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After witnessing and opining on the entire state of horse racing and the sport in Maryland over the past 35 years on the radio regarding its complete deterioration, Nestor Aparicio only really trusts one voice about the sport of kings: Dick Jerardi. His one time colleague in 1984 has gone off to Philadelphia to become one of the legendary horse racing insiders in the sport and attempts to calm his now-much-older-and-more-cynical friend down about very rational Preakness and Triple Crown concerns as Pimlico goes to war with Churchill and Belmont, and NBC and Fox square off and Wes Moore is holding press conferences. Get the truth here...
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Short term assets, long term gains and the risk and reward of winning and losing in Major League Baseball. Our financial resource Leonard Raskin brings the money of baseball to Nestor in aftermath of Orioles saving 30 million in deals this week and the industry about to descend into an offseason of chaos – no matter who wins the World Series.
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We treasure our chats with future Hall of Famer Janet Marie Smith, who once again takes Nestor on a tour of modern stadium design and a Baltimore history primer that will remind you why you love Oriole Park at Camden Yards so much.
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With the MLB trade deadline deals of Mike Elias behind us and the labor war ahead, Allen McCallum and Nestor recap the departure of Adley Rutschman and have a tough discussion about the Orioles here-and-now with fans and how this next eight weeks leads to a lot of uncertainty in Baltimore and all around the industry of baseball.
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It’s not always about having all of the numbers in order to win big. Seth Elkin of The Maryland Lottery […]
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Everything about the extension of wide receiver Zay Flowers makes sense to Luke Jones as he rolls out the rationale and reasoning behind inking Lamar Jackson's new favorite target long term for big money. He joins Nestor to discuss the numbers and Ravens' investment, and the state of the NFL salary cap and realities of signing No. 8 and what it will take to make him happy in Baltimore.
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Pat Dyer makes his case for Baltimore County Executive as Republican nominee with Nestor at Costas Timonium
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We always learn a ton of new information about leagues, franchises and ownership value and values whenever we invite Kurt Badenhausen of Sportico to give Nestor the new math of Orioles and Ravens franchise valuations and the upcoming MLB ownership risk that David Rubenstein and Michael Arougheti have taken in with a sport without a labor and cost certainty compass.
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We're all watching the Baltimore Orioles and trying to figure out the salary cap, labor and the trade machinations of Mike Elias. Meanwhile, our pal Zach Dermer is just trying to introduce his kids to the game. Our HVAC and plumbing friend at The Comfort Guys joins Nestor at Costas Timonium on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour to talk Birdland summer problems and the rules of the game.
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After taking a day to let the Adley Rutschman-to-the-Boston Red Sox deal marinate, Luke Jones and Nestor take a deeper look at the intentions of Mike Elias and the Orioles' organization. They delve into the departures, reasoning and rationale for all of the deadline moves relating to salary, management, ownership and the pending labor war that will greatly impact service time, money and rosters with young players.
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The World Cup came to the United States of America for the first time in 32 years this summer. Sports business professor Marty Conway tells Nestor it won't be that long before the world's biggest sports tournament returns to our shores. And, of course, Professor Conway brings the heat for MLB as the labor wars start to heat up in a familiar refrain of billionaires vs. millionaires with the fans paying the freight.
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Did the Baltimore Orioles throw in the towel on the 2026 season on Monday? Probably. But as Luke Jones and Nestor point out, this current project of Mike Elias isn't working at any level and the haul for Adley Rutschman plus the other deals with Dean Kremer, Taylor Ward and Tyler Wells have certainly disgusted what's left the of Orioles fan base. Another selloff; different ownership. Does anyone know what they're doing at The Warehouse?
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John Martin of Maryland Lottery tells Nestor about million dollar Powerball winner, the Ravens scratch-off rollout and some changes at the top of the organization.
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If you're counting sheep at night, it might be time to add up the cost of the loss of energy. Dr. Stephanie Wappel of GBMC is here to discuss sleep science and modern treatment for insomnia and apnea as Nestor doesn't go to sleep on how different we all rest and when and how. And just what is the Sunshine Protection Act?
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The Baltimore Orioles are on the field playing games that matter and trying to make trade deadline news off the field and magic on it. And the Baltimore Ravens have Super Bowl potential and a lot of questions about the new leadership as training camp begins in Owings Mills. Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the Birds of summer and fall and the takeover of our sports mind space as August heats up.
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No one will be covering the battle after the World Series quite like Evan Drellich of The Athletic, who gives a full primer and overview of the upcoming MLB labor war with the MLBPA and the Orioles' role in the battle of billionaires vs. millionaires that many expect to greatly impact the business of baseball immediately following the season, if not already in some markets.
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It's always lively when we convene with Allen McCallum and Luke Jones on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour for a sit down and baseball conversation. The dynamic duo convenes with Nestor at Costas Inn in Timonium for a summer reality check on the Baltimore Orioles, the upcoming labor crisis and how it might act to inspire Rubenstein, Arougheti and Elias to act in the coming days and weeks.
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With a few days of observations under his purple belt, our Luke Jones joins Nestor to discuss the work on the fields in Owings Mills as the Baltimore Ravens hit the field with a whole new feel under rookie head coach Jesse Minter and a real belief in the Super Bowl possibilities. But, here's what needs to go the right way in August...
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles miracle comeback win over Tigers and MLB trade possibilties
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We always learn more about baseball when venerable ESPN insider Tim Kurkjian returns "home" to Baltimore to talk Orioles, ownership and the realities of the MLB labor war escalating. Deadlines, trade talk and the love of the game are all in this one.
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Only those who were here when it was great can remember the three million fans that annually poured into Oriole Park at Camden Yards and how much the baseball team mattered to Baltimore a generation ago. But as the MLB trade deadline and labor wars loom, we welcome Buster Olney of ESPN back "home" for a spirited visit with Nestor to discuss the current realities for David Rubenstein and Michael Arougheti to attempt to lift the franchise back to annual contention and support from the baseball fans of Maryland.
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The first days of the new tenure of rookie head coach Jesse Minter bring a fresh look for everything in Owings Mills as the Baltimore Ravens begin a march toward February dreams of a successful January. But, first, the dog days of July as Luke Jones and Nestor open the doors of purple training camp in Owings Mills with three big areas of concern.
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The pitching of the Baltimore Orioles has been much better than expected and certainly good enough to win most nights over the past two months. But, it's the bullpen that might need the most help and be the hardest to improve as the MLB trade deadline awaits on Monday. Luke Jones and Nestor assess the dealing position of Mike Elias and what might make the Birds buyers or sellers in any specific deal as it appears the franchise will continue to reach for help in a race-to-the-bottom wild card dash in the mediocre American League pennant race.
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Our Pikesville-via-Tampa sportswriter and pal Joel Poiley returns from sunny Florida for an Orioles trade conversation as the phones around Major League Baseball heat up for a tepid pennant race full of American League mediocrity and opportunity? How will Mike Elias react?
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The rich history but lack of any real rivalry between Philadelphia and Baltimore continues this week as the Phillies bring their fan base and passion to Camden Yards and will fill the Inner Harbor with tourist dollars in visiting the Orioles. Fresh back from two days at the All Star Game in Philaldelphia, Nestor welcomes old sports executive pal and Baltimore native Micah Buchdahl back to test the waters of Charm City sports history and a Camden Yards visit with friends and family colliding in his twisted fate of professional sports. This guy once roomed with Charlie Eckman on the road and ran an indoor soccer franchise in the MISL...
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Rocker John Allen of Stone Horses joins Nestor for a nostalgic tour of Dundalk, Essex and the end of the Eastpoint Mall era
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For the 28th anniversary of WNST as an AM radio behemoth here in Baltimore and returning from the Home Run Derby, Nestor welcomes back, back, back his neighbor and chiropractor Dr. Steve Elliott to Pizza John's in Essex on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour to discuss spines and necks and great chiropractic health in Towson with Nestor.
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Our webmaster and activist extraordinaire Jessica Valis joined Nestor at Pizza John's in Essex on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour to discuss the history of Baltimore ice cream and its roots in her community just over the line in Southern Pennsylvania, where she's leading an effort to build an ice cream playground for the kids in her hometown of tremendous delicious tradition from the farms to locals' bellies. I scream, you scream...
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It's July and before the end of this sweltering month, the Baltimore Ravens will take to the fields in Owings Mills to prepare for a September 13th kickoff in Indianapolis. Luke Jones and Nestor set the summer stage for Baltimore Ravens season with observations about strengths, weaknesses and center needs for rookie head coach Jesse Minter as a new purple era begins for Lamar Jackson as heavy favorites in the AFC North.
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We love a great Maryland Lottery big winner story and Executive Director John Martin delivered a Western Maryland tale of triumph from a winning man who almost gave it all away.
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Yeah, the Baltimore Orioles lost two of three to the surging Atlanta Braves at Camden Yards but it was the Kyle Bradish press conference with owner David Rubenstein and baseball ops leader Mike Elias that Luke Jones and Nestor want to discuss after another lost weekend of terrible offense and bad defense. And this franchise will be a buyer this weekend at the MLB trade deadline? Help us make it make sense...
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It's always fun having a former MLB player on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour and former Towson Tigers and big-league outfield Casper Wells returned at Greenmount Station with Zach Dermer and our 1990s WNST ballpark reporter Howard Scher to talk summer baseball and inside heat.
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With the stench and smoke of the Canadian fires changing the color of the sun to a bright creamy orange last week, we knew we needed to check in with Zach Dermer of The Comfort Guys to discuss indoor air quality as well as outdoor Orioles baseball. Filtering through the orangy sky and the purple haze of summer with great advice for your home.
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The old people among us have been hearing all of our lives about how soccer was the biggest sport in the world and that it would soon own the American youth and soul. Well, we're not quite there but Leonard Raskin and Nestor admit to the World Cup lure and draw and ability to enrapture our country – well, at least until the real football season begins next week.
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The center of attention for the Baltimore Ravens will always be two-time MVP quarterback Lamar Jackson but from the center out the offensive line will be under the microscope as training camp gets set to begin in Owings Mills. Luke Jones and Nestor preview the NFL season and discuss the massive changes for everyone in #RavensFlock who will witness rookie head coach Jesse Minter take over the program.
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Ten days ago, the Baltimore Orioles had two potential All Star catchers on the roster and as they return home after dropping two of three at Fenway Park, the Birds are searching for answers to keep hope alive before the August 3rd MLB trade deadline. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Atlanta Braves visit to Camden Yards and the roster realities of the depleted Orioles.
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It's always a pleasure to welcome Baltimore musician Tim Camp back home to discuss his work as The Slim Man and his Rat Pack crooning as he returns to Little Italy on Thursday night at La Scala to raise funds for the Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital. Nestor gets all of the old Bootcamp, early MTV video stories and his work as a songwriter with Brian Jack of Child's Play, as well as all of his current music (he calls it "a male Sade") work in Palm Springs, California. Oh, and Slim is still cooking in the kitchen, too!
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Are you ready for football season? Seth Elkin of The Maryland Lottery helps Nestor roll out a new season of Ravens scratchoffs and big purple prizes on and off the field as we welcome the boys back onto the field for the fall.
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When owner David Rubenstein said the Baltimore Orioles were "open for business" back in April after signing Shane Baz, we said we'd believe what we see in payroll spending. This week, Mike Elias inked top-of-the-rotation starter Kyle Bradish to a 5-year, $90 million deal that Luke Jones and Nestor highly endorse for the future of the franchise. We should all agree that starting pitching is pretty important.
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The defense as a whole of this year’s Baltimore Orioles team is the worst we've ever seen in Birdland. No matter how many games in a row they win, it’s atrocious. Fly balls. Ground balls. Cut off man. Cut off throws. Nothing is routine; everything is a wild adventure. Luke Jones and Nestor lament the Orioles throwing away their seven-game winning streak in Boston on Monday night.
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Since our Luke Jones went on his annual New Jersey beach vacation, the Baltimore Orioles haven't lost. It's not lost on Nestor as the pair discuss the Orioles' torrid seven-game winning streak heading to Fenway Park in Boston, where the Red Sox have won 13 in a row. Something's gotta give in Beantown in the AL East race.
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We hoped to have legendary Blast Hall of Fame head coach Kenny Cooper on right after England won its way […]
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What makes local foundations so powerful for the people Baltimore? Let Annie Milli educate you about Goldseker Foundation and how it powers local organizations that fill the neighborhood needs that government can't manage in our community.
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Legendary Rush historian and WMMS radio queen Donna Halper tells Nestor her lifelong journey with Geddy, Alex and Neil and the miracle of this reunion tour with new drummer Anika Nilles.
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Our Forest Park golf pro R.J. Sheppard returns to get Nestor ready for the links and the cavernous sand traps of Royal Birkdale and full week of British sport domination as the best in the world battle for another major.
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We're almost ready for Ravens season and the new scratch off promotion but there are plenty of ways to play responsibly and win. Executive Director John Martin of The Maryland Lottery returns with a summer update on sports wagering and some new games rolling out in late July.
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As the All Star break opens the second half of the MLB season with labor pains and the August 3rd trade deadline looming, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the realities of the Baltimore Orioles and the empty feel of Camden Yards with a view from the periphery of a weak American League wildcard race to the bottom.
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It's almost over after a 32-year wait, so how was the American World Cup hosting experience for our sports fans, cities and traveling soccer fans from all over the world. Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss World Cup and British football fever and ways to enjoy summer, American style.
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We expect that Baltimore will soon be chosen as a future site of the Major League Baseball All Star Game for the first time since 1993. It's always educational when Eric Fisher of Front Office Sports goes deep on all things MLB, Orioles labor and what an All Star Game for Camden Yards would mean in 2030.
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With Luke Jones headed for vacation and Nestor headed for Philadelphia to cover the Major League Baseball All Star Game, they convene at Faidley's Seafood at Lexington Market for an All Star sendoff and Baltimore dreams for a 2030 Midsummer Classic in a freshly coifed Camden Yards. Plenty of fun show and tell in this one and tales of the road.
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When the offense commits five turnovers it's hard to blame the defense for a loss. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Joe Burrow coming back from a serious injury to defeat a beleaguered Ravens defense that lost some luster on Thanksgiving night against the Cincinnati Bengals.
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Five turnovers and 14 points of offense will never get it done. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the disaster of Lamar Jackson's mistakes and the sluggish Ravens offense against Bengals in a disappointing holiday beatdown in Baltimore.
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Short rest, tired bodies and a prime time Joe Burrow vs. Lamar Jackson AFC North showdown in Baltimore for the holiday. Luke Jones and Nestor limp into Thanksgiving with many concerns for the Ravens as the quarterbacks step up in weight class for the emerging defense and No. 8 tries to play through the pain.
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It's a holiday event in primetime as the first-place Baltimore Ravens look to make it six in a row against their division foe, who will return one of the best quarterbacks in the business. Longtime Bengals color analyst and 10-year NFL offensive lineman Dave Lapham updates Nestor on why Joe Burrow will get back on the field on Thanksgiving and who will be involved in the passing game with two top wide receivers out for Cincinnati.
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There's plenty of time for baseball and football and hockey talk but this is the week we stop and give thanks for all of it. Leonard Raskin joins Nestor to discuss thankfulness, good health and sports prosperity for Thanksgiving.
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Coppin State student government leader Karis Joyner tells Nestor about her Northeast Baltimore roots and West Baltimore path to education […]
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At one point during the 1-5 start, the Baltimore Ravens defense ranked last in the NFL. With better health, better play and the addition of two veterans by Eric DeCosta, the defense of Zach Orr appears much improved and poised to lead the team while the offense continues to try to find some rhythm behind a gimpy franchise quarterback. Luke Jones and Nestor get defensive about the marked improvement and the emergence of key young players.
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We're pretty sure that the surprises of the Baltimore Orioles offseason are just beginning. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss where Mike Elias will go next in search of improving a last-place roster still in need of more pitching and punch than whatever help Taylor Ward will bring from Anaheim in the absence of Grayson Rodriguez.
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Plenty of big winners to report this week as the Executive Director of The Maryland Lottery John Martin returns to update Nestor on some of the fun of giving away the grand prizes for several scratch-off promotions and big trip winners just in time for the holidays.
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It's pretty clear that Orioles fans thought more of the future of one-time ace pitching prospect Grayson Rodriguez than Mike Elias did after dealing the 26-year with four years of MLB control to Anaheim for slugging outfielder Taylor Ward. Why did the Birds quit on GrayRod? Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the philosophy and offseason strategy of new ownership with free agency looming.
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It's another Wednesday and another missed early week practice for the Ravens' two-time MVP quarterback. Is it rest or a lingering injury? With two games in four days coming during Thanksgiving week, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the health of Lamar Jackson and what it means for the running game against the New York Jets on Sunday.
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With another win over the Cleveland Browns and the record finally back to .500, the Ravens will soon be seeing the rest of the AFC North up close. Luke Jones and Nestor assess Baltimore's positioning in the AFC North playoff race with the Jets and Bengals coming quickly this week and the Steelers picking up the pieces of Aaron Rodgers' hand injury.
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The Ravens defense has made major strides since being the worst unit in the league through the first month of the season. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the additions of Alohi Gilman and Dre'Mont Jones and better health and an emerging young core that has allowed the Ravens to put four wins in a row together to get back to .500, as the Jets and Bengals visit Baltimore next week.
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The rolls have gotten big with large jackpots lately and Seth Elkin of The Maryland Lottery joins Nestor to discuss some history and Mega Millions jackpots as well as the season for winning and some new holiday games.
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It was far from a textbook victory for the Baltimore Ravens in Cleveland on Sunday. Three turnovers, a sputtering offense and the need for a Mark Andrews trick play on 4th and 1 were all featured in the win over the Browns. But that makes four in a row and three in a row on the road. Luke Jones and Nestor dissect a too-close-for-comfort but satisfying win for the 5-5 Ravens.
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UMBC Political Science professor Sunil Dasgupta and Nestor cross paths every summer at the Maryland Counties Conference in Ocean City. Finally, they share a Maryland Crab Cake Tour chat at State Fare in Catonsville discussing why his podcast is called "I Hate Politics."
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After taking a few rides in Phoenix in a driverless car, Nestor came home with AI on the brain and has been working feverishly behind the scenes to get more intelligent about the future of technology. Bill Cole and Todd Schuler join Nestor at Pizza John's on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour for a real conversation about artificial intelligence and real youth sports parenting.
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We love bringing the best people in Baltimore together. There's been a magazine story on the wall at Koco's Pub for years that compares the Marcella Knight's jumbo crab cake to the smoked version from our friend Chef Nancy Longo of Pierpoint. So, Nestor brought them together in Lauraville on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour for foodie fun.
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We are loving these offseason baseball conversations but will the Hot Stove heat up enough to energize the Baltimore Orioles fan base for the first time in a generation? Time will tell. Ron Cassie of Baltimore Magazine joins Luke Jones and Nestor for a Baltimore baseball offseason primer of hopes and possibilities for David Rubenstein and Michael Arougheti to step up and into the big leagues of MLB payroll.
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When the franchise quarterback doesn't make it on to the practice field on Wednesday, the purple flags get raised. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the achy knee of Lamar Jackson and the Ravens path to victory in Cleveland. And beyond...
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It's been two decades of incredible dominance from the moment Alex Ovechkin joined the Washington Capitals. After scoring the magic 900th goal, Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the inevitable end of his run of greatness and the beginning of another NHL season.
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Oh, sure the Cleveland Browns are a last-place operation without a legitimate NFL quarterback but the real story in Northern Ohio is the gambling indictments of a pair of Guardians baseball players. Radio legend Munch Bishop joins Nestor to discuss the future of the football team and the shame of the worst side of sports gambling bubbling up in MLB.
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You don't feel sorry for the Cleveland Browns being so awful on the field again if you're a Baltimore Ravens fan but for the NFL faithful in Northern Ohio, the insults keep coming as the billionaire owner whisks the franchise and the stadium off to the 'burbs abandoning downtown against plenty of opposition. Let longtime journalist Scott Petrak update you on the continuing saga of ineptitude from the Haslam family.
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It's not a "homer" vibe to think that the one-time 1-5 Baltimore Ravens are now the favorites to win the AFC North. Most of the NFL sees the remaining schedule and starts penciling in wins for Lamar Jackson and the Ravens. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss that it won't be easy but it's all certainly sitting right there in a carousel NFL season.
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It was ugly a few weeks ago when the Baltimore Ravens were 1-5 and heavily injured. But, three wins in a row has fumigated the terrible start, and Luke Jones and Nestor assess the current reality of a weak schedule and a middling pack of AFC playoff hopefuls that still has Owings Mills believing in a January Super Bowl run.
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The word is out that the reunion is on for the local 1990s band, Love Riot, and Lisa Mathews and "Young" Ron Campbell join Nestor at Koco's Pub on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour to tell him how and why the band has reunited this month to make beautiful music again at the Creative Arts Alliance in Highlandtown on November 21st.
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We knew inviting our old journalist-turned-communications pro Greg Abel would involve a walk down "Free The Birds" memory lane but Nestor did not bring him to Koco's Pub on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour to talk about the past but instead to question the future of the Orioles brand and Baltimore sports media and marketing with a lifer chronicler and fan of Charm City glory.
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The families of our sponsors are our family, too! Let our pal and chef Eric Campbell of Koco’s Pub give you all of the information about a former bartender in need of some family love this Sunday at Waverly Brewing to help the family of Paul Anderson.
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The delicious pizza at Pizza John's brings all of our friends together to talk baseball in Essex. Our MLB insider Luke Jones and legendary sports cartoonist Ricig join Nestor on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour to take a deep dive on the everything Baltimore Orioles offseason. From the leadership of Mike Elias and the hiring of Craig Albernaz to the expectations of spending hundreds of millions of David Rubenstein and Michael Arougheti's money before Valentine's Day, it's always baseball season here.
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We love mixing and match the best people in Baltimore. This time, John Hoey of The Y joins Nestor with Baltimore Magazine Senior Editor Ron Cassie to discuss the Turkey Trot and plenty of local history and optimism from Pizza John's on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour.
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The record says the Baltimore Ravens are 4-5 but Luke Jones and Nestor go all "Baltimore Positive" in celebrating three wins in a row for the men of John Harbaugh after another win over the Minnesota Vikings and the possibilities of a AFC North title. It's been a much better month for health and results but is this team really a Super Bowl contender?
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With many holiday promotions in progress, John Martin of The Maryland Lottery joins Nestor to discuss Thankswinning and huge jackpots in Mega Millions and Powerball and plenty of local winners in the Ravens second-chance drawings.
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Longtime Minnesota sportswriter Kevin Seifert of ESPN and one-time local colleague of Nestor covering the Orioles back in the 1990s returns to Baltimore for a primer on the mystery of quarterback J.J. McCarthy and the belief Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell has in him to lead the franchise. Plenty of purple knowledge in the this one.
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No one can get you ready for a Minnesota Vikings game better than the longtime voice of Skol and the people in the Twin Cities. One-time Maryland resident and bon vivant Paul Allen (aka P.A. On The Mic) tells Nestor why Andrew Van Ginkel might be the most important player in Sunday's match-up with the Baltimore Ravens and how the crowd will factor into Lamar Jackson's day in Minneapolis.
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They met as young sportswriters in early 1984 here at The News American right before the landscape of the NFL began changing. Longtime St. Louis sportswriter Jeff Gordon joins former colleague Nestor for a Mayflower journey on losing franchises and winning championships – and still losing franchises. From Colts to Cardinals to Rams to Ravens to Inglewood...
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With all of the hubbub of the NFL trade deadline and all of the extra salary cap space Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta had at his disposal, the team added just edge specialist Dre'Mont Jones from the Tennessee Titans for a 5th round pick. Luke Jones and Nestor assess the moves and machinations of a healthier 3-5 squad headed to Minnesota as a four-point favorite against the Vikings and quarterback J.J. McCarthy.
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Is it the job of the Orioles manager to recruit the community? Well, someone or something has to be a part of driving the Baltimore baseball brand forward this offseason. Luke Jones and Nestor welcome new skipper Craig Albernaz and discuss their hopes for improvements and acquisitions in this offseason that Mike Elias will be judged daily on progress.
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This week, the Baltimore Orioles will welcome the next manager since Joe Altobelli to attempt to bring a World Series title to Camden Yards. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the glorious October playoff run and a legendary 2025 World Series between the Dodgers and Blue Jays – and look to the Orioles offseason with real expectations for the unexpected with money and deals. We've got baseball on the brain.
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When there's Game 7 World Series magic interrupting real life and parties on a Saturday night, the memories are made forever. Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss an American Dream week for sports with big drama and snapshots and "where were you when?" moments for anyone who loves baseball. And the Ravens won two games, too!
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Do you know who Catie Griggs is and what she does? How about Sashi Brown? Well, they are the millionaires who run your "local" sports franchise as the "caretaker" for billionaires David Rubenstein, Michael Arougheti and Steve Bisciotti. Nestor heard from them this week, even if they didn't care to meet him for $100 a throw...
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Making a massive deal at the NFL trade deadline would not be unique for the Baltimore Ravens. With needs on the offensive and defensive lines and an urgent need for a pass rusher, Luke Jones and Nestor get creative with the potential deals and conversations and the real NFL menu of Eric DeCosta as a 3-5 seeks to improve and chase an AFC playoff berth.
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Helping local families facing urgent hardships has always been the goal of Starboard Society and longtime friend Cindy Atkinson of Hartman Associates joined Nestor at State Fare in Catonsville on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour to provide us the full scope of their work and impact. Join them at the Concept House in Timonium on Saturday, November 7th along with our friends at Ink + Numbers and learn about their local mission.
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The deals began over the weekend with the Baltimore Ravens sending Jaire Alexander to Philadelphia but Luke Jones and Nestor expect the additions to be larger than the subtractions as the complex games of NFL trade deals crescendo on Tuesday afternoon.
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The jackpots are huge and the winners have been having fun and producing tales of charity as well in the community. Seth Elkin of The Maryland Lottery returns to add it all up and set Nestor straight on the sweet smells of the holiday scratch-off season.
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When it's time to put a baseball round table together, we gather at least a hundred years worth of media and institutional insights about the Baltimore Orioles like no other group. Longtime MLB media analysts Luke Jones and Allen McCallum join Nestor at State Fare in Catonsville on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour for an Orioles offseason primer and plenty of insights on the hiring of new Birds manager Craig Albernaz and everything that needs to be on the checklist of Mike Elias in the coming weeks at Camden Yards.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss improving and healing Ravens defense shutting down Tua and Dolphins attack
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss homecoming return of Lamar Jackson in victory over hapless Dolphins
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Luke Jones and Nestor get ready for Miami and return of Lamar Jackson to Ravens
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As the heavy lifting of the offseason begins for the last-place Baltimore Orioles, the first step is complete. New manager Craig Albernaz brings plenty of fresh blood and great recommendations but as Luke Jones and Nestor point out, the players the team acquires this offseason and the maturation of a bevy of young, high-ceiling prospects will decide his fate in the dugout. It's still baseball season in Baltimore!
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In our continuing series with GBMC Healthcare about wellness and all of life's ailments along with some practical advice and information, we're joined by Carroll County native and local orthopedic surgeon Dr. Grant Duvall, who helps Nestor better understand modern knee and hip replacement and a faster recovery to a better life. Those old sports injuries and scars are adding up to wisdom!
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Longtime NFL insider and Gainesville bagel maker Jason Cole returns to discuss the gamble of trusting league injury reports, the return of Lamar Jackson and future of Ravens with Nestor over some memories of the Super Bowl glory of Joe Flacco.
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As the Trump Revenge Tour takes hold and The Constitution of the United States of America is under attack and laws are being broken every day – including the destruction of the East Wing of The White House – we reached to former Maryland Attorney General Brian Frosh for a primer on the Emoluments Clause and the dangers ahead for our democracy without checks and balances in government.
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No rest for the 2-5 Baltimore Ravens this week as Thursday night is almost here and most football fans (and gamblers, alike) believe Lamar Jackson will be returning to the field in his homeland of Miami. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the improved defensive effort against Bears and what will be needed in against Tua and the Dolphins during a short week.
