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Fixing everything that is wrong with baseball
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Fixing everything that is wrong with baseball

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Reliving the pain of the Cobra and We Are Family
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Reliving the pain of the Cobra and We Are Family

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Cleveland and Baltimore and the death of a baseball player
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Cleveland and Baltimore and the death of a baseball player

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Do you still have that Cal Ripken rookie card?
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Do you still have that Cal Ripken rookie card?

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From cursed to blessed to this mess: Shaughnessy talks Red Sox past, present and future
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From cursed to blessed to this mess: Shaughnessy talks Red Sox past, present and future

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

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Neagle talks about love of baseball and Bernie Walter
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Neagle talks about love of baseball and Bernie Walter

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Ain’t no fooling around when you’re trying to be funny during a plague…
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Ain’t no fooling around when you’re trying to be funny during a plague…

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Castro, Cuba and Havana nights of fiction – and nonfiction
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Castro, Cuba and Havana nights of fiction – and nonfiction

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Bidding adieu to our pal Dave Ginsburg on press row
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Bidding adieu to our pal Dave Ginsburg on press row

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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.

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

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.

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.

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...

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...

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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...

The real costs of gerrymandering the Maryland electoral map

Transforming relationships one word at a time

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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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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...

Maryland basketball officially announces transfer additions Wahab, Russell

Former Georgetown big man Qudus Wahab exploded this past season, averaging 12.7 points and 8.2 rebounds per game.

Mullins illustrates ups and downs of Orioles’ rebuilding process

Remembering where the center fielder was two years ago helps keep the early struggles of other young players in perspective.

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.

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.

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.

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

DENNIS KOULATSOS

BILL COLE

LEONARD RASKIN

TODD SCHULER

BALTIMORE NEWS

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.

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

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...

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.

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.

POLITICS

BALTIMORE POSITIVE TV

MUSIC CLASSIC

BUSINESS

Speaking about the long road to Madam Speaker with Delegate Jones

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From Cowdensville and Arbutus through Lansdowne and onto Annapolis, we learn more about the new Speaker of The House Adrienne Jones

Signing on to help vulnerable folks remain in their homes during a long winter in East Baltimore

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Buoyed by her long support from Mayor Brandon Scott and fresh off a District 2 election victory, Councilwoman Danielle McCray discusses local housing concerns for residents and the best place for peach cake and holiday goodies in her tasty locality.

A debate about role of local media in improving Baltimore

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Baltimore Positive took a deep dive in on local media and its role in telling the story of Baltimore as Damian O'Doherty joins Mohler and Aparicio for a raw debate about truth and our city

Is getting murder rate below 200 in Baltimore possible?

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Can the next mayor of Baltimore stop the bloodshed?

EDUCATION

Schapiro wants Baltimore Homecoming to spread Charm City goodwill globally

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Bringing influential Baltimoreans who live elsewhere "home" for three days of education to take back to the world about the current charms of Charm City. That is what Baltimore Homecoming is all about...

Introducing Baltimore Positive and our goals

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This is Part 1 of Don Mohler's interview with Nestor Aparicio to launch Baltimore Positive in April 2019. And look at how this web platform turned out...

Cassie tells us about Baltimore Magazine ambitious “How to Fix Baltimore” cover

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Many interesting ideas, talking points and recommendations from BMag about improving the Charm City

HEALTH

The real center of attention in the Tampa Bay offense

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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.

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

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

The confidence level of Americans rises as vaccines go into arms

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Don Mohler and Nestor do The Recon on how this country will have a better spring and summer as progress arises in the domestic battle with COVID.

ARTS

Adam Lambert talks Zeppelin, American Idol and future before Queen

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When the American Idol crew came through the Royal Farms Arena in 2009, Nestor talked about Kiss and Robert Plant with a future superstar and man of Mercury.

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

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

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...

LEADERSHIP

WNST CLASSIC

Mark McGrath of Sugar Ray talks baseball at 2000 All Star Game as Rick Sutcliffe busts in on Nestor

During his stint at Sporting News Radio, Nestor broadcast live from the field in Atlanta's Turner Field at the Major League Baseball All Star...

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

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

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.

Ozzie Newsome tells Nestor all about the 1997 Draft from The Barn

Where were you when the Ravens drafted Peter Boulware and Jamie Sharper? We were in Parkville getting to know a Hall of Famer...

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.

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.

Ain’t no fooling around when you’re trying to be funny during a plague…

Legendary local comedian Mickey Cucchiella joins Nestor to share and poke fun of three decades of friendship and history and tales about growing up on a Baltimore stage after meeting backstage at Hammerjacks during the glam rock era of the 1980s.

That time I asked Phil Niekro about throwing a knuckleball

Back when Nestor Aparicio was nationally syndicated on Sporting News Radio a the turn of the century, he had a chance to talk pitching and catching with the late Hall of Famer.

Ripken reflects on incredible career as he marches to Cooperstown

When Cal Ripken was headed to the Hall of Fame, he sat down with Nestor to chat about life and reflect in 2007.

Musician Thomas Dolby recaps his hyperactive first Ravens game with Nestor and 513 purple crew

When Nestor invited the 80s pop star and local John Hopkins professor onto the show in early December to discuss music education, he asked if Dolby had ever been to an American football game. Then Ryan Mallett happened against the Pittsburgh Steelers as a Christmas miracle...

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