1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:07,200 Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Boston. 2 00:00:07,200 --> 00:00:12,320 I'm your host Melissa, and it's Thursday, March 7th. 3 00:00:12,320 --> 00:00:16,340 Coming up on today's show, we'll get into the weather report, then we'll jump into 4 00:00:16,340 --> 00:00:23,240 some local news and a few interesting happenings in business, tech, and science. 5 00:00:23,240 --> 00:00:31,640 At first, you'll be interested to know 148 years ago, today, in 1876, Alexander Graham 6 00:00:31,640 --> 00:00:35,160 Bell received a patent for the telephone. 7 00:00:35,160 --> 00:00:41,240 The invention of the telephone obviously transformed communication globally, but not many people 8 00:00:41,240 --> 00:00:42,240 know. 9 00:00:42,240 --> 00:00:47,640 The inspiration came from his hearing-impaired wife and mother pushing him to pioneer in 10 00:00:47,640 --> 00:00:49,560 the field. 11 00:00:49,560 --> 00:00:56,120 Despite controversies, Bell's establishment of the Bell Telephone Company, now AT&T, and 12 00:00:56,120 --> 00:01:01,640 his 18 communications patents solidified his legacy. 13 00:01:01,640 --> 00:01:07,760 And now that we've learned a little sunsum, it's time for the weather report. 14 00:01:07,760 --> 00:01:10,080 In the Boston area. 15 00:01:10,080 --> 00:01:17,400 This morning it's raining and feels like 36 degrees with 15 mile per hour wind. 16 00:01:17,400 --> 00:01:24,040 The sunset will take place at 541 and it will rise again tomorrow at 607. 17 00:01:24,040 --> 00:01:30,200 It looks like we're in for some rain today with cloudy skies and a high near 46. 18 00:01:30,200 --> 00:01:36,200 Conditions will be breezy with a north wind ranging from 14 to 20 mile per hour and the 19 00:01:36,200 --> 00:01:42,200 chance of rain is 70% with new precipitation amounts around a quarter and a half of an 20 00:01:42,200 --> 00:01:43,200 inch. 21 00:01:43,200 --> 00:01:51,120 Tonight, we'll have another chance of rain under cloudy skies with a low around 35 degrees. 22 00:01:51,120 --> 00:01:59,200 The breeze will continue with a north wind from 16 to 23 mile per hour and gusts of 34. 23 00:01:59,200 --> 00:02:04,560 The chance of rain tonight is 50% with new precipitation amounts expected to be between 24 00:02:04,560 --> 00:02:08,040 a tenth and a quarter of an inch. 25 00:02:08,040 --> 00:02:13,340 For all you beach runners out there, get your rain gear on, the first high tide Thursday 26 00:02:13,340 --> 00:02:18,040 will be just after 8 a.m. with a low tide around 3. 27 00:02:18,040 --> 00:02:26,220 The nearshore buoy at Cape Cod Bay reads 41 degrees for the water temperature. 28 00:02:26,220 --> 00:02:28,680 Now looking ahead in the weather. 29 00:02:28,680 --> 00:02:31,440 Unfortunately, things don't get better. 30 00:02:31,440 --> 00:02:38,400 Friday starts with a slight chance of rain then partly sunny skies with a high near 45. 31 00:02:38,400 --> 00:02:45,320 The weekend brings more rain, especially Saturday night through Sunday with highs up to 51. 32 00:02:45,320 --> 00:02:50,800 Expect breezy conditions and patchy fog leading to a partly sunny Monday with another chance 33 00:02:50,800 --> 00:02:54,440 of rain and a high near 47. 34 00:02:54,440 --> 00:02:58,240 Bonjour, food enthusiasts. 35 00:02:58,240 --> 00:03:03,920 This podcast is brought to you by Versailles Cafe and Pastries in Encinitas. 36 00:03:03,920 --> 00:03:10,480 Nestled on El Camino Real South, just north of Encinitas Boulevard, this cafe is a haven 37 00:03:10,480 --> 00:03:13,280 for culinary delights. 38 00:03:13,280 --> 00:03:18,880 Indulge in their amazing Eggs Benedict or their gluten-free crepes. 39 00:03:18,880 --> 00:03:23,760 You can grab a panini for lunch or just breeze on through to get your morning coffee. 40 00:03:23,760 --> 00:03:27,760 They are open every day from 8 to 5. 41 00:03:27,760 --> 00:03:31,200 So stop on by and don't forget to tell them. 42 00:03:31,200 --> 00:03:34,640 Sunny mornings send you. 43 00:03:34,640 --> 00:03:40,680 Boston Pinnacle Properties has obtained a $5.1 million loan from Rockland Trust for 44 00:03:40,680 --> 00:03:45,460 revitalizing a historic Franklin Street building. 