The Lisa Wexler Show

Tony Hwang Steps Back: Rethinking Politics in a Polarized Era

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:33:08 GMT

Tony Hwang joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his decision to not run for State Senator in the next election, how national politics is being felt on a state-wide level, especially with a polarizing figure like Donald Trump who depresses opportunities for Connecticut Republicans, and the idealistic hope of moving away from political parties.

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Jordan’s Furniture $50 Million March Madness Magic Promo!

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:32:52 GMT

Jordan's Furniture President Eliot Tatelman joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how Jordan's went from small store origins to a experiential shopping destination and their “Make the Finals” promotion, totaling $50 million in sales, promised to be free to purchasers if both the UConn men’s and women’s basketball teams made it to the March Madness finals!

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Digital Danger: Dr. Marc Potenza on Preventing Youth Addiction

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:08:32 GMT

Board-certified psychiatrist at theYale School of Medicine, with sub-specialty training and certification in addiction psychiatry, Dr. Marc Potenza, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about gambling addiction, social media addiction and how to protect our kids.

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IT'S NOT JUST BLACK & WHITE 4/1/26

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 20:15:12 GMT

Wayne Winston joins Lisa Wexler for IT'S NOT JUST BLACK & WHITE to talk about the current state of Bridgeport.

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Putting Social Media on Notice: Inside the Landmark $6 Million Judgment

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 17:17:19 GMT

Matthew P. Bergman, Founding attorney The Social Media Victims Law Center, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the landmark trial that outlined the harms of social media and awarded $6 million to the plaintiff, sending a clear message that puts the social media industry on notice.

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Yale’s Campaign School, Closing the Gender Gap in Politics

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:47:42 GMT

Patti Russo, Exec. Dir. of The Campaign School at Yale, joins Lisa Wexler to increase the number of women in the political pipeline and the unique gender hurdles that can hinder women from running for office, and men are increasingly attending the school. TCSYale.org

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LISA ON THE LAW 3/30/26 Filing a CT-706NT, Amending Wills & Name Changes

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 01:46:54 GMT

Lisa Wexler takes audience questions about filing a CT-706NT when someone dies and if you need an attorney to file? Plus how to legally change your name and why it has become even more necessary in some cases.

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1000s Show For NO KINGS

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:22:14 GMT

Vicki Volper, Attorney & Mediator, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why and how she organized the Westport NO KINGS protests.

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THE DR. IS IN! With Parkinson's Disease Specialist, Dr. Anna Hohler

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:21:19 GMT

Internationally recognized neurologist, researcher and educator with particular expertise in movement disorders like Parkinson's disease, Dr. Ann Hohler joins Lisa Wexler for Northwell Health's THE DR. IS IN!

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Matt Mandell Is Running For State Representative!

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 17:26:50 GMT

Westport-Weston Chamber of Commerce Executive Director and RTM Member, Matt Mandell joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why he is running for State Representative.

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The Art & Science of Arethusa: Cheese, Ice Cream & Community Learnin

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:49:44 GMT

Chris Casiello, Plant Manager at Arethusa Farm Dairy joins Lisa Wexler to talk about their new Agriculture Science and Technology program for their local school district and hands-on summer camps, how their award-winning cheeses are conceived and made, why their ice creams consistently topping lists and classes they offer to the public.

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Homeschooling, DCF & the Future of CT Education

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:48:52 GMT

Education Committee Co-Chair, Representative Jennifer Leeper joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the current education bills being debated in Hartford, especially the controversial bill addressing homeschooling and DCF's involvement.

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Sam Nestor Is Running For CT State Senate, 26th District

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 02:45:47 GMT

Weston 1st Selectwoman. Sam Nestor joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why she is running for CT's district 26 State Senate.

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Lee Goldstein Is Running for CT's State Rep., 136th District

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 02:26:26 GMT

Current Westport BOE Chair, Lee Goldstein joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why she is running for district 136 State Representative.

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Arthur Levine on Fixing Higher Ed

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 02:09:59 GMT

President of Brandeis University, Arthur Levine, a nationally respected higher education leader and researcher, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss co-authoring his new book, From Upheaval to Action: What Works in Changing Higher Ed.

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Adria Petty on Life, Art & Her Father's Legacy

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 02:04:07 GMT

Adria Petty, daughter of Tom Petty and acclaimed producer and music video director, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her career, living in CT, and her appearance at The Westport Library to talk about the Legacy of Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers.

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Undersea Warfare, the SAVE Act & Ticket Turmoil

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 19:36:24 GMT

Senator Richard Blumenthal joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how CT's Electric Boat company is instrumental to U.S. drone development and undersea warfare at a time when our adversaries are hard at work. Senator Blumenthal discusses how the SAVE Act would undermine our democracy, when DHS will be funded, and audience emails about the Live Nation monopoly over concert ticket sales when the Trump administration settled the case with them?

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Reforesting Wisely: Why Trees Alone Won’t Cool the Planet

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:55:00 GMT

ETH Zurich PhD candidate Nora Fahrenbach joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her global reforestation study which found that global reforestation efforts are necessary but will not be a silver bullet for cooling the climate, especially if we are doing it wrong.

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LISA ON THE LAW 3/23/26 Statute of Limitations, Selling Estates Below Market Value

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 02:04:29 GMT

Lisa Wexler explains statues of limitations. Why do we have them and what they are in CT? What are the exceptions? Plus, audience questions about why you need a probate judge's approval to sell a home below market value.

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From Sound to Sea: Exploring Our Living Coastlines

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 20:39:35 GMT

Award-winning filmmaker/journalist and Fairfield native, Tomas Koeck joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his latest documentary series: OCEAN STATE: RHODE ISLAND'S WILD COAST, a cinematic dive into the rich and threatened shoreline and marine ecosystems of R.I. and Long Island Sound.

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Big Changes at CBS, Bigger Questions in Iran

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 20:37:25 GMT

CBS military analyst, Jeff McCausland joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the announcement that CBS radio being shut down and next steps in the Iran War.

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Joe Kelly Is Running for State Senate!

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 20:30:24 GMT

Longtime Greenwich civic leader, Joe Kelly, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his career spanning sports to Wall Street, being Greenwich's RTM district chair, and the BOE chair, being a current BET member and why he's running for state senate.

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Stronger for Longer: Women, Bone Health & Arthritis

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:42:33 GMT

Northwell/Nuvance Women's Health Matters presents: Rheumatology department Physician’s Assistant, Sydney Page, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how women should keep their bones healthy, especially after menopause. She answers: Is there science-based evidence that supplements help? What does it mean to have arthritis and what are the different types? What medications are available today?

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The $6 Million Lifeline for Success Village

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:39:14 GMT

Appointed Success Village Receiver, attorney Barry Knott joins Lisa Wexler with an update on the ongoing Success Village rescue story. How did he get the 6 million dollar loan that saved the residents from bankruptcy? Was any of the millions of missing money found from previous mismanagement? What happens from here?

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ASML's 3-Year Gift to the Wilton Historical Society

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 19:22:55 GMT

Wilton Historical Society Director, Nick Foster and ASML Community & Employee Engagement Specialist, Brian Amero, join Lisa Wexler to talk about ASML's transformative 3-year gift to the Wilton Historical Society and what the nearly $900,000 will be used for.

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Lucy Dathan Is Running for State Senate‘s 26th District!

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 19:13:34 GMT

State Representative Lucy Dathan, currently representing CT's 142nd district of New Canaan and Norwalk joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why she is now a candidate for State Senatore representing CT's 26th district.

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Inside the Mind: How Neuropsych Assessments Reveal Your Potential

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 19:11:05 GMT

Executive Director of Neuropsychology, United Assessment, Dr. David Rowe, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how psychological assessments help individuals reach their full potential.

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Laurel Canyon Echoes: Inside the Sound of a Generation

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 19:35:21 GMT

Singer/songwriter Brian Chartrand joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his show: Live from Laurel Canyon - Songs and Stories of American Folk Rock, an evening of live music and narrated stories of some of the most influential songwriters who lived in Laurel Canyon in the mid 1960’s and 70’s.

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The Irish Dance Spirit For Any Age

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 19:31:13 GMT

Meghan Lucey-Brelsford, TCRG/ADCRG, Owner/Director of The Brennan-Lucey Irish Dance Academy joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how she got into Irish dancing that led to opening her studio, the history of Irish dancing and local competition to international championships.

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Preventing Romance Scams

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 19:24:29 GMT

Laura Snow Robinson, MPH, Director of the Institute on Aging at Mozaic Senior Life, a non-profit aging service provider in Bridgeport, Connecticut, joins Lisa Wexler for Mozaic's series AGING GRACEFULLY to talk about fraud and online scams targeting everyone, but especially seniors.

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LISA ON THE LAW 3/16/26 CT's Clean Slate Law, Unclaimed Funds & The State Psychiatric Board Decisions

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 22:00:09 GMT

Lisa Wexler explains CT's Clean Slate Law and answers questions about, getting unclaimed money held by the state from someone who died, how decisions by CT's Psychiatric Review Board are made.

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Why Vaccine Choices Feel More Complicated Than Ever

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 21:43:56 GMT

Dr. Elisabeth Adkins Marnik, scientist, educator, and nationally recognized science communicator dedicated to making science accessible, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why it is so hard for parents today to make the best vaccine decisions for their kids.

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LISA ON THE LAW 3/9/26 Powers of Attorney, Transferring Business Upon Death & Living Wills

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 19:55:22 GMT

Lisa Wexler explains Powers of Attorney, what is the difference between "springing" and "durable"? Lisa answers audience questions about the best way to transfer a small business to your children, how to think about when to trigger the transfer, and what else you need to prepare for? And what is a medical power of attorney and a living will?

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Cong. Jim Himes on Iran War

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 19:47:41 GMT

Rep. Jim Himes joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the USA's recent maneuvers in Latin America and his thoughts on the Iran war.

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Irresponsibly Commercializing Cannabis

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 19:43:12 GMT

State Representative David Rutigliano joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how he got into politics from his business owner/chef background and the dangers of supporting the health of the cannabis industry and not the health of people, especially with the new bill 5350 that would allow for cannabis consumption lounges.

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What The DCF/Homeschool Bill Is Actually Addressing

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 20:11:18 GMT

State Senator Ceci Maher joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the very specific reason for her bill that calls for flagging students pulled from public schools in a DCF file no matter if the case is open or closed.

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2X Olympian, Christina Illum Scherwin COO of the Westport YMCA!

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 18:46:35 GMT

2-time Olympian in the javelin for her native Denmark and current COO at the Westport/Weston Family YMCA joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her time competing and the YMCA's commitment to community.

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Toni Boucher's Post-War Cinderella Story

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 23:12:34 GMT

Former State Senator, current Wilton 1st Selectwoman, philanthropist and author, Toni Boucher, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her memoir: Stone Doll: An Immigrant’s Memoir from War-Torn Italy to the American Dream.

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Will a Jury Find Facebook Liable?

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 23:12:15 GMT

Matthew P. Bergman, Founding attorney of the The Social Media Victims Law Center, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the ongoing lawsuit that aims to hold social media corporations accountable for the carnage inflicted on our young people from addictive platforms.

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IT'S NOT JUST BLACK & WHITE Henrietta Lacks & DEI

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 04:02:47 GMT

Activist Wayne Winston joins Lisa Wexler for IT'S NOT JUST BLACK & WHITE to discuss the Henrietta Lacks estate settlement, other little known black historical figures who should be well known, and DEI; was it successful? Will it be back?

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Creative Force, Isaac Mizrahi!

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 23:04:30 GMT

Actor, host, writer, designer, producer and acclaimed concert performer, Isaac Mizrahi, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his multifaceted creative career and his return to the Westport Country Playhouse for his fun-loving, one-man show, Hooray!

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How Homeschool Students Are "Seen"

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 23:03:24 GMT

Attorney Deborah Stevenson joins Lisa Wexler to discuss her testimony against changing the current homeschooling regulations with a new bill that would share information about children who leave CT public schools.

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HUNGER GAMES Screenwriter's Page-Turner Debut Novel!

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Oscar nominated screenwriter, best known for HUNGER GAMES, Billy Ray joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his debut novel BURN THE WATER, a searing reimagining of Romeo and Juliet, set in a drowned London ravaged by climate change and centuries of war that you won't be able to put it down.

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CT Iranians' War Thoughts

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 21:13:24 GMT

Hearst Senior Editor, Dan Haar joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his interviews with Iranian Americans in CT who are anxious and hopeful for regime change due to the war.

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How Sports Gambling Has Ruined US Sports

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 21:10:41 GMT

Author and journalist, Danny Funt, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his book: Everybody Loses: The Tumultuous Rise of American Sports Gambling. The heartbreaking consequences of legalizing sports betting that effects everyone from spectators to professional athletes.

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Iran War Updates From Israel

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 21:03:27 GMT

Alex Traiman, Jerusalem Bureau Chief for the Jewish News Syndicate, joins Lisa Wexler from Israel to update on the ongoing war with Iran, what to expect, and how protective safe rooms and bomb shelters really are?

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Sweeping Effects Of Supreme Court Tariff Ruling

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 21:11:16 GMT

CBS News senior White House reporter Jennifer Jacobs joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the Supreme Court tariff ruling that President Trump overstepped his authority to these largely unpopular policies, producing hundreds of lawsuits that continue to be filed. Plus thoughts on Trump's Board of Peace.

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CT's Regeneron Top 40 Finalist!

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 21:08:03 GMT

King School senior Leon Wang joins Lisa Wexler to talk about being the only 2026 top 40 finalist from Connecticut in the prestigious Regeneron national science competition for his research on Alzheimer's Disease.

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Social Media Is Big Tobacco Again

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 12:58:36 GMT

Law Professor and CBS legal correspondent, Thane Rosenbaum, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the social media addiction case, likening it to taking down Big Tobacco and focusing on the core argument, parental responsibility vs. creating addiction through algorithms.

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Former Prince Andrew Arrest, Friendless & Lonely

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 12:45:09 GMT

CBS reporter in London, Vicki Barker, joins Lisa Wexler to give the latest updates on the first British royal family arrest in 400 years.

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The New Density Housing Bill To Citify CT

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 17:28:05 GMT

Maria Weingarten, founding members of CT169Strong, and Attorney Kathy Braun join Lisa Wexler to talk about new Housing Bill 151 taken from a bill raised in Maryland, but without a key provision, that is written to bring density development to CT.

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A Bill SO EVERYBODY CAN MOVE

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 17:27:06 GMT

Herb Kolodney, Co-Founder, Connecticut Amputee Network, and David Mahler, Owner of AFI Orthotics and Prosthetics and Certified Prosthetist/Orthotist, join Lisa Wexler to discuss a proposed bill that would allow amputees to get insurance coverage for quality of life prosthetics that would only add a penny to insurance premiums.

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'Disfigured for life' The 1st Detransition Lawsuit

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 22:33:37 GMT

Independent reporter Benjamin Ryan joins Lisa Wexler to talk about attending and reporting on the full trial of the first of it's kind detransitioner malpractice lawsuit, won by the plaintiff from Westchester, NY who was 15 when undergoing female to male transition surgery.

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Hamlet Is Dead

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 22:32:29 GMT

Dara Lamb, founder of the grassroots organization, the Westport Alliance for Saugatuck, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about successfully spearheading an effort to thwart a project that threatened to over-develop a very sensitive area of Westport, CT.

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Welcome To Bermuda!

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:46:08 GMT

Strategic Hospitality Leader, Development-Driven Manager, Creative Experience Curator for the Rosewood Hotel Group, Ashjuana Thomas, joins Lisa Wexler, live from Bermuda, to talk about growing up in Bermuda, her 20 years in hospitality and why the Rosewood Hotel is such a beloved, historic part of the Bermudian community.

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Bermudians Show You The Way In Quiet Luxury

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:24:07 GMT

Lisa Wexler broadcasts live from Bermuda and interviews Kiwan Anderson, Bermuda Tourism Authority Global Director for Marketing, PR, Communications, Brand Partnerships, Content Development & Olympic Torchbearer.

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Bermuda, The Secret Getaway

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 19:57:58 GMT

Michael Decouto, Bermuda Tourism Authority CSMO, joins Lisa Wexler, live from Bermuda, to talk about what attracts tourists to Bermuda, from the most beautiful restaurants, romantic walks, secluded escapes, and the uniqueness of Bermudian culture.

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BermudAir COO Opens New Connections To Bermuda

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 19:57:44 GMT

George Henderson, BermudAir COO, joins Lisa Wexler, broadcasting live from Bermuda, about why he co-founded BermudAir and what their goals are for inviting more visitors to this beautiful Island.

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The Dr. Is In: Heart Specialist Dr. Carol Gemayel-Barra Takes Your Questions

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 22:22:08 GMT

Nuvance cardiologist Dr. Carol Gemayel-Barra joins Lisa Wexler to discuss women's heart health during American Heart Month for WOMEN'S HEALTH MATTERS series. The audience wants to know: What is congestive heart failure? Can you take a diuretic forever? Who should see a cardiologist and when? What are the unique risk factors for women? Why elevated calcium scores don't go down after treatment?

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Is Artificial Turf Safe? Westporter Says No

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:34:06 GMT

Rachel Precious, Westporter, Precious Oysters owner, and Chair of the CT chapter of the Surfrider Foundation, a national ocean advocacy nonprofit, on turf field controversy. joins Lisa Wexler to talk about asking the right questions about how bad artificial turf affects human and environmental health. Apparently, even oysters can't filter the runoff from artificial turf. And where do old turf fields that last only 10 years go to be dumped?

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Surprise Cribari Bridge Update!

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:32:04 GMT

Westport RTM Chair, Matt Mandell, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the DOT not bringing the public into the Cribari Bridge reconstruction conversation and why collaboration is so important.

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CT Reps Propose Big Tax Cuts to Make CT More Affordable

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:28:09 GMT

GOP Caucus Chair for Operations, representing the 34th District, Senator Paul Cicarella, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about their proposed, expansive tax plan that balances need with affordability.

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What is Palliative Care? w/ Dr. Shelli Feder

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 19:10:03 GMT

Dr. Shelli L. Feder, Palliative Care specialist, joins Lisa Wexler, to talk hospice vs. palliative care for others. Part of our Aging Gracefully series brought to you by Mozaic Senior Life.

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LISA ON THE LAW 2/9/26 Will Contests, The Big List, Reopening Estates

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 22:13:45 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers what the grounds for contesting a will and how to receive money from The Big List after someone passed?

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Black & Jewish America: A Shared, Complicated History

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:29:14 GMT

Emmy-nominated filmmaker Sara Wolitzky joins Lisa Wexler to discuss directing the four-part PBS series Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History, which explores the complex relationship between two communities shaped by shared struggles.

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Why Heart Disease in Women Is So Often Missed

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:18:20 GMT

Northwell Health's Navjot Kaur Sobti, MD, Interventional Cardiology at Northern Westchester Hospital, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about heart health. What are the differences in heart disease and heart attacks between men and women? What are some atypical symptoms women have that get misdiagnosed? How should women advocate for themselves?

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Outrage Over RFK Jr Claim re: Schizophrenia & Keto

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 17:36:27 GMT

Mental health advocate/author Randye Kaye joins Lisa Wexler to talk about Secretary of Health and Human Services, RFK Jr.'s dangerous statement that a keto diet can be a cure for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Probate Judge Lisa Wexler has presided over many hearings for people with these conditions. She shares Randye's outrage.

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Will Typeset Printing Make a Comeback?

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 17:36:12 GMT

Kieran Sheikh Blunnie joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his award-winning short documentary Neo-Typesetters, Kieran’s film, a love letter to the letterpress process.

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BEHIND THE WHEEL: Gloria Steinem & Me (12 min)

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 01:02:29 GMT

Behind The Wheel, Lisa catches you up on Mommy, Abby’s birthday , and her affection for the legendary Gloria Steinem, who returns as a guest on the show today. (12 min ).

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Christine Vitale Wins Special Election in Fairfield

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 19:48:40 GMT

Christine Vitale, the newly elected Fairfield 1st Selectwoman, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her victory in Fairfield's special election and goals for the future of the town. Plus thoughts on the invitation and quick disinvitation of Secretary of Education Linda McMahon.

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Lt. Gov Bysiewicz Short Session Thoughts

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 19:46:58 GMT

Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the start of the new legislative session, the Governor’s proposed budget, including an energy rebate.

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Gloria Steinem & Leymah Gbowee Extraordinary Friendship In A Picture Book

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 19:44:24 GMT

Legendary feminist organizer Gloria Steinem and Nobel Peace Prize winner Leymah Gbowee join Lisa Wexler to talk about their book RISE, GIRL, RISE. The picture book shares their parallel journeys as activists, celebrating resilience and empowerment to inspire girls everywhere to raise their voices, stand together, and rise up for themselves and others. Lisa thanks Gloria for her particular words of wisdom years ago when Lisa had a moment of crisis.

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IT'S NOT JUST BLACK & WHITE 2/4/26

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 19:00:10 GMT

Activist Wayne Winston joins Lisa Wexler for IT'S NOT JUST BLACK & WHITE. They discuss if ICE and the Trump Administration was a factor in Fairfield's special election, Nekima Levy Armstrong's AI doctored photo of her arrest the White House put out, controversial speed camera uses, and if ICE's racial profiling is legal.

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Feeling "Safe" In Your Couple Relationship

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 18:59:05 GMT

Couple’s therapist, Julie Menanno, author of SECURE LOVE, a national bestseller, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about creating a relationship that lasts a lifetime by forming an emotionally safe and connected bond.

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New Playwright Debuts At Westport Playhouse

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 20:37:04 GMT

Broadway actress Sharone Sayegh joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her Broadway career and solo play "The Goldsmith" part of the Westport Country Playhouse's Script in Hand program and based on her unique history as a Middle Eastern Jewish American.

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Jill Zarin Reunites w Housewives in “The Golden Life”

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 17:07:55 GMT

My sister Jill Zarin gives us the scoop on the big news! She and RHONY alums Ramona, LuAnn, Sonia & Kelly return to TV in “The Golden Life” on “E” network. Fun times ahead !

For full transcript (with timestamp for audio), go to Lisa Wexler Wordpress blog, the link is above.

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LISA ON THE LAW 2/2/26 Conservator Distributions, Medicaid Trusts & Revoking Wills

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 19:49:07 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers questions about where money left over from a conservator goes after someone passes? Can nursing homes go after assets after death? How to shelter those assets? When to revoke wills and why naming executors is so important. And giving thanks to caregivers and Lisa!

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Helping Birds Survive This Bitter Winter Cold

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 19:42:25 GMT

Tom Andersen, Dir of Communications at The CT Audubon Society, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how to take care of our birds during a deep, extended freeze. How do birds learn to feed themselves? Why birdbaths are so important.

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CT AG William Tong Proposes New Social Media Legislation

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 20:01:45 GMT

CT Attorney General William Tong joins Lisa Wexler to talk about using constitutional police powers, that empower states to take action against companies that harm citizens, to form the proposed social media legislation, and what that legislation will do. Also what the Attorney General's job encompases and how CT's Trust Act works?

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The Mother Of GPS, Gladys West

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 17:33:26 GMT

Award-winning scientist and author Ainissa Ramirez, Ph.D. joins Lisa Wexler to talk about "hidden figure" Gladys West, known as "the mother of GPS" who died at the age of 95 in January, 2026. Dr. Ramirez interviewed Gladys West and her family for a new book coming out this fall.

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Christopher Denham To Direct New Play at Lachat

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 23:43:55 GMT

Actor, writer, and director, Christopher Denham jons Lisa Wexler to talk about falling in love with the new play HOLE IN THE WALL, which he will direct as a world premiere at Lachat Town Farm in Weston, CT. HOLE IN THE WALL runs from March 6th through March 22nd with tickets on sale starting February 2nd.

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Our Right to a Dark Sky- A New Legal Approach

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 23:43:11 GMT

Leo Smith, co-founder of The Coalition to Reduce Light Pollution in Connecticut, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about educating people on why dark skies are so important to human health and animal existence. Should we legally be entitled to a night sky?

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CT's Pet Abandonment Crisis

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:18:16 GMT

Army's Legacy Animal Rescue Founder, Amanda Armstrong, and VP, Rebekah DeMatteo, and North Haven Animal Control Officer/President of CMACOA Chrystal Rashba join Lisa Wexler to talk about a state-wide advocacy task force to combat the steep rise in animal abandonments and surrenders.

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Cong Jim Himes on ICE Funding

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 18:17:12 GMT

Congressman Jim Himes joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why the senate should vote down the DHS funding package the House passed until there are higher training standards for ICE officers, and why Kristi Noem is uniquely unqualified for her role. And three things needed to tackle the social media problem attacking our kids.

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CT Comptroller Sean Scanlon

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 19:56:24 GMT

CT Comptroller, Sean Scanlon joins Lisa Wexler to talk about launching his reelection campaign and the big ideas he hopes will allow people to believe in the government again, including giving people access to the same health plan politicians get. He answers how CT is offsetting federal healthcare subsidy cuts and how CT is doing in getting the fiscal house in order while still balancing debt obligations and resident needs.

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Jonathan Tobin Has No Time for Lip Service

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 19:52:51 GMT

Jewish News Syndicate Editor-in-Chief, Jonathan Tobin joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the importance of International Holocaust Remembrance Day and how to properly and effectively honor the Holocaust in the face of rising anti-semitism.

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Cervical Cancer Prevention & Treatment With Dr. David-West

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 18:02:55 GMT

Gizelka David-West, MD, Director, Gynecologic Oncology for the Northwell Cancer Institute at Northern Westchester Hospital joins Lisa Wexler for Northwell Health's THE DR. IS IN! January is cervical cancer awareness month. Dr. David-West answers questions like what are the worst HPV strains that can cause cancer, and what is the difference between pre-cancer and cancer?

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LISA ON THE LAW 1/26/26 : When Must You Update Your Will?

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 22:54:07 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers audience questions about codifying wills, when you need to update wills

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Sen. Blumenthal Wants You to Be Able to Sue ICE

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 18:39:28 GMT

Senator Blumenthal joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the second fatal shooting in Minnesota by ICE agents and why there needs to be reforms on how ICE is using lethal force, and congress needs to take a stand.

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"Family of Spies" Author Christine Kuehn

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 18:38:16 GMT

Author Christine Kuehn, and her husband Mark Schiponi, join Lisa Wexler to talk about researching and writing FAMILY OF SPIES, an incredible true story kept hidden for half a century about one family’s shocking involvement as Nazi and Japanese spies during WWII and the pivotal role they played in the bombing of Pearl Harbor.

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The Epic Tale Of Henry Ford's Automotive Empire

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 18:34:32 GMT

independent filmmaker, screenwriter, actor, and novelist, John Sayles joins Lisa Wexler to discuss his new historical fiction novel, CRUCIBLE, before his Westport Library event, Thursday, 1/29 at 7pm.

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Local Broadway Legend Debbie Gravitte At The Westport Playhouse!

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:50:40 GMT

Tony & Grammy Award winner, Debbie Gravitte, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her incredible Broadway career and her Big Band Broadway show at The Westport Country Playhouse opening January 29th through February 1st.

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CBS Corr Natalie Brand on Davos

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:50:28 GMT

Washington correspondent covering the White House and Capitol Hill for CBS, Natalie Brand, joins Lisa Wexler after returning from Davos and back at the White House to report on Greenland and the Ukraine war.

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A Puzzle A Day

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 22:39:06 GMT

Allison Kane, head of Puzzle Innovation at Highlights, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how puzzling uses all parts of your brain and the latest book: Puzzle A Day Challenge where kids can do a different puzzle each day of the year.

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Love Johnny Carson

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 22:38:51 GMT

Mark Malkoff, comedian, filmmaker & author, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why his obsession with Johnny Carson led to writing his book: Love Johnny Carson, One Obsessive Fan's Journey to Find the Genius Behind the Legend.

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She Wouldn't Take Off Her Boots

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 22:24:30 GMT

Paul Burger, Founder and Chairman of Shoah Memorial Fairfield University Project Board and artist & educator, Victoria Milstein join Lisa Wexler to talk about her sculpture, She Wouldn’t Take Off Her Boots, the centerpiece of a landmark project coming to Fairfield at the Shoah Memorial, that seeks to honor the Holocaust history while actively stemming the tide of hate.

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Nolan Francis Named 2026 Regeneron Scholar!

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 22:14:37 GMT

Nolan Francis, a 2026 Regeneron Science Talent Search Scholar, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his winning research on the cellular impact of vitamin D3 on Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy using a microscopic worm (C. elegans), frequently used as a model for human biological systems. Regeneron STS is the nation’s oldest and most prestigious science research competition for high school students. Nolan Francis is a senior at Staples High School in Westport, CT.

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Healthcare Executive Turned Whistleblower

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 21:22:06 GMT

Wendell Potter, former health insurance exec turned whistleblower/policy expert, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about what must change in our healthcare policy, ahead of his testimony at the 1/22 Washington D.C. hearings.

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Why the "Only Child" Stereotype Isn't True

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 21:54:17 GMT

Susan Newman, PhD, a social psychologist specializing in parenting concerns, family dynamics and trends, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her latest book: Just One: The New Science, Secrets, and Joy of Parenting an Only Child

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Free Parent Workshop for Developmentally Disabled

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 21:51:57 GMT

Abilis CEO and President, Amy Montimurro, and Jennie Miklautsh, director of Therapeutic Services with The Therapy Center at Abilis, join Lisa Wexler to talk about what services Abilis offers for children with disabilities and Abilis' free Parent Workshop on Sunday, March 8, 2026, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00p! Babysitting provided on-site,

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LISA ON THE LAW 1/19/26 Fiduciary Fees, Token Bequests, Lady Bird Deeds, Pour Over Wills & Homeowners Insurance & Trusts

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 22:25:57 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers questions about what percentage a trustee can keep for fiduciary fees per state, dividing estates between kids and grandkids, how to avoid probate with trusts since CT isn't a lady bird deed state, what is a pour over will, why are powers of attorney implemented, revocable vs. irrevocable trusts, and are there homeowners insurance conflicts with trusts?

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MLK Day in CT 2026 With Wayne Winston

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 22:11:41 GMT

Black activist Wayne Winston joins Lisa Wexler to talk about what MLK Day means today.

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The Wedding Dress

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 23:01:51 GMT

Lisa Wexler recounts finding her perfect wedding dress 44 years ago on her anniversary.

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Why Does CT Have Earthquakes?

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 20:16:49 GMT

Yale Professor/Chair of Earth & Planetary Sciences, Maureen Long joins Lisa Wexler to explain how CT's old faults get reactivated, a CT village named after the noises of earthquakes, and why study small earthquakes if they don't cause any issues?

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The Sweet Remains' Greg Naughton!

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 19:39:09 GMT

Singer-songwriter and founding member of folk-rock group The Sweet Remains, Greg Naughton joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the origins of his music trio, his feature film based on the group and his upcoming performance Saturday, January 24, 8 p.m. at The Westport Country Playhouse.

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CT DPH Comm Manisha Juthani on Vaccine Availability in CT

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 18:43:25 GMT

Commissioner Manisha Juthani, MD, Connecticut Department of Public Health joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the confusion surrounding the new federal vaccine schedule, food pyramid, and little known urgent crisis centers.https://portal.ct.gov/dph/individuals-and-families/immunizations/public-landing-page/vaccine-information?language=en_US

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Betsy McCaughey Is Running For CT Governor!

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 18:43:03 GMT

Betsy McCaughey, patient advocate and former NY Lt. Governor, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about running for CT Governor.

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Adaptive Boxing in Westport

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 18:42:24 GMT

Pierre Fallot joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why he created an adaptive boxing program called I CAN ADAPTIVE BOXING via zoom as all-inclusive boxing classes that promote not only physical care but mental healthcare with benefits specifically from boxing. https://www.instagram.com/p/DTiLh1JEfYj/

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Tony Hwang Wants To Win Fairfield CT

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 20:40:11 GMT

State Senator Tony Hwang joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his campaign to be Fairfield's First Selectman in a special election on February 3, 2026 set after Bill Gerber died unexpectedly while in office.

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Being A Nude Male Model

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 20:39:18 GMT

Professional nude model, Brian Stroehlein joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how he accidentally fell into this career and what it takes to do it.

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The "Donroe" Doctrine & US Defense History

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 20:25:36 GMT

Michael O’Hanlon, author and Philip H. Knight Chair in Defense and Strategy at the Brookings Institution who teaches at George Washington and Columbia Universities, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about President Trump's current policy pushes in relation to his new book, To Dare Mighty Things: US Defense Strategy Since the Revolution is the definitive history of U.S. defense strategy. https://www.michaelohanlon.com/to-dare-mighty-things

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Help For Physically Disabled- Using Tiny Facial Muscles to Move Objects

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 20:23:32 GMT

Chetan Jaiswal, Ph.D., Associate Chair, Department of Computing, Associate Professor of Computer Science, Quinnipiac University joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his team's software solution called AcessiMove that helps people, especially those with disabilities and motor impairment, so they can use face movements to interact with a computer to improve all facets of life. Check out the progress here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aEb8wG0plv4

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gOEq7rNazvQ

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The New Iranian Revolution

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:10:46 GMT

Banafsheh Zand, Iranian-American journalist, activist, and Iranian affairs expert, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her decades of experience challenging the Islamic Republic's regime and what is currently happening in Iran.

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Cribari Bridge Update

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:08:46 GMT

Werner Liepolt, Saugatuck resident who has been immersed in Westport's Cribari Bridge matters since the 1980’s, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the controversy surrounding putting in a much bigger new bridge over the Saugatuck River instead of restoring the historic, rare, functioning swing span Cribari Bridge. https://westportjournal.com/government/alert-state-unveils-preferred-plan-to-replace-widen-cribari-bridge/

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Matt Mandell for Westport State Rep

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 21:13:00 GMT

Matthew Mandell, Exec. Dir. Westport-Weston Chamber of Commerce and member of Westport’s RTM, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about running to fill Rep. Jonathan Steinberg's seat when he retires this November. He is the first to announce.

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Best New Tech From CES 2026 with Cherlynn Low

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 21:11:57 GMT

Cherlynn Low, managing editor of Engadget, joins Lisa Wexler from the 2026 CES in Las Vegas to talk about the best new technology from this year's show.

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Who is Funding Pro-Maduro Protests?

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:28:05 GMT

The Free Press reporter Frannie Block joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how the Venezuela and Israel protests mobilized so quickly with perfect coordination hours after each event. Frannie Block uncovers funding sources with ties to China who actively support divisive measures and embrace a government more in line with the Chinese Communist Party.

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Gyno- Cancers: Uterine, Ovarian & Cervix: Latest in Prevention & Treatment

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:20:59 GMT

Nuvance Health Obstetrician Gynecologist and fellowship-trained Gynecologic Oncologist, Dr. Leslie Andriani, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about cancer screening and prevention for patients with usual or heightened risk of ovarian cancer, current studies and survival rates due to groundbreaking treatments, how family history is used to assess risk, and the relationship between taking the HPV vaccine and preventing cervical cancer.

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Judith Ivey, Pancakes & The Westport Playhouse!

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:18:59 GMT

Tony Award Winner Judith Ivey joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her incredible career and why she chose to be in the Westport Country Playhouse Script in Hand Playreading of “The Pancake Club." Happening Monday, January 12, 2026.

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Natl Cancer Program Head Dr. Harvey Risch

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:17:51 GMT

Dr. Harvey Risch, Professor Emeritus of Epidemiology in the Department of Epidemiology and Public Health at the Yale School of Public Health and Yale School of Medicine, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his Presidential appointment to oversee the National Cancer Program, why it's important to always ask questions, and what research shows about receiving the COVID MRNA vaccine. Dr. Risch questions the efficacy and possible risks of cancer associated with the MRNA vaccines.

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Christine Vitale Runs To Win

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 22:47:13 GMT

Fairfield's First Selcectperson, Christine Vitale, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about serving the past 6 months as Fairfield's First Selectperson, continuing what she and Bill Gerber started, and how she sees the role of the highest officer of Fairfield.

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Sen. Richard Blumenthal - Venezuela Update from DC

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 22:44:20 GMT

Senator Richard Blumenthal joins Lisa Wexler to update on Venezuela just after his White House briefing and how he sees America's position as the police of the world.

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Gaylord Rehab's Pain Management Expert

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 22:42:27 GMT

Anton Cherry, PA-C joins Lisa Wexler to talk about Gaylord Specialty Healthcare’s new Interventional Pain Center which helps patients feel, move, and function.

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Psych Dale Atkins- Why Grandparents Matter So Much

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 22:10:36 GMT

Psychologist, relationship expert, and author, Dr. Dale Atkins, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the health and emotional benefits children get from having relationships with elders through connection and rootedness. Lisa really loves this topic :).

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LISA ON THE LAW 1/5/26 Habeas Trials & Probable Cause

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 00:30:59 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers questions about why Michelle Troconis is challenges her conviction in Jennifer Dulos case in habeas trial and updates on a recent CT murder case.

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Is Social Media Responsible for Teen Suicide?

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Matthew P. Bergman, Founding attorney of The Social Media Victims Law Center, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the only law firm in the country that represents parents whose children are harmed, and even killed, due to dangerous social media and AI apps.

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Hartford Mayor Arunan Arulampalam

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 17:59:00 GMT

Hartford Mayor Arunan Arulampalam joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his innovative strategy to bring affordability and vitality to his city.

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Christmas in Jerusalem

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 23:46:34 GMT

CBS reporter Linda Gradstein joins Lisa Wexler to discuss what holiday time in Israel looks like in December 2025.

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LISA ON THE LAW 12/22/25 Probating Property Owned in Multiple States

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 23:46:20 GMT

Lisa Wexler takes audience calls on where to go through probate if the estate has property owned in 2 different states? What is an ancillary probate proceeding, and how can you avoid it? And when an executor can safely close out an estate?

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Hole In The Wall Gang Camp Holiday Giving!

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 19:10:12 GMT

Westport Country Playhouse Artistic Director, Mark Shanahan, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about The Hole In The Wall Gang Camp fundraising efforts during the run of A SHERLOCK CAROL over the holiday season.

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Get to Know Ana Gasteyer

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 18:57:51 GMT

Ana Gasteyer joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her Holiday Spectacular Sugar & Booze that is ending its tour at the Westport Country Playhouse, Monday, 12/22 at 7pm. She will be performing favorites from Sugar & Booze, her album of seasonal favorites and holiday originals which topped numerous “Best Holiday Album” lists.

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When Free Speech Lands You In Jail

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 21:40:35 GMT

Thefire.org Attorney David Rubin joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the constitutional right to free speech, what the carve-out categories are, and a particular case of a retired officer who was jailed for 37 days after posting a Charlie Kirk meme.

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Jillian Gilchrest Is Running For Congress

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 20:54:58 GMT

State Representative Jillian Gilchrest joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her endorsement from many CT women lawmakers for her run for Congress in CT's 1st district.

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Why The Chromebook Made Your Kid Dumber

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 17:40:21 GMT

Neuroscientist, educator, and best-selling author, Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why every cognitive measure indicates that since tech invaded our schools, kids have suffered, their test scores have all decreased, and teachers have had to become tech police.

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OT & PT for Seniors At Home- What To Do

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 18:26:45 GMT

Caitlyn Stroh, OT, MBA, Therapy Program Supervisor of the Home Care and Hospice department at Mozaic Senior Life, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the broad resources Mozaic offers, covered by insurance, for both in-home and outpatient physical therapy, for CT's senior residents. Mozaic Senior Life phone number for services: 203-365-6400

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When Marital Rape Wasn't A Crime- The First Case

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 20:52:19 GMT

Award-winning author Sarah Weinman joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her latest book: WITHOUT CONSENT A Landmark Trial and the Decades-Long Struggle To Make Spousal Rape a Crime, an eye-opening story about the first major spousal rape trial in America and urgent questions about women’s rights that would reverberate for decades.

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Why is Colon Cancer Striking So Young?

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 20:48:33 GMT

Dr. Parul Shukla and Christine Molmenti, PhD, MPH, join Lisa Wexler to talk about the alarming rate of young people getting colorectal cancer, and why they must advocate for themselves to get the right diagnostic testing. Plus, how patients are being identified and referred to Northwell Health's Early Onset Cancer Program, what the program does for patients, and why we must avoid ultra-processed food, which many don't realize are core foods we buy.

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LISA ON THE LAW 12/15/25 Walking In A Will, Clearing Titles, Reverse Mortgages

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 23:50:17 GMT

Lisa Wexler takes audience calls about why and how you must follow a will, reverse mortgages

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20,000 Buttons! Each Tells a Story

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 22:39:11 GMT

Laurel Durso, President of the Connecticut State Button Society, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why she amassed her 20,000 button collection and the fascinating secrets each holds.

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Westport Rabbi Puts Australian Tragedy Into Spiritual Perspective

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 22:31:43 GMT

Rabbi Yehudah Leib Kantor of Chabad Lubavitch of Westport joins Lisa Wexler to spread the message of light in the wake of the senseless mass murder at Bondi Beach. The Rabbi urges people to be an active part of a brighter world, and to ask ourselves what we will do about how we combat hate.

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Weston,CT- a Village of the Dammed

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 21:02:46 GMT

Award-winning journalist, James Lomuscio, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his book, Village of the Dammed, The Fight for Open Space and the Flooding of a Connecticut Town, a story reminding us all to be ever vigilant in the protection of our irreplaceable environmental heritage.

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Can Sham Marriages Be Fixed in CT?

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 19:37:56 GMT

State Senator Eric Berthel joins Lisa Wexler to talk about sham marriages taking place in Connecticut and what our legislature can do to prevent it.

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Dr. Jean Twenge Sounds the Alarm on Tech in Schools

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 21:27:37 GMT

Renowned Professor of Psychology at San Diego State University and author, Dr. Jean Twenge, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why student test scores and mental health declined since 2012 and what part technology played in this plunge.

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How Acupuncture & Massage Help Cancers & Other Diseases

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 21:27:09 GMT

Nuvance Health System Director for the Integrative Medicine and Cancer Survivorship Program, Dr. Kathleen N. Mueller, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the integration of Western medicine and non-pharmalogical options in order for individualized treatments to be most effective, and the need to change how we pay for medical care based on immediate need.

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New Planetarium at Stamford Nature Center!

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 21:29:36 GMT

Charlie Eder, Stamford Museum & Nature Ctr Director of Astronomy, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about SMNC's new planetarium that has transformed it's programming. Starry fun for all ages!

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A Domestic Violence Police Tool That Saves Lives

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 21:28:37 GMT

Meghan Scanlon, President & CEO of The Connecticut Coalition for Domestic Violence - CCADV, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about CT's Lethality Assessment Program (CTLAP), an innovative partnership with law enforcement that implements nationally recognized risk assessment strategies to better serve domestic violence victims in greatest danger.

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LISA ON THE LAW 12/8/25 Executor Powers

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 14:56:06 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers caller questions about executor powers in a will and staying neutral, getting Medicaid legal help by finding the right conservator or an elder law attorney,

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Achieving Longevity! With Dr. Michael Greger

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 18:30:18 GMT

Internationally renowned physician, speaker, nutritionist, and author, Michael Greger, M.D., FACLM, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his newly updated bestselling book HOW NOT TO DIE, including new information on COVID-19, cannabis, air pollution, forest bathing, acid blockers, obesity/stigmatism, companion animals, depression and food, the risks and benefits of mammograms and prostate cancer screening, and essential tremor. It also includes cooking information on whole grains and legumes.

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CT Helps You With Insurance Appeals For Free!

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 18:19:38 GMT

Director of Consumer Affairs at the Connecticut Insurance Department (CID), Gerard O'Sullivan, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how CT helps residents navigate insurance appeals, answering quests, cutting through red tape, and mediating the proceedings.

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Paula Poundstone Returns To CT!

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 19:07:21 GMT

Iconic comedian Paula Poundstone joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her decades long career and latest show with a stop at Norwalk's District Music Hall on 12/12.

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Cong Jim Himes -on Narco-Terrorism & The Legality of This Drug War

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 21:23:52 GMT

Representative Jim Himes joins Lisa Wexler after he watched the US military boat strike video where two survivors of the initial strike were also killed. He talks about why he was so disturbed by the footage and his hopes that the full video will be released to the public. He does not believe "narco-terrorism" is a real thing - hear why not.

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Were The Drug Boat Strikes Legal?

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 21:23:24 GMT

CBS Military Analyst Jeff McCausland joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the legality of the military strikes on drug running boats in the Caribbean and Pacific.

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How a Slave Ship Created The Abolitionist Movement

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 04:54:36 GMT

Pulitzer Prize finalist, Professor Siddharth Kara, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss his latest book: THE ZORG, A true story of the slave ship "Zorg" where the captain threw 100+ slaves overboard, leading to a landmark insurance trial that sparked the anti-slavery movement.*

*A Lisa Favorite

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America's Racialized Tax Discrimination

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 19:44:31 GMT

Harvard and Yale-trained property law scholar and author, Bernadette Atuahene, joins Lisa Wexler and Wayne Winston in IT'S NOT JUST BLACK & WHITE, a conversation about Bernadette Atuahene's book PLUNDERED: How Racist Policies Undermine Black Homeownership in America and her in-depth research that uncovers systemic racism in America's tax code.

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Easton's New 1st Selectman, Dan Lent!

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 19:38:21 GMT

Dan Lent, the newly elected First Selectman of Easton, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about winning by 5 votes, development of Easton and protecting our water supply.

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Broadway In Norwalk!

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 19:35:43 GMT

CT resident Broadway stars, Raissa Katona Bennett and Arbender Robinson join Lisa Wexler to talk about starring in The Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum's event, Broadway at the Mansion, December 11, 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm.

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WheelPrice Wins STARTUP WESTPORT!

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 22:12:53 GMT

STARTUP WESTPORT Event Chair, Peter Propp, and the 2025 winner, WheelPrice Founder, Wally Namane, join Lisa Wexler to talk about why WheelPrice won the top prize, and what comes next!

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Why 100K Is The New Poverty

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 22:11:58 GMT

Michael Green, portfolio manager and chief strategist, Simplify Asset Management joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his essay explaining why $100,000 is the new American poverty line.

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Are We Attacking Venezuela?

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 01:34:39 GMT

CBS White House correspondent, Olivia Rinaldi, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about if America will be attacking Venezuela, if the USA committed war crimes, and what Jared Kushner is doing in Ukraine?

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Is Luigi Mangione A Folk Hero?

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 21:54:14 GMT

CBS's legal analyst, Thane Rosenbaum, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about Luigi Maglione's folk hero status, his not guilty plea based on "moral confusion," and his justifications for his actions.

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Dr. David Chess, Stratford's New Mayor!

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 20:00:49 GMT

Dr. David Chess joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why he thinks he was elected the new mayor of Stratford, what he intends to do for his town, and his incredible history in medicine.

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Jill Zarin Wins The Weakest Link!

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 17:12:59 GMT

Sister, and reality star, Jill Zarin, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about being the winner on The Weakest Link game show.

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Gov. Ned Lamont

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 17:02:01 GMT

Governor Ned Lamont joins Lisa Wexler to talk about in-state transportation, the new housing bill, running for a third term, electricity generation, the most challenging aspect of being governor, CT's financial surplus, and being a grandparent.

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LISA ON THE LAW 11/24/25 A Motion To Dismiss, Unemployment Law, Wards of the State

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 22:49:02 GMT

Lisa Wexler covers what "a motion to dismiss" is and answers questions about unemployment law in CT, what a ward of the state is, and how guardians find other guardians in case something happens to them unexpectedly?

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Lung Cancer Awareness Month with Dr. Darren Rohan

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 18:54:13 GMT

Darren Rohan, MD, Westchester regional director of Northwell Health's thoracic surgery program, treating at Northern Westchester Hospital and Phelps Hospital, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about cutting edge robotic surgical techniques, and the importance of early screening for lung cancer, which gives patients a much higher chance of a cure. Who is eligible under the new screening guidelines?

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Lynsey Addario, Pulitzer Prize-Winning Photojournalist, From Westport!

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 17:30:05 GMT

Lynsey Addario joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the feature documentary about her remarkable, Pulitzer Prize-winning career (streaming now on Disney +), her most recent award: the International Rescue Committee's Freedom Award, and growing up in Westport!

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AI Robots-Here Come the Jetsons!

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 18:11:56 GMT

Carnegie Mellon Interactive Structures Lab Director, Alexandra Ion, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her research in creating everyday objects that will predict your immediate needs to make daily living easier.

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Creating a New Forest in Bridgeport

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 18:05:19 GMT

Aspetuck Land Trust Director, Landowner Engagement, Mary Ellen Lemay, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about an exciting planting project in Bridgeport to achieve a mature forest in a fraction of the time with dense planting. 6000 plants and trees!

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Can East Norwalk's Giant Oak Tree Be Saved?

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 17:39:20 GMT

Norwalk's Mayor-elect, Barbara Smyth, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why a beloved oak tree is being taken down instead of finding another solution to save it.

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Civil War- Meade, Lincoln and Lee

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 03:18:51 GMT

Award-winning author Tim McGrath joins Lisa Wexler to talk about fascinating and little told Civil War stories in his latest book: THREE ROADS TO GETTYSBURG.

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Rep. Jonathan Steinberg: Why Yes on Housing, & PURA Investigation

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 21:23:38 GMT

State Representative Jonathan Steinberg joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the new Housing Bill that passed in CT's special session, and his thoughts on the PURA controversy and resulting legal actions.

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Cannibalism Was The Custom Of The Sea

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 21:06:40 GMT

Acclaimed Author, journalist, lawyer Adam Cohen joined Lisa Wexler to talk about his fascinating new book, CAPTAIN'S DINNER set in 1884 when the necessity of murder defense could no longer be justified.

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LISA ON THE LAW 11/17/25 Estate Insolvency, QDRO Accounts & Statutes of Limitations

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 03:18:49 GMT

Lisa Wexler takes questions on benefactor recourse if there are issues with estate accounting, how to compel a final accounting, or a status conference, and what will be on an estate inventory? If divorced, how can you request payment from a QDRO account and why do we have statues of limitations?

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How Resilient Are Oceans To Global Warming?

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 23:47:45 GMT

Patrick Rafter, University of South Florida chemical oceanographer, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his research on global warming and our oceans.

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StartUp Westport's "Shark Tank"-style PITCH Reaches the Finals!

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 18:04:33 GMT

Startup Westport's Peter Propp and Shobana Mani join Lisa Wexler to talk about the finalists for their first-ever PITCH competition event on November 20th, 2025. Who will win?

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Food Safety Expert- What to Yank From Your Shelves

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 23:41:43 GMT

Laura Schmidt, PhD, MSW, MPH, UCSF School of Medicine Professor, Institute for Health Policy Studies, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the food industry's "Better for You" strategy that is designed to profit off consumers, not to promote and elevate health.

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Honoring Caregivers with Carolyn Antonion LCSW

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 19:59:04 GMT

Behavioral Health Consultant – Women’s Health Nuvance Women’s Wellness Center, Carolyn Antonion, MSW, LCSW, CTTP, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the importance of paid and unpaid caregivers, the vast majority who are women, in our community in honor of National Caregiver Recognition month. @nuvancehealth

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Keeping Your Brain Sharp!

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 19:04:35 GMT

David Magner, head of Mozaic Senior Life's Early Memory Loss Program, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about mild cognitive impairment, dementia, memory loss therapies, and getting tested.

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Middlebury's New 1st Selectman, Jennifer Mahr!

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 18:59:21 GMT

Middlebury 1st Selectman, Jennifer Mahr, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about winning as a petitioning candidate and the greatest issues facing her town.

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Honoring Our Veterans With Faces Of Freedom

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 23:18:43 GMT

Walter Schuppe, founder of the Faces of Freedom project joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his mission: to capture veteran recollections the U.S. Armed Forces and some of the new stories he collected in 2025.

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Acclaimed Author David Baldacci's Brand New Series!

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 23:08:03 GMT

Award-winning global #1 bestselling author, David Baldacci joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the first book in his brand-new series Nash Falls!

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Legendary Gunslingers Wyatt Earp & Doc Holliday Together Again!

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 22:54:12 GMT

Award-winning author and historian Mark Lee Gardner joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his latest book: BROTHERS OF THE GUN | A dual biography of legendary gunslingers Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday.

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LISA ON THE LAW 11/10/25 Estate Mismanagement, Interested Parties, Hearings On Objections, Disbursing Assets

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 21:30:44 GMT

Lisa Wexler takes questions about how beneficiaries can reach out to the court regarding mismanagement of an estate, how financial streamlining works on a final accounting, how to request a hearing, when executors should dispearce assets, and reserving estate money in case the IRS can make claims after closing out an estate.

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CT's New Housing Bill- An Analysis

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 20:25:26 GMT

Founder of CT169Strong, Maria Weingarten, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the new housing bill which remains an unfunded mandate for all towns and still contains as of right with no public hearings.

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What's In The New Housing Bill?

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 20:22:12 GMT

State Senator Dr. Jeff Gordon joins Lisa Wexler to talk about what is in the new 99 page housing bill that will be discussed in a special session.

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Why Cancel Culture is Bad for Our Mental Health

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 18:22:05 GMT

Clinical psychologist and bestselling author, Dr. Chloe Carmichael, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about what happens to humanity the longer cancel culture dissuades open disagreement, and takes the focus away from learning and respect in our shared communication spaces.

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Lamont's Running Again!

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 17:58:10 GMT

News8 Reporter, Mike Cerulli, calls into the show to discuss the breaking news of Governor Lamont formally running for a third term.

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Josh Elliott Challenges Lamont for Gov

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 23:42:32 GMT

State Representative, Josh Elliott, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss if government agencies are skirting Connecticut's Lights Out law and why he wants to primary Ned Lamont. Plus the housing bill controversy.

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Westport's New 1st & 2nd Selectmen! Christie & Wistreich

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 23:40:11 GMT

New 1st & 2nd Westport Selectmen, Kevin Christie and Amy Wistreich join Lisa Wexler to talk about how the economy could have an impact on Westporters, tackling the Hamlet controversy, and other goals.

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Can AI Spot & Prevent Suicide?

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 23:38:54 GMT

Fairfield University Associate Professor, Jie Tao, DSc, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his work creating an AI model to detect suicidal ideation, and his mission that focuses on AI FOR THE GREATER GOOD

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Rich Smith Retakes Milford!

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 23:23:01 GMT

New Mayor of Milford, Rich Smith, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how he retook his seat in office and what comes next for Milford.

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Barbara Smyth Is Norwalk's Mayor!

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 23:22:34 GMT

Norwalk's new Mayor, Barbara Smyth, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her win and goals for her city.

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Sen. Blumenthal- The Shutdown, AI Chatbots & More

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 00:56:19 GMT

Senator Richard Blumenthal joins LIsa Wexler to talk about the government shutdown latest and why it's necessary to pass an AI Chatbot bill that imposes criminal penalties.

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LISA ON THE LAW 11/3/25, Estate Admins, Late Estate Taxes, Living Trusts, Changing Wills, Joint Bank Accounts

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 00:51:26 GMT

Lisa Wexler takes audience questions about being an estate administrator when there is no will, what is an estate tax and when is it due, and can you get an extension? Living trusts vs. a will? Do wills have to change if the recipient of the special needs trust passes on? How to title bank accounts for joint accounts?

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Lt Gov Susan Bysiewicz on SNAP & Food

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 16:43:05 GMT

Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz joins Lisa Wexler to talk about where CT residents can get food to replace SNAP benefits, and don't forget to vote!

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NY Mayoral Race Latest

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 16:38:50 GMT

CBS reporter, Michael Wallace, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the latest NY mayoral polls.

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Cong Jim Himes-The Shutdown, The Budget & The Bees

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 16:38:18 GMT

Representative Jim Himes joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the illegal drug trade the US is not solving, the not solved government shutdown and explaining the bee die-offs over the last ten years.

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Honoring Toni Boucher In An Evening Of Hope

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 20:49:56 GMT

First Selectman, Toni Boucher, and Adele Jacobs, President of Voices of Hope, join Lisa Wexler to talk about why Voices of Hope is honoring Toni Boucher at their Evening of Hope event, November 6th, due to her unrelenting efforts to put mandatory Holocaust education in the CT school system, known as the Holocaust education bill.

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How To Help Jamaica Post Hurricane Melissa

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 20:47:21 GMT

JAC member, Azaria Tyler, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about Connecticut's efforts to help Jamaica after the devastation caused by hurricane Melissa. Find out how you can help.

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CT SOTS Stephanie Thomas- What to Expect on Election Day

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 20:45:20 GMT

CT Secretary Of The State, Stephanie Thomas joins Lisa Wexler to talk about analyzing data now available on CT early voting habits and what changes may need to be made. Plus CT's new civics education program: https://portal.ct.gov/sots/education/the-power-of-civics/the-power-of-civics---home

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B'Way's Christine Pedi in Westport!

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 18:44:14 GMT

“Lady of 1000 Voices," Christine Pedi joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her incredible career, how it shifted due to being "half-blind" and her current role in The Westport Country Playhouse's production of THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST running through November 15th!

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Northeast Fire-Rescue Elevates Volunteer 911 Services

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 18:39:05 GMT

Thomas Varanelli, Owner/CEO of Northeast Fire-Rescue, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why he created Northeast Fire-Rescue to fill the increasing needs of Connecticut's 911 resources.

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LISA ON THE LAW 10/27/25 Crisis Response To Schizophrenia, Statutes for Malpractice Actions

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 17:44:33 GMT

Lisa Wexler takes audience calls about how to get help for a loved one suffering from schizophrenia, what it means to be "gravely disabled" and how common is schizophrenia in middle aged women? Also what you can do if you believe you have a medical malpractice concern?

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Bermuda Paradise Just 90 Minutes Away!

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 17:32:46 GMT

Founder and CEO of BermudAir, Adam Scott, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how he brought Bermudan warmth to air travel, from the moment you step on the plane. Discover one of the world's best kept travel secrets.

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How The Shutdown Impacts CT

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 17:29:48 GMT

Comptroller Sean Scanlon joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how the government shutdown is affecting CT, on top of existing healthcare and energy cost concerns, and how CT will use our rainy day funds to counter the impact.

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What Will The New White House East Wing Look Like?

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 17:31:11 GMT

CBS Senior White House reporter, Jennifer Jacobs, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the demolition of the East Wing and what the new building will look like.

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THE DR. IS IN! With Northwell Health's ENT Specialist Aron Kandinov, MD

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 22:39:54 GMT

Dr. Aron Kandinov, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about being the leading physician for Northwell Health's newly-opened ENT practice, Otolaryngology at White Plains.

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Why Humans Will Successfully Adapt to Climate Change

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 01:12:12 GMT

Ted Nordhaus, Founder and Executive Director of The Breakthrough Institute, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his work leading a paradigm shift in climate, energy, and environmental policy that answers how humans can continue to thrive while still leaving room for nature.

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LISA ON THE LAW 10/20/25 Keeping Estate Records, Burial Plot Costs, Time limits To Object A Final Estate Accounting, Excluding Beneficiaries From Estates

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 21:08:02 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers questions about how long to keep estate records after the estate is closed by the probate court? What are you buying when you buy a burial plot? What is the window to object to the final accounting of an estate? How to exclude an individual from a will?

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Weston's Reservoir Run Is For Everyone!

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 18:46:43 GMT

Weston Kiwanis President, Harry Spencer, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about Weston's annual Reservoir Run, a fun, inviting event for all ages. https://k07649.site.kiwanis.org/

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Defending Democracy In Westport

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 18:45:43 GMT

One of Westport's No Kings organizers, Darcy Hicks, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the true goal of the No Kings rallies across the nation, to defend our democracy.

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A NAZI CONSPIRACY That Needs To Be Told And Re-Told For Young Readers

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 18:45:05 GMT

Emmy-nominated, #1 New York Times bestselling author, Brad Meltzer, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about one of the craziest Nazi conspiracies that got overshadowed until now, and why it is still so important to be understood today.

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Leading Geriatrician, Dr. Vittoria Gassman, Specializes in Hospice

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 19:08:04 GMT

Mozaic Senior Life Medical Director, Dr. Vittoria Gassman, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about best care practices for our seniors, why families should clarify their goals for eldercare, and what hospice care provides.

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Easton's Nick D'Addario Is Running For 1st Selectman!

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 21:42:35 GMT

Current Easton Selectman, Nick D'Addario, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why he is running for Easton's 1st Selectman.

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Trumbull GOP 1st Selectman Candidate, Mark Block!

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 21:36:48 GMT

Life-long Trumbull resident and Republican candidate for Trumbull 1st Selectman Mark Block, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about key issues in his campaign.

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You Use Jim West's Invention Every Day - Do You Know Who He is?

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 21:28:34 GMT

Award-winning scientist, Ainissa Ramirez, Ph.D. joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the 1st picture book in The Black Innovators series, SPARK: Jim West's Electrifying Adventures in Creating the Microphone.

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Latest! Westport's Saugatuck Hamlet

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 20:45:26 GMT

Dara Lamb, an advocate for the Westport Alliance for Saugatuck, rejoins Lisa Wexler to talk about the latest developments on the controversial Westport Saugatuck Hamlet development.

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LISA ON THE LAW 10/13/25 How Much Authority Does An Estate Executor Have?

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 12:08:59 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers questions about how to deal with unruly siblings as an estate executor?

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Israel Celebrates The Release Of All 20 Live Hostages

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 18:02:57 GMT

CBS Israel correspondent, Linda Gradstein, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the release of Israeli hostages and how the international community will move forward to create a new government in Gaza and a new, often dreamed of, middle east..

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Israel Breathes For The First Time In So Long

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 18:01:01 GMT

Renowned Israeli actor, Ori Laizer, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about what Israel is going through as the last 20 live hostages are released.

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Complex AI Questions That Need Discussion

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 16:53:13 GMT

Scott Shapiro, Yale Law School Prof. & Fancy Bear Goes Phishing author, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the most pressing questions surrounding artificial intelligence. Professor Shapiro will be at The Westport Library Verso Fest, Saturday, 10/11 on a panel discussing AI’s role in legal reasoning, government ethics, and cybersecurity.

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Breast Cancer Risks & Treatments NUVANCE WOMEN'S HEALTH MATTERS

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 21:11:25 GMT

Dr. Susan Boolbol MD, FACS, system chief of breast surgical oncology and breast program at Nuvance Health, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her life's mission to help women diagnosed with breast cancer and expertise that is making a definitive difference in this field.

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Do We Want AI To Create Art?

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 21:10:01 GMT

Maya Ackerman, PhD, world-renowned AI researcher, generative AI pioneer, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about and her forthcoming book, Creative Machines: AI, Art & Us.

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Free Adaptive Sports Programs!

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 19:06:36 GMT

Gaylord Specialty Healthcare Sports Association Program Manager, Katie Joly, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about Sports Association and Gaylord Healthcare's dedication to helping people with physical disabilities experience the benefits of adaptive sports, recreation and fitness.

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Howard Sovronsky, CT's Inaugural Behavioral Health Advocate!

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 19:05:16 GMT

Howard Sovronsky, Connecticut's first appointed Behavioral Health Advocate, joins Lisa Wexler to define this new office, his role, and his agenda to streamline access to behavioral health for both providers and consumers.

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Mark Halstead The Bridgeport "Smokestack" Guy

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 00:37:54 GMT

Architect, Mark Halstead, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his ideas for creatively saving the Bridgeport power plant smokestacks, instead of demolishing them.

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Patricia Cornwell- Best-selling Author

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 00:36:21 GMT

Widely considered one of the world's top crime writers, #1 New York Times bestselling author, Patricia Cornwell, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about SHARP FORCE the latest book in her Dr. Kay Scarpetta series that will soon come to life on TV!

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Must Know Vax Facts w CT DPH Commish

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 00:35:48 GMT

CT Dept. of Public Health Commissioner, Manisha Juthani, MD, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how CT residents can get the covid-19 vaccine, if the vaccine is insured, and what laws govern what your insurance will cover? Plus, why there is currently no process for the MMR vaccine to be separated in spite of the White House's recommendation.

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LISA ON THE LAW 10/6/25 Protecting Assets, Cemetery Plots,

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 02:17:58 GMT

Lisa Wexler covers questions about unintended issues between family members as a result of protecting assets, titling a cemetery plot

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Stamford Mayoral Candidate, Michael Loughran!

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 17:53:26 GMT

Michael Loughran joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his write-in candidacy for Stamford Mayor.

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Jane Goodall's Connecticut Legacy

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 17:51:55 GMT

Jane Goodall Center Chair, Dr. Hannah Reynolds, a professor at Western Connecticut State University, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about honoring the remarkable Jane Goodall.

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Easy Ways To Help Birds During Migration

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 17:07:48 GMT

Tom Andersen, Dir of Communications, CT Audubon Society joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how our CT birds are doing and how we can make things easier for birds during migration season in our own backyards.

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Why The Gaza War Isn't Genocide

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 16:51:11 GMT

Author, law professor, legal and Middle East analyst, and Distinguished University Professor at Touro University, Thane Rosenbaum joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his recently released book: Beyond Proportionality: Israel’s Just War in Gaza.

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Barbara Smyth Is Running For Norwalk Mayor

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 21:13:31 GMT

Democrat endorsed Norwalk mayoral candidate, Barbara Smyth, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why she is running.

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How The Government Shutdown Affects CT

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 21:02:46 GMT

Senator Richard Blumenthal joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why the government shut down, what actions the White House will take, and what the consequences are for CT.

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Who Is In 'Generation Dropout?'

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 17:57:01 GMT

The Free Press reporter, Sean Fischer, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his investigative report on 'Generation Dropout,' who these college dropouts are and why they view themselves to be above continuing at elite colleges.

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Brandeis President,Arthur Levine- What's The ROI For A College Degree Today?

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 17:47:31 GMT

President of Brandeis University, Arthur Levine, a nationally respected higher education leader, researcher, and author joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how higher education must change to be more closely tied to workplace needs and student career goals. Plus his thoughts about anti-semitism on college campuses and student drug and alcohol abuse.

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Government Shutdown Showdown

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 17:45:00 GMT

Representative Jim Himes joins Lisa Wexler to talk about an inevitable federal government shutdown 9/30/25 at midnight.

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LISA ON THE LAW 9/29/25 Contesting Wills, Changing Executors

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 20:07:15 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers caller questions about who can contest a will? What happens when a will is contested in probate court? Can you cross out anything in a will or do you always need a new one?

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Frederick Douglass', Abraham Lincoln & The Civil War

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 19:57:15 GMT

Acclaimed authors, Professors Lucas Morel and Jonathan W. White, join Lisa Wexler to talk about their groundbreaking book, Measuring the Man: The Writings of Frederick Douglass on Abraham Lincoln, which includes newly discovered documents, that brings together for the first time, every substantive comment Frederick Douglass made about Abraham Lincoln.

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How Do Women & Men See Finances Differently?

Sat, 27 Sep 2025 02:37:58 GMT

Social entrepreneur and former financial advisor, Carolina Fernandez, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her new book, WHAT COLOR IS YOUR PURSE, a combination of creativity and financial acumen, for women particularly, that could turn the financial services industry paradigm on its head.

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Dan Lent Is Running For Easton 1st Selectman

Sat, 27 Sep 2025 02:35:57 GMT

Attorney Daniel P. Lent, who served on Easton's Conservation Commission (Wetlands Agency), the Ethics Ordinance Drafting Committee, the Helen Keller Middle School Climate Committee, and as Head Lacrosse coach for eight years for the RELAX (Redding Eaton Lacrosse) K-7 teams, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his candidacy for Easton First Selectman.

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Doogie Lish Sandtiger Is CT's 'Croc King!'

Sat, 27 Sep 2025 02:35:21 GMT

Doogie Lish Sandtiger joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how he set the Guinness World Record for the largest collection of Crocs shoes in the world.

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Mayor Roberto Alves' Surprise Cancer Diagnosis

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 20:21:50 GMT

Danbury Mayor Roberto Alves joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his surprise Large B-Cell Lymphoma cancer; how he found it, how it's being treated and how it affects his personal and public life.

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The Dallas ICE Facility Shooting Latest

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 20:20:49 GMT

CBS reporter, Scott MacFarlane joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the shooting at a Texas ICE facility. What do we know about the shooter and the victims?

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CT Theatre Recos With Lauren Yarger

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 23:35:52 GMT

Producer, playwright and theater reviewer, Lauren Yarger, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the must-see theatre on Broadway, Off-Broadway and right here in CT!

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World-renowned Robotics Expert, James Bellingham!

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 23:15:46 GMT

World-renowned robotics expert, James Bellingham, PhD, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how much we know and don't know about the world's largest climate.

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Why Firing Jimmy Kimmel Violated Our First Amendment

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 13:27:23 GMT

Lisa Wexler draws a straight line from FCC Chief Brendan Carr's public podcast comments to Jimmy Kimmel's suspension from the airwaves. Why should you care? Because our First Amendment right to speak is the essence of being an American.

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Peter Greenberg, 'The Travel Detective' in Westport!

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 12:51:45 GMT

CBS News Travel Editor and Best-Selling Author of ‘The Travel Detective’, Peter Greenberg, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his extensive world travels. He will be at The Westport Library for An Evening with Peter Greenberg, (Presented by the Y's Men Travel Group) Thu, September 25 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm.

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Christie & Wistreich for Westport Selectmen

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 19:32:14 GMT

Democrats for Selectmen, Kevin Christie and Amy Wistreich, join Lisa Wexler to talk about why they are running for Westport First & Second Selectmen.

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Robert Redford's Close Ties To CT

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:57:50 GMT

The Westport Playhouse Artistic Director, Mark Shanahan, joins Lisa Wexler to remember Robert Redford's life and time living in CT, especially time spent celebrating The Playhouse with Paul Newman.

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MUST LISTEN! Cutting Edge Healthcare With Robin Farmenfarmaian

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:49:25 GMT

Entrepreneur Robin Farmanfarmaian, an incredible wealth of health technology knowledge, joins Lisa Wexler for Mozaic Senior Life's series Aging Gracefully, to talk about cutting edge tools your doctors must know about, including sensor socks, at home sleep apnea devices, vocal biomarking detectors, and macro and micro movement radars.

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LISA ON THE LAW 9/15/25 Medicaid Trusts and How (Not) To Change Your Will

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 01:46:23 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers questions about how to change an executor in a will if everyone is amenable to the change? What is the benefit of co-executors vs. single executor? Do you need to change a will if a beneficiary dies before the will is executed? What is CT's probate process? Do assets need to go through probate? If There are no trusts, does that prolong probate? What are Medicaid trusts?

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Stamford Mayoral WRITE-IN Candidate, Fritz Chery

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 21:47:32 GMT

Fritz G. Chery, a write-in candidate for Stamford Mayor. joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why he is running and his goals for the city he was born and raised in.

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Greenwich student Cooper Taylor wins awards for Drone Design & More

Sat, 13 Sep 2025 00:44:33 GMT

17 year old, Cooper Taylor, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why he is the recipient of the 2025 Congressional award. The United States Congress established The Congressional Award in 1979 to recognize initiative, service, and achievement in young people.

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Lisa's Take on Charlie Kirk's Assassination, the Day After

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 01:38:54 GMT

Lisa Wexler covers the shocking murder of conservative influencer, Charlie Kirk, at a Utah Valley University event attended by over 3000 people.

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Oct 7th Hostage Mom Comes to Trumbull- A Rabbi's Viewpoint

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 01:01:06 GMT

Rabbi Shlame Landa, Chabad of Fairfield, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about their upcoming event with Shelly Shem Tov, mother of former hostage, Omer Shem Tov that will fill you with hope for the future. Sunday, 9/14 at 5:30pm at the River Valley Community, 101 Oakview Drive, Trumbull.

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Women's Health Matters- Midlife Sexuality and Menopause

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 00:28:27 GMT

Nationally recognized clinician specializing in women’s health, sexual medicine, and menopause care, Olivia Eisner, APRN, CNM, IBCLC, RD, MPH, MSCP, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why a whole generation of doctors were not trained in menopause, progress now, and the need for individualized treatment.

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THE DR. IS IN! with Sports Injury Specialist, Dr. Brandon Erickson

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 00:03:05 GMT

Brandon Erickson, MD, Chief of Orthopedics at Northwell's Phelps Hospital and Director of Orthopedics for Northwell in Westchester County, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss why there are so many youth sports injuries at younger and younger ages? How best to prevent injury. And effective, nonsurgical therapies.

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Don O'Day & Andrea Moore: Westport Republican Candidates

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 23:59:14 GMT

Don O’Day, Westport Town Republicans’ 1st Selectman endorsed candidate, and current 2nd Selectwoman, Andrea Moore, join Lisa Wexler to talk about their campaign for the November, 2025 election.

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CT Is One Of The Most Forested States!

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 22:34:31 GMT

Beth Merow, CT Forest & Park Assoc. Education Director, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about what the definition of 'forest' actually is, how to make your private home forest as healthy as it can be, and how to sign up for The CT Forest & Park Association's Master Woodland Manager program to be the best steward of your own forested property.

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Stamford Cove Assn Objects to "No Single Family Zoning" in new Master Plan

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 22:28:56 GMT

Lyle Fishell, President, Cove Neighborhood Association, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why many Stamford residents are calling for changes to the 2035 Comprehensive Plan that would rezone single family housing.

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CBS Legal Analyst Thane Rosenbaum on Being a Law Professor & a Jew in NY

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 01:03:03 GMT

CBS Legal analyst Thane Rosenbaum joins Lisa Wexler to talk about Bari Weiss potentially joining CBS and why he is no longer a law professor at New York University.

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CT Siting Council’s "Suspicious" Reversal On UI’s Fairfield & Bridgeport Monopole Plan

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 21:42:29 GMT

State Senator Tony Hwang joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the Connecticut Siting Council’s stunning reversal on the Fairfield and Bridgeport UI monopoles plan straw vote that disregards the previous understanding for greater due process for CT's residents.

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Visit CT's Free Lions Low Vision Centers of Fairfield & New Haven Counties

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 20:36:20 GMT

New Haven Lions Club Chair, Jamene Farrell, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about Lions Club sponsored Low Vision Centers of Fairfield and New Haven Counties, offering free services for CT residents who need help with low vision issues.

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1100 Miles Through 169 CT Towns In 34 days!

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 01:52:04 GMT

Shan Riggs joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his latest run through all of CT's 169 towns in 34 days to raise awareness and money for the CT chapter of Medals4Mettle.

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How We Depend On Russia for New Nuclear Energy Plants

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 01:50:48 GMT

Journalist, Sean Fischer, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his deep dive into why America abandoned our nuclear industry, and how and why nuclear is returning the the U.S. now?

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Tuesday's With Morrie Kicks Off Westport Country Playhouse's 2025-26 Season!

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 03:07:22 GMT

Westport Country Playhouse Executive Director, Mark Shanahan, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the Playhouse's 2025-2026 season, including the kick-off run of Mitch Albom’s Tuesdays With Morrie starring Tony Award Winner Len Cariou and Christopher J. Domig in from Sept. 4 - 6.

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Meet David Rosenwaks, Westport’s First-Ever Independent Party Endorsed 1st Selectman Candidate

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 02:21:13 GMT

Independent Party Endorsed Candidate, David Rosenwaks, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why he's Westport's best choice for First Selectman over the other candidates.

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Sen. Tony Hwang Petitions For Fairfield's First-Ever First Selectman Special Election

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 04:00:00 GMT

State Senator, Tony Hwang, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why he decided to make a run for Fairfield's First Selectman after the tragic, untimely death of First Selectman Bill Gerber.

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Will President Zelenskyy Get The Same Warm Trump Welcome As Putin Did?

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 21:24:47 GMT

CBS journalist, Jeff McCausland, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss talks between Putin, Trump and Zelenskyy.

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Chris Lancia Challenges Rosa DeLauro For Congress

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 21:23:32 GMT

Christopher Lancia joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why he is running against Rosa DeLauro for CT's 3rd district congressional seat.

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LISA ON THE LAW 8/18/25 Fiduciary Responsibility After Closed Estate, Liens Against A Beneficiary, Overturning Will Designations

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 21:22:06 GMT

Lisa Wexler takes caller questions about what fiduciary responsibilities are after an estate closes? How to secure benefits for special needs beneficiaries with a special needs trust? How to overturn will designations? How to talk to someone about their will and not sound greedy?

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IS DC Crime An Emergency Warranting Trump's Federalization of the PD?

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 23:04:34 GMT

CBS reporter, and DC resident, Scott MacFarlane, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about what actually is going on in Washington DC and if Donald Trump's heavy-handed take-over of the DC Police Department is warranted.

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UPDATE: CT's Fairfield Little League Team At The World Series

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 23:02:41 GMT

From Williamsport, PA, CBS ReporterTom Speicher joins Lisa Wexler to talk about Fairfield's next game against Hawaii Friday!

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Mayor Rilling's Response To ICE Agents In Norwalk

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 23:01:23 GMT

Mayor Harry Rilling joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the community concern about seeing uninvited ICE agents at the Norwalk Police Station, and balancing federal and local laws.

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Kristin Okesson Appointed The Center for Family Justice Board of Directors Chair

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 23:06:56 GMT

Kristin Okesson, SVP of Connecticut operations for Connoisseur Media, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her new role as Board of Directors Chair at The Center for Family Justice and the resources available for victims of domestic abuse.

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Women's Health Matters!

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 23:06:28 GMT

Miri Levi, DNP, MBA, CNM, FNP, IBCLC, VP, Women’s and Children’s Health Service Lines, Nuvance Health System, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the importance of a dedicated medical team to women's health. She answers audience questions including how midwives differ from other practitioners, and do they lower the risk of complications during pregnancy and delivery?

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Sen. Ryan Fazio Announces Campaign For CT Governor

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:55:44 GMT

State Senator, Ryan Fazio, joins Lisa Wexler right after announcing his run for Governor of CT with the goal of restoring a political balance that benefits all CT residents.

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Dr. Allison Ostroff Geriatrician Takes Your Questions

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 22:36:33 GMT

Dr. Allison Ostroff joins Lisa Wexler to talk about specializing in geriatric medicine, including medication management, memory issues, and the importance of quality of life.

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CT's Next Generation of Innovators Win at Nationals!

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 22:30:15 GMT

Student inventors, Ian and Evelyn Klimowicz, and their mom, Elizabeth Long, join Lisa Wexler to talk about how they thought of and developed their winning inventions.

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What Is The Secret For Better Self-Control?

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 00:57:39 GMT

Professor of Psychology and Director of the Decision Sciences Collaborative at The Ohio State University, Kentaro Fujita, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about what self-control is and why willpower is not the answer.

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Is Trump's Plan To Help The Mentally Ill Good?

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 00:56:26 GMT

Psychiatrist, Dr. Christine Leah Shapter, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how President Trump's plan to help the mentally ill is different from the status quo and if it can be effective.

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LISA ON THE LAW 8/11/25 Lost Wills, Dying Intestate, Challenging Conservatorship Decisions, Final Financial Reports

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 20:03:27 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers audience questions: where can I find my will if I lost it? What is dying intestate? Where do court fees come from? How to counter a conservator's decisions about selling a house? What is 'money follows the person'? Who are final financial accounting handled?

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NYT Bestselling CT Author, Martha Hall Kelly's Latest!

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 19:52:04 GMT

Martha Hall Kelly joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her latest novel, The Martha’s Vineyard Beach and Book Club, surprises during research for the book, and living in CT.

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Easton's Incredible Working Farms!

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 20:35:51 GMT

Citizens for Easton Board Member, Douglas Williams, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about all the amazing working farms involved with Easton's 2025 Farm Tour, some only open this one day of the year!

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THE DR. IS IN! with Northwell Pediatrician, Dr. Jeffrey Karasik

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 20:34:54 GMT

Dr. Jeffrey Karasik, a pediatrician with Northwell Health Physician Partners, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his advice to parents heading into the school year about vaccines, illnesses, and mental health.

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ICE Raids & "Pain Point" Surveillance Pricing

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 20:33:28 GMT

Senator Richard Blumenthal joins Lisa Wexler to discuss his visit to a MA prison to try to find out why a CT man here legally was detained by ICE and how airlines are trying to squeeze every penny out of you with surveillance pricing.

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Ambassador Francis Rooney Discusses His Close Friend, Pope Leo XIV

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 22:24:20 GMT

Francis Rooney, United States Ambassador to the Holy See, appointed by President George W. Bush, and author of The Global Vatican, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his close friend, and America’s first Pope, Leo XIV.

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Adger Cowans' Remarkable Career

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 23:31:24 GMT

World renowned photographer/visual artist, Adger Cowans, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his incredible career (still going strong at age 89) including his time at Life Magazine with Gordon Parks, and his latest CT exhibit at the Fairfield Museum and History Center opening Thursday, 8/7/25.

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LISA ON THE LAW 8/4/25 Medicaid Planning, Custodial Accounts, No Will Executor, Liens On Loans

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 20:06:57 GMT

Lisa Wexler takes audience calls and answers questions about medicaid planning and how to plan around the five year lookback and the exclusions, responsibilities for custodial accounts and what happens when the executor of a will dies and the will has not been redone to name another, what happens if a will is stuck in a safety deposit box, and if you loan an elder money for their home, should you put a lien on the house to ensure a claim against the estate?

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THE UNDISCOVERED COUNTRY, Triumph, Tragedy, and the Shaping of the American West

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 19:46:17 GMT

Award-winning author, documentary writer, film consultant, television personality, and Professor of History Emeritus at the University of New Mexico, Paul Andrew Hutton joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his new book: THE UNDISCOVERED COUNTRY, Triumph, Tragedy, and the Shaping of the American West.

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Is President Trump's Accusation of Rigging Jobs Numbers Credible?

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 19:43:24 GMT

Executive Director and Co-Founder of the Budget Lab at Yale, Martha Gimbel, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the job statistics reporting process, what indicates positive and negative turns in the economy, why it would be incredibly difficult to rig any data from the labor department, and why the firing of Commissioner of Labor Statistics is unprecedented.

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What To Ask Your Anesthesiologist

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 20:17:59 GMT

Dr. Wanda Popescu, Yale School of Medicine, Professor of Anesthesiology, Dir., Thoracic and Vascular Anesthesia Division, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about what anesthesiologist do, what you need to know about pre and post operative procedures, and the right questions to ask.

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Did DOGE Waste $21.7 Billion in Just 6 Months?

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 20:13:42 GMT

Senator Richard Blumenthal joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his findings on DOGE's spending and firing that cost billions with no accountability.

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How The "Big Beautiful Bill" Affects You

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 19:02:51 GMT

Comptroller Sean Scanlon joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his report on the specific and general impacts of the Big Beautiful Bill, giving basic facts so everyone can understand them and how they affect you.

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Nicole Burch's "Mama Drama"

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 18:59:45 GMT

Acclaimed comedian, writer, and viral sensation Nicole Burch joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her "Mama Drama" tour ahead of her CT tour date at the NY Comedy Club in Stamford, CT, 7/31 at 7pm.

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Keeping Bill Gerber's Memory Alive

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 01:35:57 GMT

Jessica Gerber, First Selectman Bill Gerber's wife, joins LIsa Wexler to talk about her husband's untimely death from cancer, and his enduring legacy.

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Parents Estranged from Adult Children

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 00:54:36 GMT

Arthur Gottlieb, LCSW, CSA joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why a high percentage of adult children are estranged from their parents.

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Preserving CT's Farmland & Open Spaces!

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 23:23:56 GMT

Aspetuck Land Trust Executive Director, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about their successes and goals in protecting CT's farmland and open spaces, including Remington Woods in Bridgeport. and connecting us to the natural world.

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CBS's Michael Wallace Updates On NYC Park Avenue Shooting

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 23:23:32 GMT

CBS Radio Anchor, Michael Wallace, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the latest information on the mass shooting at 345 Park Avenue in New York City.

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LISA ON THE LAW 7/28/25 Finding An Executor, Will Changes, Adverse Possession

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 00:27:28 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers audience questions about how to find an executor for your will? Who is best to name as executor? What to do if you only need to change a part of a will? What is the law of adverse possession in CT? Why being named in a will may mean you won't receive anything if there is a trust? Why make a motion to open an estate?

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Aging Gracefully with Estate Planning Attorney Denise Mortati

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 00:27:02 GMT

Attorney Denise Mortati joins Lisa Wexler for Mozaic Senior Life's series AGING GRACEFULLY to talk about estate planning, living wills, and how to minimize time in probate. Plus they answer audience questions like what is a "duty to support" law in CT?

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Manresa Island Update From Exec. Dir. Jessica Vonashek

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 02:59:32 GMT

Jess Vonashek, the Executive Director of the Manresa Island Corp., joins Lisa Wexler to talk about progress on the revitalization of Manresa Island for recreational use. https://www.manresawilds.org/

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James McGrath's Family Lawyer On Upcoming Civil Lawsuits

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 02:57:01 GMT

Attorney Michael J. Rosnick, of Miller, Rosnick, D'Amico, August & Butler, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about representing the McGrath family in their civil lawsuits for the stabbing death of Jimmy McGrath.

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From B'way To Hollywood At The Westport Country Playhouse

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 02:26:24 GMT

The Westport Country Playhouse Artistic Director, Mark Shanahan, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about their show “From Broadway to Hollywood,” a concert celebrating iconic stage and screen scores, July 24-26.

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Is Art Essential To Your Well-Being?

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 00:41:23 GMT

MacKenzie Trupp, doctoral candidate at the University of Vienna, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her research in how viewing art can help mental health outcomes.

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Why Is There So Much Recent Supreme Court Criticism?

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 14:29:36 GMT

CBS legal analyst Thane Rosenbaum joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the Supreme Court shadow docket that provides some guidance that allows it to continue to move forward.

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LISA ON THE LAW 7/21/25 Challenging Probate Cases, Recording Offices. And Privacy Interests

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 01:37:51 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers questions about never receiving an inheritance from a parent, and protracted litigation that can deplete the estate, what a recorder's office is and where to find it in your town. And open information vs. privacy interests and the balance of judicial interests.

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Deep Dive Into CT's Diquat Controversy

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 20:24:21 GMT

CT Examiner journalist, Francisco Uranga, and CT Examiner Editor-in-Chief, Greg Stroud, join Lisa Wexler to talk about why the EU banned diquat, why the U.S. has not, and CT's approval of over 900 diquat permits since 2022.

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BEHIND THE WHEEL: How’s Mom? (13 min)

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 13:21:57 GMT

Behind The Wheel, I share my personal life and insights . In this episode, I talk about what Mommy and Abby have in common. 13 min.

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A New Drug Could Revolutionize Treating Mental Health

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 20:24:28 GMT

Chemical neuroscientist David Olson, PhD, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about developing a new drug that could offer lasting healing for mental health disorders without unwanted side-effects and the need for considerable resources that prevent many from getting treatments offered today..

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White House Latest With CBS's Linda Kenyon

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 13:29:41 GMT

CBS White House correspondent, Linda Kenyon, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the latest on "The Epstein Files."

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Suzanne Miller Hot Off Her Eric Adams Interview

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 13:28:16 GMT

Suzanne Miller, host of The Miller Report, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the New York City mayoral campaign after talking to the candidates.

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Peter Lemongello Tributes Dear Friend Connie Francis

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 13:25:01 GMT

Singer Peter Lemongello joins Lisa Wexler to pay tribute to his dear friend, Connie Francis, with incredible personal stories. Connie Francis passed away at age 87.

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Award-winning Filmmaker, Brendan Hall On His Latest Documentary

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 13:23:13 GMT

Documentary filmmaker, Brendan Hall, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about what happened to his dearMoon lunar trip, the Grand Canyon fire, and his latest film: Out There: A National Parks Story, ahead of the free screening at The Westport Public Library, 7/21 at 7pm.

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Rosanne Cash Performing In Westport!

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 16:14:03 GMT

Rosanne Cash, singer and songwriter best known for hits litke "Seven Year Ache" and "I Don't Know Why You Don't Want Me," joins Lisa Wexler to talk about growing up with a famous musician father, Johnny Cash, her illustrious career, and her 7/16 show at The Westport Country Playhouse. 8pm!

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Author Wally Lamb's THE RIVER IS WAITING

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 20:37:30 GMT

Wally Lamb, author of six New York Times bestselling novels, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his latest novel THE RIVER IS WAITING.

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CCM On Affordable Housing Legislation

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 20:32:56 GMT

Joseph DeLong Executive Director & CEO of CCM, CT's largest, nonpartisan organization of municipal leaders, representing towns and cities of all sizes from all corners of the state, with 168 member municipalities, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why CCM felt several pieces of the affordable housing bill Governor Lamont vetoed needed work to get to better legislation.

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LISA ON THE LAW: Agents Pursuant To A POA, Professional Conservators, Reverse Mortgages Complicatoins

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 19:11:58 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers questions on what agents pursuant to a power of attorney vs. executors are, finding an agent pursuant to a power of attorney. What elder law attorneys do, and complications with reverse mortgages when seniors sign away equity to private equity firms.

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Breatkthrough Cell Therapy Stops Cancer By Stealing Its Nutrients

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 19:00:18 GMT

Nadav Ahituv, PhD, Professor, Department of Bioengineering and Therapeutic Sciences, and Director, Institute for Human Genetics UCSF, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how he is genetically engineering our fat cells to make them cancer killers.

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Was Raul Valle Overcharged?

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 18:54:59 GMT

Criminal defense attorney Frank Bevilacqua joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why he feels the charges against Raul Valle led to not guilty and deadlocked verdicts.

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Mike Cerulli's Thoughts On Josh Elliott Entering The Governor's Race

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 18:54:24 GMT

News8 and Capitol Report's Mike Cerulli joins Lisa Wexler to talk about if CT is poised to elect more progressive democrats challenging more moderate incumbents.

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BEHIND THE WHEEL: Endless Summer ( 10 min )

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 12:52:13 GMT

Behind the Wheel, I reveal my innermost thoughts in my personal life. Last night, I got a bit ferklempt in the midst of a picture-perfect evening here at the Cape. Warning: High Wind Alert , my apologies . 10 min. Podcast only .

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THE DR. IS IN! with Northwell Health's Dr. Cathryn Devons

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 18:56:06 GMT

Renowned geriatrician, Dr. Cathryn Devons, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about normal vs. abnormal aging, what a geriatrician does, and when to see one.

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Butch Patrick (aka Eddie Munster) Is In CT

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 18:47:41 GMT

Actor Butch Patrick, most well known for his child-star role as Eddie on The Munsters, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his entertainment career and firsthand paranormal experience that brought him to CT, July 12th - 13th as the Legacy Celebrity Special Guest of Honor at ParaConn, CT’s Paranormal Convention, at Crosby High School, Waterbury CT.

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You Are A Victim of "Sludge"

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 21:59:57 GMT

Chris Colin, writer, editor, and podcaster, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his Atlantic article: THAT DROPPED CALL WITH CUSTOMER SERVICE? IT WAS ON PURPOSE. Endless wait times and excessive procedural fuss—it’s all part of a tactic called “sludge.”

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Moderate Dems Are Behind Gov. Lamont

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 19:50:02 GMT

State Representative, Savet Constantine, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss why the moderate democratic caucus wrote an email in support of Governor Ned Lamont.

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CBS's Linda Kenyon Explains The Big Beautiful Bill

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 19:44:51 GMT

Anchor and Reporter for CBS Radio, Linda Kenyon, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the latest on the "Big Beautiful Bill" and Alligator Alcatraz.

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LISA ON THE LAW 6/30/25 Whole Life vs. Term Insurance Policies, Revoking Wills, & TOD Accounts

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 03:09:22 GMT

Lisa Wexler takes audience questions about cashing out whole life insurance policies and how to revoke previous wills, and do you need a will if you create a non-probatable estate? And what is a TOD and how does it work?

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Supreme Court Birthright Decision

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 03:07:39 GMT

CBS White House reporter, Thane Rosenbaum, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the Supreme Court's universal injunction ruling on Birthright citizenship.

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Candace Bushnell tells "True Tales of Sex, Success and Sex and the City”

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 02:02:53 GMT

Candace Bushnell, best-selling novelist, TV producer, and, most recently, star of her own one-woman show, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her critically acclaimed "True Tales of Sex, Success and Sex and the City."

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BEHIND THE WHEEL: People who need people (13 min)

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 13:39:48 GMT

Behind The Wheel, Lisa reveals her innermost thoughts . Today she reflects on the Supreme Court & birthright , and the pang of missing people she loves . 13 min. Podcast only ,

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Let Innovation Happen In CT With AI

Sat, 28 Jun 2025 13:49:32 GMT

Dan O'Keefe, Commissioner, Department of Economic and Community Development, Chief Innovation Officer, State of CT joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how AI can elevate CT economically by allowing AI initiatives to thrive and create innovation. How will CT's workforce evolve?

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What Northwell's Nuvance Acquisition Means For You

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 19:24:29 GMT

David Seligman, Northwell SVP & Deputy Market President, Western Region, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about Northwell Health's acquisition of Nuvance and what that expansion means for elevating services through CT and New York.

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PURA Chair Marissa Gillett

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 10:40:24 GMT

PURA Chair Marissa Gillett jons Lisa Wexler to talk about the ongoing text message controversy and upcoming rate cases.

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Sen. Blumenthal's Iran Update & Thoughts on NYC's Dem. Primary

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 19:31:28 GMT

Senator Richard Blumenthal joins Lisa Wexler to discuss how effective the Iran bombing was and how Iran uses negotiating as a stalling tactic.

