T.J. Smith

T.J. Smith
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T.J. Smith is a familiar voice to the WBAL audience, serving as spokesperson for the Baltimore City Police Department from 2015 to 2018.

  1. 5d ago

    August 20th, 2026: Why Baltimore Crime Is Falling and What Comes Next

    Join the conversation with TJ Smith. Baltimore and Maryland are seeing a major decline in violent crime, with the state’s violent crime rate down 18% and the city on pace for fewer murders than in previous years. In this episode, the discussion explores whether the drop is tied to policing, community action, demographic shifts, fewer street conflicts, or broader national trends that are also showing up in other major cities. The conversation also looks at Baltimore’s ranking in a national violence prevention index and asks what should come next. The focus shifts from celebrating the numbers to improving quality of life in neighborhoods still affected by disorder, especially if the city wants to sustain the progress and build on it long-term. Additionally, TJ discusses Anne Arundel County’s revised gender identity policy becomes a major topic in this episode, as the discussion centers on whether schools should inform parents when a student uses a different name or identity at school. The conversation weighs parental rights, student safety, FERPA, and the limits of school responsibility while also questioning where policy should draw the line. The episode frames the issue as part of a larger school culture debate, with listeners and the host raising concerns about privacy, accountability, and whether a blanket statewide approach would solve more problems than it creates. The discussion stays focused on how schools should handle sensitive situations without turning every personal change into an administrative crisis. TJ Smith is live every weekday from 10:00am-2:00pm ET on WBAL News Radio 1090, FM101.5, and the WBAL Radio App.

  2. 6d ago

    August 19th, 2026: When Paperwork, Public Safety, and Fairness Collide

    Join the conversation with TJ Smith. This episode opens with a detailed discussion about the ICE detention of a University of Maryland pharmacy professor and the broader debate over immigration enforcement, bond decisions, and whether limited detention space should be reserved for higher-risk cases. The conversation explores public polling, concerns about aggressive deportation tactics, and the political impact of cases that appear to be driven by paperwork issues rather than criminal conduct. Listeners also hear a range of caller perspectives on immigration, protected status, and the importance of following U.S. law. The episode frames the issue as a question of priorities: how the justice and immigration systems should balance legal process, public safety, and fairness for people who have been contributing to society. The second half of the episode shifts to chronic absenteeism in schools and the controversial idea of paying students for perfect attendance. The host breaks down attendance data, discusses incentive programs in places like Detroit, and takes calls from listeners who weigh in on whether cash rewards, gift cards, or other incentives can actually improve student attendance. From there, the conversation expands into parental responsibility, youth crime, and the question of whether schools should still use corporal punishment. The episode closes with a wide-ranging discussion on short-form video addiction and social media’s impact on attention, brain function, and self-control, tying together a broader theme of accountability in public life, parenting, education, and technology. TJ Smith is live every weekday from 10:00am-2:00pm ET on WBAL News Radio 1090, FM101.5, and the WBAL Radio App.

  3. Aug 18

    August 18th, 2026: Baltimore Vacancies, Development, and the Gentrification Debate

    Join the conversation with TJ Smith. This episode blends local Baltimore issues with broader policy questions about education, housing, and consumer finance. From long-vacant properties and neighborhood redevelopment to the structure of the school year and the risks of deferred payments, the conversation asks how leaders can create real opportunity without leaving vulnerable communities behind. The show closes with an interview with Senator Angela Alsobrooks, who discusses the FBI headquarters decision favoring Maryland, the importance of Prince George’s County in that process, and broader concerns about war powers, healthcare, and the cost of living. This wide-ranging episode centered on equity, accountability, and the everyday pressures facing families. TJ Smith is live every weekday from 10:00am-2:00pm ET on WBAL News Radio 1090, FM101.5, and the WBAL Radio App.

  4. Aug 17

    TJ Smith Podcast: Fed Hill IDs and Iran

    TJ Smith opens the episode with a firsthand account of navigating the barricades and ID checks in Fells Point, raising questions about how much security is too much in a public area. Callers and texters join the conversation with mixed reactions, including support for common-sense discretion and concern that the policy could hurt foot traffic and local businesses. Brittany Stephens from iMentor and Orioles Jackson Holliday join the show

  5. Aug 14

    August 14th, 2026: What Dan Cox Needs to do Differently, Mangione Pleads Guilty

    Join the conversation with TJ Smith, as he revisits his interview that he had with Gubernatorial Candidate Dan Cox yesterday. TJ provides additional reaction and discusses if Cox improves his chances to become the new Governor of Maryland. Plus, how much use is too much use for Chromebooks in schools? TJ reacts to the breaking news of Luigi Mangione pleading guilty to federal stalking charges in court and more addition information coming out about President Trump leaving an Air Force One jet on a catering truck. Who are some of the Republican presidential candidates for the 2028 election? Listen to C4 & Bryan weekdays from 10am-2pm on WBAL News Radio 1090, FM 101.5 & the WBAL Radio App.

  6. Aug 13

    August 13th, 2026: Gubernatorial Candidate Dan Cox

    Dan Cox lays out his campaign message as a pro-Hogan, pro-economy approach centered on affordability, tax relief, and public safety

  7. Aug 12

    August 12th, 2026: BGE Price Hikes, Baltimore's Longest Vacant Home, OC Murder Trail Gets Second Look &

    Marylanders are feeling the strain of inflation, rising utility costs, and a growing sense of uncertainty about the future. In this episode, TJ Smith breaks down new polling that shows many residents are worried about their own finances, household bills, and the state economy, while also weighing what lawmakers can realistically do to help. The conversation moves through electricity rates, budget deficits, tax policy, and the tradeoffs between raising revenue and keeping Maryland competitive. It also explores how energy affordability, public safety, and economic stability are shaping the political conversation ahead of the next General Assembly session. He talks to Sahana Jayaraman who wrote an article on Baltimore's longest vacant home, and Delegate Nick Allen on a recent poll on Gov. Moore approval rating.

  8. Aug 11

    August 11, 2026: Flock Cameras, Juvenile Crime, Unpaid Teachers, and Vaccines

    Join the conversation with TJ Smith as he discusses the use of Flock cameras and citizens' fears about privacy. Dayvon Love, Director of Public Policy for Leaders of a Beautiful Struggle (LBS), a grassroots think tank that advances the public policy interests of Black people, joins the show to discuss juvenile crime with TJ. Also, TJ speaks about the updated vaccine recommendations signed by President Trump and teachers not receiving their proper pay.

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T.J. Smith is a familiar voice to the WBAL audience, serving as spokesperson for the Baltimore City Police Department from 2015 to 2018.

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  • Creator
    T.J. Smith
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    38
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    T.J. Smith

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