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Allen McCallum Orioles

Allen McCallum: Can the Orioles make new memories for Baltimore fans this October?

These two guys watched the 1996 and 1997 Orioles playoff disappointments together from the press box in Cleveland and New York. Now, with the next Baby Birds headed into a second straight October, our old pal Allen McCallum joins Nestor to prep for a wild baseball playoff orange carpet ride once again. Is this the year?

Can Orioles exit Ragans and Royals in a short series?

It’s taken a year for the Baltimore Orioles to get back to the baseball that matters. Luke Jones and Nestor get Birds fans ready for October and sudden death baseball with Kansas City Royals. Gotta win Game 1 and Corbin Burnes vs. Cole Ragans is a good one.

Who is ready to be an October hero for Orioles?

With playoff fever quelled by the sluggish play of the Baltimore Orioles in the second half, Luke Jones and Nestor wonder if the bats can turn on and the bullpen can meet the challenge of an October run as the Kansas City Royals come to Camden Yards for a Wild Card week battle.

No ceiling for Ravens defense after stifling Josh Allen and Bills

It took a month to see a full performance for the Baltimore Ravens defense but it was a complete effort in pummeling Bills quarterback Josh Allen and the Buffalo attack. Luke Jones and Nestor praise the men of Zach Orr and discuss Joe Burrow and the Bengals, who await in Cincinnati on Sunday.

Watching The King royally run over the Buffalo Bills

It was an impressive performance on many levels for the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday night but nothing impressed Luke Jones and Nestor more than finally seeing the promise of a running attack that couldn’t be stopped – early and late. Derrick Henry is (still) a Dude.

Barry Aparicio Nestor Orioles Camden Yards playoffs

Getting fired up for the biggest Baltimore sports week in many years

On the eve of a huge home game for the Ravens against the undefeated Buffalo Bills and giddy with excitement for Game 1 of the MLB playoffs at Camden Yards for the Orioles, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Birds’ playoff rotation, the city of Oakland losing baseball and the Ravens’ readiness for the Bills on both sides of the ball. Big week here in the Charm City. No one does it better…

Brandon Hyde

Are the Orioles really ready for October?

After a soaking wet Tuesday night in The Bronx, the Orioles and manager Brandon Hyde will now attempt to get starters, bullpen and rested position players ready for a midweek battle at Camden Yards that will narrate their October destiny in a trying season of success.

What comes next for Congressman John Sarbanes?

Soon transitioning into a life after political service, Congressman John Sarbanes tells Nestor about his vision for his next chapter after 16 years serving the 3rd District emphasizing his commitment to civics, democracy, health, and the environment.

Going into October without Grayson

It wasn’t shocking or even unexpected news but not having Grayson Rodriguez over the next month could really hurt the Baltimore Orioles chances of winning the World Series. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Birds’ difficult path to the kind of playoff pitching they’ll need from Corbin Burnes, Zach Eflin, Dean Kremer and bullpen that has been anything but “lights out.”

Sitting on the throne as a big winner

Home Run Riches in winding down, Ravens scratch-offs are ramping up and John Martin of The Maryland Lottery gets Nestor ready for rollout of the Game of Thrones promotion for fun and games and unique prizes.

A focus on The Life Of Nestor Aparicio with “He’s Holy, I’m Knott” podcast

It was poolside on a 110-degree day in May 2024 at the Las Vegas Wynn resort and Encore pool as part of the Maryland contingent of business leaders who gather annually in Sin City for networking and discussion. Nestor Aparicio shares deep thoughts on his life and work as examined and questioned on “He’s Holy, I’m Knott” with Reverend Alvin Hathaway and local business leader Martin Knott, Jr. His 40-year media journey highlighting his passion for sports and extensive Baltimore sports media work and leadership bring some revelations here.

Buffalo Bills Ravens

Are Ravens ready as a home favorite against Buffalo?

It’s Sunday Night Football in Baltimore. The undefeated Buffalo Bills come to town with Josh Allen playing his best football and the Ravens cannot afford a 1-3 start in the AFC. Luke Jones and Nestor get you ready for a big September football game downtown.

His Highness needs a royal offensive line and the threat of Lamar

The Baltimore Ravens want and need to run the ball. Against the woeful rushing defense of the Dallas Cowboys, King Henry served as a royal addition to the purple offense. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Lamar Jackson running and Derrick Henry rolling for the Ravens offense.

The fall harvest and pumpkin spice season

Our Chief Cannabis Officer Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness discusses the medicinal benefits of some new products – and a little baseball and football spirit – and the fall healing season at Far and Dotter in Timonium.

The Baltimore sports media, agent and franchise ecosystem

Our favorite shows are the ones where we bring folks who don’t know each other together under the same Baltimore Positive umbrella. The Maryland Crab Cake Tour at Kooper’s Tavern in Fells Point convened longtime NFL player agent Chad Wiestling and Dave Sheinin of The Washington Post, who live 12 blocks apart near Patterson Park, to discuss the business of football, the Orioles and people.

Playing a week of Fall Training to get ready for Game 1

As the Orioles head to New York and Minnesota to clinch a wild card berth, Luke Jones and Nestor take a hard look at the Birds’ playoff hopes with a week to get the rotation, bullpen and roster ready to try to shock the baseball world in October.

Escaping Dallas with an unnecessarily narrow win

It all was going well for the first three quarters for the Baltimore Ravens in Dallas. And then the defense couldn’t make a stop. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the near miss against the Cowboys and the disturbing trend of blown late leads evaporating.

Mark Viviano gives Nestor his best real advice about Baltimore media access

After three decades of being media colleagues in Baltimore, former WJZ sports director Mark Viviano finally joins Nestor and Ko-host Ricig at Koco’s Pub for a candid chat about Baltimore sports journalism – past, present and future. And last October in Arlington when WNST had its media access threatened by the Orioles and his best advice.

Finally playing “This is your life!” with Mark Viviano after all of these years

After three decades of behind-the-scenes friendship working for “rival” media companies, the freshly retired Mark Viviano finally joins Nestor to discuss their long-standing careers in sports journalism, reflecting on mutual experiences and personal connections. From St. Louis to Baltimore via Atlanta, Dayton and Cedar Rapids, Viv’s memory of their first-ever radio chat via Chicago 25 years ago even makes Nestor blush.

Persistence Lottery Martin

Playing to win

As the Ravens scratch-off winners emerge and Home Run Riches winds down with more Orioles home runs, Executive Director John Martin of The Maryland Lottery tells Nestor about some other big winners all across the state.

Trying to find reasons to still believe

It has been a rough September for every Baltimore sports fan. The injuries and losses with the Orioles. And the Ravens completely shocking us with a pair of losses to start the season. Leonard Raskin and Nestor try to do some civic therapy and find something upbeat about Baltimore sports during these tough times.

Is this rock bottom for the Orioles’ hopes?

As the awful beats mount and the bats remain silent in September, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Orioles getting battered by Giants and the playoff health realities and updates given by Mike Elias before the home stand.

What was John Harbaugh thinking?

Who is managing the clock and replay challenges? Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the coaching decisions and itchy red flag of Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh and how to use the new leg of Justin Tucker.

How can the Ravens avoid an 0-3 start in Dallas?

Despite the 0-2 start and playing in Dallas this Sunday at 4:25pm, the Baltimore Ravens are still a one-point favorite on the road. America still believes in Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry but how will the offensive line handle Micah Parsons and the Cowboys? Luke Jones and Nestor get ready for a huge test for the offense to show improvement over two very choppy, sloppy losses.

Allen McCallum Orioles

Allen McCallum: Can the Orioles make new memories for Baltimore fans this October?

These two guys watched the 1996 and 1997 Orioles playoff disappointments together from the press box in Cleveland and New York. Now, with the next Baby Birds headed into a second straight October, our old pal Allen McCallum joins Nestor to prep for a wild baseball playoff orange carpet ride once again. Is this the year?

Can Orioles exit Ragans and Royals in a short series?

It’s taken a year for the Baltimore Orioles to get back to the baseball that matters. Luke Jones and Nestor get Birds fans ready for October and sudden death baseball with Kansas City Royals. Gotta win Game 1 and Corbin Burnes vs. Cole Ragans is a good one.

Who is ready to be an October hero for Orioles?

With playoff fever quelled by the sluggish play of the Baltimore Orioles in the second half, Luke Jones and Nestor wonder if the bats can turn on and the bullpen can meet the challenge of an October run as the Kansas City Royals come to Camden Yards for a Wild Card week battle.

No ceiling for Ravens defense after stifling Josh Allen and Bills

It took a month to see a full performance for the Baltimore Ravens defense but it was a complete effort in pummeling Bills quarterback Josh Allen and the Buffalo attack. Luke Jones and Nestor praise the men of Zach Orr and discuss Joe Burrow and the Bengals, who await in Cincinnati on Sunday.

Watching The King royally run over the Buffalo Bills

It was an impressive performance on many levels for the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday night but nothing impressed Luke Jones and Nestor more than finally seeing the promise of a running attack that couldn’t be stopped – early and late. Derrick Henry is (still) a Dude.

Barry Aparicio Nestor Orioles Camden Yards playoffs

Getting fired up for the biggest Baltimore sports week in many years

On the eve of a huge home game for the Ravens against the undefeated Buffalo Bills and giddy with excitement for Game 1 of the MLB playoffs at Camden Yards for the Orioles, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Birds’ playoff rotation, the city of Oakland losing baseball and the Ravens’ readiness for the Bills on both sides of the ball. Big week here in the Charm City. No one does it better…

Brandon Hyde

Are the Orioles really ready for October?

After a soaking wet Tuesday night in The Bronx, the Orioles and manager Brandon Hyde will now attempt to get starters, bullpen and rested position players ready for a midweek battle at Camden Yards that will narrate their October destiny in a trying season of success.

What comes next for Congressman John Sarbanes?

Soon transitioning into a life after political service, Congressman John Sarbanes tells Nestor about his vision for his next chapter after 16 years serving the 3rd District emphasizing his commitment to civics, democracy, health, and the environment.

