Best Ebong Udoma Podcasts (2024)

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CT cannabis equity program hits road bumps 14:27

4d 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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Emails reveal affordable housing rift in Lamont administration 9:48

12d 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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Two years after fatal Watertown fire, questions still remain 9:37

19d 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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CT schools brace for the end of pandemic funding 8:16

25d 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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CT’s youth mental health system needs work. But where does the state start? 14:28

1M 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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Explaining the arrest of Kosta Diamantis, former CT deputy budget director 10:25

1M 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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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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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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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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Officials blame CT roads for more pedestrians killed by vehicles 14:26

2M 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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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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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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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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What can CT do to curb opioid overdoses for former and current inmates? 8:54

3M 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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CT lawmakers look for ways to increase transparency in elder care sector 9:33

3M 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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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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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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Paganism in CT isn't just a religion — it’s a community 8:48

4M 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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New CT kindergarten law has left parents, school districts scrambling 8:38

4M ago8:38

8:38

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Jessika Harkay to discuss her article, “New CT law on kindergarten age cutoff causing confusion,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.By Ebong Udoma, Molly Ingram

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A grand jury investigates former CT official, lawmaker 11:56

5M ago11:56

11:56

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Andrew Brown to discuss his article written with Dave Altimari, “An open DSS audit was nixed, and a grand jury is investigating,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.By Ebong Udoma, Molly Ingram

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Capitol Avenue: A Different Kind Of Election Fraud 9:20

3y ago9:20

9:20

Three Bridgeport elected officials have been indicted on election fraud this year. Their alleged manipulation of absentee ballots stokes the attention of a new coalition that is trying to change what they call corruption endemic to Connecticut's largest city. And MAGA fans, this does not validate Trump-era misinformation about absentee ballot abuse…

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Capitol Avenue: A Win Is A Win 9:29

3y ago9:29

9:29

Last year, he struggled to get his priorities addressed. This year, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont is able to take a victory lap for recreational marijuana and a highway use tax for truckers. His legislative record is "decidedly mixed."By Ebong Udoma

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Capitol Avenue: A Lesson In Civics 7:58

3+ y ago7:58

7:58

Sometimes it seems like a special degree is needed to really understand what's included in state budget negotiations. Connecticut Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro wants residents to better informed about how government with civics education.By Ebong Udoma

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Capitol Avenue: A Shot In The Arm 16:24

3+ y ago16:24

16:24

Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont wants to get as many shots in the arms of residents as quickly as possible. He said the state's crucial vaccine rollout is the only way to ensure the vaccination that's needed to fully reopen.By Ebong Udoma

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Capitol Avenue: Holding The Line 9:39

3+ y ago9:39

9:39

Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont’s budget plan skips increasing taxes in favor of new revenue, dipping into savings and a federal bailout. Economists and lawmakers question whether it would be enough when the state is being confronted with big spending needs and a budget shortfall.By Ebong Udoma

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Capitol Avenue: Friends In High Places 6:20

3+ y ago6:20

6:20

Connecticut could dodge raising taxes and keep a surplus in its next two-year budget while dealing with a pandemic. Governor Ned Lamont says that's far more likely now that Joe Biden is president.By Ebong Udoma

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Capitol Avenue: King Ned 9:31

3+ y ago9:31

9:31

Governor Ned Lamont has pretty much run Connecticut without state lawmakers since March to handle the pandemic. Those emergency powers expire in February. What to make of Lamont’s rule by executive order as lawmakers return to Hartford for a new legislative session next month.By Ebong Udoma

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Capitol Avenue: Is 2021 The Year For Pot? 13:55

3+ y ago13:55

13:55

Advocates — both encouraged by federal movement to decriminalize marijuana and states opting into the regulated market — say the possibility of Connecticut legalizing recreational marijuana in 2021 could be the economic driver the state has been looking for.By Ebong Udoma

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Capitol Avenue: The GOP In The Wings 9:32

3+ y ago9:32

9:32

Connecticut’s Democratic governor will need support from Republican lawmakers to keep a Democratic supermajority in check.By Ebong Udoma

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Capitol Avenue: Down Ballot 16:06

3+ y ago16:06

16:06

The Connecticut GOP are holding out hope to flip the state red this election.By Ebong Udoma

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Capitol Avenue: City Flippers 14:30

3+ y ago14:30

14:30

Connecticut tries to attract new business to its former manufacturing towns.By Ebong Udoma

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Capitol Avenue: Ballots Counted Here 16:59

4y ago16:59

16:59

Connecticut's local governments try to build confidence in the electoral process ahead of a hot presidential election amid of a pandemic.By Ebong Udoma

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Capitol Avenue: What To Do With Connecticut's Flailing Utility Companies 13:38

4y ago13:38

13:38

Connecticut re-evaluates its relationship with power companies following another "once in a century" storm. Also, a closer look into a local utility that held up as a model as a win-win for ratepayers and the bottom-line.By Ebong Udoma

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Police Accountability 9:50

4y ago9:50

9:50

Two lawmakers played a role in passing Connecticut's sweeping new police accountability law that would allow civil lawsuits against police officers accused of crimes while on duty. Senator Gary Winfield, Chairman of the Judiciary Committee is Black. Senate President Martin Looney is White. Both talk about how experiences as teenagers shaped their v…

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Interview: Professor Gary Rose On The Presidential Election That Went ‘Haywire’ 7:36

7y ago7:36

7:36

Sacred Heart University Political Science Professor Gary Rose has just published a book on the 2016 presidential contest. It’s called Haywire. It chronicles what Rose calls “the most unconventional and outlandish presidential contest in the history of American politics.”By Ebong Udoma, Anthony Moaton

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Deep Blue Connecticut Faces Fiscal Woes. So Does Deep Red Oklahoma. 3:31

7y ago3:31

3:31

Connecticut is a blue state that has fiscal problems. Oklahoma is a red state that has fiscal problems. Conservatives blame Connecticut’s problems on liberal tax-and-spend policies. And liberals blame Oklahoma’s problems on conservative economic policies.By Ebong Udoma, Ann Lopez, Anthony Moaton

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How States That Have Decriminalized Marijuana Are Managing Its Recreational Use 6:17

7y ago6:17

6:17

In Connecticut, lawmakers ended their regular legislative session on Wednesday without reaching an agreement on the state’s next two-year budget. They are hoping to do that in special session before the end of the month.By Tom Kuser, Ebong Udoma

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Organizing After The Women’s March: Local Lessons From The Tea Party 3:50

7+ y ago3:50

3:50

Since Donald Trump was inaugurated almost three weeks ago, there has hardly been a day without a protest. The demonstrations have been passionate and persistent, but it’s unclear where they’ll go from here.By Tom Kuser, Ebong Udoma

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Crumbling Foundations In Eastern Connecticut: Who's Going To Pay For It? 4:46

7+ y ago4:46

4:46

Thousands of homeowners in northeastern Connecticut are facing a big problem. The foundations of their homes might be crumbling.By Dan Katz, Ebong Udoma

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Despite Boycott From Some Democrats, Mayor Ganim To Attend Trump Inauguration 4:30

7+ y ago4:30

4:30

Mayor Joe Ganim of Bridgeport, Connecticut, will be one of thousands of elected officials from across the country in Washington D.C. Friday to witness the inauguration of Donald Trump as the 45th president of the United States.By Ebong Udoma

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