Coming back downtown and feeling safe again
Baltimore Positive
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor ponder a return to Camden Yards to gauge orange fever of Orioles Magic
Baltimore Positive
1st Maryland Crab Cake Tour: Day 18 Rocking down to an Eastern Shore-style ‘cake at Crisfield Seafood in Silver Spring
Baltimore Positive
Dundalk unmasked in Silver Spring al fresco and rocking with John Allen of Stone Horses. The Maryland Crab Cake Tour remains about friends and places. And, well, beer too…
To squeegee or not to squeegee
Baltimore Positive
Bill Cole and Nestor discuss squeegee boys and the future of downtown Baltimore
What made the first overall pick a “Holliday” for the Orioles?
Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles 1-1 selection of Oklahoma high school SS Jackson Holliday
Making the case for Lamar Jackson to be paid before the season starts
Baltimore Positive
While it’s unclear whether there will be a long-term deal anytime soon for the Baltimore Ravens and Lamar Jackson, Luke Jones and Nestor don’t blame the former MVP and star-of-the-show for wanting to be paid like DeShaun Watson this summer.
1st Maryland Crab Cake Tour: Day 17 Historic Havre de Grace and the deck at MacGregor’s
Baltimore Positive
On the 17th day of the Maryland Crab Cake Tour in 2021, Nestor sought the advice of many folks for
Celebrating National Ice Cream by going to the tasty place where they make the Weis stuff
Baltimore Positive
Hannah Gratti of Weis Markets invites Nestor up to beautiful Sunbury, Pennsylvania for a dairy tour and seasonal tasting this week to celebrate the national holiday everyone can agree is delicious. What’s your favorite Weis ice cream flavor? More than 50 to choose from next time you’re in the frozen aisle.
1st Maryland Crab Cake Tour: Day 16 The double-yolk Crab Bomb at Jerry’s Seafood in Bowie with Michael Steele
Baltimore Positive
Nestor has long called Michael Steele “his favorite Republican” but this was the first time they’d dined together while discussing the state of the world in the summer of 2021. Who says that folks who disagree can’t have fun? The Maryland Crab Cake Tour brings folks together. One flag. One mission. One crab bomb at a time in Bowie.
1st Maryland Crab Cake Tour: Day 15 Taking the Oxford Ferry from Bellevue for a brunch ‘cake at Robert Morris Inn
Baltimore Positive
When you’ve lived in Maryland for half a century and still learn about places and things. Nothing more historic than this ferry. Go along for a ride from Bellevue to Oxford and a panko-crusted tarragon unique ‘cake at the Robert Morris Inn.
1st Maryland Crab Cake Tour: Day 14 “Never had a finer crab cake than this one…” he said in Hoopers Island
Baltimore Positive
We did not pick a “best crab cake” on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour but we’ll say that we had none finer than this most remote of locations in the most awesome setting. Next time, we’ll get some oysters, too! Watch the Old Salty’s videos and you’ll know that we know and now you know…
Another weekend at St. Andrew’s and those giant traps
Baltimore Positive
PGA pro Ed Miller of Mount Pleasant joins Nestor to discuss a weekend of British Open and many ways to get on a course yourself locally at Classic 5 Golf locations.
1st Maryland Crab Cake Tour: Day 13 Paying tribute to Bill Burton and outrunning a Cambridge summer storm at Ocean Odyssey
Baltimore Positive
Finally walking on the bridge named for Nestor’s former colleague at The Baltimore Evening Sun, the late, great Bill Burton. And a very tasty crab cake on a special day at Ocean Odyssey in Cambridge. We’ll be back for the RAR beer soon enough…
Underdog Orioles streaking into surprisingly fun season of relevancy
Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the unbeatable Birds and sudden summer of Orioles Magic
1st Maryland Crab Cake Tour: Day 12 A bridge, a view and a breeze in beautiful Chesapeake City
Baltimore Positive
On the 12th day of the Maryland #CrabCakeTour in 2021, Nestor had his sights set on the Jimmy Buffett and The Coral Reefers evening of beautiful music in Camden, New Jersey and made Cecil County his destination. On the tour, Nestor hit all 24 counties and jurisdictions across the state so he could see and taste the local vibe.
The Key in Dundalk is loving beer
Baltimore Positive
Mike McDonald of Key Brewing joins Nestor for a Dundalk Calling and an IPA beer chat at Costas
Getting you hungry for Restaurant Week way ahead of time
Baltimore Positive
Marshall Weston of R.A.M. tells Nestor how mid-September Restaurant Week will work across the state
1st Maryland Crab Cake Tour: Day 11 Finding a place in Annapolis where they make ’em like they did back at Memorial Stadium
Baltimore Positive
A delightful throw back to the way my Mom made ’em and they way they tasted in the Memorial Stadium press box at Davis’ Pub in Eastport Annapolis. And a all-too-rare tartar sauce victory and proper saltines!
Eight straight: Surging Orioles sweep away Angels in 9-5 win
Baltimore Positive
“It’s just this weird aura, vibe — I don’t know what’s going on. But it’s awesome.”
Jorge Lopez on receiving Orioles’ All-Star nod: “It’s so special”
Baltimore Positive
The 29-year-old closer will represent the Orioles at Dodger Stadium next week.
A million reasons to scratch for victory
Baltimore Positive
John Martin discusses a million reasons to play new Show Me scratchoff from Maryland Lottery
Summertime, watching the O’s and waiting on Ravens
Baltimore Positive
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss summer nights, hot dogs and getting ready for Ravens season
Does Mancini have a future with Orioles?
Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones and Nestor get caught up on Orioles baseball as Nats come to Camden Yards
1st Maryland Crab Cake Tour: Day 10 How sweet it is to have James Taylor perform at Merriweather after delicious Leelynn’s ‘cake
Baltimore Positive
On the tenth day of the Maryland #CrabCakeTour in 2021, Nestor had August 10th circled as “Howard County” all along with James Taylor and Jackson Browne performing at Merriweather Post Pavilion.
Kenny Albert tells Nestor about The Goose he knew and eulogized
Baltimore Positive
Kenny Albert tells Nestor about The Goose he knew and eulogized
The shadows of the dark web and terrorism in America
Baltimore Positive
Mike Rosenfeld and Nestor discuss the connections of dark web to guns and mass murders in America
For the love of basketball
Baltimore Positive
Terry Hosley describes excitement of Ones hoops league of Tracy McGrady and going to Las Vegas
1st Maryland Crab Cake Tour: Day 9 Simple and perfect at Maggie’s in Westminster
Baltimore Positive
Making a good decision in Westminster at Maggie’s on Maryland Crab Cake Tour Day 9
What does Angelos v. Angelos mean for fans of Orioles and future of Baltimore?
Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones and Nestor try to interpret lawsuit of Angelos versus Angelos and Orioles future
Passing judgment on Mr. Hyde as Orioles improvement becomes apparent
Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones and Nestor take note of the surging and improving Baltimore Orioles as they head West
What did we really learn from the words of Lamar?
Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the words of Lamar Jackson and his future with Baltimore Ravens
1st Maryland Crab Cake Tour: Day 8 Searching Solomons for the perfect ‘cake
Baltimore Positive
Finding sunlight and Southern Maryland charm on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour Day 8 stop at The Lighthouse in Solomons
1st Maryland Crab Cake Tour: Day 7 Double duty at Captain Billy’s in Pope’s Creek and Courtney’s in Wynne
Baltimore Positive
Nestor did double duty with a pair of tasty ‘cakes in Southern Maryland. Leaving from National Harbor and headed south, our first stop was at Captain Billy’s in Pope’s Creek overlooking the Potomac River and Route 301 bridge to Virginia. Then after a rainy trip to St. Mary’s City, Nestor and Jenn headed to Courtney’s in ultra remote Wynne, Maryland near the tip of Point Lookout.
1st Maryland Crab Cake Tour: Day 6 A Hawaiian crab cake on the shores of National Harbor with Congresswoman Donna Edwards
Baltimore Positive
On Day 6 of the 1st Maryland Crab Cake Tour in August 2021, Congresswoman Donna Edwards joins Nestor at Crab Cake Cafe at beautiful National Harbor.
Putting The Wire into local perspective two decades later
Baltimore Positive
Ron Cassie of Baltimore Magazine gives Nestor and Don a hard look at The Wire two decades later
When the tables are turned and Jayne Miller gets the tough questions
Baltimore Positive
The great Jayne Miller of WBAL tells Don and Nestor about her passion for Baltimore and ways to improve our city as the Maryland Crab Cake Tour continues at El Guapo in Catonsville.
All hail four decades of brilliant local journalism from Jayne Miller
Baltimore Positive
Legendary WBAL journalist Jayne Miller discusses the importance of local news and tough questions as the Maryland Crab Cake Tour gets back on the road at El Guapo in Catonsville.
Coming to Coppin State to make a difference in West Baltimore
Baltimore Positive
Anthony Jenkins tells Nestor and Don why he chose Coppin State and role in lifting West Baltimore.
Explaining how those buildings and complexes get built in Baltimore County
Baltimore Positive
Nick Stewart and Pat Keller join a spirited chat about use of land for Baltimore County development.
Who was responsible for the attack on our nation’s Capitol last January 6th?
Baltimore Positive
Don and Nestor do a State Fare version of The Recon with guns, politicians, death and baseball
Telling the story of Coppin State and history of HBCUs with President Jenkins
Baltimore Positive
Coppin State President Anthony Jenkins discusses modern role of HBCU schools with Nestor and Don
Coming back downtown and feeling safe again
Baltimore Positive
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor ponder a return to Camden Yards to gauge orange fever of Orioles Magic
1st Maryland Crab Cake Tour: Day 18 Rocking down to an Eastern Shore-style ‘cake at Crisfield Seafood in Silver Spring
Baltimore Positive
Dundalk unmasked in Silver Spring al fresco and rocking with John Allen of Stone Horses. The Maryland Crab Cake Tour remains about friends and places. And, well, beer too…
To squeegee or not to squeegee
Baltimore Positive
Bill Cole and Nestor discuss squeegee boys and the future of downtown Baltimore
What made the first overall pick a “Holliday” for the Orioles?
Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles 1-1 selection of Oklahoma high school SS Jackson Holliday
Making the case for Lamar Jackson to be paid before the season starts
Baltimore Positive
While it’s unclear whether there will be a long-term deal anytime soon for the Baltimore Ravens and Lamar Jackson, Luke Jones and Nestor don’t blame the former MVP and star-of-the-show for wanting to be paid like DeShaun Watson this summer.
1st Maryland Crab Cake Tour: Day 17 Historic Havre de Grace and the deck at MacGregor’s
Baltimore Positive
On the 17th day of the Maryland Crab Cake Tour in 2021, Nestor sought the advice of many folks for
Celebrating National Ice Cream by going to the tasty place where they make the Weis stuff
Baltimore Positive
Hannah Gratti of Weis Markets invites Nestor up to beautiful Sunbury, Pennsylvania for a dairy tour and seasonal tasting this week to celebrate the national holiday everyone can agree is delicious. What’s your favorite Weis ice cream flavor? More than 50 to choose from next time you’re in the frozen aisle.
1st Maryland Crab Cake Tour: Day 16 The double-yolk Crab Bomb at Jerry’s Seafood in Bowie with Michael Steele
Baltimore Positive
Nestor has long called Michael Steele “his favorite Republican” but this was the first time they’d dined together while discussing the state of the world in the summer of 2021. Who says that folks who disagree can’t have fun? The Maryland Crab Cake Tour brings folks together. One flag. One mission. One crab bomb at a time in Bowie.
1st Maryland Crab Cake Tour: Day 15 Taking the Oxford Ferry from Bellevue for a brunch ‘cake at Robert Morris Inn
Baltimore Positive
When you’ve lived in Maryland for half a century and still learn about places and things. Nothing more historic than this ferry. Go along for a ride from Bellevue to Oxford and a panko-crusted tarragon unique ‘cake at the Robert Morris Inn.
1st Maryland Crab Cake Tour: Day 14 “Never had a finer crab cake than this one…” he said in Hoopers Island
Baltimore Positive
We did not pick a “best crab cake” on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour but we’ll say that we had none finer than this most remote of locations in the most awesome setting. Next time, we’ll get some oysters, too! Watch the Old Salty’s videos and you’ll know that we know and now you know…
Another weekend at St. Andrew’s and those giant traps
Baltimore Positive
PGA pro Ed Miller of Mount Pleasant joins Nestor to discuss a weekend of British Open and many ways to get on a course yourself locally at Classic 5 Golf locations.
1st Maryland Crab Cake Tour: Day 13 Paying tribute to Bill Burton and outrunning a Cambridge summer storm at Ocean Odyssey
Baltimore Positive
Finally walking on the bridge named for Nestor’s former colleague at The Baltimore Evening Sun, the late, great Bill Burton. And a very tasty crab cake on a special day at Ocean Odyssey in Cambridge. We’ll be back for the RAR beer soon enough…
Underdog Orioles streaking into surprisingly fun season of relevancy
Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the unbeatable Birds and sudden summer of Orioles Magic
1st Maryland Crab Cake Tour: Day 12 A bridge, a view and a breeze in beautiful Chesapeake City
Baltimore Positive
On the 12th day of the Maryland #CrabCakeTour in 2021, Nestor had his sights set on the Jimmy Buffett and The Coral Reefers evening of beautiful music in Camden, New Jersey and made Cecil County his destination. On the tour, Nestor hit all 24 counties and jurisdictions across the state so he could see and taste the local vibe.
The Key in Dundalk is loving beer
Baltimore Positive
Mike McDonald of Key Brewing joins Nestor for a Dundalk Calling and an IPA beer chat at Costas
Getting you hungry for Restaurant Week way ahead of time
Baltimore Positive
Marshall Weston of R.A.M. tells Nestor how mid-September Restaurant Week will work across the state
1st Maryland Crab Cake Tour: Day 11 Finding a place in Annapolis where they make ’em like they did back at Memorial Stadium
Baltimore Positive
A delightful throw back to the way my Mom made ’em and they way they tasted in the Memorial Stadium press box at Davis’ Pub in Eastport Annapolis. And a all-too-rare tartar sauce victory and proper saltines!
