Ashley and Brad Show

News; birthdays/events; do you prefer actual keys, keypads, fingerprint or iris entry?; word of the day.

News; do you think animals can pick sporting event winners any better than people?; things that will die out when baby boomers are gone (Buzzfeed list); game: TV show catchphrases.

News; according to this survey...this is what people forget to clean regularly (phones, TV remotes etc); have you ever considered going on game shows and entering sweepstakes as a side hustle?; game: I should have known that.

News; game: 3 word celebrity descriptions; fun ways to celebrate Father's Day; goodbye/fun facts....National Mascot Day ---a vibrant tribute to the costumed characters who ignite enthusiasm at sporting events and beyond. Mascots have been around for over 130 years. The term was popularized in the 18th century when a French composer wrote the opera "La Mascotte." The work became so popular that it was translated into English as "The Mascot," meaning any animal, person, or object which brings good luck. Then on November 11, 1882, according to a sports article in the London newspaper "The Era," a football match between Middlesbrough Association and a newly formed team named La Mascotte took place in which one player dressed up in a costume. This was most likely the first mascot in the sports world. Costumed mascots appeared in the mid-20th century, which allowed teams to choose any creature to become their ambassador. Nowadays, mascots stir up the fan base, entertain and also educate. They have filled all American landscapes. Mascots aren't just for sports...they are also commonly used to represent consumer products...like Mr. Peanut and the Enegizer Bunny.

News; birthdays/events; have you ever had a dream/nightmare alter your life?; word of the day.

News; game: TV show catchphrases; what's worth vip/premier pricing? (first class? vip parking? etc); what fun work perk do you get?

News; game: what year was it?; could 'fake shopping' be the new cool thing to do?; if you found a famous person's belongings...would you keep it as a souvenir? return it? expect a reward?

News; game: Movies trivia; feel good story of the day; goodbye/fun facts....international waterfalls day invites everyone to pause and marvel at these natural wonders.. Waterfalls have a way of stopping us in our tracks. From the roar of Niagara to the misty veil of Angel Falls, each cascade tells its own story. This day celebrates not just their beauty but also their role in our world. They provide fresh water, support wildlife, they draw visitors from all corners. Waterfalls connect us to nature's raw power and grace, they sustain ecosystems, and communities often rely on them for clean water and energy. And If travel isn't an option, stream waterfall videos or documentaries. Plenty of high-quality films offer stunning views and relaxing sounds.

News; birthdays/events; walk up or drive thru...what's your preference?; word of the day.

News; grandma stand...Brad's pappaw would have been great at this! game: quiz; game: feud.

News; if you find non venomous snakes on your property...do you just leave em alone?; items we regret throwing away; feel good story of the day.

News; funny things people say to unsuspecting/gullible friends/family/co-workers; game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....nature photography day. The natural world is full of so much gorgeous beauty and wonder, and it is important for us to embrace it as much as possible. In the 1860's American photographer Carleton E. Watkins hauls giant cameras into Yosemite Valley to make monumental "mammoth plate" views that become landmark images of wild American scenery....By 1940 Ansel Adams published a powerful black-and-white book filled with images of Yosemite and the Sierra Nevada. However, you don't have to be a professional photographer....just find something that is beautiftul to you!

News; birthdays/events; how often do you update your devices?; word of the day.

News; game: finish the name of these toys; have you seen the Japanese gorilla video? is it A.I.?!?!?; what's the last thing you accidentally broke at your house?

News; game: battle of the sexes part 1; game: battle of the sexes part 2; what's your summer cocktail personality?

News; have you ever gone home to use 'the facilities' because the public bathroom was so gross?; "how to" book from the 15-1800's...how did they do things?; goodbye/fun facts....national peanut butter cookie day. 3,500 years ago, indigenous peoples of the Americas, including Aztec and Inca cultures, ground roasted peanuts into a paste, creating an early forerunner to modern peanut butter used in sauces and foods. By 1916 Dr. George Washington Carver publishes the Tuskegee Institute bulletin "How to Grow the Peanut and 105 Ways of Preparing it for Human Consumption," featuring several recipes for peanut-based cookies and desserts. Peanut butter cookies are incredibly easy to make: peanut butter, sugar, and eggs...and, yes, the fork marks on peanut butter cookies serve a critical functional purpose in addition to being decorative. Because peanut butter cookie dough is significantly denser, thicker, and higher in fat than many other cookie doughs, it does not spread naturally on its own in the oven.

News; birthdays/events; have you heard of the backwards beach trend? do you know people that do things out of order like this?; word of the day.

News; senior give self care advice to the younger generations--what do you think about these suggestions?; what's your dad superpower? (funny list); game: TV show catchphrases.

News; what are the most boring things you deal with every day?; The 40/70 % rule for making decisions; game: rock and roll biographies.

News; baby center baby name trends 2026; game: famous moments in sports; goodbye/fun facts....national corn on the cob day. While corn on the cob day comes at the beginning of June, anyone from the corn growing belt in the US knows that the best time to get fresh corn on the cob is at the end of the summer. Some 7,000 years ago in Mexico---corn grew as a wild grass, though was eventually grown as a crop and harvested. Although the most common corn color is yellow, it can also be cultivated to be purple, green, blue-gray, red, white and even black. By the 1920's Corn on the Cob becomes a Fairground and Picnic Staple...and with the rise of automobile tourism and state and county fairs, vendors across the United States sell freshly boiled or grilled ears of sweet corn, firmly associating corn on the cob with outdoor festivals, barbecues, and Summer leisure. While it might seem rude, proper dinner etiquette for eating corn says holding the cob at each end with your fingers is appropriate. The United States is the largest single producer of corn on the planet, providing at least 40% of the world's corn harvest.

