The ‘other’ Kolarek makes a baseball pitch for A League of Dreams
His son Adam Kolakek just won the World Series with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Meet the Catonsville dad and hear and help his mission.
Maryland
Former Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley points toward a Biden path to Presidential win
Former Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley talked extensively about COVID-19, fair elections and where all of this goes in the aftermath of a divisive campaign to lead our nation.
Sports News, Terps
Hamilton gets waiver to play for Maryland basketball immediately
The junior forward played the last two seasons at Boston College, averaging 9.5 points and 4.3 rebounds per game last year.
How can Congress help Baltimoreans during COVID? We asked Dutch…
Our inaugural chat at Baltimore Positive was with Congressman Dutch Ruppersberger during better times in April 2019. Now with the election and COVID and Ravens’ season all very much in progress, we took some serious citizen time with Dutch.
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.
Featured, Luke Jones, Ravens, Sports News
Ngakoue trade all about Kansas City, January for Ravens
Baltimore’s blitz-heavy style may work against most opponents, but it hasn’t against the Chiefs, making Yannick Ngakoue an attractive addition.
Speaker Nancy Pelosi comes home to Baltimore to discuss the 25th Amendment and why you need to vote
To kick off the all new Baltimore Positive expanded web platform, we welcomed the Madame Speaker from Little Italy to the show to discuss the state of America during COVID and how we move forward as a nation.
Bringing federal solutions for local problems during pandemic
Economist Anirban Basu brings sage wisdom and some real ideas and concepts for bringing back revenue and stimulating industry in the aftermath of this COVID-19 crisis.
Economist Anirban Basu brings federal solutions for local problems during pandemic
Economist Anirban Basu brings sage wisdom and some real ideas and concepts for bringing back revenue and stimulating industry in the aftermath of this COVID-19 crisis.
Baltimore Positive Classic, Don Mohler, Featured, Journalism & Media, Leadership, Local, Local, National, National, News
Honoring the power of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
For our special ElectionPalooza II featuring A Miner Detail, Elevate Maryland, Center Maryland and The Marc Steiner Show, we paid respects to a monumental figure in American history and discuss the future of the bench. Yes, this election is important…
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…
Eventually we all might enjoy watching Ravens better on television?
Todd Schuler tells Nestor that eventually even he might enjoy watching Ravens better on television than at the stadium in Section 513.
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 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 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 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”
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 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
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
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
