Voice of CT

Melissa in the Morning: Allergies High in CT

To mark Allergy and Asthma Awareness Month this May, Lawn Love ranked 2023’s Worst Cities for Grass Allergies this summer. The study authors compared 131 metro areas based on allergy risk, exacerbators, and access to detection and treatment resources. More specifically, they looked at grass pollen forecasts, allergen intensity, and lawn mowing frequency, among nine total metrics. And wouldn’t you know…CT cities landed in the 3rd and 4th spot. Well, Dr. Browne wasn’t surprised. He explained why allergies are so tough in our state.

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Melissa in the Morning: Infertility Rates

Last week was National Infertility Week and we wanted to do a deeper dive into the real life statistics for women trying to get pregnant. Dr. Andrew Levi of Park Avenue Fertility shared if infertility is becoming more common and if there are elements impacting the issue in today’s world. ((00:00))

A new study showed 22 melatonin gummies were mislabeled and is worrying parents, especially, who give those products to their kids for sleep. Sleep specialist, Dr. Steven Thau, does a deeper dive into the study and alternatives for kids struggling to go to bed. ((14:53))

A whistleblower complaint revealed potential animal neglect and abuse at a local aquarium in Trumbull. PETA shares the latest issues popping up at Seaquest. NOTE: We have made several attempts to speak with Seaquest about these complaints and have not heard back. ((28:59))

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Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: You Can Make A Difference

Wednesday’s midweek “Connecticut Today” with host Paul Pacelli lauded the voters who spoke up against a controversial climate bill (0:23). Landmark Legal Foundation attorney Mike O’Neill talked about the latest from the U.S. Supreme Court (10:18). We also had our weekly update from Hearst Connecticut Media editor and columnist Dan Haar (20:30).

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The Lisa Wexler Show – Joe Lieberman

Senator Joe Lieberman joins Lisa Wexler to discuss his bi-partisan NO LABELS movement and reminisce about his life and career in CT.

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Melissa in the Morning: Mental Health Resources

During Mental Health Awareness Month, we learned there are online resources for parents and caregivers to have healthier conversations with their kids tackling the topic. ((00:00))

We also talked about a new campaign addressing mental health for veterans. Learn how VA hospitals here and across the country are using their “Today I Am” campaign effectively for vets and their families. ((06:28))

A social worker program is showing great success at the Bridgeport Police Department and now other municipalities are wondering how they can apply the program to their towns. Mayor Joe Ganim and Police Chief Roderick Porter give more specifics about the program. ((12:57))

Sound the Alarm! Find out how the American Red Cross serving Connecticut is installing free smoke detectors in some homes and how volunteers can visit any home for a safety check. ((28:19))

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CT Humane Society Pet of the Week

Todays pet(s) of the week are these adorable Guinea Pigs Lauri and Gigi. Lauri is 4 years old and tri-colored and her sister from another litter is 3 years old and all brown. Lauri has fuzzy fur almost like a teddy bear which is so cool and different from the other pigs we have, and Gigi, her pictures don’t do her justice! You have to come see them to believe how cool these girls are! They came to us when a new addition to the family was allergic and they could not keep them anymore. They can be a little skittish at times and are currently with a foster who is socializing them in the fosters home. Since these critters can be nervous and Guinea pig allergies (and Hay) are common we would like your whole family to come down at the time of appointment to meet these adorable creatures!

If you want to hear more about Lauri and Gigi or any of her friends here at CT humane visit us online at cthumane.org or give our Westport branch a call to speak to our adoption counselors.

Melissa in the Morning: Underage Drinking Stats

For the first time in forever, some GOOD statistics on underage drinking! We spoke with Fairfield Cares about a recent report showing nationwide and locally, less kids are indulging in alcohol before turning 21.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and each week we will speak with counselor, Julius Dudics, about different, common issues people face. This week, we talked about combating obsession and control disorders.

High cholesterol plagues so many Americans, but there are ways we can lower our levels naturally. Registered dietician, Melissa Keeney, shares how to have a healthier heart.

Julie on the Job: Should your appearance be your demise in a career? We tackle the controversy over hair color, tattoos, piercings and general dress code impacting your workforce future.

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Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: A State GOP Reality Check?

Tuesday’s “Connecticut Today” with host Paul Pacelli opened with Paul’s thoughts on a new poll that should be a wake-up call for state Republicans (0:31). GOP State Senate Leader Kevin Kelly joined us to chat about the current tax and spending battle at the State Capitol (15:44). We also talked with Erika Ahern, associate editor and co-host of LOOPcast at CatholicVote.org, on the one-year anniversary of the Dobbs case leak (26:57).

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The Lisa Wexler Show – Senator Chris Murphy

Senator Chris Murphy joins Lisa Wexler to discuss why Americans are so lonely, his groundbreaking legislation, fight for parental controls for social media and announcing his reelection campaign.

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Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: NIMBY At The State Capitol

Host Paul Pacelli kicked off a new week on “Connecticut Today” discussing remarks from a couple of lawmakers regarding the state’s growing black bear problem (0:23). University of New Haven Finance Instructor David Sacco talked about another bank collapse (17:55).

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