Maryland Our Maryland

Maryland Our Maryland is a podcast for people who love the state and want to understand it more deeply. Hosted by economist Dr. Anirban Basu and researcher Louis Miserendino, the show explores Maryland’s economy, history, culture, communities, and public life through lively conversation, data-driven analysis, and informed storytelling. New episodes feature thoughtful discussion on the issues, trends, people, and events shaping Maryland.

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  Episode #5

  #005 | Maryland’s Growth Divide: Where People Are Moving and Why

  Sep 15, 202631 minS0

  <p>In this podcast episode, Louis Miserendino and Dr. Anirban Basu discuss the demographic shifts occurring across Maryland. They identify Frederick, Queen Anne's, and Charles counties as the state's fastest-growing regions since 2020, noting Frederick County's growth of nearly 11.5 percent and its population surpassing 300,000. The discussion explores the 'pull factors' attracting residents to these areas, such as quality of life and economic dynamism, versus the 'push factors' driving people away from high-cost, high-traffic counties like Montgomery and Anne Arundel. The experts also critique the resulting suburban sprawl and debate the complexities of smart growth, infill development, and the economic disparities between...

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  #004 | Why Marylanders Are Leaving: Housing, Taxes, and the Cost of Staying

  Sep 1, 202640 minS0

  <p>In this podcast episode, host Louis Miserendino and Dr. Anirban Basu of Sage Policy Group discuss the declining economic value proposition of Maryland. They analyze data from the U-Haul growth index, noting Maryland's low ranking of 45 out of 50 states in terms of net domestic migration. The conversation explores why residents are moving to states like Texas, Florida, and North Carolina, citing lower costs of living, job creation in emerging sectors like AI, and more favorable tax environments. Dr. Basu highlights the impact of high state income taxes, estate and inheritance taxes, and restrictive zoning laws on housing affordability. They...

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  #003 | The Key Bridge and the Maryland Story, Part 2: The History Behind the Name

  Aug 25, 202627 minS0

  <p>In this episode of "Maryland Our Maryland," Louis Miserendino and Dr. Anirban Basu explore the historical context of the Francis Scott Key Bridge by delving into the War of 1812. The discussion details the British march through Maryland, the burning of Washington D.C., and the subsequent defense of Baltimore. The speakers highlight how the events leading to the writing of the "Star Spangled Banner" were a collective effort by various Marylanders, including figures like Francis Scott Key, John Stuart Skinner, and Dr. William Beans. The conversation also touches upon the complex legacy of Francis Scott Key regarding slavery and...

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  #002 | The Key Bridge and the Maryland Story, Part 1: Economic Impact

  Aug 18, 202625 minS0

  <p>In this episode of 'Maryland, Our Maryland', Louis Miserendino and Dr. Anirban Basu discuss the economic and social consequences of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. They examine the immediate financial impact on the Port of Baltimore, including an estimated loss of fifteen million dollars per day after the bridge collapse in March 2024, and the rising costs of reconstruction which have been pushed from 1.9 billion dollars to over 5.2 billion dollars due to supply chain issues and tariffs. The discussion also explores the logistical challenges for hazardous material trucks and the broader impact on the Baltimore Beltway. The segment transitions...

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  Episode #1

  #001 | How Well Do Marylanders Understand Their State?

  Jul 16, 202622 minS0

  <p>Welcome to the first episode of Maryland Our Maryland, a podcast for people who love Maryland and want to understand it more deeply.</p><p>Hosts Dr. Anirban Basu and Louis Miserendino begin the series by examining a survey from the Institute of Politics at UMBC that tested Marylanders’ knowledge of their state government and political system.</p><p>The results raise a larger question: how much should residents know about the institutions, elected officials, and financial decisions that shape life in Maryland?</p><h1>In This Episode</h1><p>Anirban and Louis discuss:</p>How many Marylanders know th...

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