CONNECT PREP OnAir & Social Media ready features, kickers and interviews. MONDAY, January 18th, 2021

LIFESTYLE AND OFFBEAT

Family Finds 2 Kilos Of Pure Heroin In Auctioned Car Bought For Son AUDIO: Rick Joyner SOCIAL MEDIA: Photo LENGTH: 00:00:12 LEAD: An Alabama family got more than they bargained for when they bought their foster son his first car from a government auction. They paid $500 for it after it had been previously detained by police. There was junk in the trunk, but the police station said the family could have it all. Turns out, two bundles of heroin were still stashed back there. The dad called the sheriffs office to pick up the drugs. The teenager says this is a funny story he will always have to tell about his first car. OUTCUE: car (laughter)

POLITICS Major Biden Gets Indoguration AUDIO: Josh Groban LENGTH: 00:00:23 LEAD: The shelter where President-elect Joe Biden adopted his dog threw an “indoguration” to celebrate the pooch's imminent arrival at the White House. It was all held over Zoom. Recording artist Josh Groban joined the virtual event, singing a version of "(How Much Is) That Doggie in the Window." He adapted just for Major, a now 3-year-old German Shepherd. Major is the first shelter dog to ever to live in the White House. OUTCUE: (music fades)

MOVIES AND TV

‘Harry Potter’ Star Rupert Grint Breaks Instagram Record AUDIO: Rupert Grint (ET Interview) SOCIAL MEDIA: Photo LENGTH: 00:00:07 LEAD: Rupert Grint is a wizard on the big screen and a Guinness World Record holder in real life! The “Harry Potter” star recently beat Sir David Attenborough's record for the fastest time to reach a million followers on Instagram. He gained his record-breaking following in just four hours and one minute. He called it “insane” while talking to “Entertainment Tonight.” Prior to Attenborough, Jennifer Aniston held the world record. Grint was able to dethrone the naturalist and the actress by simply posting a photo of himself holding his newborn daughter OUTCUE: it's insane

‘13 Going on 30’ Child Star Perfectly Recreates Jennifer Garner’s Film Look AUDIO: "13 Going on 30" Clip SOCIAL MEDIA: Photo LENGTH: 00:00:06 LEAD: Christa B. Allen is literally going on 30 now! The 29-year-old actress who played the 13-year- old version of Jennifer Garner's character Jenna Rink in the film “13 Going on 30,” recently recreated Garner's 30-year-old version of Jenna on Instagram. It was in response to a mean comment on social media that said, “stars in one movie, never lets you forget it.” It was a perfect response to the haters. “13 going on 30” was released in 2004… feeling old? OUTCUE: at all

Javicia Leslie Talks Taking Over Batwoman AUDIO: Javicia Leslie (ET Interview) SOCIAL MEDIA: Video LENGTH: 00:00:25 LEAD: Batwoman is back! Javicia Leslie now stars as titular hero in the hit series “Batwoman.” This follows Ruby Rose’s unexpected departure after season 1. Leslie, who is Black, calls it “an honor” to break through the typical TV superhero stereotypes. Season 2 premiered last night on The CW. OUTCUE: sky literally is the limit

TV Preview Monday Jan 18 AUDIO: 'Lets Make A Deal Primetime Special' Preview LENGTH: 00:00:34 LEAD: Tonight at 8pm ET on NBC, it's 'Ellen's Game of Games.' At 8pm ET on ABC, an all-new, 'The Bachelor.' At 8pm ET on USA, catch, 'WWE Monday Night RAW.' At 9pm ET on CBS, it's 'Let's Make a Deal Primetime.' At 9pm ET on NBC, an all-new, 'The Wall.' At 10pm ET on NBC, catch, 'The Weakest Link.' OUTCUE: what's up Billy?

MUSIC

Shawn Mendes Gets His Own Chipotle Bowl AUDIO: Shawn Mendes singing "Wonder" SOCIAL MEDIA: Photo LENGTH: 00:00:41 LEAD: Shawn Mendes has his very own bowl at Chipotle now. It’s called the Shawn Mendes Bowl. It’s made with cauliflower rice, the chain’s new plant-based option. For each bowl ordered, one dollar will be donated to Wonder Grants for “young sustainability activists.” You can order the Shawn Mendes Bowl at any Chipotle until January 28th. OUTCUE: (music fades)

Bow Wow Reacts To Backlash For Packed Club Performance AUDIO: Bow Wow singing "Like You" SOCIAL MEDIA: Photo LENGTH: 00:00:40 LEAD: Would you risk catching COVID for Bow Wow? A shocking amount of people decided he was worth it. The washed up rapper hosted a concert at a nightclub in Houston, Texas Friday. Of course, there was backlash. Zach Braff tweeted, "I thought about it and have decided I’m not willing to die for Bow Wow." Insecure star Natasha Rothwell wrote, "For... Bow Wow...?" In a since-deleted tweet, the 33-year-old addressed the controversy writing that he followed the state’s regulations and wore his mask “up until I got on the mic.” OUTCUE: (music fades)

