Jackson misses Wednesday’s practice as Ravens prepare to welcome new center Jurgens to mix
Reports have cast doubt on Lamar Jackson’s Week 5 status, but Jesse Minter wasn’t ready to count him out for Sunday Night Football in Atlanta.
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens defense, penalties and Minter role following win over Titans
John Harbaugh is long gone as the head coach of the Baltimore Ravens but the penalties that often were assigned as his task to clean up have remained under rookie leader Jesse Minter. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the defense, flags and how the problem will affect the team if Lamar Jackson isn’t on the field Sunday night in Atlanta.
Brandi Orcutt-Velez tells Nestor about Blood Cancer United Light The Night latern walk this Friday downtown
Join the Blood Cancer United team with survivors, warriors and walkers all coming together to Light The Night with reds, whites and yellows all around the stadium as we celebrate and remember all who have battled bravely once again to raise money and awareness to keep folks alive. Nestor welcomes Brandi Orcutt-Velez to learn all of the details of this year’s evening, which promises perfect weather at the stadium.
Jesse Minter speaks on Cam Jurgens trade and health of Lamar Jackson following Wednesday’s Ravens practice
Jesse Minter speaks on Cam Jurgens trade and health of Lamar Jackson following Wednesday’s Ravens practice
Leonard Raskin returns from Rio with full Ravens fan and tourist report on Brazil
The beaches, the mountains and the 56-yard field goal of Tyler Loop made the 5,000-mile journey for every Baltimore Ravens fan taste like a fresh caipirinha on the sands of Copacabana after beating the Dallas Cowboys. And even more so for our money insider Leonard Raskin, who returns from Rio with full a Ravens fan and tourist report about Brazil for Nestor.
DeCosta, Ravens take big swing acquiring two-time Pro Bowl center Jurgens from Philadelphia
Baltimore sent a 2028 second-round pick and a 2027 fifth-round pick to the Eagles for Cam Jurgens and a 2027 seventh-rounder.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Jim Palmer tweet and Craig Albernaz complains as Orioles fans watch and opine
As if the Baltimore Orioles don’t have enough problems and real drama, this week it was the words of Jim
Drummer John Miceli tells Celebrating Meat Loaf tales with Nestor as Halloween Steinman show comes to Rams Head Annapolis to rock and Rocky Horror
Longtime Meat Loaf drummer John Miceli shares tales of the myth of “Bat Out Of Hell” and the Neverland Express band as the “Celebrating Meat Loaf” group brings a special Halloween show to Rams Head in Annapolis on Saturday afternoon with the music of Jim Steinman with a Rocky Horror twist. And, finally, Nestor gets to tell the “Paradise By The Dashboard Light” Phil Rizzuto story at Merriweather Post Pavilion to the drummer who didn’t miss a beat on that fateful day in 1996.
Life with a leaky and learning-on-the limp offensive line isn’t optimal for a gimpy Lamar
We’ve been concerned about the center of the offensive line for eight months and now with Vega Ioane moved into the middle, the guard spots become even more illuminated along with the depth needed to keep pace with the NFL realities. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the depleted unit, the ankle of Lamar Jackson and what it might mean in Atlanta on Sunday night for Declan Doyle and the game plan against the suddenly stout Falcons.
What does modernizing the State’s Attorney office mean for Baltimore County residents?
With elected officials in unique positions, we always start with the roles of the job and incoming Baltimore County State’s Attorney Sarah David unfurls for Nestor her ambitious plans to modernize the Towson office for local citizens. On her second visit to Pizza John’s in Essex on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour, she reiterates her desire to share information to strengthen public safety, grow community engagement and provide transparency about crime and holding criminals accountable.
Let’s Light The Night for Blood Cancer United on Friday at the stadium
Join the Blood Cancer United team with survivors, warriors and walkers all coming together to Light The Night with reds, whites and yellows all around the stadium as we celebrate and remember all who have battled bravely once again to raise money and awareness to keep folks alive. Nestor welcomes Brandi Orcutt-Velez to learn all of the details of this year’s evening, which promises perfect weather at the stadium.
Here a flag, there a flag plagues Ravens on both sides of the ball
John Harbaugh is long gone as the head coach of the Baltimore Ravens but the penalties that often were assigned as his task to clean up have remained under rookie leader Jesse Minter. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the defense, flags and how the problem will affect the team if Lamar Jackson isn’t on the field Sunday night in Atlanta.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 4 win over Tennessee
Zay Flowers looks like he’s moving at a different speed than everyone else, but credit Declan Doyle for setting up mismatches.
Souvenirs, steak and the sweet smell of victory in Rio de Janeiro
The beaches, the mountains and the 56-yard field goal of Tyler Loop made the 5,000-mile journey for every Baltimore Ravens fan taste like a fresh caipirinha on the sands of Copacabana after beating the Dallas Cowboys. And even more so for our money insider Leonard Raskin, who returns from Rio with full a Ravens fan and tourist report about Brazil for Nestor.
What happens when Jim Palmer talks to Orioles management?
As if the Baltimore Orioles don’t have enough problems and real drama, this week it was the words of Jim Palmer and the disregard and defense of manager Craig Albernaz that engaged Birdland while the MLB playoffs rolled along on the field. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Hall of Fame discourse and the tone-deaf ownership and management of this whole David Rubenstein era of leadership, on and off the field and its ear toward the franchise heroes who built Camden Yards and the fans who support the Orioles two billion-dollar brand.
Getting that important check-up in the neighborhood with GBMC
It’s nice when you can find a doctor in the neighborhood without having to go to the hospital so Nestor was pleased to chat with Dr. Ashley Yuen, who educates us about her GBMC family practice right in East Towson and all of the great reasons to get a check-up for peace of mind and body.
Ravens not expecting “crazy long-term” absence for Jackson, but Week 5 status remains unclear
Head coach Jesse Minter reiterated Monday that quarterback Lamar Jackson is “just dealing with a little bit of an ankle” injury.
Dear Mike Elias: This is what operational failure looks like
As Mike Elias prepares another “we failed again but I’m keeping my job” press conference at The Warehouse to discuss the future of a sport that doesn’t feel like it’ll even hit the field next April, Nestor Aparicio pens a “Dear Mike Elias” #ColumnNes missive before the MLB playoff games begin and you lose interest in the Baltimore Orioles and their treacherous offseason of nothingness.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Lamar Jackson injury and Ravens sloppy win over Titans
Any win is a good one but the Baltimore Ravens needed to survive an onside kick late after another defensive meltdown in a game that Lamar Jackson left early with an ankle problem and a limp. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the concerns after a too-narrow-for-confidence 24-18 win over the lowly Tennessee Titans.
John Simpson praises Vega Ioane’s work at new position in Sunday’s Ravens win
John Simpson praises Vega Ioane’s work at new position in Sunday’s Ravens win
Ronnie Stanley talks state of Ravens offensive line following Sunday’s win over Tennessee
Ronnie Stanley talks state of Ravens offensive line following Sunday’s win over Tennessee
Paradise by the baseball light with Meat Loaf
Longtime Meat Loaf drummer John Miceli shares tales of the myth of “Bat Out Of Hell” and the Neverland Express band as the “Celebrating Meat Loaf” group brings a special Halloween show to Rams Head in Annapolis on Saturday afternoon with the music of Jim Steinman with a Rocky Horror twist. And, finally, Nestor gets to tell the “Paradise By The Dashboard Light” Phil Rizzuto story at Merriweather Post Pavilion to the drummer who didn’t miss a beat on that fateful day in 1996.
The history of Hip-Hop in D.C. and International Black Film Festival coming to Pikes
D.C. Hip-Hop legend Priest Da Nomad educates Nestor about some Washington and Baltimore club and music history and his featured film “I Was The Weirdo” for the International Black Film Festival coming to the Pikes on October 10th.
Another sloppy win and lingering concerns for Lamar muddy the week ahead
Any win is a good one but the Baltimore Ravens needed to survive an onside kick late after another defensive meltdown in a game that Lamar Jackson left early with an ankle problem and a limp. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the concerns after a too-narrow-for-confidence 24-18 win over the lowly Tennessee Titans.
Life inside The Star, the superstars of MLB and rock star memories with the “other” Mussina
Three decades ago when Mike Mussina was toeing the rubber at Camden Yards, his younger Mark struck up a friendship with Nestor that has lasted a lifetime. And in the week after a Baltimore Ravens’ victory over his beloved Dallas Cowboys, it was time to turn to a one-time WNST radio host when the station began 28 years ago to bring the MLB playoffs and our 28th anniversary music memory bank exploration full circle with a side order of Meat Loaf and Van Halen. And maybe some Tommy Conwell…
Fall fun, purple winners and new games
As the Home Run Riches seasons winds up and the Ravens scratch-off season kicks into full gear, Senior Advisor John Martin of The Maryland Lottery brings Nestor into October ready to win and learn about some new games and ways to win.
Vega Ioane breaks down performance making his first start at center for Ravens
Vega Ioane breaks down performance making his first start at center for Ravens
Ravens enter survival mode after Jackson leaves with ankle injury in Sunday’s win over Titans
Lamar Jackson hurt his left ankle late in the first half and left the stadium wearing a walking boot after Sunday’s game.
Ravens offense shines early, but injuries put damper on 24-18 win over Tennessee
Lamar Jackson left the game after hurting his ankle late in the first half, and several others were injured Sunday.
Nnamdi Madubuike breaks down Ravens’ defensive effort in 24-18 win over Tennessee
Nnamdi Madubuike breaks down Ravens’ defensive effort in 24-18 win over Tennessee
Zay Flowers has monster first half before Lamar Jackson exits with ankle injury in Sunday’s Ravens win
Zay Flowers has monster first half before Lamar Jackson exits with ankle injury in Sunday’s Ravens win
Jesse Minter on Lamar Jackson’s ankle: “We don’t know enough about it right now, but we’ll have to see where that’s at”
Jesse Minter on Lamar Jackson’s ankle: “We don’t know enough about it right now, but we’ll have to see where that’s at”
When you make a lifer friend camping out for Billy Joel tickets at Hecht’s in 1983
This recent gathering of old music tickets, artifacts and memories would not be complete without reaching to the guy Nestor met as a 14-year old camping out for concert tickets at the old Hecht’s at Reistertown Road Plaza. Our old Live Aid and lifer pal Richard Abrahams brings the rock and roll music memory bank to State Fare in Catonsville on the Maryland Crab Tour, adding huge contributions with tales of U2, The Alarm and The Smithereens to our 28 bands of significance as we count ’em down. Oh, and that time we camped out at The Spectrum for Rush tickets in the dead of winter of 1984…
Schaech: Bringing the Blue Ridge magic back to Baltimore
Edgewood native and now-Nashville-based actor Johnathon Schaech returns to discuss the recent success of his Amazon series “Blue Ridge” and talk Baltimore sports with Nestor as the seasons change and the wait continues for Orioles fans everywhere.
Watch “No One Listens; Everyone Hears” – The Media Story of Nestor Aparicio, WNST and Baltimore Positive
Part biography, part civic documentary, this film uncovers the uncompromising journey of Nestor Aparicio—journalist, truth-teller, and founder of Baltimore Positive. Through battles with institutions, personal setbacks, and a stubborn commitment to his hometown, “No One Listens; Everyone Hears” shows what happens when one person refuses to stop believing in Baltimore.
The end of the season Orioles press conference they didn’t want you to see
We are still baffled at the direction of the Baltimore Orioles and nothing was more troubling than watching Mike Elias and Craig Albernaz make excuses without accountability (or ownership representation) at a Monday press conference at The Warehouse that their own network, social media and website didn’t air live. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the future of the franchise and the tumultuous offseason ahead for MLB as the rest of baseball watches the postseason.
John Martin of Maryland Lottery gets Nestor updated on Ravens scratchoff winners and wraps Home Run Riches
As the Home Run Riches seasons winds up and the Ravens scratch-off season kicks into full gear, Senior Advisor John Martin of The Maryland Lottery brings Nestor into October ready to win and learn about some new games and ways to win.
Priest Da Nomad educates Nestor about hip hop history in DC as Black Film Festival comes to Pikes
D.C. Hip-Hop legend Priest Da Nomad educates Nestor about some Washington and Baltimore club and music history and his featured film “I Was The Weirdo” for the International Black Film Festival coming to the Pikes on October 10th.
Teresa Walker of Nashville AP gives Nestor a Titans preview and Oilers drip history from Music City
Every time we visit Nashville, the downtown area and vibrancy seems to double. Now with a giant new stadium being erected and Super Bowl coming to the Music City in four years, the locals are wondering if the Tennessee Titans and their stolen colors of the Oilers will catch up to the progress on the field. As Cam Ward attempts to find success and Titans come to Baltimore a double-digit dog, we welcomed legendary Associated Press sportswriter Teresa Walker back to update us on the drip and drabs of waiting on Derrick Henry to steamroll his old franchise on Sunday.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens center of concern and Ioane against Titans
Sure, the Baltimore Ravens should whip the hapless Tennessee Titans at home on Sunday but as Luke Jones and Nestor point out, finding a real and effective offensive line combination must be at the front of concerns as Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry and Zay Flowers look to produce points in the coming weeks. It’s less than ideal. Just ask Eric DeCosta…
