The Recon: The dust up on January 6th and the careless words of Jack Del Rio in the echo chamber
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Don and Nestor discuss the careless words of Jack Del Rio on The Recon
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Do you remember when we broadcast sports radio from the Lord Baltimore Hotel alley?
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Local sports fan Daryl Baker joins Nestor to tell old studio stories from WLG and Lord Baltimore
Having a Banner conversation about the future of news and media in Baltimore
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Nestor welcomes The Baltimore Banner leadership team to Slainte to talk media and future of our city
Orioles bats can’t solve Fedde, Washington in 3-0 shutout loss
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Baltimore managed just four hits and dropped the opener of its brief two-game set with the Nationals.
What went wrong with Baltimore’s World Cup bid?
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Marty Conway joins Nestor to discuss what went wrong with Baltimore bid to host World Cup 2026
What is the future of baseball in urban centers?
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Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Sims talks baseball and its future with Nestor at Luna Del Sea
Addressing the future of Orioles, Preakness and the loss of World Cup with Mayor Scott
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Mayor Brandon Scott joins Nestor at Next Phaze Cafe to discuss future of sports in Baltimore
What are the questions that will linger all summer for Ravens?
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens chances of winning Super Bowl this season
Ravens QB coach Urban “could tell in the best way possible” Jackson put in work this offseason
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James Urban offered his impressions after getting his first in-person look at Lamar Jackson since the end of last season.
Harbaugh provides injury updates on final day of Ravens minicamp
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The head coach offered an encouraging update on left tackle Ronnie Stanley’s ankle.
Bateman, Proche “embrace” challenge of stepping up in wake of Marquise Brown’s exit
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“There’s like rookie receivers everywhere going crazy, and everybody is talking about us. But we embrace it. It’s a challenge.”
Jackson says he’s had contract talks this week, expects to remain with Ravens
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The 2019 NFL MVP dismissed the notion that he feels he needs to win a Super Bowl to be worthy of a lucrative extension.
Duvernay on young Ravens receivers needing to step up: “They drafted us for a reason”
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“We’re just trying to prove ourselves. We know what we can do. We all believe in each other. No matter what the media says, what other people say, we don’t pay attention to any of that.”
Hewitt excited to see revamped Ravens secondary bring “element of surprise” against opponents
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“I’ve always believed in guys that are interchangeable, guys that are able to do different jobs and go out there and go play.”
Madubuike on Calais Campbell’s leadership: “What more can you ask for?”
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“He’s a Year 15 guy, so he knows the ins and outs of the National Football League. He’s a great guy, great player, Walter Payton Man of the Year.”
Tee Martin says Ravens wide receivers “have a chip on their shoulder” to prove doubters wrong
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“When we don’t draft a wide receiver, what the organization is saying to you is, ‘We brought you here for a reason, and it’s your time.’”
Humphrey excited to see how Kyle Hamilton plays in full pads for Ravens
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“Everybody can look good in shorts and a t-shirt, so I’m excited for him and all of the other guys that I think are going to be a really big help to us this year.”
Mark Andrews says “sky is the limit” for Bateman entering second year with Ravens
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“He’s getting open at the line super, super quick, and then he’s got a burst of speed that people don’t really talk about.”
Campbell on entering 15th NFL season: “God just gave me a pure love for the game”
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Once he decided to return in 2022, Calais Campbell said he was confident he would stay with the Ravens.
Harbaugh says Lamar Jackson’s return “boosted everybody’s spirits a little bit”
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The Ravens head coach had nothing but praise for the star quarterback after his first practice in Owings Mills since last December.
Entering third season, Queen wants to become every-down player for Ravens
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“I’m comfortable now. Everything is in a rhythm, so now that I can be in those positions, I can stay on the field all the time now.”
Former undrafted linebacker Orr aims to help Queen realize first-round potential for Ravens
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“I honestly believe that [if] he continues to get better, continues to grow, continues to work on the little details, he can be one of the best linebackers in the National Football League.”
New tight ends coach Godsey: “I’ve loved every minute about” being with Ravens
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With established veterans and two fourth-round rookies, George Godsey has no shortage of talent in his position group.
Lighter and healthier, Ravens tight end Boyle feels “really, really good right now”
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“This whole process for me, going through this whole injury has been a lot. Just staying motivated and just keep working every single day.”
Ivan Bates makes his case in the race for State’s Attorney in Baltimore County
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Ivan Bates discusses Gun Trace Task Force and his campaign for Baltimore City State’s Attorney
Talking a long walk through East Baltimore campaign trail with Clippinger
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Delegate Luke Clippinger discusses his 19-mile walk through the 46th District on campaign trail from Luna Del Sea and the Maryland Crab Cake Tour.
Two decades of downtown excellence at Luna Del Sea
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Discussing two decades of downtown deliciousness and crab cakes with Tony Assadi at Luna Del Sea
Challenging folks to find the best crab cake this fall in Laurel
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When Nestor set out to eat every crab cake he knew the judging and prizes would come next. Let local networking guru Doug Butschky tell you about his Crab Cake Challenge in Laurel in September.
