This is Today

The end is here! At midnight, 2020 will be in the history books, the terrible history books.  A few of our favorite podcasters join us to help us send off the year.

2020 is almost done and we celebrate with Bacon. 

Today we talk about the time Christmas was cancelled with Martyn Bennett, Professor of Early Modern History at Nottingham Trent University.

Stephanie Meyer selected Forks, Washington, a rainy little city in the Pacific Northwest, as the backdrop for her Twilight saga.  Today, we talk with Lissy Andros from the Forks Chamber of Commerce about the city's beautiful surroundings and how Twilight fans can take a photo with Bella and Edward's baby.

A lot of normal activities have been canceled for our kids this year. Children might be a little concerned about Santa. I talked with a captain from NORAD, the government authority in charge of tracking Santa within the United States' borders.   We confirm that Santa will be taking to the skies this year, and NORAD will continue it's a 65-year tradition of tracking Santa.  

We discuss the origin of ugly sweater parties. It turns out that origin was not my 1990 school photo!  We also discuss the historical events of today and this weekend.

When looking back at Beverly Hills 90210 you have to wonder, was there more drama backstage or on-screen?  Those backstage disagreements led to the departure of Shannen Doherty, who played the role of Brenda.  We talk with Justin Jones from the podcast Daddy Home about 90210.

40 years ago, legendary performer John Lennon was killed.  We talk with Will and Ash from Listen2This about John's legacy.  

Today we discuss National Cookie Day with Regina Mcmenomy from Game on Girl.  Listen to discover why you shouldn't eat cookies from a mall.  We also learn about the first female mayor of San Francisco, and we almost lost Gary Busey.

Today we tell you the story of a Hollywood romance, starring Lucy & Desi.  Learn how the couple met, married, and divorced.  

We also discuss the Brady Bill, the release of Thriller, and Cyber Monday.

Today, we talk about the death of Natalie Wood.  She was on a yacht with her husband Robert Wagner and their guest, Christopher Walken.  Natalie's death was initially ruled accidental, but they have reopened the case.  Learn more on today's podcast.

It's Small Business Saturday, a day to support small businesses.  We talk with Greg Louie, an entrepreneur and co-host of DIY for Small Business, a podcast coming soon.

We also discuss a Thanksgiving invitation that helped to make a new friend, a fire at a nightclub, and the end of Beavis & Butthead.

So it was looking like the wasn't going to happen today!  I almost broke my streak of over 100 days of the podcast, but I was lucky.  Our podcast host was down due to a third party issue.  The outage lasted nearly all day; however, I was able to quickly squeeze in a show at the last minute! 

We talk today about Thanksgiving, Cake Day, Howard Cossell, and more.

Today we celebrate Drinksgiving. We discuss JFK's burial on the podcast, some guy named O.J., and a 92-year old that beat up a burglar. 

It is Future Teachers of America Day. We talk with a Sacramento teacher about how 2020 is going, and of course, the call is over Zoom.  We learn the story behind the famous SNL bit.  We also talk about McDonald's, the end of the Cuban Missle Crisis, and find out where you can get a free newspaper.

Quitting smoking can be nearly impossible, so how do you do it?  You start a podcast.  At least, that is what Diogo did.  Today, for the great American Smokeout, I talk with the host of Diogo Quits Smoking, a podcast that details his journey to be smoke-free.  Also, we discuss the events of the day, including the Gettysburg address and the release of the Wii and Stadia.

It's Mickey Mouse Day today.  Yes, the head cheese at Disney was born on this day, and Chris Osborne from Play Comics Podcast joins us to discuss Mickey.  It is also Princess day, and we tell you some secrets about Disney princesses. We also learn about Jonestown and Susan B Anthony.

I am joined by author and filmmaker John Borowski. He joins me to discuss the story of America's first serial killer, H. H. Holmes. The fascinating story of America's first serial killer takes us to Chicago's Murder Castle. Also on the show, the mile-high city, the first congress, and the worst Star Wars special ever.

Happy Veterans Day, and thank you to all of those that served.  Today, we discuss Washington becoming a state, the Numbered Highway System, and the end of World War II.

International Accounting Day is finally here! We also celebrate National Pupusa Day, National Vanilla Cupcake Day, and the Marine Corps' birthday.  In addition, today saw the debut of Sesame Street, Windows 1.0, and the end of a war.

Today is Go to an Art Museum Day and National Fried Chicken Sandwich Day.  I must warn you that most museums don't allow food.  It is also the day of the Great Boston Fire, Jack The Ripper's last crime, and the start of presidential travel abroad.

It's National Cappuccino Day, and to celebrate, I have way too much caffeine.  It's also the day that Montana became a state, the premiere of Days of Lives, and the day we all found out what hanging chads are.

International Stout Day, so I plan on taking a break from IPA today or, better yet, I'll have both. It is also the oddly specific National Bittersweet Chocolate with Almonds Day.  On the podcast today, I talk about Nixon being annoyed with the press, Gone with the Wind, and Magic Johnson.

After months of waiting, National Nachos Day is finally here! Scott from What Should I do? Podcast joins us to discuss this cheesy treat.  We also discuss Lincoln's election, and the fires at Universal Studios.

We made through Election Day. Let's get our mind off politics and instead celebrate National Candy Day.  It's also the day Abraham Lincoln married Mary Todd. We learn some interesting facts about Mary on the podcast. 

It's Election Day 2020. Who knows if we will have a winner by the day, but I feel pretty confident that we will all feel some nerves today.  That is why I have made it drink a bunch of alcohol day, a new national holiday.  So grab a drink and listen to the podcast while we discuss the Wizard of Oz, Diff'rent Strokes, and Geraldo Rivera's nose. 

Day of the Dead (Día de Muertos) ends today, with many celebrations yesterday and today. It is Job Action Day, National Bison Day, and National Deviled Egg Day. Today we talk about the Spruce Goose, Charles Van Doren, and $1 drinks at Applebees.

Daylight Savings Time has ended. Time changes can make you feel tired, but listening to a podcast will make you feel better.  Today, I talk with you about an H bomb test, British taxes, and minimum wage.

The story from Halloween, and we take a listen to three "scary" stories.

Today we create a modern version of the Orson Welles radio play of H. G. Wells's The War of the Worlds.  We also celebrate, National Checklist Day, Breadstick Day and Candy Corn Day.

It's National Cat Day and National Internet Day, a perfect pairing, right?

It's National Chocolate Day.  We give you several reasons to eat chocolate.  Bill Gates is born, a lottery site is hacked, and the Statue of Liberty is dedicated.  Also, Michael Jackson's physician, Dr. Conrad Murray, is released from prison.  

Fifty years ago today, Garry Trudeau's comic strip Doonesbury appeared in newspapers for the first time. Dr. Suess meets the USA Patriot Act and Rudy Giuliani butt-dials, a reporter.

It's National Art Day and National Greasy Food Day, which is perfect because when I eat greasy food, my clothes end up looking like a Jackson Pollack painting. We also celebrate the John Carpenter classic Halloween and the Walkman.

Learn and laugh while we tell the story of each day.  You will learn which celebrations are happening, the history and the birthdays of each day.

The United Nations turns 75. For the first time, messages could be sent from California to New York by telegraph.  Jim Bakker is going to jail (again?), and LSD is illegal.

Today on the podcast: Houdini is punched in the stomach by a fan, leading to his death. Ronald Reagan was muted at a debate, and he didn't like it. Also, the tragic on-air death of WNBC reporter Jane Dornacker.

On this day, inventor Thomas Edison had a light bulb go on.  It is also International Day of the Nacho, so I will likely make a few cheesy jokes on the podcast. 

It National New Friends Day, so somehow while social distancing, make a friend.  On the show today, we play a little Brady Trivia, discuss the end of the American Revolutionary War and try to figure out what is on the Watergate Tapes.

It is National No Beard today. That is just wrong.  It's also the day the United States added two territories.  

In 1989, the San Francisco Bay Area was preparing for the World Series with both Bay Area teams competing.  It's also National Pasta Day, National Pay Back a Friend Day, National Clean Your Virtual Desktop Day, and Sweetest Day.

It's National Boss Day, World Food Day, National Liqueur Day, and National Mammography Day.   As if that is not enough to talk about, today is also Global Cat Day; you won't believe my special guest.  It's also the Day that Disney was founded. We will take a look at the company that Walt and Roy started.

The classic television show I Love Lucy premiered on this day in 1951. The show featured real-life married couple Desi Arnaz and Lucille Ball, who played Lucy and Ricky. It is also White Cane Safety Day, Grouch Day, and Global Handwashing Day.

It is National Pet Obesity Day, likely a day created by those fat cats in Washington. The world has never been as close to the brink of nuclear war as it was in October of 1962. The Cold War between the US and the Soviet Union was reaching a boiling point.  

It is Breast Cancer Awareness Day, get checked, and if you can, donate time or money to help those impacted by cancer. It is also National Fossil Day, National M&M Day, and National Transfer Money to Your Son Day.  We talk about a series of hauntings at the White House, the first World Series champs, and Pamela Anderson is rushed to the hospital.

It's Columbus Day, so I take an expedition to my smoker and celebrate the other national day, Pulled Pork Day.  Listen for my recipe, a spooky story about a Christopher Columbus, a punk rock death, and the White House gets its name.

Today we are joined by Regina from the Game on Girl Podcast.  We talk about National Coming Out Day, the wedding anniversary of Bill Clinton and Hillary Rodham Clinton, and more.

