Shauntee Daniels, Executive Director of the Baltimore National Heritage Area, joined Dr. Kaye to discuss how the organization is working to preserve Baltimore's history while addressing the challenges facing the city's youth.
Daniels spoke on issues including squeegee culture and dirt bike riding, framing both as symptoms of marginalization and a lack of resources. She stressed the importance of early intervention, education, and understanding the city's history as tools for building civic pride and responsibility.
She also highlighted a 2019 documentary, By Any Means Necessary, which chronicled the lives of Baltimore's squeegee workers.
Callers weighed in during the conversation, raising concerns about funding mismanagement and suggesting solutions such as safe spaces for dirt bike riders and expanded mentorship programs.
Listen to the full conversation above.
This audio was summarized using an AI assisted tool.
