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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Did Senator Chris Murphy Go Too Far?

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 33:49


Host Paul Pacelli wrapped up a busy week on Friday's "Connecticut Today" with his thoughts on the timing of a social media statement posted by Connecticut Democratic U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy shortly after hostilities broke out between Israel and Iran (00:39). University of New Haven Professor of National Security and former State Department official Dr. Howard Stoffer stopped by to chat about the new attacks between Israel and Iran (13:14). Former Democratic State Rep. Chris Caruso joined us with his weekly take on the biggest state stories, including a controversial housing bill at the State Capitol (23:09) Image Credit: REUTERS

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - The Alex Padilla Clown Show

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 29:15


Host Paul Pacelli let loose with his thoughts on California Democratic Sen. Alex Padilla being detained during a briefing by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem (00:40). Greenwich GOP State Sen. Ryan Fazio (05:57) and Maria Weingarten of CT169Strong (16:05) both talked about some of the ongoing criticism connected to a controversial housing bill in Hartford. We also featured our monthly update with Connecticut blogger and columnist Chris Powell (21:26) Image Credit: REUTERS

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Your Ability To Protest Isn't Going Away

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 41:14


Host Paul Pacelli kicked off Wednesday's "Connecticut Today" criticizing some area politicians and media outlets for insinuating that peaceful, lawful protesting in Connecticut is somehow being threatened by the Trump White House (00:46). Ansonia Mayor David Cassetti dropped by to chat about recent controversies surrounding his city's finances (15:16). Hearst Connecticut Media senior editor and columnist Dan Haar described a push by some left-leaning Democrats against a 2026 re-election run by Gov. Ned Lamont and the latest on a controversial housing bill (24:12). CT169Strong's Maria Weingarten talked about a statement released by majority State Senate Democrats in Hartford about that housing bill (35:11) Image Credit: REUTERS

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Episode 83: Ann Molski Coach of Pacelli Softball

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 30:55


Coach Molski discusses her approach to softball and her thoughts on the upcoming game

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - How About Blaming The Violent Demonstrators?

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 36:24


Host Paul Pacelli opened Tuesday's edition of "Connecticut Today" with remarks from State Attorney General William Tong and Gov. Ned Lamont regarding the deployment of National Guard and U.S. Marine troops to Los Angeles (00:52). Landmark Legal Foundation Vice-President of Legal Affairs Mike O'Neill talked about the likely challenges to President Trump's deployment of military personnel to Los Angeles (16:38). Connecticut Conference of Municipalities Executive Director and CEO Joe DeLong talked about this year's General Assembly session and a controversial housing bill that Gov. Ned Lamont is threatening to veto (23:00). Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio talked about ongoing issues for Connecticut electric customers and last week's conclusion of the General Assembly's session (28:30) Image Credit: REUTERS

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - The National Guard In Los Angeles

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 38:36


Host Paul Pacelli opened another new week on "Connecticut Today" with his thought that there's nothing wrong with National Guard troops being sent to Los Angeles to help quell anti-ICE violence (00:46). CBS News legal analyst Thane Rosenbaum analyzed a possible legal challenge to President Trump's National Guard deployment to Los Angeles (15:18). Yankee Institute for Public Policy President Carol Liebau talked about last week's end to the General Assembly session (21:15), while CTNewsJunkie columnist and Substack.com blogger Terry Cowgill discussed the possibility of a third term for Gov. Ned Lamont (29:03) Image Credit: iStock Editorial / Getty Images Plus

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - There's Pressure On Gov. Ned Lamont To Step Aside

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 37:12


Host Paul Pacelli took a few moments on Friday's "Connecticut Today" to discuss an op-ed from a high-ranking State Senate Democrat calling on Gov. Ned Lamont to step aside and not seek a third term in office (00:49). Former Bridgeport Democratic State Rep. Chris Caruso analyzed that op-ed and the recent conclusion of the legislative session (11:51). GOP State Rep. Anne Dauphinais talked about the local and national reaction to her reading of a graphic sexual dialogue during a recent General Assembly debate (23:01). CBS News reporter Linda Kenyon joined us from Washington, D.C. on an escalating feud between President Trump and Elon Musk (32:09) Image Credit: REUTERS

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Episode 82: Pacelli Football Coach Drew Held

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 21:33


John sits down with Drew and discusses past and present Pacelli football.  Drew shares what he looks for in a player and his goals for the team moving forward.

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Is Gov. Ned Lamont Running Again?

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 33:44


Host Paul Pacelli kicked off Thursday's "Connecticut Today" wondering if Gov. Ned Lamont tipped his hand just hours earlier about running for a third term (00:38). CT Inside Investigator reporter Katherine Revello dropped by to talk about allegations of some alleged political fundraising irregularities in Connecticut (13:43). Connecticut Independent Party Chairman Chip Beckett talked about the just-concluded legislative session in Hartford (19:12). CBS News legal analyst Thane Rosenbaum detailed the U.S. Supreme Court blocking Mexico's lawsuit against U.S. gun makers (28:26) Image Credit: REUTERS

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Getting Near The Finish Line At The State Capitol

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 13:51


Host Paul Pacelli was joined on Wednesday's edition of "Connecticut Today" by Hearst Connecticut Media senior editor and columnist Dan Haar chatting about the major issues resolved, and otherwise, at the State Capitol (00:31). CBS News reporter Aaron Navarro detailed President Trump's call with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Ukraine (11:00) Image Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Is This Real Electric Bill Relief?

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 31:19


Host Paul Pacelli opened Tuesday's "Connecticut Today" with his thoughts on a bill to finally give some statewide relief to customers of United Illuminating and Eversource around the state (00:35). State Senate Republican leader Steve Harding dropped by to chat about the last-minute wheelings and dealings at the State Capitol before the end of the current legislative session (12:57). Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio shared what she found going through many bills - line-by-line - as the General Assembly gets ready to end its current session (19:14) Image Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Connecticut Needs A Full-Time Legislature

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 42:20


Host Paul Pacelli opened a new week on "Connecticut Today" wondering - as state budget talks run up against another deadline - if Connecticut lawmakers should be in Hartford on a full-time basis to avoid bad lawmaking (01:08). Trumbull GOP State Rep. Dave Rutigliano dropped by to chat about the latest news regarding state budget talks in Hartford (14:47). Commuter advocate and columnist Jim Cameron talked about his latest column, detailing the state's potential loss of millions of dollars through vehicles being improperly registered out-of-state (21:09). CTNewsJunkie columnist and Substack.com blogger Terry Cowgill had some thoughts on the recent Trump White House pardon for former Gov. John Rowland (30:27). CBS News military analyst and U.S. Army Col. (Ret.) Jeff McCausland analyzed recent news of a major sneak attack by Ukraine on Russian military air forces (38:09) Image Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - When Exactly Did Connecticut Go Nuts?

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Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 41:17


Host Paul Pacelli opened Friday's "Connecticut Today" wondering when exactly the State of Connecticut took a lurch to the far left in how it operates and governs itself (00:50). Family Institute of Connecticut Director of Public Policy Leslie Wolfgang updated us regarding a controversial library bill being debated at the State Capitol (15:52). Former Bridgeport State Rep. Chris Caruso broke down the biggest local stories, including how a contentious housing bill in Hartford could affect Bridgeport (22:54). Yankee Institute blogger Andrew Fowler dropped by to chat about the state's continued difficulties in reducing electric bills (33:45) Image Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Suing Gun Companies Over Gun Violence?

