1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:07,000 Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Boston. 2 00:00:07,000 --> 00:00:12,000 I'm your host Melissa, and it's Friday, August 16th. 3 00:00:12,000 --> 00:00:15,000 You'll be interested to know. 4 00:00:15,000 --> 00:00:23,000 Seventy years ago, today, in 1954, the first issue of Sports Illustrated was released, 5 00:00:23,000 --> 00:00:31,000 and the weekly publication, which later changed to monthly, became the leading sports magazine in the United States. 6 00:00:31,000 --> 00:00:33,000 So now you know. 7 00:00:33,000 --> 00:00:37,000 And now, it's time for the weather report. 8 00:00:37,000 --> 00:00:46,000 It looks like we're in for mostly sunny skies, with temperatures reaching near 80, and a gentle breeze from the northeast. 9 00:00:46,000 --> 00:00:53,000 Tonight, expect it to be partly cloudy with a low around 66, and a light southeast wind. 10 00:00:53,000 --> 00:01:00,000 For all you beach runners out there, the first High Tide Friday will be at 9, with a low tide at 10. 11 00:01:00,000 --> 00:01:08,000 The nearshore gooey at Cape Cod Bay reads 68 degrees for the water temperature. 12 00:01:08,000 --> 00:01:11,000 Looking ahead in the weather. 13 00:01:11,000 --> 00:01:16,000 Expect partly sunny skies on Saturday and Sunday, with highs near 80. 14 00:01:16,000 --> 00:01:21,000 Nights will be mostly cloudy, with lows around 67. 15 00:01:21,000 --> 00:01:30,000 Rain showers and thunderstorms are likely Monday and Tuesday, bringing mostly cloudy days and cooler temperatures. 16 00:01:30,000 --> 00:01:32,000 Bonjour, food enthusiasts! 17 00:01:32,000 --> 00:01:38,000 This podcast is brought to you by Versailles Café & Pastries in Ansonides. 18 00:01:38,000 --> 00:01:47,000 Nestled on El Camino Real South, just north of Ansonides Boulevard, this café is a haven for culinary delights. 19 00:01:47,000 --> 00:01:53,000 Indulge in their amazing Eggs Benedict, or their gluten-free crepes. 20 00:01:53,000 --> 00:01:58,000 You can grab a panini for lunch, or just breeze on through to get your morning coffee. 21 00:01:58,000 --> 00:02:01,000 They are open every day from 8 to 5. 22 00:02:01,000 --> 00:02:05,000 So stop on by, and don't forget to tell them. 23 00:02:05,000 --> 00:02:08,000 Sunny mornings send you! 24 00:02:08,000 --> 00:02:15,000 In local news, the FDA is warning against consuming wasters from one Cape Cod Bay 25 00:02:15,000 --> 00:02:23,000 due to potential contamination with Campulobacter jejuni, a bacteria that can cause severe illness. 26 00:02:23,000 --> 00:02:31,000 A recall has been issued for wasters harvested between July 1 and 18 from Thule sites in Lewis Bay, 27 00:02:31,000 --> 00:02:35,000 located on the south side of Barnstable and Yarmouth. 28 00:02:35,000 --> 00:02:41,000 The Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries closed the harvest areas after an outbreak. 29 00:02:41,000 --> 00:02:45,000 Those with compromised immune systems are at higher risk. 30 00:02:45,000 --> 00:02:49,000 You should dispose of any recalled wasters immediately. 31 00:02:49,000 --> 00:02:52,000 Contact health providers if symptoms occur. 32 00:02:57,000 --> 00:02:59,000 Now on to sports. 33 00:02:59,000 --> 00:03:05,000 Could a 6-inning minimum for starting pitchers rejuvenate major league baseball? 34 00:03:05,000 --> 00:03:11,000 Going into the 2023 season, major league baseball introduced extensive rule changes, 35 00:03:11,000 --> 00:03:18,000 including a pitch clock, eliminating the shift, enlarging bases, and limiting pickoff throws. 36 00:03:18,000 --> 00:03:23,000 These changes aim to shorten games and increase action. 37 00:03:23,000 --> 00:03:28,000 Now the league is eyeing its next goal, having starting pitchers spend more time on the mound 38 00:03:28,000 --> 00:03:31,000 and less in surgery rooms. 39 00:03:31,000 --> 00:03:39,000 Discussions include limiting pitching staff sizes and possibly requiring starters to pitch at least 6 innings. 40 00:03:39,000 --> 00:03:46,000 This rule aims to restore the prominence of starting pitchers, balance the game, and reduce injuries. 41 00:03:46,000 --> 00:03:54,000 In local sports, the Red Sox on the road lost to the Orioles 5-1. 42 00:03:54,000 --> 00:03:59,000 And tonight, they're back at it for game two with the Orioles. 43 00:04:01,000 --> 00:04:08,000 In top news, cable TV, once a cash cow, is now facing a steep decline. 44 00:04:08,000 --> 00:04:16,000 Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery have taken significant financial hits with Warner Bros. 45 00:04:16,000 --> 00:04:24,000 Discovery writing down $9 billion due to losses in National Basketball Association rights and affiliate renewals. 46 00:04:24,000 --> 00:04:31,000 Paramount Global followed with a $6 billion impairment charge related to the Skydance deal. 47 00:04:31,000 --> 00:04:37,000 Analysts like Jessica Reif-Ehrlich note that cable networks are in a never-ending decline, 48 00:04:37,000 --> 00:04:42,000 driven by cord-cutting and shifting advertising dollars. 49 00:04:42,000 --> 00:04:50,000 The industry is now looking for ways to adapt, potentially through asset roll-ups or new streaming models. 50 00:04:50,000 --> 00:04:58,000 In business news, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced plans to pass a crypto bill by year end 51 00:04:58,000 --> 00:05:06,000 during the Crypto for Harris Town Hall, signaling a shift in Democratic engagement with the industry. 52 00:05:06,000 --> 00:05:12,000 Schumer emphasized the need for bipartisan support for common-sense regulation. 53 00:05:12,000 --> 00:05:21,000 Historically, Democrats have been less active on crypto, with the Biden administration backing crypto unfriendly actions. 54 00:05:21,000 --> 00:05:29,000 The town hall, attended by 15,000 people, aimed to show Democrats' interest in crypto policy. 55 00:05:29,000 --> 00:05:36,000 Patrick McHenry, a Republican, and other industry voices, cautiously supported Schumer's efforts. 56 00:05:36,000 --> 00:05:41,000 The crypto vote, previously leaning towards Trump, might now be split. 57 00:05:41,000 --> 00:05:56,000 In crypto movement, Bitcoin is just over $58,100. Ethereum is just under $2,600. And Solana is $142. 58 00:05:56,000 --> 00:05:59,000 Moving on to a more local vibe. 59 00:05:59,000 --> 00:06:09,000 In our community spotlight on health and wellness, we are working with a national Pilates studio to bring you some free classes, so listen up. 60 00:06:09,000 --> 00:06:14,000 Check out Club Pilates, with several locations in the Boston area. 61 00:06:14,000 --> 00:06:22,000 Pilates presents a comprehensive wellness approach, cultivating strength, reducing tension, and elevating mental well-being. 62 00:06:22,000 --> 00:06:26,000 Scientific research affirms its benefits. 63 00:06:26,000 --> 00:06:30,000 So now you can check out Club Pilates for a free class. 64 00:06:30,000 --> 00:06:40,000 With locations in Canton, Wellesley, Hingham, Brookline, and Framingham, just be sure to tell them, sunny mornings sent you by. 65 00:06:40,000 --> 00:06:44,000 And now, back to the show. 66 00:06:44,000 --> 00:06:46,000 Let's talk science. 67 00:06:46,000 --> 00:06:56,000 Geological clues reveal that the asteroid causing the end of the dinosaurs, which formed the Chicxulub Crater, was a carbonaceous chondrite meteorite. 68 00:06:56,000 --> 00:07:01,000 This catastrophic event occurred beyond Jupiter during the Cretaceous period. 69 00:07:01,000 --> 00:07:12,000 The asteroid, over six miles wide, hit Central America, causing a global heat pulse and a prolonged winter that wiped out over 60% of species, 70 00:07:12,000 --> 00:07:18,000 including non-avian dinosaurs like Tyrannosaurus rex and Triceratops. 71 00:07:18,000 --> 00:07:26,000 A recent study identified the asteroid's origin using ruthenium isotopes, indicating it came from the outer solar system. 72 00:07:26,000 --> 00:07:34,000 This unique impact allowed survivors, like early primates, to flourish. 73 00:07:34,000 --> 00:07:37,000 And in entertainment news, 74 00:07:37,000 --> 00:07:45,000 Nicolas Cage will portray John Madden in an upcoming biopic about the creation of the Madden video game. 75 00:07:45,000 --> 00:07:51,000 John Madden, a legendary coach and broadcaster, passed away three years ago at age 85. 76 00:07:51,000 --> 00:07:58,000 His namesake video game franchise continues to thrive, with Madden 25 releasing on Friday. 77 00:07:58,000 --> 00:08:03,000 Directed by David O'Rasell, the film will focus on Madden's life, 78 00:08:03,000 --> 00:08:10,000 particularly the origins of the video game franchise, rather than his coaching or broadcasting career. 79 00:08:10,000 --> 00:08:17,000 Russell praised Cage for embodying the American spirit of originality, fun and determination. 80 00:08:17,000 --> 00:08:24,000 This project promises to explore Madden's impact on the sports video game marketplace. 81 00:08:24,000 --> 00:08:29,000 Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day. 82 00:08:29,000 --> 00:08:36,000 And today, our quote comes from the American sports commentator and coach, John Madden. 83 00:08:36,000 --> 00:08:38,000 And he said, 84 00:08:38,000 --> 00:08:42,000 When the going gets tough, I'm not always sure what you do. 85 00:08:42,000 --> 00:08:48,000 I'm not saying that I know how to fix everything when the going gets tough, but I do know this. 86 00:08:48,000 --> 00:08:52,000 When the going gets tough, you don't quit. 87 00:08:52,000 --> 00:08:55,000 And you don't fold up. 88 00:08:55,000 --> 00:08:58,000 And you don't go in the other direction. 89 00:08:58,000 --> 00:09:01,000 And that's a wrap for this morning. 90 00:09:01,000 --> 00:09:07,000 You can check out our Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for some captivating aerial videos 91 00:09:07,000 --> 00:09:10,000 with local news and the weather reports. 92 00:09:10,000 --> 00:09:13,000 Have an amazing weekend, my good friends. 93 00:09:13,000 --> 00:09:28,000 And we'll see you Monday with another episode of Sunny Mornings in Boston.