The Early Bird Gets The Worm!
It's no secret we are up very early for our job, but why do you get up so early? Do you have to hit the gym before work? Take the dog for a walk? You may want to start waking up early when you find out what time they claim successful people wake up.
7m Mar 28, 2022
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March 28, 2022: The Slap Heard Round The World; Life Lessons From Denzel; 4am Wake Ups
It’s the story that everyone will be talking about today, but the question is; was it even real?  (:30) What time do you get up in the morning?  A new study shows that there is a correct time of day to get up if you want to be successful!  (4:30) The Chris Rock/Will Smith scandal is all over the news, but at least one positive thing came out of it!  A nice wholesome life lesson from none othe...
49m Mar 28, 2022
49m
Friday March 25, 2022: Your Kid’s Favorite Toy; Anna’s Daughter Makes Dinner; Raven’s Report Card
One of the best parts of going to the Oscar’s is the fancy goodie bags they give out to guests.  But this year, The Oscar’s are actually giving away real estate!  (:30) Every Friday, Raven’s wife Alicia calls in to the show to give Raven a grade on how he did as a husband that week!  This week, Raven’s latest surgery has been causing some tension in the house, but is that really his fault?  (3...
45m Mar 25, 2022
45m
All I Need To Know About You: Friend Edition
Every day you see someone do something that makes you think "that is all I need to know about you!" Today, it's all about your friends! Listen to the podcast and see if any of your friends fit these "all I need" scenarios... Maybe you are that friend!
8m Mar 25, 2022
8m
Raven's Report Card: The Shower Problem
Every week, Raven’s wife, Alicia, gives Raven a grade based on how he behaved as a husband that week. Will Raven's shower etiquette be his downfall this week? Find out in the podcast.
4m Mar 25, 2022
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Thursday March 24, 2022: Worst Noise Ever; Seat Filler; Anna’s Husband Makes Dinner
What’s your least favorite noise in the world?  After having a sinus operation, Raven started making a noise that Anna has declared the worst sound in the entire world!  (:30) Basketball may not be your thing, but everyone is always excited about the latest trends!  Anna and Raven present March Fadness, the ultimate tournament to determine the greatest fad of all time!  Today’s match-up is bet...
30m Mar 24, 2022
30m
Anna's Not Cooking But Her Family Is!
Anna is sick of cooking, so she's come up with a plan to get her entire family to take over the dinner duties...but how did it go when her husband was up first?! Catch up with the podcast!  
3m Mar 24, 2022
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Talking To A Former Oscar Seat Filler
Did you know that they hire people to be seat fillers at the Oscars? Laura Cain was one of those seat fillers, how did she get that gig and what did she have to do?! Catch up with the podcast!
4m Mar 24, 2022
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Wellness Wednesday: Cleaning Calories
Cleaning and exercise are both necessary but time consuming activities, but what if you could get the benefits of both in the time it takes to do one? Anna had Producers’ Jon and Sean try it out!
4m Mar 23, 2022
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Avoiding Rental Car Nightmares
If you need some advice on how to avoid a rental car nightmare this summer, Anna and Raven spoke to rental expert Summer Hull about how to make you renting experience easier!
4m Mar 23, 2022
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Wednesday March 23, 2022: Rental Nightmare; Cardio Cleaning; Good Idea Bad Idea
What do your co-workers do that drives your nuts?  Anna and Raven found a list of the top responses and shared some pet peeves of their own!  (:30) Cleaning and exercise are both necessary but time consuming activities, but what if you could get the benefits of both in the time it takes to do one? Anna had Producers’ Jon and Sean try it out!  (3:11) The Department of Transportation has a toug...
46m Mar 23, 2022
46m
Is Anna Zap Out Of Line: New Dinner Plans
Anna is tired of cooking dinner, so she believes she came up with the perfect plan that'll get rid of the responsibility in... but is she out of line for doing it? Decide for yourself.
8m Mar 22, 2022
8m
A Song For The States
American Song Contest which is the American version of Eurovision debuted last night! The concept is every state has a musical artist represent them, and they create a song that best represents that state. The Anna and Raven version has us spinning a prize wheel filled with state names and whatever it lands on, Jon must write a song about it within six minutes. How did he do? Check out the podc...
6m Mar 22, 2022
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The Family Dilemma
Someone wrote on Anna's Parenting Group on Facebook asking for advice because of a difficult situation he is currently in. How do you choose between your family...And your family? Catch up with the podcast.
7m Mar 22, 2022
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Tuesday March 22, 2022: Is Anna Out of Line; Producer Jon’s Song Contest; March Fadness
Would you accept a hug from a stranger?  The consensus on the Anna and Raven show is yes but…only under certain circumstances.  (:30) Stealing is always bad, but if you steal something this weird that’s all I need to know about you!  (3:40) Anna has a Facebook parenting group and it’s usually just a nice forum for local parents to talk about their experiences.  But after reading one Dad’s sto...
46m Mar 22, 2022
46m
Talking To Your Kid's About Ukraine
How do you talk to your kids about the Russia/Ukraine war? Well, it depends on their age. Child psychologist, Dr. Joe Schippa, breaks it down. Catch up with the podcast.
4m Mar 21, 2022
4m
Another Procedure For Raven
Raven had ANOTHER medical procedure this week.  But this one may the strangest yet, especially because of who he sounds like now...Check out the podcast.
4m Mar 21, 2022
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Monday March 21, 2022: Brand Loyalty; Raven’s Gross Procedure; Tae Bo vs. Goatees
Is there anything more important than a trip to space?  Pete Davidson recently bailed on a trip into outer space and Anna and Raven are trying to figure out why…  (:30) Are you up to date on this week’s trending stories?  Anna and Raven get you up to date on what’s trending, including the reason Maury is back in the news!  (1:56) It feels like there’s always something wrong with Raven these d...
45m Mar 21, 2022
45m
March Madness For People Who Know Nothing About It
Everyone is talking about March Madness and Anna has no idea what they’re talking about! Luckily, Roger Rubin from Newsday called in to give Anna 3 things she can say to sound smart if she finds herself in a college basketball conversation! Image Source: Getty Images
4m Mar 18, 2022
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Cutting The Cord
Have you cut the cord?  Cable companies are rapidly losing customers to streaming services but TV analyst Bruce Leichtman explains why they’re not that worried about it!
3m Mar 18, 2022
3m
Raven's Report Card: The Secret
Every Friday, Raven’s wife Alicia calls in to give Raven a grade on how he did as a husband that week!  This week, Alicia is about to find out that Anna and Raven have been keeping a secret from her for months!
4m Mar 18, 2022
4m
Friday March 18, 2022: Cut The Cord; March Madness For Dummies; Mommy’s Margarita Friday
What’s the craziest thing you’ve seen go down at a concert?  A Justin Beiber concert lost power recently and every light in the place went out!  Except for one terrifying detail…  (:15) Every Friday, Raven’s wife Alicia calls in to give Raven a grade on how he did as a husband that week!  This week, Alicia is about to find out that Anna and Raven have been keeping a secret from her for months!...
45m Mar 18, 2022
45m
Leprechauns According To Kids
It's St. Patrick's Day, so what better way to celebrate than to learn everything you need to know about leprechauns from kids?! Where do they come from? Why do they exist? These kids have all the answers...and they're hilarious! Thank you to all the parents that submitted their children's audio for the show today!
7m Mar 17, 2022
7m
The Perfect Corned Beef
If you are getting ready to make you and your family the perfect corned beef this St. Patrick's Day, Food Network's Chef Plum has some important tips to consider before you get to cooking...and one of them may have you wondering why you didn't start this process a month ago. Image Source: Getty Images
3m Mar 17, 2022
3m
Thursday March 17, 2022: Producer Sean’s St. Paddy’s Day Project; Childish Leprechauns; Got Lucky
What’s your favorite thing about St. Patrick’s Day?  Despite not having one drop of Irish blood, Anna has never said no to corn beef and cabbage!  (:30) Lucky Charms may be delicious, but they’re good for a lot more than just eating!  Anna has a project for Producer Sean and his only tools are paper, glue and a box of Lucky Charms!  (2:22) St. Patrick’s Day is a time to celebrate, but if you ...
48m Mar 17, 2022
48m
The Pros & Cons Of Working With Your Spouse
For the first time ever, Anna found herself working from home with her husband and it led to some awkward conversations. What are the pros and cons of working with your significant other? Check out the podcast! 
10m Mar 16, 2022
10m
Clever And Creative Vanity Plates
Anna saw a vanity license plate yesterday that stuck with her, and it led to the bigger question, what was the vanity plate you put on your car? Did you have one? Catch up with the podcast! Image Source: Getty Images
3m Mar 16, 2022
3m
Wellness Wednesday: No More Nap Shaming
Don't let anyone nap shame you anymore because naps are actually very good for you...but only if they are one of two different lengths. Find out why in the podcast! Image Source: Getty Images
4m Mar 16, 2022
4m
Wednesday March 16, 2022: March Fadness; Jon’s Jingle; Work With Your Spouse
Are the days of mall shopping finally over?  Anna is worried that this staple of her childhood may be slowly disappearing!  (:30) How long do you nap for?  According to one study, there are only two correct answers to that question!  (2:25) At this point, you should have taken your Christmas decorations down months ago.  But if you’re the type of person who put everything away except for one ...
45m Mar 16, 2022
45m
Tuesday March 15, 2022: Card Protocol; Restaurant Manner Etiquette; Hotel Covid
Anna’s older daughter turned 13 over the weekend!  This birthday was a good time, but it reminded Anna of one of the most stressful weekends of her life!  (:15) Just when you thought you were done with the Kanye/Pete Davidson story, a new development has happened that’s completely out of this world!  (2:44) The gas crisis is affecting everyone in the country, so if you’re out here making it w...
50m Mar 15, 2022
50m
Card Protocol
Anna thinks that greeting cards have become too expensive and pointless. She has a seven-day rule. If she gets a card, she displays it for seven days, then right in the garbage. What's your greeting card protocol?
8m Mar 15, 2022
8m
Manners That Are Out Of Style
After Anna noticed almost every diner at a restaurant having their elbows on the table, she wondered what manners don't matter anymore? Karen Thomas, Etiquette Expert, fills you in.
7m Mar 15, 2022
7m
The Technology That Changed Your Life
There is a new list of life changing technology that guarantees to better your life, but what was the one gadget or piece of technology that DID make your life easier? Catch up with the podcast. 
4m Mar 15, 2022
4m
Phrases Your Parents Would Say That Drive You Crazy
Anna attended a kid's birthday party, and when a child asked for a certain piece of birthday cake, his mother said something that made us all cringe as children. What was the phrase your parents use to say to you that drove you crazy? Image Source: Getty Images 
11m Mar 14, 2022
11m
The Worst Hobbies
The pandemic has given people a lot of time to try or explore something new, but what hobby became the number one hobby during it all? Puzzles! Puzzles are a fun a time waster, but what is the worst hobby of all time according to you? Hear all the answers in the podcast. Image Source: Getty Images
3m Mar 14, 2022
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Monday March 14th, 2022: Parent Phrases; Terrible Hobbies; Hiding Spots
 It’s National Pie Day! What is America's favorite pie, and do you think it's accurate? (0:15) The pandemic has given everyone all the reason to start a new hobby to kill some time, but what are the worst hobbies you can have? (2:26) If you retire than do THIS no more than two months later, that is all I need to know about you! (5:47) Anna heard a mother tell her child something while at a k...
45m Mar 14, 2022
45m
Goodbye Screens, Hello Real Toys!
Electronics have been the preferred gift for kids for the last decade, but one study revealed that kids are actually starting to play with real toys again!  Anna and Raven spoke to toy store owner Lori Badanes about which toys kids are enjoying the most!
4m Mar 11, 2022
4m
Friday March 11, 2022: Bad News Jobs; Producer Jon’s Jingle; Motivational Messages
Every Friday, Raven’s wife Alicia calls in to give Raven a grade on how he did as a husband that week!  Last weekend, Raven threw Alicia a birthday party and his grade is going to largely depend on how it went!  (:15) Anna tries to not get mad on the air, but you’re one of the thieves who’ve been stealing from her mom then that’s all she needs to know about you!  (3:49) How much do jingle wri...
43m Mar 11, 2022
43m
Bad News Jobs
Some jobs feel as if they only exist to give you terrible news! Do you work one of those jobs? And could it be as bad as the ones you'll hear in the podcast!?
11m Mar 11, 2022
11m
The Anna & Raven Pep Talk Line
A group of preschoolers started a pep talk hotline to help motivate people. It's such a great idea...we copied it. To have the best day you've ever had, listen to this.
3m Mar 11, 2022
3m
Raven's Report Card: The Successful Party?
Every week, Raven's wife Alicia gives Raven a grade based on how he behaved as a husband. Raven threw his wife Alicia a birthday party last week. Did Raven pull off the greatest party of all time, or will a bad grade reflect how it went?
4m Mar 11, 2022
4m
The Show Plays Heardle
Move over Wordle, because Heardle is the new craze! The game is a lot like Beat Shazam; you must guess a song title just be hearing mere seconds of it. How did everyone do? Could you have guessed any of these songs quicker than us?
4m Mar 10, 2022
4m
Are Forever Stamps Really Forever?
The US Senate has passed a new postal reform bill which got us talking about stamps...Are forever stamps really "forever"? We got to the bottom of it, mainly because Raven doesn't believe the price stays the same forever. What did we find out? Find out in the podcast! Image Source: Getty Images
4m Mar 10, 2022
4m
Judging Parenting Styles
Has someone ever complained about your child to you? Anna was put in this situation the other day, so she asked Parenting Educator Elisabeth Stitt what to do in that situation!
3m Mar 10, 2022
3m
Thursday March 10, 2022: Kid Complaints Continue; Producer Jon Gets Breadcrumbed; Heardle
What’s the first body part you wash when you get in the shower?  The answer might say a lot about your personality!  (:25) Anna’s got three crazy news stories and Raven is gonna pick one to talk about!  Today his options are; giant spiders invading the east coast, a person who got stuck in a waterslide, and a teacher who bit a student because of a vegetable!  (2:52) They may have similar soun...
47m Mar 10, 2022
47m
What You Can Expect With The Gas Price Increase
He's the most in demand person right now, Patrick DeHaan from GasBuddy. When will there be relief in gas prices? Is this just the beginning? How can you save? Check out the podcast. 
4m Mar 09, 2022
4m
Child Complaints
A woman complained about Anna's three-year-old after she screamed out at a restaurant. But it's what she said that had Anna giggling all week. Has someone ever complained about your child? Catch up with the podcast!
10m Mar 09, 2022
10m
Wednesday March 9, 2022: In Your Face; Judge Your Parenting; Nomophobia
Do you still hold hands with your significant other?  At this point in her relationship, Anna has come to the realization that it’s physically impossible to comfortably hold hands with her husband!  (:30) Gas prices are at historic highs and will likely keep growing!  Anna and Raven spoke to Patrick De Haan from GasBuddy.com to get some tips on how you can save some money.  (2:30) Have you ev...
48m Mar 09, 2022
48m
Should This Go On My Resume?
Anna's husband is hiring interns at his job and had to show her what many candidates were writing on their resumes. Is this a thing?! Catch up with the podcast, and if you had this section on your resume, what would you list? 
3m Mar 08, 2022
3m
Money Not So Well Spent
The average person spends $300 on clothing they'll never wear, but what happened when Anna went through a bag of donation clothing that's been sitting in his car for weeks? Eye opening to say the least. Check out the podcast. Image Source: Getty Images
7m Mar 08, 2022
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