Brad & Dan- June 12, 2017: Congressman Larson talks I-84/I-91 plan, Part Three
In this special Brad & Dan broadcast, U.S. Rep. John Larson talks about his plan for tunnel to replace I-84/I-91 in Hartford. This is part three of three and in this segment the congressman is joined by Carl Bard, former Connecticut Department of Transportation Deputy Commissioner and Chip Beckett, chairman of the Glastonbury Town Council and member of CROG. Earlier, State Rep. Tony Guerrera, c...
28m Jun 12, 2017
28m
Brad & Dan- June 12, 2017: U.S. Rep. John Larson talks I-84/I-91 plan, Part Two
In this special Brad & Dan broadcast, U.S. Rep. John Larson talks about his plan for tunnel to replace I-84/I-91 in Hartford. This is part two of three and the congressman is joined by Carl Bard, former Connecticut Department of Transportation Deputy Commissioner, State Rep. Tony Guerrera, co-chair of the General Assembly's Transportation Committee, Chip Beckett, chairman of the Glastonbury Tow...
28m Jun 12, 2017
28m
Brad & Dan- June 12, 2017: Congressman Larson talks I-84/I-91 plan, Part One
In this special Brad & Dan broadcast, U.S. Rep. John Larson talks about his plan for tunnel to replace I-84/I-91 in Hartford. This is part one of three and the congressman is joined by Carl Bard, former Connecticut Department of Transportation Deputy Commissioner, and State Rep. Tony Guerrera, co-chair of the General Assembly's Transportation Committee.In picture: Standing L-R: Carl Bard, Dan L...
30m Jun 12, 2017
30m
Brad & Dan- June 9, 2017: Spieth added to Travelers tourney thrills Grube
With the addition of Jordan Spieth to the field of the Travelers Championship, the PGA Tour event will feature three of the Official World Golf Rankings top six players. Rory McIlroy and Jason Day have also committed to the tournament. In this interview with Brad Davis and Dan Lovallo, Travelers Championship Tournament Director Nathan Grube discusses the field and the numerous charities that b...
8m Jun 10, 2017
8m
Brad & Dan- June 9, 2017: USDA's Goodwin offers grilling tips
According to the USDA, beef sales in the U.S. are highest during the week of July 4th. Summer is also the height of the grilling season. However, that can also mean an increase harmful bacteria. In this interview, Janell Goodwin, food safety expert with the USDA, offers some food safety tips for that summer barbeque. Podcast photo credit: Getty Images/OJO Images/Paul Bradbury#barbeque #food #sa...
9m Jun 10, 2017
9m
Brad & Dan- June 9, 2017: Rep. Davis talks casinos and foundations
Connecticut state Rep. Chris Davis, R-15th, is among those lawmakers who voted for a casino in East Windsor. In this interview he explains his reasons. He also talks about the crumbling foundation situation faced by thousands of homeowners in eastern Connecticut.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images/DigitalVision/John Howard#foundation #casino #government
16m Jun 10, 2017
16m
Brad & Dan- June 9, 2017: Rep. Delnicki talks crumbling foundation
Residents in eastern Connecticut are growing more concerned about the crumbling foundations of their homes. Will state government help them? State Rep. Tom Delnicki, R-14, of South Windsor talks about possible government solutions.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/TomFoldes#foundation #structure #repair #government
5m Jun 10, 2017
5m
Brad & Dan- June 8, 2017: Windsor mayor Trinks says state problems hurting towns
Windsor Mayor Don Trinks says the Connecticut General Assembly's failure to produce a budget is hurting the state's towns, including his. He explains why that town's budget referendum was rejected by voters and how the result was tied to the state budget.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/f11photos#government #town #budget #state
9m Jun 08, 2017
9m
Brad & Dan- June 7, 2017: Markley says time for structural changes in government
Connecticut state Sen. Joe Markley, R-16 says the state's massive deficits are proof government needs structural changes. He discusses the issue on the last day of the legislative session on The Talk of Connecticut End of the Legislative Session broadcast.In picture L-R: Brad Davis, Sen. Markley, Dan Lovallo#government #policy #deficits
