Important Blood Tests & The Ultimate Game-Day Food—Buffalo Wings

On today’s show: Dr. Jeff Barke shares the blood tests that detect health problems before disease starts, and Drew Cerza serves up tips for the ultimate game-day wings. We cover McDonald’s Valentine’s Day “McCaviar” kits, Punxsutawney Phil’s 2026 Groundhog Day prediction, new SNAP work and purchase restrictions affecting millions, a Brisbane woman’s close encounter with an 8-foot carpet python, and how researchers are turning discarded cigarette butts into high-tech materials for clean-energy storage.

New CPR Guidelines & Self-Care Staples For Valentine’s Day

On Today’s Show: We’ll get life-saving insights from Dr. Ashish Panchal on CPR myths, updated guidelines, and how anyone can respond in an emergency. Then dermatologist Dr. Joyce Park share’s tips for Valentine’s Day self-care and skincare. Plus, we break down the most popular Super Bowl party foods, share expert advice on rescuing bland chicken, clarify restaurant tipping etiquette, examine why new cars are becoming luxury items, and highlight urgent safety warnings about indoor generator use during severe winter storms.

Early Oral Health Habits & Big Game Essentials from Melissa’s Produce

On Today’s Show: Dr. Thomas Ison explains why early oral health habits matter and how simple routines in childhood can set the foundation for a lifetime of healthy smiles. Then Robert Schueller shares Big Game Essentials from Melissa’s Produce. Plus, we break down the news of the day—from whether you should worry about wax on apples, to America’s most traffic-clogged cities, Southwest’s new plus-size seating policy, a lunch thief exposed by extra-spicy leftovers, and a lottery win that turned a family tradition into a full-blown feud.

Game Day Grilling & Baltaire Restaurant in Los Angeles

This episode serves up expert game day grilling tips with BBQ Hall of Famer Meathead, author of The Science of Great Barbecue and Grilling and The Meathead Method. He shares his best techniques, busts common myths, and offers recipes to make your Super Bowl spread a touchdown. Then Patrick Hickey from Baltaire Restaurant joins the conversation. Plus, we explore fascinating facts about American barbecue, the rising cost of hosting a Super Bowl party, Maui’s ongoing recovery and responsible travel tips, the U.S. cities with the worst traffic congestion, and a bold luxury car theft scheme uncovered across three states.

Wines Under $20 & Maximizing Your Tax Refund

On Today’s Show:  Larry Lipson brings us The Affordable Wine Report and shares standout wines under $20 that deliver quality without breaking the bank. Then tax expert Lisa Greene-Lewis explains how Americans can maximize their refunds this filing season, with many households seeing up to a $1,000 boost thanks to new tax relief. In today’s news, we look at the true cost of attending Super Bowl 60, the health concerns behind Coca-Cola’s protein- and fiber-enhanced sodas, and Volkswagen’s recall of more than 44,000 electric SUVs over fire risks. Plus, a heartwarming hero story as a snow plow driver saves a family and their pets from a house fire.

Raw Vs. Processed Dairy & Puerto Rican Game Day Recipes

On Today’s Show:  Dr. Jeff Barke shares the health impacts of raw versus processed dairy, breaking down what’s best for your body. Then Chef Fernando Desa shares Puerto Rican-inspired recipes perfect for Super Bowl entertaining. Plus, we cover trending stories including make-ahead salad tips, the fascinating history of bread bowls, Chicago losing its "Windy City" title, and a Florida man facing jail over a ketchup packet incident.

2026 Food Trends, How AI Is Helping Small Businesses

On today’s show, chef, author, and educator Sally James breaks down the biggest food trends shaping 2026. Then Andrew Chimka explains how AI is helping small businesses work smarter and stay competitive. Plus, we dive into the viral and bizarre headlines everyone’s talking about—from workplace “penny tests” and robot wolves in Japan to the safest airline of 2026, house “burping,” and trees exploding in extreme cold.

England’s Emerging Wine Scene & Food that can hurt gut health

On Today’s Show: Dan Barwick, California winemaker turned UK wine expert, exploring England’s burgeoning vineyards and cool-climate wines. Health educator Dr. Julie Gatza breaks down how “healthy” frozen foods can sabotage weight loss and gut health. Plus, fun pie facts, a viral mom giving her baby a boiled steak teether, a major U.S. winter storm with cold weather safety tips, and Duke University’s unprecedented lawsuit against its star quarterback. 

America’s 2026 Money Reset, Puzzle-A-Day Challenge

On today’s show: Intuit’s Gigi Gonzalez shares why Americans are hitting the financial reset button in 2026 and offers tips for smarter money habits. Highlights’ Allison Kane discusses the Puzzle-A-Day Challenge and how families can celebrate National Puzzle Day. Plus, we cover major news stories: a 14,000-pound grilled chicken recall over Listeria, California’s new folic acid tortilla law, Los Angeles named the most mosquito-infested city in the U.S., the true cost of office lunches, and a lone coyote spotted on Alcatraz Island.

Wines Under $20 & Drone Safety at Big Events

On today’s show, wine expert Larry Lipson reveals his 2025 Wine of the Year that's under $20. Then public safety leader Jim Wolfinbarger explains the growing threat of unauthorized drones at large events and the technology being used to keep fans safe. Plus, smart shopping tips on name-brand versus generic canned goods, why you should buy extra ground beef, the best time to book flights in 2026, a newly opened stretch of the Sonoma Coast, and how to save a wet phone.