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1. Jenny Currie discusses how to normalize the coronavirus for younger people or people with anxiety.  2. Tony and Melissa at odds over whether recreational marijuana should be legal in CT... IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

1. Jenny Currie discusses how to normalize the coronavirus for younger people or people with anxiety.  2. Tony and Melissa at odds over whether recreational marijuana should be legal in CT... IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli featured a smorgasbord of topics. First up was State Representative Charlie Stallsworth to give his thoughts on a recreational marijuana bill that's being discussed. This was followed up by former Mayor of Shiloh, Israel, David Rubin to talk about the CoronaVirus and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The show was wrapped up by Professor David Cadan to talk a...

1. The Discovery Museum talks about celebrations for planetariums. ((00:08)) 2. Community Inspiration: Brian Miguel ((08:22)) 3. Mayor Joe Ganim talks casinos and education task force in Bridgeport. ((14:24))

On Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli, Paul spoke to Don Stenberg, the former Attorney General of Nebraska who personally argued in defense of the state's partial abortion ban in the Supreme Court as part of Stenberg v. Carhart in the early 2000's. Later on Gary Rose, Professor and Chair of the department of Government at Sacred Heart to talk about Super Tuesday. The show was wrapped up with a...

1. Sen. Richard Blumenthal weighs in after Super Tuesday ((00:08)) 2. The Beardsley Zoo explains what AZA accreditation is and why it matters. ((05:21)) 3. So if you were offered a free cruise RIGHT NOW, would you take it? Melissa is considering it... ((13:10)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

On Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli, Garrett Sheehan, the President and CEO of the New Haven Chamber of Commerce, joined Paul to talk about what's happening at the chamber. Later on, Ben Bogardus, an Assistant Professor of Journalism joined to give his thoughts on the departure of Chris Matthews on MSNBC

1. Congressman Jim Himes addresses sanitizing on public transportation and its future. ((00:08)) 2. Tuberbulosis diagnosis in Norwalk...what?? ((07:11)) 3. What is Platform to Employment and how can it help veterans? ((10:18)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

Melissa's mom shares her homemade meatball recipe. You can bake them or just toss them right into hot gravy to cook...YUM! INGREDIENTS: -       2 eggs to a lb of meat -       1-2 lbs of meat -       Italian bread crumbs -       Parsley -       Oregano -       Onion powder -       Garlic (minced, fresh or powder) -       Milk

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli was interesting....It started off when producer Eric played some Tom Jones for a bumper lead to some very interesting calls. Then Paul spoke to Jane Ferrera from the Mercy Learning Center to talk about all the work that the center is doing. Marc Fitch from the Yankee Institute for Public Policy and the Fitch Files joined in to talk about the latest entries in...

1. Now that covid-19 is here, what does that mean for schools? ((00:08)) 2. Helping seniors avoid pick-pocketers. ((07:58)) 3. Getting excited to celebrate the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Bridgeport. ((14:59)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli touched on a couple major points. First Professor Wilfred Reilly, an Assistant Professor of Political Science at Kentucky State University came on to talk about the 1619 Project. Later on Republican State Auditor Rob Kane called in to give us an update on all that's going on.

1. Dr. Fred Browne checks in to talk about the coronavirus. ((00:10)) 2. Krista Carnes advises how people should balance covid-19 news with social media. ((09:11)) 3. Jenny Currie offers why we need gratitude and not anger if coronavirus canceled your plans. ((18:12)) 4. It's hard not to shake hands, we're sorry! ((25:20)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli was on the trail of the Coronavirus as Scott Appleby, Director of Emergency Management and Homeland Security called in to talk about the Governor's State of Emergency declaration 

1. Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim explains why they DIDN'T cancel the parade unlike most other CT towns and cities. ((00:08)) 2. Discovery Museum celebrates Uranus being discovered over 240 years ago. ((06:43)) 3. Community Inspiration: Vincent Carbone ((16:51)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

On Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli, we kept everyone up to speed on the Coronavirus, including a press conference by members of the state on the possible pandemic 

1. Governor Ned Lamont predicts uptick in covid-19 cases in CT and answers listener questions. ((00:08)) 2. Senator Richard Blumenthal responds to President's recent temporary travel ban. ((11:24)) 4. A CIAC Coach shares how CT players are devastated over season cut short. ((17:28)) 4. For Zoo Minute: FrogWatch ((24:32)) IMAGE CREDIT: Office of Governor Ned Lamont Facebook

State Senator George Logan called into Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli to give us an inside look up in Hartford as to what the Government is doing during the Coronavirus Pandemic 

1. Congressman Jim Himes breaks down a new bill for coronavirus economic needs. ((00:08)) 2. Sen. Richard Blumenthal plans to share more on new bill ((07:19)) 3. Local church suspends in-person services ((13:41)) 4. CIAC coach reacts to abrupt end of season ((21:52)) 5. Melissa's brother who works at Disneyworld weighs in ((28:36)) 6. New Haven couple in Disney reacts to shutdown ((34:00))

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli continued it's coverage of the Coronavirus through press conferences held throughout the show. It started with an address by President Donald Trump live from the Rose Garden to to discuss the nation declaring a National Emergency and some of the moves being made by his administration. Shortly after, Connecticut Officials gave an update on the state, the preca...

