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DMV Download is the only daily local news podcast created for Washingtonians. Every weekday afternoon, hosts Megan Cloherty and Luke Garrett go beyond the headlines with WTOP’s team of reporters and sources to bring listeners more on the biggest stories impacting the D.C. region.

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    The Voice of the Evening: WTOP Remembers Dimitri Sotis

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 66:20


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    The Voice of the Evening: WTOP Remembers Dimitri Sotis

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 66:20


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    ‘Police, alone, can't do this:' DC council member wants to fight violence with better operations

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2023 20:17


    In D.C., homicides are up 38% over last year, and carjackings with a gun are up more than 100%. DC Mayor Muriel Bowser is calling for more police and officer presence in District neighborhoods. But At-Large Council Member Robert White doesn't think more police is the solution. He thinks the devil is in the details and is proposing a new bill to stem rising crime by improving the city's crime lab and emergency call center. On the show, Council Member White walks us through his bill — the Whole Government Response to Crime Act of 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    ‘Police, alone, can't do this:' DC council member wants to fight violence with better operations

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2023 18:47


    In D.C., homicides are up 38% over last year, and carjackings with a gun are up more than 100%. DC Mayor Muriel Bowser is calling for more police and officer presence in District neighborhoods. But At-Large Council Member Robert White doesn't think more police is the solution. He thinks the devil is in the details and is proposing a new bill to stem rising crime by improving the city's crime lab and emergency call center. On the show, Council Member White walks us through his bill — the Whole Government Response to Crime Act of 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    ‘He was off the planet:' Md. man survives a coma, vows to fight brain cancer

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 24:30


    Bob Brams — a Maryland man and once international lawyer — almost died after he was diagnosed with brain cancer and a surgery led to hemorrhagic stroke. He survived, but was in a coma for months. Brams is now years into recovery and out with a new book, “Forever Optimistic: Fighting Brain Cancer, Finding Your Best Path, and Leading a Life With Purpose.” He comes on the show with his wife Kim to talk about his story and why he's fighting to find a cure to brain cancer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    ‘He was off the planet:' Md. man survives a coma, vows to fight brain cancer

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 23:00


    Bob Brams — a Maryland man and once international lawyer — almost died after he was diagnosed with brain cancer and a surgery led to hemorrhagic stroke. He survived, but was in a coma for months. Brams is now years into recovery and out with a new book, “Forever Optimistic: Fighting Brain Cancer, Finding Your Best Path, and Leading a Life With Purpose.” He comes on the show with his wife Kim to talk about his story and why he's fighting to find a cure to brain cancer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    ‘Failure is not an option:' Bringing life back to Union Station

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2023 23:55


    A year and some change — that's how long Doug Carr, Union Station Redevelopment Corporation CEO and President, has been at the helm of the D.C. region's largest transit hub and the effort to redevelop it. In recent years, Union Station has become a shell of its former self — a once bustling and booming place for transportation, shopping, and dining. The pandemic didn't help. But Carr hopes to change that with a major redevelopment project that promises to make Union Station “cool and enjoyable again.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    ‘Failure is not an option:' Bringing life back to Union Station

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2023 22:25


    A year and some change — that's how long Doug Carr, Union Station Redevelopment Corporation CEO and President, has been at the helm of the D.C. region's largest transit hub and the effort to redevelop it. In recent years, Union Station has become a shell of its former self — a once bustling and booming place for transportation, shopping, and dining. The pandemic didn't help. But Carr hopes to change that with a major redevelopment project that promises to make Union Station “cool and enjoyable again.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    ‘It is a big deal:' Why Virginia's state elections matter

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2023 22:23


    Virginia's off-season election cycle is up and running with early voting starting on September 22. The previous election in the Commonwealth ushered in a new era of state politics — turning Virginia from blue to purple. But since the election of Republican Governor Glenn Youngkin in 2021, a lot has changed like the fall of Roe v. Wade. To better understand the 2023 election and its local and national implications, we bring in WTOP reporter Nick Iannelli. He's been covering the Youngkin administration from day one and Virginia politics more broadly. Nick tells us the state of play and what he expects on election day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    ‘It is a big deal:' Why Virginia's state elections matter

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2023 23:53


    Virginia's off-season election cycle is up and running with early voting starting on September 22. The previous election in the Commonwealth ushered in a new era of state politics — turning Virginia from blue to purple. But since the election of Republican Governor Glenn Youngkin in 2021, a lot has changed like the fall of Roe v. Wade. To better understand the 2023 election and its local and national implications, we bring in WTOP reporter Nick Iannelli. He's been covering the Youngkin administration from day one and Virginia politics more broadly. Nick tells us the state of play and what he expects on election day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Understanding DC real estate: Is it time to rent or buy?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 33:43


    With interest rates at a 20-year high and a low inventory in the DC real estate market, it's an interesting time to be a potential home buyer. On the show, I talk to local realtor and social media creator John Coleman. He explains where the market stands and where it might be headed. We also hear from the Director of Communications and Outreach at Housing Counseling Services, Inc., Ronald Clarkson. He talks about programs in the D.C. area that provide zero interest loans to those who qualify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Understanding DC real estate: Is it time to rent or buy?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 32:13


    With interest rates at a 20-year high and a low inventory in the DC real estate market, it's an interesting time to be a potential home buyer. On the show, I talk to local realtor and social media creator John Coleman. He explains where the market stands and where it might be headed. We also hear from the Director of Communications and Outreach at Housing Counseling Services, Inc., Ronald Clarkson. He talks about programs in the D.C. area that provide zero interest loans to those who qualify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    'Poverty is expensive:' Why this nonprofit wants to turn a profit

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 18:16


    The shiny, new DC Central Kitchen HQ in the Buzzard Point neighborhood — with its nearly 7,000-square-foot production kitchen — is glassy, bright, open and marked by modern design. It almost looks like a tech start-up's headquarters instead of a food kitchen's. And that's intentional, according to the CEO of DC Central Kitchen Mike Curtin. On the show, Curtin walks us through this new facility and explains why he thinks we need to stop “helping” people in need and start “investing” in people. For Curtin this is the key to solving poverty in D.C. and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    'Poverty is expensive:' Why this nonprofit wants to turn a profit

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 16:46


    The shiny, new DC Central Kitchen HQ in the Buzzard Point neighborhood — with its nearly 7,000-square-foot production kitchen — is glassy, bright, open and marked by modern design. It almost looks like a tech start-up's headquarters instead of a food kitchen's. And that's intentional, according to the CEO of DC Central Kitchen Mike Curtin. On the show, Curtin walks us through this new facility and explains why he thinks we need to stop “helping” people in need and start “investing” in people. For Curtin this is the key to solving poverty in D.C. and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Chronic absenteeism: Kids are skipping class more and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2023 19:43


    Students are filing back into cafeterias, gymnasiums and classrooms — but not as many as before. In the last three years, absenteeism has gone up and up nationally and locally. More and more students aren't showing up to class consistently. To better understand this concerning trend we turn to WTOP Reporter Kate Ryan, who formerly taught high school at Montgomery County Public Schools. Ryan tells us what is going on here, why it matters, and what's being done to reverse chronic absenteeism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Chronic absenteeism: Kids are skipping class more and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2023 18:13


    Students are filing back into cafeterias, gymnasiums and classrooms — but not as many as before. In the last three years, absenteeism has gone up and up nationally and locally. More and more students aren't showing up to class consistently. To better understand this concerning trend we turn to WTOP Reporter Kate Ryan, who formerly taught high school at Montgomery County Public Schools. Ryan tells us what is going on here, why it matters, and what's being done to reverse chronic absenteeism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Do I need to worry about COVID again? What about malaria?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2023 22:10


    COVID cases are on the rise in the D.C. region. Meanwhile, two new coronavirus variants are popping up and concerning scientists — EG.5 and BA.2.86. On top of that, Maryland reported its first locally transmitted malaria case in over 40 years. Should these emerging variants and disease worry us? For answers, we talk to Andrew Pekosz — virologist at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Pekosz explains what is going on with COVID and malaria, locally, and he gives us his risk assessment of the situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Do I need to worry about COVID again? What about malaria?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2023 20:40


    COVID cases are on the rise in the D.C. region. Meanwhile, two new coronavirus variants are popping up and concerning scientists — EG.5 and BA.2.86. On top of that, Maryland reported its first locally transmitted malaria case in over 40 years. Should these emerging variants and disease worry us? For answers, we talk to Andrew Pekosz — virologist at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Pekosz explains what is going on with COVID and malaria, locally, and he gives us his risk assessment of the situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    After 50 years, a victim of clergy sex abuse speaks out

