Creating A HD or High-Definition Experience For Your Family

Guest: Sony Electronics

We meet with an HD expert from Sony as she explains what to look for when looking for a High Definition TV and how to maximize the High Definition experience using blu-ray disc players.

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Warehouse Club Shopping During the Holidays

Guest: Sam's Club

The Holidays are getting closer and that means it’s time to get a leg up on our holiday shopping. We have gifts to buy.. party’s to attend.. events to plan. We head out to Sam's Club to share some holiday shopping tips.

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Having The Right Batteries To Power Up Your Holidays

Guest: Energizer Battery, Inc.

Learn what batteries are best for what devices as we head into the Holidays as Sara Miller from Energizer stops by to offer her expertise.



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Holiday Entertaining Made Easy: Restaurant Style Desserts Made Easy

Guest: Chudleigh's LTD

In this segment we visit with Scott Chudleigh the owner of Chudleigh’s as he shares the story of his family’s apple orchard while taking us on a guided tour. He also shows how their apple blossoms are a simple and easy holiday desert idea.




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Guilt Free Dining

Guest: Smarty Had A Party

Feeling guilty because you don’t want to use Mom’s fine china for your next dinner?

Remember, events are about sharing time WITH family and friends; not spending time in the kitchen doing dishes.

For easy clean-up and time savings try using disposable dishes. You can still decorate a wonderful table… and when diner is done clean-up is a breeze; allowing you to spend your time on what REALLY matters.


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Buying In Bulk For Healthy Holiday Entertaining

Guest: TH Foods, Inc.

Andrea Mason form Crunchmaster Multi-Seed Crackers stops by The Balancing Act Kitchen to share some quick and easy holiday snack ideas that not only will impress your gusts they’ll also offer them a tasty yet healthy option.

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Low-Cal Holiday Meals

Guest: Heartland Sweeteners

Chef Ozzie shows us how to cut calories and slash the sugar content in some popular holiday foods.

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What Every Woman Needs To Know About Tire Safety

Guest: Discount Tire Company

Synopsis: Keeping the correct air pressure in your tires is as important as giving your engine a tune-up. In fact, the economic benefits may be even greater. With the right amount of air pressure, your tires wear longer, save fuel, enhance handling, and prevent accidents. Learn what every woman should know about tire safety.




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Ultimate Caribbean Family Getaways

Guest: AM Resorts

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Guest: Monterey Gourmet Foods

In this segment, we learn about the many gourmet food options that Monterey has on the market and we also learn about the ease of preparation and ability to turn one dish into many.

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Home For The Holidays: Sweet Endings

Guest: Swiss Maid Fudge

Swiss Maid Fudge first opened forty years ago in downtown Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin. Over the years the candy store has expanded to include salt water taffy, caramel apples, caramel corn, brittles, crunches and the list goes on. All of the candy is made the old European way using copper kettles and cooked over open gas fired cast iron stoves. Small batches ensure freshness and quality. Locals can peek into the action by taking a tour of the old fashioned store. Photos from the tour are also posted online.

Among dozens of options, long standing favorite continues to be Milk Chocolate Fudge. Other popular treats are Cashew Crunch loaded with fresh roasted cashews, Assorted Caramel Apples, and buttery smooth Vanilla Caramels. Seasonal items include Spiced Pumpkin Seed Brittle, Pumpkin Fudge, Cranberry Fudge, and Peppermint Bark. Sugar-free candy options include Chocolate Nut Fudge, Peanut Butter Cups and Salt Water Taffy.


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What's On Your Platter? Fabulous Ideas for Award Winning Appetizers & Platters For The Holidays

Guest: Formaggio Italian Cheese Specialties, Inc.

In this segment, we meet “The Big Cheese” a.k.a. Anthony Mongiello, president and CEO of Formaggio. He shows us how making top-quality appetizers can be easier and more affordable than most moms think.

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An Innovative Way to Craft Premium Wine at Home

Guest: Global Vintners

In this segment, Michael Hind of Artful Winemaker helps us discover our own inner winemaker. With an innovative personal winemaking system, it is simple and fun to craft five of the most popular wines at home.

