Friday 2/25 Live Blog

Bob Hope hosts the 50th Academy Awards this Sunday night on NBC (check your local listings). We'll see if Annie Hall can hold off a strong field to win Best Picture, whether young upstart John Travolta scores Best Actor for Saturday Night Fever, and is Madame Rosa really a lock for Best Foreign Language Film? The excitement is palpable!

Speaking of the Oscars, celebrity stylist Felix Mercado joined us to talk famous fashions. Who wears it best, who will push the envelope, how can you dress for the red carpet? Get more with Felix online.

Horicon Bank's Taste of Fond du Lac returns to the Fond du Lac Co. Fairgrounds this Sunday. Click here for a full list of tasty events.

K107.1 political analyst Dr. Sean Foreman gave us an outsider's perspective on the turmoil in Madison. Dr. Foreman hosts his own radio show every Wednesday live from the campus of Barry University.

Off into February's final weekend with a look at new movies hitting theaters today. Owen Wilson returns with a Hall Pass, Nicolas Cage chooses to Drive Angry, and the Biebs is back with an expanded version of Never Say Never. A full list of those local offerings and showtimes is online at k107.com.

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Thursday 2/24 Live Blog

So long, Discovery. Our fondest memory will always be the time we went on a double date. Me and my girlfriend, you and that industrial-sized trash compactor. It was a drive-in movie, I recall. A midnight showing of Star Wars followed by milkshakes at Denny's. You cheered when the Death Star first appeared on screen and cried when it got blown to smithereens. Good times, old friend.

Weekend Buzz took us on an odyssey of events for February's last stand. Family fun rules at The Paine, the Bucks host the Bulls, and Taste of Fond du Lac is back! Get a full list on the Air-Tech Community Calendar at k107.com.

Eleanor Brown joined us to talk about her debut novel, The Weird Sisters. Explore the dynamic and strange Andreas family in the book, now in stores.

We talked Academy Awards with Movies.com critic Dave White. Contenders? Pretenders? Dave gave us a jump at finally winning the office Oscar pool. Catch the ceremony this Sunday night on ABC, with coverage from the red carpet starting right about nnnnnnow.

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Wednesday 2/23 Live Blog

Big news late yesterday as we finally got a glimpse at Lenore, the elusive subject of yearning in Edgar Allan Poe's The Raven. Funny how the raven itself also made it into the picture, but didn't you always picture Lenore to be taller? Something just seems a little off...

Dr. Jeff Junig made his monthly visit to talk conflict resolution. See Dr. J online or in person on Main Street at Fond du Lac Psychiatry.

A local production of Annie Jr. makes its way to Woodworth Middle School. Our pal Larry Warbucks stopped by with all the details. Be a part of the fun this Thursday through Sunday. Tickets available at the door.

Training a new puppy? Frustrated yet? Veterinarian Dr. Melinda had some tips and advice to new puppy owners, and the most common mistakes when it comes to housebreaking. Click here for more.

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Tuesday 2/22 Live Blog

Just barely getting over our Presidents Day hangover and looking forward to some quality time with the sunshine today. If anyone knows why Mary woke up with this Abe Lincoln beard, please let us know.

A Nick-n-Willy's New Release Tuesday sent some tasty love in your direction, and found Robert Downey Jr. in Due Date on DVD. You'll also find Robert Duvall in Get Low, Weeds: Season Six, and Will Ferrell as Megamind (in stores Friday). On the musical side of things, new drops from Adele, Jeff Beck, G. Love, and Johnny Cash(!) are released today.

Polly Blitzer gave us ways to look stylish on the red carpet. Mimic the look of your favorite celebs and find the hottest trends at BeautyBlitz.com.

The Wisconsin Singers come to the Fond du Lac PAC this Friday and one of those singers, Robin Whitty-Novotny, joined us with all the details. Call 920.979.1762 for tickets.

Do you have a picky eater in your house, or are you a picky eater yourself? Jessica Harper shared her recipes and rants as contained in her new work, The Crabby Cookbook. Find 135 almost-effortless recipes plus survival tips. Nice.

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Presidents Day 2/21 Live Blog

Looks like I picked the wrong week to put away my snow shovel. A full list of area school and event closings & cancellations amidst our snowy, freezing rainy, blustery Monday is online at k107.com, presented by Air-Tech Heating.

