Wednesday’s midweek “Connecticut Today” with host Paul Pacelli welcomed State Senate GOP Leader Kevin Kelly of Stratford regarding a controversy surrounding low-income heating assistance funding (0:23). Hearst Connecticut Media editor and columnist Dan Haar joined us for his weekly check-in (11:54) and Paul had some thoughts on the continued immigration mess (23:57).
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We are in the midst of back-to-school season and we want to talk about safety inside and outside of school. Bridgeport School Resource Sgt. Tresha Parks gave us insight to what is done in the city outside and inside the building. ((00:00))
There is no such thing as tick season; ticks are in Connecticut all year round. What should parents do to make sure ticks aren’t impacting their kids on the playground and what products can be helpful to prevent tick bites? Our tick expert, Jessica Snajder, shared information on all of this. ((15:32))
Science You May Not Know: Don’t miss the Blue Supermoon TONIGHT! ((30:32))
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We have lovely Queenie here who is looking for her forever home! Queenie and her sibling were found stray outside without a mother. The they were old enough to eat solid foods but the finder did their part and kept an eye out just in case there was a mom or other siblings before they took them in and gave us a call. We always tell folks that momma cats leave kittens to find food and eat so do not assume there is not mom around. If you are watching out for momma please do it from a distance because momma may be watching us watching them!
Back to Queenie! She is 5 months old, spayed, and up-to-date on her vaccines. She can be a little shy but if you are ready to adopt a kitten come on down, fill out an application, and come meet this beautiful cat. She may be the one for you. (or we may have another who is better suited!)
Visit us at CThumane.org/adopt and view all our available pets. We are open for in person adoptions from 12-4!
Tuesday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli welcomed Quinnipiac University Management Professor Angela Mattie to talk about news that Medicare will start negotiating prices on some key drugs (0:26). Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio stopped by with her weekly update (12:57), while Paul had a few thoughts on more crime issues (22:56).
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Scam Alert: BBB Serving Connecticut has noticed a trend coming back with a vengeance. The “Can You Hear Me?” scheme is fooling people left and right. Kristen Johnson with the BBB shares why you can’t just pick up the phone and what to say instead of “yes.” ((00:00))
Forbes recently highlighted the importance of listening and empathy when it comes to building strong working relationships. Counselor Julius Dudics explained why humans aren’t always the best listeners and how to get better at it. ((13:37))
Julie on the Job: How can job candidates make sure a hiring manager isn’t lying to them? ((28:24))
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Monday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli welcomed local gasoline and oil industry analyst Mike Fox to chat about the prices at the pump (0:25). CT News Junkie and Substack blogger Terry Cowgill returned from vacation for his weekly update (11:23) and Paul had a few opening thoughts on repeat criminals (22:17).
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Ukrainian born, Olga Litvinenko, Miss CT USA 2017, returns to The Lisa Wexler Show to discuss her most recent trip to Ukraine.
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Earlier this year, news broke about an audit looking at state police potentially falsifying thousands of traffic tickets. But the Connecticut State Police Union says the findings were shared prematurely. Andrew Matthews of the union shared the aftermath to troopers in the state and discrepancies in the report. ((00:00))
It’s an illness that can destroy the liver – but the major problem is what’s called “invisible symptoms” that are downplayed by doctors and loved ones. We spoke with Dr. Charles Cha about PBC and why you need to medically advocate for yourself. ((15:11))
Ahead of the new school year, all parents worry about their kids being bullied. The Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities shared statutes in place at schools and protections on chromebooks used by students. ((25:11))
A vision-impaired Connecticut couple is taking their experience with blindness and educating the public about making communities safer and understanding the importance of guide dogs. Meet Phil and Honorata for their community inspiration story. ((40:58))
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