What is the future of Anne Arundel County?
During our Maryland Crab Cake Tour stop at G&M Restaurant in Linthicum, we chatted at length with County Executive Steuart Pittman about a wide array of post-pandemic issues of concern.
2019-20 Season One
EPISODE 275: Venetoulis handicaps current Presidential race and strategies
He’s been attending Presidential political conventions since the 1960s so we asked Ted how to assess this unprecedented campaign and election amidst pandemic, civil unrest and economic turmoil
EPISODE 274: Costello discusses financial struggles of Baltimore City coming in wake of COVID
It is not easy discussing the oncoming austerity that all of American government will need to weather the storm of a plague
EPISODE 273: Singleton talks pandemic baseball, race in America and support for cousin Doc Rivers in NBA
The Baltimore legend who broadcasts Yankees games had a lot on his mind about our country and sports
EPISODE 272: Jayne Miller recaps four decades of journalism, covering and uncovering crime and how to better serve Baltimore
Nestor has wanted to chat on the radio with Jayne Miller for at least 20 years. But, as Don Mohler pointed out in serving in his two decades of government, it’s when Jayne Miller wants to chat with you that there is usually deep concern at a place that answers to the public trust.
EPISODE 271: Future Mayor Brandon Scott discusses his plan to tackle crime and heal Baltimore
He is the presumptive next mayor of Baltimore and the current City Council President and we had a lot of questions for Brandon Scott as we discussed his victory, COVID and how to send the kids back to school in Maryland.
EPISODE 270: Councilman David Marks discusses zoning, housing and being a Republican in era of Trump
From schools to taxes to life after COVID, we are discussing issues on both sides of the aisle at Baltimore Positive as we begin our new website merger
EPISODE 269: Former Secretary of State John Willis discusses safe and fair elections in America
Continuing Election And Voting Awareness Education Week here. We’re going to the experts in Annapolis and around the state to get you answers about how to get a ballot and make it count. Also the myth of voter fraud…
EPISODE 268: Charlson discusses all aspects of November election and how Maryland will vote
It’s Election And Voting Awareness Education Week here. We’re going to the experts in Annapolis and around the state to get you answers about how to get a ballot and make it count…
EPISODE 267: Venetoulis discusses concerns about suppressing vote and lies of Trump in election season
Another venerable former Baltimore County Executive checks in on the state of the world and democracy during a plague
EPISODE 266: Johnny O discusses challenges of running Baltimore County government during pandemic
Things have changed dramatically since the last time we got together with the Baltimore County Executive
EPISODE 265: ElectionPalooza 1 with Elevate Maryland, A Miner Detail and Steiner discuss race and Trump in America
The best of Maryland’s political podcasts join our Baltimore Positive cast for a spirited debate about the future of our country
EPISODE 264: Johnson discusses Obama family legacy and impact on Biden campaign
Dr. Jason Johnson of MSNBC was fresh off “The Morning Joe” when he joined us to discuss all things election, conventions, the myth of “undecided” voters and the day he was in Charleston when Obama broke into “Amazing Grace.”
EPISODE 263: Brown from BaltCo Election Board tells us how to easily get a ballot online
If you have any confusion about voting in November, we’ll be clearing it up all week here…
EPISODE 262: Raskin recaps his Fauci COVID questions and discusses fair elections in America
This was 26 minutes very well spent with the Congressman from Maryland’s 8th District
EPISODE 261: Exposing the monsters of the Gun Trace Task Force
Of all of the crimes against the citizens of Baltimore in recent times, nothing compares to the gruesome ugliness of the Gun Trace Task Force and how police officers weaponized their badges to become deadly criminals at taxpayer expense
EPISODE 260: Davis speaks frankly about the crime problems and policing issues in Baltimore City
The former police chief didn’t mince words in his advice for our community
EPISODE 259: Rascovar says voter suppression is Republicans’ best strategy in November
A spirited conversation about the state of America during a pandemic and a toxic election season that begins with a President using official visits for campaign rallies and divisive messaging
EPISODE 258: Rosenberg tells us why Preakness and future of Pimlico matter for Baltimore
Saving the Preakness and horse racing for Baltimore has always been high on our agenda. The path to doing that has never been easy but we’re getting closer every day…
EPISODE 257: Leibovich discusses the legacy of Donald Trump in Washington
“Big Game” was his contribution to NFL life and “This Town” set the stage for the current state of America. We went to Washington, D.C. to hear from our favorite New York Times writer about an election cycle during a plague.
