Thursday 12/23 Live Blog

It's Jon & Mary's final show of 2010! May prosperity, good cheer, much love, and an abundance of nachos be yours this holiday season and into the new year...

A final Weekend Buzz to take us on a visit to some holiday hotspots for Christmas and beyond. Find Santa, kids' activities, and more on the Air-Tech Heating Community Calendar at k107.com.

This week's Johnsonville Packer Preview got us set for the clash vs. the Giants this weekend at Lambeau. Coverage starts this Sunday at 1, kickoff at 3:15 on K107.1.

Day Twelve of Service League's 12 Days of Christmas Cash Raffle made the Mauthe kids a winner of $1199 in holiday cash. Congrats to all of our winners and thanks to Service League for another green holiday season!

We took a look at what's big in theaters this week. Little Fockers hit the scene yesterday alongside True Grit, and Gulliver's Travels comes out tomorrow. As always, click over to k107.com for a full list of local movies and showtimes.

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Wednesday 12/22 Live Blog

Remember that year you didn't get your gifts until December 28th? Always serve MILK with those cookies, never Budweiser.

Oprah called it "the perfect gift" and that's good enough for us. Mark Nepo talked about his book, The Book of Awakening. Have the life you want by being present to the life you have. Pick it up (as Oprah commands) online or in stores.

Dr. Jeff Junig made a visit talking holiday stress. Bust out of those old habits and sooth your body and mind during the holiday season. See Dr. J at his website or in person at Fond du Lac Psychiatry on Main Street.

Bringing vocabulary to the mainstream, Brian Leaf joined us with a look at his new series of Name That Movie! books. Ace the SAT, ACT, or GED just by watching movies? A fun vocabulary builder for kids and adults.

We continued to stuff your stockings with help from Woods Floral & Gifts, Cool River, and Fays Fun & Learning. Our final winner was made this morning...congrats!

Day Eleven of Service League's 12 Days of Christmas Cash Raffle made Colleen Ahern a winner of $1100 in holiday cash. We're working our way all the way up to nearly $1200 by Day 12! Tune us in every morning at 8:10 to hear your name.

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Tuesday 12/21 Live Blog

R.I.P. Det. Sgt. Dietrich.

Our final Nick-n-Willy's New Release Tuesday of 2010 finds a dash of Angelina Jolie in Salt on DVD, along with Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps, Easy A, and Resident Evil: Afterlife. New music includes drops from Keri Hilson, Jamie Foxx, and Avant.

We continued to stuff your stockings with help from Woods Floral & Gifts, Cool River, and Fays Fun & Learning. Listen every morning through the 22nd for your chance to win!

Day Ten of Service League's 12 Days of Christmas Cash Raffle made Kathy Kelly a winner of $1000 in holiday cash. We're working our way all the way up to nearly $1200 by Day 12! Tune us in every morning at 8:10 to hear your name.

K107.1 Debt Diva in da house! Clarky Davis stopped in with ways to keep your holiday traditions frugal. Get those tips and more advice from Clarky online at TheDebtDiva.com.

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Monday 12/20 Live Blog

Just 5 days left 'til the Big X!!! It'll be here in a flash...

A heartbreaking loss was under review with our Packer Postgame Report presented by Duffy's Sports Pub. The Pack hope to end the skid this Sunday at Lambeau, hosting the New York Giants. Coverage starts at 1, kickoff at 3:15 on K107.1.

We continued to stuff your stockings with help from Woods Floral & Gifts, Cool River, and Fays Fun & Learning. Listen every morning through the 22nd for your chance to win!

Day Nine of Service League's 12 Days of Christmas Cash Raffle made Lynn Biolo a winner of $900 in holiday cash. We're working our way all the way up to nearly $1200 by Day 12! Tune us in every morning at 8:10 to hear your name.

Susan Anderson joined us for a festive Medium Monday, taking your phone calls and peering into the future. A private one-on-one psychic reading would make a great gift! Click over to Susan's website for more details.

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Friday 12/17 Live Blog

Santa visited the K107.1 studios yesterday and we managed to get our interns together for a photo before he left. Smiles all around.

Spike stopped in to talk pigskin with our Johnsonville Packer Preview. A tough one this weekend as the Pack head to New England. Coverage starts this Sunday evening at 5, kickoff at 7:20 on K107.1.

We continued to stuff your stockings with help from Woods Floral & Gifts, Cool River, and Fays Fun & Learning. Listen every morning through the 22nd for your chance to win!

Day Eight of Service League's 12 Days of Christmas Cash Raffle made Angie Steffes a winner of $800 in holiday cash. We're working our way all the way up to nearly $1200 by Day 12! Tune us in every morning at 8:10 to hear your name.

'Tis the season to be stressed? Chef to the stars Lulu Powers joined us with advice on taking the hassle out of holiday entertaining. Get tips on planning ahead, killer food, and great parties with Lulu at her website.

