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TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD: Double amputee complete world record of sailing around the world solo

Breaking a world record is hard enough as it is, now imaging doing it without an arm and a leg.

Like Dustin Reynolds from Hawaii who recently did exactly that. The first ever double amputee to sail around the world solo. Which took roughly 7 years off and on to do. Amazing.

Dan lost his arm and leg back in 2008 after a drunk driver hit him head on while he was riding his motorcycle. Now he celebrates the anniversary of the crash every year because he says “it’s the day he decided to start living”. This latest accomplishment definitely proves that. Congrats Dan!

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MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Why don’t we ever see the Supreme Court in session?

With the Supreme Court all over the news lately with many different high profile cases a lot of people are wondering why we never see the court in session. There actually hasn’t been a photograph of the Supreme Court in session since 1937! They’ve had a ban on cameras in the courtroom ever since then.

One of the main reasons is that the court wants to preserve its tradition. They also don’t want the media to use embarrassing sound bites or footage from their oral arguments and believe that cameras will just encourage showboating.

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Anna’s Stylist Stopped By!

Anna’s friend and stylist @laurinegroup will be on the show tomorrow, so be sure to catch the tips she’ll share that’ll keep you looking fabulous without hurting your wallet!

You can pick up these stylish tank tops here:
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And you can visit Laurine at her website! LAURINEGROUP.COM

Monday June 27, 2022: Unnecessarily Emotional; How To Save Money; Fireworks Safety Tips

Do you believe in voodoo? Anna has decided to give every member of the show a special gift… (:30)

Are you up to date with this week’s biggest news stories? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on what’s trending, including the reason Jodie Sweetin from Full House is back in the news! (3:10)

Recitals are boring, yes, but if you’re the person who leaves right after your kid’s part, that’s all I need to know about you! (6:52)

When was the last time you got emotional for no reason? Anna has identified why some people may be feeling extra emotional these days and it might not be what you expect! (10:47)

Do you have any tips to save money? Since everything is so expensive these days, Anna sent Producer Jon out in the office to get some advice on how to be more frugal. (18:03)

Whether you love them or hate them, fireworks are going to be a big part of everyone’s lives this week! Anna and Raven spoke to fireworks expert Bill Weimer about how to keep yourself safe while celebrating! (29:33)

It’s bittersweet watching your kids grow up. But Anna though she had a least a decade before her younger daughter reached this particular milestone! (32:52)

Lisa is a stay-at-home mom with three children under the age of ten. She says her husband does NOTHING to help around the house. Kevin argues that when she left her career to be a SAHM, she signed up to do all the chores. He goes to work, she takes care of the kids and the house. It’s not fair for her to expect him to wash dishes or do laundry when he’s the breadwinner. What do you think? (36:42)

Joe’s got a shot at $500! Can he beat Raven in pop culture trivia and win all that money? (44:29)

Tips To Help You Save Some Money

Because of inflation, you are probably looking for ways to cut costs anywhere you can. Lucky you! We have a list of ways you can cut cost and save money, as weird as they might be. Hear them all in the podcast!
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THE FEED: Getting Outside For Music, Pups, and Movies

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 Kevin is live from Big Time Rush at Hartford HealthCare Amphitheatre in Bridgeport. Megan also has some great events happening this weekend that involve live music, wine, and outdoor movies!

KEVIN’S PICKS

Anna at Beardsley Zoo: Saturday June 25 12pm-2pm

Raven at Pup Park in the SoNo Garden on the rooftop of The SoNo Collection: Sunday June 26 11am-4pm

MEGAN’S PICKS

1. Larocca’s Country Market is celebrating their 10th anniversary in Stamford, June 25th, 12-5, 105 Old Long Ridge. Live Music, Face Painting, Balloon Artists, Outdoor Games, Kid’s Arts & Crafts, Complimentary Food & Wine Tasting.

2. Lyman Orchards in Middlefield for Food Trucks on the Farm, Saturday, June 25th from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free Admission! Fun activities include live music, pick-your-own strawberries & raspberries, horse drawn hayrides, petting farm, and more.

3. SoNo Music Fest, June 25, 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm, at The SoNo Collection in Norwalk. Jam to the tunes of some of your favorite bands, complemented by the amazing views from The SoNo Garden roof terrace. Plus, discover pop-up food markets, beauty booths, art exhibits, games, swag bags, and more.

4. Movies in the Mill River Park, Saturday June 25 in Stamford, (Sing 2) at 8:30 p.m. All movies are free and open to the public, drinks and snacks will be available for purchase in the Park.

5. The Midsummer Fantasy Renaissance Faire at the Warsaw Park in Ansonia! Immerse yourself in a world of history and imagination with an interactive village full of music, magic and fun for all ages. June 25-26, 11-9, rain or shine, no tickets sold at the door.

MEGAN’S MOM QUOTE: “It’s the freakin’ weekend, baby. I’m about to do 15 loads of laundry”

TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD: 19-Year-Old Milford Golfer Makes His Debut At Travelers Championship

It’s always exciting when the PGA Tour rolls through Connecticut. The annual Travelers Championship is happening this week in Cromwell. Some of the biggest names in golf are competing, Rory McIlroy, Jordan Spieth, Rickie Fowler, and one of Connecticut’s own! 19-year-old Ben James from Milford, CT tee’d it up Thursday for the first time at the Travelers. Playing as an amateur he did really well in rounds one and two. Shooting a 72 (+2) on Thursday and a 69 (-1) on Friday (+1 for the tournament). Unfortunately he will not make the cut for the weekend as the scores for the top players are pretty nuts. But what a debut!

Ben has a bright future ahead too. He just graduated high school this year and will be heading to the University of Virginia. For someone who started playing competitive golf at the age of FOUR it’s safe to say this will not be the last we see of Benjamin James playing golf at a high level.

Good luck Ben!

Awesome to see Benjamin James (amateur) from Milford CT swinging the sticks @TravelersChamp – second round underway! @FOX61News pic.twitter.com/ziRJ0o0dlS
— Pragano (@Pragano) June 24, 2022

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MUNDANE MYSTERIES: How did Seagulls get their name?

Now that it’s summer you’ll be seeing them all the time squawking and trying to steal your fries. Except “Seagull” isn’t actually their name at all!

Serious bird experts get very mad when people called them seagulls. Which is really just slang that has been developed over time. In reality there is no such thing as a seagull. The correct term is simply “gull,”. While some of them do hang out near the sea, they don’t live exclusively near the sea.

I’ll be honest, I’m going to have a hard time just calling them “gulls”.

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Anna Got Voodoo Spells For Everyone On The Show

Anna visited a Voodoo shop in New Orleans and got everyone on the show magic potions! Who got which potion and why? Find out!

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Raven’s Report Card: Back To Normal

Both Raven and his wife Alicia are trying to find a sense of normal again after a vacation and getting over being Covid sick. Has Raven made this transition back to a normal easy for his wife? What grade will she give him this week? Find out in the podcast.