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The real costs of gerrymandering the Maryland electoral map

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What really got accomplished in Annapolis this winter?
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What really got accomplished in Annapolis this winter?

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Solving murders and preventing them continues to plague our city
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Solving murders and preventing them continues to plague our city

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What are the realities of police reform in Annapolis for citizens in Baltimore?
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What are the realities of police reform in Annapolis for citizens in Baltimore?

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Steele says gauging temperature of Republican base in Maryland is tricky
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Steele says gauging temperature of Republican base in Maryland is tricky

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Did Orioles ever really have a chance of hosting MLB All-Star Game?
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Did Orioles ever really have a chance of hosting MLB All-Star Game?

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Is there a political center on guns in America?
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Is there a political center on guns in America?

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How did America want and get this many guns?
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Is Wes Moore pointed toward a run for Annapolis?
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Is Wes Moore pointed toward a run for Annapolis?

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The Recon asks: Is Baltimore improving?
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The Recon asks: Is Baltimore improving?

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Fixing everything that is wrong with baseball

Baseball author, historian, SABR leader and West Coast League commish Rob Neyer welcomes another season of baseball with cautionary tales for MLB commissioner Rob Manfred and the owners' and players' always simmering labor war.

The real costs of gerrymandering the Maryland electoral map

Putting a summer tour of Maryland together from the inside

PODCAST AUDIO VAULT

LOCAL DISCUSSION

Are you ready for Ravens schedule release and that Vegas date in the fall?

Brian Lease gets ready for the Ravens schedule release and draft prospects with Nestor.

What really got accomplished in Annapolis this winter?

A seasoned panel of State House insiders discusses the distanced effects of COVID and a budget crunch on every decision of the Maryland General Assembly over the past 100 days. Pam Wood, Josh Kurtz and Bryan Sears recap a busy session in Nap Town.

Is it wise to pitch a fit over Orioles lousy pitching?

Luke Jones and Nestor assess Orioles overall pitching philosophy as an organization after Red Sox sweep at Camden Yards

Transforming relationships one word at a time

Fresh off her Ted Talk, mental health expert Patty Mohler says finding equilibrium as pandemic recedes is paramount for happiness.

Fixing everything that is wrong with baseball

Baseball author, historian, SABR leader and West Coast League commish Rob Neyer welcomes another season of baseball with cautionary tales for MLB commissioner Rob Manfred and the owners' and players' always simmering labor war.

The real costs of gerrymandering the Maryland electoral map

Democrats were the culprits here in The Free State but Ron Cassie of Baltimore Magazine discusses the history of gerrymandering and how Andy Harris managed to ever get elected in the first place.

Reawakening cicadas and local music for kids this spring

Sam Sessa of WTMD joins Nestor to discuss the old memories of live concerts, Baltimore Sun review privileges and the possibilities of outdoor live music this spring and summer all over the region. Oh, and does "indie" get a bad rap? Hmm...

Cleveland and Baltimore and the death of a baseball player

Believeland producer Andy Billman joins Nestor to recall the Cleveland and Baltimore wars and a lost Indians tale of sadness a century ago in his "War On The Diamond" documentary about the on-field death of Ray Chapman.

Got my shot, ready set and…what’s next? Cicadas and post pandemic summer life in Baltimore

Bill Cole and Nestor discuss pandemic changes and spring fever

A breath of fresh A.I.R will be needed for indoor space when pandemic recedes

We have all seen our indoor lives change dramatically over the past year and the concern for the quality of the air you breathe becomes paramount. Martin Knott says comfort is critical to productivity and health, including clean air, is critical to life.

Finding Capital praise for the greybeard captain in red

Leonard Raskin gets Nestor ready for Stanley Cup playoffs with some old-time hockey discussion and some Ovechkin generational love.

Reliving the pain of the Cobra and We Are Family

Former MLBer Dave Parker talks the life of The Cobra in his new autobiography and was happy to recap the 1979 World Series pain for Nestor.

Putting a summer tour of Maryland together from the inside

This week on The Recon, Don and Nestor take on a "where to go in Maryland" for some summer fun debate and suggestion thread. Gonna be a red, gold and black kinda beach and mountain expedition for crab cakes in August at Baltimore Positive...

Wrestlemania and wrestling with how to fix Ravens pass rush via draft

Luke Jones and Nestor spend their annual segment breaking down another Wrestlemania and then wrestle with Ravens draft options and needs this month.

Solving murders and preventing them continues to plague our city

We continue to monitor the progress of the new administration through the eyes of other who aspired to run the business of Baltimore. The prosecutor in Thiru Vignarajah has never had trouble defining the problems and discussing potential solutions.

A Silver lining and look at Ravens offseason and draft hopes

They don't get together too often but when they do, Mike Silver of NFL Network and Nestor usually meander into some strange music and life chats far off the football path.

Do you still have that Cal Ripken rookie card?

Essex attorney and lifer Dundalk pal Mark Miller joins Nestor to discuss sports nostalgia and rising value in baseball cards during COVID. Did your...

Finding a path to get away from it all this spring

Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor mix it up as spring opens a world of outdoor possibilities if you're still trying to get away from it all.

The real costs of gerrymandering the Maryland electoral map

Democrats were the culprits here in The Free State but Ron Cassie of Baltimore Magazine discusses the history of gerrymandering and how Andy Harris managed to ever get elected in the first place.

Transforming relationships one word at a time

A breath of fresh A.I.R will be needed for indoor space when pandemic recedes

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The Annapolis Insiders join Don and Nestor for a recap panel of State House agenda and deeds
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Thiru Vignarajah says solving murders and preventing them continues to be a problem in our city
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The Recon takes on where to go in Maryland for some summer fun
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Mental health expert Patty Mohler says finding equilibrium as pandemic recedes is paramount
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Ron Cassie discusses gerrymandering and how Andy Harris managed to be elected to public office
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Former RNC chief Michael Steele discusses the future of the Republican party in Maryland and beyond
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Golf pro Ed Miller of Classic Five breaks down a glorious weekend of Masters Weekend in Augusta
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Ron Cassie joins Nestor and Don to tell the history of the roots of Baltimore Orioles baseball
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Telling the story of 818 Market in Catonsville and what makes a modern grocerant work in the 21228
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State Senator Charles Sydnor discusses the upcoming realities of police reform in Annapolis
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Martin Knott bringing new A I R to the room and education on the quality of what we breathe indoors
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Daryl Davis discusses how his love of music led to his mission to fight hatred and educate the KKK
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Local musician and love advocate Daryl Davis tells about the time Bruce Springsteen met Chuck Berry
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Marty Conway and Nestor discuss Orioles recruitment of MLB All Star Game and Atlanta pullout
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Don Mohler and Nestor do The Recon on a glorious weekend of Orioles baseball and hoops
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Max Weiss takes a bow for Baltimore Magazine as we talk crab cakes with The Queen
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Wes Moore is ready to move from Robin Hood leadership to exploring Annapolis and home
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Former Congresswoman Donna Edwards discusses assault weapons and how America has reacted to NRA
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Mark Leibovich talks the big game of NFL and big circus of Washington political scene
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Don Mohler and Nestor do The Recon on hoops, spring and Baltimore improving
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SPORTS

Five Ravens potentially impacted most by 2021 draft

Wide receiver Devin Duvernay is aiming for a bigger role on offensive in his second season.

A Silver lining and look at Ravens offseason and draft hopes

They don't get together too often but when they do, Mike Silver of NFL Network and Nestor usually meander into some strange music and life chats far off the football path.

Experience, youth at edge defender still on list of needs for Ravens

Free-agent veteran pass rusher Justin Houston is visiting with the Ravens this week.

Reliving the pain of the Cobra and We Are Family

Former MLBer Dave Parker talks the life of The Cobra in his new autobiography and was happy to recap the 1979 World Series pain for Nestor.

Do you still have that Cal Ripken rookie card?

Essex attorney and lifer Dundalk pal Mark Miller joins Nestor to discuss sports nostalgia and rising value in baseball cards during COVID. Did your...

Orioles fail to back Means in 1-0 loss to Texas in 10 innings

John Means struck out nine over seven shutout innings, but Baltimore was unable to complete the sweep in Arlington.

Twelve Orioles thoughts following series loss to Seattle

Reality hit the Orioles in a hard way with another series loss to finish off an ugly 1-6 homestand.

Finding a path to get away from it all this spring

Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor mix it up as spring opens a world of outdoor possibilities if you're still trying to get away from it all.

Is it wise to pitch a fit over Orioles lousy pitching?

Luke Jones and Nestor assess Orioles overall pitching philosophy as an organization after Red Sox sweep at Camden Yards

Finding Capital praise for the greybeard captain in red

Leonard Raskin gets Nestor ready for Stanley Cup playoffs with some old-time hockey discussion and some Ovechkin generational love.

Are you ready for Ravens schedule release and that Vegas date in the fall?

Brian Lease gets ready for the Ravens schedule release and draft prospects with Nestor.

Wrestlemania and wrestling with how to fix Ravens pass rush via draft

Luke Jones and Nestor spend their annual segment breaking down another Wrestlemania and then wrestle with Ravens draft options and needs this month.

DENNIS KOULATSOS

BILL COLE

LEONARD RASKIN

TODD SCHULER

BALTIMORE NEWS

Putting a summer tour of Maryland together from the inside

This week on The Recon, Don and Nestor take on a "where to go in Maryland" for some summer fun debate and suggestion thread. Gonna be a red, gold and black kinda beach and mountain expedition for crab cakes in August at Baltimore Positive...

Fixing everything that is wrong with baseball

Baseball author, historian, SABR leader and West Coast League commish Rob Neyer welcomes another season of baseball with cautionary tales for MLB commissioner Rob Manfred and the owners' and players' always simmering labor war.

Cleveland and Baltimore and the death of a baseball player

Believeland producer Andy Billman joins Nestor to recall the Cleveland and Baltimore wars and a lost Indians tale of sadness a century ago in his "War On The Diamond" documentary about the on-field death of Ray Chapman.

Are you ready for Ravens schedule release and that Vegas date in the fall?

Brian Lease gets ready for the Ravens schedule release and draft prospects with Nestor.

Wrestlemania and wrestling with how to fix Ravens pass rush via draft

Luke Jones and Nestor spend their annual segment breaking down another Wrestlemania and then wrestle with Ravens draft options and needs this month.

POLITICS

BALTIMORE POSITIVE TV

MUSIC CLASSIC

BUSINESS

How Wes Moore found his way back to Baltimore

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The charm and potential of the Charm City called to him...

Cass discusses preseason misery of NFL fans and potential solutions

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We all dislike the NFL preseason and all the awfulness that it brings. It is a brand problem for the sport. We asked Ravens president Dick Cass for potential solutions...

Copeland says online educational tools still open doors to Lewis Museum for learning

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The Executive Director of the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History & Culture tells us how to stay involved

Unmasking all of the intrigue and secrecy about virus outbreak in Owings Mills

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The Ravens have been very quiet about the breakdowns in their facility that led to so many positive tests and delays before Steelers game. Todd Schuler and Nestor debate some legal issues beyond HIPAA, bad P.R. and a black eye in Pittsburgh.

EDUCATION

Hathaway discusses many challenges of the struggle in West Baltimore

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Reverend Al Hathaway of Union Baptist Church is on the streets of West Baltimore making a difference every day. This is his story...

Privacy, security and modern society

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What is private and what even matters any more? Talking privacy, guns and America with the MICA Philosophy professor Dr. Firmin DeBrabender.

Copeland says online educational tools still open doors to Lewis Museum for learning

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The Executive Director of the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History & Culture tells us how to stay involved

HEALTH

One pandemic, no solutions…

Baltimore Positive -
Lock down? Open up? Wear a mask. Go to school. Stay at home. Avoid science. Believe science. Ignore science. We all know someone with a different belief on these significant social issues. Bill Cole and Nestor discuss agreeing to disagree about pandemic solutions during election season. They do agree you should vote!

Schmoke tells Nestor and Don what the next mayor of Baltimore needs

Baltimore Positive -
Talking all things marijuana, leadership and running the University of Baltimore during a pandemic

Dr. Branch talks Baltimore County Covid-19 safety and your health during pandemic

Baltimore Positive -
Educating ourselves about the virus and the risks

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. These chats...

James Young allows Nestor to get his Styx fan boy out before Pier Six in August 2013

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Ever since he saw them at the Baltimore Civic Center in February 1980, former music critic Nestor Aparicio has been chasing Styx around the country. JY has been a recurring character on his radio show for three decades. This one was a "mirror, mirror on the wall" segment...

Reawakening cicadas and local music for kids this spring

Baltimore Positive -
Sam Sessa of WTMD joins Nestor to discuss the old memories of live concerts, Baltimore Sun review privileges and the possibilities of outdoor live music this spring and summer all over the region. Oh, and does "indie" get a bad rap? Hmm...

LEADERSHIP

WNST CLASSIC

Let Marvin Lewis tell the tale of the greatest defense in NFL history 20 years later

Telling the story of the 2000 Baltimore Ravens never gets old. Defensive coordinator Marvin Lewis joined Nestor from Arizona State to recap some of the old purple magic and how it changes your life.

Dudley Connell of The Seldom Scene gives Nestor an education in bluegrass music

As he ages and gains musical wisdom, Nestor loves having on folks that push him beyond his boundaries and initial tastes. Gotta have an open mind. And open ears to hear the sounds of America...

That time Larry King called my book “a good read” and discussed history of Orioles baseball

Back in the 1990s when he worked at CNN in Washington, Larry King was a frequent visitor at Camden Yards and loved talking Orioles baseball and Little Looey with Nestor.

The time that Jon Ogden co-hosted Orioles Opening Day from Camden Pub

Back in the 1990s, live radio would pack 'em in and football and baseball conversations would weave together. The future Hall of Famer was wearing an "It's a D.C. Thang" T-shirt. His hometown and the Nation's Capital didn't even have a team back then...

Nils Lofgren talks all things E Street on Radio Row in Phoenix

Nestor Aparicio gets the honor of spending time with pal Nils Lofgren of Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band at the 2008 Super Bowl in Phoenix.

What is the future of baseball and how will our kids see the game?

Author Mark Mussina joins Nestor to discuss modern baseball and the attention span of American children.

Damian Darlington of Brit Floyd shares his love of music of Pink Floyd with Nestor before Modell Lyric show

Everyone loves a night of Pink Floyd music. These guys do it as well as anyone in the world outside of Roger and David at this point.

Former Black Crowes drummer Steve Gorman catches up on music to sports radio transition

A recurring guest in recent years as he left the drum kit of The Black Crowes to become a sports radio host at Fox Sports Radio, Gorman and Nestor catches up on Orioles, NFL and life in Nashville with the new band Trigger Hippy.

Guitarist Mark Bryan tells Nestor about Hootie And The Blowfish hiatus in 2015

Over the years, the local sports and rock and roll connection of Nestor and Hootie And The Blowfish has led to several visits from the boys from South Carolina via the D.C. burbs. It gives him a chance to crush them about the Redskins.

Jack Del Rio comes back to Baltimore to celebrate twenty years of football since Super Bowl XXXV

Now down the road with the Washington Football Team, Jack Del Rio comes back to Baltimore to discuss the power and legend of what Ray Lewis and the early teams built in Owings Mills.

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