New research from Utah-based Intermountain Healthcare shows those who practice intermittent fasting have a reduced risk of severe COVID-19 complications. Is there any truth to this? And we took some listener questions about covid boosters. Dr. Browne covered it all.
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1. There is a new up and coming program called Westport College Prep. It is a postsecondary transition program for neurodiverse learners. Dr. Dawn Matera, co-founder of the Westport Day School, shared all the details about the program for special needs adults. ((00:10))
2. Helping Hands Outreach has been around for over a decade. The creator of this organization feeding and supporting the community, has showed up every Sunday, except for two, in ten years! We shared her story and how you can get involved. ((13:17))
3. Zoo Minute: The origin of the Beardsley Zoo ((22:16))
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“Connecticut Today” host Paul Pacelli wondered why the father of the nation’s latest mass shooting suspect would have ever signed off on a form allowing his son to purchase guns (0:24). Paul was also asked by a listener for his thoughts on a disturbing video showing the theft of firearm off a dead person (11:17).
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Meet Honey Comb and Fruit Pebbles! They are 3 month old female kittens! Like all our cats they are spayed and up to date on their vaccines. These gals came to us from one of our local TNR ( Trap Neuter Return) partners. It is that time of year so kittens are coming in by the numbers!
Both kittens are shy and need someone to continue to help them build confidence. I would say not great for a busy house hold and should go home families with older children (and together!) Don’t worry if these personalities don’t match what you are looking for we can try to match you with one of our other feline friends!
If anyone is interested in Honey comb and Fruity Pebbles or any other pet here at the shelter visit website and apply at cthumane.org/adopt to see all available animals! New animals are added weekly so make sure you check out our site often!
1. Unintentional drowning and grilling fires are two of the most avoidable tragedies. But the Red Cross says they respond to these issues every summer. John Godin gave some resources to prevent the problem and updated us on blood donations. ((00:10))
2. FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr is calling on Apple and Google to remove TikTok from their app stores over concerns that the Chinese government could access sensitive user data. We got perspective on the possibility of banning TikTok from Adam Rizzieri, Cofounder and Chief Marketing Officer of Agency Partner Interactive, a digital marketing firm. ((14:19))
3. Science you may not Know: Dark Skies ((23:45))
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“Connecticut Today” host Paul Pacelli wondered why the major social media companies keep getting a free pass on content that’s often a precursor to violent acts (0:31). CTNewsJunkie.com columnist Terry Cowgill joined us to chat about his latest op-ed on Gov. Ned Lamont using abortion rights to market Connecticut to businesses (13:09).
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1. Recently, some local teachers revealed school curriculum and teacher requirements have changed drastically…but how much truth is behind that? Fran Rabinowitz of the CT Association of Public School Superintendents weighed in on the conversation. ((00:10))
2. Coming off the July Fourth weekend, how did State Police fair in responding to calls? We got the latest from Trooper First Class Pedro Muniz. ((14:28))
3. Look before you lock. Fran Mayko of AAA talks about the dangers of leaving children or pets in hot cars this summer. ((23:37))
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Joe Aguair welcomed John Wood to Connecticut Today. Wood is a former politician and writer in Calfornia, who came on to talk about politics, the media and just the Republican Party.
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Meet Fritzy! She is a 2-year-old black and white female cat. She is spayed and up-to date on vaccines. Fritzy is a petite cat and it will be almost like having a kitten forever! She was found outside of our building one day and was shy for the first few days but settled in quickly.
She loves to have company, easy to handle, and just generally fun! We don’t recommend apartments due to her loud meows and she does need lots of attention so if you are looking for a quiet cat she is not the one for you. Though we do have other types of cat personalities too!
Fritzy is so easy going she will make a nice first time cat and would probably do well in a busy home. If anyone is interested in Fritzy or any other pet here at the shelter visit our website and apply at cthumane.org/adopt New animals are added weekly so make sure you check out our site often!
On a Tuesday edition of “Connecticut Today,” Joe Aguiar welcomed on a couple guests to the program. First, former State Representative Russell Morin joined the show to talk about a cornucopia of topics including the recent Roe V. Wade decision as well as just the state of politics altogether (0:00). GOP Senate Candidate Leora Levy got in on the conversation to talk about who she is and what she’s running for, as well as her platforms (17:08).
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