MCM Digital Futures Podcast Series

DFI Fellows Spotlight: A Talk With Council Member Evan Glass

In this special episode of the DFI Fellows Spotlight Podcast, Summer 2025 Fellow Jonathan Forney sits down with Montgomery County Councilmember Evan Glass—a trailblazing advocate and the first openly LGBTQIA+ member of the County Council.Together, they explore the past, present, and future of LGBTQIA+ advocacy in Montgomery County, discussing policy wins, challenges ahead, and the power of visibility in leadership. Councilmember Glass reflects on his journey into public service, the importance of community representation, and how Montgomery County continues to evolve as an inclusive and affirming space for all.#DFIFellows [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/dfifellows] #LGBTQIAAdvocacy [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/lgbtqiaadvocacy] #EvanGlass [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/evanglass] #MontgomeryCountyMD [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/montgomerycountymd] #YouthLeadership [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/youthleadership] #EquityInAction [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/equityinaction] #DFISpotlight [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/dfispotlight] #DFIPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/dfipodcast] #PublicService [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/publicservice] #InclusionMatters [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/inclusionmatters]

MoCo Writes! Featuring Sara Goodman Confino

Welcome to an exciting episode of MoCo Writes! — Montgomery County’s very own literature podcast brought to you by MCM's NexGen Members. In this episode, we sit down with Sara Goodman Confino, a Montgomery County-based author and former teacher whose fiction brings local history to life.Sara shares her journey from classroom to the page, her inspiration drawn from real-life people and places around MoCo, and how she weaves history into compelling stories that resonate with readers today. Her novels highlight the rich tapestry of Montgomery County’s past, offering a fresh lens on familiar places.Catch Sara at the Gaithersburg Book Festival, where she'll be connecting with readers and celebrating the literary spirit of our community!Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell 🔔 for more episodes highlighting local authors, literary voices, and Montgomery County's creative heartbeat.#MoCoWrites [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/mocowrites] #MontgomeryCountyMD [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/montgomerycountymd] #BookPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/bookpodcast] #SaraGoodmanConfino [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/saragoodmanconfino] #HistoricalFiction [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/historicalfiction] #GaithersburgBookFestival [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/gaithersburgbookfestival] #MCM [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/mcm]

Black Music Month Special | Celebrating Black Artists in Montgomery County

Join ECE as we celebrate Black Music Month with a special episode that amplifies the voices, sounds, and stories shaping Montgomery County’s music scene!🎙️ Hosted by NexGen member Taylor, this episode hits the streets to ask MoCo residents:“Who’s your favorite Black musician—and why?”From classic icons to today’s trailblazers, hear the heartfelt responses that showcase the deep impact of Black artistry on generations of music lovers.🎵 Then, Taylor sits down with rising local artist Troy IV, whose music blends authenticity, storytelling, and creativity rooted right here in Maryland. He shares his journey as an independent artist, how he’s grown in the local scene, and what Black Music Month means to him personally and professionally.✨ What to Expect:Candid community interviewsA spotlight on Black musical excellenceInsightful conversation with a MoCo-based creatorA celebration of culture, influence, and legacyWhether you’re a music lover, a supporter of local talent, or just curious about the sounds shaping our community, this episode is for you.🎧 Tune in, turn it up, and honor the rhythm of Black music.#BlackMusicMonth [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/blackmusicmonth] #ECE [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/ece] #MCMNexGen [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/mcmnexgen] #TroyIV [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/troyiv] #MoCoArtists [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/mocoartists] #BlackExcellence [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/blackexcellence] #MontgomeryCountyMD [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/montgomerycountymd] #YouthVoices [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/youthvoices] #CommunityVoices [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/communityvoices] #MusicMatters [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/musicmatters] #LocalArtists [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/localartists] #BlackCreatives [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/blackcreatives] #CelebrateBlackMusic [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/celebrateblackmusic]

A WoW (Worlds of Work Podcast) | Real Talk with Students, Vendors and Teachers!

Step into the energy of MoCo CAP’s Worlds of Work (WoW) 2025 with this special podcast episode, recorded right in the middle of the action at Montgomery College’s Rockville campus!🎤 Hosted by MCM’s own Andréa Duran, this episode brings together candid conversations with eighth-grade students, industry vendors and teachers from experiencing different “worlds.” From media and healthcare to trades and tech, our guests share their first impressions, big takeaways, and why exploring career paths this early really matters.📚 What’s Inside:Inspiring reactions from students discovering new passionsVendors and Teachers reflecting on the importance of early career explorationBehind-the-scenes insights from WoW’s 175+ businesses and organizationsHighlights from hands-on activities and demos across all industries🚀 This innovative, no-cost event—organized by WorkSource Montgomery, MCPS, and Montgomery College—connected 2,500+ students with real professionals, future opportunities, and the tools to dream bigger.🗺️ Explore the 6 Worlds at WoW:IT, Engineering, VR, ManufacturingArts, Hospitality, Cosmetology, EducationHealthcare, Behavioral Health, Life SciencesGreen Energy, Utilities, GovernmentJournalism, Business, Media, EntrepreneurshipTrades, Automotive, Construction, Public Safety🎧 Tune in to hear what inspired Montgomery County’s next generation—and what vendors loved about connecting with them!#MoCoCAP [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/mococap] #WorldsOfWork [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/worldsofwork] #YouthTalkPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/youthtalkpodcast] #CareerExploration [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/careerexploration] #MCPS [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/mcps] #MontgomeryCollege [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/montgomerycollege] #WorkSourceMontgomery [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/worksourcemontgomery] #AndreáDuran [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/andre%C3%A1duran] #MCM [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/mcm] #STEM [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/stem] #Trades [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/trades] #MediaCareers [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/mediacareers] #StudentVoices [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/studentvoices] #FutureReady [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/futureready]

YouthTalks Ep 13: A Talk about Cellphones in Schools | Students, Parents & Policy Makers Weigh In

Should students be allowed to use their cellphones during the school day? It’s a hot topic in classrooms and homes across the country—and this YouthTalk episode dives right into the heart of the debate.🎧 Join Andréa Durán, MCM’s Digital Storytelling Journalist, as she leads an honest and thought-provoking conversation about cellphone policies in schools. She’s joined by a parent advocate, a co-chair from the Montgomery County Education Association (MCEA) Cell Phone Policy Working Group, and our very own NexGen high school members, who bring raw and real student perspectives to the table.📚 In This Episode:Why schools are rethinking cellphone accessThe balance between learning, safety, and distractionWhat students really think about using phones in schoolInsights from those shaping Montgomery County’s future cellphone policyWhether you're a student, educator, parent, or policymaker, this conversation offers valuable perspectives on technology, discipline, freedom, and responsibility in the modern classroom.🔔 Listen now and be part of the conversation that’s shaping how learning and connection coexist in today’s schools.#YouthTalkPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/youthtalkpodcast] #CellphonePolicy [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/cellphonepolicy] #MontgomeryCountySchools [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/montgomerycountyschools] #MCEA [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/mcea] #YouthVoices [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/youthvoices] #StudentPerspectives [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/studentperspectives] #DigitalLearning [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/digitallearning] #SchoolDebate [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/schooldebate] #AndreáDurán [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/andre%C3%A1dur%C3%A1n] #MCMNexGen [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/mcmnexgen] #TechInEducation [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/techineducation]