Best Rachann Mayer Podcasts (2025)

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The Magic of the North Pole - Reindeer in the Poconos 12-08-2025 31:38

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From the Arctic to the Poconos, Rachann Mayer and Cassandra Hoover, of Spruce Ridge Reindeer Farm, explore the wonder of reindeer, the science of antlers and the challenge of ecosecurity. Listeners will discover how one woman's passion has turned a reindeer farm into a successful agritourism location, blending education, magic, and care for the her…

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Equine Herpes Virus: Connecting Symptoms, Spread, and Safety 11-26-2025 23:09

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Whether you are a horse owner, barn manager, or industry professional, this episode connects information from The Equiery, Maryland State Veterinarian Jennifer Trout DVM, and Krista Estell DVM of the Equine Disease Communication Center (EDCC) about Equine Herpes Virus-1 (EHV-1), a contagious disease potentially affecting the Horse Industry in Maryl…

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Thanksgiving 2025 Message 11-24-2025 1:19

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Happy Holidays from all of us here at Raising Connections Media Company and Mariah-Belle Manor Kennel! Support the show www.raisingconnections.comBy Rachann Mayer

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Luci's Pet Pantry - All-Natural Pet Treats with Simple Ingredients and Love in Every Bite 11-17-2025 28:57

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Rachann Mayer and Joshua Shores explore the journey from spent beer grains to freeze-dried pet treats. Discover how a young girl's passion for baking, combined with her father's expertise in breweries and restaurants, created a locally sourced, successful pet treat company. Their story celebrates simple, wholesome, human grade ingredients for dogs,…

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Canine Companions - How a Puppy Becomes a Tail-Wagging Hero, Providing Independence for People with Special Needs. 11-10-2025 30:38

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Ever wonder how a playful pup becomes a life-changing companion? Go behind the scenes with Rachann and her guest Kim Doyle as they talk about the inspiring work of Canine Companions, the largest non-profit provider of service dogs nationwide. This episode talks about puppy raising and socialization to professional training and placement in roles li…

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Native Wisdom: Seasonal Garden Tips to Support Insects and Preserve Habitat Harmony 11-03-2025 32:42

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What does it really mean to garden with nature in mind? Rachann Mayer and Master Gardener, Laura O'Callahan, discuss how native plants, leaf litter and seasonal habits- like winterizing and fall planting can create thriving habitats for insects and other invertebrates. From white oak trees that support hundreds of caterpillar species to the surpris…

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Can Farmers Take Vacations? From Paws to Hooves – The Life Path of a Licensed Farm and Pet Sitter 10-27-2025 31:14

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Meet Angie Palmisano, the animal sitter who does it all – from pigs to pups and horses to house cats. Rachann and Angie explore what it means to be an insured, licensed, and bonded animal sitter. Angie shares how communication, training, and tailored care make every vacation worry free. From building lasting relationships with clients to maintainin…

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Dog Fitness, Mischief, and Manners -- Training for Everyday Life 10-20-2025 28:16

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Whether you're raising a sport dog or a pet companion, wellness starts with understanding behavior, arousal, and training thresholds. This podcast explores how anxiety, biting, and over-stimulation can signal deeper needs, and how desensitization, obedience, and fitness routines can help. Learn about breed disposition and emotional needs, from jazz…

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Cornfusion - Agritourism before Agritourism was Cool! 10-13-2025 29:49

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Get Lost - in the best possible way at Cornfusion Corn Maze! Lisa Showvaker shares 23 years of experience in corn mazes, Christmas Trees, and agritourism. This year's Cornfusion theme "Wonderland Adventure" offers four acres of corn mazes with twists, turns, giggles and fun for all ages. https://www.hayrides.com/cornfusion#google_vignette Support t…

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Cultivating Innovation - Moving Maryland Agriculture Fearlessly Forward with Dean Wendy Powers, University of Maryland 09-29-2025 29:42

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"We get by with a little help from our friends....The best education is experienced with open minds and creative problem solving." How to fill 100,000 Agriculturally based positions. Join Wendy Powers, Dean of the University of Maryland's Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources as she talks with Rachann. Home | College of Agriculture & Natu…

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Carroll County Agritourism Passport Encourages Farm Marketing, Advocacy, and Outreach 09-22-2025 26:00

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Diana Hare, Agricultural Development Specialist for the Carroll County Department of Economic Development, talks with Rachann about the world of Agritourism. Hear about small farms, regenerative farming, animals, produce, and rural innovation - where corn mazes meet commerce, and marketing meets meaning. They explore how initiatives like the Agrito…

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Need Funding for your Farm Journey? Horizon Farm Credit - More Than a Loan, It's Building Relationships. 09-15-2025 23:19

