Phil Hulett and Friends

Brian Skerry wrote The Ultimate Book of Sharks. His underwater photography of sharks is exquisite, and we're glad he does it and not us! Yikes! [11:10] Listen to Skerry talk about his close calls, dispel myths about what attracts sharks, and his plea for the conservation of sharks. [29:13] Up next, Travel Dude Gary Warner gives us a short list of the best beer taverns in America. some of these taverns have a storied history. He also differentiates taverns from bars for us. This hour is packed with fun and interesting stories. Skylar Cuarisma tries to explain why a restaurant server ordered a not-so-tasty extra for a dad celebrating Father's Day with his daughters...and noted it on the receipt! It's closing time for the Jerry Springer show. What next for the 74 year old instigative journalist? Burger King backs off of a ridiculously sexist free World Cup burger offer. Unwanted mile-high sexual advancements are on the rise. Guess when they happen? Which states have the most psychopaths? A new study says you are pretty likely to call in sick in order to extend your weekend. 107 year old's birthday wish is organized by the entire city. Hero State Trooper pulls over slowpoke driver in the fast lane. Subsequently, he becomes a social media superstar! The light is lit in Canada for national recreational marijuana. R.I.P. Koko! AMC theaters takes on Movie Pass with a much better deal, or is it? And finally, someone died. Try not to laugh.

We're operating on borrowed time with the threat of a Marshal arriving on any given day to padlock our studio door to make it possible for a demo teams to raise our classic Cape Code-style, bell-tower-enhanced building with historic radio broadcast studio included. That's right, knock it to the ground to make way for a modern entertainment and shopping district. [20:18] Jayme Wilson is the proprietor of our building as well as Ports O'Call Waterfront Dining, a much beloved restaurant with a deep connection to the community. It, too is braced for a visit from the Marshal. Listen to Phil Hulett interview Wilson about the current status of the restaurant and studio, what the fate of 100+ employees will be, and just how long we have to pack up our equipment and go.

Plus, [41:31] Manny the Movie Guy checks in with a review of the new Jurassic World movie. Is it as bad as the ridiculously tired notion that there are people who actually want to allow dinosaurs to thrive alongside tasty humans? Find out how many kisses this installment of the popular franchise receives from Manny.

Skylar Cuarisma joins Phil with co-hosting duties. She opens with news that ABC has green-lighted a spin-off of the Rosanne Show WITHOUT Rosanne but WITH all of the other stars. Will the show make any mention of Rosanne or will thing proceed as if she never existed on this planet long enough to learn how to use Twitter...badly? Then there's the lady who too a hot dog to the face. Could Disney already be developing the next Marvel super hero, "The Flying Wiener?" Speaking of mutants, have you measured the NBA's 1st Round 6th pick's wing span? Mo Bamba can almost touch a 10-foot basketball rim standing flat-footed! By the way, basketball players, AND baseball players for that matter, are wimps. Wait until you hear how an MLB closer put out his back! Look out World Cup fans, Moscow is running out of beer! Careful when you do your gardening, the Puss Caterpillar is lurking with a venomous bite! And finally, where on your body does that odd, long hair suddenly appear? And who gets to pluck it for you?

Renowned brewer, and author of the book, "Brewing Eclectic IPA," Dick Cantwell checks in [12:43] with a wealth of beer information. He makes the case for Phil Hulett to take another 50 shots at varieties of IPA-style beer. You won't believe some of the ingredients brewers are experimenting with. Imagine a baby in the womb playing music. It can happen with a device invented by our next guest. [30:36] Aura Pon, PhD explains who her invention converts the movements of pre-born babies into electronic music. Phil plays a sample of this music. You will be inspired. Plenty of elbow-bumping in the studio with Mike Walters (Ducks n Pucks podcast), Kellie Sue Peters (performing live at The Other Door in Burbank, CA June 24), and Olivia McLeod (The Brave Ones podcast) joining Phil to co-host the show. The stack of stories includes stuff we learned from Dad. 25 perfect high tech gifts for Dad. Edible six-pack rings will save sea life. Free caps and gowns for grads in need. Kevin Smith lost a bunch of weight....wow. and finally, the overnight theme park pup-tent sex fest.

