On The Record

<p dir="ltr">More than 20 million Americans are behind on their medical bills. And a survey conducted last year by the group <a href="https://econaction.org/">Economic Action Maryland</a> found that 14 percent of Marylanders have medical debt they cannot repay.</p> <p dir="ltr">That existing debt, and fears of accruing new debt, cause some folks to avoid seeking hospital treatment. </p> <p dir="ltr">But Maryland has laws designed to <em>protect </em>patients and Economic Action Maryland has put out a <a href="https://econaction.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Guide-to-Medical-Debt-FINAL.pdf">guide </a>to inform them of their rights. We speak with the nonprofit's executive director, <strong>Marceline White</strong>.</p> <p dir="ltr">LINKS:<br><a href="https://econaction.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Guide-to-Medical-Debt-FINAL.pdf">Guide to Medical Debt</a></p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p dir="ltr">A reality television show where “Ghost Hunters” meets “Dream Home Makeover” is the setting of Sarah Pinsker’s new book, <a href="https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250330260/hauntsweethome">“Haunt Sweet Home.”</a></p> <p dir="ltr">The title of the book is also the name of the fictional TV show at its center… where the book’s main character, Mara gets a job as an overnight production assistant, making eerie things happen to get reactions from the new homeowners on-camera.</p> <p dir="ltr">And amid all these bespoke haunted houses, it’s not too much of a spoiler to say that more real haunting comes to Mara herself.</p> <p dir="ltr">We talk with <a href="https://sarahpinsker.com/">Sarah Pinsker</a> about the book and more. </p> <p dir="ltr">If you're up for a road trip from Baltimore, Pinsker will be at A Novel Idea book store on <a href="https://sarahpinsker.com/event/5737187/693723975/sarah-pinsker-in-conversation-with-a-c-wise">Wed., Oct. 30, at </a><a href="https://sarahpinsker.com/event/5737187/693723975/sarah-pinsker-in-conversation-with-a-c-wise">6:00pm</a>, in conversation with A.C. Wise. 1726 E Passyunk Ave., Philadelphia, PA.</p> <p> </p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>Here's a Stoop Story from<strong> Sean MacDonald</strong> about paranormal encounters … and the power of believing in things that you cannot see. </p> <p dir="ltr">The next <em>live </em>stoop event is: <a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/event/creating-art-creating-change-stories-about-art-as-a-tool-for-social-justice/">‘Creating Art, Creating Change: Art as a Tool for Healing Communities.’</a> It happens on Thursday, Nov. 14 at 7pm at the American Visionary Art Museum.</p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>The cost of prescription drugs…eligibility for Maryland’s<strong> </strong>health insurance marketplace…coping with consequences of hurricanes. Headlines about health abound. We talk recent health news with WYPR reporter <a href="https://www.wypr.org/people/scott-maucione">Scott Maucione</a>. </p> <p>Links:</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.wypr.org/wypr-news/2024-10-17/abuse-survivors-just-settled-for-880-million-in-la-what-does-that-mean-for-baltimore-archdiocese-victims">Abuse survivors just settled for $880 million in LA, what does that mean for Baltimore Archdiocese victims? | WYPR</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.wypr.org/wypr-news/2024-10-16/maryland-daca-recipients-eligible-for-state-health-coverage-starting-in-november">Maryland DACA recipients eligible for state health coverage starting in November</a></li> <li dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.wypr.org/wypr-news/2024-10-11/maryland-hospitals-urged-to-conserve-iv-fluids-during-shortage">Maryland hospitals urged to conserve IV fluids during shortage | WYPR</a></li> <li dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.wypr.org/wypr-news/2024-10-22/maryland-drug-affordability-board-gets-ok-to-set-upper-payment-limits">Maryland drug affordability board gets OK to set upper payment limits | WYPR</a></li> </ul><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>A <em data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Washington Post</em> investigation revealed understaffing, violence, bullying, and neglect at Maryland’s maximum security psychiatric hospital. Why did problems persist so long? What now? We speak with reporter <strong>Katie Mettler</strong>. </p> <p>Links:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2024/10/16/perkins-mental-hospital-health-secretary-reforms/">After Post report, Md. health secretary says changes coming to mental hospital</a></li> <li dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2024/10/15/perkins-maryland-mental-hospital/">How a ‘climate of chaos’ went unchecked at Maryland’s max-security psych hospital</a></li> <li dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2024/10/09/maryland-workers-moore-hogan/">Maryland state workers push Gov. Moore to spend more on workers, facilities - The Washington Post</a></li> <li dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2024/02/28/clifton-perkins-threats-restraining-order-hearing/?itid=ap_katiemettler">Clifton T. Perkins CEO Scott Moran agrees to 6-month restraining order - The Washington Post</a></li> <li dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2024/02/15/clifton-t-perkins-ceo-threats/">Clifton T. Perkins CEO Scott Moran on leave as staff allege he made threats - The Washington Post</a></li> </ul><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>Gov. Moore claims a strong Baltimore leads to a strong Maryland. Now transportation advocates want him to commit to his word. Nearly 700 million dollars in transit maintenance and repair hangs in the balance … will MTA get what it needs? </p> <p><strong>Brian O'Malley</strong>, president and CEO of <a href="https://cmtalliance.org/">Central Maryland Transportation Alliance</a> sifts through the details of this complicated, ongoing challenge for Baltimore.