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At Horizon Farm Credit, Agricultural Relationship Specialists, like Lindsay Murphey, our guest on this week's podcast, play a vital role in cultivating connections by developing personalized financial solutions. Learn how co-operatives return value through patronage programs, dividends, and stock - and how Horizon Farm Credit helps members thrive t…

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Inside the Helmet Lab at Virginia Tech - Where Research Meets Real World Impact 09-08-2025 35:15

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Explore the biomechanics of skull and brain injuries with Steven Rowson, PhD, director of the Virginia Tech Helmet Lab, as he and Rachann discuss how the groundbreaking work of the lab has innovated the STAR (Summation of Tests for the Analysis of Risk) rating system, providing data to helmet manufacturers to improve helmet safety for various sport…

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Milk House Brewery- It's Not Just About the Beer, It's About Nurturing the Community 08-25-2025 36:59

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Founder of Milk House Brewery, Tom Barse, talks with Rachann about navigating the world of alternative agriculture with passion. They explore how agricultural preservation, agritourism, and value-added products are reshaping rural economies. Whether it's identifying Monocacy hops, feeding spent grains to cows, using sheep to 'weed' the hop fields, …

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Zoo Poo to Power: Maryland Zoo's Composting Blueprint 08-18-2025 30:32

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Common sense composting - behind the scenes at Maryland Zoo, transforming (converting) 140 tons of manure in 2024 into gallons of natural methane gas as renewable and sustainable bio energy. The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore BTS Bioenergy Home Bioenergy DevCo's Jessup, MD Facility Plans to Reduce Greenhouse Emissions, Curb Solid Waste - American Biogas…

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Dog Days and Green Ways: Comfort and Care with a Personal Touch 08-11-2025 30:11

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Mariah-Belle Manor Kennel has a 20 year history of redefining what it means to board your dog with comfort and care through their personal touch. Mariah-Belle Manor Kennel understands that leaving your dog at a kennel can be a tough decision. Tune in as they discuss their kennel enrichments, soundproofing, HVAC & Ventilation, pet care contracts, an…

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Sound Hooves, Sound Business: The Farrier's Craft 08-04-2025 20:02

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Where craftsmanship meets commerce - explore the world of farriering, from its artistry and understanding of equine physiology to the practical realities of running a fee-for-service business. Learn how farriers juggle self-employment, equipment and medical costs, and the importance of mentorship and injury prevention. We also discuss a horse's wel…

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Reunited and It Feels So Good! How AKC Reunite and Microchipping Are Saving Pets Across America 07-28-2025 38:14

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In this inspiring interview, Rachann sits down with the President and CEO of AKC Reunite, Tom Sharp. AKC Reunite is a leading force in pet recovery and disaster relief and has helped bring thousands of beloved animals back home through the power of microchipping and RFID technology. We explore the life-saving role of microchips and the universal ha…

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Farriers- The Art, Balance, & Science of the Trade 07-21-2025 20:10

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Horseshoes bring more than Good Luck! From the sparks of apprenticeship to the rigors of certification, four farriers share their more than 100 combined years of experience, as well as their stories of commitment to equine hoof wellness. Maryland Farriers Association - Home American Farrier's Association Pre-Certification Clinics - American Farrier…

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Changing the Lead - Laura Lane-Unsworth Takes the Reins at the Maryland Horse Council 07-14-2025 27:33

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Pastures to Policies - Seated President Laura Lane-Unsworth talks about her trail to the Maryland Horse Council (MHC) Presidency and her vision to collaborate and connect with our Maryland equine community, through representation, education, and the benefits of MHC membership. The Maryland Horse Council Support the show www.raisingconnections.com…

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Beyond the Blinking - The Charismatic Role of Fireflies 07-07-2025 31:20

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Dr. DJ McNeil joins us today to talk about fireflies, also known as lightning bugs. They are bioluminescent beetles that use rhythmic light flashes to communicate and attract mates. Through a chemical reaction in their abdomen, they produce a captivating glow. To hear more about their lifespan, from larvae to firefly, their roles as predator to slu…

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Maryland Vacation Vibes, State Line to Shoreline!! 06-30-2025 30:41

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On this episode of Raising Connections, Rachann takes us back in time to some of our favorite summer programs. Enjoy cut flowers, creamery products, honeybees, and Ocean City! You can hear the entire programs on Buzzsprout or wherever you listen to podcasts. https://www.tierrabloomsflowers.com https://southmountaincreamery.com https://masterbeekeep…

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Warrior Canine Connection 06-23-2025 32:30

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The Warrior Canine Connection is a non-profit organization that helps veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress and brain injuries train service dogs for other veterans. Warrior Canine Connection utilizes a Mission Based Trauma Recovery model to help recovering Warriors reconnect with life, their families, their communities, and each other. Tod…

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Carroll County Master Gardeners 06-16-2025 32:17

