Reading and writing and editing the news over the years
Baltimore Positive
Longtime Baltimore Sun news editor David Ettlin joins Nestor for crab cakes and newspaper memoirs
Baltimore Positive
Being at your best without your best player
Baltimore Positive
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss Ravens path to playoffs after winning ugly in Pittsburgh
We never give style points after beating the Steelers in Pittsburgh
Baltimore Positive
Leonard Raskin and Nestor review time well spent in Pittsburgh for another Ravens win in the den of the enemy. (And how did Nestor get a press credential from Mike Tomlin?)
Luke and Nestor wonder: How long can Ravens survive without Lamar Jackson and still win AFC North?
Baltimore Positive
After the narrow win over the Steelers in Pittsburgh with third-string quarterback Anthony Brown, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the suddenly-getting-healthier (well except for Lamar) Ravens and the road ahead to playoffs.
Holiday crab cakes are the best ones!
Baltimore Positive
The Maryland Crab Cake Tour returned to our downtown home at Faidley’s in Lexington Market (yes, they’re still at the same place for a few more months) with Roz Lane from The Maryland Lottery dropping by with holiday updates and Damye Hahn telling us how easy it is to ship the best crab cakes in the world fresh with a click.
Harbaugh says Ravens preparing for more “quarterback read stuff” with Watson becoming Browns quarterback
Baltimore Positive
“What we’ve seen from their offense in the last two weeks [is] also the things that he’s kind of been known for in Houston offensively.”
Maryland Crab Cake (and Brewery) Tour Day 23: Black Flag in Columbia and the delicious Timbuktu experience
Baltimore Positive
The 23rd day of the Maryland Crab Cake Tour presented by The Maryland Lottery, Goodwill, Window Nation and the Restaurant Association of Maryland took us to a place we hadn’t been in many years – Timbuktu in Elkridge en route to see Duran Duran at Merriweather Post Pavilion. Nile Rodgers stole the show but Timbuktu can stick those pimentos in my ‘cake anytime.
Andrews on Ravens enduring QB adversity: “I think this is going to make us a better team”
Baltimore Positive
The All-Pro tight end quipped he had “probably never” worked with rookie Anthony Brown from a passing standpoint.
Harbaugh has “no pronouncements” on status of Ravens QBs Jackson, Huntley for Saturday’s tilt in Cleveland
Baltimore Positive
Tyler Huntley remained in concussion protocol as of Monday afternoon.
By any means necessary in Pittsburgh
Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Baltimore Ravens finding a way to win in Pittsburgh
Can the Ravens own all of the Charm in this city?
Baltimore Positive
Local attorney Greg Stone of WTP Law discusses the Baltimore Ravens’ pursuit of the “Charm City” trademark and what it means for local business who already use those words as part of their brand. A fascinating discussion about who owns what and why.
Telling the tales of Skipjacks hockey and learning how to play in Baltimore
Baltimore Positive
Former Skipjacks center Tim Taylor tells Nestor about a beautiful life winning two Stanley Cups as a player and one as an executive now with the St. Louis Blues. A good life spent in hockey after learning his craft and struggling in Baltimore more than 30 years ago as a player in the AHL.
The story and emotions behind the story of “Baltimore, You Have No Idea”
Baltimore Positive
The Maryland Crab Cake Tour returned to Faidley’s at Lexington Market for a holiday visit with legendary columnist Dan Rodricks from The Baltimore Sun discussing Eric Bogosian, storytelling and taking his incredible career memoirs and the Baltimore characters met along the way to the stage at The BMA and his incredible stage production. And breaking news: it’s coming back in the spring! Go see it!
Stanley proud of “stereotypical kind of Ravens win” in Pittsburgh
Baltimore Positive
The left tackle was pleased to see the Ravens offensive line lead the way in the 16-14 win over the Steelers.
Roquan Smith on Ravens defense: “We’re only going to keep getting better”
Baltimore Positive
The linebacker intercepted a pass inside the red zone in his first time taking part in the Ravens-Steelers rivalry.
