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Wednesday February 1, 2023: The Call From The Babysitter; Worst Line Ever; Wellness Wednesday

Wednesday February 1, 2023: The Call From The Babysitter; Worst Line Ever; Wellness Wednesday

Did you say “Rabbit Rabbit” this morning?  It’s one of many superstitions that Anna doesn’t like to admit she believes in! (:15)

A new month means it’s time to update your horoscope!  Anna and Raven spoke to Astrologer Anne to get an idea of what the next month holds! (3:11)

Casinos typically keep a list of people who are known cheaters, but if you’re on a casino list for partying too hard, that’s all I need to know about you! (7:01)

Airplane food is famously bad, but it turns out that there may be a scientific reason why!  Anna and Raven discuss what you should and should not eat on a plane! (10:25)

What do you do when the babysitter calls while you’re out?  Anna had to make a choice about whether to return home or let the babysitter handle her kid’s problem! (14:24)

It can be tought to plan Valentine’s Day gifts and activities for your family, so Anna and Raven turned to an expert!  Tiktok influencer Shannon Doherty shares some easy Valentine’s Day hacks to for your spouse, partner or kids! (25:53)

What’s the worst line you’ve ever had to wait on?  Anna spent the weekend waiting on half hour lines just to get a small sample of food! (29:53)

Louis was recently promoted at work and now travels quite a bit. At first, it was fine, but now Alexa (his wife) thinks it’s too much. He’s gone two weeks out of the month, he’s missing time with the kids, and it’s become a lot for her to manage with her own career. She thinks that he should go ask for his old position back. It’s not about the extra money or title, he can give those both back too. Louis agrees that he’s not happy in his new role, but he can’t ask for a demotion because then it’ll look bad for him in the long term. What do you think? (37:11)

Rebecca and Joshua are teaming up to beat Raven in pop culture trivia!  Can their combined efforts win them the $900 jackpot? (47:02)

THE FEED: Planning A Delicious Valentine’s Day

THE FEED: Planning A Delicious Valentine’s Day

Every Tuesday Kevin talks all things food with Alex from CT FoodGirly. With Valentine’s Day two weeks away we figured it was a perfect time to help you start making a Valentine’s Day plan. Brunch, dinner, and even a train experience! Alex has some great ideas for how to celebrate with your loved ones this year.

ALEX’S PICKS:

Shell & Bones in New Haven, which is a seafood eatery right on New Haven Harbor with great water views and they will be celebrating the “Five Days of Valentine’s,” offering specials in addition to its regular menu. Now this is from Feb. 10th to 14th. A couple of their specials are wagyu steak, red velvet lava cake and even a new cocktail.

Amarates Sea Cliff, which is located in New Haven, in the Cove. They are having a Valentine’s Day brunch for adults and families. It’s Sunday February 12th, from 11-2pm. There will be a carving station, unlimited mimosas, and a dessert crepe station! This is a great option for families and its something different than dinner at night.

Union League Cafe in New Haven, which is an amazing French restaurant with a 19th-centrury setting who is featuring their three-course prix-fixe menu, which includes a filet mignon dish, veal, ravioli dish as well and you even get a box of chocolate truffles after.

Wharf at Madison Beach Hotel, which is a really elegant spot, again, beautiful ocean views and a seafood-heavy menu. They have prepared a Valentine’s Day menu Feb 10,11,12, and also the 16th to 19th. Which includes dishes with salmon, fillet, ravioli, and lobster on the menu. 

Now this is a little different, how about a romantic train ride? On February 11 through February 14, you can ride the vintage trains during the Essex Steam Train Valentines Dinner. This is a 2 and a half-hour dining excursion and the menu includes appetizers, your choice of Filet Mignon, Baked Stuffed Shrimp or Baked Stuffed Chicken Breast and ending with dessert. This is a really nice choice if you don’t want to go out to a restaurant and want a bit of adventure or to really try something new that day.

Lastly, there is The Essex restaurant, which is located in Old Saybrook, this spot is stunning inside. It’s a modern American, local seasonal farm to table, energetic restaurant, who is offering two menus, on the 14th only. A valentines tasting menu and vegetarian tasting menu. The menu sounds amazing, fresh tuna, lobster, octopus, short rib and more! It’s $145 a person. If I wasn’t traveling for valentine’s day, I would definitely make my reservation here for the tasting menu experience. 

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TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD: YouTube star uses his fame to help 1,000 blind people see again

TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD: YouTube star uses his fame to help 1,000 blind people see again

If you have teenagers they’re probably familiar with YouTuber MrBeast. He’s known for making these insane videos doing crazy stunts, challenges, and mind blowing type content.

But his latest video is quite remarkable. He was able to help 1,000 legally blind people see again! He did this by getting them cataract surgery. It all started with him finding 40 people in need of eye care from homeless shelters and free clinics in Florida. From there he partnered with a group that helped him find 950 legally blind people all over the world who also needed the surgery. It’s a simple 10 minute procedure too, they just didn’t have the means.

He was also able to give some of them a little extra surprising a few with $10,000, giving one kid $50,000 for college and even hooking one guy up with a new Tesla since he was now able to drive for the first time ever!

The video is incredible:

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MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Are eggs supposed to be kept refrigerated or room temp?

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Are eggs supposed to be kept refrigerated or room temp?

There has been A LOT of egg talk lately. The price of eggs, egg shortages, and a hot debate on twitter about whether they should be refrigerated or can be left at room temp.

Most countries don’t refrigerate their eggs. But here in the US, they are considered a perishable item and therefore have to be refrigerated.

It all comes down to what is done with the eggs when they are first taken from the chickens. In other countries they are taken as is, but in the U.S. they are immediately washed to prevent salmonella and other diseases. But this processes removes the natural protective layer of the egg shell. In the countries that do not was the eggs they claim that vaccinating the chickens prevents those diseases.

There is a benefit to refrigerating them though. At room temp they can last about 21 days, but there is a benefit to keeping them in the refrigerator as they can last closer to 50 days when cold.

Tuesday January 31, 2023: Deal Breakers; De-Clutter; Gluten Taste Test

Tuesday January 31, 2023: Deal Breakers; De-Clutter; Gluten Taste Test

Do you know your astrological sign?  Most Americans are far more likely to know their Zodiac sign than another, literally life saving, piece of information! (:30)

Producer Jon has been back in the dating game for a while, but he still struggles making the first move on dating apps.  Anna decided to help him out and choose his pick-up lines for him! (3:20)

The dog park is a nice place to socialize with other dog owners, but if you show up dressed completely inappropriately, that’s all I need to know about you! (7:20)

Can you tell the difference between gluten-free versions of your favorite food?  Anna challenged Raven to a blind taste test to see if he could tell! (10:18)

Do you have a dating deal breaker?  Anna’s friend recently dumped a guy because of his very juvenile hobby! (14:17)

Marie Kondo has changed her tune recently about the dangers of clutter since she became a parent!  Anna decided to challenge Raven and Producer Jon to find three things in their home to get rid of! (21:38)

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 a story of Superbowl brotherly love! (29:27)

The celebrity weight loss drug Ozempic is all the rage right now, but Anna and Raven spoke to Dr. Jennifer Wider to get the full story on the new “miracle” drug! (32:38)

Sam thinks it’s unfair that his wife, Angie, has been driving her mother everywhere. Her mother is still young, 62, but has decided she no longer wants to drive anymore. Angie is okay with it, she loves her mom, but admits it can be stressful. Do you think Sam is right that she needs to tell her mother that she won’t be her chauffeur? (36:42)

Phil thinks he’s got what it takes to win $800! All he has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia! (45:04)

THE FEED: Hitting The Ice With Connecticut’s Top Hockey Players

THE FEED: Hitting The Ice With Connecticut’s Top Hockey Players

Every Monday in The Feed Kevin talks to The Ump Vin Sarullo about everything going on in Connecticut High School Sports. This week Vin tells gives us an update on the top girls and boy hockey players in the state. Then we talk about our Student Athlete of the week. A multi-sport athlete from Trumbull has his sights on college football.

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TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD: New England will be well represented in this year’s Puppy Bowl

TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD: New England will be well represented in this year’s Puppy Bowl

The teams are now set for the Super Bowl in a few weeks, the Philadelphia Eagles the take on the Kansas City Chiefs. A few hours before that the most adorable game of the year will happen when a few New England pups take the field for the Puppy Bowl.

There are actually more than a few from Connecticut. 9 rescue dogs from five different shelters across the state made the teams for this year’s game.

There is also a rescue dog from Rhode Island named Joey, who only has two legs. Despite no having any front legs he is a very healthy pup.

As always the Puppy Bowl is a great event for rescues finding homes. The Puppy Bowl will happen Super Bowl Sunday 2/12 starting at 1pm on Animal Planet.

We’ll be rooting for all our New England pups!

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MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Where did Rock, Paper, Scissors come from?

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Where did Rock, Paper, Scissors come from?

Rock, Paper, Scissors. A game that has been entertaining people and solving “who will go first” for years now. My 4-year-old daughter just discovered it for the first time and LOVES it. Which got me thinking where did it even come from?

According to the World Rock Paper Scissors Association, www.wrpsa.com (yes, that’s a real thing come to find out) the earliest versions of the game originated in China as far back as 1600. Then it became popular in Japan, where they called it “Jon Ken Pon.” After that it really caught on in Europe during the 20th Century before eventually making it here to the United States by the 1930s. The rest is history.

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