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2023 24:27


    The scourge of child sex abuse within the Catholic Church has been well documented. The Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests (SNAP) is now renewing calls that the Archdiocese of Washington release the names of known, hidden abusers. It's a message Dan Ronan — a survivor of child sex abuse at the hands of a priest — echoes. On the show, Ronan tells his story of how Father Thomas Gannon sexually abused him as an 11-year-old boy in Chicago. He also talks about why Gannon wasn't punished for this alleged assault and later became a respected professor at Georgetown University. Ronan walks us through this trauma and shares how he ultimately found peace 50 years later. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    After 50 years, a victim of clergy sex abuse speaks out

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2023 25:57


    The scourge of child sex abuse within the Catholic Church has been well documented. The Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests (SNAP) is now renewing calls that the Archdiocese of Washington release the names of known, hidden abusers. It's a message Dan Ronan — a survivor of child sex abuse at the hands of a priest — echoes. On the show, Ronan tells his story of how Father Thomas Gannon sexually abused him as an 11-year-old boy in Chicago. He also talks about why Gannon wasn't punished for this alleged assault and later became a respected professor at Georgetown University. Ronan walks us through this trauma and shares how he ultimately found peace 50 years later. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    As Commanders eye RFK, DC Council battles over bringing them home

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 29:05


    The Commanders are the closest they've been to returning to the old-RFK stadium in Washington, D.C. Now that DC-native Josh Harris has bought the team from Dan Snyder and Congress has introduced bi-partisan legislation that would give the District a 99-year lease of the RFK site, the chances of a new Commanders stadium in D.C. is increasing. Yet, the DC Council would need to sign off on a new stadium and a battle is brewing over whether this is a good idea. On the show, we hear from At-Large Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie and Ward 6 Councilmember Charles Allen who stand on either side of the issue.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    As Commanders eye RFK, DC Council battles over bringing them home

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 27:35


    The Commanders are the closest they've been to returning to the old-RFK stadium in Washington, D.C. Now that DC-native Josh Harris has bought the team from Dan Snyder and Congress has introduced bi-partisan legislation that would give the District a 99-year lease of the RFK site, the chances of a new Commanders stadium in D.C. is increasing. Yet, the DC Council would need to sign off on a new stadium and a battle is brewing over whether this is a good idea. On the show, we hear from At-Large Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie and Ward 6 Councilmember Charles Allen who stand on either side of the issue.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    After 26 years, DC's UFO lobbyist gets his day in Congress

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2023 31:19


    Are we alone? Does extraterrestrial life exist here on earth? Are UFO's real? Have we made contact with aliens? These questions are usually reserved for the world of science fiction, but they made their way into Congress last week at a House Oversight Committee hearing. For many, the hearing was a bit of a head scratcher, but not for Steve Bassett. He's the first UFO lobbyist in Washington, DC and after more than a quarter-century of work he got his day in Congress. On the show, he tells his story and thoughts on extraterrestrial life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    After 26 years, DC's UFO lobbyist gets his day in Congress

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2023 29:49


    Are we alone? Does extraterrestrial life exist here on earth? Are UFO's real? Have we made contact with aliens? These questions are usually reserved for the world of science fiction, but they made their way into Congress last week at a House Oversight Committee hearing. For many, the hearing was a bit of a head scratcher, but not for Steve Bassett. He's the first UFO lobbyist in Washington, DC and after more than a quarter-century of work he got his day in Congress. On the show, he tells his story and thoughts on extraterrestrial life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Before Oppenheimer: How DC became the unlikely birthplace of the atomic age

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2023 25:27


    Years before Robert Oppenheimer led the Los Alamos lab that developed the first nuclear weapons, physicists in Washington, D.C., thrust the world into the atomic age — inside a narrow, zigzagging tunnel running underneath Chevy Chase. It happened at the Carnegie Institute of Science's "atom smasher" in 1939. On the show, institute librarian, Shaun Hardy, and president, Eric Isaacs, tell this little known and unlikely D.C. story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Before Oppenheimer: How DC became the unlikely birthplace of the atomic age

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2023 23:57


    Years before Robert Oppenheimer led the Los Alamos lab that developed the first nuclear weapons, physicists in Washington, D.C., thrust the world into the atomic age — inside a narrow, zigzagging tunnel running underneath Chevy Chase. It happened at the Carnegie Institute of Science's "atom smasher" in 1939. On the show, institute librarian, Shaun Hardy, and president, Eric Isaacs, tell this little known and unlikely D.C. story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Inside the deal: How the DC Council passed its emergency crime bill

