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Fun filled episode in MoCo. There is some changes in the health world for MCPS in the county that could be effecting you. A brand new dog park has come out at Dewey Park with some amazing new facilities at an already amazing park! Alex shares about his favorite types of pizza that he calls "Maryland" style where it has the square shape and a flaky crust. Do you agree with Alex's list? Let us know on our social media. Someones favorite dishes may be the worst to some and great to others but Taste Moco works to provide the best possible lists. Alex deep dives into some of his personal tastes of food and what's going on around Pike & Rose.

In this episode WE TALK ABOUT THE BIRDS OKAY. WE ALL KNOW THERE ARE TOO MANY DANG BIRDS THEY CAN'T BE REAL. As well as other news.

In this edition of The MoCoShow, Alex and Michelle are joined by Daniel Garay, one of The MoCoShow’s interns. They kick off the show by recapping Stained Glass Pub’s dramatic win in TasteMoco’s Best Wings in MoCo tournament and discuss the MoCo wings scene. Recent store & restaurant openings/closings are discussed, and the crew profiles two sports figures with MoCo roots who have helped lead their teams to the playoffs this year; Alex and Daniel discuss their love for local teams. Alex discusses the Burtonsville Jerry’s upcoming rebrand to “Jeffrey’s”, and Daniel talks about the importance of the 2020 Census and how MoCo’s participation numbers stack up. The team closes the show with a discussion about a BIG name possibly taking over Office Depot’s Gaithersburg location.

Alex and Michelle are back after a short break from episode 100. Alex talks about a trip out of MoCo for some amazing food and we hear about what our audience wants to hear more about. The MoCo Eats contests are wrapping up the wings round and the competition as always are heated. Did your favorite win? In huge news we talk about Microsoft recent acquisition of local powerhouse game development company Bethesda / Zenimax. Alex talks about his experience fitting into a new role that teachers are quickly adapting to in order to best teach their students. Local police officer helps older resident of the county with special needs find their way home and we also talk about some amazing contests you can enter. That news and more every week here on the MoCo Show!

In the 100th episode MoCo spectacular, special guest Michael Winslow (Police Academy, Spaceballs) opens the show, Alex looks back on some memorable moments from the past 100 episodes, producer Seth drops by, and Alex and Michelle discuss Montgomery County's latest happenings.

As a thanks to all of you and to celebrate back to school time this year we've got a very special ad free episode! Alex and Michelle are hear to bring you their insight as two teachers in the county and what they expect. Learn about how the virtual classroom shift has come into all of our lives and see how technology has greatly helped them adapt over time. Please don't forget to support the show on all our social medias as next week is our largest, most anticipated episode yet number 100, make sure to listen in and celebrate with us.

In episode 99.5 of the MoCo Show Alex and Michelle discuss a new business “We Art Fun” coming to Germantown, and Michelle compares it to her first job at Color Me Mine. They talk about how renting movies has changed, as well as news on the Washington Football Team. Alex talks about a new frozen yogurt shop coming to the area, as well as another desert option in Rio. In the second section of the show, they discuss the new Wegman’s coming to MoCo, as well as some successful MoCo-Grown personalities and other new openings and closings.

In the most recent edition of The MoCo Show, Alex is joined by Michelle Katz. They open the show by discussing the Thai food MoCo Eats tournament, and how strong some people’s opinions are. Alex shares a local restaurant owner’s take on authenticity in terms of ethnic food as it pertains to the general public. Michelle shares some information about Mazza Gallerie closing down and being sold as a foreclosure. Alex talks about a local MoCo resident athlete who weighed in on the Big 10 postponing sports for the year. Alex talks about local restaurants temporarily closing, and other more permanent closings. Michelle provides her thoughts on the private school debate as it relates to reopening, as well as “Shop Maryland Tax Free Week” as Alex clarifies what that actually means. Alex talks about Julia Louis-Dreyfus growing up in MoCo, as well as The Real Housewives of Potomac. In the final section of the show, Alex and Michelle discuss some new openings, as well as a local MoCo resident who just umpired his first MLB game! Alex provides news on the new government agencies coming to downtown Wheaton. Patisserie Manuel Kitchen just announced that they will be providing free birthday cakes to families of children who can not afford a birthday cake themselves. Finally, Michelle gives an update on episodes 99.5 as well as the upcoming episode 100!

In this edition of The MoCo Show, Alex is joined by Michelle to discuss this weeks news and updates. Michelle and Alex discuss registering to vote and bond over some pro-voting concerts put on in the area back when they were in High School. Alex provides some updates on COVID-19 numbers and news, and reminisces on some old shops and stores they used to frequent in MoCo. Alex and Michelle talk about the new 10 PM law that prohibits the sale of alcohol after 10 PM, as well as some other new sanctions in response to the virus. There has been discussion of adding new districts to the area that would allow for more representation at the county council level. Alex talks about some new openings and closings in the area, as well as sub preferences between the different restaurants. Michelle and Alex close out the show by discussing some towns that are in MoCo as well as other places, navigation before GPS, and The MoCo Show online store!

In this episode of The MoCo Show, Alex is alone to discuss the conclusion of the Best Deli in MoCo Tournament, and some of his personal favorite picks. He discusses some news in the area, how COVID restrictions are impacting High School sports, as well as a recently successful giveaway held with the Montgomery County Mall. Alex discusses a video that showed lightning striking during a recent storm in the area, and a “hidden” basketball court in Rockville. Alex talks about the Washington Football Team and why he’s a supporter of theirs, given MD has a team in the Ravens. Alex talks some more about how COVID is impacting schools, as well as how residents of MoCo will begin to be able to receive at-home tests for the virus. He details what the reopening of Woodward High School, and how it will impact other area schools. Alex tells us about a local old-timer who was recently featured on the Major League Baseball website, and statistics on the percentage of people who are wearing masks in the area. Alex concludes the show by discussing COVID updates, some openings and closings, and MoCo History!

In episode 96 of The MoCo Show, Alex and Michelle begin by giving an update on the MCPS announcement to begin school entirely online. They share their insights as teachers, and discuss why they agree with the decision. They proceed to discuss the conclusion of the Greek Food MoCo Eats Tournament, and the beginning of the Best Deli in MoCo Tournament. Alex tells us about national hot dog (or glizzy) day, and some online encounters with MoCo-grown celebrities! Alex tells us about a massive burger he ate, and Michelle discusses some local food challenges that can potentially win someone a free bite! Alex talks about a goofy prankster, as well as some openings and closings in the area. Michelle and Alex discuss their experiences with some local attractions!

Alex and Michelle kick off episode 95 of The MoCo Show by discussing the results of the Indian food MoCo Eats Tournament, as well as the ongoing Greek food Tournament! Alex discusses his opinions, being of Grecian decent himself. They proceed in discussing new openings in the area, and some of their favorite dishes from the vendors! Alex and Michelle discuss their thoughts on favorite french fries, being that Monday was national french fries day. Michelle and Alex talk about reading preferences, given the MoCo Libraries beginning a new service where you can put books on hold. Alex discusses the new name change for the former Washington Redskins. After the first break, Alex and Michelle share their thoughts on the age distribution of COVID-19 positive people in Maryland. Being teachers, Alex and Michelle discuss the switch to virtual schooling for the upcoming year and some of issues it could cause, as well as alternative solutions. They elaborate on openings and closings in the area, and conclude the show by discussing government relief funding from COVID and some of the controversy around it, how to spell Michelle’s last name (Katz), and the Montgomery County Police Scanner. Additionally, they elaborate on how MoCo alcohol laws impact certain restaurants from coming to the area.

