1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:10,920 Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in San Diego. 2 00:00:10,920 --> 00:00:15,920 I'm your host Melissa and it's Monday, March 11th. 3 00:00:15,920 --> 00:00:20,840 Coming up on today's show, we'll get into the surf report and the weather outlook, then 4 00:00:20,840 --> 00:00:26,840 we'll jump into some local news and a few interesting happenings in business, tech and 5 00:00:26,840 --> 00:00:27,840 science. 6 00:00:27,840 --> 00:00:34,840 But first, you'll be interested to know today is National Napping Day. 7 00:00:34,840 --> 00:00:38,280 Ever feel jet-lagged after daylight savings? 8 00:00:38,280 --> 00:00:43,520 Well today is designed to help you recuperate from the spring forward. 9 00:00:43,520 --> 00:00:49,760 Napping is scientifically proven to be more beneficial than coffee or energy drinks. 10 00:00:49,760 --> 00:00:55,240 All you need to do is close your eyes for 30 minutes and you'll come back to life feeling 11 00:00:55,240 --> 00:01:00,280 energized and ready to tackle the rest of the day. 12 00:01:00,280 --> 00:01:02,120 So now you know. 13 00:01:02,120 --> 00:01:04,520 And now you also know what time it is. 14 00:01:04,520 --> 00:01:10,600 That's right, it's time for the surf report. 15 00:01:10,600 --> 00:01:16,640 San Diego is set to experience a slight increase in south-southwest swell, peaking on Monday 16 00:01:16,640 --> 00:01:20,360 and gradually decreasing by Tuesday. 17 00:01:20,360 --> 00:01:25,100 Although average locations may struggle to reach waist height, the conditions will improve 18 00:01:25,100 --> 00:01:30,280 for standout areas with possible chest to shoulder-high waves. 19 00:01:30,280 --> 00:01:36,320 A passing low-pressure trough on Monday will introduce variable wind, causing uneven conditions 20 00:01:36,320 --> 00:01:42,720 in the morning, improving briefly, then deteriorating again in the afternoon due to light to moderate 21 00:01:42,720 --> 00:01:45,280 west wind. 22 00:01:45,280 --> 00:01:49,160 Similar weather is expected on Tuesday. 23 00:01:49,160 --> 00:01:55,080 Looking ahead to midweek, a mix of northwest swells is anticipated, enhancing surf conditions 24 00:01:55,080 --> 00:01:59,360 with waist to shoulder-high waves at favored spots. 25 00:01:59,360 --> 00:02:04,080 Offshore wind and a touch of southern hemisphere swell will contribute to cleaner and more 26 00:02:04,080 --> 00:02:08,320 enjoyable surf by Wednesday into Thursday. 27 00:02:08,320 --> 00:02:15,120 Monday at Tormelene and South San Diego, it's looking good and clean at 3 to 4 feet, from 28 00:02:15,120 --> 00:02:18,400 7 to 11 a.m. with light wind. 29 00:02:18,400 --> 00:02:21,640 After that, it's looking unrideable. 30 00:02:21,640 --> 00:02:28,080 Best time to ride is at 8 a.m. with a 3-foot incoming mid-tide when the west-northwest 31 00:02:28,080 --> 00:02:32,520 swell is 2.6 feet at 15 seconds. 32 00:02:32,520 --> 00:02:38,880 The first high tide Monday will be 5.5 feet at 10.30 a.m. with a minus-half foot low tide 33 00:02:38,880 --> 00:02:41,380 at 4.45. 34 00:02:41,380 --> 00:02:49,700 The nearshore buoy at Scripps in La Jolla reads 63 degrees for the water temperature. 35 00:02:49,700 --> 00:02:54,480 This morning it's cloudy and 55 degrees with little wind. 36 00:02:54,480 --> 00:03:01,000 The sunset will take place at 6.54 and it will rise again tomorrow at 7.01. 37 00:03:01,000 --> 00:03:08,000 It looks like we're in for some clouds today with a high near 63 and wind of 5 to 15 mph 38 00:03:08,000 --> 00:03:10,480 with gusts as high as 20. 39 00:03:10,480 --> 00:03:17,680 Tonight, patchy drizzle after 11 p.m. and mostly cloudy with a low around 52 with the 40 00:03:17,680 --> 00:03:21,840 same gusty wind. 41 00:03:21,840 --> 00:03:27,800 Looking ahead in the weather, Tuesday starts with patchy drizzle, turning mostly cloudy 42 00:03:27,800 --> 00:03:33,440 and a high near 64 with 5 to 10 mph wind. 43 00:03:33,440 --> 00:03:39,040 Tuesday night remains mostly cloudy, cooling to a low around 53. 44 00:03:39,040 --> 00:03:44,820 Wednesday sees morning drizzle, then gradual clearing to a high of 66 with similar early 45 00:03:44,820 --> 00:03:49,320 conditions on Thursday but reaching 69. 46 00:03:49,320 --> 00:03:54,040 Nights from Wednesday to Friday will be mostly clear, with temperatures dipping to the low 47 00:03:54,040 --> 00:03:55,720 50s. 48 00:03:55,720 --> 00:04:01,240 Friday shines brightly, promising sunny skies and a comfortable high near 70. 49 00:04:01,240 --> 00:04:04,160 The weekend looks to be warming up. 50 00:04:04,160 --> 00:04:08,080 Bonjour, food enthusiasts! 51 00:04:08,080 --> 00:04:13,720 This podcast is brought to you by Versailles Café and Pastries in Encinitas. 52 00:04:13,720 --> 00:04:20,320 Nestled on El Camino Real South, just north of Encinitas Boulevard, this café is a haven 53 00:04:20,320 --> 00:04:23,080 for culinary delights. 54 00:04:23,080 --> 00:04:28,720 Indulge in their amazing Eggs Benedict or their gluten-free crepes. 55 00:04:28,720 --> 00:04:34,080 You can grab a panini for lunch or just breeze on through to get your morning coffee. 56 00:04:34,080 --> 00:04:37,560 They are open every day from 8 to 5. 57 00:04:37,560 --> 00:04:41,040 So stop on by and don't forget to tell them. 58 00:04:41,040 --> 00:04:44,520 Any morning sends you. 59 00:04:44,520 --> 00:04:51,240 In local news, a significant sand replenishment project led by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 60 00:04:51,240 --> 00:04:58,080 has recently concluded in Solana Beach and is now commencing in Encinitas. 61 00:04:58,080 --> 00:05:04,000 Moonlight Beach in Encinitas is the current focus, where sand distribution is set to begin, 62 00:05:04,000 --> 00:05:09,440 aiming to enhance the shoreline over the coming four to six weeks. 63 00:05:09,440 --> 00:05:15,640 The project will extend the beach by approximately 50 feet across an 8,000-foot stretch, utilizing 64 00:05:15,640 --> 00:05:20,960 over 340,000 cubic yards of sand. 65 00:05:20,960 --> 00:05:27,160 This endeavor marks the continuation of a broader initiative, the Encinitas and Solana 66 00:05:27,160 --> 00:05:31,640 Beach Coastal Storm Damage Reduction Project. 67 00:05:31,640 --> 00:05:37,960 With $30.5 million in federal funding secured, the project aims to fortify the coast against 68 00:05:37,960 --> 00:05:45,340 erosion while supporting tourism and recreation by maintaining expansive sandy beaches. 69 00:05:45,340 --> 00:05:50,040 The process involves dredging sand from a deep ocean pit and transporting it to the 70 00:05:50,040 --> 00:05:57,240 shore, a method expected to replenish the beaches every 5 to 10 years through 2074. 71 00:05:57,240 --> 00:06:04,200 Meanwhile, a similar project in San Clemente faces delays due to the unsuitable quality 72 00:06:04,200 --> 00:06:15,800 of the dredged material, highlighting the complexities of coastal management efforts. 73 00:06:15,800 --> 00:06:18,360 Now onto sports. 74 00:06:18,360 --> 00:06:24,520 Russell Wilson, celebrated for his nine Pro Bowl appearances and a Super Bowl championship, 75 00:06:24,520 --> 00:06:29,560 is set to embark on a new chapter with the Pittsburgh Steelers. 76 00:06:29,560 --> 00:06:36,120 He's entering into a one-year contract, intriguingly with the Denver Broncos covering $38 million 77 00:06:36,120 --> 00:06:39,640 of his salary with his prior team. 78 00:06:39,640 --> 00:06:44,480 Through a heartfelt social media post, Wilson shared his enthusiasm for the forthcoming 79 00:06:44,480 --> 00:06:50,480 season with the Steelers, indicating a positive outlook. 80 00:06:50,480 --> 00:06:59,180 Last night in the NBA, the Lakers at home beat the Timberwolves 120-109 and the Clippers 81 00:06:59,180 --> 00:07:05,280 at home as well lost to the Bucs 124-117. 82 00:07:05,280 --> 00:07:11,960 Last night in national hockey, the Ducks at home lost to the Islanders 6-1. 