On The Record

<p>It’s been seven weeks since the Port of Baltimore reopened. </p> <p>More than 50,000 tons of debris blocked the shipping channel after the cargo ship Dali collided with the Key Bridge on March 26th. Six construction workers died in the bridge’s collapse. </p> <p>Where is cargo volume today? Has the port been able to retain customers?</p> <p>We ask <strong>Jonathan Daniels</strong>, executive director of the <a href="https://mpa.maryland.gov/Pages/default.aspx">Maryland Port Administration</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>Completed in 1977, the Francis Scott Key Bridge was an iconic fixture in Baltimore’s horizon. Its collapse at 1:28 a.m. March 26th took the lives of six maintenance-crew workers and tore apart a vital link connecting the region.</p> <p>What will the bridge’s replacement look like?</p> <p><a href="https://www.baltimoresun.com/author/hayes-gardner/"><strong>Hayes Gardner</strong></a> is an enterprise reporter for <em>The Baltimore Sun.</em> He’s been covering the Key Bridge collapse and clean-up and the plans to rebuild.</p> <p>Links:<br><a href="https://www.baltimoresun.com/2024/07/25/new-key-bridge-expected-to-be-24-taller-than-predecessor-with-230-feet-of-vertical-clearance/">New Key Bridge expected to be 24% taller than predecessor, with 230 feet of vertical clearance</a><br><a href="https://www.baltimoresun.com/2024/07/25/in-wake-of-key-bridge-collapse-maryland-explores-pier-protection-for-bay-bridge-initial-budget-145-million/">In wake of Key Bridge collapse, Maryland explores pier protection for Bay Bridge; initial budget is $145M</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 many, the memorable element of the singing group <a href="https://www.themamasandthepapasofficial.com/">The Mamas and the Papas</a><em> </em>was <strong><a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=cass+elliot+make+your+own+kind+of+music&sca_esv=f1620cbea5ce6b40&sca_upv=1&rlz=1C1CHBF_enUS1012US1012&sxsrf=ADLYWILHAgKRYvpcqw5i2i245XX9ldHkZQ%3A1721937599887&ei=v66iZpLPNY7Ip84Py-nQqA8&ved=0ahUKEwjSqt23_cKHAxUO5MkDHcs0FPUQ4dUDCA8&uact=5&oq=cass+elliot+make+your+own+kind+of+music&gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiJ2Nhc3MgZWxsaW90IG1ha2UgeW91ciBvd24ga2luZCBvZiBtdXNpYzILEC4YgAQYkQIYigUyCxAAGIAEGJECGIoFMgUQABiABDIFEAAYgAQyBRAAGIAEMgUQABiABDILEAAYgAQYkQIYigUyBRAAGIAEMgsQABiABBiGAxiKBTILEAAYgAQYhgMYigUyLBAuGIAEGJECGIoFGJcFGNwEGN4EGOAEGPQDGPEDGPUDGPYDGPcDGPgD2AEBSJMmUJcIWIwlcAJ4AZABAJgB-wOgAaIfqgEMMC4xOS4xLjEuMS4xuAEDyAEA-AEBmAIZoAK9IcICChAAGLADGNYEGEfCAgUQLhiABMICGhAuGIAEGJECGIoFGJcFGNwEGN4EGN8E2AEBwgIIEAAYgAQYogTCAiwQLhiABBiRAhiKBRiXBRjcBBjeBBjgBBj0AxjxAxj1Axj2Axj3Axj4A9gBAZgDAIgGAZAGCLoGBggBEAEYFJIHCjIuMTkuMS4xLjKgB73kAw&sclient=gws-wiz-serp#fpstate=ive&vld=cid:9d142826,vid:PEQxEJ5_5zA,st:0">Cass Elliot’s</a> </strong>clear contralto. Cass Elliot was born Ellen Naomi Cohen in Baltimore in 1941, attended Forest Park High School in Northwest Baltimore, and left high school six weeks before graduation to find her show business fortune in New York. She was 32 when she died of a heart attack in London after a brilliant run at the Palladium in late July 1974.</p> <p>Her daughter, <strong>Owen Elliot-Kugell</strong>, was 7 years old when her mother died, and has just published a memoir, <a href="https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/owen-elliot-kugell/my-mama-cass/9780306830648/">"My Mama, Cass</a><em><a href="https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/owen-elliot-kugell/my-mama-cass/9780306830648/">."</a> </em>We talk with her about it.</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>Susan Kim</strong> about surviving childhood embarrassment … and living to tell about it! Find more information about the Stoop Storytelling Series - including live events coming soon, 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>On Sunday, President Biden ended his bid for reelection with just over 100 days until Election Day. His endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris is historic; she is the first Black woman and Asian-American person to lead a major party ticket. </p> <p>What does this decision mean for President Biden's legacy and the remainder of his term? What do Democrats and Republicans need to do to cement voters' support by November 5th? </p> <p>We speak with <a href="https://www.usatoday.com/staff/2646358001/susan-page/"><strong>Susan Page</strong></a>, the Washington Bureau chief of<em> <a href="https://www.usatoday.com/">USA TODAY</a></em>. She's covered a dozen presidential campaigns and seven White House administrations. She joins us from Fenwick Island, Delaware. </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>Vice President Kamala Harris is the Democratic party’s likely nominee for president. We speak with <strong>Natasha Murphy </strong>Chief of Staff for Black Girls Vote, a nonpartisan nonprofit focused on outreach to young Black women. She talks about the wave of renewed momentum by young voters, and some of the concerns Black women have for the potential campaigning ahead.