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Do you know your soil type and what kinds of flowers and vegetables grow best in it? Members of the Carroll County Master Gardeners can help you! In this week's episode, Rachann talks with Laura and Marti, two gardeners who raise native plants and heirloom vegetables. Master Gardeners are available to answer your questions at county libraries, the …

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The Annual Carroll County Celtic Festival 06-09-2025 29:44

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Rachann talks with Nancy and Michael, organizers of the Carroll County Celtic Festival taking place on Saturday and Sunday, June 14th and 15th at the Carroll County Ag Center in Westminster. Enjoy Irish music and dancing, Scottish Highland games, vendors, food, and so much more! Support the show www.raisingconnections.com…

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The William F. Moran Museum and Bladesmith Academy 06-02-2025 24:02

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On this episode of Raising Connections, Rachann talks with Robert Wilson, director of the William F. Moran Museum and Foundation and the executive director of the WF Moran Bladesmith and Artisan Academy located in Middletown, Maryland. Honoring the legacy of Bill Moran, a renowned self-taught local bladesmith, the museum offers classes in knife-mak…

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Summer Activities at Carroll County Recreation and Parks 05-26-2025 20:51

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What are you doing this summer? Do you need something to keep the kids active and entertained? Check out this episode of Raising Connections as Rachann talks with Bob Hicks, Director of the Carroll County Department of Recreation and Parks, about all the fun, local programs offered at over 30 county parks this summer! Support the show www.raisingco…

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Carroll Singers Community Chorus 05-19-2025 31:59

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On this episode of Raising Connections, Rachann has a very interesting chat with Julie Richard, retired Carroll County Public School choral music teacher and artistic director of Carroll Singers, an adult choral group dedicated to supporting the performance of choral music in Carroll County. Carroll Singers presents “Sun, Moon, and Stars” on Monday…

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Spotted Lanternflies with Kevin Atticks 05-12-2025 25:21

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In this rebroadcast from May 2023, Maryland Secretary of Agriculture Kevin Atticks joins Rachann to talk about the Spotted Lanternflies, an invasive species that, although it's not harmful to humans directly, drains the sap from grapevines and certain fruit trees causing yields to suffer. Learn what we can do to help stop them. Support the show www…

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Author Valerie Ormond 05-05-2025 23:06

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Rachann talks with Valerie Ormond, retired Naval intelligence officer and award-winning author of both fiction and non-fiction books. Support the show www.raisingconnections.comBy Rachann Mayer

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MREC with Bill McKenna and Amy Guilford 04-28-25 31:24

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Does it really matter if couples get and stay married? Research has shown that marriage can lead to better lives for children, more financial stability, and stronger communities. Rachann talks with Bill McKenna, a long time Carroll County teacher and coach, and his daughter Amy Guilford, about the Marriage and Relationship Education Center. They te…

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Buckwild Truck and Tractor Pull 04-23-2025 22:58

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Rachann talks with Bill Stem, President of the Carroll County Ag Center, about the Buckwild Truck and Tractor Classic happening this weekend, April 25th and 26th at the Ag Center in Westminster, Maryland. Gates open Friday at 4 pm. Admission is $15 per day or $25 for a weekend pass. Kids 8 and under admitted free! Support the show www.raisingconnec…

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DC EMS Sharon Moulton and Brew, her Crisis Intervention German Shepherd 04-21-2025 28:37

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Rachann's guests on this episode are Sharon Moulton, an EMS and Crisis Intervention Canine Handler for Washington DC, and her dog Brew. They discuss the dog's role in disaster relief and peer comfort and support. Support the show www.raisingconnections.comBy Rachann Mayer

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Frisky's Wildlife Sanctuary 04-14-2025 31:54

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Rchann talks with Colleen "Frisky" Layton about her work at Frisky's Wildlife and Primate Sanctuary in Woodstock, Maryland. For 50 years, she has been rehabilitating sick and injured wildlife and returning them to the wild. Colleen is a licensed Master Wildlife Rehabilitator and Federal Permit holder. Frisky's is inspected by the United States Depa…

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Maryland Horse Industry Board 04-07-2025 31:22

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Rachann talks with Anne Litz, the new Executive Director of the Maryland Horse Industry Board. Anne, a true "horse girl", tells us how to make a career out of your passion! Support the show www.raisingconnections.comBy Rachann Mayer

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The Importance of Honeybees with Garett Slater 03-31-2025 24:50

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Garett Slater, PHD, is an assistant professor at Texas A&M University, working with the extension office to educate students about honeybees and their importance to pollination and agriculture. Support the show www.raisingconnections.comBy Rachann Mayer

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Mariah-Belle Manor Kennel Celebrates 20 Years! 03-24-2025 28:54

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The tables are turned this week as Robin Temple and Michelle Henderson interview Rachann about the 20th anniversary of the opening of Mariah-Belle Manor Kennel. They talk about the history of the property and all the growth that the kennel has experienced since 2005 Support the show www.raisingconnections.com…

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Circle D Farm and Camp 03-20-2025 27:00

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Rachann talks with Kate Dowd of Circle D Farm and Camp in Woodbine, Maryland. Originally a family-owned dairy farm, it now houses a tennis facility, a wedding venue, a catering facility, and a summer day camp for children. For information, visit circledfarm.com. Support the show www.raisingconnections.com…

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We're Back! Choice's Final Fight 3:08

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Rachann wants to thank everyone for their patience and understanding during this difficult time. 2024 was a year of loss for her and her family and Living Life Tails Up's happy bubbles were hard to find.By Rachann Mayer

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FFA with Joe Linthicum 03-06-2025 24:54

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Carroll County born and bred Joe Linthicum spent 42 years teaching Agriculture at Francis Scott Key High School in Union Bridge, Maryland. He also coached girl's softball and was the FFA advisor for most of those years. Since he retired from teaching a couple of years ago, he is still very active in the FFA Alumni and sits on several ag boards in t…

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Emergency Recovery and Trail Maintenance in Wildland Parks 02-27-2025 26:57

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Crystal Pickett of the Maryland Horse Council and Carey MacIntosh of the Lisbon Volunteer Fire Company join Rachann to discuss Maryland Senate Bill 968. The bill was introduced in Howard County to allow groups that use the Wildlands portion of the Patuxent Park to use mechanized or motorized equipment to maintain the trails so that emergency crews …

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Commander Speaks by Jody Jaffe 02-23-25 24:43

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Rachann talks with Jody Jaffe, author of several mystery novels, the latest of which is titled "Commander Speaks". The new book is about an imported German horse that communicates with a horse communicator about things that he sees going on in the barn, some very sinister! Support the show www.raisingconnections.com…

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Blue Ridge Veterinary Blood Bank 02-16-2025 23:26

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Rachann talks with Jocelyn Pratt, director of the Blue Ridge Blood Bank, based in Purcellville, Virginia. The blood bank supplies canine blood to veterinary hospitals all over the United States. They are looking for blood donors in Maryland to keep up with the constant need. Support the show www.raisingconnections.com…

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Women in Agriculture 02-09-2025 21:16

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University of Maryland College of Agriculture Faculty Member Shannon Dill, Extension County Ag Agent on the Eastern Shore based in Talbot County, talks with Rachann about Extension Agents and what they do as connectors between farmers and the University. Support the show www.raisingconnections.comBy Rachann Mayer

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Rose Hill Manor Park and Museum 02-02-2025 26:53

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Delve into the history of Rose Hill Manor Park and Museum in Frederick, Maryland. Rachann talks with museum manager Amanda Venable about the 40-acre property that was once the retirement home of Governor Thomas Johnson. It is now a hands-on children's museum, a farm and transportation museum, and offers tours and summer programs. Support the show w…

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Four County Quilters Guild 01-26-2025 23:38

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Rachann talks with Melinda Horner, a representative of the Four County Quilters Guild, which meets in Mount Airy, Maryland. The guild gets together and quilts, talks about quilting, and welcomes anyone whether they have been involved in quilting or not. They'll teach you how! Support the show www.raisingconnections.com…

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Kingdom Horse Trailers 01-19-2025 23:38

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Ken Moss, owner and operator of Kingdom Horse Trailers in Elkton, Maryland, talks with Rachann about his trailer business, how it got its start, and his response to the recent flooding in North Carolina. The need for basic supplies was so great, so Ken decided to load up a trailer with supplies donated by the generous folks of Harford and Cecil Cou…

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Mount Airy Attorney Tim Barkley 01-12-2025 24:39

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Do you have a will? What about a Power of Attorney? Rachann talks with local attorney Tim Barkley about his Mount Airy practice, estate planning, and guiding people through transitions. Support the show www.raisingconnections.comBy Rachann Mayer

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Cranberries with Kevin Dayhoff 01-05-2025 23:43

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Did you ever wonder where Cranberry Mall got its name? Rachann talks with Westminster native Kevin Dayhoff about the town of Cranberry, which was a thriving metropolis with cranberry bogs, whiskey distilleries, and other businesses. What happened to the town? Tune in to find out! Support the show www.raisingconnections.com…

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2024 Scrap Book of our Favorite Episodes 12-29-24 23:33

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As 2024 comes to a close, join us as Rachann shares parts of her favorite episodes from the past year! From the History of Ocean City to the Museum of the Dog in New York City, from the Mount Airy Disaster Relief Fund to the Health Care Coordinator at Mariah-Belle Manor Pet Services, dive into some great 2024 programs. Support the show www.raisingc…