On this episode: We welcome Dr. Jeff Barke, America’s Real Doctor, for a powerful conversation about “Mastering Your Health” and whether corporate medicine is truly serving patients first. Then, whiskey expert Robin Robinson joins the show to explore Irish whiskey in honor of St. Patrick’s Day, debunk common myths about whiskey, and share tasting tips for enjoying a great pour. Plus, today’s news stories include expert advice on how to cut corned beef like a pro, what to pack in an emergency go-bag, and a surprising headline about a priest charged with retail theft.
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Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Monday, March 16, 2026
Langer’s Delicatessen & Fresh Eggs And Backyard Chickens
On Today’s show: Norm Langer shares the legacy of Langer’s Delicatessen and St. Patrick’s Day corned beef traditions, and Lisa Steele talks about fresh eggs, backyard chickens, and cooking from her Fresh Eggs Daily cookbook. Plus today’s headlines include a viral cereal etiquette debate, a spicy salsa lawsuit dismissed by a judge, and rising spring break travel concerns.
Friday, March 13, 2026
The History And Culture Of Potato Chips, Trends In Home & Housewares
On today’s show: Alan Richer, the “Toga Chip Guy,” shares the fascinating history and culture of the Saratoga Chip, revealing how this crunchy snack became America’s original potato chip. Jane Clauss joins us to showcase the newest and coolest trends in home and housewares, including award-winning innovations from the Inspired Home Show. Plus, we cover today’s top stories: how dealing with difficult people may speed up aging, Tripadvisor’s top 25 cultural destinations for 2026, and 10,000 authors releasing an almost blank book to protest AI’s use of their work.
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Wines Under $20 & Student Impact Challenge
On today’s show, Larry Lipson shares the best wines under $20. Then Alex Quian & Nandana Menon talk about the Allstate Foundation Student Impact Challenge. Plus, we cover news highlights including Chipotle’s Friday the 13th tattoo BOGO deal, a Disneyland chemical incident that hospitalized five employees, and warning signs of social media addiction.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Smart Money Moves & Home Trends
On today’s show, lifestyle expert Vivian Fabiola shares smart ways to turn your tax refund into real debt relief, while Jane Clauss previews the newest and coolest home and housewares trends from the Inspired Home Show. We also cover today’s trending stories, including Krispy Kreme’s colorful St. Patrick’s Day doughnuts, why “fat-free” cooking spray labels can be misleading, the strangest items found in lost luggage, and simple phone settings that can help reduce annoying spam calls.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
The Importance of Sleep and Natural Rhythms & Celebrity Kosher Wines for Passover
On Today’s Show, Dr. Jeff Barke joins to discuss how sleep and natural circadian rhythms play a critical role in protecting long-term health and boosting energy. Then Gabe Geller shares the latest trends in kosher wine just in time for Passover, including celebrity-backed bottles and global selections from Royal Wine Corp. Plus, news stories of the day: Costco’s famous $4.99 rotisserie chicken faces lawsuits over labeling and safety claims, a Florida DUI golf cart accident raises safety reminders, and a $25,000 cloned cat proves genetics can’t replicate personality.
Monday, March 9, 2026
St. Patrick's Day Traditions & Fish Fridays at San Pedro Fish Market
This week on the show, we welcome Judith McLoughlin, Irish-born chef and founder of Shamrock and Peach, to share St. Patrick's Day culinary traditions and her Irish-inspired cookbooks. Then, Michael Ungaro, CEO of San Pedro Fish Market, joins us to talk about their annual Fish Fridays, weekly seafood specials, and family-style favorites including the iconic Shrimp Tray. Plus, we cover today's quirky and trending news stories—from Girl Scouts’ dispensary cookie controversy to mysterious dog poop in San Francisco.
Friday, March 6, 2026
Noodle Soup Obsession & Pinot Noir Perfection with Dan Kosta
On today’s show, food historian Ken Albala explores the rich global history and cultural traditions behind noodle soup. Then Sonoma vintner Dan Kosta, founder of DK Wine Group, shares insights into his passion for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay and the inspiration behind his wines Admire, Grail, and Convene. In today’s headlines: a new report reveals the top U.S. cities Gen Z is moving to for jobs and affordability and health-conscious pizza fans are buzzing about premium frozen brand Cappello’s and its cleaner ingredients.
Thursday, March 5, 2026
Springtime in Paso Robles & Tax Tips
On today’s show: Travel expert Stacie Jacob shares the best springtime spots and activities in Paso Robles, California, while Mark Steber offers halfway-to-deadline tax tips to reduce stress. Plus, we break down top news: Chick-fil-A restores its classic waffle fry recipe, a 25-year study links pecans to lower “bad” cholesterol and Martha Stewart’s tips for safer kitchen hygiene.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Wines Under $20 & Nutritious Family Meals With Potatoes
In this episode, Larry Lipson shares top wine picks under $20, while Kelly Jones shows how to make nutritious, delicious family meals with potatoes. We also explore surprising health hacks like passion fruit’s protein punch and a McDonald’s meal that may ease migraines, plus stories from record-breaking roller coasters to Uber’s upcoming flying taxis and State Farm’s $5B auto refund.