Wednesday, January 27, 2021

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Reeves Gabrel

Music

The day that David Bowie and I talked about spirituality, God and Ziggy Stardust

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I had just turned 23 years old and David Bowie was calling on my home phone. He called “collect.” It was November 1991 – about six weeks before I began my sports radio career. Many of you don’t know about my previous...
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Let Marvin Lewis tell the tale of the greatest defense in NFL history 20 years later

Telling the story of the 2000 Baltimore Ravens never gets old. Defensive coordinator Marvin Lewis joined Nestor from Arizona State to recap some of the old purple magic and how it changes your life.
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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

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Let Marvin Lewis tell the tale of the greatest defense in NFL history 20 years later

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Telling the story of the 2000 Baltimore Ravens never gets old. Defensive coordinator Marvin Lewis joined Nestor from Arizona State to recap some of the old purple magic and how it changes your life.
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Interpreting the words of Eric DeCosta and Ravens offseason intentions

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Luke Jones and Nestor react to the postseason press conference with Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta and evaluate the suddenly busy offseason of the franchise and its needs.
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Community

Memories of fire dances and Festivus Maximus 20 years later with Big Ed

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Former Ravens guard Edwin Mulitalo talks memories of fire dances at The Barn and the good spirit of Festivus Maximus two decades after Tampa and the parade.
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Luke Jones

Twelve Ravens thoughts on Eric DeCosta season-ending press conference

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How the outside linebacker position shakes out will be one of the most fascinating stories of the offseason.
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Let Marvin Lewis tell the tale of the greatest defense in NFL history 20 years later

Telling the story of the 2000 Baltimore Ravens never gets old. Defensive coordinator Marvin Lewis joined Nestor from Arizona State to recap some of the old purple magic and how it changes your life.

AUDIO VAULT

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Ron Cassie of Baltimore Magazine takes us from the insurrection at US Capitol to Little Italy

Ron Cassie of Baltimore Magazine takes us from the insurrection at US Capitol to Little Italy
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Luke Jones and Nestor ponder another Tom Brady Super Bowl in Tampa

Luke Jones and Nestor ponder another Tom Brady Super Bowl in Tampa
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Author Gary Myers joins Nestor to discuss how Tom Brady keeps doing this

Author Gary Myers joins Nestor to discuss how Tom Brady keeps doing this
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Luke Jones and Nestor react to the postseason press conference with Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta

Luke Jones and Nestor react to the postseason press conference with Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta and evaluate the suddenly busy offseason of the franchise and its needs.
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Jeff Mohler and Nestor debate merits of a long term contract for Lamar Jackson this offseason

Jeff Mohler and Nestor debate merits of a long term contract for Lamar Jackson this offseason
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LOCAL DISCUSSION

Get over to Fallston and Super Plunge with our favorite Special Olympian Danny Grau

This year the Polar Bear Plunge is being done differently. Let Nestor's main man from Harford County tell you about his arrangement with the Fallston Fire Department.

Supporting reading and Howard County Library via delicious Italian virtual event

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Let Tonya Aiken of the Howard County Public Library tell you about the annual "Stacks" event on February 27 that has moved online.

Is this the right time to ink Lamar Jackson long term?

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Local realtor extraordinaire Jeff Mohler joins Nestor for an old-school Section 513 debate regarding the merits of a long-term contract for Lamar Jackson this offseason. We also discuss the peculiar red hot real estate market during the pandemic.

The long offseason and the road ahead for Ravens and decision makers

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Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor look at what happens before and after Eric DeCosta utilizes the 27th pick of the NFL Draft on April 29.

Let Marvin Lewis tell the tale of the greatest defense in NFL history 20 years later

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Telling the story of the 2000 Baltimore Ravens never gets old. Defensive coordinator Marvin Lewis joined Nestor from Arizona State to recap some of the old purple magic and how it changes your life.

How can Ravens take the next step?

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Luke Jones and Nestor give some big picture analysis on Lamar Jackson and Ravens offseason wants, needs and realities. The salary cap, draft and free agency all factor into the equation.

Insurrection, Safe Streets and the future of Little Italy

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We originally booked Ron Cassie of Baltimore Magazine to discuss the cover of this month's local dish but then he wound up on the front steps of U.S. Capitol in the middle of the insurrection on January 6th.

Memories of fire dances and Festivus Maximus 20 years later with Big Ed

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Former Ravens guard Edwin Mulitalo talks memories of fire dances at The Barn and the good spirit of Festivus Maximus two decades after Tampa and the parade.

The country that Joe Biden inherits

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Bill Cole and Nestor discuss the first three weeks of a new year with a new leadership in the United States of America during a pandemic. And some Ravens football, too...

Putting the vaccine first in Annapolis

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Maryland Senate President Bill Ferguson says efficiency of the vaccine process is essential for the health of our state and getting business and commerce back to normal again.

Insurrection, Safe Streets and the future of Little Italy

We originally booked Ron Cassie of Baltimore Magazine to discuss the cover of this month's local dish but then he wound up on the front steps of U.S. Capitol in the middle of the insurrection on January 6th.
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If you attended the Super Bowl XXXV Parade for the Baltimore Ravens in 2001, try to find yourself
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Edwin Mulitalo talks memories of fire dances at The Barn and Festivus Maximus 20 years later
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Marvin Lewis tells the tale of the greatest defense in NFL history 20 years later
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Luke Jones and Nestor interpret the words of Eric DeCosta and evaluate offseason work of Ravens
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The Goose Tony Siragusa cooks up 20 years of ring stories and lost tales of Super Bowl XXXV in Tampa
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Coach Mike Smith comes back to Baltimore 20 years later to discuss magic of Super Bowl XXXV win
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Brian Billick joins Nestor to reminisce about the magic of a Super Bowl XXXV 20 years later
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Author Gary Myers joins Nestor to discuss how Tom Brady keeps doing this
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Luke Jones and Nestor ponder another Tom Brady Super Bowl in Tampa
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Ron Cassie of Baltimore Magazine takes us from the insurrection at US Capitol to Little Italy
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Brian Lease and Nestor discuss offseason needs of Baltimore Ravens
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Maryland Senate President Bill Ferguson says efficiency of vaccine process is essential for state
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Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott discusses COVID, restaurants reopening and death of Dante Barksdale
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Fred and Danny Grau join Nestor to discuss Super Plunging in Fallston for Special Olympics
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Luke Jones and Nestor give some big picture analysis on Lamar Jackson and Ravens offseason
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Bill Cole and Nestor discuss the country that Joe Biden inherits in the world we inhabit
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Jeff Mohler and Nestor debate merits of a long term contract for Lamar Jackson this offseason
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Luke Jones joins Nestor to look ahead at long Ravens offseason after Buffalo loss
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Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor look at the long offseason of Baltimore Ravens
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Leonard Raskin joins Nestor to discuss future path to a Super Bowl for Ravens
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Interpreting the words of Eric DeCosta and Ravens offseason intentions

Luke Jones and Nestor react to the postseason press conference with Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta and evaluate the suddenly busy offseason of the franchise and its needs.

Orioles fill shortstop opening with veteran Freddy Galvis

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Twelve Ravens thoughts on Eric DeCosta season-ending press conference

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“Certainly a chance” Jackson, Ravens strike lucrative contract extension this offseason

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And here comes another Tom Brady Super Bowl

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How can Ravens take the next step?

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SPORTS

Is this the right time to ink Lamar Jackson long term?

Local realtor extraordinaire Jeff Mohler joins Nestor for an old-school Section 513 debate regarding the merits of a long-term contract for Lamar Jackson this offseason. We also discuss the peculiar red hot real estate market during the pandemic.

Cullen to become latest defensive assistant to leave Ravens, per reports

Defensive line coach Joe Cullen is set to become the defensive coordinator of the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Harbaugh expecting to see an even better Lamar Jackson in 2021

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"He’s going to work hard at that stuff, and he’s going to improve and get better. It’ll show up in how he plays next year."

Orioles fill shortstop opening with veteran Freddy Galvis

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The 31-year-old will take the place of Jose Iglesias, who was traded to the Angels in early December.

Let Marvin Lewis tell the tale of the greatest defense in NFL history 20 years later

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Telling the story of the 2000 Baltimore Ravens never gets old. Defensive coordinator Marvin Lewis joined Nestor from Arizona State to recap some of the old purple magic and how it changes your life.

How can Ravens take the next step?

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Luke Jones and Nestor give some big picture analysis on Lamar Jackson and Ravens offseason wants, needs and realities. The salary cap, draft and free agency all factor into the equation.

Anthony Weaver, Rob Ryan join Ravens defensive coaching staff

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Weaver, who played for Baltimore from 2002-05, will replace Joe Cullen as the defensive line coach.

And here comes another Tom Brady Super Bowl

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Luke Jones and Nestor ponder two weeks of hype for another chance for "The Goat" to beat the young gun Mahomes. https://youtu.be/W9beqoKnMDM

Interpreting the words of Eric DeCosta and Ravens offseason intentions

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Luke Jones and Nestor react to the postseason press conference with Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta and evaluate the suddenly busy offseason of the franchise and its needs.

Harbaugh: “You’re not where you want to be unless you win the Super Bowl”

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The longtime head coach expressed great pride in the 2020 Ravens while acknowledging a need to improve across the board.

How can the Ravens get back to a Super Bowl with Lamar Jackson?