Going into October without Grayson

It wasn’t shocking or even unexpected news but not having Grayson Rodriguez over the next month could really hurt the Baltimore Orioles chances of winning the World Series. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Birds’ difficult path to the kind of playoff pitching they’ll need from Corbin Burnes, Zach Eflin, Dean Kremer and bullpen that has been anything but “lights out.”

Sitting on the throne as a big winner

Home Run Riches in winding down, Ravens scratch-offs are ramping up and John Martin of The Maryland Lottery gets Nestor ready for rollout of the Game of Thrones promotion for fun and games and unique prizes.

A focus on The Life Of Nestor Aparicio with “He’s Holy, I’m Knott” podcast

It was poolside on a 110-degree day in May 2024 at the Las Vegas Wynn resort and Encore pool as part of the Maryland contingent of business leaders who gather annually in Sin City for networking and discussion. Nestor Aparicio shares deep thoughts on his life and work as examined and questioned on “He’s Holy, I’m Knott” with Reverend Alvin Hathaway and local business leader Martin Knott, Jr. His 40-year media journey highlighting his passion for sports and extensive Baltimore sports media work and leadership bring some revelations here.

Buffalo Bills Ravens

Are Ravens ready as a home favorite against Buffalo?

It’s Sunday Night Football in Baltimore. The undefeated Buffalo Bills come to town with Josh Allen playing his best football and the Ravens cannot afford a 1-3 start in the AFC. Luke Jones and Nestor get you ready for a big September football game downtown.

His Highness needs a royal offensive line and the threat of Lamar

The Baltimore Ravens want and need to run the ball. Against the woeful rushing defense of the Dallas Cowboys, King Henry served as a royal addition to the purple offense. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Lamar Jackson running and Derrick Henry rolling for the Ravens offense.

The fall harvest and pumpkin spice season

Our Chief Cannabis Officer Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness discusses the medicinal benefits of some new products – and a little baseball and football spirit – and the fall healing season at Far and Dotter in Timonium.

The Baltimore sports media, agent and franchise ecosystem

Our favorite shows are the ones where we bring folks who don’t know each other together under the same Baltimore Positive umbrella. The Maryland Crab Cake Tour at Kooper’s Tavern in Fells Point convened longtime NFL player agent Chad Wiestling and Dave Sheinin of The Washington Post, who live 12 blocks apart near Patterson Park, to discuss the business of football, the Orioles and people.

Playing a week of Fall Training to get ready for Game 1

As the Orioles head to New York and Minnesota to clinch a wild card berth, Luke Jones and Nestor take a hard look at the Birds’ playoff hopes with a week to get the rotation, bullpen and roster ready to try to shock the baseball world in October.

Escaping Dallas with an unnecessarily narrow win

It all was going well for the first three quarters for the Baltimore Ravens in Dallas. And then the defense couldn’t make a stop. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the near miss against the Cowboys and the disturbing trend of blown late leads evaporating.

Mark Viviano gives Nestor his best real advice about Baltimore media access

After three decades of being media colleagues in Baltimore, former WJZ sports director Mark Viviano finally joins Nestor and Ko-host Ricig at Koco’s Pub for a candid chat about Baltimore sports journalism – past, present and future. And last October in Arlington when WNST had its media access threatened by the Orioles and his best advice.

Finally playing “This is your life!” with Mark Viviano after all of these years

After three decades of behind-the-scenes friendship working for “rival” media companies, the freshly retired Mark Viviano finally joins Nestor to discuss their long-standing careers in sports journalism, reflecting on mutual experiences and personal connections. From St. Louis to Baltimore via Atlanta, Dayton and Cedar Rapids, Viv’s memory of their first-ever radio chat via Chicago 25 years ago even makes Nestor blush.

Persistence Lottery Martin

Playing to win

As the Ravens scratch-off winners emerge and Home Run Riches winds down with more Orioles home runs, Executive Director John Martin of The Maryland Lottery tells Nestor about some other big winners all across the state.

Trying to find reasons to still believe

It has been a rough September for every Baltimore sports fan. The injuries and losses with the Orioles. And the Ravens completely shocking us with a pair of losses to start the season. Leonard Raskin and Nestor try to do some civic therapy and find something upbeat about Baltimore sports during these tough times.

Is this rock bottom for the Orioles’ hopes?

As the awful beats mount and the bats remain silent in September, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Orioles getting battered by Giants and the playoff health realities and updates given by Mike Elias before the home stand.

What was John Harbaugh thinking?

Who is managing the clock and replay challenges? Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the coaching decisions and itchy red flag of Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh and how to use the new leg of Justin Tucker.

How can the Ravens avoid an 0-3 start in Dallas?

Despite the 0-2 start and playing in Dallas this Sunday at 4:25pm, the Baltimore Ravens are still a one-point favorite on the road. America still believes in Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry but how will the offensive line handle Micah Parsons and the Cowboys? Luke Jones and Nestor get ready for a huge test for the offense to show improvement over two very choppy, sloppy losses.

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