Join the conversation with TJ Smith as he discusses the current situation with the administration requesting more funding for the Iran Conflict. Baltimore Police Commissioner Richard Worley joined the program to discuss the dirt bike issues facing Baltimore. Also, TJ talks about the recent incident at the Morgan Wallen concert here in Baltimore.

Join the conversation with TJ Smith. This episode opens with a deep dive into what is happening in Fells Point, where city leaders, police, and business owners are trying to keep entertainment districts safe after dark. The conversation focuses on curfews, youth activity, checkpoints, and the larger question of whether security deployments are solving the problem or simply moving it elsewhere. The discussion also explores a broader cultural argument about boundaries, responsibility, and the idea that children and adults should not be treated the same. From public safety to local investment, the episode examines how disorder affects the perception of Baltimore and the city’s ability to attract residents and customers. The second half of the episode shifts to hemp vending machines, illicit THC products, and the growing concern over unregulated cannabis-like items being sold in retail spaces. The conversation highlights testing issues, contamination risks, and the concern that products marketed as legal hemp may actually be far more potent than expected. The episode closes with a sharp exchange about Iran, military escalation, and repeated claims that the country is begging for a deal. The discussion questions the logic of ongoing strikes, the lack of a clear strategy, and what prolonged conflict could mean for U.S. troops and long-term policy. TJ Smith is live every weekday from 10:00am-2:00pm ET on WBAL News Radio 1090, FM101.5, and the WBAL Radio App.

Join the conversation with TJ Smith. This episode moves from international conflict to Baltimore community concerns, opening with a hard look at the war in Iran and the question of whether the stated military goals are actually being achieved. The discussion centers on Iran’s reported ability to continue striking U.S. bases and vessels despite claims that its military capabilities were destroyed. Calls from listeners add layers to the debate, including theories about Russian support and concern that the conflict has not ended in any meaningful way. The conversation then shifts to Baltimore, where a brutal assault on a 74-year-old man in Mondawmin sparks outrage and renewed focus on juvenile crime, community safety, and how the justice system responds. Later, a mass shooting in South Baltimore leads to a broader discussion about retaliation, gun violence, and the role of violence interruption programs. Throughout, the episode examines how crime, perception, and accountability shape the city’s daily reality. TJ Smith is live every weekday from 10:00am-2:00pm ET on WBAL News Radio 1090, FM101.5, and the WBAL Radio App.

Join the conversation with TJ Smith. In this episode, TJ Smith reflects on the one-year anniversary of the Penn North mass overdose in Baltimore and asks the question that keeps coming up: what happens after the crisis passes? He argues that cleanup and visible enforcement are not enough if the neighborhood still feels unchanged, using the area around CVS and the back alley as an example of how the same conditions can keep repeating. The conversation also highlights how overdose trends have shifted statewide, while emphasizing that reduced numbers do not automatically mean the underlying problems have been solved. From community perception to neighborhood investment, the episode focuses on what meaningful change would actually look like in an area that has endured so much. TJ Smith is live every weekday from 10:00am-2:00pm ET on WBAL News Radio 1090, FM101.5, and the WBAL Radio App.

Join the conversation with TJ Smith. This episode explores how political scandals, public allegations, and patterns of behavior can reshape a campaign in real time. The conversation centers on Graham Plattner’s withdrawal from the Maine Senate race, with a broader discussion about opposition research, civil standards of proof, and whether voters and parties should continue supporting candidates when new information surfaces after a nomination. The discussion also looks at how public life exposes personal histories to scrutiny, especially in an era where headlines, social media, and depositions can quickly shift opinion. The episode considers the tension between due process and public accountability, and asks whether political parties should prioritize winning at all costs or step back when the facts become too damaging. TJ Smith is live every weekday from 10:00am-2:00pm ET on WBAL News Radio 1090, FM101.5, and the WBAL Radio App.

Join the conversation with TJ Smith. This episode examines the latest remarks from President Trump on Iran, the ceasefire, and the state of negotiations. The conversation centers on whether the conflict has truly ended, whether the MOU still matters, and what it means when Trump moves from calling Iranian leaders smart and rational to calling them scum. The discussion also explores the military and diplomatic consequences of the conflict, including the Strait of Hormuz, nuclear capabilities, sanctions, and the role of Congress. Listener calls push the conversation further, raising questions about boots on the ground, the limits of diplomacy, and whether the United States is already locked into a new phase of escalation. TJ Smith is live every weekday from 10:00am-2:00pm ET on WBAL News Radio 1090, FM101.5, and the WBAL Radio App.

Join the conversation with TJ Smith. In this episode, the conversation begins with a deadly Fourth of July house party in Falston and the bigger question it raises: when does a private gathering become something more? With online ticketing, hired armed security, and reports of around 100 attendees, the episode explores whether current law gives communities enough tools to respond when a residential event starts to look and feel commercial. The discussion also examines the tension between public safety and the rights of people to host family and friends at home. The episode then shifts to a major political story involving Graham Platner, whose campaign in Maine faces growing backlash after serious allegations and the withdrawal of endorsements from prominent Democrats. The conversation focuses on political accountability, standards, hypocrisy, and the importance of evidence and consequences in public life. From there, the show turns to Maryland education policy and the challenge of schools helping potty train children in pre-K and kindergarten, before closing with a look at why Baltimore ranks so high on the list of the most stressed cities in America. TJ Smith is live every weekday from 10:00am-2:00pm ET on WBAL News Radio 1090, FM101.5, and the WBAL Radio App

Join the conversation with TJ Smith. In this episode, the conversation begins with relief from a punishing heat wave and turns to the chaos and symbolism surrounding Fourth of July celebrations. From weather disruptions to fireworks in Washington, D.C., the discussion examines whether the holiday weekend felt unifying or simply highlighted how divided the country remains. The episode also digs into the meaning of public protests, the importance of condemnation when extremist groups appear in the news, and the broader political tone of President Trump’s holiday remarks. TJ pushes listeners to think about what kind of message leadership should deliver during moments meant to represent America at its best. TJ Smith is live every weekday from 10:00am-2:00pm ET on WBAL News Radio 1090, FM101.5, and the WBAL Radio App.

Join the conversation with TJ Smith. A blistering holiday weekend set the tone for this episode as the conversation focused on extreme heat, July 4th plans, and whether outdoor events should go on as scheduled. Listeners weighed in on biking, walking, fireworks, and travel to celebrations in Baltimore, Frederick, Ocean City, and Washington, D.C., while the host kept circling back to one question: what is the safest choice when temperatures are pushing past 100 degrees with the heat index? The episode also explored how organizers and officials are responding to the weather, including the cancellation of the Capitol Fourth rehearsal and concerns about possible power outages as the electric grid comes under pressure. Along the way, the discussion turned practical, with callers sharing advice about hydration, shade, sunscreen, and ways to help air conditioning systems keep up during a dangerous summer heat wave. TJ Smith is live every weekday from 10:00am-2:00pm ET on WBAL News Radio 1090, FM101.5, and the WBAL Radio App.

Join the conversation with TJ Smith. In this episode, TJ takes listeners from one extreme to another, comparing the misery of winter ice and snow with the strain of a sweltering summer heat wave. The conversation explores how households try to manage electricity use, from closing blinds and running fans to adjusting thermostats and delaying laundry or dishwasher cycles until off-peak hours. The episode also looks at official recommendations from New York City and the U.S. Department of Energy, raising the question of whether conserving energy is a personal choice or a shared civic responsibility. Listener calls add practical advice, including programmable thermostats, aluminum blinds, and cooling fans that can help reduce strain on the power grid while keeping homes more comfortable. TJ Smith is live every weekday from 10:00am-2:00pm ET on WBAL News Radio 1090, FM101.5, and the WBAL Radio App.