On today’s Keeping It 203 we learn about the recording breaking Connecticut connection at the 2024 Paris Paralympics and the difference between Southern and Eastern yellow jackets in Connecticut.
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NFL Foodies!
Maybe you’re an avid football fan, maybe not- but the one thing we all love? Football food! Chef Plum has the easiest, perfect finger foods to put in your living room while you’re watching the games. Check out the ideas/recipes in the podcast.
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Monday September 9, 2024: Let’s Connect, No More Homework; Landmark Prices
If you have an office job, Anna has terrible news for you. Your butt may be in imminent danger…
Does a restaurant have a right to impose a strict dress code? Legally, yes, but after seeing the dress code at one establishment, Anna thought it was a bit much…
Are you ready for football season?! Chef Plum from the Food Network is going to make sure that your Sunday Funday is delicious!
Could homework finally be going away for good? A new law in California may be doing away with it forever!
Are you up to date on this week’s biggest news stories? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on what’s trending, including the Superbowl Halftime Show announcement!
Should you have to pay to see national landmarks? One of Europe’s most famous monuments now comes with a price tag!
Have you ever wanted to connect with an old friend? Turns out it could be good for your health, so Anna wants to try it out!
Darren and Cathy are exes. Darren is getting married for a third time and wants to take their son out of school for two days for the wedding. Cathy thinks it’s a bad idea, he’s a Junior, Darren’s already pulling him out the week before Christmas for a vacation, now he wants to take him out for another two days? Plus, if he really wanted his son there, he shouldn’t have planned a wedding during the week when he had school. Darren says it’s his son too, and he wants him there. End of story. What do you think?
Lena has got a shot at $200! All she has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia!
THE FEED: Indoor Slides in Stamford and Oysters in Norwalk!
Fridays on The Feed, Kevin and Jenna chat with Megan Schinella about all the fun things to do in Connecticut with the family. You can find Megan on Instagram: @meganschinella. Check out Megan’s picks for this weekend:
Second Annual Stamford Moms After School Activities Expo at Stamford Town Center this Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.! Meet representatives from over 25 local programs to help you and your child find the perfect fit for the school year. Enjoy character appearances, performances, face painting, and more!
Coffee & Cars at Goodwives Shopping Center, 25 Old Kings Highway North, Darien, CT. This Sunday from 7 to 10 a.m., check out classic cars and grab some coffee.
Norwalk Oyster Festival all weekend at Veteran’s Memorial Park. Enjoy rides, food, and entertainment for the whole family!
River Craft at the Connecticut River Museum in Essex. Bring home a craft inspired by the Connecticut River’s wildlife and rich history. Crafts will take place in the Museum’s Boathouse on Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m.
Angel Land at Stamford Town Center: A new indoor play spot featuring slides, an imagination station, video games, and more.
Mom Quote: “Summer is over—time to officially remember what day of the week it is.”
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Kevin and Jenna: We Owe You an Apology
New “Welcome to Connecticut” signs were unveiled this week, celebrating everything that makes CT great, from being the pizza capital of the U.S. to, well, submarines! Kevin and Jenna thought there was room for one more sign, but now they owe everyone a big apology.
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What Did You Lose in the Divorce?!
41% of first marriages ended in divorce last year, and the number one thing that people were sad to lose… their home. Makes sense, right? But sometimes you lose things that are a lot… weirder. What did you lose in the divorce? Catch up with the podcast!
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Friday September 6, 2024: Lost in the Divorce; Normal or Nope; Mommy’s Margarita
Have you ever received a backhanded compliment? Anna saw a celebrity comment on someone’s voice, and she’s not sure it was meant in a nice way!
Lady Gaga has returned and Anna is thrilled about it! But some of the interviews that Anna has seen with her and her “Joker” co-star Joaquin Phoenix have been a little…odd.
What did you lose in your divorce? Anna saw some recent statistics about divorce, and the good news is that the numbers are going down! Kind of…
Are you up to date on this week’s biggest news stories? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on what’s trending, including NFL opening night!
Does Raven have what it takes to take care of a baby? This weekend, Raven will be with his grandson all by himself, so Anna brought in some help to make sure he’s ready…
What did you do with your family when you were young that you thought was totally normal, but when you became an adult, realized that it wasn’t normal at all?
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!
One of Joe’s good friends asked him to be in his bridal party and he said yes. But now that he’s had more time to think about it, he wants to tell his friend he’s out. He thinks it’s too expensive, there’s already been a ton of emails from the best man with what they have to do, and he just thinks he’s too old to be in a wedding party at 35. His girlfriend, Sarah, says it’s too late. He’s already said yes, it’s one of his buddies, he has to follow through and do it. Can you back out of a bridal party after you’ve already committed?… and can you be too old to be in a bridal party?!
Nancy has got a shot at 100 bucks! All she has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia!
Thursday September 5th: Learn To Drive; Date A Friend’s Sibling; Deadly Dromedary
The return of America’s most popular reality show is almost here! But Anna is having trouble believing it’s still this popular!
Have you ever dated a friend’s sibling? It may seem like a breach of the Friend Code, but one study says it may be a good idea!
Who taught you how to drive? Anna’s older daughter is learning, but Anna isn’t sure she’s capable of doing it!
Anna has three crazy news stories, but Raven can only pick one! Today, his options are; a decapitated statue, a premature decoration; and a fiery breakup!
Do you have a trick for getting yourself out of a bad mood? Anna found one on the internet, but she has a better idea…
The NFL returns tonight! Raven gives you the top three things to know going into the new season!
We all know that some animals are dangerous, but some are less suspicious. Anna read a news story about a bizarre animal attack and the same thing happened to her friend!
Alexa feels that her husband Mike has gained too much weight and is too unhealthy for them to become parents. She wants him to start eating healthier and exercising before they start trying to have a baby. He thinks that she’s shaming him, she should just love him the way he is. He’s fine, just twenty to thirty extra pounds or so in the last year, it doesn’t bother him a bit. Does she have any right to tell him what to do with his health?
Dave and Vivi are teaming up to take on Raven! Can they succeed and win the $1800 jackpot?
Kevin and Jenna: The Truth About Rucking
With rucking popping up as a new workout trend, we wanted to get the inside scoop from someone who does it daily as part of their lifestyle. Kevin and Jenna chat with Jenna’s brother Jaime, who serves in the Army and knows all about rucking. Jaime shares what rucking is all about, its benefits, and tips for anyone interested in trying out this intense and rewarding fitness activity.
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Wednesday September 4, 2024: Job Misconception; Emotional Support; Dating App AI
Of all the things botox can help fix, Anna & Raven have found a way for the injections to settle problems with a (usually) very common issue, then examine other seemingly normal things people can’t do!
More Americans are afraid of one specific thing than even death! After identifying the fear, Anna & Raven play a quick game of “Would You Rather”!
Dating apps are using AI to give a little more assistance to people with clumsy approaches. Some of the suggested opening lines might need more time in the development stage.
Kids have always had blankets, woobies, binkies and other emotional support items, but Anna & Raven find out what gives adults peace of mind and comfort in their daily lives!
Have you ever hit an animal with your car? It happened to Raven recently and he’s completely heartbroken!
The bus stories continue! What happened to you on the school bus?
Are you up to date on this week’s biggest news stories? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on what’s trending, including the potential death of homework!
What’s a common misconception about your job? Anna overheard a conversation the other day and she couldn’t believe the comment one person made about a very difficult profession!
Peter and Tina’s ten-year-old daughter hates the bus since she’s had ongoing problems with a boy on it. They’ve reached out to the school, to the boy’s parents, but they can’t seem to get along. Peter wants Tina to start driving their daughter to school so she can avoid all the drama from this other child. She says that in real life, you don’t always get along with others and you should learn how to deal with them. This is a learning situation and she needs to stay on the bus. Peter thinks Tina is being “bad” because they need to emotionally support their daughter and that’s by pulling her off the bus. What do you think?
Wylie has got a shot at $1700! All she has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia!