Ashley and Brad Show

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.

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.

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.

News; birthdays/events; some products at the grocery store are a HUGE waste of money (funny list); word of the day.

News; game: is Ashley as smart as a 5th grader?; do you have any secret code words/phrases that you use with your s.o.?; if you could ban anything at the beach...what would it be?

News; game: 80's song lyrics; the new way to have a water balloon fights; are you a mulitple? or is it weird when you find out your friend is one?

News; game: movies trivia; 3 months of Summer...what are you hoping to accomplish?; goodbye/fun facts....chocolate pudding day...the soft, spoonable, custard dessert...originally it was egg that provided the thickening agent that made a pudding into a type of custard...however, we owe the instant process of this dessert to Alfred Bird, an English chemist and food manufacturer who, in 1837, invented egg-free custard powder for his wife, who was allergic to eggs. This innovation paved the way for modern instant puddings, making creamy desserts accessible to a wider audience without the need for eggs or complex cooking. His invention revolutionized dessert preparation. By 1918 the My‑T‑Fine brand begins selling what is described as the first boxed pudding mix. Today they are available for vegans too....using alternative milks, avocado, and even peanut butter.

News; birthdays/events; when was the last time something really embarassing happened to you at work?; word of the day.

News; if you found a cure for something (like hair loss or graying hair) but it's a 'stinky solution'...would you still try it?; what are your favorite smells of Summer?; game: think n sync.

News; misconceptions that we have about each other (genders) what would you add to this list?; sleeping on your stomach isn't so good for you...how do you keep from rolling on your tummy...if you're sleeping?; game: songs with 'heat' or 'hot' in the title or lyrics.

News; we talked the other day about going to H.S. reunions...do you know whatever happened to your H.S. crush?; game: everybody knows; goodbye/fun facts....National Strawberry Parfait Day--this elegant and delicious layered dessert is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. It's a 3 layer dessert...the creamy layer: yogurt, whipped cream, custard, pudding, mascarpone, or ice cream---the strawberry layer: fresh sliced berries, macerated berries with syrupy juices, or a quick strawberry compote--and finally a crunchy layer: granola, toasted nuts, crushed cookies, ladyfingers, cake cubes, cereal, or even toasted coconut. Because they are so popular, special tall glasses were invented for serving parfaits so that they are also a visual treat. Of course you can use any berry you like...but strawberries are at the peak of their season and fresh strawberries provide about 50 calories per cup yet deliver high amounts of vitamin C, dietary fiber, and polyphenols.

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.

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!!

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.

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!

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.