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May 22, 2024 SE02:EP105 In today's episode, we begin with the weather forecast for Boston, expecting a mostly sunny day with a high near 88 degrees and clear skies tonight. We also provide a look ahead at the rest of the week, including hot temperatures and a chance of showers and thunderstorms on Thursday, followed by mostly sunny and slightly cooler conditions over the weekend. For our beach runners, we share tide times for Wednesday. Next, we delve into local news, discussing the concerns raised by tax consulting firm "Ryan" about Mayor Michelle Wu’s Property-Tax Classification Proposal and the upcoming forum to address these issues. We also explore the world of sports, discussing former Florida quarterback Jaden Rashada's lawsuit against Gators coach Billy Napier, alleging false promises to induce him to sign. We recap last night's Red Sox and Celtics wins and preview tonight's Red Sox game. Shifting gears to top news, we revisit Laszlo Hanyecz's historic Bitcoin pizza purchase, celebrating Bitcoin Pizza Day. In business, we explore Amazon becoming the largest private EV charging operator in the US. We also provide cryptocurrency market updates. In science, we delve into research revealing that Greater Spotted Eagles have altered their migration routes to avoid the war in Ukraine. Finally, in entertainment news, we discuss "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga," a visually stunning prequel to "Mad Max: Fury Road," starring Anya Taylor-Joy. @sunnymorningspodcast
May 21, 2024 SE02:EP104 In today's episode, we begin with the weather forecast for Boston, with a partly cloudy morning and a high near 64 degrees. Warmer temperatures are on the way, with highs near 88 degrees on Wednesday and 87 degrees on Thursday. We also share tide times for Tuesday. In local news, we discuss President Joe Biden's visit to Boston, anticipating significant traffic impacts near Logan Airport, Back Bay, and the Seaport District. In sports, we recap Scottie Scheffler's postponed court date following his arrest before the PGA Championship. We also recap last night's Red Sox win over the Rays and preview tonight's matchups with the Red Sox and Celtics. A UK judge ruled that Craig Wright forged evidence in his campaign to prove he is Bitcoin's creator, Satoshi Nakamoto. Shares of Australia's Star Entertainment plunged 10% after Hard Rock International denied involvement in a proposed takeover. We also provide updates on the cryptocurrency market. In tech, Neuralink's first human brain-chip implant has experienced a 75% failure rate. Finally, in entertainment, Kevin Costner's Western epic, "Horizon: An American Saga", received a seven-minute standing ovation at Cannes. @sunnymorningspodcast
May 20, 2024 SE02:EP103 In today's episode, we start with the weather forecast for Boston, anticipating a mostly sunny day with a high near 64 degrees, followed by warmer temperatures, reaching 89 degrees on Wednesday. For our beach runners, we share tide times for Monday. In local news, we celebrate Rafael Devers tying a Red Sox record by homering in five consecutive games, putting him in reach of breaking the MLB record. In sports, NFL owners are considering rule changes to allow private equity firms and institutional investors to hold minority stakes in teams. We recap last night's Red Sox win over the Cardinals and preview tonight's Red Sox game. We also cover top news, including the health benefits of HIIT and strength training. This week in business, markets are closely watching Nvidia's earnings report. We also provide updates on the cryptocurrency market. In tech, Apple and OpenAI are reportedly preparing a significant announcement for Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), focusing on integrating advanced AI capabilities into Apple's ecosystem. Finally, in entertainment, Jimmy Kimmel will moderate a conversation with President Joe Biden and former President Barack Obama next month. @sunnymorningspodcast
May 17, 2024 SE02:EP102 In today's episode, we start with the weather in Boston, with a partly sunny day expected and a high near 66 degrees. This weekend will be partly sunny with a slight chance of showers on Saturday. Next, we highlight the first trailer release for "It Ends with Us," a Boston-set romantic drama starring Blake Lively, based on Colleen Hoover's best-selling novel. In sports, we recap Caitlin Clark's challenging home debut for the Indiana Fever, overshadowed by Breanna Stewart's MVP performance for the New York Liberty. We also recap last night's Red Sox loss to the Rays and preview tonight's matchups with the Red Sox and Bruins. In top news, we discuss the Justice Department's uncovering of a major identity theft scheme involving North Korean IT workers stealing American identities to secure remote tech jobs. Comcast launches a new streaming service bundle, Stream-Saver, to counter declining subscriber numbers. In tech, we delve into a deep-fake scam that cost British engineering giant Arup $25 million. Finally, in entertainment, Francis Ford Coppola’s "Megalopolis" premiered at the Cannes Film Festival. @sunnymorningspodcast
