Brad & Dan- Sep. 7, 2017: Givas says Trump deal with Dems not surprising
Nick Givas says President Donald Trump's deal with the Democrats on funding for Hurricane Harvey should not come as a surprise. Givas, a media reporter with the Daily Caller, talked about the deal, DACA and more in this interview.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/Willard#politics #government #weather
9m Sep 07, 2017
9m
Brad & Dan- Sep. 6, 2017: Be sure hurricane donations are legit and new robocall scam revealed
Robocallers are apparently unleashing a new approach. In this interview, Howard Schwartz, Executive Director of the Better Business Bureau serving Connecticut, talks about the scam and also what you need to know, when making donations to hurricane relief funds.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/ Karl Spencer#hurricane #donations #robocalls #scams
15m Sep 06, 2017
15m
Brad & Dan- Sep. 6, 2017: Bloomfield High celebrates 100 years
Bloomfield High School will celebrate its Centennial on Sept. 15 and 16. In this interview, Bloomfield High School principal Dan Moletti talks about the weekend celebration events and about Bloomfield High School.Pictured in photo L-R: Brad Davis, Dan Lovallo, Dan Moletti#education #school #centennial
13m Sep 06, 2017
13m
Brad & Dan- Sep. 5, 2017: CBIA says 'no' to more and higher taxes
As the state of Connecticut continues to grapple over a new state budget, the Connecticut Business & Industry Association is coming out against more and higher taxes. Peter Gioia, a vice president and economist at CBIA, explains in this interview.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/Terminator3D#taxes #government #business
9m Sep 05, 2017
9m
Brad & Dan- Sep. 1, 2017: Bishop Davis, Hartford native, helps lead Houston relief effort
Hartford native, Bishop Sterling Davis of the Renaissance Church of Houston, is among those leading the relief effort in the hurricane-ravaged city. In this interview, Bishop Davis talks about the destruction. Also in the interview is Pastor Bruce Carter of Temple Restoration in Hartford. He talks about the coordinated effort in greater Hartford to collect supplies for the Hurricane Harvey vict...
18m Sep 03, 2017
18m
Brad & Dan- Sep. 1, 2017: Somers heralds act preventing opioid abuse
Connecticut State Sen. Heather Somers, R-Groton, is heralding a bi-partisan bill signed into law that is designed to reduce abuse of opioids. In this interview, she discusses Public Act 17-131, An Act Preventing Prescription Opioid Diversion and Abuse.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/BackyardProduction#opioids #drugs #abuse #prescription #government
11m Sep 03, 2017
11m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 29, 2017: Srinivasan says single-payer system not the way to go
Connecticut State Rep. Prasad Srinivasan, a physician and a Republican Party gubernatorial candidate, says a single-payer health care system is not the way to go in the state or in the U.S. In this interview, Rep. Srinivasan explains why single-payer will not work.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/BrianAJackson#healthcare #government #politics
37m Aug 30, 2017
37m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 29, 2017: Suzio says "no" to home heating oil tax
Connecticut state Sen. Len Suzio, R-Meriden, is saying "no" to DEEP's plan to add a tax on home heating oil to help supplement a new state energy plan. Sen. Suzio discusses his position in this issue.Pictured in photo L-R: Brad Davis, Dan Lovallo, Sen. Suzio#fuel #taxes #government
15m Aug 29, 2017
15m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 28, 2017: Markley will challenge commission
On Thursday, Connecticut State Sen. Joe Markley and State Rep. Rob Sampson will challenge a charge made by the State Elections Enforcement Commission, dating back to the 2014 campaign. Sen. Markley explains why he believes the fight is all about freedom of speech.Pictured L-R: Brad Davis, Sen. Markley, Dan Lovallo#government #freedom #speech #campaign
17m Aug 28, 2017
17m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 28, 2017: CBIA opposes tax hikes
In this interview, Joe Brennan, president and CEO of the Connecticut Business & Industry Association, explains why its membership opposes tax hikes being proposed by the Connecticut State House Democrats.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images/DigitalVision/MariaTeijeiro#government #taxes
10m Aug 28, 2017
10m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 25, 2017: Speaker Aresimowicz explains tax plan
Connecticut Speaker of the House Joe Aresimowicz says the tax plan proposed by Connecticut House Democrats is a starting point for discussion, not a plan etched in stone. In this interview, he details the plan and how it impacts residents and also the relationship between the state and municipalities.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock Editorial/gnagel#state #government #taxes
15m Aug 26, 2017
15m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 25, 2017: Connecticut's 1st Troubadour Callinan has Veteran's Presence
Connecticut's First Troubadour, Tom Callinan, is a Vietnam-era Marine. In this interview he sings, including "Some Gave All, All Gave Some," talks about his career in music and previews the release of his new CD, "Forget-Me-Nots."Pictured in photo L-R: Dan Lovallo, Brad Davis, Tom Callinan#veteran #music #history
25m Aug 26, 2017
25m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 24, 2017: Rep. Davis says Dems tax plan includes insurance surcharge
Connecticut state Rep. Chris Davis, R-Ellington, says the House Democrats tax plan announced on Wednesday includes a home owner's insurance surcharge to pay for crumbling basements and other home issues. He says in this interview, that for Republicans, a budget with tax hikes cannot be supported.Podcast photo credit: Dan Lovallo#basements #concrete #politics #taxes
17m Aug 24, 2017
17m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 24, 2017- Stewart won't rule out run. Talks Hartford bankruptcy
New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart won't rule out a run for governor in Connecticut. The two-term Republican also said there is no reason Hartford should file for bankruptcy. In this interview, the mayor also talked about housing coming to downtown New Britain with the Raphael Building Apartments.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/f11photos#politics #government #bankruptcy
16m Aug 24, 2017
16m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 23, 2017: Fasano says no to taxes
Connecticut state Senate Republican Leader Len Fasano says his caucus will oppose any budget that includes tax hikes. In this interview, the Senator talks about the budget stalemate but also about progress being made between the Republicans and Democrats in other areas of the budget.Pictured in photo L-R: Brad Davis, Sen. Fasano, Dan Lovallo#budget #government #politics
15m Aug 23, 2017
15m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 23, 2017: Aerus can help you rid basement of mold smell
Aerus, "The Healthy Home Experts," can help you rid that basement of mold smell. So says franchise owner, Vinnie Aspromonti, who explains the product in this interview.Pictured in photo L-R: Dan Lovallo, Brad Davis, Vinnie Aspromonti#mold #humidity #home #improvement
16m Aug 23, 2017
16m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 22, 2017: Wiknik recalls Vietnam service in enduring book "Namsense"
It's been years since Art Wiknik Jr. wrote his book about his experiences in the Vietnam War, as a member of the 101st Airborne Division. However, sales of "Namsense" are still going strong. In this interview, Wiknik talks about his service and how wearing a Mickey Mouse watch got him through his military duties.Pictured in photo: Dan Lovallo, Brad Davis (holding copy of Art's book), Art Wiknik...
36m Aug 22, 2017
36m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 22, 2017: Sena fights for Veterans' military funeral honors
The state of Connecticut has once again eliminated funding for military honors at Veterans' funerals. Sal Sena, Commander of Funeral Honors & Public Relations Officer for the Marine Corps League Department of Connecticut, says the funding was eliminated under Gov. Malloy's emergency budget. He discusses the entire story in this interview.Pictured in photo from L-R: Dan Lovallo, Brad Davis, Sal ...
20m Aug 22, 2017
20m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 21, 2017: Dr. Lou maps out strategy for students
Louise Loomis, Ed.D. founded ThinkWell Center in 2011. She began her career as a science teacher in Cleveland, Ohio and continued teaching in Hartford, Connecticut. Now "Dr. Lou" is hoping to teach students about critical thinking through geographical literacy, as she explains in this interview.Pictured in photo L-R: Dan Lovallo, Brad Davis, Dr. Loomis#maps #geography #instruction
15m Aug 21, 2017
15m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 21, 2017: CRT needs new truck for meals and you can help
The Community Renewal Team needs a new truck to deliver meals to thousands of senior citizens and children in central Connecticut. In this interview, Gus Keach-Longo, Vice President of the Community Renewal Team, discusses how people can become part of a Sept. 12 golf tournament at Keney Park Golf Course in Hartford to help raise funds for the delivery truck.PIctured in photo L-R: Dan Lovallo, ...
