Bearded, Wholesome, & All Things Baltimore

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Welcome back everyone! Today’s guest on the show is 14 Year professional baseball pitcher Steve Johnson. Steve is a Baltimore native that was drafted out of St. Paul’s School for Boys by the Los Angeles Dodgers. Steve made his way to the Baltimore Orioles via trade and spent a handful of seasons pitching for his hometown team in front of family and friends. Now retired, Steve is the founder and head trainer of Optimal Baseball Performance in Bel Air MD. Here’s a first hand look at the journey of a local baseball kid making his way through the minors and majors all the way to being a family man. Enjoy! 

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Welcome back to Bearded, Wholesome, & All Things Baltimore! My guest today is former Baltimore Ravens Super Bowl 35 Champion Fullback and current Founder/CEO of HealthReel Inc Obafemi Ayanbadejo! We take a look at Obafemi’s career as an NFL player and his journey into the world of physical fitness and the human body! Femi gives us a first hand look at his passion for his health and wellness website/app HealthReel and all of its benefits to help anyone that wants to make life changes to improve health. The passion that Femi has for his family and business is second to none! Enjoy! 

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To wrap up Baltimore Hip Hop Week, today we have guest Larry Whaddup- Creator of the More Than Hype DocuSeries and Manager at recently relaunched UnRuly Records. Larry is a legend in the Baltimore rap scene. He’s been a hype man, manager, and talent evaluator for over 25 years working with the likes of Tim Trees and Big Los amongst many others. Larry has spent his life showcasing the musical talents of others so it’s only fitting that someone shines a spotlight on him. Straight from the legend himself, hear the inspirational story of “Baltimore Hip Hop Godfather” and how he’s been the steady lynchpin in the city’s rap game for over 2 Decades. 

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Baltimore Hip Hop week continues today with Grammy Nominated producer J. Oliver aka Fresh Ayr. Baltimore born and raised, J. Oliver gives us a first hand account of what it takes to be a producer in the rap game. We dive into his upbringing in the city and the extra drive it gave him to succeed to get his family in a better living situation.  J. Oliver is not only known as a producer but a performer as well performing with various artists over the years. He’s truly a multitalented musician. Tune in to hear his story! 

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Today’s episode kicks off BWATB’s first ever Baltimore Hip Hop Week! My guest is Baltimore’s very own DJ Lil Jetta! Jetta is a 2 Time Baltimore DJ of the Year(2016&2017). We dive into his passion for music and his humble beginnings while navigating his upbringing in Baltimore City. While being an excellent DJ, Jetta is also known for his charity work in the city with Ray Rice and Torrey Smith as well as assisting in local toy drives. Kick back and relax as you get a first hand account of the man behind the DJ Booth! 

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Welcome to another episode of BWATB! Today I welcome Bill Coley and Toni Richardson- Co Founders of Protect and Serve Security LLC. We take a look at what started their private security business and what inspired the brother and sister team to venture into the business of exclusive security and travel services. One of many Baltimore based small businesses I plan on showcasing in this journey. Enjoy!

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Todays episode is very special. Joining me is Author and Senior Editor of Baltimore Magazine Ron Cassie. Ron has been with Baltimore Magazine for over a decade covering some of the most interesting stories locally, nationally, and even abroad. We dive into his life before journalism and his brand new book "If You Love Baltimore, It Will Love You Back-171 Short But True Stories" Highly recommend reading this! We cover Ron's coverage of the Haiti earthquake as well as Hurricane Katrina. This is where we get to the authenticity and character of Baltimore! Enjoy!

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Welcome back everyone! Today's episode features DTLR's very own Brand Marketing Manager Brittany Leigh! Brittany is a Baltimore born and raised Digital Marketing and Grassroots marketing specialist that has done some incredible work in her very successful career in the digital marketing world. This episode features something that Brittany and I have in common- Our love for the City of Baltimore and trying to bring the spotlight to the positive aspects that the city has to offer. We dive into Brittany's passion for her work with the Def Jam/Atlantic HBCU Tours, her Writers Rap Series, and her current Instagram Live and Listen Series. Enjoy!

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BWATB Episode 3 features Mr. Timothy Breen- a Theology teacher of 25 years at Mount St. Joseph High School. We dive into the life and teaching career of Mr. Breen and what inspired his 10 year military service before venturing into the world of education in Baltimore City. Mr. Breen elaborates on his dedicated service to The Mount and what it has meant to him for over 2 decades. Get a first hand account of what its like teaching during a national pandemic! Enjoy!

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Episode 2 of Bearded, Wholesome, & All Things Baltimore gives you a first hand look at the life and football career of Daniel Wilcox-Former Super Bowl Champion with the Derrick Brooks led Tampa Bay Bucs who made his way to the city of Baltimore in 2004. We take a look at Daniel's on field accomplishments as well as his off field accomplishments, particularly his Empowerment M.I.N.D.S. foundation and the success of the program in Baltimore city schools. Enjoy!