Posts Tagged ‘Baltimore’

Sep. 07 2023

How has it been 30 years?

By Dyana Neal | Posted in Host Blogs | Comments Off on How has it been 30 years?

On September 18, 1993, I got into my car and began a 900-mile, two-day journey that would change my life. Earlier that month, after a year of searching for a full-time radio job, I came home from my part-time gigs at WSUI and KSUI in Iowa City, Iowa and saw that my answering machine was […]

May. 02 2023

Celebrating Community Service

By Dyana Neal | Posted in Host Blogs, Interviews, WBJC Programs | Comments Off on Celebrating Community Service

The Federation of Jewish Women’s Organizations of Maryland is having their 107th annual convention on Thursday, May 18 at Baltimore Hebrew Congregation. I recently spoke with co-chairs Nina Rosenzwog and Janet Livingston about the event, at which women from numerous organizations will be honored.

Apr. 27 2023

The Kappa Guild’s In-Person Events Are Back!

By Dyana Neal | Posted in Host Blogs, Interviews, WBJC Programs | Comments Off on The Kappa Guild’s In-Person Events Are Back!

The Kappa Guild of Baltimore’s fashion show is returning to the Zamoiski Auditorium at Sinai Hospital on Sunday, May 7 and they’ll be distributing funds to various agencies at their donor event, which will be held at Baltimore Hebrew Congregation on June 7. I recently had the pleasure of chatting with Sheila Mentz about both […]

Jul. 15 2022

Do It Now! Does That Sound Familiar?

By Dyana Neal | Posted in Host Blogs, Interviews, WBJC Programs | Comments Off on Do It Now! Does That Sound Familiar?

William Donald Schaefer held public office in Maryland for decades, serving as Mayor of Baltimore from 1971-1987, Governor of Maryland from 1987-1995, and Comptroller of Maryland from 1999-2007. He was well-known for his attention to detail and also for publicity stunts, including a taking a dip in the seal pool at the National Aquarium when […]

Sep. 13 2021

Honoring Defenders’ Day 2021 at Fort McHenry

By Dyana Neal | Posted in Host Blogs, Interviews, WBJC Programs | Comments Off on Honoring Defenders’ Day 2021 at Fort McHenry

Fort McHenry’s Defenders’ Day celebration will take place Friday and Saturday, September 17 and 18. Various activities are planned including a parade, musical performances, and living history re-enactors. I spoke with Ranger Shannon McLucas about this year’s remembrance of an important period in Baltimore’s history.  

Dec. 07 2020

Home for the Holidays – and Potentially Missing Ten Million Dollars!

By Dyana Neal | Posted in Host Blogs, Interviews, WBJC Programs | Comments Off on Home for the Holidays – and Potentially Missing Ten Million Dollars!

Baltimore actress Kay-Megan Washington has scored something most performers only dream about – a major role in a movie! “The Christmas Lottery” begins airing on BET, BET Her, and streaming services on December 12. Ms. Washington is a fabulous singer-actress and I recently spoke with her about her role as the family matriarch as well […]

Oct. 15 2020

Getting the proper tools for school

By Dyana Neal | Posted in Host Blogs, Interviews, WBJC Programs | Comments Off on Getting the proper tools for school

The school year is underway and many families are struggling more than ever to provide their kids with the items they need to succeed in class. I spoke with Sharon Matthews, Founder and CEO of Wish List Depot, about how her organization seeks to help students in the Baltimore area.

Jul. 15 2020

Child Care in Unprecedented Times

By Dyana Neal | Posted in Host Blogs, Interviews, WBJC Programs | Comments Off on Child Care in Unprecedented Times

The Baltimore City Child Care Resource Center, a member agency of the Maryland Child Care Resource Network, serves parents, child care providers, the business community, and others. Recently, I spoke with Suzanne Funk, a specialist in infant and early childhood mental health, about the agency’s work and how it’s being impacted by COVID-19.

Jun. 30 2020

A (Virtual) Walk In The Park

By Dyana Neal | Posted in Host Blogs, Interviews, WBJC Programs | Comments Off on A (Virtual) Walk In The Park

Access to green space is vital to mental and physical health for people of all ages. Recently, I spoke with Dr. Franklin Lance, President and CEO of the Parks and People Foundation, whose mission is to connect the citizens of Baltimore with nature, particularly younger residents. The COVID-19 crisis has created some unique challenges for […]

Sep. 14 2018

War – what is it good for?

By Dyana Neal | Posted in Host Blogs, Interviews, WBJC Programs | 1 Comment

Well, it won’t do your love life any favors, at least not in Aristophanes’ Lysistrata.  Spotlighters Theatre is presenting Sarah Ruden’s translation of this 411 BCE satire from September 21-October 14; I recently chatted about the production with co-directors Michael Blum and Darlene Harris.      

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