South Baltimore Now!

In this episode of the South Baltimore Now podcast, we sit down with John Shea and Brendan O’Brien —two South Baltimore neighbors who are blending decades of high-level financial expertise with a deep-rooted love for their community. Together, they’ve launched Old Irish Guys Financial , a venture built on the idea that sound financial advice should be as accessible as a conversation with a neighbo...

In this episode, we welcome back District 11 Councilman Zac Blanchard for his third appearance on the show. Zac reflects on his first full year in office — a year that included becoming a father for the second time on inauguration night — and breaks down the major issues shaping South Baltimore and Downtown Baltimore today.   The conversation covers everything from the explosion of smoke shops, to...

Nate and Kevin close out the year with a full breakdown of the biggest stories shaping South Baltimore in 2025 — from major development updates and new restaurants to youth sports growth and the major events coming in 2026. If you follow Baltimore neighborhoods, real estate, restaurants, or waterfront redevelopment, this episode brings you everything you need to know. 🎙️ What’s Inside • Baltimore...

In this episode of South Baltimore Now, hosts Nate and Kevin welcome Ckori Jones, managing director of the Diamond Collective and the Baltimore Urban Baseball Association (Buba). They discuss the inaugural Field of Futures fundraising event on December 6th, benefiting Buba and the Tony Gwynn Legacy East Foundation. Ckori elaborates on the facilities at the Diamond Collective, highlighting their un...

This special Veterans Day episode of the South Baltimore Now podcast from Southbmore.com features a conversation with Jon Dewar, a Marine Corps veteran, community advocate, and owner of Dewar General Contracting. Nate and Kevin sit down with Jon at Bodega and Vino in Locust Point—a veteran-owned business itself—to discuss his life, business, and extensive community involvement.   Discussion Highli...

In this episode of the South Baltimore Now podcast, hosts Nate Carper and Kevin Lynch sit down with State Delegate Luke Clippinger, the dedicated representative for Maryland's 46th Legislative District. As a native Baltimorean and the powerful Chair of the House Judiciary Committee, Delegate Clippinger offers a deep dive into the legislative process, the state's efforts on public safety, and hyper...

In this episode of South Baltimore Now!, host Nate Carper sits down with Gabe Bustos, co-founder of Hector Home Services Marketing . They dive into the company's unique journey and its mission to help local, family-owned home service businesses succeed. Gabe shares his personal motivation, revealing that past business failures in music and education due to a lack of marketing knowledge inspired hi...

In this episode of the South Baltimore Now podcast, host Nate Carper interviews Karen Kindig, the owner of The Womb Room. Karen shares her journey from being a therapist to owning The Womb Room, a business offering prenatal and postpartum support, lactation consulting, and parental classes. Karen discusses the importance of community and support during and after pregnancy and highlights some of th...

This special summer episode of the South Baltimore Now podcast features Nate, Rob Wahl, and Julie Carper discussing sponsorship opportunities for the South Baltimore Youth Soccer League's (SBYSL) Fall 2025 season. Your support directly impacts over 700 young soccer players across Baltimore by funding player stipends, providing essential soccer infrastructure, enabling free programming, and develop...

In this episode, we go inside the Baltimore Orioles organization with longtime South Baltimore resident Zach Brown, the Senior Director of Ticket Operations, who has dedicated over 18 years to the team. Hosted by Kevin Lynch, the discussion covers Zach's journey from an intern to his current role, the strategic aspects of ticketing, and the vibrant energy of working at Camden Yards. Zach shares me...

Join Kevin Lynch of SouthBmore.com as he sits down with Will Fagg, the heart and soul behind Tiny Brick Oven in Federal Hill, Baltimore. In this inspiring episode, Will shares his remarkable journey from Southern food roots and Airbnb Superhost to crafting artisanal pizzas in his own backyard. Hear about the challenges of running a small business, including the near-closure that was miraculously a...

In this episode of South Baltimore Now, hosts Kev and Nate discuss the fascinating world of kayaking in Baltimore with Ray Scurr, President of the Canton Kayak Club, and Rob Bennett, VP of Communications. They explore the club's unique kayak-share program, its new locations, and efforts to make the waterfront more accessible. The conversation highlights the benefits of kayaking, the various paddli...

In this episode of South Baltimore Now, hosts Nate Carper and Kevin Lynch welcome Alissa Ganser, the newly named CEO and president of Business Volunteers Maryland. Alissa shares insights on the role of her organization in connecting businesses with meaningful volunteer opportunities, serving as a strategic partner to enhance corporate philanthropy and community engagement. The discussion covers Bu...

