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Thanksgiving is not just about the ingredients mixed into the stuffing or grandma’s pumpkin pie.

We're talking about random acts of kindness, and if you've ever taken a kind act the wrong way today on What's the Buzz.

Are you ready for the holidays?

These Smarties are nothing like the American ones

It's National Horror Film Day - so that's what we're talking about on What's the Buzz.

Sweetest Day is coming up this weekend, and that has us thinking about dating, love, and relationships today on What's the Buzz.

Trends are constantly changing -- are you keeping up with them?

Grab a slice in October

Friends of "Live In The D" chat about the hype surrounding the Detroit Lions

Conversation ramps up on “Live In The D”

Discussion heats up on “Live In The D”

Conversation about driving revs up on “Live In The D”

While we all agree throwing things at a performer is wrong, we want to pose some other questions about concert etiquette for What's the Buzz.

Check out today's What's the Buzz conversation about Competition Shows

Get your checklist started

Riding the roller coaster of spring in Michigan

What’s the Buzz is all about Black History Month and how to celebrate Black History all year long

Cue up the rom-coms, put on your red nail polish, and grab a box of chocolate hearts because Valentine’s Day is February 14th. Friends of the show appeared on “Live In The D” to talk about what the holiday means to them.

Time to get ready for the big game! The Super Bowl is this weekend and even if you’re not into football, it’s an event that everyone gets into, so we decided to tackle the topic for What’s the Buzz today.

Remember learning printing and cursive in school? Or are you someone who never learned cursive? Does it even matter? That's what we're discussing on What's the Buzz.

Friends of the shows talk about the big night for movies, tv, and the star performers.

Friends of the show talk about everything from shopping strategies to deliveries.

Daylight Savings time has us chatting all about time for What’s the Buzz

Friends of the show chat about the spooky holiday

Friends of "Live In The D" talk about the teams they support.

Are you eager to learn more about this fall wardrobe necessity? Local 4 Style Editor Jon Jordan, Jason Hall with RiDetroit, and Vanessa Cohen, co-founder of The Cohen Brand and owner of Motor City Date Night, joined Jason Carr on “Live In The D” to talk all things denim.

Friends of the show are here to talk about everything from jump scares to their frightening favorites.

Believe it or not, October is a huge national food month, so put some of these foods head-to-head to see what people would choose.

"Live In The D" friends respond to different scenarios.

Here’s a trick question: what’s funny? Who makes you laugh? Can anyone be funny?

We are already in the first week of August, July has come and gone, so does that mean summer is coming to an end? That’s what we talked about today on What’s the Buzz. Joining host Tati Amare to talk about it are Mary Liz Curtin, the owner of Leon and Lulu and the Three Cats Cafe, and Blaine Fowler, Host of the Blaine Fowler Morning Show on 96.3 WDVD.

When you have people over to your house or you go to someone else’s house, there’s a certain amount of hospitality that is expected, right? Is hospitality the same as it always has been?

Besides being National Ice Cream and Hot Dog Month, it is also National Cell Phone Courtesy Month. We’ve all got them, and we’ve all seen how they can get out of hand.

As the calendar turns to June 21st, we can safely say that summer is officially here.

Who is ready for Memorial Day and the unofficial start of summer?!

Can anybody man the grill or does it take some experience? Joining Jason Carr on National Barbecue Day for What’s The Buzz was the host of The Blaine Fowler Morning Show on 96.3 WDVD, Blaine Fowler, and comedian Melanie Hearn.

Just take a moment and think about how technology has changed your life - your phone, your TV, even food delivered right to your door - that’s what we are talking about today on What’s The Buzz.

It’s time to celebrate mom.

Taco Bell’s Mexican pizza, Grape Pop Tarts, 90s style, feeling nostalgic?

What was your favorite Oscar apparel?

Today on What’s The Buzz, the team played a game called “Spring or Sprung?” You choose spring if you are doing these things now or plan to do them now, or “sprung” if you have already done these things or started doing them in the winter.

Do you clean up? Is it Time for Dating?

Should a child get an allowance for doing their chores, or getting good grades?

As the old saying goes, “It’s out with the old and in with the new!” But the question is, when do you decide it’s time for something new? That's what we're discussing today on What's the Buzz.

Bouquets of flowers, candy hearts and fancy dinners is how many people celebrate Valentine’s Day, but not everyone has the same traditions. How do you celebrate your sweetheart?

