Last-place baseball is no way for Rubenstein to grow Orioles’ brand
Georgetown sports business professor Marty Conway joins Nestor to talk Orioles marketing and Ravens branding in a big Baltimore sports season for growth.
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The real history of lacrosse in America
Longtime Sports Illustrated author Scott Price takes a deep dive into the rich history of the game of lacrosse in his newest book, “The American Game,” highlighting the game’s cultural significance, growth, and its intersection with American society, connections to Wall Street, the military, and Native American communities.
Legendary Olympic skier Bode Miller joins Nestor to discuss summer pool safety and love of the mountains
A tragedy that took the life of his young daughter has made legendary Olympic skier Bode Miller an pool safety advocate for life and he shares his story and preventive measures to prevent similar tragedies. He also shares his love of the mountains and never-ending urge to get on a hill and soar.
Allen McCallum joins Nestor to discuss firing of Hyde and disaster of 2025 Baltimore Orioles
For three decades Allen McCallum has been on our team as a baseball expert and Orioles historian. He joins Nestor to discuss the firing of Brandon Hyde, the running of Mike Elias and the lousy look and last-place situation of the Baltimore Orioles. And what comes next amidst the chaos for new owner David Rubenstein, who has big decisions coming for the future of Birdland.
Orioles bullpen welcomes new developments amidst overall struggles
Veteran reliever Andrew Kittredge made his 2025 debut in Wednesday’s 8-4 win to snap an eight-game losing streak.
John Martin of Maryland Lottery gets Nestor ready for summer with new games and big winners
Another $2 million local scratch-off winner and not enough Orioles home runs highlight our weekly visit with Maryland Lottery Executive Director John Martin, who gets Nestor ready for summer and another batch of Maryland Crab Cake Tour stops.
Still ready to Costello your story with a smile from anywhere in Baltimore
Nearly a year after his legendary departure from WMAR-TV 2, the pride of Overlea Jamie Costello joins Nestor at Koco’s Pub on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour to discuss storytelling, Baltimore and the trials and tribulations of Little League coaching life in Annapolis.
Late Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay talks leadership and life lessons with Nestor in March 2010
With the recent death of Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay, this is a never-released March 2010 chat with Nestor from an aborted 2010 book project on Baltimore sports leadership and influences.
A primer on policy review for your insurance education, protection and peace of mind
Our local insurance expert and guiding light for premium information Pete Raimondi joins Nestor on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour at Kooper’s North for a primer on policy review and being more educated about your insurance so you know the protection you need and who to call when things go wrong in real life.
With heat squarely on him, Elias must get Orioles’ young core back on track for anything else to matter
How did Baltimore go from being one of the best teams in baseball to one of the worst in less than a year’s time?
Luke Jones and Nestor react to Mike Elias comments and more Orioles losing after Hyde firing
The Baltimore Orioles fired manager Brandon Hyde on Saturday morning via a press release with quotes from David Rubenstein and Mike Elias. The owner and general manager then hid for three days while every player on the roster got asked about it on Preakness day. We think that’s lousy leadership. Luke Jones and Nestor react to Elias’ tardy comments on Tuesday in Milwaukee and more last-place Orioles losing after the Hyde firing. A shameful week and season in Birdland.
What kind of a leader fires his manager and then Hydes for three days?
The Baltimore Orioles fired manager Brandon Hyde on Saturday morning via a press release with quotes from David Rubenstein and Mike Elias. The owner and general manager then hid for three days while every player on the roster got asked about it on Preakness day. We think that’s lousy leadership. Luke Jones and Nestor react to Elias’ tardy comments on Tuesday in Milwaukee and more last-place Orioles losing after the Hyde firing. A shameful week and season in Birdland.
Yep, Ravens will endure a first-place schedule back loaded with road games
The good news is that the Baltimore Ravens will travel less mileage than 30 other NFL teams this season but that doesn’t mean the road is any easier. Luke Jones and Nestor preview the season slate and key match-ups of Baltimore Ravens and a tough 2025 schedule.
Allen McCallum: Assessing the morbid collapse and disaster of the 2025 Baltimore Orioles
For three decades Allen McCallum has been on our team as a baseball expert and Orioles historian. He joins Nestor to discuss the firing of Brandon Hyde, the running of Mike Elias and the lousy look and last-place situation of the Baltimore Orioles. And what comes next amidst the chaos for new owner David Rubenstein, who has big decisions coming for the future of Birdland.
Making a pitch to lead Baltimore County forward
Baltimore County Executive candidate Nick Stewart tells Nestor that measurable growth via competent strategic planning is the way forward. From Hunt Valley to Catonsville, from Dundalk to our Maryland Crab Cake Tour stop at Red Brick Station in White Marsh, a frank chat about the future of Baltimore County and Towson.
A chat about Baltimore leadership and guidance with late Colts owner Jim Irsay
With the recent death of Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay, this is a never-released March 2010 chat with Nestor from an aborted 2010 book project on Baltimore sports leadership and influences.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss how Orioles’ young players malaise got Brandon Hyde fired
If the Orioles need to rebuild a last-place team devoid of pitching again, then it’s pretty clear that the future of Mike Elias in Baltimore is in deep debate amongst ownership. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss how the potential of the Orioles’ youngest and brightest players got Brandon Hyde fired last week.
Opening the Pikesville Far & Dotter with hometown style and local comfort
It once was a Panera on Reisterstown Road but if you’ve seen the changes, you should stop in and see the newest Far & Dotter storefront. Curio Wellness Chief Brand Officer Wendy Bronfein educates Nestor about bringing the family business home to the Pikesville community with a new partnership with former NBA player Al Harrington and his Viola line.
Illuminating why Maryland Zoo light nights is perfect family fun this spring
After Bill Cole joined Nestor at Kooper’s North on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour for a spring chat on zoo lights, solar power, bad pitching and the real cost of tariffs in industries like his at Cole Roofing and Gordian Energy, it inspired our intrepid host to take the Aparicio family over to Druid Hill Park for the Spring Illuminations. We highly recommend getting back to The Maryland Zoo with your family at sunset soon!
Integrity in the local media and covering modern professional sports
Streaming, screaming, ducking, hiding, reporting and opining. Mark Viviano and Luke Jones join Nestor for a spirited chat about Orioles expectations and local media attrition in Baltimore at Faidley’s on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour.
Tariffs, free trade and your money in the Trump market
In a week when Alex Ovechkin broke the NHL goal-scoring record of Wayne Gretzky, we were sure to get some feedback from Leonard Raskin on his puck love but with the American market in a free-fall, the tariffs were greater than the goal.
Feeling lucky this summer with fun new games
Another $2 million local scratch-off winner and not enough Orioles Home Run Riches home runs highlight our weekly visit with Maryland Lottery Executive Director John Martin, who gets Nestor ready for summer and another batch of Maryland Crab Cake Tour stops.
The same potential that got Hyde fired puts Elias on watch
If the Orioles need to rebuild a last-place team devoid of pitching again, then it’s pretty clear that the future of Mike Elias in Baltimore is in deep debate amongst ownership. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss how the potential of the Orioles’ youngest and brightest players got Brandon Hyde fired last week.
Legendary Olympic skier Bode Miller joins Nestor to discuss summer pool safety and love of the mountains
A tragedy that took the life of his young daughter has made legendary Olympic skier Bode Miller an pool safety advocate for life and he shares his story and preventive measures to prevent similar tragedies. He also shares his love of the mountains and never-ending urge to get on a hill and soar.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the firing of Brandon Hyde and Orioles leadership decisions
The management of the Baltimore Orioles fired manager Brandon Hyde and then proceeded to hide for three days. Nestor Aparicio and Luke Jones discuss the sloppy firing of Hyde and the Orioles’ poor performance, lack of focus and leadership among players. And the new ownership’s awful handling of the entire situation and running from the losing.
No Hyding from the truth of Elias’ role in Orioles managerial firing
The management of the Baltimore Orioles fired manager Brandon Hyde and then proceeded to hide for three days. Nestor Aparicio and Luke Jones discuss the sloppy firing of Hyde and the Orioles’ poor performance, lack of focus and leadership among players. And the new ownership’s awful handling of the entire situation and running from the losing.
Mike Elias consulted “very heavily” with Orioles ownership on decision to fire Hyde
The Baltimore general manager finally answered questions in Milwaukee three days after Brandon Hyde’s dismissal.
Mike Elias discusses state of Orioles three days after Brandon Hyde’s dismissal
Mike Elias discusses state of Orioles three days after Brandon Hyde’s dismissal
Twelve Orioles Thoughts following Brandon Hyde’s dismissal
While the Baltimore manager took the fall Saturday, the general manager and man most responsible for this 2025 mess didn’t answer a question all weekend.
Gunnar Henderson not giving up hope that Orioles can turn 2025 season around
Gunnar Henderson not giving up hope that Orioles can turn 2025 season around
Zach Eflin turns in one of worst starts of career in Sunday’s 10-4 loss to Washington
Zach Eflin turns in one of worst starts of career in Sunday’s 10-4 loss to Washington
Tony Mansolino reacts to Orioles’ 10-4 loss to Washington to conclude awful homestand
Tony Mansolino reacts to Orioles’ 10-4 loss to Washington to conclude awful homestand
Orioles designate veteran pitcher Gibson for assignment, place outfielder O’Neill back on IL
Kyle Gibson didn’t make it out of the first inning of Saturday’s loss and had a 16.78 ERA over four starts this season.
Mansolino on becoming Orioles manager: “This is about as uncomfortable as it gets right now”
Formerly the third base coach, the 42-year-old admitted his job description is much different than what he was previously doing.
Tony Mansolino reflects on “uncomfortable” last 24 hours becoming interim Orioles manager
Tony Mansolino reflects on “uncomfortable” last 24 hours becoming interim Orioles manager
Rehabbing Cowser attributes Orioles’ miserable start to “spiral effect”
Colton Cowser says he no longer has limitations from his fractured thumb and should begin a rehab assignment in the near future.
John Martin of Maryland Lottery tells Nestor about the latest Dundalk big winner on Fast Play progressive
John Martin of Maryland Lottery tells Nestor about the latest Dundalk big winner on Fast Play progressive and hopes for more homers from Orioles in Home Run Riches summer of big hits.
Colton Cowser gives update on his rehab and reflects on Brandon Hyde’s dismissal
Colton Cowser gives update on his rehab and reflects on Brandon Hyde’s dismissal
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the loss of Ardarius Washington and what it means for Ravens defense
A freak May Achilles injury has left the Ravens’ defense without one of its standout secondary members for this season. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the loss of Ar’Darius Washington and what it means for the defense that wants strength and depth on the backside.
Orioles fire manager Brandon Hyde after disastrous 15-28 start
Hyde had been Baltimore’s manager since 2019 and guided the Orioles to an AL East championship in 2023.
