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Quick recap
your podcast hosts began by sharing personal anecdotes about property values and home improvements, including experiences with refinancing and finding lost items. They then discussed various Christmas-themed topics, including movies, news stories, and unusual collections, while also playing word games and trivia about different subjects. The conversation concluded with a focus on accessible religious services for visually impaired individuals, including discussions about transportation, accommodations, and fellowship activities.
Summary
Keith shared that his house’s value had increased significantly over the years, prompting him to consider refinancing. Terry recounted finding his lost wedding ring and necklace, which led to a fight with his wife. They also touched on the importance of curb appeal in determining a house’s value and the potential for property values to rise over time. Jill shared her enjoyment of a J.D. Robb book, and Terry mentioned a new library book machine that allows direct downloading of books. Keith recommended a Christmas movie, “Oh What Fun,” which he described as a humorous story about a competitive mother who is left home alone and ultimately wins a Best Mom award.
News of the Week
We feature various Christmas-related topics, including the number of songs typically sung during the holiday season and a humorous story about a Swedish man teaching his octopus to play “Baby Shark” on a custom keyboard. Keith shared an interesting story about a Mississippi restaurant that uses lazy Susans for family-style dining, noting its historical significance and the social connections it fosters among diners. The conversation concluded with some speculation about how the restaurant manages to serve food efficiently using the lazy Susan setup.
we discuss the escapades of two reindeer named Cookie and Noelle that were loose on a Los Angeles freeway. They also shared stories about a German man who collects over 11,000 unique snow globes, including rare and themed versions from Star Wars and Harry Potter. The conversation concluded with a discussion about a Harvard professor who was sentenced to prison for selling cadaver body parts as Christmas ornaments, including a man’s face, which raised questions about the disposal and reuse of donated bodies for medical research.
Finally, Terry shared a story about a Colorado neighborhood protesting the removal of a 20-foot inflatable Santa Claus by their HOA.
Jill’s Trivia Quiz
The group played a word game about “ology” terms, with Jill and Keith discussing various definitions before moving on to a quiz about religious texts. (Okay, I guess we did that. I think RAI can pain the mess of those off during the segment.)
Terry’s Top 10 List
Terry then shared a humorous “Top 10” list about Santa Claus’s activities after Christmas, including Netflix binges, elf karaoke, and reindeer spa days.
Anchor Topic
this is the part of the show we talk about blindness related rehabilitation and accessibility issues. Today we borrow a topic that was featured recently on the Hadley podcast, and deals with attending religious services. It also fits in with the area of orientation and mobility.
Keith shared his experience with church transportation and accessibility, emphasizing the importance of having multiple ride options and clear communication about service activities. He described how his son, who couldn’t drive due to vision issues, was denied a simple ride request by a local church, highlighting a missed opportunity for church engagement. The discussion also covered the practical aspects of attending church services, including the benefits of standing for singing and the need for clear verbal cues during liturgical activities.
the group discussed options for receiving digital documents, hymnals, and audio materials. Keith shared his experience with a Braille hymnal and the website he built for better access to read it. He emphasized the importance of pre-reading songs and lesson materials. They also touched on the challenges of participating in fellowship activities and the benefits of advocating for accommodations.
Email and Final Thoughts
Due to some technical issues, we only have one email today. It was sent in by anonymous and deals with a life-changing moment for a career change was made.
The final word from RAI companion
The conversation concluded with a review of humorous Christmas-themed jokes and a reminder for listeners to check out the show’s webpage and social media channels.
Show notes written by AI, edited by Keith as required.
Sponsored by: Retro Radio Podcast. Bringing you family-friendly entertainment through classic, old-time radio. Episodes are posted daily. Keith and his Retrobots share everything in his collection from the days of vintage radio. Adventure, comedy, detective, westerns, and lots in between. If you don’t hear your favorite show, just ask Visit the web page today, https://retro-otr.com
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Quick recap
your podcast hosts began by sharing personal anecdotes about property values and home improvements, including experiences with refinancing and finding lost items. They then discussed various Christmas-themed topics, including movies, news stories, and unusual collections, while also playing word games and trivia about different subjects. The conversation concluded with a focus on accessible religious services for visually impaired individuals, including discussions about transportation, accommodations, and fellowship activities.
Summary
Keith shared that his house’s value had increased significantly over the years, prompting him to consider refinancing. Terry recounted finding his lost wedding ring and necklace, which led to a fight with his wife. They also touched on the importance of curb appeal in determining a house’s value and the potential for property values to rise over time. Jill shared her enjoyment of a J.D. Robb book, and Terry mentioned a new library book machine that allows direct downloading of books. Keith recommended a Christmas movie, “Oh What Fun,” which he described as a humorous story about a competitive mother who is left home alone and ultimately wins a Best Mom award.
News of the Week
We feature various Christmas-related topics, including the number of songs typically sung during the holiday season and a humorous story about a Swedish man teaching his octopus to play “Baby Shark” on a custom keyboard. Keith shared an interesting story about a Mississippi restaurant that uses lazy Susans for family-style dining, noting its historical significance and the social connections it fosters among diners. The conversation concluded with some speculation about how the restaurant manages to serve food efficiently using the lazy Susan setup.
we discuss the escapades of two reindeer named Cookie and Noelle that were loose on a Los Angeles freeway. They also shared stories about a German man who collects over 11,000 unique snow globes, including rare and themed versions from Star Wars and Harry Potter. The conversation concluded with a discussion about a Harvard professor who was sentenced to prison for selling cadaver body parts as Christmas ornaments, including a man’s face, which raised questions about the disposal and reuse of donated bodies for medical research.
Finally, Terry shared a story about a Colorado neighborhood protesting the removal of a 20-foot inflatable Santa Claus by their HOA.
Jill’s Trivia Quiz
The group played a word game about “ology” terms, with Jill and Keith discussing various definitions before moving on to a quiz about religious texts. (Okay, I guess we did that. I think RAI can pain the mess of those off during the segment.)
Terry’s Top 10 List
Terry then shared a humorous “Top 10” list about Santa Claus’s activities after Christmas, including Netflix binges, elf karaoke, and reindeer spa days.
Anchor Topic
this is the part of the show we talk about blindness related rehabilitation and accessibility issues. Today we borrow a topic that was featured recently on the Hadley podcast, and deals with attending religious services. It also fits in with the area of orientation and mobility.
Keith shared his experience with church transportation and accessibility, emphasizing the importance of having multiple ride options and clear communication about service activities. He described how his son, who couldn’t drive due to vision issues, was denied a simple ride request by a local church, highlighting a missed opportunity for church engagement. The discussion also covered the practical aspects of attending church services, including the benefits of standing for singing and the need for clear verbal cues during liturgical activities.
the group discussed options for receiving digital documents, hymnals, and audio materials. Keith shared his experience with a Braille hymnal and the website he built for better access to read it. He emphasized the importance of pre-reading songs and lesson materials. They also touched on the challenges of participating in fellowship activities and the benefits of advocating for accommodations.
Email and Final Thoughts
Due to some technical issues, we only have one email today. It was sent in by anonymous and deals with a life-changing moment for a career change was made.
The final word from RAI companion
The conversation concluded with a review of humorous Christmas-themed jokes and a reminder for listeners to check out the show’s webpage and social media channels.
Show notes written by AI, edited by Keith as required.
Sponsored by: Retro Radio Podcast. Bringing you family-friendly entertainment through classic, old-time radio. Episodes are posted daily. Keith and his Retrobots share everything in his collection from the days of vintage radio. Adventure, comedy, detective, westerns, and lots in between. If you don’t hear your favorite show, just ask Visit the web page today, https://retro-otr.com