16m Jun 08, 2017
16m
Brad & Dan- June 7, 2017: Suzio, Guerrera talk tolls, casinos and more
Should Connecticut add tolls? What about casinos? During this portion of the Talk of Connecticut AARP End of the Legislative Session broadcast, state Rep. Tony Guerrera, D-29, and state Sen. Len Suzio, R-13, talk about these issues on the last day of the legislative session.In picture L-R: Sen. Suzio, Brad Davis, Dan Lovallo, Sen. Tony Hwang, Rep. Tony Guerrera#government #tolls #policy #casinos
16m Jun 08, 2017
16m
Brad & Dan- June 5, 2017: Bassett climbs Mt. Fuji for a cause
Paul Bassett is the clinical operations manager for the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation. He is climbing for the Moving Mountains for Multiple Myeloma Mount Fuji Team to raise awareness and to say thank you to MMRF. He talks about the climb, who is involved and how the public can make a donation to MMRF.In photo: Dan Lovallo & Paul Bassett. Seated: Brad Davis#myeloma #donation #mountain
9m Jun 05, 2017
9m
Brad & Dan- June 5, 2017: South Windsor book highlights history
Claire Lobdell is the archivist and museum educator at Wood Memorial Library & Museum. She is the author of "Images of America: South Windsor." It is a pictorial history of South Windsor, CT. Proceeds from the sale of the book will benefit the library and museum.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/mtb cyclist#town #history #books
8m Jun 05, 2017
8m
Brad & Dan- June 5, 2017: CBIA says it's not negative but Aetna move a wake-up call
Peter Gioia, Vice President and economist for the Connecticut Business & Industry Association, says Aetna moving its headquarters out of state should serve as a wake-up call to our politicians. But he takes issue with comments made by Gov. Dannel P. Malloy that CBIA is "negative" about the state. Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock Editorial/wellesenterprises#government #business #taxes
8m Jun 05, 2017
8m
Brad & Dan- June 2, 2017: Congressman Larson offers vision of tunnel
Connecticut U.S. Rep. John Larson has a vision, and it's designed to change greater Hartford for the next 100 years. The 1st District Congressman talks about his dream of a tunnel instead of the I-84/I-91 interchange and the major impact it could have for the region. From the economy to lifestyle, the congressman believes it's a game changer. He discusses the project in this interview.Podcast p...
24m Jun 03, 2017
24m
Brad & Dan- June 2, 2017: Rennie talks Aetna move and more
Kevin Rennie is a former Connecticut state senator, who has a popular blog and writes a weekly column for the Hartford Courant. He was the one who broke the story that Aetna Insurance will move its headquarters out of Hartford, CT. In this interview, he talks about the move and state government's problems.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/f11photo#government #insurance #taxes
17m Jun 03, 2017
17m
Brad & Dan- June 2, 2017: Travelers Championship salutes Veterans
Everything is in place for the PGA's Travelers Championship in Cromwell, Connecticut June 19-25. Tournament Director Nathan Grube talks about the tournament, including its hospitality toward Veterans.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images/OJO Images/Sam Edwards#golf #tournament #professionals #veterans
10m Jun 03, 2017
10m
Brad & Dan- May 31, 2017: Marconi says organic is the answer
Forget pesticides. The answer to good lawns and gardens is organic. So says Leslie Marconi, owner of Dironco Organic Lawn and Garden Care. She explains why in this interview.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images/DigitalVision/Image Source#organic #pesticides #lawn #garden
17m May 31, 2017
17m
Brad & Dan- May 31, 2017: Hartford group to salute rich basketball history
Hartford has a rich basketball history. In this interview, Michael Copeland, executive director of Sons of Thunder Coalition, and Randy Lavigne, talk about a book and gala weekend saluting Hartford, Connecticut's rich basketball history. They also describe how they hope to revive Sons of Thunder Coalition.Pictured in photo: Randy Lavigne, Brad Davis, Michael Copeland. Standing: Dan Lovallo#bask...
