Ashley and Brad Show

News; birthdays/events; could your den be your new circut training area?; word of the day.

News; game: who are these artists who died in plane crashes?; the age old question....if you have sons and daughters...do you treat them the same? what about siblings?; what happened to all the regular Halloween costumes....why is everything "sexy"?

News; game: password; tailgating and NFL parties are changing so much because of this; if they 'gamified' reading would you pick up a book?

News; game: movies trivia; are you cutting any of these items out of your shopping list to be more frugal?; goodbye/fun facts....national pumpkin seed day...when you carve your Halloween pumpkin, don't discard its contents! Tucked inside is a nutritional powerhouse--the crunchy, savory seed that is packed with protein, magnesium, and healthy fats, making it the perfect guilt-free snack for a crisp autumn day. Humans have been eating pumpkin seeds for a very long time--In fact, pumpkin seeds have been traced back as far as 7000 BC, according to archeologists excavating a tomb in central Mexico. Pumpkin seeds without shells, also known as pepitas, provide an even better standalone snack. Pepitas are especially delicious when dry roasted. Try adding savory seasonings too. They also make great additions to salads, oatmeal, and even ice cream.

News; birthdays/events; drive thru times vs drive thru accuracy; word of the day.

News; how do you feel about haggling on price?; cool gadgets from the gift hacker's list; game: name that song that skips on 'again'.

News; how soon do you buy your pumpkins/gourds for Halloween? do you carve them?; funny list: odd/weirdest colleague you've ever worked with?; game: Reverse scattergories.

News; the average American would drive 30 miles for a great hamburger...would you?; game: guess the song by the chorus; goodbye/fun facts....fruit at work day...encouraging a healthier work environment by swapping out unhealthy snacks for fresh fruit. It takes place during a time of year when many store fruits come into season. Apples, pears, and more are ripe and delicious. Beyond the traditional fruits, squash, avocado, and eggplant also qualifies for this holiday. Founded in 1998, The FruitGuys delivers fresh fruit to workplaces across the U.S., aiming to improve employee health and productivity. They source from local farms whenever possible...there are actually several companies that deliver fresh fruit to offices...or of course you can bring your own.

News; birthdays/events; in the heat of the moment...do you call your co-workers out like athletes do on the field?; word of the day.

News; game: quiz; game: feud; what are this year's Halloween costume trends?

News; USA today's best animated movies...ever; would you pay $4 to see who is watching you?; on a scale of 1-10...how concerned are you about A.I.?

News; there is a new 'youngest female chess grandmaster' that is being hailed as a once in a generation talent...what are some others (music, sports, art, etc); game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....National Apple Betty Day ..baked with oats, cinnamon, and fresh apples, it's a perfect autumn treat. An Apple Betty or as it's sometimes called a Brown Betty is an old-fashioned American baked dessert made by alternating layers of fruit and sweetened, buttered breadcrumbs. Because apples are the traditional fruit choice dating back to the colonial era, the terms are frequently used interchangeably. Apple Betty differs from an apple crips because an Apple Betty traditionally uses buttered breadcrumbs or cubed bread, while an Apple Crisp features a streusel topping made with oats, flour, butter, and sugar. Both offer a delightful texture contrast to the soft apple filling.

News; birthdays/events; we often joke we'd like to live in a castle with a moat...but now you can!; word of the day.

News; game: one second police songs; what major company do you think you could run better?; there will be more than just food items on drive thru menu screens soon.

News; game: Getting to Know You; many people are now considering a 'plan B' job track---or at least a couple of side hustles-what's your career strategy?; NY times best TV shows of the century (list)

News; game: scattergories; what's your guilty pleasure TV show? (especially if it doesn't seem to be something you'd watch); goodbye/fun facts....National Manufacturing Week celebrates and highlights the industry's economic impact and technological advancements. In the 1800's The Industrial Revolution sweeps across the U.S. and Europe, transforming and building the manufacturing industry. Today's science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) graduates will power the next chapter of American production and innovation. Harnessing their potential is an economic imperative. You can watch "the built" series on the history channel or other docuseries like American Made and American Factory.

News; birthdays/events; NFL and VMA were fighting for airtime...what should the network have done?; word of the day.

News; turning back the clocks; game: what are these songs identified by the chorus; what questions do people repeatedly ask you about your job?

News; dumb ways you got a scar; game: Outburst; would you pay to watch a livestreamed concert instead of going in person?

News; are Monday meeting or Friday deadlines harder to deal with?; game: I should have known that; goodbye/fun facts....National Homemade Cookie Day invites everyone to preheat their ovens and whip up their favorite sweet delights. Gather your ingredients, roll out the dough, and fill your home with the irresistible aroma of fresh-baked cookies. The main cookie ingredients have been around for a long time...starting with flour-Founded in 1790 in Boston, Massachusetts, the King Arthur baking compnay...then in 1889 in Baltimore, Maryland, McCormick & Company is a global leader in flavorings. Their extracts, such as vanilla and almond, are essential for enhancing the taste of homemade cookies. With roots dating back to 1807, Domino Sugar is one of America's most recognized sugar brands. Just a few simple ingredients and dozen of different types of cookies can be made.

