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The State That Loves Candy
Montana is buying HI-CHEW at +616% above the national average. It’s also popular in Washington state, Oregon, and Alaska. And Louisiana is seriously into Tootsie Pops (+141%). They’re also big in Michigan, Alabama, South Carolina, and Delaware. Here are some other state’s favorites, relative to the rest of the country: Sour Patch Kids: New York, Florida, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, and Rhode Island. Skittles: Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Georgia. Twizzlers: North Dakota, Missouri, Wisconsin, and Maryland. Haribo Goldbears: California, Hawaii, and also Washington D.C. M&M’s: Iowa, New Hampshire, and Vermont. Swedish Fish: Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Snickers: Kansas and Mississippi. Hershey’s Milk Chocolate: Virginia and North Carolina. Candy Corn: Colorado and Wyoming.
Haunts For Hire
Now there are people and small businesses in most areas that will handle your decorations for you . . . for a price, of course. You can hire people to deck out your porch in pumpkins to prepare for trick-or-treaters. A woman in Texas named Heather Torres has a small business called Porch Pumpkins, which charges between $350 and $1,650 to do this for people. She does more than 1,300 homes per year . . . and the packages don’t even involve carving intricate jack-o-lanterns, they’re just regular pumpkins. Heather started the business back in 2020, and one report says the company rakes in over $100K per year, despite mainly operating across the fall months. And she also sells “coaching sessions” to help other people around the country start THEIR porch pumpkin “concierge” business.
Would You Walk through A Cemetary?
A new poll online asked, “You are asked to cross a large cemetery . . . in the middle of the night. What do you take with you?” (And sadly, “A friend who’s slower than you” was NOT one of the options.) (???)
64% said they’d do it with a LIGHT: A flashlight, a headlamp, or a torch.
10% said they’d do it with a WEAPON: A gun, a knife, or a club of some kind.
1% said they’d do it with a RELIGIOUS SYMBOL: A cross, or holy water.
17% said they’d do it without ANYTHING. No big deal.
And 6% said they would REFUSE to do it, no matter what they had.
You can usually tell what’s popular by what people wear for Halloween. “Reader’s Digest” put together a list of the most popular Halloween costume for every year from 1950 to 2005.
1953: Mickey Mouse
1954: Batman
1957: Frankenstein’s Monster
1965: Sonny Bono and Cher
1967: Morticia Addams from “The Addams Family”
1969: Astronaut
1971: Willy Wonka
1975: Dr. Frank-N-Furter from “The Rocky Horror Picture Show”
1978: Michael Myers from “Halloween”
1981: “Indiana Jones”
1984: Madonna
1988: “Beetlejuice”
1989: “Ghostbusters”
1993: “Power Rangers”
1996: The Spice Girls
1998: Ghostface from “Scream”
2000: Britney Spears
2001: Harry Potter and Hermione Granger
2002: “Spider-Man”
2005: Darth Vader
The Other 52% Of Attention Seekers!
47% of people say the possibility of becoming somebody’s viral “online content” has reduced their ability to “relax and be themselves in public.”According to a new poll, 47% of people say the possibility of becoming “online content” has reduced their ability to “relax and be themselves in public.” 31% say they avoid “showing strong emotions or opinions” . . . 30% avoid “dancing” . . . and 29% avoid “acting silly or telling jokes.” Gen Z’ers are most likely to be worried about it . . . possibly because they’re the most aware of how ANYTHING can gain traction on TikTok.
And there are ramifications. The fear of going viral is influencing social participation across generations . . . with about 20% of people overall admitting they have avoided a social gathering with friends, or bars and nightlife, just because they don’t want “an unwanted viral moment.”
If you’re in a happy relationship, would it matter if your partner wasn’t “THE ONE”?
In a new survey, 20% of people in relationships say they don’t believe their partner is their “one true love.”
The average person THINKS they have found “the one” TWICE . . . before realizing they were wrong. 33% say they’ve been wrong even more than that.
And 17% believe there could be multiple soulmates in a lifetime . . . so there’s more to discover than just ONE needle in a haystack.
Gen X is the generation most likely to believe in ONE soulmate, while Gen Z is the most open-minded about the love connections who might be out there.
