Friday, January 15, 2021

INTELLIGENT CONVERSATION

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Business

Where will local government invest after the pandemic?

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It's no secret every municipality across the country will have budget shortfalls amidst the madness of COVID. Baltimore County Councilman Tom Quirk from District 1 talks money and budgets and managing through this national crisis.
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Community

Ramos sees a brighter future for central Baltimore from 14th District

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Spend a little time with Odette Ramos and you'll find yourself feeling a lot better about our city.
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Baltimore Positive Classic

Rosenberg tells us why Preakness and future of Pimlico matter for Baltimore

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Saving the Preakness and horse racing for Baltimore has always been high on our agenda. The path to doing that has never been easy but we're getting closer every day.
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Ravens-Bills: Five predictions for divisional-round Saturday

Wink Martindale has vowed to bring pressure despite Buffalo quarterback Josh Allen's success against the blitz this season.
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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

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Ravens-Bills: Five predictions for divisional-round Saturday

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Wink Martindale has vowed to bring pressure despite Buffalo quarterback Josh Allen's success against the blitz this season.
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Business

Six former Baltimore County Executives discuss siege on Capitol and future of America

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Ted Venetoulis. Don Hutchinson. Dennis Rasmussen. Jim Smith. Don Mohler. All led by Congressman Dutch Ruppersberger on Capitol Hill with a frank and open conversation about the future of America after a White Nationalist assault on democracy. Leadership matters.
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Local

Buffalo has been waiting a long time for Josh Allen

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The voice of Bills John Murphy takes us through how the franchise got from the exit of Rex Ryan to now just two wins away from the Super Bowl.
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Food + Drink

That time I vacationed in Buffalo

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Back in 2007, Nestor Aparicio did the 48-hour "Where to Go in Buffalo" video prior to a horrible Ravens loss to the Bills in Orchard Park. At least's Nestor's in North Tonowanda served a legit hot dog. Oh, and the wings were solid as well...
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That time I vacationed in Buffalo

Back in 2007, Nestor Aparicio did the 48-hour "Where to Go in Buffalo" video prior to a horrible Ravens loss to the Bills in Orchard Park. At least's Nestor's in North Tonowanda served a legit hot dog. Oh, and the wings were solid as well...

AUDIO VAULT

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Luke Jones and Nestor psychoanalyze Ravens dancing on Titans logo and Lamar walking off postgame

Luke Jones and Nestor psychoanalyze Ravens dancing on Titans logo and Lamar walking off postgame
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Todd Schuler and Nestor discuss a Ravens playoff win and the future of democracy in America

Todd Schuler and Nestor discuss a Ravens playoff win and the future of democracy in America
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Luke Jones and Nestor give Lamar all praise after first playoff win

Luke Jones and Nestor give Lamar all praise after first playoff win
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Luke Jones and Nestor recap an impressive road playoff win for Ravens in Tennessee

Luke Jones and Nestor recap an impressive road playoff win for Ravens in Tennessee
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That time Tommy Lasorda dropped by for some steroids talk in baseball

We lost the legendary Tommy Lasorda on Friday. Back in 2002, the Dodgers Hall of Famer joined Nestor to talk about the changing state of baseball after chicks dug the long ball and the sports was drowning in PEDs.
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LOCAL DISCUSSION

My lifer friend (and your favorite cartoonist) who loves the Buffalo Bills

Legendary local sports cartoonist Mike Ricigliano and Nestor have been friends since working together at The News American in 1984. Before the Ravens play in Orchard Park for a chance to move on in 2021, let them tell you about their journey with the Buffalo Bills during the K-Gun halcyon days.

The rituals of Ravens fans during the Festivus indoor home tailgate

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We're used to being at the games. Or having friends over. Or being at an awesome place like Franco's in Catonsville. But what happens when tacos win and wings lose? Anyone else as superstitious about Ravens game day food spreads?

Buffalo has been waiting a long time for Josh Allen

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The voice of Bills John Murphy takes us through how the franchise got from the exit of Rex Ryan to now just two wins away from the Super Bowl.

That time 20 years ago when this Ravens safety broke Tennessee’s heart

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Twenty years later, Ravens postseason hero Anthony Mitchell comes back to Baltimore to talk Lamar and Super Bowl confetti.

To dance – or not to dance – on another team’s logo?

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Luke Jones and Nestor psychoanalyze the latest salvo in the simmering Ravens and Titans feud after the purple defense led by Marcus Peters taunted...

The temperature of Bills this January is not cold

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The snow, wind and cold of Saturday night in Buffalo is part of vibe. Matt Parrino joins Nestor from Syracuse.com to discuss the surging Bills and how Stefan Diggs has changed the offense.

Tasker says Buffalo is ready for Allen to lead Bills to Tampa

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Our favorite special teamer Steve Tasker brings us a Hall of Fame look at the surging Buffalo Bills and Josh Allen in preparation for the Ravens playoff visit to Orchard Park.

Time to give Lamar Jackson some praise after a Ravens playoff win

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Luke Jones and Nestor raise all arms in a "V" to give Lamar – and his teammates and the organization – all praise after the first playoff win of this era for John Harbaugh. We'll be onto Buffalo but not just yet...

Carucci discusses ways Bills can stop Lamar Jackson in Buffalo

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NFL historian Vic Carucci joins Nestor from Buffalo to preview Bills and Ravens on a winter Saturday night in Orchard Park.

That time I vacationed in Buffalo

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Back in 2007, Nestor Aparicio did the 48-hour "Where to Go in Buffalo" video prior to a horrible Ravens loss to the Bills in Orchard Park. At least's Nestor's in North Tonowanda served a legit hot dog. Oh, and the wings were solid as well...

Six former Baltimore County Executives discuss siege on Capitol and future of America

Ted Venetoulis. Don Hutchinson. Dennis Rasmussen. Jim Smith. Don Mohler. All led by Congressman Dutch Ruppersberger on Capitol Hill with a frank and open conversation about the future of America after a White Nationalist assault on democracy. Leadership matters.
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Our ImpeachAPalooza brings Maryland's best political podcasts together to discuss future of America
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Makeda Scott discusses public education in Baltimore County and future for students
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White House photographer Doug Mills talks Trump, images and American Presidential history
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Dutch Ruppersberger joins six Baltimore County Executives for roundtable on Trump and future of USA
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Luke Jones and Nestor discuss ways Ravens can win in Buffalo
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Chris Reihl joins Nestor to discuss reality of hospitality and tourism situation in Baltimore
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Tonya Aiken of Howard County Public Library tells Nestor about virtual Stacks event on February 27
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Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss how the Ravens postseason magic has always worked on the road
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Bill Cole joins Nestor to discuss Ravens Festivus and democracy and citizenship in action
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Steve Tasker brings us a Hall of Fame look at the Buffalo Bills and Josh Allen
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Matt Parrino joins Nestor from Buffalo to discuss temperature of Bills in January
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Legendary sports cartoonist Mike Ricigliano and Nestor talk four decades of friendship and Buffalo
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NFL historian Vic Carucci joins Nestor from Buffalo to preview Bills and Ravens
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Hall of Famer Joe DeLamielleure and Marine veteran B.J. Ganem discuss Bills and pets for soldiers
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Sal Capaccio of Bills Radio joins Nestor to preview a big Saturday night in Buffalo
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Caps historian and Bills fan Ted Starkey talks hockey and Buffalo sports history
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Voice of Bills John Murphy says Buffalo has been waiting a long time for Josh Allen
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Ravens Nashville hero Anthony Mitchell comes back to Baltimore to talk Lamar and Super Bowl confetti
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Lou Weinkam joins Nestor to discuss rituals of Ravens fans during Festivus
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SPORTS

The rituals of Ravens fans during the Festivus indoor home tailgate

We're used to being at the games. Or having friends over. Or being at an awesome place like Franco's in Catonsville. But what happens when tacos win and wings lose? Anyone else as superstitious about Ravens game day food spreads?

Tasker says Buffalo is ready for Allen to lead Bills to Tampa

Our favorite special teamer Steve Tasker brings us a Hall of Fame look at the surging Buffalo Bills and Josh Allen in preparation for the Ravens playoff visit to Orchard Park.

A Ravens playoff win and a coup attempt all in the same week

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Todd Schuler and Nestor discuss an incredible Ravens playoff win – and the future of democracy in America. It's been that kind of week...

Ravens cornerback Peters questionable, but expected to play in divisional round

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Veteran defensive back Marcus Peters has been dealing with a back issue this week.

The temperature of Bills this January is not cold

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The snow, wind and cold of Saturday night in Buffalo is part of vibe. Matt Parrino joins Nestor from Syracuse.com to discuss the surging Bills and how Stefan Diggs has changed the offense.

Roman says early challenges led to “evolution” of Ravens offense

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The offensive coordinator believes this group is now "more equipped" to win in the postseason than last year's record-setting unit.

Bozeman among Ravens hoping for no snow in Buffalo

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"I’ve never played in snow, and big guys in slippery situations are not always a good thing."

Martindale on Buffalo’s Allen: “He knows that there’s going to be pressure”

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The Ravens coordinator said he's not going to deviate from his defense's identity despite the Bills quarterback's success against the blitz.

Hockey and Buffalo and the Caps and a Rich history

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Let Newsday sportswriter and Caps historian Ted Starkey preview us on the NHL season while discussing his years as a Buffalo Bills fan – and front office member.

Ravens looking healthy ahead of divisional playoff clash at Buffalo

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Cornerback Marcus Peters was one of only two players listed as a non-participant on Tuesday.

Test of wills coming between Buffalo quarterback Allen, Ravens defense

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Josh Allen led all NFL quarterbacks in touchdown passes and passing yards against the blitz this season.

Time to give Lamar Jackson some praise after a Ravens playoff win

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Luke Jones and Nestor raise all arms in a "V" to give Lamar – and his teammates and the organization – all praise after the first playoff win of this era for John Harbaugh. We'll be onto Buffalo but not just yet...

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BALTIMORE NEWS

Buffalo has been waiting a long time for Josh Allen

The voice of Bills John Murphy takes us through how the franchise got from the exit of Rex Ryan to now just two wins away from the Super Bowl.

That time I vacationed in Buffalo

Back in 2007, Nestor Aparicio did the 48-hour "Where to Go in Buffalo" video prior to a horrible Ravens loss to the Bills in Orchard Park. At least's Nestor's in North Tonowanda served a legit hot dog. Oh, and the wings were solid as well...

The temperature of Bills this January is not cold

The snow, wind and cold of Saturday night in Buffalo is part of vibe. Matt Parrino joins Nestor from Syracuse.com to discuss the surging Bills and how Stefan Diggs has changed the offense.

A Ravens playoff win and a coup attempt all in the same week

Todd Schuler and Nestor discuss an incredible Ravens playoff win – and the future of democracy in America. It's been that kind of week...

To dance – or not to dance – on another team’s logo?

Luke Jones and Nestor psychoanalyze the latest salvo in the simmering Ravens and Titans feud after the purple defense led by Marcus Peters taunted...

POLITICS

Six former Baltimore County Executives discuss siege on Capitol and future of America

Ted Venetoulis. Don Hutchinson. Dennis Rasmussen. Jim Smith. Don Mohler. All led by Congressman Dutch Ruppersberger on Capitol Hill with a frank and open conversation about the future of America after a White Nationalist assault on democracy. Leadership matters.

A Ravens playoff win and a coup attempt all in the same week

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Ball says coup attempt on Capitol is reminder of division and anger in America

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History and a civics class with Johnny O in the aftermath of insurrection at U.S. Capitol

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Madam Speaker Jones discusses Trump mob coup attack at the United States Capitol

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Pittman provides thoughts from Anne Arundel County on MAGA siege at U.S. Capitol

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BALTIMORE POSITIVE TV

MUSIC CLASSIC

Music

Let loose from the noose…

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So look at me now, I'm just makin' my play...
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Music

George Thorogood moves it on over to chat bourbon, scotch, beer and baseball with Nestor

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Lonesome George was a regular on the I-95 circuit even before Nestor chatted with him as a music critic in the 1980s. This one is more modern. A 2015 visit with the leader of the Delaware Destroyers coming to Pier Six.
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Arts

Legendary guitarist Michael Schenker joins Nestor on eve of MSG tour stop at The Fillmore to discuss legend of UFO and The Scorpions in...

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At some point, Nestor will find the old tape of his late 1980s #AlmostFamous chat with Schenker during the "Anytime" era but this was the grown up lock back at an incredible career as a metal guitar influencer.
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Music

Let them brush your rock and roll hair

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Twisted. Under, sideways, down...
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Celebrities

Former Black Crowes drummer Steve Gorman discusses his incredible brother Jim

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Back in August 2016, the Severna Park native and longtime rock and roll drummer talked about coming to an Orioles game to bring awareness to his brother Jim's MSA (Multiple System Atrophy) diagnosis. This is an incredible story with Morgan State roots and pays tribute to an incredible local life we lost recently.
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Arts

Rocker John Corabi of The Dead Daisies catches up with Nestor on his new band and Ramshead show

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The former Motley Crue voice always likes to mix is his sports and rock and roll.
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BUSINESS

Business

Mayoral candidate Mary Miller discusses pandemic and running for mayor

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The virus changed everything, including the race for the mayor of Baltimore...
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Arts

Showcasing availability and services during pandemic at Enoch Pratt Free Library

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We all have more time to read and learn during this crisis! Let Heidi Daniel tell you what a great library system means to a community...
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Business

Mayor Jack Young gives us his vision of a better Baltimore

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This is the third episode with our Mayor Jack Young. We touched on a lot of issues and beliefs in this hour of conversation about our city and its future. We have only begun to work toward change for our community.
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Business

Tiburzi discusses stadia, soccer, arenas and future of Baltimore Orioles

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It is no secret that the Baltimore Orioles lease with Maryland and Camden Yards expires in 25 months. Now, what is our community going to do to retain its MLB franchise for another 30 years?
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EDUCATION

Community

The power of community schools as told by Principal Battaglia in Curtis Bay

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What is a community school and how do they benefit Baltimore? Don and Nestor asked one local principal who says the concept is truly helping young people in Curtis Bay.
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College Sports

Hrabowski preaches power of science and facts in understanding a pandemic from UMBC

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The impact of COVID on education has been extraordinary. Hear UMBC's venerable leader discuss how its being handled in Catonsville...
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Baltimore Positive Classic

Hrabowski elaborates on the value of education and community involvement in learning

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The grand finale of our three-part chat with UMBC President Freeman Hrabowski is a primer on education and its role in helping a city grow and thrive. Baltimore Positive at its finest here...
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HEALTH

Baltimore Positive Classic

Wen believes we should depoliticize women’s healtchcare in America

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What is the future of health care in America? We asked Dr. Leana Wen what she's learned in her incredible journey from Shanghai to Baltimore...
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Community

Abdalla says Code 3 For Change is addressing COVID downtime and opioid epidemic

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Educating the world about the warning signs of opioid danger in your family and home...
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Business

Alvarez of CCBC Engineering tells tale of local engineering efforts to supply PPE to local hospitals

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Baltimore educators, students and the tech community are doing great things to pitch in during a pandemic
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ARTS

Arts

Showcasing availability and services during pandemic at Enoch Pratt Free Library

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We all have more time to read and learn during this crisis! Let Heidi Daniel tell you what a great library system means to a community...
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Arts

Putting Kansas back on the road again with new singer Ronnie Platt

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It's never easy replacing a singer in a classic rock band but it's even harder for the singer to be accepted by the fans.
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Business

Schmoke tells Nestor and Don what the next mayor of Baltimore needs

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Talking all things marijuana, leadership and running the University of Baltimore during a pandemic
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LEADERSHIP

WNST CLASSIC

Arts

Nils Lofgren talks about Bruce Springsteen calling “audibles” on stage

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Guitarist Nils Lofgren of the E Street Band talks about life with Bruce on stage when he's taking impromptu requests night after night.
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Celebrities

The night that Deion Sanders went PrimeTime from Parkville

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He arrived with Kordell Stewart, refused to sign autographs and had an awesome mink coat. But as you will hear, Prime sat center stage and answered every question from every Ravens fan when he was no longer in the "prime" of his legendary career.
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Arts

Mark Bryan of Hootie and The Blowfish rekindles the Group Therapy bromance of rock and roll tour

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When Darius Rucker and the boys from South Carolina put the band back together in the summer of 2019, the Maryland-bred guitarist checked in with Nestor to talk about life in and out of Hootie.
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Arts

Kansas violinist David Ragsdale joins Nestor to discuss the journey to point of know return

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As they played the Modell Lyric in downtown Baltimore, band members looked back an incredible catalog of music and how to carry on...
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Hall of Fame

A tribute to the late, great Steve Sabol

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The NFL Films icon, pioneer and the "eyes" of football for fans gave Nestor a chance to be on Top 10 so often.
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Celebrities

Back when Derek Jeter checked into Nestor’s show from the World Series

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When the Ravens were new and baseball mattered, the launching pad in Atlanta was the place to be on the night of the Jim Leyritz home run that changed Yankees history.
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Music

Guitarist Mark Bryan tells Nestor about Hootie And The Blowfish hiatus in 2015

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Over the years, the local sports and rock and roll connection of Nestor and Hootie And The Blowfish has led to several visits from the boys from South Carolina via the D.C. burbs. It gives him a chance to crush them about the Redskins.
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Hall of Fame

Brooks talks optimism and hope for the 1997 Orioles – and he was right!

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Opening Day was always a big deal in Baltimore. We spent this one at Bohager's on Eden Street with Number Five talking about the good ole' days of 'dem O's.
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Leadership

That time when Nestor asked Gov. Schaefer to tell him about Bob Irsay and the Colts leaving Baltimore

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The picture is from October 1996 at the Indianapolis airport when Nestor ran into the Governor with Ricig's Bob Irsay dummy on a stick. The conversation is Part Two of a spicy chat with John Moag and Schaefer at The Barn to kickoff the Ravens' second season on 33rd Street at Memorial Stadium.
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Hall of Fame

Back when Ray Lewis and Peter Boulware only dreamed about winning a Super Bowl with Ravens

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Our legendary nights at The Barn back in the 1990s hold some incredible storytelling...
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