In this episode of Beer and Conversation with Pigweed and Crowhill, we crack open a First State IPA and dive into the quirky and complex history of Maryland—from its colonial beginnings to its odd borders, bold flag, and surprising state symbols.
Learn about:
- Why Maryland has one of the most distinctive flags in the U.S.
- The Catholic roots of the colony and its experiment in religious tolerance
- Feuds with Virginia and Delaware that helped shape state lines
- Strange land grants, early tobacco economics, and the role of slavery
- The story behind counties like Prince George’s and Anne Arundel
- Why the state sport is jousting (yes, really)
- Forgotten heroes like Arctic explorer Matthew Henson
- And the ongoing mystery of why no one’s ever seen a Baltimore Oriole in Baltimore
We cover centuries of drama, trivia, and local pride—with plenty of laughs and beer-fueled banter along the way.
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