1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:07,600 Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in San Diego. 2 00:00:07,600 --> 00:00:13,080 I'm your host Melissa and it's Wednesday, March 27th. 3 00:00:13,080 --> 00:00:17,920 Coming up on today's show, we'll get into the surf report and the weather outlook, then 4 00:00:17,920 --> 00:00:23,840 we'll jump into some local news and a few interesting happenings in business, tech and 5 00:00:23,840 --> 00:00:24,840 entertainment. 6 00:00:24,840 --> 00:00:33,880 But first, you'll be interested to know, 2071 years ago, today in 47 BC. 7 00:00:33,880 --> 00:00:39,560 Amidst the power struggle in Rome between Julius Caesar and Pompey, also known as Pompey 8 00:00:39,560 --> 00:00:45,240 the Great, Cleopatra saw an opportunity to solidify her reign. 9 00:00:45,240 --> 00:00:50,280 Following Pompey's assassination in Egypt, Caesar arrived in Alexandria, leading to a 10 00:00:50,280 --> 00:00:56,000 romantic and political alliance between him and Cleopatra. 11 00:00:56,000 --> 00:01:03,000 This partnership resulted in Cleopatra's reinstatement as Queen of Egypt in 47 BC, after she had 12 00:01:03,000 --> 00:01:06,600 been exiled by her brother Ptolemy. 13 00:01:06,600 --> 00:01:11,720 Supported by Roman military might, Cleopatra's re-ascension to the throne not only highlighted 14 00:01:11,720 --> 00:01:17,440 her strategic acumen, but also marked the beginning of a significant era of prosperity 15 00:01:17,440 --> 00:01:20,240 and peace under her rule. 16 00:01:20,240 --> 00:01:22,120 So now you know. 17 00:01:22,120 --> 00:01:25,440 And now you know what time it is. 18 00:01:25,440 --> 00:01:30,320 It's time for the surf report. 19 00:01:30,320 --> 00:01:35,000 Starting Wednesday and extending into the weekend, anticipate a blend of mid to short 20 00:01:35,000 --> 00:01:42,800 period northwest swell, with some new long period west-northwest swell contributions. 21 00:01:42,800 --> 00:01:47,680 Conditions are expected to favor waist to chest high waves at prime spots, with overall 22 00:01:47,680 --> 00:01:52,400 surf quality potentially enhanced by lighter morning wind. 23 00:01:52,400 --> 00:01:57,600 The outlook for the weekend suggests the arrival of a more pronounced west-northwest swell, 24 00:01:57,600 --> 00:02:03,280 leading to widespread waste to chest high surf, with standout locations possibly experiencing 25 00:02:03,280 --> 00:02:05,080 head high plus. 26 00:02:05,080 --> 00:02:11,760 However, we should be prepared for variable wind conditions that could impact surf quality. 27 00:02:11,760 --> 00:02:17,920 Wednesday at Tormelene and South San Diego, it's looking good and clean at 3 to 4 feet 28 00:02:17,920 --> 00:02:18,920 until noon. 29 00:02:18,920 --> 00:02:22,640 Then the wind and rough stuff rolls in. 30 00:02:22,640 --> 00:02:28,440 Best time to ride is at 9 a.m. with a 2.5 foot incoming tide when the north-northeast 31 00:02:28,440 --> 00:02:35,240 swell is 2 feet at 18 seconds and the offshore wind is 2 mile per hour. 32 00:02:35,240 --> 00:02:42,680 The first high tide Wednesday will be 4 feet at 11 a.m. with a 1 foot low tide at 4.30. 33 00:02:42,680 --> 00:02:50,200 The nearshore buoy at Scripps in La Jolla reads 60 degrees for the water temperature. 34 00:02:50,200 --> 00:02:55,940 Checking out the weather in the San Diego area, this morning it's partly cloudy and 35 00:02:55,940 --> 00:03:01,080 feels like 52 degrees with 2 mile per hour wind. 36 00:03:01,080 --> 00:03:07,760 The sunset will take place at 7.05 and it will rise again tomorrow at 6.41. 37 00:03:07,760 --> 00:03:13,800 It looks like we're in for a mostly sunny day with a high near 66 and wind of 5 to 10 38 00:03:13,800 --> 00:03:15,480 mile per hour. 39 00:03:15,480 --> 00:03:22,200 Tonight, mostly cloudy with a low around 51. 40 00:03:22,200 --> 00:03:29,160 Looking ahead in the weather, Thursday offers partly sunny weather, highs at 66 degrees 41 00:03:29,160 --> 00:03:32,600 and brisk northwest wind. 42 00:03:32,600 --> 00:03:36,400 Nighttime cools to 52 under clouds. 43 00:03:36,400 --> 00:03:41,700 Friday sees a high of 65, becoming sunnier, with a slight chance of rain at night with 44 00:03:41,700 --> 00:03:44,080 a low of 54. 45 00:03:44,080 --> 00:03:50,360 The weekend brings variable clouds, occasional rain, highs around 66, and nighttime lows 46 00:03:50,360 --> 00:03:52,960 in the low 50s. 47 00:03:52,960 --> 00:03:56,600 Bonjour, food enthusiasts! 48 00:03:56,600 --> 00:04:02,240 This podcast is brought to you by Versailles Cafe and Pastries in Encinitas. 49 00:04:02,240 --> 00:04:08,820 Nestled on El Camino Real South, just north of Encinitas Boulevard, this cafe is a haven 50 00:04:08,820 --> 00:04:11,640 for culinary delights. 51 00:04:11,640 --> 00:04:17,240 Indulge in their amazing Eggs Benedict or their gluten-free crepes. 52 00:04:17,240 --> 00:04:22,600 You can grab a panini for lunch or just breeze on through to get your morning coffee. 53 00:04:22,600 --> 00:04:26,080 They are open every day from 8 to 5. 54 00:04:26,080 --> 00:04:29,560 So stop on by and don't forget to tell them. 55 00:04:29,560 --> 00:04:33,040 Sunny mornings send you. 56 00:04:33,040 --> 00:04:35,160 In local news… 57 00:04:35,160 --> 00:04:40,520 On April 8, San Diego will experience a partial solar eclipse. 58 00:04:40,520 --> 00:04:45,880 To safely view this celestial event, specialized glasses are essential since looking directly 59 00:04:45,880 --> 00:04:49,180 at the sun can harm your eyes. 60 00:04:49,180 --> 00:04:54,360 Free solar eclipse glasses are available at select locations, including the Fleet Science 61 00:04:54,360 --> 00:04:58,520 Center and San Diego Public Libraries. 62 00:04:58,520 --> 00:05:04,000 The Fleet Science Center is hosting a viewing party in Balboa Park, offering not only free 63 00:05:04,000 --> 00:05:09,200 glasses but also educational activities and a chance to experience the eclipse through 64 00:05:09,200 --> 00:05:11,840 a live feed. 65 00:05:11,840 --> 00:05:16,960 San Diego's public libraries are distributing glasses, with a limit of two per household 66 00:05:16,960 --> 00:05:20,220 and hosting eclipsing events. 67 00:05:20,220 --> 00:05:25,400 If unable to secure free glasses, building a pinhole projector or purchasing compliant 68 00:05:25,400 --> 00:05:34,640 glasses are recommended alternatives. 69 00:05:34,640 --> 00:05:36,880 Now on to sports. 70 00:05:36,880 --> 00:05:42,360 The NFL is introducing a significant change to kickoffs to enhance safety and increase 71 00:05:42,360 --> 00:05:45,200 the number of returns. 72 00:05:45,200 --> 00:05:50,240 This new approach involves positioning the majority of players downfield before the kick, 73 00:05:50,240 --> 00:05:53,720 aiming to reduce high-speed collisions. 74 00:05:53,720 --> 00:05:58,720 Kickers will kick off from their 35-yard line with their teammates at the receiving team's 75 00:05:58,720 --> 00:06:05,760 40-yard line and most of the return team between their 35 and 30-yard lines. 76 00:06:05,760 --> 00:06:11,640 This setup is expected to lower injury rates and make the play safer, while aiming to double 77 00:06:11,640 --> 00:06:21,120 the return rate from 21% in 2023 to between 50% and 60% in 2024. 78 00:06:21,120 --> 00:06:26,640 The change, seen as one of the most significant since the introduction of Replay Review, 79 00:06:26,640 --> 00:06:29,840 will be tested as a one-year experiment. 80 00:06:29,840 --> 00:06:34,400 Sounds kinda crazy to me. 81 00:06:34,400 --> 00:06:43,200 Last night in local sports, the Lakers at home beat the Bucks 128-124 and the Ducks 82 00:06:43,200 --> 00:06:47,920 at home lost to the Kraken 4-0. 83 00:06:47,920 --> 00:06:54,640 Tonight, the Lakers are on the road in Memphis to take on the Grizzlies and the Clippers 84 00:06:54,640 --> 00:07:01,360 are on the road in Philadelphia to take on the 76ers. 85 00:07:01,360 --> 00:07:07,600 In talk news, the collapse of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge has spotlighted the 86 00:07:07,600 --> 00:07:11,880 urgent need for infrastructure attention in the U.S. 87 00:07:11,880 --> 00:07:17,820 Despite no signs of negligence, this incident underlines a broader national crisis of aging 88 00:07:17,820 --> 00:07:21,080 and underfunded infrastructure. 89 00:07:21,080 --> 00:07:28,560 With nearly 10% of the country's 617,000 bridges significantly compromised and countless 90 00:07:28,560 --> 00:07:34,080 other critical structures in dire condition, the incident in Baltimore could force a more 91 00:07:34,080 --> 00:07:37,320 focused federal response. 92 00:07:37,320 --> 00:07:42,280 President Biden has committed to rebuilding the Key Bridge, but many other structures 93 00:07:42,280 --> 00:07:44,960 lack similar commitments. 94 00:07:44,960 --> 00:07:52,760 The bipartisan infrastructure law of 2021 provides $1.2 trillion over five years, the 95 00:07:52,760 --> 00:07:56,280 largest investment in U.S. infrastructure history. 96 00:07:56,280 --> 00:08:02,520 Yet experts warn this may only be a temporary fix without sustained funding and maintenance 97 00:08:02,520 --> 00:08:04,800 efforts. 98 00:08:04,800 --> 00:08:13,240 In business news, Visa and MasterCard's agreement to lower swipe fees by an average of 0.07% 99 00:08:13,240 --> 00:08:18,900 over the next five years following a nearly two-decade court battle could have significant 100 00:08:18,900 --> 00:08:22,760 implications for credit card rewards. 101 00:08:22,760 --> 00:08:29,480 Swipe fees, which can range up to 4% for premium cards, fund various cardholder benefits, including 102 00:08:29,480 --> 00:08:33,520 cashback, travel points, and shopping perks. 103 00:08:33,520 --> 00:08:38,280 With a reduction in these fees, there might be concerns about the sustainability of these 104 00:08:38,280 --> 00:08:39,280 rewards. 105 00:08:39,280 --> 00:08:44,760 However, the Electronic Payments Coalition has applauded the settlement, indicating it 106 00:08:44,760 --> 00:08:49,840 could prevent the need for the proposed Credit Card Competition Act, which might have negatively 107 00:08:49,840 --> 00:08:53,840 impacted consumers and rewards programs. 108 00:08:53,840 --> 00:08:59,080 Despite the potential for reduced rewards, this agreement is seen as a positive development 109 00:08:59,080 --> 00:09:05,940 for reducing business costs and maintaining consumer benefits. 110 00:09:05,940 --> 00:09:11,600 In crypto movement, Bitcoin is at $70,000. 111 00:09:11,600 --> 00:09:14,600 Ethereum is at $3,500. 112 00:09:14,600 --> 00:09:21,280 Solana is nearing $188. 113 00:09:21,280 --> 00:09:24,720 Moving on to a more local vibe. 114 00:09:24,720 --> 00:09:30,720 In our community spotlight on health and wellness, we are working with a national Pilates studio 115 00:09:30,720 --> 00:09:34,920 to bring you some free classes, so listen up. 116 00:09:34,920 --> 00:09:40,040 Check out Club Pilates with several locations in the San Diego area. 117 00:09:40,040 --> 00:09:46,200 Pilates presents a comprehensive wellness approach, cultivating strength, reducing tension, 118 00:09:46,200 --> 00:09:49,700 and elevating mental well-being. 