Voice of CT

Melissa in the Morning: Obesity

Weightloss is usually a resolution for most people at the new year. But we want it to be done in a healthy way. Dr. Joe St. Pierre is a Hartford HealthCare Medical Weight Loss specialist in the Fairfield Region. He spoke about the best way to attack weightloss goals and also touched on childhood obesity. ((00:00))

The Lt. Governor stopped by to talk about marijuana product sales in Connecticut. She addressed impaired drivers, retail shops and overturned convictions. ((14:59))

We checked in with Senator Kevin Kelly to discuss college affordability, tax cuts and other major items being discussed during the legislative session. ((29:05))

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Melissa in the Morning: Bacterial Meningitis

Legendary rock guitarist, Jeff Beck, died at 78 from bacterial meningitis, according to medical officials. What is bacterial meningitis? How common is it? Could a meningitis vaccine protect you from this? Dr. Browne gave us some insight into this.

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Melissa in the Morning: Marijuana Rollout

Governor Lamont stopped by for the first time since marijuana products sales became legal in Connecticut. We tackled impaired driving concerns, serving underage users and the war on drugs. Plus, he answered other listener questions involving tax cuts, energy costs and combating wrong way drivers. ((00:00))

Holiday scam reports were up big time in 2022. We got an overview from Kristen Johnson of the Better Business Bureau about the top scams, the monetary losses and how you can protect yourselves from con artists. ((16:15))

A law known as a ‘game-changer’ is now in effect and impacts Connecticut residents at risk of breast or ovarian cancer. We spoke with medical professionals about this legislation and why it matters. ((25:21))

Want to lose weight in 2023? We talk to registered dietician Melissa Keeney about the dangers of cleanses and detoxes. Find out why slow and steady really does win the health race. ((36:16))

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Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Who’s Getting Paid?

Wednesday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli featured Jordan Davidson from the group “Smart Approaches to Marijuana” talking about Connecticut’s recreational marijuana rollout and who stands to benefit the most (0:47). Former Florida GOP Congressman Francis Rooney talked about what’s ahead for the new Congress (14:48). State Senate GOP Leader Kevin Kelly joined us to talk about state spending priorities for the near future (26:13). Quinnipiac University Professor Sheila Hayre detailed the observance of National Human Trafficking Awareness Day (36:24). Paul also had some thoughts on the controversy surrounding newly-elected New York GOP Congressman George Santos (46:30).

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CT Humane Society Pet of the Week

Meet Comet, a lovely, playful red husky. Comet is 3 years old and happy and healthy. He has previously lived with children, but of course we would want to have him meet any new children in a potential family at the shelter. He is very playful with dogs although sometimes he has a rude playing style. He is not a good match for cats. We would love to find an active home for him where he can get plenty of exercise and enjoy, cuddling, and playing with a new Family. To learn more, visit us online at CTHumane.org.

Melissa in the Morning: Police Recruits

Bridgeport, like other municipalities, is experiencing a shortage of police officers. We spoke with Chief Roderick Porter and Lt. Angelo Collazo about recruitment efforts. ((00:00))

The Connecticut Audubon has a new nature preserve at Stratford Point! We spoke with Patrick Comins about the new acquired land and what it means for bird enthusiasts. ((16:54))

Tennis legend, Martina Navratilova, was just diagnosed with two cancers. Did one lead to another and how common is this scenario? We spoke with Breast Cancer Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Valerie Brutus. ((30:48))

Day one is in the books for marijuana-product sales in Connecticut. So, how does this change workplace policy and hiring practices? We asked BRBC president, Dan Onofrio. ((39:23))

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Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Marijuana Opening Day

Tuesday’s “Connecticut Today” with host Paul Pacelli opened with Paul’s update on the first day of recreational marijuana sales in the state (0:30). Marijuana Policy Project Senior Legislative Counsel DeVaughn Ward also joined us to chat about the start of marijuana sales (9:56), while Connecticut marijuana retailer Ben Zachs talked about what customers he was seeing on the first day of adult recreational sales (22:22).

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Melissa in the Morning: Mental Health Days

New York State is looking to join Connecticut and 11 other states in offering mental health days for K-12 students. But what should mental health days away from school look like? We got insight from professional counselor, Julius Dudics. ((00:00))

New year, new job? We talked about resume building and the need for a LinkedIn profile with career strategist, Julie Bauke. ((14:31))

Crime on the Mind: after the deaths of four college students, retired Lt. Jim Perez talked about stalkers and how to better protect yourselves at home with less exposure to outside dangers. ((31:10))

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Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: It’s Recreational Marijuana Time!

Monday’s “Connecticut Today” featured host Paul Pacelli’s thoughts on the start of recreational marijuana sales in the state (0:30). University of New Haven criminal justice lecturer Robert McDonald offered his analysis on the Idaho college murder investigation (6:30). Noted immigration attorney Renata Castro weighed in on the latest immigration law proposals from the Biden White House (16:30).

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Melissa in the Morning: Both Sides of the Aisle

Lawmakers are expected to return to the State Capitol in Hartford today. Legislative business was canceled last Thursday and Friday because of the death of Middletown state Representative Quentin Williams. We kick off our bi-weekly interviews hearing from senators representing both major political parties in Connecticut. Democratic Senator James Maroney and Republican Senator Tony Hwang reflected on the loss of Rep. Williams and shared their goals for the current session. ((00:00))

“New year, new me” is a common phrase when we enter a new year. But “New Year, New Marriage” isn’t quite as plausible…why? Marriage consultant, Bob Donovan, tackles that concept and why so many couples remain in distress. ((29:22))

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