Entrepreneur John Catsimatidis' Secrets For Success

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• Entrepreneur John Catsimatidis - Secrets For Success And How He Became A Self-Made Billionaire

Novel About The First Woman Of Champagne Veuve Clicquot, Latest Toy Industry Trends At This Year’s Toy Fair

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• Champagne Historian Rebecca Rosenberg - Novel About The First Woman Of Champagne, Veuve Clicquot 
• Chris Byrne -  Latest Toy Industry Trends At This Year’s Toy Fair 

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• Wendy’s Frosty May Be Getting McFlurry-Style Mix-Ins, and Fans Are Hyped
• Why Going Vegetarian Is a Recipe for a Cheaper Grocery Bill
• Dunkin’ Is Eliminating a Controversial Extra Charge

Wines Under $20, Why Ladder Safety Is An Important Issue And How To Avoid Accidents

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• Larry Lipson - The Affordable Wine Report - Wines Under $20   
• Mike Van Bree - Why Ladder Safety Is An Important Issue And How To Avoid Accidents 

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• 6 Ways to Upgrade Your Popcorn, According to Professional Chefs
• Delta Is Now Serving This Celebrated Champagne at 35,000 Feet
• Why Does This Single Strawberry Cost $19?

How To Prevent Obesity, Valette Healdsburg Celebrates 10 Years Of Culinary Excellence

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• “Mastering Your Health” With Dr. Jeff Barke - How To Prevent Obesity (Recognizing World Obesity Day, March 4) 
• Dustin Valette - Chef & Owner At The Matheson, Valette Restaurant, And Valette Wines - Valette Healdsburg Celebrates 10 Years Of  Culinary Excellence With A Week-Long Anniversary Celebration

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• Mardi Gras Traditions & Facts
• That Tea Bag Is Purifying Your Water 
• To Feel Better, Take the Smart Out of Smartphone

Tax Tips For Small Business Owners, The 2025 International Toy Fair

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• Mark Jaeger - Tax Tips For Small Business Owners 
• The Toy Industry’s Premier Player, Elizabeth Werner - The 2025 International Toy Fair

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• There Is No More 'Kentucky' in KFC 
• Starbucks is dropping 13 drinks from its menu 
• We Finally Know How Fortune Cookies Get Their Messages Inside 

Popular And Offbeat Recipes From America's State And County Fairs, How To Achieve Healthy Sleep

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• Food Historian George Geary - Popular And Offbeat Recipes From America's State And County Fairs
• Sleep Expert Dr. Chris Winter - How To Achieve Healthy Sleep 

Why Miami Is The Place To Be This Spring, The Ultimate Science Cookbook For Kids

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• Award-Winning Travel Journalist, Juliana Broste - Why Miami Is The Place To Be This Spring 
• Madison Gepper - The Ultimate Science Cookbook For Kids 

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• Store Berries With Paper Towels To Make Them Last Longer
• McDonald’s Is Offering $1 Egg McMuffins — How to Get the Deal  
• DoorDash to pay $17 million to drivers for pocketing their tips

Wines Under $20, Groundbreaking Technology Offering Solutions To Hearing Loss Challenges

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• Larry Lipson - The Affordable Wine Report - Wines Under $20 
• Barinder Samra - Groundbreaking Technology Offering Solutions To Hearing Loss Challenges 

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

Why Beer Is Better Than Water When Frying Batter 

Starbucks Will Happily Give You Used Coffee Grounds for Free — Here's How to Use Them

Here's Why You Should Let That Fart Rip on Planes, According to Science

Why Protein Is Essential, How To Maximize Travel Rewards

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• “Mastering Your Health” With Dr. Jeff Barke - Why Protein Is Essential
• Kelly Best - Spring Travel Secrets & How To Maximize Travel Rewards

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• Scientists Found a Surprisingly Simple Way to Cut Mercury Content in Canned Tuna by 35%
• The Spices Needed To Make Perfect Copycat Costco Rotisserie Chicken
• This Island Nation Was Named the Most Relaxing Destination on Earth

2025 L.A. International Wine Competition, Winter Skin Care

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• Sommelier Spreti Valente  - 2025 L.A. International Wine Competition
• Dermatologist Dr. Alexis Stephens - Winter Skin Care (More Information Available At Retailers & Drugstores Nationwide) 

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• The FDA Issued an Updated Class II Recall on 2.4 Million Cases of Granola Bars
• There's A Reason Tropical Drinks Are Served Over Crushed Ice
• This Is the Cheapest Place to See the Northern Lights in North America—and No, It’s Not Alaska

Mardi Gras History And Traditions, Agave Educator Tess Rose Lampert Joins Us For National Margarita Day

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• Kelly Schulz From New Orleans - Mardi Gras History And Traditions  
• Agave Educator Tess Rose Lampert Joins Us For National Margarita Day 

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• Surprise! Man Finds 525-Pound Bear Under His Home After LA Wildfires
• Carrots May Help Lower Blood Pressure and Reduce Colon Cancer Risk
• The Secret For Choosing The Absolute Best Broccoli

Exploring Lompoc In The California Central Coast, Stars Of NBC’s Found Talk Season 2

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• Ken Ostini - Exploring Lompoc In The California Central Coast 
• Actors Shanola Hampton And Mark-Paul Gosselaar - Stars Of The NBC Drama, Found

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• 8 Smart Grocery Shopping Tips You Need to Know to Save Big
• Papa Johns Wants You to Bathe in Its Special Garlic Sauce! Pizza Chain Announces Limited-Edition Bath Bomb

Wines Under $20, Why Potatoes Are A Nutritional Powerhouse

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• Larry Lipson - The Affordable Wine Report - Wines Under $20   
• Cara Harbstreet  - Why Potatoes Are A Nutritional Powerhouse 

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• How To Pick The Absolute Best Apples Every Time You Shop
• Delta Air Lines to Partner With DraftKings to Bring Gaming Options to Passengers
• This Asian Country Is the No. 1 Solo Travel Destination for 2025

How To Live A Heart-Healthy Lifestyle, 2025 World Of Pinot Noir

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• “Health Update” With Dr. Jeff Barke - How To Live A Heart-Healthy Lifestyle 
• Stacie Jacob - 2025 World Of Pinot Noir 

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• José Andrés and Martha Stewart Are Hosting a New Cooking Show With a Dramatic Twist
• How Fast Can Air Force One Fly Across the U.S.?
• This Is the No. 1 Spring Break Destination for Affordable Airfare

Chef Matthew Wendel For George W. Bush Shares Recipes From The President's Ranch, Financial Expert Courtney Alev, Tips For The 2025 Tax Season

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• Former Personal Chef For President George W. Bush Matthew Wendel - Recipes From The President's Ranch 
• Financial Expert Courtney Alev - Tips For The 2025 Tax Season

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• U.S. Presidents' Favorite Foods
• President Truman Drank A Shot Bourbon With His OJ Every Morning
• McDonald’s Shamrock Shake Is Back 

The Hog Island Book Of Fish & Seafood, CPR Education With Parents

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• Chef John Ash - Two-Time James Beard Award Winner & Author, The Hog Island Book Of Fish & Seafood
• Dr. Johanna Contreras - CPR Education With Parents

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• Valentine’s Day Fun Facts.
• Here's How Many (Millions Of) Chocolates Americans Will Consume On Valentine's Day 2025
• This Is the No. 1 Spring Break Destination for Affordable Airfare

The World's Most Romantic Destinations, A New Initiative To Combat Diabetes Stigma

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• Luxury Travel Expert Annie Fitzsimmons - The World's Most Romantic Destinations
• Dr. Susan Guzman - A New Initiative To Combat Diabetes Stigma

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• Grocery Worker Shocked by Policy That Sends Good Bread Straight to Trash
• How Grocery Store Endcaps Trick You Into Spending More
• How To Save Money Buying Groceries From Costco

Actors Shanola Hampton & Mark-Paul Gosselaar Star In The NBC’s Found, Breakthrough Treatment For Those Living With A Form Of Brain Cancer

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• Shanola Hampton And Mark-Paul Gosselaar - Stars Of The NBC Drama, Found
• Dr. Katy Peters & Patient Rachel - Breakthrough Treatment For Those Living With A Form Of Brain Cancer

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• Trader Joe’s and Costco Limit Egg Sales Amid Nationwide Shortage
• Stuck in Traffic? You're More Likely to Stop for Fast Food
• Trump Declares War on Paper Straws — Here’s What That Means

Health Benefits Of Dark Chocolate, Wines Under $20

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• “Health Update” With Dr. Jeff Barke - Health Benefits Of Dark Chocolate
• Larry Lipson - The Affordable Wine Report - Wines Under $20   

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• Millions of Doughnuts and Pastries Pulled from Stores Over Listeria Concerns
• Cracker Barrel Roasts Waffle House Over Egg Surcharge
• Why Walking in Las Vegas Might Be Riskier Than You Think

REPLAY: Thaao Penghlis Talks Hollywood Dinner Parties And New Projects, How To Achieve Healthy Sleep

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• Actor, Author And World Traveler Thaao Penghlis - Hollywood Dinner Parties And New Projects 
• Sleep Expert Dr. Chris Winter - How To Achieve Healthy Sleep

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• How To Cook A Thin Cut Of Steak Without Completely Drying It Out
• Foods You Should Never Eat On A First Date
• Doctor Warns: Eating 'Clean' Part of Mouldy Bread Isn't Safe

The Ultimate Game-Day Food—Buffalo Wings, Diamond Market Trends

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• The Wing King Drew Cerza - The Ultimate Game-Day Food—Buffalo Wings
• David Kellie - Diamond Market Trends And Explains Why Now Is Likely A Great Time To Buy Natural Diamonds

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• How Much You Can Expect To Pay Hosting A Super Bowl Party In 2025
• What Travis Kelce Has Been Eating For Gameday Since 2013
• 2025 Super Bowl Foods And Deals To Look Out For

Super Bowl Food Safety Tips, How To Protect Your Kids In Online Gaming

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• Zoya Sattar - Super Bowl Food Safety Tips
• Eliza Jacobs - How To Protect Your Kids In Online Gaming

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• Fun Super Bowl Food Facts
• Spring Breakers, Beware: US Issues Dire Mexico Travel Warning
• Mysterious Underwater Object Sparks UFO Debate

Wines Under $20, Super Bowl Preview And Predictions

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• Larry Lipson - The Affordable Wine Report - Wines Under $20  
• Fred Dryer - Actor & Former NFL Defensive End - Super Bowl Preview And Predictions

 NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• Waffle House adds 50-cent surcharge due to egg shortage
• Trump plans to attend Super Bowl 2025, becoming first sitting president to do so
• Man Who Lived on Cruise Ships for 25 Years Struggles to Walk on Land

Tips For National Homemade Soup Day

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• Chef Claud Beltran From Bacchus Kitchen In Pasadena, Ca - Tips For National Homemade Soup Day  

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• Order This One Shot If You Want A Bartender To Hate You
• The FDA Issued a Class I Recall on Ready-to-Eat Broccoli Across 20 States
• Teens Should Never Have Caffeine, According to New Guidelines

Slowing Down The Effects Of Aging, Club House Rags: A Family Legacy In Golf Apparel

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• Dr. Michael Greger - Slowing Down The Effects Of Aging
• Lee Lathouwers From Club House Rags - A Family Legacy In Golf Apparel

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• How To Rescue Cooked Chicken That Turned Out Flavorless
• Harry And Sally Return To Katz's Deli For Round 2 In Hellmann's Super Bowl 2025 Ad
• Yes, There Really Is a Girl Scouts Frosty Coming to Wendy's 

HP Newquist, Chocolate’s Fascinating History, Linda Jordan, Dine LA Restaurant Week At Ruth’s Chris Pasadena

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• HP Newquist - Chocolate’s Fascinating History
• Linda Jordan - Dine LA Restaurant Week At Ruth’s Chris Pasadena

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• The Worst Candy Bar Is Basically The Blueprint For Them All
• Las Vegas Is Getting a Museum of Ice Cream With Themed Hotel Suites and an Epic Ice Cream Buffet 
• The FDA Issued a Class I Recall on Costco's Kirkland Signature Smoked Salmon

Maximizing Your Credit Card Rewards And Other Travel News, How To Develop The Right Strategies Towards Financial Wellness

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• Travel Expert Chris Carley From EyeOftheflyer.Com – Maximizing Your Credit Card Rewards And Other Travel News 
• Marissa Cazem - How To Develop The Right Strategies Towards Financial Wellness

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• Should You Be Worried About The Wax On Your Apples?
• The Little-Known Yet Fascinating Origin Story Of Bread Bowls
• Domino's Introduces New Wine To Put Pizza Hut To Shame

The 2024 Affordable Wine Of The Year, Food Trends In 2025

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• Larry Lipson - The Affordable Wine Report - 2024 Wine Of The Year  
• Author And Educator Sally James - Food Trends In 2025

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• Make America Healthy Again: The powerhouse foods that work medical magic
• This U.S. Airline Just Made Its Dress Code Stricter 
• Scientists May Have Found a Way to Stop Gray Hair

Messenger RNA To Treat Cancer, Healthy Choices For School Lunches And Snacks

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• “Health Update” With Dr. Jeff Barke - Messenger RNA To Treat Cancer
• Clinical Nutritionist Tara Coleman - Tips For Making Healthy Choices For School Lunches And Snacks

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• The Type Of Greens You Should Never Use For A Make-Ahead Salad
• Budweiser's Super Bowl 2025 Ad Will Tug At Your Heartstrings
• Starbucks brings back free refills — but there’s a catch…Plus, the condiment bar is back.

