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The genius of Ricig and getting inside the mind of a sports cartoonist (and journalist)

It is no secret that lifer sports cartoonist Mike Ricigliano is Nestor’s oldest friend in Baltimore media. They discuss the 40th anniversary of their friendship and the folding of Sportsf1rst and The News American and how the sports scene in Baltimore has inspired them both for a lifetime at Koco’s Pub as the Orioles and Ravens threaten another championship parade down Pratt Street.

Telling the folks at Koco’s Pub in Lauraville why the world loves them so much

It’s been a rough summer for our friends at Koco’s Pub with HVAC and crazy electrical failures on the city grid. But when you’re beloved like them, the world comes in for a social media crab cake rescue on hot summer nights. Let Marcella Knight and Eric Campbell tell you about Lauraville love while they serve Nestor the first oyster of his Maryland Oyster Tour.

On college football and going to College Park to watch the Terps

Our money guy Leonard Raskin spends his weekends holed down with college football. And what a weekend it was from a South Bend surprise from an old Ravens coach to College Park where Coach Locksley can’t like what he sees. Something to take our minds off the Kansas City loss and 10 days before the Raiders arrive.

What happened to Rutsch in the clutch?

Now entering a third month as one of the worst position players in Major League Baseball, Luke Jones and Nestor wonder when – or if – the phenom first overall pick and the former Adley Rutschman will re-emerge in time to lead the Baltimore Orioles into October. Meanwhile, the Birds are off to Fenway Park as the bats remain silent.

Falling into flavors of fall and finding relief

Well, of course there’s a pumpkin spice line of flavors at Far & Dotter and Curio Wellness for the fall! Wendy Bronfein, our Chief Cannabis Officer, updates Nestor on fall flavors and Fireball and provides more education for folks who need topical pain relief with Move line.

Sailing away with Styx memories and classic rock history with Lawrence Gowan

With Styx returning to The Lyric on September 13th and O.C. Bike Week on the 14th, Nestor called upon the only member of the band to never do his show. The great Canadian pianist, singer and classic rock guru Lawrence Gowan talks about his role in the band and its enduring ability to rock and create new music.

The hope of Rubenstein in aftermath of Free The Birds and Angelos

Communications executive, recovering journalist and Orioles lifer Greg Abel returns to talk at length about the hopes of Baltimore baseball fans with a great team on the field and new ownership at the helm. Oh, and when Nestor is getting his press credentials back at Camden Yards…

Sharing our memories of the Baltimore Stallions and Grey Cup glory in CFL

Local author and Towson media professor Ron Snyder shares more memories from his book on the Baltimore Stallions and the two CFL Grey Cup years in the mid 1990s and invites folks to his new documentary screening and discussion on the team’s football impact on Baltimore sports history. It premiers at Towson University on September 24.

Irish drinks, American football and Ravens season

Freshly back from Ireland with his son’s doctorate education on the other side of the pond, our financial insider Leonard Raskin visits with Nestor on the eve of another exciting season of Baltimore Ravens football.

Getting prepped for Lamar and Mahomes to kickoff NFL season in Kansas City

We’ve been waiting since January for this one. The Baltimore Ravens head to Kansas City to face the Super Bowl champions with some news faces and new possibilities in the running game. Let Luke Jones and Nestor get you prepped for Lamar and Mahomes to kickoff the NFL season. Are you ready for some football?

Real life and the Ravens offensive line in aftermath of D’Alessandris loss

The Baltimore Ravens will head to Kansas City with heavy hearts and a lot of questions about their offensive line in the aftermath of the tragic death of longtime coach Joe D’Alessandris. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the heaviness of the task on the field – and more importantly off it for the folks in Owings Mills who loved their offensive line coach.

Putting out the real fires of Baltimore every day

As the Maryland Crab Cake Tour gets back to the streets of Baltimore in the coming weeks, we begin with a long overdue chat with Matt Coster of Baltimore Firefighters Local 734, who educates Nestor about what is important on our streets in battling blazes and providing safety for city citizens.

Discussing civility and the importance of independent journalism with Senator Ben Cardin

Senator Ben Cardin joins Nestor at MACo in Ocean City to discuss the emotional impact of the Key Bridge collapse and importance of small businesses in America. His political legacy as he departs Congress and the need for civility and importance of independent journalism in maintaining a healthy democracy were also on the Weis conversation menu from the beach.

Reaching the beach for all the right reasons

While spending a great week in Ocean City with the MACo events and conversations, it’s always a pleasure to welcome Tom Perlozzo of OCMD (yep, he’s Sam’s brother) back onto the show to discuss the benefits of the reach-the-beach life and a lifetime of memories on the Boardwalk and beyond.

The Key Bridge and key issues with Senator Chris Van Hollen

Senator Chris Van Hollen talks Key Bridge and securing federal funding with Nestor from MACo in Ocean City, highlighting Maryland’s efforts to work with the federal government for the rebuild. Lots here on oyster restoration and conservation of the Chesapeake Bay and the impact of the Trump presidency on American politics and journalism.

An update from Comptroller Lierman on where the money goes

Comptroller Brooke Lierman returns to join Nestor at MACo in Ocean City to confront his usual Schoolhouse Rock questions about where all the money goes in state finances and economic development, including the Maryland Tax Free Week and the proper pronunciation of the role. Also some explanations what public funds mean for stadium management, and the new revenue generated by the cannabis industry.

Roster moves and the waiting for that Kansas City kickoff

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Ravens trip to Green Bay and Lambeau Field for a scrimmage and getting through the final preseason game with good health. And then, it’s all eyes on Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and beating the Kansas City Chiefs on September 5th.

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Finding a fall tee time and improving your game

Ed Miller of Pine Ridge tells Nestor about all of the Classic Five Golf courses around Baltimore and the beauty of fall golf – and a beautiful opportunity to work on improving your game.

In praise of funky Frederick, Maryland

Frederick Mayor Michael O’Connor allows Nestor to praise his community and the transformation of his his rural and conservative area with a vibrant and eclectic downtown, highlighting its unique small businesses, restaurants, breweries, and distilleries. Plenty here on the city’s revitalization efforts, charm and diversity.

How secure is your cybersecurity?

How often should you change your passwords? (More often than you think…) Bruce Spector of BCR Cyber educates Nestor about passwords, security, cyber threats and how to stay safe online from the annual MACo events at the Ocean City Convention Center.

Setting the purple tone in Kansas City next Thursday night

Cautious optimism abounds in Baltimore as the Ravens head to Kansas City to avenge last year’s AFC Championship Game loss and kick off the 2024 NFL season. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss all aspects and hopes for Lamar Jackson and the team now that Derrick Henry is in the backfield ready to run the rock from Faidley’s on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour.

The genius of Ricig and getting inside the mind of a sports cartoonist (and journalist)

It is no secret that lifer sports cartoonist Mike Ricigliano is Nestor’s oldest friend in Baltimore media. They discuss the 40th anniversary of their friendship and the folding of Sportsf1rst and The News American and how the sports scene in Baltimore has inspired them both for a lifetime at Koco’s Pub as the Orioles and Ravens threaten another championship parade down Pratt Street.

Telling the folks at Koco’s Pub in Lauraville why the world loves them so much

It’s been a rough summer for our friends at Koco’s Pub with HVAC and crazy electrical failures on the city grid. But when you’re beloved like them, the world comes in for a social media crab cake rescue on hot summer nights. Let Marcella Knight and Eric Campbell tell you about Lauraville love while they serve Nestor the first oyster of his Maryland Oyster Tour.

On college football and going to College Park to watch the Terps

Our money guy Leonard Raskin spends his weekends holed down with college football. And what a weekend it was from a South Bend surprise from an old Ravens coach to College Park where Coach Locksley can’t like what he sees. Something to take our minds off the Kansas City loss and 10 days before the Raiders arrive.

What happened to Rutsch in the clutch?

Now entering a third month as one of the worst position players in Major League Baseball, Luke Jones and Nestor wonder when – or if – the phenom first overall pick and the former Adley Rutschman will re-emerge in time to lead the Baltimore Orioles into October. Meanwhile, the Birds are off to Fenway Park as the bats remain silent.

Falling into flavors of fall and finding relief

Well, of course there’s a pumpkin spice line of flavors at Far & Dotter and Curio Wellness for the fall! Wendy Bronfein, our Chief Cannabis Officer, updates Nestor on fall flavors and Fireball and provides more education for folks who need topical pain relief with Move line.

Sailing away with Styx memories and classic rock history with Lawrence Gowan

With Styx returning to The Lyric on September 13th and O.C. Bike Week on the 14th, Nestor called upon the only member of the band to never do his show. The great Canadian pianist, singer and classic rock guru Lawrence Gowan talks about his role in the band and its enduring ability to rock and create new music.

