Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim joins Lisa Wexler for an exclusive, extended, in-depth interview to discuss the highs and lows of his past, the primary election controversy, and other questions topping both local and national news headlines.
Melissa In The Morning: What Is Christmas Tree Syndrome?
Julie on the Job: Don’t go crazy at this year’s company party. Career strategist, Julie Bauke, explained why alcohol is not always your friend and presentation is a big factor in making an impression away from your desk. (0:00) According to a recent CBS News report, the typical American household must spend an additional $11,434…
CT Today With Paul Pacelli – Do War Protesters Get It?
Monday’s “Connecticut Today” with host Paul Pacelli wondered whether those protesting the Israel-Hamas war understand what’s actually going on (00:30). Blogger Chris Powell joined us to chat about the ongoing battle over gasoline powered vehicles in Connecticut (14:15), while we also heard from CTNewsJunkie and Substack.com blogger and columnist Terry Cowgill (27:26) Image Credit: iStock / Getty…
The Lisa Wexler Show – What You Need To Know About Trusts
Lisa Wexler answers an audience member’s question on if you can register an irrevocable trust, if you need a notary for trusts, and how a trust is funded? Image Credit: designer491 / iStock / Getty Images Plus
Melissa In The Morning: Navigating New York City In Times Of Protests
State data shows 80,000 people are living with Alzheimer’s in Connecticut. And even more people are caregivers of loved ones with the disease. Nicole Fidanzo, a Quinnipiac University professor, offered holiday tips for caregivers helping loved ones with dementia. (0:00) It’s an uncomfortable conversation, but it’s one that families need to start having with their…
CT Today With Paul Pacelli – More Money For Connecticut Teachers?
Friday’s “Connecticut Today” with host Paul Pacelli looked at a proposal from Governor Ned Lamont to possibly boost state teacher pay using federal covid funds (00:29). Former Bridgeport Democratic State Rep. Chris Caruso joined us with his weekly update (10:56), while we also heard from Daniel Jupp, author of, “Gates of Hell: Why Bill Gates…
Melissa In The Morning: Jim Himes On Israel
Counterfeiting is a long-time norm when it comes to the marijuana industry. But that problem has hit a new high since weed became legal in Connecticut. Attorney General William Tong shared the latest on bootleg cannabis products and how his office is combatting the problem. (0:00) Congressman Jim Himes is back! We did a catch-up…
The Lisa Wexler Show – Northwell Health’s Dr. David Gordon
Chair, Northwell Health Neurosurgery Westchester, Dr. David Gordon, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the new Center for Advanced Procedures with biplane angiography at Phelps Hospital, and what it means to patients in the Westchester/Fairfield surrounding area. Image Credit: VILevi / iStock / Getty Images Plus
CT Today With Paul Pacelli – Waiting For Real Change
Host Paul Pacelli opened Thursday’s “Connecticut Today” with comments on an op-ed piece written by a former Bridgeport state legislator (00:29). “Only In Bridgeport” blogger Lennie Grimaldi returned with the latest on Bridgeport’s mayoral election (12:24). Quinnipiac University Political Science Professor Dr. Wes Renfro commented on the passing and legacy of Connecticut resident Dr. Henry…
The Lisa Wexler Show – Why Do We Sleep And How Can We Sleep Better?
Award-winning author, Kenneth Miller, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss his book that maps the evolution of sleep science from fringe research to mainstream obsession, through the dramatic stories of the visionary scientists who were dedicated to unlocking sleep’s mysteries. Image Credit: Damir Khabirov / iStock / Getty Images Plus