With so many interviews and sports conversations during the course of the year, it’s always hard to pick the highlights. But here are a few 2022 Glenn Clark Radio interviews that stand out.
Kenji Bahar
Baltimore native and former Ravens quarterback Kenji Bahar (Calvert Hall) discussed what it meant to him to play in the NFL (and dress for a game) with his hometown team:
Ben Bender
Former Maryland and Calvert Hall standout Ben Bender discussed going No. 1 overall in the MLS SuperDraft to Charlotte FC:
Don McLean
Iconic singer/songwriter Don McLean discussed the 50th anniversary of the classic song “American Pie,” which he would later celebrate with a show at The Lyric in the summer:
Anthony Levine Sr.
Former Ravens safety Anthony Levine Sr. discussed his retirement from the NFL:
Jon Miller
In a wide ranging conversation, legendary Giants play-by-play voice and former Orioles voice Jon Miller discussed Barry Bonds falling short of Hall of Fame election and told amazing stories about Eddie Murray, Willie Mays and more:
Cedric Mullins
Orioles outfielder Cedric Mullins discussed his breakout 2021 season and his battle with Crohn’s disease:
Trey Mancini
Before being traded to the Astros, Orioles slugger Trey Mancini discussed his 2021 return to the field after a cancer battle and why it was so important to him to spend time in the offseason with Baltimore heath care workers:
Jake Funk
Running back Jake Funk (Maryland/Damascus) discussed winning the Super Bowl in his rookie season with the Rams and living out the dreams of his late former teammate Jordan McNair:
LaMonte Wade Jr.
Giants outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr. (Maryland/St. Paul’s) discussed his breakout 2021 MLB season:
Tamir Goodman
Baltimore basketball legend Tamir Goodman (Talmudical Academy/Towson) discussed his company (AVIV) providing the nets for the CIAA Tournament in Baltimore and why, despite everything, he still roots for Towson:
Michael Pierce
Defensive tackle Michael Pierce discussed his decision to re-sign in Baltimore after two years in Minnesota:
Marcus Williams
Safety Marcus Williams discussed signing a $70 million contract to join the Ravens:
Patrick Ricard
Fullback Patrick Ricard discussed the role John Harbaugh played in helping to make sure a deal was done to keep him with the Ravens:
Kevin Willard
The morning after his introduction, Maryland men’s basketball coach Kevin Willard discussed why he chose to leave Seton Hall for the Terrapins:
Bradley and Nikki Bozeman
Former Ravens offensive lineman Bradley Bozeman and his wife Nikki discussed their decision to leave for the Panthers in free agency:
Morgan Moses
Offensive tackle Morgan Moses discussed his decision to sign with the Ravens in free agency:
Greivis Vasquez
Former Maryland basketball star Greivis Vasquez emotionally discussed his interest in having a bigger role with the program moving forward:
Danny Manning
Former Maryland interim coach Danny Manning discussed the role he played in keeping the program afloat:
Actor Delante Desouza
Actor and Baltimore native Delante Desouza (Maryland/Poly) discussed playing Michael Cooper on the hit HBO show “Winning Time” and the role a legendary actor from “The Wire” played in his career:
Bruce Cunningham
Former Fox 45 sports director Bruce Cunningham discussed his retirement from full-time sports broadcasting:
Grayson Rodriguez, Colton Cowser, Gunnar Henderson and DL Hall
Orioles prospects Grayson Rodriguez, Colton Cowser, Gunnar Henderson and DL Hall (before the latter two were called up) discussed how the organization’s younger players are continuing to grow together:
Noah Batchelor
IMG Academy star and Frederick native Noah Batchelor discussed becoming Willard’s first commit at Maryland:
Sam Sessoms
Coppin State star Sam Sessoms discussed his decision to commit to the Eagles after being a standout at Penn State:
Actor Delaney Williams
Actor Delaney Williams discussed playing former Baltimore Police Commissioner Kevin Davis on HBO’s “We Own This City” 20 years after playing Jay Landsman on “The Wire:”
Cal Ripken Jr.
Hall of Famer Cal Ripken Jr. discussed the 30th anniversary of the first game at Camden Yards and the changes the Orioles made to the stadium:
Laura Harper
Former Maryland women’s basketball star Laura Harper discussed taking the Towson job after turning Coppin State around:
Jordan Stout
New Ravens punter Jordan Stout discussed being drafted by the Ravens and the opportunity to learn from Sam Koch:
Actor Josh Charles
Actor and lifelong Orioles/Ravens fan Josh Charles discussed pulling out his thick Baltimore accent to play Daniel Hersl on HBO’s “We Own This City” and announcing the Ravens’ selection of Travis Jones at the NFL Draft:
Eric Reed
Trainer Eric Reed discussed Rich Strike’s upset win in the Kentucky Derby:
Daniel Faalele
Offensive tackle Daniel Faalele discussed being selected by the Ravens in the fourth round of the NFL Draft:
Actor Tray Chaney
Actor Tray Chaney discussed returning to Baltimore to play Gordon Hawk on HBO’s “We Own This City” after his famous run as Poot on “The Wire:”
Keegan Akin
Orioles pitcher Keegan Akin discussed the success he was able to find out of the bullpen:
Muggsy Bogues
Baltimore basketball legend Muggsy Bogues discussed his new book “Muggsy,” including details of being a victim of a shooting in his hometown as a child:
Jahmir Young
Guard Jahmir Young discussed his decision to transfer to Maryland and becoming the first former DeMatha player to play for the Terps since Travis Garrison:
Brent Urban
Defensive lineman Brent Urban discussed his decision to re-sign with the Ravens after three seasons elsewhere:
Damon Wilson
Morgan State football coach Damon Wilson discussed his decision to come to Morgan after a successful run at Bowie State:
John Tillman
Maryland men’s lacrosse coach John Tillman discussed completing a perfect season and winning his second national championship:
Kristen “Dragon” Hansen
A former Navy soccer player, Commander Kristen “Dragon” Hansen discussed her role in the filming of the summer blockbuster “Top Gun: Maverick:”
Michael Locksley
In June, Maryland football coach Michael Locksley discussed signing a five-year contract extension and then in December, he discussed the team’s 7-5 season:
Richie Palacios
Guardians outfielder Richie Palacios (Towson) discussed becoming just the fifth former Tiger to reach the major league level:
Sherman Reed
Coppin State baseball coach Sherman Reed discussed leading the Eagles to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 1995:
Jahnathan Lamothe
Consensus four-star Maryland basketball commit Jahnathan Lamothe (St. Frances) discussed his commitment to play for Kevin Willard starting in 2023:
Jose Cuas
Former Maryland third baseman Jose Cuas discussed his journey to becoming a pitcher, being out of baseball altogether and working for FedEx and ultimately making his big league debut with the Royals this year:
Isaiah Likely
Tight end Isaiah Likely discussed being selected in the fourth round of the NFL Draft by the Ravens:
Eve Rosenbaum
Orioles assistant general manager Eve Rosenbaum discussed what it means to her to have been elevated to the position:
Bubba Alleyne
First Team All-American and Big Ten Player of the Year Bubba Alleyne discussed his remarkable career at Maryland and their controversial exit from the NCAA Tournament:
Noel Acton
Noel Acton from the Baltimore Banners and Tender Bridge discussed being recognized with the NHL Willie O’Ree Community Hero Award:
Heston Kjerstad
Former Orioles first-round pick Heston Kjerstad discussed finally making his pro debut two years later after battling COVID, myocarditis and injuries:
Logan Wisnauskas
Maryland lacrosse Tewaaraton Award winner Logan Wisnauskas (Boys’ Latin) discussed leading the Terps to their undefeated season and returning to Baltimore with the PLL’s Chrome:
Jackson Holliday
Before the MLB Draft, Jackson Holliday discussed what it would hypothetically mean to him to be selected at No. 1 overall, then after he was taken by the Orioles he returned to the show to discuss what it meant to him once it became a reality:
Steven Means
Edge rusher Steven Means discussed his decision to re-sign with the Ravens after seven years away:
Lional “Jellyroll” Dalton and Kelly Gregg
Former teammates Lional “Jellyroll” Dalton and Kelly Gregg discussed the death of Ravens legend Tony Siragusa:
David Hess
Former Orioles pitcher David Hess discussed returning to the mound with the Rays organization after undergoing cancer treatment and how Trey Mancini helped him through his battle:
Tyler Locklear
Former VCU slugger and Harford County native Tyler Locklear (Archbishop Curley) discussed being selected in the second round of the MLB Draft by the Mariners:
Jared Beck
Orioles 13th-round pick Jared Beck discussed his hopes to become the tallest player in MLB history:
Sonsy Gaba
Sonsy Gaba discussed what the Orioles’ “Mo Gaba Day” celebration meant to her, particularly Mancini’s magical inside-the-park home run:
Tim Kurkjian
Legendary ESPN MLB reporter (and former Baltimore Sun writer) Tim Kurkjian discussed being honored during the Baseball Hall of Fame induction ceremony:
Rick Dempsey and Gary Thorne
Former Orioles and Dodgers catcher and Southern California native Rick Dempsey and former Orioles TV play-by-play voice Gary Thorne discussed the death of legendary Dodgers play-by-play man Vin Scully:
Charlotte North
Two-time Tewaaraton Award winner Charlotte North discussed her magical summer in Baltimore, first leading Boston College to the brink of an NCAA title and then helping Team USA to a World Championship:
Austin Hays
Orioles outfielder Austin Hays discussed being named the team’s “Heart and Hustle Award” winner and his hopes to remain in Baltimore long term:
Rod Woodson
Hall of Famer Rod Woodson discussed returning to Baltimore to join the Ravens Gameday Radio team this season:
Jamie Kaiser Jr.
Consensus four-star IMG Academy forward Jamie Kaiser Jr. discussed his decision to commit to Maryland starting in 2023:
Dante Trader
Maryland safety Dante Trader (McDonogh) discussed his path from Delaware to Baltimore to College Park and his plans to play lacrosse for John Tillman in the spring:
Sean Tucker
Running back Sean Tucker (Calvert Hall) discussed his outstanding career at Syracuse:
Tyrrell Pigrome
Quarterback Tyrrell Pigrome discussed finishing his college career at Towson after starting it at Maryland:
Roman Hemby
Maryland running back Roman Hemby (John Carroll) discussed his breakout season:
Buck Martinez
Blue Jays broadcaster (and former Orioles color analyst) Buck Martinez discussed his return the broadcast booth after battling cancer:
Brandon Copeland
Linebacker Brandon Copeland (Gilman) discussed signing with and playing for his hometown Ravens:
Jalen Smith
Pacers forward Jalen Smith (Maryland/Mount Saint Joseph) discussed his emergence in his third NBA season:
Juan Dixon
Coppin State men’s basketball coach Juan Dixon (Maryland/Calvert Hall) discussed how the Eagles’ game at Maryland this season came about:
Santi Aldama
Grizzlies forward Santi Aldama (Loyola) discussed becoming a starter in his second NBA season:
DJ Brown
Notre Dame safety and Annapolis native DJ Brown discussed getting the chance to return home to play against Navy at M&T Bank Stadium after being a huge Ravens fan growing up:
Jayden Umbarger
Navy wide receiver and Baltimore native Jayden Umbarger (Archbishop Spalding) discussed getting the chance to play against Notre Dame at M&T Bank Stadium and why the Naval Academy was the right place for him:
Jacoby Jones
Ravens legend and Alabama State assistant coach Jacoby Jones colorfully discussed the 10th anniversary of the Super Bowl XLVII run (warning: conversation is equally hilarious and NSFW):
Damion Lee
Suns guard Damion Lee (Calvert Hall) discussed winning his first NBA title with the Warriors and joining a small fraternity of Baltimore natives to become NBA champions:
Diamond Miller
Maryland guard Diamond Miller discussed her knack for late-game heroics, including her buzzer-beating game-winner at Notre Dame:
Trent Dilfer
Former Ravens quarterback Trent Dilfer discussed taking his first college head coaching job with UAB:
Pete Shinnick
New Towson football coach Pete Shinnick discussed returning to Baltimore, where his father Don played for the Colts:
Jordan Moore
Duke wide receiver Jordan Moore (Loyola Blakefield) discussed the success he found after transitioning from quarterback and returning home to play in the Military Bowl:
Ken Niumatalolo
Former Navy football coach Ken Niumatalolo discussed being let go by the Naval Academy and reflected on his 15-year tenure: