Podcast appearances and mentions of Karen Thomas

A new wedding trend sees couples selling extra seats at their tables to strangers!  Is it weird to pay to crash a fancy event?  Anna & Raven weigh the pros and cons!Anna and her daughter Hayden had a debate over the ownership of dinner leftovers!  Are the rules about leftover food ownership universal, or are they on a case-by-case basis?Etiquette expert Karen Thomas lends her expertise to the discussion about leftover food and who has dibs on them!Are you up to date on this week's biggest news stories?  Anna & Raven wonder if anyone can really afford to attend the World Cup, and if Taylor & Travis' wedding date is a smokescreen…Another very full weekend all around!  What happened that made you mad, sad, or glad? Anna, Raven and Producer Justin discuss which one of the three they were... the most.  Can the best and brightest graduates take down Raven to win gift cards toward their next scholastic adventure?  Mia takes him on in Valedictorians Beat Raven!How accurately can you predict what someone looks like based solely on their voice?  Raven was subjected to some pretty interesting interpretations of what he and Anna may look like!What are the laundry protocols in your home?  Is there a right and wrong way?  Anna confessed to not being a fastidious laundry-doer, and her husband Paul agreed.  Meanwhile, Raven thinks doing laundry can be soothing in the right circumstances, and the Office Squad is all over the place!Couples Court:  Lily's husband, Big Steve, is asking for his own bedroom. He says he's tired of not being able to watch TV in the bedroom at night, he doesn't like that she uses a noise machine to drown out his snores, and he says they have an empty guest room, so what's the difference?  Lily thinks that couples with separate bedrooms are destined for divorce - sleeping together is important and he must deal with it. It's not for medical reasons, so, he stays. Do you agree?Can't Beat Raven!  Gwen has a chance to win $2100 by beating Raven in pop culture trivia!

Etiquette expert Karen Thomas lends her expertise to the discussion about leftover food and who has dibs, and how long they can be reasonably expected to remain unclaimed!

10 group chat rules to live by. Anna was added to a 31 person group chat and is convinced she needs to send these rules because it is always. the. same. questions.  Tipping culture in 2026. It is out of control. Raven has a controversial tipping opinion, while Anna typically clicks whatever is in the middle of the screen.  What does your womb smell like? Apparently, toddlers can smell and sense their mother's womb. Anna's has a very specific smell. Probably the most original combination out there! What smells remind you of your parents? It's the season to worry about weather! Weddings, graduations, and a lot of rain. This high school graduation was washed out, but continued as normal in the rain. But when it gets moved inside and you only get 4 tickets... what side of the family do you invite?! Producer Sophia played (and won

Most psychiatric treatments for autism don't address what's actually happening underneath the diagnosis. They subdue. They don't repair.In this episode, I sit down with Karen Thomas of Naturally Recovering Autism to break down what stem cell therapy can actually do for children on the spectrum.Children with autism show impaired central nervous system circulation, active neuroinflammation on brain autopsy, and higher rates of autoimmune patterns in their families. Mesenchymal stem cells, MSCs, address all three at once. They stimulate angiogenesis to restore blood flow and oxygen to the brain, suppress pathological immune responses, reduce neuroinflammation, and secrete factors that activate the body's own local stem cells. I share a clinical case of a seven-year-old who went from diaper-bound and non-verbal to verbal, continent, and climbing stairs after a single IV treatment with birth-tissue-derived cells. We also get into why not all MSCs are created equal, why 200 million expanded cells overseas often underperform 20 million original cells, what the FDA's Section 361 actually means, and how I sourced and built the cell product used in my clinic through Chara Biologics.We close on why no stem cell protocol works in isolation. Diet, detox, nutrient status, and exercise are part of the protocol, not optional add-ons.If your child is on the spectrum, or you work with families who are, this is the mechanism and sourcing breakdown most parents never get.Joy talks about:00:00 What stem cell therapy actually is05:37 The three mechanisms underlying autism08:46 How MSCs restore oxygen to the brain10:54 From non-verbal and diaper-bound to talking and walking stairs16:25 Why your own bone marrow cells may not be the answer19:58 Are all MSCs created equal21:55 FDA Section 361 and what's legal in the US23:34 Why 200 million expanded cells underperform 20 million original27:39 Inside the sourcing and 89-question donor screening43:42 Why diet and detox decide whether stem cells workAdditional Resources✨ Listen to Naturally Recovering Autism with Karen Thomas: https://naturallyrecoveringautism.com/ ✨ Karen's free four-stage webinar for parents: https://naturallyrecoveringautism.com/freeworkshop Visit My Clinic: 

Defining and documenting pharmacist interventions beyond prescription revenue is essential to demonstrating the full value of pharmacy teams. Host Carolyn Liptak is joined by Dr. Karen Thomas from the University of Illinois Chicago and Dr. Thom Platt from UK Healthcare to share insights from a multi-system survey exploring how interventions are captured and used. They discuss the variability in current practices, the important role of both pharmacists and technicians, and the opportunity to better quantify clinical and operational impact to C-suite.  Guests:  Karen C. Thomas, PharmD, PhD, MBA Associate Director, Specialty and Infusion Pharmacies  University of Illinois Hospital and Health System   Thom Platt, PharmD, PhD, MBA ,BCPS Director of Specialty Pharmacy Services  UK HealthCare    Host:   Carolyn Liptak, MBA, BS Pharm Pharmacy Executive Director, Regulatory Compliance Vizient Center for Pharmacy Practice Excellence     Show Notes:  00:05 – Introduction Overview of VerifiedRx and the focus on pharmacy practice excellence. 00:14 – Episode Overview & Guest Introductions Host Carolyn Liptak introduces the topic: capturing the value of pharmacist interventions beyond prescription revenue. Guests: Dr. Karen Thomas, University of Illinois Chicago Dr. Thom Platt, UK Healthcare 00:57 – Health System Backgrounds UIC serves a diverse urban population with a strong Medicaid and Medicare presence UK Healthcare supports patients across Kentucky and surrounding states, including rural populations traveling long distances for specialty care 01:48 – What Sparked the Research Originated from a Vizient work group focused on outcomes and value Need for clearer frameworks to document and report pharmacist interventions Lack of standardized guidance from accrediting bodies and payers 02:56 – Survey Goals and Key Findings Explored how health systems define and document interventions Identified major variability in data collection and reporting Found alignment in defining clinical interventions, less consistency in non clinical ones Included responses from 24 health systems 04:21 – Broader Impact on Pharmacy Practice Reinforces the value of pharmacist contributions beyond revenue Highlights prevention of hospital visits and improved patient outcomes Emphasizes the need to better capture and communicate this value 05:38 – Applying the Research in Practice UIC developed a structured framework and documentation tool Supports initiatives like waste avoidance studies Aims to quantify cost savings from pharmacist interventions 06:49 – Relevance Beyond Specialty Pharmacy Concepts apply across all pharmacy settings Data can support staffing, funding, and program expansion decisions Helps communicate value to internal and external stakeholders 07:52 – Role of Pharmacy Technicians 96 percent of sites report technician involvement in non clinical interventions Examples include resolving medication access issues and addressing social barriers Technicians play a critical role in patient support and care coordination 09:58 – Future Opportunities Push toward standardizing intervention data collection Opportunity to reduce duplication of effort across health systems Goal to create scalable, shared frameworks 10:41 – Strategic Value of Intervention Data Supports conversations with leadership and external partners Demonstrates impact on outcomes like reduced ED visits and length of stay Strengthens partnerships with payers and manufacturers 11:34 – Additional Resources Study published in the Online Journal of Pharmacy Link available for listeners to explore further 12:03 – Closing Remarks Final thoughts and appreciation for guests Call to action: subscribe, share feedback, and stay engaged with VerifiedRx   Links and Resources: https://www.mdpi.com/2226-4787/13/6/172   Subscribe Today!  Apple Podcasts  Spotify  YouTube  RSS Feed     

