Friday, January 15, 2021

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Nestor Aparicio

As Trembley rolls under the losing orange bus, I’ll defend him…

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Watching the post-game press conference with Dave Trembley today has been illuminating. The Orioles are really reeling. The pitchers gave up 23 hits today. They used six pitchers who gave up a collective 18 runs. Their No. 1 starter...
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Nestor Aparicio

Hendrickson stinks but bullpen holds up, Birds beat Rays 7-5

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Betting the "over" in last night's game certainly looked like a sure thing over the first three innings but once starters Andy Sonnanstine and Mark Hendrickson left the game the real pitching took over and the Orioles held on...
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Nestor Aparicio

Orioles and MLB continue to insult fans with “rainball” at Camden Yards

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While you and most everyone you know was asleep last night, the Orioles, MLB and umpire Randy Marsh were seeing to it that a regulation major league game was played last night at Camden Yards. In an embarrassing display of...
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Nestor Aparicio

Birds get complete effort, beat White Sox 10-3 to get Bergesen a debut win

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The Orioles looked like a different team tonight. A great start from a promising young draftee after five years of striving to get this opportunity. The meat of the lineup produced big-time, the bottom of the order chipped in...
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Nestor Aparicio

Red Sox complete 4-game sweep, batter Orioles 12-1

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1:50 p.m. -- The Red Sox are getting well this inning off of the O's bullpen. Mike Lowell just added another single. Update on Radhames Liz: 1/3 IP, 3H, 6ER, 1BB, 2HBP. His ERA is now: 67.50. 1:45 p.m. --...
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Nestor Aparicio

The Orioles try to avoid ‘the broom’ for breakfast

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To say the weekend in Boston has been counterproductive would be an understatement. Yesterday at Fenway, Koji Uehara was very, very good, allowing just two runs in 7 innings in what was the best start of the year for...
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Nestor Aparicio

Feel the Magic: The O’s are beating the AL East’s best

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So far, there's not much to complain about. If the Orioles can just get a dozen more starts like Mark Hendrickson's gem last night, this might turn into an interesting spring. There once was a time when beating Tampa...
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Nestor Aparicio

A gloomy forecast — today and for the ’09 Birds

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The sky is gray across the horizon in downtown Baltimore this morning as the Orioles kick off their 2009 campaign amidst a city full of Yankees fans and the inaugural appearance for Baltimore's homegrown Mark Teixeira as a pinstriper....
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That time I vacationed in Buffalo

Back in 2007, Nestor Aparicio did the 48-hour "Where to Go in Buffalo" video prior to a horrible Ravens loss to the Bills in Orchard Park. At least's Nestor's in North Tonowanda served a legit hot dog. Oh, and the wings were solid as well...
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Food + Drink

That time I vacationed in Buffalo

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Back in 2007, Nestor Aparicio did the 48-hour "Where to Go in Buffalo" video prior to a horrible Ravens loss to the Bills in Orchard Park. At least's Nestor's in North Tonowanda served a legit hot dog. Oh, and the wings were solid as well...
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Luke Jones

Twelve Ravens thoughts ahead of divisional-round tilt with Buffalo

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The Bills have a terrific passing offense while Baltimore has a special running game and better defense. We’ll see which profile prevails.
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Local

Hockey and Buffalo and the Caps and a Rich history

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Let Newsday sportswriter and Caps historian Ted Starkey preview us on the NHL season while discussing his years as a Buffalo Bills fan – and front office member.
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Business

The rituals of Ravens fans during the Festivus indoor home tailgate

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We're used to being at the games. Or having friends over. Or being at an awesome place like Franco's in Catonsville. But what happens when tacos win and wings lose? Anyone else as superstitious about Ravens game day food spreads?
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That time I vacationed in Buffalo

Back in 2007, Nestor Aparicio did the 48-hour "Where to Go in Buffalo" video prior to a horrible Ravens loss to the Bills in Orchard Park. At least's Nestor's in North Tonowanda served a legit hot dog. Oh, and the wings were solid as well...

