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TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD: As The Covid-19 Vaccine Rollout Continues In Connecticut, Good News For Teens!

the COVID-19 vaccine rollout continues here in Connecticut with today (April 1) being a big day. They opened up appointments to anyone over 16 years old to schedule.

In the wake of that some more good news for people ages 12-15 came out recently. Teenagers might be able to get the Pfizer vaccine soon after it was found to be 100% effective in a new trial. Over 2,000 kids between 12 and 15 took part in the trial and no one who got the vaccine ended up getting COVID. The 18 kids in the group who had the placebo did get it. Showing how effective it is for those ages.

Here’s to all of us staying healthy and ending this pandemic nightmare soon.

Stay well.

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MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Why do we call them “Killer Whales”?

Seems like an obvious answer right? But there is somewhat of a story behind why we call Orca’s “Killer Whales”.

Orcas were given the name ‘killer whale’ by ancient sailors’ back in the day who would see groups of orcas hunting and preying on larger whale species while they were sailing the ocean. Then the name just stuck.

What’s even crazier is how deadly Orcas (killer whales) can actually be. For example when it comes to their main predators, sharks, they attack and kill them by torpedoing up into the shark’s stomach from underneath, causing the shark to explode! Insane!

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Anna & Raven Attempt The Drawing Challenge

Can you copy what someone else is drawing just by feeling what they are drawing? Let’s see if Raven can copy Anna’s masterpiece without seeing what she is drawing!

Do You Like April Fools Day?

Do you like April Fool’s Day? A recent poll revealed that a majority of people are actually annoyed by April Fools Day, and would rather get rid of it! Anna is here for it, she’d be happy to get rid of April Fools Day, and when you hear the story of what happened at her parent’s restaurant you might agree with her!

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Thursday April 01st 2021: Raven Picks ‘Em; Lied About Your Job; Gas Pump Protocol

Anna did something, and she’s not sure how to feel about it. On the one hand, it’s always good to do something nice for people who listen to her show, but on the other hand….who asks for something like this!?

Are you up to date on this week’s news? If not, Anna and Raven will help get you caught up! Anna picks three news stories, and Raven picks one to talk about. This week his options are; counterfeit covid vaccination cards, 42K found in an old sweater, and a mom who tried to box an elementary school student. Find out what he picks in the podcast! (3:18)

When you’re running late, it feels like everything is slowing you down, but if you’re stuck behind someone driving like THIS, that’s all I need to know about you. (6:27)

Have you ever lied about your job? One of Anna’s friend’s went on 4 dates with a guy before finding out he lied about his job! But it’s not always a malicious thing. Raven and his wife once played a hilarious prank at a company holiday party! Spoiler alert, it wasn’t a company that either of them worked for…(13:08)

March Gladness continues, and we’re moving on to the Elite 8! Today’s matchup is between two Guardians of Glee; Extra Fries In The Bag vs. Hitting All Green Lights! Find out who wins in the podcast and vote online or call in to vote for tomorrow’s match-up! (19:53)

What do you do while you’re pumping gas? Do you diligently stand next to the pump the whole time, or do you go back in your car and play with your phone? Anna is totally the type of person to get back in the car while the pump is going and she’s been getting a lot of criticism for it! What do you think, is Anna Zap out of line? (24:58)

Couples Court: Sam and Alicia have new neighbors that have moved in next door. Every week she sees that they do not use their recycling bin. She has seen them throw away plenty of wine bottles and other containers in the regular garbage. She wants to go over and have a conversation with the neighbor about it, her husband says she’s taking it too far. She should mind her business. Whose side are you on? (35:17)

Amanda thinks she’s got what it takes to end Raven’s winning streak! Can she beat him in pop culture trivia and claim the $1,800 jackpot! (42:21)

Things to Know Thursday April 1st

Vaccine eligibility expands to those 16 and up. Here’s a step-by-step registration process WFSB

Wild turkey leaves path of destruction after crashing through Norwalk home CT Post

As eligibility expands to everyone age 16 and older, CT offers more locations to get COVID vaccine CT Post

Mixed-use proposal would bring retail, office and apartments to Fairfield’s center CT Post

US jobless claims rise to 719K as virus still forces layoffs WFSB

Major League Baseball is back with a 162-game schedule and actual humans in the stands WFSB

Former Brien McMahon principal elected to Norwalk school board The Hour

AP source: Lindor, Mets agree to $341 million, 10-year deal The Hour

These 104 CT pharmacies will soon offer COVID vaccines Stamford Advocate

Pfizer: High efficacy, no safety concerns through up to six months following second COVID vaccine dose WTNH

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I SHOULD HAVE KNOWN THAT! People are 4x more likely to buy this on Sundays. What is it?

All this week win a $100 gift card to Stop & Shop to pick up whatever you need for Easter Weekend!

Here was today’s question if you missed it. Another chance to play tomorrow at 4:30pm.

Q: People are 4X more likely to buy this on Sundays. What is it?

A: Breakfast

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TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD: Goodwill Employee Gets Rewarded For Doing The Right Thing

We all like to think that if put in a situation to do the right thing we would all do it. But until you are faced with making that decision you never know.

Like this Goodwill employee in Oklahoma who recently found a stack of cash $42,000 in one of the donated sweaters she was sorting through. She decided to do the right thing and track down the person who donated the clothes and return the money to them.

Once the owner learned about his money and got it all back he rewarded her with $1,000. But she said she wasn’t doing it for a reward and that it was a good teaching moment for her 6 year old daughter about doing the right thing. But the 1,000 bucks is going to help her financially in what has been a tough year during the pandemic.

A great story all around! And remember… doing the right thing always pays off in the end.

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MUNDANE MYSTERIES: How do babies see the world when they’re born?

I’ve often wondered this every since I became a parent. When babies are born and first open their eyes, after crying for a few minutes, what does everything actually look like through their eyes?

Many experts and doctors have said that for their first month of living, babies only see in black & white. They also only see silhouettes and are unable to focus on things right after they are born. Which makes sense I guess. They have to wait a little while until they see in color. Much like buying a TV in the mid 80s.

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Wellness Wednesday: Lower Your Stress

What if you could lower your stress level by just doing one simple thing every day? Well, you can, and this Wellness Wednesday Anna and Raven are going to show you how! But just because it’s quick and simple doesn’t mean it’s going to feel good…