For centuries, males have been the head of congregations for various religions. Melissa Leighty explores how in Maine there are women who have taken on these leadership roles, and despite different religious backgrounds, their perspectives are united by their gender.

The YMCA organization serves multiple purposes within a local community, from offering recreational sports to housing. Jim Chilsen speaks with patrons and residents of the Portland YMCA to discuss programs and activities related to recreation and social services.

Rufus Nicoll highlights the work of Matthew Dunlap, Maine's Secretary of State. Nicoll discusses how Dunlap works to keep the documents of the state in order and his everyman image.

Jeff Herbst takes readers on a journey to Airline Road, to show the people, tales, and landscape.

Carleen Madigan focuses on the life of Elizabeth Cori-Jones, a farmer and activist who specializes in organic produce. Madigan covers topics from organic farming to spirituality.

In Lewiston, Bates Fabrics and the L.L. Bean Telemarketing Center are only a few hundred yards from each other. Dan Stewart explores how these industries marks Lewiston as changing from an industrialized textile town to a service-based city.

Dropped as a child, John Lee was left blind. Marshall Clarke documents how Lee does not let his blindness stand in his way to enjoy his life to the fullest.

Shana Berger explores the intricacies of the fishing industry in Maine, speaking to fishermen about their experiences and work.

As Maine's largest myth, the Great North Woods provides questions about the Woods of today and tomorrow. Nancy Jesser explores which of these myths will survive over time.

Tania van Bergen highlights the life of Pam Ward, owner of a recycling redemption center. Van Bergen covers the work that Ward puts into her business and her personal life.

As a native son of Kennebunk, Bertram Hanscom has many stories about the town. Kim Lovejoy visits with Bertram and his wife, Helen, to learn about their pastimes in Kennebunk.

Tiana Wilkinson uncovers the history of the passenger schooner, the Isaac H. Evans. Wilkinson speaks to passengers and crew members to learn about their experiences with the boat.