Radio Maine with Dr. Lisa Belisle

Maine Health: Andy Patstone

Andy (Andrea) Patstone is the Coastal Region President of MaineHealth, the state’s largest healthcare organization. Andy brings a unique perspective to leadership, emphasizing the importance of being adaptive, having self-awareness and understanding others' needs. She highlights the challenge of leading in a clinical field as a non-clinician, and stresses the benefit of emotional intelligence. Andy’s personal and family experiences underpin her deep empathy and drive her passion for her work. From navigating leadership transitions to fostering authentic communication, Andy offers invaluable insights into effective leadership in healthcare. Join our conversation with Andy Patstone today on Radio Maine.

Radio Man: Bud Stiker

Bud Stiker is an internationally recognized radio professional and creative consultant who now uses his communication background to benefit medical learners and patients. Originally from upstate New York, Bud gained extensive experience in radio across the U.S. before eventually moving to Maine. Bud’s winding professional path from disc jockey to general manager and international consultant enabled him to build resilience and adaptability, while developing a deep understanding of people. He has most recently used these skills while playing the role of “standardized patient” for the Tufts University School of Medicine Maine Track Program and Maine Medical Center in Portland. Join our conversation with Bud Stiker today on Radio Maine.

Maine Artist: Susan Johnson

Maine Humor: Tim Sample

Yarmouth Clam Festival: Chelsie DiConzo, Director

Chelsie DiConzo is the Community Events Director for the Yarmouth Clam Festival. Originally from Rumford, a riverfront mill town located in the foothills of western Maine, Chelsie has dedicated herself to showcasing Maine’s cultural landscape. Chelsie drew upon her well-honed skills as a seasoned event organizer when reviving Yarmouth’s beloved tradition after a two-year Covid-imposed hiatus. She and her team successfully overcame many challenges in 2022 as they reinstated Maine’s largest free-admission festival, which welcomes more than 100,000 guests each July. Join our conversation with Chelsie DiConzo today on Radio Maine.

Liminal Space Artist: Helen Lewis

Living Maine: Heather Shields

Heather Shields is a self-made individual who is a Senior Vice President and Broker with Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty. Growing up on the island of North Haven in Maine’s Penobscot Bay, Heather spent many years working with fellow island resident, and U.S. Congresswoman, Chellie Pingree. Heather's journey from island life to mainland real estate showcases her commitment to learning, resilience and adaptability. She has many important insights on Maine’s unique community dynamics and the importance of connections. Join our conversation with Heather Shields today on Radio Maine.

Arts and Humanities Make the Difference: Kristin Eckhardt

Kristin Eckhardt is a co-founder of Notice, a boutique consulting agency that specializes in educational startups and other entrepreneurial ventures. A graduate of Bowdoin College in Brunswick, Maine, Kristin's education and professional background encompass diverse realms from visual art and architecture to technology and small business ownership. Kristin believes in balancing tech with tangible experiences, and the importance of nurturing enriching environments, both physical and virtual. Hailing from the woods of Southern Maine, Kristin attributes her eclectic pursuits to a Mainer's ethos of embracing challenges and seeking growth. Join our conversation with Kristin Eckhardt today on Radio Maine.

The Tech Margin: Sonia Cook-Broen

Sonia Cook-Broen is a trailblazing innovator whose focus is the intersection of technology and art. A former software engineer and longtime Maine resident, Sonia is the founder of TheTechMargin, which embraces “coloring outside of the lines, creativity, mindfulness, and allyship,” through its online classes and other content. Sonia advocates for diversity in the tech industry, emphasizing the value of varied perspectives in problem-solving. Sonia also transforms artwork into wearable pieces, as a means of making art more accessible, and providing financial sustainability for artists like Christopher O’Connor (who also happens to be her husband).  Join our conversation with Sonia Cook-Broen today on Radio Maine.

What Was Your Creative Lightning Bolt? Page Eastburn O'Rourke and the Artistic Process

Page Eastburn O’Rourke spent decades developing a successful career based on a creative style she called “Pop Folk Art,” that became beloved by loyal collectors of her work. She hopes that her new work will be even more appealing to those who have come to love and appreciate her approach. Page recalls a “lightning bolt” moment while exploring the Left Bank in Paris that convinced her of the clear immediate need to shift her painting to a more abstract form. Although this change represents a potential risk to her current success, Page has no regrets about her decision to embrace her truth and take hold of her future, as she fully pursues significant artistic growth. Join our conversation with Page Eastburn O’Rourke today on Radio Maine.