Baltimore Positive

NFL agent Chad Wiestling and Dave Sheinin of The Washington Post talk business of football and people with Nestor

BP Podcast Audio / September 25, 2024

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.

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens consistency and offensive line after Dallas win

BP Podcast Audio / September 25, 2024

Now leading the NFL in penalties through three weeks, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the 1-2 Ravens’ consistency, discipline and the all-important offensive line after a narrow win over the Dallas Cowboys.

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Lamar running and King Henry rolling for Ravens offense

BP Podcast Audio / September 24, 2024

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Lamar running and King Henry rolling for Ravens offense

Luke Jones and Nestor take a hard look at Orioles playoff hopes with a week to get rotation and roster ready

BP Podcast Audio / September 24, 2024

Luke Jones and Nestor take a hard look at Orioles playoff hopes with a week to get rotation and roster ready

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens near miss and escape victory in Dallas

BP Podcast Audio / September 23, 2024

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.

John Martin of Maryland Lottery tells Nestor about Ravens scratch-off fun underway with big winners

BP Podcast Audio / September 21, 2024

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.

Bill Cole and Nestor discuss the mood of Baltimore when sports teams hopes suddenly turn sour

BP Podcast Audio / September 21, 2024

Bill Cole and Nestor discuss the mood of Baltimore when the Ravens and Orioles start to lose games we think they’re going to win…

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles momentum and Tigers and Yankees after Santander walkoff win

BP Podcast Audio / September 20, 2024

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Orioles’ momentum and Tigers and Yankees after Santander walkoff win.

Dave Sheinin of The Washington Post talks music and Orioles baseball with Nestor on Crab Cake Tour

BP Podcast Audio / September 20, 2024

Dave Sheinin of The Washington Post talks music and Orioles baseball with Nestor on Crab Cake Tour

Luke Jones and Nestor gets ready for Dallas and ways Ravens can get offense going

BP Podcast Audio / September 20, 2024

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.

Leonard Raskin and Nestor try to find something upbeat about Baltimore sports during a tough week for fans

BP Podcast Audio / September 19, 2024

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.

Local NFL agent Chad Wiestling tells Nestor about passion for sports and football players at heart of his work

BP Podcast Audio / September 19, 2024

Local NFL agent and former Terps football player Chad Wiestling tells Nestor about his passion for sports, his players at heart of his work and why he loves the Baltimore Orioles so much on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour at Kooper’s Tavern in Fells Point at Oyster Fest.

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss coaching decisions and challenges of John Harbaugh and leg of Justin Tucker

BP Podcast Audio / September 18, 2024

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.

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles getting battered by Giants and playoff health realities

Nestor Aparicio / September 18, 2024

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.

Dave Sheinin of The Washington Post gives Nestor his Paris Olympics tales at Kooper’s Fells Point

BP Podcast Audio / September 18, 2024

After a month in Paris covering the Olympics for The Washington Post, our favorite traveling Baltimore music maker, sports expert and local dude Dave Sheinin joins Nestor at Kooper’s Pub on The Maryland Crab Cake Tour for a full recap of his summer French connection.

Allen McCallum and Nestor assess Orioles ability to regroup in time for an October World Series push

BP Podcast Audio / September 18, 2024

We’ve been at this a long time at WNST. Our first ballpark reporter almost 30 years ago and lifer pal Allen McCallum joins Nestor to discuss the two weeks of “Fall Training” before the Orioles will need to win games in October for what feels like an unlikely World Series run.

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens offensive line problems and solutions after Raiders loss

BP Podcast Audio / September 17, 2024

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens offensive line problems and solutions after Raiders loss

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the wobbly state of the Orioles' postseason realities after another long weekend on the road in Detroit with frozen bats and poor results.

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss state of Orioles after long weekend in Detroit and frozen bats

BP Podcast Audio / September 17, 2024

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the wobbly state of the Orioles’ postseason realities after another long weekend on the road in Detroit with frozen bats and poor results.

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the implosion of Ravens against Raiders at home on Sunday

BP Podcast Audio / September 17, 2024

After a second week of inconsistencies and penalties across the offensive line hindered the Baltimore Ravens in another loss, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the worst passing defense in the NFL through Week 2, the strange red flag challenges of John Harbaugh and a purple implosion at home against the Las Vegas Raiders.

Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness gets Nestor for fall flavors and more cannabis education

BP Podcast Audio / September 17, 2024

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.

Mary Drexler and John Martin educate Nestor on Gambling Awareness Month and football wagering season

BP Podcast Audio / September 17, 2024

Mary Drexler and John Martin discuss the Maryland Center of Excellence on Problem Gambling assistance, offerings and resources to help a loved one in need with this addiction. Nestor asks lots of questions and wonders what happens if (or when?) you call the 1-800-Gambler helpline. With football back, it’s time to have a serious talk about limits.

Former Raiders and Cowboys beat writer Michael Gehlken discusses why he left locker rooms and industry after 15 years

BP Podcast Audio / September 15, 2024

Former Raiders and Cowboys beat writer Michael Gehlken discusses why he left locker rooms and industry after 15 years

Doug Lloyd of Maryland Lottery tells Nestor what’s it’s like calling big winners with big prizes

BP Podcast Audio / September 14, 2024

Doug Lloyd of Maryland Lottery tells Nestor what’s it’s like to the one who contacts and calls the big jackpot winners to deliver the great news that sometimes they don’t even believe. And the Home Run Riches summer of big Orioles bombs!

Our genius sports cartoonist pal Ricig joins Nestor to keep hope alive for an Orioles championship parade

BP Podcast Audio / September 14, 2024

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.

Former NFL fullback Merril Hoge talks tailgating and running the ball with Nestor.

BP Podcast Audio / September 14, 2024

Our old NFL Films pal and former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Merril Hoge talks tailgating and how the Ravens need to manage a unique offensive attack with Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry.

Mark Viviano finally tells Nestor the whole back story of his scoop of Browns coming to Baltimore in 1995

BP Podcast Audio / September 13, 2024

Mark Viviano finally tells Nestor the whole back story of his scoop of Browns coming to Baltimore in 1995

Bill Cole and Nestor debate why Baltimoreans don’t go to College Park for Terps football games

BP Podcast Audio / September 13, 2024

Bill Cole and Nestor debate why more Baltimoreans don’t go to College Park for Terps football games in the era of big money, Big 10 action.

Luke Jones and Nestor preview Raiders at Ravens and ways to get offense and Lamar going

BP Podcast Audio / September 13, 2024

As a hefty 9-point favorite at home against the woeful Las Vegas Raiders, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the importance of the Ravens’ running game and getting win before heading to Dallas, entertaining Buffalo and going to Cincinnati as the schedule promises to stiffen after Gardner Minshew.

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles mediocre baseball and waiting on better health and more big hits

BP Podcast Audio / September 13, 2024

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles mediocre baseball and waiting on better health and more big hits

Mark Viviano joins Nestor and Ricig to discuss Baltimore sports media history and impact

BP Podcast Audio / September 13, 2024

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.

Marcella Knight and Eric Campbell serve Nestor first oyster of his Maryland Oyster Tour at Koco’s Pub

BP Podcast Audio / September 12, 2024

Marcella Knight and Eric Campbell serve Nestor first oyster of his Maryland Oyster Tour at Koco’s Pub

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles pitching hopes after another strong Albert Suarez effort at Fenway

BP Podcast Audio / September 11, 2024

On a night when the Orioles’ bats awakened, it was the arm of Albert Suarez that continues to get the job done in a September pennant race. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Orioles’ overall pitching hopes after another strong start from the Venezuelan righty at Fenway Park.

John Kneisly gives Nestor a Heads & Tails 5K Doggie Dash delivery for Greater Baltimore Chamber of Commerce event on September 22

Nestor Aparicio / September 11, 2024

Local insurance specialist and Greater Baltimore Chamber of Commer John Kneisly joined Nestor to discussed various community events and initiatives, including the 5K Run, Walk, and Doggy Dash on September 22, which supports Reed’s Rescue, a dog rescue organization.

Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss college football kickoff and Ravens thud in Kansas City

BP Podcast Audio / September 11, 2024

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 didn’t like what he saw against Michigan State. Something to take our minds off the Kansas City loss and 10 days before the Raiders arrive. A little chat about Saturdays in Maryland…

Mark Viviano steps out of retirement at Koco’s to tell Nestor his amazing broadcasting journey

BP Podcast Audio / September 11, 2024

Mark Viviano steps out of retirement at Koco’s to tell Nestor his amazing broadcasting journey

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss offensive line play of Ravens and needs against Raiders

BP Podcast Audio / September 11, 2024

After the first look at the new and younger (and cheaper) offensive line of the Baltimore Ravens, Luke Jones and Nestor can only say it needs to improve for the running and passing game of Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry to be truly effective.

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss NFL surprises and storylines as Week 1 kicks off a long season

BP Podcast Audio / September 11, 2024

After watching three decades of Ravens football here in Baltimore, we aren’t the kind to overreact to a 27-20 loss to the World Champion Kansas City Chiefs to start the season. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the surprises and storylines as Week 1 kicks off a long season.

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles loss at Fenway and Lamar Jackson off the practice field

BP Podcast Audio / September 10, 2024

Our intrepid sports reporter Luke Jones spent Monday on the practice field of Owings Mills wondering where Lamar Jackson was and then watched the Orioles take another beating at Fenway. We thought September was supposed to be fun? Luke joined Nestor for a discussion about finding pitching and the youth of Jackson Holliday.

Barry Bloom of Sportico joins Nestor to discuss Yankees and Orioles stretch run and MLB revenue strategies in small markets

BP Podcast Audio / September 10, 2024

Barry Bloom of Sportico joins Nestor to discuss Yankees and Orioles stretch run and MLB revenue strategies in small markets

Lawrence Gowan of Styx talks music, songs, Canadian love and why classic rock still matters before Lyric and Ocean City gigs this weekend

BP Podcast Audio / September 10, 2024

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.

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