Tim Phillips Show, 4/15/26

Thanks to “Miss Congeniality,” we’ve all accepted that April 25th is the gold standard of weather days. In the movie, Miss Rhode Island says that’s the “perfect date” because it’s “not too hot, not too cold and all you need is a light jacket.” But the meteorologists at Weather Bug disagree.

As actual weather experts, they analyzed years of weather data across the country, focusing on two things: temperature and precipitation.

They found the real “perfect weather day,” when you really do just need a light jacket, and it’s not April 25th.

It’s actually October 8th, with an average temperature of 66-degrees and average precipitation of 0.0573 inches of rain, which is basically just a brief light mist.

According to their research, April 25th doesn’t even come close, landing at number 80 for perfect weather. While April weather can be lovely, it’s also one of the rainiest months of the year, driving its score down.

But October is the most underrated weather month, as it has the least precipitation, mild temps, lower humidity, and it’s pretty consistent. That’s why seven of the top 10 perfect weather days are in October. The worst day of the year for weather is January 25th.

The Top 10 “Perfect Weather Days”

October 8th

October 3rd

October 4th

October 9th

October 6th

October 5th

October 7th

May 7th

May 8th

May 11th

Source: Weather Bug

One-Hit Wonder: MR. BIG STUFF -   JEAN KNIGHT, #2 in 1971

Born Jean Caliste on 1/26/1943 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Female R&B singer.

Sampled in 52 different songs, including AM Radio by Everclear

If you could create your ideal day, how many hours of it would be devoted to work? Some would definitely never work another day in their lives, given the chance, but most of us need that paycheck to keep paying the bills, so off to work we go. But new research suggests that’s not a bad thing, as working for a specific amount of time every day can actually contribute to having a happier life.

In a new study, experts from the University of British Columbia in Canada and the University of Basel in Switzerland wanted to discover what a “good day” really looks like.

The researchers used data from the American Time Use Survey, which has tens of thousands of adults across the country record what they do every day, then evaluate the type of day they had, whether it’s typical, better than typical, or worse.

The team analyzed which of the more than 100 activities were most commonly associated with having a good day, and it turns out, work is a part of that.

The ideal amount of time to spend doing it is six hours a day. Any more than that leads to a “decreased likelihood of having a good day.”

Seeing friends “almost always” led to a better day, but there’s a time limit there, too. Socializing with loved ones was only found to be strongly linked with having a good day when it’s capped at two hours.

Exercising for up to four hours a day is also associated with having a better day, most likely because it gives you endorphins, which make you feel happy.

Bad news for anyone whose ideal day includes being lazy on the couch with remote in hand, as no amount of relaxing and watching TV was linked to having a good day.

Unsurprisingly, no amount of housework helps to make a day better either.

But don’t go running to your boss’ office to demand a six-hour workday just yet. Dunigan Folk, one of the researchers in the study, points out their findings aren’t an exact formula for a good day, they just “highlight a pattern of activities that differentiate better days from typical ones.” He notes that one key takeaway is that people would benefit from spending less time on “passive leisure” and more time on being active.

