The Maryland Crabs Podcast

We've got three months to go before we vote for a new governor. And subsequent to the big-party primaries in July, most Marylanders are thinking that they face a stark choice limited to Democratic and Republican candidates who represent the very best or the very worst of the two parties, depending on how you look at it. But there ARE other voices out there. In this podcast, Tim sits with two of the more interesting voices out there, 1) Jerome Segal, who is founder of Bread & Roses Socialism, ran for Governor in the Democratic primary, and is now running for President against Joe Biden, and 2) David Lashar, the Libertarian Party candidate for Maryland Governor this fall. It was a good coversation between three people with different political views but a common passion for civil debate on both general philosophy and specific issues.

We've entered election season with just slightly over three months until we vote for a new governor. We're a solid-blue state that does not shy away from electing moderate Republicans. So the two major parties generally suck the air out of the room, leaving little for other candidates. That means that we rarely get to hear new ideas and perspectives. Tim sat down a couple of days before the primaries to chat with two gubanatorial cadidates...Jerome Segal, a Socialist who ran on the Democratic ticket (and is now running for President of the United States) and David Lashar, a Libertarian who ran for Congress during the last election. It was a good conversation between three people with different perspectives on politics who may agree here and there. 

This is a Crabcake from The Maryland Crabs! What is a Crabcake? Well, it's a very short snippet of something you need to know. It might be 5 minutes long..or it might be 20....we don't have any kind of plan. In any event, enjoy your Maryland Crabcake! It's not the Christmas season until Paula Poundstone comes to Rams Head on Stage ! This year, she will be in town for two shows on December 18. Tim and Paula are now best friends (probably) since they chat around this time every year. This time, we covered surviving the COVID lockdown, kids and social media, Twitter, cats (which is de rigueur at this point), and the release of her new album, "Paula Goes to College (for one night only)." We also talk more about her hilarious weekly podcast, No One Listens to Paula Poundstone. Links: Tickets Paula's Website Paula's Facebook Paula's Twitter

The transition to civilian life is not easy, and it can be daunting when considering a complete career change. Chow is a nonprofit designed to provide services for military veterans through cooking therapy, cookware donations, culinary education, and business advice for anyone from home chefs to aspiring food truck or restaurant owners. In this episode, Tim talks with Jordan Foley, a Naval Academy graduate, still on active duty, who founded Chow and completely eschews sleep. 

When you are tired of Zoom podcasts and the weather is beautiful and there is a big picnic table outside--you get together in PERSON and record a beercast! This week, Cassie, Lauren and Bill from Katcef Brothers Inc. are in the flesh and we relish getting socially distant together! What's on tap this month? Football, seltzers and the warning that there will be peppermint and gingerbread flavored ones on the horizon (yuk). Bud Light Platinum now has a seltzer too along with an alcohol free Bud Zero. We also touch base on the Golden Goat Ultimate Bud Light Tailgate Giveaway.  Details are right here and the odds are good! Despite the lack of events, there is a lot going on in the world of beer.  And speaking of events--the Military Bowl tells us that they are planning to move forward so ... stay tuned!

Just because our local Oktoberfests have been cancelled along wth the real Oktoberfest is no reason that we can't start thinking about the delicious fall beers and the team at Katcef Brothers Inc teases us a little bit with a Spaten-Devils Backbone collaboration. We also hit on Cutwater's international tequila award and marvel at how well Bud LIght Seltzer contines to do with the intro of three nw flavors--pineapple, cranberry, and grapefruit.  September 18th is Global Beer Responsibility Day and I am searching Hallmark for a card... but locally, you want to stay tuned to Eye On Annapolis and Katcef Brothers for a fun promotion this fall that could score you a wild tailgate party....when we can do that again! :(  Enjoy and cheers!

Sing Second Sports popped on my radar about 2 months ago and after two episodes I was hooked!  These guys have found a great way to dig deep into Navy Athletics. From football to baseball to basketball to water polo to intramural soccer.  Academy grads, Ward Carroll and Chris Servello are joined by former USNA PAO John Schofield to bring it all to you with a fan's ardor and an insider's connection.  We sit down, and talk about the podcast, the sports (had no idea there were THAT many), their past guests, and future hopefuls. Oh and we crystal ball the Navy Vs Notre Dame game scheduled for Labor Day weekend! LINKS: Sing Second Sports (Facebook) Sing Second Sports (Twitter) Sing Second Sports (Soundcloud) Sing Second Sports (Apple Podcasts) Sing Second Sports (Google Podcasts) Sing Second Sports (Website-COMING SOON)  

Travis Pastrana never rests. If he is not racing, jumping, building a stunt, or chasing down his two daughters, you can probably be sure he's working on something new.  And we caught up with him to find out! Enter Circuit 199 in Sudlersville.  It's a state of the art racing facility  to train top drivers and to teach the new batch. It's a Progression Park where FMX, BMX, and skateboarders can hone their skills and take them to the next level. And it's a Pump Track and skills course to promote fitness to youth using the track for bicycles, skateboards, or scooters.   And of course there is plenty of other entertainment planned as well. When Travis brought Nitro Circus here in 2017 it meant the world to him to finally perform at home.  And now he wants to continue giving back to Maryland--his home. Circuit 199 could open as early as next spring, but the target is to be open by 2022. Have a listen and get excited! Links: Circuit 199 Circuit 199 (Twitter) Circuit 199 (Instagram) Nitro Circus Travis Pastrana (Wiki)  

We hopped on the phone with the fine folks at Katcef Brothers to talk about summer drinks, lacrosse, and the scepter of a fall without college sports! And a head up on a fantastic promotion if the Navy-Notre Dame game is played here on Labor Day weekend! But, we also have some tips to save some money on your beer purchases... go to thegreatestbeers.com and get on their mailing list. And we want to know what you're drinking and what you think about some of the suggestions we've been making --send us an email! Have a listen!

This is a Crabcake from The Maryland Crabs! What is a Crabcake? Well, it's a very short snippet of something you need to know. It might be 5 minutes long..or it might be 20....or longer in this case, because..well...beer! In any event, enjoy your Maryland Crabcake! Today, we continue our monthly series (no set schedule other than monthly) about beer.  We have a huge distributor of beer right here in Annapolis--Katcef Brothers Inc. and they have a ton of experts on hand to de-mystify beer for us.  Now, full disclosure--I like beer! I like beer a lot!  But, I am not a beer snob and a Bud Light will suit me just fine.  The Orange Crush is a Maryland drink. But they have been hard to take out on the boat, or enjoy in the back yard--until now.  This month, Bobby Rohla from Devils Backbone joins us to talk about the distilling end of Devil's Backbone and specifically the Orange Smash--perfect for tossing in the cooler this summer. And like last month, we have some incredible rebates for you!  See below! Please have a listen! ONLINE REBATES WHEN YOU BUY: $12 on 2 12-Pack of any Bud Light Seltzer https://www.mybeerrebate.com/#/AB-2179 $12 on 2 12-Packs of Michelob Ultra https://www.mybeerrebate.com/#/AB-2187 $10 on 2 12-Packs of ANY Stella Artois product https://www.mybeerrebate.com/#/AB-1859 $10 on 2 15 or 18-Packs of Craft Beer* https://www.mybeerrebate.com/#/AB-1898 * Goose Island, Devils Backbone, Golden Road, 10 Barrel Breckenridge, Four Peaks, Elysian, and Blue Point!    

The Class of 2020 is ending their high school or college life in a weird time. The job market is questionable. The stock market is questionable. And we are in the midst of a pandemic. Without a doubt, it is a tough time; but also without a doubt, our young adults graduating this year will overcome this and thrive--we're counting on it. And today we have some help. Sarah Ryan is the Head of Community Outreach for SECU (formerly known as the State Employee's Credit Union) and she has perhaps the greatest gift we can give our graduates--some financial thoughts to savings and the future.  We talk about the work SECU is doing in the community and for their members (it's pretty easy to be a member); but she gives some solid suggestions for gifts for today's graduates that will change their financial world! Link: SECU

Last September,  we spoke with Larry Bradshaw who is the CEO of National Lutheran Communities & Services and the man behind the project now known as The Village at Providence Point in Annapolis.  A lot has happened since then and today, we check in with Bradshaw as the project seems to be headed into the final stretch of the approval process. Today we learned that they has submitted their plans to the City of Annapolis after working with the Stop Crystal Springs (opposition group) and the City to address most of the concerns. There are two remaining concerns that are still undecided as it is a decision (guidance) that needs to be provided by the City. If all goes well, Bradshaw thinks that construction might be able to start in the early part of 2022. While on the same property, this is NOT anywhere close to the same project as Crystal Springs. Along with a change of names to The Village at Providence Point, this project has been downsized in the number of residents and in the general footprint of the project.  Have a listen! LINKS: The Village at Providence Point National Lutheran Communities & Services

This is a Crabcake from The Maryland Crabs! What is a Crabcake? Well, it's a very short snippet of something you need to know. It might be 5 minutes long..or it might be 20....or longer in this case, because..well...beer! In any event, enjoy your Maryland Crabcake! Today, we continue our monthly series (no set schedule other than monthly) about beer.  We have a huge distributor of beer right here in Annapolis--Katcef Brothers Inc. and they have a ton of experts on hand to de-mystify beer for us.  Now, full disclosure--I like beer! I like beer a lot!  But, I am not a beer snob and a Bud Light will suit me just fine.  Memorial Day will be different this year for sure! We had hoped to be back in person this month, but the cards fell in a different direction and we are back on Zoom.  This month we talk about Memorial Day celebrations on your boat or in your backyard with PLENTY of suggestions!  But more than that, we have some links (below) to save you a lot of coin on some Memorial Day beverages. Please have a listen! MAIL IN REBATES WHEN YOU BUY: $7 on a 24 or 30 Pack of Bud Light https://www.mybeerrebate.com/#/AB-2079 $3 on a 12 Pack of Bud Light Seltzer https://www.mybeerrebate.com/#/AB-2079 $10 on 2 6-Packs of Michelob Ultra https://www.mybeerrebate.com/#/promodisplay $10 on 2 15 or 18-Packs of Craft Beer* https://www.mybeerrebate.com/#/AB-1866 * Goose Island, Devil's Backbone, Golden Road, 10 Barrel Breckenridge, Four Peaks, Elysian, and Blue Point!    

When you hear the term "cyber security" you immediately think of large companies and governments. But if you own, or are involved with, a small business or organization you need to consider it as well. Ardalyst is cyber defense firm in West Annapolis who works with various government agencies and many small businesses to make sure their business or organization is never crippled by the very technology you depend on to keep you up and running.  Have a listen, you might be surprised where the vulnerabilities lie--I was.

We've been stuck in our houses for the past five years now...or at least it feels like it. As every possible commercial has mentioned in the past few weeks, "we are in uncertain times." We're sick of hearing that. Of course, we're sick of a lot of stuff right now. So how do you fight through the negativity and make the whole situation manageable and, dare we say it....enjoyable? Tim talks with Dr. Tom Muha, founder of the Propel Institute and weekly columnist for the Capital for the past thirty years, about how to change your frame of mind to meet this unprecedented challenge.  Link: The Propel Institute  

If you ever told me that we'd do a podcast about the importance of the 2020 Census and somehow it morphed into a discussion about the Rocky Horror Picture Show and Philly Cheesesteaks, I'd have never believed you!  But it happened! Have a listen to the important parts about how critical it is to respond to the 2020 Census!  Senator Mary Washington joins me today on the phone to talk about it.  Link: mycensus2020.gov Phone numbers: 844-330-2020 (English) 844-468-2020 (Spanish) And as for the Rocky Horror Picture Show--we need to hold the Senator accountable and make that happen!  

This is a Crabcake from The Maryland Crabs! What is a Crabcake? Well, it's a very short snippet of something you need to know. It might be 5 minutes long..or it might be 20....or longer in this case, because..well...beer! In any event, enjoy your Maryland Crabcake! Today, we continue our monthly series (no set schedule other than monthly) about beer.  We have a huge distributor of beer right here in Annapolis--Katcef Brothers Inc. and they have a ton of experts on hand to de-mystify beer for us.  Now, full disclosure--I like beer! I like beer a lot!  But, I am not a beer snob and a Bud Light will suit me just fine.  For two months in a row, we are off the rails, but with good reason! First, there's a pandemic!  Second, this was all recorded from a Zoom call. And third, most all of what we wanted to talk about has been canceled or postponed! So, we punted and talks about coping, about what Budweiser is doing from a corporate level to help out America. And what Katcef Brothers is doing to help out our own community. Let's just say that Betsy Ross has NOTHING on these guys! Please have a listen!

We are all in this together!  As businesses are (for the most part) shuttered, we wanted to catch up with Steve Samaras from Zachary's Jewelers to talk about a video series he has created and to find out how Zachary's is doing during the COVID-19 Pandemic. If there ever was a man who sees the positive in a tough situation it is Steve who was burned out of his store 15 years ago the day after Thanksgiving, survived the recession of 2008 and now the COVID-19 virus. Aside from keeping all of his employees working, to cutting Constance Polamalu (who joined us on the call) loose to develop a new e-commerce business model with virtual appointments, while maintaining the Zachary's model of customer service.  But more importantly, with some time on his hands, Steve and his wife Challie have been visiting their favorite places around town and explaining why there is such love--a One Love for Annapolis. If you are a bit down about this pandemic, have a listen, and be sure to check out the videos on Steve's Facebook Page --the link is below! Videos: https://bit.ly/OneLoveAnnapolis

We are in uncharted waters, folks. Between cable news and social media, there is an avalanche of information, innuendo, and speculation coming in. It's exhausting and scary. So John and Tim decided to practice some social distancing and call a bunch of people to talk about what's going on over Facebook Live. It was a busy one. Go to All Annapolis on Facebook to watch Saturday's broadcast.  We started with Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot to see what the state has been doing up to this point and what is planned next. Steuart Pittman, Anne Arundel County Executive, was up next to talk about business assistance as well as public safety, followed by Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley who let us know what this this means to our tourism-based business community.  Katie Redmiles of Maryland Hall for the Performing Arts introduced "Pay It Forward to the Arts" to help both businesses affected, as well as our arts community. Monica Alvarado, owner of Bread and Butter Kitchen in Eastport, talked about what they are doing to help the community and their employees during this business shutdown. Heritage Baptist Church, on Forest Drive, has always been front and center when it comes to meeting the needs of the community, and this time is no exception. Pastor Scott Shelton talks about their food pantry and the best way people can contribute. What does this mean for businesses? Jared Littman, owner of K&B True Value and former Ward 5 Alderman, talks about what they are doing to serve the community as an essential business and what he is doing to protect employees. Small business owners are being hit particularly hard. Denise Pearson, owner and proprietor of Paradise Float Spa in Eastport, has shut down completely until this crisis ends. What does this mean to people in her shoes? Jeff Jacobs, owner of the iconic family business, Carrol's Creek, has also shut down restaurant for the duration. Some of his employees have been with him for decades, and wait until what you hear what is doing for them! And finally, we end on a positive note when we chat with Kimario Ballyntine, a server at 49 West, located in Inner West Street. Yes, he's out of work amidst a global pandemic, but he is incredibly upbeat and positive, and his attitude is infectious! In a good way.  Links: Maryland Department of Health - COVID-19 Dashboard Annapolis COVID-19 Workforce Assistance Annapolis COVID-19 Business Resources Annapolis Curbside Restaurant Guide Maryland Hall - Pay it Forward to the Arts K&B True Value Online Shopping Hertage Baptist Church Food Pantry  

We're talking weed again!  Caroline Phillips joins us for the fourth time (even though we said third when recording) to talk about the National Cannabis Festival coming to RFK on April 18th. Now in it's 5th year, the festival has grown from a single day with 5,000 attendees to a two day affair with a FREE policy summit on the Friday April 17th to the festival on the 18th expected to draw more than 25,000 advocates, educators, legislators, and those just looking to learn a lot more. Yes it is a fun time, but as the push for legal cannabis moves across the US, there are more and more questions and a greater need for education! We also hop on the phone with two industry experts....Lucas Hale from Curaleaf, a national company that is involved with every step of marijuana from growing to dispensing to distributing.  And also, Warren Lemley from Peake Releaf which is a locally owned dispensary in Rockville, MD.  Both were a wealth of information and both will be at the festival on April 18th! As to the festival, this year you can expect more advocacy, more education, more music, more vendors, more food, and pretty much more of everything. Have a listen and get all of your information on the National Cannabis Festival website! Note to self: The cannabis industry is very punny! LINKS: National Cannabis Festival Peake Releaf Curaleaf  

The Annapolis Film Festival is coming! The Annapolis Film Festival is coming!  Ask for some days off or call out sick, but clear your calendar for March 26-29, 2020. This year, more than 70 films will be screened over four days all over walkable Annapolis. If you are a film buff (or want to be one) make sure you get your passes or tickets now! If you plan to see more than a single film, a day pass or a festival pass is the best way to go! Today, we talk with Lee Anderson and Patti White who are the Festival Directors about what is new this year and their theme of Focus Forward!  We get some inside scoop on the festival itself as well as some honest talk about what it costs to put on! Have a listen. Links: Annapolis Film Festival (Tickets and Passes)

It's hard to live a healthy life when you are a working parent. But you have to learn to make yourself a priority without feeling guilty about it. Lisa Consiglio Ryan, owner of RASA Juice Shop in Annapolis, is also the mastermind behind Whole Health Designs, a company designed to help women transition to the "clean life".  On March 7-8, Whole Health Designs is throwing a Winter Healing Slumber Party at Westin Annapolis. Part wellness conference, part retreat, this is an event for the ultimate wellness-seeker, featuring healthy food, wellness support and, most of all, healing. Sponsored by Sadona Salon + Spa, and a portion of proceeds will go to the YWCA - Weinberg Residence, Domestic Violence Safe House. Links: Whole Health Designs Website Whole Health Design Facebook Whole Health Design Instagram Winter Healing Slumber Party Registration

John Lodge, Rock and Roll HOF member, bassist, frontman, and lyricist for The Moody Blues is coming to Annapolis on March 3rd. No, not Maryland Hall, but Rams Head On Stage for one intimate show of all the Moodies best! We caught up with John on the phone. I was in Annapolis...he was in Barbados (it's good to be John Lodge) to hear his thoughts on the show, his career, how he kept his marriage and family so strong while living the rock and roll lifestyle! Have a listen! Links: John Lodge (Website) John Lodge (Facebook) John Lodge (Twitter) The Moody Blues (Website) The Moody Blues (Facebook) The Moody Blues (Twitter) The Moody Blues (YouTube) Rams Head On Stage (TICKETS)

This is a Crabcake from The Maryland Crabs! What is a Crabcake? Well, it's a very short snippet of something you need to know. It might be 5 minutes long..or it might be 20....or longer in this case, because..well...beer! In any event, enjoy your Maryland Crabcake! Today, we continue our monthly series (no set schedule other than monthly) about beer.  We have a huge distributor of beer right here in Annapolis--Katcef Brothers Inc. and they have a ton of experts on hand to de-mystify beer for us.  Now, full disclosure--I like beer! I like beer a lot!  But, I am not a beer snob and a Bud Light will suit me just fine.  I have to admit, we went off the rails on this one--a few times!!  But we were having fun! Stella Artois has a perfect promotion with Lindt chocolates just in time for Valentine's Day AND a petite artois (7oz) product coming out in March. We talk about the popularity of the new Bud Light Seltzer  (you did see the Super Bowl right?) and the upcoming 6th Annual Shamrock Stroll on March 7th.  Please have a listen!

Today, we hopped on the phone with Ryan Lacey the drummer with the Celtic rock band Gaelic Storm who will be at the Rams Head On Stage on February 11th and 12th. Did you know the band got a boost when they appeared in an Academy Award winning movie? About their grueling touring schedule? Or when that next album is coming out (spoiler--this summer).  Have a listen as we welcome one of the best live bands to see to Annapolis-- Gaelic Storm! Have a listen! Links: Gaelic Storm (Website) Gaelic Storm (Facebook) Gaelic Storm (Instagram) Gaelic Storm (Twitter) Rams Head On Stage (Tickets)

If you asked a kid in 1984, "who you gonna call?" They'd say Ghostbusters!   If you asked a kid that same question today, you'r get the same answer! GRAMMY winner and OSCAR nominated singer/songwriter/guitarist Ray Parker, Jr. is coming to the Rams Head On Stage for a single show on February 7th. We chatted on the phone today about his incredible career--from getting a call from Stevie Wonder while forking as a draftsman at Ford in Detroit, to the success of Ghostbusters, to his latest album, to his thoughts on the death of Kobe Bryant. Have a listen! Links: Ray Parker Jr (Website) Ray Parker Jr. (Facebook) Tickets at Rams Head On Stage

This is a Crabcake from The Maryland Crabs! What is a Crabcake? Well, it's a very short snippet of something you need to know. It might be 5 minutes long..or it might be 20....or longer in this case, because..well...beer! In any event, enjoy your Maryland Crabcake! Today, we continue our monthly series (no set schedule other than monthly) about beer.  We have a huge distributor of beer right here in Annapolis--Katcef Brothers Inc. and they have a ton of experts on hand to de-mystify beer for us.  Now, full disclosure--I like beer! I like beer a lot!  But, I am not a beer snob and a Bud Light will suit me just fine.  Did you see the Bud Light Seltzer commercial during the playoffs?  We hopped up to Katcef to figure out what that was all about and got a taste of the four flavors-- let's just say ... tasty!  We had the chance to talk to the Katcef team as well as Matt from the brewery. Other topics included the re-dedication of Maryland Hall in honor of former Speaker Michael Busch, an upcoming benefit at Fado for the people and animals of Australia, and finally, the 6th Annual Shamrock Stroll which will be here VERY soon!  Please have a listen!

Today, we speak with Josh Barr who is the Director of External Relations with the Military Bowl scheduled for December 27th here in Annapolis.  Joining us is Cassie Mabery from Katcef Brothers (Budweiser distributor) and Dave Thomas who is the Hitch Director for the world famous Budweiser Clydesdales. We plopped down at Heroes Pub for a beer and a bite and talked about the matchup between North Carolina and Temple on Friday December 27th at noon; but we also hit on Military Bowl Eve and the Miracle on Annapolis Street, a wine walk, pub crawl, and scavenger hunt! We talked about the parade, the best spots to see the clydesdales and the 8 Medal of Honor recipients who will be in town and of course the free tailgate being held at Navy Marine Corps Memorial Stadium .  We even learned the names of the ten clydesdales that will be visiting us. And finally, your last chance to nominate a hero and possibly win a VIP experience at the game is happening on Friday December 20th at the Boatyard Bar & Grill from 5pm to 7pm. Have a listen and you will be in the know! Heroes Pub was busy (as it always is) so there is some background noise--tried to reduce it as much as we can, but you are an understanding group!

25 years and going strong!  Lights on the Bay--brought to you by the SPCA of Anne Arundel County. We sat down with Kelly Brown who is the President and Executive Director for the SPCA of Anne Arundel County to talk about the magic that happens at Sandy Point State Park between Thanksgiving and New Years. We rambled on about the history, what's involved in setting it up, what to expect, and of course we talked about puppies, kittens and more! Shawn Noratel, the Creative Director (and Co-Founder) of Liquified Creative, was also on hand and he is the brain behind the incredible ads you have seen and for the show. We talked a bit about Liquified and how they became one of the leading sponsors for Lights on the Bay, and really what drives them to get involved with so many area non-profits! (Spoiler: Stay tuned, we are working with Liquified Creative on a cool new project for 2020) Lights on the Bay is $20 per carload and there are a number of special nights and discount coupons out there--and we talk about all that as well. Easiest way to make it happen? Go here and buy your ticket in advance!

As they celebrate 10 years, the Annapolis Towne Centre is going full bore for the holiday season! Come along with us as we pick up some gifts at Scout & Molly's, South Moon Under and About Faces Day Spa & Salon.   With nearly 30 retail shops, 18 dining options, and 4 fitness and beauty businesses, anyone's Santa List can be fulfilled! And speaking of Santa, he has taken up residence in his cottage at the Annapolis Towne Centre and is seeing only the good boys and girls by appointment! He has some parties planned as well and is looking forward to taking photos with your favorite pets as well. Appointments are for your convenience, but walk-ups are also very welcome! Plenty of free parking is a hallmark of the Annapolis Towne Centre and this holiday, they have added free valet parking with a relaxing valet lounge for you while you wait for your car--thank you Brothers Services Company. There is a FREE Fire and Ice Festival on December 7th, a Festive Friday on December 13th with sales and discounts throughout the center. And a wonderful Holiday Art Pop Up Shop by the Annapolis Arts Alliance! You really do need to check it out.  All of the details are available on the Annapolis Towne Centre website; and if you are looking for an appointment with Santa, heres your link!

So, are we in for a cold and snowy winter?  The Annapolis area is hard to forecast. Thankfully, we have George Young from DMV Weather to set us straight!  He has been forecasting for the Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief for more than two years and only had one real miss--not a bad record at all! So, today, we sit down with him to find out what all is involved in making a long range forecast for Annapolis and Anne Arundel County...and most importantly--his thoughts about what is in store for us over the next 12 to 16 weeks! Have a listen! NOTE: We are now on Spotify!  Check it out! And hey, check out the Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief!  Ten minutes every day at noon (soon to be 7am) will bring you up to speed on all the LOCAL issues, sports, weather, events and opinions in Annapolis and  Anne Arundel County.  Here's your link... http://bit.ly/EOA-DNB WHERE TO FIND US You can find us on pretty much any podcatcher or place where you listen to your podcasts. But here are the biggies: Apple Podcasts (formerly iTunes) Google Play Stitcher Radio iHeartRADIO tunein YouTube or you can catch all the old episodes right on our site at The Maryland Crabs! And while there, please take a moment to give us a 5-Star Rating and some constructive criticism. It really helps getting the word out about the podcast! Wanna touch base? Got a suggestion? Criticism? Want to be a guest? Have an idea for a guest? Be a co-host? …send us an email at info@themarylandcrabs.com You can also  hit us up on Twitter at @MDCrabsPodcast. We have no lives, so hearing from listeners really makes our day. If you want to find us, click on the links below: Facebook Page - The Maryland Crabs (Page) Facebook Group - The Maryland Crabs (Group) Twitter – @MDCrabsPodcast Email - info@themarylandcrabs.com Website - www.themarylandcrabs.com Find John on Twitter at @eyeonannapolis

This is a Crabcake from The Maryland Crabs! What is a Crabcake? Well, it's a very short snippet of something you need to know. It might be 5 minutes long..or it might be 20....we don't have any kind of plan. In any event, enjoy your Maryland Crabcake! Paula Poundstone is back for her annual December visit to Rams Head on Stage on December 6 for two shows. Tim and Paula chat about climate change, Facebook fights, the tense political climate, feisty daughters, passive-aggressive Thanksgiving attacks, and, of course, cats. Paula also cranks out a hilarious weekly podcast, No One Listens to Paula Poundstone and is a frequent panel guest on NPR's Wait Wait...Don't Tell Me! Links: Tickets Paula's Website Paula's Facebook Paula's Twitter

This is a Crabcake from The Maryland Crabs! What is a Crabcake? Well, it's a very short snippet of something you need to know. It might be 5 minutes long..or it might be 20. In any event, enjoy your Maryland Crabcake! When it comes to health insurance, Tim is an idiot. In fact, let's face it, a lot of people are. Everyone has a strong opinion about the Affordable Care Act, but few could actually explain what it means. That's where the Maryland Health Benefit Exchange comes in. Tim sits down with Executive Director, Michelle Eberle, who patiently explains what the MHBE does and what it means to your healthcare as a Marylander.  LINKS: MHBE Website MHBE Facebook MHBE Twitter MHBE LinkedIn Thank you to Ann Alsina, principal at Covington-Alsina in Annapolis, for allowing Tim to take over your conference room for a couple of hours. And we apologize in advance, because he plans on making a habit out of it. NOTE: We are now on Spotify!  Check it out! And hey, check out the Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief!  Ten minutes every day at noon (soon to be 7am) will bring you up to speed on all the LOCAL issues, sports, weather, events and opinions in Annapolis and  Anne Arundel County.  Here's your link... http://bit.ly/EOA-DNB WHERE TO FIND US You can find us on pretty much any podcatcher or place where you listen to your podcasts. But here are the biggies: Apple Podcasts (formerly iTunes) Google Play Stitcher Radio iHeartRADIO tunein YouTube or you can catch all the old episodes right on our site at The Maryland Crabs! And while there, please take a moment to give us a 5-Star Rating and some constructive criticism. It really helps getting the word out about the podcast! Wanna touch base? Got a suggestion? Criticism? Want to be a guest? Have an idea for a guest? Be a co-host? …send us an email at info@themarylandcrabs.com You can also  hit us up on Twitter at @MDCrabsPodcast. We have no lives, so hearing from listeners really makes our day. If you want to find us, click on the links below: Facebook Page - The Maryland Crabs (Page) Facebook Group - The Maryland Crabs (Group) Twitter – @MDCrabsPodcast Email - info@themarylandcrabs.com Website - www.themarylandcrabs.com Find John on Twitter at @eyeonannapolis

This is a Crabcake from The Maryland Crabs! What is a Crabcake? Well, it's a very short snippet of something you need to know. It might be 5 minutes long..or it might be 20....or longer in this case, because..well...beer! In any event, enjoy your Maryland Crabcake! Today, we continue our monthly series (no set schedule other than monthly) about beer.  We have a huge distributer of beer right here in Annapolis--Katcef Brothers Inc. and they have a ton of experts on hand to de-mystify beer for us.  Now, full disclosure--I like beer! I like beer a lot!  But, I am not a beer snob and a Bud Light will suit me just fine.  This month is not so much about beer. Well, OK Budweiser Black Lager, but... it is all about heroes. Once again, Katcef Brothers and the Military Bowl have teamed up and want to know who your hero is so you can have a shot at a VIP experience at the Military Bowl. See below for dates and locations! But we also talk to a real hero today. Rocky Sickmann was a Marine who spent 444 days in captivity in Tehran in the Iranian Hostage Crisis back in 1979.  Today, he is retired from a civilian life with Budweiser and spearheads the company's relationship to  Folds of Honor which provides scholarships to to the millions of military dependents affected by war.As Rocky says-- Freedom is not free. Rocky will be at the Navy SMU game this Saturday where he along with Katcef Brothers will present a check to Folds of Honor! Please have a listen! Links: Folds of Honor (Website) Folds of Honor (Facebook) Folds of Honor (Twitter) Folds of Honor (Instagram) Who's Your Hero? November 22 | Acme Bar & Grill | 5-7 November 27 | Langways's | 6-8 December 7 | McGarvey's | 330-530 December 14 | Fishpaws | 4-7 December 20 | The Boatyard Bar & Grille | 5-7

This is a Crabcake from The Maryland Crabs! What is a Crabcake? Well, it's a very short snippet of something you need to know. It might be 5 minutes long..or it might be 20....or longer.. In any event, enjoy your Maryland Crabcake! Boney James has been making cool jazz for more than 25 years. Over that time, he's racked up 4 gold albums and 4 GRAMMY nominations and been named one of the Top 3 Contemporary Jazz Artists of the Decade by Billboard. And he's coming to Maryland Hall on Sunday!  We got a chance to chat with him about his newest album, Honestly, his nickname, what to expect for this show, and a few other things Have a listen! And then go get your tickets (LOW TICKET WARNING) Links: Boney James (Website) Boney James (Facebook) Boney James (Twitter) Boney James (Instagram) Boney James (YouTube) RAMS HEAD ON STAGE (Tickets)

This is a Crabcake from The Maryland Crabs! What is a Crabcake? Well, it's a very short snippet of something you need to know. It might be 5 minutes long..or it might be 20....or longer.. In any event, enjoy your Maryland Crabcake! She burst on the scene in the late 1980s with hits such as Outbound Plane and Aces. Between now and then, she had recorded 18 albums, collected 4 gold records, one platinum record and a GRAMMY!  And now, Suzy Bogguss will be returning to  Annapolis and the Rams Head On Stage for one show on Saturday, November 23rd. Have a listen! Links: Suzy Bogguss (Website) Suzy Bogguss (Facebook) Suzy Bogguss (Twitter) Suzy Bogguss (Instagram) Suzy Bogguss (YouTube) RAMS HEAD ON STAGE (Tickets)

Martin Luther King Jr. had a dream. And so did Tee Adams!  And in January, on Dr. King's birthday, that dream will become a reality with the performance of an original musical at Maryland Hall-- The Other Side of King: A Musical. Adams and playwright Kevin Smith have put together a musical snapshot of the Dr. King few know--the man at home, at church, and at the barber shop. All accompanied by a 50 voice choir! The performance is FREE at Maryland Hall on January 15, 2020. Tickets are not yet available, so keep your ears open. But, their other venture is coming up at Maryland Hall-- An Open Mic Night -- A Tribute to 90s R&B featuring Tao Soprano from Dru Hill! Tickets are available now for the November 21st evening at the Bowen Theater at Maryland Hall. As for this crabcake--have a listen as we speak with two of the visionaries that are working with the community to bring Art For All! And... if you are planning an event and need some lighting.... check out the magic that Mama Tee does with lights at Light It Up With Triple A! And Kevin aside from writing this musical, he handles artist and music management for various music artists with his company Project 1440.

Do we live in dangerous times or are we just being scared by a constant stream of stories and images by a ubiquitous mass media, bent on ratings? Either way, you don't want to take any chances. You need to be aware of your surroundings at all times and be ready to defend yourself.  John and Tim sit down with Todd Rosenthal, a security expert currently working as security director for a multinational government contractor, who has been trained in all aspects of personal security. We talk about what you can do to keep you and your family safe at home, at work, and while out and about. Do you think you know what to do in a crisis? You'd better.  Links: Todd's Email: trosenthal427@gmail.com NOTE: We are now on Spotify!  Check it out! And hey, check out the Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief!  Ten minutes every day at noon (soon to be 7am) will bring you up to speed on all the LOCAL issues, sports, weather, events and opinions in Annapolis and  Anne Arundel County.  Here's your link... http://bit.ly/EOA-DNB WHERE TO FIND US You can find us on pretty much any podcatcher or place where you listen to your podcasts. But here are the biggies: Apple Podcasts (formerly iTunes) Google Play Stitcher Radio iHeartRADIO tunein YouTube or you can catch all the old episodes right on our site at The Maryland Crabs! And while there, please take a moment to give us a 5-Star Rating and some constructive criticism. It really helps getting the word out about the podcast! Wanna touch base? Got a suggestion? Criticism? Want to be a guest? Have an idea for a guest? Be a co-host? …send us an email at info@themarylandcrabs.com You can also  hit us up on Twitter at @MDCrabsPodcast. We have no lives, so hearing from listeners really makes our day. If you want to find us, click on the links below: Facebook Page - The Maryland Crabs (Page) Facebook Group - The Maryland Crabs (Group) Twitter – @MDCrabsPodcast Email - info@themarylandcrabs.com Website - www.themarylandcrabs.com Find John on Twitter at @eyeonannapolis

This is a Crabcake from The Maryland Crabs! What is a Crabcake? Well, it's a very short snippet of something you need to know. It might be 5 minutes long..or it might be 20....or longer.. In any event, enjoy your Maryland Crabcake! Gary Jobson was just re-appointed to the Board of the Chesapeake Bay Trust and is serving as the Chairman and we sat down with Gary along with Executive Director, Jana Davis to get an update about how the Trust is helping our communities protect the Bay and our health in general. Have a listen and learn how you can help. Do you love the new license plate? Well, here's your link to  get your plate! And just announced TODAY--the Chesapeake Bay Trust has some more swag for sale right here at Shop Chesapeake Bay Trust! LINKS TO CBT Chesapeake Bay Trust | Website Chesapeake Bay Trust | Facebook Chesapeake Bay Trust | Twitter Chesapeake Bay Trust | Flickr Chesapeake Bay Trust | YouTube Chesapeake Bay Trust | Order Your Plate NOW

City Dock in Annapolis has been studied to death. About the only thing that everyone can agree upon is that a parking lot is not the best use. Last year, after a political firestorm placed City Dock on an endangered watchlist by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, the parties came together. The City of Annapolis, the non-profit Historic Annapolis, and all of the various constituents (92 of them) have been working for nearly a year to re-imagine the area and are about to release that plan for adoption and implementation.  This plan has a great chance of working for a number of reasons. Have a listen as we talk about it with Eileen Fogarty and Bill Kardash who are the co-chairs of the City Dock Action Committee! Links: City Dock Action Committee (City of Annapolis)  City Dock Action Committee (Historic Annapolis)   NOTE: We are now on Spotify!  Check it out! And hey, check out the Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief!  Ten minutes every day at noon (soon to be 7am) will bring you up to speed on all the LOCAL issues, sports, weather, events and opinions in Annapolis and  Anne Arundel County.  Here's your link... http://bit.ly/EOA-DNB WHERE TO FIND US You can find us on pretty much any podcatcher or place where you listen to your podcasts. But here are the biggies: Apple Podcasts (formerly iTunes) Google Play Stitcher Radio iHeartRADIO tunein YouTube or you can catch all the old episodes right on our site at The Maryland Crabs! And while there, please take a moment to give us a 5-Star Rating and some constructive criticism. It really helps getting the word out about the podcast! Wanna touch base? Got a suggestion? Criticism? Want to be a guest? Have an idea for a guest? Be a co-host? …send us an email at info@themarylandcrabs.com You can also  hit us up on Twitter at @MDCrabsPodcast. We have no lives, so hearing from listeners really makes our day. If you want to find us, click on the links below: Facebook Page - The Maryland Crabs (Page) Facebook Group - The Maryland Crabs (Group) Twitter – @MDCrabsPodcast Email - info@themarylandcrabs.com Website - www.themarylandcrabs.com Find John on Twitter at @eyeonannapolis

This is a Crabcake from The Maryland Crabs! What is a Crabcake? Well, it's a very short snippet of something you need to know. It might be 5 minutes long..or it might be 20....or longer.. In any event, enjoy your Maryland Crabcake! Have you noticed?  The Annapolis Towne Centre is changing! More live music...pop up shops...art exhibitions...a car show...a Fall Fest...a Fire & Ice Winter Festival...and a new Santa's Workshop. Yes, as the area's premiere shopping center celebrates its 10th year, changes are afoot. The Annapolis Towne Center is more of a community  gathering place where you can shop, rather than the other way around. Have a listen as we speak with Heather Ernst, the Marketing Director who is making it all happen! LINKS: Annapolis Towne Centre (Website) Annapolis Towne Centre (Facebook) Annapolis Towne Centre (Instagram)

We all have bucket lists. Tim wants to find proper New York pizza in Maryland. John would love to find a podcasting partner who isn't allergic to work. We can all dream. But "100 Things to Do in Annapolis and the Eastern Shore Before You Die" by Susan Moynihan is the ultimate Maryland bucket list! Susan moved to Annapolis when she was 13, and her best coming-of-age memories are here. She moved to NYC after college, but Annapolis was always home, albeit for shorter bits of time: Christmas break, two weeks in summer, spring or fall weekends as work and life allowed.  In 2018 she moved back to Annapolis, and found her hometown familiar, but different. She wanted to get to know it on a deeper level, so she went to her go-to: writing. She spent six months researching this book, driving all over Annapolis and the Eastern Shore, talking to old friends and making new ones, revisiting longtime favorites and searching out surprises. LINKS Susan Moynihan's Website  NOTE: We are now on Spotify!  Check it out! And hey, check out the Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief!  Ten minutes every day at noon (soon to be 7am) will bring you up to speed on all the LOCAL issues, sports, weather, events and opinions in Annapolis and  Anne Arundel County.  Here's your link... http://bit.ly/EOA-DNB WHERE TO FIND US You can find us on pretty much any podcatcher or place where you listen to your podcasts. But here are the biggies: Apple Podcasts (formerly iTunes) Google Play Stitcher Radio iHeartRADIO tunein YouTube or you can catch all the old episodes right on our site at The Maryland Crabs! And while there, please take a moment to give us a 5-Star Rating and some constructive criticism. It really helps getting the word out about the podcast! Wanna touch base? Got a suggestion? Criticism? Want to be a guest? Have an idea for a guest? Be a co-host? …send us an email at info@themarylandcrabs.com You can also  hit us up on Twitter at @MDCrabsPodcast. We have no lives, so hearing from listeners really makes our day. If you want to find us, click on the links below: Facebook Page - The Maryland Crabs (Page) Facebook Group - The Maryland Crabs (Group) Twitter – @MDCrabsPodcast Email - info@themarylandcrabs.com Website - www.themarylandcrabs.com Find John on Twitter at @eyeonannapolis

This is a Crabcake from The Maryland Crabs! What is a Crabcake? Well, it's a very short snippet of something you need to know. It might be 5 minutes long..or it might be 20....or longer.. In any event, enjoy your Maryland Crabcake! They say everyone has a book in them.  Well, Annapolis resident Janice Coleman certainly does. Inspired by a ghost tour in Ellicott City, Coleman embarked on a literary journey to weave the tale of Anna and Tom in this thriller set in London and Annapolis.  What was kept her moving? How did she develop the characters. How did she get the locations so precise?  And what twists and turns can you expect? Have a listen as we talk about it all. And then head to Old Fox Books and pick up a copy! Or to get a signed book and to meet Janice--- Swing by Art Farm on October 24th or Browse About Books during Rehoboth's Sea Witch Festival! Learn more about Night Walker and Janice (read an excerpt or order the book at her website.

This is a Crabcake from The Maryland Crabs! What is a Crabcake? Well, it's a very short snippet of something you need to know. It might be 5 minutes long..or it might be 20....or longer.. In any event, enjoy your Maryland Crabcake! She burst on the scene in 1997, topped the Billboard Country Chart, recorded 9 albums, 5 ACMA awards, 6 CMA awards and a Grammy to boot.  This is none other than Lee Ann Womack who will be coming to Annapolis and the Rams Head On Stage on Thursday, October 17, 2019. Have a listen! Links: Lee Ann Womack (Website) Lee Ann Womack (Twitter) Lee Ann Womack (Facebook) Lee Ann Womack (Instagram) Lee Ann Womack (YouTube) Rams Head On Stage (Tickets)

This is a Crabcake from The Maryland Crabs! What is a Crabcake? Well, it's a very short snippet of something you need to know. It might be 5 minutes long..or it might be 20. In any event, enjoy your Maryland Crabcake! Atlas Obscura is a global community of explorers, who have together created a comprehensive database of the world's most wondrous places and foods —19,554 of them contributed by their community so far, and more every day. Their website is a treasure trove of adventures, events, and fascinating places all over the the world...including here in Maryland! If you are tired of the same old day trips around the area, Atlas Obscura is a website that absolutely need to visit right away! LINKS: Atlas Obscura Website Atlas Obscura Facebook Atlas Obscura Twitter Atlas Obscura Instagram Thank you to Ann Alsina, principal at Covington-Alsina in Annapolis, for allowing Tim to take over your conference room for a couple of hours. And we apologize in advance, because he plans on making a habit out of it.

This is a Crabcake from The Maryland Crabs! What is a Crabcake? Well, it's a very short snippet of something you need to know. It might be 5 minutes long..or it might be 20....or longer.. In any event, enjoy your Maryland Crabcake! If you were older than about 6 in 1987, you know Tiffany. I Think We're Alone Now was the sound that defined her as she toured malls creating a career. Fast forward 32 years. She is now on her 10th studio album with an entirely different sound!  Tiffany will be in Annapolis at the Rams Head On Stage on Sunday, October 13, 2019 for one show at 8pm. Come out and relive a bit of your childhood and see what she has in store--you will be pleasantly surprised! LINKS: Tiffany Tunes (Website) Tiffany Tunes (Facebook) Tiffany Tunes (Twitter) Tiffany Tunes (Instagram) Tiffany Tunes (iTunes) Rams Head On Stage (Tickets)

It's controversial. The HPV vaccine. Some say it will prevent cancer. Others are not so sure. In the summer of 2018 (41 episodes ago) we spoke with Josh Mazer, an Annapolis resident, who questions the vaccine's effectiveness, the studies behind it, and the manner in which it is marketed.   His episode was controversial to say the least. We were contacted by the producers of the 2014 film, Someone You Love: The HPV Epidemic refuting much of what Mazer said. We offered to do an additional podcast from their point of view; yet never received a reply. But there are two sides to each story. So here we are! In the past year, Mazer has continued his research and has more doubts and questions. We brought in Dr. Michael Freedman from Evolve Medical Clinics to balance it out and offer a medical perspective. This episode, is a little ok, who are we kidding, it's a LOT long, but compelling as the two confront and rebuke each other.  In the end, the controversy continues and the general consensus is that the HPV shot (like any vaccine) should be a decision made by parents and their children's doctors.  One important takeaway is that we all agree that pharmaceutical companies should NOT be incentivizing medical practitioners to sell their drugs! Sit back, and have a listen--we brought the mud and oil!   LINKS Evolve Medical Clinics   NOTE: We are now on Spotify!  Check it out! And hey, check out the Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief!  Ten minutes every day at noon (soon to be 7am) will bring you up to speed on all the LOCAL issues, sports, weather, events and opinions in Annapolis and  Anne Arundel County.  Here's your link... http://bit.ly/EOA-DNB WHERE TO FIND US You can find us on pretty much any podcatcher or place where you listen to your podcasts. But here are the biggies: Apple Podcasts (formerly iTunes) Google Play Stitcher Radio iHeartRADIO tunein YouTube or you can catch all the old episodes right on our site at The Maryland Crabs! And while there, please take a moment to give us a 5-Star Rating and some constructive criticism. It really helps getting the word out about the podcast! Wanna touch base? Got a suggestion? Criticism? Want to be a guest? Have an idea for a guest? Be a co-host? …send us an email at info@themarylandcrabs.com You can also  hit us up on Twitter at @MDCrabsPodcast. We have no lives, so hearing from listeners really makes our day. If you want to find us, click on the links below: Facebook Page - The Maryland Crabs (Page) Facebook Group - The Maryland Crabs (Group) Twitter – @MDCrabsPodcast Email - info@themarylandcrabs.com Website - www.themarylandcrabs.com Personally, on Twitter, find Tim at @thetimbo47 and John at @eyeonannapolis  

This is a Crabcake from The Maryland Crabs! What is a Crabcake? Well, it's a very short snippet of something you need to know. It might be 5 minutes long..or it might be 20....or longer ... In any event, enjoy your Maryland Crabcake! He's a keyboard legend and he picked Maryland Hall to start his North American Grumpy Old Rock Star Tour!  Rick Wakeman, keyboardist for Yes, author, writer, and yes--comedian chats with me before he hops on a plane over the pond. The show is Saturday, September 21st at Maryland Hall at 8pm. What to expect?  Something completely different and beautiful musically; mixed in with some irreverence and talk about the humor in his life. Today we learn that he will probably have a new couch when he returns and what makes him the Grumpy Old Rock Star! And disappointingly, I suggested he do an intimate performance in my living room--and he politely declined! LINKS: Rick Wakeman (Site) Rick Wakeman (Twitter--worth a follow for sure) Maryland Hall (Low Ticket Warning)

In May of 2017 we spoke with Larry Bradshaw who is the CEO of National Lutheran Communities & Services and the man behind the project now known as The Village at Providence Point in Annapolis.  Today, we check in with Bradshaw as the project starts to gel up and move through the approval process. Today we learned that they are accepting deposits (more than 100 so far) and construction could begin in early 2021. They have addressed the four main issues their opponents have cited--traffic, environment, drainage, and tree canopy. And they have been working with the City to address their most recent submission and the comments surrounding it.  While on the same property, this is NOT anywhere close to the same project as Crystal Springs. Along with a change of names to The Village at Providence Point, this project has been downsized in the number of residents and in the general footprint of the project.  Have a listen! LINKS: The Village at Providence Point National Lutheran Communities & Services NOTE: We are now on Spotify!  Check it out! And hey, check out the Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief!  Ten minutes every day at noon (soon to be 7am) will bring you up to speed on all the LOCAL issues, sports, weather, events and opinions in Annapolis and  Anne Arundel County.  Here's your link... http://bit.ly/EOA-DNB WHERE TO FIND US You can find us on pretty much any podcatcher or place where you listen to your podcasts. But here are the biggies: Apple Podcasts (formerly iTunes) Google Play Stitcher Radio iHeartRADIO tunein YouTube or you can catch all the old episodes right on our site at The Maryland Crabs! And while there, please take a moment to give us a 5-Star Rating and some constructive criticism. It really helps getting the word out about the podcast! Wanna touch base? Got a suggestion? Criticism? Want to be a guest? Have an idea for a guest? Be a co-host? …send us an email at info@themarylandcrabs.com You can also  hit us up on Twitter at @MDCrabsPodcast. We have no lives, so hearing from listeners really makes our day. If you want to find us, click on the links below: Facebook Page - The Maryland Crabs (Page) Facebook Group - The Maryland Crabs (Group) Twitter – @MDCrabsPodcast Email - info@themarylandcrabs.com Website - www.themarylandcrabs.com Personally, on Twitter, find John at @eyeonannapolis And Tim has been put on a Twitter time out.

The new Annapolis Police Chief Edward Jackson might be new in town, but he is a seasoned veteran when it comes to law enforcement, as he spent twenty years in the Baltimore Police Department, working his way up from a officer walking the beat to colonel. Chief Jackson marks a change in tack by Mayor Gavin Buckley who wanted a chief who could connect with the community and identify the subtleties of policing a town as diverse and unique as Annapolis. John and Tim sat down with Chief Jackson to talk about where he came from and what he sees as his role as Annapolis' top cop. How will his strategy be different from his predecessors? What does community policing look like under his leadership? Why would he agree to sit down with us, considering The Curse of the Maryland Crabs in regards to police chiefs? Can Tim hold his gun? We answer all of these questions and more! Links: Annapolis Police Department APD Facebook APD Twitter APD Instagram NOTE: We are now on Spotify!  Check it out! And hey, check out the Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief!  Ten minutes every day at noon (soon to be 7am) will bring you up to speed on all the LOCAL issues, sports, weather, events and opinions in Annapolis and  Anne Arundel County.  Here's your link... http://bit.ly/EOA-DNB WHERE TO FIND US You can find us on pretty much any podcatcher or place where you listen to your podcasts. But here are the biggies: Apple Podcasts (formerly iTunes) Google Play Stitcher Radio iHeartRADIO tunein YouTube or you can catch all the old episodes right on our site at The Maryland Crabs! And while there, please take a moment to give us a 5-Star Rating and some constructive criticism. It really helps getting the word out about the podcast! Wanna touch base? Got a suggestion? Criticism? Want to be a guest? Have an idea for a guest? Be a co-host? …send us an email at info@themarylandcrabs.com You can also  hit us up on Twitter at @MDCrabsPodcast. We have no lives, so hearing from listeners really makes our day. If you want to find us, click on the links below: Facebook Page - The Maryland Crabs (Page) Facebook Group - The Maryland Crabs (Group) Twitter – @MDCrabsPodcast Email - info@themarylandcrabs.com Website - www.themarylandcrabs.com Personally, on Twitter, find John at @eyeonannapolis And Tim has been put on a Twitter time out.

This is a Crabcake from The Maryland Crabs! What is a Crabcake? Well, it's a very short snippet of something you need to know. It might be 5 minutes long..or it might be 20....or longer in this case, because..well...beer! In any event, enjoy your Maryland Crabcake! Today, we continue our monthly series (no set schedule other than monthly) about beer.  We have a huge distributer of beer right here in Annapolis--Katcef Brothers Inc. and they have a ton of experts on hand to de-mystify beer for us.  Now, full disclosure--I like beer! I like beer a lot!  But, I am not a beer snob and a Bud Light will suit me just fine.  This month, the team at Katcef is only giving up a taste of the fall beers--they will come out in force next month. But we do try Devil's Backbone O'Fest and Victory's Fest Bier.We broke some news about the Clydesdales and this year's Military Bowl, but we also talked about a bunch of festivals you need to put on your calendar to really experience the fall beer scene!  And in chronological order.... Bud Light and Navy Football's Golden Ticket Giveaway * The Annapolis Maritime Museum's Boatyard Beach Bash Annapolis Market Space Fall Fest West Annapolis Oktoberfest Annapolis Sail Boat Show Block Party * Friday, September 13 at Buffalo Wild Wings. 5pm to 7pm. The Bud Light Brigade will be there with swag, giveaways, and your chance to win FOUR tickets to see Navy Football take on ECU on Saturday! And, it includes parking.  Bud Light will be around town every Friday before a Navy home game looking to give away the Bud Light Golden Tickets! Keep your eyes peeled for them!