Hi folks, Steve Rouse here. Well, it’s taken me a while to figure out the “next thing”, but I believe I have with these stories. From growing up in a small town in the 50’s and 60’s to a crazy morning show and our band, to an organic farm and a slightly scandalous BnB, I’m sharing my journey with all the humorous twists and turns this old baby boomer has experienced along the way. Plus, I share a lifestyle, we call “Steve Style” full of growing veggies, having a flock of chickens, keeping bees, heating with wood, cutting firewood, and being one of Mother Nature’s closest friends.

Listen in the car or read and watch at lunch, in bed or sitting on the … you know. I hope you enjoy!

Steve Rouse

Sep

TOMORROW: Live podcast interview with Linda Sherman!

Don’t forget! Tomorrow, Wednesday, September 24th LIVE recording of the Lunch with Steve and Maynard Podcast with guest Linda Sherman! Lunch is homemade sloppy joes, cole slaw, french fries and ice cream for just $5! You can’t beat that deal anywhere! Boumi Temple 5050 King Ave, Rosedale RSVP here!

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Sep

Dreams Really Do Come True

We gave you the trailer to my new story about how I got to Baltimore. Here’s the whole story with the audition tape that got me the job included! And now: Dreams Really Do Come True My Father’s Zenith AM/FM shortwave radio, which I confiscated after a short term of non-use, was on my nightstand right next to my record player. My desk, where I allegedly did my homework, had a gooseneck lamp clamped on...

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Sep

The misadventures of making it to Baltimore to be on big time radio

From a small-town kid spinning imaginary records to finally landing behind the mic in Baltimore, this is an excerpt from the funny, heartfelt journey of chasing a boyhood dream. Along the way are quirky characters, laugh-out-loud misadventures, and the determination that proves sometimes—just sometimes—dreams really do come true. Look out for the full story on Monday the 22nd This post is brought to you by: Full Circle Boards: offering charcuterie boards big and small for...

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Sep

You’re gonna be a star! ✨ Larry Noto on performing with Brad Garrett from Lunch with Steve & Maynard

Larry Noto is funny. Apparently Brad Garrett thinks so, too. On the Lunch with Steve and Maynard podcast, Larry shares the story of his “big break” with Brad Garrett, and how he was so close to stardom, and chose to walk away, all details in his book The Opening Act. Larry was good at being a comic, but it turns out, Larry is great at a lot of things. He’s also a singer, band leader,...

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Sep

LIVE recording of Episode 7 of the Lunch with Steve and Maynard podcast!

It’s been a long 25 years since Linda Sherman, Maynard and I have been in the same room recording the Rouse & Co Morning Show on Baltimore’s WQSR Radio. Here’s the earth shattering news: We’re going to be in the same room again! And you’re invited! Wednesday, September 24th 2025 Boumi Temple: 5050 King Ave, Rosedale LIVE recording of Episode 7 of the Lunch with Steve and Maynard podcast! Doors open at 11, lunch is...

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Sep

Welcome to Mitchell’s Jewelers!

Big news! We’re pumped (happy)( just not thrilled or excited) to welcome Mitchell‘s Jewelers, 1500 Reisterstown Rd., Pikesville as our newest partner for the Lunch with Steve and Maynard podcast, therealsteverouse.com website/blog and The Real Steve Rouse posts across our platforms. From stunning jewelry to jewelry creation and design, to Mitchell’s specialty, expert jewelry repair, this is a true local gem and Mitchell is a true craftsman. For over 40 years Mitchell and his wife...

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Sep

Larry Noto’s ride with comedian Richard Lewis from the Lunch with Steve and Maynard podcast

Hey everyone! We’re thrilled to share a brand new episode of Lunch with Steve and Maynard, where we had the pleasure of chatting with the incredibly talented comedian, singer, author, band leader and entrepreneur: Bel Air’s own Larry Noto! We laugh, we cry, and then we laugh some more. This is the story of a comedian on the cusp of hitting it big, then walking away. The story of a guy who suddenly finds one...

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Sep

Interview with Shari Elliker on the podcast!

We spent some time with Shari Elliker yesterday recording for the Lunch with Steve and Maynard podcast. We both have worked with Shari in the past. She is super talented, funny, and has a resume that’s extensive, including hosting her own talk show on WBAL, the “Broadminded” show on XM, she did the morning show on WHFS for a number of years, she spent four years on the popular Don and Mike Show in DC. ...

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Sep

Mushroom Mania: The Day We Found a Harvest!

If you’ve been following the “Mushroom Chronicles” this week: We started with inoculating the logs with mushroom spores. Next was the surprise find when “someone” (Vicky), placed grocery store mushrooms on my inoculated mushroom logs in the woods for me to find. Haha very funny. Just a few days after our last check, we’re greeted with this stunning harvest, showcasing the magic of mushroom cultivation. 🎉 We can’t contain our excitement over this successful gardening...

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