Where We Live

Many Americans have lost their jobs or been furloughed because of the COVID-19 pandemic. More and more of them have turned to local food pantries to put food on the table. But food banks have struggled to acquire adequate food supplies for residents. This hour, we take a look at our country’s food system and the pandemic’s affect on food insecurity. COVID-19 has disrupted the food supp...

Spring is here! We might not be able to leave our homes, but this shouldn’t stop us from getting outside. Throughout history, many have turned to gardening during times of crisis. This hour, Charlie Nardozzi from Connecticut Garden Journal is joining to answer all your gardening questions. Whether you are just purchasing your first seed packet, or you’re adding another set of raised be...

As Connecticut approaches its peak in hospitalizations and COVID-19 cases, health systems continue to prepare so they can keep patients alive. Connecticut State Senator and intensive care doctor, Saud Anwar worries ventilator capacities may soon become overstretched. So he reached out to friends in the design and manufacturing communities to create a novel solution. This hour, we hear more from Dr...

How often do you buy new clothing? Stores like H&M and Forever 21 sell new styles at low prices, making it easy to constantly update your wardrobe. But, this hour: the environmental and social costs of " fast fashion ".  From  unsafe garment factories  to  pollution in rivers , we hear about impacts of the fashion industry from journalist Jasmin Malik Chua. We’ll...

Last month, the Connecticut Department of Labor received more than 300,000 unemployment claims. Last week, Governor Ned Lamont announced the formation of a multi-state council to get people back to work and restore the economy. This hour, we’re speaking with Governor Lamont to understand just what this means. What will easing COVID-19 restrictions look like? Later, we will hear from the Conn...

Many elderly residents depend on skilled nursing care. But as the number of cases of COVID-19 grow across the state, families are increasingly worried about their loved ones in facilities. Older adults are most vulnerable to the coronavirus, and in Connecticut, nearly 4 in 10 deaths from COVID-19 are people in nursing homes. This hour, we take a look at the COVID-19 pandemic in Connecticut&rs...

Now more than ever, it’s important to stay connected to the ones we love. Especially those that are feeling isolated during this trying time.  This hour, we learn how adults with disabilities, and their families, are getting through the pandemic. We’re talking to disability advocates in Connecticut and discuss how disabled community and their caregivers are navigating the coronavi...

Norwich, CT resident Tamara Lanier believes she is the descendant of two enslaved people—Renty and his daughter, Delia. They were photographed in 1850 for Harvard professor Louis Agassiz, as part of his research to advance the racist theory that Africans had different origins from Europeans. Lanier wants those early photographs , and has sued Harvard for “wrongful seizure, possession a...

COVID-19 has dominated our lives, but how much do you actually know about the virus that causes this disease? This hour, we talk with NY Times columnist and writer, Carl Zimmer about the science behind the coronavirus. We learn about how viruses work and how they’re different from other disease-causing germs like bacteria. A Yale immunobiologist also joins us as we learn about the strategies...

Mister Rogers said, “When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, "Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.” This hour, we’re going to do just that. We’re talking to volunteers, and those working to make our lives a little brighter during this difficult time. We want to hear from you. What are you doing to h...

The latest models from national public health experts say hundreds of thousands of Americans may die from the COVID-19 pandemic. As Connecticut and other states begin to reach the peak of infections and hospitalizations, will hospitals be able to keep up? This hour, we talk with US Senator Chris Murphy about what lawmakers should be doing to bolster the country’s healthcare capacity. The sen...

This hour, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont is calling in to give us the latest on the state’s response to coronavirus Over the last week, at least 8 inmates in Connecticut prisons have tested positive for COVID 19. Another 16 prison staff have the disease. Later in the hour we will talk to state lawmakers and advocates on how to contain the spread of coronavirus in Connecticut correctional f...

Health care workers in New England are facing incredible challenges on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic, from long hours and dangerous conditions to shifting public policies. Join us for an America Amplified live call-in special from the New England News Collaborative. We bring together voices from around the region — and we want to hear yours. New England health care workers: What...