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Leonard Raskin joins Nestor to discuss the future path to a Super Bowl for Ravens. And what does the offseason hold for Eric DeCosta the decision makers?

“Certainly a chance” Jackson, Ravens strike lucrative contract extension this offseason

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General manager Eric DeCosta said he plans to talk to his star quarterback about a new contract in the coming days.

DENNIS KOULATSOS

BILL COLE

LEONARD RASKIN

TODD SCHULER

BALTIMORE NEWS

Time well spent and a candid conversation with the new Mayor of Baltimore

Just six weeks into the job at City Hall, Brandon Scott has felt all of the impact of the pandemic and managing COVID and local businesses. We chatted about the legend of Shorty, reopening restaurants, vaccine distribution and the tragic murder of his friend and Safe Streets leader Dante Barksdale.

The long offseason and the road ahead for Ravens and decision makers

Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor look at what happens before and after Eric DeCosta utilizes the 27th pick of the NFL Draft on April 29.

That time Larry King called my book “a good read” and discussed history of Orioles baseball

Back in the 1990s when he worked at CNN in Washington, Larry King was a frequent visitor at Camden Yards and loved talking Orioles baseball and Little Looey with Nestor.

Interpreting the words of Eric DeCosta and Ravens offseason intentions

Luke Jones and Nestor react to the postseason press conference with Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta and evaluate the suddenly busy offseason of the franchise and its needs.

The Goose cooks up 20 years of ring stories and lost tales of Super Bowl XXXV in Tampa

It has been two decades since Nestor took Tony Siragusa to The Barn for some crabs. Let Goose tell you about what he did in the locker room before the big win on January 28, 2001.

POLITICS

Insurrection, Safe Streets and the future of Little Italy

We originally booked Ron Cassie of Baltimore Magazine to discuss the cover of this month's local dish but then he wound up on the front steps of U.S. Capitol in the middle of the insurrection on January 6th.

The country that Joe Biden inherits

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Putting the vaccine first in Annapolis

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Time well spent and a candid conversation with the new Mayor of Baltimore

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ImpeachAPalooza features Maryland’s best podcasts discussing the insurrection and inauguration

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A conversation about the modern complexity of public education in Baltimore County

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MUSIC CLASSIC

Arts

James Young discusses the legacy of Styx music and life without Dennis DeYoung in Summer 2003

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Styx was on the road with Journey and REO Speedwagon when JY checked in with his biggest sports radio fan in Baltimore.
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Bret Michaels talks Poison, Steelers and something to believe in with Nestor in 2003

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They crossed paths at the Seagull Inn and Hammerjacks over the years, but Nestor finally got to discuss a football feud from Baltimore to...
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Music

Would you just watch the hair?

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Listen to the ground, there is movement all around...
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Arts

Searching for the legend of Eddie Van Halen

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Before the death of the guitarist virtuoso, Van Halen historian Greg Renoff discussed his journey in writing about how four kids from Southern California got signed and became the biggest rock band in the world. Little dreamers, indeed...
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Arts

Let Nestor tell you the story of StanStock and the first radio studio he ever walked into at WEBB-AM

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Stanstock has become an East Side live music charity tradition led by longtime local musician Stan Gibson, who was a childhood friend of Nestor. You'll love this story as told by Mike Miller, who helps organize the festival each fall.
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Music

Pat Benatar talks jazz vs. rock and roll and parenting on the road in summer of 1991 before Pier Six concert

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During his days as an #AlmostFamous music critic at The Evening Sun, Nestor Aparicio got a chance to interview many touring musicians. He loved Benatar from the first time he saw her perform "Heartbreaker" on Don Kirschner's Rock Concert.
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BUSINESS

Baltimore Positive Classic

Lierman discusses COVID and housing rent crisis in Baltimore

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Brooke Lierman has represented the 46th District in Annapolis as a member of the House of Delegates since 2014. She is also in Nestor's district! This chat discusses the many issues surrounding the pandemic and how it's affecting all aspects of life here in Baltimore and for the political process as well in Maryland.
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Business

Henry discusses term limits and who is watching money of Baltimore citizens

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The Councilman who is running for Comptroller is speaking out about the battle to unseat Joan Pratt downtown
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Business

As more states and folks turn to legal cannabis, where to get legitimate guidance on usage?