In episode 94 of the MoCo Show, we are joined by Nurit Coombe and Michelle Katz. Nurite gives us an update on the housing market and shares some specifics about the current interest rates. She discusses how things have changed with the COVID regulations, and details some of the most unique houses she's listed and sold! After Nurit departs, Alex and Michelle discuss their takes on the recent MoCo Eats Tournaments, listing their personal picks for each bracket. They discuss their own criteria for how they rank restaurants, and even provide some of their own honorable mentions for each category! Alex and Michelle conclude the show by discussing some reopening news, shoutouts to patreon supporters, dream MoCo guests, and prizes provided by the community for the MoCo Eats Tournament Champions!

In episode 93 of The MoCo Show, Alex is joined by Michelle and Dominique Dawes — 10 year member of the U.S. Olympic gymnastics team, the 1994 U.S. all-around senior National Champion, a three-time Olympian, and mother of four. Dominique discusses growing up in MoCo, and graduating from Gaithersburg High School. She details the opening up her new gymnastics gym in Clarksburg, and how she plans to create an uplifting positive environment for kids and adults of all ages. Dominique talks about her Ninja program based on the popular show American Ninja Warrior. For more on Dawes Gymnastics Academy, visit www.dominiquedawesgymnasticsacademy.com. After Dominique parts ways, Alex and Michelle discuss the conclusion of the MoCo Eats sushi tournament, and the start of the new Italian tournament! Alex provides some updates on openings and closings, and Michelle discusses her recent article about the minimum wage increase. Alex and Michelle conclude the show by discussing some news regarding reopening and how things will operate in MoCo as the year progresses.

In episode 92 of The MoCo Show, Alex is joined again by Michelle Katz, writer on the show and founder of @pike.and.rozay on Instagram. They talk county happenings, local malls opening back up, and the MoCo Eats tournaments. The Mexican Cuisine Tournament just wrapped up, with Chapala taking home the trophy! Next up will be sushi. Alex talks about visiting local malls and some of the guidelines for visitors and shoppers. Alex discusses Annie Leibovitz, world famous portrait photographer who took photos of countless celebrities, was officially declared a Living Legend! Annie grew up in the MoCo area and spent a large number of her formative years here. Alex and Michelle talk about new openings and closings, and new MoCo T-Shirts @ teespring.com/stores/MoCo ! If you visit George’s Hot Pot and Korean Barbecue through the end of the month, mention the MoCo Show for 20% off!

In this edition of The MoCo Show, Alex is joined by Michelle Katz — who runs the @pike.and.rozay account on instagram, and is actually one of the writers for the show! They discuss the specifics and requirements for the “Best Mexican Cuisine in MoCo” Tournament on instagram @themocoshoweats, and how the community will be involved. They also discuss the ergonomics of how pools will operate this coming summer, given the coronavirus situation. Additionally, Michelle talks about the new MoCo Show T-Shirts coming out soon, and the new dog-friendly bar “Bark Social” that’s opening in the area. Alex talks about Selvester Stalone’s ties to Silver Spring, and elaborates on some of the history of Howard county and Dr. Henry Howard. Alex and Michelle close out the show by discussing some openings and closings.

In episode 90 of The MoCo Show, Kellen Brooks joins the show! The local photographer, videographer, and recent member of the organization “BLAC” (Building Leaders and Advancing the Community) discusses how the group was founded during one of the recent peaceful protests happening in Germantown. He talks about getting the chance to meet Chief of Police Marcus Jones. Alex and Kellen elaborate on how the MoCo area is helping to set a global precedent with what it means to protest peacefully. Alex and Kellen discuss how the shutdown has actually helped the cause, the future in terms of how policing will change, as well as how we can make things better for our children. For more, visit blacusa.org, blac_org1 on Instagram, and for any inquiries email infoatblacusa@gmail.com. Alex concludes the show by providing the latest news in terms of shutdown reopenings and the new Silver Spring purple line’s metro Station rendering!

In this episode of The MoCo Show, Alex is joined by Gavin, our producer, to talk about the peaceful protests that have been occurring in Montgomery County surrounding the Black Lives Matter movement, as well as how things are beginning to open back up post-lockdown. Alex raises the idea that Gaithersburg is considering lowering the voting age for city elections, and Gavin chimes in with his thoughts on the matter. If you have some time this weekend, visit “A Taste of Wheaton”, where you can try out samples from various local restaurants and decide where to eat now that things are back open! Alex provides some insights from Eric Heckman, owner of Caddie’s in Bethesda who released 10 tips on going to a restaurant in this health climate. Alex and Gavin take some time to commemorate the life of Wes Unseld, a former NBA basketball player and coach for the Washington Bullets. Alex discusses some more openings and closings that have occurred recently, and discusses with Gavin what they would like to see come to the area. Alex wraps up the show by sharing a list of black-owned restaurants to support in MoCo and the surrounding area!

In the newest episode of the MoCo Show, Dan Reed (author of the blog "Just Up the Pike") joins the show to discuss how school boundary changes worked out logistically in the past, as well as how he sees it working in the current political, social, and educational climates. He clears up some terms being used around the topic, and defines what they mean currently vs. where these terms originated. Alex discusses some new openings and closings, as well as his “Couch to 5k” plan to stay in shape and reach a running goal during quarantine. Dan and Alex discuss their experiences in COVID reopening, as well as how political ads impact their platforms and viewership.

In episode 87 of the MoCo Show, Toby Knapp — host on Toby & Chili Mornings (97.1 WASH-FM) and long time fan of the show — joins Alex to talk about political influence on their respective shows, as Alex discusses how and why the MoCo show runs political ads during primary elections. Toby talks about how he fell in love with Rockville and the Montgomery County area after moving here in 2006. He elaborates on some of his favorite parts about the area, and talks with Alex about how social media can impact job outlooks. Alex even takes things back to normal by discussing a few openings and closings! Toby and Alex bond over their food choices and habits, and provide opinions on some local eateries.

Nurit Coomb, MoCo show’s resident Real Estate expert, joins the show to talk about Caronavirus’s effet on Real Estate. Alex gives us an update on some of the numbers surrounding the virus. He discusses how he believes that Governor Hogan will impliment phase one of the reopening of local businesses. Nurit gives us the 411 on who has been most heavily impacted in the real estate economy. She tells us all about how tours have changed for most people, and what Team Nurit is doing to ensure the safety of their customers. In other news, Alex talks about new courses coming to local schools, including an LGBTQ History Course! It will be the first of its kind in the United States! Alex also talks about local people who went on to gain worldwide fame, as well as stories about famous figures visiting the area! Alex proceeds to discuss food biases based on where you’ve lived (such as pizza from New York), and concludes the show with a bit of his own MoCo history!