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The fiasco over putting Lamar Jackson as a "full" participant on a Friday afternoon injury report when he ran scout team and they knew he wasn't going to start on Sunday has just begun for John Harbaugh and the Baltimore Ravens. His "excuse" was far less than believable as Luke Jones and Nestor also take general manager Eric DeCosta to task for pushing the gambling line five points on a Saturday in the NFL with pretty blatant dishonesty and "gamesmanship" for no one.
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It's not easy being the backup quarterback in Baltimore. Tyler "Snoop" Huntley once again took the ball and led the Ravens to an impressive 30-14 win over the Chicago Bears on Sunday afternoon. Luke Jones and Nestor recap a gritty effort and a short turnaround for the flock in the hopes that Lamar Jackson will return in Miami on Thursday night.
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It's been a while since longtime political insider Damian O'Doherty has returned to the Maryland Crab Cake Tour but he brings the changes in his public affairs business and the sweeping changing in Trump's America with foreign money, big business, the destruction of government pillars and AI moving at the speed of humanity. Always a spirited debate about media, influence and power with this Catonsville native and Baltimore lover.
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Discussing child abuse and the mistreatment of children is never easy but our partners at GBMC want our community to know that help is a reach away. Sarah Perl of GBMC takes Nestor on the difficult journey of child maltreatment and education awareness to discuss the unspeakable. We'll also introduce you to beautiful Olivia, who is a making a difference with "Paws For a Cause."
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We always enjoy our chats with NFL super agent Leigh Steinberg about quarterbacks, contracts and league issues but when it's World Series time in Los Angeles, the lead story is always his first love of the Dodgers and summer nights at Chavez Ravine. Don't worry: we talk Lamar and Mahomes, too!
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It only happens once a year at the most wonderful time of the year but who doesn't love a scented lottery scratch-off ticket? John Martin of Maryland Lottery gives Nestor the sweet scent of the Candy Cane Cash tickets plus all of the other holiday offerings in addition to a round-up of a host of local winners and fun winter promotions ahead.
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April Fowler of Planet Fitness joins Nestor at Costas Inn on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour to get Nestor ready for the big Timonium Grand Opening and reasons to join. And this is your grand chance to get in on the PF Black Card – good all over the world – for just $19.99 for the locals with the grand opening plan to get in the best shape of their lives.
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It's been a depressing year to be a Baltimore sports fan and our resident financial guy Leonard Raskin is trying to keep it all in perspective. But, the losses are adding up...as are the questions for management and ownership of the local franchises.
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We don't need to wait for the Bears to come to Baltimore to invite our longtime Chicago pal and legendary Sports Illustrated writer Rick Telander to share some Windy City takes of glory and more modern marvels of seeing Ohtani play and his children's book with former MLB pitcher Steve Trout.
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Our favorite longtime Washington Post baseball writer Dave Sheinin joins Nestor at the new Costas Inn at Timonium Race Track to discuss everything Orioles and World Series on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour. Birdland ownership, management, the manager, big money and how to start winning again at Camden Yards?
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No one knows more about the business of the National Football League than longtime sports business insider Ken Belson of […]
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Sure, Lamar Jackson was back on the field in a "limited" role on Wednesday in Owings Mills. That's a great sign. But, as Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the return of No. 8 to the practice field, no one is sure what two hours of football on Sunday against the Bears and Thursday night in Miami is going to look like in the speed of the NFL on the field.
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Our friends at Curio Wellness put us on the road for our 27th Anniversary #TastyNes tour featuring the best places to eat locally but as Chief Brand Officer Wendy Bronfein tells Nestor, the folks who bring you Far & Dotter storefronts in Timonium and Pikesville have also been bringing education and support to local groups and events as well. During this fall fundraising season, it's nights like Maritime Magic for Living Classrooms Foundation and the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Gala that power our city for education and entertainment that make downtown vibrant.
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Beware the Toronto Blue Jays! And even if the Los Angeles Dodgers don't win the World Series as heavy favorites, it'll be clear why they'll have money to spend as the Baltimore Orioles go to market for a manager and offseason acquisitions via free agency that will be chasing a new leaf of power and capital in the American League East north of the border, where they enjoy beating America in any way possible. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Fall Classic and the incredible Ohtani and Springer shows this October.
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What ails the Baltimore Ravens beyond the injuries? Luke Jones and Nestor take a hard look at rest of NFL and teams like Detroit and San Francisco that are winning with missing pieces and wonder what the purple path is from last place and offensive and defensive line play that don't figure to markedly improve as the depth charts thin further.
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Our Luke Jones attended the Monday practice in Owings Mills that Lamar Jackson missed. Does this sound the alarm about his hamstring injury? Or is it just another day of rest? Either way, the Baltimore Ravens have two games in four days next week and we're reading the purple tea leaves about the desperation of a 1-5 football team on the edge of disaster.
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Spending a bye weekend on the couch allowed Luke Jones and Nestor to watch the rest of the NFL and the emerging young quarterbacks coming to life. This week, the 1-5 Baltimore Ravens will need to get off the mat and win two football games in four days beginning with the Chicago Bears on Sunday before flying off to Miami to play the woeful Dolphins. How to win two in a row?
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Every weekend is a retro uniform weekend somewhere. And every "refresh" of iconic brands is a chance to deal with the fashion feedback of the sports universe. Sports logo artist and historian Todd Radom, who is always our "go-to" when it's time to talk laundry and loyalties, takes Nestor to school on fashion faux pas and retro statements of glory and epic failure.
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From ownership dynamics to the history of the sport, no one is more conversant in the NFL than longtime Pro Football Hall of Fame voter Howard Balzer, who discussed the deep historical hole of Ravens and difficulty for quarterbacks to function without tools and a stout offensive line.
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It’s always a bye week pleasure to tour the NFL and get some perspective from folks like the legendary J.T. […]
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It's always a pleasure to find time with our favorite Canadian NFL historian, Brad Gagnon of Bleacher Report, who tackles the tariffs of Toronto and all that ails Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens from the beach in Santos, Brazil.
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The numbers are in on September sports wagering and Maryland Lottery Executive Director John Martin returns to talk about the big numbers and what they mean with Nestor as the fall fun continues with a huge jackpot and holiday games about to emerge.
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It's always time well spent with our favorite former Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator and now "semi-retired" head coach Marvin Lewis. From his college work at Arizona State and his son's career at UNLV and his weekly NFL radio calls for Sports USA, he's staying busy and always ready to talk defense, the importance of a pass rush and what to do when you're 1-5 and your franchise quarterback is hurt.
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Lamar. Roquan. Hamilton. Humphrey. We're still (mostly) buying that the Baltimore Ravens can climb back into the AFC playoff picture if they can get their best players back on the field against a weak upcoming schedule. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the many bye week issues and concerns for head coach John Harbaugh and the last place Baltimore Ravens.
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The dismal 1-5 start of the Baltimore Ravens should have everyone on watch in Owings Mills during a very uncomfortable bye week as the team looks to regroup and get Lamar Jackson back on the field. Luke Jones and Nestor peel back the accountability of an injured and disappointing football team in search of its soul and lesser opponents as the leaves change.
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The Baltimore Ravens are a 7 1/2 point underdog at home against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday and the weather forecast seems frightful. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss this week's injury report, the Odafe Oweh trade and preview Matt Stafford and Puka Nacua visiting a wet and beleaguered Charm City and staying a while.
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The fans of the Baltimore Ravens sent quite a vivid message on Sunday in leaving the stadium deserted in the fourth quarter of a 44-10 Houston beatdown. Leonard Raskin is a lifer PSL holder and tells Nestor why he left early and why he'll be back again next Sunday against the Los Angeles Rams.
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New homes, better schools, a wind facility in Curtis Bay and the continuing growth of business at Port Covington has kept 10th District Baltimore City Councilwoman Phylicia Porter plenty busy since her last visit. She joins Nestor at Faidley's at Lexington Market on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour to discuss how how South Baltimore is improving and thriving despite some continuing challenges.
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With the season on the brink at 1-4 and the defense getting decimated first by injury and then by opposing quarterbacks and running games, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Ravens' current operation and the job security of Zach Orr and the entire staff. And how will it improve given the current cast of healthy players and injured veterans?
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Open enrollment begins on November 1st and the folks at Maryland Health Connection are ready to help you get the right health coverage for you. Let Andy Ratner and Jenny Garrison of MHC educate you on the benefits and realities of real insurance to help you sleep with peace of mind in 2026.
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Big dinosaurs, big prizes! Seth Elkin of The Maryland Lottery talks Jurassic Park and Mummy Money in addition to the biggest promotion of the year in progress Ravens scratch-off winners appear every day.
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Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh thinks Nestor "hates" him. Actually, we're here to hold him responsible as the head coach of the team for the pathetic effort in the aftermath of a 44-10 loss and the embarrassment of the stadium emptying out in the 3rd quarter. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the horrific showing – on and off the field in recent years – and all roads lead to the top of the organization.
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It was as bad as we've ever seen in modern Baltimore football, especially during the John Harbaugh era, but the soul searching that the head coach spoke of in the aftermath of a 44-10 beating at the hands of the Houston Texans leaves many questions about the whole operation. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the lack of fire and what the options are now that this once-Super Bowl promising season is on the brink. "Too many injuries" is not a valid message.
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As the season gets scarier, The Maryland Lottery is ramping up the Hall-O-Win fun just in time for pumpkin and spice and candy and winning. John Martin of The Maryland Lottery tells Nestor about all of the fall fun ahead as the winners continue to enjoy responsible play and the football season.
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As we continue to see Baltimore Ravens players slip out the back door after losses and the questions seem to get softer for all of the players and coaches as accountability – and availability – dwindles, we wonder what the future of sports media holds for the fans and truth and answers. Our longtime pal and lifer NFL and Hollywood public relations pal Chip Namias returns to discuss billionaire owners, incomprehensible money and power and the communications changes in football over the years.
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What does it mean for the defense of the Houston Texans that Lamar Jackson won't be under center on Sunday in Baltimore? We asked longtime Texans voice Marc Vandermeer, who gives Nestor a primer on Houston football history and the leadership strengths of DeMeco Ryans and his defense, as Cooper Rush is set to start for the Ravens amidst an unprecedented flurry of injuries to a 1-3 team suddenly battling for relevance.
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Always a pleasure to talk football with Maryland's own Shawne Merriman, who comes home to discuss his burgeoning Lights Out Fights MMA business and the path of his Chargers and the Ravens with Super Bowl expectations and present realities.
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It hasn't been a great year so for the Baltimore Ravens or the fan base. Longtime Houston football fan and Texas attorney Steph Stradley returns in her best Bum Phillips attire to discuss the state of the Texans and how C.J. Stroud could attack a depleted Ravens defense this week.
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With Lamar Jackson sidelined this week in Owings Mills, it's time to face the reality of what the Baltimore Ravens offensive potential and pathway to a win over the Houston Texans will be without No. 8 and a huge chunk of the defense. Hard times for #RavensFlock, as Luke Jones and Nestor preview a pair of 1-3 teams fighting for any ugly win available.
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No one is in a rush to see Cooper Rush get behind center but Houston sports media pundit Matt Thomas tells Nestor that the Texans have a lot of experience seeing him throw and Derrick Henry run the ball against them over the years. The Ravens are 8-0 against the horns in Baltimore but lots of injuries for the Ravens presents a big opportunity for C.J. Stroud to excel in a matchup of scuffling playoff hopefuls early in the NFL season.
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Deep in the heart of Texas, the longtime voice of the Houston Texans in espanol tells Nestor about the community engagement in the Hispanic world of American football. Let Enrique Vasquez get you ready for what to expect from C.J. Stroud against a depleted Baltimore Ravens defense on Sunday. (Don't worry: this one is in English!)
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There's no better excuse to have Houston sportswriter legend John McClain back on the show than when the Texans are coming to Baltimore. This time, he educates Nestor on the path of head coach DeMeco Ryans, progress of quarterback C.J. Stroud and provides a little history lesson about the Baltimore Colts roots deep in the heart of Texas.
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This Baltimore Ravens roster held so much promise a month ago. Now, at 1-3 and staring at life without several of the highest paid players on the team, expectations of a Super Bowl seem distant and the next win is the most important one. Leonard Raskin and Nestor dissect the failures and injuries of Ravens as the season turns sour after the 38-20 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.
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The Baltimore Orioles finished in last place, lost a half a million fans at the gate at Camden Yards and are searching for a soul this offseason while watching the rest of MLB hang bunting and play October baseball. Luke Jones attended the bizarre Tony Mansolino and Mike Elias press conference at The Warehouse on Monday. Nestor watched on his computer. Here, they discuss the word salad and measure the strategy of David Rubenstein and Michael Arougheti.
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None of the news has been encouraging out of Owings Mills. The injuries to Lamar Jackson and Ronnie Stanley on the offense and the decimation of the defensive front with Nnamdi Madubuike gone for the year and Roquan Smith, Marlon Humphrey and Nate Wiggins all early exits in Kansas City, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the scorecard you'll need to identify who will play against the Houston Texans on Sunday.
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The purple sky isn't falling but it sure feels that way after a 37-20 drubbing at the hands of the Kansas City Chiefs. The Baltimore Ravens have begun the season in a huge hole and are now littered with injuries across both sides of the ball. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss all that ails the men of John Harbaugh and the sputtering offense and ravaged defense.
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The entire defensive line of the Baltimore Ravens was ravaged with injury before the game started in Kansas City. Now, with Roquan Smith, Marlon Humphrey and Nate Wiggins added to the injury report, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the defensive deficiencies and obvious depth concerns amidst mass losses and an atrocious 1-3 start to a season with Super Bowl expectations.
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When we saw that the winner got four more than one million dollars, we had questions. Seth Elkin of The Maryland Lottery joins Nestor to discuss some odd winning numbers and the fine local art the agency collected in its most recent promotion for a 2026 scratchoff with a Free State theme.
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In our continuing GBMC local health awareness and education series here at Baltimore Positive, we welcome Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist Allison Ashcraft, who helps Nestor with ways to better assist his wife Jenn, who is a Type 1 diabetic, and to improve lifestyle for those at risk of the complications of the disease.
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It's not the heavyweight fight we expected in Kansas City on Sunday as both teams are 1-2 and need to start winning football games. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the high stakes for Lamar Jackson and Patrick Mahomes and the franchises as the Ravens travel to the Chiefs as a dubious 2 1/2-point road favorite at Arrowhead Stadium.
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It's another Lamar Jackson and Patrick Mahomes billed "Game Of The Weekend" in Kansas City but with both teams at 1-2, the stakes and rewards feel different for this early season battle at Arrowhead Stadium. Blair Kerkhoff of The Kansas City Star previews another heavyweight contest and the high stakes for Andy Reid and John Harbaugh, who square off once again as Super Bowl contenders in peril.
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Three decades of baseball and sports radio friendship with former Royals reliever Jeff Montgomery comes full circle as Nestor checks in with his Kansas City broadcast pal on the eve of another Lamar Jackson visit and talks pitching, young arms and the never-ending MLB labor wars that will be surfacing again next season.
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It's the Greater Baltimore Chamber of Commerce's marquee event of the year and you're invited. Beth Rheingold educates Nestor about the important community and local business work being done by the Chamber in Baltimore County and why the 5K Doggie Dash is an important annual event supporting Reed's Rescue.
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If you follow our social media, you probably know that Nestor went west to see the fabulous Hollywood Bowl and check it off the top of the bucket list that financial advisor Leonard Raskin always encourages him to seek, stalk and enjoy. They discuss the nightmare Ravens loss to the Lions, too, but The Who and and Aerosmith reunion in Los Angeles were more fun to discuss this week.
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Another week, another terrible fumble by future Hall of Famer Derrick Henry and another Ravens loss in September. Our defending football champion Dennis Koulatsos returns to discuss the many problems of the Baltimore Ravens with Nestor after the 38-30 loss to the Detroit Lions on Monday Night Football.
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It's three weeks into the season and the Baltimore Ravens are 1-2 and the loser at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City on Sunday evening will be 1-3. Luke Jones and Nestor take a bumpy ride through the league and the fast week ahead for Ravens and Chiefs and licking wounds.
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Learning how to support the National Kidney Foundation as survivors and donors gather for a signature family awareness event. Let Lisa Zawacki tell you about this year's Kidney Walk at UMBC on October 19th.
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It's not often that the Baltimore Ravens get pushed around in their house. That happened on Monday night against the Detroit Lions and Luke Jones and Nestor are picking up the pieces of an ugly Ravens loss and a short week of prep before heading to Kansas City to face a similarly scuffling Chiefs team and Patrick Mahomes.
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There hasn't been much to provide offseason hope for a last place baseball team but Luke Jones and Nestor agree that the emergence of Trevor Rogers and encouraging return of Kyle Bradish to the top of the Orioles rotation helps ease some pressure on a Birdland offseason of unrest for Mike Elias and a franchise in search of better pitching and awakened, youthful bats next spring.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss problems Ravens had with Lions in losing battle
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It was a bad night at the stadium. The Baltimore Ravens were mostly manhandled by the Detroit Lions. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the roar of Jared Goff and Aidan Hutchinson after a demoralizing 38-30 loss and a short week of prep for Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs.
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Because it's Smalltimore at heart, we hear and read the local threads of thought leaders throughout the community. Parkville attorney Chad Cos joins Nestor at The Beaumont in Catonsville on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour to discuss law and order, checks and balances and what's happening in American democracy with the ignorance of accountability beyond tribal politics. Oh, and about The Constitution...
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As part of our continuing local health education series with GBMC, we welcome Dr. Aneesha Varrey to discuss modern childbirth and the many ways for everyone in a mother’s life to support her pregnancy – before and after the baby comes – with all of the family excitement and love.
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Back at The Beaumont in Catonsville for the Maryland Crab Cake Tour with Councilman Pat Young, who gives Nestor his views on the state of Baltimore County and why he's running for County Executive.
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After spending two decades together inside and outside the Baltimore Ravens' organization, it was finally time for former team chiropractor Doug Miller to join Nestor on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour at The Beaumont in his homeland of Catonsville to to discuss moving your body better and what we learn from a life in professional sports.
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The bright lights will be out for Monday Night Football but it's the injury report that has Luke Jones and Nestor concerned beyond the roar of the Detroit Lions. How long will the Baltimore Ravens be without Nnamdi Madubuike bolstering the pass rush as Jared Goff looms with a high-powered Motown attack?
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Getting you ready for Monday Night Football under the bright lights in Baltimore. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the strengths and threats that the Detroit Lions bring to the Ravens and Lamar Jackson.
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We all know that awful feeling of eating too much or the wrong kinds of foods and the unpleasantness of an upset stomach. Gastroenterologist Dr. Dhanush Hoskere of GBMC returns to help settle Nestor's stomach about treatments and procedures to help with GERD and acid reflux and some lifestyle choices to help eliminate the problem.
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The fun of football is here and Seth Elkin of The Maryland Lottery joins Nestor to discuss the annual Ravens scratch-off prizes and promotion that is the most success of the year for the agency. Let's talk big winners and unique experiences as the NFL roller coaster ride of fandom continues in Baltimore.
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It's a new season and a new school year at Coppin State University where men's head basketball coach and former NBAer Larry Stewart is getting a whole new cast of student athletes assembled to play in the MEAC. Stew joined Nestor at The Beaumount in Catonsville on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour to talk NIL and modern college basketball recruiting realities that are different than when Fang Mitchell brought him to West Baltimore 39 years ago.
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Yacht Rock isn't just a music category of modern documentary making, it's a spirited way of life for Nick Niespodziani, founding member of Yacht Rock Revue who tells early adopter and sailor hat cruise fan Nestor about the real history and ethos of the greatest tribute band in America. Go steal away with them at the new Baltimore Soundstage on Sunday, September 21st.
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Where do the Baltimore Orioles go in this offseason of many needs and even more questions about their young talent? Luke Jones and Nestor debate the team's youthful core, including Gunner Henderson, Adley Rutschman, and Jackson Holliday, noting the need for improved performance and health in 2026.
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Leonard Raskin joins Nestor while still aglow from the sunburn and fun of a Ravens home beat down of the Cleveland Browns and a day spent at Woodholme Golf Course with the great folks of the Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital raising funds and awareness for the great work they do for the children in need locally and regionally.
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It's almost impossible to win in the NFL without your franchise quarterback. It's another season-altering injury in Cincinnati for Joe Burrow and the Bengals and that certainly changes the axis of power in the AFC North. Luke Jones and Nestor assess the emerging state of the league after Week 2 and the Ravens' thumping of Browns in Baltimore and an ugly Steelers' home loss to Seattle.
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Our Maryland Crab Cake Tour of summer civic and community visits started us at The Y Swim Center in Randallstown for Juneteenth with John Hoey and Barry Williams educating Nestor about the modern world of community activities, fun and great health with The Y in Central Maryland all over the region. And the importance of partnerships with government and the local citizens that keep folks in every neighborhood moving and contributing to a better life in the land of pleasant living.
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He still claims the Orioles and the Washington football team as his "home teams" and guitarist Mark Bryan of Hootie and The Blowfish always plays back in the DMV when he rolls solo. But as he tells Nestor, this time it's something more special and a cool, bigger band coming to The Atlantis in D.C. on Friday night to play some Hootie songs and a wide array of music and influences that keep him off the golf course and jamming.
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The Baltimore Ravens got on the field in Owings Mills for the final time before summer training camp this week and Luke Jones and Nestor discuss all aspects of the offensive preparation and changes to the Todd Monken attack designed for Lamar Jackson. DaAndre Hopkins came here to win a Super Bowl. This team is loaded. Now, can they win a Super Bowl?
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Sure, some of you will simply say that Nestor Aparicio (finally) lost his mind on the radio on Thursday morning after the Baltimore Orioles lost an 8-0 lead in Tampa in losing 12-8 in a minor league ballpark in Tampa. There's been a lot of trauma over the years but even Jim Palmer called it the worst loss of the year for a team mired in last place in American League East and headed to The Bronx this weekend.
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On nights when the Orioles win, the bullpen has done its job. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the recent outstanding performance of a relief corps that has been under duress with substandard starting pitching for much of the so-far-last-place campaign. Can it continue?
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It was quite a Sunday at Oakmont and the incredible story of J.J. Spaun but our investment insider Leonard Raskin found some parallels on the U.S. Open golf course this weekend with the way money should be handled. The power of par on the course and with your money.
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You know him as the author of the recent book on the life of Tom Matte, but Baltimore native and longtime Tampa author and sportswriter Joel Poiley knows lots about the history of Rays baseball and updates Nestor on how the stadium prospects in Florida are a lot different than in Maryland.
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If you don't know about the invasive catfish population eating all of the baby crabs and fish (and anything else) in the Chesapeake Bay, we're here to educate you on why you're seeing more of it in the market and on the table at local restaurants. Let Damye and Alicia at Faidley's Seafood at Lexington Market tell you how we can eat our way to a better bay!
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As the Orioles play a significant week of baseball in Tampa and The Bronx, Luke Jones and Nestor react to the Boston Red Sox blockbuster deal of Rafael Devers and evaluate the Orioles' active summer realities in a market where Mike Elias needs to create a better baseball team – now, and in the future.
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Legendary distance and open water marathon swimmer Katie Pumphrey returns to Faidley's Seafood at Lexington Market on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour to educate Nestor and Damye Hahn about the art of her international sport that has taken her from across the English Channel to the local education about the cleanliness of the Inner Harbor. Come take a swim with the dolphins and sharks...
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What began as another conversation after another Orioles loss where the pitching wasn't good enough and the hitting stank, Luke Jones and Nestor touch on Zach Eflin but wind up discussing the future of the Tampa Rays, another series in a minor league stadium and why the Savannah Bananas create more value for fans than Major League Baseball does in the modern world.
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Our old pal Quintin Dailey of Planet Fitness in Towson makes an early summer visit to tell Nestor there's plenty of time and reasons to get serious about health and fitness. The annual youth Summer Pass is open for high school students and free all summer giving everyone a local pass to affordable and smart options to get moving right now and feel better.
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Don't look now but the Baltimore Orioles have won 14 of their last 20 games and are headed to Tampa looking to continue to rectify the awful April and May with another series in a minor-league stadium against a MLB club. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss legitimate Orioles' optimism after an Angels sweep featuring better pitching and a return to the lineup for some key young players ready to compete.
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It's almost summer vacation for the Baltimore Ravens but there will be two mandatory practices this week in Owings Mills and Luke Jones and Nestor discuss what we're looking for this time of the year as Lamar Jackson will surely re-emerge and promise a path toward Super Bowl glory.
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As the Orioles remain on a pace to lose 100 games, Luke Jones joined Nestor at Faidley's Seafood at Lexington Market in downtown Baltimore to discuss the lack of success against left-handed pitching, continued losing and wonder if Colton Cowser and Jordan Westburg can create a June spark to lift a last-place team toward .500 before the end of summer.
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The Orioles dropped the first of three games against the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday night and Luke Jones joins Nestor to discuss the next few days being no easier against a surging Motown squad with the best record in baseball and pitching that Birdland should envy.
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It's just up the road in Pittsburgh at legendary Oakmont this year and our PGA pro Ed Miller of Pine Ridge Golf gives Nestor a U.S. Open preview as his Essex Father's Day tradition rules on the course this Sunday.
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Our resident financial man Leonard Raskin loves sports and during a week of television from Roland Garros to the Orioles playing the A's in Sacramento and the Stanley Cup and NBA Finals in full focus, Nestor goes international in a Triumph of discussing the magic power of bringing the sports world together in June.
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When the Maryland Crab Cake Tour presented by The Maryland Lottery comes to Greenmount Station in Hampstead, we're always trying to serve the community in Carroll County with ways to pitch and Lisa Weaver and Anthony Santuago educated Nestor about the important work of the Carroll County Youth Services Bureau and the "Chocolate Ball" that serves as an important fundraiser each February.
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We talk about the safety of the water in your home all the time with Doug Workman of Liberty Pure Solutions. With the recent mess at the Inner Harbor, Nestor recruited our safe water expect to discusses oil spills and your drinking water in Baltimore and ways to know it's pure.
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Sure, David Richardson runs the Greenmount Bowl in Hampstead where duckpins are readily available but whenever Nestor returns to Carroll County he summons the Executive Director of the Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen Association to educate all of us on the changing state of Pimlico, Preakness and horse racing in Maryland.
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It looked like Major League Baseball at times but Luke Jones and Nestor couldn't ignore the obvious of the Orioles and Athletics playing three games in a minor-league stadium in Sacramento as the sport continues to devolve and lower its own bar for professionalism. Two last-place teams going nowhere, except maybe to Las Vegas...
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Lots of local business networkers and fun humans will be celebrating the 8th Anniversary of Linked In Local, a global effort supported here in the region by Melody Baron, who invites Nestor and all the folks who are on the professional platform to to The Maryland Zoo on Wednesday night for a celebration and fundraiser. Party, animals...
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With the recent rise in horrific antisemitism and acts of violence, we seek peace, conversation and knowledge. Howard Libit of the Baltimore Jewish Council joins us to to discuss fighting antisemitism and ways folks can be supportive locally and globally.
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It's always a pleasure to reconvene to talk sports with our old ballpark reporter and Skipjacks' hockey goon squad pal Howard Scher of Duct Doctors on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour. Even though Stanley Cup season is here, this one from Greenmount Station in Hampstead is a deep dive on the Orioles' last-place reality – on and off the field – and the continued support of Baltimore sports fans over five decades of awfulness.
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It wasn't a World Series year or even a playoff berth but the summer of 1989 brought aboard a whole generation of Baltimore Orioles fans who still remember the magic of Why Not? Author Ryan Basen relives tells Nestor his journey in his new book about his Memorial Stadium memories and finding his "why" amidst a summer of childhood baseball.
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School's out and it's time for the high school student in your life to use this summer to get fit, educated and mentally ready for next semester. Our pal Justin Drummond of Planet Fitness tells Nestor about another Summer Pass of getting our youth motivated and energized at a club in your neighborhood.
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A six-game winning streak this week and the re-emergence of Adley Rutschman – and better pitching – all have the Orioles pointed in the right direction. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the current state of the Birds and the bizarre first-time appearance in rented Sacramento to play the scuffling former Oakland Athletics in a minor-league stadium.
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With Father's Day soon arriving, we've invited some of our favorite authors back to discuss books and the reaction to their words and manuscript. No local sports book has received more praise than The New York Times Bestseller, "The Last Manager," authored by former Wall Street Journal reporter and Orioles fan John Miller, who will be signing his book and telling Earl Weaver stories at the Babe Ruth Museum on June 14th.
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Author Joel Poiley returns home to Baltimore from his retired sportswriter life in Florida to discuss watching the Orioles implosion from afar and sharing some sports nostalgia and his book on the life of Tom Matte and what ails the Birds on and off the field.
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Longtime Sacramento Bee sports editor Tom Couzens comes home to Baltimore to talk Orioles and newspaper history as his baseball team has finally made it to him after leaving Ocean City and Maryland four decades ago as a one-time colleague of Nestor's at The News American and Sportsf1rst.
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Over the past two years, our pal and longtime writer and author John Eisenberg has unraveled the history of the Baltimore Orioles via his Bird Tapes on Substack and a series of new conversations with the legends of Birdland. Here, he joins Nestor to discuss the sudden unraveling of whatever Mike Elias had built and the uncertainty of new ownership with David Rubenstein as the Orioles have fired their longtime manager and sit mired in last place in the American League East.
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Up late and watching last place baseball from Seattle? Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the traditions and memories of Orioles baseball and the thud of a very unexpected last place standing from a disappointing team in disarray.
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Business of baseball writer Maury Forbes of Forbes rocks back to the basics of building an enduring MLB franchise as he joins Nestor from the Pacific Northwest to dish on the Mariners, Adley Rutschman's legend in Portland and the power of AC/DC to put us all on the highway to hell even five decades later.
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After another strong seven-inning start in Seattle late on Tuesday night in another Orioles victory, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the keyrole Tomoyuki Sugano has taken in the Birds' rotation as so much disappointment has descended on this 2025 squad with the poor start and last-place standing.
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They met in the Baltimore Civic Center press box almost 40 years ago and the fire on ice of the former Baltimore Skipjacks head coach still burns. The future Hockey Hall of Fame inductee has returned to Nashville to become the Predators general manager and joins Nestor to talk about how to win another Stanley Cup on the management side and what keeps him motivated to maintain a grueling hockey life and NHL pace that is teaching him new lessons in the game.
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It's hard to stay up late but even harder when the Baltimore Orioles are in last place in AL East. Luke Jones and Nestor set the stage for three games in Seattle and an unlikely first-time appearance in Sacramento as the MLB circus moves the lowly Athletics into a minor-league stadium.
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Two old sportswriters with tales to tell of the Jim Irsay they got to know long after Bob Irsay pirated the Baltimore Colts off to Indiana amidst the cloak of darkness. Longtime Indianapolis NFL insider and sportswriter Bob Kravitz tells Nestor about the Colts legacy that Jim Irsay has left behind in the friendly heart of the midwest.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the big problems of David Rubenstein and the sudden irrelevance of the Baltimore Orioles' season this summer as the team heads West for a week of late night, last place baseball amidst injuries, a lack of leadership and accountability. Have you seen the lineup? Have you seen the pitching? Have you seen the owner who was giving out bobbleheads of himself last month?
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the final exit of Justin Tucker and the many manueverings of the Baltimore Ravens' OTA questions on – and off – the field as spring football practice heats up in Owings Mills before mandatory camp later in June.
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Our sports logo artist and fashionista Todd Radom discusses the color orange and the Baltimore Orioles' designs of yore and now, among many other fashion faux pas in Major League Baseball this summer with the city connect jersey that have the Boston Red Sox inexplicably wearing the color of their wall. Who dreams up this nonsense?
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Seth Elkin of The Maryland Lottery tells us the story of local man who nearly threw away a million dollar winning scratch-off ticket and more fun winners as summer promotions kick in for more fun and winner tales of cashing in.
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Holly Rowe of ESPN joins Nestor to discuss the growth of women's sports, highlighting the visit of the Indiana Fever and Caitlyn Clark to Baltimore, and discusses her cancer journey and giving back through programs with young athletes like the Good Works team raising over $300,000 for research.
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Back in the 1980s, baseball coverage at The Evening Sun was sacred and Jim Henneman was the sage leader of Baltimore Orioles' coverage and made quite an impression on a teenager who wanted to be a sportswriter. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the incredible baseball life of "Henny" and all of the old-timer Baltimore sports media legends who kept the stories of Brooks and Frank alive over the years.
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The losing. The lack of accountability. The runners left on base. Last place. The empty stadium. All of it stinks. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss their mutual disgust with Orioles leadership and performance on field.
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The death of Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay hit home in Baltimore last week as Nestor has sought to get the story right since 1984. Hall of Fame football historian Clark Judge joins us to share memories of the son of Bob Irsay and how his legacy in Indiana and his commitment to not be like his father was a promise kept after the Mayflower vans broke our hearts.
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The Baltimore Ravens will open the doors in Owings Mills for organized team activities this week and the questions about Justin Tucker's "football decision" departure will begin the proceedings of getting ready for the 2025 season. Luke Jones and Nestor prep you for the football of OTAs and more kicking questions for the Ravens' brass in Owings Mills.
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By the end of Memorial Day, the Baltimore Orioles had won three games in a row for the first time in 2025 and Luke Jones and Nestor take a reprieve from all of the last-place woes of an awful baseball team that has questions throughout the organization as May turns to June.
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These guys are usually talking sports but this time our financial guru Leonard Raskin discusses better health and better life insurance as the Orioles flounder on life support.
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For three decades Allen McCallum has been on our team as a baseball expert and Orioles historian. He joins Nestor to discuss the firing of Brandon Hyde, the running of Mike Elias and the lousy look and last-place situation of the Baltimore Orioles. And what comes next amidst the chaos for new owner David Rubenstein, who has big decisions coming for the future of Birdland.
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Another $2 million local scratch-off winner and not enough Orioles home runs highlight our weekly visit with Maryland Lottery Executive Director John Martin, who gets Nestor ready for summer and another batch of Maryland Crab Cake Tour stops.
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With the recent death of Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay, this is a never-released March 2010 chat with Nestor from an aborted 2010 book project on Baltimore sports leadership and influences.
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The Baltimore Orioles fired manager Brandon Hyde on Saturday morning via a press release with quotes from David Rubenstein and Mike Elias. The owner and general manager then hid for three days while every player on the roster got asked about it on Preakness day. We think that's lousy leadership. Luke Jones and Nestor react to Elias' tardy comments on Tuesday in Milwaukee and more last-place Orioles losing after the Hyde firing. A shameful week and season in Birdland.
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Our final stop for "A Cup Of Soup Or Bowl Week" was at Kooper's North in May Chapel, named after a dog, so it was appropriate that Kate Bell brought Nestor her safety story of true love for senior dogs. Reed's Rescue, whose mission is to provide care for older dogs, often overlooked in shelters, by placing them in foster homes and finding them adoptive families, was named after a dog named "Reed," whose name was inspired by a certain Baltimore Ravens' Hall of Famer.
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More than 40 years ago, Trish Woodward and Nestor Aparicio performed in a childhood version of "Oliver" at Colgate Elementary. She returns to "A Cup Of Soup Or Bowl" at Costas Inn to update us on the incredible work of her Camp Opportunity, which provides a summer experience for abused children to see nature and find care and make friends.
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On our last trip to Costas Inn for "A Cup Of Soup Or Bowl Week" we met an old Dundalk friend who kept telling us that his wife is the real leader of Soup For The Soul, serving hot meals for local folks in need. Meet Stacy Nagel and Irene Mann, who told Nestor what makes their organization special in East Baltimore County and the impact it brings.
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Nothing says true Baltimore love on Valentine's Day like crab cakes. Let our beloved proprietor Marcella Knight and Ko-host the show and tell you about what she loves about making people when they come to her legendary little pub in Lauraville. And how ordering ahead and grabbing them to go on the side door has become a boon to her business and makes folks all over town aware of the Mayor's favorite crab cake.
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He bought a Ravens scratch-off Maryland Lottery ticket on Harford Road 18 months ago and T.J. Humphries is going to the games with his daughter for the next 20 years. He returns to "A Cup Of Soup Or Bowl Week" to tell Nestor about his cushy club level seats but also his amazing story of addiction, recovery and now helping others via his Voices of Hope recovery and mentoring journey.
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Our "A Cup Of Soup or Bowl Week" is designed to create awareness during these coldest weeks of the year to folks less fortunate and the humans and incredible organizations that power and support to the neediest families and children. Meet Caitlyn Kirby of Catonsville Emergency Assistance, who returns to State Fare to update Nestor on the impact of donations to feed families in 21228 and beyond through the Maryland Food Bank.
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Our defending Accelerent champion and runner-up for The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society "Visionary Of The Year," Cate Paris joins Nestor to discuss networking the right way, raising money to beat cancer and a future career in improv comedy from State Fare on "A Cup Of Soup or Bowl Week" in Catonsville.
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It's the one event we all watch but now that football season is over and we turn toward the rest of the sports landscape, what you watch is predicated on what you're willing to pay for to subscribe. Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the remnants of a dud Super Bowl and former cable TV ecosystem that powers modern sports streaming and confuses the hell out of the rest of us...
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Our defending champion of community returns to Koco's Pub on "A Cup of Soup or Bowl Week" as John Hoey of The Y joins Nestor to discuss community programs like Head Start affected by federal money and why community schools matter in the neighborhoods that need them the most.
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The games are on, the music is perfect and the food is terrific, which is why we keep coming back to Kooper's North in Mays Chapel. And, of course, the gumbo! On the final day of "A Cup Of Soup Or Bowl," we reconvened with our favorite two-time cancer survivor Terry Beck, who tells his journey and support of LLS and many other charities via the "Burger Of The Month" in Timonium and Fell's Point.
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As "A Cup Of Soup Or Bowl" week moved around town, we were moved and inspired by all of the great things happening all over Baltimore. On Day 5 at Kooper's North, Nestor was joined by "No One Listens" documentary pal Gregg Landry of Towson Transfers and local media guru Chris Forhan, formerly of The Baltimore Banner, whose new local project spotlighting the "news you can use" approach of the new Towson Torch was a great way to discuss community and positive news right where WNST and Baltimore Positive reside.
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One of the best parts of "A Cup of Soup Or Bowl" is getting all over town and seeing our best sports pals and talking Orioles and Ravens. Legendary sports cartoonist Mike Ricigliano – aka "Ricig" – joins Nestor for some real Ravens' community talk with the thud to the Bills and Justin Tucker allegations along with high hopes for the Orioles and summer fun. Let our Ko-Host draw you his mental map to cartooning tough issues and controversial topics from Koco's Pub.
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There aren't enough folks addressing food waste and hunger in America. Chris Dipnarine tells Nestor the amazing sustainability and food story of 4MyCity and feeding folks in West Baltimore through inspiration and perspiration on our annual "A Cup Of Soup Or Bowl" week of community triumphs.
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Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness talks science of Valentine’s love and the plant with Nestor Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness […]
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They are the Elton John and Bernie Taupin of Baltimore sports media – only gathering a few times a year and making podcasts, videos, blogs and radio from two different states for two decades at WNST Baltimore Positive. Luke Jones and Nestor Aparicio convene at Kooper's North on "A Cup Of Soup Or Bowl" to discuss the direction of 2025 Baltimore Orioles. It's baseball season, Birdland...
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Baltimore's most beloved beer man since 1974, Clancy Haskett tells Nestor how it'll be when Orioles finally win the World Series on Crab Cake Row Day 3 of "A Cup Of Soup Or Bowl" from Koco's Pub in Lauraville. And we begin the campaign to get "Fancy Clancy" into the Orioles Hall of Fame.
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Josh Allen looked happy to win his first NFL MVP Award while we all know that Lamar Jackson has his eyes on a bigger prize – even if he deserved his third trophy for the league's best player. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss "most valuable" and voters and All-Pro Awards and "Honors" TV shows that are dreadful. And the Canton knocks of glory that didn't come (just yet) for Yanda and Suggs.
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With the Super Bowl looming and the grand prize winners of the Ravens scratch-off gathering, Executive Director John Martin of The Maryland Lottery talks about wagering on The Big Game and beyond with responsibility and in the spirit of fun.
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Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the Justin Tucker story and civic fallout in Baltimore and for Ravens Nestor Aparicio and […]
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Over the past three weeks, we've welcomed several members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame selection committee onto the show to discuss the candidacies of Marshal Yanda, Terrell Suggs and Steve Smith Sr. Meet Tampa football sportswriter Ira Kaufman, who brings his usual sage insights on what Yanda might be the first to enter the bust room in Canton.
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It's Super Bowl Radio Row Week time again and former Steelers running back Merril Hoge joins Nestor from New Orleans to give some insights into enjoy the game from your home this Sunday and some insights into Derrick Henry as factor back for Ravens with Lamar Jackson and why it worked so well.
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With the Super Bowl back in New Orleans and so many memories of Big Games' past, it was time to finally summon Chicago sports radio legend Mike North back to fill in the holes of that one night on Bourbon Street on our first of 27 Radio Row Week memories. The former hot dog vendor turned airwaves barker lays on the condiments of humor and passion for The Windy City he loves.
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Our Woodlawn and Maryland defending champion Sam Kouvaris, who made a life as a Jacksonville sports television legend, returns home to report with Nestor the pains of Jaguars life and the pleasure of his 30th year on the Pro Football Hall of Fame committee examining Marshal Yanda, Terrell Suggs and Steve Smith Sr. for Canton glory.
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In lieu of our traditional Super Bowl Radio Row, we're reaching out to our NFL world to invite voters for the Pro Football Hall of Fame onto the show this week to discuss a trio of Ravens on the Canton ballot. Dave Birkett of The Detroit Free Press covers the Lions and tells Nestor what happens after you lose in January in a town that has never won The Big Game.
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After 34 years of coaching in the NFL, when it comes to learning football we turn to old friends like former Ravens coach and 49ers head coach Mike Nolan to help us better understand the game. Time well spent here discussing defensing Lamar Jackson, the power of great ownership and the abilities of coaches to put the best players in a position to make impact.
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Some of us are getting old and tired and cranky but not longtime Boston sports columnist and ESPN Sports Reporters panelist Bob Ryan, who shares his enduring love of sports and tells Nestor he still attends games and awaits seeing more greatness from Mahomes.
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We gave him a chance to announce his retirement but Joe Flacco says he is not done throwing the football. The well-traveled Super Bowl MVP comes home to Baltimore to talk about Father Time, kids in his house and the locker room, the family life in Indianapolis, great offense, bad analytics and hitting the quarterback. And the answer he gives as to why he went to the podium in Pittsburgh after throwing the Polamalu interception in the 2009 AFC Championship Game is as "elite" as he was in January 2013. Twelve years later, let Joe tell ya what he knows about real life and playing 'ball...
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We spoke with Baltimore Ravens' legend Jamal Lewis earlier in the week about the big Verizon Fan Fest on Super Bowl Sunday and your invitation to join him downtown to watch the big game. Now, Nestor gets all details about this nationwide "World's Biggest Viewing Party" and all of the family game day fun from Chris Serico, who gives him the inspiration for the party.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss second wave of Baltimore Banner reporting on Justin Tucker massage scandal and Ravens reaction
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Our weekly visit with Maryland Lottery Executive Director John Martin had plenty of sports updates for Super Bowl week and wagering but it's this new scratch-off that Nestor wanted to talk about plus another week of big wins all over the state.
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Former NFL offensive lineman-turned-broadcast Ross Tucker has called as many football games as anyone this season and joins Nestor to discuss the tough exit for the Ravens and Lamar Jackson, and the difficulty of being the player who drops the ball with the game on the line. He also brings a special Valentine's Day message.
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It's quite personal for Nestor Aparicio and his wife, Jennifer, who made Chuck Pagano their first phone call for advice when she was diagnosed with leukemia in 2014. Luke Jones and Nestor welcome the un-retired defensive coaching wizard Pagano back to the Baltimore Ravens and talk defense, secondary and the upcoming Ronnie Stanley free agency decision.
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Football author and HOF voter Jason Cole joins Nestor to discuss Revolution of Lamar Jackson and future of Ravens in Canton on ballot
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As the football season leaves us just with just one game left, Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss another march to Super Bowl glory for Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs while Baltimore fans are left wondering what could've been...
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It's not what we're usually discussing but The Baltimore Banner report about Ravens' kicker Justin Tucker came on Thursday afternoon and Luke Jones and Nestor gave some first thoughts on the reporting, reaction and future for the accused kicker, who struggled on the field this season.
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It's always great to reconnect with Ravens legend Jamal Lewis, who joins Nestor 24 years after his Super Bowl XXXV run to discuss King Henry and Lamar running downhill before his Super Bowl day appearance in Baltimore next Sunday as part of Verizon's Fan Fest and "World Biggest Viewing Party" coming to every NFL city for the big game.
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The offseason "improvement" of the Baltimore Orioles on the field has certainly been nothing to crow about but Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the first signs of the end of The Angelos Error in the stands as Catie Griggs brings cold beer at a reasonable price at Oriole Park at Camden Yards and a new Birdland Value Menu.
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It turns out that the "Lamar Jackson vs. Josh Allen" debate for MVP was a tad bit premature. As Luke Jones and Nestor discuss another Mahomes and Kelce Super Bowl in New Orleans, we wonder what it's going to take for another AFC team (and quarterback) to break through in the Taylor Swift era.
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The times have changed. We can all acknowledge that while not lowering the bar of expectations of millionaire athletes – in victory or defeat – or the billionaire owners who used to address the fans via the local media this time of year. Luke Jones and Nestor have a longer conversation about Mark Andrews and the Ravens' accountability in defeat a week after the Buffalo loss as well as a full look ahead to what happens next in Owings Mills in an always-busy offseason for Eric DeCosta and the scouting staff.
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Our continuing conversation and education series about the science and benefits of cannabis-based products with Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness comes with a Far & Dotter cookie in Timonium and her recent tales of local community awareness and patient success efficacy with GI products that are helping folks' quality of life.
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The colder it gets; the bigger the prize! These frigid temperatures haven't been fun to navigate but for some lucky Keno players this month with the Maryland Lottery, the lower the better. Executive Director John Martin talks millions and local winners to start the year and slowing the roll on football season.
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In their weekly gathering of mutual Baltimore sports fandom, Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss a week of exhaustive football. From his Ohio State Buckeyes pride, to the despair of the drop of Mark Andrews in Buffalo and now realizing the Washington Football Team is sixty minutes away from a Super Bowl – or the Eagles from another one! And a deeper dive here on accountability to the fans by a professional athlete after a bad beat.
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Bills Mafia, Mark Andrews, Go Fund Me, Breakthrough T1D, Canisius University, social media backlash, Super Bowl, Bills fans, charity campaign, diabetes support, Ravens loss, internet sensation, Buffalo community, sportsmanship, fundraising success
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Super Bowl week, Hall of Fame, Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry, Ravens season, NFL playoffs, Mark Andrews, Eli Manning, Pro Football Hall, Terrell Suggs, Steve Smith, Marshall Yanda, Chiefs defense, Patrick Mahomes, Super Bowl predictions
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Now that season has ended all-too-abruptly, we reach to all of the greatest football minds we know to discuss the Baltimore Ravens' historic-but-truncated run at a Super Bowl with the unique offense of Todd Monken. Greg Cosell of NFL Films takes Nestor through the passes and runs of Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry with some insights from the eye in the sky and the master of The Matchup.
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He hit a lot of home runs, was a great clubhouse presence and came through the hard times as a Baltimore Orioles rising star and now he'll be looking to beat them with the Toronto Blue Jays. Luke Jones tells Nestor this five-year deal isn't a shock but replacing the productivity of Anthony Santander might prove to be harder than just signing Tyler O'Neill.
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On Monday morning, the Baltimore Ravens closed up the season with the traditional locker room cleanup and Luke Jones was on the scene to report to Nestor about the aftermath of a lost opportunity for the franchise and Lamar Jackson to win a Super Bowl. Where does Eric DeCosta go from here?
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The offseason always comes abruptly, and with the trauma and shock of the Ravens' latest January debacle in Buffalo, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss these next few weeks of decisions about next year's roster and the boiling emotions of a season of real Super Bowl promise spoiled on the frozen soil in Orchard Park on Sunday night.
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It's always a long offseason when you drop a tough playoff game but this one might be different. Luke Jones and Nestor Aparicio discuss the Baltimore Ravens' disappointing loss to the Buffalo Bills, highlighting key moments such as Lamar Jackson's two turnovers in the first half and Mark Andrews' crucial drop in the fourth quarter.
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A promising season went awry on Sunday night when Mark Andrews dropped a two-point conversion in Buffalo. The Baltimore Ravens will have a long offseason of changes and pondering what might've been in the aftermath of a massive disappointment. Luke Jones and Nestor lament a dropped Andrews pass – and a lost season for Ravens after losing 27-25 to the Bills on a wintry night.
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Comedian Jerry Seinfeld once said: "We cheer for the clothes!" And he wasn't wrong. Sports artist and visual historian Todd Radom returns as Nestor's king of the fashion police and logos to discuss modern sports jerseys and the Baltimore Ravens' Color Rush purple helmets with the angry KISS bird that fell short.
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Joe Unitas tells Nestor why it was finally time to write a book of family wisdom handed down from Number 19
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Former Steelers quarterback and lifer Pittsburgh good guy Charlie Batch gives Nestor some insights and perspective on what has made the team better with Russell Wilson under center. And what makes the Steelers' defense dangerous for Lamar Jackson and the Ravens on Sunday at The Confluence.
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When you're 32nd in the league at defending the pass, opponents are likely to run much. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Ravens' defensive issues and the extra prep for an inspired first-place Steelers team led by Russell Wilson in Pittsburgh. A big game at The Confuence on Sunday.
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Did you ever dream of beating Ken Griffey Jr. at Wiffle Ball? Well, it turns out that ESPN legend Kenny Mayne had a whole Seattle story of 20th Century glory to re-live and re-learn about his prowess in the only game that ever mattered in the neighborhood. His new, offbeat film "Wiffle Ball" debuts on Thursday on Fubo. Of course, Nestor presses Mayne on his Pearl Jam and Preakness presence.
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It's been nearly a quarter of a century and sports documentaries as we all know them were seeded by the work of longtime HBO president Ross Greenburg, who returns to discuss how the landscape has changed and broadened for storytelling and entertaining since Steve Sabol partnered to create the first "Hard Knocks" with the Modells and Brian Billick and the Baltimore Ravens in 2001.
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It's an offseason of mystery not just for Baltimore Orioles fans but for everyone around Major League Baseball wondering where Juan Soto and many others will land. Luke Jones and Nestor get heated with some Hot Stove Orioles chatter as free agency looms and the new ownership comes under the microscope for messaging and intentions for the payroll of Mike Elias.
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New Interim Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs at Coppin State University Dr. Haywood discusses her decision to move to Baltimore, our city's cultural richness and the importance of critical thinking and communication skills as she shares her love of American literature and learning.
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The rivalry is real. The stakes are high. Luke Jones and Nestor get Ravens fans ready for (another) Pittsburgh Week and a real Steelers' threat to the purple kingdom and a first-place AFC North showdown at the Confluence.
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Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss college football madness on the field and the marketing of sports and football jerseys making our television screens scream color chaos. Some are throwbacks; some are throw ups! And those Ravens' purple helmets...
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John Martin of Maryland Lottery crunches numbers on casino totals and a robust sports wagering fall buoyed by the local football success of the Commanders and Ravens.
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How long could you expect Justin Tucker to make 60-yard field goals with ease and precision? It's been more than a decade and the "GOAT" is suddenly not automatic anymore. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the aging and recent struggles of Justin Tucker and the emergence of the splashy Purple Rising uniforms after the 35-34 win over the Bengals as the Ravens prepare for Pittsburgh Week.
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It's hard to knock a 7-3 effort to start the season but the questions about the defense of the Baltimore Ravens will continue after a 35-34 win over Cincinnati. Luke Jones and Nestor address the many issues of a porous pass defense and narrow victory over Bengals on a night when Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase proved unstoppable for the men of Zach Orr.
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It wasn't pretty but it was the way the Baltimore Ravens have needed to win games where the defense can't make a stop. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss another La-marvelous come-from-behind Ravens victory over the Bengals and Joe Burrow.
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Luke Jones and Nestor preview Bengals visit to Ravens and Purple Rising helmet and matchup
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As Lamar Jackson floats through another season as a potential MV3 for the Baltimore Ravens, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the quarterback play around the rest of the NFL and teams with Super Bowl hopes – and the unsavory options otherwise.
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It was an impressive victory by any measure for the Baltimore Ravens over the Denver Broncos on Sunday. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the defensive improvements and needs as the level of quarterback savvy will step up on the purple November calendar.
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It's a big week for politics and football in Baltimore. Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss a winning Ravens' effort on Sunday and protecting your financial wealth after this (or any) election.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Ravens' glaring pass rush needs and how the NFL trade deadline has evolved and helped teams patch roster holes.
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It was an encouraging performance on both sides of the ball Sunday as the Baltimore Ravens throttled the Denver Broncos 41-10 behind another MVP performance from Lamar Jackson. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the quick turnaround to Thursday's visit from the Bengals and the complimentary football played in an impressive win.
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When the Maryland Crab Cake Tour and the Maryland Oyster Tour intersect, we win. Finn McCusker continues a suburban seafood visit with Nestor, sharing more history of the Nacho Mama's lineage and tales of his infamous father in Canton.
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The tradition of defensive football is in question with the 5-3 Baltimore Ravens. As the injuries mount and the trading deadline looms, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the defensive issues and communication problems as the Denver Broncos come to town Sunday and the Bengals follow on Thursday night.
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Recently, we lost Baltimore Skipjacks superfan Jeff Amdur. In the spirit of the good ole' hockey game, Nestor gathered his best puck pal Howard Scher at Mama's On The Half Shell in Owings Mills to recount the tales of exciting 1980s AHL action at the Baltimore Civic Center.
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As the upstart Denver Broncos come to Baltimore 5-3, Shawn Drotar of Mile High Sports gives Nestor some perspective on the struggles of a proud franchise that lacked leadership until Sean Payton came to the Rockies and put Bo Nix under center.
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A one-time Super Bowl XXXV champion with the Baltimore Ravens, our pal Brandon Stokley now makes a living talking sports on the radio in Denver. Our favorite Cajun son comes home to Baltimore with insights on the dramatically improved Broncos under head coach Sean Payton and rookie quarterback Bo Nix.
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Longtime television voice and author Mike Klis of 9News in Denver regales Nestor with tales from his new book "The Elway Years" and his belief that Sean Payton has changed Broncos' culture with addition of Bo Nix and early success this season as the upstart 5-3 club comes to Baltimore to meet the Ravens on Sunday.
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As all American eyes turn toward the Presidential Election of 2024, Pam Wood of The Baltimore Banner joins Nestor to discuss the U.S. Senate race and the unique attention Angela Alsobrooks and Larry Hogan are getting from outside the state and the always-significant voter turnout for a significant general election.
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Amidst the Ravens' loss in Cleveland, watching the rich teams play in the World Series and the wealthy people affect an American election with attack ads and intrusive texts, Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss being young again and storming the field in College Park after you beat a 3-3 football team.
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The legend of Patrick "Scunny" McCusker, founder of Nacho Mama's and Baltimore bon vivant, continues to grow posthumously in Owings Mills as his son Finn McCusker hosts Nestor at Mama's On The Half Shell to tell tales about Scunny and seafood on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour brought to you by the Maryland Lottery and Jiffy Lube Multicare.
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Four-decade local journalist Josh Kurtz of Maryland Matters joins Nestor to discuss the many issues, campaigns and dollars being worked during Election Week 2024 and the issues that matter most to voters here and all over the United States of America. Democracy dies in darkness.