We wrapped up with a look at the big time movies hitting theaters just in time for holiday viewing. Among the highlights are Dan Aykroyd bringing Yogi Bear to life, Marky Mark as The Fighter, Reese Witherspoon asking How Do You Know, and a young/old Jeff Bridges in TRON: Legacy. Click over to the mothership for a full list of local movies and showtimes.

Thursday 12/16 Live Blog

Ah, the dangers of stuffing that stocking a wee bit too tightly. Eggnog explosions on Christmas morning not good.

Weekend Buzz got our sleighs moving around the South Valley for another full slate of holiday fun. Click over to ThePaine.org for details on Nutcracker in the Castle, or check out Holiday Happenings at k107.com for more family activities.

We continued to stuff your stockings with help from Woods Floral & Gifts, Cool River, and Fays Fun & Learning. Listen every morning through the 22nd for your chance to win!

Day Seven of Service League's 12 Days of Christmas Cash Raffle made Shelia & Paula winners of $700 in holiday cash. We're working our way all the way up to nearly $1200 by Day 12! Tune us in every morning at 8:10 to hear your name.

Master mixologist Joe Bruno gave us the Do's & Do Not Do's of drinking around the holidays. Why go out and drive when cocktails at home can be so much fun? Get recipes and hosting tips at DailysCocktails.com.

Our old pal Bob Buchicchio joined us to talk about the best present being our presence at holiday time. How do you navigate the emotional and stressful holiday minefield? What helps us to be fully present and in a positive place? Bob's got the answers and more resources online.

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Wednesday 12/15 Live Blog

Single? Ready to mingle? Hmmmmmmmmmmmm......

This holiday season, more than ever, it's important to help Toys for Tots bring joy to our area's neediest children. Lt. General Pete Osman joined us from the U.S. Marine Corps to talk donations and how you can make a difference.

We continued the stocking-stuffed fun with Woods Floral & Gifts, Cool River, and Fays Fun & Learning. Listen every morning through the 22nd for your chance to win!

Day Six of Service League's 12 Days of Christmas Cash Raffle made Roberta Shea a winner of $600 in holiday cash. We're working our way all the way up to a $1200 winner, and tickets are still available! Stop by Ma & Pa's, Philly's on 4th, Kremer Pharmacy, and the K107.1 studios.

Donna Sozio and Samantha Brett have a certain skill they shared with us in their new book, The Man Whisperer. Get a gentle, results-oriented approach to communicating with those hairy cavemen in your life.

Be a food & wine pro with help from GastroTommy. We had a quick lesson from Tommy himself, who also gave us a tour of his new online guide at gastrotommy.com.

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Tuesday 12/14 Live Blog

Happy Birthday to the great state of Alabama, admitted to the union on this date in 1819 (as if you weren't already celebrating). We salute you, 'Bama, for your Helen Keller, your Talladega, your Crimson Tide, your moonshine, your I-65.

Nick-n-Willy's brought us another New Release Tuesday, with a TON of stocking stuffers in stores today. Pick up the re-vamped The A-Team, Despicable Me, Cyrus, The Other Guys, The Town, and Nanny McPhee Returns on DVD. Musical drops include new stuff from Michael Jackson(!), R. Kelly, Ciara, Crystal Bowersox, and Phish.

Author Jane O'Connor joined us to talk about the fifth book in her bestselling series, Fancy Nancy and the Fabulous Fashion Boutique. Little girls of all ages will dig the new adventures of the always chic Nancy, now in stores.

We continued the stocking-stuffed fun with Woods Floral & Gifts, Cool River, and Fays Fun & Learning. Listen every morning through the 22nd for your chance to win!

Day Five of Service League's 12 Days of Christmas Cash Raffle made Diane Fownes a winner of $500 in holiday cash. We're working our way all the way up to a $1200 winner, and tickets are still available! Stop by Ma & Pa's, Philly's on 4th, Kremer Pharmacy, and the K107.1 studios.

K107.1 Debt Diva in da house! Clarky Davis stopped in with ways to keep your holiday traditions frugal. Get those tips and more advice from Clarky online at TheDebtDiva.com.

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Monday 12/13 Live Blog

It's COOOOOOOLD out there! Click over to k107.com for that full list of 2-hour delays, presented by Dan Price at Air-Tech Heating.

Jon celebrated as Packer Nation mourned a stunning loss in the Motor City. Spike stopped in with another Duffy's Packer Postgame Report, detailing yesterday's carnage in Detroit. The Pack look to rebound at New England this Sunday on K107.1. Coverage starts at 5pm, kickoff at 7:20.

Brad Meltzer is host of the new History Channel series, Decoded. Dig into some of America's most nagging mysteries with Brad and his team Thursdays at 9pm.

We continued the stocking-stuffed fun with Woods Floral & Gifts, Cool River, and Fays Fun & Learning. Listen every morning through the 22nd for your chance to win!

