After lengthy Pittsburgh drought, Ravens need win for both their psyche and playoff path
Baltimore has lost eight of nine against the Steelers and is 4-12 going back to the 2016 Christmas Day loss in Pittsburgh.
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The stress of the family, holidays and Ravens football
Like many in Baltimore, our financial family planner Leonard Raskin will be cheering on the Ravens this week and offers our audience some sensible and friendly advice for making 2025 the best year ever for knowing your future and where your money and important assets are assigned. Always solid advice here for year-end planning about what’s really important.
Planning more of those First Thursday summer nights of magic in Canton
Holiday visits with friends around town brought Sam Sessa to Amicci’s in Little Italy to tell Nestor everything he ever wanted to know about public radio life at WTMD, WYPR and the massive summer magic created by their incredibly successful First Thursday summer nights of music at the Canton Waterfront Park.
Marlon Humphrey says “focus has to be at a premium” for Ravens to reverse losing ways against Pittsburgh
Marlon Humphrey says “focus has to be at a premium” for Ravens to reverse losing ways against Pittsburgh
Lamar Jackson says Ravens must find way to finish drives against Pittsburgh this time around
Lamar Jackson says Ravens must find way to finish drives against Pittsburgh this time around
Ravens have clear health advantage ahead of AFC North showdown with Pittsburgh
Wide receiver Nelson Agholor was the most notable Baltimore player not to practice Tuesday.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss AFC playoff race and Ravens and Steelers significance to the picture
The Baltimore Ravens and Pittsburgh Steelers play at least twice a year. Sometimes, they even meet in January. There is nothing better than the best rivalry in the NFL on a big stage for the holidays. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the AFC playoff picture and the significance of Saturday’s big game on a path to the Super Bowl in February.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens defense and pass rush as Steelers approach with AFC North at stake
By any measurement, the Baltimore Ravens saw the junior varsity in the Meadowlands on Sunday with the New York Giants. As a 6.5 point favorite at home on Saturday afternoon, Russell Wilson and the Pittsburgh Steelers come to town looking to test the improvements to the Ravens’ pass rush and secondary.
Robbie Leonard educates Nestor about Democratic National Committee and his work ahead as a citizen
With former Maryland governor Martin O’Malley in the news running to lead the DNC, we turn to local Democratic National Committee member Robbie Leonard, who joined Nestor on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour at Faidley’s in an effort to educate us on the process of the organization and the massive work ahead after an embarrassing loss in Kamala Harris’ bid for President of the United States of America.
Just the way we want it: Pittsburgh at Baltimore for AFC North crown
The Baltimore Ravens and Pittsburgh Steelers play at least twice a year. Sometimes, they even meet in January. There is nothing better than the best rivalry in the NFL on a big stage for the holidays. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the AFC playoff picture and the significance of Saturday’s big game on a path to the Super Bowl in February.
Harbaugh says Ravens have “front office-type reasons” for not moving on from Diontae Johnson
The disgruntled wide receiver will stay away from the team in Week 16 after serving a one-game suspension.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 15 win at Giants
Tight end Mark Andrews became the franchise’s all-time leader in touchdowns scored (48) on Sunday.
Luke Jones and Nestor recap Ravens beatdown of hapless Giants in Meadowlands
On a day when the Baltimore Ravens seemed to have everything working against the over-matched New York Giants, the dozen penalties were a reminder of the mistakes that has led this team to five losses. Luke Jones and Nestor recap a 35-14 beatdown of the hapless Giants in the Meadowlands and short week before Pittsburgh arrives.
Ravens defense ready to be tested as Steelers approach with AFC North at stake
By any measurement, the Baltimore Ravens saw the junior varsity in the Meadowlands on Sunday with the New York Giants. As a 6.5 point favorite at home on Saturday afternoon, Russell Wilson and the Pittsburgh Steelers come to town looking to test the improvements to the Ravens’ pass rush and secondary.
