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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.
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Ahead Of Centennial, A Look At The Connecticut Women Who Fought For Suffrage
Next summer marks 100 years since the ratification of the 19th amendment, which gave women the right to vote in the United States. This hour, we hear about the…
Where We LiveDecoding Artificial Intelligence
Sometimes new technology, like the iPhone, comes to us in flashy, attention-grabbing presentations. But other times, it creeps up and changes our world…
Where We LiveAuthor Spots Connecticut's History Of Witch Hangings
Salem, Massachusetts has long been a focal point in the history of early New England witch trials. But Windsor, Connecticut also has a place on this dark…
Where We LiveNew Book Asks: 'Why Will No One Play With Me?'
For some kids, the playground is a place of fun and friendship. For others, it is a source of anxiety and fear. The fear of being left out. Why do some kids…
Where We LiveAcknowledging Middletown's Ties To Slavery
Middletown today is known for its vibrant main street and the scenic grounds of Wesleyan University. But the city began as a trading port on the Connecticut…
Where We LiveThe Expendable Workforce: Adjunct Faculty In Higher Education
As college students wrap up their fall semester, there is an expectation their professors are tenured. But three out of four faculty today aren’t…
Where We LiveInvestigation Raises Questions About Connecticut Dam Safety
Anyone who’s spent time outdoors in Connecticut has probably come across a dam or two. The state is home to more than 4,000 dams, a dozen of which were…
Where We LiveThe Roots Of Pro-Democracy Protests In Hong Kong
For nearly six months, pro-democracy protesters have taken to the streets of Hong Kong. Some demonstrations have turned violent, as protesters clash with the…
Where We LiveConnecticut Author Traces History, Impact Of Identity Politics In The U.S.
Dr. Khalilah Brown-Dean is a Quinnipiac University professor and author of Identity Politics in the United States. Earlier this month, she sat down with us in…
Where We LiveConnecticut Communities Hope To Take Broadband Into Their Own Hands
Most of us enjoy high-speed internet access. But in some areas in Connecticut, residents still don’t have broadband access. We hear about a recent court…
Where We LiveCelebrating 30 Years of Connecticut's Judy Dworin Performance Project
The nonprofit Judy Dworin Performance Project harnesses the arts to build social awareness, staging performances that draw on issues ranging from incarceration…
Where We LiveTell Us: Should Consumers Have The 'Right to Repair' Their Own Devices?
If your smartphone screen cracks, do you get it fixed or trade it in for the latest model? Repairing items can be less wasteful, but there are also growing…
Where We LiveBeyond Central Park: The Legacy Of Connecticut Native Frederick Law Olmsted
When you head to New York, do you ever take a break from the city and get lost on a trail in Central Park? This hour, we take a look at the life of the man…
Where We LiveInvestigation Spotlights Barriers To Affordable Housing In Connecticut
On the need for new affordable housing, some Connecticut municipalities say "not in my backyard." But why this NIMBY approach? This hour, we take an in-depth…
Where We LiveCompanies Vie Over Supplying Connecticut's Offshore Wind Power
While the U.S. is withdrawing from the Paris Climate Accord, states like Connecticut are still committed to reducing their carbon emissions. Offshore wind…
Where We LiveCan We Get Some Volunteers?
Whether through religious groups or school-organized activities, Americans have long sought ways to give back to their communities. But has this spirit of…
Where We LiveIn 'Felon', Reginald Dwayne Betts Reflects On Life After Prison
At sixteen years of age, Reginald Dwayne Betts went to prison for carjacking. Decades later, Betts is a celebrated poet and graduate of Yale Law School. But…
Where We LiveTomorrow's Election Day. Here's What You Need To Know.
