My World Live, Laff, Whatever: Hot Weather, Tsunamis, and Timeless Comedy

This episode of "My World" kicks off with the host lamenting the sweltering 95-degree heat in Midwestern Ohio, reminding listeners to stay cool. After a quick disclaimer emphasizing that nothing in the show should be taken as legal, medical, financial, or investment advice, the host invites listeners to relax with their favorite beverage and snacks.

Local Businesses & Preparedness Resources

The episode then shifts to highlighting local businesses and important preparedness information:

• Rusty Duck's Custom Pens and Blanks: The host enthusiastically endorses Phil from Rusty Duck's for his high-quality custom pens and other crafted items like pizza cutters.

• Preparedness & Homesteading: He gives shout-outs to several preparedness and homesteading resources, including "Money and Change" (his own show focusing on saving money), "Big Family Homestead with Brad and Krista," "Deep South Homestead at Pecan Grove with Danny and Wanda King," "Southern Prepper One with Dave Kobler," "Patriot Nurse," "Prepper Nurse one," "Prepper Princess Amber Stork" (who emphasizes saving money), and "LDS Prepper with Dave Gilmore."

• GMRS Radios: The host strongly advocates for GMRS radios as essential emergency communication tools. He explains that they are easy to use, don't require a test (just a $35 fee for a 10-year family license), and can provide communication up to 35 miles locally, with the potential to reach repeaters 90 miles or more away. He stresses their importance during emergencies when cell phones might fail, citing examples like tsunamis, earthquakes, tornadoes, and floods. He recommends purchasing from "Two-Way Radios" or "Better Safe Radios."

Tsunamis and Plate Tectonics

A significant segment of the podcast is dedicated to tsunamis. The host, drawing on his geology background, explains that tsunamis are caused by plate tectonics and earthquakes. He describes how continents float on magma, and their movement can lead to seismic activity. He mentions historical events like the New Madrid Fault causing the Mississippi River to flow backward.

The host emphasizes the danger of tsunamis, describing them not as typical waves but as an "entire ocean column" lifted by extreme crustal movement. He plays an audio clip explaining that a magnitude 7.4 earthquake off the coast of Russia triggered tsunami warnings across the Pacific, impacting areas from Russia to Peru, Japan, Hawaii, Alaska, and the West Coast of America.

He then shares crucial tsunami preparedness tips from the American Red Cross:

• Know your risks: Coastal communities, especially those with Pacific and Caribbean coastlines, are most vulnerable.

• Make plans to stay safe: Learn community evacuation plans, practice routes, and identify safe places at least 100 feet (30 meters) above sea level or one mile inland.

• Act quickly: If you feel an earthquake near the coast, move to higher ground immediately; do not wait for an official alert.

• Recognize natural warnings: These include earthquakes, loud roars from the ocean, or unusual ocean behavior like sudden water retreats.

• Understand alert levels:

  • Tsunami Information Statement: No threat determined, monitor local info.

  • Tsunami Watch: Possible tsunami, be aware and prepared.

  • Tsunami Advisory: Dangerous currents/waves expected, stay out of water and away from beaches.

  • Tsunami Warning: Widespread flooding/powerful currents expected, immediate action required to move to high ground.

The host concludes this section by strongly recommending a bug-out bag for any emergency, even jokingly reminding listeners not to forget toilet paper!

University of Findlay & Health Notes

The University of Findlay is highlighted, with the host praising its 12:1 student-faculty ratio and positive student testimonials, particularly for its Occupational Therapy (OTD) program. He shares his personal experience of recovering from a stroke with the help of excellent physical therapists who received their doctorates from the university.

Switching to health, the host discusses the reintroduction of sugar into Coca-Cola and PepsiCo products in some countries due to regulations against artificial sweeteners. He warns against the negative effects of high-acid drinks like Coca-Cola on tooth enamel, citing a study that found significant discoloration and enamel damage from regular consumption. He recommends drinking water and highlights the importance of regular dental check-ups.

He also touches on watermelon consumption, noting that while it's hydrating and nutritious, eating too much can lead to digestive problems due to certain sugars that may cause intestinal stress.

A Tribute to Classic Comedy

The episode wraps up with a nostalgic look at classic comedy:

• Amos 'n' Andy: The host fondly recalls watching the "Amos 'n' Andy" TV show, based on an old radio program, describing its characters like the conniving Kingfish, the gullible Andy, and the no-nonsense Mama. He even shares an anecdote about an "invisible glass" sketch.

• Tom Lehrer: A tribute is paid to Tom Lehrer, the mathematician-comedian who recently passed away at 97 years old. The host shares memories of playing Lehrer's humorous and often satirical songs, such as "Poisoning Pigeons in the Park" and "Boy Scouts, Be Prepared," on his college radio station. He plays a segment of Lehrer's "We Will All Go Together When We Go," a dark but comically uplifting song about universal annihilation, ending the episode on a memorable and somewhat macabre note.

The host signs off, reminding listeners to tune in for "Money and Change" on Sunday and wishing them a cooler week.