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A biweekly podcast with Maryland focus and Howard County roots, exploring the policies, people, and stories that affect the state of Maryland. Each episode we’ll talk to newsmakers and everyday people in order to elevate the conversation and find out what matters most.
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In this episode, Candace and Tom interview Baltimore City Council-member Ryan Dorsey about his views on Baltimore police, Kimberly Klacik's city-wide attack ad, and renaming Baltimore's Columbus obelisk. Ryan also touched on the criticisms of "single party rule" and why he thinks the emergence of another political party in Baltimore may be good for the city. Still around for 3 things, which are not at the end of the show: Howard County Executive Ball Creates position for Equity and Restorative Practices Manager Leaving provacatuers empty handed - https://twitter.com/BerniceKing/status/1297587615135301632 Reminder that gestures and statements are fine but what are we doing to diversify boards and commissions and leadership in orgs.
In this episode, Candace and Tom sit down with Brandon Soderberg, one of the co-authors of "I Got A Monster: The Rise and Fall of America's Most Corrupt Police Squad", which covers the rise and fall of the corrupt Baltimore Gun Trace Task Force led by police officer Wayne Jenkins. Soderberg discusses the manner in which the criminal justice system enables and protects corruption, including the complicity of city prosecutors. He also relates this story to the "Defund Police" movement and how reform may be possible. Candace and Tom close the episode with a discussion of what it could mean to have a Vice President Kamala Harris.
August is Black Philanthropy Month. In this episode, Candace and Tom interview Malynda Madzel and Buffy Beaudoin-Schwartz about the Women's Giving Circle and the importance of philanthropic inclusion.
In this episode, Candace and Tom interview Baltimore Regional Housing Partnership's Executive Director Adria Crutchfield. The BHRP is dedicated to providing housing for lower income families in "safe, healthy, and economically vibrant communities." Adria discusses many of the obstacles to obtaining such housing and the means by which the BHRP provides subsidies to live in such areas. TWO Action Items: 1) Equity in Remote Education 2) Support Howard County's SAO 1-FY2021, which funds the Department of Housing and Community Development
Candace and Tom return from hiatus for this wide-ranging interview with Delegate Marc Korman, who represents Montgomery County's 16th District. They discuss the decision on whether to hold a Special Session, COVID-19 tests from South Korean, and Delegate Korman's successful effort to have archived editions of the Maryland Manual posted online. He even brought back the long lost tradition of host gifts! Three Items For Action: 1) Request an Absentee Ballot; 2) www.saveourstages.com; and 3) Howard County ICE contract
This week, Candace and Tom interview Maryland NAACP Youth President, and Reservoir High School student, Isaac Allen about how the youth are responding to and participating in the Black Lives Matter movement. He discusses what inspired him to become more involved and how we should talk about race. We were excited to have another inspiring young leader on the show and are sure you'll enjoy this one!
In this episode, Candace and Tom talk with technology and communications expert Gigi Sohn about how the need for universal access to broadband internet has never been greater. We also address the consequences of continuing a "have and have not" market for internet access as more of our educational system goes online. Three Things to Act On: 1) Support businesses you love; 2) Diversity of Board Leadership 3) Change (or get rid of) the Maryland State Song
Join Candace and Tom for this fun, engaging, and illuminating conversation with award-winning cartoonist and political satirist Kevin "KAL" Kallaugher. Kal's cartoons have been featured in over 100 publications, but has been a prominent fixture in The Economist and The Baltimore Sun for years. He discusses "the line" that cartoonists walk, and sometimes cross, when engaging their audience via the medium of political cartoons. Kal also addresses the means by which political satire can bring us together in an age of political division. Three Things: 1) Advocate for Affordable Housing (Shout out to HoCo Progress Report) 2) Racial Equity Task Force in Howard County 3) Renaming Schools
We turned our platform over to two powerful leaders in Annapolis - Delegates Vanessa Atterbeary & Stephanie Smith - who share their experiences being women leaders of color. This is part of the #ShareTheMic initiative that is focused on empowering the voices of black women. The chemistry on this show is off the charts. Listen to these amazing women engage in a candid discussion of the challenges facing Maryland and our country.
