Dragon Digital Radio: Recent Episodes
Dragon Digital Radio
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Three brave arts influencers join Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton for the latest edition of Razzle Dazzle Radio, a discussion of current topics in the world of visual and performing arts and artists. Kimono Freeman is an award winning playwright, founder of the Black LUV Festival and WDC Mayorf’s Art Award Finalist for Excellence in Service to the Arts. He will Have a reading of his latest novel , “Nineveh” at Busboys & Poets in Columbia Sunday, April 2. Mark Beachy grew up on theater in Howard County. His dedication to the arts and his undying hope that the arts remains a vibrant force deserves our support for this awesome arts advocate. The show wraps up with Ian Kennedy who keeps us informed on the arts in Columbia. As founding director of the Downtown Culture Center, he points out a superb show in the works, Howard County’s high school musicians will join the rock band Guster at Merriweather Post Pavilion Sunday, May 21.
HCC #Thearts #theatre #BlackLUVfestival #Busboysandpoets
According to a study conducted in 2021 by Barnes and Noble College Insights, 85% of 1,000 individuals surveyed expressed uncertainty when asked about paying for college in the fall.
At HCC we recognize that many of our students need financial support to achieve their career goals, and that’s why we created the HCC Educational Foundation Scholarship fund, tune in and learn all about this opportunity with Cris Oviedo and her guest, Howard Community Colleges’ Assistant Director of Financial Aid, Raenel Bivens.
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communitypodcast #fblive #howardcommpodcast #hocopodcast #scholarshipopportunities #scholarships #scholarshipfund
Everyone is invited to join Howard County's largest celebration of Earth Day, Greenfest! coming to Howard Community College April 15th. Get all the scoop on this exciting day from Howard County Government's Chief of Recycling Division, Alan Wilcom, and our very own Green Dragon, Bob, from some repeating favorites like the Repair Cafe, document shredding, wildlife room, to partners, additions, and initiatives that will empower you to be a good steward to the environment.
HCC #Greenfest #Recycling #Environment #gogreen #climate #Earthday
The 19th-century English writer Emily Bronte and her family are the Gothic dramatic elements in "Emily," in which Emma Mackey gives an admirable performance as the author of "Wuthering Heights." Although HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano express various reservations in a podcast episode, they both really enjoyed this fictionalized treatment of a fiction writer's life. Radically switching gears, Marie and Mike also discuss "Knock at the Cabin," the latest what-if thriller by director M. Night Shyamalan. The premise asks the tough question: What if the world will end unless a single family agrees to sacrifice one of its members? Don't question that questionable premise, just go along with it and the movie is more or less engaging. #HCC #Howardcounty #Film #Filmreview #Emily #Knockatthecabin
Find out how HCC is inspiring equity, embracing diversity, and leading inclusively as we celebrate diversity week on campus. Join Cris Oviedo and her guest, the Co-Chair of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, Sandra Lee, as they take a deeper look at HCC’s mission to welcome, honor, and include everyone. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, follow, comment, and share! #communitypodcast #fblive #howardcommpodcast #hocopodcast #diversity #diversityweek
The Marvel universe plunges yet again into a multiverse with "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania," in which Paul Rudd's Ant-Man character and his family members again find themselves immersed in the Quantum realm. HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss this third "Ant-Man" film in a podcast episode in which Marie enjoyed being surrounded by all of the special effects and Mike instead felt trapped by them. Marie and Mike agree that the script's treatment of its characters was not always satisfying, namely, what is Bill Murray doing in the Quantum realm? Marie and Mike also discuss "Cocaine Bear," which is, yes, loosely based on an actual 1985 incident in which a bear ingested a smuggler's cocaine dumped in a forest. Although Marie and Mike did laugh a lot at the silliness here, the movie's extreme violence did bother them at times.
HCC #Movies #Film #filmreview #moviereview #cocainebear #antmanandthewaspquantumania
Cris Oviedo talks with Rebecca Morrow, Assistant Director of Admissions Outreach at HCC, and Megan Gittermann, Resource Teacher at the office of Dual Enrollment at HCPSS, about the JumpStart Program. JumpStart is a partnership between HCC and Howard County Public Schools (HCPSS), designed for HCPSS students who would like to dually enroll in college courses at HCC. High school students can explore careers and interests, gain exposure to college coursework, and increase college success.
HCC #Howardcounty #jumpstart #HCPSS
The Silas Craft Collegians program, provides a linked course learning opportunity to HCC students. The program was named after Dr. Silas E. Craft, Sr., a Howard County educator who deeply believed in access and opportunity for all, and continuing his legacy, the program focuses on student success and community. Learn all about this unique opportunity, and the ways in which you can support it, including the upcoming Hunan Manor Collegians Dinner fundraiser on March 6th. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, follow, comment, and share! #communitypodcast #fblive #howardcommpodcast #hocopodcast #fundraiser #silascraft #eatgooddogood #education
HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano are agreeably at odds in this podcast episode as they discuss "80 for Brady" and "Magic Mike's Last Dance." Although they agree that it's great to watch Lily Tomlin, Jane Fonda, Rita Moreno and Sally Field together on screen as elderly fans of football quarterback Tom Brady, Mike was less taken by some of the corny humor. They also agree that Tom Brady is very good at playing himself in a movie that he produced. Marie and Mike also disagree about "Magic Mike's Last Dance," the third film in a series featuring Channing Tatum as a stripper. In this final installment, he is hired by Salma Hayak Pinault to restage a London theater production. Mike (not to be confused with Magic Mike) was bothered by what he deemed a weak script, but Marie loved, well, you can imagine what she loved about Channing Tatum's stage production.
HCC #Movies #Filmreview #Moviereview #MagicMike #80forBrady
In this episode, Kofi, Sylvia, and Laura discuss audiobooks! They share their listening habits, preference, recommendations, and thoughts about book-listening. And the big question: Is listening to audiobooks READING?!?!
HCC #Reading #Audiobooks #bookclub #howardcounty
In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss two new films that are remakes of classic films. Polish director Jerzy Skolimowski's "Eo" is a remake of French director Robert Bresson's 1966 film "Au Hasard Balthazar." It's an episodic story about a donkey and its mistreatment at the hands of a succession of human owners. Marie and Mike found it to be very moving and deserving of its Academy Award nomination for best international film. Speaking of Academy Award nominations, "Living" has received nominations for Bill Nighy as Best Actor and Kazuo Ishiguru for best adapted screenplay. It's a remake of Japanese director Akira Kurosawa's 1952 film "Ikiru," which concerns a dying bureaucrat who wants to ensure that a playground is built. Marie and Mike also like this remake a lot.
HCC #Movies #Film #Filmreview #Moviereview #Living #Eo
Pull out your green ribbons and strap on your dancing shoes as we celebrate Columbia’s own Teelin Irish Dance Company. With its theme of “Dancing into Spring,” this edition of “Razzle Dazzle Radio” highlights HCC’s upcoming Spring Dance Concert March 30-April 1 and Irish culture, music and dance programs. Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton interview Elizabeth Higgins, a teacher, director, and choreographer at the college, and Ben Koolbeck, lead dancer with the Teelin Company. Look for these talented performers when they march/dance in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Baltimore March 12.
HCC #Howardcounty #Dance #Irishdance #St.Patricksday
Columbia Association (CA) Medical Director Dr. Harry Oken, M.D. discusses some of the most important and relevant health-related topics, connecting you with local resources that can help improve the overall wellness of you as an individual and us as a community. In this latest installment, Dr. Oken talks with local endocrinologist Dr.Mark Corriere about the the risks associated with Diabetes and what you can do to address this issue.
HCC #Howardcounty #Health #Diabetes #Prediabetes #Overfat #intermittentfasting
Single-word film titles receive many words of commentary in this podcast episode with HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano. "Plane" involves, you guessed it, an airplane. When the plane makes an emergency landing on a desolate island, Gerard Butler as its pilot and his passengers must fight the island's hostile inhabitants. Essentially an action-packed "B" movie, "Plane" is not great cinema but it is fun to watch. Marie and Mike also discuss "Missing," in which a young woman (Storm Reid) uses her computer skills in order to try to find her mother (Nia Long), who has been kidnapped in Columbia. This techno thriller effectively explores how much sleuthing can be done sitting in front of a screen.
HCC #Movies #Film #Moviereview #Filmreview #Plane #Missing #Howardcounty
This month of February we are celebrating Black History Month, and our guests, Chef of the Year finalists, Althea Hanson and her husband Omar, owners of Althea's Almost Famous, have graciously joined us to talk about Caribbean food, its origins, its flavors, its aromas, their personal story, the food truck industry, and a legacy of love and jerk.
HCC #Howardcounty #BlackHistoryMonth #AltheasAlmostFamous #Foodtrucks
Join Bob Marietta and his guests, John Brandt and Warren Wortman from Bike HoCo, and learn more about how this organization is making Howard County more accessible and bikable for all.
Howardcounty #HCC #goinggreen #Bikehoco #Bicycle #Bikepath
In this episode, Howard County Health Officer, Dr. Maura J. Rossman discusses the Health Department’s recent grant initiative which aims to address health disparities and the impact of chronic diseases, like heart disease, kidney disease and diabetes, in specific communities in the County. She will talk to one of the certified Community Health Workers, who will provide information and resources to aid in chronic disease prevention and management to decrease hospital utilization rates in those communities.
HCC #Howardcounty #Healthdepartment #Healthworkers #Health
Kofi, Sylvia, and Laura discuss The Magician, a historical memoir about a Nobel Prize-winning German author Thomas Mann, written by Colm Tóibín. On Saturday, February 18th, Colm Tóibín will be joined by Maureen Dowd at the 45th Irish Evening, hosted by Howard Country Poetry and Literature Society. More information and get your tickets here: https://hocopolitso.org/2023/01/11/colm-toibin-and-maureen-dowd-headline-hocopolitsos-45th-annual-irish-evening/
reading #books #HCC #Bookclub #Howardcounty #TheMagician #MaureenDowd
The Empress Elizabeth of Austria remains better known to Europeans than to most Americans, and so "Corsage" is a welcome biographical treatment of a woman whose great beauty and wealth made her a royal celebrity in the late 19th century. Her life was as tightly constricted as the corsets she wore, however, as HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano observe in this podcast episode. Vicky Krieps is very well cast as the Empress, although the film itself prompts quibbles in terms of being historically accurate in some respects but not in others. Marie and Mike also discuss "Saint Omer," a very interesting courtroom drama in which writer-director Alice Diop presents a fictionalized depiction of the real-life 2016 trial of a woman from Senegal who now lives in France and has been charged with killing her own infant daughter. In readily acknowledging her guilt, the woman adds that "I hope this trial will give me the answer."
HCC #Howardcounty #movies #film #moviereview #filmreview #SaintOmer #Corsage
Razzle Dazzle Radio with co-hosts Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton is proud to be offering up-to-date information on outstanding programming in Howard County. This edition celebrates community activists and their important events.. “More than Hope” is a multicultural performance, a benefit to aid refugees and those in need, Sunday, Feb. 19 at the Owen Brown Interfaith Center. Elvira MCullough reminds us of special programs at Busboys and Poets, especially the Latino nights, featuring Steve Jackson, an activist and entertainer. This edition also notes the 45th annual Irish Evening of Music and Poetry, "A Conversation with author Colm Toibin and New York Times journalist, Maureen Dowd" Saturday, Feb. 18 at HCC’s Smith Theater.
HCC #howardcounty #columbia
Movies about movies have an inherent appeal, and so the audience is predisposed to like "Empire of Light." In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss this sentimental drama set in an English movie theater in the early 1980s. The main character, expertly played by Olivia Colman, is a theater manager with a history of mental illness. Writer-director Sam Mendes thematically deals with that mental health issue, as well as other issues including racism and sexism. Although Mike thinks that the thematic treatment of those issues tends to be heavy-handed, he and Marie agree that the film's production design and cinematography make it a movie worth watching. Marie and Mike also talk about "A Man Called Otto," which Mike likes and Marie loves. It's about a suicidal widower, played very convincingly by Tom Hanks, whose neighbors persist in their attempts to make him appreciate life. This movie has genuine crowd-pleasing appeal.
movies #film #HCC #filmreview #moviereview #amancalledotto #empireoflight
In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss "The Whale," in which Brendan Fraser is receiving considerable media attention for his subtle performance as an obese and depressed man confined to his apartment. They agree that this screen adaptation of Samuel D. Hunter's 2012 play is right to keep its claustrophobia intact and not cinematically open it up, and so they caution prospective viewers to be prepared for the presentation of serious dramatic issues within a confined space. Marie and Mike also discuss the musical biopic about Whitney Houston, "I Wanna Dance with Somebody," which they both really enjoy. British actress Naomi Ackie does not physically resemble the late American singer and, moreover, has her voice dubbed with Whitney Houston's for the actual singing, but she gives a totally convincing performance as the troubled star. And there is a first-rate supporting performance by Stanley Tucci as record company executive Clive Davis.