Author James Redfield is the man who brought us the renowned The Celestine Prophecy, and he's back with the latest in the series, The Twelfth Insight. James joined us to talk about the book and a new wave of religious tolerance.

We kicked off our Oscars Week with a look at the nominees for Best Picture. Test your knowledge about all things Academy this week for fabulous prizes and (more importantly) pride in a job well done.

Susan Anderson took your phone calls as she joined us for another Medium Monday. Put Susan's psychic powers to work for you online with private readings, books and more.

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Friday 2/18 Live Blog

(producers note: Jon & Mary have fled to an undisclosed location in Illinois and are doing this morning's show from the dumpster behind a Super 8 in Joliet...er, wait...no, not Joliet. It's an undisclosed location. Definitely NOT Joliet or even the Super 8 for that matter. Um...maybe they were headed to Indiana? Whatever you do, DON'T go looking for them in Joliet. Oh man, I am so fired.)

We've all had a Good Old Dog, haven't we? Animal behaviorist Nicholas Dodman joined us to talk about his new guide to keeping our aging dogs happy, healthy, and comfortable.

Taste of Fond du Lac presented by Horicon Bank returns to the Fond du Lac Co. Fairgrounds on Sunday, February 27! We had all the details on another tasty tour around our area, silent auction items, and more. Click here for more info.

As sturgeon spearing season enters its second weekend, we made some style points by giving away a pair of the ultra-cool Big Guy hats. Congrats to our winners and thanks to our sponsors at Lakeview Oil, Dutch's Trading Post, and Schmitty's Oar House for another successful season kick-off.

We wrapped up another week with a look at what's new in theaters today. Martin Lawrence gets the fat suit out of storage for Big Momma: Like Father, Like Son, Liam Neeson is Unknown, and mysteries abound in I Am Number Four (possibly starring Mr. Brett Favre?). Get a full list of local movies and showtimes at k107.com.

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A-Rod in Vegas

As mentioned this morning, Aaron Rodgers hit the strip last weekend to whoop it up tremendously. No word on whether he was with the gal in the pink dress or the one in black picking the popcorn out of her teeth...

Thursday 2/17 Live Blog

And the Lord said, "Uncle Leo, Hello!"

Weekend Buzz gave us a few ways to enjoy the mild weather over the next few days. Family fun is always in session at The Paine, or check out the Air-Tech Heating Community Calendar at k107.com for more super great ideas.

It was a spooky chat with author Deborah Harkness about her latest novel, A Discovery of Witches. Delve into the supernatural, alchemy, and the history of witchcraft in the book, now in stores.

Why not escape to gay Paree this autumn? Wayne and Valerie from Someday Travel joined us to talk about their next excursion to France, September 8-16. Check out SomedayTravel.com for more details and to register.

K107.1 Life Coach and all around great gal Mary T. Browne made her monthly visit, talking about ways to beat the winter blahs. Get more with Mary at her website.

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Wednesday 2/16 Live Blog

Our new favorite website combines three of our favorite things: waterfalls, sandwiches, and Tom Selleck. Click here to check it out, and be sure you scroll all the way down to the bottom and take a listen to the theme song. (and pleaseplease watch out for those mustache hairs in your eggsalad)

The MS Saturday Spin returns this weekend to the Forest Mall in Fond du Lac. Join us along with Team Fond du Lac/Oshkosh Cyclery as we broadcast live and raise cash to help find a cure for multiple sclerosis.

Make this year the year you find your dream job! Martin Yate provided plenty of advice as he chatted about his new book, Knock 'Em Dead 2011: The Ultimate Job Search Guide.

Did you know we've just entered the Chinese Year of the Rabbit? What does that mean and why should you care? Mary Shurtleff told us this could be a "golden" year for everyone, including Elmer Fudd. Get those details here.

Christina Meldrum joined us to talk about her latest novel, Amaryllis in Blueberry. Travel from the idyllic northwoods of Michigan to the exotic villages of West Africa while challenging your notions of family and truth.

NASCAR driver and Wausau native Scott Wimmer gave us a preview of the upcoming season, kicking off with this Sunday's Daytona 500. Look for Scott driving the #40 Chevy Impala in the NASCAR Nationwide Series this year.

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Tuesday 2/15 Live Blog

Ugh. So this is how Charlie Sheen feels after a night in the hot tub with his very expensive Valentine(s) and their very special "candy briefcase."

