Westport RTM member, Kristin Schneeman, joins Lisa Wexler to explain Westport, CT’s new gas leaf blowing ordinance which is gaining ground across the country.
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Cooking with Claud: Strawberry Pretzel Slab Pie
— Cooking spray
— 4 cups of mini pretzels
— 1 tbsp sugar
— 3/4 cups of unsalted butter melted (1.5 sticks)
— 2 bottles of instant vanilla pudding mix
— 2 cups low-fat milk
— 2 cups whipped topping
— 1 pkg of strawberries or fresh strawberries sliced
— (optional) strawberry jam, warm
Melissa in the Morning: Youth Crime in CT
In recent month, Norwalk Police have arrested nine middle schoolers for crimes including vandalism. Police Chief James Walsh told us the latest on the investigations and how the city has been actively combatting youth crime. ((00:00))
Two bills are getting a thumbs up and moving through the legislative session. The pair of bills tackles issues surrounding animal rights in CT. State Rep. Dorinda Borer shared the two pieces of legislation with us. ((11:05))
May is National Water Safety Month and we had aquatics director, Alex Hunter, on to talk about the importance of swim lessons. She also talked about benchmarks for swimmers and the effectiveness of year round lessons, not seasonal. ((22:04))
Hartford Healthcare and Sacred Heart University are partnering up! We learned what the two entities are doing for current and future nursing students and how it impacts CT. ((35:18))
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Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: To Boycott Or Not
Thursday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli wondered if area listeners ever participated in a product or company boycott because of political or other reasons (0:38). Yankee Institute for Public Policy Director of External Affairs Bryce Chinault talked about some key bills being considered in the General Assembly (17:10). We got details about an upcoming Barnum Festival events from Nancy McKiernan (29:40). Finally, blogger Lennie Grimaldi from OnlyInBridgeport.com stopped by for his weekly update (39:02).
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The Lisa Wexler Show – Jennifer Holliday
Tony award winner, Jennifer Holliday, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss her stardom, incredible career, and coming to CT to be the Special Guest Performer for GOODSPEED Musicals’ 60th Anniversary Gala, June 12th, 2023.
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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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