On this episode of South Baltimore Now!, hosts Nate and Kevin speak with Christina Betancourt Johnson, CEO of Standard Wellness and The Forest dispensary. Christina discusses The Forest's focus on education, wellness, and community; offering a boutique experience with personalized consultations; and a wide range of products.  She emphasizes The Forest's commitment to the area and its differentiati...

Nate Carper and Kevin Lynch welcome Zac Blanchard, the newly-elected city councilman for Baltimore’s 11th district, on the podcast. Blanchard, who has a background in military service and neighborhood economic development, narrowly won the primary election by 48 votes. Blanchard discusses his campaign strategies; future plans for addressing key issues, such as abandoned properties; and his vision...

In this special episode of the South Baltimore Now podcast, hosts Nate Carper and Kevin Lynch take a deep dive into SouthBmore.com. They discuss inspiring community stories, challenges, and triumphs of running a small business, and financial insights that keep their local journalism thriving. The episode also highlights various ways local businesses and individuals can support SouthBmore.com throu...

In this episode of South Baltimore Now!, hosts Kevin Lynch and Nate Carper talk with Ali Hudler of Hudler Homes of Compass. They explore Ali's journey from the hospitality sector to a successful real estate career. They delve into the current dynamics of the Baltimore housing market with a spotlight on neighborhoods like Locust Point. Key topics include market trends, buyer profiles, and the influ...

In this episode of South Baltimore Now, hosts Nate Carper and Kevin Lynch welcome Russ Causey, founder of the Hoodstock concert and member of the band Roses and Rust, along with Lauren Bussard from Unified Community Connections. They delve into the rich history and significance of Hoodstock, celebrating its 21st anniversary at a new venue — the Baltimore Museum of Industry. The discussion highligh...

In this episode, Jennifer Walker talks with Eleanor Graves, founder of Refuge Design Workshop in Baltimore. Eleanor shares her unique journey from being an English major and Zen Buddhism practitioner to becoming an interior designer focused on sustainable and service-oriented home improvement. She discusses the principles of Zen Buddhism that influenced her design philosophy, the creation of her b...

In this episode of the South Baltimore Now! podcast, hosts Nate and Kevin chat with Kenny Kulesz of Klik Solutions, a South Baltimore-based IT firm that recently earned a spot on the prestigious Inc. 5000 list. The three discuss the company's journey from its roots as Federal Hill Solutions; its various office locations in Baltimore, Kiev, Amsterdam, Miami, and Austin; and its focus on community i...

Host Nate Carper visits St. Mary's Star of the Sea, a historic Catholic church in South Baltimore, which is set to close in November after 148 years. He discusses the church's rich history and vibrant community impact with Father Kevin Ewing, the pastor, and Deacon Steve Sarnecki. The conversation includes the church's significant past, upcoming plans for memorializing the building, and integratin...

In this episode of the South Baltimore podcast, hosts Nate Carper and Kevin sit down with Taylor Schwartz, the director of Federal Hill Main Street, at their Federal Hill office. Taylor discusses the recent extensive rebranding of Federal Hill Main Street, which includes a new logo, colors, and a user-friendly website. Taylor explains the role of the organization in supporting local businesses, ma...

On this episode of the South Baltimore Now! podcast, Kevin Lynch interviews outgoing South Baltimore Youth Soccer League (SBYSL) Vice President Cindy Curley and new President Matt Schudtz. SBYSL will start its 20th season this fall at Latrobe Park in Locust Point. Curley talks about the founding of the league, its growth to 600 young athletes, success stories over the years, and the partnerships n...

In this episode of the South Baltimore Now! podcast, Kevin Lynch interviews Baltimore mayoral candidate Thiru Vignarajah. During the interview, Vignarajah shares insights into his background, including his education at Yale and Harvard Law; his career as a federal and city prosecutor; and his vision for the city of Baltimore. He discusses his plans to address Baltimore's crime, educational shortco...

This episode takes listeners on a journey through South Baltimore's vibrant community life as hosts Nate and Kevin discuss enjoying the spring weather, upcoming neighborhood events, and local sports updates. They give special shoutouts to new sponsors and local businesses, including Don Tigre for its fantastic tacos and happy hour, M8 Beer for its Australian beers and game day specials, and Sparkl...