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

Months before the mass shooting in Lewiston that claimed 18 lives, the gunman’s…

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

Episode 2: 'I believe he is going to snap'

<description>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.</description>

What does it mean to be a victim? Or a survivor? In a few brief moments in…

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.

Episode 1: Did we really survive this?

<description>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.</description>

Over six episodes, Breakdown explores the missed opportunities to prevent the…

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.

Introducing: 'Breakdown'

In collaboration with FRONTLINE PBS and the Portland Press Herald, Maine Public presents "Breakdown," a limited podcast series about the worst mass shooting in Maine history.

Breakdown: Turning Anguish Into Action

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