The U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan has raised serious doubts about the relationship between the US and NATO. It was a key topic at the Lennart Meri Conference in Tallinn, Estonia September 3-6. We bring you a panel discussion that revealed just how concerned NATO allies are about the relationship.
Weekly Scramble: New hotspot in Minneapolis and the passing of Norm Macdonald
The strong mayor question in the upcoming election is just as important as the public safety question. The elites who attended the Met Gala didn’t wear masks, but the help did. Johnny Heidt with guitar news.
News from the Crabby Coffee Shop: The debut of a new segment called Johnny on the spot
In my own weight loss journey, and in my journey as a personal trainer/health coach, this question has come up often. Why am I gaining weight when I’m eating healthy? Let’s discuss in this episode. If you’re in need of a health coach, and you’d like to check out Team Fit With Me –…
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with author Paula Hawkins about her new murder mystery novel “A Slow Fire Burning.” She also reflects on her best-seller “The Girl on the Train” and watching it be adapted by Hollywood.
It’s becomming increasingly likely that a public safety ballot question will not be written in time for the Nov election. Great emails regarding 9/11 but the show went off the rails when we learned of the unfortunate death of Norm Macdonald, we didn’t even know he was sick.
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with Louis Prima Jr., who performs at City Winery in Northeast D.C. on Thursday night. They spoke about his famous father’s jazz, swing and big-band career, as well as him voicing King Louie in Disney’s animated “The Jungle Book” to sing the iconic tune “I Wanna Be Like You.”
Monday Night Sports Talk: Episode 92
REBUILDING blah blah…NEW CULTURE blah blah….HOWZABOUT WINNING SOME GAMES WHYDONTCHA? CLAUDE AND KEVIN ARE BACK…AND THEY’RE GOING MEDIEVAL ON RON, JACK, FITZ AND ST JUICY
Ilhan Omar tries to explain why she is a yes vote on the Minneapolis public safety ballot question. She makes absolutely no sense. We finally chat with t-shirt Tony, who was kicked out of a Target store in Rochester for wearing a GL t-shirt. The mayor is astonished at what bonsai trees are worth.
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with jazz great Dave Koz, who performs Thursday night at The Birchmere in Alexandria, Virginia. They spoke about his Grammy-nominated jazz career, as well as his approach to interviewing other musicians on his popular syndicated radio show that he’s hosted since 1994.
Dr. Elizabeth Peters is a Family Medicine Physician at The Christ Hospital Health Network. In this episode we discuss the importance of having a primary care physician, all the ways they can help on your health journey and Dr. Peter’s own background in fitness. Find Dr. Peters here: https://www.thechristhospital.com/ If you’re in need of…
Maryland high school athletics resumed Sept. 3 and within a week both Prince George’s and Montgomery counties announced vaccine mandates. Originally, the school districts had left the decision up to the players, but outbreaks moved the counties to require COVID-19 vaccines or a negative test. This week, WTOP’s José Umaña takes us onto the field…
Erin Ryser is Atlanta’s go-to makeup artist and hair stylist. She joins Squats and Margaritas to discuss building her brand, making fitness a priority, mom guilt and why she stays prayed up.
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with “Daily Show” legend Jon Stewart, who hosts a 9/11 tribute tonight at Madison Square Garden called “NYC Still Rising After 20 Years: A Comedy Celebration.” He visited D.C. in 2014 to discuss his directorial debut film “Rosewater” about Iran’s imprisonment of Western journalist Maziar Bahari, who you’ll also…
Can the Washington Football Team repeat as NFC East Champs? How big of a deal is the injury to Curtis Samuel?
A wave of Afghans is coming to the U.S. as the war in Afghanistan ends. Abigail Hauslohner, a roving national correspondent with the Washington Post, wrote a riveting story called “New Americans”. She takes a profound look at the complicated ups and downs they and other immigrants face in the U.S. Follow us @podcastcolors
A wave of Afghans is coming to the U.S. as the war in Afghanistan ends. Abigail Hauslohner, a roving national correspondent with the Washington Post, wrote a riveting story called “New Americans”. She takes a profound look at the complicated ups and downs they and other immigrants face in the U.S.
The 9/11 Commission that investigated the 2001 terror attacks was not immediately backed by Congress and the White House. But its legacy lives on, as a House select committee now pursues an investigation of the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol in an era of heightened partisan politics. WTOP Capitol Hill Correspondent Mitchell Miller has…
Joe compares the state of the country today and where we were on Sept 11th of 2001
There’s a big gap in Erica Stancliff’s winemaking career… the Petaluma Gap to be accurate. Erica’s path to winemaking started at the tender age of 10 when one evening, respected winemaker and family friend Paul Hobbs, whom she calls “Uncle Paul”, came to her parent’s home for dinner with a bottle of 1997 Michael Black…
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with legendary crooner Johnny Mathis, who performs live at Strathmore tomorrow night in North Bethesda, Maryland. They spoke in 2018 to break down his biggest hits, including “Chances Are,” “It’s Not For Me to Say” and “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas.”
