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LocalLink Hub podcastIndicators made easy: Meet INDIKITPodcast Episode: Indicators Made Easy - Meet INDIKIT
Welcome to the Local Link Hub podcast, a show with local impact for global change! In this episode, we explore the world of program indicators with Sophie Mareschal, Quality and Accountability Global Advisor at Terre des hommes. Sophie brings over 15 years of experience in monitoring and evaluation, having worked with organizations like UNICEF, UN Women, and Oxfam.
Episode Highlights:
Introduction to INDIKIT: Sophie explains what INDIKIT is, its origins, and how it has been customized for Terre des hommes.
Importance of Indicators: Learn why having a...2025-04-1419 min
LocalLink Hub podcastMoving children from institutions back to familiesIn this episode of the LocalLink Hub podcast, we explore the inspiring work of Nisma Arsis, an organization dedicated to protecting vulnerable children in Albania. Our guest, Anna Majko, Executive Director of Nisma Arsis, shares her journey from studying psychology to becoming a leader in child protection. With over 13 years of experience, she has played a key role in supporting children affected by trafficking, abuse, and exploitation. She explains how her organization started by helping children in street situations and has since expanded to offer a range of services, including community centers, emergency shelters, and family support programs.
2025-03-0425 min
LocalLink Hub podcastGeruwa: changing lives one WASH song at a timeOn May 11, 2023 Thakurbaba municipality became the first in Nepal to be recognized as a Total Handwashing Municipality. They started with only 6,7% of homes having accessible handwashing stations. To achieve this Susila, a Wash campaigner with a beautiful handwashing song and 97 more like of her helped. An also Geruwa, the local partner of Tdh was a major factor.
In our first podcast in 2025 we are talking with Hari Subedi, Executive director of Geruwa rural asssociation about the water, sanitation and hygiene programm (Wash) they are implementing in the Nepal. We also speak about the Blue Schools program, that...2025-01-2421 min
Maryland Transit Alerts - Daily UpdateMaryland Transit Services Disrupt Commutes with Metro Delays, Rail Suspensions, and Ferry Cancellations on December 18On December 18, 2024, the Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) has issued several alerts affecting transit services across the region. These updates are crucial for listeners who rely on public transportation for their daily commute or holiday travel plans. It's vital to remain informed about service changes, delays, or disruptions to adjust travel accordingly.The Baltimore Metro SubwayLink is currently experiencing delays due to scheduled track maintenance. Passengers should anticipate additional travel time and consider alternative routes if possible. The MTA is working diligently to complete the maintenance quickly to minimize inconvenience. Updates regarding the completion of the maintenance will be...2024-12-1803 min
LocalLink Hub podcastBeyond the Master-Servant Dynamic: Degan Ali on Localisation and DecolonisationBeyond the Master Servant Dynamic: Degan Ali on Localization and Decolonization
In this powerful episode of the LocalLink Hub podcast, Degan Ali, executive director of Adesso and co-founder of NEAR Network, provides a profound critique of power dynamics in international aid. Drawing from her personal experiences as a Somali-American humanitarian leader, Ali dissects the complex issues of localization and decolonization in the aid sector.
Ali distinguishes between localization—moving money and leadership roles to local actors—and decolonization, which challenges the fundamental structures that create aid dependency. She argues for a radical reimagining of international NGOs...2024-12-0436 minMaryland Transit Alerts - Daily UpdateMD Transit Facing Delays Across MARC Train Light Rail and Bus Services Due to Maintenance and RainListeners, today on October 25th, 2024, significant updates are coming out from the Maryland Transit Administration. The focus is on service alerts and disruptions affecting the transit systems across the state. These alerts, which are crucial for commuters, revolve around delays, service changes, and other pertinent updates that can impact travel plans.Starting with the rail service, several lines are currently experiencing delays. The MARC train service, a crucial component for daily commuters between Baltimore and Washington D.C., is experiencing a disruption on both the Camden and Penn lines. Mechanical issues have been reported, causing trains to run...2024-10-2503 min
LocalLink Hub podcastData thinking – Collect what is needed, analysed, and usedExplore data collection and analysis for small NGOs with LocalLink Hub's second data related podcast. In this episode, host Enikő Vass interviews Sukanta Paul, Regional Quality and Accountability Advisor at Terre des hommes, about effective methods for gathering and utilizing data in community-based projects.
