Ashley and Brad Show

News; birthdays/events KATIE; do you like your initials on things...Ashley hates it!; word of the day. News; not into the Superbowl...what about the puppy bowl or the NFL Superbowl bad lip sync videos?; game: rock star's real names; do you like silence or noise when working...one of these is better than the other! News; do you add "family rules" to standard board games (funny list); game: is Ashley as smart as 5th grader?; are regional accents going away? News; over 52% of people have never deleted one thing from their devices....what?!?!?!; game: outburst; goodbye/fun facts....national cheesy socks day...It wasn't that long ago that socks were simply a utilitarian accessory that had no other purpose than keeping those feet warm or to show status--During the Middle Ages, socks were more than just practical clothing items; they were a symbol of wealth and social standing ...but today, socks have become a fashionable way for people to express themselves. And the more outrageous the better. Mismatched socks is another trend that has grown in popularity recently. It used to be that mismatched socks were simply an accident, but now they happen on purpose.

News; birthdays/events; do you care more about the food/party or the actual game on Superbowl Sunday?; word of the day. News; game: pop music #1 1976 hits; would you use cayenne pepper to help you stay warm in the Winter?; places in the world where people are forbidden to go. News; game: songs with the word "me" in the title; if you figured out a secret company recipe/formula...would you share it?; what are some of the new emojis coming out? News; game: I should have known that yes or no?; what's your color personality?; goodbye/fun facts....National DJ Day might celebrate the work of our favorite disc jockeys, but it stems from the work of ONE famous jock: Alan Freed, who was known as 'Moondog'. This 1950s DJ, who coined the term 'rock and roll,'---so we celebrate the talents of all the disc jockeys, from those playing the 'Chicken Dance' for the millionth time at a wedding to the club DJ's that help create that party atmosphere to the radio personalities who work on the air. In 1909, Ray Newby, a 16-year-old college student started playing records from a small transmitter — long before the term 'disc jockey' is popularized....that happened in 1935 when Walter Winchell coined the term 'disc jockey.'

News; birthdays/events; things we learned in school that are rarely, if ever, taught today because they are considered useless; word of the day. News; the 'weekend equation' for the perfect weekend; game: quiz; game: feud. News; Brach's is bringing back the candy conversation Valentine's Hearts...with an update; would you (or have you ever) attempt to break a Guiness Book record? which record should A&B try to break?; the newest trend in de-cluttering. News; lots of people quit/start new jobs in January...what's the worst job you ever had?; game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....national popcorn day. While it is unclear how far back in human history popcorn goes, a cave in New Mexico shows that popped kernels of corn may have been in use more than 5000 years ago. Corn has played an important role in the diets of many cultures, and has spread to be a worldwide phenomenon since it was imported from the new world. Did you know that the corn we eat and the corn we pop are two different varieties of maize? In fact, the corn you'd find on your dinner table is most likely unable to pop at all! Only one variety of corn is able to become popcorn--This particular corn variety has small ears, and the kernels burst when exposed to dry heat. In the early 1900's Louise Ruckheim added peanuts and molasses to popcorn to bring Cracker Jack to the world...today there are endless amounts of sweet and savory choices...or for a healthier option...just plain is great.

News; birthdays/events; game: TV shows audio; word of the day. News; what skills take only a few minutes to learn but can come in handy your entire life?; Mind the gap pt 1; Mind the gap pt 2. News; would you rather admit your age, weight, or salary?; textured treadmills?; have you noticed the NFL pre game tunnel is turning into a fashion show. News; Matthew McConaughey is kind of sort of standing up to A.I.; we talked about neighborhood factory smells...what about neighborhood sounds?; goodbye/fun facts....National Quinoa Day...a known superfood, quinoa is full of dietary fiber and proteins. Originally cultivated in South America, the popularity of the grain spread in the U.S. as a gluten-free alternative to wheat and wheat-based dishes. Quinoa has been cultivated for thousands of years by the Andean people. In an area where few crops could survive, quinoa grew easily. A particularly resilient plant, quinoa can survive drought, hail, high salinity, wind, and frost, which is a good thing in a place like the Andes. Most commercial quinoa will already be washed and have the saponin removed but it's a good idea to rinse it just before you use it.

