Today, we've got a juicy combo for you: nightmare DIY renovations and the struggle to find authenticity in the dating world. Picture this: moving into a new condo only to find baseboards missing, floorboards not reaching the wall, and random objects super glued together. Oh, and let's not forget the surprise hole above the fridge cleverly hidden by a decorative item. Talk about a disaster! On top of that, we'll dive into the dating scene where it feels like everyone's trying to sell you a curated version of themselves. Authenticity? It's like finding a needle in a haystack. So, grab a cup of coffee and join us!! Stay tuned, it's always a wild ride! You never know what these two will say!!

***CLEANSING BREATH***

Jess Corner - Animal Instincts 

Philly's 'Chicken Man' declines PETA's vegan challenge after a 40-day rotisserie chicken binge

South Philadelphia resident Alexander Tominsky was dubbed the "Chicken Man" after successfully eating an entire rotisserie chicken every day for 40 days straight.Since concluding his chicken run, Tominsky, 31, has begun spotlighting organizations that help provide food for those in need. On Wednesday, he promoted the South Philly Community Fridge on Twitter, asking his followers to donate to combat food insecurity.The South Philly Community Fridge later tweeted it had raised $858 that day.

Dana Corner - What the What? 

https://www.centredaily.com/news/state/pennsylvania/article275414796.html

For teddy bears and all other stuffed toys in Pennsylvania, it’s not easy being green. In fact, it’s impossible. Under a 62-year-old law, all stuffed toys distributed and sold in this state are required to be made from new material. But now a state senator is looking to lift a restriction that hamstrings manufacturers and retailers in the toy business.

“It is a pretty obscure law and people say ‘wait, what? We have a stuffed toy law?’ In fact, we do,” he said “Obviously in 1961, they did not particularly contemplate people using recycled materials in stuffed toys.” But given that recycled material goes through the same extensive testing and safety review to ensure it meets all of the current industry standards that new materials do and couple that with people’s desire to be environmentally conscious, he said it may well be time to update the law as the Toy Association has requested. Hickcox said her association would like to see this law updated by the end of this year. “Toy association members want to be good stewards of the environment while following all state laws and regulations,” Hickcox said. “This update will allow manufacturers and retailers to ensure a global supply chain while producing safe, sustainable stuffed toys.”

Jess Rave - Used bookstores/record shops 

Webster's of State College PA Vintage Shop, dirt cheap books, great albums, cafe, live music, vegan brunch on Sundays

Dana Rave - Dunkin' Iced Coffee Day is today May 23!  We saw a sign hanging in the Dunkin' of State College and it said Get a cup of Good Karma, $1 from every iced coffee sold today helps kids in local hospitals. 

https://www.joyinchildhoodfoundation.org/

Founded in 2006, the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation is an independent 501(c)3 organization powered by Dunkin’ and the generosity of our franchisees, partners, employees and guests. Our mission is to provide the simple joys of childhood to kids battling hunger or illness.

We believe impact is felt most at the local level. Thanks to franchisees and brand employees who volunteer their time to identify the biggest needs in their communities; organize local fundraising and volunteer events; and conduct local grantmaking, we are able to maximize our impact for kids who need joy the most.

LOCAL GRANTS

The Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood provides grants to hundreds of nonprofits – big and small – making a difference in the lives of kids battling hunger or illness across the country. Organizations include food pantries, children’s hospitals, camps and programs designed to provide joy to those who need it most. 

DOGS FOR JOY

Through the Dogs for Joy program, the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation awards grants to children’s hospitals to launch a new in-residence dog program or expand an existing program. In-residence dogs are trained service dogs and full-time employees of the hospital who bring comfort and joy to patients and their families. 

TEEN PROM PROGRAM

Hospitalized teens sometimes miss out on milestone moments. The Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation provides grants to hospitals to provide a teen prom experience to pediatric patients ages 13-19 – from venue, to decor, signage, food and beverage, and more.