1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:07,880 Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Encinitas. 2 00:00:07,880 --> 00:00:13,960 I'm your host, Melissa, and it's Wednesday, February 28th. 3 00:00:13,960 --> 00:00:18,880 Coming up on today's show, we'll get into the surf report and the weather outlook, and 4 00:00:18,880 --> 00:00:25,000 we'll jump into some local news and a few interesting happenings in business, tech and 5 00:00:25,000 --> 00:00:26,000 science. 6 00:00:26,000 --> 00:00:30,800 Oh boy, today is National Pancake Day. 7 00:00:30,800 --> 00:00:36,760 They say that pancakes were first invented around 600 BC in ancient Greece, and the way 8 00:00:36,760 --> 00:00:42,400 we know that is because it was described in poetry. 9 00:00:42,400 --> 00:00:49,280 So go grab yourself a schmoke and a pancake, because here comes the surf report. 10 00:00:49,280 --> 00:00:54,920 Expect a small fun blend of northwest and south-southwest swells on Wednesday, with 11 00:00:54,920 --> 00:01:01,000 light wind in the morning and manageable onshore flow in the afternoon. 12 00:01:01,000 --> 00:01:06,400 Conditions are cleaner overall, with waves mostly fight a waist high, occasionally reaching 13 00:01:06,400 --> 00:01:10,240 chest-to-shoulder at prime spots. 14 00:01:10,240 --> 00:01:15,840 From Thursday, expect a modest mix of northwest swells, with conditions picking up significantly 15 00:01:15,840 --> 00:01:20,760 by the weekend due to a storm, promising chest-to-head high waves. 16 00:01:20,760 --> 00:01:25,840 However, as of now, the weekend's swell looks unrideable. 17 00:01:25,840 --> 00:01:29,320 Stay tuned for more info throughout the week. 18 00:01:29,320 --> 00:01:36,080 Wednesday in Encinitas and North County, it's looking good and clean, at 2 to 3 feet before 19 00:01:36,080 --> 00:01:42,040 10 a.m., with a 3-foot incoming high tide and no wind. 20 00:01:42,040 --> 00:01:44,840 Best time to ride is at 9 a.m. 21 00:01:44,840 --> 00:01:48,960 Everything after 10 is looking unrideable. 22 00:01:48,960 --> 00:01:53,720 Air temps for the morning surf are around 58 degrees. 23 00:01:53,720 --> 00:02:00,360 The first low tide Wednesday will be 1 foot at 5 a.m. with a 4-foot high tide just before 24 00:02:00,360 --> 00:02:02,000 11. 25 00:02:02,000 --> 00:02:08,920 The nearshore buoy at Scripps in La Jolla reads 60 degrees for the water temperature. 26 00:02:08,920 --> 00:02:12,980 Checking out the weather in the Encinitas area. 27 00:02:12,980 --> 00:02:18,160 This morning it's mostly cloudy and 53 degrees with no wind. 28 00:02:18,160 --> 00:02:25,840 The sunset will take place at 5.45 p.m. and it will rise again tomorrow at 6.16 a.m. 29 00:02:25,840 --> 00:02:31,480 It looks like we're in for a mostly sunny day with a high near 61 and west wind 5 to 30 00:02:31,480 --> 00:02:33,760 10 mile per hour. 31 00:02:33,760 --> 00:02:41,920 Tonight, increasing clouds with a low around 54 and calm wind. 32 00:02:41,920 --> 00:02:43,320 Looking ahead in the weather. 33 00:02:43,320 --> 00:02:49,600 We'll see a gradual transition from cloudy to mostly sunny conditions with steady highs 34 00:02:49,600 --> 00:02:52,260 near 60 degrees. 35 00:02:52,260 --> 00:02:57,640 The weekend brings a chance of rain and showers, particularly Saturday night, before clearing 36 00:02:57,640 --> 00:03:03,040 up to sunny skies on Sunday with a cooler high of 56. 37 00:03:03,040 --> 00:03:06,960 Bonjour, food enthusiasts. 38 00:03:06,960 --> 00:03:12,600 This podcast is brought to you by Versailles Cafe and Pastries in Encinitas. 