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True Crime Cases You Haven't HeardThe SWIPE GOD Rapper Who Convicted Himself: Check Fraud CaseHunter Hudson Jr.'s check fraud case is one of the most self-incriminating true crime cases we've covered. The Montgomery rapper named his album "SWIPE GOD," gave a 27-minute interview titled "What You Know About Swiping," and coordinated his crimes through a Telegram group chat called "Fraud Academy"—while the FBI was already watching.Built from 294 pages of federal court documents, this crime case reveals how corrupt postal workers and a bank teller enabled over $2 million in fraudulent check deposits. A 73-year-old yacht club teaching kids to sail noticed $75,000 missing—and triggered the investigation that brought it all...
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Good Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastGrab Your Disc and Shop in Your UnderwearFrom a first-generation college graduate who refused to give up, to a billion-dollar tech unicorn hiding in Clarksburg, plus new ways to get outside and kick off the holidays—here's your daily dose of good news from Montgomery County.Your daily dose of good news from Montgomery County with Steve Rhode.Links:Maryland's Newest 18-Hole Disc Golf Course Opens: https://mocoshow.com/2025/11/14/marylands-newest-18-hole-disc-golf-course-is-now-open/Montgomery County Holiday Market Roundup: https://www.mymcmedia.org/montgomery-county-holiday-market-roundup/Forterra Hits $1B Valuation: https://mocoshow.com/2025/11/14/clarksburgs-forterra-now-valued-at-over-1-billion-after-major-funding-round/Paola Benitez-Marquez Graduates College: ht...
2025-11-1705 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastEat It or Wear It - Up to YouAn Olney neighbor received a police award for a life-saving act that happened back in May, Hollister is making its nostalgic return to Montgomery Mall tomorrow, and a Haitian restaurant is about to bring island flavors back to Silver Spring. Your daily dose of good news from Montgomery County with Steve Rhode.Links to today's stories:Hollister Returns to Montgomery Mall: https://mocoshow.com/2025/11/13/hollister-makes-its-comeback-at-montgomery-mall/Haitian Restaurant Chez Aviole Opening in Silver Spring: https://www.sourceofthespring.com/silver-spring-news/2887403/haitian-restaurant-chez-aviole-coming-soon-to-downtown-silver-spring/Montgomery County Police Awards Honor Civilians: https://www.mymcmedia.org/75-officers-and-two-civilians-honored-for-valor-at-county-police-awards/
2025-11-1406 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastThe 6'10" Blake High Kid About To Make HistoryYour Wednesday dose of good news from Montgomery County with Steve Rhode. Today: A magical light festival starting Friday, the Northern Lights dancing over Olney, a basketball phenom's big decision, and new dining options coming to Rockville.Links:Winter Lights Festival opens Friday in Gaithersburg: https://mocoshow.com/2025/11/12/winter-lights-festival-returns-this-week-to-gaithersburg/Northern Lights visible over Montgomery County: https://www.baltimoresun.com/2025/11/11/marylanders-see-northern-lights-amid-solar-storm/Baba Oladotun announces college decision Nov 19: https://mocoshow.com/2025/11/12/blake-hs-star-baba-oladotun-ready-to-make-his-pick-one-of-the-biggest-decisions-in-county-hoops-history/Brazilian steakhouse and Japanese restaurant coming to Rockville: https://bethesdamagazine.com/2025/11/12/brazilian-steakhouse-japanese-restaurant-twinbrook-quarter/Join the email list at TapY...
2025-11-1304 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastThe 100-Year-Old Who Chose War When He Didn't Have ToBob Stromberg walked into a draft board in 1943 and volunteered for World War II when everyone else was trying to avoid it—then spent his life learning what peace really means after caring for dying soldiers and concentration camp survivors. Also: a month-long tribute to veterans rolling through Montgomery County on buses, and community events packed across the calendar.Your daily dose of good news from Montgomery County with Steve Rhode.Stories: Operation Green Light buses throughout November: https://www2.montgomerycountymd.gov/mcgportalapps/Press_Detail.aspx?Item_ID=47886Bob Stromberg, 100-year-old WWII veteran: https...
2025-11-1208 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastWhat This Kid Did After Being Rejected Will Amaze YouYour daily dose of good news from Montgomery County with Steve Rhode. Today: A beloved Christmas tree tradition celebrates its 55th season, a baseball player who overcame impossible odds to reach the majors, Clarksburg girls win back-to-back state championships, and a Bethesda native excels at Yale.LINKS: North Star setting up for 55th Christmas tree season: http://eastmoco.blogspot.com/2025/11/north-star-setting-up-for-55th.htmlOtto Kemp Overcomes Odds to Make Major Leagues: https://viewpoint.pointloma.edu/otto-kemp-overcomes-odds-to-make-major-leagues-in-2025/Clarksburg girls flag football state championship: https://bethesdamagazine.com/2025/11/10/clarksburg-coyotes-flag-football-state-championship-win/Bethesda's Josh Pitsenberger at Yale: https...
2025-11-1106 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastCould You Actually Do This?Robert McKay fought cancer for 14 years, lost both parents, and never stopped playing guitar. His story proves what refusing to quit actually looks like. Also: Perry Hall's girls soccer team wins the wildest shootout to reach the state championship, Bob's Shanghai brings soup dumplings to Bethesda, and a local pizza chain gives a veteran a free franchise.Your daily dose of good news from Montgomery County with Steve Rhode.Links: Perry Hall girls soccer reaches state final: https://www.baltimoresun.com/2025/11/08/perry-hall-girls-soccer-leonardtown-class-4a-state-semifinals/Bob's Shanghai opening in Bethesda: http://robertdyer.blogspot.com/2025/11/bobs-shanghai-opening-soon-in-bethesda.htm...
2025-11-1007 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastIs Your Free Food Window in Jeporday!From bar trivia losses to Jeopardy! victory—Joe Evans' comeback win on national TV. Plus: free seafood in Rockville this week and half a million lights turning Kensington into holiday magic. Your daily dose of good news from Montgomery County with Steve Rhode.Story Links:California Fish Grill opening with free food in Rockville: https://mocoshow.com/2025/11/05/marylands-first-california-fish-grill-opens-this-weekend-with-free-food/Joseph Evans wins Jeopardy!: https://mocoshow.com/2025/11/04/mcps-teacher-joseph-evans-wins-on-jeopardy-after-thrilling-finish/Joe Evans watch party and details: https://www.thebanner.com/education/k-12-schools/joe-evans-teacher-jeopardy-takoma-park-middle-school-QS6TDCW62RH7NOCZU66C4M2VL4/Festival of Lights at Kensington temple: https://mocoshow.com/2025/11/05/48th-annual-festival-of-lights-returns-to-kensingtons-washington-d-c-temple-this-holiday-season/Join...
2025-11-0607 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastWinter Lights Return, Bob's Shanghai Expands & High Schooler Runs NonprofitYour daily dose of good news from Montgomery County with Steve Rhode. Today: Maryland's largest winter lights experience returns to Olney, Bob's Shanghai brings legendary soup dumplings to Bethesda, a Walt Whitman High School junior runs her own nonprofit fighting poverty, and the Thanksgiving Parade returns to Silver Spring.Links: Maryland's Largest Winter Lights Experience: https://mocoshow.com/2025/11/04/marylands-largest-winter-lights-festival-returns-nov-28th/Bob's Shanghai Expanding to Bethesda: https://mocoshow.com/2025/11/04/bobs-shanghai-expanding-to-bethesda-targeting-spring-2026-opening/Aarna Gundeti's Helping Hands for Humanity: https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/volunteercenter/awards/Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade: https://mocoshow.com/2025/11/04/montgomery-county-thanksgiving-parade-returns-on-saturday-november-22nd/...
2025-11-0505 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News Podcast150 Kids Without Beds, 475-Acre Park Opens & Downtown Crown Gets Restaurant RevivalStephanie Mitchell was just named Montgomery County's 2024 Volunteer of the Year for delivering over 150 beds to children since February through Sleep in Heavenly Peace. Plus, a massive 475-acre conservation park just opened in Poolesville, Downtown Crown in Gaithersburg is getting a restaurant renaissance, and a new West African spot in Silver Spring will serve you jollof rice until 3 AM.Your daily dose of good news from Montgomery County with Steve Rhode.Stories in this episode:Stephanie Mitchell named 2024 Volunteer of the Year: https://www.mymcmedia.org/14th-annual-montgomery-serves-awards-honors-outstanding-service-and-volunteerism/Montgomery Serves Awards 2025 honorees: ht...
2025-11-0406 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastViral Chef Returns Home, Olympic Fencer Perseveres & Local Authors Celebrated | Good Morning Montgomery County - Good NewsStart your Monday with proof that good people are doing good work! A TikTok-famous chef is bringing his viral food truck back to his old middle school for a fundraiser, a Bethesda Olympic fencer competed at an international tournament with borrowed gear after the airline lost all his equipment, a local mom is opening a nature-inspired play cafe for families, and Montgomery County writers are getting their first-ever showcase. That's the MoCo resilience and creativity we love.Stories in this episode:https://mocoshow.com/2025/10/30/viral-food-truck-flavor-hive-coming-to-martin-luther-king-jr-middle-in-germantown/https://www.baltimoresun.com/2025/10/30/sykesville-mom-of-3-to-open-nature-inspired-play-cafe/https://wtop.com/montgomery-county/2025/10/what-losing-his-luggage-taught-an-olympic-hopeful-from-montgomery-county...
2025-11-0306 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastMichelin-Recommended Soup Dumplings Open in Bethesda, Takoma Park Holiday Season Kicks Off & Local Athlete Gets Major Recognition | Good Morning Montgomery County - Good NewsWestfield Montgomery Mall just landed Nan Xiang, a Michelin-recommended soup dumpling spot that's been packed since opening, Takoma Park is kicking off the holiday season with festive markets and a cocoa crawl, Gonzaga's Walker Littleton earned Player of the Week honors and he's Naval Academy-bound, and veteran sports broadcaster Frank Hanrahan is bringing his big-league voice home to spotlight Montgomery County teams. Starting your day with stories like these reminds you that good things are happening right in your backyard - world-class food, community celebrations, hardworking student-athletes, and hometown pride.Stories in this episode:https://mocoshow...
2025-10-3107 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastTasty Bakery Opens, Winter Lights Returns & Flea Market Final Day | Good Morning Montgomery County - Good NewsBethesda's getting a new Mediterranean bakery with Algerian flavors this Sunday when Golden Fig Café holds its grand opening, Gaithersburg's beloved 30-year Winter Lights Festival tickets are on sale now (and selling fast), and Saturday's your last chance to hit Montgomery County's biggest flea market before it closes until spring. Three signs the season's changing in all the best ways.Stories in this episode:https://mocoshow.com/2025/10/28/golden-fig-cafe-bakery-to-hold-grand-opening-this-weekend-in-bethesda/https://www.thesentinel.com/communities/gaithersburg-winter-lights-festival-tickets-now-on-sale/article_0f85fd46-4a69-40fb-ace8-0bee4f6090c1.htmlhttps://mocoshow.com/2025/10/28/montgomery-countys-largest-flea-market-returns-for-final-event-of-the-season-this-saturday/Want daily good news in your i...
2025-10-3005 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastOlney Ale House Reopens After Big Fire, Child Care Heroes Honored & Quince Orchard Stays Perfect | Good Morning Montgomery County - Good NewsGreat way to start your Tuesday! A beloved Olney restaurant is back after six years (same burgers, same spot), ten local child care educators just got the recognition they deserve for shaping our youngest learners, Quince Orchard football reminded everyone why they've won 85 out of their last 88 games, and Montgomery County's lighting up green to honor our veterans.Starting your day with good news isn't just nice - it actually sets the tone for everything that follows. That's why we do this.Stories in this episode:https://www.mymcmedia.org/after-six-year-closure-olney-ale-house-reopens-tuesday/https://mocoshow.com/2025/10/27...
2025-10-2906 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastFarmers Market Baker Hits Eater DC's Best List & Thai Desserts Expand to Bethesda | Good Morning Montgomery County - Good NewsA Wootton High grad who started selling croissants at a farmers market just earned recognition as one of Eater DC's Best Bakeries Around D.C. Plus, beloved Silver Spring Thai dessert spot Sweeteria is expanding to downtown Bethesda. Your daily dose of good news from Montgomery County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Sunday Morning Bakehouse named one of Best Bakeries Around DC: https://mocoshow.com/2025/07/17/one-maryland-bakery-makes-list-of-the-best-bakeries-around-d-c/Sweeteria Dessert Café expanding to Bethesda: https://robertdyer.blogspot.com/2025/10/sweeteria-cafe-opening-bethesda-location.htmlJoin the email list at TapYourNews.com (https://TapYourNews.com) to get notified when new...
2025-10-2804 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastSix Years Later the Ale House Returns, Kids Learning Social Skills & EV Charging While You Shop | Good Morning Montgomery County - Good NewsThe historic Olney Ale House is finally reopening Tuesday after six years, a local speech pathologist created the Social Squad to help kids build social skills, and Walnut Hill Shopping Center in Gaithersburg is getting high-speed EV charging stations. Your daily dose of good news from Montgomery County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Olney Ale House Reopening After 6 Years: https://bethesdamagazine.com/2025/10/23/tasty-tidbits-olney-ale-house-reopening/Social Squad Program by Speech Pathologist: https://bethesdamagazine.com/2025/10/23/speech-language-pathologist-social-squad/Walnut Hill Shopping Center Getting EV Chargers: http://www.rockvillenights.com/2025/10/walnut-hill-shopping-center-adding.htmlJoin the email list at TapYourNews.com...
2025-10-2705 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastBabyCat Brewery Opens, Crêpe Shoppe Arrives & Zombie Walk This Saturday | Good Morning Montgomery County - Good NewsA brewery named after a tiny cat opens in Bethesda with actual food this time, Paris-meets-Maryland crêpes land in Gaithersburg, and two massive Halloween events taking over Silver Spring and Takoma Park this Saturday. Your daily dose of good news from Montgomery County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:BabyCat Brewery Opens New Bethesda Location: https://bethesdamagazine.com/2025/10/09/babycat-brewery-bethesda-october-opening/First Look: The Crêpe Shoppe Opens in Gaithersburg: https://mocoshow.com/2025/10/22/first-look-the-crepe-shoppe-opens-in-gaithersburg/Downtown Silver Spring Zombie Walk & Takoma Park Monster Bash Set for Saturday: https://www.sourceofthespring.com/silver-spring-news/2884579/downtown-silver-spring-zombie-walk-takoma-park-monster-bash-set-for-saturday/Guapo's Keeps the Party...
2025-10-2405 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastKid Entrepreneurs, Friendship Heights Rebound & Late-Night Cookies | Good Morning Montgomery County - Good NewsForty young entrepreneurs run real businesses at Saturday's FOXES Children's Business Fair in Gaithersburg, Total Wine opens Thursday bringing new life to Friendship Heights, BabyCat Brewery adds outdoor seating in Bethesda, and Insomnia Cookies brings late-night delivery to Silver Spring. Your daily dose of good news from Montgomery County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:FOXES Children's Business Fair: https://mocoshow.com/2025/10/21/foxes-childrens-business-fair-coming-to-gaithersburg-this-saturday-with-40-young-entrepreneurs-participating/Total Wine opens in Friendship Heights: https://bethesdamagazine.com/2025/10/21/total-wine-more-opening-friendship-heights/BabyCat Brewery outdoor seating: http://robertdyer.blogspot.com/2025/10/babycat-brewery-setting-up-outdoor.htmlInsomnia Cookies coming to Silver Spring: http://eastmoco.blogspot.com/2025/10/insomnia-cookies-coming-soon-to-silver.html...
2025-10-2303 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastThree-Time Champion Racing Dachshund, Luxury Bedding Store & Hilton's Multimillion Dollar Makeover | Good Morning Montgomery County - Good NewsA bedazzled dachshund named Leo wins his third straight racing title in Mount Airy, Boll & Branch brings high-end organic bedding to Bethesda Row, and the Hilton Rockville completes a multimillion-dollar renovation. Your daily dose of good news from Montgomery County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Mount Airy Dachshund Derby: https://www.baltimoresun.com/2025/10/21/church-holds-dachshund-derby/Boll & Branch opening at Bethesda Row: http://robertdyer.blogspot.com/2025/10/boll-branch-close-to-opening-at.htmlHilton Rockville renovation: https://mocoshow.com/2025/10/20/hilton-washington-dc-rockville-completes-multimillion-dollar-renovation/Join the email list at TapYourNews.com (https://TapYourNews.com) to get notified when new episodes drops.Got a g...
2025-10-2204 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastCrêpe Shop Opens, Vineyard Honored & Undefeated Soccer Champs | Good Morning Montgomery County - Good NewsThe Crêpe Shoppe opens its first brick-and-mortar location in Downtown Crown this Wednesday, Clarksburg's Burnt Hill Farm is named one of America's most stunning vineyards, Don Bosco Cristo Rey's soccer teams win their fourth straight championship undefeated, Andy's Pizza expands to Montgomery Mall, and Rockville's Ritchie Center becomes an international food destination. Your daily dose of good news from Montgomery County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:The Crêpe Shoppe opening Downtown Crown: https://mocoshow.com/2025/10/19/the-crepe-shoppe-to-open-first-birck-and-mortar-location-this-week/Burnt Hill Farm vineyard recognition: https://mocoshow.com/2025/10/19/a-look-at-the-maryland-vineyard-named-one-of-americas-most-stunning/Don Bosco Cristo Rey soccer championship: https...
2025-10-2103 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastPati Jinich Pop-Up, VR Gaming & Monster Bash Returns | Good Morning Montgomery County - Good NewsCelebrity chef Pati Jinich is bringing a burrito pop-up to Bethesda in early November, a new VR gaming experience just opened at Montgomery Mall, Kabob Zone is coming to downtown Bethesda, and Takoma Park's Monster Bash returns October 25th with parades and trunk-or-treat fun. Your daily dose of good news from Montgomery County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Pati Jinich Burrito Pop-Up: https://mocoshow.com/2025/10/16/celebrity-chef-pati-jinich-hosting-burrito-pop-up-in-bethesda/Immersa VR at Montgomery Mall: http://robertdyer.blogspot.com/2025/10/immersa-edutainment-vr-game-experience.htmlKabob Zone Opening: http://robertdyer.blogspot.com/2025/10/kabob-zone-opening-in-bethesda.htmlTakoma Park Monster Bash: https://mocoshow.com/2025/10/16/takoma-parks-monster-bash-returns-october-25-with-parade-live-music-and-trunk-or-treat-fun/Jo...
2025-10-2004 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastMoCo Restaurants Shine, Rescue Squad Fun & New Shops Open | Good Morning Montgomery County - Good NewsThree Montgomery County restaurants make Eater DC's essential list, the Bethesda-Chevy Chase Rescue Squad hosts a free family event Saturday, MINISO opens in Rockville with grand opening deals, a new Middle Eastern-pizza fusion spot debuts in Bethesda, and MoCo-based Kusshi Sushi expands to its 8th location. Your daily dose of good news from Montgomery County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Three MoCo restaurants on essential DC list: https://mocoshow.com/2025/10/15/four-maryland-restaurants-make-fall-update-of-38-essential-restaurants-around-dc-list/Rescue Squad Open House Saturday: https://mocoshow.com/2025/10/15/bethesda-chevy-chase-rescue-day-this-saturday/MINISO Grand Opening in Rockville: https://mocoshow.com/2025/10/16/miniso-to-offer-grand-opening-specials-this-weekend-for-new-rockville-location/Za'Atar Shawarma & Pizza in...