17m May 31, 2017
17m
Brad & Dan- May 31 2017: Suzio says state budget situation catastrophic
Connecticut State Sen. Len Suzio says Connecticut's budget situation is beyond crisis mode, it is catastrophic. In this interview, he talks about the state budget, the mileage tax and tolls.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/f11photo#budget #government
17m May 31, 2017
17m
Brad & Dan- May 30, 2017: Business coach Corbran helps business productivity
Mark Corbran is the President & CEO of WB Luxe & Co. In this interview he talks about how his company can help business owners be productive and make their employees productive too.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/DigitalVision/Digital Vision#business #coaching
19m May 30, 2017
19m
Brad & Dan- May 30, 2017: Road race benefits CMHA
Proposed state budget cuts will effect mental health agencies. So says Ray Gorman, President & CEO of Community Mental Health Affiliates. CMHA is also collaborating with the New Britain Bees baseball club for the 3rd annual Run for Recovery on June 10. Gorman talks about that, as well.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/Professor25#health #illness
13m May 30, 2017
13m
Brad & Dan- May 30, 2017: House Minority Leader Klarides talks about union deal
Connecticut House Minority Leader Themis Klarides says the concessions deal negotiated between Gov. Dannel P. Malloy and the leadership of the state public employee unions doesn't go far enough. She explains why and talks about the state's budget crisis. Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock Editorial/gnagel#government #unions #policy
11m May 30, 2017
11m
Brad & Dan- May 30, 2017: Dr. Rochon talks U. S. vs. Canada health care
Which country has a better health care system, the United States or Canada? In this interview, Dr. Caroline Rochon, a surgeon at Hartford Hospital explains. She is a native of Canada and went to school in Canada.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images/DigitalVision/Thomas Northcut#healthcare #cost #illness #government
17m May 30, 2017
17m
Brad & Dan- May 26,2017: Carla Squatrito to be honored
Carla Squatrito of Carla's Pasta will be honored with a gala and public television documentary as part of the First Annual Women's Leadership Celebration in Connecticut. In this interview she talks about her journey to the United States and her career.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/rez-art#women #business #gala #pasta
17m May 26, 2017
17m
Brad & Dan- May 26, 2017: West Hartford honors military inductees
For the second straight year, a West Hartford group honors high school graduates who are pursuing military careers. In this interview, Jeffrey Cole and Paul Vicinus talk about the event.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/flySnow#military #graduation #inductees #school
9m May 26, 2017
9m
Brad & Dan- May 25, 2017: Bloomfield High making strides
Bloomfield High School in Bloomfield, CT is making great strides. The school has gone from one of the worst performing in the state to the top 10 percent of best performing schools. In this interview, School Superintendent Dr. James Thompson and Bloomfield High School Principal Daniel Moleti talk about the improvement.Podcast Photo Credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/DGLimages#school #performance ...
16m May 26, 2017
16m
Brad & Dan- May 24, 2017: Deputy Chief Foley says Hartford has system in place
In the aftermath of the concert tragedy in Manchester, England, Hartford, Connecticut leaders are reminding people, the city has a system in place, when hosting large events at its many venues. Hartford Deputy Police Chief Brian Foley explains in this interview. Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/Yurkaimmortal#concert #security #city #venue #arena
6m May 24, 2017
6m
Brad & Dan- May 24, 2017: Fasano says deal should be more than best guess
Connecticut Senate Republican President Len Fasano says the tentative concessions deal reached between Gov. Malloy and negotiators for state public employee unions needs to rely on more than just "best guesses." In this interview he discusses the potential agreement. Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/dannikonov#government #unions #negotiation
7m May 24, 2017
7m
Brad & Dan- May 23, 2017: AARP fights back against SB106
AARP is fighting back against Connecticut legislation it claims will raise electricity rates. In this interview, John Erlingheuser, Advocacy Director of AARP Connecticut, provides perspective on SB 106. He says the crux of the issue is enabling Millstone Nuclear, owned by Dominion Energy, to classify nuclear power as a renewable energy. And he states that would raise electricity rates.Pictured ...
14m May 23, 2017
14m
Brad & Dan- May 22, 2017: Remember Veterans Wall of Honor
In this interview, Connecticut Lt. Gov. Nancy Wyman and Brad Davis talk about the Connecticut Veterans Wall of Honor. It is a projected on which they collaborated in the aftermath of Sept. 11, 2001.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/Giovanni Vincenti#veterans #honor #country
15m May 22, 2017
15m
Brad & Dan- May 22, 2017: Hope offered through Project Longevity
Shawn St. John is retired from the Hartford Police Department, after serving 20 years as a patrol officer, detective and sergeant. He is the Hartford program manager for Project Longevity, an initiative between law enforcement and the community. He and Hartford Police Sgt. Steven Austin talk about Project Longevity in this interview. Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/BNMK0819#hope ...
