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Lisa talks with US Senator Richard Blumenthal about gun violence and what Congress can do to curb it.

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Author Jodi Picoult joins the show to talk about one of her works being adapted into a musical!

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1. We spoke with psychology professor, Melissa Whitson, about violent video games and lack of socialization for children. ((00:10))

2. Congressman Himes says he doesn't believe the current lawmakers in the Senate will agree on any gun laws, even after Texas. Learn why he says that. ((16:52))

3. Jayme Stevenson is the Republican-chosen candidate to face Congressman Himes in the fall. She shares how she would handle mass shootings in America, abortion and baby formula shortages if elected. ((30:32))

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1. Fran Mayko of AAA talking 100 deadliest days on the road. ((00:10))

2. Bridgeport Fire Chief Lance Edwards talking smoke detectors, bonfires, grilling and fire safety. ((15:03))

3. Nuvance Health’s Dr. Carreau talks about skin cancer. ((29:23))

4. Sacred Heart’s Gary MacNamara talks about parties involving alcohol, drugs and young people. ((38:45))

5. Stew Leonard Jr. talks about swimming safety and his Stewie The Duck campaign. ((50:52))

"Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli welcomed William B. Allen, editor of the new book, "The State of Black America," to discuss issues facing African-Americans in the U.S. (0:27). Motor Transport Association of Connecticut President Joe Sculley talked about the current diesel fuel crunch and other issues currently facing the state's commercial truckers (12:20).

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Congressman Jim Himes joins the show to discuss gun laws and the latest tragic school shooting in Texas.

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Lisa talks with Environmentalist Bill McKibben about his latest book and previews his upcoming show in Greenwich.

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Lisa chats with author Kristan Higgins about her latest novel.

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1. Not One More is a campaign featuring trauma teams. It urges people not to drink and drive. We learned about the campaign from Dr. Shawna Kettyle about it. ((00:10))

2. Summer Safety: Drinking and Drugging at Parties ((15:45))

3. Democrats are hopeful there's a compromise in Congress to pass gun legislation. Senator Blumenthal gave us the details. ((27:47))

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