2025-10-1703 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastBethesda Gets New Restaurants, Haunted Halloween Bus & Fall Makers Market | Good Morning Montgomery County - Good NewsUchiko brings high-end smoky Japanese cuisine to downtown Bethesda, Sweeteria Cafe expands from Silver Spring with Thai-inspired desserts, the Monster Flash Bus returns for Halloween fun in Rockville, Germantown, and Wheaton on October 25-26, the Fall Makers Market is back at Rio Lakefront with 50+ local artisans, and Germantown's Rehab 2 Perform earned national recognition as a top growth accelerator. Your daily dose of good news from Montgomery County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Uchiko coming to Bethesda: http://robertdyer.blogspot.com/2025/10/uchiko-coming-soon-to-bethesda.htmlSweeteria Cafe Bethesda: http://robertdyer.blogspot.com/2025/10/sweeteria-cafe-opening-bethesda-location.htmlMonster Flash Bus Halloween: htt...
2025-10-1603 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastGold Medal Brewery, 30th Winter Lights & Fried Chicken Frenzy | Good Morning Montgomery County - Good NewsSilver Branch Brewing wins gold at the Great American Beer Festival, Gaithersburg's Winter Lights Festival returns for its 30th year, thousands line up for the Pollo Pinulito grand opening in Wheaton, a new Korean spot opens in Rockville, and Quince Orchard stays unbeaten with a thriller against Sherwood. Your daily dose of good news from Montgomery County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Silver Branch Brewing wins gold medalGaithersburg Winter Lights Festival 30th seasonPollo Pinulito opening in WheatonK Bap Express opens in RockvilleQuince Orchard stays unbeatenJoin the email list at TapYourNews.com to...
2025-10-1503 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastGarden of Lights Tickets Today, Free Haunted Manor & Porky Returns | Good Morning Montgomery County - Good NewsGarden of Lights tickets at Brookside Gardens go on sale this morning at 10 a.m., a family-run haunted house in Damascus collects canned goods for Manna Food Center on three October nights, Porky the Litter Eater at Cabin John Park gets a fresh makeover, and Ro Sushi Co. opens Thursday in Chevy Chase. Your daily dose of good news from Montgomery County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Garden of Lights tickets on sale today at 10 a.m.: https://montgomeryparks.org/montgomery-parks-will-open-ticket-sales-on-october-13-for-its-annual-garden-of-lights-winter-display-at-brookside-gardens/Free Haunted Manor returns to Damascus: https://mocoshow.com/2025/10/12/family-run-haunted-manor-returns-for-2025/Porky th...
2025-10-1303 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News Podcast#1 DMV Burger Gets Vietnamese Twist, Germantown Grad Hits Tonight Show & New Breweries Opening | Good Morning Montgomery County - Good NewsThe Washington Post's #1 burger teams up with PhoWheelz for a limited-time taco starting Oct 24, Germantown's Rei Ami performs on the Tonight Show and celebrates a platinum soundtrack, BabyCat Brewery opens in Bethesda with a Halloween grand opening, Sixty Vines wine bar debuts Sunday in Gaithersburg, RisuCon Comic Con takes over the fairgrounds, and a D.C. woman wins $50,000 on a Bethesda scratch-off. Your daily dose of good news from Montgomery County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Steezeburger and PhoWheelz taco collaboration: https://mocoshow.com/2025/10/09/the-washington-posts-1-burger-in-d-c-maryland-virginia-gets-a-vietnamese-twist-in-phowheelz-collab/Rei Ami on the Tonight Show: https://mo...
2025-10-1004 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastIce Rink Returns, Record Bike Drive & Pastries Meet Tacos | Good Morning Montgomery County - Good NewsRockville Town Square's outdoor ice rink reopens this Sunday for the season, Montgomery County breaks donation record with 334 bikes collected for residents in need, La Baguette Antojitos brings a pastry-and-taco combo to downtown Rockville, Oktoberfest returns to Gaithersburg's Kentlands this Sunday with free Bavarian fun, Marriott trains eight MCPS culinary teachers at their Test Kitchen, and Bethesda Magazine spotlights five school support staffers making a difference. Your daily dose of good news from Montgomery County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Ice Rink at The Square reopens Oct. 12Record 334 bikes collected for residentsLa Baguette...
2025-10-0904 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastFarm Distillery Opens, Oktoberfest Returns & Blue Ribbon Schools Honored | Good Morning Montgomery County - Good NewsSong Dog Farm Distillery holds its grand opening this Sunday in Boyds with award-winning bourbon and free tastings, Gaithersburg's 32nd Oktoberfest takes over the Kentlands with 30,000 expected attendees, Michelin-recommended Nan Xiang soup dumpling restaurant opens at Montgomery Mall, three Montgomery County schools earn Blue Ribbon honors, and Olney Boys & Girls Club heads toward record enrollment in its 56-year history. Your daily dose of good news from Montgomery County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Song Dog Farm Distillery Grand OpeningGaithersburg's 32nd Annual OktoberfestNan Xiang Soup Dumplings Opens in BethesdaThree MoCo Schools Named Blue Ribbon...
