1/26 LG's Texting Finalist, iVillage Serena Kappes, AARP Pres. Lee Hammond, Food Net's Andreann Geise, Trident Wine's Neno Skoric, Dr. Joseph Maroon

What's Cookin' Today Hour ONE:

Hannah Elaine Sauvarin and Olivia Burton LG Texting Finalists Visits with Erik & Paul

Hannah and Olivia will tell us they got involved in this competition, the differences in technique or style between the texters from one country to another, if they rely on texting more than other form of communication with friends and the big MONEY question - If either of them IS crowned champion, what will they do with the winnings?

On Wednesday, January 26th the LG Mobile World Cup will give participants from 16 countries a chance to show off the speed and accuracy of their text messaging skills, in hopes of winning a check in the amount of $100,000 US Dollars and bragging rights as the “World’s Fastest Texters.” The worldwide competition began back in May with a series of contests across 16 countries including the US, South Africa, Indonesia, Australia, Thailand, South Korea, Argentina, Brazil and El Salvador. During the competition, players will compete by typing phrases in their native language on their latest LG handsets. The phrases must be exactly correct, with no typos or abbreviations, and entered faster than the other opponents. Representing the US will be the US 2010 National Texting Championship winner 13-year-old Brianna Hendrickson from Brooklyn, New York. On the morning of January 26th, finalist Brianna Hendrickson and additional World Cup contestants will discuss their strategy heading into the big competition later that afternoon.

Serena Kappes Tells Us Her Picks for iVillage's Entertainment Awards

Just in time for red-carpet season and on the heels of successful traffic growth for its Entertainment Channel, iVillage, the essential digital brand for women, returns this winter with the 2nd Annual iVillage Entertainment Awards, the online community’s women-centric celebrity awards program. The iVillage Entertainment Awards celebrate the actresses, actors, characters, scenes, shows, movies and more that had the iVillage community of women buzzing in 2010 – with categories including “Sexiest Onscreen Chemistry,” “Man You’d Trade Your Husband For,” “Star Who Makes Us Proud to Be a Woman” and “Cutest Celebrity Mini-Me.”

Serena Kappes, iVillage Entertainment Editor, announced the nominations and opened voting today at www.iVillage.com/entertainmentawards. The complete list of categories and nominations can be also found at www.iVillage.com/entertainmentawards, along with exclusive video, celebrity picks and an extensive interview with Kappes about the awards. Celebrity winners will be announced on February 22. Fans can also gather, connect and debate nominees at www.facebook.com/ivillage and www.twitter.com/ivillage.

Lee Hammond, AARP President Meets with Erik & Paul to Go Discuss the State of the Union Address and What it Means to Us!

Currently, ex officio member of AARP Board's Governance and Compensation Committee and the Compensation Subcommittee. Former member and chair of the board of directors, Holly Foundation. Formerly served on the Wor-Wic Community College Advisory Board.

AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization that helps people 50+ have independence, choice and control in ways that are beneficial and affordable to them and society as a whole. AARP does not endorse candidates for public office or make contributions to either political campaigns or candidates.

What's Cookin' Today Hour TWO:

Chef Andreann Geise- Food Network Competition Winner

Andreann grew up in the restaurant business and was inspired by her late father who passed away in 2008 to submit a recipe to The Ultimate Recipe Showdown hosted by the Food Network’s Guy Fieri. She ended up winning first place in its category with her Tongue Tantalizing BBQ Pork recipe and took second with her Blushing She Crab Soup with a Twist. The Great Taste Challenge at the famous Bon Appetite Supper Club is where she won her 2nd title that led to a recent adventure with Chef Fabio Viviani. Andreann has a love for making Carolina Coastal comfort cuisine but she also has a Greek background as well, which she is sharing as the Executive Chef of Mykonos, her new Mediterranean (with low country flair!) restaurant that recently opened on New Years Eve in Myrtle Beach. She also has a very interesting past – she was actually a veterinarian before becoming a chef!

Neno Skoric Talks to us About the Latest Wine Picks from Trident Wines!

Trident Wines have the inside scoop on all the wines from Barbados and the Southern Caribbean! Trident Wines is a company with 15 years of unparalleled wine and spirits expertise.

Trident Wines offer the same personalized service and advice that has built us a reputation as the most knowledgeable wholesalers of fine wines in Barbados and the southern Caribbean.

Dr. Joseph Maroon, 70-Year Old Tri-Athlete and Author Shares His Tips for a LONGER and HEALTHIER Life!

We are all looking for the “Fountain of Youth”, yet few of us have or will find it. But there is one person who has found it, and is sharing some of its best-kept secrets for a longer, healthier life. Dr. Joseph Maroon, author of The Longevity Factor (and did we mention a 70-year old Tri-Athlete?!?!) is available to share some of his best tips and tricks to beat Father Time and stay “forever young”. In October 2010, Dr. Maroon once again gained national attention when, at age 70 he finished his third Ironman Triathlon World Championship in Kona, Hawaii, beating his prior time by over 20 minutes. He attributes his intense workout regimen coupled with extensive nutritional supplementation as providing not only physical endurance, but also the youthful mental endurance and improved focus needed in his profession as a neurosurgeon.

Joseph C. Maroon, M.D., is a world renowned neurosurgeon, and team neurosurgeon for the Pittsburgh Steelers, is regarded as a premiere specialist in the surgical treatment of injuries and diseases of the brain and spine, particularly with microscopic and minimally invasive procedures. He has researched and written extensively on nutritional topics and has recently authored two books, Fish Oil: the Natural Anti-Inflammatory, and The Longevity Factor. Dr. Maroon has successfully maintained his personal athletic interests through participation in 9 marathons and more than 70 Triathlons and 7 Ironman distance races.

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1/25 Biggest Loser Dan Evans, Gadget Guru Scott Steinberg, LA Lights Tanya Berensen, Il Tiramisu's Peter Kastelan and Firestone Beer's Jace Milstead!

What's Cookin' Today - Hour ONE:

The Biggest Loser's Dan Evans, Gaming Expert Scott Steinberg!

Dan Evans Tells Us His Journey on the Biggest Loser!

Twenty-one year old Dan Evans hails from Frankfort, Illinois and is a talented rock and roll/country singer. Despite not making it big in Hollywood, this cool and funny young man has gathered a humble but loyal fan base. His parents put up a non-profit after school organization called Reach Out for Life Youth Foundation, for which he works as a camp counselor, entertaining kids through his music. Dan and his brother also once attempted to get a hunting show for themselves, and it goes to show how much Dan wants to be in the spotlight. His new year's resolution is to wear leather pants.

Dan and his mother, Jackie have gone through a lot together, considering that they both work in a company that was founded by their own family. Wanting to overcome their weight problem together, Dan and Jackie joined NBC's The Biggest Loser 5 as the Orange Team. Dan initially weighed 310 lbs.

Scott Steinberg Tells Us What We Need to Know About the Trends in Gadgets, New Technology & Gaming, Too!

Over one billion people have turned to PC and video game expert Scott Steinberg for insight into today's hottest electronic amusements. The head of technology/game industry consulting and research firm TechSavvy Global, he's a frequent on-air video game, gadget and consumer electronics authority for TV networks like ABC, CBS, NBC and CNN, and has covered business, entertainment and technology for 400+ outlets including the Los Angeles Times, New York Times, Playboy, Rolling Stone and TV Guide. Steinberg is also the creator and host of Players Only, the game industry's first free online documentary series. Hailed as a gadget and video game expert by dozens of outlets from BusinessWeek to Forbes and NPR, other recent books include Videogame Marketing and PR and The Videogame Style Guide and Reference Manual. Between tradeshows, presentations, instructional videos, articles, podcasts and media commentary, he remains one of the high-tech and video game industries' most sought-after expert witnesses, DIY evangelists and advocates for continuing education.

What's Cookin' Hour TWO:

LA Lights Tanya Berenson, Il Tiramisu's Peter Kastelan and Firestone Beer's Jace Milstead!

Tanya Berenson is on Hand to Tell us all About the 2011 L.A Lights Rhythmic Gymnastics Invitational

The nation’s largest annual rhythmic gymnastics event sponsored by Los Angeles School of Gymnastics and sanctioned by the International Gymnastics Federation and the USA Gymnastics Federation showcases more than 200 of the world’s most diverse and competitive athletes in rhythmic gymnastics. Athletes to participate include Anna Bessonova, 2008 Olympic Bronze medalist, Liubov Charkashyna, 2010 World Championship Bronze Medalist, and the finalist for "So you think you can Dance" and a member of the United States National Group Team - Rachel Girma will spotlight a finale performance at the event and available for interviews. Participants will come from a wide variety of countries including Japan, Mexico, Russia, USA and many more. Visit www.lalightsmeet.com for more information.

Tanya Berenson: Tanya received a Childhood Development degree from UCLA. She works with the UCLA Gymnastics Team annually as a season-opener guest speaker. She has come from an All-Star gymnastics background, as her mother, Alla Svirsky, is a 3-time USA Olympic Judge, USA Inductee to the Gymnastics Hall of Fame and founder of the Los Angeles School of Gymnastics . In 1995 Tanya Berenson started working at the Los Angeles School of Gymnastics, a non-profit Olympic-quality training center, considered among the top Olympics training facilities in the country and has produced several Olympians and internationally-ranked athletes. She is a pioneer in the field of Special Olympics (Gymnastics Event) by founding the Gymnastics for Special Needs program in LA. Berenson also started the largest multi-level competition in the world, The LA Lights Meet Tournament, the first rhythmic gymnastics competition to be sanctioned in the United States by the Fédération Internationale de Gymnastique. She has also served as a consultant to USA Gymnastics and help co-found Cheer 4 U Athletics which is the FIRST All-Star competitive Cheerleading Team in Los Angeles. Tanya Berenson was Team Manager for United States National Team Members Delaney Lonergan and Rachel Girma.

Erik & Paul Visit Celebrity Favorite Il Tiramisu with Restaurateur, Peter Kastelan

Ivo & Peter bring over 30 years of Italian restaurant experience to Il Tiramisù, having owned and operated numerous successful restaurants here in the San Fernando Valley and on the Westside, and have been featured in Los Angeles Magazine, The Los Angeles Times, The Daily News, Talk, and numerous other publications.

Jace Milstead is Our In Studio Guest, Today, With Firestone Beers!

Firestone Walker Brewing Company brewed its first beer in 1996 in a small facility rented from the Firestone Vineyard estate in Santa Barbara County. In 2001 owners Adam Firestone and David Walker purchased the SLO Brewing Company located in Paso Robles, CA.

Firestone Walker’s ales are selectively fermented in the Firestone Union oak barrel brewing system. The Firestone Union incorporates 65-gallon, medium and heavy toast American oak barrels.

Firestone Walker Brewing Company continues to grow as the palates of Americans migrate to Craft Beer. Our brew staff have picked up “Mid Size Brewery of the Year” at the World Beer cup an unmatched three times.

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1/24 John McEnroe, Linda Funk - Soy Foods Council, Rod Berglund from Joseph Swan Vineyards & Summer Glau

What's Cookin' Today Hour One:

John McEnroe Hits Us With Big News About the Oreo Double stuff racing league!

John Patrick McEnroe, Jr. (born February 16, 1959) is a former World No. 1 professional tennis player from the United States. During his career, he won seven Grand Slam singles titles (three at Wimbledon and four at the US Open), nine Grand Slam men's doubles titles, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title. McEnroe also won a record eight season ending championships, comprising five WCT Finals titles and three Masters Grand Prix titles from a combined twelve final appearances at these two events, a record he shares with Ivan Lendl.

He is best remembered for his shot-making artistry and superb volleying; for his famous rivalries with Björn Borg, Jimmy Connors and Ivan Lendl; for his confrontational on-court behavior which frequently landed him in trouble with umpires and tennis authorities; and for the catchphrase "You cannot be serious!" directed toward an umpire during a match at Wimbledon in 1981. He was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in 1999, and is regarded as one of the greatest male tennis players of all time.

McEnroe is the older brother of Patrick McEnroe, who is also a former professional tennis player and the former Captain of the United States Davis Cup team, a position in which John served previously. They also both are now often commentators for Grand Slam tennis television coverage in the United States, and John McEnroe is also a commentator on Wimbledon for theBBC.

What's Cookin' Today Visits Joseph Swan Vineyards with Rod Berglund!

Rod Berglund, a lifelong Sonoma County resident, began his winemaking career in 1979 at La Crema Vinera (predecessor to La Crema). That same year he produced his first Russian River Valley Pinot Noir. Over the years he has made Pinot from many grape growing areas but firmly believes that the Russian River Valley is without peer in the new world for the potential to consistently produce world class Pinot Noir.

A committed terroirist, he believes that wine's first duty is to express a sense of place. In 1987 he joined Joe Swan to help him finish the harvest. The following year he took over the winemaking at Joseph Swan Vineyards and continues to follow in the footsteps of one of California's Pinot pioneers.

What's Cookin' Today Hour 2:

Linda Funk Stops by to Give Us the Latest News in Soy Foods!

Linda is the executive director of the Soyfoods Council. The Mission of The Soyfoods Council is to serve as a catyalist, leader and facilitator to mainstream soy-based foods into the global marketplace—America and beyond. To mainstream soyfoods: to build the category of soyfoods products by making action-prompting connections between edible soybean growers and food producers, foods distributors, chefs, retailers and eventually consumers.

Summer Glau Stops By to Tell Us About Her New Role on The Cape!

Summer Glau stars as Orwell, an investigative blogger who partners with “The Cape” to wage war on crime and corruption in Palm City on NBC’s drama series “The Cape.” Glau was born in San Antonio, Texas. Throughout much of her young adulthood, Glau trained and performed as a professional dancer until a serious injury forced her to take time to heal. During this time, she discovered a love for acting and made the decision to move to Los Angeles and begin working steadily as an actor and dancer. Her first television credit was a guest role as a ballerina on the television series “Angel,” produced by Joss Whedon. Whedon was so impressed with the young actress’ debut performance that he later cast her in the lead role of River in his new series “Firefly” and subsequently in the Universal feature film “Serenity.” Glau’s career has taken off since; she has worked on various television series including “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation” and “Cold Case.” She has also recurred as Tess Doerner, a paranoid schizophrenic returnee on “The 4400” and on “The Unit” as Crystal Burns. In addition to her television accomplishments, Glau can also be seen starring in the films “Mammoth” and “The Initiation of Sarah.” Glau played Cameron on “Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles.” Based on the Terminator franchise films, the series featured the return of popular characters Sarah and John Connor who befriend Cameron Phillips, the sultry female terminator -- a role written for Glau by series creator Josh Friedman. Since then, Glau has starred in the Lifetime original movie, “Deadly Honeymoon,” based on true-life events and in the Western period drama “The Legend Of Hell’s Gate” opposite Lou Taylor Pucci and Henry Thomas. Recently, Glau shot a lead role opposite Steve Zahn, Peter Dinklage, Ryan Kwanten and Margarita Levieva in the feature film “Knights of Badassdom.”

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1/21 Deepak Chopra, Rick Maynard from KFC, Robert Craig Winery, Steve Alton Talks Mayan Calendar, Movie Guy Steve Evans!

Hour 1 of What's Cookin' Today:

Deepak Chopra talks with Erik and Jack about the book that the Wall Street Journal calls, "One of the best business books for your career in 2011, his new book, SOUL OF LEADERSHIP

SOUL OF LEADERSHIP is about Unlocking Your Potential for Greatness by Deepak Chopra shows how to bring meaning and values back into our everyday lives, both at work & at home. America's most popular spiritual advisor & bestselling author reveals how enlightened leadership will increase creativity, intelligence, organizing power and love.

ABOUT DEEPAK CHOPRA: Deepak Chopra has long been educating and lecturing on the topic of leadership. He is an Adjunct Professor of Executive Programs at the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University and teaches an annual course based on the principles of Soul of Leadership. He also lectures regularly to executives and corporations, including at Hewlett-Packard, Pepsi, Hearst, BusinessWeek, and Harvard Medical School, among many others, and at numerous leadership and business conferences. He is the co-founder of two award-winning wellness centers, and the author of more than fifty books translated into over thirty-five languages, including numerous New York Times bestsellers in both the fiction and nonfiction categories. He is the host of a weekly Wellness Radio show on Sirius Satellite Radio and is a fellow of the American College of Physicians & a member of the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists.

Rick Maynard, PR Guru at KFC Gives us the Absolute Latest and Greatest From The Colonels Best Chicken!

KFC Corporation (KFC), founded and also known as Kentucky Fried Chicken, is a chain of fast food restaurants based in Louisville, Kentucky, in the United States.

The company was founded as Kentucky Fried Chicken by Colonel Harland Sanders in 1952, though the idea of KFC's fried chicken actually goes back to 1930.

Hour 2 of What's Cookin' Today:

Erik & Paul Meet with Robert Craig from Robert Craig Winery!

Robert Craig celebrates three decades as a Napa Valley “mountain man,” producing distinctive Cabernet Sauvignons from vineyards in the highest, most remote reaches of the Valley.

He has been a pioneer in Napa Valley mountain vineyards and a visionary in creating a new wine style for mountain Cabernets that emphasizes ripe fruit, supple tannins, and early balance and integration.

During the 1980’s, Bob developed over 300 acres of vineyards on Mt. Veeder and served as general manager of the Hess Collection Winery. Along the way, he spearheaded the campaign to have Mt. Veeder designated as a special appellation district in 1990 and consulted on the Spring Mountain Appellation.

The opportunity to start his own winery in 1992 with three long-time friends was the realization of a long-held dream to hand-craft small quantities of Cabernet Sauvignon from great winegrowing appellations of Napa Valley. His first Cabernet debuted in 1995. In 2002, the Craig family completed a state-of- the-art winery located at nearly 2300 feet along the summit of Howell Mountain.

Author Steve Alton Talks About "Grim Reaper: End of Days" and Discusses Mayan Calendar 12-21-2012!

New End of Days book reveals startling meaning to 666 Mark of the Beast! How might the end arrive? One of the facts exposed by Grim Reaper: End of Days is an illegal, covert U.S. bio-warfare program that is creating biological weapons designed to wipe out entire populations. Using insider information, Steve Alten flies way above the radar, naming the CIA- sponsored U.S. lab that weaponized the 2001 anthrax attacks on Senators’ Daschle and Leahy which ultimately sealed the passage of The Patriot Act. Critics are calling Grim Reaper: End of Days "one of the best books you will ever read, period." The story, a contemporary Dante’s Inferno, takes place in December of 2012 when a modern-day version of the Black Plague developed by the Defense Department is released at the U.N. by a Christian zealot convinced she has been tasked to launch Revelations. As the pandemic races through Manhattan, a depressed Iraqi war veteran must journey through his own "Nine Circles of Hell" to find his family and cleanse his soul.

Movie Guy Steve Evans Gives us the Movie Hits and Misses!

Steve Evans, the Movie Guy, is going to tell us what we need to run out and see and what we can avoid in the movie theaters, this week! So, grab your popcorn, folks! Get your movie news and reviews right here on the What's Cookin' Today show!

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1/20 Kyle Bornheimer, Meaghan Martin & Jennifer Stone, What's New in The Sonoma Diet, Home of the Future!

Kyle Bornheimer Tells Us All About His New NBC Show, "Perfect Couples!"

"Perfect Couples" is a romantic comedy that follows three flawed pairs trying to get it right.

Dave (Kyle Bornheimer, "Worst Week") and Julia (Christine Woods, "Flash Forward") are the "everyday couple," messed up in all the "normal" ways. Dave struggles to keep both his wife and his needy best friend, Vance (David Walton, NBC's "100 Questions") happy. Vance and the volatile Amy (Mary Elizabeth Ellis, "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia") are the high-passion, high-drama couple who bring out the best and worst in each other.

The third duo features Rex (Hayes MacArthur, "She's Out of My League") and Leigh (Olivia Munn, "Attack of the Show," "The Daily Show"). Rex is a reformed party guy who has channeled his jock energy into a competitive drive to be the ideal mate. Leigh, a self-anointed relationship guru, has formed the perfect union with Rex, and now considers it her duty to mold the other couples in their image.

"Perfect Couples" is produced by Universal Media Studios. Show creators Jon Pollack ("30 Rock") and Scott Silveri ("Friends") serve as executive producers with Andy Ackerman ("Seinfeld," "The New Adventures of Old Christine"), who also directed the pilot.

About Kyle: Kyle Bornheimer plays Dave, one half of the everyday couple on "Perfect Couples."

Bornheimer made his television debut in 2008 starring as the hapless Sam Briggs in the critically acclaimed series "Worst Week."

Earlier this year, Bornheimer starred opposite Alyssa Milano in the series "Romantically Challenged." Bornheimer's additional television credits include guest starring roles on "Better Off Ted," "Chuck," "How I Met Your Mother," "Party Down," "The Office," "Monk," "Weeds," and "Breaking Bad." Bornheimer recently starred opposite Kristen Bell, Sigourney Weaver, Jamie Lee Curtis and Betty White in the feature "You Again." Bornheimer also starred opposite Jay Baruchel, T.J. Miller and Nate Torrence in "She's Out of My League," which was released in spring 2010. His additional film credits include a role in "Blades of Glory" with Will Ferrell.

Bornheimer moved to Los Angeles from his hometown in South Bend, Indiana. He began his acting career working in commercials and gained attention for his comedic performances in popular spots for T-Mobile, Geico, Coors Light, Staples and Sprint, among others. His extensive commercial work made him a familiar face on the small screen, and in 2007 Entertainment Weekly proclaimed him the "Half-Minute Man."

Bornheimer currently lives in Los Angeles with his wife and two sons.

Meaghan Martin & Jennifer Stone Talk About Bullying in Schools and Share Insights on Their New Film, "Mean Girls 2"

Mean Girls 2 is a film directed by Melanie Mayron.It is the sequel to the widely successful 2004 cult-classic, Mean Girls. The film is set to be released on January 23, 2011 via ABC Family with a DVD release set for Februrary 1, 2011.

Meaghan Jette Martin (born February 17, 1992) is an American actress and singer, who is best known for her role as Tess Tyler in the Disney Channel original movies Camp Rock andCamp Rock 2: The Final Jam. She also starred in the now canceled ABC Family television series 10 Things I Hate About You as Bianca Stratford.

Jennifer Lindsay Stone (born February 12, 1993) is an American actress best known for playing Harper Finkle on the Disney Channel series Wizards of Waverly Place.

Dr. Connie Guttersen Tells Us About Her Book, "What's New in The Sonoma Diet"

The New Sonoma Diet takes readers beyond successful weight loss, and incorporates new scientific research to help promote whole health, including reducing the risk factors for inflammation, heart disease, diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and Alzheimer’s disease. In addition, the book addresses how people can achieve greater motivation to succeed in their careers and relationships, and build a well-rounded, fulfilled life.

Alison Rhodes, (aka The Safety Mom), Will Tell Us About the “Home of The Future”

Allison gives us a first glimpse at the cutting edge net-zero energy single-family home. Did you envision the home of the future stocked with robotics and a flying car? Let us take you on a trip down practicality lane. The home of the future built as part of the 2011 International Builders’ Show is not overloaded with cool gizmos and gadgets. It’s smaller, greener, safer and more responsible than what you might have imagined.

Alison Rhodes is a nationally known family safety and lifestyle expert who provides tips and advice on keeping moms and kids safe, happy and healthy. Alison has appeared on The Today Show, Good Morning America, Fox & Friends, CNN International, CNBC Squawk Box and The Doctors. Alison has also been featured in a variety of publications and websites including American Baby Magazine, Parents, BabyTalk, Working Mother, USA Today, The Atlanta Journal Constitution, The Los Angeles Times, The New York Times, Parenting.com, SheKnows.com and Expectant Mother Magazine.

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1/19 Charise McHugh, Kara DioGuardi

Charise McHugh - Half Moon Bay California Chamber President visits with Mike and Paul!

If you have not been to the Half Moon Bay Coastside recently, you have not been! They have it all: fresh air, scenic country roads, ocean panoramic views, 36 holes of championship golf and a driving range, deep sea fishing, horseback riding on the beach, fields of glorious flowers, vegetables, pumpkins, and Christmas trees, marvelous restaurants, superb hotels and inns, and the perfect gift for everyone on your list.

Travel to the Coast in a luxury limousine, relax in a day spa, and enjoy small theater at its best. The historical sites and natural beauty of the different flora and fauna activities that await you will fill your days with learning and adventure. You will be back again and again.

Before coming to Half Moon Bay Coastside Chamber of Commerce and Visitors’ Bureau in 1996, Charise owned an advertising business, Promotions With Pizzazz, in San Francisco. She has been instrumental in increasing membership at the Chamber from 330 to 700 members and tripling its budget. Charise was a founder of the Coastside Family Medical Center, and founded a Hotel Business Improvement District (BID) in 2004.

Charise has also founded the first broad-based ecotourism program in the state of California and is spearheading state recognition of ecotourism as a tourism destination. And, currently she is facilitating a non-profit component to the Disaster Preparedness Plan for the San Mateo County Coast.

Charise earned Accredited Chamber Executive (ACE) status by the Western Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (W.A.C.E.) in February 2007 and was the William E. Hammond Award Winner in 2008.

Kara Elizabeth DioGuardi stops by to tell Mike & Paul about her new gig as judge for Folgers "Best Part of Wakin' Up" contest!

http://www.bestpartofwakinup.com/folgers-contest-details

Kara Elizabeth DioGuardi (pronounced /ˈkærə diːɵˈɡwɑrdi/; born December 9, 1970) is an American singer-songwriter, record producer, music publisher, A&R executive, composer and TV personality. She writes music primarily in the light pop-rock, dance, and R&B genres. DioGuardi has worked with many popular artists and is credited on over 120 album releases.

DioGuardi served as a judge on American Idol for its eighth and ninth seasons. In 2008 she was appointed to the position of executive vice president of talent development at Warner Bros. Records, and has signed Jason Derülo and Iyaz.

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