18m Aug 21, 2017
18m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 18, 2017: Dave Stevens inspires, playing ball with no legs
Dave Stevens is a motivational, keynote speaker. The seven-time Emmy Award winner was born with no legs. He has played professional baseball and football. Today, he travels the country, performing before minor league baseball games and speaking to groups. He tells his story in this interview.Pictured in photo: L-R, Brad Davis, Dave Stevens. Standing: Dan Lovallo, Tate Stevens#handicap #sports #...
37m Aug 19, 2017
37m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 18- Croatia could be highlight of 5 country cruise
Croatia could be the highlight of a five-country, 12-day, Viking River Cruise. So says Rick Synnott of Synnott Travel Agency. In this interview, Rick details the cruise's highlights, including a scenic portion of the Danube River.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/WitR#cruise #river #country
16m Aug 19, 2017
16m
Ed Said - 8/15/17 - Keith Reed Live from Charlottesville
14m Aug 18, 2017
14m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 17, 2017: Davis says no defense for Trump comments
Yvonne R. Davis is an internationally recognized leadership development trainer, professional coach, speaker, and award winning journalist. Ms. Davis has served the U.S. Department of State in the capacity as a lecturer, trainer, and speaker for the Speakers’ Bureau, enhancing and spreading public diplomacy on behalf of the United States of America. She has worked under both Presidents George W...
39m Aug 17, 2017
39m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 17, 2017: Heim contacts FBI over crumbling basements
Tim Heim has contacted the FBI, seeking a probe over the crumbling basements epidemic in eastern Connecticut. Heim is President of the Connecticut Coalition Against Crumbling Basements. In this interview, he mentions how the U.S. Attorney's office stated an investigation is beyond it's realm and to contact the FBI. Heim also provides a general update on the crumbling basement crisis.Podcast pho...
33m Aug 17, 2017
33m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 16, 2017: Colella on mission to find Cystic Fibrosis cure
Jim Colella is on a mission, and that's to find a cure for Cystic Fibrosis. The CEO of Telserv, talks about his goal and a 2017 fundraiser scheduled for Aug. 26 in Cromwell, CT. His two granddaughters have Cystic Fibrosis and he talks about that too.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/designer491#cysticfibrosis #disease #cure
38m Aug 17, 2017
38m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 16, 2017: Bronin chides legislature; backs library closings
Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin is criticizing the state legislature for not passing budget, while his city continues to languish, financially. He also says he backs the recommended closing of three library branches, during this interview.Podcast photo credit: Dan Lovallo#government #library #finances
18m Aug 17, 2017
18m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 16, 2017: Commissioner offers warnings
Making a large purchase? In this interview, Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection Commissioner Michelle Seagull discusses what you need to know, when buying a high-ticket item. She also talks about why it's important to talk about retail warnings in August. Podcast photo credit: Getty Images/DigitalVision/Image Source#retail #consumers #warnings
14m Aug 17, 2017
14m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 15, 2017: Livingston ready to play jazz at fair
Ace Livingston jazz artist, who plays jazz guitar. In this interview, he talks about his career and about performing on Saturday, Aug. 19 at the Bloomfield Backpack Back To School Fair.Pictured in photo L-R: Dan Lovallo, Brad Davis, Ace Livingston#music #jazz #art
18m Aug 15, 2017
18m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 15, 2017: Obama knew of Russian interest in 2014 says Givas
Nick Givas is a media reporter for The Daily Caller, dailycaller.com. In this interview, he discusses several stories on their website, including one about President Obama being informed of Russia's interest in interfering with the U.S. presidential elections in 2014. Givas, by the way, is from Connecticut.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/alexkava#politics #government #campaigns
18m Aug 15, 2017
18m
Brad & Dan podcast- Aug. 15, 2017: Sen. Hwang says GOP not anti-union
Connecticut State Sen. Tony Hwang, R-Fairfield, says the Republican Party is not anti-union, despite its opposition to the recently approved state employees union concessions deal. The senator explains the situation in this interview.Pictured in photo: Brad Davis, Dan Lovallo, Sen. Hwang#government #unions #politics
12m Aug 15, 2017
12m
CT On The Hill- Aug. 15, 2017: Static from town gets owner's goat
Tracy Longoria, owner of Aussakita Acres Farm in Manchester, CT, is upset with the town's attempt to halt her goat yoga classes. She called CT On The Hill to express her displeasure and educate the audience about the issue.Podcast Photo Credit: Getty Images/DigitalVision/Thomas Northcut#goats #yoga #tourism #agriculture
12m Aug 15, 2017
12m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 10, 2017: Pincince teaches about social media
Tom Pincince is the Assistant Director of Athletics at Central Connecticut State University. He visits high schools, middle schools and elementary schools, talking to students about the dos and don'ts of social media. His website is takethisplayoff.com and Pincince discusses all of this in his interview.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStockEditorial/rvlsoft#socialmedia #education #stud...
39m Aug 15, 2017
39m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 11, 2017: Concert raises funds for Cystic Fibrosis
A vocal concert featuring local talent from across Connecticut will highlight a Cystic Fibrosis Foundation fundraiser Friday, Aug. 25 at Simsbury High School in Simsbury, CT. One of the event's organizer's, Julie Rumbold, provides background for the big event. Pictured in photo: Seated- Brad Davis, standing, Dan Lovallo, Julie Rumbold#fundraiser #opera #music #charity
17m Aug 15, 2017
17m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 10, 2017: Sen. Markley predicts budget by Labor Day
In a wide-ranging interview, Connecticut state Sen. Joe Markley is predicting that the state will have a budget by Labor Day, though it may include Democrat-supported tax hikes. The senator also talked about a bill he supported but did not come up for a vote on using taxpayers money to buy art work. Pictured in photo L-R: Brad Davis, Sen. Markley, Dan Lovallo#budget #government #art
15m Aug 15, 2017
15m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 14, 2017: Larson, Courtney push Medicare bill
Connecticut U.S. Representatives John Larson and Joe Courtney will introduce a bill in Congress to lower the eligibility for Medicare to age 50. In this interview they explain their plan.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/s-c-s#health #insurance #government
34m Aug 14, 2017
34m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 14: Bloomfield ready for backpack fair
The town of Bloomfield, CT is getting ready for hits Back To School Backpack Fair on Saturday, Aug. 19. Bloomfield Town Manager Phil Schenck and Board of Education Chairman Don Harris have all the details in this interview.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images/iStock/Image Source#backpacks #education #school
17m Aug 14, 2017
17m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 12, 2017: Schwartz says FTC starts telemarketer crackdown
The Federal Trade Commission is taking steps to crackdown on telemarketers and robo callers. So says Howard Schwartz, Executive Communications Director of the Better Business Bureau serving Connecticut. Schwartz goes into detail in this interview.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/BrianAJackson#robocalls#telemarketers#government
7m Aug 14, 2017
7m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 9, 2017: Why Mayor Drew wants to be governor
Middletown, CT Mayor Dan Drew wants to be governor of the state of Connecticut. In this interview, he explains why he is running for the Democratic Party gubernatorial nomination and discusses some of his policy positions. Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/f11photos#politics #government #candidates
35m Aug 13, 2017
35m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 8, 2017: Why Srinivasan wants to be governor
State Rep. Prasad Srinivasan wants to be governor and he is seeking the Republican Party gubernatorial nomination. In this interview, he explains why he is running for Connecticut's highest office.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/SeanPavonePhoto#politics #government #campaign
35m Aug 10, 2017
35m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 8, 2017: Beware of fake debt collectors
When a debt collector comes calling, remember that those on the receiving end of the call have rights too, especially since some debt collectors could be fake. So says Howard Schwartz, Executive Communications Director of the Better Business Bureau serving Connecticut. In this interview, Schwartz talks about debt collections, student loans, back-to-school week deals and much more.Podcast photo ...
