Kids & Family
Society & Culture
The Anna & Raven Show
Leading you through all the relationships in your life every day. Anna and Raven answer couples' problems, discuss office politics, trouble with kids, and living life all through their unique humor and, often crazy, viewpoints. Listen weekdays 5-10am at AnnaAndRaven.com (https://www.annaandraven.com/) .
Total 521 episodes
12
...
9
10
11
Go to
20/05/2024

Monday May 20, 2024: Grandparents are BS; Meltdown Monday; House Rules

NFL kickers don’t get a lot of love, but the kicker from the most successful football team in the world just hit a new low! Did you have a dumb argument this weekend? Producer Sean had to deal with his step-son having a sleepover and hilarity ensued! Do you have any “house rules”? Raven has a million different rules at his house, and he can’t even remember where they all came from! Are you up to date on this week’s biggest news stories? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on what’s trending, including the latest scandal from a disgraced celebrity! Did your child have an epic meltdown this weekend? Share it on Meltdown Monday! Having a child in diapers is never easy, but Raven was not prepared over the weekend when his new grandson had a complete blowout! Many people dream of being in the movies, but not a lot of people decide to start at 29! Anna and Raven spoke to movie star Stephanie Szostak about her journey and her brand new app! Do your parents let your kids do things that they would’ve never let you do? Anna will never forget the first time she saw her own father letting her daughter do something that she was never allowed to do! Miquel and Elle’s dog died two weeks ago. The kids have been sad. Dad says the best way to get over the broken heart of losing a pet is to get another one. She thinks the kids are too young and first need to learn about death and they should wait a year before finding another pet. What do you think? Catherine has got a shot at $3500! All she has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia!
50m
17/05/2024

Friday May 17, 2024: Raven’s References; Mandatory Meal; Mommy’s Margarita Friday

A woman was attacked by a bull in Mexico! Thankfully she’s ok, but the video footage might suggest that she was to blame… Have you ever done a cold plunge or a cryo-chamber? Dr. Jennifer Wider spoke to Anna and Raven about the benefits of cold therapy! Workplace attire has become more casual, but if you show up to a job interview without dress shoes, that’s all I need to know about you! It’s almost Memorial Day, which means it’s time to bust out the grill! Anna and Raven invited Emmy-nominated Chef Plum to give them some tips for grilling season!  Raven is a movie buff and sometimes that means he makes references that absolutely nobody understands! Anna and Producer Jon have teamed up to help people understand Raven’s references! Anna has three crazy news stories, but Raven can only pick one! Today his options are; two thieves arrested for stealing an entire cash register, Bluey causes a fiasco, and a man who got a ticket for being in the drive thru! Have you ever been in a position where you were forced to eat something you didn’t want to? Anna has a lot of food allergies and her friend Danielle has been making her meals that are…not very appetizing… It’s time for Mommy’s Margarita Friday!  Moms (and Dads) share all the crazy things that their kids have put them through this week that have definitely earned them a margarita! Emma just wants to sign her family up for Life 360, an app that tracks where everyone is. Her husband, Jeff, thinks being tracked is a complete invasion of privacy and is against it. Would you allow your family to track you? Get all the details and you’ll be the judge! Couple’s Court with Anna & Raven. Chris has got a shot at $3400! All he has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia!
45m
16/05/2024

Thursday May 16, 2024: Misdiagnosed; Got It For Free; Rise of the Cicadas

Is Roast Regret a real thing? Tom Brady has a good reason for regretting his recent roast, but isn’t this something he should’ve seen coming? If your friends jumped off the Brooklyn Bridge, would you do it too? Anna came very close to using this parenting cliché after hearing what her kindergartener did at school! Are dating apps officially over? Recent changes to one of the most popular singles apps have got Anna wondering what the point is. Have you ever misdiagnosed yourself on the internet? Anna has been dealing with some health issues that have made her go down the WebMD rabbit hole! The Cicadas are emerging and lots of people complain about the noise, but Raven found an article about something even more disruptive that these bugs are doing! Did you have an imaginary friend growing up? There’s a star-studded new movie about it and Anna is wondering if anyone remembers their imaginary playmates! Have you ever gotten something for free? Producer Sean gamed the system and got something for free over the weekend, but Anna is questioning the ethics… Charles and Sara have been dating for six months but Charles still sees his ex-girlfriend a couple of times a week. They’re in the same band and maintain a close friendship even though they decided years ago that they weren’t compatible. Sara thinks it’s weird that not only does he practice and play gigs with her, but sometimes they’ll go check out other local bands too. Would it bother you if your partner had a friendship with their ex? Maria has got a shot at $3300! All she has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia!
48m
15/05/2024

Wednesday May 15, 2024: Hush Vacations; Broke At Home; Landlord Beef

Is May really filled with the most boring events? Based on how many people have been walking out of major life events, the answer may be yes!. Have you ever taken a Hush Vacation? It doesn’t work with every job, but they’re growing in popularity! What's constantly broke in your home that you just haven't got around to fixing yet? Raven has a constant list of things to fix in his house and he’s let a bunch of them go for a long time! A "portal" has opened between New York City and Dublin! But despite the cool sci-fi nature of it, this portal has gone horribly wrong! What are Rage Rituals and how can they help you get out all that pent up stress? It’s a common thing for men, but Anna found one designed for women! Have you ever had beef with your landlord? Producer Sean has been in a fight with his landlord following an incident with a slip-n-slide… Anna’s favorite bathing suit of all time has returned! Stylist Lauren Perez gives all the details! Anna is putting her husband on the spot! Anna lost a bag last year and she suspects her husband of foul play, so she’s brought him on the air to call him out! Dale and Marina’s son is good friends with their next-door neighbor. They’re the same ago, seven. They’ve noticed recently that when they’re not home, the boy next door will come over and still play on their playscape. They have an open back yard, so he just wanders over from his own yard. Dale doesn’t want the child on the property if they’re not home. Marina says it’s no big deal! What do you think? Christina has got a shot at $3200! All she has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia!
52m
14/05/2024

Tuesday May 14, 2024: Rearrange The Furniture; Childhood Sweetheart; Dumped Tuesday

Is Mother’s Day the biggest let down holiday of the year? Anna had a lovely Mother’s Day, but the amount of people she’s heard saying the opposite is shocking! Do you have a kitchen habit that may not be normal? Anna was shocked when she heard Raven and Producer Sean BOTH do something odd every time they are in the kitchen… Are you up to date on this week’s biggest news stories? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on what’s trending, including Anna’s prediction about the biggest star in the world! Is it normal for people to rearrange their furniture all the time? Anna got a call last week about someone who does it seasonally and she needs help to determine whether or not this is normal behavior! How long should it take you to pull out of a parking spot? Raven was waiting for entirely too long for someone to leave their parking spot the other day, so Anna decided to perform an experiment! Did you marry your childhood sweetheart? Anna’s younger daughter was just married in a beautiful (kindergarten) ceremony, and Anna wasn’t even invited! It’s Dumped Tuesday! A study has released the top red flags that Americans are googling and Anna is guilty of at least one of them! Steve and Lucy are planning their fall wedding and Lucy has an idea- dogs! She wants to invite their guests to bring their dogs to the party. She even okayed it with the venue. (They're having an outdoor wedding at a vineyard) Steve thinks it's not a great idea, it can be chaotic, plus, they've already made a big "no kids" rule, but people can bring their dogs?! What do you think? Margaret has got a shot at $3100! All she has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia!
46m
13/05/2024

Monday May 13, 2024: Anna Out Of Line; Credit Due; Olive Oil

Have you ever wondered if the woman in your life is a psychopath? Scientists have found out one tell-tale sign… Did you have a dumb argument this weekend? Producer Sean argued with his step-son over who forgot to bring the Mother’s Day gift! It’s cool to have a hobby, but if you’re a beer snob who never shuts up during happy hour, that’s all I need to know about you! Olive Oil is great to cook with but new studies have revealed that it has some incredible health benefits! Dr. Jennifer Wider spoke to Anna and Raven about how! Did you do something nice for someone over Mother’s Day weekend, but they didn’t give you any credit?  Or did someone do something nice for you, but you forgot to thank them?  Anna and Raven will give you the credit due! How old is too old to have your child in a stroller? Anna frequently does it with her younger daughter and she wants to know if she’s out of line? Kayla is throwing her daughter an 18th birthday party. Her daughter has requested that she invite her ex-stepfather. Kayla divorced her last husband, and he was a part of her daughter’s life for a long time. Kayla has since remarried and feels like it’s a strange conflict to invite him and it’ll be awkward for her. Her new husband, David, said it doesn’t matter to him. He understands that her ex was a big part of her daughter’s life- but Kayla says it bothers her. What would you do? Mike has got a shot at $3000! All he has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia!
40m
10/05/2024