Maryland Crab Cake (and Brewery) Tour Day 22: Casey’s Crab in Laurel and Hysteria in Columbia en route to get The Fixx
Baltimore Positive
The 22nd day of the Maryland Crab Cake Tour presented by The Maryland Lottery, Goodwill, Window Nation and the Restaurant Association of Maryland found us rocking toward The Birchmere in Alexandria, Virginia but en route we got thirsty at Hysteria in Columbia and made a road stop at Casey’s Crab in Laurel where the owner insisted we go with the Crabmeat Cheesesteak. We’re glad we did!
Calais Campbell on Ravens taking down Pittsburgh: “I take great pride in just being in this rivalry”
Baltimore Positive
The 36-year-old blocked a field goal in the fourth quarter to help preserve a 16-14 victory.
From practice squad to victory in Pittsburgh: Anthony Brown makes memorable Ravens debut
Baltimore Positive
The undrafted rookie replaced Tyler Huntley, who suffered a concussion in the third quarter of Sunday’s win.
Rushing for 120 yards in return, Dobbins says he’s “still not me all the way yet”
Baltimore Positive
The third-year running back shined in his first action for the Ravens since Week 6.
Down to third-string rookie QB, Harbaugh praises Ravens for finding way in 16-14 win over Pittsburgh
Baltimore Positive
Baltimore intercepted three passes and blocked a field goal in the narrow victory over the Steelers.
Holidays? Celebrate!
Baltimore Positive
John Martin of Maryland Lottery updates Nestor on holiday and mobile sports wagering promotions and progress.
When it’s time to go back to Pittsburgh
Baltimore Positive
Nestor Aparicio joins Dennis Koulatsos to discuss Lamar Jackson, Snoop Huntley and needing to beat the Steelers in Pittsburgh
What does your website need?
Baltimore Positive
Our Chief Digital Officer Mike Rosenfeld of Web Connection tells Nestor the basics of modern day web needs for business and how it powers the world of commerce.
Judging the franchise that always gets its man
Baltimore Positive
Our sports talk pal in Houston Jake Asman joins Nestor to discuss modern sports radio and how the New York Yankees always sign their man. Some Aaron Judge, Lamar Jackson and Super Bowl Radio Row memories here.
Soccer so far in Qatar
Baltimore Positive
Longtime sports business executive and Georgetown professor Marty Conway joins Nestor to discuss the good and bad of the Qatar World Cup and future for America in 2026.
Centering up with Mike Flynn on offense and running the football
Baltimore Positive
The former Ravens center and Super Bowl XXXV champion comes home to talk family life after Broadway, 2001 parade memories and the future of Lamar Jackson and current offensive system.
Huntley preparing to start against rival Pittsburgh for second time in his career
Baltimore Positive
Backup Tyler Huntley will start in place of the injured Lamar Jackson in Week 14.
Harbaugh: “It looks like it’s going to be Tyler [Huntley] on Sunday”
Baltimore Positive
Lamar Jackson sat out the entire practice week with the left knee injury sustained against Denver.
Humphrey on Ravens’ big trip to Pittsburgh: “It feels really good to win at their place”
Baltimore Positive
Baltimore is eager to snap a four-game losing streak to its biggest rival.
Maryland Crab Cake (and Brewery) Tour Day 21: Manor Tavern and Inverness in beautiful Monkton
Baltimore Positive
The 21st day of the Maryland Crab Cake Tour presented by The Maryland Lottery, Goodwill, Window Nation and the Restaurant Association of Maryland we began an adventure at The Manor Tavern in Monkton that ended a week later with an amazing crab cake at the bar and at Inverness Brewing right around the corner. A beautiful part of Maryland to explore!
There’s no denial of the NIL in college basketball
Baltimore Positive
We went to an authority on college basketball to try to understand the new universe. Author and longtime chronicler of all things NCAA, hoops and “student athletes” John Feinstein tries to explain the wild, wild west of “Name Image and Likeness” NIL to Nestor as Terps hoops season begins under new head coach Kevin Willard.
A batch of reasons the Steelers can beat Ravens in Pittsburgh
Baltimore Positive
Former Steelers quarterback Charlie Batch joins Nestor from Pittsburgh for another holiday visit with the black and gold at The Confluence. It never changes.
Will the Pittsburgh Steelers rise again?
