1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:06,760 Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Boston. 2 00:00:06,760 --> 00:00:12,240 We're the daily podcast that gets you started on the right foot and always with a positive 3 00:00:12,240 --> 00:00:13,240 vibe. 4 00:00:13,240 --> 00:00:17,840 I'm your host, Melissa, and it's Thursday, February 8th. 5 00:00:17,840 --> 00:00:23,560 You'll be interested to know, today is Fat Thursday. 6 00:00:23,560 --> 00:00:27,760 It's a Polish tradition marking the last feast before Lent. 7 00:00:27,760 --> 00:00:33,840 On this day, people relish in rich treats, especially papski, a type of Polish donut. 8 00:00:33,840 --> 00:00:39,840 It's a day for enjoying those sweet calorie-heavy delights before the 40-day fasting period 9 00:00:39,840 --> 00:00:41,640 of Lent begins. 10 00:00:41,640 --> 00:00:46,180 Let's check out the weather in the Boston area. 11 00:00:46,180 --> 00:00:51,120 This morning it feels like 25 degrees with 4 mile per hour wind. 12 00:00:51,120 --> 00:00:59,240 Tonight the sun will set at 5.06 p.m. and it will rise again tomorrow at 6.49 a.m. 13 00:00:59,240 --> 00:01:04,560 It looks like we're in for some sun with a high near 43 in light wind. 14 00:01:04,560 --> 00:01:13,280 Tonight increasing clouds with a low around 29 and southeast wind around 6 mile per hour. 15 00:01:13,280 --> 00:01:19,600 Looking ahead in the weather, we'll see partly sunny days with highs near 49 on Friday, 16 00:01:19,600 --> 00:01:23,680 58 on Saturday, and 51 on Sunday. 17 00:01:23,680 --> 00:01:29,320 Nights will be mostly cloudy with lows around 37 to 41 degrees. 18 00:01:29,320 --> 00:01:32,200 Expect consistent southwest and west wind. 19 00:01:32,200 --> 00:01:35,840 Hey, it could be worse. 20 00:01:35,840 --> 00:01:39,600 Bonjour, food enthusiasts. 21 00:01:39,600 --> 00:01:45,320 This podcast is brought to you by Versailles Café and Pastries in Encinitas. 22 00:01:45,320 --> 00:01:51,960 Nestled on El Camino Real South, just north of Encinitas Boulevard, this café is a haven 23 00:01:51,960 --> 00:01:54,760 for culinary delights. 24 00:01:54,760 --> 00:02:00,460 Indulge in their amazing Eggs Benedict or their gluten-free crepes. 25 00:02:00,460 --> 00:02:05,360 You can grab a panini for lunch or just breeze on through to get your morning coffee. 26 00:02:05,360 --> 00:02:09,400 They are open every day from 8 to 5. 27 00:02:09,400 --> 00:02:12,920 So stop on by and don't forget to tell them. 28 00:02:12,920 --> 00:02:17,240 Any morning sends you. 29 00:02:17,240 --> 00:02:25,360 In local news, 46 years ago, this week, the blizzard of 78 struck the northeast, particularly 30 00:02:25,360 --> 00:02:28,480 impacting the city of Boston. 31 00:02:28,480 --> 00:02:33,000 It dumped over 30 inches of snow, paralyzing the area for a week. 32 00:02:33,000 --> 00:02:42,000 The storm stranded over 100 drivers on Route 128, with some fatalities due to exhaust poisoning. 33 00:02:42,000 --> 00:02:46,440 Many were caught unprepared, leading to widespread stranding on roads. 34 00:02:46,440 --> 00:02:51,880 The blizzard closed supermarkets, schools, and businesses for several days. 35 00:02:51,880 --> 00:02:58,440 Boston meteorologists rank it as the city's second biggest snowstorm. 36 00:02:58,440 --> 00:03:03,640 Postal areas, while less affected by snow, suffered from tidal flooding, with the ocean 37 00:03:03,640 --> 00:03:06,960 rising 15 feet above average. 38 00:03:06,960 --> 00:03:17,480 The storm resulted in 99 deaths and extensive damage. 39 00:03:17,480 --> 00:03:19,640 Now on to sports. 40 00:03:19,640 --> 00:03:25,640 Tiger Woods, the celebrated 15-time major champion, has officially announced his return 41 00:03:25,640 --> 00:03:28,200 to the PGA Tour. 42 00:03:28,200 --> 00:03:33,680 He will be participating in the Genesis Invitational next week, at a event he hosts. 43 00:03:33,680 --> 00:03:40,600 This marks his first PGA Tour occurrence since withdrawing from the 2023 Masters Tournament. 