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- IT'S NOT JUST BLACK & WHITE - Danbury White Supremacists & Waterbury Case Education OversightActivist Wayne Winston joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the Cornell 7 case, the white supremacists protesting in Danbury and the Trump administration disbanding enforcement of school segregation protections.
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22 min - WHOLE SHOW 10/7/26 Kevin Rennie & Wayne WinstonLisa Wexler covers the day’s top news, including the Cornell 7 case and the third anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attack. Kevin Rennie shares his insights into the Kosta Diamantis case, and Wayne Winston discusses white supremacist protests in Danbury and the Trump administration’s rollback of oversight of school desegregation.
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1 hr 35 min - Kevin Rennie: Corruption & Ignored Warnings in CTJournalist, attorney and former Connecticut legislator Kevin Rennie joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the “moral rot” behind the Cornell 7 and the Kosta Diamantis case. Rennie recalls serving with Diamantis, early warnings to “keep away,” and concerns about Diamantis’ trustworthiness that went unheeded, including Rennie’s own warning to Governor Lamont. He also discusses Diamantis’ conviction and subsequent flight ahead of sentencing.
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24 min - IT'S NOT JUST BLACK & WHITE Mid-term ElectionsActivist Wayne Winston joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the stakes of the upcoming midterm elections, concerns about unfulfilled promises from the Trump administration, and Connecticut’s local elections, with a focus on Bridgeport, examining ongoing political controversies, and the impact on un-affordability, particularly in housing.
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16 min - BEHIND THE WHEEL Learning to Breathe AgainLisa Wexler reflects on the rare gift of unscheduled time after four years of living minute-to-minute. She explores what it means to slow down, to take an unhurried walk, linger on a phone call with someone she loves, and simply be present. Grounded in her faith, Lisa also opens up about this chapter following her mother’s passing, and how she is learning to sit with grief, stillness, and the quiet space in between.
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10 min - Paying for Time Served: Justice or Overreach in Connecticut?Lisa Wexler examines a Connecticut law that allows the state to seek reimbursement from incarcerated individuals for the cost of their imprisonment, with no statute of limitations. She explores the implications of a system in which the state can pursue repayment years later, often without individuals fully understanding the law, and how this can affect inheritances and financial support from loved ones.
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11 min - Power, Faith, & Accountability: Inside ‘Death of a Pastor’s Wife’ Part 2Former pastor and attorney Elayne Cassara joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the Netflix series Death of a Pastor’s Wife. Drawing on her own experience in ministry, Cassara reflects on her journey from seminary to church leadership and the urgent need for greater accountability within religious institutions. She explores how unchecked authority can enable harmful behavior, including the misuse of power, coercive control, and the marginalization of women, and why stronger oversight is essential to prevent abuse.
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15 min - Power, Faith, and Accountability: Inside ‘Death of a Pastor’s Wife’ Part 1Former pastor and attorney Elayne Cassara joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the Netflix series Death of a Pastor’s Wife. Drawing on her own experience in ministry, Cassara reflects on her journey from seminary to church leadership and the urgent need for greater accountability within religious institutions. She explores how unchecked authority can enable harmful behavior, including the misuse of power, coercive control, and the marginalization of women, and why stronger oversight is essential to prevent abuse.
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13 min - Big Tech, Big Shift: From Public Good to Power PlayOren Cass, founder and chief economist of American Compass, Financial Times contributing editor, and New York Times opinion writer, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss his recent New York Times essay, “Big Tech Fooled America Once. The Second Time’s Not Going So Well.” He explores how the tech industry—particularly AI—has shifted from a nonprofit, public-good mission to a powerful, profit-driven force with world-shaping ambitions, raising new concerns about influence, accountability, and doomsday narratives.
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14 min - From First Term to Reelection: Tina Courpas Gets CandidState Representative Tina Courpas joins Lisa Wexler to reflect on her freshman term in office - what she’s most proud of, what she believes still needs improvement, and why she’s running for reelection. She also discusses concerns about the erosion of local control, overspending, and the implications of a legislative supermajority in state government.
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About The Lisa Wexler Show
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Are you looking for information you can rely on? Gracie-Award Winner Lisa Wexler interviews newsmakers, celebrities (including her sister, RHONY Jill Zarin) and all kinds of extraordinary people…
doing the most extraordinary things. Based in CT, but still carrying that NY accent, Lisa is a suburban wife & mom who is passionate about justice, our planet, animal welfare and innovation. Lisa is also the Probate Judge of Westport, CT, having been elected both as a Republican & as a Democrat. Savvy, curious, and full of common sense, Lisa promises that you will learn something new in every podcast.
If you like what you hear, we would appreciate your support. For less than the cost of a cup of coffee per month, you can get the whole show without any commercials, whenever you want. Plus you'll be invited to exclusive events to meet Lisa, have lunch and tour the studio. Please consider becoming a subscriber.
Lisa Wexler is the co-author of "Secrets of a Jewish Mother" with her sister Jill Zarin & mom Gloria Kamen. She has won many broadcasting awards, including the prestigious Gracie Award and the National Women's Press Award. A more complete bio is at lisawexler.com.
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