Today we visit with Steve Schirripa (Sopranos and Blue Bloods)
Schirripa gets a delicious and delightful lesson about the wondrous world of food from his dog WillieBoy in this beautifully illustrated picture book “WillieBoy Eats the World: A Children's Picture Book”
AVAILABLE NOW: https://amzn.to/4tDT6lH
TODAY'S REASON TO PARTY! (special thanks to ListOfNationalDays.com)
Sauvignon Blanc Day
SURVEYS, STUDIES & SUCH
It's pretty common to gain weight in the years after high school, but when it happens might matter more than how much. A massive Swedish study tracking over 620,000 people found that gaining weight in your late teens and 20s carries the biggest long-term health risks. Those who became obese before age 30 had about a 70% higher risk of dying during the study than those who avoided obesity into later life. Rapid weight gain between 17 and 29 was also strongly linked to heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. While weight gain later in adulthood still raised risks, the impact was weaker. The takeaway, according to the researchers, is this: early adulthood may be a critical window for maintaining a healthy weight and long-term health.
BIG SCREEN-LITTLE SCREEN
“Michael” made a staggering $218.7 million at the global box office over the weekend, which was a remarkable result that exceeded even the most generous of predictions. It’s the biggest opening for a music biopic by an absurd margin. And of course, when you see those numbers for any movie, you start thinking sequel. In the case of Michael, Lionsgate film chief Adam Fogelson said on the film’s red carpet: “We absolutely have more story to tell… We have prepared for that moment.” He’s not kidding. The movie ends with the beginning of Jackson’s “Bad” tour, then a recently-added title card appears, saying “His Story Continues.”
Melissa McCarthy appeared as a guest star on last week’s “Law and Order: SVU” but, funny enough, Mariska Hargitay had no idea she was cast until the day of filming. McCarthy shared a behind-the-scenes video of herself surprising Hargitay by dressing up as an old lady to sneak onto set. The “Bridesmaids” star wore a latex mask with a gray, curly-haired wig and oversized coat to secretly enter the location where the episode was shooting. She then changed into her character’s costume – that of pro fighter ‘Jasmyn Jewell’, who flirts with Hargitay’s NYPD captain ‘Olivia Benson’. She wrote in the caption: “Mariska…Sorry everyone lied to you, hope it was worth it (this surprise was 6 years in the making people)!!!” LINK: https://tinyurl.com/292v27xz
DID YA KNOW!?
DID YOU KNOW… The human body gives off heat equivalent to a 100-watt light bulb. Even at rest, your metabolism produces energy. Staying warm is a constant biological effort.
JOKE OF THE DAY
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HEIDI)
SCOOP
OF THE DAY
A report says almost 70% of people think there will be a cure for cancer within the next 30 years.
What time of day do the munchies hit hardest? According to science, it’s 3:42pm. A survey of 5,000 Americans found people average 2 cravings a day, with about 1 in 4 feeling them even more often. And when they strike, patience is short: 57% said they can’t last more than an hour before giving in, and 21% cave within 15 minutes. Comfort food leads the way (33%), followed by fried and salty foods (22% each), with pizza, burgers, fries, tacos, and fried chicken topping the list overall. Most people said they prefer satisfying cravings at home rather than ordering takeout, and many say those urges even shape their grocery lists. Nearly half have spent over an hour cooking a complex dish just to satisfy a craving.
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
“I’m sorry, Dave. I’m afraid I can’t do that.” — 2001: A Space Odyssey — HAL 9000 (Douglas Rain) — 1968
NEWS TO ME
(FROM HEIDI)
FUN
FACT FOR YOU:
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✓ On average, every adult human has 2-9 pounds (1-4kg) of bacteria in their body.
✓ People who maintain a good grip and eye contact during a handshake receive higher ratings from potential bosses than those who don’t.
✓ Humans are the sweatiest primates alive.
✓ Over 100 feral cats live at Disneyland and help keep the rodent population under control
✓ According to studies, men change their minds 2 to 3 times more often than women.
WEIRD NEWS
Lay’s is marking the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a huge rollout of 40 limited-edition chip flavors inspired by cuisines from competing countries. Just 3 will be sold in the U.S.: Argentinian-Style Steak with Chimichurri, Brazilian-Style Garlic Sauce, and Wavy French Onion Soup. Each flavor highlights bold, regional tastes – from herby steak to tangy garlic and rich, cheesy onion. In international markets, Lay’s Canadian Maple Caramel will be sold in Korea, Singapore, Malaysia and the Philippines, honoring Canada’s iconic maple syrup. Chip lovers in the UK and Spain will get to try Lay’s English Bangers and Mash, inspired by the British culinary tradition. The chips hit stores and online shops next month. LINK: https://tinyurl.com/ynjm2umw
QUESTION OF THE DAY
You’re more likely to do THIS if you’re in your 50s than if you’re in your 20s. It’s something you would do at night. What is it?
Answer: Sleep naked
SOMETHING SPECIAL WITH HEIDI SMALL
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THE LIST
MILLENNIAL CHILDHOOD HARDSHIPS:
As you know, Boomers looooove to reminisce about their childhood hardships. Recently, a Threads user asked: “What is the Millennial equivalent of “‘I walked to school in the snow uphill both ways’?” Here are some of the more…entertaining responses…
→ “I had to carry my iPod, camera, AND cell phone in my purse in high school. They were all separate!!!!”
→ “Waited 24 hours to download a single song from Napster.”
→ “We had to trek to Blockbuster to get 1 movie to watch for the night!”
→ “Remember when we had to call the theater to listen to start times.”
→ “Walked to the club in a foot of snow wearing a mini dress, stilettos, and no jacket.”
→ “If you missed a TV episode when it aired, you just accepted your fate.”
→ “Collect call from crazy sketchy pay phones to get a ride home.”
→ “It’s absolutely having to wait for mom to get off the phone so I could get back on the Internet and talk to my friends.”
→ “Weekend and evening cellphone minutes.”
GOOD NEWS
Dramatic
Helicopter Rescue Saves Worker Dangling 75 Feet Up In Palm Tree
https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news
