The Anna and Raven Show
Friday, June 27, 2025: The Rules of Gift-Giving; Strangest Things You’ve Grilled, Earning Your Mommy Margarita!

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez told guests not to bring gifts to their wedding! Anna and Raven talk about the unspoken rules of gift-giving!
Are you up to date on this week’s biggest news story? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on the trending news stories including Anna Wintour stepping down from Editor-in-Chief at Vogue, and Brad Pitt’s home being broken into!
Anna and Raven speak with Blake Brooks, Board Certified Dermatologist and Hair Specialist at Fairfield Dermatology! She explains the best SPF to buy and the importance of it! You can f...
Sparklers Safety with Fire Chief Edwards and Acting Fire Marshal Joseph Carr!

Bridgeport Fire Chief Edwards and Acting Fire Marshal Joseph Carr to chat with Anna and Raven (especially Raven) about the dangerous world of fireworks and how to enjoy them safely!Â
Mannequins? Check. Sparklers? Check. Fire Chief Edwards and Acting Fire Marshal Joseph Carr from Bridgeport Fire Department and Christian, our resident volunteer firefighter, supervise as Anna and Raven show how dangerous sparklers are!
Chef Plum's Unconventional Grill Hacks!

Chef Plum joins Anna and Raven to talk about the unconventional hacks for grilling! Who knew you could bake cookies on a grill! You can find Chef Plum’s podcast everywhere you listen to podcasts @Plumluvfoods or on his website at ChefPlum.com!
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Debunking SPF Myths with Dermatologist Blake Brooks!

Anna and Raven speak with Blake Brooks, Board Certified Dermatologist and Hair Specialist at Fairfield Dermatology! She explains the best SPF to buy and the importance of it! You can find her at https://www.fairfieldderm.com/team/blake-brooks-md/!
Photo Credit: Blake Brooks
Thursday, July 26, 2025: We Went Viral on Social Media; Airbnb Stories; Mannequin Acquired!

Anna and Raven went viral on social media @AnnaAndRaven! They tried out the trend of stopping a timer at 4 seconds without looking at it! In the video, Anna counts in “Mississippi’s” but find out what other countries count in to represent a second!
Anna and Raven speak with Helaina Danetta Rivers, Henri Daniel Lispare Rivers IV and Henniyah Danella Rivers and their parents Karen and Henri as they share their Helluva Story! These triplets all earned their Eagle Scout Status and now they are hoping to compete in the Olympics! Check out this remarkable story!
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Nancy and Her Husband's Airbnb Guest Stories!

Nancy Sevich and her husband own and manage Airbnb’s property that has taught that sometimes you have to bend the rules for guests!
Photo Credit: Nancy Sevich
Airbnb Host Has Property Redecorated By Guest!

Amy Corbett and her husband are Airbnb owners of over 45 properties! She shares the crazy things that have happened in the properties, who knew you could redecorate an Airbnb while staying there! You can find her at https://allbelong.directstays.com/!Â
Photo Credit: Amy Corbett
Helaina, Henri, and Henniyah Share Their Helluva Story!

Anna and Raven speak with Helaina Danetta Rivers, Henri Daniel Lispare Rivers IV and Henniyah Danella Rivers and their parents Karen and Henri as they share their Helluva Story! These triplets all earned their Eagle Scout Status and now they are hoping to compete in the Olympics! Check out this remarkable story!
Photo Credit: The Rivers Family
Wednesday, June 25, 2025: Butt Dialing Etiquette; We Need a Mannequin; Producer Julie’s Unexpected Visitor!

TSA just released the new rules that you can’t bring through security at the airport, some of the food items on this list will shock you!
Anna’s 16-year-old daughter butt-dialed one of her friends and what she did next shocked Anna! Was her reaction something that you would have done too?
Are you up to date on this week’s biggest news story? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on the trending news stories including Robo Taxi that stopped in an intersection, President Trump’s swearing during an interview!
Anna spilt co...
Tuesday, June 24, 2025: Exposing Our Recent Texts; “Foam Party” and Amazon Gifts; Having the Kids Home for Summer!

Anna and Raven do not agree on fireworks but debate if drones are a good compromise! Are they safer and more entertaining or do they take away from the traditional way of celebrating?
Justin Baldoni has been granted access to the text messages between Blake Lively and Taylor Swift! Anna and Raven share their most recent text messages! You will be shocked!
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez are getting married this weekend and are having many themed parties! Find out what themed parties Anna and Raven would have and what they would give the happy c...
Magic Oysters with Matunuck Oyster Bar Owner Perry Raso!