45 00:03:45,460 --> 00:03:50,440 This initiative marks the inaugural funding under Boston's new residential conversion 46 00:03:50,440 --> 00:03:55,760 program aiming to transform office spaces into housing. 47 00:03:55,760 --> 00:04:02,400 Rockland Trust collaborates with developer Adam Burns to convert the 145-year-old structure 48 00:04:02,400 --> 00:04:06,280 into 15 modern apartments. 49 00:04:06,280 --> 00:04:13,320 This redevelopment includes studio and one-bedroom apartments, with three adhering to the city's 50 00:04:13,320 --> 00:04:17,520 inclusionary development policy. 51 00:04:17,520 --> 00:04:22,960 Featuring six floors with spacious apartments and 13-foot ceilings, the property stands 52 00:04:22,960 --> 00:04:27,760 as a testament to Boston's architectural heritage. 53 00:04:27,760 --> 00:04:32,560 Construction is anticipated to start soon, aiming for completion within a year, enhancing 54 00:04:32,560 --> 00:04:41,240 downtown Boston's residential options. 55 00:04:41,240 --> 00:04:44,000 Now on to sports. 56 00:04:44,000 --> 00:04:50,020 Steve Garvey, former Major League Baseball MVP, has advanced to face Democratic Rep Adam 57 00:04:50,020 --> 00:04:55,120 Schiff in California's U.S. Senate general election. 58 00:04:55,120 --> 00:05:00,040 Running as a Republican, Garvey was a late entry in the jungle primary, but received 59 00:05:00,040 --> 00:05:03,800 strategic support from Schiff's campaign. 60 00:05:03,800 --> 00:05:10,520 Garvey, known for his 19-season baseball career and World Series win, has not garnered endorsements 61 00:05:10,520 --> 00:05:13,720 from his ex-teammates. 62 00:05:13,720 --> 00:05:19,480 Despite the challenge, Garvey is inspired by Tommy Lasordes' You Gotta Believe mantra 63 00:05:19,480 --> 00:05:24,800 aiming for an upset in a Democratic stronghold. 64 00:05:24,800 --> 00:05:30,360 Last night, there were no professional Boston sports, but tonight the Celtics are on the 65 00:05:30,360 --> 00:05:36,740 road to tip off against the Denver Nuggets, and the Bruins, staying home, are skating 66 00:05:36,740 --> 00:05:40,940 against the Maple Leafs. 67 00:05:40,940 --> 00:05:50,160 And top news, a check signed by Steve Jobs in 1976 to pay an Apple phone bill is currently 68 00:05:50,160 --> 00:05:55,260 up for auction, providing a unique piece of tech history. 69 00:05:55,260 --> 00:06:01,800 This check, dated July 8, 1976, is from the early days of Apple, offering insight into 70 00:06:01,800 --> 00:06:05,480 the company's modest beginnings. 71 00:06:05,480 --> 00:06:12,800 According to Pacific Telephone, the check for $201.41 features Jobs' signature and 72 00:06:12,800 --> 00:06:17,240 is preserved in very fine condition. 73 00:06:17,240 --> 00:06:22,880 The auction piece resonates with collectors, given its connection to Jobs and the pre-iPhone 74 00:06:22,880 --> 00:06:25,560 era of Apple. 75 00:06:25,560 --> 00:06:32,780 Bidding is open until March 21, with a price already surpassing $15,000, a testament to 76 00:06:32,780 --> 00:06:36,620 its value on my enthusiasts. 77 00:06:36,620 --> 00:06:46,840 In business news, Bank of America set a new record in 2023, securing 644 U.S. patents, 78 00:06:46,840 --> 00:06:53,040 focusing on advancements in information security, AI, and machine learning. 79 00:06:53,040 --> 00:06:59,800 With an impressive tally of almost 7,000 patents or pending applications globally, over 800 80 00:06:59,800 --> 00:07:07,420 are dedicated to AI, involving inventors across 42 U.S. states and 14 countries. 81 00:07:07,420 --> 00:07:12,880 The bank's patented technologies, including its virtual assistant, Erica, aim to improve 82 00:07:12,880 --> 00:07:15,940 customer financial management. 83 00:07:15,940 --> 00:07:22,640 Bank of America patents also cover programming, online and mobile banking, and payment technologies, 84 00:07:22,640 --> 00:07:25,960 reflecting its broad innovation spectrum. 85 00:07:25,960 --> 00:07:33,960 Annually investing $12 billion in technology, the bank plans to dedicate $3.8 billion to 86 00:07:33,960 --> 00:07:40,680 new tech initiatives this year, underlining its commitment to innovation. 87 00:07:40,680 --> 00:07:49,060 In crypto movement, Bitcoin is currently just over $66,000, Ethereum is nearing $4,000, 88 00:07:49,060 --> 00:07:55,440 and Solana is $138. 89 00:07:55,440 --> 00:07:57,800 Moving on to a more local vibe. 90 00:07:57,800 --> 00:08:04,560 In our community spotlight on health and wellness, we are working with a national Pilates studio 91 00:08:04,560 --> 00:08:08,840 to bring you some free classes, so listen up. 92 00:08:08,840 --> 00:08:13,160 Check out Club Pilates with several locations in the Boston area. 93 00:08:13,160 --> 00:08:19,280 Pilates presents a comprehensive wellness approach, cultivating strength, reducing tension, 94 00:08:19,280 --> 00:08:22,600 and elevating mental well-being. 95 00:08:22,600 --> 00:08:25,840 Public research affirms its benefits. 96 00:08:25,840 --> 00:08:30,120 So now you can check out Club Pilates for a free class. 97 00:08:30,120 --> 00:08:36,520 With locations in Canton, Wellesley, Hingham, Brookline, and Framingham, just be sure to 98 00:08:36,520 --> 00:08:40,520 tell them Sunny Morning sent you by. 99 00:08:40,520 --> 00:08:45,160 And now back to the show. 100 00:08:45,160 --> 00:08:47,360 Let's talk tech. 101 00:08:47,360 --> 00:08:52,720 SailDrone has launched its first surveyor autonomous vessel, designed for Navy testing, 102 00:08:52,720 --> 00:08:56,920 marking a new era in ocean intelligence gathering. 103 00:08:56,920 --> 00:09:03,600 The SailDrone 3000, a 20-meter vessel with an aluminum hull, offers durability and cost 104 00:09:03,600 --> 00:09:10,720 effectiveness, differentiating it from its fiberglass and carbon predecessors. 105 00:09:10,720 --> 00:09:16,300 Chosen for its robustness, the aluminum hull enables mass production, addressing the scale 106 00:09:16,300 --> 00:09:21,840 limitations of composite production in the U.S. 107 00:09:21,840 --> 00:09:28,600 SailDrones vessels are key to collecting high-resolution ocean data, aiding in climate science, logistics, 108 00:09:28,600 --> 00:09:32,960 law enforcement, and military applications. 109 00:09:32,960 --> 00:09:38,360 The Navy sees these uncrewed vehicles, like the SailDrone Surveyor, as essential for freeing 110 00:09:38,360 --> 00:09:44,520 crewed vessels for other critical tasks, emphasizing their role in automated observation. 111 00:09:44,520 --> 00:09:51,440 While not intended for combat, these vessels contribute significantly to surface and undersea 112 00:09:51,440 --> 00:09:59,200 intelligence, including anti-submarine warfare, without being weaponized. 113 00:09:59,200 --> 00:10:06,720 And in entertainment news, Bob Iger, Disney's CEO, has signaled a major shift in Marvel's 114 00:10:06,720 --> 00:10:12,800 strategy, emphasizing quality over quantity for the MCU's future. 115 00:10:12,800 --> 00:10:18,180 During a Morgan Stanley conference, Iger revealed that Disney has already canceled some Marvel 116 00:10:18,180 --> 00:10:24,600 projects deemed not strong enough, prioritizing the franchise's integrity. 117 00:10:24,600 --> 00:10:30,220 Despite reductions in Marvel's film and TV output, Iger remains positive, expressing 118 00:10:30,220 --> 00:10:34,880 confidence in the team and the content being produced. 119 00:10:34,880 --> 00:10:40,200 Uncertainty looms over several anticipated Marvel TV series, with projects like Iron 120 00:10:40,200 --> 00:10:46,040 Heart and Armor Wars potentially at risk amid this strategic realignment. 121 00:10:46,040 --> 00:10:51,360 This move may affect the MCU's willingness to take creative risks, yet aims to ensure 122 00:10:51,360 --> 00:10:56,600 future offerings maintain high standards and engage audiences. 123 00:10:56,600 --> 00:11:02,260 Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day. 124 00:11:02,260 --> 00:11:06,880 And today, to help us all through the dreary weather, here's some wise words from the 125 00:11:06,880 --> 00:11:12,080 great character in Fast Times at Ridgemont High, Jess Spuckley. 126 00:11:12,080 --> 00:11:40,640 All I need are some tasty waves, cool buzz, and I'm fine.