Tuesday, November 5 is Election Day in Connecticut. This means another opportunity for residents to cast ballots for town and city officials. But who will turn…
Where We LiveViolinist Kishi Bashi Reflects On The Past To Understand The Present
Violinist and singer Kishi Bashi is Japanese American. His most recent musical project, Omoiyari, takes a look at the history of Japanese internment, when…
Where We LiveInvesting In Connecticut's "Opportunity Zones"
The 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act introduced a new initiative, the Opportunity Zones Program, to spur investment in the nation’s most distressed…
Where We LiveHearst Series Looks At Workplace Sexual Harassment In Connecticut
High-profile cases of sexual harassment in the workplace have made headlines in recent years, from Hollywood to Capitol Hill. A new series from Hearst…
Where We LiveAuthor Spotlights Connecticut's History Of Witch Hangings
Massachusetts has long been a focal point in the history of early New England witch trials. But Connecticut also has a place on this dark historical timeline…
Where We LiveAcknowledging Middletown's Ties To Slavery
Middletown today is known for its vibrant main street and the scenic grounds of Wesleyan University. But the city began as a trading port on the Connecticut…
Where We LiveNew Book Asks: 'Why Will No One Play With Me?'
For some kids, the playground is a place of fun and friendship. For others, it is a source of anxiety and fear. The fear of being left out. Why do some kids…
Where We LiveDocumentary Investigates 'Collision Course' Of Driver And Officer In Fatal Police Shooting
In April, 18-year-old Anthony Jose Vega Cruz was driving in Wethersfield, Connecticut, on the way to dinner with his girlfriend. But he was stopped by police…
Where We LiveNew Commissioner Talks Connecticut's Education Future
At 27, he was a Connecticut school principal. At 44, he is the state’s commissioner of education. This hour, Dr. Miguel Cardona joins us to talk about…
Where We LiveChecking In On The Crumbling Foundations Crisis
Dozens of Connecticut homes have been hoisted off the ground as the state helps pay homeowners to repair ruined concrete foundations. This hour, we check in on…
Where We LiveWhere We Sleep: Exploring Our 'Horizontal History'
The bed. It’s a central feature of daily life. We rest on it, recharge in it. But rarely do we reflect on our relationship with it. Until now. This hour…
Where We LiveAre Livestock Beefing Up Our Carbon Emissions?
Do you worry about how you’re everyday actions contribute to climate change? You may think about the carbon gas-burning cars are putting into the…
Where We LiveTracking Connecticut's Bobcats
It’s a lethal hunter, marked by its tufted ears and focused gaze. It's a breathtaking sight, if you’re lucky enough to see one. This hour: the…
Where We LiveTo Guilt, Or Not To Guilt? A Social Dilemma
Guilt. Ah, yes, that awful, anxiety-ridden five-letter word. Most of us have experienced it. All of us have learned to dread it. But is a little guilt really…
Where We LiveLoitering Laws Hit Connecticut's Most Vulnerable Residents
Cities and towns have laws to keep people from engaging in behavior that may disturb others, like sleeping on park benches, drinking in public, or just plain…
Where We LiveWomen On Wheels: How Bicycles Paved A Road To Social Change
Bicycles helped inspire modern cars, paved roads...even airplanes! But did you know they were also an inspiration for the women's movement? This hour we take a…
Where We LiveThe Life And Legacy Of American Composer Charles Ives
Not only is Charles Ives a revered American composer, but he is also Connecticut's native son. This hour, we take an in-depth look at Ives’ life and…
Where We LiveThis Giant Animal Show Is Going To Be... Huge!
What would it have been like to see a huge, elephant-like mastodon roaming our state? The earth has been home to some spectacularly large animals. A few of…
Where We LiveLung Injuries Raise Concerns About The Risks Of Vaping
Doctors and public health officials are still trying to figure out the cause behind more than 800 lung injuries related to vaping that have been reported in…
Where We LiveImpeachment. How Does It Work?
Impeachment. It's a word that has come to dominate the headlines, with the announcement of an “official impeachment inquiry” into U.S. President…
Where We LiveThe State Of Main Street Retail
Venture into any of Connecticut's municipal centers and you will likely notice an empty storefront … or two or three or, well, you get the point. This…
Where We LiveTrump's Ukraine Call Amplifies Calls For Impeachment
A phone conversation between Donald Trump and the president of Ukraine about former Vice President Joe Biden has sparked outrage from some U.S. lawmakers and…
Where We LiveA Conversation With UConn President Thomas Katsouleas
The University of Connecticut has a new leader. This hour, we sit down with UConn’s new president, Thomas Katsouleas, who stepped into the role this…
Where We LiveThe State Of The Arts In Greater Hartford; The Story Of Hip-Hop And Breaking In Connecticut
A recent report paints a picture of the arts in Greater Hartford, a scene that’s both colorful and rocky. This hour, we learn about the Greater Hartford…
Where We LiveThe Expendable Workforce: Adjunct Faculty In Higher Education
As college students settle into the fall semester, there is an expectation their professors are tenured. But three out of four faculty today aren’t…
Where We LiveCan We Get Some Volunteers?
Whether through religious groups or school-organized activities, Americans have long sought ways to give back to their communities. But has this spirit of…
Where We LiveChecking In On What Purdue Pharma's Bankruptcy Could Mean For Connecticut
In 2018, around one thousand Connecticut residents died from opioid overdoses, according to the state’s Chief Medical Examiner. Connecticut has joined…
Where We LiveAn Hour With U.S. Representative Rosa DeLauro
Rosa DeLauro has served Connecticut’s third congressional district for 28 years, and is an influential Democratic leader who is close with House Speaker…
Where We LiveThe Fate Of The Amazon: Fires And Deforestation
As fires burn in the Amazon rainforest, we ask: To what extent is deforestation responsible for the flames? Coming up, we check in with climate scientist Dr…
Where We LiveChecking In With Quinnipiac President Judy Olian
For more than 30 years, Quinnipiac University was led by John Lahey. Now, the private university in Hamden, Connecticut has a new leader and its first female…
Where We LiveWith Open Adoption Comes Joy, Challenges
For some single adults and couples, the path to adoption can be winding and difficult. This hour, we take an in-depth look at the realities of open adoption in…
Where We LiveBeyond Central Park: The Legacy Of Connecticut Native Frederick Law Olmsted
When you head to New York, do you ever take a break from the city and get lost on a trail in Central Park? This hour, we take a look at the life of the man…
Where We LiveCollege Is Expensive. How Do You Afford It?
Standardized tests, application forms, campus visits. The path to college can be a daunting one, especially when you add tuition to the mix. Then, of course…
Where We LiveWhy Are Ransomware Attackers Targeting Local Towns And Schools?
As students head back to school, teachers and administrators in Wolcott, Connecticut will be starting the school year without access to important files…
Where We LiveHartford Mayor Luke Bronin On His Bid For Reelection
Luke Bronin has been mayor of Hartford since 2016. Now, with the mayoral primary race just around the corner, Bronin is hoping that Democratic voters in the…
Where We LiveA Sit-Down With Hartford Mayoral Candidate Brandon McGee
Brandon McGee is a Democratic state representative and petitioning candidate for mayor of his native city of Hartford. This hour, we sit down with Rep. McGee…
Where We LiveAt It Again: Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim Seeks Reelection
Joe Ganim’s election as Bridgeport’s mayor in 2015 was an unlikely comeback story. Reelected after seven years in federal prison for felony…
Where We LiveWho Gets To Become a U.S. Citizen?
Attorneys general from several U.S. states, including Connecticut, have allied in opposition to new Trump administration rules that target immigrants. This…
Where We LiveThis Giant Animal Show Is Going To Be... Huge!
What would it have been like to see a huge, elephant-like mastodon roaming our state? The earth has been home to some spectacularly large animals. A few of…
Where We LiveThe Life And Legacy Of American Composer Charles Ives
Not only is Charles Ives a revered American composer, but he is also Connecticut's native son. This hour, we take an in-depth look at Ives’ life and…
Where We LiveWhat's The Fix For An Ailing Health Care System?
From surprise bills to sky-high deductibles, the American health care system is not working perfectly for many. But what’s the fix? This hour: Democratic…
Where We LiveHearst Connecticut Investigates Sexual Abuse At Boys & Girls Clubs
This hour, we hear about a months-long investigation into allegations of sexual abuse at local Boys & Girls Clubs. We also learn about reports of a plan to…
Where We LiveState Sen. Marilyn Moore On Her Campaign For Bridgeport Mayor
This hour, we talk with Democratic State Sen. Marilyn Moore who, in addition to representing the 22nd District, is campaigning for mayor of Bridgeport…