Best Dragon Digital Radio Podcasts (2024)

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Hot Time, Summer in the City 28:16

8d ago28:16

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Pull out your calendars - it's "HOT TIME, SUMMER IN THE CITY," here at Razzle Dazzle Radio with co-hosts Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton. Guest Todd Hochkeppel delights audiences with his tales of playing Nathan Detroit in the Howard County Summer Theater's production of "Guys & Dolls" at Marriotts Ridge High School June 23-39. Here's a show tha…

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Howard County Citizens Climate Lobby 28:01

8d ago28:01

28:01

Bob talks with Sabrina Fu, the current environmental portfolio director at the University of Maryland Global Campus. Sabrina started volunteering for Baltimore CCL in 2013, and has taken on many other roles at CCL, including media lead, group leader of Howard County CCL (since 2015), liaison, state coordinator, and finally helping with regional wor…

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Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes & The Fall Guy 27:40

17d ago27:40

27:40

Considering that this franchise goes all the way back to 1068, the latest installment, "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes," still remains an interesting sci fi exercise in a near-future world in which the apes are civilized and the humans are, well, rather primitive. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano dis…

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Howard County Office of Community Sustainability 30:21

1M ago30:21

30:21

Bob talks with Tim Lattimer, Administrator of the Howard County Office of Community Sustainability, about his time working at the U.S. Department of State’s Office of Global Change, where he was part of the team that concluded the landmark Paris Agreement on climate change in 2015. He also explains what Howard County is doing to become more sustain…

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Sounds of Summer 24:32

2M ago24:32

24:32

Picture yourself sitting on the lawn at Merriweather Post Pavilion and listening to your favorite rock band. Or joining families on a moonlit night at Colorburst Park in the nearby Merriweather District. That’s the mood co-hosts Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton have set in this early summer edition of Razzle Dazzle Radio. Guests Ian Kennedy, Exec…

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Civil War & Wicked Little Letters 29:11

2M ago29:11

29:11

Set in the near future, "Civil War" is about a messy conflict in a deeply divided United States. Sound familiar? In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano agree that the film does not fully realize the political potential of its premise, and yet fully realizes the visceral power of accompanying several photojour…

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Humane Gardening 22:42

2M ago22:42

22:42

Bob Marietta chats with nature writer and advocate Nancy Lawson, author of “The Humane Gardener.” Read more by and about Nancy at https://www.humanegardener.com/.By Dragon Digital Radio

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Fairy Tales, Musings, and Cancer Treatment 28:11

2M ago28:11

28:11

Tune in to Razzle Dazzle Radio and hold on to your hats. Guest artists Lee Andersen and Diana Ulman are bursting with energy and enthusiasm for their artistic talent. Among her many endeavors, whirlwind Lee Andersen runs an interactive art museum, best described "as a pretend department store for the creatures of fairy tales, ancient myths, and oth…

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One Life & Love Lies Bleeding 28:30

3M ago28:30

28:30

In 1938 a British stockbroker, Nicholas Winton, organized the rescue of 669 children from Nazi-occupied Czechoslovakia and these children were sent to safety in Great Britain. This true story is the basis for "One Life," which HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss in this Podcast episode. Anthony Hopkins is terrific as the e…

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Advocating for Health Care 27:49

3M ago27:49

27:49

In the 2021 Howard County Health Assessment Survey, 7% of Howard County residents reported not having any kind of healthcare coverage. This includes 22% of adults between the ages of 18 and 24 and 12% of adults between the ages of 25 and 34. In this episode we talk about how the Health Department can help you navigate the health insurance landscape…

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Watersheds and Forests 19:53

3M ago19:53

19:53

Bob talks with former Columbia Association Watershed Manager John McCoy about Howard County's watersheds and water management systems, as well as local stream restoration and forest conservation efforts.By Dragon Digital Radio

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Superstars and Volunteers 26:42

3M ago26:42

26:42

Co-hosts Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton salute two “Superstars and Volunteers” on the latest edition of Razzle Dazzle Radio. Barbara Lawson is a longtime supporter of the arts and social justice. Ric Ryder has roots in Howard County and credits those who helped him make it to Broadway. And did he ever. Tune in to learn what it’s like to be in t…

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Dune: Part Two & The Taste of Things 28:22