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Rich Smith Is Running For Milford Mayor

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 19:30:07 GMT

Rich Smith, former Milford Mayor, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his accomplishments upon succeeding Mayor Ben Blake, who left to be a judge, and why he realized being mayor was exactly what he was meant to do.

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Vaping Doesn't Help You To Quit Smoking

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 21:25:43 GMT

Professor John Pierce joins LIsa Wexler to talk about his study showing that vaping and e-cigarrettes do the opposite of what they promoted - using them does not help people quit smoking. In fact using these products makes it harder to quit smoking.

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Rep. Himes' Latest On Iran

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 21:23:31 GMT

Congressman Jim Himes joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the precarious nature of the middle east and his thoughts on the possibility that Iran can still achieve near future nuclear weapons.

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Follow Passions, Not Fairy Tales

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 21:21:15 GMT

Author Deb Miller joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her memoir FORGET THE FAIRY TALE AND FIND YOUR HAPPINESS, a book that encourages women to follow passions and live their lives in order to find happiness, instead of chasing a fantasy.

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LISA ON THE LAW 6/23/25 Holding On To Legal Documents, Notaries, & Full Faith & Credit Laws

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 02:36:05 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers listener questions about how long to hold onto legal documents and when and why you need a notary in CT, and what are the full faith and credit laws?

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Iran War Update With CBS Reporter, Robert Berger In Jerusalem

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 00:16:32 GMT

CBS correspondent, Robert Berger, joins Lisa Wexler from Jerusalem to talk about the US strikes in Iran.

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Cary Hoffman, New York’s premiere Sinatra Interpreter In "My Sinatra"

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 00:15:25 GMT

Cary Hoffman, renowned for his show "My Sinatra," joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his deep appreciation and obsession with Frank Sinatra and how he developed his incredible Sinatra impersonation. "My Sinatra" is at The Westport Country Playhouse, June 27, 2025 at 8pm.

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Astonishing Stats How Apple Elevated China & Left The US Cold

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 00:12:29 GMT

Author/journalist, Patrick McGee, joins LIsa Wexler to talk about his in-depth investigative reporting resulting in his new book: Apple in China: The Capture of the World's Greatest Company, an eye-opening depiction of how Apple created its own monster.

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Will Remington Woods Become A Solar Farm?

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 21:02:29 GMT

Bridgeport City Council Member, Maria Pereira, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about a solar farm proposed on 46 acres of Remington Woods that would open the door for further development on the Bridgeport side. For more information attend the community meeting at Beardsley Library, Saturday morning @ 10:00 AM.

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Lt. Gov Bysiewicz On Legislative Session Wrap-Up

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 21:01:18 GMT

Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz joins Lisa Wexler to talk about CT's post legislative session and her thoughts on the budget and HB 5002.

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Stratford Mayor, Laura Hoydick, Is Running Again!

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 21:08:07 GMT

Mayor Laura Hoydick joins Lisa Wexler to talk about growing up in Stratford, her political career accomplishments and future goals, her role as CCM President and CCM's request for Governor Lamont to veto HB 5002, and why she is running for Stratfor Mayor again.

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Mozaic's Senior Living Options, What's Right For Your Family?

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 21:02:26 GMT

Mozaic Senior Life President and CEO, Andrew Banoff, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how Mozaic's model transformed senior living in CT, and how Mozaic's vast resources will help you assess your family's personalized care needs. Visit: mozaicsl.org

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Turn Off The Lights, CT! It's The Law

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 21:11:48 GMT

Long time light pollution advocate, Leo Smith, joins Lisa Wexler to explain why he brought a law suit against the Connecticut Supreme Court Justice Raheem L. Mullins for failure by the Judicial Branch to comply with state laws and regulations that require outdoor lighting to be shielded to reduce light pollution.

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Humans Still Outthink AI, With Reason

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 21:10:59 GMT

Professor Melanie Mitchell joins Lisa Wexler to talk about what AI systems are trained on, what AI agents do for humans, energy costs for AI, the understanding we use AI systems in all parts of life now, and what jobs will still be relevant in the near future?

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News 12's Frank Recchia On CT's No Kings Protests

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 01:58:33 GMT

News 12 reporter, Frank Recchia, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his first-hand coverage of the No Kings protests across CT.

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Sean Scanlon Says CT Has Moved Passed Our Fiscal Crisis

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 21:24:13 GMT

Comptroller Sean Scanlon joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how national politics affects CT's business as usual and his thoughts on why it was okay for CT to break fiscal guardrails.

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THE DR. IS IN! Northwell's Dr. Rosenberg, Plastic Surgeon

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 21:23:48 GMT

Thinking about plastic surgery? Northwell Health/Nuvance plastic surgeon, Michael Howard Rosenberg, MD, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about today's most popular face lifts, insurance coverage, the latest on breast implants and breast reductions, and what to look for when finding a surgeon.

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Ryan Fazio's Advice To Gov. Lamont On HB5002

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 22:30:39 GMT

State Senator, Ryan Fazio, representing the 36th, joins LIsa Wexler to talk about advising Governor Lamont to veto housing bill HB 5002.

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Milford Mayor Tony Giannattasio Running For 2nd Term

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 22:27:58 GMT

Milford Mayor Tony Giannattasio joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his first term achievements and why he's running for a second term.

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Retired Colonel Adele Hodges on It's Not Just Black & White

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 22:27:09 GMT

Retired Colonel Adele Hodges, from Bridgeport CT, joins Lisa Wexler and Wayne Winston to talk about the challenges of being a black, female Marine and her thoughts on Marines being called in to the LA protests.

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The Youngest Woman to Complete the 7 Summits, Emma Schwerin

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 21:13:55 GMT

Emma Schwerin, the youngest woman to complete all seven summits joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how and why she achieved this record-breaking feat. Read the transcript HERE.

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Bestselling Author, Liv Constantine's Latest Thriller!

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 21:13:24 GMT

Lynne Constantine (aka: Liv Constantine) joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her latest book: DON'T OPEN YOUR EYES, and book launch tour through CT this summer.

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Latest On LA Protests Against Trump

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 23:16:01 GMT

CBS reporter, Olivia Rinaldi, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the protests and violence erupting in LA county over ICE arrests.

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LISA ON THE LAW 6/9/25

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 23:15:45 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers questions about if wills are specific to states and if you move you must do another will? What are the responsibilities of the fiduciary appointed by the court? What is listed on the inventory? Do you need a will if you are gifting a property to a charity?

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SCHOOLHOUSE ACADEMY - Fairfield County's New, Affordable Private School For Individualized Learning

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 23:14:49 GMT

Carlo Schiattarella, Executive Director & Co-Founder, Schoolhouse Academy, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how the kids at Schoolhouse gain 2 years of curriculum in 1 year with their personalized learning environment where students learn and socialize organically. Next Open House: Saturday 6/14. schoolhouseacademy.net

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Westport Will Level Long Lots 4-Acres

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 20:29:57 GMT

Louis Weinberg, Chairman, Westport Community Garden, joins Lisa Wexler to explain how Westport's 8-24 report will destroy the community gardens, the nature preserve and mature trees.

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There Are No Bad Dogs

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 19:53:08 GMT

Justin Michaels, Dog Trainer and Rehab Expert, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about rehabilitating even the most difficult dogs and their humans and launching his new rehab center K9Rehab.

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How Will CRISPR Be Used In The Future?

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 19:52:38 GMT

Dr. Neal Baer, award-winning showrunner, TV writer/producer, physician, author, and editor of The Promise and Peril of CRISPR (Johns Hopkins University Press), joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the enormity of CRISPR.

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Minnie Gonzalez Explains Why She's Still Speaking Out Against Monster Housing Bill 5002

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 01:09:50 GMT

State Representative Minnie Gonzalez joins Lisa Wexler to discuss why the housing bill awaiting Governor Lamont's signature only helps developers and isn't about poor people, in spite of how it was sold.

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Israel's "Forever War" In The Time of Trump

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 01:05:23 GMT

Jonathan Tobin, Editor-in-Chief of Jewish News Syndicate (JNS.org) joins Lisa Wexler to discuss rising anti-semitism that fuels Hamas and Palestinians' intransigence, and Israel/American relations amidst Israel's "forever war."

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Celebrating Pride Month!

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 23:35:26 GMT

President of Darien Pride, Dan Guller, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about Darien Pride's mission to create a safe and supportive environment for the LGBTQ+ community, and where to celebrate Pride month in Fairfield County.

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Does Attractive Affordable Housing Exist In CT?

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 23:34:43 GMT

Wayne Winston and housing developer Steve Eaton, EATON ENTERPRISES LLC join Lisa Wexler to talk about smart, affordable housing development in Bridgeport, in the wake of HB5002 passing into law.

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Backyard Foraging - Learn What's Edible!

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 18:37:43 GMT

Eattheplanet.org creator, and tourguide/teacher, Joe "Forager" Ross, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the vast amount of things in CT you can forage and eat, while avoiding the few very toxic plants.

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Premeditated Boulder Terror Attack

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 18:37:23 GMT

CBS justice reporter, Jake Rosen, joins Lisa Wexler from Washington D.C. to update on the latest details of the horrific attack on a group gathered to support the release of Israeli hostages in Boulder, Co.

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Jim Naughton Performs At FTC June 13th!

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 18:31:41 GMT

Tony Award-winning actor and singer James Naughton joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his upcoming performance at Fairfield Theatre Company, June 13th at 8p!

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LISA ON THE LAW 6/2/2025

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 01:23:57 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers questions about immigration status as a beneficiary, and what is an ancillary jurisdiction? How often should you update wills or power of attorney and other legal documents? What does per stirpes in a will mean? Do you need a lawyer to bequeath something? What to do about fraud on the probate court when there are rightful beneficiaries who were never notified of a death? How will the probate court find missing children from someone who died?

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Renowned CT Chef BBQ Brawls With Bobby Flay on Food Network

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 19:00:15 GMT

Award-winning CT Chef, Tyler Anderson, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about competing on top TV cooking shows, including winning Chopped, and his latest - going on now! BBQ Brawl with Bobby Flay on The Food Network.

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Kindness of Strangers 5-30-25

Sat, 31 May 2025 02:05:46 GMT

On Fridays, we turn to the audience for "The Kindness of Strangers" stories. Some heartwarming tales of neighborly goodness.

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Shellfish Ecotourism in CT!

Sat, 31 May 2025 02:03:57 GMT

Hunter Peterson, Owner, Saugatuck Oyster Company, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about growing up shellfishing and turning that into a local business with ecotours to teach people about harvesting and eating various shellfish species.

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Sen. Chris Murphy

Sat, 31 May 2025 02:00:01 GMT

Senator Chris Murphy joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his annual walk across CT and answer audience questions about where to catch him at a town hall, the border, Israel, Trump policies and more. Interviewed on May 30, 2025

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League of Conservation Voters Supports HR 5002 & Opposes Bear Hunts

Fri, 30 May 2025 01:24:40 GMT

Lori Brown, Executive Director, CT League of Conservation Voters, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why the League opposes bear hunts in CT and why they supported omnibus housing bill HB5002 that circumvents local conservation controls.

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Why Rep. Scott Is Against Omnibus Housing Bill 5002

Fri, 30 May 2025 01:22:16 GMT

State Representative, Tony Scott, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his opposition to the omnibus housing bill that includes circumventing local elected officials, removing public hearings, limiting parking requirements, and taking local control away from zoning committees for commercial to residential developments, to name a few issues Rep. Scott has with the 92 page bill.

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Fairfield's Bill Gerber Speaks Out Against Water Company Takeover

Thu, 29 May 2025 01:23:46 GMT

Fairfield's First Selectman, Bill Gerber, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about RWA’s controversial acquisition of Aquarion Water Company, which is causing concern about rate hikes if the sale is approved. He's asking questions that are still unanswered.

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Save On Your Electric Bill With Energize CT

Thu, 29 May 2025 01:23:08 GMT

CT Public Utilities Regulatory Authority Chair, Marissa Gillett, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the upcoming public schedule for CT's Regional Water Authority's acquisition of Aquarion and why RWA is not regulated by PURA. Also don't forget to log into energizect.com to find the lowest supply rate for your electric costs.

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Gov. Ned Lamont

Thu, 29 May 2025 01:09:49 GMT

Governor Ned Lamont joins Lisa Wexler to talk about budget contensions, CT's omnibus housing bill, Yale's Innovation Fair, how the federal "Big Beautiful Bill" affects CT, if he's running again - and grandkids!

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1 Bill Will Change CT Dramatically Forever

Fri, 23 May 2025 00:25:21 GMT

CT169Strong's founders, Alexis Harrison and Maria Weingarten join Lisa Wexler to talk about CT's omnibus land use bill #5002 which delivers huge wins to developers, disregarding local zoning boards.

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What We Don't Know About Jennifer Dulos

Fri, 23 May 2025 00:15:54 GMT

New York Times bestselling author, Rich Cohen, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his latest book, Murder in the Dollhouse: The Jennifer Dulos Story, 6 years after the mother of 5 disappeared, by one of CT's most gifted writers who identifies personally with Jennifer Dulos.

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Shocking Brazen Murder In D.C.

Fri, 23 May 2025 00:09:09 GMT

Senator Richard Blumenthal joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the sickening murder of a Jewish couple in Washington D.C. as violence continues to rise against Jews in America and around the world.

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MUST LISTEN: What's In Controversial Zoning Bill 5002?

Fri, 23 May 2025 00:08:25 GMT

Westport's Danielle Dobin joins Lisa Wexler to talk about what's in the omnibus bill #5002, including new parking regulations, as-of-right middle-housing conversions with no parking requirements, fast-tracking of office buildings to housing developments, opt-outs that come with significant cuts to state grants for that town, and developer legal fees towns would have to assume when objecting to 8-30G projects, to name a few pay-attention! changes.

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New Kelp Farming Eco Tours

Fri, 23 May 2025 00:02:02 GMT

Suzie Flores, founder of Stonington Kelp Company, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why and how they farm delicious, nutritious sugar kelp right off CT's shore, and how you can be a part of it in one of their new eco farm tours aboard their working boat.

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Honoring Our Vets On Memorial Day With Jeff DeWitt

Wed, 21 May 2025 23:00:00 GMT

Jeffrey DeWitt, a 26-year United States Air Force veteran, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his career, the military today and local Memorial Day events honoring those who died while serving in the U.S. military, during times of war or peace.

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Westport Alliance for Saugatuck's Opposition To The Hamlet That Is Not A Hamlet

Wed, 21 May 2025 20:34:46 GMT

Westport Alliance for Saugatuck's Dara Lamb joins Lisa Wexler to talk about big issues no one is talking about regarding why the controversial Hamlet proposal in Saugatuck needs a lot of revisions before approvals.

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Darlene Young Is Running For Norwalk Mayor!

Wed, 21 May 2025 20:31:27 GMT

Darlene Young joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why she's running for Mayor of Norwalk after decades of serving her community in multiple capacities while working with the all administrations from Esposito to Rlling, and forming her own vision for Norwalk's future.

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Christmas Movie Productions Leave CT!

Tue, 20 May 2025 20:52:19 GMT

Synthetic Cinema International founder, Andrew Gernhard, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why he reluctantly is moving his film productions out of CT.

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StartUp Westport's Shark Tank Pitch Contest

Tue, 20 May 2025 20:46:54 GMT

StartUp Westport's Peter Propp joins Lisa Wexler to talk about their next big program that works with your new big idea. StartUp's Pitch competition is a great opportunity for their outstanding community of entrepreneurs and investors to come together and support the development of new business ideas.

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LISA ON THE LAW 5/19/25 Estates Excluded From Probate

Tue, 20 May 2025 00:17:06 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers audience questions about when estates don't have to go through probate, or only require a simplified process?

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Celebrating 20 Yrs Surviving a Gliobastoma

Fri, 16 May 2025 00:13:01 GMT

Teri Gaberman, Founder and CEO of "Berni & Murcer - Friends for Life" joins Lisa Wexler to celebrate 20 years of health after her son was diagnosed with brain cancer, and how Aaron's friendship with former New York Yankee great, Bobby Murcer, who also had brain cancer inspired the formation of Berni & Murcer. .Bernie & Murcer - Friends for Life is a non-profit charitable organization whose mission is to provide emotional support, comfort, inspiration, and encouragement to children and their families with serious illnesses at all stages of their journeys - from the treatment phase, to recovery, to support during the child's re-integration into the community.

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Catholicism Professor Assesses Pope Leo

Fri, 16 May 2025 00:12:37 GMT

Charles A. Gillespie, Ph.D, Sacred Heart University Assistant Professor of Catholic Studies and Director of Pioneer Journey, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about who Pope Leo is, why he was selected, what the date May, 15 1891 means to the new Pope, and how he could bring people together in this tumultuous time.

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"White With Fear" Documentary Producer

Fri, 16 May 2025 00:10:59 GMT

Emmy award winning filmmaker, Andrew Goldberg, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his latest documentary film: WHITE WITH FEAR, a look at how, from President Nixon to the present, scaring white people is a great way to get billions of dollars in ad revenue.

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Deep Dive Into How Qatar Bought America, Frannie Block Reports

Thu, 15 May 2025 02:16:16 GMT

The Free Press reporter, Frannie Block, joins Lisa Wexler, to talk about her significant investigative report: How Qatar Bought America.

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WESTPORT DOG FEST 2025!

Thu, 15 May 2025 02:14:27 GMT

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Strange Hartford Insurance Cancelation Put Birds In Jeopardy

Tue, 13 May 2025 22:16:56 GMT

Rob Snell, President of Southern Adirondack Audubon Society (SAAS), joins Lisa Wexler to talk about The Hartford Insurance's statement, which accused SAAS of being an environmental protection group, as the reason to drop SAAS. Even if SAAS was an environmental group no one understands the issue, or how it would affect other groups.

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Goodspeed's Michael Price Honored by Tony Awards

Tue, 13 May 2025 22:16:11 GMT

Michael Price, the Founding Director of internationally recognized Goodspeed Musicals, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his 2025 Tony award for Excellence in the Theatre for his outstanding contribution to the Broadway industry. Michael Price is the longest serving Executive Director of an American theatre, Goodspeed Musicals, serving for 47 years commencing in 1968.

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LISA ON THE LAW 5/12/25 CT "Big List" Claims

Mon, 12 May 2025 20:14:51 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers audience questions about how to claim money from CT's "Big List" if the deceased moved out of state? And what is a "pourover" will?

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2025 Ms. CT Senior America Variety Show 5/14 7p, Bijou!

Mon, 12 May 2025 20:05:37 GMT

Debra Eccles, Director of the Ms. Ct. Senior America, & Robin Kencel, Ms. Senior CT 2024 & 2025 join Lisa Wexler to talk about this year's pageant departure for a fundraising variety show at Bridgeport's Bijou Theatre 5/14 at 7p.

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Why The Transfer Act Killed CT's Development

Mon, 12 May 2025 20:05:21 GMT

Senator Joan Hartley joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how the antiquated Transfer Act is going to be transformed to allow sensible pollution remediation and after decades of shutting down possible development. Plus Senator Hartley's thoughts on saving Middlebury's Timex building, and the devastating case of the Waterbury man, now known as "S," who set fire to his room and was subsequently rescued from his tragic life.

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Happy Mother's Day Mommy

Sun, 11 May 2025 03:07:25 GMT

Lisa speaks about what she values most in her own mother, Gloria Kamen. Happy Mother's Day to all the moms, everywhere.

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A New Special Ed Bill Will Affect All Districts

Fri, 09 May 2025 22:45:18 GMT

Minority ranking member of the special education committee, State Representative Tina Courpas, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about a new bill that would overhaul the special ed funding that has alarmed those who need these services.

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Westport Hamlet Is Not A Hamlet

Fri, 09 May 2025 21:04:53 GMT

Doug Weber, Founder and Publisher, WESTPORT JOURNAL, joins LIsa Wexler to discuss how Westport ended up with zoning changes that empowered a developer with dramatic changes to original plans under a threat of enacting an affordable housing concept if things don't go their way.

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Timex's Time Is Up If Resident Heroes Don't Save The Day

Fri, 09 May 2025 21:01:26 GMT

Nick Stuller, board member of Saving Historic Structures and Places in Middlebury, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about efforts to make the Timex building in Middlebury, CT a historic site to prevent a developer from razing it and destroying the 100 acres around the unique building to construct a warehouse distribution center.

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Schoolhouse Academy Brings Affordable, Individualized Learning To Fairfield County

Thu, 08 May 2025 21:56:14 GMT

Co-Founder and Executive Director, Carlos Schiattarella, and student parent, Mariona Riera, join Lisa Wexler to talk about how Schoolhouse Academy's individualized approach to learning sets it apart from other area public and private schools, and why Schoolhouse can still be much more affordable than other private schools yet offer the highest quality education.

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A New Bill Allows Building Minus Parking Requirements

Thu, 08 May 2025 21:54:58 GMT

Bridgeport Councilwomen, Michelle Lyons and Maria Valle, join Lisa Wexler to talk about how a new bill is sneaking it's way into legislation that would allow builders to develop properties without any parking requirements.

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The Secret To Outpost's Delicious Pizza (Stamford & Westport)

Thu, 08 May 2025 21:46:04 GMT

Outpost Pizza owner, Tom Dedovic, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about perfecting his pizza recipe by blending NY and CT's most popular techniques with old world tradition.

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The Whale Man's Magical Quest

Tue, 06 May 2025 21:08:17 GMT

Author, filmmaker, conservationist, humpback whale researcher & WhalesBermuda founder, Andrew Stevenson, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his passion for whales and his extraordinary experiences on his quest to find one magical humpback.

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CT Appreciates Teachers!

Tue, 06 May 2025 21:06:39 GMT

Becky Pringle, President of the National Education Association, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the NEA's most pressing matters on Teacher Appreciation Day, Week and in supporting our educators every day.

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LISA ON THE LAW 5/5/25 Who Should Get A Trust? Are Photocopied Wills Allowed?

Tue, 06 May 2025 02:18:20 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers audience questions about when to create a trust? What kinds are trusts are there? What is CT's probate court system? What are transfer of death vehicles? What is a Medicaid trust? And what to do if an original will is lost but a copy exists?

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What Is The Yale Budget Lab?

Tue, 06 May 2025 02:09:04 GMT

Martha Gimbel, Yale Budget Lab Executive Director and Co-Founder, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about what the Yale Budget Lab is? Why it started? Why studying "budget scoring" is important? And what CT residents need to know right now about the U.S. economy?

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Finding Your Inner Excellence w Jim Murphy, NYT #1 Bestselling Author

Sat, 03 May 2025 01:59:31 GMT

Athlete, Performance Coach, now NYT Bestselling author, Jim Murphy, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about achieving INNER EXCELLENCE.

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Non-Alcoholic Beers A New Trend

Thu, 01 May 2025 23:44:23 GMT

Sr. Communications Manager, Athletic Brewing Company, Chris Furnari, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about their designation as one of the World's most innovative companies of 2025, their latest product launch and plans for the future.

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Chilling Details of the Attack on Columbia- Investigative Reporter Fran Block

Thu, 01 May 2025 23:42:27 GMT

Investigative reporter Francesca Block, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss her in-depth article in The Free Press about the Columbia University janitors, Mario Torres and Lester Wilson, suing the protestors and their non-profit sponsors who attacked them and held them hostage during an Antisemitic, hostile occupation of Hamilton Hall.

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Meet The "Mayor of Running!"

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:34:59 GMT

Former chief running officer of Runner’s World, unofficially known as the “Mayor of Running,” Bart Yasso, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his National Geographic book: 100 Runs of a Lifetime.

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Marinda Freeman's Everything Is An Event

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:09:21 GMT

Seasoned event designer renowned for creating experiences that foster connection, comfort, and inspiration, Marinda Freeman joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her career from being Executive Director of Martha Stewart Catering to her own event planning business. Her four decades of experience are reflected in her book: Everything is an Event. Marinda will be part of The Westport Library Verso Fest on 5/2 at 4pm.

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News 8's Jeff Derderian's Delves Into the "CT Cannibal" Case

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:08:56 GMT

News 8 Reporter Jeff Derderian revealed reports of prison violence involving the "CT Cannibal", that may not have been considered by CT's psychiatric review board. Tyree Lincoln was released from Whiting Psychiatric Hospital after serving 10 years of a 60 year sentence.

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LISA ON THE LAW 4/28/25 Successor Executors

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 01:07:55 GMT

Lisa Wexler covers audience questions about updating wills if there is a successor executor named.

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Fairfield CT Faces Major Development Alongside Merritt Parkway

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 00:53:33 GMT

CT169Strong founder, Kathy Braun, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about several housing developments that could destroy our environment.

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Did WI Judge Hannah Dugan Help An Illegal Immigrant Evade ICE?

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 00:53:06 GMT

CBS reporter, Bruce Marcus, joins Lisa Wexler from Wisconsin to discuss why Judge Hannah Dugan was arrested by the FBI.

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Fairfield's Big Legal Monopole Win!

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Fairfield First Selectman, Bill Gerber, joins Lisa Wexler to explain what's next for CT residents regarding UI's monopoles now that the law has changed for the CT Siting Council, and a judge ruled in favor of Fairfield's appeal of the decision of the Connecticut Siting Council approving the construction of overhead transmission lines by United Illuminating.

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Daughter of Holocaust Survivors, Suzanne Miller, On Holocaust Remembrance Day

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 13:41:04 GMT

Host of The Miller Report, Suzanne Miller, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about being a daughter of Holocaust survivors.

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Can Trauma Leave A Genetic Imprint Across Generations?

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Connie Mulligan, an anthropologist and geneticist at the University of Florida, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss how trauma leaves a genetic imprint across generations.

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You Could Be Eligible For Dr. Frank's Pancreatic Cancer Study

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 00:27:25 GMT

Actor/advocate, Jim Naughton, whose first wife died of pancreatic cancer, and Dr. Richard Frank, chief of cancer research for Nuvance Health, join Lisa Wexler to talk about Dr. Frank's study to screen for pancreatic cancer early. Dr. Frank explains why early detection is so important, and who the prime candidates for this trial are. If you have a family history and/or are diabetic, this is a MUST LISTEN podcast.

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Take Strides Toward a Violence Free Future

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 00:20:00 GMT

Deb Greenwood, CEO/ President of The Center for Family Justice, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the services and programs the Center provides and their 13th Annual fundraising event, Walk A Mile In Her Shoes, to raise awareness and take a stand against gender-based violence. Saturday, April 26, downtown Fairfield Train Station.

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CT's Beloved Merritt Parkway

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 18:20:50 GMT

Former Exec. Dir. of the Merritt Parkway Conservancy, Laurie Heiss talks about her book: The Merritt Parkway, The Road That Shaped a Region, ahead of her talk at the Greenwich Historical Society's 4/30 event, 2pm–3:00 pm.

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China & The US Stock Market

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 18:18:15 GMT

CBS Senior White House Correspondent Weijia Jiang joins Lisa Wexler to discuss China's tariff response, how it affects the US stock market and President Trump's war on Jerome Powell.

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LISA ON THE LAW 4/21/25 Tax Liens, Perserving Home From Catastrophic Illness Costs

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 22:01:57 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers listener questions about tax liens on gifted estates; who is responsible for encumbered gifted real estate? And how to protect a home from a catastrophic illness where nursing home care costs will cause a private home to be unaffordable. Also what is a "duty to support" law?

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Surprise Bill To Overhaul Special Ed Funding Could Eliminate Outplacements

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 15:58:51 GMT

Special Education attorneys Jeffrey Forte and Christine Lai joins Lisa Wexler to talk about a new, surprise bill that would completely disrupt current outplacement practices for special needs students, shifting the burden of proof to parents to prove their children are not receiving a free and appropriate public education.

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THE DR. IS IN! Northwell Bariatric Surgeon Mitchell Roslin

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Northwell Health's Dr. Mitchell Roslin, Director - Bariatric Surgery Program of Surgery - General Surgery, Northern Westchester Hospital, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss how GLP-1s work with or disrupt other existing obesity surgeries and therapies.

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Holocaust Survivor Eugene Ginter Tells His Story

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 03:29:16 GMT

First Church of Fairfield Senior Pastor, Vanessa Rose, and Holocaust Survivor, Eugene Ginter, join Lisa Wexler to talk about Fairfield's commitment to interfaith unity, and how Eugene survived the concentration camps, ahead of Fairfield's 4/23 at 7:30p.

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The 2025 Liberty Bell Award Recipient, Colleen Sousa!

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 21:45:41 GMT

Fairfield teacher, Colleen Sousa, & Attorney Etan Hirsch join Lisa Wexler to talk about the Law Day theme for 2025 and why Colleen Sousa is this year's Liberty Bell award winner.

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LISA ON THE LAW 4/14/25 Breach of Contract vs. Negligence Cases, Fiduciary Certificates & Survivorship vs. Willing An Estate

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 21:17:39 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers question about what to do if an electric car dealership not registering the sale to the IRS to receive a tax credit, what to do if a spouse dies and an attorney doesn't file for your fiduciary certificate, and what is right of survivorship in a deed? What is better to do a survivorship or passing real estate through a will?

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The Underdiagnosis of Autism in Girls

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 20:31:04 GMT

Professor/Author, Gina Rippon, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss her new book: Off the Spectrum: Why the Science of Autism Has Failed Women and Girls.

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Toni Boucher's Cinderella Story

Sat, 12 Apr 2025 02:21:11 GMT

Wilton First Selectman and author, Toni Boucher, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her book, THE HUSKY EFFECT.

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Can Your Socks Tell You to Treat Your Feet?- Wearable Tech to Detect Disease

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 21:10:10 GMT

Dr. Pasindu Lugoda, Senior Lecturer, Department of Engineering, Nottingham Trent University, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his innovations in wearable technology that detects your wellbeing and health issues.

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DEEP's Katie Dykes- CT Environmental Priorities 2025

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 21:07:15 GMT

Department of Energy & Environmental Protection Commissioner, Katie Dykes, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about DEEP's agenda to elevate CT's interests including housing & lighting efficiency, and something for everyone at energizect.com.

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AG Tong on Avelo & Response to Trump's Impact on CT

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 21:06:36 GMT

Attorney General William Tong joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how CT is responding to Trump administration policies that directly affect CT residents and Avelo's deportation flights for the federal government.

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Need $ to Buy a House in CT? The State Can Help!

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 20:54:10 GMT

Seila Mosquera-Bruno, CT Housing Commissioner, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about CT's Time To Own program, plus other opportunities for home and home improvement state funding.

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Vinny Scicchitano -Norwalk Republican Choice for Mayor

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 20:03:32 GMT

Lifelong Norwalk resident Vinny Scicchitano is the Republican choice for the open mayoral seat vacated by Harry Rilling. Hear why Vinny wants your vote.

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David Baldacci's Newest Novel!

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 20:03:13 GMT

Acclaimed author David Baldacci joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his latest bestselling novel STRANGERS IN TIME, ahead of his Westport Library book launch event.

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Stamford's HANDS OFF Rally Report

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 21:39:17 GMT

Activist, Vicky Volper, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the millions of people who turned out for nationwide rallies against Trump policies, and specifically what happened here in CT.

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LISA ON THE LAW 4/7/25 What's A Quitclaim? When To Call A Public Adjuster?

