1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:06,760 Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Encinitas. 2 00:00:06,760 --> 00:00:12,000 We're the daily podcast that gets you started on the right foot and always with a positive 3 00:00:12,000 --> 00:00:13,000 vibe. 4 00:00:13,000 --> 00:00:18,240 I'm your host, Melissa, and it's Monday, February 5th. 5 00:00:18,240 --> 00:00:28,920 You'll be interested to know today, 2170 years ago, in 146 BC, the Punic Wars ended. 6 00:00:28,920 --> 00:00:34,540 The Third Punic War, the last of three between Rome and Carthage, came to an end, culminating 7 00:00:34,540 --> 00:00:41,200 in the final destruction of Carthage and the beginning of Roman hegemony over the Mediterranean. 8 00:00:41,200 --> 00:00:45,340 Now let's check out the weather in the Encinitas area. 9 00:00:45,340 --> 00:00:50,600 This morning it's rainy and 58 degrees, with 12 mile per hour wind. 10 00:00:50,600 --> 00:00:58,360 Tonight the sun will set at 5.25 pm and it will rise again tomorrow at 6.39 am. 11 00:00:58,360 --> 00:01:03,520 It looks like we're in for a day of rain with a high near 59 and south wind 20 mile 12 00:01:03,520 --> 00:01:07,120 per hour, with gusts as high as 25. 13 00:01:07,120 --> 00:01:09,920 Chance of precipitation is 70%. 14 00:01:09,920 --> 00:01:13,720 New rain amounts between a quarter and half of an inch. 15 00:01:13,720 --> 00:01:21,560 Tonight rain with heavy downpours at times at a low around 55 with north wind 5 to 10 16 00:01:21,560 --> 00:01:22,960 mile per hour. 17 00:01:22,960 --> 00:01:26,320 Chance of precipitation is 100%. 18 00:01:26,320 --> 00:01:30,680 New rain amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch. 19 00:01:30,680 --> 00:01:32,680 In the surf report. 20 00:01:32,680 --> 00:01:38,920 Monday the surf scene could improve, especially in select spots, as the south-southwest swell 21 00:01:38,920 --> 00:01:44,800 peaks and merges with a westerly component, potentially creating peaky conditions. 22 00:01:44,800 --> 00:01:49,660 Though uncertain, some beach breaks might offer decent surfing opportunities. 23 00:01:49,660 --> 00:01:56,160 This blend of swells is expected to linger into Tuesday, but onshore wind might persist. 24 00:01:56,160 --> 00:01:59,040 We are also contending with a lot of rain. 25 00:01:59,040 --> 00:02:01,960 Soapy safe out there kids. 26 00:02:01,960 --> 00:02:05,600 Henensinitis and North County, yikes. 27 00:02:05,600 --> 00:02:10,400 And it's 5 to 8 feet and all the chop you can handle. 28 00:02:10,400 --> 00:02:15,540 Keep an eye out for sinkholes, mudslides and the taxman. 29 00:02:15,540 --> 00:02:21,160 The first high tide Monday will be 5 feet around 5 am, with a minus half foot low tide 30 00:02:21,160 --> 00:02:23,960 around 1 pm. 31 00:02:23,960 --> 00:02:33,440 The nearshore buoy at Scripps in La Jolla reads 59.5 degrees for the water temperature. 32 00:02:33,440 --> 00:02:35,760 Looking ahead in the weather. 33 00:02:35,760 --> 00:02:41,360 We'll see rain and thunderstorms on Tuesday, possibly heavy, with a high near 57 degrees 34 00:02:41,360 --> 00:02:43,000 and gusty wind. 35 00:02:43,000 --> 00:02:47,960 Tuesday night brings more rain and thunderstorms, cooling to 52. 36 00:02:47,960 --> 00:02:54,240 Wednesday and Thursday will be mostly cloudy, with showers likely in highs around 57 degrees. 37 00:02:54,240 --> 00:03:00,360 Friday continues with a chance of showers, then a slightly warmer high near 58. 38 00:03:00,360 --> 00:03:03,500 Maybe see if you can score a free trial of Netflix. 39 00:03:03,500 --> 00:03:09,400 You can check out our movie recommendations on the Sunny Mornings Instagram pages. 40 00:03:09,400 --> 00:03:13,600 Bonjour, food enthusiasts! 41 00:03:13,600 --> 00:03:19,200 This podcast is brought to you by Versailles Cafe and Pastries in Encinitas. 42 00:03:19,200 --> 00:03:25,700 Nestled on El Camino Real South, just north of Encinitas Boulevard, this cafe is a haven 43 00:03:25,700 --> 00:03:28,480 for culinary delights. 44 00:03:28,480 --> 00:03:34,040 Indulge in their amazing Eggs Benedict or their gluten-free crepes. 45 00:03:34,040 --> 00:03:39,360 You can grab a panini for lunch or just breeze on through to get your morning coffee. 46 00:03:39,360 --> 00:03:42,800 They are open every day from 8 to 5. 47 00:03:42,800 --> 00:03:46,160 So stop on by and don't forget to tell them. 48 00:03:46,160 --> 00:03:50,720 Sunny Mornings send you. 49 00:03:50,720 --> 00:03:57,580 In local news, a puppy named Richard, gravely ill with canine parvovirus, has been miraculously 50 00:03:57,580 --> 00:04:01,200 cured using a groundbreaking treatment. 51 00:04:01,200 --> 00:04:06,040 At only 6 weeks old and weighing under 4 pounds, Richard's prognosis was bleak. 52 00:04:06,040 --> 00:04:12,200 However, the Helen Woodward Animal Center administered the new canine parvovirus monoclonal 53 00:04:12,200 --> 00:04:17,280 antibody, making him the first dog to receive this treatment at the center. 54 00:04:17,280 --> 00:04:23,800 Unlike traditional treatments that manage symptoms, CPMA directly combats the virus. 55 00:04:23,800 --> 00:04:29,960 Remarkably, Richard responded overnight, reducing the treatment time from a week to just 24 56 00:04:29,960 --> 00:04:35,680 hours and slashing costs from thousands to $200 per vial. 57 00:04:35,680 --> 00:04:42,100 This success signifies a significant advancement in treating this deadly canine illness. 58 00:04:42,100 --> 00:04:44,000 It just warmed me right up. 59 00:04:44,000 --> 00:04:48,400 If you want to see a picture of Richard, head over to our Instagram page. 60 00:04:48,400 --> 00:04:57,080 Just search for Sunny Mornings podcast. 61 00:04:57,080 --> 00:04:59,160 Now on to sports. 62 00:04:59,160 --> 00:05:03,520 This weekend, the Pro Bowl games took place in Orlando, Florida. 63 00:05:03,520 --> 00:05:10,320 Looks like the NFC beat the ASC, 64-59, in a game of flag football. 64 00:05:10,320 --> 00:05:13,200 I hope they had some nice weather. 65 00:05:13,200 --> 00:05:17,920 Only 6 more days until Super Bowl 58, folks. 66 00:05:17,920 --> 00:05:22,640 Also this weekend, the National Hockey League had their All-Star Game. 67 00:05:22,640 --> 00:05:27,520 This year, they played two different games of 3-on-3, with four different team captains 68 00:05:27,520 --> 00:05:30,880 drafting to build their All-Star team. 69 00:05:30,880 --> 00:05:39,220 Team Matthews beat Team Hughes 6-5, and Team McDavid beat Team McKinnon 4-3. 70 00:05:39,220 --> 00:05:44,120 Fee games resume on Monday, but the Ducks and Kings don't play their games until Thursday 71 00:05:44,120 --> 00:05:46,880 and Saturday respectively. 72 00:05:46,880 --> 00:05:54,580 In the NBA, this weekend, the Lakers on the road beat the Knicks 113-105, and the Clippers 73 00:05:54,580 --> 00:05:59,840 also on the road beat the Heat 103-95. 74 00:05:59,840 --> 00:06:06,660 Tonight the Lakers remain on the road to take on the Hornets. 75 00:06:06,660 --> 00:06:14,600 Another top news, the FIFA World Cup final in 2026 is set to be hosted in New York, triumphing 76 00:06:14,600 --> 00:06:18,180 over Dallas and Los Angeles. 77 00:06:18,180 --> 00:06:23,880 This highly anticipated event will take place at New Jersey's MetLife Stadium, a venue 78 00:06:23,880 --> 00:06:31,840 with a capacity of 82,500 and home to the NFL's New York Giants and New York Jets. 79 00:06:31,840 --> 00:06:37,960 Easily accessible from Manhattan, MetLife Stadium is a familiar venue for major events, 80 00:06:37,960 --> 00:06:42,160 having hosted sold-out concerts and a Super Bowl. 81 00:06:42,160 --> 00:06:48,200 New York Mayor Eric Adams and New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy actively promoted MetLife Stadium, 82 00:06:48,200 --> 00:06:52,720 highlighting the region's infrastructure and global appeal. 83 00:06:52,720 --> 00:06:59,680 The U.S., along with Canada and Mexico, are co-hosts for the 2026 World Cup. 84 00:06:59,680 --> 00:07:05,840 The tournament kicks off in Mexico City, with the U.S. and Canada hosting games in Los Angeles 85 00:07:05,840 --> 00:07:07,600 and Toronto. 86 00:07:07,600 --> 00:07:12,800 While Dallas lost the bid for the final, it will host nine games, including a semifinal 87 00:07:12,800 --> 00:07:15,100 more than any other city. 88 00:07:15,100 --> 00:07:22,800 The decision places New York at the forefront of the global sporting stage in July of 2026. 89 00:07:22,800 --> 00:07:25,080 Now on to business news. 90 00:07:25,080 --> 00:07:31,760 Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, speaking on CBS 60 Minutes, indicates that interest 91 00:07:31,760 --> 00:07:37,000 rate cuts are on the horizon, but unlikely to occur in March. 92 00:07:37,000 --> 00:07:42,040 Despite Wall Street's expectations, the Fed is seeking more confidence in inflation moving 93 00:07:42,040 --> 00:07:47,080 closer to its 2 percent, target before making such a move. 94 00:07:47,080 --> 00:07:53,160 Since April 2021, the Fed has implemented aggressive interest rate hikes to combat inflation. 95 00:07:53,160 --> 00:07:59,160 Now, with inflation rates easing and the U.S. economy showing strength, including significant 96 00:07:59,160 --> 00:08:06,320 job growth and high consumer sentiment, a rate cut seems imminent later this year. 97 00:08:06,320 --> 00:08:11,840 Powell emphasizes the importance of restoring price stability and the Fed's non-political 98 00:08:11,840 --> 00:08:16,180 stance despite congressional pressures for early rate cuts. 99 00:08:16,180 --> 00:08:22,240 The Fed also keeps a cautious eye on potential economic risks from geopolitical turmoil, 100 00:08:22,240 --> 00:08:28,520 though Powell remains optimistic about the economy's trajectory towards a soft landing. 101 00:08:28,520 --> 00:08:38,000 In crypto, Bitcoin is at 42,700, Ethereum is about 2,300, and Cardano is down to about 102 00:08:38,000 --> 00:08:42,160 50 cents. 103 00:08:42,160 --> 00:08:45,460 Moving on to a more local vibe. 104 00:08:45,460 --> 00:08:51,400 In our community spotlight on health and wellness, we are working with a national Pilates studio 105 00:08:51,400 --> 00:08:55,740 to bring you some free classes, so listen up. 106 00:08:55,740 --> 00:09:01,040 Check out Club Pilates with several locations in the San Diego area. 107 00:09:01,040 --> 00:09:06,800 Pilates presents a comprehensive wellness approach, cultivating strength, reducing tension, 108 00:09:06,800 --> 00:09:10,240 and elevating mental well-being. 109 00:09:10,240 --> 00:09:13,600 Scientific research affirms its benefits. 110 00:09:13,600 --> 00:09:19,880 So now you can check out Club Pilates for a free class with locations in Encinitas, 111 00:09:19,880 --> 00:09:25,120 Solana Beach, Oceanside, La Jolla, and more. 112 00:09:25,120 --> 00:09:29,240 Just be sure to tell them Sunny Morning sent you by. 113 00:09:29,240 --> 00:09:33,160 And now back to the show. 114 00:09:33,160 --> 00:09:36,260 Now let's talk more tech in crypto. 115 00:09:36,260 --> 00:09:42,280 In an intriguing court case, computer scientist Craig Wright claims he's the elusive Satoshi 116 00:09:42,280 --> 00:09:46,040 Nakamoto, the creator of Bitcoin. 117 00:09:46,040 --> 00:09:51,600 Wright has been asserting this since 2016, and the upcoming trial in the UK High Court 118 00:09:51,600 --> 00:09:53,760 will scrutinize his claim. 119 00:09:53,760 --> 00:09:59,120 The Crypto Open Patent Alliance, also known as COPPA, brought the case against Wright, 120 00:09:59,120 --> 00:10:04,240 challenging his claim, and the lawsuits he's filed asserting intellectual property rights 121 00:10:04,240 --> 00:10:06,360 over Bitcoin. 122 00:10:06,360 --> 00:10:11,920 COPPA aims to get a declaration that Wright isn't the Bitcoin white paper's author, 123 00:10:11,920 --> 00:10:16,760 and didn't write the original code, hooking to stalk him from claiming otherwise. 124 00:10:16,760 --> 00:10:22,520 This trial has far-reaching implications, potentially impacting Bitcoin's future development 125 00:10:22,520 --> 00:10:23,520 and control. 126 00:10:23,520 --> 00:10:29,280 Wright's credibility and the authenticity of his documents will be keyed focus areas, 127 00:10:29,280 --> 00:10:33,520 with accusations of document forgery in the spotlight. 128 00:10:33,520 --> 00:10:39,040 If Wright has declared Nakamoto, it could grant him significant control over Bitcoin, potentially 129 00:10:39,040 --> 00:10:41,280 stifling its development. 130 00:10:41,280 --> 00:10:49,880 The outcome could influence global perceptions and legal rulings regarding Bitcoin's authorship. 131 00:10:49,880 --> 00:10:56,640 And in entertainment news, at the 2024 Grammy Awards last night, Taylor Swift surprised 132 00:10:56,640 --> 00:11:02,760 fans by announcing a new album, The Tortured Poets Department, set to release on April 133 00:11:02,760 --> 00:11:04,480 19th. 134 00:11:04,480 --> 00:11:10,800 Contrary to expectations of her last album, Reputation, Taylor's version, Swift revealed 135 00:11:10,800 --> 00:11:17,480 this entirely new project, while accepting the Best Pop Vocal Album Award for Midnights. 136 00:11:17,480 --> 00:11:23,840 The album consists of 16 songs, plus a bonus track titled The Manuscript. 137 00:11:23,840 --> 00:11:27,720 Swift shared that she had kept this album a secret for two years. 138 00:11:27,720 --> 00:11:33,640 Her Instagram bio now intriguingly states, All's fair in love and poetry. 139 00:11:33,640 --> 00:11:38,440 Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day. 140 00:11:38,440 --> 00:11:41,040 And today, our quote comes from me. 141 00:11:41,040 --> 00:11:46,160 The secret to getting ahead is getting started. 142 00:11:46,160 --> 00:11:50,040 So on that note, let's get started. 143 00:11:50,040 --> 00:11:52,080 And that's a wrap for this morning. 144 00:11:52,080 --> 00:11:55,280 Remember to stay tuned tomorrow for more news and updates. 145 00:11:55,280 --> 00:12:08,800 Have an amazing day, my good friends.