YO SOY LATINO with Jose Miranda

Monday, April 11, 2011

April 9, 2011...YSL is Brimming with Lively Heated Discussions

Thanks....
To our listeners, guests, crew and sponsors who make the Yo Soy Latino show possible a warm and heartfelt thank you.

Yo Soy Latino Radio has been bringing great radio to your neighbors, friends, family, and to you (our listeners) for the past two years. We have done so with help and advertisers like you. But like everyone else in this tough economy we’ve had to tighten our belts and made choices to keep quality programming alive.

If we are to keep the doors open, the lights on and maintain great quality programming like this on the air in Central Florida given these tough economic times, WE NEED YOUR HELP!

Your generous contribution today to the Yo Soy Latino Radio Show will fuel its commitment to bringing Central Florida’s focus on public media.

We would also encourage you to subscribe to our newsletter. Simply send your request to yosoylatino5@aol.com and we’ll make sure to keep you updated on the latest happenings.

While you are doing that please take a moment to share your thoughts, views and ideas regarding the show. If there is something you would like us to consider, let us know.

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Cool Trivia
April 9, 2011
1724 – The 1st Easter (NS=April 16)
1866 – Civil Rights Bill passes over Pres Andre Johnson’s veto
1870 – American Anti-Slavery Society dissolves
1909 – The U.S. Congress passes the Payne-Aldrich Tariff Act
1912 – 1st exhibition baseball game at Fenway Park (Red Sox vs. Harvard)
1914 – 1st full color film shown “World, Flesh & Devil” (London)
1928 – Mae West’s NYC debut in a daring new play “Diamond Lil”
1945 – NFL requires players to wear long stockings
1950 – Bob Hope’s first TV appearance
1957 – Suez Canal cleared for all shipping
1962 – JFK throws out the 1st ball at Washington’s new DC Stadium
1960 – Winston Churchill becomes 1st honorary US citizen (posthumously)
1969 – First flight of Concorde 02 (Filton-Bristol)
1979 – Longest doubles ping-pong match of 101 hrs, begins
2005 – His Royal Highness Charles, Prince of Wales marries Camilla Parker Bowles

Movies...
Top 10 Box Office
April 9, 2011
1. Hop
2. Source Code
3. Insidious
4. Dairy of a Wimpy Kid 2: Rodrick Rules
5. Limitless
6. The Lincoln Lawyer
7. Sucker Punch
8. Rango
9. Paul
10. Battle: Los Angeles
Opening This Week:
Arthur
Born to be Wild 3D
Hanna
Soul Surfer
Your Highness
Ceremony
Henry’s Crime
Meet Monica Velour
Meeting Spencer

Movie Review:
Source Code — Rating: 4 STARS
This film is very much like the trailer. The storyline is about a man (Jack Gyllenhaal) fighting against time to retrieve a bomb before it explodes. And as he searches for clues among the train’s passengers, he discovers his love interest, Michelle Monaghan, on board among the commuters.

You may see some DNA threads to “Quantum Leap” for those of you who remember the series and the movie “Moon” but, let me assure you it’s in a class by itself.

There are moments that were a bit confusing. However, despite its flaws this is one fast-paced thriller that's sure to give you a 90-minute express ride while sitting in your seat. The movie is brilliant! Totally gripping and unexpectedly moving. Genuinely a must see!

Breaking News...
World and Local News
April 9, 2011
Shut Down Or Compromise?
WASHINGTON, DC (CNN, NBC, ABC) — The President made a rare appearance Tuesday to push Congress Members to compromise on a plan. Stating, “At a time when the economy is just beginning to grow or we’re just starting to see a pickup in employment, the last thing we need is a disruption that’s caused by a government shutdown, not to mention all the people who depend on government services.” He continued by saying, “It would be inexcusable for us to not be able to take care of last year’s business simply because of politics.”

The president also said, “What we can’t do is have a ‘my way or the highway approach’ to this problem.” “Nobody gets a 100 percent of what they want. And we have more than met the Republicans halfway at this point.”

Boehner, R-Ohio, on the other hand said in a statement Monday, “If the government shuts down, it will be because Senate Democrats failed to do their job.”

What happened to PBS lineup in Channel 24 Sale?
Orlando Sentinel — The public broadcaster announced Friday, April 1st that it was selling the TV station to focus on radio, which is currently pending approval by the Federal Communications Commission. At the moment PBS is working with other Florida stations to ensure the people of Orlando continue to receive their PBS show according to spokesperson Anne Bentley. WMFE will offer the PBS lineup for 60-90 days.

Jose Fajardo, WMFE President/CEO will continue to stay on until he is told otherwise. The buyer is listed as Community Educators of Orlando Inc. and signing the agreement was Marcus Lamb, founder of religious broadcaster Daystar Television Network. The purchase price is said to be in the amount of $3.5 million including a lease arrangement. $3 million is the actually sale price the remaining monies to be used for 90.7 a robust radio station.

For any one requesting a refund from the spring 2011 should mail their request to WMFE, 11510 E Colonial Drive, Orlando FL 32817 or call during normal business hours 9-5 M-F at 407-273-2300, ext 175.

Republican Senator To Take Away Salaries of School Board Members
Orlando Sentinel — Sen. Steve Wise, R-Jacksonville, chairman of the education committee is proposing a bill that is expected to kill Florida school board salaries doing away with all compensation but a stipend that could be no more than $100 per meeting.

[...]Cadle said Lawmakers might earn less but they also get paid staff and a per diem for each day in Tallahassee.

The Senate education panel is to take up the Bill, SPB 7234, at its 1:15 p.m. meeting Tuesday.

Gov. Scott (R – FL) — Has the "King" run a muck!
Wall Street Journal — The 2012 spending plan reflects cuts of $4.6 billion over the fiscal 2011 budget and Mr. Scott outlined more cuts for fiscal 2013. Ahead of Monday’s announcement, the Republican governor discussed slashing $5 billion from the budget, while cutting property and corporate income taxes by about $2 billion. In addition,

[...]Scott said the Agency for Persons with Disabilities’ ongoing budget deficit currently at $170 million had reached a critical point and needed to be address immediately.

Interesting! So his solution was to slash property and corporate taxes by $2 billion.

Hmm! Makes you wonder what programs or services WOULD have been saved had Gov. Scott not given the wealthy and corporations that $2 billion in tax shelters. Furthermore, as thousands of Floridians remain unemployed, where are the jobs after these shelters? Aren’t you glad you voted for him!

Cigars...
Fire Up with Jose’s top suggestions!
April 9, 2011
Torpedo Maduro
Padron 1964 Anniversary Pryramid Maduro
El Baton Robusto
La Aroma de Cuba Mi Amor Magnifico
Fuente Fuente OpusX XXX Belicoso
Viaje Oro Reserva VOR No. 5

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Today’s Highlights...
April 9, 2011
Orlando, FL — Today’s show was brimming with lively heated discussions! From start to finish, radio host Jose Miranda was on fire as he began the program with several hot button issues and searing rhetoric by the Republican Party. Stating we have accumulated the largest debt in the history of mankind, and this tug-of-war between the parties are out of control. When we go after women’s right, immigration, health, education and cloud issues with the Republican mantra then we are seriously in trouble. Any ambivalence felt by Miranda is over the direction of our nation. It wasn't long into his dialogue when he came under attack from a caller; and, as you well know arguments can flare when small disagreements are sparked, especially when the heated back-and-forth debate was not thoroughly explored by the caller.

In this case, it was over the controversial issue of Planned Parenthood specifically abortions. It appears that the public's perception conflicts on the amount of government spending in this precise area. However, Miranda made clear that disbursement for abortions are less than 3% and, upon further inspection, has been on a decline since it’s legalization in 1973. There is more to Planned Parenthood than just abortions. Nonetheless Jose reminded everyone not to take his word for it but to do the research, examine the data then decide.

Yo Soy Latino is a program that prides itself in bringing you the best of the best, which includes airing details that are accurately researched then communicated. We want to stir and encourage our listeners to call-in. So if you feel the abortion information was incorrectly stated, please let us know. We will be happy to revisit this issue with you.

Shifting gears a bit, Jose gave Haydee a call as she couldn't be in the studio for the airing of the show. She quickly joins in with some lighthearted banter before providing him with this week’s movie pick, Source Code. Then of course Jose puts Haydee on the hot seat asking her what she thought about the bill to cut abortion. It was her firm belief that no one should predicate what a woman should or should not do with her body regardless. That should remain a personal choice.

The hour came upon us too quickly and the one thing that can be said about the YSL show is that there is never a dull moment, especially when Jose Miranda is at the helm. Come back next week and join this dynamic dual for more 'hot mess' mayhem. If you would like to hear more on today’s broadcast, go to last week’s archived show.

Fashion...
Spring/Summer 2011
April 9, 2011
Stripes are big this season. That’s correct! The nautical look will be a dominant part of the Spring/Summer season, which is going to add a very crisp and fresh look to any gal’s wardrobe. Remember anyone can have a seaworthy look even if you never leave port.

Look for simple pieces in the red, white and blue family. You can still keep within the usual traditional feel simply by adding your own balance and style to the look. More importantly, don’t be reluctant to experiment. Pair a white jean skirt with a boat-neck T-shirt in navy or red then add a thick white or navy belt and finish the look with some Keds. You’ll have any captain on the dock saying, “Welcome aboard Matty!”

If a jean skirt makes you uneasy then consider a wide-leg dark navy jean as your staple outfit. Layer it with a white v-neck sweater over a navy blouse. Accent the look with some jewelry like a necklace made of red beads and you will have given that style just the right pop. Also, if the weather is too warm for a sweater, pull out a well-tailored navy blazer, add a white blouse with your jeans and you have an outfit that can be worn from day to night.

Whether you’re chilling by the shore or on a yacht or just staying close to home any plain outfit can have a nautical feel simply by putting on an accent piece, like some gold anchor earring or an anchor necklace. It’s a quick and inexpensive way to achieving this look.

Who knew this look would be so engaging!

Sports Box...
April 9, 2011
Baseball
Ramirez Retires
NEW YORK (AP) — Manny Ramirez (Tampa Bay Rays) walked away from baseball on Friday after testing positive for a performance-enhancing drug, abruptly ending the mercurial career of one of the most talented-and-tainted-hitters to ever play the game. It’s unfortunate!

Red Sox 1st win over NY Yankees
BOSTON (AP) — The Red Sox beat NY Yankees in home opener for first win despite Lackey terrible performance. Six losses in the first six games were plenty to give the Red Sox their 9-6 win.

Giants hold on in 12 innings to win home opener
Aaron Rowand hit a game-winning single off the left-field wall with the bases loaded in the 12th inning and the Giants celebrated raising the World Series flag with a 5-4 victory over St. Louis on Friday. This marked the Giants’ second straight year going extra innings in their home opener. They beat the Braves 5-3 in 13 innings in 2010.

Basketball
Knicks beat the NJ Nets 116-93
NEWARK, NJ (AP) — Carmelo Anthony had 25 points and 14 rebounds, and the New York Knicks ended a franchise-worst steak of nine straight losing seasons by beating the New Jersey Nets 116-93 on Friday for their sixth consecutive victory.

Football
No Fresh talks since NFL Lock-out
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) -- The locked-out NFL players don't want to go back to collective bargaining with the league. They have now made a move to allow their former union boss to be present if court-supervised talks take place between the two sides. Attorneys for the NFL and the players held conference call Friday to discuss mediation with US Distrist Judge Susan Richard Nelson, who is currently deciding whether to lift the lockout. No fresh talks have occurred since the expiration of the previous CBA on March 11.

Wines...
Top Choices for under $25
April 9, 2011
2009 Big House White
2009 Cono Sur Riesling
2008 Dunavar Muscat Ottonel
2009 Casal Thaulero Osco Pinot Grigio
2007 Beaulieu Vineyard Coastal Estates Cabernet Sauvignon
2007 Castano La Casona Monastrell
2009 Concha Y Toro Xplorador Carmenere

Special Interest...
HELPING OTHERS
The Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe has recently been through 2 winter storms leaving the reservation without power or water. They are in dire need of monetary contributions of any size to assist with the incurring expenses. Your donations and contributions will help in keeping their Tribal members alive, fed and warm.

For more information go to the link below: https://secure.piryx.com/donate/0oFFsK8c/Cheyenn-River-Sioux-Tribe/

Also, keep in mind that it’s been a tough year for many Americans and the world at large and your local American Red Cross was not immune. Give generously to this non-government humanitarian emergency assistance and disaster relief program so that they can continue to perform their acts of kindness; for more information go to www.redcross.org.

Recipe...
April 9, 2011
Grilled Skirt Steak with Fregola-Orange Salad
A Michael Schwartz’s favorite alternative to the classic steak and potatoes. His Mediterranean-inspired skirt-steak salad is a wonderful mix of just-seared slices of beef, cool and crisp fennel, chewy fregola (the Sardinian dot-shaped pasta) and juicy oranges, finished with a drizzle of briny black olive tapenade. When pairing with a smooth wine consider the spicy tannins and dark fruit of Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley.

Serving: 6 • Time: 45 min

Ingredients:
¼ cup fregola
1 pound skirt steak, cut crosswise into 6-inch pieces
1 tablespoon pure chile powder, such as ancho
Salt and freshly ground pepper
½ small red onion, sliced into ¼-inch slabs
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 fennel bulb—halved, cored and thinly sliced crosswise
2 medium navel oranges—peeled, quartered lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise
5 ounces baby arugula
4 large radishes, thinly sliced
¼ cup black olive tapenade

Directions:
Light a grill or preheat the broiler. In a saucepan of boiling salted water, cook the fregola until al dente, about 20 minutes. Drain and cool under running water; shake off the excess water.

