Podcasts

South Baltimore Now! Podcast: Discussing the Baltimore Comedy Scene with Adam Freesman
On this episode of the South Baltimore Now! Podcast, Nate and Kevin chat with Baltimore comedian Adam Freesman. He discusses how he has become a regular in the standup comedy circuit around Baltimore, has fun on his social media channels, and produces the Baltimore, Annapolis, and Frederick shows for Don’t Tell Comedy.

South Baltimore Now! Podcast: A Floating Hotel Startup Based in Baltimore
On this episode of the South Baltimore Now! Podcast, Nate and Kevin talk with Marcellous Butler and Brian Meyer of FLOHOM, a floating hotel business which already has two luxury houseboats at Baltimore marinas and which is manufacturing its future boats at the Port Covington Marina in the Baltimore Peninsula development of South Baltimore. Learn about all aspects of the business and FLOHOM’s plans for expanding floating communities in Baltimore.

South Baltimore Now! Podcast: Discussing the Local Real Estate Market with Jeff Washo
In this episode of the South Baltimore Now! podcast, Nate interviews Jeff Washo, a veteran real estate agent and long-time resident of the neighborhood. Washo shares his insights on the changes and developments that have taken place in South Baltimore over the past two decades, as well as his personal journey from civil engineering to real estate. He also gives some tips and advice for anyone looking to buy or sell a property in the area.

South Baltimore Now! Podcast: Discussing Crime and Safety in South Baltimore
On this episode of the South Baltimore Now! podcast, Nate and Kevin talk to Brad O’Brien about how the community, Baltimore Police Department, the Baltimore City Sheriff’s Office, the Baltimore City State’s Attorney’s Office, and State Legislature are addressing crime in South Baltimore. O’Brien has served in the role of Public Safety Chair for the Federal Hill Neighborhood Association for four years. He also serves as the President of the Baltimore Police Department’s Community Relations Council for the Southern District.

South Baltimore Now! Podcast: Author Discusses His Book About South Baltimore and the ’97 Orioles
On this episode of the South Baltimore Now! podcast, Nate and Kevin talk to Patrick McArdle, author of Wire to Wire. McArdle, a longtime South Baltimore resident, wrote this memoir about the first year he moved to South Baltimore. It focuses on his immediate affection for the neighborhood and the Orioles 1997 season when the team earned the title of wire-to-wire American League Champions after spending the entire year in first place.

South Baltimore Now Podcast: SouthBMore.com Launches New Business Directory!
Kevin and Nate talk about SouthBMore.com launching a new Business Directory, a one-stop shop for finding local services, restaurants, events, and coupons. Whether you need a painter, a roofer, a carpet cleaner, or just a good place to eat or drink, the Business Directory will help you find it. Kevin also shares his passion for covering the stories of South Baltimore and how he wants to make SouthBMore.com more than just a news site or a blog, but a website that celebrates all the aspects of our community.

South Baltimore Now Podcast: Baba’s Owner Farid Salloum
On this episode of South Baltimore Now, Nate Carper interviews Baba’s Mediterranean Kitchen owner Farid Salloum. Salloum discusses his journey in food and starting Baba’s, his decision to close his restaurant after 14 years, his new cookbook, and his love for South Baltimore where he lives and works.

South Baltimore Now Podcast: Interview with Wine Importer and Documentary Subject Russ Lorber
On this episode of South Baltimore Now, Kevin Lynch interviews South Baltimore resident Russ Lorber who started a wine importing company called Wide Roots. Lorber is also the subject of an upcoming documentary called Wine Hunter which follows his life-changing decision to get into wine importing.

Podcast: Interview with Sheriff Candidate and SoBo Resident Sam Cogen
On this episode of the Listen Up South Baltimore podcast, Kevin interviews Sam Cogen. Cogen is a candidate for Baltimore City Sheriff, the president of South Baltimore Neighborhood Association, and a board member of Federal Hill Main Street and South Baltimore Gateway Partnership.

TWISB Podcast: Celebrating 10 Years for SouthBMore.com
It’s SouthBMore.com’s 10-year anniversary! Nate talks with Kevin about how he launched the site, some of the biggest stories of the last 10 years, the business model of running a local news website, and a new reader revenue initiative to help grow SouthBMore.com.

Pubcast Podcast: Shotti’s Point Owner Kristie Bukowski
The second episode of PUBCAST features an interview with Shotti’s Point owner Kristie Bukowski. Kristie and the host talk about South Baltimore, the history of the the building, and what makes Shotti’s Point unique

PUBCAST Podcast: Barracudas Owner Billy Hughes
The first episode of PUBCAST features an interview with Barracudas Owner Billy Hughes and General Manager Samantha Stinchcomb. Spiccia, Hughes, and Stinchcomb discuss drinks, food, the 4th of July fire, and future plans for the restaurant.

TWISB Podcast: 2021 in Review
On Episode 19 of This Week in South Baltimore Nate and Kevin take look back at 2021 in South Baltimore. The biggest stories were South Baltimore getting back to business with many new business openings including five new restaurants on Cross Street, changes at Cross Street Market, and new lineup at McHenry Row, plus we run down every new retail business in the area. We discuss the emergence of Port Covington with several stakeholders involved, the entertainment development planned around the casino, and additional real estate developments that have move forward over the past year.

TWISB Podcast: Discussing the New Rash Field with Laurie Schwartz of Waterfront Partnership
On Episode 18 of This Week in South Baltimore, Kevin interviews Waterfront Partnership President Laurie Schwartz. Waterfront Partnership recently opened phase one of the Rash Field redevelopment, a project that added a skatepark, playgrounds, an overlook, cafe space, and green spaces. Laurie discusses the coming phase two of the project, the future of the Harborplace pavilions, and other projects around the Inner Harbor.

TWISB Podcast: Talking Baltimore Food with EatmoreBaltimore’s Chris Franzoni
On Episode 17 of This Week in South Baltimore, Nate and Kevin talk with EatmoreBaltimore’s Eater-in-Chief Chris Franzoni. Chris has a popular Instagram page with more than 103,000 followers that focuses on Baltimore dining. The trio discusses great plates from around the area, trends in the dining scene, what Baltimore is missing, how Baltimore fares as a dining destination, the current challenges of owning a restaurant, and the remaking of Cross Street.

TWISB Episode 16: Discussing the Port Covington Project with Weller Development Partner Steve Siegel
On Episode 16 of This Week in South Baltimore, Kevin interviews Weller Development Partner Steve Siegel to get in-depth on the Port Covington Development. This project is described as the largest urban redevelopment project in the country and there are currently five new buildings under construction. Listen to hear all about the project that is reimagining a South Baltimore neighborhood.

TWISB Episode 15: Discussing New Restaurants, Local Business News, and Real Estate Investments
On Episode 14 of This Week in South Baltimore, Kevin and Nate discuss new COVID-19 mandates; new restaurants that have opened in South Baltimore adding barbecue, Mexican food, and southern cuisine; local business news including a new gym, new dog training studio, and a change of ownership at Federal Hill Ace Hardware; and real estate investments that include park improvements, new townhomes, and a theatre project.