Good Morning Monterey Bay

In good news we heard of two people setting good examples of how to treat others. First the CEO of Fiberbrand was very generous with his employees. Then Rick Steves saved the Lynnwood Hygiene Center. Rachael Shelton gave us some TV show recommendations. She suggested we ought to use the power sources aliens use, which she heard about at the recent Disclosure event. We also got tips on eavesdropping and the importance women place on getting all the details. Finally, we learned that "Evening Rachael" is not the same person as regular Rachael.

In Spain there is a lottery with a prize called El Gordo. Residents of a town that recently suffered a fire shared El Gordo recently. In another fire-related story in the good news, a lady got back her wedding dress. Mark Mozena's topics were these. Longtime CEO of ULA (United Launch Alliance) leaves rocket company abruptly.  White House planning to dismantle and close the country’s largest weather research center (NCAR in Colorado) for being ‘too climate alarmist’ in their climate research Data centers in space are becoming a popular topic to address energy (and environmental) concerns New uniforms for Space Force Gail Pellerin joined us to discuss the recent power outages, housing, running for re-election, human trafficking and regulating artificial intelligence.  

A woman with a diagnosis of terminal cancer mentioned it online and requested Christmas cards at the same time, expecting to get ten or fifteen. She got more than that. In the third hour Santa Claus was here. How did we know he is the real Santa? He played the ukulele and sang songs, so of course he was.

In good news we heard of a group in India that restores bodies of water, and of a secret Santa in Idaho that gives money to people who are in need. Rachael Shelton was in the studio, with the traditional Christmas gift of magnesium. We learned proper etiquette expected of one attending a dinner party.

Betty Reid Soskin was the oldest serving park ranger. She died yesterday. Wallace Bain still lives, but he announced his retirement. Mark Mozena brought us space news. Jared Isaacman has been sworn in and took over as NASA Administrator White House releases a new executive order of space First wheelchair user just traveled beyond Karman line on a rocket Russia announced new plan for its next space station after the international space station is debited in 2030 Japanese rocket failure yesterday.  Michael Olson told us of a plan to make Americans healthier by making American soil healthier

Dr. Pete talked a lot about baking cookies, which does not require years of vet school to do. That was followed by the less appetizing topic of vitriol in dogs' eyes. We also heard about what treats to leave for reindeer. In good news we heard that the Australian fellow who recently disarmed a shooter at Bondi Beach was the recipient of two and a half million dollars raised via gofundme. We learned a fellow known only as John helped catch the man who killed two people at Brown university and one at MIT. There was also a story that would probably make a good movie, of a pet that was reunited after years and many miles of separation from its family. Alex and Rosemary had the same movie pick of the week: Is This Thing On? We wished Phil in Sarasota a special happy birthday.

In good news we learned of a project in Australia to restore forests lost in their terrible wildfires of a few years ago. We also heard of a program to connect people with real grandmothers for chat on any topic. Gary Shapiro reminded us of the vast body of work from Rob Reiner, discussing several of the movies he directed. Jeff Manke participated in the annual Christmas count of birds again this year, just yesterday. We got a rundown of the results, as well as recommendations for Christmas gifts for birders or aspiring birders.

Rosemary was back in the studio today, and shared the story of her adventure in the hospital in recent days. Operation Thunder took place in 134 countries. Many animals and animal parts were seized. Ben Burns had a lemonade stand and gave have the take to VCUM. JM Brown raised money for the natural history museum. Jaime Smith had lots of good ideas for hors d'oeuvre, including getting them at Costco. Gary Shapiro read Scott Brogan's book Judy Garland: The Voice of MGM. It gives a look at lots of what went on behind the scenes.

Susan O'Connor-Fraser filled in for Rosemary today. Rosemary anticipates returning tomorrow. CNN's heros of the year includes a Chicago couple helping young people stay on the straight and narrow by growing and selling flowers, as well as a man with a corgi in a backpack who cheers up others. Rachael told another of her serpentine-pathed stories. It began somewhere near cookie dough-induced food poisoning and meandered past her uncle dying on Christmas day, but found its way back. John Laird's household is being terrorized by two young cats, holding his Christmas tree hostage. Of course he also spoke of the housing going up in the area and the controversy around that.

Dr. Pete taught us that when a dog's ear is irritated and it shakes its head, it is less often due to an infection and more often due to allergies, which can also be treated. We learned that dogs and cats can carry and spread the flu. We also heart about Nystagmus. Good news was exciting. There are bunches of dinosaur footprints in Bolivia and a giant underwater wall in Brittany. Rosemary's movie pick of the week was The King of Color, a documentary. Alex agreed, but had several picks, including multiple horror movies. Charlie Keutman talked a little bit about bare root roses, as it is the season. He talked a lot more about Christmas gifts for gardeners, as it is that season as well.

In good news, we heard of an animal that has gone from extinct in the wild to merely endangered. That is the scimitar-horned oryx. In more good news, Jonny Fabulous was with us in the studio. He shared music and stories with us, as he always does. He let us know he is working on a Christmas album. He's doing his annual Christmas sing-along at the Sand Bar in Capitola on the 17th. That is always fun.

Mari Segura filled in for Rosemary today. She and Jaime Smith talked of buñuelos nad champurados. We enjoyed disco Christmas songs for the bumper music today.

Mark Mozena was with us to talk space. Jared Isaacman’s second hearing to become NASA Administrator - China China China Combined with a China Space hearing on Congress New study showing impact of satellites on astronomy - impacting future science missions NASA spacecraft hacking vulnerability found by AI software…undetected for years Gemini’s meteor shower next weekend - should be dark skies In the ag report we heard that many of the local Christmas tree farms have not yet recovered from the CZU fire that burned in 2020. We also learned that plastic Christmas trees are not trees.

Dr. Pete told us all about ear hematomas in dogs. Also, now we know not to let our pets drink from the water in which we place our Christmas tree. In good news we heard of three nuns who had been moved from their abbey to a nursing home. They liberated themselves and made it back to the abbey, where they are going to get to stay. Charlie Keutman taught us how to grow a Christmas tree, or how to treat one if we get a live one. We also learned about poinsettias.   

An Australian fellow shows the way, helping an 88-year-old man who still works full-time. Sasha DiGiulian climbed El Capitan in Yosemite via the Direct Line, the first woman to free climb it. Gary Shapiro had more to tell us about White Christmas, the movie. Then he gave us some of the history of studios losing a bit of their grip on the control of movie-making, with a shift from factory-style production to a system where movies can be made by all. Rob Oliveros joined us for the entire third hour. He started the facebook group Santa Cruz Against Runaway Development. There is lots of building happening locally with even more planned. Rob wants to keep the developers in check, and keep them honest. It is a big task, and he will be back with us again.

We heard of Catholic charity converting the popemobile into a mobile pediatric medical clinic for treating children in Gaza. Also, Claude the albino Crocodile, ambassador of the California Academy of Sciences, has died. Jaime Smith addressed the perennial question, how long do Thanksgiving leftovers remain okay to eat? Gary Shapiro told us of the movie Holiday Inn, then showed his prowess by doing well on the trivia quiz Bill presented to Rosemary the prior Monday. The topic was the movie's remake, "White Christmas."

In good news we heard of several small countries that have qualified for the world cup. Also, leopards are making a comeback on the west coast of South Africa, after 170 years. Gary Shapiro joined us to discuss concert movies, of which there are apparently very many. He would like even more.

Jaime Smith talked of Thanksgiving foods, naturally. Gary Shapiro is reading When Caesar Was King, a story about Sid Caesar and early days of television. He also informed Bill that Jodie Foster is indeed still working, and doing some of her best work now. Jeff Manke educated us on the conflict between spotted owls and barred owls.

Gail Pellerin discussed elections and being thankful. Mark Mozena was with us after having been away for a couple weeks. China has three astronauts stuck on station after space debris damaged the return spacecraft. They will launch a new return spacecraft this week.   Trump has renominated Jared Isaacman for NASA Administrator.  A leaked version of Jared’s Project Athena outlines his plans for NASA.  Blue Origin launched and landed New Glenn on a barge in Florida for the first time. Included a NASA mission to Mars - Escapade (to study Mars’ magnetosphere and atmosphere) Europe likely rewriting their Space Policy proposal after widespread complaints and concerns.  Auroras were phenomenal last week due to a solar storm.  Leo is meteor shower is peaking tonight.  Catherine Barr joined Michael Olson for the ag report. We talked farmers' markets.  

Dr. Pete says when a dog has what looks like pepper on its snout, or elsewhere, it can be flea dirt. He told us about various flea treatments. He also discussed what a practice manager does in a veterinary office. Charlie Keutman taught us all we need to know about having a live Christmas tree. Some popular choices are Noble fir, Douglas fir, Colorado blue spruce and Cork bark fir. He suggested we treat a new tree like a pet.

In good news we heard of a young man in Australia who found a fairly large sum of money, returned it and was rewarded for it. We also learned that zipper design has had a major change, for the first time in 100years. It was a blustery day, as evidenced by the rapidly changing traffic reports.

Dr. Pete heard the story of Jack running off with a couple other dogs during a walk. Naughty boy. He then told us about cloning dogs. That results in an animal that probably looks like the original, but will likely not act the same. We heard of a dognapping. The time change we go through twice a year does have an impact on our dogs. Speaking of dogs, in the good news we heard of a dog trained to track people by scent, who helped rescue a lost toddler. Charlie Keutman told us ALL about camellias.

Used car salesman have a reputation for being somewhat slimy, but it is not so, at least not always, and in the good news segment we heard that demonstrated. We also heard of a Portland coffee shop raising a great deal of money to assist people undergoing hardship due to SNAP delays. Gary Shapiro knows lots about singers who also acted in movies. If you listen, you will too. Rosemary got a new purse.

Jaime Smith covered early preparation for Thanksgiving dinner. Next week we will get into it more deeply. Gary Shapiro has been reading Paul McCartney's book Wings: The Story of a Band on the Run, and told us about it. Lynn Robinson is the former Executive Director of Valley Churches United Ministries. She reminisced about her time there, and reminded us of the gift boutique at 9400 Highway 9. Through it they raise funds for the food pantry, which this year will likely be needed more than ever.

In good news we heard more about the fellow who saved people during the mass stabbing on a train in England. We now know who he is, and a bit more about just what happened. We heard of two more heroes as well. They spotted a fire at the back end of a school bus. They alerted the driver and assisted in evacuating the bus just moments before the whole thing caught flame. Rachael Shelton talked of Halloween and how fortunate she is to have access to the mind of a 24-year-old, so she can stay in the know.

In good news we heard of a stabbing on an English train, and the heroes who arranged to use the emergency stop to stop the train in a station, so police could board and medical personnel could treat the wounded. We also heard of the Dodgers win over the Blue Jays, making them the first team in 25 years to win back-to-back world series. Gail Pellerin was with us. She weighed in on getting out the vote tomorrow, passing prop 50, whether affordable housing being built really will be, and oil drilling off the coast, of which she is not in favor. In the Ag report Michael Olson discussed the ending of SNAP due to the government shutdown. He suggests letting SNAP funds be redeemable at local farmers' markets, in conjunction with the Market Match program.

Rocky Snyder filled in for Rosemary. We learned what were the best and the worst Halloween costumes he has worn. Jaime Smith made things simple for us. Chicken and broccoli. He also let us know how to make food sweet without sugar. Gary Shapiro told us all about Joan Crawford.

Rocky Snyder joined us in the studio for the first hour. He will be filling in for Rosemary once or twice while she is away in the next couple weeks. Dr. Pete talked about cats and the noises they make, sunburn in cats, skin cancer in cats and cattle, and finally all about something of which he is a fan, registered vet techs. In good news we heard of the photo of a sea otter taken by Shmuel Thaler, and about Francine the wayward cat that was found. Alex did not make it for the movie reviews, but we heard them anyway. The pick of the week was Good Fortune, with Keanu Reeves as an inept Angel Gabriel. Charlie Keutman, after a bit of chat about the Homeless Garden Project, told us what can be planted this time of year to add some Halloween colors to our garden. They included these. kufia vermillionaire lion's tale, or leonotis garden mums

We heard of Mr. T, the runaway tortoise, who was rescued from train tracks and reunited with his family. Then there was a tale of a stained glass window purchased for 25 dollars, which turned out to likely have belonged to King Robert the first, of England. One of us, before today, had never heard of Overly Attached Girlfriend.

In Good News we heard of John Lodge, leader of the Moody Blues who just died. We learned of a taco hero who saved the day and then got his own reward. Jaime Smith talked shepherd's pie with us. Jeff Manke saw cackling geese in Alameda. He returned recently from a four-day field trip to the eastern Sierras, where the trees are turning color. We learned why there are so few birds in a redwood forest.

Rachael shared a story of facing her fears related to driving on the freeway, and on the hill. John Laird's Senate Bill 283 has been signed by the governor. The senator came on to tell us all about it.

Dr. Pete had tips for traveling with pets. There was much talk of dogs drinking water, and too much talk of dogs smelling other dogs' butts. Charlie Keutman had news of tomatos, avacados and farmers markets. Then he spoke of flowers of the season, like calendulas and snapdragons.

In good news we heard of the Nobel prize for literature going to a Hungarian, and of a woman who never had a bedroom of her own finally getting one from her daughter. Gary Shapiro had stories about Buster Keaton to share. Janet Romanowski, president of the board of Think Local First told us of the upcoming Boots and Beers celebration and fundraiser for Seabright area businesses, coming up October 12.

The Nobel price for chemistry was announced. In good news we heard of it, as well as of several motorists, strangers to each other, who banded together to rescue a woman trapped by a crashed air ambulance. Jaime Smith talked chicken. Even boiled chicken can be good. Gary told us of his recent trip to New York City.

We heard of an Australian dog who temporarily became a surrogate mother to a baby koala, carrying the bear on it's back. Then we learned of the Nobel in physics being awarded to a team of three for quantum tunneling. Rachel discussed texting, a book about chickens and how youth is wasted on the young. Trisha Webber, county registrar, joined us to talk about the upcoming election. People interested in temporary employment related to the election should send an e-mail message to [email protected] .

We heard of the Nobel in medicine being awarded and of treasure found in Florida. Dan Haifley was part of a team given an award for a documentary film about the origins of the Monterey Bay Sanctuary. He told of a treaty recently signed to govern the high seas, which comprise about 60 percent of the world's oceans. In the ag report we heard that harvest time is coming. Many local farms are hosting tours. It is a good time to visit them now.

Dr. Pete, motivated by the recent passing of Jane Goodall, related his own stories of his experiences with primates, including being the surrogate parent to an orphaned baboon. Charlie Keutman knows tons about flowers that grow from bulbs, and shared lots of what he knows with us. Lee Solomon, formerly of KSBW and then KION joined us in the studio. First we talked fishing. Then he told us about The 831, an independent journalism collective out of Santa Cruz, San Benito and Monterey counties. You can follow them on Facebook, and subscribe at Substack.

We learned what a British family eats at Christmas time. At least one particular family does. In the good news we heard all about Jane Goodall, who died the day before. We enjoyed music by Neil Diamond during the transitions today.

We may have set a record for number of topics in the good news segment. Chunk was the winner of Fat Bear Week this year. Atlanta has a Sponge Park that cleverly serves a purpose. A 4,500 foot new tunnel linking Austria and Italy will be a boon. Capitola leaders are doing the right thing at Bay Avenue and Hill Street. Jaime Smith talked apples. He did at one point, in discussing tuna salad recipes, say the phrase "Granny Smith." Listen to find out whether he was referring to a relative or a fruit.

A Scottish tree has won tree of the year for the UK. It is an ash. A local fellow from Santa Cruz High has given the proceeds of a lemonade sale to the Second Harvest Food Bank. Over the years he has had other lemonade sales for the same purpose. All together he has raised 27,000 dollars for Second Harvest. Rachael Shelton can elicit the same response in her brother that her grandmother and great uncle used to bring about in her, when quizzing her on her dietary choices. John Laird shared memories of Mike Rotkin, who left us recently. John spoke at his memorial. He was also present for the ground-breaking for the Cabrillo and UCSC housing project that will be located at Cabrillo.

In good news we heard of a young couple going on safari in South Africa who decided to treat the driver who delivered them to the safari, and they paid to take him with them. Then we celebrated all the winners of the apple pie-making contest at this year's Santa Cruz County Fair. In the ag report we heard that cows at the Cotoni-Coast Dairy National Monument will be outfitted with solar powered collars that direct them away from humans. That will allow hikers on trails there to hike unmolested by the local cattle that live there.

Dr. Pete discussed ostriches, including bird flu necessitating the culling of many as well as raising them commercially for food. Also, they are pretty good kickers, according to him. Charlie Keutman drove through the Sierras recently, where he saw Quaking Aspen, which have turned color. That got us to talking about trees that can grow here that turn color, like Chinese Pistache, Ginkgo Biloba, Japanese Maple, Crepe Myrtle and Dogwood. Baily Hogan, marketing manager for Hook stores was with us to talk about her business.

Jaime Smith discussed all manner of salt. We heard of table salt, Kosher salt, pink salt, Maldon salt, smoked salt and Himalayan salt. Scott Rolf from state parks says 4,000 residents filled out the survey telling how they'd like to use Seacliff State Beach. Jeff Manke let us know that last night 100,000 birds migrated south past Santa Cruz. There are lots of shore birds to see in this area, and he let us know several places to view them. We also heard about bossy birds, intoxicated birds and hummingbirds, waxwings and the greater awk.

Liliana Eymann joined us in the studio, with her mother and grandmother. She is a sophomore at Santa Cruz High School. She has been a ballerina since she was three years old. She dances with International Academy of Dance. This year, in their performance of Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker, Liliana will dance the parts of both Clara and the Snow Queen. Dr. Dawn Motyka gave us the skinny on tylenol, autism and how much truth there is to recent announcements from the FDA.

Gail Pellerin recently attended a Care Fair, promoting physical wellness and mental health. She said she and all the other legislators are concerned after the recent political assassination. We need to be able to speak freely without worry of acts like what happened in Orem. Mark Mozena wished us a Happy Autumnal Equinox and discussed these with us. NASA announces new astronaut class today.  New solar telescope mission launches tomorrow - IMAP Amazing video from blue origin launch of camera in space Another great video - fly through stellar nurseries made by 3D images from Gaia space Telescope Ron Haedicke was happy to report a very successful Santa Cruz County Fair, and pledged to bring it back again next year and again after that.    

Sean Burns of the Save the Wave Coalition joined us in the first hour. He told us about an amazing report that puts a dollar value to the worth of surfing. Dr. Pete had a story about an ESA. That stands for emotional support animal, right? Nope. This time it was emotional support alligator. Mange in dogs was thoroughly described, followed by hypothyroidism. What is the winning name in the contest to name the deleafing locomotive in England? Control-Alt-Deleaf. Rosemary and Alex agreed on their picks for movies this week. Number one for each was The Senior. After that, The Lost Bus.

In  good news we had three stories. One was of the aftermath of the terrible wildland fires in Australia in 2019. They were followed by the springing up of 4,000 orchids that had not been seen there in ages. Then we heard of the couple who crashed their car into a mangrove swamp at night. They were able to get 911 by cell phone, and two deputies went into the water. They broke the windows and rescued the couple. Lastly we heard of a school shooting on 9/10 in Colorado. Two students were shot. One shielded the other with his own body. Both survived. We listened to music from Bollywood today, along with some other funky Indian music.

We heard of a pair of brothers, one snatched from a train and the other not, reunited after 50 years. They were put together again by the UK television show Long Lost Family. Jaime Smith and Rosemary discussed fruit with yogurt, a new Japanese food store coming to Capitola, apples being popular now and how to freeze applesauce. We were joined by Daria Troxill, director of the current play at Mountain Community Theater. That play is The Adams Family.

We heard of a 12-year-old boy who read books to special needs kids over zoom. He did it for several years, developing relationships with the children over time. The parents consider it quite a boon. Robert Redford just died. We had lots of good things to say about him, including in the good news segment. Rachael Shelton talked geriatric chickens. She did some sleuthing to determine why some of their younger coop mates were dying. Uncle Jerry left us recently, but Rachael described how she still feels his influence in the garden.

In good news we heard of an Indian hospital in a train car, and an older gent who, upon retirement, followed his dream of joining the marching band at Louisiana State University. Mark Mozena had some particularly interesting topics today. Scientists announce potential biosignature on Mars - best clue yet of ancient microbial life on Mars.  Congress had a hearing on UFOs/UAPs US Air Force funding demonstrations using rockets to deliver cargo anywhere on earth in 1 hr Drama over “China beating the US to moon”… Solar eclipse this week but not in the US. whomp whomp Michael Olson's ag report this week was about honeybees.