January 6, 2022 - National Cuddle Up Day | National Technology Day

Welcome to January 6th, 2022 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate staying cozy and the age of technology. If you think you’re cold this winter, try living in Antarctica. In winter, the wind chills can plunge to minus 76°F. One of the only animals who can survive in this climate is the Emperor Penguin and they do it by cuddling together. Their system is simple; one penguin stands in place, surrounded by its friends who protect it from the cold wind. Then, that penguin steps out and another takes its turn in the warm center of the circle. They keep rotating until everyone gets a chance to be nice and cozy. On National Cuddle Up Day snuggle up with someone you love, and be glad it doesn’t take a village to stay warm. Everything from the invention of the wheel to your smartphone can be considered technology. History is shaped by these gadgets and achievements, and no matter how far into the future you daydream, if you can imagine it, someone will create it. But there are still some who consider technology dangerous. Everything from railroads to cars to electricity were protested and derided back in their day. Anna: Marlo, where are you right now? Marlo: I am broadcasting from CES. On National Technology Day we celebrate the wonders that advance our world and keep us a buzz with food for thought. I’m Anna Devere and I’m Marlo Anderson. Thanks for joining us as we Celebrate Every Day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices