Show Notes for Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

What We're Talking About

The news we couldn't ignore if we tried

Beware Of Scammers Impersonating Law Enforcement

WEAR TV3— An Okaloosa County man lost $10,000 after falling victim to a phone scam in which a caller impersonated a sheriff’s office captain and claimed the man had multiple outstanding warrants requiring immediate payment. The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office says these scams rely on urgency and intimidation, affect people of all ages and professions, and often demand payment through hard-to-trace methods such as Cash App, cryptocurrency ATMs, or gift cards. In this case, the victim sent the money in two payments via Cash App and a Walmart kiosk. Authorities say scammers use publicly available information and increasingly AI technology to make the calls more convincing, but stress that law enforcement will never demand payment over the phone or threaten arrest in this way. Anyone who receives a suspicious call is urged to hang up and verify it by contacting the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office non-emergency line at 850-651-7400.

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Joey The Jeweler Named Crestview Citizen Of The Year

MidBay News— Forrest “Joey” Tinklepaugh Jr. has been selected as Crestview’s 2026 Mae Reatha Coleman Citizen of the Year in recognition of his long-standing commitment to the community through service, generosity, and involvement. The honor was announced Jan. 12 during a ceremony held before the Crestview City Council meeting, attended by dozens of residents. A longtime Main Street business owner, Tinklepaugh is well known for his support of local nonprofits, schools, clubs, and community events, with contributions ranging from sponsoring youth activities to helping families in need, earning him widespread respect for his kindness and civic leadership.

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Bargaining for a Deal Becoming a Lost Art

QZ News— Americans are increasingly avoiding haggling, even for purchases like cars where negotiation was once expected, according to research from Indiana University showing that 95% of U.S. adults rarely try to negotiate unless the savings feel substantial. On average, consumers say a discount must be around 20% to 35% to justify the discomfort or effort, a reluctance that benefits retailers, who can raise prices 5% to 11% and still keep most customers from pushing back. Experts attribute the trend to fixed online pricing, limited authority among sales staff, reduced confidence when dealing with large companies, and a preference for speed over prolonged discussions, along with a broader mindset shift marked by fatigue and pessimism. While bargaining is becoming a forgotten skill, experts say consumers who want better deals can start small, prepare in advance, and remember that negotiation improves with practice.

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Woman Charged with Aggravated Assault After Throwing 25 lb. Weight Plate

People— A 24-year-old Texas woman, Aralyn Martinez, was arrested and charged with felony aggravated assault following a violent incident at a 24 Hour Fitness gym, where she allegedly hurled a 25-pound weight plate at another woman she believed was involved with her partner. Witnesses and gym staff intervened before anyone was seriously injured, and the intended victim avoided harm by moving out of the way after Martinez reportedly threatened her moments earlier. Martinez was arrested the following day and booked into the Harris County Jail on an aggravated assault with a deadly weapon charge.

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FL Keys Charter Captain Busted For His Side Gig

NY Post— A veteran charter boat captain in the Florida Keys is facing serious legal trouble after deputies say he attempted to profit from drugs he claimed to have found floating in the ocean. Authorities arrested Bradford Todd Picariello during an undercover operation in which he allegedly sold a kilogram of cocaine for $10,000, a transaction that led to a larger investigation and the seizure of more than 20 kilograms of cocaine, cash, a handgun, and his boat. Picariello now faces multiple felony drug-trafficking charges and is being held without bond as the case proceeds.

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Ask Uncle Bobby

Bad advice for good people.

As heard on the B-Team Morning Show

Each weekday, some poor soul writes in for help. Uncle Bobby gives them the worst advice we can legally put on the air.

January 24 · Today's Letter

Dear Uncle Bobby,

My social life feels routine and predictable, and I want to bring more excitement into my gatherings without making things awkward. What should I do?

Dreading Stale Predictable Gatherings
Human Static Generator

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Today's Holidays

Celebrate the weird stuff. We do.

Holiday #1 of 4

International Sweatpants Day

International Sweatpants Day is the one day a year where society collectively admits it gave up weeks ago. It's not a celebration, it's a confession—like wearing your hangover to brunch and calling it "cozy." The dress code is elasticated defeat, accessorized with shame crumbs and the quiet hum of dreams deferred. We used to have parades, now we have drawstrings—progress, if you squint hard enough.

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