Lisa was joined in studio today for an extended conversation with PURA Chairwoman Marissa Gillett. Image Credit: tommaso79 / iStock / Getty Images Plus
Melissa in the Morning: Breaking the Stigma
After the tragic death of Stephen “tWitch” Boss, we talk about the stigma surrounding mostly men in America: don’t feel and suppress your struggles. Morning show counselor, Julius Dudics, tackles the issue of suicide prevention and how to better support guys. ((00:00)) The holiday rush is underway and we have the latest stats from AAA.…
Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: A Trump Indictment?
Monday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli had the latest on recommended criminal charges from Congress against former President Donald Trump (0:33). Sacred Heart University professor of Political Science Dr. Gary Rose also offered his thoughts on the House January 6th Committee’s actions (11:30). Former acting U.S. Customs and Border Patrol Commissioner Mark Morgan talked about…
The Lisa Wexler Show – Sen. Blumenthal And Greenwich Academy’s Molly King – 12/19/22
Today, Lisa is joined by Connecticut Sen. Richard Blumenthal (0:00) and Molly King, Head of School, Greenwich Academy (16:35). Image Credit: Mikhail Makarov / iStock / Getty Images Plus
Melissa in the Morning: Who Dropped the Ball?
A Milford police officer has been placed on leave over his handling of complaints filed by a woman who later was killed, allegedly by her ex-boyfriend. We get law enforcement perspective from former Fairfield Police Chief Gary MacNamara about protocols for domestic violence cases and could this tragedy be avoided? ((00:00)) It’s officially Hanukkah! We…
Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: An Athletic Controversy
Friday’s “Connecticut Today” got underway with news of a major court decision involving the state’s transgender athletes (0:29). Greenwich GOP State Sen. Ryan Fazio returned to the show to chat about Gov. Lamont’s proposal for state income tax relief (9:50). University of New Haven National Security Professor Dr. Olena Lennon offered her thoughts on the…
Melissa in the Morning: After the End
A Sacred Heart University professor shared his newest novel “After the End” and how people respond to trauma or loss. ((00:00)) Two well-known television anchors are caught having an affair. Gary Phelan with Mitchell and Sheehan shares how ABC dropped the ball and what employers should be doing with relationship policies. ((16:00)) Santa Claus came…
Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: What’s “Middle Income?”
Thursday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli featured more details on Governor Ned Lamont’s push for a middle-class state sales tax cut (0:29). Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence spokesperson Liza Andrews talked about recent high-profile cases of domestic violence in the state (10:25). University of New Haven Finance Instructor David Sacco offered his thoughts on the…
Melissa in the Morning: Antibiotic Shortage
Some parents of sick kids are scrambling with a nationwide shortage of amoxicillin. The popular antibiotic is used to treat ear infections, but doctors seem to be prescribing them for children fighting viruses. Dr. Browne shares why that’s happening and the negative aftermath of too many antibiotics in the human body. IMAGE CREDIT; iStock / Getty…
Melissa in the Morning: Women in Law Enforcement
We sat down with two officers from the Milford Police Department to talk about being a female in law enforcement. Plus, what’s being done to recruit and retain more women in policing? ((00:00)) Marking the Sandy Hook anniversary, Senator Blumenthal made another plea to lawmakers to put a ban on assault weapons. But what about…