The MoCo Show wants to provide an update on how things are going. We will be taking a short hiatus due to hardware difficulties. Thank you for tuning in regularly! We will be back again shortly with more content. In the mean time, subscribe to the show on your streaming platform of choice to be updated when we begin posting again. Also, follow us on Instagram @themocoshow for more consistent news. As always, Stay Safe and Stay Informed!

Dr. Dela Taghipour joins the MoCo show to talk about the ever-changing COVID-19 situation. She talks to Alex about her background in healthcare and the education path she took to get there — including graduating from Watkins Mill High School in the same class as our host! She talks about being part of the Good Morning America Caronavirus Command Center answering questions round the clock. Dr. Taghipour discusses some of the most common questions she got, and gives some insights to her experience in New York as it relates to the Caronavirus. She gives listeners some perspective on the severity of the disease based on the current numbers, and offers advice to the general public. Remember to stay safe and stay informed.

In this special episode of the MoCo show, Michael Ricci — Communications Director for Governor Larry Hogan — joins the show to answer questions from fans! As a MoCo resident, Michael weighs in on everything from his favorite pizza spot to the unemployment claim rates. Michael gives us up to date information on COVID-19 and how it will impact schools, elections, employment, and way more in the upcoming year. He makes it clear what citizens are allowed to do under the Governors Stay At Home Order.

Martin Amini — a MoCo native comedian — joins us on the podcast from quarantine and talks about his start in comedy, life in Los Angeles, and moving schools when he was growing up. From playing basketball to getting in trouble for his comedic sense, he talks about learning the craft of comedy. For more from Martin, you can search his Stand Up special “Son of An IceCream Man” (which was filmed at the Kennedy Center), or check out his podcast “The Overachievers”.

A business asks Alex to remove a post! A famous actress from Moco, and we talk about a featured article for 'The Current' at Watkins Mill. The next stage of Rio is on its way and we talk about what we think of it. OF COURSE we have the Moco Openings and closing tune.  We also reveal a mural revitalization project for an art center in the county, if you are interested please email Seth at seth@msm.fm or contact@msm.fm (Note from editor: We apologize about the late upload.)

Mad Scientist Media and guests head on down to Saints Row Brewing to celebrate with Alex on his release of the brand new MCS Beer the "355 Pilsner" Which sold out of the cans within 2 hours of the events starts! Thank you everyone for the amazing support. 

This week Alex is joined by videographer for the MoCoShow Kunal! We talk about some of the amazing changes happening to Northwood, which looks AMAZING. Did you hear about the fire in Rio Garage?! We also interview the Bulitts David and Julie and their brand new book "The Five Core conversations with couples." WE ALSO SHOW OFF OUR BRAND NEW JINGLE. Wow talented minds behind that. Chills guys, chills.

We are joined once again by Nurit and our special guest for today's episode. Tune on in to learn more about how things are proceeding with the boundaries analysis. Changes are coming and there are many people who have some heated and strong opinions. Here at Moco Show we hope to bring you both sides of this debate and how it affects your lives.

We're coming off our recent 355 Pilsner release from Saints Row Brewing (Check back in next week for that special episode.) We talk about Alex's taste in new foods and how Gavin has escaped our coffee challenge... for now... We talk about the MoCo native that dribble a ball for a half mile in a Kobe Bryant jersey. We start to think about a new MCS jingle, and the changes that we're working on behind the scenes.  Mystery surrounds a potential new Chopt location that suddenly disappears?! Seth meets a cheese man. Larry Hogan's controversial decision. 

MoCo Show talks about closing of an upcoming event and the ramifications around it with their guest today; owner of Mad Scientist Media - Seth. Talking about the fate for Bar Louie, and the news heading to a national scale. How do we get out news? Learn more about the people around the county who are on the pulse. Talking about Alex's history as a middle school teacher and his guests .... physical fitness? Gavin also talks about the fact that he is not a fan of Folgers coffee so Alex plans to put it to the test. Check out more about our show online at mocoshow.com

Joined once again by Nurit Coombe as well as potential candidate and owner of a very special Facebook group. Give us a listen to find out who is here with us today on a very special Mocoshow. Join Alex as he talks a bit more about what's been going on with the proposed boundaries changes.

Welcome to an amazing episode coming to you from Game Gym in Rockville Maryland. Learn more about how this amazing facility deals with gaming addiction, depression and so much more. We talk a bit more about the brand new MoCoShow Podcast logo that was made for us by Mad Scientist Media our amazing production company. (To support us make sure to check out msm.fm) Listen in for information on Game Gym's upcoming charity stream that will be coming live at https://www.twitch.tv/gamegymesports this Friday! That's again for listening MoCo, we'll see you next week!

Boundaries Eps2 Location, location, location! That's what this special Boundaries episode of the MoCo Show is all about. With former board of ed member Jill Ortman-Fouse & real estate expert Nurit Coombe Host Alex Tsironis discuss what MCPS are doing about these boundaries & overcrowded schools. Over the past 2 decades Montgomery County Public Schools have seen a huge jump in attendance yet nothing has changed about the borders & how students are selected to attend certain schools. Overcrowding in one school and a school two blocks away doesn't have enough kids to fill up a class how is this so? The answer to that question plus more is here on this special Boundaries episode of the MoCo Show.

Join us as we talk about a very special guest that came to Montgomery County, with a special guest host. Tune on in and share with family and friends to keep them informed! Learn about some of Montgomery County's history in sports as we look back to 2006 when the Gazette was THE newspaper for the county. Los Primos makes Top 100 Places to eat in the Us list, and Top Golf in Germantown is finally open! Learn more about the fate of Lakeforest Mall as we take a look at the once flourishing food court. 

Alex is feeling a bit under the weather, but he's still here coming strong to bring you your favorite MocoShow news. We talk a bit more about MocoSnow and some interesting pretenders out there in the space. Learn more about this weeks openings and closings as well as Larry Hogan's statement about the toll lanes on I270 and I495. What do you think about it? Let us know on social media.  Plus in the most awesome news we announce the brand new MocoShow beer that features an iconic reference to Montgomery County. Listen in to find out more.

Find out about some amazing ties to Moco that some amazing people have. Find out about your favorite segment of the week on openings and closings. Lastly let's hear about your best complaints of 2019 to bring in the new year! HAPPY NEW YEAR MOCO! If you liked this episode make sure to drop a follow and a like. Share it with your friends to help support our show. (p.s. Gavin has great hair apparently. - The Editor)

A special episode of the Moco Show where we cover the boundaries change that is currently being discussed around Montgomery County. For more information on the matter make sure to check out our website at mocoshow.com or follow us (Instagram, Twitter, Facebook) to get updates as they come in. This is a Mad Scientist Media Production.

Welcome back! This is the official Mocoshow Podcast. Featuring your amazing host Alex Tsironis. In today's Episode we talk about interesting choices, the future of Lakeforest Mall, news of recent fires, and our popular openings and closings segment. For more information make sure to check out our new production with Mad Scientist Media! You can find them at MSM.fm

The MoCo Show wants to thank all of our listeners for tuning in on a weekly basis. We will be taking a week off to regroup and start fresh. In the mean time, Stay Safe and Stay Informed!