News; birthdays/events COACH; do you use different sponges in your house to clean different things? (Ashley does!!); word of the day. News; game: celebrity authors; double standard: if baseball players can throw balls into the stands...why is it not okay for football players to do it?; most popular sandwich in the U.S. News; game: what year was it?; underhanded insults/phrases that people use which come across really rude; "Karen" is so yesterday!! News; game: popular songs lyrics; do you check in with your loved ones every day or several days a week?; goodbye/fun facts....National Bagel Day pays homage to this dense and delectable bread, celebrating the diverse range of bagels now available and the history of a type of bread that is over 600 years old--they've been around since the 14th century and were first recorded as being handed out to women who had just undergone childbirth in Poland and today bagels can be found just about anywhere: breakfast joints, coffee shops, supermarkets and of course deli's. Bagels made the jump to America with a massive Polish-Jewish immigration in the 1800s that firmly entrenched itself in New York City where it thrived but they didn't make their way to the national scale until the mid 20th-century where automation made mass manufacturing much more efficient. If you see the word beigel, then it's not a typo, bagels are also known as beigels, it's just the old fashioned spelling. The name bagel itself also comes from the German for 'bracelet'.

News; birthdays/events; worst games of all time according to geek rating; word of the day. News; features in cars that should make a comeback (list); what would it take to get you to pick up and move to a new city/state?; game: David Letterman trivia. News; where do you go/what do you do to cheer yourself up?; when the weather is to "wintery" for you...do you do movie marathons or get back in the warm bed and nap?; game: Ken Jennings Jeopardy questions. News; how to be an unbothered person; game: guess the song with the letter o; goodbye/fun facts....National Take the Stairs Day ...supported by the American Lung Association in an effort to help people have healthier lungs and bodies. We're not moving as much as we should. To top it, the air we breathe gets increasingly unhealthy. Over 3.7 million Americans live with chronic lung diseases like asthma, COPD, interstitial lung disease or lung cancer. Climbing stairs strengthens muscles, joints and bones as well as contributing to heart health...The good thing about stairs is you'll find them everywhere: at the office, apartment complexes, malls....any place that has more than 1 story.

News; birthdays/events; when was the last time you changed your voicemail outgoing message?; word of the day. News; when mom isn't home to cook...does dad let have kids whatever they want?; game: baby boomer trivia; are you more apt to 'give back' if it makes you feel patriotic? News; have you ever had to fire anyone? how do you do it?; game: getting to know you; all the holiday bills coming in? there might be a way to make it cheaper. News; do you hide your favorite food? (from roommates, spouses, kids); game: who wants to be a fake millionaire?; goodbye/fun facts....National Peach Melba Day...A decadent, sticky, sweet melange of peaches, raspberry sauce and ice cream. Made for and named in honor of the famous australian opera singer Nellie MelbaWhile establishing her career on the opera circuit, soprano Nellie frequently stayed in London, and she enjoyed nothing more than eating out, often opting for the restaurants of the esteemed chef, Auguste Escoffier who was known for his lavish feasts, which often featured up to 11 courses, and occasionally, he would create something special for famous guests.

News; birthdays/events; best smells (list from around the world); word of the day. News; MTV trivia; game: quiz; game: feud. News; best national parks to visit in the winter; essential' household items you should never throw away; have you ever gotten hurt playing with your kids? (funny story from Poland) News; smart dog escapes from animal shelter...funny video; game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....national kettlebell day. The kettlebell, cast-iron weight, shaped like a cannonball with a handle...it's origins trace back to 18th-century Russia, where it was initially used as a counterweight for measuring goods. Over time, Russian farmers and strongmen began using kettlebells for strength training. In 1948, kettlebell lifting became the national sport of the Soviet Union. Circus strongmen frequently demonstrated their power with the kettlebell. Some of these circus folk even came to America with their kettlebells, establishing their gyms here, and introducing the American public to this cool new fitness fad. By the 1950s, this new trend had almost vanished from all fitness centers and gyms, however, and would only come back years later. Kettlebells are a great workout tool, burning more calories than your average exercise...an elliptical machine burns only 50 to 125 calories during the same time a kettlebell exercise would burn 300 calories.