4M ago28:22

28:22

It's not often that a sequel is better than the first film, but director Denis Villeneuve's "Dune: Part Two" is better than the first part released in 2021. in this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss a cinematic epic that takes us deeper into the sci fi story and, of course, also visually delivers with mo…

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What We Do For Love 32:41

4M ago32:41

32:41

Co-hosts Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton invite Leela Dawson and Ann-Marie Gover to share their stories about their love of performing and teaching dance. Leela plays the role of Diana Morales, a character in "A Chorus Line” at Toby’s Dinner Theater who is a determined, athletic dancer from the Bronx. Diana is streetwise, a little tough, and an …

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Author and Environmentalist Ned Tillman 23:53

4M ago23:53

23:53

Bob and local author and environmentalist, Ned Tillman, talk about his books, the development of Columbia, and the impacts of Climate Change. You can check out Ned's website at www.savetheplaces.com.By Dragon Digital Radio

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American Fiction & Poor Things 26:53

4M ago26:53

26:53

HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano have a lot to say in this podcast episode, because they're talking about two films that received numerous Academy Award nominations. Cord Jefferson's directorial debut, "American Fiction," strikes an admirable balance between comedy and drama in its story about a Black novelist, Thelonious Ellis…

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Silas Craft and Celebrating Black History in Howard County 33:54

5M ago33:54

33:54

Cris is joined by Marcus Nicks, a historian, and the Assistant Director of the Silas Craft Collegians Program at Howard Community College. They discuss the rich ties between Black history and Howard County, and they offer suggestions for how we can make the most of our celebrations of Black History Month.…

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County Highways and Storm Responses 23:07

5M ago23:07

23:07

Bob chats with Bureau of Highways Chief, Kris Jagarapu. They discuss Howard County roads and the logistics of preparing for winter storms.By Dragon Digital Radio

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Works of the Heart 29:10

5M ago29:10

29:10

Looking for an escape from the winter weather? Tune in to the latest edition of Razzle Dazzle Radio for some hot tips on what's happening in Howard County and beyond! Want to learn tango, the hottest dance from Argentina? John Bouman and his longtime partner Mary Jo share their lessons in this dance and other dances that will delight both young and…

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The Color Purple & Ferrari 27:30

6M ago27:30

27:30

"The Color Purple" began as an Alice Walker novel, was turned into a dramatic film by Steven Spielberg, then turned into a Broadway musical, and now has been turned into a movie musical by director Blitz Bazawule. That gives HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano plenty to talk about in this podcast episode. This crowd-pleasing film …

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Superstars and Clowns 28:58

7M ago28:58

28:58

Want to know what it’s like to be on the big stage? This month, Carolyn and Judy are joined by performers Larry Friedman and Gregory May, two local legends of showbiz. Come hear their stories about life in the circus, the behind-the-scenes of Jesus Christ Superstar, the artistic highs and lows of the pandemic era, and the joys of teaching the perfo…

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Climate Change in Howard County 24:34

7M ago24:34

24:34

Bob talks with Kim Pezza, chair of the HoCo Sustainability Board and CA’s Climate Committee, to discuss the local impact of climate change. They also discuss Howard County Climate Forward, the county's Climate Action and Resiliency Plan. Check it out at ClimateForward.howardcountymd.gov.By Dragon Digital Radio

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The Holdovers & Napoleon 30:41

7M ago30:41

30:41

In "The Holdovers," director Alexander Payne and actor Paul Giamatti work together for the first time since "Sideways" back in 2004. HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano agree in this podcast episode that they have great director-actor chemistry in this character study about a New England boarding schoolteacher tasked with watching…

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Talking About Honors and the Undergraduate Research Program at HCC! 25:22

7M ago25:22

25:22

Cris Oviedo talks with Cheryl Campo, Director of Honors & Undergraduate Research, about Howard Community College's two Honors programs, The James W. Rouse Scholars Program, and The Frederick K. Schoenbrodt Scholars Program. They also discuss Undergraduate Research opportunities at HCC.By Dragon Digital Radio

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Food Insecurity in Howard County 35:11

7M ago35:11

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Food Insecurity is a problem in Howard County, just like in many communities across the country. In the 2021 Howard County Health Assessment, nearly one in six residents reported concern about running out of food before they could afford more. Hear the story of a community member who struggles with food insecurity and listen to what the Health Depa…

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Killers of the Flower Moon & Anatomy of a Fall 27:23