In this episode, Candace and Tom interview Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski Jr., about his response to the Black Lives Matter movement, the FY2021 budget, and his experiences reopening the county after Governor Larry Hogan deferred that decision to local jurisdictions. Tom also took the opportunity to tell Johnny that he doesn't like the phrase "every vote counts", which includes a reaction you won't want to miss. Three Things: 1) What does #DefundThePolice really mean? 2) Equity in Zoning - the end of single family detached zones 3) Three opportunities for action
In this special edition of the show, Candace and Tom interview six student activists, including some of the organizers of the HoCo for Justice protest in Downtown Columbia. They share their view on current events, thoughts on what it means to act as an "ally", and where they want to see change in Howard County schools and government. This will be the show everyone is talking about for months, if not years, to come.
Candace and Tom interview Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington (CREW) Deputy Director Donald Sherman about his organization's work to ensure more transparent and ethical government. In particular, Donald talks about their FOIA request to Attorney General Barr's office regarding the disbersement of protesters in front of the White House and CREW's recent victory in the 4th Circuit emoluments case. Three Things: 1) HoCo4Justice March 2) 2020 Election Results (Baltimore City Mayor & Howard County Board of Education) 3) Allyship
In this interview with Rev. Leah Daughtry, we discussed the tragic killings and harassment of people of color across this country as well as the opportunity to heal. In the course of that interview, Rev. Daughtry called on the white community to work harder to take on the difficult conversations related to race and racism. Rev. Daughtry also may have signed on a new mentee!
Candace and Tom interview Montgomery County Council-member Andrew Friedson about his fiscal note legislation, equity in governance, and budget priorities. He also discusses the Council's advocacy for the continued allowance of alcohol sales by delivery. Three Things: 1) Memorial Day 2) Howard County Budget and the New Cultural Center 3) How the quarantine saved the US $5 trillion
In this episode, Candace and Tom sit down with Zhubin Parang, producer and writer at The Daily Show with Trevor Noah. He discusses the process of deciding what to cover and whether they consider themselves an appropriate source of "news". Zhubin also discussed his path from a big law firm to one of the most important comedy shows of our generation. Three Things: 1) Reopen Protests 2) Biden's Veepstakes 3) Disparate impact of COVID deaths on people of color
In this interview, Candace and Tom sit down with President Obama's Domestic Policy Advisor and author Cecilia Munoz to discuss her new book "More Than Ready". In this discussion, we hit on the importance of elevating the voices of women and people of color. We also hit on the idea that the progressive movement sometimes masks important discussions about real inclusion and empowerment. Cecilia also has advice for how to moderate among competing egos and personalities. This is not an interview you'll want to miss. Three Things: 1) Baltimore Mayoral Race 2) The need for government to "invest" during difficult economic times 3) Comptroller Franchot's #TakeItOutside campaign
Candace and Tom interview author, philanthropist, and community activist Wes Moore about his new book "Five Days: The Fiery Reckoning of an American City", which was co-authored with Erica L. Green. In this discussion, Wes describes the many manifestations of poverty and inequity, including the uprising of 2015. He talks about how his experience has guided his work and the importance of "proximity" when trying to do the work of social justice. Three Things: 1) Howard County Public School System's PIA reform 2) Save Our Sun 3) Howard County For All's BoE Forum
In this episode, Candace and Tom interview Dan Porterfield, the President & CEO of The Aspen Institute about his career in higher education, his Baltimore roots, and where he believes we should be investing during this time of crisis. He also explains why he sees education as the "essential moral gesture" our society offers to its members and must be protected in times of limited resources. Three Things: 1) Maryland schools close for the year 2) Loosening of restrictions under quarantine 3) Killing of Ahmaud Arbery
In this interview, Candace and Tom talk with housing activist and author Randy Shaw about how progressive jurisdictions across the country are divided over the subject of housing. They discuss his new book, Generation Priced Out, and the generational divide that is exacerbating the high cost of housing. Mr. Shaw also touches on some of the opportunities provided by the COVID-19 crisis to help restaurants thrive and provide more people-centric cities. Three Things: 1) Pulitzer Prize Award Winners 2) Conspiracy and COVID-19 3) The right-wing lawsuit against Governor Hogan
Candace and Tom celebrate their 100th show by welcoming County Executive Calvin Ball back for his fourth appearance. They discuss Howard County's response to COVID-19, the FY2021 Budget, Howard County's new online dashboard, and the importance of every citizen completing the 2020 Census! The County Executive had a surprise up his sleeve for the end, which you won't want to miss! Three Things: 1) The end of Red Maryland 2) Howard County's Commencement Speaker 3) Patriotism of staying home
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