Tim Phillips Show, 7/16/26

A new retirement survey finds that Americans are so afraid of going broke, that it has moved ahead of death as their biggest fear. According to the Allianz Center for the Future of Retirement, 67% of Americans say outliving their savings worries them more than death itself — a figure that's risen significantly in recent years. Experts say that fear is being driven by inflation, rising healthcare and long-term care costs, concerns about Social Security, and longer life expectancies. Many workers no longer have traditional pensions, leaving them responsible for generating their own retirement income. The concern is especially strong among Generation X, many of whom are nearing retirement.

Throwback Thursday to 2009

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Barack Obama becomes the 44th U.S. president

 Swine flu struck tens of millions of people worldwide

 A US Airways passenger jet, both its engines disabled, made an emergency ditching in the Hudson River, and all 155 on board survived in what was dubbed "The Miracle on the Hudson." The veteran pilot, Chesley Sullenberger, was hailed as a hero for averting a disaster.

 Steelers top the Cardinals 27-23 in the Super Bowl

 Yankees beat the Phillies 4 games to 2 to win the World Series

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Tim's News You Can't Use 

If you're tired of discovering forgotten leftovers in the back of the fridge, experts say a simple trick called the “Eat Me First” rule could help. The idea is to create a designated spot in your refrigerator for foods that need to be used soon —whether that's leftovers, ripe produce, or ingredients nearing their expiration date. By keeping those items front and center, you're more likely to use them before they go bad. One writer who tried the method found it not only reduced food waste but also inspired more creative meals by encouraging her to build recipes around ingredients that needed to be used up. It's a simple hack that can save money, reduce waste, and make meal planning easier.
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If you're craving a backyard barbecue but don't have anyone to share it with — and you live in Russia — there's a service meant just for you. Classified ads are popping up offering "barbecue companions" for hire. For a fee ranging from about $13 to $65 a day, these paid pals will grill meat, help set up camp, tell jokes, drink beer, and keep customers company while they enjoy a cookout. Some will even shop for supplies and find the perfect barbecue spot. The service is aimed at men and comes with a clear disclaimer: you're paying for companionship, not a real friendship. If you want to hang out again, you'll need to hire them again. Analysts say the trend is growing in parts of Russia, where some see it as a business response to loneliness and a way for people to enjoy a social evening without the expectation of a long-term relationship.
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Cllct Media says Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from “The Empire Strikes Back” was recently auctioned off for $3.75 million
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Yahoo News says Spam recently launched their very first hot dog at the National Restaurant Association Show.  One person who tasted the hot dog at the show said, "It tastes like the savory, salty, and slightly sweet flavor of Spam Classic."
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Southern Living magazine says Church's Texas Chicken Honey-Butter Biscuit has been  named the No. 1 fast-food side in the United States. The award comes from the USA TODAY’s 10 Best Readers' Choice Awards.
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Entrepreneur magazine says McDonald's secretly built a see-through restaurant in a Chicago warehouse. The unmarked warehouse is on the city’s South Side. It was recently shown to franchisees during a convention. The creators of the see-through restaurant replaced the front counter with a single order window. Delivery drivers have their own outside lockers.  The kitchen is split in two, with 40% for drinks and desserts. The new stores are called McDonald’s Next 
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Talker News says scientists and researchers recently discovered a new species of monkey in the Congo. It has orange lips, black and gray fur, a long tail and may be endangered. The researchers found the monkey in a rainforest. 
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The NY Post says the largest great white shark ever is heading towards Cape Cod. The 1,700-pound maneater, named Contender, was spotted near the Outer Banks of North Carolina.  The shark is believed to be heading north towards Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Its GPS tag last pinged on Friday after months away from sight.  Researchers say white sharks usually move north to Cape Cod or Atlantic Canada in the Summer.  
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ABC says a Perth, Australia plumber recently restrained a car thief, who couldn't drive the car he was attempting to steal. The thief did not know how to drive a stick shift.  The plumber placed the thief in a chokehold and held him with two other Good Samaritans until cops arrived. 
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A Georgia couple is facing a long list of charges after deputies say they tried to burn meth in a toaster oven and greeted officers with a running chainsaw. The Hall County Sheriff's Office says deputies went to serve a drug search warrant Wednesday at the home of Adam and Brittany Hollis. Investigators found the pair in a shed, where they refused to open the door. Deputies say Adam Hollis was inside burning methamphetamine in a toaster oven to destroy evidence while his wife stalled. When deputies pushed in, he moved toward the door with a running chainsaw but dropped it when ordered, and no one was hurt. Inside the property, deputies found meth, pills, and marijuana packaged for sale. Both face felony drug charges.