AUDIO VAULT

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Luke Jones and Nestor psychoanalyze Ravens dancing on Titans logo and Lamar walking off postgame

Luke Jones and Nestor psychoanalyze Ravens dancing on Titans logo and Lamar walking off postgame
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Todd Schuler and Nestor discuss a Ravens playoff win and the future of democracy in America

Todd Schuler and Nestor discuss a Ravens playoff win and the future of democracy in America
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Luke Jones and Nestor give Lamar all praise after first playoff win

Luke Jones and Nestor give Lamar all praise after first playoff win
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Luke Jones and Nestor recap an impressive road playoff win for Ravens in Tennessee

Luke Jones and Nestor recap an impressive road playoff win for Ravens in Tennessee
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That time Tommy Lasorda dropped by for some steroids talk in baseball

We lost the legendary Tommy Lasorda on Friday. Back in 2002, the Dodgers Hall of Famer joined Nestor to talk about the changing state of baseball after chicks dug the long ball and the sports was drowning in PEDs.
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LOCAL DISCUSSION

A Ravens playoff win and a coup attempt all in the same week

Todd Schuler and Nestor discuss an incredible Ravens playoff win – and the future of democracy in America. It's been that kind of week...

History and a civics class with Johnny O in the aftermath of insurrection at U.S. Capitol

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We were all outraged by what we saw on Wednesday. Let two Baltimore County Executives – and former high school history teachers – guide you on where we are on the arc of the American story.

Sizing up Sunday’s Titans-Ravens battle with Jarret Johnson

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Always one of our favorites, we managed to get former Ravens linebacker Jarret Johnson off the water to discuss yet another knockout game in Nashville for the purple.

The temperature of Bills this January is not cold

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The snow, wind and cold of Saturday night in Buffalo is part of vibe. Matt Parrino joins Nestor from Syracuse.com to discuss the surging Bills and how Stefan Diggs has changed the offense.

Madam Speaker Jones discusses Trump mob coup attack at the United States Capitol

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We have been going around the state all week discussing the events of Wednesday in Washington, D.C. Madam Speaker Adrienne Jones joined us from Annapolis to discuss the future and our General Assembly here in Maryland.

Tasker says Buffalo is ready for Allen to lead Bills to Tampa

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Our favorite special teamer Steve Tasker brings us a Hall of Fame look at the surging Buffalo Bills and Josh Allen in preparation for the Ravens playoff visit to Orchard Park.

Carucci discusses ways Bills can stop Lamar Jackson in Buffalo

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NFL historian Vic Carucci joins Nestor from Buffalo to preview Bills and Ravens on a winter Saturday night in Orchard Park.

Time to shuffle off to Buffalo as Ravens take care of business in Nashville

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Luke Jones and Nestor recap an impressive road playoff win for Ravens in Tennessee

That time I vacationed in Buffalo

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Back in 2007, Nestor Aparicio did the 48-hour "Where to Go in Buffalo" video prior to a horrible Ravens loss to the Bills in Orchard Park. At least's Nestor's in North Tonowanda served a legit hot dog. Oh, and the wings were solid as well...

That time 20 years ago when this Ravens safety broke Tennessee’s heart

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Twenty years later, Ravens postseason hero Anthony Mitchell comes back to Baltimore to talk Lamar and Super Bowl confetti.

History and a civics class with Johnny O in the aftermath of insurrection at U.S. Capitol

We were all outraged by what we saw on Wednesday. Let two Baltimore County Executives – and former high school history teachers – guide you on where we are on the arc of the American story.

SPORTS

Humphrey says he knew Ravens would beat Titans after Jackson’s Saturday talk to team

"When he speaks, he speaks volumes. When he speaks, you know he means business."

Jimmy Smith says these Ravens “very eerily similar” to 2012 team

The veteran cornerback is one of the few holdovers left from the Super Bowl XLVII champions.

Jackson runs to first playoff win as Ravens topple Tennessee 20-13

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The star quarterback rushed for 136 yards and a touchdown as Baltimore advanced to the AFC divisional round.

Sizing up Sunday’s Titans-Ravens battle with Jarret Johnson

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Always one of our favorites, we managed to get former Ravens linebacker Jarret Johnson off the water to discuss yet another knockout game in Nashville for the purple.

Carucci discusses ways Bills can stop Lamar Jackson in Buffalo

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NFL historian Vic Carucci joins Nestor from Buffalo to preview Bills and Ravens on a winter Saturday night in Orchard Park.

Twelve Ravens thoughts ahead of divisional-round tilt with Buffalo

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The Bills have a terrific passing offense while Baltimore has a special running game and better defense. We’ll see which profile prevails.

Harbaugh says Ravens can’t let Buffalo’s Allen thrive outside pocket

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Baltimore made life miserable for the Bills quarterback when these teams met in December of last season.

Ravens looking healthy ahead of divisional playoff clash at Buffalo

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Cornerback Marcus Peters was one of only two players listed as a non-participant on Tuesday.

Time to give Lamar Jackson some praise after a Ravens playoff win

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Luke Jones and Nestor raise all arms in a "V" to give Lamar – and his teammates and the organization – all praise after the first playoff win of this era for John Harbaugh. We'll be onto Buffalo but not just yet...

That time Tommy Lasorda dropped by for some talk about steroids in baseball

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We lost the legendary Tommy Lasorda on Friday. Back in 2002, the Dodgers Hall of Famer joined Nestor here in Baltimore to talk about the changing state of baseball after chicks dug the long ball and the sport was drowning in PEDs.

Jackson says being more aggressive led to surge down stretch

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The Ravens quarterback acknowledged staying in the pocket and taking too many sacks as a problem in the first half of the season.

Playoff revenge at Tennessee resets Ravens as top-shelf Super Bowl contender

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By the time the Ravens lined up in victory formation to finish Sunday’s 20-13 win, they were finally back where they started 365 days ago.

DENNIS KOULATSOS

BILL COLE

LEONARD RASKIN

TODD SCHULER

BALTIMORE NEWS

My lifer friend (and your favorite cartoonist) who loves the Buffalo Bills

Legendary local sports cartoonist Mike Ricigliano and Nestor have been friends since working together at The News American in 1984. Before the Ravens play in Orchard Park for a chance to move on in 2021, let them tell you about their journey with the Buffalo Bills during the K-Gun halcyon days.

The rituals of Ravens fans during the Festivus indoor home tailgate

We're used to being at the games. Or having friends over. Or being at an awesome place like Franco's in Catonsville. But what happens when tacos win and wings lose? Anyone else as superstitious about Ravens game day food spreads?

Time to shuffle off to Buffalo as Ravens take care of business in Nashville

Luke Jones and Nestor recap an impressive road playoff win for Ravens in Tennessee

The temperature of Bills this January is not cold

The snow, wind and cold of Saturday night in Buffalo is part of vibe. Matt Parrino joins Nestor from Syracuse.com to discuss the surging Bills and how Stefan Diggs has changed the offense.

Sizing up Sunday’s Titans-Ravens battle with Jarret Johnson

Always one of our favorites, we managed to get former Ravens linebacker Jarret Johnson off the water to discuss yet another knockout game in Nashville for the purple.

POLITICS

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MUSIC CLASSIC

Arts

Legendary musician Livingston Taylor gets folksy with Nestor

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The music education never ends and when the Berklee professor and guitarist and songwriter speaks, we hear the tales of the road and memories along the way.
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Music

Let them brush your rock and roll hair

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Twisted. Under, sideways, down...
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Music

One voice is clear above the din…

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The cup is raised. The toast is made yet again…
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Music

I wanna love you the best that I can

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With a little peace and some harmony...
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Music

My heart’s dark but it’s rising…

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Hell's brewing, dark sun is on the rise...
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Music

Cause you’re looking for a hero

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And baby it ain't me...
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BUSINESS

Business

Williams tells classroom journey from DC to County Superintendent

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Nearly a year into his role as Baltimore County supe, we get some education from the leader
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Community

Williams updates all residents and parents about Baltimore County Schools during crisis

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Parents, teachers and students are all making adjustments as pandemic continues into spring
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Baltimore Positive Classic

The freeze squeeze on Juice

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If you need some inspiration during these trying times, let Stephanie Chall update you on how O.J. Brigance is doing during COVID and how the Brigade is holiday fundraising for ALS patients.
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Business

Johnny O discusses citizens and safety during this pandemic

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We are all in this together! This is a time to educate, unite and keep each other safe from the virus.
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EDUCATION

Baltimore Positive Classic

Who were the idiots who elected the electoral college?

