April 2011

4/29/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

• I don't ask you for much, but I am going to ask you for something. If there is any way you can find it in your heart or in your budget to donate a couple of bucks to help the victims of the devastating tornadoes in Mississippi, Alabama and Georgia, please contact the local Red Cross. As many of you know, my wife, Princess is from Alabama. She's from Hueytown which is about halfway between Tuscaloosa and Birmingham. While Hueytown was spared major damage, Pleasant Grove, slightly northwest of it wasn't. Please, do what you can. Princess says thanks.
• Last nig, ht on American Idol, Casey was kicked to the curb. Also,it was Michael Scott's last day at "The Office."
• "Twilight Saga" and "Nurse Jackie" star Peter Facinelli will be at Memorial Mall tomorrow at noon to sign autographs, take pictures and raise money for "Alex's Lemonade Stand" Foundation. I had a chance to talk to Peter about it. We'll post the interview sometime over the weekend.

4/28/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

• I love Facebook. Seriously. I've been able to re-connect with several old friends, some of which I haven't heard from in many years. But I have one rule: If you want to be my friend, I'd better know who you are. If not, sorry. There are some that find me paranoid. In the words of the profit Al Borland "I don't think so, Tim."
• Here's a tongue and cheek look at the Royal Pre-Nup .
• Brett from Menard's told us of some of the great savings they have over there on outdoor supplies. You can see some of them here.

4/27/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

• The last typewriter factory in the world has shut its' doors. Honestly, I haven't missed typewriters since I learned to use a PC in 1988.
• Tuesday night is becoming the most competitive and perhaps exciting night on TV. While the CBS shows (NCIS, NCIS-LA and The Good Wife) all took the night off, ABC had "Dancing with the Stars" (which said goodbye to wrestler Chris Jericho) Fox had Glee (with a powerful Lady Gaga episode) and NBC debuted their new talent competition "The Voice"
• Mary from St. Nicholas Hospital joined us to talk about National Stroke Awareness Month which is in May. For more on the support groups for stroke survivors and their families at St Nicholas Hospital, click here.
• Web Only Content: Your morning Chuck. Who says Charlie isn't capable of a random act of kindness. The other day, he paid the bail for former baseball great Lenny Dykstra.
• Web Only Content: Here are some pictures of Michael Buble's honeymoon in Italy. It's okay, they are way SFW.

4/26/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

• Panda Express, the chain you see in mall food courts, is considering introducing Chinese food to China. That's because what we consider Chinese food isn't what the Chinese eat.
• A crook decided to rob a store. His weapon of choice? A Ps3 remote. Must have been playing "Grand Theft Convenience Store."
• Greg Anderson joined us this morning with "Money Talks Tips and Traps." Today, Greg talked about energy tax credits. Hear any of Greg's shows here.

4/25/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

• Web Only Content: It's your morning Chuck. Charlie is down , one goddess and this time, she's serio, us.
• If you are attending the royal wedding and plan on drinking the beer, be careful what you drink because it may bite you later.
• Who is coming to the royal wedding. These people.
• Here are the details on the official royal wedding cake. Our wedding was so small, we had Zingers.

4/22/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

• What does a 50 course meal look like? Like this.
• Last night, Stefano Langone was sent home on "American Idol."
• "The Food Network" and it's sister "The Cooking Channel" have announced a slew of , new and returning programs for next year. Here is the complete list.
• On a personal note, I want to wish my wife Princess a happy XX birthday. I'd tell you, but then she'd have to kill me.

4/21/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

• WEB ONLY CONTENT: Back by popular demand, here's your morning Chuck: While Warner Brothers, the studio that produces "Two and ½ Men" says ****** ****** is done, Charlie's lawyers think otherwise. They are seeking a public trial into Charlie's dismissal. That's not Charlie's only legal problem. He's still trying to get custody of his twins from ex-wife Brooke Mueller, who is currently in rehab. Ex-wife Denise Richards is willing to lend a hand. Finally, Charlie was in Washington DC recently and took a few subtle verbal shots at the President and perhaps hinted at a run of his own.
• In honor of the upcoming Royal Wedding, Papa John's has commissioned "the Royal Wedding Pizza." It's a pizza with a portrait of William and Kate i, n, pizza ingredients. You'll just have to look at the picture. This was a one shot work of art and is not something you can order.
• Kohler has a luxury toilet that costs almost $6,400. Among the features, it automatically closes and raises the adjustable-height toilet cover when it senses your presence, greets you with the sound of rushing water and soothing piano music, has a night light that guides you to the heated seat and has a floor-level vent which acts as a foot warmer. Honestly, if I could afford something like this, I'd probably keep it in a glass case in the living room.
• Continuing her rags to riches story, singer Susan Boyle has been immortalized in wax at Madame Tussauds wax museum in London.

4/20/11-Here's what w, e talked about the morning:

• Okay, Mother Nature, we get it. Now knock it off.
• How much would you pay to have dinner with the President? In the case of a bunch of mucky mucks in California, try $35,800. That gets you dinner and a brief conversation with the big man himself.
• Last night on "Dancing With The Stars", Petra Nimcova was kicked to the curb. That leaves us with seven dancers halfway through the competition.
• Eventually, the weather will warm up and when it does, you and your family may take to bicycles. If you do, you should wear proper head protection. Susie from St. Nicholas Hospital joined us to tell us about a big event Saturday where you can get a bike helmet.

4/19/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

• Hoover has canceled a, ll of their advertisi, ng on ABC in protest of the decision to shut down "All My Children" and "One Life To Live." Said a Hoover spokesperson, "We think , it sucks."
• A Sheboygan man was about to get booted from a local hotel in which he was living. Having no where else to go, he asked police to take him to jail. They said no. The man confessed to a crime. The police said no. He slugged a cop. Now, he's in jail.
• It's the day after tax day, and Greg Anderson stopped by with "Money Talks Tips and Traps." Today, Greg talked about better tax planning. You can hear it and all of the other shows in the series here.
• Web Only Content: We have so many ****** ****** stories right now, it's crazy. So, back for at least one day only, it's your "Morning Chuck." Although Charlie claims it might happen, Warner Brothers says Charlie is done on 2½ Men. You can see Charlie on TV as the TV Guide Channel will be airing his "Spin City" episodes. Meanwhile, Charlie's live show is ge, tting mediocre reviews. Charlie even gave a heckler a refund. Charlie's ex, Brooke Mueller has checked back into rehab which has Charlie looking for a way to get custody of his kids. Finally, here is the next best thing to having Charlie come over to your house.

4/18/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

• If you like watching classic crime dramas on "Sleuth" be advised the name of that network will be changingHere's what we talked about this morning:

  • If you've ever been around one of those people having a loud, public cell phone conversation, this might make you smile. A woman was kicked off an Amtrack train and arrested for disorderly conduct after she refused to end a loud cell phone conversation even after being asked by train staff not to use her cell phone. Call it a victory for all of us who get annoyed by people who willfully disregard the rights of others.
  • Last night on "Dancing With the Stars", the Karate Kid got waxed off.
  • Ryan fro, m the marketing department at St. Nicholas Hospital joined us this morning to remind you that it's a pretty good bet that your insurance allows you treatment at St. Nicholas Hospital. To make sure, please follow this link.

  5/17/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

  • WEB ONLY CONTENT: It's your morning Chuck. Apparently, Charlie is not taking the news that he has been replaced well.
  • Can't afford a trip to Vegas? According to a mother in San Diego, Chuck E. Cheese will do just fine.
  • Lots of Hollywood news this morning. Mary Hart is working her last week on ET. She's leaving after 29 years. After 45 years, Jerry Lewis is retiring from the MDA telethon. And Seth MacFarlane, the br, ains behind "Family Guy", "American Dad" and "The Cleveland Show" has finally purchased the rights to "The Flintstones" and plans a reboot. In this version, Fred and Wilma live next door to Lois and Peter, Stewie has the hots for Pebbles and Brian plots to kill Dino.

