Tuesday, June 30, 2009

Tuesday 6/30 Live Blog

So long June....but hellooooooooo Winnie!

Yes, Danica McKellar stole our hearts as Winnie Cooper on The Wonder Years, but now she's an author. We can respect that. She's also married. That's where the confusion comes in. Wasn't there an unspoken agreement that if things didn't work out with Kevin, we'd be next in line?!? Hmmmm. Well anyway, pick up Danica's new book, Kiss My Math or her previous bestseller, Math Doesn't Suck.

Health and safety expert Debra Holtzman gave us tips on safe summer fun for kids & families. For more, visit Debra online or go to http://www.nexcare.com/.

K107.1 staff numerologist Tania Gabrielle took a look at how the numbers played a part in all of these recent celebrity deaths. Tania has a free e-Book now available just for our listeners.

Monday, June 29, 2009

Monday 6/29 Live Blog

Even with celebrities dropping like flies last week, you decide to take Billy Mays too?!? Not cool.

Katherine Kellgren stopped by to help us celebrate the final few days of National Audio Book Month. A great way to catch up on the classics for kids and adults.

Looking for hot buys this summer? Savvy shopping was discussed with online shopping expert Karen Bard. Great deals are at your fingertips, it's just a matter of where to look.

Author of The Starter Wife, Gigi Levangie Grazer is back with her new novel, Queen Takes King. Find Gigi online and the book now in stores.

Thursday, June 25, 2009

Thursday 6/25 Live Blog

Country USA, Day 2: Watch out for THIS guy....

We got a heavy dose of Weekend Buzz with our friend Sheila from The Paine Art Center, and that was followed by a heavy dose of seafood from our pal Brian Carter at Fond du Lac Seafood.

Our second winner was crowned in the Attitude Sports Hot or Not? Congrats to Ethan Rhodes for winning the very stylish Oakley Livestrong Flak Jacket sunglasses.

Pop culture historian Chris Epting gave us a look at the history of the ice cream sundae. Did you know its' birthplace is none other than Two Rivers, Wisconsin? Click here for more details.

Wednesday, June 24, 2009

Wednesday 6/24 Live Blog

Welcome to the sultry South Valley, Ms. Swift.

Dr. Isabel Blumberg gave us tips on how pregnant women can survive the summer. A very timely topic since that portal to Hades opened yesterday.

How do you offer comfort and support to those that are grieving? Authors Zita Christian and Paula Scardamalia give advice in their new book, 101 Ways You Can Help.

Our wedding & bridal expert Sharon Naylor stopped by to talk summer fashion for wedding guests. What to wear during these hot, humid months when a tank top or tube top would be considered taboo?

The Oshkosh Public Museum unveils a new exhibit this Saturday, The Era of Public Enemies: A Wave of Crime in a Troubled Time. Megan Del Debbio gave us an early peek at the fun.

Tony Meade made a rare Wednesday appearance in honor of the new Transformers movie opening today. Also opening this week is My Sister's Keeper starring Cameron Diaz. Find a full listing of movies and showtimes at k107.com.

Tuesday, June 23, 2009

Tuesday 6/23 Live Blog

Sultry.

Nick 'n Willy's New Release Tuesday returned with a few highlights in the DVD rack. Confessions of a Shopaholic and Pink Panther 2 are in stores, as are a new album from Journey and a John Mellencamp live album.

Shopping expert Hillary Mendelsohn told us how to maximize our fun on a tight budget this summer. Find tips and tricks for families at Hillary's website. Or check out http://www.bookmooch.com/, http://www.swapadvd.com/, or http://www.gamestop.com/.

The 9th Annual Men Who Cook for Christine Ann happens this Saturday night at UW-O. Julie Fevola from Christine Ann gave us all the details on tickets, which are still available at 920-729-5727.

Vice-President of Entertainment at Summerfest, Bob Babisch, made his annual visit to run through the line-up at this year's big gig. Great ticket deals still available for the festivities that start this Thursday.

Monday, June 22, 2009

Monday 6/22 Live Blog

Another Monday morning has arrived and we thank our lucky stars that the Father's Day hangover isn't nearly as bad as the Mother's Day hangover. Thanks pops!

Joey T in da hauz filling in for Mary this morning. We took the wraps off another K107.1 Marcus Movie of the Week...getting set for the grandeur of the new Transformers movie this Wednesday (see June 16 & 17 blog entries for the main reason we rejoice).

