Wednesday June 28, 2023: Blind Date; Oldest Thing In Your Fridge; Wellness Wednesday

Wednesday June 28, 2023: Blind Date; Oldest Thing In Your Fridge; Wellness Wednesday

Anna learned about a secret society yesterday, and if you’re a single woman, it could be a game changer! (:30)

Do you ever crash between 2-4pm?  Most people do, but Anna found a list of ways to help boost your energy levels, even during your afternoon slump! (3:59)

If you’re on an airplane, the window seat gets the window, the aisle seat gets east access to the bathroom, and the middle seat gets two armrests.  If you don’t respect these rules, that’s all I need to know about you! (7:59)

How long is it appropriate for someone to stay at your house? Anna and Raven got a call about a particularly messy house guest and had very different opinions about how long is too long! (11:14)

Are blind dates even a thing anymore?  Producer Jon has never gone on a real blind date, but he has definitely gone on the 2023 equivalent of one! (14:24)

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 host of one of America’s biggest game shows! (29:36)

What’s the most expired thing in your fridge?  Anna asked everyone on the show to take a video of it and the results are disgusting! (33:01)

Christian and Jackie have been divorced for two years. Christian has been dating a new woman for two months and has started bringing her around their four-year-old daughter. She is considerably younger than Christian and Jackie is upset that it’s not healthy for their daughter to be around someone that “probably” won’t be around long. Does Jackie have any say in when Christian introduces their daughter to new women? (36:26)

Eric has got a shot at $2600! Can he beat Raven in pop culture trivia and claim the prize? (45:04)

THE FEED: Local Spots With Great Options For Your Fourth of July Cook Out

THE FEED: Local Spots With Great Options For Your Fourth of July Cook Out

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

Today, Alex highlights all the great local spots that feature the perfect sides to bring to your next cookout, and restaurants with outdoor seating areas that feel like a Fourth of July BBQ!

Grab and Go/Catering:
Pasta Avest & Pizzeria – Guilford
Cafe Amici – Hamden 
Christos Restaurant & Bar – Wallingford

Restaurants with Cookout Vibes: 
The Stand – Branford
The Place Restaurant – Guilford
The Sandpiper Restaurant – East Haven

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Tuesday June 27, 2023: Your Car Smell; 20 vs. 30; Platonic Break Up

Tuesday June 27, 2023: Your Car Smell; 20 vs. 30; Platonic Break Up

What’s the worst gift you’ve ever received? Producer Jon received an odd pair of socks for his birthday and was shocked when Raven revealed he was wearing the same kind! (:30)

What does your car smell like?  It can be hard to tell when it’s your car, so Anna sent Producer Jon down to her car to evaluate the odor! (4:26)

Lots of people listen to headphones in public, but if they’re up so loud that everyone else can hear what you’re listening to, that’s all I need to know about you! (8:26)

Do you have a “Bug Out Bin”?  Anna had never heard of it before, but Raven has one and it’s got him prepared for any situation! (11:37)

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 the whole world is thinking pink! (15:34)

Break ups are hard, but have you ever had to break up with someone you’re not in a romantic relationship with?  Producer Jon is breaking up with his band after ten years, and it reminded Anna of the traumatic, yet platonic, breakup she had to endure! (19:31)

What were you obsessed with at 20 that you’re completely over by the age of 30?  A major celebrity has put out a warning to her enthusiastic fans to not bring up ancient history! (30:16)

Sam despises his wife, Lauren’s, best friend. He claims that she’s a dead beat, terrible mother, and is financially unstable and uses his wife for money. He has requested that Lauren stop being friends with her. Lauren, on the other hand, says that her best friend has been around for fifteen years. She loves her and accepts her for who she is, and Sam has no right to tell her who to be friends with. Sam says he just wants his wife to see what everyone else sees, she’s being used. Does Sam have any right to tell his wife who to be friends with? (37:41)

Christina has a shot at $2500! All she has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia! (45:28)

THE FEED: Local Sports Stars Making Headlines

THE FEED: Local Sports Stars Making Headlines

Every Monday in The Feed Kevin and Jenna talk to The Ump Vin Sarullo about everything going on in Connecticut sports. This week Vin tells us about amazing local talent make sports news!