  5/16/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

  • A woman from Pennsylvania has settled a lawsuit with Disney which claimed that Donald Duck groped her while she was visiting Epcot Center. She also alleged the same about Goofy, but he got off due to diminished capacity.
  • Random Lake's Andrea Boehlke was eliminated on the final episod, e of "Survivor" last night. Boston Rob, who had been 0-5 on reality shows, finally pulled off a victory.
  • Ho, w often do you break the law? Before you say "never!", read this.

  5/14/11-WEB ONLY CONTENT. It's your morning Chuck!

  • Bye bye, ****** ****** and hello Ashton Kutcher on 2½ Men.
  • While Jon Cryer may be pleased, ****** ****** is not.

  5/13/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

  • Happy Friday the 13th!
  • In Anderson, IN Police arrested two men and a juvenile after they reportedly stole three boxes of bacon from a store’s freezer. The men are in jail, charged with takin' bacon.
  • Last night on American Idol, it was so long to metal rocker James Durbin.
  • Want to lose weight? Consumer Reports says your best bet is Jenny Craig.

  5/12/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

  • So, you wore a ridiculous hat to the royal wedding. Do you a) put it in a closet b) donate it to Goodwill or c) auction it off on eBay.&nbs, p; If you said C, you win.
  • Here are 25 manners your child should know by age nine. Most likely they will forget them by the time they enter college.
  • A dog figured out a way to escape a vet's office. It's a pretty cool story. Make sure your dog doesn't read it.

  5/11/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

  • Ramie Marston is an identity thief and is apparently very, good at what she does. While under house arrest, she seduced her roommate's friend, forged his signature on divorce papers and charged a diamond ring to his estranged wife. She also stole credit cards information and spent money on items like home goods, pizza, gas, drug store items and to pay a $9,693 debt. She's back in jail where a judge has ordered that she get nowhere near a computer. Sounds like she needs to join the team on "Leverage."
  • Romeo, Romeo, where fore art thou, Romeo? Kicked to the curb on "Dancing with the Stars."
  • Patti from St. Nicholas Hospital joined us to talk about a big event they are having on May 21st. You can turn your used medical equipment (crutches, collars, walkers, commodes, etc) to help people around the world.

  5/10/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

  • One of Hollywood's most celebrated and longest lasting marriages has hit the rocks. Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver have announced their separation shortly after their 25th wedding anniversary.
  • Donna Douglas, who played Elly May, Clampett on the "Beverly Hillbillies" is suing toy maker Mattel over a Barbie doll she says looks like her. Okay, her 45 years ago.
  • On this morning's "Money Talks Tips and, Traps" Greg Anderson talked about how to manage your Roth IRAs. Listen to it or any of Greg's previous sage advice here.

  5/9/11-Here's what we talked about , this morning:

  • Finally, gas prices are coming down.
  • Your first name could be an indication of your age.
  • What were some of Osama Bin Laden's favorite things? Here's a list.

  5/8/11-Happy Mother's Day. I made Princess a beef tenderloin tonight to celebrate!

  5/6/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

  • Beware of any e-mails or Facebook solicitations you get that want to show you death pictures of Osama Bin Laden. It's probably spam and probably from someone who wants your personal information. My wife, Princess, got one the other day and it got posted all over her friends Facebook pages (including mine!) On Facebook, never share your information and your friends information with anyone wanting permission to access it. Chances are, they are trolling info.
  • Last night on American Idol, Jacob was sent home.
  • What's America's favorite TV show? According to a recent Harris poll, NCIS. That's followed by CSI, M*A*S*H, Two and ½ Men and Seinfeld.

  5/5/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

  • WEB ONLY CONTENT: It's your morning Chuck. Charlie says he'll be back with a new show if he's not allowed to return to 2½ Men. Let's hope it's better than his "Torpedo, of Truth" tour.
  • Very soon, the state of Wisconsin may have an official dessert. Of course it's the cream puff!
  • A former New York police officer is changing his vanity plates to reflect Osama Bin Laden's updated status (that would be dead.)
  • Singer Keith Urban is helping a Wisconsin shop owner get back what is rightfully hers.

