Tim Phillips Show, 4/27/26

Have you "cut off" a family member or friend? It's becoming more and more common. According to a new survey, 38% of Americans have gone "no contact" with a friend or family member in the past year. While cutting ties was once just for extreme situations, it now seems to be go-to move for handling everyday friction. In fact, 73% of people admit their first instinct during a rough patch is to just pull away rather than talk it through. And once that cord is cut, it usually stays that way, with the majority of respondents still not speaking to the person they broke away from.

10 Most Hated Restaurant Dishes In America … based on real reviews and an article by MSN 

10. Olive Garden Endless Breadsticks That Ruin the Meal

9. Long John Silver’s Fish Tacos That Arrive Soggy

8. Olive Garden Chicken Alfredo That Feels Like Paste

7. Outback Steakhouse Bloomin’ Onion That Feels Like Regret

6. Applebee’s Oriental Chicken Salad That Turns Sweet and Soggy

5. Chili’s Queso That Tastes Artificial

4. Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits That Overwhelm the Palate

3. Buffalo Wild Wings Mango Habanero Sauce That Hurts More Than It Delights

2. Denny’s Moons Over My Hammy That Arrives Limp

1. Long John Silver’s Hushpuppies That Customers Actively Avoid

Monday Morning Mystery - GOOD TIMES    CHIC   #1 IN 1979    

CHIC    POWER STATION    HONEYDRIPPERS

R&B-disco band formed in New York City, New York, by prolific producers Bernard Edwards (bass; born on 10/31/1952) and Nile Rodgers (guitar; born on 9/19/1952). Featured drummer Tony Thompson and vocalists Luci Martin and Norma Jean Wright . Wright began solo career in 1978 as Norma Jean; replaced by Alfa Anderson. Edwards recorded with the studio group Roundtree in 1978. Rodgers joined The Honeydrippers in 1984. Thompson joined the Power Station in 1985.

Top 10 Types Of Terrible Bosses … According to a new article by the New York Post

1. The Avoider

2. The Ignorer

3. The Hoarder

4. The Unappreciater

5. The Pretender

6. The Blocker

7. The Firefighter

8. The Micromanager

9. The Blamer

10. The Coercer

Tim's News You Can't Use 

A new survey by the Daily Star reveals that people think 69 is the age when someone is considered old. Other findings:
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Have you noticed a lot of Gen Zers have earbuds in all the time? They’re not just tuning out, they’re seeking comfort. Seems a lot of young adults are swapping endless social media doomscrolling for what’s being called “comfort audio.” They’re listening to radio, podcasts, chill playlists, ambient sounds — audio that keeps them company without demanding the constant attention of screens. It’s less about tuning out the world and more about finding something that makes it feel less chaotic.
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Seems a lot of young people are pining for simpler times. In fact, according to a new NBC/Survey Monkey poll, 47% of adults between the ages of 18-29 said if they had the option, they’d choose to live in the past. One-third said they’d like to go back to a time less than 50 years ago, while another 14% said they’d choose to go back even further than 50 years. 
Sadly, a big majority think life will be worse for them than for generations before them. 62% of the Gen Zers surveyed said they expect life will be worse for them compared to previous generations, compared to 25% who said it will be better and 13% who thought it would be about the same. 
The nostalgia isn’t just about fashion or music — it’s about craving a sense of community, fewer screens, and a slower pace they say feels missing today.
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Gizmodo says a warning about jumping worms was recently issued. The Department of Agriculture urges nurseries and landscapers to watch for cocoons.  Jumping worms are bigger than regular worms and move fast, stripping soil and hurting native plants. They can flip themselves a foot off the ground.
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We Got This Covered says a Dallas, Texas man was recently locked inside an Audi dealership. Jack Hogan says the manager left and locked the gates while he was inside. He tried to reach the general manager on Facebook and waited for help. The man escaped and left his car at the dealer. He came back for it the next day.
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Action News 5 says a Covington, Tennessee man recently pretended to be waiting for a haircut to avoid the police.  A police officer tried to stop Damian Lattimore and his friend for driving a car with a broken brake light. They took off. Officers found Latimore sitting in a barber chair inside a barber shop pretending to wait for a cut. He was arrested for evading arrest, tampering with evidence and reckless endangerment. A pink rifle was found nearby. The driver was also arrested.
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Florida News says a Martin County, Florida man was recently arrested for starting a park fire.  Deputies found the man wearing a pirate costume and carrying a sword.  The fire was contained to a small area of the park and no injuries were reported.  Authorities charged the pirate with starting the fire and with weapons offenses.
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It turns out that the second most prolific speeder in all of New York City is an officer with the NYPD. A report from StreetsBlog NYC alleges that James Gionvansanti has racked up 547 infractions since 2022 in Staten Island alone, and there are 527 speeding in a school zone infractions attributed to his RAM 1500 truck. According to the report, there have been no negative ramifications when it comes to Gionvansanti’s employment with the NYPD to this point, but the instances of speeding don’t appear to be job-related.
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One misused word can mess things up for everyone. In England, the Cumbria Nature Festival was forced to issue an important clarification leading up to the weekend event scheduled to start on May 8th. The initial promotional materials aimed the event at “naturists,” when what they meant to say was “naturalists.” That important distinction initially suggested that nudists were invited to be a part of the festivities. While the nudists (at heart) are still welcome to attend, it has been stressed that they’ll have to be clothed during their time at the event.