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Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 35:18


Host Paul Pacelli kicked off Thursday's "Connecticut Today" examining a bill that would allow some limited civil lawsuits in Connecticut against gun companies and gun retailers after incidents of gun violence (00:46). GOP State Sen. Eric Berthel also chimed in on that bill and others being debated at the State Capitol (15:44). CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi joined us from Washington, D.C. to chat about the Trump White House pardon of former Connecticut Gov. John Rowland (23:31). Quinnipiac University Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice Kimberly Przeszlowski talked about the state's first big city - Middletown - announcing the coming use of cameras for red light and speed enforcement (25:47) Image Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Wheels Turning At The State Capitol

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Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 22:45


Wednesday's "Connecticut Today" featured a chat with GOP State Rep. Doug Dubitsky about a controversial housing bill passed in Hartford the previous night (00:39). Hearst Connecticut Media senior columnist and editor Dan Haar chimed in on the biggest stories around the state, including the future of the WNBA's Connecticut Sun (08:31). CBS News Correspondent Taurean Small dropped by to talk about the ongoing tax and budget talks in D.C. that could affect thousands of Connecticut residents (19:16) Image Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Can We Stop Worshipping Harvard?

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Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 26:40


Host Paul Pacelli opened Tuesday's "Connecticut Today" wondering why Harvard University should not be penalized by the Trump White House for not properly dealing with campus anti-semitism (00:35). CBS News Senior White House Reporter Jennifer Jacobs also commented on the escalating battle between President Trump and Harvard  (15:37). Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio dropped by with her update on all the latest negotiations at the State Capitol (18:04) Image Credit: iStock Editorial / Getty Images Plus

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Interfering With Local Zoning Laws?

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Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 44:30


Host Paul Pacelli kicked off Thursday's "Connecticut Today" looking at a controversial proposal being debated in Hartford that would cripple the power of local planning and zoning commissions across the state (00:46). Yankee Institute for Public Policy head Carol Liebau (16:33) and East Haven GOP State Rep. Joe Zullo (23:05) also weighed in on House Bill 5002. CBS News Pentagon reporter Elanor Watson updated us on President Trump's acceptance of a jet from the Qatari government (31:01), while Discovery Institute Senior Fellow Scott Powell talked about our continued reliance on China for several minerals key to U.S. national defense (33:56) Image Credit: Getty Images / The Image Bank / Ryan McVay

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Loosening The State's Sports Gambling Rules?

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Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 35:16


Host Paul Pacelli started Wednesday's "Connecticut Today" looking at rumors of a change in the state's sports gambling regulations regarding betting on in-state colleges and universities (00:44). GOP State Sen. Ryan Fazio (15:11) and Hearst Connecticut Media senior columnist and editor Dan Haar (23:05) both weighed in on that possible gambling change as well. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi dropped by with the latest from D.C., including the GOP budget/tax bill and the proposed "Golden Dome" missile defense system (31:23) Image Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Decriminalizing "Magic Mushrooms?"

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Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 34:58


Host Paul Pacelli kicked-off Tuesday's "Connecticut Today" with word of a bill to decriminalize so-called "magic mushrooms" with the psychoactive ingredient psilocybin (00:39). National Taxpayers Union Foundation Executive Vice-President Joe Bishop-Henchman talked about the possible cost to Connecticut taxpayers if the 2017 Trump tax cuts are not renewed (15:41). Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio detailed a bill that would affect zoning regulations in Connecticut by controlling local parking spaces (24:44) Image Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus

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Help Renovating Clients Protect Their Real Estate Investment

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Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 15:25 Transcription Available


This episode of The Safety Series covers ways to help your remodeling clients protect both their physical and financial safety—while also maximizing their home renovation ROI. Host Tracey Hawkins and guests Brendon DeSimone and Blayne Pacelli discuss how real estate professionals can help their clients make smart home renovation decisions, which renovation mistakes to avoid, and vetting home contractors who can do the job right. They'll also explain how leveraging tools like NAR's Remodeling Impact Report can help you back up your advice with data.   Meet the Guests: Brendon DeSimone is an agent at Compass Connecticut in Greenwich, Conn. He's also a real estate investor and has bought and sold dozens of homes across multiple major markets. DeSimone was a top-producing agent in San Francisco before moving to the East Coast to sell real estate in New York and then Connecticut. Blayne Pacelli is an agent with Rodeo Realty in the Los Angeles area. With more than 20 years of experience in real estate, Pacelli has extensive experience working with clients on presale renovations and other value-driven remodeling projects. He is an avid sports fan whose passion is snowboarding.

