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- Blumenthal on Blanche Confirmation, Russia Sanctions, and Flock Camera ControversySenator Richard Blumenthal joins Lisa Wexler to break down the 4 a.m. confirmation of Attorney General Todd Blanche, the push to prevent a government shutdown, and defeating the SAVE Act. The conversation also examines proposed IRS immunity provisions involving the Trump family, the January 6th-related fund, concerns about rising corruption, and the backlash over Flock camera surveillance technology. Plus, a look at new Russia sanctions legislation imposing tariffs and penalties tied to the purchase of Russian oil and gas.
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22 min - Bob Duff Calls for Pause on CT License Plate Cameras, Citing Privacy ConcernsConnecticut Senate Majority Leader Bob Duff, who represents Norwalk and Darien, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss his call for cities and towns to voluntarily pause the installation of new automated license plate reader cameras. Duff explains his concerns about privacy and the use of the technology and his plans to introduce legislation next session to strengthen regulations and protections for Connecticut residents.
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19 min - Saving Connecticut’s Special Needs Senior Dogs After Devastating Flood
Todd Giorgi, founder of the Special Needs Senior Dog Sanctuary, joins Lisa Wexler to share the story behind his Connecticut nonprofit, which provides special needs senior dogs with a loving home and compassionate care for the rest of their lives. Todd also discusses the devastating flash flood that destroyed the sanctuary and the urgent fundraising effort underway to rebuild and restore this special place.
To support the sanctuary’s recovery, visit the GoFundMe campaign.
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14 min - We're Being Tolerant of Intolerance
Fleur Hassan-Nahoum, Israel’s Special Envoy, former Deputy Mayor of Jerusalem, and veteran diplomat, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the diplomatic fallout from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s public break with the Trump administration over Gaza—and what it could mean for Israel’s regional and global standing.
She also shares personal insights into her upbringing in Gibraltar, where her father, Sir Joshua Abraham Hassan, served as the territory’s first mayor and chief minister, and explains the origins of her Arabic last name.
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14 min - The 17th Annual Easton Farm Tour!Arborist Douglas Williams joins Lisa Wexler to talk about. the 17th Annual Easton Farm Tour, Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The event is free, rain-or-shine,and hosted by Citizens for Easton. The self-guided tour begins at Samuel Staples Elementary School
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8 min - From Shelter to Solutions: Rethinking Homelessness in Connecticut
Helen McAlinden, President & CEO of Homes With Hope, joins Lisa Wexler to share how her organization is transforming the fight against homelessness in Connecticut. Since 2020, McAlinden has shifted Homes With Hope from a primarily shelter-based model to one focused on prevention, now serving over 80% of clients before they become homeless—while expanding supportive housing and securing more than $10 million in funding for new developments and critical renovations.
Drawing on more than 25 years of leadership in affordable housing, McAlinden discusses what’s really driving housing instability today, why prevention is the key to long-term solutions, and how innovative programs—from rapid re-housing to youth development—are helping individuals and families achieve lasting independence. She also reflects on her personal journey from rural Ireland to social work in the U.S., and how that experience continues to shape her mission to ensure safe, stable housing for all.
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33 min - It’s Not Just Black & White: Flock Cameras, Immigration, and Equity in ConnecticutActivist Wayne Winston joins Lisa Wexler for It’s Not Just Black & White to discuss some of the most pressing issues involving civil rights and public policy in Connecticut. They examine the controversy surrounding Flock camera surveillance, the Haitian deportation crisis, and the impact of ending the disparate impact rule in Connecticut’s K-12 school systems.
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24 min - LISA ON THE LAW 7/20/26: Guardianship, Intestacy & Connecticut Voter PrivacyThis week on Lisa on the Law, Lisa Wexler discusses a major federal court ruling protecting Connecticut's voter registration data, explains the responsibilities of guardians of adults with intellectual disabilities, and answers a listener's question about what happens when someone dies without a will. Learn about probate, intestacy, estate administration, and practical legal guidance for everyday situations.
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17 min - Rethinking Screens in Schools: Rep. Jennifer Leeper on CT Guidelines & Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath’s Digital Wake-Up Call
State Representative & Education Committee Chair Jennifer Leeper joins Lisa Wexler to discuss Connecticut’s screen policy guidelines, designed to provide best practices for student technology use in schools. They preview an important free webinar featuring Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath, author of The Digital Delusion. Dr. Horvath examines how the widespread use of laptops, tablets, and classroom software may be undermining how children learn and develop. Drawing on decades of research, he offers practical tools for families to reassess device use at home, equips educators to rebuild attention-rich learning environments, and helps schools make smarter, evidence-based decisions about technology. In challenging the core assumptions of the EdTech movement, Horvath lays out a clear path to putting people—not programs—back at the center of education.
Register for the Zoom webinar on August 12 here.
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22 min - LISA ON THE LAW 7/27/26: Elder Law, Living Wills, Healthcare Proxies and RepresentativesIn this episode of Lisa on the Law, Lisa Wexler explains the legal essentials of aging, including Medicaid planning, why elder law attorneys are crucial for long-term care planning, and the differences between living wills, health care proxies, and powers of attorney. She also answers listener questions about advance directives, Connecticut probate, and estate administration.
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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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