1133: Melissa in the Morning: Road Work Ahead
1. Ansonia landed two grants to help with two big projects. What are they and their importance? ((00:10)) 2. Stamford's mayor talks about covid vaccine numbers and how to get your appointment after winter storm cancellations. ((06:29)) 3. February is the month of love and yet we don't know how to handle controversy with love...how do we do it? ((15:19)) 4. Make sure you clear off your cars, not...
32m Feb 02, 2021
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1134: The Lisa Wexler Show - Chris Simoes Bigfoot Conspiracy - 02/02/21
25m Feb 02, 2021
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1134: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Cold Weather Meets Hot Spots
"Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli took a look at battles both inside and potentially outside the U.S. Intelligence analyst and counter terrorism specialist Brian Boyd joined Paul to talk about some of the hot spot countries that may or may not pose a threat to the United States with the changes in the White House (0:31). University of New Haven Professor Kagya Amoako called in later to talk...
25m Feb 02, 2021
25m
1135: Melissa in the Morning: Split on Car Thefts
1. Rep. Jason Perillo explains why police have no choice in car thefts and why that's a problem for you. ((00:10)) 2. Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim talks about covid vaccines for the 75+ population. ((08:26)) 3. The Red Cross needs volunteers and you can actually help from home! ((16:55)) 4. Science You May Not Know: An in-depth look at naked mole rats IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus
31m Feb 03, 2021
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1136: The Lisa Wexler Show - On Race ft. Wayne Winston - 02/03/21
21m Feb 03, 2021
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1137: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Moneyball
"Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli took a look at the possibility of sports gambling in Connecticut. Ted Taylor, president of SportechPLC joined Paul to talk about the issue and the continuing legal and legislative process (0:36). Also, Quinnipiac University Law Professor Bill Dunlap joined Paul to talk about a possible Bridgeport ordinance that could restrict some protests outside the homes...
23m Feb 03, 2021
23m
1138: Vaccine effectiveness and protecting kids
Dr. Browne breaks down the misconception when doctors see a vaccine is RESISTANT to a strain of covid. That does not mean it doesn't work. So what does it mean? And a closer look at the future for children 16 years and younger. As you know, they have not been cleared to get the covid vaccine. So if we don't get enough Americans vaccinated, what does that mean for young children?  IMAGE CREDIT:...
14m Feb 04, 2021
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1139: Melissa in the Morning: Stimulus Package
1. Senator Richard Blumenthal gives a clearer picture of this latest stimulus package in Washington. ((00:10)) 2. Lt. Governor talks about why women-owned and minority-owned businesses were jipped from loan opportunities and what they can do now. ((12:33)) 3. Lawmakers want to nix Daylight Savings Time in Connecticut...why Bill Jacquemin says it's a GREAT idea! ((20:31)) 4. How to dig out a zoo...
35m Feb 04, 2021
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1140: The Lisa Wexler Show - Joy Owens Elephant Sanctuary - 02/04/21
21m Feb 04, 2021
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1140: The Lisa Wexler Show - Alexis Harrison Carrie Rullo PPE Cleanup - 02/04/21
13m Feb 04, 2021
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1141: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Smoke'em If You Got'em
Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli moved even closer to weekend on this Thursday edition. First, we heard Governor Ned Lamont on the latest involving the Coronavirus and its effects on the state of Connecticut (0:30). Paul also spoke to Dr. Kevin Sabet from the Smart Approaches to Marijuana. SAM’s biggest goal at the moment is to make sure that what happened with big tobacco is avoided with bi...
24m Feb 04, 2021
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1142: Melissa in the Morning: "That's 90% false...what?"
1. Governor Lamont addressed covid questions but also claims car theft upticks could be a result of kids out of school...not quite what Melissa expected. ((00:10)) 2. Congressman Himes admits the latest stimulus package is probably too big. ((14:24)) 3. Senator Kelly address this public option of health insurance and why it could drive brokers out of work permanently. ((23:22)) 4. Bradley Airpo...