Etiquette Expert Karen Thomas joins Anna and Raven to discuss... Manners! What happened to them? Are they a thing of the past? Anna says its time to bring em' back!

What chores do you do wrong?  It seems at one point or another, everyone has been told their way isn't good enough! Have you ever had a dumb family argument?  A low-grade squabble that gets members taking sides?  Anna & Raven hear all about some amusing conflicts! Do you ever ask your significant other permission to do something?  Anna and Raven find out the difference between what is just courteous and what requires a conversation!What special food did you serve at your wedding?  One groom demanded something special that seemed like a good idea at first, but got extremely sloppy later!Karen Thomas, Etiquette Expert, joins Anna and Raven to explain if the top-searched topic “Is it rude to ___?” results are actually rude!  You can find Karen at https://ctetiquette.com/. Anna and her friends recently experienced a situation where she was forced to bite her tongue to avoid laughter. Anna and Raven discuss the awkward interaction and hear several more!  What are your unique house rules?  Anna & Raven hear about how people operate behind closed doors, from the ordinary to the exotic!Sean and Flora live in an apartment building and the family that lives above them is very noisy. It's two young children with a single mom. Sean is so upset about it that he wants to file a complaint with the building. Flora says that they knew this was what they were signing up for when they agreed to apartment living, give the kids and the mom a break. What would you do?

Murses? Anna and Raven discuss the somewhat controversial accessory after Anna saw a fellow wedding guest wearing one the other day. Should men wear purses? I mean... they do in Italy? Raven and his wife Alicia have decided to take a big step in their relationship... hire a cleaning lady. Raven doesn't think anyone wants to clean his house, Alicia says they haven't even tried yet.  Anna and Raven discuss tips for this debacle!  Anna got her hands on another AI generator. One that turns text messages into a song! She exposes her 17-year-old daughters' messages, then... Ravens texts.  House parties may be out, but dinner parties are making their way back in! Etiquette expert, Karen Thomas, joins Anna and Raven to discuss dinner party courtesy and the best way to show up! Raven had a questionable experience with the worker at the bike shop the other day. He used a bunch of bike terms and seemed irritated when Raven wasn't picking up what he was putting down. What jobs have the snobbiest employees? It's National Bus Driver Appreciation Day! Thank you to all of the bus drivers who tune into the show during their ride, we admire all of you! Anna's daughter, Dakota leaves bus drivers a message. Bus drivers discuss their most memorable bus stories. Anna's daughter, Hayden, dropped a new slang word in the kitchen to Anna last night. First thing on her list, see if Raven knows it. Do you know what it means? Or are you UNC.  George and Cally were married a month ago and Cally is still furious that George's father and stepmother left after their first dance. When asked why they were leaving, he told them that they couldn't find anyone to take their dogs out, so they had to leave. She thinks it's so inconsiderate that they would leave their wedding at the start and not have a valid reason. They knew the wedding was happening for a year! She wants George to confront his father about it. George says that what's done is done, and they were at the church, you can't tell people how long to stay at a party. What do you think?   It's Redemption Week on Can't Beat Raven, all week it's the last five players that have tied Raven with five correct answers, their shot at redemption. Do you root for them because they're good and deserving of the cash, or do you root against them, so the jackpot gets higher for you?  Josh has a chance to win $3500! All he has to do is answer more pop culture questions than Raven in Can't Beat Raven! 

Karen Thomas - York Heritage Weekend 2026 The 2026 York Heritage Weekend in Western Australia runs from 25 to 27 April 2026, celebrating the town's history with themed events focused on "Change". Highlights include Penny Farthing bike rides, Mad Tatters Morris Dancers, a Greenhills bus tour, and a "VH-ANA Amana" crash memorial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What really changes when a consulting firm takes on private equity, and how should founders prepare for it?Karen Thomas-Bland shares practical insights from working across private equity-backed consulting firms, transformations, and integrations. She explains that the biggest shift post-investment is not capital, but discipline: more rigorous reporting, structured governance, and collective decision-making. Founders must adapt from autonomy to accountability, while also managing cultural transition as firms move from “family” environments to scalable businesses.The discussion explores the metrics that matter most in consulting firms, including client concentration, pipeline conversion, sales cycle length, and pricing discipline—often an underdeveloped lever in boutique firms. Karen also highlights the importance of sequencing value creation initiatives, focusing on a small number of priorities, and building operational infrastructure without over-scaling back-office costs.The episode also covers integration strategy, arguing that firms should “transform first, integrate second” to avoid compounding weaknesses. Finally, Karen outlines how leaders can build a strong market presence through focused, insight-led content, emphasizing clarity, consistency, and relevance over reach.In this episode you will learnWhy private equity introduces discipline, not just capitalThe key KPIs consulting firms should track before and after investmentHow to avoid common mistakes in pricing and margin managementWhy focusing on 2–3 priorities drives better value creation than long listsThe importance of transforming businesses before integrating acquisitionsHow to scale sales beyond the founder and embed a firm-wide sales mindsetPractical advice for building a credible and effective LinkedIn presenceFollow Karen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenthomas-bland Follow Joe on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/joeomahoney/Follow Joe on Twitter:https://twitter.com/joeomahoneyVisit Joe's Website:https://www.equitysherpa.comSend us Fan MailProf. Joe O'Mahoney helps boutique consultancies scale and exit.  Joe's research, writing, speaking and insights can be found at https://equitysherpa.com.

Raven decided he was going to start wearing a fedora. Anna was thrown off by this surprise when she walked into the studio this morning. He explains why he loves this new purchase and chat GPT explains what this means.  This mother-daughter duo was offered 26 million dollars for their land. They denied the offer since it has been in the family for ages . Anna thinks they are insane for making this decision. What would you do?  Etiquette expert Karen Thomas joins Anna and Raven to discuss text etiquette. With Text Madness still going on, we discussed the elite 8. Karen explains what is right and wrong in this scenario.  Does Chat GPT think you're dumb? 80% of people are afraid of it, but Anna is not one of those. However, is health advice a good thing to ask AI? What are we asking Chat GPT now? Anna is getting sweet revenge on her kids. Her 17-year-old, Hayden, is taking a plastic baby doll home for a school project. Anna wants her to get one that does not have an off button, since Hayden didnt have an off button when she was younger.  After Producer Sophia interviewed someone in her hometown bar that ended up being in a 3 year relationship with his 3rd cousin, the question rises... Would you date your cousin? Not first, not second, third. You share Great-great grandparents.  Tiger Woods flipped his car... again. He needs a driver, but also refuses that. The office squad give in their 2 cents, if they had a billion dollars, who would you hire?  Deep jaw release. Looks painful, is apparently very relieving. It is basically tension that has a lot of built-up stress. Raven is absolutely against this procedure. Anna wants to do it on herself.  Beth and her husband Steve are both in the medical field. Beth is a psychologist and would like to take two months off this summer to spend it with their children. Her husband is very much against it. He thinks that taking that much time off puts her practice in jeopardy, isn't fair to her patients, and could signify a loss of income for their family. Beth disagrees and says that she preaches about burn out and she needs to give herself the self-care. She doesn't think she'll lose patients and thinks it'll all be okay. Lauren has a chance to win $1,500! All she has to do is answer more pop culture questions than Raven in Can't Beat Raven! 

What's the dumbest reason that your spouse ever got mad at you?  Anna's husband gave her attitude all day over something that didn't even happen in real life!It feels good to complain every once in a while right?  Well according to one study, not only does it feel good but it's also good for you - but can you get it all out in 15 seconds?What poster did you have up in your room as a kid? After seeing a gift that her mother got for her daughter, Anna realized that kids today decorate their rooms very differently!14% of people cheat during card or board games! Anna's grandfather would cheat during games no matter who he was playing against!  Anna and Raven share the last time they cheated on something!Have you ever walked by a co-worker's laptop and seen something…strange? Anna walked by Raven's laptop and saw something she didn't expect!Karen Thomas, Etiquette Expert, joins Anna and Raven to explain if the top searched “Is it rude to ___?” things are actually rude! You can find Karen at https://ctetiquette.com/. Do you have a recurring dream? Anna has been having one about one of the biggest stars in the world...Tiffany and Patrick leased a car for their son when he turned 18 years ago, but Patrick feels strongly that they should not do the same for their daughter. Patrick says that she doesn't apply herself academically like her brother did, she has had several fender benders, and overall isn't as responsible as her brother was at that age. Tiffany disagrees, what you do for one child, you must do for both. She thinks that Patrick needs to understand that all children aren't the same, but they have to offer both the same perks. What do you think?Christina has a chance to win $2600! All he has to do is answer more pop culture questions than Raven in Can't Beat Raven!  

Intentional Movement: Navigating Spina Bifida, Finances & a Parent's Decline with Purpose - Dr. Gigi Sabbat & Karen Thomas Life doesn't pause when challenges arise — it asks us to move with intention. In this powerful and transparent conversation, Dr. Regeline “Gigi” Sabbat sits down with Karen Thomas to discuss what it truly means to live intentionally while navigating real-life complexities. From the realities of spina bifida, to financial literacy and stewardship, to the emotional weight of watching a parent decline — this episode explores resilience, responsibility, faith, and forward movement. This is a conversation about: • Mindset and belief shaping your future • Caring for loved ones with strength and boundaries • Financial awareness in seasons of uncertainty • Purpose-driven living in the face of adversity • Choosing movement instead of stagnation If you are a caregiver, a leader, a parent, a dreamer, or someone navigating life's unexpected turns — this episode is for you. Because intentional movement isn't about speed. It's about direction.

Etiquette expert Karen Thomas join Anna and Raven to discuss how to go about gifts this Valentines day, what NOT to do, and how to keep everyone happy!

Author Rachel Riggs ate chocolate every day for 6 years! She explains how the daily desert benefited her and opened her eyes on the culture of diet change! Check out her book: "In Good Health!"  HAPPY GALENTINES DAY! If you didn't know, February 13th is the day you leave your man and celebrate the girls. Anna has big plans with her gals. Raven supports. Who's your best friend? Pick em' news! You hear 3 stories headlines, Raven picks one. A bar confiscated a Benjamin Franklin fake ID, Party Balloon shot down after mistaken for cartel drone, Couple arrested after pickle ball brawl.  Without my spouse, I couldn't... Anna and Raven discuss the everyday tasks that CAN'T get done without hubby/wubby.  Every week Anna and Raven invite a middle school student to participate in Middle Schooler News! They report the headline news and Anna and Raven comment on it! This week Dak joins the show and Anna and Raven find out what's going on in the world! Etiquette expert Karen Thomas joins Anna and Raven is back to discuss how to go about gifts this Valentines Day, what NOT to do, and how to keep everyone happy! It's Mommy's Margarita Friday! For all you do, and all you put up with this week, you earned yourself a reward! What did you do for your Mommy Margarita?   For months, Frank has been telling his wife that he has been going to a great therapist for sports massages because he's an avid tennis player. Turns out that Alicia, Frank's wife, found out that the "incredible therapist" is actually a regular, very young, very pretty massage therapist at a local spa. She thinks he's been hiding this from her and wants him to switch to a male masseuse. What do you think? Patti has a chance to win $1700! All he has to do is answer more pop culture questions than Raven in Can't Beat Raven!  

Working on Sundays? Yay or nay? Anna and Raven discuss the pros and cons of clocking in during those “Sunday Scaries”. Verdict is, if you put in a few hours Sunday, your Monday may be little bit easier. Analog life and Analog Bag. How come no one looks out the windows anymore? Anna and Raven discuss what's in the Office Squads “analog bag”. More dream journals and pens and less ipads and headphones! Karen Thomas, an etiquette expert, informed Anna and Raven on “wedding etiquette” today. What to bring, what to leave home, and most importantly what you definitely should NOT do as a bride.  This strange new rule employers are implementing for their employees in the workplace is getting mixed reviews from... everyone? Will shoes off in the office really guarantee all of the benefits that studies show? Anna, Raven, Producer Justin, and Producer Sophia all put the theory to the test.  If you haven't yet, we are halfway through the busiest time to make a return. The first two weeks of January. At this point, hold onto those receipts and wait until the hustle and the bustle settle down. Anna and Raven discuss the most and least practical gifts. Anna has been roped into the world of sourdough since her daughter loves to bake. The process is more complex than expected. To make things even more complicated now she needs the most important part. The name. Anna and Raven sift through their options.  Ashely and Tim are having a baby soon. Tim's father (who was absent most of his life) has gotten in touch with him after learning he would be a grandfather and wants to be involved in the baby's life. Tim says no way. He wasn't there for him and doesn't deserve to know his grandchild. Ashley thinks differently though. She thinks he should give his dad the chance. Plus, it could be a good opportunity for free babysitting and a chance to have a relationship with his dad. Would you give the grandfather the opportunity if he had been an absent father?    Nick has a chance to win $1900! All he has to do is answer more pop culture questions than Raven in Can't Beat Raven!     

Have you ever wondered how nutrition might affect learning, focus, and regulation for a child with autism? In this episode, Jackie sits down with Karen Thomas, a craniosacral therapist and holistic health practitioner with more than 30 years of experience—and a mother of an adult son who was diagnosed with autism. Drawing on both professional training and personal experience, Karen shares insights into how health, nutrition, and the environment can influence learning, regulation, and overall well-being in children on the autism spectrum. Rather than offering quick fixes or one-size-fits-all answers, this conversation helps parents consider what may be affecting their child and how they can further help their child with autism.  Karen explains why so many children struggle in traditional learning environments, how sensory overload and biological stressors can interfere with focus and behavior, and why nutrition and gut health often play a bigger role than parents realize. You'll hear thoughtful discussion around: How learning environments impact children with sensory sensitivities Why picky eating is so common—and what it may be signaling The gut–brain connection and its influence on mood, focus, and sleep Why supporting health can make learning easier Flexible options like homeschooling, pods, and smaller learning environments This episode is for parents who want a better understanding of how nutrition can impact learning, focus, and overall well-being for children with autism.

Anna and Raven discover what seems to be a Spotify spoof-YOUBER 2025. All of Annas uber stats from the past year stuffed into one folder. Who really wants to see how much money they spent getting food delivered?  Chef Plum Gives all his insider tips and tricks for stepping up your ham game this Holiday season! Plum also reveals his secret for the absolute best and easiest glaze you can make in minutes.    Time magazine announced their 2025 person of the year, and the result is waving a bit of controversy. Anna and Raven discuss times person of the year, their own person of the year, and hear the office squad's person of the year!   It's back! Anna and Raven Santa Tipline! Santa needs to know who's naughty, and who's nice. Call and leave a message 24/7 and you may hear yourself on the air. Call 888-702-9646 to leave a message for the Big Guy!     Karen Thomas- etiquette expert is back for the Christmas season! Today she covers one of the most asked questions of the holiday season... What do I bring as a guest?  La-la-la! It's Dominick The Donkey! This fun and classic (and slightly polarizing) Christmas tune dates all the way back to 1960! Anna and Raven dig deep into the history of this hit and what really happened with those Italian Donkeys.   Every week Anna and Raven invite a middle school student to participate in Middle Schooler News! They report the headline news and Anna and Raven comment on it! This week Jalynn joins the show and Anna and Raven find out what's going on in the world!  It's Mommy's Margarita Friday!  For all you do, and all you put up with this week, you earned yourself a reward!  What did you do for your Mommy Margarita?        Nicole and Ryan would like to do some home improvements but are having a disagreement about how to fund the project. Ryan thinks that Nicole should sell some of the jewelry from her ex-husband. She never wears it out of respect for Ryan but it's beautiful pieces, she doesn't want to get rid of it. Ryan argues that it's an easy $20k worth of jewelry she never wears, and they don't have children to pass it on to, why hold onto it? What do you think?  Jeff has a chance to win $1600! All she has to do is answer more pop culture questions than Raven in Can't Beat Raven!  

Even though it's very traditional in Europe to have dinner at a later hour, Anna & Raven make their cases for eating much earlier in the day! We're getting closer, and now the Anna and Raven Santa Tipline is really jumping!  Santa needs to know who's been naughty, and who's been nice!  Call and leave a message 24/7 and you may hear yourself on the air. Call 888-702-9646 to leave a message for the Big Guy! George Clooney recently stated that he never fights with his wife Amal.  Anna & Raven discuss their recent “disagreements” with their significant others, and hear about other differences of opinion. Anna is very excited to use her bread machine to make holiday gifts, and Emmy-nominated Chef Plum shares his thoughts and tips on gifting homemade food to her and Raven! Just in time for the Festival of Lights, today's Unwrapped with Anna & Raven is The Hanukkah Song! There may be a thing or two (or eight) you didn't know about this Holiday Classic!  Etiquette expert Karen Thomas joins Anna & Raven to discuss a very delicate seasonal situation: the rules of regifting! Are you up to date on this week's biggest stories?! Anna and Raven will get you caught up on the trending news! Couples Court:  David wants to host a New Years Eve party this year complete with all his college friends and their families. His wife, Erica, hates his buddies, because when they all get together, they act like they're 22 again, get super drunk, and then it's basically the wives cooking, cleaning, and trying to convince them it's time to leave because the kids are half asleep on the couch. She says this is even worse because it'll be such a late night. Erica says the only way she'll agree is if he only invites three of his friends, the ones she likes. He says absolutely not, it's all eight of the guys plus their families. She says hard no. Is she being a scrooge? Siobhan has a chance to win $1200!  All she has to do is answer more pop culture questions than Raven in Can't Beat Raven!

Anna exclaims her shock when her husband “gifted” her these yesterday. Raven admits he has in fact gifted his wife these as well. The two discuss gifts you should NOT buy for your significant other... or anyone.   Unsure who you really should be sliding a tip to this Holiday season? Etiquette expert: Karen Thomas breaks down all the details on who you should be tipping... and how much!   Ding Dong Ditchers: Christmas Edition? Holiday Headlines today covers the group of 10-year-old boys in Scotland who took it into their own hands to Carol around their neighborhood. They sound so cute, you can't even be mad!   Anna & Raven discuss your “Oh no, I am getting old” moments. Injured backs from a sneeze to Anna's complaints in a restaurant. There really are no boundaries here when aging!   It's back! Anna and Raven Santa Tipline! Santa needs to know who's naughty, and who's nice. Call and leave a message 24/7 and you may hear yourself on the air. Call 888-702-9646 to leave a message for the Big Guy!     You get a Figgy pudding! You get a Figgy pudding! But do you really want it? Anna and Raven discuss the foods some people love but other people, not so much.   Its Christmas Songs Unwrapped! Anna and Raven unwrap Christmas Shoes, the popular Christmas tune that actually has quite a somber meaning.  Tyler and Sylvia recently adopted a puppy, and their cat hates him. She has clawed his snout twice, ripped up his bed, and hisses anytime the puppy is around. Tyler has always hated cats and hates this one. The cat has gone to the bathroom on his pillow and tried to claw him many times too. His now wife, Sylvia, had the cat before they started dating and he thinks this is the perfect opportunity to bring the cat to a shelter. She says that they both stay and they will learn how to live in harmony… eventually. What do you think?  Tom has a chance to win $900! All he has to do is answer more pop culture questions than Raven in Can't Beat Raven!   

Etiquette Expert Karen Thomas joins Anna and Raven to prepare for Halloween night, which is on a Friday this year! You can find Karen at https://ctetiquette.com/

Karen Thomas, Etiquette Expert, explains how to create a guest list for a wedding! If you are in the planning stages of a wedding, you will want to listen to this! You can find Karen at https://ctetiquette.com/   

The Merriam-Webster dictionary added 5,000 words! Anna and Raven run through this list; have you ever heard this? Are you up to date on this week's biggest news story? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on the trending news including Bad Bunny is announced as the Super Bowl Performer, Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco's wedding, and the Ryder Cup finalist! The Anna and Raven Roadshow is back! Expert appraiser, Ryan Brechlin from Good Bottle Auctions will be appraising items from Producer Julie, Tammy and Joy! Some of these items are worth way more than what you thought! Last week we talked about reoccurring dreams, so Anna and Raven invited dream expert, and author, Lauri Lowenberg to interpret their dreams and teaches you had to understand your dreams! You can find Lauri at https://www.lauriloewenberg.com/ or on social media @Lauri_TheDreamExpert. Raven's son is getting married, and they are working on the guest list! Anna and Raven speak to Raven's wife Alicia about who is getting invited and who isn't! Karen Thomas, Etiquette Expert, explains how to create a guest list for a wedding! If you are in the planning stages of a wedding, you will want to listen to this! You can find Karen at https://ctetiquette.com/ It's someone's job to name candles that you find in the store! Anna bought four fall scented candles and Raven tries to guess the name based on the scent! A long-time female friend of Ed texted him after a rough night at the bar and she has nobody else to turn to in order for her to get a ride home safely. When Ed explained the situation to his wife, Jacklyn, she said that he couldn't go and help the woman. Jacklyn said she could take an Uber home, there's no reason for him to go pick her up. Then he left and gave his friend a ride. Was he wrong? Mary Ann has a chance to win $500! All she has to do is answer more pop culture questions than Raven in Can't Beat Raven!

Etiquette Expert, Karen Thomas joins Anna and Raven in the studio with her new game, The Etiquette Game, that will help teach everyone about basic etiquette! Anna and Raven play the game! You can find Karen at https://ctetiquette.com/

No one is going to get anything done at work today and it's all because of Fat Bear Week! Find out what this is and how you can vote on the fattest bear! Etiquette Expert, Karen Thomas joins Anna and Raven in the studio with a new game that will help teach everyone about basic etiquette! Anna and Raven play the game! You can find Karen at https://ctetiquette.com/ What do you need to have for the best shower? Raven had the best shower in the woods; Anna has preference for what it takes to have the best shower! Find out what the Office Squad thinks! The French president Emmanuel Macron got stuck in NYC traffic that was caused by President Trump. Anna and Raven go through their phones to see whose phone number they have! Anna and Raven's Boss told them about an acronym that his daughter used when texting! Producer Julie quizzes Anna and Raven on the different acronym to use when texting! Anna and Raven speak with Naomi Boak, Communications Specialist with the Katmai Conservancy about what Fat Bear Week is and how you can get involved! You can meet the bears https://explore.org/meet-the-bears  and vote here https://www.explore.org/fat-bear-week The average person has between 5-15 gift bags in their home! Anna, Raven, and Producer Julie count the gift bags they have in their home! Find out who has the most! Yesterday, Anna said that she could kick a field goal! Anna, Raven, Producer Julie, and Producer Justin went to a football field! Some of them surprised the team, while others went home with a broken toenail! Raven was the world's worst husband for leaving his wife at home while she was sick? He chose to go man camping! Anna doesn't think he was wrong, what do you think? Trisha and Simon are getting married. He doesn't like his last name and wants to take hers. She thinks it's not traditional. She always dreamed of taking her future husband's last name. Not to mention, his mother will freak out when she finds out her only son is not continuing the family name. He thinks it's 2025. What's the problem with being original? No one can even say their last name. They're future kids better off with the name "Lee" rather than "Bieri" What do you think?  Amber, Sawyer, and Carver have a chance to win $200! All they have to do is answer more pop culture questions than Raven in Can't Beat Raven!

Etiquette expert, Karen Thomas, joins Anna and Raven to explain who should ask for permission when it comes to opening up another person's fridge! You can find Karen at http://ctetiquette.com/ ! Photo Credit: Karen Thomas

You know when one person replies to everyone on the email chain! ChatGPT has the times when you should and should reply to everyone!  Lots of space news is happening! Raven now thinks that Aliens are real and why there may be life on Mars! Hellfire missiles are not supposed to bounce off of UFOs. The NFL is back and lots of women are posting on TikTok that it makes them fall asleep! Anna, Raven, and Producer Julie talk about the sound that makes them fall asleep! Buffets are closing everywhere and it's because of GenZ! Raven loves buffets more than anyone so he tries to prove why they are the best and Producer Julie disagrees! Can you walk up to someone's fridge and open it? Raven thinks it's super weird but Anna doesn't see a huge issue with it! Producer Julie asks the Office Squad what they think? Etiquette expert, Karen Thomas, joins Anna and Raven to explain who should ask for permission when it comes to opening up another person's fridge! You can find Karen on http://ctetiquette.com/ ! Anna was approached by a man at the gas station, and he told her she was a beautiful princess. Raven and Anna call her husband Paul to tell him! The US Naturalization Test is getting harder! Anna asks Raven and Producer Julie questions from the test and now they have to write essays about their favorite Founding Father! Jamie Lee Curtis said she only asked one celebrity for an autograph… Urkel. Who was the most “not that famous” person you met? Horace thinks that in order to teach his daughter about independence, she should pack her own school lunch. She's 7 years old. He thinks that he's been reading about how to make children more accountable and there's no reason why they should continue to make it for her- His wife, Clara, argues she's 7, she's just going to put junk in there. He thinks that it's good and if that's what she puts in there because she'll learn and make observations from what others think and how she feels. Clara thinks she's way too young for this experiment. Bill and Bill have a chance to win $5700! All they have to do is answer more pop culture questions than Raven in Can't Beat Raven! 