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Coppin State University volleyball coach Tim Walsh discusses the growth of volleyball, particularly in high schools and among younger players with Nestor as our flagship Eagles spotlight highlights the family and social aspect of the sport and its increasing popularity. Coach Walsh also shares his coaching journey and background in sign language and its integration into his coaching at Coppin.
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Clearly, the Baltimore Ravens didn't expect to be a 5-3 team on Halloween with hideous losses to the Raiders and Browns on the mid-season report card. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Ravens' deficiencies and pass rush needs after a wretched Cleveland loss as trading deadline looms for general manager Eric DeCosta.
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Family friend (and once little girl playing the piano and banging the drums) Shelbie Rassler is conducting the Spiderman Across the Spider-Verse orchestra as the show comes to The Lyric on November 15th. Wait'll you hear her Burt Bacharach story about the world needing love, sweet love...
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There's no question that division foes work a lot harder to scheme for the unique Ravens offense after seeing it more regularly. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Browns defense of Jim Schwartz and utilizing special talents like Myles Garrett and Za'Darius Smith to slow down Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry in a bad beat in Cleveland.
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With two corners out and two linemen going down in the middle of the loss to the Browns in Cleveland, there's no question that the defense of Zach Orr is depleted. But the lack of a pass rush is glaring and Luke Jones and Nestor address the needs of a leaky defense after losing to Jameis Winston and lowly Browns.
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Working our way through some of the sometime funny and always functional names of strains, our Chief Cannabis Officer Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness continues the educational journey through cannabinoids and terpenes with Nestor. Finding the right components for your mood or physical need is essential and our goal is always effective strain selection.
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No reason to believe Ravens won't make it six in a row in Cleveland. Luke Jones and Nestor get Ravens fans ready to visit a wilting Browns franchise led by Jameis Winston
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Nestor Aparicio joins WHBC-AM 1480 hosts Kenny and J.T. in Canton, Ohio to discuss disgrace of the Browns and what has made the Ravens so consistently competitive. A better radio guest than a host. Tune in to hear unfiltered Nestor on the state of the Baltimore Ravens.
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While Nestor wanted to lean in on Maryland Lottery Executive Director John Martin just a tad during Cleveland Week (Guardians exit and Browns fall), this one also included a mutual Fernando Valenzuela tribute and a chance to roll out the big holiday scratch-offs and promotions that have skipped right past the pumpkin pie and into the peppermint season. And someone sitting on a $1 million ticket that is unclaimed.
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When former sports producer Bernard Bokenyi reunites with Nestor after a quarter of a century witnessing poor ownership in their hometowns of Cleveland and Baltimore, it sparks an interesting debate about what we invested in stadia, billionaire owners and professional sports franchises last century and what the communities and citizens actually got in return half a lifetime later.
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Legendary agent Leigh Steinberg talks baseball and football revenue and unlimited potential of Lamar Jackson with Nestor
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It's been a very healthy campaign thus far for the the Baltimore Ravens but this is the first week when the injury report has become a concern. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the short week, potential trade deadline movements and big expectations heading to Cleveland.
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Longtime Cleveland voice Kenny Koda of WHBC joins Nestor to discuss agony of Browns fans and disgrace of ownership
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You're aware of the Cleveland Browns drama and the loss of DeShaun Watson and 1-6 team on the field but the bigger circus with billionaire owner Jimmy Haslam is trying to get a dome built in a municipality where all of the politicians dislike him as much as the fans. Cleveland reporter Daryl Ruiter gives Nestor a primer on the Browns awfulness amidst stadium drama in Northeast Ohio.
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There is no more challenged fan base in the National Football League than the beleaguered – yet somehow still financially supportive – customers of the Cleveland Browns. Legendary sports talk king (and prince) Mark "Munch" Bishop has been visiting us for three decades. His deep-rooted love for Cleveland sports, dating back to his childhood, has gotten swept up in the disgrace of the Jimmy Haslem ownership group and the DeShaun Watson fiasco. "Immoral" is the word he uses. And the results on and off the field speak louder than anyone ever did on the radio.
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The Browns took the big guaranteed gamble on DeShaun Watson and will be paying the price for years. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the quarterback situation of many struggling NFL teams as the red-hot Ravens head to Cleveland to take on a disgraced franchise in disarray.
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Despite a strong second and third quarter, the Ravens' defense struggled early and late in what felt like a walkover 41-31 win in Tampa. Luke Jones and Nestor emphasize the need for the defense to be more consistent and dynamic, particularly in forcing (and catching) turnovers. They also address defensive vulnerabilities in the secondary with the loss of Marlon Humphrey, who grabbed two interceptions against the Bucs.
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The combination attack of the Baltimore Ravens and the ability of Lamar Jackson to command the offense of Todd Monken has been on display all season but Monday night's effort in Tampa was balanced and lethal. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the offensive operation of the best team in the NFL evolving its game and expanding the possibilities with Derrick Henry and company.
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Five touchdown passes, 41 points and 500 yards of offense for the reigning MVP Lamar Jackson. Just another Monday night at the NFC road office for the Baltimore Ravens, who showcased their offensive prowess and the hammer of Derrick Henry in a statement win over the Bucs in Tampa. Luke Jones and Nestor give initial thoughts in the aftermath of a beatdown on the turf of Super Bowl XXXV.
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It's the first real offseason the Baltimore Orioles will experience under new ownership and different expectations – and possibilities. Luke Jones and Nestor take a Baltimore Orioles' fan payroll view on the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees in the World Series.
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Luke Jones and Nestor make final prep and predictions for Ravens at Bucs on Monday Night Football
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Who is your first call when you walk outside in Baltimore and see the Northern Lights? Bill Cole and Nestor discuss Bucket Lists and chasing The Northern Lights and what happens when it suddenly happens – and you can't believe your eyes? And even the legitimacy of the pictures get questioned in the aftermath...
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Seth Elkin of The Maryland Lottery celebrates three million-dollar winners this week with Nestor as the Ravens scratch-offs keep scoring as the season blossoms.
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Baker Mayfield's career resurgence with 15 touchdown passes in six weeks and the potent Tampa Bay offense featuring Chris Godwin and Mike Evans should provide a stout test for the Ravens' leaky defense. But Lamar Jackson's command of the offense plus Derrick Henry's impact on the ground game makes this a fascinating NFC opponent with similar defensive issues. Let Luke Jones and Nestor get your ready for some Monday Night Football – and a lot of points – in Tampa.
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Yes, they'll put pineapple on it for you at Pizza John's but traditions – new and old – are still waiting for you on Back River Neck Road in Essex. Brett Steall of Pizza John's and Leonard Raskin join Nestor on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour to discuss this venerable and established-in-1966, family-owned treasure known for its consistent pizza quality and local community ties. Oh, and that memorable pepperoni...
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When Nestor's old pal John Keller appeared for his birthday Maryland Crab Cake Tour stop at Pizza John's in Essex, Luke Jones and Nestor shared the crinkle cut french fries and gravy over a long conversation about the Orioles' future with fans in and out of market and growing the brand of Baltimore baseball. And, yes, Pizza John's has a crab cake!
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It's been a long time since the last time for the Baltimore Orioles and a civic celebration. Our old schooler Leonard Raskin joins Nestor at Costas Inn on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour to reminisce and pine away for the next time we have a championship parade in Baltimore for baseball.
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The Baltimore Orioles managed just one run in two games of the AL Wild Card round against the Kansas City Royals. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the woeful bats of the October Orioles and what happens next for Elias and roster after a summer where it wasn't good enough – or healthy enough – to win postseason baseball games.
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Wendy Bronfein and Nestor discuss the biggest party of the year to benefit The Living Classrooms Foundation. Maritime Magic is Friday night and you're invited.
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The injuries mounted, the errors added up and the offense withered through the summer. We always worried about the pitching but in the Wild Card round, Corbin Burnes and Zach Eflin were tremendous. The offense was atrocious and the season is suddenly over. The Orioles scored one run in 18 innings. Luke Jones and Nestor lament a lost season after the Wild Card meltdown losses to the Kansas City Royals.
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Hit by a car 26 years ago and suffering severe injuries never stopped Martin Kerrigan. He tells Nestor about his journey and participation in the Scarecrow Classic 5K for the Brain Injury Association of Maryland October 20 in Sykesville.
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After hyper-inflating the initial pricing of MLB Wild Card playoff tickets, the prices fell like a rock earlier this week and Orioles fans still weren't buying $15 tickets on game day. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the empty seats and depressed prices at Camden Yards for Game 1 of Wild Card round in Baltimore.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss woeful bats of Orioles in Game 1 Wild Card loss to Royals
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Corbin Burnes and Game 1 Wild Card loss to Royals at Camden Yards
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Actor Thomas Sadoski tells Nestor the roots of his passion for Baltimore Ravens football and his new role in "American Sports Series: Aaron Hernandez" on FX, a dark mini-series tale of the troubled New England Patriots tight end and his murders and death.
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These two guys watched the 1996 and 1997 Orioles playoff disappointments from the press box in Cleveland and New York. Now, with the next Baby Birds headed into a second straight October, our old pal Allen McCallum joins Nestor to prep for a wild baseball playoff orange carpet ride once again. Is this the year?
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As the Orioles promise to keep us twice as busy this week after the Ravens kept us up late on Monday night, Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness tells Nestor about the Good Day energy she needs when her toddler gets an overnight illness and work meetings come early in the morning.
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It took a month to see a full performance for the Baltimore Ravens defense but it was a complete effort in pummeling Bills quarterback Josh Allen and the Buffalo attack. Luke Jones and Nestor praise the men of Zach Orr and discuss Joe Burrow and the Bengals, who await in Cincinnati on Sunday.
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It was an impressive performance on many levels for the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday night but nothing impressed Luke Jones and Nestor more than finally seeing the promise of a running attack that couldn't be stopped – early and late. Derrick Henry is (still) a Dude.
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With playoff fever quelled by the sluggish play of the Baltimore Orioles in the second half, Luke Jones and Nestor wonder if the bats can turn on and the bullpen can meet the challenge of an October run as the Kansas City Royals come to Camden Yards for a Wild Card week battle.
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It's taken a year for the Baltimore Orioles to get back to the baseball that matters. Luke Jones and Nestor get Birds fans ready for October and sudden death baseball with Kansas City Royals. Gotta win Game 1 and Corbin Burnes vs. Cole Ragans is a good one.
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We've told many stories with the folks from the National Kidney Foundation to support events like the Kidney Walk on October 6th at UMBC. But, when you meet Sam Cosby and hear his inspiring journey, you might want to do more than just walk and run. Are you a match?
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In the first of many Coppin State conversations in our 14th year of Baltimore Positive partnership as the WNST flagship of Eagles sports, President Dr. Anthony Jenkins returns to get Nestor for another semester of learning and life in West Baltimore, where the campus and spirit grows at The Nest.
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Reverend Alvin Hathaway and local businessman Martin Knott manage to corral Nestor Aparicio at the Encore pool in Las Vegas during May 2024 for "He's Holy, I'm Knott" podcast, discussing his 40 years of Baltimore sports journalism leadership and what's next for WNST and Baltimore Positive.
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On the eve of a huge home game for the Ravens against the undefeated Buffalo Bills and giddy with excitement for Game 1 of the MLB playoffs at Camden Yards for the Orioles, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Birds' playoff rotation, the city of Oakland losing baseball and the Ravens' readiness for the Bills on both sides of the ball. Big week here in the Charm City. No one does it better...
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John Martin of Maryland Lottery gets ready for Game of Thrones fun and games
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Forty years after "Sportsf1rst" from The Baltimore News American folded, Nestor hosts an alum reunion to discuss his ambitious first newspaper gig downtown and the folks who went on to amazing careers in sports journalism around the country.
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When Nestor received an email from Elon University professor and author David Bockino about his local role in a 1997 television football picks show called "Beat The Pros" with Hall of Famer Lawrence Taylor and the NFL architect of the 46 defense Buddy Ryan, he agreed to tell the whole story for the first time on the air. The stuff you remember when you think you've forgotten everything...
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Football historian Vic Carucci checks in from Buffalo where the play of Josh Allen through three weeks has Bills shouting "Super Bowl contender" along with the chorus to Mr. Brightside. And the Hall of Fame voter weighs in on candidacies of Terrell Suggs and Marshal Yanda.
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Soon transitioning into a life after political service, Congressman John Sarbanes tells Nestor about his vision for his next chapter after 16 years serving the 3rd District emphasizing his commitment to civics, democracy, health, and the environment.
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It wasn't shocking or even unexpected news but not having Grayson Rodriguez over the next month could really hurt the Baltimore Orioles chances of winning the World Series. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Birds' difficult path to the kind of playoff pitching they'll need from Corbin Burnes, Zach Eflin, Dean Kremer and bullpen that has been anything but "lights out."
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Our Classic 5 PGA pro Richard Sheppard Jr. of Forest Park Golf returns to discuss this weekend's President's Cup and fall tee times and perfect fairways in West Baltimore. And a little Orioles baseball because it's a big week here!
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Our forever pal James Bond of the Living Classrooms Foundation gets Nestor ready for Maritime Magic in Fells Point on October 4th. Come down and eat and drink and dance and learn and support one of the great groups that is working to lift and grow Baltimore!
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Our Chief Cannabis Officer Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness discusses the medicinal benefits of some new products – and a little baseball and football spirit – and the fall healing season at Far and Dotter in Timonium.
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Our favorite shows are the ones where we bring folks who don't know each other together under the same Baltimore Positive umbrella. The Maryland Crab Cake Tour at Kooper's Tavern in Fells Point convened longtime NFL player agent Chad Wiestling and Dave Sheinin of The Washington Post, who live 12 blocks apart near Patterson Park, to discuss the business of football, the Orioles and people.
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Now leading the NFL in penalties through three weeks, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the 1-2 Ravens' consistency, discipline and the all-important offensive line after a narrow win over the Dallas Cowboys.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Lamar running and King Henry rolling for Ravens offense
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Luke Jones and Nestor take a hard look at Orioles playoff hopes with a week to get rotation and roster ready
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It all was going well for the first three quarters for the Baltimore Ravens in Dallas. And then the defense couldn't make a stop. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the near miss against the Cowboys and the disturbing trend of blown late leads evaporating.
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As the Ravens scratch-off winners emerge and Home Run Riches winds down with more Orioles home runs, Executive Director John Martin of The Maryland Lottery tells Nestor about some other big winners all across the state.
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Bill Cole and Nestor discuss the mood of Baltimore when the Ravens and Orioles start to lose games we think they're going to win...
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Orioles' momentum and Tigers and Yankees after Santander walkoff win.
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Dave Sheinin of The Washington Post talks music and Orioles baseball with Nestor on Crab Cake Tour
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Despite the 0-2 start and playing in Dallas this Sunday at 4:25pm, the Baltimore Ravens are still a one-point favorite on the road. America still believes in Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry but how will the offensive line handle Micah Parsons and the Cowboys? Luke Jones and Nestor get ready for a huge test for the offense to show improvement over two very choppy, sloppy losses.
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It has been a rough September for every Baltimore sports fan. The injuries and losses with the Orioles. And the Ravens completely shocking us with a pair of losses to start the season. Leonard Raskin and Nestor try to do some civic therapy and find something upbeat about Baltimore sports during these tough times.
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Local NFL agent and former Terps football player Chad Wiestling tells Nestor about his passion for sports, his players at heart of his work and why he loves the Baltimore Orioles so much on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour at Kooper's Tavern in Fells Point at Oyster Fest.
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Who is managing the clock and replay challenges? Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the coaching decisions and itchy red flag of Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh and how to use the new leg of Justin Tucker.
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As the awful beats mount and the bats remain silent in September, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Orioles getting battered by Giants and the playoff health realities and updates given by Mike Elias before the home stand.
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After a month in Paris covering the Olympics for The Washington Post, our favorite traveling Baltimore music maker, sports expert and local dude Dave Sheinin joins Nestor at Kooper's Pub on The Maryland Crab Cake Tour for a full recap of his summer French connection.
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We've been at this a long time at WNST. Our first ballpark reporter almost 30 years ago and lifer pal Allen McCallum joins Nestor to discuss the two weeks of "Fall Training" before the Orioles will need to win games in October for what feels like an unlikely World Series run.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens offensive line problems and solutions after Raiders loss
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the wobbly state of the Orioles' postseason realities after another long weekend on the road in Detroit with frozen bats and poor results.
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After a second week of inconsistencies and penalties across the offensive line hindered the Baltimore Ravens in another loss, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the worst passing defense in the NFL through Week 2, the strange red flag challenges of John Harbaugh and a purple implosion at home against the Las Vegas Raiders.
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Former Raiders and Cowboys beat writer Michael Gehlken discusses why he left locker rooms and industry after 15 years
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Doug Lloyd of Maryland Lottery tells Nestor what's it's like to the one who contacts and calls the big jackpot winners to deliver the great news that sometimes they don't even believe. And the Home Run Riches summer of big Orioles bombs!
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It is no secret that lifer sports cartoonist Mike Ricigliano is Nestor's oldest friend in Baltimore media. They discuss the 40th anniversary of their friendship and the folding of Sportsf1rst and The News American and how the sports scene in Baltimore has inspired them both for a lifetime at Koco's Pub as the Orioles and Ravens threaten another championship parade down Pratt Street.
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Our old NFL Films pal and former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Merril Hoge talks tailgating and how the Ravens need to manage a unique offensive attack with Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry.
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Mark Viviano finally tells Nestor the whole back story of his scoop of Browns coming to Baltimore in 1995
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Bill Cole and Nestor debate why more Baltimoreans don't go to College Park for Terps football games in the era of big money, Big 10 action.
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As a hefty 9-point favorite at home against the woeful Las Vegas Raiders, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the importance of the Ravens' running game and getting win before heading to Dallas, entertaining Buffalo and going to Cincinnati as the schedule promises to stiffen after Gardner Minshew.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles mediocre baseball and waiting on better health and more big hits
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After three decades of being media colleagues in Baltimore, former WJZ sports director Mark Viviano finally joins Nestor and Ko-host Ricig at Koco's Pub for a candid chat about Baltimore sports journalism – past, present and future. And last October in Arlington when WNST had its media access threatened by the Orioles and his best advice.
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Marcella Knight and Eric Campbell serve Nestor first oyster of his Maryland Oyster Tour at Koco's Pub
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On a night when the Orioles' bats awakened, it was the arm of Albert Suarez that continues to get the job done in a September pennant race. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Orioles' overall pitching hopes after another strong start from the Venezuelan righty at Fenway Park.
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Local insurance specialist and Greater Baltimore Chamber of Commer John Kneisly joined Nestor to discussed various community events and initiatives, including the 5K Run, Walk, and Doggy Dash on September 22, which supports Reed's Rescue, a dog rescue organization.
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Our money guy Leonard Raskin spends his weekends holed down with college football. And what a weekend it was from a South Bend surprise from an old Ravens coach to College Park where Coach Locksley didn't like what he saw against Michigan State. Something to take our minds off the Kansas City loss and 10 days before the Raiders arrive. A little chat about Saturdays in Maryland...
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Mark Viviano steps out of retirement at Koco's to tell Nestor his amazing broadcasting journey
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After the first look at the new and younger (and cheaper) offensive line of the Baltimore Ravens, Luke Jones and Nestor can only say it needs to improve for the running and passing game of Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry to be truly effective.
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After watching three decades of Ravens football here in Baltimore, we aren't the kind to overreact to a 27-20 loss to the World Champion Kansas City Chiefs to start the season. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the surprises and storylines as Week 1 kicks off a long season.
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Our intrepid sports reporter Luke Jones spent Monday on the practice field of Owings Mills wondering where Lamar Jackson was and then watched the Orioles take another beating at Fenway. We thought September was supposed to be fun? Luke joined Nestor for a discussion about finding pitching and the youth of Jackson Holliday.
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Barry Bloom of Sportico joins Nestor to discuss Yankees and Orioles stretch run and MLB revenue strategies in small markets
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With Styx returning to The Lyric on September 13th and O.C. Bike Week on the 14th, Nestor called upon the only member of the band to never do his show. The great Canadian pianist, singer and classic rock guru Lawrence Gowan talks about his role in the band and its enduring ability to rock and create new music.
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Now entering a third month as one of the worst position players in Major League Baseball, Luke Jones and Nestor wonder when – or if – the phenom first overall pick and the former Adley Rutschman will re-emerge in time to lead the Baltimore Orioles into October. Meanwhile, the Birds are off to Fenway Park as the bats remain silent.
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Patrick Mahomes has been a problem for every team in the NFL. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Ravens' defensive effort in Kansas City after Thursday's 27-20 loss to the Chiefs and whether they'll get another chance in January.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Harbaugh, clock management and penalities on offensive line in loss to Chiefs
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Sweeping the worst team in the history of Major League Baseball didn't happen this week against the White Sox but Luke Jones and Nestor remain bullish on the Orioles' infirmary beginning to show signs that the October roster will look better than August did for health.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens coming up an unlikely foot short against Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs in Kansas City ito kickoff the NFL season.
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Freshly back from Ireland with his son's doctorate education on the other side of the pond, our financial insider Leonard Raskin visits with Nestor on the eve of another exciting season of Baltimore Ravens football.
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With the choppy nightly performances and results over the past two months, so much has changed about the roster. Especially the starting pitching. Luke Jones and Nestor measure the Orioles' rotation and hopes for a better run of luck heading into this drive to win the division and find October health and prosperity. @BaltimoreLuke
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The Baltimore Ravens will head to Kansas City with heavy hearts and a lot of questions about their offensive line in the aftermath of the tragic death of longtime coach Joe D'Alessandris. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the heaviness of the task on the field – and more importantly off it for the folks in Owings Mills who loved their offensive line coach.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Orioles' recent struggles in Los Angeles and the curiously awful Adley Rutschman slump as the Birds play in Colorado with lots of bad MLB teams waiting in early September.
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As the Maryland Crab Cake Tour gets back to the streets of Baltimore in the coming weeks, we begin with a long overdue chat with Matt Coster of Baltimore Firefighters Local 734, who educates Nestor about what is important on our streets in battling blazes and providing safety for city citizens.
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Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness discusses popularity and growth of cannabis space and Best Of BMag status
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Cautious optimism abounds in Baltimore as the Ravens head to Kansas City to avenge last year's AFC Championship Game loss and kick off the 2024 NFL season. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss all aspects and hopes for Lamar Jackson and the team now that Derrick Henry is in the backfield ready to run the rock from Faidley's on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour.
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Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich joins Nestor once again from MACo in Ocean City to discuss the value of of early childhood education and his lack of interest in building stadia or arenas for sports franchise billionaires in Rockville.
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Bill Cole and Nestor discuss the WNST Service and the history of breaking sports news in Baltimore. And when and how it'll be soon be returning and better than ever...
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Longtime New York sportswriter and author Ian O'Connor tells Nestor his journalism trail in writing the new Aaron Rodgers unauthorized biography. He interviewed 250 people, including Rodgers, who initially refused to cooperate. The book delves into Rodgers' family estrangement, controversial vaccine stance, conspiracy theories and move from Green Bay to New York.
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Senator Chris Van Hollen talks Key Bridge and securing federal funding with Nestor from MACo in Ocean City, highlighting Maryland's efforts to work with the federal government for the rebuild. Lots here on oyster restoration and conservation of the Chesapeake Bay and the impact of the Trump presidency on American politics and journalism.
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John Martin of Maryland Lottery gets Nestor ready for another season of Ravens scratch-offs and big victories for second-chance winners.
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Frederick Mayor Michael O'Connor allows Nestor to praise his community and the transformation of his his rural and conservative area with a vibrant and eclectic downtown, highlighting its unique small businesses, restaurants, breweries, and distilleries. Plenty here on the city's revitalization efforts, charm and diversity.
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Ed Miller of Pine Ridge tells Nestor about all of the Classic Five Golf courses around Baltimore and the beauty of fall golf – and a beautiful opportunity to work on improving your game.
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Mac Campbell of Baltimore Convention Center tells Nestor about the significance of convention business for economic growth, highlighting the importance of attracting and hosting large-scale events to pack downtown in the years to come.
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Communications exec and Orioles lifer Greg Abel returns to talk hope of Rubenstein and new face on Birds with Nestor
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Our returning Councilwoman from Baltimore City's 14th District Odette Ramos joins Nestor at MACo in Ocean City to discuss progress and problems in the city we call home, emphasizing the importance of having a council that reflects the city's diversity and can effectively address the unique needs of different neighborhoods.
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John Martin and Seth Elkin of The Maryland Lottery give Nestor the annual report from MACo in Ocean City as the Ravens scratch-off promotion begins and another full season of mobile sports wagering is available for local sports fans to bet responsibly.
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Our defending champion and former Delegate Carl Anderton Jr. drops by in his new role as Director of Rural Economic Strategy along with Wicomico County Executive Julie Giordano to discuss life on the Eastern Shore from MACo in Ocean City. (And a little Ravens football, too!)
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Ravens trip to Green Bay and Lambeau Field for a scrimmage and getting through the final preseason game with good health. And then, it's all eyes on Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and beating the Kansas City Chiefs on September 5th.
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Baltimore County Executive and Congressional Candidate Johnny Olszewski joins Nestor from MACo in Ocean City to discuss hometown issues, diversity in our area and the legacy of Dutch Ruppersberger.
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Luke Jones and Nestor get real about Orioles attendance, growth and the realities of the modern brand as new team president Catie Griggs comes to Baltimore from Seattle to take the reigns for David Rubenstein and the new ownership.
Our favorite librarian advocate Meghan McCorkell of the Enoch Pratt Free Library tells Nestor about all of the cool, modern ways our local institution is serving our citizens and defending the rights of authors and the community to access books.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the chill of the Orioles bats and the necessary offensive productivity for a depleted pitching corps that can't lose games like Monday night in New York. The Birds are going to need to score more than three runs to win.
Comptroller Brooke Lierman returns to join Nestor at MACo in Ocean City to confront his usual Schoolhouse Rock questions about where all the money goes in state finances and economic development, including the Maryland Tax Free Week and the role of the Comptroller. Also some explanations of public funds and stadium management, as well as new revenue generated by the cannabis industry.
Luke Jones and Nestor take a hard look at Orioles rotation and bullpen and where Mike Elias is going to find solutions as the team stalls in first place.
Now with an MLB-leading eight starts this season without surrendering an earned run, Albert Suarez has entrenched himself in the Orioles rotation. Luke Jones and Nestor praise the hearty Venezuelan and the Zach Eflin effect but question the rest of what we're seeing from Birds' starters in recent days.
Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness talks feeling good this summer and picking the best CBD products for pain relief, emphasizing the importance of understanding terpene profiles to achieve desired effects.
Dan Shaughnessy of The Boston Globe talks Red Sox, new Orioles ownership and legacy of Bill Walton
Lifer football historian and Lindy's Magazine editor Howard Balzer gets Nestor ready for another season of NFL theater and talks about upcoming Hall of Fame candidacies of Marshal Yanda and Terrell Suggs.
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the lofty expectations of local sports fans while the Orioles wallow in first place in the AL East and the Ravens' expectations are nothing less than a Super Bowl return to New Orleans with Lamar Jackson. No pressure or anything...
Injuries happen in football. This week, the Baltimore Ravens saw injuries to rookie cornerback Nate Wiggins in the first preseason loss to the Eagles and then budding superstar Kyle Hamilton went down in Owings Mills. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss getting the starters to Kansas City and ready to start strong against the Chiefs.
With new ownership for the Baltimore Orioles and Washington Commanders arriving over the past year in the DMV, venerable sports author and longtime Washington Post columnist John Feinstein joins Nestor to discuss the promises made (and broken) by the men who own our local sports franchises.
John Martin of Maryland Lottery gives Nestor another Dundalk winning story and more homers for cash from Orioles sluggers as baseball, new games and big winners continue all summer long.
