Best CT Mirror Podcasts (2024)

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Steady Habits Presents: In the Room with Treasurer Erick Russell 50:25

3d ago50:25

50:25

In The Room is an in-person, monthly interview series with Connecticut’s top elected officials. Host John Dankosky brings a new approach to political interviews, exploring the policy and the people behind the policy. In the fourth event of the series, Dankosky interviews State Treasurer Erick Russell at the International Festival of Arts and Ideas.…

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Starry Nights 2:37

2h ago2:37

2:37

When was the last time you laid back and savored the cosmos on a warm summer night? The stars, of course, are brightest during a clear night with a new moon. There was a new moon on July 5, so we are heading toward a full moon on July 21.By Chuck Lura

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Are CT fair rent commissions operating as planned? 9:29

4d ago9:29

9:29

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Ginny Monk to discuss her article, “Are CT fair rent commissions effective? Bloomfield case tests limits,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.By Ebong Udoma, Molly Ingram

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Reproductive Strategies in Plants 2:45

6d ago2:45

2:45

I mentioned in last week’s Natural North Dakota that estimates for how many seeds a cottonwood tree could produce in a year may range up to 48 million. Clearly all those small seeds do not develop into cottonwood trees. But a very small number do fall on the ground with the right conditions of soil, moisture, sunlight, little competition, and other…

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Bridgeport residents fight for a say in their community’s environment 8:54

11d ago8:54

8:54

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s former reporter Jaden Edison to discuss his article, “Bridgeport apartment complex residents fight for health, and a say,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.By Ebong Udoma, Molly Ingram

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Cottonwood Trees 2:56

13d ago2:56

2:56

If the cottonwoods in your area have not started releasing their cotton, they will be soon. It is that time of year!By Chuck Lura

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CT cannabis equity program hits road bumps 14:27

18d ago14:27

14:27

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Mark Pazniokas to discuss his article, “CT confronts controversy over cannabis cash and social equity,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.By Ebong Udoma, Molly Ingram

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Seeing yellow-headed blackbirds in North Dakota 2:56

21d ago2:56

2:56

If you spend time around marshes during the summer months you are likely to become familiar with the yellow-headed blackbird. The name of this bird is quite descriptive, but it is occasionally referred to (with tongue firmly in cheek) as a “black bodied yellow bird.”

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Emails reveal affordable housing rift in Lamont administration 9:48

25d ago9:48

9:48

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Ginny Monk to discuss her article, “CT DOH official opposed ‘fair share’ housing policy, emails show,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.By Ebong Udoma, Molly Ingram

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International Peace Garden 2:37

28d ago2:37

2:37

I encourage you to consider a trip to the International Peace Garden this summer. There is much to see and do there, including exploring a little Natural North Dakota and Manitoba in the Turtle Mountain aspen forest.By Chuck Lura

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Two years after fatal Watertown fire, questions still remain 9:37

1M ago9:37

9:37

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Ginny Monk to discuss her article written with Dave Altimari, “A fatal fire, an illegal apartment and a closed investigation,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.By Ebong Udoma, Molly Ingram

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Identifying and treating poison ivy and skunk spray 2:36

1M ago2:36

2:36

Summer is upon us! It seems that every year, questions come up on how to identify poison ivy, and what to do if a dog has been sprayed by a skunk. A little reminder of identification of poison ivy and treatment of skunk spray might be helpful.By Chuck Lura

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Steady Habits Presents: In the Room with AG William Tong 1:02:51

1M ago1:02:51

1:02:51

In The Room is an in-person, monthly interview series with Connecticut’s top elected officials. Host John Dankosky brings a new approach to political interviews, exploring the policy and the people behind the policy. In the third event of the series, Dankosky interviews Attorney General William Tong, at UConn Stamford. See omnystudio.com/listener f…

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CT schools brace for the end of pandemic funding 8:16

1M ago8:16

8:16

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Jessika Harkay to discuss her article, “End of pandemic funding could spell disaster for some CT schools,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.By Ebong Udoma, Molly Ingram

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Have you seen a smooth green snake? 2:44

1M ago2:44

2:44

The Amphibians and Reptiles of North Dakota website lists eight species of snakes documented in the state. I assume that most North Dakotans are familiar with many of these snakes, but I suspect that few have ever heard of or seen a smooth green snake (Opheodrys vernalis).By Chuck Lura

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CT’s youth mental health system needs work. But where does the state start? 14:28

2M ago14:28

14:28

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Jaden Edison to discuss his article written with Ginny Monk, “For some CT kids, the mental health care system is struggling,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.By Ebong Udoma, Molly Ingram

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Birdwatching tools you should know 2:35

2M ago2:35

2:35

Whether it's watching robins in the yard, seeing an eagle soar overhead, or trying to identify a bird making that sweet call from some thick brush, birds seem to draw our interest. But many among us may not be aware of a couple aids that can help enhance our birding experiences.By Chuck Lura

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Explaining the arrest of Kosta Diamantis, former CT deputy budget director 10:25

2M ago10:25

10:25

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Dave Altimeri to discuss his article, “Behind Kosta Diamantis’ arrest: Money woes, unfettered power,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.By Ebong Udoma, Molly Ingram

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Ring-billed gulls 2:41

2M ago2:41

2:41

I was perusing Robert Stewart’s Breeding Birds of North Dakota (1975) recently and noticed that he listed three species of gulls nesting in the state: California, Franklin’s, and ring-billed. He also noted that herring gulls were nesting on Stump Lake back in 1884.By Chuck Lura

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Steady Habits Presents: In the Room with Gov. Ned Lamont 57:49

2M ago57:49

57:49

In The Room is a new, in-person, monthly interview series with Connecticut’s top elected officials. Host John Dankosky brings a new approach to political interviews, exploring the policy and the people behind the policy. In the second event of the series, Dankosky interviews Gov. Ned Lamont at Mohegan Sun. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in…

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Parents of CT students with disabilities struggle to meet with school leaders 11:23

2M ago11:23

11:23

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Jessika Harkay to discuss her article, “For CT parents, special ed meetings with schools are ‘a battlefield,’” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.By Ebong Udoma, Molly Ingram

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Keystone Species 2:54

2M ago2:54

2:54

A keystone species can be loosely defined as a species that has a disproportionately large effect on a community. They are critical components. They hold things together. And their removal from a community can set off a series of events that change the community into something quite different.By Chuck Lura

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How safe is CT for transgender youth? 9:06

2M ago9:06

9:06

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Ally LeMaster to discuss her article written with Luke Feeney, “CT: ‘Safe haven’ for transgender youth? For some, not safe enough,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.By Ebong Udoma, Molly Ingram

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Seeing spring wildflowers in North Dakota 3:02

2M ago3:02

3:02

If the pasque flowers are not in bloom near you, they will be soon. And there are other wildflowers as well, including Draba and prairie smoke. Beauty often comes in small packages, and the spring wildflowers will help brighten your day.By Chuck Lura

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Transportation is a major roadblock for CT residents who need addiction treatment 9:24

2M ago9:24

9:24

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Andrew Brown to discuss his article, “The problem with accessing opioid treatment in parts of CT: Getting there,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.By Ebong Udoma, Molly Ingram

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Trees are declaring spring 2:42

3M ago2:42

2:42

One of the common signs of spring is when we look up at the trees and see something different up there. The trees must be leafing out! Spring is officially here! But much of what we see up there is more likely flowers.

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Officials blame CT roads for more pedestrians killed by vehicles 14:26

3M ago14:26

14:26

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Tom Condon to discuss his article, “No walk in the park: Road design a threat to walkers and bikers,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.By Ebong Udoma, Molly Ingram

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Saving native grasslands and grassland birds 2:54

3M ago2:54

2:54

Both grasslands and birds are rapidly decreasing in Canada — less than 15% of the native grasslands remain. To address the issue, Birds Canada has developed the Bird-Friendliness Index.By Chuck Lura

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Why do CT cities and towns use 'red flag' law differently? 12:34

3M ago12:34

12:34

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Dave Altimari to discuss his article written with José Luis Martínez, “CT ‘red flag’ law is being applied unevenly, analysis shows,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.By Ebong Udoma, Molly Ingram

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Lyrids and Eta Aquarids Meteor Showers 3:00

3M ago3:00

3:00

If you like to watch falling stars, this next month or so is a good time to see them. The Lyrids meteor shower will start soon, and it overlaps with the Eta Aquarids meteor shower. Between the two, the show will run to the end of May.By Chuck Lura

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Steady Habits Presents: In the Room with Chris Murphy 1:01:53

3M ago1:01:53

1:01:53

In The Room is a monthly, in-person interview series with top elected officials at locations throughout the state. In this series, host John Dankosky bring a new approach to political interviews — exploring both the policy and the people behind the policy. This episode, Senator Chris Murphy spoke with John at the Mark Twain House & Museum. See omny…

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Should CT keep its ‘certificate of need’ law for hospital sales? 7:58

3M ago7:58

7:58

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Jenna Carlesso to discuss her article written with Katy Golvala, “Fix or nix? CT’s ‘certificate of need’ law under scrutiny,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.By Ebong Udoma, Molly Ingram

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Richardson's Ground Squirrel 2:31

3M ago2:31

2:31

Shortly after beginning their journey down the Missouri River in April of 1805 after spending the winter at Fort Mandan, Meriwether Lewis wrote in his journal about an animal that Captain Clark had recently observed: “Captain Clark walked on shore today and informed on his return, that passing through the prairie he had seen an animal that precisel…

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New Haven is considering a new approach to prevent wage theft 9:00

3M ago9:00

9:00

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s José Luis Martínez to discuss his article, “A plan to fight wage theft is taking shape in New Haven,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.By Ebong Udoma, Molly Ingram

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Get out and enjoy spring! 2:42

4M ago2:42

2:42

It seems that every year when spring comes around, we are ready to go outdoors. Nature has much to offer, but all too often summer arrives, and we realize we did not get to enjoy the spring like we had hoped.By Chuck Lura

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What can CT do to curb opioid overdoses for former and current inmates? 8:54

4M ago8:54

8:54

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Katy Golvala to discuss her article written with Jaden Edison, “Many struggle with addiction during, after incarceration. Will CT use opioid settlement funds to help?,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.By Molly Ingram

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The Coteau Slope 2:51

4M ago2:51

2:51

The next time you travel on Highway 83 between Minot and Bismarck, or other areas along the east side of the Missouri River, take a closer look at the landscape of the Coteau Slope.

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CT lawmakers look for ways to increase transparency in elder care sector 9:33

4M ago9:33

9:33

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Dave Altimari to discuss his article written with Jenna Carlesso, “Lawmakers push for more transparency in nursing home spending,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.By Ebong Udoma, Molly Ingram

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Spring is (almost) here! 2:11

4M ago2:11

2:11

The short days of winter are starting to fade away as the days continue to lengthen. And next Wednesday, March 20, is the spring equinox.By Chuck Lura

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CT has more than 4,000 dams. Is it time to get rid of some? 11:56

4M ago11:56

11:56

WSHU’s Molly Ingram spoke with CT Mirror’s Jan Ellen Spiegel to discuss her article, “Thousands of dams in CT pose risks and challenges,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.By Molly Ingram

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North Dakota's Petrified Forest 2:35

4M ago2:35

2:35

If you have never been to the petrified forest in Theodore Roosevelt National Park’s South Unit, you might want to consider doing so this year. And even if you have been there before, another visit to see these remnants of another time is a worthwhile experience.By Chuck Lura

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CT municipalities got almost $10 million from opioid settlements. What are they spending it on? 8:30

4M ago8:30

8:30

WSHU’s Molly Ingram spoke with CT Mirror’s Andrew Brown to discuss his article, “Many CT towns, cities still deciding how to spend opioid funds,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.By Molly Ingram

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Red River Watershed 2:38

4M ago2:38

2:38

I recently happened upon the above map of the Red River Watershed. I suspect that the watershed is much larger than most of us would think.By Chuck Lura

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Paganism in CT isn't just a religion — it’s a community 8:48

5M ago8:48

8:48

WSHU’s Molly Ingram spoke with CT Mirror’s Shahrzad Rasekh to discuss her article, “Pagans in Connecticut: Stepping out of the (broom) closet,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.By Molly Ingram

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Probation, parole and commutations: The Breakdown 1:04:49

11M ago1:04:49

1:04:49

Community Editorial Board Editor Mercy Quaye hosts an in-depth conversation on probation, parole and commutations with State Sen. Heather Somers, Community Editorial Board member Marisol Garcia and victims advocate Audrey Carlson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Connecticut Mirror

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Linda Greenhouse analyzes the 2023 U.S. Supreme Court term 58:17

1y ago58:17

58:17

Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Linda Greenhouse joins CT Mirror’s John Dankosky to discuss the end of another consequential U.S. Supreme Court term. Greenhouse, who has covered the Court for nearly three decades at The New York Times, offers her unique perspective on what the court’s recent major decisions mean, their impact across the country, an…

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CT Mirror's 2023 Legislative Recap 58:52

1y ago58:52

58:52

CT Mirror Capitol Bureau Chief Mark Pazniokas sits down with Steady Habits host John Dankosky to review the Connecticut General Assembly’s 2023 legislative session and answer audience questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Connecticut Mirror

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A Conversation with Gov Ned Lamont 57:43

1y ago57:43

57:43

Gov. Ned Lamont sits down with CT Mirror Capitol Bureau Chief Mark Pazniokas to talk about the current budget process and his vision for his second term. Lamont won a convincing reelection last year as a defender of the fiscal guardrails that have capped spending and pushed the state to use its historic run of budget surpluses to fill the rainy day…

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Keith Phaneuf's Big Budget Review 2023 57:33

1+ y ago57:33

57:33

Break down Gov. Ned Lamont's proposed biennial budget with CT Mirror's budget guru Keith Phaneuf, and look ahead to how those priorities might inform the ongoing 2023 legislative session. Hosted by John Dankosky. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Connecticut Mirror

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Reporter Roundtable: The 2023 Legislative Session 54:26

1+ y ago54:26

54:26

As the 2023 Connecticut legislative session gets underway, John Dankosky sits down with a group of CT Mirror reporters to talk about potential bills to look out for this year. Guests on this episode: Jaden Edison, CT Mirror Justice Reporter Ginny Monk, CT Mirror Housing & Children’s Issues Reporter Erica Phillips, CT Mirror Economic Development Rep…

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