Perry Raso, owner of Matunuck Oyster Bar, explains if Raven eating 16 oysters was a reason for his sudden increase of energy! If you’ve never tried an oyster, he gives his best tip on how to! You can find the Matunuck Oyster Bar here https://rhodyoysters.com/.Â
Photo Credit: Matunuck Oyster Bar
Are Gas Prices On The Rise?

With the recent conflict with Israel and Iran and the U. S’s involvement, Anna and Raven speak to Patrick DeHaan, Head of Petroleum Analysis, from Gas Buddy to find out how this will impact gas prices in the coming days! You can find him at his website https://patrickdehaan.com/.
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Monday, June 23, 2025: Reporting on Updates Regarding Midnight Hammer; Staying Cool During a Heat Dome; The NBA Championship!

Raven’s rant! His neighbors cause an extreme amount of light pollution that they cause! Anna used to be a neighbor with the annoying light and got fined for it!
HEAT DOME! There is one thing that you shouldn’t be doing during a heatwave and the perfect temperature to keep your house at!
Anna and Raven report on Midnight Hammer and how they found out about it! They provide an update on traveling, the importance of a heightened sense of awareness and an increased risk of cyber-attacks! You can sign up for the Smart Traveler Enro...
The Situation Room From The Perspective of Former Secret Service Agent Tim Sharkey

Former Secret Service Agent, Tim Sharkey, speaks on what the Situation Room is and answers Anna and Raven’s questions regarding the significance of the room, what the room is like, and who is allowed in the room!
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Dr. Belinha De Abreu Explains Where to Get Your News From!

There was a lot of difficult news to digest this weekend, but where can you find the truth? Anna and Raven speak to Dr. Belinha De Abreu, Author, Educator, and President of The International Council for Media Literacy about where to get news from and how to identity misinformation and fake news! You can find her at https://belinhadeabreu.com/.
Photo Credit: Dr. Belinha De Abreu
Raven Falls Asleep at the Car Dealership!

There are some places where you should not fall asleep, Raven falls asleep at this one place regularly! Anna and Raven call Brandan, the General Manager of the car dealership that Raven goes to, to see if this is normal!
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Rich's Helluva Story!

Retired Lieutenant Rich Azzarito worked in law enforcement and joins Anna and Raven to share his Helluva story! Thank you, Rich, for sharing how you saved multiple families from a house fire!
Photo Credit: Getty Images
Wednesday, June 18, 2025: Commencement Speeches; What Induced You into Labor; Pick Em News!

There have been some very unique celebrities to give commencement speeches this year! Anna and Raven recapped some of the recent speeches but want a reality check!
Everyone has something that people are very particular about! Anna and Raven speak to Research Psychologist and the Founder of Psychgeist, Dr. Rachel Kowert about why some people are so particular on time! You can find her on https://rkowert.com/ !
Anna’s six-year-old saw “The Sound of Music” for the first time and she said she knew the kids were rich of one specific detail. When you were a kid...
Wednesday, June 18, 2025: Commencement Speeches; What Induced You into Labor; Pick Em News!

There have been some very unique celebrities to give commencement speeches this year! Anna and Raven recapped some of the recent speeches but want a reality check!
Everyone has something that people are very particular about! Anna and Raven speak to Research Psychologist and the Founder of Psychgeist, Dr. Rachel Kowert about why some people are so particular on time! You can find her on https://rkowert.com/ !
Anna’s six-year-old saw “The Sound of Music” for the first time and she said she knew the kids were rich of one specific detail. When you were a kid...
Understanding Why People Are So Particular About Time!

Everyone has something that people are very particular about! Anna and Raven speak to Research Psychologist and the Founder of Psychgeist, Dr. Rachel Kowert about why some people are so particular on time! You can find her on https://rkowert.com/ !
Photo Credit: Dr. Rachel Kowert
Josh and Allison Vs Raven

Josh and Allison have a chance to win $800! All they have to do is answer more pop culture questions than Raven in Can’t Beat Raven!
Tuesday, June 17, 2025: Guests in the Court Room; Male Icks; Can’t Beat Raven: Valedictorian Edition!