83 00:07:11,960 --> 00:07:16,360 And tonight, it's the Kings turn to face off against the Islanders. 84 00:07:16,360 --> 00:07:21,840 Puck Drop is at 7.30 California time. 85 00:07:21,840 --> 00:07:29,160 In top news, Google Maps is evolving into a more sophisticated travel companion, Integrated 86 00:07:29,160 --> 00:07:34,640 integrating advanced AI features to enhance the user experience, making it akin to having 87 00:07:34,640 --> 00:07:39,040 a local guide at your fingertips. 88 00:07:39,040 --> 00:07:45,700 This new AI capability can parse complex requests, identifying specific preferences like local 89 00:07:45,700 --> 00:07:53,400 coffee shops with vegan options and a certain ambience far beyond simple keyword searches. 90 00:07:53,400 --> 00:08:00,080 Google's initiative reflects a broader strategy to enrich its maps with deeper, actionable 91 00:08:00,080 --> 00:08:07,720 information, drawing from a wealth of place and road data accumulated over the years. 92 00:08:07,720 --> 00:08:14,780 By incorporating AI, Google Maps can now suggest destinations based on thematic queries such 93 00:08:14,780 --> 00:08:22,280 as places with a vintage vibe, categorizing results for more personalized recommendations. 94 00:08:22,280 --> 00:08:28,440 This technology not only benefits casual explorers, but is a significant asset for travelers, 95 00:08:28,440 --> 00:08:33,720 providing detailed relevant suggestions that align with their interests and situational 96 00:08:33,720 --> 00:08:34,720 needs. 97 00:08:34,720 --> 00:08:38,480 Yeah, I'm not sold on that one yet. 98 00:08:38,480 --> 00:08:42,400 Let me know when it starts cooking the food too. 99 00:08:42,400 --> 00:08:49,480 In business news, the US stock market's 2024 bull run is at a pivotal moment with 100 00:08:49,480 --> 00:08:54,840 an upcoming inflation report poised to influence its trajectory and provide insights on the 101 00:08:54,840 --> 00:08:58,040 economy's direction. 102 00:08:58,040 --> 00:09:02,820 Investors and analysts are closely watching this development, anticipating that the Federal 103 00:09:02,820 --> 00:09:08,200 Reserve might initiate interest rate cuts this year, signaling confidence in controlling 104 00:09:08,200 --> 00:09:12,360 inflation while maintaining low unemployment. 105 00:09:12,360 --> 00:09:18,280 For the Fed to consider easing, inflation doesn't necessarily need to hit the 2% target 106 00:09:18,280 --> 00:09:21,360 but must not worsen. 107 00:09:21,360 --> 00:09:26,880 Despite a spike in January's inflation data causing a stock market dip, this may be a 108 00:09:26,880 --> 00:09:32,960 prime opportunity for risk-taking in the US market, buoyed by favorable employment trends 109 00:09:32,960 --> 00:09:36,360 and moderated wage growth. 110 00:09:36,360 --> 00:09:41,560 Market analysts await February's inflation data, understanding its potential to swiftly 111 00:09:41,560 --> 00:09:47,240 influence market dynamics, with bond market movements also playing a key role in shaping 112 00:09:47,240 --> 00:09:51,040 stock market breadth this year. 113 00:09:51,040 --> 00:09:58,240 In crypto movement, Bitcoin is nearing $70,000 after a strong weekend, Ethereum is nearing 114 00:09:58,240 --> 00:10:04,360 $4,000, and Solana is $141. 115 00:10:04,360 --> 00:10:09,240 It's looking like a crypto spring this year. 116 00:10:09,240 --> 00:10:12,600 Moving on to a more local vibe. 117 00:10:12,600 --> 00:10:18,600 In our community spotlight on health and wellness, we are working with a national Pilates studio 118 00:10:18,600 --> 00:10:23,000 to bring you some free classes, so listen up. 119 00:10:23,000 --> 00:10:27,960 Check out Club Pilates, with several locations in the San Diego area. 120 00:10:27,960 --> 00:10:34,160 Pilates presents a comprehensive wellness approach, cultivating strength, reducing tension, 121 00:10:34,160 --> 00:10:37,640 and elevating mental well-being. 122 00:10:37,640 --> 00:10:41,040 Scientific research affirms its benefits. 