</p> <p>Links: <a href="https://blackgirlsvote.com/">Black Girls Vote</a>, <a href="https://www.baltimorevotes.org/">Baltimore Votes</a>, <a href="https://voterservices.elections.maryland.gov/OnlineVoterRegistration/InstructionsStep1">Maryland voter registration info</a>, Our Time is Now BGV event on 7.24.24, 9 p.m. <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_YrqUJIBLQ0qi77QfVRDt-Q#/registration">register 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>Do you ever wonder about who produced the food you enjoy each day? <strong>Lindsey Jacobs, </strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100076341638288">Ms. Agvocate USA</a>, wants the public to better understand the farmer to table connection. We learn more in a visit to her Church View Farm.</p> <p>Links: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/2024.national.ms.agvocate/?locale=ru&hl=am-et">Ms. Agvocate USA</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ChurchViewFarm/">Church View Farm</a>, <a href="https://thebaynet.com/mpt-series-maryland-farm-harvest-debuts-cow-week-july-21-28/">Cow Week on Maryland Public TV.</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>Geoffrey</strong><strong> Danek, </strong>about the bond that can grow between man and beast.</p> <p>Find more information about the Stoop Storytelling Series -- including live events happening soon, 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>It’s hard to know where to turn for financial advice, and recent changes and challenges to federal student loan forgiveness and repayment programs have added another layer of complexity. </p> <p>We speak with <strong>Tisa</strong> <strong>Silver Canady</strong>, founder of the <a href="https://www.mccfw.org/">Maryland Center for Collegiate Financial Wellness</a>. The MCCFW is holding a virtual symposium on July 23rd. Registration information <a href="https://www.mccfw.org/2024-symposium">here</a>.</p> <p>Links:<br><a href="https://studentaid.gov/">Federal Student Aid</a><br><a href="https://www.mccfw.org/kmol">Know More Owe Less</a><br><a href="https://www.mccfw.org/officehours">MCCFW Office Hours</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>Getting students ready for college or a career is one of five pillars of the <a href="https://blueprint.marylandpublicschools.org/">Blueprint for Maryland’s Future</a>, the ambitious, expensive ten-year project to make the Free State’s public schools as good as any in the world.</p> <p>We get a progress report from chancellor emeritus of the University System of Maryland <strong>William ‘Brit’ Kirwan</strong>. He led the effort that created the Blueprint and serves as vice chair of its <a href="https://aib.maryland.gov/pages/default.aspx">Accountability and Implementation Board</a>.</p> <p>Links:<br><a href="https://blueprint.marylandpublicschools.org/ccr/">Blueprint Pillar 3: College and Career Readiness</a><br><a href="https://aib.maryland.gov/Pages/3collegeandcareers.aspx">AIB Pillar 3: College and Career Readiness</a><br><a href="https://www.baltimoresun.com/2024/04/30/maryland-school-board-limits-dual-enrollment/">Maryland State Board of Education limits dual enrollment courses</a><br><a href="https://marylandmatters.org/2024/06/03/blueprint-blues-local-leaders-cite-school-reform-plans-progress-problems/">Blueprint blues: Local leaders cite school reform plan’s progress, problems - Maryland Matters</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>Jay Herzog</strong> about surviving the hazards of theater … and still having the career to tell about it!</p> <p>Visit <a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/">Stoop Storytelling.com</a> for information, including live events and the Stoop podcast.</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 two decades ArtsCentric has offered their theater audiences storytelling through an African American lens. “The Scottsboro Boys” is their latest: a tumultuous tale of nine Black teens falsely accused of a heinous crime -- told through the power of music. We get a preview from artistic director and director, <strong>Kevin McAllister</strong> and <strong>Angelo Harrington II</strong>, who is featured in a leading role as Haywood Patterson.</p> <p>Links: The Scottsboro Boys at <a href="https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=231455">ArtsCentric</a>, The Scottsboro Boys <a href="https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/stories/scottsboro-boys">history</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>Making sure every Maryland school teaches reading with a science-backed approach. Holding schools accountable for test scores. Improving transparency. Maryland’s new state superintendent of schools, has big plans to support local school districts. We ask<strong> <a href="https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/OS/wright.aspx">Dr. Carey Wright</a> </strong>about her vision for educational progress.