The Talk of Connecticut

Emmy winner Dave Stevens an inspiration. Hear his story on Brad & Dan

Aug 17, 2017

Dave Stevens is a seven-time Emmy winner. Born with no legs, he has served as an inspiration to many, playing baseball and football. The Bristol, CT resident also has traveled the country, as a motivational speaker.
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Brad & Dan podcast- Aug. 17, 2017: International expert says Trump's comments off base

Aug 17, 2017

Yvonne R. Davis is an internationally recognized leadership development trainer, professional coach, speaker, and award winning journalist. Ms. Davis has served the U.S. Department of State in the capacity as a lecturer, trainer, and speaker for the Speakers’ Bureau, enhancing and spreading public diplomacy on behalf of the United States of America. She has worked under both Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama.
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Brad & Dan podcast- Aug. 16, 2017: Jim Colella on mission to cure Cystic Fibrosis

Aug 17, 2017

Jim Colella is on a mission, and that's to find a cure for Cystic Fibrosis. The CEO of Telserv, talks about his goal and a 2017 fundraiser scheduled for Aug. 26 in Cromwell, CT. His two granddaughters have Cystic Fibrosis and he talks about that too. Podcast photo credit: Getty Images Plus/iStock/designer491

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Brad & Dan podcast- Aug. 16, 2017: Legislature chided by Bronin. Mayor supports library closures

Aug 17, 2017

Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin is criticizing the state legislature for not passing budget, while his city continues to languish, financially. He also says he backs the recommended closing of three library branches, during this interview. Podcast photo credit: Dan Lovallo

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Ed Says: August 17th 2017

Aug 17, 2017

Actions over labels.
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Ed Says: August 16th 2017

Aug 16, 2017

Defending the indefensible.
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Ed Says: August 15th 2017

Aug 15, 2017

Disagreeing with colleagues.
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Ed Says: August 14th 2017

Aug 14, 2017

A New Hope.
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Connecticut's job market sputters with tax hikes on the table

Aug 18, 2017

Latest numbers show Connecticut shed 600 jobs in July, as the unemployment rate remained at five percent. Meanwhile, Democrats in the state House and Senate are now hinting a hike in the sales tax is a given in their budget proposal
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Gloves come off in budget battle

Aug 17, 2017

The gloves are coming off in the state budget battle. Republican leaders are writing Letters to the Editor and Democrats are saying the week of Sept. 11 could be the week, when there is a budget vote.
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State budget is number one issue

Aug 16, 2017

As U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy and U.S. Rep. Elizabeth Esty meet constituents, during the Congressional recess, you would think that the number one issue is President Trump, right? Or perhaps health care? Not so, according to both Murphy and Esty. They say the number one issue constituents are talking about with them is the state budget crisis.
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CT On The Hill Podcast- Aug. 15, 2017: Town yoga opposition gets owner's goat

Aug 15, 2017

Tracy Longoria, owner of Aussakita Acres Farm in Manchester, CT, is upset with the town's attempt to halt her goat yoga classes. She called CT On The Hill to express her displeasure and educate the audience about the issue. Podcast Photo Credit: Getty Images/DigitalVision/Thomas Northcut

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