2025-10-0803 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastBar Crawl Raises $1,500, Chicken Basket Turns 47 & Quince Orchard Football Dominates | Good Morning Montgomery County - Good NewsA Kentlands bar crawl raised nearly $1,500 for foster kids over the weekend, Chicken Basket celebrates 47 years in Olde Towne Gaithersburg this Thursday, Falafel Inc brings its award-winning falafel and refugee support mission to downtown Silver Spring, and Quince Orchard football extends their winning streak to 18 games with a dominant victory over Churchill. Your daily dose of good news from Montgomery County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Kentlands Bar Crawl fundraiser success: https://mocoshow.com/2025/10/06/kentlands-bar-crawl-draws-record-150-participants-raises-nearly-1500-for-charity/Chicken Basket's 47th anniversary: https://mocoshow.com/2025/10/06/best-hole-in-the-wall-fried-chicken-spot-celebrates-47th-anniversary/Falafel Inc expanding to Silver Spring: https://moc...
2025-10-0703 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastPeruvian Food Arrives, Gaithersburg Kid Scores Big & Active Aging Week | Good Morning Montgomery County - Good NewsTaste of Bethesda drew huge crowds with perfect weather this past Saturday, Palacio De Perú brings authentic Peruvian cuisine to Montgomery Village, Eden West opens soon in Silver Spring with West African flavors, Gaithersburg native Jordan Addison catches game-winning touchdown for the Vikings in London, and Active Aging Week offers classes and events through Sunday at county rec centers. Your daily dose of good news from Montgomery County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Taste of Bethesda 2025 Photo GalleryPalacio De Perú Opens First Montgomery County LocationEden West Opening Soon in Silver SpringGaithersburg's Jordan Addison Ca...
2025-10-0603 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastTaste of Bethesda, Haunted Trails & $50M Cancer Research Win | Good Morning Montgomery County - Good NewsMontgomery County has a packed weekend ahead with Taste of Bethesda Saturday, Takoma Park Street Festival Sunday, plus Leech Woods Haunted Trail opens Friday night. Two new food spots are opening—Ba Le Sandwiches in Rockville and Falafel Inc. in Silver Spring—a local biotech just scored $50 million for cancer research, and a Montgomery College student's "Eric's ID Law" is now helping people with hidden disabilities stay safe. Plus, the Kelly Clarkson Show surprised the B-CC Rescue Squad with $10,000. Your daily dose of good news from Montgomery County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Tast...
2025-10-0304 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastMichelin Dumplings in Bethesda, Trunk or Treat & Schools Earn Blue Ribbons | Good Morning Montgomery - Good NewsWheaton's Arts Festival celebrated diversity last weekend, Michelin-recommended Nan Xiang soup dumplings opened at Westfield Montgomery, Fire & Rescue hosts Trunk or Treat October 29th in Gaithersburg, Call Your Mother Deli construction begins in Bethesda, Diamond and Wilson Wims Elementary named Maryland Blue Ribbon Schools, plus the fun history of America's first TV broadcast from Wheaton in 1928. Your daily dose of good news from Montgomery County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Wheaton Arts Festival: https://www.mymcmedia.org/wheaton-celebrates-diversity-during-annual-arts-festival-parade/Nan Xiang Soup Dumplings: https://mocoshow.com/2025/10/01/first-look-at-michelin-recommended-nan-xiang-soup-dumplings-only-maryland-location-now-open-in-montgomery-county/MCFRS Trunk or Treat: https://mocoshow.com/2025/10/01/mcf...
2025-10-0204 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastOldest EMT on TV, Michelin Restaurant Opens & Wootton Grads Star in Hit Show | Good Morning Good NewsMaryland's oldest active EMT appears on Kelly Clarkson Show today, Michelin-recommended Nan Xiang opens at Westfield Montgomery today, Taste of Bethesda returns Saturday, two Wootton High grads star in CBS's hit show Ghosts, Montgomery County high schools dominate state rankings with Poolesville at #1, Commas Food Hall opens in Silver Spring, three MoCo cities ranked best in America, and Potomac High's quarterback named Player of the Week. Your daily dose of good news from Montgomery County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Ed Levien on Kelly Clarkson Show: https://mocoshow.com/2025/09/30/the-oldest-active-emt-in-maryland-ed-levien-aka-pops-to-appear-on-the-kelly-clarkson-show-on-wednesday/Nan Xiang Soup D...
