MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Why are school buses yellow?

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Why are school buses yellow?

It’s a good question. Of all the colors they could’ve made school buses, why yellow? That yellow shade even has it’s own name in the color directory “national school bus glossy yellow”. It started back in 1939 when transportation officials from all 48 states at the time agreed on a number of different safety measures…

THE FEED: Highway To The Stranger Zone

THE FEED: Highway To The Stranger Zone

Every Wednesday Kevin is joined by Nick Johnston,  TV and Film writer for Vanyaland.com. This week it’s all about season 4 of everyone’s favorite spooky 80’s themed Netflix series, a TV cult classic’s first film release, and the return of a shirtless Tom Cruise playing beach volleyball on a 30 foot movie screen. Photo credit: REUTERS/Mario…

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Is maple syrup actually good for you?

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Is maple syrup actually good for you?

I thought of this today when I was pouring maple syrup on my daughter’s emoji waffle. Some people claim syrup can actually be good for you, but is that true? Kind of A cup of maple syrup actually has more calcium than a cup of milk. That would be a tough cup to drink with…

THE FEED: ‘Tis The Season For Hot Dogs & Lobster Rolls

THE FEED: ‘Tis The Season For Hot Dogs & Lobster Rolls

Every Tuesday Kevin talks food with Alex from CT FoodGirly. With the long weekend coming up and Memorial Day being the unofficial start of summer… they talk about all the best places in CT to get a delicious hot dog or yummy lobster roll. 

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Which animal has the longest lifespan?

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Which animal has the longest lifespan?

The animal with the longest lifespan isn’t one that you might think. It’s actually a species of clam called the ocean quahog (fans of Family Guy are cheering right now). They are known to live until about 400 years old! You can find them all the way up and down the east coast from Canada…

THE FEED: Talking Music, Dad Life, and Mental Health with Andy Grammer

THE FEED: Talking Music, Dad Life, and Mental Health with Andy Grammer

Kevin Begley talks with Andy Grammer about his new single “Saved My Life”, his big tour this summer, and why eating dinner with kids is like doing cardio. They also get into the importance of mental health and how Andy’s music and involvement with various causes has helped so many people. Finally, they finish up…