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Charm City DreamersThe Optimistics - Richie FriemanIn this episode we interviewed Richie Frieman. St. Martin’s Press and Macmillan Publishing dubbed Richie Frieman a “Modern Day Renaissance Man” due to a career that spans life as an author, illustrator, artist, humorous etiquette expert Modern Manners Guy, entrepreneur, screenwriter, cartoonist, and even a champion professional wrestler. In Richie's latest book "The Optimistics", he enters a world of three best friends battling Young-Onset Dementia, to hear their opinions on life, career, love, family, and how to handle the undeniable fate of their futures. We discuss they key takeaways he learned, how to turn an idea into a book, and his op...2024-05-1436 min
Charm City DreamersRavens - Adam NeumanIn this episode we interview Adam Neuman: the Chief of Staff and Special Advisor to the President at Baltimore Ravens. Adam leverages his experience and education in sports, law, and public administration to support the strategic vision and operations of one of the most successful and respected franchises in the NFL. He joined the Ravens in July 2023, after serving for four years as the Chief of Staff, Strategy and Operations & Deputy General Counsel at the Big Ten Conference. We discuss how sports franchises can unite and shine a light on communities. Adam shares the business side of sports, and...2024-04-3039 min
Charm City DreamersAlma Cocina Latina - Irena SteinIn this episode we interview Irena Stein, the founder of Alma Cocina Latina, a James Beard Semi-Finalist Restaurant. Alma is not just a restaurant with deeply imaginative, exquisitely crafted food, it is a space that transports you into Venezuelan culture with every detail. In this episode, we explore Irena's journey as an immigrant and entrepreneur. Alma Cocina Latina is more than a restaurant, it is a communal space that convenes local leaders to discuss and explore meaning. We hope you Enjoy!2024-02-2531 min
Charm City DreamersEcoMap - Kevin CarterIn this episode we interview Kevin Carter, the Director of Business Development at EcoMap. EcoMap is a technology company focused on making information accessible and helping local ecosystems thrive. We also discuss the legacy and vision of recently deceased founder Pava LaPere. We hope you are inspired and motivated to learn more about the ecosystems that support your community. Enjoy!2024-01-1329 min
Charm City DreamersBaltimore Jewish Council (BJC) - Howard LibitIn this episode we interview the executive director of the Baltimore Jewish Council (BJC), Howard Libit. Given the continued rise in antisemitism and the national conversation around hate speech on college campuses, we thought it was important to learn about solutions addressing these problems in our community locally that can serve as an inspiration nationally. The Baltimore Jewish Council is the political and community relations arm of The Associated: Jewish Federation of Baltimore and its agencies. The BJC focuses on combatting Jewish hate through government relations, community engagement, Holocaust education, leadership development, Israel advocacy, and the Elijah Cummings Youth...2023-12-1741 min
Charm City DreamersAshkelon Partnership with The Associated: Jewish Federation of Baltimore (Baltimore-Israeli Partnership & Connection)In this episode we interview Matan Adar and Aviva Schwartz. This episode highlights the partnership between The Associated: Jewish Federation of Baltimore and the city of Ashkelon, Israel. Matan was a past visitor from Ashkelon who came to Baltimore through the partnership. He shares his experience on the ground in Israel during the current war. Aviva Schwartz, the director of Israel and Global Initiatives at The Associated, shares the work being done today with the Baltimore-Ashkelon partnership. It is our hope that you find this episode insightful and meaningful. Enjoy!2023-11-1343 min
Charm City DreamersADI - Elie Klein (Baltimore-Israeli Partnership & Connection)In this episode we interview Elie Klein, the director of development for USA & Canada of ADI Negev-Nahalat Eran. We discuss the current situation in Israel and the work they are doing at their 40 acre rehabiliation village. ADI is the Hebrew word for a radiant and multifaceted jewel, a name that reflects their expansive vision and broad scope of activities, including disability care, rehabilitation, research, employment, education, community services and Tikkun Olam. It also speaks to the importance and great value of their mission to care for the most precious members of our society – those who cannot care for themselves. AD...2023-11-0538 min
Charm City DreamersFagan Harris - Hall of Fame Re-ReleasesIn this episode we have a conversation with Fagan Harris, who is now the Chief of Staff for Governor Wes Moore. At the time of this episode, Fagan was the President and CEO of Baltimore Corps, an organization that enlists talented people in public service and social entrepreneurship in Baltimore City. Harris co-founded the organization with Wes Moore in 2013, and continues to set the organization’s strategic direction and lead its dedicated community of staff, fellows, associates, awardees, visionary cause leaders, and partners.2023-10-0338 min
Charm City DreamersMayor Brandon Scott - Hall of Fame Re-ReleasesIn this episode we have a conversation with Mayor Brandon Scott, who was the city council president and democratic nominee for mayor at the time of our interview. We explore his background, past achievements, and vision for Baltimore. Our discussion focuses on race equity and the future of policing. Lastly we spoke about how the innovative solutions to tackling social injustice in Baltimore can be a model to the rest of the country..2023-09-1831 min
Charm City DreamersTorrey Smith - Charm City Dreamers Hall of Fame Re-ReleasesTorrey Smith, former NFL Raven wide receiver and 2x Superbowl Champion, is the founder of Level 82. In this episode we explore the importance of mental health and how Level82 is helping leverage the power of community collaboration to enable all Baltimore families to reach their full potential2023-09-0932 min
Charm City DreamersMatthew Reeds- Baltimore HomecomingIn this episode we interview Matthew Reeds who is the new Deputy Director of Baltimore Homecoming. We discuss the city's unique assets and Baltimore Homecoming's mission to connect Baltimoreans from across the world with our city’s leaders and innovators to spark new collaborations and drive new investments in Baltimore’s future. We envision a world where Baltimore is recognized as a leading hub for social & private sector entrepreneurship and where local leaders work hand-in-hand with a global network of Baltimoreans to advance a more prosperous and just city. Furthermore Matthew has served on various boards including the Board of Reg...2023-08-0625 min
Charm City DreamersComptroller of Maryland - Brooke LiermanIn this episode we interview Brooke Lierman, the first female Comptroller of the State of Maryland. Brooke explains the role of the comptroller and the catalytic investments that give her optimism for the future of Maryland and the City of Baltimore. As Brooke states, "Maryland will never be a truly great state until Baltimore reaches its full potential." We hope you enjoy!2023-07-0426 min
Charm City DreamersCorey Voelkel - Aveley Farms Coffee RoastersIn this episode we interview Corey Voelkel the founder of Aveley Farms Coffee Roasters. We discuss food and coffee culture in Baltimore. Corey shares his vision for expansion and the story of building Aveley Farms after his experience in tech in San Diego. We hope you enjoy!2023-06-2425 min
Charm City DreamersYair Flicker - SmartLogicIn this episode we interview Yair Flicker the President and Founder of SmartLogic, Baltimore-based consultancy that has been building custom web and mobile software applications since 2005. We explore the journey of starting and running a small business, and examine how to build a niche community. Yair discusses the future of technology and the advantages to launching a business in the Baltimore community. We hope you enjoy!2023-06-0226 min
Charm City DreamersChrissy Thornton - Associated Black CharitiesMeet the new CEO of the Associated Black Charities (ABC), Chrissy Thornton. Learn about ABC's mission to work as an educator, advocate and supporter to eliminate the race-based barriers that have been created by structural racism. In this episode, we explore Chrissy story as a non-profit leader and how she hopes to expand the scope and impact of the work of the Associated Black Charities through collaborations with other communities. We hope you enjoy!2023-04-0831 min
Charm City DreamersMark Anthony Thomas - Greater Baltimore Committee (GBC)Mark Anthony Thomas will serve as the GBC’s first CEO since the organization’s spring merger with the Economic Alliance of Greater Baltimore (EAGB). The merger linked two major regional organizations to better align efforts around a singular vision and to position the Greater Baltimore region to address critical challenges facing the communities the organization serves. In this episode we explore economic development, Mark's history serving civic institutions, and the opportunities of public/private partnerships. Enjoy!2023-03-1924 min
Charm City DreamersMustafa Al-Adhami - Astek DiagnosticsDr. Al-Adhami, CEO, envisioned and developed the technology behind the Jiddu, and founded Astek after winning multiple entrepreneurship awards, while completing his PhD in Mechanical Engineering. The company is currently located in University Of Maryland's biopark. We discuss his story from immigrant to entrepreneur and highlight the growing biotechnology sector in Baltimore.2023-02-2620 min
Charm City DreamersDelegate Mark Edelson - Maryland LegislatureLearn about the Maryland General Assembly with newly elected delegate Mark Edelson. In this episode, we explore his story as an immigrant from South Africa to now serving in the Maryland House of Delegates. Mark shares his legislative agenda and hopes for the state and our city. We discuss why he is optimistic and how he fell in love with Baltimore "a city of hidden gems".2023-02-1130 min
Charm City DreamersLive Baltimore - Annie MilliIn this episode, we have the honor and privilege of interviewing Annie Milli the Executive Director of Live Baltimore. Live Baltimore works citywide to grow Baltimore’s economy by attracting residents, retaining residents, and supporting healthy housing markets. Each year, Live Baltimore provides thousands of individuals with information on the city’s 250+ neighborhoods, rental living options, homebuying incentive programs, historic tax credits, and more.2023-01-1527 min
Charm City DreamersWaterfront Partnership - Adam Lindquist & Chelsea AnspachIn this episode we highlight Adam Lindquist, VP of Programs, and Chelsea Anspach communications manager with waterfront partnership. We discuss their mission and vision of maintaining and enhancing a clean, green, safe, sustainable, and thriving urban waterfront for all to enjoy. We discuss topics ranging from Mr. Trashwheel to the Healthy Harbor Initiative. We hope you enjoy!2022-12-2430 min
Charm City DreamersSri Sarma - NeuroTech Harbor In this episode, we interview Sridevi Sarma, associate professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering and vice dean for graduate education at the Whiting School of Engineering, develops computational, data-driven, and biological approaches to advance the knowledge and treatment of diseases of the nervous system including epilepsy, chronic pain, Parkinson’s disease, and insomnia. She is also the executive director of NeuroTech Harbor which is an accelerator focused on advancing the development of solutions that improve neurological health through the lens of Equitech values of inclusivity. Enjoy!2022-11-0625 min
Charm City DreamersJC Faulk - Bmore Community FoodJC Faulk is the founder of Bmore Community Food. Bmore Community Food feeds vulnerable people across Baltimore City, by rescuing good food that would ordinarily be thrown away, and then supplementing it with fresh meat and non-perishable goods. This work brings our most vulnerable city residents into the light. They have been isolated and marginalized for far too long. It is the aim of Bmore Community Food to end the suffering caused by food insecurity.2022-09-2430 min
Charm City DreamersJames Webb Space Telescope - Yong Taing In this episode, we interview Yong Taing, the information technologist of the Space Telescope Science Institute (STScI) which created the James Webb & Hubble Space Telescopes. The James Webb Telescope is the largest telescope in space and its initial photos have already identified thousands of never-before-seen stars. We hope this intergalactic dreamer inspires you to think bigger. Enjoy!2022-09-1529 min
Charm City DreamersDr. Jessica Lee - Access to Reproductive Health Care In this episode, we interview Dr Jessica Lee. Dr. Lee is an OBGYN at University of Maryland and she is the Director of Family Planning. Dr. Lee believes all women deserve access to and support for comprehensive reproductive health care. Given the recent Supreme Court case overturning Roe V Wade, we wanted to share an episode on the real life implications of the decision and how Maryland is leading the charge on women's comprehensive healthcare.2022-08-0727 min
