Where We Live Podcast
1) The lasting impact of grandparents, in all forms
Sunday marked National Grandparents Day, which is a reminder of how deeply grandparents shape our lives. But not every grandparent fits the traditional mold. This hour, we explore unconventional grand...Show More
2) Exploring our favorite books for children and young adults
Fewer adults in the U.S. are reading for pleasure. So what does that mean for early readers? Establishing reading routines like story time can be important for brain development and lif...Show More
3) What to know about our favorite CT fall happenings
Autumn can be a great time for rest and renewal. It’s not too late to enjoy the most of the season before we hunker down for the cold months ahead. Today, we’re talking about all our favor...Show More
4) Treating malnutrition is hard: One CT resident is leading efforts to do so around the globe
Last Friday, a report confirmed a worse-case famine scenario in the Gaza Strip. Over a half a million people in Gaza, are facing catastrophic conditions that include malnutrition and starvation. Today...Show More
5) Looking up: Why we wonder about life beyond Earth
Earlier this month, a glowing spiral appeared in Connecticut’s sky, briefly sparking wonder and speculation. While it turned out to be crystallized rocket fuel, the moment reminded us how easily...Show More
6) Staying cool during the fall sports season
Practice for the fall sporting season is well under way. Today’s athletes are playing through the pain, in record high heat. This is something many of their coaches and trainers didn&r...Show More
7) Why is Connecticut called the ‘Constitution State?’
How did Connecticut earn the moniker “Constitution State”? Hint – it’s not the Constitution you learned about in history class! We’ll travel back to the 1600s to explore ...Show More
8) Wally Lamb's new book, 'The River Is Waiting,' explores prison injustice and forgiveness
Best-selling author Wally Lamb spent nine years working on his newest book, "The River Is Waiting." In this time, he wrestled with self-doubt, navigated his own sobriety journey and worked as a teache...Show More
9) Scared of flying? Pilots share how to keep your cool
Even frequent flyers can feel a flutter of nerves before takeoff. Security lines seem endless, seats feel smaller than ever, and turbulence can turn your stomach. Now, with national headlines about cr...Show More
10) Emerging from prison is hard. CT's housing crisis is making it harder
Leaving prison can be a jarring experience. Reentry can be challenging under the best of circumstances. But a state housing crisis has made it harder. Landlords are less likely to rent to someone with...Show More