Local author and longtime Baltimore Sun columnist John Eisenberg joins Nestor once again to tell the unfolding story of The Bird Tapes, his re-found cassette interviews from a quarter of a century ago recounting the real history of Baltimore Orioles baseball with the men who lived it and wrote it.
An ugly start to the series in Toronto as the Orioles lose the game and starter Grayson Rodriguez to a sudden injury prior to making his turn against the Blue Jays. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss what this could mean for the Birds' postseason dreams and the unusual managerial decisions of Brandon Hyde.
In the aftermath of a trading deadline that saw Mike Elias move several parts of the roster in deals, Luke Jones and Nestor evaluate all of the still-moving parts of the Orioles bullpen and roles as AL East games on road beckon in Toronto and Tampa.
Founding member of Canadian band Barenaked Ladies Steven Page tells Nestor about modern life and music en route to Ramshead On Stage in Annapolis with his trio and all the hits on August 12th.
You aren't the only one seeing a lot new faces in the Baltimore Orioles dugout. Manager Brandon Hyde is a week into managing an unfamiliar roster that has a whole new lineup of possibilities and different humans in a pennant race. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the managerial decisions and pieces to the World Series puzzle that Mike Elias hopes he's assembled.
Seth Elkin of Maryland Lottery talks baseball and Dundalk million dollar winners with Nestor
Like every Baltimore sports fan, our financial insider Leonard Raskin is thinking about two parades in the next six months in the Charm City. And for perhaps the first time in our lifetime, it's possible...
It's no secret that the Baltimore Orioles needed a better bullpen and at least one more quality starter to bolster a World Series run in October. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the additions of Mike Elias at MLB trade deadline and whether it will be enough to compete in late fall.
Over the past few months we've been seeing more about the benefits of THCV and asked Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness to bring the facts – and products – into focus.
After spending a few days in Ohio last week, Nestor welcomes his legendary Cleveland radio pal and Lucky's Cafe breakfast companion Mark "Munch" Bishop back onto the show to discuss Rock Hall music history, the legend of rocker Michael Stanley and this weekend's first-place Guardians and Orioles series.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens training camp and offensive line observations and possibilities.
On a night when Jackson Holliday stole the show at Camden Yards with a dramatic grand slam and win over the Blue Jays, the Orioles lost All Star third baseman Jordan Westburg with a fractured hand. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss what this shakeup will do for the lineup, infield and the future of Coby Mayo.
It was a very active weekend in Birdland before the Tuesday night MLB trade deadline. Luke Jones and Nestor react to all of the dealings of Mike Elias and the Baltimore Orioles.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the final hours before MLB trade deadline and Orioles bullpen targets
Luke Jones and Nestor take a deep dive into the late Orioles trade options and realities of Craig Kimbrel as a closer and the bullpen problems of Brandon Hyde.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss first round of Orioles trades, Austin Hays and playing bad baseball
He disappeared from Baltimore four decades ago to become a decorated Philadelphia Daily News sportswriter following in the footsteps of his father who was a Sports Illustrated legend, author Mark Kram Jr. admits his lifelong Orioles addiction to Nestor from the land of the first-place Phillies.
Our professor and veteran of all things sports business Marty Conway schools Nestor on the primary tasks for new Orioles ownership to grow the brand and build a foundation for the next generation of Baltimore baseball fans during this critical pennant race.
Our defending champion of sports business valuations and the whys and hows of billionaire owners, Kurt Badenhausen of Sportico joins Nestor once again to (finally) discuss the exit of the Angelos family and the financial realities that David Rubenstein and new ownership inherit with the Baltimore Orioles. And the media and sponsorship landscape for Catie Griggs to take $600 million of your money to grow Camden Yards and an All Star Game into a cash machine that stimulates payroll growth...
John Martin of Maryland Lottery talks big local winners and fun summer stories with Nestor
Lots of fans, lots of autographs and young players trying to make a name for themselves and impress coaches. Another summer of Ravens training camp in Owings Mills as Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the nuance of July "statistics" and why these practices matter.
A massive weekend ahead for the Baltimore Orioles host the San Diego Padres and Mike Elias searches to improve the pitching arsenal for a first-place team that can win the World Series. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the unrest of MLB trade deadline.
Covering the business of sports and moonlighting in two rock and roll tribute bands, we only track down Maury Brown of Forbes when we're ready to get serious about baseball and money. Rocking the trading deadline like a hurricane without a holiday and letting the money talk. @BizBallMaury
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss early Ravens training camp and importance of Marlon Humphrey
Sports logo artist Todd Radom talks brands, baseball, uniforms and the Philly Baltimore thing with Nestor
Sports business insider Eric Fisher gives Nestor economic realties of MLB and Orioles hurdles moving forward
Now just 11-15 over the stretch back into June, the Baltimore Orioles are dealing with the dog days of summer as a "struggling" first place team in need of more pitching and more consistency at the plate. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss options like pitcher Chayce McDermott and where Mike Elias and the franchise stand before the MLB trading deadline on a myriad of valuable minor league prospects.
With the MLB trading deadline set for August 30th at 6 p.m., Luke Jones and Nestor look at the Orioles' treasure trove of legit prospects and the untouchables of Mike Elias as the franchise looks to deal for more pitching – starting and relief – before next Tuesday night.
John Martin and Nestor talk the threads and ties of baseball and the Orioles doing some damage to MLB pitching while scoring for Maryland Lottery Home Run Riches and second chance winners.
Luke Jones and Nestor welcome start of Ravens training camp with hopes of a Super Bowl berth
With the Baltimore Orioles in a prime position to make a World Series run in the fall, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the ideology of Mike Elias and new ownership in regard to making moves for key prospects as well as veteran pitching as the MLB trading deadline looms.
The original Fishmonger's Daughter Damye Hahn gives Leonard Raskin and Nestor a jumbo lump crab meat education at Faidley's Seafood in Lexington Market on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour. You can see – and taste – the difference!
Yankees beat writer Pete Caldera of The Bergen Record talks all things of the summer winds of an amazing baseball pennant race in the American League East – and singing Sinatra show tunes off Broadway with Nestor at Faidley's on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour.
Luke Jones takes Nestor to an early camp prep and attacks the Ravens summer offensive line issues in Owings Mills. The Maryland Crab Cake Tour includes a cameo from Leonard Raskin as our football and baseball passions converge in Baltimore in a historic way this fall with championships and parades at stake.
It's always nice to serve the visiting media a Faidley's crab cake and talk baseball. Longtime Yankees insider Pete Caldera of The Bergen Record joins Luke Jones and Nestor for an All Star Game chat and trade deadline debate on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour.
In our continuing education about ways that cannabis is helping folks with aches, pains and soreness, Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness tells Nestor how to now Move more without the balm or gel he's used successfully for back relief and inflammation.
Our resident PGA pro and Baltimore sports lover Richard Sheppard Jr. returns to update us on beating the summer heat, getting juniors schooled up on weekdays at Classic Five Golf and dreams of playing a course like Royal Troon and The Open in Scotland this weekend.
Executive Director John Martin of The Maryland Lottery discusses some new summer promotions and the big winners of Orioles Home Run Riches tally as the Birds keep hitting 'em big.
As the Yankees' visit and the All Star break and trading deadline loom, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the sometimes chilly bats of the Orioles and how to avoid a sweep against the Cubs.
Longtime Chicago sports radio producer Randy Merkin tells Nestor the currently empty story of The Windy City scene as all five teams struggle to meet the lofty expectations of first place in The Second City.
After a less-than-stellar effort against the Chicago Cubs on Monday night, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the return of Orioles starter Dean Kremer and what the path of Mike Elias will be to add more arms to the rotation and bullpen before the end of July.
Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness joins Nestor to discuss various topics surrounding legislation, key industry challenges, and expungement of cannabis-related offenses.
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Luke Jones and Nestor assess the work ahead to improving the Baltimore Orioles pitching before the July 31st trading deadline. A starter? A pair of relievers? And at what cost...
Every year a few players have a beef with the All Star Game selections – and the Orioles might still send a few more players to Arlington – but all eyes will be on phenom, five-tool shortstop Gunnar Henderson next week as a coming out party for the best shortstop Baltimore baseball has seen in a generation.
The Baltimore Orioles took care of business on the West Coast during the 4th of July in Seattle and Oakland and now return home leading the American League East with the Cubs and Yankees looming before the All Star break. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the week in Birdland.
Let Goodwill's Lisa Rusyniak update you on the benefits and victories of their newest adult high school education Excel Center on Redwood Street downtown. Plus the mission beyond the job training programs and efforts to reduce waste and repurpose items through collaboration with recycling.
Our disillusionment with American politics continues in the aftermath of a disastrous Presidential debate – all while celebrating what has always made this country great on the Fourth of July holiday. Bill Cole joins Nestor to debate the poor candidates, the loss of civility and the bewilderment at the continued devaluation of words, deeds and political parties in this country we love.
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the increasing summer sports mojo and the Orioles' heartbeat of All Star week, a first-place battle with the Yankees and new ownership's splash with the fans.
With the Orioles doing late night duty on the West Coast, Seth Elkin of The Maryland Lottery talks some baseball records and Home Run Riches winners with Nestor for the holiday weekend of pennant race fever.
Author and baseball historian Lee Kluck joins Nestor to discuss his new book on life and baseball legacy of Harry Dalton, who was instrumental in the Oriole Way of the 1960s in Baltimore before recreating the California Angels and Milwaukee Brewers two decades later.
Local developer Mark Renbaum joins Nestor at Pappas in Parkville on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour to discuss the MLR Timonium Light Rail community project and plans for future use of commercial and residential space at York and Ridgely.
After the Orioles rebounded nicely at home against the Texas Rangers, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Orioles obvious pitching deficiencies as the West Coast week begins in Seattle.
The terpenes are the science that makes it work. Our Chief Cannabis Officer Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness brings the terpene knowledge and explains more about getting a better wellness experience for adult use education.
Seth Elkin of The Maryland Lottery goes deep on the latest winners of the Home Run Riches and large Orioles payouts for hitting those big flies at Camden Yards.
With Joan Jett back in Baltimore for the Splash Zone and a real pennant race for Orioles baseball, we throwback to that time in 2012 when the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer talked Orioles baseball with Nestor before her legendary appearance at the Dundalk Heritage Fair on 4th of July weekend.
When Nestor was the rock music critic at The Baltimore Evening Sun in the early 1990s, he interviewed hundreds of musicians. This is a long lost chat with Joan Jett that oozes her love of the Baltimore Orioles and Memorial Stadium.
After halting the Orioles' five-game skid with a quality start against the Cleveland Indians, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the present and future of Grayson Rodriguez as the team's best chance to win a World Series in this era.
Legendary Newark Star-Ledger columnist Jerry Izenberg visits with Nestor to discuss new book: "Larry Doby in Black and White: The Story of a Baseball Pioneer" but also discusses his path as a social defender of Ali, an unbreakable Super Bowl run and his life as a journalist not "Godding up athletes." Let him teach you something...
As the losses suddenly stack up on the Baltimore Orioles, Luke Jones and Nestor Aparicio discuss what happens after the losing streak and when and how the pitching help will appear in a trade. And how soon?
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Munch Bishop joins Nestor from Cleveland to discuss sustained success of Guardians as Orioles return home
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As the Orioles bats went silent over the weekend in Houston, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the fatigue of a long June and the let down after an emotional week in New York. Now, here come the first-place Cleveland Guardians...
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss ugly Orioles sweep in Houston and home cooking for Guardians
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John Martin of Maryland Lottery talks Cleveland baseball history and big Home Run Riches winners with Nestor before the Orioles and Guardians do battle at Camden Yards.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the potential beanball war brewing between the Orioles and Yankees as the Birds beat Yankees in The Bronx in a wild one on Wednesday night. Join the pair together today for the 4 p.m. rubber match as they do the Maryland Crab Cake Tour and watch the Yankee Stadium finale from the bar at Costas Inn in Dundalk all afternoon.
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Last week, they did the podcast at Kooper's Tavern in Fell's Point and now Bill Cole and Nestor reconvene after Maryland Fleet and Pride Weekend in Baltimore with tales of a city that shined with happy Philly tourists and plenty of pride.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles pitching and Yankees bats and bad blood
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Nothing more fun than when Luke Jones and Nestor Aparicio legitimately disagree on a trade or a player acquisition. As the Ravens go to summer break, the duo discuss the legend and lore of Derrick Henry and what will make the Ravens' offense Super Bowl worthy by February. The #RavensFlock will love this one...
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We never have more fun on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour than when we're laughing with old friends who have become new friends. Our OG Orioles ballpark reporter and symphony man Allen McCallum joined legendary movie critic and Baltimore Magazine Editor-In-Chief Max Weiss taking Nestor to the modern movies and cinema at Koco's Pub in Lauraville. Who needs Siskel and Ebert?
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As our continuing education series with Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness moves into real life after Nestor's wife Jenn broke her ankle two weeks ago, the cannabis conversation moved back to a gel product that has proven functional for pain relief.
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In their weekly update on all things Home Run Riches and new games and big winners, Executive Director John Martin of The Maryland Lottery tells Nestor about a chance to go to Italy or Los Angeles for the next round of Olympic Games via Mega Millions. Oh, and all of those Orioles grand slams stacking up...
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With the bottom of the rotation coming in New York in the most important games of the season, Luke Jones tells Nestor that the Orioles will look to keep the offensive power coming against the first-place Yankees this week after battering Zack Wheeler on Sunday at Camden Yards.
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It was a successful weekend on the field against the Phillies but costly on the mound as Kyle Bradish becomes the latest Orioles starter who appears headed for a Tommy John surgery as the rotation continues to adapt – and the Birds continue to win.
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As our Maryland Crab Cake Tour returned to Koco's Pub and Lauraville during Pride Week, Marcella Knight joins Tom Pierce of Classic Five Golf, Ricig and Nestor to discuss Father's Day and crab cakes and golf for the family.
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When it's tough to park and the hotels are full and the Phillies and Orioles are sold out all weekend, life is good in the land of pleasant living. Bill Cole joins Nestor for Maryland Fleet Week and Baltimore Pride at Kooper's Tavern in Fell's Point where the vibrancy of our hometown is on display.
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Hootie and The Blowfish guitarist Mark Bryan tells Nestor about the Summer Camp Tour and playing music with his best friends
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Author Joel Poiley gives Nestor the full back story about his book on the life and times and amazing career of Baltimore Colts legend Tom Matte. "Last Man Standing" is coming this summer for anyone who wants to know more about the late, great running back we all met and loved around town.
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Mike Libber tells Nestor about Stateside Cup and importing Crystal Palace and Wolverhampton to Annapolis for a friendly on the pitch on July 31st.
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In the weekly chat about sports and money, our financial insider Leonard Raskin joins Nestor to discuss what happens when big money and pro athletes collide – and how to invest in your future.
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As the Maryland Crab Cake Tour presented by the Maryland Lottery, Liberty Pure Solutions and Jiffy Lube returned to Kooper's North, general manager Terry Beck and owner Patrick Russell discuss the legend and growth of Fell's Point and the joys of being longtime and local with Nestor.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss this loaded Baltimore Orioles roster of pure hitters. A deep dive into some numbers and the depth of an offense that hitting on all cylinders this summer.
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Our resident professor in residence at Johns Hopkins and 80s MTV icon Thomas Dolby returns with Nestor at State Fare on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour to discuss his new book, new hair and Totally Tubular 80s Tour this summer that plays at Anthem in D.C. on July 14th.
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John Martin of Maryland Lottery discusses magic of Orioles grand slams and some new summer promotions and chance to double your winnings with Multi-Match.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the ever-thinning Orioles pitching depth and relentless schedule and elite competition ahead in June. A big month ahead as the Yankees continue to win every day.
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Luke Jones and Nestor assess Brandon Hyde and Orioles' managerial and management decisions as team rolls to Toronto and Tampa for important AL East matchups.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the absence of Lamar Jackson at Ravens' Organized Team Activities and why it bothers John Harbaugh and the Ravens front office. (You can't run a legitimate offensive practice without your starting franchise quarterback...)
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Luke Jones and Nestor welcome Connor Norby, toast a two-homer game by Austin Hays and discuss the Orioles roster management of Mike Elias with injuries stacking up and no rest on the AL East road.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the arm injuries to John Means and Tyler Wells and what it means for the franchise as the Orioles will once again rethink the starting rotation for the rest of the pennant race.
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The Executive Director of The Maryland Lottery John Martin has been busy counting all of those Orioles home runs in the Home Run Riches contest where grand slams and new games are on the menu all summer long.
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Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss their mutual love of relevant summer baseball and annual putting for the kids at the Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital on Monday at Hillendale Country Club in the big golf fundraiser.
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Luke Jones and Nestor take a deep dive into the amazing-on-the-field current Orioles recapturing a long lost love of Baltimore baseball amongst citizens who haven't been to Camden Yards lately – but are slowly coming back downtown. What does it mean?
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the always changing Orioles bullpen depth and the ugly struggles of Cedric Mullins and Austin Hays in an outfield rotation that is youthful and earning performance now in a pennant race.
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Cate Paris of Accelerent joins Nestor to discuss her role in LSS Visionary of The Year fundraiser this week downtown
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the noticeable weight loss of Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson and the importance of a functioning offensive line for the reigning NFL MVP during OTAs in Owings Mills.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the appearance of Kyle Stowers, Orioles bats and outfield depth as offense leads the way in a five-game winning streak.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the whole of the Orioles pitching situation with Kremer and Means down and Bradish emerging during a week of winning baseball.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens OTAs and maturation of Kyle Hamilton as leader of a changing defense this offseason. @BaltimoreLuke
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John Martin of Maryland Lottery talks winners, numbers and sports wagering integrity with Nestor
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Luke Jones and Nestor reset the Orioles' Midwest roadtrip in Chicago after ugly sweep in St. Louis .
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Author Dan Schlossberg tells Nestor about the Hank Aaron he knew and writes about in Home Run King
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After yet another walk-off home run win, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the special magic and growth mindset brewing on a team when every night produces a different star for the first-place – and still not swept – Baltimore Orioles, who welcome the Seattle Mariners to Camden Yards this weekend.
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Leonard Raskin joins Nestor to talk election results and money in politics in America
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In their weekly education adventures of cannabis education and wellness, Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness gets a Move testimonial from Nestor for topical pain relief after his incredible miss on the Northern Lights adventure to Spokane last weekend. (This is the best true story he'll tell on the radio this year...or any year!)
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the bombast of the NFL schedule release and unfurl their thoughts on opening against the Super Bowl champion Kansas City City Chiefs on the road and the journey ahead with short rest and a late bye week.
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Frank Vespe of The Racing Biz walks Nestor through all of the changes coming for Maryland horse racing and the future of the Preakness at Pimlico via Laurel.
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Lifer horse racing handicapper and journalist Dick Jerardi returns to Baltimore to talk Preakness future and horse racing industry with Nestor
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Legendary horse racing trainer Bob Baffert returns to Baltimore and Pimlico with two horses and crack at ninth Preakness win. Baffert makes his annual stop on Nestor's show for an update on Muth and Imagination.
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A pleasure to spend time with visiting NBC Sports horse racing insider Kenny Rice, who discusses all aspects of Preakness 149 and where the industry is with Bob Baffert headed back to Baltimore trying to beat the Kentucky Derby champion Mystik Dan.
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The emergence of Jordan Westburg in the Orioles arsenal of young bats has become apparent. Now, what about the outfield problems and struggles of Cedric Mullins and the pending return of Austin Hays? Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the good problems of a first-place baseball team running through the raindrops.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the cold Birds bats against Blue Jays in a 3-2 Monday night loss as Adley Rutschman added homers and Kyle Stowers returns in a crowded and struggling outfield offense.
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Getting ready for the Crab Derby at Faidley's Seafood at Lexington Market
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Author and recovering baseball writer Tim Wendel talks Civil War, his new historical fiction book "Rebel Falls" and a ton of baseball history and no-hitter lore with Nestor as old friends reconvene and talk about writing stuff people want to read.
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The good professor of all things sports business and longtime MLB executive Marty Conway joins Nestor to discuss the quickly-changing and evolving Baltimore Orioles franchise of David Rubenstein and the many challenges ahead after the Splash of the honeymoon period and a great team on the field.
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With lots of baseball on the mind, John Martin of The Maryland Lottery talks about the latest Home Run Riches big grand slam money and the rules and ideology behind the new "Cash Pop" daily game and its simplicity.
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Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness talks new chews and magic of Orioles baseball
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Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the money, resources and intentions of David Rubenstein and his commitment to being involved with Orioles after a $1.7 purchase from the Angelos family. What will the next bold move be beyond the Splash Zone P.R.?
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After the usual baseball pleasantries and big flies and cash of Home Run Riches, Seth Elkin of The Maryland Lottery tells Nestor about the launch of a new, simple daily game called "Cash Pop."
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the poor look and luck of the hideous City Connect jerseys, the never-was Nats-Orioles rivalry and the pending David Rubenstein splash act on Friday night at Camden Yards.
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As the Baltimore Ravens welcome a new rookie class and another summer of high expectations, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the other AFC North foes and who is doing what and where in the NFL as hope abounds around the league.
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Our financial guy Leonard Raskin tells Nestor about why he wrote his new book on money and trust and the importance of taking care of your assets in a professional manner. It all starts with fiduciary responsibilities.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles sweep of Reds in Cinncinati and orange pitching prosperity
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Beating the Yankees is always a rare and beautiful sight for any Orioles fan to witness and behold. But, as Nestor Aparicio explained to Luke Jones, it's more fun whilst sitting over the New York dugout heckling Juan Soto, Aaron Judge and Anthony Rizzo every time they fail in another Orioles Magic beat down of the Bronx Bombers at Camden Yards with friends.
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Our oldest media pal Dick Jerardi joins Nestor to discuss Kentucky Derby fave Fierceness and the future of Preakness in Baltimore. Oh, and everything you ever wanted to know about the Beyer Speed Number. Get educated and caught up on the horse racing world as we run for the roses in Louisville on Saturday.
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In an industry that has been famously and dangerously slow to change, the future of the Maryland Jockey Club, Preakness, Pimlico and Laurel is about to change dramtically and forever. Nestor had a lot of questions – and historical perspective – for David Richardson and Alan Foreman, who try to answer all of the mystery surrounding the Stronach family, the local tracks and the future of the second crown of horse racing's Triple Crown at Old Hilltop in Baltimore.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles stacking wins against Yankees and Nasty Nestor
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Our old NFL draftnik and historian Dennis Koulatsos joins Nestor for an annual evaluation of the Ravens' draft class and needs heading into the spring.
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Thiru Vignarajah tells Nestor his path to finally becoming Mayor of Baltimore with another run this month
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The big bat of Gunnar Henderson, a solid effort by Grayson Rodriguez and a booted ball by Anthony Volpe added up to an Orioles victory to begin the Yankees series with a 2-0 win. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the week ahead and Means and Bradish returning
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Telling the history of Maryland horse racing and horseman with Alan Foreman and David Richardson
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Of course we know the Baltimore Ravens don't have to play this weekend. But what if they did? Luke Jones and Nestor assess the spring additions and subtractions and how the Ravens' draft picks will find playing time and opportunities in camp.
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Another week of big Orioles home runs and more big winners in the Home Run Riches Grand Slam giveaway this spring. John Martin of The Maryland Lottery tells Nestor about the magic of the fun of the newest games as spring gets us out and playing.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss how Ravens addressed offensive line needs in draft
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It's been a long time since we've anticipated an April home series like this one. The Orioles are reeling after losing their closer and a pair of bad beats at the hands of A's weekend. Next up: here come the New York Yankees! Nestor and Luke discuss...
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Maury Brown of Forbes talks MLB goals and Orioles realities in new world of digital and streaming beyond leaving the disaster of Angelos and the MASN debacle behind for Baltimore and Washington baseball.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Sunday afternoon injury to closer Craig Kimbrel and the evaporating Orioles bullpen as the New York Yankees come to Baltimore ready to compete for first place in the American League East.
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John Martin of Maryland Lottery tells Nestor about magic of Home Run Riches Grand Slam giveaways
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Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the power of money in local sports and hope of Orioles resurgence
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss WNST 25th Anniversary documentary and NFL Draft weekend
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Jackson Holliday going back to Norfolk
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Recovering sportswriter Susan Fornoff comes home to Baltimore to talk Oriole Magic, Athletics history and why it matters to fans to Oakland and beyond. And Nestor finally gets to tell some old newspaper tales of her legend and lore at The News American in the 1980s before that creep Dave Kingman showed who the real rats of Major League Baseball were to baseball beat writers.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Orioles returning from Anaheim to see the A's and Yankees at Camden Yards with the Heston Kjerstad promotion and the curious Rashod Bateman deal with the Ravens before NFL Draft. A big week of sports ahead in Baltimore.
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Author Jason Turbow gives Nestor an Oakland Athletics history lesson and discusses everything that went wrong over 50 years dating back to Charlie Finley and a book he wrote on the 1970s World Series champions draped in thrift and constant acrimony.
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Late in the night the Baltimore Ravens were quite excited about drafting Clemson cornerback Nate Wiggins with the 30th pick and now Luke Jones and Nestor await how general manager Eric DeCosta will address the offensive line and other needs this weekend via what has already been a wild NFL Draft.
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Kidney donor Michele Love tells Nestor her story of giving life and invites you to Sante for the National Kidney Foundation on May 8th at The Baltimore Museum of Industry.
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Andrew Levine of Baltimore Humane Society invites Nestor to Black Tie And Tails to benefit the beautiful creatures
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Our financial guru Leonard Raskin joins Nestor to discuss the energy around Baltimore Orioles baseball and what bringing folks back downtown again regularly can do for the city. Oh, and a good news humanity update on theatre etiquette from Notre Dame Prep, too!
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Bill Cole and Nestor discuss the reemergence of Orioles baseball in lives of many Baltimore folks
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Seth Elkin and Nestor discuss rash of Orioles homers benefiting Home Run Riches winners
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It's the biggest weekend of the year in the cannabis deals and discount world and Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness tells Nestor about what happens after the 420 holiday with a new and innovative rewards system available to adult-use customers in Maryland.
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Shannon Sneed tells Nestor importance of City Council President seat and goals of her campaign
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Suarez start, Mullins walkoff and reemergence of Cal Ripken to Orioles baseball
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Our Maryland Crab Cake Tour returned to Faidley's in the new Lexington Market with another extended chat with former Mayor Sheila Dixon, who tells Nestor why she wants to lead Baltimore again and ways that our city could improve.
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With John Means and Kyle Bradish throwing and potentially coming back to the Orioles starting rotation soon, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss what the latest setback for Tyler Wells means as the Birds' bats take center stage in battering Twins pitching at Camden Yards.
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Luke Jones and Nestor catch up on Ravens draft hopes at Faidley's downtown
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Musician Kyf Brewer of The Ravyns comes home to Baltimore to discuss his role in Nestor's new documentary, his amazing voice work, band history and the fun duo "Cavern Club" show with Rob Fahey set for Big Falls Inn in White Marsh on Friday night. We're still "Ravyn Maniacs" here!
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It took a little longer than we thought but the "new" Faidley's Seafood at Lexington Market is now open. We were thrilled to hear the story of the move and how Damye and Alicia packed the new location with everything you remember about the original space on Paca Street. Luke Jones and Nestor Aparicio broadcast live each Friday (2-5pm) that the Orioles are home this spring and summer.
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The high holiday of cannabis culture only comes once a year. Our Chief Cannabis Officer Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness joins Nestor to discuss the lure, lore and allure of the 420 holiday in a "Black Friday" world where everyone expects the biggest sale of the year.
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With the promotion of Jackson Holliday and the emergence of Colton Cowser and Jordan Westburg to go with the already-arrived Adley Rutschman and Gunnar Henderson, the Baltimore Orioles are loaded. It's the dawn of a new day of Orioles baseball. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the maturation of Orioles system and the solid start to season despite some obvious pitching deficiencies.
