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Talking aging, accountability and leadership with still-ready-to-throw Joe Flacco

We gave him a chance to announce his retirement but Joe Flacco says he is not done throwing the football. The well-traveled Super Bowl MVP comes home to Baltimore to talk about Father Time, kids in his house and the locker room, the family life in Indianapolis, great offense, bad analytics and hitting the quarterback. And the answer he gives as to why he went to the podium in Pittsburgh after throwing the Polamalu interception in the 2009 AFC Championship Game is as “elite” as he was in January 2013. Twelve years later, let Joe tell ya what he knows about real life and playing ‘ball…

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Along with our friends at Koco’s Pub, please support the Anderson family event this Sunday

The families of our sponsors are our family, too! Let our pal and chef Eric Campbell of Koco’s Pub give you all of the information about a former bartender in need of some family love this Sunday at Waverly Brewing to help the family of Paul Anderson.

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So, what do we expect from Craig Albernaz in Baltimore?

Is it the job of the Orioles manager to recruit the community? Well, someone or something has to be a part of driving the Baltimore baseball brand forward this offseason. Luke Jones and Nestor welcome new skipper Craig Albernaz and discuss their hopes for improvements and acquisitions in this offseason that Mike Elias will be judged daily on progress.

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Learning about safe modern weight loss and the power of robotics at GBMC

Bariatric surgeon Dr. Emily Watters helps make more sense of modern weight loss sense in this visit from our new GBMC series in learning more about local health care. Here, she discusses the treatment of obesity and educates Nestor on modern weight loss drugs and the power of robotics as a surgeon.

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No. 11 on #TastyNes Tour & WNST Baltimore 27th Anniversary: Pennsylvania Dutch Market and Mary’s Donuts Maple Bacon Glazed

It’s the kind of donut that makes you want another one – or three. If you love fried dough and want some tasty, tender, loving, Amish care in every light bite, come see this beautiful family operation one morning late in the week. Right on York Road in Hunt Valley. Pick the one you like because every choice is the right one at Mary’s Donuts in the Pennsylvania Dutch Market.

Joe and Domenico DiPasquale tell Nestor about the move and expansion of their legendary Italian deli and eatery in Canton

This Maryland Crab Cake Tour stop was long overdue but sausage led to pasta and that led to the front door of the “new” Di Pasquale’s in Canton with chef Nancy Longo joining Nestor for a full history and origin story of the city’s most famous and beloved Italian eatery. Let Joe and Domenico Di Pasquale tell you about the move from Highlandtown and the expansion of their legendary tradition.

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What makes Di Pasquale’s so special to East Baltimore?

This Maryland Crab Cake Tour stop was long overdue but sausage led to pasta and that led to the front door of the “new” Di Pasquale’s in Canton with chef Nancy Longo joining Nestor for a full history and origin story of the city’s most famous and beloved Italian eatery. Let Joe and Domenico Di Pasquale tell you about the move from Highlandtown and the expansion of their legendary tradition.

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The real legacy of the Irsay name in Indiana

Two old sportswriters with tales to tell of the Jim Irsay they got to know long after Bob Irsay pirated the Baltimore Colts off to Indiana amidst the cloak of darkness. Longtime Indianapolis NFL insider and sportswriter Bob Kravitz tells Nestor about the Colts legacy that Jim Irsay has left behind in the friendly heart of the midwest.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Mark Viviano joins Nestor to discuss life after sports media and serving others

His work on the sidelines and field is done at WJZ but longtime sports anchor Mark Viviano isn’t sitting in the stands and watching life unfold – he’s contributing where it matters in our community. Viv joins Nestor at Faidley’s on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour to discuss real life after sports media and serving others across the city via several charities and managing Little League baseball and his two sons.

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Viv comes outta retirement with a winning pitch for the community

His work on the sidelines and field is done at WJZ but longtime sports anchor Mark Viviano isn’t sitting in the stands and watching life unfold – he’s contributing where it matters in our community. Viv joins Nestor at Faidley’s on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour to discuss real life after sports media and serving others across the city via several charities and managing Little League baseball and his two sons.

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Turning on the lights of Spring Illuminations at The Maryland Zoo

We love the Zoo and you should, too! It’s time to turn on the lights of spring at The Maryland Zoo for Spring Illuminations in Druid Hill Park. Let Mike Evitts tell you everything about the gem of a place right in the middle of Baltimore and ways to visit and be involved in celebrating these beautiful animals.

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R.I.P. Mister Costas Triantafilos – the loss of a legendary man in Dundalk

Costas Triantafilos was a giant of a man in my community because his presence was omnipresent. His authenticity, beauty and kindness, displayed over a lifetime, leave no words here that will ever convey. Not many folks know a community like Dundalk, a place like Costas Inn or a man like the man whose life and business was profiled by Vice just 15 months ago, capturing his absolute essence brilliantly.

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Bringing more hope to Hope Lodge in downtown Baltimore

After MCing the American Cancer Society big “An Evening Of Hope” in November 2023, Nestor loved hearing the news fro Vivienne Stearns-Elliott about the groundbreaking of the all-new Hope Lodge in downtown Baltimore, a facility that provides incredible care to those in the battle here at the best hospitals in the world.

