This week on the podcast, two stories about memorable meals.

Host Jason Michael Perry moderates a live panel for the World Trade Center Institute’s AGILE Global Innovation Series, digging into what quantum actually is, why it matters, and how Maryland became a powerhouse in the global quantum race.

CCBC student Kate Slone explores how lighting can completely transform the emotion of a film scene. From low, shadowy lighting that builds tension to bright, high-key setups that radiate joy, lighting choices are one of the most powerful storytelling tools in cinematography.

In this story, the physically disabled “Hop-Frog,” a victim of a war, is made to work for a cruel and brutish dictator. Together with his tiny love Tripetta, Hop-Frog sets the stage for a comeuppance for the king.

Host Jason Michael Perry sits down with Andy Janaitis, founder of PPC Pitbulls, to unpack what happens when Google search traffic falls to zero — and how businesses can survive the shift. As search engines turn into answer engines and clicks give way to conversations, Jason and Andy explore how SEO, PPC, and digital advertising are evolving in real time.

CCBC engineering major Gary Hubble takes listeners on a journey through the world’s most influential film festivals — including Cannes, Sundance, and the Toronto International Film Festival.

This week on the podcast, three stories about reconnecting with long-lost and never-known family.

One thing we know for sure is that people are passionate about it. Formstone, created here in Baltimore!

Host Jason Michael Perry sits down with Will Gee, founder and CEO of Balti Virtual, to unpack the mixed-reality moment: the sudden wave of headsets and AI-powered glasses from Meta, Apple, Samsung, and Amazon.

Host Scott dives into the ethics of documentary filmmaking — focusing on Grey Gardens (1975) by the Maysles brothers.