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Luke Jones and Nestor give final thoughts before HarBowl III as Ravens head to Chargers for Monday Night family showdown in Los Angeles
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DVOA creator and football historian Aaron Schatz tells Nestor the current greatness of Lamar Jackson
Everyone has an opinion on Lamar Jackson but DVOA creator and football historian Aaron Schatz brings facts and receipts. Midway through another MVP-worthy season, let the guy who voted for Josh Allen as Most Valuable Player last year tell you the current greatness of this year’s version of the Baltimore Ravens’ offense.
The only sports logo and fashion voice we trust explores the history and rush of colors and jerseys and gimmicks
Comedian Jerry Seinfeld once said: “We cheer for the clothes!” And he wasn’t wrong. Sports artist and visual historian Todd Radom returns as Nestor’s king of the fashion police and logos to discuss modern sports jerseys and the Baltimore Ravens’ Color Rush purple helmets with the angry KISS bird that fell short.
ThanksWinning and big mobile sports wagering powered by local success
John Martin from the Maryland Lottery discussed the significant impact of sports wagering on the state’s economy, highlighting that October’s sports wagering handle reached $593 million, the largest ever, and contributed $7 million to the state.
The power to still unite us through the words and wisdom of Johnny Unitas
It’s taken Joe Unitas a long time to finally write a book of his father’s tales, advice and the father-to-son wisdom that only the son of the greatest quarterback of his generation could hand down through storytelling. The new book “Unitas To Unitas” is now available. Let the son of Number 19 tell you about the Johnny U he knew.
Seth Elkin of Maryland Lottery joins Nestor for some Ravens chatter and late chances to win big prizes
Seth Elkin of Maryland Lottery joins Nestor for some Ravens chatter and late chances to win big prizes, and highlighted a $2.9 million Fast Play VIP Club ticket win in Randallstown, the largest jackpot in five years.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens road ahead against Chargers and John vs. Jim in HarBowl III
When the defense is 32nd against the pass, it can’t get any worse. But, as Luke Jones and Nestor Aparicio point out, the Ravens heading to Los Angeles to battle the Chargers comes amidst a strange holiday schedule with lots of time off and short rest weeks en route to January as John Harbaugh tries to beat Jim Harbaugh one more.
Everything that makes Coppin State great
Coppin State Vice President for Advancement Joshua Humbert tells Nestor what makes the Eagles’ campus a place to brag about in West Baltimore, highlighting the university’s recent achievements, including a rise in national rankings, increased fundraising, and enhanced technology and facilities. Humbert emphasizes the importance of philanthropy and community support, noting that Coppin has raised $17 million of its $25 million campaign goal.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss moving left field wall and low expectations of Baltimore Orioles fans
There is plenty to debate regarding the “new” Baltimore Orioles and offseason with promise and hope for the franchise to take a major step forward under the ownership of David Rubenstein and the deft leadership of Mike Elias. That said, the Friday afternoon news dump of the Camden Yards left field wall and the lack of a free agency splash don’t feel like anything that will excite the fan base.
Ravens fans still getting lucky from scratch
Seth Elkin of Maryland Lottery joins Nestor for some Ravens chatter and late chances to win big prizes, and highlighted a $2.9 million Fast Play VIP Club ticket win in Randallstown, the largest jackpot in five years.
Ravens and Roquan limp toward Hollywood and the charge of HarBowl III
When the defense is 32nd against the pass, it can’t get any worse. But, as Luke Jones and Nestor Aparicio point out, the Ravens heading to Los Angeles to battle the Chargers comes amidst a strange holiday schedule with lots of time off and short rest weeks en route to January as John Harbaugh tries to beat Jim Harbaugh one more.
Van Halen historian Greg Renoff joins Nestor to discuss post Alex book and 5150 Hagar tour updates on band lore
Jump into the history of Van Halen with author and historian Greg Renoff, who once again joins Nestor to discuss the new Alex Van Halen book “Brothers” on his life with Eddie and the sensation of the “5150” residue on last summer’s Sammy Hagar and Michael Anthony tour and bringing the best of both worlds back to Las Vegas for a residency next spring.
Day 13 Going with The Bull oyster rock star shooter at The Walrus in Columbia
In the spirit of mixing it up every day on 26 in 26 days to celebrate 26 years of WNST and Baltimore Positive, the lucky thirteen day was spent with our pal John Allen of Stone Horses (and Child’s Play) rock and roll fame and “The Bull” with a two-part oyster shooter at The Walrus in Columbia. It was no bull.
We can’t be chicken about discussing Tucker and future of Ravens kicking operation
The special teams of the Baltimore Ravens certainly has not been its strength this season. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the overall operation and the sudden unreliability of a future Hall of Fame kicker and what Justin Tucker needs to do to kick them straight after another Ravens loss in Pittsburgh.
