Meet an environmental sanitarian from Meriden - who plays a role in the state's Lead Poisoning Prevention and Control Program residents identifying and helping folks understand and eliminate dangers posed by lead - which is especially risky to children.

Then we'll hear another story of tragedy overcome by inspiration with the founder of A Promise to Jordan - a statewide nonprofit honoring a victim of the opioid epidemic aimed at eliminating the stigma of addiction, assisting people in accessing quality care, and giving hope that recovery is possible to those struggling with addiction.

Then we will circle back with Dr. Dana Wade and Monitor My Health - working to delay or prevent obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart attack, and stroke with a CDC-recognized evidence-based lifestyle change program he is delivering to thousands in greater Bridgeport and beyond for low and often no cost.

Meet a Vice President from Western Governors University talking about how broadband affordability in Connecticut - especially in the New Haven and Bridgeport regions continues to be a barrier to education, skills training, workforce development, and economic development especially among historically under-served people and how WGU is helping bridge that digital divide.

Then get the lowdown on Southwest Community Health Center which is providing and expanding high quality care that includes medical, dental, and behavioral health services, health education, disease prevention programs, community outreach, and enrollment services to individuals and families in the Greater Bridgeport area.

And allow us to introduce you to Untapped Potential, which is expanding now into New Haven and Fairfield Counties preparing women and caregivers for their next career shift by changing the way businesses find and keep talent. We'll hear how this nonprofit provides a stepping stone to re-enter the workforce at your caliber with the flexibility and control you need

If your planning to do any digging between now and next spring or beyond you'll want to hear about a brand new educational resource and certification program from Call Before You Dig that will help you ensure any deep dig projects you are planning in the future at home or on the job - roll out safely.

Then we'll clue you in on new job opportunities that are opening up in the new year with a panel of guests digging into the state's first ever clean energy and green jobs study produced through the Joint Committee of the Energy Efficiency Board (EEB) and the Connecticut Green Bank Board of Directors.

And as COVID escalates substance use and overdoses, we'll check in with Recovery Network of Programs - a private, non-profit, social service agency which has been serving the Greater Bridgeport Community since 1972 restoring hope, health, and well being for individuals and families in a recovery environment.