{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Maryland Now","title":"Season 2 Announcement","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/2a0545e9\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":81,"description":"Maryland Now is back! In this quick Season 2 teaser, hosts Dori Henry, Josh Kurtz, and David Nitkin drop big news about the upcoming season. Returning mid-August, the team previews a packed slate of hard-hitting topics, deep-dive reporting, and candid roundtable discussions on the biggest policy and political shifts facing the state.\nFrom exclusive statewide polling ahead of the election to crucial updates on healthcare, Baltimore’s redevelopment, and the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future, Season 2 is built to keep you informed on what matters most in Maryland politics and public affairs.\nKey Takeaways & Season 2 HighlightsSeason 2 Launch Date: The new season officially kicks off on Thursday, August 13th, with new episodes dropping every subsequent Thursday through the fall.Exclusive Statewide Polling: Episode 1 kicks off with an exclusive poll measuring Marylanders’ perspectives on the economy and key election issues—mapping out what voters are excited, concerned, and thinking about heading into the election.The Blueprint for Maryland's Future: Deep-dive reporting on the implementation, funding, and real-world impact of Maryland's landmark education policy reform.Healthcare Transformation: A critical look at upcoming changes and policy shifts affecting healthcare access and costs across the state.Redeveloping Downtown Baltimore: In-depth coverage of major urban redevelopment projects, economic strategies, and the future of Baltimore’s downtown core.\nNotable Quotes\"We're gonna start up again in mid-August, and we will kick off with a poll that is gonna measure Marylanders' views on the economy and some other issues as we head into an election...\"— Josh Kurtz\n\n\"We love the conversations with special guests around the table, and we also love the deep reporting. Those are great topics, and we hope our listeners enjoy it as much as we enjoy making it.\"— David Nitkin\nSponsored by Blended Public AffairsHave thoughts on an episode, a guest suggestion, or a story tip for...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/cWPrI2HtFRFi4-cEgG9AilW5PwDl7N2ksf_B2iAK6ck/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9mMjlm/MWRkNGZkYjQxNzZh/ZjI0NTRjNmVmNTg2/NjBjMC5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}