2025-10-0104 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News Podcast👶 Montgomery County Invests $10M in Early Childhood Education as Community Venues ReopenFriday brings major childcare support that sets kids up for lifelong success, plus beloved local spots reopening and weekend events worth your time. Research shows early education investments pay dividends for decades. Your daily dose of what's getting better in Montgomery County. Sign up for episode notifications and contact me at TapYourNews.com
2025-09-2603 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastMissing Persons Search Continues as Community Celebrates Victor the Cat's Safe ReturnMontgomery County Police seek help finding two missing residents while beloved Silver Spring shop cat comes home after two weeks. Plus, early education gets major funding boost, park improvements, and your Five to Thrive highlights. Sign up for episode notifications and contact me at TapYourNews.com
2025-09-2504 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastMontgomery County Food Scene Thrives as Community Supports Neighbors in NeedMontgomery County's food scene welcomes new spots like Commas Food Hall and Buffalo Wild Wings GO while the community rallies around families affected by recent tragic events. Plus, your Five to Thrive featuring local events and fall activities across Silver Spring, Bethesda, and Gaithersburg. TapYourNews.com
2025-09-2404 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News Podcast🎉 FALLFest Coming to Congressional Plaza; North Bethesda Homicide Investigation ContinuesCongressional Plaza in Rockville hosts its first-ever FALLFest on October 11th with puppy yoga, fitness classes, and Paw Patrol meet-and-greets. Plus, Montgomery County police continue investigating a homicide and kidnapping case in North Bethesda, with two suspects still at large. New restaurants and community updates from TapYourNews.com
2025-09-2304 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News Podcast🚨 North Bethesda Death Investigation Now Classified as HomicideMontgomery County Police are investigating a homicide after a man was found dead in an apartment on Montrose Road in North Bethesda Sunday morning. Downtown Crown in Gaithersburg is welcoming multiple new businesses including restaurants and a piercing studio this fall. Montgomery Blair High School kicks off its 100th anniversary celebration this Friday before homecoming. New dining options are opening across the DC area. Get your local news at TapYourNews.com
2025-09-2205 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News Podcast🚓 Florida Woman Dies in Shooting While Visiting Dickerson FamilyA Tallahassee woman visiting her elderly parents in Dickerson died after being shot in their home Friday. Montgomery County deputies issued a vote of no confidence in Sheriff Maxwell Uy amid workplace concerns. Song Dog Farm Distillery will celebrate its grand opening October 12 in Boyds with locally crafted spirits and community events. Two Montgomery County wrestling legends, Helen Maroulis and Kyle Snyder, captured world championship titles. Get the latest local news at TapYourNews.com.
2025-09-1905 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News Podcast📍 Dickerson Shooting Death Prompts Homicide Probe + Playground Rebuild MomentumToday’s Montgomery County update covers a Dickerson homicide investigation, a Greenbriar Local Park playground rebuild, and Takoma Park’s new library opening.We’ve also got a local burger tour plus five upbeat community highlights, from Rockville’s Bubble Tea Festival to new restaurants.Morning weather brings clearing skies and highs in the low‑to‑mid 80s, with a cool evening.Hear it all in a fast, friendly rundown for busy residents.Subscribe for daily local news at TapYourNews.com.
2025-09-1803 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastGood Morning Montgomery County — DC Police Shooting, Missing Teen, Oktoberfest ReturnsA North Bethesda man is fatally shot by DC police, a Germantown teen is missing, and a judge tacks 27 more years onto a Germantown stabbing case. Plus: scam calls from fake deputies, repeated thefts at Westbard Square, Victor the “Sheriff of Silver Spring” goes missing, and Germantown’s Oktoberfest returns with food, beer, and culture.Stay neighborly — and don’t miss today’s dad joke at the end.
2025-09-1705 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastCarjacking Arrest, Attempted Murder Suspect, Bethesda Crash, and Fall Events — Sept 16, 2025Good morning, Montgomery County — here’s what’s happening today: police make an arrest in a June carjacking, a suspect in a July attempted murder is still on the run, and a tragic motorcycle crash in Bethesda claims a life. We’ll also share the quick thinking that stopped a dump truck disaster on Colesville Road, details on the Back to School Block Party in Germantown, and the return of Taste of Rio in Gaithersburg. Plus, your full weather forecast, a daily Steveism, and today’s dad joke to start your day with a smile.👉 Want the news in your...
2025-09-1603 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastGood Morning Montgomery County — Northwood Lockdown, Bethesda Fire & RocktobierfestMontgomery County had a tense Thursday — Northwood High went into lockdown twice after reports of a gun on campus, with two teens later found carrying a BB gun and a bullet. A woman tragically lost her life in a Bethesda house fire, and police are asking for help to find a missing woman near Shady Grove. On the lighter side, Rocktobierfest is about to take over Rockville, Classic Bakery earned a spot on D.C.’s best cakes list, and we wrap up with today’s dad joke.Visit TapYourNews.com to sign up for email notifications when n...
2025-09-1203 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastGood Morning Montgomery County — Fake Cop, Chevy Chase Fire, Lucky TeacherStart your day in Montgomery County with the stories neighbors are talking about. A man posing as a police officer was arrested after pulling drivers over with fake lights and badges. Firefighters knocked down a blaze at a Chevy Chase home under renovation. Wildwood Shopping Center is gearing up for its Fall Vintage Market, Rockville is welcoming back a beloved Mediterranean restaurant, and a Germantown teacher just hit $50,000 on a Powerball ticket.Plus, Steve — or as neighbors call him, Granddude — brings a little wisdom, a lot of warmth, and your daily dad joke.
2025-09-1103 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastWeather, No-Right-on-Red Signs, and MoCo Pridet’s Wednesday, September 10th in Montgomery County! Today’s stories include a search for a missing Gaithersburg man, a parking garage thief caught on camera in Rockville, and hundreds of new “no right on red” signs aimed at making intersections safer. We’ll also share a quick Steveism, preview Bethesda Row’s upcoming Fall Soirée, and celebrate Germantown’s own Rei Ami starring in Netflix’s record-breaking KPop Demon Hunters. Plus, stick around for your dad joke of the day—it’s a pasta-powered punchline. Start your morning with the news you need and a neighborly smile. Visit TapYourNews.com...
2025-09-1004 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastGood Morning MoCo – Sandwich Glory, Safety Updates, JawsIt’s Tuesday, September 9th — your five-minute Montgomery County news update. Today: a Gaithersburg spot wins “Best Sandwich in Maryland,” Council eyes the University Boulevard Corridor Plan, and police announce arrests in the Long Branch shooting case. We’ve also got an update on shots fired near Castle Boulevard (no injuries), a Jaws 50th anniversary screening in Rockville, and Quince Orchard football flexing in a big win. Stay to the end for your daily dad joke — a quick laugh before you head out. Visit TapYourNews.com to sign up for email notifications when new episodes drop.
2025-09-0903 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastCar Show Returns, Detours Ahead, Community PrideToday in MoCo: the Rockville Antique & Classic Car Show returns next month, NOAA calls for a sunny mid-70s day, and a Dickerson road closure brings detours for three weeks. We cover two tough but important updates from Silver Spring — a park shooting with two suspects in custody and a Clarksburg townhouse fire with no injuries — then reset with good news: Irene’s Pupusas opens in Colesville and a Northwest High alum has reffed 450+ NBA games. Plus a gentle Steveism and a dad joke to end with a smile. TapYourNews.com
2025-09-0803 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastLibrary charges, new street rules, Germantown October FestMontgomery County’s news starts with charges against a Gaithersburg man accused of child sex abuse at the Quince Orchard Library. We’ve got your Friday weather, plus an update on hundreds of new “No Right on Red” signs aimed at making Bethesda and Silver Spring streets safer. Firefighters in Derwood rescued a resident from a serious apartment blaze, while Pines of Rome in Bethesda just won best pizza in the region. Police are also warning about a fake cop van spotted in Montgomery Village, and Germantown is gearing up for a big October Fest with music and parades. Visit Ta...
2025-09-0502 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastRockville Swatting Scare, Silver Spring Jazz Fest, Friday Night LightsThursday in Montgomery County: Rockville High and a nearby elementary go into secure mode after a swatting call, today’s stormy forecast, an arrest in a 2022 Silver Spring homicide, Silver Spring’s free Jazz Festival brings New Orleans vibes, Quince Orchard vs. Paint Branch kicks off under the lights, and Sarah’s Handmade Ice Cream earns a regional award. Neighborly news in five minutes, plus your daily dad joke. Visit TapYourNews.com to sign up for email notifications when new episodes drop.
2025-09-0402 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastCommunity Strength After Gaithersburg Tragedy, Plus Road ClosuresToday’s Montgomery County update brings tough news out of Gaithersburg, where neighbors are rallying to support the four children of Maritza Ferman Sorto after her tragic death. We’ve also got word on her partner’s arrest in Texas, a traffic closure on Frederick Road in Germantown, and the latest MCPS emergency protocol update for parents and students. On the lighter side, Takoma Park’s Folk Festival promises music, crafts, and fun this weekend, and an Aldi in Germantown had a very unusual visitor. Stick around to the end for today’s dad joke.Visit TapYourNews.com to sig...
2025-09-0303 minGood Morning Montgomery County, MD - Your Local MoCo Good News PodcastGaithersburg Arrest, School Calendar Shift, Strathmore SpotlightMontgomery County neighbors, here’s your quick morning rundown: police say a Gaithersburg murder suspect has been caught all the way in Texas, bringing some closure to a heartbreaking case. We’ll look at today’s weather, plus a heads-up on MCPS calendar changes parents should know about. Another big safety update is in the mix, along with a spotlight on Strathmore’s fall season. And of course, we’ll close with a quirky note to keep it light. From Rockville to Bethesda, Silver Spring to Germantown, it’s all the news you can use in under five minutes. Visit TapYou...
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Black-Eyed N BluesBEB 120 | $965,000 GuitarBlack-Eyed & Blues Show 120
Air Date 11 Dec 2013
Playlist:
Tas Cru- Brand New Shoes, Christine Ohlman & Rebel Montez- Everybody’s Got A Heartache, Mike Crandall Band- So Many Times, Max Creek- Angel of My Mind, Roxy Perry- Whole Dog, Damon Fowler- You Go Your Way, Shaka & the Soul Shakers- Mr. Levy’s Grave, The Mighty Soul Drivers- Everywhere You Go, Alexis P. Suter- Hole That I’m In, Tom Sanders & the Hornets- Holiday, Ryan Hartt & the Blue Hearts- Real Prince Charming, Cyril Neville- Swamp Funk, Anni Piper- If You Be My Baby, Gracie Curran & the High Falutin’ Band-Even With The...
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