16m Aug 10, 2017
16m
Brad & Dan- Gioia says CBIA against tax hikes
As Connecticut grapples with a new budget, an increase in the sales tax is among the plans under discussion. Membership in the Connecticut Business & Industry Association is opposed to a higher sales tax, according to Peter Gioia, CBIA Vice President and economist. He explains why in this interview.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/Terminator3D#taxes #business #government
11m Aug 07, 2017
11m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 4, 2017: Coalition wants fire sprinklers installed
The CT Fire Sprinkler Coalition is pushing for a mandate requiring fire sprinklers to be installed in new construction of one and two-family homes. West Haven Fire Marshall Keith Flood, chair of the coalition, explains why in this interview.Pictured in photo standing: Dan Lovallo, Fire Marshall Flood. Seated: Brad Davis#sprinklers #construction #home #fire
14m Aug 06, 2017
14m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 4, 2017: Boucher says Senate GOP budget being ignored
Connecticut state Sen. Toni Boucher, R-26th, says a new budget plan advanced by the Senate Republicans, which includes the union concessions deal, is being ignored by Democrats. In this interview, she also discussed why towns in her district believe Gov. Malloy's education cost-sharing plan is ruinous.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/f11photo#government #taxes #budget #education
13m Aug 06, 2017
13m
CT On The Hill- Aug. 4, 2017: Owners sour on proposed Connecticut restaurant tax
Restaurant owners in Connecticut are sour on a plan that would tax food and beverages one percent. That's on top of the taxes diners already pay. The additional tax plan is being floated in the state legislature, as a means to send state funds to municipalities. In this interview, Sarah Maloney, Executive Director of the Connecticut Restaurant Association, explains why her membership is opposed...
11m Aug 06, 2017
11m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 3, 2017: Fichman says too much regulation hurting business
Prominent greater Hartford eye surgeon Dr. Richard Fichman, says too many government regulations are hurting his business facilities in Harford's north end and in Torrington. He explains, during this interview.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/filmfoto#government #regulation #zoning
14m Aug 03, 2017
14m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 3, 2017: Survey shows consumer confidence impacted by budget
Consumer confidence in Connecticut may be on the wane because of the state's ongoing budget crisis. (Connecticut is still without a new two-year budget more than a month into the new fiscal year.) In this interview, Alissa DeJong, Vice President of Research for the Connecticut Economic Resource Center, discussed the results of the second quarter 2017 InformCT Consumer Confidence Survey conduct...
13m Aug 03, 2017
13m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 3, 2017: Laurie Ferguson uses rare disease to inspire
The last year has been topsy-turvy for Laurie Ferguson. The physically active Ferguson, 58, was diagnosed with a rare auto-immune disease, Wegener's Vasculitis. Life has been a challenge since. But with a bright outlook and help from families and friends, Ferguson has managed to turn her life around. She talks about her journey, along with her daughter, Brook Ferguson, in this interview.Picture...
16m Aug 03, 2017
16m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 2, 2017: Brad & Dan debate text and drive crackdown
In this segment of the Brad & Dan Show, Brad Davis and Dan Lovallo debate the campaign being staged by 50 local police departments across Connecticut: "UText, UDrive, UPay."Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/mokee81#text #drive #police
4m Aug 02, 2017
4m
Brad & Dan- Aug. 2, 2017: Sen. Hwang predicts tax hikes
Connecticut state Sen. Tony Hwang is predicting taxes will go up, under the state employees' union concessions deal passed along party lines in the last week. Hwang, a Republican, doesn't see how the state budget can be balanced, otherwise, as he explains in this interview.Pictured in photo L-R: Brad Davis, Dan Lovallo, Sen. Hwang#government #budget #pension
14m Aug 02, 2017
14m