Monday, January 18, 2021

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Luke Jones

Twelve Ravens thoughts following 2020 draft

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Marlon Humphrey's fifth-year option for 2021 being exercised was always elementary.
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Free The Birds

Chapter 5: The Orioles and Colts weren’t the only teams that mattered

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Nestor admits to "cheating" on the local teams with the Oilers, Phillies and Padres as a kid...
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Luke Jones

WWE champion Rollins leaves mark on Baltimore this weekend

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BALTIMORE -- Rookie Mike Wright was the story of the day for the Orioles, but he wasn't the only one to leave his mark on Sunday as WWE World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins had a full schedule in Baltimore. Before...
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Nestor Aparicio

I always had great Eck-spectations for my best pal and Dundalk wrestling hero Kevin Eck

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It’s been an emotional week for me on many levels with more big news forthcoming about WNST.net and its future, so please allow me a little space today to write a very personal blog that comes from the heart. Kevin...
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Nestor Aparicio

Bruno Sammartino dinner is postponed

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For all of you fellow 1970's WWWF fans, I've got some good news and bad news. Earlier this week Bruno Sammartino's wife had an emergency knee replacement and he called me two days ago and asked if we could reschedule...
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How my Pop and his love of baseball created WNST

Happy 91st Birthday to the “real” creator of WNST

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Dear Pop: Happy 91st birthday!!! I know you might be used to me doing the radio show dedicated to you every year here on March 5th but this year I’m “off” the radio (the listeners call it “retirement” and I...
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Nestor Aparicio

Wrestling manager & legend Capt. Lou Albano dead at 76

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It's a little hard to write about death on my 41st birthday and I haven't been blogging much lately because I've been in overwhelm running WNST, but the death of wrestling manager Capt. Lou Albano is certainly one more...
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Nestor Aparicio

Do you love Ric Flair? Whooooo!

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If you love Slick Ric as much as I do, you'll enjoy (or want to vomit) at the sight of this commercial from the North Carolina lottery. It's either thoroughly enjoyable or pathetic...you make the call: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7OnB_jalI4U
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Luke Jones

5 W's and 1 H

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The first half is in the books, and the Orioles are right where most of us thought they would be---last place and out of contention. While it's certainly been frustrating watching the Orioles' inconsistent play, the club has also provided...
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Luke Jones

5 W’s and 1 H

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The first half is in the books, and the Orioles are right where most of us thought they would be---last place and out of contention. While it's certainly been frustrating watching the Orioles' inconsistent play, the club has also provided...
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Griffin, three other veterans waived as Ravens make 11 reserve-future signings

Veteran quarterback Robert Griffin III was already scheduled to become a free agent in March.
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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Luke Jones

Twelve Ravens thoughts following playoff defeat at Buffalo

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Wink Martindale’s defense deserved much better after allowing only 10 points against Josh Allen and that explosive Bills offense.
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Luke Jones

Familiar problems coupled with unexpected miscues sink Ravens in end

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One by one, the issues resurfaced for a Baltimore offense that had seemingly hit its stride over these last six weeks.
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Community

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

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Our ElectionPalooza crew has reassembled to discuss the future of America. Don Mohler and Nestor host Lucinda Ware, Tom Coale, Candace Dodson-Reed, Marc Steiner and Damian O'Doherty as we talk through the most turbulent week of our lifetime in this country.
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Community

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

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As we continue discussing the challenges of the pandemic on parents and schools and teachers, Board Chair Makeda Scott joins us to tackle wi-fi, remote learning and lessons learned.
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American Presidential history through the genius lens of a Pulitzer-winning eye

White House photographer Doug Mills focuses on four decades of chronicling Presidents with insider storytelling that will make you glad you spent time with this one. From Trump calling him a genius to the iconic image of Bush learning of 9/11 and playing horseshoes with his father and sharing Christmas Eve with the Reagans.

AUDIO VAULT

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Dutch Ruppersberger joins party of six Baltimore County Executives for roundtable on Trump, sedition, democracy and future of America

Dutch Ruppersberger joins party of six Baltimore County Executives for roundtable on Trump, sedition, democracy and future of America
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Legendary sports cartoonist Mike Ricigliano and Nestor talk four decades of friendship and Buffalo Bills memories

Legendary sports cartoonist Mike Ricigliano and Nestor talk four decades of friendship and Buffalo Bills memories
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Caps historian and Bills fan Ted Starkey talks hockey and Buffalo sports history

Caps historian and Bills fan Ted Starkey talks hockey and Buffalo sports history
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NFL historian Vic Carucci joins Nestor from Buffalo to preview Bills and Ravens

NFL historian Vic Carucci joins Nestor from Buffalo to preview Bills and Ravens
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Matt Parrino joins Nestor from Buffalo to discuss temperature of Bills in January

Matt Parrino joins Nestor from Buffalo to discuss temperature of Bills in January
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LOCAL DISCUSSION

Hockey and Buffalo and the Caps and a Rich history

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.

