Friday December 8, 2023: Raven Twerking; Plum Ham; Mommy’s Margarita Friday

Friday December 8, 2023: Raven Twerking; Plum Ham; Mommy’s Margarita Friday

Name calling can be really hurtful for young kids, but when Anna’s younger daughter came home upset after being called a name, Anna was unsure if this name was even a mean thing to say! (1:00)

It can be tough to tell if someone has had work done sometimes! After rumors started about a major celebrity’s plastic surgery, Anna and Raven decided to talk to plastic surgeon Dr. Jim Romanelli to get the scoop! (5:09)

Fast food can be a nice treat but if you think that it’s better than a home cooked meal, that’s all I need to know about you! (8:34)

Ham is one of the most popular dishes served at Christmas time, but is there any way to add your own flair to it? Chef Plum from The Food Network has some tips on how to make this holiday classic your own! (12:14)

The Santa Tipline has returned! Call 855-785-4101 and leave Santa a voicemail about who has been naughty and who has been nice. Anna and Raven will play the funniest messages on the air! (15:50)

Are you up to date on this week’s biggest new stories? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on what’s trending, including the new spin off of a classic fast food restaurant! (19:14)

Kendall’s brother has been staying with them since his girlfriend threw him out three months ago. He lost his job last year and hasn’t been able to find a new job. Kendall’s husband, Marcus, wants him to be gone after the holidays. He’s afraid that he has no motivation to leave, especially since he doesn’t pay any money to them for rent and gets free meals. Kendall thinks her brother is just going through a rough patch. He doesn’t bother them, the kids love having their uncle there, he even watches the kids when they need him to- plus, he has nowhere to go. When he’s ready, he’ll leave, she doesn’t want to give him a timeline. What do you think? (22:44)

It’s the 12 Tasks of Christmas!  Every day, Anna and Raven pick a new holiday task for a member of the show to perform!  Today’s task has got Raven shaking what his mama gave him! (32:29)

What are your predictions for football Sunday? Anna doesn’t know what she’s talking about, but 10-year-old Arabelle might know a thing or two! (36:05)

Alicia has got a shot at $2100! All she has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia! (39:26)

It’s time for Mommy’s Margarita Friday!  Moms (and Dads) share all the crazy things that their kids have put them through this week that have definitely earned them a margarita! (43:25)

THE FEED: Tis the Season for Self-Care

THE FEED: Tis the Season for Self-Care

Every Thursday in The Feed Kevin and Jenna chat with an expert about all things health and wellness. This week we chat with Registered Dietician Nutritionist Yanissa Marte, of @yanissamarterd. Did you know that clutter can contribute to higher stress levels? Today, Yanissa has all the tips on how we can practice self-care and decompress during one of the most wonderful (albeit stressful) times of the year! 

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Anna’s Wreath Dilemma

Anna’s Wreath Dilemma

Anna’s friend ordered her wreath that was accidentally delivered to her old house. Raven thinks she should steal it back, Anna thinks it’s her own fault and wants to take it as a loss, what do you think? Find out in the podcast!

Thursday December 7, 2023: Shopping Stories; Anna’s Wreath Heist; Producer Jon’s Christmas Song

Thursday December 7, 2023: Shopping Stories; Anna’s Wreath Heist; Producer Jon’s Christmas Song

There’s nothing wrong with using a fake Christmas tree, but do you ever wash it? It had never occurred to Anna before and it made her wonder what else never gets washed… (1:00)

The holiday season is a prime time for online shopping scams! Anna and Raven spoke to Melanie McGovern from the Better Business Bureau to get some tips on how to avoid getting scammed! (4:20)

Video or Zoom lessons are sometimes necessary, but if you think it’s better than learning it in person, that’s all I need to know about you! (8:10)

It’s the 12 Tasks of Christmas!  Every day, Anna and Raven pick a new holiday task for a member of the show to perform!  Today’s task has got Producer Jon doing what he does best! (11:08)

What’s the wildest thing you’ve seen while holiday shopping? Anna became the unexpected center of attention when she went shopping in Walmart with her family! (14:20)

Is it really stealing if the object in question already belongs to you? Anna is having a situation with a wreath, and Raven thinks she needs to just grab it! (21:50)

The Santa Tipline has returned! Call 855-785-4101 and leave Santa a voicemail about who has been naughty and who has been nice. Anna and Raven will play the funniest messages on the air! (29:41)

Anna has three crazy news stories but Raven can only pick one! Today his options are; a mystery Santa, a side hustle that ended with two arrests, and the reason you should never throw a burrito! (32:15)

Conner and Alexis host Christmas at their home and they have a huge family. Between 40 and 50 each year. Connor’s mother (that she describes as a crunchy 70-something yoga instructor) suggested they have a “United Nations Potluck” where everyone brings different dishes representing all different countries. Alexis is not into this, as the host she feels like it puts unnecessary stress on her guests, she won’t be able to monitor if there’s enough food, and she feels a holiday like Christmas isn’t an “experiment” holiday. Conner thinks she’s being difficult for no reason, it’s a fun idea that his mom had, just run with it. What do you think? (35:33)