The MoCo Show met by remote to talk about how quarantine, social distancing, and COVID-19 are further impacting the community. Between businesses closing, fighting to stay open, the entertainment industry, and peoples reactions, there is no shortage of topics to cover surrounding COVID-19. Tune in to get the latest news on this pandemic as it pertains to Montgomery County.

Nurit Coombe joins us for Episode 81 of the MoCo Show. We start by talking about a Burtonsville resident who won big on The Wheel of Fortune, then continue on to discuss the hottest news topic right now: Carona Virus (COVID-19). We present the timeline and Nurit details how the virus is affecting real estate, the stock market, and the economy in whole.

Alex opens Episode 80 by discussing some of the history of the MoCo show, talks about a time where library cards were a widely used item, debunks some myths about a local Buffalo Wild Wings, and a few greatly successful MoCo-grown individuals! Need I mention openings and closings? You know what the deal is, this is the MoCo Show. Executive Producer Seth Weinstein joins Alex on this most recent episode!

In this episode we discuss the potential cause of car fires that have been occurring in the area, an upcoming event that our host Alex will be involved in, as well as plenty of new openings and closings in and around Montgomery County! Seth -- MSM founder and proprietor -- joins us in talking about a new Amazon series starring Al Pacino that is set in Chevy Chase, a new Pedestrian Bridge coming to the Kentlands in 2022 that will help promote business and foot traffic. Additionally, a new Mark Cuban endorsed vegan Cinnamon Bun chain "Cinnaholic". Thank you for supporting the show!

We are at BurgerIM in Downtown Crown to discuss: - Gaithersburg BurgerIM owner is a QO graduate, poor Yelp reviews early on - Openings/Closings - Boston Markets become Baby Shark Market - MCPS plan for new high schools - All you Meep is Love and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In Episode 68 we are joined by Karyl Chong, owner of Sushi Damo in Rockville as we discuss: - Sushi Damo and early Rockville Town Square - Haunted MoCo Spots - MoCo Business on Shark Tank - "Big name" MoCo businesses for sale - Toddler survives 9 story fall - Bobcat spotted in Burtonsville  and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In Episode 67, Steve and Alex are at Ted's Bulletin to discuss: Ted's Bulletin new fall menu Openings/Closings: Pike & Rose, Bethesda, Rockville, Gaithersburg, and more! Wootton grad creates app for MCPS students and parents Horses loose in Poolesville First all-electric gas station  and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In episode 66 at MoCo's Only Cheeburger Cheeburger in Fallsgrove (Rockville), Steve and Alex are joined by Montgomery County Coincilmember, Hans Riemer, to discuss: - A few of the things Hans is working on in the county council (vape ban, MoCo liquor stores lose $5 million each year, 5G, etc.) - Woodside Deli in Silver Spring Closes after 72 years - Openings/Closings (North Bethesda, Forever 21, King Farm, Germantown, Rockville, Gaithersburg, etc.) - Barry Schwartz from BJ Pumpernickels passes away - 5 MoCo Billionaires on Forbes 400 List and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Steve and Alex are at Locavino in Downtown Silver Spring to discuss: - Locavino and Downtown Silver Spring with Locavino owner Jared Jabre - Openings and Closings (what Alex thinks Damascus needs, Montgomery Village, Rockville, Silver Spring, Bethesda, and more!) - MCPS loosens substitute requirements - Age to buy tobacco products raised to 21 in Maryland - Should sports count as a P.E. credit and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Steve and Alex are at Silk Road Choyhona, a traditional Uzbek restaurant in Gaithersburg, to discuss: - Silk Road Choyhona with owner Greg Zee - Openings/Closings (Derwood, Rockville, Bethesda, Potomac, Montgomery Village, and more) - Cokie Roberts passed away - Marcus Jones to be permanent chief of police - Haley Skarupa hired by the Caps - MoCo Immigration facts and more!