Charm City DreamersBrian Plante - Alfred GroupIn this episode we interview Brian Plante, the culinary director of the Alfred Group. Brian was previously the chef at Rye Street Tavern and we discuss all things food in Baltimore. We hope this episode inspires you to explore the amazing Baltimore restaurant scene. Enjoy!2022-05-0224 min
Charm City DreamersAVAM - Rebecca Hoffberger Rebecca Alban Hoffberger is the founder, director and principal curator of the American Visionary Art Museum (AVAM). As a life-long devotee of the power of intuition and fresh thought, Rebecca is constantly challenging the status quo. In this episode we explore how Rebecca founded the museum, delve into her view on the art world, and share her vision for the future. 2022-04-1744 min
Charm City DreamersThe Black Olive - Stelios Spiliadis The Black Olive Restaurant sits in quaint elegance on the cobblestone section of Bond Street in old Fells Point. The restaurant is owned by the Spiliadis family, whose passion for food as art is grounded in a basic aesthetic principle: cook your food with an eye towards simplicity and tradition, and use only the finest ingredients, no matter what it takes to find them. The restaurant & family have created a baltimore institution where the environment ensures that the depth of conversation & activism matches the richness of flavor their food elicits. 2022-04-0236 min
Charm City DreamersThe Black Olive - Stelios SpiliadisThe Black Olive Restaurant sits in quaint elegance on the cobblestone section of Bond Street in old Fells Point. The restaurant is owned by the Spiliadis family, whose passion for food as art is grounded in a basic aesthetic principle: cook your food with an eye towards simplicity and tradition, and use only the finest ingredients, no matter what it takes to find them. The restaurant & family have created a baltimore institution where the environment ensures that the depth of conversation & activism matches the richness of flavor their food elicits.2022-03-3036 min
Charm City DreamersHersh's Pizza - Josh Hershkovitz When you combine honest, locally-sourced food with staff that is treated like family, you create an environment and experience known as Hersh's. Learn about the thoughtfulness behind the food, service, and welcoming environment of my favorite high-end pizza restaurant. Enjoy this continuation of our series focused on local food entrepreneurs: "What's Cookin Good Lookin!" Enjoy!2022-02-2326 min
Charm City DreamersCafe Dear Leon - Min Kim Cafe Dear Leon is using food to write a love letter to our community. Learn about the thoughtfulness behind the food, service, and welcoming environment of this new top bakery in town. Enjoy this continuation of our series focused on local food entrepreneurs: "What's Cookin Good Lookin!" 2022-02-1431 min
Charm City DreamersOvenbird - Keiller KyleLearn about how this home baker founded one of Baltimore's most popular and fastest growing bakeries in Baltimore. Bagels, chirp cookies, snickerdoodles, turkey havarti sandwiches and more! Enjoy this continuation of our series focused on local food entrepreneurs.2022-01-3029 min
Charm City DreamersThibault Manekin - Lexington MarketBothered by how real estate and the control of land seemed to have done more to divide us as people than actually bring us together, in 2006 Thibault moved back to Baltimore where he helped start Seawall, an impact driven company made up of passionate social entrepreneurs who believe in re-imagining the real estate industry as we know it. Seawall believes that all facets of the built environment should be used to empower communities, unite our cities, and help launch powerful ideas that create important movements. Since its inception, the company has focused its energy and resources on providing discounted ap...2021-12-1932 min
Charm City DreamersAlec Ross - Raging 2020'sAlec Ross is one of the world’s leading experts on innovation. Author of New York Times–bestselling book "The Industries of the Future", he is currently a Distinguished Visiting Professor at The University of Bologna Business School and a Board Partner at Amplo, a global venture capital firm. During the Obama Administration, he served as Senior Advisor for Innovation to the Secretary of State, to help modernize the practice of diplomacy and advance America’s foreign policy interests. In this episode we explore his new book "The Raging 2020s" and the social contract requir...2021-12-1229 min
Charm City DreamersBrickrose Exchange - Bianca JacksonBrickRose Exchange has been recognized for its positive contributions and lasting effects on the community by American Express, iFundWomen, Comcast and other organizations. As part of our series on the future of innovation, we interviewed Bianca on how to re-imagine real estate. BrickRose provides space and education for artists, creatives, and non-profit organizers. They strive to make the creative community more accessible through their shared network of resources with other like-minded organizations who share a passion for social change!2021-12-0525 min
Charm City DreamersSusan Francis - Maryland Volunteer Lawyers ServiceMaryland Volunteer Lawyers Service (MVLS) - Removes barriers to justice through free civil legal help, community engagement, and advocacy for equitable laws. Their vision is for a fair legal system that is free of injustice and equitably serves underrepresented Marylanders. In this episode we interview executive director Susan Francis about the future of our legal system and the national implications of their work. Enjoy! 2021-11-2629 min
Charm City DreamersDent Education - Hailey Jordan & Assi SyDent Education promotes equity by empowering under-resourced youth to discover and develop their innate creative potential to shape the world around them. They have reached 2,000 students and help them earn $185,000. In this episode we explore the future of education and entrepreneurship with Experiential Learning & Marketing Director Hailey Jordan as well as 16 year old Made@Dent co-owner and Marketplace director Assi Sy. Enjoy!2021-11-0727 min
Charm City DreamersJohn Brothers - President of T.Rowe Price FoundationIn this episode we explore corporate charitable giving and the future of philanthropy. John currently serves as the President of the T. Rowe Price Foundation and President of the Program for Charitable Giving. Enjoy!2021-10-3034 min
Charm City DreamersReading Partners - Jeffrey ZwillenbergFor more than 10 years, Jeffrey Zwillenberg has focused his career in education reform to help ensure that all kids have the opportunity to be successful in school and beyond. As the Senior Executive Director of Reading Partners Baltimore, Jeffrey leads a staff and AmeriCorps team of 35+ members, achieving programmatic, community engagement, and fundraising goals to further expand and evolve Reading Partners' impact on Baltimore students and throughout Baltimore communities. Prior to Reading Partners, Jeffrey held several roles at national nonprofit New Leaders, including the national director of program operations and the national director of city team operations.2021-09-0638 min
Charm City DreamersMac Conwell - Early Stage Startup EcosystemMcKeever "Mac" Conwell II is the founder and managing partner of RareBreed Ventures. Mac is a former software engineer and two-time founder. One of Mac's companies failed, the other went on to a succesful exit. In this episode we explore the early stage startup ecosystem in the region and specifically discuss investing in under-represented communities.2021-08-2824 min
Charm City DreamersTom Osha - Innovation DistrictsIn this episode, we interview Tom Osha who is the senior vice president of innovation and economic development of the Wexford Science & Technology Institute. We explore what is an innovation district and how the work they are doing at University Of Maryland Bio-Park and other projects can be scaled nationally to expedite the future of industry and innovation.2021-08-2139 min
Charm City DreamersCarim Khouzami - BG&E CEO2021-08-1530 min
Charm City DreamersBaltimore Tracks - Nick Culbertson & Sherrod DavisBaltimore Tracks is a coalition of Baltimore-based technology & tech-enabled company leaders that are committed to increasing opportunities for People of Color in technology. Learn more about this initiative through our interview with Baltimore Tracks co-founders Nick Culbertson (CEO of Protenus) and Sherrod Davis (Chief of Staff of Protenus) 2021-08-0131 min
Charm City DreamersEddie Resende - World Trade Center Institute (WTCI)Eddie is the Co-CEO of the World Trade Center Institute (WTCI). WTCI's mission is to empower globally-minded leaders with new ideas and valuable connections. They believe that sharing knowledge and experiences makes a positive impact on Maryland and across the globe. Today more than 2,500 Maryland firms benefit from WTCI’s global connections, events, programs and services. Their members range from local startups to many of the region’s top corporations, universities, and government agencies.2021-07-2121 min
Charm City DreamersRon Gula - Cyber Security IndustryRon is President at Gula Tech Adventures which focuses on cyber technology, cyber policy and recruiting more people to the cyber workforce. Since 2017, GTA has invested in dozens of cyber start-ups and funds and supported multiple cyber nonprofits and projects. Ron was the co-founder and CEO of Tenable Network Security. He helped grow the company to 20,000 customers, raise $300m in venture capital and grow revenues to $100m, setting up the company for an IPO in 2018. Please enjoy this episode focused on the future of inudstry!2021-07-1024 min
Charm City DreamersChristy Wyskiel - Johns Hopkins Technology VenturesChristy Wyskiel is the Senior Advisor to the President of Johns Hopkins University for Innovation & Entrepreneurship. In this role, she also serves as the Executive Director of Johns Hopkins Technology Ventures, the division of the university responsible for technology transfer, industry research partnerships, and company incubation under the brand ‘FastForward.’ Since her appointment in 2013, Christy has transformed the culture of commercialization at Johns Hopkins, opening 43,000 square feet of FastForward innovation space to support startup companies, facilitating the creation of 90+ companies, and generating $333 million in university revenue from licensing and industry collaborations. Johns Hopkins University startups have raised over $2.7 billion in ven...2021-06-2623 min
Charm City DreamersJamie McDonald - UpsurgeIn this episode we explore the future of industry in Baltimore and how it has the potential to be the first "EquiTech" city. Jamie McDonald is CEO of UpSurge. She is an experienced entrepreneur, movement builder, and speaker. Prior to joining UpSurge, she was an advisor to global entrepreneurs, social innovators, and impact-focused executives. She’s been deeply involved in work on behalf of Baltimore throughout her career.2021-06-1836 min
Charm City DreamersTT the Artist - Dark City Beneath the BeatTT the Artist is the director of the documentary "Dark City Beneath The Beat". In this episode we explore Baltimore Club Music and mental health. "Dark City Beneath The Beat" is a musical, documentary reimagining the narrative of Baltimore City through its home grown sound and dance known as Baltimore club music.2021-06-1224 min
Charm City DreamersJohn Friedel - The Baltimore StationThe Baltimore Station turns lives around. They are an innovative therapeutic residential and outpatient treatment program supporting veterans who are overcoming obstacles to regain self-sufficiency. In this episode we explore art as a means of therapy for Veterans struggling with mental health, homelessness, and addiction.2021-06-0721 min
Charm City DreamersLiz Miller - Mural Tours, Art, & Mental HealthLiz has been a choreographer and a teaching artist in the inner city for around 20 years; she also grew up in poverty which colors the lens through which she creates. Experiencing growing up mixed race in the inner-city regularly inspires her creations; past and present. She is an inter-disciplinary artist focused on the themes of blackness in America, cultural traditions surrounding african american hair and afro-futurism. Liz also provides mural art tours through Baltimore City.2021-05-3124 min
Charm City DreamersJeffrey Kent - Art & Mental Health Jeffrey Kent combines dramatic gestures, vivid colors, multiple layers, impasto, and reverse text in his paintings. His struggle with dyslexia (without access to diagnosis and care) is a recurring theme expressed in reverse text. His bricolage artworks consider the history of inequity by manipulating objects of daily life. In his critique of accessibility of the Art World, Kent’s street performances, community investment projects, and multimedia public presentations bring fine art to people who wouldn’t have opportunities to experience it. In addition to his art practices, Kent founded the folded alternative art space in Baltimore, Subbasement Artist Studios (2004-201...2021-05-2339 min
Charm City Dreamers100 Episodes in ReviewWe are so proud to release this episode to recap the last 100 episodes. Thank you so much to our listeners and supporters for helping make this happen. We hope you enjoy the review and it inspires you to make a difference in your community! If you are moved by this episode feel free to check out our past dreamers!2021-05-1627 min
Charm City DreamersArt & Mental Health - Landis Expandis & Michael OwenIn this episode we explore the cross section of art and mental health. Our conversation highlights two nationally renown Baltimore artists: Landis Expandis & Michael Owen. Landis is a man of multi-faceted talent: he is a painter, musician, and DJ. Best known as the lead singer and drummer for the All Mighty Senators, a Baltimore funk rock band that has toured the country and released more than fifteen albums. Michael is acontemporary American painter. Since 2003, he has created hundreds of large-scale works, exploring social, emotional and spiritual issues.2021-05-0844 min
Charm City DreamersAll Walks of Life- Shaney PendletonAll Walks of Life is a premier urban center for whole healthcare specializing in behavioral health. AWL provides the highest level of comprehensive care to those in need throughout Maryland’s schools and communities. Ms. Pendleton began her tenure at AWL fourteen years ago as a consultant and she quickly realized her ideals aligned with the mission and vision of AWL and joined the Executive Team a year later. Shaney is a qualified behavioral health professional and continues to maintain her credentials as a Child and Family Resiliency Practitioner (CFRP) from the Psychiatric Rehabilitation Association and Foundation.2021-04-2426 min
Charm City DreamersBehavioral Health System Baltimore - Adrienne BreidenstineAdrienne Breidenstine is Vice President of Policy and Communications. She directs the development of communications and policy and advocacy activities for Behavioral Health System Baltimore, coordinates BHSB’s policy priorities with non-profit and governmental partners, implements media, public education and advocacy campaigns to create positive behavior and policy change, and oversees the implementation of the Greater Baltimore Regional Integrated Crisis System (GBRICS) Partnership.2021-04-1827 min
Charm City DreamersChild Neglect & Abuse - Dr. DubowitzDr. Howard Dubowitz is a clinician, researcher, and educator, and he is active in the policy arena. His main interests are in child neglect and prevention. Dr. Dubowitz led the development of the Safe Environment for Every Kid (SEEK) model, building upon the opportunities in pediatric primary care to help prevent abuse and neglect.He is a Past-President of the Ray Helfer Society, an honorary international group of physicians working in the child maltreatment field. He has served on the Executive Council of the International Society for the Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect and the national boards of th...2021-04-1035 min
Charm City DreamersZach Snitzer - Maryland Addiction Recovery CenterZach Snitzer is the Corporate Director of Marketing at Maryland Addiction Recovery Center (MARC) and is responsible for the business development, marketing, branding, public relations, communications, and social media strategies of the organization.Due to his own personal journey of recovery, Zach had a vision of bringing world class long-term treatment to his home state that viewed addiction as a chronic illness and offered a continuum that truly aided in healing patients and families with a path of sustainable recovery.2021-04-0433 min
Charm City DreamersNAMI - Kerry Graves & Tevis SimonKerry Graves serves as the Executive Director of NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore. In her role, she provides leadership for NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore’s mission of improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness. NAMI Metro Baltimore is one of the largest and most active local affiliates of NAMI, the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization. Tevis Simon is a Baltimore Maryland native and loving mother of one adult daughter and grandson. She received her call to mental health advocacy in 2015 as she battled with the acceptance of her mental health diagnosis. Deciding to become educa...2021-03-2733 min
Charm City DreamersTorrey Smith - Level82Torrey Smith, former NFL Raven wide receiver and 2x Superbowl Champion, is the founder Level 82. In this episode we explore the importance of mental health and how Level82 is helping leverage the power of community collaboration to enable all Baltimore families to reach their full potential .2021-03-2031 min
Charm City DreamersHealth Commissioner - Dr. Letitia DzirasaDr. Letitia Dzirasa joined Baltimore City government as the Commissioner of Health in March 2019. Dr. Dzirasa, a Hopkins trained pediatrician, believes that equitable care is basic right for all and will tirelessly advocate for programs that support the overall health and wellbeing of all Baltimore city residents. Dr. Dzirasa’s special interests include obesity management and prevention, trauma informed care in children and adolescents, and expanded use of technology to improve health outcomes. 2021-03-0627 min
Charm City DreamersProject Heal - Maisha Huq & Shay SharpeProject HEAL (Health through Early Awareness and Learning) is a University of Maryland Public Health Initiative to focused on cancer related disparities across different communities. They practice evidence-based intervention that uses a Community Health Advisor approach to increase cancer awareness early detection. Maisha is a graduate research assistant for the lab and Shay Sharpe is a community partner, founder of Shay Sharpe's Pink Wishes and 2x breast cancer survivor.2021-02-2740 min
Charm City DreamersReproductive Justice & Advocacy - Regina ReedRegina Reed, MPH is an advocate and organizer for health care justice. Regina is the Policy Manager at the National Health Care for the Homeless Council where she lobbies for national policy change to increase access to health care for vulnerable people. She is also a Board Member with the Baltimore Abortion Fund (BAF). BAF provides financial assistance to people who live in or travel to Maryland for abortion care and uses an intersectional reproductive justice lens to dismantle white supremacy and remove systemic barriers to accessing care. 2021-02-2221 min
Charm City DreamersErin Levitas Foundation - Marissa JachmanEnjoy our latest episode with Marissa Jachman, the Executive Director of the Erin Levitas Foundation. Erin Levitas (Marissa's cousin) died from cancer at age 22. A senior in college, Levitas was about to head to law school when she learned of her terminal diagnosis. The family created the Erin Levitas Foundation to honor her memory and to make sure the work she wanted to see in the world could happen: working with teens and young adults to prevent sexual assault.2021-02-1334 min
Charm City DreamersAna Rodney - MOMCaresAna Rodney is the founder of MOMCares. MOMCares is a postpartum doula program designed to support mothers of color in the NICU who identify themselves as under supported and facing financial stressors. MOMCares provides packaged meals, transportation, bedside support, self care opportunities and child care for older siblings to mothers in need. 2021-02-0738 min
Charm City DreamersEric Jackson - Black Yield InstituteEric Jackson is an organizer, educator, and filmmaker, humbly serving as the visionary and a co-founder of Black Yield Institute, committed to building a movement toward Black Land and Food Sovereignty in Baltimore. Currently, he and his team are committed to a 1.25 acre urban agriculture operation and building a cooperatively-owned grocery store in South Baltimore, while also conducting Black-led research, facilitating political education, and organizing an action network. 2021-01-3140 min
Charm City DreamersWendy Jeffries - TasteWise KidsWendy Jeffries is the founding Executive Director of TasteWise Kids. TasteWise Kids empowers kids to think about food in new ways, to explore their own sense of taste, and to build healthy eating habits. Learning directly from farmers, chefs and other food professionals kids learn food comes from and how to prepare their own healthy food options. 2021-01-2424 min
Charm City DreamersNichole Mooney - Black Girls CookNichole Mooney is the Executive Director and Founder of Black Girls Cook (BGC). BGC is a non-profit organization with a mission to teach adolescent girls of color self-actualization techniques and life-skills through the use of culinary arts and edible gardening. Hands-on cooking classes are not taught in schools and businesses that teach cooking classes for kids are very expensive. Therefore, girls living in households with limited incomes and don’t have access to healthy food options tend to eat convenience foods which over time impacts their health in a negative way. Food equity and access to cooking cla...2021-01-1827 min
GAMEPLANU Today - Mindset Monday w/ Denise ZackMindset Monday Podcast with Denise Zack and Guest Scott GarberScott joins me today to talk about his journey, pivoting in his career and how trusting yourself is critical in creating your own success. His energy and excitement for life is contagious and he sends a positive message to us all! Thank you Scott for taking the time to come on the podcast today!2021-01-1537 min
Charm City DreamersSue Elias - Moveable FeastIn this episode we interview executive director of Moveable Feast Sue Elias. Moveable Feast strives to foster a community that cares for men, women and children living with HIV/AIDS, cancer, and other life-threatening illnesses by preparing and delivering nutritious meals and groceries and providing nutritional counseling and other services. This is a continuation of our series on Food Resiliency and specifically explores food as medicine and healthcare.2021-01-0924 min
Charm City DreamersMatt Burke - Food Rescue BaltimoreMatt Burke is the executive director of Food Rescue Baltimore. In this episode we discuss how access to food is a basic human right, and should not be dependent on class or economic interests. Food Rescue Baltimore is dedicated to food justice: ensuring equal access to nutritious food, and providing for those in need in Baltimore's communities.2020-12-2743 min
Charm City DreamersFarmer Nell - City Weeds & Be More GreenFarmer Nell is the founder and owner of City Weeds, an innovative urban agricultural business in Baltimore, that is striving to make healthy food options available in the city’s food deserts. He also founded Be More Green which promotes youth empowerment. In this episode we discuss how he reimagines the corner store to become place to promote healthy living.2020-12-2033 min
Charm City DreamersHolly Freishtat - Food Policy DirectorMs. Freishtat is Baltimore City’s first Food Policy Director and is the Chief of Food Policy & Planning Division in the Department of Planning. She created and oversees the Baltimore Food Policy Initiative (BFPI) with the goal to address food system policy and to build an equitable and resilient urban food system. She works city-wide with many government departments to align priorities and projects around improving the Baltimore City food environment. Recognizing that government can’t address food access alone, she uses a multi-sector perspective and engages with many agencies, nonprofits, community groups and stakeholders to dismantle poli...2020-12-1329 min
Charm City DreamersStephen Garten - Charity Charge (McDonogh Alumni Conversation)In this episode we interview Stephen Garten the founder of Charity Charge which is a B corporation focused on social change. Charity charge is empowering consumers to help non-profits and helping non-profits receive access to financial products. We also discuss what is social entrepreneurship and how we measure social impact & change. This episode was a Mcdonogh Alumni conversation webinar that we have converted into a Charm City Dreamer episode. Enjoy!2020-12-0644 min
Charm City DreamersCovid 19 Vaccine - Dr. Panagis GaliatsatosIn this episode we interviewed Dr. Panagis Galiatsatos a pulmonary critical care doctor at Johns Hopkins, researcher for NIH, vaccine consultant for Astrazeneca and founder of the community non-profit social health organization Medicine For The Greater Good. We explore the current facts around the vaccine, steps to prevent spread, and equip our listeners on how to best stay informed & up to date on COVID 19.2020-11-2737 min
Charm City DreamersBaltimore Votes - Sam Novey (Voting Series)Sam is the founder of Baltimore Votes and the Director of Full Participation Program at the National Conference on Citizenship (NCoC). He leads NCoC’s efforts to cultivate the country’s largest network of local leaders committed to ensuring their communities achieve full participation in elections. Locally, Baltimore Votes is committed to working towards a future where every person, in every precinct votes in every election, and that work doesn’t stop just because our city is in the middle of a health crisis. Your support in this unprecedented time means so much to us.2020-11-0324 min
Charm City DreamersRoots & Raices - Valeria FuentesValeria Fuentes is the founder of Roots and Raíces, which is a platform for artists, musicians, and activists to highlight, support, and celebrate immigrants in Baltimore through the arts and civic engagement. In this episode we focus on civic engagement and voting initiatives within the hispanic community. She is also on the advisory board of Baltimore Votes.2020-11-0134 min
Charm City DreamersOut For Justice - Nicole Hanson-Mundell (Voting Mini-Series)In this episode we discuss voting rights for people who have been affected by the criminal justice system. Out for Justice, Inc. (OFJ) is a grassroots nonprofit organization that was founded in 2006 in Baltimore, Maryland by a group of formerly incarcerated individuals who were ready and willing to work but repeatedly denied employment due to their criminal record. With the support of justice-impacted individuals, their friends, and their family members, OFJ strives to bring about policy reform that ends employment barriers and perpetual punishment that adversely affects citizens impacted by the criminal justice system.2020-10-2542 min
