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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
Where We LiveA Connecticut Marine Reflects On His Mission In Iraq
Connecticut U.S. Marine Michael Zacchea had a job to do in 2004: train and lead the first Iraqi Army battalion after the U.S. disbanded the country’s military…
Where We LiveCrisis In The ER: New Report Highlights Rising Number Of Child Mental Health Patients
A new report from C-HIT -- the Connecticut Health Investigative Team -- looks at how emergency rooms across the state are grappling with a rising number of…
Where We LiveA Trip To The Barber Shop
Social media can keep us from finding the space and time to really sit down and talk with one another. But there is one place where you can bet on a frank…
Where We LiveYale Graduate Michael Daugherty Pays Homage To Hemingway In Grammy-Winning Concerto
Sixty-two-year-old Michael Daugherty is a well-known and well-decorated contemporary American composer -- recognized for such works as his Grammy Award-winning…
Where We LiveWhat Does Gov. Malloy’s Budget Proposal Say About Connecticut’s Future?
Governor Malloy’s budget plan promises to aid struggling cities, but many towns are concerned about footing more of the bill. This hour, we ask municipal…
Where We LiveEthel Walker's Meera Viswanathan On The Value Of Single-Sex Learning
In a world of buzzing smartphones, endless meetings and persistent deadlines, how can we be more in-tune with ourselves and more creative in our endeavors?…
Where We LiveEducation Secretary Betsy DeVos And The Future Of American Classrooms
Billionaire Betsy DeVos is the new Secretary for the US Department of Education. This hour, how will she impact public school education nationwide including…
Where We LiveMy Coworker Is An Android: Understanding The Impact Of Workforce Automation
From self-service menus to self-driving cars to... androids around the water cooler? This hour, we explore the past, present, and future of workforce…
Where We LiveFrom Internee To College Student: UConn’s Enrollment Of Japanese-Americans During World War II
President Trump’s executive order on immigration and talk of a Muslim registry during his campaign re-ignited memories of World War II, when the country sent…
Where We LiveNo Pain, No Gain: The Super Minds Of "Superagers"
This hour: breakthroughs in brain science. Coming up, we take a look inside the minds of so-called "superagers" -- older adults whose brains are not only…
Where We LiveFrom Root To Crown: A Guide Through The History And Life Of Trees
A tree’s roots touch more than just soil. They reach into the recesses of our past; into our culture and our traditions. It's something Fiona Stafford writes…
Where We LiveFrom Urban Centers to the ‘Burbs: Being Black in Connecticut
African Americans are a diverse group of people who live in our cities and our suburbs. This hour, what does it mean to be black in Connecticut? Support the…
Where We LiveFrom Jamaica to Puerto Rico: The Caribbean and How it’s Shaped Our Region and World
The Caribbean -- its islands, its history and its people -- has had a profound influence on communities around the globe -- including Connecticut. This hour…
Where We LiveConfronting Youth Homelessness
Year after year, hundreds of thousands of people find themselves homeless in the United States — including the young. This hour, we explore local efforts to…
Where We LiveBecoming Tang Sauce: A Conversation With Hip-Hop Artist John Manselle-Young
Twenty-five-year-old hip-hop artist John Manselle-Young is well-known on the Connecticut stage -- performing under the pseudonym Tang Sauce. Coming up, we sit…
Where We LiveA Connecticut Family's Journey From Addiction To Advocacy
The opioid epidemic in our nation upends lives and it’s the family members of addicts who intimately know the deadly costs of substance abuse. This hour, we…
Where We LiveAlaska, Hawaii... Puerto Rico? A Look At One Governor's Commitment To Statehood
Fifty-eight years; fifty states; one governor's commitment to change. This hour: statehood for Puerto Rico -- is it in the cards? We consider what lies ahead…
Where We LiveReaction To Trump Refugee Ban And Planning For Rising Waters Along Connecticut’s Coast
President Donald Trump’s executive order blocking refugees and banning citizens from seven Muslim-majority countries from the United States has ignited…
Where We LiveBrazilian Jazz Comes With A Twist... And A Swing
This hour: two musicians, two nations, one unifying sound. We sit down with Brazilian jazz artists Joe Carter and Isabella Mendes. We learn about their unique…
Where We LiveLoving V. Virginia 50 Years On — Interracial Couples Weigh In
It’s been nearly 50 years since a US Supreme Court decision put an end to state laws banning interracial marriage. This hour, we learn about the civil rights…
Where We LiveFrom Domestic Violence To Zero Tolerance: Improving The Lives Of Connecticut's Children
A new report gives voice to some of Connecticut's youngest domestic violence victims -- children six years old and younger. This hour, we take a look at the…
Where We LiveWhy Doesn’t My Town Have A Mayor? Answering Your Questions On Town Government
Recently we asked you what questions you have about how your town government works. This hour, two listeners join us to ask their questions and we try to…
Where We LiveLaying Down The Rails: Could Train Travel Get A Boost In The Northeast?
Train travel in the Northeast might soon be faster, more accessible and more reliable, but a lot of this relies on the federal government. This hour — rail in…
Where We LiveScholarship Programs Offer "Promise" To Some Connecticut Students
For some, the journey to higher education can feel more like a dead end -- an opportunity stifled by rising tuition fees and the weight of student loans. Here…
Where We LiveNew Year, New Goals: A Conversation With Connecticut Governor Dannel Malloy
Budget woes, pension costs, job recovery -- those were just a few of the themes highlighted during Governor Dannel Malloy’s State of the State address last…
Where We LiveBeyond The Five Families: A Look At Organized Crime's "Hidden Power"
It’s hard to read the word "mafia" and not be reminded of scenes from The Godfather or Casino. But mafias infiltrate more than just movie plots and crime…
Where We LiveConnecticut Artists Reflect On The Global Migrant Crisis
War and poverty displace millions of people around the world. This hour, we hear from two Connecticut artists who have personal experience with the global…
Where We LiveThe Ins And Outs Of The Mental Health Reform Act
How mental illness is treated across our nation could change under a new federal law. This hour — the Mental Health Reform Act — what is it and what does it…
Where We LiveBay Watch: What Connecticut Can Learn From Massachusetts's Job Growth
Labor pains and lessons from the north. As Connecticut comes to terms with recent job loss, Massachusetts emerges as a regional leader in statewide job…
Where We LiveBrazilian Jazz Comes With A Twist... And A Swing
This hour: two musicians, two nations, one unifying sound. We sit down with Brazilian jazz artists Joe Carter and Isabella Mendes. We learn about their unique…
Where We LiveFrom Urban Centers to the ‘Burbs: Being Black in Connecticut
African Americans are a diverse group of people who live in our cities and our suburbs. This hour, what does it mean to be black in Connecticut? Support the…
Where We LiveFrom 'Will o' the Wisp' Willie Pep to 'Iceman' John Scully: A History of Boxing in Connecticut
Boxing is known as the "sweet science" and the sport once drew large crowds in our cities -- spurring on neighborhood rivalries and banding together immigrant…
Where We LiveConnecticut on the Cutting Edge
From self-driving cars to 3D printing to hydrokinetic energy technology, New Englanders are at the forefront of the latest cutting edge tech. This hour, we…
Where We LiveWriting Chapter Two: Loss, Grief, and Widowhood
Friends and family gather this week for the holidays. It’s a time when we celebrate with each other and give thanks. But holidays can be an especially…
Where We LiveMarking 35 Years of HIV/AIDS
This year marks an important milestone in our nation's history -- 35 years since the discovery of HIV/AIDS. This hour, we look back to see how far we've come…
Where We LiveThe ABCs of "Sesame Street" With Actress Sonia Manzano
For nearly four and a half decades, Sonia Manzano was Maria -- a recurring female lead on the PBS television series "Sesame Street." Last year, Manzano retired…
Where We Live2016 Holiday Rules: Eat, Drink (Wine), and Tell Great Stories
Whether it's red or white, boxed or bottled -- few beverages stimulate the senses quite like a glass of wine does. Still, the science behind how the human body…
Where We LiveFrom Juvenile Justice Reform to Foster Care: A Conversation with DCF
State officials, community providers and youth advocates are continuing their work to reform juvenile justice in Connecticut. The latest efforts have been…
Where We LiveFrom Church to Mosque: An Interfaith Partnership at a Time of Increasing Hate
A picturesque building that’s been the home of the United Congregational Church in Bridgeport -- for 91 years -- will soon be transformed into a mosque. This…
Where We LiveOn the Front Lines of Change: A Conversation with Female Veterans
Last year was a landmark year for the U.S. military and its servicemembers. For the first time, women were granted equal access to all military combat roles…
Where We LiveCats: From Curious Companion to "Cuddly Killer"
Are you a cat owner -- a self-described “cat mom” or “cat dad”? If you answered “yes” to that question, then here’s another one for you: Do you let your feline…
