Tim Phillips Show 2/26/26

Americans put in a lot of hours on the job. On average, U.S. workers clock 1,796 hours a year, which is 179 more than employees in Japan, 284 more than those in the U.K., and a striking 465 more than workers in Germany. And in today’s world, remote work hasn’t exactly slowed things down. In many cases, it’s blurred the boundaries between work and home even more, stretching the workday longer than ever. 

While we all work hard, there are people in some cities that work even harder. WalletHub just dropped a ranking of the hardest-working cities in the country. They analyzed 116 of the largest U.S. cities across a number of factors including employment rate, average weekly hours worked, average commute time, numbers of workers with multiple jobs, share of workers leaving vacation time unused, and average leisure time per day. According to the research, the hardest-working city in the country is Cheyenne, Wyoming.

Here are the Top 5 Hardest-Working Cities:

Cheyenne, Wyoming
Anchorage, Alaska
Washington, D.C.
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Irving, Texas
On the other end of the scale, the least hardworking state is Burlington, Vermont, followed by Detroit, Michigan, and Buffalo, New York.

Throwback Thursday to 1999
ANGEL OF MINE    MONICA    1999

1999

President Bill Clinton faces impeachment proceedings.

The file-sharing service Napster is created.

The Dow Jones closes above 11,000 for the first time.

Helen Clark becomes the first female Prime Minister elected in New Zealand.

Eleven countries begin to use the Euro as their currency.
What happened in 1999 Major News Stories include World Worries about Y2K and the millennium bug, Columbine High School shootings, Dr. Jack Kevorkian, found guilty of second-degree murder for giving a lethal injection in a case of voluntary euthanasia, Start of Millennium celebrations worldwide, Euro currency introduced, Pakistan and India fight for control of Kashmir. The worlds population exceeds Six Billion. The Wars in the Balkans continue to cause suffering in the region, but both sides do come to the table and a peace is agreed. The world prepares for the new millennium parties and computers around the world run testing for the millennium bug which could cause wide scale disruption to business and infrastructure if not fixed. The take up of the Internet and Mobile Phones around the world open up new opportunities for successful entrepreneurs.

1 LB of Bacon $2.59

Ground Coffee per IB $3.41

Loaf of Bread $1.49

Dozen Eggs 89 cents
Barbie Dream House
Manufacturer: Mattel
Price: $134.99
Game Boy Color
Manufacturer: Nintendo
Price: $79.99
My Space was officially introduced to the Internet

Bluetooth announced.

The initial release of Napster
Ty Warner toys announces a small pint-sized black bear, called 'The End' on their web site which is to signify the end of Beanie Babies.

Popular Films
Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace

The Sixth Sense

Toy Story 2

The Matrix

Tarzan

The Mummy

Notting Hill

The World Is Not Enough

American Beauty

Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me

American Pie

October Sky

South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut
Popular TV
Simpsons

Beverly Hills 90210

One Foot in the Grave (UK)

Frasier

The X-Files

Chicago Hope

ER

Friends

7th Heaven

Everybody Loves Raymond

Ally McBeal

Buffy the Vampire Slayer

King of the Hill

South Park

The Practice

Teletubbies (UK)

The Wonderful World of Disney

Becker

Charmed

Dawson's Creek

Sex and the City

That '70s Show

The King of Queens

Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?

Will & Grace
              

The website BroBible took a run at ranking 15 fast food French fries. It's very subjective. It's one man's opinion. But it's also a jumping-off point for debate.  

15. Nathan’s
14. In-N-Out
13. Popeyes
12. Burger King
11. Steak n Shake
10. Whataburger
9. KFC
8. Shake Shack
7. Five Guys
6. Taco Bell (Nacho Fries)
5. Wendy’s
4. Arby’s
3. Chick-fil-A
2. McDonald’s
1. Checkers/Rally’s
              

Carpe Diem Day: Carpe Diem means seize the day … It’s a reminder to live in the present and make the most of — and appreciate — what you have right now. So, today is a day to celebrate … well … today!
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Levi Strauss Day: A day to celebrate the man who invented jeans. Fun fact: Levi's weren't called "jeans" until the 1950s. Jeans used to be called "overalls," which was the old name for workwear. But after James Dean wore them in Rebel Without a Cause, they became hugely popular. Young people wanted another name for "overalls," though, since that was a word their parents used. So, they started calling them jeans.
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USA Today says a new Dr Pepper-flavored sausage, the "Fizzy Glizzy," will soon hit store shelves nationwide. The sausage is a collaboration between Johnsonville and Dr Pepper. This unique creation aims to bring a mix of sweet and salty flavors to meat lovers. 
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Business Insider says Uber plans to introduce air taxis by the end of 2026.  The first ones will start flying in Dubai. The electric aircrafts can carry up to four passengers. Uber has plans to expand to other cities like New York and Los Angeles. The company is finalizing certification with the FAA for the service.
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WMTV says the Great Wolf Lodge resort chain is going viral not because of their water slides, but because they are selling Ranch Dressing milkshakes. The Ranch Milkshake is a blend of vanilla ice cream, ranch seasoning, and a sprinkle of bacon bits on top.  It is garnished with crispy chicken, celery, carrots, whipped cream and a sweet, salty lime rim. Guests are divided on this unconventional flavor combination. 
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The Seattle Times says Tesla will likely start selling Optimus robots by the end of next year. The robots are already doing simple tasks and will progress to more complex tasks by the end of 2026. Elon Musk emphasized the importance of ensuring high reliability, safety, and functionality before launching sales to the public. 
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As smart glasses become more popular, your chances of being filmed without your consent continue to increase. A new app called Nearby Glasses can help you fight back by scanning for specific Bluetooth signals — and then alerting you whenever smart glasses are nearby. While the developer admits the tool isn’t perfect, it's at least a first step toward protecting your privacy from strangers with eyewear featuring hidden cameras. 
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 If you're stuck dealing with wicked winter weather and you're looking forward to some summer fun, keep your eye on the Six Flags Over Texas theme park just outside Dallas, where they will be debuting a record-breaking roller coaster this year. The new coaster — Tormenta Rampaging Run — features a 179-foot loop and speeds up to 87 miles per hour. It's the tallest, longest, and fastest dive coaster ever made — and it's actually four feet taller than the Statue of Liberty in New York City.
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United Press International says a pig recently broke into a home in Woodruff, South Carolina. Jessalynn Oliver and her dog chased the pig out with a broom after finding it in their living room.  Oliver joked about giving the pig a "spanking" and escorted it back to her neighbor's house. 
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United Press International says an Ontario, Canada man is okay after being chased by two wild turkeys. Michael Bourgon fled and kicked snow at the birds before finding refuge in a stranger’s car. He found the situation funny. A co-worker captured the event on video.  Bourgon later encountered the turkeys again but stood his ground and reached a peaceful standoff with the birds.
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KGNS says a Laredo, Texas woman, named Claudia Coronado, was recently arrested for entering a couple's apartment. She had a beer, ate snacks, and took a blanket. Claudia was detained and charged with burglary and theft
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The manager of a Whataburger restaurant in Paris, Texas took "taking out the trash" to a brutal new level earlier this week.

Police say a customer, identified as 41-year-old Anthony Newhuis, allegedly harassed employees, left the restaurant, then came back intoxicated and ready for a fight. According to police, staff had already asked Newhuis to leave earlier in the night. As he walked out, he reportedly promised he’d return once officers were gone. And that’s exactly what happened. Moments later, he burst back inside and allegedly attacked the manager. That’s when things escalated. Viral video shows the manager grabbing the nearest thing at hand -- a trash can -- and slamming it on Newhuis. Police later found him in the back parking lot with a head injury. He was arrested on charges including assault causing bodily injury, public intoxication, and criminal mischief. Officers say the trouble didn’t stop there. Newhuis allegedly caused more damage once in custody, adding another charge to the list. (WFAA-TV Dallas-Fort Worth)
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The HuffPost says a suspect was recently discovered hiding inside a trash can during garbage rounds in Huber Heights, Ohio. The suspect had fled on foot after a traffic stop. He was captured by officers after an exciting pursuit.