The AT&T Time Warner mega-merger just passed a big legal hurdle and will more than likely become reality soon. What will it mean for you? Fewer choices and higher prices? Mergers and Acquisitions expert, Brad Whitlock explains why maybe this time the Fed should leave "Ma Bell" alone. Up next, Manny the Movie Guy assigns a rare, 4 out of 4 kisses for one of this weekend's new movies. Which one does Manny "love, love, love?" Is it Incredibles 2, Tag or Superfly? It's a packed studio of co-hosts today. Joining Phil Hulett are the host of the Ducks n Pucks podcast, Mike Walters, Rock n Roll singer, Kellie Sue Peters, and the host of The Brave Ones podcast, Olivia McLeod. check out this stack of stories: Would you wear a wedding dress made out of THIS? What's with the stupid wardrobe choices in the Jurassic Park series of movies? Phil wonders if Hollywood just can't shake outdated gender roles. We know a talented clarinet player who found out the hard way that his girlfriend is a self-absorbed, conniving idiot. Here's another reason you never need to leave your house. Now Alexa can be your fitness buddy. While you are watching your weight, how about lo-cal alcoholic popsicles? One young woman may have had one alco-push-pop too many after getting her head caught in one of these. Meet the record-breaking donut boy. A pizza delivery chain goes above the call of duty to make out streets safer, and ever the skeptic, Kellie Sue can't help but smell the corporate greed over the altruism and marinara sauce.

Phil Hulett wants to know how manscaping works. You know, is there a technician who gets "in there" and removes all of that hair from your most intimate of places? And what if, well, you know. Kelly wants to know why men are doing this anyway?

Tech Expert Steve Greenberg checks in with great new tech gifts fro grads and dads. How about a tech idea to make grilling easier? Steve's got one.

Travel Dude Gary Warner offers up a handful of destinations to celebrate the 4th of July without getting crushed by the crowds.

Gonzo Greg Spillane and Kelly J join Phil Hulett in the studio for co-hosting duties. Burger King launches a new secret weapon into the fast food wars. Not to be outdone, KFC issues a vegan response. Then there's the guy who barely survived one of the worst rattlesnake bites ever. We have a hot felon update for you. Who's more likely to miss work, moderate drinkers or teetotalers?

Parents, listen up. Now you can skip the middle child and have a robot draw on your walls! All heck breaks loose when it is reveal the Miss America Pageant will not include a bathing suit competition! God had other plans for a mass baptism. And finally, the obituary for the mother from hell.

Last night the Washington Capitals won the NHL Championship, tonight the Golden State Warriors (will) win the NBA championship. TV reporter Matt Prichard checks in from Washington DC with commentary, including his speculation on LaBron James' next move. And by the way, You get a free taco! You get a free taco! You get a free taco! Sad news today. Anthony Bourdain died in France of an apparent suicide. The friends recount their favorite Bourdain moments and contemplate what pushes somebody to take their own life. On a lighter note, today is Best Friends Day. Between Phil Hulett, Gonzo Greg Spillane, Kelly J and Intern Ricky, guess who doesn't have a best friend. Manny the Movie Guy checks in to not only review Ocean's 8, Hotel Artemis and Hereditary, he has a point of view on fashion. When Phil asks Manny what he thinks about long chest hair cascading over the top of a t-shirt collar, Manny responds resoundingly. We have more stories! Careful when selling your photos to stock photography outfits. You never know where your face is going to end up. Kelly reaches a conclusion about humankind and self-driving cars. Plus, how to spot a narcissist across the room. And finally, the couple who stole a TV from a pawn shop and then pawned it AT THE SAME PAWN SHOP!

Dr. Michael Z. Kurtz makes a house call to make sure we grown ups know which inoculations we're supposed to get. Phil Hulett thought he was covered for life when he got shots as a kid. But no! Not only are there new inoculations kids, there are several for adults. Further, there are shots you need for travel, and shots you need if there's a new baby coming to the family. This is "need to know" stuff.

Next up, Fox Sports Broadcaster, Kent French talks about his search for interesting, passionate sports fans in the parking lots of ballparks and arenas for his new social media video series, Frenchy's Friends.

And National Doughnut Day would not be complete without a call from Cat Daddy! Who is Cat Daddy, you ask? He's the co-founder of Voodoo Doughnut where the tasty treat is taken to, as the kids say, a whole nother level. Included in this conversation is the real reason why we should not call doughnuts "donuts."

