Be More Positive

Join The Baltimore Times for a special edition of Be More Positive as we spotlight the people, places and stories shaping Baltimore's vibrant culture. In this episode, host Zuryna  chats with Tim "Chyno" Chin, better known as The Baltimore Foodie , to discuss Voyages: Chapter 8 —an immersive culinary experience at the National Aquarium that blends Baltimore's food scene with conservation, storytel...

In this episode of Be More Positive , host Zuryna Livermore sits down with Ron Legler , President of the France-Merrick Performing Arts Center , home of Baltimore’s historic Hippodrome Theatre . Ron shares the story behind the iconic theater—from its beginnings as a 1914 vaudeville house to its transformation into a cultural hub that brings Broadway productions, community events, and arts educatio...

In this episode of Be More Positive , Zuryna sits down with Tiffany Bethea, Executive Director of the Baltimore City Chamber of Commerce, to talk about what it really takes to build—and sustain—a business in today’s climate. Tiffany shares her journey from Hampton University to leading one of Baltimore’s most impactful business organizations, along with how her background in coaching shapes the wa...

In this episode of Be More Positive , host Zuryna Livermore sits down with Baltimore media entrepreneur Cassandra Ferguson, founder of Elevation Global Media Group, for a conversation about storytelling, entrepreneurship and the power of showing up with intention. Ferguson shares how her experience in radio revealed a gap in the industry—many creators had the talent, but lacked the tools, branding...

In this episode of Be More Positive , host Zuryna Livermore sits down with Baltimore content creator and entrepreneur Simone Phillips , founder of Charm City Table , for a conversation about food, culture and the creativity that defines Baltimore. Born in Baltimore City and raised in the Woodlawn/Windsor Mill area, Simone shares how family traditions, community gatherings and home-cooked meals hel...

In this episode of Be More Positive , host Zuryna sits down with Baltimore City’s First Lady, Hana Scott , for an honest conversation about life beyond the headlines. Raised in Northeast Baltimore, Hana shares her journey from Baltimore City Public Schools to earning a full scholarship to the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, and how her path evolved from biology and vaccine research to entrep...

CIAA Weekend transforms Baltimore into a city-wide celebration of culture, connection, and community. In this episode of Be More Positive , host Zuryna Livermore sits down with Kireem Swinton , Interim President & CEO of Visit Baltimore, and CIAA Commissioner Jacqie McWilliams Parker to discuss the atmosphere, impact, and legacy of CIAA Weekend. From signature events and inclusion to economic...

Be More Positive is an extension of The Baltimore Times’ 40-year commitment to telling positive stories about positive people. For four decades, The Baltimore Times has highlighted the voices, leaders, and everyday changemakers shaping Baltimore and beyond. Now, those stories continue—this time, through conversation. Hosted by Zuryna Livermore , Be More Positive highlights uplifting stories, meani...