Each day, Rich Terfry and Radio 2 Drive wraps up your day with music and stories about the interesting things going on in the world. Now, you can follow along at home. Here are the stories we're talking about today.
JUNK IN THE TRUNK
Some pets are just jerks.
And some are more clumsy than others:
It's branded as a “unique combination of two popular breakfast flavors.” The folks at Smuckers sure did pick two of the best: bacon and maple syrup. They've combined them in a sauce that would go perfect over some pancakes. Some people are slightly concerned that neither bacon nor maple syrup are ingredients, but if it tastes good I'm sure those complaints will subside.
The folks behind Mr. Rogers Remixed and Bob Ross Remixed, now the cooking variety. PBS presents, Julia Child Remixed:
SHOWTIME
3:30 p.m.
Drive kicks off with music from Norah Jones this afternoon. Take in a live performance she gave on the Letterman Show to satisfy your live music cravings.
3:40 p.m.
Dictionaries near you have some fresh new slang. This explosive and profane expression even has a Canadian connection.
3:50 p.m.
Born on this day, David Crosby. The famed singer songwriter has been inducted to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice. Once for his work with The Byrds, and once with Crosby, Stills and Nash.
4:15 p.m.
Allen and Violet Large won 11 Million from a lottery in 2010. They gave every bit away, to family, to the Red Cross, anywhere they could think needed it. And they aren't the only ones.
Check out 5 other stories of charitable lottery winners, including one win of over 200 Million dollars.
4:40 p.m.
In the spotlight today: Our daily look at new music features Alabama Shakes and "Hang Loose".
5:10 p.m.
Some heroes come in unexpected packages. For example, this one pup that saved two young girls lost in a forest. The emergency crews were looking, as was a police K9 unit, plus some distressed parents. However, it was a young chihuahua that saved the day. The owner says the dog knew the girls and their scent well. It isn't every day a dog that small is a hero.
5:25 p.m.
In the spotlight today: Our daily look at new music features Jeremy Fisher and "I Lost My Baby".
6:35 p.m.
In the spotlight today: Our daily look at new music features Bobby Womack and "Please Forgive My Heart".
6:55 p.m.
Today marks the sad passing of Roy Buchanan. 14 years ago, we lost a legend of over 15 solo albums. The man was a true pioneer of the Telecaster sound.