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- 2053 - VB In The Middle - 1.15.20
Today's Topics: The one thing we learned from last night's CNN Democratic Debate was that they took sides when it came to the Warren-Bernie feud. NFL linebacker Luke Kuechly decided to retire at the age of 28; is this the type of football culture in the future where players are retiring at such early ages? Then today is the 11th anniversary of the "Miracle on the Hudson". In spirit of that we ask you if you've ever had a near death experience where you thought this was it, it's my time to go? Listeners had some wild and fascinating stories to share! We discuss all this including the "Stories We Love" & a "Flash of Lightning"!
Wed, 15 Jan 2020 - 2052 - VB in the Middle - 10.30.20
Today, the bulk of our show was discussing how Bobby Orr, legendary Boston hockey player, took out an ad in the Union Leader newspaper up in NH, endorsing President Trump. Additionally, Don Lemon explains on CNN how he had to part ways with multiple friends for their political views comparing them to "addicts" and saying they are "too far gone". Have you lost friends over their political views or yours? We also check in with Scott Whitley of Wicked Bites about Halloween candy and other dining updates. Also, we bring you October's Sound Bites of the Month! Hear the full show, here.
Fri, 30 Oct 2020 - 2051 - Sound Bites of the Month: October 2020
It's that time of the month again, the end of the month, and that means Sound Bites of the Month! What was the best sound from the month of October? VB and Lightning bring you the top 5 best sound bites from the month of October! This is always a fun, enjoyable segment to cap off the month. Find out the top 5 sound bites, here!
Fri, 30 Oct 2020 - 2050 - Wicked Bites with Scott Whitley - 10.30.20
Scott Whitley of Wicked Bites chats with VB about Halloween candy & treats the day before the big Halloween holiday. Additionally, he discusses NH's latest restaurant policy that requires patrons to share their name and addresses every time they dine out. Hear the full conversation, here.
Fri, 30 Oct 2020 - 2049 - Bobby Orr Endorses Trump in newspaper ad
Boston legendary hockey player, Bobby Orr, has taken out an ad in NH's Union Leader newspaper (a battleground state), endorsing President Trump and asking for you to consider voting for him. He does not mention Joe Biden or anything negative, just the reasons why he likes President Trump and hopes you vote for him as well. Does this shock you? Does this change your opinion of Bobby Orr in anyway? VB shares his thoughts on this and also brings you the latest from Don Lemon saying he has had to say goodbye to friends due to their political views that will not change. Has this happened to you? Have you lost friends or family members over politics? We discuss.
Fri, 30 Oct 2020 - 2048 - VB in the Middle - 10.29.20
Today's Topics: "Anonymous", the NY Times author of that 2018 op-ed criticizing President Trump from the perspective of an "insider", has been revealed as Miles Taylor, the former Chief of Staff for the Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen. Then, a RI family creates a candy catapult for Halloween; VB has some concerns about it. Also, COVID cases are rising; are we headed for another full blown shutdown? We discuss all of these topics on today's VB in the Middle!
Thu, 29 Oct 2020 - 2047 - COVID rises; are we headed for another shutdown?
COVID cases are on the rise not just in Massachusetts, but across the country as Dr. Fauci says things are going to get worse in the coming months. Are you concerned we are heading towards another full blown shutdown? Is that a definite if Joe Biden wins the Presidency? VB shares his thoughts and hears yours gripes about this COVID pandemic.
Thu, 29 Oct 2020 - 2046 - A RI family built a candy catapult for Halloween!
A Rhode Island family has come up with a creative way to distribute Halloween candy this year...a candy catapult! VB and Lightning disagree on this subject as VB finds some fault with it and Lightning thinks he needs to lighten up! Take a listen.
Thu, 29 Oct 2020 - 2045 - Anonymous Revealed
"Anonymous", The author of the NY Times Op-Ed criticizing President Trump, who was inside the Trump administration, has been revealed. Anonymous is Miles Taylor, the former Chief of Staff to the Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen. He wrote a criticizing op-ed back in 2018 claiming he was part of the "resistance" inside the Trump administration. VB discusses this new revelation and why he was not exposed sooner. He also dives into the original op-ed piece that "Anonymous" wrote.
Thu, 29 Oct 2020 - 2044 - VB in the Middle - 10.28.20
Today's Topics: VB first discusses the World Series win by the LA Dodgers and how one of it's players was pulled from the game midday due to testing positive for COVID. Then, VB gets into the Philadelphia shooting of an armed Black man at the hands of police to which riots ensued. Also, Kevin O'Connor, the Republican candidate running against Sen. Ed Markey for the Senate, checks in on his campaign leading up to election day. Additionally, National Press Secretary for the Trump campaign 2020, Hogan Gidley chats with VB on what the Trump campaign is doing and has been doing as we inch closer and closer to November 3rd. Hear the full show, here.
Wed, 28 Oct 2020 - 2043 - Hogan Gidley - 10.28.20
National Press Secretary for the Trump campaign 2020, Hogan Gidley, chats with VB about the Trump re-election campaign as we are just under one week from election day. How is he feeling about the election and what does he have to say about the Biden campaign? Hear the full conversation, here.