16m May 22, 2017
16m
Brad & Dan- May 19, 2017: Vigdor assesses Connecticut gubernatorial race
It may be a year-and-a-half before Connecticut's next gubernatorial election, but there is not a shortage of candidates. In this interview, Neil Vigdor - who covers politics for Hearst Connecticut Media - talks about the gubernatorial landscape and also about President Donald Trump and potential FBI pick , former Connecticut U.S. Sen. Joe Lieberman.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock...
10m May 20, 2017
10m
Brad & Dan- May 19, 2017: Limited number of pavers remain for Veterans Memorial
A limited number of pavers remain for the Connecticut State Veterans Memorial in Hartford. In this interview, Lt. Col. Lesbia Nieves and Laura Soll, who is in charge of communications for the Memorial, talk about how people can make a contribution. They also discuss the memorial and what it means for so many people.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/liveslow#veterans #memorial #service
10m May 20, 2017
10m
Brad & Dan- May 17, 2017: Commissioner Seagull says do homework on home improvement
Connecticut's new Commissioner of the Department of Consumer Protection, Michelle H. Seagull, says this is the time of year consumers increase their use of home improvement contractors. In this interview, she discusses what people need to know, before hiring a home improvement contractor.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/demaerre#contractors #home #consumers #government
16m May 18, 2017
16m
Brad & Dan- May 17, 2017: Sen. Fasano calls Dems plan 'Ponzi Scheme'
Connecticut Senate Republican President Len Fasano is calling the Democrats' latest budget proposal to balance the state's massive deficit a 'Ponzi Scheme.' In this interview, he also discusses the Republicans no-tax hike budget proposal. Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/f11photo#budget #government #taxes
7m May 17, 2017
7m
Brad & Dan- May 17, 2017: Middletown mayor talks single-payer health care
Middletown, CT Mayor Dan Drew talks single-payer health care plan in this interview. The mayor is part of a discussion panel tackling the health care issue and is considering a run for governor in Connecticut.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/apbalboa#healthcare #single-payer #government #policy
8m May 17, 2017
8m
Brad & Dan- May 16, 2017: Dominion says SB 106 would not automatically raise rates
Dominion Energy is countering claims that SB 106, a bill before the Connecticut General Assembly, would give it an advantage and pave the way for electricity rate hikes. In this interview, Kevin Hennessey, Director of Government Relations for Dominion Energy, explains Dominion's position on the bill.Podcast Photo credit: Getty Images Plus/Hemera/Todd Arena#electricity #energy #government #legis...
15m May 17, 2017
15m
Brad & Dan- May 15,2017: Eversource says SB 106 will raise electricity rates
A bill in the Connecticut General Assembly, SB 106, would raise electricity rates and give the owners of the Millstone power plants an edge, claims the utility Eversource. In this interview, James Daly, Vice President of Energy Supply at Eversource, gives the company viewpoint on SB 106.Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock Editorial/gnagel#energy #electricity #power #nuclear #legislation
16m May 17, 2017
16m
Brad & Dan- May 12, 2017: Sen. Hwang says casinos have consequences
Connecticut state Sen. Tony Hwang, R-28, has repeated his opposition to casinos in Connecticut. In this interview, however, he recognizes the conversation for more casinos is a reality and so he states the consequences of more gambling need to be part of the conversation.Pictured in photo: Brad Davis, Dan Lovallo, Sen. Hwang#gambling #casinos #addiction
8m May 12, 2017
8m
Brad & Dan- May 11, 2017: Ann Tucker says her book was a catharsis
Ann L. Tucker of Connecticut is a former state law enforcement official, who has written a compelling book, "A Perfect Yesterday." It's her personal recollection of her teenage interracial friendship in 1970 with a young man named George and that friendship's renewal 37 years later. In this interview, Tucker talks about the book, how the interracial "crushing" by these two individuals stirred c...
32m May 11, 2017
32m
Brad & Dan- May 10, 2017: Hartford PD union head talks contract with city
In this interview, Hartford Police Sgt. John Szewczyk, head of the police department union, says his membership has made contract concessions to financially-strapped Hartford, but that the mayor won't negotiate. Podcast photo credit: bluebearry/iStock/Getty Images Plus#unions #police #contracts #negotiations
9m May 10, 2017
9m
Brad & Dan- May 10, 2017: Mayor Bronin says Hartford going bankrupt would be bigger than GE leaving
Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin says if his financial strapped city files for bankruptcy, it would be a bigger story than GE leaving Connecticut. The mayor gave a wide-ranging interview on the financial problems plaguing Connecticut's capitol city.Podcast photo credit: SeanPavanoPhoto/iStock/Getty Images Plus#government #city #state #bankruptcy
28m May 10, 2017
28m
Brad & Dan- May 9, 2017: Better Business Bureau warns of scammers posing as banks
The Better Business Bureau serving Connecticut is warning consumers of scammers posing as bankers. That was among the topics discussed in this interview with Howard Schwartz, Executive Communications Director for the bureau. Schwartz also discussed "digital spring cleaning" and more.Podcast photo credit: lldo Frazao/iStock/Getty Image Plus#fraud #computers #scams #banks
18m May 09, 2017
18m
Brad & Dan- May 9, 2017: Congressman Larson has plan to lower Medicare age
Connecticut 1st District U.S. Rep. John Larson is proposing to lower the age of Medicare to 50. He talks about the health care costs in the country, criticizes the GOP plan passed in the U.S. House and delves into his Medicare plan.Podcast photo credit: Sam Edwards/OJO Images/Getty Images Plus#healthcare #government
6m May 09, 2017
6m
Brad & Dan- May 9, 2017: Former lawmaker says governor's speech doesn't square with policy
Former Waterbury State Rep. Selim Noujaim is accusing Connecticut Gov. Dannel P. Malloy of a record that doesn't measure up to his speeches. In a letter to the Republican-American newspaper, Noujaim said the governor was in Washington, D.C. expounding the benefits of expanding apprenticeship programs, while vetoing a bill he introduced in the legislature that would have done what the governor e...
7m May 09, 2017
7m
Brad & Dan- May 8, 2017: Nutmeg event promotes assistance for Veterans
The Nutmeg Cares Giving Program is reaching out to Veterans with a big community event on May 20 in Glastonbury, CT. In this interview, Jeremy Smith of Nutmeg Cares discussed the event along with Michael Monaco of the Peter P. Monaco Detachment 40.Podcast photo credit: Anchiy/iStock/Getty Images Plus#veterans #fundraiser #events
17m May 09, 2017
17m
Brad & Dan- May 8, 2017: Yankee Institute says bill abridges free speech
A bill before the state House of Representative - HB5589 - would be an infringement on our first amendment rights. So says Zach Janowski, speaking for the Yankee Institute for Public Policy. Janowski is Director of External Affairs for YI. He says the bill would mandate the names of people who donate to nonprofit groups be made public.Podcast photo credit: f11photo/iStock/Getty Images Plus#poli...
8m May 08, 2017
8m
Brad & Dan- May 5, 2017: MakerspaceCT movement gains traction
Led by Devra Sisitsky and Bryan Patten, a MakerspaceCT movement is making great progress at its location in Hartford's historic Colt building. In this interview, Brian and Devra discuss the makerspace concept, their particular efforts in creating MakerspaceCT and a big fundraiser planned for May 5.Podcast photo credit: mavoimages/iStock/Getty Images Plus#skills #makers #technology #work #crafts
17m May 05, 2017
17m
Brad & Dan- May 5, 2017: MacGuffie says Tax Freedom Day rally set for May 21
A grassroots effort is under way for a Tax Freedom Day rally at the Connecticut State Capitol on Sunday, May 21. Bob MacGuffie of Right Principles, talks about the rally and the heavy burden faced by Connecticut taxpayers.Podcast photo credit: Terminator3D/iStock/Getty Images Plus#taxes #government #rally
8m May 05, 2017
8m
Brad & Dan- May 5, 2017: Advances being made in breast cancer treatement
New technology is helping to advance treatment for women diagnosed with breast cancer. Dr. Andrew Salner, Medical Director of Hartford Hospital's Helen and Harry Gray Cancer Center, discusses treatment and research. Also, in this interview, he talks about a Cut-A-Thon Fundraiser.Podcast photo credit: lusia83/iStock/Getty Images Plus#cancer #illness #research #technology
15m May 05, 2017
15m