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Today, Lisa chats with Leo Smith of the International Dark Sky Association Connecticut Chapter (0:00); WDUN's Martha Zoller (15:39); and Jennifer Hubbard on the 10th anniversary of the tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School (26:36).

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A local author looks at her story of adoption and used it to inspire others. Amanda Mottola shares her journey and other prominent testimonies in her new book Learning as a Lifelong Journey. ((00:00))

BEWARE of Social media ads! Social media consultant, Krista Carnes, shares tips and tricks to outsmart and avoid scammers this holiday season. ((07:42))

Julie on the Job: Olive Garden manager fired for blasting employees taking sick days. What can we learn from this in the workplace? ((23:08))

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We kicked off a new week on "Connecticut Today" with host Paul Pacelli's thoughts on the latest controversial statements from a Republican member of Congress (0:27). Journal Inquirer of Manchester columnist Chris Powell called in for his monthly report (11:35) and we also heard from Heritage Foundation tech analyst Jake Denton regarding the latest Twitter revelations (23:07).

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Today, Lisa is joined in studio by Chris Curran of CarePatrol to talk senior care.

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A shocking new report shows 74% of Connecticut teachers are considering quitting their jobs. What can be done to retain good teachers and find new ones fast? Fran Rabinowitz, executive director of the Association of CT Public School Superintendents, weighed in on the issue. ((00:00))

PETA submitted a complaint to the Federal Trade Commission over Seaquest for unfair business practices, noting that members of the public—including children and other guests in Trumbull—have been bitten and injured at the aquarium chain. Michelle Sinnot of PETA shared why this is the next step to shut the company down. ((14:28))

After a brutal domestic violence killing in Milford, many are asking what more can be done? Deb Greenwood of the Center for Family Justice shared what victims should do besides filing for protective orders and restraining orders. ((32:30))

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Friday's "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli talked about a verified start date for the state's recreational marijuana sales (0:32). Connecticut Business and Industry Association President Chris DiPentima discussed the fallout of a lost Pentagon contract at Sikorsky Aircraft (11:35). Columbus Leadership Award winner Barbara Rogo of Bridgeport joined us to chat about her years of experience around greater Bridgeport (22:39).

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Today, Lisa chats with Shelly Freeman, Chief of Staff of the YIVO Institute for Jewish Research (0:00) and director Jams Luongo and actor Arnella Ten Meer of the Laramie Project production this weekend in Westport (24:50),

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Spray the pan

Put Pillsbury crescent dough on bottom of each cup

Take a scoop of cranberry sauce and a chunk of brie on top of dough

Add crushed walnuts to the top of the mixture

Put the tray into the oven at 350 degrees and bake for 12 minutes or until crust is golden brown

We spoke yesterday to Josh Abrams, the creator of Accountability for All on Youtube. After a woman was suspended for being caught on camera hitting, we spoke with First Selectman Rudy Marconi from Ridgefield about the situation. ((00:00))

Brittany Griner is officially back on US soil after spending almost a year in a Russian prison. Congressman Jim Himes shares if the prisoner swap was worth it. ((17:16))

A new Alzheimer drug is in testing phases now but could be a game changer. We spoke with a Hartford Healthcare doctor about it. ((28:51))

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Thursday's "Connecticut Today" with Host Paul Pacelli featured debate and listener calls regarding a controversial prisoner swap between the U.S. and Russia (0:31), as well as expert commentary from State Department veteran and University of New Haven Professor Dr. Howard Stoffer (11:29). Bridgeport Democratic State Rep. Steve Stafstrom joined us to talk about a slight delay surrounding the implementation of Connecticut's "Clean Slate" bill (21:53).

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