Voice of CT

Melissa in the Morning: Teen Gambling Addiction

Online gambling is the fastest growing form of gambling and some teenagers are getting hooked. Diana Goode is the executive director of CT Council on Problem Gambling. She stopped by to point out the problem with sports betting and shares how to combat the problem. ((00:00))

Does Connecticut do a good enough job accommodating people with disabilities headed to the polls? The Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities addresses some of the issues and share how to prepare properly for Election Day. ((13:03))

One week away from the election and we get a political outlook from Dr. Bilal Sekou at the University of Hartford. ((25:24))

IMAGE CREDIT:
iStock / Getty Images Plus

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: A Costly Misstep?

We wrapped up another week on “Connecticut Today” with news of a controversial statement from GOP gubernatorial candidate Bob Stefanowski (0:30). SCSU Associate Professor of Political Science Dr. Jonathan Wharton joined us to talk about that story and other election news (9:45). Restore Us Institute executive director Scott Cleland updated the latest regulatory issues surrounding the Internet (19:18).

Image Credit: Getty Images

Cooking with Claud: Skeleton Meatloaf

Ingredients:
— Onion
— Chopped Meat
— Celery
— Bacon
— Garlic, Thyme, Pepper, Cayenne

Melissa in the Morning: On the Horizon

This week, we focused on different events and changes that are coming up in a matter of days and weeks:

Connecticut State Police tackled Halloween Safety ((00:00))
Mitch Gross with Eversource talked about weatherization for homes and how to cut down on heating costs this winter. ((14:01))
Alan Sheketoff of Macman Insurance Associates talked about the healthcare open enrollment period for people under 65 starting November first. ((28:38))
Deputy Secretary of State, Scott Bates, shared what you need to know ahead of Election Day. ((41:38))

IMAGE CREDIT:
iStock / Getty Images Plus

Melissa in the Morning: Tri-demic?

You’ve probably seen the term “tri-demic” being tossed around in the news. It’s a catchy phrase to basically bring attention to RSV cases, flu cases and covid cases. Dr. Browne talks about the trends we are seeing here in Connecticut. We also took several listener questions regarding flu and covid vaccines.

IMAGE CREDIT:
DigitalVision Vectors

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Here Comes Early Voting

On Wednesday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli, we talked about new poll numbers pointing toward an apparent desire by Connecticut residents for some period of early voting (0:29). Quinnipiac University International Business Prof. Mohammad Elahee discussed the significance of Britain’s new Prime Minister Rishi Sunak (16:22). We also welcomed a call from GOP Lt. Gov. candidate Laura Devlin (30:25).

Image Credit: Getty Images

Melissa in the Morning: Warm Up before Winter

On the Horizon: Weatherizing your home! Mitch Gross with Eversource gave us tips to prep our homes for the winter months. How can we cut down on heating costs? ((00:00))

We focused so much on the relatively new, Hartford Healthcare Ampitheater, that many miss the Total Mortgage Arena next door. Dan Onofrio of the BRBC talked about the new ownership and what’s happening at the arena. ((14:36))

Workout Wednesday: studies show strength training is very helpful to people 65 and older. Amy Llinas shares why that is and how to know if your form is correct. ((25:26))

IMAGE CREDIT:
iStock / Getty Images Plus

CT Humane Society Pet of the Week

This week we are bringing you baby Stitch, a 4 month old dilute tricolor lion head. Stitch is exceedingly fluffy and friendly. He’ll be a joy to have in any home. He needs a family who can groom him regularly and give him lots of free roaming time. He may like to be bonded to a spayed female. Like all our adoptable rabbits, he is neutered and vaccinated for RHDV2. Speaking of RHdV2, we’d like to take a moment to talk about this devastating virus that’s affecting the domestic and wild rabbit populations across the country. It has recently arrived in Connecticut and can easily spread to domestic rabbits that are kept outdoors, and even those indoors as the virus can be carried into your home on the bottom of your shoes. We recommend all rabbit owners speak to their vets about getting their little ones protected. If you have any questions about Stitch or how to give your rabbit an enriched and happy life, give a call at the Westport branch of CT Humane or visit online at cthumane.org

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: The State Democratic Party Chairwoman

On Tuesday’s “Connecticut Today,” host Paul Pacelli welcomed State Democratic Party Chairwoman Nancy DiNardo to talk about the upcoming elections (0:23). Discovery Institute Senior Fellow Dr. Robert Marbut chatted with us about the nation’s ongoing homeless and poverty problems (15:38).

Image Credit: Getty Images

Joe Aguiar: Chai And Bysiewicz

Joe Aguiar started the show off with a small rant about Republican Gubernatorial Candidate Bob Stefanowski suing the Independent Party, which lead into a discussion about the political landscape with Libertarian Party Candidate to Represent the third district, Dr. Amy Chai (0:00). After that, Connecticut Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz joined the conversation to talk about her and Governor Ned Lamont’s campaign (42:22).

Image Credit: Getty Images