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Russ Hackmann breaks down all the investment strategies you can use during periods of high inflation. Image Credit: nespix / iStock / Getty Images Plus

1. Lisa Dadio is a former police lieutenant and has a background in forensics and cold cases. We asked her about high profile cases in CT and how police handle them. ((00:10)) 2. Congressman Jim Himes talked about voting rights and at-home covid test kits being sent out across the US. ((16:16)) 3. Senator Kevin Kelly talk about ways to make CT more affordable and gave us his thoughts on the gov...

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Listeners share their stories in this weeks' edition of The Kindness of Strangers. Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus trigubova

Lisa talks to former CT State Rep Brian Farnen about his bid to become a State Represenative again. Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus Tashka

Lisa is joined by Governor Ned Lamont who gives an update on Covid-19 in CT.  Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus ChrisBoswell

On Friday's "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli, Paul welcomed back Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine Dr. David Banach to chat about the current Covid-19 situation (0:36). Yankee Institute for Public Policy reporter Marc Fitch had an update on the latest political stories from Hartford (11:04). Paul also had a few thoughts about how criminals ...

Russ Hackmann breaks down for Melissa whether or not Roths are another form of IRA, and whether or not they can grow tax free. Image Credit: zimmytws / iStock / Getty Images Plus

1. Depending on what studies you look at, the fact remains that infidelity happens to a lot of couples. So, can you overcome an affair in your marriage? Bob Donovan shares his biggest lessons in 15 years counseling couples. ((00:10)) 2. Both sides of the aisle: Senators Bob Duff and Tony Hwang gave us their perspectives on the governor potentially extending his emergency powers. ((15:55)) 3. ...

Lisa discusses the Lauren Smith-Fields alleged murder and the lack of media coverage in this case with Bridgeport Councilwoman Maria Pereira. Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus Rawpixel

Lisa talks with concerned citizen Mark Donovan about saving our trees. Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus JM_Image_Factory

On Monday's "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli, Paul wondered why so many Democrats speak "carefully" about crime and criminals (0:35). Intelligence analyst and counter intelligence expert Brian Boyd analyzed the rising tension between the U.S. and Russia over Ukraine (8:20). State House GOP leader Vin Candelora talked about Gov. Ned Lamont's request for an extension of his Covid-19 emergenc...

Russ Hackmann discusses how to get get money into a Roth account, and if it can only be while you're working. Image Credit: Ta Nu / iStock / Getty Images Plus

1. It's National News Literacy Week and we tackle disinformation. Social media consultant, Krista Carnes, talks about misinformation being spread online. ((00:10)) 2. Nuvance Health is one of a selected few sites in the United States enrolling participants in a study evaluating the ketogenic diet in people with advanced pancreatic cancer. Dr. Richard Frank tells about the study that's been in t...

On Tuesday's "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli, we spoke with Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling Executive Director Diana Goode on whether or not online sports and casino gambling is creating more problem gamblers (0:36). University of New Haven Associate Professor Dr. Matthew Schmidt talked about the current standoff between the U.S. and Russia involving Ukraine (13:03). Image Credit...

Lisa is joined by Debra Eccles to discuss partaking in a Senior Pageant! Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus Deagreez

Martha Zoller calls in to discuss the brave actions of a Georgia Judge. Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus gguy44

Lisa talks with State Senator Dennis Bradley about the ongoing case of Lauren Smith-Fields’ death.   Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus Sean Pavone

Russ Hackmann explains to Melissa how retired people can use Roth accounts. Image Credit: outline205 / iStock / Getty Images Plus

1. Social Security field offices in southern Connecticut don’t appear likely to open until March 30 or later. That means getting good information on even the most commonly asked questions isn’t available. Webster Phillips with the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare answers your questions. ((00:10)) 2. The Holiday Inn is up for sale in Bridgeport and we get the latest f...

Wayne Winston calls in for this week's edition of On Race where Lisa takes a closer look at Lauren Smith-Fields mysterious death. Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus Pict Rider

Lisa chats with PURA Chairwoman Marissa Gillett about our utility bills with a large snow storm on the horizon. Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus JJ Gouin

William Brown, CEO of Gateway Community College Security, joins the show to talk about campus security during the pandemic. Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus mrdoomits 

On Wednesday's "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli, Paul chatted with former George W. Bush White House official Jean Card on the continued Republican allegiance to former President Donald Trump and a riff developing in the Senate (0:32). Retired Connecticut Superior Court Judge and current Quinnipiac University Law School Professor Angela Robinson talked about the announced retirement of U.S...

Russ Hackmann explains how people can figure out whether converting to Roth makes financial sense. Image Credit: syahrir maulana / iStock / Getty Images Plus

Jessica Darrow voices the character Luisa in the hit animated Disney movie, Encanto. The movie released into theaters in November, but since streaming on Disney+, millions of women have taken to social media admiring the character and her hit song in the movie, "Surface Pressure." Jess told us about landing the job, working through the pandemic and how she connected with the character that's re...

Dr. Browne addresses the latest variant...cousin? The stealth omicron variant has been detected in Connecticut and we get the latest on that. Plus, we talked about government data on covid patients and positive tests.  IMAGE CREDIT:  iStock / Getty Images Plus

On Thursday's "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli, Paul spoke with former Stonington First Selectman Mike Urgo about his role in finding a third-party candidate to run for governor this coming November (0:45). Former Bridgeport Democratic State Rep. Chris Caruso chimed in on possible third-party candidates (13:28). Southern Connecticut State University Political Science Prof. Jonathan Wharton...

Lisa chats with State Senator Tony Hwang about a recent CT Superior Court decision. Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus rarrarorro

Author Anastasia Mills-Healy joins the show to reveal some of CT's hidden gems and fun secrets. Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus Manczurov

1. Senate Republicans are proposing ways to better address the mental health crisis in our state. Senator Tony Hwang led the way in this effort and shared the biggest takeaways.  2. Senator Blumenthal went on a tour of a Danbury prison to check on covid conditions and staffing shortages. But he was blocked from several sections...why? 3. Zoo Minute: Frog Watch USA is back!! IMAGE CREDIT:  iSto...

Russ Hackmann sums up everything you need to know about about Roth accounts. Image Credit: Piotrekswat / iStock / Getty Images Plus

1. Governor Lamont did his bi-weekly chat discussing emergency powers, covid data and efforts to crack down on fentanyl. ((00:10)) 2. Senate Republicans have proposed new ways to tackle fentanyl use in our state. Senator Kelly explains. ((11:53)) 3. Speaking about fentanyl, what can be addressed on the national level about fentanyl? Congressman Himes gives his input. ((26:27)) IMAGE CREDIT:  i...

Lisa takes your calls in today's Kindness of Strangers Episode 18! Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus Jarvell Jardey 

Lisa chats with the ever mobile Senator Richard Blumenthal. Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus YayaErnst 

Darlene Love joins the show to preview her upcoming Valentine's Day concert! Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus rrvachov

1. The death of Lauren Smith-Fields has taken the nation by storm. Attorney Darnell Crosland represents the family of Lauren and shared why he believes this case was beyond poorly handled. ((00:10)) 2. How do we overcome an affair and save our marriages? Consultant, Bob Donovan, went into part two of the conversation. ((14:24)) 3. Ahead of the winter Olympics, we talked about head trauma. Dr. P...

Greenwich RTC Chair Dan Quigley joins the show joins the show to discuss proposed zoning changes in Greenwich. Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus stockphoto52

Lisa talks with Themis Klarides about her announcement to run for US Senate. Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus rarrarorro

On Monday's "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli, Paul spoke with Italian-American Defense League President Matthew Guarnieri on a recent controversy in Guilford regarding Columbus Day (0:30). Quinnipiac University Communications Professor Rich Hanley talked about the legacy of Tom Brady that goes beyond American football (13:32). Finally, Paul had some thoughts on the reluctance of some polit...

1. Morning show counselor, Julius Dudics, talked about the “Power of the Tongue." Why do we speak without thinking and say things that we regret? ((00:10)) 2. Gas prices are going up and will keep going up. Fran Mayko of AAA explains why. ((09:24)) 3. February marks the start of Black History Month. Community activist, Wayne Winston, shares what started it and where you can go to learn more. ((...

American Idol winner Ruben Studdard joins Lisa to preview his upcoming show at the Wall Street Theater. Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus 9parusnikov

Lisa chats with rockstar mountain climber Nims Purja about his 14 summits! Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus Zzvet 

News 12's Frank Recchia joins the show to discuss the ongoing investigations of Lauren Smith Fields and Brenda Lee Rawls deaths. Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus denizbayram 

1. After two mysterious deaths were mishandled in the city of Bridgeport, Mayor Ganim takes action. We heard from Rowena White about the latest actions in the city and these investigations. 2. Febraury is heart disease awareness month. We spoke with a cardiologist about the common killer in men and women. 3. The American Red Cross is reporting studies that show older adults are most vulnerable ...

Wayne Winston joins Lisa in studio to discuss the Whoopi Goldberg situation. Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus domoskanonos

Lisa talks with Matt Mandell about how we can help our struggling local restaurants with take out orders. Photo:  iStock / Getty Images Plus Ridofranz

Author Clare Fiesler calls in to chat about her latest book featuring female explorers. Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus Jelena990

Activist Lawyer Abe Foxman joins Lisa to breakdown Whoopie Goldberg's comments about The Holocaust and racism. Photo: iStock / Getty Images Plus nito100 

On Wednesday's "Connecticut Today" with Paul Pacelli, Paul had a few thoughts on Governor Ned Lamont's election year tax proposals (0:49). We welcomed Scott Powell, author of, "Rediscovering America: How the National Holidays Tell an Amazing Story about Who We Are" (13:34). Quinnipiac University Adjunct Professor of Law Gary Phelan talked about a class action lawsuit filed against the National ...