Day Four of Service League's 12 Days of Christmas Cash Raffle made the folks at Silica Appliance a winner of $400 in holiday cash. We're working our way all the way up to a $1200 winner, and tickets are still available! Stop by Ma & Pa's, Philly's on 4th, Kremer Pharmacy, and the K107.1 studios.

Our final guest stands 4'2" in flats, but finds she is Unstoppable in Stilettos. Lauren Ruotolo chatted about her new book, a girl's guide to living tall in a small world. Makes a great gift for the big and small on your holiday shopping list.

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Friday 12/10 Live Blog

A new episode of Mr. Suh's Neighborhood airs this weekend on K107.1, with special guest star Aaron Rodgers playing the role of "grass-stained delivery boy."

We talked Packers-Lions in our Johnsonville Packer Preview. Spike stopped in with details on the game in the Motor City, airing at noon this Sunday on K107.1, pregame starts at 10.

We continued the stocking-stuffed fun with Woods Floral & Gifts, Cool River, and Fays Fun & Learning. Listen every morning through the 22nd for your chance to win!

Day Three of Service League's 12 Days of Christmas Cash Raffle made Jon Shields a winner of $300 in holiday cash. We're working our way all the way up to a $1200 winner, and tickets are still available! Stop by Ma & Pa's, Philly's on 4th, Kremer Pharmacy, Jet Stream, and the K107.1 studios.

Off into the dawn of another weekend with a look at what's new in theaters today. Angelina Jolie sinks her lips into Johnny Depp in The Tourist, and those wacky kids are still playing with mirrors in The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader. Get a full list of local movies and showtimes at (you guessed it) k107.com.

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Thursday 12/9 Live Blog

It's what grandmas everywhere are asking for this holiday season. Available in a variety of colors and sizes (ass-kicking scowl not included).

Weekend Buzz took us on a tour of holiday hotspots. Click over to k107.com for a full list of area events, live music, and good cheer on the Air Tech Heating Community Calendar.

Dr. Victor Sierpina is the man behind The Healthy Gut Workbook, a guide to the sounds, rumbles, and ailments that lead to $100 billion being spent annually on gut health. Dr. V shared his favorite superfoods, diet plans, medications, and more.

Day Two of Service League's 12 Days of Christmas Cash Raffle made the folks at Silica Appliance winners of $200 in holiday cash. We're working our way all the way up to a $1200 winner, and tickets are still available! Stop by Ma & Pa's, Philly's on 4th, Kremer Pharmacy, Jet Stream, and the K107.1 studios.

The man behind the beloved Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer made his annual holiday visit. Dr. Elmo not only has apps now available for your iPhone, he's also just finished a bluegrass album now in stores. Bluegrass Christmas makes a fine stocking stuffer. Get downloads and more fun at DrElmo.com.

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Wednesday 12/8 Live Blog

A BIG Jon & Mary in the Morning "Happy Birthday!" to the great Sammy Davis Jr., born on this date in 1925. While Sammy's body is no longer with us, we hope to see you at a surprise party for his glass eye later on this evening. (no gifts, please)

We continued the stocking-stuffed fun with Woods Floral & Gifts, Cool River, and Fays Fun & Learning. Listen every morning through the 22nd for your chance to win!

Day One of Service League's 12 Days of Christmas Cash Raffle made Patty Trepanier a winner of $100 in holiday cash. We're working our way all the way up to a $1200 winner, and tickets are still available! Stop by Ma & Pa's, Philly's on 4th, Kremer Pharmacy, Jet Stream, and the K107.1 studios.

It was on this date 30 years ago that John Lennon was shot and killed outside his apartment in New York City. Keith Elliot Greenberg is the author of December 8, 1980: The Day John Lennon Died. He joined us to talk about that day, the near misses, and a short history of the Beatles before and since.

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Tuesday 12/7 Live Blog

Best. Stocking stuffers. Ever.

Another Nick-n-Willy's New Release Tuesday finds the biggest movie of the summer on DVD. Pick up our guy Leo in Inception, along with Shrek Forever After, and Bonanza: Season 2(!). In the music section, find new drops from Natasha Bedingfield, Duffy, Plain White T's, Redman, T.I., and The Chronicles of Narnia soundtrack.

Jeff Guinn is close pals with Santa Claus himself, and joined us with a look at Santa's collection of stories (as told to Jeff). The Christmas Chronicles includes Santa's autobiography, a story of how Mrs. Claus saved Christmas, and the Great Santa Search of 2006.

Where does Wisconsin place in the 2010 nationwide health rankings? Dr. Manuel Selva broke down the numbers for us, painting a rather disturbing picture of our state's overall health. Get specific state-by-state information by clicking here.

We stuffed your stocking with a trio of great prizes from Woods Floral & Gifts, Cool River Sports Grill, and Fays Fun & Learning Center. Listen for those jingle bells every morning with Jon & Mary now through Christmas Eve for your chance to win!