123 00:10:41,040 --> 00:10:47,400 So now you can check out Club Pilates for a free class, with locations in Encinitas, 124 00:10:47,400 --> 00:10:52,720 Solana Beach, Oceanside, La Jolla, and more. 125 00:10:52,720 --> 00:10:56,880 Just be sure to tell them Sunny Morning sent you by. 126 00:10:56,880 --> 00:11:00,920 And now, back to the show. 127 00:11:00,920 --> 00:11:03,200 Let's talk science. 128 00:11:03,200 --> 00:11:09,300 National geographic explorer Babak Tifreshi shares his expertise on photographing solar 129 00:11:09,300 --> 00:11:13,400 eclipses with this year's total eclipse on April 8th. 130 00:11:13,400 --> 00:11:19,240 It's a particularly unique opportunity due to its occurrence during a solar maximum, 131 00:11:19,240 --> 00:11:25,520 its lengthy totality, and the expected dark conditions in the U.S. 132 00:11:25,520 --> 00:11:31,360 To photograph the eclipse safely, it's crucial to use eclipse glasses for direct viewing, 133 00:11:31,360 --> 00:11:36,720 and to equip your camera with solar filters, as the intense solar rays can damage both 134 00:11:36,720 --> 00:11:39,320 your eyes and camera. 135 00:11:39,320 --> 00:11:44,000 Deciding between wide-angle and telephoto lenses depends on whether you want to capture 136 00:11:44,000 --> 00:11:50,400 the eclipse's environment or zoom in for detailed shots of the corona and prominences. 137 00:11:50,400 --> 00:11:54,120 Each offers a different perspective and set of challenges. 138 00:11:54,120 --> 00:12:00,080 The equipment tips include using a sturdy tripod, a remote shutter release to minimize 139 00:12:00,080 --> 00:12:05,380 camera shake, and manual focus settings to ensure sharp images. 140 00:12:05,380 --> 00:12:09,960 Even smartphone photographers should use a mount and shoot in RAW format for the best 141 00:12:09,960 --> 00:12:11,640 quality. 142 00:12:11,640 --> 00:12:17,580 Despite meticulous planning, the unpredictable nature of eclipses and personal reactions 143 00:12:17,580 --> 00:12:23,360 to the celestial phenomenon highlight the importance of both enjoying the experience 144 00:12:23,360 --> 00:12:25,840 and capturing it photographically. 145 00:12:25,840 --> 00:12:34,540 Don't forget to mark your calendar for April 8th. 146 00:12:34,540 --> 00:12:40,840 And in entertainment news, Nintendo and Universal Pictures have announced a collaboration to 147 00:12:40,840 --> 00:12:47,200 produce a new animated film based on the iconic Super Mario game franchise, slated for release 148 00:12:47,200 --> 00:12:51,520 in April of 2026. 149 00:12:51,520 --> 00:12:56,500 Following the success of the Super Mario Bros. movie last year, this upcoming project will 150 00:12:56,500 --> 00:13:05,160 see Nintendo and the Santa Monica-based animation studio, Illumination, taking the lead in production. 151 00:13:05,160 --> 00:13:11,480 The financial aspects of the film will be co-managed by Nintendo and Universal Pictures, 152 00:13:11,480 --> 00:13:16,120 with the latter also handling the worldwide theatrical distribution. 153 00:13:16,120 --> 00:13:22,400 Additionally, Nintendo revealed plans for a live-action film adaptation of The Legend 154 00:13:22,400 --> 00:13:26,960 of Zelda, further diversifying its entertainment portfolio. 155 00:13:26,960 --> 00:13:32,840 Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day. 156 00:13:32,840 --> 00:13:37,120 And today, in honor of the Academy Awards last night, here's a great quote from the 157 00:13:37,120 --> 00:13:39,520 legend Clint Eastwood. 158 00:13:39,520 --> 00:13:40,520 He said, 159 00:13:40,520 --> 00:13:46,240 There's a lot of great movies that have won the Academy Award, and a lot of great movies 160 00:13:46,240 --> 00:13:47,880 that haven't. 161 00:13:47,880 --> 00:13:50,280 You just do the best you can. 162 00:13:50,280 --> 00:13:53,040 And that's a wrap for this morning. 163 00:13:53,040 --> 00:13:56,280 Remember to stay tuned tomorrow for more news and updates. 164 00:13:56,280 --> 00:14:23,640 Have an amazing day, my good friends.