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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Legendary local radio host Marc Steiner discusses the difficult history of racism on the Eastern Shore and the life and death of fellow activist Gloria Richardson, whose famous image still is a symbol of 20th century courage.
In episode 13 of The Lobby, Ray Glendening, Founder and CEO of Scarlet Oak Strategies joins Damian to talk about his career path, and the perspective it's given him on political races in Maryland and elsewhere. Glendening also talks us through the road to opening his own firm, and the niche they've found in research and polling. Then, stick around while Damian and Ray expand on the Maryland Gubernatorial campaign, and what it's going to take to win in 2022.
On episode 14 of The Conference Call, the final of a three-part conversation with Marc Weller and Marc Broady of Weller Development, and Cherry Hill's own Mike Middleton, the group gets at the root value of partnership, and what that means for community health, impact, and legacy. Join us for a conversation about Weller's vision for instilling lasting change in Baltimore and creating spaces that draw people to the city.
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