</p> <p>Links: <a href="https://cmtalliance.org/letter-to-governor-wes-moore-opposing-draft-budget-cuts-to-mta/">CMTA letter</a> to Gov. Wes Moore, transportation <a href="https://www.thebaltimorebanner.com/author/daniel-zawodny/">reporting </a>by Baltimore Banner, Draft Consolidated Transportation Program <a href="https://www.mdot.maryland.gov/OPCP/CTP_2025/FY25_FY30_CTP_Full_Report_Regular_Resolution_for_viewing.pdf">Budget</a>, CMTA <a href="https://cmtalliance.org/our-statement-on-mdots-draft-capital-budget/">response </a>to CTP budget.</p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p dir="ltr">Baltimore is a city full of neighborhoods with distinct personalities -- from quirky to conventional, from historic to … not so historic. Architecturally speaking, there are absolute gems … as well as diamonds in the rough. <a href="https://www.doorsopenbaltimore.org/about/">Doors Open Baltimore</a> offers a daylong opportunity to explore a few of the city’s most interesting buildings.</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong><a href="https://www.archpaper.com/2022/03/daily-digest-lauren-bostic-hill-executive-director-aia-baltimore-construction-hiring-surges/">Lauren Bostic Hill</a>,</strong> Executive Director for The American Institute of Architects, Baltimore Chapter and Baltimore Architecture foundation and <strong><a href="https://www.nakitareed.com/">Nakita Reed</a>,</strong> board president of the Baltimore Architecture Foundation, offer some highlights.</p> <p dir="ltr">Links: <a href="https://www.doorsopenbaltimore.org/about/">Doors Open Baltimore,</a> <a href="https://baltimoreheritage.org/">Baltimore Heritage</a>.</p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>It’s October -- Fall colors are transforming Maryland's landscape! What makes the lush summer greens transform to vibrant yellows, reds and oranges? <strong>Dan Coy</strong>, who heads <a href="https://dnr.maryland.gov/forests/pages/urban-community.aspx">urban and community forestry</a> at the Maryland DNR breaks down the science … and offers tips for leaf peepers this weekend.</p> <p>Links: Maryland DNR fall <a href="https://news.maryland.gov/dnr/tag/fall-foliage/">foliage map</a>, <a href="https://www.visitmaryland.org/article/take-maryland-fall-foliage-trip">Maryland Fall Foliage Trips</a>, Explore Fall <a href="https://www.explorefall.com/states/maryland.html">foliage Maryland map.</a></p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>Here's a Stoop Story from <strong>Deborah Keene</strong>, about a memorable dip in the reservoir.</p> <p>For more information about Stoop Storytelling, including live events and the Stoop Podcast, visit <a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/">Stoopstorytelling.com</a>.</p> <p> </p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p dir="ltr">Hurricanes Helene and Milton battered Florida, North Carolina, and surrounding states this fall. Helene is one of the deadliest storms in recent U.S. history - it killed more than 200 people in the Southeast. </p> <p dir="ltr">What should Marylanders know about staying ready for severe storms? We speak with <strong>J</strong><strong>orge Castillo,</strong> chief spokesperson for the <a href="https://mdem.maryland.gov/Pages/default.aspx">Maryland Department of Emergency Management</a>. </p> <p dir="ltr">Links:<br><a href="https://mdready.maryland.gov/Pages/default.aspx">MD Ready</a><br><a href="https://mdem.maryland.gov/action/Pages/know-your-zone-md.aspx">Know Your Zone</a><br><a href="https://mdem.maryland.gov/Pages/Disaster-Supply-Kit.aspx">Disaster Supply Kit</a><br><a href="https://www.fema.gov/press-release/20240928/how-help-after-hurricane-helene">How to Help After Hurricane Helene | FEMA.gov</a><br><a href="https://www.ready.gov/plan">Make A Plan | Ready.gov</a></p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p dir="ltr">A new book profiles people <em>rejecting</em> pessimism even though they face a progressive, terminal disease: younger-onset, also known as early-onset, Alzheimer’s disease. </p> <p dir="ltr">The book is inspired by three men: Dennis Myers, Jim Hursey, and Mike Razzi. They met at a support group in Hunt Valley. After forming a deep friendship, they dubbed themselves, “The Optimistics.” </p> <p>Writer <a href="https://www.richiefrieman.com/"><strong>Richie Frieman</strong></a> was inspired by their friendship. He interviewed more than seven dozen individuals diagnosed with young-onset dementia and their care partners. The result is Frieman’s new book, “<a href="https://www.richiefrieman.com/?page_id=506">The Optimistics</a>.” </p> <p dir="ltr">On December 3rd, Frieman will speak about his book at the <a href="https://calendar.prattlibrary.org/event/richie-frieman-the-optimistics">Pratt Central Library in Baltimore</a>. </p> <p dir="ltr">In the next few weeks, the <a href="https://www.alz.org/maryland">Greater Maryland Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association</a> is hosting three '<a href="https://act.alz.org/site/SPageServer?pagename=walk_homepage">Walks to End Alzheimer’s</a>': in <a href="https://act.alz.org/site/TR/Walk2024/MD-GreaterMaryland?fr_id=17668&pg=entry">Annapolis</a> this Sunday; in <a href="https://act.alz.org/site/TR/Walk2024/MD-GreaterMaryland?fr_id=17669&pg=entry">Baltimore</a> on October 26th; and in <a href="https://act.alz.org/site/TR/Walk2024/MD-GreaterMaryland?fr_id=17673&pg=entry">Salisbury</a> on November 2nd. </p> <p dir="ltr">Listen to our <a href="https://www.wypr.org/show/on-the-record/2022-11-01/the-optimistics-finding-friendship-after-an-early-onset-alzheimers-diagnosis">2022 interview with the original 'Optimistics.'