Karen Thomas, Etiquette Expert, joins Anna and Raven to explain if the top searched “Is it rude to ___?” things are actually rude! You can find Karen at https://ctetiquette.com/.  Photo Credit: Karen Thomas

There's a hack on how to cool down your car during the summertime and a math professor shared it on social media and it's called “bulk flow.” Raven cools down his car with recycled air! Anna and Raven ask Producer Julie to explain what the GenZ stare is! They say that she gives it at work. Have you ever received it? Over 50% of adults that went to summer camp as a kid say that's where they had their first kiss. Was your first kiss at camp, if not, what happened? Are you up to date on this week's biggest news story? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on the trending news including how Beyoncé's unreleased music stolen, and UNO comes to casinos! It's the 25th anniversary of the Thong Song, but now over 70% of women opt for this leisure underwear… and Anna wrote an AI song about it. “Is it rude to ___” has been searched more than ever this year on Google! But find out what the top searches in the past week are! Anna asks Raven if he thinks these things are rude!  Karen Thomas, Etiquette Expert, joins Anna and Raven to explain if the top searched “Is it rude to ___?” things are actually rude! You can find Karen at https://ctetiquette.com/.  Anna's six-year-old has sunburn and now it's peeling but keeps saying that her leg is falling off! Anna and Raven ask you for your best sunburn remedies! Cassidy and Noah are having a disagreement. Cassidy's mother is dating a new guy; they've been together a couple of months. The man has instructed their four-year-old son to call him “Grandpa”. Cassidy thinks is just another one of mom's boyfriends who will come in and out of the picture and he doesn't deserve that title. Noah says who cares, just let their son call him that and if they break up, their son won't understand or care. Is it a big deal?  Debbie and Derek have a chance to win $2100! All they have to do is answer more pop culture questions than Raven in Can't Beat Raven! 

Etiquette Expert, Karen Thomas, joins Anna and Raven to share the proper etiquette for an Easter Egg Hunt! You can find her on http://ctetiquette.com/ ! 

Anna and Raven continue the conversation on what are the jobs that require a high tolerance for being yelled at! There is a shortage of cousins because people have less children and families are smaller! Anna has 32 first cousins and she and Raven compare the pros and cons of having 32 cousins! There's a viral video from a teenager about how to sneak their phone in their room at night! Anna and Raven want to know what your policy is with phones in your house at night! Anna and Raven talk about the phone battery percentage that they start to panic at! Producer Julie asked The Office Squad what percentage they start to worry about their phone dying! Anna lists three news stories that seem almost out of this world, and Raven can only pick and hear about one! Are you up to date on this week's biggest news story? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on the trending news stories including the Swedish show on the great moose migration! Etiquette Expert, Karen Thomas, joins Anna and Raven to share the proper etiquette for an Easter Egg Hunt! You can find her on http://ctetiquette.com/ !  Anna and Raven talk about the worst piece of dating advice given by family and friends! Producer Julie asks the Office Squad what the worst piece of dating advice is that they have been given! Liz and Tony have been dating for five years and have decided to buy a home. Tony's mom is a former Realtor and shows up to all the showings and open houses with them. Liz would like Tony to tell his mother that she's not buying a home, they are, so please stop giving advice at every showing, and stop showing up. He says that it's helpful to have her there, they don't know what they're looking for and she's a professional. What do you think? Carol and Don have a chance to win $1700! All they have to do is answer more pop culture questions than Raven in Can't Beat Raven!

Karen Thomas - President York Business Association The York Heritage Weekend in 2025 will be held from Friday, April 25th to Sunday, April 27th. The festival will kick off on Anzac Day with a family concert, followed by various events throughout the weekend, including exhibits, talks, and activities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In March 2025, I am so fortunate  and honored to welcome some of the members of the Transracial Journeys Community, Co-Directors Mary Halm and Karen Thomas. We dive into this idea of luck in adoption and the blessings and burdens that come along with this experience. We also hear from one of the Board of Directors of TRJ, and adoptive parent, Michelle Daray. There are so many incredible gems in this one! For any member of the adoption community, this is a must listen episode.

Renowned cardiologist and epidemiologist, Dr. Peter McCullough, known for his groundbreaking post COVID protocol sits down with Karen Thomas, a leading expert in natural autism recovery for an insightful discussion on autism causes, triggers, and solutions. In this exclusive podcast episode, #214,  I have the honor of being joined by world-renowned cardiologist, Dr. Peter McCullough. Together, we explore the many factors that contribute to autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and share practical solutions for parents and caregivers seeking to improve the lives of their children.  First answering the question: What is autism? Then, what are the multifaceted causes of autism? Autism is a condition that has seen a dramatic rise in diagnoses over the past few decades. With 1 in 33 children diagnosed today…the question we ask, and answer, is why? While genetics play a role, research increasingly points to environmental factors as key contributors. Dr. McCullough and Karen Thomas discuss several underlying causes and triggers, including:.. Click Here or Click the link below for more details! https://naturallyrecoveringautism.com/214

The McCullough Report with Dr. Peter McCullough – Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) rates have surged, with higher identification among Black and Hispanic children. Karen Thomas, a Craniosacral Therapist, shares her natural, four-stage recovery process for autism. Explore the link between ASD and the gut microbiome, plus key insights on environmental and immunologic factors. Watch her free webinar to learn more!

The McCullough Report with Dr. Peter McCullough – Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) rates have surged, with higher identification among Black and Hispanic children. Karen Thomas, a Craniosacral Therapist, shares her natural, four-stage recovery process for autism. Explore the link between ASD and the gut microbiome, plus key insights on environmental and immunologic factors. Watch her free webinar to learn more!