The possibility is developing that the ballot question regarding the removal of the police department might not actually make it to the ballot. Ramsey County attorney John Choi is thankfully enough getting backlash on his decision to end pretextual traffic stops. Johnny Heidt with guitar news.
News from the Crabby Coffee shop: Rude names, jobs for lazy people, and cars that control your mind
Christopher Post spent 20 years as a first responder before changing careers and becoming a video journalist. He talks with It’s All Journalism host Michael O’Connell about how journalists can develop situational awareness and be safe when covering potentially dangerous stories. Keep up with the latest news about the It’s All Journalism podcast, sign up for…
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with jazz and hip-hop dynamo Robert Glasper, who kicks off his Kennedy Center residency today through Sept. 19. They spoke in 2020 about his stellar career, from his Grammy-winning collaboration with Kendrick Lamar on “These Walls” to his Emmy-winning duet with Common on “Letter to the Free” from the…
When the United States needs eyes and ears in critical places where no human can reach – be it over the most rugged terrain or through the most hostile territory – it turns to the National Reconnaissance Office. Director, Dr. Chris Scolese joins us to breakdown what they do.
Weekly Scramble: Beer News, Bartley from Bent Brewstillery, and memories of 9/11
Mom blames police for the death of two teens who died while riding in a stolen car. Some amazing statistics in California from a George Will column about Larry Elder. Ramsey County attorney John Choi will no longer prosecute felonies that result from a routine traffic stop.
Christine Luken went from being unable to leave a broken relationship because of debt in her 20’s, to now helping people have a healthy relationship with their finances. In this episode, we discuss the parallels between fitness and finances and some helpful tips and tricks to have a better relationship with money. Find Christine here:…
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with William Shatner to mark the 55th anniversary of “Star Trek,” which premiered on television on Sept. 8, 1966. They spoke in 2015 when Shatner came to Awesome Con in Washington D.C. and again in 2016 when Shatner performed at Warner Theatre in Washington D.C. Captain Kirk shared memories…
Monday Night Sports Talk: Episode 91
9/07 A small victory of a judge’s ruling on the ballot question for the city of Minneapolis.
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with “Whose Line is it Anyway?” alum Colin Mochrie, who joins Brad Sherwood for “Scared Scriptless” on Thursday night at Warner Theatre in Washington D.C. Mochrie reflects on the hilarious TV improv show, including bits with Ryan Stiles, Wayne Brady and host Drew Carey.
Personal trainers and co-workers Josh Garrett and Nic Alessandrini and I discuss strength training for the aging population. How is it different? Why is it important? Find us at Cincy 360 Fitness: https://www.cincy360fitness.com/ If you’re in need of a health coach, and you’d like to check out Team Fit With Me – Get 10%…
In-person learning is back at all Virginia Public Schools this fall, but class is far from normal. Coronavirus cases continue to rise in the Commonwealth. With many elementary students still ineligible for the vaccine, safety concerns remain high. This week, long-time WTOP reporter Neal Augestein tells us what the first day back to school looked…
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with My Morning Jacket frontman Jim James, who plays Merriweather Post Pavilion tomorrow night in Columbia, Maryland. They spoke in 2019 when James performed his album “The Order of Nature: A Song Cycle” at the Kennedy Center with the National Symphony Orchestra.
JJ and longtime, friend and colleague, Hillary Howard, WTOP News Anchor, discuss the devastation of Racism, anti-Semitism, Misogyny and other destructive, hate-based behaviors and how to prevail.
9/03 Our final show from the Minnesota State Fair 2021
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with the one and only Darius Rucker, who performs live at Wolf Trap tomorrow night in Virginia. They spoke in 2016 about Rucker’s rise from Hootie & The Blowfish to a rebirth in country music.
Weekly Scramble: Joe Soucheray and Ben Quam from Surly Brewing
9/02 Two great musical guests, Scott Jensen and Matt Birk from the State Fair
News from the Crabby Coffee Shop: Special guest Jason Matheson at the State Fair
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with singer/songwriter Sara Bareilles, who stars in the hit Broadway musical “Waitress” today as the New York City theater scene reopens after the pandemic shutdown. They spoke in 2018 about the show’s songbook, from “Opening Up” to “She Used to Be Mine,” as well as the story behind her…
Douglas Dreyer describes himself as an ordinary American trying to do the right thing. What he’s doing is trying to help several Afghan friends get out of Afghanistan. And it’s not going so well.
Not many surprises on cutdown day for The Washington Football Team, plus we take a look at the upcoming College Football Season. Will the Maryland Terrapins be bowl eligible?? Plus, other local teams previews
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with Tony winner Brian Stokes Mitchell, who joins Renee Elise Goldsberry for “Broadway in the Park” at Wolf Trap on Friday in a co-production with Signature Theatre. They discuss his prolific Broadway career, from “Ragtime” to “Kiss Me Kate,” as well as singing out of his New York City…
Ashley is down 45 pounds and hit her goal weight! Hear how she did it, what she’s learned and how she’s moving forward. If you’re in need of a health coach, and you’d like to check out Team Fit With Me – Get 10% off month 1 of all packages, plans, and add on services…