Baltimore Positive
Longtime Pittsburgh sportswriter Will Graves of The Associated Press says that what makes Mike Tomlin so eternal and effective as the Steelers’ leader isn’t always on display for the media.
Ravens’ Queen “pretty sure” he’ll be ready for Pittsburgh after initially fearing worst with thigh
Baltimore Positive
The third-year inside linebacker has been a limited practice participant since suffering a thigh bruise against Denver.
Morgan Moses says Ravens-Steelers rivalry “sticks out way more” than others in which he’s taken part
Baltimore Positive
The veteran right tackle will be playing in his first Baltimore-Pittsburgh game on Sunday afternoon.
Football and end of the year finance
Baltimore Positive
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss end of year football and college bowl season and some finance tips to be aware of before the ball drops on 2022.
Maryland Crab Cake (and Brewery) Tour Day 20: Once you go, you know
Baltimore Positive
The 20th day of the Maryland Crab Cake Tour presented by The Maryland Lottery, Goodwill, Window Nation and the Restaurant Association of Maryland we managed to pick up a legendary Angelina’s crab cake from a secret shipping location on Kent Island and a delicious beer at Ten Eyck Brewing in Queenstown.
A view from some of the empty seats at M&T Bank Stadium
Baltimore Positive
Dennis Koulatsos takes Nestor downtown for the Ravens unlikely win over the Broncos and strange atmosphere as Lamar Jackson goes down with a knee injury and Snoop Huntley saves the day.
Getting Weis this holiday with entertaining and fun snacks
Baltimore Positive
Christina Pelletier of Weis Markets talks holiday charcuterie boards and party planning ideas to keep the taste festive and healthy.
Chuck Clark honored to be named Ravens nominee for Walter Payton Man of the Year award
Baltimore Positive
“Just to see the guys who have come before me in my six years being in the league who have gotten that award and that nomination, it meant a lot to me honestly.”
Reading and writing and editing the news over the years
Baltimore Positive
Longtime Baltimore Sun news editor David Ettlin joins Nestor for crab cakes and newspaper memoirs
Being at your best without your best player
Baltimore Positive
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss Ravens path to playoffs after winning ugly in Pittsburgh
We never give style points after beating the Steelers in Pittsburgh
Baltimore Positive
Leonard Raskin and Nestor review time well spent in Pittsburgh for another Ravens win in the den of the enemy. (And how did Nestor get a press credential from Mike Tomlin?)
Luke and Nestor wonder: How long can Ravens survive without Lamar Jackson and still win AFC North?
Baltimore Positive
After the narrow win over the Steelers in Pittsburgh with third-string quarterback Anthony Brown, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the suddenly-getting-healthier (well except for Lamar) Ravens and the road ahead to playoffs.
Holiday crab cakes are the best ones!
Baltimore Positive
The Maryland Crab Cake Tour returned to our downtown home at Faidley’s in Lexington Market (yes, they’re still at the same place for a few more months) with Roz Lane from The Maryland Lottery dropping by with holiday updates and Damye Hahn telling us how easy it is to ship the best crab cakes in the world fresh with a click.
Harbaugh says Ravens preparing for more “quarterback read stuff” with Watson becoming Browns quarterback
Baltimore Positive
“What we’ve seen from their offense in the last two weeks [is] also the things that he’s kind of been known for in Houston offensively.”
Maryland Crab Cake (and Brewery) Tour Day 23: Black Flag in Columbia and the delicious Timbuktu experience
Baltimore Positive
The 23rd day of the Maryland Crab Cake Tour presented by The Maryland Lottery, Goodwill, Window Nation and the Restaurant Association of Maryland took us to a place we hadn’t been in many years – Timbuktu in Elkridge en route to see Duran Duran at Merriweather Post Pavilion. Nile Rodgers stole the show but Timbuktu can stick those pimentos in my ‘cake anytime.
Andrews on Ravens enduring QB adversity: “I think this is going to make us a better team”
Baltimore Positive
The All-Pro tight end quipped he had “probably never” worked with rookie Anthony Brown from a passing standpoint.
Harbaugh has “no pronouncements” on status of Ravens QBs Jackson, Huntley for Saturday’s tilt in Cleveland
Baltimore Positive
Tyler Huntley remained in concussion protocol as of Monday afternoon.
