Tuesday April 25, 2023: Veto The Name; Home Inspection Incident; Bride or Bridezilla

Tuesday April 25, 2023: Veto The Name; Home Inspection Incident; Bride or Bridezilla

How did you celebrate Earth Day this year?  Did you even remember?  Anna and Raven were shocked to discover that the true hero of Earth Day was in the studio with them all along… (:33)

Even technology as cool and new as Alexa is imperfect.  So if you think that yelling at Alexa will magically fix it, that’s all I need to know about you! (4:26)

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 firing of two massive news personalities! (7:17)

If you’re getting married this year, what steps can you take to avoid becoming a bridezilla? Raven has been working weddings professionally for years, and he’s got some advice to avoid becoming monstrous this wedding season! (11:05)

Anna’s house is finally clear to close and she can’t wait to finish the moving process!  But there were definitely a couple of tense moments during the home inspection process… (18:29)

Have you ever vetoed a baby name when you were having a child?  Producer Sean is having a baby soon, but his girlfriend has had to veto some ridiculous names! (25:20)

Grant and Heather’s eight-year-old daughter frequently goes to the school nurse saying that she fills ill. Heather constantly goes to pick her up and Grant thinks that their daughter is faking. He wants to put his foot down and insist that Heather stop running to pick her up and tell their daughter that they know she’s faking it. Heather says you can’t do that, what if she’s not feeling well? What would you do? (32:44)

Robin has got a shot at $2100!  All she has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia! (41:10)

THE FEED: Connecticut Well Represented In Big Leagues

THE FEED: Connecticut Well Represented In Big Leagues

Every Monday in The Feed Kevin talks to The Ump Vin Sarullo about everything going on in Connecticut sports.

This week talk about some of the top teams in the state are for girls softball and boys, a Hamden Hall grad who could get drafted in the NFL this week, and there are a few Connecticut umps who are now in the big leagues.

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The Dirty Dozen

The Dirty Dozen

Every year, a list of the dirtiest foods you have in your house is released. What foods are they and how can you properly wash them? Dr. Jennifer Wider explains!

Monday April 24, 2023:  Friendship Tiers; Dumbest Argument; Cheap Meal Solutions

Monday April 24, 2023:  Friendship Tiers; Dumbest Argument; Cheap Meal Solutions

What do you have absolutely no patience for?  According to one study, society has collectively lost patience for a group of people that we all see every day! (:15)

What was the dumbest argument you had this weekend?  Producer Jon was mocked for an unconventional combination of emojis! (4:07)

Everyone’s entitled to their own beauty standards, but if you try to tell me that spiders and bugs are cute, that’s all I need to know about you! (8:16)

How much do you really need to be washing your food?  Dr. Jennifer Wider spoke to Anna about which foods in your home can carry the most germs! (12:04)

Do you have tier-lists for your friends?  Anna has different ranks for all of her friends but Producer Jon thinks that she’s way out of line! (15:47)

Producer Jon has got three crazy news stories and he’s going to deliver them the best way he knows how.  Through song! (27:09)

Record numbers of people have been applying for new jobs this year, but what are the interview questions you should absolutely avoid?  Anna found a study about what you should and should not say at your next job interview! (30:18)

With food prices going up, families are always looking for a low cost meal that can serve the entire family.  Anna spoke to the Food Network’s Chef Plum about the cheap meal she makes every week for her family! (33:41)

Hank and Olivia have been married for a year, but they’ve always had very different work schedules. Olivia manages a high-end restaurant and goes in around 3pm and works until closing. Hank works in sales at a car dealership and has “normal” business hours. He thinks that since their ultimate goal is to start a family in a couple of years, and because the difference in schedules is a strain on time together, she should find a new job now. She’s very much against it, she loves her job and thinks they’ve been fine for years with this schedule, why change now? What do you think? (37:31)

With Raven on vacation, we are playing Craigslist Price Is Right! If you can guess the price correctly of the ridiculous item Anna describes, you’ll win a gift card to Target! (46:29)

THE FEED: Earth Day Weekend

THE FEED: Earth Day Weekend

Every Friday in The Feed Kevin talks to Megan from CampByMama.com about all the great things to do in Connecticut with the family.