In episode 63, Steve and Alex are at Commonwealth Indian in Pike & Rose and joined by special guest @pike.and.rozay to discuss: - Commonwealth Indian, Pike & Rose's newest full-service restaurant - Openings/Closings (Downtown Silver Spring, Olney, Rockville, Derwood, Layhill, and more!) - Yelp: Love it or hate it? - MoCo Sports Hall of Fame: Alex met Dominique Dawes! - Juliet Lee, competitive eater from Germantown, passes away - Golden Bull demolished - Real Housewives of Potomac sighting - Electric scooter placed in trashcan and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In Episode 62 Steve and Alex are joined by Michael Harrison, owner of PAPi'S Peruvian Chicken & Grill in Damascus to discuss: - Peruvian Chicken & Grill in Damascus is now known as PAPi'S Peruvian Chicken & Grill (we find out who Papi is) - Openings/Closings (Kentlands, Silver Spring, Congressional Plaza, Germantown, Bethesda, and more) - MoCo Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony - Back to School Night - Wheaton Library Opens - DJ Pauly D in Pike & Rose - Boyd the dog, known for working at the SoccerPlex, now works for the Patriots and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In Episode 61 Steve and Alex are joined by MoCo Fire Chief Scott Goldstein and PIO Pete Piringer at Cava Mezze in Rockville to discuss: - MoCo Fire & Rescue Services - Openings/Closings (Rockville Town Square, Olney, Downtown Crown, Briggs Chaney, Lakeforest, and more!) - Police Chief Search - School Started in MoCo - Cinepolis Sneak Peek (Kentlands) - Caps donate hockey equipment to MCPS schools and a lot more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week Steve and Alex are joined by The MoCo Millennial at Great Shoals in Takoma Park to discuss: Great Shoals is a tasting room in Takoma Park and that's owned and operated by a 2013 Blake High School graduate Openings/Closings (Cinepolis, Foodhini, MOD Pizza, Lidl, Tropical Smoothie Cafe, Yogiberry, and more!) Redskins Opening Day MoCoShow event with Dexter Manley Multiple businesses that have been in one location in MoCo School starts soon/Orangetheory challenge winds down and a lot more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In episode 59 Steve and Alex are joined by Chef Jeff Eng at Clyde's Tower Oaks to discuss: A LOT of openings and closings (Jersey Mike's, Global Food, Joe's Crab Shack, PLNT Burger, FM Karaoke, Greek Islands Grill, Fuddrucker's, Smashburger and more!) Popeye's chicken sandwich We went to a Washington Spirit game MoCo Sports Hall of Fame Lakeforest Mall sale Is the fair actually fun? MoCo pizza spot named best in DMV and much more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In Episode 58, Steve and Alex visit the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department to discuss: A LOT of Openings/Closings (Silver Diner in Rio, 7-Eleven in Montgomery Mall, Locavino in Silver Spring, Mission BBQ in Germantown, Curry Place opens 3rd MoCo Location, Derwood Updates, MoCo's newest vineyard, Gemelli's pizza, Tapp's Bethesda, and more!) Alex talks about playing with kangaroos in Germantown What being part of a volunteer fire department consists of MoCo Sports Hall of Fame nominees MCPS Superintendent Jack Smith to decide if he'll stay at MCPS MoCo Meetup at the Washington Spirit game this Saturday at the Soccerplex (7pm) Latest Update on Shoppers Meet an NBA Champion and have your picture taken with the trophy in Gaithersburg Chevy Chase woman gets 20 years in jail for defrauding 46 people out of millions and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Steve and Alex are at the brand new Fat Fingers in Silver Spring to discuss: Openings/Closings (Sugarland, Starbucks, Royal Farms, Wawa, Taylor Gourmet, Gazebo Cafe, Cubano's, Soko, etc.) Dogfish Pie Eating Contest was CRAZY Coach Fofo of Elite Soccer Youth Development Academy Belward Farm Tree Dies Germantown Pulse update Stained or Stain Glass Pub Novel Books in Clarksburg National Philharmonic Update and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The MoCoShow is at Poke Dojo in Bethesda, prior to Alex leaving for vacation, to discuss: Openings/Closings (Rockville, Wheaton, etc.) Radon in MoCo homes with our real estate expert, Nurit Coombe All You Can Eat Prime Rib??? Purple Line Delays Author Sets Novel in MoCo and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Steve and Alex record right in the middle of the Denizens 5 Year Anniversary Party! Openings/Closings  Dan Reed Joins the Show First Black Coach in MCPS History Passes Away Brookside Gardens 50th Anniversary MCPS to Loosen Sub Requirements and a lot more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Steve and Alex are at 4 Corners Pub in Silver Spring to discuss: Openings/Closings July 4th Celebrations Flooding/Rain in MoCO Silver Spring Man Lost Leg 50 Years Ago in Vietnam Alex went to a PLL game (New professional lacrosse league founded by MoCo guys) Rose Lavelle and Mallory Pugh of the USWNT play their home games in Germantown The History of Rockville Mall and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week Steve and Alex are at Denizens Brewing Co in Silver Spring with co-founder, Julie Verratti, to discuss: Denizen's 5 year anniversary party and the role Julie/Denizen's played in helping breweries come to MoCo Openings/Closings across the county The Highest Paid MCPS Employees Planet Fitness Situation Toby Knapp <3's The MoCoShow Paddleboats in Rio The coolest thing to do in MoCo that not many know about Is there a MoCo accent? TV scenes in MoCo and a lot more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In Episode 52, we have a new format as we head to Stained Glass Pub in Glenmont for Half Price Pizza! - Bennigans leaves MoCo once again - Rio gets a few new additions - New Spot in Silver Spring by Owners of Big Greek Cafe - The MoCoShow was on Fox 5 and Part 2 of our Trip to Burtonsville - Sentencing in Bethesda Basement Death - QO Grad's Father's Day Video Goes Viral  - Something's in the Water at Cloverly Elementary School - Blair Student on Teen jeopardy - Potomac 9th Grader Opens Shaved Ice Stand and a lot more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In episode 51, Steve and Alex are joined by Mike Diegel of Source of the Spring and David Kottler of Mamma Lucia to discuss: Old School Spot of the Week: First McDonald's in MoCo, McDonald's then and now MoCo Celeb of the Week: Jon Ward Senior Political Correspondent for Yahoo and author of Camelot's End Source of the Spring (Silver Spring and Takoma Park's News Source) Openings/Closings (including breaking news on Zinburger in Silver Spring) Alex will be on FOX 5 this Friday Morning Silver Spring Jazz Festival Back on! and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In Episode 50, Steve and Alex discuss: MoCo Celeb of the Week: Robert Klemko (Blake) Old School Spot: Hechinger Openings/Closings Bear in Silver Spring/Horses in Damascus Mini Golf at Bohrer Park Water Main Break in Montgomery Village MoCo's Got Talent Graduation Speakers at MoCo High Schools and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In episode 49, Steve and Alex are joined by Fox5 GM, Patrick Paolini, at La Canela in Rockville Town Square to discuss: What it's like managing a television station Fox's Move to MoCo Old School Spot: United Artists (Bethesda) Openings/Closings Taste of Wheaton/Sandy Spring Strawberry Festival MoCo Sports Hall of Fame Students Graduating with Several Absences and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In Episode 48, Steve and Alex are joined by Robert Dyer at Fuse Taco in Bethesda to discuss: MoCo Celeb of the Week: Chick Hernandez Old School Spot of the Week: First Toys R Us ever was in MoCo Discarded Toys R Us letters found in Gaithersburg Openings/Closings Kensington Food Trucks 38th Annual Strawberry Festival in Sandy Spring MCPS Associate Superintendent named Superintendent of Baltimore County Schools and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Steve and Alex are joined by Gaithersburg City Councilmember, Neil Harris, to discuss: - MoCo Celeb of the Week has a Star Trek connection! - MoCo Old School Spot of the Week: Roy's Place - Royal Farms Coming to MoCo! - Openings and Closings (including Wawa coming to MoCo, The Eleanor coming to Downtown Silver Spring, and much more!) - Our Tour of Burtonsville - Cabins at Little Bennett Campground in Clarksburg and a lot more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this BONUS episode, Steve and Alex discuss: Openings/Closings Former NBA Players Walt Williams, Tony Massenburg, and Etan Thomas were at the Gaithersburg Book Festival  Speed Cameras make over $20 million in MoCo MoCo Sport Hall of Fame Launches and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In episode 45 Steve and Alex are joined by David Kottler of Mamma Lucia fame (the man that supplies Ovi with his chicken parm before every home game) to discuss: MoCo Celeb of the Week: Larry Michael (Voice of the Redskins) Old School Spot: Wheaton Openings/Closings Car Drives into Jimmie Cone Founder of Moby Dick Passes Away Homelessness in MoCo drops 40% in 4 years ATM Thieves Caught and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In Episode 44, recorded at Spice Xing in Rockville Town Square, Steve and Alex discuss: MoCo Celeb of the Week: Tommy Davidson (B-CC) MoCo Old School Spot of the Week: Discovery Zone/Jeepers Openings/Closings Music Cuts in MCPS Awards for MoCo Restaurants 270/495 Traffic Solutions Damascus High School Updates Betty Jean Skaggs Passes Away US News School Rankings Released --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In Episode 43, the BONUS episode from the MoCo Brewfest at Dogfish Head Alehouse, Steve and Alex discuss: MoCo Celeb of the Week: Kate Siegel (Wootton Class of 2000) Old School Spot: Pat & Mike's Openings/Closings New Clarksburg Elementary School Naming Bethesda Street Parking What Happened to High's? and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In episode 42, recorded at Angel's Pizza & Pasta at the Wheaton Mall food court, Steve and Alex discuss: MoCo Celeb of the Week: C. Francis Jenkins, inventor of the first home television set MoCo Old School Spot of the Week: The entrance signs at Wheaton Plaza Openings/Closings Redskins draft Dwayne Haskins (Bullis grad) in the First Round MoCo Brewfest (9 local breweries at Dogfish Head on Saturday May 4th) New SMOB, Nate Tinbite and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Episode 41 was recorded at Knowles Station in Kensington. Bethesda Beat's Caitlynn Peetz join Steve and Alex to discuss: MoCo Celeb of the Week: Yankees GM Brian Cashman  Old School Spot of the Week: Hardware City  Openings/Closings MCPS Graduation Rate Falls Caps Donate Equipment to MCPS Silver Spring Jazz Festival Georgia Engel Passes Away Kensington Book Festival is Coming up MC Tuition Going Up 3% Foods that go uneaten at restaurants --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In Episode 40, Steve and Alex are joined by MoCo Councilmember Andrew Friedson to discuss: MoCo Celeb of the Week: Dhani Jones MoCo Old School Spot of the Week: Ricky's Rice Bowl Openings/Closings Sugarloaf Mountain on a Stamp Potential expansion of 495/270 Discovery Building gets New Name Farmer;s Markets in MoCo and a lot more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In Episode 39, recorded at Dawson's Market in Rockville, Steve and Alex discuss: MoCo Celeb of the Week: Joan Jett MoCo Old School Spot: Dawsonville/Thomas Dawson...Who Dawson's Market is named after Openings/Closings Maryland Might Change Smoking Age to 21  Why Alex Has Never Smoked Goose Bites Person in Derwood Jillian Copeland of Main Street Connect chats with us MoCo Connection to Aunt Becky/Lori Loughlin Case Redskin sign QO graduate and a lot more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In Episode 38, Steve and Alex are at JINYA in Pike & Rose to discuss: MoCo Celeb of the Week: Paul Rabil (Major League Lacrosse player) Old School Spot of the Week: Special Olympics start in Potomac Openings/Closings MoCo April Fool's Pranks Child Killed in Rockville Parking Lot Alex's Terrible Date at Silver Diner Slower Speed Limits on Georgia Avenue Possible Trash/Recycling Fees Best Wings in MoCo MoCo is Maryland's Healthiest County 6 Straight Years and a lot more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