Key topics include:
Quantitative and qualitative data collection methods
Technology's role in transforming data processes
Recommended tools and software for NGOs
Ethical considerations in data collection
Challenges faced by smaller organizations
Discover practical insights and tips to enhance your organization's data practices. Listen now to empower your projects with data-driven decision-making!2024-10-0721 minMaryland Transit Alerts - Daily UpdateMTA Issues Service Alerts for Light Rail Subway and MARC Train Delays Plus Bus DetoursAttention listeners,Today, October 1, 2024, the Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) is issuing several important service alerts and updates that could affect your travel plans. As always, it's essential to stay informed to ensure a smooth commute.Firstly, there are significant disruptions on the Light RailLink. Due to ongoing track maintenance south of the Linthicum station, services are temporarily suspended between the Cromwell and North Avenue stations. The MTA has instituted a bus bridge to accommodate passengers between these affected segments. Riders should allot extra travel time and be prepared for the transfer.The Metro SubwayLink...2024-10-0102 minMaryland Transit Alerts - Daily UpdateMARC, Light Rail and Bus Reroutes Due to Maintenance and Events Impact Baltimore Transportation September 18The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) is providing critical updates for September 18, 2024. Commuters should be aware of significant service changes and alerts impacting the transit system today. The information is crucial for listeners to plan their travel and avoid disruptions.Due to ongoing track maintenance, several MARC Train services are experiencing alterations. The Brunswick Line is facing delays of up to 30 minutes. This delay is caused by track work between the Brunswick and Monocacy stations. Passengers are advised to allow extra travel time and check for updates regularly.On the Penn Line, the midday train schedule has...2024-09-1804 minMaryland Transit Alerts - Daily UpdateMTA Alerts Passengers of Significant Service Disruptions and Scheduled Changes Across Light Rail Metro Subway and Bus Lines TodayToday, on September 16, 2024, the Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) has issued an alert for listeners regarding significant service updates and advisories. The notice from MTA Maryland Alerts indicates that there are several disruptions and scheduled changes affecting various transportation lines.Firstly, the Light RailLink services are currently experiencing delays due to signal issues near the Camden Yards station. MTA technicians are actively working to resolve these problems and restore normal service as quickly as possible. Passengers should anticipate longer wait times and potentially altered schedules for the Light RailLink until these signal issues are completely addressed.Furthermore...2024-09-1603 minMaryland Transit Alerts - Daily UpdateMTA Alerts Multiple Transportation Delays Impacting MARC Train Light RailLink CityLink and LocalLink Buses Route ClosuresListeners, today, September 12, 2024, the Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) has issued several alerts affecting various transit services. The information comes directly from the MTA Maryland Alerts RSS feed. As we go through the alerts, it is important to pay attention to current changes and disruptions that may impact your travel plans.Firstly, those using LocalLink bus services should be aware that there are route diversions impacting several key routes. Specifically, LocalLink 80 is experiencing significant delays due to a water main break on Howard Street. The diversion means that buses will bypass affected areas, potentially lengthening travel time. If you...2024-09-1203 min
LocalLink Hub podcastBehind Human Trafficking in Macedonia: A 24-Year Mission with Open GateMarija Todorovska from Open Gate La Strada, North Macedonia, is our guest on the 4th episode of our podcast series. Marija is a leader in the fight against human trafficking. She has set up helplines, shelters, and advocates for the rights of victims. She also works as a consultant and trainer, sharing her knowledge on human rights, gender-based violence, and refugee protection.
In this episode, we talk about Open Gate's 24 years of work to protect victims of human trafficking and prevent it from happening. Over these years, the NGO has made great progress, but they still face...2024-09-1134 minMaryland Transit Alerts - Daily UpdateMTA Transit Alert September 9 2024 Delays Across Light Rail Metro Subway And Bus Routes Due To Maintenance Incidents ConstructionListeners, please be informed about the latest updates from the Maryland Transit Administration's alert system. As of today, September 9, 2024, there are several ongoing situations affecting public transit services. These updates are crucial for those planning to commute or travel within the Maryland area today.First, attention to all Light RailLink commuters, there are scheduled track maintenance activities taking place. Major delays are expected between the Hunt Valley and BWI Airport stations. Service will be reduced to a single track, and shuttle buses will be provided to bridge affected areas. MTA is urging commuters to plan an additional 30 to 45...2024-09-0903 minMaryland Transit Alerts - Daily UpdateMTA Transit Updates August 28 2024 Light Rail and Subway Delays MobilityLink Wait Times Traffic and Heat AdvisoryListeners, it is August 28, 2024, and here is the latest update from the Maryland Transit Administration. As of now, several service changes, delays, and important advisories are affecting transit operations today. Please be attentive to the following information to plan your travels accordingly.The Light RailLink service is experiencing disruptions. Due to ongoing technical issues, there is a temporary cessation of operations between North Avenue and Camden Yards. Crews are working diligently to rectify the situation, but no specific restoration time has been announced. Shuttle bus services are being provided to accommodate passengers along this route.The...2024-08-2803 minLocalLink Hub podcastIf you fail to plan, you plan to failIn this episode of the LocalLink Hub podcast, Enikő Vass, the communications and content manager for Local Link Hub, talks about the significance of monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning (MEAL) in NGOs with Mariela Lazi, a Regional Quality and Accountability Advisor for Terre des hommes in Europe.
In this podcast about the basics of MEAL Mariela Lazi explains that MEAL stands for Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning, which evolved from the older term, M&E (Monitoring and Evaluation). MEAL includes accountability to donors and beneficiaries and emphasizes continuous learning to improve project outcomes.
Mariela discusses h...2024-07-1020 min
LocalLink Hub podcastFighting the effects of climate change with localisationFigthting the effects of climate change with localisation
In this podcast episode, Enikő Vass interviews Tanvi Chattoraj and Paulami de Sarkar from Terre des hommes (Tdh) India about the Local Link Initiative, which officially launched in India on May 1st. 2024. They speak about the Sundarbans, a region severely affected by climate change, and emphasize empowering children and communities through participatory methodologies and safeguarding measures.
2024-06-1120 minLocalLink Hub podcastUncovering the hidden: indirect costs in NGO fundingIn our podcast, we discuss with Martin Gallard, localisation project manager at Tdh, what counts as indirect costs, the structural barriers around them. We suggests three models that could be applied to indirect costs - participatory grant making, pooled funds and the smart way of doing things. And finally, we spend some imaginary money granted to us by a fairy on indirect costs.
2024-04-1625 min
出海进行时47. “大市场”源于想象，真实需求来自具体生活比起往年的CES展会，具有中国背景的品牌的布展总量和新布展商数量迅速增加。看到的现象是，亚马逊卖家、淘系品牌、“抖”品牌都在出海。他们虽在全球化的路径上选择着不同的路径，却都在不约而同地朝着品牌出海的方向耕耘。本期，我们邀请到了Newme创始人顾俊George重新做客出海进行时，从展会出发，聊聊中国企业出海的新现象、现状与困境、创新与趋势和对本地化的认知革新。顾俊认为，中国的供应链优势更像是为本地品牌积累的，而当下中国供应链优势和很多本地的需求有脱节。对于想象中的“大市场”，在海外具体的生活体感和对本地用户需求与生活场景的理解更重要。小场景的创新是本地化视角下可尝试的方向，而在内容红利时代下的今天，我们都有机会做出一款基于真实需求的“酷”产品。在去年年底开启LocalLink业务以来，顾俊持续深耕TikTok美国市场。节目中，我们也聊了聊海外不同电商平台的选品差异、如何做定价的差异选择和不同平台上看到的用户的变化。主播：Nicole 嘉宾：顾俊George (出海品牌Newme CEO & Localink 合伙人)时间轴：04:34 亚马逊卖家的品牌化—Aukey07:47 亚马逊利基市场的愈加泛化—Neakasa15:48 淘系品牌在出海—极米、添可和易来20:41 "抖"品牌的出海之路—徕芬、素士、图拉斯33:52 透过CES看到的5大趋势44:10 平台的选品差异：亚马逊的超级利基市场46:03 平台的选品差异：TikTok的原生内容爆款56:11 定价的差异选择56:36 品牌场57:51 零售场59:13 白牌场1:04:01 Amazon的人群定位：货架、白领、中产1:04:39 TikTok的人群定位：兴趣、下沉、语言2024-03-201h 15
Maryland Transit TimesMaryland Transit Times: Working Women on the RailsIn this episode of Maryland Transit Times host, Amy Freedman talks about the new exhibit at the B&O Railroad Museum called "Working Women on the Rails". This tour will focus on pioneering women railroad workers throughout history and how their lives and achievements in the railroad industry have left a lasting impact on our world to this day. The B&O Railroad has impacted American history in more ways than just transportation. To get to the museum on transit, take CityLink Navy, Orange, and LocalLink #76 to the 900s block of West Pratt Street. #ExploreBaltimore2022-03-2403 min
Maryland TimesThe Baltimore Farmers’ Market & Bazaar is Now OpenThe Baltimore Farmers’ Market & Bazaar is one of Baltimore’s best weekend traditions and is open every Sunday from 7:00 AM to Noon now until December 20th. After a brief delay from their scheduled opening in April, the market has undergone changes to provide a safe shopping experience for its customers and vendors. According to Samuel Hanson from the Baltimore Office of Promotion & The Arts (BOPA), face masks are required to enter the market. They have also redesigned the vendor's layout to provide enough space between the vendors as well as customers. To hear the full podcast with our new Maryland Tran...2020-07-1303 min
Maryland Transit TimesThe Baltimore Farmers’ Market & Bazaar is Now OpenThe Baltimore Farmers’ Market & Bazaar is one of Baltimore’s best weekend traditions and is open every Sunday from 7:00 AM to Noon now until December 20th. After a brief delay from their scheduled opening in April, the market has undergone changes to provide a safe shopping experience for its customers and vendors. According to Samuel Hanson from the Baltimore Office of Promotion & The Arts (BOPA), face masks are required to enter the market. They have also redesigned the vendor's layout to provide enough space between the vendors as well as customers. To hear the full podcast with our new Maryland Tran...2020-07-1303 min
Maryland Transit TimesMaryland Transit Times: Addielicious Walk to HelpThe Addielicious Walk to Help, family fun walk will be held on Saturday, March 28th at the Towson Town Center Mall to raise awareness and support for epilepsy through the Stroup Kids For Kids Epilepsy Foundation. The event starts at 9:00 AM and will take place inside the mall. To learn more about the event, visit their website http://stroupkidsforkids.org/walktohelp. To get to the mall by bus, take CityLink Red, Green, LocalLink 36, 51 or 93.
#MDOTcares2020-03-0203 min
Maryland TimesMaryland Transit Times: Addielicious Walk to HelpThe Addielicious Walk to Help, family fun walk will be held on Saturday, March 28th at the Towson Town Center Mall to raise awareness and support for epilepsy through the Stroup Kids For Kids Epilepsy Foundation. The event starts at 9:00 AM and will take place inside the mall. To learn more about the event, visit their website http://stroupkidsforkids.org/walktohelp. To get to the mall by bus, take CityLink Red, Green, LocalLink 36, 51 or 93.
#MDOTcares2020-03-0203 min
Maryland Transit TimesMaryland Transit Times: Baltimore Streetcar MuseumBefore there were light rails trains and buses in Baltimore, streetcars enables residents to travel from one end of the city to the other. And even though the street car system ended in 1963 its rich history is still with us.
The Baltimore Streetcar Museum is dedicated to preserving the city’s public transit history and if you are interested in learning more about this wonderful museum, visit http://www.baltimorestreetcar.org. To get to the museum, take CityLink Green, Silver, LocalLink 51, and 95.
#ExploreBaltimore2020-02-2103 min
Maryland TimesMaryland Transit Times: Baltimore Streetcar MuseumBefore there were light rails trains and buses in Baltimore, streetcars enables residents to travel from one end of the city to the other. And even though the street car system ended in 1963 its rich history is still with us.
The Baltimore Streetcar Museum is dedicated to preserving the city’s public transit history and if you are interested in learning more about this wonderful museum, visit http://www.baltimorestreetcar.org. To get to the museum, take CityLink Green, Silver, LocalLink 51, and 95.
#ExploreBaltimore2020-02-2103 min
Maryland Transit TimesMaryland Transit Times: The Saturday Visitor AwardsThe Edgar Allan Poe House and Museum are calling for entries for The Saturday Visitor Awards. This new award is presented by Poe Baltimore and recognizes Edgar Allan Poe's continued legacy in the arts and literature around the world. To learn more about the museum and to submit our work in The Saturday Visitor Awards, visit https://www.poeinbaltimore.org.
The Poe House and Museum is located at 203 N. Amity Street in Baltimore. To get to the museum on transit take CityLink Orange and LocalLink 80. For #ExploreBaltimore2020-02-0203 min
Maryland TimesMaryland Transit Times: The Saturday Visitor AwardsThe Edgar Allan Poe House and Museum are calling for entries for The Saturday Visitor Awards. This new award is presented by Poe Baltimore and recognizes Edgar Allan Poe's continued legacy in the arts and literature around the world. To learn more about the museum and to submit our work in The Saturday Visitor Awards, visit https://www.poeinbaltimore.org.
The Poe House and Museum is located at 203 N. Amity Street in Baltimore. To get to the museum on transit take CityLink Orange and LocalLink 80. For #ExploreBaltimore2020-02-0203 min
Maryland Transit TimesMaryland Transit Times: The Walters Art MuseumYou can discover seven thousand years of artwork right here at the Walters Art Museum. The wonderful art collection at the Walters Art Museum is open to the public and admission is free. The museum is located on Charles Street in the Mt. Vernon area and you can get there by taking CityLink Green, Silver, Pink, LocalLink 51, or 95. To hear the full interview, click on the link below. #ExploreBaltimore2019-11-1803 min
Maryland TimesMaryland Transit Times: The Walters Art MuseumYou can discover seven thousand years of artwork right here at the Walters Art Museum. The wonderful art collection at the Walters Art Museum is open to the public and admission is free. The museum is located on Charles Street in the Mt. Vernon area and you can get there by taking CityLink Green, Silver, Pink, LocalLink 51, or 95. To hear the full interview, click on the link below. #ExploreBaltimore2019-11-1803 min
Maryland Transit TimesMaryland Transit Times: Baltimore Museum of ArtMaryland Transit Times host Ken Berger visited the Baltimore Museum of Art to speak with Senior Communication Director Anne Brown about their current exhibits as well as their screening of Solange Knowles’ new film “When I Get Home” at their Lexington Market BMA branch. The BMA is located next to the Johns Hopkins Homewood campus and is free to everyone looking to enjoy great works of art. To get to the museum you can take CityLink Silver and LocalLink 51 to Charles and Art Museum Dr. To learn more about their film screening and art exhibits, visit https://www.artbma.org.2019-08-0503 min
Maryland TimesMaryland Transit Times: Baltimore Museum of ArtMaryland Transit Times host Ken Berger visited the Baltimore Museum of Art to speak with Senior Communication Director Anne Brown about their current exhibits as well as their screening of Solange Knowles’ new film “When I Get Home” at their Lexington Market BMA branch. The BMA is located next to the Johns Hopkins Homewood campus and is free to everyone looking to enjoy great works of art. To get to the museum you can take CityLink Silver and LocalLink 51 to Charles and Art Museum Dr. To learn more about their film screening and art exhibits, visit https://www.artbma.org.2019-08-0503 min
