Interview with the Elin Ross, the Executive Director of Federated Charities. We talk about where Charity the Dog Statue is, get an overview of Federated Charities' mission, and have a quick chat about pickling! Site - https://www.federatedcharities.org/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/federatedcharitiesfrederick/  Get More Interesting People iTunes - https://goo.gl/7HS1u4 Google Play - https://goo.gl/Whff9U Spotify - https://goo.gl/dDqa9o Every Interview - http://www.wfre.com/interesting-people-podcast/ Federated Charities operates the only nonprofit center in Frederick and offers affordable, operational space to emerging and established organizations. Our organization was established in 1911 to help support a growing number of charitable organizations formed during that time period, and more than 100 years later, we continue to promote the ideas of collaboration, shared resources, and collective energy to provide necessary services for individuals and families in our community. Federated Charities is a 501(c)3 private foundation. We are proud members of the Maryland Association of Nonprofits, the Nonprofit Centers Network, the National Network of Fiscal Sponsors, the Association of Fundraising Professional, and the Frederick Chamber of Commerce. We have been awarded Guidestar’s Platinum Seal of Approval and pride ourselves on our dedication to nonprofit best practices and our advocacy on behalf of the important work that nonprofits play in all our lives. Charity Vids https://www.facebook.com/515199088647199/videos/539555696995332 https://www.facebook.com/515199088647199/videos/141836131153858 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Light the Night will be virtual this year. Get all the updates form Kristin Zimmerman.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are checking with the Boys and Girls Club's director of special events Kelly Jarvis on Day 6 of the virtual Tour de Frederick. We chat about how the Club is doing, the Tour de Frederick pivot, and reminisce about the traditional version of the ride.  Check out my page and join our team! https://www.tourdefrederick.com/patSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Braunger is the headliner for the 2020 The "Over the Limit" Comedy Fest. He is a comedian and actor that needs to 100% be on your radar. There is a good chance that you have already seen him before. Funny jokes, his marvel universe legacy, and BABY GOOSE! NOTE: We are talking about a joke from his latest album at the start of the interview. Get your tickets for the show now: https://weinbergcenter.org/shows/over-the-limit-comedy-fest-featuring-matt-braunger/ Check out Matt's Links:Website: https://www.mattbraunger.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Braunger Listen to his latest special "Please Hold Me" Follow my Podcast! iTunes - https://goo.gl/7HS1u4Google Play - https://goo.gl/Whff9USpotify - https://goo.gl/dDqa9o Every Interview - http://www.wfre.com/interesting-people-podcast/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Interview with Eduardo Sánchez about the creation of The Blair Witch Project, his directorial career, and hopes for Maryland film. Featuring Jeffery Keilholtz from Phenomenology, Inc. Event Link: https://weinbergcenter.org/shows/20th-anniversary-of-the-blair-witch-project/ iTunes - https://goo.gl/7HS1u4Google Play - https://goo.gl/Whff9USpotify - https://goo.gl/dDqa9o Every Interview - http://www.wfre.com/interesting-people-podcast/ 20th Anniversary of The Blair Witch Project Join members of the cast and crew for a red carpet screening of this horror classic. Fri October 18, 2019 | 8:00 PM Ed's Twitter bio is too cool not to quote "Filmmaker and Star Wars collector..."  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Lambert is the founder and owner of Dragon Distillery. Website: https://www.dragondistillery.com/ iTunes - https://goo.gl/7HS1u4Google Play - https://goo.gl/Whff9USpotify - https://goo.gl/dDqa9o Every Interview - http://www.wfre.com/interesting-people-podcast/ Dragon Distillery is a small, veteran-owned business strongly rooted in the local Frederick, Maryland community. In the mid-1700s our family settled on a 200 acre tract of land about 25 miles away from the current distillery location. We are continuing the tradition of supporting and enjoying Frederick through our craft distillery. We create hand-crafted, premium, artisan spirits using locally-sourced, natural ingredients. ​So why did we pick the name Dragon Distillery? We are huge fans of Dungeons & Dragons and all things geeky — role playing games, fencing and science-fiction/fantasy books and movies. We embrace our inner nerd. We delight in the slightly off-beat, and invite you to do the same. The founder is a Navy veteran, having served as an Arabic linguist and intelligence analyst while stationed overseas and in Maryland. He served on a number of surface and subsurface ships while stationed in Greece for five years, and participated in Operations Desert Storm/Desert Shield. He served as a senior intelligence analyst on his return to the United States.​We are a located directly across from the airport. We specialize in small batch artisan spirits, made from the finest locally-sourced ingredients in a sustainable and environmentally friendly manner. Some may call us quirky or eccentric, and we are happy to embrace this. We believe in individuality, creativity, and innovation. We strive to bring all of this to the creation of our unique, high-quality spirits.​We’d love to tell you more, give you a tour, and help you learn about our craft and vision.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Inga James is the President and Executive Director of Heartly House. We chatted about their newly revamped Rock A Mile Event, how Heartly House has changed during her tenure, and her background before coming to Frederick. Website: https://www.heartlyhouse.org/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heartlyhouse/ iTunes - https://goo.gl/7HS1u4Google Play - https://goo.gl/Whff9USpotify - https://goo.gl/dDqa9o Every Interview - http://www.wfre.com/interesting-people-podcast/ Heartly House is the only organization in Frederick County, Maryland, that provides comprehensive services to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse. We have been providing these services since 1979. Services include: a 24-hour hotline, emergency shelter, individual and group counseling, victim advocate services and legal representation, medical advocacy, abuse intervention groups, and community outreach and professional education. While all of our services are confidential, please be advised that we are mandated by law to report child abuse, as well as threats of suicide or homicide. For more information about Heartly House and our services, please call 301-418-6610. https://www.heartlyhouse.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fun chat with Southern Halo before they take the stage tomorrow at our 4th of July show at Baker Park! Find out more about the show: http://www.wfre.com/park2019/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Got a chance to have a quick chat with Aaron Watson about his new album Red Bandana! We chat about his song writing style, staying independent, and what songs you need to hear! https://www.aaronwatson.com/https://www.facebook.com/aaronwatsonmusic/ iTunes - https://goo.gl/7HS1u4Google Play - https://goo.gl/Whff9USpotify - https://goo.gl/dDqa9o Every Interview - http://www.wfre.com/interesting-people-podcast/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fun interview with Country Artist Dylan Jakobsen. We chat about his new album, his traveling stories, and what defines a Dylan Jakobsen song. Website: https://www.dylanjakobsen.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DylanJakobsenMusic/ Dylan Jakobsen isn’t your typical country artist. He didn’t grow up on a farm & he doesn’t drink alcohol. His love of country music stemmed from artists like Church, Stapleton & Petty whose lyrics helped him find his voice as a writer and shape his career. “I don’t want to be just another one of many. I’m here to prove that this is where I’m supposed to be.” Though you won’t see him onstage without his acoustic, Dylan has spent the last 2 decades learning all the instruments you hear throughout his music. His first album [From Where I Began] was a testament to that strong work ethic when the release garnered him his first Country Breakout Top 50 single [Silverado] as an independent artist. Since then, Dylan was named “One of 10 New Country Artists to Watch” by The Boot, has toured the US, Canada, United Kingdom and Australia, and been a support artist on dates with Eli Young Band, Cody Johnson, Aaron Watson, LOCASH, Chase Rice, Drake White & more. His newest release [I AM] walks you through a story 25 years in the making. From writing the songs, playing the instruments & producing the album, to building the home studio to record this in, this album is so much more than he could ever imagine. “You know I wanted this album to be special, to be more than just another release and be something I was proud of from beginning to end. And my only request is that you listen the album from beginning to end, at least 1 time before you judge it. Feel my story, hear my journey, meet the real me.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lori Swerda is a Frederick based author who discovered a little corner of American history that has taken on a life of its own. We talked about how Thomas Johnson was the catalyst for the book, the challenges of publishing in 2019, and the mystery before a murder! Website: https://loriswerda.com/|Novel: https://www.amazon.com/Star-Spangled-Scandal-Novel-Lori-Swerda-ebook/dp/B07P73K9P8 iTunes - https://goo.gl/7HS1u4Google Play - https://goo.gl/Whff9USpotify - https://goo.gl/dDqa9o Every Interview - http://www.wfre.com/interesting-people-podcast/ Based on the true story of an 1859 murder that occurred in front of the White House in Washington D.C. Philip Barton Key, son of Francis Scott Key, carried on a love affair with the young, beautiful wife of Congressman Dan Sickles. The affair is revealed in an inflammatory anonymous letter to Dan, the author of which remains a mystery to this day. Follow the trail back in time through history to when the country was young, Abraham Lincoln was still a nobody, and the Civil War had not yet begun. Through the eyes of the victim, the adulteress, and the family of Francis Scott Key, discover the events leading to the murder and the disastrous fallout after. Ask yourself the shocking question, could Abraham Lincoln be to blame for the death of Francis Scott Key’s son?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I got a chance to chat with Big Kenny from Big & Rich. We chat about the Matrix, horses, and holiday plans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Quick chat with Darci Lynne before she takes the stage at The Great Frederick Fair. Get tickets now. https://www.etix.com/ticket/online/performanceSale.do?method=restoreToken&performance_id=6528069&partner_id=944&method=restoreToken Ventriloquist, Darci Lynne is the youngest contestant to ever win “America’s Got Talent.” Following AGT she sold out her headlining show in six minutes, having to add more shows. She is a young ventriloquist who is inspiring the next generation to keep it alive. Darci is someone to watch for as her career is just getting started. But in her mind, positively affecting one person through her performances is all she desires. Growing up in Oklahoma, Darci has always been close to her family and relies on their support and encouragement. In her younger years, she had a timid demeanor that she was able to overcome through talent-based pageants. She was soon introduced to the art of ventriloquism and decided to try it out for herself. Darci had hard work, grit, and discipline already instilled in her, since she came from a gymnastics background where she practiced 30 hours a week. After only having her first puppet for two weeks, Darci was determined to audition for her first talent show never knowing it would lead her to audition for the biggest talent show on earth. Now being on stage makes her feel like she is an entirely new person. This is where she opens up and flourishes. Darci dazzles the audience, leaving them with smiles on their faces. Performing has helped Darci learn about herself and who she can be. She is so grateful to her mentor Gary Owen and her vocal coach Tiana Plemons for all they have done for her. During her “America’s Got Talent” audition she received the golden buzzer sending her straight to the Quarterfinals. Her winning final performance has over 21M views on AGT’s YouTube, more than any other finals performance on the show. Darci will be touring into next year and hopes to continue to uplift people as they watch her. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Headliner for In the Street 2018! We chat about Lucas' background in writing music for tv, finding the perfect kid for the Power of Garth video, and what he is doing the two days after In the Street!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick Hanes catches up with CJ Solar! They chat about CJ's amazing summer, what he does on the tour bus, and his favorite carnival food! Don't miss CJ at the Urbana Volunteer Fire Department Carnival on July 19th! http://www.wfre.com/amp-events/cj-solar-the-urbana-volunteer-fire-department-carnival/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan Sims stopped the WFRE studio to play a few songs off his new album My Side of the Story. We had a chance to chat about the heartbreak behind this album, his appearance on the first season of X-Factor, and his travels in Canada!  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RyanSimsBand/Website: http://www.ryansimsmusic.com/ Music Video: American Things - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FJsD8xNU1Do Music Video: Get Away - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DD9qJU_uMCc iTunes - https://goo.gl/7HS1u4Google Play - https://goo.gl/Whff9U Every Interview - http://www.wfre.com/interesting-people-podcast/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Myq Kaplan will be headlining the Over the Limit Comedy Fest at the Weinberg Center on June 8th! The show benefits the SOS Safe Ride Foundation and their mission to end drunk driving in Frederick! We talk about Myq's Boston roots, the ways he spreads positivity, and his many podcast connections! I am now also 3 for 3 with comedian interviews that mention breast milk. Go me. Get Tickets: https://weinbergcenter.org/shows/17205/ Website: http://myqkaplan.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myqkaplan/Broccoli and Ice Cream: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/broccoli-and-ice-cream/id1355069349?mt=2 Text "Funny" to the GAC service text line for your chance to win the "Travel Package Grand Prize" Two Seats to the show Two Backstage passes, good for an exclusive meet/greet and photo op with Myq Kaplan Free Oil Change and Car Wash from Lube Center One Night Stay at the Frederick Marriott Hotel One $100 Gift Card to Avery's Maryland Grille and Crab Shack If they decide to drink: One FREE ride back to their hotel room in their own vehicle with SOS Safe Ride iTunes - https://goo.gl/7HS1u4Google Play - https://goo.gl/Whff9U Every Interview - http://www.wfre.com/interesting-people-podcast/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave McElroy stopped the WFRE studio and played a short set on Facebook Live. This interview covers the style of his music videos, his musical influences, and how he still has time to goof off on the road. Watch him in the Free Country Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/999WFRE/videos/10155217996701700/ Music Video "Without You": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWNvd1L74FEMusic Video "Tangled Up": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U36EJq0H5PU DIG IN w/ DMac - Episode 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6xOoMkdpKtwSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Learn more about the stars of our next Random Act of Country!  