Blanchard: Running a new kind of campaign in South Baltimore’s 11th District
Candidate Zac Blanchard tells Nestor why he’s running for City Council 11th District in South Baltimore and ways to improve the neighborhood he calls home.
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We survived the Angelos Era of Orioles baseball so what’s next?
Allen McCallum and Nestor Aparicio were seated next to each other in visiting press boxes for the iconic Roberto Alomar ALDS home run in Cleveland and the Jeffrey Maier debacle in New York almost 30 years ago. They covered the team every day at the dawn of WNST until they were no longer allowed access. Now almost three decades later, they discuss the future of the Baltimore Orioles with new ownership of David Rubenstein and general manager Mike Elias fielding the best crop of players of our lifetime at Camden Yards.
The real value of a “fresh start” Baltimore Orioles ownership for MLB
Longtime author and baseball historian Barry Bloom of Sportico provides some historic perspective what the new Orioles ownership could mean for Baltimore and Major League Baseball as David Rubenstein and Cal Ripken step forward to unleash of the potential of a franchise that is blooming on the field and about to blossom with fresh energy.
John Martin of Maryland Lottery talks billions and millions for Maryland dreamers
We’re watching the Orioles and Home Run Riches pulling for a grand slam every night but the big one continues to get bigger. John Martin of Maryland Lottery talks billions and millions for Maryland dreamers and some big local winners as well.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss foul weather, unlikely stars and Orioles Magic youth in Norfolk
Adding up the math of the first week of the “next chapter” of Orioles baseball, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss foul weather, unlikely stars and the Orioles Magic youth in Norfolk hitting the cover off the ball and banging on the walls of The Warehouse at Camden Yards. Mike Elias has good problems to begin the 2024 campaign.
How will the “next chapter” of Orioles ownership communicate with traumatized Baltimore fan base?
It’s been 18 years since local communication and public relations guru Greg Abel created the “We’re Not Gonna Take It” video after Nestor Aparicio led “Free The Birds” to communicate some uncomfortable truths to Peter Angelos. That was September 2006. Now, with David Rubenstein taking over the helm of the Orioles franchise, what do we expect to be better for the fans – other than everything?
Foul weather, walkoff wins, unlikely stars and the Norfolk hitting machine
Adding up the math of the first week of the “next chapter” of Orioles baseball, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss foul weather, unlikely stars and the Orioles Magic youth in Norfolk hitting the cover off the ball and banging on the walls of The Warehouse at Camden Yards. Mike Elias has good problems to begin the 2024 campaign.
Luke Jones and Nestor talk Jordan Westburg, walkoffs and future of Orioles roster
Luke Jones and Nestor talk Jordan Westburg, walkoffs and future of Orioles roster
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss loss of Clowney and Ravens draft hopes and salary cap realities
We knew the departures were coming in the aftermath of the Baltimore Ravens’ record-setting season. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the loss of Jadeveon Clowney and how Eric DeCosta will seek to replace his large role in the success of the 2023 Ravens defense. Draft hopes and salary cap realties will rule April in Owings Mills.
How will Ravens replace production of Clowney?
We knew the departures were coming in the aftermath of the Baltimore Ravens’ record-setting season. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the loss of Jadeveon Clowney and how Eric DeCosta will seek to replace his large role in the success of the 2023 Ravens defense. Draft hopes and salary cap realties will rule April in Owings Mills.
Making the case for Jordan Westburg to stick and star for Orioles
After his walkoff homer earlier in the week, Luke Jones and Nestor discussed the ever-crowded roster and talent tank of the Baltimore Orioles and where Jordan Westburg will eventually play and stay for a franchise with a wealth of young players itching for big league at bats.
Barry Bloom of Sportico provides historic perspective on Orioles new ownership and expectations for change
Longtime author and baseball historian Barry Bloom of Sportico provides some historic perspective what the new Orioles ownership could mean for Baltimore and Major League Baseball as David Rubenstein and Cal Ripken step forward to unleash of the potential of a franchise that is blooming on the field and about to blossom with fresh energy.
Royals broadcaster Jeff Montgomery helps Nestor unpack new Orioles ownership and modern MLB money
Royals broadcaster Jeff Montgomery helps Nestor unpack new Orioles ownership and modern MLB money
Luke Jones and Nestor talk Orioles rotation and dominance of Burnes and Rodriguez
After back-to-back gems from the hill to start the Orioles 2024 campaign, Luke Jones and Nestor rethink the starting rotation and the potential dominance and friendly competition between Burnes and Rodriguez as a season to dream begins.
Don’t tell Grayson Rodriguez that Corbin Burnes is the Orioles’ ace
After back-to-back gems from the hill to start the Orioles 2024 campaign, Luke Jones and Nestor rethink the starting rotation and the potential dominance and friendly competition between Burnes and Rodriguez as a season to dream begins.
The Royals life: Montgomery talks small market MLB ownership and Kansas City success and failure
Longtime Royals broadcaster and former All Star relief pitcher Jeff Montgomery helps Nestor unpack the new Orioles ownership and modern MLB money.
Still dreaming big?
We’re watching the Orioles and Home Run Riches pulling for a grand slam every night but the big one continues to get bigger. John Martin of Maryland Lottery talks billions and millions for Maryland dreamers and some big local winners as well.
Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness joins Nestor to discuss strength of Baltimore and local flower
As we continue our education series in understanding adult use cannabis and the science of the plant, Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness discusses the various strengths and strains of locally produced flower at Far & Dotter in Timonium.
The fresh start of a new era of Orioles baseball in Baltimore
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the new baseball season and Orioles fresh start at Camden Yards with David Rubenstein and Cal Ripken in front of things after three decades of tyranny. What changes come first and what have we seen so far in the first hours?
Thiru makes his case to be the next Mayor of Baltimore
Returning candidate Thiru Vignarajah tells Nestor his path to finally becoming Mayor of Baltimore with another run this month.
Janet Marie Smith joins Nestor to discuss power of Key Bridge and new baseball ownership for Baltimore
Our resident Hall of Famer and a visionary of the original designs for Camden Yards comes home to discuss the loss of the Key Bridge, fond memories of Peter Angelos and the future of her hometown baby under the new ownership of David Rubenstein and with civic funding to make it awesome for Orioles fans. Janet Marie Smith joins Nestor to start the season with a home run conversation about the city we love.
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss legend, lore, emotions and economic impact of Key Bridge tragedy
It’s all so raw and so previously unfathomable – the collapse of the Key Bridge in the overnight. Leonard Raskin and Nestor the discuss the emotions, loss and economic impact for the Port of Baltimore and region as our state attempts to heal and rebuild as quickly as possible.
Coming together after the Key Bridge tragedy
It’s all so raw and so previously unfathomable – the collapse of the Key Bridge in the overnight. Leonard Raskin and Nestor the discuss the emotions, loss and economic impact for the Port of Baltimore and region as our state attempts to heal and rebuild as quickly as possible.
Understanding terpenes and cannabinoids
As we continue our education series in understanding adult use cannabis and the science of the plant, Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness discusses the various strengths and strains of locally produced flower at Far & Dotter in Timonium.
Luke Jones and Nestor Aparicio discuss the most perfect Orioles Opening Day in Baltimore baseball history
Pinch us! The Angelos era is over at Camden Yards, Opening Day was packed and the Baltimore Orioles are contenders to win a World Series. Luke Jones and Nestor Aparicio discuss the most perfectly perfect Opening Day in Baltimore baseball history.
A grand welcome for Rubenstein as new Orioles owner
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the takeover of the Orioles franchise by the ownership group of David Rubenstein and hope for the future of a better era for Baltimore baseball, downtown and the long-suffering fans in Birdland.
Janet Marie comes home: The full Canopy of love for Baltimore and baseball
Our resident Hall of Famer and a visionary of the original designs for Camden Yards comes home to discuss the loss of the Key Bridge, fond memories of Peter Angelos and the future of her hometown baby under the new ownership of David Rubenstein and with civic funding to make it awesome for Orioles fans. Janet Marie Smith joins Nestor to start the season with a home run conversation about the city we love.
The legend and lore of Peter G. Angelos
With the Baltimore Orioles under new ownership and the abrupt end of the Angelos era and the Birds on the field flying high, Thom Loverro of The Washington Times tells true stories of his journalistic encounters with the former owner and discusses the future of Camden Yards and a new day with David Rubenstein.
John Martin of Maryland Lottery joins Nestor with Home Run Riches updates for Orioles Opening Day
The Executive Director of The Maryland John Martin of Maryland Lottery joins Nestor to discuss the start of the baseball season and the new bonus fun of the Home Run Riches Grand Slam for Orioles Opening Day and what happens when the bases are loaded.
The most perfect Orioles Opening Day in Baltimore baseball history?
Pinch us! The Angelos era is over at Camden Yards, Opening Day was packed and the Baltimore Orioles are contenders to win a World Series. Luke Jones and Nestor Aparicio discuss the most perfectly perfect Opening Day in Baltimore baseball history.
Hitting it big this baseball season
The Executive Director of The Maryland John Martin of Maryland Lottery joins Nestor to discuss the start of the baseball season and the new bonus fun of the Home Run Riches Grand Slam for Orioles Opening Day and what happens when the bases are loaded.
The wake of a Baltimore tragedy and Key reasons to rebuild
In the early hours after the Key Bridge tragedy in his hometown of Dundalk, Nestor joins Bill Cole with thoughts about the incident and the recovery for Dundalk and the Port of Baltimore and America.
Debunking the local media myth: Peter Angelos did not “save” the Orioles for Baltimore
Many people reached to Nestor Aparicio in the aftermath of the death of Orioles owner Peter G. Angelos looking for some kind of pronouncement. After watching the media reports in Baltimore with various inaccuracies about the billionaire lawyer’s real accomplishments, Luke Jones joined him to react and opine and to set the legacy straight for local citizens who have been fed various levels of myth, poppycock and fake history.
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the joy of catching a baseball at an Orioles game
Ever come home from an Orioles game with a souvenir baseball? Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the joy of catching a baseball at an Orioles game – or even having to give the one you catch away to a kid nearby.
Luke Jones and Nestor take off for Florida and NFL Owners Meetings in search of Steve Bisciotti
With our crew in Florida for Orioles spring training and a new beginning for the baseball franchise, Luke Jones and Nestor wonder aloud where and why the Ravens’ owner might be seeking quiet shelter while the rest of his billionaire partners convene at the NFL Owners Meetings in Orlando this week to count their money. (We’ll be there, too! Like we always are…)
Where is Steve Biscotti hiding? And why…
With our crew in Florida for Orioles spring training and a new beginning for the baseball franchise, Luke Jones and Nestor wonder aloud where and why the Ravens’ owner might be seeking quiet shelter while the rest of his billionaire partners convene at the NFL Owners Meetings in Orlando this week to count their money. (We’ll be there, too! Like we always are…)
The thrill of catching one hot off the bat of a big leaguer at a game
Ever come home from an Orioles game with a souvenir baseball? Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the joy of catching a baseball at an Orioles game – or even having to give the one you catch away to a kid nearby.
Tickets for life and a great life to live
The Maryland Lottery and the Baltimore Ravens team up every year to give away season tickets for 20 years to one lucky second chance winner. This year, the big winner has quite a story to tell about redemption and helping other folks with addiction. Let T.J. Humphries of White Marsh tell about his journey to recovery and his role in counseling others in need.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss offensive line issues for Ravens in aftermath of free agency
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss offensive line issues for Ravens in aftermath of free agency
Luke Jones and Nestor prep for a long weekend in Sarasota with Orioles and who comes home to Baltimore
Luke Jones and Nestor prep for a long weekend in Sarasota with Orioles and who comes home to Baltimore