Meanwhile, rub the steaks with the chile powder and season with salt and pepper. Grill the steaks and the onion slabs over high heat for about 8 minutes, turning occasionally, for medium-rare meat and tender onions. Let the skirt steaks rest for about 10 minutes. Let the onions cool slightly then coarsely chop them.

In a large bowl, whisk the lemon juice into the olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Add the fennel, oranges, arugula, radishes, fregola and grilled onion and toss well. Thinly slice the skirt steaks across the grain and arrange on plates. Spoon the tapenade over the stetaks, mound the salad alongside and serve.

Source: www.foodandwine.com/recipes.

Health...
April 9, 2011
Bad Habits for your Heart
Everyone wants to have a healthy heart. Still, cardiovascular disease affects more than 1 in 3 adults in the United States. The good news is that changing some simple everyday habits can make a big difference in your ability to live a healthy lifestyle.

As the list is large we are only going to cover two of the worst habits for your heart and how to avoid them. If you are interested in reading more, you can go to health.com. The footnote below will give you the specific details.

1. Watching TV
Sitting for hours on end increases your risk of heart attack and stroke, even if you exercise regularly.

“Intermittent exercise doesn’t compensate for the time you sit,” says Harmony R. Reynolds, MD, associate director of the Cardiovascular Clinical Research Center at NYU Langone Medical Center, in New York City.

Why? The lack of movement may affect blood levels of fats and sugars.
Dr. Reynolds advises walking around periodically and, if you’re at work, standing up to talk on the phone.

2. Leaving hostility and depression unchecked
Are you feeling stressed, hostile, or depressed? Remember this too can take its toll on your heart.

While everyone feels this way at some point of the time, how you handle these emotions can affect your heart health. “Those likely to internalize stress are in greater danger; research has shown a benefit to laughter and social support,” Dr. Reynolds says. “And, it’s helpful to be able to go to someone and talk about your problems.”

Source: For more on the worst habits for your heart and how to avoid them, go to www.health.com, contributing writer: Lisa Zamovsky.

Politics...
April 9, 2011
A Look into our Government — Compromise or Shutdown
With no resolve in sight is a Shutdown inevitable? Also, is this really about fiscal responsibility or more of what we saw in the 1995-96 when Republicans pushed too far? What is this dollar figure the Republicans hold steadfast too and are not willing to disclose? What are the issues that remain unresolved if it’s not on “women’s health”, then what? More importantly, if a compromise is reached at what cost, what are we actually giving up? AND, do we fully understand what the signing of this bill actually means?

McKeon, House R-Santa Clarita claims that at least 99% of Republicans do not want to shut down yet when asked if he would consider giving up his pay during a government shutdown he reported stated, “Why should I?” Makes you wonder if they are out for themselves or the people who elected them.

However, if the shut down does goes through, about 800,000 federal employees would be furloughed many of which reside in the DC area, which means no pay until furlough is lifted.

All National Parks will be closed and Florida having two unique national parks in the southernmost points, THE EVERGLADES and DRY TORTUGAS how will we be affected? Tourism brings a large amount of revenue to the state; and, if these national parks are closed, where’s the revenue?

Park Economics:
Everglades National Park reported in 2005 a budget of over $28 million. Of that, $14.8 million is granted from the National Park Service, and $13.5 million from various sources including CERP, donations, and other grants. The entry fee for vehicles in 2006 ranged from $10 to $200 for bus tours. Of the nearly one million visitors to Everglades National Park in 2006, more than 38,000 were overnight campers, paying $16 a night or $10 a night for backcountry permits. Visitors spent $2.6 million within the park (from rafting to kayaking) and $48 million in local economies. More than 900 jobs were sustained or created within or by the park, and the park added value of $35 million to local economies.

As we all know history has a way of repeating itself and the longest government shutdown was during the Clinton administration in 1995 and 1996 when it lasted 21 days and paralyzed important government functions. Additionally, it cost the country more monies then the plan suggested. More importantly, it helped Clinton win re-election in 1996, making it one of Clinton’s greatest political triumphs.

UPDATE: The US GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN has been averted! Tune in to YSL next week as we explore what this actually means to you.

Sunday, April 10, 2011

April 2, 2011 The Race is On for 2012

Thanks....
To our listeners, guests, crew and sponsors who make the Yo Soy Latino show possible a warm and heartfelt thank you.

Yo Soy Latino Radio has been bringing great radio to your neighbors, friends, family, and to you (our listeners) for the past two years. We have done so with help and advertisers like you. But like everyone else in this tough economy we’ve had to tighten our belts and made choices to keep quality programming alive.

If we are to keep the doors open, the lights on and maintain great quality programming like this on the air in Central Florida given these tough economic times, WE NEED YOUR HELP!

Your generous contribution today to the Yo Soy Latino Radio Show will fuel its commitment to bringing Central Florida’s focus on public media.

We would also encourage you to subscribe to our newsletter. Simply send your request to yosoylatino5@aol.com and we’ll make sure to keep you updated on the latest happenings.

While you are doing that please take a moment to share your thoughts, views and ideas regarding the show. If there is something you would like us to consider, let us know.

You can reach us simply by calling the station at 407-774-0810 or sending us an email at yosoylatino5@aol.com. Remember your opinion matters!

To subscribe to our newsletter simply send us an email to yosoylatino5@aol.com or host@yosoylatino.us and we'll make sure to keep you updated!

Cool Trivia
April 2, 2011
1792 – The Coinage Act is passed establishing the United States Mint
1866 – Pres Johnson ends war in Ala, Ark, Fla, Ga, Miss, La, NC, SC, TN & Va
1870 – Victoria Woodhull is the 1st woman to be nominated for US president
1902 – The “Electric Theatre” in LA, is the first motion picture theater to open in the US
1912 – Titanic undergoes sea trials under its own power
1917 – Pres Wilson asks Congress to declare war against Germany
1921 – Prof Albert Einstein lectures in New York City on his NEW theory of relativity
1931 – Teenage girl strikes out Babe Ruth & Lou Gehrig in exhibition game, Chattanooga TN
1932 – Charles Lindbergh turns over $50,000 as ransom for kidnapped son
1935 – Sir Watson-Watt patents RADAR
1958 – National Advisory Council on Aeronautics renamed to NASA
1960 – Cuba buys oil from USSR
1971 – Sci-fi soap opera “DARK SHADOWS” concludes an almost 5-year run
1992 – John Gotti found guilty in death of Paul Castallanos
2006 – Over 60 tornadoes break out and the hardest hit is Tennessee with 29 people killed

Ms. H’s Movies...
Top 10 Box Office
April 2, 2011
1. Dairy of a Wimpy Kid 2: Rodrick Rules
2. Sucker Punch
3. Limitless
4. The Lincoln Lawyer
5. Rango
6. Paul
7. Battle: Los Angeles
8. Red Riding Hood
9. The Adjustment Bureau
10. Mars Needs Moms
Opening This Week:
1. Hop
2. Source Code
3. Cat Run
4. In a Better World (Haevnen)
5. Insidious
6. The Last Godfather
7. Super
8. Trust

Movie Review:
HOP — Rating: 4.5 STARS
This movie was a lot of fun to see. Anyone 5 and up will enjoy the character of E.B. and the rest of the cast members. However, for teachers who are considering a field trip this movie should at the top of their list because it delivers a positive message about reaching your dreams and pursuing them.

