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 Wednesday, September 4th. 3 00:00:12,000 --> 00:00:15,000 You'll be interested to know. 4 00:00:15,000 --> 00:00:25,000 243 years ago, today in 1781, Spanish settlers laid claim to what became Los Angeles. 5 00:00:25,000 --> 00:00:31,000 It is now the second most populous city in the United States and the home to Hollywood, 6 00:00:31,000 --> 00:00:36,000 whose name is synonymous with the American motion picture industry. 7 00:00:36,000 --> 00:00:38,000 So now you know. 8 00:00:38,000 --> 00:00:42,000 And now, it's time for the weather report. 9 00:00:42,000 --> 00:00:47,000 It looks like we're in for a sunny Wednesday with temperatures reaching around 78 10 00:00:47,000 --> 00:00:50,000 and a light breeze from the south. 11 00:00:50,000 --> 00:00:54,000 Tonight, expect clear skies with a low of 56. 12 00:00:54,000 --> 00:00:57,000 And gentle winds. 13 00:00:57,000 --> 00:01:02,000 For all you beach runners out there, the first high tide Wednesday will be at 1230 14 00:01:02,000 --> 00:01:06,000 with a low tide just after 730. 15 00:01:06,000 --> 00:01:14,000 The nearshore buoy at Cape Cod Bay reads 68 degrees for the water temperature. 16 00:01:14,000 --> 00:01:21,000 Looking ahead in the weather, expect sunny skies on Thursday with highs around 76 degrees 17 00:01:21,000 --> 00:01:24,000 and light southeast winds. 18 00:01:24,000 --> 00:01:30,000 Thursday night will be mostly clear with lows near 59 degrees. 19 00:01:30,000 --> 00:01:38,000 A chance of rain showers begin Saturday, continuing into Sunday with highs around 74 degrees. 20 00:01:38,000 --> 00:01:40,000 Bonjour, food enthusiasts. 21 00:01:40,000 --> 00:01:46,000 This podcast is brought to you by Versailles Cafe and Pastries in Encinitas. 22 00:01:46,000 --> 00:01:51,000 Nestled on El Camino Real South, just north of Encinitas Boulevard, 23 00:01:51,000 --> 00:01:55,000 this cafe is a haven for culinary delights. 24 00:01:55,000 --> 00:02:01,000 Indulge in their amazing Eggs Benedict or their gluten-free crepes. 25 00:02:01,000 --> 00:02:06,000 You can grab a panini for lunch or just breeze on through to get your morning coffee. 26 00:02:06,000 --> 00:02:09,000 They are open every day from 8 to 5. 27 00:02:09,000 --> 00:02:13,000 So stop on by and don't forget to tell them. 28 00:02:13,000 --> 00:02:16,000 Have a nice morning. 29 00:02:16,000 --> 00:02:18,000 In local news. 30 00:02:18,000 --> 00:02:24,000 On Labor Day, the Hilton Boston Park Plaza was filled with guests enjoying their holiday. 31 00:02:24,000 --> 00:02:32,000 But outside, about 400 hotel workers from Unite Here, Local 26, were striking and chanting, 32 00:02:32,000 --> 00:02:34,000 Make them pay. 33 00:02:34,000 --> 00:02:40,000 The demonstrators drew attention to their demands for higher wages and better working conditions. 34 00:02:40,000 --> 00:02:43,000 Guests faced delays in check-in and limited services, 35 00:02:43,000 --> 00:02:48,000 as the union encouraged travelers to avoid the striking hotels. 36 00:02:48,000 --> 00:02:54,000 Some visitors expressed sympathy for the workers, while others felt frustrated. 37 00:02:54,000 --> 00:03:00,000 The strike is part of a larger interstate effort involving over 25,000 workers nationwide, 38 00:03:00,000 --> 00:03:04,000 highlighting ongoing challenges in the hospitality industry. 39 00:03:04,000 --> 00:03:11,000 Now on to sports. 40 00:03:11,000 --> 00:03:18,000 San Francisco 49ers rookie wide receiver Ricky Pearsall has been placed on the reserve 41 00:03:18,000 --> 00:03:24,000 non-football injury list, meaning he will miss at least the first four regular season games. 