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Councilman Todd Crandell joins Joe Gold of Key Brewing at Costas Inn on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour to discuss the issues around life, work and transportation for everyone in Sparrows Point and Dundalk affected by the collapse of the Key Bridge.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss torrid bat of Colton Cowser and what it means for Hays and lineup
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If you want to know the real history of Baltimore baseball, you ask the folks who authored the story of Orioles Magic. Charles Steinberg comes back to Baltimore to hail Larry Lucchino and the real heroes of Camden Yards and saving the Orioles – and offers his best wisdom and native advice to new owner David Rubenstein from his Worcester Woo Sox seat at Polar Park.
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As the Maryland Crab Cake Tour gets back on the road for the spring, musician and lifer friend John Allen joins Nestor at Costas Inn in Dundalk to discuss Key Bridge memories, the legacy of Brian Jack and getting the music of Child's Play back on stage at Merriweather Post Pavilion on May 4th at the annual M3 Festival for local rockers.
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John Martin of Maryland Lottery tells unlikely tale of same person with two million dollar winners
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While we watch Steve Bisciotti's paid-for-by-the-citizens new shiny object get erected on the football stadium and await to hear the plan of David Rubenstein for Camden Yards, Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss aging stadia, big money, threats of moving sports franchises and civic donations to billionaires for sports teams that aren't happening in places like Kansas City, Phoenix, Oakland and Northern Virginia.
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Candidate Zac Blanchard tells Nestor why he's running for City Council 11th District in South Baltimore and ways to improve the neighborhood he calls home.
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Our old hockey pal and longtime Capitals insider Ed Frankovic catches up with Nestor after far too long to take a walk down Maryland memory lane with Baltimore sports and watching the Orioles try to regroup after 30 years of Angelos misery.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss a Baltimore Holliday at home with Orioles
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The decision to promote Jackson Holliday came at a curious time this week for many Orioles fans. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the debut and future of the new Number Seven here in Baltimore as the Birds continue to soar into the spring as a World Series contender with a burgeoning cast of young superstars
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Local author and longtime sports columnist John Eisenberg tells Nestor about unearthing the lost Orioles conversations and tapes of the heroes Birdland from his turn-of-the-century book on Memorial Stadium and the legendary tales of Brooks Robinson, Earl Weaver, Jim Palmer and everyone associated with Orioles Magic.
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Luke Jones and Nestor wrestle with Rhodes family history and Wrestlemania weekend in Philly with tales of The Rock, Vince and the way it used to be in 'rasslin.
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Luke Jones and Nestor celebrate the Holliday of Orioles decision to finally bring the best prospect in baseball to Baltimore
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Longtime MLB executive and Georgetown sports business professor Marty Conway discusses the road ahead for the Orioles new ownership in winning back Baltimore business in the same manner that his late mentor Larry Lucchino preached at the dawn of Camden Yards and zenith of Orioles Magic.
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With the recall of Jackson Holliday from Norfolk, it appears to be the first of many young players the Orioles will be needing to make room for in Baltimore or a decision about in the coming weeks as Heston Kjerstad, Kyle Stowers and others continue to destroy Triple A pitching at Norfolk to start the season.
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On the eve of another Masters, our Augusta insider and head PGA Pro at Pine Ridge Ed Miller, heads back to Butler Cabin and briefs Nestor on the big weekend of golf that will get you back on course to hitting the ball on a Classic Five local course here in Baltimore.
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After Nestor broke out a cocktail napkin and did the math on the $173 million price tag of the Baltimore Orioles in 1993 (that came with $45 million in cash) and the recent sale price of $1.7 billion to David Rubenstein (that comes with $600 million in free money from Maryland taxpayers), he wanted to confirm his Dundalk math with our financial advisor Leonard Raskin as to just how much money the Angelos family actually made while attempting to destroy the franchise for the fan base.
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Less than two weeks into the season, it's been a mixed bag for the Baltimore Orioles. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the disappointing Pittsburgh series and ways a better bullpen could support some frosty bats of the early Orioles campaign.
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It's been 18 years since local communication and public relations guru Greg Abel created the "We're Not Gonna Take It" video after Nestor Aparicio led "Free The Birds" to communicate some uncomfortable truths to Peter Angelos. That was September 2006. Now, with David Rubenstein taking over the helm of the Orioles franchise, what do we expect to be better for the fans – other than everything?
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We're watching the Orioles and Home Run Riches pulling for a grand slam every night but the big one continues to get bigger. John Martin of Maryland Lottery talks billions and millions for Maryland dreamers and some big local winners as well.
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Adding up the math of the first week of the "next chapter" of Orioles baseball, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss foul weather, unlikely stars and the Orioles Magic youth in Norfolk hitting the cover off the ball and banging on the walls of The Warehouse at Camden Yards. Mike Elias has good problems to begin the 2024 campaign.
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Luke Jones and Nestor talk Jordan Westburg, walkoffs and future of Orioles roster
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Longtime author and baseball historian Barry Bloom of Sportico provides some historic perspective what the new Orioles ownership could mean for Baltimore and Major League Baseball as David Rubenstein and Cal Ripken step forward to unleash of the potential of a franchise that is blooming on the field and about to blossom with fresh energy.
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Allen McCallum and Nestor discuss surviving the Angelos era of Baltimore Orioles ownership and hopes for a better day of local baseball with David Rubenstein.
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Royals broadcaster Jeff Montgomery helps Nestor unpack new Orioles ownership and modern MLB money
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After back-to-back gems from the hill to start the Orioles 2024 campaign, Luke Jones and Nestor rethink the starting rotation and the potential dominance and friendly competition between Burnes and Rodriguez as a season to dream begins.
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As we continue our education series in understanding adult use cannabis and the science of the plant, Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness discusses the various strengths and strains of locally produced flower at Far & Dotter in Timonium.
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Our resident Hall of Famer and a visionary of the original designs for Camden Yards comes home to discuss the loss of the Key Bridge, fond memories of Peter Angelos and the future of her hometown baby under the new ownership of David Rubenstein and with civic funding to make it awesome for Orioles fans. Janet Marie Smith joins Nestor to start the season with a home run conversation about the city we love.
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It's all so raw and so previously unfathomable – the collapse of the Key Bridge in the overnight. Leonard Raskin and Nestor the discuss the emotions, loss and economic impact for the Port of Baltimore and region as our state attempts to heal and rebuild as quickly as possible.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the takeover of the Orioles franchise by the ownership group of David Rubenstein and hope for the future of a better era for Baltimore baseball, downtown and the long-suffering fans in Birdland.
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Pinch us! The Angelos era is over at Camden Yards, Opening Day was packed and the Baltimore Orioles are contenders to win a World Series. Luke Jones and Nestor Aparicio discuss the most perfectly perfect Opening Day in Baltimore baseball history.
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The Executive Director of The Maryland John Martin of Maryland Lottery joins Nestor to discuss the start of the baseball season and the new bonus fun of the Home Run Riches Grand Slam for Orioles Opening Day and what happens when the bases are loaded.
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Wendy Bronfein and Nestor discuss the real Happy Eddie and a better night of sleep
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the absence of Jackson Holliday and the completion of Orioles' Opening Day roster in a season of massive changes, major hopes and a new owner who hopes to move Baltimore forward along with the baseball team.
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Debunking the local media myth: Peter Angelos did not "save" the Orioles for Baltimore...
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the NFL Owners Meetings and the Ravens' roster issues and spring needs in the NFL Draft from Florida as the rules change and the television money pours in.
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Thom Loverro of Washington Times tells Nestor about the cleansing of burgundy and gold football soul in DC on Sunday
Luke Jones and Nestor set stage for Orioles big weekend ahead with Rays at Camden Yards
It was a good thing this “fourth preseason game” that counts came against the lowly of the lowliest, where you’re not punished for your mistakes and miscues – but nobody looked or felt like a winner after this costly 25-9 victory over the Texans.
Chanda Brigance gives Nestor a Juice update and details for Soiree With O.J. on September 29
Luke Jones and Nestor get prepped for the new Lamar offense to drive against lowly Texans
Musician Nils Lofgren joins Nestor for a candid conversation about E Street life, work, politics and his new album Mountains
As the season is set to kick off, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss how the Ravens final cuts are just the beginning of a squishy roster that general manager Eric DeCosta always knows goes beyond the first 53 men up. @BaltimoreLuke #RavensFlock
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Nestor Aparicio discusses watching the start of Ravens season on television instead of being able to ask questions of the franchise like he's done for 26 years as a Baltimore sports journalist at NFL games. The truth is coming. Watch this space...
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A month to remember as Ravens kickoff and Orioles prep for postseason baseball. Luke Jones and Dennis Koulatsos prepare for September of Baltimore sports unlike any other.
John Martin of Maryland Lottery gets Nestor ready for football season and Ravens scratchoffs for Labor Day-
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens optimism and final cuts as Houston awaits in opener
Young survivor LaVon Prince Thomas tells Nestor why the music will be so good at Kidney Walk on September 10 at UMBC
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss loss of Felix Bautista and impact on Orioles postseason hopes
Former Hagerstown mayor Emily Keller tells Nestor why Moore tabbed her opioid chief for Maryland
Allen McCallum and Nestor enjoy a rare first place Orioles conversation after three decades of baseball friendship
New York Times writer Tyler Kepner tells Nestor about his visit with Orioles owner John Angelos and what he wants from Maryland tax payers
Allison and Steve Elliott put the local and family business into the spine of 25th Anniversary with Nestor at Drug City
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss injury to Marlon Humphrey and how Ravens will cope with loss
Luke Jones gives Dennis Koulatsos a training camp primer as Ravens camp rolls toward Houston opener
John Maroon and Andy Mueller join Nestor to discuss the beauty of Baltimore sports when Orioles and Ravens are winning
The legend of North Carroll Panthers baseball program and golf classic on October 5
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Celebrating 25 years in Hampstead with Carl Delmont and David Richardson at Greenmount Station
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Tom Pierce of Classic 5 Golf and Nestor discuss the history of Philadelphia and Baltimore sports rivalry at WNST 25th Anniversary
Sports cartoonist Ricig and Nestor sing show tunes with the legendary Calvin Statham at WNST 25th Anniversary at Costas Inn on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour.
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Baltimore County Executive Johnny O comes back to Drug City to celebate 25th Anniversary of WNST with Nestor
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Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the good and bad of the Angelos family Baltimore Orioles reign
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Stone Horses frontman John Allen joins Nestor to discuss Kix farewell and Child's Play roots
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Serendipity followed our WNST 25th Anniversary celebration as local sports cartoonist Ricig gifted a surprise visit and local musician Ed Lauer joined Nestor at Costas Inn for a winding discussion about a quarter of a century of lousy Orioles baseball, the Bob Irsay dummy and the dream for another orange parade in Baltimore.
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The "Free Kevin Brown" movement was quelled by the Angelos family and Team Bader at The Warehouse as the Orioles headed West after a bizarre homestand of news regarding MASN broadcasters, free speech and John Angelos demanding $300 million more than $600 million that our citizens are already gifting his baseball franchise. Luke Jones and Nestor take off the gloves on John Angelos and Kevin Brown and what it means for Orioles fans.
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Longtime local public relations insider John Maroon joins original WNST producer Andy Mueller at WNST at Drug City on the MD #CrabCakeTour to discuss a quarter of a century of changes in the Baltimore sports media landscape. And surviving Dan Snyder.
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Hot Rod Henry of Dangerously Delicious Pies serves Nestor and pal Bill Yerman some 25th Anniversary Pineapple Pie
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One down, two more to go! Our Ravens insider Luke Jones joins Nestor to discuss the return of J.K. Dobbins to the field and another step toward getting the new Todd Monken offense installed and Lamar Jackson throwing the football to these WRs
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Former Baltimore Sun editor Bob Nusgart tells Nestor why he gave him a sports journalism life in 1984 at The News American that became WNST
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It was a bizarre week for Orioles ownership, the MASN muzzle and the greed of John Angelos but that hasn't slowed down the team on the field on the West Coast. Luke Jones and Nestor recap a magical weekend of Orioles baseball in Seattle for Cedric Mullins and a look ahead to San Diego and Oakland.
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Bill Cole and Nestor catch up on a summer of Orioles baseball, MASN misery and kids going back to school
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Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss saving money for Orioles postseason tickets
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Tom Pierce of Classic 5 Golf joins Nestor to kickoff WNST 25th Anniversary with shotgun start from Costas Inn
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Nestor Aparicio joins Dennis Koulatsos regarding Free Kevin Brown and MASN media
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Seth Elkin of Maryland Lottery joins Nestor to discuss local winners in Mega Millions jackpot pool
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Luke Jones gets Dennis Koulatsos ready for fake football & Orioles going West with bullpen questions
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Early WNST Andy Mueller producer joins Nestor for 25th Anniversary memories of 1998 sports radio madness
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Baseball historian David Fletcher tells Nestor everything he did not know about Shoeless Joe Jackson and Black Sox scandal
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Broadcaster Kenny Albert tells Nestor that he is included in his new book of memoirs A Mic For All Seasons
Gina Schock of The GoGo's talks Dundalk, songwriting and singing along with playing Hall of Fame drums with Nestor
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Nestor Aparicio tells the audience at The Game in San Francisco about the legend of Angelos Orioles and media voices
John Martin of Maryland Lottery tells Nestor our state wins if we win billion dollar Mega Millions
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Luke Jones and Nestor recap Orioles magic of sweep over Mets and 1983 World Series Anniversary
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Nestor Aparicio and Dennis Koulatsos discuss confidence level in Orioles to make big moves to win
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Former Terp Shawne Merriman tells Nestor about his Lights Out MMA promotion and talks QBs in AFC
Rock Hall of Famer Gina Schock talks life back in Baltimore with Nestor on MD Crab Cake Tour
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Our financial insider and friend Leonard Raskin congratulates Nestor on 25 years of sports and business life at WNST Radio. It ain't easy running a business.
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As the founder and eater of Charm City Food Adventures, Doug Clayton eats a lot of crab cakes, too! Along with Marcella Knight at Koco's Pub, we made the case for Baltimore beyond the local delicacy on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour stop presented by The Maryland Lottery and Window Nation.
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Now that the MLB trading deadline is over, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss and assess the Orioles acquisition of a starting pitching the St. Louis Cardinals once viewed as an ace and what it means to the Baltimore rotation – and bullpen – for pennant run
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Nestor Aparicio tells Dennis Koulatsos why he's so proud of the past quarter of a century of serving truth and accuracy to Baltimore sports fans via the airwaves and internet. And why the Orioles and Ravens still matter so much to our community.
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Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss Orioles pitching and realities of a rare World Series run at Camden Yards
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the mind of Mike Elias and Orioles in hours before MLB trading deadline
Luke Jones and Nestor take a very temporary break from all of this pennant race baseball to get you ready for Ravens season. What is John Harbaugh really trying to accomplish over the next six weeks besides not getting anyone hurt?
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As the Mega Millions number soars, John Martin of the Maryland Lottery gets local with on the ways folks here are cashing million dollar checks even before the jackpot gets hit again.
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Luke Jones gets Dennis Koulatsos ready for Yankees visit and a steamy Ravens training camp kickoff
As the Maryland Crab Cake Tour made its way back into District 45, it was important to discuss crime, jobs and education with the State Senator and the urgency of the work being done in Annapolis to improve East Baltimore.
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As the MLB trading deadline looms and the Orioles continue to soar, Luke Jones and Nestor enjoy the rarified air of the Orioles first place perch with a stocked farm system and potential pitchers in focus as Mike Elias has an important week ahead.
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Gina Schock tells Nestor about the new House of Schock at The Beaumont on MD Crab Cake Tour
Luke Jones and Nestor wonder if Grayson Rodriguez will be enough and opine on pitching needs for pennant race
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Dave Sheinin and Ricig discuss state of Baltimore sports and when Ravens or Orioles might bring us a parade
You knew the Maryland Crab Cake Tour would find our way back to Koco's and a lifetime of friendship with Marcella Knight and her mother, who built this neighborhood institution on Harford Road in Lauraville back in 1985. Now, we get a Money shot with a Baltimore sports fan who found a job and a home with the customers and family around this great spot in our city 30 years ago.
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Because we're still trying to get to all 50 states, at some point "The Last Frontier" needs to be explored by all Americans intrigued by the frozen tundra. Our money insider Leonard Raskin took his family north in July and gives Nestor Northern Exposure
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Luke Jones and Nestor consider trading deadling and Orioles potential pursuit of Ohtani or others
Dave Sheinin and Ricig move beyond sports to discuss love of music on MD Crab Cake Tour at Koco's Pub
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For the first time since the summer of 2016 the Baltimore Orioles are in first place in the American League East. Luke Jones and Nestor celebrate that achievement and look ahead to Tampa Bay
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Senator Cory McCray tells Nestor about crab cakes and life in 45th District from Koco's Pub
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Forest Park Golf pro Richard Sheppard talks British Open, LIV and PGA merger and money and finding your local path to a Classic 5 Golf Course this summer here in Baltimore.
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Nestor Aparicio once again asks where John Angelos is hiding the lease demands as Orioles win games
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John Martin tells Nestor about million dollar winners in Maryland for Mega Millions as Powerball jackpot goes over a billion
Film producer Byron Motley tells Nestor about making of Negro Leagues documentary baseball film The League
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor look forward to the Orioles second half pennant race
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Watching Cal Ripken go back to Seattle and pining away for another All Star Game in Baltimore again, Bill Cole and Nestor wist hopeful and realistically in discussing the 30th Anniversary of the Camden Yards classic & future of downtown
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John Martin of Maryland Lottery joins Nestor to discuss enormous jackpots and summer winners
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Luke Jones tells Dennis Koulatsos some of Mike Elias grand plans as Orioles host winning baseball
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Seattle All Star Game and bringing the game back to Baltimore
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Bill Cole and Damye Hahn discuss local business and what goes into making your crab cake taste great
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Mike Rosenfeld and Nestor do a summer baseball session as Orioles turn for All Star Game
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Luke Jones and Nestor give All Star love to Austin Hays and look to Orioles second half pennant race needs
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor talk through Orioles July speed bump and four All Stars in Seattle
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Luke Jones and Nestor get set for All Star Game and Orioles praise for first half excellence
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Nestor Aparicio and Dennis Koulatsos discuss the new world of gambling on baseball and finding games
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Lexington Market CEO Paul Ruppert joins Damye Hahn at Faidley's to discuss new market and vendors and future
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Doug Lloyd of The Maryland Lottery joins Nestor to discuss second chance doubters and huge jackpots
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Nestor tells Dennis that seeing happy Reds fans in Baltimore is a sign of hope for Orioles fans
Tommy Conwell rumbles back to Nestor to talk Young Rumblers history and young life at the beach
Fisheries biologist Marty Gary tells Nestor about invasive catfish species and how it's eating our Chesapeake crabs
NFL agent Chad Wiestling educates Nestor and Chris on market for Josh Jacobs and all runnings backs
Spirits West owner Ric Kehoe talks softball, West Baltimore and the longest streets of rowhomes in America from Wilkens Avenue where he offers the legendary "Godfather" Italian cold cut but only if you get there early! The Maryland #CrabCakeTour rolls on!
Author John Miller reports back to Nestor with updates on his upcoming book on the life and mind of Orioles HOF manager Earl Weaver
Nestor Aparicio and Dennis Koulatsos discuss why Orioles stadium lease deal at Camden Yards is important
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss the summer magic of this Orioles surge and going (back) to Camden Yards again.
Football agent Chad Wiestling rocks and rolls through Baltimore music history on MD Crab Cake Tour at Spirits West
Bill Cole joins Nestor for a Faidley's crab cake and summer chat about Baltimore's future at Lexington Market
Seth Elkin of Maryland Lottery talks big jackpots and Home Run Riches big flys with Nestor for 4th weekend
Luke Jones gets serious about Orioles and Ravens bringing a parade to Baltimore with Dennis Koulatsos
Weis Markets manager Bill Volz joins Nestor to invite all of Baltimore to Dundalk for Heritage Fair weekend
Nestor Aparicio tells Dennis Koulatsos why a long-term Orioles lease is so important for Camden Yards and Baltimore
Former Orioles reliever Gregg Olson compares Why Not 1989 era to current youthful Orioles winning ways
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss arrival of Jordan Westburg and what it means for Orioles lineup and offense
Bill Cole and Nestor discuss the Orioles lease situation and value of sports franchise to Baltimore
John Martin of The Maryland Lottery tells Nestor about the jackpots growing and winners winning all summer long during the 50th Anniversary celebration. @MDLottery
Longtime baseball PR man Rick Vaughan tells Nestor the real Orioles Way and how franchise was built in the community
Television producer Arthur Smith tells Nestor to Reach in his new book on his life in sports and reality TV.
The strange and mysterious absence of Baltimore Ravens running back J.K. Dobbins last week in Owings Mills overshadowed a lot of the work the men of John Harbaugh were putting in on the field. Luke Jones and Nestor try to make sense of it.
Seth Elkin of Maryland Lottery discusses sports wagering money for state education fund with Nestor
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss Gunnar Henderson as a reason to come back to Camden Yards
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss emergence of Gunnar Henderson and impact on Orioles offense
John Feinstein joins Nestor to discuss the mess and disgrace of the PGA going into partnership with Saudi government
Will Graves of AP Pittsburgh talks Steelers and state of baseball in The Burgh with Nestor
Luke Jones and Nestor react to Orioles sweep over Royals and momentum building for pennant race
John Martin of The Maryland Lottery and Nestor discuss summer scratchoffs and playing to win
Leonard Raskin and Nestor go golfing for the kids at Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital with Mike Bordick
Now that general manager Eric DeCosta has had a very full offseason with The Lamarathon, OBJ and the NFL draft, Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor give a full assessment of Ravens summer hopes for Super Bowl appearance in Las Vegas next February.
There are plenty of toys in the new passing attack of Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore but how will Todd Monken utilize the skills of J.K. Dobbins and Mark Andrews
Luke Jones and Nestor take a deep dive on Todd Monken and new Ravens offense in Owings Mills
Bill Cole and Nestor discuss the rules and engagement of Orioles baseball as pennant fever comes to Baltimore
Eric Fisher of Front Office Sports discusses MLB problems, Orioles torrid start and how we watch the games
What are the real option of Mike Elias as the bullpen continues to carry the extra weight of short starts and tight games? Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Orioles roadtrip and the pitching depth problems and remedies.
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss Orioles moving above fold in Baltimore consciousness during Ravens offseason
Longtime baseball writer Barry Bloom discusses the pending disaster with the Oakland Athletics' hasty departure to Las Vegas, the MLB rule changes unintended consequences and the Orioles great start amidst the financial realities of the AL East.
Luke Jones and Nestor debate City Connect Baltimore Orioles jerseys and prep for Ravens OTAs in Owings Mills
As the Orioles pick up the pieces from bad news on Grayson Rodriguez and the return of John Means, our Camden Yards insider Luke Jones examines the obvious pitching deficiencies and how general manager Mike Elias might react this summer.
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss Orioles hitting headwinds as June heats up a real Baltimore pennant race
Sports media executive David Katz comes home to Baltimore to find a different Orioles team and Ravens stability
Lou Petrucci takes Nestor on a tour of the award-winning The Local in Fallston and gets a crab cake at the hands of the Restaurant Association of Maryland "Chef Of The Year" in Harford County.
Prolific author and recovering sportswriter Will Leitch tells Nestor about his new book "The Time Has Come" and talks sports like a grown up even though he knows the truth behind the fiction.
Mike Rosenfeld joins Nestor to discuss the power of local networking and Orioles baseball. And the old-fashioned stuff like when strangers met at a game and became friends.
Legendary Fancy Clancy Haskett tells Nestor about every beer he's poured since 1974 at Orioles games
Now through August 31st, teens between the ages of 14-19 can work out for free all summer long and PF is giving away $200,000 to high schools and students! Let Josh Gerber of Planet Fitness tell you about a summer of unlimited opportunity for young folks to work out and make it the best summer ever.
Business travel pro Jay Ellenby catches up with Nestor 30 years after running his first Orioles roadtrip to Fort Lauderdale and tells all he remembers about the Nasty Naked Run passing Safe Harbors Travel on South Street downtown in 1996
Seth Elkin of The Maryland Lottery talks 50 years of nostalgia and giving away big bucks
Nestor Aparicio tells Dennis Koulatsos he loves the heartbeat of Baltimore when Orioles are winning
After having a fun experience at Preakness 148, Nestor Aparicio gives Dennis Koulatsos a Pimlico refresher course and why it's a fun day to participate in a Maryland tradition of sports and culture.
Staying in line and learning about barre with former Ravens Pro Bowl cheerleader Angel Windsor at The Local in Fallston
Our financial guy Leonard Raskin went back to the ballpark and Nestor went to the Preakness. They compare notes on a busy month of local sports in Baltimore as the Orioles' success lures folks back downtown.
Marty Conway and Nestor reconnect on the magic of (winning) Orioles baseball to bring Marylanders back downtown
We've been waiting a long time for baseball of this caliber. Luke Jones and Nestor sweep away the Toronto Blue Jays north of the border and prepare for a spring fling in The Bronx as the Yankees are next up for the surging Baltimore Orioles.
Luke Jones and Nestor exhale and await Baltimore Ravens OTAs and the Lamar playoff watch in May
After spending a day online trying to fetch Taylor Swift tickets from the Ticketmaster mafia, our Bill Cole shakes off the bad blood after an evening in Philadelphia and fills in the blank spaces of 100,000 girls singing "You Belong With Me" @coleroofing
Luke Jones joins Dennis Koulatsos to discuss the improvements and changes he's seen with the out-of-the-box success of the 2023 Baltimore Orioles.
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor get back on the field and reasons Orioles are bringing Baltimore back to Camden Yards
Local DJ Josh Levine joins Nestor for a crab cake and party music chat about Baltimore sports history
Always great to have a visit from our longtime public relations czar Chris Pika (aka @BlogAndTackle) who joins Nestor on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour at State Fare to discuss his recent XFL stint in Seattle and Dallas and what he's still learning about media, startup football leagues and the people who play the games.
Seth Elkin of The Maryland Lottery tells the backstory of Ryan Mountcastle big 50K home run against Angels
Frank Vespe of The Racing Biz brings realities of Preakness and horse racing industry to light with Nestor
Our horse racing savant Dick Jerardi brings Preakness history and future into light with Nestor
Kurt Neumann of Bodeans answers every fan boy question Nestor can muster before Ramshead Annapolis gig
Just six weeks into another MLB and it's very apparent that the changes in Major League Baseball have made for a better game for fans and viewers. Nestor Aparicio and Dennis Koulatsos discuss how MLB improved its game and how the Orioles picked a great time to start playing winning baseball.
Richard Sheppard joins Nestor from the greens at Forest Park to discuss getting kids into the game and previews PGA Championship
With Shohei Ohtani in town and the Orioles surging, Leonard Raskin and Nestor discussing who is going back to the Camden Yards to see real pennant race baseball and when and why.
Glen McFaul and Terry Cook welcome Nestor to McFaul's Oyster & Reel on the water in Essex or is it Middle River
Mike Rosenfeld of Web Connection discusses the once lost passion for Orioles baseball coming back to town
Longtime horse racing writer Marty McGee comes home to Baltimore to talk Preakness and state of industry as the second leg of the Triple Crown comes back to Pimlico with just one Kentucky Derby entrant – the winner Mage.
CFG Bank CEO and President Bill Wiedel talks music, future of downtown and the Arena backstory with Nestor
Pete Caringi tells Nestor every Highlandtown soccer story he's never heard from playground to World Cup legends
Luke Jones and Nestor settle in for a real Ravens spring training camp schedule now that Lamar is under contract
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Camden Yards filling up and Ohtani coming to play baseball
Our longtime Orioles reporter Luke Jones has watched a lot of bad baseball at Camden Yards, waiting for this kind of run. As he said to Dennis Koulatsos: "How can you not love this team?"
Seth Elkin of Maryland Lottery joins Nestor to discuss Home Run Riches and Pirates and Orioles angst
A real Ravens schedule and an orange spring blossoming in May. Luke Jones and Nestor roll out Ravens schedule and discuss Orioles and Pirates weekend
After two years of questioning whether not having an agent would hurt his long-term financial success, Lamar Jackson won the battle with Steve Bisciotti and the Baltimore Ravens by negotiating the largest contract and biggest signing bonus in NFL history. Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the long game of Lamar Jackson's agent.
