600: Tony & Melissa: No vaccine, is school possible?
1. Congressman Jim Himes gives honesty on if kids can go back to school if vaccine doesn't exist ((00:08)) 2. Governor Ned Lamont shares first rapid covid-19 testing center opens in New Haven ((12:35)) 3. A check-in with the Fairfield Fire Dept. ((25:34))   IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus
32m Apr 17, 2020
32m
601: Remembering Apollo 13
April 17th marks the 50th anniversary of the Apollo-13 crew landing back on Earth after the failed mission. Fred Haise was the Lunar Module pilot of Apollo-13. The former NASA astronaut joined us live to take us back to the mission and talk about the movie that portrayed what happened years later. 
18m Apr 17, 2020
18m
602: 4/17/20 The Lisa Wexler Show - Chris Pappas of Chefs' Warehouse
19m Apr 17, 2020
19m
603: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: The Tourism Industry, what political leaders are saying about the outbreak, Governor Lamont's Update, and a check-in with Sen. Tony Hwang
Wrapping up a Friday, Paul talks first with Dr. Jan Jones, a Professor of Hospitality and Tourism at the College of Business at UNH, about how the tourism industry may have to recover after COVID-19. After that, it's our pal Tom Dudchick, who talked to several political leaders about the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak. We aired portions of Governor Lamont's daily update. Ending things in style with ...
58m Apr 17, 2020
58m
604: Tony & Melissa: Unemployment Woes
1. Governor Lamon checks in with the latest on covid-19. ((00:08)) 2. Senator Tony Hwang speaks for the public on unemployment issues. ((12:00)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus
21m Apr 20, 2020
21m
605: 4/20/20 The Lisa Wexler Show - Kate Cebik, The Mask Maker
22m Apr 20, 2020
22m
606: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Are Kids Really Gaining Anything Through Online Learning, Are There Any Political Motives In Light Of The COVID-19 Outbreak, & Governor Lamont's Daily Press Update
Kicking off a brand-new Monday, Paul speaks with an education expert to find out if kids being homeschooled are really learning anything online. Moving right along, Paul talks with our friend Tom Basile about the political overtones in light of the prevailing coronavirus climate. And, as always, our daily check-in with Governor Ned Lamont on the state's cases
46m Apr 20, 2020
46m
607: Tony & Melissa: Domestic Violence awareness
1. Congressman Himes shares the latest on domestic violence cases during pandemic ((00:08)) 2. Jenny Currie talks about chronic loneliness and the pandemic ((08:30)) 3. Lt. Governor talks about feeding families and helping struggling businesses ((17:25))   IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus
27m Apr 21, 2020
27m
608: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Are U.S. dollars being used properly to help the people they're supposed to during coronavirus, Governor Ned Lamont, and Oz Griebel
Starting yet another day of Coronavirus coverage, Paul talks to a woman who's worked for the federal reserve to find out if those U.S. dollars are being used to help the people they should. We aired portions of Governor Ned Lamont's daily press briefing, and then Paul is joined by former CT Gubernatorial candidate Oz Griebel stopped by to tell us about the organization he chairs and talk about ...
43m Apr 21, 2020
43m
609: 4/22/20 The Lisa Wexler Show - Drones In Westport & The Master Gardener
37m Apr 22, 2020
37m
610: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: How did the region of Southeast Asia adapt to fighting the coronavirus, Governor Ned Lamont's daily update, and the COVID-19's effect on the oil industry
On a mid-week Wednesday, Paul talks to a college professor, Michele Thompson, who lived in Southeast Asia for a while to talk about how that region adapted to fighting COVID-19. We carried Governor Ned Lamont's daily press briefing, and an oil industry expert, Greg Kozera, stopped by to talk about crude oil prices in light of the outbreak.....and what lies ahead in the future
44m Apr 22, 2020
44m
611: Tony & Melissa: Remember L'Ambiance Plaza Collapse
The L'Ambiance Plaza in Bridgeport collapsed on April 23, 1987. 28 construction workers were killed in the tragedy. It was one of the worst construction disasters in Connecticut's modern history. Today, we spoke to local leaders about the memorial and did a virtual memorial for the families and friends missing their loved ones 33 years later. IMAGE CREDIT: IBEW Local 488
50m Apr 23, 2020
50m
612: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Tensions between the White House and Iran, the Governor's daily press update, and the Rights of Free Speech during the Coronavirus Outbreak
On a Thursday, Paul checks in with old pal Brian Boyd, our resident military expert to talk about the would-be tension between the White House and Iran. We of course carried parts of the Governor's daily press briefing, and Paul introduces Patrick Wood, the Executive Director and Founder of "Citizens for Free Speech," who talks about the rights of free speech during the coronavirus outbreak
41m Apr 23, 2020
41m
613: Tony & Melissa: Reopening Connecticut
1. Governor Lamont talks about the possibility of reopening by June and where we are at with testing. ((00:07)) 2. Congressman Jim Himes gives the latest on the Congress stimulus bill set to get President's signature. ((07:45)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus
15m Apr 24, 2020
15m
614: 4/24/20 The Lisa Wexler Show - Composer David Friedman
21m Apr 24, 2020
21m
615: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: What problems are nursing homes facing, Sports with Aaron Johnson, Governor Lamont, and BUY AMERICAN!
Wrapping up another busy week, Paul begins by speaking with Professor Sheila Molony of the Quinnipiac University School of Nursing about what problems nursing homes and assisted living facilities may be facing. Aaron Johnson, our old buddy, chimes in with sports in light of the NFL drafts. We of course aired a small portion of Governor Ned Lamont's daily press update. Finally, Paul ends things ...
51m Apr 24, 2020
51m
616: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Funerals/Final Arrangements & Coronavirus, China & Disinformation, and Governor Ned Lamont's Daily COVID-19 Update
Getting another Monday started, Paul has some questions about how the coronavirus is affecting funerals and final arrangements; his guest is the President of the CT Funeral Directors' Association, Alex Scott. If anyone has any queries regarding any misinformation and the role China plays is sorted out with Paul's guest, Theresa Payton, the former White House Chief Information Officer under Pres...
48m Apr 27, 2020
48m
617: 4/28/20 The Lisa Wexler Show - Dr. Stephen Sinatra & Bob Stefanowski
39m Apr 28, 2020
39m
618: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: "Pavel Chekov" of "Star Trek" and Governor Lamont's Daily Update
Trying to get your mind off the coronavirus, Paul has a special treat for us today, actor Walter Koenig, who played "Pavel Chekov" on "Star Trek." Walter talks about his career and his updated autobiography. And then, of course, Governor Lamont's daily update
37m Apr 28, 2020
37m
619: 4/29/20 The Lisa Wexler Show - Divorce During COVID-19
18m Apr 29, 2020
18m
620: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: National Security & Coronavirus, WICC's Mariette of LifeTalk with Mariette, Governor Lamont's Daily Press Update, & Jim Cameron on Future Commuting Trends
On a mid-week Wednesday, Paul got it started with Professor Matt Schmidt of the University of New Haven; he talked about national security in the wake of COVID-19. WICC's own Mariette Kammerer checked in about what she's doing to help our furry friends during the coronavirus crisis. We of course had portions of Governor Ned Lamont's daily press update. And, finally, Jim Cameron, our old friend,...
