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- Emily Hau Runs for Fairfield’s 132nd: Speed Cameras, Savings & ZoningFairfield resident Emily Hau joins Lisa Wexler to discuss her candidacy for State Representative in Connecticut’s 132nd district. Emily shares how founding the Nutmegger Oil Group has helped local residents save on heating costs, and how her growing involvement in community issues led her to run for office. The conversation also dives into Fairfield’s ongoing speed camera controversy, including the wave of more than 900 ticket appeals and the website Emily created to break down the issue for residents. With a strong focus on transparency, planning, and zoning laws, Emily explains what’s at stake for Fairfield and why she believes now is the time to step into public service.
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25 min - Lisa's Eulogy of her Mother, Gloria KamenLisa comes back to the show after sitting Shiva with her family. She reflects on the passing of her mom and plays for you the eulogy she delivered at the funeral in Boca on August 13, 2026.
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20 min - The Last Show’s David Cooper: Why a Radio Host Returns to Burning ManDavid Cooper, host of The Last Show, heard across Canada and parts of the United States, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his career in radio, his decision to become a U.S. citizen, and what keeps drawing him back to Burning Man. It’s a candid conversation about life behind the mic, personal reinvention, and the creative pull of the desert.
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13 min - Lighting the Night Smarter: Dr. Lin Meng on Light Pollution and Plant HealthLin Meng, Ph.D., Assistant Professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at Vanderbilt University, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss her satellite imagery research on light pollution. Her work explores how artificial nighttime lighting affects trees and plant growth, and how smarter city lighting policies can better support urban ecosystems.
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15 min - WHOLE SHOW 8/21/26
Lisa Wexler covers the top daily news, including speculation surrounding President Donald Trump’s special relationship with Executive Assistant Natalie Harp.
She interviews Lin Meng, Ph.D., Assistant Professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at Vanderbilt University, about her research into how light pollution affects the growth of trees and plants. Plus, The Last Show host David Cooper shares how he got into radio and why he keeps returning to Burning Man.
And, of course, KIND NESS OF STRANGERS!
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1 hr 32 min - A Life Lost in a Teledoctor ICU: A Family Files SuitWilliam H. Hylton, DMD, Attorney Joel Faxon, and Liam Hylton join Lisa Wexler to discuss the Hylton family’s negligence lawsuit following the tragic death of William’s son and Liam’s brother, Conor James Hylton, in a Connecticut ICU under the care of a “teledoctor.” They share their story, the circumstances surrounding this profound loss, and their mission to raise awareness and push for legal changes to help prevent similar tragedies in the future.
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28 min - Alan Katz Brings ‘Silly Dilly Songs’ to WestportAlan Katz, author of more than 50 beloved children’s books, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss his decades-long career across television, publishing, and the stage. He also shares details about the upcoming Westport Playhouse production of Silly Dilly Songs, a lively musical featuring over 20 fan-favorite tunes from his bestselling parody books. A fun-filled event for the whole family, Silly Dilly Songs takes the stage on August 22, 2026 at 4 PM.
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12 min - Inside Connecticut’s Only Apitherapy Hut: The Healing Power of BeesRyan Forster, founder of Hive in the Hut, Connecticut’s only apitherapy (bee therapy) nonprofit, and his colleague and client, Dan Pesta, join Lisa Wexler to share Ryan’s remarkable journey living and working closely with bees. They explore the practice of apitherapy, its potential health benefits, and how therapeutic huts help people find healing and connection through nature. Visit https://hiveinthehut.org/ to learn more.
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9 min - LISA ON THE LAW 8/10/26 Reservation of Life Use, Duty to Support, Joint Right of SurvivorshipLisa Wexler answers listeners’ questions about property, estate, and tax law, including the gift tax implications of transferring property while reserving a life use. Can children be forced to pay a parent’s debts or healthcare expenses if they are estranged? Does a surviving spouse need to change the deed before selling a property after their spouse passes away? What is a Certificate of No Tax Due, and how can you obtain one? Lisa also explains how to leave digital assets in a will and how heirs can access money held in digital accounts, such as PayPal, after someone dies.
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25 min - Trumbull’s Data Center Debate: Power, Noise, and Wastewater Concerns
Software engineer and Trumbull resident Richard White joins Lisa Wexler to discuss growing concerns over a controversial proposed data center and a proposed Planning & Zoning text amendment that would accommodate the project. Trumbull’s First Selectwoman has described the proposal as a modernization rather than a new entity, while addressing concerns about electrical demand, expansion, noise, and other potential impacts. White and other concerned residents want those commitments codified in a formal legal agreement. The citizen group has launched a petition and expanded the conversation to neighboring communities, while also raising questions about the potential impact on the town’s sanitary sewer system.
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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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