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 21:38:13 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers questions about what a quitclaim deed means, why deeds must be done right and require a lawyer, and how much should a lawyer charge? What is "removal" and "diversity jurisdiction"? How are public adjusters used? What is a "life estate"?

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CBS News Corr. Jeff Gilbert Talks Auto Tariffs- from Detroit

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 21:00:39 GMT

CBS & WWJ auto reporter, Jeff Gilbert, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the fallout from the trade war.

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Quinnipiac Law Prof & Novelist Jeff Cooper

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 22:19:42 GMT

Greenwich author, law professor, and lawyer, Jeff Cooper joins Lisa Wexler ahead of his Greenwich Historical Society's April 9th event for his thriller: The Final Account.

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Renowned Civil Rights Attorney, Ilann M. Maazel, Takes On Trump

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 18:36:23 GMT

Nationally recognized civil rights lawyer, Ilann M. Maazel, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his New York Law Journal Column, “Rule of Law, Not Rule of Trump.”

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LISA ON THE LAW 3/31/25 Medicaid Planning, Enforcing An Out-of-State Judgements & Social Security Taxing

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 19:31:08 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers audience questions about what qualifies you for Medicaid planning, is it an irrevocable trust, and what is the lookback? How do you collect a judgement from an out of state contractor? Is there a legal avenue to counter social security taxes?

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Tariffs? 3rd Trump Term? CBS's Aaron Navarro Reports From D.C.

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 19:30:36 GMT

CBS reporter, Aaron Navarro, joins Lisa Wexler from Washington D.C. to talk about how the tariffs will affect us.

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Groundbreaking Research In Autism Outcomes

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 21:52:45 GMT

Behavioral Child Neurologist, Dr. Richard Frye, PhD joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his breakthrough research on how a cheap drug has shown significant improvements in autistic children.

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Colorectal Cancer - Why Are Younger People Getting It? THE DR. IS IN!

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 01:59:58 GMT

Dr. Parul Shukla, Regional Chief of colon and rectal surgery for Westchester, Northwell Health, joins Lisa Wexler for Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Dr. Shukla takes calls and answers what the new age to get your first screening is? How does a family history factor in? How often should you get a colon screening after your first?

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What Immigration Law Questions Should People Be Asking?

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 01:56:02 GMT

Immigration Lawyer, Claudia Jasinsky Bernstein, Esq., joins Lisa Wexler to discuss immigration law in the face of people's fears of being detained.

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Actor Jamie Mann Returns to Westport Ahead of His B'Way Debut in STRANGER THINGS!

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 19:17:40 GMT

Staples Players graduate & Westport native, Jamie Mann, returns to the Lisa Wexler Show to talk about his appearance at the Orphenians & Voces 8 Foundation fundraiser before his Broadway debut in Stranger Things.

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PURA Prevails Again In Court

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 19:17:03 GMT

PURA Chair, Marissa Gillett joins Lisa Wexler to talk about winning the recent UI court case the utility filed against PURA's decision and what this decision means for rate payers.

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CCADV Is The Voice Against Domestic Violence Across CT

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 19:16:26 GMT

President & CEO of The Connecticut Coalition for Domestic Violence (CTCADV) joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how the CTCADV serves the 40,000 CT residents in need of support.

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Senator Blumenthal On The Unprecedented National Security Breach

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 00:18:23 GMT

Senator Richard Blumenthal joins Lisa Wexler to talk about Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's unfathomable national security breach where he accidentally shared America's war plan that detailed weapons, targets and timing with journalist Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Atlantic, just hours before the attack occurred.

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Curing The Global Plastic Pollution Problem With Infinity Recycling

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 00:15:01 GMT

Dr. Yosi Kratish joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his ground-breaking research that will make recycling the plastics killing our planet an economically viable enterprize.

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LISA ON THE LAW 3/24/25 Estate Planners, Trusts, Online Wills & Breach of Contract

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 18:41:18 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers questions about estate planning and if/when you need a trust, if online wills save money, and what to do when there is a breech of contract.

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CT's Legislative Response To The Waterbury Captive Case

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 18:30:24 GMT

State Senator, Deputy President Pro Tempor, Ceci Maher, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how the legislature responded to the horrifying case of a 32 year old man held captive in Waterbury for decades.

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Fairfield's Exciting Pilot Wildlife Protection Program

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 13:04:44 GMT

First Selectman of Fairfield, Bill Gerber, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why rodenticides are so damaging to our wildlife and how Fairfield is implementing a pilot research project to use a natural ingredient that creates infertility in rodents instead of our birds of prey also dying when eating rodents dying of rodenticides.

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Westport Country Playhouse Season Of Laughter's Latest: THEATRE PEOPLE

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 21:16:23 GMT

Veteran Broadway actor, Michael McCormick, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why he settled in Norwalk, his storied career, and his latest show, THEATRE PEOPLE, at The Westport Country Playhouse, Tues. – Fri., Mar. 25, 26, 27 at 7 p.m.; Mar. 28 at 8 p.m.

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Seniors, Get Your Latin Dance On!

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 21:12:49 GMT

Dr. Kun Liu & Freddy Ramirez join Lisa Wexler to talk about their research on using Latin music as a tool in balance training for seniors with cognitive and/or mobility issues. So far the results have been amazing.

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Will "Razor Bumps" Get Black Men Kicked Out Of The Military?

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 23:19:29 GMT

This week on IT'S NOT JUST BLACK & WHITE Wayne Winston shares a report of a new military policy where having "razor bumps" on your skin, a condition that affects black men more than other men, could be cause for getting kicked out of the Marines.

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How These Zoning Bills Will Change Your Town

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 23:19:10 GMT

CT 169 Strong founders, Alexis Harrison & Maria Weingarten, join Lisa Wexler to give an update on what language in current zoning bills would change your town as you know it.

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How Medicaid Cuts Would Affect CT Residents

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 00:28:29 GMT

Comptroller Sean Scanlon joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how congressional budget cuts and policy changes affect Medicaid and how CT is responding.

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LISA ON THE LAW 3/17/25 Will Presumptions Vs. Entitlements, Statute of Limitations on Assets, & Dealing With A Missing Will

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 03:08:47 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers questions about if it's possible to recoup something from a probated will that is not in the will? How to be an administrator of an estate if you are not an executor, and what that means? What are the statute of limitations for assets? What if you can't find an original will?

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Are You Misreading Your Dog's Emotions?

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 02:28:46 GMT

CT resident and PhD student in the Canine Science Collaboratory at Arizona State University, Holly Molinaro joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her research on the accuracy of humans understanding our dog's emotions.

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Meet Miss CT USA & Miss CT Teen USA

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 19:21:47 GMT

Jenna Hofmann, Miss CT USA & Daviana Plaza, Miss CT Teen USA join Lisa Wexler to talk about how they got into pageant competitions, platforms they are passionate about, and goals after winning their titles.

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It's Spring! What's Best For Your Yard?

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 19:09:37 GMT

SavATree Master Gardener, Vicky McCarthy, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how to examine your yard after winter and what are the best practices for the start of spring.

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CT's Iléna Tovia, (Mommailena) is a NEXT LEVEL CHEF

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 00:18:45 GMT

Iléna Tovia, a NEXT LEVEL CHEF contestant, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how she became a chef and amassed a great social media following and a place on Fox's new chef show.

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Does Culture Dictate Noise Tolerance?

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 00:18:16 GMT

Nairán Ramírez-Esparza, Assoc. Prof. Dept. of Psychological Sciences UCONN, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how culture affects tolerance to noise.

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LISA ON THE LAW 3/10/25 What If There's No Will?

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 01:20:01 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers questions about what happens when no one can find a will? How can one of the heirs get estate information if a different sibling is the executor? What is adverse possession and how can you defeat it?

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State Sen. Rob Sampson Representing CT's 16th

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 23:08:47 GMT

State Senator representing CT's 16th district, Rob Sampson, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about CT's gun laws and thoughts on current bills, namely housing policy.

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Shark Tank Contestant On A CT STEM Tour

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 21:00:29 GMT

Shark Tank contestant, CT native, and Lectec co-founder, Luke St. Amand, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why he and his best friend started their build-it-yourself electric motorized ride-on kits and why he feels STEM education is so important.

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Rep. Jim Himes On Trump's Congressional Address

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 21:27:00 GMT

Congressman Jim Himes joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his thoughts on President Trump's 100 minute congressional address and the future messaging of the Democrats.

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Award-Winning Christian Singer/Songwriter Supports Malta House With Quick Ctr Concert

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 21:26:39 GMT

Malta House Co-founder, Mike O'Rourke, and Christian music star, Mark Schultz, join Lisa Wexler to discuss their upcoming fundraising Quick Center concert 3/14 at 7pm.

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NIH Funding Cuts Would Cost Lives

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 21:25:04 GMT

State Senator Tony Hwang joins Lisa Wexler to discuss his alarm at some NIH funding cuts that would undermine CT's commitment to medical research and innovation, essential to continue saving lives.

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Why Does Cancer Escape Our Immune System?

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 19:58:40 GMT

Yale Cancer Center & Smilow Cancer Hospital's David A. Braun, MD, PhD joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his research and successful trial for a completely personalized therapeutic vaccine that ‘steers’ the patient's Immune system to fight their unique kidney cancer, with the hope this approach can be effective in other cancers.

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What Are CT Constituents Most Upset About Under Trump?

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 19:56:40 GMT

Senator Richard Blumenthal joins Lisa Wexler to talk about what Connecticut residents are most concerned about under the Trump administration and why he thinks Ukraine should be part of NATO.

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STAPLES PLAYERS Present The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 19:55:51 GMT

Westport High School STAPLES PLAYERS: Griffin Delmhorst and Sara Stanley, join Lisa Wexler to talk about their latest show: The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee with performances 3/7 at 7p, 3/8 at 2 & 7p, and 3/9 at 2p.

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LISA ON THE LAW 3/3/25 Filing Wills, Advance Beneficiary Distributions, Probate Fees, Joint Deeds & Living Trusts

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 22:29:43 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers questions about how long wills are kept on file, what information is available, and if a will is left open after 15 years do beneficiaries still get what was left to them? How do executors know if they can make advance distributions to beneficiaries? Why should you ask the court's decision? What is an executor's authority to settle estates for medical bills? What is an estate sales tax? What is the gross taxable estate? What do probate fees subsidize? Why create joint deeds or a living trust? Will wills always say how property is disposed of?

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Has The White House Played Right Into Putin's Hands?

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 22:28:22 GMT

CBS Moscow Bureau Chief Beth Knobel joins Lisa Wexler to talk about "The most crazy days in diplomacy in a long time" after President Zelenskyy's on-air argument at the White House.

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Why You Must Call 911 For Lithium Battery Fires

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 20:27:13 GMT

Westport Deputy Fire Marshal Rob Lenois joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why lithium battery fires are challenging and must be handled by professionals.

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Bioplastics Can Help Our Plastic Pollution Crisis

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 19:30:37 GMT

Hannah Collins, UCONN marine sciences Ph.D. candidate, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her research on how quickly biodegradable plastics breakdown in the environment.

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Heart Month With Dr. Andrew Krumerman, Northwell Health Dir. of Cardiac Electrophysiology

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 02:11:10 GMT

THE DR. IS IN! With Northwell Health's Dr, Andrew Krumerman joining Lisa Wexler for Heart Month to talk about the many types of cardiologists, how the heart functions, and questions about common heart conditions.

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CT League of Professional Theatre Women Free Event, 3/3

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 02:03:43 GMT

Lauren Yarger, Co-Founder Connecticut Chapter League of Professional Theatre Women, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about honoring Marsha Mason, Jacqueline Hubbard and Semina De Laurentis, among others, at a free event at the Connecticut Theater Women Awards March 3, 2025 7p in Ridgefield.

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Will CT Control Chemicals That Harm Animals This Session?

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 21:48:33 GMT

State Representative Joe Gresko joins Lisa Wexler to talk about a bill that would control 2nd generation rodenticides killing our wildlife.

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PURA Chair Marissa Gillett Focuses On Work After Renomination

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 21:46:10 GMT

PURA Chair Marissa Gillett joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the party-line vote for her renomination, and finally getting to refocus on work.

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BEHIND THE WHEEL: Hello Young Lovers

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 20:47:45 GMT

Behind The Wheel, Lisa discusses her personal life. Today she travels to Thailand ,without Bill, on Valentine’s Day.

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Larissa Phillips- Lisa's Kindred Spirit

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 20:58:43 GMT

Larissa Phillips, Director/Founder of the Volunteer Literacy Project, Farmer in upstate NY, and writer for THE FREE PRESS joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why she and her family left Brooklyn for life on the farm and why she founded a literacy program dedicated to teaching adults and training volunteers to teach adult reading.

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Will Sen. Heather Somers Run For Governor?

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 20:54:23 GMT

State Senator Heather Somers (R) joins Lisa Wexler to discuss why she is qualified to run for Governor, if she runs, immigration policy in CT, and her commitment to CT's mental wellness.

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Meet Dr. Jeffrey Kay, CT's Visiting Veterinarian!

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 22:30:14 GMT

The Visiting Veterinarian, Dr. Jeffrey Kay, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about filling the need in CT to do home visits for your pets.

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Frank Zabski Invents A New Style Of Pizza: Barbeetz!

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 22:28:47 GMT

New Haven Pizza School founder, Frank Zabski, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about all things Pizza and to share his newly invited pizza style he's calling Barbeetz.

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PURA Staff Supports Their Chair Through Attacks

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 18:54:21 GMT

Lisa Wexler dives into why utilities are personally attacking PURA Chair, Marissa Gillett.

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Do Good Fences Make Good Neighbors?

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 18:09:48 GMT

Director JoAnn M. Hunter joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her new show at The Westport Country Playhouse, Native Gardens, Feb. 18th - March 8th.

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Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz Seeks WWII Vets to Honor

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 18:09:29 GMT

Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz joins Lisa Wexler to talk about seeking audience assistance in identifying living WWII veterans who reside in CT to be honored at a ceremony in May.

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Meet CT's First Student Loan Ombudsperson

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 05:00:00 GMT

CT's First Student Loan Ombudsperson, Michelle Jarvis-Lettman, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why this new position was created and what her goals for the office are.

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LISA ON THE LAW 2/10/25 Beneficiary Liability & Finding Something Weird In Your Food

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 19:58:34 GMT

Lisw Wexler answers audience calls explaining whether a beneficiary is liable for debts of the estate, and what is the general rule if you find something foreign in your food.

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Dr. Royce Avery Wants To Be Bridgeport's Permanent Superintendent,

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 19:52:20 GMT

Interim Superintendent of Bridgeport Public Schools, Dr. Royce Avery, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss how he is working to bring confidence into the school system through collaboration ad transparency, what the State will be doing to support Bridgeport's schools, student cell phone policy, and why he hopes to stay in his position.

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Why CT 169 Strong Opposes "Work, Live, Ride"

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Alexis Harrison, co-founder of CT169Strong, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the need to tailor transit-oriented development to local conditions.

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Iconic Beehive Queen, SNL's Christine Ohlman!

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 22:19:31 GMT

Music icon, Christine Ohlman, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her extensive career ahead of her two events at The Westport Library.

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Dem Advocate Vicki Volper Says "Get Tough!" On Trump

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 23:21:15 GMT

Vicki Volper, lawyer and progressive advocate, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about advocacy groups going to Hartford to demand that democrats show strength against President Trump by being unified.

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OR Ninja! A New App Aiding Surgery Prep

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 23:17:12 GMT

Dr. David Zaret & Dr. Eric Price joins Lisa Wexler to talk about their new teaching platform, in game form, that solves the surgery education issues of the current system.

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LA Law's Michael Tucker's New Show: “Stories From My Life”

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 23:16:47 GMT

Actor, Michael Tucker, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his show: “Stories From My Life” going up at the Sacred Heart University Community Theatre, 2/6 at 7:30am.

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Political Catch-Up With WDUN's Martha Zoller 2/4/25

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 23:16:13 GMT

WDUN pundit, Martha Zoller, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the whirlwind of White House news.

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LISA ON THE LAW 2/3/25 Fiduciary Responsibility For Board Members

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 21:51:08 GMT

Lisa Wexler takes audience calls about a fiduciary responsibility by board members, removing a relative's from a deed for a reverse mortgages who has been moved to a facility, so another relative can stay in their home.

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Receiver Barry Knott on Success Village- The Latest

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 21:39:46 GMT

Success Village Receiver, Barry Knott, joins Lisa Wexer to discuss his report on the financial health of Success Village and explain how he proposes to pay their $5.5 million debt.

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KINDNESS OF STRANGERS 1/31/25

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 23:28:08 GMT

Listeners call into the show to tell this Friday's KINDNESS OF STRANGERS stories.

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CT's Utility Mess: Energy Chair Rep. Jonathan Steinberg

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 22:06:55 GMT

State Representative & Energy and Technology Committee Chair, Jonathan Steinberg, joins Lisa Wexler to give his perspective on Eversource and United Illuminating suing Public Utilities Regulatory Authority and options for lowing energy rates.

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CBIA Pres. Chris DePentima- Ideas to Revive CT

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 21:46:38 GMT

Chris DiPentima, President & CEO of Connecticut Business and Industry Association, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the 2025 CBIA 11 policy recommendations to make CT more profitable, cosigned by 73 legislatures.

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Demand A "Great Reformulation" Of Consumer Products

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 05:37:22 GMT

Joshua Lachter, Co-Founder and Chief Business Officer of Synonym, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about America's unacceptable health outcomes and the need for us to reformulate all our stuff..

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Sen. Blumenthal - D.C. Plane Crash & RFK, Jr's MAHA Quest

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 23:30:35 GMT

Senator Richard Blumenthal joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the tragic D.C. airplane and helicopter crash and thoughts on RFK Jr's senate hearing and the constant flurry of Presidential Executive Orders.

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Will CT Change Its Definition of "Intellectually Disabled"?

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 23:29:32 GMT

State Rep. Lucy Dathan tells Lisa Wexler the progress on whether CT will change its statutory definition of "intellectually disabled", and why it has such real world consequences for so many families in Connecticut. A deep dive into human services funding in CT. Of special interest to families which include people with autism and special needs.

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A Revolutionary Way For Doctors To Collaborate Online

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 23:20:03 GMT

Dr. Frank Appah, a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in adolescent and adult psychiatry, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss Halespring, a long overdue new online platform where a patient's team of doctors can all meet and communicate with ease on one HIPAA-compliant site.

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How One Family Survived Holocaust Horrors

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 22:59:10 GMT

Special education teacher and author, Rebecca Freimann, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her family's struggle to survive the Holocaust and go on living.

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Exec Order Stops Fed Funding: Lisa Breaks It Down

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 03:01:17 GMT

Hear Lisa analyze newest Trump exec order pausing federal funding of 3 trillion$ in grants & loans. Give yourself 13 minutes to hear the text and analysis in simple English. A caller weighs in with her concerns about HUD housing.

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What If? (7 minutes)- show excerpt

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 02:21:33 GMT

Lisa asks "What If", as she knows the latest Trump executive order which bans federal spending will surely go to a judge. Fast-breaking news, listen up to keep informed. (7 minutes)- show excerpt.

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Harriet Tubman Relative Rita Daniels Writes a New Bio

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 22:54:49 GMT

Harriet Tubman's great-great-great grandniece, Rita Daniels, and co-author Jean Marie Wiesen, join Lisa Wexler to talk about their new book, Harriet Tubman: Military Scout and Tenacious Visionary ahead of their Westport Library event, 2/6 at 7pm. Hear how and why Rita discovered that Harriet Tubman was her own relative.

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AG William Tong- On Immigration & Limits of Presidential Power

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 22:53:52 GMT

Attorney General William Tong joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how CT is handling new federal immigration orders, what CT's Trust Act says and who it applies to, and why we need our immigrant workers to make our country run. Fast- breaking news, a must-listen.

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LISA ON THE LAW 1/27/25 Medicaid Dept, Ex-Spousal S.S. Benefits, Lease Agreement Language & Being an Interested Party in a Conservator Proceeding

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 19:28:44 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers questions about if a beneficiary inherits Medicaid debt, how, when and how much an ex-spouse can collect Social Security benefits, and what circumstances of an emergency entrance to a leased apartment may there be, how to be an "interested party" on a conservatory proceeding?

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Gardening Changes Lives For Special Needs Students

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 19:21:30 GMT

Occupational therapist specializing in sensory integration, Jill Mays, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss why gardening is particularly beneficial for special needs students struggling in school. Meet Jill Mays on February 6th from 7pm - 8pm at the Wilton Library for her book launch.

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BEHIND THE WHEEL: Pardon me boys… (8 min)

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 01:27:44 GMT

Behind The Wheel, Lisa shares personal reflections on the news and her life. Today, she considers the recent rash of presidential pardons.

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Westport Superintendent Embraces AI

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 22:21:34 GMT

Superintendent of Westport Public Schools, Thomas Scarise, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss embracing AI and his plan to integrate it into Westport's curriculum.

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THE DR. IS IN! Hernias and How Best To Treat Them

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 20:05:58 GMT

Dr. Heidi Elliott, Northwell Health's Director of Acute Care Surgery, Director of Surgical Quality, Northern Westchester, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about what hernias are, who gets them, and how to treat them with cutting-edge minimally invasive surgery.

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Will CT Comply with ICE? Judiciary Chair Speaks

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 20:00:41 GMT

State Representative Steve Stafstrom joins Lisa Wexler to talk about Adrian Peeler's pardon, the decrease in violent crime in CT, and CT's laws vs. ICE's request to detain.

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RHONY's Jill Zarin on Hollywood & Trump's Inauguration

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 20:00:14 GMT

Jill Zarin joins sister, Lisa Wexler, to discuss her Fox News interview about Hollywood's stance on Israel, her friendship with the Trump family, and how her D.C. trip to attend the inauguration went.

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Slavery & Abolitionism in CT- at the Pequot Library

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 19:09:59 GMT

Cecily Dyer, Special Collections Librarian, Pequot Library, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about their exhibition: The Tinderbox of the Civil War: 1830s Abolitionism in Connecticut starting 1/25/25.

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Dr. Jeff Gordon Representing CT's 35th!

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 19:06:32 GMT

Senator Dr. Jeff Gordon joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his thoughts on Donald Trump's 2nd term, CT's long session goals, and our healthcare system.

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Who Is CT's New State Fire Marshal?

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:05:46 GMT

Lauri Volkert joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her new post as CT's State Fire Marshal and what that job entails.

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Broadway's "Bad Boy" Sam Gravitte

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:05:19 GMT

Broadway's Sam Gravitte joins Lisa Wexler to talk about growing up in CT and starring in the Westport Country Playhouse's new production, Broadway's BAD BOYS. Jan. 23- 26th.

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Sen. Blumenthal at Confirmation Hearings & Tik Tok Decision

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:04:38 GMT

Senator Richard Blumenthal joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the Supreme Court decision to uphold the deadline for sale or closure of TikTok, confirmation hearings and immigration policy.

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100 HOTELS OF A LIFETIME! (With Lisa's Favorite on the Cover!)

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 18:57:54 GMT

NatGeo author, Annie Fitzsimmons, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how she picked the 100 top hotels around the world for her new book.

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Why It's Hard to Prosecute Sex Crimes

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 18:56:15 GMT

Founder of Jane Doe No More, Donna Palomba, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about several high profile sexual assault and rape cases that shocked the nation and the world. Reach out to Jane Doe No More for support, to educate, and know the resources available and actions that can be taken.

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How Much $ Does a Tik Tok Influencer Make?

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 21:57:06 GMT

David Milton joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how TikTok helped him become a well known CT food influencer and how he, in turn, helps small businesses.

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Scarce Help For Adults with Autism

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 21:56:23 GMT

Mary Harrison, mother of a 23 year old autistic son, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her new book: Autism Grows Up Then…What? 7 Keys to Preparing Your Child’s Transition From Childhood to Adulthood (without losing your mind).

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How Private Equity Took Millions From Prospect Hospitals

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 21:59:41 GMT

CBS correspondent, Michael Kaplan, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his in-depth investigation into why Prospect Medical Holdings filed for bankruptcy. Hear how one private equity firm used the real estate owned by hospitals to create millions of dollars in debt that the hospitals now owe.

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Alert for CT Water- Special Report

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 21:51:36 GMT

Francis Pickering, Executive Director of WestCog, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about their first of it's kind report on where CT's water comes from, what is being done to protect our supply, and what we need to do to keep our water clean.

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At 15, Vivek Kanthan, Pursues His Formula 1 Racing Goals

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 21:49:37 GMT

Vivek Kanthan, a 15 year old (now international) race car driver, joins Lisa Wexler from Spain where he will make his single-seater debut in 2025 with Campos Racing, competing in the Spanish Formula 4 Championship.

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LISA ON THE LAW 1/13/25 Conservatorship Vs. Power of Attorney?

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 23:36:49 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers listener questions about when you need a conservatorship when you already have a power of attorney? What if the Power of Attorney isn't a family member? How to become designated as a voluntary conservator? What should people do when insurance doesn't fully cover an accident after an acceptance of liability? What is underinsured coverage?

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Yale Infertility Doc Secretly Used His Own Sperm

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 23:26:47 GMT

Attorney Matthew Blumenthal joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his pursuit of the truth for a case where a Yale infertility specialist allegedly used his own sperm to artificially inseminate many of his patients. He hopes his legal efforts will prevent this sort of medical malpractice from happening again, and outlines how are damages are assessed in "wrongful life" cases.

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Joseph Walewski Runs Every Road Not Taken

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 23:17:28 GMT

Long-distance runner, Joseph Walewski, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about whey he running the perimeter of CT, about 600 miles, and with this experience, what is his message to the Governor?

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Have You Unknowingly Donated To A Political Campaign?

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 23:46:12 GMT

Cyber security expert, Dominic Rapini, joins Lisa Wexler to go through his independent investigation into billions of dollars in potential political donation violations.

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What To Expect On Zoning Policy This Long Session

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 23:01:29 GMT

Founders of CT169Strong, Alexis Harrison & Maria Weingarten, join Lisa Wexler to discuss what to expect from the long session about zoning policy.

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How TikTok Brainwashed America’s Youth

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 03:07:52 GMT

Renowned investigative journalist/writer, Jay Solomon, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss his research on how TikTok Brainwashed America’s Youth.

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Fighting Congestion Pricing in NYC

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 03:07:34 GMT

Susan Lee, President, New Yorkers Against Congestion Pricing Tax, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss their lawsuit against congestion pricing, and the nuts & bolts of the new tax.

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What Makes Mediation Work?

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 21:54:17 GMT

Brock Hotaling, President of the CT Mediation Association, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss his book WHY THINGS DON'T WORK, the basis for a new course at CSCU, open to the public, and how to fix what doesn't work with the art and science of system dynamics. How do people get unstuck from their convictions?

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Peter Yarrow on The Lisa Wexler Show 10/10/09

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 16:36:35 GMT

Peter Yarrow, the Peter in Peter, Paul & Mary, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the passing of Mary travers, his career,and social activism.

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Putting a Solar Panel on Your Car Roof

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 04:43:44 GMT

DartSolar Co-Founder, Omid Sadeghpour, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about DartSolar's invention of an expanding solar car roof rack that provides 10 to 20 miles of charge per day.

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LISA ON THE LAW 1/6/25 What if your estate tax lien is more than the estate is worth?

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 01:07:47 GMT

Lisa Wexler takes a call about how to deal with a large estate tax lien from the state that exceeds the worth of the estate. She answers how to clear the debt even when the state says they are not willing to negotiate.

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Rep Jonathan Steinberg Takes On The Utility Lobby

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 01:03:45 GMT

House Representative, Jonathan Steinberg, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how, as Chair of the Legislature's Energy & Technology Committee, he is handling the escalating issues between PURA and CT's utilities.

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Sen. Blumenthal Opens 2025 With The Latest FBI Briefing On New Orleans Terrorism

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 18:13:50 GMT

Senator Richard Blumenthal joins Lisa Wexler after just leaving a briefing on the terrorist attack in New Orleans to discuss the latest findings, as well as passing the Social Security Fairness Act and flying through Tweed airport.

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Are LED Lights Harming Us?

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 20:43:57 GMT

Founder and President of The Soft Lights Foundation, Mark Baker, joins Lisa Wexler to talk what harm LED lights bring to the natural world.

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Jesse Green Previews Broadway Shows

Fri, 27 Dec 2024 20:14:47 GMT

Jesse Green, chief theater critic for The New York Times, joins Lisa Wexler to review must see Broadway in 2025.

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BEHIND THE WHEEL: All In The Family

Wed, 25 Dec 2024 15:52:02 GMT

Behind The Wheel, Lisa reflects on living together as one big family during the Christmas holiday .

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BEHIND THE WHEEL: Bring Back The Stars

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 03:56:53 GMT

Behind The Wheel, Lisa shares her personal observations on life . Here she suggests a better slogan to ignite the movement against light pollution .

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LISA ON THE LAW 12/23/25, Release of Tax Liens, Heirs-at-Law, Marshalling Assets, Undisclosed Assets, Survivorships

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:50:06 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers questions about selling a trust-owned home, does the home have to go through probate? What are heirs at law and why are they notified about deaths in the family if they are not named in a will? What is a fiduciary's number 1 duty? What would someone do if they want to put a home in survivorship?

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Bill Gerber vs. Fairfield University & Santacon

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:40:29 GMT

Fairfield First Selectman, Bill Gerber, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how the Town of Fairfield is dealing with the consequences of SantaCon, which has grown to close to 23k in attendance, increasing the town population by 1/3rd, creating tension between the town and Fairfield University.

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BEHIND THE WHEEL: Lining Up At Tweed

Sun, 22 Dec 2024 04:21:55 GMT

Behind The Wheel, Lisa vents her frustration at traveling through Tweed Airport in New Haven . Can you relate ?

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What You Can Do About Invasive Plants

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 21:02:42 GMT

Christian Allyn, founder of Invasive Plant Solutions, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why he created this company while a student at UCONN, how he helps homeowners rid their properties of invasive plants, and what State priorities should be.

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CT Lawyer Tim Moynahan Fights the CT Bar for Free Speech

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 21:00:22 GMT

Timothy C. Moynahan, Esq., 1 of 2 plaintiffs in a free speech case, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss how a recently legislated CT rule affects professional lawyers' First Amendment rights.

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Congressman Himes Wrapping 2024 & (of course) Drones

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 18:45:55 GMT

Representative Jim Himes joins Lisa Wexler to talk about what's going on in the House and the latest on drones.

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How PBM's Obscene Profits Relate to The Opioid Epidemic & Our Medical Debt

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 20:35:36 GMT

Lisa Wexler connects the dots between the middle-man businesses reaping exorbitant profits by pushing drugs like Oxy to the opioid crisis and debilitating medical debt.

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NatGeo's Bestselling The World Almanac and Book of Facts 2025

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 19:56:21 GMT

National Geographic editor, Sarah Janssen joins Lisa Wexler to talk about with the entire world's event in one year, how is content chosen for The World Almanac and Book of Facts? What is new in the 2025 edition?

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5.4M In Debt! Barry Knott Updates on Bridgeport's Success Village

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 19:53:02 GMT

Appointed Receiver, Barry Knott, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the investigation that led to understanding Success Village's $5.4 million debt in utilities, taxes and other creditors.

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The DR. IS IN! Chief Spinal Surgeon Tackles Stenosis, Pain Management & More

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 19:52:43 GMT

Phelps Hospital Chief of Spine Surgery, Dr. Joseph K. Lee, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about back issues, including the most common back problems, pain management, and how to prevent injury. #NorthwellHealth

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LISA ON THE LAW 12/16/24 How Much Does Your Executor Get Paid?

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 18:00:50 GMT

Lisa Wexler covers caller questions about how to determine an executor fee for an estate? How to understand if your attorney fees are too high? What if you don't agree if the judge's decisions? What is the appeals process in probate court? What is the difference between making kids beneficiaries of bank accounts instead of creating a trust? Do you always need a lawyer when a person passes?

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Korean-American Youngmi Mayer Laughs While Crying

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 17:59:58 GMT

American stand-up comedian, activist, podcast host, and social media influencer, Youngmi Mayer, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her memoir "I'm Laughing Because I'm Crying."

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BEHIND THE WHEEL: Aunt Cooky’s Chanukah Party

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 03:22:25 GMT

Behind The Wheel, Lisa leaves Aunt Cooky’s Chanukah party with thoughts of appreciation for a relative she often takes for granted . Everyone needs an Aunt Cooky in their life.

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Jaclyn Gartner Saved 750 Pets from Shelters

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 18:40:03 GMT

Jaclyn Gartner, founder of Happily Furever After Rescue Fosters, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how rescuing 1 dog changed her life and was the inspiration to help other dogs in need. #CT #animal rescue #foster care for pets

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UPWORTHY: Sharing The Best Of Humanity With The World

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 18:29:42 GMT

Gabriel Reilich, UPWORTHY Head of Content & Innovation and Lucia Knell, VP of UPWORTHY join Lisa Wexler to talk about their new instant New York Times nonfiction Bestseller, GOOD PEOPLE: Stories From the Best of Humanity.

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Windsor HS Senior Sings at Radio City & Madison Square Garden

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 21:26:44 GMT

High School senior, Alex Inyatkin, who overcame severe health issues since birth, joins Lisa Wexler with his mom Kerri Scott-Inyatkin to talk about fulfilling his dreams of singing on stage at Radio City Music Hall, the National Anthem at Madison Square Garden before a Rangers game and goals after graduation. #ct #tubular disease #seizures #autism #inspiration

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Scarlett Lewis, Newtown Mom, Chooses Love

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 21:11:09 GMT

Scarlett Lewis, who founded the Choose Love Movement after her son, Jesse, was killed at Sandy Hook Elementary School in 2012, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how she uses the Choose Love formula (Courage + Gratitude + Forgiveness + Compassion-in-Action) inspired by Jesse to get her through the holidays, and how she shares it with others in need of support.

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The Amazing Kreskin Interview: 7/11/2022

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 18:33:30 GMT

Lisa Wexler replays her interview from 2022 of The Amazing Kreskin upon learning about his death at age 89.

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Meet State Sen. Eric Berthel

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 18:21:58 GMT

GOP State Senator, Eric Berthel, sering the 32nd, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the next legislative session and his committee leadership posts.

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Teasha Bivins Honored By Bridgeport's Cardinal Shehan Center!

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 17:51:01 GMT

Bridgeport realtor, Teasha Bivens, joins Lisa Wexler on IT'S NOT JUST BLACK & WHITE with Wayne Winston just after she was honored for her community work by Bridgeport's Cardinal Shehan Center.

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Two Classic Tales, One Thrilling Holiday Mystery.

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 19:06:54 GMT

Drew McVety, AKA Sherlock Holmes in Westport County Playhouse's production of "A Sherlock Carol," joins Lisa Wexler to talk about this unique holiday theatre experience. The 2024 show runs 12/17 - 12/22 nightly at 7pm with 2pm matinees on the weekend.

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CT's New Education Committee Chair, Jennifer Leeper

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 19:06:02 GMT

State Representative serving the 132nd, Jennifer Leeper, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about being named CT's Education Committee Chair and goals for this session.

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LISA ON THE LAW 12/9/24 Elder Law Audience Question

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 19:09:26 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers an audience question about what happens to a family home if one spouse is in a nursing home on Medicaid, and the other is living in their home and dies.

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Christmas In Connecticut: A Movie Trail

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 18:12:38 GMT

Brand Director for CT's Office of Statewide Marketing & Tourism, Ellen Woolf, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the creation of America's 1st ever Movie Trail through Connecticut.

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Journalist Josh Hasten Updates On Syria From The Middle East

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 18:11:03 GMT

JNS Middle East correspondent Josh Hasten joins Lisa Wexler to discuss Syria and concern over the aftermath of the rebel takeover.

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Comptroller Scanlon Confirms Anthem/BCBS Abandoned Controversial Anesthesia Policy

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 21:28:39 GMT

CT Comptroller Sean Scanlon joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the reversal of policy by Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield when they received enormous outcry against their policy to limit coverage on anesthesia during surgery.

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WHOLE SHOW 12/5/24 Anthem Insurance Rant & Dr. Moshe Bar

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 19:31:59 GMT

Lisa Wexler covers top daily news, including the news that Anthem Insurance is limiting coverage of anesthesia during surgery (you read that right) and interviews Professor Moshe Bar about his breakthroughs in depression therapies.

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Savor Food With Chef Alison Milwe Grace

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 18:19:47 GMT

Award-winning chef, and owner of AMG Catering and Events, Alison Milwe Grace, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about publishing her first cookbook SAVOR after decades in the food industry.

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Scientist/Inventor George Lewis Uses Ultrasound to Treat Arthritis

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 18:28:04 GMT

Dr. George Lewis, ZetrOZ Systems Chief Executive Officer, Board Member and Medical Device Innovator, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how his portable ultrasound system called Sustained Acoustic Medicine (SAM) is transforming soft-tissue therapy. SAM is designed to treat patients with arthritis and chronic injuries without invasive surgeries or medication.

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Weston Thanksgiving Fire Makes International News- Meet The Chief

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 18:23:02 GMT

Weston Volunteer Fire Dept. Chief joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the huge Thanksgiving house fire in Weston that engulfed a 10,000 square foot, $3 million home.

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PURA Chair Marissa Gillett- November, 2024

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 18:10:29 GMT

PURA Chair, Marissa Gillett, and her mom - back in CT for Thanksgiving - join Lisa Wexler to talk about recent rate cases, natural gas credits owed to consumers, PURA's consumer support center, what POTS is and cooking turkeys!

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Yale Student Ami Gillon On Free Speech at Yale

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 17:59:44 GMT

Yale Sophomore, Ami Gillon, joins LIsa Wexler to talk about his new Editorial Board publication, Publius, and why he is committed to open discourse on a very progressive campus where there needs to be more ideological diversity.

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Northwell Lung Specialist Dr. Mina Answers Your Questions

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 23:24:46 GMT

THE DR. IS IN! with Northwell Health's Dr. Bushra Mina, Chairman of Medicine and Chief of Pulmonary Critical Care and Sleep Medicine at Northern Westchester Hospital. November is COPD and Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Dr. Mina joins Lisa Wexler to discuss prevention tips, signs and symptoms.

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Meet David Dall- Your Home Concierge

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 19:47:21 GMT

Total Home Management founder David Dall joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how Total Home offers a no stress option to homeownership. Think of it like concierge service for your home instead of health. David Dall, known for his HGTV appearances, explains his latest white glove services for home management. totalhomemanagementllc.net

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LISA ON THE LAW 11/25/24 From Special Needs Trusts to Debt Collection

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 19:21:33 GMT

Lisa Wexler covers audience questions about what happens to Social Security disability benefits after the person's death? How to get a will, who creates it and are possessions listed in it? How does a living trust avoid probate? If you name a beneficiary payable on death, does that protect the assets? What forms are needed? How to get your money back when the out-of-state debtor stops paying? How do you open a special needs trust fund?

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Is Your Water Free of Lead? Aquarion Reps Tell Us How to Find Out

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 21:18:03 GMT

George Logan, Director Of Community Relations at Aquarion Water Company, & Director of Water Quality, Yesher Larsen, join Lisa Wexler to explain why Aquarion sent those letters to your house alerting you of possible lead contamination. Hear the facts, and how you can discover if your own home is in danger of having lead pipes. Also a discussion on current fluroide levels in our drinking water.

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Senate Minority Leader, Stephen Harding!

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 19:02:14 GMT

Senate Minority Leader, Stephen Harding joins Lisa Wexler to discuss goals and the budget for the new session.

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How To Make Pet Adoption More Accessible

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 19:01:57 GMT

Audrey Lodato, Director, Regional Programs, Best Friends Animal Society, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the BEST FRIENDS Bring Love Home program that streamlines pet adoption into a more efficient, easier process.

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Sean Scanlon Breaks Down Election Results

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 17:35:13 GMT

Comptroller Sean Scanlon joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the way forward for Democrats, post-election, CT's budget and his future goals.

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Ordinary Mysticism in Daily Life- Mirabai Starr

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 17:27:58 GMT

Acclaimed author/teacher Mirabai Starr, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her event at Trinity Spiritual Center, “Your Life as Sacred Ground: Finding Meaning and Wonder in Daily Life,” Southport CT, 11/21 at 6:30p.

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Marianne Williamson Looks Back & Forward

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 18:05:18 GMT

Marianne Williamson joins Lisa Wexler to discuss how the DNC swayed from their traditional agenda, namely economic hardship for the working people, that gave the election to Donald Trump.

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LISA ON THE LAW 11/18/24 Power of Atty vs. Conservatorships

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 18:04:35 GMT

Lisa Wexler takes an audience call about if someone has a Power of Attorney also needs a conservatorship for people who are compromised, and what is a voluntary vs. involuntary conservatorship?

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Lennie Grimaldi Examines Election Data In Bridgeport

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 14:47:28 GMT

Only In Bridgeport's Lennie Grimaldi joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the surprising election numbers in Bridgeport and talks with a caller with an incredible Bridgeport Veteran's Day story.

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Vincent Candelora is Worried

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 14:43:29 GMT

CT House Minority Leader, Vincent Candelora, joins LIsa Wexler to talk about being reelected as GOP leader for a third term and post election goals.

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Gov Lamont & Lisa Schmooze Post- Election

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 20:11:38 GMT

Governor Ned Lamont joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the election, the Governor's future plans, whether CT's budget will stay in the black- most important of all, life as a new grandparent.

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Sen. Blumenthal Continues To Fight For The People Of CT

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 14:30:54 GMT

Senator Richard Blumenthal joins Lisa Wexler to discuss what can get done in a "lame duck" session, views on why the Democrats lost ground this election cycle, and if there should have been more disclosure about President Biden's potential health issues earlier.

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Medicare 101 - Things You Didn't Know Before!

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 23:41:28 GMT

Claire Volain, CT Dept of Aging & Disability Services' Medicare open enrollment expert, joins Lisa Wexler to go over the basics of how this agency works to help CT residents, starting with a toll-free number: 1-800-994-9422.

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Greenwich Greenifies its Post Road with Hundreds of Trees

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 21:52:57 GMT

Former Executive Director of the Greenwich Tree Conservancy, JoAnn Messina, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how the Greenwich tree Conservancy began, program goals and the great tree planting success on the Route 1!

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LISA ON THE LAW 11/11/24 Best Practices For Families With No Children & Leaving Money To Charity

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 03:08:48 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers a caller question about how to best leave money to charities if there are no children in the family.

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WHOLE SHOW 11/11/24 Walter Schuppe, Vincent Candelora, Lennie Grimaldi & LISA ON THE LAW

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 21:55:29 GMT

Lisa Wexler covers top daily news, hears incredible Veteran stories from many audience members and from guest, Walter Schuppe. Plus interviewing GOP Minority Leader, Vincent Candelora and Only in Bridgeport's Lennie Grimaldi.

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Celebrating Our Veterans 11/11/2024

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 14:36:18 GMT

Walter Schuppe, who has been collecting stories for his ‘Faces of Freedom’ project, profiling veterans, since 2019, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about our CT veterans and how he is preserving their stories.

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A Piece A Lisa: Good People On Both Sides (13 min)

Sat, 09 Nov 2024 04:17:34 GMT

In this A Piece A Lisa, caller Ruby does not understand how anybody could have voted for Donald Trump. She blames it on those voters' values. Lisa disagrees- and has some answers. An excerpt from the 11/7/24 show.

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New Children's Series: WE CAN BE KIND

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 23:08:27 GMT

David Friedman & Christina Connors join Lisa Wexler to talk about their new “We Can Be Kind” children’s series.

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CT Sen Ryan Fazio Takes a Victory Lap

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 19:48:56 GMT

State Senator Ryan Fazio, representing CT's 36th, Greenwich, Stamford & New Canaan, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his reelection win and goals for the next legislative session.

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State Sen Tony Hwang Wins Again

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 19:18:19 GMT

State Senator Tony Hwang joins Lisa Wexler after his reelection win for Connecticut’s 28th district, serving the towns of Bethel, Easton, Fairfield, and Newtown. A hard fought battle against a challenger from Gov Lamont's administration.

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Dem. Cong. Jim Himes - Right After Election Day

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 19:04:37 GMT

U.S. Representative Jim Himes joins Lisa Wexler after being reelected to serve CT's 4th congressional district. He reflects on the big national election results the night before.

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State Rep. Jennifer Leeper After Her 2024 Win!

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 18:53:11 GMT

State Representative Jennifer Leeper, serving the 132nd CT district joins Lisa Wexler and Wayne Winston to talk about the 2024 elections.

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WDUN's Martha Zoller On The 2024 Election

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 18:46:58 GMT

WDUN's conservative political pundit, Martha Zoller, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the 2024 elections.

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LISA ON THE LAW 11/4/24 Medicine Consent Laws & Who Pays Estate Bills After A Death?

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 22:03:09 GMT

Lisa Wexler goes over the proposed law to overstep patient civil rights to refuse medication and takes audience questions about how bills get paid from an estate after a death. Who gets paid first? Also, when co-executor siblings are fighting if they use their estate lawyer to intervene, will the fees come out of the whole estate or just from the portion of the sibling who is raising the issue?

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How CT Became a Biotech Hub

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 21:24:08 GMT

Jodie Gillon, President & CEO of BioCT the Trade organization for the Life Sciences industry for the State of CT, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss BioCT’s mission to catalyze and accelerate growth in the life sciences with the goal of improving human health, by fostering a rich, innovative ecosystem and promoting Connecticut as a preferred destination for life sciences exploration and innovation.

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BEHIND THE WHEEL: What Makes Sammy Run? (9 min)

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 01:00:48 GMT

Behind The Wheel, Lisa talks about ambition . What makes Sammy run, indeed ?

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Avangrid Rep Advocates For Utility Rate Hikes

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 17:37:38 GMT

Avangrid SVP of Public & Regulatory Affairs, Kim Harriman, joins Lisa Wexler to advocate for rate hikes to make capital improvements in our utility grids.

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Marijuana in CT- An Overview

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 14:24:32 GMT

Erin Gorman Kirk, CT's first-ever cannabis ombudsman, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why her office was created and what her goals are.

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Why Are Bridgeport's Teachers So Unhappy?

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 14:23:58 GMT

WICC morning host, Melissa Sheketoff, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss her in-depth investigation into the Bridgeport teacher survey as to why they have no-confidence in the new Superintendent and the Bridgeport Board of Education.

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PURA's Marissa Gillett Judges Utility Rate Hikes

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 14:23:08 GMT

PURA (Public Utilities Regulatory Authority) Chair, Marissa Gillett, joins Lisa Wexler to explain the recent draft decision on more utility rate hikes and what is at stake for you as a consumer.

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How Can We Help Teens To Be Less Anxious?

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 22:47:23 GMT

Dr. Vera Feuer, Medical Director, child & adolescent psychiatry at Northwell Health joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the launch of Northwell Health's comprehensive behavioral health program and the great need for this expansion of services.

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CT's New Healthcare Advocate, Kathy Holt!

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 22:40:54 GMT

CT's new Healthcare Advocate, Kathy Holt, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss how the OHA (office of the healthcare advocate) can help you with free services that provide advice, help with insurance denials, or anything not typical of how your insurance is supposed to work.

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CT SOTS, Stephanie Thomas, Answers Early Voting Questions

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 18:21:48 GMT

Stephanie Thomas, Connecticut’s 75th Secretary of the State, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss CT's first early voting opportunity.

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LISA ON THE LAW 10/28/24 UGMAs & Opening Up Multiple Trust Accounts

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 18:12:16 GMT

Lisa Wexler takes audience calls about what an UGMA or UTMA (uniform trust minor account) is, if you need to have multiple trustees for different trusts, and what lawyers do pro-bono work?

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Attorney Barry Knott Updates on the Success Village Crisis

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 17:59:10 GMT

Attorney Barry Knott, appointed Receiver for Success Village, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the new temp boilers that will finally provide heat and hot water, prior to replacement by the permanent boilers and an update on the common charges.

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The Kindness of Strangers (13 min)

Sat, 26 Oct 2024 02:32:45 GMT

In this weekly segment heard on Fridays, Lisa asks callers for their "Kindness of Strangers" stories. This week, we hear about a package from Dubai and a moment that could only be "b'shert". Warning: Hanky alert.

#kindness of strangers #kindness

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Exciting Plans For Norwalk's Manresa Island

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 17:52:05 GMT

Executive Director of the Manresa Island Corp., Jess Vonashek, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the former power plant being transformed into a community park.

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Lisa Speaks (8 min): Of Yoga, Pink Cocaine & The Shehecheyanu

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 02:14:11 GMT

"Lisa Speaks" about her morning yoga practice, the introduction of a new prayer, and the death of Liam Payne. Heard earlier this week on The Lisa Wexler Show.

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From Near-Death To CT Cycling "Influencer" At 71

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 18:08:18 GMT

Steve Robertson, newly minted CT cycling YouTube "influencer" at age 71 joins Lisa Wexler to discuss what inspired him to dedicate himself to inspire others.

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Newtown's Fairfield Hills Achieving Landmark Status

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 18:05:09 GMT

First Selectman, Town of Newtown, Jeffrey Capeci, joined Lisa Wexler to discuss the history of Fairfield Hills, the process of achieving landmark status and what that means for the town.

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Stephen Riggio, Former Barnes & Noble CEO

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 19:47:22 GMT

Former CEO of Barnes & Noble, Stephen Riggio, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss his life after retirement, taking on an extraordinary project of translating a major Sicilian novel from Italian into English titled: LUIGI NATOLI’S SICILIAN AVENGERS: A Novel (Books 1 and 2).

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Senior Housing Options in Fairfield County, CT

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 19:42:43 GMT

Chris Curran, Director of Senior Placement at CarePatrolCT, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about senior living options, including what a continuing care retirement community means, and finding the right placement for you or your loved one according to care needs.

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39 STEPS Opens The Westport Country Playhouse's 2024-25 Season

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 21:59:40 GMT

Westport Country Playhouse Artistic Director, Mark Shanahan, joins Lisa Wexler to kick off the Playhouse's 2024-2025 season with 39 STEPS, based on The Alred Hitchcock film.

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LISA ON THE LAW 10/21/24 Interest On Inheritance & No Notification On Family Deaths

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 19:15:53 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers audience questions about if fiduciaries have an obligation to give interest on an inheritance, what the differences are between heirs and beneficiaries, why a family member would not be notified when a family member dies, and ho are the only people entitled to receive death notices in CT? Plus can you sue a fiduciary for the decisions they make?

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CT Psychiatrist Sounds Alarm on Marijuana

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 19:13:38 GMT

Psychiatrist Dr. Christine Shapter joins Lisa Wexler to go over the most recent research on addiction and abuse of cannabis use. Lisa discusses her experience as a probate judge where she is seeing cannabis-induced psychosis in psychiatric hospitals in CT.

#marijuana #cannabis abuse #cannabis #weed #cannabis psychosis #hyperemesis

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What Is CT's Absentee Ballot Referendum?

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 18:57:50 GMT

Attorney & Mediator, Vicky Volper, joins Lisa Wexler to explain what CT's no excuse absentee voting referendum on the ballot means.

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BEHIND THE WHEEL: A Carousel of Time

Sun, 20 Oct 2024 02:33:26 GMT

Behind The Wheel, Lisa lets you into her personal life. Today she reflects on the passing of her beloved father-in-law, Jerrold Wexler, on the first day of Rosh Hashanah, and celebrating the 90th birthday of her mother, Gloria Kamen, and the end of an estrangement between close cousins.

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Wanted: More Pet Therapy Animals in CT

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 17:27:36 GMT

There is a low supply and high demand in CT for Pet Therapy teams. Annie Peters, President & CEO of Pet Partners and the Association of Animal Assisted Intervention Professionals (AAAIP), joins Lisa Wexler to talk what it takes to become a good team. Do you have a potential therapy pet? Lisa did this course with Sugar and it was one of the most gratifying experiences of her life.

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Cheaper Gas Groceries Party US Senate Candidate, Robert Finley Hyde

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 17:44:56 GMT

Robert Finley Hyde, U.S. Senate Candidate for Connecticut, Cheaper Gas Groceries Party joins Lisa Wexler to discuss why he's running.

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Advertising Legend Peter Arnell

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 17:44:38 GMT

Legendary design expert, author, photographer and Founder, Chairman and Chief Creative Officer of PETERARNELL, Peter Arnell, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his incredible career, favorite campaigns, and lifelong relationships working with successful people across the spectrum of business.

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"Hell!"o to Halloween w Nat Geo's Erika Engelhaupt

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 17:40:56 GMT

National Geographic science journalist, Erika Engelhaupt, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her latest book: GO TO HELL: A Traveler's Guide to Earth's Most Otherworldly Destinations.

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Enjoy Boating Without The Ownership Hassle!

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 19:41:31 GMT

Mitch Heffernan, owner of CAREFREE BOAT CLUBS in Old Saybrook, Bridgeport, Westport, Stamford, and Rye, NY, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how he got into boating, how to join a Carefree club, why it works so well for people new to boating, and/or those who don't want the issues and expense of boat ownership, and the sheer fun of adventure.

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Receiver Barry Knott Updates On Success Village's Crisis

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 17:58:20 GMT

Appointed Receiver for Success Village, Attorney Barry Knott, returns to The LIsa Wexler Show to talk about finding previously unknown bank accounts, possibly with more than $1 million, progress on working heat, and other priorities.

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Savet Constantine Is Running To Rep. The 42nd!

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 17:56:01 GMT

Democrat Savet Constantine joins Lisa Wexler to talk about running to serve the 42nd district: Wilton, New Canaan, and Ridgefield in the CT House of Representative.

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Curtis Sliwa On His Son & Ex-Gov. Attacked In NYC

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 17:55:28 GMT

Guardian Angels Founder, Curtis Sliwa, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the recent NYC attack on his son and ex-NY Gov. David Paterson.

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Is Light Pollution An Alzheimer’s Risk Factor?

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 16:55:33 GMT

Rush University Medical Center's Robin Voigt, PhD joins LIsa Wexler to talk about her research on how and why light pollution is a New Alzheimer’s Risk Factor.

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9/11 Mediator Ken Feinberg

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 16:36:19 GMT

Ken Feinberg, former 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Special Master, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his role in needing to place a monetary value on life cut short through tragedy, ahead of his appearance at The Westport Library's Common Ground Conversation event 10/15/24, 7PM at the Trefz Forum, Registration is free & strongly encouraged!

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LISA ON THE LAW 10/14/24 Can You Write Your Own Will?

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 17:08:17 GMT

Lisa Wexler addresses listener questions about writing your own will and living trusts vs. a will, and why towns may not notarize a will.

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Gavin Creel

Sun, 13 Oct 2024 04:30:38 GMT

Lisa remembers chatting with the late, great Gavin Creel in 2021, when he came to the Westport Country Playhouse for a fabulous one-man show. Such a loss.

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Nick Simmons for Greenwich State Senate

Sun, 13 Oct 2024 04:26:57 GMT

Democratic challenger Nick Simmons joins Lisa for a free-wheeling conversation on anti-semitism, utility prices & all those lights blasting at night off 1-95.

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Dikembe Mutombo

Sun, 13 Oct 2024 04:19:31 GMT

In this 2016 chat with basketball great Dikembe Mutombo, Lisa explores Mr. Mutombo's commitment to improving lives in his native Congo. He also talks about race in America.

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Free Alzheimer’s Educational Conf. on 10/16 in New Haven Sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 22:36:00 GMT

Chris Schneider, Director of Media Relations for the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, joins LIsa Wexler to talk about their Free Alzheimer’s Educational Conference on October 16 in New Haven.

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Rachel Khanna for 149th-Greenwich & No. Stamford

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 22:30:21 GMT

State Representative for the 149th CT district, Rachel Khanna joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her reelection campaign.

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Viking Women! Who Were They?

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 18:49:50 GMT

National Geographic science writer who specializes in archaeology, Heather Pringle, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her new book that sheds light on the little-known women of the Viking era.

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Westport Sends Help To Helene Victims

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 18:16:04 GMT

Westport Fire Department Deputy Chief Matthew Cohen joins Lisa Wexler from North Carolina to talk about aid efforts for victims after Hurricane Helene.

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Senator Tony Hwang's Reelection Bid For The 28th District

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 18:37:07 GMT

State Senator, Tony Hwang, joins LIsa Wexler to talk about his 5th term elected as State Senator, representing CT's 28th district, and his reelection campaign.

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Wilton Selectman, Kim Healy, Is Running For State Rep

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 18:18:43 GMT

Wilton Selectman, Kim Healy, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss her election campaign for State Representative for the 42nd district open seat.

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Women's Cancers with Northwell's Dr. Gizelka David-West

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 16:57:58 GMT

Back by popular demand, Dr. Gizelka David-West, gynecologic oncologist at Northwell Health, rejoins Lisa Wexler to continue their conversation on gynecologic cancer awareness and a new possibly game-changing vaccine!

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CENTERED: JOE LIEBERMAN A Documentary By Jonathan Gruber

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 16:57:41 GMT

Jonathan Gruber, Executive Producer of Black Eye Productions, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his documentary CENTERED: JOE LIEBERMAN.

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Alisyn Camerota: Her Life, Career & Latest Book

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 16:52:13 GMT

Journalist, author and CNN anchor/correspondent, Alisyn Camerota joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her experience coving hurricanes, leaving home at 16, raising her own kids, and life after the passing of her husband.

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Ryan Fazio's State Senate Re-Election Campaign

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 21:22:32 GMT

GOP incumbent State Senator, Ryan Fazio, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his re-election campaign for the 36th district.

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Author Elisa Albert on Cancelled Writers Conference

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 21:07:43 GMT

Acclaimed Author Elisa Albert joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the events that led to the literary festival panel she was set to moderate being cancelled after two authors sitting on the panel first tried to get Elisa Albert removed by demonizing her as a "Zionist" and subsequently removed themselves when that didn't work, causing the event to be cancelled.

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Success Village Receiver Barry Knott- On Access to Money

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 20:49:42 GMT

Appointed Receiver for Success Village, Attorney Barry Knott, calls in to give a detailed update on his progress.

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Ending Homelessness

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 21:02:02 GMT

Director of Strategy for Journey Home, Sarah Pavone, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about programs helping to end homelessness in CT.

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4th District GOP Congressional Candidate, Dr. Michael Goldstein!

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 02:17:26 GMT

Dr. Michael Goldstein joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his campaign to represent CT's 4th district in congress.

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LISA ON THE LAW 9/30/24

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 02:10:49 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers a listener question about how to deal with taking over finances from someone with dementia who refuses to see a doctor?

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Rob Blanchard, Running For State Senate, 28th District!

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 02:03:58 GMT

Rob Blanchard (D), candidate running for State Senate, district 28, serving Bethel, Easton, Fairfield, Newtown, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his election campaign.

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Tina Courpas, State Rep Candidate For Greenwich & Stamford!

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 02:01:32 GMT

Tina Courpas, GOP candidate running for State Representative in the 149th district, serving Greenwich and Stamford, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her election campaign.

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Receiver For Success Village Updates Progress Since Appointment

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 18:38:27 GMT

Attorney Barry Knott, appointed receiver of Success Village, joins Lisa Wexler to explain his position, the job ahead of him, and what he's encountered so far in his first few days of taking control of the complex.

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Is Alcohol Affecting Your Relationship?

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 17:53:08 GMT

Clinical Psychologist, Joseph Nowinski, PhD joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his new book: Sober Love: How to Quit Drinking as a Couple.

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A Holistic Way Of Treating Cancer

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 20:33:56 GMT

Dr. Chadi Nabhan, MD, MBA, FACP joins Lisa Wexler to discuss his new book: THE CANCER JOURNEY Understanding Diagnosis, Treatment, Recovery, and Prevention.

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Can Stamford Homeowners Use Zoning Laws To Close Marijuana Retailers?

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 20:22:42 GMT

Community Planner, Barry Michelson, joins Lisa Wexler on behalf of Stamford Neighborhoods Coalition to explain how and why they are challenging the proliferation of cannabis shops in Stamford, using zoning laws to close marijuana retail stores across CT.

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Toni Boucher Responds To Wilton Library's Vote To Drop Their First Writer-in-Residence

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 20:08:57 GMT

Wilton 1st Selectwoman, Toni Boucher, joins Lisa Wexler to follow up on her statement about Aisha Abdel Gawad, Wilton Library's first writer-in-residence, refusing to take part in a book festival panel at SUNY Albany because, according to organizers, she stated the panel’s moderator was a “Zionist.”

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Welcome To WICC Bridget Quinn!

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 19:41:13 GMT

Bridget Quinn stops in on The Lisa Wexler Show to introduce her new WICC show Newsline with Bridget Quinn M-F 12p - 2p.

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Michael Massey Makes His Case For Congress

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 19:36:17 GMT

GOP candidate, Michael Massey, running for CT's 3rd district US Senate seat, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why he is running for Congress.

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GMW Editor Weighs In On Wilton's Writer-in-Residence Controversy

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 19:25:56 GMT

Good Morning Wilton Founder & Editor, Heather Borden Hervé, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the controversy surrounding Wilton Library‘s first-ever writer-in-residence, Aisha Abdel Gawad, who refused to take part in a book festival forum at SUNY Albany because, according to organizers, she stated the panel’s moderator was a “Zionist.”

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BEHIND THE WHEEL: The Unseen Hand

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 17:54:07 GMT

Behind The Wheel, Lisa connects the dots , sharing events that happened in her personal life over the past year and why she believes there is a spiritual meaning behind all of them.

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The Epidemic Of Canceling Jewish Writers, Most Recently By Wilton Library‘s Writer-in-Residence, Aisha Abdel Gawad

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 21:53:15 GMT

The New York Times and The Free Press acclaimed journalist, Joe Nocera, returns to The Lisa Wexler Show to talk about his article that highlighted Wilton Library‘s first-ever writer-in-residence, Aisha Abdel Gawad, who refused to participate on a panel with a 'Zionist,' canceling the whole panel.

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Do You Know About The Crisis In Sudan? Most Don't.

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 21:50:17 GMT

Leni Kinzli, Communications Officer WFP Sudan, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the horrific crisis in Sudan everyone should know about, but is drown out by other world atrocities.

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LISA ON THE LAW 9/23/24

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 00:47:48 GMT

Lisa Wexler shares the 4 elements of a negligence case and answers questions about who needs a will and who doesn't? What a terminally ill person who wants to make a will should consider? What a living will and do you need a lawyer to create one? And If an asset is in both names how do you sell an asset if the asset is not going through probate?

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The Environment, Housing, Absentee Voting & Fairness For Ratepayers, Rep. Matt Blumenthal Covers All

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 19:41:22 GMT

State Representative, serving the 147th district, Matthew Blumenthal, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about adding environmental rights to our state constitution balanced with CT's housing legislation, the Absentee Voting for Everyone amendment on the ballot this fall, and ratepayer energy concerns.

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The Twilight Zone, Rod Serling & his ties to Westport, CT

Sat, 21 Sep 2024 04:01:51 GMT

Historian and award-winning author, Arlen Schumer, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about hosting The Westport Library's The Twilight Zone Symposium 9/26/24 - 9/29/24.

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Comptroller Sean Scanlon Leadership In Mental Health

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 17:32:33 GMT

Comptroller Sean Scanlon joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the mental health crisis facing CT and how to best move forward.

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How does Bankruptcy affect Success Village in Bridgeport, CT?

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 17:31:29 GMT

Rachel Ehrlich Albanese, Partner & Co-Chair, DLA PIPER, U.S. Restructuring Practice, joins Lisa Wexler to lend her insights on the ongoing crisis at Success Village that most recently left its residents with an unexpected filing for bankruptcy.

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Alice Hoffman's Must Read Anne Frank Novel

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 17:22:37 GMT

One of the most distinguished authors of our time, Alice Hoffman, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her latest novel WHEN WE FLEW AWAY, A Novel of Anne Frank Before the Diary.

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Alexis Harrison Is Running For the 132nd!

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 18:00:17 GMT

Fairfield native, Alexis Harrison, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss why she is running as the GOP candidate for the General Assembly's 132nd district.

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Westport PD Chief Addresses Threats To Westport Schools

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 20:50:32 GMT

Westport Police Chief, Foti Koskinas, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the recent threats made to Westport's public schools and why he feels Westport campuses are safe for all students.

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How The CBIA Is Supporting CT Businesses

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 20:44:24 GMT

Connecticut Business & Industry Association President and CEO, Chris DiPentima, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss what the CBIA advocates for, membership benefits and their thinktank CBIA foundation that released research pointing to a strong need to support kids who want to go straight into the job market instead of a 4 or 2 year college.

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From Monopoles to Beach Parties, Bill Gerber's Fairfield Update

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 20:27:04 GMT

Fairfield First Selectman, Bill Gerber, joins Lisa Wexler for an update on a lot of the main issues Fairfield continues to grapple with.

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LISA ON THE LAW 9/16/24

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 18:04:37 GMT

Lisa covers Rupert Murdoch's efforts to change his irrevocable trust, answers questions about wills and what happens to assets if someone dies intestate, i.e., without a will?

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What's CT's Status on Renewable Energy?

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 18:04:14 GMT

Journalist, Mike Cerulli joins Lisa Wexler to talk about Governor Lamont's decision to possibly backoff from offshore wind energy.

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Are You HSP - A Highly Sensitive Person?

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 17:01:33 GMT

Therapist Ilise Gold joins Lisa Wexler to discuss what a Highly Sensitive Person is and how to identify this innate trait in yourself and others.

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CT Transportation Comm. Garrett Eucalitto

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 16:58:31 GMT

CT Department of Transportation Commissioner, Garrett Eucalitto, joins Lisa Wexler to update on post-flood road reopenings and conditions, why CT's road signs are being renumbered and specific caller questions about road work.

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State Rep. Jennifer Leeper Running in Fairfield

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 17:22:58 GMT

State Representative, serving the 132nd district, Jennifer Leeper, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss her reelection campaign.

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WHOLE SHOW 9/11/24 Jennifer Leeper, Shelby Coleman, and Wayne Winston

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 17:19:01 GMT

Lisa Wexler covers top news, namely the Presidential debate, interviews State Rep. Jennifer Leeper and Shelby Coleman. Plus IT'S NOT JUST BLACK & WHITE with Wayne Winston and special guest Eugenia Chinsman, founder of "Sweet Mother", a charity that helps girls in Sierra Leone.

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Cy Coleman's Widow, Shelby Coleman, Celebrated In Westport

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 17:15:44 GMT

Shelby Coleman, Broadway composing giant, Cy Coleman's widow, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her late husband and his music living on, especially at The Westport Country Playhouse for their biggest fundraising event honoring Kristin Chenoweth and Mary-Mitchell Campbell 9/14/24.

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George Logan Is Running For Congress, 5th District!

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 17:12:55 GMT

Republican Congressional candidate, George Logan, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his campaign to serve CT's 5th district.

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TODAY Show Host Craig Melvin's 3rd Annual Bottoms Up Invitational, Sep 15–16, 2024!

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 17:04:19 GMT

TODAY Show Host Craig Melvin joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the 2024 3rd annual Bottoms Up Invitational, Sep 15–16, in Bridgeport and Fairfield, to raise funds for the Colorectal Cancer Alliance, in honor of his brother who died from the disease. Tix available at https://colorectalcancer.org/get-involved/events/view-all-events/bottoms-invitational

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LISA ON THE LAW 9/9/24 Real Estate & Probate; Managing Fighting Executors

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 19:24:03 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers listener calls about what probate is, and what to do about sibling contensions over a will?

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Flood update! Oxford's CREATIVE STARTS LEARNING CENTERS

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 19:05:17 GMT

Marta Saklawska, Region Director/Owner of CREATIVE STARTS LEARNING CENTERS, joins Lisa Wexler for an update on the historic CT flooding that devastated her preschool in Oxford.

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Pets Can Use Words To Tell Us What They Want

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 18:45:01 GMT

Cognitive scientist, Federico Rossano, Founder and Director at Comparative Cognition Lab at UC San Diego, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his research on how pets communicate with people. Not only can they tell us what they want, but they can also ask questions. For more information on which kits might be best to use: https://cclab.ucsd.edu/pet-cognition-communication/

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What Can We Do About Criminal Street Takeovers?

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 18:04:39 GMT

State Senator Paul Cicarella joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how CT is dealing with plaguing street takeovers that are occuring more and more.

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Lisa Speaks: A More Perfect Union

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 13:30:58 GMT

Lisa ties together Tucker Carlson’s promotion of a fraudulent historian, JetBlue’s changing of map names in Israel, and the Chinese spies in the NY Governor’s office . Hear her rant . (12 min).

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When Will You Get A Break On Crazy Electric Bills?

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 19:16:23 GMT

State Representative Jonathan Steinberg joins Lisa Wexler after his meeting with Governor Lamont to discuss what can be done about CT's surging electric bills.

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Kristin Chenoweth at Westport Playhouse

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 18:55:26 GMT

Westport Country Playhouse Artistic Director, Mark Shanahan, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about The Playhouse's biggest fundraising event of the year: The Best Is Yet To Come, honoring Tony Award-winning star Kristin Chenoweth and Drama Desk Award-winning music director Mary-Mitchell Campbell, with F. Murray Abraham, Laura Benanti, Raúl Esparza, Norm Lewis, Bonnie Milligan, Debra Monk, and Lillias White! September 14th, 7p.

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THE DR. IS IN!Gyno Cancer doc Dr. Gizelka David-West,

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 18:48:46 GMT

It's Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month! Northwell Health's Dr. Gizelka David-West, a gynecologic oncologist, joins Lisa Wexler to educate people about gynecologic cancers, their symptoms, risk factors, prevention, and early detection.

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Meet the Man Behind WICC Radio

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 18:37:20 GMT

Connoisseur Communications Partners Founder and CEO, Jeff Warshaw, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about WICC's transition to include 95.9FM, The Voice of CT, and the importance of local radio.

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Free Parties & Programs At The 2024 Annual Bridgeport Film Fest!

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 17:23:30 GMT

Artistic Director/Founder, Jason Coombs, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the new, expanding 2024 Bridgeport Film Festival in its 4th year, with lots of great food and fun beyond the curated films.

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Everything CT with Maven Tom Dudchik

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 00:29:45 GMT

CT Capitol Report's Publisher/Editor, Tom Dudchik, joins Lisa Wexler to celebrate the launch of WICC "The Voice of CT" and the first day expanding on 95.9FM.

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Sen. Richard Blumenthal Responds To 6 Israeli Hostages Murdered By Hamas

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 00:25:47 GMT

Senator Richard Blumenthal joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the six hostages held in Gaza who were found murdered by Hamas, and the importance of reporting damage due the CT's historic flooding to the federal government.

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BEHIND THE WHEEL: September Song (12 min )

Sun, 01 Sep 2024 00:44:42 GMT

Behind The Wheel, Lisa shares details of her personal life. Today she reflects on the meaning of September .

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KINDNESS OF STRANGERS 8/30/24

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 19:50:42 GMT

Lisa Wexler takes callers for Friday's segment, Kindness of Strangers and hears about how two listeners meet unexpectedly when they recognize each other's voice from the show. Very cool.

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Nick Wehry: Connecticut's Own Professional Eater

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 19:16:23 GMT

Professional Eater Nick Wehry, right off a competition with a grizzly bear, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how he went from a body building career to competitive eating, and still is in the best shape of his life.

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PURA Chair Marissa Gillett : an EXCLUSIVE

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 22:23:35 GMT

PURA Chair, Marissa Gillett, who has been all over the headlines, EXCLUSIVELY joins Lisa Wexler to discuss all aspects of your utility bill, laws governing utility rate increases, and the importance of customers participating in PURA's dockets. She also takes questions from the public.

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LISA ON THE LAW 8/26/24 : How to Obtain Custody of Remains in CT

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 04:14:28 GMT

Lisa Wexler takes a call about how CT probate court works and designating custody of remains & a due diligent search for a will.

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Themis Klarides' Family Business Flooded!

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 04:09:04 GMT

Themis Klarides joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the historic CT flood that devastated her family business.

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CarePatrol's Chris Curran Senior Living & Homecare Options

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 04:39:35 GMT

CarePatrol CT's Chris Curran joins Lisa Wexler to talk about senior placement choices, Quinnipiac's Students-in-Residence program, and homecare.

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CT Delegate Dita Bhargava's DNC Update From Chicago

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 04:26:56 GMT

CT Delegate, Dita Bhargava, calls Lisa Wexler from the DNC in Chicago.

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WHOLE SHOW 8/21/24 Chris Curran, Dita Bhargava, & Wayne Winston.

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 04:00:39 GMT

Lisa Wexler covers top daily news and interviews CarePatrol's Chris Curran, Dita Bhargava at the DNC & Wayne Winston.

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Live From The DNC, Lt. Governor, Susan Bysiewicz

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 04:54:44 GMT

Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz calls Lisa Wexler live to report from the DNC in Chicago.

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CT Delegate, Melissa Kane, Live From The DNC

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 04:50:21 GMT

CT delegate, Melissa Kane, updates Lisa Wexler live from the DNC in Chicago.

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What's Picking At Silverman's Farm?

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 04:47:35 GMT

Owner of Silverman's Farm, Irv Silverman, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the farm's history and future, and what's happing right now.

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Pitmaster Extraordinaire “Big Moe” Cason!

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 04:37:47 GMT

Celebrated pitmaster, “Big Moe” Cason, America's joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his debut cookbook, Big Moe’s Big Book of BBQ.

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Sen. Hwang Tours Flood Damage

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 20:52:25 GMT

Sen. Tony Hwang joins LIsa Wexler to talk about touring roadway flood damage and urges everyone to take precaution due to the storm devastation.

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Wilton Hit Hard By Surprise Historic Flooding

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 20:50:14 GMT

GoodMorningWilton Editor, Heather Borden Hervé, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the unexpected Wilton flooding that took everyone by surprise.

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WICC's Meteorologist, Paul Piorek, Explains CT's Unexpected, Historic Flooding

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 20:42:28 GMT

WICC's Meteorologist, Paul Piorek, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the unexpected, historic Connecticut flooding.

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Artist Brechin Morgan's Mission To Save His 1978 Norwalk Mural

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 18:30:33 GMT

Artist Brechin Morgan joins LIsa Wexler to talk about the historic Norwalk mural he painted in 1978, on the wall of what became Donovan’s pub, and his journey to continue to restore it.

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Women's Hall Of Fame Inductee With A New Docuseries About her!

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 18:12:56 GMT

Lakpa Sherpa joins Lisa Wexler to talk about being the first woman to summit Mt. Everest 10 times and now has a Netflix documentary series about her.

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Fed Judge Reams UCLA for Barring Jews from Campus (10 min)

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 04:50:43 GMT

In a one-two punch today, a Stamford Dem State Rep tells her constituents not to vote for any Jews, ever. And UCLA argues that it's perfectly OK to bar Jewish students from campus because "third-party protestors" are the real culprits. Luckily, a federal judge wholeheartedly disagrees. What's going on here? #anti-semitism #UCLA #stamford politics

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Stamford Dem Tells Voters Not to Vote for Jews- In Spanish!

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 04:27:37 GMT

Lisa leaves Wayne speechless re: Democrat Anabel Figueroa's speech during her Stamford State Rep campaign. Caller Dottie from Fairfield is quite moved by the conversation. #anti-semitism #ct politics #racial prejudice

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Chris Fuller Performs "Cheese Fries & Chili Dips" 8/22 & 23, Westport Playhouse!

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 18:51:09 GMT

Chris Fuller returns to The Lisa Wexler Show to talk about his latest performance of his one-man show: Cheese Fries & Chili Dips at The Westport Playhouse, August 22 & 23.

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Melissa Longo Is Running For House Seat, District 134!

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 18:49:52 GMT

Melissa Longo (R), running for Connecticut’s 134th State House district, serving parts of Fairfield and Trumbull, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss her campaign.

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Lights Out CT's New 5-day Student Lesson Plan

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 08:10:16 GMT

Westport teacher, Catherine Ferreri, and Lights Out CT Co-Chair, Meredith Barges, join Lisa Wexler to discuss their new 5-day middle school lesson plan for science classrooms to promote learning on light pollution and its impacts on migratory birds.

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Learn How To Manage Your Forest

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 08:09:36 GMT

Michael Zarfos, Executive Director, Great Mountain Forest, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about The Woodland Academy, which teaches CT residents how to be the best steward of your forested property.

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Attorney General Tong Responds To The Success Village Crisis

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 01:45:15 GMT

Attorney General William Tong joins Lisa Wexler to talk about CT's response to the opioid crisis, Success Village, and solar power fraud

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LISA ON THE LAW 8/12/24 Legal Options For Schizophrenia & Protecting Assets Of Elderly Parents

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 18:44:42 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers listener calls about legal options for people with Schizophrenia and how best to protect assets of elderly parents.

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Rep. Sarah Keitt's Re-election Campaign For CT's 134th

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 17:40:10 GMT

Representative Sarah Keitt joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her reelection campaign for CT's 134th district serving Fairfield, Trumbull, and Southport.

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Lisa Goes To KCon in LA

Sun, 11 Aug 2024 20:32:32 GMT

Just back from KCON in LA, Lisa Wexler gives the scoop on why she took off with her sister Jill Zarin to step into the shoes of K-drama and K-pop fans everywhere.

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Sen. Blumenthal Tests New DUI Car Sensors

Fri, 09 Aug 2024 21:08:13 GMT

Senator Richard Blumenthal joins Lisa Wexler to talk about banning weighted infant sleep products and testing a new car that can tell if you are drunk and won't let you drive. Do you think you have a right to drive drunk? What if the car refuses to let you?

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Rep. Jonathan Steinberg on How to Reduce Utility Bills

Fri, 09 Aug 2024 20:54:43 GMT

Representative Jonathan Steinberg joins Lisa Wexler to explain why electricity bills went up so dramatically and what CT can do about it. He is open to a special session just to discuss this issue, and floats the idea of asking PURA to reconsider their decision spreading the hike over only 10 months.

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Mayor Erin Stewart Protests Utility Bill Increase

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 21:29:28 GMT

New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart joins Lisa Wexler to discuss her thoughts on the recent utility bill increases that are shocking CT residents.

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Comptroller Sean Scanlon on Ways to Spend the Surplus

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 19:44:39 GMT

Comptroller, Sean Scanlon, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss CT's rainy day fund and DDS funding.

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Meet Kami Evans, Republican Choice for the 26th

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 17:32:44 GMT

GOP candidate, Kami Evans, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss why she is running for CT's 26th district state senate seat, which includes 8 towns in Fairfield County.

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Don Poland Explains Zoning Study

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 17:31:22 GMT

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Sen. Henri Martin On CT's Census Mistakes

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 17:51:07 GMT

Senator Henri Martin, district 31, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the recent discovery of several census mistakes and how they affect CT.

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Ross Colbert Racing Horses in Mongolia

Sat, 03 Aug 2024 02:38:31 GMT

Ross Colbert joins Lisa Wexler live from Mongolia as he competes in the 2024 Mongolia Derby, the world's longest horse race. Hear about this incredible feat.

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Test Your Water, Especially Wells!

Sat, 03 Aug 2024 02:38:01 GMT

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The 15th Annual Easton Farm Tour!

Sat, 03 Aug 2024 02:37:29 GMT

Easton Farm Tour Chair, Ellie Susmeyer, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about Easton's 15th annual farm tour.

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BEHIND THE WHEEL: Amazing Grace (11 min)

Sat, 03 Aug 2024 02:24:27 GMT

Behind The Wheel, Lisa has just had an extraordinary experience judging a commitment hearing in a psychiatric hospital. Hear about it .

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State Sen. Ceci Maher's Reelection Campaign

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 18:00:38 GMT

State Senator representing CT's 26th District, Ceci Maher, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her reelection campaign.

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Ernie Newton Wants To Get His Senate Seat Back

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 17:43:44 GMT

Bridgeport City Council President Pro-Temp, Ernie Newton, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss his campaign to regain his State Senate seat.

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PURA Chair, Marissa Gillett, On The New Hire!

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 17:38:13 GMT

Public Utilities Regulatory Authority Chair, Marissa Gillett, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about having a new commissioner, which will make a team of 4 temporarily, her recent dissent, and what is coming up this fall.

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Chris Peritore Is Running To Serve The 135th!

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 17:26:36 GMT

Registered Independent, Republican endorsed candidate, Chris Peritore, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why he is running to serve CT's district 135, serving Weston, Redding, and Easton

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Anne Hughes, Representing CT's 135th!

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 22:47:32 GMT

State Representative for the 135th district, Anne Hughes, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss her reelection campaign.

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CII Investigates CT's Right To Read Waiver Controversy

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 22:44:40 GMT

Connecticut Inside Investigator reporter, Katherine Revello, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss her in-depth report on CT's Right to Read waiver decisions.

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Lisa Dissects Venezula's Election

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 17:24:00 GMT

Lisa Wexler explains Venezuela's contested election.

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LISA ON THE LAW 7/29/24 Supreme Court Reform, Special Needs Trusts

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 18:12:21 GMT

Lisa Wexler explains President's Biden's plan to reform the Supreme Court and answers a question about how disability benefits may affect a pension fund and the best local resources to get information, and who to do go to draft a special needs trust.

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The Goat Cuddling Business

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 17:40:30 GMT

Aaron and Liz Syman of Syman Says Farms join Lisa Wexler to talk about how they became parents to 35 goats and added cuddling to farm visiting options.

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CT169Strong Calls For Collaboration & Inclusivity In Housing Legislation

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 20:23:23 GMT

CT169Strong Founder, Maria Weingarten, joins Lisa Wexler to warn CT residents about following NJ's unfortunate housing legislation outcome of raised taxes, raised mill rates and a lot of lawsuits.

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How To Divorce Amicably

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 17:35:25 GMT

IROOZE Founder, Divorce Scientist, Coach, Mentor & Author, Ravit Rose, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why she created the Irooze divorce community after her own awful divorce, to help people get divorced without the expensive lawyers and nastiness.

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Fixing Toxic Brownfields Naturally With Mushrooms

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 17:29:40 GMT

Environmental scientist, Danielle Stevenson, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how fungi can remediate brownfields.

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Jim Himes Endorses Kamala Harris After Calling For Biden To Step Down

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 22:30:14 GMT

Congressman Jim Himes joins Lisa Wexler to talk about being one of the first to ask President Biden to step away from his reelection campaign and now endorsing Kamala Harris.

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Sen. Blumenthal Responds To Biden Stepping Away From Campaign

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 22:28:15 GMT

Senator Richard Blumenthal joins Lisa Wexler to talk about President Biden stepping down from his campaign and Kamala Harris stepping in.

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What Is The “Please Be Kind!” Campaign Spreading Across CT?

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 18:20:48 GMT

Community Volunteers United founder, Ken Engelman, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why he created the “Please Be Kind!” campaign and how it is spreading throughout CT.

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What "Surprise" Was In Toni Boucher's Wilton Newsletter?

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 18:19:33 GMT

Wilton First Selectwoman, Toni Boucher, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss recent Planning & Zoning conversations with the community that caused controvery.

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How To Age In Place In CT

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 18:15:15 GMT

State Senator, Kevin Kelly, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the importance of CT's new law, HB 5001, to our senior citizen community.

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LISA ON THE LAW What if an Executor Ignores An Asset?

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 22:11:43 GMT

Lisa Wexler responds to a sister who wants to know what happens when her brother's executor ignores an asset of the estate. #fiduciaryresponsibilities #newfiduciarycertificates #afterdiscoveredassets

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Innovation: Converting Gelatin Into Clothing Fabric

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 21:10:56 GMT

PhD student at the University of Colorado, Boulder ATLAS INSTITUTE, Eldy Lazaro Vasquez, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her transformational research into fashion made of biofibers that employ "lifecycle materials" that will dissolve after use into reusable material.

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Challenging CA's New Law Prohibiting Schools from Telling Parents About Gender Preference Changes

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 21:09:56 GMT

Emily Rae, Senior Counsel at the Liberty Justice Center, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss her role as lead attorney on the case against CA's new legislation which prevents schools from notifying parents about their children's gender identity requests.

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Mike Kalaman, AKA The Last CT Lobsterman

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 20:28:06 GMT

Lobsterman Mike Kalaman joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why the lobsters died out from the Sound and why they have not been able to rebound.

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State Senator Herron Keyon Gaston Ahead Of His August Primary

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 20:22:04 GMT

State Senator Herron Keyon Gaston joins Lisa Wexler to discuss his breadth of education, upcoming primary, life as a pastor, the Success Village crisis, Remington Woods, and being single.

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The Origins Of Your Favorite Musicals

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 20:15:39 GMT

Laurence Maslon, an arts professor at the Graduate Acting Program at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his show "They Made It A Musical!" A concert celebrating Broadway’s greatest musicals and the works that inspired them, running at the Westport Country Playhouse, Thursday, July 18 - Saturday, July 20 at 8pm (additional show 3p Saturday).

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Bob Yamin Checks In Live From The RNC

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 20:15:10 GMT

Danbury delegate, Bob Yamin, joins Lisa Wexler from the Republican National Convention to provide up-to-the-minute information.

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CT GOP Chair Ben Proto Checks In From The RNC

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 18:33:25 GMT

CT GOP Chair, Ben Proto, joins Lisa Wexler from the Republican National Convention to talk about changes in the GOP platform.

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Sen. Blumenthal On Uniting America

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 18:31:10 GMT

Senator Richard Blumenthal joins Lisa Wexler to discuss new OSHA excessive heat protections for workers, his thoughts on President Biden, and needing answers to how Thomas Crooks nearly assassinated Donald Trump at his PA rally.

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Sid Rosenberg Checks In From The GOP Convention

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 18:21:40 GMT

WABC talk show host, Sid Rosenberg, joins Lisa Wexler live from the Republican National Convention to talk about who he's mingling with, what they are saying, Trump's VP pick, and heightened security.

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*OPEN TO ALL: WHOLE SHOW 7/12/24 Rep. Jim Himes Kicks Off A Community Conversation On If Biden Should Step Aside

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 16:43:09 GMT

Congressman Jim Himes starts the show, clarifying his call for President Biden to exit the presidential race. Callers follow with their opinions as to the various aspects of this decision. A wide-ranging discussion on a very controversial, timely topic. Hear what your neighbors think.

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Why Cong. Himes Thinks Biden Should Quit

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 16:34:48 GMT

Representative Jim Himes joins Lisa Wexler to clarify his statement, that immediately followed President Biden's 7/11 press conference, asking the President to step away from his reelection campaign.

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Dr. Gary Stallings II Announces Northwell's New Residency for Internists

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 23:15:02 GMT

Northwell Health's Dr. Gary Stallings II, recognized regionally and nationally for his contributions to medical education joins Lisa Wexler to talk about launching Northern Westchester Hospital's first internal medicine residency program. He also takes caller questions about their health problems.

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Jennifer Sey Speaks Up, Again

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 23:13:17 GMT

Author, Speaker, Filmmaker, and Founder/CEO of XX-XY Athletics, Jennifer Sey joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her journey from suffering systemic abuse as a champion gymnast to becoming an advocate for women and children as a result of her experience. She is furious with Tik Tok for not allowing her to advertise a message that women's sports should be for women only.

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Sandy Hook mom Scarlett Lewis Chooses Love

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 18:18:19 GMT

Scarlett Lewis, Founder & Chief Movement Officer at the Jesse Lewis Choose Love Movement, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about what Choosing Love means after her 6 year old son was murdered at Sandy Hook Elementary School on December 14, 2012.

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The Fairfield County Real Estate Scam That Rocked The Industry

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 21:13:21 GMT

Trumbull lawyer Anthony Monelli was scammed when he thought he was representing a legitimate seller of property, only to discover that he was really dealing with a fraudster from another country. Now he lectures other attorneys on how to avoid the same fate. Hear this exclusive insider chat about the infamous Fairfield Skytop Trail real estate fraud case he became tangled up in, and how it was resolved.

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Westport Library Saugatuck Scribe, Aline Weiller!

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 23:54:54 GMT

Award-winning essayist, author, comedian, Aline Weiller, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her new book, FUN, and being part of The Westport Library Saugatuck Scribe event, Wednesday, 7/17 at 7pm.

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BEHIND THE WHEEL: Divorcing The New York Times

Sat, 29 Jun 2024 23:24:48 GMT

Behind The Wheel, Lisa talks about her lifelong relationship with The New York Times and why she is so unhappy with the newspaper . (16 min ) Podcast only .

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When Rape Victims Get Accused of False Reporting

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 16:47:52 GMT

Founder of Jane Doe No More, Donna Palomba, and Representative Eleni Kavros DeGraw join Lisa Wexler to discuss CT's new landmark sexual assault law supporting victims, that could be a model for other states.

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George Latimer Takes a Victory Lap

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 20:41:39 GMT

Exclusive! Congressional candidate George Latimer joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his significant Democratic primary win over Jamaal Bowman the day after the election.

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Le Woof Founder Hila Raz Harris Talks Organic Dog Products

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 20:40:47 GMT

Le Woof Founder and Fairfield, CT resident Hila Raz Harris, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the inspiration for her new organic dog grooming line of products.

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Robin Kencel Crowned 2024 Ms. Connecticut Senior America Pageant

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 18:32:33 GMT

Robin Kencel, winner of the 2024 Ms. Connecticut Senior America Pageant, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss why she entered the pageant and what she will do with the title.

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Search & Rescue Dive Master Dr. Michael Cassetta

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 21:14:41 GMT

Dr. Michael Cassetta, Asst. Chief Newtown Underwater Search & Rescue, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about CT's specialized water rescue teams, their mission, and easy tips to prevent drowning, and possibly save others in the water.

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On Reggie Jackson's Memories of Birmingham Racism

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 21:13:32 GMT

In this week's "It's Not Just Black & White", Wayne Winston highlights Reggie Jackson's recently revealed memories of devastating racism he experienced that could have killed his incredible career, and ruined his life.

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Utilities Update With PURA Chair Marissa Gillett 6/26/24

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 20:21:46 GMT

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CT Comptroller Sean Scanlon on Mental Health

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 19:46:24 GMT

Comptroller Sean Scanlon joins Lisa Wexler to talk about combating the stigma of mental health, especially among first responders who are most affected by suicide.

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Israeli Journalist Ruthie Blum Reports

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 19:40:58 GMT

Award-winning American-Israeli journalist joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the new Israeli Supreme Court decision and an on-the-ground, real-time picture of the war and Israeli politics.

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LISA ON THE LAW 6/24/24 Beneficiaries Who Supersede A Will, The Secure Act & Escrow Accounts

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 21:55:16 GMT

Lisa Wexler on the role of a conservator in paying for care, and how escrow accounts work. She also discusses the ethical vs. legal duties of fiduciaries. #beneficiaryvswill #escrowtaxes #roleofconservator #ethicsvslegalconservatorconcerns

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Norwalk Superintendent Dr. Alexandra Estrella

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 21:17:50 GMT

Dr. Alexandra Estrella, Superintendent of Norwalk Schools, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the current state of Norwalk Public Schools, dual-language programs for multi-language students, and cell phones in schools.

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Republican Sen. Min. Leader Stephen Harding

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 21:17:00 GMT

State Senator Stephen Harding, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the upcoming special session, the new CT social media bill, paid sick-leave changes, and tax law.

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WHOLE SHOW 6/21/24 Sen. Richard Blumenthal & KINDNESS OF STRANGERS

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 17:32:22 GMT

Lisa Wexler covers top daily news and interviews Senator Richard Blumenthal on Russia's rising threat to democracies. Lisa catches you up on the news you might have missed during the week. Plus KINDNESS OF STRANGERS.

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Sen. Blumenthal Declares Russia A State Sponsor Of Terror

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 17:23:19 GMT

Senator Richard Blumenthal joins Lisa Wexler to discuss why he and Senator Lindsey Graham are co-sponsoring a bill to designate Russia a state sponsor of terror.

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How Will We Live... Forever?

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 18:03:25 GMT

Founder, President and Chief Science Officer of the Longevity Escape Velocity (LEV) Foundation, Dr. Aubrey de Grey joins Lisa Wexler to discuss life extension research around the world and how far off we are from achieving significant steps forward.

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What Power Foods Reduce Appetite, Trap Calories & Increase Calorie Burn?

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 18:00:55 GMT

Neal Barnard, MD joins Lisa Wexler to discuss his new book: The Power Foods Diet: The Breakthrough Plan that Traps, Tames, and Burns Calories for Easy and Permanent Weight Loss.

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"It's not about being a model. It's about being a role model." - Shavana Clarke Miss CT USA

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 19:13:41 GMT

Shavana Clarke, crowned Miss CT USA April, 2024, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about doing pageants since age 2, being the first openly gay Miss CT USA winner, being a mental health advocate after her own struggles, and moving on to the Miss USA contest.

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Sophie B. Hawkins Has a New Musical

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 18:37:27 GMT

Grammy winning Sophie B. Hawkins joins Lisa Wexler to talk about Westport and her upcoming performance at The Westport Country Playhouse of her new musical “Birds of New York” 6/25 at 7pm.

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Trapped By An Anti-Semitic Mob At The Nova Exhibition

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 18:26:56 GMT

WABC's real estate maven and podcaster, Suzanne Miller, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about being trapped by an intimidating mob protesting outside the Nova Exhibition. As the daughter of Holocaust survivors herself, Suzanne feels like this was a nightmare that came to real life.

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How does Wind Power Affect Our Wildlife?

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 20:35:01 GMT

National Wildlife Federation lead climate and energy policy advisor, Shannon Heyck-Williams, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how CT's move to renewables affects our wildlife.

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Why are Boys (and Men) So Lonely?

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 20:32:39 GMT

Author, essayist, cultural critic,Ruth Whippman, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss her The New York Times guest essay Boys Get Everything, Except the Thing That’s Most Worth Having. Guess what that is?

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Bridgeport's 2024 Juneteenth Grand Marshall, Dr. Immacula Cann!

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 00:10:26 GMT

Dr. Immacula Cann joins Lisa Wexler and Wayne Winston to talk about being named Grand Marshall of Bridgeport's 2024 Juneteenth parade and how she is helping her community with this opportunity.

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NYC Subway Mob Targets "Zionists" (Show excerpt)

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 18:43:59 GMT

Lisa Wexler speaks out against the NYC subway hate-chanting mob and the downtown Manhattan mob outside an October 7th museum exhibit where a mob also intimidatingly called for the removal of Zionists. Isn't the slogan, If You See Something, Say Something?. It's time for all of us to speak out.

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Medicare/Medicaid Need To Know Benefits

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 18:26:36 GMT

Ron Rubano, Medicare Consulting and Sales Representative, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the Medicare and Medicaid benefits people are not aware they can get at all or more of.

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Save Our Trees with Vicky McCarthy

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 14:27:56 GMT

SaveATree arborist and Master Gardner, Vicky McCarthy, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about what is currently attacking our trees, how to save them and some great gardening tips!

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Is A "Butt Influencer" an artist? Ask Bianca Bosker At The Westport Library 6/11/24 at 7pm

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 19:12:06 GMT

Bestselling author, Bianca Bosker, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her latest book: GET THE PICTURE ahead of her Westport Library event, 6/11/24 at 7pm. Lisa and Bianca debate if a "butt influencer" Bianca encounters should be called an artist.

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The Dr. Is In! Northwell Health Urologist, Dr. Mark Nogueira

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 18:56:30 GMT

How many kidneys does a human actually need to live? Dr. Mark Nogueira, a minimally invasive urologic oncology specialist at Northern Westchester Hospital, joins Lisa Wexler for THE DR. IS IN.

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Rep Jim Himes: Success Village's Nightmare & D-Day

Sun, 09 Jun 2024 02:14:33 GMT

Congressman Jim HImes joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the ongoing crisis at Success Village, remembering D-Day and world politics.

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BEHIND THE WHEEL: Shaina Jumps The Fence (13 min)

Sat, 08 Jun 2024 23:18:32 GMT

Behind The Wheel, Lisa tells you what happened this week when her beloved bichon, Shaina, jumped the fence. Freedom vs. Security: the age- old question.

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"Israel Friends" Founder Kyle Blank

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 17:55:50 GMT

Executive Director of Israel Friends, Kyle Blank, joins Lisa Wexler to explain how IsraelFriends.us began, what the nonprofit's missions are, and key programs after 9 months of war to help Israelis through crisis.

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Sen. Kevin Kelly On Huge Legislative Wins For Seniors

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 22:53:38 GMT

State Senator Kevin Kelly joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the Aging in Place bills CT just passed after 13 years of work and The Success Village crisis.

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Salah Bachir Reminisces About Friendships With CT's Biggest Stars

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 22:52:50 GMT

Activist/author, Salah Bachir, joins LIsa Wexler to talk about his extraordinary life meeting extraordinary people, his Lebanese heritage, and being a gay activist.

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Sen Blumenthal Attends 80th Anniversary of D-Day

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 19:13:29 GMT

Senator Richard Blumenthal joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the 80th anniversary of D-Day he'll attend in Normandy and Success Village.

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Sister Authors, Liv Constantine, Set Their Latest in CT

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 19:32:58 GMT

International bestselling authors, sisters Lynne and Valerie Constantine, join Lisa Wexler to talk about the sequel to their bestselling novel, THE NEXT MRS PARRISH set in a fictional CT town.

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The Success Village Crisis Update

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 19:29:39 GMT

Melissa Sheketoff joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the ongoing crisis surrounding the private Bridgeport co-op, Success Village, where residents have been without hot water and heat for over 30 days.

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LISA ON THE LAW 6/3/24: How to Avoid Probate & Give the House to Your Kids

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 18:39:10 GMT

Lisa Wexler covers a breach of contract question, a question about options for gifting a house to your kids, and transfering money upon death. #breachofcontract #deedtotrust #giftinghomes #todaccount

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Why Kevin Rennie Took 50 Years To Write About His Brother's Death

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 18:26:43 GMT

Journalist Kevin Rennie joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his brother's death 50 years ago, thoughts on the Trump verdict, "Treegate," and the history of why CT's domestic violence laws changed.

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BEHIND THE WHEEL: I think that I shall never see…

Sun, 02 Jun 2024 03:03:09 GMT

Lisa takes you Behind The Wheel

to share her appreciation of trees . With apologies to both Joyce Kilmer and Joyce Carol Oates. You’ll hear why . 7 min. Podcast only

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Playwright Tony Kushner Talks Trump & Spielberg

Fri, 31 May 2024 19:44:14 GMT

Acclaimed author/writer/playwright Tony Kushner joins Lisa Wexler ahead of his event at The Westport County Playhouse, “In Conversation with Tony Kushner,” 6/6, 8pm. They discuss Kushner's thoughts on the criminal verdict of Donald Trump, and his wide collaboration with Steven Spielberg. A must for film buffs.

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Meet Bridgeport Police Chief Roderick Porter

Fri, 31 May 2024 19:34:59 GMT

Bridgeport Police Chief Roderick Porter joins Lisa Wexler to talk about officer recruitment, challenges in law enforcement and his role in the community.

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How Smart Are Our Dogs?

Fri, 31 May 2024 19:18:28 GMT

Science writer, Jennifer Holland, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her new book: DOG SMART, Life-Changing Lessons in Canine Intelligence. Hear about their ability to detect Parkinson's disease!

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Why Are Insurers Dictating Our Healthcare?

Thu, 30 May 2024 16:37:42 GMT

Comptroller Sean Scanlon joins LIsa Wexler to discuss CT's mental health crisis and work towards other public health insurance options.

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Senior Living Options & Borrowing Medical Devices At No Cost

Wed, 29 May 2024 17:38:42 GMT

CarePatrol CT's Chris Curran joins Lisa Wexler to talk about options for senior care, new Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services mandates & durable medical supply lending closets in Fairfield County.

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Marissa Gillett 5/29/24 Electric Bill Transparency

Wed, 29 May 2024 17:30:06 GMT

PURA Chair, Marissa Gillett, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the new electric bill format that shows 4 categories and transparency of where your money is going.

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The Italian-Americans Who Settled In Stamford

Tue, 28 May 2024 18:19:04 GMT

Italian-American author, Anthony Socci, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his book, United We Stand, Pre WW II Chronicles of the Italian Colony of Stamford. Talk to Anthony at his book signing at the Stamford History Center on June 2nd. 2 - 4p.

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Do Jewish Students Still Feel Welcome At Yale?

Tue, 28 May 2024 18:17:19 GMT

Uri Cohen, Executive Director, Joseph Slifka Center for Jewish Life at Yale, joins LIsa Wexler to talk about how the Jewish community was affected during protests at Yale.

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Reliving October 7th via The Nova Exhibit (12 min, Show Excerpt)

Sun, 26 May 2024 03:04:53 GMT

Lisa Wexler recounts her trip into NYC to attend a special event at The Nova Exhibit, authentically reflecting the October 7th massacre at the Nova Music Festival.

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When Do You Tell The Truth? (8 min, Show Excerpt)

Fri, 24 May 2024 17:08:11 GMT

Lisa Wexler recounts a personal story of owning up to a mistake while working at a prestigious law firm, noting why it is imperative to have that moral courage in leadership. She makes those reflections after her interview this week with James Comey.

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Tips to Help You Regulate Your Emotions

Fri, 24 May 2024 16:26:23 GMT

Ethan Kross, Prof. of Psychology & Management/Organizations, Social Work & Psychology, University of Michigan, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his research that elevates your quality of life with simple ways to self-regulate troubling thoughts and emotions.

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Don't Miss Summer Events At The Westport County Playhouse!

Fri, 24 May 2024 16:24:03 GMT

Mark Shanahan, The Westport Country Playhouse's artistic director, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about summer events for all interests and ages.

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Matthew Corey Is Running For The U.S. Senate

Thu, 23 May 2024 17:40:35 GMT

Matthew Corey joins Lisa Wexler to explain why he's primarying Gerry Smith to run against Chris Murphy for his U.S. senate seat.

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WHOLE SHOW 8/22/2017 Jill Zarin & Jean Twenge

Thu, 23 May 2024 16:55:12 GMT

Lisa Wexler covers top news and interviews Jill Zarin & Jean Twenge. Renowned sociologist Jean Twenge coined the phrase, the "I-gen" generation , to document the decline in social skills amongst the kids in the first i-phone generation. A must hear.

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Why Gerry Smith Is Running For U.S. Senate

Wed, 22 May 2024 20:14:11 GMT

Gerry Smith joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his campaign to run for the U.S. Senate.

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Time to Ban Cell Phones in Schools? This psychologist says Yes.

Tue, 21 May 2024 17:12:50 GMT

Tracy Brenner, Psy.D. Licensed Clinical Psychologist, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the importance of delaying cell phone use for kids and why school policy should not allow phone use in school.

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EXCLUSIVE: James Comey on "Westport"

Tue, 21 May 2024 17:12:10 GMT

James Comey gives Lisa Wexler an exclusive radio appearance to talk about his new suspense thriller entitled "Westport". Plus, yes, the emails. And Mr. Comey's view of Trump's chances in court.

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LISA ON THE LAW 5/20/24

Mon, 20 May 2024 16:52:24 GMT

Lisa Wexler answer callers' questions on navigating an application for conservatorship, the difference between a will and a trust, & if prenup agreements can be enforced in probate court. #conservatorships #prenupsinprobate #willsandtrusts

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CT's Renewable Energy Focus To Generate Jobs But Protect The Environment

Mon, 20 May 2024 16:34:01 GMT

Aziz Dehkan, Executive Director/Lead Organizer, CT Roundtable on Climate and Jobs, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about Connecticut's efforts to create jobs through climate change renewable energy initiatives, but pay attention to how it affects the environment.

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Alexis Harrison Announces Run for For CT 132nd District

Mon, 20 May 2024 16:33:03 GMT

Alexis Harrison joins Lisa Wexler to discuss why she decided to run for the 132nd General Assembly seat.

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BEHIND THE WHEEL : I Am Woman, Hear Me Roar (14 min)

Sun, 19 May 2024 10:52:48 GMT

Behind The Wheel, Lisa takes you into her personal thoughts. Today she is outraged about Medicare’s policy preventing women from getting annual gyno exams . And more. Have a listen. Podcast Only

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The Westport Dog Festival Is Back! 5/19/24 10a-4p

Fri, 17 May 2024 18:32:10 GMT

WWCC Executive Director, Matthew Mandell, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the 2024 Westport Dog Festival happening Sunday, May 19th from 10am - 4pm.

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Who is Protecting Our Milk Supply from Bird Flu?

Fri, 17 May 2024 18:31:54 GMT

Author & science and health reporter, specializing in plagues and pestilences, Donald G. McNeil Jr. joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his latest investigative reporting on the U.S. milk supply containing remnants of the bird flu.

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All-Night Solar Powered Lights Negatively Affect Wildlife

Thu, 16 May 2024 16:51:29 GMT

LIGHTS OUT CT co-chair, Meredith Barges, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss why decorative solar lights that glow all night long are detrimental to our creatures and critters- even low level lighting!

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Will A Little Girl's Murder Get Solved After 47 Years?

Thu, 16 May 2024 16:43:39 GMT

Erik Hanson, who authored "Dead End Road: The Cowardly Murder of Renee Freer," joins Lisa Wexler to discuss his book about Renee Freer's unsolved murder. He hopes his book will draw out those who know what happened to Renee Freer 47 years ago.

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RPA/DESEGREGATE CT's Pete Harrison

Thu, 16 May 2024 15:27:11 GMT

CT Dir. for Regional Plan Association (RPA), & DesegregateCT's, Pete Harrison, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why he believes in denser housing.

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Senator Stephen Harding Wraps-Up CT's "Short-Session"

Wed, 15 May 2024 20:11:30 GMT

Senate Republican Leader, Stephen Harding, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about take-aways from CT's "short-session" & signs on to Lisa's push for changes in women's health legislation.

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Bridgeport Bd of Ed Chair Christine Baptiste-Perez

Wed, 15 May 2024 20:08:14 GMT

Christine Baptiste-Perez, Bridgeport's Board of Education Chair, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the alarming education statistics plaguing her district and the dedication needed to better support Bridgeport's teachers and students.

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Senator Tony Hwang Announces His Run For Reelection

Wed, 15 May 2024 17:29:01 GMT

Senator Tony Hwang joins Lisa Wexler to talk about women's healthcare objectives, wrapping up the "short-session" and his reelection campaign to represent CT's district 28 (Bethel, Easton, Fairfield, and Newtown.)

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Laurence Luckinbill's New Autobiography

Tue, 14 May 2024 17:54:50 GMT

Actor, playwright, and director, Laurence Luckinbill joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his autobiography, AFFECTIVE MEMORIES.

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CT Rep Leader Vin Candelora Says Budget Process Unconstitutional

Tue, 14 May 2024 16:49:34 GMT

Republican House Minority Leader, Vincent Candelora, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about what bills passed and didn't in CT's short legislative session, and why he and Senator Steve Harding sent a letter to Attorney General William Tong outlining how the legislature violated the constitution by adjusting the budget that triggered changes in revenue caps.

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Westport & Greenwich Ban Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers, As of Now

Mon, 13 May 2024 17:23:46 GMT

Westport RTM member, Kirstin Schneeman, District 9, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about CT's leaf blowing ordinances as the new Westport ordinance goes into effect, 5/15/24.

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WHOLE SHOW 5/10/24 Jonathan Steinberg, Patricia Walsh Chadwick & KINDNESS OF STRANGERS

Sun, 12 May 2024 01:08:04 GMT

Lisa Wexler covers top daily news and interviews State Rep. Jonathan Steinberg, Patricia Walsh Chadwick. Plus KINDNESS OF STRANGERS.

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Who Is "The Witch of Wall Street?"

Fri, 10 May 2024 18:34:42 GMT

Patricia Walsh Chadwick, known as the “Witch of Wall Street” joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her new book: BREAKING GLASS, a follow up to her memoir that continues the incredible story of her bizarre upbringing and huge business success.

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Rep. Jonathan Steinberg on Trump Trial & Utility Lobby

Fri, 10 May 2024 18:09:05 GMT

Jonathan Steinberg, State Rep. for the 136th, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about CT's Eversource and UI controversies, energy bills, and being a bioscience player. He also has a lot to say about the current Trump trial.

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Dr. Dasari's Mother's Day Mammogram Reminder

Thu, 09 May 2024 17:00:49 GMT

Swetha Dasari, MD, associate chief of breast imaging, Northwell Health Westchester, serving Phelps and Northern Westchester hospitals, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the importance of getting an annual mammogram, why the age recommendations changed, and advances in imaging technology.

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Meet The New Greater Bridgeport Bar Assoc. President!

Thu, 09 May 2024 16:53:22 GMT

Attorney Venoal M. Fountain, Jr., partner with the firm HIRSCH LEVY & FOUNTAIN, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about becoming the new President of the Greater Bridgeport Bar Association - and the first black president!

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BEHIND THE WHEEL: Time In A Bottle (12 min)

Thu, 09 May 2024 02:14:37 GMT

In this Behind The Wheel, Lisa discusses Gabe Morte and reflects on the need to achieve . She’s in a philosophical frame of mind . Podcast only .

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Meet Bridgeport's Superintendent, Dr. Carmela Levy-David

Wed, 08 May 2024 18:04:59 GMT

Dr. Carmela M. Levy-David, the new Superintendent of Bridgeport Schools, and later Wayne Winston, join Lisa Wexler to discuss Dr. Levy-David's 10 year plan for elevating all Bridgeport's K-12 schools. This innovative, passionate leader has encountered many obstacles, including vandalism to her own home.

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Mike Cerrulli on the Wins & Losses in CT's Short Session

Wed, 08 May 2024 17:54:06 GMT

News8 & Capitol Report's Mike Cerulli joins Lisa Wexler to discuss what legislatures are doing in the final hours of the short session.

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Dr. Tabia Lee Wants to Re-Do DEI for the Better

Tue, 07 May 2024 17:22:58 GMT

Dr. Tabia Lee, Director of the Coalition for Empowered Education (CEE), and a Black educator, returns to The Lisa Wexler Show to discuss her new ethnic studies curriculum, applicable to any field impacted by Social Justice, without the faults found through her decades-long career as an educator that continues to cause DEI programs to fail, a direct result of the unrest on college campuses.

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Frank Recchia Interviewed The Hero Truckdriver in the I-95 Burn-Up

Tue, 07 May 2024 17:22:15 GMT

NEWS12 Reporter, Frank Recchia joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his exclusive interview with Jesus Aracena, the tractor-trailor driver who saved the life of the young sports car driver whose car went up in flames during the I-95 accident.

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Local Heroes Instrumental In Quick Reopening of I-95

Tue, 07 May 2024 17:05:37 GMT

Bob King, VP of King Industries, & Retired Norwalk Fire Lieutenant, Tim Morrissette, join Lisa Wexler to talk about King Industries's "green foam" vehicle Tim drove to the I-95 fire, and how their team's expertise, technology and quick response saved everyone from what could have been a much lengthier closure on a major highway.

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Sen. Richard Blumenthal - Holocaust Remembrance Day & Family Ties

Tue, 07 May 2024 17:03:05 GMT

Senator Richard Blumenthal joins Lisa Wexler to discuss Holocaust Remembrance Day and what could happen in America if we allow hate to grow. He tells us how and why his own father escaped Germany before the war, ultimately rescuing some members, and losing others to the Holocaust.

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LISA ON THE LAW 5/6/24 What Happens to the Driver in the I-95 Crash?

Mon, 06 May 2024 17:29:29 GMT

Lisa Wexler answers a question as to why the sports car driver from the I-95 crash isn't in jail, can political figures delete critical comments on social media & what the new marijuana laws mean regarding drug testing?

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Can You Recycle An Entire Building? Yes!

Mon, 06 May 2024 17:10:10 GMT

Prof. Patty Szczys, Eastern CT State University Executive Director for the Institute for Sustainability, joins Lisa Wexler to explain how ECSU is able to recycle the entire building they are demolishing on campus.

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The Planning & Zoning Ticking Clock All East Norwalk Residents Need To Know

Mon, 06 May 2024 17:08:36 GMT

Diane Cece of East Norwalk Neighborhood Association joins Lisa Wexler to talk about zoning issues and a particular controversial parcel of land subject to industrial development in spite of changes that rescinded objectionable industrial use regulations. For more information goto eastnorwalk.org and look for petition information and how to attend a public hearing 6p Wednesday at City Hall or online.

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BEHIND THE WHEEL: On the Jewish kids who support Hamas

Sun, 05 May 2024 03:04:12 GMT

Behind The Wheel, Lisa ponders the fact that some young Jewish students march with pro- Hamas protesters.

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CT Zoning Bills Threaten Environmental Protections

Fri, 03 May 2024 20:44:21 GMT

CT160Strong's Maria Weingarten & Kathy Braun join Lisa Wexler to discuss the current zoning bills that are threatening CT's environmental protections. Oneprevents environmental groups from intervening in case of pollution. Others allow real estate developers to build "as of right" without requiring any public hearings.

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WHOLE SHOW : College Protests, I-95 Crash & AI Expert

Thu, 02 May 2024 18:00:34 GMT

College protests get violent and Lisa Wexler has a lot to say about it. So do the callers. I95 is closed due to a horrific fuel oil tanker crash and the Dept of Transportation's Josh Morgan reports live. Lisa interviews software expert Rob Jellinghaus, Microsoft, on AI. This "whole show" is available to the public.

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Ace Microsoft Software Developer Critiques AI

Thu, 02 May 2024 17:51:06 GMT

Rob Jellinghaus, Principal Software Engineer at Microsoft, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the present and future of Artificial Intelligence. He assesses the pros and cons of current technology and the protections we will need to ensure that our own creativity is protected.

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Are You Eating True Chocolate?

Wed, 01 May 2024 17:27:38 GMT

Aarti Khosla, Founder, Le Rouge Handmade Chocolates, Westport, CT joins Lisa Wexler to talk about being a self-taught chocolatier and why she stays a labor of love small boutique.

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The Biological Relationship between Heart Health & Stress

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 17:35:12 GMT

Dr. Joyce Oen-Hsiao, Yale Medicine cardiologist, associate professor at Yale School of Medicine, and medical director of the cardiac telemetry unit at the Yale New Haven Hospital’s Heart and Vascular Center, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss how stress affects your health and how you can manage it.

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Environmentalists Team Up to Oppose Radical Housing/Zoning Bills

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 17:28:49 GMT

Lori Brown, Executive Director, CT League of Conservation Voters, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss current housing zoning bills that threaten to gut CT's environmental protections with an urgent message to call your representative. Ms. Brown is concerned that proposed "compromises" are not sufficient to protect our land, water and air. Read the transcript HERE: https://livewithlisaradio.wordpress.com/2024/04/30/environmentalists-move-to-block-ct-bill/

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What Did You Learn From Your Favorite Teacher?

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 22:47:12 GMT

Award-winning ABC News journalist and author, Deborah Roberts, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her new book: Lessons Learned and Cherished: The Teacher Who Changed My Life - a collection of essays and musings from celebrity friends and colleagues who share how teachers changed them, imparted life lessons, and helped them get to where they are today. Lots of celebrity anecdotes.

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LISA ON THE LAW 4/29/24 Burial Designations & Stubborn Senior Parents

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 22:41:49 GMT

Callers ask Lisa Wexler- What happens to your burial wishes if you have no family or very close friends? What do you do when your elderly parent refuses to face her mortality? #involuntaryconservatorship #agentforremains #recognizedasnextofkin #stubbornseniors

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The Life of Ruth Bader Ginsberg in a One- Woman Show

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 17:44:03 GMT

Award-winning actress, Michelle Azar, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss her one-woman show ALL THINGS EQUAL The Life & Trials of Ruth Bader Ginsberg at The Westport Playhouse, MAY 3 - 5, 2024, 8PM!

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AARP's John Erlingheuser, Advocating For Our Seniors!

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 17:35:39 GMT

John Erlingheuser, Senior Advocacy Director AARP CT, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss how AARP advocates for seniors to save money, enjoy benefits, and encourage people to stay in CT!

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Alert! Save the Sound & 46 Envr Orgs Want to Kill This Bill!

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 17:13:56 GMT

Roger Reynolds, Senior Legal Director, Save the Sound, joins Lisa Wexler to implore CT residents to take action against a bill that would allow all real estate development, not just affordable housing as suggested, to erase decades of environmental work that brought our lakes, rivers & ocean back to life, improved air quality, and protects our wildlife to only make developers rich by granting them permissions to sidestep environmental concerns. 46 CT Environmental Groups signed a letter to the State outlining the glaring faults in the hopes CT's legislature will listen.

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George Latimer Says Jamaal Bowman Isn't Doing The Job

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 17:28:11 GMT

Westchester County Executive, George Latimer joins Lisa Wexler to talk about why he is running to unseat Congressman Jamaal Bowman in the Democrat primary.

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Yale's Peabody Museum Reopened!

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 17:27:09 GMT

Dave Skelly, Director of the Peabody Museum of Natural History & Professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the newly reopened Yale Peabody Museum.

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Bestselling Author Camille Aubray Invites You To the Grand Hotel

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 17:25:34 GMT

Camille Aubray, bestselling author, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her upcoming novel THE GIRL FROM THE GRAND HOTEL.

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EXCLUSIVE: Diana Samson On Why Her Brief Overturned Harvey Weinstein's NY Conviction

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 17:25:16 GMT

Attorney Diana Samson joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how her brief overturned Harvey Weinstein's conviction in the NY court of appeals. For legal eagles interested in the rules of evidence- this one's for you.

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Why Isn't Columbia Safer for Jews? (Show excerpt)

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 03:01:46 GMT

In this show excerpt, Lisa discovers that Columbia University is going hybrid for the rest of the semester due to its stated inability to control unrest. Lisa rails at their strategy of "appeasement". She is joined in this podcast by Black activist Wayne Winston and a bunch of callers, including Hip Hop icon Tony Crush.

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Sid Rosenberg's Rally Against Columbia University's Antisemitism

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 00:22:05 GMT

Sid Rosenberg, host of WABC's Sid & Friends in the Morning,.joins Lisa Wexler after leading a rally to protect the Jewish Students at Columbia University.

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PURA Chair Marissa Gillett 4/24/24

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 00:15:18 GMT

Public Utilities Regulatory Authority Chair, Marissa Gillett, joins Lisa Wexler for her monthly update.

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BEHIND THE WHEEL: Personal Catch Up

Sat, 20 Apr 2024 03:46:23 GMT

Behind The Wheel, Lisa catches you up on what’s been going on in her personal life these past few weeks .

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Saving $ On Your Meds in CT-Comptroller Sean Scanlon

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 20:38:41 GMT

Comptroller Sean Scanlon joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the ArrayRX progress, state medical plans, the health enhancement program, obesity, and diaper drive.

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One Man Sends Millions in Medical Supplies to Ukraine & Israel

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 18:31:02 GMT

Jeff Kaminsky, President & Founder of Project Aid & Rescue, Inc., joins Lisa Wexler to discuss why he formed his volunteer charity organization that provides medical supplies, food, air and bus evacuations, and other aid to the people of Ukraine and Israel.

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CT Child Advocate Sarah Eagan On Her Role

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 18:17:27 GMT

CT's Child Advocate, Sarah Eagan, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her work overseeing investigation, public reporting and advocacy work across CT's child-serving systems: education, child welfare, juvenile justice, and disability services.

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Insurance Issue? Call CT's Health Advocate!

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 18:13:06 GMT

CT's Acting Healthcare Advocate, Sean T. King, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how the Office of the Healthcare Advocacy (OHA) is open to every CT resident with aid in dealing with health insurance issues.

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Young Dr. Victoria Kozar Champions Intergenerational Living, Joined by Jill Zarin

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 20:16:53 GMT

Pioneer Masonicare Student-in-Residence Participant, Victoria Kozar, MD Candidate, Class of 2024, UCONN School of Medicine, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss why we need to embrace intergenerational living. Choosing to live close to her aging parents, Jill Zarin joins the call.

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Israeli Journalist on Hamas vs. The Palestinians in Gaza

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 15:55:01 GMT

Israeli journalist, award-winning documentary filmmaker and author, Shlomi Eldar joins Lisa Wexler to discuss his 3 decades covering the Palestinian Authority and the Gaza Strip, reporting frequently on the emergence of Hamas to the mass social and political movement that would eventually come to power.

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Dishing on KDramas w/ Review Geeks' Greg Wheeler

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 03:08:45 GMT

It's no secret that Lisa is obsessed with Kdramas- Korean television series. In this podcast, Lisa dishes with The Review Geek Greg Wheeler about why kdramas are so appealing around the world. Tune in to hear what they recommend to watch next.

#kdramas #korean entertainment #k-dramas

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Kevin Woo KPop Star

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 02:35:54 GMT

Korean Music Idol Kevin Woo stars in Broadway's "KPop- The Musical". Kevin tells Lisa how you become a Kpop idol in Korea today.

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2024 Liberty Bell Award Winner, Attorney Hal Rosnick

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 18:12:41 GMT

Attorney Etan Hirsch and Attorney Hal Rosnick join Lisa Wexler to talk about the 2024 Greater Bridgeport Bar Association Liberty Bell Award.

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Celebrity Chef, Lidia Bastianich!

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 18:10:58 GMT

Celebrity chef, restauranteur, author, Lidia Bastianich, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her latest cookbook and upcoming event for the Westport Young Women's League.

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LISA ON THE LAW 4/15/24 TODs And Property Liens

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 00:26:23 GMT

Lisa Wexler takes questions about Transfer on Death accounts and when surviving spouses must pay liens against the decedent. #TOD #propertyliens

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How AEquitas Helps Prosecutors Prosecute Gender-Based Violence & Human Trafficking Cases

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 18:35:13 GMT

Jennifer Gentile Long, JD Chief Executive Officer AEquitas, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss why she founded a non-profit organization dedicated to refining prosecution practices related to gender-based violence and human trafficking.

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WHOLE SHOW 11/9/23 Christine Dorchak & Walter Schuppe

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 02:31:21 GMT

Lisa Wexler covers top news and interviews Christine Dorchak and Walter Schuppe.

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Veterans! Walter Schuppe Wants To Know Your Story So We Can Know Your Story.

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 18:55:03 GMT

Photographer Walter Schuppe joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his project, Faces of Freedom, that expresses gratitude and honor to the sacrifices and service of US Military veterans and their families through photographs and oral recordings. https://www.facesoffreedom.us/

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How Did Dheraj Ganjikunta Launch a Low-Cost, Self-Built Satellite with SpaceX, As A Brown Student?

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 17:25:04 GMT

Lisa Wexler talks with Dheraj Ganjikunta, raised in CT, who was part of a Brown engineering team that launched a self-built, low-cost satellite with SpaceX as a means of showing how to reduce space junk.

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9/13/22 Trevor Crow, Dem Candidate For Ct Senate And Vicki Volper With Kelley Hopkins Alvarez

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 19:14:20 GMT

9/13/22 Trevor Crow, Dem Candidate For Ct Senate And Vicki Volper With Kelley Hopkins Alvarez by The Lisa Wexler Show

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Donna Palomba, Jane Doe No More on Dateline

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 18:42:38 GMT

Joining Lisa before her most recent appearance on Dateline, frequent guest, Donna Palomba, rape survivor in her own home, co-author of Jane Doe No More: My 15-Year Fight to Reclaim My Identity, A True Story of Survival, Hope, and Redemption, and founder of the nonprofit Jane Doe No More, that envisions a society that no longer spreads doubt, instills fear, casts shame or places blame on survivors of sexual crimes.

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Donna Palomba, Jane Doe No More, Domestic Violence Awareness Month, October 2021

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 18:09:26 GMT

Donna Palomba joins Lisa to discuss her foundation, Jane Doe No More, whose mission envisions a society that no longer spreads doubt, instills fear, casts shame or places blame on survivors of sexual crimes for Domestic Violence Awareness Month, October 2021. Donna defines grooming and what abusers look for in a victim.

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Donna Palomba, Jane Doe No More, on Dylan Farrow's Case

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 18:53:05 GMT

Donna Palomba joins Lisa to discuss the HBO docuseries, Allen v. Farrow and how her foundation, Jane Doe No More, helped survivor, Dylan Farrow.

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JIM HIMES HOURS AFTER THE CAPITOL STORMING

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 18:24:14 GMT

FIRST PLACE winner Best Newscast: RADIO of 2021 by the National Federation of Press Women, and FIRST PLACE winner of the The Connecticut Press Club 2021 Awards. Congressman Himes comments and breaks down the January 6th attack on the US Capitol. We hear some protesters who broke into Federal buildings, as well as remarks from Senator Mitch McConnell.

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