Voice of CT

Melissa in the Morning: Time Share Scare

Scam alert! The BBB is warning people about a potential vacation disaster: time share deception. Kristen Johnson shares why the fine print is important and finding the right exit company to partner with. ((00:00))

The Chick-Fil-A frenzy is back in Fairfield. First Selectwoman Brenda Kupchick shared what changed in the plans since 2021. She also talked about the millions of dollars from the state helping with HVAC problems in schools. ((12:45))

All Our Kin is a national nonprofit focused on finding affordable, reliable and available child care options. Jessica Snager, CEO and Co-Founder, shared some major milestones around childcare and what upcoming changes are on the horizon for CT. ((26:54))

We remember Stew Leonard Sr. and the legacy he leaves behind. ((36:36))

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Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: She Just went … There

Thursday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli wondered if GOP White House candidate Nikki Haley crossed a line when referring to President Biden’s reelection prospects (0:19). We also featured our weekly chat with blogger Lennie Grimaldi from www.OnlyInBridgeport.com (10:30).

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The Lisa Wexler Show – Julie Benko

Julie Benko returns to The Lisa Wexler Show to talk about her new show STANDBY, ME where she reflects on the journey leading to her meteoric rise as the standby for Fanny Brice in Broadway’s FUNNY GIRL, sharing songs and behind-the-scenes stories of her days understudying. She’s joined by her husband, Jason Yeager, on piano, STANDBY, ME is up at The Sacred Heart Community Theater 5/19.

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Melissa in the Morning: Save Promise Club

This week is National Youth Violence Prevention Week: a week dedicated to inspiring kids to take a stand against violence in their schools and communities. At one Milford high school, they adopted the Save Promise Club this year and are already seeing big changes from the student body. We spoke with the club’s advisor and president about the group and plans to expand their work to other schools. ((00:00))

US Senator Chris Murphy of Connecticut co-authored a social media bill to better protect teenagers. It would mean kids 13-17 need parental consent before getting on certain platforms. It also would ban children under 13 from creating accounts or interacting with other users. We talk about the bill and if it will be effective. We also got perspective on this from our new high school intern. ((11:09))

New research questions if there is a link between French fry consumption and depression. We spoke with Dr. Andrew Wong about the findings and who is most at risk of mental health impacts from the food. ((27:38))

Zoo Minute: The Zoo is opening the Kathy Brady Education Center at the Beardsley Zoo. ((35:49))

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Melissa in the Morning: The Latest Measles Outbreak

American Samoa has issued a public health emergency after an outbreak of measles has spread across the U.S. territory. This is not the first time there has been an outbreak in the area. According to a WHO report, a 2019 outbreak swept the Pacific. We spoke with Dr. Browne about how these outbreaks happen and why vaccination rates are low in parts of our country.

He also touched on researchers following claims that the covid vaccine can lead to tinnitus as well as a quick story on the UK and scabies cases.

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Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Please Let Kids Be Kids

Wednesday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli opened with a bizarre story regarding how so-called “health” issues are being taught in at least one school (0:25). CTNewsJunkie columnist Terry Cowgill joined us to talk about bears and more (12:56). We also featured our weekly check-in with Hearst Connecticut Media columnist Dan Harr (25:04).

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The Lisa Wexler Show – Greater Bridgeport Bar Association

Lisa Wexler is joined by Etan Hirsh, President of the Greater Bridgeport Bar Association, GBBA Executive Director, Cindy Nigro & GBBA Law Day Committee Chair, Kyle LaBuff to talk about the GBBA’s mission and announce why Lisa Wexler was chosen as the 2023 Liberty Bell Award recipient. Lisa will be presented with the award during the GBBA’s Law Day event on May 1, 2023.

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Melissa in the Morning: Summer Camp for Plants

It’s possibly the ONLY plant storage facility in our state taking care of people’s plants during the winter time. We met John McGinnis of Gardens at Cheshire to learn about their business model, broad clientele and why it’s so popular for people using the service year after year. ((00:00))

A Bridgeport City Councilwoman is desperate to get her family back in America. Samia Suliman says her sons and husband are stuck in Sudan because of the fighting going on overseas. Senator Richard Blumenthal outlined the conflict and his calls for their return home. Also, Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim, weighed in on the impact for Suliman. ((19:06))

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CT Humane Society Pet of the Week

Today I want to introduce you to Leo! He is a 2 year old Beagle who is ready and waiting for his forever home! He is a fun pup and will let everyone that he is here, so we require a single family home to not the upset the neighbors. He seems to like other dogs but he hasn’t met any cats yet. Leo can be an anxious dog when left alone but we are working on a training plan with him to help set him up in his new home. He is an awesome office mate, he will bring me toys to toss and then lay by my feet while I am working. I think he would be perfect for folks who work from home! I love having Leo in the office but of course we would all love for his new family to come soon!

If you want to hear more about Leo or any of her friends here at CT humane visit us online at cthumane.org or give our Westport branch a call to speak to our adoption counselors.

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: The Official Kick Off

Tuesday’s “Connecticut Today” featured host Paul Pacelli’s analysis of President Joe Biden’s reelection announcement (0:19). Brookfield GOP State Sen. Stephen Harding joined us to chat about more recent black bear encounters in his district (16:30).

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