The Lisa Wexler Show

Wayne Winston joins Lisa Wexler for It’s Not Just Black & White, a conversation examining the recent changes in Haitian immigration status and what it mean for Connecticut and the country as a whole. They explore the human impact of his policy shift, and how communities will be affected.

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Jon Sonneborn and his daughter Jessica Sonneborn join Lisa Wexler to discuss the East Coast premiere of their feature film Morton Meets the Eye. The screening takes place July 20 at SHU Community Theatre in Fairfield. They share the story behind the film, their creative collaboration as a family, and what it means to debut their work in their home community.

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Senator Richard Blumenthal joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the aftermath of CT's recent storm damage, Graham Platner, what democratic socialism means to CT politicians, and the emoluments clause.

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Lisa Wexler breaks down recent Supreme Court rulings and takes caller questions on changing an attorney in an estate matter, as well as Connecticut’s statute of limitations for liens.

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Joe Kelly joins Lisa Wexler to discuss his campaign for Connecticut’s 36th District State Senate seat. He shares what’s driving his run, and the key issues facing local residents.

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Lisa Finds Out On Air that Martha Zoller has just died

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Martha Zoller of WDUN, Georgia, tackles the controversial redistricting strategies affecting the political landscape.

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State Representative Matt Blumenthal joins Lisa Wexler to examine why Connecticut’s utility regulatory system is too fragmented to be effective—and how past deregulation decisions contributed to rising costs and reduced accountability. They discuss how Connecticut compares to states with more unified, comprehensive oversight models, and what a pragmatic path forward could look like—from consolidating regulatory structures to strengthening enforcement and restoring public trust. The conversation also explores the role of the state’s consumer counsel in advocating for ratepayers, the need for greater transparency from utilities, and what reforms are necessary to ensure fair pricing and confidence in the system.

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Christine Vitale joins Lisa Wexler to discuss how Fairfield’s speed camera program is operating and its impact on traffic safety. They break down whether the cameras are effectively reducing speeding and improving road conditions, how the program is being monitored, and what residents should know about enforcement and results.

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David Friedman joins Lisa Wexler to discuss his new book, The Stories of My Life: A Lifetime of Anecdotes, Gossip, Jokes, and Wisdom from a Jewish, Gay, Broadway, Movie, and TV Composer. He shares highlights from his remarkable career in music, along with personal stories that shaped his journey. Friedman shares lots of gossip, talks about his work on We Can Be Kind, and how he continues to inspire connection, creativity, and compassion through his work.

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