The Anna and Raven Show

Every week Anna and Raven invite a middle school student to participate in Middle Schooler News! They report the headline news and Anna and Raven comment on it! This week Ava joins the show and Anna and Raven find out what’s going on in the world! 

What happens to your social media after you die? AI supposedly will take over our Facebooks after we die. Posting and commenting as usual, just like you are doing it. What is happening? 
WEEK IN NEWS! From spring break TSA lines, back to the Italian espresso scandal (?), to Timothy Chalamet's bad timing opinions, it’s former Producer Jon and his Guitar to run this week's headlines back for you!  
 Trending today: It is a superstitious weekend... if you're not that type of person: HIDE! Friday the 13th for the second month in a row. It Freaky Friday- 6 months on th...

Inheriting clothes/belongings after they pass away. Anna thinks jewelry passes, clothes don’t. Raven disagrees and still wears late friends' clothes. Where do you draw the “this may be weird” line? 
Pick em’ news! 3 headlines- Raven picks one to hear the story. Today is: Over puppy yoga? Try it with snakes! 2. Woman sues Donny Osmond, claims she was injured by plastic balls at his concert 3. Food stand was overwhelmed when 600 tubs of onion dip mysteriously appeared! 
Calling all boujee pet owners! Anna is not as boujee as she thought, with her expensive food. Raven spends a littleeee bit more...

The outcome of your marriage may come down to one brief moment of your life. The cutting of the cake at your wedding. Photographers say if the cake is shoved, things may not work out. Who can attest for this theory? Anna and Raven... attempt to. 

Needoh. What? Kids and adults who need to relax and take a mind break are using this new “fidget spinner” like device. They are getting so wide spread now, its officially “banned from school” stage. If your kid comes home asking for one- now you know. Raven tries one. 

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Ravens wife, Alicia, received a “Boy Wrapped Gift” on her birthday this weekend. Which brings Anna and Raven to the topic... What do you silently judge someone about? Having no wrapping skills and bragging about not voting? Speaker phone in the store. 
An Italian exchange student was brought to Olive Garden from his host family.  Anna quizzes her restaurant owner Italian father on the “Italian food” American's eat... and if its really Italian 
Anna went to an 80s themed fundraiser this weekend and it threw her back to high school immediately. She could see the cliques from a mile away...

Is it the downfall of ChatGPT? People believe they are being spied on. Have no fear, your entire phone is spying on you! Are we scared of AI or using it to the fullest potential? 
The white lotus effect? Are you envious of the beautiful locations? Maybe it is just the adrenaline rush of the murder mystery. Good news, keep an eye out- they are coming around! 
Anna’s Oura ring slightly disappointed her when she realized it didn’t save her life. Her ring spoke to her again. To let her know her true thoughts about Annas recent...

Clinical psychologist, international trainer, and a leading expert on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dr. Diana Hill joins Anna and Raven today for workout motivation and the psychological barriers that come between you and the gym!

Every week Anna and Raven invite a middle school student to participate in Middle Schooler News! They report the headline news and Anna and Raven comment on it! This week Stella, Madeline and Scarlett joins the show and Anna and Raven find out what’s going on in the world! 

Former producer Jon is BACK (for 5 minutes). You guessed it- with his guitar. Jon is singing today's pop culture headlines to Anna and Raven. What better way is there to start your Friday morning!  
A quarter of your paycheck.... on what?! Stats show beauty supplies take up 25% of a women's check. For these numbers to be so high, what can people possibly be buying weekly? How much do you spend on Beauty products? 
Microwave in the island, hidden toaster, cabinet fridge? Do you have any of these? You are rich. Anna and Raven discuss what you see in a...

Alyssa Liu would give absolutely no advice to her younger self. Just let herself ride it out just like she did. Producer Sophia, Producer Justin, Anna & Raven all give their advice. 
Its Pick em’ news! 3 headlines, Raven can only hear one story. Today’s headlines are... Mayhem and destruction at a fast-food drive-thru, missing man found over a week later trapped in shoulder deep mud, callers to Washington State hotline press 2 for Spanish get accented ai English instead. What will he choose?  
Uber now calls for you to make 37 decisions before you can just call a ride. Music or no...

Dr. Joshua Eyler, Senior Director of The Center for Excellence In Teaching and Learning at the University of Mississippi join Anna and Raven to educate on how harmful grades really are on students and the growing mind. Check out his book here! https://www.amazon.com/Failing-Our-Future-Grades-Students/dp/1421449935 
There is nothing like an awful tattoo. Something that is stuck with you forever because of a decision made in a split second. Good news- Your embarrassing tattoos are cool again. Anna and Raven discuss their own bad tattoo decisions. 
Justin Timberlake is on the hunt to stop the cop fo...

Traci Brown is the #3 body language expert in the world and a leader in training people to increase sales by detecting deception. Today we’re in for some fun! She’s going to share with us secrets of exactly how to tell whose pants are on fire. Get ready. It’s about to get hot in here!

Dr. Joshua Eyler, Senior Director of The Center for Excellence In Teaching and Learning at the University of Mississippi join Anna and Raven to educate on how harmful grades really are on students and the growing mind. Check out his book here! https://www.amazon.com/Failing-Our-Future-Grades-Students/dp/1421449935

From the "Haunted AF" podcast, Julie Fisk discusses the most Haunted Houses in America with Anna and Raven. 
https://linktr.ee/HauntedAF

Jim Carrey had a questionable look receiving his lifetime award, leaving viewers to believe he was cloned. Or he is just aging and his face is changing. Is it an alien under a mask or is it his mid 60’s?  
Everyone has a creepy house on their street. An abandoned Plainfield, IL house was flashing SOS signals, with no one living on the premise. Unfortunately, no answers yet. What’s your creepy house story? 
From The Haunted AF Podcast, Julie Fisk joins Anna and Raven on the show to discuss the 3 most haunted, creepiest houses in America.  
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 Whether you’re a new listener or have been here since the start, Anna and Raven introduce themselves and are extremely thrilled to have you on board this wild journey. It's a great time, you won't regret it! 
Anna had a red flag feeling about a company's 85% success rate- especially considering she’d be paying a chunk of money to this company. What percent is too low?  
Alyssa Lius' piercings that look painful were apparently easier than we all assumed. Mind you, she did it herself. Producer Justin has a painful piercing story after his pre- apprentice friend used hi...

Who said “I love you” first in your relationship? A new study came out that the answer is very heavily skewed by gender, so Anna and Raven called their respective spouses to reminisce! 
What do guys do that they think is impressive, but really isn’t?  Anna’s friend is getting back into the dating scene, and Anna couldn’t believe some of the messages that men have sent her! 
How much can you tell about a person, for better or worse, about how they decorate their property?  What’s the dumbest thing your neighbors have in their yard? 
What’s...

What’s the dumbest reason that your spouse ever got mad at you?  Anna’s husband gave her attitude all day over something that didn’t even happen in real life!

It feels good to complain every once in a while right?  Well according to one study, not only does it feel good but it’s also good for you - but can you get it all out in 15 seconds?

What poster did you have up in your room as a kid? After seeing a gift that her mother got for her daughter, Anna realized that kids...

Anna and Raven can’t stand it when people leave their floss picks lying around outside, but they’ve finally found someone who hates it as much as they do!  
What do you always complain about?  Anna’s daughter called her out about something she complains about constantly and Anna thought it was really unfair! 
What should you wear to a job interview?  Traditionally a suit has been the go-to garb, but with office culture becoming more casual, should the interview outfit change as well? 
Do you have a hobby? Anna had a whole plan to learn a new hobby...

Concert etiquette? Outfit attire? After a fan wore a different country singers' shirt to Blake Shelton's- Anna and Raven discussed their thoughts on this controversial topic.  
Anna's daughter, Dakota, suggested they watch a movie from the 80’s... Indiana Jones. The main reason being, she saw the ride and disneyland and the music makes her happy! Anna and Raven play a fun musical game.  
Has a piece of clothing or body accessory ever come to bite you from the back? Anna discusses claw clip safety and how driving with one can be very dangerous. Anna and Raven discuss more ward...

National love your pet day! Raven, Heidi and Producer Sophia all discuss their pups and why they love them! What do you love most about your pup?!  

The 2026 Winter Olympics are coming to an end. Raven discusses his thoughts on the end results of the last few days of these crazy few weeks! So long, Milan Mania!  

Trending: The Royal arrest and new information google released about Nancy Guthrie. The Myster is still unsolved, but we may be getting closer to.  

WELCOME TO THE ANNUAL PRODUCER OLYMPICS!! After months of training and preparing for thi...

Every week Anna and Raven invite a middle school student to participate in Middle Schooler News! They report the headline news and Anna and Raven comment on it! This week Madison joins the show and Anna and Raven find out what’s going on in the world! 

Raven and Heidi discuss their thoughts on Justin Timberlake. The good, the bad, the suspicious. He has some specific.... rules for wife, Jessica Biel. Do you have any cell phone rules in your relationship?  
Neighbors talk. You’re closer to some, acquaintances with some. Raven has a bone to pick with his new neighbor. Actually, a few bones. His great neighborhood saw some new families recently. The discussion persists.  
The Actor/Writer strike left our televisions deprived of new content for almost a year. Raven discusses with Heidi how there may just be another one creeping around the corn...

Raven and Heidi discuss girl scout cookie season. Raven was briefly a boy scout until he was kicked out. Do you have a girl scout trying to sell her cookies? Send us her 30 second pith as to why we should buy them, and you might just be on air! Email Anna@annaandraven.com with submissions!  
Chipotle CEO is getting dragged for trying to raise prices while actively minimizing portion size. Raven and Heidi discuss the saddest fast-food changes they have experienced. Last rite meal. If you had $10 to send one last fast-food meal, what are you getting?  
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Welcome back! Heidi Voight is in for Anna while she's on vacation. They discuss their Valentines Day plans and Presidents' Day off! Raven dissects Hiedi's relationship.  

Milan Mania! Producer Justin is in again to educate. Per usual. Today he helps Raven and Heidi understand what curling in the olympics actually is.  

Ambition Burnout. Are you a constant yes-er? Do you never turn anything down whether its home, work, in public? Raven and Heidi talk about ambition burnout and Gen-z's lack of saying yes.  

Happy Pluto day! Today Producer Sophia and Producer Justin try to...

Author Rachel Riggs ate chocolate every day for 6 years! She explains how the daily desert benefited her and opened her eyes on the culture of diet change! Check out her book: "In Good Health!"  

HAPPY GALENTINES DAY! If you didn't know, February 13th is the day you leave your man and celebrate the girls. Anna has big plans with her gals. Raven supports. Who’s your best friend? 

Pick em’ news! You hear 3 stories headlines, Raven picks one. A bar confiscated a Benjamin Franklin fake ID, Party Balloon shot down after mistaken for cartel drone, Couple...

Author Rachel Riggs ate chocolate every day for 6 years! She explains how the daily desert benefited her and opened her eyes on the culture of diet change! Check out her book: "In Good Health!" https://www.amazon.com/Good-Health-Uncomplicated-Allergen-Aware-Nourished/dp/1773272780

Every week Anna and Raven invite a middle school student to participate in Middle Schooler News! They report the headline news and Anna and Raven comment on it! This week Dak joins the show and Anna and Raven find out what’s going on in the world! 

Etiquette expert Karen Thomas join Anna and Raven to discuss how to go about gifts this Valentines day, what NOT to do, and how to keep everyone happy!

Author of Uncharted Territory: What Numbers Tell Us About The Biggest Hits And Ourselves, Chris Dalla Riva, joins Anna and Raven to discuss his focus on Music, Data Analysis and writing a book! 

Need help making the most out of your day? Founder of Time Leadership and NYT Bestselling author Julie Morgenstern joins Anna and Raven for some time management advice!   

Student teacher with Producer Justin! The smartest person among us educates us all today on Valentines Day. Learn a bit about cupid and the history of the holiday!  

They’re a 10 but..... Anna a...

Founder of Time Leadership and NYT Best selling author Julie Morgenstern joins Anna and Raven for some time management advice! 

Author of Uncharted Territory: What Numbers Tell Us About The Biggest Hits And Ourselves, Chris Dalla Riva, joins Anna and Raven to discuss his focus on Music, Data Analysis and writing a book!

Anna had an event to Ai-ify her on the flyer of an event she was hosting. Ai caricatures all over social media is... strange. Anna’s Chat GPT is showing her in an occupation she is most definitely not in.  

Should women buy men valentines day gifts too? On average men buy more than women for the romantic holiday. Anna and Raven discuss if it should be a fair exchange or a one-man game.  

Wrong answers only! What should you give for Valentines day? Anna’s good friend has a son who is finally in an adu...

Laurel house, dating coach & behavioral dynamic expert join Anna and Raven on air today to discuss all things dating and relationships around Valentines day! Check out her podcast: Romconned! https://www.romconned.com/

Nora, a girl scout who went viral for her adorable cookie videos, sold over 1800 boxes herself! She expresses how she got here and the best way to go about selling your cookies!

Buy cookies from Nora! https://digitalcookie.girlscouts.org/scout/nora294014

Noras Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@danshapiro97

Can money buy happiness? Elon Musk made a comment that did not sit right with people. Anna and Raven discuss if the statement money can make you happier is true, or if the number in your account doesn't even correlate with your emotions! 

Trending today: Is it over between Cardi and Steffon? Her “Goodluck” before the game seemed a little... ingenuine. The Super Bowl relationship tea was piping hot this year! Bad timing. Oh and, the grass was real people.  

It’s Milan Mania time, and today is... stuffing their crotches? Ski jumpers are using a specia...

From the "Haunted AF" podcast, Julie Fisk deep dives into dreams and what they mean with Anna and Raven today! 
https://linktr.ee/HauntedAF

Anna has a sharp opinion on this staple of Super Bowl food. Chef Plum on the other hand, totally disagrees. He has many different ways to make this food. Variety wins.  
Anna was by far the smartest person at her super bowl party last night. Or was she? She took a few tips from her sports reporting friend to sound smart. She used them last night during the game. She did her best!  
Milan Mania! Chef Plum doesn't believe anyone is really tuned in to the Olympics this year. Lindsay Vonn is injured... again. A sad and scary tu...

Anna's daughter, Dakota, tried to be sneaky and convince Anna she did not need to go to school. Her reason being, she wants to be a singer when she grows up, and they don't need to know math. 

Chef Plum educate Anna and Raven on how to make the world's best chicken wings. This recipe is a must for the Big Game Sunday this weekend! 

Milan Mania! The day has finally come. It's the kickoff of the 2026 Winter Olympics. Anna and Raven break down what's to come, who to see, and new sports this year!