Sparklers are one of the most fun 4th of July traditions. While they are much milder than a real firework, it’s still fire on a stick so it’s important to be careful and safe when using them. Especially around kids.
But what are sparklers actually made of to make them look so cool?
A sparkler is typically made from a metal wire coated with a mix of chemicals. The chemicals are connected to the top of part that you hold, a thin stick or wire usually. The most common fuel combination is sulfur and charcoal. To bind it together they sometimes use sugar, starch. The mix of metals like potassium, titanium or aluminum, and dextrin are what creates the sparks. Aluminum or magnesium also helps the looks of that famous white glow.
Has a bird ever done it’s business directly on you? People claim that it’s good luck, but Anna’s 3 year old wasn’t buying it! (:30)
Do you have trouble making small talk? Anna found a Youtube tutorial on how to improve your conversational skills, but some of the advice is questionable… (2:22)
Giving money as a wedding gift is perfectly fine, but if you give them money using Venmo, that’s all I need to know about you! (6:22)
Have you ever hid something from your family? Anna and Raven had a caller who’s husband has a secret stash of snacks in their house! (10:22)
Gas prices got you down? Play Raven in “Craig’s List Price Is Right” and you could win a $100 gas card! (17:53)
Who do you think is smarter, Raven or a toddler? Anna decided to put this age-old question to the test with a few questions from a Mensa quiz! (21:00)
What’s your signature 4th of July dish? A condiment company is coming out with a new “4th of July” themed popsicle, but you probably won’t see it at a lot of BBQ’s! (28:45)
Nick and Melissa are hosting a Fourth of July party at their home and invited many of their neighbors. They have not invited their direct neighbors because they really don’t know them well. Melissa says that they should extend an invite because they live right next door and will be able to see that all the other neighbors are there. Nick says that they never even say hello to them, why would they invite literal strangers to their home? What would you do? (36:22)
Jason has got a shot at $700! Can he beat Raven in pop culture trivia and win all that cash? (43:45)
Every Tuesday Kevin talks all things food with Alex from CT FoodGirly. With Fourth of July coming up this weekend they talk about the best places to find a good burger in Connecticut. Also, which restaurants will be open on Monday for the holiday.
All this week I have tickets to Train with special guests Jewel, Blues Traveler & Will Anderson at the Bethel Woods Center for the Performing Arts in Bethel, NY Friday, July 8.
Be the first to answer the 4pm trivia question correctly and win. Would you have known today’s?
Q: 45% of people say they fear this bug the most in the summer
The Yankees big comeback extra innings win over the Houston Astros on Sunday was very exciting and all, but not as exciting as what happened in out the bleachers with this one young fan.
Somewhere around the 9th inning she started attempting this water bottle game. Where you flip it and try to get it to stand on end. The crowd rallied behind her with each toss…
Here’s the video… it’s incredible and what going to a baseball game in the summer is all about.
I have two kids now and this is one I’ve always wondered. The answer is kind of “yes and no”.
Most babies do not have finger prints when they are first born. It’s not until they are about 3-6 months that they start to develop. Around 12-18 months they usually have enough of a print to make an imprint on ink.