Wed, 28 Oct 2020 - 2042 - Kevin O'Connor - 10.28.20
Republican candidate running for Senate against Sen. Ed Markey, Kevin O'Connor joins VB to discuss his campaign and values as we inch closer and closer to election day. O'Connor also takes your calls and answers why you should consider him for Senate.
Wed, 28 Oct 2020 - 2041 - Philadelphia Shooting & Riots
This past Monday, police shot and fatally killed Walter Wallace, an African American male who was wielding a knife. Wallace refused to put the knife down after multiple attempts by police to get him to do so and he tragically lost his life after being shot. Since this Philly shooting, riots have erupted in the streets of Philadelphia. VB shares his thoughts on the shooting and the riots that ensued. Then he hears your thoughts on it, here.
Wed, 28 Oct 2020 - 2040 - VB in the Middle - 10.27.20Tue, 27 Oct 2020
- 2039 - John Paul Moran
John Paul Moran, Republican candidate for the Massachusetts 6th Congressional District, joins the show to discuss his campaign and why you should vote for him instead of Seth Moulton.
Tue, 27 Oct 2020 - 2038 - Secretary of Health and Human Services - Alex AzarTue, 27 Oct 2020
- 2037 - Evan Falchuk on Question Number 2 Regarding Ranked Choice Voting
Evan Falchuk joins the show to tell you and others to vote YES on Question 2 regarding bringing ranked choice voting to Massachusetts.
Tue, 27 Oct 2020 - 2036 - Patrick W. Griffin
Political analyst and founding Partner and CEO of Merrimack Potomac + Charles (MP+C), Patrick W. Griffin joins the show!
Tue, 27 Oct 2020 - 2035 - Anthony Amore on Question Number 2 Regarding Ranked Choice Voting
Anthony Amore joins the show to tell you and others to vote NO on Question 2 regarding bringing ranked choice voting to Massachusetts.
Tue, 27 Oct 2020 - 2034 - VB in the Middle - 10.26.20Mon, 26 Oct 2020
- 2033 - VB in the Middle - 10.23.20
Welcome back!
From the Hunter Biden laptop scandal to Kristen Welker's performance as the moderator, the final presidential debate of 2020 was FULL of key moments. What about it stood out to you? VB breaks down the debate from start to finish.
Also on this episode, Scott Wheatley from Wicked Bites talks sandwiches and the "Headless Rider" shares his crazy antics of riding around the town of Concord for nearly five years! You won't want to miss this.Fri, 23 Oct 2020 - 2032 - VB in the Middle - 10.22.20
Welcome back to VB in the Middle!
Have you noticed the new signs on the highway? DO NOT VISIT SALEM! The mayor says don't come and Charlie Baker agrees. Should we be worried about our own towns and trick or treating?
The Hunter Biden laptop scandal is the gift that keeps on giving. I thought it was Halloween, not Christmas! The media isn't talking about it, do you think the moderator of tonight's debate will talk about it?
The final presidential debate is tying a nice chaotic bow to the 2020 election. There is potential for fireworks, do you think it will deliver? Will each candidate be treated fairly? Tune in tomorrow to hear VB break it down so that you do not have to endure it.Thu, 22 Oct 2020 - 2031 - VB in the Middle - 10.21.20
Today's Topics: Sportscasters Joe Buck and Troy Aikman were caught on a hot mic criticizing the military's flyover at a Buccaneers and Packers game. Then, the town of Winthrop hired a COVID inspector to crack down on the amount of cases in the town; is this necessary? Also, Sgt. Mattingly, one of the officers involved in the Breonna Taylor case spoke to Michael Stratham on Good Morning America about the incident and what he would have done differently. We discuss all of this on today's VB in the Middle.
Wed, 21 Oct 2020 - 2030 - Sgt. Mattingly on GMA about what he would change in Breonna Taylor case
Sergeant Mattingly, one of the officers involved in the Breonna Taylor case, speaks to Michael Stratham of Good Morning America about the Breonna Taylor case from his viewpoint and what he would change about the incident. His answers to some of the Stratham's questions were very interesting. VB shares them with you and explains his thoughts on it.
Wed, 21 Oct 2020 - 2029 - Winthrop hires a COVID inspector!
The town of Winthrop has hired a COVID inspector to go around and inform the public about local regulations and remind people to wear masks. Is this a necessary job? Winthrop is now in the red zone with a higher number of COVID cases. VB and Lightning share their thoughts on Winthrop's hiring and hear yours as well. Would you be okay with an inspector in your town?
Wed, 21 Oct 2020 - 2028 - Sportscasters Joe Buck and Troy Aikman criticize military flyover
Sportscasters Joe Buck and Troy Aikman are caught on a hot mic criticizing the military flyover during the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Green Bay Packers game last weekend. Were their comments inappropriate enough for them to apologize and possibly be suspended? We learn Lightning's true feeling about Joe Buck and discuss the comments that have been now make public. Is Lightning right about Joe Buck and are the critical comments anti-military?
Wed, 21 Oct 2020 - 2027 - Joe Concha - 10.21.20
Joe Concha, political commentator for The Hill, joins VB on the sex scandal surrounding the political analyst for the New Yorker as well as CNN contributor, Jeffrey Toobin. Will he be back on the air? Then Concha weighs in on the controversy surrounding the audio of Sportscasters Joe Buck and Troy Aikman criticizing the military flyover at the Buccaneers and Packers game this past weekend.
Wed, 21 Oct 2020 - 2026 - VB in the Middle - 10.20.20
Today's Topics: CNN political analyst Jeffrey Toobin has been put on suspension after being caught exposing himself during a Zoom meeting with New Yorker staffers and WNYC. Do more people engage in this type of activity while remote working than originally thought? Then, the Commission on Presidential Debates has decided ahead of the 2nd presidential debate to mute each candidate while the other one is given the allotted 2 minutes to answer when a question is directed at them; is this a good or bad idea? Also, a NH ice cream shop has decided instead of insisting it's workers wear masks, they are just going to close their doors; do you have the owner's back in this decision or is it an overreaction? We discuss this all on today's "VB in the Middle".
Tue, 20 Oct 2020 - 2025 - NH ice cream shop closes over mask wearing
Roselynn Homemade Ice Cream in Epping, NH has decided to just close its doors after refusing to have its staff wear masks inside the shop. They say what happened to "Live Free or Die"? Someone called the Attorney General to complain about the lack of mask wearing and the AG told Roselynn's they need to do and gave them a week to come up with a plan. The owner decided to just close shop rather than require his employees wear masks. Do you agree with the owner's decision? We hear from some NH residents including Lightning on this one.
Tue, 20 Oct 2020 - 2024 - Mic Shutoffs for 2nd Presidential Debate
The Commission on Presidential Debates has announced there will be mic shutoffs during the 2nd debate between President Trump and former VP Joe Biden. Each candidate will have 2 minutes of uninterrupted time to answer the question presented to them while the other candidate has their mic shut off as to not have the same type of constant injecting as they did in the first debate. Each candidate will have an opportunity to respond after each 2 minutes is up. How do you feel about this move to shut off the mics? Do you think it's a good idea? VB shares his thoughts and hears yours.
Tue, 20 Oct 2020 - 2023 - Jeffrey Toobin gets caught exposing himself during Zoom meeting
CNN legal analyst Jeffrey Toobin has been put on suspension from the New Yorker for exposing himself performing in a sexual act during a Zoom call that took place between New Yorker staffers and WNYC. This has happened to other males in the public eye who have stimulated themselves in public or in a "public setting". Why is this more of an occurrence for men and not women? Do women not behave in the same way or are they smarter about it? Furthermore. is this type of behavior commonplace as BuzzFeed hinted at in their headlines today...?
Tue, 20 Oct 2020 - 2022 - Brittany Jennings fills in for VB - 10.19.20Mon, 19 Oct 2020
- 2021 - Things Lightning Learned This Week: Week of Oct. 12th
We bring you the segment featuring what Lightning learned this week! It was a week filled with cougar chases, political Town Halls, and Halloween candy discussions. Hear the top 3 things she learned this week, here.
Fri, 16 Oct 2020 - 2020 - VB in the Middle - 10.16.20
Today's Topics: VB breaks down both of last night's Town Halls on ABC with Joe Biden and on NBC with President Trump. He shows you the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly from each candidate and takes your calls on your reaction from each candidate last night. Then, we go bring you the "Things Lightning Learning This Week" as well as talk food with Scott Whitley. Hear the full show, here.
Fri, 16 Oct 2020 - 2019 - Scott Whitley of Wicked Bites - 10.16.20
Today Scott Whitley of Wicked Bites chats with VB about the discontinuation of TAB, the low calorie, first diet soda created. Additionally, Scott will be discussing delis this weekend on Wicked Bites! Find out more, here.
Fri, 16 Oct 2020 - 2018 - Trump's the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly from NBC's Town Hall
In lieu of the 2nd Presidential debate that was supposed to be held last evening but then got postponed due to the President getting COVID then refusing to do a virtual debate, Trump had a Town Hall on NBC. VB brings you the good, the bad, and the ugly moments from last night's Town Hall with President Trump. Take a listen!
Fri, 16 Oct 2020 - 2017 - Biden's the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly from ABC's Town Hall
Last night Democratic candidate for President Joe Biden had a Town Hall with ABC's George Stephanopoulos in lieu of the 2nd Presidential debate that got cancelled. VB ranks the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of Joe Biden's moments last night. Take a listen!
Fri, 16 Oct 2020 - 2016 - VB In The Middle - 10.15.20
It's a big boy Thursday and Tom Shattuck of the Lowell Sun joins the show in the 2pm hour, right in time for food talk. Coincidence?
Whether or not you think the Hunter Biden story is real, what is real is the Twitter is censoring the dissemination of the story. Citing a 2018 policy about Hacking and protecting the election, Twitter Safety and CEO Jack gave reasons why they were doing what they were doing. Do you believe them or is something nefarious underfoot?
VB attempted to pull a fast one on his wife, replacing a 'premium' brand of candy corn with a 'cheap' kind. It immediately backfired when she called him out after eating only one piece.
Do you know anybody who is that much of a food snob? Do you think it is a detailed sense of taste or are they crazy?
Also discussed: Marty Walsh, Amy Coney Barrett and Tommy LeeThu, 15 Oct 2020 - 2015 - Food Snobbery or Great Sense of Taste?
VB attempted to pull a fast one on his wife, replacing a 'premium' brand of candy corn with a 'cheap' kind. It immediately backfired when she called him out after eating only one piece.
