Ashley and Brad Show - ABS 2026-06-23

Ashley and Brad Show - ABS 2026-06-24

News; birthdays/events; things we did as kids that would actually be considered 'bad parenting' today; word of the day. News; game: songs with dance or dancing in the title; has anyone ever revealed your 'big news' accidentally/prematurely?; amusement park or water park for the Summer? News; what's the best customer service you've received recently?; game:battle of the sexes 1; game:battle of the sexes 2. News; do you prefer social media over actual class reunions?; best movie snacks; goodbye/fun facts....national pralines day..French sugar industrialist, Marshal du Plessis-Praslin (1598-1675), originally inspired the early pralines. At the Chateau of Vaux-le-Vicomte during the 17th century, du Plessis-Praslin created his first pralines, made with almonds and individually coated in caramelized sugar. The French settlers brought their recipe into Louisiana, an area of the United States where both sugar cane and pecan trees were plentiful. During the 19th century, New Orleans chefs substituted pecans for almonds, added cream to thicken the confection, and thus creating what is known throughout the Southern United States as the praline. A trip might be in order to truly appreciate the pralines American origins. Learn about the history of pralines on a walking tour in New Orleans' French Quarter, the birthplace of pralines in the United States.

Ashley and Brad Show - ABS 2026-06-23

News; birthdays/events; if you found out a neighbor was 'stealing your wi-fi'....what would you do? (funny story); word of the day. News; if food/beverages in the grocery store had a QR code to find out more about the product (nutritionally) would you scan it?; game: celebrity autobiographies; do you show up as 'the most put together version of yourself' of does it depend where you're going/what you're doing? News; unrealistic 'everyday life' habits portrayed in movies; game: 3 word celebrity descriptions; do seasons make you SAD? (Seasonal Affective Disorder) News; restaurants are putting up signs that say "if you can't afford to tip then don't eat out"...agree??; game: general trivia; goodbye/fun facts....National Hydration Day is all about the power of a simple drink—water. This day reminds everyone how essential hydration is, not just for comfort but for keeping the body working at its best. Without enough water, everything feels harder. Muscles tighten, headaches creep in, and focus slips away. Dehydration can also increase the risk of developing kidney stones. Even mild dehydration can leave you sluggish and out of sync. The body relies on fluids to regulate temperature, digest food, and keep joints moving smoothly. Elevate your hydration by adding lemons, strawberries, or cucumbers and let them steep in your water. This not only enhances taste but also makes drinking more enjoyable. and don't forget to keep your pets hydrated too!! Fresh water every day is essential for them too!!

Ashley and Brad Show - ABS 2026-06-22

News; birthdays/events; TSA warning to World Cup fans...but Ashley has a suggestion; word of the day. News; there are 4 different types of introverts; game: quiz; game: feud. News; toddler had a very unusual theme for his 3rd birthday party; is there a question you are tired of being asked?; what are you doing for July 4th? News; bunk bed injuries...have you ever hurt yourself in a bunk bed?; game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....national eclair day...Eclairs are a particular pastry made from a dough called pate a choux that is piped it into an oblong shape using a pastry bag. Once baked, the eclair is light and crispy on the outside and hollow on the inside making it the perfect avenue for transporting creamy vanilla or chocolate creme. In some regions of the United States, Long Johns are marketed under the name eclairs. However, the two are not quite identical. Long Johns are made with donut pastry and typically filled with vanilla pudding or custard. The eclair, on the other hand, requires a little more effort and expense to make.

Ashley and Brad Show - ABS 2026-06-19

News; birthdays/events; how do you feel about sharing your food? kids and animals will tell/show you exactly how they feel about it!; word of the day. News; game: breakfast cereal slogan; favorite fairy tales...Shrek? Cinderella? Frozen?; funny stories (Reddit list) of when people realized they were dating an idiot. News; game: Brad reads 80's song lyrics; if you could have one service performed at your house every day, what would you choose?; things that make us smile. News; game: sax song quiz; best mosquito repellent ideas; goodbye/fun facts....national Garfield Day. Garfield is a famous, fun-loving, fictional cat from the famous comic strip Garfield which was created by writer Jim Davies. The lazy lasagna-loving tabby cat was named after Davis' grandfather, James A. Garfield Davis. In the comic strip, a beagle named Odie makes a regular appearance as Garfield's co-character. Garfield launched on June 19, 1978. The strip chronicled the life of Garfield and it also introduced Garfield's owner, Jon Arbuckle and Jon's dog, Odie. The publication became syndicated in 2013 in roughly 2,580 newspapers and journals and holds the Guinness World Record for being the world's most widely syndicated comic strip. There have been several animated specials, a saturday morning show, and several movies!

Ashley and Brad Show - ABS 2026-06-18

News; birthdays/events; how well is your brain functioning? (real age test); word of the day. News; game: songs with 'hey' in the lyrics; Summer camps....revamped!!; interesting dilemma...(Ashley's friend) as humans we tend to judge others...especially when it comes to children (having them, how they are being raised etc) do you ever feel like you have to defend your choices to others (in-laws, friends, etc)? News; game: TV show catchphrases; The World Cup and how the Japanese are setting the etiquette bar high; what kind of a dad are you...in comparison to your dad (Men's Health survey/list) News; game: password; funny/odd/weird things you've memorized; goodbye/fun facts....International Picnic Day invites everyone to embrace the simple joy of al fresco dining. This global celebration encourages friends, families, and communities to gather outdoors, share delicious food, and create lasting memories. The picnic as we know it today didn't exist until after the French Revolution when royal parks opened to the public for the first time, popularizing picnics. By the early 1800's the concept of picnic spreads to Britain and the rest of the Isles, with an official Picnic Society meeting regularly near the Pantheon in London. So...pack your favorite snacks, find a scenic spot, and enjoy the fresh air....you might even make some new friends.