One year after Hyde’s firing, Orioles still aren’t sparking much optimism or fun
Luke Jones asks what’s providing real optimism rather than blind hope for the Orioles at this point.
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Dr. Shauna Costinett of GBMC discusses obesity, bariatic surgery and life with The Shot
We’ve all known someone who has battled weight and have seen many remedies and medical advancements in modern medicine but it’s still relatively new and evolving with so much science and new information. Dr. Shauna Costinett of GBMC joins Nestor to discuss obesity, bariatric surgery and life with The Shot and how the GLP-1 shots we all see advertised really work on your body.
Drummer Gil Moore of Triumph tells Nestor the magic power of putting the band back on road for first time since 1988
The Rock and Roll Machine that was Triumph the Canadian band of the 1980s has finally reunited and are back on the road together for the first time in 38 years. Dummer Gil Moore tells Nestor about the magic power to get back on stage and on a tour bus with Rik Emmett and see the fans respond to “Hold On” and “Lay It On The Line” in an arena setting. Go see ’em on May 28th at Camden, N.J. when the show gets local.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens schedule and Rio and Team Minter on the road
There are some twists and turns in the Baltimore Ravens 2026 schedule and Luke Jones and Nestor discuss a unique mix with Brazil, four nationally televised games and plenty of chances to play their way into some flex games later in the season. Make your Sunday plans now…
Local photographer Jason Siemer and Nestor discuss wanderlust and going to Borneo and Machu Picchu
Our musician pal and local photographer Jason Siemer returns from Borneo with tales and photos that are spectacular while Nestor shares some travelogue tales from South America and previous international trips of exploration, culture and personal growth on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour at Faidley’s at Lexington Market. Just two kids from Dundalk and Pasadena who loved baseball going places others only dream about…
Baltimore City State’s Attorney Ivan Bates discusses law and order and prosecution with Nestor
Are the streets of Baltimore City safer than they were a decade ago? Peace and progress in our city continues to be a daily effort for Baltimore City State’s Attorney Ivan Bates, who joins Nestor at Faidley’s at Lexington Market to discuss youth crime, accountability and the challenges of the juvenile system while getting the repeat offenders off the street to make the city safer.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens schedule and Rio and Team Minter on the road
There are some twists and turns in the Baltimore Ravens 2026 schedule and Luke Jones and Nestor discuss a unique mix with Brazil, four nationally televised games and plenty of chances to play their way into some flex games later in the season. Make your Sunday plans now…
Feeling the magic power of Triumph of putting the band back on the road with drummer Gil Moore
The Rock and Roll Machine that was Triumph the Canadian band of the 1980s has finally reunited and are back on the road together for the first time in 38 years. Dummer Gil Moore tells Nestor about the magic power to get back on stage and on a tour bus with Rik Emmett and see the fans respond to “Hold On” and “Lay It On The Line” in an arena setting. Go see ’em on May 28th at Camden, N.J. when the show gets local.
John Martin of The Maryland Lottery gets Nestor in on the winnings and spinnings of lucky residents
Being picked as the contestant of the game for Home Run Riches is already lots of fun but when the Baltimore Orioles hit two grand slams in the same game and the winner is at Camden Yards cheering ’em on, it doesn’t get any better! John Martin of The Maryland Lottery gets Nestor in on the winnings and spinnings of lucky residents as several fun spring promotions continue to bloom along with Birds homers.
Wanderlust and seeing the world through a different lens
Our musician pal and local photographer Jason Siemer returns from Borneo with tales and photos that are spectacular while Nestor shares some travelogue tales from South America and previous international trips of exploration, culture and personal growth on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour at Faidley’s at Lexington Market. Just two kids from Dundalk and Pasadena who loved baseball going places others only dream about…
Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg undergoes season-ending Tommy John surgery
Westburg had hoped to avoid surgery for a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his throwing elbow.
Living, loving and lifting Baltimore City life
She came from New Jersey to do television news at WJZ and never left Baltimore. We catch up with our defending champion of loving city life Meghan McCorkell of Live Baltimore, who educates Nestor at Faidley’s on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour about the whys and ways that the city wants you back as a resident, tax payer and stakeholder in the next round of Charm City and the revival of urban life.
Nancy Devine and Damye Hahn talk Faidley’s Crab Derby history and future of The Fishmonger’s Daughter in Catonsville
No one tells the story of Faidley’s Seafood and Lexington Market better the legendary Nancy Devine, whose daughter Damye Hahn is opening Catonsville’s newest upscale, exquisite dining experience The Fishmonger’s Daughter on Frederick Road amidst spring Preakness and Crab Derby racing at the original location this week.
Dr. Ronald Delanois of GBMC gives Nestor the hip facts about knee replacements and joint health
Getting back to the best version of you is always the goal of our friends at GBMC and with many friends going through hip and knee replacements, we reached to Dr. Ronald Delanois to get Nestor hip to the facts about knee replacements and better joint health as we age.
Donna Brothers of NBC joins Nestor to discuss Preakness at Laurel and future of Triple Crown
She joins us every year in discussing the Kentucky Derby winner and the current and future state of the Preakness and the horse racing industry but longtime NBC reporter and jockey Donna Brothers tells Nestor why she’s made him cry on the first Saturday of May for the final time from Churchill Downs and the bed of roses.
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss Ravens adventurous trip to Rio de Janeiro and their next sports adventure
The NFL international expansion has led the Baltimore Ravens to the exotic sands of Rio de Janeiro in September and Leonard Raskin asked Nestor his opinion of a purple fan trip to Ipanema, Copacabana and all of that soccer they sing about in fabulous (but dodgy) Brazil. Where is your next sports adventure or bucket list journey?
Dick Jerardi returns home to Baltimore for a Preakness unlike any other being run at Laurel
No one knows the world of horse racing better than our longtime pal and Baltimorean Dick Jerardi, who returns once against for the strangest Preakness of them all. Nestor will be at Laurel on Saturday when the second leg of the Triple Crown feels like it’s limping toward a very uncertain future for anyone who loves the game and remembers the glory of Maryland racing.
RJ Sheppard of Forest Park Golf gives Nestor spring slice advice and PGA Championship preview in Philly
With the PGA Championship right up the road in Philadelphia, it’s time to talk spring (and soon summer) golf with our Classic 5 Golf pro R.J. Sheppard of Forest Park Golf, who gives Nestor some slice advice and a preview of a big weekend at Aronimink in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania.
Ivan Bates: On law, order, people, process and prosecution in Baltimore City
Are the streets of Baltimore City safer than they were a decade ago? Peace and progress in our city continues to be a daily effort for Baltimore City State’s Attorney Ivan Bates, who joins Nestor at Faidley’s at Lexington Market to discuss youth crime, accountability and the challenges of the juvenile system while getting the repeat offenders off the street to make the city safer.
Early impressions of 2026 Ravens schedule release
The Jesse Minter era begins with Baltimore opening the season in Indianapolis on Sept. 13.
Ravens set to play four prime-time games as 2026 schedule is unveiled
Lamar Jackson and Baltimore will kick off the season at Indianapolis on Sept. 13.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss two outta three over the Yankees for Orioles and Bradish back to shoving the ball
If the version of Kyle Bradish that re-emerged at Camden Yards against the New York Yankees on Wednesday is suddenly reappearing and the bat of Adley Rutschman has returned, then the Baltimore Orioles already have their first building blocks back to thinking about contending this summer in the American League pennant race. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss two outta three over the pinstripers for the Birds and Bradish back to shoving the ball every fifth day.
Double grand slams and being at Camden Yards to witness it
Being picked as the contestant of the game for Home Run Riches is already lots of fun but when the Baltimore Orioles hit two grand slams in the same game and the winner is at Camden Yards cheering ’em on, it doesn’t get any better! John Martin of The Maryland Lottery gets Nestor in on the winnings and spinnings of lucky residents as several fun spring promotions continue to bloom along with Birds homers.
The year that they moved the Preakness to Laurel
No one knows the world of horse racing better than our longtime pal and Baltimorean Dick Jerardi, who returns once against for the strangest Preakness of them all. Nestor will be at Laurel on Saturday when the second leg of the Triple Crown feels like it’s limping toward a very uncertain future for anyone who loves the game and remembers the glory of Maryland racing.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts following series win over Yankees
Kyle Bradish continuing to look more like himself will be key to Baltimore experiencing a true awakening.
Demystifying GLP-1 and ‘The Shot’ for weight control
We’ve all known someone who has battled weight and have seen many remedies and medical advancements in modern medicine but it’s still relatively new and evolving with so much science and new information. Dr. Shauna Costinett of GBMC joins Nestor to discuss obesity, bariatric surgery and life with The Shot and how the GLP-1 shots we all see advertised really work on your body.
Lexington Market Crab Derby history and future of The Fishmonger’s Daughter in Catonsville with Faidley’s family
No one tells the story of Faidley’s Seafood and Lexington Market better the legendary Nancy Devine, whose daughter Damye Hahn is opening Catonsville’s newest upscale, exquisite dining experience The Fishmonger’s Daughter on Frederick Road amidst spring Preakness and Crab Derby racing at the original location this week.
Our AI resource Denis O’Donovan returns to discuss Claude and Chat GPT comfort and ability to save time
While plenty of folks we meet believe that artificial intelligence is the Big Bad Wolf coming to destory us, we’ve decided to learn and use its greatest assets to make our real lives better. Our AI resource Denis O’Donovan returns to discuss Claude and Chat GPT comfort and your ability to save time and make better decisions instantly.
Getting Bradish back to shoving Cy Young stuff
If the version of Kyle Bradish that re-emerged at Camden Yards against the New York Yankees on Wednesday is suddenly reappearing and the bat of Adley Rutschman has returned, then the Baltimore Orioles already have their first building blocks back to thinking about contending this summer in the American League pennant race. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss two outta three over the pinstripers for the Birds and Bradish back to shoving the ball every fifth day.
Mark Viviano joins Nestor to discuss role of media in holding pro sports and billionaires accountable
In an extended chat with longtime WJZ sports director Mark Viviano, we discuss the role of the modern media and why the questions for the important people are so important. Especially for two kids from Baltimore and St. Louis, who had their childhood teams taken away by the NFL monsters and goblins named Irsay, Bidwill and Kroenke.
Who is going to Copacabana and Rio with the Ravens?
The NFL international expansion has led the Baltimore Ravens to the exotic sands of Rio de Janeiro in September and Leonard Raskin asked Nestor his opinion of a purple fan trip to Ipanema, Copacabana and all of that soccer they sing about in fabulous (but dodgy) Brazil. Where is your next sports adventure or bucket list journey?
The final Triple Crown and legend of Donna Brothers
She joins us every year in discussing the Kentucky Derby winner and the current and future state of the Preakness and the horse racing industry but longtime NBC reporter and jockey Donna Brothers tells Nestor why she’s made him cry on the first Saturday of May for the final time from Churchill Downs and the bed of roses.
Getting the greens ready for you at Forest Park
With the PGA Championship right up the road in Philadelphia, it’s time to talk spring (and soon summer) golf with our Classic 5 Golf pro R.J. Sheppard of Forest Park Golf, who gives Nestor some slice advice and a preview of a big weekend at Aronimink in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania.
When the starting pitching gives you no chance to win
It’s been a struggle to get quality starts for the Baltimore Orioles rotation so far and we’re wondering what has to happen to change the fortunes of the club at the quarter pole. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Birds rotation and pitching malaise that has led to early season struggles in the AL East.
Zach Dermer and Denis O’Donovan talk modern efficiency and Baltimore sports
Our favorite chats on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour happen when we put old friends together and make new ones. Our AI consultant Denis O’Donovan joins Zach Dermer from The Comfort Guys to discuss the modern uses of artificial intelligence in the real world and the passion of Orioles season here in Baltimore at Planet Fitness in Timonium.
Bradish tosses six one-hit innings to lead Orioles to series win over Yankees
Kyle Bradish turned in a terrific outing to earn his second victory of the season in a 7-0 final.
Adley Rutschman homers and drives in three to help Orioles to series win over Yankees
Adley Rutschman homers and drives in three to help Orioles to series win over Yankees
Beavers becomes latest Orioles player to land on injured list
Outfielder Dylan Beavers was scratched from Tuesday’s lineup after straining his oblique during batting practice.
Kyle Bradish again leans on curveball to toss six one-hit innings in Orioles’ 7-0 win over Yankees
Kyle Bradish again leans on curveball to toss six one-hit innings in Orioles’ 7-0 win over Yankees
Craig Albernaz discusses Bradish’s strong outing and Orioles’ complete effort in 7-0 win over Yankees
Craig Albernaz discusses Bradish’s strong outing and Orioles’ complete effort in 7-0 win over Yankees
