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Montgomery Talks with Doug Tallman

Montgomery Talks with Doug Tallman

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An informal conversation about the issues, politics, and personalities of Montgomery County, Maryland, hosted by MCM senior reporter Doug Tallman, who has covered the State and the County for more than 30 years.
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State Sen. Will Smith on the Upcoming General Assembly

Montgomery Talks with Doug TallmanJan 06, 2020

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State Sen. Will Smith on the Upcoming General Assembly

State Sen. Will Smith on the Upcoming General Assembly

State Sen. Will Smith talks about changes in the state Senate's crime committee as he takes over leadership of the panel. He also talks about his military service in light of current events in Iraq and Iran.

Jan 06, 202027:33
Craig Rice on Apple, Kirwan

Craig Rice on Apple, Kirwan

Councilmember Craig Rice talks about a new effort to help students learn to code. It's getting support from Apple. And we grill him on the Kirwan Commission, which is proposing $3 billion in expanded education spending.

Dec 13, 201932:43
Some Good News on Cancer

Some Good News on Cancer

We talk with Dr. Travis Gayles, Montgomery County health officer, about declining cancer rates. And even if the rates are falling, what does that mean if you or a loved one receive a cancer diagnosis.

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Dec 10, 201927:12
Andrea Chamblee, Wife of Slain Capital Gazette Sportswriter

Andrea Chamblee, Wife of Slain Capital Gazette Sportswriter

John McNamara was one of five victims gunned down and killed on June 28, 2018, at the Annapolis Capital Gazette offices.

At the time of his death, McNamara, a veteran sportswriter, was chronicling the D.C. region’s many contributions to the game of basketball for a book he was writing. He started working on “The Capital of Basketball” around 2007. A few months after the shooting, McNamara's wife, Andrea Chamblee, took on the task of completing her husband's book which was recently released.

Chamblee spoke with Montgomery Talks about the challenges of finishing the book, coping with tragedy, and the effort to change Maryland’s gun laws to prevent future shooting rampages.

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Nov 07, 201925:25
Staying in the Race

Staying in the Race

Democratic presidential candidate John Delaney says he's going to stay in the 2020 races. He also discussed his issues with Medicare for All and the Green New Deal. And would he run for governor? Find out in this edition of Montgomery Talks.

Oct 09, 201929:45
Looking Back on the Snipers

Looking Back on the Snipers

Seventeen years ago, a man and a teenager terrorized the region with a series of sniper killings. David Reichenbaugh was a Maryland State Police lieutenant who was in command of the arrest of John Allen Muhammad and Lee Boyd Malvo. 

Sep 30, 201950:13
Bishop Ortiz: No Matter the Story, God Happens

Bishop Ortiz: No Matter the Story, God Happens

Bishop Leila Ortiz, who leads the Metro DC Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, doesn't shy away from saying it's unusual for a Latina to be lead 35,000 Lutherans in about 80 churches in the DC region. "The Holy Spirit is up to something," she says.

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Sep 09, 201928:44
Making Government More Efficient

Making Government More Efficient

Councilmember Andrew Friedson, serving his first term on the County Council, has made a name for himself in trying to make government run more efficiently. He’s also been an advocate for pedestrian safety. In this episode of Montgomery Talks with Doug Tallman, Friedson shares his thoughts on the latest developments in Tonya Chapman’s decision to remove her name from consideration to become the county’s next police chief.

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Aug 29, 201943:12
Montgomery Talks About the Weather

Montgomery Talks About the Weather

Everyone talks about the weather—and the past few months have given us plenty to talk about. Dr. Philip Arkin with the Earth System Science Interdisciplinary Center at the University of Maryland helps us make a little sense about all this rain. 

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Aug 14, 201922:39
What's in Your Wallet? A Look at Cybersecurity.

What's in Your Wallet? A Look at Cybersecurity.

Montgomery College cybersecurity expert Joseph Roundy talks with Doug Tallman about how to protect your data in the wake of data breaches at Capital One and other institutions. On this episode of Montgomery Talks, Roundy also gives his take on election security.  

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Aug 05, 201925:08
Jamie Raskin on Impeachment of Donald Trump

Jamie Raskin on Impeachment of Donald Trump

Will the Democrats move forward with impeachment proceedings against President Donald Trump? Rep. Jamie Raskin says Congress has 10 investigations under way looking into the Trump administration policies, and any one could lead to impeachment charges. Listen to the latest edition of Montgomery Talks with Doug Tallman.

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Jul 30, 201926:45
Fire and Rescue's Social Media Maven Pete Piringer

Fire and Rescue's Social Media Maven Pete Piringer

He doesn’t fritter when he’s on Twitter.

Chief spokesperson for Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service Pete Piringer — Tweety Petey as he is called by some — tells MCM how social media has changed how he informs the public when first responders are on the scene of a fire or accident. He’s a trusted source for reporters as well as commuters who want to know if their drives to and from work will face any slowdowns. Piringer is the featured guest on the latest edition of Montgomery Talks with Doug Tallman.

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Jul 03, 201928:55
A New Captain on the Beat

A New Captain on the Beat

Capt. Sonia Pruitt, the first African-American woman to reach that rank, has the job of overseeing the force’s interactions with the community. She says she’s up to the job even though people of color have expressed their distrust of the county police. Pruitt talks about that and more on Montgomery Talks. 

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Jun 27, 201927:11
Goldstein on How County Will Improve Emergency Communications

Goldstein on How County Will Improve Emergency Communications

Fire Chief Scott Goldstein talks about the Mother's Day outage that silenced emergency communications for 14 hours and what the county is going to do about it. Hear his comments on the latest Montgomery Talks. 

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Jun 24, 201933:26
Montgomery County Councilmember Katz on Police Chief, Business Climate

Montgomery County Councilmember Katz on Police Chief, Business Climate

Councilmember Sidney Katz talks about the process to appoint a new chief of police. Plus, he practically grew up in a local department store, so he’s been tasked with helping County Executive Marc Elrich to improve the county’s climate for small businesses. 

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Jun 21, 201928:23
Explore Montgomery County's Great Outdoors

Explore Montgomery County's Great Outdoors

Ten percent of Montgomery County’s real estate is made up of parks. Melissa Chotiner joins Montgomery Talks to share some of the events and activities that will be happening in public parks this summer. 

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Jun 20, 201923:30
Helping Women Emerge in Maryland Politics

Helping Women Emerge in Maryland Politics

More women are winning elections, thanks to the  experts at Emerge Maryland, a group that recruits, trains and provides a  network for Democrats who want to run. The trainers are campaign  consultants, advisors and  staff from all over the country. Find out from executive director Diane  Fink how Emerge is shattering the glass ceiling in local politics – on  Montgomery Talks with Doug Tallman. 

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Jun 05, 201928:15
Dr. Anthony Fauci: 411 on the Current Measles Outbreak

Dr. Anthony Fauci: 411 on the Current Measles Outbreak

Thirty-some years ago, Dr. Anthony Fauci marshaled scientists on a little-understood disease called AIDS. Now he warns about measles, an illness thought to be eradicated at the turn of the century – on this episode of Montgomery Talks with Doug Tallman. 

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May 29, 201925:52
Safe Haven for MoCo Abuse Victims

Safe Haven for MoCo Abuse Victims

Domestic abuse survivor Cheryl Kravitz teamed up with Thomas Manion from the Family Justice Center to paint a vivid picture of how one woman and her children escaped from a dangerous situation, and where others can go for help – on this episode of Montgomery Talks with Doug Tallman. 

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May 22, 201931:53
The MCPS Student Voice

The MCPS Student Voice

As the 41st Student Member of the Board, Ananya Tadikonda,  steps down from her MCPS position, she discusses some issues the new  student board member will face and how she hopes student activism will move lawmakers in the future – on this episode of  Montgomery Talks with Doug Tallman. 

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May 14, 201924:03
Montgomery in Black and White

Montgomery in Black and White

MoCo native Dan Reed talks about growing up black in Montgomery County,  where he attended a public school magnet school with affluent white kids. That  was 20 years ago. Now, the writer of the popular blog, Just Up the Pike, describes the childhood  experiences that still affect him today. 

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May 02, 201932:46
Greening Up Montgomery County

Greening Up Montgomery County

Montgomery County recycles a lot of its trash, but it’s going to have to recycle a lot more if it wants to close its pollution-belching incinerator in Dickerson — it won’t be easy being green Montgomery, or so says the county’s environmental protection chief, Adam Ortiz. Listen to his chat with Doug Tallman on this latest edition of Montgomery Talks.

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Apr 22, 201931:20
Marc Elrich on Schools, Budget and Transportation

Marc Elrich on Schools, Budget and Transportation

County Executive Marc Elrich discusses the schools, budget and  transportation in the County – on this episode of Montgomery Talks with  Doug Tallman. 

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Apr 17, 201937:46
Keep Your Pet Country Music Calm

Keep Your Pet Country Music Calm

Dr. Mark Liberto soothes nervous pets with country music at his Lake Forest Animal Clinic in Gaithersburg. Get more tips on keeping your cat or dog healthy and calm – on this episode of Montgomery Talks with Doug Tallman.

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Apr 11, 201928:29
MCPS 2020: MCCPTA's Laura Stewart

MCPS 2020: MCCPTA's Laura Stewart

This edition of Montgomery Talks Education with Doug Tallman is one of a three part series called MCPS 2020.

As the county budget debate roars on, Superintendent Jack Smith, Montgomery County Council of Parent-Teacher Associations' Laura Stewart, and Montgomery County Education Association’s Jennifer Martin air their concerns – on Montgomery Talks MCPS 2020, with Doug Tallman. 

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Apr 08, 201930:19
MCPS 2020: Superintendent Jack Smith

MCPS 2020: Superintendent Jack Smith

 This edition of Montgomery Talks Education with Doug Tallman is one of a three part series called MCPS 2020.

As the county budget debate roars on, Superintendent Jack Smith, Montgomery County Council of Parent-Teacher Associations' Laura Stewart, and Montgomery County Education Association’s Jennifer Martin air their concerns – on Montgomery Talks MCPS 2020, with Doug Tallman. 

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Apr 08, 201936:22
MCPS 2020: MCEA's Jennifer Martin

MCPS 2020: MCEA's Jennifer Martin

This edition of Montgomery Talks Education with Doug Tallman is one of a three part series called MCPS 2020.

As the county budget debate roars on, Superintendent Jack Smith, Montgomery County Council of Parent-Teacher Association’s Laura Stewart, and Montgomery County Education Association’s Jennifer Martin air their concerns – on Montgomery Talks MCPS 2020, with Doug Tallman. 

 

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Apr 08, 201931:46
Teen Suicide in Montgomery County

Teen Suicide in Montgomery County

Suicide Prevention experts from EveryMind and umttr join forces to discuss the rise in teen suicides and what you can do to help – on this episode of Montgomery Talks with Doug Tallman. 

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Apr 04, 201937:17
Feeding Our Community

Feeding Our Community

 Fewer county residents are going without food, yet Jackie DeCarlo, CEO of Manna Food Center, explains why the fight against hunger must continue – on this episode of Montgomery Talks with Doug Tallman. 

 

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Mar 22, 201931:58
Eating Local in MoCo

Eating Local in MoCo

 It’s easier than you think! Chef/Instructor Susan Callahan fills us in  on the surprising places to find locally produced and sustainable  edibles – on this episode of Montgomery Talks with Doug Tallman. 

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Mar 19, 201924:16
Opioid Crisis in our County

Opioid Crisis in our County

Dr. Raymond Crowel with the Health Department shares how opioid addiction reaches every part of Montgomery County –  even our schools – on this episode of Montgomery Talks with Doug Tallman.

Mar 13, 201920:23
Closing the Gender Pay Gap

Closing the Gender Pay Gap

Councilmember Evan Glass talks about his new proposal to help make gender pay equity a reality in our county on this Montgomery Talks with Doug Tallman. 

Mar 06, 201929:31
Is MoCo Ready for Amazon This Time?

Is MoCo Ready for Amazon This Time?

 David Petr, CEO of the Montgomery County  Economic Development Corporation, talks about the county’s readiness for  another try at capturing Amazon’s second headquarters— on this episode of Montgomery Talks with Doug Tallman. 

Mar 01, 201925:03
An Oasis of Freed Slaves

An Oasis of Freed Slaves

Historian Natalie Williams says the Sandy Spring Slave Museum is a place where people can touch history. It was created in what was an “oasis”  of slaves freed by Quakers – on this episode of Montgomery Talks with Doug  Tallman. 

