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Monday September 18, 2023: Squatters; Gift Resale; Become A Jingle Writer!

Theft is on the rise! Anna read a report more things than ever are now behind protective glass, including some items you wouldn’t expect! (: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 cyber attack in Vegas! (3:20)

Some people overpack, but if you go out of town and bring literally all the towels in your home, that’s all I need to know about you! (6:34)

Did you have a dumb argument this weekend? Anna got into a debate with her friend about the value of insect life! (10:00)

Can you sell something that was given to you as a gift? A caller is having this exact problem, but some of the details make it a little questionable… (14:01)

Squatting has become a problem for landlords all over the country, but Anna, Raven and Producer Jon have some unconventional means to get rid of them! (21:25)

How would you like to write the new jingle for Can’t Beat Raven! Anna is tired of their old jingle, so she’s offering a Guitar Center gift card to the person who can write a new one! (29:13)

There are a lot of differences between men and women, but one historical pastime has dominated social media recently… (33:00)

Paul and Brielle’s son wants to quit his high school football team. He’s a sophomore and on the JV team. He says that he’ll never get much playing time, he hates practices, and just want it to be over. Brielle says to let him quit, his heart isn’t in it, Paul says he made a commitment to the team, he has to finish the season. What do you think? (36:23)

Juan has got a shot at $200! All he has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia! (43:46)

THE FEED: A Circus, A Paw-ty, and Glowing Wild at the Zoo

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. Stew Leonard’s in Norwalk Touch – A – Truck Saturday September 16 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm in the parking lot hosted by WOW the Cow and his friends! Join local Fire Trucks, Police Cars, Construction Trucks, Recycling Truck, School Bus, and Ambulance! There will be Face Painting, Temporary Tattoos, Raffles, and Crafts.

2. Get ready for a barking good time at Paw Patrol Pawty Saturday September 16 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm at 314 Beer Garden in Norwalk. Chase and Skye, play games that’ll make your tail wag and your heart race.

3. Flip Circus at Danbury Fair Mall all weekend.

4. GLOW WILD returns to Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo this wknd. Journey through a wonderland of illuminated larger-than-life lanterns inspired by wild world.

5. Apple Day at Stamford Museum and Nature Center
Sunday September 17 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. Apple Cider demonstrations, apple tastings, and local apples for sale!

Mom quote: “I’m less of a don’t say that mom and more of a don’t say that at school mom.”

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The Can’t Beat Raven Jingle

Can’t Beat Raven needs a new jingle, and we need your help!

Raven’s Report Card: Girls Weekend

Every week, Raven’s wife Alicia grades Raven based on how he behaved as a husband. Alicia is going away with friends for the weekend. Will the agenda Raven planned out while Alicia is gone sabotage his grade? Catch up with the podcast.

THE FEED: Our Friend, Fiber!

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. In this episode, Yanissa tells us all about FIBER! We even play a fun game where we try to figure out which foods have the most fiber.

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Test Hack

A study claims if you stare at the letter A before you take a test, it’ll greatly increase your chances at getting a better grade. Is it true though?
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The First Thing You Bought

What was the first thing you’ve ever bought with your money? How old were you? Anna’s daughter made her very first purchase on something and it’s for the sweetest reason. Check it out in the podcast!
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Thursday September 14, 2023: Why You Got Divorced; First Purchase; Raven Home Alone

Anna is thrilled about the news surrounding the latest celebrity power couple! Producer Jon, on the other hand, is less thrilled… (:30)

Anna has three crazy news stories but Raven can only pick one! Today’s options are; Man vs. Car, a Taco Bell catastrophe, and car thieves stole from the wrong guy! (3:56)

It’s one thing when you’re driving a new car, but if you’ve had a car for years and still don’t have the basics figured out, that’s all I need to know about you! (7:12)

Parents are always looking for a way to help their kids in school. Anna has found a new method to help her kids get good grades, but first she has to test it on Producers’ Sean and Jon! (10:10)

What was the first thing you bought with your own money? Anna’s younger daughter just made her first ever purchase and it was for the sweetest reason! (14:00)

What would you do with a weekend all by yourself? Raven’s wife is going away for the weekend and he has a full list of activities planned! (21:37)

Are you u[p to date on this week’s biggest news stories? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on what’s trending, including the capture of a dangerous criminal! (25:04)

Why did you get divorced? Anna read a new stat that for the first time, money is no longer the #1 cause of divorce! (27:40)

Brendan has a low paying job at a big box store. He is happy there, little stress, plenty of time off, and an easy lifestyle. His wife, Alexa, thinks he’s wasting his talent. He has a law degree that he just completed. She thinks he should be pursing what he’s studied for. Especially since they want to start a family in a few years. Brendan thinks he’ll jump in when they have kids and finances becomes a major issue but for now, he wants to just relax. How would you feel about this decision if you were his spouse? (34:42)

It’s “Tied for Five” week and Brayden and Matthew are back to have a rematch with Raven in pop culture trivia! Can they succeed this time and win the $3800 jackpot? (44:04)

THE FEED: Prepping Your Home for Cozy Season

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. Susie has got all the details on what we need to tackle inside and outside our homes before cozy season sets in. A little work today will go a long way tomorrow!

The ct.gov website has some great resources on what to know about chimney cleaning and repair.

https://portal.ct.gov/DCP/Common-Elements/Common-Elements/What-to-Know-About-Chimney-Cleaning-and-Repair

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Life Hacks For Your Dog

What do you do for your dog when they are freaked out by a storm? Check out what Raven does for his little guy, Baxter.