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Tease: Coming up in ___________ minutes, the CDC’s new guidelines are already having an impact
Some states and businesses are already reconsidering their mask policies in response to the CDC’s new guidelines. CVS, Walgreens and Macy’s said they’re all reviewing their requirements for face coverings. In a surprise news conference yesterday the CDC announced that people who are fully vaccinated against Covid-19 do not need to wear masks or practice social distancing indoors or outdoors. Finally, I can ditch this mask I haven’t washed in a lot longer than I’d care to admit. (Additional Out) So long smelling my own breath all day!
Tease: In ______ minutes, we finally have a date for the Friends reunion
The long-awaited Friends reunion will debut on HBO Max on May 27th. Friends: The Reunion brings together Jennifer Aniston, Courtney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry and David Schwimmer. The cast will return to the show’s original soundstage for a real-life unscripted celebration of the show that aired on NBC for 10 seasons from 1994 to 2004. And reran every day since on TBS. (Additional Out) Tune in to see who's had the most work done.
Tease: Coming up at _____, what tickets for the Brady-Belichick reunion game are going for
Tickets for Tom Brady’s return to New England are already selling for upwards of $12,000. This week the NFL released their schedule which revealed that Brady and the Bucs will be visiting Belichick and the Patriots on October 3rd in week 4. It will mark Tom’s first meeting with the Pats since he left for the Bucs. But probably not his last since he’s likely to play into his mid-50s. (Additional out) After growing tired of single-handedly carrying a team for 20 seasons.
Tease: In _____ minutes, how much the Colonial Pipeline paid hackers
The owners of the Colonial Pipeline reportedly paid hackers $5 million. The major pipeline from New York to Texas paid the hefty ransom to get back online after a cyberattack from the Russian criminal group known as Darkside. The pipeline shut down caused panic buying and gas shortages forcing emergencies in four states. And made Tesla owners even more smug than normal. (Additional out). To retaliate I’ve begun hoarding vodka.
Phone Topic/Web Poll: Comedian John Mulaney is reportedly dating actress Olivia Munn. People reported that the two started dating after meeting at a church in LA. This comes just days after it was announced that Mulaney had asked his wife of six years for a divorce. What do you think, how soon is it appropriate to start publicly dating someone after asking for a divorce?
Contest Tease: Contest Tease: Coming up at _____________, how many pet owners would choose their pet over this? The correct answer wins ________.
[Contest setup] Turns out a lot of pet owners would choose their pet over their romantic partner. According to a survey by OnePoll, what percentage of respondents said they would break up with their significant other if their pet doesn’t like them?
A: 47%
B: 57%
C: 67%
Answer: C, a whopping 67% of people would choose their pet over their partner and 71% trust their pet’s judgement more than their own. Hence why I just released my new line of bacon scented cologne and perfume.
[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: Fruit
(Read once you get the caller on the line)
Name 5 of the top 9 healthiest fruit juices according to Healthline (Cranberry, tomato, beet, apple, prune, pomegranate, acai berry, orange, grapefruit)
Name 5 of the top 10 most consumed fruits in the US (Bananas, apples, strawberries, grapes, oranges, watermelon, blueberries, lemons, peaches, avocados)
5 Things You Need to Know
1) Some states and businesses are already reconsidering their mask policies in response to the CDC’s new guidelines. CVS, Walgreens and Macy’s said they’re all reviewing their requirements for face coverings. In a surprise news conference yesterday the CDC announced that people who are fully vaccinated against Covid-19 do not need to wear masks or practice social distancing indoors or outdoors. Finally, I can ditch this mask I haven’t washed in a lot longer than I’d care to admit.
2) The long-awaited Friends reunion will debut on HBO Max on May 27th. Friends: The Reunion brings together Jennifer Aniston, Courtney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry and David Schwimmer. The cast will return to the show’s original soundstage for a real-life unscripted celebration of the show that aired on NBC for 10 seasons from 1994 to 2004. And reran every day since on TBS.
3) Tickets for Tom Brady’s return to New England are already selling for upwards of $12,000. This week the NFL released their schedule which revealed that Brady and the Bucs will be visiting Belichick and the Patriots on October 3rd in week 4. It will mark Tom’s first meeting with the Pats since he left for the Bucs. After growing tired of single-handedly carrying a team for 20 seasons.
4) The owners of the Colonial Pipeline reportedly paid hackers $5 million. The major pipeline from New York to Texas paid the hefty ransom to get back online after a cyberattack from the Russian criminal group known as Darkside. The pipeline shut down caused panic buying and gas shortages forcing emergencies in four states. And made Tesla owners even more smug than normal.
5) Turns out a lot of pet owners would choose their pet over their romantic partner. According to a survey by OnePoll, a whopping 67% of people would choose their pet over their partner and 71% trust their pet’s judgement more than their own. Hence why I just released my new line of bacon scented cologne and perfume.
How Soon Is It Appropriate to Date After Asking For a Divorce?
Comedian John Mulaney is reportedly dating actress Olivia Munn. People reported that the two started dating after meeting at a church in LA. This comes just days after it was announced that Mulaney had asked his wife of six years for a divorce. What do you think, how soon is it appropriate to start publicly dating someone after asking for a divorce? 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)
How soon is it appropriate to start publicly dating someone after asking for a divorce?
Immediately
One week
Two weeks
Six weeks
Not until the divorce is finalized
(Other suggestions from on-air)