1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:07,680 Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Encinitas. 2 00:00:07,680 --> 00:00:13,440 I'm your host, Melissa, and it's Tuesday, March 5th. 3 00:00:13,440 --> 00:00:18,840 Counting up on today's show, we'll get into the surf report and the weather outlook, then 4 00:00:18,840 --> 00:00:24,880 we'll jump into some local news and a few interesting happenings in business, tech and 5 00:00:24,880 --> 00:00:25,880 science. 6 00:00:25,880 --> 00:00:32,680 But first, you'll be interested to know today's Cinco de Mayo. 7 00:00:32,680 --> 00:00:38,920 It's a holiday that celebrates the Mexican army's victory over France in 1862 at the 8 00:00:38,920 --> 00:00:45,280 Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War. 9 00:00:45,280 --> 00:00:48,680 And now it's time for the surf report. 10 00:00:48,680 --> 00:00:54,920 Tuesday offers favorable conditions with variable but light east-southeast wind shifting to 11 00:00:54,920 --> 00:00:57,400 south-southwest. 12 00:00:57,400 --> 00:01:03,480 Wednesday morning promises lighter wind, but it may pick up by midday. 13 00:01:03,480 --> 00:01:10,360 Uncertainty exists for afternoon wind due to conflicting models and coastal storm impact. 14 00:01:10,360 --> 00:01:16,600 Expect a west-northwest swell mix Thursday and Friday, with potential northwest pulses 15 00:01:16,600 --> 00:01:20,240 from the Gulf of Alaska storms. 16 00:01:20,240 --> 00:01:26,760 Tuesday in Encinitas and North County, it's looking clean before 10 a.m. at 2 to 3 feet 17 00:01:26,760 --> 00:01:28,760 with no wind. 18 00:01:28,760 --> 00:01:31,720 After that, I don't see good things. 19 00:01:31,720 --> 00:01:38,160 Best time to ride is at 6 a.m. with a 3.7-foot outgoing high tide when the southwest swell 20 00:01:38,160 --> 00:01:42,120 is 2 feet at 15 seconds. 21 00:01:42,120 --> 00:01:48,040 The first high tide Tuesday will be 5 feet just before 4.30 a.m. with a minus half-foot 22 00:01:48,040 --> 00:01:51,520 low tide around 12.30. 23 00:01:51,520 --> 00:01:59,120 The nearshore buoy at Scripps in La Jolla reads 61 degrees for the water temperature. 24 00:01:59,120 --> 00:02:03,300 Checking out the weather in the Encinitas area. 25 00:02:03,300 --> 00:02:08,640 This morning it's mostly cloudy and 53 degrees with little wind. 26 00:02:08,640 --> 00:02:15,920 The sunset will take place at 5.49 p.m. and it will rise again tomorrow at 6.09 a.m. 27 00:02:15,920 --> 00:02:20,760 It looks a grin for a cloudy morning, then gradually becoming mostly sunny with a high 28 00:02:20,760 --> 00:02:25,000 near 60 and wind of 5 to 10 mile per hour. 29 00:02:25,000 --> 00:02:31,720 Tonight, mostly cloudy with a low around 53. 30 00:02:31,720 --> 00:02:33,840 Looking ahead in the weather. 31 00:02:33,840 --> 00:02:36,680 Wednesday will be partly sunny with a high near 60. 32 00:02:36,680 --> 00:02:41,160 There's a slight chance of showers in the morning, increasing to a chance of showers 33 00:02:41,160 --> 00:02:43,760 and thunderstorms at night. 34 00:02:43,760 --> 00:02:48,600 Thursday brings a chance of showers early with partly sunny skies later. 35 00:02:48,600 --> 00:02:51,600 Friday through Sunday will be sunny. 36 00:02:51,600 --> 00:02:55,440 Bonjour, food enthusiasts! 37 00:02:55,440 --> 00:03:01,080 This podcast is brought to you by Versailles Cafe and Pastries in Encinitas. 38 00:03:01,080 --> 00:03:07,660 Nestled on El Camino Real South, just north of Encinitas Boulevard, this cafe is a haven 39 00:03:07,660 --> 00:03:10,480 for culinary delights. 40 00:03:10,480 --> 00:03:16,080 Indulge in their amazing Eggs Benedict or their gluten-free crepes. 41 00:03:16,080 --> 00:03:20,960 You can grab a panini for lunch or just breeze on through to get your morning coffee. 