News; birthdays/events; do you wash foods with thick skins/rinds before you eat them?; word of the day.

News; we will pay people to do so many things for us...would you pay for this?; with prices so high...what personal care/self care are you doing yourself now?; lots of uses for old pill bottles--have you ever considered using these?

News; game:Mind the Gap 1; game:Mind the Gap 2; here are some old timey "state of the art" medical practice techniques.

News; funny but true news headlines; game: songs with mirror in the lyrics; goodbye/fun facts....National Hot Mulled Cider Day. Before the pumpkin spiced latte took over, the American fall was marked by hot ciders and other spicy beverages. All it took was a single crimson leaf to drop for us to immerse ourselves in these hot wintery delights. Humans have been mulling their ciders and wines since the Ancient Greek period. A process of heating up alcoholic beverages to utilize leftover or substandard wine soon made a name of its own. The first cider distillery in the U.S., called the Laird's, was established in 1780 and is functioning to this day. You will find that there are a lot of different takes on hot mulled cider online--and there are a lot of different foods and dishes that go with mulled cider so today is a great day to start getting your favorite fall dishes ready to enjoy with a nice warm cup of mulled cider.

News; birthdays/events; what holiday/seasonal movie you do you/could you watch on repeat?; word of the day.

News; game: songs that feature mirror in the lyrics; weird things that make you happy as an adult; do you listen to professional critics or random social media users?

News; game: 1979 top songs; what do your family members to that drive you nuts?; things we buy but 'forget' to use/rarely use.

News; game: general trivia; gen alpha slang...6-7 is so yesterday; goodbye/fun facts....national biscotti day. The primitive form of biscotti was originally Roman. Re-emerging in Tuscany, Prato, biscotti is derived from the Latin word 'biscoctus,' which means 'twice-baked.' The double baking allows the biscuit to be dry and less perishable. Due to its durability, biscotti was stored to be eaten by travelers and warriors. Biscotti found its way to America thanks to Christopher Columbus, who had used it as food during his voyage. Today you can make or find biscotti in Chocolate Hazelnut, Honey Pistachio, Almond and Lemon Dipped in White Chocolate, Dried Cherry and Almond Biscotti, Biscotti alla Parmigiana, Peppermint Biscotti, Almond and Raisin.

News; birthdays/events; offices are split down the middle on this topic---where do you stand?; word of the day.

News; game: quiz; game: feud; what non perfume/cologne smell would you bottle if you could?

News; how do you do these mundane things? (list); how much do first impressions count?; would you tell a stranger if they had a 'wardrobe malfunction'?

News; do you buy 'extra' things at the grocery checkout--here are things you never should buy; game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....national strawberry cream pie day...even though strawberries are technically out of season--they can be cultivated all year long...and today there are 103 species of strawberries, and many of these garden strawberries cultivated in all U.S. states and many countries around the world. Strawberry cream pie can be made in many different ways. Some recipes use a custard or pudding base with strawberries either folded in or on top. Others are made with cream cheese or whipped cream. Whichever you prefer, the strawberry cream pie is a delicious treat.

News; birthdays/events; interviewers want interviewees to stop doing this---do you agree?; word of the day.

News; do you like/prefer 'digital check ins' for appointments or is it digital overload?; with so many places charging extra for everything---what features would you actually be ok paying extra for?; game: Star Wars trivia.

News; whether it's a co-worker or neighbor or person in a social circle, what gives you the ick?; is your 'mental load' at capacity? how do you de-stress?; game: one hit music wonders.

News; early holiday deals from Halloween to Christmas; game: celebrity first jobs; goodbye/fun facts....National Quesadilla Day--the simple yet satisfying and versatile Mexican staple, often filled with various ingredients, offers endless culinary possibilities. Traditionally, a corn tortilla is used in preparing quesadilla, but it can also be made with a flour tortilla. Corn tortillas were famous among the native American people of Mexico — the Aztecs---who in 500 B.C. prepared the dish by stuffing the corn tortillas with pumpkin and squash and baking them in clay ovens. Other variations of quesadilla include the use of wheat flour tortillas in place of corn masa, especially in Northern Mexico. You can add just about any ingredient you can think of...and bake, grill, or air fryer a nutritious meal in minutes.

News; birthdays/events; has your dog ever done a 'toddler strike'?; word of the day.

News; who would you like to see at the Super Bowl halftime show...they're throwing some names around already; game: guess the harmonica songs pt 2; music feel good story of the day.

News; how do you handle life's failures?; game: everybody knows; do you clean your house by tasks or by days?

News; A.I. may not be great at advertising slogans; game: I should have known that; goodbye/fun facts....National Cherries Jubilee Day--honoring a dessert as theatrical as it is delicious. This classic treat, known for its flambéed cherries and rich liqueur, was originally created for Queen Victoria's jubilee..though Queen Victoria never served her cherries jubilee dessert with ice cream-that's a modern twist to dessert that became popular in the 1950's. A number of restaurants have started to offer this classic dessert again, now that cherries jubilee has transitioned from a popular dish of the 1950s to a retro-fabulous dessert--or you can make it at home...Pick up some fresh cherries and pit them, or skip the prep work and snag a bag of frozen cherries. Just be sure to let the flames burn out before digging in.