Do you know anybody who is that much of a food snob? Do you think it is a detailed sense of taste or are they crazy?Thu, 15 Oct 2020 - 2014 - Twitter Censoring the NY Post Story About Hunter Biden
Whether or not you think the Hunter Biden story is real, what is real is that Twitter is censoring the dissemination of the story. Citing a 2018 policy about Hacking and protecting the election, Twitter Safety and CEO Jack gave reasons why they were doing what they were doing. Do you believe them or is something nefarious underfoot?
Thu, 15 Oct 2020 - 2013 - VB In The Middle - 10.14.20
Nancy Pelosi was on with Wolf Blitzer and boy, it did not go well. The House Speaker attacked Wolf, calling him a Republican apologist, for having the audacity to bring up that members of her own caucus want to accept the $1.8 trillion dollar deal. Pelosi went on to personally insult California Congressman Ro Khanna and Andrew Yang by name for saying that the people need the money now.
Way to be for the people Nance.
A leak appeared online with photos and emails that are said to be from a laptop that Hunter Biden never picked up from a computer repair shop and boy are they bad. Ukraine, Joe Biden, crack pipes and more, its a gift bag of material for Trump and the GOP. Is this the final shot that will sink the Biden campaign?
Today's Flash has the Halloween spirit right off the bat featuring a ghost pepper donut from Dunkin! Would you buy several tacos from Taco Bell for $200? One man on Facebook hopes you will! Kraft Mac'n'cheese got in trouble because of an ad campaign asking for...Noods?
Last up, VB has a special treat that he will only open on a special occasion, tune in to hear what odd thing he would eat if the Falcons win the Super Bowl!
Also discussed: Sexual Preferences and CDC frowning upon holiday gatherings.Wed, 14 Oct 2020 - 2012 - Flash of Lightning: Food Edition
Today's Flash has the Halloween spirit right off the bat featuring a ghost pepper donut from Dunkin! Would you buy several tacos from Taco Bell for $200? One man on Facebook hopes you will! Kraft Mac'n'cheese got in trouble because of an ad campaign asking for...Noods?
Last up, VB has a special treat that he will only open on a special occasion, tune in to hear what odd thing he would eat if the Falcons win the Super Bowl!Wed, 14 Oct 2020 - 2011 - Alleged Hunter Biden Laptop is Going to Cause Huge Issues for his Father
A leak appeared online with photos and emails that are said to be from a laptop that Hunter Biden never picked up from a computer repair shop and boy are they bad. Ukraine, Joe Biden, crack pipes and more, its a gift bag of material for Trump and the GOP. Is this the final shot that will sink the Biden campaign?
Wed, 14 Oct 2020 - 2010 - Pelosi calls CNN and Wolf Blitzer Republican Apologists
Nancy Pelosi was on with Wolf Blitzer and boy, it did not go well. The House Speaker attacked Wolf, calling him a Republican apologist, for having the audacity to bring up that members of her own caucus want to accept the $1.8 trillion dollar deal. Pelosi went on to personally insult California Congressman Ro Khanna and Andrew Yang by name for saying that the people need the money now.
Way to be for the people Nance.Wed, 14 Oct 2020 - 2009 - VB discusses your most terrifying wildlife encounters
A viral video features a hiker who came across four baby cougars, only to engage in a long standoff with its aggressive cougar parent. VB is so terrified by this video, he wants to know if you've got similar experiences. Cows and owls and sharks and bald eagles, oh my!
Tue, 13 Oct 2020 - 2008 - A new poll revealing the favorite candies of each U.S. state seems a bit off
Are Granite Staters head over heels for Circus Peanuts? Is the Bay State all about Junior Mints? Can VB even pronounce "Junior Mints"? Circus Peanuts may be bad, but would you rather that than razorblade-filled pizza dough?
Tue, 13 Oct 2020 - 2007 - Amy Coney Barrett takes questions in Day 2 of her SCOTUS confirmation hearing
Sheldon Whitehouse stutters through an interrogation about "dark money" and drops his placards. Dick Durbin is angry about judicial findings in favor of gun rights. All the Democrats seem to think the ACA saves all the lives and we all die if it goes away. These are just a few of the embarrassingly performative "questions" the Senate Judiciary Committee has been launching at Amy Coney Barrett. It's almost too much for VB to bear, so he enlists some help from Joe Concha of The Hill to make some sense of the circus.
Tue, 13 Oct 2020 - 2006 - VB In The Middle - 10.13.20
VB faces the ridiculous questions of Senate Judiciary Committee Democrats to Judge Amy Coney Barrett. He gets some help from The Hill's Joe Concha. Something's wrong with a new poll that claims Circus Peanuts are New Hampshire's favorite candy. A viral video shows a hiker nearly getting poached by a cougar, so VB wants to hear all your scariest wildlife encounter stories.
Tue, 13 Oct 2020 - 2005 - VB In The Middle - 10.12.20
Amy Coney Barrett's SCOTUS nomination hearing begins. It's Columbus Day today, or is it Indigenous People's Day? Joe Biden is still confused about everything. Gal Gadot is the new Cleopatra. Joe Anderson from SHP Financial joins us. VB is back from vacation with a full plate!
Mon, 12 Oct 2020 - 2004 - Gal Gadot casted to play Cleopatra in upcoming biopic
A new biopic in production on the life of Cleopatra is generating controversy for its decision to cast Gal Gadot in the main role. Is she too white to play Cleopatra? Is her status as an Israeli national a problem, or is such an assertion anti-semetic? Is there any chance her performance can outdo that of the legendary Elizabeth Taylor?
Mon, 12 Oct 2020 - 2003 - Activists call to change name of Columbus Day & remove MFA sculpture
Boston's woke are at it again, celebrating Columbus Day by calling for its name change to "Indigenous People's Day". Additionally, they're also calling for the removal of the Cyrus Dallin sculpture "Appeal To The Great Spirit" from the grounds of the MFA. Are they right, or are they off the reservation?
Mon, 12 Oct 2020 - 2002 - Amy Coney Barrett's SCOTUS nomination hearing begins
As the Senate Judiciary Committee begins its confirmation hearings for Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court, what's with all the grandstanding in the senators' "opening statements"? Is Sen. Ben Sasse right to scold the committee for confusing the nation's 8th grade civics class students? What's with all the fearmongering over the Affordable Care Act? Finally, as Joe Biden continues to dodge questions on court packing, the name of Sen. Mitt Romney seems to escape him.
Mon, 12 Oct 2020 - 2001 - Joe Anderson of SHP Financial - 10.12.20
VB speaks with Joe Anderson of SHP Financial on Donald Trump and Joe Biden's plans for taxes, Social Security and healthcare, and their effects on the forthcoming election. Text SHP to 21000 or visit shpfinancial.com to schedule a complimentary virtual review from SHP Financial.
Mon, 12 Oct 2020 - 2000 - Vinnie Penn fills in for VB - 10.8.20
Vinnie Penn fills in for VB and discusses the Vice President Debate. He discusses his thoughts with you and who you think won. Jam packed show today with guests: John Hayward, Joshua Johnson, David Bossey and Merrick Rosenberg!
Thu, 08 Oct 2020 - 1999 - Brittany Jennings fills in for VB - 10.7.20
Brittany Jennings fills in for VB once again, previewing tonight's Vice Presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Mike Pence.
She discusses with callers COVID, Trump's tweeting and whether Congress should focus on SCOTUS or stimulus relief first.Wed, 07 Oct 2020 - 1998 - Brittany Jennings fills in for VB - 10.6.20
Brittany Jennings talks with you in VB's absence on President Trump's resurgence from contracting COVID-19. As Trump calls for Americans not to let the virus dominate them, his statements draw ire from the usual suspects in media as well as a couple of our own callers who feel COVID-19 is still very much something to deeply fear. In the midst of this raging debate on fearlessness vs. caution, Trump 2020 Strategic Communications Director Mark Lotter joins us to add his take and to keep us abreast on the latest developments as the president considers returning to the campaign trail in person. The Brittany Jennings Show airs Saturday evenings 5-8 PM on WRKO.
Tue, 06 Oct 2020 - 1997 - Brittany Jennings fills in for VB - 10.5.20
Brittany Jennings kicks off a (nearly) full week filling in for VB with a full focus on President Trump's apparent recovery from a positive COVID-19 test. As the president completes arrangements for his discharge from Walter Reed Medical Center, Brittany chats with you about Trump's health and perseverance, many of the bizarre reactions in the media to the news, and the prickly comments of one individual who's not quite fond of the Donald. The Brittany Jennings Show airs Saturday evenings 5-8 PM on WRKO.
Mon, 05 Oct 2020 - 1996 - Things Lightning Learned This Week - Week of Sept. 28th
Lightning and VB review what she's learned this week about Anton Khudobin, Jimmy Carter's rabbit attack, and how VB needs to "put a sock in it and put on his listening ears" according to one particularly nippy caller! IT'S A RHETORICAL QUESTION!!!
Fri, 02 Oct 2020 - 1995 - President Trump and the First Lady test positive for COVID-19
President Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, White House Advisor Hope Hicks, Sen. Mike Lee and other political figures seem to have simultaneously received positive COVID test results. VB chats with you about what this means for the fast-approaching election. Is this a ploy to keep Trump and Biden from having to debate again? How might have Trump contracted the virus? What does Chrissy Tiegen have to do with all of this?
Fri, 02 Oct 2020 - 1994 - VB In The Middle - 10.2.20
VB digs into the bombshell news of President Trump, Melania Trump, Hope Hicks, Sen. Mike Lee and other political figures' nearly simultaneous positive COVID test results. Scott Whitley of Wicked Bites joins us as well and Lightning reveals what she's learned this week!
Fri, 02 Oct 2020 - 1993 - Scott Whitley of Wicked Bites - 10.2.20
VB chats with Scott Whitley of Wicked Bites on the latest in COVID news, local reopening processes, pumpkin flavored stuff and steak tips! Wicked Bites Radio airs Sundays 10 AM-Noon on WRKO.
Fri, 02 Oct 2020 - 1992 - VB in the Middle - 10.01.20
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill that would establish a task force to study and make recommendations on reparations for slavery.
How on earth is this going to turn out?
Today is Jimmy Carter's 96th birthday! Ella the Wise, VB's daughter, joins the show to share some fun facts about the former President.
Listen now and see if you know them all!
Boston has entered the COVID Red Zone and instead of a touchdown like in football, we are looking at another lockdown.
Can the state or country handle another economic blow this large?
Do we need another lockdown yet?
It's that time again, time for Sound Bites of the Month! We wrap up the month in sound and bring you the top 5 best sound bites from the month of September.
Lightning and VB disagreed heavily this time around, and VB may have already found a top 5 for next month as well!
Like what you hear? Follow @VBtheWise on Twitter to absorb more of VB's wisdom.Thu, 01 Oct 2020 - 1991 - Sound Bites of the Month: September 2020
It's that time again, time for Sound Bites of the Month! We wrap up the month in sound and bring you the top 5 best sound bites from the month of September.
Lightning and VB disagreed heavily this time around, and VB may have already found a top 5 for next month as well!Thu, 01 Oct 2020 - 1990 - COVID Red Zone may mean another lockdown
Boston has entered the COVID Red Zone and instead of a touchdown like in football, we are looking at another lockdown.
Can the state or country handle another economic blow this large?
Do we need another lockdown yet?Thu, 01 Oct 2020 - 1989 - Jimmy Carter fun facts with Ella the Wise
Today is Jimmy Carter's 96th birthday! Ella the Wise, VB's daughter, joins the show to share some fun facts about the former President.
Listen now and see if you know them all!Thu, 01 Oct 2020 - 1988 - Reparations
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill that would establish a task force to study and make recommendations on reparations for slavery.
How on earth is this going to turn out?
VB takes your thoughts and calls on reparations; listen now!Thu, 01 Oct 2020 - 1987 - VB in the Middle - 9.30.20
VB discusses the first Presidential Debate of the 2020 election and boy did it go off the rails fast. Barbs were thrown, mud was slung, and Chris Wallace was more of a bystander than a moderator. Can you even call this a debate? Will there be more? If so, are the rules going to be changed?
Like what you hear?
Follow @VBtheWise on Twitter to get his wisdom 24/7!Wed, 30 Sep 2020 - 1986 - VB in the Middle - 9.29.20
The Presidential debate is upon us this evening and we discuss all that is and will be occurring on the debate stage this evening. VB presents some of his prop bets to you, Lightning showcases her presidential debate drinking game, and we hear from you on what types of questions will be asked on each candidate. Do you think one candidate will come out stronger? Then if you had one question to ask each candidate, what would it be? We discuss all that is leading up to tonight's presidential debate, here on VB in the Middle.
Tue, 29 Sep 2020 - 1985 - Presidential debate night is upon us
Tonight is the Presidential debate between President Trump and former Vice President, Joe Biden. What type of fireworks will go off? VB has prop bets he shares with you and asks if given the chance, what question would you ask each candidate? Additionally, Lightning has a drinking game for the debate! Listen to the full conversation, here.
Tue, 29 Sep 2020 - 1984 - Hogan Gidley - 9.29.20
National Press Secretary for the Trump Campaign, Hogan Gidley joins VB to discuss tonight's presidential debate. How are they getting ready? Will the President wear a mask? Is Hogan nervous about the debate? Hear the full conversation, here.
Tue, 29 Sep 2020 - 1983 - VB in the Middle - 9.28.20
Today's show is about two topics that dominated this past weekend and that is President Trump finally nominated someone for SCOTUS and his pick is Judge Amy Coney Barrett. Those on the left take aim with Judge Barrett's religious views, thinking it will affect her ruling on the court; do you take aim with her in anyway? The second topic is that the New York Times released President Trump's tax returns from over a 2 decade period. The results are that Trump has paid $750 in taxes in both 2016 and 2017; does that bother you and do you think these findings will affect this year's election in anyway? We discuss both these topics today on VB in the Middle.
Mon, 28 Sep 2020 - 1982 - Trump nominated Judge Amy Coney Barrett for SCOTUS
President Trump has officially nominated Judge Amy Coney Barrett for SCOTUS. Democrats are not happy about this and take aim with her staunch Christian beliefs, feeling that it will affect her ruling on the Supreme Court. Do you have any reason to believe based on her history and record that her beliefs should be reason for concern? VB shares his thoughts and hears yours on the new SCOTUS nomination.
Mon, 28 Sep 2020 - 1981 - The NY Times releases Trump tax returns
The New York Times put out an expose revealing Trump's tax returns over a 2 decade period. Will these results affect the election in anyway? The findings are that in 2016 and 2017 President Trump paid $750 in taxes. President Trump has found many tax loopholes that are indeed legal. The question is if you are bothered by this and think tax rules need to be changed where millionaires are required to pay more. VB shares his thoughts on if this "passes the smell test" or not and hears from you on whether you take aim with this...
Mon, 28 Sep 2020 - 1980 - VB in the Middle - 9.25.20
Today's Topics: Governor Baker weighs in on the possibility of Trump not having a "peaceful transfer of power" in the event Biden wins the nomination. President Trump tweeted back calling Charlie a rhino and saying there is mail in voter fraud. Then, Charles Barkley and Shaq are criticized for their comments regarding the Breonna Taylor verdict. Also, we discuss movies that made you cry! Scott Whitley talks to us about food and lastly Lightning brings us the things she's learning this week on the program. Hear all of this on today's show, here.
Fri, 25 Sep 2020 - 1979 - Things Lightning Learned This Week - Week of Sept. 21st
Another week has past and Lightning shares with us the things she learned this week on the program. This segment is a more light hearted tongue and cheek type of "things learned" segment. Find out what she learned this week, here!
Fri, 25 Sep 2020 - 1978 - Scott Whitley of Wicked Bites - 9.25.20
Scott Whitley of Wicked Bites chats with VB on National Lobster Day! What is your favorite lobster dish and where is the best restaurant to get it at? Scott shares some tips!
Fri, 25 Sep 2020 - 1977 - Movies That Made You Cry
This week, Gale Sayers passed away. He is known for being an NFL player who played with Brian Piccolo. His popularity rose when his character was portrayed in the movie Brian's Song. That movie really touched VB and made him cry. With that being said, we ask you, what is a movie that was an absolute tear jerker for you?
Fri, 25 Sep 2020 - 1976 - Charles Barkley on Breonna Taylor verdict
Charles Barkley and Shaq were speaking on TNT during the NBA playoffs about the Breonna Taylor verdict that came out this week. Barkley expressed that he does not think you can compare the Taylor case to that of George Floyd because Breonna's boyfriend first shot at police. Shag was criticized for agreeing with that statement and that the police were just doing their job. Both men are getting criticized for their statements on a network covering NBA, which is a league very much all in on everything Black Lives Matter. VB shares his thoughts and hears yours.
Fri, 25 Sep 2020 - 1975 - Baker vs. Trump
Governor Baker spoke out about President Trump's lack of a potential "peaceful transfer of power" and was critical of the President. President Trump tweeted out about the governor this morning calling him a rhino and that there is cases of fraud with mail in voting and that Charlie is wrong. We discuss the idea of a potential "peaceful transfer of power" if Biden is elected and whether you really believe Trump could refuse to leave if things turned out fairly.
Fri, 25 Sep 2020 - 1974 - VB in the Middle - 9.24.20
Today's Topics: reports say that excessive black licorice consumption killed a man! Then, two police officers in Louisville were shot during protests that took place last evening after the Breonna Taylor verdict was announced yesterday afternoon. VB goes over a timeline of the Breonna Taylor shooting and discusses false claims that have now been sorted out. Also, the media has gone wild over President Trump's refusal to comment or commit to a "peaceful" transfer of power if and when Biden is elected president. We discuss all these topics on today's show and hear your thoughts on them.
Thu, 24 Sep 2020 - 1973 - Concerns over Trump's potential transfer of power
Media outlets are going wild after President Trump refused to comment on or commit to a "peaceful' transfer of power. Trump has concerns over mail in voting and voter fraud. If President Trump loses, do you think he will have a "peaceful" transfer of power with Biden? For that matter if Biden lost, how do you think he would handle it? We discuss.
Thu, 24 Sep 2020 - 1972 - Breonna Taylor shooting timeline
A decision was made in Kentucky regarding charges in the Breonna Taylor case. No officers were directly charged with her death. Protesters took to the streets last night and two Louisville Metro officers were shot. Both officers are expected to recover. We discuss the timeline of events in the Breonna Taylor case, which played a major role in the charges or lack there of in this case. We also dive into which claims were proven false based on the new information in the timeline, witness accounts, and records. VB breaks it down, shares his thoughts, and hears yours.
Thu, 24 Sep 2020 - 1971 - Reports say black licorice killed a man!
Reports have come out that a Massachusetts construction worker died from excessive eating of black licorice over a couple weeks period. The man was consuming a bag and a half everyday for a couple weeks. Turns out studies reveal that licorice root extract and licorice drain your potassium levels to a dangerous level as well as increase your blood pressure. The man's heart gave out. This is a rare deadly case. VB takes fault with some of this story and discusses his gripe with it!
Thu, 24 Sep 2020 - 1970 - VB in the Middle - 9.23.20
Today's Topics: Governor Baker loosens COVID restrictions on restaurants, allowing up to 10 people at a table instead of the previous 6 as well as bar food service. Then, the charges are released in the Breonna Taylor case down in Kentucky. The findings are that no officer will be charged directly in Taylor's death. One office was charged with 3 counts of wanton endangerment for the shooting. We cover the breaking news as it's happening. VB shares his thoughts and hears yours on all the latest, here.
Wed, 23 Sep 2020 - 1969 - Charges released in the Breonna Taylor case
Today, Kentucky announced the charges (or lack of) in the Breonna Taylor case. No officer will be directly charged with her death. Additionally, one officer has been charged with three counts of wanton endangerment in the shooting. Will people take to the streets to protest this result tonight? We cover Kentucky's Attorney General live as he addresses the latest decision in this case and reveals to the public that this was not a "no knock warrant", police announced their presence. VB shares his thoughts on the case and hears yours.
Wed, 23 Sep 2020 - 1968 - Gov. Baker loosens COVID restrictions for restaurants
Massachusetts Governor Baker loosens COVID restrictions for restaurants allowing table service to extend to 10 people per table. Additionally, bar service will be allowed where food is served and there will be no standing room allowed, only seated tables in bar service areas. We discuss the latest from the Baker administration.
