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Where We Live
Produced by Connecticut Public, 'Where We Live' puts Connecticut in context. Host Catherine Shen brings us fascinating, informed, in-depth conversations and stories beyond news headlines. We start local, but we take time to explore domestic and international issues and consider how they impact us personally and here at home.
Episodes
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Remembering State Representative Quentin “Q” Williams
State Representative Quentin “Q” Williams died last week after a collision with a wrong-way driver. Today, we remember his legacy, his time in office and how…
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Addressing the "waste crisis": Possible solutions and regional trends
Connecticut’s waste management crisis is already a top-ticket item for lawmakers. Before the latest legislative session began, newly-appointed Environmental…
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Adult use cannabis sales to begin on January 10
Retailers can start selling adult-use cannabis on January 10th. Today, we breakdown what dispensaries might look like in our state and hear what retailers are…
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The power of puppets: New toolkit helps kids process "heavy feelings"
Emily Wicks with UConn's Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry noticed the pandemic-era disruptions to kids' social-emotional learning and development, and…
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Looking ahead to the 2023 WNBA Season
The WNBA kicks off on May 19th. Today, on Where We Live, we’re talking about all things women’s basketball including and hear about what players to watch in…
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Connecticut's 'long' legislative session begins. Here's what to expect.
With spiking health insurance premiums, energy costs and general "inflation" top-of-mind for many Connecticut residents, what are the top priorities for state…
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How short-term rentals (like Airbnb) impact the housing market and how we vacation
What are some issues with homestay services like Airbnb? And what’s being done to address them? This hour, we hear from travelers about their experiences with…
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How do dogs "become themselves"? Alexandra Horowitz reflects on her "Year of the Puppy"
Alexandra Horowitz is a dog cognition researcher, professor and the head scientist at Barnard College's Dog Cognition Lab. Her latest book, The Year of the…
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A parent and child's perspectives on the need for trans and nonbinary allyship
There are several protections for trans and nonbinary people in our state, including insurance coverage for health care services and, as part of Connecticut's…
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Author Luke Mogelson explores what happened inside the Capitol Riots
In his new book, The Storm is Here: An American Crucible, longtime war correspondent Luke Mogelson explores the rise of right wing extremism in the U.S. Today…
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University of New Haven Professor Randall Horton on his new memoir "Dead Weight"
Dr. Randall Horton is a Professor of English at the University of New Haven. His new memoir, Dead Weight details the time he was incarcerated more than two…
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In sci-fi novel about climate collapse in Connecticut, Tochi Onyebuchi locates hope in the local
When we hear about the climate crisis, it can often be framed as a future or somehow distant dilemma. But environmental justice advocates point to the many…
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Difficult relatives, FOMO, and grief: Navigating the holiday blues
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, but the holidays can be a difficult time for a number of reasons. The pressure to buy presents, fear of missing out…
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Celebrating the magic of trains
Trains may often be billed as a toy for tots, but there are locomotive-lovers of all ages where we live. This hour, go for a ride on the Naugatuck Railroad at…
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What pay transparency could mean for workers
Pay transparency is a growing movement across the United States. Connecticut adopted its own legislation in the form of “An Act Concerning the Disclosure of…
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Many beach-nesting birds in Connecticut face an "uncertain future"
The story of the American Oystercatcher in Connecticut is "one of success and hope; however, because of the increasing threat from climate change and habitat…
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Pandemic stress is impacting childhood obesity
Numerous reports have said obesity in adults rose in the pandemic. Childhood obesity has risen starkly too, but for different reasons than you may think…
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The science, treatment gaps, and myths of menopause
Half of the world’s population is made up of women. And by 2025, the number of postmenopausal women is expected to rise to 1 billion, according to the North…
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Reflecting on the Sandy Hook shooting, ten years later
