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Filmmaker and author Joel Gilbert joined us on "Connecticut Today" to talk about his new book and documentary, "Michelle Obama 2024: Her Real Life Story and Plan for Power"(0:37). Host Paul Pacelli also wondered if Wyoming GOP Congresswoman Liz Cheyney is being unfairly dismissed for her opposition to former President Donald Trump (13:22).

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On his last day filling in on "The Norm Pattis Show," Ed Sabatino dove into some interesting topics. First, Ed talked about his thoughts on revealing the affidavit used towards the raid of former President Donald Trump's Mar-A-Lago estate (0:00). Next, Ed looked the Tweed International Airport expansion and wondered what really happened during the approval (22:16). Finally, Ed gave his thoughts on the closing of the 9/11 Tribute Museum in New York, and the disappointment he had in it's closing (33:25).

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1. Bridgeport City Councilwoman Michelle Lyons of the 134th District is calling on the Bridgeport Catholic Diocese to build additional elderly housing on its property at 238 Jewett Avenue in the North End of Bridgeport. We spoke with Lyons and retired Judge Carmen Lopez who's been giving legal advice on the situation. ((00:10))

2. Republican candidate to Lt. Governor, Laura Devlin, came on to take listener questions. ((16:47))

3. Congressman Jim Himes talked more about the Inflation Reduction Act specifically addressing climate change. This time, he focused on electric vehicles. ((34:39))

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RECIPE:

1. Pie crust -- bake for 10-15 minutes at 350 degrees.

2. Pan fry chopped onions, cooked (leftover) corn or frozen corn, home fries and cooked bacon (already crumbled)

3. Once cooked, add to pie crust along with 3 eggs, 2 cups of heavy cream

4. Bake for 45 minutes at 350 degrees or until top is golden brown

We spoke with President and CEO, Kimberly Shaunesey, about the non-profit and how it's grown in 80 years!

Thursday's "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli looked at why Connecticut Republican candidates might go 0-for-7 in major, statewide races over the past 12 years (0:26). Author Robert Friedman talked about his new book, "Puerto Rico 1965-1990: A Quarter Century of Highlights, Hope, Status and Stasis." (11:27).

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Lisa chats with Aaron May about his upcoming cooking demos this weekend at Hey Stamford!

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1. Bedtime Math Foundation is launching Be Part of the Equation, a nationwide campaign that awakens parents to the ongoing math education crisis affecting the next generation. Bedtime Math President and Founder, Laura Overdeck, talked about it and the change in math teaching. ((00:10))

2. City councilwoman, Maria Pereira, has been accused of refering to another council member as a felon. We heard the other side of the story from city council president Aidee Nieves and councilman Ernie Newton. ((14:53))

3. Senator Blumenthal talked about tiktok challenges and the CDC overhaul. ((35:25))

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Wednesday's "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli featured Paul's thoughts on a controversial Democratic Primary recount in State House District 127 (0:37). Regarding that race, we also heard from Bridgeport City Councilman Marcus Brown (9:41) and former Bridgeport Democratic State Representative Chris Caruso (21:07). SCSU biologist Dr. Sarah Crawford called in with an update on Monkeypox, Polio and Covid-19 (29:37).

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