This week my guest is McDaniel College Professor of Communication & Cinema, Robert Lemieux. We're talking about a unique project he has championed, a PBS documentary, Growing Into Greatness: Maryland's Champion Trees. This documentary about the Champion Trees in Maryland, and even one in Carroll County, will air on November 22, 2025 on PBS.

This week my guest is Brenda Meadows, Executive Director of The Shepherds Staff. We talk about their mission, the people they serve, their Festival of Trees, and the plans for their new location.

This week I'm talking with Molly Sherman, Executive Director of the Carroll Technology and Innovation Council, about the exciting things they are doing, and about the pros and cons of Artificial Intelligence.

This week I'm chatting with Ian Scott of Quest Voyager about our amazing Portugal trip in October of 2026. We have a webinar set for Wednesday, November 12th, at 6PM at Exploration Commons at 50 East with an optional Zoom link.

This week my guest is Steve Wantz, Executive Director of the Community College Foundation. Steve reflects on almost 25 years with the Foundation and about his upcoming retirement.

This week Mike welcomes Renee Garvin, Executive Director of Carroll Lutheran Village in Westminster, for a follow up chat, and they talk about the impact CLV has on the local community, as well as the 45th Anniversary Celebration they are having. In addition, Renee introduces the Capital Campaign they are launching.

This week Mike chats with Renee Garvin, Executive Director of Carroll Lutheran Village in Westminster, about this amazing Life Plan Community nestled in a scenic spot of Carroll County. Renee shares her history and what inspired her passion to work at CLV. Part #2 of this show will air on October 18, 2025.

This week Mike is chatting with the leadership team from BGK Hope Foundation, a local non-profit with the mission of providing essential services to local and international families. Give a listen and discover how you can partner alongside these passionate people.

Mike is talking with Richard Turner, CEO of the Community Media Center (CMC) and the 2025 Chamber Chair of the Board. He shares what new things are happening at CMC, as well as the Chamber of Commerce.

This week Mike is talking with Tricia Wegman, the Volunteer Coordinator of this year's Pink Fling event to benefit the Hospital Center For Breast Health.