Former CT State Senator Toni Boucher gives generously to UConn Business School in honor of her late husband Bud Boucher. This is the largest gift in the history of the business school. Toni wants to help create the next generation of entrepreneurs in CT. Giving back on Giving Day.
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We are hearing that infectious diseases will be on the rise inhe next couple of weeks in Turkey and Syria following the earthquake this month. Dr. Browne explains why and how the aftermath matters to the US.
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Human trafficking is one of the Department of Justice’s top priorities. Here in Connecticut, it’s a huge problem that’s not publicly talked about enough. Jamie Manirakiza with Partnership to End Human Trafficking shares a snapshot of the issue in our state and how officials are working to combat it. ((00:00))
Some 16 million people struggle with chronic back pain. But there’s a solution that could solve major problems. Dr. Rajat Sekhar is a pain medicine specialist with Hartford HealthCare Spine Wellness Center. He explained the intracept procedure and who qualifies for it. ((12:22))
Strike up the band! Milford annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade is coming back March 11th. We got the details for this year’s event from chief organizer, Michael McCabe. ((18:46))
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We featured exemplary individuals who are inspiring Connecticut and the world. In honor of Black History Month, we found Connecticut natives who deserve to be honored and highlighted:
1. Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities
2. Colonel Adele Hodges ((13:41))
3. Aaron Johnson with the Narrative Project ((30:11))
4. Brad Rumble — Zabbai ((44:13))
5. Dr. Camelia Lawrence ((01:01:01))
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Bernie Madoff, the notorious Ponzi schemer, is a subject of endless fascination. James Campbell, broadcast colleague of Lisa’s, discloses how he became an inside confidant to the family. Author of “Madoff Talks”, contributor to Netflix doc “Madoff: The Monster of Wall St”, Jim shares his insight into the greed, narcissism and tragedy of the Madoff story. A great convo.
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This week’s Pet or Pets of the week are a sister pair Domino and Spice, 6 month old female kittens who must go home together. Both are black with white markings. Spice has a smaller blip of white on her face where her sister has more white markings on her face, neck, and chest.
They were found outside as younger kittens by a TNR group (trap neuter return). The group did an amazing job with the kittens and at the end still needed helping find homes for these two girls. Spice was very nervous when she came to us. Luckily, she loves food, so it was easy to make a connection with her. Spice can still be skittish around handling So may not be comfortable with smaller children who won’t respect your boundaries but other than that she and her sister are fun cats to be around!
If you are interested in learning more about Domino and spice, visit us online at cthumane.org or give our Westport branch a call to speak to our adoption counselors.
Following the abrupt closure of Stone Academy, we spoke with the executive director of the CT Office of Higher Education. Tim Larson shared what led to the closures and what the state is doing right now to help the 800 students wondering what’s next. ((00:00))
Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim is speaking out about a storage facility proposal to take over what used to be a popular supermarket in the city. He also answered some listener questions. ((14:56))
Beware of bogus blue badge applications! The BBB sent out a warning following news of Facebook creating a monthly subscription for people wanting the blue checkmark on their profile. But it’s not offered yet in the US. Kristen Johnson shares how scammers are already trying to profit off of this change. ((29:50))
Workout Wednesday: in honor of Heart Health Month, Amy Llinas shares what foods and supplements are game changers for your heart. ((38:03))
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Tuesday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli looked at new bills under consideration at the State Capitol that might enforce statewide rent control (0:21). University of New Haven Professor Dr. Howard Stoffer offered his thoughts on President Biden’s trip to Ukraine (10:28).
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Brookfield First Selectman Tara Carr has been thrown off Twitter over a post considered to be threatening. Tara Carr exclusively joined Melissa to defend her words and explain what she meant in her recent tweets. ((00:00))
A pair of firefighters came on the show to talk about proposed legislation to better protect firefighters. We learned what the state is debating and if lawmakers actually have data to backup a refusal to fund supportive programs. ((15:36))
Right now, as little as 40% of patient premiums go to dental care. As much as 60% goes to insurance company overhead. Under the proposed legislation, if an insurance carrier failed to invest most of premiums to oral health, the difference would be refunded to the patient. We heard from Kathlene Gerrity, Executive Director of the Connecticut State Dental Association. ((34:01))
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Friday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli wrapped up the week talking about a controversial idea to pay striking workers in Connecticut unemployment compensation after two weeks on a picket line (0:25). Fairfield GOP State Sen. Tony Hwang updated the current controversy over Connecticut beach fees (14:09). Journal Inquirer of Manchester columnist Chris Powell stopped by with his monthly check-in (25:44).
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