 In Episode 37 we speak with Montgomery County Police Chief Tom Manger about:  • Day to Day life as Chief of Police  • What police officers can and can't do  • Something we see on cop shows that just isn't true  • Has he had to use his weapon in the line of duty?  • Is there a speeding ticket quota cops must fulfill?  • His proudest moment  • What he's doing next  • Old School Spot and MoCo Celeb of the Week  • Openings/Closings  • Woodward High School's Return  • MoCo Terps Player --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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In episode 35, recorded at Dogfish Head Alehouse in Gaithersburg, Steve and Alex discuss:  • MoCo Celeb of the Week: The McMahon Family (Vince and Shane McMahon)  • MoCo Old School Spot: Northwood High School and their 1977 Senior Prank  •  Expanding on Lakeforest Rumor and Reaction on Facebook  •  Openings/Closings  •  Bethesda Soccer Player Leaves Arsenal for MLS  •  Places in MoCo that have been around forever, but you've never been to.  •  Smoking/Styrofoam Ban  •  Were you a safety patrol?  •  Wayne Rooney living in MoCo, being seen around the area  and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In episode 34, Steve and Alex discuss: MoCo Celeb of the Week: Georgia Engel MoCo Old School Spot: How Germantown was named Openings/Closings HUGE rumor about Lakeforest Mall  Sully the dog starts at Walter Reed Bryce Harper MoCo Connection??? Churchill beats Wootton for Hockey Championship All MoCo School Names Will be Reviewed and a lot more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In Episode 33, Steve and Alex discuss: • MoCo Celeb of the Week: Lewis Black (Springbrook '66) • Old School Spot of the Week: A 1958 list of places that were safe for black people to eat without facing discrimination in MoCo • Openings/Closings • Montgomery Parks Survey for New Dog Park Locations • Neighborhood Parking Permits, does yours require them? • NBA Ref criticized by James Harden and Chris Paul is a Magruder Graduate • Maryland Licenses Could Add Third Option for Gender and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In Episode 32, Steve and Alex discuss: • MoCo Celeb: Rick Yune (has played the "bad guy" in a lot of movies) • Old School Spot: Veirs Mill Road (two different spellings) • A lot of openings and closings • Amazon cancels NY HQ, MoCo a possibility? • Two MoCo Areas make "Richest Places in the U.S." list • Seneca Valley hires Coach Kim's replacement • One Life Fitness taking the Giant location in Olney • $17.5 million in unpaid ICC tolls • No raise in property taxes this year • Rabid raccoon found in Potomac and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In Episode 31, Steve and Alex discuss: • Howard G, the "Kiss my bumper!" guy • New Area Code for MoCo? • Openings/Closings • Wheaton Library Painted Orange & 73 year old book returned to Silver Spring Library • Potential E. Brooke Lee name change, should other schools change names? • Remember when you could smoke in a restaurant? • Bethesda resident on new season of Survivor • Kellyanne Conway allegedly assaulted at Uncle Julio's • State Senator Will Smith deploying to Afghanistan • 9 MoCo Restaurants make Washingtonian Top 100 and a lot more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In Episode 30, Steve and Alex discuss: • MoCo Celeb: Eunice Kennedy Shriver • Quarry House • Openings/Closings • MoCo Restaurants that are "something different" • Newseum Coming to MoCo? • Tighter Lead Restrictions in School Water • How many homeless people are there in MoCo? • Should there be excused absences for students to attend protests? and a lot more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In Episode 29, Steve and Alex discuss: - MoCo Celeb: Michael Ealy (Silver Spring native) - Origins of the Derwood name - Openings/Closings - Ford Explorer Speed Camera on I-270 - New Report Shows No Economic Growth in MoCo - Interview with The Ivy League of Comedy: Battle of the Relationships, who will be at the BlackRock Center for the Arts in Germantown on February 8th. and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

