Tim Phillips Show, 5/14/26
6:10
A new survey by Dave & Buster’s reveals that 48% of people feel their life is currently lacking in fun. Other findings:
- 12% of people can't remember the last time they had a full free day to have fun
- 50% of people wish they could do something fun daily or a few times per week
- 77% of people like to watch TV in their spare time
- 69% of people see family or friends in their spare time
- 59% of people dine out in their spare time
- 50% of people enjoy outdoor activities in their spare time
- 72% of people feel less stressed when they have fun.
6:30
Throwback Thursday to 1992
1992
Major News Stories include Minnesota's Mall of America Built, Windows 3.1 released, Euro Disney opens, Abortion rights activists demonstration in Washington, Maastricht treaty signed into law, Rioting breaks out in Los Angeles over the beating black motorist Rodney King, French Truck Drivers disrupt travel by using Trucks to blockade Roads, In Technology The first Nicotine patch is introduced to help stop smoking and DNA Fingerprinting is Invented. The continuing Balkan War for the next 3 years between Muslims, Serbs and Croats prompting UN intervention. In The UK Rioting breaks out in Cities including Bristol and in France Euro Disney opens. In the US Bill Clinton becomes president and the largest Mall in America Minnesota's Mall of America was constructed, spanning 78 acres
Barbie's Dream House
Manufacturer: Mattel
Price: $169.99
Hot Wheels Streex Test Trax
Manufacturer: Mattel
Price: $13.99
AT&T releases video telephone for $1,499
The first Nicotine patch is introduced to help stop smoking
The cable television network “Cartoon Network” is established by the Turner Broadcasting System during October.
The largest shopping mall in the United States, the Mall of America, opened its doors to shoppers during August.
Popular Films
Aladdin
Home Alone 2: Lost in New York
Batman Returns
Lethal Weapon 3
A Few Good Men
Sister Act
The Bodyguard
Wayne's World
Basic Instinct
Unforgiven
Honey, I Blew Up The Kid
Reservoir Dogs
Popular TV Shows
Law & Order
America's Funniest Home Videos
One Foot in the Grave (UK)
The Crystal Maze (UK)
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
Home Improvement
Rugrats
The Jerry Springer Show
The Ren & Stimpy Show
L.A. Law
Matlock
The Oprah Winfrey Show
Comic Relief (UK)
Casualty (UK)
Inspector Morse
Married... with Children
Star Trek: The Next Generation
7:15
They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day and your go-to morning meal may say more about you than you think. While some fuel up with a cup of coffee, others pack in all the protein they can, and some prefer their breakfast from a box. The cereal aisle is overwhelming with options these days, and a new study reveals which ones are America’s favorites.
Researchers from Concordia University in Minnesota have found the most popular cereals in the U.S.
They analyzed Google Trends data from the last year to find the most-searched cereal in each state.
While we all have our favorites, Froot Loops were the big winner here.
The colorful circles topped the list in 13 states: Alabama, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, Texas, and Virginia.
Rice Krispies and Cheerios tie for the second-most popular spot with five states each.
According to research from Nielsen IQ, breakfast cereal sales have been declining for years.
In the 52 weeks ending July 3rd, 2021, Americans bought almost 2.5-billion boxes of cereal, but that was down 13% to 2.1-billion by July 2025.
Concerns about processed ingredients and sugar are one reason sales are down.
The Most Popular Cereals in the U.S.
Froot Loops - 13 states
Rice Krispies & Cheerios - Five states each (Montana - Rice Krispies)
Trix - Four states
Cinnamon Toast Crunch - Three states
Honey Bunches of Oats - Three states
Cookie Crisp - Three states
Golden Crisp - Two states
Cocoa Puffs, Cap’n Crunch, Corn Flakes, Frosted Mini Wheats, Corn Pops, Apple Jacks, Wheaties, Honeycomb, Cocoa Pebbles, Fruity Pebbles, Special K, Lucky Charms - One state each