49m Apr 29, 2020
49m
621: 4/30/20 The Lisa Wexler Show - Bing Carbone & Liz Kurantowicz
34m Apr 30, 2020
34m
622: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Governor Lamont's Daily Update & The People of the Chicagoland Area
Ending April with a bang, Paul aired portions of Governor Lamont's daily update. Backing away from coronavirus a little, Paul then spoke to Professor Kristin Hoganson, a Professor of U.S. History at the University of Illinois about the Chicagoland area, what the people are really like, and what their roots really are
34m Apr 30, 2020
34m
623: Yard Paper Flowers
Melissa Sheketoff met a Milford woman making paper mache flowers to brighten people's days and honor high school seniors. Her creations take her a lot of time to complete and she doesn't charge anyone for her work. She's a longtime local bus driver who's been on furlough since the schools shutdown, but these flowers keep her smiling. IMAGE CREDIT: Sandy Ross
6m May 01, 2020
6m
624: Tony & Melissa: Slowly Opening CT
1. Governor Lamont explains Phase 1 of reopening. ((00:08)) 2. Fairfield beaches and parks opening this weekend. ((11:14)) 3. Support for CT nursing homes. ((19:09)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus
27m May 01, 2020
27m
625: 5/1/20 The Lisa Wexler Show - More Great Guests
49m May 01, 2020
49m
626: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: State Sen. Len Fasano, Carol Liebau, President of the Connecticut Yankee Institute, Aaron Johnson with Sports, Governor Lamont's Daily Update, and Letting High School Seniors Graduate
Starting off the month of May in style, State Sen. Len Fasano joined us to talk about a conversation he had with Governor Ned Lamont on re-opening the state. Next, we chatted with the President of the Connecticut Yankee Institute, Carol Liebau, about state employees and a possible pay increase. Our friend Aaron Johnson gave us our weekly sports update. We had segments of the Governor's daily up...
1hr 10m May 01, 2020
1hr 10m
627: Tony & Melissa: Holy Budget problems
1. Senator Hwang talks about the budget deficit and are tolls back on the table? ((00:08)) 2. Fairfield First Selectwoman says it was a successful weekend on the beaches. ((11:19)) 3. Local company CEO explains retooling company to hire staff and make masks. ((17:36)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus
26m May 04, 2020
26m
628: 5/4/20 The Lisa Wexler Show - Josh Krusewski
16m May 04, 2020
16m
629: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: COVID-19 effect on sports, commemorating the Kent State Massacre, which was 50 years ago today, and the daily update of Governor Ned Lamont
Starting a brand-new week, Paul speaks first with Professor Gil Fried of the University of New Haven's business school about the effect the coronavirus's long-lasting effects on sports, both school and professional. Next, to talk about the Kent State Massacre, which happened 50 years ago today, is the former Editor-in-Chief of the Akron Beacon Journal, Robert Giles. And, of course, Governor Lam...
44m May 04, 2020
44m
630: 5/5/20 The Lisa Wexler Show - Martha Zoller & Stefanie Horn Of The Locals Moms Network
32m May 05, 2020
32m
631: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Economics, Trump & Churchill, Governor Ned Lamont's Daily Update, and State Sen. Kevin Kelly
On a Tuesday, we first talk with Professor Zachary Cohle of Quinnipiac University, to talk about the long-term economic impact of the COVID-19 outbreak on the state of CT. Stepping back from coronavirus for just a minute, Paul then talked with an author, Nick Adams, on his upcoming book, "Trump & Churchill: Defenders of Western Civilization." We had segments for you of course of the daily coron...
54m May 05, 2020
54m
632: 5/6/20 The Lisa Wexler Show - Congressman Jim Himes
21m May 06, 2020
21m
633: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Dr. Summer McGee & Governor Lamont's Daily Press Update
On a mid-week Wednesday, Paul has for us his interview with Dr. Summer McGee, the Dean of the School of Health Sciences at the University of New Haven, who fills us in on what experts know thus far from a research point of view about COVID-19 and what they're still learning. And, of course, Governor Lamont's Daily Press Update
36m May 06, 2020
36m
634: Tony & Melissa: Supporting Small Businesses
1. Dr. Browne gives the latest on covid-19 findings ((00:08)) 2. BBB gives tips on how to support small businesses ((06:41)) 3. Senator Blumenthal talks about tracking data from the south ((13:53)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus
18m May 07, 2020
18m
635: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Absentee Ballots, the 2020 Presidential Election, and Governor Ned Lamont's Daily Update
On another great show, Paul tackles the ongoing controversy about using absentee ballots to vote in the upcoming election with Pete Hutchison with the Landmark Legal Foundation. Our Pal Dr. Gary Rose of Sacred Heart University returned to the program to chat with Paul about the 2020 Presidential Election. And, of course, portions of Governor Ned Lamont's Daily Coronavirus Update
45m May 07, 2020
45m
636: Tony & Melissa: Check-in with Governor Lamont
Governor Lamont spends time on the show answering your questions. This week, some big announcements were made for schools, college, businesses and camps. We talk about that as well as testing capacity in the state. And is May 20th still looking good for the start of the reopening process in Connecticut? IMAGE CREDIT: Office of Governor Ned Lamont
13m May 08, 2020
13m
637: 5/8/20 The Lisa Wexler Show - Harris Heckelman Of Chefs Warehouse
23m May 08, 2020
23m
638: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: What's happening in the sports world, how Bridgeport businesses are faring, and Governor Lamont's Daily Update
Finishing out the week, Paul spoke to Aaron Johnson for his weekly sports take. Next, special guest Dan Onofrio joined us (he's the head of the Bridgeport Regional Business Council) about how Bridgeport businesses are making out in terms of success with closure and the coronavirus. And, of course, Governor Ned Lamont's daily press update
42m May 08, 2020
42m
639: Tony & Melissa: Dining Safely...?
