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We just can't let go of the topic of AI. This week, traffic reporters Claire and Laurie try out traffic reporting via AI. Also, the Titan Submersible tragedy made Anna D feel a certain way. We also learn about a new trend started by concert-goers that will either bring you relief -- or make you poop your pants. Listen and learn what that's all about -- or not. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.c...

Some companies in the radio industry are doing it. They're trying out AI radio DJs. We laugh how video never really killed a radio star, but now there's AI. Should radio personalities be scared? Claire, Laurie and Anna discuss. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

This episode was recorded on 6/8/23 when Canada wildfires were covering New York City in a thick plume of smoke. Claire, Laurie and Anna tell you how that was going. They also discuss their own guilty pleasures. And Laurie's friends are fighting over her! Find out why in this latest episode of Listen and Learn or Not. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...

Ahoy, mateys! Anna's 4-day intensive sailing class was tough yet satisfying. So hoist your sails and join us for a laugh-filled journey on the high seas (or at least, the local lake). Fair warning, you may want to wear a life jacket because all the sailing songs we think of through the entire episode will blow you away...and possible cause you to fall overboard.....or not. See Privacy Policy at ht...

Anna D is taking sailing lessons. What could possibly go wrong? Claire has a very unique fear. What is it? Here's a hint. It leaves her peeling away in terror. Speaking of terrors, someone discovered a floating turd in the pool Laurie swims at. Some might say - she did not see that coming. So grab a Baby Ruth, put on your ear buds and enjoy this episode of Listen and Learn...or not! See Privacy Po...

Have you had it up to here with misspelled words, misplaced commas and apostrophes gone rogue on live tv or business websites? You are not alone. Listen as Claire, Laurie and Anna talk about living in a world full of typos. So grab a red pen and get ready to laugh (and cringe) along with them. Also, Claire makes a confession and it has to do w/ our Seattle NHL team -- it will leave you "Kracken" u...

Are you ready to welcome the brave new world of artificial intelligence? We've all read enough sci fi, seen enough movies and, yeah, owned the Kilroy Was Here album to know this could get ugly real fast. Or not!! Listen as Anna, Laurie and Claire explore AI right before your very ears! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not...

Anna took a trip on a Disney Cruise, Claire took a road trip to California, and Laurie hung out with Matthew McConaughey. #Whatnooowaaay. Yes way, and all three had a magical time. Claire described her niece's wedding as magical. Anna's trip was magical because, you know - Disney. And Laurie's experience was magical because, you know - Magic Mike. Or not. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/pr...

Claire, Laurie and Anna talk about the antiviral drug Paxlovid that was given the Emergency Use Authorization from the FDA. Listen to Anna's update now that she finished treatment. Laurie also introduces us to the term Rust Out in the workplace. Claire realizes she might be turning into her parents (just like the Progressive Commercial!) And one more thing we want you to learn and it's this: Man o...

It's official. All three Listen & Learn Or Not hosts have now had The Covid. The one who got it first is convinced she got it in 2020 before Covid became a pandemic. The other two got theirs back-to-back in the last month. The one w/ the latest case was able to take Paxlovid to help her along, and she'll tell you what to expect if you choose to take this investigational medication ("investigat...

It was exactly one year ago since that infamous moment at the Oscars where Will Smith went after Chris Rock. It was all over the papers. One year later, we finally hear from Chris Rock about it in his live Netflix special "Selective Outrage". And his words about Will and Jada? Cut like a knife...or scissors. Claire and Anna -- minus the vacationing Laurie Hardie -- could not WAIT to chat all about...

Do you have guys in your life who are very much into YouTube videos of animal attacks? Like they will sit down and watch videos or listen to stories about bear attacks? Or lion attacks? What is the deal? (Said in the voice of Seinfeld) Maybe they're why Cocaine Bear is having such success since its release. Also, big names are skipping on King Charles' coronation. What is the deal? (Said in the vo...

Claire, Laurie and Anna talk about Rihanna's halftime performance, and they thought that was quite a show. Also, one of the hosts gets covid. Spoiler alert - she's ok!! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

We're pretty sure one week ago not many would have believed humanity was about to show up in all its glory the way it did during and after Monday Night Football. Buffalo Bills' safety Damar Hamlin suffered a cardiac arrest following a hit then received medical treatment for nearly 20 minutes before being taken to a hospital. All the fans at the game could see Bills players were visibly worried and...

4 Decades! That's how long Madonna got the world talking. From our parents in the 1980s telling us to shut off that devil music "Papa Don't Preach" because "it will only get you pregnant"...to all her choices in how she's expressed herself over the years. Let's talk about her latest controversy here in 2023. Her face!!! (bom bom bommmmmm) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Califor...

Just do it. It's not just a shoe company trademark. It's what could make your New Year's resolution stick. Speaking of New Year's resolutions, it's almost time to repeat the whole 'new year, new me' thing. What do you think of resolutions? Some say it could problematic. Some say it could be a good idea. Also, how do you solve a problem like hard-to-fill job vacancies? Or retaining jobs? If you're...

We recorded this HOURS before a crazy blizzard "cyclone bomb" would freeze most of the U.S., causing dips in temps, rare snow/ice rain events in the Pacific Northwest, 50-car pile ups in the Midwest, complete chaos at the Great Lakes, and most flights being canceled. Coach Laurie, Aunt Claire, and Lil Spaz D will try their best to entertain you w/ some pretty bad caroling...whether you're stuck at...

Sad news. We lost a dear member of our podcast. You know her as someone who drops in from time to time -- her barks and her funny little toenails :'( If you've ever lost a pet, then you know how difficult it can be. Claire shares what comes with the loss of a pet and recognizing when "it's time". She talks about helping her other pets with their loss, too. Get out your kleenex...but also take note...

It's not just a Lizzo song. Truth really hurts - especially if you have to have a tough conversation w/ a coworker who might fall short of expectations. Laurie, Claire and Anna talk about how sometimes the kindest thing you can do is to tell someone "This is not for you." They also talk about the madness of political ads, Election Day, and....mmm....donuts. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/...

Maybe Kanye's going through his worst mid-life crisis (since his last one. You know. The one where he put on the obsessive-ex act? That was terrifying). Well, this time around he's caused his sponsors to cancel him. Didn't set a good example for Kyrie Irving who recently pushed the same hate propaganda. We discuss whether or not either can come back from this. Claire, who had been reporting news a...

Smell my feet...go on...smell 'em...because Halloween 2022 isn't at all like Halloween 2020 when we had candy shoots and left out candy bowls for the kiddos. We actually get to answer the door, hear jokes, and hand out the sweets. What's not sweet is the split up of Tom Brady & Gisele Bündchen. Could the problem be Tom Brady is a 45-year-old man who has a problem with work-life balance? Is it...

Recorded 9/30/2022. A lot has happened since our last episode. Sadly, we lost Loretta Lynn, Angela Lansbury, Judy Tenuta. We're still mourning the loss of Queen Elizabeth and Coolio. But there was also the welcoming news of Adnan Syed finally able to live as a free man after more than 2 decades in prison. Laurie and Claire discuss the overturning of Adnan's conviction for a 1999 murder that was ch...

It just so happens we recorded this episode days after a Maren Morris concert in Redmond, Washington...and days before the headlines read that Maren had "Just Turned a Tucker Carlson Insult into $150K for the Trans Community". (Feel free to Google it, but the short of it is Tucker called Maren a "lunatic" after she defended transgender kids and she used his dig to launch a t-shirt line featuring h...

This one hurts deeply. Losing Olivia Newton-John feels like we lost a piece of our childhood. It's also been a tough loss for the breast cancer community which has had ONJ on their side remaining positive through the years, channeling much of her time and energy to advocacy. This led us to a discussion about genetic cancer testing and what to do with the information you're given upon getting your...

Whether it's a wedding that brings family from all over together, or a baby shower for your son and his wife's first child, or a picnic and concert with an old college chum you haven't seen in a while - life feels much better when you have something to look forward to. Also in this episode, we celebrate those who have overcome hardships, but not without acknowledging those who have difficulty gett...