What did you do to get that first ticket to Super Bowl XXXV paradise?
Sit back and let our pal Leonard Raskin tell you the story of how he wound up in a car headed south to Tampa 25 years ago this week. We all have a Super Bowl XXXV story…
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McClain: Picking Lamar to win the Super Bowl again this year
Legendary Houston sports journalist, NFL historian and Pro Football Hall of Fame voter John McClain returns to kick off yet another season that he thinks Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens will win the Super Bowl. Is it only a matter of time?
Legendary Houston sports journalist John McClain returns to kick off another season he thinks Lamar and Ravens will win the Super Bowl
Legendary Houston sports journalist, NFL historian and Pro Football Hall of Fame voter John McClain returns to kick off yet another season that he thinks Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens will win the Super Bowl. Is it only a matter of time?
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss cost and value proposition of modern fandom
Nestor Aparicio and Leonard Raskin discussed the cost and value proposition of modern fandom Nestor Aparicio and Leonard Raskin discussed
Having the belly for stadium pricing
As the Ravens preseason game tickets go unused and the Orioles send out Birdland renewals for 2026 with a last-place mess on the field, Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the current cost and value proposition of modern fandom. And where the rest of the money is coming from to make sports wealthier.
Former sports executive Micah Buchdahl comes home to Baltimore from Philly to discuss pro teams and fan support
They met over 40 years ago in the professional sports space. Now a Philadelphia lawyer, Baltimorean Micah Buchdahl was once a Washington Capitals PR assistant who later ran a MISL soccer franchise and maintains his long friendship with Nestor via the Eagles, Phillies and 76ers family passion on his timeline. It’s always a pleasure to welcome Buchdahl home for a discussion about winning, losing and spending the money it takes to host parades and keep fans (and their wallets) engaged.
The connection – and distinct disconnect – of modern Philadelphia and Baltimore professional sports
They met over 40 years ago in the professional sports space. Now a Philadelphia lawyer, Baltimorean Micah Buchdahl was once a Washington Capitals PR assistant who later ran a MISL soccer franchise and maintains his long friendship with Nestor via the Eagles, Phillies and 76ers family passion on his timeline. It’s always a pleasure to welcome Buchdahl home for a discussion about winning, losing and spending the money it takes to host parades and keep fans (and their wallets) engaged.
Mark Mussina and Nestor continue chat on Orioles, classic rock and America
Nestor Aparicio and Mark Mussina discuss the return of baseball to Baltimore and the Orioles’ prospects. Mark, a former basketball coach and current county commissioner, shares insights on the challenges of modern baseball, including the decline of star pitchers and the impact of injuries. They also touch on the financial aspects of team ownership, noting the importance of drafting and developing homegrown talent. Additionally, they discuss the role of gambling in baseball and the need for a comprehensive strategy to revitalize the Orioles. The conversation concludes with reflections on the dynamics of rock bands and the importance of maintaining positive relationships.
Mark Mussina returns to Baltimore for spring baseball arms race for Orioles and MLB
Three decades ago, Mark Mussina did sports radio here in Baltimore when his brother pitched for the Orioles and always returns to Nestor with wisdom from Montoursville, Pennsylvania, where baseball runs in the family and the real business of sports is always clarified.
The arms race and throwing light on pitchers and injuries
Three decades ago, Mark Mussina did sports radio here in Baltimore when his brother pitched for the Orioles and always returns to Nestor with wisdom from Montoursville, Pennsylvania, where baseball runs in the family and the real business of sports is always clarified.
Shannan Brown of Aberdeen shares her Ravens love with Nestor after winning Maryland Lottery Tickets For Twenty Years
Every year, one lucky second chance Ravens scratch-off winner will find 20 years of season tickets in the warm seats and no one could be happier than lifer-purple-hearted Shannan Brown of Aberdeen, who shares her story of being this year’s Maryland Lottery Tickets For Twenty Years victor and her plans for fun to honor her father.
You’ll find her in the Club
Every year, one lucky second chance Ravens scratch-off winner will find 20 years of season tickets in the warm seats and no one could be happier than lifer-purple-hearted Shannan Brown of Aberdeen, who shares her story of being this year’s Maryland Lottery Tickets For Twenty Years victor and her plans for fun to honor her father.
That time in 2012 when Joan Jett talked Orioles baseball with Nestor before Dundalk Heritage Fair
Everyone knows the leader of the Blackhearts loves rock and roll – and the Baltimore Orioles. Nestor got some old Jim Palmer tales from the former Runaway and Hall of Famer.
Skippers On The Warpath!!! A Baltimore hockey tribute to Jeff Amdur
Recently, we lost Baltimore Skipjacks superfan Jeff Amdur. In the spirit of the good ole’ hockey game, Nestor gathered his best puck pal Howard Scher at Mama’s On The Half Shell in Owings Mills to recount the tales of exciting 1980s AHL action at the Baltimore Civic Center.
Adding up sports revenue and the potential of Lamar Jackson with legendary agent Leigh Steinberg
As a professional sports agent for five decades, the legendary inspiration for Jerry Maguire knows where the money comes and goes. Leigh Steinberg talks Dodgers baseball and football revenue along with the unlimited potential of Lamar Jackson with Nestor as his client Patrick Mahomes continues to earn Super Bowl wins and endorsements.
Tales of old Skipjacks hockey legends and death of Jeff Amdur with Howard Scher and Nestor at Mama’s in Owings Mills
Recently, we lost Baltimore Skipjacks superfan Jeff Amdur. In the spirit of the good ole’ hockey game, Nestor gathered his best puck pal Howard Scher at Mama’s On The Half Shell in Owings Mills to recount the tales of exciting 1980s AHL action at the Baltimore Civic Center.
Leonard Raskin joins Nestor for some sports memories of past glories and hopes for another parade
It’s been a long time since the last time for the Baltimore Orioles and a civic celebration. Our old schooler Leonard Raskin joins Nestor at Costas Inn on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour to reminisce and pine away for the next time we have a championship parade in Baltimore for baseball.
…and still waiting for the next Orioles parade
It’s been a long time since the last time for the Baltimore Orioles and a civic celebration. Our old schooler Leonard Raskin joins Nestor at Costas Inn on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour to reminisce and pine away for the next time we have a championship parade in Baltimore for baseball.
Thomas Sadoski: On his love of Ravens football and new role in dark Aaron Hernandez FX miniseries tale
Actor Thomas Sadoski tells Nestor the roots of his passion for Baltimore Ravens football and his new role in “American Sports Series: Aaron Hernandez” on FX, a dark mini-series tale of the troubled New England Patriots tight end and his murders and death.
Actor Thomas Sadoski tells Nestor of his love of Ravens football and new role in Aaron Hernandez FX miniseries
Actor Thomas Sadoski tells Nestor the roots of his passion for Baltimore Ravens football and his new role in “American Sports Series: Aaron Hernandez” on FX, a dark mini-series tale of the troubled New England Patriots tight end and his murders and death.
Joan Jett talks Orioles Magic with Nestor before July 4th Heritage Fair Dundalk show in 2012
With Joan Jett back in Baltimore for the Splash Zone and a real pennant race for Orioles baseball, we throwback to that time in 2012 when the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer talked Orioles baseball with Nestor before her legendary appearance at the Dundalk Heritage Fair on 4th of July weekend.
Edgewood actor Johnathon Schaech tells Nestor about his new TV series Blue Ridge and talks Ravens fan pain
Our actor pal and Edgewood native Johnathon Schaech tells Nestor about his new TV series Blue Ridge and talks Ravens fan pain, Orioles gain and how three decades later the power of Tom Hanks and “That Thing You Do” still does it for folks who love great movies.
Schaech still doing that acting thing he does in new series “Blue Ridge” and waiting for Orioles and Ravens parades
Our actor pal and Edgewood native Johnathon Schaech tells Nestor about his new TV series Blue Ridge and talks Ravens fan pain, Orioles gain and how three decades later the power of Tom Hanks and “That Thing You Do” still does it for folks who love great movies.
Texans writer Steph Stradley checks in with Stroud expectations in a special season for Houston fans
Longtime Texans writer and Houston sports aficionado and historian Steph Stradley checks in with Nestor on the the C.J. Stroud expectations in a special season for the Texans fans who suffered the departure of the previous quarterback and regime.
Can the young, upstart Texans come to Baltimore and win?
Longtime Texans writer and Houston sports aficionado and historian Steph Stradley checks in with Nestor on the the C.J. Stroud expectations in a special season for the Texans fans who suffered the departure of the previous quarterback and regime. And some Oilers Luv Ya Blue thoughts and angst on the Tennessee Titans antics this season with the derrick and Columbia blue.
