For the People

This week host John Voket and the Award-winning For the People wraps a 3-part 'Special Report' from Connecticut's first Farm Aid, straight from the Xfinity Theatre in Hartford - where we heard from farmers, organizers, and some of the artists including Dave Matthews.

Then we're going to replay a call with state Attorney General George Jepsen to learn why Connecticut is joining with other states to stop the federal government from essentially double taxing you.

And we'll close catching up with the founder of D.A.N - the Dignity and Advocacy Network, a grassroots organization dedicated to achieving victory over mental illnesses with alternative therapies.

This week host John Voket and the Award-winning For the People picks up where we left off last week, welcoming another co-founder along with a special and inspiring graduate from Transitions Mentoring Program at Family ReEntry.

Then we've got an important interview for all business owners and human resources professionals looking to generate huge payback to you and your workforce by initiating an employee wellness program.

Finally, we're reaching out to all men and the women and kids who love them - inviting you to attend the free, upcoming Men's Health Fair to kick off 'Bro-vember' at Yale New Haven Hospital.

This week host John Voket and the Award-winning For the People celebrates Manufacturing Month, and the 30th anniversary of the Federal Women's Business Ownership Act, so we'll be criss-crossing the state chatting with a number of women who own or lead state manufacturing firms to learn more about how manufacturing is becoming the place for women to work.

Then we'll bring you the first of a two-part chat with the founder of Transitions Mentoring Program at Family ReEntry - and invite you to support this critical and successful incarceration transition initiative at an event coming up next weekend in Orange.

Did you go to Farm Aid up in Hartford last month - or did you want to? 

And would you like to do more to keep your family healthy while helping the very folks who grow and raise your food??

Connecticut just hosted its first Farm Aid, and host John Voket and the Award-winning For the People were invited on site for the duration, covering the event from top to bottom. 

Each year, Farm Aid board members Willie Nelson, Neil Young and Dave Matthews - who we'll hear from later - host Farm Aid with one mission: keeping family farmers on the land. Since 1985, Farm Aid raised more than $53 million to help family farmers thrive while inspiring millions to be part in the Good Food Movement. 

So today we're bringing you the first and second segments of a three-part For the People straight from the Xfinity Theatre, where we talked with farmers, organizers, and artists, as well as attending an informative and inspiring pre-show press conference. So we'll kick things off from that press conference with some brief remarks from Farm Aid's senior board member and co-founder.

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It's Fire Prevention Week, so host John Voket going to dial up an educator from the National Fire Protection Association to get some potentially lifesaving tips and reminders about how to keep yourself, your family, and your property safe from fire.

Then we'll meet the founder of sustainne.com and learn about the first ever Sustainable Living Expo coming to Norwalk’s Stepping Stones Museum for Children on Saturday, October 13. 

And we'll close replaying a chat with one of the authors of a nationwide study on STEM education, and find out why Connecticut is doing so well inspiring students to pursue careers in Science, Technology, Engineering & Math.

This week, John Voket visits with the Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services to talk about Domestic Violence Awareness Month events and some of the newest services being offered to victims through the Center.

And since October is also SIDS Awareness Month and October 15 is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day we'll focus on First Candle, a Connecticut based non-profit committed to eliminating SIDS and other sleep-related infant deaths.

And we'll close reminding listeners about the thousands of Connecticut folks coping with Lupus, and invite you to the October 14 Walk to End Lupus Now in Norwalk.

Earlier this week, The Center for Family Justice held its Annual Speaking of Women luncheon, so host John Voket is revisiting a chat with the agency's CEO showcasing how the Center provides trauma-informed services and coordinating care for survivors of domestic and sexual violence, human trafficking, and child abuse.

Then we'll replay a segment focusing on the role the Connecticut's Dept of Children and Families is playing in the first of its kind in the nation ASSERT Treatment Model - to help more young people and their families cope with and kick opioid addictions.

And we'll wrap replaying an interview about the Connecticut State Water Plan, and learn why all residents should be encouraging their state lawmakers to take up a review of it when they convene this fall.

September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, so this week, John Voket touches base with a respected researcher and gynecologic oncologist from Western CT Health Network to hear about how women can fight and prevent this silent and too often deadly disease.

Then we'll turn to the next chapter in the United Way's response to ALICE - addressing state residents who are Asset Limited Income Constrained and Employed as the agency launches its latest update to this important report.

And we'll close with a Preparedness Month message from Americares - responding to disasters home and afar, and promoting 'We Hate Hurricanes' to educate families about being prepared and staying safe when disaster strikes.

September is Preparedness Month - so this week, John Voket and an expert from FEMA aim to save lives, protect property, and help ensure you, your loved ones, and your property remain safe and sound with a wealth of advice.

Then we'll replay a June call in to the Connecticut Business Leadership Network about the latest installment of the organization's Inclusion Works Here Series to help employers 'Creating an Inclusive Workplace from Recruiting to Retention.'

And we'll close celebrating fathers and father figures across the state, and the kids who love them, by inviting you to the CT Dept of Children & Families 6th Annual 'Dads Matter, Too' event in Waterbury, that includes a day long celebration and a first ever benefit golf tournament.