1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:08,400 Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Encinitas. 2 00:00:08,400 --> 00:00:12,640 I'm your host Melissa and it's Monday, March 11th. 3 00:00:12,640 --> 00:00:17,480 Coming up on today's show, we'll get into the surf report and the weather outlook, then 4 00:00:17,480 --> 00:00:23,480 we'll jump into some local news and a few interesting happenings in business, tech and 5 00:00:23,480 --> 00:00:24,480 science. 6 00:00:24,480 --> 00:00:31,520 But first, you'll be interested to know today is National Napping Day. 7 00:00:31,520 --> 00:00:34,120 Ever feel jet-lived after daylight savings? 8 00:00:34,120 --> 00:00:40,480 Well, today is designed to help you recuperate from the spring forward. 9 00:00:40,480 --> 00:00:47,120 Napping is scientifically proven to be more beneficial than coffee or energy drinks. 10 00:00:47,120 --> 00:00:52,720 All you need to do is close your eyes for 30 minutes and you'll come back to life feeling 11 00:00:52,720 --> 00:00:57,640 energized and ready to tackle the rest of the day. 12 00:00:57,640 --> 00:00:59,480 So now you know. 13 00:00:59,480 --> 00:01:01,760 And now you also know what time it is. 14 00:01:01,760 --> 00:01:07,760 That's right, it's time for the surf report. 15 00:01:07,760 --> 00:01:12,880 North County is set to experience a slight increase in South Southwest swell, peaking 16 00:01:12,880 --> 00:01:17,440 on Monday and gradually decreasing by Tuesday. 17 00:01:17,440 --> 00:01:22,140 Although average locations may struggle to reach waist height, the conditions will improve 18 00:01:22,140 --> 00:01:27,120 for standout areas with possible chest to shoulder high waves. 19 00:01:27,120 --> 00:01:33,120 A passing low pressure trough on Monday will introduce variable wind, causing uneven conditions 20 00:01:33,120 --> 00:01:39,800 in the morning, improving briefly, then deteriorating again in the afternoon due to light to moderate 21 00:01:39,800 --> 00:01:42,200 west wind. 22 00:01:42,200 --> 00:01:45,840 Similar weather is expected on Tuesday. 23 00:01:45,840 --> 00:01:51,800 Looking ahead to midweek, a mix of northwest swells is anticipated, enhancing surf conditions 24 00:01:51,800 --> 00:01:55,960 with waist to shoulder high waves at favored spots. 25 00:01:55,960 --> 00:02:00,960 Offshore wind and a touch of southern hemisphere swell will contribute to cleaner and more 26 00:02:00,960 --> 00:02:05,200 enjoyable surf by Wednesday into Thursday. 27 00:02:05,200 --> 00:02:11,760 Monday in Encinitas and North County, it's looking good and clean at 2 to 3 feet. 28 00:02:11,760 --> 00:02:17,880 From 7 to 11 a.m. with light wind, it's looking unrideable after one. 29 00:02:17,880 --> 00:02:24,240 Best time to ride is at 7 a.m. with the 2.5 foot incoming mid tide when the west's 30 00:02:24,240 --> 00:02:27,960 swell is 2 feet at 15 seconds. 31 00:02:27,960 --> 00:02:34,320 The first high tide Monday will be 5.5 feet at 10.30 a.m. with a minus half foot low tide 32 00:02:34,320 --> 00:02:36,800 at 4.45. 33 00:02:36,800 --> 00:02:47,280 The nearshore buoy at Scripps in La Jolla reads 63 degrees for the water temperature. 34 00:02:47,280 --> 00:02:51,280 Checking out the weather in the Encinitas area. 35 00:02:51,280 --> 00:02:56,400 This morning it's mostly cloudy and 54 degrees with no wind. 36 00:02:56,400 --> 00:03:03,140 The sunset will take place at 6.54 and it will rise again tomorrow at 7.01. 37 00:03:03,140 --> 00:03:10,320 It looks like we're in for some clouds today with a high near 60 and wind of 5 to 10 mph. 38 00:03:10,320 --> 00:03:17,260 Tonight patchy drizzle after 11 p.m. and mostly cloudy with a low around 54 with the same 39 00:03:17,260 --> 00:03:22,160 wind. 40 00:03:22,160 --> 00:03:24,160 Looking ahead in the weather. 41 00:03:24,160 --> 00:03:30,040 Tuesday morning's patchy drizzle leads to a mostly cloudy day with highs near 61 degrees 42 00:03:30,040 --> 00:03:32,280 and shifting wind. 43 00:03:32,280 --> 00:03:38,020 The night brings mostly cloudy skies cooling to a low around 54 while Wednesday repeats 44 00:03:38,020 --> 00:03:42,120 morning drizzle then clears to 62. 45 00:03:42,120 --> 00:03:48,120 Expect mostly clear nights with lows in the mid 50s and sunny days on Thursday and Friday 46 00:03:48,120 --> 00:03:52,640 both peaking at 65. 47 00:03:52,640 --> 00:03:54,960 Bonjour food enthusiasts. 48 00:03:54,960 --> 00:04:00,600 This podcast is brought to you by Versailles Cafe and Pastries in Encinitas. 49 00:04:00,600 --> 00:04:05,840 Nestled on El Camino Real South just north of Encinitas Boulevard. 50 00:04:05,840 --> 00:04:10,000 This cafe is a haven for culinary delights. 51 00:04:10,000 --> 00:04:15,600 Indulge in their amazing eggs Benedict or their gluten free crepes. 52 00:04:15,600 --> 00:04:20,960 You can grab a panini for lunch or just breeze on through to get your morning coffee. 53 00:04:20,960 --> 00:04:24,480 They are open every day from 8 to 5. 54 00:04:24,480 --> 00:04:27,940 So stop on by and don't forget to tell them. 55 00:04:27,940 --> 00:04:31,440 Sunny morning send you. 56 00:04:31,440 --> 00:04:32,680 In local news. 57 00:04:32,680 --> 00:04:38,820 A significant sand replenishment project led by the US Army Corps of Engineers has recently 58 00:04:38,820 --> 00:04:45,320 concluded in Solana Beach and is now commencing in Encinitas. 59 00:04:45,320 --> 00:04:50,880 Moonlight Beach in Encinitas is the current focus where sand distribution is set to begin 60 00:04:50,880 --> 00:04:56,320 aiming to enhance the shoreline over the coming four to six weeks. 61 00:04:56,320 --> 00:05:02,540 The project will extend the beach by approximately 50 feet across a 8,000 foot stretch utilizing 62 00:05:02,540 --> 00:05:07,840 over 340,000 cubic yards of sand. 63 00:05:07,840 --> 00:05:11,520 This endeavor marks the continuation of a broader initiative. 64 00:05:11,520 --> 00:05:18,520 The Encinitas and Solana Beach Coastal Storm Damage Reduction Project. 65 00:05:18,520 --> 00:05:24,480 With 30.5 million dollars in federal funding secured, the project aims to fortify the coast 66 00:05:24,480 --> 00:05:30,320 against erosion while supporting tourism and recreation by maintaining expansive sandy 67 00:05:30,320 --> 00:05:31,320 beaches. 68 00:05:31,320 --> 00:05:36,920 The process involves dredging sand from a deep ocean pit and transporting it to the 69 00:05:36,920 --> 00:05:45,080 shore, a method expected to replenish the beaches every five to 10 years through 2074. 70 00:05:45,080 --> 00:05:51,080 Meanwhile a similar project in San Clemente faces delays due to the unsuitable quality 71 00:05:51,080 --> 00:06:02,680 of the dredged material, highlighting the complexities of coastal management efforts. 72 00:06:02,680 --> 00:06:05,240 Now on to sports. 73 00:06:05,240 --> 00:06:11,400 Russell Wilson, celebrated for his nine Pro Bowl appearances and a Super Bowl championship, 74 00:06:11,400 --> 00:06:16,440 is set to embark on a new chapter with the Pittsburgh Steelers. 75 00:06:16,440 --> 00:06:22,520 He's entering into a one-year contract, intriguingly with the Denver Broncos covering 38 million 76 00:06:22,520 --> 00:06:26,560 dollars of his salary with his prior team. 77 00:06:26,560 --> 00:06:31,400 Through a heartfelt social media post, Wilson shared his enthusiasm for the forthcoming 78 00:06:31,400 --> 00:06:37,400 season with the Steelers, indicating a positive outlook. 79 00:06:37,400 --> 00:06:46,120 Last night in the NBA, the Lakers at home beat the Timberwolves 120-109 and the Clippers 80 00:06:46,120 --> 00:06:52,200 at home as well lost to the Bucs 124-117. 81 00:06:52,200 --> 00:06:58,880 Last night in national hockey, the Ducks at home lost to the Islanders 6-1. 82 00:06:58,880 --> 00:07:03,320 And tonight, it's the Kings turn to face off against the Islanders. 