44 00:03:40,600 --> 00:03:45,600 Woods has undergone several surgical procedures since then, following a serious car crash 45 00:03:45,600 --> 00:03:48,600 in 2021. 46 00:03:48,600 --> 00:03:54,360 Despite concerns about his career's continuation, recent performances, including an 18th place 47 00:03:54,360 --> 00:04:00,560 finish at the Hero World Challenge and a tie for fifth, with his son Charlie at the PNC 48 00:04:00,560 --> 00:04:04,120 Championship, have showcased his readiness to compete. 49 00:04:04,120 --> 00:04:11,000 Rodeoera, where Woods will play, is a course he's familiar with but has never won it, 50 00:04:11,000 --> 00:04:15,800 despite having a runner-up finish and three top tens there. 51 00:04:15,800 --> 00:04:22,440 In the NBA last night, the Celtics beat the Hawks 125-117. 52 00:04:22,440 --> 00:04:29,040 In a remarkable game, Al Horford, at 37 years of age, showcased an exceptional performance 53 00:04:29,040 --> 00:04:32,240 reminiscent of his younger days. 54 00:04:32,240 --> 00:04:39,840 His stat line included 14 points, 8 rebounds, 8 assists, 4 blocks, and 2 steals. 55 00:04:39,840 --> 00:04:46,440 Notably, Horford set an NBA record as the oldest player and the first big man to achieve 56 00:04:46,440 --> 00:04:55,240 over 10 points, 8 rebounds, 8 assists, 4 blocks, and 4 three-pointers in a single game. 57 00:04:55,240 --> 00:05:01,160 Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla lauded Horford's consistent impact, and teammate Derek White 58 00:05:01,160 --> 00:05:04,760 praised his on-and-off court contributions. 59 00:05:04,760 --> 00:05:12,440 Horford, maintaining his humility, focused on the team's success. 60 00:05:12,440 --> 00:05:14,480 In Top News 61 00:05:14,480 --> 00:05:20,200 Learning to play the piano significantly alters brain activity, particularly in areas related 62 00:05:20,200 --> 00:05:24,400 to memory, sensory processing, and movement. 63 00:05:24,400 --> 00:05:29,880 This was revealed in a 26-week study by a team at the Nenke Institute of Experimental 64 00:05:29,880 --> 00:05:32,800 Biology in Poland. 65 00:05:32,800 --> 00:05:38,920 They observed 24 individuals learning piano, noting initial increases in brain activation 66 00:05:38,920 --> 00:05:46,800 in regions like the cerebellum, parietal cortex, hippocampus, and basal ganglia. 67 00:05:46,800 --> 00:05:53,680 However, as proficiency grew, this activity decreased, indicating optimization of neural 68 00:05:53,680 --> 00:05:55,280 processes. 69 00:05:55,280 --> 00:05:59,660 This change was especially noted in the motor cortices. 70 00:05:59,660 --> 00:06:05,360 The study suggests that learning an instrument, like the piano, not only involves acquiring 71 00:06:05,360 --> 00:06:11,800 the skills, but also involves complex, evolving brain activity patterns. 72 00:06:11,800 --> 00:06:13,480 In the stock market 73 00:06:13,480 --> 00:06:18,000 Palantir Technologies is capturing attention in the stock market. 74 00:06:18,000 --> 00:06:23,720 The company recently surpassed its 50-day moving average, indicating a potential bullish 75 00:06:23,720 --> 00:06:24,720 trend. 76 00:06:24,720 --> 00:06:31,280 This technical milestone is significant, as it often signals a shift in market dynamics. 77 00:06:31,280 --> 00:06:38,040 Over the past month, Palantir shares have risen by 33%, reinforcing investor confidence. 78 00:06:38,040 --> 00:06:44,880 Furthermore, Palantir holds a Zaks Rank Number 2 buy, hinting at its strong market position. 79 00:06:44,880 --> 00:06:49,600 The positive trend is supported by upward revisions in earnings estimates for the current 80 00:06:49,600 --> 00:06:54,880 fiscal year, with one estimate moving higher and none lower. 81 00:06:54,880 --> 00:07:00,520 This combination of favorable earnings revisions and technical momentum suggests Palantir could 82 00:07:00,520 --> 00:07:03,640 see further gains ahead. 83 00:07:03,640 --> 00:07:13,600 In crypto movement, Bitcoin is nearing $44,500, Ethereum is about $2,500, and Solana is almost 84 00:07:13,600 --> 00:07:18,280 $102. 