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Monday 12/6 Live Blog

This Ain't Good Dept.: Brett lands awkwardly on his cell phone, leaving his shoulder in pieces on the Metrodome turf. Ouch.

Spike helped us spread good cheer with another Duffy's Packer Postgame Report. The Pack roll over the 49ers and head to the Motor City for a weekend date with the Detroit Lions. Pregame this Sunday starts at 10, kickoff at noon on K107.1.

Lauren Chattman is the author of Cookie Swap!, and joined us with tips to spice up a holiday cookie swap of our own. Pick a location, mix it up, and build your recipe box with Lauren's book, now in stores. To find that Virtual Cookie Swap, go to Facebook.com/McCormickSpice.

What's big at the Windhover this month? Good question, and one that we answered with Kevin Miller from the Windhover in downtown Fond du Lac. Click here for a full list of events or to purchase tickets.

The Holy Family Choir has a new CD just in time for the holidays. Pat Eby stopped in to drop some audio bombs and give us some background on how the album came together. Call 921-0580 for more details.

Friday 12/3 Live Blog

Guess who's excited about our first December weekend?!? It's that guy who swallowed a baggie full of crack!

Spike joined us for another Johnsonville Packer Preview. The Pack return to the friendly tundra of Lambeau looking to bounce back this weekend against the San Francisco 49ers. Coverage starts Sunday at 10am, kickoff at noon on K107.1.

Bob Friedland from Toys 'R' Us returned to the show to talk about what toys will WOW the kids this Christmas. If you missed Bob's list of must-haves, check it out online at ToysRUs.com.

The Baby Bump is the latest book from Carley Roney, co-founder of The Knot. Get hundreds for secrets for surviving those nine loooong months. Makes a great gift for the bumped person in your life.

Your chance to win a Droid2 from Verizon Wireless comes tomorrow as we broadcast live on location at Verizon Wireless on Rolling Meadows Drive in Fond du Lac. Click here for that Droid2 video (go to 'Explore Features'), get the answers, and make yourself a winner!

We wrapped the show with a look at what's BIG in theaters today/tonight. The only new release in our neighborhood is The Warrior's Way, starring Kate Bosworth and Geoffrey Rush. Surf over to k107.com for a full list of local movies and showtimes.

Thursday 12/2 Live Blog

Can we be the first to say..... GYLLENSWIFT! Or would that be SWIFTENHAAL? Or how about TOTALLY FAKE!

Weekend Buzz took us on a December tour of holiday hotspots. Click over to k107.com for a full list of area fundraisers, craft shows, and live music on the Air Tech Heating Community Calendar.

Former forensic scientist, now bestselling author, Lisa Black was our first guest talking about her latest book, Trail of Blood. Follow the path of dismembered limbs in this fictional work based on Lisa's real-life experiences.

A sensitive topic brought home by child life specialist Martha Aschenbrenner. What do you say to a young one when a family member is diagnosed with cancer? Although it may seem difficult, it is important to provide frank and honest information about the illness. Find more resources here.

Mary T. Browne stopped by to provied us with a little life-coaching as we head into the holidays. "Behold the power of forgiveness!," says Mary. Get more with Mary and find her book, The 5 Rules of Thought, at her website.

We've teamed up with Verizon Wireless to give away the very cool Droid2. Watch this video (click on 'Explore Features') and get the answers to our daily questions, then join us broadcasting live on location at Verizon in Fond du Lac this Saturday!

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Wednesday 12/1 Live Blog

Day one of December brings with it the eight-day Festival of Lights. Happy Hanuk...Chanuk... HanChanukkah to all from Jon & Mary in the Morning!

Just 3 more days 'til we give away a brand new Droid2 from Verizon Wireless. Click here (then choose 'Explore Features') for those trivia answers and join us live on location at Verizon in Fond du Lac this Saturday!

Get your glow on and look glamorous this holiday season with tips from style expert Jenn Falik. Jenn gave us the scoop on getting glam from head to toe without breaking the bank. Find more tips online at Jenn's website.

Our K107.1 petspert Dr. Ann Sosalla stopped by with info on good nutrition for your furry friends, and stressed the importance of good gastrointestinal health. See Ann and staff in person at Companion Animal Care in Fond du Lac.

Dr. Sean Foreman joined us to talk Wikileaks, unemployment benefits, and tax cuts. Depressed yet? Dr. Foreman hosts his own radio program every Wednesday from the campus of Barry University in sunshiney Florida.

Old pal Matt Miller made a visit to say, "yes, Jon & Mary, there is a Santa Claus...and he's got a bitchin' helicopter!" Santa arrives at the EAA Airventure Museum this Tuesday at 2:30 and visits with the kids all afternoon. Ho yeah!

Tuesday 11/30 Live Blog

As those crazy, drunken Pilgrims set sail once again, we say "so long" to another November. So long to another National Homeless Youth Month, another National Pomegranate Month, another International Drum Month. Up next, another boring December with nothing at all to celebrate.

Nick-n-Willy's New Release Tuesday gave us a whole new list of stocking-stuffer ideas. On DVD today, Tom Cruise and Cameron Diaz are Knight and Day, Nicolas Cage seeks The Sorcerer's Apprentice, and Drew Barrymore is Going the Distance. Musical drops include new stuff from Bryan Adams, The Black Eyed Peas, Flo Rida, and Glee The Music: Volume 4.

We're giving away a cool Droid2 from Verizon Wireless! Listen all this week for your chance to win, and join us live on location at Verizon in Fond du Lac this Saturday!

The holiday season is here and The Osthoff Resort is abuzz with activity. Laura Whitman gave us a look at the upcoming events at the Osthoff, including the Old World Christmas Market and various getaway packages. Click here for the festive details, or call 1.800.876.3399.

K107.1 numerologist Tania Gabrielle made her monthly visit, chatting about the role numbers will play in the lives of Prince William and his future Mrs., the way numbers influence these Wikileaks, and how numbers affect our daily lives. Sign up at Tania's website for her FREE newsletter.

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Monday 11/29 Live Blog

Surely you can't be serious.

Spike dropped in with our Packer Postgame Report presented by Duffy's Sports Pub. Yesterday's disaster in the Georgia Dome will be forgotten by this Sunday when the Pack host San Francisco. Coverage starts at 10am, kickoff at noon.

We've teamed up with Verizon Wireless to give one lucky listener a Droid2 just in time for the holidays. Listen all this week for your secret questions (and answers) leading up to our live on location broadcast at Verizon Wireless this Saturday! Click here to watch the video and get a jump on the competition!

Author Dennis Komick joined us to chat about his newest kids' book, Brodie and the Yeti. The true tales of two little dogs that will warm the hearts of all ages.

We shifted gears with our next guest, Brad O'Leary. Brad is the man behind the book America's War on Christianity, and talked with us about how (in his opinion) America is losing its religious identity. Find more at WND.com.

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Wednesday 11/24 Live Blog

It's 4:30am Thanksgiving morning...you have a turkey that needs at least 10 hours of quality time in the oven...problem is, the turkey isn't going down without a fight...what do you do?!?

Spike dropped in for an early look at the weekend with your Johnsonville Packer Preview. The Pack head to Hotlanta for a date with the Falcons this Sunday. Coverage starts at 10, kickoff at noon on K107.1.

Dr. Jeff Junig made his monthly visit and talked about how to get "unstuck". Free yourself from negative thoughts and allow the good holiday cheer to flow through you. See Dr. J online or on Main in downtown Fond du Lac.

The "Letters to Santa" program returns this season to the Fond du Lac Public Library. Kids write to the Big Guy and get an actual reply! For more info call the help desk at 920.929.7080 or visit the library website.

National Geographic presents The Classic Treasury of Childhood Wonders. Author Susan Magsamen joined us to talk about the book, featuring favorite adventures, stories, poems, and songs that will make lasting memories.

We headed into our 4-day weekend with a trip through the local cineplex to see what's new in theaters today. Cher and Xtina dance through Burlesque, Jake Gyllenhaal gets romantic with Anne Hathaway in Love & Other Drugs, The Rock runs from Billy Bob Thornton in Faster, James Franco fights a boulder in 127 Hours, and the kids will love all the animated hair in Disney's Tangled. Click over to k107.com for a full list of local showtimes.

Tuesday 11/23 Live Blog

Only two working days until Thanksgiving, and we here at Jon & Mary in the Morning can finally say we realize what's truly important in life. We therefore give thanks for the miracle of Miley, celebrating her 18th birthday today, and certain to give us another 2 or 3 years of solid entertainment (followed by that inevitable trip to rehab, a failed comeback, and then a regular spot selling used Hannah Montana wigs on QVC).

Nick-n-Willy's presented another new release Tuesday, featuring Sly Stallone in The Expendables on DVD. Also check out Julia Roberts in Eat Pray Love and Joaquin Phoenix in I'm Still Here. New musical drops include stuff from Justin Bieber, Ke$ha, My Chemical Romance, and Jessica Simpson's Christmas album.

The folks from Taste of Home stopped by with a look at their all-new cookbook. Just in time for Thanksgiving, find over 1200 recipes, hundreds of full-color photos, and each cookbook comes with a free 1-year subscription to Taste of Home magazine. Sweeet.

Add some pizzazz to your holiday party! Entertaining expert Ceci Carmichael shared her secrets for throwing a memorable bash from start to finish. Click here or here for more details.

The Night Before Thanksgiving... tells the legend of the Christmas Elves. Author and illustrator Phyllis Turner told us the tale of how the elves sneak into your house on Thanksgiving and begin Santa's work before his arrival on Christmas Eve. The official kickoff to the holiday season is now in stores.

