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MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Why are the letters on a keyboard in a random order?

I thought of this one today when I was typing an email earlier. Why are the letters on a keyboard in a random order?

So the first keyboard ever invented was on the typewriter. Originally, the keys were arranged in alphabetical order which makes sense right? But the workers who were typing on them go so good at typing quickly that they would often break the typewriters. Which is hilarious. So the manufacturers of he keyboards decided to randomize the letters to slow them down and keep the machines lasting longer. Then no one ever decided to change it back even to this day with all the technology we have.

Something to think about next time you’re typing really fast.

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Anna’s Tap “Recital”

Anna finished her tap dancing class, and made Raven her audience for her “tap recital”

The Anna & Raven Show: Raven’s Report Card; Anna and Raven’s Shutdown Tips; Serial Winker

Friday November 20th, 2020

It’s a struggle that every parent faces during the holidays, and its likely been the catalyst for an argument or two! Anna and Raven talk about the one thing that is almost guaranteed to cause stress for parents across the country. Find out what in the podcast! (00:00)

Are you a serial winker? Like, do you wink WAY too much? The checkout person at Anna’s grocery store did, and it really freaked her out! And it got Raven thinking, what other behavior is not appropriate in the grocery store? Find out what they think in the podcast! (11:04)

Thanksgiving dinner is coming up, and for a lot of people it’ll be their first time cooking the holiday feast! Chef Plum from the food network talks to Anna and Raven about three sides you can prepare in under 30 minutes. Some of them are easier than you might think! Get some easy cooking tips to make your thanksgiving bougie in the podcast! (18:49)

Have you ever hid money from your partner? Maybe just 50 bucks? $500? Over $2000!? Turns out, its more common then you think! Anna and Raven give you the whole story in the podcast! (22:39)

With rising Covid numbers, another shutdown may be imminent! Anna and Raven found an article on the 8 things you need before the next shutdown. It was…ok, but they think they know how they could improve it! Get Anna and Raven’s tips to prepare for the next shutdown in the podcast! (26:05)

Every Friday, Raven’s wife Alicia gives him a grade based on how good of a husband he was this week! This week, Raven and Alicia started putting up their Christmas trees, but Alicia is very particular about her tree selection, and how she wants everything to look. Was Raven helpful and patient? Or did he get grumpy and try to rush through it? Find out in the podcast! (29:48)

Couple’s Court – Sarah’s sister had Covid but has tested negative in the last few days. Her husband, Wes, still doesn’t want her at their house for Thanksgiving “just in case”. She thinks he’s overreacting, There’s only six of them as it is, and she’s had no symptoms for a week! They can’t shun her for having it in the past! Whose side are you on? (33:53)

CBR – Raven has been on a roll recently and the jackpot is up to $500! Does Sue have what it takes to claim the prize? (39:46)

I SHOULD HAVE KNOWN THAT! Thursday November 19: Eat Your Vegetables

All this week you’re playing to win a Christmas Tree from Maple Row Tree Farm in Easton. Here was the question from today. Play again every day this week at 4:30pm to win.

Q: A new survey asked people what foods they hated as kids, but now like as an adult. This came in at #1?

A: Asparagus!

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TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD: Subway Singer Absolutely Nails Ed Sheeran Song Shocking Bystanders

Today we have a Throwback Thursday feel good story. Think back to pre-pandemic when you were taking the subway either in New York or Boston. Sometimes you’d come across a performer or singer in the subway and throw them a couple bucks. But every once in a while you’d hear a voice that is absolutely amazing.

That’s what people witnessed when they saw Mike Yung singing Ed Sheeran’s “Thinking Out Loud” in NYC. Obviously this was before everyone was wearing masks everywhere…

Holy crap, nice pipes. 🤘🏻💪🔥❤️ pic.twitter.com/NMuKjvc0IZ

— Fred Schultz (@fred035schultz) November 17, 2020

What a voice. Crazy right? You might recognize Mike if you’re a fan of America’s Got Talent. He was a contestant on the show back in 2017.

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MUNDANE MYSTERIES: What is that drawer under your oven REALLY for?

With Thanksgiving a week from today you’re probably getting ready to use that oven a whole lot next Thursday. While you’re cooking this year you might ask yourself what that extra drawer under the oven is really for?

Most people just use it to store pans, cookie sheets, pizza stone (that’s what’s in mine!) but it’s not actually meant for that purpose at all. It was ordinally designed by oven manufacturers as a “warming drawer” to keep food warm until you were ready to serve it. Which actually would be VERY useful for Thanksgiving now that I think about it. So clear out those muffin tins and clean that drawer for next week to keep your sides warm while the turkey cooks all day.

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Raven With The Swiftness Today

Raven answering all questions today with quick precision! Could you have gotten all five of these questions right? Think you can take this man down in Can’t Beat Raven?!

The Anna & Raven Show: How To Cook A Turkey; Saved By The Bell; Tap Dancing

Thursday November 19th, 2020

Did you just sneeze?!?! With COVID numbers starting to spike again, Anna and Raven are noticing a rise in paranoia, even in themselves! Do you get startled when you hear someone cough or sneeze these days? Don’t worry, you’re not alone, wait til you hear what happened to Raven at a doctor’s office!

Have you ever wondered what life is like on a Turkey Farm at Thanksgiving? Katherine from Raleigh Turkey Farms called in to talk about what it’s like to provide the signature dish at this time of year. Anna was wondering if Katherine ever gets attached to the turkeys on the farm. Her answer might surprise you! (2:04)

If you were on the run from the law, how would you try to get away? Hopefully you would do better than this guy! A man in California was wanted for being part of a 35 million dollar ponzi scheme. When the cops came to bust him, he tried to make a not-so-smooth getaway in the most ridiculous way possible. Get the full story in the podcast! (5:58)

Remember the theme song to Saved By The Bell? It’s a classic right? The remake of Saved By The Bell is coming out soon, but the theme song this time is….well, you’ll see. Listen to what Anna and Raven think of the new take on an old classic in the podcast! (9:57)

This year, 1 in 4 people will be making a Turkey for the first time. If you’re preparing to host your family this Thanksgiving, and you don’t want to mess up the bird, then check out Anna and Raven’s interview with The Food Network’s Chef Plum! He gives all the tips that a first time Turkey chef needs to know in the podcast! (13:44)

Have you gotten the Facebook message about the sister gift exchange? Just thought it was spam right? Well not Anna! She dove in head first this year, and decided to do it! Find out how it’s going for her in the podcast! (17:27)

Have you ever lied to your doctor about something? Anna went for her first mammogram the other day, and she lied about something on one of the forms! Find out what it was, and what happened in the podcast! (21:01)

Annas Tap Class – A couple months ago, Anna decided to join a tap class. At 40. But, you know what, she really enjoyed it, and that’s all that matters! Anna talks about the moment when she was in college that first inspired her to pursue tap dancing. You’ll never guess what it is! (28:33)

Tree- How do you pick out a Christmas tree? Are there certain rules? Does size, shape come into play, or are you just looking for something affordable? Raven’s wife Alicia share’s her criteria for picking out the perfect Christmas tree! (32:09)

Blaine and Luke’s neighborhood has had many car break-ins over the last few weeks. Luke has teamed up with two of the neighbors to conduct a “stake out”. Blaine thinks he’s lost his mind. What adult hides outside all night? Plus, if he does catch someone, what will he do? It’s dangerous! Luke thinks he’ll be able to get better video footage for police and will be able to scare these people out of their neighborhood for good. Thoughts? (34:58)

CBR – Jim takes a swing at de-throning Raven and claiming the $400 jackpot! Will he be victorious. Or will the jackpot rise to $500? (40:38)

I SHOULD HAVE KNOWN THAT! Wednesday November 18: Swipe Left, Swipe Right

All this week you’re playing to win a Christmas Tree from Maple Row Tree Farm in Easton.

Here was the question from today. Play every day this week at 4:30pm to win.

Q: Men who have THIS their dating profile pictures get three times more matches.

A: Facial hair

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TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD: Video Games Could Be Helping Your Mental Health

Alright parents, you may or may not want to hide this story from your kids if they love video games. All that gaming during lockdowns this year could in fact be helping their mental health!

In a study published by the University of Oxford they found that people who played video games had increased mental well-being due to many different factors. It found that certain games can provide positive or even calming stimulation to the mind. The reason for this, according to the study, is due what gaming provides the mind. Things like interacting with well-designed characters, dialogue, or storylines which can be even more engaging in videos games than they are when a person is watching movies. When you’re playing the video game you get to act out the story instead of just watching it.

They even found that old school games like Tetris can place you in a mindset that can reduce anxiety and can help prepare for stressful situations. There ya go, parents!

Super interesting! Play on, kids.

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