85 00:07:18,280 --> 00:07:20,640 Moving on to a more local vibe. 86 00:07:20,640 --> 00:07:27,400 In our community spotlight on health and wellness, we are working with a national Pilates studio 87 00:07:27,400 --> 00:07:31,720 to bring you some free classes, so listen up. 88 00:07:31,720 --> 00:07:36,480 Check out Club Pilates, with several locations in the Boston area. 89 00:07:36,480 --> 00:07:42,240 Pilates presents a comprehensive wellness approach, cultivating strength, reducing tension, 90 00:07:42,240 --> 00:07:45,600 and elevating mental well-being. 91 00:07:45,600 --> 00:07:48,880 Scientific research affirms its benefits. 92 00:07:48,880 --> 00:07:53,200 So now you can check out Club Pilates for a free class. 93 00:07:53,200 --> 00:07:59,660 With locations in Canton, Wellesley, Hingham, Brookline, and Framingham, just be sure to 94 00:07:59,660 --> 00:08:03,720 tell them Sunny Morning sent you by. 95 00:08:03,720 --> 00:08:08,160 And now back to the show. 96 00:08:08,160 --> 00:08:10,640 Let's talk science. 97 00:08:10,640 --> 00:08:15,800 Scientists are on the cusp of a significant medical advancement by potentially breaching 98 00:08:15,800 --> 00:08:18,540 the blood-brain barrier. 99 00:08:18,540 --> 00:08:23,600 This barrier is a protective layer that filters substances from reaching the brain. 100 00:08:23,600 --> 00:08:28,220 The University of Pennsylvania's research team has developed a groundbreaking model 101 00:08:28,220 --> 00:08:35,920 using lipid nanoparticles to transport messenger nucleic acid through this barrier in mice. 102 00:08:35,920 --> 00:08:41,360 This innovative approach could transform the treatment of neurological disorders like Alzheimer's, 103 00:08:41,360 --> 00:08:45,520 seizures, brain cancer, and strokes. 104 00:08:45,520 --> 00:08:52,080 The method involves crafting fat-soluble substances that can penetrate the barrier, carrying crucial 105 00:08:52,080 --> 00:08:55,840 elements like proteins and antibodies. 106 00:08:55,840 --> 00:09:02,160 Although in its early stages, this research signifies a major leap in targeted drug delivery, 107 00:09:02,160 --> 00:09:10,480 potentially extending beyond brain treatments to address other protected areas of the body. 108 00:09:10,480 --> 00:09:13,400 And in entertainment news. 109 00:09:13,400 --> 00:09:19,600 Jonathan Banks, known for his role in the original, 1984 Beverly Hills Cop, recently 110 00:09:19,600 --> 00:09:23,600 shared his thoughts on the sequels of the franchise. 111 00:09:23,600 --> 00:09:32,120 Despite the 1987 and 1994 sequels seeing declining critical reception and box office performance, 112 00:09:32,120 --> 00:09:34,800 Banks admitted he hasn't watched them. 113 00:09:34,800 --> 00:09:40,440 He praised the original film, directed by Martin Rest, for its originality but expressed 114 00:09:40,440 --> 00:09:43,720 skepticism about the sequels. 115 00:09:43,720 --> 00:09:49,480 Banks highlighted the tendency of the film industry to produce remakes and sequels, suggesting 116 00:09:49,480 --> 00:09:53,640 the exploration of undiscovered gems. 117 00:09:53,640 --> 00:09:59,920 The upcoming Beverly Hills Cop on Netflix revives the franchise, with Eddie Murphy returning 118 00:09:59,920 --> 00:10:05,800 in the lead role, sparking curiosity about its potential to revitalize the series and 119 00:10:05,800 --> 00:10:09,000 break its streak of negative sequel reviews. 120 00:10:09,000 --> 00:10:14,360 Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day. 121 00:10:14,360 --> 00:10:18,720 And today our quote comes from Julia Childs. 122 00:10:18,720 --> 00:10:24,220 Always remember, if you're alone in the kitchen and you drop the lamb, you can always just 123 00:10:24,220 --> 00:10:26,280 pick it up. 124 00:10:26,280 --> 00:10:28,080 Who's going to know? 125 00:10:28,080 --> 00:10:30,800 Oh, Julia. 126 00:10:30,800 --> 00:10:33,600 And that's a wrap for this morning. 127 00:10:33,600 --> 00:10:36,560 Remember to stay tuned tomorrow for more news and updates. 128 00:10:36,560 --> 00:10:58,920 Have an amazing day, my good friends.