Journalist Chris Cillizza discusses the convergence of Presidents, politics and sports in American history with Nestor and the stories behind his new book: "Power Players: Sports, Politics and the American Presidency."
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss the reality of the Baltimore Ravens as a Super Bowl contender
Local restaurant owner Glen McFaul tells Nestor about his grandfather Orioles legend Ernie Tyler and connection to @IronHorseTavern on Cromwell Bridge Road & new McFaul's Oyster & Reel on the Middle River deep in the heart of Essex.
Olympic champion Allyson Felix gets down to business with Nestor and National Small Business Day
Legendary UMBC soccer coach Pete Caringi tells Nestor about why he left and what he plans to do now
Luke Jones and Nestor react to words of Lamar Jackson after signing largest contract in NFL history
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the magic of Orioles baseball coming home with a contender this week
Local entrepreneur and Brittle Queen Natasha Brown-Wainwright talks about her confections and saving lives in advance of the annual Sante Night out at Museum of Industry for National Kidney Foundation on Wednesday, May 10.
John Martin of The Maryland Lottery tells Nestor that Orioles pace of HRs will soon trigger a $50K home run for a lucky winner
Mara Householder of Captain Larry's shares a crab cake and tells Nestor about the history of her family's South Baltimore pub
Baltimore Sun editorial writer Peter Jensen discusses importance and future of journalism with Nestor
Dick Jerardi of BetOnline comes home to Baltimore to preview Kentucky Derby and Forte with Nestor
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the temporary peace that comes after Lamar Jackson gets paid
Damye Hahn of Faidley's joins Ron Legler to discuss new Lexington Market and emerging downtown comeback
Alicia from Faidley's invites Nestor to be a jockey in the Preakness Crab Race at Lexington Market
Baltimore City Comptroller Bill Henry talks about how getting more people downtown helps all things about the future of Charm City with Nestor at Faidley's in Lexington Market on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour.
Essex attorney and recovering politician Todd Schuler joins Nestor at Captain Larry's in Federal Hill on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour to discuss his passion for horse racing, the Kenturky Derby and his weird Cajun spin on Preakness Saturday at his place.
Dennis Koulatsos joins Nestor to discuss 260 million reasons Lamar Jackson and Ravens kissed and made up
Local realtor Shannon Toback joins Nestor on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour at Captain Larry's in Federal Hill to renew their radio friendship and to discuss travel, hospitality and hiking the rugged mountains of Patagonia.
Luke Jones and Nestor recap Ravens draft weekend and look ahead life after The Lamarathon
Local Baltimore tour expert Chris Riehl joins Nestor on MD Crab Cake Tour to discuss what makes Charm City great
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the torrid pace of the surging and greatly improved Baltimore Orioles
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles and Ravens confluence of relevance during NFL Draft weekend
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens first round pick of Boston College wide receiver Zay Flowers
Luke Jones and Nestor react and opine on historic contract between Ravens and Lamar Jackson
Karen Burkhardt of Chespeake Feline Association brings the love of kittens and cats to Nestor at Pappas in Bel Air
Natalie Conley of Stay In Line Barre fitness studio schools Nestor on the new dance craze
Former Harford County Executive Barry Glassman updates Nestor on Annapolis legislature and recreation cannabis changes coming July 1
Nestor Aparicio & @DennisKoulatsos discuss the newest toy in the offense of new coordinator Todd Monken and how Odell Beckham Jr. has taken the spotlight off Lamar Jackson, if only for a minute. But is it really one less need on draft night
Luke Jones and Nestor regroup on spotty Orioles pitching and big bats as Nats are next up
Mickey Cucchiella joins Nestor in his Harford County homeland at Pappas to discuss Lamar, comedy and Baltimore radio
John Martin and Nestor discuss the Home Run Riches promotion with The Maryland Lottery and the Orioles recent homer binge turning fans into winners.
Luke Jones and Nestor bring praise for Adley and questions for OBJ as Orioles and Ravens share spring spotlight
Luke Jones and Nestor talk Homer Hose and Grayson Rodriguez as Orioles season blooms in Baltimore
Childhood friend Gigi Causey zumbas onto Crab Cake Tour in Dundalk to bring Nestor to dance floor and real estate realties
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss merits of OBJ signing and whether it makes Ravens a Super Bowl contender
New UMBC soccer coach Anthony Adams comes back to Dundalk to talk Retriever Fever with Nestor at Costas Inn
Ed Miller of Classic 5 Golf tells Nestor about his weekend with Rahm and the azaleas at Masters in Augusta
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss if OBJ opens door for a peaceful Lamar return to Ravens?
Luke Jones and Nestor react to the inspiration or desperation of signing Odell Beckham Jr. for big money
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss how the pitch clock and lack of shifts and pickoffs have had wildly entertaining consequences
John Martin and Nestor convene for 50th Anniversary of Maryland Lottery with Pete at Costas Inn
Luke Jones offers Dennis Koulatsos some insights into Liars Luncheon and no questions about Lamar Jackson
Nestor Aparicio tells Dennis Koulatsos how Ravens PR antics illustrate open bullying of local media
Nestor Aparicio sounds off with Luke Jones on the cowardice of Ravens PR and intimidating media who ask questions about Lamar Jackson
Bill Cole and Nestor discuss the long road to CFG Bank Arena and competitive Orioles baseball for downtown
The first days of a long Orioles season of hope. Luke Jones and Nestor prepare for Opening Day against Yankees and discuss the big league debut of pitching prospect Grayson Rodriguez in Texas. @BaltimoreLuke
Former Terp Shawne Merriman joins Nestor to discuss Lights Out MMA promotion and improving days and NIL at College Park
Luke Jones and Nestor grapple with a lifetime of WrestleMania memories and the boss tells the story of how the former WCW Nitro Girl and Miss Hancock was a turn-of-the-century intern at the all new WNST-AM 1570 when she was a Baltimore Ravens cheerleader.
New York Post sports columnist Mike Vaccaro discusses modern Gotham Yankees and holding power accountable
Longtime journalist and former Terps gymnast Bonnie Bernstein joins Nestor to discuss the inspiration behind hew new sports leadership podcast and the powerful women who have used their sports experiences to build teams of influence in the business world after their playing days.
Leonard Raskin and Nestor follow the spring American dream and baseball back on the field
Luke Jones and Nestor continue to wait for Ravens purple smoke to clear as NFL Draft approaches
Ed Miller of Classic 5 Golf and Mount Pleasant previews the course and field at Augusta for Masters
Mike Rosenfeld of Web Connection joins Nestor to discuss the neverending Lamarathon drama
Seth Elkin and Nestor discuss the neighborhoods that have powered The Maryland Lottery for 50 years
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the early days of Orioles baseball and start of season with hope
Nestor Aparicio ponders how the relationship of Ravens head coach John Harbaugh and Lamar Jackson could ever be repaired after the trade drop act of war on the organization and trade demands of the former MVP quarterback.
Former Ravens center Mike Flynn joins Nestor to discuss locker room harmony when the stars part
In the aftermath of John Harbaugh's bizarre press conference and the Lamar Jackson "I asked for a trade on March 2nd" news drop, Nestor Aparicio was invited onto Sirius Mad Dog Radio and gets grilled by J.T. The Brick about what comes next for the Ravens in the broken relationship between the franchise and its franchise quarterback.
While all eyes have been on Lamar Jackson and his search for a guaranteed contract, Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta and the organization have been hamstrung by all of the uncertainty. Luke Jones and Nestor bring The Lamarathon into focus as the Ravens offseason has been hijacked by quarterback negotiations and salary cap implications of the non-exclusive franchise tag.
Luke Jones is pinned down on WrestleMania history and Lamar Jackson by Dennis Koulatsos
Luke Jones and Nestor recap a glorious Opening Day for Adley Rutschman and Orioles at Fenway Park. And then owner John Angelos started the year on FM radio with more lies, deflections and bile for the fan base he's somehow trying to re-engage in Baltimore. The more things change...
Luke Jones and Dennis Koulatsos discuss realities of the few QB seats left for Lamar Jackson in NFL
As Opening Day looms, our longtime Orioles insider Luke Jones gets Nestor pumped for Opening Day and a real Orioles season of hope and questions. First up, the new rules and new schedule format and how it might help the Birds' chances of getting to October baseball.
Seth Elkin of Maryland Lottery tells Nestor about 50th Anniversary partners like Costas Inn that have been there from start
After hijacking the Coaches Breakfast press conference with John Harbaugh and the national media with a tweet outing his March 2 trade request, we wonder what happens next for the Ravens' disgruntled former MVP quarterback. Luke Jones and Nestor answer the Lamar Jackson mandate for the Baltimore Ravens and opine on the few possibilities for peace and prosperity in this broken relationship.
Nestor Aparicio tells Dennis Koulatsos discuss Ken Francis and NFL memo re: Lamar Jackson representation
JT The Brick tells Nestor that he believes Lamar Jackson will end up with Miami Dolphins
Mike Tanier of Football Outsiders takes Nestor inside NFL Draft and Lamar Jackson considerations of other teams
Leigh Steinberg joins Nestor to continue the debate about the value of a sports agent to a player like Lamar Jackson @leighsteinberg #RavensFlock
Author John Rosengren takes Nestor back to baseball in 1973 with his new book on a special season
Longtime sports columnist and insider Bob Kravitz joins Nestor from Indianapolis where Jim Irsay might be one of the remaining owners to covet the Ravens former MVP quarterback.
John Ourand of Sports Business Journal talks crab cakes and the future of sports media with Nestor
Dick Jerardi joins Nestor to discuss Happy Valley, Terps season, Big 10 hoops and Kentucky Derby hopefuls
Aaron Schatz of Football Outsiders gives Nestor his DVOA on Lamar Jackson and the value of his QB play
Maury Brown of Forbes talks the new rules of baseball and Orioles summer hopes with Nestor
Luke Jones and Nestor lament the fatigue of Lamar Jackson contract talk as NFL bidders appear reluctant
Luke Jones takes a deep dive with Dennis Koulatsos on what might be next for Lamar Jackson and the Ravens in this mysterious contract tug-of-war as the non-exclusive franchise tag sits on the former MVP quarterback who refuses to hire a professional agent.
Nestor Aparicio sounds off with Dennis Koulatsos on NFL free agency, new cars and old quarterbacks
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the joys of college sports on Big 10 campuses that aren't just about basketball in March
Local NFL agent Chad Wiestling helps Nestor understand the nuances of what an agent could do for Lamar Jackson
Author Kate Fagan takes Nestor on a women's basketball journey of history and inspiration her new book Hoop Muses
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss the highest bidder and what will go into the process of bidding – and paying – for Lamar Jackson and why the Ravens' stance looks better every day as other NFL teams find quarterbacks to fill chairs in free agency.
John Martin of Maryland Lottery joins Nestor to discuss March Madness and more mobile sports wagering news
Luke Jones and Nestor ramp up for Orioles season and discuss World Baseball Classic and grapefruit hopes
Luke Jones and Nestor tamper into free agency with Lamar Jackson updates and observations
Turron Davenport of ESPN in Nashville comes home to talk Ravens and Lamar and Titans and King Henry
Our financial advisor Leonard Raskin joins Nestor to discuss where Lamar Jackson goes now that the rest of the NFL can take their best shot at making him their franchise quarterback. Are the phone lines burning up?
Longtime and legendary music teacher Calvin Statham schools Nestor on the love of children along with his Holabird Junior High classmate Dr. Ingrid Kohlstadt, who brought out the love for their teacher. Mr. Statham invested in every one of "his children" for five decades at Holabird and Pikesville and beyond.
During the season, Nestor Aparicio and Dennis Koulatsos held a weekly referendum on where the quarterback and the franchise were on the happiness and success scale. It's been a long road of mistrust and callouses and bruised feelings in the Lamar Jackson contract battle with Eric DeCosta and the Baltimore Ravens. A deep dive here.
Luke Jones and Nestor get ready to watch Terps and Mountaineers on Thursday at Hollywood Barstool Sports Perryville
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss their mutual shock if Ravens were to retain Lamar Jackson
The King of Dundalk music Calvin Statham tells Nestor how he wound up at Holabird in 1960s
In the hours after the announcement of his non-exclusive franchise tag, many NFL teams feigned their disinterest in the Ravens starting quarterback. Luke Jones and Nestor Aparicio have very different opinions about the options and choices that will be available to Lamar Jackson in the coming days and weeks leading up to the NFL Draft and beyond.
Nestor brings Maryland Cake Tour Back to Dundalk and Drug City talking whiskey, wine and The Fountain
Bryan Pugh joins Nestor to discuss Brain Injury Awareness Month and how you can help victims
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the franchise tag on Lamar Jackson and what the market will be
Award-winning author Julie Otsuka discusses the themes for her upcoming "Displacement and Belonging" speech for the Loyola Humanities Symposium on March 16 along with her family's background in Internment Camps in California during World War II and how her book wound up on a school system's banned list.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss words of Rashod Bateman and wide receivers of Eric DeCosta
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss cars, Lamar and how high the bar is for Terps in March
Luke Jones and Nestor interpret words of Harbaugh and DeCosta statements at Indy Combine
Luke Jones and Nestor celebrate the College Park energy as Terps and Willard hit March tournament ready
Luke Jones and Nestor go marching into free agency and the franchise tag designation to see where this standoff will go between Eric DeCosta and the Ravens organization as the window tightens.
Mike Silver and William "Refrigerator" Perry talk with Nestor at 2003 San Diego Radio Row
Our financial insider Leonard Raskin joins Nestor to discuss memories of The Bullies of Baltimore and going to The Big Game – just once, or maybe twice?
At the 2003 Super Bowl XXXVII in San Diego legendary attorney Johnnie Cochran joined Nestor on Radio Row to discuss the first year of the NFL Rooney Rule
Hall of Fame wide receiver Michael Irvin joins Nestor at Super Bowl XXXVII in San Diego
Kate Airey of Maryland Lottery talks about 50 years of games and colors and Wishbone memories with Nestor
Sometimes our Super Bowl Radio Row set gets a little overwhelmed with spontaneity and old friends. This 2018 chat in Minneapolis began with Ron Jaworski talking about the Eagles on the verge of winning their first Super Bowl as our partner Coach Billick and then Hall of Famer Tim Brown joined this epic conversation from the Mall of America.
Luke Jones and Nestor evaluate words and deeds of John Angelos and Baltimore Orioles offseason
Tony Boselli talks with Nestor and Luke on Radio Row ahead of Super Bowl LII in Minnesota
Montell Williams comes home to Baltimore via Radio Row to chat with Nestor in Miami ahead of Super Bowl LIV.
Luke Jones and Nestor tackle the hard knocks of the Bullies of Baltimore and Ravens Super Bowl memories
Luke Jones promises Dennis Koulatsos that John Harbaugh will find a new Ravens offensive coordinator sometime before spring
Hall of Famer Rod Carew tells story of Konrad Reuland to Nestor on Radio Row at Super Bowl 52
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss The Bullies of Baltimore and toast Super Bowl XXXV glory two decades later
John Martin of Maryland Lottery tells Nestor how far we've come since last year's Super Bowl on sports wagering in our state and how we got to bring "Las Vegas" for The Big Game to the palm of your hand for the first time this week.
Hall of Famer Orlando Pace joins Nestor and Luke on Radio Row in Minnesota for Super Bowl 52
Hall of Famer Derrick Brooks sits down with Nestor and Luke at Super Bowl LI in Houston
Super Bowl champion Tyrod Taylor catches up with Nestor and Luke on Radio Row in San Francisco
Local journalist Ron Cassie of Baltimore Magazine joins Nestor to discuss the charms of Baltimore on MD Crab Cake Tour
Ravens Super Bowl 47 center Matt Birk and receiver Torrey Smith join Nestor and Luke from Houston
Rod Woodson and Mike Haynes go corner to corner with Nestor and Luke from Super Bowl 52
Brandon Williams discusses what makes Baltimore special with Nestor and Luke on Radio Row
Retired Baltimore center Matt Birk and former Army Green Beret Art Pue chat with Luke Jones on Radio Row in Minneapolis
Former Ravens Bryant McKinnie and Wally Williams join Nestor and Luke on Radio Row in Minnesota Super Bowl 52
Sam Sessa and Jimi Haha tell Nestor about bringing the kids together in Annapolis to see Jimmie's Chicken Shack
Longtime sports PR man Chip Namias shares some Love Ya Blue magic and memories with Nestor
Dennis Curtin and Nestor discuss Weis snacks and strategies for Super Bowl weekend and stocking the party
Ron Cassie tells Nestor about Baltimore Magazine gathering of local legends and trailblazers
Longtime sports exec and Baltimorean David Katz gives Nestor his Lamar Jackson timeline
Allen McCallum and Nestor Aparicio convene three decades later looking for what the Angelos family has done for Orioles fans
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss why they believe Lamar Jackson and Ravens will part ways before September
John Martin of Maryland Lottery discusses kickoff of 50th Anniversary celebration and tales of the beginning
Luke Jones and Nestor assess Ravens circumstances and options with Lamar Jackson this offseason
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the outburst, deflection and lies of John Angelos and Orioles offseason
Visionary Rebecca Hoffberger shares her vision for the future of Baltimore prosperity with Nestor
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss fans understanding the business of football and money of Lamar
Mike Rosenfeld takes Nestor on amazing journey through the power of Artificial Intelligence
Comedian Tommy Davidson talks smooth jazz and the living color of comedy and Maryland roots
Thom Loverro of The Washington Times joins Nestor to discuss the angry words of John Angelos
Luke Jones and Nestor assess Ravens circumstances and options with Lamar Jackson this offseason
Luke Jones and Nestor assess the wreckage of the Buffalo Bills and who is going to Super Bowl LVII in Glendale? Great AFC and NFC Championship Games ahead on Sunday.
Luke Jones prepares Dennis Koulatsos for all that happens for Ravens after Greg Roman era
John Martin of Maryland Lottery tells Nestor about aftermath of hitting the big one in Mega Millions
Nestor Aparicio breaks out his purple crystal ball to discuss Ravens tumultuous offseason ahead with Dennis Koulatsos
Telling the G&A Restaurant family story from Highlandtown to White Marsh with Andy Farantos
Leonard Raskin and Nestor lament the end of Ravens season and wonder what is ahead for Lamar Jackson
Longtime WJZ reporter Mike Schuh tells Nestor about his storytelling gig that has shown him the Northern Lights
Our Honeygo Weis Markets manager Nick Fischer returns with an eggceptional offer and more local history
Luke Jones and Nestor pick up the pieces of another lost Ravens season with Lamar Jackson
Luke Jones and Nestor clean out the lockers of Ravens and wonder about future of Lamar and franchise
John Martin of Maryland Lottery gives Nestor details on the almost historic Mega Millions jackpot
Luke Jones and Nestor get Ravens fans ready for life without Lamar Jackson on Sunday in Cincinnati
Jason Cole of Outkick joins Nestor to discuss all things Lamar Jackson, contract, health and future with Baltimore Ravens
Paul Dehner of The Athletic tells Nestor how Joe Burrow has changed reality and expectations in Cincinnati
Chris Pika of Blog And Tackle joins Nestor to discuss NFL managing crisis and Ravens handling Lamar Jackson and playoffs
Luke Jones and Nestor take a look at the entire NFL playoff brackets and go down the playoff road for the Ravens path to Super Bowl LVII in Arizona.
Solomon Wilcots tells Nestor about The Jungle waiting for Ravens in playoff mad Cincinnati on Sunday night
Quintin Dailey of Planet Fitness gets Nestor motivated for a new year of health and wellness locally
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss Ravens world waiting on Lamar Jackson to save January
Luke Jones and Nestor fantasize a Lamar comeback and how to beat Bengals on Sunday night
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss playoff mystery week around Lamar Jackson and beating Bengals in Cincinnati
Luke Jones tells Dennis Koulatsos realities of Ravens situation headed to Cincinnati before playoffs
Pam Wood of The Baltimore Banner tells Nestor what she knows about Ravens stadium lease and Orioles future
John Martin of Maryland Lottery welcomes New Year with new games and 50th Anniversary mojo
Mike Rosenfeld of Web Connection joins Nestor to discuss business and risks of NFL as Ravens prep for playoffs
Bill Cole joins Nestor to discuss NFL leadership in crisis and how far Ravens go with Lamar
Longtime stadium and civic money observer Neil deMause of Field of Schemes joins Nestor to discuss the realities of $600M of free money for Steve Bisciotti
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor search for solutions after Ravens latest meltdown in Jacksonville
Hannah Gratti of Weis Markets tells Nestor about Tuesday Day of Giving and ways to donate locally
Listen to Nestor's #ColumnNes postgame on Jaguars loss: Just a bad beat or a red (zone) sign of things to come?
Luke Jones and Nestor identify the offensive issues with Ravens offense in Jacksonville loss
The Kolareks and Mike Bordick tell Nestor how the game of baseball is about to change again in 2023
Josh Kurtz of Maryland Matters joins Nestor for a discussion about where The Free State goes under Democratic control and Wes Moore
Author Dave Hyde joins Nestor to discuss the swagger of new book with NFL head coach Jimmy Johnson
David Steele continues MD Crab Cake Tour chat with Nestor about NFL, race and future of Lamar Jackson
Angelo Rodriguez of Pappas Restaurant tells Nestor about 50 years of crab cakes and new Bel Air spot
Charean Williams of Pro Football Talk joins Nestor for NFL playoff forecast and league issues
John Martin and Nestor welcome Maryland to the world of mobile sports wagering and tell the story of how it happened
Comparing Jacksonville and Baltimore as NFL franchises and cities three decades after expansion and the Tagliabue museum
Author David Steele joins Nestor for a review of sports journalism and activism in America
Baltimorean Sam Kouvaris joins Nestor from Jacksonville with preview of Jaguars and Trevor Lawrence
Longtime WJZ Sports Guy John Buren goes up TV Hill and down memory lane beyond the alley
Luke Jones and Nestor tip caps to new and improved Ravens defense after victory over Carolina Panthers
Leonard Raskin joins Nestor to discuss Terps and Ravens doubleheader weekend for fall football
Bill Cole and Nestor discuss the power and future of solar energy and whether now is the time
John Martin of The Maryland Lottery updates Nestor on the realities of mobile sports wagering
Attorney and sports law expert Daniel Wallach lays out the NFL case against Daniel Snyder and how Washington gets new ownership
Luke Jones and Nestor look to Ravens defense and good health for second half prosperity
Aaron Tomarchio of Tradepoint Atlantic joins Nestor and John Allen to discuss Dundalk work history and future
Christina Pelletier of Weis Markets joins Nestor to discuss National Diabetes Awareness Month and how to manage blood sugar
Leonard Raskin joins Nestor to the discuss confluence of a purple bye week, voting in Maryland and around the country and the Ravens playoff hopes with a 6-3 record.
Musician Ron West of The Cultivated reunites with Nestor at Drug City to discuss the days of music and Ridgemont High
Soccer author Joshua Robinson tells Nestor about his book on Messi and Ronaldo and how this World Cup will be different
Luke Jones and Nestor pay respect to emerging Ravens defense after dominant win over Saints in New Orleans
Author Jeff Pearlman rocks Nestor with life of Bo Jackson and what USFL and America have in common
Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Gina Schock of The Go-Go's and John Allen of Stone Horses school Nestor on Dundalk rock
David Richardson of Greenmount Bowl tells Nestor about the new betPARX sports wagering opening in Hampstead
Super agent Leigh Steinberg tells Nestor why he doesn't represent himself and gives primer on NFL QB contracts
John Martin of Maryland Lottery tells Nestor that mobile sports wagering is coming soon
Gunpowder Lodge owner and soccer whisperer Danny Santoro hosts Nestor for MD Crab Cake Tour and World Cup preview
Gunpowder Lodge owner and soccer whisperer Danny Santoro hosts Nestor for MD Crab Cake Tour and World Cup preview
Lisa Rusyniak invites Nestor roll up his sleeves to serve the Goodwill Thanksgiving dinner downtown on November 23rd
Lisa Rusyniak invites Nestor roll up his sleeves to serve the Goodwill Thanksgiving dinner downtown on November 23rd
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Roquan Smith acquisition and what it means for Ravens playoff hopes
Aaron Schatz of Football Outsiders joins Nestor to talk DVOA, Lamar Jackson and the value of throwing the ball
Cereta Spencer and Adobolia Buford educate Nestor about how to help any struggling US veteran via McVet
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss balance in run and pass for Ravens offense after win over Bucs in Tampa
Author Tyler Dunne tells Nestor about his book on how tight ends have changed football this century
Christina Pelletier tells Nestor all the Weis ways pumpkin can be healthy as well as tasty for Halloween and beyond
Tom Coale of Elevate Maryland gives Nestor a full primer of election season and tough races
Mike Rosenfeld of Web Connection joins Nestor fresh back from Austin with Baltimore arena news and notes
Doug Lloyd of Maryland Lottery updates Nestor on the upcoming holiday fun with new games and scratch-offs
Councilwoman Phylicia Porter discusses progress and pride in South Baltimore District 10
Our Baltimorean turned Philadelphia sports attorney Micah Buchdahl talks magic of Phillies through his son's eyes
Former Orioles broadcaster Michael Reghi checks in from Cleveland with Browns World in its usual chaos
Councilwoman Odette Ramos joins Nestor to discuss affordable housing and making progress at City Hall
Former sports radio insider Bernard Bokenyi tells Nestor the Cleveland scene as Browns to continue to flounder
Transplant survivor Tisha Guthrie tells Nestor her journey and why Kidney Walk at UMBC on Sunday matters
Longtime Cleveland sports insider Daryl Ruiter joins Nestor for primer on Browns drama and hopes
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the mistakes of Lamar Jackson and the costly cost to Ravens in Giants loss
Leonard Raskin and Nestor attempt a rationale discussion of Ravens shortcomings against Giants
Luke Jones and Nestor continue to discuss the problems of the Baltimore Ravens offense as failing to finish games continues to be a theme for the scuffling 3-3 squad
Baseball author Tyler Kepner discusses history of World Series and magic October moments with Nestor
Barry Glassman makes his run at Comptroller with discussion of bipartisanship and money in Maryland
John Martin and Nestor discuss numbers of Maryland sports wagering after first big month of football
Luke Jones and Nestor share their love of October baseball and how Orioles get back here
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss defensive play of the Ravens in aftermath of another brutal loss
Guitarist Mark Bryan of Hootie and The Blowfish tells Nestor about his local solo gig with The Screaming Trojans at Weinberg Center in Frederick on October 22
Author John Miller tells Nestor his tales and research on the life and times of Orioles manager Earl Weaver
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens injuries, returning players and prep for Giants at Meadowlands
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens important win over Bengals and the road ahead for AFC North leaders
Elie Mystal educates Nestor on Supreme Court, 2nd Amendment and Roe v Wade before his October 19th visit to Loyola
Former Eagles DB Bobby Taylor joins Nestor to discuss coaching, communities and NFL Flag Football
John Martin of Maryland Lottery talks winners and mobile sports wagering plans and deadlines
Radford Hall of Famer Mike Ashley joins Nestor to discuss a life in college sports then and now
Solomon Wilcots extols the wisdom of trying to stop Lamar Jackson and Joe Burrow with Nestor
Bengals broadcaster Dave Lapham brings Lamar vs. Burrow into focus as AFC North supremacy at stake
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens long week in preparation for Bengals on Sunday night
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss leadership of John Harbaugh in aftermath of ugly Bills loss
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Marcus Peters and locker room of Baltimore Ravens after Bills loss
John Harbaugh didn't understand the question and Ravens fans don't understand the decision
Y'landa Burch of Boys and Girls Clubs educates Nestor on Project Bounceback and work with kids around Maryland
Y'landa Burch of Boys and Girls Clubs educates Nestor on Project Bounceback and work with kids around Maryland
Al "Hondo" Handy joins Nestor from Ocean City to discuss his new book on defying expectations and playing tall
Mike Rosenfeld of Web Connection joins Nestor to discuss the crash of Baltimore Positive website and aftermath
Leonard Raskin joins Nestor at Kooper's North for a serious fall financial sit down and some money wisdom
Terry Beck and Caroline Evans join Nestor from bar at Kooper's North to discuss the Cheers of Mays Chapel
Gregg Landry of Towson Transfers tells Nestor about the lost Perry Hall football tapes of 1972
Terry "Tark" Aronson and Frank Culotta discuss basketball luncheon for Cal Ripken Sr. Foundation on October 3
Luke Jones and Nestor assess Ravens defense and future solutions in aftermath of win in New England
Union Brewing founder Adam Benesch continues teaching Nestor the secret to great Baltimore beer
Nick Schauman of The Local Oyster brings Nestor long lost purple Flacco Fu mustaches and oyster education
Hannah Gratti of Weis Markets gets Nestor ready for tailgate time with football snacks and grill deliciousness
Matt Gallagher of Goldseker Foundation joins Nestor at Union Brewing to talk Baltimore beer and cheer
Luke Jones and Nestor assess where Harbaugh and Ravens go after hard lessons in Dolphins defeat
Bill Cole and Nestor discuss Lamar Jackson and the death of independent media covering Baltimore Ravens
John Martin of Maryland Lottery discusses ways to play now that football season has begun
Luke Jones and Nestor try to make sense of Ravens blowing a three touchdown lead to Dolphins
Pamela Wood of The Baltimore Banner joins Nestor and Don to talk political season and possibilities
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the pesky Orioles and big games in a pennant race all month
Dante Liberatore and Nestor trade Dundalk High tales that led to a life in Eldersburg restaurant
Luke Jones and Nestor work Ravens fans through last week of prep and cuts before Jets and Joe Flacco
John Maroon and Nestor discuss how Orioles and local sports have become Baltimore community glue
Don and Nestor do The Recon on courage of Liz Chaney and politics in Maryland as election unfolds
Lee Nardyz and Marshall Weston join Nestor at Rocksalt Grille to compare crab cake notes
Leonard Raskin joins Nestor to evaluate Ravens stock as Lamar Jackson awaits a legit contract
Mike McKelvin of 1623 Brewing gets libations and stout out for Nestor in Eldersburg at Liberatore's
John Martin of Maryland Lottery gets Nestor ready for Ravens scratchoff madness and cool prizes
Lee Nardyz and Chef Aaron of Rocksalt Grille serve Nestor the good Maryland stuff in Westminster
Ascension St. Agnes leader Ed Lovern tells Nestor about the power of a true community hospital
Damian O'Doherty tells Nestor about MACo Conference in Ocean City and how it powers the state of Maryland
Delegate Anderton asks Nestor about the time Steve Bisciotti appealed to Jim Irsay for Colts records
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss kids thrill of Orioles win in Little League ballpark in Williamsport
Senator Ben Cardin tells Nestor how Inflation Reduction Act will move America forward and help folks
Julie Kliegman of SI talks psychedelic drugs, mushrooms and future of sports and mental health
Mayor Rick Meehan and Tom Perlozzo join Nestor to discuss Boardwalk, beach & Batman legend in O.C.
