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459 There will be no Resuscitation...

NATIONAL DAYS:

NATIONAL UGLY CHRISTMAS SWEATER DAY

BIRTHDAYS:

Alyssa Milano (1972-Still Living) -Who's the Boss

THIS DAY IN HISTORY

1795 - Kentucky becomes the first state to appropriate money for road building

DAILY HEADLINE:

“Thoughts and Prayers for the RAV4”

Even though the thoughtful mechanics at the dealership say's "we can save her". I know when an old dog has seen its best days. Euthanasia is the only humane way to dispose of a once great companion.

So it's Bye Bye to the old and bring in the new... well...New to me.

Stay tuned for the new 20... Mobile Studio, TBD

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SHOW CREDITS:

Thank you to my co-host, Ken Madden of MaddK Studio

Audio credits and Producer Jason Radosevich Horrible Designs

Cast:

Kate the Duchess of NJ and John Jamingo of theBoomer Bunker

Aaron of I had to Say it

Boomer Bob of the Boomer Bob Show

Lorenzo from Misanthrope Radio 2.0

Cody the Beard as the Last Word.

Supporters:

Steve McShane of the Razor Wire News

Josh Roberts from New Hampshire

and you can always leave a comment by email: [email protected]

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458 RIP 2012 RAV4 Mobile Studio

NATIONAL DAYS:

NATIONAL TOYOTA RAV4 DAY

BIRTHDAYS:

Toyota Rav4 (2011-2025)

THIS DAY IN HISTORY:

2025: The Weather'd View's 2012 Toyota Rav4 left the Host stranded on the Highway

DAILY HEADLINE:

"Rav4 suffers Stroke in Commuter Lane"

Bruce's Toyota Rav4 suffered a life ending stroke on the way home last night and was on life support until this morning where the autopsy is being perform at the local Toyota Dealership.

Cause of death is pending and Bruce is conducting interviews for a suitable replacement.

News at 11

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SHOW CREDITS:

Thank you to my co-host, Ken Madden of MaddK Studio

Audio credits and Producer Jason Radosevich Horrible Designs

Cast:

Kate the Duchess of NJ and John Jamingo of theBoomer Bunker

Aaron of I had to Say it

Boomer Bob of the Boomer Bob Show

Lorenzo from Misanthrope Radio 2.0

Cody the Beard as the Last Word.

Supporters:

Steve McShane of the Razor Wire News

Josh Roberts from New Hampshire

and you can always leave a comment by email: [email protected]

Colokum Craft Coffee

457 Mousewitz

NATIONAL DAYS:

NATIONAL MAPLE SYRUP DAY

BIRTHDAYS:

Burt Baskin (1913-1967) - Co-founder of Baskin-Robbins

THIS DAY IN HISTORY:

1965 - The largest newspaper (Sunday NY Times) 50 cents for 946 pages

DAILY HEADLINE:

“Over 300,000 Federal Jobs Eliminated”

Recent data shows that more than 300,000 federal government jobs have been eliminated since the start of President Trump’s second term through layoffs, buyouts, retirements, and hiring freezes. Supporters argue the cuts represent long-overdue downsizing of government, while critics warn of reduced services and long-term consequences. The scale of the reductions raises questions about how much government is too much — and how much is enough

DAILY COMMENTARY:

“When the Rat Cancels the Flight”

A vacation flight was canceled after a massive rat was spotted running through the cabin before takeoff, according to a Fox News travel report. Passengers were removed, the aircraft was grounded, and the airline was forced to deal with an unexpected — and unsettling — safety issue.

Beyond the shock factor, the incident raises uncomfortable questions about aircraft cleanliness, airport pest control, and how something that large made it onto a plane in the first place. For travelers, it’s a reminder that delays don’t always come from weather or mechanical issues — sometimes they come with a tail and whiskers.

FEATURE OF THE DAY:

“The Furry, the Deer, and the Internet”

A viral story claims a South Carolina furry dressed like a deer was injured by a hunter, and for a brief moment, the internet collectively nodded and said, “Yeah, that tracks.” The story spread fast, sparked outrage, and was shared like breaking news — except it wasn’t news at all. It started as satire and immediately escaped into the wild once social media got hold of it.

This feature looks at how a clearly fake story can feel completely believable when it fits a cultural narrative, and how quickly people stop asking questions once the headline confirms what they already want to believe.

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SHOW CREDITS:

Thank you to my co-host, Ken Madden of MaddK Studio

Audio credits and Producer Jason Radosevich Horrible Designs

Cast:

Kate the Duchess of NJ and John Jamingo of theBoomer Bunker

Aaron of I had to Say it

Boomer Bob of the Boomer Bob Show

Lorenzo from Misanthrope Radio 2.0

Cody the Beard as the Last Word.

Supporters:

Steve McShane of the Razor Wire News

Josh Roberts from New Hampshire

and you can always leave a comment by email: [email protected]

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456 Trump's Derangement Syndrome

NATIONAL DAYS:

NATIONAL CHOCOLATE-COVERED ANYTHING DAY

BIRTHDAYS:

Lesley Stahl (1941-Still Living) - Journalist for CBS and 60 Minutes

Billy Gibbons (1949-Still Living) - Lead singer and guitarist for the rock band ZZ Top

THIS DAY IN HISTORY:

1773 - The Sons of Liberty (disguised as Mohawk Indians) protest the Tea Act by dumping crates of tea into the Boston Harbor.

DAILY HEADLINE:

“Trump Has TDS”

Today on The Weather’d View, Bruce reacts to Donald Trump’s social media post following the Reiner murders, calling it disturbing, unnecessary, and emblematic of a larger pattern. Instead of restraint, the post leaned into grievance and provocation, turning tragedy into culture-war fodder. Bruce argues this isn’t strategy or politics — it’s obsession overriding judgment.

DAILY COMMENTARY:

“McDonald’s CEO Gives Employees a Rude Awakening”

Today on The Weather’d View, Bruce reacts to comments from McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski that delivered blunt “tough love” to employees about careers and personal responsibility. The message was simple: take ownership, stop waiting to be handed opportunities, and understand that effort and initiative still matter. Bruce breaks down why the comments hit a nerve — and why some people needed to hear them.

FEATURE OF THE DAY:

“Data Breach… Again!?”

Today on The Weather’d View, Bruce reacts to reports of another data breach involving Petco and asks why these incidents have become so routine. Customers are warned, told to monitor accounts, and offered credit protection — while companies move on. Bruce breaks down why repeated breaches no longer shock anyone, and why consumers keep paying the price for corporate data failures.

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SHOW CREDITS:

Thank you to my co-host, Ken Madden of MaddK Studio

Audio credits and Producer Jason Radosevich Horrible Designs

Cast:

Kate the Duchess of NJ and John Jamingo of theBoomer Bunker

Aaron of I had to Say it

Boomer Bob of the Boomer Bob Show

Lorenzo from Misanthrope Radio 2.0

Cody the Beard as the Last Word.

Supporters:

Steve McShane of the Razor Wire News

Josh Roberts from New Hampshire

and you can always leave a comment by email: [email protected]

Colokum Craft Coffee

455 Weekend at Bougie's

NATIONAL DAYS:

CAT HERDERS DAY - NATIONAL CUPCAKE DAY - BILL OF RIGHTS DAY

BIRTHDAYS:

Max Yasgur (1919-1973) - farmer who hosted the Woodstock music festival.

Tim Conway (1933-2019) - Actor known for his roles in The Carol Burnett Show.

Don Johnson (1949-Still Living) - Iconic character Sonny Crockett on Miami Vice.

THIS DAY IN HISTORY:

1791 - The Bill of Rights becomes law.

DAILY HEADLINE:

“Hollywood director Rob Reiner and wife Michele found dead”

There is an ongoing homicide investigation and there is speculation that Rob and his wife were murdered.

DAILY COMMENTARY:

“My Weekend at Bougie”

The bosses celebrated their 25th year in business by taking the whole company on a extravagant weekend at the Ritz Carlton in Half Moon bay.

FEATURE OF THE DAY:

“U.S. Bill of Rights”

First Amendment – Protects freedoms of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition.

Second Amendment – Protects the right to keep and bear arms.

Third Amendment – Prohibits the quartering of soldiers in private homes without the owner’s consent.

Fourth Amendment – Protects against unreasonable searches and seizures; requires warrants based on probable cause.

Fifth Amendment – Provides rights related to due process, including protection against self-incrimination, double jeopardy, and guarantees just compensation for taken property.

Sixth Amendment – Guarantees rights of the accused in criminal prosecutions, including a speedy and public trial, an impartial jury, and the right to counsel.

Seventh Amendment – Preserves the right to a jury trial in civil cases (common law).

Eighth Amendment – Prohibits excessive bail, excessive fines, and cruel and unusual punishments.

Ninth Amendment – States that rights not listed in the Constitution are still retained by the people.

Tenth Amendment – Reserves powers not delegated to the federal government to the states or the people.

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SHOW CREDITS:

Thank you to my co-host, Ken Madden of MaddK Studio

Audio credits and Producer Jason Radosevich Horrible Designs

Cast:

Kate the Duchess of NJ and John Jamingo of theBoomer Bunker

Aaron of I had to Say it

Boomer Bob of the Boomer Bob Show

Lorenzo from Misanthrope Radio 2.0

Cody the Beard as the Last Word.

Supporters:

Steve McShane of the Razor Wire News

Josh Roberts from New Hampshire

and you can always leave a comment by email: [email protected]

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454 We Said the N-Word!

NATIONAL DAYS:

NATIONAL DING-A-LING DAY - NATIONAL AMBROSIA DAY

BIRTHDAYS:

Frank Sinatra (1915-1998)

Bob Barker (1923-2023)

Mayim Bialik (1975) - Neuroscientist and actor (Big Bang Theory).

THIS DAY IN HISTORY:

1946 - The laundry detergent Tide is introduced to consumers.

DAILY HEADLINE:

When Your Neighborhood Goes Boom!

A rough morning in Hayward, California, where a neighborhood explosion sent shockwaves through the East Bay. Residents reported a sudden boom that rattled windows, shook homes, and sent emergency crews scrambling to contain the scene.

Early reports suggest the blast originated from a single residence, with investigators now sorting through debris, gas-line possibilities, and what exactly caused an otherwise normal neighborhood to turn into an action-movie soundstage.

DAILY COMMENTARY:

Maryland Family Man Free?

This week, U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis stepped in and ordered Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s immediate release from ICE custody, saying the government had no lawful basis to continue holding him. She also criticized federal authorities for providing misleading information about their ability to deport him elsewhere — basically ruling that the government was overstepping its authority and violating due process.

FEATURE OF THE DAY:

The Truth About Your “Filthy” Pillowcase

So apparently your pillowcase is a bacterial Mardi Gras — millions of microbes partying all week long. Headlines make it sound like if you don’t wash it every 10 minutes, you’ll meet your maker in your sleep.

But here’s the reality check:

If all these germ-infested things were truly lethal, we’d all be long gone.

We survive dirty phones, grimy remotes, questionable sponges, and yes — pillowcases dirtier than toilet seats — because not all bacteria are bad, and your immune system isn’t made of wet tissue.

So the practical takeaway?

Wash your sheets weekly, don’t panic, and stop letting fearmongers convince you your bedding is plotting your demise.

Just another day in the glorious ecosystem called being human.

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SHOW CREDITS:

Thank you to my co-host, Ken Madden of MaddK Studio

Audio credits and Producer Jason Radosevich Horrible Designs

Cast:

Kate the Duchess of NJ and John Jamingo of theBoomer Bunker

Aaron of I had to Say it

Boomer Bob of the Boomer Bob Show

Lorenzo from Misanthrope Radio 2.0

Cody the Beard as the Last Word.

Supporters:

Steve McShane of the Razor Wire News

Josh Roberts from New Hampshire

and you can always leave a comment by email: [email protected]

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453 Ericka - The Movement

NATIONAL DAYS:

NATIONAL STRETCHING DAY

BIRTHDAYS:

Brenda Lee (1944-Still Living) - Singer of Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree.

Teri Garr (1944-2024) - Actress known for her role in Tootsie and Mr. Mom.

Nikki Sixx (1958) - Bass player and member of the rock band Motley Crue.

THIS DAY IN HISTORY:

2008 - Bernie Madoff is arrested and charged with securities fraud in a $50 billion Ponzi scheme.

DAILY HEADLINE:

“Erika & Charlie Kirk: Is This Really a Media Blitz?”

Today on The Weather’d View, Bruce looks at the growing coverage surrounding Erika Kirk and the posthumous promotion of Charlie Kirk’s work. Most of her appearances are clustered on Fox News, giving the impression she’s “everywhere,” while other major networks barely touch the story.

DAILY COMMENTARY:

“I Thought We Were After Drug Dealers, Not Oil Tankers”

Today, The Weather’d View questions why U.S. policy toward Venezuela keeps drifting away from cracking down on drug trafficking and toward negotiating over oil. We hear constant messaging about stopping the flow of drugs into the country, yet the focus shifts whenever energy interests become part of the conversation.

If the goal is to confront the networks fueling the drug trade, why are we easing pressure on the governments connected to those same networks? The priorities don’t line up with the rhetoric. Bruce looks at how political and economic interests are reshaping the narrative — and why Americans are noticing the contradiction.

FEATURE OF THE DAY:

“The TV Remote”

The Crew takes aim at one of the dirtiest and most abused objects in every home: the TV remote. The remote is passed around, dropped, sat on, lost in the couch, and somehow always sticky—yet never actually cleaned. Everyone in the house denies causing the mystery stains, but everyone contributes to the wear and tear.

The buttons fade, the batteries die at the worst possible moments, and more often than not, you’re smacking the thing like an old radio hoping it will listen. The person who holds the remote silently controls the room, and everyone knows it.

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SHOW CREDITS:

Thank you to my co-host, Ken Madden of MaddK Studio

Audio credits and Producer Jason Radosevich Horrible Designs

Cast:

Kate the Duchess of NJ and John Jamingo of theBoomer Bunker

Aaron of I had to Say it

Boomer Bob of the Boomer Bob Show

Lorenzo from Misanthrope Radio 2.0

Cody the Beard as the Last Word.

Supporters:

Steve McShane of the Razor Wire News

Josh Roberts from New Hampshire

and you can always leave a comment by email: [email protected]

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452 Duchess Dirty Purse

NATIONAL DAYS:

NATIONAL LAGER DAY - DEWEY DECIMAL SYSTEM DAY

BIRTHDAYS:

Melvil Dewey (1851-1931) - Creator of the Dewey Decimal System.

Susan Dey (1952-Still Living) - Laurie Partridge in the Partridge Family.

Michael Clarke Duncan (1957-2012) - The Green Mile and Armageddon.

THIS DAY IN HISTORY:

2012 - Google begins selling $99 laptops in the U.S.

DAILY HEADLINE:

OH CANADA, LET ME IN - BUT WAIT!!!

The State Department has revoked a record-breaking 85,000 visas as the Trump administration ramps up scrutiny on visitors to the United States.

Of the revoked visas, more than 8,000 were students — more than double the number in 2024.

Some of the reasons for the revoked visas include DUIs, assaults, and theft, which together account for almost half of the revocations in the past year.

But wait! Did You Know?

I asked Grok

“Is it true that you cannot visit Canada if you were convicted of a DUI?”

No, it's not true that you absolutely cannot visit Canada with a DUI conviction—but a DUI (or equivalent impaired driving offense) typically makes you criminally inadmissible, meaning you can be denied entry at the border without advance approval. Canada treats DUI convictions as serious criminality under its immigration laws, especially since changes in December 2018 that increased maximum penalties, applying to both Canadian and foreign convictions (including U.S. misdemeanors).

But, But… How many people a year in the USA are convicted for DUI?

Based on the most recent available data (as of 2025), approximately 500,000 to 600,000 people are convicted of DUI (driving under the influence, also known as DWI or impaired driving) each year in the United States. This estimate accounts for the fact that not all arrests lead to convictions—national conviction rates for DUI cases hover around 59–70%, depending on the jurisdiction and year.

Which pretty much means that unless you adhere to the rehabilitative policies of Canada, you are likely going to be turned away at the door. Remember those of you who clutch your pearls at the revocation of US Visa’s

DAILY COMMENTARY:

WHY MONETARY INFLATION MATTERS MORE

Government deficit spending increases the money supply.

Cheap borrowing and stimulus flood the economy with dollars.

Asset prices (housing, stocks) rise long before food and gas do.

Households feel only the consumer inflation, not the policy chain that caused it.