Churches across the states have temporarily shut down. Easter, Passover and Ramdan are all rapidly approaching and many will not be able to gather and celebrate.  This hour, we talk to religious leaders and learn how they're navigating worship and virtual religious services. Are you finding a way to celebrate the holidays during the coronavirus pandemic?  Are you feeling the need for som...

Love is what most people are looking for in a spouse or life partner. But this hour, we take a look at marriage, an institution that for much of history had very little to do with love at all. We also talk about the right to end a marriage by divorce. And we want to hear from you, too. Join the conversation on  Facebook  and  Twitter . GUESTS: Stephanie Coontz - Author of Marriage,...

Cases of COVID-19 have grown in New Haven, and the mayor says “the spike” is beginning in the Elm City. This hour, we talk with New Haven Mayor Justin Elicker. As the number of COVID-19 cases rises across Connecticut, how can local leaders protect their residents? From hospitals to homelessness to jobs, what does the pandemic means for Connecticut’s second largest city? If you ar...

The coronavirus pandemic has closed schools across the U.S., affecting nearly 2 million public school students  in New England alone . What are the educational and social impacts of this sudden shift to remote learning? What about students with special learning needs? And how might the COVID-19 crisis widen the inequities in our K-12 educational system? On Friday, March 27, join us for an&nbs...

In the midst of the pandemic, it’s easy to keep the TV on all day. But it’s also the perfect time to take a step back and start a new book -- or even read an old favorite. This hour, we discuss what we’re reading while we’re stuck at home and how to make reading a daily habit. Also, we hear from the West Hartford Library and learn how to access books and other library mater...

What’s it like being a dad in 2020? On the next Where We Live, we’ll talk about social expectations for fathers as caregivers, and the impact an involved father has on the entire family, emotionally and financially. Are you a father? We want to hear from you. Join the conversation on  Facebook  and  Twitter . GUESTS: Brad Harrington -  Executive Director and Researc...

How are employers responding to coronavirus?  This hour, Where We Live, we talk about how coronavirus is impacting our local businesses, and their employees. What happens if a company has to temporarily shut down due to coronavirus? What if you, or someone else you work with gets sick? We also hear how local farmers and local cultural institutions are staying afloat during the pandemic. ...

As the number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise in Connecticut and across the US, many Americans are staying home to prevent the spread of this deadly disease. But not everyone can work remotely and many people have lost their jobs. This hour, we take a look at the pandemic’s economic impact . We hear from Connecticut workers in the gig economy—people who drive for Lyft or deliver fo...

As coronavirus cases increase, so will the associated anxiety.  This hour, we discuss coronavirus, and how it’s affecting our mental health.  What should people do if they are experiencing anxiety for the first time? What about those already living with mental health conditions? How should we talk with children about coronavirus? Join the conversation on  Facebook  and&nb...

As Americans respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, what should elected officials be doing to protect public health? Today, we talk with Connecticut 1st District congressman John Larson. As coronavirus spreads, how will lawmakers do their jobs? Do you have a questions for Rep Larson? Join the conversation on  Facebook  and  Twitter . GUEST: Congressman John Larson -  U.S. Representa...

Governor Lamont has declared a public health emergency and thousands of residents, including school children, are staying home. This hour, we discuss the latest in hospital protocols and talk about who can, and cannot, get tested for coronavirus. We hear how colleges, universities, and local school districts are responding to the crisis. Join the conversation on  Facebook  and  Twit...

This hour, we take a trip to the Yale Peabody Museum, where a renovation is giving the museum a chance to update its famous dinosaur skeletons to reflect 21st century scientific knowledge. The museum has disassembled all of its large fossil skeletons, which have been shipped to a facility in Canada to be remounted. When they return to the Peabody in 2023, dinosaurs like the museum's Brontosaurus w...