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Tyler Corwell is a local musician who will be attending WVU's music program in the fall stopped by the podcast for a great interview. He is a singer, songwriter who loves to perform live, he has aspirations of having his name in lights. Tyler has always had a love for music and we are very much looking forward to following along with him as he grows.  To find more info on Tyler check out his Facebook Page   

RTL is back and we are happy to have one of our favorite guest Mike Thompson back on the airwaves. He is here to talk about his latest photography project Fade to Blue. Mike walks us through what it was like to organize a huge project during a pandemic, and what it was like to shoot his old high school one last time.  The stories are absolutely amazing and his photographs are bringing the life once lived in the hallways back to life.  He will be exhibiting his show at the Allegany Arts Council in July of 2022. Remember to put that date on your calendar and be sure to join his  Facebook Group for more updates and information about the project.   

David Hill is the founder of Free indeed Ministries, a non-profit located at 201 N. Centre Street in Cumberland, MD. David started out life in Baltimore MD and his path in life lead him here. David started the Hope Against Heroin in Allegany County raising awareness about the opioid epidemic in our area. He has been an outstation "life coach" for those around him for the past 28 years. David's story is one that should inspire you to put kindness and love into your community. 

How do you start the conversation about racism? This episode deals with that topic and hopefully helps you start your own dialogue with yourself and others. If you feel uncomfortable that is good, challenging yourself is good, it will hopefully help fuel you to be a part of changing society  for the betterment of others.  Check out our website for more information and remember,    LISTEN, PARTICIPATE, DONATE, AND VOTE 

Ray Morriss, mayor of Cumberland MD makes his debut in this weeks episode. Ray discusses the importance of wearing a mask, keeping appropriate social distancing, and the strength of the small business in Allegany County. We find out how the city has adapted to ensure safety of essential employees and how the city plans on rolling out the various phases of re-opening in the future.    Enjoy! 

This episode is a catch up from the past year, and the launch of a new project that will allow you to be heard on this very show! The Voice Memo Project kicks off with the broad topic of Feelings, there is a lot to explore with this topic so have fun and send us your voice. Links Mentioned in the show: BackBone Food Farm. Leaning Pine Farm Part 1 Leaning Pine Farm Part 2 Thank you for Listening and subscribe so you never miss a new episode, who knows you might be featured!  

This is the second annual day of civility as party of the Choose Civility of Allegany County Allegany County Library System April 11, 2019 will be the second annual county-wide Day of Civility, marked by special events and programs across the county by Choose Civility partners. All Libraries - All Day Food for Fines All branches of the Allegany County Library System will hold Food-for-Fines Day on April 11. This is our annual day of the year when patrons can reduce their fines by turning in cans or boxes of non-perishable food. Each can or box given will reduce your fine by $1.00. A maximum of $10.00 can be reduced off each library patron’s card. The food is given to the Western Maryland Food Bank. George's Creek Library - 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Kindness Rocks! Paint messages of kindness at the George's Creek Library. List of Events 9:30 AM - 10:45 AMFSU Lane 111 - Interfaith Leadership: Leading Across and Beyond Faiths 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMWEPCO Federal Credit Union LaVale Branch - Kindness Treat!  10:00 AM - 8:00 PMACLS Libraries - Food for Fines10:00 AM - 8:00 PMFSU Ort Library - Civility Displays 12:30 PM - 1:30 PMFSU Ort Library 237 - A House Divided: Deliberating the Future of Our Democracy 2:00 PM - 4:00 PMGeorge's Creek Library - Kindness Rocks!  4:00 PM - 6:00 PMACM College Center Lounge - Showcase of Civility and Reception  4:00 PM - 6:00 PMACM College Center Lounge - Voter Registration  5:00 PM - 6:30 PMWest Side Elementary - Community Dinner 6:00 PM - 7:00 PMACM Continuing Ed Building Room 12 - Daniel Buccino, Keynote Speaker  

Melanie Chapman and Sam Vega join us to discuss the importance of education no matter your age.  Melanie heads up the adult education program at Allegany College of Maryland. The staff of this program is the ultimate support system helping adults reach their education goals by completing high school equivalency exams and some continuing on to earn college degrees.  Sam Vega is a success story from this great program, she is engaging politicians at the state and federal level to ensure that the funding continues for this fantastic program.    

He is back, better than ever, and kicking off our 5th season!  Dr. John O'Rorke a politcal science professor at Frostburg State University is discussing the political system in a broad perspective. What is democracy and how education impacts how a democracy works in society.  Looking for more episodes featuring Johnny O Search our archive and subscribe to the show!     

After four years of recording podcasts, I was lucky enough to have Mayor Brian Grimm  on the show.  Brian is here to shed some light on the positive work that he and the city council have done over the past eight years. Brian demistifies what his job tittle means and how much power  the office of Mayor possesses, and the reality of how much time and effort goes into this job. The city of Cumberland has issues like any other municipality and our conversation touches on public safety, opiate addiction, infrastructure improvements, green energy solutions, and economic development/job creation. In order to allow for everyone to participate we opened up our social media accounts for questions for the mayor that Brian graciously answered. For more information on  Brain visit his website.   Do not forget to VOTE! Nov. 6, 2018 

The Queen City Film Festival is Western Maryland's premier film festival, this year October 4-7 2018 in Cumberland Md. The QCFF is currently in its eighth year and is being held at Mezzo's  114 S. Centre Street on the third floor. The QCFF offers a four-day program of screenings and educational panels, and welcomes filmmakers from around the world.  This year they are featuring 89 Films over eight categories and featuring six Maryland filmmakers. To purchase your tickets to the film festival   HERE and support this great local event that brings the world of film to the Mountains of Maryland.   Download this years festival program HERE  The Allegany Allied Arts will be showing The Rocky Horror Picture Show on October 27, 2018 at Windsor Castle 210 S. Centre Street. The doors open at 7pm, a costume contest starts at 9:30 with the film beginning at 10pm. All of the premium seats have sold out, but there are plenty of GA tickets available do not hesitate purchase your Rocky Horror Tickets HERE    

Jen Browne is back to fill up your calendar with great Fall literary events in Frostburg, Maryland! We have a complete list of events listed below. For more information about the events listed below be sure to visit frostburg.edu/cla or contact jabrowne@frostburg.edu for more information.  l 5-6 October: 12th Annual Western Maryland Independent Literature Festival Join us for two days of readings, roundtables, and panel discussions celebrating the writers, publishers, and readers of small press and independent literature at various locations on Main St. in Frostburg.  Saturday’s events include a book fair with regional publishers in the Lyric Theatre 11 October: Gerald Duff 7:30 PM, Lyric Theatre Gerald Duff has published over 18 books, including novels, collections of short stories and poems, and books of nonfiction. His newest book, Nashville Burning, was published in September 2017. http://www.geraldduff.com/ 25 October: Julia Kasdorf (poet) and Steven Rubin (photographer) 7:30 PM, Lewis J. Ort Library  Julia Spicher Kasdorf has published three collections of poetry with the University of Pittsburgh Press, most recently Poetry in America.  With photographer Steven Rubin, she has created a poetry collection to document the impacts of natural gas development in Pennsylvania, titled Shale Play, which will be published by Penn State University Press in fall 2018. http://english.la.psu.edu/faculty-staff/jmk28 1 November: Peter Stark 7 PM, Lyric Theatre  Peter Stark is an adventure and exploration writer and historian. A long-time correspondent for Outside magazine, Stark’s articles and essays have also appeared in Smithsonian, The New Yorker, The New York Times Magazine, Men’s Journal, and many others. His Astoria was a New York Times bestseller.Young Washington: How Wilderness and War Forged America’s Founding Father was published in May 2018. Stark’s visit is funded by the Martha T. and Ralph M. Race Western History Lecture Fund and co-sponsored by the History Department.  https://www.peterstarkauthor.com 10 November: One Act Play Festival 7:00 PM in the Historic Palace Theatre The One-Act Play Festival features a production of the winning play and staged readings of the second and third place winning plays of our international one-act playwriting competition; a talkback with writers, actors, and directors; and a reception. 6 December: Andy Duncan  7:30 PM, Main Street Books  FSU’s very own Andy Duncan will celebrate the release of An Agent of Utopia: New and Selected Stories (out in November from Small Beer Press) with a reading at Main Street Books.   Other events, such as our first Saturday Coffee with a Writer program, will be continuing as well.  

Ryan is gracing the airwaves once again with a few extra letters behind his name. He recently finished his doctorate in conducting and is back to talk about the importance of music. Ryan while studying has been racking up the air miles to come back home to participate and help run Mountainside Baroque a local non-profit. Mountainside Baroque, Cumberland’s early music collective has established itself as a staple of the cultural scene in the mid-Atlantic region, known for its excellent performances of music written before 1800. The most recently launched a bi-annual music festival and early music academy for student to great success.   Check out Ryan's website: www.ryanmullaney.com 

So.. what is a co-op you might ask??  Nancy & Woody are here to discuss the origins of Wholesome Harvest Co-op, how you can join, and visit the space throughout the month of June!  Wholesome Harvest Co-op is a newly formed business located at 30 West Main Street in Frostburg Maryland, with a mission to provide the community with high quality, locally produced, wholesome foods.  For more information visit their Website,  Facebook and Sign up for their email list!   

Bethany Doyle is kicking off today's show with a ton of information about the first ArtsWalk of 2018 in Frostburg. April 28, 2018 the town will be full of artists, live music and even a movie night for all ages. To keep up to date on everything associated with the event be sure to check out their Website and Facebook Page    Jen Browne is back on the mics reading some beautiful poetry that you might see under your feet in our area, after a nice spring rain. Frostburg State design students have partnered with the CLA to get poetry in the community. The prose and stanzas will appear under your feet... so go walk in the rain! The CLA is hosting Coffee with the Writer with Lowell Duckert, and his book For All Waters: Finding Ourselves in Early Modern Wetscapes. Duckhert WVU associate professor will be discussing his book on April 28, 2018 from 10am-12pm Expresses your creativity in one-act Submit before the deadline and you might get you see your show in lights! If you want to hear more poetry you are in luck: Check out the CLA event page April 28th at the Tall Door Gallery  is hosting James Ralston reading from his new book of poems. October 18th  at 7:30pm Julie Kazdorf will be reading her poems from her latest book, while Steven Rubin displays his photography that compliments her work.    

I had the pleasure of spending some time with Frostburg State University Communication Studies students Deena Lucas, Niki Elliott, and Brendon Brock. They have been involved with several projects that are successfully collaborating with our community. Their latest project is the Choose Civility project on April 12, 2018, this event is taking place all over Allegany county including events on Frostburg State University Campus. For more information on Choose Civility visit their local events page HERE and Choose Civility Website HERE. 

Frostburg Grows is helping you celebrate spring by brushing up on your gardening skills with their Seed Exchange March 11, from 2p-4p at City Place in Frostburg. They have partnered with local master gardeners, that will be providing demonstrations, answering gardening questions, and  seed exchanges.  If you are trying to expand your gardening prowess, by signing up for a community garden plot at Frostburg Grows high tunnels and raised beds.  If you are interested in a native plant sale it will be happening May 12 from 10-3p Frostburg Grows is a sustainable agriculture and training center located in Frostburg, MD. The 5-acre site, formerly used for coal mining, has been re-purposed to demonstrate innovative, sustainable land usage. The organization is committed to growing food for the future, supporting local farms in our area, and training others to do the same. Frostburg Grows is utilizing their growing space to grow food donations for local food pantries. They are encouraging everyone to donate extra foods their garden is producing to the local farmers markets. Last year they were able to donate 26,000 lbs of food.  For more information about Frostburg Grows Send them an email: FrostburgGrows1@gmail.com  and Visit their FACEBOOK PAGE     

  Well it finally happened, Eli and I were in the same town, in the same room, recording our well over due episode. We had a blast and discussed food, coming home, and podcasting.Eli was helped me start this show and could not have done it without his support. His new show is fantastic keeping the audience up to date with the latest comics and they their latest episode they discuss Black Panther. Subscribe to his podcast HERE Eli is always creating a great content be sure to check out all of his projects Cosmic Lion Radio,  Can I Thwipp It?  and a new Ween Zine coming out March 1, 2018.        Eli's Hashtags #garbanzo #allbeanledzepplin #moosewoodzepplin #wingsarelife #bud #wedgie #cumberlandsandwhich #shift #manus #killmonger #libsyn #toasterland #RABSAG     

Our favorite show regular Michael Thompson (last years winner) is back discussing the second annual Photographic Competition and Exhibition. This event is being held April 7, 2018 at the Allegany Arts Council 9 North Center Street in Cumberland Maryland. The call is officially out to submit your photos (do that HERE)  The submissions are due Feb 20, 2018 and the cash prizes over $5,000. The Juror who has the hard job of picking the winners this year is Karen Irvine. Karen is the curator and associate director of the Museum of Contemporary Photography (MoCP) at Columbia College Chicago. She has organized over forty five exhibitions of contemporary photography at the MoCP and other venues including the Hyde Park Art Center;  Rockford Art Museum; Lishui International Photography Festival, China; Daegu Photography Biennale, South Korea, and the New York Photo Festival. Enjoy!

Jen Browne graces our microphones once again to help fill out your calendar with wonderful events through the month of April. Jen will be returning in April for Poetry month, until then be sure to attend the great events mentioned in this weeks episodes. Keep in mind that the One-Act Play Festival is now open to submissions until April 27, 2018 this is open to everyone to submit your play click HERE and contact Jen to be a reader for this years festival HERE  Be sure to keep up to date with all of the events with the CLA through their Website and Facebook Group.  February 13, 2018 6:30p Valentines Day Reading  @ The Allegany Art's Council Coffee with the Writer March 3, 2018 with Andrew Sparbar 10pm-12pm @ The CLA March 8, 2018 International Women's Day Feminist Poetry Slam @ Dante 7:30pm  March 25th Backbone Mt. Review Release Party and Reading 2pm @ Allegany Arts Council  April 5, 2018 Mitch Yockelson Reading 7pm at the Lewis J. Ort Library  April 19 Mary Azrael Reading 7:30 pm at the Lyric Theatre Frostburg   

We are kicking off our fourth season with Doug and Betsey. Their voices should sound familiar as they have both been featured on previously.  This episode they join forces to discuss their upcoming debut in Love Letters a play written by A. R. Gurney. This popular play has been performed many times over on broadway, but locally was made famous by Doug's parents Leonard and Jane Schwab.  The performances of past and present have always been a fundraiser for the Cumberland Theatre and 100% of the proceeds will benefit the theatre. The 2018 run will be February 17th and 18th ONLY so our advice is to purchase your tickets early!  Enjoy!        

If you are missing the warmer weather and wonderful nature sounds of late fall, then this is the perfect episode to listen to. Sam and Amanda invited me out to the farm to talk about what they have been doing over the past two years and how life on the farm has changed.    Be sure to support your local farmers and for more information about Leaning Pine Farm visit their website: www.leaningpinefarm.com 

Sam and Amanda from Leaning Pine Farm spent some time at the studio after our great onsite recording to talk about some great updates to the farm and how you can purchase their grass fed beef.  Be sure not to miss Part 2 of this great double header to hear all the beauty of their farm including some great background vocalists.  For more information visit their website: www.leaningpinefarm.com     

Johnny O is back and boy are we glad he is here to explain taxes, reform and the on going bill that is now, currently back in the House after the Senate vote over the  weekend. Taxes are a complicated web but with this episode we discuss it in a way that should be helpful, and open your eyes to the process of how tax reform works and ultimately effect you.  This is an ongoing story, and the bill itself is going to change most likely until the last minute. Read well balanced news and glean insight, and how it will directly effect you or those you love. If you do not like what you are hearing/reading then contact your congressional representatives and and remember to vote in your local, state, and national elections. For more information on Taxes visit the IRS Website 

This episode starts our efforts to start a dialogue about sexual harassment. This is a topic that has been in the press involving people in the public eye, this publicity has enabled everyone to start the dialogue of their own experiences and how things need to change. While trying to tackle this subject I quickly realized that this would need to be an on going topic of conversation involving different professionals that can help with understanding the different facets of this topic.   

We ventured back to Basecamp Coffee, and my have they grown!            Basecamp has launched their online store so you can enjoy their coffee all over the world.  In order to grow Basecamp has moved to a larger roasting location that will accommodate a larger production facility to bring the freshest coffee to your cup.  Hayden  discusses their signature blends of coffee and where you can enjoy a freshly brewed cup locally. Hayden is very reachable and loves to hear from the customer, it's good to know your coffee roaster say hello at farmers markets and events throughout the year. Basecamp Cafe is in the works so stay tuned to for more information as it develops. The holidays are coming up so strike while the iron is hot and order up some the freshest coffee in all of Western MD! ORDER HERE!! 

  Chuk Azubike is graduating from Frostburg State University in Spring 2017 and is the current student intern at Frostburg First. It was a great honor for us to have Chuk  tell us his story.  His episode would not be complete without the mention of Small Business Saturday that is happening November 25, 2017 and is a nationwide event so go out and support your local business!  For more information visit Frostburg First

Jody Walker was brave enough to join RTL on our first  Guerrilla  Pod at this years Indie Lit. Festival. Jody is a retired third grade teacher, and potter and has created a beautiful book full of wonder; with lessons for young and old alike. Jody has a wonderful soothing voice that is sure to put you at ease. Be sure to support this author by purchasing her book at the following locations: Main Street Books   Mountain Shine Creative Amazon

This is our third annual podcast about podcast episodes celebrating, our third year of bringing you your weekly content. Mike Thompson and Tim Gallagher join us to discuss the shows we enjoy listening to!  Ringer Podcast Network includes podcasts about several podcasts: NFL, NBA, MLB Achievement Oriented(video games) The Masked Man(wrestling) University (college sports) The Watch (TV/ Movies) Binge Mode( Game of Thrones)  Against all Odds, House of Carbs, 30 for 30 WNYC Shows- More Perfect(Supreme Court), Nancy(lgbtq), Live from the Paula Poundstone Institute(variety comedy), 2 Dope Queens(comedy), A Piece of Work,  Other can't miss shows... 30 for 30 Revisionist History, S-town, Orgins, Intercepted, The Tony Kornheiser show, Stuff you Should Know.   

The Frostburg State University Center for Literary Arts, in partnership with the Allegany County Library System, is excited to announce that the eleventh annual Western Maryland Indie Lit Festival is scheduled for Oct. 13 & 14 on Main Street in Frostburg. The event brings together editors and publishers with writers and educators of the local community. Panel discussions and roundtable sessions include topics on various creative genres, revolutionary mothering, writing and the first amendment, writing about spirituality, telling the story through podcasting, and more! This event is FREE and open to the public!  For more info. check out their Website and Facebook Page     

The Queen City Film Festival is Western Maryland's premier film festival, this year October 5-8 2017 in Cumberland Md. The QCFF is currently in its sixth year and is being held at Mezzo's  114 S. Centre Street on the third floor. The QCFF offers a four day program of screenings and educational panels, and welcomes filmmakers from around the world. Be sure to get your tickets and support this great local event. The Allegany Allied Arts are once again putting on the best Rocky Horror Picture show experience.. get your tickets early!!  Be sure to get your tickets HERE Download the wonderful festival program HERE  Get your Rocky Horror Tickets HERE

Shannon Shine and C-Lo are back to discuss the third annual Chrystal Chalice award shows happening October 21, 2017 at Mezzo's. This great award shoe acknowledges people who are making a positive impact in our community. Dress up it is a masquerade filled with dinner, drinks, awards, and dancing be sure to get your tickets and craft your mask. VIP $20.00 GA $10.00 If you want to win two free VIP tickets then like our Facebook Page HERE and share the post!  If you are not able to attend, be sure to participate by voting HERE and listen to PBM2L radio to learn about the nominees HERE  If you are you coming from out of town be sure to book your room at the Ramada using the code CG Chrystal. 

Jen Browne is back to discuss upcoming fall events for the Center for Literary Arts. The One Act Play festival returns to the Palace for it's 8th season September 30, 2017 at 7pm.  Playwrights from all over the world submitted work and the winners have been announced.. do not miss this event. Purchase your tickets at Main Street Books in Frostburg, Allegany Arts Council, and CLA.  The Fall Reading Series Starts this September 19th. All of the reading series will be held at 7:30pm at the Lyric Theatre 20 E. Main Street Frostburg that is free and open to the public. This series features Charley Henley, Chauna Craig, and Robert Earl Price.  Coffee with the Writer an informal discussion with writers with coffee and pastries with writers from 10-12pm on the first Saturday of each month with Frank Senese and Barry Weinberg in October 7 and November 4; drink hot Clatter Coffee and eat the sweet treats from Lorenzo's  Stop into the CLA they are open Monday and Friday from 12-6pm Wednesday 12-2:30pm Saturday 9-4pm 

Matthew Scarpelli, is a third generation funeral director, everyone at one time or another will need a funeral director and this episode will help shed some much needed light on this well respected profession. This episode is full of great information and insights including how his family started  Scarpelli Funeral Home.   Enjoy! 

The Women’s Action Coalition, Greater Allegany County began following the  the Women’s March in Washington, DC, January 21, 2017. Their mission is to increase our understanding of the current political situation, take action to bridge divides, and acknowledge the inherent value of each person, without exception.  This episode we will be promoting the First  Book Discussion in partnership with the Allegany County Public Library system; Hillbilly Elegy. This book will help kick start dialogue and hopefully bring about change and understanding. If you would like to help put the ACTION in women action, then click the links below for more information.  Meeting are held every Wednesday on the campus of Allegany College of Maryland. Allied Health Building Rm: 237 from 7-9pm  For more information: WAC FaceBook Group  Choose Civility   

The talented Michael Lipton joins us to discuss his upcoming show with his band the Carpenter Ants benefiting WFWM public radio. Mr. Lipton a very talented guitarist has been playing on  Mountain Stage for the past 30 years, and established the West Virginia Music Hall of Fame. The WV Music Hall of Fame inducts new members annually and the ceremony is broadcast live on WV public broadcasting. Be sure to visit their website for more information. The Carpenter Ants are West Virginia’s premier rhythm & blues group, having played well over 2,000 performances worldwide. They owe their success over the past 25 years to always having a good time which is contagious. Be sure not to miss his exciting show on August 19, 2017 at the Palace Theatre in Frostburg MD. Get your Tickets HERE 

Dr. Johnny O is back and discussing ethics in politics using the four levels of ethics as a guideline. This episode as always is full of fantastic information. Johnny O is a regular returning guest of the show and if you have a topic that you would like to discuss be sure to contact us with your questions.  4 Levels of Ethics Personal Morality- based on who you are, your parents, background etc... -basic sense of right and wrong  Professional Ethics-  each profession has its own set of rules of behavior  Organizational- both formal organizational rules and informal org. culture  Social Ethics- group rules of your society, often found in laws 

Chuck Dicken, station director of WFWM joins us to discuss the history of the station on the campus of Frostburg State University. This NPR affiliate public radio station provides  great news coverage and original programming;  from Jukebox Friday Night, Footlight Parade, Jazz, Sounds Eclectic...etc. For a full schedule visit their WEBSITE  As with any public radio station, donations help keep the station going... so get out and buy your tickets to their great benefit concert series. HERE     

Gregg Wolff is back to discuss the Highland American Music Series Presents! A Special Weekend of music to benefit Frostburg State University's Public Radio station WFWM. (91.9 FM) This concert series will kick off with Sierra Hall August 18, 2017 and The Carpenter Ants on August 19, 2017. Both shows will be held at The Palace Theatre doors open at 7:30pm.  Gregg also discusses their exciting 2017-2018 shows with Seldom Scene and the Quebe Sisters.  All tickets are available for purchase online and at Main Street Books in Frostburg MD.  Don't wait these shows will sell out, see great live music and support your local public radio station. HAMS Website

Suzy Snow is joining us for her third appearance on the show, she is the owner of Wholesome Harvest Food Market in Frostburg MD and she is celebrating completing her first year in business. Suzy discusses plans for the future and expanding into classes benefiting the public understanding of a healthy diet, cooking, and preserving techniques.  For more information on seasonal offerings and classes be sure to sign up for Suzy's weekly email blast, on her WEBSITE.  Suzy had a personal health setback this year and if you are willing to donate to the cause of keeping wholesome harvest open and serving up local food to our rural population. The best way to keep this business thriving is to support it by shopping, often and with gusto!   

Kit Pepper makes her first appearance on the show to discuss her great art gallery space Sadie's 87 East Main Street in Frostburg Maryland. The gallery where "Gathering is an Art" is open     nine days a month, from the first Friday to the second Saturday. Each month brings new artwork, a fresh theme and new events. Hours are late afternoon, early evening during the week (Monday-Thursday), later on Friday, all day on Saturdays and Sunday afternoon. Keeping the gathering spot tradition alive is a priority for Sadie’s. Main Street residents and visitors are encouraged to pop in. You never know what you might find! For more information about Sadie's  Vist the Facebook Page HERE Contact Kit and show your ART: SadiesinFrostburg@gmail.com or KitPepper@gmail.com 

Grace Cardiff from Frostburg State University Children's Literature Center is here to discuss this great annual event Pirates Ahoy!  The event takes place on July 12, 2017 from 9:30am to1pm, all activities are free and open to the public, so bring your best outfits and treasure hunting skills to this great annual event.  This years featured author is Beth Fairy with her book "Pirates Perfect Pet" you will get a chance to meet the author and get her autograph!  For more information about Pirates Ahoy click HERE  For information about The Children's Literature Center   

Jennie is back to discuss the second annual Kids Camp for beginner and experience knitters. Over three weeks in July you can join the fun for a weeklong camp as they explore how yarn and knitted things are made. Make friends, visit a farm, and come away with a much better appreciation of hand-made gifts.  Frostburg Fiber Depot is also celebrating their second anniversary be sure to join in the festivities on August 19, 2017!  To celebrate the marriage of Jennie and Billy she is having a 50% of sale from Now until July 12th!  To sign up for kids camp visit click HERE   

Karen Lau and Brent Weber stopped by the show to discuss the FSU Summer Music Academy, in it's second year and very much a passion project for Karen, they have grown the Academy and 24 students will be participating in this fun week long academy. The Frostburg State University Summer Music Academy was created with the mission to promote classical music education all over the world.  The Summer Music Academy will help the young students develop an appreciation of culture through musical experiences. This academy will bring top artists from around the world to the Western Maryland as guest artists and teachers and they will be performing in the evenings. The Academy and the concert series is runs from July 22-28 2017. All performances are in Peeler Hall at 7pm (3:30pm on July 22 only) in the Performing Arts Building on Frostburg State University Campus. Tickets will be available for purchase and children 12 and under are free.  For more information about the Academy visit their Website

Elisha Ruminski joins us for a conversation about communication. Dialogue and communication are key to understanding. Elisha runs the Communication Leadership Lab at Frostburg State University. This lab started an important dialogue with the community of Frostburg of Maryland, and the students, addressing issues surrounding the community as a whole. Get involved and engage! For more information: http://frostburgdialogue.org  Elesha L. Ruminski, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Communication Studies and Coordinator, Leadership Studies elruminski@frostburg.edu, 301-687-4480

Clare from the Allegany Farmers Market joins us for todays episode. Clare and I discuss the two largest markets in Cumberland, MD and Frostburg MD located in the downtown walking mall and City Place. There are 25 farmers selling their organic, naturally grown, and conventionally grown produce. The variety of items on offer include meats, eggs, coffee, and value added products.  Be sure to Like Allegany Farmers Market Facebook Page to stay in the know!  Have a question or suggestion? Contact the market: AlleganyFM@gmail.com  For more information on the Markets click HERE 

Bethany Doyle and Amber Haning discuss the upcoming urban scavenger hunt in Frostburg Maryland on May 13, 2018 from 1:00pm-3:00pm. Bethany and Amber joined forces with Frostburg State University librarian Mary Jo Price. They started their research in October to plan the history, fact filled, and fun hunt. This event is open to the public and will cost $20 per team, monies are being split between Frostburg First and The Frostburg Museum.    Scavenger Hunt Tips:  Teams of 2-5 people  Have your phones fully charged  Use good Time Management  Dress for the weather  Wear good walking shoes   For more information click HERE  

Jen Browne is back to help us celebrate poetry month, by reading selected poems including some of her own work. Jen is a staple of this show and has previously discussed the interactive poetry installation Walk, Read, Write that is filling the windows in Frostburg MD.  Jen issues an interesting poetry challenge for all of the poets listening and hopefully will inspire you to pick up a pen or some prose.    Enjoy   

Jessica is back to discuss the upcoming events in Frostburg Maryland. Jessica starts the episode off by discussing the first Arts Walk of the year happening April 29, 2017 from 3-8pm. It will be held in the arts and entertainment center of Frostburg. The day promises to be packed full of fun and excitement for the art lover of all ages.  A new event being held May 13, 2017 from 1pm-3pm is Finding Frostburg . Be sure to have your phones charged and your team ready to solve riddles and win prizes in what is sure to be a great scavenger hunt!  Frostburg First is also encouraging artists to become members of Frostburg First as a way of connecting their services to local businesses and also staying up to date on artist related events in Frostburg.  Find more information HERE  

1 year and counting, Mark and Tim hit this milestone and mark it by talking about the most important meal of the day, Breakfast.  They answer your questions about making the perfect crispy bacon and the best scrambled eggs.    If you have questions and to access our recipes go to our website  www. relishpod.com 

Johnny O returns for his enlightening education on how our government works. We focus on the Affordable care Act repeal and replace bill, why it failed and how the Senate used its interesting rules to lay the ground work to avoid a filibuster and pass this flawed healthcare bill. Johnny O and I discuss the reasons healthcare costs have risen over the past two years and the idea of a single payer system. This episode is full of information you might have to listen to it twice. If you want to be involved in politics be sure to read several news sources, and call your representatives at the state and federal levels.