Today we visit with Julian McCullough - The Greatest Average American on ABC TV and on HULU the next day! https://abc.com/show/a0f061ad-bc3e-49f4-926f-40f80f8c7090
TODAY'S REASON TO PARTY! (special thanks to ListOfNationalDays.com)
Vitamin C Day
https://cookingwithjanica.com/vitamin-c-red-bull-cocktail/
SURVEYS, STUDIES & SUCH
Which are you most likely to believe: an online customer review — or an influencer? A new survey of 2,000 consumers in the US found that Gen Z is far more likely to trust everyday customer reviews. About 72% said that reviews are the most credible factor when deciding whether to engage with a brand. Independent research and expert opinions follow close behind, while news coverage also ranks right up there. On the other hand, trust drops for brand-created content, including ads, social media, and influencer posts, which placed lowest overall. The findings suggest younger consumers are increasingly skeptical of paid promotions, and prefer authentic, third-party perspectives. Clear, useful information and “real people” sharing honest experiences are the biggest drivers of engagement, signaling a shift toward transparency over polished marketing.
BIG SCREEN-LITTLE SCREEN
Now that the dust has settled on the “Stranger Things” finale, fans can zero in on the fact that its creators have multiple new shows on the 2026 Netflix schedule. The first is a horror series called “Something Very Bad Is Going To Happen”, which premieres on the streamer tomorrow. EPs Matt and Ross Duffer serve as producers on the show, which is about the scary happenings in the week leading up to a young couple’s wedding. During the first episode, “a few terrifying hints” emerge for viewers to catch on to, which will be answered throughout its 8 episodes. The series stars Camila Morrone, Adam DiMarco, and Jennifer Jason Leigh.
After executive producing and co-hosting “The Greatest Roast of All Time: Tom Brady”, Netflix‘s first-ever live roast, which became one of the major cultural moments of 2024, Kevin Hart is set to get roasted himself during a live, televised ceremony on May 10 — the final night of “Netflix Is a Joke Fest 2026”. Unlike Brady, who confessed post-roast that he “wouldn’t do that again” out of concern for its impact on his family, Hart knows what to expect going in. After all, he’s already in the fold of the Netflix roast as an EP, and has plenty of experience with the format.
Sarah Ferguson says she never planned to participate in a reality TV show about cloning Queen Elizabeth’s corgis. In a statement shared with People mag, a rep for Ferguson denied the claim that the former Duchess of York intended to star in a reality series that would have seen her sell clones of the queen’s corgis, Muick and Sandy, which she and her ex-husband, the former Prince Andrew, took in following the late monarch’s death in 2022. The statement reads, in part: “Ms. Ferguson regularly receives varied TV offers and proposals — often for reality shows which she always declines.”
DID YA KNOW!?
DID YOU KNOW… Some insects can survive being frozen solid. They produce natural antifreeze chemicals in their bodies. This allows them to thaw out and continue living.
JOKE
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SCOOP
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In an effort to raise money for Alzheimer’s research, a charity group is set to raffle off an incredibly rare prize, an original Picasso painting. Created by the artist in 1941, "Tête de femme” is a portrait of Dora Maar, one of his most celebrated muses and companions. The artwork is valued at more than $1 million dollars and the raffle is open to people in the US and around the world. Organized by French TV host and philanthropist Peri Cochin, this is the third edition of the international fundraising initiative known as “1 Picasso For 100 Euros”. The painting itself reflects the artist’s iconic Cubist period and larger Dora Maar portraits have sold in past auctions for $20-30 million dollars, placing this piece within one of the most sought after collections in modern art history. The raffle drawing will be broadcast live on April 14th at Christie’s in Paris under legal supervision and has already sold half of its 120,000 tickets worldwide. The first time this event was held in 2013, a 25 year old man from Pennsylvania was the winner and received a Picasso worth more than $1 million dollars. All proceeds will be dedicated to funding scientific research into Alzheimer’s. According to the World Health Organization, the disease affects more than 35 million people globally, including over 7 million in the United States alone. If you would like to learn more visit: https://1picasso100euros.com/
Some homeowners place bars of soap – especially Irish Spring – around their yards to repel pests. The strong scent can deter animals like deer, rabbits, and even some insects from damaging plants. Gardeners often shave or chop the soap and place it in mesh bags near vulnerable areas. While it may help protect your greenery, it’s not foolproof—particularly when it comes to mice, which are just as likely to chew on it as avoid it.
THE MOVIE QUOTE OF THE DAY
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“Go that way, really fast. If something gets in your way… turn.” — Better Off Dead — Charles De Mar (Curtis Armstrong) — 1985
NEWS TO ME
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FUN
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✓ All the paint on the Eiffel Tower weighs the same as 10 elephants.
✓ The modern “popped collar” originated as a way to keep tennis players’ necks from getting sunburnt.
✓ In the 18th Century, high heels were fashionable even for children.
✓ Cold showers have more health benefits than hot or warm showers. These include improved circulation, stimulating weight loss, and easing depression.
✓ The little bits of fur inside a cat’s ear that help keep out dirt are called “furnishings”.
WEIRD NEWS
In what can only be described as a “total dad-move”, a man has once again turned grocery runs into a goal achieved, parking in every space at his local supermarket. After completing a similar challenge in Bromley, England in 2021, Gareth Wild restarted the quest when he moved to Devizes in 2024. Using a satellite map, he tracked all 108 spots — excluding disabled and motorcycle spots — over the course of 1 year, 7 months, and 2 days. The 44-year-old logged receipts, times, and even ranked spaces, spending £89 (US$120) on parking and over £9,500 ($13,000) on groceries. Now, with his mission accomplished, he admits it’s oddly sad — and he’s already eyeing a larger parking lot for his next challenge.
QUESTION OF THE DAY
About 1/3 of all people are guilty of doing THIS at least once a week — and it’s always done outside. What is it?
Answer: Running a red light
SOMETHING SPECIAL WITH HEIDI SMALL
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THE LIST
FAMOUS PEOPLE’S WEIRD MIDDLE NAMES:
☞ Richard Tiffany Gere
☞ Daniel Wroughten Craig
☞ Demi Gene Moore
☞ Drew Allison Carey
☞ Catherine Zeta Jones
☞ Quincy Delight Jones
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William Frederick Dempsey George Rufus Sutherland
GOOD NEWS
A Young Girl’s Disappointing Moment At A Hockey Game Became A Powerful Lesson In Kindness. https://www.sunnyskyz.com
