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A biweekly podcast with Maryland focus and Howard County roots, exploring the policies, people, and stories that affect the state of Maryland. Each episode we’ll talk to newsmakers and everyday people in order to elevate the conversation and find out what matters most.
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The Most Important Person in Maryland Politics - Rushern Baker
On June 10, 2022, Rushern Baker suspended his campaign for Governor. Ten days later, he's on our show to tell you what he thinks about the 2022 Primary, why public financing needs some tweaks, and how Maryland's next Governor should declare a state of emergency for Baltimore City.
He even gives some hints about who he may be endorsing for Governor over the next seven days.
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Changing the Lens with Howard County Board of Education Candidate Jacky McCoy
Candace and Tom go back to the hyper-local for this interview with Howard County Board of Education candidate Jacky McCoy. They discuss everything from what it was like to be educated in the "capital of the south" to her grandson's curriculum in Howard County schools. These races don't always get the coverage they deserve, so please make sure to tune in for this important interview.
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Improving the Struggle with John King, Jr.
Candace and Tom continue their Maryland gubernatorial interviews with Democrat John King, Jr. This is Dr. King's third time on the show and he joined us hot off the release of a new poll showing him tied for second place. Tune in to hear his prescriptions for Maryland, why he's not running away from CRT, and the "three-legged stool" of housing policy!
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Getting "S" Done with Maryland Gubernatorial Candidate Tom Perez
Candace and Tom start their round of interviews with candidates for Governor with former US Labor Secretary and DNC Chair Tom Perez. Tom provided a detailed, and often wonky, review of his plans for Maryland and how his experience on the national stage will help him get "stuff" done.
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Believin' in Evelyn w/ Janssen Evelyn
Candace and Tom celebrate FIVE YEARS of podcasting by hosting a live interview with Howard County Council District 4 candidate Janssen Evelyn. He addressed why housing is one of his top priorities and the way in which art infuses itself into his life. Janssen also recounts some stories from the field as he works to become the first person of color to represent Downtown Columbia on the County Council.
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White Space, Black Hood with Sheryll Cashin
Candace and Tom meet with law professor Sheryll Cashin to discuss her new book, White Space, Black Hood: Opportunity Hoarding and Segregation in the Age of Inequality. In her book, Professor Cashin argues that the "ghetto", and all of our ideas about it, performs a political function that reinforces inequality and is used as a basis for further segregation, divestment, and surveillance.
Customer Reviews
Interviews with 7th district candidates
Thank you for such insightful and informative interviews with the candidates running for the 7th congressional district. You provided a comprehensive forum for the candidates to express themselves and provide information on their platforms. The election is here and you provide another format to research candidates opinions and topics.
Growing an informed community
“Maryland focus with Howard County roots” is the perfect tagline for Elevate MD, feature engaging discussions with leaders, authors and artists about issues of importance to our county and state.
Gravitate to Elevate
If you love Maryland and especially central Maryland then you will love this podcast. Both hosts are brilliant and they always cover relevant matters like education, civil rights, budgetary concerns, civic engagement, and leadership. Keep up the great work!