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Former President Biden's Cancer Diagnosis

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Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 28:23


Host Paul Pacelli opened Monday's edition of "Connecticut Today" wondering about the timing and details regarding former President Joe Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis (00:32). CBS News Chief White House Correspondent Nancy Cordes joined us from Washington, D.C. on the former President's cancer diagnosis (15:22). GOP State Sen. Eric Berthel talked about the renewed the possibility of a regulated bear hunt finally coming to Connecticut (19:28) Image Credit: REUTERS

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Getting Closer To Bear Hunting In Connecticut?

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Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 26:22


Host Paul Pacelli kicked off Friday's "Connecticut Today" wondering if a controlled bear hunt - primarily in Litchfield County - is on the way from state officials (00:25). Quinnipiac University Assistant Professor of Journalism Nick Pietruszkiewicz discussed the renewed Baseball Hall of Fame arguments for Pete Rose and "Shoeless" Joe Jackson (15:14) Image Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Congress Needs To Get Younger

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Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 38:31


Host Paul Pacelli opened Thursday's edition of "Connecticut Today" highlighting two members of the state's U.S. House delegation that will reportedly run for re-election, despite calls from many fellow Democrats to appeal to younger voters (00:47). Sacred Heart University Political Science Professor and Scholar-in-Residence Dr. Gary Rose dropped by to chat about whether or not Gov. Ned Lamont will run for re-election next year (15:39). CBS News legal analyst Thane Rosenbaum (24:22) and Landmark Legal Foundation Vice-President of Legal Affairs Mike O'Neill (30:06) broke down today's U.S. Supreme Court arguments on possible limits to "Birthright Citizenship." Image Credit: Getty Images / Siri Stafford

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Why Is Chris Murphy Panicking?

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Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 30:13


Host Paul Pacelli kicked off Wednesday's edition of "Connecticut Today" wondering if Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy went a bit too far in recent criticism of President Trump (00:42). Hearst Connecticut Media senior editor and columnist Dan Haar discussed action at the State Capitol and a coming visit to Connecticut by former President Barack Obama (15:30). Connecticut Energy Marketers Association President Chris Herb updated us on energy and home heating/cooling issues in the current state budget talks (23:50) Image Credit: REUTERS

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - What Does "Connecticut Values" Really Mean?

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Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 41:16


Tuesday's "Connecticut Today" welcomed Connecticut Conference of Municipalities Executive Director and CEO Joe DeLong to discuss his recent op-ed critique of the phrase "Connecticut Values," used by Gov. Ned Lamont (00:50). GOP State Sen. Eric Berthel talked about Democrats deciding to back away from any new homeschooling legislation (10:20). Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio discussed a social media bill being considered by state lawmakers (16:53), while CBS News correspondent Aaron Navarro briefed us on President Trump's trip to the Middle East and his recently-issued drug pricing Executive Order (25:24). Host Paul Pacelli also had a few thoughts on state lawmakers threatening a Connecticut business (28:16) Image Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - An American Pope To Influence U.S. Immigration Policy?

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Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 37:19


Host Paul Pacelli opened a new week on "Connecticut Today" wondering if the recent election of Pope Leo XIV is a direct attempt by the Vatican to influence U.S. immigration policy (00:49). CTNewsJunkie columnist and Substack.com blogger Terry Cowgill talked about another controversy surrounding a high-ranking state official (14:47). University of New Haven Associate Professor of Accounting and Taxation Dr. James Mohs commented on the latest Trump White House tariff news concerning China (25:44). CBS News correspondent Olivia Rinaldi dropped by with the latest on the controversy over a reported gift of a jumbo jet from Qatar to President Trump (33:44) Image Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Get Beyond The Arrogance At The Capitol

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Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 36:07


Host Paul Pacelli kicked off Friday's "Connecticut Today" pointing out the arrogant disregard emanating from the State Capitol on the issue of transgender athletes in Connecticut (00:35). We heard from Family Institute of Connecticut Executive Director Peter Wolfgang (14:45) and Connecticut Catholic Conference Executive Director Chris Healy (19:57) on Pope Leo XIV's election. Former Bridgeport State Rep. Chris Caruso dropped by with his weekly update, including the latest on school funding (26:13) Image Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - The Election Of Pope Leo XIV

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Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 33:48


Thursday's "Connecticut Today" with host Paul Pacelli featured a visit from Sacred Heart University Associate Professor of Catholic Studies Dr. Dan Rober on the election of Pope Leo XIV, the first-ever American pontiff (00:39), while Paul also had his own thoughts on the new Pope (12:08). GOP State Rep. Greg Howard - a working law enforcement officer - returned to update us on a pending bill that would allow the possible destruction of ATVs, mini-bikes, and dirt bikes seized in street takeovers (25:19) Image Credit: REUTERS

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Another Connecticut Tax Hike?

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Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 43:01


Wednesday's mid-week edition of "Connecticut Today" featured our regular update with Hearst Connecticut Media senior columnist and editor Dan Haar, with fresh information on a possible capital gains tax surcharge for some upper income state residents (00:52). Sacred Heart University Center for Catholic Studies Director Dr. Michelle Loris discussed the start of the Conclave to elect the next Pope of the Catholic Church (09:40). Host Paul Pacelli opened the show wondering if state and national Democrats intend on keeping their heads in the sand regarding President Trump's appeal (18:38). Finally, we welcomed Paul Rice, author of, "Every Purchase Matters: How Fair Trade Farmers, Companies, and Consumers Are Changing the World" (32:39) Image Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - More Regulation For Connecticut Homeschooling?

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Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 47:40


Host Paul Pacelli kicked off Tuesday's "Connecticut Today" looking at the previous day's demonstration at the State Capitol regarding possible changes to homeschooling policies (00:48). Waterbury GOP State Rep. Lezlye Zupkus also weighed in on that demonstration (16:40). Columnist Chris Powell offered his thoughts on the homeschooling controversy, as well as a recent ICE arrest in Middletown (23:12). Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio dropped by to chat about the new "Blue Collar Caucus" (34:22), and we welcomed CBS News correspondent Linda Kenyon on a meeting at the White House between President Trump and new Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney (43:49) Image Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Criticizing A New Police Tool?

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Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 39:43


Host Paul Pacelli kicked off Monday's "Connecticut Today" talking about a new tool that's being used by local police to avoid high-speed chases, but is still being criticized by civil liberties groups. Is that criticism unfounded (00:46)? GOP State Sen. Rob Sampson talked about a hearing earlier in the day regarding homeschooling regulations in Connecticut (14:58). CTNewsJunkie columnist and Substack.com blogger Terry Cowgill on media personalities venturing into politics (24:26), while CBS News Washington correspondent Nikole Killian had the latest on the fate of the 2017 Trump tax cuts with the present Congress (36:24) Image Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - State Unemployment Benefits For Striking Workers?

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Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 44:33


Host Paul Pacelli opened Friday's "Connecticut Today" highlighting a proposal to give private sector striking workers access to state unemployment funds after 14 days on a picket line (00:50). University of New Haven economics Professor John Rosen talked about the state of the economy, tariffs, and the latest U.S. job numbers (14:53). Former Bridgeport Democratic State Rep. Chris Caruso dropped by with his weekly wrap-up, including a spotlight on parking issues (22:45). CBS News correspondent Aaron Navarro joined us with the latest from the White House (33:06). We also chatted with Boston Globe columnist Chad Finn, author of, "The Boston Globe Story of the Celtics: 1946-Present: The Inside Stories and Acclaimed Reporting on the NBA's Banner Franchise" (36:46) Image Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Hypocrisy On Connecticut Immigration Enforcement?

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Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 36:10


Host Paul Pacelli opened Thursday's "Connecticut Today" asking why - even when all their desires are met - state Democrats still lash out at ICE and immigration enforcement (00:46). "Only In Bridgeport" blogger Lennie Grimaldi talked about the latest Park City buzz, including a change on the Bridgeport City Council (15:08). CBS News military analyst and Retired U.S. Army Col. Jeff McCausland helped break down a reported mineral deal between the U.S. and Ukraine (24:32). Landmark Legal Foundation lawyer and analyst Mike O'Neill offered his thoughts on a key federal court ruling against the Trump White House (29:55) Image Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Is A Per-Mile Road Use Fee On The Way?

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 37:47


Host Paul Pacelli opened Wednesday's edition of "Connecticut Today" wondering if the General Assembly is about to open a legislative door to a possible "mileage-based user fee" to supplement or replace the state gasoline tax (00:47). Yankee Institute Labor Fellow Frank Ricci talked about former Connecticut State Colleges & Universities Chancellor Terrence Cheng stepping down, but still receiving a full year's pay (15:46). CBS News Legal Analyst Thane Rosenbaum dropped by with analysis on the latest legal twists in the ongoing Mahmoud Khalil case (23:33), while Hearst Connecticut Media senior editor and columnist Dan Haar updated us on the biggest statewide stories, including up-to-the-minute tax revenue figures (29:19) Image Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Chris Murphy Is Right On This One

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 31:22


Host Paul Pacelli opened Tuesday's edition of "Connecticut Today" citing recent statements by U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy on the recent record and current appeal of the Democratic Party (00:39). Yankee Institute columnist Meghan Portfolio offered her latest detailed analysis of state budget and employee raise proposals (15:10). Italian-American One Voice Coalition President Andre DiMino talked about possible Trump White House action regarding Columbus Day (24:08) Image Credit: REUTERS

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Are More Highway Speed Cameras On The Way?

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 46:07


Host Paul Pacelli ushered in a new week on "Connecticut Today" looking at a proposal to possibly increase the use of automated speed cameras on the state's major highways as soon as next year (00:57). Sacred Heart University Associate Professor of Catholic Studies Dr. Dan Rober talked about the upcoming conclave to select a new Pope (14:56). CTNewsJunkie columnist and Substack.com blogger Terry Cowgill dropped by to chat about President Trump and Connecticut Attorney General William Tong (26:07). Former University of New Haven Sports Information Director Eric McDowell talked about the passing of Bridgeport native and legendary Connecticut coach Frank "Porky" Vieira (35:40). CBS News Justice Correspondent Scott MacFarlane detailed the recent arrest of a Milwaukee judge in a controversial immigration case (43:15) Image Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus

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Charlie Woida, Head Strength Coach Pacelli Catholic

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 71:44


Send us a textCharlie Woida is a teacher and strength Coach at Pacelli Catholic School. His first two years he taught personal finance and entrepreneurial Development class, currently he teaches health and 3 weightroom classes; two fitness for life periods and 1 period of Advanced Strength and Conditioning. Prior to Pacelli Coach Woida was the director of Athletic Performance at St. Olaf College where he oversaw building a strength program from scratch. Woida was the director of performance for Olympic sports at the University of Montana taking over the position after 2 years as the Assistant Director. in his fourth year as director of athletic performance at the University of Montana. Two separate stints with the San Diego Padres and North Dakota State, along with stops at Minnesota, South Dakota State and Colorado State before joining the staff atMontana. Coach Woida initiated his career at the National Institute for Fitness and Sport as an intern in 2006, while  he worked with several teams at Indiana University-Purdue University of Indianapolis. Woida played baseball and football at Fergus Falls Community College and baseball at Division II Northern State in Aberdeen, S.D. He earned his bachelor's degree in fitness management in 2006 and his master's in exercise science from NDSU in 2008.https://youtube.com/@platesandpancakes4593https://instagram.com/voodoo4power?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=https://voodoo4ranch.com/To possibly be a guest or support the show email Voodoo4ranch@gmail.comhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/voodoo4ranch

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Dictating To Insurance Companies On Dog Breeds?

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 38:14


Friday's "Connecticut Today" with host Paul Pacelli looked at a proposed bill in Hartford that would prevent so-called "discrimination" by insurance companies aimed at certain dog breeds (00:46). Former Bridgeport Democratic State Rep. Chris Caruso dropped by with his weekly recap, including sad news about the passing of a well-known Bridgeport personality (14:45). Greenwich GOP State Sen. Ryan Fazio talked about proposed state income tax increases aimed at high-income earners and households, many in his district (27:35). CBS News Correspondent Linda Kenyon called in to talk about the latest White House signals regarding the ongoing war in Ukraine (35:11) Image Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Whose Side Is The "Environmental Lobby" Really On?

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 41:33


Host Paul Pacelli wondered out loud - after seeing opposition at the State Capitol to lower electric bills - if the so-called local "environmentalists" actually want higher energy bills for state consumers (00:46). Wilton Republican Registrar of Voters Annalisa Stravato talked about recent comments made by Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas regarding a Trump White House voting proposal (14:46). "Only In Bridgeport" blogger Lennie Grimaldi dropped by with all the latest Park City buzz (24:36), while CBS News legal analyst Thane Rosenbaum broke down two major legal battles still dogging the Trump White House (34:42) Image Credit: Peter Muller / Getty Images

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - The Fairfield County ATM ... Again?

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 34:39


Host Paul Pacelli opened Wednesday's "Connecticut Today" commenting on a Tax Day proposal from General Assembly Democrats to hike taxes on many upper-income earners (00:45). Hearst Connecticut Media Senior Editor and Columnist Dan Haar chatted with us about energy policy and a controversy surrounding Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas (13:51). CBS News correspondent Olivia Rinaldi joined us from Washington, D.C. with the latest legal news surrounding the Trump White House (23:53), while Landmark Legal Foundation attorney Mike O'Neill analyzed today's declaration from a federal judge to possibly hold the Trump White House in contempt in a controversial immigration case (26:55) Image Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Do Connecticut Prison Text Messages Cost Too Much?

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 39:38


Host Paul Pacelli kicked off "Connecticut Today" with his view that the $3.5 million spent yearly on text messaging for prison inmates is well worth it and should be maintained and not eliminated (00:43). Connecticut Inside Investigator reporter Marc Fitch dropped by to chat about a proposed "soda and sweetened beverage tax" being considered at the State Capitol (15:57). Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio talked about "Tax Day 2025" in Connecticut (24:28). We also heard from CBS News legal analyst Thane Rosenbaum on two key legal actions facing the Trump White House (34:16) Image Credit: REUTERS

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Higher Taxes To Pay For School Meals In Connecticut?

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 34:03


Host Paul Pacelli opened a new week on "Connecticut Today" talking about a proposed tax on sweetened beverages to help pay for universal school breakfasts and lunches in Connecticut (00:47). Commuter advocate and columnist Jim Cameron dropped by with his thoughts on the current Avelo Airlines controversy and the airline's agreement to fly some future deportation flights for the Trump White House (14:21). GOP State Sen. Eric Berthel also offered some thoughts on the criticism directed at Avelo Airlines from majority Democrats in Hartford (23:00). CBS News political reporter Taurean Small updated us on the latest Trump tariff news from the White House (30:28) Image Credit: REUTERS

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Can Sen. Chris Murphy Win The White House In 2028?

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 23:37


Host Paul Pacelli kicked off Friday's edition of "Connecticut Today" wondering just how good Sen. Chris Murphy's chances might be if he launched a 2028 White House run (00:27). Former Bridgeport Democratic State Rep. Chris Caruso also joined us to talk about his nearly fatal recent battle with norovirus (13:47) Image Credit: REUTERS

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - More Drama From The Bridgeport City Council

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 39:35


Thursday's "Connecticut Today" with host Paul Pacelli featured our weekly check-in with "Only In Bridgeport" blogger Lennie Grimaldi on calls for a member of the Bridgeport City Council to step down (00:34). Both Paul (11:46) and Trumbull GOP State Rep. Dave Rutigliano (25:56) talked about the pressure being brought to bear on Avelo Airlines by some state officials. CBS News reporter Stacy Lyn updated us on the latest White House tariff news (36:33) Image Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Is There A Push To Ground Avelo?

