Breakfast With Barry Lee

Barry delves into 'pop culture' with the celebration of Bubble Wrap Day (bet you can't pop just one).  It's also Hot Chocolate Day, and inquiring minds want to know what the difference is between hot chocolate and hot cocoa.   

On this episode Barry shares a true story of how the simplest of deeds can impact a life. 

With today being National Corn Chip Day and the Super Bowl only a few weeks away, Barry thought the time was right for a bacteria count regarding 'double-dipping'.

It's National Big Wig Day, Kazoo Day and Fun At Work Day.  Barry sets aside some time to reflect on the 'old' Cold War memories of 'duck and cover' drills.

On this episode Barry interviews Tom Crosby who drives a brand new car every week and then writes reviews for AAA.

On National Spouses Day, Barry's wife joins him on the podcast to reminisce how he almost botched his proposal to her. 

Today is 'Plan For Vacation Day', Irish Coffee Day and Opposite Day.  Also on this episode, Barry reacts to the response from yesterday's podcast in which listeners confirm that saltine crackers are difficult to find in grocery stores.

Barry celebrates National Compliment Day, Beer Can Appreciation Day, and Peanut Butter Day.  He also asks the question:  Why are there are no saltine crackers on the store shelves? 

On National Handwriting Day, Barry ponders what the world would be like without cursive writing, and shares his frustration with electronic signatures.

On this episode Barry shares his personal memory of the 'miracle in Miami'.  The date:  January 19, 1977.  The miracle:  SNOW in Miami, Florida.

On National Hugging and Squirrel Appreciation Day, Barry cannot contain his sadness in saying 'goodbye' to the last Christmas cookie and the outdoor lights (sigh) ...

It's National Cheese Day and Disc Jockey Day (not to be confused with cheesy DJs).  Barry is thinking Spring with his special guest, Master Gardener Rochelle Donat.  

It's National Popcorn Day and Barry shares some kernel history, along with his personal Friday night rendezvous ... with popcorn.  

In addition to observing 'Winnie The Pooh Day', Barry shares the story of the snow shovel he inherited from his parents, and the memories that surfaced with the recent storm.

On this episode Barry celebrates the life of one of his favorite American heroes, Martin Luther King, Jr. and also thanks those that participated in the 36th Annual Chain of Checks campaign. 

Barry's special guest on this episode is Brandon Thomas, the Executive Director of the Winchester Rescue Mission.  Brandon shares some heartwarming stories about how the Mission is tackling homelessness in the Shenandoah Valley.

In addition to celebrating National Gift Card Day and Bagel Day, Barry interviews Katrina McClure, the Director of the Sinclair Health Clinic in Winchester.  The Clinic is one of the four recipients of grants given by the Chain of Checks.

The Timber Ridge School for adolescent boys received a $5,000 Chain of Checks grant for recreational equipment.  Barry's guests are Derek Unger, CEO, James Rankin, Director of Residential Services and Juli Ferrell, Director of Development.

On this episode Barry celebrates Rubber Ducky and Stickers Day, and hands over a $5,000 check to the Lord Fairfax Community College Food Pantry.  Barry's guest is Vivi Meder who describes how the grant money will impact the lives of the students and their families.  

In addition to National Pharmacy Day, it's also Kiss A Ginger Day (with permission).  On this episode, Barry salutes 'redheads' everywhere and reminds all what you should never tell a redhead on a date.

Today is National Milk Day, and Barry counts himself among the 6 billion consumers of milk products.  The episode concludes with the delicate art of dunking graham crackers in milk 'without losing them'. 

What do Rod Steward, Pat Benatar and your thermostat have in common?  They're all mentioned on today's podcast.  Rod and Pat celebrate birthdays today, and the thermostat discussion boils down to a 'state of mind.'

Kauleen Sharp, Barry's former morning co-host in the late 90's, joins him on the podcast to share a static cling story and to relive his being her 'maid of honor' at her wedding. 

Barry's guest on the podcast today is Meghan Bowers, Executive Director of the Humane Society of Warren County.  She describes the wild and whacky Polar Plunge on 1/15 in Front Royal to benefit the animals at the shelter.

On this episode, Barry goes over some of the superstitions that kids believe will ensure snow and school closures.  Also, what's on your 'snow shopping list' as far as goodies to eat?