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Welcome back folks! Episode 21 features Olivia Witherite of The Athletic. Olivia worked at MASN for almost a decade and rose the ranks from Intern to Director of Social Media for both the Orioles and Nationals. Olivia breaks down what her duties were for both ball clubs as she rose the ranks before eventually taking a similar position at The Athletic. We dive into our love for the Os as well as Camden Yards(the food is amazing). Much to my surprise, Olivia loved visiting Hampden during her time in Baltimore(Shout out to Food Market!) Enjoy! 

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Welcome back everyone! Today’s episode welcomes Jeremy Conn- local sports radio icon and co host of The Big Bad Morning Show on 105.7 The Fan! Jeremy breaks down the current outlook of the Orioles and Ravens prospects for the 2021 sports season and dives into his two greatest passions. Jeremy is a notorious proponent of legal sports gambling being implemented in the state. He gives us a quick sports gambling for dummies breakdown. Jeremy also opened up about his friendship and love for Mo Gaba. This is truly an incredible story that you won’t want to miss. 

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Today’s episode brings us Baltimore born and raised rapper Double G. Take a listen to his new single Rockstar, the inspiration behind the lyrics, his new album, and his passionate journey into the world of medicinal cannabis. Enjoy! 

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In honor of the Orioles sweeping the Boston Red Sox, today’s episode features 2011 Orioles Hall of Fame inductee Mike Bordick! Mike signed in Baltimore in 1996 after getting his start with Oakland in 1990. Before signing, Mike had a sit down with Cal about his intent to sign here with Cal moving to 3rd base. He dives into the conversation with Cal as well as playing in the same infield with arguably the greatest Os infield ever assembled in Cal, Robbie Alomar, and Rafael Palmeiro. Mike also breaks down his love of the current Orioles team, his time as Boys Latin head baseball coach and his current position as the Chairman of The League of Dreams. Enjoy! 

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Welcome back to the show, folks! Today’s guest is Baltimore Ravens legend Matt Birk. Matt is a two time NFL All Pro Center and Super Bowl 47 Champion. We catch up with Matt and  see how retired life has been, Matt’s career with Minnesota and Baltimore, going out as a champion, and running Matt Birk & Company. Enjoy!

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Welcome back folks! Today’s guest is JT Cavey- Lead singer of metalcore band ERRA! JT and I go way back to Mount Saint Joseph High School in west Baltimore in 2003. We met freshman year during freshman football two a days. We take a stroll down memory lane, reminiscing about our innate ability to irritate our teachers and coaches. JT opens up about his start in the music industry, his transition from singer for Texas in July to being lead singer for ERRA. We also get a first hand look at the day to day schedule of life on the road while touring stateside and internationally. Enjoy! 

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Welcome back to BWATB! Todays episode brings in my special guest Priest! He is the founder and producer for Eternal Grave Empire Records. We dive into our friendship forged in corrections, our business partnership and Priests upcoming projects! Enjoy. 

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Today’s episode is a fantastic one folks! My guest today is retired AACoPD and Baltimore City Police Department veteran TJ Smith. Some of you may recognize TJ for his recent mayoral campaign or assisting Jimmy's Seafood in their fundraising efforts to assist small family owned restaurants financially during the pandemic.  TJ opened up about his time with Anne Arundel County PD as well as his time with Baltimore Police Department in the immediate aftermath of the Freddie Gray riots all the way through the infamous Gun Trace Task Force indictment and subsequent murder of Detective Sean Suiter. You don’t want to miss this. 

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Today’s episode features Baltimore’s own 10th District City Councilwoman Phylicia Porter! Phylicia is a newly elected Baltimore born and raised public servant for the city’s southern areas including Pigtown, Morrell Park, and Curtis Bay amongst many other neighborhoods. While being a current public servant and the Vice Chair of the South Baltimore Gateway Partnership, she also has vast experience in Public Health and has two Bachleors Degrees in Biology and Biochemistry from Towson University. Join us as we take a look at her amazing journey growing up in Baltimore, attending the infamous Institute of Notre Dame High School, and what inspired her current run in the political arena! Enjoy! 

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Today's guest is Baltimore native and Former WWE Superstar James Ellsworth! We discuss James humble beginnings and his rise to success in WWE. We talk about his infamous quote "Any man with two hands has a fighting chance" This quote led to working matches with the likes of John Cena, AJ Styles, Dean Ambrose, and a solid run with Carmella. James breaks down his love of our city and what it means to him. Enjoy!