By any means necessary in Pittsburgh
Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Baltimore Ravens finding a way to win in Pittsburgh
Can the Ravens own all of the Charm in this city?
Baltimore Positive
Local attorney Greg Stone of WTP Law discusses the Baltimore Ravens’ pursuit of the “Charm City” trademark and what it means for local business who already use those words as part of their brand. A fascinating discussion about who owns what and why.
Telling the tales of Skipjacks hockey and learning how to play in Baltimore
Baltimore Positive
Former Skipjacks center Tim Taylor tells Nestor about a beautiful life winning two Stanley Cups as a player and one as an executive now with the St. Louis Blues. A good life spent in hockey after learning his craft and struggling in Baltimore more than 30 years ago as a player in the AHL.
The story and emotions behind the story of “Baltimore, You Have No Idea”
Baltimore Positive
The Maryland Crab Cake Tour returned to Faidley’s at Lexington Market for a holiday visit with legendary columnist Dan Rodricks from The Baltimore Sun discussing Eric Bogosian, storytelling and taking his incredible career memoirs and the Baltimore characters met along the way to the stage at The BMA and his incredible stage production. And breaking news: it’s coming back in the spring! Go see it!
Stanley proud of “stereotypical kind of Ravens win” in Pittsburgh
Baltimore Positive
The left tackle was pleased to see the Ravens offensive line lead the way in the 16-14 win over the Steelers.
Roquan Smith on Ravens defense: “We’re only going to keep getting better”
Baltimore Positive
The linebacker intercepted a pass inside the red zone in his first time taking part in the Ravens-Steelers rivalry.
Maryland Crab Cake (and Brewery) Tour Day 22: Casey’s Crab in Laurel and Hysteria in Columbia en route to get The Fixx
Baltimore Positive
The 22nd day of the Maryland Crab Cake Tour presented by The Maryland Lottery, Goodwill, Window Nation and the Restaurant Association of Maryland found us rocking toward The Birchmere in Alexandria, Virginia but en route we got thirsty at Hysteria in Columbia and made a road stop at Casey’s Crab in Laurel where the owner insisted we go with the Crabmeat Cheesesteak. We’re glad we did!
Calais Campbell on Ravens taking down Pittsburgh: “I take great pride in just being in this rivalry”
Baltimore Positive
The 36-year-old blocked a field goal in the fourth quarter to help preserve a 16-14 victory.
From practice squad to victory in Pittsburgh: Anthony Brown makes memorable Ravens debut
Baltimore Positive
The undrafted rookie replaced Tyler Huntley, who suffered a concussion in the third quarter of Sunday’s win.
Rushing for 120 yards in return, Dobbins says he’s “still not me all the way yet”
Baltimore Positive
The third-year running back shined in his first action for the Ravens since Week 6.
Down to third-string rookie QB, Harbaugh praises Ravens for finding way in 16-14 win over Pittsburgh
Baltimore Positive
Baltimore intercepted three passes and blocked a field goal in the narrow victory over the Steelers.
Holidays? Celebrate!
Baltimore Positive
John Martin of Maryland Lottery updates Nestor on holiday and mobile sports wagering promotions and progress.
When it’s time to go back to Pittsburgh
Baltimore Positive
Nestor Aparicio joins Dennis Koulatsos to discuss Lamar Jackson, Snoop Huntley and needing to beat the Steelers in Pittsburgh
What does your website need?
Baltimore Positive
Our Chief Digital Officer Mike Rosenfeld of Web Connection tells Nestor the basics of modern day web needs for business and how it powers the world of commerce.
Judging the franchise that always gets its man
Baltimore Positive
Our sports talk pal in Houston Jake Asman joins Nestor to discuss modern sports radio and how the New York Yankees always sign their man. Some Aaron Judge, Lamar Jackson and Super Bowl Radio Row memories here.
Soccer so far in Qatar
Baltimore Positive
Longtime sports business executive and Georgetown professor Marty Conway joins Nestor to discuss the good and bad of the Qatar World Cup and future for America in 2026.
