CONNECT PREP OnAir & Social Media ready features, kickers and interviews. THURSDAY, MARCH 11th, 2021

LIFESTYLE AND OFFBEAT

Man Spends 24 Hours In Bean Dip To Help Local Restaurant AUDIO: Hunter Ray Barker SOCIAL MEDIA: Photo LENGTH: 00:00:15 LEAD: This bean dip comes with a side of human flesh. Hunter Ray Barker is spending 24 hours in a tub of bean dip to bring customers to his favorite local restaurant. The stuntman is trying to save Los Toros, a Mexican restaurant in Los Angeles as it continues to struggle from the pandemic. Barker says he has nothing to lose by trying to help small businesses in a unique way. OUTCUE: 'cause why not

Guy Arrested After Breaking Restraining Order During Zoom Hearing AUDIO: Prosecutor Deborah Davis LENGTH: 00:00:06 AUDIO: Assault Defendant; Judge LENGTH: 00:00:10 SOCIAL MEDIA: Video LEAD: Another memorable courtroom Zoom. A guy was arrested during a virtual assault case after attending it in the same apartment of the girl who had a restraining order against him. She seemed scared and fidgety, so the prosecutor called it out. The judge made the couple go outside to prove they were at different addresses. After realizing the abuser was in the house, cops came and cuffed him on the spot.

The Bagel Wars Between New York and California Are On AUDIO: Andrew Martinez SOCIAL MEDIA: Photo LENGTH: 00:00:07 LEAD: West Coast best coast? Or is the top yeast in the East? A recent New York Times article has New Yorkers enraged. The title says "The Best Bagels Are in California (Sorry, New York)" But the popular breakfast item is a staple in New York City. A bagel shop owner in New York says if you think the best bagels are in Cali, you better, 'get outta here' with that nonsense. OUTCUE: a good bagel

Idaho Is Opting Out Of The Powerball AUDIO: Rep. Chris Mathias LENGTH: 00:00:20 LEAD: You've gotta be in it to win it. But Idaho is no longer in it. The state is getting rid of the Powerball lottery. Later this year, the Powerball will open up to Australia. Britain will join in 2022. Lawmakers in the state fear foreign interference in the game, especially if more countries participate down the line. The final jackpot drawing in Idaho will be in late August. They’ll also lose out on the roughly $28 million dollars a year the game generates for the state. OUTCUE: friendly with

School Shooting Animation Tugs At Heartstrings AUDIO: Will McCormack SOCIAL MEDIA: Video LENGTH: 00:00:19 LEAD: A new animated short is tugging at the heartstrings of TikTok users. 'If Anything Happens I Love You' is a 12-minute film that tells the story of parents grieving their daughter who was killed in a school shooting. It's streaming on Netflix and is expected to receive an Oscar nomination. Will McCormack, who co-wrote the movie, said when he found out about the reception on TikTok, he said he never heard of the social network. OUTCUE: well download it

Man Dressed As Joker Enters Japan Political Arena AUDIO: Yuusuke Kawai Music Video SOCIAL MEDIA: Video LENGTH: 00:00:40 LEAD: An outrageous man has landed in the Japan political scene. Yuusuke Kawai, who paints his face like 'The Joker' is running for governor in one Japanese area. It’s the same place that's home to Tokyo Disneyland. And he has big plans to really "Disney things up." He wants to rename the local airport to "Disney Sky." And he wants Frozen's "Let it Go" to be the official anthem of the region. On top of all this, he released a music video. Say, “konnichiwa” to one crazy campaign. OUTCUE: (music fades)

Dog Trainer Talks Major Biden Landing In The Doghouse AUDIO: Mark Tobin, Major Biden's Trainer SOCIAL MEDIA: Photo LENGTH: 00:00:11 LEAD: It’s from the White House to the doghouse for Major Biden. The President’s three-year-old pooch was shipped back to Delaware after misbehaving and causing a minor injury. Now it’s back to obedience school for the pup. He’s going to get more training before he’s ready to join his big brother Champ at the White House. OUTCUE: okay and secure

CORONAVIRUS LIFE

Grandma Gets A Prescription Hug AUDIO: Ateret (ah-TER-et) Frank, Granddaughter SOCIAL MEDIA: Photo LENGTH: 00:00:15 LEAD: A grandma missed hugging her granddaughter – so a doctor gave her a prescription for a hug. Grandma and the granddaughter were both fully vaccinated. But Grandma was nervous, so to ease her fears the doctor wrote the prescription. It said, "You are allowed to hug your granddaughter." The two finally shared a loving hug. Now Grandma can't wait to hug her six other grandkids! A recent study found that in addition to making you happy, hugs can boost the immune system, making you less likely to get seriously sick. OUTCUE: her do it

Seniors Celebrate COVID Vaccine With Virus Piñata AUDIO: Piñata NATS SOCIAL MEDIA: Photo LENGTH: 00:00:07 LEAD: We're so close to beating the heck out of this pandemic. But some seniors in Virginia wanted to get a jumpstart on it. At one community in Chesapeake Bay, every resident has now been vaccinated. So they lined up to smack a piñata shaped like COVID-19. Inside was candy, hand sanitizer, lip balm, small bottles of alcohol, and flashlights. OUTCUE: (cheers fade)

