The Thursday Flyover Replay : Trump Cabinet Bomb Threats, Ancient Sandwiches, and a Popsicle Caper

Presented by Russell Sherrard,

Narrated by Artificial Intelligence, Our Hosts are Christopher and Jenny,

THE FLYOVER REPLAY,

Thursday, November 28, 2024,

Good Morning! On this day in 1520, Portuguese navigator Ferdinand Magellan, leading three ships, entered a new ocean, naming it the Pacific for its calm waters.

To our readers: Everyone at The Flyover Replay is grateful for your support and wishes you a wonderful Thanksgiving!

We work hard to bring you The Flyover Replay every day without the legacy media bias. If you appreciate our work, please read a special message below.

We hope you enjoyed reading today’s Flyover. Let us know how we’re doing by replying to Russell Sherrard at russellsherrard@reagan.com.

The sponsors keep the tanks full around here. Be sure to check out today’s sponsors.

TAKEOFF,

Trump Cabinet Picks Get Bomb Threats,

Several of President-elect Donald Trump’s Cabinet nominees and administration appointees faced bomb threats and “swatting” attacks on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Rep. Elise Stefanik, Trump’s nominee for U.N. ambassador, was among those targeted while traveling with her family, while former Rep. Matt Gaetz, who recently withdrew his bid for attorney general, had a bomb squad respond to his Florida home.

The FBI is investigating the numerous threats targeting appointees for departments including Agriculture, Housing, and Labor, with some receiving pro-Palestinian-themed messages and others having bomb squads dispatched to their homes.

None of the incidents involved Trump or Vice President-elect JD Vance, who are under Secret Service protection, while transition spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt condemned the threats as “violent, unAmerican threats.”

China Releases Three American Prisoners,

The Biden administration secured the release of three Americans detained in China through a prisoner swap involving at least one Chinese citizen held in U.S. custody.

U.S. officials confirmed Mark Swidan, Kai Li, and John Leung were freed following years of imprisonment on alleged spying and drug-trafficking charges.

The U.S. had classified Li and Swidan as wrongfully detained, engaging in numerous talks with Chinese officials over the past four years regarding a possible release.

The White House has not disclosed who, if anyone, was released in exchange for the three U.S. citizens.

How America Celebrates Thanksgiving,

Americans are regionally divided on trends, family traditions, and what makes a city a festive destination, according to studies on how the nation celebrates Thanksgiving.

One study found that Americans even pronounce Thanksgiving in three distinct ways: “THANGS-giv-ing,” “THANKSgiving,” and “thanksGIVing,” reflecting regional differences in speech.

Thanksgiving side dishes also had regional preferences, with candied yams favored in the West, green bean casserole in the Midwest, cornbread dressing in the South, and potato casserole in the East.

A recent survey named San Diego, California, as the best city to visit for Thanksgiving, citing its numerous highly rated restaurants. Atlanta, Georgia, also made the list for its holiday decorations and airport.

POLITICS,

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, a Stanford University health policy professor known for opposing COVID-19 lockdowns, as director of the National Institutes of Health.

Speaking of the president-elect, Emerson College’s first post-election poll revealed Trump’s favorability increased by six points to 54%, while President Joe Biden’s job approval fell to a four-year low of 36%.

Meanwhile, the Harris campaign admitted internal polls never showed her defeating Trump, despite assuring donors they could win and secure three to four of the swing states.

After a word from one of our sponsors Jenny will be Narrating the last half of the news.

And Now, A word From one of Our Sponsors,

Add Audio to your blog posts.

Are you an author or writer with a Blog and wonder if it is being effective?
I have added audio to my blog posts and am getting good comments. I can add voice to your blog posts. You choose Male/Female $10 per post. Direct your inquiries to russellsherrard@reagan.com

Thanks Christopher,

DEAR FLYOVER REPLAY READER,

The Flyover Replay believes that—like us—everyday Americans are fed up with the daily barrage of biased corporate media. Some of you have been flying with us from the start, and others have boarded along the way. I am so grateful you’re here.

Since our launch, the mainstream media has gotten worse—with celebrity journalists pushing their agendas and favorite candidates under the guise of impartial reporting. We aren’t perfect, but when we miss the mark, we own it and correct it because your trust is essential to our success.

What I’ve learned since our launch is that millions of Americans still value straightforward, fact-driven journalism—something that’s hard to find among the circus of today’s broadcast, cable, and print outlets.

But let me be candid. To keep delivering free, unbiased news, I need your support. Although I appreciate our advertisers, they don’t cover all our costs. Many of you have asked how you can help. The Flyover Replay is, and will always be, 100% free. But to maintain that, I’m asking readers who are able to make a special contribution to consider doing so.

I understand that not everyone is in a position to give, and for some, even $15 is a big sacrifice. Any amount, however large or small, will go a long way in helping us continue to provide fair, unbiased news and meet our financial goals by the end of the month. Will you make a special contribution today? EMail Russell Sherrard at russellsherrard@reagan.com and I will send you a link where you can contribute any amount.

Now, back to the News.

SPORTS,

Three NFL games will take center stage today: At noon ET, the Detroit Lions will host the Chicago Bears; the Dallas Cowboys will take on the New York Giants at 4:30 p.m.; and finally, the Green Bay Packers and Miami Dolphins will square off at 8:20 p.m.

NBA Cup update: The Houston Rockets advanced to the knockout rounds on Tuesday after moving to 3-0 in group play, while the Utah Jazz, Toronto Raptors, and Washington Wizards were eliminated.

Former New York Giants starting quarterback Daniel Jones is signing with the Minnesota Vikings.

The Holiday Section

Black Friday (Nov. 29) and Cyber Monday (Dec. 2) have merged into one long shopping event, with retailers offering similar online deals across both days. A record 131.7 million people plan to shop on Black Friday and 72.3 million on Cyber Monday.

A grandmother gave her Yorkie’s personal space a Christmas makeover, complete with festive beds, toys in a candy cane basket, and holiday decorations, continuing her tradition of spoiling her “grandpup.”

Here are 14 different advent calendar ideas for couples this Christmas, ranging from DIY date calendars and photo memories to puzzle challenges and romantic activities.

FINANCE,

Big Stock Move: Shares of drone maker Unusual Machines jumped 84% on Wednesday after Donald Trump Jr. joined its advisory board.

The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation measure rose to 2.3% annually in October, in line with expectations, with spending up 0.4% and personal income increasing 0.6%.

Disney agreed to pay $43.25 million to settle a class action lawsuit that claimed the company paid female employees less than their male counterparts.

Moana 2 is expected to help deliver the biggest post-pandemic Thanksgiving box office yet, with projections of $120-150 million in ticket sales through Sunday.

SCIENCE AND TECH,

A solar storm is expected to reach Earth in time for Thanksgiving, creating colorful Northern Lights visible in parts of the northern U.S. tonight and Friday.

Astronauts on the International Space Station (ISS) will celebrate Thanksgiving with a menu of smoked turkey, spiced apples, butternut squash, sardines, and Brussels sprouts, resembling Earth’s holiday traditions.

TikTok will restrict certain beauty filters for users under 18 following a study highlighting concerns from teens and parents about their effects on self-image.

THE ROTATOR,
THROWBACK THURSDAY,

A Czech photographer created a powerful series called Faces of Century, capturing portraits of centenarians alongside photos from their youth.

A California food historian has been exploring forgotten sandwich recipes, from a tasty 200 B.C.E. Chinese beef sandwich to a failed 1905 minced oyster creation and Gene Kelly’s unusual mashed potato version.

Do you have one of these at home? A quirky feature found in some 1950s and ’60s bathrooms was a small, drainless tub built next to the main bathtub, originally designed to display artificial plants.

ET CETERA,

A California man was arrested at the airport after allegedly trying to smuggle 71 pounds of methamphetamine-soaked clothing to Australia, including a distinctive cow onesie pajamas.

A humpback whale made a surprising appearance in New York City’s East River near the Brooklyn Bridge, marking the species’ first visit to the area since 2022.

Two toddlers, a brother and sister, worked together to sneak popsicles from the kitchen while their mom secretly watched.

Daily Quote,

“Just your annual reminder not to use the Great Salt Lake to brine your turkey.”

— Utah Park officials, reminding locals not to brine turkeys in the Great Salt Lake after a bird washed up on the beach.

And thats the news for today.

And Now a word from our sponsor, Interactive Romans Road World English Version

Go to https:// payhip.com/ Christian NonFiction eBookStore then scroll down and click on Interactive Romans Road World English Version
Long Ago, when the Roman Empire was at the height of its glory, a common saying was “All Roads Lead to Rome.” I want to tell you about a very special road — a road that existed then and still exists now. This road, now almost 2,000 years old, has never led to Rome. Yet, strangely enough, it is called the Romans Road.
This takes the reader to selected passages in the Book of Romans in the Bible to explain the plan of Salvation. This is the ideal way to share the gospel using your Kindle. The reader can also read the entire book of Romans un-interrupted.