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For the People
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The award-winning 'For the People', produced by John Voket, focuses on issues related to aging, veterans, youth, education, health and human services, public safety, workforce and consumer issues and the environment. Broadcast segments and guests explore concerns facing communities we serve, and detail how individuals and communities may respond to address and/or mitigate those concerns.
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AAA Northeast/Student Loan Updates - Jane Doe No More - 2026 Barnum Festival Ringmaster
2d ago00:53:55Tap to summarizeIf you are a student or family planning on taking out new college loans - or you're repaying existing federal loans - major changes are coming on July 1 with new borrowing limits and repayment plans. So, make sure you're fully prepared with AAA Northeast’s director of student lending and college services who's here to help you understand what these changes mean Then, we're reconnecting with Jane Doe No More. We'll talk about how your support of this agency can go even farther to ensure this Waterbury-area nonprofit continues empowering survivors of sexual crimes to find their voice, advance their healing, and educate others. And we'll close visiting with the 2026 Ringmaster of Bridgeport's legendary Barnum Festival. All the excitement comes to a head this coming week with several community activities and celebrations - so, we'll let you know how you can get in on all the fun!
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Council On Environmental Quality
1w ago00:22:35Tap to summarizeIn this segment, For the People is connecting with the director of the state Council on Environmental Quality. The CEQ recently released its annual report to the Connecticut General Assembly, so we'll unpack a number of issues and sort out the good news from the not so good.
Transcribe →CT Insurance Commissioner
1w ago00:18:40Tap to summarizeWe're welcoming the Commissioner of the CT Insurance Department to focus on rate increase requests from a number of health insurers doing business in our state health insurance marketplace. Then, we'll discuss how Connecticut is leading the way when it comes to how the insurance industry is grappling with the effects of climate change.
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CT Insurance Commissioner - Council On Environmental Quality - Encore: DEEP Commissioner Katie Dykes
1w ago00:57:05Tap to summarizeToday we'll lean into environmental conversations, and mix in a little about insurance as we open welcoming the Commissioner of the CT Insurance Department. First, we'll focus on rate increase requests from a number of health insurers doing business in our state health insurance marketplace, before we turn our attention to how the insurance industry is grappling with the effects of climate change.Then we'll chat with the director of the state Council on Environmental Quality. The CEQ recently released its annual report to the Connecticut General Assembly, so we'll unpack a number of issues and sort out the good news from the not so good.And we'll close replaying clips from a couple of recent interviews with DEEP Commissioner Katie Dykes, who announced her departure earlier this week. Dykes and her team have been an important resource to For the People during her term at the state's energy and environmental protection agency - so, we'll recap some of what she has shared over the past couple of years.
Transcribe →16th Annual Greater Bridgeport Pride
2w ago00:14:19Tap to summarizeWe're focusing on Pride Month, welcoming back a rep from the Bridgeport Pride Center which is hosting its 16th annual Greater Bridgeport Pride celebration later this month. Learn how you can be part of GBP’s hallmark Pride March, which is expanding with a pre-march rally featuring elected officials and community speakers, plus some exciting entertainment.
Transcribe →New Horizons Village 40th Anniversary
2w ago00:20:31Tap to summarizeWe're celebrating the 40th Anniversary of New Horizons Village and its mission supporting a caring and independent lifestyle for hundreds of residents across its facilities. Hear from two of the organizations leaders about how New Horizons has always been ahead of its time when it comes to innovative programs and services.
Transcribe →20th annual Swim Across America/Fairfield County
2w ago00:15:05Tap to summarizeThe 20th annual Swim Across America - Fairfield County's open water swim is happening June 20, so we'll welcome back the event's director to prep you to be part of one of the largest open water events in the tri-state area, attracting hundreds of swimmers, volunteers and spectators to support the Alliance for Cancer Gene Therapy.
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20th annual Swim Across America/Fairfield County - New Horizons Village 40th Anniversary - 16th Annual Greater Bridgeport Pride
2w ago00:54:00Tap to summarizeThe 20th annual Swim Across America - Fairfield County's open water swim is happening June 20, so we'll welcome back the event's director to prep you to be part of one of the largest open water events in the tri-state area, attracting hundreds of swimmers, volunteers and spectators to support the Alliance for Cancer Gene Therapy.Then, we'll celebrate the 40th Anniversary of New Horizons Village and its mission supporting a caring and independent lifestyle for hundreds of residents across its facilities. Hear from two of the organizations leaders about how New Horizons has always been ahead of its time when it comes to innovative programs and services.And we'll close with a focus on Pride Month, welcoming back a rep from the Bridgeport Pride Center which is hosting its 16th annual Greater Bridgeport Pride celebration later this month. Learn how you can be part of GBP’s hallmark Pride March, which is expanding with a pre-march rally featuring elected officials and community speakers, plus some exciting entertainment.
Transcribe →21st Annual Naugatuck Duck Race & Festival
3w ago00:12:42Tap to summarizeCome one, come all to one of the central Naugatuck Valley's biggest community festivals. Tune in for the backstory, and to get all the inside info to make the most of your visit to the 21st Annual Naugatuck Duck Race & Festival coming up June 7.
Transcribe →Women's Mentoring Network
3w ago00:21:03Tap to summarizeCatch up with the head of the Women's Mentoring Network which serves nearly 1,000 women each year, providing mentorship, professional certifications, and loads of other support, as well as opportunities for women to become involved as mentors and so much more. We'll learn how they attract volunteers and clients, and how you could play a role in helping this effort remain sustainable.
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