<br><br>Links:<br><a href="https://www.wypr.org/wypr-news/2024-07-01/maryland-state-schools-superintendent-carey-wright-starts-full-four-year-term">Maryland state schools superintendent Carey Wright starts full four-year term</a><br><a href="https://www.governing.com/magazine/education-miracle-worker-seeks-success-in-a-second-state">Education 'Miracle' Worker Seeks Success in a Second State</a><br><a href="https://marylandmatters.org/2024/06/03/blueprint-blues-local-leaders-cite-school-reform-plans-progress-problems/">Blueprint blues: Local leaders cite school reform plan’s progress, problems</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><strong>Catharine Deitch</strong> shares a <a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/">Stoop story</a> about her service in World War II as a Women's Army Auxiliary Corps member. </p> <p>The next Stoop show is July 18th, with<a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/event/mistaken-identity-stories-about-disguises-spy-games-and-mix-ups/"> stories of<strong> </strong>mistaken identity </a>at the Green Room in Baltimore. Check out the <a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/podcasts/">Stoop Storytelling Series podcast</a> for more true tales.</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>In her latest historical novel, "The Last Twelve Miles," Annapolis author <a href="http://www.erikarobuck.com/"><strong>Erika Robuck</strong></a> reaches back a hundred years to Prohibition, and traces the struggle between two determined women: a federal codebreaker and the smuggler she aimed to catch.</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 <em>fear </em>of falling can sap a person’s ability to stave off a fall. We talk to <a href="https://www.medschool.umaryland.edu/profiles/westlake-kelly/"><strong>Dr. Kelly Westlake</strong></a> from the <a href="https://www.medschool.umaryland.edu/peppercenter/">Claude D. Pepper Center</a> at the University of Maryland School of Medicine who is testing how to reduce the fear. And to <a href="https://www.medschool.umaryland.edu/profiles/falvey-jason/"><strong>Dr. Jason Falvey</strong></a>, director of the Center for Disability Justice, whose research probes the inequities of rehabilitation and how to improve rehab access and support.</p> <p>If you'd like to participate in the Claude D. Pepper Center's research, visit this <a href="http://www.medschool.umaryland.edu/peppercenter/For-the-Community/Participation-Information/">link</a> or contact Kathy Simpson at 410-605-7179 or <a href="mailto:[email protected]" data-linkindex="2">Kathleen.</a><a href="mailto:[email protected]" data-linkindex="2">Simpson</a><a href="mailto:[email protected]" data-linkindex="2">@va.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>If you’re banged up in a car crash somewhere in the Free State or if you’re shot on the street, chances are you’ll be transported quickly -- maybe by helicopter -- to the <a href="https://www.umms.org/ummc/health-services/shock-trauma?utm_source=local-listing&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=website-link">R Adams Cowley Shock-Trauma Center at the University of Maryland</a>. The sixty-five hundred badly injured patients admitted there each year get the highest level of trauma care in the U.S.</p> <p>But even though it’s the heart of Maryland’s exceptional Emergency Medical Services, the Shock-Trauma center has struggled for money.</p> <p>That changed this week. We talk with Shock-Trauma’s top doctor, <strong>Dr. Thomas Scalea</strong>, about how the center's funding situation has improved dramatically.</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>Jenn Silverman</strong> about using data to your benefit AND how to maximize exposure to all of the great meals on offer in Charm City.</p> <p>The next live Stoop event takes place in less than three weeks! On Thursday, July 18 -- with the theme <a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/event/mistaken-identity-stories-about-disguises-spy-games-and-mix-ups/">“Mistaken Identity: Stories about Disguises, Spy Games, and Mix-ups!”</a> Musical guests ‘The Bayberries’ will start at 7:00 pm; the storytellers start spinning their tales at 7:30. It all happens in the Green Room at the Bluebird in Hampden.</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 []">Data is power. And it takes skill to use data effectively and equitably. Bloomberg Philanthropies’ ‘<a href="https://bloombergcities.jhu.edu/program/data-alliance">City Data Alliance’</a> has trained hundreds of municipal leaders in capturing, sharing and using data. Some are in Baltimore now -- What are they learning and why?</p> <p data-pm-slice="1 1 []"><strong>James Anderson</strong>, head of Government Innovation programming, talks us through the process</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 pharmaceutical company <a href="https://mayor.baltimorecity.gov/news/press-releases/2024-06-10-city-baltimore-strikes-45-million-deal-allergan-resolve-ongoing">Allergan will pay the city of Baltimore $45 million dollars</a> to resolve claims surrounding Allergan’s role in the nationwide opioid crisis. The settlement - announced earlier this month - will be paid out in the next two weeks, while litigation continues against other opioid manufacturers. </p> <p>$5 million of the settlement will be directed to the nonprofit <a href="https://www.charmcitycareconnection.org/">Charm City Care Connection</a>, which conducts outreach and provides services to people who use drugs. </p> <p>We talk about the organization’s mission with Community Engagement Manager <strong>Bakari Atiba.