Ever find out someone put money aside for you… and forgot to tell you? We open the show with a practical guide to unclaimed property in California that could put real dollars back in your pocket. It’s simple, fast, and surprisingly common, and we share the exact place to look, what the status labels mean, and why you might see “over $100” without a total. We also pause on the privacy wrinkle—yes, you can look up other names—and draw a clear line on ethics while keeping the focus on reclaiming what’s yours.

From there the vibe shifts from utility to delight as we celebrate National Polka Dot Day. We trace how 19th-century marketers borrowed the polka’s lively reputation to sell dotted fabrics, turning a dance craze into a style icon that still feels fresh. Think classic red-and-white dresses, mid-century grace, and the kind of cheerful pattern that refuses to fade. We punch up the story with a kinetic polka track that reminds you joy can be loud, brassy, and contagious.

Listener contributions fuel the middle stretch: a quick-hit parrot joke that lands, a spin through Chris Jagger’s music with an honest take on famous-family expectations, and a Spanish-language call of a Rams walk-off that crackles with energy. We ride that wave into NFL talk—Stafford’s late-career form, Puka’s breakout, and why the Rams feel complete right now. Then a sharp political soundbite from Davos puts California’s economy, migration, and leadership under the microscope, sparking a grounded response. We close with Vin Scully’s gem on the history of home plate—wood, cast iron, even a literal dinner plate—delivered with that effortless grace that made him a legend.

If you’re here for practical wins, music and sports joy, or the pleasure of learning something unexpected, this one delivers. Check your name at claimit.ca.gov, grab some good vibes, and tell a friend who loves radio that mixes substance with a smile. If you enjoyed it, tap follow, share the episode, and leave a quick review so more curious folks can find us.