Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in San Diego.
I'm your host Melissa and it's Friday, March 22nd.
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
entertainment.
But first, you'll be interested to know 52 years ago, today in 1972, the U.S. Senate
approved the Equal Rights Amendment, which stated equality of rights under the law shall
not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any state on account of sex, but it
failed to be ratified by the requisite majority of 38 states before the deadline.
So now you know.
And now you know what time it is.
It's time for the surf report.
Friday at Tormline and South San Diego, it's looking fair at 2 to 4 feet, until 10 a.m.
Then you're going to have to wait until Saturday morning to ride again.
But get out there Saturday because Sunday and Monday looks like a massacre.
This time to ride is Don Patrol with the 4-foot incoming tide when the southwest swell is
2 feet at 16 seconds and the northwest wind is 4 mile per hour.
The first high tide Friday will be about 5 feet at 8 a.m. with a minus half foot low tide
at 3.
The nearshore buoy at Scripps in La Jolla reads 64 degrees for the water temperature.
It's warming up.
Checking out the weather in the San Diego area?
This morning it's cloudy and 55 degrees with no wind.
The sunset will take place at 7.02 and it will rise again tomorrow at 6.47.
It looks like we're in for mostly clouds today with a high near 67 and wind of 5 to
10 mile per hour.
Tonight, mostly cloudy with a low around 55.
Looking ahead in the weather.
Saturday brings rain after 11 a.m., turning to showers and possibly a thunderstorm by
night.
Highs near 63 degrees and lows around 52.
Wind could reach 20 mile per hour with gusts up to 25.
Day sees similar conditions with highs around 60 and a 60 percent chance of rain.
By Monday expect mostly sunny skies, a high near 62 and a low around 53.
Tuesday will be partly sunny with a high near 64.
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In local news, exploring San Diego County via the Blue Line Trolley offers a unique
journey through its diverse landscapes and vibrant communities.
From the nostalgic rides of childhood to discovering new dining and entertainment spots, the Blue
Line connects San Ysidro to University City, showcasing 16 must-visit locations.
These spots range from quaint cafes and authentic restaurants to engaging markets and art crawls,
each within a 15-minute walk from a station.
This guide provides a comprehensive look into the convenient and affordable travel on the
Blue Line, highlighting all-day destinations that reflect the rich culture and flavors
of San Diego.
Now onto sports, for our March Madness update.
The Oakland Golden Grizzlies, a number 14 seed, achieved a stunning upset over third-seeded
Kentucky, with an 80-76 victory, igniting the magic of the NCAA Tournament.
Under the guidance of Coach Greg Camp, celebrating his 40th season and his first tournament win,
the team showcased the essence of a Cinderella story.
Graduate student Jack Golke, with a spectacular performance of 10 three-pointers contributing
to his 32 points, became the Knights' hero.
This victory, marked by resilience and a fearless approach to the game, has etched the Golden
Grizzlies into the memories of basketball fans, demonstrating that with determination
and teamwork, the underdog can triumph on the grandest stage.
Now last night in local sports.
The Padres on the road beat the Dodgers 15-11, and the Ducks at home beat the Blackhawks
4-0.
Tonight the Lakers are at home to take on the 76ers.
And the Clippers are on the road in Portland to play the Trail Blazers.
In top news, a groundbreaking study suggests the existence of a fourth eco-type of killer
whale off the California and Oregon coasts, distinct from the known offshore, transients,
and resident orcas.
This potential new group, observed in 49 individuals across nine encounters from 1997 to 2021,
exhibits unique physical traits, dietary habits, and hunting strategies.
Researchers from the University of British Columbia aim to confirm this through DNA analysis
and sound recordings.
This discovery highlights the orca's diverse behaviors and the possibility of a new orca
population in the open ocean, marked by aggressive hunting patterns, including attacks on large
marine mammals, and signs of encounters with sharks.
In business news, Reddit's IPO success, closing nearly 50% higher on its first trading day,
signals a potential resurgence in the IPO market, particularly for technology companies,
with shares initially listed at $34, then soaring up to nearly $58.
Reddit's performance, alongside AsteroLab's successful IPO, suggests growing investor
confidence.
Experts predict this trend could encourage more companies to consider going public, especially
with favorable market conditions, such as potential rate cuts.
The unique challenges Reddit faces in balancing monetization efforts with its community's
expectations highlight the complex dynamics that tech companies navigate when transitioning
from private to public entities.
In crypto movement, Bitcoin is just over $66,000.
Ethereum is at $3,500.
Solana is $179.
Moving on to a more local vibe.
In our community spotlight on health and wellness, we are working with a national Pilates studio
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Scientific research affirms its benefits.
So now you can check out Club Pilates for a free class, with locations in Encinitas,
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Just be sure to tell them Sunny Morning sent you by.
And now, back to the show.
Let's talk science.
In a revolutionary step towards addressing the global insulin crisis, scientists have
genetically engineered a cow to produce human insulin in its milk.
This breakthrough, a collaboration between the University of Illinois and the University
of Sao Paulo, leverages the efficiency of cows' mammary glands for protein production.
With the potential to drastically reduce insulin shortages and lower medication costs, this
method could significantly impact the lives of millions.
However, despite this promising development, the journey towards FDA approval and widespread
use remains lengthy, highlighting both the innovation's immense potential and the challenges
ahead in its implementation.
And in entertainment news, a revival of The Boondock Saints is indeed in the works with
Thunder Road, the production house behind John Wick, taking the lead.
Norman Reedus and Sean Patrick Flannery are set to reprise their roles, introducing new
characters to their vigilante cause.
Although the project is currently without a director, Troy Duffy, the original film's
creator, is not directing.
There's also speculation about Willem Tafo's return, given his cameo in the sequel, suggesting
the possibility of his involvement in the upcoming project.
Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day.
And today, in honor of March Madness and mentions of Cinderella stories, I leave you with this.
What an incredible Cinderella story, this unknown, comes out of nowhere.
I leave the pack, at Augusta, he's on his final hole, he's about 455 yards away, he's
gonna hit about a two iron, I think.
We got all of that, the crowd is standing on his feet here at Augusta, the normally reserved
Augusta crowd, going wild.
For this young Cinderella, who's come out of nowhere, he's got about 350 yards left,
he's gonna hit about a five iron expect, don't you think?
He's got a beautiful back sw-
Dad, oh he got all of that one!
He's gotta be pleased with that, the crowd is just on his feet here, he's a Cinderella
boy, tears in his eyes I guess, as he lines up this last shot, he's got about 195 yards
left and he's gonna, looks like he's got about an eight iron.
This crowd has gone deadly silent, Cinderella story, out of nowhere, a former Grangekeeper
now about to become the Masters Champion.
It looks like I'm a wreck, it's in the hole!
It's in the hole!
What I mean is, well, that's yeah.
About plenty.
Okay?
Okay.