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Recommendations for Flu Vaccination

Guest: Novartis

In this segment we meet with a panel of experts: Dr. Gaby Cora, Pharmacist Susan Gordon, and Jennifer Lastinger from Families Fighting Flu as they discuss the seasonal and H1/N1 flu situation just in time for the approaching flu season.

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Creating A Family Culture of Healthy Eating

Guest: Kitchen Basics, Inc.

This segment explores the many health and culinary advantages of using flavorful, non-fat, all-natural cooking stock in your meals with renowned author and TV chef, Nick Stellino.



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Creating Recipes For Family Traditions

Guest: Bridgford Foods

Bridgford frozen dough makes holiday baking easy, from traditional rolls, to monkey breads, cinnamon rolls to party pizzas. Fill your home with warm, delicious aromas this season that will bring the whole family to the table.

Pepperoni Monkey Bread

1 package Bridgford Parkerhouse Rolls or 1.5 loaves BFBD divided into 48 equal pieces
2 oz sliced Bridgford Pepperoni (about 28 thin slices)
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp. garlic powder
½ cup butter, melted


Let dough thaw. If using Bridgford Roll Dough, divide each roll piece in half; set aside. Lightly grease a 12 cup bundt cake pan; set aside. In a medium size bowl, combine Parmesan, oregano, and garlic. With kitchen shears, cut the pepperoni slices into smaller pieces and mix into cheese mixture; set aside. Dip each dough piece in butter and then coat in pepperoni/cheese mixture. Place coated balls of dough evenly in pan. Let the dough rise until double in size. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 35 - 40 minutes or until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on top. Remove from oven and invert out of pan upside down on a large plate. Serve with marinara sauce if desired.

Bridgford Cinnamon Rolls

1 loaf Bridgford Frozen Bread Dough, thawed
¼ cup melted butter or margarine
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ cup raisins (optional)
¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)


Lightly grease a 12 cavity muffin pan or two 8 inch pie or cake pans. Set aside. Roll thawed loaf on a lightly floured surface to an 8 x 12 inch rectangle. Brush dough with half of the butter. Mix cinnamon with sugar and spread over butter. Roll dough up starting from the 12-inch side. Seal seams. Divide log of cinnamon dough into 12 equal size pieces. Place one piece into each muffin tin or divide and place 6 in each prepared pie or cake pan. Brush dough with melted butter. Let rise until double in size. Bake in a preheated 375 degree oven for 20 minutes or until a light golden brown. Remove from oven and brush with additional butter. If desired drizzle with vanilla icing
Icing: mix 2 cups powdered sugar with 2 tablespoons milk or water and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract. Add more milk or water for thinner consistency.
Yield 12 rolls



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Protecting Your Family During Cold & Flu Season

Guest: Soleil LifeSciences, LLC

In this segment Dr. Jed Vandenberghe stops by The Balancing Act as cold & flu season approaches as he educates viewers on what they need to know to help prevent getting the cold & flu and how to treat the symptoms if they do get sick.

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Career Options for Nurses

Guest: Interim HealthCare

This segment discusses career options for unemployed nurses and other healthcare professionals who want to go back to work and care for others.

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Getting Health Benefits from a Sweetener!

Guest: Heartland Sweeteners

Probiotics are friendly bacteria that can improve digestive health and strengthen the immune system. They are most often found in yogurt, but now there is a simple way to incorporate probiotics into your daily routine. Nevella with Probiotics is the first no-calorie sweetener to deliver this benefit. Stir it into your coffee or cereal instead of sugar, or use it in your favorite cookie recipe. In addition to cutting calories, you’ll enjoy all the health benefits of a diet rich in probiotics.



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Sterling Silver and Diamonds

Guest: Piercing Pagoda

Silver looks just as beautiful paired with diamonds as white gold – and it’s more affordable, too! The Balancing Act welcomes Kim Frenette to show us some classic, super-affordable jewelry looks plus the season’s latest trends.

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