This weekend there is a lot going on to celebrate the Earth since Saturday is Earth Day. Also, a super fun event in Stamford for all the sneaker heads out there.

MEGAN’S PICKS:

1. Scottish Heritage Sunday at First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, April 23rd at 10am. Pipes, Pageantry, Tartans, Kilts, Shortbread, Scottish Country Dancers and more. All Welcome!

2. Earth Day Festival at Lachat Farm in Weston. Saturday April 22nd 12-4pm. Cost is $20, amazing group of vendors, demonstrations, food tents, Barn Bar and live acoustic music, all committed to keeping the planet clean and healthy.

3. KickSwap Sneaker Convention Saturday April 22 @ 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm at Stamford Town Center near Footlocker. Buy Sell & Trade Sneakers Clothing Hats and more with thousands of streetwear fanatics across the East Coast! Over 100 vendors and 1000 sneakerheads.

4. Frolic In The Forest at the Greenwich Botanical Center Saturday April 22 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm. Step into a world of magic and wonder: Fairy Walk, Tea Party and Earth Day Celebration! Explore the forest with the fairies, make fun arts and crafts to take home and learn about the wonders of our planet. Experience the magic of the forest and create lasting memories for the whole family

5. Grace Farms in New Canaan Earth Day Woven Together Saturday April 22nd 10-5, $10 per car and members are free. Celebrate Earth Day with family-friendly activities for all ages that explore the ongoing conservation of the surrounding 80-acre nature preserve, including the native meadows, forests, and gardens.

Megan’s Mom Quote of the Week: “Hope all the parents have a nice dinner in their cars while they take their kids to practice tonight.”

The Worst Food In America

The Worst Food In America

Anchovies was voted as America’s most hated food, and Chef Plum from Food Network and Restuarant Road Trip has some thoughts about it, and how you could turn them into a delish dish.
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Friday April 21st 2023: Must See Movie; Anchovies For Dinner; Margarita Friday

Friday April 21st 2023: Must See Movie; Anchovies For Dinner; Margarita Friday

Anna has been buying a new home, but she came across something on one of the realtor websites that amazed her! (:30)

Most American women use makeup, but what if there was an option that was made for all genders? Jon Wormser from Good Weird has got skincare solutions for everyone! (4:29)

Do you eat anchovies?  Lots of people think they’re gross, but Chef Plum from the Food Network has a recipe for them that you have to try! (8:29)

 It’s one thing to feel proud about your possessions, but if you give them a name, that’s all I need to know about you! (12:27)

Lots of people take vitamins every day, but are they actually doing anything for you?  Anna spoke to Dr. Jennifer Wider about what daily vitamins are actually necessary! (16:00)

What movie should every person see by the age of 15?  Anna has never seen many famous movies and one of those classics is celebrating it’s 40th anniversary this year! (19:58)

Producer Jon has got three crazy news stories and he’s going to deliver them the best way he knows how.  Through song! (29:46)

It’s time for Mommy’s Margarita Friday!  Moms (and Dads) share all the crazy things that their kids have put them through this week that have definitely earned them a margarita!  (33:48)

Do you have a Helluva Story?  Anthony Gallino tells a heart-warming story about how his daughter overcame adversity at a young age!  If you have a hell of a story, you can submit itat AnnaAndRaven.com! (37:42)

One of Alan’s childhood friends has moved back to the area and his wife, Erin, can’t stand him. She says that he’s overly flirtatious towards her and, in general, chauvinistic to women. She would like Alan to say something to him about his behavior towards her, and to stop being friends with him. Alan says that he’s harmless and that’s just his big personality. He doesn’t mean anything by it and he certainly isn’t flirting with her. What would you do in this situation? (41:34)

With Raven on vacation, we are playing Craigslist Price Is Right! If you can guess the price correctly of the ridiculous item Anna describes, you’ll win a gift card to Target!  (49:18)

THE FEED: Go Go Power Rangers

THE FEED: Go Go Power Rangers

Every week Kevin is joined by Nick Johnston, TV and Film writer for Vanyaland.com.

This week Nick gives us a preview of horror sequel 10 years in the making, a new Action Rom-Com coming to Apple TV+, and Netflix’s latest nostalgic reboot. 

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