1. Senator Hwang digs into new guidelines for May 20th reopening and what it really means for restaurants. ((00:08)) 2. Beardsley Zoo talks new guidelines and how the pandemic impacted getting new animals. ((09:41)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus
18m May 11, 2020
18m
640: 5/11/20 The Lisa Wexler Show - Ridgefield First Selectman Rudy Marconi
14m May 11, 2020
14m
641: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Teacher Pensions/Retirement, Governor Lamont's Daily Update, and How do Things Look for Restaurants when they Re-Open?
Starting off a brand-new week, CT Today regular Marc Fitch of the Connecticut Yankee Institute joined Paul to talk about troubles with teacher pensions and teacher retirement programs in Connecticut. We had portions of Governor Lamont's daily press update for you. And the Executive Director of the CT Restaurant Assocation, Scott Dolch, stopped in to talk about how the future for restaurants is ...
49m May 11, 2020
49m
642: Tony & Melissa: Trauma during Pandemic
1. Jenny Curries explains how the pandemic is a recipe for disaster if anyone went through trauma. ((00:08)) 2. Riverview Bistro is glad to start the reopen process but in the beginning, it's gonna cost them. ((07:24)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus
16m May 12, 2020
16m
643: 5/12/20 The Lisa Wexler Show - Matt Mandell - Westport Chamber of Commerce
15m May 12, 2020
15m
644: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: What's Next for Big Box Stores/Malls and Governor Lamont's Daily Update
Joining the show once again is Professor Fred McKinney of Quinnipiac University, who fills Paul in on what he sees for the future of big box stores/malls in the wake of the prevailing coronavirus climate, and, of course, the daily comments of Governor Ned Lamont
37m May 12, 2020
37m
645: Tony & Melissa: The Wheel Opening
1. Fairchild Wheeler Golf Course finally opening ((00:08)) 2. Social Distancing Food Bank in Fairfield ((06:33)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus
13m May 13, 2020
13m
646: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce, A Look at Steve Bannon, Governor Lamont's Daily Update, and Republican State Senator Kevin Kelly
It's another mid-week Wednesday....Paul got things started with a chat with Garrett Sheehan, President of the Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce, who discussed what lies ahead for businesses he deals with on a daily basis. Then Paul welcomed a first-time guest, author Benjamin Teitelbaum, who penned a new book about Steve Bannon. We of course had your daily dose of Governor Lamont's daily pr...
1hr May 13, 2020
1hr
647: Tony & Melissa: Kids & Covid
1. Senator Blumenthal slams airline industry ((00:08)) 2. Dr. Ma of Dental Association sheds light for hygienists ((06:45)) 3. Andros Diner stays open 24/7 for curbside ((13:28)) 4. Dr. Browne tackles new syndrome in kids with covid-19 ((22:02)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus
30m May 14, 2020
30m
648: 5/14/20 The Lisa Wexler Show - Broadway Theater Producer Wendy Federman
17m May 14, 2020
17m
649: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Governor Lamont's Daily Update & Workers who are Unhappy with their Unions
As we draw nearer to the soft re-opening of the state, we feature portions of Governor Lamont's daily press update. Paul also spoke to a gentleman named Nathan J. McGrath, who represents workers who are unhappy with their unions
38m May 14, 2020
38m