Blake Shelton Plans To Lose 20 Pounds Before His Wedding AUDIO: Blake Shelton singing "Minimum Wage" SOCIAL MEDIA: Photo LENGTH: 00:00:34 LEAD: Blake Shelton is ready to get serious about his wedding look! The singer popped the question in October to his longtime love, Gwen Stefani. Now he says he wants to lose 20 pounds before the big day. On the Apple Music radio show “Party Barn Radio With Luke Bryan” the 44-year-old said he gained so much weight during quarantine that he has rearranged his mirrors to make him look slimmer. He says his new look isn't making him feel great, and he’s ready to shed. OUTCUE: (music fades)

You Can Take A Virtual Tour Of Graceland AUDIO: Elvis Presley singing "All Shook Up" LENGTH: 00:00:42 LEAD: Can't make it to Tennessee to tour Graceland because of the pandemic? For 100 dollars the home of Elvis Presley is offering live ONLINE 2-hour tours starting on January 27th. Graceland says online visitors will be able to see inside the home and its Meditation Garden, where "the King" is buried. You'll also get to see the late performer's jet and take a virtual stroll through the entertainment complex. OUTCUE: (music fades)

SPORTS

Patrick Mahomes Suffers Concussion AUDIO: Andy Reid LENGTH: 00:00:10 LEAD: The Kansas City Chiefs won against the 22 to 17 against the Cleveland Browns. But the Chief’s star quarterback Patrick Mahomes suffered a nasty hit and now has a concussion. It happened on a third-and-short running play late in the third quarter. In a post-game presser, coach Andy Reid didn't sound worried about his star quarterback. Kansas City will host the Bills in next Sunday's AFC title game. OUTCUE: real positive

TODAY IN HISTORY

Today In History 1cut AUDIO: Collie, Mark LENGTH: 00:00:24 LEAD: ***A birthday cut.*** Country singer Mark Collie was born January 18, 1956 -- 65 years ago. This is "Three Words, Two Hearts, One Night." OUTCUE: (music fades)

Today In History 2cut AUDIO: Costner, Kevin LENGTH: 00:00:09 LEAD: ***A birthday cut.*** Actor Kevin Costner was born January 18, 1955 -- 66 years ago. One of Costner's best-known roles was playing a washed-up baseball catcher in "Bull Durham," where he's asked by Susan Sarandon what he believes in. OUTCUE: last three days

Today In History 3cut AUDIO: Goldsboro, Bobby LENGTH: 00:00:20 LEAD: ***A birthday cut.*** Singer Bobby Goldsboro was born January 18, 1941 -- 80 years ago. This is "Honey." OUTCUE: (music fades)

Today In History 4cut AUDIO: FBI Agent & Barry, Marion LENGTH: 00:00:15 LEAD: Also from January 18, 1990 -- 31 years ago today Washington, D.C. Mayor Marion Barry was arrested in an FBI sting operation. He was allegedly using crack, after being lured to a hotel room by a female friend who was working secretly for the FBI. As he was read his rights, Barry could be heard cursing the woman and his arrest. NOTE: Barry was convicted on a misdemeanor charge and received a six-month prison term. In 1992, he began his political comeback by winning a seat on the D.C.city council. Two years later, he ran again for mayor and won. OUTCUE: if you wish

Today In History 5cut AUDIO: Williams, Brenda LENGTH: 00:00:04 LEAD: From January 18, 1990 -- 31 years ago today former pre-school operators Raymond Buckey and Peggy McMartin Buckey -- his mother -- were acquitted of 52 charges of child molestation. Juror Brenda Williams said the evidence had been poorly presented, making deliberations especially difficult. OUTCUE: given to us

Today In History 6cut AUDIO: Theme Song LENGTH: 00:00:21 LEAD: Deals with January 18, 1975 -- 46 years ago today "All in the Family" spin-off "the Jeffersons" debuted on CBS. OUTCUE: (music fades)

Today In History 7cut AUDIO: DeSalvo, Albert LENGTH: 00:00:03 LEAD: Deals with January 18, 1967 -- 54 years ago. Albert DeSalvo, who claimed to be the "Boston Strangler," was convicted of armed robbery, assault and sex offenses. There were some questions about his guilt, but DeSalvo had confessed to murder. NOTE: DeSalvo was sentenced to life in prison. He was killed there in 1973. NOTE: Poor audio quality. OUTCUE: my two hands

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