Eight straight: Surging Orioles sweep away Angels in 9-5 win
Baltimore Positive
“It’s just this weird aura, vibe — I don’t know what’s going on. But it’s awesome.”
Jorge Lopez on receiving Orioles’ All-Star nod: “It’s so special”
Baltimore Positive
The 29-year-old closer will represent the Orioles at Dodger Stadium next week.
A million reasons to scratch for victory
Baltimore Positive
John Martin discusses a million reasons to play new Show Me scratchoff from Maryland Lottery
Summertime, watching the O’s and waiting on Ravens
Baltimore Positive
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss summer nights, hot dogs and getting ready for Ravens season
Does Mancini have a future with Orioles?
Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones and Nestor get caught up on Orioles baseball as Nats come to Camden Yards
1st Maryland Crab Cake Tour: Day 10 How sweet it is to have James Taylor perform at Merriweather after delicious Leelynn’s ‘cake
Baltimore Positive
On the tenth day of the Maryland #CrabCakeTour in 2021, Nestor had August 10th circled as “Howard County” all along with James Taylor and Jackson Browne performing at Merriweather Post Pavilion.
Kenny Albert tells Nestor about The Goose he knew and eulogized
Baltimore Positive
Kenny Albert tells Nestor about The Goose he knew and eulogized
The shadows of the dark web and terrorism in America
Baltimore Positive
Mike Rosenfeld and Nestor discuss the connections of dark web to guns and mass murders in America
For the love of basketball
Baltimore Positive
Terry Hosley describes excitement of Ones hoops league of Tracy McGrady and going to Las Vegas
1st Maryland Crab Cake Tour: Day 9 Simple and perfect at Maggie’s in Westminster
Baltimore Positive
Making a good decision in Westminster at Maggie’s on Maryland Crab Cake Tour Day 9
What does Angelos v. Angelos mean for fans of Orioles and future of Baltimore?
Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones and Nestor try to interpret lawsuit of Angelos versus Angelos and Orioles future
Passing judgment on Mr. Hyde as Orioles improvement becomes apparent
Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones and Nestor take note of the surging and improving Baltimore Orioles as they head West
What did we really learn from the words of Lamar?
Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the words of Lamar Jackson and his future with Baltimore Ravens
1st Maryland Crab Cake Tour: Day 8 Searching Solomons for the perfect ‘cake
Baltimore Positive
Finding sunlight and Southern Maryland charm on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour Day 8 stop at The Lighthouse in Solomons
1st Maryland Crab Cake Tour: Day 7 Double duty at Captain Billy’s in Pope’s Creek and Courtney’s in Wynne
Baltimore Positive
Nestor did double duty with a pair of tasty ‘cakes in Southern Maryland. Leaving from National Harbor and headed south, our first stop was at Captain Billy’s in Pope’s Creek overlooking the Potomac River and Route 301 bridge to Virginia. Then after a rainy trip to St. Mary’s City, Nestor and Jenn headed to Courtney’s in ultra remote Wynne, Maryland near the tip of Point Lookout.
1st Maryland Crab Cake Tour: Day 6 A Hawaiian crab cake on the shores of National Harbor with Congresswoman Donna Edwards
Baltimore Positive
On Day 6 of the 1st Maryland Crab Cake Tour in August 2021, Congresswoman Donna Edwards joins Nestor at Crab Cake Cafe at beautiful National Harbor.
Putting The Wire into local perspective two decades later
Baltimore Positive
Ron Cassie of Baltimore Magazine gives Nestor and Don a hard look at The Wire two decades later
When the tables are turned and Jayne Miller gets the tough questions
Baltimore Positive
The great Jayne Miller of WBAL tells Don and Nestor about her passion for Baltimore and ways to improve our city as the Maryland Crab Cake Tour continues at El Guapo in Catonsville.
All hail four decades of brilliant local journalism from Jayne Miller
Baltimore Positive
Legendary WBAL journalist Jayne Miller discusses the importance of local news and tough questions as the Maryland Crab Cake Tour gets back on the road at El Guapo in Catonsville.
Coming to Coppin State to make a difference in West Baltimore
Baltimore Positive
Anthony Jenkins tells Nestor and Don why he chose Coppin State and role in lifting West Baltimore.
Explaining how those buildings and complexes get built in Baltimore County
Baltimore Positive
Nick Stewart and Pat Keller join a spirited chat about use of land for Baltimore County development.
Who was responsible for the attack on our nation’s Capitol last January 6th?
Baltimore Positive
Don and Nestor do a State Fare version of The Recon with guns, politicians, death and baseball
Telling the story of Coppin State and history of HBCUs with President Jenkins
Baltimore Positive
Coppin State President Anthony Jenkins discusses modern role of HBCU schools with Nestor and Don
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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