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Microsoft Says: Buy Our NEW Computers... Or Else! Tech Talk with David Snell of ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham

On last week's Tech Talk with David Snell of ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham, he let us know about Microsoft telling us we NEED to upgrade to Windows 11, which you can refresh your memory with by clicking here. 
Well on this week's Tech Talk, David gave us even more information about Microsoft... and it will involve more money being spent (sad). This may involve buying a new computer, or paying another monthly subscription fee (ANOTHER one!?). Listen in as we discuss and you can read this week's blog post by clicking here. 

Should You Just 'Let Them'? Francesca Luca Explores This Theory on Love Bites

On this week's Love Bites, which airs Friday mornings at 8:40, Francesca Luca of The Francesca Luca Show received a question from a local listener about the "Let Them" Theory. Listen in as Rob, Beth, and Francesca discuss this theory and how, or if, you should implement it into you life. 

The South Shore's Morning News Week in Review -- Friday, April 18th, 2025

Welcome to another episode! This week, we talked about the 250th anniversary of the start of the American Revolution and how it started here in Massachusetts. South Shore author and local historian John Galluzzo joins us. Later, we talk with David Snell from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham. Finally, we check in with the founder of South Shore Gutter Monkey. 

A Steak is Great but is it GOOD for you!? Dr. John Hayes Explains on Living and Practicing by Design

Dr. John Hayes is back from his hiatus! Rob and Beth are relieved to have their weekly "check-up" with their favorite doctor.
Much to Rob's dismay, Dr. John Hayes talked about the health impact of eating certain foods, most notably red meat. 
Listen in as we discuss the ways to balance your diet and how certain life patterns could increase your chances of cancer. You can also click here to read the full blog post on it. 

Paws N' Claws with Emily Duff, Event and Social Media Manager at Quincy Animal Shelter

It was a pleasure having Emily Duff in studio this morning for our Paws N' Claws segment! Emily is the Event and Social Media Manager of Quincy Animal Shelter, which you can find their website by clicking here. 
There are some exciting updates happening soon for Quincy Animal Shelter: a new shelter! Also, their big fundraising golf tournament event will be happening again in the fall at Granite Links. Emily will be back on the morning show to talk about that closer to the date. There are also a couple of animals that still need to find their fur-ever homes. Listen in on our Paws N' Claws interview now and check out some of Quincy Animal Shelter's social media posts below so you can give them a follow!

Add Another Subscription to Your Life... Tech Talk with David Snell of ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham

There have been some recent changes with Windows 11 that Microsoft is rolling out and it's a blessing to have our weekly "software upgrade" tech lesson from the Tech Expert, David Snell, of ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham . 
On this week's Tech Talk, David let us know all about how Windows 11 will now need a Microsoft login. This could throw larger companies into disarray with handling their IT department and new computer upgrades. Listen in as we discuss that situation:

Cold or Hot Therapy? How to Know What's Best, More Comfort Monday with Diane Jordan of Natural Body Works in Kingston

Rob and Beth are starting their week off right with More Comfort Monday from Diane Jordan of Natural Body Works in Kingston.
For this week, Diane wanted to discuss the importance of knowing when to apply heat to your body, or when to use ice: 
This is a common question with muscle or joint pain. I’m going to explain the basics, so people can have an idea of which to use.
Wherever we have muscle and joint pain we have too much lymphatic fluid aka inflammation. Inflammation varies depending upon the cause of the pain. So, the first thing is to know what kind of pain it is.
Listen in as Diane explains what heat and ice are typically used for and how a special combination of both could be the quicker path to healing better:
 

The South Shore's Morning News Week in Review -- Friday, April 11th, 2025

In this week's episode we start with our favorite bank CEO, Bob Terravecchia from Coastal Heritage Bank as we talk tariffs. Then we check in with our tech guy, David Snell, from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham about the 23andMe bankruptcy and the issues of data privacy. Then we check in with Lorelei D'Avolio from Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists about parrots and other birds and the pros and cons of clipping wings. 
 

He Cheated on Me for the THIRD time... Love Bites with Francesca Luca

We had a listener write in for Love Bites, our love and relationship segment that airs every Friday morning at 8:40 with Francesca Luca of The Francesca Luca Show:
 
Hi,When is it time to tell a guy when the relationship is over. I'm thinking of breaking up with my boyfriend. He cheated on me for the 3rd time. I can't take it anymore.
 
Listen in as The South Shore's Morning News discusses with Francesca Luca - Love Bites!

23 and...Everyone!? Tech Talk with David Snell of ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham

Tuesdays are for Rob and Beth's special software "update" because that is when their technical connoisseur David Snell joins the morning show for Tech Talk from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham.
A serious situation was discussed this morning as the company 23 and Me, a genetic testing company, is facing bankruptcy and an eventual sell-off. This concerns the I.T. professional David because he is always thinking about the data that exists within. Where will all the 23 and Me customer's DNA go? Or better question: Who will end up OWNING all this DNA/genetic data now!?  You can read David's full blog article by clicking here. 
Listen and learn with our interview: