The Anna & Raven Show Podcast
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.
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Episodes
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Kids Explain How To Make New Friends!
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Anna and Raven put out a casting call for all children to record themselves explaining the BEST way to make friends. We all could use a little help sometimes, right? Here's what they have to say!
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Thursday, September 17, 2026: Egg Thief; Offended & Insulted; New Friend Tips!
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Do you think your mental load is maxed out all of the time? Well, if you said yes, there is a new way to help you out. Harmless and relieving! Anna accidentally ate someone else's eggs from the work fridge. Anna and Raven discuss more boundaries that get crossed in the workplace. But not accidental ones! It's time for PICK EM NEWS! Today, MMA fighter offered money to fight a chimp, Worlds worst guard dog faces intruder, beach brawl with martial arts instructor... yikes! The European union is making a strict protocol for children going into effect ASAP. This may change a lot! College borg...
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Wednesday, September 16, 2026: Raven's Pedicures; Long Showers; Phonetic Alphabet!?
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Ai is going to take over soon and do not need us anymore. Probably. Anna put her daughter's senior photo through AI. Here at the 5 things, you should never tell AI. Raven goes to the nail salon... alone. Anna thinks it's a bit strange. He says, regardless of manliness, all guys should get their toes done. He brings a list of reasons to the studio to prove his case. Anna was asked a question the other day regarding her children that sat very wrong with her. The audacity of some people! Anna and Raven discuss uncomfortable questions people are asked on the regular basis. This week's bigges...
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Tuesday, September 15, 2026: Left Handed; Questionable Parents; Coworker Boundaries!
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Do you love or hate when your spouse is away and you are home alone? Or... bittersweet? Raven has a few rebellious things he does.... Are you left-handed? Anna and Ravena are not too sure how to feel about you. Annas husband, Paul, has some words about the trait. Taylor swift is dropping Subtle hints again. Who has the time for this right now? The Emmys last night had some iconic and historical moments. Questionable parenting tactics that really has you wondering if they should be a parent. Here are the tell-tale signs you are a questionable parent. Anna has been having a lot of "Am I an id...
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Monday, September 14, 2026: Pushy Employees; Early School Troublemakers; Hot Wheels Speed Test!
Monday, September 14, 2026
A license mishap happened in Michigan and made a lot of the state angry. Anna's daughter has one of the worst license photos she's ever seen. Anna on the other hand, loves hers. $300,000 for this one item. Princess Diana's real life revenge dress is up for auction. In a few months, someone will take the iconic piece to their own closet. Anna and Producer Sophia discuss their own revenge outfits. It's the first few weeks of school. Has your kid already been in trouble? If so, they aren't alone! Raven's been there himself. Anna was totally thrown off by the lack of pushy-ness the car sales...
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Friday, September 11, 2026: Remembering 25 Years Later.
Friday, September 11, 2026
Today, Anna and Raven speak with guests who share their personal experiences and memories of 9/11, reflecting on the day that changed our nation forever.
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Patricia Manzo: President of the Strohm Foundation
Friday, September 11, 2026
This 9/11, Patricia Manzo, President of The Strohm Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting 9/11 first responders through cancer research and meaningful community initiatives joins Anna & Raven. Patricia shares the Foundation’s mission, its connection to the 9/11 community, and why this work continues to matter.
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President of the NYC Detectives’ Endowment Association: Scott Munro
Friday, September 11, 2026
Scott Munro, President of the NYC Detectives’ Endowment Association, represents a law enforcement community deeply affected by the events of September 11, 2001. On 9/11, members of the NYPD responded to the World Trade Center and many detectives and officers made the ultimate sacrifice while helping others. Munro has continued to honor the memory and legacy of those who were lost, while supporting the families and survivors whose lives were forever changed.
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NYPD Sergeant During 9/11: Kevin Catalina
Friday, September 11, 2026
Kevin Catalina, Suffolk County Police Commissioner, then a Sergeant with the NYPD, was on his way to work when the World Trade Center was attacked 25 years ago today. Today, he reflects on the day.
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World Trade Center Survivor: Samantha Silverman
Friday, September 11, 2026
Samantha Silverman experienced the attack from inside WTC 3. Today, she speaks on her tragic day with Anna & Raven. Samantha wrote a book, Silver Linings: From Surviving to Thriving After 9/11, and is the CEO of silver linings institutions for PTSD, depression, trauma, etc. Find more info at https://www.silverliningsinstitute.com/
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Inside The Pentagon on 9/11: Garland Williams
Friday, September 11, 2026
Garland Williams was an Army officer working in the Pentagon, and he had only been there about three and a half months when 9/11 happened. Today, he discusses what it looked like on the inside, as a new employee, on the day of tragedy.
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Dennis Owens: 9/11 News Reporter
Friday, September 11, 2026
News Anchor Dennis Owens was live on air from Shanksville, PA on ABC27 the day of the September 11th attack. Today, he joins us on the show back again in Shanksville.
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Inside The White House Bunker On 9/11: Robert Darling
Friday, September 11, 2026
Retired Lieutenant Colonel Robert Darling talks about his experiences on September 11, 2001 inside the White House bunker. Robert was inside the Presidential Emergency Operations Center (PEOC), working directly in the crisis-management operation around the Vice President and National Security Advisor. More information about Robert Darling can be found here: https://robertjdarling.com/
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Michael Hingson: Led Blindly 78 Floors By Roselle, His Dog.
Friday, September 11, 2026
Michael Hingson was on the 78th floor of the North Tower when American Airlines Flight 11 struck the tower at 8:46am, Michael happens to be blind and it was Yellow Labrador Roselle that was hanging out under his desk that led him down the 78 floors to safety. Michael is the author of the NYTimes Best selling book Thunderdog. Find his website and book here: https://michaelhingson.com/books/
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Mount Sinai's: Dr. Michael A. Crane & Steven Wallace
Friday, September 11, 2026
Michael A. Crane, MD, MPH, Medical Director of the World Trade Center Health Program Clinical Center of Excellence at Mount Sinai and Professor in the Department of Environmental Medicine at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, and Steven A. Wallace (NYPD PBA Delegate, Retired, US Navy Veteran), Senior Outreach & Education Program Coordinator at the World Trade Center Health Program Clinical Center of Excellence at Mount Sinai; joins Anna and Raven today to discuss the medical and long-term health effects of the 9/11 tragedy.
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"9/11 Day" Founders: David Paine and Jay Winuk
Friday, September 11, 2026
David Paine and Jay Winuk are the founders of "9/11 Day". A program that commits to taking the day back and making something good of it. The two have started a volunteer program that has helped millions nationwide who are part of the hunger crisis. Today, 9/11/2026, 50,000 volunteers will pack 18 million meals. the largest single-day meal pack in American history. Find more information here: https://www.911day.org/
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Paulies Push!
Friday, September 11, 2026
Paul Veneto pushed an airline beverage cart for 30 years. Today, he runs a non-profit organization "Paulies Push" where he pushes his cart for thousands of miles to symbolize the "first, first responders" of the 4 airplanes the day of the 9/11 attack. Track Paulie here! https://www.pauliespush.com/
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Ground Zero Clean Up Crew: John Feal
Friday, September 11, 2026
In 2001, John Feal was the demolition supervisor during the Ground Zero cleanup when a steel beam fell and crushed part of his foot. John founded the FealGood Foundation and has a new book, I Will Follow You Anywhere., dedicated toward lobbying members of the U.S Congress to provide additional funding to 9/11 responders. Find his book here: https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1637748744?tag=simonsayscom
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Middle Schooler Elise Reports the Headlines for Middle Schooler News!
Thursday, September 10, 2026
Every week Anna and Raven invite a Middle Schooler to report the biggest headlines! This week, Elise joins the show to let Anna and Raven know about what’s going on in the world!
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Thursday, September 10, 2026: Late Night Sports; Beggars Or Donators; Talk Me Out Of It!
Thursday, September 10, 2026
The US open sold a $38 sandwich. Yup, you heard that right. Anna and Raven discuss the single most expensive food item they have ever bought. It's time for pick em news! You hear 3 news headlines and Raven chooses which one he wants to hear in full! What a power he has. Who can stay awake until 3:30am at a sports match? The people at the US open did when it went all night long. Anna doubts she would ever be able to make it through. What are the best tricks to staying awake at night if you have no choice? Stop asking for donations. Now, more than ever, Anna has noticed people are just ask...
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Wednesday, September 9, 2026: Wheel of Fortune Challenge; New iPhone Drop; New Radar Gun!
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
The national average for one gallon of gas is higher now than it ever has been. $4.14. Over a dollar more than last year this time! Anna looks online to see what she can buy for $4.14. Spoiler alert: It's not much. NFL season starts tonight! Anna is a mediator between Raven and his wife, Alicia. Anna is writing a contract where Raven can get set football time. Alicia is not a fan. Jim Thronton, Wheel of Fortune announcer was fired after a public chat room incident. What a shame. Anna, Raven, Producer Sophia and Producer Justin all compete to see who would be the next WOF announcer... Congra...
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Tuesday, September 8th, 2026: Wedding Debrief; Birth Talk; Summer Vacay Recap!
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Anna has had a bad experience with flies recently. Anna's husband, Paul, came down to the conclusion that they are phorid flies. That's why they live in her sink! Love the gunk. The US open is running into problems that have absolutely nothing to do with tennis. Weed smokers, out loud and open. Hey, we get it! But there's a time and a place. It's wedding recap day! Raven is back, and his son is married! He officiated the ceremony and wrapped it up quicker then the typical wedding. A great day, but a slight bump in the road that he warned people about! What happened at your birth? Anna pre...
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Friday, September 4, 2026: Fired Friday; Vacation Foods Finalists: Labor Day Birth!
Friday, September 4, 2026
Anna can't tell if she's a bad mom or a good mom. She booked a vacation to get away, but her daughter claims she absolutely cannot miss 2 days of school. Should Anna be proud or annoyed? What better way to hear scary news from our scary world than with former Producer Jon? 3 news stories, sung to you. Best way to start a Friday morning! Anna invented an animal species after it ran across her foot last night near her pong. Producer Sophia also had an interesting animal story. What's the weirdest thing that happened to you this week? Fired Friday, Labor Day edition! What was your biggest wo...
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Thursday, September 3, 2026: Meet Nick; Concert Hard No's; Pheromone Maxxing!
Thursday, September 3, 2026
Anna is standing on the fact that Raven lost the weight loss challenge! Clothes on for the first weigh in, clothes on for the last! You snooze you lose! Trigger, Sniper, Caliber? These are real life names parents are naming their children. Is this taking it too far? It is no longer socially acceptable to enter someone's house and ask if for a house tour. It's deemed the "rudest" thing when visiting someone. Anna has never seen her bestfriends upstairs floor of her house. What was the longest you ever went without showering? Men are now pheromone maxing, to hopefully gain more attention f...
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Wednesday, September 2, 2026: Shoplifter Spotted; Anna's Ancient Alarm; Raven's Final Weigh In!
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Novak Djokovic fell ill during his first US open match of the year. First time he has ever gotten out first round! When was a time you were sick or injured but showed up anyways? Anna did it once and ended up getting everyone sick! Raven witnessed a shoplifter steal expensive perfumes the other day. Multiple. He was torn whether he should say something or mind his business. What would you do in this situation? Anna got calls and texts after they saw her nightstand with her alarm clock that is older than her senior in college. If it still works, why not? What's the most outdated thing in yo...
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Tuesday, September 1, 2026: Sick Kids; Night Stand Analysis; New Men!
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Raven just found out a new fun fact about his Daughter-in-law. She leaves reviews under a fake email. Not only that, but the name she uses may be familiar... School districts are now adopting a 4 day week. Now, 3 day weekends are the norm in a lot of places. Are 4 days weeks beneficial or an excuse? Anna asks her kids what they'd do. Anna experienced a birthday party vomiter the other day, on a trampoline! Also, they tried to hide it from their parents and clean it themselves to keep bouncing. Where is the absolute worst place for your kid to get sick? The items on your night stand mean mo...
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Monday, August 31, 2026: Birthdays; Aura-Farming; 3 Relationship Rules... Post Baby!
Monday, August 31, 2026
If someone has thought ahead in life, it's Dolly Parton. She left this earth with a LOT of fun things planned. There really is something for everyone! Dr. Shosh joins Anna and Raven to discuss how to keep your romantic relationship alive after having a baby. She brings three of the most important rules to the table! Is Anna Zap out of line? She hates her birthday. The celebrations, the attention, not a fan of any of them. It's a let down! People get mad at her for this... Why!? Aura Farming battles have officially begun. If you have no clue what that means, you are not alone. Celebrities ...
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Middle Schooler Ariana Reports the Headlines for Middle Schooler News!
Friday, August 28, 2026
Every week Anna and Raven invite a Middle Schooler to report the biggest headlines! This week, Ariana joins the show to let Anna and Raven know about what’s going on in the world!
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Friday, August 28, 2026: Pumpkin Spice Lattes; Filmed In Public; Baby Surprise!
Friday, August 28, 2026
Former Producer Jon returns for Week-in-song! What better way to hear this weeks it being sung to you. This week will be remembered! Producer Sophia had an unusual surprise left at her door. That's not something you see every day! What's the weirdest thing you saw this week? Being filmed in public, this woman suggests you sing Disney music in their face! Can't post copyrighted music, right? Wrong answers only, what would you do if you were being recorded in public? Is August too early for a pumpkin spice latte? Anna has some thoughts on the timeline of these drinks. Is it summer or fall? ...
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Thursday, August 27, 2026: Massage Chairs; The Rule of 3; Oreo-Gate!
Thursday, August 27, 2026
Some household luxury items sound like an amazing idea, but how practical do they turn out to be in the long-term? Are home massage chairs, saunas and Jacuzzis amenities to be shared with company, or are they best kept just for yourself? Do you believe in the “rule of threes” for celebrity deaths? After Dolly Parton and Tim Curry, is there anyone specific who should be looking over their shoulder? Anna & Raven review a few recent eerie coincidences that occurred in groups of 3.A mom had thoughts about school lunches, and had to share with the mom group chat, including adding AI music & g...