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Monday June 26, 2023: Lie To Your Partner; Extreme Tourism; Rules For Your Funeral

Monday June 26, 2023: Lie To Your Partner; Extreme Tourism; Rules For Your Funeral

Anna has left her old life behind and begun a new career as a Porch Pirate!  Ok, not quite, but she did accidentally steal someone’s package! (: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 controversy behind a high-profile podcast! (4:04)

Hibachi is fun, but if you make someone get involved without any warning, that’s all I need to know about you! (8:01)

Did you have a dumb argument this weekend? Raven had one this weekend involving his “bug out bin”! (11:34)

What was the last lie you told your significant other?  Anna read a stat that 90% of couples do it, and she had a firsthand experience with it over the weekend! (15:31)

Sometimes a break-up isn’t just with someone you’re in a relationship with!  Producer Jon is dealing with a unique kind of break-up and Anna and Raven have some advice! (22:42)

Summertime is a great time to start a side hustle and Anna found one that can make you over $70,000! (26:43)

Do you have any rules for your funeral?  After watching a viral video of one grandma’s rules, Anna decided to come up with a few of her own! (30:29)

Despite the recent tragedy, “adventure tourism” is a massive industry, so Anna came up with some examples of adventure tourism, and Raven has to guess if that’s a real thing! (33:55)

Neal and Annie’s 13-year-old son claims that he’s being bullied by his baseball teammates. Annie has already spoken to the coach and the coach stated that it’s not really bullying, he thinks that their son is being hypersensitive because he’s not as good as the other players on the team. Annie thinks she should call a parent meeting of the players to discuss the bullying, Neal thinks that their son is 13, he has to handle this on his own.  Do you think they should speak to the other parents? (37:51)

Trisha thinks she’s got what it takes to beat Raven in pop culture trivia! Can she succeed and win the $2400 jackpot? (48:24)

THE FEED: Summer Block Party, Duck Races, and Dog Days

THE FEED: Summer Block Party, Duck Races, and Dog Days

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.

Today we chat about all the great events Star 99.9 will be attending and more fun events to look forward to this weekend!

1. The Stamford Town Center hosts its third annual Summer Block Party this weekend Saturday, June 24, and Sunday, June 25. The event takes place at the Stamford Town Center’s Restaurant Plaza (230 Tresser Blvd). The party serves as a kick-off to summer, celebrating arts, culture and community. 

2. The 13th Annual Duck Race takes place at Parker Harding Plaza in downtown Westport Saturday June 24th 10-2. A fun family event, there are prizes, face painting, food trucks, games and much more. 

3. Pet Pantry Warehouse Presents the 2nd Annual Fairfield Dog Days event 611 Old Post Road (Old Town Hall Green) on Sunday, June 25th between 11:00 am and 4:00 pm. The event is free and will benefit Adopt-a-Dog, Operation Hope, and Team Woofgang & Co. Touch A Truck, along with a face painter, ice cream, and food trucks. 

4.The KIDZ BOP Never Stop Live Tour at the Palace Theatre in Stamford all weekend Saturday and Sunday! Sing and dance along with the KIDZ BOP Kids as they perform today’s biggest hits, live on stage. 

5. Old Greenwich Sidewalk Sales all wknd. Shop local and support OG Merchants! Art in the Park, Sidewalk Sales & First Light. Live entertainment, give aways, refreshments and more!

Mom quote: “Dear Parents, tag your it Love, Teachers.”

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THE FEED: Kids Wellness During The Summer

THE FEED: Kids Wellness During The Summer

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, about ways to keep our kids active and well hydrated this summer!

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THE FEED: Summertime Fun At Home With The Kids!

THE FEED: Summertime Fun At Home With The Kids!

Every Wednesday in The Feed Kevin and Jenna chat with a local expert about the things that make our lives easier, from home improvement and DIY’s to parenting hacks. 

This week we chat with Fairfield County realtor Susie Calabrese of @susiecal_CT. Susie gives us great tips on ways to keep the kids busy now that they’re home for the summer, and the things we should tackle in the home before hitting the road for vacation. 

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