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Brian Sanderoff joins Nestor to discuss the legal cannabis wave and how to become better educated on the use of the medicine.
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Baltimore Positive Classic

Ruppersberger discusses the world of Trump in Washington

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Our final segment with Dutch Ruppersberger, who tackles Trump, the Mueller Report and the future of cybersecurity in the modern world with Nestor and Don as Baltimore Positive launches.
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EDUCATION

Business

Rosendale says Maryland tech community is huddling for local solutions during pandemic

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From vaccines and therapeutics to cybersecurity, the work of the members of the Maryland Tech Council help power all sorts of modern life here locally, especially in collaborations during the COVID-19 pandemic
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Baltimore Positive Classic

Sarbanes attempts to explain Rorschach 3rd District map of Maryland

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We have all seen the map of Maryland's 3rd district. Our local Congressman discusses gerrymandering and finding better ways to create districts across America.
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Business

New Senate President Ferguson tells his journey from teaching to government

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You heard the big news about Bill Ferguson becoming new Senate President in Annapolis. Now, hear his story of public service and his "why"...
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HEALTH

Community

Some simple ways to move your mental health during COVID

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With the season changing and the pandemic keeping us apart, Lynne and Victor Brick offer a 10-day program to honor the John W. Brick Foundation and boost your Fall mood.
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Education

Dealing with the emotions of seclusion and quarantine get tougher as crisis lingers

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Your mental health is important during the pandemic! Patty Mohler tells us that this is a time to be good to yourself...
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Business

Time well spent and a candid conversation with the new Mayor of Baltimore

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Just six weeks into the job at City Hall, Brandon Scott has felt all of the impact of the pandemic and managing COVID and local businesses. We chatted about the legend of Shorty, reopening restaurants, vaccine distribution and the tragic murder of his friend and Safe Streets leader Dante Barksdale.
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ARTS

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Steve Whiteman of Kix talks Hagerstown, Baltimore and Orioles baseball in April 1994

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True story: Nestor took voice lessons from the affable and always available Whiteman on Harford Road when his throat was hurting from screaming on the radio every day in the 1990s. "Ya got nothin' to lose..."
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Business

Mirmiran still believes in potential of Baltimore and future of Cross Street Market

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Caves Valley Partners continues to invest and build and believe in the Charm City
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Arts

Mitchell tells us Arena Players rich history in Mount Vernon

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We continue our tour of Baltimore's COVID shuttered museums and historic institutions and discuss ways they're still reaching their core mission of engaging and educating citizens
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LEADERSHIP

WNST CLASSIC

Arts

Musician Thomas Dolby recaps his hyperactive first Ravens game with Nestor and 513 purple crew

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When Nestor invited the 80s pop star and local John Hopkins professor onto the show in early December to discuss music education, he asked if Dolby had ever been to an American football game. Then Ryan Mallett happened against the Pittsburgh Steelers as a Christmas miracle...
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Arts

Drummer Todd Sucherman of Styx tells Nestor about life during pandemic and lights in a rock and roll band

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The last remaining member of Styx that Nestor has never chatted with joined him during the downtime of humanity to talk about singing for...
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Celebrities

Art Donovan tells us how he got his first big break with the Colts

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This is the finale of a spirited four-part chat with Fatso, who covered all of aspects of his life on a summer night in Fallston when he had a lot of energy to make us laugh.
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Hall of Fame

Ripken discusses 2131 run and the excitement of the city

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When Cal Ripken was preparing to enter Cooperstown in 2007, he sat down with Nestor to discuss many aspects of his incredible career with the Baltimore Orioles.
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Hall of Fame

The one time Frank Robinson talked baseball with Nestor

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When the legendary Baltimore Orioles outfielder died in 2019, it was hard to find this clip but it made us smile when we did. And this 1992 picture is only one he could find from when the Hall of Famer umpired the "Broadcast vs. Print Media Baseball Game" at Camden Yards.
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Arts

Former Black Crowes drummer Steve Gorman catches up on music to sports radio transition

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A recurring guest in recent years as he left the drum kit of The Black Crowes to become a sports radio host at Fox Sports Radio, Gorman and Nestor catches up on Orioles, NFL and life in Nashville with the new band Trigger Hippy.
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Hall of Fame

Was Nestor nervous the first time he sat down to interview Brooks Robinson?

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It happened at Hooters at Harborplace and there are no pictures to show just how nervous Nestor was in trying to be cool with royalty in 1995
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Arts

Legendary musician Livingston Taylor gets folksy with Nestor

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The music education never ends and when the Berklee professor and guitarist and songwriter speaks, we hear the tales of the road and memories along the way.
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Baltimore Positive Classic

Coming back to Baltimore to tell stories about the Oriole Way and Bob Brown

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If you remember the last day at Memorial Stadium in 1991, then you need to meet the architect. Longtime baseball public relations leader Rick Vaughn remembers 33rd Street and the leadership of an Orioles front office legend.
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Celebrities

Jim Peterik of Survivor talks love of baseball and the Cubs as a vehicle for songwriting in aftermath of 2016 World Series

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Musician Jim Peterik formerly of Survivor talked about his Cubs World Series song with Nestor, who of course brought up the 1985 tour with R.E.O. Speedwagon and every great Rocky song...
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