Thursday August 29, 2024: Road Trip Rules; Memorable Teachers; Pick ‘Em News

Thursday August 29, 2024: Road Trip Rules; Memorable Teachers; Pick ‘Em News

Have you ever been in a situation when you wondered whether you should call 9-1-1?  Anna witnessed something questionable, and still can’t decide if she made the right decision!

With millions expected to travel for Labor Day Weekend, road-trip expert Anna shares her top five tips to distinguish a good rest stop from a bad one!

A major celebrity revealed she’s just like us with an everyday issue that affects everyone!  Anna & Raven try to remember how to access all of their own information, with mixed results.

We always remember teachers who have stood out for one reason or another.  Anna & Raven hear all about the most memorable and remarkable ones!

After a tremendous response to Raven sneaking food into the movies, one particular call made Anna come up with a list of foods to never bring into the theater!

It’s a special back-to-school edition of Pick ‘Em News, and Raven gets to choose among three separate bus stories!

Are you up to date with this week’s biggest news stories? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on what’s trending, including a potential new sobering airline procedure!

What is your regular dinner time?  A mom went viral for when she feeds her kids, and Anna is all for it!

Deanna and Phil are having a disagreement about whether their children should be allowed to play with their cousins. The problem is not the children, it’s that Phil hates his sister and doesn’t want anything to do with her. Deanna thinks it’s unfair that his feelings towards his sister are causing their children not to have a relationship with their cousins. They live in the same town and there’s always family get togethers that they avoid because of it. What would you do?

Brian has a shot at $1400!  All he has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia!

The Viral Thera Breath

The Viral Thera Breath

Today it was Amazon Miracle Product Review: The viral Thera Breath that’s taking over social. Does it really make your breath less nasty?

8:36am. That’s the time of the day that a study says you know whether you’ll have a bad day or not. There’s also the top five things that happen that will trigger “the bad day”. Get it all in the podcast, but what can happen that you know you’ll have a bad day?

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THE FEED: Play Based Learning with Tia Simone

THE FEED: Play Based Learning with Tia Simone

In this episode, we’re joined by local teacher Tia Simone to talk about Connecticut’s new play-based learning law. Tia shares what this means for teachers and students, how it’s being used in classrooms, and the impact it’s having. We explore how play is being used to enhance learning. 

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Anna’s “Stolen” Coin Collection

Anna’s “Stolen” Coin Collection

Anna’s father has been collecting coins since he was a teenager. Curious about their worth, Anna “stole” a few to find out just what they could bring in. Find out what they’re worth in the podcast.
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Fall Fashion

Fall Fashion

What are paper bag boots and why are they the “it” trend for the Fall? Get all the upcoming fashion trends with Stylist Lauren Perez from the Laurine Group in the podcast!
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Monday August 26, 2024:  Engagement lengths; School lunches; Best & worst of Summer

Is it better to have a long wedding engagement or a short one?  Does it have an effect on the marriage?  Anna & Raven hear from all sides!

Stylist Lauren Perez joins Anna & Raven to talk about the upcoming fashion trends for the fall season, covering colors, cuts and influences!

The Farmer’s Almanac states that today is the best day to quit smoking!  Anna & Raven discuss strategies and offer tips and encouragement!

Does Anna like anything less than packing school lunches?  Last night was the first one of the year for her – she’s got lots of thoughts about the whole process, and she and Raven heard all about what has gone into lunchbags and lunchboxes past and present!

Labor Day is upon us, as is the unofficial end of summer.  Some are very happy to see fall approaching, and some like to cling to summer for every last moment!  Anna & Raven discuss the best and worst parts of this summer!

A brand-new trailer grabbed Anna hook, line & sinker!  Unfortunately, it was AI-generated!  Anna & Raven wonder how long it will be until the complete AI takeover.

Door locks cannot always be trusted!  After a classic social mishap, Anna & Raven debate who is in a worse position on either side of an accidental walk-in!

Rob and Candice are getting married and beginning to plan the bridal party. She knows she wants to invite her niece (her sister’s daughter, who is five) to be a flower girl. Rob says then she also has to ask HIS niece. Candice disagrees – they live out of state, have financial struggles (so it might be an imposition), and she’s nine – too old (?) to be a flower girl. Would you ask her anyway?

Jon has got a shot at $1100! All he has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia!