Tim & Laura discuss how napping might be the best diet plan yet, the celebrities that have recently helped people stranded on the side of the road, and why Elton John missed the Emmy Awards.  We're probably wrong about Elton but you won't be able to get this visual out of your head once it's in there!And you decide- WHO IS THE JERK in this latest scenario....

As promised:   "There will be stories!"Everything from crocodiles to airport sprints to the Karma that came for Tim since he wished all this weather on those of us stuck at home!  All that and a scary movie review on this Movie Monday that started with a listener suggestion for Laura.  And the one super popular movie (dare we say "Classic") that Tim has never seen!   You will not be able to wrap your mind around this one.Plus, can you really be "Wife Of The Year" if you assign yourself that title?   Hmmm....

A special guest joined us today to chat about her Stranger Session Photography (and one couple in particular that we're all rooting for:  Lauren & Diego).   Tim will be back from vacation on Monday, so MaryElin filled in one last time with Laura and wore her new football sweatshirt in honor of her favorite "boyfriend/player"!     Plus, learn about a great new game to play during the Wild Card Weekend (even if you're not a football fan)!  And so much more...  Special thanks to Autumn Collette Photography!

While Tim is away, Laura came across a great new job opportunity for all our listeners!   Yet upon closer inspection it might come with some drawbacks.   Today's In The Kitchen Tip brought to you by Kitchen Fair By Don's Building Center uses one particular ingredient (that Tim HATES) to make the fluffiest rice possible.  And MaryElin stumbled upon the CUTEST blind date trend and we're hoping it takes off in Minnesota, too!Plus so much more!

As Tim continues to enjoy the sunny beaches of Mexico, MaryElin joins Laura McKenna and DOES COMPLETE her listener assigned homework assignment from last night!   A+ for effort on that!   Plus, something that is actually totally free (with no hidden catch) that you may not have heard about yet!  And all these "old" songs and movies are making a comeback!

Laura introduces a new phenomena she calls the Chili Chain Reaction.   Does it happen to you?   We also suggest some great books, new TV series, and movies that we've watched (and some from our listeners, too)! Meanwhile, MaryElin fills in for Tim as he continues his vacay in Mexico with a class he's taking today (that sounds like MaryElin's Worst Nightmare!)

Tim is on the sunny beaches of Mexico so MaryElin joins Laura for some laughs!   Without Tim, they'll try their own hand at some dream analysis (which does not go well!).  They'll celebrate Bubble Bath Day (which will also not go well for one of them!)   And they ask the question:   "If you could have a lifetime supply of ______, what would it be?"  Plus so much more!

Tim & Laura ask the question "WHAT IS SOMETHING YOU'RE FORBIDDEN TO DO IN YOUR OWN HOME?" and the answers will have you laughing and thinking about what you're not allowed to do, too!   Plus, have you always wanted to take a college course on Taylor Swift (or even teach one?)- here's your chance!   And so many more moments that you won't want to miss.  It's all here!

You'll love all this random trivia that sticks in our brains!  Plus, Tim & Laura celebrate National Spaghetti Day with more noodles than you can probably handle!  Another In The Kitchen Tip (brought to you by Kitchen Fair by Don's Building Center) showcases Laura's Twist on Avocado Toast.    And the story that ALMOST didn't get told:   Which one of these goofballs was worried when the Ashley Madison Cheater Website got hacked years ago because they were afraid their log-in credentials would be shared with the world?   Whoa.......

On the latest show with Tim & Laura, both were shocked to find out that a really good actor was also hiding some pretty good vocals underneath that tough guy exterior!   Also included:  you've once again been summonsed to the Couch Jury, a great story about a brave little kitty saving her dog brother, and a must-have coffee table book from one of Laura's All-Time Favorite ladies.   Plus so much more- including why we've got a very hairy situation on our hands!