119 00:09:49,700 --> 00:09:53,080 Scientific research affirms its benefits. 120 00:09:53,080 --> 00:09:59,440 So now you can check out Club Pilates for a free class, with locations in Encinitas, 121 00:09:59,440 --> 00:10:04,760 Solana Beach, Oceanside, La Jolla, and more. 122 00:10:04,760 --> 00:10:08,920 Just be sure to tell them Sunny Morning sent you by. 123 00:10:08,920 --> 00:10:12,880 And now, back to the show. 124 00:10:12,880 --> 00:10:14,760 Let's talk tech. 125 00:10:14,760 --> 00:10:19,640 A groundbreaking discovery has unveiled a new chapter in the storied history of William 126 00:10:19,640 --> 00:10:25,480 Shakespeare, revealing his younger sister, Joan Shakespeare Hart, as the true author 127 00:10:25,480 --> 00:10:29,240 of a long misunderstood family document. 128 00:10:29,240 --> 00:10:35,860 This revelation challenges the long-held belief at the document, found in 1757 and believed 129 00:10:35,860 --> 00:10:41,760 to be penned by their father, John Shakespeare, signifies a dramatic shift in the understanding 130 00:10:41,760 --> 00:10:45,280 of the Shakespeare family's religious affiliations. 131 00:10:45,280 --> 00:10:52,020 Joan, a figure previously shattered by her illustrious brother, emerges as a secret Catholic 132 00:10:52,020 --> 00:10:55,880 sympathizer in Protestant England. 133 00:10:55,880 --> 00:11:00,720 This finding not only sheds light on the secretive nature of the Shakespeare family, but also 134 00:11:00,720 --> 00:11:06,520 underscores the evolving methodologies in historical research, leveraging digital archives 135 00:11:06,520 --> 00:11:12,800 to solve mysteries that have puzzled scholars for centuries. 136 00:11:12,800 --> 00:11:19,400 And in entertainment news, Steve Martin's multifaceted career and personal journey are 137 00:11:19,400 --> 00:11:25,600 captured in a unique documentary by Morgan Neville titled Steve, a Documentary in Two 138 00:11:25,600 --> 00:11:27,600 Pieces. 139 00:11:27,600 --> 00:11:33,360 The film, premiering on Apple TV+, dowels into Martin's life, showcasing his evolution 140 00:11:33,360 --> 00:11:40,120 from a Disneyland performer and stand-up comedian to a movie star, banjo player, father and 141 00:11:40,120 --> 00:11:43,600 comedy duo with Martin Short. 142 00:11:43,600 --> 00:11:47,880 Through reflections and archival footage, the documentary attempts to synthesize the 143 00:11:47,880 --> 00:11:54,880 various stages of Martin's life, highlighting his impact on comedy and his personal growth. 144 00:11:54,880 --> 00:11:59,800 Despite his critical view of his earlier work, Martin acknowledges the joy in his current 145 00:11:59,800 --> 00:12:04,480 endeavors, especially his comedic partnership with Short. 146 00:12:04,480 --> 00:12:09,520 Now content and considering himself at his best, Martin reflects on a life that seems 147 00:12:09,520 --> 00:12:17,000 almost in reverse, marked by a late-stage tranquility and happiness he hadn't anticipated. 148 00:12:17,000 --> 00:12:23,140 Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day. 149 00:12:23,140 --> 00:12:27,440 And today, our quote comes from William Shakespeare. 150 00:12:27,440 --> 00:12:29,160 The great poet said, 151 00:12:29,160 --> 00:12:32,360 Our doubts are traitors, 152 00:12:32,360 --> 00:12:36,000 And make us lose the good we oft might win, 153 00:12:36,000 --> 00:12:38,840 By fearing to attempt. 154 00:12:38,840 --> 00:12:40,920 And that's a wrap for this morning. 155 00:12:40,920 --> 00:12:44,080 Remember to stay tuned tomorrow for more news and updates. 156 00:12:44,080 --> 00:12:53,120 Have an amazing day, my good friends.