It is National Cake Decorating Day, so I will let you eat cake.  It is also National Hug a Drummer Day, which I am sure was started by a drummer.  Today we also honor those who work to help the elderly and those entering the final phase of life; it is World Hospice and Palliative Care Day.  Lastly, it is World Mental Health Day. Remember, it is always ok to ask and seek help.

Today we learn about the world's first nuclear accident and yet another wedding for Liz Taylor.

It's Leif Erikson Day today.  It's also World Post Day, a day to create awareness of the critical role the postal service plays in our lives. On this day in 1973, Elvis and Priscilla Presley divorced after six years of marriage.    We learn, from an actual spam caller, what information they are looking for and why. 

I am joined today by a fellow podcaster from Can't Win For Losing. We discuss Fluffernutters, last night's debate, the Great Chicago Fire, and the radio's first college football game.

It's National Frappe Day so get your mocha on. Today on the podcast, we talk about American Bandstand, Fox news, Adam Rich, and Eddie Van Halen.

National Coaches Day is today. It is also National Mad Hatter Day and National Noodle Day. On the podcast, we talk about the first talking movie, the time the president asked us to build bunkers and a wedding at Michael Jackson's house.

It’s Monday, October 5, 2020. We celebrate Get Funky Day today with one of its founders. We also talk about the start of baseball on the radio, vice-presidential debate drama, and the death of Steve Jobs.

It's the first day of the month, so we talk about all of the various National celebrations for the day.  We also talk about the debut of the Honeymooners, Disneyworld, Epcot, and Ross Perot.

It is #NationalLOVEPeopleDay, and we have one of the people who helped create the day on the show. Learn about the day FDR dedicated the Hoover Dam, the day James Dean died, and the day Flintstone's debuted.

You may see red today, many cities around the globe turn red for World Heart Day, a day to focus on heart health. It is also National Coffee Day, and since it is good for your heart, have an extra cup. Today in history, the Munich agreement was signed, Willie Mays made a fantastic catch, and Cheers made its debut. We also talk about Jerry Lee Lewis, a fifties rocker that shot his bandmate.

It's National Good Neighbor Day and National Drink Beer Day, and it's a beautiful day in the neighborhood, won't you drink a beer with me?  On today's podcast, we learn about Yom Kippur from Duncan, host of the Perfectly Average Guy podcast.  We also talk about the last battle of the American revolutionary war,  Bobby Brown, an aviation record, and SpaceX.

It's National Crush Day, no I am not talking about your celebrity crush, I am talking about can crushing and recycling.  Also, it's No Excuses Day and World Tourism Day.  On the podcast, we tell the story of the Tonight Show, celebrate with Google, and learn about the Model T.

On today's podcast, we finally solve 2020.  We also celebrate Better Breakfast Day,
Family Health & Fitness Day,
Johnny Appleseed Day
, and National Public Lands Day.  We also learn how the government stopped a big monopoly game and why hillbillies moved to California.

It's National Cooking day, National Lobster Day, and National Daughters Day.  It is also the day The United States Congress passed the Bill of Rights.  On the podcast, we talk about the Little Rock Nine, Sandra Day O'Connor, and a couple that got an interesting shipment in the mail.

It's National Dogs in Politics, but you don't need to put your dog on the ballot, although certain dogs may do a better job than certain politicians.  Anyway, it's not because we want dogs to run (get it), it is because we are celebrating the dogs of politicians.  We also talk about the Jetsons and Ferdinand Marcos. Lastly, we celebrate the birthday of Bruce Springsteen, Jason Alexander, and Skylar Astin.

On this day, we celebrate several "national" days; check out the podcast for a list of them, and some advice on celebrating.  Also, listen today to learn about the second attempt on President Gerald Ford's life.  Learn about how the man that saved Ford's life, Oliver Sipple, had his own life ruined by the media.  Also, we talk about the cable car, FarmAid, and National Geographic.  We also celebrate the birth of Tommy Lasorda, Joan Jet, and more.

It's Batman day today, so hang upside down in a cave and spend a bunch of money.  It's also International Day of Peace and National Day of Civic Hacking.  ON this day in history, the first female Supreme Court Justice is nominated, the dream team is announced, and Monday Night Football debuts.

Busy day today, it is National Pepperoni Pizza Day, National Punch Day,
National Queso Day
, Wife Appreciation Day, the start of
Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week
, and Deaf Dog Awareness Week!  Even after we talk about that, we still have time for a story about the late Ruth Bader Ginsburg, former president Chester Author, the raid of Area 51, and much more.

Time to talk like a pirate. Have you ever wondered why we think pirates talk that way? Listen to the podcast today to find out.

It is National First Love Day. It's also the day Tiffany & Co. opened. So pick up one of those iconic blue gift boxes and give it to your first love.

On this day in 1787, the constitution was signed, which makes today Constitution Day.  It is also the day that Harriet Tubman escaped from slavery, the day Frida Kahlo almost died in a horrible accident, and the day that the Space Shuttle Enterprise was unveiled.

It's Mexican Independence Day and NationalGuacamole Day, which means if you are not eating chips and guac, you are crazy.  It's also the day that the Mayflower set sail, GM was founded, and the day that Miami Vice premiered. 

It's Get Ready Day so get ready to learn what that means!  Also, learn about tanks, flags, getting lost in space, and a massive fail.

Grab your Crayola's and create something for National Coloring day.  While you are making your masterpiece, learn about how a poem became an anthem, how we skipped having a World Series champ, and who was at three presidential assassinations.

It's a day to appreciate grandma and grandpa, it is Grandparents Day today.  It is also a day to celebrate the peanut because it is National Peanut Day.  Today we learn about Nikita Khrushchev, the first viewer discretion warning and nuclear accident that you probably didn't know about.

It's National Chocolate Milkshake Day so, like every other day have a chocolate milkshake.  Remember a chocolate milkshake a day keeps the doctor away.  Also happening today, JFK married Jackie, we all got to know Tony Danza and Danny Devito, and a plane crashed at the White House.

It's Patriot Day.  Today, we talk about the 102 minutes that changed this country and the world forever.

It is World Suicide Prevention Day. Confidential help is available by calling the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255.

We talk about the invention that changed fashion, the Clarence Thomas hearings, Cats, the Hadron Collider, and an explosion in the San Franciso Bay Area.

It's National Wiener Schnitzel Day, no, not the fast food place; I am talking about pan-fried veal! Wow, I bet no other podcast can say that.  Also, it's International Sudoku Day, so be ready to be frustrated.  We also talk about how Washington DC got its name, a new star on the flag, and a computer bug that flys.

It's International Literacy Day, so by reading this, you are doing your part.  Today we talk about the time a president gave a pardon to a president, an awkward kiss, and the debut of a legendary sci-fi show

Happy Labor Day.  In today's podcast, we learn the origin of Labor Day and why it is different than every other holiday.  We also talk about the battle over the invention of TV, the debut of ESPN, and Tupac's death. 

It's National Read a Book Day, so do that. Today is also the day that grocery stores went self serve, the day that the Olympics saw terrorism, and the day 41,000 people were wrongfully accused of murder.

It's National Cheese Pizza Day so have a slice, it also International Day of Charity so give a slice.  The First Continental Congress met, Texas has a President, Disney trades a sportscaster for a cartoon, The MDA telethon, Ford assassination attempt, Larry King marries (again) and Apple patches a leak.

Happy College Colors Day,  National Lazy Mom’s Day, and National Wildlife Day.  A lot of things have happened on this day!  Today we talk about Kodak's patents, the first coast-to-coast live tv broadcast, a Yankees win streak, and the Price is Right.

It's National Skyscraper Day so go out side and look up.  Today we learn about, San Marino, the great fire of London, RFK stepping down, Daniel Ellsberg's doctor's office, Microsoft's mistake and North Korea's nuclear test.

If you like Pina Coladas, then you are going to love World Coconut Day.  It's also the day the US Treasury was founded, so it is a perfect day for a Hamilton sing-a-long.

It's the first day of September, and we are all still here; for 2020, that is a win. Today we talk about all of the various celebrations that occur this month. We also talk about the first subway, fish fights, and more. Take a listen and learn about today.

It is National Trail Mix Day, a day to honor this healthy snack. I will remind you, like I remind my kids, combining a pack of M&Ms and a pack of raisins does make trail mix. Try to keep it healthy and enjoy the day.

It's National Aviation Day, a day to celebrate all things aviation and National Potato Day a day to celebrate all things mashed, baked and turned into chips. Join the two with a potato cannon to shoot some spuds into the air.

It's National Couples Day and National Fajita Day. Also, since it Tuesday, it's Taco Tuesday. What makes a more perfect couple than fajitas and tacos!

Don't want a black cat crossing your path? When you think black cats, you think bad luck. There's a bunch of superstitions about black cats but let's forget about those today because it's National Black Cat Appreciation Day. So find yourself a black cat and give it a big hug, I am sure nothing will go wrong.

Ok, so Disneyland is still closed along with many other theme parks, but it is still National Roller Coaster Day. I suggest building a coaster in your backyard. It is also National Rum Day; I don't think that you should have the rum before you create the coaster, have that after. Lastly, it is National Tell A Joke Day, as a dad, I have plenty of them, especially after I drink rum.

Take a break today and relax, it's National Relaxation Day, a day meant to take time away from our fast-paced lifestyle. What better way to relax than playing with a pet, it's also International Homeless Animals’ Day. Pet overpopulation leads to animal homelessness. Adopt a pet from a shelter, and make sure to spay and neuter pets to help prevent overpopulation.