This #MovieStarMonday we visit with Mark Harmon (Summer School, NCIS) and Leon Caroll Jr about their latest book “Ghosts of Sicily: The True Story of the Naval Intelligence Agents Who Courted the Mob to Fight Nazis in America and the Battlefields of Italy”
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TODAY'S REASON TO PARTY! (special thanks to ListOfNationalDays.com)
Twilight Zone Day
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SURVEYS, STUDIES & SUCH
For the roughly one billion people worldwide living with migraines, the constant question of “what triggered this?” often goes unanswered. While many patients suspect weather and air pollution play a role, evidence has been limited. Now, a 23-year study of over 7,000 migraine patients in Israel has found this: Air quality and weather patterns may work together to raise migraine risk — and that includes vehicle exhaust. Researchers found that spikes in nitrogen dioxide, a traffic-related pollutant, and changes in sunlight intensity were linked to more emergency migraine visits the following day. The effect is even stronger when paired with some seasonal conditions, like heat and dryness in summer, or cold, humid winter air. The findings suggest migraines may be driven by a “layered” environmental effect, where short-term pollution acts as a trigger and broader weather patterns amplify the pain.
BIG SCREEN-LITTLE SCREEN
A Nevada judge has sentenced “Dances With Wolves” actor Nathan Chasing Horse to life in prison for sexually assaulting Indigenous women and girls. A jury had previously convicted the 49-year-old of 13 charges, mostly related to sexual assault of 3 women. Accusers and their families told the judge they continue to suffer from the trauma caused by Chasing Horse, and struggle with their faith after he exploited his position as a spiritual leader. His initial arrest in 2023 led to law enforcement in other states and Canada following up with more criminal charges. Those are still pending.
Kevin Hart is keeping the laughs, smiles, and tears coming in a new Audible Original series. Last week, he announced “Kids Make Me Angry”, a new audiobook chronicling a 2-decade journey of fatherhood. Kids will break down 8 phases of fatherhood, including growing up with an absent father, becoming a dad for the first time, and dropping off his kids at college. The new series is Hart’s third with Audible, and follows the success of “The Decision: Overcoming Today’s BS for Tomorrow’s Success”, and “Monsters & How to Tame Them.” Kids Make Me Angry will be available to stream and download on June 4.
DID YA KNOW!?
DID YOU KNOW… Some moths have no mouths. They exist only to reproduce. Once they emerge, they live off energy stored from their caterpillar stage.
JOKE OF THE DAY
(FROM
HEIDI)
SCOOP
OF THE DAY
A
simple change in your bathroom could help both your teeth and the
planet. A new review suggests silicone toothbrushes may clean as
effectively as traditional plastic ones, while being gentler on
gums…and potentially more durable. Researchers found promising
evidence, including similar plaque removal and even effectiveness
without water in some cases. With billions of plastic brushes
discarded each year, silicone alternatives could reduce waste—though
more research is needed to confirm their benefits across different
designs and users.
Kevin Hart is testing whether vertical has
a sense of humor. His production company Hartbeat is rolling out a
slate of vertical comedy on its LOL Network, starting with 'Freshman
15,' fifteen 15-minute stand-up specials from digitally native comics
shot for the phone-shaped screen. Short-form mobile isn't new turf
for Hart: He was an early Quibi partner, and 'Die Hart' was the app's
biggest summer hit before the whole experiment collapsed six months
in. The bigger swing here: Hart is the first A-lister trying to
diversify a format that's caught on fast but stayed locked into one
lane (namely soapy romances about alpha werewolves and secret
billionaire husbands). If it works, verticals open up past romance.
If it flops, at least the industry gets a useful data point on why
the genre monoculture exists in the first place.
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THE MOVIE QUOTE OF THE DAY
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you have a favorite quote.... you can send it to us at the bottom of
the page at JohnAndHeidiShow.com
“This is the way.” — The Mandalorian — The Mandalorian (Pedro Pascal) — 2019
NEWS TO ME
(FROM HEIDI)
FUN
FACT FOR YOU:
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✓ The entire Internet weighs the same as one large strawberry.
✓ Sitting on the toilet for eight hours uses the same number of calories as one hour of jogging.
✓ The first jukeboxes came with earphones – only one person could listen at a time.
✓ There are 550 hairs in the average eyebrow.
✓ Melting an ice cube in your mouth burns about 2.3 calories.
WEIRD NEWS
Organizers of England’s Cumbria Nature Festival had to clear up an unexpected mix-up: it’s a celebration of wildlife, not a nudist gathering. After a prospective attendee asked the honest question, the team posted an “important clarification” explaining the event is for “naturalists” – people who love nature – not “naturists”, which is something else entirely. While stressing they don’t judge anyone, organizers asked guests to come dressed appropriately. They even offered full refunds to anyone who booked tickets under the wrong assumption, though none have taken them up on it. An organizer admitted the confusion is understandable, and said they hope even the mistakenly intrigued will still enjoy the festival (with their pants on). It runs May 8-10. LINK: https://tinyurl.com/4t3wuupm
QUESTION OF THE DAY
21% of us admit we’ve done THIS to end a conversation on the phone. What is it?
Answer: Yawn
SOMETHING SPECIAL WITH HEIDI SMALL
(FROM HEIDI)
THE LIST
SECRET MENU…INGREDIENTS:
Here are some surprising food product ingredients that you’re probably eating, but didn’t know about it until now…
☞ Cockroaches in coffee: Some coffee beans become infested before processing, and small insect fragments may remain. Quality control removes most, but not always everything.
☞ Parasitic worms in fish: Fish can contain dead parasites even after cleaning. Freezing or proper cooking kills them, making the fish safe to eat.
☞ Minerals (“rocks”) in your tofu: Additives like calcium carbonate (chalk) and silicon dioxide (sand-derived) are used for texture and stability in tofu and other foods and products, like bread and toothpaste. They’re generally considered safe…but sound alarming.
☞ Wood in ice cream: Cellulose from wood pulp is used as a thickener or stabilizer. It helps texture but large amounts may affect gut bacteria.
☞ Laxative ingredients in plant-based meats: Methyl cellulose helps mimic meat texture and juiciness. It also acts as a laxative, especially in higher quantities.
☞ Wax coatings on fruits: Fruits like apples and bananas may be coated with wax (sometimes from insects or plants) to preserve freshness. These coatings can trap dirt or chemicals.
☞ Food waste in supplements: Protein powders and additives often come from byproducts like bones, skins, or fruit pulp. This reduces waste but isn’t always obvious to consumers.
☞ Petrochemical-derived flavorings in your pudding, etc: Some artificial flavors are made from petrochemicals but are chemically identical to natural ones. They’re cheaper and easier to produce.
☞ Arsenic in rice: Rice can absorb arsenic from soil and water more than other crops. Levels are monitored, but regular consumption raises concerns.
GOOD NEWS
23-Year-Old’s 9-Day Live Stream Raises Over $68 Million For Children Fighting Cancer. https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news
