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Luke Jones

Ravens’ start has “super” company, but finishing is what matters

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The "soul crusher" wasn't there when Baltimore needed it in the fourth quarter of Sunday's near-collapse in Philadelphia.
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Local

The many late mistakes and scare will be the story of a Ravens win in Philly

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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the many sins and errors that led to a near Eagles comeback in Philadelphia that would have really soured a bye week. Instead the Ravens are 5-1 and talking about needing to get better.
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Baltimore Positive Classic

Bringing federal solutions for local problems during pandemic

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Economist Anirban Basu brings sage wisdom and some real ideas and concepts for bringing back revenue and stimulating industry in the aftermath of this COVID-19 crisis.
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Local

Extolling the virtues of beating the Philadelphia Eagles every four years

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It's like the Olympics. You only get one crack at it every 48 months. So even an ugly win in Philly is perfectly acceptable to Nestor and Luke.
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Local

Ravens coaches will have plenty of teachable moments in aftermath of Eagles late scare

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Luke Jones and Nestor recap shaky late effort in Ravens razor-thin win over Eagles
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Ravens

Jackson says Ravens offense “really just stopped ourselves” against Eagles

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The offense committed too many penalties and once again struggled to sustain drives, allowing Philadelphia to climb back into the game.
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Ravens’ start has “super” company, but finishing is what matters

The "soul crusher" wasn't there when Baltimore needed it in the fourth quarter of Sunday's near-collapse in Philadelphia.
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Local

The many late mistakes and scare will be the story of a Ravens win in Philly

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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the many sins and errors that led to a near Eagles comeback in Philadelphia that would have really soured a bye week. Instead the Ravens are 5-1 and talking about needing to get better.
Read more
Baltimore Positive Classic

Bringing federal solutions for local problems during pandemic

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Economist Anirban Basu brings sage wisdom and some real ideas and concepts for bringing back revenue and stimulating industry in the aftermath of this COVID-19 crisis.
Read more
Local

Extolling the virtues of beating the Philadelphia Eagles every four years

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It's like the Olympics. You only get one crack at it every 48 months. So even an ugly win in Philly is perfectly acceptable to Nestor and Luke.
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Luke Jones

Bye comes at right time as Ingram, two other Ravens exit Sunday’s win with injuries

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The Pro Bowl running back sat out the second half after injuring his left ankle.
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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

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Exposing the monsters of the Gun Trace Task Force

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Of all of the crimes against the citizens of Baltimore in recent times, nothing compares to the gruesome ugliness of the Gun Trace Task Force and how police officers weaponized their badges to become deadly criminals at taxpayer expense.
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The sacrifice of Colin Kaepernick in the fight for social justice in the modern NFL

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Baltimore author Mike Freeman discusses life as a Mt. St. Joe student and lifer NFL writer. His new book "Football's Fearless Activists" chronicles The Knee, the words of Donald Trump and the machine of the National Football League.
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Ravens defensive tackle Brandon Williams placed on reserve-COVID-19 list

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The 31-year-old veteran came in close contact with an infected person and hadn't tested positive himself as of Saturday afternoon.
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When is the help coming from Congress?

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Former Lt. Governor of Maryland and current 4th District Congressman Anthony Brown discusses the frustrations and many logjams and stalls for progress on Capitol Hill.
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Extolling the virtues of beating the Philadelphia Eagles every four years

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It's like the Olympics. You only get one crack at it every 48 months. So even an ugly win in Philly is perfectly acceptable to Nestor and Luke.
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LOCAL DISCUSSION

The sacrifice of Colin Kaepernick in the fight for social justice in the modern NFL

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Baltimore author Mike Freeman discusses life as a Mt. St. Joe student and lifer NFL writer. His new book "Football's Fearless Activists" chronicles The Knee, the words of Donald Trump and the machine of the National Football League.
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What do you remember about college?

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In the quest to find every living awesome mentor he ever had during Teacher Appreciation Month, Nestor catches up with his media professor Julie Simon at UB for the first time in three decades. His obsession with Marshall McLuhan theory continues...

Every vote counts and every vote must be counted

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With all of the bluster about rigged elections and the sabotaging of the United States Postal Service, let Todd Schuler tell you about how it really works with ballots when you are a candidate for public office.

Gambling on modern football is a little different this time in Philly

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Because it's Eagles Week here for Ravens fans, it's a good time to reach to veteran radio producer Jimmy Shapiro for a discussion on gambling on modern football, what happens in Las Vegas and life as a displaced Philadelphia Eagles fan in rainy Seattle.

Former Secretary of State John Willis discusses safe and fair elections in America

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Continuing Election And Voting Awareness Education Week here. We're going to the experts in Annapolis and around the state to get you answers about how to get a ballot and make it count. Also the myth of voter fraud…

Just how much do the Ravens miss Marshal Yanda in running game?

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The Godfather of modern football analytics Aaron Schatz of Football Outsiders talks Ravens statistical trends for this season vs. last year's juggernaut with Lamar Jackson.

Speaker Nancy Pelosi comes home to Baltimore to discuss the 25th Amendment and why you need to vote

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To kick off the all new Baltimore Positive platform, we welcomed the Madame Speaker from Little Italy to the show to discuss the state of America during COVID and how we move forward as a nation.

Exposing the monsters of the Gun Trace Task Force

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Of all of the crimes against the citizens of Baltimore in recent times, nothing compares to the gruesome ugliness of the Gun Trace Task Force and how police officers weaponized their badges to become deadly criminals at taxpayer expense.
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How can Congress help Baltimoreans during COVID? We asked Dutch…

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Our first-ever chat at Baltimore Positive was with Congressman Dutch Ruppersberger during better times in April 2019. Now with the election and COVID and Ravens' season all very much in progress, we took some serious citizen time with Dutch.
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SPORTS

Ravens

Campbell dominates overmatched Eagles line with three sacks

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The veteran defensive end stepped up in a major way with Brandon Williams and Derek Wolfe sidelined against Philadelphia.
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Ravens

Orlando Brown Jr. says Ravens must stop shooting selves in foot

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Baltimore committed a season-high 12 penalties in Sunday's win over Philadelphia.
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Jackson says Ravens offense “really just stopped ourselves” against Eagles

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The offense committed too many penalties and once again struggled to sustain drives, allowing Philadelphia to climb back into the game.

So just what is the future of horse racing and Preakness in Maryland?

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Because it's Philadelphia Week, we go north to visit with longtime friend and Baltimorean Dick Jerardi, who updates us on the ponies, Penn State and what it's like to hear Eagles fans moan. And one day, he'll give Nestor that tour of The Palestra and eat a proper cheesesteak.

Harbaugh on Eagles win: “We have a lot to work on for sure”

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The head coach spoke with reporters after the Ravens held on for dear life in a 30-28 win at Philadelphia.

Having Ninja skills and still not being able to tackle Lamar Jackson

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There were some late nights last fall at Rash Field when the vibrant outdoor course for American Ninja Warrior set up shop at the Inner Harbor. Akbar Gbaja-Biamila dropped by to discuss some football and practical life advice during COVID.

After studying Ravens teammate, Elliott forces two fumbles of his own

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The young safety said he's been watching video of Marlon Humphrey for technique on how to force fumbles.

Ravens’ start has “super” company, but finishing is what matters

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The "soul crusher" wasn't there when Baltimore needed it in the fourth quarter of Sunday's near-collapse in Philadelphia.

Ravens defensive tackle Brandon Williams placed on reserve-COVID-19 list

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The 31-year-old veteran came in close contact with an infected person and hadn't tested positive himself as of Saturday afternoon.

Digging into struggles of Ravens offense so far in 2020

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Luke Jones argues the problems aren’t quite as simple as they might appear to be statistically.

The sacrifice of Colin Kaepernick in the fight for social justice in the modern NFL

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Baltimore author Mike Freeman discusses life as a Mt. St. Joe student and lifer NFL writer. His new book "Football's Fearless Activists" chronicles The Knee, the words of Donald Trump and the machine of the National Football League.

Koch reflects on setting Ravens record for games played

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On Sunday, the 38-year-old punter will have played more regular-season games than any other player in Ravens history.

DENNIS KOULATSOS

Will the NFL learn from NBA model and find a winter bubble for playoff football?

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In aftermath of Tennessee Titans debacle with COVID, Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss how NFL will handle safety and scheduling moving forward. The picture is green because there's billions of dollars at stake.
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BILL COLE

Life is about to change! You better be ready…

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Sometimes they just talk sports with masks on, Zoom booted up and six feet of distance, but this time Bill Cole and Nestor discuss the human nature of resistance to change and the realities of how the pandemic doesn't care.
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LEONARD RASKIN

What effect will the election have on your money?

