Amidst the Ravens’ loss in Cleveland, watching the rich teams play in the World Series and the wealthy people affect an American election with attack ads and intrusive texts, Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss being young again and storming the field in College Park after you beat a 3-3 football team.
Family friend (and once little girl playing the piano and banging the drums) Shelbie Rassler is conducting the Spiderman Across the Spider-Verse orchestra as the show comes to The Lyric on November 15th. Wait’ll you hear her Burt Bacharach story about the world needing love, sweet love…
Clearly, the Baltimore Ravens didn’t expect to be a 5-3 team on Halloween with hideous losses to the Raiders and Browns on the mid-season report card. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Ravens’ deficiencies and pass rush needs after a wretched Cleveland loss as trading deadline looms for general manager Eric DeCosta.
There’s no question that division foes work a lot harder to scheme for the unique Ravens offense after seeing it more regularly. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Browns defense of Jim Schwartz and utilizing special talents like Myles Garrett and Za’Darius Smith to slow down Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry in a bad beat in Cleveland.
With two corners out and two linemen going down in the middle of the loss to the Browns in Cleveland, there’s no question that the defense of Zach Orr is depleted. But the lack of a pass rush is glaring and Luke Jones and Nestor address the needs of a leaky defense after losing to Jameis Winston and lowly Browns.
Working our way through some of the sometime funny and always functional names of strains, our Chief Cannabis Officer Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness continues the educational journey through cannabinoids and terpenes with Nestor. Finding the right components for your mood or physical need is essential and our goal is always effective strain selection.
There’s no question that division foes work a lot harder to scheme for the unique Ravens offense after seeing it more regularly. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Browns defense of Jim Schwartz and utilizing special talents like Myles Garrett and Za’Darius Smith to slow down Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry in a bad beat in Cleveland.
With two corners out and two linemen going down in the middle of the loss to the Browns in Cleveland, there’s no question that the defense of Zach Orr is depleted. But the lack of a pass rush is glaring and Luke Jones and Nestor address the needs of a leaky defense after losing to Jameis Winston and lowly Browns.
This is the reason we did an oyster tour. This crab claw ceviche oyster is one of the greatest and most unique concoctions we’ve ever eaten. On Day 7 of The Maryland Oyster Tour, presented by Curio Wellness and Liberty Pure Solutions to educate folks about the Oyster Recovery Project, Nestor shares a Hall of Fame oyster at Federal House in downtown Annapolis. See for yourself…
It’s the first real offseason the Baltimore Orioles will experience under new ownership and different expectations – and possibilities. Luke Jones and Nestor take a Baltimore Orioles’ fan payroll view on the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees in the World Series.
As the soon-to-be City Council President of Baltimore, Zeke Cohen returns to educate Nestor about the work of council members and how Question H is a crucial “no” vote for the realities of serving our community responsibly. Lots here on crime, schools, Harborplace and lifting our city.
You’re aware of the Cleveland Browns drama and the loss of DeShaun Watson and 1-6 team on the field but the bigger circus with billionaire owner Jimmy Haslam is trying to get a dome built in a municipality where all of the politicians dislike him as much as the fans. Cleveland reporter Daryl Ruiter gives Nestor a primer on the Browns awfulness amidst stadium drama in Northeast Ohio.
No reason to believe Ravens won’t make it six in a row in Cleveland. Luke Jones and Nestor get Ravens fans ready to visit a wilting Browns franchise led by Jameis Winston
When Nestor’s old pal John Keller appeared for his birthday Maryland Crab Cake Tour stop at Pizza John’s in Essex, Luke Jones and Nestor shared the crinkle cut french fries and gravy over a long conversation about the Orioles’ future with fans in and out of market and growing the brand of Baltimore baseball. And, yes, Pizza John’s has a crab cake!
As many of our longtime listeners know, our dear friend and longtime executive producer Ray Bachman is battling cancer. On the eve of his battle, on Day 6 Maryland Oyster Tour, we took in an evening of his legendary Anne Arundel County Trivia Night and ate some oysters at legendary Mike’s in Riva.
Nestor Aparicio joins WHBC-AM 1480 hosts Kenny and J.T. in Canton, Ohio to discuss disgrace of the Browns and what has made the Ravens so consistently competitive. A better radio guest than a host. Tune in to hear unfiltered Nestor on the state of the Baltimore Ravens.
Nestor Aparicio joins WHBC-AM 1480 hosts Kenny and J.T. in Canton, Ohio to discuss disgrace of the Browns and what has made the Ravens so consistently competitive. A better radio guest than a host. Tune in to hear unfiltered Nestor on the state of the Baltimore Ravens.
Luke Jones and Nestor get Ravens fans ready to visit a wilting Browns franchise led by Jameis Winston
We can’t say that we’ve ever had an oyster fritter. And certainly never on savory french toast covered with a perfectly poached egg glazed in scrumptious velvety Hollandaise. Day 4 of The Maryland Oyster Tour took Nestor to Hampden and the absolutely divine oyster fritter and eggs Benedict at The Urban Oyster on The Avenue for Sunday brunch. This might’ve been the best thing we tasted on the tour!
While Nestor wanted to lean in on Maryland Lottery Executive Director John Martin just a tad during Cleveland Week (Guardians exit and Browns fall), this one also included a mutual Fernando Valenzuela tribute and a chance to roll out the big holiday scratch-offs and promotions that have skipped right past the pumpkin pie and into the peppermint season. And someone sitting on a $1 million ticket that is unclaimed.
When former sports producer Bernard Bokenyi reunites with Nestor after a quarter of a century witnessing poor ownership in their hometowns of Cleveland and Baltimore, it sparks an interesting debate about what we invested in stadia, billionaire owners and professional sports franchises last century and what the communities and citizens actually got in return half a lifetime later.
It’s been a very healthy campaign thus far for the the Baltimore Ravens but this is the first week when the injury report has become a concern. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the short week, potential trade deadline movements and big expectations heading to Cleveland.
Longtime Cleveland voice Kenny Koda of WHBC joins Nestor to discuss agony of Browns fans and disgrace of ownership
Longtime Cleveland voice Kenny Koda of WHBC joins Nestor from the cradle of football in Canton to discuss the agony of Browns fans and disgrace of ownership in the DeShaun Watson fiasco after years of last-place football.
You’re aware of the Cleveland Browns drama and the loss of DeShaun Watson and 1-6 team on the field but the bigger circus with billionaire owner Jimmy Haslam is trying to get a dome built in a municipality where all of the politicians dislike him as much as the fans. Cleveland reporter Daryl Ruiter gives Nestor a primer on the Browns awfulness amidst stadium drama in Northeast Ohio.
When former sports producer Bernard Bokenyi reunites with Nestor after a quarter of a century witnessing poor ownership in their hometowns of Cleveland and Baltimore, it sparks an interesting debate about what we invested in stadia, billionaire owners and professional sports franchises last century and what the communities and citizens actually got in return half a lifetime later.
There is no more challenged fan base in the National Football League than the beleaguered – yet somehow still financially supportive – customers of the Cleveland Browns. Legendary sports talk king (and prince) Mark “Munch” Bishop has been visiting us for three decades. His deep-rooted love for Cleveland sports, dating back to his childhood, has gotten swept up in the disgrace of the Jimmy Haslem ownership group and the DeShaun Watson fiasco. “Immoral” is the word he uses. And the results on and off the field speak louder than anyone ever did on the radio.
It’s been a very healthy campaign thus far for the the Baltimore Ravens but this is the first week when the injury report has become a concern. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the short week, potential trade deadline movements and big expectations heading to Cleveland.
There is no more challenged fan base in the National Football League than the beleaguered – yet somehow still financially supportive – customers of the Cleveland Browns. Legendary sports talk king (and prince) Mark “Munch” Bishop has been visiting us for three decades. His deep-rooted love for Cleveland sports, dating back to his childhood, has gotten swept up in the disgrace of the Jimmy Haslem ownership group and the DeShaun Watson fiasco. “Immoral” is the word he uses. And the results on and off the field speak louder than anyone ever did on the radio.
The Browns took the big guaranteed gamble on DeShaun Watson and will be paying the price for years. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the quarterback situation of many struggling NFL teams as the red-hot Ravens head to Cleveland to take on a disgraced franchise in disarray.
The Browns took the big guaranteed gamble on DeShaun Watson and will be paying the price for years. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the quarterback situation of many struggling NFL teams as the red-hot Ravens head to Cleveland to take on a franchise in disarray.
Despite a strong second and third quarter, the Ravens’ defense struggled early and late in what felt like a walkover 41-31 win in Tampa. Luke Jones and Nestor emphasize the need for the defense to be more consistent and dynamic, particularly in forcing (and catching) turnovers. They also address defensive vulnerabilities in the secondary with the loss of Marlon Humphrey, who grabbed two interceptions against the Bucs.
The combination attack of the Baltimore Ravens and the ability of Lamar Jackson to command the offense of Todd Monken has been on display all season but Monday night’s effort in Tampa was balanced and lethal. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the offensive operation of the best team in the NFL evolving its game and expanding the possibilities with Derrick Henry and company.
When is the last time you ordered oyster stew – or even found it on a menu? It’s that time of the year. On Day 5 of the Maryland Oyster Tour, Nestor got happy during a Happy Hour at Ryleigh’s Oyster in Timonium. Creamy. Buttery. Delicious. Especially with those little oyster crackers!
The combination attack of the Baltimore Ravens and the ability of Lamar Jackson to command the offense of Todd Monken has been on display all season but Monday night’s effort in Tampa was balanced and lethal. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the offensive operation of the best team in the NFL evolving its game and expanding the possibilities with Derrick Henry and company.
Despite a strong second and third quarter, the Ravens’ defense struggled early and late in what felt like a walkover 41-31 win in Tampa. Luke Jones and Nestor emphasize the need for the defense to be more consistent and dynamic, particularly in forcing (and catching) turnovers. They also address defensive vulnerabilities in the secondary with the loss of Marlon Humphrey, who grabbed two interceptions against the Bucs.
It’s the first real offseason the Baltimore Orioles will experience under new ownership and different expectations – and possibilities. Luke Jones and Nestor take a Baltimore Orioles’ fan payroll view on the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees in the World Series.
Luke Jones and Nestor make final prep and predictions for Ravens at Bucs on Monday Night Football
In the spirit of adventurous oyster exploration to educate folks about the Oyster Recovery Partnership and to celebrate 26 years of WNST Baltimore Positive with 26 oysters in 26 days in 26 ways, Day 3 of The Maryland Oyster Tour presented by Liberty Pure Solutions and Curio Wellness took us the streets of Frederick and our favorite-in-the-state Bakehouse bakery and a quick morning shot of pure adrenaline at Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar.
Who is your first call when you walk outside in Baltimore and see the Northern Lights? Bill Cole and Nestor discuss Bucket Lists and chasing The Northern Lights and what happens when it suddenly happens – and you can’t believe your eyes? And even the legitimacy of the pictures get questioned in the aftermath…