EPISODE 256: Bost says teachers need to be safe to head back into classrooms
Parents, teachers and students all trying to figure out what the new normal is going to be for education not only here in Maryland but around the country
EPISODE 255: Mfume discusses his friendship and service with Congressman John Lewis
Catching up with the new Congressman on progress amidst the COVID crisis
EPISODE 254: Smith explains power and purpose of local government to help citizens during pandemic
Two former Baltimore County Executives compare notes on crisis management from Hurricane Isabel
EPISODE 253: Wood talks Sun furloughs and how Hogan is using his book on Presidential trail
The second part of a spirited chat with one of the finest journalists in Maryland
EPISODE 252: Wood tells us why local newspapers are worth saving
The state of local journalism and the future of the country are at a crossroads
EPISODE 251: McCray says new faces and spirit at City Hall should bring encouragement to community
The State Senator from 45th District updates us on progress during the pandemic
EPISODE 250: Pietila joins our neighborhood to discuss redlining, blockbusting and systemic racism
We waited a long time to have one of our favorite local authors and an authority on the history of Baltimore’s urban woes
EPISODE 249: Lierman discusses COVID and housing rent crisis in Baltimore
Life during the pandemic has forced many changes in Annapolis
EPISODE 248: Steele discusses what it means to be a “real” Republican in America
Nestor is pretty succinct in this one, calling former Maryland Lt. Governor Michael Steele his “favorite Republican”
EPISODE 247: Suntha says credentials of Fauci regarding COVID are unassailable
The leader of University of Maryland Medical System discussed all aspects of the virus and a potential vaccine
EPISODE 246: Ferguson isn’t ready to quit on Kirwan in Annapolis
The conversation in our country has turned back to children, education, safety and our future
EPISODE 245: Griffin discusses challenges of funding during pandemic for Franciscan Center and all charities
Feeding up more attention for our local resources on the front lines of helping the community’s less fortunate during COVID
EPISODE 244: Ware says Klobuchar campaign taught lessons in Midwestern politics during Presidential race
A Baltimorean gives an insider’s perspective of an ambitious run at the White House
EPISODE 243: Daniel showcases availability and services during pandemic at Enoch Pratt Free Library
We all have more time to read and learn during this crisis! Here’s what a great library system means to a community…
EPISODE 242: Fugett tells us role of Baltimore County NAACP during census year
The census, policing and how the pandemic is affecting all aspects of life in America were on the agenda in this lively debate. And we even discussed Adam Jones and baseball in Japan!
EPISODE 241: Cooking up love and feeding compassion at Franciscan Center during pandemic
One of the greatest episodes of Baltimore Positive ever! Let chef Steve Allbright of Franciscan Center cook up a tale of culinary and social inspiration…
EPISODE 240: Rosendale says Maryland tech community is huddling for local solutions during pandemic
From vaccines and therapeutics to cybersecurity, the work of the members of the Maryland Tech Council help power all sorts of modern life here locally, especially in collaborations during the COVID-19 pandemic.
EPISODE 239: Councilman Jones discusses police reform and legislation in Baltimore County
Our first deep discussion about police reform and “defunding” comes from the leader of the 4th District
EPISODE 238: Where do those delicious Faidley crab cakes come from and who picks the meat?
There are deep concerns along the Chesapeake Bay and throughout Maryland regarding a labor shortage with the folks who pick the crab meat from the crabs that local watermen pull from our waters. Learn more…
EPISODE 237: Brown says State Fare and Catonsville are ready for safe 4th of July celebration
You can’t get more American than a socially distanced hot dog eating competition and cold beer in the 21228