Author John Feinstein goes deep into Ivy League football traditions with Nestor his his new book The Ancient Eight
Celebrated author John Feinstein discusses his new book, “The Ancient Eight,” focusing on Ivy League football traditions highlighting the league’s unique rules, such as no expansion, no transfer portal, and no postseason games. And then, they discussed Lamar Jackson and American politics…
Comedian Paul Mecurio tells Nestor about his Permission To Speak comedy night at Maryland Hall in Annapolis on Saturday
Comedian Paul Mecurio tells Nestor about his Permission To Speak tour of comedy conviviality coming from Broadway to Maryland Hall in Annapolis on Saturday, November 23. From Wall Street attorney to writing jokes for Jay Leno, he now spends time with Stephen Colbert and tries to make us all laugh a little.
Megan Gatto of Art With A Heart brings out the starving artist in Nestor to promote the new space in Hampden
Megan Gatto of Art With A Heart brings out the starving artist in Nestor to promote the new space in Hampden, which is scheduled for a grand opening on November 30th.
Day 12 Visiting Heaven’s Waiting Room and finally experiencing the legendary oyster stew at The Peppermill
When the Maryland Oyster Tour was conceived the only place Nestor Aparicio knew he was going to hit was this venerable establishment with the sign on York Road just outside of the beltway in Towson. The sign always says: “Award Winning Oyster Stew.” And a roll with it, baby…
Coaching, composure and discipline plus poor play calling and penalties all become questions for Harbaugh and Ravens
Despite the defense’s strong performance, the Ravens’ inefficiencies and missed opportunities on offense – including a crucial two-point conversion attempt – contributed to their eighth loss in nine games against the Steelers. Luke Jones and Nestor emphasize the need for growth and maturity, especially in high-stakes games, and noted the team’s history of struggles in Pittsburgh.
When everybody wants some Van Halen gospel, not gossip
Jump into the history of Van Halen with author and historian Greg Renoff, who once again joins Nestor to discuss the new Alex Van Halen book “Brothers” on his life with Eddie and the sensation of the “5150” residue on last summer’s Sammy Hagar and Michael Anthony tour and bringing the best of both worlds back to Las Vegas for a residency next spring.
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss Ovechkin brilliance, Ravens woes in Pittsburgh and protecting wealth
As all eyes in Baltimore are focused on the last No. 8 we’ll probably ever have in the Charm City (after Cal Ripken and once Lamar Jackson is through), Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the “other” Number Eight in a Washington Capitals sweater, who continues to defy the odds and Father Time on the ice as his chases NHL immortality.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss coaching, composure, discipline and Ravens mojo after another loss to Steelers in Pittsburgh
Despite the defense’s strong performance, the Ravens’ inefficiencies and missed opportunities on offense – including a crucial two-point conversion attempt – contributed to their eighth loss in nine games against the Steelers. Luke Jones and Nestor emphasize the need for growth and maturity, especially in high-stakes games, and noted the team’s history of struggles in Pittsburgh.
John Martin of Maryland Lottery discusses sports wagering numbers and realities for players
John Martin of Maryland Lottery discusses sports wagering numbers and realities for players
Permission To Speak and the crowd-sourced, coming-from-Broadway comedy of Paul Mecurio
Comedian Paul Mecurio tells Nestor about his Permission To Speak tour of comedy conviviality coming from Broadway to Maryland Hall in Annapolis on Saturday, November 23. From Wall Street attorney to writing jokes for Jay Leno, he now spends time with Stephen Colbert and tries to make us all laugh a little.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss special teams and Justin Tucker after Ravens loss to Steelers
The special teams of the Baltimore Ravens certainly has not been its strength this season. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the overall operation and the sudden unreliability of a future Hall of Fame kicker and what Justin Tucker needs to do to kick them straight after another Ravens loss in Pittsburgh.
Day 11 Exploring the mignonette and getting back to raw and shucked at Conrad’s in Perry Hall
On Day 11, this was a quick stop and going back to the bull roast basics of how we learned about shucked and raw oysters at Conrad’s in Perry Hall – and trying to figure out what’s in a mignonette oyster dressing besides the zesty!
Will the Hot Stove finally heat up for Orioles fans with fresh Rubenstein money?
It’s an offseason of mystery not just for Baltimore Orioles fans but for everyone around Major League Baseball wondering where Juan Soto and many others will land. Luke Jones and Nestor get heated with some Hot Stove Orioles chatter as free agency looms and the new ownership comes under the microscope for messaging and intentions for the payroll of Mike Elias.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens ugly loss to Steelers in Pittsburgh
Was it the myriad of penalties, or the two missed kicks by Justin Tucker or the fact that Derrick Henry wasn’t involved enough? It certainly wasn’t because Russell Wilson found the fountain of youth. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss an ugly Ravens’ 18-16 loss to the Steelers in Pittsburgh.
