The Lisa Wexler Show

Hear Lisa analyze newest Trump exec order pausing federal funding of 3 trillion$ in grants & loans. Give yourself 13 minutes to hear the text and analysis in simple English. A caller weighs in with her concerns about HUD housing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lisa asks "What If", as she knows the latest Trump executive order which bans federal spending will surely go to a judge. Fast-breaking news, listen up to keep informed. (7 minutes)- show excerpt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Harriet Tubman's great-great-great grandniece, Rita Daniels, and co-author Jean Marie Wiesen, join Lisa Wexler to talk about their new book, Harriet Tubman: Military Scout and Tenacious Visionary ahead of their Westport Library event, 2/6 at 7pm. Hear how and why Rita discovered that Harriet Tubman was her own relative. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Attorney General William Tong joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how CT is handling new federal immigration orders, what CT's Trust Act says and who it applies to, and why we need our immigrant workers to make our country run. Fast- breaking news, a must-listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lisa Wexler answers questions about if a beneficiary inherits Medicaid debt, how, when and how much an ex-spouse can collect Social Security benefits, and what circumstances of an emergency entrance to a leased apartment may there be, how to be an "interested party" on a conservatory proceeding? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Occupational therapist specializing in sensory integration, Jill Mays, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss why gardening is particularly beneficial for special needs students struggling in school. Meet Jill Mays on February 6th from 7pm - 8pm at the Wilton Library for her book launch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Behind The Wheel, Lisa shares personal reflections on the news and her life. Today, she considers the recent rash of presidential pardons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Superintendent of Westport Public Schools, Thomas Scarise, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss embracing AI and his plan to integrate it into Westport's curriculum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Heidi Elliott, Northwell Health's Director of Acute Care Surgery, Director of Surgical Quality, Northern Westchester, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about what hernias are, who gets them, and how to treat them with cutting-edge minimally invasive surgery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

State Representative Steve Stafstrom joins Lisa Wexler to talk about Adrian Peeler's pardon, the decrease in violent crime in CT, and CT's laws vs. ICE's request to detain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jill Zarin joins sister, Lisa Wexler, to discuss her Fox News interview about Hollywood's stance on Israel, her friendship with the Trump family, and how her D.C. trip to attend the inauguration went. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cecily Dyer, Special Collections Librarian, Pequot Library, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about their exhibition: The Tinderbox of the Civil War: 1830s Abolitionism in Connecticut starting 1/25/25. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Senator Dr. Jeff Gordon joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his thoughts on Donald Trump's 2nd term, CT's long session goals, and our healthcare system. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lauri Volkert joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her new post as CT's State Fire Marshal and what that job entails. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Broadway's Sam Gravitte joins Lisa Wexler to talk about growing up in CT and starring in the Westport Country Playhouse's new production, Broadway's BAD BOYS. Jan. 23- 26th. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Senator Richard Blumenthal joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the Supreme Court decision to uphold the deadline for sale or closure of TikTok, confirmation hearings and immigration policy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NatGeo author, Annie Fitzsimmons, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how she picked the 100 top hotels around the world for her new book. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Founder of Jane Doe No More, Donna Palomba, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about several high profile sexual assault and rape cases that shocked the nation and the world. Reach out to Jane Doe No More for support, to educate, and know the resources available and actions that can be taken. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Milton joins Lisa Wexler to talk about how TikTok helped him become a well known CT food influencer and how he, in turn, helps small businesses. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mary Harrison, mother of a 23 year old autistic son, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her new book: Autism Grows Up Then…What? 7 Keys to Preparing Your Child’s Transition From Childhood to Adulthood (without losing your mind). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

CBS correspondent, Michael Kaplan, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his in-depth investigation into why Prospect Medical Holdings filed for bankruptcy. Hear how one private equity firm used the real estate owned by hospitals to create millions of dollars in debt that the hospitals now owe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Francis Pickering, Executive Director of WestCog, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about their first of it's kind report on where CT's water comes from, what is being done to protect our supply, and what we need to do to keep our water clean. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vivek Kanthan, a 15 year old (now international) race car driver, joins Lisa Wexler from Spain where he will make his single-seater debut in 2025 with Campos Racing, competing in the Spanish Formula 4 Championship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lisa Wexler answers listener questions about when you need a conservatorship when you already have a power of attorney? What if the Power of Attorney isn't a family member? How to become designated as a voluntary conservator? What should people do when insurance doesn't fully cover an accident after an acceptance of liability? What is underinsured coverage? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...

Attorney Matthew Blumenthal joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his pursuit of the truth for a case where a Yale infertility specialist allegedly used his own sperm to artificially inseminate many of his patients. He hopes his legal efforts will prevent this sort of medical malpractice from happening again, and outlines how are damages are assessed in "wrongful life" cases. Hosted on Acast. See acast....