Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in San Diego.
I'm your host Melissa and it's Monday, March 4th.
Coming up on today's show, we'll get into the surf report and the weather outlook, then
we'll jump into some local news and a few interesting happenings in business, tech and
science.
But first, you'll be interested to know, today is National Sons Day.
National Sons Day prompts reflection on our role as parents.
It's a time to listen to our boys, understanding their dreams, fears and views on changing
the world.
Everyone has a role in this endeavor, including men, women, educators and professionals across
all levels.
So today, I hope you have some great memories that you can bring to the top of your mind
and relive them as if they were yesterday.
And now it's time for the surf report.
This week, expect a cleaner surf, with a diminishing west-northwest swell mixing with a modest
south-southwest.
Weights will range from waist to head-high, with occasional overhead sets at favored spots.
Conditions will see light to offshore wind, shifting to a gentle, onshore breeze by the
afternoon.
Conditions will slightly decrease into Tuesday.
By Wednesday and onwards, anticipate smaller and cleaner surf in the mornings.
As a blend of west-northwest to northwest swells is forecasted for the latter half of the week,
with surf mostly in the knee-to-waist-high range, reaching chest-high at winter focal
points.
One day at Tourmaline and South San Diego, you're in luck.
It's looking clean at 2 to 4 feet, for only 3 hours from 7 to 10 a.m., with a 2-foot outgoing
mid-tide and onshore wind at 2 to 6 mile per hour.
After that, there might not be another rideable wave until Wednesday, but we'll keep an eye
out for you.
First time to ride is at 7 a.m., when the southwest swell is 2 feet at 16 seconds.
Get yourself a couple little nugs before the chop rolls in.
The first low tide Monday will be 0 feet at 11.30 a.m., with a 3-foot high tide just before
8 p.m.
The nearshore buoy at Scripps in La Jolla reads 62 degrees for the water temperature.
Checking out the weather in the San Diego area.
This morning it's cloudy and 57 degrees, with 6 mile per hour wind.
The sunset will take place at 5.48 p.m. and it will rise again tomorrow at 6.10 a.m.
It looks like we're in for a mostly sunny day, with a high near 62 and west wind of
5 to 10 mile per hour.
Tonight, mostly cloudy with a low around 49.
Looking ahead in the weather.
We'll see partly sunny skies on Tuesday, transitioning to mostly cloudy nights with
lows around 51.
A chance of rain emerges Wednesday with highs near 63.
By Thursday, skies clear to mostly sunny with a high near 62.
The week rounds off with a sunny Friday, reaching highs near 66.
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In local news.
Grace Potter, the acclaimed singer-songwriter, is set to perform at the Sound in Del Mar
on March 16.
Previously scheduled to play in San Diego in March 2020, her show was canceled due to
the pandemic.
Despite the cancellation, Potter visited Del Mar with her family, camping by the beach
in the same car used for her cross-country journeys.
These trips inspired her fifth solo album, Mother Road, reflecting on themes of regret,
depression, grief, and loss.
Potter's latest work includes Grammy nominations and songs that serve as a raw memoir, offering
listeners a glimpse into her emotional journey.
Her music, featuring a blend of Roadhouse rock, honky-tonk country, and barren blues,
showcases her distinctive raspy vocals.
Mother Road's sound is described as less intentional and more inspirational, aiming
for originality rather than chasing a specific sound.
In addition to her tour, Potter will perform at Mavis Staples' 85th birthday celebration,
alongside artists like Jackson Brown and Nora Jones.
Potter's focus on Mother Road signifies a commitment to authenticity, embracing the
good, the bad, and the ugly of her experiences.
Tickets for her show at The Sound, in Del Mar with opener Britney Spencer, are available
for purchase, marking a significant return to live performances.
Now on to sports.
Number 3 Yukon wins its first outright Big East regular season title in 25 years.
The Huskies, defending men's national champions, hadn't won the Big East in 18 years.
Danonovan Klingon led with 19 points and 11 rebounds in a 91-61 victory over Seton Hall,
win marked Yukon's undefeated home record this season 16-0.
Coach Dan Hurley highlighted the challenge of maintaining excellence in a tough league.
Freshman Stephen Castle scored 21 points, tying his career high.
Yukon outperformed Seton Hall in several areas, including a 56% shooting accuracy.
The Huskies' defense, especially after Klingon's return from injury, was pivotal.
Seton Hall remains fourth in the Big East, still hoping for an NCAA tournament berth.
Last night in the NBA, the Clippers and Timberwolves had an offensive power outage, but the Clippers
came away with the win 89-88.
Sounds boring.
Tonight, the Clippers are on the road to take on the Bucks, and the Lakers are at home playing
the Thunder.
In national hockey last night, the Ducks lost to the Canucks 2-1.
Top news, our brains are wired to ignore familiar stimuli, a process known as habituation.
This neurological process helps us adapt quickly to our environment, focusing on new or changing
elements.
However, habituation can make us overlook both positive changes and societal issues,
like racism or environmental pollution.
Tali Sherwood explains that dishabituation can enhance happiness, creativity, and initiate
social change.
For instance, repeated exposure to misinformation can dull our response, making us more likely
to accept falsehoods.
Sherwood's research shows that repeated lying diminishes the amygdala's response over time,
reducing the emotional impact of dishonesty.
Interest to social media and constant images of crises can also desensitize us, making
extreme discourse seem normal.
People habituate to pollution levels, with studies showing that those in smoggy areas
are less likely to perceive air quality issues.
Overcoming habituation involves introducing variability into our lives, like learning
new skills or taking breaks from familiar environments.
Break breaks or diversifying experiences can renew our appreciation for ongoing pleasures
and improve overall enjoyment.
To combat habituation to global issues like climate change, reliance on data over personal
perception is crucial.
Addressing societal biases requires making disparities visible and promoting accountability
to encourage change.
Awareness of our tendency to habituate can inspire us to seek new experiences and challenge
societal norms.
In business news, Bitcoin's next having event is set for April 19th, marking a significant
moment in its supply mechanism.
This having is unique due to a mix of factors affecting both supply and demand for Bitcoin.
The Bitcoin blockchain's design includes having the mining reward approximately every
four years.
This process continues until the maximum supply of 21 million Bitcoins is reached.
Historically, Bitcoin's price tends to appreciate following these having events.
The upcoming event coincides with increased institutional interest and the approval of
Bitcoin exchange trade funds.
Bitcoin's recent rally brought its value close to the all-time high set in November
2021.
This year's performance deviates from the norm, with significant gains leading up to
the having.
Bitcoin's blockchain security is at an all-time high, potentially mitigating concerns post-having.
However, Bitcoin's price remains susceptible to macroeconomic uncertainties and potential
corrections.
In crypto movement, Bitcoin is currently over $63,000 after another pop, Ethereum is over
$3,400, and Solana is $129.
Moving on to a more local vibe.
In our community spotlight on health and wellness, we are working with a national Pilates studio
to bring you some free classes, so listen up.
Check out Club Pilates with several locations in the San Diego area.
Pilates presents a comprehensive wellness approach, cultivating strength, reducing tension,
and elevating mental well-being.
Scientific research affirms its benefits.
So now you can check out Club Pilates for a free class, with locations in Encinitas,
Solana Beach, Oceanside, La Jolla, and more.
Just be sure to tell them, Sunny Morning sent you by.
And now, back to the show.
Let's talk science.
Three new moons have been discovered in the outer solar system, enhancing our cosmic neighborhood.
One moon orbits Uranus, and the other two circle Neptune, making these ice giants a
bit more crowded.
The largest of these newly found moons measures just 15 miles across, showcasing the scale
of space.
These discoveries were made possible by advanced imaging techniques and years of observation.
Uranus and Neptune's moon counts now stand at 28 and 16, respectively after these new
findings.
The smallest of these moons, orbiting Uranus, is only 5 miles in diameter and takes 680
days to complete an orbit.
Neptune's new moons vary in brightness and size, with orbits ranging from 9 to 27 years.
Astronomers used layered exposures to reveal these moons against the backdrop of stars
and galaxies.
These moons have likely been gravitating around their planets since the early days of the
solar system.
While this might complete the list of moons, down to sizes of 5 to 8 miles for Uranus and
Neptune, the search continues for even smaller satellites.
And in entertainment news, Dune, Part 2, led the US box office to its best weekend of the
year with $81.5 million in sales.
This success pushed the domestic box office past the $100 million mark for the first time
since January.
2024's overall box office sales, previously lagging behind 2023 by 20%, have now improved.
The sequel's timing proved advantageous, filling a void for movie theaters seeking a box office
boost.
IMAX reported record sales from Dune, Part 2, highlighting the film's broad appeal.
The movie, based on Frank Herbert's novel, explores themes of war, betrayal, and survival
on a desert planet.
Despite challenges, including a previous controversial simultaneous release strategy, the sequel has
performed well.
The decision to delay its release due to the actor's strike allowed for effective promotion,
enhancing its success.
Overall, the weekend saw a total gross of $112 million across all movies, setting a
high for the year.
Well alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day.
And today, in honor of Bitcoin going bonkers again, here's a quote about it from Nobel
Peace Prize nominee, Leon Lieu.
Every informed person needs to know about Bitcoin because it might be one of the world's
most important developments.
And it just might be.
And that's a wrap for this morning.
Remember to stay tuned tomorrow for more news and updates.
Have an amazing day my good friends.