Data, statistics and the truth in government
After a long chat in Annapolis with Governor Larry Hogan, Don and Nestor do The Recon on politicians, interviews and how to find the truth in a sound bite.
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Experiencing the spicy G&M Crab Cake with C.E. Steuart Pittman
Our fifth stop on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour takes us just across the Anne Arundel County border to Linthicum Heights and a chance to chat with G&A owner John Zoulis about how he sells so many and where the legend of this tasty cake began.
The state of the suburbs in aftermath of pandemic shutdown
As our Maryland Crab Cake Tour kicks into full summer throttle, we stop at Barrett’s in Bel Air to discuss how Harford County has managed to weather COVID and massive change with two-term County Executive Barry Glassman.
Where will local government invest after the pandemic?
It’s no secret every municipality across the country will have budget shortfalls amidst the madness of COVID. Baltimore County Councilman Tom Quirk from District 1 talks money and budgets and managing through this national crisis.
Ron Cassie of Baltimore Magazine discusses how out-of-state guns get onto our city streets in the “Iron Pipeline.”
Ron Cassie of Baltimore Magazine discusses how out-of-state guns get onto our city streets in the “Iron Pipeline.”
Guns and Baltimore: How do they get from there to here?
Local author and journalist Ron Cassie discusses exactly how out-of-state guns get onto the streets of our city and his lengthy investigative piece in Baltimore Magazine. Eye-opening work on the “Iron Pipeline” here…
Bill Cole and Nestor discuss the shutdown of dining in Baltimore City and beyond
Bill Cole and Nestor discuss the shutdown of dining in Baltimore City and beyond
Nancy Hafford says until we fully get our feet back on the street in Towson to shop local
Nancy Hafford says until we fully get our feet back on the street in Towson to shop local
Teal Cary of Catonsville Chamber discusses many challenges for local business during pandemic
Teal Cary of Catonsville Chamber discusses many challenges for local business during pandemic
Keeping businesses open and working together during COVID in Catonsville
It’s not easy being small, independent and local during a pandemic. Teal Cary of Catonsville Chamber discusses the many challenges for local businesses during this unique holiday season.
Getting the feet back on the streets of Towson – and online – safely
The tireless Nancy Hafford spends time explaining the challenges for every local business as the holidays and COVID collide with government during frightening times for many who are invested.
Opening up a conversation about local business while government shuts it down
It’s not easy being new mayor Brandon Scott. And it’s certainly no picnic for the thousands of businesses impacted by his decision to shut down the city of Baltimore for many. Bill Cole and Nestor try to sort through the madness of what a pandemic does to a community.
Author Mary Rizzo tells us insiders why the hons and Charm make Baltimore so special from the outside
Author Mary Rizzo tells us insiders why the hons and Charm make Baltimore so special from the outside
Hey Hon: Let a curious visitor tell you why Baltimore is so special from the outside
Author Mary Rizzo tells us insiders why the hons and Charm make Baltimore so special and different from Hairspray and Carcetti. Well kinda…
Senator Ben Cardin says a functioning government is only way to exit the pandemic
Senator Ben Cardin says a functioning government is only way to exit the pandemic
Stephanie Chall updates us on Brigance Brigade fundraising for ALS patients during COVID
Stephanie Chall updates us on Brigance Brigade fundraising for ALS patients during COVID
A functioning government is the only path to exit this pandemic
Maryland Senator Ben Cardin updates us from Washington on what to expect in the most turbulent times in American history and why we’ll have a peaceful transition of power in January.
The freeze squeeze on Juice
If you need some inspiration during these trying times, let Stephanie Chall update you on how O.J. Brigance is doing during COVID and how the Brigade is holiday fundraising for ALS patients.
First impressions are often wrong, but what the heck?
There will be plenty of time for Democratic autopsies of what went wrong down ballot at a later date. But right now let’s focus on the fact that Vice President Biden received more votes than any presidential candidate in history.
UMBC professor Donald Norris schools us on electoral college and procedure following American elections
We’re here to learn. No one seems to really understand the theory about how the person who gets four million more votes spends four days in jeopardy of losing an election. Let UMBC Professor Emeritus Donald Norris explain it to you…
Ben Jealous tells us how Stacey Abrams flipped Georgia and the battle ahead for Senate
Let Ben Jealous tell you about the time he met the woman who changed the 2020 election. And get ready for January 5th in the Peach State…
Who were the idiots who elected the electoral college?
We’re here to learn. No one seems to really understand the theory about how the person who gets four million more votes spends four days in jeopardy of losing an election. Let UMBC Professor Emeritus Donald Norris explain it to you…
The legend of Stacey Abrams and winning Georgia
Let Ben Jealous tell you about the time he met the woman who changed the 2020 election. And get ready for January 5th in the Peach State…
When is the help coming from Congress?
Former Lt. Governor of Maryland and current 4th District Congressman Anthony Brown discusses the frustrations and many logjams and stalls for progress on Capitol Hill.
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…
What does it mean to be a “real” Republican in America?
Michael Steele is no stranger to any of us who follow politics and media in Maryland. We had a wide-ranging chat with him about his party, the future of Donald Trump in America and how the country can navigate its way out of this pandemic and economic disaster.
Suntha: “The credentials of Dr. Fauci regarding COVID are unassailable”
Dr. Mohan Suntha was named President and C.E.O. of University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) in November and his whole
Comptroller Franchot discusses COVID effect on Annapolis, vetoing Kirwan and saving small business
He’s running for Governor. He believes he will win. He told us why…
Taking a long walk on Tiger Woods, Woodward on Trump and dropping the R word in Washington
Legendary author John Feinstein was the “mystery” guest to spoil Don Mohler as Nestor kicked off “Baltimore at Washington” week with a true Maryland DMV beltway splitter. Golf. Football. Writing a book on the Ravens. Politics. And, yes, the best Bob Woodward impression you’ve ever seen or heard…
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
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 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
