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Tease: Coming up in ___________ minutes, how much could the next stimulus checks be
Our next stimulus checks will be $1,400 if President Elect Joe Biden can push through his economic plan. Biden unveiled his $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan in a speech last night. In it he said, “Millions of Americans, through no fault of their own, have lost the dignity and respect that comes with a job and a paycheck,” adding “The very health of our nation is at stake.” Trust me I know, my advisers tell me I’m super-old. (Additional out) As usual you can send my check directly to Amazon to pay for all the things I’ve purchased while being stuck at home.
Tease: In ______ minutes, this College coach just jumped to the NFL
The Jaguars have hired Urban Meyer as their new head coach. Jacksonville decided to turn to one of the most successful college coaches in NCAA history to help spur a turnaround of one of the NFL’s worst franchises. The Jaguars are odds on favorites to land the #1 pick after going 1 and 15 this year. So, basically, if he wins 4 games next year he’ll be a hero. (Additional out) No word on whether Meyer plans on continuing his long-standing tradition of looking the other way when his players get arrested.
Tease: Coming up at _____, what Covid has done to life expectancy in the US
A new study finds that Covid-19 will knock more than a year off the average US life expectancy. Some hospitals in the US are now completely overwhelmed, with health care workers begging their communities to stay home to stem the influx of patients. In the UK, hospitals are so packed that nearby hotels are turning floors into Covid-19 recovery wards. On a brighter note at least 28 US states have begun administering vaccines to the elderly. So, I may just be six weeks away from being able to hug grandma again. (Additional out) Unfortunately by my last count we have 50 states.
Tease: In _____ minutes, what Tom Cruise bought to enforce Covid protocols on set
Tom Cruise bought two expensive patrol robots to enforce Covid-19 protocols on the ‘Mission Impossible 7’ set. Last month audio leaked of Cruise going off on crew members for violating safety protocols. A new report in the Daily Sun says the Hollywood legend paid huge sums for two state-of-the-art robots to patrol the set when filming resumes and administer on-the-spot Covid tests to staff. Also, I assume if they catch you looking Tom directly in the eye, they tase you. (Additional Out) Sounds like a fun guy to work with.
Phone Topic/Web Poll: According to a recent survey, people say their living room is typically the messiest room in their house. The kitchen came in second, followed by the bedroom. I’m team bedroom all the way. There’s a reason why my bedroom door is always shut when I have company over. What about you, what’s the messiest room in your house?
Contest Tease: Coming up at _____________, what will this move cost him? The correct answer wins ________.
[Contest setup] James Harden is now a Brooklyn Net after essentially forcing the Houston Rockets to trade him. But, what will the move from Texas to New York cost him in taxes over the next three years?
A: $1.3 million
B: $13.6 million
C: $23.6 million
Answer: B, the move from Texas, which has no state income tax, to New York that does will cost Harden roughly $13.6 million in additional taxes over the next three years. That’s a lot of money to lose just to get to play with Kevin Durant and, every once and awhile, Kyrie Irving.
[DIY Feature] Fast Five Fridays: If you can name five in five seconds you’ll win _________. Call for your chance to win.
Fast Five Friday Topic: Tacos
(Read once you get the caller on the line)
Name 5 of the top ten 10 taco chains in the US based on sales (Taco Bell, Chipotle, Qdoba, Del Taco, Moe’s Southwest Grill, Chuy’s, Taco John’s, On the Border, Taco Cabana, Torchy’s Tacos)
Name 5 popular taco toppings (Guacamole, sour cream, salsa, lettuce, tomato, pico de gallo, coriander, hot sauce, olive oil, lime juice, grated cheese, rice, maize, potato, scallion, jalapeno)
5 Things You Need to Know
1) Our next stimulus checks will be $1,400 if President Elect Joe Biden can push through his economic plan. Biden unveiled his $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan in a speech last night. In it he said, “Millions of Americans, through no fault of their own, have lost the dignity and respect that comes with a job and a paycheck,” adding “The very health of our nation is at stake.” As usual you can send my check directly to Amazon to pay for all the things I’ve purchased while being stuck at home.
2) The Jaguars have hired Urban Meyer as their new head coach. Jacksonville decided to turn to one of the most successful college coaches in NCAA history to help spur a turnaround of one of the NFL’s worst franchises. The Jaguars are odds on favorites to land the #1 pick after going 1 and 15 this year. No word on whether Meyer plans on continuing his long-standing tradition of looking the other way when his players get arrested.
3) A new study finds that Covid-19 will knock more than a year off the average US life expectancy. Some hospitals in the US are now completely overwhelmed, with health care workers begging their communities to stay home to stem the influx of patients. In the UK, hospitals are so packed that nearby hotels are turning floors into Covid-19 recovery wards. On a brighter note at least 28 US states have begun administering vaccines to the elderly. Unfortunately by my last count we have 50 states.
4) Tom Cruise bought two expensive patrol robots to enforce Covid-19 protocols on the ‘Mission Impossible 7’ set. Last month audio leaked of Cruise going off on crew members for violating safety protocols. A new report in the Daily Sun says the Hollywood legend paid huge sums for two state-of-the-art robots to patrol the set when filming resumes and administer on-the-spot Covid tests to staff. Also, I assume if they catch you looking Tom directly in the eye, they tase you.
5) James Harden is now a Brooklyn Net after essentially forcing the Houston Rockets to trade him. But, the move from Texas, which has no state income tax, to New York that does will cost Harden roughly $13.6 million in additional taxes over the next three years. That’s a lot of money to lose just to get to play with Kevin Durant and, every once and awhile, Kyrie Irving.
What’s the Messiest Room In Your House?
According to a recent survey, people say their living room is typically the messiest room in their house. The kitchen came in second, followed by the bedroom. I’m team bedroom all the way. There’s a reason why my bedroom door is always shut when I have company over. What about you, what’s the messiest room in your house? We posed that question to our _________ listeners, click below to hear their responses, take the web poll below to weigh in, then listen Monday at _______ to hear the results.
(Upload audio from your best calls)
(Web poll)
What’s the messiest room in your house?
Living Room
Kitchen
Bedroom
Laundry Room
Bathroom
(Other suggestions from on-air)