News; birthdays/events (LAURALEE'S BIRTHDAY...Ashley's sister); there's goat yoga, cow cuddling farms, and bunny island...fun or gross?; word of the day. News; game: 1976 trivia; do you use your kids as an excuse to buy something you want?; Buzzfeed list of movies that have a different takeaway when you watch again as an adult. News; game: #1 hits from 1976; best travel destinations for 2026; pop culture as courses in college...currently: Taylor Swift, The Beatles, The Golden Girls...what/who do you think would make a good artist to study on the collegiate level? News; game: I should have known that...yes or no?; do you believe these 'fuel myths'?; goodbye/fun facts....national apricot day...related to the peach, the apricot's velvety flesh is quite similar. However, the texture of the golden-orange fruit is firmer, and the flavor more tart than its cousin's. Apricots originated in northeastern China near the Russian border in ancient times. Later, the fruit was introduced to Europe and Armenia. The apricot found its way to North America when English colonists settled in Virginia. The apricot is a versatile ingredient lending itself to both sweet and savory dishes. Perfect for snacking, apricots are the best fresh off the tree...and dried, they are delicious in healthy granola or a salad. Plus they are loaded with vitamins including Vitamin C, B-6, Magnesium, Iron, and Calcium, and are also an excellent source of fiber.

News; birthdays/events; did you ever belong to a celebrity fan club...do they even still exist?; word of the day. News; people born in January might get shortchanged in the birthday present department; if you borrowed something and ruined it...would you come clean or pin it someone else?; game: prison commissary price is right. News; Buzzfeed list of 'outdated' home trends that need to make a comeback; CES 2026 gadgets; game: word ladder. News; do you prefer a weighted blanket or electric blanket in the Winter?; game: general trivia; goodbye/fun facts....show and tell at work day...just like you used to do in kindergarten-- but this day is for adults to indulge themselves! While the exact origins of the activity are unknown, one of the first references to show and tell was in the 1954 journal "Childhood Education." The activity can help children build storytelling abilities, bridge the school and home, encourage bonds with one another, and enhance their communication skills....and the same can happen for adults at the workplace.

News; birthdays/events; are you a fan or a fantatic?; word of the day. News; new app for watching TV...but works like a dating app; game: outburst; the new bedtime alarm trend. News; most people would choose this food for their last meal...Ashley would even eat this; game: I should have known that; 38% of men think women should never do this. News; the great sandwich survey 2026; game: everybody knows; goodbye/fun facts....national tempura day...Although the Portuguese living in Nagasaki in the 16th century introduced it, tempura...or deep frying food in it's distinctive batter, as no bread crumbs are used--has become entrenched in Japanese culture. The great thing about this batter is that it is highly versatile and so it can be teamed with a wide range of seafood, vegetables, and meat. And if you want something sweet, you can even make tempura with chocolate and ice cream.

News; birthdays/events; 2025 list of overused words that people want banned in 2026; word of the day. News; reasons NOT to call 911...would you ever do any of these?; game: songs with 'change' in them; 52 week challenge...for money. News; lots of students will have this experience during spring break; game: Foolish Frankie plays famous songs...can you guess these?; do you rant and rave when you get upset? News; would you rent your clothes out?; game: mindtrap; goodbye/fun facts....National Shortbread Day: the buttery, melt-in-your-mouth treat is Scotland's best gift to the world. Baked without a leavening component such as baking soda or powder, it's dense and rustic texture stands out from any other! Originating in Scotland in the 12th century and benefiting from cultural exchange with French pastry chefs, shortbread's original recipe calls for a simple mix of butter in the flour. The fattening of the dough shortens it, hence the name 'shortbread.' shortbread has variants worldwide, including Danish butter cookies and Irish "shortie" biscuits. Why not start the new year on a sweet note by enjoying this Scottish delight?

News; birthdays/events; what are some things to look forward to in 2026?; word of the day. News; game: quiz; game: feud; how do you really feel about Mondays? News; study--7 mental strengths that are rare today...part 1; study--7 mental strengths that are rare today...part 2; where do you hide cash in your house? Ashley's grandma used to hide it in the freezer! News; things you should never apologize for; game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....weigh in day...the holidays are officially over and unfortunately, due to the amount of food and drink consumed during the holiday season, chances are you may have gained a bit of weight during the holidays. But as unnerving as it is to get on that scale...it's better to know exactly where you are so it doesn't get out of hand. If you're having problems deciding what foods you should be cutting down on/eating more of, and which exercises you should be doing to help you achieve your goal weight, there are plenty of dietitians, nutritionists and personal trainers out there who will be glad to help you get healthier and lose weight the right way. So take a deep breath, exhale, then get on that scale!

News; birthdays/events; what are pop culture predictions for this year?; word of the day. News; game: new year's resolutions trivia; a new restaurant is going with a famous board game motif; do ease back into your new year work scedule or just in and get going? News; game: battle of the sexes part 1; game: battle of the sexes part 2; how long does it take you to write the current year on forms/checks? News; great 'Ted Talks' to watch; winter is most people's least favorite season...how do you make it 'tolerable'?; goodbye/fun facts....national buffet day...The buffet table itself derives from the Brannvinsbord, a type of Swedish beverage table from the 16th Century. This was a buffet system where women and men ate in different rooms but still had an array of food to choose from. In the 18th century, the modern buffet began appearing as a smorgasbord. The smorgasbord was initially a table where pre-dinner drinks and nibbles were served to a group of guests separately from the main dinner, but over time people started to use it to serve the main meal too. The word 'buffet'' actually originates from a type of French sideboard used to serve food and the word was much easier to pronounce in the English-speaking world and was considerably easier to remember. In the 1940s the American buffet began in Las Vegas...and by the 1980's buffets were commonplace...not so much anymore.

News; birthdays/events; things to buy in January; word of the day. News; game: New Year's resolutions trivia; what were the best movies in 2025...did you see any of these?; what's on Expedia's destinations of the year list for 2026? News; game: now and then; what did you learn from 2025?; how young is too young for kids to do laundry?...Most dads think this age is ideal. News; game: true or false New Year's traditions; Parade magazine: things you should always keep to yourself; goodbye/fun facts....Public Domain Day is the time to show appreciation for and celebrate the various works of literature and music that become free to access for the public. Copyrighted works that have been around for a number of years will eventually enter the public domain....meaning anyone can legally use it without having to ask permission or pay royalties. While the rules are different in each country regarding the length of time, in many countries (like the United States and Europe), the time frame is 70 years after the original artist's death, but some works may last for up to 100 years before entering into public domain. For 2026: books like The Maltese Falcon, cartoons: Bettie Boop and Blondie and Dagwood, from music: songs Georgia On My Mind and Dream a Little Dream Of Me.

News; birthdays/events; NYE fun facts/trivia; word of the day. News; if you are 'new' to the gym...keep these rules in mind; game: pop culture from 2025; why you should keep lots of salt in your house. News; if you lived near a factory would you complain to the city council about the smell? does it depend on the odor?; game: saxophone quiz; places you shouldn't use your phone (because people use them EVERYWHERE!) News; Hollywood reporter's list of 'the best moments of 2025'; game: headlines/hoax ---truth or trash?; goodbye/fun facts....National Champagne Day, celebrated informally on December 31, is all about enjoying sipping on this bubbly beverage. It comes at a perfect time on New Year's Eve, especially for champagne lovers, giving us an even better excuse to pop open a bottle — or two! Genuine champagne only comes from France's Champagne region. French law protects where and how it is made. Unlike other wines, Champagne ferments in the bottle allowing the vintner to trap the CO2 in the bottle. The bubbles give Champagne its effervescence. If it's not from France...it's called: prosecco, sparkling wine, cava, cremant, and espumante.