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2023 25:14


    Violent crime is on the rise in DC. Meanwhile, city officials have been at odds over how to address spikes in homicides and gun violence for much of 2023. But last week, the D.C. Council passed a number of crime bills with D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser's blessing. Ward 2 Council Member Brooke Pinto ushered in the new set of bills. She comes on the show to talk about this legislation, how it will make the city safer and what her plans are for future crime legislation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Inside the deal: How the DC Council passed its emergency crime bill

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2023 23:44


    Violent crime is on the rise in DC. Meanwhile, city officials have been at odds over how to address spikes in homicides and gun violence for much of 2023. But last week, the D.C. Council passed a number of crime bills with D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser's blessing. Ward 2 Council Member Brooke Pinto ushered in the new set of bills. She comes on the show to talk about this legislation, how it will make the city safer and what her plans are for future crime legislation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    ‘Seriously, your porn?' Va. state senator faces threats over age-verification law

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2023 34:59


    A new age-verification law in Virginia has turned the porn industry in the Commonwealth on its head. State Sen. Bill Stanley knew his law requiring porn websites to verify a user's age with an ID would ruffle some feathers, but he didn't expect the threats against his family. The law also faces stiff legal critiques from the Free Speech Coalition — a porn industry trade group that believes the law violates the constitution. On the show, we hear from both sides on the issue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    ‘Seriously, your porn?' Va. state senator faces threats over age-verification law

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2023 33:29


    A new age-verification law in Virginia has turned the porn industry in the Commonwealth on its head. State Sen. Bill Stanley knew his law requiring porn websites to verify a user's age with an ID would ruffle some feathers, but he didn't expect the threats against his family. The law also faces stiff legal critiques from the Free Speech Coalition — a porn industry trade group that believes the law violates the constitution. On the show, we hear from both sides on the issue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Why Md. Gov. Moore says the FBI headquarters shouldn't be in Va.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2023 28:39


    Maryland Gov. Wes Moore said Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin's recent criticism of the FBI amid its investigation into former-President Donald Trump's handling of sensitive government documents should play a role in which state is picked for the new FBI headquarters building. Securing the FBI building for Maryland is a top priority for Moore, who is now 6 months into his tenure. On the show, Maryland's first Black governor lays out his pitch for the headquarters and also talks about gun control, violence and transit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Why Md. Gov. Moore says the FBI headquarters shouldn't be in Va.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2023 27:09


    Maryland Gov. Wes Moore said Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin's recent criticism of the FBI amid its investigation into former-President Donald Trump's handling of sensitive government documents should play a role in which state is picked for the new FBI headquarters building. Securing the FBI building for Maryland is a top priority for Moore, who is now 6 months into his tenure. On the show, Maryland's first Black governor lays out his pitch for the headquarters and also talks about gun control, violence and transit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Behind the $500M plan to bring 'modern-day Roman baths' to DC

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2023 21:41


    Last month, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the District had inked a deal with a company seeking to build a massive $500 million complex in the city. No, it's not for a new Commander's stadium or swanky hotel. The agreement is with an Austrian-based company that hopes to build an indoor spa and waterpark the size of 10 baseball fields somewhere in the nation's capital. Chief Development Officer at Therme Group US Omar Toro-Vaca is overseeing the possible construction of a DC Therme. He comes o n the show to talk about what is a Therme, where it could go, and who is going to pay for it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Behind the $500M plan to bring 'modern-day Roman baths' to DC

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2023 20:11


    Last month, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the District had inked a deal with a company seeking to build a massive $500 million complex in the city. No, it's not for a new Commander's stadium or swanky hotel. The agreement is with an Austrian-based company that hopes to build an indoor spa and waterpark the size of 10 baseball fields somewhere in the nation's capital. Chief Development Officer at Therme Group US Omar Toro-Vaca is overseeing the possible construction of a DC Therme. He comes o n the show to talk about what is a Therme, where it could go, and who is going to pay for it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Are you working your life away? Why this rising star got off the DC ‘hamster wheel'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2023 33:27


    Spirituality, mortality, nepotism, mental health and travel are topics covered in Luke Russert's New York Times bestselling book “Look For Me There.” It chronicles Russert's journey through grief after losing his father — TV-news giant Tim Russert who died unexpectedly at 58-years-old in 2008. The book is also about how Luke found himself while traveling to six continents and more than 67 countries. Luke comes on the show and tells us what he's learned. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Are you working your life away? Why this rising star got off the DC ‘hamster wheel'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2023 31:57


    Spirituality, mortality, nepotism, mental health and travel are topics covered in Luke Russert's New York Times bestselling book “Look For Me There.” It chronicles Russert's journey through grief after losing his father — TV-news giant Tim Russert who died unexpectedly at 58-years-old in 2008. The book is also about how Luke found himself while traveling to six continents and more than 67 countries. Luke comes on the show and tells us what he's learned. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    ‘Rampant homelessness': How to curb a rise in encampments

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2023 20:59


    The D.C. region saw an 18% increase in homelessness last year. Suburbs experienced the largest jump. It's the first time homelessness has risen in the greater Washington area in four years. Executive Director of the National Coalition for the Homeless Donald Whitehead said our area has a “rampant homelessness” problem and people are treating it like it's the new “normal." Whitehead comes on the show to talk about his time living on the streets, why homelessness is on the rise and how we can end it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    ‘Rampant homelessness': How to curb a rise in encampments

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2023 19:29


    The D.C. region saw an 18% increase in homelessness last year. Suburbs experienced the largest jump. It's the first time homelessness has risen in the greater Washington area in four years. Executive Director of the National Coalition for the Homeless Donald Whitehead said our area has a “rampant homelessness” problem and people are treating it like it's the new “normal." Whitehead comes on the show to talk about his time living on the streets, why homelessness is on the rise and how we can end it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    NASA commander wants to ‘make the impossible real' with Artemis II

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2023 22:30


    Artemis II marks a new era of NASA space travel. It's the first manned mission to the moon's orbit since 1972 with Apollo 17. Reid Wiseman will lead astronauts Christina Koch, Victor Glover and Jeremy Hansen on a journey around the moon — a key step toward the Artemis III moon landing mission. The Artemis II Commander and NASA astronaut comes on the podcast to talk about his mission, what's at stake and why he's excited to return to space. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    NASA commander wants to ‘make the impossible real' with Artemis II

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2023 21:00


    Artemis II marks a new era of NASA space travel. It's the first manned mission to the moon's orbit since 1972 with Apollo 17. Reid Wiseman will lead astronauts Christina Koch, Victor Glover and Jeremy Hansen on a journey around the moon — a key step toward the Artemis III moon landing mission. The Artemis II Commander and NASA astronaut comes on the podcast to talk about his mission, what's at stake and why he's excited to return to space. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    ‘Exceptionally lethal': Maryland's battle over concealed-carry permits

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2023 27:42


    More Maryland residents can carry guns in public after the landmark Supreme Court decision on the New York State Rifle and Pistol Association v. Bruen case made it easier for people to get concealed-carry permits. Since then, the number of Maryland residents with approved concealed-carry permits tripled between July 2022 and May 2023. But a law signed by Maryland Governor Wes Moore puts new limits on who can get a permit and where they can conceal carry. Co-Director of Johns Hopkins Center for Gun Violence Solutions Cassandra Crifasi comes on the show to talk about the ongoing battle over concealed-carry permits in Maryland and talks about gun violence from a public health perspective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    ‘Exceptionally lethal': Maryland's battle over concealed-carry permits

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2023 26:12


    More Maryland residents can carry guns in public after the landmark Supreme Court decision on the New York State Rifle and Pistol Association v. Bruen case made it easier for people to get concealed-carry permits. Since then, the number of Maryland residents with approved concealed-carry permits tripled between July 2022 and May 2023. But a law signed by Maryland Governor Wes Moore puts new limits on who can get a permit and where they can conceal carry. Co-Director of Johns Hopkins Center for Gun Violence Solutions Cassandra Crifasi comes on the show to talk about the ongoing battle over concealed-carry permits in Maryland and talks about gun violence from a public health perspective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    'Everybody loves a campaign': Raskin weighs Senate run

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2023 28:51


    Personal tragedy and political upheaval have marked the last few years for Maryland U.S. Rep. Jamie Raskin. On December 31, 2020 Raksin's son Tommy died. A week later, a violent mob broke into the Capitol on Jan. 6 – forcing Raskin to seek shelter in a congressional hearing room while his youngest daughter barricaded herself in another member's office. Two years after his son's death on December 28, 2022, Raskin was diagnosed with diffuse large B-cell lymphoma cancer. His cancer is now in remission and Raskin is considering a senate run in 2024. The congressman comes on the show to discuss it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    'Everybody loves a campaign': Raskin weighs Senate run

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2023 27:21


    Personal tragedy and political upheaval have marked the last few years for Maryland U.S. Rep. Jamie Raskin. On December 31, 2020 Raksin's son Tommy died. A week later, a violent mob broke into the Capitol on Jan. 6 – forcing Raskin to seek shelter in a congressional hearing room while his youngest daughter barricaded herself in another member's office. Two years after his son's death on December 28, 2022, Raskin was diagnosed with diffuse large B-cell lymphoma cancer. His cancer is now in remission and Raskin is considering a senate run in 2024. The congressman comes on the show to discuss it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Another helicopter? Why choppers rule DC skies

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2023 18:41


    Helicopter noise is a sonic mainstay for the D.C. region with more than 80 helicopters flying overhead per day. But for some this sound of rotor is oppressive and damaging, sparking lawmakers like DC Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton and Virginia U.S. Representative Don Beyer to demand that helicopter pilots fly quieter. To better understand the rules of the sky and how helicopters really operate, we hear from Director of Physical Infrastructure at the Government Accountability Office Heather Krause. She wrote a comprehensive, first-of-its-kind report on helicopter in the DC region. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Another helicopter? Why choppers rule DC skies

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2023 17:11


    Helicopter noise is a sonic mainstay for the D.C. region with more than 80 helicopters flying overhead per day. But for some this sound of rotor is oppressive and damaging, sparking lawmakers like DC Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton and Virginia U.S. Representative Don Beyer to demand that helicopter pilots fly quieter. To better understand the rules of the sky and how helicopters really operate, we hear from Director of Physical Infrastructure at the Government Accountability Office Heather Krause. She wrote a comprehensive, first-of-its-kind report on helicopter in the DC region. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Why DC's height act may fall this time

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2023 24:59


    Office buildings in downtown D.C. sit relatively empty when compared to pre-pandemic vacancy rates and it doesn't look like they'll regain their commercial tenants with the work-from-home revolution holding strong. This new real estate reality has prompted DC Mayor Muriel Bowser to launch her ‘DC Comeback Plan' which proposes major changes to city zoning and the DC Height Act — a century-old and beloved law that keeps the city skyline low in the nation's capital. Professor of Urban and Regional Planning at Georgetown University Uwe Brandes comes on the show to shed light on what all this means for life in the District. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Why DC's height act may fall this time

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2023 23:29


    Office buildings in downtown D.C. sit relatively empty when compared to pre-pandemic vacancy rates and it doesn't look like they'll regain their commercial tenants with the work-from-home revolution holding strong. This new real estate reality has prompted DC Mayor Muriel Bowser to launch her ‘DC Comeback Plan' which proposes major changes to city zoning and the DC Height Act — a century-old and beloved law that keeps the city skyline low in the nation's capital. Professor of Urban and Regional Planning at Georgetown University Uwe Brandes comes on the show to shed light on what all this means for life in the District. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Md. town 'held hostage' by White's Ferry dispute

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2023 23:48


    It's been nearly two and a half years since White's Ferry took cars across a lazy span of the Potomac River — and residents in Poolesville, Maryland, are still counting the days. For the small town in northern Montgomery County, the shuttered ferry means a lot. On the show, Poolesville Commission President Jim Brown and Poolesville Fair Access Committee (FAC) Chairperson Link Hoewing argue the closed ferry is holding their small town hostage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Md. town 'held hostage' by White's Ferry dispute

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2023 22:18


    It's been nearly two and a half years since White's Ferry took cars across a lazy span of the Potomac River — and residents in Poolesville, Maryland, are still counting the days. For the small town in northern Montgomery County, the shuttered ferry means a lot. On the show, Poolesville Commission President Jim Brown and Poolesville Fair Access Committee (FAC) Chairperson Link Hoewing argue the closed ferry is holding their small town hostage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Metro CEO remains ‘bullish' despite looming ‘death spiral'

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2023 35:56


    It's been nine months since Metro CEO and General Manager Randy Clarke took the helm at the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Agency. During that time, Metro has increased its bus and rail ridership from pandemic lows, and opened six new rail stations along the Silver Line. But challenges remain. The 7000 series rail-cars have yet to fully return to the system, rail ridership still pales in comparison to pre-pandemic levels, and a looming fiscal gap threatens the system's ability to maintain normal bus and rail frequencies. On the show, Clarke addresses each issue and speaks candidly about the future of the third largest transit agency in the country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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