83 00:07:03,320 --> 00:07:08,760 Puck Drop is at 7.30 California time. 84 00:07:08,760 --> 00:07:16,280 In top news, Google Maps is evolving into a more sophisticated travel companion, integrating 85 00:07:16,280 --> 00:07:22,520 advanced AI features to enhance the user experience, making it akin to having a local guide at 86 00:07:22,520 --> 00:07:25,920 your fingertips. 87 00:07:25,920 --> 00:07:32,600 This new AI capability can parse complex requests, identifying specific preferences like local 88 00:07:32,600 --> 00:07:40,200 coffee shops with vegan options and a certain ambience far beyond simple keyword searches. 89 00:07:40,200 --> 00:07:46,880 Google's initiative reflects a broader strategy to enrich its maps with deeper, actionable 90 00:07:46,880 --> 00:07:54,640 information drawn from a wealth of place and road data accumulated over the years. 91 00:07:54,640 --> 00:08:01,700 By incorporating AI, Google Maps can now suggest destinations based on thematic queries, such 92 00:08:01,700 --> 00:08:09,200 as places with a vintage vibe, categorizing results for more personalized recommendations. 93 00:08:09,200 --> 00:08:15,360 This technology not only benefits casual explorers, but is a significant asset for travelers, 94 00:08:15,360 --> 00:08:20,520 providing detailed, relevant suggestions that align with their interests and situational 95 00:08:20,520 --> 00:08:21,520 needs. 96 00:08:21,520 --> 00:08:25,400 Yeah, I'm not sold on that one yet. 97 00:08:25,400 --> 00:08:29,320 Let me know when it starts cooking the food too. 98 00:08:29,320 --> 00:08:36,400 In business news, the U.S. stock market's 2024 bull run is at a pivotal moment with 99 00:08:36,400 --> 00:08:41,760 an upcoming inflation report poised to influence its trajectory and provide insights on the 100 00:08:41,760 --> 00:08:44,960 economy's direction. 101 00:08:44,960 --> 00:08:49,740 Investors and analysts are closely watching this development, anticipating that the Federal 102 00:08:49,740 --> 00:08:55,120 Reserve might initiate interest rate cuts this year, signaling confidence in controlling 103 00:08:55,120 --> 00:08:59,280 inflation while maintaining low unemployment. 104 00:08:59,280 --> 00:09:05,360 For the Fed to consider easing, inflation doesn't necessarily need to hit the 2% target, 105 00:09:05,360 --> 00:09:08,280 but must not worsen. 106 00:09:08,280 --> 00:09:13,800 Despite a spike in January's inflation data causing a stock market dip, this may be a 107 00:09:13,800 --> 00:09:19,880 prime opportunity for risk-taking in the U.S. market, buoyed by favorable employment trends 108 00:09:19,880 --> 00:09:23,280 and moderated wage growth. 109 00:09:23,280 --> 00:09:28,480 Market analysts await February's inflation data, understanding its potential to swiftly 110 00:09:28,480 --> 00:09:34,160 influence market dynamics, with bond market movements also playing a key role in shaping 111 00:09:34,160 --> 00:09:37,960 stock market breadth this year. 112 00:09:37,960 --> 00:09:45,160 In crypto movement, Bitcoin is nearing $70,000 after a strong weekend, Ethereum is nearing 113 00:09:45,160 --> 00:09:51,280 $4,000, and Solana is $141. 114 00:09:51,280 --> 00:09:56,080 It's looking like a crypto spring this year. 115 00:09:56,080 --> 00:09:59,520 Moving on to a more local vibe. 116 00:09:59,520 --> 00:10:05,520 In our community spotlight on health and wellness, we are working with a national Pilates studio 117 00:10:05,520 --> 00:10:09,880 to bring you some free classes, so listen up. 118 00:10:09,880 --> 00:10:15,240 Check out Club Pilates, with several locations in the San Diego area. 119 00:10:15,240 --> 00:10:21,040 Pilates presents a comprehensive wellness approach, cultivating strength, reducing tension, 120 00:10:21,040 --> 00:10:24,540 and elevating mental well-being. 121 00:10:24,540 --> 00:10:27,920 Scientific research affirms its benefits. 