The Landing: Where Our Crowd Gathers

Joel Hancock Shares How Diamond City & Harkers Island Came to Be

Nearly a year after Joel's first interview on The Landing, he joins us again, this time to discuss his book, The Education of an Island Boy. He recounts the history of the beginnings of Diamond City and Harkers Island, as well as traditions and memories of his own that he remembers fondly. Enjoy this history-filled episode as we delve into the past.

Patsy Gaskill Shares Her Story

Patsy Gaskill joins us on The Landing to share her memories of going to school Down East, meeting her husband, Stephen Gaskill, and raising their children. Through the good and hard times, Patsy shows us her perseverance and her love for her family, who surround her to this day.

Billy Merkley Reflects on Home

This week, Billy Merkley recalls his days growing up Down East. He recounts his time at school and the teachers he loved, his interest in old boats, which he now documents with his son Landon, and his days out fishing with Finnboy, who was like a grandfather to Billy. Enjoy Billy's stories this week as he reflects on his home and heritage.

Wayne Davis Remembers His Father

To celebrate Father's Day, we have brought back Wayne Davis to share his memories of his own father, as well as the joys he has experienced in fatherhood. Whether it's coming home from school with a brand new car or his own experiences with the births of his three daughters, it is clear that Wayne's father, and being a father himself, has been an extremely important part of his life.

Paula Willis Shares How Food Connects Her to Home

This week we are joined by Paula Willis as she shares memories of her childhood, when she worked with her family in different restaurants and joined kindergarten at just two-years-old, the years she spent cooking through the seasons, all the way to the present day - now back home - where she spends her time working at Fish Hook, teaching, umpiring, and surrounding herself with friends.

Oral History Spotlight: Roy Willis

This year, we will be sharing an oral history any time there is a 5th week in a month. This week, we are spotlighting Roy Willis, Core Sound's knowledgeable waterfowl historian and collector of decoys and hunting artifacts. Hear him discuss traditions of hunting, carving and collecting decoys.
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Kenny Brennan Shares His Love for Cooking & Fig Cakes

Kenny Brennan joins us this week on The Landing to discuss his love for cooking growing up, the foods he longed for when he was away from home, and his skills with baking fig cakes. Join us for this flavorful journey as we explore the foods of Down East, and the power of food to create a community.

Maryann Styron Talks Down East Food Traditions

Maryann Styron joins us this week to discuss the Down East food traditions she grew up with. As a child, she learned to cook from her mother, grandmother, and other family members, enjoying seafood and light rolls, as well as family recipes like Maryann's family's famous dressing. She also recalls the foods different communities are known for, like the wild onions on Davis Shore. Join us as we hear stories of culinary traditions that bring family and communities together.

Debbie Hancock Lawrence Shares Her Heritage and Harvest

This week we are joined by Debbie Hancock Lawrence. She shares memories of her grandfather gardening when she was a child, her grandmother canning, and her love of gardening and canning as an adult - not only are these activities something she loves, but they are something that brings her family together.

Casey Best Reflects on Family Food Traditions and Favorite Recipes

This week we are joined on a call with Casey Best to discuss traditions of food and cooking Down East. From learning to cook as a child living in Straits, to Saturday lunch at Mammy's house, to embracing diverse food traditions, Casey takes us through a flavorful journey of the cooking traditions that bring people together.