Matt has got a shot at $2000! All he has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia! (44:18)

THE FEED: Holiday Home Maintenance Tips for a Cozy December

THE FEED: Holiday Home Maintenance Tips for a Cozy December

Every Wednesday, Kevin and Jenna talk to a local expert about the things that make our lives easier, from home improvement to DIY to parenting. This week we chat with Home Expert Susie Calabrese of @susiecal_CT. Get your home ready for the holidays with Susie’s December home tips! She’s got the inside scoop on festive decorating and cozy winter preparation to ensure your home is warm, inviting, and in top shape, both indoors and outdoors

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The Leaf Blower Debate

The Leaf Blower Debate

Are gas-powered leaf blowers really that distracting? Raven put Anna to the test by seeing if she could get through some reads while he used a leaf blower.

Wednesday December 6, 2023: Leaf Blower Debate; House Guest Rules; Wellness Wednesday

Wednesday December 6, 2023: Leaf Blower Debate; House Guest Rules; Wellness Wednesday

A woman is going viral for a theory she has come up with, but is she just looking for clicks, or is she onto something? (:15)

They are saying the best time to start your New Year Resolution is right now. Why though? Apparently, you might have a better succession rate if you do! (3:22)

If you are an adult who does this to stay relevant, that’s all I need to know about you! (7:12)

The Anna & Raven Santa Tip Line is back! You can call Santa anytime at 855-785-4101 and let him know who’s been naughty or nice this year and hear your message to Santa with Anna & Raven. (10:46)

Should gas leaf blowers be banned? Some people think so due to its impact on the environment. Raven decided to test it out… (14:04)

The Twelve Tasks of Christmas continues! Today, we put Raven’s nose to the test. Can he guess the names correctly of these holiday themed candles? (17:08)

What are the do’s and don’ts of having house guests over? Raven has a friend who is going to be visiting, and believes he needs to lay down some rules. (20:18)

Are you up to date on this week’s biggest news stories? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on what’s trending, including a list of the most powerful women on Earth! (27:31)

Does your kid smell? Anna’s five-year-old’s feet can get really stinky and according to Dr. Jennifer Wider, there may be a specific reason! (31:26)

Peter and Jenna have a 12-year-old son that plays a lot of recreation sports and has a collection of participation trophies. Admittingly, he isn’t very athletic, but he does try. Peter was an all-star college athlete and has started displaying his “real” trophies to encourage his son to try harder so he can excel in sports too. Jenna thinks this is obnoxious, it’s basically a slap in her son’s face saying that he isn’t good enough. Peter disagrees, it’s inspiration to not give up and to keep trying. What do you think? (35:16)

Maritza has got a shot at $1900! All she has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia! (43:16)

THE FEED: Dinner Destinations After a Night of Holiday Lights

THE FEED: Dinner Destinations After a Night of Holiday Lights

Each Tuesday, Kevin and Jenna talk about all things food in Connecticut with Alex from CT FoodGirly. Check out the spots CT FoodGirly has in mind that are perfect for dinner after a night of visiting the local holiday light displays:

– Branford, CT has their Sip N Stroll this Thursday from 12-8pm. If you want to
keep the night going with your friends, you can stop into Home Restaurant, this
is your comfort food, local cocktails, warm atmosphere space, they just released
their winter menu, so a lot of good things are coming out of Home. There also is
Mi Bella, which is a small italian restaurant right on the Branford Green, great
appetizers here. We also have 1928 Cocktail Club, so you can grab really
delicious drinks in this fun atmosphere spot, great for the girls and also right on
the green. We also have DarBar India for great food, Doma for an italian meal
and Pasta Cosi as well.

– New Haven has the Fantasy of Lights, which is a beautiful light display at
Lighthouse Park. If you drive through this event and need some dinner after or
before, you can check out Transilvania Restaurant and Bar which is a great
Romanian restaurant. There is also one of my favorites, Bistro Mediterranean
Tapas Bar. Their brussel sprout and truffle salad is to die for. There is also
DePalma’s, great pizza, and Aniello’s Pizza and Italian Restaurant.

– In Fairfield, there is a trademark called the Wonderland at Roseville, which is an
incredible light display at a single house that is literally decorated head to toe
with beautiful lights. The best part is that they raise money for the Shriners
Children hospitals. There is a great restaurant near this house called Puerto
Vallarta, with awesome Mexican food and drinks. There is Geronimo’s Tequila
Bar & Colony Grill over there as well and a Mecha Noodle Bar if you want
some yummy Ramen and dumplings.

– Lastly, there is Glow Hartford at the Connecticut Convention Center. This is a
great festival for the kids, with interactive light gardens, photos with Santa and a
festive holiday market and live entertainment daily. It’s been open since
November 18th and closes on December 23rd. Now there are so many delicious
restaurants in this area, we have The Capital Grille, a fine dining steakhouse,
Sorella, a relaxed italian restaurant with homemade pasta and brick-oven pizzas,
Trumbull Kitchen, Max Downtown, Social Republic and so many more. You
can’t go wrong in Hartford after the Glow Hartford light display.

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