Maryland TimesMaryland Transit Times: B&O Railroad MuseumMaryland Transit Times host Ken Berger visited the B&O Railroad Museum and had a chance to speak with Kris Hoellen, the executive director of the museum about their new WWI exhibit that tells the story of B&O railroaders who went overseas to run the trains that carried supplies and armament to the frontline. The First to Fight Railroaders in WWI exhibit will run until the end of August. The museum also has several other events and programs for students to participate in, such as First Responders Day on September 14th and Restore Baltimore a workforce development program that...2019-07-1703 min
Maryland Transit TimesMaryland Transit Times: B&O Railroad MuseumMaryland Transit Times host Ken Berger visited the B&O Railroad Museum and had a chance to speak with Kris Hoellen, the executive director of the museum about their new WWI exhibit that tells the story of B&O railroaders who went overseas to run the trains that carried supplies and armament to the frontline. The First to Fight Railroaders in WWI exhibit will run until the end of August. The museum also has several other events and programs for students to participate in, such as First Responders Day on September 14th and Restore Baltimore a workforce development program that...2019-07-1703 min
Maryland TimesMaryland Transit Times: Juarez Lee SheltonMaryland Transit Times host Ken Berger met up with MDOT MTA Bus Operator Juarez Lee Shelton of Northwest Bus Division to talk about his passion for sharing historical point of interest insights with this passengers along his route. Juarez is not your typical bus operator for MDOT MTA, he has a background in history and loves to share these historical insights with his passengers. He is currently driving on the LocalLink 80 route and connects with his passengers through history.2019-06-1203 min
Maryland Transit TimesMaryland Transit Times: Juarez Lee SheltonMaryland Transit Times host Ken Berger met up with MDOT MTA Bus Operator Juarez Lee Shelton of Northwest Bus Division to talk about his passion for sharing historical point of interest insights with this passengers along his route. Juarez is not your typical bus operator for MDOT MTA, he has a background in history and loves to share these historical insights with his passengers. He is currently driving on the LocalLink 80 route and connects with his passengers through history.2019-06-1203 min
Maryland TimesMaryland Transit Times: Rawlings ConservatoryOne of the best places to see Baltimore’s finest plants and flowers is at the Howard Peters Rawlings Conservatory in Druid Hill Park. Maryland Transit Times host Ken Berger met with the Executive Director of the Rawlings Conservatory Ann Green to talk about the history of the conservatory, the programs they have and how you can visit them. There is also a farmers market every Wednesday starting in June and runs until September from 3:30 PM to 7:30 pm. You can take LocalLink 82, 83, 85, 91 and CityLink Lime to get to the conservatory. To learn more about the conservatory, visit http://www.rawlingsconservatory.or2019-05-3104 min
Maryland Transit TimesMaryland Transit Times: Rawlings ConservatoryOne of the best places to see Baltimore’s finest plants and flowers is at the Howard Peters Rawlings Conservatory in Druid Hill Park. Maryland Transit Times host Ken Berger met with the Executive Director of the Rawlings Conservatory Ann Green to talk about the history of the conservatory, the programs they have and how you can visit them. There is also a farmers market every Wednesday starting in June and runs until September from 3:30 PM to 7:30 pm. You can take LocalLink 82, 83, 85, 91 and CityLink Lime to get to the conservatory. To learn more about the conservatory, visit http://www.rawlingsconservatory.or2019-05-3104 min
Maryland TimesMaryland Transit Times: Maryland Film FestivalThe Maryland Film Fest continues through Sunday, May 12th at the Parkway Theatre in the Station North Arts and Entertainment District. The 4 day and 5 night event will feature over 40 full-length films and 80 shorts. You could also get the chance to meet the filmmakers, attend special events and hear from guest speakers. To get more information about the festival, visit https://mdfilmfest.com. To get to the Parkway Threatre you can take CityLink Gold, Green, Silver and LocalLink 51 and 95 to Station North as well as the Light RailLink on North Ave and walk two blocks. #ExploreBaltimore2019-05-1004 min