</a></p> <p>Links:<br><a href="https://yessupport.org/">YES! Young-Onset Dementia Education & Support</a></p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p dir="ltr">Wyoming’s <strong>Liz Cheney</strong> was the highest-ranking Republican woman in the history of the House of Representatives. Now, she’s endorsed Democrat Kamala Harris for president. Why?</p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>Baltimore County’s population has tripled since the 1950s. Will voters decide to add seats to the county council? WYPR's <strong><a href="https://www.wypr.org/people/john-lee">John Lee</a></strong> gives us the run-down on <a href="https://elections.maryland.gov/elections/2024/general_ballots/baltimorecounty.pdf">Baltimore County ballot questions</a>. </p> <p>Links:<br><a href="https://www.wypr.org/wypr-news/2024-10-10/baltimore-county-whats-on-the-ballot">Baltimore County: What’s on the ballot?</a><br><a href="https://www.wypr.org/show/on-the-record/2024-10-07/baltimore-city-ballot-questions-a-breakdown" data-ved="2ahUKEwjqvZOlgY6JAxUUFVkFHaLPC3MQFnoECAwQAQ">Baltimore City ballot questions: A breakdown</a></p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p dir="ltr"><strong> Zoe Bell</strong> shares a <a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/">Stoop story</a> about a tumultuous relationship with a Volkswagen Beetle.</p> <p>The<a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/shows/"> next Stoop show</a> is Tuesday, October 15th at Checkerspot Brewing Company in South Baltimore. The theme is, "<a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/event/see-beyond-stories-about-disrupting-prejudices-and-preconceived-notion/">See Beyond: Stories about disrupting prejudices and preconceived notions.</a>” Proceeds will be donated to the Maryland School for the Blind.</p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p dir="ltr">Wood turtles are native to much of our state, but like many species, their survival is facing multiple challenges. <a href="https://www.susquehannockwildlife.org/">Susquehannock Wildlife Society</a> in Harford County is working with the Maryland Zoo and the state Department of Natural Resources to protect the future of the wood turtle.</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Scott McDaniel, </strong>president of the Susquehannock Wildlife Society, and <strong>John Garrison,</strong> conservation director, explain how radio telemetry helps them find and protect turtle nests. </p> <p dir="ltr">Links:<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CmD866iFtJE">Video: Radio telemetry process</a><br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-5QaF9JP0rI">Video: Wood turtle stomp behavior</a><br><a href="https://www.susquehannockwildlife.org/2022/11/29/wood-turtle-research-recap/">Wood Turtle Research Recap</a></p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>For 140 years Baltimore’s <a href="https://www.fcbmore.org/">Franciscan Center </a>has responded to community needs -- from food and clothing to counseling and dental care. Now they offer <a href="https://www.fcbmore.org/culinary-academy/">Dignity Plates Culinary Training Academy</a>, which gives people skills and confidence that leads to employment and can transform lives. We talk with instructor <strong>Chef April Dubose</strong>, and with cohort 11 students <strong>Detrich Jordan, Shakera Murphy, Harry Lowe, Kimberly Wynn, Linda Hazelwood</strong>, and cohort 6 graduate <strong>Tiffany Jordan</strong>.</p> <p>Links: <a href="https://www.fcbmore.org/">Franciscan Center</a>, Dignity Plates <a href="https://www.fcbmore.org/culinary-academy/">Culinary Training Academy</a>.</p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>A year after the Hamas attack and hostage-taking in Israel, we check in with <a href="https://www.codettabakeshop.com/">Sumayyah Bilal</a> and <a href="https://www.thebaltimorebanner.com/politics-power/national-politics/october-7-israel-gaza-baltimore-friends-CTCUPTPGIRGSBDAZBNSGFF4JCM/">Rebekka Paisner</a>, two friends who create space and dialogue for people of all faiths, especially Muslim and Jewish, to deal with the pain of the war. </p> <p>Their upcoming event, Visions of Peace, happens on Oct. 22 at 7pm, location TBD. Check <a href="https://linktr.ee/saltoftheearthorg?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaZOG9KMrvv7slaCU8XqLI0X-MZ4JWTrMSwPRUponVXGin0f_0hXm7Bsat8_aem_YQ-11YxIVbz8il-zKnreLw">here </a>for updated information.</p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p dir="ltr">Maryland voters will weigh in on a handful of ballot questions next month, some carrying major implications for the Free State’s future. WYPR reporter <a href="https://www.wypr.org/people/emily-hofstaedter">Emily Hofstaedter</a> gives an overview on several that will be of concern especially for Baltimore City residents.</p> <p dir="ltr">Links: <a href="https://elections.maryland.gov/elections/2024/All_Local_Questions_PG24.pdf">Baltimore City, County and State Ballot Questions</a>.</p> <p dir="ltr"><em><strong>Editor's note: </strong>The original airing of this episode had an incorrect reference to a Baltimore City ballot question. The audio has been corrected for accuracy.</em></p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p dir="ltr">Here’s a <a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/">Stoop Story</a> from <strong>Brian Jolles</strong> about a memorable dinner, a thoughtful waiter, and a run-away date.</p> <p dir="ltr">The next Stoop show is Tuesday, October 15th at Checkerspot Brewing Company in Baltimore. The theme is: <a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/event/see-beyond-stories-about-disrupting-prejudices-and-preconceived-notion/">See Beyond: Stories about disrupting prejudices and preconceived notions</a>.” Ticket proceeds will be donated to the Maryland School for the Blind.</p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p dir="ltr">Last night, the International Longshoremen’s Association reached an agreement that extends the union contract until Jan.15 -- raising salaries and giving the two sides 90 days to work out other issues. </p> <p dir="ltr">The deal was struck after three days of a strike that affected getting cargo on and off ships at 14 East Coast and Gulf Coast ports from Maine to Texas. The strike threatened to cause shortages and raise prices -- and for workers, it promised to be especially painful in Baltimore, where longshoremen and others suffered months out of work after the Key Bridge collapsed in March.</p> <p>We speak with <strong><a href="https://www.huffpost.com/author/dave-jamieson">Dave Jamieson</a>, </strong>labor reporter for <a href="https://www.huffpost.com/">HuffPost</a>.<br><br>Links:<br><a href="https://apnews.com/article/longshoremen-strike-ports-dockworkers-agreement-86fac07d1189e11ca4816b2cbf37affb">Dockworkers’ union to suspend strike until Jan. 15 to allow time to negotiate new contract</a><br><a href="https://www.wypr.org/the-baltimore-banner/2024-10-01/dockworkers-strike-at-port-of-baltimore-as-contract-expires">Dockworkers strike at Port of Baltimore as contract expires</a></p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p dir="ltr">Images and video of the January 6th insurrection reveal the role Christian nationalism played in motivating rioters. The crowd storming the U.S. Capitol carried crosses, as well as signs and flags with Christian iconography. </p> <p dir="ltr">A new book takes a deep look at a lesser-known evangelical Christian movement deeply connected to the events of January 6th - the New Apostolic Reformation. </p> <p><a href="https://icjs.org/people/matthew-d-taylor/"><strong>Matthew Taylor</strong></a> is a senior scholar and the Protestant scholar at the<a href="https://icjs.org/"> Institute for Islamic, Christian, and Jewish Studies</a>. His new book is: “<a href="https://icjs.org/the-violent-take-it-by-force/">The Violent Take it by Force: The Christian Movement That Is Threatening Our Democracy</a>.”</p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p dir="ltr">For two decades, <a href="https://www.centrohispanodefrederick.org/">Centro Hispano de Frederick</a> has welcomed the immigrant community in Frederick County.</p> <p dir="ltr">Centro Hispano de Frederick is primarily led by volunteers, and provides services ranging from English classes to legal clinics. It also serves as a friendly space where people from other countries can learn and prosper. </p> <p>We speak with Executive Director <strong>Suzanne Salichs</strong>, and hear from <strong>Evelyn Rodriguez</strong>, a participant in <a href="https://www.centrohispanodefrederick.org/golden-years">Años Dorados</a>, and <strong>Rosalie Piña</strong>, a student in the <a href="https://www.centrohispanodefrederick.org/exito-success-program">Éxito program</a>.</p> <p>This Saturday, Frederick’s <a href="https://www.frederickhispanicheritagefestival.org/">Hispanic Heritage Festival</a> will be held along Carroll Creek in Downtown Frederick from noon to 5 pm.</p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p dir="ltr">Here’s a Stoop Story from <strong>K.C.</strong> about the transformation that can come from learning a family secret. More information about live Stoop events and the Stoop podcast at <a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/">Stoopstorytelling.com</a></p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>We celebrate this weekend’s return of the <a href="https://baltimorebookfestival.com/">Baltimore Book Festival</a> with a talk featuring journalist <a href="https://www.them.us/contributor/nico-lang"><strong>Nico Lang</strong></a> whose book <a href="https://redemmas.org/titles/44527-american-teenager-how-trans-kids-are-surviving-hate-and-finding-joy-in-a-turbulent-era/">“American Teenager: How Trans Kids Are Surviving Hate and Finding Joy in a Turbulent Era"</a> chronicles the lives of trans kids around the country. The author spent nine months following the lives of eight trans, non-binary, and gender-fluid teens - and their families. The book explores some of the complexities of growing up trans.</p> <p>Lang will be speaking at 1pm on Sat. Sept. 28, as part of the Baltimore Book Festival, more <a href="https://baltimorebookfestival.com/full-stage-schedule/">info here</a>.</p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>We speak with <a href="https://www.nicolechifilm.com/"><strong>Nicole Chi</strong></a>, a Costa Rican-Chinese writer, director, and producer. Chi is the creative force behind the documentary, “<a href="https://newnextfilmfest.com/film/guian/">Guián</a>,” and the short film, “<a href="https://newnextfilmfest.com/film/los-mosquitos/">Los Mosquitos</a>.” </p> <p>Both films will be shown next week at the <a href="https://newnextfilmfest.com/">New/Next Film Festival</a>, produced by Baltimore Public Media. More than 80 titles from around the world will be screened at the Charles Theater.</p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>As commissioner of Social Security, <strong>Martin O’Malley</strong> is applying the same data-drive management tools he used as mayor of Baltimore and governor of Maryland. We ask about backlogs and whether Social Security is running out of money.</p> <p>Links:<br><a href="https://www.c-span.org/video/?538307-1/hearing-protecting-solvency-social-security">Hearing on Protecting Solvency of Social Security</a><br><a href="https://www.govexec.com/workforce/2024/06/omalleys-one-year-sprint-save-social-security/397450/">Martin O’Malley is on a one-year sprint to save Social Security</a><br><a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/H.R.-9747-Continuing-Appropriations-and-Extensions-Act-2025-Final-Updated.pdf">Statement of Administrative Policy</a></p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>COVID-19 is no longer a pandemic - the CDC considers it an endemic disease - but COVID is still dangerous, and the disease keeps on changing and spreading.</p> <p>So, how can we best prepare ourselves? For answers, we’re joined by virologist <strong><a href="https://publichealth.jhu.edu/faculty/1972/andrew-stanley-pekosz">Dr. Andy Pekosz</a> </strong>of the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.</p> <p>Yesterday, the Baltimore City Health Department announced it will hold <a href="https://coronavirus.baltimorecity.gov/covid-19-vaccine-information/weekly-schedule-vaccination-clinics">vaccination clinics</a> with the updated COVID-19 vaccine at no cost to the uninsured.</p> <p>Links:<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dl-w-JB7yeg">When Should I Get My COVID/Flu Shot? And Other Queries To Kick off Respiratory Virus Season</a></p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>Here’s a Stoop Story from <strong>Jen Diamond</strong> about emerging from the pandemic.</p> <p>Listen to more from <a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/">Stoop Storytelling Series</a>. Check out the <a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/podcasts/">podcast </a>and schedule of <a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/shows/">upcoming events</a>.</p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>The <a href="https://bsec.21cc.jhu.edu/">Baltimore Social-Environmental Collaborative</a> (BSEC) brings together scientists, researchers and neighbors to take a deep dive into the ecological health of the city. For years they’ve collected data measuring the health of the air, soil, plants and trees across many neighborhoods -- all in hopes to make equitable environmental decisions to combat the effects of climate change.</p> <p>To find out how it's going we talk with <strong>Ben Zaitchik, </strong>chair and professor in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at Johns Hopkins University and BSEC lead scientist and with <strong>Kelly Cross,</strong> president of the <a href="https://oldgoucher.com/">Old Goucher Community Association</a> and chair of BSEC’s Equitable Pathways Steering Committee.</p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>New research from the <a href="https://www.umces.edu/">University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science</a> suggests that songbirds of different feathers flock together during their migrations… and there’s a lot to learn about these multi-species relationships.</p> <p>For insight, we’re joined by migratory ecologist <a href="https://www.umces.edu/joely-desimone"><strong>Joely Desimone</strong></a>, an assistant research scientist at the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science’s <a href="https://www.umces.edu/al">Appalachian Laboratory</a>.</p> <p>Link:<br><a href="https://www.umces.edu/content/migratory-bird-species-found-to-be-socially-oriented">Migratory bird species found to be socially oriented | University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science</a></p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>Here’s a <a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/">Stoop Story</a> from <strong>Kelly Harris</strong> about a memorable trip to Greece.</p> <p>On September 21st and 22nd, the Stoop Storytelling Series will share tales on the theme, “<a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/event/keepers-of-culture-stories-about-people-who-inspire-and-enlighten/">Keepers of Culture: Stories about people who inspire and enlighten</a>,” at the Maryland Folk Festival. </p> <p>And on September 27th, the Green Room in Baltimore will host an evening dedicated to the theme: “<a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/event/neighbors-stories-of-parking-wars-block-parties-and-glass-houses/">Neighbors: Stories of Friends, Foes, and the Fences In Between</a>.”