• Lloyd Braun is from MoCo??? (Celeb of the Week) • History of the Kentlands and how a Facebook post cost Alex a job • Openings/Closings  • Cold Weather Delays for Schools? • Silver Spring Bank Robbery • Axe Throwing • Sears Closes and Robert Dyer Blog Controversy • Best McDonald's in MoCo • Did Led Zeppelin ever perform in MoCo??? • Charlie Koiner Passes Away and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Episode 27 was recorded at Kusshi in Pike & Rose. Steve and Alex dicuss: • Which Mighty Duck is from MoCo? • A little Leisure World history • First snow storm of the year • Purple line delayed until 2023 (cost $200 million more) • Rare lobster found in Silver Spring  • Best parks to sled in MoCo? • MCPS holds open house for furloughed workers • Marty the robot coming to Giant stores • Harold Hall teaches math at Northwest High School in a unique way and a lot more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Episode 26 was recorded at The Metropolitan in Rockville Town Square (food by La Tasca and Spice Xing). We discuss:  • MoCo Celeb of the Week: Jerome Williams (Former NBA player and Marguder graduate)  • Old School Spot of the Week: Rockville Mall  • LOTS of Openings/Closings across the county  • 11 year old starts business to help furloughed mother  •  Bethesda resident and professional soccer player, Wayne Rooney, arrested in December  •  MoComCon in Silver Spring this month  •  Horse rescued in Burtonsville, up to its neck in dirt  •  Fred Kim out at Seneca Valley, John Kelly wins Coach of the Year  •  Restaurant Week  •  Bethesda Circulator ridership up 50% in last decade  •  Montgomery College to offer athletic scholarships  •  Blair HS to offer regions first Hip Hop History class  and a lot more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In our "Best of MoCo" episode, Steve and Alex share their opinion on the "best" of many different topics in MoCo, including: • Pizza • Pho • Bar Trivia • Movie Theaters • Family Friendly Restaurants • Gyms • Indoor fun for kids • Hair Salons • Ramen • Sushi • Breakfast • Chinese • Playgrounds • Bars • Happy Hours • Wings • Buffets • Thai • Beer Selection • Seafood • Authentic Ethnic • New Restaurants • Tourist Attractions • Cheesesteaks • Ice Cream • Steakhouse • Date Nights • Mexican • Malls • Indian • Parks • Beautiful Spots and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We come back to Cava Mezze in Olney and bring back Dan Reed as our guest as we discuss: • MoCo Celeb of the Week: Jon Bernthal (Walking Dead, Punisher, The Accountant, etc.) • Old School Spot of the Week: Chesapeake Bagel Bakery (White Oak) • Best of 2018 episode Coming Up • Openings/Closings (Wegmans/Hooters news) • I-270's Real Name • Clarksburg Archery • Electric Bikes in MoCo • Stanley Cup at Gaithersburg HS • Free Lyft Rides in MoCo/Longer Metro Hours • Report Out on Stolen $7 Million and a lot more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In Episope 23 we are joined by NYTimes best selling author and psychic, Laine Crosby to discuss: • How Laine became psychic (MoCo-based story) • MoCo Celeb of the Week: Tori Amos (Richard Montgomery High School) • Old School Spot of the Week: Muncaster Mill (the actual mill) • Openings/Closings and Instagram Q&A • Two MCPS Schools Will Move to Year-Round School • Rockville City Council "Beef" • Chris Chase Passes Away • Cup Stand Beer to be Sold in MoCo • Sports Betting Coming to DC and a lot more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In Episode 22 we are joined by NBC4's Scott MacFarlane at Trapezaria in Rockville Town Square to discuss: • MoCo Celeb of the Week: Carol Black (Springbrook HS, creator and writer/producer of The Wonder Years and Ellen) • Old School Spot: The Corner Kick (Indoor sports in Gaithersburg) • Openings/Closings • Psychics in MoCo • Poolesville HS to get $600K in repairs • 100 Things Everyone in MoCo Should Know • QO wins State Championship • Brookside Gardens • Sully the dog is heading to Bethesda to work at Walter Reed and a lot more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We recorded episode 21 at Tommy Joe's in Bethesda with special guest Kevin Sheehan (Whitman alum). We discuss: • MoCo Celeb of the Week: Scott Van Pelt (Sherwood High School) • Old School Spot of the Week: Montgomery Donuts • Openings/Closings (Silver Spring, Gaithersburg, Pike & Rose, Rockville, Bethesda, etc.) • Bars/Clubs in MoCo • What do you call the mall in Wheaton? • Mumbo Sauce and Old Bay controversy • QO Football in 4A State Championship and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In Episode 20 we are joined by former MCPS Superintendent, Dr. Josh Starr, at Hanaro in Bethesda to discuss: • MoCo Snow Days • MoCo Celeb of the Week: John Astin (The Addams Family) • Old School Spot of the Week: Zayre/Ames • Openings/Closings (Olney, Clarksburg, Bethesda, Silver Spring, Rockville, Germantown) • County Employee steals $6.7 million • MoCo Thanksgiving Parade • QO/Northwest, Damascus Winning Streak Snapped • Investigation into Damascus JV Football Continues • Injured Bald Eagle Helped by MCFRS and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Steve and Alex are joined by Poolesville Town Commissioner, Jim Brown, to discuss: - Getting familiar with the town of Poolesville - MoCo Celeb of the Week: Hootie and The Blowfish and their ties to MoCo - MoCoSnow: Mid-November Winter Storm - Big Olney Rumor - Openings/Closings - Long Spring Break is coming back to MCPS - Is Damascus football the underdog this week??? - Silver Spring Teacher named in the Top 40 Teachers in US List and a lot more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In episode 18, Steve and Alex are joined by fitness expert Demetra Eftimiades to discuss: - MoCo Celeb of the Week: Katie Ledecky - Old School MoCo Spot of the Week: Glen Echo Amusement Park - Maryland/MoCo election results - Openings/Closings - Train Tracks in MoCo - No more game nights at Wegman's (Germantown) - First Female football player in Magruder HS history - Only 2 Quizno's left in MoCo and other chains with a couple locations in MoCo - Marijuana Dispensary in Olney - Amazon probably NOT coming to MoCo and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Jen Vargas joins us at Baronessa (Rockville) on episode 17 to discuss: - The MoCo Celeb of the Week: Tim Sweeney (creator of Fortnite) - The MoCo Old School Spot of the Week: Lakeforest Mall - Openings and Closings - Silver Spring Zombie Walk - More Bikeshare coming to MoCo? - Early Voting - Bus Rapid Transit Line and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week we are joined by Montgomery County Executive candidate, Robin Ficker as we discuss: - The MoCo Celeb of the Week: Domonique Dawes - The Old School Spot of the Week: Wheaton Plaza - Restaurant and store openings/closings - MoCo Debates/Rivalries (including many of your answers) - Damascus football having the longest winning streak in the country - MoCo residents on The Price is Right and Jeopardy - Wheaton HS alum making waves in the cuts sneaker world - Groundbreaking for Viva White Oak - Cava gives workers paid leave to vote on Election Day and a lot more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The MoCoShow comes to The Music Cafe in Damascus in Episode 15 as Alex and Steve are joined by Kyle Sefcik to discuss: - The MoCo Celeb of the Week: Logic - Old School Spot of the Week: Ferdinand's - Restaurant Openings/Closings - Our Twitter followers responses to the question "What's the most overrated thing in MoCo?" - Kensington Marketing Campaign - Ike Leggett Supporting Ben Jealous - Lifetime Athletic looking for a spot in Bethesda - Maryland Soccerplex in Germantown named #1 soccer facility in the country - MoCo Board of Ed considering increasing Spring Break to 10 days - Chuck Levin's celebrates 60th anniversary - Edison High School and much more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Episode 14 was recorded at Full on Craft Eats and Drinks in Rockville. This week Steve and Alex discuss: - MoCo Celeb of the Week: Nils Lofgren - MoCo Old School Spot of the Week: Little Tavern - Restaurant Openings/Closings - Political Signs Removed in MoCo - Poolesville Student Makes ESPN Top 10 - Hourly Husbands??? - Cabin John Village - Dave Chapelle appears at Ben Jealous event in Silver Spring and much