Connecticut East This Week Podcast

In this podcast episode ... President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act is now law, but what does it mean for individuals and businesses here in Connecticut? We talk to State Comptroller Sean Scanlon, whose office has analyzed it. Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region.

In this podcast episode ... He’s a former teacher in the state of Connecticut who spoke up about DEI training and was disciplined for his comments. We talk to John Grande about his fight with his school union who refused to help him and the state. Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region.

In this podcast episode ... If you think basketball is only for the young, then you’d better think again. We talk with the Connecticut Senior Women's Basketball Club who are shooting hoops and playing competitively in their 50’s and up to their nineties. Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region.

In this podcast episode ... We all need it to survive and to stay healthy, that’s water. But if you get your water from a well, when did you last have it checked to make sure its not doing you more harm than good. Plus other stories from across the region.

In this podcast episode ... His farm has never used biosolids and very few pesticides. So why does farm owner Jerry Grabarek’s blood contain high levels of PFAS the forever chemical? He tells us what he thinks is causing it. Plus we take a look at other stories from around the region.

In this podcast episode ... Connecticut’s agricultural industry is bigger than many people think. We talk to Commissioners of Agriculture from Connecticut, New York, Maine and Massachusetts as they visit the state for the annual NEASDA meeting. Plus we take a look at other stories from around the region.

In this podcast episode ... She’s the first Cannabis Ombudsman in Connecticut and the nation. We talk with Erin Gorman Kirk about her first full year in office and her thoughts on Connecticut’s cannabis industry. Plus we take a look at other stories from around the region.

In this podcast episode ... The world around us can be a confusing and complicated place, especially if you’re a child. We talk to Bree Shirvell, journalist and author about her new book Parenting in a climate crisis. Plus we take a look at other stories from around the region.

In this podcast episode ... She’s been named Connecticut’s Outstanding Young Farmer of 2025 We talk with Allyson Angelini and visit her to see what’s she’s doing at Full Heart Farm in Ledyard, CT Plus we take a look at other stories from around the region.

In this podcast episode ... This Memorial Day Weekend edition - They are the men and women of the US military and they’re telling their stories. We talk with Walter Schuppe about his website - Faces of Freedom and his efforts to keep these stories alive for the history books. Plus we take a look at other stories from around the region.

In this podcast episode ... They’ve been setting parts of Connecticut on fire on purpose for years. We join CT DEEPS Forestry Division as they conduct prescribed burns across the state and our region to reduce the risk of brush fires. Plus we take a look at other stories from around the region.

In this podcast episode ... It’s happening on our roads more and more, wrong way driving. So when and how do you tell your family member it’s time to stop driving and turn in their license? Plus we take a look at other stories from around the region.

In this podcast episode ... It’s become a staple of New London and beyond for the last 10 years, The Pink Eggs and Glam Drag Brunch. We talk to Sky Casper and the team behind this phenomenon that’s entertaining everyone straight and gay. Plus we take a look at other stories from around the region.

In this podcast episode ... They’ve been helping people out of poverty in southeastern Connecticut for 60 years. But what does the future look like for TVCCA as federal and state funding cuts start to take affect? We talk to CEO Joshua Kelly. Plus we take a look at other stories from around the region.

In this podcast episode ... It’s 35 years since The American’s with Disabilities Act was signed into law. So why are people with disabilities still disadvantaged, we talk with a disability advocate. Plus we take a look at other stories from around the region.

In this podcast episode ... It’s Spring Brush Fire season in Connecticut. We talk with CT Deep’s Division of Forestry about their forest management program and why they’re planning on burning over 100 acres of forest. Plus we take a look at other stories from around the region.

In this podcast episode ... It’s National Public Health Week April 7th to 13th so what better time to talk about the healthcare industry here in the US And Sarah Worthy CEO of Door Space gives us her frank opinions about where it’s going and why we need to stop it. Plus we take a look at other stories from around the region.

In this podcast episode ... History is created one micro story at a time, that’s the mantra of Connecticut based History Chip. We talk to its founder as they embark on a mission to collect everyday people’s stories for the history books. Plus we take a look at other stories from around the region.

In this podcast episode ... They’ve been an educational partner serving eastern Connecticut since 1980 We talk to EASTCONN as they take a strategic look at what they do and how they can continue to serve their communities. Plus we take a look at other stories from around the region.

In this podcast episode ... It’s our 250th episode of Connecticut East This Week and we’re talking murder. As we find out about a series of true crime books coming later year letting you follow crimes across Connecticut and beyond. Plus we take a look at other stories from around the region.

In this podcast episode ... As Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are struck off from federal websites by the new administration. It’s down to state organizations to be there for everyone in the community regardless of age, gender or race. Plus we take a look at other stories from around the region.

In this podcast episode ... It’s a broken system in the state that’s just getting worse. We talk about the state’s tax system and how it’s impacting the towns and cities where you live, forcing them to make almost impossible decisions that impact you. Plus we take a look at other stories from around the region.

In this podcast episode ... It might be winter but it’s the ideal time for some bird spotting We take a cruise down the Connecticut River to see some of the state’s Bald eagles and more. Plus we take a look at other stories from around the region.

In this podcast episode ... They help hundreds of people in the Windham area facing homelessness. And with a  new name comes even more services, we talk with Project Hope, formerly The Windham No Freeze Project. Plus we take a look at other stories from around the region.

In this podcast episode ... Their State Pier project has kept this quasi-public agency in the spotlight for the last few years. We talk with the Connecticut Port Authority’s new Executive Director about how he intends to turn the agency around and focus on its wider mission. Plus we take a look at other stories from around the region.