Does Houston have a problem? Nestor Aparicio previews Stroud second visit to Baltimore on Texans Radio Network
Nestor Aparicio visits with Texans Radio and voice of Houston Texans Marc Vandermeer to preview visit to Baltimore Ravens for AFC Divisional Playoff
WNST STORY OF GLORY No. 21 – The night we took ‘Wild’ Bill Hagy to Orioles-Phillies game at Camden Yards
On June 28, 2002, Nestor Aparicio led a return to Oriole Park at Camden Yards by the franchise’s biggest fan and larger-than-life Dundalk cab driver “Wild” Bill Hagy, who was an avid WNST listener. The two spent weeks on the air inviting by-then disgruntled Angelos Orioles watchers down to “Pack The Perch” with more than 2,000 our of listeners purchasing tickets in Sections 382-384-386-388 via a special phone number.
Comedian Lewis Black on going orange and black and never looking back
When his usual comedic rants were softened by the Orioles fandom in his heart on the internet, we needed to reach to our favorite comedian Lewis Black to investigate his baseball soul from the D.C. suburbs to a life making jokes about Peter Angelos and Daniel Snyder. The man has suffered with Baltimore baseball and Washington football. Let him come clean on why Camden Yards in October is what heaven will feel like…
Comedian Lewis Black tells Nestor that orange and black have always been his Orioles colors on the road
Comedian Lewis Black tells Nestor that orange and black have always been his Orioles colors on the road
Leonard Raskin and Nestor lament lost opportunity for Ravens and wonder and about Billy and Stevie downtown
Leonard Raskin and Nestor lament lost opportunity for Ravens and wonder and about Billy and Stevie downtown
Now what happens to Billy Joel and Stevie Nicks next Saturday?
Leonard Raskin and Nestor wonder what happens to Billy Joel and Stevie Nicks next Saturday night now that the Orioles will be playing Game 1 of the American League Division Series on October 7th? And of course lament the lost opportunity for Ravens against dreaded Colts in a giveaway game.
Delegate Carl Anderton welcomes Nestor back to the Eastern Shore and local perspective
Delegate Carl Anderton welcomes Nestor back to the Eastern Shore and local perspective
Cornbread and crab cakes with Delegate Anderton in Ocean City
Our returning Republican champion from the Eastern Shore, Delegate Carl Anderton welcomes Nestor back to Ocean City at MACO with a chat about the value of the Ravens and Orioles to folks all over Maryland. And some local perspective on bridges, broadband, education and growth on the lower peninsula.
What I learned sitting on the roof in Houston and watching Ravens beat Texans in an empty stadium
How committed is Nestor Aparicio to covering the Baltimore Ravens as a lifelong journalist? He left BWI during the plague traveling to Houston along with just one other local journalist to cover a game before there was a vaccine in vacant NRG Stadium. Read his #ColumnNes report back from when “The Knee” was a thing that got NFL players blackballed and football was the only thing open for business during a worldwide pandemic.
The original lost Meat Loaf tapes from Camden Yards
In the spring of 1994, Meat Loaf made a cameo as a ballpark guest from Oriole Park at Camden Yards on “The Budweiser Sports Forum” on WWLG-AM 1360. We’ll find some more visits from the late, great baseball lover Marvin Aday over the years but this was the first chat, which includes co-host Mark Mussina, the brother of Hall of Famer Mike.
Meat Loaf joins Nestor and Mark Mussina with Howard Scher at Camden Yards May 1994
Meat Loaf joins Nestor and Mark Mussina with Howard Scher at Camden Yards May 1994
Shawn Drotar of FM 104.3 in Denver discusses Broncos undefeated progress made under Bridgewater offense
Shawn Drotar of FM 104.3 in Denver discusses Broncos undefeated progress made under Bridgewater offense
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Fangio leads way in Denver as Broncos thrive early against the winless
Sports radio host Shawn Drotar of FM 104.3 in Denver discusses Broncos undefeated progress made under Bridgewater offense and leadership of Vic Fangio, who once worked for the Baltimore Ravens.
Mike Tanier of Football Outsiders gives Nestor the analytics of football analytics
Mike Tanier of Football Outsiders gives Nestor the analytics of football analytics
Statistics, analytics and Lamar Jackson
One-time algebra teacher to Joe Flacco in South Jersey, our Football Outsiders insider Mike Tanier gives Nestor the analytics of football analytics and how to make better use of all of this data and information.