42m Feb 05, 2021
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1143: The Lisa Wexler Show - Mary Ellen Lemay - 02/05/21
14m Feb 05, 2021
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1143: The Lisa Wexler Show - Sophie B Hawkins - 02/05/21
24m Feb 05, 2021
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1144: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Made In China
Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli wrapped up the week with some good ole' slave labor talk. Author of "Made in China: A Prisoner, an SOS Letter, and the Hidden Cost of America’s Cheap Goods," Amelia Pang joined Paul to talk about her book and how bad the slave labor truly is over there (0:41). Patrick Hedger, the Vice President of Policy at the Taxpayers Protection Alliance called in to talk ...
33m Feb 05, 2021
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1145: Melissa in the Morning: Who's paying and losing a job for Public Option?
1. Senator Tony Hwang dives into the proposed public option for health care in Connecticut. Who will pay for this new coverage and why are brokers at risk of losing their jobs across the state? ((00:10)) 2. Officer Mike DeVito reiterates that "bored kids" aren't the ones stealing purses and cars...these are criminals beating the system. ((18:53)) 3. Marriage Consultant, Bob Donovan, talks about...
37m Feb 08, 2021
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1146: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: I Reddit In The Stocks
"Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli took a good look at something that happened recently: the GameStop stock market explosion. To do so, senior writer for Barron's Avi Salzman came aboard to chat about the effects the GameStop stock boom could have on the overall market going forward (0:33). We also covered Governor Ned Lamont's latest Covid-19 address (13:30) Image Credit: Getty Images 
33m Feb 08, 2021
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1147: Melissa in the Morning: Moving to Shelton?
1. Mayor Mark Lauretti explains why more people seem to be moving to Shelton in droves. ((00:10)) 2. Lt. Jim Perez looks at Amazon review scams and shares how to point one out before pressing 'buy.' ((09:32)) 3. The five love languages and why it changes a relationship. ((23:27)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus
32m Feb 09, 2021
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1148: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Money Is A Terrible Master But An Excellent Servant
Ahead of the governor's budget address, Paul Pacelli decided to preview what's to come on "Connecticut Today." First, Paul and Producer Eric ran a poll to see what callers would rather have between two controversial ideas: legalized recreational marijuana use or legalized sports betting. The poll featured several callers, one of WICC's weekend personalities and even WPLR's own Mike Lapitino (0:...
56m Feb 09, 2021
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1149: Melissa in the Morning: Missing Health Director
1. Scott Appleby comments on whether a missing health director is impacting the covid vaccine rollout. ((00:10)) 2. Westport looks ahead to the spring and what is happening for Memorial Day and beaches ((07:41)) 3. Milford Mayor Ben Blake talks about the business front in the city and how they broke a record in the pandemic ((15:42)) 4. Science You May Not Know: Golfing on the Moon IMAGE CREDI...
29m Feb 10, 2021
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1150: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: For Budgetary Reasons
On a shortened edition of Connecticut Today, Paul Pacelli played clips from the Governor's budget address (0:16). Included were some new taxes and the possibility of legalizing marijuana. Image Credit: Getty Images
25m Feb 10, 2021
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1151: Connecticut Today: Tales From The Crypto (Guest Host: Ann Karrick)
Ann Karrick filled in for Paul Pacelli on Connecticut Today and decided to touch on a couple major issues. First, she had on Gerard O'Sullivan from the Connecticut Insurance Communications Office to talk about Insurance Coverage Loopholes, appeals and Oversight (0:00). She also had Michael Case, the Chief Content Officer of CoinDesk on to talk about Cryptocurrencies, the creation of CoinDesk, a...
1hr 16m Feb 11, 2021
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1152: Melissa in the Morning: Was Disney Worth it?
1. Melissa gives her full review...the good, the bad about traveling to Disney during the pandemic.  2. Stamford Mayor David Martin talks about how CT healthcare systems have blocked other states from taking our covid vaccines.  3. Ansonia Mayor David Cassetti gives good news for Fat Tuesday and Black History Month. 4. Julius Dudics dives into communication when something makes you uncomfortable. 
34m Feb 16, 2021
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1153: The Lisa Wexler Show - CT State Representative Kimberly Fiorello - 02/16/21
19m Feb 16, 2021
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1153: The Lisa Wexler Show - Jill Zarin - 02/16/21
19m Feb 16, 2021
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1154: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: The "Other" Parties
"Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli began with Paul's thoughts regarding third parties and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s tease of a possible White House run, while promoting his new show (0:34). Next, businessman John DiIorio joined Paul to talk about his recent experience dealing with state regulators during the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic (8:20). Finally, we carried Governor Ned Lamont’s first ...
40m Feb 16, 2021
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1155: Melissa in the Morning: Does your Voice Matter?
1. That's beginning to become a question for most CT residents? Another public hearing with timing restrictions...what's the deal?? ((00:00)) 2. The Lt. Governor talks about food insecurity in the state and weighs in on popular pizza spots. ((14:00)) 3. Science You May Not Know: The Mars Mission touchdown tomorrow! ((23:30)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus
31m Feb 17, 2021
31m
1156: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Remembering Rush
In the build up to today’s edition of "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli, tragic news hit the radio business. Conservative radio icon  Rush Limbaugh passed away at age 70 after battling lung cancer. To start the show, Paul gave a tribute of sorts to the man who many claimed saved AM radio (0:30). Next, Dr. Gary Rose, head of the department of government at Sacred Heart University in Fairfiel...
37m Feb 17, 2021
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1157: Melissa in the Morning: Variant Worries
1. Dr. Fred Browne discusses the variant detections in the US. It begs the question, if not travel related, how do we even know they started in countries like the UK and South Africa? ((00:00)) 2. Senator Richard Blumenthal talks about covid money, his new role in Washington and the latest on a social security loophole. ((09:22)) 3. The Beardsley Zoo looks at older species on property and how a...
28m Feb 18, 2021
28m
1158: The Lisa Wexler Show - Jonathan Perloe - 02/18/21
23m Feb 18, 2021
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1158: The Lisa Wexler Show - CT State Rep Jonathan Steinberg - 02/18/21
23m Feb 18, 2021
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1159: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Exemption Encounter
"Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli focused on the Covid-19 vaccine. Following Governor Ned Lamont’s press briefing (0:41), Paul spoke to Republican State Representative Dr. William Petit about the Connecticut's religious exemption for vaccines and his  disappointment about who wasn’t in attendance for a recent public hearing on the matter (19:08).   Image Credit: Getty Images
29m Feb 18, 2021
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1160: Melissa in the Morning: CT Matters beyond Covid
1. Governor Lamont stopped to talk about religious exemptions, public option and the budget. ((00:00)) 2. Congressman Jim Himes dives into the controversy over state and local government funding. ((14:08)) 3. State Senator Kevin Kelly talks about the fate of the Republican party and middle class families in Connecticut. ((25:29)) 4. David Mestre pops back on with the aftermath of Perseverance t...
47m Feb 19, 2021
47m
1161: The Lisa Wexler Show - Poet Sydney Lazare - 02/19/21
18m Feb 19, 2021
18m
1162: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: What About The Veterans?
"Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli asked a very important question: What about the veterans? Author and Veterans Advocate Joe Whitaker joined Paul to talk about his experiences and his new book, "The Day Before I Died." (0:35). To round out the show, Chris Herb, president of the Connecticut Energy Marketers Association, called in to talk about a possible face off concerning an energy tax (15...
29m Feb 19, 2021
29m
1163: Melissa in the Morning: The next Kentucky?
Sen Tony Hwang checks in on the Public Option legislation and why we need to avoid being the next “Kentucky” Fairfield’s First Selectwoman talks about kids returning to school and confusion why teachers aren’t vaccinated yet.  Attorney Jody Walker Smith talks about educating people on Black History. IMAGE CREDIT:  iStock / Getty Images Plus
25m Feb 22, 2021
25m
1164: The Lisa Wexler Show - Professor Gary Rose - 02/22/21
22m Feb 22, 2021
22m
1164: The Lisa Wexler Show - Juanita James Giving Day - 02/22/21
12m Feb 22, 2021
12m
1165: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Zoned Out
"Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli opened up the door to a new week with part of Governor Ned Lamont’s meeting with the media on a revised framework for distribution of Covid-19 vaccines. (0:42). Republican State Representative Terrie Wood  - representing Darien and Norwalk - called in to talk about proposed bills at the Capitol that could affect zoning controls in local cities and towns (20...
35m Feb 22, 2021
35m
1166: Melissa in the Morning: The Gaps to Public Option
1. Senator Bob Duff talks about what he believes works with the Public Option legislation. ((00:10)) 2. Krista Carnes explains why research matters and why you need a backup plan for your computer passwords. ((10:03)) 3. Shelton's mayor shares his take on the vaccine rollout for CT. ((24:06)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus
32m Feb 23, 2021
32m
1167: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Just A Theory
On "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli, Bridgeport Democratic State Representative Steve Stafstrom called in to talk about all the issues being discussed at the Capitol in Hartford (0:34). Connecticut Food Association President Wayne Pesce joined Paul with his reaction to Governor Ned Lamont’s decision not to include grocery store employees as "essential employees" in the state's continued co...
33m Feb 23, 2021
33m
1168: The Lisa Wexler Show - Dr Elena Ratner - 02/23/21
16m Feb 23, 2021
16m
1168: The Lisa Wexler Show - Jon Waterman Atlas of National Parks - 02/23/21
15m Feb 23, 2021
15m
1169: Melissa in the Morning: Spring Preview
1. Dan Onofrio talks about the vaccine rollout plan and the backlash from local restaurant owners. ((00:10)) 2. Milford Mayor Ben Blake previews what's to come for restaurants, beaches and the city for spring. ((08:23)) 3. Westport First Selectman Jim Marpe talks about new businesses coming to town. ((15:01)) 4. Science You May Not Know: Decorating NASA ships and why it matters. ((22:07)) IMAG...
31m Feb 24, 2021
31m
1170: The Lisa Wexler Show - On Race ft Wayne Winston - 02/24/21
26m Feb 24, 2021
26m
1170: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: A Day At The Republican Races
On "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli, Paul opened the show with his thoughts on the latest developments regarding a legal challenge filed by some female Connecticut high school track athletes who claim that having to compete against transgender athletes violates their civil rights (0:52). Next, Stratford attorney Ben Proto called in to talk about his run to fill the seat of former Connectic...
26m Feb 24, 2021
26m
1171: Debunking Covid Vaccine Theories
Dr. Browne dives into the truths behind vaccine theories. We touched on infertility fears, genetic coding questions and whether one vaccine is better than the other.  IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus
10m Feb 25, 2021
10m
1172: Melissa in the Morning: Slamming Social Media Giants
1. Senator Blumenthal slams social media giants over fake news articles not being pulled. ((00:10)) 2. Gregg Dancho talks about legislation to better protect animals during "pandemics" ((08:57)) 3. The BBB talks about the importance of saving your money now more than ever. ((17:17)) 4. It's Fairfield County Giving Day! ((22:34)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus
29m Feb 25, 2021
29m
1173: Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Increasing The Waging War
"Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli was abbreviated due to UConn Basketball, but Paul was able to touch on the idea of increasing the minimum wage. He took some calls and he spoke about it at length himself. Image Credit: Getty Images
17m Feb 25, 2021
17m
1174: The Lisa Wexler Show - Callers Debate Legalizing Marijuana - 02/25/21
30m Feb 25, 2021
30m