Shore Perspectives

Jeff's guest this week is Alexis Ward, Creative Director for the Chester River Chorale who discusses the chorals’s recent trip to Ireland, a bit of its history & new programs it is adding to its organization.  

This week on Shore Perspectives, host Jeff Ferguson's guest is Andy Ferguson.  Andy is not only Jeff's son, but he also is in the advertising business and has written the ads for ESPN Sports Center for almost 10 years and has had the opportunity to work with many celebrities during his career.  Currently Andy is doing free-lance work and is seeing how A.I. is changing the advertising landscape.

Billy Sullivan visits with Jeff to talk about ways to have healthier trees in your yard this spring season!

On today's episode of Shore Perspectives, host Jeff Ferguson talks with Dr. Debra Silber, s gastroenterologist and Chief Scientific Officer of Beyond Celiac.  They discuss making better food choices for better gut health.  

Bobbi Sutton, Rita, Premo, Darla Downer & Barbara Brown join Jeff and talk about the Leage celebrating 75 years of proving services to the college, the community and the students.  They talk about the League's founding, its history and come the the services it provides

Chris Pupke and Tara Coursey of the Queen Anne's USCT join Jeff to share details about this project that honors black soldiers  from the county who fought in the Union Army during the Civil war.

In this week's episode of Shore Perspectives, host Jeff Ferguson will be talking with Barbara Viniar, retired President of Chesapeake College.  They will be discussing her book "Little Bird", which is a fictionalized life story.

On this week's episode of Shore Perspectives, host Jeff Ferguson talks with Denise Flynn and Lisa Fields of the Olde Kent Quilters Guild about the history of quilting and their event coming up at the end of April.  

On this week's episode of Shore Perspectives, host Jeff Ferguson will be speaking with Brent Mekosh of the Wealth Stewards.  Jeff and Brent discuss financial planning and investments in today's world.

This week on Shore Perspectives, host Jeff Ferguson talks with Tim Abeska and Meredith Girard of Shore Legal Access, formerly known as Mid-Shore Pro Bono.  The organization is celebrating it's 20th year, and together they discuss it's beginnings as well as why the name change and what services they offer.

In this week's episode of Shore Perspectives, host Jeff Ferguson talks with Taylor Hudson who is the director of the Kent County Next Generation Scholars Program.  They discuss preparing students for life after High School graduation.

Shore Perspectives host Jeff Ferguson is joined this week by Robyn Brown, the Chaplain for Compass Regional Hospice. They discuss her career as well as many aspects of the services provided by Compass.

This week on Shore Perspectives, host Jeff Ferguson chats with Washington College President Brian Matthews about the challenges currently facing Colleges.  

On today's episode of Shore Perspectives, host Jeff Ferguson talks with Bob Bauman, founder and owner of Trusted Systems, a security company, about what it's like to own a small business.

Fred joins Jeff to talk about the Lions mission and updates several projects that the Lions have been up to over the past year, as well as the value of being a Lion.

Mayor Efland joins Jeff for a conversation about state of Chestertown and its future under her leadership.

Jeff speaks with nutritional expert Rene Caruso about the relationship Between what you eat and the state of your heath, as one directly impacts the effects of the other.   Get some great insights about this important topic!

Jeff talks to Melissa and Wesley about their band "This Great Mercy"  and the therapeutic aspects of music. 

On this weeks episode of Shore Perspectives, host Jeff Ferguson talks with the former Secretary of Health for the State of Maryland, Dr. Joshua Sharfstein.  

In this week's episode of Shore Perspectives, host Jeff Ferguson reviews some of his guests and insights from over the past year.

Jeff visits with the proprietors of this popular establishment that features foods, recipes, education and cooking classes that keep you healthy!

In this week's episode of Shore Perspectives, Jeff Ferguson talks with Pat Poole, Yolanda Sanchez, and Julia Medrano, leaders of the Washington College Academy of Lifelong Learning. They talk about the history of the program and highlight some of the lasses offered.

In this week's episode of Shore Perspectives, host Jeff Ferguson talks with Dr. Jack Bartley, a professor at the University of Delaware.  They discuss his work at the school as well as writings and music and how he has pursued each different area in his life.

What is a Horologist?   If you have the time, Jeff and Steve will explain this interesting art and science and why it may be important to you.

