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About Around Town

Around Town with the Laurel Board of Trade is a Laurel TV interview show spotlighting the local businesses, nonprofits, and people who make Laurel, Maryland work. Each episode is a relaxed 15–30 minute conversation about your story, your work, and what's new.

Episodes air on Laurel TV's cable channel and on YouTube.

Meet your host: Jason Plotkin

Jason Plotkin has hosted Around Town since March 2026. He is the CEO and Managing Attorney of Pinder Plotkin Legal Team, a Maryland personal injury and workers' compensation firm with an office in Laurel, and has practiced law for 20 years. Jason also serves as a director of the Laurel Board of Trade.

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Frequently asked questions

Who can be a guest?

Around Town guests are Laurel Board of Trade members, LBOT sponsors, and community organizations and leaders.

Do I have to be a Laurel Board of Trade member?

Guests are LBOT members and sponsors, plus community organizations and leaders. If you're not a member or sponsor, tell us about your organization or community role in the application.

When and where are interviews recorded?

Interviews are coordinated with Laurel TV and are generally held on the second Tuesday of each month, 10–11 a.m. Occasionally the date changes because of Jason's travel and speaking schedule or other Laurel TV commitments.

How long is an interview?

Most interviews run 15 to 30 minutes.

Where do episodes air?

On Laurel TV's cable channel and on YouTube.

What happens after I apply?

You'll get a confirmation email, and our team will review your application and reach out about scheduling.

Around Town is produced with Laurel TV and the Laurel Board of Trade. Hosted by Jason Plotkin, Pinder Plotkin Legal Team.