</strong></p> <p>Charm City Care Connection's <a href="https://www.charmcitycareconnection.org/services">drop-in center</a> is located at 1214 N Wolfe St. It is open Monday through Thursday from 9am-4pm. Call 443-478-3015 to verify availability of services.</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 href="https://www.thebaltimorebanner.com/community/public-health/baltimore-opioid-overdose-capital-ZWBYWMCJ45CGNPCGAMFOE6YDGI/">Baltimore is the overdose capital of the United States</a>, according to detailed reporting by the <a href="https://www.thebaltimorebanner.com/">Baltimore Banner</a> and <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/">New York Times</a>. </p> <p>The death rate from 2018 to 2022 was nearly double that of any other large city in the country. Black men in their mid-50s to early 70s account for nearly one of out every three drug fatalities. </p> <p>We speak with <strong>Alissa Zhu, </strong>a Baltimore Banner reporter and a New York Times Local Investigations fellow, and <strong>Nick Thieme, </strong>a data journalist for the Baltimore Banner.</p> <p>Links:<br><a href="https://www.thebaltimorebanner.com/community/public-health/baltimore-overdose-deaths-black-men-6C4CEZLIZVAYPAEU3PUSBDXMDE/">A horrific number of older Black men are dying from overdoses in Baltimore</a><br><a href="https://www.thebaltimorebanner.com/data/baltimore-overdose-epidemic-map-7FSHJD7RW5DRXG7BAKARODKMC4/">An unprecedented epidemic: This is where people die of overdoses in Baltimore</a><br><a href="https://www.thebaltimorebanner.com/politics-power/local-government/four-council-hearings-city-overdose-crisis-E3MK2GYJWJDE5PGFOD3BLCEURA/">Council will hold four hearings examining city’s response to overdoses</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 summer! Temps are high, school is out, pools are open, grills are stoked -- and the earth’s tilt is in place. What does ‘summer solstice’ mean, and is it really the longest day of the year? We ask <a href="https://kellylepo.com/"><strong>Kelly Lepo</strong></a>, of Baltimore's <a href="https://www.stsci.edu/home">Space Telescope Science Institute</a> to break it down for us.</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>Joe Wall</strong> about memories of summer camp and learning the truth about what lurks in the woods. </p> <p>This Sunday, June 23 at 4 pm and 11pm we have a special hour of <a href="https://www.wypr.org/podcast/the-stoop-storytelling-series">Stoop Storytelling</a>. The theme is: ‘Turn It All the Way Up! Stories of LGBTQ Pride!’</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>Two years ago, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the federal right to abortion. Even prior to the Dobbs decision, access was a challenge for abortion seekers.</p> <p><a href="https://www.guttmacher.org/">The Guttmacher Institute</a>, a research organization that supports abortion rights, reports that the proportion of patients traveling out-of-state to obtain an abortion doubled from 2020 to 2023. Nearly one in five patients cross state lines to obtain an abortion.</p> <p>How do things look on the ground in Maryland, a state with express protections for abortion? We speak with <strong>Lynn McCann-Yeh</strong>, co-executive director of the <a href="https://www.baltimoreabortionfund.org/">Baltimore Abortion Fund</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 been two years since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade and declared that the Constitution does not grant a right to abortion. </p> <p>Meanwhile, Maryland voters will have a chance in November to enshrine abortion rights through an amendment to the state constitution. And a new statewide program will train more health care professionals to provide abortion care.</p> <p>The $10.6 million state-funded Abortion Care Clinical Training Program will be administered by the <a href="https://www.medschool.umaryland.edu/">University of Maryland School of Medicine</a> and the <a href="https://www.umaryland.edu/">University of Maryland, Baltimore</a>.</p> <p><strong>Dr. Jessica Lee</strong> is an associate professor of obstetrics, gynecology and reproductive sciences in the school of medicine and co-principal investigator of the training program.</p> <p><strong>Mary Jo Bondy</strong>, a certified physician assistant, directs UMB's Doctor of Medical Science program and is interim associate dean for the graduate school. Bondy is co-principal investigator of the training program. </p> <p>Links:</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=pglwcd4gGkaIlAMSo5XKyQ1GVA7No_ZDup4KcTbvFbJUQVlNSlI2RURYNFdNM0dBMFhCRkYxTTFVUi4u"><strong>M</strong>aryland <strong>A</strong>bortion and <strong>R</strong>eproductive <strong>C</strong>linical <strong>H</strong>ealth (MARCH) Interest Form</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.medschool.umaryland.edu/news/2024/umsom-and-umb-faculty-receive-106-million-in-state-funding-for-abortion-clinical-care-training-program.html">UMSOM and UMB Faculty Receive $10.6 Million in State Funding for Abortion Clinical Care Training Program</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>June 19th is World Sickle Cell Awareness Day. This painful rare disease affects an estimated 100,000 people in the United States. It’s more prevalent among people of African ancestry. About 1 in 13 Black or African American babies are born with sickle cell trait, which could be passed to their children. </p> <p>What promise do new cell-based gene therapies hold?</p> <p>We speak with <strong>Cimone Vaughan</strong>, a 12-year-old living with sickle cell disease, and her mother, <strong>Nikia Vaughan</strong>, executive director of the <a href="https://marylandsicklecelldisease.org/">Maryland Sickle Cell Disease Association</a>.</p> <p>Then, <a href="https://doctors.lifebridgehealth.org/provider/Jason+Fixler/2515642"><strong>Dr. Jason Fixler</strong></a>, a doctor of pediatric hematology oncology at Lifebridge Health breaks down misconceptions about the disease. </p> <p>Links:<br><a href="https://www.cdc.gov/sickle-cell/about/index.html">CDC Sickle Cell Disease</a><br><a href="https://wepsicklecell.org/sinerge/#1516273870965-6aa7d499-0666">Sickle Cell Improvement in the Northeast Region through education project</a><br><a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/science/2023/12/08/fda-approves-sickle-cell-gene-therapies-crispr/">FDA approves two sickle cell therapies, including first CRISPR medicine</a><br><a href="https://www.wypr.org/wypr-news/2024-05-13/baltimore-is-a-city-heavily-impacted-by-sickle-cell-disease-as-awareness-day-approaches">Baltimore is a city heavily impacted by Sickle Cell Disease as awareness day approaches</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>Mike Bainum</strong> about the dramatic birth of his first daughter. </p> <p>Check out the <a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/">Stoop Storytelling Series</a> archive.</p> <p>The next Stoop show is June 27th at 7:30 pm at the Creative Alliance in Baltimore. The theme is, "<a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/event/b-more-proud-queer-tales-of-charm-city/">B-More Proud: Queer Tales of Charm City</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 new <a href="https://www.amtrak.com/about-amtrak/fdtunnel/fdtunnel-community-outreach.html">Amtrak tunnel</a> has been in development for years. But residents of West Baltimore feel their concerns are being ignored as the project picks up speed. <strong>Amy Petkovsek</strong>, head of the <a href="https://communitylaw.org/">Community Law Center</a> lays out their demands. Plus, we hear from <strong>Angel St. Jean</strong>, a Reservoir Hill resident and Amtrak assistant vice president and engineer <strong>Luigi Rosa</strong> and senior community engagement director, <strong>Danelle Hunter</strong>. </p> <p>Link: Amtrak's Frederick Douglass Tunnel <a href="https://www.amtrak.com/about-amtrak/fdtunnel/fdtunnel-community-outreach.html">plans and community meeting records.</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>In celebration of African American Music Appreciation Month and Juneteenth, we get previews of two events that highlight the work from some of the musicians, singers and composers who have made an enormous impact on the nation’s arts and culture. </p> <p>Soprano <strong><a href="https://www.alexandriacrichlow.com/">Alexandria Crichlow</a> </strong>and <strong><a href="https://www.morgan.edu/fine-and-performing-arts/music/faculty-and-staff/samuel-springer">Samuel Springer</a>,</strong> Doctor of Musical Arts at Morgan State University give us a preview of <a href="https://thewalters.org/event/juneteenth-2024/?mc_cid=2d53fd49d6&mc_eid=acdfbd09d0">‘Moving Forward And Beyond: A Juneteenth Celebration’</a> happening at the Walters Art Museum June 15.</p> <p>Then <strong><a href="https://leagilmore.net/">Lea Gilmore</a>,</strong> Minister for Racial Justice & Multicultural Engagement and the Music Director at Govans Presbyterian Church along with BSO bassist <strong><a href="https://baltimoresymphonymusicians.org/team_member/jonathan-jensen">Jonathan Jensen</a> </strong>talk about their collaboration, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/450132427635097/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[]%7D">Juneteenth Jubilee at Govans Church June 10.</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>Angie Elliott</strong> about standing up: for herself, for love, and to family.</p> <p>In celebration of Pride month, Stoop Storytelling has a live show coming up and the theme is <a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/event/b-more-proud-queer-tales-of-charm-city/">‘B-More Proud: Queer Tales of Charm City.’</a> It happens Thursday, June 27 at Creative Alliance.</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>Does every call to 911 require a police response? Baltimore and cities across the country are testing alternatives - directing calls to civilians trained in behavioral health instead of police officers.