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Thursday October 26, 2023: 40 Minute Presentation; Blocking Etiquette; Anna Remembers

How many packages do you get delivered to your home on an average day? Anna has an order coming in and she’s afraid the Amazon driver is going to judge her! (:30)

What if a medicine you’ve been taking you entire life turned out to not be effective? Anna was shocked when a very popular cold remedy was discontinued, so she asked Dr. Jennifer Wider to share some insight! (2:58)

Kids come up with all kinds of funny nicknames for food, but if you do it as an adult, that’s all I need to know about you! (6:48)

If you had to give a 40 minute presentation right now, with absolutely no preparation, what would you talk about? Anna saw a meme about this the other day and it has been living in her head ever since! (10:07)

Is candy corn gross or delicious? Anna invited confectioner Carly Schildhaus onto the show to weigh in on the debate and to present Raven with a challenge… (16:45)

All this week you have a chance at a $50 Target gift card by playing Candy Autopsy with Anna & Raven! Anna reads off a specific recipe and you guess the candy! You get it right and you earn yourself a Target gift card! (20:48)

What’s the most popular Halloween costume this year? Anna was shocked to discover that one of the most popular is a character from 1988, so she asked costume expert Laura Fiest to give some insight! (22:42)

How good is your memory? Anna has been noticing her memory slipping recently, so yesterday she played a game with Raven that’s designed to improve it. Today, she finds out how well it worked… (26:42)

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 proper way to block somebody on social media according to the rules of modern etiquette! (30:18)

Louie and Fran have been debating getting a live-in au-pair. Louie thinks it’ll be more cost efficient and give them more freedom with their busy work schedules. Fran just feels weird having a stranger from a different country come to live in their home for a year. What are your thoughts, and have you been in a similar situation? (33:32)

Margaret and Lohanna are teaming up to take on Raven in pop culture trivia! Can they succeed and win the $1300 jackpot? (41:01)

Kid’s Who Help

What’s the most annoying errand to run with your kids?! Anytime there’s a cart that she can “push all by herself”, it feels like Anna is being pushed.

Wellness Wednesday: Primal Screaming

Olivia Rodrigo has been doing something at her concerts, screaming. Turns out it’s really good for you, find out what primal screaming is all about in the podcast!
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Wednesday October 25, 2023: Childhood Obsession; Travel Rules; Wellness Wednesday

Do you ever have family meetings? It doesn’t always have to be about something serious, Anna uses her family meeting as a way to get organized! (:15)

What’s Primal Screaming? Olivia Rodrigo has been doing it at her concerts, and it has some amazing health benefits. (3:40)

It’s ok to say “I don’t know” sometimes, and if you’re one of those people who insists on being a know-it-all, that’s all I need to know about you! (6:56)

What is your child currently obsessed with? Anna’s younger daughter is so obsessed with one common object, that Anna even has one on her desk right now! (10:30)

Do you have any special rules when you travel? Anna’s family is planning a big trip for next year, but her father has one rule for their method of transportation! (20:40)

How good is your memory? Anna has been noticing hers slipping recently, so she found a game she can play to help improve it! (27:54)

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 rules for an acceptable first date! (31:54)

Couples Court: James and Emily got married when they were 21, were divorced eight years later, and now, in their 40s, are getting remarried. Emily wants a do-over and wants to have a real wedding reception again. James thinks it’s asking too much, too expensive, and unnecessary to have a party again. They should just elope the two of them and call it a day. They already had a 300-person wedding 20-something years ago! What do you think? (35:32)

Marco thinks he’s got what it takes to beat Raven in pop culture trivia! Can he succeed and win the $1200 jackpot? (44:43)

Kevin vs Halloween Candy

Kevin and Jenna discuss the disadvantages to being the house that gives away the full-sized candy bars on Halloween.

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What Gets You to Finish 14 Hours Ahead of Schedule?

Kevin and Jenna wonder what may have motivated the workers to finish construction on the I95 bridge project in Norwalk 14 hours ahead of schedule.

THE FEED: Spooky Themed Spots for a fun Halloween

Each Tuesday, Kevin and Jenna talk about all things food in Connecticut with Alex from CT FoodGirly.

Halloween Themed Restaurants:

Twisted Vine in Derby:
The restaurant is hosting three paranormal dinners and ghost tours with a buffet dinner followed by a guided ghost tour of the area.

Harrie’s Jailhouse in Middletown:
They host a murder mystery dinner featuring a “vampire ball” setting. Tickets include
entry to the game, a hearty snack spread, sliders, dessert and three themed cocktails.

Cava Restaurant in Southington:
Hocus Pocus inspired rooftop that is now open and you can also have a Hocus Pocus inspired dining experience as well.

Transilvania in East Haven:
A fun spot for some spooky eats and specialty cocktails. Great for the Instagram video.

Halloween Parties at Restaurants:

Elm City Social in New Haven:
Halloween pop-up, “Nightmare on College Street” with three themed floors and multiple bars with cocktail specials.

Geronimo Tequila Bar and Southwest Grill:
Halloween at its Fairfield and New Haven locations, with cocktail specials, a costume contest and a DJ

Aquila’s Nest Vineyard in Sandy Hook:
A masquerade-themed murder mystery event on with food and wine available. Guests are encouraged to dress in evening wear, including ball gowns, Venetian masks, suits and tuxedos.

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THE FEED: CT Records Broken and on This Day in Sports

Every Monday in The Feed Kevin and Jenna talk to The Ump Vin Sarullo about everything going on in Connecticut sports. He tells us about a record broken in High School Volley Ball, updates on all things high school football, and a special event that happened on this day in sports!

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Raven Goes Trick Or Treating

Raven gets his costume on and visits coworkers in the office for some impromptu trick-or-treating! Find out what he was able to score from unsuspecting employees!

How Can You Tell Someone Is Rich

How can you tell someone is rich? Producer Jon asked around the office and the answers make more sense than you think. Sort of. Catch up with the answers in the podcast!
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