The average single person has not been on a “good date” for nearly one-and-a-half YEARS, and the top hurdles are: “Ghosting” culture . . . social media setting unrealistic expectations . . . and dates not matching their online profiles.
A new poll asked people, “What is your biggest regret in life most related to?”.
22% said “I don’t have any big regrets.” Which is a GOOD thing, I guess.
15% said their biggest regret is related to “romantic relationships.”
10% said “career or work.”
8% said “family relationships.”
7% said “money.”
6% said “education.”
5% said “children.”
4% said “friendships.”
4% said “health.”
And 8% said “something else.”
Dirty Pumpkin!
A woman on TikTok is warning parents about a pumpkin decoration called “Jabberin’ Jack” that sings a RAUNCHY song. Here’s her recording of it. The company says it was meant to be “humorous,” but they will cut it from future versions.
Dew the Dew Poo
A man in Kansas City had to be rescued after he got stuck inside a portable toilet. He told rescuers that he was trying to retrieve something he had dropped inside it. What was so important? Here’s a spokesperson.
Dead To Us
A family in New York City mourning the loss of their father was shocked when they went to attend his wake and instead found a stranger lying inside his coffin. Here is the man’s son, Jose Luis Diaz, talking about what is happening with the funeral home.
Only In Florida
A shirtless man went into a Florida Taco Bell, and when someone called him a “meth head”, he claimed to be an electrician, and threatened to turn the power off. He then went outside, there was a loud pop, and the lights went out.
Ladies Want Men To Stop
A woman on TikTok is going viral for literally crying about how upsetting it is to see MEN wearing flip-flops. She says, “Can men please stop wearing flip-flops? It’s really gross.”
Back Seat Mom
The internet is debating a viral video, where a young man’s mother kicks his girlfriend out of the front seat, because she’s “not sitting in the back.” Some say the mom was out of line, others say elders get priority. What do you think? Here is how it all happened.
Mom Vs Mini Bike
here’s the 58-year-old woman named Wendy Clemente in Washington state was arrested after driving down a sidewalk chasing after a kid on a motor bike. Thankfully, the child wasn’t hurt. Police say she was under the influence of something. Here’s a neighbor recording the entire incident.
Hot & Weird Names For 2026!
The Social Security Administration just released its latest baby name data, and there are some interesting trends. Here are some of the wildest ones:
1. The name “Maverick” is now more popular than “Thomas.”
2. “Genesis” is more popular than “Sophie.”
3. And “Nova” is more popular than “Grace.”
4. One of the fastest-rising girl names is “Icelynn” . . . and the fastest-rising boy name is “Truce.” Some other names that are picking up steam are: “Halo” and “Honey.”
5. The name “Messiah” is more popular than “Patrick”.
6. “Sarah” peaked in popularity in 1993 as the third most popular girl name in the country . . . but has now slipped to #95.
7. And the name “Donald” continues to fall. It ranked just 672nd last year, behind the name “Sincere.”
Too Much Taylor
A girl named Gray Connors went viral last year for sounding like Taylor Swift with her cover of “The Fate of Ophelia”. She says she’s been getting a lot of hate online for it and has been accused of faking her voice. She says, quote, “It’s definitely gotten to me, but it’s also pushed me to want to work harder and prove people wrong. “Especially because there are those Taylor comparisons, I’m trying to find my unique sound.” (What do you think? Here are her covers of “The Fate of Ophelia” and “You Belong with Me“.) (And here’s an original called “These Days“.)
What’s In Your Closet From The 2000’s?
A website has put out a list of 10 things from the 2000s that are now “collectible and valuable” . . . and it’s a bunch of junk that pretty much EVERYONE probably has packed away in their closet.
1. Tour merch. T-shirts, tour jackets, and other stuff from bands and artists.
2. iPhones. They can be really valuable if they’re still sealed, which would be strange to have, but even your used ones could be “well worth holding onto.”
3. iPods. Believe it or not, kids these days think old iPods are super hip.
4. Gaming Consoles. Like a Nintendo 64, especially if it’s in pristine condition.
5. First Editions. Like the original run of the “Harry Potter” books. As usual, the real money is in the mint condition copies, but ANY original is cool.
6. Pokémon Cards. This one is obvious. And your old collection may have a few unexpectedly-rare gems.
7. Tamagotchi. The “virtual pets” that were all the rage 20 to 30 years ago.
8. Lego Sets. Also not shocking, but you may not think about the old ones in your basement being worth something.
9. DVDs. Physical media is booming once again . . . with interest in CDs, vinyl LPs, Blu-rays, and DVDs all leading the way. Everyone has an old copy of “The Matrix” . . . but the less common titles and box sets may be sought after.
10. VHS. This is hard to believe . . . because even VHS players can be hard to find anymore . . . but supposed
Take A Digital Break To Get Smart Again
A new study says stepping away from your phone for just two weeks could rewind your brain by about ten years. After the study, researchers found those who digitally detoxed had better focus and less anxiety.
Hear Jesus For 1.99 A Minute
There is a tech startup that just launched a new chatbot that allows people to talk to an A.I. avatar of Jesus. It costs $1.99 per minute to use. Here is one person asking the A.I. Jesus a question.
Chick Fil A Hates Viral Videos With Swears
Social media feels like a regular part of life now, so it’s easy to lose sight of the CONSEQUENCES of posting something . . . especially when it comes to your job. Chick-fil-A reportedly fired an entire shift of eight workers, after they posted a TikTok of them performing a choreographed dance. The employees were in the store in the video, and in uniform . . . although the employees claim it was done after they closed. (Complex / Bored Panda)
Barbie Nightmare House
A Barbie Dream Fest in Fort Lauderdale, Florida was such a disappointment, that attendees are comparing it to that awful Wonka experience in Scotland . . . and even Fyre Fest. (Full Story)
Quicksand Tips
Thousands of acres are becoming soupy and creating Quicksand issues, and Brian remembers his incident with Quick-mud, the nastier cousin of Quicksand!
Know A Conversational Narcissist?
“Conversational narcissism” is when someone turns every conversation back to themselves. A professor of psychiatry said it’s like a game of catch where one person never throws the ball back.Here are the biggest signs experts say to watch for:
1. The “Shift Response” . . . It’s where you share something, and they immediately shift it to themselves. No follow up questions, just right back to talking about them.
2. The “Pretending to Listen” Look . . . You can tell they’re not really listening. They’re just waiting for your mouth to stop moving so they can jump in.
3. The “Constant One-Upper” . . . This person is the worst. Whether you have good news or bad news, they’ll always top it.
If you’re ever unsure, just ask yourself this one question: Do you feel drained after? Because if you walk away feeling exhausted or unheard, that’s a big clue.
But experts say it’s not always ego that drives conversational narcissism. Sometimes it’s just nerves or insecurity.
(HuffPost)
Kevin Hart Agrees, It’s Not kevin Hart!
Kevin Hart demands a “redo” after seeing a terrible wax figure of himself. (Full Story)
Old People Are using Punctuation Too Much.. Apparently
Rihannas House Was Shot Up!
Ivanna Lisette Ortiz, the 35-year-old woman who shot up Rihanna’s house on Sunday, posted a threatening message to Rihanna several weeks ago. She also has some sort of beef with Cardi B
Spice Girls Versus Spyce Girlz
A woman in Canada that used to own the trademark “Spyce Girlz” for her nationwide spice brand had to drop the trademark. She apparently received a trademark infringement notice from the Canadian representation of The Spice Girls. Here is the owner of the brand formerly known as Spyce Girlz, Lily Bond, explaining what she thinks is going on.
KFC Memories With Kevin
KFC says their bringing back select 90’s menus, Brian & Kevin reminisce to the 90’s KFC Buffet days
Live From Home Is Wierd
When were live from Brian’s home studio location it’s waaaayyy different than when were actually in the studios downtown! See the video here!
He Hates Mailboxes
A man in Indiana is in jail after driving recklessly and hitting over 15 mailboxes. Here is one of the victims, Barbara Mosley, and Chief of Police Justin Rutledge talking about the crime.
The Bedtime Gap
According to a new report, the average couple often has a “bedtime gap” of 80 minutes. That’s the time in between each person going to bed. But couples with fewer bedtime gaps tend to be happier together. That extra “me-time” might be nice for unwinding . . . but the report found that couples with fewer bedtime gaps tend to be happier together. And “very happy” couples go to bed together about four times per week. 71% of couples who are BOTH night owls . . . and 78% of couples who are BOTH early birds . . . say they’re “very happy” in their relationship. That’s compared to 59% of couples with one night owl and one early bird. There was a difference based on age, though. Younger couples find it more important to lessen the bedtime gap, while it matters less to older folks.
Always Have An Escape Plan
A 26-year-old man in Florida tried to steal a landscaping van parked on the street. He climbed in the back, and got locked inside. He started screaming for help, and the cops came to “help” him get to jail. Here is a witness talking all about the incident
It’s Red Tuesday
It’s Red Tuesday, the day of the year you’re most likely to get DUMPED. It’s always the Tuesday before Valentine’s Day. If your relationship isn’t feeling too sturdy, maybe put your phone on Do Not Disturb today. It’s Red Tuesday, the day of the year you’re most likely to get DUMPED. That’s the claim anyway. It’s always the Tuesday before Valentine’s Day. It’s basically when people realize they haven’t made plans, and don’t want to waste the money. The site Illicit Encounters got the term trending in 2015. A survey found around one in four people have broken up with someone the week before Valentine’s Day. “Star” magazine talked to a matchmaker who says it’s even more pronounced with NEW relationships. She says it’s most common with couples who are three to six months in. Or people who, quote, “don’t want to buy the gift or fake the romance.”
New Year, New Man
A 49-year-old man has launched a “Year of Isolation” project, where he’s staying locked inside one room for 365 days. He’s three weeks in, and has been live-streaming the whole thing on social media. Here is Skip Boyce announcing his project a couple of months ago.
Need Lego Feet?
Lego has partnered with Crocs to produce hilarious, “block-shaped Lego Brick Clogs.” They’re not meant to be actual, everyday shoes, but if you’re a big fan of these brands, you could snag a pair for $150. It’s real by the way!
https://www.instagram.com/crocs/?utm_source=ig_embed
Don’t Bite The Bullet
A shoplifting incident in Florida escalated into a potentially dangerous situation when deputies found a suspect attempting to ignite a shotgun slug in a Panera bathroom. Here is Martin County Sheriff John Budensiek talking about arresting Hugh Okoye.
The Food To Be Sad To
The website LoveLifeAcademy.com analyzed search data to put together a rundown of the most popular breakup foods in every state. And not surprisingly, people want to treat themselves to comfort food and sugary sweets.
Here are the top indulgences, and the states where they’re the #1 breakup food:
1. Burgers . . . South Dakota
2. Cake . . . Louisiana, Mississippi, and Virginia
3. Candy . . . Hawaii and Kentucky
4. Chicken Noodle Soup . . . Alaska, Montana, and Wyoming
5. Chocolate . . . Pennsylvania
6. Cookie Dough . . . Iowa and Missouri
7. Cookies . . . Utah and Washington
8. Pizza . . . Connecticut and Massachusetts
9. Popcorn . . . Illinois and Nebraska
10. Potato Chips . . . Arizona
Most popular ways to stay cozy
What Holiday Classics Are Hitting The Theatre This Month
Your Umms & Uhhh’s explained
Are you using lots of filler words like “uh” and “um”could be a sign your brain is breaking, Executive function includes everything from memory and planning, to reasoning and problem-solving skills. A decline as you get older is totally normal. And using a lot of filler words can also just be a bad habit. So don’t panic. They tested the speech patterns of more than 240 adults. And the ones who paused or used filler words a lot tended to show the biggest declines in “executive function.”
There’s A Helpful Smile In Every Aisle…At Target
Target has supposedly launched a new smile rule, requiring employees to smile at shoppers within 10 feet, then, as they get closer, make eye contact, wave, say hello, and ask if you need help, and how your day is, but we think the helpful smile in every aisle all started at Hy Vee.
The Cop That Forgot His Pants, We’ll Let Him Explain!