Source: Metro

Tim's News You Can't Use 

Hate small talk? Maybe it’s time to embrace it, instead. A new study from the University of Michigan found that people underestimate how enjoyable even “boring” conversations can be. Whether it’s chatting about the weather, sports, or office life, those quick exchanges often turn out to be more interesting and rewarding than we expect. “If people avoid talking to a co-worker at the coffee machine or a stranger at an event or a neighbor in the elevator because we assume it will be boring and unenjoyable, we may be depriving ourselves of small moments of connection that could improve our mood, our sense of belonging and decrease loneliness,” said study lead author Elizabeth Trinh. Researchers ran multiple experiments and found it didn’t matter if the topic was exciting, who picked it, or whether the people talking were strangers or friends — most conversations were better than predicted. In a time when loneliness is a real problem, these everyday chats can boost mood, create a sense of connection, and make us feel more included. Basically, small talk is good for us.
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The NY Post says workers are becoming allergic to their offices. Sick Building Syndrome is trending.  Symptoms include sneezing, coughing, itchiness and dizziness after about 10 minutes. The symptoms fade outside. Research links SBS to poor ventilation, mold, and too much light. Some studies show women are more affected.
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Sporked says Domino's is about to launch a new Dubai chocolate pizza. It would have pistachio cream, pistachio bits, kunafa pieces, and a drizzle of chocolate sauce. The only downside is Domino's only plans to sell it in Malaysia at this point
The NY Post says the dog food subscription service Spot & Tango is hiring a Dog Sniffer. They are offering up to $1,000 an hour to kiss dogs and sniff their breath. The sniffing will occur at parks. Spot & Tango says experience in canine work helps but is not required. “As our Dog Breath Sniffer, you’ll be responsible for filtering for the best (and worst) smelling dog breath in the city. We need someone brave, bold, and nosy (literally) to get up close and personal with NYC’s finest canines. A strong sense of smell (if you’re a sommelier, chocolatier, barista, or perfumer – you’re perfect!).”
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BroBible says a veterinary medicine company, named Loyal, is testing a life-extending pill for dogs called LOY-002. They hope the pill can add at least one extra year to a dog’s life. Early data shows no serious side effects so far. The pill is designed for senior dogs 10 years old and older who weigh at least 14 pounds. 
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The BBC says a Titanic hero's gold pocket watch could fetch $135,000 when it is auctioned off. The timepiece was awarded to engineer John Richardson for helping save more than 700 passengers. Richardson's watch stayed in his family for almost a century before it was offered for sale. It goes under the hammer in England later this month. 
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Talker Research says Londoner Clark Reynolds recently completed the Brighton Marathon. He is visually impaired and used smart glasses to run the race. The Ray-Ban Meta Wayfair glasses told Clark where to run during the 26.2 mile race. He completed the course in 6 hours and 20 minutes and raised over $3,500 for charity. 
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Over in Norway, a fleet of 20 "flying" electric ferries will be shuttling people in and around the fjords in the next year. The ferries use computer-controlled hydrofoil wings to lift the hull completely out of the water, slashing energy consumption by 80% — and also allowing for a silent, zero-emission cruising speed of about 28 miles per hour. And because the boat literally flies above the waves, passengers can enjoy a smooth ride entirely free from seasickness as they get around the country's 62,000 miles of coastline.
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NBC says the Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center rescued 318 pigeons from a home in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania this week. Many were sick or injured.  The wildlife center has set up large aviaries and is accepting adoption inquiries. The birds are expected to be okay 
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WEHT says a Madisonville, Kentucky man was recently arrested for stealing a police car. Officers were investigating loud noises behind a building when Matthew Alexander hopped in the driver's seat of their police car and sped off. Alexander was stopped moments later. He was allegedly drunk and tried to flee on foot. Alexander was charged with burglary, theft and resisting arrest, among other things 
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CBS says a Tampa woman recently drove drunk on the wrong side of the road. She was stopped at 12:30 a.m. Deputies say she handed over a credit card instead of her driver’s license. She also gave a Barnes & Noble gift card during the stop. Kami Ellis was booked on a charge of driving under the influence. The deputy asked, "You feeling okay?" to which Ellis replied, "Yeah, I’m good."
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The owner of a mustard company in New Hampshire had spent years pumping pollutants and dirty mustard water into a nearby river. 60-year-old Charles Santich, owner of the Old Dutch Mustard Company in Greenville, is headed to prison for 18 months for violating the Clean Water Act. According to prosecutors, Santich directed employees to dump polluted wastewater through an underground pipe leading out to the Souhegan River to avoid disposal costs. Worker also said he would threaten their jobs if they refused. The court found the pollution caused environmental damage and likely led to a mercury fish advisory in the area. I don't really relish giving you bad punchlines like this, but we all knew his would ketchup to him, as this is one guy who really just can't cut the mustard.