The Super Bowl is this weekend and Local 4 is the only place you can watch the Rams versus the Bengals. So, for What’s the Buzz we’re getting into the specifics - the game, the food the commercials - what makes watching the big game fun?

What’s the Buzz is all about doing things backwards today because it is National Backwards Day! What’s your feeling about doing things in reverse?

It's National Compliment Day, do you like to give or receive compliments?

What theme songs do you still hum?

We’ve all felt that winter chill and one way to warm up maybe with a nice helping of comfort food. So today for What’s the Buzz we’re discussing comfort food.

It’s a new year, which means it may be time for a change. There are all kinds of social trends that started or grew in 2021, but are these here to stay? Or are you already over them? That's what we're discussing on What's the Buzz.

What’s the Buzz? It’s all about Christmas time for those who celebrate! Tati Amare speaks to friends of the show all about the holidays.

What is something that you love or dislike to eat during the holiday season?

You know What’s The Buzz this week is all about Thanksgiving! The turkey, the parade, family, and much more.

Do you take separate vacations from your significant other, or only ones together?

The weather is getting colder, are you staying or heading to warmer temps?

Is the day after Halloween too early to break out the holiday music?

Do you know which houses give out full-sized candy bars?

Is it too early to start making arrangements for the holidays?

This Saturday is Sweetest Day and while some may brush it off as a “Hallmark holiday,” others see it as a time to show appreciation for the one they love. We wanted to see what people really think of the day, so we invited Jasen Magic, a local magician and comedian, and AJ Williams, the Editor in Chief for the Michigan Chronicle and the lady behind singleblackchick.com, to see what they had to say.

We all know that October is associated with candy because of trick-or-treating, but this month is also big for one more thing - pizza! It’s National Pizza Month and, just like toppings, there are so many things to discuss. For Live In The D’s What’s the Buzz, we stuck to the basics - pepperoni.

Are you still living in your summer shorts, or are you ready for sweater weather?

You can catch new episodes of some of NBC's hit TV shows.

Do you know all of the games and apps your cell phone has?

Don’t look now, but August is almost over, September arrives this Wednesday, and Labor Day is this weekend. Are you just as excited for Labor Day as you were for Memorial Day? Or does Labor mark the end of the summer and vacation season for you? That’s what we’re discussing on today on What’s the Buzz.

Whether your dog is big or small, quiet or loud, or even needy or independent, your furry friends have their own standards.

Here we are at the start of August - where has the year gone? Is it too soon to start thinking about fall and going back to school? Today on “What’s the Buzz” we’re discussing some of the things that it may be “too soon” for.

The What's the Buzz crew share their favorite parts of the Summer Olympics.

What’s the Buzz is all about a viral video on TikTok. We are in peak summer travel season, but is a vacation really a vacation for moms?

"What’s the Buzz" is all about the holiday weekend, which is just a few days away.

Summer is officially here so for "What's The Buzz' we're talking about how to get the most out of a Michigan summer.

Tomorrow is National Best Friends Day so we thought we’d bring in some of our friends of “Live in the D” to talk about friendship.

Take a look around your home, today for What’s the Buzz we’re talking all about new gadgets - old gadgets that are collecting dust, and the new ones you want!

With Memorial Day kicking off the unofficial start to summer, we want to know - is this summer going to look different than last year? All things warm-weather-related are what we are chatting about today on 'What's the Buzz. '

Now is the time that you’re likely seeing gardens being planted throughout your neighborhood, and lawns are lush and green. However, not everyone feels the same about their curb appeal.

We talk about tackling the mess on What’s the Buzz.

Today on What’s the Buzz, Host Jason Carr wanted to know more about our friends of the show- specifically, their pets! Jason said he already has a dog family of Charlie Tickles and Violet, so he brought in Local Veterinarian Corey Gut, comedian Mike Bonner and Co-Founder of The Cohen Brand Vanessa Cohen to talk about their furry (and not so furry) friends.

You may not be the only one dreaming up your next big vacation after COVID. Industry insiders say there will be a huge boom in spending for vacations, in a trend they call “revenge travel.” Tati called on friends of the show Lauren Crocker, Jason Hall, and AJ Williams to find out what their next big travel plans will be.

Are April Fool's Day pranks mean?