Adding up the greatness of The Great Eight
As all eyes in Baltimore are focused on the last No. 8 we’ll probably ever have in the Charm City (after Cal Ripken and once Lamar Jackson is through), Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the “other” Number Eight in a Washington Capitals sweater, who continues to defy the odds and Father Time on the ice as his chases NHL immortality.
The bad mojo and look of an ugly Ravens loss to Steelers in Pittsburgh
Was it the myriad of penalties, or the two missed kicks by Justin Tucker or the fact that Derrick Henry wasn’t involved enough? It certainly wasn’t because Russell Wilson found the fountain of youth. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss an ugly Ravens’ 18-16 loss to the Steelers in Pittsburgh.
The Mayne Event serves up Wiffle Ball legend and lore in his new Fubo flick
Did you ever dream of beating Ken Griffey Jr. at Wiffle Ball? Well, it turns out that ESPN legend Kenny Mayne had a whole Seattle story of 20th Century glory to re-live and re-learn about his prowess in the only game that ever mattered in the neighborhood. His new, offbeat film “Wiffle Ball” debuts on Thursday on Fubo. Of course, Nestor presses Mayne on his Pearl Jam and Preakness presence.
Sports artist and visual historian Todd Radom joins Nestor to discuss modern sports jerseys and Color Rush purple helmets
Comedian Jerry Seinfeld once said: “We cheer for the clothes!” And he wasn’t wrong. Sports artist and visual historian Todd Radom returns as Nestor’s king of the fashion police and logos to discuss modern sports jerseys and the Baltimore Ravens’ Color Rush purple helmets with the angry KISS bird that fell short.
Joe Unitas tells Nestor why it was finally time to write a book of family wisdom handed down from Number 19
Joe Unitas tells Nestor why it was finally time to write a book of family wisdom handed down from Number 19
Former Steelers QB Charlie Batch gives Nestor insights and perspective on what makes Wilson dangerous for Ravens on Sunday
Former Steelers quarterback and lifer Pittsburgh good guy Charlie Batch gives Nestor some insights and perspective on what has made the team better with Russell Wilson under center. And what makes the Steelers’ defense dangerous for Lamar Jackson and the Ravens on Sunday at The Confluence.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens defensive issues and long prep for Steelers in Pittsburgh
When you’re 32nd in the league at defending the pass, opponents are likely to run much. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Ravens’ defensive issues and the extra prep for an inspired first-place Steelers team led by Russell Wilson in Pittsburgh. A big game at The Confuence on Sunday.
Kenny Mayne returns to teach Nestor the true history of Wiffle Ball and his new passion film
Did you ever dream of beating Ken Griffey Jr. at Wiffle Ball? Well, it turns out that ESPN legend Kenny Mayne had a whole Seattle story of 20th Century glory to re-live and re-learn about his prowess in the only game that ever mattered in the neighborhood. His new, offbeat film “Wiffle Ball” debuts on Thursday on Fubo. Of course, Nestor presses Mayne on his Pearl Jam and Preakness presence.
Charlie Batch: Baltimore at Pittsburgh is always a big game
Former Steelers quarterback and lifer Pittsburgh good guy Charlie Batch gives Nestor some insights and perspective on what has made the team better with Russell Wilson under center. And what makes the Steelers’ defense dangerous for Lamar Jackson and the Ravens on Sunday at The Confluence.
Ravens attempt to tighten defense in Pittsburgh
When you’re 32nd in the league at defending the pass, opponents aren’t likely to run much. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Ravens’ defensive issues and the extra prep for an inspired first-place Steelers team led by Russell Wilson in Pittsburgh. A big game at The Confuence on Sunday.
Legendary documentary filmmaker and former HBO president Ross Greenburg talks the legacy of Hard Knocks and modern team branding with Nestor
It’s been nearly a quarter of a century and sports documentaries as we all know them were seeded by the work of longtime HBO president Ross Greenburg, who returns to discuss how the landscape has changed and broadened for storytelling and entertaining since Steve Sabol partnered to create the first “Hard Knocks” with the Modells and Brian Billick and the Baltimore Ravens in 2001.
Luke Jones and Nestor get heated with some Hot Stove Orioles chatter as free agency looms in MLB
It’s an offseason of mystery not just for Baltimore Orioles fans but for everyone around Major League Baseball wondering where Juan Soto and many others will land. Luke Jones and Nestor get heated with some Hot Stove Orioles chatter as free agency looms and the new ownership comes under the microscope for messaging and intentions for the payroll of Mike Elias.