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 28:17


Wednesday's "Connecticut Today" featured host Paul Pacelli wondering out loud if some state lawmakers are trying to put Avelo Airlines out of business, due to their impending contract with the federal government for migrant deportation flights (00:46). Yankee Institute for Public Policy President Carol Liebau joined us to talk about Gov. Ned Lamont's support for a controversial so-called "Warehouse Bill" (09:11). Hearst Connecticut Media Senior Editor and Columnist Dan Haar chatted with us about a possible gubernatorial candidate navigating the Trump White House policies (15:42), while CBS News reporter Linda Kenyon at the White House updated us on the latest tariff twists and turns (25:03) Image Credit: iStock Editorial / Getty Images Plus

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Should Local Politicians Criticize A Private Business?

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 27:03


Host Paul Pacelli kicked off Tuesday's "Connecticut Today" with his thoughts on public statements from New Haven Mayor Justin Elicker and State Attorney General William Tong regarding Avelo Airlines' agreement with the federal government for deportation flights (00:43). Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio talked about a proposal to spend millions of dollars on early childhood education and care (14:32). CBS News Correspondent Aaron Navarro dropped by to talk about the latest news surrounding the Trump White House tariffs (24:07) Image Credit: iStock Editorial / Getty Images Plus

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Maybe Connecticut Is Out Of Touch?

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 39:02


Host Paul Pacelli ushered in a new week on Monday's "Connecticut Today" wondering if the anti-Trump protesters all across the state the previous weekend were out of synch with the rest of the country (00:35). CBS News reporter Zak Hudak (15:15) and University of New Haven Finance Lecturer David Sacco (19:40) both shared their thoughts on the impending Trump White House tariffs. CTNewsJunkie columnist and Substack blogger Terry Cowgill dropped by with his take on the rising profile of CT Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy (28:31) Image Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - More Scrutiny For The Bridgeport Board Of Education

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 17:36


Host Paul Pacelli welcomed former Bridgeport State Rep. Chris Caruso to Friday's "Connecticut Today" with his thoughts on a continuing state probe into the practices and finances of the Bridgeport Board of Education (00:32). University of New Haven Associate Professor of Finance Dr. Demissew Ejara talked about the markets' reaction to the implementation of new trade tariffs by the Trump White House (10:08) Image Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - A Tariff Disaster Or Master Stroke?

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 40:14


Thursday's "Connecticut Today" with host Paul Pacelli took calls and texts regarding a big wave of tariffs announced by the Trump White House that critics say could crash the economy, while supporters say such a move is long overdue (00:51). University of New Haven Associate Professor of Accounting and Taxation Dr. James Mohs discussed those tariffs, emphasizing that they're likely part of far bigger negotiations (15:09). Connecticut Police Chiefs Association President and Meriden Police Chief Roberto Rosado discussed changes he'd like to see made to some of the state's marijuana laws (22:35), while "Only In Bridgeport" blogger Lennie Grimaldi talked about Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim's current budget proposal and the latest news on the city's board of education (30:28) Image Credit: REUTERS

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Getting Tougher On Connecticut's Roads?

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 33:04


Host Paul Pacelli kicked off Wednesday's midweek "Connecticut Today" by looking at proposals in Hartford to deal with more possible "street takeovers" during the coming warmer months (00:35). Blogger Chris Powell had some tough words for the state's T.V. news operations and how they're covering the Waterbury home imprisonment case (14:58). Hearst Connecticut Media senior editor and columnist Dan Haar joined us to chat about a possible multi-billion-dollar rate increase request from Eversource (22:56) Image Credit: REUTERS