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1. Hollywood is rolling out the red carpet for a pair of Connecticut sisters. Meet the owners of The Power to B bracelets. www.ThePowertoB.com ((00:10))

2. Ansonia named their permanent chief of police, Wayne Williams. We spoke with him about the promotion and his thoughts on the climate around law enforcement. ((08:17))

3. Counselor, Julius Dudics, talks about the concept of kindness, even during dark times. ((21:33))

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On Monday's "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli, Paul chatted with Bridgeport City Councilwoman Maria Pereira about a proposal to ban ATVs and dirt bikes from buying gas at gas stations in Bridgeport (0:39). Quinnipiac University Assistant Professor of Finance Eric McAlley joined us to talk about the SWIFT banking system now at the center of sanctions on Russia (8:28). University of New Haven Assistant Professor of National Security Dr. Jeffrey Treistman commented on the situation in Ukraine (16:38) and we also featured remarks from White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki on the latest from Ukraine (29:07).

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1. Without Social Security, 50% of Black Americans would be living in poverty. That's according to the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare. President, Max Richtman, talked about the new data and the goal of it. ((00:10))

2. We hear from both sides of the aisle about what's happening with the legislative session. Senators Bob Duff and Tony Hwang stopped by. ((13:39))

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On Friday's edition of "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli, we carried part of Governor Ned Lamont's news conference in response to a growing state contracting controversy (0:35). State House GOP Leader Vin Candelora joined us later in the show to offer his reaction to what the governor said (7:15). Quinnipiac University Cybersecurity Professor Dr. Fred Scholl talked about the danger of possible cyberattacks during the Russia-Ukraine war (15:09). We also heard from Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson, President Biden's U.S. Supreme Court nominee (26:06).

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Lisa talks with Freida Hecht about the Jewish community in Ukraine.

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Olga Litvinenko calls into the show to discuss her family's experience trying to leave Ukraine just prior to Russia's invasion.

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Lisa is joined by Dr. Dina Katz of Northern Westchester Hosptial to discuss cardiovascular issues.

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((For four servings))

INGREDIENTS:

- 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts

- 1/4 teaspoon salt

- 1/4 teaspoon pepper

- 5 tablespoons of butter

- 2/3 cup dry white wine

- 1/2 cup chicken broth

- 1/4 cup finely chopped shallot (2) or onion

- 2 tablespoons whipping cream or skim milk

1. Congressman Himes came on the show to talk about the latest on the Russia attack in Ukraine. He sadly told us "Ukraine is going to lose, it's an unfair battle." ((00:10))

2. Breeze Airways is adding a base to a CT airport. We get the latest details from the Connecticut Airport Authority. ((09:32))

3. A number of GOP proposals are being presented during the legislative session. Senator Kevin Kelly talked about ideas for public safety, youth crime and job growth. ((18:51))

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On Thursday's "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli, we aired President Biden's news conference regarding the rapidly changing situation in Ukraine (0:29). Former Time Magazine Washington reporter Professor Alain Sanders joined us to talk about President Biden's handling of the Ukraine situation (9:00). Commuter advocate Jim Cameron talked about the latest news for commuters in Fairfield and New Haven Counties (20:33).  

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