The Science Of Great Barbecue And Grilling, Beer Trends & History

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• Meathead - Barbecue Hall Of Famer Shares The Science Of Great Barbecue And Grilling
• Expert On Beer And Brewing Randy Mosher - Beer Trends & History 

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• 10 Facts About American Barbecue
• Traveling to New Orleans for the Super Bowl? Tips to get the best deal.
• Couple Has 8 A.M. Chuck E. Cheese Wedding for $800

The Perfect Irish Coffee, Baltaire Restaurant In Los Angeles

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• Dale Degroff Aka ‘King Cocktail’ Help Us Make The Perfect Irish Coffee
• Patrick Hickey - General Manager At Baltaire Restaurant In Los Angeles 

Tips For The Perfect Homemade Pie

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• The "Pie Whisperer" Kate Mcdermott - Tips For The Perfect Homemade Pie 

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• Chicken noodle soup-flavored hard candy sells out at launch: 'Soup you can suck on'
• This Airline Is Accepting Venmo Payments for Tickets 
• You Can Travel to These Stunning International Destinations Without a Passport

The Affordable Wine Report, Santa Ynez Valley Restaurant Weeks

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• Larry Lipson - The Affordable Wine Report - Wines Under $20 
• Shelby Sim - Santa Ynez Valley Restaurant Weeks

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• Think Twice Before Buying Jennie-O's Turkey Bacon
• Raw Nuts vs. Roasted Nuts: Which Is Healthier?
• Southwest Pilot Removed from Cockpit After TSA Detects Alcohol Smell

Exploring The Carnivore Diet, Disney History And Iconic Experiences

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• “Health Update” With Dr. Jeff Barke - Exploring The Carnivore Diet
• Marcy Carriker Smothers  - Disney History And Iconic Experiences 

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• Over 12,000 cartons of chicken broth sold at Walmart recalled in 9 states
• How US Wineries Saved Canada’s Wine Industry After a Devastating Freeze
• Why Drinking Bottled Water Can Be Much Worse for You Than Tap, According to New Research
• Coors Light is changing its name 

Cheese Pairing Tips And Perfect Cheese Boards, 2025 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition

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• Jerry Haines & Brianne Rehak From Harmony Cheese - Pairing Tips And Perfect Cheese Boards
• Sommelier Larry Van Aalst - 2025 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition 

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• Surprising Facts About Martin Luther King Jr.
• This Popular New England Dish Has Been Served at Every Presidential Inauguration Since Reagan
• Pay to stay: Starbucks reverses its open-door policy

Tips For Setting And Achieving Financial Goals In The New Year, Dry Creek Kitchen In Healdsburg, CA

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• Dan Nickele -  Tips For Setting And Achieving Financial Goals In The New Year
• Chef Shane McAnelly - Executive Chef At Dry Creek Kitchen In Healdsburg, Ca 

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• Bob Uecker, legendary baseball broadcaster, dead at 90
• This Common Food Additive Is In Everything — and It Could Be Messing With Your Health
• What's The Difference Between Organic And Grass-Fed Beef?

National Geographic 100 Hotels Of A Lifetime, Should We Be Concerned About Bird Flu?

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• National Geographic Travel Expert Annie Fitzsimmons - 100 Hotels Of A Lifetime: The World's Ultimate Retreats 
• “Health Update” With Dr. Jeff Barke - Should We Be Concerned About Bird Flu?

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• California Declares 'proactive' State Of Emergency Due To Bird Flu
• The FDA Just Officially Banned Red Dye No. 3 
• TSA Just Announced When Travelers Will Need a Real ID to Fly — and It's Serious This Time
  
  

Wines Under $20, Linkedin's Hiring Tips For Small Businesses In 2025

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• Larry Lipson - The Affordable Wine Report - Wines Under $20   
• Andrew Chimka - LinkedIn's Hiring Tips For Small Businesses In 2025 

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• Snacking’s Bad Rap Might Be Undeserved, New Research Suggests
• The FDA Recalled More Than 2 Million Cans of Coconut Water Across 29 States
• American Airlines Has Discounted Flights to Europe This Spring For Under $500 Roundtrip

REPLAY: Entrepreneur John Catsimatidis' Secrets For Success

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• Entrepreneur John Catsimatidis - Secrets For Success And How He Became A Self-Made Billionaire

2025 L.A. International Wine Competition, Fueling Focus As Kids Return To School

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• Sommelier Spreti Valente - 2025 L.A. International Wine Competition
• Clinical Nutritionist Tara Coleman - Fueling Focus As Kids Return To School

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• Serious Pizza Facts For National Pizza Week
• The Simple Salt Trick To Stop Oil Splatter In The Kitchen
• From Hawaii to the Caribbean and Beyond, These Are the Most Affordable Destinations to Fly to in 2025

Erin Mylroie, 101 Greatest Soups For National Soup Month, Paso Robles Blendfest On The Coast

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• Erin Mylroie - Author, 101 Greatest Soups On The Planet Joins Us For National Soup Month
• Jamie Guzman - Paso Robles BlendFest On The Coast (February 20-23)

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• Here's Why It's Been So Hard to Find Eggs
• 6 Etiquette Tips For Bringing Your Own Wine To A Restaurant
• Airlines Issue Flight Waivers and Attractions Close Amid Devastating Wildfires in Los Angeles

New Non-Alcoholic Sparkling From Josh Cellars, Former NFL Star Vince Ferragamo Talks NFL Playoffs

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• Joe Carr - Celebrate Dry January With New Non-Alcoholic Sparkling From Josh Cellars
• Former NFL Star Vince Ferragamo Talks NFL Playoffs

Wines Under $20, The Consumer Electronics Shows Must-See Tech

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• Larry Lipson - The Affordable Wine Report - Wines Under $20   
• Andrea Smith -  From Smart Homes To AI: The Consumer Electronics Shows Must-See Tech

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• Oscar Meyer Offers $35,600 Job Driving the Iconic Wienermobile
• Why You Should Steer Clear Of Lemon Slices At Any Buffet
• One Of Julia Child's First Recipes Was A Shark Repellent For The CIA

Cow's Milk Vs. Plant Based Milk, Top Trending New Year’s Resolutions

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• “Health Update” With Dr. Jeff Barke - Cow's Milk Vs. Plant Based Milk
• Mia Nicholson East - Top Trending New Year’s Resolutions And How To Keep Them

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• Polar Vortex Predicted to Bring Exceptionally Cold Temperatures
• This Airline Now Flies to the Most Countries in History
• Majority of U.S. Teens Are Not Drinking, Smoking or Using Marijuana, Study Finds.

Exploring The Bean Book And The Art Of Cooking With Heirloom Beans, Taking A Break From Alcohol During Dry January

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• Steve Sando - Exploring The Bean Book And The Art Of Cooking With Heirloom Beans
• Dr. George Koob - Recognizing Signs Of An Alcohol Problem And Taking A Break From Alcohol During Dry January

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• A Daily Avocado Habit Is Linked to Better Food Choices, Study Finds
• How the European Grocery Shopping Trend Can Help You Save Money and Prevent Waste
• JetBlue Fined $2M for Delayed Flights — What That Means for Affected Passengers' Wallets

Slowing Down The Effects Of Aging, Mediterraneo At The Westlake Village Inn

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• Dr. Michael Greger - Slowing Down The Effects Of Aging
• Chef Lisa Biondi -  Executive Chef, Mediterraneo At The Westlake Village Inn

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• Why You Should Always Buy More Ground Beef Than What You Need
• Is There A Real Difference Between Name Brand And Generic Canned Goods?
• THINGS YOU SHOULD CLEAN BUT DON'T

Thaao Penghlis' Hollywood Dinner Parties And New Projects, Sustainably Caught Seafood Prepared With A Modern Twist From Bluewater Grill

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• Actor, Author And World Traveler Thaao Penghlis - Hollywood Dinner Parties And New Projects 
• Jim Ulcickas From Bluewater Grill - Sustainably Caught Seafood Prepared With A Modern Twist 

NEWS STORIES OF THE DAY:

• The First Thing You Should Do With Bagged Salad To Keep It Fresh
• YOUR WATER BOTTLE IS DISGUSTING

Seafood Cooking Tips With Chef John Ash, Wine, Food And The Soul Of Italy

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• Two-Time James Beard Award Winner Chef John Ash - Seafood Cooking Tips
• Award Winning Author And Journalist Robert Camuto - Wine, Food And The Soul Of Italy