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Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the gravy of Pittsburgh Week with Ravens and Steelers scuffling

The Baltimore Ravens laid out the gravy bowl to some of the fans and delivered a turkey to all who braved the cold night and eschewed holiday tradition to watch Joe Burrow stuff the pumpkin pie celebration. Leonard Raskin and Nestor pass the cranberry and the leftovers of a Bengals loss and Pittsburgh Week with the Ravens and Steelers scuffling for first place in the AFC North.

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It’s all gravy when you’re getting stuffed

The Baltimore Ravens laid out the gravy bowl to some of the fans and delivered a turkey to all who braved the cold night and eschewed holiday tradition to watch Joe Burrow stuff the pumpkin pie celebration. Leonard Raskin and Nestor pass the cranberry and the leftovers of a Bengals loss and Pittsburgh Week with the Ravens and Steelers scuffling for first place in the AFC North.

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Adding (more) MEAC championships on the court as Coppin State volleyball joins the dance

It’s always fun to discuss the emerging sport of volleyball with Coppin State head coach Tim Walsh, especially after another run to a MEAC championship as the Eagles await NCAA brackets and a tournament to start December in West Baltimore.

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens defense and Hamilton injury after win over Jets

At one point during the 1-5 start, the Baltimore Ravens defense ranked last in the NFL. With better health, better play and the addition of two veterans by Eric DeCosta, the defense of Zach Orr appears much improved and poised to lead the team while the offense continues to try to find some rhythm behind a gimpy franchise quarterback. Luke Jones and Nestor get defensive about the marked improvement and the emergence of key young players.

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Getting defensive about the Ravens needs after five wins in a row

At one point during the 1-5 start, the Baltimore Ravens defense ranked last in the NFL. With better health, better play and the addition of two veterans by Eric DeCosta, the defense of Zach Orr appears much improved and poised to lead the team while the offense continues to try to find some rhythm behind a gimpy franchise quarterback. Luke Jones and Nestor get defensive about the marked improvement and the emergence of key young players.

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It’s pretty obvious that Lamar Jackson is not right

There’s no explosiveness but there are five wins in a row to stack up for the Baltimore Ravens and a piece of first place on Thanksgiving is certainly more than acceptable. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the health of Lamar Jackson after a less-than-impressive win over the New York Jets and the lack of rest with the Cincinnati Bengals waiting after the turkey.

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Elevating community and local businesses to support important local fundraising with Curio Wellness

Our friends at Curio Wellness put us on the road for our 27th Anniversary #TastyNes tour featuring the best places to eat locally but as Chief Brand Officer Wendy Bronfein tells Nestor, the folks who bring you Far & Dotter storefronts in Timonium and Pikesville have also been bringing education and support to local groups and events as well. During this fall fundraising season, it’s nights like Maritime Magic for Living Classrooms Foundation and the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Gala that power our city for education and entertainment that make downtown vibrant.

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Serving the audience the truth about real influence and artificial intelligence

It’s been a while since longtime political insider Damian O’Doherty has returned to the Maryland Crab Cake Tour but he brings the changes in his public affairs business and the sweeping changing in Trump’s America with foreign money, big business, the destruction of government pillars and AI moving at the speed of humanity. Always a spirited debate about media, influence and power with this Catonsville native and Baltimore lover.

Longtime voice of Minnesota Vikings Paul Allen tells Nestor why McCarthy was O’Connell choice for QB and prep for Ravens

No one can get you ready for a Minnesota Vikings game better than the longtime voice of Skol and the people in the Twin Cities. One-time Maryland resident and bon vivant Paul Allen (aka P.A. On The Mic) tells Nestor why Andrew Van Ginkel might be the most important player in Sunday’s match-up with the Baltimore Ravens and how the crowd will factor into Lamar Jackson’s day in Minneapolis.

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Hearing the roar of the crowd in Minnesota

No one can get you ready for a Minnesota Vikings game better than the longtime voice of Skol and the people in the Twin Cities. One-time Maryland resident and bon vivant Paul Allen (aka P.A. On The Mic) tells Nestor why Andrew Van Ginkel might be the most important player in Sunday’s match-up with the Baltimore Ravens and how the crowd will factor into Lamar Jackson’s day in Minneapolis.

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An American Dream week for sports with big drama and memories made

When there’s Game 7 World Series magic interrupting real life and parties on a Saturday night, the memories are made forever. Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss an American Dream week for sports with big drama and snapshots and “where were you when?” moments for anyone who loves baseball. And the Ravens won two games, too!

Damian O’Doherty tells Nestor about the new independence of his social influence and AI insights

It’s been a while since longtime political insider Damian O’Doherty has returned to the Maryland Crab Cake Tour but he brings the changes in his public affairs business and the sweeping changing in Trump’s America with foreign money, big business, the destruction of government pillars and AI moving at the speed of humanity. Always a spirited debate about media, influence and power with this Catonsville native and Baltimore lover.

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Telander on the four decades since Ditka and Monsters of The Midway ruled Chcago

We don’t need to wait for the Bears to come to Baltimore to invite our longtime Chicago pal and legendary Sports Illustrated writer Rick Telander to share some Windy City takes of glory and more modern marvels of seeing Ohtani play and his children’s book with former MLB pitcher Steve Trout.

Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness discusses the company’s involvement in great community events and its commitment to transparency

Our friends at Curio Wellness put us on the road for our 27th Anniversary #TastyNes tour featuring the best places to eat locally but as Chief Brand Officer Wendy Bronfein tells Nestor, the folks who bring you Far & Dotter storefronts in Timonium and Pikesville have also been bringing education and support to local groups and events as well. During this fall fundraising season, it’s nights like Maritime Magic for Living Classrooms Foundation and the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Gala that power our city for education and entertainment that make downtown vibrant.

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There’s nothing funny about Mummy Money

As the season gets scarier, The Maryland Lottery is ramping up the Hall-O-Win fun just in time for pumpkin and spice and candy and winning. John Martin of The Maryland Lottery tells Nestor about all of the fall fun ahead as the winners continue to enjoy responsible play and the football season.

Leonard Raskin discusses Hollywood Bowl bucket list dreams and a nightmare Ravens loss to Lions with Nestor

If you follow our social media, you probably know that Nestor went west to see the fabulous Hollywood Bowl and check it off the top of the bucket list that financial advisor Leonard Raskin always encourages him to seek, stalk and enjoy. They discuss the nightmare Ravens loss to the Lions, too, but The Who and and Aerosmith reunion in Los Angeles were more fun to discuss this week.

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Hollywood nights and a Monday Night Motown football motor

If you follow our social media, you probably know that Nestor went west to see the fabulous Hollywood Bowl and check it off the top of the bucket list that financial advisor Leonard Raskin always encourages him to seek, stalk and enjoy. They discuss the nightmare Ravens loss to the Lions, too, but The Who and and Aerosmith reunion in Los Angeles were more fun to discuss this week.

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Hitting the links for the kids at Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital

Leonard Raskin joins Nestor while still aglow from the sunburn and fun of a Ravens home beat down of the Cleveland Browns and a day spent at Woodholme Golf Course with the great folks of the Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital raising funds and awareness for the great work they do for the children in need locally and regionally.

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Orioles leave it to Beavers to earn his outfield spot

The Orioles haven’t had a lot of good months this season but September has begun with some good news. Nestor Aparicio and Luke Jones discuss the Birds’ recent improvement – including five walk-off wins. The Dylan Beavers’ impressive start combined with the solid return of Kyle Bradish and Tyler Wells to the starting rotation looms large for 2026 hopes in the spring.

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How social media has changed politics in America

Both with family roots in the heart of Essex, it was serendipity that Pizza John’s was the cheesesteak of choice as Senator J.B. Jennings and Nestor convened for the first time on the #TastyNes leg of the Maryland Crab Cake Tour with a lengthy chat about Bob Ehrlich, farmland in Maryland and the ways politics has changed here and keeping bipartisan lines of communication open in Annapolis and all over the state.

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Previewing the game: Let Luke and Nestor get you ready for Flacco homecoming and Browns chances against Ravens

Joe Flacco is coming back to Baltimore as a starting quarterback and a decided underdog to the angry Baltimore Ravens, who are reeling from a stunning loss in Buffalo and a tough week at The Castle. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the emotions of 30 years of Browns-Ravens “rivalry” and the Browns’ chances against a Ravens team that needs a win.

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Bradish return and emerging Beavers as Orioles play better baseball in September

The Orioles haven’t had a lot of good months this season but September has begun with some good news. Nestor Aparicio and Luke Jones discuss the Birds’ recent improvement – including five walk-off wins. The Dylan Beavers’ impressive start combined with the solid return of Kyle Bradish and Tyler Wells to the starting rotation looms large for 2026 hopes in the spring.

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From 30 years of Cal 2131 to no hit, to walk-off to WTF? A Baltimore weekend in sports to remember and forget

The 30th Anniversary of Cal Ripken’s 2131 celebration brought Camden Yards to life on Saturday – and that was before the incredible baseball game that was a prelude to a tremendous thud for the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday night in Buffalo. Leonard Raskin tells Nestor why he left a Yamamoto no-hitter in progress.

Allen McCallum and Nestor discuss the legend of Cal Ripken, 2131, Davey Johnson and Orioles Magic on Saturday night at Camden Yards

It was quite a Saturday in Birdland. The day began with news of the death of Orioles player and manager Davey Johnson and ended with a near no-hitter and an old-school “Magic” win over the Dodgers in the aftermath of a massive 30th Anniversary celebration of Cal Ripken and 2131. Our Allen McCallum was at Camden Yards on Saturday night and was the WNST clubhouse reporter in 1996 and 1997 when Davey led rare winning teams during the Angelos era. This is a deep dive on Orioles lore and history.

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