Anna and Raven talk about the unspoken rules of standing ovations and create their own rules for when enough is enough!
Sunjay Kapur, Indian Billionaire, died by swallowing a bee while playing Polo and it reminded Anna of a fear from a movie that had a similar plot! There are some movies that instill fear on you forever!
Madonna and Pope Leo are distant cousins and is related to many other A-List celebrities! Anna has a claim to fame; find out who is related to her!
This past Friday Kayne West showed up to...
Monday, June 16, 2025: Father’s Day Recap; Contact Brendan Fraser; Can’t Beat Raven: Valedictorian Edition!

It is said that there are health benefits to making your work week more exciting! Anna and Raven talk about if including this in their life is tangible. Anna tried it out and loved it!
Justin Bieber was gifted some elaborate gifts for Father’s Day! Raven was given something that has to be assembled, and he was never actually given it! Anna lost part of her husband’s Father’s Day gift!Â
CVS is closing a ton of stores and Anna and Raven thought it was because they were wasting money on receipt tape! They asked y...
Do You Have Mommy Brain?

Do you feel like you have Mommy Brain? It is real! Dr. Ilyse Dobrow DiMarco, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist and author of Mom Brain: Proven Strategies to Fight the Anxiety, Guilt, and Overwhelming Emotions of Motherhood- And Relax Into New Self. She can be found at DrIlyse.com. She joins Anna and Raven to talk about the symptoms of Mommy Brain and how to help yourself through motherhood!
Friday, June 13, 2025: The Cure to "Office Chair Butt," Paul’s Dad Jokes, Anna and Raven’s Commencement Speech!

“Office Chair Butt” is trending and Anna thinks that her new office chair is to blame! She and Raven talk about what you should do if your experiencing “Office Chair Butt.”
Anna’s dad gave her daughter some unique advice! She asked her daughter what she thought about the advice! Raven shares the unique advice his dad shared! Find out what it was!
Today is the only Friday the 13th of 2025 and most people aren’t superstitious about it but find out why you may find that things go wrong for you today; there’s a psychological...
Anna and Raven's Commencement Speech!

Anna and Raven got to share their commencement speech at a preschool graduation! They had some great advice for these future leaders!
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Thursday, June 12, 2025: Remembering Brian Wilson; Anna and Raven Are Invited to Be Commencement Speakers; If Backpacks Could Speak!

The list of the Dirty Dozen has been updated and you’ll want to hear this before eating another vegetable or fruit without washing them! Anna and Raven talk about the dirtiest fruit and vegetables on this list and how to wash them!
Anna lists three news stories that seem almost out of this world, and Raven can only pick and hear about one!
Ever wondered what your child’s favorite class was or what they learned the most this year? Anna and Raven have the answers!
Those famous words “don’t tell mom.” Anna and R...
Wednesday, June 11, 2025: Raven Got Hit On; Advice for Graduates; Who is Traveling the Farthest!

Father’s Day is coming up! There is a countdown of the best dads in movie history, so Anna and Raven decide they agree with these movie dads!
Raven got hit on in public while he was out with his wife, Alicia! Anna and Raven call his wife to see what she thought about it!Â
Anna and Raven met with someone who loved the Peewee Herman documentary and hyped it up so much! Anna was so excited to watch it, and she hated it! Anna and Raven talk about the other movies and shows that were ove...
The Anna & Raven Sock Off!

It’s a big day - Anna and Raven’s Sock Off! Caroline and Stephanie beat other competitors to come challenge Producer Julie to put as many socks on one foot in 30 seconds! (None of us could beat the 28 in 30 sec Guinness World Record) The losers have to face off in a rap battle! Can Julie de-feet the challengers? Â
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June 10, 2025: Summer Jobs; Basketball Celebrities; Sock Contest!

With the Real ID policy in place at the TSA, some travelers are still attempting to use alternate forms of identification! Anna & Raven found someone using their own discount version at an airport.
It’s the end of the school year, and Anna & Raven hear from excited students talking about their summer plans, and find out just how different they are from their own school breaks!
After hearing from some amazingly motivated students, listeners tell Anna & Raven all about their own first summer jobs…and the experiences are eye-opening!
With the NBA Finals in full...
Monday, June 9, 2025: What Is Sketchy?; Kids Read Tweets; Knock Your Socks On!

Does hitting the snooze button make you late for work? Anna & Raven examine morning routines and what the trade-off is for a few extra minutes of sleep.
President Trump had a slight misstep boarding Air Force One, which prompted Anna to share her own recent experience with someone who fell down at a farmers market!
A man’s disheveled appearance while taking his baby for a walk caused a neighbor to call the police, thinking he was homeless, and Anna & Raven wonder what makes a person (or situation) sketchy!
Raven’s wife Alicia recently sold...
Friday, June 6, 2025: Cheap Dates; Fired Friday; Scratch It For Grads!

The Nintendo Switch 2 was just released, but some early customers are finding their long-awaited systems are damaged! Anna & Raven remember their own experiences with products that weren't delivered in new condition.
What’s the difference between a “cheap date” and “dating a cheapskate”? Anna & Raven hear about the challenges couples face concerning finances!
It’s the return of Fired Friday! Listeners call and share something that went terribly wrong at work, and Anna & Raven guess whether or not they kept their job!
Are you up to date on this week’s biggest news stories? Anna and Raven wil...
Lauren Beats Raven and Wins $1000!

 Congrats to Lauren for beating Raven today and winning $1000! Jackpot resets to $100 for tomorrow, Friday.
Thursday, June 5, 2025: Raven’s Wife Got His Money Back; Tattoo Regrets; Dirtiest Thing in Your Car!

More people believe in astrology than you may have thought! Anna and Raven asked ChatGPT about what their personality traits are based on their birthday!Â
If you’ve missed it, Raven accidentally gave $175 to the wrong person on Venmo and has been trying to get it back all week! Anna and Raven speak to his wife about the issue!Â
Anna lists three news stories that seem almost out of this world, and Raven can only pick and hear about one!
Miley Cyrus claims that she regrets most of her tattoos! Anna and Raven are both...
Wednesday, June 4, 2025: Raven’s Venmo Nightmare Continues, Strange Funeral Stories, Spouse Separation!

There’s a man who is trying to sue Disney World because he got hurt on one of the waterslides. Anna and Raven try to decide who is in the wrong!
Raven had a mishap on Venmo and sent the wrong person $175! He made a song to get the money back!
Are you up to date on this week’s biggest news story? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on the trending news stories including the search for the Gibson guitar from Back to the Future and the high school graduate who went viral work...
Solving Anna's Bird Issue with Tomas Koeck!

Time to bring in an expert for the bird issue! Anna and Raven speak with Tomas Koeck, Producer, Director, and Filmmaker as he explains why the bird is flying into her windows and how to make it stop! Check out Koeck’s documentary Nature’s Highway: Fly Way of Life here: https://www.flywayfilm.com/ !
Photo Credit: Tomas Koeck
Unique Funeral Stories with Funeral Home and Director Jim Abriola!

Anna and Raven speak to Jim Abriola of Abriola Parkview Funeral Homeowner and Director! He shares some of the unique things he has seen at funerals! You can contact Jim at https://abriola.com/ !
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Monday, June 2, 2025 Taylor Swift, Longest VS Shortest Engagements, and Teachers Wanting the Kids to Skip

Taylor Swift buys back her music but Anna is more concerned with one thing… what she eat with Selena Gomez.
Shaq said the worst swear on live regular TV, is this going to be the norm?
Todd and Julie Chrisley are out of jail, but why is he credited his good looks to POD?
If you believe the hype, the Beckhams are at war but is it all because of something Marc Anthony said? And why is a mother son dance so controversial?
Couple’sCourt: Rebecca says you can’t deny dinner guests food. Find out why Ch...
Friday, May 30, 2025: "Hunt and Peck", Spelling Bee Payoffs, and Field Day!

The Diddy trial gets weirder when spaghetti and ground turkey gets thrown.
It’s Field Day for Anna’s daughter, Dakota, and Anna and Raven talk to her to discuss her plan for dominance.
Intern Michaela is a “hunt and peck” typer which no one knew was a real thing until we watched her do it. Can she beat the company’s fastest typer?Â
Couple’s Court: Luis refuses to use three of his vacation days for a family celebration and his wife thinks it’s rude, you decide whose right!
And we have a winner! The Scripps Nat...
Thursday, May 29, 2025: Biggest Insults, Suntan Lotion and Strangers, Working for your Parents

What’s the worst insult to be called? And did French president Macron’s wife just call him it?
Pigeons on a plane are taking over, and that’s the only strange things happening at the airports.Â
Would you let strangers put suntan lotion on you? A third of Americans say… yes, so Raven put it to the test.
What’s your shape and how do you keep it? Everyone has their own “shape” but how do the listeners keep it up?Â
Couple’s Court: Eric and Elena are having a disagreement on whether Eric should take a new job tha...