Mother’s Podcast: Behind the Bar with Dave Rather & Kirk McEwen
Mother’s Podcast: Behind the Bar with Dave Rather & Kirk McEwen
Podcast Description
Welcome to the Mother’s Podcast – your backstage pass to the vibrant world of Mother’s Bar & Grille! Hosted by Dave Rather, owner of this Baltimore institution, and featuring guest appearances from local legends like Kirk McEwen, we bring you untold stories, industry insights, and plenty of laughs.From the origins of Mother’s to the buzz of Purple Patio Sundays, this podcast is your ticket to the best of Baltimore’s food, sports, and nightlife scene. Whether you’re a regular at one of our iconic locations or just love a great story over a cold drink, you’ll find something to enjoy here.Join us for behind-the-scenes conversations with the people who make Mother’s more than just a bar—it’s a community.What to Expect:Candid stories from behind the barExclusive interviews with local personalitiesSports talk, food trends, and community highlightsA celebration of all things Baltimore
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on Baltimore's food, sports, and nightlife scene with episodes discussing candid stories from the bar, local celebrity interviews, and community highlights. Examples include the bittersweet farewell to the original bar location and lively discussions around Ravens playoffs and Orioles season forecasts, emphasizing the connection between the bar and the local culture.
Welcome to the Mother’s Podcast – your backstage pass to the vibrant world of Mother’s Bar & Grille! Hosted by Dave Rather, owner of this Baltimore institution, and featuring guest appearances from local legends like Kirk McEwen, we bring you untold stories, industry insights, and plenty of laughs.
From the origins of Mother’s to the buzz of Purple Patio Sundays, this podcast is your ticket to the best of Baltimore’s food, sports, and nightlife scene. Whether you’re a regular at one of our iconic locations or just love a great story over a cold drink, you’ll find something to enjoy here.
Join us for behind-the-scenes conversations with the people who make Mother’s more than just a bar—it’s a community.
What to Expect:
- Candid stories from behind the bar
- Exclusive interviews with local personalities
- Sports talk, food trends, and community highlights
- A celebration of all things Baltimore
On this episode of the Mother’s Podcast, Dave and Kirk dive into a passionate debate about hockey greatness (Ovechkin vs. Gretzky), reflect on Michael Jordan’s enduring legacy versus LeBron James, and lament the Orioles’ rocky start. From the story behind the “Swaggy D” sandwich to the magic of the New Orleans Jazz Fest, this episode blends sports banter, local food talk, and music nostalgia with raw honesty about health, safety, and nightlife.
- 🎷 Get the scoop on upcoming shows at the 8×10 Club and Record Theatre
- 🧠 Hear how psilocybin and cannabis are reshaping wellness and harm reduction
- 🔥 Revisit mooning cheerleader buses, quitting smoking, and that one wild trip on mushrooms
Mentions
- Rebirth Brass Band – performing May 10 at the 8×10
- George Porter Jr. & John Papa Gros Band – upcoming at Record Theatre
- Shoutouts to Doc Marten & The Flannels, Tipitina’s, and Jazz Fest regulars
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