A Nick-n-Willy's New Release Tuesday told us Unstoppable is available today on DVD, alongside the documentary Waiting for 'Superman' and Woody Allen's You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger. Musical selections today include drops from Justin Bieber, Sonic Youth, Stryper, and PJ Harvey.

Get noticed, get hired, get rewarded with techniques author Jessica Kleiman shared with us. Her new book, Be Your Own Best Publicist, suggests using PR tactics to toot your own horn and make some noise to get the job of your dreams.

NASCAR driver and Wausau native Scott Wimmer gave us a preview of the upcoming season, kicking off with this Sunday's Daytona 500. Look for Scott driving the #40 Chevy Impala in the NASCAR Nationwide Series this year.

K107.1 numerologist Tania Gabrielle looked at how the numbers predicted a Packers win in Super Bowl XLV, why Christina Aguilera dropped a fail before the game, and whether the Pack can repeat in 2011. Sign up for Tania's FREE newsletter online.

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♥Valentine's Day 2/14 Live Blog♥

We ♥ our listeners! We ♥ our boss! We ♥ our smelly studio! We ♥ sturgeon! We ♥ finally figuring out how to make that little heart symbol on the keyboard! ♥♥♥♥♥♥

One final spin on our ♥Wheel of Love and a grand prize winner after all that hard work! Congrats to Kirk from West Bend for winning that overnight stay in the jacuzzi suite at the Ramada Plaza Hotel and tickets to see the Ides of March at the Weill Center on February 26!

Dr. Margaret McCraw stopped by to share The Relationship Code, a guide to finding the love you deserve this ♥Valentine's Day. Feel good about yourself and hold on to those warm fuzzies year round.

The Cooking Mom, Amy Hanten, made her weekly visit and had last-minute advice for your ♥Valentine feast. Amy can be seen weekdays on Fox 11's Living with Amy. Her debut cookbook is available at Festival Foods.

So maybe you're not all about love this ♥Valentine's Day? We got you ready for next year with Dr. Joy Browne and her 3rd edition of Dating for Dummies. Foolproof guidance for meeting Mr. or Ms. Right.

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Lookin' Stylish For Da Sturgeon

Looks like Jon and Mary in the Morning no longer need a Sturgeon mating call to get "The Big One." Thanks to Big Guy Hats for the Lake Winnebago fashion statement and make sure you stop out to Dutch's Trading Post, Schmitty's Oar House or Lakeview Oil Shell and sign up to win your very own!

Friday 2/11 Live Blog

Jon & Mary nestled all snug in their shantys, while visions of sturgeon danced in their heads (okay, it doesn't exactly rhyme, but you get the idea). The 2011 sturgeon spearing season kicks off tomorrow and we're getting set for the action by doing our show this morning live from the icy surface of Lake Winnebago!

Thanks to our sponsors Lake View Oil, Dutch's Trading Post, and Schmitty's Oar House. Don't forget to stop in for your chance to win an exclusive Big Guy Sturgeon Hat. Very stylish.

Thursday 2/10 Live Blog

R.I.P. Lulu Hogg. Wife of Boss, sister of Roscoe. She was 89.

Sturgeon spearing season kicks off this Saturday on mighty Lake Winnebago. Listen all week for updates as we get set to do our show LIVE from the ice tomorrow morning. Thanks to Dutch's Trading Post, Schmitty's Oar House, and Lake View Oil Shell.

The Wheel of Love spun 'round and 'round again this morning, getting you another fabulous prize just in time for Valentine's Day. Listen for your next chance to spin and win flowers, chocolates, jewelry, and more with Joey T on The Second Shift and right here tomorrow morning!

So what else is going on this weekend besides love and fish? Weekend Buzz took us around the South Valley, including more family fun at The Paine. Click over to k107.com for more on the Air-Tech Heating Community Calendar.

Soul mates are a bunch of crap!, says Dr. Dee Kite. Dee chatted with us about common "love myths" that hold us back from a fulfilling relationship. Her book, What You're Putting Up With Is Holding You Back, is now in stores.

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Wednesday 2/9 Live Blog

Now this is a shame.

Gastro Tommy was back with champagne and food pairings that'll tickle your valentine. Get more details and knowledge at GastroTommy.com. The Wheel of Love spun 'round and 'round again this morning, getting you another fabulous prize just in time for Valentine's Day. Listen for your next chance to spin and win flowers, chocolates, jewelry, and more tomorrow morning!

How about a ScreamFree Marriage this V-Day? Family therapist Hal Runkel gave us tips on calming down, growing up, and getting closer. Awwwwww...

Don't face Valentine's Day without the love doctor! Dr. Diana Kirschner returned to the show to talk about her new book, Sealing the Deal. Find out the biggest mistake women make in love relationships, the key to having a successful "talk", and the real laws of attraction.

Be rid of your fear, depression, emotional baggage in an instant? Sounds too good to be true, no? NY Times bestselling author Hale Dwoskin is behind a new film that helps you do those things and more. Letting Go: Transform Your Life -- Transform the World is on DVD and now in stores or online.

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A-Rod & Jordy on Sports Illustrated

Look for your full SBXLV recap inside. The issue hits newsstands (or your mailbox) on Wednesday.

Tuesday 2/8 Live Blog

'Twas a payoff Monday yesterday morning with Jon & Mary. Thanks to Sarah for stopping by the studio and providing Jon's official wardrobe of humiliation after he picked the Steelers to win Super Bowl XLV (click the pic for the finer details on that vest and those stylish legwarmers). Don't forget coverage of the Pack's "Return to Titletown" celebration will air right here live from Lambeau at 4 o'clock on K107.1.

Ron Bruch from the Wisconsin DNR stopped in to talk the 2011 sturgeon spearing season, which kicks off this Saturday on mighty Lake Winnebago. Listen all week for updates as we get set to do our show LIVE from the ice this Friday morning. Thanks to Dutch's Trading Post, Schmitty's Oar House, and Lake View Oil Shell. Sign up for Ron's daily sturgeon report by e-mailing him at ronald.bruch@wisconsin.gov.

A Nick-n-Willy's New Release Tuesday gets you Paranormal Activity 2 on DVD, along with Life as We Know It, For Colored Girls, and It's Kind of a Funny Story. Musical drops include new stuff from Motörhead, Jon Secada, Yanni, and the great Herb Alpert.

The Wheel of Love spun 'round and 'round again this morning, getting you another fabulous prize just in time for Valentine's Day. Listen for your next chance to spin and win flowers, chocolates, jewelry, and more tomorrow morning!

We email. We tweet. We facebook. We are Alone Together, according to the new book by Sherry Turkle. Sherry helped us delve into the new relationships between people and machines, a rather disturbing prospect.

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Monday 2/7 Live Blog

"O say do those Green Bay Pack...uh...Steel...uh...o'er the land of the rockets parting the red sea to shining sea...?"

As we exhale from that little ol' Super Bowl XLV thing, our focus shifts to Valentine's Day and our big Wheel of Love that has taken residence in the studio. Spin for your chance to win great V-Day prizes all week!

Spike had a final look back at the Packers' 2010 season with our final Packer Postgame Report. BIG win over the Steelers and now comes the defense of the title. Can they do it? Don't miss the "Return to Titletown" celebration live from Lambeau Field starting tomorrow afternoon at 4, and catch every snap of the 2011 season right here on K107.1.

Lynn Roethke from Club Olympia made a visit with tips on re-starting those stalled New Year's Resolutions. Now that the Super Bowl buffet is closed, maybe it's time to get back on track?

Sturgeon spearing season kicks off this Saturday on mighty Lake Winnebago. Listen all week for updates as we get set to do our show LIVE from the ice this Friday morning. Thanks to Dutch's Trading Post, Schmitty's Oar House, and Lake View Oil Shell.

We took a final look back at the winners and losers in Super Bowl ads. Bieber? Dead grandpa brought back by Doritos? Eminem drives a Chrysler? Ken Wheaton From Advertising Age joined us with a recap. See all the ads you might have missed just by clicking here.

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Friday 2/4 Live Blog

Nothin' but excitement as our Super Bowl Eve Eve has arrived! Jon is wearing that stylish Steelers hat (as pictured with duckie life preserver in background), Mary is wearing her stylish Packer gear (not pictured) and NOW we find out the stunning news that both Heidi Klum and Maria Menounos are picking the Pack to win?!? Quite a day, kiddies...

Spike dropped in with the Super Bowl XLV edition of our Johnsonville Packer Preview. The Packers take on the Steelers live from Dallas this Sunday on K107.1. Our coverage starts at noon, kickoff at 5:30.

Disney on Ice comes to the U.S. Cellular Arena in Milwaukee next Thursday. We had your final family 4-pack of tickets for this show, but listen starting next week for more chances to win as Mickey & Co. move to the Resch Center in Green Bay.

Gastro Tommy himself joined us with a look at wine and cheese pairings for your Super Bowl party. Build your knowledge online at gastrotommy.com, proud sponsor of the Jon & Mary blog.

Sports Illustrated's L. Jon Wertheim gave us a look at the big game and a look at his new book, Scorecasting. Learn the hidden influences behind how sports are played and games are won.

We wrapped up a busy show with a look at what's new in theaters...and let's just say it's a good thing we have football to keep us entertained this weekend. The Roommate and Sanctum lead the charge for your moviegoing dollar. Find a full list of local selections and showtimes online at k107.com.

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Thursday 2/3 Live Blog

The rise 'n shine is on with Jon & Mary in the Morning, spotting that rarest of rare sights around the state of Wisconsin these days: dry pavement.

Weekend Buzz took us on a tour of hot events in our area over the next few days. Of course we focused mostly on what's happening Saturday, since we heard you already had plans for Sunday. Click over to k107.com for more fun on the Air-Tech Heating Community Calendar.

Day 4 of K107.1's Super Week and more chances to win stylish t-shirts from Hopper's, delish Johnsonville brats, and cool Packer swag every morning! It all leads to Super Bowl XLV and the Packers vs. the Steelers this Sunday on K107.1, coverage starts at noon.

Disney on Ice comes to the U.S. Cellular Arena in Milwaukee on Thursday, February 10. Keep it here on K107.1 for your chance to win family 4-packs of tickets all week!

Dr. Louann Brizendine joined us with a fascinating look at how men and boys think. Her breakthrough research is detailed in The Male Brain, now in stores.

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Groundhog Day 2/2 Live Blog

Well at least we managed to get the radio station dug out from our big Blizzard O' Whimsy.

It's fierce out there this morning as that blizzard warning is still in effect until noon. EVERY SCHOOL in our area is closed, and we strongly recommend you call ahead for everything else. As always, check out k107.com for updates presented by Air-Tech Heating.

Day 3 of K107.1's Super Week and more chances to win stylish t-shirts from Hopper's, delish Johnsonville brats, and cool Packer swag every morning! It all leads to Super Bowl XLV and the Packers vs. the Steelers this Sunday on K107.1, coverage starts at noon.

Disney on Ice comes to the U.S. Cellular Arena in Milwaukee on Thursday, February 10. Keep it here on K107.1 for your chance to win family 4-packs of tickets all week!

Among the guest we are hoping to chat with this morning: Dr. Ann Sosalla from Companion Animal Care, Jay Humfeld talking the 2nd annual Fond du Lac Brewfest, and our political expert (and Pittsburgh native) Dr. Sean Foreman explaining why he loves the Steelers so darn much. No guarantees on those guests, but we'll do our best...

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Tuesday 2/1 Live Blog

Day 2 of K107.1's Super Week leading up to Super Bowl XLV finds us buried under just a tiny bit of snow. If you haven't noticed the 4-6" already on the ground, just wait 'til we get that additional 5-8" throughout today and overnight! As always, we've got your full listing of cancellations and delays at k107.com (and be sure to bring little Taco and her little Packers sweater indoors before she freezes her cheese).

A snowy Nick-n-Willy's New Release Tuesday finds some indoors entertainment in stores today. On DVD, pick up Beverly Hills Chihuahua 2 (yes! Taco will love it!), Welcome to the Rileys, Never Let Me Go, and Conviction. Over in the music aisle you'll get your hands on new drops from Ricky Martin, Aretha Franklin, and The Best of Soul Train 2.

Our big week means more chances to win stylish t-shirts from Hopper's, delish Johnsonville brats, and cool Packer swag every morning! It all leads to Super Bowl XLV and the Packers vs. the Steelers this Sunday on K107.1, coverage starts at noon.

Disney on Ice comes to the U.S. Cellular Arena in Milwaukee on Thursday, February 10. Keep it here on K107.1 for your chance to win family 4-packs of tickets all week!

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