42 00:03:20,960 --> 00:03:24,920 They are open every day from 8 to 5. 43 00:03:24,920 --> 00:03:28,400 So stop on by and don't forget to tell them. 44 00:03:28,400 --> 00:03:31,960 Sunny mornings send you! 45 00:03:31,960 --> 00:03:39,000 In local news, Matthew Dominick, a University of San Diego graduate, embarked on a significant 46 00:03:39,000 --> 00:03:44,800 journey to the International Space Station, the commander of NASA Crew-8. 47 00:03:44,800 --> 00:03:50,760 The team, launched from Kennedy Space Center, includes astronauts from NASA and a cosmonaut, 48 00:03:50,760 --> 00:03:53,600 aiming for a six-month mission. 49 00:03:53,600 --> 00:03:58,720 This mission, aboard a SpaceX Dragon capsule, marks Dominick's first space venture, with 50 00:03:58,720 --> 00:04:03,880 potential future missions under NASA's Artemis program. 51 00:04:03,880 --> 00:04:09,760 During his stay, Dominick will engage in research, maintenance, and possibly spacewalks, continuing 52 00:04:09,760 --> 00:04:14,280 the legacy of UCSD graduates in space. 53 00:04:14,280 --> 00:04:20,000 His journey from a Navy fighter pilot to NASA astronaut showcases a lifelong aspiration 54 00:04:20,000 --> 00:04:24,720 for space exploration, fueled by childhood inspirations. 55 00:04:24,720 --> 00:04:31,100 Dominick's training and career highlight over 400 aircraft carrier landings and significant 56 00:04:31,100 --> 00:04:35,280 contributions to U.S. military efforts. 57 00:04:35,280 --> 00:04:40,760 Life on the ISS will present unique challenges, including sleeping tethered to a wall and 58 00:04:40,760 --> 00:04:45,200 experiencing the Earth's orbit every 90 minutes. 59 00:04:45,200 --> 00:04:49,800 The mission also offers a spectacular view of Earth, with opportunities for the public 60 00:04:49,800 --> 00:05:00,160 to spot the ISS from San Diego County. 61 00:05:00,160 --> 00:05:05,920 The Denver Broncos are set to release quarterback Russell Wilson, a move influenced by the financial 62 00:05:05,920 --> 00:05:09,400 implications of his contract. 63 00:05:09,400 --> 00:05:14,720 The decision to release him allows the team to distribute the cap impact across 2024 and 64 00:05:14,720 --> 00:05:17,520 2025. 65 00:05:17,520 --> 00:05:27,120 For 2024, the cap charges $35 million, with a subsequent $50 million charge in 2025. 66 00:05:27,120 --> 00:05:33,100 This strategic release, structured as a post-June 1st transaction, offers the Broncos a way 67 00:05:33,100 --> 00:05:37,960 to manage their salary cap more effectively. 68 00:05:37,960 --> 00:05:40,720 The move comes with a potential saving grace. 69 00:05:40,720 --> 00:05:46,680 If Wilson signs elsewhere in 2024, the Broncos could receive a credit against his guaranteed 70 00:05:46,680 --> 00:05:51,400 compensation applied in 2025. 71 00:05:51,400 --> 00:05:57,320 Finding further financial strain, the Broncos avoided guaranteeing Wilson's $37 million 72 00:05:57,320 --> 00:06:04,200 salary for 2025 by not extending him past March 17. 73 00:06:04,200 --> 00:06:12,240 Last night in the NBA, the Clippers on the road facing the Bucs lost 113-106. 74 00:06:12,240 --> 00:06:17,560 And the Lakers at home beat the Thunder 116-104. 75 00:06:17,560 --> 00:06:24,440 Tonight in national hockey, the Kings are at home taking on the Knucks. 76 00:06:24,440 --> 00:06:31,800 In top news, Wall Street is undergoing a significant shift in its approach to diversity, equity, 77 00:06:31,800 --> 00:06:39,920 and inclusion initiatives amidst a conservative backlash and concerns over reverse discrimination. 78 00:06:39,920 --> 00:06:45,960 Buhlman Sachs has opened its Possibility Summit for black college students to include white 79 00:06:45,960 --> 00:06:51,680 students reflecting broader changes across the financial sector. 