On this week's Shore Perspectives, host Jeff Ferguson speaks with Kathleen Dormody who is the site director for Partners in Care Maryland.

On this week's episode of Shore Perspectives, host Jeff Ferguson interviews Pat Kirby, an FBI Profiler and teacher at WC-All.  They discuss the duties and insights of being an FBI Profiler.

Today on Shore Perspectives, host Jeff Ferguson speaks with three Management Professors from Case Western University about innovations in higher education.

Jeff speaks with Michael about his history and the upcoming Leadership Seminar he is doing for the Kent Island Rotary November 18th at Chesapeake College.  

On this week's episode of Shore Perspectives, host Jeff Ferguson is joined by  Angela Laaro ,  who is the captain of The Dove historical tall ship.  They will be discussing the history & story of the Dove which settled in St. Marys, MD (the 1st capital of Maryland).

Chris shares a history of the Sultana Education Association and talks about its mission.

Jeff and Randy discuss comparison and contract of Mental Health aspects and treatment in the public and private sectors

This week on Shore Perspectives, Jeff talks with Dr. Raymond Verge, Cardiologist and Lifelong Learner.  They discuss Dr. Verge's widely varied interests, research, and courses he has taught in adult classes during his retirement.  

Jeff visits with Annie to discuss the duties of a Riverkeeper.

Former Baltimore City Solicitor George Nilson joins Shore Perspectives host Jeff Ferguson to discuss the Freddy Gray death and the subsequent riots in Baltimore 10 years ago from an insider perspective of the Mayor's administration.

On this week's episode of Shore Perspectives, host Jeff Ferguson talks with Daphne Young, the Executive Director of KART - the Kent Association of Riding Therapy.  Together they discuss what the organization does and how it functions.  

On this week's episode of Shore Perspectives, host Jeff Ferguson is joined by Shelly Holland of the Millington, MD Lions Club who is the local  organizer for the Lions Club Leader Dog program which provides service dogs for people with sight issues.

This week on Shore Perspectives, /jeff's guest is  author Nancy Taylor Robson.  Nancy is also one of the first women to be Coast Guard certified as a tug boat captain, owner of a publishing company, and a master gardener.  Nancy discusses how the paths of her life have led to all these experiences.

CEO Heather Guerieri and Marketing and Communications Specialist Hayley Greenwood discuss the challenges associated with the end stages of life on this weeks podcast with Jeff Ferguson

On Shore Perspectives this week, Jeff's guest is Beverly Serral who is a property manager in Hilton Head, NC.  Beverly discusses the changes in the area and in property management in general.

Jeff talks with David Harper, VP for Workforce and Academic Programs Chesapeake College

** ADVISORY: ** This podcast contains subject matter which may be considered sensitive to some listeners.  Discretion is advised.In this weeks episode of Shore Perspectives, host Jeff Ferguson interviews Jan Elvin, author of "The Box From Branau", about the book and her father's experiences in  WWII.  

Jeff and Tracey explore the role of the chamber of its value to business

Jeff visits with Pat to explore this valuable program at Washington College

Jeff talks with Ken and Maggie Scheck, authors of the Hypolyte Maxwell mystery series.

On this edition of Shore Perspectives, host Jeff Ferguson interviews Mandi Silcox, the owner of Park Row Floats.  They discuss floating and some of the other amenities that are available, and also Mandi's view of the benefits of the services from a personal perspective.

In this episode of Shore Perspectives, host Jeff Ferguson sits down with Chesapeake College 's Christian Benefiel to discuss the welding program at Chesapeake and their mobile welding lab.  

In this episode of Shore Perspectives, host Jeff Ferguson meets with singer/songwriter John Flynn, founder of New Beginnings - Next Step, along with current board member Frank Hoffman, and former board member Quincy Thomas.  Together they discuss the volunteer organization and its mission to help those who have been incarcerated transition back into everyday life. 

In this episode of Shore Perspectives, host Jeff Ferguson sits down with Kathy Sanderson and Jessica Hall of Heron Point of Chestertown to discuss the experiences and and responsibilities of working in the senior living business.

On this week's episode of Shore Perspectives, host Jeff Ferguson talks with  Dominique Mohen - Mrs. All-America lifelong Eastern Shore resident,  and local bakery owner.  Dominique discuses her journey to the title and her life journey as well.

Jeff talks with CRYCC Manager Jerren Wetterau about the challenges of running a hospitality business.