</p> <p>Check out the <a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/podcasts/">Stoop podcast</a>.</p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>Juvenile crime overall has declined. But to change the course of the young people caught up in gun violence -- either as victims or perpetrators -- Thrive Academy surrounds them with support -- life coaches who help them figure things out. We talk with <strong>Pastor Ebony Harvin</strong> and <strong>Bilal Rahman</strong>, two life coaches for Thrive, and with <strong>Secretary Vincent Schiraldi,</strong> the head of the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services. </p> <p>Links: <a href="https://djs.maryland.gov/Pages/default.aspx">Thrive Academy</a>, <a href="https://weourusmovement.org/">We Our Us</a>, Thrive Academy <a href="https://djs.maryland.gov/Documents/publications/Application-The-Thrive-Academy_2023.pdf">Life Coach application.</a> </p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>Three times as many people are dying from opioids as a decade ago. Baltimore City sued on behalf of those lives lost, and to combat overdose deaths in the future: The city has won more than $242 million dollars in restitution so far.</p> <p>We ask Interim Deputy Mayor <strong>J.D. Merrill</strong>, and <strong>Sara Whaley</strong>, Program Director of the <a href="https://www.bloomberg.org/public-health/combating-the-overdose-epidemic/">Bloomberg Overdose Prevention Initiative</a> at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, how it will be spent.</p> <p>Links: Baltimore City <a href="https://health.baltimorecity.gov/substance-use/opioid-restitution-fund">Opioid Restitution Fund</a>, Overview of Mayor Brandon Scott's <a href="https://health.baltimorecity.gov/sites/default/files/BRIEFING%20-%20Executive%20Order%20Opioid%20Settlement%20Funds%208.29.24%20Slide%20Deck_0.pdf">executive order</a>, Restitution Advisory Board <a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=JrEsMa7Gwk-ADTGOZ5zmxynKEa55oxlLtDhUisFKbFlUQVNLQVowVzQzMFVTNFpIVEJZTzVVN1hJMC4u">Application</a>, <a href="mailto:[email protected]">Comments or Questions</a>, <a href="https://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/departments/health/health-services/substance-use">988 substance abuse help</a>.</p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>Here's a <a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/">Stoop Story</a> from <strong>Michael Furr</strong> about bottoming out -- and living to tell about it.</p> <p>If you, or someone you know needs help with substance abuse, you can call the 9-8-8 lifeline 24 hours a day, 7 days a week or <a href="https://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/departments/health/health-services/substance-use">go to this link</a>.</p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>Administering elections has always been important. The stakes are high to get it right. For decades, the high stakes mostly weren’t linked to high tension. But these days, as so many Americans insist the 2020 presidential election was stolen, election workers in some battleground states face threats and harassment. </p> <p>We speak with <strong>Jared DeMarinis, </strong><a href="https://elections.maryland.gov/">Maryland state administrator of elections</a>, about election security and combatting mis- and disinformation.</p> <p>The deadline to register to vote online or by mail is about six weeks away: Oct. 15. Early voting is set for the last week in October, Oct. 24 through 31. Election day is Nov. 5.</p> <p>Links:<br><a href="https://elections.maryland.gov/voting/election_day_questions.html">Rules and Information for Voters</a><br><a href="https://elections.maryland.gov/press_room/Dis-Misinformation.html">Reporting Dis/Misinformation</a><br><a href="https://elections.maryland.gov/get_involved/election_judges_form.html">Election Judges Form</a></p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>Behind the Silent Generation, the Baby Boomers, Gen X, and the Millenials are the Zoomers: the 70 million Americans who make up Generation Z.</p> <p>This group includes the country's youngest voters. A new book, titled, “The Politics of Gen Z: How the Youngest Voters Will Shape Our Democracy,” takes a close look at their political motivations and ambitions. </p> <p>Author <a href="https://www.melissadeckman.com/"><strong>Melissa Deckman</strong></a> is the chief executive officer of <a href="https://www.prri.org/">PRRI</a>, the Public Religion Research Institute.</p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>When there are dozens of ways that youth can be led astray, seduced by social media or maybe more dangerous fascinations, how do you capture their minds and hearts?</p> <p><a href="https://www.beatsnotbullets.com/">‘Beats Not Bullets’</a> teaches middle- and high-school students skills in the music recording industry as a way to keep them focused on positive activities and lead them toward healthy life choices. <strong><a href="https://linktr.ee/mcbravado">Rich Croce</a> </strong>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lackeyonthemix"><strong>Brandon Lackey</strong></a>, who help run the program, explain how it works.