K107.1 Debt Diva Clarky Davis was our final guest, talking Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Find the biggest and bestest deals while still protecting yourself. Get more with Clarky at TheDebtDiva.com.

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Monday 11/22 Live Blog

Rodney Dangerfield is having a birthday today (b. 1921) and he isn't even alive to enjoy it. Talk about no respect...

The beatdown was on at the Metrodome yesterday as detailed in our Duffy's Packer Postgame Report. The Pack head to Atlanta this Sunday on K107.1. Coverage starts at 10am, kickoff at noon.

Treat yourself this Black Friday with great nip/tuck savings at Fox Valley Plastic Surgery. Cathy from FVPS joined us with a rundown on those specials. Call 920.233.1540 to make an appointment.

Not into football this Thanksgiving Day? How about making a new tradition with the four-legged fun of The National Dog Show Presented by Purina? Expert analyst David Frei gave us a look at this year's program, now in its 9th year on NBC. Airs this Thursday from 12-2pm.

Agnes Chapski was our final guest of the morning. Agnes is VP and Publisher of Allure magazine, and had a sneak-peek at beauty gifts for the holidays. Click here for some of those products and find more tips for the season.

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Friday 11/19 Live Blog

Time to bust out those blaze orange microphones here in the studio. Best of luck to all you fun-lovin' hunters out there. We promise to keep the weekend vewy, vewy quiet.

Our Johnsonville Packer Preview is back after the bye week, getting you set for the Pack's trip across the border to take on the Vikings. Coverage starts at 10 this Sunday morning, kickoff at noon on K107.1.

Author Norman Cantor had look at his fascinating new book, After We Die. Follow the adventures of human cadavers and the journey we take when that bucket is kicked.

More holiday giveaways with the Butcher's Block and Mall of America. Get qualified for that family getaway at k107.com.

Into the weekend with a look at what's new in theaters today/tonight. The boy wizard is back for half of his final adventure in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows, Part 1. Russell Crowe is also hanging out for The Next Three Days. Click over to k107.com for a full listing of local movies and showtimes.

Thursday 11/18 Live Blog

The American Cancer Society marks the 35th Great American Smokeout today, encouraging you (and yo grandmama) to give up those disgusting little coffin nails. If it isn't enough to know that they'll kill you someday, spoiler alert: they also make your teeth yellow and your breath smell bad!

Weekend Buzz had us up and excited for a ton of holiday events over the next few days. Click over to k107.com for the Air-Tech Heating Community Calendar and a full list of live music, craft shows, and fundraisers in our area this weekend, and don't forget Nutcracker in the Castle returns to The Paine starting tomorrow.

Debbie Ford joined us with a look at the 10th anniversary edition of her book, The Dark Side of the Light Chasers. What are you hiding from yourself? Why do the same old things get to us so easily and intensely? Learn to accept your weaknesses with the newly expanded book, now in stores.

What's up at Fox Valley Wellness Center? Dr. Steve Merress made his monthly visit to chat about hyperbarics and his weight release program. Find more details here.

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Wednesday 11/17 Live Blog

Yesterday it was announced that Prince William has proposed to his longtime girlfriend Kate Middleton. What you may not have heard is the news that the Milwaukee Brewers' own Prince Fielder announced his engagement to a box of donuts. Our best wishes to royalty everywhere.

What lifestyle secrets can we learn from the world's happiest people? Dan Buettner shared his research with us, as detailed in his new book, Thrive. Where do happy people live and why are they so darn happy? The answers are now in stores.

Sandra Boynton returned to the show with a chat about her latest work, Amazing Cows. Find cow stories, cow poems, cow jokes, and cow comics in 96 colorful pages (alas, there are NO cow recipes).

The Red Plaid Team joined us with a look inside the Better Homes and Gardens New Cookbook, 15th Edition. Over 1400 recipes (including 1000 that are all-new) and over 1200 full-color photos! Everything from sandwiches and pizzas to salads, roasts, and desserts.

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Tuesday 11/16 Live Blog

Scarlett Johansson named GQ's "Babe of the Year". Now before all you Linda Lavin fans start a riot, be aware that she finised a close second. Maybe next time, LL.

A Nick-n-Willy's New Release Tuesday helped get our early stockings stuffed. On DVD, Jim Carrey goes all Scrooge-y in A Christmas Carol, Avatar gets a 3-disc special edition, M. Night Shyamalan finds The Last Airbender, and Bow Wow finds a Lottery Ticket. Musical releases are highlighted by new drops from Kid Rock, Rihanna, Idol winner Lee DeWyze, Annie Lennox, Nelly, Rascal Flatts, and the Glee Christmas album.

Diet on donuts? Healthy french fries? Miracles do happen in Good Housekeeping's Drop 5lbs: The Small Changes, Big Results Diet. Dietician Samantha Cassetty told us how the book came together and how easy it is to drop the pounds...even during the holidays.

Sarah Paige Klock dialed in from the Sesame Street Live! traveling road show. Sarah talked about working with Elmo and told us what it really smelled like inside Oscar's trash can. Don't forget your chance to win tickets to the show all this week on K107.1!

Our final guest was feminist icon and author of No Excuses, Gloria Feldt. Gloria shared the nine ways women can change how they think about power. Find the book now in stores and more with Gloria online.

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Monday 11/15 Live Blog

So what's up with Popeye's doing all this advertising at 6 in the morning?!? Flip around the TV dial...Weather Channel, CNN, Animal Planet...all teasing us with Popeye's ads. It's just not right to crave chicken and biscuits this early in the day. NOT RIGHT I tells ya! (please note we don't blame the real Popeye for this predicament -- spinach is totally cool for breakfast)

Sesame Street Live comes to the Brown Co. Arena this weekend and K107.1 has your tickets all this week! Listen this morning with Jon & Mary for your chance to win another family 4-pack to see "Elmo's Healthy Heroes".

Kate Jacobs shared the latest in her Friday Night Knitting Club series, Knit the Season. Celebrate the importance of family & friends, the value of togetherness during the holiday season, and find bonus knitting patterns and festive holiday recipes.

Called "one of the most important books of the last ten years," Family of Secrets details the Bush dynasty over the presidencies of George H.W. and George W. Bush. Author Russ Baker gave us a look inside the Bush White House(s), and the hidden history of America's invisible government.

A visit from Susan Anderson made it another Medium Monday. Susan took your phone calls and used her psychic skills to see into your future. If you weren't able to get through, or would like more info about Susan and her daughter Christine, click over to BridgingTwoWorlds.com.

Friday 11/12 Live Blog

Sorry ladies, Hulk Hogan has announced his engagement (to 35-year-old daughter look-a-like). Gift registry includes baby oil, baby oil, tank tops, and baby oil.

Author Leslie M.M. Blume was our first guest, reminiscing about the good ol' days. Her new book is called Let's Bring Back, and is an encyclopedia of forgotten, chic, useful, curious, and otherwise commendable things from times gone by. Nice.

The World's Most Organized Man*, Douglas Merrill, joined us with tips to simplify the holidays. Manage your to-do list, unclutter your mind, get set for the rush of seasonal activities. Pick up Douglas' latest book, Getting Organized in the Google Era, now in stores. (*as named by Men's Health magazine)

Check out over 1000 Santas up for auction tomorrow at the Ramada Plaza Hotel in downtown Fond du Lac. Area resident Jim Nintzel has collected them over 50 years and has decided to sell them to benefit Common Grounds at Marian University. Viewing starts at 8:30 tomorrow morning, auction starts at 9.

We wrapped up with a look at what's new in theaters today, and it's all about the older hunks (according to Mary, that is). Harrison Ford stars in Morning Glory, Denzel Washington is Unstoppable, and some hunky aliens attack in Skyline. Click over to k107.com for that full list of local movies and showtimes.

Veterans Day 11/11 Live Blog

Handshakes and hugs all around today as we celebrate the veterans among us. Click here for a list of Veterans Day freebies (including dinner at Hooters!)...

Weekend Buzz had us up and moving around the area for what's big over the next few days. Click over to k107.com for the Air-Tech Heating Community Calendar and a full list of live music, craft shows, and fundraisers in our area this weekend.

Tiger Woods' relationship with his father Earl is the subject of the new book His Father's Son. Author Tom Callahan gave us his insight into the complicated dynamic that produced one of history's greatest golfers.

Career intuitive Sue Frederick returned to the show and took your phone calls, dispensing advice and her vision for what your career path should be. Feel like you're stuck in the wrong job? Sue is available for private readings at CareerIntuitive.org.

Has America lost its marbles? Michael Wolraich joined us with a look at the wacky right as detailed in his new book, Blowing Smoke. A deconstruction of tea parties, Glenn Beck, Kenyan birth certificates, and more zany fun!

Wednesday 11/10 Live Blog

So this is what it feels like when you realize you no longer need a TV. When an icon like Gene Shalit announces his retirement from the Today show, is there really a reason to continue the foolish pursuit of quality televised entertainment? Please, child.

Top quality baked goods now available in downtown Fond du Lac! The folks from Bates Bakery stopped in (and smelled great) to chat about their new business, pastries, pierogies, etc. Click here for a menu, or stop in and see them at 18 E Division Street.

Uncle John himself joined us with an all new book of fun facts and useless trivia. Uncle John's Heavy Duty Bathroom Reader is now in stores and ready to tickle your toilet with knowledge.

NY Times bestselling suspense author David Baldacci talked about the fifth book in his popular Camel Club series. Follow retired CIA agent John Carr into his latest adventure at Hell's Corner, now in stores.