MOVIES AND TV

‘The Talk’ Hosts Call Out Sharon Osbourne For Defending Piers Morgan AUDIO: 'The Talk' SOCIAL MEDIA: Video LENGTH: 00:00:20 LEAD: Tensions ran high on ‘The Talk.’ Sharon Osbourne stood up for her friend Piers Morgan on Twitter after his ‘Good Morning Britain’ exit. She says she doesn’t agree with his comments regarding Meghan Markle, but supports his freedom of speech. That led to a heated conversation with her co-hosts about racism. Sheryl Underwood says Sharon defending Piers gives his racist comments a “safe haven.” Sharon shot back arguing just because someone doesn’t like someone doesn’t make them racist. OUTCUE: already sown

‘Black Panther 2’ Director On Filming Sequel Without Chadwick Boseman AUDIO: Ryan Coogler, 'Black Panther 2' Director (ET Interview) SOCIAL MEDIA: Photo LENGTH: 00:00:05 LEAD: ***MANDATORY CREDIT “JEMELE HILL IS UNBOTHERED” PODCAST*** The director of the upcoming ‘Black Panther 2’ movie says filming without star Chadwick Boseman is without question the hardest thing he's ever had to do in his professional life. Ryan Coogler told the "Jemele (juh-MEL) Hill Is Unbothered" podcast Boseman was the glue that held the first movie together. Boseman died last year after a secret battle with cancer. His role won't be recast. Filming is expected to start this summer. OUTCUE: held it together

‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Boss Is Prepping Possible Series Finale AUDIO: Ellen Pompeo (CBS Sunday Morning) SOCIAL MEDIA: Photo LENGTH: 00:00:10 LEAD: Sorry ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ fans. Looks like the show’s boss is prepping a series finale. Rumors have swirled that season 17 will be the end of ‘Grey’s.’ Ellen Pompeo’s contract is up after this season. She told CBS in February that she's still working out her future as Meredith Grey. Now, showrunner Krista Vernoff is telling The Hollywood Reporter that they’re prepping an ending that could wrap up the medical drama for good. The show has been on the air since 2005. OUTCUE: how do we do it

MUSIC

Miranda Lambert Shares GRAMMY Secrets AUDIO: Miranda Lambert (ET Interview) SOCIAL MEDIA: Video LENGTH: 00:00:11 LEAD: Miranda Lambert’s sharing secrets about her upcoming GRAMMY appearance. She told ‘Entertainment Tonight’ that style-wise she plans on a “sleek and sexy” look for the red carpet. The three-time GRAMMY nominee will perform her nominated song “Bluebird,” and she said expect the set to be “beautiful and feminine.” The GRAMMYs air Sunday at 8:00pm, ET on CBS. OUTCUE: It's been Bluebird

Nicole Scherzinger Releases New Video AUDIO: Nicole Scherzinger (ET Interview) SOCIAL MEDIA: Video LENGTH: 00:00:12 LEAD: Nicole Scherzinger (SHER-zing-er) says her new video “She’s Bingo” is “on another level” from videos she’s shot before. The song features Latin music superstar Luis Fonsi (FONE-see) and was produced by MC Blitzy. The video is inspired by the popular mobile game Bingo Blitz. It features Nicole and Luis performing in different locations around the world, even though the whole thing was shot in Miami. OUTCUE: music fades

Beyoncé, Hugh Jackman and More Celebs Thank Meghan Markle AUDIO: Beyoncé singing "Formation" LENGTH: 00:00:32 AUDIO: Hugh Jackman LENGTH: 00:00:10 LEAD: Queen Bey is tipping her crown to the Duchess of Sussex. Beyoncé, who rarely posts online, dedicated her website’s homepage to Meghan Markle, writing a public thank-you note in response to her interview with Oprah. She says she was “strengthened and inspired” by Meghan’s “courage and leadership.” A number of other celebrities, including Hugh Jackman, have also shown their support for the couple.

SPORTS

Body Cam Footage Of Johnny Damon’s Arrest Released AUDIO: Body Cam Video SOCIAL MEDIA: Video LENGTH: 00:00:19 LEAD: Body cam video is out showing the arrest of former MLB outfielder Johnny Damon. And he doesn't look good in it. After pulling over, he immediately gets out of the car against police orders. Shortly after, so does his wife. A scuffle ensues with both of them as the former Yankees and Red Sox star says 'Blue Lives Matter' and that he's "at home right now." The arrest happened on February 19th and Damon's blood alcohol level was at least a .294. OUTCUE: ground right now

LATE NIGHT

The Late Show With Stephen Colbert AUDIO: Stephen Colbert LENGTH: 00:00:23 LEAD: On 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,' Stephen took issue with a recent New York Times article saying California bagels are better than New York bagels. OUTCUE: bagel's fine too

The Late Show With Stephen Colbert AUDIO: Stephen Colbert LENGTH: 00:00:24 LEAD: On 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,' Stephen joked about the amount of money the government has spent on COVID-19 relief. OUTCUE: his nose Dumbkirk