7M ago27:23

27:23

As HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano talk about Martin Scorsese's "Killers of the Flower Moon" in this podcast episode, they assure you they won't go on quite as long as the film's 3-hour, 26-minute running time. Although Marie thinks the film is too long and Mike is fine with the running time, they mostly agree that it is a com…

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Home for the Holidays 30:28

8M ago30:28

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“Home for the Holidays” is the theme of this edition of Razzle Dazzle Radio. And, if you are staying home this holiday season, be sure to check out the many events that make Christmas a little sweeter, Chanukah a little brighter, and Turkey Day a little more zesty. Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton invite Cindee Velle to talk about her new digs, a…

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Talking About Watersheds 25:17

8M ago25:17

25:17

Bob is joined by the coordinator at Howard County Watershed Stewards Academy, Terry Matthews, and they talk about his career evolution, the mission of the Howard County Watershed Stewards Academy, changes we can make at home and in our community to better care for our water, and more.By Dragon Digital Radio

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Honoring Veterans in our Community! 26:32

8M ago26:32

26:32

Veterans Day is coming up on November 11th, and we would like to honor our military veterans at Howard Community College, Howard County, and all the veterans listening and watching our show with a big and sincere THANK YOU for your sacrifice and service and highlighting some of the local resources and initiatives available to all through the Howard…

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Celebrating the 2023 Outstanding Community Supporters of the Arts Howie Award Winners 30:15

8M ago30:15

30:15

Meet Malynda & Rich Madzel, the 2023 Outstanding Community Supporters of the Arts Howie Award Winners, a creative couple of creators that have made a huge impact in the arts community in Howard County, and continues to bring laughs with their comedy show at Bus Boys and Poets once a month.By Dragon Digital Radio

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Exploring Dual Enrollment Opportunities at Howard Community College 24:58

8M ago24:58

24:58

Current high school students have the option to take credit college courses while in high school to accelerate their professional path and save money at the same time. Learn all about it as we talk about dual enrollment options with HCC’s Dual Enrollment Director, Dr. Princess King.By Dragon Digital Radio

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Cybersecurity- Don’t take the Bait! 27:35

9M ago27:35

27:35

As part of Cybersecurity Month, Howard Community College is participating in the Secure Our World Campaign, a national initiative that highlights the importance of properly protecting our networks, devices, and data from unauthorized access or criminal use, both at work and at home. Cris Oviedo talks with HCC’s Associate Vice President of Technolog…

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Dumb Money & The Creator 27:17

9M ago27:17

27:17

An actual case involving Game Stop stock selling in 2021 is the basis for "Dumb Money," in which the good guy small investors go up against the bad guy hedge funds. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano mention how movies such as "The Social Network," "The Big Short" and "Dumb Money" deal with characters loo…

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Come Enjoy Fall for All at Howard Community College 16:36

9M ago16:36

16:36

Howard Community College is thrilled to host our inaugural Fall for All event on October 20, 2023! This family-friendly, free event falls on a day when HCPSS schools are closed so it's the perfect time to explore our campus and enjoy fall festivities. We'll have pumpkin-themed activities and a pumpkin patch, face painting, moon bounce, candy, a cor…

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Celebrando el Mes de la Herencia Hispana con Ambiciones 51:04

9M ago51:04

51:04

El mes de la herencia hispana se celebra en Estados Unidos todos los años entre el 15 de Septiembre y el 15 de Octubre, y en Howard Community College lo celebramos con arte, con paneles en los que escuchamos las voces y experiencias de nuestros alumnos latinos tanto como las de profesionales de nuestra comunidad, y abrimos la puerta de nuestra casa…

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Learning About Howard EcoWorks 23:19

9M ago23:19

23:19

Join our Green Dragon, Bob Marietta, and his guest, the Founder & Executive Director of Howard EcoWorks, Lori Lilly, as they chat about Lori's beginnings and passion for the environment, the role of EcoWorks in the Ellicott City flood mitigation projects, and other ongoing initiatives around our county. #howardcc #greendragon #floodmitigation…

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Gran Turismo & The Equalizer 3 27:54

9M ago27:54

27:54

Based on a true story about a PlayStation gamer who went on to become an actual race car driver, "Gran Turismo" will satisfy gamers and race car fans alike. Admittedly, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano do not fit into either demographic category. in this podcast episode, they acknowledge what will appeal to the fan base while a…

