John Harbaugh talks about Sunday’s Ravens practice in Owings Mills
John Harbaugh talks about Sunday’s Ravens practice in Owings Mills
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No. 24 on #TastyNes Tour and WNST Baltimore 27th Anniversary Countdown: The Beaumont in Catonsville
Our 27th Anniversary #TastyNes Tour around town brought to you by Curio Wellness as part of our Maryland Crab Cake Tour takes us back to Catonsville and one of the tastiest special occasion treats we can find to splurge on and feel completely self-indulgent in buttery, velvety decadence. The fried lobster tail at The Beaumont is the “other” divine crustacean and is simply perfect in The ‘Ville.
Proof of the return of Keaton Mitchell is on the field
We don’t read too much into August football games. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the speed and effectiveness of Keaton Mitchell and other remnants of an early Ravens preseason win over the Colts as training camp shows some new faces and the return of injured hopefuls.
Grappling with death of Hulk Hogan and memories of Superstar Billy Graham
With the highs and lows of the former Terry Bollea in the news after the death of Hulk Hogan, Luke Jones and Nestor grapple with his act, “borrowed” if-not-stolen from Superstar Billy Graham as documented in the recent “Dark Side Of The Ring” tale on Vice regarding the business of wrestling and Vince McMahon and steroids in the 1970s and 80s.
No. 25 on #TastyNes Tour and WNST Baltimore 27th Anniversary Countdown: Patisserie Poupon
When you have a french bakery and pastry shop this good downtown, you don’t need to jet off to Paris to taste the love. You can eat with your eyes at the counter at Patisserie Poupon on Baltimore Street but don’t sleep on the Gateau Breton. It’s a monster of a cookie!
Longtime MLB reporter Robby Incmikoski takes Nestor on a Blast and BaySox history and stadium tour
When you spent 16 summers in every ballpark chronicling the Pirates and Twins as a local ballpark reporter, you see the innards of every stadium and clubhouse in baseball. Our longtime South Philly pal, who has traveled the regional sports network pathway en route to Pittsburgh, comes back to Baltimore to talk about his first gigs as an in-stadium hype man for the Bowie Baysox and Baltimore Blast. MLB reporter Robby Incmikoski tells Nestor about his newest project and book of photographs and stories about what makes big league baseball diamonds so special to the men who play the game.
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss cost and value proposition of modern fandom
Nestor Aparicio and Leonard Raskin discussed the cost and value proposition of modern fandom Nestor Aparicio and Leonard Raskin discussed
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following preseason win over Indianapolis
Rookie LaJohntay Wester’s 87-yard punt return for a touchdown was one of the highlights from the 24-16 victory.
Having the belly for stadium pricing
As the Ravens preseason game tickets go unused and the Orioles send out Birdland renewals for 2026 with a last-place mess on the field, Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the current cost and value proposition of modern fandom. And where the rest of the money is coming from to make sports wealthier.
Special teams, running game lead Ravens to 24-16 win in preseason opener
Keaton Mitchell led the way on the ground while LaJohntay Wester returned a punt for a touchdown in Thursday’s win over Indianapolis.
Mike Green discusses pass-rush effort in Ravens’ preseason win over Indianapolis
Mike Green discusses pass-rush effort in Ravens’ preseason win over Indianapolis
LaJohntay Wester returns punt 87 yards for touchdown to ignite Ravens special teams
LaJohntay Wester returns punt 87 yards for touchdown to ignite Ravens special teams
Keaton Mitchell scores touchdown in Ravens’ 24-16 preseason win over Colts
Keaton Mitchell scores touchdown in Ravens’ 24-16 preseason win over Colts
John Harbaugh reacts to Ravens’ 24-16 win over Indianapolis to open preseason
John Harbaugh reacts to Ravens’ 24-16 win over Indianapolis to open preseason
No. 26 on #TastyNes Tour and WNST Baltimore 27th Anniversary Countdown: Jerk Hut Eatery in Towson
In modern Baltimore, there are many places serving legit Jamaican cuisine but this is the #TastyNes spot we hit when we’re feeling the reggae vibe for some brown stew chicken or curry and rice and peas. The lunch specials are fantastic, too! Don’t hurry or gorge! Like great soup, it tastes even better as a leftover when those flavors meld…
Phillies fan and author Kevin Reavy talks Philadelphia sports passion and his book Ring The Bell with Nestor
Watching the Philadelphia Phillies in another pennant race this week while Baltimore Orioles fans are witnessing the remnants of another lost, last-place season never feels good in the Charm City. Phillies fan and author Kevin Reavy talks Philadelphia sports passion and the “why” behind his book, “Ring The Bell” with Nestor, who admits his Veterans Stadium skeletons and history with the Phillie Phantic.
Ravens-Colts preseason primer: Five players to watch
Rookie second-round pick Mike Green figures to see extensive action to try to build on his strong start to training camp.
Hip Hop Hall of Fame and creator of Nastee theme song Kwame joins Nestor to discuss his career beyond the song you know
If you ever listened to Nestor Aparicio on the radio anytime from 1994 through 2014, you heard the opening theme song many times. “Do you want to get Nastee?” was a line written and rapped by Kwame’, who is involved in the National Hip-Hop Hall of Fame induction ceremony on August 23rd. Last month, he appeared in a community event here at Gwynn Oak Park and the stars aligned to allow him to finally face the music of being a very fun and important ingredient in the sound of the history of Baltimore sports radio.
A life in MLB ballparks brought to life
When you spent 16 summers in every ballpark chronicling the Pirates and Twins as a local ballpark reporter, you see the innards of every stadium and clubhouse in baseball. Our longtime South Philly pal, who has traveled the regional sports network pathway en route to Pittsburgh, comes back to Baltimore to talk about his first gigs as an in-stadium hype man for the Bowie Baysox and Baltimore Blast. MLB reporter Robby Incmikoski tells Nestor about his newest project and book of photographs and stories about what makes big league baseball diamonds so special to the men who play the game.
No. 27 on #TastyNes Tour and WNST Baltimore 27th Anniversary Countdown: Philly Pretzel Factory
We begin our month-long journey in the celebration of tastiness and our 27th Anniversary with a stop in Bel Air for the smell of fresh pretzels in the oven. You don’t have to like Philadelphia to savor the brotherly love in a Philly Pretzel Factory pretzel. Hard to believe there could possibly be 26 things even tastier but you can follow along with the hashtag #TastyNes to find out all of our personal favorites, brought to you by Curio Wellness and our Maryland Crab Cake Tour stops with the Maryland Lottery and GBMC. On the road all month sharing our favorite foods to eat…
Putting the Phans Phirst in Philly to Ring The Bell
Watching the Philadelphia Phillies in another pennant race this week while Baltimore Orioles fans are witnessing the remnants of another lost, last-place season never feels good in the Charm City. Phillies fan and author Kevin Reavy talks Philadelphia sports passion and the “why” behind his book, “Ring The Bell” with Nestor, who admits his Veterans Stadium skeletons and history with the Phillie Phantic.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following joint practice with Indianapolis
The practice with the Colts was headlined by a fight that led to the ejection of second-year cornerback Nate Wiggins.
Nnamdi Madubuike happy with chemistry along Ravens defensive line entering 2025
Nnamdi Madubuike happy with chemistry along Ravens defensive line entering 2025
Derrick Henry talks state of Ravens’ rushing attack two weeks into training camp
Derrick Henry talks state of Ravens’ rushing attack two weeks into training camp
Lamar Jackson discusses joint practice and progress of Ravens offense two weeks into training camp
Lamar Jackson discusses joint practice and progress of Ravens offense two weeks into training camp
John Harbaugh breaks down Ravens’ joint practice with Indianapolis
John Harbaugh breaks down Ravens’ joint practice with Indianapolis
Former sports executive Micah Buchdahl comes home to Baltimore from Philly to discuss pro teams and fan support
They met over 40 years ago in the professional sports space. Now a Philadelphia lawyer, Baltimorean Micah Buchdahl was once a Washington Capitals PR assistant who later ran a MISL soccer franchise and maintains his long friendship with Nestor via the Eagles, Phillies and 76ers family passion on his timeline. It’s always a pleasure to welcome Buchdahl home for a discussion about winning, losing and spending the money it takes to host parades and keep fans (and their wallets) engaged.
Patrick Ricard discusses what Ravens veterans get out of joint practices in lieu of preseason games
Patrick Ricard discusses what Ravens veterans get out of joint practices in lieu of preseason games
Chris Horton talks Tyler Loop, Ravens special teams ahead of joint practice and preseason opener
Chris Horton talks Tyler Loop, Ravens special teams ahead of joint practice and preseason opener
Zach Orr downplays any competition between Ravens CBs Jaire Alexander and Chidobe Awuzie for playing time
Zach Orr downplays any competition between Ravens CBs Jaire Alexander and Chidobe Awuzie for playing time
Todd Monken discusses value of joint practice for Ravens veterans unlikely to play in preseason
Todd Monken discusses value of joint practice for Ravens veterans unlikely to play in preseason
The connection – and distinct disconnect – of modern Philadelphia and Baltimore professional sports
They met over 40 years ago in the professional sports space. Now a Philadelphia lawyer, Baltimorean Micah Buchdahl was once a Washington Capitals PR assistant who later ran a MISL soccer franchise and maintains his long friendship with Nestor via the Eagles, Phillies and 76ers family passion on his timeline. It’s always a pleasure to welcome Buchdahl home for a discussion about winning, losing and spending the money it takes to host parades and keep fans (and their wallets) engaged.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Sunday’s stadium practice
Rookie kicker Tyler Loop’s perfect performance highlighted Sunday’s workout at M&T Bank Stadium.
Everything you ever wanted to know about the “Nastee” theme song from the man who wrote it
If you ever listened to Nestor Aparicio on the radio anytime from 1994 through 2014, you heard the opening theme song many times. “Do you want to get Nastee?” was a line written and rapped by Kwame’, who is involved in the National Hip-Hop Hall of Fame induction ceremony on August 23rd. Last month, he appeared in a community event here at Gwynn Oak Park and the stars aligned to allow him to finally face the music of being a very fun and important ingredient in the sound of the history of Baltimore sports radio.
Tyler Loop discusses hitting 60-yarder as part of perfect showing in Ravens’ stadium practice
Tyler Loop discusses hitting 60-yarder as part of perfect showing in Ravens’ stadium practice
John Harbaugh discusses Ravens’ stadium practice and looks ahead to joint practice with Indianapolis
John Harbaugh discusses Ravens’ stadium practice and looks ahead to joint practice with Indianapolis
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles and Mike Elias selloff of nine MLB players at trade deadline
No one should be shocked by the deadline deals of Mike Elias but fans of the Baltimore Orioles are certainly within reason wondering what the grand plan looks like to compete in 2026. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the large sell off of nine MLB players at trade deadline in exchange for 16 prospects. It’s going to be a long, last-place offseason in Birdland to rebuild the pitching.
John Martin of Maryland Lottery discusses summer winning and Orioles and Ravens contest handoff coming soon
As baseball season crosses over into football season, Maryland Lottery Executive Director John Martin gives Nestor a sniff for a taste of the Ravens scratch-off contests coming this fall once the kickoffs kick off. But, meanwhile, the Home Run Riches winners add up as the Birds’ bats have awakened with the warm air of summer baseball.
Leonard Raskin joins Nestor for a chat about money, bucket lists and value of Delaware beach
After a recent quick trip to rock out with Tommy Conwell and The Young Rumblers at the Bottle & Cork in Dewey Beach, Delaware opened his eyes to the incredible growth of the “Lower Shore” of our neighboring “tax-free” state, Nestor asked financial advisor Leonard Raskin why he bought a place in Bethany Beach instead of Ocean City – or anywhere on the Maryland side. The taxes don’t lie…
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss likelihood of Likely missing Ravens season opener in Buffalo
With the news that Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely will be missing a few weeks, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the likelihood of Likely missing the season opener in Buffalo and what that does the role of Mark Andrews in a season of judgment and a deep, multiple offense full of weapons for Lamar Jackson.