1. Governor Lamont gives the latest on cases in CT. ((00:08)) 2. Dr. Fred Browne debunks covid-19 theories. ((05:58)) 3. A Cheshire company helps elderly patients stay safe at home. ((15:34)) 4. How we can help small local businesses amid the coronavirus. ((22:26)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

On Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli, Paul hosted Andy Markowski, Connecticut State Director for the NFIB to talk about how the Coronavirus is affecting businesses in Connecticut. We also carried a Press Conference that was held by President Donald Trump

1. Willows Pediatric explains how local doctors are protecting kids. ((00:08)) 2. Jenny Currie discusses how depression has set in for many. ((06:;44)) 3. Only in Bridgeport tackles how Bridgeport is dealing with covid-19. ((13:06)) 4. Mayor Joe Ganim talks about covid-19 testing center ((18:17)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

On Connecticut Today, Paul Pacelli hosted Mike Fox to talk about how the Coronavirus is effecting you at the gas pump, and later on Jim Cameron, the writer of the Getting There articles as part of Hearst Media, was on to talk about how the virus is affecting traveling in the state

1. Stamford teacher talks about the online classes so far. ((00:08)) 2. Monroe restaurant owner explains how they keep business afloat. ((10:50)) 3. American Red Cross talks blood shortage after mass cancellations. ((18:25)) 4. Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim talks new covid-19 testing center. ((25:10)) 5. PETA online program to help kids stuck at home. ((33:50)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images ...

On today's Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli, Paul spoke to Dr. Myriam Sidibe, a public-health expert, about the importance of washing your hands. Charlie Carroll, the executive director and former ring master of the Barnum Festival spoke to Paul about the festival's postponement. Then the New Haven Chamber of Commerce called to give us an update. 

1. Sen. Richard Blumenthal explains why CT is low on medical supplies ((00:08)) 2. Dr. Charles Herrick tells us how to handle panic ((05:27)) 3. Superintendent Mike Testani talks about online programming in Bridgeport ((13:12)) 4. Fire Chief Richard Thode explains how covid-19 has impacted protocol ((18:52)) 5. Beardsley Zoo launches new streaming videos ((26:34)) 6. Make A Wish CT had to push ...

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli continued it's coverage of the Coronavirus Pandemic, first hosting Joan Kreiger, the coordinator of Respiratory Therapy Program at Southern Connecticut State University to talk about the effects of the coronavirus on ones lungs. Later on Paul spoke to Norwalk Mayor Harry Rilling on how the pandemic is effecting his city.

1. Governor Lamont gives the latest on covid-19 in CT ((00:08)) 2. Congressman Himes talks about lack of supplies ((05:05)) 3. How the virus can rock marriages ((14:11)) 4. Fairfield County Community Foundation helping non-profits ((21:27)) 5. Maritime Aquarium connecting with the public online ((27:55)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

On Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli, Jennifer Hopper, Associate Professor of Political Science at Southern Connecticut State University called in to talk about how the Coronavirus has affected the political world and President Trump. State Senator Kevin Kelly joined in to talk about how Coronavirus is affecting local politics. We also carried Governor Ned Lamont's press conference calling fo...

1. Governor Lamont talks non-essential worker shutdown. ((00:08)) 2. Senator Hwang talks the possibility of a statewide shutdown ((06:48)) 3. Dr. Browne tackles some rumors surrounding covid-19 ((13:17)) 4. Local dentist calling on others to donate masks ((19:48)) 5. Shop owner spreads happiness despite shutdown ((24:32)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

1. Congressman Jim Himes gets you answers about health insurance during covid-19 outbreak. ((00:08)) 2. Jenny Currie explains what covicide is and how we can protect ourselves. ((05:46)) 3. Bridgeport is starting to make virtual meetings a social norm. ((13:48)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus

John Paitakes, Professor of Criminal Justice at Ryder University in New Jersey, joins Paul to talk about criminal justice during coronavirus. Then, Paul chats with Chris Powell, editorial columnist for the Journal Inquirer of Manchester, talks about the long-term implications of business shutdowns for the state due to the outbreak.