</p> <p>Links: <a href="https://www.beatsnotbullets.com/">Beats Not Bullets</a>, BNB <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeoi8rKPzOH87WTbC-rf48FMszaDzTRm3CwP2ujistC461i4Q/viewform">Application form</a>, MC Bravado <a href="https://mcbravado.com/">music</a>, <a href="https://lineuproom.com/">The LineUp Room</a>, <a href="https://lineuproom.com/labelnecklace">Label Necklace,</a> record label, music video <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EH7C2-CuIt4">'Belief'</a>.</p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Here’s a Stoop Story from Natasha Tylea about putting in the work … honing her craft … and owning it -- no matter who is in the room. Find more information about Stoop Storytelling, including the Stoop podcast, Stoop Specials and Stoop live events at <a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/">Stoopstorytelling.com</a>.</p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">For a group of Baltimore middle and high school students, squash is more than a vegetable! They participate in <a href="https://baltimoresquashwise.org/">SquashWise</a>. The non-profit melds the fast-paced game with personal development and academic excellence. We hear from <strong>Abby Markoe</strong>, co-founder and executive director, and visit the courts to hear from some of the coaches and students.</p> <p>Links: Community SquashWise <a href="https://baltimoresquashwise.org/programs/community-squash/">sign up</a>, Squash with Your Squad <a href="https://baltimoresquashwise.org/get-involved/squash-with-your-squad/">sign up</a>, <a href="https://baltimoresquashwise.org/greyhound-project/">Greyhound project</a>, <a href="https://baltimoresquashwise.org/programs/youth-development-program/">Youth Develop Programs.</a></p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>Here's a Stoop Story from retired Baltimore City Circuit Court Judge <strong>Pamela White</strong> about holding her own as a young lawyer, and taking one for the team.</p> <p>There are two LIVE stoop storytelling events coming up: ‘<a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/event/keepers-of-culture-stories-about-people-who-inspire-and-enlighten/">Keepers of Culture</a>: Stories About People Who Inspire and Enlighten’ will be part of the Maryland Folk Festival in Salisbury next month: Saturday, September 21 and Sunday, September 22.</p> <p>And on Friday Sept. 27 the theme is: ‘<a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/event/neighbors-stories-of-parking-wars-block-parties-and-glass-houses/">Neighbors: Stories of Friends, Foes, and the Fences In Between’</a>.</p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>Laura Lippman's <a href="https://www.thebaltimorebanner.com/opinion/column/laura-lippman-lady-in-the-lake-apple-tv-7VFCWT4RDVEOVCHSUEXGOQYBOI/">novel </a>and the <a href="https://tv.apple.com/us/show/lady-in-the-lake/umc.cmc.2j4grqjj59olekp9vdrmjtodq">Apple TV series</a> 'Lady in the Lake’ fictionalized the real stories of two tragic deaths in 1969 Baltimore. How their stories were told hinged on which media outlet told them. Baltimore’s <em>Afro News </em>publisher, <a href="https://afro.com/were-still-here-black-firsts-from-a-z/frances-toni-draper-ceo-and-president-afro-american-newspapers/"><strong>Dr. Frances 'Toni' Draper</strong></a>, lived through the coverage; she reflects on how reporting on Black communities has changed -- and how it hasn’t. </p> <p>Links: AFRO <a href="https://afro.com/archives/">archival images</a>, AFRO recent reporting on <a href="https://afro.com/afro-american-newspapers-shirley-parker/">Shirley Parker's story.</a></p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Across the state, the <a href="https://blueprint.marylandpublicschools.org/">Blueprint for Maryland’s Future</a> is <a href="https://health.maryland.gov/mchrc/Pages/Maryland-Consortium-on-Consolidated-Community-Supports.aspx">funding 129 grants totaling $111 million dollars</a> aimed at supporting hundreds of thousands of students with behavioral health screenings, addiction treatment, counseling, family support, wraparound services, and more.</p> <p>This morning, we’ll learn about two of the grants in Howard County public schools. First, <a href="https://c8sciences.com/about/founder/"><strong>Dr. Bruce Wexler</strong></a> is the neuroscientist behind "<a href="https://www.brainfutures.org/activate-2/">Activate</a>," an approach that helps kids improve focus, self-control, and working memory using a mix of online games and physical exercises. Activate is backed by <a href="https://www.brainfutures.org/">BrainFutures</a>, a nonprofit subsidiary of the <a href="https://www.mhamd.org/">Mental Health Association of Maryland</a>. </p> <p>Then, <a href="https://hellobackpack.com/">Backpack Healthcare</a> is a pediatric mental health company that provides virtual therapy and treatment sessions. We speak with Chief Clinical Officer <a href="https://hellobackpack.com/specialists/jenny-ryan/"><strong>Jenny Ryan</strong></a> about the needs of children and families. </p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>Here’s a <a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/">Stoop Story</a> from <strong>Lou Smith</strong>, who talked about his passion for teaching at event co-hosted by the Maryland School for the Blind.</p> <p>The next Stoop show is tonight at 7 pm at Manor Mill. The theme is, “<a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/event/rose-colored-glasses-stories-of-summertime-nostalgia/">Rose Colored Glasses: Stories of Summertime Nostalgia</a>.” </p> <p>Check out the <a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/podcasts/">Stoop podcast</a>.