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Listen to teaser: Teaser on Youtube Podcast Teaser on RSS feed on Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more. About the Seventh State Podcast: The Seventh State Podcast asks two intertwined questions: Who is Maryland, and who is Governor Wes Moore? Through personal narration, history, and data, explore Maryland’s identity as “America in miniature,” post-COVID changes, and the political moment that elevated a charismatic outsider. As Wes Moore’s rise is traced—from campaign promis

A Maryland resident launches the Seventh State podcast to ask why the state feels less affordable and safe, citing rising costs and population loss. The episode frames Maryland as “America in miniature,” then introduces Wes Moore’s rapid rise and carefully built public image, alongside reported inconsistencies and controversies. It closes by challenging Maryland’s “solid blue” reputation with voter data and asks what political storytelling costs voters.