80 00:06:51,680 --> 00:06:57,640 Bank of America and Bank of New York Mellon are among those re-evaluating their DEI strategies 81 00:06:57,640 --> 00:07:04,200 with the latter, advised to abandon hard metrics for workforce diversity. 82 00:07:04,200 --> 00:07:10,200 These changes signal a retreat from previous commitments to DEI spurred by legal challenges 83 00:07:10,200 --> 00:07:16,600 and the politicization of affirmative action and DEI efforts. 84 00:07:16,600 --> 00:07:22,720 Recruitment programs and internal DEI initiatives are being reworked, moving away from exclusive 85 00:07:22,720 --> 00:07:27,720 focus on women and minorities to broader inclusivity. 86 00:07:27,720 --> 00:07:32,840 The shift marks a departure from recent years' momentum towards racial reckoning and inclusive 87 00:07:32,840 --> 00:07:38,400 hiring driven by a legal and cultural backlash. 88 00:07:38,400 --> 00:07:48,340 In business news, Bitcoin has reached a new all-time high, trading at $68,791, surpassing 89 00:07:48,340 --> 00:07:53,520 its previous record set in November of 2021. 90 00:07:53,520 --> 00:07:58,920 This surge breaks a more than two-year period of stagnation and revives optimism in the 91 00:07:58,920 --> 00:08:02,140 crypto ecosystem. 92 00:08:02,140 --> 00:08:07,960 The climb in Bitcoin's value has been significantly influenced by the U.S. regulator's approval 93 00:08:07,960 --> 00:08:13,640 of Bitcoin exchange trade funds attracting mainstream investors. 94 00:08:13,640 --> 00:08:20,080 These spot Bitcoin ATS, which reflect Bitcoin's market price in real time, launched in January 95 00:08:20,080 --> 00:08:25,880 and have already generated over $4.2 billion in new investments. 96 00:08:25,880 --> 00:08:32,500 Bitcoin ATS offer a more accessible way for investors to gain Bitcoin exposure without 97 00:08:32,500 --> 00:08:38,280 the need for digital wallets or cryptocurrency exchanges. 98 00:08:38,280 --> 00:08:44,040 Despite past challenges, including high-profile bankruptcies and legal issues within the crypto 99 00:08:44,040 --> 00:08:51,000 industry, Bitcoin's price has risen over 200% in the past year. 100 00:08:51,000 --> 00:08:56,000 Investor enthusiasm is also buoyed by the upcoming halving event, expected to further 101 00:08:56,000 --> 00:09:00,240 increase Bitcoin's value due to its design scarcity. 102 00:09:00,240 --> 00:09:05,080 Bitcoin is currently just over $66,000. 103 00:09:05,080 --> 00:09:08,080 Ethereum is over $3,700. 104 00:09:08,080 --> 00:09:14,040 And Solana is $131. 105 00:09:14,040 --> 00:09:17,760 Moving on to a more local vibe. 106 00:09:17,760 --> 00:09:23,760 In our community spotlight on health and wellness, we are working with a national Pilates studio 107 00:09:23,760 --> 00:09:27,960 to bring you some free classes, so listen up. 108 00:09:27,960 --> 00:09:33,080 Check out Club Pilates with several locations in the San Diego area. 109 00:09:33,080 --> 00:09:39,280 Pilates presents a comprehensive wellness approach, cultivating strength, reducing tension, 110 00:09:39,280 --> 00:09:42,280 and elevating mental well-being. 111 00:09:42,280 --> 00:09:46,160 Scientific research affirms its benefits. 112 00:09:46,160 --> 00:09:52,520 So now you can check out Club Pilates for a free class with locations in Encinitas, 113 00:09:52,520 --> 00:09:57,840 Solana Beach, Oceanside, La Jolla, and more. 114 00:09:57,840 --> 00:10:02,000 Just be sure to tell them Sunny Morning sent you by. 115 00:10:02,000 --> 00:10:06,040 And now back to the show. 116 00:10:06,040 --> 00:10:08,440 Let's talk science. 