Best Fairfield CT Podcasts (2024)

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Melissa in the Morning: Updates from Fairfield 18:06

5h ago18:06

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Several major news headlines are coming out of Fairfield. We checked in with First Selectman, Bill Gerber, to talk about the upcoming Clam Jam event this weekend, the latest on Penfield Pavilion construction and an upcoming hearing about the controversial proposed UI Monopole plans. Image Credit: Getty Images…

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Melissa in the Morning: Tainted Milk and Old Meds 11:55

5h ago11:55

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The FDA says samples of milk from grocery stores across the U.S. tested positive for remnants of the bird flu virus that had infected dairy cows. Despite the agency’s confidence that the milk in stores is safe, many people are nervous about buying milk and other dairy products. We asked Dr. Browne about this. And ahead of National Drug Take Back Da…

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Melissa in the Morning: Is the Viral Video Really to Blame? 17:57

5h ago17:57

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A recent viral video is triggering a lot of lawmakers, law enforcement and residents in Connecticut. It’s called Connecticut Kia Boyz and highlights car theft, but not in a PSA-kind of way. Rather, the video encourages young people to commit the crimes and make easy money. But is banning the video just putting a bandaid on a much bigger issue at ha…

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Melissa in the Morning: Prioritize Your Time 15:25

5h ago15:25

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According to Time Doctor, more than 50% of employees reported being "relatively unproductive" at work. And then, there’s time management struggles after you clock out. So, how can adults expect kids to prioritize time effectively if the average parent can’t do it? We get advice from Dr. Donald Wetmore. Don is an attorney-turned-productivity coach w…

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Are Non-Compete Clauses Dead? 33:28

8h ago33:28

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Wednesday's "Connecticut Today" with host Paul Pacelli welcomed worldwide business consultant Carl Gould on the possible elimination of "non-compete" clauses in worker contracts and employment agreements (00:31). Hearst Connecticut Media editor and columnist Dan Haar dropped by with his update on all the biggest state stories (08:58), while Paul al…

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Melissa In The Morning: Shoulder Check 19:52

7h ago19:52

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Hayden Thorsen was a well-known, beloved teen from Darien. He also was a hockey player, deeply connected to the hockey world. Hayden died by suicide in 2022 and since his passing, his family created the HT40 Foundation in his honor. The foundation is launching its first initiative called Shoulder Check. We hear from Rob, Hayden’s father, about the …

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Melissa in the Morning: Smart Bird Feeders 17:43

7h ago17:43

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This spring, David Mestre installed a bird feeder at a community center on the East side of Bridgeport. The smart feeder is equipped with a special camera that can capture images and, using AI, can identify bird species that come by to feed at our bird feeder. Find out who landed on the feeder and what that means about urban green spaces as well as…

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Melissa in the Morning: How to Handle a Bully 13:46

8h ago13:46

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According to national statistics, one out of every five students report being bullied in America. And in today’s world, there are many ways children fall victim to bullies. Data shows the most common forms of bullying include verbal harassment, followed by social harassment, physical bullying and cyber bullying. So, what do you say to your kids in …

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Another Big SEBAC Deal 27:02

1h ago27:02

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Tuesday's "Connecticut Today" with host Paul Pacelli looked at the latest state employee contract with State Senate GOP leader Steve Harding (00:25). Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio dropped by for her weekly check-in (08:21), while Paul also had some thoughts on the root cause of the anti-Israel protests popping up at universities all ove…

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Melissa in the Morning: Glamorous Seniors 14:32

2d ago14:32

14:32

For the first time at Milford Senior Center, eight fabulous ladies took to the stage to compete in the Golden Glamour Pageant. We met the winner. Galina Murphy, to hear about the experience and what it meant to her. Also, the senior center executive director, Leonora Rodriguez, shared what sparked the idea to have a pageant for seniors and how she'…

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Melissa in the Morning: Don’t Just Put Your Head Down 14:19

43m ago14:19

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Career strategist, Julie Bauke, discovered the five most common mistakes people make at their jobs. Last week she talked about the first mistake: moving forward with more direction (aired and podcasted on 4/16.) This week, she tackles number two: keeping your head down and doing a good job. Image Credit: Getty Images…

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Melissa in the Morning: Good Digital Citizens 18:26

10h ago18:26

18:26

National data shows that kids on the internet is the norm in America. According to The American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, recent surveys show 90% of teens (ages 13-17) use social media. Our social media consultant, Krista Carnes, talked to us about our children becoming “good digital citizens.” What does that term even mean? Does it…

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Melissa in the Morning: The Root of Anxiety 15:49

1h ago15:49

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A new article on NPR highlighted what one author called “The Anxious Generation” and why anxiety and depression shows up in kids. We wanted to tackle anxiety with counselor, Julius Dudics. He shared why identifying the problem in ourselves, the adults, can begin to be the solution for our kids handling anxiousness too! Image Credit: Getty Images…

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The Rev. Jake Miles Joseph | April 21st, 2024 19:41

8h ago19:41

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The Rev. Jake Miles Joseph | April 21st, 2024 by First ChurchBy First Church

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - You're Not In Charge 30:58

8h ago30:58

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Host Paul Pacelli opened up a new week on "Connecticut Today" wondering where today's college students get their senses of entitlement and expectation of influencing their schools business policies (00:34). Washington Times Online Opinion Editor Cheryl Chumley returned to the show to comment on the current protest situation at some U.S. colleges (1…

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Melissa in the Morning: “Marriage Killers” 17:09

5h ago17:09

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When discussing marriage with people, there typically is one universal response “marriage is hard”. Why is it hard and why does everyone seem to share that point of view? This is a topic our marriage coach, Bob Donovan, tackles with hundreds of Connecticut couples a year. He did some deep thinking and determined there are 17 marriage “killers” that…

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Melissa in the Morning: Safety Amid Unrest 14:10

7h ago14:10

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Passover begins today at sundown and continues until Tuesday April 30th. Right now, there is a lot of unrest here and across the country and a lot of attacks on Jewish people. How can people feel safe at their houses of worship? And how do people handle protests? We dive into that during Crime on the Mind with our crime prevention expert, Jim Perez…

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Melissa in the Morning: Electric School Buses 17:14

7h ago17:14

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Earlier this year, we learned Branford is the first Connecticut school district trading in its gas-powered school bus fleet into electric. The district signed off on a $60-million dollar deal with Zum. We spoke with COO of Zum, Vivek Garg, to learn about the shift to electric for buses, why the model is gaining popularity nationwide, and the perks …

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Melissa in the Morning: How to Talk Politics with Kids 17:57

7h ago17:57

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According to Pew Research, most parents pass along their religious and political beliefs. In a 2023 survey indicated that most parents with teens have passed along their political loyalties. Roughly eight-in-ten parents who were Republican had teens who also identified as leaning right. And about nine-in-ten parents who were Democratic had teens ty…

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The Life of Renewal (not renewed) - Romans 5:3-11

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This new life of renewal is not what we would expect. God does NOT waste one ounce of our pain or trial but instead uses it as the raw material of our growth. What the world considers loss and failure, children of God are invited to view as the raw material (circumstances and situations) through which God sanctifies us. - Romans 5:3-11…

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Why Do We Still Allow The Sale Of "Nips?" 37:49

5d ago37:49

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Friday's "Connecticut Today" with host Paul Pacelli took a look at the continuing nip bottle litter problem in the state and whether or not they should be outlawed (00:24). We welcomed Scott Walter, author of, "ARABELLA: The Dark Money Network of Leftist Billionaires Secretly Transforming America" (11:48), while former Bridgeport State Rep. Chris C…

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Melissa in the Morning: Super Power Mentors 15:36

1d ago15:36

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For kids who deal with learning disabilities, it can feel isolating or defeating when they don’t learn like everyone else in the classroom. Connecticut native, Jake Sussman, created a solution for families wanting to support and help their kids to build confidence in themselves and the way they think. We learned about Super Power Mentors and how it…

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Melissa in the Morning: Check-in with Senator Steve Harding 16:51

3h ago16:51

16:51

We are down to just weeks left in the 2024 legislative session and lawmakers are racing to the finish to pass legislation they believe is good for Connecticut. From street takeovers to beach takeovers and absentee ballot fraud, we dive into the biggest conversations in Hartford right now with Senator Steve Harding. Image Courtesy of Stephen Harding…

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Melissa in the Morning: New Clinical Trials 16:38

3h ago16:38

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There are now two new clinical trials happening through Nuvance Health and enrollment is open for people interested in taking part. One looks at prostate cancer, the other is breast cancer. We spoke with Dr. Philip Gilbo, chief of radiation oncology at Norwalk Hospital and Dr. Christine Chin, a radiation oncologist at Norwalk Hospital about the pur…

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Melissa in the Morning: Meet the Top Dog for CT State Police 14:14

3h ago14:14

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Earlier this week, Colonel Daniel Loughman was sworn in as the new Commanding Officer for the Connecticut State Police. We learned about his law enforcement background, his journey to the top spot for state police and his goals for trooper recruitment. Image Courtesy of Connecticut State PoliceBy WICC

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - The Latest In Bridgeport 23:20

6h ago23:20

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Thursday's "Connecticut Today" with host Paul Pacelli checked-in with "Only In Bridgeport" blogger Lennie Grimaldi (00:21). Paul also had a few thoughts on possibly lowering Connecticut's legal blood alcohol content limit for drivers from .08-percent to .05-percent (11:30) Image Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus…

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Melissa in the Morning: Boeing Whistleblower 11:17

7d ago11:17

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Boeing's safety culture came under scrutiny during a U.S. Senate hearing this week in Washington DC. Boeing engineer Sam Salehpour was one of several whistleblowers who testified against Boeing in regard to their lacking manufacturing safety and the toxic work environment following his effort to voice concerns. Senator Richard Blumenthal was in the…

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Melissa in the Morning: Social Media Rotting the Brain 12:22

14h ago12:22

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Social media platforms are "not inherently suitable for youth," say top psychologists, and tech companies and lawmakers need to do more to protect kids' mental health. The American Psychological Association said Tuesday that endless scrolling and push notifications are particularly risky for young people whose brains are still developing. We asked …

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Melissa in the Morning: Safety on CT Highways 16:25

14h ago16:25

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It is Work Zone Awareness Month and our Department of Transportation is hyper focused on speeding. This time last year, the DOT rolled out speed cameras as part of a pilot program to monitor speeding in work zones on our highways. They were placed in a handful of spots, including one in a work zone in Norwalk. In the eight-month period, the data sh…

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Melissa in the Morning: A Wild Goose Chase 15:49

14h ago15:49

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Bristol residents flocked to a city hall meeting to voice their concerns about a proposed geese mitigation plan. The Bristol Board of Park Commissioners was considering a management plan that would authorize both lethal and non-lethal measures to deter the animals at city-owned parks and properties. It comes after the city reportedly received 115 e…

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Don't Talk About What You Don't Understand 24:22

8d ago24:22

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Wednesday's "Connecticut Today" with host Paul Pacelli opened with a chat about the media uproar surrounding Caitlin Clark's rookie WNBA contract (00:24). Hearst Connecticut Media editor and columnist Dan Haar dropped by on his way home from the State Capitol to chat about the latest in the General Assembly (13:20) Image Credit: USA TODAY Sports vi…

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Melissa in the Morning: The Trickle Down Effect 9:39

1d ago9:39

9:39

Sikorsky Aircraft is laying off hundreds of workers in the state who were involved with the canceled Army scout helicopter project. Around 400 Connecticut employees are losing their jobs, mostly engineers and digital technology workers in the scout program. The layoffs reportedly involve 350 Sikorsky workers in Stratford. We got some business persp…

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Melissa in the Morning: Cannabis Law Behind the Scenes 17:33

8d ago17:33

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As of July 2021, Connecticut residents could possess and use of up to 1.5 oz of cannabis legally. And in 2022, the state started allowing retail shops to open and sell recreational marijuana. Since the roll out, some of the biggest supporters of legalizing weed, are now thinking twice about it. We found out what the law has ACTUALLY done to many in…

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Melissa in the Morning: Failure to Launch? 15:45

5d ago15:45

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After months of work, David Mestre and a team of UB students travelled to Texas to be part of a NASA-backed project during the solar eclipse. David told us about the project, the journey and the outcome of the experiment. Did their cameras capture footage of the eclipse? Did weather impact the balloons needed to get cameras in the air? We got the s…

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Melissa in the Morning: Spring Consumer Scams 15:20

1d ago15:20

15:20

As we celebrate the spring weather, be ready for the seasonal scams that pop up this time of year. We learned about the Lemon Law program here in Connecticut and what that means for people buying a car. We also looked at home improvement projects and how to avoid shoddy contractors. We spoke with Bryan Cafferelli, Commissioner of the Connecticut De…

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - What's Happened to the Republican Party? 23:51

2d ago23:51

23:51

Host Paul Pacelli wondered on Tuesday's "Connecticut Today" whether Republican lawmakers in Congress have completely lost their ability to govern (00:25). Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio joined us to chat about the latest buzz on the so-called "Green Monster" omnibus environment bill at the State Capitol (13:07) Image Credit: iStock / Get…

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Melissa in the Morning: Meet Rep. Sarah Keitt 13:07

2d ago13:07

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State Representative Sarah Keitt is running for re-election in November. Keitt represents the 134th district which includes Fairfield, Trumbull and Southport. Find out what she has worked on during her first term, goals for Connecticut and why she wants to continue working in this role for another term. Image Courtesy of Sarah Keitt…

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Melissa in the Morning: Senior Benefits 8:53

9d ago8:53

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Did you know there are benefits available to seniors in Connecticut that most people don’t know exist? The National Council on Aging reports that $30-billion dollars are left on the table every year for benefits seniors don’t realize they qualify for. We got the details on benefits available and how to know if you qualify from Josh Hodges, NCOA Chi…

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Melissa in the Morning: Housing Proposals 2024 15:26

2d ago15:26

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We are down to just weeks left for the 2024 legislative session and there is a lot of movement in Hartford when it comes to potential housing changes. We got an update on the legislation being tracked by CT169Strong, a grassroots organization, brining transparency to Connecticut residents about troubling bills. To learn more, go to https://ct169str…

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Melissa in the Morning: The Five Mistakes Professionals Make at Work 14:44

2d ago14:44

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Career strategist, Julie Bauke, highlights what she believes are the five mistakes professionals make at work. What are they and are you guilty of this in the workplace? Find out during Julie on the Job. Text the word Careerhappy to (888) 241-2385 for more information. Image Credit: Getty ImagesBy WICC

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The Rev. Vanessa Rose | April 14th, 2024 14:46

2d ago14:46

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The Rev. Vanessa Rose | April 14th, 2024 by First ChurchBy First Church

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - More Budget Nonsense? 35:37

10d ago35:37

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Host Paul Pacelli kicked off another week on "Connecticut Today" by welcoming GOP State Sen. Jeff Gordon to talk about the latest budget controversy at the State Capitol and how it might affect UConn's tuition (00:31). Former GOP Congressman and U.S. Ambassador to the Holy See Francis Rooney dropped by to talk about the current world hotspots in th…

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Melissa in the Morning: A New Norwalk School 14:44

3d ago14:44

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Construction is underway for a new South Norwalk Elementary School. This new school will be the neighborhood’s first in 40 years and provide all South Norwalk children, ages PreK to 5th grade, with the option to attend a brand new, first-class school once the project is complete. We get the details from Superintendent of Norwalk Public Schools Dr. …

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Melissa in the Morning: Fentanyl Exposure 14:08

3d ago14:08

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Earlier this month, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed legislation to increase penalties on those who expose law enforcement officers to fentanyl. It made us wonder ‘do we have anything like this on the books in Connecticut?’ We know fentanyl is being trafficking all over the country, including here in Connecticut, at a rapid rate and putting fir…

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Melissa in the Morning: Manufacturing in Connecticut 16:49

10d ago16:49

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Earlier this month, Quinnipiac University hosted a workforce roadshow highlighting manufacturing jobs. Many students including some from Ansonia and Milford attended the event and it made us want to dive into manufacturing jobs in our state. What is the perception of manufacturing and what opportunities are available in our state? We welcome to the…

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Melissa in the Morning: Talking about Wages 10:20

10d ago10:20

10:20

A Connecticut company is in hot water this morning after a man w allegedly fired for sharing his wage with a fellow colleague. Earlier this month, a filed lawsuit highlights an employee was terminated after being asked not to share news about a pay increase with other employees, but he did. Is it illegal to share wage information and can employers …

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The Life of Renewal (not renewed) - Romans 4:23-5:2

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Most ongoing growth happens in our lives when we develop habits with such things as getting better sleep, eating right, and exercising (all verbal actions dependent on us). But spiritual growth begins when we receive a gift from God (action dependent on God). It's the gift of our justification in Jesus Christ by faith (just like Abraham experienced…

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Is Connecticut Still Worth It? 53:57

6d ago53:57

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A busy Friday edition of "Connecticut Today" with host Paul Pacelli started with a new look at the startling amount of taxes paid by Connecticut residents over their lifetimes (00:34). Connecticut Food Association President Wayne Pesce joined us and responded to allegations of grocery store price gouging (13:32). We welcomed Mike Papantonio, co-aut…

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Melissa in the Morning: Melissa Errico 15:33

13d ago15:33

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Broadway is coming to Fairfield! We met Melissa Errico ahead of her show happening this month at the SHU Community Theatre. Melissa Errico is a Tony Award-nominated Broadway star. She is an actress, singer and author who contributes regularly to The New York Times. We got to chat with Errico about her journey to getting on stage and what to expect …

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Melissa in the Morning: What is Agriscience? 14:42

13d ago14:42

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Anyone who has spent time in a classroom can tell you about the value of student engagement. According to a recent Gallup poll, students who are engaged in their learning are 2.5 times more likely to say that they get excellent grades and do well in school. With 150 students now participating in the Stamford Agriscience Program, we learned why this…

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