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TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD: Inspiring story of WWII vet who finally achieved a goal he set 80 years ago

A lot of people take graduating from high school for granted. It’s always good to remember how important that diploma is even if it takes you decades to finally get it.

This 98-year-old World War Two vet from Texas named Donald Huisenga just got his high school diploma 80 years after he was supposed to graduate.

Donald was drafted to the war in 1943 as a high school senior. This caused him to miss graduation as he instead parachuted into Normandy fighting day. He fought for our country until he got blown back 30 feet and wounded. He spent time as a prisoner of war before finally making it home safe and alive.

He has overcome so much in his life most recently being a battle of COVID-19. But now he can finally say he’s a high school grad. His family and friends threw him a party and everything. He says it was something he never thought would happen.

Congrats Donald! And the lesson here for all of us… never give up on your goals.

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MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Who came up with the idea for bubble wrap anyway?

We use it all the time. To ship things, wrap valuables in, or just as a fun time waster popping those bubbles… bubble wrap! But who thought of it in the first place?

Back in the 50s two engineers were trying to design textured wallpaper so they glued two shower curtains together trapping tiny bubbles of air in between them. The product never took off so they scrapped it. A few year’s later they tried to make it into greenhouse insulation. That didn’t sell either. Then in 1960 IBM needed something to ship computer parts so they wouldn’t break during the delivery process… finally a use for their invention!

The rest is history…. bubble wrap was born.

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Anna’s “Studio” Tour

Since Anna is broadcasting from home, she wants to give you a tour of what her home studio looks like!

What Do The Stars Say Will Happen In 2022?

Astrologer Anne Nordhaus-Bike says the gravitational pull of the moon can be affecting your mood. Plus, a breakdown of what the stars say will happen in 2022. Oh, and there’s a specific date that things will really get better, find out what it is so you can put in on your calendar in the podcast.

Tuesday January 11, 2022: The Secret to Leftovers; Couch Hobbies; Astrologer Anne

Would you live in a haunted house? What if that haunted house was owned by a comedy legend? Anna looked up the stats and she was surprised to learn that 1/3^rd of people (including Raven) actually would! (:30)

It can be awkward to be a guy in a Victoria’s Secret, but if you make it even more awkward by doing THIS, that’s all I need to know about you! (4:19)

What’s the best way to reheat your leftovers? Raven has a trick that he uses on all his leftover food that Anna had never heard of before! (7:20)

Do you think that the position of the Moon has any impact on your daily life? Astrologer Anne does and after listening to her tell Anna and Raven why, you might be convinced! (13:31)

What food is marketed to kids, but still awesome for adults? One classic childhood snack is going to start marketing to adults, but do they really need to? (19:11)

Are there any hobbies that can be learned from your couch at home? Anna is stuck on her couch for weeks because of her knee surgery and she is looking for ideas! One caller had an unconventional hobby that Anna is afraid to even attempt! (22:13)

Joanna and Mike have three children and it’s time for him to replace his current SUV. He’s been shopping and found himself a used Dodge Charger that he really wants. She is adamant that he get an SUV. She drives a sensible SUV, it’s not her dream car, but it’s practical for their family! Do you think he’s being unreasonable? (28:43)

Nick has got a shot at $400! Can he beat Raven in pop culture trivia and claim the prize? (35:50)

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Things to Know: January 11th

What you need to know as bitter cold weather hits Connecticut CT Post

Why cold snaps like this week could cause ‘unprecedented’ blackouts in CT CT Post

What is snow cream and why are people searching it? CT Post

CT’s Wadsworth Mansion featured on ‘Antiques Roadshow;’ Paul Newman autograph among finds CT Post

Craftbird food truck’s fried chicken finds permanent perch in Newington CT Post

Guilford medical technology company moving to New Haven NH Register

30 Mile Brewing Company ends its run in Old Saybrook NH Register

Nyberg: American Lantern Festivals brings light installation to Lyman Orchards WTNH

Experts share home heating safety tips during cold weather WTNH

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I SHOULD HAVE KNOWN THAT! The average person will buy 12 of these in their lifetime?

All this week I have $100 Stop & Shop gift cards to help you out with grocery shopping.

Play every day at 4pm to win. Here’s today’s question if you missed it…

Q: The average person will buy 12 of these in their lifetime?

A: Vehicles

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TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD: Guy who driving 100 mph gets pulled over, but has great excuse

Not every person who gets pulled over for speeding is doing it for a bad reason.

Like this guy in Massachusetts last week who was pulled over by police for doing 100 mph. When the officer walked up to the car he quickly realized why he was going so fast. The guy’s girlfriend was in the passenger seat going into LABOR!!

The police officer immediately told the woman to get in his patrol car and he drover her to the hospital, sirens, lights and everything. The guy followed along in his car.

They all made to the hospital in time, and now they couple has a healthy baby boy.

Not sure if he still got a speeding ticket… hopefully not.

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MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Why do we use the term “bucks” for money?

You use the word almost every day… “can I borrow 5 bucks?” “That costs about 10 bucks” But where and why did we start using this term?

The slang term for money “bucks” started being used back in the early 1700s. It refers to deer skins from male deer, or bucks as they are more commonly known.

Way back then in the early times, deer skins were used as an informal currency to trade for goods. The “bucks” term has stuck ever since.

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Skating By Depression

Middle-aged depression is common, but how do you combat? A doctor found that doing this one activity (that your teen probably does) has great health benefits. Find out what it is and why it works in the podcast.