Podcast appearances and mentions of bob miller

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller welcomed Fox News Radio’s Tonya J. Powers to help listeners gear up for a busy holiday shopping weekend, including the frenzy of Black Friday. Tonya shared what shoppers can expect this year — from deal strategies and timing tips to how crowds, online sales, and inventory trends could shape the experience. Whether you’re hitting the stores bright and early or hunting for bargains from the couch, this conversation had plenty of smart insight to help you shop smarter (and saner).

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller was joined by Fox News Radio’s Eben Brown to break down the political shockwaves after Marjorie Taylor Greene announced her resignation — and the growing buzz over whether she could be eyeing a run for the White House. Eben explored what this move could signal for the Republican Party, how it reshapes the political landscape, and whether a presidential bid is a realistic next step or pure speculation. It’s a fast-moving story with major implications, and Eben helped put it all into perspective.

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller welcomed local legend “Turkey” Tom McLister of Middletown to talk about how his decades of turkey-frying for friends and neighbors turned him into a true holiday icon. Tom shared the incredible story of being surprised on the Today Show in 2016, when his family and celebrity chef Bobby Flay honored his passion and expertise in what he called the “surprise of a lifetime.” From perfectly crispy birds to community tradition, it was a heartwarming and entertaining chat with one of Frederick County’s most beloved characters.

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller spoke with Jonathan Savage of Fox News Radio about the newest deal President Trump has put forward in an effort to broker peace between Ukraine and Russia. Jonathan broke down what this proposed agreement could mean for the ongoing conflict, how global leaders are reacting, and whether this plan has a realistic path forward after years of war. It’s a timely and compelling look at one of the world’s most critical geopolitical situations and the potential impact on international stability.

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller sat down with Maryland State Senator Bill Folden to tackle some of the biggest issues facing our state — starting with the massive cost and long-term implications of rebuilding the Key Bridge in Baltimore. Senator Folden broke down the financial hurdles, the timeline, and how state and federal leaders are navigating the road ahead. They also touched on several other pressing Maryland concerns, giving listeners a clear look at what’s on the legislative radar.

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller welcomed Nicolee Ambrose — grassroots activist, political commentator, religious freedom advocate, and Maryland’s Republican National Committeewoman — for a candid conversation about the challenges and missteps she believes have defined Governor Wes Moore’s term so far. Nicolee walked through where she feels the administration has fallen short, the impact on Maryland families and communities, and what she thinks needs to change moving forward. It was a lively, detailed look at Maryland politics from one of the state’s most vocal conservative voices.

On today’s Morning News Express with Bob Miller, Eben Brown from Fox News Radio joined the show to break down a startling internet outage: early Tuesday morning, Cloudflare — a company that helps power about 20% of the web — had its services knocked offline by a configuration-file error, temporarily blocking access to major platforms like X and ChatGPT. Whether you were streaming, browsing, or trying to log in — if things stopped working Tuesday morning, you weren’t alone. Eben and Bob unpacked how this happened, what it means for everyday users, and why we should all care about the “hidden” tech keeping the web running.

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller welcomed Tonya J. Powers from Fox News Radio to walk listeners through what it actually looks like to reopen the government, starting with a Congress that hasn’t been in session much since the shutdown began. Tonya explained the steps lawmakers must take to restart operations, the deadlines they’ll face, and the political challenges waiting for them as they return to Washington. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at how the gears of government start turning again after grinding to a halt.

This morning on the Morning News Express, Bob Miller welcomed Wayne Dorsey, Founder & Chairman of The Safe Ride Foundation — and the MC for this Thursday’s Christmas Laughs for Kids show! Wayne shared what it’s like to craft a set, keep the energy high, and host a night built around comedy and giving back. He also brought along one of the night’s featured comics, Nathan Scahill — one of the DMV comedy scene’s fastest-rising stars, known for his effortless stage presence and razor-sharp timing, despite performing for less than 5 years. It’s shaping up to be an unforgettable night of laughs for a great cause!

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller was joined by legendary local artist Yemi, who stopped by to reveal his exclusive 50th Anniversary Christmas Cash for Kids artwork — a stunning piece created just for this year’s campaign. Yemi shared the inspiration behind the design and how meaningful it is to support a cause that has helped countless families in our community. You can grab the artwork as a print, on a coffee mug, or even as a Christmas ornament right now at WFMD.com/Yemi, with 100% of the proceeds going directly to Christmas Cash for Kids.

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller welcomed Ryan Schmelz from Fox News Radio to break down what’s ahead as the government officially reopens and Congress reconvenes. Ryan outlined the packed agenda lawmakers are walking into — from funding deadlines to major legislation waiting in the wings — and what it all means for a government that’s eager to get moving again. It’s a busy road ahead, and Ryan helped make sense of what Americans should be watching next.

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller caught up with Jessica Rosenthal of Fox News Radio to dig into a fascinating political trend: Why Gen Z voters are embracing both New York Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani and President Trump — two figures who couldn’t be more different. Jessica broke down what’s driving this seemingly contradictory support, from Gen Z’s issue-based voting habits to their desire for authenticity over traditional party lines. It’s a revealing look at how younger voters are reshaping political norms in ways few expected.

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller welcomed Katie Hyrkas from Saints Peter & Paul Greek Orthodox Church for a lively in-studio visit to celebrate the Frederick Greek Festival, happening now through November 22 on West 7th Street! Katie highlighted all the amazing food, music, dancing, and family-friendly fun happening every day — and she even brought Bob some delicious Greek dishes, instantly making her a studio favorite. If you’re craving authentic flavors and a taste of Greek culture, this is the place to be!

Things got supernatural on the Morning News Express when Bob Miller was joined in studio by the Frederick and Chesapeake Chapters of the Ghostbusters charity cosplay organization! Not the real Ghostbusters — but pretty darn close. They stopped by to gear up for Christmas Cash for Kids Movie Night on Wednesday, Nov. 19th at Warehouse Cinemas, where they’ll roll in with their iconic cars, proton packs, and tons of fun giveaways for fans and families. For just $20, you can watch Ghostbusters on the big screen with unlimited fountain sodas and popcorn — all while supporting an amazing cause. It’s shaping up to be a night full of laughs, nostalgia, and great community spirit.

This morning on the Morning News Express, Bob Miller welcomed former Frederick Police Chief Jason Lando just days after the big news broke: he’s leaving Frederick to take on the same role in the city of Pittsburgh — a major career opportunity and a huge move. Chief Lando opened up about how difficult the decision was, the emotions behind leaving a community he’s grown close to, and what this next chapter means for him both personally and professionally. Bob also took a moment to thank him for his years of dedicated service to the people of Frederick.

This morning on the Morning News Express, Bob Miller got a wild surprise when Mary Follin, Registered Veterinary Technician at the Catoctin Wildlife Preserve, stopped by to talk about the incredible hands-on experiences the preserve offers — and she didn’t come alone! Mary introduced listeners (and Bob!) to Darth the baby alligator and Benji the barn owl, giving everyone a close-up look at the amazing animals they care for. From conservation education to unforgettable encounters, Mary shared why the preserve is such a special place for families and animal lovers alike.

Frederick County Sheriff Chuck Jenkins joined the Morning News Express with Bob Miller for his monthly segment, weighing in on County Executive Jessica Fitzwater’s call to end the 287(g) immigration enforcement program in Maryland. Sheriff Jenkins made it clear he strongly disagrees with that stance, explaining why he believes the program is vital to public safety and community security. The two also discussed local law enforcement challenges, immigration policy impacts, and what this debate means for Frederick County’s future.

This morning on the Morning News Express, Bob Miller spoke with Nicholas Walker, founder of Pulling for Veterans, a powerful non-profit organization raising awareness for PTSD and veteran suicide. Walker shared how his group uses public trailer rentals—each featuring messages about PTSD symptoms and honoring veterans who have lost their battle—to spark conversation and remembrance. The act of “pulling” the trailers symbolizes the weight veterans carry every day, and proceeds go directly to veteran rehabilitation programs.

Fox News Radio’s Jonathan Savage joined the Morning News Express with Bob Miller to break down Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s trip to Canada for the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, where world leaders are set to discuss key global issues including support for Ukraine, the conflict in Gaza, and strengthening trade and economic ties among allied nations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fox News Radio’s Eben Brown joined the Morning News Express with Bob Miller to discuss the Trump Administration’s new economic proposals — including $2,000 stimulus checks for most Americans and a plan to introduce 50-year mortgages for home buyers. Eben broke down how these measures could boost spending power, reshape the housing market, and impact everyday Americans trying to keep up with inflation and rising home prices.

Frederick County Council Member Mason Carter joined Bob Miller during the Morning News Express to give us an update on these Data Centers going in and where we go from here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Frederick Circuit Judge & Author "Prime Suspect" Scott Rolle joins Bob Miller during the Morning News Express to talk about his responsibilities as a Circuit Judge and the new crime drama that he wrote called "Prime Suspect".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Frederick County Executive Jessica Fitzwater joined Bob Miller during the Morning News Express to talk about the Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project (MPRP) a proposed 70-mile, 500,000-volt transmission line designed to enhance the regional electric grid's reliability. Awarded to PSEG by the regional operator PJM, the project would pass through Baltimore, Carroll, and Frederick counties and is supported by proponents who say it is needed to prevent blackouts and support growing energy demands. She and a lot of people have not liked how this has been run from the start.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Representing Echo Taps in Frederick, Fred Schumacher joined Bob Miller during the Morning News Express to talk about this unique annual tradition for the Veterans Day ceremony in downtown Frederick. Multiple brass musicians are stationed along downtown streets to play Taps in a chain, creating an echo effect that reverberates through the city.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President & CEO of the Frederick County Chamber of Commerce, Rick Weldon stops by the Morning News Express to talk to Bob Miller about the how the City of Frederick elections went and some of the results. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Founder & Chairman of the Safe Ride Foundation, Wayne Dorsey joins Bob Miller during the Morning News Express to talk about his Over the Limit Comedy Fest happening this Friday night at the Weinberg Center in Downtown Frederick. The show starts at 8p but there will be a one-hour “Pre-Show Party” featuring refreshments as well as sponsored giveaways and raffles. It’s sure to be a great night of hilarity for charity! This event is presented by local nonprofit, SOS Safe Ride, all proceeds from this festival go directly toward keeping drunk drivers OFF the roads in our area as the only nonprofit in Frederick working to stop dunk driving.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sheriff of Washington County Brian Albert joined Bob Miller in studio during the Morning News Express and they got into a discussion of how busy 70 has gotten and how they can combat it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Frederick Police Chief Jason Lando joined the Morning News Express with Bob Miller and Chris Michaels to discuss the latest email scam going around Frederick city and other issues facing our community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Frederick County Council President Brad Young stopped by the Morning News Express with Bob Miller for his monthly check in and talked about how the Government Shutdown is impacting our community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During the Morning News Express, Chris Michaels uncovers a list of the most common items people refuse to throw away — and chaos (plus some serious laughter) quickly follows. Bob Miller jumps in with bold claims about fast-food napkin economics, the team questions whether Heinz is truly the king of condiments, and even the Transit Reporter is dragged into the debate of the century: Can you really taste the difference, or are we all just brand-loyal suckers? From condiment snobbery to glove box hoarding habits, it’s a hilariously relatable ride through the junk we keep and the reasoning we swear by. Tune in, laugh along, and check your kitchen drawer… you definitely have at least 37 ketchup packets in there.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fr. Bob Miller has compiled the first comprehensive story of the Catholic priests who served in the Civil War—behind the scenes, in the hospitals, and sometimes even on the front lines. The result is a new book, "The Faith of the Fathers."This episode of the Emerging Civil War Podcast is brought to you by Civil War Trails, the world's largest open-air museum, offering more than 1,500 sites across six states. Request a brochure at ⁠civilwartrails.org⁠ to start planning your trip today.

Founder of Trinity's Children, Vaughn Ripley joins Bob Miller and Chris Michaels during the Morning News Express to discuss his nonprofit organization founded after the loss of a young woman named Trinity Viola Ripley to a fentanyl overdose. The organization's mission is to raise awareness about the dangers of drug abuse, especially fentanyl, and to support affected families. They work to achieve this by raising awareness, supporting families, educating first responders, and advocating for stricter laws and community-based prevention efforts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

City of Frederick Mayor Michael O'Connor joined Bob Miller and Chris Michaels to talk about some of the new positions welcomed into his office and some of the new construction being built around the city.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Criminal Attorney Jeremy Rosenthal hopped on with Bob Miller and Chris Michaels during the Morning News Express to talk about the details of this NBA gambling scandal and the charges that these men are facing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fox News Radio's Jonathan Savage joined Bob Miller and Chris Michaels during the Morning News Express to talk about President Trump heading to Asia later this week as North Korea test fires ballistic missiles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fox News Radio's Tonya J Powers joined the Morning News Express with Bob Miller and Chris Michaels to discuss the SNAP benefits possibly ending while the government is shut down, including here in Maryland.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Financial Strategist & Policy Expert, Steve Cotton joined the Morning News Express with Bob Miller and Chris Michaels to discuss how the government shutdown affects the economy as a whole.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host of Forged in Fire, Ben Abbott joined Bob Miller and Chris Michaels during the Morning News Express to talk about the William F. Moran 10th Annual All-Forged Knife Show & Auction coming up this weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FOX News Radio's Ryan Schmelz joins Bob Miller and Chris Michaels during the Morning News Express to give us the latest on the Government Shutdown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Democratic Nominee for Maryland's 6th District, Ethan Wechtaluk joins Bob Miller and Chris Michaels during the Morning News Express to talk about why he's running against April McClain-Delaney and how tough it is to battle against an incumbent, especially inside your own party.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FOX News Radio's Jonathan Savage joined Bob Miller and Chris Michaels during the Morning News Express to talk about the historic Middle East Peace Deal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sheriff of Frederick County Chuck Jenkins joined Bob Miller and Chris Michaels during the Morning News Express to discuss the lack of respect for law enforcement in this day and age.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Frederick County Council President Brad Young stopped by the Morning News Express with Bob Miller and Chris Michaels to give us an update on what's happening with Route 15 through Frederick City.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

September 28,2025

Frederick County Schools Superintendent Dr. Cheryl Dyson joined Bob Miller and Chris Michaels during the Morning News Express to discuss Frederick County's Teacher of the Year who just won the Maryland Teacher of the Year. She also discusses how fast this county is growing and causing overcrowding in schools and how they are trying to offset that.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As WFMD celebrates its 50th anniversary, we’re honoring the milestone through the artistry of one of Frederick’s brightest talents: Yemi Fagbohun. An internationally acclaimed muralist and illustrator, Yemi’s work spans Fortune 500 brands, national publications, and even Rock & Roll Hall of Fame postage stamps. But his heart belongs to Frederick, where his murals, glass art, and the iconic “Pillars of Frederick” have become landmarks. To mark 50 years of Christmas Cash for Kids, Yemi is creating an original artwork that will be unveiled at McCutcheon’s Apple Products—home to one of his most recognized murals.

Frederick County Executive Jessica Fitzwater joined Bob Miller and Chris Michaels during the Morning News Express this morning to talk about the continued traffic problems on 15 and that the funding is finally there to make the changes needed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Republican Candidate for Maryland State Delegate District 4, Jason Keckler joined Bob Miller and Chris Michaels during the Morning News Express to talk about why he decided to run and why he would make an excellent delegate to represent his district in Annapolis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bob returns to answer the 5 Questions! We dive into his personal work bench, his thoughts on bevel-up planes, Harvey Tools, and his desire for a bigger shop. It's a fun and entertaining conversation. Check it out!Bob Miller@masswoodworks on Instagrammasswoodworks.comSutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first orderMWA Podcast - Patreon Page@mwa_podcast on InstagramHosts' Contact Info:Kyle Barton@barton.kyle & @bbcustomtools on Instagrambbcustomtools.comOn Youtube under BB Custom Tools & Kyle BartonKyle Barton on FacebookSean Wisniewski@Seanw78 on most social mediaMark Hicksjointeffort.netJointeffort.net/mwa@markbuildsit on InstagramOn Youtube under Plate 11 / Joint EffortBrian Obst@obstwoodworks on Instagram

On this episode, we're joined by Bob Miller - an outstanding furniture maker, millwright, teacher, toolmaker, and self-described free-range eccentric. A graduate of the North Bennet Street School, Bob runs his business, Mass Woodworks, out of the Charleston Furniture Makers Community Shop, which he also manages. It fun and informative conversation. Check it out!Bob Miller@masswoodworks on Instagrammasswoodworks.comSutherland Welles Finishes - Use code "MWA25" for 10% off your first orderMWA Podcast - Patreon Page@mwa_podcast on InstagramHosts' Contact Info:Kyle Barton@barton.kyle & @bbcustomtools on Instagrambbcustomtools.comOn Youtube under BB Custom Tools & Kyle BartonKyle Barton on FacebookSean Wisniewski@Seanw78 on most social mediaMark Hicksjointeffort.netJointeffort.net/mwa@markbuildsit on InstagramOn Youtube under Plate 11 / Joint EffortBrian Obst@obstwoodworks on Instagram