42 00:03:24,000 --> 00:03:31,000 Pearsall, who is 23 years old, was shot in the chest during an attempted robbery on Saturday 43 00:03:31,000 --> 00:03:35,000 in the Union Square area of San Francisco. 44 00:03:35,000 --> 00:03:42,000 Fortunately, he did not require surgery and was released from the hospital the following day. 45 00:03:42,000 --> 00:03:47,000 A 17-year-old suspect is in custody and charges are expected soon. 46 00:03:47,000 --> 00:03:55,000 The 49ers have signed offensive tackle Brandon Parker to fill the roster spot created by Pearsall's absence. 47 00:03:55,000 --> 00:03:58,000 In local sports. 48 00:03:58,000 --> 00:04:03,000 Last night, the Red Sox fell to the Mets 7-2 at City Field. 49 00:04:03,000 --> 00:04:10,000 Cutter Crawford allowed five runs across six innings, while Nick Sogard and Jaren Duran shipped in 50 00:04:10,000 --> 00:04:14,000 with two of Boston's five total hits. 51 00:04:14,000 --> 00:04:20,000 Francisco Lindor powered the Mets, hitting his 30th homer of the season. 52 00:04:20,000 --> 00:04:25,000 Tonight, the Sox look to bounce back with Tanner Hauck taking the mound. 53 00:04:25,000 --> 00:04:31,000 The Mets counter with Tyler McGill, as both teams hope to improve their playoff chances. 54 00:04:31,000 --> 00:04:36,000 Boston currently sits third in the AL East, while the Mets are third in the NL East, 55 00:04:36,000 --> 00:04:42,000 both teams eyeing a potential wild-card spot in their respective leagues. 56 00:04:42,000 --> 00:04:49,000 In top news, Disney has removed its channels, including ESPN, from DirecTV 57 00:04:49,000 --> 00:04:57,000 just minutes before a highly anticipated college football game, leaving over 10 million customers frustrated. 58 00:04:57,000 --> 00:05:05,000 This blackout is a result of a contentious contract dispute, with negotiations failing before the September 1st deadline. 59 00:05:05,000 --> 00:05:11,000 As traditional pay TV providers face ongoing challenges from court-cutting, 60 00:05:11,000 --> 00:05:20,000 DirecTV argues that Disney's requirement for minimum penetration of its channels is unfair to subscribers who do not watch sports. 61 00:05:20,000 --> 00:05:26,000 Meanwhile, sports fans are already feeling the impact, missing out on significant events, 62 00:05:26,000 --> 00:05:32,000 including the upcoming Monday Night Football game and the Emmy Awards. 63 00:05:32,000 --> 00:05:38,000 In business news, Stellantis is facing significant challenges 64 00:05:38,000 --> 00:05:43,000 following disappointing earnings results in July 2024. 65 00:05:43,000 --> 00:05:48,000 The multinational automaker has implemented aggressive cost-cutting measures, 66 00:05:48,000 --> 00:05:55,000 including voluntary buyouts and layoffs of over 2,450 assembly line workers. 67 00:05:55,000 --> 00:06:00,000 Amidst this turmoil, Walter B. Rhodes, a descendant of the Chrysler founder, 68 00:06:00,000 --> 00:06:08,000 made a proposal to rescue the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram brands from what he perceives as mismanagement. 69 00:06:08,000 --> 00:06:14,000 In response, Stellantis reaffirmed its commitment to its portfolio, stating, 70 00:06:14,000 --> 00:06:18,000 we cannot afford to have brands that do not make money. 71 00:06:18,000 --> 00:06:24,000 Rhodes clarified he seeks employee ownership, not personal ownership of the brands. 72 00:06:24,000 --> 00:06:30,000 In crypto movement, Bitcoin is just under $56,600. 73 00:06:30,000 --> 00:06:34,000 Ethereum is just under $2,400. 74 00:06:34,000 --> 00:06:39,000 And Solana is $128. 