122 00:10:27,920 --> 00:10:34,440 So now you can check out Club Pilates for a free class, with locations in Encinitas, 123 00:10:34,440 --> 00:10:39,560 Solana Beach, Oceanside, La Jolla, and more. 124 00:10:39,560 --> 00:10:43,720 Just be sure to tell them Sunny Morning sent you by. 125 00:10:43,720 --> 00:10:47,760 And now back to the show. 126 00:10:47,760 --> 00:10:50,040 Let's talk science. 127 00:10:50,040 --> 00:10:56,160 National geographic explorer, Babak DeFreshy, shares his expertise on photographing solar 128 00:10:56,160 --> 00:11:00,840 eclipses with this year's total eclipse on April 8. 129 00:11:00,840 --> 00:11:06,080 It's a particularly unique opportunity due to its occurrence during a solar maximum, 130 00:11:06,080 --> 00:11:12,360 its lengthy totality, and the expected dark conditions in the U.S. 131 00:11:12,360 --> 00:11:18,200 To photograph the eclipse safely, it's crucial to use eclipse glasses for direct viewing, 132 00:11:18,200 --> 00:11:23,560 and to equip your camera with solar filters, as the intense solar rays can damage both 133 00:11:23,560 --> 00:11:26,520 your eyes and camera. 134 00:11:26,520 --> 00:11:30,880 Fighting between wide-angle and telephoto lenses depends on whether you want to capture 135 00:11:30,880 --> 00:11:37,280 the eclipse's environment or zoom in for detailed shots of the corona and prominences. 136 00:11:37,280 --> 00:11:41,760 Each offers a different perspective and set of challenges. 137 00:11:41,760 --> 00:11:46,960 The equipment tips include using a sturdy tripod, a remote shutter release to minimize 138 00:11:46,960 --> 00:11:52,260 camera shake, and manual focus settings to ensure sharp images. 139 00:11:52,260 --> 00:11:56,840 Even smartphone photographers should use a mount and shoot in RAW format for the best 140 00:11:56,840 --> 00:11:58,520 quality. 141 00:11:58,520 --> 00:12:04,480 Despite meticulous planning, the unpredictable nature of eclipses and personal reactions 142 00:12:04,480 --> 00:12:10,240 to the celestial phenomenon highlight the importance of both enjoying the experience 143 00:12:10,240 --> 00:12:12,720 and capturing it photographically. 144 00:12:12,720 --> 00:12:21,440 Don't forget to mark your calendar for April 8. 145 00:12:21,440 --> 00:12:27,720 And in entertainment news, Nintendo and Universal Pictures have announced a collaboration to 146 00:12:27,720 --> 00:12:34,100 produce a new animated film based on the iconic Super Mario game franchise, slated for release 147 00:12:34,100 --> 00:12:38,400 in April of 2026. 148 00:12:38,400 --> 00:12:43,400 Following the success of the Super Mario Bros. movie last year, this upcoming project will 149 00:12:43,400 --> 00:12:52,040 see Nintendo and the Santa Monica-based animation studio, Illumination, taking the lead in production. 150 00:12:52,040 --> 00:12:58,360 The financial aspects of the film will be co-managed by Nintendo and Universal Pictures, 151 00:12:58,360 --> 00:13:03,040 with the latter also handling the worldwide theatrical distribution. 152 00:13:03,040 --> 00:13:09,280 Additionally, Nintendo revealed plans for a live-action film adaptation of The Legend 153 00:13:09,280 --> 00:13:13,840 of Zelda, further diversifying its entertainment portfolio. 154 00:13:13,840 --> 00:13:19,720 Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day. 155 00:13:19,720 --> 00:13:24,000 And today, in honor of the Academy Awards last night, here's a great quote from the 156 00:13:24,000 --> 00:13:26,400 legend Clint Eastwood. 157 00:13:26,400 --> 00:13:27,400 He said, 158 00:13:27,400 --> 00:13:33,120 There's a lot of great movies that have won the Academy Award, and a lot of great movies 159 00:13:33,120 --> 00:13:34,760 that haven't. 160 00:13:34,760 --> 00:13:37,160 You just do the best you can. 161 00:13:37,160 --> 00:13:39,800 And that's a wrap for this morning. 162 00:13:39,800 --> 00:13:43,160 Remember to stay tuned tomorrow for more news and updates. 163 00:13:43,160 --> 00:14:10,520 Have an amazing day, my good friends.