1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:08,440 Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Encinitas. 2 00:00:08,440 --> 00:00:13,280 I'm your host Melissa and it's Thursday, March 28th. 3 00:00:13,280 --> 00:00:18,080 Coming up on today's show, we'll get into the surf report and the weather outlook, then 4 00:00:18,080 --> 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 --> 00:00:25,520 entertainment. 6 00:00:25,520 --> 00:00:32,400 But first, you'll be interested to know 94 years ago, today in 1930. 7 00:00:32,400 --> 00:00:36,960 Constantinople was renamed as Istanbul. 8 00:00:36,960 --> 00:00:43,680 The ancient city in modern-day Turkey was first settled in the 7th century BC and Constantinople 9 00:00:43,680 --> 00:00:49,240 developed into a thriving port thanks to its prime geographic location between Europe and 10 00:00:49,240 --> 00:00:52,760 Asia and its natural harbor. 11 00:00:52,760 --> 00:00:59,360 In AD 330, it became a site of Roman Emperor Constantine's New Rome, a Christian city 12 00:00:59,360 --> 00:01:04,400 of immense wealth and magnificent architecture. 13 00:01:04,400 --> 00:01:10,200 Constantinople stood as the seat of the Byzantine Empire for the next 1,100 years, enduring 14 00:01:10,200 --> 00:01:16,320 periods of great fortune and horrific sieges, until being overrun by the Ottoman Empire 15 00:01:16,320 --> 00:01:19,340 in 1453. 16 00:01:19,340 --> 00:01:21,200 So now you know. 17 00:01:21,200 --> 00:01:24,440 And now you know what time it is. 18 00:01:24,440 --> 00:01:28,840 It's time for the surf report. 19 00:01:28,840 --> 00:01:34,120 Expect waves to reach chest-to-shoulder high with early light wind, turning moderate and 20 00:01:34,120 --> 00:01:36,880 onshore by afternoon. 21 00:01:36,880 --> 00:01:43,920 Friday brings waste to chest-high ways, with potential for head-high sets at standout spots. 22 00:01:43,920 --> 00:01:49,880 The weekend forecast includes increasing west-northwest swell and deteriorating conditions with a 23 00:01:49,880 --> 00:01:53,960 notable southerly wind swell on Saturday. 24 00:01:53,960 --> 00:01:59,960 Surf decreases into Monday, improving slightly by Tuesday. 25 00:01:59,960 --> 00:02:06,280 Thursday in Encinitas and North County it's looking fair at 2 to 4 feet, then tapering 26 00:02:06,280 --> 00:02:10,280 off and becoming unreadable after 11. 27 00:02:10,280 --> 00:02:13,280 So get out there early, my friends. 28 00:02:13,280 --> 00:02:19,800 Best time to ride is at 9 a.m. with a 3-foot incoming tide when the southwest swell is 29 00:02:19,800 --> 00:02:26,460 2 feet at 17 seconds and the onshore wind is 1 mile per hour. 30 00:02:26,460 --> 00:02:34,260 The first high tide Thursday will be 4 feet at 11.30 a.m. with a 2-foot low tide at 5. 31 00:02:34,260 --> 00:02:42,040 The nearshore buoy at Scripps in La Jolla reads 59 degrees for the water temperature. 32 00:02:42,040 --> 00:02:45,980 Checking out the weather in the Encinitas area. 33 00:02:45,980 --> 00:02:52,640 This morning it's cloudy and feels like 53 degrees with 4 mile per hour wind. 34 00:02:52,640 --> 00:02:59,340 The sunset will take place at 7.06 and will rise again tomorrow at 6.39. 35 00:02:59,340 --> 00:03:04,200 It looks like we're in for some patchy fog before 11 a.m. 36 00:03:04,200 --> 00:03:10,880 Otherwise partly sunny with a high near 60 and wind of 5 to 10 mile per hour. 37 00:03:10,880 --> 00:03:17,080 Tonight mostly cloudy with a low around 55. 38 00:03:17,080 --> 00:03:23,760 Looking ahead in the weather, Friday offers partly sunny skies, a high of 59 degrees and 39 00:03:23,760 --> 00:03:26,320 light southwest wind. 40 00:03:26,320 --> 00:03:30,440 Nighttime may bring slight rain with a low of 53. 41 00:03:30,440 --> 00:03:35,560 Saturday is rainy, possibly heavy with a high of 58. 42 00:03:35,560 --> 00:03:42,120 Sunday forecasts showers and possible afternoon thunderstorms with a high of 59 and low of 43 00:03:42,120 --> 00:03:44,120 53. 44 00:03:44,120 --> 00:03:48,020 Buon jour food enthusiasts. 45 00:03:48,020 --> 00:03:53,680 This podcast is brought to you by Versailles Cafe and Pastries in Encinitas. 46 00:03:53,680 --> 00:04:00,240 Nestled on El Camino Real South, just north of Encinitas Boulevard, this cafe is a haven 47 00:04:00,240 --> 00:04:03,040 for culinary delights. 48 00:04:03,040 --> 00:04:08,680 Indulge in their amazing Eggs Benedict or their gluten-free crepes. 