39 00:03:12,600 --> 00:03:19,160 Nestled on El Camino Real South, just north of Encinitas Boulevard, this cafe is a haven 40 00:03:19,160 --> 00:03:21,960 for culinary delights. 41 00:03:21,960 --> 00:03:27,600 Indulge in their amazing Eggs Benedict or their gluten-free crepes. 42 00:03:27,600 --> 00:03:32,960 You can grab a panini for lunch or just breeze on through to get your morning coffee. 43 00:03:32,960 --> 00:03:36,440 They are open every day from 8 to 5. 44 00:03:36,440 --> 00:03:39,920 So stop on by and don't forget to tell them. 45 00:03:39,920 --> 00:03:43,200 Any morning sends you. 46 00:03:43,200 --> 00:03:49,720 In local news, the San Diego Unified School District is confronting a significant financial 47 00:03:49,720 --> 00:03:56,700 challenge with a $94 million budget shortfall for the upcoming school year. 48 00:03:56,700 --> 00:04:02,560 This predicament arises primarily from the cessation of pandemic-related funding. 49 00:04:02,560 --> 00:04:07,760 Efforts to mitigate the impact include potential staff layoffs, with a particular focus on 50 00:04:07,760 --> 00:04:11,920 minimizing disruptions to classroom activities. 51 00:04:11,920 --> 00:04:17,360 The district is striving to reallocate resources and evaluate each position to address staffing 52 00:04:17,360 --> 00:04:21,280 shortfalls and minimize adverse effects. 53 00:04:21,280 --> 00:04:27,160 Meanwhile, strategic cuts are being considered, especially in areas where pandemic services 54 00:04:27,160 --> 00:04:31,680 are deemed no longer essential or effective. 55 00:04:31,680 --> 00:04:37,120 This financial crunch comes despite recent salary increases for teachers, underscoring 56 00:04:37,120 --> 00:04:50,000 the complex balancing act of maintaining educational quality amid budget constraints. 57 00:04:50,000 --> 00:04:52,000 Now on to sports. 58 00:04:52,000 --> 00:04:57,040 The Chicago Bears, holding the number one overall pick in the NFL Draft for the second 59 00:04:57,040 --> 00:05:02,240 consecutive year, face a pivotal decision regarding quarterback Justin Fields' future 60 00:05:02,240 --> 00:05:04,800 with the team. 61 00:05:04,800 --> 00:05:10,200 Football manager Rand Poles hinted at a potential trade of Fields if the team opts for a quarterback 62 00:05:10,200 --> 00:05:16,960 with their top pick, emphasizing the desire to treat Fields fairly in the process. 63 00:05:16,960 --> 00:05:22,200 With USC's Caleb Williams being a highly anticipated prospect, the Bears' strategy 64 00:05:22,200 --> 00:05:25,720 remains under wraps. 65 00:05:25,720 --> 00:05:30,620 Amidst speculation of trading the number one pick again, Poles assures that any decision 66 00:05:30,620 --> 00:05:36,560 will prioritize the Bears' best interest without succumbing to external pressures. 67 00:05:36,560 --> 00:05:42,800 Fields, after a season of mixed performances and recent controversies over his social 68 00:05:42,800 --> 00:05:48,780 media actions, seeks clarity on his position, which Poles acknowledges promising ongoing 69 00:05:48,780 --> 00:05:52,760 communication with Fields representatives. 70 00:05:52,760 --> 00:05:58,400 No basketball games in SoCal last night, but tonight the Lakers and Clippers face off again 71 00:05:58,400 --> 00:06:00,560 in Los Angeles. 72 00:06:00,560 --> 00:06:07,760 In national hockey, the Kings on the road lost to the Flames 4-2. 73 00:06:07,760 --> 00:06:14,180 In top news, researchers have developed an app named Mindeer, designed to alleviate the 74 00:06:14,180 --> 00:06:20,800 symptoms of tinnitus, a condition characterized by a persistent ringing in the ears. 75 00:06:20,800 --> 00:06:28,200 In initial trials involving 30 participants, nearly two-thirds reported significant improvements. 76 00:06:28,200 --> 00:06:34,560 Mindeer incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, relaxation exercises, 77 00:06:34,560 --> 00:06:41,020 and sound therapy, aiming to train the brain to ignore the bothersome noise of tinnitus. 78 00:06:41,020 --> 00:06:46,040 The app's development is a response to the challenges of accessing traditional treatments, 79 00:06:46,040 --> 00:06:51,380 which often require expensive and scarce psychological services. 80 00:06:51,380 --> 00:06:57,320 With plans for larger trials, in collaboration with the University College of London Hospital, 81 00:06:57,320 --> 00:07:04,200 Mindeer represents a promising step towards accessible treatment for tinnitus sufferers. 82 00:07:04,200 --> 00:07:11,080 In business news, Crestbrook Insurance Company under Nationwide is exiting the California 83 00:07:11,080 --> 00:07:19,680 home insurance market by June 15, 2025, ceasing renewals for its wealthy clientele. 84 00:07:19,680 --> 00:07:25,080 This decision reflects a broader strategy to streamline Nationwide's operations, focusing 85 00:07:25,080 --> 00:07:31,480 on sustainability and competitive pricing across diverse customer needs. 86 00:07:31,480 --> 00:07:36,520 Despite Crestbrook's departure affecting a small fraction of Nationwide's portfolio, 87 00:07:36,520 --> 00:07:42,360 it underscores the insurance industry's ongoing adjustments to market dynamics. 88 00:07:42,360 --> 00:07:48,360 The Nationwide shift aims to consolidate its personal insurance offerings under one brand, 89 00:07:48,360 --> 00:07:52,560 targeting a broader range of affluent customers. 90 00:07:52,560 --> 00:08:00,280 In crypto movement, Bitcoin is currently just over $57,000 after a big pop yesterday, Ethereum 91 00:08:00,280 --> 00:08:08,560 is over $3,200, and Solana is $108. 92 00:08:08,560 --> 00:08:11,960 Moving on to a more local vibe. 93 00:08:11,960 --> 00:08:17,960 In our community spotlight on health and wellness, we are working with a National Pilates studio 94 00:08:17,960 --> 00:08:22,160 to bring you some free classes, so listen up. 95 00:08:22,160 --> 00:08:27,280 Check out Club Pilates with several locations in the San Diego area. 96 00:08:27,280 --> 00:08:33,480 Pilates presents a comprehensive wellness approach, cultivating strength, reducing tension, 97 00:08:33,480 --> 00:08:36,360 and elevating mental well-being. 98 00:08:36,360 --> 00:08:40,360 Scientific research affirms its benefits. 99 00:08:40,360 --> 00:08:46,720 So now you can check out Club Pilates for a free class, with locations in Encinitas, 100 00:08:46,720 --> 00:08:52,040 Solana Beach, Oceanside, La Jolla, and more. 101 00:08:52,040 --> 00:08:56,200 Just be sure to tell them, Sunny Morning sent you by. 102 00:08:56,200 --> 00:09:00,200 And now, back to the show. 103 00:09:00,200 --> 00:09:02,520 Let's talk crime and science. 104 00:09:02,520 --> 00:09:07,880 In a twist that rekindles interest in the unresolved saga of D.B. Cooper, Rick McCoy 105 00:09:07,880 --> 00:09:14,720 III has stepped forward with a claim that could potentially solve the decades-old mystery. 106 00:09:14,720 --> 00:09:22,000 According to Rick, his father, Richard Floyd McCoy Jr., a Vietnam veteran and skilled parachutist, 107 00:09:22,000 --> 00:09:26,820 was the infamous skyjacker known as D.B. Cooper. 108 00:09:26,820 --> 00:09:31,400 This assertion is grounded in a startling confession from Rick's mother, who purportedly 109 00:09:31,400 --> 00:09:38,240 admitted to aiding her husband in the audacious 1971 hijacking, where Cooper parachuted into 110 00:09:38,240 --> 00:09:43,640 the night with $200,000 and disappeared. 111 00:09:43,640 --> 00:09:49,300 Richard McCoy Jr. was no stranger to the law, having been apprehended for a similar hijacking 112 00:09:49,300 --> 00:09:54,060 in 1972, which quickly led to his capture. 113 00:09:54,060 --> 00:09:59,720 This earlier crime ended in his escape from prison and death in a police confrontation 114 00:09:59,720 --> 00:10:02,940 in 1974. 115 00:10:02,940 --> 00:10:08,900 Rick McCoy's revelation introduces a familial dimension to the D.B. Cooper case, implicating 116 00:10:08,900 --> 00:10:14,720 his mother as an accomplice and suggesting a deeper conspiracy. 117 00:10:14,720 --> 00:10:21,960 The FBI, intrigued by this new lead, has reopened the investigation into Cooper's identity. 118 00:10:21,960 --> 00:10:27,600 With Rick providing DNA evidence in an attempt to validate his claims, this development offers 119 00:10:27,600 --> 00:10:38,120 a glimmer of hope in unraveling one of aviation history's most enduring mysteries. 120 00:10:38,120 --> 00:10:44,760 And in entertainment news, Jake Gyllenhaal and Conor McGregor respond to director Doug 121 00:10:44,760 --> 00:10:52,080 Lyman's boycott of the Roadhouse remake amidst the film's release controversy. 122 00:10:52,080 --> 00:10:58,720 Gyllenhaal, playing Dalton, acknowledges Lyman's advocacy for theatrical releases, but emphasizes 123 00:10:58,720 --> 00:11:03,320 Amazon's clarity on the film being streaming only. 124 00:11:03,320 --> 00:11:08,640 He advocates for broad viewership in changing times, appreciating Lyman's passion for 125 00:11:08,640 --> 00:11:10,040 cinema. 126 00:11:10,040 --> 00:11:16,920 McGregor, playing Knox, also supports data releases but recognizes the business aspect, 127 00:11:16,920 --> 00:11:24,240 expressing a wish to discuss the release plans with Amazon's CEO, Jeff Bezos. 128 00:11:24,240 --> 00:11:29,800 The controversy stems from Lyman's critique of Amazon's decision for a streaming release 129 00:11:29,800 --> 00:11:36,520 over a theater release despite prior discussions of a possible theatrical run. 130 00:11:36,520 --> 00:11:42,040 Roadhouse is set to release on Amazon March 21st. 131 00:11:42,040 --> 00:11:46,040 Well alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day. 132 00:11:46,040 --> 00:11:51,520 And today, in honor of National Pancake Day, here's a clip from a great flick, Austin 133 00:11:51,520 --> 00:11:55,040 Powers, Goldmember. 134 00:11:55,040 --> 00:11:57,280 Would you like a schmoke and a pancake? 135 00:11:57,280 --> 00:11:58,280 A what? 136 00:11:58,280 --> 00:12:00,360 A schmoke and a pancake. 137 00:12:00,360 --> 00:12:03,160 You know, flapjack and a cigarette? 138 00:12:03,160 --> 00:12:04,160 Alright. 139 00:12:04,160 --> 00:12:05,880 Sugar and a waffle? 140 00:12:05,880 --> 00:12:06,880 No. 141 00:12:06,880 --> 00:12:07,880 Pipe and a crepe? 142 00:12:07,880 --> 00:12:08,880 No. 143 00:12:08,880 --> 00:12:09,880 Bong and a blintz? 144 00:12:09,880 --> 00:12:10,880 No. 145 00:12:10,880 --> 00:12:14,160 Oh well, then there is no pleasing you. 146 00:12:14,160 --> 00:12:17,160 It's not right. 147 00:12:17,160 --> 00:12:19,440 And that's a wrap for this morning. 148 00:12:19,440 --> 00:12:22,840 Remember to stay tuned tomorrow for more news and updates. 149 00:12:22,840 --> 00:12:29,200 Have an amazing day my good friends.