The battle of two very different birds in Baltimore
As the baseball season ends, our Luke Jones joins Dennis Koulatsos to wraps up another World Series and preview a Seattle Seahawks visit to Baltimore to tackle the surging 6-2 Ravens.
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Learning where cannabis comes from and the science behind closed doors
During our cannabis education series, Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness has promised to give Nestor a tour of the entire operation. So, what will he find when he puts on the white suit and goes behind the closed doors of an industry not many folks have seen or understand?
Seth Elkin of Maryland Lottery tells Nestor about tracking down million of dollars of local winners this month
Sometimes when folks don’t win the jackpot, they think they didn’t win at all. Seth Elkin of the Maryland Lottery tells Nestor about tracking down million dollar winners this month – including a ticket in Snow Hill that is still unclaimed.
Aaron Schatz of FTN Network brings Nestor some Lamar gospel via DVOA and metrics of Ravens as Super Bowl favorites
Many consider him to be the Godfather of modern football analytics. The always analytical Aaron Schatz has moved his important football work over to FTN Network and brings Nestor some fresh Lamar gospel via DVOA and the metrics of the Baltimore Ravens as his Super Bowl favorite based on their solid play of the first half.
Christian Horton of Hollywood Casino and Nestor try to continue NFL pick momentum in Week 9
Christian Horton of Hollywood Casino and Nestor try to continue NFL pick momentum in Week 9. Aparicio is 65-53-4 – documented as they used to say in the old days – against the spread this season.
Former Terps linebacker Shawne Merriman comes home to College to collect coats for 21st year before Penn State game on Saturday
Every year for 21 season former Maryland Terrapins defensive star Shawne Merriman comes home to College Park to collect coats. Let him tell you about freezing out in a snowstorm as a child and how it motivated him to give back and keep people warm every winter. Find him before the Penn State game and give…
Author Roland Lazenby joins Nestor to tell the incredible story of the life of Earvin Magic Johnson
Renowned author Roland Lazenby tells Nestor about his latest biography on the life and times of Earvin “Magic” Johnson. From the roots of his basketball story through the Showtime Lakers to becoming one of the richest American athletes in the world through his passion for being an entrepreneur, businessman and civic mover.
Getting back to College Park to get more coats from closets and onto backs for winter
Former Terps linebacker Shawne Merriman comes home to College to collect coats for 21st year before Penn State game on Saturday
Tracking down millions of dollars of local winners this month
Sometimes when folks don’t win the jackpot, they think they didn’t win at all. Seth Elkin of the Maryland Lottery tells Nestor about tracking down million dollar winners this month – including a ticket in Snow Hill that is still unclaimed.
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss Ravens success at midseason and your employee benefits at work
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss Ravens success at midseason and your employee benefits at work
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss the roots of family and good offense
With the Ravens returning from a lackluster win over the Cardinals in Arizona, the men of purple finally get three home games in a row. Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss the roots of family, good offense and how to win November.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss World Series and wild card impact on postseason results
With the World Series featuring an 84-win team, we share some thoughts on the MLB wild card and the impact of bye weeks on postseason results since Rob Manfred and the owners started rewarding mediocrity with October opportunity.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens defensive dominance and Macdonald scheme after Cardinals win
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens defensive dominance and Macdonald scheme after Cardinals win
Telling the story of the Magic ride of Earvin Johnson
Renowned author Roland Lazenby tells Nestor about his latest biography on the life and times of Earvin “Magic” Johnson. From the roots of his basketball story through the Showtime Lakers to becoming one of the richest American athletes in the world through his passion for being an entrepreneur, businessman and civic mover.
The good, bad and ugly beats of NFL and picking winners
Christian Horton of Hollywood Casino and Nestor try to continue NFL pick momentum in Week 9. Aparicio is 65-53-4 – documented as they used to say in the old days – against the spread this season.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss sputtering offense of Ravens and efficiency after win in Arizona
It wasn’t a great day for the efficiency of the Todd Monken in Phoenix against a 1-7 Cardinals team. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the sputtering offense and inconsistencies of Ravens progress as they come home for 3 weeks and can pull away in AFC North.
As the sun sets on another baseball season, rethinking the future of wild card teams
With the World Series featuring an 84-win team, we share some thoughts on the MLB wild card and the impact of bye weeks on postseason results since Rob Manfred and the owners started rewarding mediocrity with October opportunity.
Ravens need to capitalize on good health and home cooking this month
With the Ravens returning from a lackluster win over the Cardinals in Arizona, the men of purple finally get three home games in a row. Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss the roots of family, good offense and how to win November.
That time of the year when you get the coverage you need
Leonard Raskin joins Nestor to discuss the Ravens’ success at midseason and offers some Raskin Global real life wisdom about making sure you are maximizing your employee benefits at work and protecting your family and future.
Is Macdonald making himself a head coaching candidate with this Ravens defense?
As the Ravens defense continues to shine and improve, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the multiple looks that have confounded mostly young quarterbacks this season led by defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald and the all-world play of linebacker Roquan Smith.
When the offense gets stuck in quicksand in the desert
It wasn’t a great day for the efficiency of the Todd Monken offense in Phoenix against a 1-7 Cardinals team. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the sputtering offense and inconsistencies of the Ravens progress as they come home for three games and a chance to pull away in the AFC North.
What will Baltimore look like when we’re done?
As we all await the Angelos Family signing a long-term lease at Camden Yards and the Orioles offseason spin will
What is the next move for Mike Elias and Orioles?
In an offseason with unlimited possibilities after incredible success on the field in 2023, Luke Jones and Nestor take a deep dive into the arsenal of prospects and abundance of position players the Baltimore Orioles have in their farm system. And what that could mean for an offseason of free agency, trade possibilities and the inevitable rising payroll that the Angelos family will need to support with more money.
If you’re aching from athletic activity, here’s the rub on Move
In the aftermath of the Baltimore Running Festival, Wendy Bronfein and Lisa Schaefer of Curio Wellness join Nestor for a
Telling some real World Series tales from 33rd Street lore
When you find out that your favorite science teacher from Dundalk High School actually went to the 1966 World Series as a 15-year old and dragged along his 11-year old brother, you have to get answers and stories. That’s what the Maryland Crab Cake Tour is all about! George Scheulen tells Luke Jones about his Wally Bunker experience as a kid.
Going Old Fashioned on a bourbon tour with my son at Drug City in the Dundalk homeland
On the eve of his 55th birthday, Nestor finally convinced his son Barry to join him for a drink with soda jerk and bourbon pourer Chuck Jacobs in The Tasting Room above The Fountain at Drug City to talk old school Dundalk and growing up East Baltimore. Oh, and how to make a tasty drink!
Baltimore Magazine editor Max Weiss joins Ricig and Nestor to discuss BSO and local love for music
Baltimore Magazine editor-in-chief Max Weiss joins Ricig and Nestor at Koco’s Pub on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour presented by The Maryland Lottery, Window Nation and Jiffy Lube to discuss her recent story on the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and new conductor Jonathon Heyward. Always sharing the local love for music – and broccoli tempura and the quest for Steve Chu!
Only nice people allowed: It’s the local Lauraville family love that makes Koco’s Pub perfect
Our Maryland Crab Cake Tour will be making more stops with Marcella and her gang on Harford Road in Lauraville as we continue to the take the show on the road, presented by The Maryland Lottery, Window Nation and Jiffy Lube. The familiar faces of the place and the parrots, margaritas and Koconut shrimp extend behind the bar and into the kitchen with a great family story. Meet Liz and Sea Bass. They’ve got Orioles Fever, too!
Wendy Bronfein and Lisa Schaefer of Curio Wellness discuss topical solutions for athletes after Baltimore Running Festival
Wendy Bronfein and Lisa Schaefer of Curio Wellness discuss topical solutions for athletes after Baltimore Running Festival
See it, sniff it, play it and cash in for the Holidays
Yes, that gingerbread man on the Maryland Lottery ticket smells just like your Aunt’s holiday kitchen! And the peppermint is
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens pass rush and defensive efforts against Goff and Lions
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens pass rush and defensive efforts against Goff and Lions
For the love of good friends, fat crabs, great football and butterscotch banana splits
Every year, our partner Leonard Raskin throws a party and crab feast for family, clients and friends. Nestor asks him
Leonard Raskin joins Nestor to discuss friends, family, crab feasts and Ravens routs of purple history
Leonard Raskin joins Nestor to discuss friends, family, crab feasts and Ravens routs of purple history
Getting the offensive operation healthier – and in order
It took the Todd Monken offense and Lamar Jackson seven weeks of getting healthier and more aligned. It finally all
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor heap praise on Ravens operation after burning the paper Lions
Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor heap praise on Ravens operation after burning the paper Lions
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens complete domination of Lions in Baltimore on Sunday
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens complete domination of Lions in Baltimore on Sunday
Ravens aren’t clowning around with the best pass rush in NFL
Sure, Lamar Jackson and the offense will get all of the purple headlines but Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the
How good can the Ravens be?
After the complete domination of the upstart Detroit Lions, Luke Jones and Nestor wonder aloud how good this Baltimore Ravens
#ColumnNes Lamar makes a statement by taking the heart of the cowardly Lions
There is never a day when the microphones turn on that Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh isn’t discussing his
Beth Rheingold of Greater Baltimore Chamber of Commerce invites Nestor to Heads & Tails Doggie Dash on Oct. 29
Beth Rheingold of Greater Baltimore Chamber of Commerce invites Nestor to Heads & Tails Doggie Dash on Oct. 29