117 00:10:08,440 --> 00:10:14,120 SpaceX has achieved a significant milestone by launching a total of 76 satellites in two 118 00:10:14,120 --> 00:10:19,400 separate missions from California and Florida this week. 119 00:10:19,400 --> 00:10:24,900 Following the successful launch of the Crew Dragon spacecraft to the ISS, SpaceX conducted 120 00:10:24,900 --> 00:10:30,200 its 10th rideshare mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base. 121 00:10:30,200 --> 00:10:36,400 This mission included 53 small satellites, among them MethaneSat, a satellite developed 122 00:10:36,400 --> 00:10:42,840 by the Environmental Defense Fund to monitor methane emissions. 123 00:10:42,840 --> 00:10:49,780 MethaneSat aims to identify and measure methane releases from various sources, utilizing high-resolution 124 00:10:49,780 --> 00:10:52,780 infrared technology. 125 00:10:52,780 --> 00:10:59,120 The project, which seemed ambitious initially, successfully raised $88 million from diverse 126 00:10:59,120 --> 00:11:03,560 donors, including the Bezos Earth Fund. 127 00:11:03,560 --> 00:11:09,760 Shortly after, SpaceX launched 23 more of its Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral, 128 00:11:09,760 --> 00:11:16,480 increasing the total to 5,942 satellites in orbit. 129 00:11:16,480 --> 00:11:22,920 SpaceX's ambitious plan includes launching over 140 Falcon family rockets this year, highlighting 130 00:11:22,920 --> 00:11:29,640 its leading role in commercial spaceflight. 131 00:11:29,640 --> 00:11:36,400 And in entertainment news, Paramount Global, once a dominant force in the media landscape, 132 00:11:36,400 --> 00:11:43,680 faces a challenging future as it seeks a buyer amid the tumultuous streaming wars. 133 00:11:43,680 --> 00:11:48,920 Sherry Redstone's attempt to pivot the company towards streaming, with significant investments 134 00:11:48,920 --> 00:11:56,600 in Paramount+, hasn't yielded the anticipated audience growth or financial stability. 135 00:11:56,600 --> 00:12:01,960 Paramount's struggle is emblematic of broader industry challenges, including declining cable 136 00:12:01,960 --> 00:12:08,040 TV subscriptions and a competitive streaming market dominated by giants like Netflix and 137 00:12:08,040 --> 00:12:10,160 Disney. 138 00:12:10,160 --> 00:12:16,760 The company's financial difficulties, compounded by a $1.5 billion projected loss from its 139 00:12:16,760 --> 00:12:23,000 streaming business in 2023, have prompted considerations of selling the iconic family 140 00:12:23,000 --> 00:12:25,640 business. 141 00:12:25,640 --> 00:12:31,280 Potential buyers have emerged, including media mogul David Ellison and private equity firms, 142 00:12:31,280 --> 00:12:37,360 but high interest rates and regulatory hurdles complicate any potential deal. 143 00:12:37,360 --> 00:12:42,240 The decline of Paramount not only risks the legacy of its historic studio and networks 144 00:12:42,240 --> 00:12:50,160 like CBS, MTV, and Nickelodeon, but also reflects the broader existential threats facing traditional 145 00:12:50,160 --> 00:12:53,160 media companies. 146 00:12:53,160 --> 00:12:57,440 Well alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day. 147 00:12:57,440 --> 00:13:02,840 And today, in honor of all the space talk, here's a quote from astronaut Jim Lovell. 148 00:13:02,840 --> 00:13:09,960 There are people who make things happen, there are people who watch things happen, and there 149 00:13:09,960 --> 00:13:12,840 are people who wonder what happened. 150 00:13:12,840 --> 00:13:18,440 To be successful, you need to be a person who makes things happen. 151 00:13:18,440 --> 00:13:20,840 And that's a wrap for this morning. 152 00:13:20,840 --> 00:13:24,040 Remember to stay tuned tomorrow for more news and updates. 153 00:13:24,040 --> 00:13:33,280 Have an amazing day my good friends.