  5/4/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

  • A Pizza delivery guy in Brooklyn doesn't get made at people who are low tippers, he gets even with them. He's calling out lousy tippers on his blog.
  • Last night, on "Dancing With The Stars", former Playboy Bunny Kendra Wilkinson w, as sent packing. Also, the cast of Glee paid tribute to Fleetwood Mac by singing songs from Mac's mega hit album "Rumors."
  • Susie from St. Nicholas Hospital told us about some programs St. Nick's is hosting for "National Women's Health Week," which is celebrated next week. Monday night's program is about hearth health. Tuesday's program is a program for mothers and daughters that deals with changes during puberty.

  5/3/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

  • WEB ONLY CONTENT: It's back, because we have news. If's your morning Chuck! Charlie is now a free man as his divorce to Brooke Mueller is now final. That isn't preventing Charlie from being charitable. He's raised $20,000 to help a Giants fan severely beaten at Dodger Stadium and he is doing his part to help tornado ravaged Alabama.
  • A township in New Jersey has passed some pretty specific rooster mating laws. I didn't even realize there were roosters in New Jersey. Except the "Situation."
  • If you are in the process of a divorce, be careful what you put on your Facebook page. Divorce attorneys are using them against people in court.
  • Greg Anderson joined us for "Money Talks Tips and Traps" and discussed how to report your casino winnings to the IRS. Listen to it or any of Greg's other segments here.

  5/1/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

  • The 10 year manhunt for Osama Bin Laden has ended with Bin Laden getting what he deserved...a bullet in the head. Sorry, don't expect me to feel bad. Hats off to the Seals who pulled this off.
  • If you steal someone's credit cards, it might be a good idea not to check with the credit card company to make sure they still work.
  • Plans to rename a Green Bay Street after Packer's coach Mike McCarthy have hit a snag in a city council committee. It seems that they can't agree on which street they want to rename. If it up to me, I'd rename Brett Favre Pass.

  4/29/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

  • I don't ask you for much, but I am going to ask you for something. If there is any way you can find it in your heart or in your budget to donate a couple of bucks to help the victims of the devastating tornadoes in Mississippi, Alabama and Georgia, please contact the local Red Cross. As many of you know, my wife, Princess is from Alabama. She's from Hueytown which is about halfway between Tuscaloosa and Birmingham. While Hueytown was spared major damage, Pleasant Grove, slightly northwest of it wasn't. Please, do what you can. Princess says thanks.
  • Last nig, ht on American Idol, Casey was kicked to the curb. Also,it was Michael Scott's last day at "The Office."
  • "Twilight Saga" and "Nurse Jackie" star Peter Facinelli will be at Memorial Mall tomorrow at noon to sign autographs, take pictures and raise money for "Alex's Lemonade Stand" Foundation. I had a chance to talk to Peter about it. We'll post the interview sometime over the weekend.

  4/28/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

  • I love Facebook. Seriously. I've been able to re-connect with several old friends, some of which I haven't heard from in many years. But I have one rule: If you want to be my friend, I'd better know who you are. If not, sorry. There are some that find me paranoid. In the words of the profit Al Borland "I don't think so, Tim."
  • Here's a tongue and cheek look at the Royal Pre-Nup .
  • Brett from Menard's told us of some of the great savings they have over there on outdoor supplies. You can see some of them here.

