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North of Normal is a weekly podcast featuring the people and stories of mountain life in Northern New Hampshire. Host Amanda McKeen sits down with first responders, outdoorspeople, business owners, artists, community builders, and other fascinating locals to discover the human being behind the role. Shaped by the culture of the North Country, these honest conversations explore the experiences, choices, relationships, and lessons that make us who we are.
What does it really mean to feel connected to the people around us? After hearing Meghan McPhaul describe the “community living room” she experienced in Ireland, Amanda McKeen reflects on belonging, the role social media plays in our lives, and what we may be missing in our communities. It’s a reminder that connection takes more than being online. It takes showing up for one another. So, what would it look like to build a community where everyone feels they belong?

Episode Archive
Season 2:
S2E14: Meghan McPhaul of Northern Woodlands on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
What happens when you stop trying to prove that you already know the answer? That’s one of the...
S2E13: Isaac Vars of Deep Earth Arts on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
What happens when the place you turn to for healing becomes part of who you are? In this episode...
S2E12: Stacey Doll of Rooted by Stacey on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this episode of North of Normal, Amanda McKeen sits down with Stacey Doll of Rooted by Stacey...
S2E11: Marianne Borowski of Cross New Hampshire Adventure Trail on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this episode of North of Normal, Amanda McKeen sits down with Marianne Borowski, the driving...
S2E10: Phil Rivera of WLTN on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
For more than two decades, Phil Rivera has been a familiar voice to listeners of WLTN. But his...
S2E9: Lynne Grigelevich of Integra Healing Arts on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
Lynne Grigelevich returns to North of Normal for a second conversation with Amanda...
S2E8: Jean McKenna of The Coffee Pot on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
This week on North of Normal, Amanda McKeen sits down with Jean McKenna, a lifelong Littleton...
S2E7: Dave Harkless of PRKR MTN Trails on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
This week on North of Normal, Amanda McKeen sits down with Dave Harkless, a familiar face to many...
S2E6: Clare Brooks of Little Village Toy & Book Shop on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this episode of North of Normal, host Amanda McKeen sits down with Clare Brooks, owner of the...
S2E5: Ty Gagne on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this personal and revealing conversation, Amanda McKeen sits down with author, risk management...
S2E4: Todd Bogardus of NH Fish and Game on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
Due to a recording issue, this episode is being shared from a backup audio file. The sound quality...
S2E3: Sean Doll of Troutsmith on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
This week on North of Normal, Amanda McKeen sits down with Sean Doll of Troutsmith in Littleton,...
S2E2: Dr. Peter Crane of Mount Washington Observatory on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this episode of North of Normal, Amanda McKeen sits down with Dr. Peter Crane of the Mount...
S2E1: Jamie Cunningham on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
This week on North of Normal, Amanda McKeen sits down with longtime climber, mountaineer,...
Season 1:
S1E45: Dick Bielefield of Sugar Hill on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
This week on North of Normal, Amanda sits down with Sugar Hill resident Dick Bielefield just days...
S1E44: Joel White of North Country Invasives Services on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
This week on North of Normal, Amanda sits down with Joel White, owner of North Country Invasives...
S1E43: Marlaina Renton of Rek-Lis Brewing Company on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
On this week’s episode of North of Normal, Amanda McKeen sits down with Marlaina Renton for an...
S1E42: Adhi Two Owls (Part 2) on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this deeply reflective second conversation on North of Normal, Adhi Two Owls returns to the...
S1E41: Mike Dickerman (Part 2) on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this second conversation with Mike Dickerman, North of Normal becomes less of an interview and...
S1E40: Neal Brodien on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this episode of North of Normal, Amanda McKeen sits down with Neal Brodien, a lifelong North...
S1E39: Barbara Emmons of The Healthy Rhino on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this episode of North of Normal, Amanda McKeen sits down with Barbara Emmons, longtime owner of...
S1E38: Mike Dickerman of Bondcliff Books on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this episode of North of Normal, Amanda McKeen speaks with longtime North Country writer,...
S1E37: Bill Latulip of Littleton Fire Rescue on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this episode of North of Normal, Amanda McKeen sits down with lifelong Littleton resident Bill...
S1E36: Lisbon Panthers Broadcasting Class on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this special episode of North of Normal, Amanda McKeen welcomes students from the Lisbon High...
S1E35: Roy Brewster of Wicked Smart Horn Band on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this episode of North of Normal, Amanda McKeen sits down with Roy Brewster—retired North...
S1E34: Jeff Cozzens of Schilling Beer Co. on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this episode of North of Normal, Amanda McKeen sits down with Jeff Cozzens, co-founder and CEO...
S1E33: Ron Lahout of Lahout’s Ski Shop on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this episode of North of Normal, Amanda McKeen sits down with Ron Lahout of Lahout’s Ski Shop...
S1E32: Lt. Mark Ober of NH Fish & Game on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
On this episode of North of Normal, Amanda McKeen sits down with Lieutenant Mark Ober Jr. of New...
S1E31: Paul Cormier of AVSAR (Part 2) on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this returning episode of North of Normal, Paul Cormier joins Amanda McKeen for a candid,...
