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To wrap today's edition of "The Norm Pattis Show," Norm gave his thoughts on person's campaign in Connecticut's Senatorial race, ahead of tonight's debate.

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1. An electric bus in Hamden caught fire and many fear what that means for more EV’s on the road. Bridgeport Fire Chief Lance Edwards shared why these vehicles are a big concern and how firefighters need to respond. ((00:10))

2. Governor Lamont came back on to make up his Friday interview to answer listener questions. ((14:01))

3. Do you know shorthand conversation? Me neither. Krista Carnes gave parents tips in order to know what your kids are ACTUALLY talking about online. ((29:04)) 

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Monday's "Connecticut Today" had host Paul Pacelli talking about a growing controversy between Eversource and the Town of Redding over tree removal (0:35). University of New Haven Senior Lecturer of Fire Science and former Milford Fire Department Acting Chief Robert Healey talked about Saturday's electric bus fire in Hamden (10:21).

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During"The Norm Pattis Show" today, Norm took calls on what happened at Pleasure Beach in Bridgeport and why it was closed at least one day this past weekend? From that spawned memories from callers as well as ideas of what happened.

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1. According to Bloomberg, "tattoos aren't a big deal anymore for workers and employers in many industries."  But are there certain industries where having a tattoo could keep you from landing a job? Career strategist, Julie Bauke, shared her outlook on this. ((00:00))

2. An attempted mugging on Connecticut's ritziest street. Senator Ryan Fazio commented on the event on Greenwich Ave and what needs to happen with legislation. ((13:58))

3. Russian President Vladimir Putin has been traveling outside of Russia for the first time since the start of the war with Ukraine. Why is he putting his life at risk? We spoke with historian, Brad Woodworth, about this. ((21:51))

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"Connecticut Today" host Paul Pacelli wrapped up the week discussing the brazen nature of some criminals in the area (0:24). Former Time Magazine Washington D.C. reporter Alain Sanders shared his thoughts about the latest House January 6th Committee hearing (9:44).

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Norm Pattis sent us off into the weekend with some interesting topics on "The Norm Pattis Show." He brought up the idea of wanting to play Pickleball and two callers gave us the "who, what, where, when, why and how" of the game (0:00). It was followed up with discussing one of Joe Rogan's recent topics, the homeless, where another caller called to give her thoughts on the homeless population after a trip to California (12:11).

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Lisa chats with ristina Testa-Buzzee about a new accelerated workforce program in CT Community Colleges.

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Lisa and David Friedman share your stories of kindness.

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RICE PUDDING:

- Get a medium bowl -

3 eggs lightly beaten

1/5 cups of milk

1 cup of sugar

Teaspoon of vanilla

1.5 cup of cooked rice

Handful of raisins

Handful of craisins

A dash of cinnamon

Whisk it all together – then pour all into a baking dish

Bake 325 degrees – leave in for about 20 minutes or until golden brown

SAUCE:

3 cups of raspberries

Smidge of sugar

Teaspoon of corn starch

Blend together and layer on top of rice pudding

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