It’s been ten years since the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. Twenty students and six educators died. Today, we speak with a student who was a fourth…
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How Connecticut science teachers help in "discerning fact from fiction"
"Maintaining and bolstering trust in science has never been more critical," writes Connecticut College chemistry professor Marc Zimmer .His latest book…
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A 4-day work week might actually increase productivity
Bloomberg reported that a shorter work week experiment in Iceland found that workers maintained productivity and had improved well-being. Today, Alex Pang…
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'Oyster Haven Lost': Digging into the rich history of oystering in Long Island Sound
Neil Berro, a local amateur historian, is building a massive manuscript on the history of Connecticut oystering titled Oyster Haven Lost. This hour, he…
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Exploring majestic Antarctica
Known as the seventh continent, Antarctica is much more than home for penguins! Today, we explore the least inhabited continent in the world. We hear about how…
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It's all connected: Understanding how our physical and mental health are linked
If you experience headaches, fatigue or gastrointestinal issues during difficult times, you’re not alone. Today, we explore the link between our physical and…
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Connecticut tribes co-create state social studies curriculum, centering "our culture and our ways"
The State Department of Education and five Connecticut tribal nations are working together to meet a legislative mandate calling for Native American curriculum…
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Unpacking the psychology of obesity
Doctors and scientists are increasingly seeing obesity as a complex disease that needs to be treated as such. Today, we talk about the psychology of obesity…
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Watching the World Cup, from Qatar and Connecticut
7.2 million Americans watched the FIFA World Cup opener, AP reports. Live viewership on Fox "was up 88% from the 2018 opener." Christine Huber, a sports…
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Supporting the mental health needs of college students
Suicide is the leading cause of death in college students, but are universities doing enough to provide mental health resources? Today, on Where We Live, we…
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Life with rare, incurable disease is all about quality
One in ten Americans, or one on every elevator and four on every bus, is impacted by a rare disease. Yet, 95 percent of rare diseases do not have approved…
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Fund for Teachers fellows explore "self-directed" professional development
New Haven social studies teacher Garrett Griffin Jr. noticed his students were treading lightly around the topics of slavery and ancestry, and he set out to…
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ARPA spending in Connecticut: How is money being used?
The American Rescue Plan Act was signed on March 11, 2021. Less than two weeks later, $81 billion was released to states across the country. This hour on Where…
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Melissa Febos and how our "Girlhood" shapes the way we think about consent
Today, we talk about how experiences coming of age impact us into adulthood. Melissa Febos, author of the bestselling memoir Girlhood, joins us. She writes…
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Jen Hewett on identity, community and inclusivity in craft
How does craft deepen your understanding of your history, your community, or yourself? And how can predominantly-white craft spaces better welcome diverse…
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Mohamad Hafez continues his artistic mission in latest venture, Pistachio Cafe
Through his art, Mohamad Hafez confronts preconceived notions of refugees and the "baggage" they may carry. He was recently the subject of an…
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From check marks to layoffs: A former Twitter employee shares their experience
Since purchasing Twitter, Elon Musk has drastically scaled back on the site’s content moderation and staff. Today, we hear from a former Twitter employee who…
Where We LiveFull interview: A parent and child's perspectives on the need for trans and nonbinary allyship
With anti-trans rhetoric on the rise, one Connecticut family shares their story in the hopes of encouraging understanding. Hear our extended conversation with…
Where We LiveA parent and child's perspectives on the need for trans and nonbinary allyship
There are several protections for trans and nonbinary people in our state, including insurance coverage for health care services and, as part of Connecticut's…
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Exploring what early voting could look like in Connecticut
On Election Day, Connecticut residents voted in favor of early voting – meaning Connecticut will no longer be one of just four states that doesn’t allow at…
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Middle Passage to New London: A significant stop on the city's Black Heritage Trail
In 2018, New London was designated a "site of memory" on the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization's slave route project, an effort…
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Davarian L. Baldwin spotlights the "Shadow of the Ivory Tower"
As non-profit, tax-exempt institutions, colleges and universities are often seen as a source of public good. For example, a recent New York Times Magazine…
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Remembering the Chinese Educational Mission at the Connecticut Historical Society
From 1872 to 1881, 120 young Chinese boys were sent to America on an educational exchange program. Today, we hear the stories of these boys and what their…
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Honoring Native American veterans
There are over 150,000 veterans who identify as American Indian or Alaska Native, and more than 14,000 active-duty service members who identify as American…
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What happened on Election night 2022
Coming off the heels of Election Day, today on Where We Live we talk about the midterm election results and hear from our panel of experts. We hear from…
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Author Sy Montgomery on her new book: "The Hawk's Way"
Sy Montgomery has authored over 30 books about animals.Today, she joins us to talk about her latest book, The Hawk’s Way: Encounters with Fierce Beauty. We…
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Indra Nooyi shares stories and strategies on life, work, and "family structures"
Indian immigrant Indra Nooyi led PepsiCo as chairman and CEO for more than a decade, making her one of the most powerful women in corporate America. Nooyi is…
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Lucy Nalpathanchil reflects back on her time as Host
After nearly seven years of hosting Where We Live, today is Lucy's last live show. Lucy isn't going anywhere! She has recently been promoted to VP of Community…
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Chief Lynn Malerba on her new role as U.S. Treasurer
Chief of the Mohegan Tribe Lynn Malerba made history when she was sworn in as U.S. Treasurer in September, the first Native American to be appointed to the…
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Refugees fleeing genocide develop culturally fluent models of mental health care
This hour on Where We Live, we hear from two survivors of genocide. Theanvy Kuoch fled Cambodia and the Khmer Rouge in 1981, having lost 19 family members…
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Navigating ableism in life and politics
Democratic candidate for Senate in Pennsylvania John Fetterman continues to recover from a stroke, but some have questioned his capacity to serve as a…
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A push to exonerate victims of Connecticut's early witch trials
Descendants of accused witches in Connecticut are pushing for exoneration 375 years later, hoping our state will follow others in clearing their ancestors'…
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How do dogs "become themselves"? Alexandra Horowitz reflects on her "Year of the Puppy"
Alexandra Horowitz is a dog cognition researcher, professor and the head scientist at Barnard College's Dog Cognition Lab. Her latest book, The Year of the…
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Looking back at Superstorm Sandy, ten years later
Superstorm Sandy hit Connecticut back in October of 2012. Since then, residents of Connecticut’s coastal towns have tried to rebuild, but some have also moved…
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Looking back at Superstorm Sandy, ten years later
Superstorm Sandy hit Connecticut back in October of 2012. Since then, residents of Connecticut’s coastal towns have tried to rebuild, but some have also moved…
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MacArthur fellow says “high risk of dying” in first two weeks upon release post incarceration
Dr. Emily Wang from the Yale School of Medicine was named a 2022 “MacArthur Genius.” The Chicago–based foundation recognized Wang for her research on health…
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A look into Connecticut’s history of housing segregation
Yale Law School Professor Robert Ellickson explores the detriments of current zoning practices and possible means for reform in his new book, “America’s Frozen…
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Celebrating the life and legacy of New Haven resident Winfred Rembert
New Haven resident Winfred Rembert was a civil rights activist, who survived a near-lynching in the 1960s and seven years on chain gangs. Today, we talk about…
Where We LiveMeshing art and science to spotlight ocean pollution
How is plastic pollution changing our oceans? Elizabeth Ellenwood addresses this pressing question through art, capturing images of pollution that are both…
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From trolling to stalking, online harassment takes many forms
Online harassment takes many forms, and victims often have limited ways to protect themselves.Today, we explore we explore this form of harassment.We hear…
Where We LiveTackling the fentanyl crisis
A deadly combination of Xylazine, an animal tranquilizer, and fentanyl, resulted in 221 overdose deaths up to August this year, up from 141 deaths for the full…
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A sit-down with George Logan, Republican nominee in competitive congressional race
This hour, George Logan joins us to discuss his campaign against incumbent Democratic Congresswoman Jahana Hayes. The 5th District face-off has attracted…