It looks like the snow might be gone for good, which means it’s time to start thinking about spring cleaning. Often the biggest question about spring cleaning is where to start. For Crocker, cleaning out the closet is the best place to start, since clearing out space means she’ll get to revamp her wardrobe for the season. Cleaning out space in the spring also means making room for new tech. Hall said that for him the change in season means a new bike and new stuff for the car.

Daylight Saving Time is upon us, which means we all lost an hour over the weekend. First, Jason asked if anyone would be able to give up their phone for an hour a day. AdSince most folks have been watching more during quarantine, would anyone be able to give up watching TV or streaming? Finally, Jason asked if anyone would be able to lose an hour of sleep each night. While Cohen said she didn’t notice the missing hour, the other guests were completely opposite.

First, Mimi talked about her inspiration, Maya Angelou. “I always think about her when I think about powerful women in history.”Next, everyone talked about their favorite women in film. Jason and Mimi both talked about Cicely Tyson, who stayed true to herself by only taking roles in films that highlighted African American women. AdFinally, Tati asked about the women in the music industry that inspire everyone. Mimi picked Aretha Franklin, an icon who’s music transcends audiences, and who has performed at multiple presidential inaugurations.

AdFinally, do you watch the award shows? Hearn says she turns on the award shows to see the fashion. Now Russell, as a movie reviewer, Greg does follow the award shows and says sometimes they get it right, and other times not so much. He noted that often, whatever gets named in the first award show often gets mentions in all the following award shows, and that is not always for the best. So why do you watch award shows?

February is National snack food month and we invited some friends of Live In The D to get on the show to chat about everyone’s snack habits. Joining host Tati was AJ Williams, managing editor of the Michigan Chronicle, Blaine Fowler, host of Blaine Fowler Morning Show, and Vanessa Cohen, co-founder of Cohen brand. First, Tati wanted to know everyone’s take on what’s better: sweet or salty snacks? While only Blaine said he really loves sweet snacks, everyone agreed that salty snacks like chips and popcorn are the way to go. AJ recommended pork rinds, which she said she switched to since it’s a great crunchy, salty snack, and it is full of protein but doesn’t have the carbs that chips have.

Valentine’s Day is this Sunday and, as with everything else in life, the pandemic may be changing the day of love for couples and those who are single. Host Jason Carr chatted with Comedian Mike Bronner, AJ Williams, The Managing Editor of the Michigan Chronicle and woman behind SingleBlackChick.com, and Kerry Doman, the founder of the website Little Guide Detroit, about celebrating the holiday in 2021, finding love, and keeping romance alive. Watch this video to see what they had to say.

There’s no denying this year is going to be a different big game experience than ever before. Everyone has big opinions on the best food to serve at game day parties. Every year the big game reignites the same old argument- should boneless wings be considered wings? This year of course there are concerns about game day parties being a super-spreader event, so will you be inviting anyone over? AdTo hear the full conversation on what everyone is planning for the big game, watch the video above.

Tomorrow is National Spouses Day. In celebration we gathered a group of Live In The D friends to talk about the joys, and challenges of life with their spouse. Jason Carr sat down with Mary Liz Curtin, owner of Leon Lulu and Three Cats Restaurant in Clawson, Vanessa Cohen, co-owner of the Cohen Brand, and Movie Reviewer Greg Russell. Between all three of them, they have more than 50 years of life experience being married to their spouse. The group talked about everything from whether opposites attract, to strategies to reconciling marital disagreements, to what it takes to have a long successful relationship with your spouse.

Monday is Martin Luther King Jr. Day. It is also known as a Day of Service where people go out and do something positive in their communities. We asked our What’s the Buzz crew what this day means to them and what they do to celebrate it. Mike said King’s ability to forgive and move forward with his mission on a strict non-violent method was amazing. Next Tati asked them how they plan to observe the day.

So why not try a new hobby? First off, do you have a hobby? For Greg Russell, his hobby is collecting autographs and, as someone who interviews celebrities for a living, he has collected many over the years. Jason Hall’s obvious hobby is the e-bike, but what you might not know is that he collects sneakers. Is there a hobby that you had, but later gave up?