Friday May 10, 2024: Mom’s Claim To Fame; Unique Consequences; Mother’s Day Plans

What is your happy place? Do your kids know what/where it is?  Anna and Raven asked some kids if they knew their mom’s happy place! It’s almost Memorial Day, which means it’s time to bust out the grill! Anna and Raven invited Emmy-nominated Chef Plum to give them some tips for grilling season! It’s nice to help out, even when it’s not your job! So if you don’t help the waiter bus your table after you’re done eating, that’s all I need to know about you! If your mom was famous, what would it be for? Anna asked people to ask their kids this question and the results are adorable! What’re your plans for this Mother’s Day? Raven’s wife Alicia just wants some Mexican food, but Anna has an oddly specific request involving the zoo… Did your mom ever punish you in a creative way? One caller had a mom who had an original way of making sure she ate all her dinner… It’s time for Mommy’s Margarita Friday!  Moms (and Dads) share all the crazy things that their kids have put them through this week that have definitely earned them a margarita! Can you think like a stranger? If you’re able to guess the same answers as a stranger, you could win a Suburban Mom Starter Kit with some great swag! Travis is uncomfortable that his wife sees a male physical therapist, especially since it’s a guy she went to high school with. He thinks that it’s awkward that he wants to see her twice a week, and asked her for coffee to catch up. She says he’s being overprotective and a PT is a PT! He’s an old friend and it’s no big deal. Would you be bothered? Karen has got a shot at $2900! All she has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia!
49m
09/05/2024

Thursday May 9, 2024: Sorry Mom; You Mom’s Favorite Song; Jon vs. AI

Do you ever fly with your dogs? It can be a scary experience for them, until now… What TV character does your mom remind you of? Anna and Raven asked some kids that same question and the responses were adorable! Mother’s Day is this weekend and if you haven’t made reservations yet, that’s all I need to know about you! Was there a teacher who made a big impact on your life? Most people do, one of Anna’s former teachers even gave her a job! AI is scary, but can it out-write a human songwriter? Anna enlisted Producer Jon to go head-to-head with the robots in a Mother’s Day themed song-writing contest! Is there a good way to let someone know they’re getting old? Not really, so Anna wants to hear Wrong Answers Only! What’s your Mom’s favorite song? Anna asked some parents to ask their kids and the answers were surprisingly accurate! Can you think like a stranger? If you’re able to guess the same answers as a stranger, you could win a Suburban Mom Starter Kit with some great swag! Mother’s Day is a good time to confess your past wrong-doing to your mom! Anna and Raven called their moms and made some surprising confessions! Every year Diego and Katie host Mother’s Day brunch at their home with both sets of family and all the children. Katie isn’t a fan of it, it’s a lot of work, and she feels like she doesn’t get to really enjoy the holiday with her kids. She thinks they should just make a reservation somewhere for all 24 of them and go out. Diego says that she knows it’s a financial issue for most of this family, it’s too late the make the change (even though Katie’s been complaining about it for a month) and the kids like to play and be free at the house. Katie says that it's not fair and she should have a say. What do you think? Desiree has got a shot at $2800! All she has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia!
52m
08/05/2024

Wednesday May 8, 2024: Mom Hack; Nurses Appreciation Week; Anna’s Unboxing

There has been a leak that new audio emojis are coming out soon. What emoji would you want audio for? Do you ever wake up and just not want to do anything? Turns out, taking some lazy time may actually be good for you! If you text your mom this Mother’s Day instead of calling her, that's all I need to know about you! What does your mom always say no to? Anna and Raven asked kids what their mom never lets them do!  Anns is opening her very first mystery box! The only problem is, Raven and Producer Sean put their own random things in it. Can you think like a stranger? If you’re able to guess the same answers as a stranger, you could win a Suburban Mom Starter Kit with some great swag! It’s Nurses Appreciation Week and Anna has first-hand experience in why nurses are so incredible! What do you sound like when you’re mad? Anna asked a group of kids what their mom sounds like when they’re mad and the answers are hysterical! What life hack did your mom teach you? Raven’s mom taught him a foolproof way to reheat food in the microwave, but Producer Sean’s mom taught him a hack that shocked everybody! Catalina and Ben have been married for a year, she is now the stepmother to Ben’s two daughters. (Ages 5 and 7) She feels left out that the girls don’t have anything planned for Mother’s Day for her. She’s been part of their lives for the last three years and this is the first year where she really is also their mother. She wants Ben to ask his ex if they could join them for brunch on Sunday so she can also be celebrated. Ben says it’s his ex-wife’s weekend and feels strange asking her to share her Mother’s Day. What do you think? Deanna has got a shot at $2700! All she has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia!
50m
07/05/2024

Tuesday May 7, 2024: Found Out About Mom; Homemade Pop-Tarts; Met Gala

A TikTok video has raised the question “Would you rather be stuck in the woods with a man or a bear”? Anna and Raven take it a step further by asking; what kind of bear? Is there something you are sick of hearing about? Anna invited the entire show to share their hot takes about what or who they’re tired of! Mom deserves the best for Mother’s Day, but if you compete with your siblings over the best gift, that’s all I need to know about you! What’s your favorite pop-tart flavor? Anna brought in some homemade pop-tarts with some unconventional fillings… Every Mom is a superhero, but what is her superpower? Anna and Raven asked some kids to share their mom’s special ability! Are you up to date on this week’s biggest news stories? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on what’s trending, including the biggest night in fashion! Have you ever found out something unexpected about your mom? Anna’s mom wanted to be a nun, but Producer Sean’s mom was a bit wilder… Can you think like a stranger? If you’re able to guess the same answers as a stranger, you could win a Suburban Mom Starter Kit with some great swag! What does your mom do for fun? Anna and Raven asked some kids and got some adorable responses! Elijah thinks it's inappropriate that his wife Mila takes their three-month-old baby (in the carrier) to a restaurant/bar one night a week to meet a friend. She admits that yes, it is a bar, BUT it serves food and it’s no big deal! What do you think? Baby at a bar? Antonio has got a shot at $2600! All he has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia!
47m
06/05/2024

Monday May 6, 2024: Raven’s References; Unexpected Expense; Scared Away

There are certain games that we all played growing up right? Anna was shocked that Raven didn’t know how to play one of the most famous school-yard games in the world! Did you get into a dumb argument this weekend? The thermostat has been causing tension in both Anna and Raven’s houses! It’s never been proven that this is bad for you, but if you stare into the microwave while it’s cooking something, that’s all I need to know about you! Are you up to date on this week’s biggest new stories? Anna and Raven will get you caught up with what’s trending, including the greatest roast of all time! Have you ever walked into someone’s house and been immediately terrified by what you saw? Anna once went on a date that made her think she’d wandered into a samurai movie! Can you think like a stranger? If you’re able to guess the same answers as a stranger, you could win a Suburban Mom Starter Kit with some great swag! Raven is a movie buff and sometimes that means he makes references that absolutely nobody understands! Anna and Producer Jon have teamed up to help people understand Raven’s references! Have you ever had an unexpected expense on vacation? One man came home to a phone bill that led to legal action! Dana and Graham are moving to a new home that’s about 45 minutes away from where they currently live. Their ten-year-old son would really like to continue going to his current school. They do have the option to keep him in the same school district, but Graham says it’s ridiculous. They would be commuting him to school every day! She says that he’s so happy there and doesn’t want to uproot him when he’s doing so well. What would you do? Tom has got a shot at $2500! All he has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia!
48m
03/05/2024

Friday May 3, 2024: Fired Friday; Jon vs. AI Mariachi Edition; Raven’s Report Card

What’s your favorite alcoholic drink to have on a plane? Raven was shocked to hear that Anna has never once drank on a plane! Anna and Raven were in a guacamole-making contest, but they lost! They invited Emmy-nominated Chef Plum on the show to tell them where they went wrong! If you go out to eat, you’re going to have to spend some money. So if you spend the entire meal complaining about the prices, that’s all I need to know about you! Costco is tightening up security and Anna isn’t sure how she feels about it! What happens to the Costco bouncers? It’s time to play Fired Friday!  Tell Anna and Raven what went wrong at work, and they’ll try to guess if you got fired! Every Friday, Raven’s wife Alicia calls in to give Raven a grade on how he did as a husband that week! This week, the flower selection at Raven’s house has become a source of friction! AI is scary, but can it out-write a human songwriter? Anna enlisted Producer Jon to go head-to-head with the robots in a Cinco de Mayo themed song-writing contest! It’s time for Mommy’s Margarita Friday!  Moms (and Dads) share all the crazy things that their kids have put them through this week that have definitely earned them a margarita! Below Deck continues to be an extremely popular show and Anna and Raven got a chance to speak to cast member Alex P. Taylor about his experience! Every year, Drew and Dana have a big tag sale and Drew hates it. It’s a lot of work and they make very little money from it. Drew just wants to rent a dumpster and throw everything away! Dana says it’s a complete waste. What would you do? Stephanie has got a shot at $2400! All she has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia! 
46m
02/05/2024

Thursday May 2, 2024: Anna the Auctioneer; How Your Parents Have Changed; Weird Couple Habits

How rich does someone have to be to be considered “hot”, regardless of physical appearance? Raven has surprisingly low financial standards, but Producer Sean’s are astronomical! Anna has three crazy news stories, but Raven can only pick one! Today his options are; a life-saving hot dog, escaped zebras, and a nightmarish tax bill! People love each of their children in different ways, but if you genuinely have a favorite child, that’s all I need to know about you! How have your parents changed as they’ve gotten older? One caller has noticed that her parents are now the mirror image of each other, and neither of them likes it! Is it ever ok to wear a backwards baseball cap as an adult? Anna is vehemently against the idea, so she invited professional stylist Lauren Perez to give her opinion! Do you have a secret talent? Anna discovered a hidden superpower when she started her radio career and she’s determined to use her powers for good! Are you up to date on this week’s biggest news stories? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on what’s trending, including the reason a beekeeper got a standing ovation! Is there something you and your partner do that other people think is strange? Anna saw a couple in their sixties doing something bizarre and then saw a much younger couple doing the exact same thing! David and Eva are expecting their first child. Eva would like David to take off two weeks when she gives birth to help and bond with their baby. David says he only gets a limited time of vacation per year, no paid paternity leave, and doesn't want to use his last weeks in case there's an emergency, or if he wants to take time off for Christmas. Plus, he argues, Eva's mom will be staying with them for a month to help. Whose side are you on?  Christine has got a shot at $2300! All she has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia!
44m
01/05/2024

Wednesday May 1st 2024: Worst Kid In Town; Sean v. Moana; Expensive Sports

Raven said he ran about 4 miles on a treadmill and claims he’s now officially a skinny fitness person! What makes you feel skinny? Feeling "meh" recently? There is something you can do that'll help you get back to feeling good again, and it has something to do with when you were a kid. If you do THIS while you are out at a restaurant, that's all I need to know about you! Barbra Streisand is getting some heat from people online after what she said to Melissa McCarthy on Instagram. Did she really go too far? What is the most expensive hobby your child has? The average family spends over $800 per year and kid’s activities, but Anna is convinced she’s spending a lot more! How well do you know your kid’s favorite movie? Producer Sean claims to know every word to the movie Moana, so Anna is putting him to the test! Is there something you should never gamble on? A famous arcade is now allowing gambling, but Raven is pretty sure everyone was betting there already! Do you have the worst behaved kid in town? Anna was shocked when she read a story about what one 9-year-old did to get himself to school on time!  Leah and Patrick hit a rough patch last year when he admitted that he was unfaithful one night. She forgave him and they’ve been fine ever since. But, he recently told her that the person that he cheated with is her best friend. He has begged her not to say anything to her and to please let it go. It was all a mistake. Leah wants to confront her friend, she feels so betrayed. He doesn’t want to ruin the friend’s life, and if it gets out, it will. What would you do? Sue has got a shot at $2200! All she has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia!
47m