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

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Our ElectionPalooza crew has reassembled to discuss the future of America. Don Mohler and Nestor host Lucinda Ware, Tom Coale, Candace Dodson-Reed, Marc Steiner and Damian O'Doherty as we talk through the most turbulent week of our lifetime in this country.

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?

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...

Ravens are no strangers reaching for Tampa on the road route

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Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss how the Ravens postseason magic has always worked on the road. So far, so good in Nashville. Now, can Lamar Jackson continue his magic in Buffalo?

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.

American Presidential history through the genius lens of a Pulitzer-winning eye

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White House photographer Doug Mills focuses on four decades of chronicling Presidents with insider storytelling that will make you glad you spent time with this one. From Trump calling him a genius to the iconic image of Bush learning of 9/11 and playing horseshoes with his father and sharing Christmas Eve with the Reagans.

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.

When Ravens Festivus and the future of democracy collide

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Local C.E.O. Bill Cole joins Nestor to discuss how the Ravens' postseason ride and the unrest in our country have kept us all occupied during a plague.

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.

American Presidential history through the genius lens of a Pulitzer-winning eye

White House photographer Doug Mills focuses on four decades of chronicling Presidents with insider storytelling that will make you glad you spent time with this one. From Trump calling him a genius to the iconic image of Bush learning of 9/11 and playing horseshoes with his father and sharing Christmas Eve with the Reagans.

SPORTS

Andrews: “Things didn’t fall in the right direction at the right time” for Ravens

The standout tight end credited the Buffalo defense for keeping the Ravens out of rhythm for much of the night in the 17-3 divisional-round loss.

Twelve Ravens thoughts following playoff defeat at Buffalo

Wink Martindale’s defense deserved much better after allowing only 10 points against Josh Allen and that explosive Bills offense.

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?

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.

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...

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.

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...

Harbaugh speaks after Ravens lose Jackson, fall 17-3 to Buffalo to end their season

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Taron Johnson's 101-yard interception return for a touchdown late in the third quarter all but sealed the win for the Bills.

When Ravens Festivus and the future of democracy collide

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Local C.E.O. Bill Cole joins Nestor to discuss how the Ravens' postseason ride and the unrest in our country have kept us all occupied during a plague.

Familiar problems coupled with unexpected miscues sink Ravens in end

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One by one, the issues resurfaced for a Baltimore offense that had seemingly hit its stride over these last six weeks.

Judon on season-ending loss to Buffalo: “It’s hard to go out like this”

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The Pro Bowl outside linebacker recorded a strip-sack for a Ravens defense that allowed only 10 points against the explosive Bills offense.

Elias, Perez speak on Orioles international signing class

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The class includes the first two seven-figure international signings in club history.

DENNIS KOULATSOS

BILL COLE

LEONARD RASKIN

TODD SCHULER

BALTIMORE NEWS

Hockey and Buffalo and the Caps and a Rich history

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.

American Presidential history through the genius lens of a Pulitzer-winning eye

White House photographer Doug Mills focuses on four decades of chronicling Presidents with insider storytelling that will make you glad you spent time with this one. From Trump calling him a genius to the iconic image of Bush learning of 9/11 and playing horseshoes with his father and sharing Christmas Eve with the Reagans.

Sizing up Saturday night: Ravens and Bills provide contrasts

Sal Capaccio of Bills Radio joins Nestor to preview a big Saturday night in Buffalo. Josh Allen. Lamar Jackson. Two teams trying to earn an AFC Championship Game berth in Orchard Park.

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...

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.

POLITICS

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

Our ElectionPalooza crew has reassembled to discuss the future of America. Don Mohler and Nestor host Lucinda Ware, Tom Coale, Candace Dodson-Reed, Marc Steiner and Damian O'Doherty as we talk through the most turbulent week of our lifetime in this country.