Where We LiveFrom Jamaica to Puerto Rico: The Caribbean and How it’s Shaped Our Region and World
The Caribbean -- its islands, its history and its people -- has had a profound influence on communities around the globe -- including Connecticut. This hour…
Where We Live(Jay)Walking Our Way to Better, Safer Streets
As parents, we tell our children to look both ways before crossing the street. We remind them to use crosswalks and to obey crossing signals. But practicing…
Where We LiveFrom Root to Crown: A Guide Through the History and Life of Trees
A tree’s roots touch more than just soil. They reach into the recesses of our past; into our culture and our traditions. It's something Fiona Stafford writes…
Where We LiveFrom 'Will o' the Wisp' Willie Pep to 'Iceman' John Scully: A History of Boxing in Connecticut
Boxing is known as the "sweet science" and the sport once drew large crowds in our cities -- spurring on neighborhood rivalries and banding together immigrant…
Where We LiveWhy We Leave and Why We Stay
Recently we did a show about the science of loving where you live and we heard from plenty of Connecticut residents who really do love living here. But that…
Where We LiveGirl Power! Women in STEM
They're moms and mentors; mathematicians and microbiologists. This hour: women in STEM. We hear from a team of women scientists and engineers, and consider…
Where We LiveConnecticut Leaders Respond to Incidents of Hate
Hate crimes and incidents of intimidation and harassment have increased across our nation, including here in Connecticut. This hour, we speak with…
Where We LiveThe ABCs of "Sesame Street" With Actress Sonia Manzano
For nearly four and a half decades, Sonia Manzano was Maria -- a recurring female lead on the PBS television series "Sesame Street." Last year, Manzano retired…
Where We LiveBay Watch: What Connecticut Can Learn From Massachusetts's Job Growth
Labor pains and lessons from the north. As Connecticut comes to terms with recent job loss, Massachusetts emerges as a regional leader in statewide job…
Where We LiveJuvenile Justice Reform Through Young Eyes
Governor Dannel Malloy wants to close Connecticut’s juvenile jail in Middletown by mid-2018, but what will replace it? This hour, we hear from the Connecticut…
Where We Live'Grit' and the Future of Higher Education
What is the future of higher education? This hour, we preview an upcoming Connecticut Forum with one of the forum panelists -- Dr. Freeman Hrabowski, III. The…
Where We LiveJustice Under Trump: A Look at What the Future Holds for America's Top Court
Twenty-one names; one long-standing vacancy -- how does Republican President-elect Donald Trump plan to fill the gap on the U.S. Supreme Court? Support the…
Where We LiveWriting Chapter Two: Loss, Grief, and Widowhood
Friends and family gather this week for the Thanksgiving holiday. It’s a time when we celebrate with each other and give thanks. But holidays can be an…
Where We LiveClimate Change, Health Care and Trump's Presidency
A new commander in chief will lead the nation in January and some Americans are wondering about what he will do to keep our planet healthy. This hour, we…
Where We LiveSearching for the American Dream: Immigration Under Trump
One week has passed since Republican Donald Trump was elected to become the 45th president of the United States. In that time, thousands of immigrants and…
Where We LiveIt's Genetic: The Risk of Becoming an Addict
Why are some people more susceptible to addiction than others? How does genetic makeup influence a person’s chances of becoming an addict? This hour, we find…
Where We LiveHonoring the Memories of World War II Veterans
Seventy-five years ago, Americans across the country put their lives on hold, leaving their homes and risking their lives to fight a brutal war by land, sea…
Where We LiveElection 2016: Recapping Election Day Results
From businessman to president-elect -- it was a victory that surprised many. This hour: the rise of Republican Donald Trump. We recap Tuesday’s election…
Where We LiveElection Day Roundup
Election day is here! Crowds are gathering at polling stations across the country and the world is watching to see who’s voted in and who’s voted out. This…