Wed, 23 Sep 2020 - 1967 - VB in the Middle - 9.22.20
Today's Topics: Sen. Romney has informed the public that he is indeed ready to vote on a SCOTUS nominee if one is presented. Then, Marc Lotter, the Press Secretary for VP Mike Pence as well as the Director of Strategic Communications for the Trump/Pence campaign joins VB on VP Pence's trip to NH today, filling the SCOTUS vacancy, the campaign, and more. Also, what is the best sports game you ever attended and will forever remember? We discuss all of this on today's show.
Tue, 22 Sep 2020 - 1966 - Best Sports Game You Attended
What was the best sports game you ever attended and will forever remember? The Las Vegas Raiders had their first open game last night and due to COVID-19, no one was able to be in the stands. Under normal circumstances, attending that game would have been a once in a lifetime thing to attend. With that in mind, we ask you, what is a sports game you have the privilege of attending and will forever remember? We hear your stories, here!
Tue, 22 Sep 2020 - 1965 - Marc Lotter - 9.22.20
Marc Lotter, the Director of Strategic Communications for the Trump Campaign as well as the Press Secretary for VP Mike Pence, joins VB on the day VP Pence is up visiting New Hampshire campaigning for re-election. Lotter discusses the campaign, new SCOTUS process, the upcoming presidential debate, and more with VB. Listen to the full conversation, here.
Tue, 22 Sep 2020 - 1964 - VB in the Middle - 9.21.20
Today's Topics: Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg passed away at the age of 87; should her replacement be decided before or after the election? Then, Ellen DeGeneres addresses the rumored workplace toxicity at her show. Also, What is a sports superstition you have? We discuss all of this on today's show!
Mon, 21 Sep 2020 - 1963 - Sports superstitions
Tyler Seguin of the Dallas Stars has an interesting superstition...he needs to be the last person off the ice! With that being said, what is a superstition you have playing or watching sports? We hear some wild ones from people! Take a listen!
Mon, 21 Sep 2020 - 1962 - Ellen addresses workplace toxicity
Ellen DeGeneres has started her 18th season by addressing the rumored workplace toxicity that has existed at the show in the past. She apologized and explained the situation. Were you impressed with her apology speech and addressing this workplace toxicity? We bring you her apology, here.
Mon, 21 Sep 2020 - 1961 - RBG passes; who will fill the seat?
Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg passed away at the age of 87. That means one seat is open on the highest court in the country. Republicans want to get the ball rolling quickly while the Democrats want to delay the process until after the election. We discuss the scramble that is going on in the Senate, who President Trump is recommending to fill the seat, and hear your take on it all.
Mon, 21 Sep 2020 - 1960 - VB in the Middle - 9.18.20
Today's Topics: Joe Biden was speaking during last night's CNN Town Hall Drive-In where he made some false statements; VB discusses those statements. Then, President Trump signs an executive order to start the 1776 commission, which is an initiative to give students more education about American history; is this needed? Also, today is the 50th anniversary of the death of rocker Jimi Hendrix; with that we ask you what's a musician that's passed that you wish you got more from? Then Scott Whitley talks ice cream with us! Hear the full show, here!
Fri, 18 Sep 2020 - 1959 - Scott Whitley of Wicked Bites - 9.18.20
Scott Whitley of Wicked Bites talks to VB live from Benson's Ice Cream in Boxford! He has the owner on the program to talk about the process that goes into making their homemade ice cream flavors. Hear the full conversation, here!
Fri, 18 Sep 2020 - 1958 - Musicians you wish were still alive
Today is the 50th anniversary of the death of Jimi Hendrix. He died at 27 and is part of the infamous "27 Club". We ask you, who is a musician who died too young and you feel could have given us so much more? VB says Jim Morrison. Lightning says Amy Winehouse. Who do you say?
Fri, 18 Sep 2020 - 1957 - Trump creates 1776 Commission
President Trump has signed and Executive Order establishing a national commission to promote patriotic education called the "1776 Commission." This is an effort to educate our students on American history. Do you think this is a good idea by the President and is it much needed? VB shares his thoughts and hears yours.
Fri, 18 Sep 2020 - 1956 - Biden blames Trump for COVID deaths
During his CNN Town Hall, Joe Biden blamed President Trump for the COVID deaths in this country and said if Trump did his job from the beginning all the people would still be alive. VB asks where the data is on that statement from Biden. Furthermore Biden made some other false statements last night that VB comments on here in our segments. Take a listen.
Fri, 18 Sep 2020 - 1955 - VB in the Middle - 9.17.20
Today's Topics: Michael Graham of the NH Journal joins VB on his latest column about NH Dems not standing for the anthem at their final House session and more. Then, tell us your experiences thus far with remote learning at home; the VB household is not off to a great start. Also, one woman helped her dad's taco truck business in a big way; what is the nicest thing you ever did for your parents? Additionally, Eric Trump joins VB on his father's re-election campaign and more. Hear the full show, here.
Thu, 17 Sep 2020 - 1954 - Eric Trump - 9.17.20
Eric Trump, the son of President Trump, joins VB to discuss his father's re-election campaign as he is currently up in NH campaigning for his father. In addition, they talk about the recent brokered peace deal between Israel and the UAE. Hear the full conversation, here.
Thu, 17 Sep 2020
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