49 00:04:08,680 --> 00:04:14,040 You can grab a panini for lunch or just breeze on through to get your morning coffee. 50 00:04:14,040 --> 00:04:17,520 They are open every day from 8 to 5. 51 00:04:17,520 --> 00:04:21,000 So stop on by and don't forget to tell them. 52 00:04:21,000 --> 00:04:24,480 Sunny mornings send you. 53 00:04:24,480 --> 00:04:26,480 In local news. 54 00:04:26,480 --> 00:04:32,320 Tonight at Petco Park, the iconic home of the San Diego Padres is offering Aztec fans 55 00:04:32,320 --> 00:04:38,640 a unique opportunity to cheer on the SDSU men's basketball team during the Sweet 16 56 00:04:38,640 --> 00:04:42,400 game of the NCAA tournament. 57 00:04:42,400 --> 00:04:47,880 After the Padres' home opener today, the park will broadcast the San Diego State vs. 58 00:04:47,880 --> 00:04:53,560 Yucan game on their big screens, allowing fans to experience the excitement right after 59 00:04:53,560 --> 00:04:55,760 the baseball game. 60 00:04:55,760 --> 00:05:00,640 We've got some sun, we've got some baseball, and we've got the tourney. 61 00:05:00,640 --> 00:05:02,440 What else could you ask for? 62 00:05:02,440 --> 00:05:11,720 What a great day to be in sunny San Diego. 63 00:05:11,720 --> 00:05:14,000 Now on to sports. 64 00:05:14,000 --> 00:05:18,720 It's opening day in Major League Baseball, the day that brings unparalleled excitement 65 00:05:18,720 --> 00:05:22,880 with nearly every team stepping onto the field. 66 00:05:22,880 --> 00:05:28,080 This year, despite rain pushing back two games to Friday, the lineup of matchups remains 67 00:05:28,080 --> 00:05:30,760 highly anticipated. 68 00:05:30,760 --> 00:05:35,400 From the Braves taking on the Phillies, featuring an exciting pitching duel between Spencer 69 00:05:35,400 --> 00:05:42,200 Strider and Zach Wheeler, to the Giants facing the Padres, with Logan Webb facing Eudarvish, 70 00:05:42,200 --> 00:05:45,440 each game is packed with potential. 71 00:05:45,440 --> 00:05:49,960 It's a day filled with promise for fans, offering a glimpse into what this season could 72 00:05:49,960 --> 00:05:50,960 bring. 73 00:05:50,960 --> 00:05:54,880 Let's play, too. 74 00:05:54,880 --> 00:05:57,480 Last night in local sports. 75 00:05:57,480 --> 00:06:03,720 The Lakers on the road beat the Grizzlies 136-124. 76 00:06:03,720 --> 00:06:11,000 And the Clippers also on the road beat the 76ers 108-107. 77 00:06:11,000 --> 00:06:17,180 Tonight the Padres are at home to take on the Giants. 78 00:06:17,180 --> 00:06:23,420 And in national hockey, the Kings are on the road in Edmonton to take on the Oilers. 79 00:06:23,420 --> 00:06:29,400 And the Ducks are on the road in Seattle to take on the Kraken. 80 00:06:29,400 --> 00:06:37,000 In top news, Amazon.com is significantly boosting its commitment to Anthropic, an artificial 81 00:06:37,000 --> 00:06:42,600 intelligence startup with an additional $3 billion investment. 82 00:06:42,600 --> 00:06:48,440 This investment increases Amazon's total stake in the company to $4 billion. 83 00:06:48,440 --> 00:06:55,840 Anthropic, recognized for developing advanced AI tools for text generation and analysis, 84 00:06:55,840 --> 00:07:03,400 was established by ex-OpenAI employees, including siblings Daniela and Dario Amadei. 85 00:07:03,400 --> 00:07:09,320 This collaboration not only strengthens Amazon's ties with Anthropic, but also integrates Amazon's 86 00:07:09,320 --> 00:07:15,840 technological infrastructure, including Amazon Web Services and custom computer chips, into 87 00:07:15,840 --> 00:07:18,600 Anthropic's operations. 88 00:07:18,600 --> 00:07:25,640 Anthropic, which also collaborates with Google, has emerged as a major player in the AI sector, 89 00:07:25,640 --> 00:07:32,240 focusing on creating chatbots like Claude, with an emphasis on safe and responsible AI 90 00:07:32,240 --> 00:07:34,100 development. 91 00:07:34,100 --> 00:07:42,280 In business news, crypto stocks like MicroStrategy and Coinbase are poised for a potential short 92 00:07:42,280 --> 00:07:45,680 squeeze, according to analysts. 93 00:07:45,680 --> 00:07:51,420 With $11 billion in total short interest focused heavily on these companies, they represent 94 00:07:51,420 --> 00:07:55,600 84% of bearish bets in the sector. 95 00:07:55,600 --> 00:08:00,280 The crowded nature of these short positions sets the stage for a short squeeze, where 96 00:08:00,280 --> 00:08:05,920 a price rally could force short sellers to cover their positions, driving prices even 97 00:08:05,920 --> 00:08:07,440 higher. 98 00:08:07,440 --> 00:08:13,040 Despite bearish sentiment, MicroStrategy and Coinbase have seen significant gains this 99 00:08:13,040 --> 00:08:16,760 year challenging short sellers. 100 00:08:16,760 --> 00:08:21,160 Analysts highlight the risk of crowded short trades, especially as these stocks continue 101 00:08:21,160 --> 00:08:28,040 to rally, possibly leading to substantial losses for those betting against them. 102 00:08:28,040 --> 00:08:33,400 In crypto movement, Bitcoin is just under $70,000. 103 00:08:33,400 --> 00:08:37,000 Ethereum is at $3,500. 104 00:08:37,000 --> 00:08:43,280 And Solana is $183. 105 00:08:43,280 --> 00:08:46,680 Moving on to a more local vibe. 106 00:08:46,680 --> 00:08:52,680 In our community spotlight on health and wellness, we are working with a national Pilates studio 107 00:08:52,680 --> 00:08:56,880 to bring you some free classes, so listen up. 108 00:08:56,880 --> 00:09:02,000 Check out Club Pilates, with several locations in the San Diego area. 109 00:09:02,000 --> 00:09:08,200 Pilates presents a comprehensive wellness approach, cultivating strength, reducing tension, 110 00:09:08,200 --> 00:09:11,160 and elevating mental well-being. 111 00:09:11,160 --> 00:09:15,080 Scientific research affirms its benefits. 112 00:09:15,080 --> 00:09:21,440 So now you can check out Club Pilates for a free class, with locations in Encinitas, 113 00:09:21,440 --> 00:09:26,760 Solana Beach, Oceanside, La Jolla, and more. 114 00:09:26,760 --> 00:09:30,920 Just be sure to tell them Sunny Morning sent you by. 115 00:09:30,920 --> 00:09:33,600 And now, back to the show. 116 00:09:33,600 --> 00:09:36,320 Let's talk science. 117 00:09:36,320 --> 00:09:41,720 Japan's smart lander Moon Probe has once again astounded scientists by surviving a 118 00:09:41,720 --> 00:09:47,200 second harsh lunar night, transmitting new images back to Earth. 119 00:09:47,200 --> 00:09:53,080 The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency celebrated this achievement, highlighting the lander's 120 00:09:53,080 --> 00:09:59,600 resilience, despite its challenging landing angle, which misaligned its solar panels. 121 00:09:59,600 --> 00:10:04,560 Unlike the American lander Odysseus, which failed to wake after the lunar night, the 122 00:10:04,560 --> 00:10:10,240 Japanese lander, nicknamed the Moon Sniper for its precision landing technology, aims 123 00:10:10,240 --> 00:10:15,640 to explore parts of the moon's mantle exposed in a crater. 124 00:10:15,640 --> 00:10:23,960 This success marks a positive turn for Japan's space endeavors following previous setbacks. 125 00:10:23,960 --> 00:10:31,120 And in entertainment news, Ryan Gosling, riding high from a successful 2024, has launched 126 00:10:31,120 --> 00:10:37,320 a new production banner called General Admission in partnership with Jess Henderson, a veteran 127 00:10:37,320 --> 00:10:39,760 of Apple and Faco. 128 00:10:39,760 --> 00:10:45,220 They secured a three-year first-look film deal with Amazon and GM Studios, focusing 129 00:10:45,220 --> 00:10:52,040 on narrative features for both theatrical and streaming releases, some starring Gosling. 130 00:10:52,040 --> 00:10:57,080 This collaboration aims to create memorable stories, leveraging Henderson's diverse 131 00:10:57,080 --> 00:11:02,760 experience and Gosling's unique perspective as a producer. 132 00:11:02,760 --> 00:11:07,880 This venture marks a reunion with Courtney Valenti, now at Amazon, with whom Gosling 133 00:11:07,880 --> 00:11:10,320 worked on the blockbuster Barbie. 134 00:11:10,320 --> 00:11:17,260 Gosling's current projects include the Oscar-nominated Barbie and the upcoming Fall Guy, showcasing 135 00:11:17,260 --> 00:11:22,840 his continued impact in the film industry. 136 00:11:22,840 --> 00:11:27,780 Well alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day. 137 00:11:27,780 --> 00:11:33,640 And today, in honor of opening day, our quote comes from Yogi Berra. 138 00:11:33,640 --> 00:11:40,760 And the great Hall of Fame catcher said, love is the most important thing in the world, 139 00:11:40,760 --> 00:11:43,200 but baseball is pretty good too. 140 00:11:43,200 --> 00:11:46,040 And that's a wrap for this morning. 141 00:11:46,040 --> 00:11:49,760 Remember to stay tuned tomorrow for more news and updates. 142 00:11:49,760 --> 00:12:17,920 Have an amazing day my good friends.