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Education

Reading, writing and rock and roll all the way to Japan with my favorite teacher’s daughter

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Continuing our Teacher Appreciation Month with an homage to Miss Carolyn Houk, the best reading teacher ever! And you'll get some awesome Jinokoya music and tales of the Far East in this one from Melissa Houk...
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Community

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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Baltimore Positive Classic

Nothing is better than a Super Bowl parade

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Cue "We Are The Champions"! Or, in this case, "Who Let The Dogs Out!" This is the lost Mike Flynn videotape of Super Bowl XXXV parade through streets of Baltimore.
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Arts

Mike DelGuidice of Billy Joel band Big Shot joins Nestor to invite folks to Big Cork Vineyards for night of Piano Man music

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If you love the music of Billy Joel and you don't know the incredible story of how an amazing club tribute artist from Long Island got the attention of The Piano Man who then invited him into the touring band, well...you're gonna love this story!
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Arts

Chip Znuff of Enuff Znuff joins Nestor to talk rock and rock and M3 Festival at Merriweather

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One time, Nestor Aparicio and Chip Znuff saw Nolan Ryan pitch at Memorial Stadium together in a limo. And, yes, Chip was wearing that hat and those shades. Get high on a new thing and a few old stories in this one...
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Arts

Tom Johnston of The Doobie Brothers invites Nestor to listen to the music

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When the Doobie Brothers were coming to the Modell Lyric in Spring 2019, Tom Johnston gave Nestor a chance to discuss four decades of brilliant music.
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Latest News

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Twelve Ravens thoughts during Week 7 bye

Another reason the Yannick Ngakoue trade made sense was the rapidly diminishing depth in the secondary.
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Ravens

Ravens to host just over 4,000 fans for Pittsburgh game

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The upper deck will remain closed until further notice.
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Ravens

Quarterbacks coach Urban doesn’t see any issues with Jackson’s mechanics

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"We have a very high standard, and we work very hard to chase that standard. It’s a constant work in progress."
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Ravens work out Bryant, activate B. Williams from reserve-COVID-19 list

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The former Dallas Cowboy is likely to join Baltimore's practice squad, according to an NFL Network report.
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Local

Camden Yards to serve as voting center for 2020 general election

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"We look forward to continuing this tradition now and long into the future."
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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Ravens

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.
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Remember That Time

Reading, writing and rock and roll all the way to Japan with my favorite teacher’s daughter

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Continuing our Teacher Appreciation Month with an homage to Miss Carolyn Houk, the best reading teacher ever! And you'll get some awesome Jinokoya music and tales of the Far East in this one from Melissa Houk...
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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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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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Remember That Time

Reading, writing and rock and roll all the way to Japan with my favorite teacher’s daughter

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Continuing our Teacher Appreciation Month with an homage to Miss Carolyn Houk, the best reading teacher ever! And you'll get some awesome Jinokoya music and tales of the Far East in this one from Melissa Houk...
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LOCAL DISCUSSION

Reliving a 4th quarter awakening in Philadelphia

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Perhaps, in the long run, the Ravens will benefit from the late letdown on both sides of the ball in an escape and narrow victory over the Eagles.
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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.

Returning to Paradise during a plague with J.Y. of Styx

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After almost a half century on the road, what happens when a band has too much time on its hands? For Styx guitarist and founder James Young, it was a "mirror, mirror on the wall" chat and a time to make history answering all of the hard questions Nestor ever had since he saw them on the Cornerstone tour in February 1980.

Reading, writing and rock and roll all the way to Japan with my favorite teacher’s daughter

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Continuing our Teacher Appreciation Month with an homage to Miss Carolyn Houk, the best reading teacher ever! And you'll get some awesome Jinokoya music and tales of the Far East in this one from Melissa Houk...

What’s so great about The Constitution of the United States?

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It was written back in 1789 so none of us were there but with many interpretations and "Originalists" now entering the discussion during the rushed Supreme Court nomination of Amy Coney Barrett, we thought a civics course with our scholar Todd Schuler was in order.

Camden Yards to serve as voting center for 2020 general election

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"We look forward to continuing this tradition now and long into the future."

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.

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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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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SPORTS

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Harbaugh hopeful injured Ingram will return for Pittsburgh game

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The news was good for the veteran running back, but not so positive for reserve cornerback Anthony Averett.
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Ravens

Queen says key to rapid improvement has been “slowing myself down”

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The Ravens rookie inside linebacker says he's processing the game and understanding his assignments better as time goes on.
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Wide receivers coach Culley sees Duvernay’s role expanding after bye

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"You’ve seen with some reverses and some quick passes that he’s done very well because he’s very good with the ball in his hands."

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.

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.

Reliving a 4th quarter awakening in Philadelphia

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Perhaps, in the long run, the Ravens will benefit from the late letdown on both sides of the ball in an escape and narrow victory over the Eagles.

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.

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 pass defense coordinator Hewitt sees Elliott as “staple around here for a while”

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Safety DeShon Elliott has made quite an impression stepping in after Earl Thomas' release in August.

Harbaugh discusses weird bye week with players staying in Owings Mills

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Ravens players will continue to be tested every day during a week when players usually get out of town for a few days.

Twelve Ravens thoughts following Week 6 win at Philadelphia

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Calais Campbell was the best player on the field in Philadelphia, but another veteran has come to life for the Baltimore defense.

Marquise Brown on passing game: “We’re stopping ourselves”

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The Ravens wide receiver is optimistic about getting the air attack going after the bye week.

DENNIS KOULATSOS

Reliving a 4th quarter awakening in Philadelphia

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Perhaps, in the long run, the Ravens will benefit from the late letdown on both sides of the ball in an escape and narrow victory over the Eagles.
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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

What’s so great about The Constitution of the United States?

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It was written back in 1789 so none of us were there but with many interpretations and "Originalists" now entering the discussion during the rushed Supreme Court nomination of Amy Coney Barrett, we thought a civics course with our scholar Todd Schuler was in order.
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BALTIMORE NEWS

Camden Yards to serve as voting center for 2020 general election

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"We look forward to continuing this tradition now and long into the future."
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Reliving a 4th quarter awakening in Philadelphia

Dennis Koulatsos 0
Perhaps, in the long run, the Ravens will benefit from the late letdown on both sides of the ball in an escape and narrow victory over the Eagles.
Read more

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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Suntha: “The credentials of Dr. Fauci regarding COVID are unassailable”

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Dr. Mohan Suntha was named President and C.E.O. of University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) in November and his whole organization was...
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What’s so great about The Constitution of the United States?

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It was written back in 1789 so none of us were there but with many interpretations and "Originalists" now entering the discussion during the rushed Supreme Court nomination of Amy Coney Barrett, we thought a civics course with our scholar Todd Schuler was in order.
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POLITICS

What’s so great about The Constitution of the United States?

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It was written back in 1789 so none of us were there but with many interpretations and "Originalists" now entering the discussion during the rushed Supreme Court nomination of Amy Coney Barrett, we thought a civics course with our scholar Todd Schuler was in order.
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What does it mean to be a “real” Republican in America?

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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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MUSIC CLASSIC

Music

Billy Squier returns to rock Hammerjacks and talk life and music in June 1991

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Now almost eight years into his life as an #AlmostFamous music critic at The Evening Sun in Baltimore, rockers like Billy Squier would return to pick up where they left off...
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Remember That Time

Billy Joel chats with Nestor about sports and life and perils of rock and roll in Spring 1998

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When Billy Joel had to cancel a concert at the Capital Centre due to illness, he gave Nestor a call to apologize and talk about life and music.
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Remember That Time

Mike DelGuidice of Billy Joel band Big Shot joins Nestor to invite folks to Big Cork Vineyards for night of Piano Man music

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If you love the music of Billy Joel and you don't know the incredible story of how an amazing club tribute artist from Long Island got the attention of The Piano Man who then invited him into the touring band, well...you're gonna love this story!
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Music

I burned for when jazz took the sting outta The Police

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Wanna keep something precious? You gotta lock it up and throw away the key
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Remember That Time

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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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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BUSINESS

Baltimore Positive Classic

Suntha: “The credentials of Dr. Fauci regarding COVID are unassailable”

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Dr. Mohan Suntha was named President and C.E.O. of University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) in November and his whole organization was...
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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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Baltimore Positive Classic

What does it mean 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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Baltimore Positive Classic

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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EDUCATION

Community

What’s so great about The Constitution of the United States?

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It was written back in 1789 so none of us were there but with many interpretations and "Originalists" now entering the discussion during the rushed Supreme Court nomination of Amy Coney Barrett, we thought a civics course with our scholar Todd Schuler was in order.
Read more
Remember That Time

Reading, writing and rock and roll all the way to Japan with my favorite teacher’s daughter

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Continuing our Teacher Appreciation Month with an homage to Miss Carolyn Houk, the best reading teacher ever! And you'll get some awesome Jinokoya music and tales of the Far East in this one from Melissa Houk...
Read more
Remember That Time

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...
Read more

HEALTH

Baltimore Positive Classic

Suntha: “The credentials of Dr. Fauci regarding COVID are unassailable”

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Dr. Mohan Suntha was named President and C.E.O. of University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) in November and his whole organization was...
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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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Community

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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ARTS

Arts

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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Arts

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

Community

What’s so great about The Constitution of the United States?

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It was written back in 1789 so none of us were there but with many interpretations and "Originalists" now entering the discussion during the rushed Supreme Court nomination of Amy Coney Barrett, we thought a civics course with our scholar Todd Schuler was in order.
Read more

Bringing federal solutions for local problems during pandemic

Baltimore Positive Classic 0

Suntha: “The credentials of Dr. Fauci regarding COVID are unassailable”

Baltimore Positive Classic 0

WNST CLASSIC

Remember That Time

Long before big brother ran Ravens, QB Jim Harbaugh gets an education on crab cakes and Baltimore from Nestor

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The first time Captain Comeback came to The Barn for a spring welcome to the Charm City. Who knew he'd become the King of Michigan and his brother would beat him in Super Bowl XLVII?
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Remember That Time

Art Modell tells Baltimore fans what to expect from Ravens at The Barn

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Yes, the owner of a National Football League team came out to Parkville and ate crabs with the people back in the day...
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Remember That Time

Let Edwin Mulitalo set the holiday island mood with his ukelele

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The football talk and Super Bowl XXXV win and haka dance at The Barn are all vivid memories from the era of the first purple miracle but we had some good times just singing Christmas songs and laughing...
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Music

Zakk Wylde talks Ozzy Osbourne, baseball and the state of New Jersey with Nestor in 2004

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Guitarist Zakk Wylde talks the blizzard and Black Sabbath of Ozzy Osbourne, baseball and the state of New Jersey
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Community

When Vince Bagli told old boxing stories with Clem Florio

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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.
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Remember That Time

Tom Keifer talks music, life after Cinderella and the legend of Hammerjacks after Sarah Fleischer retirement gig in Baltimore

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Nestor was writing about the lads from Philadelphia back when they were opening for Bon Jovi and shaking all night. Yes, that is his 1986 autographed Circus Magazine. This was a retrospective chat about all of the bombast of the hairspray era and surviving and thriving in Nashville.
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Remember That Time

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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Remember That Time

Nils Lofgren comes up for The Rising with Springsteen chat in Spring 2003

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It is always a pleasure to talk rock and roll, sports and life in the great rock and roll band in the world with the great Maryland native and one time "Bullets Fever" author. Life in E Street with the affable Lofgren.
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Remember That Time

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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Remember That Time

The time that Bruce Springsteen called Nestor a dummy at the Super Bowl

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For the record: he thought it was a great and timely question back in Tampa in 2009...
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