News; birthdays/events; when was the last time you changed your voicemail outgoing message?; word of the day.

News; when mom isn't home to cook...does dad let have kids whatever they want?; game: baby boomer trivia; are you more apt to 'give back' if it makes you feel patriotic?

News; have you ever had to fire anyone? how do you do it?; game: getting to know you;
all the holiday bills coming in? there might be a way to make it cheaper.

News; do you hide your favorite food? (from roommates, spouses, kids); game: who wants to be a fake millionaire?; goodbye/fun facts....National Peach Melba Day...A decadent, sticky, sweet melange of peaches, raspberry sauce and ice cream. Made for and named in honor of the famous australian opera singer Nellie MelbaWhile establishing her career on the opera circuit, soprano Nellie frequently stayed in London, and she enjoyed nothing more than eating out, often opting for the restaurants of the esteemed chef, Auguste Escoffier who was known for his lavish feasts, which often featured up to 11 courses, and occasionally, he would create something special for famous guests.

News; birthdays/events; best smells (list from around the world); word of the day.

News; MTV trivia; game: quiz; game: feud.

News; best national parks to visit in the winter; essential' household items you should never throw away; have you ever gotten hurt playing with your kids? (funny story from Poland)

News; smart dog escapes from animal shelter...funny video; game: calendar trivia;
goodbye/fun facts....national kettlebell day. The kettlebell, cast-iron weight, shaped like a cannonball with a handle...it's origins trace back to 18th-century Russia, where it was initially used as a counterweight for measuring goods. Over time, Russian farmers and strongmen began using kettlebells for strength training. In 1948, kettlebell lifting became the national sport of the Soviet Union. Circus strongmen frequently demonstrated their power with the kettlebell. Some of these circus folk even came to America with their kettlebells, establishing their gyms here, and introducing the American public to this cool new fitness fad. By the 1950s, this new trend had almost vanished from all fitness centers and gyms, however, and would only come back years later. Kettlebells are a great workout tool, burning more calories than your average exercise...an elliptical machine burns only 50 to 125 calories during the same time a kettlebell exercise would burn 300 calories.

News; birthdays/events (LAURALEE'S BIRTHDAY...Ashley's sister); there's goat yoga, cow cuddling farms, and bunny island...fun or gross?; word of the day.

News; game: 1976 trivia; do you use your kids as an excuse to buy something you want?;
Buzzfeed list of movies that have a different takeaway when you watch again as an adult.

News; game: #1 hits from 1976; best travel destinations for 2026; pop culture as courses in college...currently: Taylor Swift, The Beatles, The Golden Girls...what/who do you think would make a good artist to study on the collegiate level?

News; game: I should have known that...yes or no?; do you believe these 'fuel myths'?;
goodbye/fun facts....national apricot day...related to the peach, the apricot's velvety flesh is quite similar. However, the texture of the golden-orange fruit is firmer, and the flavor more tart than its cousin's. Apricots originated in northeastern China near the Russian border in ancient times. Later, the fruit was introduced to Europe and Armenia. The apricot found its way to North America when English colonists settled in Virginia. The apricot is a versatile ingredient lending itself to both sweet and savory dishes. Perfect for snacking, apricots are the best fresh off the tree...and dried, they are delicious in healthy granola or a salad. Plus they are loaded with vitamins including Vitamin C, B-6, Magnesium, Iron, and Calcium, and are also an excellent source of fiber.

News; birthdays/events; did you ever belong to a celebrity fan club...do they even still exist?; word of the day.

News; people born in January might get shortchanged in the birthday present department;
if you borrowed something and ruined it...would you come clean or pin it someone else?;
game: prison commissary price is right.

News; Buzzfeed list of 'outdated' home trends that need to make a comeback; CES 2026 gadgets; game: word ladder.

News; do you prefer a weighted blanket or electric blanket in the Winter?; game: general trivia; goodbye/fun facts....show and tell at work day...just like you used to do in kindergarten-- but this day is for adults to indulge themselves! While the exact origins of the activity are unknown, one of the first references to show and tell was in the 1954 journal "Childhood Education." The activity can help children build storytelling abilities, bridge the school and home, encourage bonds with one another, and enhance their communication skills....and the same can happen for adults at the workplace.

News; birthdays/events; are you a fan or a fantatic?; word of the day.

News; new app for watching TV...but works like a dating app; game: outburst; the new bedtime alarm trend.

News; most people would choose this food for their last meal...Ashley would even eat this;
game: I should have known that; 38% of men think women should never do this.

News; the great sandwich survey 2026; game: everybody knows; goodbye/fun facts....national tempura day...Although the Portuguese living in Nagasaki in the 16th century introduced it, tempura...or deep frying food in it's distinctive batter, as no bread crumbs are used--has become entrenched in Japanese culture. The great thing about this batter is that it is highly versatile and so it can be teamed with a wide range of seafood, vegetables, and meat. And if you want something sweet, you can even make tempura with chocolate and ice cream.

News; birthdays/events; 2025 list of overused words that people want banned in 2026; word of the day.

News; reasons NOT to call 911...would you ever do any of these?; game: songs with 'change' in them; 52 week challenge...for money.

News; lots of students will have this experience during spring break; game: Foolish Frankie plays famous songs...can you guess these?; do you rant and rave when you get upset?

News; would you rent your clothes out?; game: mindtrap; goodbye/fun facts....National Shortbread Day: the buttery, melt-in-your-mouth treat is Scotland's best gift to the world. Baked without a leavening component such as baking soda or powder, it's dense and rustic texture stands out from any other! Originating in Scotland in the 12th century and benefiting from cultural exchange with French pastry chefs, shortbread's original recipe calls for a simple mix of butter in the flour. The fattening of the dough shortens it, hence the name 'shortbread.' shortbread has variants worldwide, including Danish butter cookies and Irish "shortie" biscuits. Why not start the new year on a sweet note by enjoying this Scottish delight?

News; birthdays/events; what are some things to look forward to in 2026?; word of the day.

News; game: quiz; game: feud; how do you really feel about Mondays?

News; study--7 mental strengths that are rare today...part 1; study--7 mental strengths that are rare today...part 2; where do you hide cash in your house? Ashley's grandma used to hide it in the freezer!

News; things you should never apologize for; game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....weigh in day...the holidays are officially over and unfortunately, due to the amount of food and drink consumed during the holiday season, chances are you may have gained a bit of weight during the holidays. But as unnerving as it is to get on that scale...it's better to know exactly where you are so it doesn't get out of hand. If you're having problems deciding what foods you should be cutting down on/eating more of, and which exercises you should be doing to help you achieve your goal weight, there are plenty of dietitians, nutritionists and personal trainers out there who will be glad to help you get healthier and lose weight the right way. So take a deep breath, exhale, then get on that scale!

News; birthdays/events; what are pop culture predictions for this year?; word of the day.

News; game: new year's resolutions trivia; a new restaurant is going with a famous board game motif; do ease back into your new year work scedule or just in and get going?

News; game: battle of the sexes part 1; game: battle of the sexes part 2; how long does it take you to write the current year on forms/checks?

News; great 'Ted Talks' to watch; winter is most people's least favorite season...how do you make it 'tolerable'?; goodbye/fun facts....national buffet day...The buffet table itself derives from the Brannvinsbord, a type of Swedish beverage table from the 16th Century. This was a buffet system where women and men ate in different rooms but still had an array of food to choose from. In the 18th century, the modern buffet began appearing as a smorgasbord. The smorgasbord was initially a table where pre-dinner drinks and nibbles were served to a group of guests separately from the main dinner, but over time people started to use it to serve the main meal too. The word 'buffet'' actually originates from a type of French sideboard used to serve food and the word was much easier to pronounce in the English-speaking world and was considerably easier to remember. In the 1940s the American buffet began in Las Vegas...and by the 1980's buffets were commonplace...not so much anymore.