Feb 26, 201926:35
Echoes of Racism

Echoes of Racism

Former Gubernatorial Candidate Valerie Ervin reflects on how racism from her parents' generation affects her today on Montgomery Talks with Doug Tallman.


Feb 21, 201936:23
How the Federal Shutdown Hurts Our County

How the Federal Shutdown Hurts Our County

Councilmember Gabe Albornoz talks about who is hurt most by federal  shutdowns and why on this episode of Montgomery Talks with Doug  Tallman. 

Feb 14, 201932:24
Human Trafficking in Our County

Human Trafficking in Our County

MCPD’s  head of vice, Det. Sgt. David Papalia, talks about why Montgomery  County is a prime location for prostitution and human trafficking – and  what you can do to help on this episode of Montgomery Talks with Doug Tallman.

Feb 13, 201922:23
Will Maryland Cap Prescription Drug Costs?

Will Maryland Cap Prescription Drug Costs?

Health care advocate Vincent DeMarco talks to Doug Tallman about new efforts to introduce a bill in Maryland's General Assembly capping the cost of certain medications in the State.

Feb 07, 201910:50
An UpCounty Voice

An UpCounty Voice

Where do UpCounty residents go to get their potholes fixed? Germantown Pulse editor and journalist Kevin O'Rourke talks about the challenges of covering his unincorporated community, and how he tries to give its residents a voice.

Jan 31, 201922:33
A New Way to Investigate Officer-Involved Deaths

A New Way to Investigate Officer-Involved Deaths

Councilmember Will Jawando speaks to Senior Reporter Doug Tallman about new legislation calling for independent investigations into officer-involved deaths.


Jan 28, 201925:08
Sexual Assault in Our Schools

Sexual Assault in Our Schools

 

The alleged sexual assault at Damascus High School shook parents, teachers, administrators and students themselves. We asked Jennifer Alvaro to join us in the Montgomery Community Media podcast booth to talk about the issues surrounding the incident.

We believed some of the things Alvaro said deserved a response from Montgomery County Public Schools to respond. In an abundance of fairness, we asked for a response from MCPS.

This is what we received:

“We thank the State’s Attorney Office, the Montgomery County Police Department, Child Welfare Services,  Ms. Alvaro, and the thousands the community members who have helped us develop and implement one of the most robust, if not the most robust, child protection policy, protocol and procedures in a public school district.  We continue to enhance and expand our work to ensure all students are safe and can learn and thrive in our schools.

“With regards to the Damascus High School incident, we can’t provide any additional comment beyond what has been shared already as there is an ongoing law enforcement investigation. However, we encourage community members to avoid speculating on what they believe happened and allow for law enforcement to complete their investigation.”

The response was delivered by Gboyinde Onijala, an MCPS spokeswoman.

She also suggested people watch the discussion at a committee meeting on the child abuse policy. You can see it here: http://mcpsmd.swagit.com/play/10232018-1221/#9

MCPS also has a Child Abuse and Neglect webpage where they can learn more about our efforts. The page is at https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/childabuseandneglect/

The most recent summary can be found at: https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/uploadedFiles/childabuseandneglect/180829%20Update%20Implement%20Pol%20JHC%20FY2018.pdf

Jan 16, 201926:41
Montgomery Talk Podcast #3: Mark Korman

Montgomery Talk Podcast #3: Mark Korman

In this edition of Montgomery Talk, Delegate Marc Korman talks about the upcoming General Assembly, including the state budget, education funding and transportation topics. Korman is the chairman of the Montgomery County House Delegation. Senior News Editor Doug Tallman hosts. 

Jan 02, 201936:20
Montgomery Talk Podcast #2: Bob Levey

Montgomery Talk Podcast #2: Bob Levey

In this edition of Montgomery Talk, former Washington Post columnist Bob Levey talks about local journalism, his time at the Washington Post, politics and his new book. Senior News Editor Doug Tallman hosts.
Dec 14, 201829:03
Montgomery Talk Podcast #1: Nancy Navarro

Montgomery Talk Podcast #1: Nancy Navarro

For the first official edition of Montgomery Talk, Doug Tallman talks with Council President Nancy Navarro. They talk about women in elective office, universal pre-K, how her life in Venezuela is reflected in her public service, and other topics.
Dec 14, 201833:28