Salisbury Mayor Jake Day and Delegate Carl Anderton welcome Nestor to Mogan's for Wicomico crab cake
Jason Reid talks all things Lamar and his book on history of black quarterbacks with Nestor
Bud Gardner tells Nestor the story of L.P. Steamers and history of Locust Point stevedores
Christina Pelletier of Weis Markets helps Nestor and the kids pack a proper school lunchbox for back
Pulitzer Prize author David Maraniss joins Nestor to discuss new book on legendary athlete Jim Thorpe
Lisa Rusyniak of Goodwill and John Hoey of The Y tells Nestor about Druid Hill joint initiative
Ross Peddicord and Cricket Goodall invite Nestor to a world of beautiful Maryland horses in Reisterstown
Luke Jones and Nestor assess Orioles next moves after Hall debut and near disaster against Rays
Vince Sharps of Mindgrub shares local journey of Locust Point company serving the world with Nestor
Amanda Yeager of Baltimore Business Journal joins Nestor and Chris Pika to discuss beat of our city
Don Mohler and Nestor reconnect The Recon on Alaska, crab cakes, travel, espionage and the FBI
Leonard Raskin joins Nestor to discuss the joy and benefits of tax free week in Maryland for consume
Dennis Curtin of Weis Markets tells Nestor about all of those farms he's passing on rurals roads this summer
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss Orioles bringing us back to baseball and downtown signs of life
Crystal Micriotti and Kathy Gambrill discuss beauty and vibrancy on the streets of Reisterstown
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss possibilities of Lamar v. Flacco at Meadowlands to begin Ravens season
Bill Cole and Nestor discuss seeing the world from the farms and life outside big city of Baltimore
John Martin of Maryland Lottery joins Nestor to discuss where the money goes from the games
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor convene on preseason goals for Ravens offense and health concerns
Steve Elliott and Gregg Landry join Nestor to discuss capturing memories and living and loving Loch Raven
Steve Elliott joins Nestor to discuss chiropractic health and life on Joppa Road in Towson
Former NBA coach Don Chaney joins Nestor to talk heart and soul of 1970s NBA in Baltimore
Mike Rosenfeld of Web Connection and Nestor discuss what makes cities better and more attractive
Marty Conway and Nestor discuss scam of Springsteen tickets and Angelos v Angelos as Orioles soar
Gregg Landry and Nestor discuss the ties that bind local sports fans and family memories we share
John Ecker of Conrad's Crabs serves Nestor his first fried crab cake of summer tour in Parkville
Luke Jones and Nestor assess work of Elias after Orioles deal Mancini and Lopez to start August
Gary Davenport of Bleacher Report joins Nestor for a Fantasy Football and NFL season primer
Dennis Curtin of Weis Markets rewards Nestor with summer savings and fresh local produce
Mackie Barch and Christina Johnson tell Nestor about CANMD local goals for cannabis industry as legislation awaits in Annapolis
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss first pads on in Owings Mills for Ravens camp as hitting begins
Voice of Rays Andy Freed comes home to Baltimore and cold beer and Nestor and Orioles Magic
Angels reporter Jeff Fletcher talks Ohtani and the greatest baseball season ever played with Nestor
John Martin joins Nestor to discuss a billion reasons to dive into Mega Millions this week
Veteran NFL insider Clark Judge joins Nestor to discuss Lamar and money as price surges on Ravens
Leonard Raskin gives Nestor a state of the world after 47 days touring Europe with his family
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss first days of Ravens camp and Orioles at trading deadline
Hannah Gratti and Nestor discuss Weis choices in packing for the beach or mountains this summer
Hagerstown mayor Emily Keller invites Nestor for doughnuts, crab cakes & arts of Washington County
Ron Cassie of Baltimore Magazine tells Nestor and Don about his month of magic in Ireland
Barry Bloom of Sportico joins Nestor from Cooperstown for primer on who gets a bust and who doesn't
Neil Solondz of Tampa Rays Radio tells Nestor about competing in AL East as Orioles surge
Luke Jones and Nestor set the stage for Ravens training camp and who will be healthy on September 11
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles weekend of Nasty Nestor and Yankees at Camden Yards
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor ponder a return to Camden Yards to gauge orange fever of Orioles Magic
Christina Pelletier of Weis Markets discusses healthy and affordable summer options for meals with Nestor
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles first overall selection of high school SS Jackson Holliday
Hannah Gratti of Weis Markets invites Nestor up to beautiful Sunbury, Pennsylvania for a dairy tour and seasonal tasting this week
PGA pro Ed Miller of Mount Pleasant talks summer golf and previews British Open with Nestor. @Classic5Golf #BritishOpen #Toptracer
Leonard Raskin joins Nestor from London to discuss Wimbledon and tragic loss of The Goose
Lisa Rusyniak of Goodwill and Julie Kernan of Business Volunteers MD discuss local ways to serve and lift the community
Coppin State President Anthony Jenkins discusses modern role of HBCU schools with Nestor and Don
Marvin Lewis spends time with Nestor mourning the loss of Ravens defensive tackle Tony Siragusa
Mike McDonald of Key Brewing joins Nestor for a Dundalk Calling and an IPA beer chat at Costas
Marshall Weston of R.A.M. tells Nestor how mid-September Restaurant Week will work across the state
Dundalk councilman Todd Crandell joins Nestor at Costas for a chat about East Baltimore County and progress and trying to get re-elected in a difficult economy.
Don and Nestor do a State Fare version of The Recon with guns, lawyers, politicians, death and baseball
Bonnie Habyan joins Nestor to discuss life as Miss Oriole and her marriage to former pitcher John
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss summer nights, hot dogs and getting ready for Ravens season
Mike Rosenfeld and Nestor discuss the connections of dark web to guns and mass murders in America
Kenny Albert of Fox Sports joins Nestor to tell every Tony Siragusa story he can remember
John Martin discusses a million reasons to play new Show Me scratchoff from Maryland Lottery
Ron Cassie of Baltimore Magazine gives Nestor and Don a hard look at The Wire two decades later
Anthony Jenkins tells Nestor and Don why he came to Coppin State and its role in lifting West Baltimore
Pine Ridge pro Tom Pierce teaches Nestor about the fun and tools of Toptracer technology on the range
Hall of Famer Rod Woodson remembers his larger than life and always on Ravens teammate Tony Siragusa
During Hard Knocks, when The Goose told us about his summer with a ring and a Super Bowl trophy. @TonySiragusa @NestorAparicio #RavensFlock
Howard Scher of Duct Doctors joins Nestor at Faidley's to discuss four decades of friendship
Baltimore City Comptroller Bill Henry joins Nestor at Faidley's for chat about where the money goes
John Martin of The Maryland Lottery discusses double enormous summer jackpots & sports wagering news
Luke Jones and Nestor take note of the surging and improving Baltimore Orioles as they head West
Imtiaz Patel and Kimi Yoshino of The Baltimore Banner discuss launch week with Nestor at Slainte
Nestor remembers the life and times and laughs and tackles of Tony Siragusa with Luke Jones
Mayor Brandon Scott addresses crime and guns and safety on streets of Baltimore with Nestor
The Slainte team in Fells Point laments loss of World Cup for Baltimore and soccer fans
Next Phaze Cafe owner Tony Randall serves up a tasty downtown crab cake to Nestor for Juneteenth
Local sports fan Daryl Baker joins Nestor to tell old studio stories from WLG and Lord Baltimore
Nestor welcomes The Baltimore Banner leadership team to Slainte to talk media and future of our city
Marty Conway joins Nestor to discuss what went wrong with Baltimore bid to host World Cup 2026
Mayor Brandon Scott joins Nestor at Next Phaze Cafe to discuss future of sports in Baltimore
Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Sims talks baseball and its future with Nestor at Luna Del Sea
Luke Jones and Nestor try to interpret lawsuit of Angelos versus Angelos and Orioles future
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the words of Lamar Jackson and his future with Baltimore Ravens
Ivan Bates discusses Gun Trace Task Force and his campaign for Baltimore City State's Attorney
Delegate Luke Clippinger discusses walk through 46th District on campaign trail from Luna Del Sea
Discussing two decades of downtown deliciousness and crab cakes with Tony Assadi at Luna Del Sea
Local networking guru Doug Butschky discusses power of local business and vested owners
Mandy Snyder educates Nestor about the local power of Junior Achievement for young citizens
Shafiyq Hinton tells Nestor and Don about his council campaign in 6th District of Baltimore County
Bill Cole and Nestor discuss sports, football, practice, America and coming to work in summertime
Bruce Posner tells Nestor the lore and legend of the undefeated Maryland Terps NCAA lacrosse crown
Nestor and Gregg Kessler pay tribute to The Godz and music of Larry Kessler in Highlandtown
Going to bet the races and eat fried shrimp at Nick's Grandstand Timonium with Tommy Chagouris
Peter Watts tells Nestor of The Hustle and his cancer bike ride across Maryland in July
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss ramifications of injury to Orioles pitching prospect Grayson Rodriguez
Luke Jones and Nestor continue to discuss Ravens contract & OTA situation with absent Lamar Jackson
Little Italy baker Keiller Kyle joins Nestor at BLK Swan for a legendary crab cake at Harbor East
Scott Phillips discusses community action and running for Delegate in diverse 10th District
WBAL reporter Rob Lang tells Nestor and Don how gathering and reporting news has evolved
Keiller Kyle of Ovenbird Bakery gives Nestor of the recipe of joy in a Morning Glory muffin
Luke Jones and Nestor assess Oriole improvements and summer hopes after 50 games and Adley arrival
Like every sane citizen in this country, Don and Nestor demand action on guns in America in The Recon
Justin Drummond of Planet Fitness tells Nestor about a summer plan to get everyone moving
Dennis Curtin of Weis Markets and Nestor discuss the joys of outdoor grilling and summer steaks
Seth Elkin of Maryland Lottery brings Nestor up to date on latest massive jackpots and local winners
Scott Shellenberger defines his record as Baltimore County State's Attorney with Don and Nestor
Brooke Lierman joins Nestor at The Land of Kush to discuss role of comptroller in Maryland
Thiru Vignarajah updates Nestor on his campaign for Baltimore State's Attorney at The Land of Kush
David Simon tells Nestor and Don exactly how the drug war has destroyed policing in modern America
Kirby Fowler of The Maryland Zoo invites Nestor to Brew At The Zoo for Memorial Day weekend
Don Mohler and Nestor use The Recon to wonder why an 18-year old needs an assault weapon in America
Lisa Rusyniak updates Nestor on Goodwill Industries successful effort to fund Excel Center
Marty McGee of Daily Racing Form joins Nestor to discuss the future of Preakness and Triple Crown
John Martin of Maryland Lottery talks Racetrax during Preakness week and hot summer plays to win
Randy Moss of NBC Sports tells Nestor that Preakness needs to move from third weekend of May
Dennis Curtin joins Nestor to discuss frozen veggies and the joys of the Weis ice cream aisle
Bill Cole brings effort to save Preakness and rethink Pimlico to Nestor with updates and realities
Dick Jerardi of BetOnline joins Nestor to discuss ways to make Preakness better with new facility
Former WBAL voice Greg Sher joins Nestor to discuss impact of Rich Strike skipping Preakness
Ed Miller joins Nestor from Mount Pleasant to preview PGA Championship in Southern Hills
Golf author Bob Harig joins Nestor to discuss Tiger, Phil and the PGA Championship at Southern Hills
Van Halen biographer and historian Greg Renoff joins Nestor for the first time after death of Eddie
Tony Conrad tells Nestor the very local story of how his love of crabbing led to Conrad's Seafood & Markets
Time to find the freshest produce and veggies of the year when you enter the store at Weis
John Martin of Maryland Lottery discusses historic big winner of Multi Match jackpot with Nestor
Chris Schaefer and Bill Cole rock through a local discussion on Baltimore and Sharp Dressed Man
Mike Gibbons joins Nestor to discuss more ways the legend of Babe Ruth continues in Baltimore
Josh Gerber tells Nestor how and why Planet Fitness is opening gyms to high schoolers for free
John Eisenberg joins Nestor to discuss what makes a great Baltimore sports columnist in modern times
Liver transplant survivor John Weiman tells Nestor his journey and life lessons from battle
Crab Cake aficionado Ed Mullin joins Nestor and Bill Cole for a Conrad's crab cake and STEM robotics education course
Leonard Raskin tells Nestor about his Rich Strike – an amazing, unexpected trip to Kentucky Derby
Nestor loses his mind with Don over Roe v Wade and discusses teenage parenting from the inside
Councilman David Marks discusses progress and election maps with Nestor at Conrad's in Perry Hall
Nikki Charlson checks in from Maryland Election HQ with advice and facts on voting before July 19th
Pride in Perry Hall as Nick Fischer joins Nestor at Conrad's for a Weis education and his new COVID hobby
Vinny DiMarco joins Nestor and Don to discuss Health Care For All and major progress in Maryland
Solomon Wilcots imparts the Ravens wisdom of another draft picking solid football players
Julianne Jones of Weis Markets joins Nestor in loving up the animals in Paws For Pets in May
Dave Preston of WTOP joins Nestor to discuss rare local magic of Washington Baltimore World Cup bid
Luke Jones and Nestor take a deep dive on impact of Adley Rutschman on Orioles franchise
Dave Carberry of Enradius joins Nestor and Jonathan to discuss local power of Goodwill Industries
Mike Tanier of Football Outsiders gives Ravens a solid B draft grade and here is why...
Doug Lloyd of Maryland Lottery gets a handle on jackpots and second chances this spring
Dick Jerardi checks in with Nestor from epicenter of Churchill Downs with Kentucky Derby preview
Leonard Raskin discusses asset management of Ravens brass and hauling home potential with Nestor
Where are the mystery costs your pharmacy absorbs and how does it affect your drugs and price?
Author Jack Gilden tells incredible almost Triple Crown story of Ronnie Franklin and Spectacular Bid
Legendary Blast coach Kenny Cooper talks Baltimore soccer history and World Cup dreams with Nestor
Marty Conway discusses how Baltimore has landed in a prime position to score World Cup 2026 bid
Mike Rosenfeld and Nestor have a spirited debate on free speech, Twitter and corruption of news
Nestor educates Bill Cole on all things known about World Cup 2026 draw and Baltimore's chances
UMBC coach Pete Caringi discusses strengths FIFA sees in Baltimore for World Cup 2026 bid
John Martin of MD Lottery discusses huge PowerBall and Multi Match jackpot fever with Nestor
Dr. Jennifer Conrad tells Nestor about Paw Project and new Maryland law against declawing cats
Legendary soccer writer Grant Wahl brings realities of World Cup 2026 Baltimore bid into clear focus
Shannon Sneed discusses why she joined Perez for Governor team and how July election changes race
Steven Goff of The Washington Post fills Nestor in on how The District needs Baltimore for World Cup 2026 host bid
Eric Fisher of SportBusiness discusses North American World Cup bid and how Baltimore might kick in
Wes Moore makes a case for his run for Annapolis and serving Baltimore better as Governor
Seth Elkin of the Maryland Lottery discusses games of spring and what happens when you win a million dollars and don't believe it
The Recon addresses who pays for the high crimes of January 6th and when the criminals will go to jail
Bill Cole and Nestor discuss proper Coney Island hot dogs, Memorial Stadium and the unmasking of America
Growing a neighborhood bar and grill with great crab cakes into a sports wagering and OTB hub for Hampstead
Luke Jones and Nestor evaluate the history of 14th pick and Ravens possibilities for NFL draft
How does a company like Weis Markets celebrate Earth Day and invest in sustainability every day?
Hampstead musician Brandon Tomlinson discusses kicking football for pop music and gig at Recher
Hugh Sisson of Heavy Seas discusses craft beer and invites you on April 1st to support Ukraine
Lisa Rusyniak of Goodwill updates Nestor on job opportunities and growth beyond pandemic donations
Actor Johnathon Schaech comes home to Baltimore to tell path to That Thing You Do and his journey
Tessa Greggs of Weis Markets joins Nestor for National Women's Month chat about jobs and workforce
The Recon goes to the impact of Dear Evan Hansen and what makes us love a Broadway show
Christina Pelletier of Weis Markets teaches Nestor about ants on a log and other fun kids meals
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss how any legitimate NFL franchise takes on odor of Deshaun Watson
Veteran MLB insider Barry Bloom discusses all things baseball season with Nestor from Arizona
Houston attorney Steph Stradley joins Nestor to discuss legacy of Deshaun Watson among Texans fans
Leonard Raskin and Nestor take on March hoops & Terps dreams of Big 10 prominence with Willard hire
Mickey Cucchiella joins Nestor on state of the comedy world and how KISS changed their lives in 1977
Rob Santoni goes through a marathon of charities and meaningful Weis contributions in Baltimore
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the annual absurdity of MASN and Orioles coverage not including sending broadcasters on the road
Leonard Raskin joins Nestor at Costas Inn for a crab cake and soaring tale with Mickey at EPCOT
Chris Pika tackles crisis management of Watson in Cleveland and NFL owners ready to welcome him
Entrepreneur Laura Baldini's quest for a better clear sports bag for women at games and concerts
Veteran political insider Len Foxwell discusses Maryland races and the good life in Easton
Bill Cole joins Nestor for proper crab melt and cake at Costas Inn to discuss the power of local
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the March Madness of Terps hiring Kevin Willard as head coach
John Martin of Maryland Lottery and Nestor talk March Madness weekend and Keno Sprinkler game bonuses
Luke Jones and Nestor move to the center of the debate about Ravens departure of Bradley Bozeman
Dennis Koulatsos joins Nestor to discuss impact of Marcus Williams and Morgan Moses signings on Ravens success
Allen McCallum and Don Mohler celebrate the end of baseball lockout with Nestor at El Guapo
The fought and bled and squabbled over billions of dollars but now that Major League Baseball has "given" the fans the game back on the field, who's coming to the ballpark?
What makes Canton such an amazing and enduring great neighborhood. The Maryland #CrabCakeTour came to Mama's On The Half Shell with the tales of Scunny and Nachos legacy. @MDLottery @NestorAparicio
Luke Jones and Nestor assess Ravens free agent class with Michael Pierce and without Za'Darius Smith
John Martin of Maryland Lottery discusses February sports wagering numbers as state opens for play
Jack Brooks joins Nestor to explain why Maryland crab industry needs immigrant help to get a crab cake to your table this summer
Jayne Miller tells Don and Nestor about her passion for Baltimore and ways to improve our city
Ian Kennedy and Damian O'Doherty join Don and Nestor to discuss how Symphony Woods was saved by the heart of Howard County
Luke Jones joins Nestor to discuss baseball coming back to Camden Yards as MLB lockout ends
Luke Jones joins Nestor to recap NFL free agency start and discuss loss of WWE Hall of Famer Scott Hall
Our friend Jill Eisenberg offers some ways you can help folks battling Multiple Sclerosis
Legendary WBAL journalist Jayne Miller discusses the importance of reporting news in world of disinformation
Mike Rosenfeld and Nestor discuss Russia and the troll farm mind crimes of the World Wide Web
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss how little baseball and Orioles can afford to be away from fans
Don Mohler joins Nestor to discuss the madness of MLB lockout and the pains of being a baseball fan
Three time Super Bowl champion LeGarrette Blount talks about managing post-career pain with CBD
Being Grateful for the maestro Mayer of music and memories while waiting on the world to change
Tony Fugett discusses fair representation in Baltimore County Council as district lines are redrawn
Loyola professor Marian Crotty discusses joy and freedom of fiction writing & Humanities Symposium.
John Martin of Maryland Lottery tells Nestor that sometimes finding $10 million winner is challenge
Dave Sheinin of The Washington Post discusses his unique journey in Beijing covering Winter Olympics
Evan Washburn of CBS Sports discusses Ravens offseason and chasing Bengals in AFC North
Author Gary Pomerantz gives Nestor full history of Wilt 100 point night in Hershey and Baltimore connections
Scott Negro from Weis Markets talks frozen and fresh as spring thaws and freezer has possibilities
Telling the story of doctors, nurses on COVID frontlines with the Maryland Hospital Association and Ascension St. Agnes Hospital
Thom Loverro joins Nestor for sad march through Orioles and Commanders franchise history in The DMV
Bill Zorzi discusses the projects of Simon and HBO and process of "We Own The City" for the screen
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens next moves of a busy offseason during Combine week
Bryan Sears of The Daily Record joins Don and Nestor from Annapolis to discuss legislative session
Bill Cole and Nestor discuss Olympics and how power and money has corrupted international sports
Justin Fenton discusses new Baltimore Banner and getting "We Own This City" to HBO in April
John Martin of the Maryland Lottery gives Nestor a shot of spring winner fever as March Madness awaits
Mike Tanier and Nestor discuss sniffing Super Bowl Los Angeles residue and the power of NFL
Ian O'Connor tells Nestor about his book on the Blue Devil of a life and reign of Coach K at Duke
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor wonder what MLB and baseball world is thinking about the future
Dennis Curtin of Weis Markets educates Nestor about supply chains and pricing in supermarket world
Brina Furman of Max's Taphouse tells Nestor about huge Fell's Point blood drive this weekend
Eric Edholm of Yahoo Sports gets Nestor ready for NFL Draft madness and Ravens offseason moves
Former agent David Meltzer discusses personal development and finding happiness from Radio Row
Hall of Famer Michael Haynes talks health, fitness and measurement with Nestor from Radio Row
Luke Jones and Nestor evaluate Ravens offseason situation and needs for Eric DeCosta and staff
Former Congresswoman Donna Edwards discusses why she is running again in Maryland District 4
Peter Jensen of The Baltimore Sun discusses his column on electing jerks to public office
Nestor is joined by Chris Pika and Luke Jones to discuss the Dick Cass departure and the future of Steve Bisciotti
Augie Chiasera of M&T Bank joins Nestor and Don to define how banks can lift a community.
Nestor welcomes Luke and Chris Pika to Radio Row in Los Angeles with a chat about race and hiring coaches
Katie O'Malley tells us why she's running for Attorney General of Maryland and explains the stakes of the role
Mike Rosenfeld and Nestor dish Super Bowl fandom and the rotten side of NFL work culture and ownership
Seth Elkin of Maryland Lottery introduces Nestor to Pick Five and a digit history lesson
Dave Ginsburg of The Associated Press joins Nestor for a Camden Yards history tour of left field from the press box
Rob Santoni of Weis Markets joins Nestor to discuss convergence of Super Bowl and Valentine's Day
Chris Pika joins Nestor to set the tone for an unprecedented Hollywood version of Super Bowl madness
Ross Tucker joins Nestor to discuss future of Ravens defense and reality of Bengals in AFC North
Krish Vignarajah updates Nestor and Don on progress made by Afghan refugees here in Baltimore
John Feinstein discusses history of new book "Raise a Fist, Take a Knee" with Don and Nestor
Ron Legler of The Hippodrome joins Nestor and Don for a Broadway update for full season downtown
Pamela Wood of The Baltimore Sun joins Nestor and Don for full statehouse primer on session politics and agenda
Luke Jones and Nestor welcome the unlikely Cincinnati Bengals to Super Bowl madness in Los Angeles.
Jerome Bettis brings Nestor some fresh air and thoughts of departure of Big Ben in Pittsburgh
John Ourand of Sports Business Journal joins Nestor to discuss future of cable TV and the way we watch sports
Our head coach Brian Billick tells Nestor about his decision to help coach offense at Arizona State
NFL insider Jason Cole discusses power of quarterbacks and future of Lamar Jackson with Nestor
John Martin joins Nestor to talk football, casino fun and Monopolizing some winter action
Mel Lundgren of Bel Air Sports Cards discusses love of baseball cards with Nestor and Card Mania
Luke Jones and Nestor unpack the mysterious Friday afternoon departure of Wink Martindale
Longtime sports media exec David Katz discusses betting and the future of sports with Nestor
Luke Jones and Nestor debate the great left field wall move of the Orioles at Camden Yards
Marty Conway educates Nestor on the history of the left field wall (and everything) at Oriole Park at Camden Yards
Alissa Evans joins Nestor to explain the Weis4School program and how to enroll your kids
Dave Preston of WTOP joins Nestor for a full primer on the world of Daniel Snyder and future name of Washington Football Team
John Martin joins Nestor to monopolize and trivialize the fun of the old game with new twists
Baseball historian Rob Neyer tells Nestor about moving fences in and out and MLB team success in aftermath
Greg Bedard of Boston Sports Journal explains the mystery of Matthew Judon and Patriots hasty playoff exit
Pollster Patrick Gonzales brings some clarity to what Democrats and Republicans are thinking as election cycle turns warm into spring
Baltimore Sun veteran journalist Liz Bowie discusses her decision to join The Baltimore Banner this spring
Gary Officer defines goals and successes of Center For Workforce Inclusion for over 50 folks transition careers during COVID