Our first ever 'Country Monday' on K107.1 as we blew out a stack of 4-day passes to Country USA. Welcome hicks, rednecks, and hillbillies to the festivities kicking off this Wednesday.

Sarah Milstein, co-author of The Twitter Book, took a few minutes to chat about Twitter, tweets, and various other bird sounds. Find the book online and Sarah twittering her innermost thoughts and feelings (@sarahm).

Friday, June 19, 2009

Friday 6/19 Live Blog

'Tis the weekend to celebrate dad, pappy, father, papa, deadbeat, and all things in between. If you have a dad, give him a hug...if you're like Jon and you were raised by the TV, give that a hug (and maybe wipe the dust off the screen).

Gregory Lang returned to the show with his latest books, Why a Son Needs a Dad and Why a Daughter Needs a Dad. As you would guess, both make great Father's Day gifts.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Oshkosh & Fond du Lac were given a rousing send-off to Noah's Ark by Mary, and then we had our BIG Father's Day giveaway. Congrats to the kids and the dads!

Our movie pal Tony Meade gave us a look at today's new releases. The Proposal stars mega-babe Sandra Bullock, or you can check out Year One with mega-hunk Jack Black. Movie listings and showtimes online at k107.com.

Thursday, June 18, 2009

Thursday 6/18 Live Blog

And so we close in on another Father's Day weekend. What to get for the old man? Golf balls?...a new tie?...some sort of techie gadget? We have your chance to win a few prizes for dad tomorrow morning (waiting 'til the last minute, as usual)...so give us a listen and you just might score a major award with dad's name on it.

Weekend Buzz took us around the South Valley to check the major events happening over the next few days. Visit our friends at The Paine or click on the Horicon Bank Community Calendar at k107.com for more fun ideas.

Golf writer Bryan Fryklund told us about his latest book, The Golf Fanatic's Guide to Hawaii...a perfect gift for the dad hoping to get lei'd on the first tee.

Brian Carter talked weekend seafood options, and our K107.1 Relationship Guru Bob Buchicchio gave us tips on dealing with cuckoo family members during these months of reunions and weddings.

Wednesday, June 17, 2009

Wednesday 6/17 Live Blog

Let's go ahead and start out with a Megan Fox photo for the second day in a row. We listed the photo yesterday as being from the London premiere of the new Transformers movie, but that was actually taken at the Berlin premiere (our bad). Today's photo was taken in London and features Megan with her finest "get that yellow rose away from me, you freakin' loser" face. Adorable.

Kevin Miller from the Windhover Center gave us a rundown on summer events, including the Juneteenth Celebration this Saturday. Dr. Feelgood also stopped by to talk about eye injuries, how to prevent them, and the best treatment options.

Singer-songwriter Jennie DeVoe chatted about her fourth album, Strange Sunshine, set to be released July 21. Check out Jennie online, or at her upcoming live show at the Windhover on June 26.

Our homeboy Dave Haase from Attitude Sports is the cover boy of a new book, The United States of Delirium. Even with superstardom just around the corner, Dave made time to tell us about the book and sign a few autographs. What a guy.

Tuesday, June 16, 2009

Tuesday 6/16 Live Blog

The new Transformers movie premiered over the weekend in London and it took a day for us to stop staring at the red carpet photos long enough to actually post them on our blog. A spoiler alert: it looks like Optimus Prime leaves his headlights on in the sequel.

Nick 'n Willy's the new sponsor for our new release Tuesdays, and what a day to get started! Free pizza and the new Spinal Tap album! Wow.

A great new Father's Day book for the grilling dad in your life, Seven Fires: Grilling the Argentine Way, has just hit stores. South America's most popular chef, Francis Mallmann gave us a look at his signature dishes and grilling techniques.

K107.1 beauty expert Jackie Silver took a look at summer feet (better her than us) and talked about how to get the most out of your pedicure, especially important during sandal season.

Monday, June 15, 2009

Monday 6/15 Live Blog

Putting a cap on yet another Walleye Weekend. Thanks to everyone who made time to stop over and see us at the K107.1/Citizen's First Credit Union stage. Always nice to meet & greet our stalkers face-to-face.

Paula Span is the author of When The Time Comes, a look at families dealing with aging parents. The struggles are well documented, but what are the solutions? Paula provides answers and more resources online.

We got tips to keep young drivers safe during the summer travel season from Bridgestone Americas' Dan McDonald. The Think Before You Drive program features an interactive website designed to enhance driving skills and reduce accidents.

Susan Anderson stopped by for another Medium Monday. Susan takes your calls one Monday a month, and is also available for private readings.

Friday, June 12, 2009

Walleye Weekend 6/12 Live Blog

On today's edition of As the Butterflies Churn...

We're live at Fond du Lac's Lakeside Park getting set for Walleye Weekend 2009. Stop out and see us later tonight for live music from Road Trip, and find a full schedule of events at http://www.fdlfest.com/.

Tony braved the chill to give us a rundown on The Taking of Pelham 123, today's only notable new release. Movie listings and showtimes at k107.com.

And finally, did someone mention a Game 7 tonight?

Thursday, June 11, 2009

Thursday 6/11 Live Blog

The excitement builds as Walleye Weekend eve has arrived and children around the South Valley hang their stockings with care in anticipation of finding a big juicy fish tomorrow morning.

Just a ton of non-Walleye related events happening this weekend, as we found out with our Weekend Buzz segment. As always, the Horicon Bank Community Calendar is here to serve your planning needs at k107.com.

Actor Tommy Savas gave us an inside look at his YouTube sensation, Psycho Girlfriend. The painful truth can be found (for adults only) at Tommy's website.

Brian Carter gave us a rundown of the weekend seafood scene and our K107.1 Lifestyle Diva Jerusha Stewart proclaimed, "the time is NOW to start getting swimsuit ready!"

Directly from the New York Post's Page Six, Paula Froelich chatted about her debut novel, Mercury in Retrograde. Loosely based on some of Paula's own experiences in the world of newspapers, it would make a great gift for the gay dad in your life this Father's Day.

Wednesday, June 10, 2009

Wednesday 6/10 Live Blog

As Jon recovers from a heart-wrenching Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Finals, Mary continues to swoon over Penguins superstar Sidney Crosby. Hot stuff, no?

Dr. Jeff Junig stopped by the studio to talk drugs and how bad the problem is among area youth. No sooner had one doc left us when another one showed up, Dr. Jeffrey Glassheim from Children's Hospital Wisconsin-Fox Valley. Dr. Glassheim gave us an overview of the ongoing allergy season, relating not only to airborne pollens, but also to those annoying insects that want to sting and bite you.

Kevin Alan Milne chatted about his new book, The Nine Lessons. It's the story of a man who learns to love his father through the game of golf. As you'd guess, it's quite the tear jerker and would make a great Father's Day gift.

Tuesday, June 9, 2009

Tuesday 6/9 Live Blog

The great Clint Eastwood brings the great city of Detroit to your DVD player as Gran Torino is released today. If you haven't run out to buy it already, may we suggest it as a nice Father's Day gift... especially if you dad is an ornery mofo.

Dr. Alejandro Junger gave us a look at his new book, Clean. The doc details his program that he claims will restore your body's natural ability to heal itself. Gwyneth Paltrow uses it, so who are you to resist?

"Master the rules of manners and get ahead in life!," says Miss Conduct (aka Robin Abrahams). Miss Conduct's Mind Over Manners takes you through the proper etiquette for every occasion, from home to work to school to church.

K107.1 Dream Expert Lauri Loewenberg made her monthly visit to decode and dissect our sleeping lives. Find more, including Lauri's books and newsletter at her website.

Monday, June 8, 2009

Monday 6/8 Live Blog

To paraphrase Damn Yankees, "if looks could kill...you'd be dynamite." A first lady catfight brewin'? The highlight of a rather chilly weekend is this snap of Mrs. O staring down French first lady Carla Bruni. You grab the kiddie pool. I'll bring the Jell-O. Let's do this thing.

Walleye Weekend returns for the 32nd year this Friday thru Sunday at Fond du Lac's Lakeside Park. Check out the K107.1/Citizen's First Credit Union Stage for live music all weekend.

Dan McDonald from Bridgestone Americas stopped by to tell us about their new Think Before You Drive program, designed to keep new drivers educated and safe on the roads this summer.

We wrapped up with a visit from Enie Halfman talking about the Rosendale Historical Society's upcoming Peony Sunday on June 14. Enjoy lunch and help out a good cause at the annual event. For details, call 872-2558.