Movies #Film #filmreview #moviereview #Thewhale #Iwannadancewithsomebody #HCC #Howardcounty
The start of a new year usually fills us with energy to improve things we wish to be better at, and this 2023 Bob wants us all to be more environmentally conscious and take steps towards a healthier more sustainable life. Join him and his first guest of the year, Howard County Government Energy Manager, Leah Miller, to find out the efforts Howard County is doing to be more energy efficient, and things you can easily implement at home and at work.Don’t forget to like, subscribe, follow, comment, and share! #communitypodcast #fblive #howardcommpodcast #hocopodcast #greendragon #energyefficient #saveenergy #sustainability #greenpodcast #hocopodcast #howardcounty #hocogreen
Prepare to spend a lot of time underwater while watching "Avatar: The Way of Water." In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano immerse themselves in James Cameron's long-awaited sequel. They agree that this 192-minute movie is much too long, but the 3-D is terrific and there are more than enough interesting plot strands to supply additional sequels. Marie and Mike also spent much of their lives watching the 188-minute "Babylon," in which director Damien Chazelle ("La La Land") and actors including Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie indulge in the excesses of Hollywood movie stars in the 1920s. Marie likes this movie and Mike hates it, and so they have a really good time explaining why.
Avatarthewayofwater # Babylon #movies #films #moviereviews #filmreview #HCC #howardcounty
A passionate professional and certified executive pastry chef, Maria Bell, has done most all things in our industry. Join Tim Banks and find out how Maria has gone from front of the house, to back of the house, to Paris, to wine expert, to professor, and more.
HCC #culinaryarts #howardcounty #pastry
Jessie L. Brown, who became the US Navy's first Black aviator in 1948, is the subject of "Devotion." This biographical film has a worthy subject and Jonathan Majors gives a persuasive performance as Brown, but HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano observe in this podcast episode that the film itself tends to have an awkwardly slow pace until it gets to scenes of aerial combat during the Korean War. Marie and Mike also discuss another true-life military story in "The Inspection," in which Jeremy Pope plays a young gay Black man who joins the Marine Corps in 2005. The film details the homophobic brutality to which he is subjected. Marie and Mike agree that it is a frustrating film, because so much screen time is given over to boot camp routine that the main character's background is given in a sketchy way.
Film #Movies #Filmreview #Moviereview #HCC # Devotion #TheInspection
Director Steven Spielberg's most overtly autobiographical film, "The Fabelmans" is a nostalgic look back at the childhood and teen years of the nascent filmmaker. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano admire the attention to detail within a beautifully designed film, while also noting that there is an overly leisurely pace in the first half of the film. The directorial surrogate, Sammy Fabelman, is played by Mateo Zoryon Francis-Deford as a child and Gabriel LaBelle as a teen; Sammy's parents are played by Michelle Williams and Paul Dano. The parents' difficult marriage gives the film's second half some much-needed dramatic tension. Marie and Mike also discuss "Spoiler Alert," in which Jim Parsons and Ben Aldridge play a gay couple whose relationship is challenged by a cancer diagnosis. Although this film is emotionally effective, it never entirely overcomes a sitcom sensibility directly tied into the Parsons character's job as a TV journalist.
Movies # Film #moviereview # TheFablemans #Spoileralert #HCC #howardcounty
Columbia Association (CA) Medical Director Dr. Harry Oken, M.D. discusses some of the most important and relevant health-related topics, connecting you with local resources that can help improve the overall wellness of you as an individual and us as a community. In this latest installment Dr. Oken talks with nationally-recognized pediatrician Dr. Lauren Crosby about the importance of vaccination and masking with children.
In this episode, Kofi, Sylvia, and Laura share their favorites episodes from 2022, discuss "how to gift books," and look ahead to 2023
Reading #Bookclub #literature #HCC #Howardcounty
This month's episode of Green Dragon focuses on UpCycled, an organization that takes recycling to a new level by creating benches and other tangible objects you can find around our county at different locations, including HCC. Join Bob, and HCC alumni, Freddie Striano, as they talk about the beginnings, of the organization, its current projects, and what to look forward in the future. #upcycled #recycle #greenpodcast #greenhoco
As a much-anticipated sequel, "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" is emotionally satisfying in dealing with the death of the king portrayed by the late Chadwick Boseman. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano observe that the dramatic gravity of the king's passing thematically anchors a film that essentially introduces a new generation of leadership in the kingdom. Marie and Mike also discuss writer-director Martin McDonogh's "The Banshees of Inisherin," in which Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson portray two friends on an Irish island whose friendship is falling apart. Although Mike had reservations about how the story develops, he agrees with Marie that it is a well-acted and beautifully shot dark comedy.
How does one start their education in the culinary arts? Join our host Tim Banks and HCC student, Kayla Campbell, as they discuss Kayla's journey to culinary studies.
HCC #howardcounty #culinaryarts #teaching #business
Everyone is invited to be part of Howard Community College’s history by attending the last game at the, soon to be demolished, Athletics and Fitness Center. Come on out to HCC on Saturday December 10th and support our Dragons as they face Beaver County for one last time at their current home, starting with our lady dragons at noon, followed by entertainment and the men dragons’ game at 2pm, and you can get tickets at howardcc.edu/lastgame.
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communitypodcast #fblive #howardcommpodcast #hocopodcast #lastgame #basketball #hccdragons
A timely release in light of the Dobbs decision that overturned Roe v. Wade, "Call Jane" is an abortion-themed drama starring Elizabeth Banks and Sigourney Weaver. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss the history of the Jane Collective, which provided abortion services for women in the years before the Supreme Court's Roe v. Wade decision in 1973. Marie and Mike also talk about "Triangle of Sadness," the latest film from director Ruben Ostlund ("Force Majeure" and "The Square"). The story concerns what happens to a pleasure boat cruise populated by spoiled rotten rich people and the servants who cater to their every whim. Although Marie liked this film more than Mike did, they really enjoyed disagreeing about it.
Movies #Film #moviereviews #Triangleofsadness #Calljane
What's the 211 podcast is joined by Springboard Community Services to discuss mental health services and 211 Care Coordination for emergency room outpatient support.
Mentalhealth #MD211 #HCC #Howardcounty
"Till" is the powerful account of the racist murder of 14-year-old Emmett Till in Mississippi in 1955 and how his mother Mamie insisted that the world see what had been done to her son. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss a crucial episode in the civil rights movement, and how this feature film brings that history alive. Marie and Mike also talk about "Tar," in which Cate Blanchett gives an impressive performance as a conductor whose professional accomplishments are more than matched by shortcomings in her personal life. Although Marie and Mike have reservations about this film, it does offer behind-the-scenes insights into the world of classical music.
HCC #Film #Movies #filmreviews #moviereviews #Till #Tar
Join Bob and HCC's environmental science student, Leah Apara, and learn about where her passion for the environment stems from, what the student environmental club at HCC is all about, some of her favorite green topics, and her aspirations as we continue to build a more sustainable world.
HCC #Howardcounty #goinggreen #sustainability #greeninitiatives
HCC English professors Kofi Adisa, Sylvia Lee and Laura Yoo discuss the short story, "The First Day", by novelist and short story writer Edward P. Jones.
HCC #Reading #Literature #TheFirstDay #Books
Dwayne Johnson is a formidable presence in the superhero movie "Black Adam," which HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss in this podcast episode. Johnson plays a figure from the ancient world brought to life again in the modern world, where his superpowers prompt a lot of computer-generated special effects. Marie enjoys this film more than Mike does, but both agree that it predictably satisfies the expectations for a superhero story. Marie and Mike also discuss "Ticket to Paradise," a silly comedy whose major selling points are George Clooney, Julia Roberts and tropical beaches. It's pleasant to watch and that's more than you can say for many movies.
What does it take to cater an event? Join our host Tim Banks, and HCC alum and owner of Putting on the Ritz, Bobby Mitchell, as they discuss the trajectory of a family business that has grown from picnics, and barbeques, and survived a pandemic, all while Putting on the Ritz. #HCC #howardcounty #culinaryarts #teaching #business
Angela Lansbury had a long career that is notable for how successfully she worked in theater, movies and television. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss the late actress. After escaping the blitz in her native England in 1940, she and her mother went to Hollywood, where Lansbury had memorable supporting roles in "Gaslight" (1944) and "The Picture of Dorian Gray" (1945). Although she never became a major movie star, she had great supporting roles epitomized by the monstrous mother she played in "The Manchurian Candidate" (1962). She was a major star on Broadway, though, where she appeared in musicals including "Mame" (1966) and "Sweeney Todd" (1979). And in television, she had a large and loyal audience for "Murder, She Wrote" (1984- 1996).
AngelaLansbury #film #HCC #filmdiscussion #howardcounty #discussingfilm #movies
Columbia Association (CA) Medical Director Dr. Harry Oken, M.D. discusses some of the most important and relevant health-related topics, connecting you with local resources that can help improve the overall wellness of you as an individual and us as a community. In this latest installment, Dr. Oken talks with the director of the Vaccine Education Center, Dr. Paul Offit, about preventing viral illnesses with vaccinations.
Vaccines # Fluseason #covidvaccines #health #wellness #howardcounty #columbiamaryland
This episode will discuss the expansion of reproductive and sexual health services provided by the Health Department at the HCC Wellness Center. As a result of a $1 million funding commitment from the County Executive and Howard County Government, the Health Department will be able to expand the reproductive and sexual health program and provide improved access to these services on campus.
HCC #reproductivehealth #sexualhealth #howardcounty
Sigourney Weaver gives an award-worthy performance as an alcoholic real estate agent in "The Good House," which HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss in this podcast episode. Although Weaver and frequent co-star Kevin Kline as a former boyfriend work together extremely well here, some of the other characters and plot elements are not quite as satisfying. Marie and Mike also talk about "Bros," a gay romcom starring Billy Eichner and Luke Macfarlane. The subject matter is bold in terms of mainstream Hollywood releases, but Marie and Mike agree that one reason the film is somewhat disappointing is that it ultimately adheres to predictable romcom conventions.
It's the 100th performance of Agatha Christie's "The Mousetrap" in a London theater in the 1950s when a real backstage killing makes everybody in the cast a suspect. That's the premise behind the genre parody "See How They Run." In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano have fun talking about a murder mystery that is very much in the spirit of Christie. Leading that investigation are police detectives enjoyably played by Sam Rockwell and Saoirse Ronan. Marie and Mike also discuss "Don't Worry Darling," a dystopian tale in which director Olivia Wilde presents us with a too-perfect small town in the 1950s. The cast includes Florence Pugh, Harry Styles, Wilde and Chris Pine. Although Marie and Mike had a mixed response to this film, the production design and Pugh's performance make it worth watching. #films #HCC #SeeHowTheyRun #Dontworrydarling
In this episode of Bookish: A Casual Book Club, Kofi, Sylvia, and Laura discuss the value of children's books as well as some of their personal favorites. #HCC #readingcommunity #bookclub #childrensbooks
In this month's installment of Green Dragon, Bob sits down with Howard County Government's Sustainability Project Manager Julie Costantino to talk about the importance of pollinators and bee cities. #HCC #HowardCounty #beecity #greenliving
Columbia Association (CA) Medical Director Dr. Harry Oken, M.D. discusses some of the most important and relevant health-related topics, connecting you with local resources that can help improve the overall wellness of you as an individual and us as a community. In this latest installment, Dr. Oken talks with Dr. Michael Roizen, author of "The Great Age Reboot", about all the ways you can implement healthy lifestyle changes to slow your aging.
michaelroizen #HowardCounty #columbiamd #health #columbiasc
David Bowie was such a distinctive musician that it's not surprising that a documentary about the late rock star, "Moonage Daydream," is so quirky. HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano talk about him during this podcast episode. Although they have some reservations about things not included in this documentary, they love the music and the musical personality that is zestfully on display here. Marie and Mike also discuss "The Woman King," in which Viola Davis gives an impressive performance as a female warrior in a West African kingdom in the early 19th century. Although Marie and Mike thought the script could be stronger in places, there is much to admire in this battle-filled drama.
Join me, Tim Banks, as I talk with culinary student Ariana Gonzales about her journey to HCC.
HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano devote this podcast episode to French director Jean-Luc Godard, whose recent death was such a great loss. Godard's first feature film, "Breathless" (1960), qualifies as a landmark in film history. Along with such contemporaries as Francois Truffaut, Claude Chabrol, Eric Rohmer and Jacques Rivette, Godard was part of a movement known as the French New Wave. It was as if a breath of fresh air was brought to filmmaking in terms of subject matter and style. Godard remained a prolific and provocative film director until well into the 21st century.
There is plenty of satire in "Honk for Jesus: Save Your Soul," featuring Sterling K. Brown as the scandal-marred pastor of a megachurch and Regina Hall as the pastor's wife. HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano talk about a film that tends to work minor variations on the situation without going deeper into character or plot. In terms of the basic subject matter, it's not as effective as an earlier film, "The Eyes of Tammy Faye." Marie and Mike also talk about film and television depictions of Queen Elizabeth II, among them "The King's Speech," "The Queen" and "The Crown." Marie and Mike single out Helen Mirren's Academy Award-winning performance in "The Queen" as an especially powerful depiction of the late monarch.
