THE FEED: UConn Women’s Basketball Has A Bright Future Ahead

Every Monday in The Feed Kevin and Jenna talk to The Ump Vin Sarullo about everything going on in Connecticut sports. This week Vin gives us his thoughts on the UConn women’s final four game Friday night against Iowa and the controversial call at the end of the game. We also find out why the UConn women could be even BETTER next season. We also preview tonight’s UConn Men’s National Championship game against Purdue. Finally, Vin gives us some insight into the upcoming High School spring sports season here in Connecticut.

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Out Sick

A high school teacher may be losing her job after she was caught using two sick days to go to a concert in Nashville. Do you think that’s fair? Did you ever use a sick day even if you weren’t sick?! Get all the info in the podcast.

Monday April 8, 2024: First Kiss; Tin Foil Hats; Sick Days

If you were mistaken for a celebrity, what celebrity would you want it to be? Anna posed the question to the entire show and got some unexpected results…

Did you have a dumb argument this weekend? Raven got downright rude to a friend of his about the benefits of a griddle over a grill!

The solar eclipse may be a beautiful sight, but if you spontaneously burst into tears, that’s all I need to know about you!

What’s your “First Kiss” story? Lots of teenagers are planning theirs for today!

Are ready for the eclipse? Like, really ready? Because Anna is making sure that not only her eyes are protected…

It’s time for March Mammal Madness! While the rest of the world is watching basketball, Anna and Raven are determining the coolest mammal of all time! Today, it’s time for the Finals!

Have you been feeling burned out at work? Anna and Raven spoke to employment expert Trevor Bogan who had some tips for employers to manage a brunt out workforce!

Have you ever lied about being sick to get out of work? Almost everyone has, but one teacher’s story is capturing the attention of the entire nation!

Maggie is a vegan and wants to tell her four-year-old niece that chicken nuggets, burgers, and hot dogs come from animals. She thinks it’s terrible that her sister-in-law lies to her about it because she is old enough to know. Her husband, Brendan, thinks that if she goes over his sisters head and tells their niece, it’s going to cause problems. What do you think? Can an aunt have that conversation with their niece?

Eric has got a shot at $500! All he has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia!

THE FEED: Dancing Into Spring

Every Friday in The Feed Kevin and Jenna talk to Megan from @CampByMama about all the great things to do in Connecticut with the family. This week there is everything from Dance-A-Thon’s to birthday parties for adorable animals in Norwalk.

STAR PICK:

Anna & Raven Maritime Chevrolet Dance-A-Thon

The Anna & Raven Maritime Chevrolet Dance-A-Thon is Saturday, April 6 at The SoNo Collection in Norwalk, CT. Donations go towards The Tiny Miracles Foundation, which offers support services to families that have premature babies throughout Fairfield and New Haven Counties.

From 12pm to 6pm, local dance organizations will take the stage at The SoNo Collection for up to 15 minutes each.

The dance organization that raises the most money for the Anna & Raven Maritime Chevrolet Dance-A-Thon will win a special prize. Join us live at The SoNo Collection.

MEGAN’S PICKS

1. Butterfly Journey CT Science Center Hartford is open. Experience a cinematic flight into one of nature’s miracles in Butterfly Journey, an incredible new giant-screen film. With slow-motion, drone and macro filming techniques, viewers will be immersed in the wonders of metamorphosis and migration, witnessing firsthand the remarkable resilience of these beautiful creatures.

2. Drive-thru food drive on Saturday, April 6 to help stock the P2P food pantry. Taking place from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon in the Darien Train Station Parking Lot (Koons Lot across from Tilley Pond Park)

3. SAUGATUCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL’ THEATRE CLUB PRESENTS The Wizard of OZ, Youth Edition Saturday, April 6th at 11:30 & 6:30 at Saugatuck Elementary School in Westport.

4. Miss Birthday Seal-a-bration this weekend at The Maritime Aquarium! Recognition of their harbor seal pup Sono’s first birthday! Visit the Aquarium Saturday and Sunday to make a birthday hat craft, get your face painted, sign a jumbo birthday card, & enjoy limited edition treats. You can also join staff in singing “Happy Birthday” during seal training demonstrations

5. Footloose The Musical Saturday and Sunday electrifying 90-minute journey at Coleytown Middle School in Westport.

Megan’s Weekly Mom Quote: “Because I said so that’s why!” -Mom

A DIY Eclipse Viewer

Monday is Eclipse Day! If you haven’t yet got your glasses for the event, we found an easy way to construct one and you probably have all the materials in your house?
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Easy Midweek Chicken!

How many times a week do you have chicken for dinner? Chef Plum has a quick, twist on a simple dish that is: 1. Delicious 2. Done all in one pan, and 3. Will make your family get excited for chicken night. Get the recipe in the podcast.

Friday April 5, 2024: Why You’re Old; Eclipse Do’s and Don’ts; Raven the Baker

Sometimes your kids can be a mystery and other times you can see right through them. Anna’s 5 year old asked her for a specific gift and Anna thinks she knows what she’s up to…

Chicken and Rice is a staple meal, but is there any way to make it more exciting? Anna and Raven invited Chef Plum from the Food Network to tell them a way to make this classic meal more exciting!

Taking a drive with your dog can be fun, but if you put them in the back of the pickup truck, that’s all I need to know about you!

What “old person” thing do you do? Raven is a big fan of the “Next Door” app and his whole neighborhood has been laughing about one particular “old” post!

Are you ready for the eclipse on Monday? Anna breaks down the “Do’s and Don’ts” for Monday’s celestial event!

It’s time for March Mammal Madness! While the rest of the world is watching basketball, Anna and Raven are determining the coolest mammal of all time! Today’s the Final Four continues with Orangutan vs. Anteater!

Raven has taken up baking and Anna wants to see just how good he is! Every Friday, Raven will be making a new cake, picked by a different member of the show!

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!

Beth and her husband Steve are both in the medical field. Beth is a psychologist and would like to take two months off this summer to spend it with their children. Her husband is very much against it. He thinks that taking that much time off puts her practice in jeopardy, isn’t fair to her patients, and could signify a loss of income for their family. Beth disagrees and says that she preaches about burn out and she needs to give herself the self-care. She doesn’t think she’ll lose patients and thinks it’ll all be okay. What do you think?

Dallas has got a shot at $400! All she has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia!

Another Temu Product Review

It’s time for another Temu product review! Can Raven handle the belt abdominal patch? It’s supposed to burn fat and get you ripped..

The Worst Fashion Trend

Fringe is making a comeback, and Anna isn’t happy about it. But what was the fashion trend that you were super into and now you look back, and you can’t believe you wore it? Catch up with the podcast!

Thursday April 4, 2024: Fringe Returns; Ow Ow Temu; March Mammal Madness

Do you ever lie to your doctor? Raven used to for a long time and now that he’s stopped doing it, things have gotten much worse!

Have you done your taxes yet? Anna invited her friend, CPA Fred Kerendian to help out those of us who have started the process a little late!

Flip flops are one thing, but if you’re a grown man wearing crocs, that’s all I need to know about you!

Have you gotten your goggles to watch the Eclipse yet? If not, Anna and Raven have found a homemade solution…

What ridiculous fashion trend did you rock back in the day? Anna was horrified when she heard that this antiquated style may be coming back!

Have you bought anything off of Temu? Anna has been waiting for an order for weeks and it finally arrived! Now it’s time to test out the electric ab machine!

Anna has three crazy news stories, but Raven can only pick one! Today his options are; a shoplifting “game”, stranded cruise passengers, and a nine year old in a police chase!

It’s time for March Mammal Madness! While the rest of the world is watching basketball, Anna and Raven are determining the coolest mammal of all time! Today’s the Final Four begins with Rhinos vs. Gnarwhals!

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 billion dollar Powerball!

Tara has been spending about forty extra dollars a week buying organic fruits and vegetables for their family. Sasha thinks this is ridiculous because you don’t even know if it’s healthier for you. It’s expensive and the jury is still out- Do you agree?

Dina has got a shot at $300! All she has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia!