Best Baltimore Arts And Culture Community Podcasts (2024)

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Greg Mike on the Power of Murals, Cartoon Influence & Bringing Atlanta’s Art Scene to Life 41:24

2h ago41:24

41:24

In this episode of The Truth in This Art, I chat with Greg Mike, a renowned street artist and founder of Atlanta's ABV Gallery. Greg opens up about his path from skate culture and cartoons to creating murals known for their vivid colors and playful characters, like his signature Larry Loudmouth. We talk about how his travels—from Amsterdam to the S…

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Rousuck's Review: The Vagabond Players present 'Into the Woods' 28:14

29m ago28:14

28:14

Theater critic J. Wynn Rousuck joins Midday to share another weekly review of a local theatrical production. This week, we discuss Into the Woods, at the Vagabond Players through Sunday, Nov. 17. Then we briefly take a look at another Broadway musical in town, MJ, at the Hippodrome through Sunday. Email us at midday@wypr.org, tweet us: @MiddayWYPR,…

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How is Baltimore's immigrant community preparing for 2025 and beyond? 38:50

3h ago38:50

38:50

Today, a conversation about how immigration policy will change when President-elect Donald Trump returns to the White House. He says his intention is to hire or nominate immigration officials who have long taken hardline positions. Tom speaks with Krish O’Mara Vignarajah, the President and CEO of Global Refuge, which provides asylum services and as…

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Baltimore's newest grocery store tries a fresh approach to food. Is it a model worth trying elsewhere? 48:34

18h ago48:34

48:34

More than one in five people in Baltimore live in a food desert, which the city calls “Healthy Food Priority Areas.” More than 30% of people who live a quarter-mile from an affordable grocery store in the city are African American. A quick trip to a full-service grocery store, or a trip for a week's worth of food, is made harder when supermarkets a…

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What Do We Mean by 'Directly' and 'Needs Washed'? 9:07

23h ago9:07

9:07

What did you think of this episode? This episode is about a word and a phrase that are still commonly used in the Appalachian region. First, I'll offer a little refresher on what makes up a dialect and how these words fit in. We'll talk about "directly" as in "I'll be there directly" and the phrase needs + a participle (like washed.) Who uses them …

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Turning Up the Volume on Creativity with Andy J. Pizza 51:20

2d ago51:20

51:20

In this episode, I sit down with Andy J. Pizza, a New York Times bestselling author-illustrator and the creative force behind the podcast Creative Pep Talk. Known for his bold, maximalist style, Andy J. Pizza brings an electric energy to his work, seen in books like A Pizza with Everything on It and Invisible Things. During our conversation, Andy o…

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New leaders, and new districts, coming to Baltimore County 23:03

2d ago23:03

23:03

WYPR Reporter John Lee joins Midday to discuss an eventful time in Baltimore County politics. The Baltimore County Council is set to expand in 2026 after voters approved a measure to add two members to the 7-member body. And with Johnny Olszewski heading to Washington, D.C., the county also needs to find a new county executive. Plus, the Baltimore …

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Midday with the Mayor: In a second term, can Scott expect federal support for city projects? 25:34

2d ago25:34

25:34

Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott joins Midday to discuss his priorities as he enters a second term. What are the prospects for projects planned with federal assistance? While President Joe Biden made promises to Baltimore, the administration of President-elect Donald Trump may not offer continued support. We also discuss Baltimore Safe Streets, a prom…

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Ep. 08 - Dan Bythewood: Redeveloping "The Wire" Neighborhood in Baltimore and the Art of Urban Development 51:33

2d ago51:33

51:33

In this episode of the @policynculture podcast, we sit down with Dan Bythewood, President and Co-Founder of La Cité Development, to explore his journey as a real estate financier and developer. With a career spanning major projects in New York and internationally, Dan shares his insights into the complex real estate market and the critical role of …

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It was a big year for women's sports, from Maryland's Angel Reese to the Paris Olympics 15:47

3d ago15:47

15:47

2024 has been a transformative year for women’s sports with the prominence of Baltimore's own Angel Reese, along with Caitlin Clark, in the WNBA. Plus, the summer Olympics in Paris saw the women's soccer team and gymnastics team earning gold. Two sports journalists join Midday to discuss the breakout year in women's sports in advance of a symposium…

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Healthwatch with Dr. Wen: What is the future of public health policy in wake of 2024's elections? 32:50

3d ago32:50

32:50

On today's Midday Healthwatch, our monthly conversations about public health with Dr. Leana Wen, we discuss the future of public health policy as President-elect Donald Trump prepares to begin his second term. Given his administration's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic during his first term, what can we expect in the case of a future health crisis…

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Michael Carini: Turning Pain into Purpose with Acrylic Alchemy 54:09

4d ago54:09

54:09

In this episode, I sit down with Michael Carini, the neurodivergent artist famously known as the "Acrylic Alchemist." Michael has captivated audiences worldwide, with over 100 exhibitions showcasing his journey of transforming pain into purpose through a method he calls acrylic alchemy. We explore how Michael, a San Diego-based artist with a backgr…

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Rousuck's Review: "The Guy Who Didn't Like Musicals" 8:17

6d ago8:17

8:17

Theater critic J. Wynn Rousuck joins Midday to share another weekly review of a local theatrical production. This week Rousuck reviews the Maryland premiere of The Guy Who Didn't Like Musicals, at Notre Dame of Maryland University through November 10th. Email us at midday@wypr.org, tweet us: @MiddayWYPR, or call us at 410-662-8780.…

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Maryland Attorney General seeks answers on flurry of anonymous, racist text messages 6:01

6d ago6:01

6:01

Maryland was one of several states where residents reported receiving racist text messages from anonymous sources. The messages appear to be part of a nationwide campaign targeting Black people in the wake of the election, according to the office of the Maryland Attorney General. Recipients of the message included young people and college students.…

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After the election, how to move on from the stress and anxiety 34:30

6d ago34:30

34:30

Many Americans experienced anxiety related to this week's election. And following the election's results, millions of Americans are finding no release from uncertainty and fear. As some Americans nervously confront the reality of a return of President-elect Donald Trump to the White House, we seek advice from Dr. George Everly. He is a psychologist…

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Dominic Moore-Dunson: Telling Stories Through Dance & The Remember Balloons 1:02:43

7d ago1:02:43

1:02:43

In this episode of The Truth in This Art, host Rob Lee engages in a captivating conversation with award-winning choreographer, dancer, producer, and educator Dominic Moore-Dunson. Known for his community-centered approach and recently recognized by Dance Magazine as one of 2023's “25 to Watch,” Dominic Moore-Dunson shares insights into his latest p…

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As the dust settles after Election Day, how was Maryland's turnout? 11:46

7d ago11:46

11:46

When we have elections, Midday turns to former Maryland Secretary of State John Willis for insight into how Marylanders exercised their right to make their voices heard. After serving as Secretary of State from 1995-2003, and for many years has been the Executive in Residence at the School of Public and International Affairs at the University of Ba…

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A new leader for Baltimore Public Works leans into new practices 36:52

7d ago36:52

36:52

Khalil Zaied is the newly sworn-in Director of the Baltimore City Department of Public Works. He takes over an agency that has been rocked by scandal, and roundly criticized by workers and people outside of DPW for ineffective and hostile organizational culture. A lack of training and accountability and insufficient emergency protocols even contrib…

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Jennifer Murray on Curating Contemporary Art and Education at 21c Museum Hotel Chicago 59:50

8d ago59:50

59:50

In this episode, Rob Lee sits down with Jennifer Murray, a Chicago-based artist, educator, and cultural producer who serves as the Museum Manager at 21c Museum Hotel Chicago. They dive into Jennifer Murray's dynamic role in art curation, her journey from academia to museum management, and her experience fostering community connections through conte…

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The day after Election Day, how did Maryland vote and what races are still up in the air? 48:50

8d ago48:50

48:50

The make-up of the Maryland congressional delegation will be significantly different when the new Congress is sworn in in January. Angela Alsobrooks and Sarah Elfreth will be the first two women to join the delegation since Barbara Mikulski and Donna Owens left Congress in 2016. Senator-elect Alsobrooks becomes only the third African American woman…

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It is Election Day in Maryland. What can you expect? 48:43

9d ago48:43

48:43

Americans are heading to the polls today to cast their vote charting the course of the country, amending state constitutions and deciding local issues like development in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor. The political scientists Dr. Lilliana Mason of the Agora Institute at Johns Hopkins University and Dr. Flavio Hickel, Jr. of Washington College join Midd…