more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The MoCoShow, brought to you by Montgomery Dental MD, was recorded at Black Market Bistro in Garrett Park. This week Nancy Floreen join Steve and Alex to discuss: - MoCo Celeb of the Week: Daniel Stern (Marv from Home Alone!) - MoCo Old School Spot of the Week: Hot Shoppes - Openings/Closings - Pizza in MoCo - Jimmy's Famous Seafood in MoCo - $30 million in upgrades to Rio Washingtonian Center - Judge denies teacher union's attempt to block Hogan from using apple logo - MoCo Council may ban smoking in outdoor patios and other outdoor serving areas - Events in MoCo and much more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week, Steve and Alex are joined by Kevin O'Rourke of the Germantown Pulse at Agrodolce in Germantown to discuss: - MoCo Celeb of the Week: Connie Britton (Friday Night Lights, 9-1-1, Nashville, etc.) - MoCo Old School Spot of the Week: Hooters - Restaurant Openings/Closings - Mail Truck Catches Fire in Poolesville - Olney Resident Loses Wallet at Harris Teeter, Finds it in Mailbox - Code Ninjas Grand Opening - Best Parting Treat/Mint in MoCo Restaurants - Cava Holds Job Fair for Taylor Gourmet Employees - New Escape Rooms in MoCo - MoCo Jails Remove Sheets After Suicides/Suicide Attempts - Bethesda Psychic Cons People out of $340K - Local High School Football --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Brought to you by Montgomery Dental MD! This week, Steve Solomon and Alex Tsironis are joined by Michelle Ngwafon at The Grilled Oyster Co. in Potomac to discuss: - MoCo Celeb of the Week: Issa Rae - MoCo Old School Spot of the Week: Rio Sportland - MoCo speed and red light camera locations - Restaurant openings and closings - Lakeforest Mall is 40 years old - $25 gift card at Dogfish Head Alehouse available on their Twitter account - The Sunshine Burger at The Sunshine General Store - Car Drives Into Montgomery Village Swimming Pool - MoCo Hidden Gem: Sandy Spring Slave Museum - Most Accidents on all of 495 occur in MoCo...find out where! - One year freeze on housing projects in Silver Spring and Takoma Park - Serial rapist arrested (7 rapes/attempted rapes in Germantown and Gaithersburg from 2007-2011) - MoCo libraries will soon offer musical instruments to be checked out and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In Episode 10 Democratic County Executive Marc Elrich joins Steve and Alex to discuss: - MoCoSnow's Hurricane Florence Update - Marc's favorite pizza in MoCo - MoCo Celeb of the Week (Jonathan Banks of Breaking Bad fame) - Old School Spot of the Week: 10 current restaurants that are "stuck in time" - Hank Dietle's return - Restaurant Openings/Closings (Fogo De Chao, Shake Shack, BobaPop, Honey Pig change) - Tyler Tessier suicide - U.S. Chess Center moves to Silver Spring - Will Alex get a key to the county??? - Foulger-Pratt buys Discovery building - Phone Scams targeting Chinese residents in MoCo - Electric bikes in MoCo -Teacher Salaries --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In Episode 9, Steve and Alex are joined by Dimitri "Chef D" Moshovitis (Founder/Executive Chef of Cava). They discuss: - The first Cava (fast casual) ever was in Bethesda...pitas were more popular than bowls! - Labor Day Parades in MoCo (Kensington and Gaithersburg) - The first day of school for MCPS - QO alum Adam McLean named starting nose tackle for the Terps - Restaurant openings in MoCo (Nestle Cafe, Zinburger, Cinnaholic, Shake Shack, Julii, etc.) - Chef D's favorite pizza in MoCo - &Pizza sent Alex the best Thank You gift - The story behind the two people sitting in beach chairs on the side of I-270 - Quince Orchard was beating B-CC 50-0 in the second quarter when the game was called due to weather - Silver Spring/Takoma Park Restaurant Week - Condoms in MCPS high schools AND middle schools? - Code Ninjas opening in Germantown - Parr's Spring, where Carroll, Frederick, Howard, and Montgomery Counties meet - Firefighter gets his foot run over while "filling the boot" --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In episode 8 of the Moco Show podcast, Alex and Steve are joined by Dan Reed of Just Up the Pike. This week's Moco celebrity of the week is Dave Chappelle, and the old school spot is Shakey's pizza. We talk about the Surrender Donald sign and the history of the Surrender Dorothy graffiti. How much do you know about the Mormon Temple? A Watkins Mill grad has invented a no armpit sweat dress shirt. It's restaurant week in Silver Spring. There's a Facebook page about Moco lost dogs and cats where they reunite many lost pets with their owners. And what was your science fair project? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In episode 7, Steve and Alex start two new features - the Moco celebrity of the week, and the Moco old school spot of the week. We talk about the old Putt-Putt in Rockville, Halloween pop up stores, are there any toy stores left in Moco, another microbrew opens in Silver Spring, Tastee Diner losing customers because of construction, grading our chances of getting Amazon HQ2, Aretha Franklin once performed in Moco, and Cava buys Zoe's Kitchen. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In episode 6, Steve and Alex talk about the history of Sam Eig, all the Pho places in Moco, we recap the restaurant openings and closings this week, lots of Moco schools ranked in the Top 10 in Maryland, Alex talks about his trip to the Moco Ag Fair, new art murals planned for Bethesda and Gaithersburg, and a woman was found with 100 cats and charged with animal cruelty. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In Episode 5, Steve and Alex talk about MocoShow.com getting it's 1 millionth unique visitor of the year, what's the tallest building in Montgomery County, Nick's Diner in Wheaton used to be Joe's Diner - what other places in Moco used to be something else? We recap this week's restaurant openings/closings in Moco. MocoShow.com has an article about 12 restaurant chains that you didn't know were still in Moco. What are the actual boundaries of Silver Spring? Did you know that Moco has several dog parks? And what's your favorite chips/salsa place in Moco? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In episode 4 of The MocoShow podcast, Steve and Alex discuss Golden Girls and other TV shows we like, the Dogfish Head Alehouse burger for a year contest, Lenny the Moco walking guy, all the new restaurants and stores opening in Moco recently, the Clarksburg Outlets, hidden gem restaurants in Moco, and all the rain that we got last week. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In Episode 3, Steve and Alex discuss: Sports Betting will be legal in nearby West Virginia. Will you head over to Charlestown for that? The gambling system Alex used to make thousands when he was younger. The Montgomery County Fair…do you still enjoy it??? Taste of MoCo… Food Truck Festival in the City of Gaithersburg? UMBC’s Jairus Lyles (Silver Spring native) signs with the Utah Jazz. MoCoSnow/MoCoDough Commercials with Hacksaw Jim Duggan, Mean Gene Okerlund, and Gordon Ramsay Fractured Prune and Dough Roller came and went in Rockville Adding lanes to 270/495, ICC drag racing, what Alex learned in driving school Most Famous People from Blair and Churchill High Schools and the reaction from readers. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In episode 2 of the Moco Show Podcast, Steve Solomon and Alex Tsironis talk about: new items on a menu, do you like the new IHOB, funny car bumper stickers or decals, Alex tells his bad tattoo stories since today is national tattoo day, there's a speed camera email scam here in Moco, the great contest of winning a free burger for a year from Dogfish Head Alehouse, the Girl Power event that was held in Bethesda this past weekend, and what's the most beautiful park/garden/lake here in Moco? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The first episode of the Moco Show podcast! Steve and Alex talk about: Marc Elrich winning by 80 votes, the new AirBNB law (SKIP TO 20:15 IF YOU DON'T CARE ABOUT POLITICS/LAWS), the closing of Armand's and American City Diner, Shake Shack coming to Montgomery County, other restaurants you want to see come to MoCo, and we gave our top 5 cities to live in. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app