Movies #Film #HCC #Honk for Jesus: Save Your Soul #Queen Elizabeth II
Inspiration was the theme of the latest edition of “razzle dazzle radio” with three guests who share their thoughts on the soul of dance, the heart of theatre, and joy of performing. Roman Mykyta is Ukrainian/American, a trained folk dancer who turned to Misako for ballet inspiration. He joins her company for national Japan day, at the meeting house in Columbia Sunday, oct. 2. rep stage director Joseph Reisch takes a frothy turn with an evening of drag queens and burlesque Thursday, Oct. 6. currently his creation of “songs for a new world runs through Oct. 2. Elizabeth proudly showcases her HCC dancers with guest artists and local pros at the smith theater Nov. 18-19. be inspired as you listen to these talented artists should speak from their hearts
2022 is an election year in Maryland. This coming month of November all eligible Marylanders will have the opportunity to cast their vote and elect the new governor of our state and other elected officials in their local jurisdictions, and to talk about the importance of voting, how to register, the different ways in which you can vote this year, and how to be an active participant even if you are not eligible to vote, join Cris Oviedo and her guests, the Vice President for Program League of Women Voters of Howard County, Laura Mettle, and one of our Dragons, and intern at the office of student life, Joy Rice. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, follow, comment, and share!
communitypodcast #fblive #howardcommpodcast #hocopodcast #vote
What’s the 211 podcast was joined by Amanda Stefano from the Maryland Department of Aging to talk about services and resources available for elder residents in Maryland.
The very nature of narrative is at the heart of "Three Thousand Years of Longing," in which Tilda Swinton plays an academic who buys a bottle that turns out to contain Idris Elba as a genie. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano share why they are mildly disappointed about the storytelling in this film. Although they agree that the two actors work extremely well together and also agree that there are nifty special effects, the stories told by the genie have a wandering quality that takes up screen time that would be better spent exploring the relationship between the academic and the genie. Marie and Mike also discuss "Breaking," in which John Boyega plays a disgruntled veteran who tries to call attention to his case by taking hostages inside a bank. Although the film gets bogged down in police procedural matters and does not go into much detail about the troubled protagonist, there are serious issues to consider here. The film also marks the final screen appearance by the late Michael K. Williams
In this episode of Bookish: A Casual Book Club, Kofi, Sylvia, and Laura talk about Everywhere You Don't Belong by Gabriel Bump.
In the first episode of Green Dragon, Bob sits down with Transportation Demand Management Specialist Allison Calkins to talk about Walktober in Howard County.
walktober #HCC #howardcounty #greendragon
In this latest installment of Finding Your Wellness, Dr. Oken talks with Dr. Louis Malinow about the science behind fasting.
We are gearing up for the 5K Challenge Race at HCC, and to talk about the best ways to get ready for it, our host Tim Banks is joined by Columbia Association's coach and nutritionist, Bonnie Pace. Learn what to eat, what not to eat, and other things to consider as you get ready to run.
What’s the 211 was joined by Trina Townsend, Kinship Navigation Program Administrator, Maryland Department of Human Services to discuss Kinship Caregiver Services available for Marylanders.
Aubrey Plaza became known for a comic role in the TV series "Parks and Recreation," but she is impressive as a dramatic lead in "Emily the Criminal." In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano talk about a film in which one gets to see why the title character turns to a life of crime. Although the film has a downbeat quality and arguably does not push as far as it might into character and story development, the impressive lead performance and the quasi-documentary setting hold your interest. Marie and Mike also discuss several other films they have seen recently.
"Bullet Train" is true to its title in that it is a violent comedy about hired assassins going after each other on a train trip from Tokyo to Kyoto. HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss the film in a podcast episode in which they agree that Brad Pitt gives an amusing lead performance, but otherwise tend to disagree about the film. Marie enjoys this wildly over the top train ride, while Mike is bothered by so many violent scenes played for laughs. Marie and Mike also talk about "The Forgiven," in which Ralph Fiennes and Jessica Chastain play an unhappily married couple whose vacation trip to Morocco has a jolting incident when their car kills a young man. Marie and Mike agree that these two characters and many of the other wealthy characters are unsympathetic. Also, some of the plot twists seem unlikely. They do acknowledge that Ralph Fiennes gives a strong performance in a film that also has striking cinematography.
In the latest episode of Razzle Dazzle we talk with Brynn Williams, the director of the Columbia Center for Theatrical Arts 50th birthday celebration.
Join me, Tim Banks, as I talk with Andy Shallal the founder and CEO of Busboys and Poets, a new restaurant in downtown Columbia.
B.J. Novak, who is best known for the TV series "The Office," is the writer, director. and star of "Vengeance." In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano share their enjoyment of a comedy in which the New York writer portrayed by Novak goes to Texas to do a podcast about an acquaintance of the writer who may have died under mysterious circumstances. Although Marie and Mike had various reservations about "Vengeance," starting with its title, they admire how the script tackles what might be termed blue state/red state relations. Marie and Mike also discuss the animated movie "DC League of Super-Pets," in which a full roster of superhero characters is complemented by as many super-pets. Their mixed assessment includes Marie liking the abundance of vocal talent including Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, Kate McKinnon, John Krasinski and Olivia Wilde; and Mike not particularly liking the hectic mash-up of so many characters.
In this episode of Bookish: A Casual Book Club, Kofi, Sylvia, and Laura discuss the ways life can interfere with your summer reading goals.
Jordan Peele's "Get Out" and "Us" established him as a director to watch, and you definitely should watch his new film, "Nope." In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano share their enthusiasm for this mashup of the science fiction and western genres. Keke Palmer and Daniel Kaluuya star as siblings whose California ranch supplies horses for TV and movie productions. Imagine their shock when a UFO hovers over their ranch! Also, the ranchers' occupational tie to the movie industry provides Peele with wonderful opportunities to comment on our media-saturated society. Marie and Mike especially like how this movie balances its comic and scary moments. In short, our critics say yes to "Nope." As for the second movie discussed in this episode, Marie and Mike say nope to "Thor: Love and Thunder." Although Chris Hemsworth is reliably enjoyable as the title character, the movie is such a goofy self-parody that it quickly wears thin.
HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano devote this podcast episode to two otherwise very different movies in which female protagonists assert themselves. In "Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris," Lesley Manville plays a British cleaning lady who decides to go to Paris and buy an expensive Dior gown. Although Marie likes this film more than Mike, he agrees that it's pleasant and agreeably conveys what the world of high fashion was like in the late 1950s. The second film, "Where the Crawdads Sing," is based on a best-selling novel by Delia Owens about a young woman (played by Daisy Edgar-Jones) who grows up alone in a North Carolina marsh. Marie and Mike like it, but point out that its serious thematic concerns are given relatively gentle treatment.
In this week's episode Dr. Oken talks with Dr. Jyothi Rao about the associated problems with obesity and the brain signaling phenomenon that keeps people from finding a tempo and pace that allows them to make healthy changes.
Ava DuVernay is a Black director who has made both documentaries and feature films. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano survey her career, with much of the discussion centered around DuVernay's best-known film, "Selma" (2014), which concerns one of the most important chapters in the civil rights movement. Through her films and also through her membership in the governing board of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Ava DuVernay has been a champion for making the American film industry more inclusive in terms of subject matter and employment. Incidentally, "Selma" will be discussed again by Marie and Mike on Oct. 14 as part of this fall's "Women Behind the Camera" film series at HCC.
Meet local stars, Tommy Malek and Kyle Dalsimer and find out about their colorful pasts, their exciting present leading to their dream shows of the future. Tommy began his career in theatre as a childhood star and now directs- His latest creation-"Rent". Kyle started his young career as a football player and was bond for career in sports management. He had a concussion and listen in to find out he landed a role at Toby's as "SpongeBob Squarepants". Hear their stories proving "There's no business like Show Business"
In this episode, Kofi, Laura, and Sylvia delve into the seedy, violent, wild, and sometimes ridiculous world of fictional private eye CW Sugrue in James Crumley’s The Last Good Kiss. Crumley, referred to as the literary offspring of Raymond Chandler and Hunter Thompson, is famous for his sharp writing. Join the Bookish crew to see how this novel, written in the 70s, holds up today.
When James Caan recently died, his role as Sonny Corleone in "The Godfather" (1972) was cited as the actor's most famous performance. HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano agree that it was the kind of mobster role at which this tough guy actor excelled. So they devote much of this podcast episode to talking about "The Godfather," but they also discuss Caan's memorable roles in "Brian's Song" (1970), "Thief" (1981), "Misery" (1990), "Honeymoon in Vegas" (1992) and "Elf" (2003).
Director David Cronenberg is no stranger to disturbing material, with a resume that includes "Videodrome" and "The Fly." Even for Cronenberg, his new movie, "Crimes of the Future," is extreme. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano share their harshly negative response to a story in which two performance artists (Viggo Mortensen and Lea Seydoux) have a nightclub routine in which bodily surgeries are performed for the voyeuristic enjoyment of the crowd. This dimly lit and monotonously paced story is so numbing that Marie and Mike strongly recommend you skip it. They also discuss "Cha Cha Real Smooth," whose director, Cooper Raiff, also stars as a young man employed as what could be described as a bar mitzvah motivational dancer. He becomes friends with a single mother and her teen daughter. Although Marie loved this movie and Mike was more lukewarm about it, they agree that it has endearing characters and relationships.
Columbia Association (CA) Medical Director Dr. Harry Oken, M.D. discusses some of the most important and relevant health-related topics, connecting you with local resources that can help improve the overall wellness of you as an individual and us as a community. In this first episode Dr. Harry Oken is joined by Stephen Schimpff MD, retired internist/infectious disease specialist/oncologist. They discuss the current Level of Infection in Howard County and surrounding areas as well as the viral players: Delta, Omicron BA 1 and 2, BA 4, 5 and any new variants of concern.
So many people love the "Toy Story" franchise that they had reason to look forward to the prequel "Lightyear," but HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano are sorry to report in this podcast episode that it's no more than mildly entertaining. Buzz Lightyear (voiced by Chris Evans, who replaced Tim Allen) is kept busy in a story that is less amusing than earlier installments. Marie and Mike also discuss "Elvis," about which they mostly disagree. Marie likes the energetic filmmaking style of director Baz Luhrmann, while Mike thinks the director is often just showing off his technical virtuosity. They also are not in complete agreement about the characterizations of Austin Butler as Elvis Presley and Tom Hanks as Colonel Parker. Fortunately, they are in enthusiastic agreement that Elvis' music remains exciting throughout this biopic.
"Top Gun" was the box office champ in 1986 and has an enduring place in the pop culture firmament, so HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano naturally wondered what to expect from its much-belated sequel, "Top Gun: Maverick." In this podcast episode, they concur that Tom Cruise, who turns 60 this summer, still looks great as he demonstrates what it means to be the star of a summer movie. Elements of the first movie are skillfully woven into this update. Less entertaining is "Jurassic World Dominion," the sixth movie in a franchise dating back to 1993. Although Marie and Mike agree that it is always fun watching dinosaurs roam the modern earth and occasionally munch on its human inhabitants, "Jurassic World Dominion" suffers from franchise fatigue. It's so busy that the 146-minute running time may leave you exhausted and even bored. Mike notes that it is kind of nice to have original stars Jeff Goldblum, Sam Neill and Laura Dern interact with the stars of more recent installments in the series, but it's not enough to invigorate this overly familiar material.
Razzle Dazzle Radio introduces featured performers from “The Music Man,” the Howard County Summer Theatre’s 46th offering at Glenelg High School the last weekend in June and first in July. Heather Moe plays Marion, the Liberian and Todd Hochkeppel Delights with as the menacing mayor of River City, USA. Tom Brzenski shares tips on summer movies, great Disney pics outdoors at the Lakefront. Mr. B has been showng family-friendly films for over 50 years with terrific tales before and after. Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton host this fun-loving episode.
HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss "Downton Abbey: A New Era" in this podcast episode. Marie is a fan of the "Downton Abbey" TV series, its spinoff 2019 feature film and this latest feature film, while Mike is more lukewarm about what he terms cinematic comfort food. Even Mike concedes, though, that it is enjoyable watching its characters squabble in such a wonderful English mansion. "Downton Abbey: A New Era" brings that traditional upstairs/downstairs dynamic into the modern age of the late 1920s. Marie and Mike are in more complete agreement about another English film, "Men," which they both actively dislike. Jessie Buckley plays a troubled woman who rents a rural cottage and promptly finds herself subjected to all sorts of horror movie cliches. "Men" piles on the mythological references and bizarre special effects, but just seems arbitrary and desperate to jolt the audience.
"Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness" further extends the Marvel universe, with Benedict Cumberbatch sharing screen time with all those special effects. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano agree they were underwhelmed by the story and characters. Although this multiverse-surfing movie suffers from being literally all over the place, Marie and Mike agree there are some neat sequences along the way. While they're on the subject of science fiction movies, Marie and Mike also discuss "Firestarter." Based on a Stephen King novel and previously made into a mediocre screen adaptation starring Drew Barrymore in 1984, this remake did not strike any sparks for Marie and Mike. They found the characters unsympathetic, and so that only leaves the pyrotechnic effects. In short, they do not want any "Firestarter" sequels.
