Tim Phillips Show, 6/18/26

Do you identify as an early riser? Are you up at the crack of dawn, no matter how late you went to bed the night before? You can thank your internal body clock, which is a very real thing. Scientists say each of us has a biological circadian rhythm that actually comes from our genetics and even runs in families.

People who wake up early tend to have internal clocks that run a bit shorter, so they feel sleepy earlier at night and wake up earlier in the morning. Their sleep hormone, melatonin, kicks in sooner — and fades sooner — while a morning boost of cortisol helps them wake up alert. But, of course, habits still have something to do with it. Morning sunlight, regular sleep routines, and exercise can reinforce an earlier schedule. On the other hand, things like late-night screen time, indoor lighting, and caffeine can push your clock later.

Throwback Thursday - ON MY OWN    PATTI LABELLE & MICHAEL MCDONALD    1986

1986

The Soviet Nuclear reactor at Chornobyl exploded on April 26th, causing the release of radioactive material across much of Europe.

The Space Shuttle Challenger disintegrated 73 seconds after launch, killing all seven astronauts on board.

The Oprah Winfrey Show debuts nationally.

Comet Halley reached the closest point to the Earth during its second visit to the solar system in the 20th century.

The "Hands Across America" charity event is held.

The stage musical "Phantom of the Opera" debuts in London's West End.

The Soviet Union launches the Mir space station.

Richard Branson, on the 72 ft powerboat Virgin Challenger II, breaks the world record for the fastest crossing of the Atlantic.

Mad Cow Disease

Iran-Contra Affair: President Ronald Reagan's administration sold arms to Iran

Tandy 600 Portable Computer $1599.00

Jar Of Skippy Peanut butter $1.49

Lego Airport

Manufacturer: Lego

Price: $39.99

1985 Bean Bag Lounger

Price: $39.99

1985 Projection Screen TV

Price: $1279.00

Popular Films

Top Gun

Crocodile Dundee

Platoon

The Karate Kid, Part II

Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home

Aliens

Ruthless People

The Color of Money

The Money Pit

Popular TV

Magnum, P.I.

Dynasty

Falcon Crest

Hill Street Blues

Cagney and Lacey

Cheers

Fame

Family Ties

Remington Steele

The A-Team

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (UK)

Highway to Heaven

Murder, She Wrote

The Bill (UK)

The Cosby Show

EastEnders

Growing Pains

Neighbours

Only Fools and Horses (UK)

The Twilight Zone

A new survey reveals that 75% of singles say the way you keep your car says a lot about you, and 67% say a messy one can be a sign of a messy life. On the flip side, 65% say a clean car makes you seem more put-together and intentional. 25% said they’ve cut a date short because of the state of the person’s car.

These are some of the things about someone’s car that give people the “ick”:

Trash on the floor — 41%
Bad smell — 37%
Leftover food or drinks — 37%
Cigarette smell — 32%
Crumbs on the seat — 30%

The survey also asked respondents about the grossest things they’ve seen in the car of someone they were on a date with:

A dead cat (in a box)
Roaches
Maggots
Cigarette butts all over the floor
Half-eaten hamburger under the seat
40 old McDonald’s bags
Boogers wiped on the seat
Pee in a bottle
Puke on the floor
Moldy half-gallon of milk in the passenger eat

Tim's News You Can't Use

The Verge says Apple’s price increases are unavoidable. RAM (memory) shortages are raising costs for the iPhone, iPad, and Mac. 
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The Daily Star says a humanoid robot was spotted begging for cash on its knees in China. The robot has been identified as a Unitree G1 model made by Unitree Robotics. It told shocked locals that it had no money to recharge. It begged for help with electricity fees. One local joked, "Even beggars are being replaced" 
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The NY Post says the most expensive World Cup packages for wealthy fans are going viral. One package costs $1,000,000 and includes World Cup finals tickets, a private helicopter ride, a penthouse suite, caviar, and a yacht cruise. Other packages include private jet rides and VIP experiences.  One Miami package costs $25,000 and includes a 4-Hour watch party aboard a luxury yacht. Former soccer stars will be on the boat. A Bal Harbour resort is selling a $187,000 World Cup package that includes champagne, a yacht tour, a couple's massage, a VIP shopping experience and Bentley transportation to a game in Miami
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Supercar Blondie says a Hong Kong parking space recently became the world's most expensive at $1.3 million. The reserved space overlooks the crowded Victoria Harbour. It measures 134.5 square feet.  It broke the previous record of $980,000, also in Hong Kong.
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The Daily Mail says Jeff Bezos is building a mega mansion on Miami’s Indian Creek Island, aka the Billionaire Bunker Island.  Bezos has recruited a dream team of world-famous architects.  The mansion will span three waterfront lots worth $250 million. The estate is expected to have a movie theater, a resort-style pool and tropical landscaping that resembles a real-life Amazon rainforest. Jeff's neighbors include Tom Brady and Julio Iglesias. 
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People magazine says personal trainer Reese Chadfield recently set a new Guinness World Record by eating 162 Oreo cookies in five minutes. The previous record was 141. The 22-year-old had a black tongue from the cookies 
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The Stratford says America's oldest man, Luis Cano, of Linden, New Jersey, has died at the age of 111. He lived through two world wars and raised 10 children. In all, he has 11 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren.
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NBC says a Florida woman was arrested after diving into a Bass Pro Shop aquarium. The network says the woman climbed into the tank because she wanted better dating profile pics for Hinge.  She had just broken up with her boyfriend. The unidentified woman flipped her hair underwater and got several pics with fish. Authorities say she is facing charges.
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KOMO says a Redmond, Washington Tesla recently crashed into a home’s garage. The driver says their autopilot feature malfunctioned and caused the crash. No injuries were reported. The police say there were no indications impairment was a factor. The crash remains under investigation.
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NBC says a DoorDash delivery robot, named Dot, recently rolled into the middle of a SWAT standoff in Chandler, Arizona. The police closed down streets to investigate a weapons-related incident at a home. The SWAT team fired a flash bang explosive as the red robot rolled into the chaos.  Officers ordered the robot to turn around. It refused and continued on with its food order.  The police moved in and arrested a suspect as the robot was dragged off by a truck.