Today we visit with Dionne Warwick about "Ocean In The Desert", the first release from "DWuets," the final album of Ms. Warwick's 65-year recording career. The single features a first time collaboration between Warwick and Emmy, Tony, 2x Grammy winning and 3x Oscar nominated artist Cynthia Erivo.
Listen to Dionne Warwick and Cynthia Erivo New Duet Single "Ocean In The Desert" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d5BG2ZJHfTw
"DWuets" is a full album of duets written entirely by 17-time Oscar nominee and Special Oscar recipient Diane Warren - marking the first time Warwick and Warren have worked together. The DW in the duet album's title is a homage to Dionne and Diane's initials.
TODAY'S REASON TO PARTY! (special thanks to ListOfNationalDays.com)
May Day
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SURVEYS, STUDIES & SUCH
There’s no evidence that fluoridation of drinking water results in lowering of children’s IQ. Some U.S. communities have been removing fluoride from drinking water over those fears, but a long-term study following more than 10,000 Americans from their teens into their 80s found no link between fluoridation and reduced intelligence at any age. The findings challenge earlier studies that suggested harm, noting those often relied on unusually high fluoride levels or non-U.S. research, making them less relevant to typical American water systems.
BIG SCREEN-LITTLE SCREEN
Ryan Reynolds confirmed in an interview that he’s got some stuff already written for ‘Deadpool‘s’ return in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. While there’s no info yet on what Reynolds is cooking up for his foul-mouthed superhero, it appears it will not be a standalone “Deadpool 4” movie. Quote: “I have some stuff kind of written, but I don’t think I am ever going to center him again.” While that may mean Deadpool’s life as a big screen main character is be over as far as Reynolds’ iteration of the character is concerned, Reynolds said that Deadpool is also “a supporting character. He is a guy who is great in a group.”
The first reviews for the Michael Jackson biopic "Michael" are out, and Rotten Tomatoes critics are not entirely thrilled with the big-screen story of the King of Pop. Starring the late music icon’s nephew (and Jermaine Jackson’s son) Jaafar Jackson, Michael plays in previews today, before opening widely in theaters tomorrow. At last check, Michael had a 26% “rotten” critics’ score Rotten Tomatoes’ Tomatometer, based on 42 reviews. Michael traces the singer’s career as a child artist with his brothers in The Jackson 5 through his solo career as an adult on his way to becoming one of the most influential voices the pop music.
DID YA KNOW!?
DID YOU KNOW… Some spiders can walk on water. They use surface tension to stay afloat. Tiny hairs on their legs help repel water.
JOKE OF THE DAY
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HEIDI)
SCOOP
OF THE DAY
If you’ve used AI to create one of those cool caricatures of yourself, don’t think that you have exclusive rights to it. The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear a case on whether AI-generated art can be copyrighted. In 2018, artist Stephen Thaler sought copyright for a piece created by personal AI software, but the U.S. Copyright Office rejected it in 2022, saying only human-made works qualify. A 2025 report reinforced that AI outputs alone aren’t copyrightable, though human-guided creations might be. Thaler has also appealed patent rejections, arguing AI inventions deserve protection, but the court refused, saying that the Missouri computer scientist’s art was not eligible for copyright protection because it was not created by a human.
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 so cool.” — True Romance — Alabama (Patricia Arquette) — 1993
NEWS TO ME
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FUN
FACT FOR YOU:
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✓ Earthworms are 82% protein, rich in Omega 3, and pair well with cumin and curry.
✓ People who eat spicy foods tend to live longer.
✓ The average kid eats 12 pounds (5.44 kg) of cereal per year.
✓ August has the most birthdays, February has the least, and most serial killers are born in November.
WEIRD NEWS
Police were relieved when a recent welfare check on an elderly woman found her safe…and playing video games. Westlake, Ohio cops were called to check on the senior after she missed a scheduled safety check through the city’s “Confirm OK” program. Concern grew when she didn’t answer calls or her door, even though her car was in the garage. After entering the home, officers found her safe and sound in her bedroom – fully absorbed in a “bubble pop” video game — and chasing a personal high score. She said she simply didn’t hear the phone. A police spokesperson later said “Everyone got a good laugh out of it.”
QUESTION OF THE DAY
According to a survey, the average person buys 7 of THESE in their lifetime. What is it?
Answer: Washing machine
SOMETHING SPECIAL WITH HEIDI SMALL
(FROM HEIDI)
THE LIST
WORST NAMES FOR GUYS:
The 15 most unattractive male names (according to women):
✗Gus
✗Darold (Apparently, it’s a blend of ‘Darrell’ and ‘Harold’)
✗Frank
✗Arnold
✗Alfred
✗Bob
✗Chad
✗Bart
✗Howard
✗Hubert
✗Cletus
✗Elmer
✗Keith
✗Melvin
✗Marvin
GOOD NEWS
This Rooster Became The Most Expensive Ever At This Auction — And The Reason Why Is Beautiful. https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news