FEATURE OF THE DAY:

THE WEATHER’D VIEW — CAR KEYS DAY

The Forgotten Filth

Keys touch gas pumps, drive-thru counters, shopping carts, public bathrooms, and every surface in between.

Then you toss them on your kitchen table without a second thought.

“Car keys are the handshake between your clean home and the dirty outside world.”

“Your car keys know more about your life than your therapist — and they look worse for the wear.”

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SHOW CREDITS:

Thank you to my co-host, Ken Madden of MaddK Studio

Audio credits and Producer Jason Radosevich Horrible Designs

Cast:

Kate the Duchess of NJ and John Jamingo of theBoomer Bunker

Aaron of I had to Say it

Boomer Bob of the Boomer Bob Show

Lorenzo from Misanthrope Radio 2.0

Cody the Beard as the Last Word.

Supporters:

Steve McShane of the Razor Wire News

Josh Roberts from New Hampshire

and you can always leave a comment by email: [email protected]

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DECEMBER 9th 2025:

LUTEFISK DAY - CHRISTMAS CARD DAY - NATIONAL PASTRY DAY

BIRTHDAYS:

Margaret Hamilton (1902-1985) - the Wicked Witch in the Wizard of Oz.

Redd Foxx (1922-1991) - Fred Sanford in the t.v. series Sanford and Son.

Donny Osmond (1957-Still Living) - Donny and Marie musical duo.

THIS DAY IN HISTORY

1965 - A Charlie Brown Christmas airs on CBS.

Why Prices Don’t Fall When Inflation Falls

Media’s Big Confusion

SPONGE & DISH TOWEL DAY

ONE DAY...AT BANDCAMP!!!

Thank you to my co-host, Ken Madden of MADDKStudio. Producer Jason Radosevich, owner of Horrible Designs.

And of course, the Morning Show Cast of Characters and supporters:

Kate, the Dutchess of New Jersey, and John Jamingo from The Boomer Bunker.

Aaron, from the I Had to Say It podcast.

Boomer Bob of The Boomer Bob Show.

Lorenzo from Misanthrope Radio 2.0.

And Cody the Beard, for always being The Last Word.

Additional supporters and contributors include Steve McShane from Razor Wire News, Josh Roberts from New Hampshire, and once again, our show sponsor: ColockumCraft.Coffee.

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Do that, and I promise: we’ll be back with another episode of The Weather’d View.

Until then… have a great day, and be good to yourself. Bye-bye!

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DECEMBER 8th 2025:

NATIONAL BROWNIE DAY

BIRTHDAYS:

Sammy Davis Jr. (1925-1990) - Actor, singer, and dancer.

Jim Morrison (1943-1971) - Lead singer of the Doors.

Kim Basinger (1953-Still Living) - Multi-award winning actress

Teri Hatcher (1964-Still Living) - Actress best known for her role as Lois Lane

THIS DAY IN HISTORY

2013 - Metallica becomes the first band to perform on all seven continents

Consumer Inflation vs. Monetary Inflation

1. Two Different Inflations

Consumer Inflation: What people feel — groceries, gas, rent, utilities, daily essentials.

Monetary Inflation: What the Federal Reserve creates — money printing, stimulus, low interest rates, expanding the money supply.

2. Cause vs. Effect

Monetary inflation happens first (money supply expansion).

Consumer inflation happens later (prices rise because money is worth less).

Media focuses on prices, not the policy decisions causing them.

My Toothbrush!

Thank you to my co-host, Ken Madden of MADDKStudio. Producer Jason Radosevich, owner of Horrible Designs.

And of course, the Morning Show Cast of Characters and supporters:

Kate, the Dutchess of New Jersey, and John Jamingo from The Boomer Bunker.

Aaron, from the I Had to Say It podcast.

Boomer Bob of The Boomer Bob Show.

Lorenzo from Misanthrope Radio 2.0.

And Cody the Beard, for always being The Last Word.

Additional supporters and contributors include Steve McShane from Razor Wire News, Josh Roberts from New Hampshire, and once again, our show sponsor: Colockum Craft Coffee.

All the links are in the show notes — so smash that like button, share the show, and leave a comment and a rating.

Do that, and I promise: we’ll be back with another episode of The Weather’d View.

Until then… have a great day, and be good to yourself. Bye-bye!

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