MUNDANE MYSTERIES: What does DJ stand for?

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: What does DJ stand for?

Happy National DJ Day! If you have a DJ in your life you should send them a fun text to celebrate. A lot of you already know what DJ stands for, but for any gen z kids who might not… DJ stands for “Disc Jockey”. Back in the old days of radio the on air…

THE FEED: Decorating On A Budget

THE FEED: Decorating On A Budget

Every Thursday in The Feed Kevin talks to Kallie from ButFirstCoffee Blog.com about all things parenting, kids, life hacks, organization, productivity and motivation, simple DIYs, frugal shopping, and more. As you start the year if you’re trying to save money but would also like to refresh a room or area in your house Kallie has some great hacks for…

I SHOULD HAVE KNOWN THAT! The average adult has kept 20 of these from their childhood

I SHOULD HAVE KNOWN THAT! The average adult has kept 20 of these from their childhood

All this week I have tickets to American Authors at Fairfield Theater Company Friday, February 10! You’ll also win a pair of tickets to our Star 99.9 Acoustic Session with American Authors on Thursday, February 9 at Little Pub in Fairfield. Play every day at 4pm, first one to get the correct answer wins. Here was…

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: What makes a popcorn kernel actually pop?

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: What makes a popcorn kernel actually pop?

Happy National Popcorn Day! What makes a popcorn kernel actually pop? Popcorn kernels are 4% water, so when they are heated up either in the microwave or popcorn machine and the water causes popcorn to eventually pop when it gets hot enough. Creating that tasty white cluster we all know and love. Image credit: Getty…

THE FEED: Video Game Gets The HBO Sunday Night Treatment

THE FEED: Video Game Gets The HBO Sunday Night Treatment

Every Wednesday I talk to Nick Johnston, TV and Film writer for Vanyaland.com. This week Nick tells us about one movie that takes place entirely on a phone screen and the latest buzzed about mini-series that was adapted from a very popular video game.  Image credit: Getty Images

I SHOULD HAVE KNOWN THAT! This is the dirtiest thing in your kitchen

I SHOULD HAVE KNOWN THAT! This is the dirtiest thing in your kitchen

All this week I have tickets to American Authors at Fairfield Theater Company Friday, February 10! You’ll also win a pair of tickets to our Star 99.9 Acoustic Session with American Authors on Thursday, February 9 at Little Pub in Fairfield. Play every day at 4pm, first one to get the correct answer wins. Here was…

THE FEED: Get Your Smoothie On

THE FEED: Get Your Smoothie On

Every Tuesday Kevin talks all things food with Alex from CT FoodGirly. Now that it’s January everyone is trying to eat a little healthier and save a little cash. Smoothies and shakes are a great way to do that. This week Alex tells about some of the best smoothie places and juice bars she’s found in…