Today we visit with Brian Boone - 39th Annual Uncle Johns Bathroom Reader
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TODAY'S REASON TO PARTY! (special thanks to ListOfNationalDays.com)
Mayflower
Day
https://www.crystalmixer.com/mayflower-cocktail-recipe/
SURVEYS, STUDIES & SUCH
Want your kids to help around the house? An expert says you should first teach them how to notice the mess. Kate Mangino created “Noticing Time” after realizing her children didn’t know what needed cleaning, even when it was right in front of them. Set a timer for 15 minutes for younger kids, or 20-30 minutes for older ones, then have everyone walk around and identify things that need to be cleaned, organized or put away. The key is not assigning specific chores but helping kids practice spotting what needs doing. Over time, the exercise can teach them to recognize and share the invisible work that keeps a household running.
BIG SCREEN-LITTLE SCREEN
Talk about a dead ringer when it comes to casting: Word is that 4-time Emmy winning comedian John Mulaney is interested in starring as secret agent ‘Maxwell Smart’ in Warner Bros’ upcoming reimagining of “Get Smart”. The spy comedy series was created by Mel Brooks and Buck Henry and ran for 138 episodes from 1965-70. The ‘James Bond’ spoof starred Don Adams as the bumbling ‘Agent 86’, who worked for a secret U.S. government agency called Control, which was in a constant battle with the evil organization, Kaos.
New York created a new hero in June when Jalen Brunson helped the Knicks to their first championship in over 50 years. That hero is now stepping into Studio 8H to host the Season 52 opener of “Saturday Night Live”. Brunson will make his hosting debut on September 26, and the finals MVP will be joined by Katseye, who are making their debut as musical guests. Brunson joins the likes of NBA stars Charles Barkley, Michael Jordan and LeBron James to host the long-running late-night comedy.
DID YA KNOW!?
Did You Know... The Earth's core is about as hot as the surface of the Sun. Temperatures in the inner core are estimated to reach around 5,400°C (9,800°F), despite being buried thousands of kilometres underground.
JOKE OF THE DAY
(FROM
HEIDI)
SCOOP
OF THE DAY
Gen Z is giving the college party a decidedly healthier makeover – and millennials are not impressed. A viral video shows a fraternity “darty”… or day party. It’s apparently a new trend where students in workout clothes stretch on yoga mats before heading out for a group run. Instead of booze and bad decisions, the event features wellness activities, reflecting a broader shift toward “daylife,” run clubs and sober-friendly socializing. Gen Zers are known for being sober-curious, drinking far less alcohol than previous generations and hanging out at alcohol-free bars and sober-friendly social gatherings. The trend has left older generations scratching their heads, with some joking that a darty without drinking is simply group fitness. Social media users have also poked fun at Gen Z for replacing traditional college debauchery with Pilates, running and other wellness-focused activities.
Men resist dieting because they see it as too feminine, a new study suggests. Researchers found that many men associate dieting with restriction, appearance obsession, and think of it as something women are supposed to worry about - even as they privately dislike their own reflection, photos or clothes that no longer fit. For guys, their concerns about appearance actually motivated weight loss more strongly than health scares, even for one man who had undergone emergency heart surgery. The study also found that wives often play a major role in guys’ weight loss efforts by planning meals and shopping. Researchers suggest ditching the word “diet” and framing weight loss around challenges, goals and achievable wins instead.
THE MOVIE QUOTE OF THE DAY
If you have a favorite quote.... you can send it to us at the bottom of the page at JohnAndHeidiShow.com
“You’re fond of me lobster.” — The Lighthouse — Thomas Wake (Willem Dafoe) — 2019
NEWS TO ME
(FROM HEIDI)
FUN
FACT FOR YOU:
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✓ Lobsters and jellyfish never stop growing.
✓ In 2015, researchers at the University of California invented a process for un-boiling an egg.
✓ Typically, people eat about 35% more when dining with others than when eating alone.
✓ Most dinosaurs were vegetarians, but they didn’t eat grass…because there was none at that time.
WEIRD NEWS
A South Carolina man has collected more than 2,000 pairs of socks - and he’s hoping to make it an official world record. Retired firefighter and paramedic Darryl Parker of North Augusta started his collection after receiving socks as a Father’s Day gift. Soon, birthdays, anniversaries and other occasions kept adding to the pile. His grandchildren eventually suggested he go for the Guinness World Record. The current record is 1,531 unique pairs, set by retired Philadelphia TV anchor Jim Donovan in 2025. Parker plans to keep collecting through the end of the year before submitting his sock stash for official verification. The socks will then be given to local shelters.
QUESTION OF THE DAY
About 1/3 of us do THIS while eating lunch. What is it?
Answer: Look at our phones.
SOMETHING SPECIAL WITH HEIDI SMALL
(FROM HEIDI)
THE LIST
THINGS YOUR DISHWASHER CAN DO – BESIDES WASH DISHES:
1. Heat Up Food and Keep It Warm: Running out of oven space during the holidays? Put covered, heat-safe trays in the dishwasher and run the drying cycle — with absolutely no water.
2. Wash Baseball Caps: Keep your favorite caps from getting bent out of shape by putting them on the dishwasher’s top rack and running a cold cycle. Skip the drying cycle, and let them air-dry.
3. Freshen Up Flip-Flops: Dirty, sandy, smelly flip-flops can get a refresh in the dishwasher on a cold cycle. You can also wash Crocs, rain boots and some water shoes. Air-dry them afterward.
4. Wash the Microwave Plate: That crusty microwave turntable has seen things no plate should have to see. Put it on the bottom rack and let the dishwasher handle the weekly cleanup.
5. Clean Garden Tools: Plastic-, ceramic- or rubber-handled hand tools can take a spin in the dishwasher to remove dirt and garden grime.
6. Sanitize Kids’ Toys: Plastic and rubber toys can get a serious scrub in the dishwasher, making this especially handy for toys that regularly end up in little mouths. Tiny building blocks can go in a lingerie bag.
7. Cook Dinner(!): Yes, you can actually cook food in a dishwasher. Seal seasoned salmon in airtight foil packets, put them on the top rack and run a hot, soap-free cycle with drying
8. Rinse Produce: Fresh from the farmers’ market? Load sturdy fruits and vegetables into the dishwasher and run a cold cycle with no soap, skipping the drying cycle.
9. Wash Sports Equipment: Shin guards, knee pads, helmets and mouth guards can get pretty gross after a season of sweating. A hot dishwasher cycle can help clean them up.
10. Clean Beauty Tools: Combs, brushes, tweezers, nail tools and even scissors can get a dishwasher makeover. Just remove hair first and use a lingerie bag for smaller items.
GOOD NEWS
Flight Attendant Notices Exhausted New Mom Struggling With Her Baby, Then Gives Her a Much-Needed Break. https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news