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Melissa in the Morning: Learn Some-fin New about Sharks

July 23rd kicks off Shark Week on Discovery Channel. We had a local expert shark scientist with Sacred Heart University here to answer all of our shark questions from shark attacks to what sharks are attracted to and are there topicals that turn sharks off? Find out here! ((00:00))

After a deadly blaze in Bridgeport that claimed the lives of two elderly people, we spoke with Fire Chief Lance Edwards about fire safety. ((13:37))

Workout Wednesday: if you want to improve your physical, mental and emotional health, look no further than your own backyard! Amy Llinas highlights the benefits of gardening. ((27:49))

We got a check with the Bridgeport Regional Business Council about some major local business news including a stop order for demolition of the former Testo’s Restaurant and a pitch for a new black box theater in Stratford. ((35:10))

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CT Humane Society Pet of the Week

Today we have Cupcake!!

Cupcake is a 2 month old male kitten. He is full of energy and sweet like a cupcake! He is shy at first but that passes quick. Once you call him over he is ready to play and comes to say Hi! Kittens are cute and they do take a lot of work. They can get into mischief when left to their own devices. So make sure everyone animal and human alike are ready for a kitten. He is young and we do not have any background on him, but we think with proper introductions he can fit into any home. SO if Cupcake seems perfect for you, come on down and talk to one of our adoptions team. We would be happy to talk with you and your family about this adorable kitten!

Keep in mind if you are not looking for a kitten we have other cats that would love to meet you. Come visit our website to see who is available in Westport and if you are interested in adopting, we are now doing in person adoptions from 12- 4pm. We hope to see you then!

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: More Trump Legal Trouble

Tuesday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli started with word of more legal hurdles facing former President Donald Trump (0:27). Quinnipiac University Adjunct Law Prof. John Pavia talked about the “target letter” sent to former President Trump by a special prosecutor (12:49). Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio stopped by with her weekly update (23:58).

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The Lisa Wexler Show – FRIENDS OF ANIMALS Against Gas Leaf Blowers & Pesticides

Nicole Rivard, Editor-in-Chief Media/Government of FRIENDS OF ANIMALS joins Lisa Wexler to discuss why our animals and insects would benefit from banning gas leaf blowers, all toxic pesticides, and leaving some leaves to benefit them, which benefits us.

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Melissa in the Morning: Aspartame Woes

This month, the World Health Organization deemed aspartame a “possible carcinogen.” What are carcinogens? What are the concerns around aspartame? And how much is too much? We speak with Hartford Healthcare Medical Weight Loss Physician, Dr. Jackie Cameron. ((00:00))

The northeast has seen its fair share of flooding so far in July. The Better Business Bureau wants you to be careful of sketchy contractors following flood damage. Here’s what you should look out for. ((13:43))

Why do we speak without thinking and say things that we regret? Counselor Julius Dudics discussed the power of the tongue and why we need to practice controlling it. ((23:38))

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Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Changing Social Norms?

Monday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli looked at a new survey surrounding the use of gender-specific pronouns in everyday life (0:27). SAG-AFTRA member and former Connecticut radio personality Jaki Lauper joined us from Los Angeles to talk about the ongoing Hollywood strike (11:46). Connecticut News Junkie columnist Terry Cowgill stopped by for his weekly segment (23:46).

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The Lisa Wexler Show – Lisa On The Law

Lisa Wexler answers a mom’s question on how to stay involved in health care decisions when kids turn18, and a question about what to expect from a class action suit from lawyers who are bringing the case. #cthealthcarerepresentative #classaction

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Melissa in the Morning: Kindergarten Age Cutoff

There’s a lot of talk around the new state law changing the requirement age month for kids to enter kindergarten in Connecticut. Starting in 2024, kids have to be five years old by September first. That’s a big shift from the former law of a January first age cut off. Education leader, Fran Rabinowitz, shared the concerns of childcare options and cost. She also spoke to the need to change the law and help kids from playing catch up later in life. ((00:00))

There is a national movement that’s been around for over a decade to try and bring compromise back to politics. We learned all about the No Labels movement and a Common Sense policy being announced this week for people to learn more. ((14:31))

The FDA recently gave the Alzheimer’s disease drug Leqembi full approval. Study findings suggest that the treatment slowed cognitive decline for people in the early stage of Alzheimer’s. We spoke about it in depth with Dr. Paul Wright of Nuvance Health. ((29:14))

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The Lisa Wexler Show – SAG/AFTRA Strike

Lisa Wexler covers friend of The Lisa Wexler Show and President of the Actors’ Union, Fran Drescher’s, personal and professional history that led her to this historic moment of leadership.

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Melissa in the Morning: Military Bargaining Chip

Are politicians really trying to push their agendas using the military as a bargaining chip? It seems that way! Overnight, the House voted 221 to 213 to overturn a Pentagon policy guaranteeing abortion access to service members regardless of where they are stationed. It comes just days after the Marine Corps General stepped down leaving the military branch without a confirmed leader for the first time in more than 150 years. Congressman Jim Himes shared his thoughts on the situation. ((00:00))

This week, the LPGA is hosting a women’s championship golf tournament in Milford. Hartford Healthcare orthopedic surgeon, Dr. John Irving, talked about a common golf issue: needing hip surgery. What does that procedure require, are there ways to prevent needing the surgery and can you ever return to the course after a hip replacement? Find out here! ((11:31))

It’s the weekend!! We found out from the Office of Tourism that the biggest jazz fest in New England is happening in Hartford, the first ever Pizza and Brewfest is coming to Connecticut and one of the oldest craft expos in the country is back in Guilford! Get the details from Anthony Anthony. ((24:13))

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