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We always manage to discuss some sports and life with Leonard Raskin but this week it's about your money and this election.
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TODD SCHULER

Every vote counts and every vote must be counted

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With all of the bluster about rigged elections and the sabotaging of the United States Postal Service, let Todd Schuler tell you about how it really works with ballots when you are a candidate for public office.
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BALTIMORE NEWS

Bringing federal solutions for local problems during pandemic

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Economist Anirban Basu brings sage wisdom and some real ideas and concepts for bringing back revenue and stimulating industry in the aftermath of this COVID-19 crisis.
Read more

Extolling the virtues of beating the Philadelphia Eagles every four years

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It's like the Olympics. You only get one crack at it every 48 months. So even an ugly win in Philly is perfectly acceptable to Nestor and Luke.
Read more

Every vote counts and every vote must be counted

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With all of the bluster about rigged elections and the sabotaging of the United States Postal Service, let Todd Schuler tell you about how it really works with ballots when you are a candidate for public office.
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If you know a military veteran in need, MC Vets can help

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We see homeless folks on corners throughout our region. If they've served our country, there's a local group ready to serve them with dignity, assistance and shelter. Let Jeffrey Kendrick explain...
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Former Secretary of State John Willis discusses safe and fair elections in America

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Continuing Election And Voting Awareness Education Week here. We're going to the experts in Annapolis and around the state to get you answers about how to get a ballot and make it count. Also the myth of voter fraud…
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POLITICS

What does it means to be a “real” Republican in America?

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Michael Steele is no stranger to any of us who follow politics and media in Maryland. We had a wide-ranging chat with him about his party, the future of Donald Trump in America and how the country can navigate its way out of this pandemic and economic disaster.
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When is the help coming from Congress?

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The sacrifice of Colin Kaepernick in the fight for social justice in the modern NFL

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How can Congress help Baltimoreans during COVID? We asked Dutch…

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Comptroller Franchot discusses COVID effect on Annapolis, vetoing Kirwan and saving small business

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Can we create a Congress where Democrats and Republicans work together for a better America?

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BALTIMORE POSITIVE TV

MUSIC CLASSIC

Music

Billy Squier chats about The Stroke and success in December 1989

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During his youthful teenage #AlmostFamous days as music critic at The Evening Sun in Baltimore, Nestor Aparicio chatted with many legends coming through the area on tour. This is the first of two with the leader of the band who once opened for Kiss at the Capital Centre.
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Arts

Marc Roberge of O.A.R. talks Redskins, Merriweather and being a Maryland guy

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Of A Revolution was visiting Radio Row at the Miami Super Bowl in 2010 and local music is always better. Anyone ever...
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Arts

Professor Thomas Dolby brings music class to order at Johns Hopkins

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Ever since he came to Baltimore to teach music, Nestor has been asking Dolby what he does with the young people. As sweet as any harmony, he learned a lot...
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Music

Step inside, walk this way for chat with Phil Collen of Def Leppard

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Nestor Aparicio spends a brief moment with guitarist Phil Collen of Def Leppard chatting about playing rock music acoustically and soccer vs. football! Hershey, PA on Aug. 12, 2007.
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Arts

Latina music star Erika Ender discusses Miami and Special Olympics love from Radio Row

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We've done a quarter century of Super Bowl weeks and you never know who will drop by the set. Anything Nestor can do to get Gloria Estefan and K.C. and the Sunshine Band into a conversation makes him happy from Miami Beach.
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Arts

Nils Lofgren comes home to Maryland and talks Springsteen and legacy of The River

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Nestor has maintained a relationship for more than three decades with the legendary Grin local artist and E Street Hall of Famer....
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BUSINESS

Featured

Bringing federal solutions for local problems during pandemic

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Economist Anirban Basu brings sage wisdom and some real ideas and concepts for bringing back revenue and stimulating industry in the aftermath of this COVID-19 crisis.
Read more
Featured

What does it means to be a “real” Republican in America?

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Michael Steele is no stranger to any of us who follow politics and media in Maryland. We had a wide-ranging chat with him about his party, the future of Donald Trump in America and how the country can navigate its way out of this pandemic and economic disaster.
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Featured

When is the help coming from Congress?

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Former Lt. Governor of Maryland and current 4th District Congressman Anthony Brown discusses the frustrations and many logjams and stalls for progress on Capitol Hill.
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Business

Pumpkin and spice on ice is nice with latte and cheesecake

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The flavors change with the season. Detric McCoy of Taharka Brothers gets Nestor feeling seasonal. But he's still waiting on the egg nog.
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EDUCATION

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Have you ever said “Thank You” to your first-grade teacher for putting up with you?

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To honor our BP launch and "Teacher Appreciation Month," Nestor starts his journey from Dundalk with his Colgate Elementary first grade teacher Miss Janda from 1974. They lost touch. And then Don Mohler somehow got involved...
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Community

Former Secretary of State John Willis discusses safe and fair elections in America

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Continuing Election And Voting Awareness Education Week here. We're going to the experts in Annapolis and around the state to get you answers about how to get a ballot and make it count. Also the myth of voter fraud…
Read more
Featured

What do you remember about college?

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In the quest to find every living awesome mentor he ever had during Teacher Appreciation Month, Nestor catches up with his media professor Julie Simon at UB for the first time in three decades. His obsession with Marshall McLuhan theory continues...
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HEALTH

Business

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

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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.
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Featured

Some simple ways to move your mental health during COVID

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With the season changing and the pandemic keeping us apart, Lynne and Victor Brick offer a 10-day program to honor the John W. Brick Foundation and boost your Fall mood.
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Business

Suntha says credentials of Fauci regarding COVID are unassailable

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The leader of University of Maryland Medical System discussed all aspects of the virus and a potential vaccine
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ARTS

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How does your garden glow this Halloween?

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If you've got a family and a pumpkin, Emily Emerick invites you to participate in the annual Ladew Gardens "Garden Glow" event. And you can always get some fresh fall air in Monkton.
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Featured

What do you remember about college?

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In the quest to find every living awesome mentor he ever had during Teacher Appreciation Month, Nestor catches up with his media professor Julie Simon at UB for the first time in three decades. His obsession with Marshall McLuhan theory continues...
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Arts

Searching for the legend of Eddie Van Halen

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Before the death of the guitarist virtuoso, Van Halen historian Greg Renoff discussed his journey in writing about how four kids from Southern California got signed and became the biggest rock band in the world. Little dreamers, indeed...
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LEADERSHIP

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Who is Bob Wallace and why is he running for Mayor of Baltimore?

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You have seen the ads and signs of the Independent candidate raised in Cherry Hill who is running against Brandon Scott this month in Baltimore City. Now, hear his journey in business and education that led him back home to run for office.
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Can we create a Congress where Democrats and Republicans work together for a better America?

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Life is about to change! You better be ready…

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Raskin recaps his Fauci COVID questions and discusses fair elections in America

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Speaker Nancy Pelosi comes home to Baltimore to discuss the 25th Amendment and why you need to vote

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WNST CLASSIC

Hall of Fame

John Steadman tells Nestor the truth about Bob Irsay and Colts departure from Baltimore

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The legendary sports columnist at The News American checked in with his star pupil Nestor the day after the death of Robert Irsay. This one was spicy...
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Arts

Is Nils Lofgren the offensive coordinator of the E Street Band?

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Longtime Bruce Springsteen zealot Nestor Aparicio of WNST.net continues his chat with the great Marylander Nils Lofgren of the E Street Band.
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Celebrities

The night that Deion Sanders went PrimeTime from Parkville

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He arrived with Kordell Stewart, refused to sign autographs and had an awesome mink coat. But as you will hear, Prime sat center stage and answered every question from every Ravens fan when he was no longer in the "prime" of his legendary career.
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Celebrities

Tony Robbins gives Nestor some personal development tools to use for a lifetime

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The first firewalk was in the summer of 1994. After that, Nestor invited Robbins onto the radio show to discuss athletes and peak performers managing their state and achieving success against all odds.
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Purple Reign

One month before winning Super Bowl XXXV, Dilfer pours his heart out to Nestor at The Barn

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He led with his heart and his brain and it led to Trent Dilfer winning a ring with the Baltimore Ravens in a very short time here. On the day after Christmas in a short playoff week back in 2000, he told us what winning would mean to him with the emotion we expect...
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Hall of Fame

When Ray Lewis and Rod Woodson dreamed of winning a Super Bowl at The Barn

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It was the beginning of the Brian Billick era in Baltimore when two future Hall of Famers gathered in Parkville to talk about winning a ring.
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Hall of Fame

When Mike Mussina visited Nestor at the dingy WITH Studios at 5 Light Street in 1993

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This is one of the earliest tapes of Nestor doing radio. Obviously, he wasn't very good at it but he did know a lot about sports...
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Hall of Fame

Earl Weaver discusses free agency in baseball during his final chat

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Nestor was fortunate enough to conduct the final public interview with legendary Orioles manager Earl Weaver.
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Celebrities

Art Donovan tells Nestor about true love in the NFL

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They told a lot of stories over the years but nothing better than hearing Artie talk about his love for Dottie Donovan. This is the third part of a lengthy chat with Fatso when he was still storytelling.
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Leadership

Let Governor Schaefer and John Moag tell you how the Cleveland Browns became the Baltimore Ravens

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In the aftermath of the move of the NFL franchise, Nestor welcomed the leadership to The Barn for crabs, beer and a conversation about how Art Modell brought his football team to the Charm City.
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