News; birthdays/events; New Year's traditions around the world; word of the day. News; would you pay more for a "certified pre-owned" item?; game: guess the sax solo; besides your keys, wallet, and phone...what 3 other things do you always make sure you have before you leave the house? News; what are you doing for "twixmas"; Mind the gap 1; Mind the gap 2. News; how to celebrate New Year's Eve at home with kids; are you more likely to finish your tasks/to-do's when someone offers to help you? would you ask for help or wait for someone to offer?; goodbye/fun facts....national bacon day...The United States and Canada make bacon from the pork belly. Other countries around the world use the side and back cuts of pork. The meat is cured in either a salt brine or a salt pack. It is then either dried, boiled, or smoked....but every bacon eater agrees--everything tastes better with a little bacon. You can even also find many items flavored or scented with bacon, including popcorn, soap, candles, air fresheners. The word "bacon" can be traced back to various languages from before the 12th century. Most notably from the French word "bako" and the Germanic "bakkon" which specifically refer to the rear of the pig. The popular phrase "bring home the bacon" can be traced to the 12 century, in the English town of Dunmow. The church promised to reward a side of bacon to any married man who swore before God and the congregation that he would not quarrel with his wife for a year and a day.

News; birthdays/events; what's the "7-38-55" rule when it comes to communication?; word of the day. News; game: quiz; game: feud; how much will a night out for New Year's Eve really cost? News; NFL has a mimosa drink for every team...some of them have very odd ingredients; besides the obvious (registration papers etc)...what are some things you should keep in your car?; great storage solutions for holiday decor (from The Today Show) News; game: calendar trivia; home/crafts to 'repurpose' your Christmas tree; goodbye/fun facts....Pepper Pot Day...aka 'The Soup That Won The War.' The war here refers to the American Revolutionary War for independence from Britain. The Philadelphia Pepper Pot soup is a peppery thick soup made up of beef tripe, whatever vegetables are available, and of course, lots of peppercorns. During the war, in 1777, the winters were harsh, and the farmers refused to sell food to the Continental army, and instead sold it to the British. Christopher Ludwig was the baker general, which meant that his primary task was to bake bread for the troops. But in this scenario, with no grain to eat in sight and faced with the prospect of starvation, George Washington put Christopher Ludwig in charge of feeding his men. And Christopher Ludwig presented the Pepper Pot soup. Perfect for a cold winter day!

News; birthdays/events; what's on your to-do list on the day after Christmas?; word of the day. News; game: FM radio trivia; if you missed this holiday movie...insiders say it's worth the watch; besides resolutions...what are you hoping for 2026? News; game: Boxing Day trivia; do you wait until after the new year to make any returns/buy things or are you gonna do it today/this weekend?; If you are working in the office until the first of the year…are you getting ANYTHING done? News; game: general trivia (winter); what does your horoscope hold it store for you in 2026?; goodbye/fun facts....national thank you note day...The first thank you notes originated in the 1400's when Europeans exchanged greeting cards with friends and family. In 1856 Pouis Prang introduced thank you notes to the United States after he immigrated from Germany. The practice of expressing thanks through handwritten notes became particularly popular in the United States after etiquette expert Emily Post emphasized its importance in her book on manners. This day is a gentle reminder of the importance of gratitude, especially in our fast-paced, digital world. Writing a thank you note is a heartfelt gesture that shows you genuinely appreciate the kindness, support, or gift you've received.

News; birthdays/events; Jim Gaffigan comedy bit about Christmas; word of the day. News; do you rip open the Christmas gifts or open them methodically?; Guinness record for singing Christmas carols; game: Speak out. News; Christmas fun facts part 1; Nate Bargatze Nativitiy scene Christmas; game: Jingle Bells song quiz. News; Christmas fun facts part 2; game: Christmas trivia; goodbye/fun facts....National Pumpkin Pie Day celebrates the pumpkin pie, a traditional dessert that is enjoyed in North America..typically eaten during the fall and early winter, especially for Thanksgiving and Christmas. In fact, those two holidays are the days when most pumpkin pies are eaten by Americans! The history of the pumpkin pie is a little fuzzy, but its origins seem to date back approximately 400 years. This was in the early 1600s, when settlers in the New World may have used the gourds to make some sort of pie. Pumpkin pie is a type of custard pie, as its filling is a custard made with eggs, milk, sugar, and spices...In the Caribbean, pumpkin pie often includes coconut milk and spices like ginger and allspice, offering a tropical twist on the classic dessert.