The Maryland Crab Cake Tour returned to Costas Inn in Dundalk for a long chat with two Baltimore County Executives as Johnny Olszewski joins Don Mohler for some serious information on how local government has worked to help citizens through the pandemic.
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Olszewski discusses vaccines, citizens and keeping Baltimore County open
In episode 17 of The Lobby, Damian welcomes the incomparable Bob Enten, recently named by Best Lawyers of America® as the 2022 Government Relations “Lawyer of the Year” in Baltimore for the second time, for an examination of the stories and qualities that have defined his career. Listen in for an inside view of Maryland's past Senators and Delegates, and the last-one-out mentality that has shaped Enten's success. Enten's decades of success representing healthcare companies, retailers, energy providers, manufacturers, as well as various trade associations including those for banks, insurance companies, landlords, home builders, debt collectors, and horsemen prove an invaluable source of inspiration.
After a long chat in Annapolis with Governor Larry Hogan, Don and Nestor do The Recon on politicians, interviews and how to find the truth in a sound bite.
In episode 16 of The Lobby, Damian welcomes Steve Silverman of SS Gov Relations and Jonathon Rowland of Rowland Strategies for a discussion about 'the big county.' Listen in as they talk economic development in Montgomery County, how they pursued a reimagined County Council, as well as the Gubernatorial and County Executive primary campaigns. Then, stick around while they discuss the ways COVID-19 has shifted how referendum campaigns operate, as well as the personal influences that have driven their approaches.
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Ep. 16: Never Satisfied with Steve Silverman and Jonathon Rowland
The Maryland Crab Cake Tour made its way to Prince George’s County to spend an afternoon with the former Lt. Governor and current MSNBC contributor, who purple politics have made him one of the most fascinating voices in our state.
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Discussing the state of the Republican party in Maryland with Michael Steele
In episode 15 of The Lobby, Damian welcomes President of Johns Hopkins Health System, Kevin Sowers, M.S.N., R.N., F.A.A.N., and President and CEO of University of Maryland Medical System, Dr. Mohan Suntha to The Lobby. Listen in as they discuss the COVID-19 pandemic, the toll it has taken on healthcare workers, and their unprecedented resiliency. Then, stick around while they discuss the undercurrent of vaccine hesitancy, the Delta variant, and their decisions to require employees to be vaccinated against COVID.
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Ep. 15: Unprecedented Resiliency with Kevin Sowers and Dr. Mohan Suntha
As part of the Maryland Crab Cake Tour, we are talking about the future of the state and its political imperfections. Heather Mizeur joined Nestor in Chestertown to discuss the track record of Andy Harris and why she is running to defeat him for a seat in Congress.
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Mizeur lays out path to defeat Harris in District 1
In Episode 14 of The Lobby—a National Intern Day Special—, Damian is joined by Sara Walsh, Stephen Hook, and Julianne Blackman, interns at KO Public Affairs. They discuss working in a professional environment during a pandemic, what they have learned from their experiences with KO, and their career goals in the political sphere. Then, stick around to hear the interns’ favorite parts of working for the firm.
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Ep. 14: Wait for It— A National Intern Day Special
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