</p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>A wheelchair or high-tech communications device can cost thousands -- often not covered by insurance. Maryland Equips is an innovative state project that accepts and distributes medical equipment for free. </p> <p>We speak with <strong>Lori Berrong, </strong>executive director of the Assistive Technology Program within the Maryland Department of Disabilities, and clients <strong>Justin Hack</strong> and <strong>Sarah Starr</strong>.</p> <p>Links:<br><a href="https://aging.maryland.gov/Pages/MarylandEquips.aspx">Maryland Equips</a><br><a href="https://aging.maryland.gov/pages/DME.aspx">Maryland Durable Medical Equipment Re-Use</a><br><a href="https://doit.maryland.gov/mdrelay/Pages/equipment.aspx">Maryland Accessible Telecommunications</a></p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>Thirteen thousand abandoned buildings and even more vacant lots blemish Baltimore City. We talk with <strong>Sean Closkey</strong>, president of <a href="https://rebuildmetro.com/about-us/">ReBUILD Metro</a>. The nonprofit has transformed more than 500 abandoned buildings and lots in East Baltimore, all led by <a href="https://rebuildmetro.com/programs/whole-blocks-toolkit/">neighbor input</a>.</p> <p>And <a href="https://onyxdevelopment.net/">Onyx Development’s</a> <strong>Rian Hargrave</strong> believes access to quality homes in safe neighborhoods is a human right. She tells us how she's working to make it reality for more people in Baltimore City.</p> <p>Links: <a href="https://rebuildmetro.com/programs/whole-blocks-toolkit/">ReBUILD Metro planning</a>, <a href="https://onyxdevelopment.net/">Onyx Development</a>, <a href="https://dhcd.baltimorecity.gov/vacant-property-resources-and-information-page">Baltimore City Vacants Property Reduction Strategy</a>, a plan to eradicate vacants within 15 years.</p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>What happens when an up-and-coming Philadelphia architect moves home to Ellicott City -- to take a job as a baker? Which lets her care for her frail mother, but doesn’t do much for her love life ...? We ask author<strong> <a href="https://michelleparisauthor.com/">Michelle Paris</a> </strong>about her latest book, "<a href="https://www.theivybookshop.com/book/?ean=9781627205115">Eat Dessert First</a>."</p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Today we offer TWO Stoop stories: One from <strong>Christine Harazim </strong>about embracing every inch of who you are! And one from <strong>Katie Hileman</strong> about the power that comes with being comfortable in your own skin.</p> <p>This Sunday Aug. 11 you can tune into the <strong>Summer Escapades Stoop Special</strong> at 4pm and 11pm on WYPR 88.1fm or at wypr.org</p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>It will take years to untangle the many ways in which the pandemic affected life in Baltimore. From employment opportunities and educational choices to decisions about whether to buy a house or have a baby-- the only way to understand COVID’s consequences is to look at the data. </p> <p>We speak with <strong>Amanda Phillips de Lucas</strong>, who directs the <a href="https://bniajfi.org/">Baltimore Neighborhood Indicators Alliance,</a> part of the University of Baltimore's Jacob France Institute.</p> <p>Each year, BNIA publishes its Vital Signs report, which brings together more than 100 indicators - like household size or unemployment rate - to create a snapshot of the quality of life in Baltimore’s neighborhoods. The Vital Signs reports are retrospective; this year’s report looks at the health of Baltimore communities in 2022.</p> <p>Links:<br><a href="https://bniajfi.org/homepage/fullreport/">Vital Signs 22</a><br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QF80WR4IzwE&t=1499s">State of the Neighborhoods - Vital Signs 22</a></p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>Here’s a <a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/">Stoop Story</a> from<strong> Kelly Meekins </strong>about getting stranded with her family.</p> <p>The next Stoop show is two weeks from tonight: August 16th at Manor Mill in Monkton. The theme is “<a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/event/rose-colored-glasses-stories-of-summertime-nostalgia/">Rose Colored Glasses: Stories of Summertime Nostalgia</a>.” Check out the <a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/podcasts/">Stoop podcast</a>.</p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>

<p>Fourteen Marylanders have died of heat-related causes this year. As climate change drives up the intensity and duration of heat waves, what can public officials do? Hopkins epidemiologist <strong><a href="https://publichealth.jhu.edu/faculty/4342/jaime-madrigano">Jaime Madrigano</a> </strong>offers insight and solutions.<br><br>Links:<br><a href="https://health.maryland.gov/preparedness/Pages/Reports_Heat.aspx">Maryland Department of Health Office of Preparedness and Response<em aria-hidden="true"></em></a><br><a href="https://johnshopkinssph.libsyn.com/579-how-to-be-a-climate-change-advocate-making-sure-public-health-is-part-of-the-climate-change-equation">579 - How to Be a Climate Change Advocate: Making Sure Public Health is Part of the Climate Change Equation</a><br><a href="https://www.epa.gov/climate-indicators/climate-change-indicators-heat-waves">Climate Change Indicators: Heat Waves | US EPA</a><br><br></p><p>Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472</p>