The Late Show With Stephen Colbert AUDIO: Stephen Colbert LENGTH: 00:00:13 LEAD: On 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,' Stephen revealed some goodies in the COVID relief bill that not everyone knows about. OUTCUE: relax fit joggers

The Late Late Show With James Corden AUDIO: Trevor Noah LENGTH: 00:00:20 LEAD: On 'The Late Late Show with James Corden,' Trevor Noah, who now wears hoodies every night on 'The Daily Show,' says the pandemic made him question why certain norms exist. OUTCUE: that I'm professional

The Late Late Show With James Corden AUDIO: James Corden LENGTH: 00:00:38 LEAD: On 'The Late Late Show with James Corden,' James and his crew got very excited over the news that more Johnson & Johnson doses are being ordered for the country. OUTCUE: (chanting fades)

The Late Late Show With James Corden AUDIO: James Corden LENGTH: 00:00:08 LEAD: On 'The Late Late Show with James Corden,' James said calling something a stimulus bill doesn't sound very exciting. OUTCUE: hunt you down

The Late Late Show With James Corden AUDIO: James Corden LENGTH: 00:00:05 LEAD: On 'The Late Late Show with James Corden,' James joked that the new round of stimulus money is coming a little bit too late for most people. OUTCUE: May 2020s rent

TODAY IN HISTORY

Today in History 1cut AUDIO: Harrison Williams LENGTH: 00:00:08 LEAD: From March 11, 1982 -- 39 years ago today, New Jersey Senator Harrison Williams resigned following his conviction in the Abscam scandal. While claiming he'd broken no law, Williams conceded he was stupid to fall for the trap the FBI had set for him. OUTCUE: I don't know

Today in History 2cut AUDIO: Gary Hart LENGTH: 00:00:10 LEAD: From March 11, 1988 -- 33 years ago today, former Colorado Senator Gary Hart acknowledged his second quest for the 1988 Democratic presidential nomination was kaput. The adultery scandal involving Donna Rice had cost him most of his support. OUTCUE: not go forward

Today in History 3cut AUDIO: Sirens Nat LENGTH: 00:00:16 LEAD: From March 11, 2004 -- 17 years ago today, 10 bombs exploded in quick succession across the commuter rail network in Madrid, Spain, killing 191 people and wounding more than two-thousand in an attack linked to al- Qaida. OUTCUE: (sirens fade)

Today in History 4cut AUDIO: Survivor LENGTH: 00:00:08 LEAD: From March 11, 2011 -- Ten years ago today, A 9.0 earthquake -- one of the most powerful ever recorded struck Japan's east coast. The quake and resulting tsunami killed almost 20-thousand people. These people felt the earth shake. OUTCUE: under the desk

Today in History 5cut AUDIO: Lucy Craft LENGTH: 00:00:08 LEAD: From March 11, 2011 -- Ten years ago today, a 9.0 earthquake -- one of the most powerful ever recorded struck Japan's east coast. CBS News Correspondent Lucy Craft in Tokyo described the damage from the tsunami. OUTCUE: they were toys

Today in History 6cut AUDIO: Celia Hatton LENGTH: 00:00:12 LEAD: From March 11, 2011 -- Ten years ago today, a 9.0 earthquake -- one of the most powerful ever recorded struck Japan's east coast. The disaster only intensified in the days that followed as radiation leaked from the damaged Fukushima Dai-ichi (foo-koo-SHEE'-mah dy-EE'-chee) nuclear power station. OUTCUE: for a flight

Today in History 7cut AUDIO: Barack Obama LENGTH: 00:00:10 LEAD: Deals with March 11, 2012 -- Nine years ago today, 16 Afghan villagers were shot in their homes, allegedly by US Army Staff Sgt. Robert Bales. President Obama codemned the attacks the following day. OUTCUE: represent our military

Today in History 8cut AUDIO: Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus LENGTH: 00:00:04 LEAD: From March 11, 2020 -- One year ago today, with infection clusters expanding in the United States and Europe, the World Health Organization declared the coronavirus outbreak a pandemic. WHO's Director-General made the announcement. OUTCUE: a pandemic

Today in History 9cut AUDIO: Bobby McFerrin LENGTH: 00:00:19 LEAD: ***A birthday cut.*** Happy birthday Bobby McFerrin! The musician was born March 11, 1950 -- 71 years ago today. You know him best for "Don't Worry, Be Happy." OUTCUE: (music fades)

Today in History 10cut AUDIO: Terrence Howard LENGTH: 00:00:04 LEAD: ***A birthday cut.*** Happy birthday Terrence Howard! The actor was born March 11, 1969 - 52 years ago today. His movie credits include "Crash," "The Best Man Holiday," and "Iron Man." Here he is in the hit show "Empire." OUTCUE: back here crying

Today in History 11cut AUDIO: Good Charlotte LENGTH: 00:00:15 LEAD: ***A birthday cut.*** Happy birthday Benji and Joel Madden! The rock musicians from Good Charlotte and The Madden Brothers were born March 11, 1979 -- 42 years ago today. The band is best known for their hit single "Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous." OUTCUE: (music fades)

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