Everything You Need to Know Before the Holidays Hit

What NOT to Bring to a Holiday Party: Holiday parties are stressful enough so don’t make it worse with your contribution. We’re running through the biggest party faux pas, what never goes over well, and what you should bring instead. If you’ve ever second-guessed your dish on the way over, this episode is for you.   DM Dilemma's: Are Christmas bonuses guaranteed or just a nice surprise? After a listener DM’d us, we unpack what’s normal, what’s not, and how to navigate it if you’re left empty-handed.  What's Trending: From weather check-ins to pop culture wins, we’ve got you covered. Taylor Swift breaks another record, Ed Sheeran shows off his gym era, Taco Bell resurrects the Quesarito, plus the latest in sports.  Second Date Update: Mark called about Elise saying she’s classy, funny, and full of laughs. They bonded over favorite movies, swapped quotes, and even dreamed about escaping the work grind with a weekend getaway. Sparks were definitely flying so why did she ghost?  Nearly Half Of U.S. Workers Are Already Checked Out For The Year: Still going to work but not really working? Same. We talk about the survey that says December 15 was the last productive day of the year, why so many employees are in “holidaze” mode, and whether easing up at work is actually understandable.  Good News: A mom’s unexpected ability to breastfeed turned into thousands of feeds for premature babies. We discuss Lauren Hildebrant’s story, the role of milk banks like WakeMed, and how simple the donation process can be for parents who want to help.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.