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Jules & Golda 27:49

9M ago27:49

27:49

Although "Jules" is a sentimental movie about an alien that may remind you of "E.T.," it differs in that the human protagonists are senior citizens rather than kids. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano admire that geriatric twist to the standard storyline, and they also like Ben Kingsley's performance. Mar…

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Dance, theater, MPT, and Drag[on] Extravaganza 29:00

9M ago29:00

29:00

October's episode has it all, from dance recitals, to sweet vengeance in theater, to uplifting the arts on TV at MPT, to the Drag[on] Extravaganza, and more! Bring out your calendars, sit back and enjoy the show!By Dragon Digital Radio

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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at HCC! 28:23

9M ago28:23

28:23

Howard Community College is very proud of its Dragones, and to celebrate their diversity and contributions to our #DragonCountry we are planning multiple events on Campus showcasing their works and elevating the ongoing opportunities available to all. Tune in and join Cris Oviedo and her guest, the Director of Equity and Community Engagement at HCC…

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Oppenheimer & Barbie 26:27

9M ago26:27

26:27

Oppenheimer" is writer-director Christopher Nolan's ambitious biopic about atomic scientist J. Robert Oppenheimer, who is portrayed with suitable intensity by Cillian Murphy. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano agree that this is an impressive film tackling difficult scientific and political subject matter…

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Getting Ready for the Bauder Lecture 2023! 32:41

10M ago32:41

32:41

The Third Annual Bauder Lecture is coming to Howard Community College on September 21st, an event where diverse contemporary authors discuss their work, ignite conversations, and inspire attendees to co-create a more just and compassionate world. This year’s book is Aftershocks by author Nadia Owusu. Get all the detail at howardcc.edu Don’t forget …

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Talking About Air Quality 25:52

10M ago25:52

25:52

Join Bob Marietta and Professor Russell Dickerson from University of Maryland College Park, as they look at the differences between weather and climate, the quality of our air today and the contributing factors for it, pollutants, Canadian fires, what you can do to help, and much more.By Dragon Digital Radio

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Mission Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One & Joy Ride 29:14

10M ago29:14

29:14

Tom Cruise is a 61-year-old action hero who still delivers the goods in "Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part One." HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano acknowledge as much in this podcast episode, but they also wonder about the movie's 163-minute running time - and this is just Part One! Individual sequences are exciting, but m…

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Hispanic Heritage Month Celebrations and Catching Up with Lance Newman 28:42

10M ago28:42

28:42

Tune in Razzle Dazzle Radio for up-to-date info on National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 - Oct. 15). And what a celebration it will be! Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton welcome Gabriel Moreno from La Alianza Latina, a new commission in the county that as part of their work will be bringing Latino cultural events in Howard County especially H…

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Learning About the New Child Care Professional Apprenticeship! 33:18

10M ago33:18

33:18

According to research conducted by the Grant View Research firm, the national child care industry was valued at 60.4 billion dollars in 2022, and experts predict that it will continue to grow overtime as more families return to in person work, families who continue to work from home rely on child care in order to be effective remote employees, and …

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Asteroid City & No Hard Feelings 28:21

11M ago28:21

28:21

Wes Anderson makes visually striking, whimsical movies with large ensemble casts, and in that respect "Asteroid City" is very much a Wes Anderson movie. HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano have a friendly jousting match in this podcast episode, because she likes Anderson's movies more than Mike does. Set in 1955, "Asteroid City" t…

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Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny & Past Lives 30:02

11M ago30:02

30:02

Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny" is the fifth and presumably final installment in an adventure series that began way back in 1981. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano talk about the history of that series and what it's like to now have Harrison Ford as an 80-year-old Indy Jones; and yes, they also ta…

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The Collective Encore 25:27

11M ago25:27

25:27

Join Carolyn and Judy as they share in the excitement of the opening of The Collective Encore in downtown, find out everything they have in store for us this summer and beyond.By Dragon Digital Radio

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Maternal Health in Howard County 27:42

11M ago27:42

27:42

In this episode, Healthy Babies, Healthy Pregnancies, Dr. Rossman meets with three women to discuss the exciting programs recently introduced in Howard County and across the State to help improve birth outcomes in our community that will result in more healthy pregnancies and more healthy babies!By Dragon Digital Radio

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