Charm City DreamersNatasha Murphy - Black Girls VoteNatasha Murphy is a firm believer in enacting meaningful change via informed planning, policy, and advocacy. Natasha proudly serves as the Deputy Director of Advocacy for Black Girls Vote, Inc. a nonprofit, grassroots organization focused on engaging, educating, and empowering women of color to leverage their voting power to transform the democratic process. 2020-10-1827 min
Charm City DreamersBrittany Young - B360Brittany is the founder of B360 which utilizes dirt bike culture to end the cycle of poverty, disrupt the prison pipeline, and build bridges in communities. Through a STEM education program, community engagement, workforce pipe-lining and events , we equip youth and adults with the skills to secure educational and career opportunities in STEM fields, motor sports and beyond! 2020-10-1136 min
Charm City DreamersAdam Echelman - Digital Equity CoalitionAdam is the executive director of Libraries Without Borders and the co-founder of the Digital Equity Coalition. He advocates for dynamic programs that increase access to information by meeting people where they are—whether through digital literacy classes in Laundromats or health workshops in churches. In 2017, he launched the Legal Literacy Initiative to help public libraries deliver legal information to underserved communities across the US. He also launched the Baltimore Digital Equity Coalition which brought together 50 organizations to support a rapid response and coordinated actions during the COVID-19 pandemic. 2020-10-0435 min
Charm City DreamersJacob Hsu - 21st Century WorkforceJacob is the CEO of Catalyte. Catalyte believes that aptitude is equally distributed, but opportunity is not. They find hidden technology talent others can’t. The company provides new opportunities for sustainable and diverse tech talent that powers transformational software engineering ‒ when, where and how it’s needed – and accelerates business outcomes. Listen to this week's episode to learn more about the work they are doing in Baltimore and the national implications for the future of our workforce.2020-09-2738 min
Charm City DreamersBuilding Software With a Soul - Delali DzirasaDelali Dzirasa is the CEO and founder of Fearless, a full stack digital services firm in Baltimore, Maryland with a mission to create software with a soul - tools that empower communities and make a difference. Delali is also the Chair of Hack Baltimore, a city-wide innovation movement that teams up technologists, civic leaders and city residents to design sustainable solutions for Baltimore’s biggest challenges. He is passionate about increasing the rate of city youth heading into STEM fields and works closely with city nonprofits to provide funding and mentorship programs in city schools2020-09-2129 min
Charm City DreamersMesh Networks & Wifi Community Solutions - Alexandria Adams & Jonathan MooreIn this episode we explore how Mesh Networks are helping to provide digital equity with Jonathan Moore the CEO of Rowdy Orbit and Alexandria Warrick Adams the Executive Director of Elev8. Rowdy Orbit focuses on digital transformation within underserved communities and Elev8 Baltimore provides out-of-school time opportunities and coordinates school-based health services, resources, support and outreach for families in Baltimore. Together Elev8 and Rowdy orbit are collaborating to help bring digital access to underserved communities in Baltimore.2020-09-1338 min
Charm City DreamersUnderstanding Digital Infrastructure - Jason HardebeckJason grew up in Montana and Nevada and first ventured to the East Coast to attend the Naval Academy. There he met and ultimately married a Baltimore girl, which meant his destiny was to become a Baltimorean as well. Jason has spent most of his professional career at the intersection of technology, entrepreneurship, and capacity-building, and he’s passionate about helping Baltimore realize its potential as a world-class city known for innovation and equity.2020-09-0641 min
Charm City DreamersJohn Horrigan - Defining the Digital DivideJohn is a Senior Fellow at the Technology Policy Institute and a senior advisor to the Urban Libraries Council. He served as an Associate Director for Research at the Pew Research Center. During the Obama Administration, Horrigan was part of the leadership team at the Federal Communications Commission for the development of the National Broadband Plan (NBP) He recently authored a white paper on Baltimore's Digital Divide2020-08-3027 min
Charm City DreamersFagan Harris - Baltimore CorpsFagan Harris is the President and CEO of Baltimore Corps, an organization that enlists talented people in public service and social entrepreneurship in Baltimore City. Harris co-founded the organization with Wes Moore in 2013, and continues to set the organization’s strategic direction and lead its dedicated community of staff, fellows, associates, awardees, visionary cause leaders, and partners. For his work in social entrepreneurship, Harris was recognized, among others, as a Visionary by Baltimore Magazine (2018), in the Chronicle of Philanthropy’s ‘40 Under 40’ (2016), and in Forbes Magazine’s ‘30 Under 30’ (2015). Harris also has received numerous awards, including fellowships from Ashoka, Echoing Green...2020-08-2337 min
Charm City DreamersNikhil Gupta - ThreadIn this episode we have a discussion with Nikhil Gupta, Senior Director of Investment, at Thread. Thread engages Baltimore City students in the lowest 25% of their 9th grade class and works to establish a new social support structure while building a community where everyone can thrive. Thread volunteers create real change by showing up for Thread young people and each other and build deep relationships that last a lifetime. If you are ready to make friends, make a difference, and write a new Baltimore story, come join Thread at www.thread.org. 2020-08-1638 min
Forsooth PodcastForsooth Podcast – Our Artistic License – Season 5 Episode 3Forsooth Podcast – Our Artistic License (Season 5, Episode 03)
1 Hourish of Pop Culture, Science, and World News!
New episode, new drink! As promised, a new one every week. This week we are sampling the whiskey of Roe & Co, who has opened as an homage to George Roe & Co Irish Whiskey. With or drinks we are talking about the feud between Stuart Semple and Anish Kapoor, the Fyre Festival, and the swim patterns of semen!
By: Monica Joy Seuthe & Eric Bryan Seuthe II
Drink: Roe & Co – Blended Irish Whiskey
Guest Stars: Zack Garb...2020-08-101h 03
Charm City DreamersDeRay Mckesson - Social ActivismDeRay is an American civil rights activist, podcaster, and former school administrator. An early supporter of the Black Lives Matter movement, he has been active in the protests in Ferguson and Baltimore. Mckesson launched Campaign Zero, a policy platform to end police violence, and hosts of Pod Save The People. In this episode we focus specifically on police violence and mass incarceration.2020-08-0827 min
Charm City DreamersSamuel Hoi - President of MICASamuel Hoi is the president of Maryland Institute College of Art, the oldest continuously degree-granting college of art in the United States. In this episode we explore an open dialogue around race equity and COVID as it relates to higher education. Sammy is an experienced and innovative higher education leader and an advocate for art and design education, committed to the belief that creative professionals are the drivers in social, economic and cultural advancement.2020-07-2541 min
Charm City DreamersAlicia Wilson - Johns Hopkins Economic DevelopmentAlicia is the vice president for economic development at the Johns Hopkins University and Health System. She leads a core team driving Johns Hopkins’ strategy and initiatives as an anchor institution in and around Baltimore, and elevating and expanding the institutions commitment to the city through investments in economic and neighborhood development, health care, and education.2020-07-1925 min
Charm City DreamersDiane Bell-McKoy - Associated Black CharitiesDiane Bell-McKoy is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Associated Black Charities (ABC), a non-profit which focuses on education, policy design and innovative transactional and transformative strategies to eliminate the impact of structural racism and its adverse economic outcomes on the African American community.2020-07-1132 min
Charm City DreamersPolice Commissioner - Michael HarrisonIn this episode we explore a transparent dialogue around the future of policing with Baltimore Police Commissioner Harrison. We discuss how Baltimore has the opportunity to be a model police department to the rest of the country. Commissioner Harrison shared his background, how he can apply lessons learned to the Baltimore Police Department, and what collaborative steps with the community can & have been taken to ensure that we build a safe & healthy environment for all community members.2020-07-0335 min
Charm City DreamersBrandon Scott - Democratic Nominee for MayorIn this episode we have a conversation with Brandon Scott who is the current city council president and democratic nominee for mayor. We explore his background, past achievements, and vision for Baltimore. Our discussion focuses on race equity and the future of policing. Lastly we spoke about how the innovative solutions to tackling social injustice in Baltimore can be a model to the rest of the country.2020-06-2730 min
Charm City DreamersD Watkins - NY Times Best Selling Author, Teacher, & SpeakerIn this episode we explore a deep conversation around race equity and the Black Experience in America. D has authored "We Speak For Ourselves: A Word from Forgotten Black America", "The Beast Side: Living and Dying While Black in America", and "The Cook Up: A Crack Rock Memoir" We highly recommend you check out his past books and educate yourself.2020-06-2032 min
Charm City DreamersAbsoluteCare - Brad MendelsonBrad is the vice president - innovative operations, at AbsoluteCare which is a comprehensive staff model Patient Centered Ambulatory ICU utilizing innovative Population Health Management tools. Their wholistic concierge approach focuses on creating life-changing results for healthcare populations that are most at risk. In this episode we explore how to make meaningful change for the most at risk people in our healthcare population.2020-06-0826 min
Charm City DreamersDebbie Phelps - Executive Director of The Education Foundation of the Baltimore County Public SchoolsWith nearly four decades of experience in education and administrator experience, Deborah S. Phelps is recognized as an innovative, energetic and talented leader and master teacher. The proud mother of three children and grandmother of six, Ms. Phelps has been serving as the Executive Director of The Education Foundation of the Baltimore County Public Schools, Inc., since 2012.2020-05-2327 min
Charm City DreamersKiss Tomorrow Hello - Jason BassLearn how past dreamer and serial entrepreneur Jason Bass is leveraging his contacts in the restaurant and hospitality industry to help our community during the COVID19 crisis. We also explore how he plans to bring people together in the age of stay at home.2020-05-0324 min
Charm City DreamersMcDonogh High School Townhall AssemblyIn this episode we interviewed 3 past dreamers (Alicia Wilson, David Estrin, & Van Brooks) live at the Mcdonogh High School Townhall Assembly about their professional experience and advice for the McDonogh School community2020-04-2540 minForsooth PodcastForsooth Podcast’s COVID-19 SpecialForsooth Podcast’s COVID-19 Special (Season 5, Episode 00)
1 Hourish of Pop Culture, Science, and World News!
The world is not ending, but it feels like it. Looking for some nerd news, some semblance of reality? We got none of that here, but we will try to deliver none the less.
By:Monica Joy Seuthe & Eric Bryan Seuthe II
Guest Stars: Lindsay Garber & Zack Garber!
Brought To You By Five Fire Monkeys Entertainment & Nerd News Social
Rated: R (Strong Language, Sexual Themes, Bad Manners)
Featuring: COVID-19, Coronavirus, ac...2020-04-1339 min
A Dose of Your FutureWealth Management and The Next Generation with Zack GarberZack Garber, Client Advisor, Vice President, Alex. Brown, A Division of Raymond James, joins us to talk about wealth management and educating the next generation on how to manage and invest their capital. Subscribe on iTunes: https://apple.co/2w2bIAS Follow us @influencercollectivedc -- Any opinions are those of the speaker and not necessarily Raymond James. Investing involves risk and you may incur a profit or loss regardless of strategy selected, including diversification and asset allocation.2019-02-2625 min