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

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American Presidential history through the genius lens of a Pulitzer-winning eye

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When Ravens Festivus and the future of democracy collide

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

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

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MUSIC CLASSIC

Music

It was long ago, seems like yesterday…

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I heard it said somewhere that one day all good things come to an end...
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Arts

Nils Lofgren comes up for The Rising with Springsteen chat in Spring 2003

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It is always a pleasure to talk rock and roll, sports and life in the great rock and roll band in the world with the great Maryland native and one time "Bullets Fever" author. Life in E Street with the affable Lofgren.
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Music

Climbing the highest mountain

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And you give yourself away...
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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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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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Arts

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

Business

Finding gratitude amidst pandemic holiday madness

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The election fallout and recent COVID lockdowns have created tough emotions but Todd Schuler and Nestor try to find the blessings with the turkey and cranberry as Thanksgiving approaches.
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Business

Chessare and Frazee discuss role of hospitals locally and GBMC

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What is the role of General Assembly in helping hospitals across Maryland? We went to Annapolis to learn...
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Business

Cass says Ravens are ready to compete on and off the field in Baltimore

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It's football season in Baltimore and Ravens president Dick Cass tells local fans why they should be excited about NFL season and what it means to our community
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Baltimore Positive Classic

Van Hollen tells us why America needs to get tougher on assault weapons

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In wake of more gun violence in America, our Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen joined us for a spirited conversation about guns, America and the state of Congress in a world of Trump
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EDUCATION

Baltimore Positive Classic

Wen tells American dream of girl from Shanghai becoming a doctor

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What is the American dream? We asked Dr. Leana Wen to tell us her journey from China to the United States...
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Business

Lamenting the long road back to normal after this pandemic

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Don and Nestor are trying to make sense of all of this change and what it means for Baltimore, the election and the future of our country
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Community

Hanna tells how Hopkins lacrosse and teaching led to inspiration for Next One Up

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Transforming the lives of young men in Baltimore City by supporting and advancing their academic, athletic and social development.
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HEALTH

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

The freeze squeeze on Juice

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If you need some inspiration during these trying times, let Stephanie Chall update you on how O.J. Brigance is doing during COVID and how the Brigade is holiday fundraising for ALS patients.
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Business

Lawrence and Stallings explain importance of luring best young doctors to Maryland

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The best hospitals have the best doctors and nurses. How can Annapolis help?
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ARTS

Arts

Hutchinson tells us the animals at the Maryland Zoo missed people during COVID shutdown

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And, yes, the former Baltimore County Executive was happy to talk some politics and solutions with us as well...
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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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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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LEADERSHIP

WNST CLASSIC

Hall of Fame

That night Dave Winfield dropped by The Barn on Nestor’s 5th Anniversary

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Crabs. Parkville. Live radio shows. Batman on the wing waiting to open the dance floor. And in walks a Hall of Famer before the Tops In Sports banquet. Listen in...
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Journalism & Media

John Steadman and Nestor discuss history of Baltimore football at The Barn

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Nestor treasures every one of these conversations with his mentor and the legend of Baltimore sportswriting. From Colts to Ravens, indeed...
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Celebrities

Rob Halford discusses four decades of Judas Priest with nothing to lose at all

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Rob Halford discusses four decades of Judas Priest with nothing to lose at all. And Nestor shares memories of the night when a 17-year old #AlmostFamous version of himself was treated with kindness by the legend.
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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

The night that Lawrence Taylor and Buddy Ryan dropped by The Barn

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During the 1997 NFL season, Nestor Aparicio hosted a national television show every week with two legends at Sheffield Studios. He convinced them to drop by his live show one Monday night...
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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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Arts

Lead singer of Kansas Ronnie Platt joins Nestor again to discuss the Point of Know Return

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When classic rock bands stay on the road and change members, sometimes it can be bumpy. This is an incredible tale of a band that Nestor discovered at "Leftoverture"...
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Arts

Marc Roberge of O.A.R. talks Redskins, Merriweather and being a Maryland guy

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Of A Revolution was visiting Radio Row at the Miami Super Bowl in 2010 and local music is always better. Anyone ever seen O.A.R....
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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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Celebrities

That time when Nestor got together with Bill Murray

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True fact: Orioles pitcher Rick Sutcliffe and the world's most legendary man were close friends. Murray came to Camden Yards a lot in the early days and hung out in the clubhouse. He was from Chicago. Nestor's name was Aparicio. The request was John Winger from the "Chicks dig me" speech in Stripes. We were mutts...
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