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The fundraising work of Greater Chesapeake Foundation getting kids battling cancer to Horizon Day Camp

Our on our second annual “A Cup of Soup Or Bowl Week,” we welcomed a trio of ladies to Kooper’s North whose volunteerism and work through the Greater Chesapeake Foundation benefits several groups focused on children and cancer and helping families in the fight. Let Monique Spagnola, Katie Caple and Gabby Reagoso tell you how you can help the kids.

Joe Flacco comes home to Baltimore to talk about Indianapolis, offense, analytics and hitting the quarterback

We gave him a chance to announce his retirement but Joe Flacco says he is not done throwing the football. The well-traveled Super Bowl MVP comes home to Baltimore to talk about Father Time, kids in his house and the locker room, the family life in Indianapolis, great offense, bad analytics and hitting the quarterback. And the answer he gives as to why he went to the podium in Pittsburgh after throwing the Polamalu interception in the 2009 AFC Championship Game is as “elite” as he was in January 2013. Twelve years later, let Joe tell ya what he knows about real life and playing ‘ball…

Nestor gets all details of Verizon Super Bowl Fan Fest in Baltimore on game day from Chris Serico

We spoke with Baltimore Ravens’ legend Jamal Lewis earlier in the week about the big Verizon Fan Fest on Super Bowl Sunday and your invitation to join him downtown to watch the big game. Now, Nestor gets all details about this nationwide “World’s Biggest Viewing Party” and all of the family game day fun from Chris Serico, who gives him the inspiration for the party.

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All details of Verizon Super Bowl Fan Fest in Baltimore on game day

We spoke with Baltimore Ravens’ legend Jamal Lewis earlier in the week about the big Verizon Fan Fest on Super Bowl Sunday and your invitation to join him downtown to watch the big game. Now, Nestor gets all details about this nationwide “World’s Biggest Viewing Party” and all of the family game day fun from Chris Serico, who gives him the inspiration for the party.

Pete Raimondi from Erie Insurance brings Nestor some holiday reminders that the right coverage is paramount

Talking about insurance is boring – until you need it and have the wrong coverage or a horrible deductible. Our Harford County insurance man on the streets Pete Raimondi from Erie Insurance brings Nestor some holiday reminders and wisdom on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour about having the right coverage, which is paramount for you and your family or business.

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Making sense of your insurance before the New Year

Talking about insurance is boring – until you need it and have the wrong coverage or a horrible deductible. Our Harford County insurance man on the streets Pete Raimondi from Erie Insurance brings Nestor some holiday reminders and wisdom on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour about having the right coverage, which is paramount for you and your family or business.

Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss Ravens family business with Steelers and holiday money in your home

Like many in Baltimore, our financial family planner Leonard Raskin will be cheering on the Ravens this week and offers our audience some sensible and friendly advice for making 2025 the best year ever for knowing your future and where your money and important assets are assigned. Always solid advice here for year-end planning about what’s really important.

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The stress of the family, holidays and Ravens football

Like many in Baltimore, our financial family planner Leonard Raskin will be cheering on the Ravens this week and offers our audience some sensible and friendly advice for making 2025 the best year ever for knowing your future and where your money and important assets are assigned. Always solid advice here for year-end planning about what’s really important.

Damye Hahn gets festive with Nestor and shows Faidley’s crab cakes and more for holiday gifts and shipping

If you want crab cakes for Christmas, they’re a click away! Let Damye Hahn of Faidley’s Seafood in Lexington Market tell you about the ease of sending the best holiday box of love anywhere this month. And if you’re in Catonsville, The Fishmonger’s Daughter on Frederick Avenue has some activity that will be bringing a new Faidley’s to the ‘burbs next summer in the 21228!

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Shipping ’em crab cakes for the holidays is true love!

If you want crab cakes for Christmas, they’re a click away! Let Damye Hahn of Faidley’s Seafood in Lexington Market tell you about the ease of sending the best holiday box of love anywhere this month. And if you’re in Catonsville, The Fishmonger’s Daughter on Frederick Avenue has some activity that will be bringing a new Faidley’s to the ‘burbs next summer in the 21228!

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For the holiday love of Lauraville

On the first stop of the holiday Maryland Crab Cake Tour at Koco’s Pub, sports cartoonist Mike Ricigliano and Nick “The Greek” Syropoulos welcome Nestor back “home” to their neighborhood and tell tales of what makes their part of Baltimore City so special and why they’ve never left Lauraville. Or is it Mayfield? Or Beverly Hills?

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Smalltimore holidays with Ricig, Marcella and Nick The Greek at Koco’s Pub in Lauraville

The Maryland Crab Cake Tour is back on the road for the holidays with friends, food, community conviviality and smiles for the season. We started the December fun at Koco’s Pub where owner Marcella Knight told Ko-Host Mike Ricigliano and legendary WNST caller (and one-time donut provider) Nick “The Greek” Syropoulos welcome the real Santa Claus on Saturday for a family day of Lauraville “Holidays On Harford” seasonal magic.

Ricig Nick Marcella Koco's Pub
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Smalltimore “Holidays on Harford” with the real Santa at Koco’s Pub in Lauraville

The Maryland Crab Cake Tour is back on the road for the holidays with friends, food, community conviviality and smiles for the season. We started the December fun at Koco’s Pub where owner Marcella Knight told Ko-Host Mike Ricigliano and legendary WNST caller (and one-time donut provider) Nick “The Greek” Syropoulos welcome the real Santa Claus on Saturday for a family day of Lauraville “Holidays On Harford” seasonal magic.

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