Maryland Transit TimesMaryland Transit Times: Maryland Film FestivalThe Maryland Film Fest continues through Sunday, May 12th at the Parkway Theatre in the Station North Arts and Entertainment District. The 4 day and 5 night event will feature over 40 full-length films and 80 shorts. You could also get the chance to meet the filmmakers, attend special events and hear from guest speakers. To get more information about the festival, visit https://mdfilmfest.com. To get to the Parkway Threatre you can take CityLink Gold, Green, Silver and LocalLink 51 and 95 to Station North as well as the Light RailLink on North Ave and walk two blocks. #ExploreBaltimore2019-05-1004 min
Maryland TimesMaryland Transit Times: Baltimore Beach VolleyballMaryland Transit Times host Ken Berger met with Todd Webster Founder of Baltimore Beach Volleyball to talk about the history of the program. Baltimore Beach Volleyball was established in 1998 and, due to popular demand from its participants, they started hosting volleyball leagues and tournaments in 2001. The beach volleyball courts are located at Rash Field in the Inner Harbor along Key Highway and is accessible by transit on the CityLink Silver, Brown, Navy, LocalLink 71 and 67, and is walking distance from Light RailLink and Metro SubwayLink. To hear the full interview, click on MDOT MTA’s SoundCloud podcast below. #ExploreBaltimore2019-05-0602 min
Maryland Transit TimesMaryland Transit Times: Baltimore Beach VolleyballMaryland Transit Times host Ken Berger met with Todd Webster Founder of Baltimore Beach Volleyball to talk about the history of the program. Baltimore Beach Volleyball was established in 1998 and, due to popular demand from its participants, they started hosting volleyball leagues and tournaments in 2001. The beach volleyball courts are located at Rash Field in the Inner Harbor along Key Highway and is accessible by transit on the CityLink Silver, Brown, Navy, LocalLink 71 and 67, and is walking distance from Light RailLink and Metro SubwayLink. To hear the full interview, click on MDOT MTA’s SoundCloud podcast below. #ExploreBaltimore2019-05-0602 min
Maryland Transit TimesMaryland Transit Times: Books for KidsMaryland Transit Times host Ken Berger talks with Maryland Book Bank Program Manager Kim Crout about the 5th Annual Books for Kids held by the Maryland Book Bank. The organization is committed to cultivating literacy in children from under-resourced neighborhoods with a huge collection of books that children, parents, and teachers can take home and enjoy. Every year the Maryland Book Bank hosts their Books for Kids drive to collect a massive assortment of new and gently-used books from individuals and groups in the community. This year the event will be held on Saturday, May 4th at 1794 Union Avenue, Baltimore...2019-04-2003 min
Maryland TimesMaryland Transit Times: Books for KidsMaryland Transit Times host Ken Berger talks with Maryland Book Bank Program Manager Kim Crout about the 5th Annual Books for Kids held by the Maryland Book Bank. The organization is committed to cultivating literacy in children from under-resourced neighborhoods with a huge collection of books that children, parents, and teachers can take home and enjoy. Every year the Maryland Book Bank hosts their Books for Kids drive to collect a massive assortment of new and gently-used books from individuals and groups in the community. This year the event will be held on Saturday, May 4th at 1794 Union Avenue, Baltimore...2019-04-2003 min
Maryland Transit TimesMaryland Transit Times: Farmers Market and BazaarMaryland Transit Times host Ken Berger interviews Sam Hanson from the Baltimore Office of Promotion and the Arts about the Baltimore Farmers’ Market and Bazaar under the Jones Fall Expressway on the corner of E. Saratoga and Holliday Street. The Farmers’ Market and Bazaar is open every Sunday until December 22, 2019, and is accessible by transit on the CityLink Yellow, Green, Red and LocalLink 54, and 56. To hear the full interview, click on the SoundCloud link below. #ExploreBaltimore2019-04-1202 min
Maryland TimesMaryland Transit Times: Farmers Market and BazaarMaryland Transit Times host Ken Berger interviews Sam Hanson from the Baltimore Office of Promotion and the Arts about the Baltimore Farmers’ Market and Bazaar under the Jones Fall Expressway on the corner of E. Saratoga and Holliday Street. The Farmers’ Market and Bazaar is open every Sunday until December 22, 2019, and is accessible by transit on the CityLink Yellow, Green, Red and LocalLink 54, and 56. To hear the full interview, click on the SoundCloud link below. #ExploreBaltimore2019-04-1202 min
Maryland Transit TimesMaryland Transit Times: Take Transit to Camden YardsMaryland Transit Times host Ken Berger interviews MDOT MTA Acting Director of the Operations Control Center James Newton about using the various transit modes to get to the Orioles' game this season. There are 8 bus routes that go near the stadium CityLink Navy, Yellow and Brown lines; LocalLink 51, 54, 73, 76 and 94. As well as Metro SubwayLink and Light RailLink. To hear the full interview click on the SoundCloud link below, or visit our website mta.maryland.gov for schedule information. #ExploreBaltimore2019-04-0602 min
Maryland TimesMaryland Transit Times: Take Transit to Camden YardsMaryland Transit Times host Ken Berger interviews MDOT MTA Acting Director of the Operations Control Center James Newton about using the various transit modes to get to the Orioles' game this season. There are 8 bus routes that go near the stadium CityLink Navy, Yellow and Brown lines; LocalLink 51, 54, 73, 76 and 94. As well as Metro SubwayLink and Light RailLink. To hear the full interview click on the SoundCloud link below, or visit our website mta.maryland.gov for schedule information. #ExploreBaltimore2019-04-0602 min
Maryland Transit TimesMaryland Transit Times: Maryland Fleet Week 2018Maryland Fleet Week and Air Show begins this Wednesday, October 3 and runs through Tuesday, October 9 at the Baltimore Inner Harbor. Tune in as Ken Berger from Maryland Transit Times sits down with Executive Director of Historic Ships in Baltimore Christopher Rowsom to talk about this great event. Maryland Fleet Week is a public event for the whole family to participate with ships docked around the Inner Harbor, Fells Point, and North Locust Point area as well as an air show and a 5K run with the sailors. To get to the Inner Harbor you can take CityLink, LocalLink, Metro SubwayLink...2018-10-0103 min
Maryland TimesMaryland Transit Times: Maryland Fleet Week 2018Maryland Fleet Week and Air Show begins this Wednesday, October 3 and runs through Tuesday, October 9 at the Baltimore Inner Harbor. Tune in as Ken Berger from Maryland Transit Times sits down with Executive Director of Historic Ships in Baltimore Christopher Rowsom to talk about this great event. Maryland Fleet Week is a public event for the whole family to participate with ships docked around the Inner Harbor, Fells Point, and North Locust Point area as well as an air show and a 5K run with the sailors. To get to the Inner Harbor you can take CityLink, LocalLink, Metro SubwayLink...2018-10-0103 min
Maryland Transit Times4th of July Celebration at the Baltimore Inner HarborMegan Bosse from the Baltimore Office of Promotion & the Arts chats with Maryland Transit Times host Joanna Campbell about the 4th of July celebration taking place at the Inner Harbor on Tuesday, July 4th. The celebration starts at 7 p.m. with a live music performance from the Commodores Navy jazz ensemble at the Inner Harbor Amphitheater. The fireworks show starts at 9:30 p.m. and lasts for 17 minutes. MTA encourages everyone to take CityLink, LocalLink, Light RailLink, and Metro SubwayLink to the Inner Harbor for the celebration.2017-07-0103 min
Maryland Times4th of July Celebration at the Baltimore Inner HarborMegan Bosse from the Baltimore Office of Promotion & the Arts chats with Maryland Transit Times host Joanna Campbell about the 4th of July celebration taking place at the Inner Harbor on Tuesday, July 4th. The celebration starts at 7 p.m. with a live music performance from the Commodores Navy jazz ensemble at the Inner Harbor Amphitheater. The fireworks show starts at 9:30 p.m. and lasts for 17 minutes. MTA encourages everyone to take CityLink, LocalLink, Light RailLink, and Metro SubwayLink to the Inner Harbor for the celebration.2017-07-0103 min