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)
THE FEED: HOW DOES A CT FOOD INFLUENCER CELEBRATE THANKSGIVING?
Ever wonder what a food influencer brings to Thanksgiving? Each Tuesday, Kevin and Jenna talk about all things food in Connecticut with Alex from CT FoodGirly. Today, Alex shares the best spots to celebrate the biggest party night of the year: Thanksgiving Eve! She also brings us into what Thanksgiving with her family looks like, and her favorite Thanksgiving-food based tradition.
Thanksgiving Eve in Connecticut from CT FoodGirly:
– Dockside Brewery is having a thanksgiving eve party starting at 8pm and it is 80’s vibe
themed. They have a DJ, photo booth, an 80s costume contest and themed cocktails for
the night with free entry. I’m headed here next Thursday for a cocktail party with some
other food influencers and I’m super excited to check out their new lodge space.
– Also in Milford, the Stonebridge Restaurant is having a country style themed party with
the band Zac N Fried, who is a Zac Brown Tribute band. This place can get pretty
packed pretty fast, so I’m sure the line will be out the door all night long.
– In Fairfield, Geronimo’s Tequila Bar is hosting a party and having a DJ there starting at
10PM. I used to go to the Geronimo’s in New Haven for my Thanksgiving Eve, and it’s
such a fun atmosphere to meet up and hangout with old friends. And speaking of New
Haven, Toad’s Place is having their thanksgiving eve blacklight glow party at 9:00, which
looks like a lot of fun.
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Homemade Cranberry Sauce
Forget the canned cranberry sauce! Food Network’s Chef Plum shows you how to make cranberry sauce from scratch that will be the talk of your Thanksgiving dinner.
What Kids Aren’t Thankful For
It’s that time of the year to be thankful, but what are kids NOT thankful for? Producer Jon asked the kids.. and it’s hilarious. Catch up with the podcast.
November 21, 2023: Movin’ Out; Thanksgiving Politics; Plum Gravy
Is it too early to come up with New Years Resolutions? Anna has a bad habit whenever she takes a group picture and she thinks this is the year to stop doing it! (:30)
Everyone likes to talk about what they’re thankful for at this time of year, but what are you NOT thankful for? Adults would likely have boring answers, so Anna and Raven asked a bunch of kids! (3:35)
Thanksgiving Dinner has certain rules about who gets to eat first and if you violate that protocol, that’s all I need to know about you! (7:03)
It happens every year without fail at Thanksgiving dinner. The only question is, who’s going to bring it up… (10:28)
Years ago, Producer Sean was called upon to perform a classic piece of theater and he failed. Now, years later, he gets his shot at redemption! (14:16)
Do you have a go-to gravy recipe? If you’re looking for something easy and delicious this holiday season, Chef Plum from the food network has got something you need to try! (17:49)
How many times have you moved in your life? Anna was shocked at how high the national average was! (21:44)
What’s the worst food to eat in the car? Raven saw a woman eating a full restaurant meal in her car! (27:47)
Brenda and Carl are excited to have their son home from college for Thanksgiving. He’s bringing his new girlfriend that they have not met yet. She wants to set up the guest room for her, Carl thinks they should ask his son where she should stay. Brenda argues he’s 19, she’ll stay wherever they decide and it’s going to be in the guestroom. What do you think? (35:03)
Ryan has got a shot $1000! All he has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia! (42:54)
THE FEED: Fall Sports in Connecticut and a Favorite Thanksgiving Memory
Every Monday in The Feed Kevin and Jenna talk to The Ump Vin Sarullo about everything going on in Connecticut sports. Today Vin gives up an update on what’s happening in the Connecticut high school sports that aren’t just football. Vin also takes a moment to share his favorite Thanksgiving memory in sports and family.
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The Perfect Cranberry Sauce
Forget buying the canned cranberry sauce ever again. Food Network’s Chef Plum has the perfect cranberry sauce recipe and the best part? Three ingredients. Easy.
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Monday November 20, 2023: High School Drama; Explain Yourself; Cranberry Sauce
Who have you tipped in the last week? Nowadays it feels like more places than ever are asking for a little something extra! (: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 celebrity who gave up his famous habit! (2:54)
It’s great to get advice from your parents, but if you’re an adult who still listens to every word they say, that’s all I need to know about you! (6:07)
Did you have a dumb argument this weekend? Anna found herself locked in a debate that has haunted parents for all time! (9:47)
Did you ever do plays in high school? What kind of drama went down in Drama! Producer Jon almost became a homewrecker in his high school play! (13:40)
Are you the kind of person who puts up their Christmas lights the day after Halloween? Anna and Raven want to ask you something… (21:16)
Do you enjoy Dad Jokes? Anna’s husband has come up with a whole new crop of Thanksgiving themed dad jokes! (24:37)
Cranberry Sauce can be one of the more divisive sides at Thanksgiving dinner, but Chef Plum from the Food Network is here to give you a recipe that will make everyone happy! (28:39)
Ashton and Jill are getting married in three weeks. One problem, Ashton’s mother invited a group of co-workers from her job and now she needs an extra table for them at the venue. She’s offered to pay for them. Jill is furious because they are already at capacity and feels ridiculous approaching the venue and asking to make an exception for them. She wants him to approach his mother and tell her she was out of line for inviting her own guests and that she has to uninvite them. What do you think? (36:05)
Olivia has got a shot at $900! All she has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia! (44:01)