</p> <p><a href="https://ccjs.umd.edu/facultyprofile/midgette/greg"><strong>Greg Midgette</strong></a> is an assistant professor of criminology and criminal justice at the University of Maryland. He’s co-author of a recent study that examines 911 diversion programs. It’s titled “<a href="https://abell.org/publication/police-community-relations-in-baltimore/">Improving Baltimore Police Relations With the City’s Black Community</a>.” <br><br>Then, Baltimore began its pilot program three years ago, in partnership with its police and fire departments, its behavioral health agency, and the nonprofit <a href="https://bcresponse.org/">Baltimore Crisis Response, Inc</a>. We speak with <strong>Tina Field</strong>, director of crisis systems operations at Baltimore Crisis Response, Inc.<br><br>Check out the <a href="https://consentdecree.baltimorecity.gov/behavioral-health-and-consent-decree/9-1-1-diversion">911 Behavioral Health Diversion Program Dashboard</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 href="https://www.npr.org/transcripts/155116391">Joe Gans</a> was the first African American world boxing champion of the 20th century. A Baltimorean, he was also an entrepreneur, philanthropist and started a baseball team that was a precursor to the Negro Leagues. Never heard of him? You’re not alone. There is a dedicated group of people working to change that. We hear from <strong>Sara Artes</strong>, co-chair of the <a href="https://www.joegans150.com/">Joe Gans 150th Birthday Celebration</a> and co-founder of <a href="https://www.cornerteam.org/">Corner Team</a> boxing gym.</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 is a Stoop Story from <strong><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xv0ryxML2gM">Mike ‘The Persecutor’ Paschall</a>, </strong>about why it’s worth fighting hard for what you love. The next LIVE stoop event happens later this month on Thursday June 27. The theme is B-More Proud: Queer Tales of Charm City. Hosted at Creative alliance. More information 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>Herring Run Park stretches for 375 acres in Northeast Baltimore, reaching from Morgan State University to Armistead Gardens. It's Heritage Trail offers visitors insight into the park's historical and ecological landscape. We speak with <strong>Misty Fae</strong>, executive director of the <a href="https://www.friendsofherringrun.org/">Friends of Herring Run Parks</a>, and board member <strong>Charles Minor</strong>.</p> <p>On Saturday, June 1st, the Friends of Herring Run Parks will host the free <a href="https://friendsofherringrun.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/friendsofherringrun/event.jsp?event=136">Share Your Heritage Festival</a> from 12-6 pm.</p> <p>Links:<br><a href="https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/14c8615b5dd3422e9acc994b3c06026b">Heritage Trail at Herring Run Park</a><br><a href="https://herringrunarchaeology.org/">The Herring Run Archaeology Project</a><br><a href="https://herringrunarchaeology.org/2017/08/25/emeline-jones/">Emeline Jones</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>In 1953, the Baltimore City Fire Department desegregated, hiring its first group of ten Black firefighters. Seven decades later, the <a href="https://aaffhs.org/">African American Firefighters Historical Society</a> honors the continued service of Black firefighters across the country. In January, the organization received a grant to support the creation of the International Black Firefighters Museum & Safety Education Center in East Baltimore.</p> <p>We speak with <strong>George Collins,</strong> a retired Baltimore City firefighter and co-founder of the African American Firefighters Historical Society.</p> <p>Links:<br><a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2024/02/06/maryland-african-american-heritage-sites-awards/">Maryland awards $5 million in grants to help preserve Black heritage sites</a><br><a href="https://governor.maryland.gov/news/press/pages/governor-moore-announces-5-million-in-african-american-heritage-preservation-grant-awards.aspx">Governor Moore Announces $5 Million in African American Heritage Preservation Grant Awards</a><br><a href="https://www.baltimoresun.com/2003/10/15/proud-company/">Proud Company</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 []">Much more than a kick off to summer, Memorial Day is about remembering those who sacrificed their lives in military service. We meet <strong>Paula Davis</strong>, president of <a href="https://marylandgoldstarmoms.com/">Maryland Gold Star Mothers</a> -- she talks about her son, Justin, and how the group honors the memories of their children through continued service to the military community.</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 <a href="https://www.singlehandedarts.com/"><strong>Luis Rosa-Valentin</strong></a> about why <em>not </em>trying in life … is <em>not </em>an option. Rosa-Valentin served in the U.S. Army until 2008, when he was injured during his service in Iraq. Now he is an artist and the president of <a href="https://www.singlehandedarts.com/">Single-Handed Arts</a>. </p> <p>We at OTR want to take this moment to honor and remember all of those who have lost their lives during military service, and send comfort and healing to their families and loved ones. Have a meaningful and mindful Memorial Day.