Raising Connections
Critters, Companions, Commerce, & Agriculture: Casual yet intelligent conversation connecting topics for Rural, Suburban and Urban listeners.
Podcasting since 2018 • 207 episodes
Raising Connections
Latest Episodes
Marshmallows Mingle in Westminster, MD to Have a PEEPtastic Time 03-23-2026
Stephen Strosneider, Executive Director of the Carroll County Arts Council, joins Rachann for a cheerful look at the 19th Annual PEEPSHOW held in the TownMall of Westminster, MD - March 27 - April 3, 2026. Together they explore the creativity, ...
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40:58
The Unhomogenized Life: Real Milk, Real Farms, Real People 03-16-2026
On this week's podcast, Rachann is joined by Laurie Savage, one of the owners of Brown Cow Creamery. Step onto the farm and into the heart of a community where dairy farming is more than a livelihood, it’s a way of life. Follow the journey from...
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Season 9
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Episode 10
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31:58
Banana Ball: Music, Mayhem, and the Heart of America’s Most Fun Team, the Savannah Bananas 03-09-2026
Step into the world of the Savannah Bananas, where minor league baseball transforms into a full‑blown celebration of joy, connection, and fun. Rachann is joined by Emily Cole, one half of the husband and wife team that owns the Bananas. Dive de...
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Season 9
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Episode 9
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22:40
Traveling with Dogs: Comfort, Training, and Real-World Tips 03-02-2026
Traveling with a dog is a journey filled with small details that make a big difference. In this episode Rachann talks with Joyce Johnson from Fora Travel about everything from choosing the right airline or ground transport to keeping pets comfo...
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Season 9
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Episode 9
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26:19
Binoculars & Habitats: Birds, Migration, and the Nature Around Us 02-23-2026
In celebration of the Howard County Bird Club's 54th year, Rachann talks with club president Val Swan and longtime club member Bonnie Ott about the rhythms, surprises, and hidden patterns that shape the lives of birds across our landscapes.&nbs...
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Season 9
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Episode 8
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33:05