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The December 15th episode of Random History with Sidekick Harrison.

Rob, Harrison, Champ, Madison, and our in-studio guests -- comedians Andy Forrester and Jack Crissey -- discuss the worst Christmas gifts they've ever received.

Local comedians Andy Forrester and Jack Crissey were in-studio this morning with us to promote their upcoming show in Apex -- and other fun conversations.

Local comedians Andy Forrester and Jack Crissey were in-studio this morning with us to promote their upcoming show in Apex -- and other fun conversations.

Ivet Pruner and Benaisha Doctor, of the local organization "Happiness Productions," have created a new project called "Just Two Questions." They joined us to explain the mission of their project, and how you can help participate.

The December 24th episode of Random History with Sidekick Harrison.

There have always been some myths revolving around all kinds of insurance. Jason Bass from Lawson Insurance Group joins the WPTF morning show to shed some light of these stigmas. They are also supporting Zach's toy chest, a non profit that helps get toys to kids every time of year, and how Lawson Insurance group is helping them.

ASL has been an issue for many over the past decades. Thankfully for those here in North Carolina, ALS United NC, is excited to unveil its new support program to aid those living in NC suffering from the condition.

Hope Reins has been helping children dealing with trauma in a very unique way. Kim Tschirret, founder and CEO, started Hope Reins over 10 years about talks about her mission to help children using horses.

On Monday night, the Mebane Planning Board voted 6-3 to recommend denying the proposal to bring Buc-ee's to the area. Mayor Ed Hooks explained to Rob Connett on the WPTF Morning Show that doesn't necessarily mean all plans to bring the "part-gas station-part-megastore" to Mebane are dead.

You might have big plans, or resolutions, for the new year. Before you make those goals, there are five steps to go through, according to life coach and author Yvonne Victor.

The December 12th episode of Random History with Sidekick Harrison.

Our top story today: Residents in Garner continue to clean up from Sunday's EF-1 tornado. Nick Petro with the National Weather Service in Raleigh talked with us about what goes into determining the category of a tornado, and how rare it is to have a tornado in December.

CBS17 Meteorologist Lance Blocker was on TV all day Sunday with live coverage of the severe weather that rolled through the Triangle, and the tornado that touched down in Garner. He recapped the event with Rob Connett.

Aviation analyst Jay Ratliff made his weekly appearance on the WPTF Morning Show with Rob Connett to go over the top aviation headlines from over the weekend -- including Southwest Airline flight attendances rejecting the newest contract offer.

Rick McElroy from Glenwood Financial Partners talks about financial resolutions for the new year, and the reminder to "keep your peace of mind."

The December 11th episode of Random History with Sidekick Harrison.

There are some big sporting events happening in Durham in the next few weeks, including the NAIA Football National Championship. Marcus Manning with the Durham Sports Commission sat down with WPTF's Tony Riggsbee.

Mike Raley, co-host of the WPTF Weekend Gardner, previews tomorrow morning's show...and gets a surprise visit from Santa!

CBS17 Meteorologist Dave Downey details this weekend's forecast for the Triangle, which includes some possible thunderstorms on Sunday!

Jones Angell, the play-by-play sports broadcaster for the University of North Carolina, joins the show to recap the Tar Heels' men's basketball loss to UConn earlier this week, preview next weekend's game against Kentucky, and dive into the idea of pouring mayonnaise over your head.

Courtney Cordaro, the owner of the Falls River location of Flour Power Cooking Studio, joined the show early this morning to talk about how they run cooking camps for children in the Triangle.

Edward Jones Financial Advisor Andy Esser discusses optimism and the financial habits of GenNexters, young people between the ages of 18 and 34, in the aftermath of the Great Resignation, high inflation, and the COVID 19 pendemic.

The December 8th episode of Random History with Sidekick Harrison.

This time of the year -- with Thanksgiving and now Christmas -- can have a big focus on food, by having delicious meals and treats with family and friends. But this time of the year can also be stressful. And for some of us, that leads to stress eating. Dr. Angie Golden, a family nurse practitioner at the NP Obesity Treatment Clinic, talk to Rob Connett about how you can stay on track during the h...