The Truth In This Art with Rob Lee Each week, Rob Lee sits down with artists, cultural leaders, and community builders to get straight to the point: how their work shapes people and places. Recorded in Baltimore but tuned in worldwide, the show cuts through buzzwords and PR fluff to share clear, practical insights on creativity, identity, and impact. With 800‑plus episodes in the archive, expect sharp questions, honest answers, and real stories that show why art—and the people behind it—matt ...
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Covering the outer reaches of space to the tiniest microbes in our bodies, Science Friday is the source for entertaining and educational stories about science, technology, and other cool stuff.
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Prepare for an out-of-this-world coffee break with Drag Rockstar Zenobia Darling! 🚀✨ Join Zenobia Darling as he beams down from his glitter-coated UFO to deliver a punk-infused, drag alien-chic mix of paranormal takes, comedic gossip, and messy commentary. Get ready for irreverent spins on reality TV drama—think The Real Housewives and Ghost Adventures—served with Zenobia’s signature drag queen flair and otherworldly edge. Whether flying solo or chatting with aspirational guests, Zenobia’s p ...
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Produced by gb.tc and hosted by Andrew Hazlett and Sharon Paley, Baltimore Weekly covers the tech scene is our city. Through our ongoing series of interviews and updates, we put a spotlight on the events and people that make up Baltimore's innovation scene.
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Erin Teachman sits down with people who work in and around professional theatre in the Washington, DC metro area. We talk. I really never have any idea what we will talk about, somehow we always find a way.
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Charm City Dreamers is a podcast that shares inspiring stories of a diverse group leaders in Baltimore. Our goal is to motivate people to Bmore and reach their dreams!
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Self Discovery and Emotional Awareness are just a few of the topics discussed in this "If Theo Von met Mac Miller" podcast series. Tune in as Andrew "AWALL" Cornwall (Rapper turned Hitmaker) and his guests, explore what it means to be human, from every perspective imaginable!
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A culture & community podcast created by Aaron Dante to record the fascinating life stories of his friends, family and people that have stories that need to be told! Come along on this journey with Human Interest Stories
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On The Record is co-hosted by Sheilah Kast and Ashley Sterner. Sheilah and Ashley are excited to share conversations with audacious artists, intrepid scientists, community leaders and more. And of course, tales from the beloved Stoop Storytelling Series! You'll hear On The Record on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, and the full hour of NPR's Morning Edition on Tuesdays and Thursdays. On The Record is produced by Melissa Gerr. Jon Ehrens created the theme music. Louis Umerlik designed the log ...
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Do you want to learn how to become a successful and happy MD? Yes? Well then this show is for you. Each week we bring you an inspiring person or message to help you unlock your full potential. You’ll learn the career secrets of some of the most successful doctors in the world, how they got to where they are, how they learn, their attitudes, what they look for in a young physician and much, much more. We try to reveal the success strategies that no one ever teaches you in medical school. You’ ...
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Artifications is a global arts platform dedicated to showcasing innovative artists, cultural movements, and creative communities through multimedia storytelling. From in-depth interviews to immersive documentaries, Artifications explores the intersection of art, society, and transformation, connecting audiences with compelling artistic narratives from around the world.
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Charmed City is a podcast about interesting people doing interesting things in and around Baltimore City. Each week comedian Sam Rubin will sit down with a local businessperson, artist or personality to learn what makes them and the city they love so special.
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Who am I? What does it mean to be human? Why does the world seem so screwed up and how do we fix it? You’re invited to join me on my quest to find answers to these and life’s other great questions. Nothing to Lose but Yourself is more than just another self-help or motivational podcast, it’s an engaging and enlightening journey into us. In some episodes, I will invite you to eavesdrop on the insightful and often irreverent conversations that I have with thought-leaders, fellow artists, enter ...
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How Cannibalistic Tadpoles Could Curb Invasive Cane Toads
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18:49South American cane toads were brought to Australia in 1935 to help eradicate native beetles that were destroying sugar cane crops. The toads didn’t care much for the beetles, but they did spread across the coast of Queensland and beyond, with no natural predators to stop them. Their own deadly toxin devastated local reptiles along the way, and the…
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#35 - Fusing Circus and Storytelling | Sam Landa of New York Circus Project
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50:20Director and choreographer Sam Landa joins for his first appearance on the podcast to talk about reimagining what circus can be—and how LIQUID uses punk aesthetics, narrative, and high-stakes performance to deliver something unforgettable. As co-founder of New York Circus Project, Sam blends circus, theater, and dance to push creative boundaries. W…
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Birding is a hobby that attracts a very particular group of people: the kind who get up at sunrise, go into the woods, and wait for hours for a little tiny feathered friend to fly past. Author and illustrator Rosemary Mosco guides us into the world of birding with her new book, The Birding Dictionary. Plus, biologist Sara Lipshutz fills us in on th…
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As a young plant scientist, Joanne Chory shook up the research establishment with her unconventional approach to figuring out how plants work. Her methods and success changed the field, and led her to her biggest project yet—tackling climate change, with the help of millions of plants. Colleagues Steve Kay, Detlef Weigel, and Jennifer Nemhauser des…
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In this episode, we feature Quandra Gray the founder of What The Sprout! After years in visual design, Quandra was drawn to a new type of creation—one rooted in health and sustainability. With no backyard for gardening, Quandra found the power of growing microgreens at home. Now, she's helping others cultivate microgreens for better health and comm…
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What Huge Cuts To NSF Funding Mean For Science
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19:58Grant funding by the National Science Foundation has been cut by more than half this year, bringing the foundation’s science funding to its lowest level in decades. Katrina Miller, who covers science for the New York Times, joins Host Flora Lichtman to unpack the cutbacks and discuss where the funding changes might lead. And, the FDA has cleared a …
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What Happens When Air Traffic Control Systems Go Dark?
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16:58At the end of April, air traffic control radar surveillance and radio communication systems at Newark Liberty International Airport went dark for over a minute. A week and half later, radar went down again briefly. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has since cut down the number of flights in and out of Newark. But, how does our air traffic …
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Zak Bagans cheated on 👑 Holly Madison how many times!?!? Espresso Shot!!!!
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43:37I may be on a spring hiatus, but when a cheating scandal rocks paranormal pop culture—featuring one of my all-time favorite celebs to stan and my all-time favorite ghost bro to drag—you know I had to grab the mic and get messy. First, a quick life update: I’ve been deep in the haunted attic art studio and riding the same weird emotional static that…
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Could The NIH Plan For A ‘Universal Vaccine’ Really Work?
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27:56At the beginning of May, the National Institutes of Health, part of the Department of Health and Human Services, announced a plan to develop a universal vaccine platform. Think: a single shot for flu or COVID-19 that would last years, maybe a lifetime. The plan—called Generation Gold Standard—has a reported budget of $500 million, and a tight deadl…
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#34 - Sculpting Process, Memory & Material Integrity | Hae Won Sohn
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1:11:37Artist and educator Hae Won Sohn returns for a reflective conversation on process, adaptability, and making art that holds up—materially and conceptually. Now based in Queens, Hae Won shares what’s evolved since her 2021 Sondheim Prize win and how her process-first approach has deepened through teaching, repurposing materials, and balancing art wit…
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The Leap: This Is Going To Kill Your Career
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23:53Betül Kaçar started her scientific career as a biochemist, working on an enzyme found in zebrafish. But then she found her calling: investigating some of the hardest questions in evolutionary biology by resurrecting ancient life forms. NASA administrator Melissa Kirven-Brooks recalls the fellowship application that put Betül on her radar. And evolu…
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Part 2 of Preakness 150: Celebrating Tradition and Transforming Baltimore
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8:25Welcome to the No Pix After Dark Podcast, where host Aaron Dante takes you on an immersive journey into the heart of the Preakness 150 celebrations, live from the historic Pimilico Racecourse in Northwest Baltimore. In this special episode, delve into insightful conversations with business and tourism leaders as they explore the significant impact …
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The Science Of That Big Stunt From The New ‘Mission: Impossible’
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19:02The “Mission: Impossible” franchise is known for its big stunts, and the newest film is no exception. Producer Kathleen Davis talks to the film’s stunt coordinator, Wade Eastwood, about the science behind one big underwater scene. Plus, psychologist Kenneth Carter joins Host Flora Lichtman to talk about what makes high-adrenaline adventurers tick. …
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#33 – How Shaolin Jazz Redefines Film & Sound | DJ 2-Tone Jones
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1:15:31Shaolin Jazz co-founder DJ 2-Tone Jones—one half of the duo behind the genre-bending brand—returns to reflect on growth, alignment, and his continued love for blending film and music through Can I Kick It? Finding purpose through Shaolin Jazz: how re-scoring films with hip-hop and jazz gave his DJ career renewed meaning Can I Kick It?: building a n…
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Meet A Pioneer Of Modern Weather Prediction
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18:51Climate scientist Jagadish Shukla grew up in a small village in rural India, where people starved if the monsoon season didn’t bring rain. To help his village, he set out to become a scientist and discover a way to predict the seasons—an unthinkable idea at the time, in the 1960s and ‘70s. Shukla became a pioneer in modern weather forecasting, and …
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Celebrating Preakness 150: A Landmark Year for Baltimore
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5:08Join host Aaron Dante for a special live edition of the No Pix After Dark Podcast, recorded from Preakness 150 at the historic Pellicle Racecourse in Baltimore. In this episode, Aaron talks to business and tourism leaders about the significant economic impact of the Preakness festival and its importance to the city and state. Discover insights from…
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#32 – How Do You Choose Stories Worth Telling? | Joe Tropea
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49:31Baltimore’s award-winning documentary filmmaker, public historian, and Baltimore City Hall curator Joe Tropea returns to share how personal connection guides his project choices, why he embraces “ums” and raw moments in the edit, and what it takes to build strong creative partnerships — from abandoned true-crime concepts to a new mayoral portrait g…
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Are Physical Buttons And Knobs Making A Comeback?
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20:10In recent years, digital touchscreens have replaced many of the buttons and knobs that control various functions in cars. But when Host Ira Flatow went shopping for a new car, he noticed that physical controls seemed to be making a comeback. But will the rise of technologies like voice recognition and automation make cars more button-centric, or le…
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Scientists Identify Genes For Tomato And Eggplant Size
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18:48Tomatoes come in all kinds of colors, sizes, and flavors. But what’s going on at the genetic level? What makes a tomato red or yellow? Tiny or giant? Researchers are mapping the genomes of 22 varieties of nightshades—the family of plants that includes tomatoes, potatoes, and eggplants. They located the genes that control the size of tomatoes and eg…
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As a teenager living in St. Vincent, Richie Robertson saw first-hand what a volcanic eruption did to life on the island. Forty years later, he was the scientist the community turned to when the same volcano roared back to life. Richie’s colleague, Stacey Edwards of the UWI Seismic Research Centre, explains how Richie earned the trust of the communi…
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#31 – Why ‘Irma Vep’ Is a Wild, Campy Celebration at Everyman Theatre | Joseph W. Ritsch
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46:47Get ready for a behind-the-scenes look at The Mystery of Irma Vep – A Penny Dreadful at Everyman Theatre, where director, choreographer, and arts educator Joseph Ritsch brings gothic farce, drag, and campy spectacle together in a production bursting with sharp humor and political edge. In this episode, Joseph joins Rob Lee to unpack why Charles Lud…
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The Many Lives of Greyson Brown: From Firefighter to Musician
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1:14:58Send us a text What happens when you live many lives in a single lifetime? Greyson Brown—actor, musician, former firefighter, spiritual seeker, and world traveler—shares his remarkable journey of transformation and discovery in this thought-provoking conversation. Born in Germany to military parents and raised around the DMV area, Greyson's path ha…
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Lesser Prairie Chicken May Lose Endangered Species Status
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18:28The lesser prairie chicken was granted endangered species status in 2023. Now the Department of the Interior is moving to revoke those protections. What can this bird known for its flamboyant courtship rituals tell us about the Trump administration’s approach to environmental policy and protections for endangered species? Host Flora Lichtman is joi…
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#30 – How Do You Blend Archive and Activism in Your Art? | Isaiah Winters
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1:11:40You know those moments when a photograph or film clip feels like it’s speaking hidden truths? New School professor and interdisciplinary artist Isaiah Winters returns to share how rigorous archival research fuels his photography, film, and mixed-media practice. From earning his MFA at Parsons to documenting pro-Palestinian campus protests and expos…
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Tracking The Hidden Dangers Of Fighting Fires
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18:30Firefighting is a career with an inherent cancer risk, but a full understanding of what those risks are has been elusive. An important registry designed to help understand the link between firefighters and cancer was taken offline on April 1 because of federal cuts, then restored six weeks later. Host Flora Lichtman discusses this with firefighter …
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Identifying New Plants, And The Scientific Secrets Of Superfoods
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29:59What does it take to create and maintain one of the largest repositories of botanical information in the world? For starters, it can mean helicopter-ing into remote nooks of the Amazon, hiking through rough terrain, looking for strange fruits and flowers, and climbing trees to pluck specimens from the branches. Then there’s all the science required…
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Designing Hyperrealistic Body Parts, From Eyeballs To Placentas
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17:34Medical sculptor Damon Coyle walks around with a Mary Poppins bag of body parts. Fake ones, that is. At the University of Missouri, his lab creates hyperrealistic body parts designed to help medical providers practice for real-world surgeries and procedures. They make things like lifelike arms for practicing blood draws or a set of eyeballs for ocu…
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#29 – How to Bring Portraits to Life on Canvas | Monica Ikegwu
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48:31You know that moment when a painting feels so real you swear the subject might blink? Hyper-realist portraitist Monica Ikegwu returns to reveal the behind-the-scenes rigor—hours of glazing, precise lighting choices, and minimalist backgrounds—that turn a single photograph into a living, breathing canvas. Join Monica as she unpacks her journey from …
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