May 16, 2024 SE02:EP101 In today's episode, we begin with the weather forecast for Boston, with a chance of showers and mostly cloudy skies expected, with a high near 64 degrees. This weekend will be mostly cloudy with highs in the low 60s and a chance of showers on Sunday. In local news, we highlight the Boston Pops' celebration of the 50th Anniversary of its Fireworks Spectacular on July 4th, featuring Broadway star Kelli O'Hara. In sports, we discuss the University of Southern California's nearly $20 million spending on Lincoln Riley during his first season as head football coach. We recap last night's Red Sox loss to the Rays and the Celtics' win over the Cavaliers, and preview tonight's Red Sox game. We also cover top news, including Berkshire Hathaway's significant portfolio changes in the first quarter, such as exiting its position in HP and increasing its investment in Liberty SiriusXM. In business, Soros Fund Management sold its entire stake in New York Community Bank amid financial struggles. In science, we delve into the fascinating role of dopamine in driving us to undertake difficult tasks. Finally, in entertainment, we share details about Netflix's $150 million deal to air two exciting NFL games on Christmas Day.
May 15, 2024 SE02:EP100 In today's episode, we start with the weather forecast for Boston, predicting a mostly cloudy day with a high near 74 degrees and a slight chance of showers after 10 am. Showers are likely Tuesday night and continue through Friday, with cooler temperatures expected Thursday and Friday. For our beach runners, we share tide times for Wednesday. Next, we highlight local news, reminding Massachusetts residents that the deadline to claim unclaimed tax refunds from 2020 is approaching. In sports, we discuss the rising NFL quarterback market, with potential new contracts exceeding $50 million a year. We recap last night's Red Sox and Bruins wins and preview tonight's Red Sox and Celtics games. We also cover top news, including Fitch Ratings' report that homes in 90% of major U.S. metropolitan areas are currently overvalued. In business, we explore US digital bank Chime's new financial product, My-Pay, which allows customers early access to their wages. In tech, Google is set to enhance its Gemini 1.5 Pro AI model by doubling its context window to 2 million tokens, expanding its data processing capacity. Finally, in entertainment, "Only Murders in the Building" returns for its fourth season, taking the trio to Los Angeles and welcoming new cast members like Meryl Streep.
May 14, 2024 SE02:EP099 In today's episode, we begin with the weather forecast for Boston, anticipating a mostly sunny day with a high near 79 degrees and a slight chance of showers tonight. We also provide a look ahead at the rest of the week, including cloudy skies and a chance of showers from Wednesday through Saturday. For our beach runners, we share tide times for Tuesday. Next, we delve into local news, highlighting Governor Maura Healey and Boston Mayor Michelle Wu's upcoming trip to Italy and the Vatican City for a climate summit and business meetings. We also explore the world of sports, discussing Jared Goff's substantial contract extension with the Detroit Lions and the team's confidence in his leadership. We recap last night's Red Sox loss to the Rays and the Celtics' victory over the Cavaliers, and preview tonight's matchups featuring the Red Sox and Bruins. Shifting gears to top news, we discuss the massive liquidation of dozens of Red Lobster locations following abrupt closures and financial struggles. In the business world, we explore the recent surge in VinFast's stock price, marking its largest single-day gain since becoming a publicly traded company. We also provide updates on the cryptocurrency market. In the realm of tech, we delve into Tesla's controversial decisions, including laying off its supercharging team and reinstating white supremacist Nick Fuentes on Elon Musk's social media platform X. Finally, in entertainment news, we discuss Steve Carell's confirmation that he will not be returning as Michael Scott in the upcoming series set in "The Office" universe, despite his excitement for the new show.
May 13, 2024 SE02:EP097 In today's episode, we begin with the weather forecast for Boston, anticipating a mostly sunny day with a high near 67 degrees and a slight chance of showers tonight. We also provide a look ahead at the rest of the week, including partly sunny and warm conditions on Tuesday, followed by showers likely from Tuesday night through Friday. For our beach runners, we share tide times for Monday. Next, we delve into local news, sharing Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn's announcement that he will not be running for mayor in 2025, leaving the potential race open for current Mayor Michelle Wu to seek re-election. We also explore the world of sports, recapping the Atlanta Hawks' victory in the NBA Draft Lottery, securing the No. 1 pick and the opportunity to reshape their team. We recap last night's Red Sox win over the Nationals and the Bruins' loss to the Panthers, and preview tonight's matchups featuring the Red Sox and Celtics. Shifting gears to top news, we discuss how Amazon's Prime Day has evolved from a mere sales event to a significant cultural phenomenon, influencing both consumer behavior and the retail sector at large. In the business world, we explore the Biden administration's decision to drastically increase tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, aiming to protect American manufacturers of clean energy products. We also provide updates on the cryptocurrency market. In the realm of science, we delve into the serendipitous discovery of a 152-year-old shipwreck, the George L. Newman, with ties to the infamous Great Peshtigo Fire of 1871, made by a father-daughter duo while fishing in Wisconsin. Finally, in entertainment news, we discuss film critic Janet Maslin's reevaluation of director Ron Howard's expansive career, highlighting his evolved craft and notable achievements in filmmaking.
May 10, 2024 SE02:EP097 In today's episode, we begin with the weather forecast for Boston, anticipating a slight chance of showers with mostly cloudy skies and a high near 56 degrees. We also provide a look ahead at the weekend, with mostly cloudy skies and cool temperatures in the upper 50s, followed by warmer temperatures and a chance of showers on Monday. For our beach runners, we share tide times for Friday. Next, we delve into local news, highlighting the exciting events happening this weekend, including Somerville Porchfest, the Wachusett Dam opening for walks, and the Duckling Day Parade on Boston Common. We also explore the world of sports, covering the suspension of Milwaukee Bucks guard Patrick Beverley for the first four games of the upcoming NBA season. We recap last night's Celtics loss to the Cavs and preview tonight's matchups featuring the Red Sox and Bruins. Shifting gears to top news, we discuss research suggesting that famed composer Ludwig van Beethoven may have suffered from lead poisoning. In the business world, we explore WeWork's successful renegotiation of its leases in Atlanta as part of its bankruptcy proceedings. We also provide updates on the cryptocurrency market. In the realm of tech, we delve into OpenAI's upcoming announcement of its new AI-powered search product, directly challenging Google's dominance in the search engine market. Finally, in entertainment news, we discuss a recent court ruling regarding the use of a video clip in the "Tiger King" docuseries and its potential implications for fair use of copyrighted material in documentaries.
May 09, 2024 SE02:EP096 In today's episode, we begin with the weather forecast for Boston, anticipating a slight chance of showers after 3pm, with a mostly cloudy day and a high near 59 degrees. We also provide a look ahead at the weekend, with mostly cloudy skies and a chance of showers each day, followed by warmer temperatures and partly sunny skies on Monday. For our beach runners, we share tide times for Thursday. Next, we delve into local news, celebrating the Boston-based band Divine Sweater's upcoming performance at Boston Calling, marking their debut at the festival. We also explore the world of sports, celebrating Nikola Jokić of the Denver Nuggets securing his third NBA MVP title in four years. We recap last night's Red Sox and Bruins losses and preview tonight's Celtics game against the Cavaliers. Shifting gears to top news, we discuss NASA's development of a new propulsion system that could significantly reduce travel time to Mars, cutting the journey from nine months to just two. In the business world, we explore the new Matter 1.3 specification enhancing smart home technology, despite challenges in adoption due to major platforms not yet supporting the previous version. We also provide updates on the cryptocurrency market. In the realm of science, we delve into the development of an innovative material that could significantly reduce humanity's carbon footprint by capturing carbon dioxide and sulfur hexafluoride more efficiently than natural processes. Finally, in entertainment news, we discuss Sydney Sweeney's upcoming role as Christy Martin, a notable 1990s prizefighter known as the "Female Rocky," and her dedication to physical and dramatic transformation for the portrayal.