Has someone ever stolen something from you? Anna caught someone on camera stealing THIS from her front porch! Get the full story in the podcast.
The Anna & Raven Show: Love at First Sight; Random Thievery; Returning Gifts
Tuesday, Jan 5th, 2021
Do you believe in love at first sight? Anna does, but Raven is skeptical. But what does science say? Anna and Raven talk about a new study in the podcast!
What new laws went into effect in 2021? Some of them make sense, some of them….not so much. Raven has some particularly strong opinions on a new employment law in New York! Get the full details in the podcast. (3:35)
Losing a loved one is always hard. But if you’re on the news, talking about losing that loved one, before they’re even pronounced dead, that’s all I need to know about you! (7:28)
Do you have any potentially hazardous appliances in your house? A fan from Home Depot has been recalled because it’s blades keep flying off and hitting people! Anna and Raven share their own surprisingly dangerous home appliances in the podcast! (11:08)
Has someone ever stolen something from you? Anna caught someone on camera stealing THIS from her front porch! Get the full story in the podcast. (18:22)
Tis the season of returns! Anna’s daughter wants to return a necklace she got for Christmas, but Anna is worried about doing it because of who gave it to her! Find out who it was and what she did in the podcast. (29:15)
Adam and Tiffany are dating and recently moved in together. His parents bought them a couch for Christmas and it was just delivered. She thinks it’s hideous and doesn’t match her vision for their first home. She wants him to ask them to return it, he says you can’t return a gift- especially a couch! She says they were wrong to get them something so personal. Whose side are you on? (39:27)
Does Christ have what it takes to beat Raven and win the $1500 jackpot? Anna made the questions extra hard today, so Chris might have a shot! Find out what happens in the podcast… (45:44)
We Have A “Can’t Beat Raven” Winner!
A big congratulations to Chris for beating Raven at his own game, and getting more pop culture trivia questions right than Raven! Chris earned himself $1,500 meaning we will reset the jackpot to $100 for tomorrow morning.
Ways you can still have fun
Looking for something to do but you’re not sure what’s open? Here are some things you can do.
Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo – Open Seven Days a Week. Walk the grounds of the Zoo. You must purchase your tickets in advance.
Catch a movie or show at the Ridgefield Playhouse!
The Maritime Aquarium – Open Daily 9am-5pm. Purchase tickets in advance. See a movie in the IMAX Theater before it’s demolished for the new railroad bridge.
Head to Sports Center of Connecticut for Ice Skating, Driving Range and more.
Support the Bijou Theatre in Bridgeport by catching the Terrapin the Grateful Dead Experience Benefit Concert from home Friday January 15th.
Race at RPM in Stamford. The thrill of competitive racing in a safe and authentic environment. With Italian-made go-karts on European-style tracks. Challenge yourself to push your limits and fulfill your need for speed.
Watch a movie or book a Private Movie Party at Bowtie Ultimate Majestic Stamford or Bowtie Royale Norwalk
Do the indoor Ropes Course and experience IT at Jordan’s Furniture in New Haven.
Explore more at CT’s Tourism site
Things to Know Tuesday January 5th
State vaccine committee could tweak rollout timing in the coming weeks WFSB
Decision day in Georgia with Senate majority at stake WFSB
Fired Shelton police officer hired in Fairfield CT Post
‘Optimistic’: CIAC, DPH meet about winter season outlook CT Post
Father of Sandy Hook victim wore disguise to hide identity for ’60 Minutes’ interview CT Post
New DPH report shows where COVID clusters may spread WFSB
Pandemic and unrest fuel the biggest National Guard mobilization since World War II The Hour
Bill Gates Predicts When the Pandemic Will End The Hour
Darien parents petition against delayed return to in-person learning Stamford Advocate
Connecticut leads in COVID-19 vaccine distribution in nursing homes; ranks 6th in U.S. overall WTNH
I SHOULD HAVE KNOWN THAT! Monday January 4: How Much Is That Gift In The Window?
Welcome to an all new year of “I SHOULD HAVE KNOWN THAT!”. To kick off 2021 I have these really cool LARQ water bottles for you to win this week. If you haven’t heard of them yet the LARQ Bottle is the world’s first self-cleaning water bottle and water purification system. It uses UV-C LED light to eliminate up to 99.9999% of bio-contaminants from your water and bottle. They’re awesome.
Play every day at 4:30pm to try and win. Here was today’s questions if you missed it:
Q: 25% of people admit they did THIS after receiving a gift over the holidays?
A: Google to find out how much it’s worth.
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TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD: Customers Raise Money To Help Their Favorite Drive-Thru Employee
I’m predicting it now. 2021 will be the year we see more human connection than every before. Stories like this are exactly why.
This one drive-thru worker in Canada recently mentioned to a customer that he used to go to college but had to drop out because he couldn’t afford it. So a bunch of customers who come through his window all the time started a GoFundMe page that’s now raised over $20,000 to send him back to school!
They surprised him in the parking lot outside of the Tim Hortons where he works. Here’s the video:
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MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Where did the expression “Let the cat out of the bag” come from?
You’ve heard it many times, probably even used it yourself. But it’s such an odd phrase that like me I’m sure you’re wondering where exactly “let the cat out of the bag” came from?
Centuries ago merchants who sold piglets to people in markets used to sometimes fool the customer by switching out the pig and putting a cat in their bag when the person wasn’t looking after they already paid for it. It wasn’t until the customer got home and… ready for it… “let the cat out of the bag” that they realized they had been duped!
Photo credit: Getty Images
What Was Your Favorite Present?
Anna & Raven share their favorite gifts they received over the Holiday! What was yours?
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The Anna & Raven Show: Credit Due; Weird Lies; Resolutions
Monday, Jan 4th, 2021
Did you make a New Year’s Resolution this year? Or did 2020 kinda ruin that? Anna and Raven have modified their resolutions to fit the “New Normal”. Find out what they are in the podcast
What’s the weirdest lie you’ve ever told? Alec Baldwin’s wife is in the news for (allegedly?) lying about being Spanish. Anna and Raven share the weirdest lies they’ve ever told in the podcast.
Has a stranger ever scolded you for something in public? Did you have a witty comeback? Or just slink off with your tail between your legs? You won’t believe what a stranger said to Anna in a Walmart last weekend! Find out in the podcast!
The late Alex Trebek’s last episodes of Jeopardy are airing this week and Anna and Raven celebrate his legacy. Whats your favorite jeopardy category? Anna and Raven reveal theirs in the podcast!
What did you do over the holidays that you didn’t get credit for? Anna cleaned up her Christmas tree and decorations all by herself and instead of saying thank you, her kids said THIS! Get the full story in the podcast.
Adam and Tiffany are dating and recently moved in together. His parents bought them a couch for Christmas and it was just delivered. She thinks it’s hideous and doesn’t match her vision for their first home. She wants him to ask them to return it, he says you can’t return a gift- especially a couch! She says they were wrong to get them something so personal. Whose side are you on?
Lynn and the Post Office Crew are the first people to take on Raven this year? Will 2021 begin with a loss for Raven, or will the jackpot rise to $1500?