S1E30: Forrest Chess of The Mountain Wanderer on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this episode of North of Normal, Amanda sits down with Forrest Chess, co-owner of Mountain...
S1E29: Laurie Butson of Cleared to Flourish on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this episode of North of Normal, Amanda McKeen sits down with Laurie Butson of Cleared to...
S1E28: Bernd Weber of Mountain View Dental on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
On this episode of North of Normal, Amanda McKeen welcomes back Bernd Weber, owner of Mountain...
S1E27: Mike Cherim of Redline Guiding (Part 2) on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this episode of North of Normal, Amanda McKeen sits down with returning guest Mike Cherim of...
S1E26: Becky Colpitts on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
This week on North of Normal, Amanda McKeen welcomes Becky Colpitts, whose deep love for people...
S1E25: Nanci Carney of Granite United Way on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this powerful episode of North of Normal, Amanda McKeen sits down with Nanci Carney, North...
S1E24: Paige Roberts of Tailswag on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this episode of North of Normal, host Amanda McKeen sits down with Paige Roberts, owner of...
S1E23: Greg Williams on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
This week on North of Normal, Amanda McKeen sits down with Greg Williams for a conversation that...
S1E22: Amanda McKeen of Clear View Advantage on North of Normal
This week on North of Normal, Amanda McKeen turns the mic on herself in a disarming, funny, and...
S1E21: Anthony Lahout of Lahout’s Ski Shop on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this week’s episode, Amanda sits down with Anthony Lahout—fourth-generation co-owner of...
S1E20: Mike Claflin on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
From Taipei to Littleton, Mike Claflin’s story is one of movement, meaning, and community roots....
S1E19: Jess O’Leary of Mountain Mermaid on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this week’s North of Normal, Jess O’Leary sits down with Amanda McKeen for a conversation that...
S1E18: Amanda Arcone and Christine McKim of New England Home & Interiors on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
Ready for some major mic drops and truth bombs about showing up in business and life? Listen to...
S1E17: Stacey Lucas of Fig Tree North on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
You're about to enter the portal of possibilities! Listen to Stacey Lucas (Fig) of Fig Tree North...
S1E16: Ed King of the Littleton Food Co-op on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this heartful and thought-provoking episode of North of Normal, Amanda McKeen sits down with Ed...
S1E15: Sean Gawlik of Bethlehem Events on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
What happens when a Deadhead, social worker, and rock climber puts down roots in a tiny mountain...
S1E14: Adhi Two Owls of AdhiZen Studio on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this episode of North of Normal, Amanda sits down with Adhi Two Owls, the artist and spirit...
S1E13: Allan Clark, Chief of Sugar Hill Fire Department, on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
This week on North of Normal, Amanda McKeen sits down with Allan Clark, longtime Chief of the...
S1E12: Randall Saulnier of Community Financial Services Group on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this heartwarming and deeply human episode of North of Normal, Amanda McKeen sits down with...
S1E11: Jamsie Myers of J. Myers Builders on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this episode of North of Normal, Amanda McKean sits down with Jamsie Myers, a third-generation...
S1E10: Shelley Pinette of Emerson Welding on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
Shelley Pinette of Emerson Welding joins Amanda for a candid conversation about building a...
S1E9: Hunter Emerson of Emerson Welding on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this episode of North of Normal, Amanda sits down with Hunter Emerson of Emerson Welding for a...
S1E8: Janie Arquitt of Pantry Posies on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
Janie Arquitt has been on the radio before to talk about Pantry Posies—but this conversation is...
S1E7: Alena Lane of Alena Lane Design on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
“In one year here, I’ve found more community than I did in ten.” This week on North of Normal,...
S1E6: Mari Myers of Littleton Fitness on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
Amanda McKeen sits down with Mari Myers, owner of Littleton Fitness, to talk about her journey...
S1E5: Nic Delaney of Eden Wellness on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this episode, Amanda sits down with Nic Delaney of Eden Wellness to explore the winding road...
S1E4: Lynne Grigelevich of Theatre UP on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this episode of North of Normal, Lynne Grigelevich — Executive Director of Theatre UP in...
S1E3: Paul Cormier on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this episode of North of Normal, host Amanda McKeen sits down with Paul Cormier—lifelong...
S1E2: Mike Cherim of Redline Guiding on North of Normal with Amanda McKeen
In this debut episode of North of Normal with Amanda McKeen, we sit down with Mike Cherim—owner of...
S1E1: The North of Normal Pre Show Interview: Amanda McKeen and Nate Alberts
North Country Community Radio's Nate Alberts interviews Amanda McKeen, the host of the new weekly...
Bonus Episodes (Written & Read):
The Crack in Our Community
This week on North of Normal: Written & Read, Amanda McKeen reflects on belonging, the role...
The Leap the North Country Needs
This week on North of Normal: Written & Read, Amanda McKeen shares a dream she had that may...
Three Days and Nights in a Potato Hole
This week on North of Normal: Written & Read, Amanda McKeen pulls a reflection from the...
How Much of You Is Really You?
Something new from North of Normal. In this Written & Read episode, Amanda McKeen reads her...

































































