1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:08,360 Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Encinitas. 2 00:00:08,360 --> 00:00:13,000 I'm your host Melissa and it's Wednesday, March 27th. 3 00:00:13,000 --> 00:00:17,880 Coming up on today's show, we'll get into the surf report and the weather outlook, then 4 00:00:17,880 --> 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 --> 00:01:30,080 It's time for the surf report. 19 00:01:30,080 --> 00:01:36,200 Wednesday in Encinitas and North County, it's looking good and clean at 2 plus feet until 20 00:01:36,200 --> 00:01:37,200 1. 21 00:01:37,200 --> 00:01:40,200 Then the wind and rough stuff rolls in. 22 00:01:40,200 --> 00:01:46,560 Best time to ride is at 9 a.m. with a 2.5 foot incoming tide when the north swell is 23 00:01:46,560 --> 00:01:52,400 1 foot at 18 seconds and the variable wind is 2 mile per hour. 24 00:01:52,400 --> 00:01:59,940 The first high tide Wednesday will be 4 feet at 11 a.m. with a 1 foot low tide at 4.30. 25 00:01:59,940 --> 00:02:06,480 The nearshore buoy at Scripps in La Jolla reads 60 degrees for the water temperature. 26 00:02:06,480 --> 00:02:10,220 Checking out the weather in the Encinitas area. 27 00:02:10,220 --> 00:02:16,800 This morning it's cloudy and feels like 51 degrees with 3 mile per hour wind. 28 00:02:16,800 --> 00:02:24,600 The sunset will take place at 7.05 and it will rise again tomorrow at 6.41. 29 00:02:24,600 --> 00:02:28,280 Checking out the weather in the Encinitas area. 30 00:02:28,280 --> 00:02:34,960 This morning it's cloudy and feels like 51 degrees with 3 mile per hour wind. 31 00:02:34,960 --> 00:02:41,840 The sunset will take place at 7.05 and it will rise again tomorrow at 6.41. 32 00:02:41,840 --> 00:02:47,680 It looks like we're in for a partly sunny day with a high near 61 and wind of 5 to 10 33 00:02:47,680 --> 00:02:50,880 mile per hour tonight. 34 00:02:50,880 --> 00:02:55,560 Mostly cloudy with a low around 54. 35 00:02:55,560 --> 00:02:57,600 Looking ahead in the weather. 36 00:02:57,600 --> 00:03:04,040 Thursday shines with partly sunny skies, a high of 61 degrees and northwest wind at 5 37 00:03:04,040 --> 00:03:06,960 to 15 mile per hour. 38 00:03:06,960 --> 00:03:11,360 Friday mirrors Thursday's high with partial sunshine. 39 00:03:11,360 --> 00:03:16,160 And a slight night rain chance sets in, cooling to 55. 40 00:03:16,160 --> 00:03:21,680 Rain becomes likely by Saturday afternoon, maintaining a high of 61 in night showers, 41 00:03:21,680 --> 00:03:24,280 dipping to 55. 42 00:03:24,280 --> 00:03:32,240 Sunday continues with likely showers, mostly cloudy conditions, and a high near 60. 43 00:03:32,240 --> 00:03:34,600 Bonjour food enthusiasts. 44 00:03:34,600 --> 00:03:40,360 This podcast is brought to you by Versailles Cafe and Pastries in Encinitas. 45 00:03:40,360 --> 00:03:46,840 Nestled on El Camino Real South, just north of Encinitas Boulevard, this cafe is a haven 46 00:03:46,840 --> 00:03:49,640 for culinary delights. 47 00:03:49,640 --> 00:03:55,260 Indulge in their amazing eggs Benedict or their gluten-free crepes. 48 00:03:55,260 --> 00:04:00,160 You can grab a panini for lunch or just breeze on through to get your morning coffee. 49 00:04:00,160 --> 00:04:04,120 They are open every day from 8 to 5. 50 00:04:04,120 --> 00:04:07,600 So stop on by and don't forget to tell them. 51 00:04:07,600 --> 00:04:11,080 Sunny mornings send you. 52 00:04:11,080 --> 00:04:13,160 In local news. 53 00:04:13,160 --> 00:04:18,520 On April 8th, San Diego will experience a partial solar eclipse. 54 00:04:18,520 --> 00:04:23,880 To safely view this celestial event, specialized glasses are essential since looking directly 55 00:04:23,880 --> 00:04:27,200 at the sun can harm your eyes. 56 00:04:27,200 --> 00:04:32,360 Free solar eclipse glasses are available at select locations, including the Fleet Science 57 00:04:32,360 --> 00:04:36,520 Center and San Diego Public Libraries. 58 00:04:36,520 --> 00:04:42,000 The Fleet Science Center is hosting a viewing party in Balboa Park, offering not only free 59 00:04:42,000 --> 00:04:47,200 glasses but also educational activities and a chance to experience the eclipse through 60 00:04:47,200 --> 00:04:49,880 a live feed. 61 00:04:49,880 --> 00:04:54,960 San Diego's public libraries are distributing glasses, with a limit of two per household 62 00:04:54,960 --> 00:04:58,200 and hosting eclipsing events. 63 00:04:58,200 --> 00:05:03,360 If unable to secure free glasses, building a pinhole projector or purchasing compliant 64 00:05:03,360 --> 00:05:12,600 glasses are recommended alternatives. 65 00:05:12,600 --> 00:05:14,840 Now on to sports. 66 00:05:14,840 --> 00:05:20,340 The NFL is introducing a significant change to kickoffs to enhance safety and increase 67 00:05:20,340 --> 00:05:23,180 the number of returns. 68 00:05:23,180 --> 00:05:28,000 This new approach involves positioning the majority of players downfield before the kick, 69 00:05:28,000 --> 00:05:31,720 aiming to reduce high speed collisions. 70 00:05:31,720 --> 00:05:36,720 Kickers will kick off from their 35 yard line with their teammates at the receiving team's 71 00:05:36,720 --> 00:05:43,760 40 yard line and most of the return team between their 35 and 30 yard lines. 72 00:05:43,760 --> 00:05:49,600 This setup is expected to lower injury rates and make the play safer while aiming to double 73 00:05:49,600 --> 00:05:59,120 the return rate from 21% in 2023 to between 50% and 60% in 2024. 74 00:05:59,120 --> 00:06:04,640 The change, seen as one of the most significant since the introduction of Replay Review, 75 00:06:04,640 --> 00:06:07,840 will be tested as a one-year experiment. 76 00:06:07,840 --> 00:06:12,400 Sounds kinda crazy to me. 77 00:06:12,400 --> 00:06:14,940 Last night in local sports. 78 00:06:14,940 --> 00:06:20,740 The Lakers at home beat the Bucks 128 to 124. 79 00:06:20,740 --> 00:06:26,200 And the Ducks at home lost to the Kraken 4 to 0. 80 00:06:26,200 --> 00:06:27,460 Tonight. 81 00:06:27,460 --> 00:06:32,220 The Lakers are on the road in Memphis to take on the Grizzlies. 82 00:06:32,220 --> 00:06:39,400 And the Clippers are on the road in Philadelphia to take on the 76ers. 83 00:06:39,400 --> 00:06:45,600 And talk news, the collapse of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge has spotlighted the 84 00:06:45,600 --> 00:06:49,880 urgent need for infrastructure attention in the U.S. 85 00:06:49,880 --> 00:06:55,840 Despite no signs of negligence, this incident underlines a broader national crisis of aging 86 00:06:55,840 --> 00:06:59,080 and underfunded infrastructure. 87 00:06:59,080 --> 00:07:06,560 With nearly 10% of the country's 617,000 bridges significantly compromised and countless 88 00:07:06,560 --> 00:07:12,080 other critical structures in dire condition, the incident in Baltimore could force a more 89 00:07:12,080 --> 00:07:15,320 focused federal response. 90 00:07:15,320 --> 00:07:20,280 President Biden has committed to rebuilding the Key Bridge, but many other structures 91 00:07:20,280 --> 00:07:22,960 lack similar commitments. 92 00:07:22,960 --> 00:07:30,760 The bipartisan infrastructure law of 2021 provides $1.2 trillion over five years, the 93 00:07:30,760 --> 00:07:34,320 largest investment in U.S. infrastructure history. 94 00:07:34,320 --> 00:07:40,560 Yet experts warn this may only be a temporary fix without sustained funding and maintenance 95 00:07:40,560 --> 00:07:42,800 efforts. 96 00:07:42,800 --> 00:07:51,240 In business news, Visa and MasterCard's agreement to lower swipe fees by an average of 0.07% 97 00:07:51,240 --> 00:07:56,920 over the next five years following a nearly two-decade court battle could have significant 98 00:07:56,920 --> 00:08:00,760 implications for credit card rewards. 99 00:08:00,760 --> 00:08:07,520 Swipe fees, which can range up to 4% for premium cards, fund various cardholder benefits, including 100 00:08:07,520 --> 00:08:11,540 cashback, travel points, and shopping perks. 101 00:08:11,540 --> 00:08:16,320 With a reduction in these fees, there might be concerns about the sustainability of these 102 00:08:16,320 --> 00:08:17,320 rewards. 103 00:08:17,320 --> 00:08:22,760 However, the Electronic Payments Coalition has applauded the settlement, indicating it 104 00:08:22,760 --> 00:08:27,840 could prevent the need for the proposed Credit Card Competition Act, which might have negatively 105 00:08:27,840 --> 00:08:31,840 impacted consumers and rewards programs. 106 00:08:31,840 --> 00:08:37,000 Despite the potential for reduced rewards, this agreement is seen as a positive development 107 00:08:37,000 --> 00:08:43,960 for reducing business costs and maintaining consumer benefits. 108 00:08:43,960 --> 00:08:49,600 In crypto movement, Bitcoin is at $70,000. 109 00:08:49,600 --> 00:08:52,600 Ethereum is at $3,500. 110 00:08:52,600 --> 00:08:59,280 And Solana is nearing $188. 111 00:08:59,280 --> 00:09:02,720 Moving on to a more local vibe. 112 00:09:02,720 --> 00:09:08,720 In our community spotlight on health and wellness, we are working with a national Pilates studio 113 00:09:08,720 --> 00:09:12,920 to bring you some free classes, so listen up. 114 00:09:12,920 --> 00:09:18,080 Check out Club Pilates, with several locations in the San Diego area. 115 00:09:18,080 --> 00:09:24,240 Pilates presents a comprehensive wellness approach, cultivating strength, reducing tension, 116 00:09:24,240 --> 00:09:27,240 and elevating mental well-being. 117 00:09:27,240 --> 00:09:31,120 Scientific research affirms its benefits. 118 00:09:31,120 --> 00:09:37,480 So now you can check out Club Pilates for a free class, with locations in Encinitas, 119 00:09:37,480 --> 00:09:42,800 Solana Beach, Oceanside, La Jolla, and more. 120 00:09:42,800 --> 00:09:46,960 Just be sure to tell them Sunny Morning sent you by. 121 00:09:46,960 --> 00:09:50,920 And now, back to the show. 122 00:09:50,920 --> 00:09:52,800 Let's talk tech. 123 00:09:52,800 --> 00:09:57,640 A groundbreaking discovery has unveiled a new chapter in the storied history of William 124 00:09:57,640 --> 00:10:03,480 Shakespeare, revealing his younger sister, Joan Shakespeare Hart, as the true author 125 00:10:03,480 --> 00:10:07,260 of a long misunderstood family document. 126 00:10:07,260 --> 00:10:13,880 This revelation challenges the long-held belief at the document, found in 1757 and believed 127 00:10:13,880 --> 00:10:19,760 to be penned by their father, John Shakespeare, signifies a dramatic shift in the understanding 128 00:10:19,760 --> 00:10:23,240 of the Shakespeare family's religious affiliations. 129 00:10:23,240 --> 00:10:30,040 Joan, a figure previously shattered by her illustrious brother, emerges as a secret Catholic 130 00:10:30,040 --> 00:10:33,900 sympathizer in Protestant England. 131 00:10:33,900 --> 00:10:38,740 This finding not only sheds light on the secretive nature of the Shakespeare family, but also 132 00:10:38,740 --> 00:10:44,560 underscores the evolving methodologies in historical research, leveraging digital archives 133 00:10:44,560 --> 00:10:50,840 to solve mysteries that have puzzled scholars for centuries. 134 00:10:50,840 --> 00:10:57,440 And in entertainment news, Steve Martin's multifaceted career and personal journey are 135 00:10:57,440 --> 00:11:03,640 captured in a unique documentary by Morgan Neville titled Steve, a Documentary in Two 136 00:11:03,640 --> 00:11:05,640 Pieces. 137 00:11:05,640 --> 00:11:11,400 The film premiering on Apple TV+, dowels into Martin's life, showcasing his evolution 138 00:11:11,400 --> 00:11:18,160 from a Disneyland performer and stand-up comedian, to a movie star, banjo player, father and 139 00:11:18,160 --> 00:11:21,640 comedy duo with Martin Short. 140 00:11:21,640 --> 00:11:25,920 Through reflections and archival footage, the documentary attempts to synthesize the 141 00:11:25,920 --> 00:11:32,960 various stages of Martin's life, highlighting his impact on comedy and his personal growth. 142 00:11:32,960 --> 00:11:37,800 Despite his critical view of his earlier work, Martin acknowledges the joy in his current 143 00:11:37,800 --> 00:11:42,480 endeavors, especially his comedic partnership with Short. 144 00:11:42,480 --> 00:11:47,540 Now content and considering himself at his best, Martin reflects on a life that seems 145 00:11:47,540 --> 00:11:56,400 almost in reverse, marked by a late-stage tranquility and happiness he hadn't anticipated. 146 00:11:56,400 --> 00:12:01,160 Well alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day. 147 00:12:01,160 --> 00:12:05,440 And today, our quote comes from William Shakespeare. 148 00:12:05,440 --> 00:12:07,160 The Greek poet said, 149 00:12:07,160 --> 00:12:14,000 Our doubts are traitors, And make us lose the good we oft might win, 150 00:12:14,000 --> 00:12:16,840 By fearing to attempt. 151 00:12:16,840 --> 00:12:18,920 And that's a wrap for this morning. 152 00:12:18,920 --> 00:12:22,080 Remember to stay tuned tomorrow for more news and updates. 153 00:12:22,080 --> 00:12:37,280 Have an amazing day my good friends.