Friday, June 5, 2009

Friday 6/5 Live Blog

A story that was surely sent directly from the Cereal Gods broke yesterday as a California judge ruled Cap'n Crunch Berries do not contain actual fruit. The ruling was necessary as part of his decision to throw out the lawsuit of a woman seeking damages on the claim that SHE THOUGHT CRUNCH BERRIES WERE FRUIT. Wow. Just wow.

In Touch Weekly editor Bobbie Thomas joined us with tips on staying hydrated this summer (spoiler alert: it involves drinking water).

Tony Meade filled us in on today's new movie releases. Check out Land of the Lost for family-friendly laughs...or The Hangover for a few not-so-family-friendly laughs. Movie listings and showtimes always online at k107.com.

Thursday, June 4, 2009

Thursday 6/4 Live Blog

Miley Cyrus has announced her BIIIIIIIIIIIIIG tour, including a date at the Bradley Center on October 10. Miley's half-brother Trace will be her opening act (thanks, sis!), and maybe the old man will even pop up somewhere. Finally, a reason to keep living. Tickets on sale June 13.

Weekend Buzz and a cool new exhibit at The Paine - Masterpieces of American Photography opens this Saturday.

Brian Carter gave us our weekly dose of seafood, and K107.1 life coach Mary T. Browne boosted our self-esteem (and that was a BIG boost) by telling us our body image is merely a state of mind. Hear that, Kirstie Alley?

Our final guest was author Nikki Goldstein. Nikki's new book, Girlforce: A Way of Life For Young Women, is written to give girls a dose of vitality, beauty, and strength.

Wednesday, June 3, 2009

Wednesday 6/3 Live Blog

Fulfilling the hopes and dreams of an entire nation, the ultimate paparazzi photo has just been released. It accomplishes three things: 1) it fuels the rumor that Jennifer Hudson is pregnant, 2) it gives a well-deserved shout out to Colonel Sanders (standing outside the local KFC), and 3) it confirms the old saying, "the couple that flosses together, stays together." Nice!

Boston Globe columnist Adam Ried chatted about his book, Thoroughly Modern Milkshakes. The blended ice cream concoction has come a loooooooong way. Like the Guiness-Chocolate shake? Heavenly.

K107.1 petspert Dr. Ann Sosalla joined us to talk about prepping your pet for surgery. As always, find Dr. Ann on our experts page at k107.com.

Our political analyst, Dr. Sean Foreman, gave us an inside look at the new Supreme Court nominee, along with President Obama's trip to the Middle East. Dr. Foreman hosts his own radio show online, between visits with Jon & Mary of course.

Mark Frobose was our final guest of the morning and discussed his revolutionary new language learning system, the Behind the Wheel Foreign Language Program. Get cultured during your commute in less than 10 minutes a day!

Tuesday, June 2, 2009

Tuesday 6/2 Live Blog

Our friends at TMZ have dropped a few pics of Vice-President Joe Biden frolicking on the beach. Now aren't you glad Obama passed over Hillary for VP? (go to TMZ.com for closer images with much more detail...if you dare)

Dr. Stephen Ilardi gave us a look at The Depression Cure and the secret to living a depression-free life without drug dependency. Find more tips and a 6-step program in Dr. Ilardi's book, now in stores and online.

Grow herbs, eat well, and be green! Former PBS stars (?) Tim Haas and Jan Beane are the authors of The Herb Garden Gourmet, a cookbook designed to bring more natural flavor into your life.

The K107.1 107 Days of Summer continues with another spin on the Wheel of Summer and open voting for Attitude Sports' Hot or Not?

Monday, June 1, 2009

Monday 6/1 Live Blog

Coming off the high of yet another fabulous May, let us be the first to welcome you to the majesty of June. Break Like The Wind!

We kept things local this morning, chatting with our K107.1 Fitness Guru Lynn Roethke from Club Olympia. Heavy Duty!

After that, Mary Ann stopped by to run down the lineup for Walleye Weekend, now less than two weeks away. It looks like another banner year for live music on the K107.1/Citizen's First Credit Union Music Stage East. Tonight I'm Gonna Rock You Tonight!

Renee from The Advanced College of Cosmetology was a lovely guest, as you'd expect from the prez of The ACC in Waupun. Looking for a career change? Renee is waiting to hear from you. Gimme Some Money!

Attitude Sports Hot or Not? kicked off this morning with the Attitude-dude himself, Dave Haase, giving us all the details. Click your votes all summer at k107.com and win some very cool big-name shades. Big Bottom!