75 00:06:39,000 --> 00:06:46,000 Moving on to a more local vibe, in our community spotlight on health and wellness, 76 00:06:46,000 --> 00:06:52,000 we are working with a national Pilates studio to bring you some free classes, so listen up. 77 00:06:52,000 --> 00:06:57,000 Check out Club Pilates with several locations in the Boston area. 78 00:06:57,000 --> 00:07:02,000 Pilates presents a comprehensive wellness approach, cultivating strength, 79 00:07:02,000 --> 00:07:06,000 reducing tension, and elevating mental well-being. 80 00:07:06,000 --> 00:07:09,000 Scientific research affirms its benefits. 81 00:07:09,000 --> 00:07:14,000 So now you can check out Club Pilates for a free class. 82 00:07:14,000 --> 00:07:19,000 With locations in Canton, Wellesley, Hingham, Brookline, and Framingham, 83 00:07:19,000 --> 00:07:24,000 just be sure to tell them, Sunny Morning sent you by. 84 00:07:24,000 --> 00:07:27,000 And now, back to the show. 85 00:07:27,000 --> 00:07:29,000 Let's talk science. 86 00:07:29,000 --> 00:07:36,000 NASA astronaut Butch Wilmore has reported a strange noise from the troubled Boeing Starliner space capsule, 87 00:07:36,000 --> 00:07:44,000 which has kept him and his colleague Suni Williams in orbit for six additional months since their launch in June. 88 00:07:44,000 --> 00:07:50,000 On Saturday, Wilmore communicated a pulsing sound from a speaker inside the capsule, 89 00:07:50,000 --> 00:07:54,000 prompting an investigation into its origin. 90 00:07:54,000 --> 00:07:58,000 The Starliner, plagued by helium leaks and propulsion issues, 91 00:07:58,000 --> 00:08:04,000 is scheduled to return to Earth on September 6, without the astronauts. 92 00:08:04,000 --> 00:08:09,000 They are now expected to return in a SpaceX capsule in February. 93 00:08:09,000 --> 00:08:19,000 Video anomalies in space are not uncommon, with past reports of unusual sounds from other missions. 94 00:08:19,000 --> 00:08:21,000 And in entertainment news. 95 00:08:21,000 --> 00:08:31,000 In Reagan, Dennis Quaid portrays the 40th president in a film directed by Sean McNamara, which some may call hagiographic. 96 00:08:31,000 --> 00:08:37,000 The movie attempts to capture Reagan's life in presidency through the eyes of a fictional Soviet official. 97 00:08:37,000 --> 00:08:40,000 Victor Petrovich, played by John Voight. 98 00:08:40,000 --> 00:08:47,000 While the film features clever visuals, such as intercutting scenes of Reagan chopping wood with the fall of the Berlin Wall, 99 00:08:47,000 --> 00:08:50,000 it largely lacks creativity. 100 00:08:50,000 --> 00:08:54,000 Quaid's portrayal has been criticized for its lack of authenticity, 101 00:08:54,000 --> 00:09:01,000 and the screenplay seems to favor a heroic narrative over a nuanced depiction of Reagan's complexities, 102 00:09:01,000 --> 00:09:05,000 ultimately missing an opportunity for depth. 103 00:09:05,000 --> 00:09:10,000 Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day. 104 00:09:10,000 --> 00:09:16,000 And today, our quote comes from the man Dennis Quaid portrayed, Ronald Reagan. 105 00:09:16,000 --> 00:09:18,000 And he said, 106 00:09:18,000 --> 00:09:23,000 Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. 107 00:09:23,000 --> 00:09:27,000 We didn't pass it to our children in the bloodstream. 108 00:09:27,000 --> 00:09:33,000 It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same. 109 00:09:33,000 --> 00:09:36,000 And that's a wrap for this morning. 110 00:09:36,000 --> 00:09:46,000 You can check out our Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for some captivating aerial videos with local news and the weather reports. 111 00:09:46,000 --> 00:09:49,000 Have an amazing day, my good friends. 112 00:09:49,000 --> 00:10:17,000 We'll see you tomorrow with another episode of Sunny Mornings in Boston.