John Harbaugh discusses latest twist in Diontae Johnson saga as Ravens begin preparations for Pittsburgh
John Harbaugh discusses latest twist in Diontae Johnson saga as Ravens begin preparations for Pittsburgh
Damye Hahn gets festive with Nestor and shows Faidley’s crab cakes and more for holiday gifts and shipping
If you want crab cakes for Christmas, they’re a click away! Let Damye Hahn of Faidley’s Seafood in Lexington Market tell you about the ease of sending the best holiday box of love anywhere this month. And if you’re in Catonsville, The Fishmonger’s Daughter on Frederick Avenue has some activity that will be bringing a new Faidley’s to the ‘burbs next summer in the 21228!
Ruffin Bell of Coppin State shares a Faidley’s crab cake and discusses sports and West Baltimore history with Eagles
Still in denial about the NIL, Nestor Aparicio welcomes Ruffin Bell of Coppin State over to Faidley’s Seafood in Lexington Market for a crab cake and a discussion about Eagles history and future goals. Bell, the marketing and promotion specialist on campus, highlights the success of various sports teams, including the volleyball and baseball teams winning the MEAC and the women’s hoops beating Arizona State and George Washington this month. You can always hear Coppin State sports action on WNST-AM 1570.
A dozen flags later, we evaluate all of Ravens misdeeds and penalties
On a day when the Baltimore Ravens seemed to have everything working against the over-matched New York Giants, the dozen penalties were a reminder of the mistakes that has led this team to five losses. Luke Jones and Nestor recap a 35-14 beatdown of the hapless Giants in the Meadowlands and short week before Pittsburgh arrives.
Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness discusses science of chews and expiring bonus points at holidays
If all of the stress, merriment and family of the holidays has you a little anxious, Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness discusses some ways the folks at Far & Dotter in Timonium can help. The science of chews, the reality of the harvest and expiring bonus points at holidays in our continuing series on cannabis education.
Ravens handle Week 15 tuneup as expected, but there’s no time to be satisfied
Baltimore shrunk the deficit to one game in the AFC North with first-place Pittsburgh coming to town on Saturday.
La Famiglia and the spirit of The Feast of The Seven Fishes for the holidays
In our never-ending quest to bring together the best people of Baltimore, let Nestor tell you how 40 years of friendship with “Uncle” Dan Rodricks connected him to legendary Chesapeake chef and Gertrude’s proprietor John Shields, who turned out to be related to the very tiny Aparicio family through Smalltimore marriage. The BMA, the holiday and what’s on the table at your tasty Christmas feast?
Shipping ’em crab cakes for the holidays is true love!
If you want crab cakes for Christmas, they’re a click away! Let Damye Hahn of Faidley’s Seafood in Lexington Market tell you about the ease of sending the best holiday box of love anywhere this month. And if you’re in Catonsville, The Fishmonger’s Daughter on Frederick Avenue has some activity that will be bringing a new Faidley’s to the ‘burbs next summer in the 21228!
Jackson throws five touchdowns as Ravens flatten Giants in 35-14 final
Lamar Jackson had another MVP-like performance as Baltimore came out of the bye week on a high note.
Roquan Smith discusses Ravens’ defensive effort, looks ahead to Saturday’s clash with Pittsburgh
Roquan Smith discusses Ravens’ defensive effort, looks ahead to Saturday’s clash with Pittsburgh
Lamar Jackson discusses five-touchdown passing day in blowout victory over Giants
Lamar Jackson discusses five-touchdown passing day in blowout victory over Giants
John Harbaugh breaks down Ravens’ 35-14 road win over Giants
John Harbaugh breaks down Ravens’ 35-14 road win over Giants
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles strategy for offseason and MLB Winter Meetings as deals emerge
So, just what are the Orioles real plans for a payroll under the new stewardship and deep pockets of the Rubenstein group? Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the strategy and budget of general manager Mike Elias as the hot stove starts to boil for offseason activities as the MLB Winter Meetings spark a baseball conversation in Baltimore about the future.