Some of the characters do occasionally use words like "idiot," "stupid," and "freak;" also, there is some slapstick violence and perhaps one brief scene in which it appears like the Easter Bunny might be in trouble, but it's okay. As even the kids will be able to tell that everything will be just fine.

However, there is one scene in particular which I found quite amusing. E.B. tries to get into the Playboy mansion because he thinks it's a haven for bunny rabbits. Of course, only the adults in the audience will more than likely get the humor in this; and, for those of you who were wondering — nothing risqué is shown.

HOP is truly delightful and entertaining. And, for those of you who might be concerned about its contents, there is no reference to the holiday's religious meaning.

Breaking News...
World and Local News
April 2, 2011
(CNN) – Southwest Airlines announces that it is grounding 79 planes for inspection after a 3- to 4-foot hole tore open in the fuelage of one of its planes, bringing a view of the blue sky inspecting 79 planes after hole prompts emergency landing

(CNN) – Penguin rescue operation under way after south Atlantic oil spill. Volunteers are struggling to save tens of thousands of Northern Rockhopper penguins threatened by an oil spill in the remote stretches of south Atlantic, roughly 1,500 miles west of Cape Town, South Africa.

(CNN) It’s been four years after the first United Nation declared WORLD AUTISM AWARENESS DAY, the cause of the developmental disorder is still unknown and there is no cure. Autism affects an average of 1 in 110 children in the United States, according to the latest estimates from the Centers for Disease Control ad Prevention.

(Palm Beach Post) — Scott continues to draw in more FIRE with his $1.75 billion in cuts. The question we need to ask is a $2,335 pay cut for the average teacher worth a $44.72 property tax saving for the average Florida homeowner with a homestead exemption? That’s a key question behind the math that Gov. Rick Scott’s administration is banking on for his pared-back school spending plan as the legislature gears up to being its annual session Tuesday and this is only the beginning.

(Orlando Sentinel) — Man burns down house to claim insurance. Bradley Seltmann burned down his Orlando home last October in an attempt to claim $1.1 million in insurance. Seltmann now faces felony charges.

MINNESOTA (Orlando Sentinel) — Changes to Zodiac Signs. According to the Minnesota Planetarium Society, the zodiac calendar has been redefined. Here is where the real signs of the Zodiac should fall. Get ready to have your world forever changed because there is a 13th sign. Former Sagittarians and Capricorns born between Nov. 29 and Dec. 17 will be buzzing about the unknown implications of their new sign. However, they will not be the only ones affected by this change. Check below to see if this new revelation has impinged on the way you see yourself, astrologically.

Capricorn: Jan. 20-Feb. 16.
Aquarius: Feb. 16-March 11.
Pisces: March 11-April 18.
Aries: April 18-May 13.
Taurus: May 13-June 21.
Gemini: June 21-July 20.
Cancer: July 20-Aug. 10.
Leo: Aug. 10-Sept. 16.
Virgo: Sept. 16-Oct. 30.
Libra: Oct. 30-Nov. 23.
Scorpio: Nov. 23-29.
Ophiuchus: Nov. 29-Dec. 17 (this one is new)
Sagittarius: Dec. 17-Jan. 20

Cigars...
April 2, 2011
Fire Up with Jose’s top suggestions:

San Cristobal Classico
Illusione Epernay Le Matin
Padron 1929 No. 6 Maduro
Camacho Corojo Churchill
La Flor Dominicana Air Bender Chisel
Rocky Patel Olde World Reserve
Cohiba Behike BHK 52

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Highlights of Today’s Show...
April 2, 2011
Orlando, FL — YSL is an ever evolving program constantly challenging its host's Jose Miranda and Haydee Ayala as well as its listeners. This week wasn't any different! Our schedule guest regrettably could not make it. However, as always, YSL still had plenty on its plate. We discussed the hot movies out there for one to enjoy to this week’s movie review, and we spoke of the changing world we live in.

Of course YSL did reach out to Alan of Ol’ Times Smoke Shop, one of Jose's pass time pleasures. Even though time seemed to pass rather quickly we managed to focus on the 2012 potential presidential hopefuls from Michele Bachmann (R) to Sarah Palin (R) among a few others.

While there are many Republicans already looking to align themselves as candidates in the 2012 race, most are very, very similar in their line of attack. We need a leader who is not only a politician but has fresh ideas and can deal with other world leaders. Someone who has the ability of thinking outside the box and has done so but more importantly isn’t afraid to make a stand even if he stands alone.

Unfortunately, due to time constraints Miranda finished by reminding us to consider each candidate’s platform carefully. Take time to review their backgrounds look into their track records but do so without being swayed by commercials or speeches. However, in an effort to even the platform a little YSL has added another section to this week’s show, which was not covered in the program. Take a moment to read it. It is under the heading of Politics! and of course listen to the complete show in the archives

Fashion...
Key Looks in Men’s Suits for Spring 2011
April 2, 2011
Men’s suits never actually go out of style but they do improve over time. The same can not be said of most fashion trends. So what are the styles for 2011 spring/summer and more important will they be in fashion in 2012?

The two qualities that any modern suit should aim to have are classicism and masculinity. For example, in the classic part a good suit should have the best elements from peak eras of men’s suiting. The savvy confident look of the 30s and the skinny detailing cuts of the 60s — both looks should be applied to a modern silhouette. As for the masculinity of a suit that unfortunately is less easy to define because it’s all about the cut. The cut will either compliment the male physique, giving the wearer broader shoulders and a slim down waistline highlighting (or implying) an exercised body. In short, what you think as you have on that suit is going to be a key factor. The wearer should always feel like he cleans up well.

There are two cuts in a single breasted suit; and, both are dominant types — the first is a sleek cut which is a single breasted suit and the wearer prefers something of a toned down effect, never casual, but dresses up with restraint. The second is the confidence cut which may be slightly similar to the sleek cut. However, it features one key attribute that’s not consistent with the sleek cut. Instead of a slim to medium lapel this cut is all about peaked lapels and making it more than just a single breasted suit cut.

Next is the double breasted suits and sports coats which are back and I’m not speaking the boxy cut of yesterday. They are now designed to accent and to heighten the perfect masculine shape, I’m talking about the V-shaped, well-worked body. And, if you happened to possess a double breasted suit in your closet take it to your tailor to refresh and bring new life to it. You won’t be disappointed!

Sports Box...
Baseball Opening Day
Boston Red Sox vs. Texas Rangers
ARLINGTON — Rangers open up their defense of their American League pennant on Friday afternoon in Arlington against one of the favorites to win it all this season, the Boston Red Sox. Update: Once again the Rangers dominated the consensus best team, winning 12-5. The win improved Texas to 2-0 on the season.

Detroit Tigers vs. NY Yankees
NEW YORK — Thursday Opening Day — Game 1: Tigers 3, Yankees 6 — Woohoo!
(Yankees.mlb.com)

Update: (ESPN) Game 2: Yankees 10, Tigers 6 — Way to go Yankees!!!!!
In a 10-6 game with two men on and two out in the ninth, Mariano Rivera was summoned to get one more save. He got Miguel Cabrera to ground out. Catcher Russell Martin in his NY Yankees debut showed off his speed on Thursday. Martin helped put the game out of reach, as the Yankees went on to pound the Detroit Tigers, 10-6.

Basketball
(LOS ANGELES, US Sports) — Lakers’ forward Matt Barnes was suspended one game without pay for “escalating an on-court altercation with Dallas Mavericks. Barnes one of five players ejected from the Lakers’ 110-82 victory against the Dallas Mavericks.

Wines...
Top Choices for under $25
April 2, 2011
2008 Caliterra Sauvignon Blanc Reserva
2008 Casal Thaulero Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon
2007 Castano La Casona Monastrell
2008 Castillo De Monseran Garnacha
2008 Cono Sur Viognier
2007 DFJ Vinhos Pedras Do Monte Castelao
2008 Finca Flichman Misterio Malbec
2008 La Puerta Shiraz
2007 Mezzomondo Negroamaro Salento

Special Interest...
HELPING OTHERS
The Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe has recently been through 2 winter storms leaving the reservation without power or water. They are in dire need of monetary contributions of any size to assist with the incurring expenses. Your donations and contributions will help in keeping their Tribal members alive, fed and warm. For more information go to the link below:
https://secure.piryx.com/donate/0oFFsK8c/Cheyenn-River-Sioux-Tribe/

Also, keep in mind that it’s been a tough year for many Americans and the world at large and your local American Red Cross was not immune. Give generously to this non-government humanitarian emergency assistance and disaster relief program so that they can continue to perform their acts of kindness; for more information go to www.redcross.org.

Mmmm Recipe...
Crunchy Asian Pea Salad with Honeyed Bacon
This salad typically includes crispy slices of Chinese sausage. However, an easy way to replace the sausage, which isn’t readily available, is to add thick slices of bacon brushed with a honey-soy mix and then baked in the oven until crunchy. Store-bought chile oil replaces homemade.

Serving: 4 Total Time: 30 min

Ingredients:
6 thick slices of maple-cured bacon (about 6 ounces)
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon soy sauce
½ teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
3 tablespoons pure olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
½ teaspoon finely grated lime zest
1 tablespoon Asian fish sauce
1 tablespoon chile oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper
½ pound snow peas, julienned
6 ounces snow pea shoots (8 cups)
2 tablespoons torn basil leaves
2 tablespoons torn mint leaves

Directions:
Preheat the broiler and position a rack 8 inches from the heat. Arrange the bacon slices on a baking sheet in a single layer. In a small bowl, stir together the honey, soy sauce and five-spice powder and brush liberally over the bacon. Broil for 10 minutes, turning once, until the bacon slices are browned and crisp. Transfer the bacon to a work surface and cut into 1/2-inch pieces. Let the bacon cool.
In a large bowl, whisk the olive oil with the lime juice, lime zest, fish sauce and chile oil and season with salt and pepper. Add the snow peas, pea shoots, basil, mint and bacon and toss. Serve right away.

Health...
What Causes Hives and Angioedema?
April 2, 2011
Hives and angioedema form when, in response to histamine, blood plasma leaks out of small blood vessels in the skin. Histamine is a chemical released from specialized cells along the skin's blood vessels.

Allergic reactions, chemicals in foods, insect stings, sunlight exposure, or medicines can all cause histamine release. Sometimes it's impossible to find out exactly why hives have formed.

There are several different types of hives and angioedema, including:
Acute urticaria and/or angiodema: Hives or swelling lasting less than six weeks. The most common causes are foods, medicines, latex, or infections. Insect bites and internal disease may also be responsible. The most common foods that cause hives are nuts, chocolate, fish, tomatoes, eggs, fresh berries, soy, wheat, and milk. Fresh foods cause hives more often than cooked foods. Certain food additives and preservatives may also be to blame. Medicines that can cause hives and angioedema include aspirin and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen), high blood pressure medications (ACE inhibitors), or painkillers such as codeine.

Chronic urticaria and/or angioedema: Hives or swelling lasting more than six weeks. The cause of this type of hives is usually more difficult to identify than those causing acute urticaria and/or angioedema. The causes can be similar to those of acute urticaria but can also include autoimmunity, chronic infections, hormonal disorders, and malignancy.

Physical urticaria: Hives caused by direct physical stimulation of the skin — for example, cold, heat, sun exposure, vibration, pressure, sweating, and exercise. The hives usually occur right where the skin was stimulated and rarely appear anywhere else. Most of the hives appear within one hour after exposure.

Dermatographism: Hives that form after firmly stroking or scratching the skin. These hives can also occur along with other forms of urticaria.

Hereditary angioedema: This is painful swelling of tissue. It is passed on through families.

Source: www.webmd.com

Politics...
The Race for 2012 is on!
April 2, 2011
Since 2012 is rapidly upon us, it is up to us to be prepared so that we can make the best choice possible. Keep in mind there is going to be much said by way of ads, blogs, and media coverage. Therefore, YSL decided to take a fair look at the ups and downs of the U.S. business cycle (beyond the direct control of policymakers) during the last 40 years from 1961 through 2000.

Beginning 1961-1968, 1977-1980, 1993-2000, the United States had a Democrat as president which was only half of the time (1961-1968, 1977-80 and 1993-2000). Then there was a Republican president for the other twenty years (1969-1976 and 1981-1992).

Let’s look at the strength on both sides then review the last twenty years when either party held office. It would stand to reason that similar results within the two groups would have taken place. However, not so, there was a significant gain when a Democrat occupied the White House in each of the five categories below.

% Per Annum Democratic Republican Bush43
GDP Growth....4.1%............2.9%..........2.2%
Employment....2.9%............1.7%..........0.5%
CPI.................4.0%.............5.1%.........3.0%
DJIA...............8.1%..............6.5%.......0.9%
Dollar...........+0.8%..............-3.6%......-5.9%

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Source: US employment growth during different presidencies; consumer Price Inflation during the last nine presidencies, stock market performance under different presidencies, and US Real Economic Growth under different presidencies.
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With that said, the following individuals are listed as potential Presidential Candidates in the 2012 elections. ONLY those names in BOLD print have formally declared their running in the 2012 Presidential Election.

Potential Presidential Candidates by Parties
Democratic
Barack H. Obama, D
Randall Terry, D

Libertarian
Wayne Ally Root, L
R. Lee Wrights, L

Independent
Charlie Crist, I
Mike Bloomberg, I
Tim Gay Sr., I
Becky Rusher, I

Republican
Michele Bachmann, R
Haley R. Barbour, R
John Bolton, R
Jeb E. Bush, R
Jimmy McMillan, R
Herman Cain, R
Chris J. Christie, R
Rudy Giuliani, R
Mitch E. Daniels, R
Jim W. DeMint, R
Newt L. Gingrich, R
Buddy Roemer, R
Scott Brown, R
Lindsey Graham, R
Mike D. Huckabee, R
Bobby A. Jindal, R
Tom Miller, R
Gary E. Johnson, R
Fred Karger, R
Bob F. McDonnell, R
Sarah Palin, R
Andy Martin, R
Jon Huntsman, R
Mike Pence, R
Ron E. Paul, R
Tim J. Pawlenty, R
David Petraeus, R
Marco Rubio, R
Mitt M. Romney, R
Rick J. Santorum, R
John Thune, R
Donald Trump, R
Source: Various – wikipedia.org/, presidential-candidates.org/, New York Times.

In closing YSL came across a statement from “The Notes” as reported by Michael Falcone for ABC News which we would like to share with you.

The Republican National Committee also chimed by unveiling a new website and ad using the theme, “Hope Isn’t Hiring,” pinning the nation's nearly 9 percent unemployment rate, a growing national debt and rising gas prices on Obama.

These problems were not a result of a 4-year term but one that was in fact generated by the predecessors of this esteem office.

March 26, 2011 Cool Trivia, Fashion, and this week's recipe...Molten Chocolate Cakes Mmm, Mmm Good!

Saturday, March 5, 2011

March 5, 2011 – Guest appearance by: Robert Hill, Ronald Blocker and Destiny Lopez

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Cool Trivia

March 5, 2011

1558 – Smoking tobacco introduced in Europe by Francisco Fernandes of Spain

1623 – First American temperance law enacted in Virginia

1770 – Boston Massacre, British troops killed 5 in crowd and Crispus Attackus becomes the 1st black to die for American freedom

1821 – Monroe is the first president inaugurated on March 5th, because the 4th was
Sunday

1836 – Mexico attacks Alamo and the first pistol, 34-caliber “Texas” model was manufactured by Samuel Colt

1845 – Congress appropriates $30,000 to ship camels to western US, the chief promoter of the project was Jefferson Davis then the Senator from Mississippi

1849 – Zachary Taylor sworn in as 12th president

1856 – Georgia become the first state to regulate railroads

1897 – American Negro Academy forms

1917 – 1st jazz recording for Victor Records released

1923 – 1st old age pension plans in US established by Montana & Nevada

1945 – World War II: The “Battle of the Ruhr” begins

1956 – “King Kong,” first televised

1979 – Voyager I made its closest approach to Jupiter (172,000 miles)

1994 – Largest milkshake (1,955 gallons of chocolate) in Nelspruit So. Africa

Ms. H’s Movies...
Topmost Recommended
1. Hall Pass
2. Gnomeo & Juliet
3. Unknown
4. I Am Number Four
5. Just Go With It
6. Justin Bieber: Never Say Never: The Director’s Fan Cut
7. Big Mommas: Like Father, Like Son
8. The King’s Speech
9. Drive Angry 3D
10. True Grit

Opening This Week...
1. The Adjustment Bureau
2. Beastly
3. Rango
4. Take Me Home Tonight
5. Bereavement
6. Uncle Boonmee Who Can Recall His Past Lives

This Week’s Movie Review:
Hall Pass— 2.5 Star Rating
Comedy
To be blunt the 1955 classic movie of “The Seven Year Itch” with Marilyn Monroe was a lot better. “HALL PASS” though sporadically funny was also particularly disappointing in spite of its cast members—Owen Wilson, Jenna Fisher, Christina Applegate, and Nicky Whelan.

It had a mellow and relaxing comedy of some common sensibility with lots of eye candy that’s sure to appeal to any generation. But, to this moviegoer, it was too ambitious at trying to illustrate aging men who are quelled or feel suppressed by the old ball and chain (marriage).

So what's the bottom line? This film is a bittersweet look into the meager existence of these men who make an attempt to fight off the aging process by recapturing their youth. Much like the clichés when one is buying sports cars or motorbikes to make them more appealing to the opposite sex. However, one thing is certain! After leaving the theater you’ll return home with a healthier appreciation for your mate. Therefore, all was not lost. As a result, I gave it a 2.5 star rating.

Cigars...
March 5, 2011
Jose’s Cigar Picks:

H. Upmann Half Corona
Montecristo No. 2 Gran Reserva
Cohiba 1966 Edicion Limitada
Ramon Allones Allones Extra
Para Ti Prominentes
Casa Magna - Colorado
Davidoff Puro d’Oro Delicioso

Special Shout Out...
Ol’ Times Smoke Shop
Casselberry’s best kept secret, located at 860 E. HWY 436, Telephone: 407-699-6163, Website: www.oltimescigars.com

Highlights of Today’s Show...
Guest appearance by:
Robert Hill, Ronald Blocker and Destiny Lopez

by Haydee Ayala
Orlando, FL — The studio was buzzing with excitement as Jose Miranda, host of the Yo Soy Latino Show, opened with a fierce assault on the Republic Party who sadly enough have lost their way. Miranda spoke of their open attacks on Planned Parenthood, to immigration and jobs and the latest PBS funding.

Right now woman’s rights are under brutal attack while many Floridians remain jobless despite the downward slide in the percentage that was recently reported and a budget crisis that continues to loom. Of course, let’s not forget the plans on revoking funding for PBS which would remove free programming like Sesame Street and Reading is Fundamental.

First on the guest lineup was Destiny Lopez, Director of Latino Engagement for Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA). Ms. Lopez spoke of the damaging affects these talks have had on Planned Parenthood, a service which assist both men and women struggling with high healthcare cost or a lack of insurance. The PPFA offers many services—education, routine checkups and more. More so for women then men since women do need checkups regularly but often put it off because it causes a strain on family income. Abortion on the other hand is just 3% nationwide of what the PPFA provides. Though one caller refuted the 3 percentile stating that this number is greater, which of course the argument was presented by those who are looking to cut back yet the PPFA remained firm that abortions are only 3% according to Ms. Lopez.

So YSL did some investigative work on the statistics of abortion. According to census.gov and various other reporting agencies for which race was the focal point of the report the highest number of women who obtained legally induced abortions were known to be white, the second were black and the third were other races which included Hispanics, Asians, American Indians. Only a very small percentage of women their race was unknown. In addition, these statistics indicated that from 1990 to 2006 abortions have been on a declining slope.

Next was Robert Hill, Artistic Director of the Orlando Ballet. Hill is known for his lavish and creative choreography. His quest today was in getting the word out that the Orlando Ballet is presenting for the second year, “Bailamos!” This unique production carries a heavy Latin theme with a variety of tantalizing choreographies. Its inspiration will be honoring melodies like huapango, danzon, tango and of course, some HOT Salsa dancing.

The performance is going to be for one-night-only on March 12, 2011 at 8 p.m. at the Orange County Convention Center in the Linda Chapin Theatre. You won’t want to miss it! The intensity of the music and the moves alone in “Bailamos!” will certainly bring you to your feet and what better way to close out an evening with friends, your significant other, or just a night out with the girls. Call the box office for tickets. Come out and support the Orlando Ballet in this fundraiser. All of course, YSL did manage to give away a few tickets to some of our lucky listeners.

As the hour draws near YSL closes the show with Ronald Blocker, this year’s recipient of the 2011 Florida’s Superintendent of the Year award. Mr. Blocker who leads the national’s 10th largest school district was on-hand to discuss a caller’s question on the racial tension at East River High School.

Of course, Mr. Blocker provided YSL with a copy of a letter outlining the findings of the investigation. Based on the details of this letter, the investigation revealed that the fight occurred because of a stolen cell phone and all 10 students involved confirmed same. Then a few days later a student at the pep rally runs around the gym carrying a flag from a South American country and as a result the flag was confiscated and the student escorted out.

The following day several students came to school wearing clothing containing flags. Administration erroneously considered this to be a possible disruption and asks those students to remove the article of clothing. Parents of these students considered this action inappropriate and complained that the administrator’s action was discriminatory. It is also said that of the six concerns brought to the attention of the school, five were investigated and only one was deemed accurate.

In addition, there were two most recent incidents one of which was outside the school grounds involving an East River High School student and two adult males. Although the fight occurred in the community law enforcement’s investigation and that of a district staff determined the fight was not racial in nature. The second fight which happened on school campus involving one Hispanic youth and an Anglo young man again after the investigation of a school staff and law enforcement determined that it too was not racial in nature.

There have been several measures taken. Selected students and staff have form a group titled “PULSE,” This involves working together to increase awareness of cultural diversity in the school addressing the three major areas of concern—History of the Area; Geographic and Environmental Challenges; and Economic Conditions. Finally, the school contracted with California University at Eastbay to sponsor Challenge Day on April 28th. The objective is to tear down the walls of separation and inspire participants to work and live in an encouraging environment of acceptance and respect.

Talk about a hot mess! If you wish to hear more on today’s program, please visit our shows’ archive and listen in to all the mayhem, the hilarious banter and other kinds of crazy going on. We hope you enjoyed the show and ask that you come back next week for another fun exchange of dialogue at YSL.

Fashion...
March 5, 2011
Trendy Hair Styles 2011

As we enter spring, now would be the time to get your locks in perfect condition with these HOT hair style trends for 2011. Start with a cut that gives you a chance to play with texture. A style that will not only match your bone structure and skin type but allow you to pull off the daring glam looks in an instant.

For example short styles with BANGS, very hot this year! Perhaps the look was stirred after Angelina Jolie’s character in the movie SALT. However, keep in mind that bangs can be a drawback and may not for everyone.

Now for the mid-length wearer, this is the most dominant of hairstyles because it is a safe haven for women allowing them to test the haircuts without much effort. A medium length hairstyle will give a woman a renew outlook, one that’s refresh and still heightens their features. It is quite flexible for any style and can add volume to your hair while making it look flowingly.

Long trendy hairstyles are still in the running and are one of the most popular trends for this year. As more females take pleasure wearing their stunning long locks with wavy layers. However, the straight hair is still a head turner.

Obviously, not all styles are for everyone. Still, my suggestion would be to pick one that closes matches your inner being and more importantly will allow the outer you thrive.

Sports Box...
Updates
BASEBALL - YAHOO! SPORTS, JM Van Horn (edited copy)

Four things to expect from the 2011 MLB season:
1. Hanley Ramirez Will Earn the NL MVP Award
The Marlins bought in some talent on the mound and at bat to make up for the depart Dan Uggla. Ramirez, on the other hand, knows he will need to take more of a leadership role and be the spark to keep the offense going. However, you can expect a MVP season from Ramirez as he enters his fifth year in the majors after coming off a disappointing 2010 season. Reason being he will remind the rest of baseball why he is the best in the game aside from Albert Pujols.

2. The New York Yankees Won’t Make the Playoffs
As the Yankees enter the 2011 season there are several question on their pitching staff. For starters, the Yankees have been unable to bring in any big arms to help bolster its lineup and much of the team’s success is being placed on Phil Hughes and A.J. Burnett. To find the same level of production from their star players—Jorge Posada, Mariano Rivera, and Derek Jeter seems unlikely. Sadly enough it doesn’t appear like they will have enough juice to make it to the playoffs.

3. The Emergence of a Small Market Team
Just about every year baseball fans see a small market team who goes against the big boys to make a serious run at a playoff berth. This year you can expect to see the Baltimore Orioles put the heat on some of the top dogs in the AL East. The Orioles have added some power with their bats and have some young talented pitchers. Plus, they are going to be the team who shows the biggest improvement over their 2010 record of 66-96.

4. Legitimate Triple Crown Threat
The last time baseball fans saw a Triple Crown winner was Carl Yastrzemski who earned the honor in 1967 with the Boston Red Sox, leading the way with a .321 batting average (44 HRs and 121 runs driven in). Two players to watch for in 2011 will be Miguel Cabrera—Detroit Tigers (who was in the top three in each category but Josh Hamilton and Jose Bautista kept him from the award) and Albert Pujols—St. Louis Cardinals’ slugger, despite the media circus regarding a new deal.

FOOTBALL - CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Bears have restructured Pro Bowl defensive end Julius Peppers’ contract to create more salary-cap room for next season, information leaked by a source under the condition of anonymity.

Peppers signed a six-year deal worth potentially $91.5 million a year, was due a $10.5 million roster bonus for next season. Instead, the team exercised its right to convert that money into a signing bonus and prorate it over the remaining years of his contract, which runs through the 2015 season. That saves roughly $8 million in cap space for next season, giving the Bears more room to bring in free agents and retain their own.

BASKETBALL - FLORIDA (Orlando Sentinel) — The Orlando Magic storm back from 24 down in the 3rd quarter to shock rival Miami Heat, finally getting their signature win! This is the second-greatest comeback in team history.

BOSTON (AP) — Boston Celtics forward Glen Davis will miss a week due to a left knee injury but no major damage. However, it didn’t affect Wednesday’s victory game over the Phoenix Sun. Davis is averaging 11.6 points and 5.3 rebounds.

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Clippers got their leading scorer back, and he didn’t miss a beat. Eric Gordon scored nine of his 24 points in the final 4:46 and Los Angeles snapped a five-game losing streak with a 106-103 victory over the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night.

Top Wines
Under $25
2003 Rosemount Shiraz Estate (red)
Razor’s Edge Shiraz (red)
Yellow Tail Shiraz (red)
Columbia Crest Merlot Grand Estates (red)
Tin Roof Merlot (red)
Ferrari-Carano’s Fume Blanc 2004 (white)
Sacred Hill Wines Sauvignon Blanc, Whitecliff Estates, 2004 (white)
Kim Crawford Wines Sauvignon Black, Marlborough, 2004 (white)

Special Interest
HELPING OTHERS
The Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe has recently been through 2 winter storms leaving the reservation without power or water. They are in dire need of monetary contributions of any size to assist with the incurring expenses. Your donations and contributions will help in keeping their Tribal members alive, fed and warm. For more information go to the link below:
https://secure.piryx.com/donate/0oFFsK8c/Cheyenn-River-Sioux-Tribe/

Also, keep in mind that it’s been a tough year for many Americans and the world at large and your local American Red Cross was not immune. Give generously to this non-government humanitarian emergency assistance and disaster relief program so that they can continue to perform their acts of kindness; for more information go to www.redcross.org.

Mmmm Recipe...
Steamed Red Snapper Packets

Jamaicans call this dish “roast fish,” even though the seafood actually streams in a foil packet with vegetables. Pair it with Vermentino, a white wine, as that will go well with white fish like snapper, partly because Vermentino’s lemony acidity works in a similar way to a squeeze of lemon.
Total Time: 3 HRS Serves: 6

Ingredients:
2 tablespoons canola oil, plus more for brushing
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
4 carrots, thinly sliced on the diagonal
1 bunch of scallions, cut into 3-inch lengths
18 okra, halved lengthwise
½ Scotch bonnet or habanera Chile, seeded and minced
2 tomatoes cut into eighths
Pinch of ground allspice
Salt and freshly ground pepper
Six 7-ounce red snapper fillets (about 1 ½ inches thick), skin lightly scored
Lemon wedges, for serving, if desired
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 500°. In a large skillet, heat the 2 tablespoons of canola oil. Add the garlic and carrots and cook over moderately high heat, stirring, until they are barely tender, about 3 minutes. Add the scallions, okra and Scotch bonnet and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the tomatoes and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Stir in the allspice and season with salt and pepper. Let cool slightly.
Place six 12-inch squares of heavy-duty aluminum foil on a work surface, shiny side down, and brush with oil. Season the snapper fillets with salt and pepper and place one in the center of each piece of foil. Spoon the vegetables over the fillets. Fold up the sides of the foil and seal each packet.
Arrange the packets on a sturdy baking sheet and bake for about 18 minutes, until the fish is tender and the vegetables are cooked through. Transfer the packets to plates.
Source: foodandwine.com, recipe by Bradford Thompson. For Fish tea recipe which is excluded from this recipe go to www.foodandwine.com/recipes/steamed-red-snapper-packets.

Health....
Dry Skin Care – Remedy and Treatment

Having dry skin may sound good but it can cause problems. If you have dry skin, you probably don't have pimples very often but you may have skin that is dull and flakes which can make your lines and wrinkles look worse than they are.

Your age and your environment can cause you to have dry skin. As you get older, your sebaceous glands produce less sebum, the natural oil your skin needs. Also, your skin retains less moisture as you age because of the way collagen and elastin, which bind skin together break down. As these break down, your skin cannot retain as much moisture and you develop dry skin. If you live in a warm, dry, and windy environment, that can contribute to dry skin as well, so does too much sun exposure and using harsh cleansers on your skin. Your genes are also a factor.

If you live in an area that is windy and has little humidity, you may have dry skin. Places with very cold winters can also contribute to dry skin. You may spend most of your time inside but the heating and air conditioning in the home can remove moisture from the air and your skin. Dry skin will appear flaky and look very tight since it causes the pores to shrink. You may not see any symptoms of dry skin yet but as you age, you should be on the lookout for them.

You need to take care with dry skin to keep it moisturized. You can do this by avoiding products with alcohol in them. Look for cleansers and lotions with alpha hydroxyl, lactic acid, petroleum lanolin, and glycerin in them.

Your dry skin may not feel like it is dirty but you still need to clean it when you get up and when you go to bed with a gentle cleanser and using warm, not hot, water, and rinse it with cool water. Avoid hot water if you have dry skin. Pat your skin to dry it after washing it and use a light moisturizer like one with Vitamin E. Your make up should be moisturizing as well.

It is also helpful if you have dry skin to drink a lot of water and eat foods high in water like watermelon and cucumber. Fresh produce is a good source of hydration for your skin and gives you important nutrients, fiber, and antioxidants. Antioxidants are good for helping slow the breakdown of your skin layers.

Source: www.healthhints.org.

Friday, March 4, 2011

Destiny Lopez will be Joining YSL Saturday March 5, 2011

Just in...
As the issue of plan parenthood resonates statewide, YSL will be engaging Ms. Destiny Lopez Director of Latino Engagement for Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) in a live telephone interview. The interview will take place Saturday around 12:05 pm.

Ms. Lopez will be speaking on Planned Parenthood and also on Móvil (Planned Parenthood en Español Móvil) an online service which receives 24 million visits per year from members (not all of which are women) but individuals who want to get information about family planning services. A service critical to Latinas because Latinas have lower screening rates for mammography and Pap tests than non-Latina, white and black women.

Hopefully Ms. Lopez will be able to share with us how these over-the-top discussions statewide have or have not affected the process of the PPFA.

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Guest Appearance by Robert Hill and Ronald Blocker

Saturday, March 5, 2011...
Guest appearance by Robert Hill and Ronald Blocker
It’s only a few days away! Prepare yourself for another provocative show as YSL brings you the Creative Artistic Director of the Orlando Ballet, Mr. Robert Hill. Mr. Hill will be on the show to promote the Orlando Ballet’s upcoming production of the second annual fundraiser “BAILAMOS!” which we understand is due to grace the stage on March 12, 2011 for one-night-only. This successful production is back by popular demand and was introduced as a staple of the Ballet last year. However, this year’s performance is going to be one fiery ferocious presentation and Mr. Hill has agreed to give YSL the scoop.

Also, we will have Mr. Ronald Blocker who’s not a stranger to the YSL family but has recently been named the 2011 Florida Superintendent of the Year by the Florida Association of District School. Congratulations Mr. Blocker. Blocker has been leading the nation’s 10th largest school district since July 2000 and given the ongoing issues surrounding the brutal attacks at the East River High School, perhaps Mr. Blocker can share some of his insight. Not only does this type of violence violate the student’s code of conduct but it impacts a child’s educational achievement.

So sit back and enjoy that cup of coffee with us and listen to YSL, “Radio The Way It Ought To Be! Saturday, March 5th from Noon to 1:00 p.m. on the BIG810 AM WEUS.