Best Baltimore Inspiration Podcasts (2024)

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Rousuck Review: 'Soft Power' and 'Beautiful: The Carole King Musical' 9:42

20m ago9:42

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Theater critic J. Wynn Rousuck joins Midday to share a review of a pair of local theatre productions. Soft Power continues at Signature Theatre in Arlington, Va., through September 15, while Beautiful: The Carole King Musical continues at Olney Theatre Center through August 25. (DJ Corey Photography) Email us at midday@wypr.org, tweet us: @MiddayWY…

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Federal funds rushed into Baltimore during the pandemic. How have they been spent? 38:50

3h ago38:50

38:50

In March of 2021, a year into the COVID pandemic, Baltimore City received a chunk of $65.1 billion dollars in American Rescue Plan (ARPA) grants. Baltimore’s take was $641 million dollars, which Mayor Brandon Scott disbursed to city agencies, quasi-governmental organizations and non-profit organizations who are charged with improving housing, infra…

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Health Professionals That Murder: Catching These Rare Serial Killers. Special Episode. 40:38

41m ago40:38

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Health Professionals That Murder: Catching These Rare Serial Killers. Special Episode. The chilling reality of healthcare professionals who turn into serial killers is both alarming and rare. Among the most notorious is Dr. Michael Swango, an American physician whose nickname, "Dr. Death," is a grim reflection of his deeds. Swango was convicted of …

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The Truth In This Art with Tufted Rug Artist Liv Aanrud 1:01:46

1d ago1:01:46

1:01:46

In this episode of "The Truth In This Art," host Rob Lee talks with Los Angeles-based textile artist Liv Aanrud, known for her vibrant tufted rug art pieces. Liv delves into her artistic journey, highlighting the profound influence of her grandmother and the themes of joy and pain that characterize her work. The discussion explores the interplay be…

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How is drought hurting Maryland's farmers and food supply? 25:29

1h ago25:29

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While temperatures in the Baltimore metropolitan area have been a little lower this week, farmers across the state have been contending with a drought that has extended over the last three years. We begin today with Maryland Secretary of Agriculture Kevin Atticks, to discuss Maryland farmers and food systems that bring fruits, vegetables and other …

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Can Baltimore grow its economy with everyone in mind? 23:11

1h ago23:11

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The Baltimore metro region lost nearly 23,000 jobs in the first quarter of this year, but 54 new businesses began in Baltimore city during the second quarter, and the city attracted more than $56 million dollars in venture capital investment. My guest today is Colin Tarbert. He is the President and CEO of the Baltimore Development Corporation, the …

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Rolling Rainbows #3 - "Three Negative Weeks" Lecture 15:28

3h ago15:28

15:28

Support our Patreon Pagehttps://patreon.com/RollingRainbows108?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkJoin us on a fascinating journey as we explore the transformative energy of the Leo New Moon and the profound significance of the Three Negative Weeks through the lens of quantum physics.This P…

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Rolling Rainbows #2 -"Mystical France: A Spiritual Journey." 45:16

2d ago45:16

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Support our Patreon Pagehttps://patreon.com/RollingRainbows108?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkEmbark on a captivating spiritual journey through France with our podcast, "Mystical France: A Spiritual Journey." Explore the rich history and deep spiritual roots of Rouen, Le Neubourg, Evreu…

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Rolling Rainbows #1 - Intro 9:21

3h ago9:21

9:21

Support our Patreon Pagehttps://patreon.com/RollingRainbows108?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkRolling Rainbows: Illuminating Joy and Wisdom Through KabbalahIn this introductory session, we take some time to introduce our host and discuss why Kabbalah is a great tool for delivering hope …

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New school year sees new leadership in Maryland's statewide union of educators 10:44

16h ago10:44

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The state's largest union of educators, the Maryland State Education Association, sees new leadership heading into the 2024-2025 school year. Paul Lemle and Nikki Woodward bring decades of experience as educators and paraprofessionals to their new role. Reinvigorating the pipeline of teachers is one of the issues top of mind for the new leaders of …

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What is important to today's teenagers? We hear from students around Baltimore. 48:46

17h ago48:46

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Rising seniors from several local high schools join Midday to discuss the issues they think are important as they prepare to cross into adulthood. The panel of students discusses bullying, mental illness, academic support, school safety and where these young people see themselves in our chaotic world. Shawn Ware is a 17-year-old at the Baltimore Le…

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Ep. 24 feat. Lifestyle International: From Rap Dreams to Fashion Kings - The Unexpected Journey of Building a Clothing Empire 1:14:55

19h ago1:14:55

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In Episode 24 of the ‘Do It 4 The Love’ Podcast, hosts Cell Spitfire and Buddy Davis sit down with Jerome Green and Britte Robinson, the dynamic duo behind Lifestyle International. This episode dives deep into how what started as a music production company unexpectedly transformed into a thriving clothing brand that has caught the attention of the …

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Artscape 40: John Tyler Showcases Musical Innovation on Stage 28:43

4d ago28:43

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In the special "The Truth In This Art" series at Artscape 40, I speak with musician and curator John Tyler before his performance on the North of North Stage on Day 3 of the festival. John is a multi-time guest on "The Truth In This Art," known for his innovative approach to music and curation. John Tyler is a versatile musician, producer, and cura…

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Her DEA Spouse and Kids Were Almost Murdered 41:26

2d ago41:26

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Her DEA Spouse and Kids Were Almost Murdered. They were targeted for execution by drug dealers. She found out about a close call for her husband and children at a crowded shopping mall a year later. Investigators also revealed the existence of a "hit list" where her children and husband were named. The drug dealers that wanted to kill them also kne…

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Artscape 40: Todd Marcus Discusses Jazz and Performing Live 27:42

5d ago27:42

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In the special "The Truth In This Art" series at Artscape 40, I catch up with Todd Marcus moments after his performance with the Todd Marcus Quintet on Day 3 of the festival. Todd is a bass clarinetist, bandleader, and a multi-time guest on "The Truth In This Art." Todd Marcus is renowned for his innovative work as a bass clarinetist, blending jazz…

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Artscape 40: Lionel Lyles II Discusses His Performance with L-Avate 35:09

5d ago35:09

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In the special "The Truth In This Art" series at Artscape 40, I sit down with multi-instrumentalist Lionel Lyles II, who opened Day 2 of the festival with his band L-Avate and returned to chat with me on Day 3. Lionel shares his experience of performing at Artscape and discusses the creative process behind his music. Lionel Lyles II is a talented m…

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Artscape 40: Inside Soulmates with Troy Burton and Tevin Brown from Arena Players 26:45

6d ago26:45

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In the special "The Truth In This Art" series at Artscape 40, I sit down with Troy Burton and Tevin Brown after their performance of Arena Players Presents SOULMATES: The Music of Ashford and Simpson. Troy is a director, producer, playwright, road manager, and a returning guest on "The Truth In This Art." Tevin is the music director who brought the…

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Rousuck Review: 'Nine' and 'Back to the Future: The Musical' at The Kennedy Center 8:58

4d ago8:58

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Theater critic J. Wynn Rousuck joins Midday to share another weekly review of a theatrical production in the greater Baltimore region. This week, reviews of two musicals at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. Nine is based on the groundbreaking 1963 movie, “8 1/2,” by Italian filmmaker Federico Fellini, while Back…

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Tia Hamilton of Urban Reads inspires kids with youth summit 12:35

4d ago12:35

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Tia Hamilton is the owner of Urban Reads, and the publisher of State vs. Us Magazine, a publication for incarcerated people around the country. Tomorrow she is centering students at a youth summit at the Urban Reads Bookstore on Greenmount Avenue in Baltimore’s Waverly neighborhood. Tia speaks with Tom about the youth summit and the importance of b…

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How would Project 2025 impact political appointees and federal workers? 23:00

4d ago23:00

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ProPublica reporter Alec MacGillis recently wrote about Paul Dans, the former director of Project 2025 which was created to help build the next Republican administration. Dans has Baltimore roots as the son of a Johns Hopkins professor. According to MacGillis, by the time Dans stepped down from his role with Project 2025, much of the work was in pl…

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Artscape 40: Dance Legends DJ Thommy Davis & DJ Quicksilva Take the Stage 27:04

6d ago27:04

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In the special "The Truth In This Art" series at Artscape 40, I present a two-part interview with DJ Thommy Davis and DJ Quicksilva during their performance on night one of the festival. Thommy Davis: A pioneering figure in Baltimore's dance music scene, Thommy Davis helped popularize House music and redefined the role of DJs in record stores. With…

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Artscape 40: LOL@Artscape with Michelle Faulkner-Forson 40:42

7d ago40:42

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In the first installment of the special "The Truth In This Art" series at Artscape 40, I sit down with Michelle Faulkner-Forson to discuss LOL@Artscape. Michelle is an artist, the managing director of BIG Improv, and a multi-time guest on "The Truth In This Art." BIG Improv creates connections through improv, offering classes, workshops, and shows …

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Phoenix Recovery Academy focuses on students & sobriety 48:44

5d ago48:44

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The Phoenix Recovery Academy in Frederick is the only high school in Maryland dedicated to supporting and educating teenagers who are battling substance use disorders and co-occurring disorders. The academy is a part of a network of about 45 Recovery Schools across the country, which strive to maintain high quality educational environments while en…

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Artscape 40: The Truth In This Art Series Trailer 1:41

8d ago1:41

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Join me for a special "The Truth In This Art" series at Artscape 40, where I interview incredible artists and performers who bring Baltimore's vibrant cultural flair to life. Explore the creativity and passion behind one of America's largest free outdoor arts festivals. Relive Artscape 40, showcasing diverse artists, performances, and activities fo…

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Healthwatch with Dr. Leana Wen: COVID summer wave, and watch out for extreme heat! 23:56

6d ago23:56

23:56

On Midday Healthwatch, our monthly conversations about public health with Dr. Leana Wen, we ask about the uptick in COVID-19 cases in Maryland and across the country. Should we be avoiding gatherings of people inside? Is it time to return to the precautious behavior from earlier in the pandemic? Plus, how to manage hypertension, the ‘silent killer’…

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Roxane Gay's got a gun: black feminism and gun ownership 24:50

6d ago24:50

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The power to take a life, professor and social commentator Roxane Gay writes, receives greater constitutional and culture value than a women's right to the pursuit of happiness. Gay is the author of the New York Times best-selling books Bad Feminist and Hunger. Her latest work includes the essay Stand Your Ground: A Black Feminists Reckoning with A…

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Trauma and Repressed Memory From When He Was A Scout and His Life as an Adult. 41:27

6d ago41:27

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Trauma and Repressed Memory From When He Was A Scout and His Life as an Adult. Boy Scouts were a big part of his young life. He was molested as a pre-teenager by a Scout Master. He was told by his abuser that it was part of an initiation that all of the other boys did. He repressed the memories until he was a Resident Assistant at St. Mary's Colleg…

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Mayor Brandon Scott responds to DPW employee's death 11:20

7d ago11:20

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Mayor Brandon Scott speaks to Midday about the recent death of DPW employee Ronald Silver II. Email us at midday@wypr.org, tweet us: @MiddayWYPR, or call us at 410-662-8780.By WYPR 88.1 FM Baltimore

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Julia Marciari-Alexander says goodbye to the Walters Art Museum 22:54

7d ago22:54

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Host Tom Hall speaks with Dr. Julia Marciari-Alexander, who for the past eleven years has been the Executive Director and CEO of the Walters Art Museum. Walters Art Museum named two interim co-directors to replace Marciari-Alexander as the organization seeks a new leader. Marciari-Alexander announced she is set to leave next month to take a new pos…

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Mayor Scott on drop in city's gun violence, and the condition of city workers 25:50

7d ago25:50

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Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott joins Midday to discuss his policy plans for the city's biggest challenges. We ask Scott about decreases in violent crime and car thefts. What is working, according to the mayor, and where is there room for improvement? Plus, are city agencies doing enough to prepare and train city workers? On Friday afternoon, solid w…

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The Truth In This Art with Multidisciplinary Artist Mary Graham 44:57

10d ago44:57

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Mary Graham captivated audiences as a multidisciplinary artist exploring race, identity, and community. In her interview with Rob Lee on "The Truth In This Art" podcast, she discussed her artistic journey, influenced by her family's creative background and a focus on ancestral narratives. Her "Value Test" series addresses racism, colorism, and sexi…

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We ask Baltimore's top cop about homicide drop and the consent decree 48:43

8d ago48:43

48:43

Baltimore City Police Commissioner Richard Worley joins Midday to discuss historic lows in homicide, violence reduction and the ongoing federal consent decree. Over the weekend, the Baltimore Peace Movement held its quarterly Peace Promise weekend. While Baltimore is seeing an uptick in murders, a tragic annual occurrence during the warmer summer m…

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Rousuck's Review: 'Grand Horizons' at CCBC Essex 11:25

8d ago11:25

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Theater critic J. Wynn Rousuck joins Midday to share another weekly review of a local theatrical production. Rousuck takes a look at Grand Horizons, presented by Cockpit in Court at Community College of Baltimore County Essex through August 4. The dynamics of one family are central to the play, and the story is part domestic comedy, part domestic d…

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Midday at the Movies: Summertime is for blockbusters! 37:20

8d ago37:20

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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. This week we talk summer films, including Twisters and Longlegs. What are your favorite movies of the summer? …

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What Movies and TV Hides, Murder Attempt and Domestic Violence In Her Life. 41:14

9d ago41:14

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What Movies and TV Hides, Murder Attempt and Domestic Violence In Her Life. She has been married twice, both in less than ideal conditions. The second marriage to who she thought was the perfect man, was marred by his drug addiction and domestic violence. The last straw was when he broke into her house, when she wasn't there and shot up the residen…

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The Truth In This Art with Multidisciplinary Artist & Designer Walter Cruz 54:23

13d ago54:23

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In this episode of "The Truth in This Art," host Rob Lee converses with Bronx-based artist and designer Walter Cruz. They explore Walter's artistic journey, focusing on how architecture and design intersect with the experiences of marginalized communities. Walter shares personal anecdotes that sparked his interest in architecture, emphasizing the p…

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Ep. 23 feat. Tyneka Pack: From Bodybuilding to Wellness Coach | Women's Health Revolution 1:10:13

12d ago1:10:13

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In this inspiring episode of the 'Do It 4 The Love' Podcast, hosts Cell Spitfire & Buddy Davis sit down with Tyneka Pack, the founder and CEO of IMPACKT Fitness. As a certified personal trainer, nutrition coach, and flexibility expert, Tyneka has dedicated her career to empowering women to prioritize their health and well-being. With a background i…

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'The Deceived Ones' reinterprets a Shakespearean classic in Charm City 24:30

12d ago24:30

24:30

Judith Krummeck's The Deceived Ones reinterprets the classic Twelfth Night in a contemporary Baltimore setting. Her new novel chronicles the journey of twins, Vira and Sevastyan, a brother and sister from Ukraine who escape their war-torn homeland and come to Charm City. Vira is a talented musician, who becomes begins working on a new opera at the …

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'Slow Time' is a love letter to a historic Baltimore neighborhood 24:02

12d ago24:02

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Slow Time is Antje Rauwerda's debut novel. The Goucher College professor set her story in Govans, the northeast Baltimore neighborhood she calls home. The setting comes alive in Rauwerda's story and is as vibrantly described as the characters who live there. At the outset of the story, the book’s protagonists, Danny and Em, know each other only in …

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The Truth In This Art with CEO of Baltimore Office for Promotion & The Arts Rachel D. Graham 54:36

15d ago54:36

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Rachel D. Graham made headlines as the CEO of the Baltimore Office for Promotion and The Arts. In her interview with Rob Lee on "The Truth In This Art" podcast, she discussed her journey in the arts, promoting Baltimore's unique culture, and her vision for Artscape 2024. Her initiative focuses on expanding the festival into more neighborhoods, emph…

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