Anna is wondering how to introduce herself to her new neighbors. How would you do it? Catch up with the podcast for all the unique answers you may be able to use yourself.
Monday October 9, 2023: Phubbing; Psychic Search; Gross Playground
It’s one of the rudest things you can do in a conversation, almost everyone does it, and now it’s got a name! (:30)
What’s the most annoying thing about Zoom? It may not be as widespread now as it was during the pandemic, but the old annoyances haven’t gone away! (3:45)
Following your dreams is nice, but if you quit your job out of nowhere and leave your whole team stuck, that’s all I need to know about you! (7:40)
How do you introduce yourself to the new neighbors? Anna moved into a new neighborhood and Raven has a foolproof plan to endear herself to everyone! (11:20)
Did you do something nice for someone over the weekend, but they didn’t give you any credit? Or did someone do something nice for you, but you forgot to thank them? Anna and Raven will give you the credit due! (15:00)
Have you ever gone to a psychic before? Anna wants to book a psychic for a Halloween party, but she wants to make sure they’re a good one! (22:23)
What’s the grossest thing you can find on a playground? Anna took her daughter to the playground recently and was appalled when she saw one of the features! (29:19)
Brian and Mary are retired. Brian would love to get a pilot’s license and learn to fly small aircraft. Mary thinks it’s unsafe and he’s too old to take up such a dangerous hobby this late in life. Brian says she’s overreacting, retirement is supposed to be for trying new things and chasing dreams you never achieved! What do you think? (34:51)
Amanda has got a shot at $100! All she has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia! (41:25)
K&J Chats: Pumpkin Chat with Sarah Bishop DellaVentura!
Today we talk to Sarah Bishop DellaVentura from Bishop’s Orchards. This month’s pick-your-own pumpkin and apple season is in full swing, and Sarah gives us an update on how the crops made it through the Spring frost and heavy Summer rains. She also tells us all the fun things we can do with our pumpkins this season. Plus, she gives us awesome tips on how to keep our pumpkins from rotting!
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THE FEED: Italian Feasts and Scarecrow Festivals
Every Friday in The Feed Kevin and Jenna talk to Megan from CampByMama.com about all the great things to do in Connecticut with the family.
1. Join Designs by Lee in Stamford on Sunday for their 2nd annual Stamford Education 4 Autism Concert. Support Just a Peace & Stamford Education 4 Autism! Live music, Support artisans, Coalhouse Pizza Truck and Face Painting, Pumpkin Painting, Free to attend!
2. That’s Amore Italian Festival in Mill River Park in Stamford kick’s off on Friday, October 6th with Pizzapalooza! On Saturday, October 7th and Sunday, October 8th it’s a two day celebration of Italian culture and amazing Italian food!
3. Wakeman Town Farm, Farm Stand in Westport Saturday from 9am-1pm. Come by and pick fresh produce, walk thru the gardens, say “hi” to the animals, and chat with the farmers.
4. Greenwich Historical Society: Fall Scarecrow Festival
Saturday October 7 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm. Purchase tickets for your family and friends and enjoy some creative autumn fun!
5. Hire a sitter for the Taste of Fairfield put on by Fairfield Moms, Sunday 12-4 at the Delmar in Southport. A culinary event featuring restaurants, breweries, and so much more.
Mom Quote: “Not all who wander are lost. Some are just moms in Target hiding from their children.”
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Sarah Beat Raven And Wins $1,200!
Congratulations to Sarah! She beat Raven and won herself the $1,200 jackpot! Do you think you have what it takes to be our next big winner?!
Raven’s Report Card: Hacked
Every week, Raven’s wife, Alicia, grades him based on how he behaved as a husband. This week, Alicia’s social media accounts were hacked. Was Raven able to help? What grade did he get? Find out in the podcast!
Friday October 6, 2023: The Cool House; Petty Breakup; Raven’s Report Card
What does the phrase “early night” mean to you? Anna looked up the average American bedtime and she was shocked at the answer! (:17)
What’s the pettiest reason you’ve ever broken up with someone? Anna dated a guy who was really nice, but she couldn’t get past one detail… (3:24)
Bringing a kid to a concert can be ok in certain circumstances, but if you bring a stroller to a concert, that’s all I need to know about you! (6:47)
Which friend had the “cool house” when you were growing up? Anna’s older daughter started a new club at school, but she was so sad when she found out her house wasn’t cool enough to host it! (10:23)
Every Friday, Raven’s wife Alicia calls in to give him a grade on how he did as a husband that week! This week, Alicia got hacked! (20:20)
What are your predictions for football Sunday? Anna doesn’t know what she’s talking about, but 11 year old James might know a thing or two! (24:30)
It’s time for Mommy’s Margarita Friday! Moms (and Dads) share all the crazy things that their kids have put them through this week that have definitely earned them a margarita! (27:28)
Do you ever feel like you’re cooking the same foods over and over again? Anna and Raven invited Chef Plum from the Food Network to tell you how to use a deglaze to spice up your meals! (30:32)
David is a Tulane alum and would love for his daughter to go there as well. He’s even offered to get her an apartment if she chooses to attend. His wife, Lori, says he’s going too far to influence her decision. He isn’t “offering” her an apartment, he’s bribing her with one to get her to attend. She thinks that he needs to back off and let her choose her own college. What do you think? (34:31)
Sarah has got a chance at $1200! All she has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia! (43:03)
Kids Pick ‘Em
Do you have a child that would like to join Anna & Raven on the air to give their weekend NFL game picks? We’d love to have them! And don’t worry, no need to know anything about football, you’ll get a list of the games happening that weekend, and then have your child give their reasoning for why they picked each team, even if it has nothing to do with football!
Trauma Dumping
They say that hairdressers are the number one people who deal with trauma dumping. Do you agree? There are a lot of other professions that deal with trauma dumping, and you can hear about them all in the podcast.
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Thursday October 5, 2023: Trauma Dumping; Meeting Your Best Friend; Not In Your Job Description
What’s the strangest superstition? Anna got worried about bad luck when she received a broken mirror in the mail, but that’s not the only superstition that makes no sense! (0:30)
Anna has three crazy news stories, but Raven can only pick one! Today his options are; a woman killed by chocolate, a lawsuit over a wedgie, and a half naked person at the airport! (2:55)
Bees can be scary, but if you absolutely lose your mind every time you see one, that’s all I need to know about you! (6:26)
What job gets trauma-dumped on the most? Anna read a stat about the unlikely career that can involve clients opening up about their personal problems, and it’s definitely not a therapist! (10:27)
Sometimes, things are said on the show that require an explanation, or even an apology. In this case, Raven admitted to some illegal activity that must be addressed! (17:35)
How did you meet your best friend? You might expect most people to say “school” but Anna read a stat that revealed the shocking answer! (20:30)
What do you have to do at work that wasn’t in your job description? Producers’ Jon and Sean are mad about some of the tasks that Anna and Raven have for them! (27:52)
Jack agreed to be in his childhood friend’s wedding. It’s next May over Memorial Day weekend. His wife, Juliana, just found out that there’s a wine and food retreat that’s happening that same weekend in Spain that they really wanted to go to. Two other couples that they are very close to are also going the retreat that week. She wants him to bail on the wedding (which is his friend’s second wedding, by the way) so they can go, he feels like it’s wrong since he already agreed. She says he’s not the best man, it’s fine. What do you think? (34:48)
Dave has got a shot at $1100! All he has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia! (43:07)