Stay Connected***No longer adding new episodes*** On The Record was co-hosted by Sheilah Kast and Ashley Sterner. Sheilah and shared conversations with audacious artists, intrepid scientists, community leaders and more. And of course, tales from the beloved Stoop Storytelling Series.
On The Record was produced by Melissa Gerr. Jon Ehrens created the theme music. Louis Umerlik designed the logo.
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“From WYPR, I’m SK. We’re On The Record”Harry Houdini is known for grand illusions and death-defying escapes. But what lies behind the curtain of Houdini as a performer? Why were some uses of trickery reviled by the master of magic? The exhibit at the Jewish Museum of Maryland called ‘Inescapable: The Life and Legacy of Harry Houdini’ .. reveals answers to those questions and more. We hear from Marvin Pinkert, the museum’s executive director … and David London, magician, performer and curator of the exhibit:
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Adam Gopnik talks about why ‘compromise’ or ‘practicing empathy’ shouldn’t be mistaken for an inability to stand up for your beliefs and Loyola philosophy professor Drew Leder discusses how reconnecting with nature can cultivate empathy and tolerance for others.
Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers mharvie@wypr.org 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers mgerr@wypr.org 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his sbdawes@wypr.org 410-235-1472
Baltimore Mayor Pugh now says her search for the city’s next police commissioner may stretch into next month. Many say the public should have bigger role in choosing the next commissioner, who would be the fourth to lead the BPD this year. Journalist and former City Paper editor Brandon Soderberg joins us to talk about the search, and the effect it’s having on policing in Baltimore .. at the same time the pace of murders is accelerating.
Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers mharvie@wypr.org 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers mgerr@wypr.org 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his sbdawes@wypr.org 410-235-1472
Here’s a Stoop Story from Kimberely Lynne about the risks of live theater. You can hear her story and many others at stoopstorytelling.com, as well as the Stoop podcast.
Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers mharvie@wypr.org 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers mgerr@wypr.org 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his sbdawes@wypr.org 410-235-1472
Early voting begins today, and on the minds of many Marylanders is education. Whether it’s a lockbox for casino revenue ... universal pre-kindergarten, or an education watchdog - incumbent Republican Governor Larry Hogan and his top opponent Democrat Ben Jealous have made many funding promises. We break down their claims with Hopkins education-policy professor Henry Smith and journalist Karen Houppert.
Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers mharvie@wypr.org 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers mgerr@wypr.org 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his sbdawes@wypr.org 410-235-1472
Next month, Johns Hopkins physicians will present research on a range of topics about women’s health. Two doctors join us for a preview. Deidra Crews describes the disproportionate impact of kidney disease on women of color, the challenge of detecting an illness that often presents no symptoms in early stages, and her research on how diet helps.Then, the number of people living with Alzheimer’s is forecast to double every twenty years. Constantine Lyketsos, who heads Hopkins’ ‘Memory and Alzheimer’s Treatment Center,’ shares strategies to preserve brain health.A Woman's Journey is November 10th at the Hilton Baltimore. Registration information available here.
Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers mharvie@wypr.org 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers mgerr@wypr.org 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his sbdawes@wypr.org 410-235-1472
An end-of-life doula offers compassion and companionship to the dying and the people who love them. We talk with Debbie Geffen-Jones, bereavement program manager at Gilchrist, about what it takes to assume the doula role. And Kay Berney, who has volunteered in bereavement services for more than a decade, tells us what’s she’s learned as an end-of-life doula and how it differs from the stereotype some people might expect. For more information about becoming a Gilchrist volunteer, visit this link.
Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers mharvie@wypr.org 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers mgerr@wypr.org 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his sbdawes@wypr.org 410-235-1472
Across Maryland, Republicans are trying to capitalize on Governor Hogan’s popularity. Especially in Baltimore County, where Republican Al Redmer faces Democrat Johnny Olszewski for county executive. John Lee, who covers the county for WYPR, says the vote could be an upset. Listen to his reporting from the campaign trail here. And listen to the candidate's debate on today's Midday at noon.Then, WYPR reporter Dominique Maria Bonessi looks at the debate over whether the city should embrace an “eye in the sky.”
Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers mharvie@wypr.org 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers mgerr@wypr.org 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his sbdawes@wypr.org 410-235-1472
Community members are working to revive the neighborhoods around Pennsylvania and North Avenues in West Baltimore. Now, there’s even more momentum behind it ... with the aim to secure funds to restore the facade of the historic Arch Social Club.We hear from Marion Blackwell, manager of the non-profit ‘Historic Pennsylvania Avenue Main Street,’ … and from the cultural curator of ‘Leaders of a Beautiful Struggle,’ spoken-word poet Brion Gill, … who is leading a charge to designate the area as a Black arts-and-entertainment district.
Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers mharvie@wypr.org 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers mgerr@wypr.org 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his sbdawes@wypr.org 410-235-1472
Maisha Drayton tells her Stoop Story about the power of narrative and facing one’s own misconceptions about others.You can hear her story and others, at the OTR page at wypr dot org, and also on the Stoop podcast.
Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers mharvie@wypr.org 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers mgerr@wypr.org 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his sbdawes@wypr.org 410-235-1472
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