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Today, Lisa chats with acting Bridgeport police chief Rebecca Garcia (0:00) and D.T.  Max, author of "Late Conversations With Stephen Sondheim" (20:34).

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Senator Richard Blumenthal spoke about the biggest topics in Washington including social media, freight trains and marriage equality. ((00:00))

A local non-profit helping the homeless in CT was awarded $2.5 million dollars. We learned about New Reach with offices in New Haven and Bridgeport. ((08:07))

Santa Rick has been bringing smiles to people's faces for 35 years. Every December, he joins the morning show to answer Santa questions. ((16:20))

Girl Scouts of Connecticut recognized an extraordinary woman. We met 81-year-old Francine Farkas Sears. ((26:30))

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Connecticut had its first flu case this week. We lost a person between the ages of 50 and 59 in New London county. Dr. Browne spoke about our flu season and what you should do to best protect yourself from getting sick. 

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A Darien mother's comments regarding a controversial school book kicked off Wednesday's "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli (0:32). University of New Haven Professor Vahid Behzadan talked about nationwide Campus Rallies for Iran (10:30). Heritage Foundation analyst Michael Cunningham joined us to discuss the danger of China's spying activity in the U.S. (21:50).

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Today, Lisa chats with Dr. Yafell Serulle, Director of Neuroendovascular Surgery at Phelps Hospital and a member of the Department of Neurosurgery at Lenox Hill Hospital (0:00); Randi Lehrman & Jill Halper, Gold Coast Connect/employment attorneys (18:16); and PURA Chairwoman Marissa Gillett (25:11).

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Wind, fire and plugs...just a few of the many things you need to keep in mind heading into the holidays and colder months. We talk to Bridgeport Fire Chief Lance Edwards about what to do to protect yourself in your home and yard. ((00:00))

Lawmakers in Washington are working to better protect children online and potentially regulate social media platforms. Social media consultant, Krista Carnes, shares what two bills are being discussed and weighs the good and bad for them. ((15:11))

Science you may not Know: Minerals found in a meteorite that landed in Somalia!! Why is this significant? ((29:06))

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Tuesday's "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli featured comments from Paul on the previous day's special General Assembly session at the State Capitol (0:25), as well as thoughts from Fairfield GOP State Sen. Tony Hwang (12:27). Economic researcher Dr. Thomas Hogan talked about the future of crypto currency regulation (27:14).

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We had a lot of questions for Governor Lamont post election. We asked him about the special session, hero's pay, covid vaccines and teacher retention. ((00:00))

It's Giving Tuesday and this year, we featured a new non-profit called The Brighter Days Foundation. We met the executive director, Kara Dooley, about how her organization helps foster children in Fairfield County and how you can help! ((18:03))

Julie on the Job: Will jobs drop or reduce the need for college degrees from potential job candidates? Our career strategist, Julie Bauke, says yes. ((33:00))

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Monday's "Connecticut Today" with host Paul Pacelli featured State House GOP leader Vin Candelora on the General Assembly's special session and rising electric bills (0:25), while Paul also had some thoughts on a controversial rebate proposal (12:48). Southern Methodist University professor and film critic Dr. Andrew Draper joined us to talk about the recent string of Disney movie problems (22:32).

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This morning, lawmakers are heading into a special session to tackle the state gas tax extension, bus fares, home heating assistance programs and hero's pay. Senator Tony Hwang shared his prediction for this session and what the future legislative session should look like in 2023. ((00:00))

A few months ago, 200 cats were found in a Connecticut home. What can be done to address animal hoarding situations in the state? Virginia Maxwell spent a 15-year career at the State of Connecticut Forensic Laboratory in the Trace Evidence Section and shared her intel on the problem. ((17:32))

Remote workers don't want to go bac to work in person and more employees are filing lawsuits. But are they justified? We talk to Gary Phelan, a partner at Mitchell and Sheehan about this. ((28:41))

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