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Following the legalization of marijuana-product sales, AAA is rolling out a new program aimed at companies. Fran Mayko shared the educational presentations that focuses on the dangers of marijuana and driving. www.AAA.com/CorporateConvos ((00:00))

Actor, Brendan Fraser, made a speech at the Critics Choice Awards that has gone viral on the internet. We spoke with counselor, Julius Dudics, about Frasers words, why they resonate with so many people and how to apply them to our own lives. ((14:54))

Part two of Julie on the Job: the application process. We spoke with career strategist, Julie Bauke, about LinkedIn. How often should I update my platform? How often should I engage on my page? Do I accept every friend request even if it doesn't pertain to my line of work? All your questions answered. ((30:49))

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Monday's "Connecticut Today" featured host Paul Pacelli wondering if an $8 million grant from the state's Citizens Election Program is still enough to run against multi-millionaire candidates (0:29), while State House GOP leader Vin Candelora weighed in on the issue (12:21). Heritage Foundation analyst Zack Smith talked about the discovery of more classified documents at President Biden's Delaware home (22:37).

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Connecticut launched legal marijuana-product sales earlier this month and many have concerns over impaired drivers. How high is too high? Is there a limit? How do sobriety tests work for drugged drivers? We asked all your questions to Trooper First Class Pedro Muniz of the CT State Police. ((00:00))

One trial or multiple? We talked about the latest in the illegal dumping case out of Fairfield and a judge's decision on trials for the people accused. First Selectwoman Brenda Kupchick weighed in on the story. ((11:21))

Keep it in Connecticut: taking a dream in her kitchen to a reality at her own bakery; we met Sonia Diaz of Cakes by Sonia in Stratford. ((25:24))

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Prep: 25 minutes -- bake 30-35 minutes -- 350 degrees

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup powdered sugar

2 tablespoons cornstarch

3/4 cup butter

4 eggs, lightly beaten

1 1/2 cups granulated sugar

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1 lemon's worth of finely shredded lemon peel

3/4 cup lemon juice

1/4 cup half-and-half, light cream or skim milk

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Friday's "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli closed out the week chatting with CT Inside Investigator reporter Tricia Ennis about the state's high electric rates and further possible regulation (0:33). We heard from Prof. Michael Rectenwald, Ph.D., author of, "The Great Reset and the Struggle for Liberty: Unraveling the Global Agenda" (11:22). Paul also had some thoughts on the current document controversy surrounding the Biden White House (22:22).

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Weightloss is usually a resolution for most people at the new year. But we want it to be done in a healthy way. Dr. Joe St. Pierre is a Hartford HealthCare Medical Weight Loss specialist in the Fairfield Region. He spoke about the best way to attack weightloss goals and also touched on childhood obesity. ((00:00))

The Lt. Governor stopped by to talk about marijuana product sales in Connecticut. She addressed impaired drivers, retail shops and overturned convictions. ((14:59))

We checked in with Senator Kevin Kelly to discuss college affordability, tax cuts and other major items being discussed during the legislative session. ((29:05))

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Governor Lamont stopped by for the first time since marijuana products sales became legal in Connecticut. We tackled impaired driving concerns, serving underage users and the war on drugs. Plus, he answered other listener questions involving tax cuts, energy costs and combating wrong way drivers. ((00:00))

Holiday scam reports were up big time in 2022. We got an overview from Kristen Johnson of the Better Business Bureau about the top scams, the monetary losses and how you can protect yourselves from con artists. ((16:15))

A law known as a 'game-changer' is now in effect and impacts Connecticut residents at risk of breast or ovarian cancer. We spoke with medical professionals about this legislation and why it matters. ((25:21))

Want to lose weight in 2023? We talk to registered dietician Melissa Keeney about the dangers of cleanses and detoxes. Find out why slow and steady really does win the health race. ((36:16))

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Legendary rock guitarist, Jeff Beck, died at 78 from bacterial meningitis, according to medical officials. What is bacterial meningitis? How common is it? Could a meningitis vaccine protect you from this? Dr. Browne gave us some insight into this. 

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Wednesday's "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli featured Jordan Davidson from the group "Smart Approaches to Marijuana" talking about Connecticut's recreational marijuana rollout and who stands to benefit the most (0:47). Former Florida GOP Congressman Francis Rooney talked about what's ahead for the new Congress (14:48). State Senate GOP Leader Kevin Kelly joined us to talk about state spending priorities for the near future (26:13). Quinnipiac University Professor Sheila Hayre detailed the observance of National Human Trafficking Awareness Day (36:24). Paul also had some thoughts on the controversy surrounding newly-elected New York GOP Congressman George Santos (46:30).

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Bridgeport, like other municipalities, is experiencing a shortage of police officers. We spoke with Chief Roderick Porter and Lt. Angelo Collazo about recruitment efforts. ((00:00))

The Connecticut Audubon has a new nature preserve at Stratford Point! We spoke with Patrick Comins about the new acquired land and what it means for bird enthusiasts. ((16:54))

Tennis legend, Martina Navratilova, was just diagnosed with two cancers. Did one lead to another and how common is this scenario? We spoke with Breast Cancer Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Valerie Brutus. ((30:48))

Day one is in the books for marijuana-product sales in Connecticut. So, how does this change workplace policy and hiring practices? We asked BRBC president, Dan Onofrio. ((39:23))

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