Move over McAllen, Texas—there's a new city wearing the crown as America's fattest town. According to a recent study, Little Rock, Arkansas has claimed the top spot, knocking McAllen out of first place. The guys break down the rankings and discuss what factors helped Little Rock rise to the top of a list nobody really wants to lead.
If you're planning a summer getaway, a new road trip study may help point you in the right direction. Minnesota was named the best state in America for a road trip thanks to its combination of safe roads, outdoor recreation, festivals, and relatively affordable travel costs. On the opposite end of the spectrum, Rhode Island finished dead last. The crew discusses whether they agree with the rankings and where Connecticut should have landed.
Meanwhile, millions of bees are on the loose in Texas after a semitruck carrying dozens of beehives overturned on a roadway. The crash released a massive swarm, creating a difficult situation for emergency crews and local beekeepers trying to recover the insects. It's one of those stories that sounds like the beginning of a disaster movie.
The estate of Whitney Houston is pushing back against comments recently made by Oprah Winfrey regarding Whitney's final appearance on her television show. Pat Houston released a statement acknowledging that Whitney did fall off the stage during a sound check, but stressed that the incident happened because of poor lighting and unfamiliar surroundings—not because she was under the influence. While the statement also acknowledged Whitney's well-documented struggles with addiction, the family says they want to correct what they believe are misconceptions about that particular moment.
And finally, pickleball fans have something new to look forward to. The trailer for the upcoming comedy film "The Dink" has officially been released. With pickleball continuing to explode in popularity across the country, Hollywood is now getting in on the action with a movie centered around America's fastest-growing sport.