Every week Kevin is joined by Nick Johnston, TV and Film writer for Vanyaland.com.
This week Nick tells us about the final installment of everyone’s favorite cuddly Marvel movie Guardians of The Galaxy, there’s a new Star Wars animated series, and one award show you probably forget even existed is happening this weekend.
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Saturday is the Coronation of King Charles III, so to celebrate, @ukgourmet brought in some British snacks for us to try!
Sure, you know you’re supposed to be drinking a lot of water to stay healthy but what are the absolute worst drinks to put into your body? Anna was surprised that one of her favorite daily drinks was on the list. Catch up with the podcast.
The Writer’s Strike is underway, which means that many professional writers will not be getting paid for the duration of the strike. That’s not uncommon, but it has sparked an interesting debate online… (:33)
Anna has three crazy news stories but Raven only gets to pick one! Today his options are; a bee attack during a family photo, an attempted car theft during breakfast, and an airplane held together by tape! (3:31)
Ring cameras are a great way to keep an eye on your home, but if you’re checking it 24 hours a day, that’s all I need to know about you! (7:07)
What wedding traditions need to be gotten rid of? Anna found a list online of traditions that are slowly going away, and their opinion on gift giving was very controversial! (10:25)
Lot of people try to eat healthy, but what about your drinks? Anna and Raven spoke to Dr. Jennifer Wider about what drinks should absolutely not be a part of your diet! (17:39)
What’s the lamest excuse you’ve made to get out of an event with your in-laws? Meghan Markle used a flimsy excuse to get out of the coronation, but Anna’s pretty sure her husband has Meghan beat! (21:38)
Have you ever gotten someone fired? The most famous set of twins in the world got fired off of their first job because of a co-star! (28:37)
Henry has amassed a collection of trophies. Pickleball, poker, and various other tournament trophies. His girlfriend, Caroline, thinks they look so tacky on their family room mantle and wants them put in the basement but he is insistent on leaving them there. He thinks they’re hilarious and he’s proud of those achievements! Would you be okay with having “participation” trophies on your fireplace mantle? (35:59)
Vinny thinks he’s got what it takes to beat Raven in pop culture trivia! Can he succeed and win the $2800 jackpot? (44:37)
What’s the weirdest place for a first date? Anna might have been on the weirdest first date of them all with her husband Paul!
There’s nothing like the fresh produce section when you walk into ShopRite in Norwalk. Kevin Begley got an up close look with Tom Cingari Jr. from Cingari Family Markets 🍓🥑🥬
Millennials are ditching bars for first dates and working out instead. Is a gym a weird place for a first date? What was your first date that didn’t include any alcohol? Where Anna went with here now husband is…certainly unique.
Children have some very deep thoughts sometimes, but Anna was shocked to hear her younger daughter suggest the mass extinction of an entire insect species! (:15)
Have you ever gone on a first date that didn’t involve alcohol? There’s a new trend among Millennials and Gen Z that encourages a more fit and healthy dating life! (2:27)
The whole point of having a convertible is to feel the wind in your hair right? So if you’re driving around with the top down, but the windows up, that’s all I need to know about you! (6:22)
Are you a disappointment to your parents? We all are sometimes and this week Anna made a life choice that really let her mother down! (9:30)
What does the King’s Coronation and The Kentucky Derby have in common? Hats! But a very specific type of hat… (19:47)
AI technology is all the rage right now, but after hearing a statement from one of the developers, Anna and Raven are pretty sure we’re headed toward the apocalypse! (23:15)
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 celebrity divorce that may get Raven another season of his favorite show! (27:15)
Producer Jon thinks your child is a liar. But after hearing why, Anna is inclined to agree with him… (30:50)
Paul and Ali are getting ready to host a first birthday party for their daughter at their home. It is being catered by a local restaurant. Paul’s mother thinks it’s terrible that they aren’t making all the food themselves. She is Greek and thinks that they should be cooking for their guests. Ali reminds Paul that it’s not “her” guests, it’s theirs and she does not want her mother-in-law cooking in her kitchen on the day of her daughter’s party. Paul says he can’t ban his mom from his house if she wants to come over and cook! What do you think? (34:51)
Leeann thinks she’s got what it takes to beat Raven in pop culture trivia! Can she succeed and win the $2700 jackpot? (43:51)
Every Tuesday Kevin talks all things food with Alex from CT FoodGirly about all things food related in Connecticut.
This Friday May 5th is Cinco de Mayo and Connecticut has no shortage of excellent restaurants to celebrate. Alex give us some of her go-to favorites here in Connecticut, who is having specials, and where we can find the best margaritas.
In celebration of last night’s Met Gala, Anna & Raven decided to show off our own unique outfits.