Centering up with Mike Flynn on offense and running the football
Baltimore Positive
The former Ravens center and Super Bowl XXXV champion comes home to talk family life after Broadway, 2001 parade memories and the future of Lamar Jackson and current offensive system.
Huntley preparing to start against rival Pittsburgh for second time in his career
Baltimore Positive
Backup Tyler Huntley will start in place of the injured Lamar Jackson in Week 14.
Harbaugh: “It looks like it’s going to be Tyler [Huntley] on Sunday”
Baltimore Positive
Lamar Jackson sat out the entire practice week with the left knee injury sustained against Denver.
Humphrey on Ravens’ big trip to Pittsburgh: “It feels really good to win at their place”
Baltimore Positive
Baltimore is eager to snap a four-game losing streak to its biggest rival.
Maryland Crab Cake (and Brewery) Tour Day 21: Manor Tavern and Inverness in beautiful Monkton
Baltimore Positive
The 21st day of the Maryland Crab Cake Tour presented by The Maryland Lottery, Goodwill, Window Nation and the Restaurant Association of Maryland we began an adventure at The Manor Tavern in Monkton that ended a week later with an amazing crab cake at the bar and at Inverness Brewing right around the corner. A beautiful part of Maryland to explore!
There’s no denial of the NIL in college basketball
Baltimore Positive
We went to an authority on college basketball to try to understand the new universe. Author and longtime chronicler of all things NCAA, hoops and “student athletes” John Feinstein tries to explain the wild, wild west of “Name Image and Likeness” NIL to Nestor as Terps hoops season begins under new head coach Kevin Willard.
A batch of reasons the Steelers can beat Ravens in Pittsburgh
Baltimore Positive
Former Steelers quarterback Charlie Batch joins Nestor from Pittsburgh for another holiday visit with the black and gold at The Confluence. It never changes.
Will the Pittsburgh Steelers rise again?
Baltimore Positive
Longtime Pittsburgh sportswriter Will Graves of The Associated Press says that what makes Mike Tomlin so eternal and effective as the Steelers’ leader isn’t always on display for the media.
Ravens’ Queen “pretty sure” he’ll be ready for Pittsburgh after initially fearing worst with thigh
Baltimore Positive
The third-year inside linebacker has been a limited practice participant since suffering a thigh bruise against Denver.
Morgan Moses says Ravens-Steelers rivalry “sticks out way more” than others in which he’s taken part
Baltimore Positive
The veteran right tackle will be playing in his first Baltimore-Pittsburgh game on Sunday afternoon.
Football and end of the year finance
Baltimore Positive
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss end of year football and college bowl season and some finance tips to be aware of before the ball drops on 2022.
Maryland Crab Cake (and Brewery) Tour Day 20: Once you go, you know
Baltimore Positive
The 20th day of the Maryland Crab Cake Tour presented by The Maryland Lottery, Goodwill, Window Nation and the Restaurant Association of Maryland we managed to pick up a legendary Angelina’s crab cake from a secret shipping location on Kent Island and a delicious beer at Ten Eyck Brewing in Queenstown.
A view from some of the empty seats at M&T Bank Stadium
Baltimore Positive
Dennis Koulatsos takes Nestor downtown for the Ravens unlikely win over the Broncos and strange atmosphere as Lamar Jackson goes down with a knee injury and Snoop Huntley saves the day.
Getting Weis this holiday with entertaining and fun snacks
Baltimore Positive
Christina Pelletier of Weis Markets talks holiday charcuterie boards and party planning ideas to keep the taste festive and healthy.
Chuck Clark honored to be named Ravens nominee for Walter Payton Man of the Year award
Baltimore Positive
“Just to see the guys who have come before me in my six years being in the league who have gotten that award and that nomination, it meant a lot to me honestly.”
Baltimore Positive
Baltimore Positive is the vision and the creative extension of four decades of sharing the love of local sports for this Dundalk native and University of Baltimore grad, who began his career as a sportswriter and music critic at The News American and The Baltimore Sun in the mid 1980s. Launched radio career in December 1991 with Kenny Albert after covering the AHL Skipjacks. Bought WNST-AM 1570 in July 1998, created WNST.net in 2007 and began diversifying conversations on radio, podcast and social media as Baltimore Positive in 2016. nes@baltimorepositive.com
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