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Maryland Now
Maryland Now is a podcast that goes beyond the headlines to explore the forces shaping Maryland’s politics, policy, and public life. Hosted by Dori Henry, Josh Kurtz, and David Nitkin — three veteran journalists and public‑affairs leaders with more than 60 years of combined experience — the show brings depth, context, and historical perspective to the issues facing Maryland today. Each episode blends reporting, interviews, and insider knowledge. You’ll hear directly from the people driving…
Episodes
Maryland NowAfter the Wave: What the Election Means for Maryland
What does Tuesday’s blue wave mean for Maryland, and what do Democrats do with the win? Hours after the polls closed, Dori Henry, Josh Kurtz and David Nitkin…
Maryland NowA Heartbeat Away: Why No Maryland Lieutenant Governor Has Ever Been Elected Governor
Why has no Maryland lieutenant governor ever become governor? Maryland has had nine lieutenant governors since the office returned in 1971, and not one has…
Maryland NowNot in My Backyard: Data Centers, Power Bills and Maryland’s Energy Squeeze
Maryland Now is brought to you by Blended Public Affairs Why are Maryland’s energy costs climbing, and who’s to blame? In this episode of Maryland Now, Dori…
Maryland NowSteny Hoyer & Sarah Elfreth: Passing the Baton in Congress
Maryland Now, brought to you by Blended Public Affairs This episode, Dori Henry, Josh Kurtz, and David Nitkin head to Capitol Hill for a wide-ranging…
Maryland Now"Walk Again": The Culture Shift for Women in Maryland Politics
Maryland Now — brought to you by Blended Public Affairs This episode, Dori Henry sits down for a roundtable on women in Maryland politics, joined by Alex…
Maryland Now[Replay] Maryland's Official State Symbols, Explained
A quick note: Maryland Now is taking a short break this week. Enjoy this favorite episode from last season, and join us back on October 1st for a brand new…
Maryland NowStay Off the Poller Coasters: Tom Perez on the Midterms
Maryland Now — brought to you by Blended Public Affairs This episode, Dori Henry, Josh Kurtz, and David Nitkin sit down with Tom Perez — former U.S. Labor…
Maryland NowToday’s Maryland Media: What We’ve Lost And What We’ve Gained
Maryland Now — brought to you by Blended Public Affairs This episode, Dori Henry, Josh Kurtz, and David Nitkin turn the mic on their own industry, sitting down…
Maryland NowThe Third Rail: Inside Maryland's Healthcare Model
Maryland Now — brought to you by Blended Public Affairs This episode, host David Nitkin takes on healthcare — an industry so big and so personal that he almost…
Maryland NowSwimming Halfway: Maryland's Blueprint for Education Reform
Maryland Now — brought to you by Blended Public Affairs This episode, Josh Kurtz takes a deep dive into the Blueprint for Maryland's Future — the state's…
Maryland NowDowny Ocean: Inside MACo Week with Maryland's Power Players
Maryland Now — brought to you by Blended Public Affairs This episode, Maryland Now hits the road. Hosts Dori Henry, Josh Kurtz, and David Nitkin traveled to…
Maryland NowReading the Room: Pollster Adam Carlson on What Marylanders Really Want
Maryland Now — brought to you by Blended Public Affairs Season 2 opens with a deep dive into the results of the newest Maryland Now poll, conducted by Blended…
Maryland NowSeason 2 Announcement
Maryland Now is back! In this quick Season 2 teaser, hosts Dori Henry, Josh Kurtz, and David Nitkin drop big news about the upcoming season. Returning…
Maryland NowPrimary Election Special Episode – Maryland is Wakanda?
In this special post-primary election episode, hosts Dori Henry, Josh Kurtz, and David Nitkin sit down with political strategists Alex Hughes and Marvin James…
Maryland NowThe Final Gavel: Why the 2026 Session Felt Different
In this season finale "Roundtable" edition of Maryland Now, hosts Dori Henry, Josh Kurtz, and David Nitkin are joined by two highly regarded Annapolis lawyers…
Maryland NowInside Maryland's Official State Symbols
In this "Roundtable" edition of Maryland Now, hosts Dori Henry, Josh Kurtz, and David Nitkin dive into the quirky, surprising, and often controversial world of…
Maryland NowRoundtable Discussion: The 2026 County Executive Races
In this second "Roundtable" edition of Maryland Now, hosts Dori Henry, Josh Kurtz, and David Nitkin are joined by two of the state’s most experienced political…
Maryland NowRisk and Reward: When the Private Sector Builds Public Infrastructure
If your child brought home a report card with a C average, you’d likely be underwhelmed. But a C average is what the American Society of Civil Engineers gives…
Maryland NowAre We There Yet? The Pitfalls and Promise of Maryland Transit
For decades, Marylanders have looked at maps of what could have been: a sprawling, interconnected rail network linking neighborhoods from Owings Mills to the…
Maryland NowUpstream, Downstream: The Architecture of the Chesapeake Bay Agreement
The Chesapeake Bay is more than just a body of water; it supports a $600 million seafood industry in Maryland; it's a $3.2 billion tourism engine for the…
Maryland NowThe Filing Deadline Roundtable
The filing deadline has passed, and the board is finally set for Maryland’s 2026 elections. With a flurry of last-minute entries and some surprising absences…
Maryland NowWhy Maryland Can’t Build Enough Housing
Maryland is in the middle of a full‑blown housing crisis — and the consequences are showing up everywhere. For 12 straight years, more Marylanders have left…
Maryland NowMaryland’s State Budget: Delaying the pain, or investing in the future?
The Maryland General Assembly is back in session — and the only thing lawmakers must do each year is pass a balanced budget. And this year, an election year…
Maryland NowParty Like It’s 1999: How One Bill Reshaped Maryland’s Energy Market
Maryland Now opens its debut season with a deep examination of how a single piece of legislation from 1999 reshaped Maryland’s electricity market and helped…
Maryland NowMaryland Needs This Podcast — Now
Maryland Now is a new podcast from longtime Maryland journalists and public‑affairs veterans Dori Henry, Josh Kurtz, and David Nitkin — three people who’ve…