2020 is finally coming to an end and most people are probably excited about it. Some people experienced a lot of personal growth while others just enjoyed being with their family. Jason Carr chatted with Mimi Brown, a local author and motivational speaker, Lauren Crocker from the Blaine Fowler Morning Show on 96.3 FM, and Mike Bonner, local comedian and car salesman, about what to expect for the new year, how to celebrate New Year’s Eve, and new technology addictions. Watch the video to see what they said about 2020 and what’s next.

First, it’s December 21st, have you finished all your shopping? AJ is done shopping, but she has not received all her gifts yet, as her delivery dates keep getting pushed back. Do you have a favorite ornament or decoration? A sparkly poinsettia is AJ’s favorite holiday decoration since she loves plants. Mark’s favorite decoration is Dandy, a Christmas Duck, which he says “just brings me joy.” Kerry doesn’t just have one favorite ornament, she has tons of them.

We know that things may be a little different for the holidays this year, but that could spark a new tradition or new ways of keeping up with old traditions. For What’s The Buzz, Kim DeGiulio was joined by local author and motivational speaker Mimi Brown, Lauren Crocker with The Blaine Fowler Morning Show on 96.3 WDVD, and local comedian Mike Bonner, to discuss the new ways of celebrating traditions over the holidays. From baking to whether, or not your company is having a holiday party. the What’s The Buzz crew have some interesting plans this holiday season. Watch the video above to hear about Lauren Crocker’s attempt to make Christmas cookies!

This is all about holiday decorations, so they started by discussing lights on the house. Blaine says his wife Colleen handles the decorations and while they do decorate the shrubs, they don’t give DTE a Merry Christmas. Besides some cool handmade vases and a Christmas tree, Vanessa likes to keep her decorations simple. She wants to decorate where her family can see and celebrate it so she is focusing her efforts on the inside. Melanie says she feels like people with white Christmas trees are the same as those who tell people you can’t sit in their living room.

Grab a burger and some French fries, What’s the Buzz is all about fast food because it is National Fast Food Day! First up, does fast food get a bad rap? Both Blaine and Melanie like fast food for the unhealthy guilty pleasure that it is. Are there too many fast food options? Now many chains are offer meat substitutes so vegetarians and vegans can enjoy some fast food as well.

How did you sleep? We’ve all been asked at some point in our lives. It’s one of the most important things we can do every day, but sometimes sleeping isn’t that easy. The group answered questions about snoring, the comfort level of your pillow versus your mattress, and if you can sleep in the cold or heat. They also shared their tricks on what they do to fall asleep.

Election Day is tomorrow and that’s What’s The Buzz today. Tati Amare talked with some friends of the show all about the importance of voting, but they stayed away from politics. Joining in to talk about this were Blaine Fowler, the host of the Blaine Fowler Morning Show on 96.3 WDVD, Mimi Brown, a local author and motivational speaker, and AJ Williams, the managing editor of the Michigan Chronicle. The group discussed various topics including if Election Day should be a National holiday, They also talked about feelings of if you could date someone who doesn’t vote. Watch the video to see what the group had to say!

With the number of COVID cases on the rise, many people are trying to figure out how they want to celebrate Halloween this year. So the first topic: How are you going to celebrate this year? Lauren said she is going to do socially-distant trick-or-treating with the help of a candy chute. Her husband Michael is building the chute so they can safely send candy down to the kiddos. Jason’s recommendation is to turn off all the lights and stay away from the windows so people know you’re not participating.

As we all adjust to this “new normal” we were wondering... how is school really going? She really appreciates her school’s ability to pivot in these changing times and says her child really enjoys it. Her high school students are responsible for themselves and keep their own schedules, her two second graders are another story. With everyone going virtual, many people have been discussing: will this mean the end of snow days? How has school been going for you this year?

October is National Pizza Month! You may want to try some new toppings or order from your favorite pizzeria. Comedian Mike Bonner, Lauren Crocker from the Blaine Fowler Morning Show on 96.3 FM WDVD, and comedian Melanie Hearn chatted with host Jason Carr about the great pizza debates: Does pineapple belong on Pizza? How do you classify a flatbread versus a pizza? Are you a fan of cold pizza?

It got us talking about text messages and how things are rapidly changing because of the impact texting has had on things like a period or an exclamation point. So today for What’s The Buzz we are talking all about texting etiquette. First up they tackled the using periods in text messages. AJ, on the other hand, thinks they should be used in their proper grammatical way, being the editor she is. Tati loves using punctuation to denote tone in her text messages and said it was all about how you use it.