Check out a couple of fundraisers coming to the South Valley this month. The annual Sigma Holiday House returns to the FdL Co. Fairgrounds on Saturday, November 20. That same evening, enjoy a little dancing to benefit the United Way with the Hollywood Nights event.

Tuesday 11/9 Live Blog

Jon & Mary are back after a 3-day weekend! (hushed applause) Jon was off celebrating his birthday, Mary was off honing her Michael Caine impersonation...or was that the other way around? Either way, quite an impressive way to spend a day off.

Keith Bellows from National Geographic was our first guest of the morning, chatting up his beautiful new book, Drives of a Lifetime. Take a spin on 500 of the world's most spectacular trips with over 300 full-color pages.

Fans are still buzzing over the beatdown at Lambeau on Sunday night, and so we rolled out our Packer Postgame Report presented by Duffy's Sports Pub a day late. Spike joined us with a look at the second half of the season following this week's bye. Catch the Pack returning to action on Sunday, November 21 at Minnesota on K107.1.

Fond du Lac Elks Lodge 57 is hosting Brewfest 2010 this Saturday night at the Elks Lodge (shocker!) on Sheboygan Street in Fond du Lac. Tickets just $25 in advance and available at the lodge or Ma & Pa's on Main Street.

The Wisconsin Paranormal Alliance invites you to their annual Wisconsin Paranormal Conference, happening this weekend at the Oshkosh Convention Center. Join researchers, investigators, authors, psychics, and enthusiasts for the two-day event. For tickets, visit WiscParaCon.com.

Friday 11/5 Live Blog

R.I.P. to the great Sparky Anderson, 76. (Sparky bobblehead as photographed at Jon's desk this morning...)

Spike joined us for another Johnsonville Packer Preview, getting set for the Dallas Cowboys visit to Lambeau this Sunday night. Coverage starts at 5, kickoff at 7:30(ish) on K107.1.

Tech expert Chris Leary gave us a rundown of the hottest gifts this holiday season. What's new for the Wii? How about the cool new Sony Move gaming system? Get more with Chris online.

MEAT is the word this month as we give you a chance to win turkeys and hams from The Butcher's Block. Congrats to this morning's winner of a big ol' 12 pound turkey, and don't forget to see Travis for your holiday meats at The Butcher's Block inside the PDQ in North Fond du Lac.

Just in time for Halloween (next year) comes the latest thriller from author Katia Lief. Next Time You See Me tells the story of Detective Karin Shaeffer's encounter with the serial killer who murdered her family. What are the odds?!?

Celebrity homewrecker Leann Rimes comes to the Weill Center in Sheboygan next Friday night. We had your chance to win tickets, but if you missed out, good seats are still available! Click here or call the Weill Center box office at 920.208.3243.

New movies were on the brain as we headed into the weekend. Among today's releases, Will Ferrell voices Megamind, Robert Downey Jr. has a Due Date, and Tyler Perry directs For Colored Girls. Get those local movie listings and showtimes at k107.com.

Thursday 11/4 Live Blog

Let's put all this nutty bi-partisan-ness behind us and enjoy a couple of brand NEW Chuck Norris commericals, shall we? Who knew Chuck was the face of T-Mobile in the Czech Republic?

Weekend Buzz took us around the South Valley for our first dose of November fun. Click over to k107.com for the Air-Tech Heating Community Calendar and a full list of live music, craft shows, and fundraisers in our area this weekend.

Travel expert Anne Banas helped us plan stress-free holiday excursions, and showed us how easy it is -- whether across town or across the world. Tips for your next trip, from flights to hotel deals at SmarterTravel.com.

As we turn the clocks back this Sunday, Fire Chief Jack Parow reminded us to also change the batteries in the those smoke detectors. It's easy and could save your life.

Kelsey Nixon, fan favorite from The Next Food Network Star, hosts the new show Kelsey's Essentials on the Cooking Channel. Just the basics, must-have items for your kitchen, pantry staples, etc. Check out Kelsey as her new program debuts this Saturday at 1:30.

Wednesday 11/3 Live Blog

Oh. Crap.

Walker in as governor, Feingold out as senator. Our post-Election Day coverage got underway with another visit from Dr. Sean Foreman at Barry University in Miami. Click over to Barry U's website to listen to Dr. Foreman's radio show every Wednesday at noon.

Laura Day joined once again to chat about her latest book, How to Rule the World From Your Couch. The NY Times bestselling author details simple, step-by-step ways for you to take control of your life from the comfort of your couch. Lose weight, find your dream job, meet your soulmate! (although not necessarily in that order)

K107.1 Petspert, Dr. Ann Sosalla, stopped by with a BIG announcement. Was your world rocked like ours was? Stop in and see Dr. Ann and staff at Companion Animal Care on Fond du Lac Avenue in Fond du Lac.