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In 2023, there were 656 mass shootings in the United States. The one in Lewiston, Maine on October 25, 2023 was the deadliest. It may have also been the most preventable. Breakdown is a limited series podcast from Maine Public Radio, the Portland Press Herald, and FRONTLINE.  

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▶Episode 6: 'I Think There’s Hope'

December 31, 2024

In the aftermath of Lewiston, healing and recovery is taking many forms.

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▶Episode 5: 'We’re Still Here'

December 27, 2024

Four members of Maine's deaf community died in Lewiston in October 2023 in what is believed to be the deadliest mass shooting of deaf people in the U.S.

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▶Episode 4: 'They Controlled It All'

December 20, 2024

Examining the history and politics of guns and hunting in Maine, the state’s unique “yellow flag” gun laws and its powerful gun lobby.

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▶Episode 3: 'Dereliction of Duty'

November 22, 2024

How did leaders of the Army Reserve respond to the many, clear warning signs about the Lewiston shooter, a part-time soldier who was in a dangerous, downward spiral? And why didn’t they take further action?

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▶Episode 2: 'I Believe He Is Going To Snap'

November 8, 2024

Months before the mass shooting in Lewiston that claimed 18 lives, the gunman’s family and friends were desperately trying to get him help.

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▶Episode 1: 'Did We Really Survive This?'

October 25, 2024

What does it mean to be a victim? Or a survivor? In a few brief moments in October 2023, 18 lives were lost in Lewiston — and Maine was changed.

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▶Introducing: Breakdown

October 25, 2024

Over six episodes, Breakdown explores the missed opportunities to prevent the Lewiston shootings, the role of guns and hunting in Maine’s politics, and the aftermath for shooting victims, some of whom were deaf and hard of hearing. From Maine Public Radio, The Portland Press Herald, and FRONTLINE.

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