Today we visit with Christina Moore - Casa Grande
Five
families navigate the troubling truth of The United States and its
allure for immigrants and what mankind will endure for a taste of the
American dream.
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TODAY'S REASON TO PARTY! (special thanks to ListOfNationalDays.com)
Apple Pie Day - https://abeautifulmess.com/apple-pie-shot/
SURVEYS, STUDIES & SUCH
Casting a ballot may do more than shape elections. It could help you live longer. A long-term study published in The Journals of Gerontology following older adults found that those who voted in the 2008 US presidential election had a lower risk of death over the next 5, 10, and 15 years. The connection held even after accounting for factors like income, education, health, and political affiliation. How does voting help you live longer? Researchers say voting may boost a sense of purpose, connection, and civic engagement, all of which are tied to better well-being. While the study doesn’t prove cause and effect, it suggests that participating in democracy could have meaningful benefits that extend well beyond the ballot box.
BIG SCREEN-LITTLE SCREEN
The White Lotus” has filled its unexpected vacancy, and series creator Mike White didn’t need to look far to do it. Oscar winner Laura Dern, a longtime collaborator and friend of White’s, has joined Season 4 of his HBO series set in France. She replaces Helena Bonham Carter who left the show late last week. Dern will play a new character, which is being developed and written for her by White. HBO said at the time of Carter’s exit that after filming for the new season had gotten underway, “it had become apparent” that the character created for her “did not align, once on set.”
Lisa Kudrow recently told The Times of London that she had to endure some “mean stuff” from the writing staff of “Friends,” who were “mostly men,” during her 10-season run on the sitcom. Kudrow, who starred as the free-spirited ‘Phoebe Buffay’, said the writers reprimanded the cast for forgetting lines and spent their off-hours fantasizing about her female co-stars. Quote: “The guys would be up late discussing their sexual fantasies about Jennifer [Aniston] and Courteney [Cox]. It was intense.”
Apple TV released an official teaser for Season 4 of “Ted Lasso”, which will return on Aug. 5. That’s right, ‘Coach Lasso’, the show’s beloved mustachioed and mild-mannered namesake, who helped guide audiences through a global pandemic with optimism and humanity, is back on the football pitch. Apple CEO Tim Cook, who is stepping down this fall, posted the teaser on social media, writing, “Welcome back coach!” The show has won 13 Emmy Awards and has received 61 Emmy nominations. LINK: https://tinyurl.com/375zfn5w
DID YA KNOW!?
DID YOU KNOW… There are clouds that glow at night. Known as noctilucent clouds, they form high in the atmosphere. They are visible after sunset under specific conditions.
JOKE OF THE DAY
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HEIDI)
SCOOP
OF THE DAY
A new study suggests that simply watching video clips of indulgent foods – like burgers or chocolate desserts – might actually help some dieters eat less. Researchers found that people actively trying to suppress cravings were more drawn to unhealthy food content online, yet ended up consuming fewer snacks afterward. This effect, called “cross-modal satiation,” means seeing rich foods may satisfy cravings…without eating them. In lab tests, participants who viewed indulgent content took fewer chocolates compared to others. However, the effect didn’t work with healthy foods and was only seen in those deliberately restricting their thoughts. While early and limited, the findings could influence future health strategies, and suggested a dieting app could potentially serve up high-quality visuals of indulgent meals to take the edge off cravings, rather than shaming users away from food imagery.
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
“It’s only after we’ve lost everything that we’re free to do anything.” — Fight Club — Tyler Durden (Brad Pitt) — 1999
NEWS TO ME
(FROM HEIDI)
FUN
FACT FOR YOU:
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✓ X can handle up to 18 quintillion user accounts.
✓ Giraffes are the only vertebrate animals that don’t yawn.
✓ Men tend to overestimate women’s interest in them, while women tend to underestimate men’s interest.
✓ Men who grow beards easily and earlier in life are more likely to go bald.
✓ Pigs have surprisingly complex methods of communicating, including by scent, body language, and at least 20 different grunting vocalizations.
WEIRD NEWS
Here’s one way to save some money on the ever-increasing cost of arranging a marriage — and to freak out the traditionalists at the same time: Tattooed engagement rings. The idea is gaining popularity among Gen Z and millennial couples. Instead of spending thousands on diamonds, many are choosing inked bands, which are permanent, personal…and far more affordable. Surveys suggest a growing share would be happy to skip physical rings entirely, with some opting to spend that money on experiences like travel instead. Social media is fueling the shift, as couples showcase creative designs that reflect their personalities. For many, the appeal is both practical and emotional: no risk of losing a ring, and a deeper sense of commitment. Experts say the trend reflects a broader move toward defining relationships on personal terms rather than following old conventions.
QUESTION OF THE DAY
People eat about 20,000 of these over their lifetime. What are they?
Answer: Eggs
SOMETHING SPECIAL WITH HEIDI SMALL
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THE LIST
THE COMMENTS SECTION:
Recently, a Rewind writer posted the question: “People born before 1990, what handy skill do you have that no one uses anymore?” Here are some of the most interesting answers…
⇒ “I know how to iron a shirt, and a pleated skirt.”
⇒ “I can use a map and compass. Even better if it’s topographical.”
⇒ “I can tune up a car that has plugs, points, and a condenser, and check the timing with a timing light.”
⇒ “I can adjust F-stop, shutter speed, and focus on a SLR camera, and process film and prints in a darkroom.”
⇒ “My kids save up their mending for when I come to visit. I can actually darn torn sweaters and socks.”
⇒ “I can figure percentages in my head, parse a sentence, splice a reel-to-reel movie, build a tree fort, identify constellations, and cook from scratch.”
⇒ “I can play the accordion!”
GOOD NEWS
“My Guardian Angel”: Tourist’s Warning Leads to Life-Saving Cancer Diagnosis for Tour Guide. https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news