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Diana Jean Schemo: Investigative Journalism & Double Exposure Film Festival 46:35

10d ago46:35

46:35

In this special Election Day episode of The Truth In This Art, join me as I sit down with Diana Jean Schemo, co-founder of 100Reporters and the visionary behind Double Exposure,, America’s first and only film festival dedicated to the exciting intersection between investigative journalism and visual storytelling. Diana Jean Schemo’s career spans ov…

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City State's Attorney Ivan Bates on changes to how the city treats juvenile justice 39:25

10d ago39:25

39:25

On November 1, legislation went into effect that expands the list of nonviolent crimes that children as young as 10 years old can be charged with. When the General Assembly reconvenes in January, advocates will propose changing state laws to disallow any minor to be charged as an adult, for even the most violent crimes. Baltimore City State's Attor…

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Baltimore Peace Weekend: Partnering for Peace 9:13

10d ago9:13

9:13

The Baltimore Peace Movement is a community-based non-profit group that works to end violence in Baltimore. On four weekends each year, they hold events to encourage those who would do harm to act peacefully, and to help those who are in danger or who are in mourning. The organization's co-organizer Darnyle Wharton joins Midday to discuss November'…

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Midday Mini-Concert with Classical Guitarist Lukasz Kuropaczewski 13:54

13d ago13:54

13:54

Midday welcomes internationally acclaimed classical guitarist from Poland, Lukasz Kuropaczewsk for a Midday Mini-Concert. He has performed around the world, with some of the world’s most prestigious orchestras, and in solo recitals. In addition to performing around the world, he is currently a faculty member at Kunst University in Austria and the A…

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Midday at the Movies: 'Conclave' and 'Saturday Night' 34:53

13d ago34:53

34:53

Today is Midday at the Movies, our monthly focus on new films and film-industry trends with movie aficionados Jed Dietz, founding director of the Maryland Film Festival, and Max Weiss, film critic and Editor-in-Chief of Baltimore Magazine. As the weather cools down, the movie theaters are heating up with new releases such as Conclave, a thriller/dr…

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Rousuck Review: Everyman Theatre's 'Queens Girl: Black in the Green Mountains' 10:48

14d ago10:48

10:48

Theater critic J. Wynn Rousuck joins Midday to share another weekly review of a local theatrical production. This week, she reviews Queens Girl: Black in the Green Mountains at Everyman Theatre through November 17. Deidre Staples stars in many roles in the final chapter of the award-winning Queens Girl trilogy. Email us at midday@wypr.org, tweet us…

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The future of BOPA and what it means for Baltimore's arts community 37:47

14d ago37:47

37:47

Two weeks ago, Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott announced that the city would terminate its contract with the Baltimore Office of Promotion and the Arts, the quasi-governmental agency serving as a local arts council, and as a producer of large city events like Artscape and the Baltimore Book Festival. Financial problems have beset the agency ever sinc…

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Lea Anderson on the Chilling Power of Horror & Monster Theory 1:26:47

15d ago1:26:47

1:26:47

In this episode of The Truth In This Art, I had the pleasure of speaking with horror scholar and freelance writer, Lea Anderson. Lea Anderson's work, especially at the intersection of Black feminism and monster theory, brings a fascinating and unique perspective to the genre. We dive into her FANGORIA column Eaten Alive, where Lea Anderson explores…

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Places and Spaces: Edgar Allen Poe's Baltimore Home and a Reading of "The Raven" 13:27

14d ago13:27

13:27

What did you think of this episode? In this "Places and Spaces" episode, we'll mark the October anniversary of Edgar Allen Poe's mysterious death with a visit to Poe's house in Baltimore and the cemetery where he is buried. Then, listen to a haunting reading of "The Raven" (with audio by Brock Davidson.) Special thanks to Brock Davidson for lending…

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Baltimore's iconic sports arenas are getting a facelift, and taxpayers are footing the bill. Is it a fair deal? 48:43

15d ago48:43

48:43

Baltimore is home to several world-class sports facilities. Oriole Park at Camden Yards was recently voted the best Major League Ballpark in the USA Today Readers’ Choice travel award contest, and M&T Bank stadium is full for many of their home game. Pimlico Racetrack, which has certainly seen better days, is an iconic location, home to the second …

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What a contentious power line could mean for Maryland's energy grid, and a budding data center industry 48:39

16d ago48:39

48:39

Through a complex, interwoven, interstate system, transmission cables carry electricity to businesses and homes everywhere, connecting the United States in a latticework of metal and rubber from one coast to another coast. With soaring energy needs and aging infrastructure, utility companies say new power lines are needed. The Maryland Piedmont Rel…

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Ep. 07 - Bryant Postell: From NYC Party Promoter to Black Restaurant Coalition Founder 58:53

16d ago58:53

58:53

In this episode, we sit down with Bryant Postell, Founder of the Black Restaurant Coalition, to talk about his journey from the lively NYC 90's party scene to becoming a fine dining restaurant owner. Bryant shares insights from his early days at the University of Albany, Greek life, and his lessons on timing and finding the right entry point to mak…

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Grave Matters: Appalachian Death Lore, Burial, and Mourning Rituals 22:33

16d ago22:33

22:33

What did you think of this episode? In this chilling episode (just in time for spooky week), SWVA Museum Education Specialist Burke Greear joins me to talk about pre-funeral industry Appalachian customs and superstitions surrounding premonitions, death and burial. We'll explore the roots of terms like "death watch," "sitting up with the dead," "pal…

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Howard County lawmaker clarifies next steps after youth commits murder 25:02

17d ago25:02

25:02

State Senator Clarence Lam who represents Maryland's District 12 in the General Assembly joins Midday to discuss a recent murder by a youth offender in Howard County. On October 9, a man was shot to death in a parking lot at a Columbia office building. Howard County police arrested a 17-year-old student at Howard High School, and a 14-year-old from…

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Sec. Schiraldi speaks on youth crime after Howard County murder 23:48

17d ago23:48

23:48

Maryland's Secretary of Juvenile Services (DJS), Vincent Schiraldi joins Midday to discuss several high-profile crimes involving juveniles. While not suggesting Schiraldi should resign, the Mayor of Baltimore and the Baltimore Police Commissioner have voiced concern that arresting some juvenile offenders and then remanding them to the custody of th…

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Gigi Murakami: The Queen of Black Horror Manga on Blending Japanese and American Styles 50:48

19d ago50:48

50:48

In this episode of The Truth in This Art, I sit down with Gigi Murakami, the Queen of Black Horror Manga. Gigi Murakami is an Ignatz-nominated mangaka, illustrator, and writer from New York City. Her work masterfully blends Japanese manga with vintage American pulp and comic aesthetics, creating dark and dramatic themes that captivate readers. Gigi…

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Keith Dukes & Tony Diallo on Building Pixalfest and Fostering Community Through Film 57:29

21d ago57:29

57:29

In this episode, I sit down with Keith Dukes III and Tony Diallo, the creative forces behind Pixalfest, a short film festival in Washington, DC, that showcases the work of young filmmakers. We discuss the origins of Pixalfest, its mission to provide filmmakers a space to test and improve their work, and the importance of inclusivity in creating a s…

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Newswrap: The kickoff to Maryland early voting 27:23

20d ago27:23

27:23

More than 1,800 people took advantage of same day registration to register and vote yesterday. Early voting centers are open today, through next Thursday, including on Saturday and Sunday, from 7:00 AM until 8:00 PM. In her race against former Gov. Larry Hogan for the open U.S. Senate seat here in Maryland, Angela Alsobrooks presented control of th…

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New report validates concerns about the conditions of Baltimore City's DPW workers 10:12

20d ago10:12

10:12

Yesterday, Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott and the new head of the city's Department of Public Works, Khalil Zaied, released a report from an independent law firm commissioned to evaluate DPW's policies and procedures. This follows the death of Ronald Silver, a DPW worker who died of heat related problems he encountered last summer. WYPR's Emily Hofs…

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Rousuck's Review: 'Pride & Prejudice' at Baltimore Center Stage 11:17

20d ago11:17

11:17

Theater critic J. Wynn Rousuck joins Midday to share another weekly review of a local theatrical production. This week, Rousuck reviews Pride & Prejudice, at Baltimore Center Stage through November 10. The production is being billed as as a rom-com. Is that an accurate description? Email us at midday@wypr.org, tweet us: @MiddayWYPR, or call us at 4…

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