</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 has seen a surge in union organizing, with local wins for workers at high-profile companies like Apple and Starbucks. The Baltimore Museum of Industry is marking this moment in time with its latest exhibit, titled: “<a href="https://www.thebmi.org/exhibits/collective-action/">Collective Action: Labor Activism in 21st Century Baltimore</a>.”</p> <p>We speak with BMI Curator of Collections and Exhibitions <strong>Rachel Donaldson,</strong> and <strong>Courtney Jenkins, </strong>president of the Metropolitan Baltimore Council of the AFL-CIO. </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>How much do you make? It’s a taboo question, but <strong>Hannah Williams</strong> is working to change that.</p> <p>Williams is the founder of <a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/">Salary Transparent Street</a>. You may have seen her <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGPjzyzRdvg2RxfWVWOzsDA">videos</a>, where she asks people at parks, farmers’ markets, or just walking down the street, to share their salary. We ask how she developed her passion for salary transparency.</p> <p>Links:<br><a href="https://www.salarytransparentstreet.com/resource-hub">STS Resource Hub</a><br><a href="https://www.wypr.org/wypr-news/2024-05-09/maryland-joins-growing-list-of-states-requiring-wage-transparency">Maryland joins growing list of states requiring wage transparency</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>Nurse <strong>Vanessa Battista</strong> shares a powerful story about what she learned from Colin, a young man dying of cancer.</p> <p>Listen to more tales from the <a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/">Stoop Storytelling Series</a>. Search the <a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/listen/">archives</a> or check out the <a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/podcasts/">podcast</a>.</p> <p>The next Stoop event is June 27th at the <a href="https://creativealliance.org/">Creative Alliance</a> in Highlandtown. The Stoop Storytelling Series, in partnership with the <a href="https://gordoncenter.com/program/queer-jewish-arts-festival/">Queer Jewish Arts Festival</a>, will present, "<a href="https://creativealliance.org/event/stoop-stories-bmore-proud-queer-tales-of-charm-city/">B-more Proud: Queer Tales of Charm City!</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>Storytelling is an opportunity to share universal lessons about the human condition. <a href="https://phillbranch.com/"><strong>Phill Branch</strong></a> is the founder and creative director of <a href="https://www.theatreproject.org/baltimore-story-fest/">Baltimore Story Fest</a>. He previews the groups performing this weekend at the <a href="https://www.theatreproject.org/">Baltimore Theater Project</a> and shares how to craft an exceptional story. </p> <p>Schedule:<br>May 17 @ 8pm – Perfect Liars Club<br>May 18 @ 8pm – Mortified<br>May 19 @ 4pm – What I Learned in Therapy</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>Rebecca Fielding</strong> about her son, Enzo, and how entering into his world exposed her to much beauty and joy. You can find more information -- including live events and the Stoop podcast -- at <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>When you need something done in an effective, no nonsense way -- who do you call? Moms. That’s how <a href="https://www.bmoreslyc.org/programs/moms-on-a-mission">‘Moms on a Mission’ </a>at the <a href="https://www.bmoreslyc.org/home">St. Luke's Youth Center </a>in West Baltimore came to be. Led <em>by </em>the community, <em>for </em>the community, we hear from executive director <strong>Amanda Talbot</strong> and engagement coordinator <strong>Darlene Clark</strong> to hear how they do it. </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>Spring is here, so pack your hiking boots, swimwear and hammock and head to one of Maryland’s 77 state parks. <strong>Angela Crenshaw </strong>was named director of the <a href="https://dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/default.aspx">Maryland Park Service</a> in November. What is her plan for the future of Maryland’s state parks?</p> <p>This Saturday, New Germany State Park in Garrett County will host the <a href="https://mdflora.org/event-5570416">9th annual Mountain Maryland Native Plant Festival</a>. The festival will feature a native plant sale, guest speakers, ranger-guided walks and more.</p> <p><em>This program originally aired on March 25, 2024.</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>Amid the ridges and valleys of Appalachia live some of Maryland’s rarest plant and animal life. <strong></strong>Photographer <a href="http://markhendricksphoto.com/"><strong>Mark Hendricks</strong></a> captures slithering salamanders and shifting seasons in his new book, "<a href="https://schifferbooks.com/products/the-central-appalachians" data-cms-ai="0">The Central Appalachians: Mountains of the Chesapeake</a>."