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We're here to learn. No one seems to really understand the theory about how the person who gets four million more votes spends four days in jeopardy of losing an election. Let UMBC Professor Emeritus Donald Norris explain it to you...
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Bill Cole

In case you need a gentle reminder about why gathering for the holidays isn’t a good idea

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There is a plague in progress. Please listen to science and doctors and show love to each other by wearing a mask and social distancing. But eat well and order some ice cream...
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Business

New Senate President Ferguson tells his journey from teaching to government

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You heard the big news about Bill Ferguson becoming new Senate President in Annapolis. Now, hear his story of public service and his "why"...
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HEALTH

Business

Suntha says credentials of Fauci regarding COVID are unassailable

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The leader of University of Maryland Medical System discussed all aspects of the virus and a potential vaccine
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Baltimore Positive Classic

Hrabowski: Why I still believe in Baltimore

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Let The Doctor tell you why he still believes...
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Business

The real challenges of life in West Baltimore during a pandemic

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Councilman Dr. John Bullock says the concerns of safety and commerce and keeping families warm and productive are immense during this winter struggle. We also got a pizza recommendation in here for the holidays and local spirit!
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ARTS

Arts

McIntosh tells us what a leads an art teacher into Baltimore politics

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Maggie McIntosh has served in the Maryland House of Delegates since 1992 but we went back to her roots as a teacher and her initial political activism in the 43rd District
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Arts

Ahmet Zappa explains the incredible hologram Frank Zappa tour show and Baltimore love

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When the Frank Zappa Experience came to the Modell, it gave Nestor a chance to ask Ahmet Zappa everything he always wanted to know about the bust at the Highlandtown Library. Plus, what's a hologram concert?
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Arts

Kansas violinist David Ragsdale joins Nestor to discuss the journey to point of know return

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As they played the Modell Lyric in downtown Baltimore, band members looked back an incredible catalog of music and how to carry on...
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LEADERSHIP

WNST CLASSIC

Arts

Thomas Cunningham gives Nestor an Irish Dance lesson from Dublin before Lord of The Dance arrives at Modell Lyric

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When the Baltimore Ravens had a running back named Alex Collins doing an Irish dance on the field, Nestor sought out one of the best dancers in the world to ask about the art.
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Business

What ever happened to Baltimore’s disdain of Washington sports?

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The Orioles are a doormat. The Nationals won the World Series. The Ravens have the NFL MVP. And the R...well, the Washington Football Team doesn't have a name and Daniel Snyder hears the echo of the power of the shield.
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Hall of Fame

The time that Jon Ogden co-hosted Orioles Opening Day from Camden Pub

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Back in the 1990s, live radio would pack 'em in and football and baseball conversations would weave together. The future Hall of Famer was wearing an "It's a D.C. Thang" T-shirt. His hometown and the Nation's Capital didn't even have a team back then...
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Hall of Fame

A tribute to the late, great Steve Sabol

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The NFL Films icon, pioneer and the "eyes" of football for fans gave Nestor a chance to be on Top 10 so often.
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Arts

Nils Lofgren talks about Bruce Springsteen calling “audibles” on stage

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Guitarist Nils Lofgren of the E Street Band talks about life with Bruce on stage when he's taking impromptu requests night after night.
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Arts

Livin’ on a Prayer: Music and songwriting legend Desmond Child discusses his memoirs and book of hits

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Bottom line: some of Nestor's favorite songs were written by this guy. Yours, too! If you love music – Kiss, Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, Michael Bolton, Kelly Clarkson, Ricky Martin, Alice Cooper – this is the man behind the words.
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Hall of Fame

The final chat with Mike Mussina as a member of the Baltimore Orioles

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There were many chats over the years of his decade of brilliance on the mound at Camden Yards but this was Spring Training 2000. The end was near...
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Hall of Fame

When Mike Mussina visited Nestor at the dingy WITH Studios at 5 Light Street in 1993

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This is one of the earliest tapes of Nestor doing radio. Obviously, he wasn't very good at it but he did know a lot about sports...
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Hall of Fame

The “great” Nils Lofgren talks about being an E Streeter

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WNST.net owner Nestor Aparicio chats about all things E Street with the "great" Nils Lofgren who plays guitar in Bruce Springsteen's legendary Hall of Fame band.
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Arts

Mark Bryan of Hootie and The Blowfish talks love of Maryland based sports with Nestor in April 1997

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Because he can't find his picture with Mark Bryan during this era, this is Darius Rucker. This one might include the time when Nestor got them a gig doing the National Anthem at Camden Yards before an Orioles game and Rucker was trapped on the golf course. Perhaps...
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