Saturday, June 12, 2021

INTELLIGENT CONVERSATION

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Does your desk do what my desk does?

After months of backaches and strains from sitting too long and staring at his computer building Baltimore Positive, Nestor called David Noel at MOI and moved into the 21st century post-pandemic life of working in comfort from home.

Getting back to those glorious nights of beer and music on the lawn at Merriweather

Q: When is an AK-15 like a Swiss Army knife? A: Never

PODCAST AUDIO VAULT

LOCAL DISCUSSION

Does your desk do what my desk does?

After months of backaches and strains from sitting too long and staring at his computer building Baltimore Positive, Nestor called David Noel at MOI and moved into the 21st century post-pandemic life of working in comfort from home.

Getting back to those glorious nights of beer and music on the lawn at Merriweather

Jean Parker, the venerable GM of Columbia's music gem on the hill, joins Nestor to discuss 35 years of friendship, music, memories – and, yes – cicadas in the Symphony Woods of Howard County.

Q: When is an AK-15 like a Swiss Army knife? A: Never

Don and Nestor do The Recon on guns, Swiss Army knives and the trade value of Cedric Mullins

Hooking a bass with a cicada (but only for a limited time)

Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor go fishing for more summer adventures with cicadas and catching fish this month.

Did the Ravens have any desire for Julio Jones at that price?

Luke Jones and Nestor lament all of the wide receivers that never were for the Ravens in the offseason. And who Lamar Jackson is actually throwing the ball to this week in Owings Mills.

Remembering our friend Jim Fassel

On a March Madness night in 2005, former New York Giants head coach Jim Fassel joined us at Putty Hill Station to discuss his career and ambitions as the new offensive coordinator of the Baltimore Ravens. Our conversation about his life and football coaching tells his story. We will miss him...

A rare weekend of successful Orioles baseball and reasons to go to Bowie

Luke Jones and Nestor recap a weekend of clubbing and heat as Orioles beat up on the Cleveland Indians at Oriole Park but lose John Means along the way

Seasonal summer ice cream and defining the flavor of teaberry

In his quest to learn about every flavor of ice cream ever made, Nestor is introduced to a Central Pennsylvania classic pink minty concoction: teaberry. Ever had a scoop from Weis?

The best of Maryland is the best of America

Baltimore Magazine writer Ron Cassie tells and shows us why Maryland is America in miniature

Van Hollen explains the power and poison of the American filibuster in Congress

After an insurrection in the halls of Congress, the people whose lives were threatened are now playing games with accountability and justice being served in Washington

The unmasking of the new post-COVID world

Don Mohler and Nestor discuss the various comfort levels and new social rules about masking and unmasking as we navigate a summer unlike any other in America.

The nuance and realities of Lamar Jackson and Ravens money

Luke Jones and Nestor take a deep dive on why Lamar Jackson and Ravens are getting questions about a contact that both sides need to navigate deftly in the coming months as the clock ticks on his rookie deal.

Graduation, backyard proms and Weis BBQ summer mojo

Rob Santoni joins Nestor for a Weis conversation about local graduation parties, backyards and pools and BBQ summer mojo and where to find it.

Crab Cake Tour Stop 3: Experiencing the simplicity of State Fare family recipe

The finale of our first "live" Crab Cake Tour was all about the cake with Evan Brown in Catonsville.

Foodies and eating and the best “Bookie” salad in the city

Even though our Maryland Crab Cake Tour is focused on the local crustacean and delicacy, our Catonsville stop meandered into a debate about salads and pizza and chicken and waffles and margaritas.

Unmasking the politics and Crab Cake Tour in Catonsville

Our third Weis conversation from Crab Cake Tour Stop 3 dives into local politics and the future of rethinking suburbs like Catonsville with Eric Ebersole and Pat Young.

Padding up for OTAs and how to foster a championship roster

Luke Jones and Nestor take off the pads before Ravens OTAs on agents and the NFLPA and what's good for a young player in the roster evaluation machine.

