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

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

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 bi

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

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 domest

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 testam

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 Whit

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&amp;performance_id=6528069&amp;partner_id=944&amp;method=restoreToken Ventriloquist, Darci Lynne is the youngest contestant to ever win &ldquo;America&rsquo;s Got Talent.&rdquo; 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.</p

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&nbsp;on the first season&nbsp;of X-Factor, and his travels in Canada!&nbsp; Facebook:&nbsp;https://www.facebook.com/RyanSimsBand/Website:&nbsp;http://www.ryansimsmusic.com/ Music Video: American Things&nbsp;-&nbsp;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FJsD8xNU1Do Music Video: Get Away -&nbsp;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DD9qJU_uMCc iTunes -&nbsp;https://goo.gl/7HS1u4

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

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

Learn more about the stars of our next Random Act of Country!&nbsp; 99.9 WFRE &amp;&nbsp;Mick&rsquo;s Plumbing &amp; Heating&nbsp;invite you to a Random Act of Country with Southern Halo with special guest&nbsp;Adam Rutledge at 7:00 PM on April 18th at&nbsp;Champion Billiards Sports Bar! This is a free show! Brought to you by&nbsp;Avis Car and Truck Rental&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;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 -&nbsp;https://rockinoutin1stgrade.blogspot.com/ Do you know a teacher that would like to be featured? Email [email protected] iTunes -&nbsp;https://goo.gl/7HS1u4Google Play -&nbsp;https://goo.gl/Whff9U Every Interview -&nbsp;http://www.wfre.com/interes

Collin is part of the&nbsp;Boys &amp; 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 -&nbsp;http://www.weinbergcenter.org/15490/boys-girls-club-comedy-night/ Check out his act -&nbsp;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yb0kryrs95E This show will benefit the Boys &amp; Girls Club of Frederick County!&nbsp; Listen on iTunes:&nbsp;https://goo.gl/7HS1u4Listen on Google Play:&nbsp;https://goo.gl/Whff9U Audio Links:&nbsp;<a href="https://omny.fm/shows/free-country-nigh

Anita is part of the&nbsp;Boys &amp; 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 -&nbsp;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YYukEAmoMCQ Buy Tickets -&nbsp;http://www.weinbergcenter.org/15490/boys-girls-club-comedy-night/ This show will benefit the Boys &amp; Girls Club of Frederick County!&nbsp; Listen on iTunes:&nbsp;https://goo.gl/7HS1u4Listen on Google Play:&nbsp;https://goo.gl/Whff9U Audio Links:&nbsp;<a href="https://omny.fm/shows/free-country-nights" targ

Jessie Chris stopped by the Free Country Lounge to play us "One More" and talk about the early release of her new album!&nbsp; She just released her 2nd Album "In It For You" -&nbsp;https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/in-it-for-you/1331750758 Watch her perform in the Free Country Lounge -&nbsp;https://www.facebook.com/999WFRE/videos/10155083856821700/ Facebook:&nbsp;https://www.facebook.com/jessiechrismusic/Website:&nbsp;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&nbsp;Champion Billiards Sports Bar on November 8th! We talked about his love of hunting, traditional&nbsp;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 &amp; 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.