</p> <p>On May 30th at the <a href="https://www.howardnature.org/event/hcc2024hendricksbooktalk/">Howard County Conservancy</a>, Mark Hendricks will speak about his book and share stories of wildlife encounters. The event starts at 7 pm. </p> <p><em>This interview originally aired on March 25, 2024.</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 data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Crownsville Hospital in Anne Arundel County was Maryland's infamous segregated mental health asylum, and the only such facility available to Black people in Maryland between 1911 and desegregation in the 1960s.</p> <p>A new book by NBC and MSNBC journalist <strong>Antonia Hylton</strong> traces the history of Crownsville Hospital, the struggles and triumphs of its patients, the lives of its staff and medical personnel and what this singular institution tells us about mental illness, racism and community in America. Along the way, Hylton grapples with her own family’s experiences with mental illness, and the shame that blossomed in secrecy and darkness for generations.</p> <p>The book is called “<a href="https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/antonia-hylton/madness/9781538723692/">Madness: Race and Insanity in a Jim Crow Asylum</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>Emergency room wait times in Maryland are the worst in the country. We ask <strong>Anna Palmisano</strong>, head of <a href="https://www.marylandpatientrights.org/">Marylanders for Patient Rights</a>, how long waits can affect health outcomes<em>.</em></p> <p>Read her op-ed in Maryland Matters: <a href="https://www.marylandmatters.org/2022/12/08/opinion-how-can-we-reduce-er-wait-times-in-maryland-hospitals/">How can we reduce ER wait times in Maryland hospitals?</a></p> <p>Then, two physicians propose a solution: cut CEO salaries and use the funds to hire more hospital staff. We speak with former state legislator <strong>Dr. Dan Morhaim </strong>and former emergency department medical director <strong>Dr. David Meyers</strong>. </p> <p>Read their Baltimore Sun op-ed: <a href="https://www.baltimoresun.com/2024/02/12/heres-how-fix-e-r-wait-times-in-md/">Here’s how to fix E.R. wait times in Md.: Cut hospital executive salaries. A lot.</a></p> <p>Additional Links:</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://hscrc.maryland.gov/Documents/April%202024%20HSCRC%20Post%20Meeting%20Materials%20-%20FINAL.pdf">April 10, 2024 meeting minutes - Health Services Cost Review Commission</a></li> <li><a href="https://hscrc.maryland.gov/Pages/hospital-irs-990.aspx">Maryland Hospital IRS 990 Forms</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.mhaonline.org/docs/default-source/default-document-library/throughput-workgroup/maryland-general-assembly-hospital-throughput-work-group-final-report---march-2024.pdf">Maryland General Assembly Hospital Throughput Work Group final report</a><br><br><em>Credit: AP Photo/Elaine Thompson</em></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>The Downtown Partnership of Baltimore reports that the one-mile radius around downtown encompasses nearly 134,000 jobs and is home to more than 40,000 residents. How are Black entrepreneurs creating a thriving downtown for visitors and residents?</p> <p>We speak with <a href="https://baltimorebeat.com/">Baltimore Beat</a> multimedia journalist <strong>Sanya Kamidi</strong> and <strong>Lynnette Dodson</strong>,<strong> </strong>who co-owns <a href="https://cuplesteahouse.com/">Cuples Tea House</a> on N. Howard St. </p> <p>Read: <a href="https://baltimorebeat.com/black-owned-businesses-are-leading-downtown-baltimores-revitalization/">Black-owned businesses are leading downtown Baltimore's revitalization</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>Cannabis may soon be reclassified on the federal level to acknowledge the drug’s medicinal benefits. Attorney General Merrick Garland made the recommendation last week. Reclassification could mean big changes for states where cannabis is legally sold, as well as new opportunities for research.</p> <p>We speak with author and journalist <a href="https://baynardwoods.net/"><strong>Baynard Woods</strong></a> about repairing the harms of the War on Drugs. Read his essay in Baltimore Magazine: <a href="https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/section/community/essay-growing-your-own-weed-to-subvert-corporate-cannabis/">"How I Learned to Care for a Plant That Long Cared for Me."</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>Nancy Murray</strong> about living her truth. </p> <p>There is a LIVE stoop event coming up Wed. May 8. The theme is <a href="https://stoopstorytelling.com/event/mother-love-stories-of-being-a-mom-caring-for-a-mom-and-loving-even-the-unlovable-moms/">‘Mother Love: Stories of Being a Mom, Caring for a Mom, and Loving Even the Unlovable Moms.’ </a>It’s happening at White Hall mill. Music at 7, stories at 7:30.</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>