The annual Maryland Film Festival returned to an in-person format this spring, and HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano spent a few busy days watching movies at Baltimore's Parkway Theatre. In this podcast episode, Marie and Mike discuss some of the documentaries, feature films and short films that make this a special event for movie buffs. They agree that a festival highlight was "Navalny," a documentary about the Russian political dissident Alexei Navalny. They also liked "A Woman on the Outside," a documentary about women in Philadelphia who organize bus trips to visit incarcerated men in Pennsylvania prisons. They also liked the documentary "Fire of Love," about a couple of scientists who study active volcanoes. And while we're still talking about documentaries, Mike also saw a film about Frederick Douglass and a second film about Harriet Tubman that will be airing on Maryland Public Television this fall. Among feature films, Mike saw a family drama from Iran, "Hit the Road," that he recommends.
In the latest episode of Razzle Dazzle, Robert Neal Marshall briefly discusses a few of the many events happening at Lakefest 2022.
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Nicolas Cage plays himself in "The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent," and only his most ardent fans will want to see this silly film about what it means to be a movie star. Although HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano enjoy some of the career-referenced jokes, they agree in this podcast episode that it's so superficial that the film lacks the metaphysical weight of a somewhat similar film, "Being John Malkovitch." Marie and Mike also discuss French director Jacques Audiard's "Paris, 13th District." It's a romantic drama in which the central characters are attempting to make sense of their intertwined relationships. Marie and Mike remark that this black-and-white film resembles earlier French New Wave character studies.
Culinary and Hospitality student Rachel Carver shares her journey at HCC and why she decided to share her story as commencement speaker for this year's ceremony.
What's the 211 Podcast is joined by Meg Kimmel, Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer at the Maryland Food Bank to discuss food insecurity, mental health, and other available statewide services.
In this episode of Bookish: A Casual Book Club, Kofi, Sylvia, and Laura talk about how to read and enjoy Poetry.
It is not often that a movie draws upon Nordic mythology for its subject matter, and HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano agree in this podcast episode that "The Northman" benefits from its historical research about the Vikings. However, they also agree that the film is extremely brutal and has an excessive running time. The revenge-driven plot often seems to be submerged within the carnage. The film stars Alexander Skarsgard, Nicole Kidman and Anya Taylor-Joy, who certainly earned their battle pay. Marie and Mike also discuss the animated film "The Bad Guys," about a band of fast-talking animals involved in a criminal heist. Marie and Mike agree that it has some funny dialogue, but also that the film has too many car chases and other scenes that are busy for the sake of being busy.
According to the CDC, there is about one death from suicide every 11 minutes and it is among the top nine leading causes of death for people aged 10-64. In this episode we discuss mental health, suicide prevention and the tools we have in Howard County to aid those in need of help. We discuss the expansion of the Health Department’s It’s OK to Ask campaign. Our guests are Denise Giuliano from NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) and Leah Bulka from the Howard County Health Department.
The United States has one of the safest water supplies in the world, and over 90 percent of us get our tap water from community water systems that are subject to safe drinking water standards. Join Cris Oviedo and her guest, HCC’s green Dragon and Environmental Health & Safety Supervisor, Bob Marietta, and take a closer look at the water quality right here in our local community.
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All that HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano really need to say about "Ambulance" in this podcast episode is that it is a Michael Bay movie. It's about, well, an ambulance that is hijacked during a bank robbery and then driven all over Lost Angeles. Yes, it is loud and stupid and in its own way entertaining. Although Marie and Mike carp about its excessive running time, they smile as they describe their favorite dumb scenes; and they agree that Jake Gyllenhaal, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Eiza Gonzalez give convincing performances under the most unconvincing of circumstances. Marie and Mike also discuss a much better movie, "Everything Everywhere All At Once." Mike describes it in terms of multiverse mania, as this wildly inventive story jumps about through multiple universes. What keeps it emotionally grounded, Marie and Mike agree, is that Michelle Yeoh as a laundromat owner undergoing an IRS audit, Jamie Lee Curtis as an IRA bureaucrat, and others in the cast remain compellingly realistic amidst the surreal events. Dan Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, who together wrote and directed "Everything Everywhere All At Once," have created a distinctively unusual movie that you should see.
If "The Lost City" often seems like an overly familiar jungle adventure, that's because this light-hearted, action-packed entertainment will remind you of earlier and better movies such as "Raiders of the Lost Ark" and "Romancing the Stone." HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss it in this podcast episode. Marie says that one thing she likes about the movie is that the Indy Jones-type role is played here by a woman, Sandra Bullock, as a romance novelist who is abducted in a far-fetched story that Mike says will have you smiling at its improbable twists and turns. Others in the cast include Channing Tatum, Daniel Radcliffe and Brad Pitt. Marie and Mike also discuss a much darker film, "Morbius," in which Jared Leto plays a scientist-turned-vampire. Although they observe that there are disappointing aspects of the characterization and plot, Marie and Mike agree that it is refreshing to have a Marvel movie that is under two hours.
Tim Banks and Wilka Nascimento discuss the experience balance between being a customer and being an employee when working in the service industry.
Description: Join your host, Juli, for the final episode of Healthy Minds! After 42 episodes, and a few job and life changes, Juli is bringing the series to an end. We reminisce on the beginnings of the podcast back in 2018, consider how much the world has changed in this time, and go over some of the major takeaways that we hope stuck with you. She shares some of her favorite episodes (and guests), and a little about where we all go from here. :) While Healthy Minds has ended, Juli will join Cris for some live shows in the future. You can also stay in touch on Instagram: @profjulihawk or TikTok: @Prof.Juli Thank you to all that listened, gave comments and feedback, and showed your support! Wishing you all good mental health
When the lights dim, there’s a hush from the audience, then the lights come up for the opening of the show. That’s the “Magic Time” in theater, that magical moment between life and art and the focus of our latest edition of “Razzle Dazzle Radio.” Guests John Stoltenberg, executive editor of DC Metro Theater Arts, explores how art makes sense of life. Carole Graham Lehan touches us with her tales of teaching, acting, and caring for her young students. Join co-hosts Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton for this inspirational show.
In this episode of Bookish: A Casual Book Club, Kofi, Sylvia, and Laura talk about Skinship, a collection of short stories by author Yoon Choi. The collection features “luxuriously long” short stories about Korean American characters.
HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano admire the actor Mark Rylance, and so they were fully prepared to admire him in his latest film, "The Outfit," in which he plays a British tailor who has relocated to Chicago in 1956. They agree that he is the main reason to see a gangster-themed story in which the other characters seem shallow and the setting in the tailor shop seems overly claustrophobic. In this podcast episode, Mike also talks about the mountain-climbing drama "Infinite Storm," which stars a very effective Naomi Watts; and Marie recommends several new French films.
When the actor William Hurt recently passed away, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano immediately knew they would want to devote a podcast episode to his career. They marvel at how the 1980s was a terrific decade for this actor, who became a major star in films including "Altered States" (1980), "Body Heat" (1981), "The Big Chill" (1983), his Academy Award-winning performance in "Kiss of the Spider Woman" (1985), "Broadcast News" (1987) and "The Accidental Tourist" (1988). They also discuss how his leading man roles mostly ended at that point, but that he continued to appear in supporting roles until recently.
Agatha Christie wrote murder mysteries that are ripe for cinematic adaptation. Indeed, Kenneth Branagh, who already did a screen version of "Murder on the Orient Express" in 2017, now has a screen version of "Death on the Nile." In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano agree that as an actor, Branagh is really convincing as the Belgian detective Hercule Poirot. However, they also agree that as a director Branagh achieves so-so results with supporting characters portrayed by a cast that includes Gal Gadot, Armie Hammer and Annette Bening. Speaking of familiar literary sources, Marie and Mike also discuss the latest screen adaptation of the 1897 play "Cyrano de Bergerac." This latest version, titled "Cyrano," is worth seeing because of the title performance by Peter Dinklage. Although they admire that inspired casting, Marie and Mike are less impressed by this musical version of the story. Simply put, the music is not especially memorable.
Howard Community College's President, Dr. Daria Willis, is joined by Columbia Association President and CEO, Lakey Boyd, for a conversation on women in leadership.
On the very first episode of Conversations from the Couch, Dr. Daria Willis is joined by Dr. Alhaji Conteh, Assistant Professor of History at HCC, to discuss the importance of Black History Month.
Have you heard the phrase 'you can't pour from an empty cup?' Come listen in with your host, Juli, to learn about the 8 dimensions of wellness. You're likely familiar with a few of the dimensions, but learn other ways to fill up your 'buckets' of resilience. Juli shared about a values quiz, link is here: https://personalvalu.es/ She also encouraged you to check out the template for making your own self-care plan to help keep yourself on track: https://bit.ly/8dimensionsofwellnessplan If you want to follow her on social media, she's on Instagram as @profjulihawk, TikTok as @Prof.Juli, and Twitter as @ProfJuliHawk
In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss an interesting film from Norway, "The Worst Person in the World," in which a woman entering her 30s is still trying to figure out what she wants in terms of occupation, romance and, for that matter, hair color. They admire director Joachim Trier's confident development of the story, and how well Renate Reinsve portrays the main character. Marie and Mike also discuss the adventure movie "Uncharted," starring Tom Holland and Mark Wahlberg as treasure hunters. Although they think the movie is overly derivative of Indiana Jones-type stories, it is family entertainment that has its share of fun scenes.
In Howard County, we have the opportunity to surround ourselves with a culturally and ethnically diverse community. With diversity comes differences in experiences, especially in relation to health and wellness. Today the Teen Health Matters podcast will be exploring the Asian American experience in accessing mental health care. We will be joined by Alexandra Kim and Sonia Su as well as our host(s), Behavioral Interns at the Howard County Health Department, to further explore this topic.
Join me, Tim Banks, as I talk with hospitality management students Shelby Addams and Leslie Valencia about the Pineapple Society!!
"The Batman" has been flying high at the box office this year, and so HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano have a lot to discuss in this podcast episode concerning the latest installment in this superhero franchise. Although they agree that Robert Pattinson is well cast in the title role, they also agree that the film's nearly three-hour running time is excessive. Marie and Mike both appreciate the brooding production design emulating the graphic design of the source material but be prepared for a lot of nocturnal scenes and endless rain. Marie and Mike also talk about a much smaller film, "Sundown," in which Tim Roth portrays an alienated British heir vacationing with relatives in Acapulco. Marie and Mike are in emphatic agreement that the thin script and its unsympathetic protagonist make the 83-minute running time seem longer than "The Batman."
It’s spring time in Columbia, MD and that means folks will be on the lookout for theater, dance, and other arts venues to help us escape from the long winter and dread of COVID. If it’s theater you prefer, tune into our latest episode of Razzle Dazzle with guests actor/director/choreographer Connie Ross, writer, musician, Chinese expert and podcaster spectacular Mark Beachy. Carolyn Kelemen, Judy Templeton and Mo Dutterer keeps things lively on Razzle Dazzle Radio. Showtime!
The Spanish director Pedro Almodovar and actress Penelope Cruz have worked together so often that it is really satisfying to see them both at their best in "Parallel Mothers," for which Cruz has received an Academy Award nomination as Best Actress. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss a film whose twists and turns are best discovered by viewers. However, they can safely say that this compelling story about motherhood takes an equally serious turn when it explores how the Spanish Civil War of the 1930s still affects people today. Also on this episode, Marie and Mike talk about "The 355," in which Penelope Cruz co-stars with Jessica Chastain, Lupita Nyong'o, Diane Kruger and Fan Bingbing. The promising premise is to have a James Bond-type story with female actors, but Marie and Mike agree that the film itself is a mediocre spy adventure.
211 Maryland is joined by Brandon Johnson, Founder of the Black Mental Health Wellness Lounge to discuss mental health in the black community.
When the Oscars are handed out on March 27, you can bet that HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano will be watching to see who goes home a winner. In this podcast episode, they talk about the ten very different films nominated for Best Picture at the upcoming Academy Awards: "The Power of the Dog," "Dune," "Belfast," "CODA," "Don't Look Up," "Drive My Car," "Licorice Pizza," "King Richard," "Nightmare Alley" and "West Side Story." They also discuss the nominations in other major categories. Indeed, Marie and Mike are likely to continue talking about these movies right up through Oscar night.
Join me, Tim Banks, to chat about all things Chocolate with Chef Milburn. We explore how chocolate is an amazing and sometimes temperamental ingredient. Grab your favorite chocolate treat and take notes as we dive into the deep end of the chocolate pool!!!
Based on an 1853 slave memoir by Solomon Northrop, "12 Years a Slave" is a bracing drama about a Black man who is born free in New York State but is then kidnapped and sold into slavery in the south. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss a film that they admire for its historical accuracy in telling a painful story that needs to be told. Director Steve McQueen shot the film on Louisiana locations near the plantation on which Northrup lived. The cast includes Chiwetel Ejiofor, Lupita Nyong'o, Michael Fassbender, Benedict Cumberbatch, Brad Pitt, Alfre Woodard and Paul Giamatti. "12 Years a Slave" won Academy Awards including Best Picture. Marie and Mike also talk about writer-director Barry Jenkins' "Moonlight" (2016), which is about what the director has described as "rampant homophobia in the Black community." A creative melding of the urban action genre and the art film, "Moonlight" tells its story in three chapters and correspondingly has three different actors playing the protagonist at different ages. Other characters are played by actors including Mahersala Ali and Naomie Harris. "Moonlight" won the Academy Award for Best Picture.
February is Heart Health Month. Heart disease is the number one preventable cause of death in America. In Maryland, heart disease outranks cancer as the leading cause of death. In this episode Howard County Health Officer Dr. Maura J. Rossman and guest Dr. Harry Oken, Medical Director for Columbia Association, will discuss heart disease prevention and the many ways you can keep your heart healthy and functioning well to live a long life.
Welcome back! Healthy Minds is back after an extended hiatus. Let's check in on how we're all feeling, talk about stress and burnout, and ways to keep moving forward. Want to connect on Instagram? @profjulihawk
Listen to the Bookish crew, Sylvia, Laura and Kofi with special guests Dr. Jennie Charlton-Jackson and HoCoPoLiCo's Faye McCray discuss the debut novel of Zakiya Dalila Harris' The Other Black Girl.
HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano devote this podcast episode to a couple of films released in 1991, John Singleton's "Boyz N the Hood" and Julie Dash's "Daughters of the Dust," that marked the directorial debut for both of them. Taking place in South Central Los Angeles, "Boyz N the Hood" concerns young Black men who are making crucial decisions about how to lead their lives. This confidently directed drama is anchored by a strong cast including Cuba Gooding Jr., Morris Chestnut, Ice Cube, Laurence Fishburne and Angela Bassett. "Boyz N the Hood" was a studio production released by Columbia Pictures, but "Daughters of the Dust" was made as a small-budget independent film by Julie Dash, who shot the film on an island off the coast of South Carolina. Set in 1902, the story is about members of an isolated community making the decision to join what would become a great migration of Black people from the rural south to the urban north. Dash's poetic film does not have a conventional linear narrative but has been described by the director as unraveling much as an African griot would tell a story.
Top of the Morning to all tuned in to this podcast that celebrates Irish music, dance, poetry and the gift of gab. John Broderick, aka Johnny B, joins cousin Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton for a delightful half hour of Irish lore. Adding to the Irish theme, Katie Miskelly shares her tales of dancing and directing at the Teelin Irish Center in Columbia. And a special Persian dancer at HCC charms us with her tales of Iran, Turkey and more.
Liz interviews Dr. Eric Katkow, a retired dentist living in Columbia who was one of the first to practice in our new town. Dr. Katkow, is also well known as a runner who has been a member of the Howard County striders for many years. They speak about Dr. Katkow‘s history of running in marathons all over the county.
Particularly interesting is his regularly guiding a blind man during many of their runs, some over rough terrain.
Listen to Bookish: A Casual Book club as Sylvia, Laura, and Kofi recap some of their favorite books read during these past 10 episodes of the podcast and discover what might be your next best reads.
Sidney Poitier was such an iconic actor that his recent death prompts HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano to pay tribute to his career in this podcast episode. Poitier became a movie star in the 1950s and he was the first Black actor to win an Academy Award for Best Actor with "Lilies of the Field" in 1963. Marie and Mike talk about the miraculous year of 1967, in which Poitier starred in "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner," "In the Heat of the Night" and "To Sir With Love." Poitier worked within the Hollywood studio system, but by the early 1970s there also were independent producers making so-called Blaxploitation movies. Marie and Mike talk about the Pam Grier-starring "Coffy" (1973). This violent revenge drama speaks to the zeitgeist of the era.
What’s the 211 Podcast welcomes Elijah McBride Call Center Manager at Baltimore Crisis Response to discuss mental health and substance use services available in Baltimore City and the benefits of self care.
What happens after you recognize you need help? Who can you go to to receive support? As important as mental health is, it can be difficult to find a suitable care for a multitude of reasons. In this episode of our the Teen Health Matters podcast, we discuss the importance of accessing adequate mental health care with Rebecca Dietz and Ash Kim.
HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano devote this podcast episode to a couple of Hollywood musicals from 1943, "Cabin in the Sky" and "Stormy Weather," that showcase Black musical theater talent. The famous performers here include Lena Horne, Ethel Waters, Eddie "Rochester" Anderson, Cab Calloway, Fats Waller and the Nicholas Brothers. There are some amazing production numbers in "Stormy Weather." Marie and Mike discuss these films within the cultural context of how Black characters typically were presented in Hollywood movies at the time. They go on to mention a socially progressive Hollywood film from 1949, "Pinky," about a light-complected Black woman who "passes" for white. However, the title role was played by a white actress, Jeanne Crain. It's a movie that in its own way says a lot about Hollywood in that era.
HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano devote this podcast episode to film director Peter Bogdanovich, who recently passed away. He is most famous for "The Last Picture Show" (1971), a critically acclaimed drama set in a Texas town in the early 1950s. A commercial hit, it was quickly followed by two more successful films, "What's Up Doc? {1972) and "Paper Moon" (`1973). Marie and Mike reflect on the reasons why Bogdanovich's directorial career then went into a tailspin of flops. They also talk about his work as an actor, including in the TV series "The Sopranos," and, crucially, his valuable work as a writer whose books celebrated an older generation of directors including Alfred Hitchcock, Howard Hawks and Orson Welles.
The Hollywood musical tradition of saying "Hey, kids, let's put on a show" was given the animated feature treatment in "Sing," where the animal characters put on a show to save a small town's financially struggling theater, and now in "Sing 2" these animated critters take their talent to a Las Vegas-type city. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss this family-friendly film, whose vocal talent includes Scarlett Johansson, Reese Witherspoon, Matthew McConaughey and, yes, Bono. Marie and Mike also talk about "Swan Song," which has an intriguing science fiction premise about a terminally ill man who has a healthy physical clone made. Although Marie and Mike have various reservations about how this story is handled, they both admire the central performance by Mahershala Ali.
Considering that the original "Matrix" was released in 1999 and its two sequels were released in 2003, the reboot titled "The Matrix Resurrections" certainly took its bullet time reaching us. HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano devote most of this podcast episode to a science fiction franchise that is firmly embedded in pop culture. Although Marie and Mike agree that the now-middle-aged Keanu Reeves as Thomas Anderson/Neo and Carrie-Anne Moss as Trinity are convincing, they conclude that this reboot is mostly just reworking overly familiar alternative world material. Marie and Mike also briefly discuss several other current releases that are worth your viewing
For the first edition in 2022 of “Razzle Dazzle Radio,” Carolyn Kelemen, Judy Templeton and Mo Dutterer take a trip down memory lane with guests Ashley Fitzgerald and Ric Ryder, commenting on their careers on Broadway and before. Mo relates juicy tidbits on teaching, coaching and directing the two former Howard County performers. It’s a hoot and not-to-be-missed. For updates on what’s happening in the arts, go to Dragon Digital Radio.
The box office champion for 2021 was "Spider-Man: No Way Home." In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss why so many people have been drawn to this latest installment. The revelation of Peter Parker's secret identity is a strong narrative point of departure, and Tom Holland gives an engaging performance as Peter Parker and as the guy in the red outfit who flies all over town. Although Marie and Mike really enjoyed this movie, they also agree that the 150-minute running time is excessive. They also discuss a much smaller film, "C'mon, C'mon," about a radio journalist (Joaquin Phoenix) whose sister (Gaby Hoffmann) asks him to look after her nine-year-old son (Woody Norman). This character study is extremely well acted, but Marie and Mike had reservations about writer-director Mike Mills' script and its thematic heaviness.
An animated film that is culturally rooted in the Latin American literary tradition of "magical realism," "Encanto" tells the endearing story of a girl who is the only member of her family not possessing supernatural powers. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss this family-friendly film, which has an engaging protagonist, eye-popping colors and, yes, a genuine sense of magic. Switching gears, Marie and Mike also talk about two new documentary films. One is about the telegenic cooking show host Julia Child and the other is about author C.S. Lewis. This episode really provides viewers with diverse options!
Counseling and Career Services, Daniya Nixon, Military Services and Reporting Specialist with Records, Registration & Veterans’ Affairs at Howard Community College, Michael Griggs, and Marine Veteran, Paul Rivers, to engage in a conversation around veterans’ mental health. Stay with us as we dive into some of the complexities of rejoining civilian life, the current reality of veterans and mental health, their most common diagnosis, and how we can all support veterans in our families and communities. #communitypodcast #fblive #howardcommpodcast #hocopodcast #veterans #mentalhealth #veteransmentalhealth
The landmark 1957 Broadway musical "West Side Story" was turned into a Hollywood musical in 1961 and that movie in turn has now been remade by director Steven Spielberg. HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano sure have a lot to talk about in this podcast episode, as they make comparisons between the 1961 and 2021 screen versions. One thing they admire is that Rita Moreno appears in both versions. She won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her performance as Anita in the 1961 version, and now, at age 90, she is wonderful as a newly invented character in Spielberg's version. For this and many other reasons, this latest "West Side Story" is well worth seeing.
For its latest edition, Razzle Dazzle Radio celebrates the Christmas holidays in grand style. With co- hosts, Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton, Robert Neal Marshall shares his extensive knowledge in the arts world, especially here in Columbia. He gives tips galore! Our other guest, Gerald Jordan, is a rising star in the acting circles of Howard County. In addition to his exceptional work with kids with special needs for the Columbia Center for Theatrical Arts programs, look for him to pull out all his punches as Apollo Creed in the upcoming production of “Rocky” at Toby’s Dinner Theater. #ColumbiaFestival #Tobysdinnertheater #ColumbiaCenterforTheatricalArts
Join Kofi, Sylvia, and Laura in their discussion of Tope Folarin's debut novel, A Particular Kind of a Black Man. They share how they related to the novel and some of the themes that emerge, such as the immigrant story, mental health, family, father and sons, and memory.
What’s the 211 Podcast welcomes Amy Ocasio, Founder of LiveForThomas Foundation to discuss suicide prevention, the loss of her son to suicide and breaking the stigma around mental health.
- "House of Gucci" is a fashionably appointed melodrama about the wealthy family behind the Italian firm associated with high-end fashion. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano agree that the film emphasizes the family drama and would benefit from telling us more about the clothes. As Mike points out, though, the film has eye candy appeal thanks to director Ridley Scott's visual presentation of this rich and famous family. And there is an impressive cast including Lady Gaga, Adam Driver, Al Pacino, Jeremy Irons, Salma Hayek and Jared Leto. Marie and Mike also discuss "Ghostbusters: Afterlife," the fourth installment in this popular franchise. This latest version is reasonably entertaining but will have the most appeal for the fan base.
2021 is quickly coming to an end, and the month of December gives us a special opportunity to reflect upon the month’s that’ve passed and gather new energies for the ones to come. This morning, join the Horowitz Visual and Performing Arts Center Director, Janelle Broderick, and Cris Oviedo, as they reflect on 2021, the challenges, the lessons, the wins, and what you can start looking forward to for 2022. #communitypodcast #fblive #arts #hocopodcast #hocoarts #howardcounty #horowitzcenter #newyear #bye2021 #hello2022
Dragon Digital Media is excited to partner with the Center for Culinary and Hospitality at Howard Community College to bring you a new show, At Your Service, with Tim Banks will be coming to you monthly, starting January 2022, and it will cover diverse topics related to the culinary and hospitality industry with experts from HCC and beyond! Stay with Cris Oviedo and her guest, Chair of Hospitality and Culinary at HCC and host, Tim Banks, and get a first taste on the show, options to grow your culinary and hospitality career at HCC, plus a sweet conversation around holiday food. #howardcomm #communitycollegepodcast #podcast #fblive #hocopodcast #communitypodcast #food #foodie #foodpodcast #culinary #hospitality
Director Kenneth Branagh revisits his own childhood in "Belfast," which immerses us in the troubled times in Northern Ireland in 1969. Although HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano have a mixed response to this nostalgic drama, this podcast episode acknowledges how well Branagh uses the black-and-white cinematography to emphasize the bleakness of the setting. And while they note that the film's story and its tone are uneven, they also agree that this film has crowd-pleasing appeal. In this episode, Marie and Mike also discuss "Clifford the Big Red Dog." Going into the film with relatively low expectations, they concur that this family-friendly film is fun to watch.
Throughout our lives, we deal with constant change and have to adapt to new environments. Between all of the sounds of life, it can be hard to feel heard. How can we cope with isolation? What is our community doing to promote belongingness? Join us for a conversation with Kristen, Chloe, and Michelle to hear about their personal stories of belongingness!
Winter is coming, and we can definitely feel it as the temperatures continue to drop and the days become shorter, and even though there is nothing we can do to stop the thermometer from dipping even more, there are ways in which we can support our immune system and give our bodies an upper-hand against the common infections and afflictions that are prevalent during this season. This Tuesday morning stay with Dragon Digital Radio’s, Brendan Byrne, and MUIH Health Promotion Department Chair, Dr. Claudia Wingo, as they explore simple ways in which you can use herbs and foods to prime for immune system for the cold months.
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"The word accounting comes from the word accountability. If you are going to be rich, you need to be accountable for your money.” Robert Kiyosaki Join HCC’s Chair of Accounting, Michelle Sotka, HCC’s Accounting Assistant Professor, Adriano Lima e Silva, and Cris Oviedo as they explore the world of accounting, what does it mean to be an accountant, how can HCC help you become a CPA, and some good advice for the current economic times. #hocopodcast #localpodcast #podcast #columbia #howardcounty #hccpodcast #communitypodcast #cpacertificate #accounting
The holiday season is here! And this morning Cris Oviedo wants to challenge you to not only enjoy the holiday season but to include our planet on your list. Learn ways in which we can enjoy the holidays and protect our environment with Environmental Health & Safety Supervisor at Howard Community College, Bob Marietta, and Climate Change Policy Analyst with Maryland Department of the Environment, Kimberlee Drake. #howardcomm #communitycollegepodcast #podcast #fblive #hocopodcast #communitypodcast #greenhoco #sustainability #sustainablepodcast #sustainableholidays #spendless #lessismore
In this installment of Reflections on Life Liz talks with Larry Carson, a former reporter for the Baltimore Sun, about the decline in local news coverage over the past few years.
In this episode, Chaplain Joseph Bachota joins us to discuss Veterans Day, our veterans and those who suffer from Moral Injury.
The latest edition of Razzle Dazzle Radio rings in the New Year and toasts the holiday season with not-to-be-missed events in Howard County and beyond. Hosts Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton share their joy for the season with Columbia’s “Man About Town,” Ian Kennedy who encourages listeners to visit the Merriweather District during the holidays.
In this episode, Kofi, Sylvia, and Laura talk about ambiguity in stories. What does ambiguity look like in short stories and novels? What are some examples of ambiguity in stories? And what is the function of ambiguity in storytelling? They reference some classics as well as some of the books they've discussed in prior episodes, like The Secret Lives of Church Ladies and Interior Chinatown.
"Eternals" is the latest Marvel superhero movie. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano are far apart in their response. Marie loves how the 10 so-called Eternals evoke the ancient Greek gods, and she also loves the special effects. Mike by contrast thinks that the movie is overstuffed with superhero characters and is overly busy even by superhero movie standards. Marie and Mike are in much greater agreement in discussing "Spencer," in which Kristen Stewart gives a fine performance as Princess Diana. Although the script is thematically heavy and borderline implausible in places, the film does convey how trapped Diana felt within the royal household.
COIL courses provide HCC students with the opportunity to virtually meet and work on a collaborative project with students from HCC partner schools in countries like Denmark, Thailand, Ecuador, and Ghana. COIL courses create engaging and relevant learning opportunities for students and faculty by working across cultures and disciplines. Cris Ovideo talks with Mary Allen, Director of International Education, and Amelia Younge, HCC English Professor about the program.
Director Wes Anderson has made films including "The Grand Budapest Hotel" that are like pop-up books. His latest visually clever film is "The French Dispatch," which evokes the whimsical spirit of stories in The New Yorker magazine. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano disagree about it, because Marie loves the whimsical nature of it and Mike thinks it wears thin. They agree that it's fun spotting a cast including Bill Murray, Jeffrey Wright, Frances McDormand, Timothee Chalamet, Tilda Swinton, Benicio del Toro, Adrien Brody and Edward Norton. Marie and Mike also discuss "Last Night in Soho," a psychological thriller by director Edgar Wright ("Hot Fuzz" and "Baby Driver"). They both liked the premise about a contemporary English fashion design student who identifies with the fashions and lifestyles of the swinging London of the 1960s, although Mike in particular thought that some of the horror movie-appropriate plot twists were a bit much.
One of the season's most highly anticipated movies, "Dune" has met with critical and commercial success and marks the start of a new science fiction franchise. HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano have a lot to say in this podcast episode about what works and what does not work in director Denis Villeneuve's screen adaptation of Frank Herbert's 1965 novel. They agree that the desert planet landscape is visually striking, but that the film lingers too long in many scenes. They also note that while the intriguing casting of Timothee Chalamet as an action hero is successful in moments where the character is meant to be sensitive, the slender Chalamet is not convincing when fighting muscular bad guys. They did find it interesting to watch a number of other notable actors in the movie, among them Oscar Isaac, Rebecca Ferguson and Stellan Skarsgaard. Marie and Mike also discuss director Todd Haynes' documentary "The Velvet Underground." It's a film that very much plays to that band's fan base, so if you're a Lou Reed fan you will want to see it.
Based on an actual 14th-century event, Ridley Scott's "The Last Duel" is a brooding medieval saga about the trial that ensues after a woman allegedly has been raped. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano agree that the director has a strong sense of production design and atmosphere, However, they also agree that the film's "Rashomon"-style structure, in which we see the central action from several different points of view, does not work here. Rather than bringing out any real ambiguity in the trial testimony, this narrative strategy just seems redundant. The movie stars Matt Damon, Adam Driver, Jodie Comer and Ben Affleck. Marie and Mike also discuss a very unusual movie from Iceland, "Lamb," in which a childless couple living on a farm essentially adopt a half-human, half-lamb baby born to a ewe. Playing like a horror-tinged folk tale, "Lamb" holds your interest as it unfolds against an austerely beautiful landscape.
Daniel Craig has played James Bond in five films over the last 15 years, and so it is notable that he is saying goodbye to the role in the much-anticipated "No Time to Die." HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano devote this podcast episode to praising how well this actor wore a tuxedo and eliminated bad guys during his long employment as 007. Although Marie liked "No Time to Die" more than Mike did, she agrees with him that the movie suffers from an overstuffed plot that results in an excessively long running time. Even though the movie is mildly disappointing in some ways, it is an event that James Bond fans will not want to miss. By contrast, the second movie discussed in this episode, "Venom: Let There Be Carnage," is hardly a special event. This sequel to the 2018 movie "Venom" again stars Tom Hardy as a journalist who has superhero powers thanks to an alien residing within him. Marie says it is a "popcorn movie" that can be enjoyed for what it is. Although Mike makes the grouchy complaint that the movie is silly without being very funny, he agrees that it goes well with popcorn.
Poetry is honored in the latest installment of Razzle Dazzle Radio with co-hosts Carolyn Kelemen and Judyt Templeton. Poet/dancer/musician/photographer Linda Joy Burke opens and closes the show with two of her original poems and shares stories of early Columbia and the roots of the arts. HCC professor Tim Singleton acknowledges Andy Shallal, CEO and Founder of Busboys and Poets, the newest restaurant/meeting place for artists is in the Merriweather District of Columbia where a room honors the late Lucille Clifton who continues to inspire writers and listeners.
The United Nations’ World Commission on Environment and Development defines sustainability as “meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs”. Join HCC’s Environmental Health & Safety Supervisor, Bob Marietta, his right hand and Office Associate, Belinda Green, and our host, Cris Oviedo as they talk about sustainability, what it is, how you can be part of it joining HCC’s sustainability day this Wednesday October 20th, and what the UN’s definition means for us and the future generations to come.
In this latest episode your favorite casual book club discusses the book "An Unkindness of Ghosts" by Rivers Solomon.
Join the Director of the Horowitz Performing and Visual Arts Center, Janelle Broderick, and our host Cris Oviedo, as they bring us up to speed on what’s coming up this month in the arts world at HCC. Find out about the many opportunities you have to connect with the visual arts in our galleries both in person and online, get ready to enjoy beautiful music with our upcoming faculty concert, or get up and move your body for HCC’s dance showcase, watch films and engage with some of our faculty on discussions around them, and get ready to come out this weekend and celebrate the arts in Howard County in a big way, this and more in today’s show.
Although "The Sopranos" ended its run on television in 2007, it has a lasting place in our pop culture. Not only is there now a movie prequel, "The Many Saints of Newark," but its cast includes the late James Gandolfini's son, Michael, as the young Tony Soprano. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano agree that the plot ironically does not devote enough screen time to Tony as a teen, but instead spends more time with a character who was peripheral within the TV series. Although our critics see "The Many Saints of Newark" as a missed opportunity, there are individual scenes and performances that are very effective. So, see this movie if you are a fan of "The Sopranos," but realize that it might not be everything you could hope for. The second movie discussed in this episode, "Prisoners of the Ghostland," is a bizarre samurai western starring Nicolas Cage. This actor is something of an expert where weird movies are concerned, but this particular weird movie is a dud. Cage walks through his role as a warrior named Hero and the story set within a nuclear wasteland verges on being incomprehensible.
The Doctor Is In returns with a Howard County COVID-19 update. In this episode, we take a look back at the pandemic response over the past 19 months and answer questions about the COVID vaccine. Learn more about booster shots, vaccine for 5-11-year-olds and the development of antiviral medications to help prevent serious illness in those who still get sick.
Phishing, hacking and ransomware are just some of the current cyberthreats we face. Do you know what these are and how you can protect yourself against them? Dragon Digital Radio’s Cris Oviedo talks with Sung Lee, Associate Vice President of Technology Innovation and Dr. Patrick Valdivia, Manager of Computing and Cyber Lab Services about the importance of cybersecurity.
Paul Schrader is best known for writing the screenplay for Martin Scorsese's "Taxi Driver"(1976) and co-writing the screenplay for Scorsese's "Raging Bull" (1980). This writer-director deserves more recognition for his own films, among them "Blue Collar" (1978), "The Comfort of Strangers" (1990) and "First Reformed" (2018). In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano have a mixed response to Schrader's new film, "The Card Counter," but they are intrigued by the title character played by Oscar Isaac and the claustrophobic casino world he inhabits. Also in this episode, Marie and Mike talk about an even more claustrophobic film, "Together," about an English couple largely confined at home by the current pandemic. Although Mike thinks this film is contrived and difficult to sit through, Marie likes how it captures the details of life during a pandemic and she also likes the performance by James McAvoy.
The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) has determined that there are 8 key Career Readiness Competencies. Learn what these competencies are and how you can participate in HCC’s new Career Readiness Program. Dragon Digital Radio’s Cris Oviedo talks with Assistant Director of Internships and Cooperative Education, Amy Crawford, and Career Counselor Paul Martin, about the program.
It's truly impressive that 91-year-old Clint Eastwood is still directing and acting. Those who have tracked his long career are the most likely audience for his latest film, "Cry Macho," in which he plays a crusty horse trainer who agrees to help rescue his former boss's son in Mexico. As HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano observe in this podcast episode, it is a slow ride through the Southwest and contains its share of borderline-implausible situations, but it is enjoyable to savor this iconic actor as Eastwood adjusts his cowboy hat in the desert. In this episode, Marie and Mike also discuss "The Eyes of Tammy Faye," in which Jessica Chastain stars as the title character and Andrew Garfield stars as Tammy Faye's preacher husband, Jim Bakker. Although this film adheres to a predictable showbiz biopic formula and Mike in particular considered its sympathetic portrayal of Tammy Faye to be superficial, he agrees with Marie that it is an enjoyable film.
Dragon Digital Radio's Cris Oviedo talks with Dr. Eric Clarke, Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice, and Dr. Evelyn Del Rosario, Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice about the Criminal Justice program at HCC.
It can be hard to talk about feelings like sadness, hopelessness, and depression, but these emotions are natural parts of being human. How do you have tough conversations about mental health and suicide? Where can you go to get support for yourself or a loved one who might be struggling? Join us for a conversation with Ashlyn McNeely and Denise Giuliano of NAMI Howard County to hear about one personal journey, and how NAMI can help.
In this episode of Bookish, Kofi, Sylvia, and Laura report back on their summer reading challenge. Listen to their stories of reading fails as well as triumphs! Also, find out what they will be reading and discussing in October and join their Casual Book club!
A box office hit that seems likely to be among the most popular movies released in 2021, "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings" is a very entertaining addition to the Marvel universe. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano agree that the movie strikes a nice balance between martial arts combat and special effects. It's a fast-paced spectacle that also benefits from a strong cast including Simu Liu, Awkwafina, Tony Leung and Michelle Yeoh. By way of consumer advice, Marie and Mike remind their audience that this is a Marvel movie and so you will want to remain through the end credits in order to get additional scenes. The second movie discussed in this podcast episode is "Ma Belle, My Beauty," which is about three Americans vacationing in the south of France. They had a polyamorous relationship years before, and now struggle to define what their relationship should be like now. Although it's an intriguing premise, Marie and Mike concur that the script is sketchy and the pace is slow. At least there is the scenery to enjoy.
Dragon Digital Radio's Cris Oviedo talks with HCC's current SGA President Maheen Ahmed about her background, her ideas about leadership and what her goals are for this year’s SGA.
Google defines sustainability as “the ability to be maintained at a certain rate or level”, and “avoidance of the depletion of natural resources in order to maintain an ecological balance”. Join Howard County’s Sustainability Projects Manager, Elissa Reisneck, HCC’s Environmental Health & Safety Supervisor, Bob Marrietta, and Cris Oviedo this morning, as they define what sustainability is and looks like here in Howard County.
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A new building that will combine innovation, creativity, sustainability, mathematics and sports, is coming to HCC! The Mathematics and Athletics Complex is scheduled to open in 2024. Dragon Digital Radio's Program Director, Cris Oviedo, talks with HCC’s Environmental Health & Safety Supervisor, Bob Marietta, and HCC’s Facilities Planner & Project Manager, Travis Hopkins, about the new building that is being constructed on campus and some of its most exciting features.
When the actor Jean-Paul Belmondo recently died, it served as a reminder of how much he meant to the French New Wave movement that made him an international star in director Jean-Luc Godard's "Breathless" (1960). In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss how the anti-hero figure played by Belmondo in "Breathless" really established his screen image as a ruggedly handsome charmer. It's fitting that Belmondo once said that his personal favorite among his many movies was "That Man from Rio" (1964), because its James Bond-type protagonist brings a lot of comic spirit to the spy thriller plot. His other films include "Pierrot le Fou" (1965), "Is Paris Burning?" (1966) and "Mississippi Mermaid" (1969). Marie and Mike are both fans of French film, and so they really enjoy their discussion about Belmondo's important role in that film history
Did you know that HCC has Esports? Dragon Digital Radio's program director, Cris Ovideo, talks with esports coach, Mark Winkel, and athletes, Jocef Dorsey and Ryan McCardle, about how the Dragons did in their first year of competition, what’s coming up this semester, and more. Visit the Website: http://www.howardcc.edu/ HCC on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/howardcc Twitter: https://twitter.com/HowardCC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howardcommc...
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Want the latest buzz on local theater? Check out the current Razzle Dazzle podcast for up-to-the-minute info and witty conversation with hosts Mo Dutterer, Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton.“Godspell” currently at Toby’s Dinner Theater features triple-threat Tina Desimone and director/choreographer Mark Minnick. These two are charming and full of surprises.
What's the 211 welcomes Congressman Jamie Raskin to discuss the Thomas Bloom Rakin Act and mental health support services in Maryland.
Science fiction takes us to places we have never been, and often these are dystopian places we would never want to be. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss two such films. In "Free Guy," the popular actor Ryan Reynolds plays a character within a video game who starts to suspect that something is not quite right with his existence. Mike is not a gamer and found all of the video game car chases and shootouts to be exhausting after awhile, and Marie, while not much of a gamer, enjoyed how this feature film emulates the gaming experience. "Reminiscence" is a blend of film noir and science fiction. The most interesting aspect of the film is that it is set in a near-future Miami whose streets are always flooded. There is really creative production design here, but it's in the service of a muddled story about a machine that enables paying customers to revisit favorite memories. Although that is a viable premise, it is undercut by hackneyed dialogue and flat acting. Even the star, Hugh Jackman, is dull here. "Reminiscence" is now a bad memory for Marie and Mike.
he Washington Post reported back in 2019 that “a record number of 768 million vacation days had not been used by American workers." Join Cris Oviedo and Juli Murray from Inquiring Minds this morning to talk about the importance of taking a vacation even during COVID times, we will talk about the many benefits of taking a vacation and giving yourself proper time to recuperate, including healing your body, reducing stress, boosting creativity, improving productivity, enhancing decision making, amongst others.
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Deafness is a subject rarely dealt with in feature films, and that subject matter is one reason why "CODA" has been getting a lot of attention. HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano share their enjoyment of the film in this podcast episode. Set within the fishing community of Gloucester, Mass., the film concerns a 17-year-old woman named Ruby who is the only member of her family who can hear. She is a vital communications link between her family and the rest of the town, and so her plans to go to college create uncertainty within the family. Marie and Mike were especially impressed by the central performance by Emilia Jones as Ruby. This British actor not only learned an American accent, but also learned American Sign Language so that Ruby can interact with the other family members. "CODA" is well worth seeing. In this episode, Marie also talks about a documentary about painter Bob Ross and Mike talks about the new version of "Candyman." By the way, Mike refuses to look in a mirror and say "Candyman" five times.
Quédate con Cris Oviedo y conoce a Feli Sola Carter, una mujer boricua, que ha marcado la diferencia en este país con su entrega y espíritu de ayuda hacia la comunidad latina, un ejemplo de liderazgo y solidaridad.
Movie theater audiences have been applauding the Aretha Franklin biopic "Respect," in which Jennifer Hudson is convincing as that greatest of soul singers. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano raise their own voices to praise the film. Although Mike has a few reservations about the script, he shares Marie's enthusiastic response to many aspects of this movie about an amazing performer. Marie and Mike encourage you to see this movie. By contrast, they encourage you to skip the other movie discussed in this episode, "The Suicide Squad," in which raw language, graphic violence and a witless story make for a grueling experience. As superhero movies go, it is not super. Moreover, such talented actors as Idris Elba, Margot Robbie and Viola Davis are wasted. Oh, well, Marie and Mike watched "The Suicide Squad" in order to tell you it's not worth watching.
Howard Community College is excited to welcome students back on campus and online this fall. Dragon Digital Radio's Cris Oviedo talks with Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs, Laura Cripps, and Associate Vice President for Student Development, Debra Greene, about HCC’s reopening plan. They will also discuss available learning formats, support services, academic services, where to register, and more!
Val Kilmer became a star with such movies as "Top Gun" (1986), "The Doors" (1991) and "Batman Forever" (1995). He is now essentially the star of a new documentary about his career, the aptly titled "Val." In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss a career in which this handsome actor played strong, silent types. The documentary incorporates home movies and video diaries shot by Kilmer himself, and so it really seems like a self-portrait. Kilmer's recent health-related issues are dealt with in an open and emotionally moving way. Another actor who qualifies as a strong, silent type is Matt Damon. In "Stillwater," he portrays an Oklahoma oil rig worker who goes to France in an attempt to get his young adult daughter (played by Abigail Breslin) out of prison. Although Marie enjoyed this movie a bit more than Mike did, they both agree that it is a well-acted drama you will want to place on your to-watch list.
The latest edition of “Razzle Dazzle” brought together old and young, locals and faraway talent - one from California, the other South Carolina. But mainly it is a show of love and caring for each other plus a proudness of having been part of Howard County, some of us for decades. Tune in and support the Rising Stars MaryKate Brouillet and Daisha Graf, and toast Carole Maxwell on her September birthday bash, a benefit for the county’s artists.
Writer-director M Night Shyamalan, whose "The Sixth Sense" (1999) launched a career making metaphysical puzzle movies, is still going to existential extremes with "Old." In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano agree that "Old" is one of his better movies. It has an intriguing premise about a beach resort where tourists find that every half-hour they age one year. Also, the movie is well-acted by a cast that includes Gael Garcia Bernal. This movie has a running time of 108 minutes, so just imagine how old you will look by the end of it. Marie and Mike also discuss an unusual revenge drama, "Pig," in which Nicolas Cage portrays a reclusive guy in the woods whose only companion is his truffle-sniffing pig. Cage established himself as a serious actor with movies including "Moonstruck" (1987), and he won the Academy Award as Best Actor for "Leaving Las Vegas" (1995). In the decades since then, he seems to have deliberately trashed his career with "Ghost Rider" (2007) and other terrible movies. If you're expecting another campy over-the-top Nicolas Cage performance in "Pig," the welcome surprise is how effectively he underplays this role.
Very loosely based on a 14th-century poem, "The Green Knight" is an example of pop cultural medievalism. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss a visually and thematically murky movie that suffers from a slow pace. Although Marie and Mike had plenty of quibbles about "The Green Knight," this quest narrative did hold their interest. They agree that what really kept them watching was the convincing performance by Dev Patel as Gawain, whose lowly status at King Arthur's Round Table is made even more tenuous by his confrontation with a walking tree known as the Green Knight. Marie and Mike also talk about a very different quest narrative in "Jungle Cruise." Based on a theme park ride, this busy adventure stars Dwayne Johnson as a river boat captain whose passengers include Emily Blunt as a botanist seeking a rare flower with curative powers. Mike thought that the non-stop thrills and constant pop cultural references became tedious after awhile, but he agreed with Marie that "Jungle Cruise" does have the entertainment value of, well, a theme park ride.
What's the 211 podcast is joined by Adrienne Briedenstine, Vice President, Policy & Communications & Stacey Jefferson, Director, Policy and Stakeholder Engagement at the Behavioral Health System Baltimore to discuss their role in managing Baltimore City’s behavioral health system—the system of care that addresses emotional health and well-being and provides services for individuals with substance use and mental health disorders.
Join Cris Oviedo and the director of the Horowitz Visual and Performing Arts Center, Janelle Broderick, as they talk about the many ways in which we can reconnect with the arts this upcoming fall season at Howard Community College, from conferences, to film discussions, to concerts, dance recitals, and more, there are many ways in which HCC invites us to reconnect and come together, in person and online, this coming fall.
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The Marvel universe keeps expanding with the latest Avengers-related movie, "Black Widow," which HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss in this podcast episode. Its main character is portrayed by Scarlett Johansson with what Marie describes as a phoned-in performance, adding that the character's sister is portrayed in a much livelier fashion by Florence Pugh. This prompts Marie and Mike to observe that this is not one of the better installments in the Avengers franchise, but fans will still have many action sequences to enjoy. The second film discussed in this episode is a documentary about a famous chef, food writer and TV host. "Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain" is an interesting look at the life and death of this celebrity. Although Marie and Mike really liked it, their main complaint is that the film devotes a lot more time to Bourdain's personality than to the food he sampled on his televised trips around the world.
Did you know there are many things we can do at home to conserve energy and be more energy efficient? Dragon Digital Radio’s Cris Oviedo talks with HCC’S Environmental Health & Safety Supervisor, Bob Marietta, about the difference between the two, what you can start doing at home today, and how these changes may not only help our planet but your finances too!
As we kickoff our Operation Backpack campaign, it is important to remember who the campaign is about. Our goal is to collect 2500 backpacks and school supplies for the low-income children and families in our region. Dulce Santos, Community School Coordinator for Carrollton Elementary School in Prince Georges County, Maryland shares about the need for support in the PG County School system.
HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss film censorship in this podcast episode. That general subject is inevitable considering they are talking about a new British film, "Censor," whose main character is employed as a government film censor in the 1980s. Although Marie and Mike found this film to be disappointing on various levels, they agree that a bad film can lead to a good discussion. Although the second film discussed during this episode does not directly concern film censorship, the edgy subject matter in "Zola" may raise an eyebrow. Based on a Twitter thread, this feature film concerns two young women who work as exotic dancers in Florida. The film's jittery pace and superficial characterization bothered Mike, but he and Marie both liked this film's energy.
The new screen version of Lin-Manuel Miranda's 2008 Broadway musical "In the Heights" has energetic production numbers filling the streets of the Upper West Side neighborhood of Washington Heights. Its Puerto Rican, Cuban and Dominican characters deal with issues of identity and aspiration that prompt HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano to describe the plot as an "Upper West Side Story." Interestingly, Miranda also serves as an executive producer for the second film discussed in this podcast episode, the documentary "Rita Moreno: Just a Girl Who Decided to Go For It." Now 89, the Puerto Rican-born, New York City-raised Moreno won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Anita in the 1961 screen version of the musical "West Side Story." Although she explains that her screen career was hindered by Hollywood producers trying to typecast her, she dealt with it by branching out into other media. Indeed, Moreno also has won a Tony Award, two Emmy Awards and a Grammy Award.
Co-hosts Judy Templeton and Carolyn Kelemen welcomed triple threat Bruce Nelson to the latest edition of “Razzle Dazzle” radio/podcast. Not only can Bruce sing, dance, and, of course act - he’s won numerous awards for his stage work - now he can add radio director. Bruce managed to tell stories galore as well as working the computer. As they say in this business, the show must go on…and what a show it is!
Join Cris and Juli for a discussion about the easing of COVID-19 restrictions and impact on mental health. In this episode we talk about boundaries, the power of walking away, how to give ourselves permission to take care of our mental health, and the importance of throwing out body talk.
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Vin Diesel is unlikely to ever win an Academy Award for his acting, but he is totally convincing as he drives cars in the "Fast and the Furious" franchise. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss the latest installment, "F9," in which his character goes up against some world domination-oriented bad guys and also makes a pit stop to repair a fractured relationship with a brother played by John Cena. Although Mike is hardly a fan of this noisy franchise, he agrees with Marie that it is fun watching action sequences that defy the laws of physics. Turning to something entirely different, Marie and Mike also talk about what they both call a must-see music documentary, "Summer of Soul." It has terrific footage from a series of concerts held in a park in Harlem in 1969, as well as fresh interviews in which performers and audience members look back at that culturally important event. The performers include Mahalia Jackson, Mavis Staples, Nina Simone, Stevie Wonder, B.B. King, Sly and the Family Stone, Gladys Knight and the Pips, the Fifth Dimension and the Edwin Hawkins Singers. Wow!
In this episode of Reflections on Life, Liz interviews Kellyn Mahan, a recent addition to the board of the Little Patuxent Review (LPR). Kellyn speaks of her love of and commitment to good literature and its role in bringing the humanistic perspective to our lives today, in contrast to so much currently going on in our troubled world. They are joined by Brian England who chairs the board of LPR and shares Kellyn’s love of literature.
Do you want to be a super hero? Cris Oviedo and the Red Cross bring you the chance to become one! It really is simple, all you need to do is donate blood and you could save up to 4 lives. Don't log off this morning and learn all about the importance of donating blood, having a diverse blood bank, which is sickle cell or malciform cells, and much more.
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Kofi, Sylvia, and Laura discuss Charles Yu’s Interior Chinatown. A novel written in the form of a screenplay for a movie, Interior Chinatown explores the history and the identity of Asian Americans, particularly focusing on stereotypes like Generic Asian Man and Kung Fu Guy. At times funny and at times absurd, the novel shines light on not just the interior of the Golden Palace but also the interior life of Willis Wu. Kofi, Sylvia, and Laura share their different takes on the novel.