Hearing the sounds of the great Catonsville local experiment

Our Crab Cake Tour stop in the 21228 isn't complete without Kirby Spencer telling the story of how bricks and mortar and people and food and shopping and music can still power a local community.
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Josh Kurtz of Maryland Matters turns his attention to enviornment and science and change
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Don and Nestor do The Recon on guns, Swiss Army knives and the trade value of Cedric Mullins
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Ron Cassie of Baltimore Magazine tells and shows us why Maryland is America in miniature
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Senator Chris Van Hollen discusses January 6th and filibuster that sits between an investigation
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Don Mohler and Nestor do The Recon on the unmasking of post pandemic friends and strangers
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Crab Cake Tour Stop 3: Experiencing simplicity of State Fare Crab Cake and Catonsville family recipe
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Crab Cake Tour Stop 3: Laying down law on The Bookie salad in Catonsville Lou Weinkam & Evan Brown
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Crab Cake Tour Stop 3: Politics and the future of Catonsville with Eric Ebersole and Pat Young
33:14
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Crab Cake Tour Stop 3: Kirby Spencer talks Catonsville growth and development and building community
26:56
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Crab Cake Tour Stop 3: Catonsville and telling the State Fare story
48:07
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Karson Kamenetz talks local politics and growth on 3rd Anniversary of his father's tragic death
30:46
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John Hoey tells us why we should care about the Y here in Baltimore and beyond
54:29
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Don and Nestor do The Recon on who sent thousands of violent citizens to Capitol on January 6th
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Don and Nestor do The Recon on mothers, mudders and moving
43:46
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Crab Cake Tour Stop 1: Faidley's Lexington Market in downtown Baltimore
30:43
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Congressman John Sarbanes kicks off our Crab Cake Tour at Faidley's in Lexington Market
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Former DNC chair Tom Perez says purple state status of Maryland is inarguable on gubernatorial trail
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An education on education and how to run for Governor of Maryland with former Obama head John King
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Don Mohler and Nestor stop The Recon for a no hitter and John Means celebration of Orioles history
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Taking the pulse and poll of Maryland political scene as election candidates emerge and align
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SPORTS

Towson football announces kickoff times for 2021 season

The Tigers open their home schedule against seven-time FCS champion North Dakota State on Sept. 18.

Ravens rest two prominent receivers, add more veteran depth to offensive line mix

Baltimore added veteran guard Michael Schofield to the mix prior to Tuesday's open OTA workout.

Remembering our friend Jim Fassel

On a March Madness night in 2005, former New York Giants head coach Jim Fassel joined us at Putty Hill Station to discuss his career and ambitions as the new offensive coordinator of the Baltimore Ravens. Our conversation about his life and football coaching tells his story. We will miss him...

A rare weekend of successful Orioles baseball and reasons to go to Bowie

Luke Jones and Nestor recap a weekend of clubbing and heat as Orioles beat up on the Cleveland Indians at Oriole Park but lose John Means along the way

Did the Ravens have any desire for Julio Jones at that price?

Luke Jones and Nestor lament all of the wide receivers that never were for the Ravens in the offseason. And who Lamar Jackson is actually throwing the ball to this week in Owings Mills.

Twelve Ravens thoughts following final open OTA workout

J.K. Dobbins starred as a receiver out of the backfield during Tuesday's voluntary workout.

Ravens sign first-round pick Oweh, announce personnel department promotions

Third-round selections Ben Cleveland and Brandon Stephens are the only unsigned members of Baltimore's 2021 draft class.

Queen embracing normal spring to become more consistent for Ravens

"I’m learning it. I really can’t wait for the season to start, so everybody can see how much work I’ve put in to be better."

Ravens to sign injured offensive tackle Ja’Wuan James with eyes toward 2022

The former first-round pick tore his Achilles tendon earlier this spring and isn't expected to play in 2021.

Orioles ace Means goes to IL with shoulder strain, but MRI reveals “no structural changes”

Exactly one month after John Means tossed Baltimore's first individual no-hitter in 52 years, the lefty ace exited Saturday's start with shoulder discomfort.

Hooking a bass with a cicada (but only for a limited time)

Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor go fishing for more summer adventures with cicadas and catching fish this month.

Running back Edwards, Ravens agree to two-year extension

The deal is worth $10 million and will keep the former rookie free agent under contract through 2023.

DENNIS KOULATSOS

BILL COLE

LEONARD RASKIN

TODD SCHULER

BALTIMORE NEWS

Getting back to those glorious nights of beer and music on the lawn at Merriweather

Jean Parker, the venerable GM of Columbia's music gem on the hill, joins Nestor to discuss 35 years of friendship, music, memories – and, yes – cicadas in the Symphony Woods of Howard County.

The best of Maryland is the best of America

Baltimore Magazine writer Ron Cassie tells and shows us why Maryland is America in miniature

Did the Ravens have any desire for Julio Jones at that price?

Luke Jones and Nestor lament all of the wide receivers that never were for the Ravens in the offseason. And who Lamar Jackson is actually throwing the ball to this week in Owings Mills.

A rare weekend of successful Orioles baseball and reasons to go to Bowie

Luke Jones and Nestor recap a weekend of clubbing and heat as Orioles beat up on the Cleveland Indians at Oriole Park but lose John Means along the way

Hooking a bass with a cicada (but only for a limited time)

Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor go fishing for more summer adventures with cicadas and catching fish this month.

POLITICS

BALTIMORE POSITIVE TV

MUSIC CLASSIC

BUSINESS

Legler tells us the pain of beautiful Broadway lights being off at The Hippodrome

Unfortunately, crisis management is something all-too-familiar to the man who helps brings Broadway to Baltimore...

Finding gratitude amidst pandemic holiday madness

The election fallout and recent COVID lockdowns have created tough emotions but Todd Schuler and Nestor try to find the blessings with the turkey and cranberry as Thanksgiving approaches.

Henry identifies big problems in city government that a great Comptroller can help solve

Where does all of the money go and who is monitoring it?

Rosendale says Maryland tech community is huddling for local solutions during pandemic

From vaccines and therapeutics to cybersecurity, the work of the members of the Maryland Tech Council help power all sorts of modern life here locally, especially in collaborations during the COVID-19 pandemic

EDUCATION

Transportation and the future for Maryland with Ben Cardin

What ever happened to the Red Line?

Using end of the year to make sure your house is in order

The lockdown and the fatigue of COVID is real. As we head into winter and time at home, this is an ideal time to examine your will, trusts and re-examine the future in the aftermath of the pandemic. We sought out Lou Weinkam in Catonsville for some solid advice.

Dealing with the emotions of seclusion and quarantine get tougher as crisis lingers

Your mental health is important during the pandemic! Patty Mohler tells us that this is a time to be good to yourself...

HEALTH

Wen believes we should depoliticize women’s healtchcare in America

What is the future of health care in America? We asked Dr. Leana Wen what she's learned in her incredible journey from Shanghai to Baltimore...

The real challenges of life in West Baltimore during a pandemic

Councilman Dr. John Bullock says the concerns of safety and commerce and keeping families warm and productive are immense during this winter struggle. We also got a pizza recommendation in here for the holidays and local spirit!

The night that Larry Hogan joined Nestor and Jenn to #GiveASpit for leukemia patients around the world

After his own cancer battle, the Governor of Maryland joined the WNST crew for a night that brought together the Ravens and Steelers, John Harbaugh, Brian Billick and Mike Tomlin – all for There Goes My Hero. This became the inspiration for Baltimore Positive.

ARTS

Wes Moore and the power of community

We are all searching for our inner Robin Hood...

Marchiari-Alexander says online love of Walters Art is still a click away

The Executive Director and C.E.O. of The Walters Art Museum tells us how to stay in touch during this crisis during Arts Week at Baltimore Positive

Dudley Connell of The Seldom Scene gives Nestor an education in bluegrass music

As he ages and gains musical wisdom, Nestor loves having on folks that push him beyond his boundaries and initial tastes. Gotta have an open mind. And open ears to hear the sounds of America...

LEADERSHIP

WNST CLASSIC

Before his Falcons gig, Mike Smith says Super Bowl XXXV magic paved the way

Former defensive assistant Mike Smith comes back to Baltimore 20 years later to discuss magic of Super Bowl XXXV win in Tampa while he was more under the radar.

The time that Bruce Springsteen called Nestor a dummy at the Super Bowl

For the record: he thought it was a great and timely question back in Tampa in 2009...

Ain’t no fooling around when you’re trying to be funny during a plague…

Legendary local comedian Mickey Cucchiella joins Nestor to share and poke fun of three decades of friendship and history and tales about growing up on a Baltimore stage after meeting backstage at Hammerjacks during the glam rock era of the 1980s.

Colts legend Joe Ehrmann teaches Nestor about the Seasons of Life

The first autograph he ever got at Eastpoint Mall in 1976 was from the big defensive lineman from Buffalo. Then, the Reverend made a life here in Baltimore and still touches us all...

That time when Tony Gwynn called into the show when Art Donovan was co-hosting

Live radio from The Barn on Anniversary Shows was always a mixture of mayhem, beer, crabs and cake. And sometimes Hall of Famers tripping over each other from San Diego to Baltimore...

Former Black Crowes drummer Steve Gorman discusses his incredible brother Jim

Back in August 2016, the Severna Park native and longtime rock and roll drummer talked about coming to an Orioles game to bring awareness to his brother Jim's MSA (Multiple System Atrophy) diagnosis. This is an incredible story with Morgan State roots and pays tribute to an incredible local life we lost recently.

When Vince Bagli told old boxing stories with Clem Florio

At the First Annual Nasty Nice Guy Awards in 1997 in Glen Burnie, two legends talked boxing, horse racing and kindness. The late great Clem Florio and Vince Bagli educate Nestor on Baltimore sports history. And Earnest Byner joins them.

The final chat with Mike Mussina as a member of the Baltimore Orioles

There were many chats over the years of his decade of brilliance on the mound at Camden Yards but this was Spring Training 2000. The end was near...

The time that Jon Ogden co-hosted Orioles Opening Day from Camden Pub

Back in the 1990s, live radio would pack 'em in and football and baseball conversations would weave together. The future Hall of Famer was wearing an "It's a D.C. Thang" T-shirt. His hometown and the Nation's Capital didn't even have a team back then...

Legendary Cleveland sportswriter Terry Pluto remembers his Summer of 1979 with The Earl Of Baltimore

Sure, the Browns are coming to play the Ravens in the middle of a pandemic this week – and we covered that – but this chat went back to Nestor's favorite summer with his Pop.

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