News; birthdays/events; what was the best and the worst Summer job you ever had?; word of the day.

News; would you like a cash app accessory?; game: prison commissary price is right; funny habits many of us have done but probably wouldn't admit (how many on this list have you done?)

News; when you were a kid, what was the best snack to find in your lunchbox?; game: just over $1,000 pyramid; best sunburn remedies.

News; Father's day is coming up...do you know the backstory?; game: songs that ask questions; goodbye/fun facts....National Black Cow Day celebrates the delicious beverage also known as a Root Beer Float. That's right, the beverage made with root beer and vanilla ice cream is called a Black Cow. Frank J. Wisner from Cripple Creek, Colorado, invented the black cow. He was the owner of the Cripple Creek Cow Mountain Gold Mining Company. The story goes that one night he found himself staring out the window thinking about the line of soda waters that he was producing and as he was looking out the window, he went back to his bar and added a spoonful of vanilla ice cream to his favorite flavor of soda, Myers Avenue Red Root Beer. When he tasted it, he knew he had a hit. Wisner named the new creation Black Cow Mountain but the local children shortened the name to Black Cow. Some people even substitute vanilla ice cream with chocolate ice cream, making it a "brown cow."

News; birthdays/events; gas station food used to be joke...but now there is gourmet gas station food!; word of the day.

News; game: sax and drum intro songs; do you purchase or rent digital movies? what's your dollar threshold?; should certain places (like funeral homes) have drab decor on purpose or should they be cheerfully decorated?

News; game: Les Paul songs; kids in the 80's and 90's mowed lawns 4 times more than kids do today...what are some chores that you did as a kid that your kids have no clue about?; what's your guilty pleasure summer snack and/or summer driving song?

News; game: songs with Summer in the title; 100 years: things that would horrify someone from 1926 living in 2026...and vice versa; goodbye/fun facts....strawberry rhubarb pie day. Rhubarb is a one of the first foods gardeners begin to harvest rhubarb in the middle of May and early June, and it finds its way into desserts and preserves. Native to China, rhubarb was originally grown and traded as a medicine....it's technically a vegetable...Originating in Europe (Germany and UK), the rhubarb pie was introduced to the United States in the late 18th century....rhubarb and strawberries make an amazing combination! While the strawberries are sweet, the rhubarb provides a deliciously sour complement that offers a balance and tasty complexity.

News; birthdays/events; are there certain bands you want to see over and over...would you travel?; word of the day.

News; game: quiz; game: feud; 73 percent of Americans go back to their house for forgotten items when leaving on a road trip.

News; roles that were so perfectly cast no one else could have played them; feel good story of the day; 3 words to live by...brief but great advice.

News; here's an interesting way to help cope with stressful situations...would you try it?; game: calendar trivia; goodbye/fun facts....Eat Flexitarian Day..for many people, a vegan or vegetarian lifestyle can be difficult to adopt because it's assumed that this limits many delicious foods—like beef, chicken, and bacon—and especially foods that satisfy savory cravings. Eating flexitarian is a great alternative and an opportunity for people to incorporate more plant-based foods that satisfy those cravings, with the option to enjoy meat or fish on occasion as well. It sparks curiosity by offering freedom. Studies link plant-rich eating with lower risks of heart disease, diabetes, and some cancers...at the same time, eating less meat cuts greenhouse gas emissions and reduces resource use. Offering balance instead of all-or-nothing.

News; birthdays/events; most kids don't listen to their parents about saving money until they have some skin in the game....when did you get financial skin in the game?; word of the day.

News; Uber list of strangest items left in Uber cars 2026 list; Summer cookout fat trap; game: drum intro songs.

News; we've heard of people who live on cruise ships...but would you live in/on a floating city?; game: saxophone songs; Netflix's all time top 10 watched movies...how many of these have you seen?

News; game: lead singers read their biographies; tips for keep your pets cool/safe in the heat of the summer; goodbye/fun facts....National Start Over Day is a chance to wipe the slate clean and begin again. Life throws challenges at everyone, and sometimes, the best thing to do is start fresh...whether moving on from a mistake, chasing a dream, or simply shifting focus--It's a powerful reminder no one moves through life without missteps, but dwelling on them only holds us back. This mental reset helps us to let go of old burdens and look ahead with confidence. It sparks hope, encouraging action toward something better. Failing is important because it allows you to give something another try. Trust the process of what you learn along the failure journey, change a few things, and start from scratch to make it a success.

News; birthdays/events; right place, right time story; word of the day.

News; would you let an A.I. robot clean your house?; strange Summer festival 2026; game: This is Jeopardy.

News; easy bill splitting...because some restaurants won't split it for you; things you should never apologize for; game: Van Halen song intros.

News; if you're not really a breakfast person but you want to lose weight would you do this?; game: General Trivia; goodbye/fun facts....national cheese day...While there are certainly some people who do not like cheese or cannot eat it for health reasons, most other people would agree that it is one of the best ingredients for food recipes that was ever invented. There are so many different kinds and varieties of cheese available from cultures the world over. Chemical analysis of perforated pottery from 5000 BC in Kuyavia in present-day Poland shows residues of milk fats, indicating that early farmers were straining curds and making a simple cheese thousands of years before written records. By the 8th century BCE Greek writers such as Homer and Aristotle describe sheep's and goat's milk cheeses, with the Odyssey depicting cheesemaking in caves... evidence that cheese was a staple food and trade product. So if you love cheese...try one of the more obsure/peculiar ones like: Gjetost Cheese ("yay-toast") from Norway or Drunken Goat Cheese from Spain.