University of Maryland journalism professor Mark Hyman joins old colleague Nestor to discuss future of sports media for next generation
In our never-ending quest to discuss real journalism in a world of fractured and disassembled media, Nestor invites longtime mentor and one-time colleague Mark Hyman, who heads the sports journalism program at the University of Maryland, to discuss the future of sports coverage for the next generation who aspire to carry the notebook and ask the tough questions for fans and citizens.
Where does the Democratic National Committee go from here?
With former Maryland governor Martin O’Malley in the news running to lead the DNC, we turn to local Democratic National Committee member Robbie Leonard, who joined Nestor on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour at Faidley’s in an effort to educate us on the process of the organization and the massive work ahead after an embarrassing loss in Kamala Harris’ bid for President of the United States of America.
Ravens list A. Washington questionable, activate M. Pierce for Giants game
Starting safety Ar’Darius Washington did not travel with the team on Saturday due to a personal matter.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 15 tilt at Giants
Derrick Henry will face a New York defense ranking 30th in yards per carry allowed on Sunday.
Bill Cole grills Nestor about what he really expects from Orioles this offseason
It’s up to Nestor’s friends and sponsors to keep him honest. Our pal Bill Cole of Cole Roofing and Gordian Enegry grills Nestor about what he really expects from the Orioles this offseason with new ownership and a team full of young stars waiting on better pitching. And fans waiting on some kind of honest and authentic communication.
Taking the edge off the stress of the holidays
If all of the stress, merriment and family of the holidays has you a little anxious, Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness discusses some ways the folks at Far & Dotter in Timonium can help. The science of chews, the reality of the harvest and expiring bonus points at holidays in our continuing series on cannabis education.
Sports cartoonist Ricig and Nick The Greek welcome Nestor to Koco’s for Lauraville crab cake neighborhood lore
On the first stop of the holiday Maryland Crab Cake Tour at Koco’s Pub, sports cartoonist Mike Ricigliano and Nick “The Greek” Syropoulos welcome Nestor back “home” to their neighborhood and tell tales of what makes their part of Baltimore City so special and why they’ve never left Lauraville. Or is it Mayfield? Or Beverly Hills?
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens as prohibitive favorites against Giants and Super Bowl longer shots
The New York Giants are a terrible football team. The Ravens go to the Meadowlands as whopping 16-point favorites on Sunday as Luke Jones and Nestor discuss a busy next 10 days and ways that the AFC North can still be won before January.
Pierce questionable, Van Noy off injury report for Ravens against last-place Giants
The Ravens couldn’t ask to be healthier coming out of their Week 14 bye and facing the last-place New York Giants on Sunday afternoon.
Doug Lloyd of Maryland Lottery gets Nestor ready for big Ravens winners weekend in New York
As the Ravens head to New York so do several winners of the big Maryland Lottery scratch-off promotion. Let Doug Lloyd of The Maryland Lottery tell you about big jackpots, lucky Friday The 13th fun and more ways to maximize your chances to win with second chances and the MDLottery mobile app.
Ravens scratch-off big winners head to The Big Apple on the purple train
As the Ravens head to New York so do several winners of the big Maryland Lottery scratch-off promotion. Let Doug Lloyd of The Maryland Lottery tell you about big jackpots, lucky Friday The 13th fun and more ways to maximize your chances to win with second chances and the MDLottery mobile app.
Author Joel Poiley returns with tales of Matte, old Baltimore and what Colts meant to our city
Tampa Bay-based sportswriter and author Joel Poiley returns home to Baltimore with more tales of “Last Man Standing,” his book on the life and legacy of Colts great Tom Matte. And what it meant to be a part of the community via professional sports in a bygone era.
Ravens seek to regain confidence in swamps of Jersey
The New York Giants are a terrible football team. The Ravens go to the Meadowlands as whopping 16-point favorites on Sunday as Luke Jones and Nestor discuss a busy next 10 days and ways that the AFC North can still be won before January.