Orioles club five homers to flatten Cubs in 9-3 final
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Austin Hays hit the seventh home run to land in the second deck in the history of Oriole Park at Camden Yards.
The goals of Junior Achievement for youth locally
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Mandy Snyder educates Nestor about the local power of Junior Achievement for young citizens
Sixth District candidate Hinton discusses new ballot in eastern Baltimore County
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Shafiyq Hinton tells Nestor and Don about his council campaign in 6th District of Baltimore County
Our country has a problem with guns
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Don and Nestor discuss sensible solutions for the gun issues in America on The Recon
Would you come to work if you didn’t have to?
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Bill Cole and Nestor discuss sports, football, practice, America and coming to work in summertime
Why this Terps lacrosse title was different than the rest
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Bruce Posner tells Nestor the lore and legend of the undefeated Maryland Terps NCAA lacrosse crown
Showing you the money on summer scratchoffs
Baltimore Positive
John Martin of The Maryland Lottery discusses summer fun and scratchoff ideology
The Godz of experimental rock and an outlet for the music memories of Larry Kessler
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Nestor and Gregg Kessler pay tribute to The Godz and music of Larry Kessler in Highlandtown
Telling the old purple stories one more time
Baltimore Positive
Leonard Raskin joins Nestor at Nick’s to discuss Memorial Day magic and summer family getaways
Finding oysters and beer and the ponies on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour at Nick’s
Baltimore Positive
Going to bet the races in Timonium at Nick’s Grandstand with owner Tommy Chagouris. Ever been to Prince Edward Island for oysters? Nestor tells the tale of the tall bridge and steep Canadian toll.
Hustling across Maryland on bike to help Ulman fight cancer
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Peter Watts tells Nestor of The Hustle and his cancer bike ride across Maryland in July
Discussing latest setback in Orioles rebuild and need for patience after Rutschman’s slow start
Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss ramifications of injury to Orioles pitching prospect Grayson Rodriguez
The Recon: The dust up on January 6th and the careless words of Jack Del Rio in the echo chamber
Baltimore Positive
Don and Nestor discuss the careless words of Jack Del Rio on The Recon
Do you remember when we broadcast sports radio from the Lord Baltimore Hotel alley?
Baltimore Positive
Local sports fan Daryl Baker joins Nestor to tell old studio stories from WLG and Lord Baltimore
Having a Banner conversation about the future of news and media in Baltimore
Baltimore Positive
Nestor welcomes The Baltimore Banner leadership team to Slainte to talk media and future of our city
Orioles bats can’t solve Fedde, Washington in 3-0 shutout loss
Baltimore Positive
Baltimore managed just four hits and dropped the opener of its brief two-game set with the Nationals.
What went wrong with Baltimore’s World Cup bid?
Baltimore Positive
Marty Conway joins Nestor to discuss what went wrong with Baltimore bid to host World Cup 2026
What is the future of baseball in urban centers?
Baltimore Positive
Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Sims talks baseball and its future with Nestor at Luna Del Sea
Addressing the future of Orioles, Preakness and the loss of World Cup with Mayor Scott
Baltimore Positive
Mayor Brandon Scott joins Nestor at Next Phaze Cafe to discuss future of sports in Baltimore
What are the questions that will linger all summer for Ravens?
Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens chances of winning Super Bowl this season
Ravens QB coach Urban “could tell in the best way possible” Jackson put in work this offseason
Baltimore Positive
James Urban offered his impressions after getting his first in-person look at Lamar Jackson since the end of last season.
Harbaugh provides injury updates on final day of Ravens minicamp
Baltimore Positive
The head coach offered an encouraging update on left tackle Ronnie Stanley’s ankle.
Bateman, Proche “embrace” challenge of stepping up in wake of Marquise Brown’s exit
Baltimore Positive
“There’s like rookie receivers everywhere going crazy, and everybody is talking about us. But we embrace it. It’s a challenge.”
Jackson says he’s had contract talks this week, expects to remain with Ravens
Baltimore Positive
The 2019 NFL MVP dismissed the notion that he feels he needs to win a Super Bowl to be worthy of a lucrative extension.
Duvernay on young Ravens receivers needing to step up: “They drafted us for a reason”
Baltimore Positive
“We’re just trying to prove ourselves. We know what we can do. We all believe in each other. No matter what the media says, what other people say, we don’t pay attention to any of that.”
Hewitt excited to see revamped Ravens secondary bring “element of surprise” against opponents
Baltimore Positive
“I’ve always believed in guys that are interchangeable, guys that are able to do different jobs and go out there and go play.”
Madubuike on Calais Campbell’s leadership: “What more can you ask for?”
Baltimore Positive
“He’s a Year 15 guy, so he knows the ins and outs of the National Football League. He’s a great guy, great player, Walter Payton Man of the Year.”
Tee Martin says Ravens wide receivers “have a chip on their shoulder” to prove doubters wrong
Baltimore Positive
“When we don’t draft a wide receiver, what the organization is saying to you is, ‘We brought you here for a reason, and it’s your time.’”
Humphrey excited to see how Kyle Hamilton plays in full pads for Ravens
Baltimore Positive
“Everybody can look good in shorts and a t-shirt, so I’m excited for him and all of the other guys that I think are going to be a really big help to us this year.”
Mark Andrews says “sky is the limit” for Bateman entering second year with Ravens
Baltimore Positive
“He’s getting open at the line super, super quick, and then he’s got a burst of speed that people don’t really talk about.”
Campbell on entering 15th NFL season: “God just gave me a pure love for the game”
Baltimore Positive
Once he decided to return in 2022, Calais Campbell said he was confident he would stay with the Ravens.
Harbaugh says Lamar Jackson’s return “boosted everybody’s spirits a little bit”
Baltimore Positive
The Ravens head coach had nothing but praise for the star quarterback after his first practice in Owings Mills since last December.
Entering third season, Queen wants to become every-down player for Ravens
Baltimore Positive
“I’m comfortable now. Everything is in a rhythm, so now that I can be in those positions, I can stay on the field all the time now.”
Former undrafted linebacker Orr aims to help Queen realize first-round potential for Ravens
Baltimore Positive
“I honestly believe that [if] he continues to get better, continues to grow, continues to work on the little details, he can be one of the best linebackers in the National Football League.”
New tight ends coach Godsey: “I’ve loved every minute about” being with Ravens
Baltimore Positive
With established veterans and two fourth-round rookies, George Godsey has no shortage of talent in his position group.
Lighter and healthier, Ravens tight end Boyle feels “really, really good right now”
Baltimore Positive
“This whole process for me, going through this whole injury has been a lot. Just staying motivated and just keep working every single day.”
Ivan Bates makes his case in the race for State’s Attorney in Baltimore County
Baltimore Positive
Ivan Bates discusses Gun Trace Task Force and his campaign for Baltimore City State’s Attorney
Talking a long walk through East Baltimore campaign trail with Clippinger
Baltimore Positive
Delegate Luke Clippinger discusses his 19-mile walk through the 46th District on campaign trail from Luna Del Sea and the Maryland Crab Cake Tour.
Two decades of downtown excellence at Luna Del Sea
Baltimore Positive
Discussing two decades of downtown deliciousness and crab cakes with Tony Assadi at Luna Del Sea
Challenging folks to find the best crab cake this fall in Laurel
Baltimore Positive
When Nestor set out to eat every crab cake he knew the judging and prizes would come next. Let local networking guru Doug Butschky tell you about his Crab Cake Challenge in Laurel in September.
Orioles club five homers to flatten Cubs in 9-3 final
Baltimore Positive
Austin Hays hit the seventh home run to land in the second deck in the history of Oriole Park at Camden Yards.
The goals of Junior Achievement for youth locally
Baltimore Positive
Mandy Snyder educates Nestor about the local power of Junior Achievement for young citizens
Sixth District candidate Hinton discusses new ballot in eastern Baltimore County
Baltimore Positive
Shafiyq Hinton tells Nestor and Don about his council campaign in 6th District of Baltimore County
Our country has a problem with guns
Baltimore Positive
Don and Nestor discuss sensible solutions for the gun issues in America on The Recon
Would you come to work if you didn’t have to?
Baltimore Positive
Bill Cole and Nestor discuss sports, football, practice, America and coming to work in summertime
Why this Terps lacrosse title was different than the rest
Baltimore Positive
Bruce Posner tells Nestor the lore and legend of the undefeated Maryland Terps NCAA lacrosse crown
Showing you the money on summer scratchoffs
Baltimore Positive
John Martin of The Maryland Lottery discusses summer fun and scratchoff ideology
The Godz of experimental rock and an outlet for the music memories of Larry Kessler
Baltimore Positive
Nestor and Gregg Kessler pay tribute to The Godz and music of Larry Kessler in Highlandtown
Telling the old purple stories one more time
Baltimore Positive
Leonard Raskin joins Nestor at Nick’s to discuss Memorial Day magic and summer family getaways
Finding oysters and beer and the ponies on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour at Nick’s
Baltimore Positive
Going to bet the races in Timonium at Nick’s Grandstand with owner Tommy Chagouris. Ever been to Prince Edward Island for oysters? Nestor tells the tale of the tall bridge and steep Canadian toll.
Hustling across Maryland on bike to help Ulman fight cancer
Baltimore Positive
Peter Watts tells Nestor of The Hustle and his cancer bike ride across Maryland in July
Discussing latest setback in Orioles rebuild and need for patience after Rutschman’s slow start
Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss ramifications of injury to Orioles pitching prospect Grayson Rodriguez
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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