A trio of million dollar winners cash in on Maryland Lottery jackpots
Seth Elkin of The Maryland Lottery celebrates three million-dollar winners this week with Nestor as the Ravens scratch-offs keep scoring as the season blossoms.
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Brett Steall of Pizza John’s and Leonard Raskin discuss Baltimore folks and Essex sub shop and immigrant history
Yes, they’ll put pineapple on it for you at Pizza John’s but traditions – new and old – are still waiting for you on Back River Neck Road in Essex. Brett Steall of Pizza John’s and Leonard Raskin join Nestor on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour to discuss this venerable and established-in-1966, family-owned treasure known for its consistent pizza quality and local community ties. Oh, and that memorable pepperoni…
Baking up a Lamar at Mayfield shootout in Tampa on Monday Night Football
Baker Mayfield’s career resurgence with 15 touchdown passes in six weeks and the potent Tampa Bay offense featuring Chris Godwin and Mike Evans should provide a stout test for the Ravens’ leaky defense. But Lamar Jackson’s command of the offense plus Derrick Henry’s impact on the ground game makes this a fascinating NFC opponent with similar defensive issues. Let Luke Jones and Nestor get your ready for some Monday Night Football – and a lot of points – in Tampa.
Luke Jones and Nestor host friends for birthday crab cakes and Orioles offseason concerns at Pizza John’s
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!
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens optimism against many troubled NFL franchises in mid October
With the Baltimore Ravens on a four-game winning streak and looking the part of a Super Bowl contender with a two-time MVP quarterback that added a Hall of Fame running back, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss fall purple optimism.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Washington football fans in Baltimore and future of Lamar and Jayden
After a Sunday afternoon of football with Washington at Baltimore in a meaningful NFL game, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the historical perspective of the region, franchises and the future of Lamar Jackson and Jayden Daniels.
Four in a row moves Ravens to top of everyone’s Power Rankings
With the Baltimore Ravens on a four-game winning streak and looking the part of a Super Bowl contender with a two-time MVP quarterback that added a Hall of Fame running back, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the fall purple optimism against many other troubled NFL franchises in mid October.
Thinking through the locals’ Baltimore-Washington NFL “rivalry” as Lamar and Jayden (Round 1) makes national impact
After a Sunday afternoon of football with Washington at Baltimore in a meaningful NFL game, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the historical perspective of the region, franchises and the future of Lamar Jackson and Jayden Daniels for the position and the sport in Maryland.
Ravens secondary will be primary against Mayfield in Tampa
Luke Jones and Nestor make final prep and predictions for Ravens at Bucs on Monday Night Football.
Leonard Raskin joins Nestor for birthday pineapple pizza and tales of the Northern Lights in Maryland
On the eve of his 56th birthday, Nestor receives a gift from the aurora borealis gods when the Northern Lights descend on Towson, Maryland on an October night. Leonard Raskin joins Nestor for birthday pineapple pizza at Pizza John’s on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour and tales of a No. 1 “bucket list” item being unwittingly crossed off on an hour’s notice.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens defense and Dean Pees addition after Washington win
In the days before the win over the Commanders, the Ravens brought back a sage and a mentor to defensive coordinator Zach Orr to get more productivity and cohesion on the backend. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the pieces of the Ravens defense and the addition of Dean Pees to help a beleaguered secondary that held up against Washington.
You’re never really prepared for the Northern Lights to come to Towson, Maryland USA
On the eve of his 56th birthday, Nestor receives a gift from the aurora borealis gods when the Northern Lights descend on Towson, Maryland on an October night. Leonard Raskin joins Nestor for birthday pineapple pizza at Pizza John’s on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour and tales of a No. 1 “bucket list” item being unwittingly crossed off on an hour’s notice.
Adding a side of Pees to Ravens defense that made strides against Jaylen and Commanders
In the days before the win over the Commanders, the Ravens brought back a sage and a mentor to defensive coordinator Zach Orr to get more productivity and cohesion on the backend. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the pieces of the Ravens defense and the addition of Dean Pees to help a beleaguered secondary that held up against Washington.
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.
Zeke Cohen educates Nestor about work of Baltimore City Council and realities of serving community
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.
Scarecrow Classic 5K for Brain Injury Association of Maryland
Hit by a car 26 years ago and suffering a traumatic brain injury didn’t stop Martin Kerrigan. He tells Nestor about his amazing journey and participation in the Scarecrow Classic 5K for the Brain Injury Association of Maryland October 20 in Sykesville.
Are you having a Good Day full of October energy?
As the Orioles promise to keep us twice as busy this week after the Ravens kept us up late on Monday night, Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness tells Nestor about the Good Day energy she needs when her toddler gets an overnight illness and work meetings come early in the morning.
Getting educated about the importance of the Oyster Recovery Partnership
As we start to shuck and enjoy 26 oysters, 26 ways in 26 days, please allow Damye Hahn of Faidley Seafood in Lexington Market and James Bond of Living Classrooms to educate you about the power of the Oyster Recovery Partnership to restore the Chesapeake Bay and make the water cleaner and the crabs to thrive and grow bigger and tastier.
Mike Silver: On the greatness of Lamar and how “The Why Is Everything”
Longtime NFL insider Mike Silver returns to tell Nestor the roots of his new book, “The Why Is Everything,” exploring the history of the Shanahan family football tree, with roots in the franchise of Dan Snyder in Washington more than a decade ago. Silver praises the talent of Lamar Jackson and still wonders how the Ravens ever let him test the free agent market last spring.
You never forget that first big event at Capital Centre!
Was it ZZ Top, Rush or Ted Nugent? Was it Hulk Hogan as a heel vs. Bob Backlund or Dusty Rhodes coming north? Was it Wayne Gretzky or Magic Johnson or Larry Bird? Nestor Aparicio and Leonard Raskin reminisce about their youth and experiences at Capital Centre and discuss the significance of keeping mementos from their past experiences.
Falling into the love of autumn golf and improving your game
If learning the game has been on your “to do” list, our Classic 5 LPGA pro Julieta Stack of Baltimore Golf Academy at Pine Ridge shares with Nestor the feeling of hitting that perfect shot. A nice time to fall in love with the game when the weather is perfect and the pace is right to pick up a club and get back on a course or the range.
The power and importance of health insurance and access to finding it today
Trying to educate folks about their health on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour at Costas Inn, Nestor welcomes his lifer Dundalk High friend Theresa Battaglia and former editor colleague at The Baltimore Sun Andrew Ratner to learn about the power of Maryland Health Benefit Exchange for all citizens.
Coming back to Coppin State and The Nest
In the first of many Coppin State conversations in our 14th year of Baltimore Positive partnership as the WNST flagship of Eagles sports, President Dr. Anthony Jenkins returns to get Nestor for another semester of learning and life in West Baltimore, where the campus and spirit grows at The Nest.
Eisenberg on thud of Orioles quick exit: “It was not appealing baseball”
Our mentor and longtime columnist at The Baltimore Sun, John Eisenberg returns with more lost Bird Tapes telling the history of Orioles baseball, and schools Nestor on Orioles offseason ownership history and some Washington and Baltimore football lore as the Commanders come north to face the Ravens.
The business of Orioles baseball and what will make “The Next Chapter” successful?
In their usual wide-ranging chats, our financial guy Leonard Raskin joins Nestor to celebrate their birthdays this week while discussing the Orioles’ struggles on the field and in the stands, the Ravens’ performance in Cincy and the differences between Baltimore and Washington over the years as Jayden Daniels and the Commanders come to the Charm City.
Do you love those memories of Capital Centre as much as we do?
Capital Centre retrospective book author Kevin Leonard regales Nestor with stories of Landover childhood glory and Abe Pollin from Costas Inn on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour. Everything you ever wanted to know about your favorite red and blue arena on the D.C. beltway where all the stars shined. (You need to get this book!)
John Martin of The Maryland Lottery discusses record sports wagering numbers and a new way to play Mega Millions
After a huge first month of football and sports wagering, John Martin of The Maryland Lottery discusses the record numbers, the popularity of the Ravens scratch-off and a new way to play Mega Millions in 2025.
Luke Jones and Nestor get ready for Washington coming to Baltimore in Jayden vs. Lamar shootout
We always felt like this should be more of a “rivalry” than a novelty. Luke Jones and Nestor get ready for a high-stakes battle between the team from the south in the burgundy in gold coming to Baltimore to face the Ravens as a 4-1 upstart NFL darling. Should be plenty of offense in this one on Sunday.
Dave Preston of WTOP gets Nestor ready for Jayden Daniels and new look Washington Commanders coming to Baltimore
Dave Preston of WTOP gets Nestor ready for the Jayden Daniels Experience and the new look, new ownership 4-1 Washington Commanders coming to Baltimore to stir up the Battle For Maryland.
LPGA pro Julieta Stack of Baltimore Golf Academy tells Nestor about the feeling of hitting that perfect shot and falling in love with the game
If learning the game has been on your “to do” list, our Classic 5 LPGA pro Julieta Stack of Baltimore Golf Academy at Pine Ridge shares with Nestor the feeling of hitting that perfect shot. A nice time to fall in love with the game when the weather is perfect and the pace is right to pick up a club and get back on a course or the range.
The Battle For Maryland is real this time: Jayden vs. Lamar in Baltimore
We always felt like this should be more of a “rivalry” than a novelty. Luke Jones and Nestor get ready for a high-stakes battle between the team from the south in the burgundy in gold coming to Baltimore to face the Ravens as a 4-1 upstart NFL darling. Should be plenty of offense in this one on Sunday.
Chick Hernandez of USA9 returns to give Nestor truths about transformation of the Washington NFL franchise hailing victory once again
Earning back the trust of lost fan bases has been a theme here this week. Our old pal Chick Hernandez of USA9 returns to give Nestor some truths about the incredible transformation of the Washington NFL franchise, hailing victory once again and coming to Baltimore (and bringing fans buying high-priced tickets) for a Jayden Daniels vs. Lamar Jackson matchup that has locals ready for football.
Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Todd Rundgren talks Meat Loaf, Daryl Hall, Kauai and making a difference
Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Todd Rundgren talks Meat Loaf, baseball, Daryl Hall, Kauai and making a difference through art, song and connection with his Spirit Of Harmony and Global Nation TV. He performs at Appell Center in York, Pennsylvania on Sunday, October 13th.
Thom Loverro of The Washington Times tells Nestor about deodorized burgundy and gold NFL franchise and emergence of Jayden Daniels
Thom Loverro of The Washington Times tells Nestor about deodorized burgundy and gold NFL franchise and emergence of Jayden Daniels
Is Washington football ready to hail victory once again?
Earning back the trust of lost fan bases has been a theme here this week. Our old pal Chick Hernandez of USA9 returns to give Nestor some truths about the incredible transformation of the Washington NFL franchise, hailing victory once again and coming to Baltimore (and bringing fans buying high-priced tickets) for a Jayden Daniels vs. Lamar Jackson matchup that has locals ready for football.
The big numbers of sports wagering and fun of Ravens fall game
After a huge first month of football and sports wagering, John Martin of The Maryland Lottery discusses the record numbers, the popularity of the Ravens scratch-off and a new way to play Mega Millions in 2025.
A packed house and big prices as Washington comes to Baltimore for a big football game
He spent two days at Camden Yards covering Orioles playoff games and will be eagerly awaiting this Jayden Daniels vs. Lamar Jackson matchup in Baltimore on Sunday. Thom Loverro of The Washington Times tells Nestor about the suddenly deodorized burgundy and gold NFL franchise and the emergence of the Commanders’ first superstar since Dan Snyder left Landover.
And here come the new and improved Washington Commanders throwing into Baltimore
Dave Preston of WTOP gets Nestor ready for the Jayden Daniels Experience and the new look, new ownership 4-1 Washington Commanders coming to Baltimore to stir up the Battle For Maryland.
Football author Mike Silver talks Lamar and Jayden and tells Nestor about his new Shanahan NFL tree book The Why Is Everything
Longtime NFL insider Mike Silver returns to tell Nestor the roots of his new book, “The Why Is Everything,” exploring the history of the Shanahan family football tree, with roots in the franchise of Dan Snyder in Washington more than a decade ago. Silver praises the talent of Lamar Jackson and still wonders how the Ravens ever let him test the free agent market last spring.
Our fave columnist John Eisenberg schools Nestor on Orioles offseason ownership history and Washington and Baltimore football lore
Our mentor and longtime columnist at The Baltimore Sun, John Eisenberg returns with more lost Bird Tapes telling the history of Orioles baseball, and schools Nestor on Orioles offseason ownership history and some Washington and Baltimore football lore as the Commanders come north to face the Ravens.