Too Tired for Halloween? A New App Creates Fake Party Photos of You in Costume
A new app called Endless Summer uses A.I. to create fake photos so it LOOKS like you went on vacation. There’s also a Halloween mode that puts you in costume, so it looks like you dressed up and went to a party. It’s called Endless Summer because it’s mainly meant for fake VACATION pics. You can try out either mode and do four photos for free. Then you have to pay if you want more.
Finally, A Nice Thief, That Hates Babies!
A Florida man was arrested after allegedly stealing a woman’s car with a one-year-old still inside. He immediately brought the vehicle back when he saw the child and then police were able to arrest him. Here is the 911 call made by the mother of the child.
Meet Dakota!
Kohler just debuted a new TOILET CAMERA that watches you go, then uses an algorithm to analyze the results and track your health. It’s called “Dekoda” . . . a play on the word “decode” . . . and costs $600. It fits on the side of most toilet bowls and uses optical sensors to scan your waste. Then it spits out stats on your phone. You sign in on a fingerprint scanner, so it knows whose waste it’s scanning. It can tell you whether you’re dehydrated, and what percentage of your “sessions” are “regular” each week. It also looks for signs of any BLOOD. They say don’t worry, there’s no chance of your JUNK showing up on camera. Quote, “Dekoda’s sensors see down INTO your toilet and nowhere else.”
Happy National Boss’s Day! Brian & The Morning Grind To Go Podcast!
Who Needs An Adultoween? Brian & The Morning Grind To Go Podcast!
Halloween is a lot of fun for kids . . . but forget about them for a second. Should adults get their own night to celebrate Halloween?The term “ADULToween” is back in the news. The folks at Ferrero candies got it trending last year. Their new poll found over HALF of adults think grown-ups should get their own night to celebrate Halloween without involving the kids. 54% wish it was a thing.Here are a few more stats on candy and Halloween-obsessed adults, 1. Most of us agree Halloween isn’t JUST for kids. 62% think it’s “as much for adults as it is for children.” That jumps to 71% for parents. 2. Most parents WILL steal from their kids’ candy stash. Two-thirds say they have the “right” to dip into their kid’s stash starting November 1st. 58% think they should also be allowed to dig in WHILE taking their kids trick-or-treating. 3. Whether you have kids or not, you’re probably eating candy this month. 64% of us will buy candy even if we’re not expecting trick-or-treaters. 71% of parents said they’ll buy extra candy for themselves “just in case.” 4. The candy we’re most likely to steal? 76% said full-sized candy bars are their top choice . . . 72% prefer “familiar flavors” over new types . . . and 67% still prefer nostalgic favorites from their own childhood. 5. Men take Halloween a little more seriously. 52% splurge on premium candy to make sure they’re a “good candy house,” compared to 41% of women. 21% of men and 15% of women will also pass judgement on their neighbors if the candy they hand out sucks.
Will Ferrell Hits Peoria
Y’all remember when Will Ferrell was in Peoria singing karaoke at @Basket Case? finally, here’s the documentary coming to Netflix!
The Fall Of Pumpkin Spice
Is America’s love affair with pumpkin spice drawing to a close? No, it’s still beloved. But not by as many as it used to be. The first day of fall is still over a month out. (September 22nd) But an early poll for it found 58% of Americans think pumpkin spice is NOT the best fall flavor.
Congrats, Your Not Really Fired, But You Gotta Go
Companies are so passive aggressive now. A poll by the site Resume Builder found 38% of companies lay people off instead of firing them . . . just to avoid hurting people’s FEELINGS. 80% of bosses said their company has laid someone off in the past year when they could have fired them for cause. Sometimes it’s out of kindness, like to avoid hurt feelings or help out with severance. But the #1 reason they do it is more self-serving .
1. To maintain company morale. 62% of bosses cited it as a reason. So, we react better if we think our friend got laid off because the money just wasn’t there.
2. To avoid wrongful termination lawsuits. A close second at 59%.
3. To help the person out with a severance package, 54%. So, that one’s nice.
4. To avoid hurting their feelings, 38%. The old line, “You know I think you’re great. Corporate just gave me no choice.”
According to the poll, layoffs that aren’t REALLY layoffs are more common than you’d think. Half of the bosses polled said at least 75% of layoffs their company made in the past year weren’t really about cutting costs.