Phil Hulett brought a stack of extra stories with him. How about a Rotondo update? Tax social media use? If totalitarians can do it, why not Washington DC? Phil explains what a screamer is and how J.R. Smith of the Cleveland Cavaliers has probably lost his voice from screaming. A new study proves why people with these are smarter than everyone else. There's a new medical glove that eradicates bacteria. Who's gonna play the Penguin in the next Batman movie? The world's longest non-stop flight takes off in July. Thanks to Rosanne, suddenly we like Pharmaceutical companies. And finally, ban-happy bureaucrats in the UK think Tony the Tiger is to blame for childhood obesity. Maybe comfy chairs are more dangerous?

Space expert and author Rod Pyle joins us to talk about big news in the Suborbital Space Travel business. A lot of people have ponied up a $250 million to experience a few minutes of weightlessness and this week's test flight brought that reality miles closer to the edge of Earth's atmosphere. Plus Jeff Bezos has a very different future vision for Earth than does Elon Musk.

Manny the Movie Guy checks in from the Philippines where he reviews this weekend's movies. But, more important than that, Manny's Mom, Tasing, comes to the phone to speak with Phil Hulett. Cool! Can you guess what she's having for breakfast?

Hulett and PHAF Executive Producer, Mike Stark review this weeks news. Included in today's list of stories is all of the doughnut shops, grocery stores and even burger joints offering doughnut, or is it donut-related discounts and freebies. Plus who's older, actor Morgan Freeman or Rolling Stones guitarist Ron Wood? 38 years ago today, Fake News was born. Are you that person who sets all of your clocks forward ten minutes so you're not late to stuff? Now we know why you're late to stuff! And finally, never mind your retina or your fingerprint, artificial intelligence can see you coming from a mile away!

In a surprising development, Kelly Blue Book Executive Editor, Michael Harley [10:45] reveals there are cars under $20k that would would actually want to drive. Furthermore, these cares are cool and full of technology and style. In addition to this, Harley offers tips on how to negotiate at the car dealership. Can he come with us next time?

While Phil Hulett has some brushing up to do on his Star Wars knowledge, Manny the Movie Guy is on the case. [32:14] He reviews the new movie, "Solo." Also, what about the pan-sexual tension between Han Solo and Lando Calrissian?

Gonzo Greg Spillane and Stew Herrera join Phil on the show today as co-hosts with lots of stories and commentary. Most noteworthy, Muscles on opioids. Then there's the least appetizing food terms. McDonald's does away with plastic straws. Everything causes cancer! What's the deal with people getting upset about everything? Furthermore, why are people upset with the depiction of Queen's Freddie Mercury in an upcoming documentary? Oreo's come in new, unnecessary flavors. How about dipping them in insect milk? That sounds yummy! Uber's self-driving cars are done mowing down pedestrians in Arizona. Now they're off to terrorize other cities. Amazon goes after serial returners. And finally, Men navigate more efficiently than women. It's science!

Identity theft continues to be a big problem and now folks are starting to realize the bad guys may be targeting our children. Enter Certified Identity Theft Risk Management Specialist, tech analyst Expert in Personal Finance and Wealth Building Techniques, author of the books, "Yes You Can!" and "Bushido Business," host of the Unlock Your Wealth radio show, Heather Wagenhals. [20:53] She explains the risk and what everyone should do to not only protect their family from identity theft, but what to do after their info has been breached and how to find out now if your child has been victimized.

Hockey fans! The Stanley Cup Final starts May 28 between the Vegas Golden Knights and the Washington Capitals. Both teams are in the final for the first time and one of them, the Golden Knights are a first-year expansion team. Lots of interest in this playoff series. For expert insight, we turn to award winning sports journalist, Golden Knights Beat Writer, Steve Carp. [45:08] The Las Vegas Review-Journal stalwart analyses the match-up with a historical perspective even a part-time hockey fan can appreciate. By the way, at the beginning of the season a bet on Vegas to win the Stanley Cup brought 500-to-1 odds. There's a guy who stands to win $2 Million.

Speaking of Las Vegas, Gonzo Greg Spillane visits from his hovel in the desert to join fellow co-host Stew Herrera and Phil Hulett on today's show. Get a load of these items: Did somebody mention betting and good luck? How about a guy who won the lottery...4 TIMES?! Yeah, we hate him, too. What in the heck is GDPR and why should you care? We've confirmed Alexa is indeed a spy. Rotondo is now a verb. Hooray for 1980's metal and rock stars urinating on stuff. A cat riding on a mini-van at 60 mph is a viral sensation. And finally, who knew having sex in a church was against the law? Apparently this couple did not.