THE FEED: Healthy Eating for Friendsgiving, Thanksgiving, and Everything in Between

THE FEED: Healthy Eating for Friendsgiving, Thanksgiving, and Everything in Between

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.  Can we turn calorie dense foods, like mashed potatoes, into a more nutritional option on our Thanksgiving tables? And just how much weight do we really gain over the holidays? Yanissa answers these questions and more on this week’s episode!

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THE FEED: Stress Free Holiday Hosting & Guest Prep

THE FEED: Stress Free Holiday Hosting & Guest Prep

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. The holidays bring joy, but they can also bring some stressful moments. How can we help our guests feel more welcome in our homes? What are some things to keep in mind when serving our family and friends around the table this season? Today we’re talking to Susie about some valuable ideas we can consider for anyone looking to make their Thanksgiving  gatherings memorable and stress-free at home!

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Wednesday November 15, 2023: Shower Multi-Tasker; Annoying Neighbors; Wellness Wednesday

Wednesday November 15, 2023: Shower Multi-Tasker; Annoying Neighbors; Wellness Wednesday

If you dig deep enough into someone’s social media, you’ll find something controversial. Now, a major celebrity friendship maybe at stake over some old tweets! (:30)

Self-checkout is a widely used but controversial part of the shopping experience, but now it may finally be going away for good! (3:27)

Lots of people are picky eaters as children, but if you refuse to try new foods as an adult, that’s all I need to know about you! (7:28)

Do you multi-task when you take a shower? Anna was shocked when she saw how many people do it, and she just wants to know how! (11:09)

Anna has three crazy news stories but Raven can only pick one! Today his options are; a fake tattoo, a Fed Ex crisis of conscience; and a horse on a plane! (17:49)

Have you ever lived next to a ridiculous neighbor? Raven has been all fired up over a guy at the end of the road who just can’t keep it tidy! (21:14)

Many people have emotional support animals, but Anna read an article recently that revealed that emotional support can even come with it’s own playset! (28:30)

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 new Christmas song that nobody wanted! (32:19)

Tommy and Chelsea have hosted Thanksgiving at their home for the last decade. This past weekend, Chelsea’s new sister-in-law reached out because she would like to host this year at her new home. (She married her husband, Tommy’s brother, last year) Chelsea is upset. She hosts every year, and she has both sides of the family at their home. She wants to tell her that she’s not giving up her holiday. Tommy says that they have to pass the torch, you can’t claim a holiday forever. Chelsea says you can’t make holiday changes a week before a holiday! What do you think? (36:25)

Paige has got a shot at $600! All she has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia! (45:41)

THE FEED: We Gather, They Cook!

THE FEED: We Gather, They Cook!

Each Tuesday, Kevin and Jenna talk about all things food in Connecticut with Alex from CT FoodGirly. Thanksgiving gatherings are in full swing, but what happens when you don’t have the time (or energy) to cook? Alex has some great local spots in mind that will be more than happy to feed you and a your group this holiday season!

Take Out:
Cafe Amici, located in Hamden

Bear’s Smokehouse, located in New Haven, Hartford and Windsor

Seasonal Catering out of Milford

Max Catering of West Hartford

Dine In:
Shell & Bones in New Haven

Stonebridge Restaurant in Milford

The Wharf Restaurant in Madison

Capital Grill located in Hartford and Stamford

The Madison Beach Hotel and their restaurant, The Wharf

Water’s Edge Resort and Spa in Westbrook

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Tuesday November 14, 2023: Mandatory Playdates; Singin in the Plane; Micro Cheating

Tuesday November 14, 2023: Mandatory Playdates; Singin in the Plane; Micro Cheating

This Friday will be National Unfriend Day! Normally Anna thinks that these made up days are nonsense, but this one she might participate in… (:30)

Ozempic has been a controversial drug, with a laundry list of possible negative side effects. But according to Dr. Jennifer Wider, some of the pros may outweigh the cons! (3:58)

Speakerphone is necessary in some situations but if you always use speakerphone in public, that’s all I need to know about you! (7:40)

Are you familiar with “micro-cheating”? Anna read an entire article about it and it’s hard to know where the line between right and wrong is! (11:40)

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 evolution of Chuck E. Cheese! (15:24)

What do you call the big metal thing that you put your groceries in at the grocery store? This may seem incredibly obvious, but Anna recently realized that people have lots of different names for it! (19:12)

Are you a bad parent if you don’t schedule playdates for your kids every weekend? Anna came across a post that seemed to insinuate it, and now she’s feeling conflicted… (22:36)

Is it ever in poor taste to share your talent with the world? What if you were in an airplane? Anna and Raven couldn’t stop laughing when they read this story and they want everyone to get involved! (30:20)

Cody and Cara have a ten-year-old daughter that loves to wear make-up. She is in fifth grade. She has been begging her parents to let her wear make-up to school, and Cara thinks it’s okay. She does it tastefully, not over the top, and if it gives her confidence and she feels pretty, why not? Cody thinks that their daughter is still a child, and wearing make-up, in public, this early is a terrible look for them as a parents. (38:21)

Mike has got a shot at $500! Can he beat Raven in pop culture trivia and claim the prize? (46:50)

THE FEED: A Big Change for the Thanksgiving High School Games

THE FEED: A Big Change for the Thanksgiving High School Games

Every Monday in The Feed Kevin and Jenna talk to The Ump Vin Sarullo about everything going on in Connecticut sports. Today, Vin brings updates on recent scores and stats from teams in towns like Shelton and Trumbull, and he shares details about changes coming to the high school football season that can effect the big Thanksgiving Day games! 

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Monday November 13, 2023: Bump in the Night; Duct Tape; Winter Coat Pocket

Monday November 13, 2023: Bump in the Night; Duct Tape; Winter Coat Pocket

The media has been obsessed with Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, so it came as no surprise to Anna when she heard a story about their holiday itinerary! (:30)

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 best and worst case example of celebrity PDA! (3:19)

Zoom has been a part of working life for years now, so if you still forget to clean up your background on a zoom meeting, that’s all I need to know about you! (7:14)

Did you have a dumb argument this weekend?  Anna and her teen daughter had an argument that Anna easily won! (11:01)

Have you ever heard a spooky sound in your house?  Anna and Raven are going to try and guess what it is! (15:01)

Is there something in your life that is literally held together with duct tape? Anna read a stat on how many people rely on duct tape to keep their basic necessities together! (22:18)

What did you find in your winter coat when you put it on for the first time this season? Anna found something that might have gotten her arrested! (28:41)

Kelly’s boss asked her to babysit his children one night and she said yes. Her husband, Tucker, thinks it’s a sign of disrespect that he would ask her. Tucker feels like he just assumed Kelly babysits because she’s young (24) and if she wants to prove herself to be a valuable member of the corporate office, then babysitting the boss’s kids isn’t the way to do it. She doesn’t see anything wrong with it and they could always use the extra cash. What do you think? (35:48)

Mora has got a shot at $400! All she has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia! (44:56)

THE FEED: A Trendy Cookie Grand Opening and a Visit From Pinkalicious

THE FEED: A Trendy Cookie Grand Opening and a Visit From Pinkalicious

Every Friday in The Feed Kevin and Jenna talk to Megan from CampByMama.com about all the great things to do in Connecticut with the family.

1. Crumbl Cookies opens in Stamford this wknd! Celebrate the Grand Opening. Giveaway one lucky winner will receive a PARTY BOX! 1131 High Ridge Rd, Stamford.

2. Author Victoria Kann of Pinkalicious visits New Canaan library Nov 11th 3-4pm. She will read one of her books! Children can make their own Pinkalicious crowns, a sweet treat will be served and Kann will take questions and sign her books.

3. Teddy Bear Story Hour with Jenny at Coffee For Good in Greenwich Saturday November 11 @ 8:00 am. Roll out of bed and join in your pjs.

4. EcoFest Westport’s Sustainable Holiday Fair
Saturday November 11 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm. The fair includes food, kids crafts, gifts to buy, a thrift store.

5. Dive into the enchanting world of “Finding Nemo Jr” at Saxe Middle School in New Canaan Saturday 1pm and 4pm showtimes.

Megan’s Mom Quote: Not to brag or anything but I can forget what I’m doing while I’m doing it. 

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THE FEED: HELLO HYDRATION!

THE FEED: HELLO HYDRATION!

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 dehydration happens well before we experience thirst? Also, there are more sources for hydration than just water! Yanissa has all the details.

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WATCH: Anna & Raven Goodwill Trick or Treat Day

WATCH: Anna & Raven Goodwill Trick or Treat Day

Another awesome Anna & Raven Goodwill Trick or Treat Day 🎃👻 We had so much fun getting spooky and kicking off Halloween at the Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater

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