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Dan Shaughnessy: On Bird, Boston and the greatness of the NBA in the 1980s
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Dan Shaughnessy: On Bird, Boston and the greatness of the NBA in the 1980s

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25 years ago this week, when Derek Jeter checked into Nestor’s show from the Atlanta World Series
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25 years ago this week, when Derek Jeter checked into Nestor’s show from the Atlanta World Series

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

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Time And Time again with The Smithereens
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Time And Time again with The Smithereens

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Amy Trask opines on legacy of Al Davis and Raiders big bet on Las Vegas
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Amy Trask opines on legacy of Al Davis and Raiders big bet on Las Vegas

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Rod Woodson: Replacing running backs will be harder than you think in Ravens offense
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Rod Woodson: Replacing running backs will be harder than you think in Ravens offense

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Celebrating good times with Kenny Cooper four decades later
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Celebrating good times with Kenny Cooper four decades later

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Watching Jim Palmer and thinking about Tom Seaver
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Watching Jim Palmer and thinking about Tom Seaver

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Taking a long walk with Feinstein on U.S. Open glories and the phenomenal Jim Phelan
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Taking a long walk with Feinstein on U.S. Open glories and the phenomenal Jim Phelan

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Rick brings Cheap Trick family spirit with The Nielsen Trust to Ramshead Annapolis on Father’s Day
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Rick brings Cheap Trick family spirit with The Nielsen Trust to Ramshead Annapolis on Father’s Day

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

The (last place) Orioles and Pirates and a(nother) MLB work stoppage

Robby Incmikowski covers baseball in Pittsburgh. Nestor Aparicio used to cover baseball in Baltimore. Both the Orioles and Pirates have bottomed out in the standings just in time for a massive MLB war between owners and players. Somehow, they managed to discuss their love of the game.

Lamar cannot do it alone

The story of Dick Allen and the Southside of Chicago in ’72

Stuffing a grownup stocking with fun

As the Steelers lose, Tomlin attempts to lead a depleted squad

The final days of Ben Roethlisberger?

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The (last place) Orioles and Pirates and a(nother) MLB work stoppage

Robby Incmikowski covers baseball in Pittsburgh. Nestor Aparicio used to cover baseball in Baltimore. Both the Orioles and Pirates have bottomed out in the standings just in time for a massive MLB war between owners and players. Somehow, they managed to discuss their love of the game.

Singing the alma mater for old Dundalk High

It's no secret that Nestor is from Dundalk. So, on the eve of the mighty Dundalk Owls heading to the state title game to face Mervo in Annapolis, Dennis Koulatsos invited him to sing the alma mater. As always, it comes with a story...

Getting Weis and hearty with some winter comfort food

Always in search of a new way to bend a Crock Pot, Nestor spends some time with Hannah Gratti and Alyssa Marsh of Weis Markets to discuss some weekend football food and creative new dishes for the holidays.

The story of Dick Allen and the Southside of Chicago in ’72

A new book on the 1972 Chicago White Sox and the Hall of Fame candidacy of Dick Allen intrigues the "Aparicio" in Nestor. Authors John Owens and David Fletcher join him from The Windy City to reminisce about tough times and great uniforms at Comiskey Park.

The science and education of better indoor A.I.R.

In our continuing education about indoor air spaces and the quality of our lives during COVID, Martin Knott joins Nestor to discuss fresh A.I.R. for indoor spaces and how it makes us healthier and more functional.

Barry Glassman discusses role of Comptroller and why he’s running

The Maryland Crab Cake Tour presented by The Maryland Lottery stopped at Conrad's in Abingdon with Harford County Executive Barry Glassman, who is set to run for Comptroller in 2022.

Home for the holidays in Harford County with Barry Glassman

When Harford County Executive Barry Glassman found out that Nestor was moving, he extended the invite north. They gathered at Conrad's in Abingdon to discuss a myriad of issues for the county, Build Back Better and stimulating the local economy while getting folks vaccinated.

Moving Queen all over the defensive board to beat the Browns

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens defensive efforts in huge win over Browns on Sunday night

Telling the Conrad’s Seafood story and tasting that True Blue crab cake

The Maryland Crab Cake Tour presented by The Maryland Lottery landed in Abingdon with a local family pulling the crabs from the North Chesapeake waters and serving them hot on your table. Andrea Conrad tells us the family seafood story and shares a legit local 'cake.

Mmmmmm! Egg nog in Fell’s Point under the holiday lights

Straight from the square in Fells Point, Gail Furman of Max's Taphouse invites Nestor to his favorite neighborhood for Holiday Egg Nog activities and a tree lighting with Michael McCrary.

Batch: After Bengals loss, the pain in Pittsburgh is real

Former Steelers quarterback Charlie Batch gives Nestor the realities of the situation in Pittsburgh as Ravens come to Confluence in first place in AFC.

Addressing the recent turnover problems of Lamar Jackson

After four interceptions on Sunday night against the Cleveland Browns, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the recent turnover problems of Lamar Jackson and how that must change in Pittsburgh and beyond.

Want to hear the story of two miracles for the holidays?

Erik Sauer and Jennifer Aparicio discuss the role of local charity There Goes My Hero is saving the lives of leukemia and blood cancer patients. Both are still with us because of incredible doctors and miraculous German donors from the bone marrow registry.

Stuffing a grownup stocking with fun

Carole Gentry of The Maryland Lottery and Gaming gets Nestor into the spirit of the holidays with some fun seasonal scratch offs and stocking stuffers (and some do's and don'ts!)

And now the Browns will sit and wait for Ravens to arrive next weekend

Longtime Cleveland sports radio host Mark "Munch" Bishop joins Nestor from Northern Ohio for a recap of the Ravens win over Browns and the long 14 days of waiting for AFC North revenge on The Lake.

The final days of Ben Roethlisberger?

Longtime Steelers insider Ed Bouchette of The Athletic discusses what appears to be the end of the black and gold road for the Ben Roethlisberger era in Pittsburgh.

Selling St. Louis football down the river?

No one followed the truth of the money and the lawyers in the NFL mess with Stan Kroenke, Los Angeles and putting the screws to St. Louis more than sports business attorney Daniel Wallach. An eye-opening account of why the city folded in its fight and the local Missouri lawyers cashed out – and in...

As the Steelers lose, Tomlin attempts to lead a depleted squad

AP Pittsburgh reporter Will Graves suggests to Nestor that perhaps the Pittsburgh Steelers organization went a year too long with the status quo at quarterback. Now the head coach is trying to figure it out as injuries and losses mount.
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Maryland Crab Cake Tour tastes legendary Koco's Pub flavor with Mayor Brandon Scott
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Mayor Brandon Scott joins Nestor and Don to discuss state of Baltimore City
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Mayor Brandon Scott addresses crime in Baltimore and what is being done about it
18:53
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Senator Cory McCray discusses how infrastructure money will come home to Baltimore
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Just four Baltimore guys talking baseball, sports cartoons & Coppin State over crab cakes at Koco's
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The Recon goes back to old school with new schools at Faidley's
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Thiru Vignarajah joins Nestor and Don to discuss trees, the city and crime realities in Baltimore
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Ben Jealous discusses political landscape in Maryland and race for next Governor
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Mileah Kromer and Damian O'Doherty discuss the real state of Maryland politics and what voters want
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The Recon examines life and death and the legend of Tom Matte
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Youth baseball and life rules intersect as Coach Kevin Lawrence joins Nestor and Don
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The Recon remembers Ted Venetoulis and talks Governor race in Maryland
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Senator Cory McCray discusses violent crime numbers and issues in his 45th District
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Telling the story of Upsurge and lifting Baltimore with Kory Bailey
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Don Mohler and Nestor do The Recon on the wonders of Lamar and the disgrace of Gruden
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Luke Broadwater of The New York Times attempts to explain Congressional madness and debt ceiling
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Brooke Lierman educates us on what the Comptroller of Maryland does and why she's running
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The Recon takes a detour down the road of sports leadership and how Urban Meyer ever got hired
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Remembering our friend Ted Venetoulis
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Delegate Jon Cardin discusses work in Annapolis and future in 11th District
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SPORTS

Campbell returns to Ravens practice as 10 others sit out Wednesday

Six-time Pro Bowl defensive end Calais Campbell has advanced to the latter steps of the concussion protocol after sitting out Week 12.

Twelve Ravens thoughts ahead of Week 13 showdown in Pittsburgh

Lamar Jackson makes only his third career start against the Steelers on Sunday.

Campbell inactive, B. Williams returns for Ravens against Cleveland

Baltimore was without its best defensive lineman while trying to slow the NFL's top-ranked rushing attack on Sunday night.

Ravens’ tilt with Pittsburgh reminds how quickly seasons can turn

Thursday marked a year since the most bizarre chapter in a rivalry that’s been one of the NFL’s best for two decades.

The story of Dick Allen and the Southside of Chicago in ’72

A new book on the 1972 Chicago White Sox and the Hall of Fame candidacy of Dick Allen intrigues the "Aparicio" in Nestor. Authors John Owens and David Fletcher join him from The Windy City to reminisce about tough times and great uniforms at Comiskey Park.

Mark Turgeon out as Maryland basketball coach after 10-plus seasons

Assistant Danny Manning will serve as interim head coach for the remainder of the season.

Moving Queen all over the defensive board to beat the Browns

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens defensive efforts in huge win over Browns on Sunday night

Martindale: “If you want to be known in this city, play well against Pittsburgh”

"It’s just a great game to coach in, whether it’s here or there."

Bowser on latest edition of Ravens-Steelers: “It’s going to be a brawl”

"Especially with fans coming back this year, it’s going to be a whole new experience compared to last year."

Ravens put Seymour on COVID-19 list; Queen’s injury “not something that should linger”

Inside linebacker Patrick Queen continues to play at a high level after a rough start to the 2021 season.

Lamar cannot do it alone

As colleagues at Sporting News Radio two decades ago, Dan Pompei joined Nestor almost daily to discuss the NFL. Now covering the league for The Athletic, Pompei charts the progress of Lamar Jackson and the first-place Ravens as the schedule gets thicker.

“Off the charts” Ravens defense smothers Cleveland in 16-10 victory

Head coach John Harbaugh had plenty of praise for a defense that overcame plenty of challenges on Sunday night.

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BILL COLE

LEONARD RASKIN

TODD SCHULER

BALTIMORE NEWS

Barry Glassman discusses role of Comptroller and why he’s running

The Maryland Crab Cake Tour presented by The Maryland Lottery stopped at Conrad's in Abingdon with Harford County Executive Barry Glassman, who is set to run for Comptroller in 2022.

Want to hear the story of two miracles for the holidays?

Erik Sauer and Jennifer Aparicio discuss the role of local charity There Goes My Hero is saving the lives of leukemia and blood cancer patients. Both are still with us because of incredible doctors and miraculous German donors from the bone marrow registry.

Telling the Conrad’s Seafood story and tasting that True Blue crab cake

The Maryland Crab Cake Tour presented by The Maryland Lottery landed in Abingdon with a local family pulling the crabs from the North Chesapeake waters and serving them hot on your table. Andrea Conrad tells us the family seafood story and shares a legit local 'cake.

The (last place) Orioles and Pirates and a(nother) MLB work stoppage

Robby Incmikowski covers baseball in Pittsburgh. Nestor Aparicio used to cover baseball in Baltimore. Both the Orioles and Pirates have bottomed out in the standings just in time for a massive MLB war between owners and players. Somehow, they managed to discuss their love of the game.

Mmmmmm! Egg nog in Fell’s Point under the holiday lights

Straight from the square in Fells Point, Gail Furman of Max's Taphouse invites Nestor to his favorite neighborhood for Holiday Egg Nog activities and a tree lighting with Michael McCrary.

POLITICS

BALTIMORE POSITIVE TV

MUSIC CLASSIC

BUSINESS

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.

Rodricks says next mayor has a full plate of problems waiting after election

Hearing the thoughts of the voices of Baltimore during this important election week in Maryland

Crisis management and local business adjusting to COVID

As all local businesses face increasingly complex challenges brought on by the pandemic, we reached to Jeff Elkin of Advance Business Systems to discuss untangling modern technology and finding solutions in a time of crisis.

Telling the sports and crab cake story of the good life in Hampstead

Our WNST live radio shows with Ravens players always had a great home at Greenmount Station in Hampstead. The Maryland Crab Cake Tour stopped by with former intern Tim Watts and restaurateur Chris Richards to story tell about what makes Carroll County great.

EDUCATION

An educational primer on why you need to care about Kirwan

We sought to have the most intelligent conversation possible on the Kirwan Commission so we reached to new Senate President Bill Ferguson for facts on education. He brought the goods...

Local experts discuss mental health challenges of COVID and getting real help

Dr. Carmen Lopez-Avizu of Kennedy Krieger and Dr. Deepak Prabhakar of Sheppard Pratt discuss how COVID has impacted mental health in America and how local citizens in need can get immediate care.

Hathaway discusses impact of virus in challenged communities

Continuing our exploration of how life has changed for all of us during this pandemic and national crisis...

HEALTH

The real center of attention in the Tampa Bay offense

Former Tampa Bay Bucaneers center Randy Grimes loves the nastiness of current Ryan Jensen and Bucs offense as Tom Brady is running out of fingers for more Super Bowl rings.

What is the future of Anne Arundel County?

During our Maryland Crab Cake Tour stop at G&M Restaurant in Linthicum, we chatted at length with County Executive Steuart Pittman about a wide array of post-pandemic issues of concern.

Hemminger brings the Thread through the loop in Baltimore

What is Thread? Glad you asked...

ARTS

Telling the story of Hammerjacks from the street

Legendary local rock promoter Bud Becker joins Nestor to tell old rock and roll tales of a little bar in South Baltimore that shook the music world. And other Almost Famous tales about a 17-year old kid backstage learning about the world with a notebook...

John Denver discusses life, his legacy and the environment in July 1991

When Nestor Aparicio was the music critic for The Evening Sun in Baltimore, he didn't just talk to hairspray acts at Hammerjacks. This is...

Mmmmmm! Egg nog in Fell’s Point under the holiday lights

Straight from the square in Fells Point, Gail Furman of Max's Taphouse invites Nestor to his favorite neighborhood for Holiday Egg Nog activities and a tree lighting with Michael McCrary.

LEADERSHIP

Home for the holidays in Harford County with Barry Glassman

When Harford County Executive Barry Glassman found out that Nestor was moving, he extended the invite north. They gathered at Conrad's in Abingdon to discuss a myriad of issues for the county, Build Back Better and stimulating the local economy while getting folks vaccinated.

Kurtinitis tells us what remote campus life entails for many local students and teachers at CCBC

Taking on the Ku Klux Klan with music and love

Experiencing the spicy G&M Crab Cake with C.E. Steuart Pittman

Santelises tells her education journey to leading Baltimore schools

WNST CLASSIC

Kansas violinist David Ragsdale joins Nestor to discuss the journey to point of know return

As they played the Modell Lyric in downtown Baltimore, band members looked back an incredible catalog of music and how to carry on...

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.

John Steadman talks about AFL-NFL merger and Jets disaster in Super Bowl III

Early in his career, Nestor was always fishing for the real history of sports. No better place to find it than from a guy who was at the pool with Joe Namath in Miami in 1969.

The night that Lawrence Taylor and Buddy Ryan dropped by The Barn

During the 1997 NFL season, Nestor Aparicio hosted a national television show every week with two legends at Sheffield Studios. He convinced them to drop by his live show one Monday night...

John Steadman and Nestor discuss history of Baltimore football at The Barn

Nestor treasures every one of these conversations with his mentor and the legend of Baltimore sportswriting. From Colts to Ravens, indeed...

The leader of the band tells the story about the time Ed Asner came to Baltimore to play him in a movie

The Marching Ravens leader John Ziemann joins Nestor to reminisce about old Memorial Stadium tales and the time Lou Grant took him around town to learn the magic of the Baltimore Colts marching band. Did you see "The Fanatics" or "The Fumbleheads" back in the 1990s?

Serendipity, gratitude and fall fitness after 30 crab cakes in 30 days

Because serendipity has been on the menu throughout this crazy month of the Maryland Crab Cake Tour, fitness coach Sandra Gallagher-Mohler offers some wisdom and advice for being in the right place at the right time.

Ripken discusses dreams for youth baseball and Aberdeen

When Cal Ripken Jr. was preparing for his Cooperstown trip in 2007, he sat down with Nestor to reflect upon a life in baseball and the future in Aberdeen and beyond.

Asking Earl Weaver why he ever wanted to be a baseball manager

When The Earl of Baltimore made his final visit to Camden Yards during the 2012 statue summer, Nestor was fortunate enough to conduct the final public interview with the Hall of Famer.

Nestor welcomes Tony Siragusa to the Baltimore Ravens

There wasn't much to recommend signing with the fledgling purple birds of Art Modell in the crowded AFC Central but The Goose saw potential in Ray Lewis and leadership in Ted Marchibroda.

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