99.9 WFRE & Mick’s Plumbing & Heating invite you to a Random Act of Country with Southern Halo with special guest Adam Rutledge at 7:00 PM on April 18th at Champion Billiards Sports Bar! This is a free show! Brought to you by Avis Car and Truck Rental & Canyon Contracting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a show within a show! Welcome to my first conversation with a teacher on the podcast. Ms. Lynch is a 1st-grade teacher that is also a multi-time finalist in the Free Country Sing-off! This conversation covers how she got into teaching, the kinds of technology she uses in the classroom, and her love of hockey. I ALSO MAKE A SPORTS JOKE THAT TOTALLY WORKS. We also touch on how social media can be difficult for teachers. You can check out her blog here - https://rockinoutin1stgrade.blogspot.com/ Do you know a teacher that would like to be featured? Email [email protected] iTunes - https://goo.gl/7HS1u4Google Play - https://goo.gl/Whff9U Every Interview - http://www.wfre.com/interesting-people-podcast/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Collin is part of the Boys & Girls Club of Frederick County: 1st Annual Comedy Night this weekend at the Wienberg Center! This interview was a ton of fun, all over the place, and included a baby. Enjoy! Buy Tickets - http://www.weinbergcenter.org/15490/boys-girls-club-comedy-night/ Check out his act - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yb0kryrs95E This show will benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Frederick County!  Listen on iTunes: https://goo.gl/7HS1u4Listen on Google Play: https://goo.gl/Whff9U Audio Links: https://omny.fm/shows/free-country-nightsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anita is part of the Boys & Girls Club of Frederick County: 1st Annual Comedy Night this weekend at the Wienberg Center! Learn about her style of comedy, a quick story about milk, and her 4H background. Watch William Tell Momisms - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YYukEAmoMCQ Buy Tickets - http://www.weinbergcenter.org/15490/boys-girls-club-comedy-night/ This show will benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Frederick County!  Listen on iTunes: https://goo.gl/7HS1u4Listen on Google Play: https://goo.gl/Whff9U Audio Links: https://omny.fm/shows/free-country-nightsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jessie Chris stopped by the Free Country Lounge to play us "One More" and talk about the early release of her new album!  She just released her 2nd Album "In It For You" - https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/in-it-for-you/1331750758 Watch her perform in the Free Country Lounge - https://www.facebook.com/999WFRE/videos/10155083856821700/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jessiechrismusic/Website: http://www.jessiechris.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the first episode of the Free Country Lounge! An interview series highlighting up and coming artist that stop by the WFRE Studio. Today we are featuring Risa Binder and her new song You Haul. Check out the music video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n_r6g0mMY5A We chatted about her background in theater, the joys of songwriting, and her excitement about becoming a new mother. Oh yeah. She also smashed a lava lamp. Website: http://www.risabinder.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RisaBinderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I had a chance to catch up with Shane Owens before he hits the stage at our next Random Act of Country at Frederick Champion Billiards Sports Bar on November 8th! We talked about his love of hunting, traditional country music, and the meaning of 19.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I got a chance to talk with Tracy Lawrence about Nashville, his new album, and his future. Don't miss him in Frederick! Join 99.9 WFRE and Tri-County Pumps for Free Country Rewind with Tracy Lawrence and special guest Shane Gamble at the Weinberg Center for the Arts on October 22nd at 7:00 PM. Special thanks to Magic Mountain Chimney Sweeps, South Side Tire and Auto, South Mountain Creamery, and GAC Services.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find out more about one of our In the Street 2017 stars! We talked about her Boston roots, her favorite instruments, and her anti-bullying work with Disney. You can see Jessie Chris on September 9th at 2 PM in Downtown Frederick!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Morgan Wallen will be taking the stage at The Patty Pollatos Fund Family Fundraiser FUNomenon on August 26th with Kellie Pickler & Collin Raye. There is a lot more to Morgan than his time on the voice. We talk travel, his baseball injury and his favorite parts about collaborating with other artists. There is some silly stuff too! We get the bottom of his mullet tweet and I get his reaction to my Rob Lowe quest. Check it out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.