  4/27/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

  • The last typewriter factory in the world has shut its' doors. Honestly, I haven't missed typewriters since I learned to use a PC in 1988.
  • Tuesday night is becoming the most competitive and perhaps exciting night on TV. While the CBS shows (NCIS, NCIS-LA and The Good Wife) all took the night off, ABC had "Dancing with the Stars" (which said goodbye to wrestler Chris Jericho) Fox had Glee (with a powerful Lady Gaga episode) and NBC debuted their new talent competition "The Voice"
  • Mary from St. Nicholas Hospital joined us to talk about National Stroke Awareness Month which is in May. For more on the support groups for stroke survivors and their families at St Nicholas Hospital, click here.
  • Web Only Content: Your morning Chuck. Who says Charlie isn't capable of a random act of kindness. The other day, he paid the bail for former baseball great Lenny Dykstra.
  • Web Only Content: Here are some pictures of Michael Buble's honeymoon in Italy. It's okay, they are way SFW.

  4/26/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

  • Panda Express, the chain you see in mall food courts, is considering introducing Chinese food to China. That's because what we consider Chinese food isn't what the Chinese eat.
  • A crook decided to rob a store. His weapon of choice? A Ps3 remote. Must have been playing "Grand Theft Convenience Store."
  • Greg Anderson joined us this morning with "Money Talks Tips and Traps." Today, Greg talked about energy tax credits. Hear any of Greg's shows here.

  4/25/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

  • Web Only Content: It's your morning Chuck. Charlie is down , one goddess and this time, she's serio, us.
  • If you are attending the royal wedding and plan on drinking the beer, be careful what you drink because it may bite you later.
  • Who is coming to the royal wedding. These people.
  • Here are the details on the official royal wedding cake. Our wedding was so small, we had Zingers.

  4/22/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

  • What does a 50 course meal look like? Like this.
  • Last night, Stefano Langone was sent home on "American Idol."
  • "The Food Network" and it's sister "The Cooking Channel" have announced a slew of , new and returning programs for next year. Here is the complete list.
  • On a personal note, I want to wish my wife Princess a happy XX birthday. I'd tell you, but then she'd have to kill me.

  4/21/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

  • WEB ONLY CONTENT: Back by popular demand, here's your morning Chuck: While Warner Brothers, the studio that produces "Two and ½ Men" says ****** ****** is done, Charlie's lawyers think otherwise. They are seeking a public trial into Charlie's dismissal. That's not Charlie's only legal problem. He's still trying to get custody of his twins from ex-wife Brooke Mueller, who is currently in rehab. Ex-wife Denise Richards is willing to lend a hand. Finally, Charlie was in Washington DC recently and took a few subtle verbal shots at the President and perhaps hinted at a run of his own.
  • In honor of the upcoming Royal Wedding, Papa John's has commissioned "the Royal Wedding Pizza." It's a pizza with a portrait of William and Kate i, n, pizza ingredients. You'll just have to look at the picture. This was a one shot work of art and is not something you can order.
  • Kohler has a luxury toilet that costs almost $6,400. Among the features, it automatically closes and raises the adjustable-height toilet cover when it senses your presence, greets you with the sound of rushing water and soothing piano music, has a night light that guides you to the heated seat and has a floor-level vent which acts as a foot warmer. Honestly, if I could afford something like this, I'd probably keep it in a glass case in the living room.
  • Continuing her rags to riches story, singer Susan Boyle has been immortalized in wax at Madame Tussauds wax museum in London.

  4/20/11-Here's what w, e talked about the morning:

  • Okay, Mother Nature, we get it. Now knock it off.
  • How much would you pay to have dinner with the President? In the case of a bunch of mucky mucks in California, try $35,800. That gets you dinner and a brief conversation with the big man himself.
  • Last night on "Dancing With The Stars", Petra Nimcova was kicked to the curb. That leaves us with seven dancers halfway through the competition.
  • Eventually, the weather will warm up and when it does, you and your family may take to bicycles. If you do, you should wear proper head protection. Susie from St. Nicholas Hospital joined us to tell us about a big event Saturday where you can get a bike helmet.

  4/19/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

  • Hoover has canceled a, ll of their advertisi, ng on ABC in protest of the decision to shut down "All My Children" and "One Life To Live." Said a Hoover spokesperson, "We think , it sucks."
  • A Sheboygan man was about to get booted from a local hotel in which he was living. Having no where else to go, he asked police to take him to jail. They said no. The man confessed to a crime. The police said no. He slugged a cop. Now, he's in jail.
  • It's the day after tax day, and Greg Anderson stopped by with "Money Talks Tips and Traps." Today, Greg talked about better tax planning. You can hear it and all of the other shows in the series here.
  • Web Only Content: We have so many ****** ****** stories right now, it's crazy. So, back for at least one day only, it's your "Morning Chuck." Although Charlie claims it might happen, Warner Brothers says Charlie is done on 2½ Men. You can see Charlie on TV as the TV Guide Channel will be airing his "Spin City" episodes. Meanwhile, Charlie's live show is ge, tting mediocre reviews. Charlie even gave a heckler a refund. Charlie's ex, Brooke Mueller has checked back into rehab which has Charlie looking for a way to get custody of his kids. Finally, here is the next best thing to having Charlie come over to your house.

  4/18/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

  • If you like watching classic crime dramas on "Sleuth" be advised the name of that network will be changing. The new name will be "Cloo." Yes, I spelled it right.
  • A woman in Florida became upset with her husband and threw a TV remote at him. She was charged with assault , with a deadly weapon with Dr. Phil viewing enhancer.
  • Topping the last of this year's People's most beautiful people,is "American Idol" judge Jennifer Lopez.

  4, /17/11-We had a fun today. We went to Illinois to visit my parents and to celebrate my mom and my wife Princess' birthdays. Instead of going out to eat, we stayed in and I was tasked with preparing dinner. Thanks to America's Test Kitchen, I made one of the best beef tenderloins I have ever had (no brag, my dad actually had seconds and he NEVER does that.) We also stopped by the new Marrs Cheese Castle in Kenosha. Honestly, I like the old store better.

  4/15/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

  • Winning a Super Bowl makes you popular. The Packers Aaron Rodgers #12 jersey has skyrocketed to number two in overall jersey sales.
  • Last night on "American Idol". Paul became the first male sent h, ome.
  • ABC has canceled two long time daytime dramas: "All My Children" and "One Life To Live". Both had run over 40 years. My wife Princess is a big fan of OLTL an, d was very angered it was being canceled. I think the only reason they didn't cancel "General Hospital" is that they are afraid of Sonny. And possibly Luke.

  4/14/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

  • The President will be holding a fund raiser in Chicago and he'll be eating Perch raised in Milwaukee. I wonder how much it costs to get into a Presidential fish fry.
  • Losing weight not only makes you look better, it apparently makes you smarter.
  • In what could be one of the silliest political c, orrectness moments of all time, a school system in Seattle has re-dubbed Easter Eggs as "spring spheres." Mommy, make it stop.

  4/13/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

  • A father, tired of telling his son to turn his music down, got out his shotgun and took out his son's speakers. That'll learn 'em.
  • Last night on "Dancing With the Stars", boxing great Sugar Ray Leonard got knocked out. Yet, somehow, Kirstie Alley remains.
  • Sara from St. Nicholas Hospital joined us to talk about National Hospice Volunteer week and how you can get involved in Hospice. Find out more here.

  4/12/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

  • , A bar in Maryland hosted a grilled cheese cookoff to benefit a local charity. A professio, nal chef using Gouda, Jarlsberg che, ese, an herbed goat cheese won in the professi, onal category. There was also a prize awarded to a home cook.
  • A woman in Georgia was cleaning out her purse when she discovered a lottery ticket. She looked up the numbers to discover she had won over $100,000.
  • Greg Anderson dropped by for "Money Talks Tips and Traps." Today, Greg talked about what to do if you need an extension. Listen to the pod cast here.

  4/11/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

  • Lots of storms last night. Manitowoc had a tornado warning and Sheboygan had a severe thunderstorm warning. Fortunately, everyone escaped unharmed and their was no damage or injuries.
  • A suspect in Texas was belted and handcuffed in the back seat of squad car. That didn't prevent him from channeling his inner Houdini and trying to drive off with the squad. He didn't get too far.
  • What are the popular trends in restaurant break, fasts? If you a a skillet lover like me, we've got some bad news, .

  4/9/11-Thanks to all the folks who came out to Memorial Mall this morning to greet the Easter Bunny. We had a great time meeting you.

  4/8/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

  • Want to impress your friends? Then you'll want to use these official products of the Queen of England.
  • Last night on American Idol, it was so long to Pia.
  • The latest rage among car thieves? An assault on your battery.

  4/7/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

  • If you own a fancy TV or a really nice computer monitor, don't grab the Windex to clean it.
  • AMC Theaters is trying to get thei, r patrons to eat healthier. So, in , addition to the traditional popcorn, which they have priced so high people aren't buying it anymore, they are also featuring healthier snacks like fruit. Because nothing enhances your movie experience like an apple.
  • The Presidential race for 2012 is soon to get underway. In a straw poll among republican voters, Mitt Romney is your leader in the clubhouse followed by Donald Trump. Yes, I said Donald Trump.
  • The "reboot" of the movie "Arthur" launches tomorrow. Honestly, this is one movie that needs no reboot. The original was perfect. I mean, wasn't "Arthur II" painful enough?

  4/6/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

  • Web Only Material: Just when you thought it was safe to poke your head out of the hole, there's even more Daily Chuck: ****** ****** wants to trademark his catch phrases like "Duh, Winning" and "Tiger Blood." That way, he makes money every time somebody puts it on a t-shirt. While you may scoff at Charlie and his wacky antics, he certainly has an fan in Miley Cirus.
  • In Australia, a judge lowered a woman's support payments after it was learned she was spending $150 a week on Jeans for her daughter and $60 a week at McDonald's for her son. I wonder how many Big Macs you have to eat in a week to get to the $60 mark?
  • Last night on "Dancing With the Stars", it was so long Wendy Williams.
  • It's National Occupational Therapist Week. Coryn from St. Nicholas Hospital joined us to talk about all of the great things that she and the staff are doing.

  4/5/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

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• You'll be happy to know that the population of Lost Springs, Wyoming is now four.
• I have a pretty fair amount of cookbooks. Apparently, I'm living in the past.
• Greg Anderson join, ed us with "Money Talks Tips and Traps." Today, Greg talked about what happens when you have to amend your tax forms. Listen to the podcast here.

4/4/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

• Web Only Content: Back for one day only, your morning Chuck: ****** ****** laid a dodo sized egg in Detroit the other night, so he's on to Chicago. How much did fans dislike his show. Here's a sample of the reaction. Meanwhile, "2½ Men" creator Chuck Lorrie is back writing those vanity cards.
• A teenager in Bloomington Illinois is in hot water after she crossed the line for an April Fools joke. The girl texted friends she had been robbed and shot. But when police found her, they found she had ben neither and issued her a citation for $100 for disturbing the p, eace and a $50 ticket for playing hooky.
• It's Saturday Night Live with guest host Elton John. Elton did okay, but he's much better pounding the keyboards Leon Russell then he is doing a monologue. Tom Hanks, Jake Gyllenhaal and the Knicks Carmelo Anthony made cameos. Overall, it was just okay.

4/2/11-Thanks to all of the people who came out and saw us at Menard's in Manitowoc. Boy, that is one good looking store. Special thanks to Jason and his staff for all the help.

4/1/11-Here's what we talked about this morning:

• A group of seven co-workers in upstate New York had a weekly lottery pool. It paid off a, s they were introduced as winners of a $327 million lottery pot. They'll each get $19 million after taxes.
• On "American Idol last night, it was the end of the road for Milwaukee's Naima Adedapo.
• A friendly reminder that Lake 98.1 will be at Menards in Manitowoc tomorrow from 11-1 come rain, shine, snow, sleet or hail. They will have some officia, l NASCAR race cars to look at and I'll have plenty of spectacular prizes. Come on out and say hello and save big money at Menards.