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Tuesday November 28th, 2023: Video Games; Christmas Tree Nightmares; Confiscated Luggage

Ever have a dream you were dating someone famous? Anna has been having a weird dream about being married to a very specific celebrity. (0:15)

Senior Vice President of Entertainment Software Association, Aubrey Quinn joins Anna & Raven to talk about video games and if they are the perfect gift for your child this holiday. (3:46)

If you steal this off someone’s car, that’s all I need to know about you! (7:49)

What do Walmart and Giving Tuesday have in common? They are both trending right now! (11:11)

A woman has gone viral because of what she found in her Christmas Tree. Have you ever had a Christmas Tree nightmare? (14:41)

Couples Court: Alex and Andrea have been dating for two years and just moved in together. Andrea thinks it’s odd that he hung a picture of his ex-girlfriend in their family room. She passed away eight years ago, and he says it’s just a way to remember and honor her. Andrea thinks it’s out of place now, it was understandable when it was his own home, but now that they’re living together, she finds it uncomfortable. Is Andrea being insensitive or is she right? (22:45)

What is and what isn’t allowed on your carry on when traveling? (31:30)

Does Shay have what it takes to beat Raven and win the $1,300 jackpot?! How many questions would you have answered correctly?! (38:54)

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! (42:27)

“Authentic” is the 2023 word of the year, but we have some thoughts about it.. (45:17)

THE FEED: Winter Sports Preview & Drama Under The Lights

Every Monday in The Feed Kevin and Jenna talk to The Ump Vin Sarullo about everything going on in Connecticut sports. Today Vin gives us his preview on what teams are going to be favored this winter in high school sports like basketball and hockey. Then we discuss the big debate causing drama for some towns in CT lately about using lights on the fields for night games.

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Anna & Raven’s Weekend Wrap Up!

Here is what everyone on the show did over the Holiday weekend! What did you get into?!

The Hottest Toys This Year

Still at a loss about what to get some of the kids on your Christmas list? Anna and Raven spoke to Laurie Schacht from The Toy Insider to get the scoop on the most popular gifts this holiday season!

Monday November 27, 2023: Ruin Your Thanksgiving; Credit Due; Santa Tipline

If you were worried about your neighbor, would you call in a wellness check? Raven is having this problem right now, but he’s not sure what the right thing to do is… (:15)

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 the reason nobody will get any work done today! (3:34)

Opening one or two is nice, but if you open all your presents on Christmas Eve, that’s all I need to know about you! (6:39)

Did you have a dumb argument this weekend? Raven had a debate with his wife over their neighbor’s use of white lights! (10:18)

Did you do something nice for someone over the weekend, but they didn’t give you any credit? Or did someone do something nice for you, but you forgot to thank them? Anna and Raven will give you the credit due! (14:21)

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! (22:16)

What toys are you getting for your kids this holiday season? If you’re having trouble deciding, Laurie Schacht from Toy Insider has got some ideas! (25:25)

Did something ruin your Thanksgiving? Anna and Raven got a call from someone who had an old flame show up to the holiday feast! (29:24)

Chris and Taylor are on a “break”. Chris thinks they should be able to date others while they’re on the break to see if they’re really meant to be together. Taylor disagrees. She says that a “break” is about reevaluating their relationship and still being faithful to one another before they make future decisions. (Yes, this very much seems like a Friends episode if you ask us!) What do you think? (36:47)

Sabrina has got a shot at $1200! All she has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia! (44:45)

KEVIN AND JENNA: Battle of the Sides (A Stuffing Saga)

Kevin and Jenna face off in a epic Thanksgiving Battle of the Sides! This year’s challenge is: Elevated Boxed Stuffing. It will all come down to a blind taste-test by some very opinionated judges!

Will Kevin’s twist on a classic recipe win the vote, or can Jenna’s craving-inspired stuffing take home the title?

THE FEED: Let’s Take the Guess Work out of Guest Work!

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. If you’re gearing up to host Thanksgiving and aiming for that perfect vibe, let’s revisit a couple of reminders.

Susie gives tips on keeping kids entertained while the turkey is roasting and offers ways to make the football-watching experience fun for all guests (even the least-involved football fan)! She also shares details about the person who is the biggest inspiration behind the way she and her family celebrates Thanksgiving!

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A Drama Class Re-Do

Producer Sean said he didn’t care enough about his final project in drama class while in High School, so we gave him the chance to re-do it!

Dealing With Holiday Stress

Holiday stress hitting you early? Dr. Jennifer Wider has some ways you can cope with it all.

Wednesday November 22, 2023: Santa Tipline Returns; Kids Cook A Turkey; Unique Sides

If you could have Thanksgiving dinner with one TV family, which would it be? Anna wants a wholesome experience, but Producer Sean got really dark! (:30)

The holidays are here and if you’re feeling stressed, Dr. Jennifer Wider has got some tips for Anna and Raven on how to keep your cool this season! (3:52)

The holidays always happen on the same day every year, so if you’re always late, that’s all I need to know about you! (7:49)

What unique sides does your family have on Thanksgiving? Producer Jon’s family eats something which sounds absolutely disgusting, yet oddly delicious… (10:54)

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! (17:10)

Things can get a little crazy during Thanksgiving dinner, but Etiquette expert Karen Thomas has some tips to deal with unruly family members! (20:44)

What are your predictions for the games tomorrow? Anna doesn’t know what she’s talking about, but 10-year-old Cooper definitely knows a thing or two! (24:19)

28% of people admit that they don’t know how to cook a turkey, so Anna and Raven decided to ask some kids about how to prepare the Thanksgiving bird! (27:23)

Preparing Thanksgiving dinner can be stressful, but Sue from The Butterball Hotline is here to answer Anna and Raven’s burning questions! (30:44)

Andrew and Gianna have a nine-year-old daughter who is very good at gymnastics. They would like to send her to an elite gymnastics’ academy but it’s very expensive. Andrew says they should ask their family to not give her Christmas gifts this year, instead give them money towards the gymnastics academy. Gianna says it’s not fair to their daughter that she won’t get regular gifts and basically, it’s a family Go Fund Me for their child. As the parents, it should be their responsibility to fit the bill even if it’ll be a struggle. What do you think? (34:15)

Ryan has got a shot at $1100! All he has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia! (42:15)