The hope of Rubenstein in aftermath of Free The Birds and Angelos

Communications executive, recovering journalist and Orioles lifer Greg Abel returns to talk at length about the hopes of Baltimore baseball fans with a great team on the field and new ownership at the helm. Oh, and when Nestor is getting his press credentials back at Camden Yards…

Sharing our memories of the Baltimore Stallions and Grey Cup glory in CFL

Local author and Towson media professor Ron Snyder shares more memories from his book on the Baltimore Stallions and the two CFL Grey Cup years in the mid 1990s and invites folks to his new documentary screening and discussion on the team’s football impact on Baltimore sports history. It premiers at Towson University on September 24.

Irish drinks, American football and Ravens season

Freshly back from Ireland with his son’s doctorate education on the other side of the pond, our financial insider Leonard Raskin visits with Nestor on the eve of another exciting season of Baltimore Ravens football.

Getting prepped for Lamar and Mahomes to kickoff NFL season in Kansas City

We’ve been waiting since January for this one. The Baltimore Ravens head to Kansas City to face the Super Bowl champions with some news faces and new possibilities in the running game. Let Luke Jones and Nestor get you prepped for Lamar and Mahomes to kickoff the NFL season. Are you ready for some football?

Real life and the Ravens offensive line in aftermath of D’Alessandris loss

The Baltimore Ravens will head to Kansas City with heavy hearts and a lot of questions about their offensive line in the aftermath of the tragic death of longtime coach Joe D’Alessandris. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the heaviness of the task on the field – and more importantly off it for the folks in Owings Mills who loved their offensive line coach.

Putting out the real fires of Baltimore every day

As the Maryland Crab Cake Tour gets back to the streets of Baltimore in the coming weeks, we begin with a long overdue chat with Matt Coster of Baltimore Firefighters Local 734, who educates Nestor about what is important on our streets in battling blazes and providing safety for city citizens.

Discussing civility and the importance of independent journalism with Senator Ben Cardin

Senator Ben Cardin joins Nestor at MACo in Ocean City to discuss the emotional impact of the Key Bridge collapse and importance of small businesses in America. His political legacy as he departs Congress and the need for civility and importance of independent journalism in maintaining a healthy democracy were also on the Weis conversation menu from the beach.

Reaching the beach for all the right reasons

While spending a great week in Ocean City with the MACo events and conversations, it’s always a pleasure to welcome Tom Perlozzo of OCMD (yep, he’s Sam’s brother) back onto the show to discuss the benefits of the reach-the-beach life and a lifetime of memories on the Boardwalk and beyond.

The Key Bridge and key issues with Senator Chris Van Hollen

Senator Chris Van Hollen talks Key Bridge and securing federal funding with Nestor from MACo in Ocean City, highlighting Maryland’s efforts to work with the federal government for the rebuild. Lots here on oyster restoration and conservation of the Chesapeake Bay and the impact of the Trump presidency on American politics and journalism.

An update from Comptroller Lierman on where the money goes

Comptroller Brooke Lierman returns to join Nestor at MACo in Ocean City to confront his usual Schoolhouse Rock questions about where all the money goes in state finances and economic development, including the Maryland Tax Free Week and the proper pronunciation of the role. Also some explanations what public funds mean for stadium management, and the new revenue generated by the cannabis industry.

Roster moves and the waiting for that Kansas City kickoff

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Ravens trip to Green Bay and Lambeau Field for a scrimmage and getting through the final preseason game with good health. And then, it’s all eyes on Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and beating the Kansas City Chiefs on September 5th.

Classic5Golf 300

Finding a fall tee time and improving your game

Ed Miller of Pine Ridge tells Nestor about all of the Classic Five Golf courses around Baltimore and the beauty of fall golf – and a beautiful opportunity to work on improving your game.

In praise of funky Frederick, Maryland

Frederick Mayor Michael O’Connor allows Nestor to praise his community and the transformation of his his rural and conservative area with a vibrant and eclectic downtown, highlighting its unique small businesses, restaurants, breweries, and distilleries. Plenty here on the city’s revitalization efforts, charm and diversity.

How secure is your cybersecurity?

How often should you change your passwords? (More often than you think…) Bruce Spector of BCR Cyber educates Nestor about passwords, security, cyber threats and how to stay safe online from the annual MACo events at the Ocean City Convention Center.

Setting the purple tone in Kansas City next Thursday night

Cautious optimism abounds in Baltimore as the Ravens head to Kansas City to avenge last year’s AFC Championship Game loss and kick off the 2024 NFL season. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss all aspects and hopes for Lamar Jackson and the team now that Derrick Henry is in the backfield ready to run the rock from Faidley’s on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour.

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