A German film director who has been getting a lot of attention on the art house circuit, Christian Petzold makes psychological thrillers that also have elements of magical realism. His new film, "Undine," stars Paula Beers as an historian in Berlin who has complicated relationships with two men. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss how that realistic contemporary setting also supports more enigmatic interpretations related to a myth about a water sprite capable of taking human form. This intriguing film made, yes, a splash with critics. The second film discussed in this episode could hardly be more different. "Street Gang: How We Got to Sesame Street" goes through the history of that culturally significant TV show. True to its subject, this documentary makes it fun to learn about "Sesame Street."
Howard Community College offers Maryland’s only Biomedical Engineering Technology Apprenticeship Program that provides an Associate of Applied Science degree which apprentices earn upon completion. Biomedical equipment technicians (BMETs) install, maintain and repair medical equipment used in hospitals, clinics and other patient care locations. Dragon Digital Radio’s Cris Oviedo, talks with Miguel Mateo, a BMET student at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital and his mentor, Adam Shelter, Director of Clinical Engineering. HCC’s Director of Apprenticeships and Workforce Innovation also joins the conversation.
It’s often hard to talk about sex with a partner, parent, or healthcare provider, but it is essential that young people are empowered to talk about and take control of their sexual health. Join us for a discussion with the Howard County Health Department’s Reproductive Health Program Supervisor Jenna Mermer and student intern Emma Schreier as we talk about sexual health, things to think about before you have sex, consent, safer sex, birth control, and a walkthrough of a visit to the reproductive health clinic.
HCC has a new apprenticeship program and we want to tell you all about it! Join Cris Oviedo, AT&T Project Manager Brenda Anderson, and HCC’s Director of Apprenticeship and Workforce Innovation Adrienne Summers, to learn about the new Linux Apprenticeship and how you can obtain A+, Network+ and Security+ industry certification , and a federal security clearance, all while studying and working at the same time!
Sports underdog stories tend to be formulaic, but they can also be really enjoyable. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss an inspirational film based on a true story, "Dream Horse," in which Toni Collette portrays a working-class woman in a charming Welsh village who decides to raise a race horse. She may not know much about racing, but she's determined and, moreover, she and her neighbors form a business collective to train a horse that's aptly named Dream Alliance. This is such a crowd-pleasing film that even Mike liked it. The remainder of the episode is spent discussing an Australian crime drama, "The Dry," in which Eric Bana stars as a cop returning to his home town in order to investigate a murder case involving a friend of his from high school. The cop also finds himself investigating the mysterious drowning years ago of his teen girlfriend. Although Marie and Mike had a lukewarm response to the film's slow space and confusing use of flashbacks, it definitely held their interest.
John Waters has made every one of his movies in his native city of Baltimore, and so in their own quirky way they qualify as demented home movies. His cult classics "Pink Flamingos" (1972) and "Female Trouble" (1974) are, to phrase it politely, challenges to conventional notions about good taste. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano agree that these early films retain their shock value. Although Waters' camp sensibility has remained consistent throughout his career, he eventually worked with larger budgets and even some Hollywood stars in later films including "Polyester" (1981), "Hairspray" (1988), "Cry-Baby" (1990), "Serial Mom" (1994) and "Cecil B. Demented" (2000). As a film director, author, stand-up comedian, visual artist, and all-around cultural commentator, John Waters remains a Baltimore treasure.
Kofi, Sylvia, and Laura share what they have on their lists for “beach reading” and each take on a challenge to read something outside their comfort zone. Listen in to find out what they’re reading!
It's notable that Meryl Streep has won three Academy Awards, but the truly impressive number is that she has received a total of 21 Academy Award nominations. HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano definitely have plenty of films to talk about in this podcast episode! Surveying her early career, Marie and Mike are struck by how quickly she makes a name for herself with supporting roles in "The Deer Hunter" (1978) and "Kramer vs. Kramer" (1979), followed by what is surely one of her greatest lead roles in "Sophie's Choice" (1982). Seemingly with an accent for every occasion, Streep's career also alternates between serious dramas and silly comedies. And, yes, she even sings in a few of her movies. Among the many other films discussed are "Out of Africa" (1985), "The Bridges of Madison County" (1995), "The Devil Wears Prada" (2006), "Mama Mia!" (2008), "The Iron Lady" (2011) and "The Post" (2017).
For the current Razzle Dazzle Radio podcast, co-hosts Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton welcomed an international costume designer, a drag queen, and the co-ordinator of Gay Pride Month in Howard County. Let’s just call this one fabulous show. With its theme of “fantasy,” Lee Andersen showcased her magical creations and invited all, especially LGBTQIA, to her new location in the Long Reach Village of Columbia.KC Florenz shared beauty secrets as preparation for shows at Union Jacks and other locations. And we learned that our county celebrates PRIDE month in grand style…even carrying it over until October.
Laura Linney was once described by a critic as being "elegantly restrained." Highly regarded by her peers, this actor has received three Academy Award nominations and five Tony Award nominations. So, her talent has certainly been recognized. As HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano observe in this Podcast episode, however, Linney tends to handle her roles in such an understated manner that she has become a movie star without becoming a celebrity. Among the films that Marie and Mike discuss are "The Truman Show" (1998), "You Can Count On Me" (2000), "The Squid and the Whale" (2005) and "The Nanny Diaries" (2007).
Did you know that 1 out of every 3 bites of our food comes thanks to the work of pollinators? Bees, butterflies, and other insects and small mammals are busy at work throughout the day carrying pollen from plant to plant that in turn becomes the fruits, veggies and seeds we enjoy. Stay with Cris Oviedo and HCC’s Environmental Health and Safety Supervisor, Bob Marrietta, to learn more about these little friends, their impact on our food and environment, things you can do at home to protect them, why you should choose native plants for your home garden this year, and more.
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It's such a perfect biographical detail that the young Quentin Tarantino worked as a video store clerk, and one can imagine him eagerly telling customers what they should watch. In his own case that meant viewing both classic films and exploitation pictures. Seemingly all of that film history gets referenced in his films as a writer and director, which are discussed by HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano in this Podcast episode. Tarantino is such a provocative and popular director that Marie and Mike really enjoy using such films as "Reservoir Dogs" (1992), "Pulp Fiction" (1994) and "Django Unchained" (2012) in some of their courses here at the college.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job outlook for electricians is expected to grow by an impressive 20% through 2022, significantly exceeding the national average for all occupations.” IEC Website. If you want to be part of that 20%, and are considering a career in the electrical field, HCC has a perfect opportunity through their electrical apprenticeship program. Spend the next hour with Independent Electrical Contractors representative, Grant Shmelzer, HCC’s Director of Apprenticeship and Workforce Innovation, Adrienne Summers, and Cris Oviedo, and learn how you can study, work, and make a living while taking your electrical career to the next level.
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Frances McDormand recently won her third Academy Award for Best Actress for "Nomadland" (2020). In Hollywood history, that puts her just behind Katharine Hepburn, who won four of them. HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano devote this podcast episode to McDormand's impressive career. She made her screen debut in the Coen Brothers' "Blood Simple" (1984) and, indeed, she married Joel Coen that same year. McDormand won her first Oscar for her iconic role as a pregnant sheriff who brings criminals to justice in the Coen Brothers' "Fargo" (1996) and her second Oscar for ferociously embodying the mother of a murder victim in "Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri" (2017). She often plays tough characters and is not interested in looking like a conventional movie star. It's all about immersing herself in non-glamorous roles.
Kofi, Sylvia, and Laura discuss Deeshaw Philyaw's The Secret Lives of Church Ladies, a short story collection that won the 2021 PEN/Faulkner Award for Fiction. Philyaw's stories look at the interior lives of Black women with a focus on themes of mother-daughter relationships, identity, coming-of-age, the Black church, and sex. In this episode, Kofi, Sylvia, and Laura focus on their impressions of three stories: "How to Make Love to a Physicist," "Jael," and "Snowfall." Also, find out their book recommendations to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (May).
Everybody likes Tom Hanks. His Everyman qualities have made him one of the most popular Hollywood actors ever since he first made a splash with "Splash" (1984). On this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano talk about such career highlights as "Big" (1988), "A League of Their Own" (1992), "Philadelphia" (1993), "Forrest Gump" (1994), "Saving Private Ryan" (1998), "The Green Mile" (1999), "Captain Phillips" (2013), "Sully" (2016) and "A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood" (2019). Indeed, Marie and Mike have to talk even faster than their usual fast in order to share their observations about this Academy Award-winning actor.
Want to find out what’s happening in downtown Columbia? Or look back at the beginnings of outdoor celebrations like the Lakefront and Merriweather Post Pavilion? Tune in to Razzle Dazzle Radio’s latest edition with co-hosts Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton. Their guests are the beloved “Mr. B,” a.k.a. Tom Brzezinski and Ian Kennedy], Executive Director of the Downtown Columbia Arts and Culture Commission. Both men are committed to fostering the growth of arts and culture in Columbia. They offer lots of tidbits and advice on what to see and do this summer in “The New City.” And they provide the much-needed humor during these trying times.
What's the 211 Podcast is joined by NAMI Maryland to discuss Mental Health month and resources available in Maryland to support anyone with their mental health needs.
In acknowledgment of Memorial Day, we are talking with retired Chief Warrant Officer 2 Joseph Bachota, our very own Chaplain of the Carolinas. Chaplain Joe shares how faith and ministry drove his 20 years of service, including four combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. Join Vision and Voices this month and help us honor our military who gave their all for our country.
Who qualifies as Hollywood royalty today? In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano agree that Angelina Jolie stands tall among the current movie star lineup. Whether standing next to Brad Pitt or on her own, she has received as much celebrity journalism coverage as any star on the scene. Her breakthrough role was "Girl, Interrupted" (1999), for which she won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, and she has been a reliable presence ever since. In the box office hit "Maleficent" (2014), for instance, this supremely confident actress seems perfectly at ease wearing horns on her head. Marie and Mike also discuss Jolie's work as a screenwriter and director in films including "In the Land of Blood and Honey" (2011). Add in her humanitarian work and her large family, and, well, it takes an action hero to get it all done.
Born into a working-class family, Lucille Fay le Sueur won a Charleston contest and began a dance career that resulted in a Hollywood contract with MGM in 1925. The studio changed her name to the movie theater marquee-friendly Joan Crawford and showcased her flapper energy in "Our Dancing Daughters" (1928). HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano devote this podcast episode to an iron-willed actor who achieved major stardom in the 1930s with movies including "The Women" (1939). When her MGM roles in the early 1940s were less well received by critics and audiences, Crawford displayed her impressive survival skills by signing with Warner Bros. and making the film that finally won her the Academy Award for Best Actress, "Mildred Pierce" (1945). A compelling fusion of maternal melodrama and film noir, "Mildred Pierce" is essential viewing. Crawford went on to make some of her best melodramas in the 1940s and 1950s. As for her later career, the must-see film is "What Ever Happened To Baby Jane?"(1962), in which Joan Crawford and Bette Davis play sisters who hate each other. Come to think of it, Joan Crawford and Bette Davis hated each other
What's the 211 podcast was joined by Baltimore City Council President, Nick J. Mosby to discuss the council's first 100 days and how his office is engaging Baltimore City residents.
Baltimore native Barry Levinson became a major Hollywood film director, but he never forgot his hometown. Indeed, Levinson's heart and his camera returned to Charm City to make "Diner" (1982), "Tin Men" (1987), "Avalon" (1990) and "Liberty Heights" (1999). As HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano observe in this podcast episode, Levinson's Baltimore films showcase how well he works with actors, encouraging them to improvise and help develop their characters; and the careful production design in these period films is a testament to the high degree of craftsmanship that one finds throughout Levinson's career. His best films also include "Good Morning Vietnam" (1987), "Rain Man" (1988), "Bugsy" (1991), "Wag the Dog" (1997) and "You Don't Know Jack" (2010).
Although Ellen Burstyn made her stage debut in the 1950s and also was acting in television and film during the 1960s, she did not have a career breakthrough until "The Last Picture Show" in 1971. She received an Academy Award nomination as Best Supporting Actress for her role as a restless, middle-aged housewife. In this podcast episode, HCC film professors Marie Westhaver and Mike Giuliano discuss an actor whose eclectic filmography ranges from big-budget Hollywood movies to small-budget independent films. Burstyn won the Academy Award as Best Actress for "Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore" (1975), and her other notable films include "The Exorcist" (1973), "Same Time Next Year" (1978), "Resurrection" (1980) and "Requiem for a Dream" (2000). Widely respected by her fellow actors, Burstyn has served as president of both the Actors Studio and Actors Equity.
Care to spend a half hour with one of Maryland’s true treasures? Valerie Lash, actor, coach, director, producer, teacher and bonne vivante joins co-hosts Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton on the latest edition of Razzle Dazzle Radio. From her Baltimore roots - some juicy tidbits of those early years in theater - to her role as Dean at HCC and now full-time professor in Arts & Humanities, Valerie shares stories and poignant tales and answers questions from her peers. You won’t be disappointed.
“What happens when the citizens of a country no longer hear one another?” This is the question posed on the back cover of Ilya Kaminsky’s acclaimed book of poetry Deaf Republic. Join Kofi, Laura, and Sylvia as they discuss this question and how Kaminsky’s poems resonate with our own country’s legacy of oppression and resistance.