Ashley and Brad Show - ABS 2026-07-03

Ashley and Brad Show - ABS 2026-07-03

News; birthdays/events; 64% of shoppers do this...do you?; word of the day. News; game: citizenship test; what makes you proud to be an American? what song makes you feel patriotic? (Hollywood Reporter list); do you prefer actual fireworks show, drone shows, or staying at home away from the crowds? News; game: name these 'American' songs; feel good story of the day; July 4th food survey...bbq, best hot dog brands, etc. News; game: patriotic word ladder; the e-book turns 55 tomorrow!; goodbye/fun facts....national chocolate wafter day...Probably the most prominent example of chocolate wafers is the now famous Kit Kat bar, a delicious combination of chocolate and wafers that are popular in America. But those are just the wafers that are covered in chocolate. Founded in 1898, Nabisco is an American manufacturer of cookies and snacks, famous for its iconic brands. Their Famous Chocolate Wafers are a staple for many no-bake desserts, especially the classic icebox cake. Bakers also swear by chocolate wafers as an ingredient in cakes and cheesecakes, and crushed wafers add an interesting texture to pies and tarts. Another version of the chocolate wafer that we consume regularly is the chocolate waffle cone. Creameries serve ice creams in these waffle cones....which is my personal favorite so I think I'll head out to an ice cream shop today!

Ashley and Brad Show - ABS 2026-07-02

News; birthdays/events; we talked about cliches in movies (baguette in grocery bag, etc)...but what about TV commercials?...how many of these do you notice?; word of the day. News; game: mindtrap; phrases that annoy you (list); do you decorate your porch for July 4th? News; game: songs with "Rose" in the title; 2026 TV hall of fame shows; if you could only eat 1 fruit/1 vegetable all Summer long...what would it be? News; game: guess that tune of which Brad reads the lyrics; prevent motion sickness songs; goodbye/fun facts....Made In The USA Day spotlights American manufacturing and encourages consumers to prioritize domestically produced goods, supporting local jobs and strengthening the national economy. It also recognizes and supports the hard work, innovation, and quality that define American manufacturers. Labels on products that signify the country of origin are regulated by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). While these labels are mandatory for imported goods, only some products made in America — for example, automobiles, furs, textiles, and wool — must have the labels. But what exactly makes a product eligible for the 'Made in the USA' stamp? Well, when "all or virtually all" of the product is made in the United States, the brand can ask for a 'Made in the USA' label and the product becomes 'American-made.'

Ashley and Brad Show - ABS 2026-07-01

News; birthdays/events; why don't we "coupon" as much as we used to...what about digital coupons?; word of the day. News; signs that your house is a target to get robbed; how much would you pay for peace and quiet?; how long do you need to wait to discuss a show's "spoiler"? News; game: mind the gap 1; game: mind the gap 2; how likely are you to "play with fireworks"? News; game: just under $1,000 pyramid; remember Garanimals? (Ashley thinks some adults still need that) but what if A.I. could help dress you?; goodbye/fun facts....national U.S. postage stamp. Did you know that the postal service in the United States began with the delivery of stampless letters? And the recipient had to pay for it-- Luckily, not long after, new systems and inventions started to streamline the process, and it became easier and cheaper to send mail. The United States government post office first issued adhesive postage stamps of the value of five and ten cents on July 1 1847. And in 1855, the use of stamps was made mandatory. Initially, stamps would usually feature the face or bust of a former American president or another historically significant statesman. That all changed in the 1890s when the post office realized that selling stamps as collectibles could increase revenue. Founded in 1923, Mystic Stamp Company is one of America's largest stamp dealers, offering a vast inventory of U.S. and worldwide stamps, collecting supplies, and expert advice. They cater to both novice and experienced philatelists.

Ashley and Brad Show - ABS 2026-06-30

News; birthdays/events; throwback music is the #1 thing that triggers happy memories...what on your top 3?; word of the day. News; the movie theater business model could be gone before we know it...what do you think they should do?; game: outburst; do you make weekly meal prep calendars...are you super inspired to try new meals? News; how much work do you do "off the clock"?; game: word ladder; hidden costs of vacation. News; people are surprisingly sensitive about how tall they are...and we start shrinking well before we think we do!; game: I should have known that..yes or no?; goodbye/fun facts....World Snorkeling Day invites everyone to glide just under the surface and discover the hidden wonders below. With a mask, a breathing tube, and a pair of fins, the ocean becomes a living window where reefs, rock gardens, and waving sea grasses create a scene that feels both wild and surprisingly close. Explore a live reef stream or interactive marine tour online. Some aquariums provide excellent videos of tropical ecosystems, while marine educators often host guided "reef walks" explaining what viewers see and why it matters. Plus Watching fish, turtles, and corals frequently encourages greater care for those delicate environments, because damage becomes difficult to ignore once seen firsthand.

Ashley and Brad Show - ABS 2026-06-29

News; birthdays/events; do you judge people on what they eat? HALF of us do!!; word of the day. News; game: quiz; game: feud; Ashley's friend doesn't like new technology because she can't manually adjust the time. News; frugal habits that make sense at home but send the wrong message at work; Gen Z job "requirements"; things your parents warned you about that actually came true (did you think eating your veggies and saving money was a good idea as a kid?) News; even the guy who invented Chat GPT says 'beware'!; game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....National Almond Buttercrunch Day--almond butter crunch became popular in the early 1900s when confectionaires began experimenting with different ways to make toffee. Popularity grew during WWII when families would send the treat to soldiers on the front. Made primarily from butter, the treat was affordable to make and easily transported in packages. Plus, the shelf life lasted a long time. Some people refer to butter crunch as toffee, but there are a few differences between the two. Toffee is a traditional confection made by caramelising sugar with butter, then cooling it...Buttercrunch recipes started evolving when confectioners swapped brown sugar for white granulated sugar and added nuts for extra flavour and texture. Almonds became an especially popular type of nut to use in butter crunch.