What did Tim and Laura do to ring in 2024 in epic proportion?   See if you did the same!   If you haven't made a New Years Resolution yet, we chat with our sports guy Todd about a Guinness World Record you can train to beat for next year.  Also, the most important question you'll "face" today- Which direction to you stand in the shower:  FACING AWAY from the showerhead or FACING TOWARD it?    And so much more!

Tim & Laura explore strange New Year's Eve food traditions from around the world and around the country.  Does MN even have one? What kind of things does your area eat?   Also, you'll never believe the amount that one business lady has amassed thanks to this popular beauty brand.   And even more than that, we finally have a tally on Laura's friend "Gift Card Sara" - just how much has she hung on to with her gift card hoarding?   HOLY $***!  Plus if you've ever wondered what Todd Bergeth's Nearly Naked Hooliganism would consist of- we have the answer!   And so much more...

So, you missed some of this today? Click to listen: Our listeners come through on ideas for the Minnesota Adventure Cards that didn't suggest anything in southwest Minnesota. Listen to get some ideas! Also today, the international wife carrying competition WILL be happening in June! We suggest some strategy. We have an episode of "Am I the Jerk?" a Jason Mraz song and story that leaves us both near tears, talk about resolutions, Amazon ads, Pierce Brosnan shenanigans in Yellowstone AND In The Kitchen...New Year beverage ideas!

Fruit cake day-a day to try to get rid of the fruit cake you were given? Looking at a list of the best books for 2023, Tim said a certain word in the title is "lazy." That goes for movies too. What is the word? One of the books was Prince Harry's "Spare." We took a little deep dive on British royalty after that one. Plus, a good news generator, resolutions, and shows to watch. Have a listen!

Hey, WE didn't make this up. It's National Whiners Day. We assume it's about not getting what you wanted for Christmas. We did have a gift show and tell today. Other topics today: you are urged to USE those gift cards, why did they original Exorcist movie come out at Christmas? Reports are that "Rescuing Christmas" (filmed in Duluth) is pretty bad, Mariah Carey sets another record, and a feel good story about a lost dog right here in Minnesota.

Laura's expert baker aunt swears something has changed with butter and it wrecked her cookies. Comment below if you agree. We had a local woman, Lisa Larsen Carlson on the show to talk about finding a vintage toy in a thrift store WITH HER PICTURE ON IT! Also, guess the most-Googled person of 2005 (listen to find out...and why), our last Christmas Gift idea that we have both actually purchased, a DMX AI Christmas song, and Jessica Simpson's Christmas gift from her BFF Kim Kardashian. She gave her a WHAT??

We're back after some technical difficulties kept us away from the podcast for a couple days. And it was a fun day! Hear about speculation that some might get preferential treatment on TikTok, HOW many guns were confiscated by TSA this year?? Laura shares another Christmas gift idea. It's a game, that led to our "Match Tim" contest. Finally, why you should sleep nude, and the In The Kitchen tip: how to keep Christmas cookies soft and fresh!

Laura thinks she knows the secret to winning tonight's big Powerball. AND, she's willing to share it! We learned on the podcast that today (December 18) is one of the top 5 days for engagements, we were "moved" by Gronk's National Anthem singing, we shared another gift idea that's great for readers, and a former American Idol got in trouble hosting her son's birthday part at an Airbnb. Click to listen! - Tim & Laura

"We have coupons so the value of the items we stole drops below felony level!" Not us, mind you. But you have to hear that story!  It did lead to a story of Tim's dad's fatherly advice when Tim got in trouble. We also talked about Pew Research's most striking findings of 2023, the history of ugly Christmas sweaters, and our Christmas gift idea of the day for that someone who likes it HOT!

What is the holiday song that cuts right to the feels? It's on the podcast today. :(  We had some fun imagining the plot of the newest Hallmark Christmas movies, we got to hear Cher's new Christmas song, today's Christmas gift idea worked for "In The Kitchen" too, and more. Click to listen and it would be such a gift to us if you clicked "subscribe!"