Anna and Raven finally have an answer for age old question of who talks more: Men or Women! But find out if speaking is decreasing in general! Emotionally immaturity is easy to detect! Anna and Raven react to the top phrases that people say when they are emotionally immature! Are you up to date on this week's biggest news story? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on the trending news stories including Cristiano Ronaldo's statue in Times Square! Anna, Raven, Producer Julie, and Producer Justin share who they think should get a statue! Super Bowl parties come with rules! Anna and Raven share that rules that are in their house for the Super Bowl party! Anna and Raven speak with Karen Thomas to find out what the proper etiquette is for a Super Bowl party! She breaks down the things you should know before going! You can find Karen Thomas at https://ctetiquette.com/ Anna lists three news stories that seem almost out of this world, and Raven can only pick and hear about one! Anna is still on a mission to unclog her daughter's ear and wants to know if the olive oil will work! Dr. Clare McKegney MSN, BSN DNP, CPNP, joins Anna and Raven to confirm what hacks will work! Anna and her husband went to a dinner party and were required to wear slippers! She wants to know if you think this is smart, weird, or cool! Comment your thoughts on the Instagram video @AnnaAndRaven! Allison quit her job, just walked in, and quit her job. She was sick of it; felt underappreciated and underpaid and last Thursday she went in and gave her two weeks' notice. She didn't tell her husband she was doing it, she just did it. Now, Rich is livid, they needed that income, and he thinks she should go in and ask for her job back, say she made a mistake- He thinks she should find a new job before she leaves her current one. She says she's mentally had enough and doesn't want to go back in to ask for her job back. What do you think? Gina has a chance to win $6800! All she has to do is answer more pop culture questions than Raven in Can't Beat Raven!

Anna and Raven speak with Karen Thomas to find out what the proper etiquette is for a Super Bowl party! She breaks down the things you should know before going! You can find Karen Thomas at https://ctetiquette.com/

Anna and Raven both have new neighbors in their respective neighborhoods! Is this not a thing that people typically do anymore? Karen Thomas joins the show to share what common etiquette is when it comes to having new neighbors! It might be easier than you thought! You can find Karen on her website https://ctetiquette.com/ Photo Credit: Karen Thomas

Anna just booked a themed AirBnb! AirBnB's with a theme are more popular than ever and it seems that there can be a theme for every place you stay! Find out where Anna, Raven, and Producer Justin have stayed and what the theme was! Are you up to date on this week's biggest news stories? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on the current trends including how President Elect Trump wants to make geographical changes that no one knew he could make! Anna and Raven are back with more Vanity Plates after the overwhelming number of calls yesterday! Some of them are clever, but nothing is as funny as the one a listener saw on a Telsa Cyber Truck! Find out! There was a raffle at the show's company holiday party! There was a prize that Raven's wife, Alicia, really wanted! But he doesn't feel like it's worth the money if she doesn't even do the activity! Sesame Street may be out of a job since HBO decided to not renew with the show! Anna and Raven are going to suggest some side hustles for the characters! Do you agree with what they suggest for Elmo? Anna and Raven both have new neighbors in their respective neighborhoods! Is this not a thing that people typically do anymore? Karen Thomas joins the show to share what common etiquette is when it comes to having new neighbors! It might be easier than you thought! You can find Karen on her website https://ctetiquette.com/ Anna and Raven want to know what you are not bringing into 2025! Producer Julie and Producer Justin join them to share the things they are not doing in 2025! Find out who is done buying books! Tom and Erin's 8-year-old son want his video game system in his bedroom. Erin thinks he's too young for this. He already has a TV in his room. Tom doesn't see the big deal; he had one at that age and he turned out fine. What's the harm? What do you think? John, Christine, and Jocelyn have a chance to win $4700! All they have to do is answer more pop culture questions than Raven in Can't Beat Raven!

Send us a textDr. Karen Thomas Brown is the Dean of Washington State University's College of Education. In an insightful conversation with Chino Y Chicano host Enrique Cerna, Dr. Thomas Brown says DEI is not dead, but under political attack. She says the demonization of DEI has gained traction because of a targeted campaign by conservative lawmakers and activists, and a lack of public understanding that DEI not just about race or gender, but opportunity, access and belonging. Read: https://www.mapresearch.org/2024-dei-report "Dismantling DEI: A Coordinated Attack on American Values"https://www.forbes.com/sites/conormurray/2025/01/07/these-companies-have-rolled-back-dei-policies-mcdonalds-is-latest-to-abandon-diversity-standards/https://www.chronicle.com/package/the-assault-on-dei Chronicle of Higher Education https://www.courts.wa.gov/appellate_trial_courts/supreme/bios/?fa=scbios.display_file&fileID=gonzalezRead: https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/obituaries/chinatown-international-district-activist-matt-chan-dead-at-71/Hear Rick Shenkman on the BBC Radio Program Sideways:https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001xdg0Read: https://www.thedailybeast.com/i-stuck-with-nixon-heres-why-science-said-i-did-itRead: https://www.washcog.org/in-the-news/your-right-to-knowRead: https://www.seattletimes.com/opinion/the-legislatures-sunshine-committee-has-fallen-into-darkness/Read: https://www.cascadiadaily.com/2024/feb/29/weakening-of-state-public-records-act-affects-your-right-to-know-every-day/Read: https://www.futuromediagroup.org/suave-pulitzer-prize/Read: https://pulitzercenter.org/people/maria-hinojosaRead: https://murrow.wsu.edu/symposium/the-edward-r-murrow-achievement-award/Read: https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/sinclair-nixes-univision-affiliation-ending-local-spanish-broadcasts/...

Karen Thomas, Etiquette Expert, comes onto the show to share the best practices for handling the holidays with Anna and Raven! Find her at karenthomasct.com!

We have all seen some weird stuff in the parking lot, but have you ever seen these things? Anna and Raven have seen a lot of floss, but this item in a parking lot confuses Raven! Chef Plum checked in with Anna and Raven to share the best way to make a ham less boring! Listen if you want to spruce up your Christmas dinner! Check out his podcast Plumluvfoods wherever you listen to podcasts! Hot Wheels are the number one gift that children are hoping to find under the tree this Christmas! Anna, Raven, Producer Julie and Producer Julie share the gift that they will never forget! The Anna and Raven Santa Tipline is back, call 877-881-7440 and leave a message so we can share with Santa! Are you Christmas Smart! Producer Julie went around the office and did Trivia with Melissa, Richard, and Allan! Do you know where Eggnog originated? One more day before until the Anna and Raven Orchestra performs live on the radio! Anna and Raven did a check-in to see how the performers are preparing!  Karen Thomas, Etiquette Expert, comes onto the show to share the best practices for handling the holidays with Anna and Raven! Find her at karenthomasct.com! Emilia is tired of buying gifts for the holiday and has decided it's going to be a “Gift Card Christmas”. There are 14 people she needs to buy for and it's just so much easier, and it's what people really want. Her husband, Peter, very much disagrees. He says he thinks he'll family will be offended with just gift cards because they're thoughtful givers. What do you think? Has “Gift Card Christmas” become the norm? Redemption Week continues! Fran and Dave have a chance to win $4000 and to redeem themselves in the Tied for Five series!

Karen Thomas, Etiquette Expert https://ctetiquette.com/, explains what to do when politics takes over the conversation at the Thanksgiving table!

Thanksgiving doesn't have to be stressful, especially if you are hosting! Anna and Raven share the top ways to make the holiday a little more enjoyable and less overwhelming!  Anna and Raven run through the unspoken rules of Thanksgiving, who knew you had to tell people not to lower the hosts thermostat! Chef Plum is back in the studio and this time he brought tips on how to make the best Thanksgiving turkey! If you want to make the best turkey, you will want to hear this! Are you up to date on this week's biggest news stories? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on the current trends including Wicked and Gladiator I's big weekend at the Box Office and a real life Treasure Hunt made by John's Collins-Black! The Anna and Raven Roadshow is back! Ryan Brechlin from Nest Egg Auction will be appraising items from Jilyn and Danielle! Some of these items are worth way more than what you thought! Anna is celebrating the 21st anniversary of her engagement, but 39% of people don't like their proposal just like Raven and his wife! Proposal Photographer, Diana, shares the secrets of what it is like to capture a proposal! But you'll never guess what her day to day looks like! You can book a session with her at her website https://www.studiodnyc.com/proposals!  Today is the last day you can cancel your Thanksgiving plans! Wrong answers only, why can't you attend your scheduled Thanksgiving plans! Karen Thomas, Etiquette Expert https://ctetiquette.com/, explains what to do when politics takes over the conversation at the Thanksgiving table! Charles' mother is coming over for Thanksgiving and it's the first time they're hosting. She wasn't happy that they asked to take over the holiday so they could have both families together now that they have a child. (Charles and Alexa's baby is nine months old) Alexa asked her for her sweet potato recipe and her stuffing recipe so that she could keep that tradition going and honor her mother-in-law. Everyone loves her cooking, and she said no. She said it was up to her to make her own dishes to start new traditions. She wants her husband to ask her for the recipes again and explain that she wants to honor her, not just rip off her recipes.  He says that his mom is being emotional and irrational. He's not getting involved. He could care less if she bought the sweet potatoes and stuffing, he's not asking her for the recipes again. Athena has a chance to win $2400! All she has to do is answer more pop culture questions than Raven in Can't Beat Raven!

Karen Thomas, Etiquette Expert, joins Anna and Chef Plum to share tips on how to be considerate of others this election season, especially when going to vote! Listen to this before picking out your outfit to go to the polls in!

Anna saw a post about American's favorite sandwiches so her and Chef Plum break down the top sandwiches, but the American #1 might shock you! What is the right way to grocery shop? Chef Plum creates a road map for your next grocery run! Anna and Raven's Roadshow is back! Listen to find out how you can submit your antique items and, if selected, find out how much they are worth! Are you up to date on this week's biggest news stories? Anna and Chef Plum will get you caught up on the current trends including Tom Hank's admittance to his struggle with parenting! Chef Plum works has a personal chef and has to sign an NDA to work for them! Learn what the life of a private chef is like, including his skill of making a meal out of those random ingredients in your fridge! Lenny and Emily are at odds about whether Lenny should follow his dreams and open his own neighborhood restaurant. His grandfather had a place, his brother has a place, and he's ready to give up his job in manufacturing to do it too. Emily is not happy about it, it's volatile, they have two young children, and the risk is too great. What do you think? Karen Thomas, Etiquette Expert, joins Anna and Chef Plum to share tips on how to be considerate of others this election season, especially when going to vote! Listen to this before picking out your outfit to go to the polls in! Anna's daughter ate an “eating flower” the other day, Chef Plum confirms it was edible, but it wasn't a dandelion! Jeff has the chance to win a Target gift card, all he has to do is guess what words Chef Plum is describing! See if he can win! Have you heard of Jarlic? Chef Plum hates it! But he suggests an alternative, you will want to know what it is before you make Garlic Bread again! Anna and Chef Plum meet with Dr. Gary Rose, Sacred Heart University Professor and Scholar in Residence, to discuss the current election process! 

Do you say “Congratulations” when you hear someone got engaged? Anna saw a video that says you shouldn't. Find out what Etiquette Expert Karen Thomas thinks!

Have you ever been shaken down by your kid's school for a fund-raiser? Anna has ine daughter in elementary school and one in high school and the number of fundraisers are making her go broke! Would you ever want to have your own personal robot servant? Elon Musk is making it a possibility, but Anna isn't sold on the idea… When you break up with someone, is it your responsibility to return the gifts they gave you? Anna found a list of the top 3 things you can keep after a break-up, but she's curious what etiquette expert Karen Thomas has to say as well! Are you up to date on this week's biggest news stories? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on what's trending, including the most famous fans in the world! This is the time of year when kids bring all kinds of gross diseases home from school, and this year is no exception! After seeing a rumor on the parent social media pages, Anna's worst fear has been confirmed! How well do you know your planets? NASA has sent a vessel to one of Jupiter's moons, so Anna decided to test out Raven's planetary knowledge! Have you had the new Big Mac Chicken sandwich? The controversial new menu item has been going viral on social media, so Raven has graciously volunteered to try one! Claire and Larry have been engaged for two years and live together. Larry's mother moved in “temporarily” last year and has never left. Claire wants her to either help pay rent, or move out, it's been a year! Plus, she has a job now. Larry doesn't think it's right. It's his mom, she's lonely, and she doesn't bother them, what's the big deal? What do you think? Brooke has got a shot at $200! All she has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia!

Before the current season started airing, Timey Wimey Chat's own Karen Thomas sat down for an interview with Doctor Who writer Keith Temple. He is probably most well-known for writing the Series 4 episode, "Planet of the Ood." Enjoy this bonus episode! EMAIL: SPARCPODCAST@GMAIL.COMTWITTER: https://twitter.com/SourcePagesCastINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thesourcepagespodcast/FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/SPARCPODCASTSPaRC's Podcast Buddies:Across the Bifrost: The Mighty Thor - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/across-the-bifrost-the-mighty-thor-podcast/id1572200841Dan and Ian Have Questions - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dan-and-ian-have-questions-podcast/id1587402809Commute: The Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/commute-the-podcast/id1552657624Segabits - https://segabits.com/Apollo City Comics - https://www.instagram.com/apollocitycomicspodcast/?hl=enMachtails From the Cantina - https://www.facebook.com/machtailsfromthecantina/Rebel Force Radio Presents "The Babu Freaks" - https://www.rebelforceradio.com/shows/category/BaJacked Kirby - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jacked-kirby/id1248146026Star Wars YOU-niverse - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/star-wars-you-niverse-podcast/id1704904756