Toys are occasionally marketed to "children of all ages." In recent years, market research has shown the number of toy-buyers over 12 years old is growing. The demographic, sometimes called "kidults," now comprises a quarter of the annual toy retail market, and an impressive 60% of the market’s growth in the last year, according to market research company NPD Group. Dr. Kathy Hirsh-Pasek, a professor of psychology at Temple University, discusses why familiar toys might appeal to us today, and the links between how we played as children and how we socialize now. Plus, one California-based slime-maker is raking in millions from children and adults alike. There's even one slime product called "Clay-Doh." What toy from your childhood still sparks joy? Connecticut Public staffers and listeners respond. GUESTS:  Dr. Kathy Hirsh-Pasek: Professor of Psychology, Temple University; Senior Fellow, Brookings Institution Olivya Soth: Co-Owner, OG Slimes  Cat Pastor contributed to this show which originally aired March 3, 2023.Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Toys are occasionally marketed to "children of all ages." In recent years, market research has shown the number of toy-buyers over 12 years old is growing. The demographic, sometimes called "kidults," now comprises a quarter of the annual toy retail market, and an impressive 60% of the market’s growth in the last year, according to market research company <a href="https://www.npd.com/news/blog/2022/current-state-of-the-global-toys-industry/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">NPD Group</a>. Dr. Kathy Hirsh-Pasek, a professor of psychology at Temple University, discusses why familiar toys might appeal to us today, and the links between how we played as children and how we socialize now. Plus, one California-based slime-maker is raking in millions from children and adults alike. There's even one slime product called <a href="https://ogslimes.com/products/clay-doh-g" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">"Clay-Doh."</a> What toy from your childhood still sparks joy? Connecticut Public staffers and listeners respond. GUESTS: <ul> <li><a href="https://kathyhirshpasek.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dr. Kathy Hirsh-Pasek:</a> Professor of Psychology, Temple University; Senior Fellow, Brookings Institution</li> <li>Olivya Soth: Co-Owner, <a href="https://ogslimes.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">OG Slimes</a></li> </ul> Cat Pastor contributed to this show which originally aired <a href="https://www.ctpublic.org/show/where-we-live/2023-03-03/forever-young-the-rise-of-the-kidults" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">March 3, 2023.</a><a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Forever young: The rise of the 'kidults'

A Pew survey from 2018 estimated 13% of adults consult tarot card readers, astrologers or "fortune-tellers." But more recent market research shows sales for tarot card decks and psychic services are growing. This hour, we explore the art of divination and "card-pulling" in Connecticut. Hear from professional tarot reader Afton Jacobs-Williams, AKA Monty's Tarot Child. Plus, Chelsea Granger is a multidisciplinary artist who co-created Dirt Gems, a plant-themed oracle deck. But first, hear more about the origins of tarot or "tarrochi." We preview some of the research going on at the Beinecke Rare Book &amp; Manuscript Library, home to some of the oldest existing tarot cards. GUESTS:  Timothy Young: Curator, Beinecke Rare Book &amp; Manuscript Library Afton Williams-Jacobs: Monty's Tarot Child; Tarot Reader, Tea &amp; Tarot Chelsea Granger: Multidisciplinary Artist; Co-Creator, Dirt Gems Plant Oracle Card Deck &amp; Guidebook  Cat Pastor contributed to this show which originally aired June 1, 2023.Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A <a href="https://www.pewresearch.org/topic/religion/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pew survey from 2018</a> estimated 13% of adults consult tarot card readers, astrologers or "fortune-tellers." But <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2022/11/10/2553276/0/en/The-Global-Tarot-Cards-Market-is-expected-to-grow-by-214-34-mn-during-2022-2026-accelerating-at-a-CAGR-of-3-11-during-the-forecast-period.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more recent market research</a> shows sales for tarot card decks and psychic services are growing. This hour, we explore the art of divination and "card-pulling" in Connecticut. Hear from professional tarot reader Afton Jacobs-Williams, AKA Monty's Tarot Child. Plus, Chelsea Granger is a multidisciplinary artist who co-created <a href="https://www.thedirtgems.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dirt Gems</a>, a plant-themed oracle deck<a href="https://www.ctpublic.org/show/seasoned/2023-04-19/putting-the-tea-in-communi-tea" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">.</a> But first, hear more about the origins of tarot or "tarrochi." We preview some of the research going on at the Beinecke Rare Book &amp; Manuscript Library, home to some of <a href="https://collections.library.yale.edu/catalog/2002878" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the oldest existing tarot cards</a>. GUESTS: <ul> <li><a href="https://beinecke.library.yale.edu/about/staff/timothy-young" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Timothy Young:</a> Curator, Beinecke Rare Book &amp; Manuscript Library</li> <li><a href="https://www.aftonelizabethh.com/about" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Afton Williams-Jacobs:</a> Monty's Tarot Child; Tarot Reader, Tea &amp; Tarot</li> <li><a href="https://www.chelseagranger.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Chelsea Granger:</a> Multidisciplinary Artist; Co-Creator, <a href="https://www.thedirtgems.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dirt Gems</a> Plant Oracle Card Deck &amp; Guidebook</li> </ul> Cat Pastor contributed to this show which originally aired <a href="https://www.ctpublic.org/show/where-we-live/2023-06-01/cups-discs-wands-and-swords-tarot-and-divination-in-connecticut" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">June 1, 2023.</a><a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Cups, discs, wands and swords: Tarot and 'divination' in Connecticut

Since the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan nearly two years ago, roughly 80,000 refugees have resettled in the country. According to the Connecticut Department of Social Services, "over 1,300 parolees, refugees, and Special Immigrant Visa Holders from Afghanistan have resettled in Connecticut since 2021." The New Haven-based non-profit, Integrated Refugee &amp; Immigrant Services, or IRIS, recently opened a satellite office in Hartford to help meet the needs of the roughly 250 clients they serve in the area, many of whom recently left Afghanistan. This hour, we hear from two people making the Hartford area a new home. Plus, IRIS' soon-to-depart executive director Chris George joins us in-studio. For many refugees and immigrants, food is a love language that carries memory and tradition, while connecting people and building community. Chefs with Afghan roots at Sanctuary Kitchen, a New Haven-based non-profit, describe the power of food. GUESTS:  Asadullah Jalal: West Hartford Resident Hamid Hemat: Fellow Curator, Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art Chris George: Executive Director, Integrated Refugee &amp; Immigrant Services (IRIS) Susan Schnitzer, President and CEO of Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants (CIRI) Caroline Sennett: Director, CIRI's Immigration Legal Services Program Naseema Gilson: Program Director, Sanctuary Kitchen Homa Assadi: Chef, Sanctuary Kitchen Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan nearly two years ago, roughly 80,000 refugees have resettled in the country. According to the Connecticut Department of Social Services, "over 1,300 parolees, refugees, and Special Immigrant Visa Holders from Afghanistan have resettled in Connecticut since 2021." The New Haven-based non-profit, Integrated Refugee &amp; Immigrant Services, or IRIS, recently <a href="https://www.courant.com/2023/07/24/iris-opens-new-hartford-office-serving-refugees-this-is-the-best-thing-we-do-as-a-country/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">opened a satellite office in Hartford</a> to help meet the needs of the roughly 250 clients they serve in the area, many of whom recently left Afghanistan. This hour, we hear from two people making the Hartford area a new home. Plus, IRIS' <a href="https://www.nhregister.com/news/article/iris-executive-director-chris-george-steps-down-18127445.php" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">soon-to-depart executive director</a> Chris George joins us in-studio. For many refugees and immigrants, food is a love language that carries memory and tradition, while connecting people and building community. Chefs with Afghan roots at Sanctuary Kitchen, a New Haven-based non-profit, describe the power of food. GUESTS: <ul> <li>Asadullah Jalal: West Hartford Resident</li> <li>Hamid Hemat: Fellow Curator, <a href="https://www.thewadsworth.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art</a></li> <li>Chris George: Executive Director, <a href="https://www.irisct.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Integrated Refugee &amp; Immigrant Services (IRIS)</a></li> <li>Susan Schnitzer, President and CEO of <a href="https://cirict.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants (CIRI)</a></li> <li>Caroline Sennett: Director, CIRI's Immigration Legal Services Program</li> <li>Naseema Gilson: Program Director, <a href="http://www.sanctuarykitchen.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sanctuary Kitchen</a></li> <li>Homa Assadi: Chef, Sanctuary Kitchen</li> </ul><a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Over 1,300 people from Afghanistan have resettled in CT since 2021. What resources are needed now?

For some, gardening can act as a love letter to our family history. The act of cultivating the same plants and herbs that your grandmother, or great grandmother might have grown, can keep us connected to our roots. It can also serve as a reminder of what people needed to do in order to survive - through history and the present. The act of gardening goes beyond working with the soil in our own backyards. Today, we hear from Phou Vongkhamdy. He is the Rhode Island State Conservationist and he is also a refugee from Laos. He was raised on a family farm growing rice, tobacco, silkworms, sugar cane, and vegetables. And later, we listen back to a Connecticut Museum of Culture and History conversation with gardeners in the AAPI community; a conversation called “Heritage Roots.” Each panelist spoke about what it means to be able to grow plants and seeds from their culture, and learn how they're using their gardens to stay connected to their heritage. GUESTS:  Phou Vongkhamdy: Rhode Island State Conservationist Vicheth Im: organic farmer and homesteader in Preston, Mao Yang: member of Hmong Foundation of Connecticut May Choua Yang: member of Hmong Foundation of Connecticut Christine Kim: co-founder of aapiNHV Hien Nguyen: member of APAC Asian Pacific American Coalition of Connecticut  Where We Live is available as a podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, TuneIn, Listen Notes, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an episode. Cat Pastor contributed to this show which originally aired July 7, 2023.Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For some, gardening can act as a love letter to our family history. The act of cultivating the same plants and herbs that your grandmother, or great grandmother might have grown, can keep us connected to our roots. It can also serve as a reminder of what people needed to do in order to survive - through history and the present. The act of gardening goes beyond working with the soil in our own backyards. Today, we hear from Phou Vongkhamdy. He is the Rhode Island State Conservationist and he is also a refugee from Laos. He was raised on a family farm growing rice, tobacco, silkworms, sugar cane, and vegetables. And later, we listen back to a Connecticut Museum of Culture and History conversation with gardeners in the AAPI community; <a href="https://chs.org/event/roots/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">a conversation called “Heritage Roots.”</a> Each panelist spoke about what it means to be able to grow plants and seeds from their culture, and learn how they're using their gardens to stay connected to their heritage. GUESTS: <ul> <li>Phou Vongkhamdy: <a href="https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/contact/state-office-contacts/rhode-island-state-office" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rhode Island State Conservationist</a></li> <li>Vicheth Im: organic farmer and homesteader in Preston,</li> <li>Mao Yang: member of <a href="https://www.hmongfoundationct.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hmong Foundation of Connecticut</a></li> <li>May Choua Yang: member of Hmong Foundation of Connecticut</li> <li>Christine Kim: co-founder of <a href="https://aapinhv.squarespace.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">aapiNHV</a></li> <li>Hien Nguyen: member of <a href="https://ctapac.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">APAC Asian Pacific American Coalition of Connecticut</a></li> </ul> Where We Live is available as a podcast on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/where-we-live/id706066099" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts,</a> <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0j08SgnZIU5BmjDyHbgjgP" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cub21ueWNvbnRlbnQuY29tL2QvcGxheWxpc3QvYWMwYmU5NjktZDdkZi00NjBjLWE2NmMtYTZmOTAwZTFlYmQxL2VhY2I0ZTJmLTFiM2ItNGEyZC1hM2Y3LWE5ZmIwMDYxODYyMC8xNTgwZWM0Yi1kZTM1LTQ4ZmUtOTViNi1hOWZiMDA2MTg2MjAvcG9kY2FzdC5yc3M" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/43f3a507-ebfa-4876-b34a-030759a8924c/where-we-live" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a>, <a href="https://tunein.com/podcasts/Government/Where-We-Live-p1207905/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TuneIn</a>, <a href="https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/where-we-live-connecticut-public-radio-lz9NAwSEexh/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Listen Notes,</a> or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an episode. Cat Pastor contributed to this show which originally aired <a href="https://www.ctpublic.org/show/where-we-live/2023-07-07/exploring-gardening-and-farming-in-the-aapi-community" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">July 7, 2023.</a><a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Exploring gardening and farming in the AAPI community

Wine country is often associated with California valleys, like Napa or Sonoma. There’s also a lesser-known wine country in Connecticut, made up of some 45 licensed farm wineries. This hour, we explore the flavors of New England with food journalist Leeanne Griffin, and wine expert and writer Anne Feiring. Plus, we hear from local vineyards, and discuss the role of "agritourism" in Connecticut. We preview the state's Passport to Wine Country program, spotlighting the 30-plus wineries in the state using at least one-quarter Connecticut-grown fruits in their product. GUESTS:  Anne Feiring: Journalist and Writer; Author, The Feiring Line Leeanne Griffin: Food and Consumer Reporter, Hearst Connecticut Ryan Winiarski: Owner, Priam Vineyards Patty Rowan: Winery Manager, Hopkins Vineyard Bryan Hurlburt: Commissioner, Connecticut Department of Agriculture Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wine country is often associated with California valleys, like Napa or Sonoma. There’s also a lesser-known wine country in Connecticut, made up of some 45 licensed farm wineries. This hour, we explore the flavors of New England with food journalist Leeanne Griffin, and wine expert and writer Anne Feiring. Plus, we hear from local vineyards, and discuss the role of "agritourism" in Connecticut. We preview the state's <a href="https://ctwine.com/events/passport/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Passport to Wine Country program</a>, spotlighting the 30-plus wineries in the state using at least one-quarter Connecticut-grown fruits in their product. GUESTS: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/alice.feiring/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Anne Feiring:</a> Journalist and Writer; Author, <a href="https://thefeiringline.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Feiring Line</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.ctinsider.com/author/leeanne-griffin/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Leeanne Griffin:</a> Food and Consumer Reporter, Hearst Connecticut</li> <li>Ryan Winiarski: Owner, Priam Vineyards</li> <li>Patty Rowan: Winery Manager, Hopkins Vineyard</li> <li>Bryan Hurlburt: Commissioner, Connecticut Department of Agriculture</li> </ul><a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Exploring Connecticut Wine Country

Jellyfish or simply “jellies” have been around for more than 500 million years. That means, jellies were here before dinosaurs! This resilient species has a simple, but astounding makeup. Jellies don’t have a brain or a heart. They have a single cavity for eating and expelling waste. This hour, we learn about the jellies off Long Island Sound and how climate change affects their population. Have you seen any jellies on the coast of Connecticut? Their population is growing, creating consequences for our ecosystem here at home. With only a handful of species that prey on them, jelly blooms can be a real problem—impacting species around Long Island Sound, including the seafood industry. We’ll also talk about what to do if you come across one of these ethereal creatures and are stung. A spoiler alert for our listeners: don't do what you saw on Friends! What questions do you have about the jellies off our coastline? GUESTS:  David Cochran: Director of Fish and Invertebrates, Mystic Aquarium Rachel Stein: Associate Director of Animal Husbandry, Maritime Aquarium  Sarah Battistini: Water Safety Coordinator at the Connecticut Department of Energy &amp; Environmental Protection  Dive into all of the nautical themed stories airing this week on Connecticut Public's original talk shows by visiting ctpublic.org/nautiweek.Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jellyfish or simply “jellies” <a href="https://www.osc.org/are-jellyfish-older-than-dinosaurs/#:~:text=Jellyfish%20have%20been%20around%20for,jellyfish%20fossils%20are%20incredibly%20rare" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">have been around for more than 500 million years.</a> That means, jellies were here before dinosaurs! This resilient species has a simple, but astounding makeup. Jellies don’t have a brain or a heart. They have a single cavity for eating and expelling waste. This hour, we learn about the jellies off Long Island Sound and how climate change affects their population. <a href="https://www.ctinsider.com/fairfield/article/Fairfield-warns-swimmers-to-be-aware-of-jellyfish-17316794.php" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Have you seen any jellies on the coast of Connecticut?</a> Their population is growing, creating consequences for<a href="https://oceans.ubc.ca/2022/11/03/climate-change-may-mean-more-jellyfish-in-our-oceans/#:~:text=Jellyfish%20can%20also%20be%20very%20beneficial%20when%20it%20comes%20to%20climate%20change.&amp;text=Carbon%20dioxide%20in%20the%20atmosphere,sediment%20or%20in%20deep%20water." rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> our ecosystem</a> here at home. With only a handful of species that prey on them, jelly blooms can be a real problem—impacting species around Long Island Sound, including the seafood industry. We’ll also talk about what to do <a href="https://www.connecticutchildrens.org/health-library/en/parents/jellyfish/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">if you come across one of these ethereal creatures and are stung.</a> A spoiler alert for our listeners: <a href="https://youtu.be/rpFqyWChCYw?t=45" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">don't </a><a href="https://youtu.be/rpFqyWChCYw?t=45" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">do what you saw on Friends!</a> What questions do you have about the jellies off our coastline? GUESTS: <ul> <li>David Cochran: Director of Fish and Invertebrates, <a href="https://www.mysticaquarium.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mystic Aquarium</a></li> <li>Rachel Stein: Associate Director of Animal Husbandry, <a href="https://www.maritimeaquarium.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Maritime Aquarium</a> </li> <li>Sarah Battistini: Water Safety Coordinator at the Connecticut Department of Energy &amp; Environmental Protection</li> </ul> Dive into all of the nautical themed stories airing this week on Connecticut Public's original talk shows by visiting <a href="http://ctpublic.org/nautiweek" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ctpublic.org/nautiweek</a>.<a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Exploring sea jellies on Connecticut's coastline and beyond

Sturgeon have existed for millions of years. These prehistoric fish, often described as "hardy" and "charismatic," are largely endangered. Atlantic sturgeon were thought to have disappeared from the Connecticut River. In 2014, local researchers with the state discovered a hatchling Atlantic sturgeon up-river, marking the first time they'd seen this species alongside its river-faring cousin, short-nosed sturgeon. This hour, Jacque Benway and Tom Savoy join us to discuss their sturgeon-focused research. Plus, the Maritime Aquarium recently opened a "touch tank" where the public can interact with Atlantic and lake sturgeon. GUESTS:  Jacque Benway: Biologist, Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection’s Fisheries Division Tom Savoy: Sturgeon Monitoring Program, Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Tom Naiman: Vice President of Education, Maritime Aquarium  Dive into all of the nautical-themed stories airing this week on Connecticut Public's original talk shows by visiting ctpublic.org/nautiweek.Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sturgeon have existed for millions of years. These prehistoric fish, often described as "hardy" and "charismatic," are largely endangered. Atlantic sturgeon were thought to have disappeared from the Connecticut River. In 2014, local researchers with the state discovered a hatchling Atlantic sturgeon up-river, marking the first time they'd seen this species alongside its river-faring cousin, short-nosed sturgeon. This hour, Jacque Benway and Tom Savoy join us to discuss their sturgeon-focused research. Plus, the Maritime Aquarium recently opened <a href="https://www.maritimeaquarium.org/sturgeon-touch-tank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">a "touch tank"</a> where the public can interact with Atlantic and lake sturgeon. GUESTS: <ul> <li>Jacque Benway: Biologist, Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection’s Fisheries Division</li> <li>Tom Savoy: Sturgeon Monitoring Program, Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection</li> <li>Tom Naiman: Vice President of Education, <a href="https://www.maritimeaquarium.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Maritime Aquarium</a></li> </ul> Dive into all of the nautical-themed stories airing this week on Connecticut Public's original talk shows by visiting <a href="http://ctpublic.org/nautiweek" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ctpublic.org/nautiweek</a>.<a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Endangered sturgeon stage return to the Connecticut River

Diamondback terrapins, a species of small turtle along the coastline and marsh of Long Island Sound were once near extinction, but they’ve made a great comeback in our state. This special species was once hunted to make turtle soup, to the point that there were no terrapins left in Sound. Now that hunting the terrapins has become illegal, they have started to return. This tenacious little guy is the only turtle that lives in brackish waters - a mix of fresh and saltwater. And we are right in the middle of their migratory season. This is the time when they are especially vulnerable to being run over when they cross the road. Preserving their population is no easy task. Nature centers around our state are looking for volunteers and citizen scientists to help track the local terrapin population in our state. Have you seen a terrapin where you live? GUESTS:  Jenny Hall: senior aquarist at the Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk Tim Abbott: Manager of High School and Adult Science Education at Soundwaters in Stamford, Connecticut Mike Ravesi: Wildlife Biologist and Herpetologist at the Connecticut Department of Environmental and Energy Protection  Dive into all of the nautical themed stories airing this week on Connecticut Public's original talk shows by visiting ctpublic.org/nautiweek.Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Diamondback terrapins, a species of small turtle along the coastline and marsh of <a href="https://soundwaters.org/the-tasmanian-tiger-and-the-terrapin/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Long Island Sound were once near extinction, but they’ve made a great comeback in our state.</a> This special species was <a href="http://wildlifeofct.com/northern%20diamondback%20terrapin.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">once hunted to make turtle soup,</a> to the point that there were no terrapins left in Sound. Now that hunting the terrapins has become illegal, they have started to return. <a href="https://longislandsoundstudy.net/2022/05/diamondback-terrapin-sound-fact/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">This tenacious little guy is the only turtle that lives in brackish waters - a mix of fresh and saltwater.</a> And we are right in the middle of their migratory season. This is the time when they are especially vulnerable to being run over when they cross the road. Preserving their population is no easy task. <a href="https://www.nhregister.com/news/article/CT-project-aims-to-help-turtles-safely-cross-roads-17029520.php" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nature centers around our state are looking for volunteers and citizen scientists to help track the local terrapin population in our state.</a> Have you seen a terrapin where you live? GUESTS: <ul> <li>Jenny Hall: senior aquarist at the <a href="https://www.maritimeaquarium.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Maritime Aquarium</a> in Norwalk</li> <li>Tim Abbott: Manager of High School and Adult Science Education at <a href="https://soundwaters.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Soundwaters</a> in Stamford, Connecticut</li> <li>Mike Ravesi: Wildlife Biologist and Herpetologist at the <a href="https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/Wildlife/Fact-Sheets/Diamondback-Terrapin" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connecticut Department of Environmental and Energy Protection</a></li> </ul> Dive into all of the nautical themed stories airing this week on Connecticut Public's original talk shows by visiting <a href="http://ctpublic.org/nautiweek" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ctpublic.org/nautiweek</a>.<a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Diamondback Terrapins are the gem of all turtles

Just off the coast, in Long Island Sound and Narragansett Bay, northern star coral flourishes. Scientists where we live hope this could be good news for its tropical relatives, increasingly threatened by warming waters. Clusters of this native coral, also known as Astrangia poculata, are being studied for their ability to survive winter through dormancy and thrive through what might be considered bleaching in more tropical regions. Researchers along the coast of New England formed the Temperate Coral Research Group to focus on this species and the insights it may offer on climate resilience. This hour, we hear from them. Plus, Long Island Soundkeeper Bill Lucey helps us kick off NautiWeek at Connecticut Public, offering the latest on warming in the Sound, his priorities and concerns. GUESTS:  Bill Lucey: Long Island Soundkeeper, Save the Sound Sean Grace: Marine Ecologist; Professor of Biology, Southern Connecticut State University; Co-Director, Werth Center for Coastal and Marine Studies  Koty Sharp: Associate Professor of Biology, Marine Biology &amp; Environmental Science at Roger Williams University Amy Apprill: Associate Scientist, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution  Dive into all of the nautical-themed stories airing this week on Connecticut Public's original talk shows by visiting ctpublic.org/nautiweek.Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just off the coast, in Long Island Sound and Narragansett Bay, northern star coral flourishes. Scientists where we live hope this could be good news for its tropical relatives, <a href="https://www.npr.org/2023/07/26/1190218132/florida-ocean-temperatures-101-marine-life-damage" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">increasingly threatened</a> by warming waters. Clusters of this native coral, also known as Astrangia poculata, are being studied for their ability to survive winter through dormancy and thrive through what might be considered bleaching in more tropical regions. Researchers along the coast of New England formed the <a href="https://sites.bu.edu/astrangia/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Temperate Coral Research Group</a> to focus on this species and the insights it may offer on climate resilience. This hour, we hear from them. Plus, Long Island Soundkeeper Bill Lucey helps us kick off NautiWeek at Connecticut Public, offering the latest on warming in the Sound, his priorities and concerns. GUESTS: <ul> <li>Bill Lucey: Long Island Soundkeeper, <a href="https://www.savethesound.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Save the Sound</a></li> <li>Sean Grace: Marine Ecologist; Professor of Biology, Southern Connecticut State University; Co-Director, <a href="https://www.southernct.edu/ccms" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Werth Center for Coastal and Marine Studies </a></li> <li>Koty Sharp: Associate Professor of Biology, Marine Biology &amp; Environmental Science at Roger Williams University</li> <li>Amy Apprill: Associate Scientist, <a href="https://www.whoi.edu/who-we-are/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution</a></li> </ul> Dive into all of the nautical-themed stories airing this week on Connecticut Public's original talk shows by visiting <a href="http://ctpublic.org/nautiweek" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ctpublic.org/nautiweek</a>.<a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Connecticut coral could play a key role in climate resilience

In 1999 the Columbine shooting shook the country and made everyone aware of the threat of gun violence in schools. As a result, schools made the effort to implement lockdown procedures as a way to keep students and staff safe. But with the rates of shootings only continuing to rise, these threats of mass shootings are feeling too real and the lockdowns that were meant to keep students safe, are instead inflicting trauma. So what is going on in these lockdowns that are causing negative impacts and a decline in mental health? Today we look at what is happening inside the school walls during these lockdowns and what it is doing to our students. A common solution that many schools have turned to is School Resource Officers or SROs. What do you think should be done to protect our schools while minimizing trauma?  Mo Canady: Executive Director of National Association of School Resource Officers Kate Dias: President of Connecticut Education Association and High School Math teacher in Manchester School District David J Schonfeld: Director, National Center for School Crisis and Bereavement at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 1999 the Columbine shooting shook the country and made everyone aware of the threat of gun violence in schools. As a result, schools made the effort to implement <a href="https://www.adt.com/resources/school-lockdown-procedures" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lockdown procedures as a way to keep students and staff safe.</a> But with the rates of shootings only continuing to rise, these threats of mass shootings are feeling too real and <a href="https://www.ctpublic.org/news/2021-12-06/developing-investigations-of-school-threats-prompt-lockdowns-closures-across-conn" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the lockdowns that were meant to keep students safe, are instead inflicting trauma</a>. So what is going on in these lockdowns that are causing<a href="https://www.cnn.com/2019/04/19/health/school-threats-lockdown-effects/index.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> negative impacts and a decline in mental health?</a> Today we look at what is happening inside the school walls during these lockdowns and what it is doing to our students. A common solution that many schools have turned to is School Resource Officers or SROs. What do you think should be done to protect our schools while minimizing trauma? <ul> <li>Mo Canady: Executive Director of National Association of School Resource Officers</li> <li>Kate Dias: President of Connecticut Education Association and High School Math teacher in Manchester School District</li> <li>David J Schonfeld: Director, National Center for School Crisis and Bereavement at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles</li> </ul><a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Feeling safe or creating trauma? How lockdown drills are impacting our schools

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.

Endometriosis is one of the most common diseases affecting those with uteruses. Despite its prevalence, proper diagnosis can take up to ten years, leaving many suffering without support or treatment. State Representative Jillian Gilchrest recently launched a legislative working group to advocate for better research and education policies across Connecticut. Arleigh Cole is a local public educator, and a member of the endometriosis working group. Plus, we hear from Shannon Cohn, a filmmaker and public advocate for endometriosis awareness. She discusses her new documentary Below the Belt, and her efforts to educate medical and school professionals about the condition through her organization Endo What? GUESTS:  Jillian Gilchrest: Connecticut State Representative; Co-Chair, Connecticut Reproductive Rights Caucus; Chair, Endometriosis Working Group Arleigh Cole: Endometriosis Public Educator, via her Instagram @Missendostood Halley Terrell: Licensed Clinical Social Worker; Life Coach Shannon Cohn: Director, Below the Belt and Endo What? Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Endometriosis is one of the most common diseases affecting those with uteruses. Despite its prevalence, proper diagnosis can take up to ten years, leaving many suffering without support or treatment. State Representative Jillian Gilchrest recently launched a <a href="https://www.housedems.ct.gov/Endo" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">legislative working group </a>to advocate for better research and education policies across Connecticut. Arleigh Cole is a local public educator, and a member of the endometriosis working group. Plus, we hear from Shannon Cohn, a filmmaker and public advocate for endometriosis awareness. She discusses her new documentary <a href="https://www.belowthebelt.film/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Below the Belt</a>, and her efforts to educate medical and school professionals about the condition through her organization <a href="https://endowhat.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Endo What?</a> GUESTS: <ul> <li>Jillian Gilchrest: Connecticut State Representative; Co-Chair, Connecticut Reproductive Rights Caucus; Chair, <a href="https://www.housedems.ct.gov/Endo" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Endometriosis Working Group</a></li> <li>Arleigh Cole: Endometriosis Public Educator, via her Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/missendostood/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@Missendostood</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.endofound.org/-/halley-ceglia-terrell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Halley Terrell:</a> Licensed Clinical Social Worker; Life Coach</li> <li>Shannon Cohn: Director, <a href="https://www.belowthebelt.film/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Below the Belt</a> and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=85is8LGVZXM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Endo What?</a></li> </ul><a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

'Not all in your head': Examining endometriosis

Chasten Buttigieg

Author and teacher Chasten Buttigieg joins us to discuss his book. He is the husband of 2020 presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg in 2018. His book, I Have to Tell You Something, was originally published in 2020 and has since been rewritten and republished as I Have to Tell You Something - For Young Adults. He joins us for a conversation over Zoom to talk about his book and his message to LGBTQ youth. Plus, Tess Terrible guest-hosts a conversation with Willie Mae Brown, the author of a new book My Selma: True Stories of a Southern Childhood at the Height of the Civil Rights Movement. The book, written for young adults, reflects on her time growing up in Alabama and how the civil rights era shaped her coming of age. She shares her message for the next generation of activists. GUEST:  Chasten Buttigieg: Author of I Have to Tell You Something, teacher, and advocate Willie Mae Brown: author and visual artist. She recently published her first book, My Selma: True Stories of a Southern Childhood at the Height of the Civil Rights Movement.  Cat Pastor contributed to this conversation which originally aired February 2 and June 16.Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Author and teacher Chasten Buttigieg joins us to discuss his book. He is the husband of 2020 presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg in 2018. His book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Have-Something-Tell-You-Memoir-ebook/dp/B088FZMGK1?ref_=ast_author_mpb" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">I Have to Tell You Something</a>, was originally published in 2020 and has since been rewritten and republished as <a href="https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/I-Have-Something-to-Tell-You-For-Young-Adults/Chasten-Buttigieg/9781665904377" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">I Have to Tell You Something - For Young Adults.</a> He joins us for a conversation over Zoom to talk about his book and his message to LGBTQ youth. Plus, Tess Terrible guest-hosts a conversation with Willie Mae Brown, the author of a new book <a href="https://us.macmillan.com/books/9780374390235/myselma" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">My Selma: True Stories of a Southern Childhood at the Height of the Civil Rights Movement</a>. The book, written for young adults, reflects on her time growing up in Alabama and how the civil rights era shaped her coming of age. She shares her message for the next generation of activists. GUEST: <ul> <li>Chasten Buttigieg: Author of I Have to Tell You Something, teacher, and advocate</li> <li>Willie Mae Brown: author and visual artist. She recently published her first book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/My-Selma-Southern-Childhood-Movement/dp/0374390231" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">My Selma: True Stories of a Southern Childhood at the Height of the Civil Rights Movement.</a></li> </ul> Cat Pastor contributed to this conversation which originally aired <a href="https://www.ctpublic.org/show/where-we-live/2023-02-02/author-willie-mae-brown-on-her-new-book-my-selma-true-stories-of-a-southern-childhood" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">February 2</a> and <a href="https://www.ctpublic.org/show/where-we-live/2023-06-16/unpacking-the-debate-around-lgbtq-studies-in-secondary-and-elementary-schools" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">June 16</a>.<a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Revisiting author chats with Chasten Buttigieg and Willie Mae Brown

Connecticut author and lawyer Anne Howard is known for her work writing true crime, but her recent book is a departure from her prior work. Today, we talk about her new book that she worked to translate, entitled Escape from Mariupol: A Survivor's True Story. Anne first met Adoriana Marik through mutual friends. They exchanged letters, and Adoriana sent her hand-drawn cards and other artwork over the years. When the war in Ukraine broke out, Anne was desperate to contact Adoriana to hear that she was safe. What followed was a months-long exchange and a collaborative effort to write a book about her experience. Adoriana suffers from many symptoms of PTSD. Due to this and a language barrier, Adoriana will not be joining us this hour, but here to tell us about her story, is Anne Howard. Plus, Joan Donovan is the Research Director of the Shorenstein Center on Media, Politics and Public Policy and author of the book Meme Wars: The Untold Story of the Online Battles Upending Democracy in America. Donovan discusses talk the evolution of memes as political devices, and how they shaped the far right. GUEST:  Anne Howard: co-author and translator of Escape from Mariupol: A Survivor's True Story Askold Melnyczuk: English professor at University of Massachusetts, Boston and author Joan Donovan: Research Director for the Shorenstein Center on Media, Politics and Public Policy at Harvard University and author of the book Meme Wars: The Untold Story of the Online Battles Upending Democracy in America  Cat Pastor contributed to this episode which originally aired on February 13 and March 23.Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

<a href="https://wildbluepress.com/anne-k-howard-author-bio/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connecticut author and lawyer Anne Howard</a> is known for her work writing true crime, but her recent book is a departure from her prior work. Today, we talk about her new book that she worked to translate, entitled <a href="https://www.amazon.com/ESCAPE-MARIUPOL-Survivors-True-Story-ebook/dp/B0BN2DBLPK#:~:text=Award%2DWinning%20ESCAPE%20FROM%20MARIUPOL,MARIUPOL%20is%20an%20important%20book." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Escape from Mariupol: A Survivor's True Story.</a> Anne first met Adoriana Marik through mutual friends. They exchanged letters, and Adoriana sent her hand-drawn cards and other artwork over the years. When the war in Ukraine broke out, Anne was desperate to contact Adoriana to hear that she was safe. What followed was a months-long exchange and a collaborative effort to write a book about her experience. Adoriana suffers from many symptoms of PTSD. Due to this and a language barrier, Adoriana will not be joining us this hour, but here to tell us about her story, is Anne Howard. Plus, Joan Donovan is the Research Director of the Shorenstein Center on Media, Politics and Public Policy and author of the book <a href="https://www.hks.harvard.edu/publications/meme-wars-untold-story-online-battles-upending-democracy-america" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Meme Wars: The Untold Story of the Online Battles Upending Democracy in America.</a> Donovan discusses talk the evolution of memes as political devices, and how they shaped the far right. GUEST: <ul> <li>Anne Howard: co-author and translator of <a href="https://wildbluepress.com/escape-from-mariupol-howard/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Escape from Mariupol: A Survivor's True Story</a></li> <li>Askold Melnyczuk: English professor at University of Massachusetts, Boston and author</li> <li>Joan Donovan: Research Director for the Shorenstein Center on Media, Politics and Public Policy at Harvard University and author of the book <a href="https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/meme-wars-9781635578638/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Meme Wars: The Untold Story of the Online Battles Upending Democracy in America</a></li> </ul> Cat Pastor contributed to this episode which originally aired on <a href="https://www.ctpublic.org/show/where-we-live/2023-02-13/the-evolution-of-memes-and-how-theyve-shape-political-dialogue" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">February 13</a> and <a href="https://www.ctpublic.org/show/where-we-live/2023-03-24/connecticut-author-helps-to-translate-the-harrowing-accounts-of-a-ukrainian-refugee" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">March 23</a>.<a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Connecticut author helps to translate the harrowing accounts of a Ukrainian refugee

Aisha Harris

Aisha Harris, co-host for NPR’s Pop Culture Hour, is out with a new book titled Wannabe: Reckonings With The Pop Culture That Shapes Me. Harris explores how early influences and cultural tropes shape her role today as critic, including her upbringing in Connecticut. Today, she joins us for the hour. Plus, we learn ways to slow down the fast fashion cycle. Lucianne Tonti, a fashion consultant and author of the new book Sundressed: Natural Fibres and the Future of Fashion joins us. GUESTS:  Aisha Harris: Co-Host, NPR's Pop Culture Hour; Author, Wannabe: Reckonings with the Pop Culture That Shapes Me Lucianne Tonti: Fashion Consultant; Author, Sundressed: Natural Fibres and the Future of Fashion  Cat Pastor contributed to this episode which originally aired on June 15, 2023.Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aisha Harris, co-host for NPR’s <a href="https://www.npr.org/podcasts/510282/pop-culture-happy-hour" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pop Culture Hour</a>, is out with a new book titled <a href="https://www.harpercollins.com/products/wannabe-aisha-harris?variant=40679574437922" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wannabe: Reckonings With The Pop Culture That Shapes Me.</a> Harris explores how early influences and cultural tropes shape her role today as critic, including her upbringing in Connecticut. Today, she joins us for the hour. Plus, we learn ways to slow down the fast fashion cycle. Lucianne Tonti, a fashion consultant and author of the new book <a href="https://www.blackincbooks.com.au/books/sundressed" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sundressed: Natural Fibres and the Future of Fashion</a> joins us. GUESTS: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.npr.org/people/912788259/aisha-harris" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Aisha Harris:</a> Co-Host, NPR's Pop Culture Hour; Author, Wannabe: Reckonings with the Pop Culture That Shapes Me</li> <li>Lucianne Tonti: Fashion Consultant; Author, <a href="https://www.blackincbooks.com.au/books/sundressed" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sundressed: Natural Fibres and the Future of Fashion</a></li> </ul> Cat Pastor contributed to this episode which originally aired on <a href="https://www.ctpublic.org/show/where-we-live/2023-06-15/nprs-aisha-harris-on-reckonings-with-the-pop-culture-that-shapes-me" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">June 15, 2023</a>.<a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

NPR's Aisha Harris on 'Reckonings with the Pop Culture That Shapes Me'

R.F. Kuang

R.F. Kuang's works of historical fantasy, including The Poppy War series, have been racking up awards since she began publishing in 2018. Her novel Babel recently won the prestigious Nebula Award for science fiction and fantasy writers. The same day, her latest book Yellowface debuted. It is Kuang's fifth novel, and a shift from fantasy to literary fiction. The satirical thriller takes on the commercial publishing world, and through it, "questions of diversity, racism, and cultural appropriation." Not to mention, "the terrifying alienation of social media." This hour, R.F. Kuang joins us. Minor spoilers lie ahead... GUESTS:  R.F. Kuang: Author, Yellowface; Babel; The Poppy War Trilogy  Cat Pastor contributed to this episode which originally aired May 18, 2023.Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

R.F. Kuang's works of historical fantasy, including The Poppy War series, have been racking up awards since she began publishing in 2018. Her novel Babel recently won the prestigious Nebula Award for science fiction and fantasy writers. The same day, her latest book <a href="https://www.harpercollins.com/products/yellowface-r-f-kuang?variant=40985522831394" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Yellowface</a> debuted. It is Kuang's fifth novel, and a shift from fantasy to literary fiction. The satirical thriller takes on the commercial publishing world, and through it, "questions of diversity, racism, and cultural appropriation." Not to mention, "the terrifying alienation of social media." This hour, R.F. Kuang joins us. Minor spoilers lie ahead... GUESTS: <ul> <li><a href="https://rfkuang.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">R.F. Kuang:</a> Author, Yellowface; Babel; The Poppy War Trilogy</li> </ul> Cat Pastor contributed to this episode which originally aired <a href="https://www.ctpublic.org/show/where-we-live/2023-05-18/r-f-kuangs-satirical-thriller-yellowface-tackles-ethics-in-authorship" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">May 18, 2023</a>.<a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

R.F. Kuang's satirical thriller 'Yellowface' tackles ethics in authorship

After collecting oral histories from generations of women in her family in "My Little Red Book," Rachel Kauder Nalebuff created Our Red Book, an extended project reflecting the experience of people of all races, ages and genders around the world. But there’s so much stigma and misinformation around periods. This hour, three Connecticut-based contributors featured in her book join us, breaking down this bloody topic. GUESTS:  Rachel Kauder Nalebuff: Editor, Our Red Book Michelle Memran: Documentary Filmmaker Kica Matos: New Haven-based Immigration Rights Activist and Organizer Axel Gay: Teen Writer  Cat Pastor contributed to this show which originally aired March 10, 2023.Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After collecting oral histories from generations of women in her family in "My Little Red Book," Rachel Kauder Nalebuff created <a href="https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Our-Red-Book/Rachel-Kauder-Nalebuff/9781982168650" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Our Red Book</a>, an extended project reflecting the experience of people of all races, ages and genders around the world. But there’s so much stigma and misinformation around periods. This hour, three Connecticut-based contributors featured in her book join us, breaking down this bloody topic. GUESTS: <ul> <li>Rachel Kauder Nalebuff: Editor, Our Red Book</li> <li>Michelle Memran: Documentary Filmmaker</li> <li>Kica Matos: New Haven-based Immigration Rights Activist and Organizer</li> <li>Axel Gay: Teen Writer</li> </ul> Cat Pastor contributed to this show which originally aired <a href="https://www.ctpublic.org/show/where-we-live/2023-03-10/our-red-book-everyone-has-a-period-story" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">March 10, 2023.</a><a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

'Our Red Book': Everyone has a period story

Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh have estimated that more than half of wheelchairs break down in a typical six-month period. Many Connecticut residents say those repairs can take months. This hour, we hear from local advocates about a recently-formed legislative task force, and their goals for next session. In particular, they hope to study and set limits on repair turnaround times. UPitt researcher Dr. Lynn Woroby also shares her findings on the frequency of wheelchair breakdowns. Plus, how does private equity impact health care? Private Equity Stakeholder Project is a nonprofit watchdog organization investigating this question. Eileen O'Grady joins us. GUESTS:  Jonathan Sigworth: Member, CT Wheelchair Reform Coalition; Member, State Independent Living Council; Consumer Spokesperson, Wheelchair Task Force; Co-Founder, Co-CEO and President, More Than Walking Farrah Garland: Member, CT Wheelchair Reform Coalition; Member, State Independent Living Council Eileen O'Grady: Research and Campaign Manager, Private Equity Stakeholder Project Lynn Woroby: Research Assistant Professor, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Pittsburgh  Where We Live is available as a podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, TuneIn, Listen Notes, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an epiSupport the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh have estimated that <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33845000/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more than half</a> of wheelchairs break down in a typical six-month period. Many Connecticut residents say those repairs can take months. This hour, we hear from local advocates about a recently-formed legislative task force, and their goals for next session. In particular, they hope to study and set limits on repair turnaround times. UPitt researcher Dr. Lynn Woroby also shares her findings on the frequency of wheelchair breakdowns. Plus, how does private equity impact health care? Private Equity Stakeholder Project is a nonprofit watchdog organization investigating this question. Eileen O'Grady joins us. GUESTS: <ul> <li>Jonathan Sigworth: Member, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/wheelchairreform." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CT Wheelchair Reform Coalition</a>; Member, State Independent Living Council; Consumer Spokesperson, Wheelchair Task Force; Co-Founder, Co-CEO and President, <a href="https://www.morethanwalking.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">More Than Walking</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.workshark.me/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Farrah Garland:</a> Member, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/wheelchairreform." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CT Wheelchair Reform Coalition</a>; Member, State Independent Living Council</li> <li><a href="http://www.narpa.org/bios/ogrady" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Eileen O'Grady:</a> Research and Campaign Manager, <a href="https://pestakeholder.org/about-us/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Private Equity Stakeholder Project</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.rehabmedicine.pitt.edu/people/ant-51" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lynn Woroby:</a> Research Assistant Professor, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Pittsburgh</li> </ul> Where We Live is available as a podcast on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/where-we-live/id706066099" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts,</a> <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0j08SgnZIU5BmjDyHbgjgP" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cub21ueWNvbnRlbnQuY29tL2QvcGxheWxpc3QvYWMwYmU5NjktZDdkZi00NjBjLWE2NmMtYTZmOTAwZTFlYmQxL2VhY2I0ZTJmLTFiM2ItNGEyZC1hM2Y3LWE5ZmIwMDYxODYyMC8xNTgwZWM0Yi1kZTM1LTQ4ZmUtOTViNi1hOWZiMDA2MTg2MjAvcG9kY2FzdC5yc3M" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/43f3a507-ebfa-4876-b34a-030759a8924c/where-we-live" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a>, <a href="https://tunein.com/podcasts/Government/Where-We-Live-p1207905/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TuneIn</a>, <a href="https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/where-we-live-connecticut-public-radio-lz9NAwSEexh/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Listen Notes,</a> or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an epi<a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Wheelchair repairs can take months: What local advocates are doing to change that

Are you finally reading that bestseller that’s been collecting dust on your nightstand? Are you revisiting a dog-eared old favorite? If you're reading poolside, beachside or from your favorite park bench, we want to hear from you because today is Where We Live's Summer Reading Show! If you don't know what to read this summer, we've got you covered. Whether you’re looking for a new fiction to thrill you, or a memoir to inspire you, we have reading recommendations to make the most of these long summer days. And the benefits of summer reading for children are numerous. Studies show that not only does reading help with preventing summer learning loss, but help with social-emotional reading. We'll hear from two children's librarians in our state. Buckle in as we dive into the best books of the summer. Tell us what you're reading! GUESTS:  Mary Parmelee: Director of Youth Services at The Westport Library Kym Powe: Children and YA Consultant for the Connecticut State Library Mandy Dorso: Bookstore Manager, Atticus Books in New Haven Khamani Harrison: Owner of Key Bookstore in Hartford Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you finally reading that bestseller that’s been collecting dust on your nightstand? Are you revisiting a dog-eared old favorite? If you're reading poolside, beachside or from your favorite park bench, we want to hear from you because today is Where We Live's Summer Reading Show! If you don't know what to read this summer, we've got you covered. Whether you’re looking for a new fiction to thrill you, or a memoir to inspire you, we have reading recommendations to make the most of these long summer days. And the benefits of summer reading for children are numerous. Studies show that not only does reading help with preventing summer learning loss, but help with social-emotional reading. We'll hear from two children's librarians in our state. Buckle in as we dive into the best books of the summer. Tell us what you're reading! GUESTS: <ul> <li>Mary Parmelee: Director of Youth Services at <a href="https://westportlibrary.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Westport Library</a></li> <li>Kym Powe: Children and YA Consultant for the <a href="https://ctstatelibrary.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connecticut State Library</a></li> <li>Mandy Dorso: Bookstore Manager, <a href="https://atticusnhv.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Atticus Books in New Haven</a></li> <li>Khamani Harrison: Owner of <a href="https://bookshop.org/shop/keybookstore" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Key Bookstore in Hartford</a></li> </ul><a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

A midsummer reading show

Across Connecticut's thousands of farms, spanning nearly 400,000 acres, the average age of farmers just under the national average at 58. Over 90% of senior Connecticut farmers don’t have a younger person tapped to take the reins, according to an American Farmland Trust study. This hour, we dig into local and federal efforts to support new and young farmers with New Connecticut Farmers Alliance President Liz Guerra. Plus, federal policy reporter Lisa Hagen has the latest on the 2023 farm bill. We also spoke with Commissioner Bryan Hurlburt, who stressed the need for stability and funding "safety nets" for farmers in the state, particularly during "a year like this year where you had a moderate winter, two pretty dramatic frost events, a drought" and, most recently, a flood. RELATED: Liz Guerra and her husband Héctor Gerardo were recently interviewed for a series about Connecticut's BIPOC farmers and efforts to diversify the state's population of farmers, which is 98% white. Later, we'll learn more about 4-H, a nonprofit at the heart of harvest festivals where we live. Matthew Syrotiak, a 4-H alum, now works on a family farm. We hear from the "G.O.A.T. of goats." GUESTS:  Lisa Hagen: Federal Policy Reporter, Connecticut Public and the Connecticut Mirror Liz Guerra: President, New Connecticut Farmer Alliance; Owner-Operator, SEAmarron Farmstead in Danbury Mary Claire Whelan: Coordinator, New Connecticut Farmer Alliance Bryan Hurlburt: Commissioner, Connecticut Department of Agriculture Matthew Syrotiak: 4-H Alumni; Dairy Farmer Jen Cushman: 4-H Program Leader, UConn Extension  Where We Live is available as a podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, TuneIn, Listen Notes, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an episode.Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Across Connecticut's thousands of farms, spanning nearly 400,000 acres, the average age of farmers just under the national average at 58. Over 90% of senior Connecticut farmers don’t have a younger person tapped to take the reins, according to <a href="https://portal.ct.gov/-/media/DOAG/Farmland_Preservation_/2022/Farmland-Needed---How-Connecticut-Can-Help-Farmers-Access-the-Land-They-Need-to-Succeed.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">an American Farmland Trust study.</a> This hour, we dig into local and federal efforts to support new and young farmers with New Connecticut Farmers Alliance President Liz Guerra. Plus, federal policy reporter Lisa Hagen has the latest on the <a href="https://ctmirror.org/2023/06/04/farm-bill-2023-ct-farmers-land-access-climate-change/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">2023 farm bill.</a> We also spoke with Commissioner Bryan Hurlburt, who stressed the need for stability and funding "safety nets" for farmers in the state, particularly during "a year like this year where you had a moderate winter, two pretty dramatic frost events, a drought" and, <a href="https://www.ctpublic.org/news/2023-07-12/as-connecticut-river-overflows-from-heavy-rain-nearby-farms-are-getting-flooded" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">most recently, a flood.</a> <a href="https://www.ctpublic.org/news/2022-06-06/less-than-2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RELATED: </a><a href="https://www.ctpublic.org/news/2022-06-06/less-than-2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Liz Guerra and her husband Héctor Gerardo were recently interviewed for a series about Connecticut's BIPOC farmers and efforts to diversify the state's population of farmers, which is 98% white.</a> Later, we'll learn more about <a href="https://4-h.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">4-H</a>, a nonprofit at the heart of harvest festivals where we live. Matthew Syrotiak, a 4-H alum, now works on a family farm. We hear from the <a href="https://today.uconn.edu/2022/03/the-g-o-a-t-of-goats/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">"G.O.A.T. of goats."</a> GUESTS: <ul> <li><a href="https://ctmirror.org/author/lhagen/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lisa Hagen:</a> Federal Policy Reporter, Connecticut Public and the Connecticut Mirror</li> <li>Liz Guerra: President, <a href="https://www.newctfarmers.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">New Connecticut Farmer Alliance</a>; Owner-Operator, SEAmarron Farmstead in Danbury</li> <li>Mary Claire Whelan: Coordinator, New Connecticut Farmer Alliance</li> <li>Bryan Hurlburt: Commissioner, Connecticut Department of Agriculture</li> <li>Matthew Syrotiak: 4-H Alumni; Dairy Farmer</li> <li>Jen Cushman: 4-H Program Leader, UConn Extension</li> </ul> Where We Live is available as a podcast on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/the-wheelhouse/id1123069986" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts,</a> <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0rdTqFfVu8e6TKMa5lWXsI" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cub21ueWNvbnRlbnQuY29tL2QvcGxheWxpc3QvYWMwYmU5NjktZDdkZi00NjBjLWE2NmMtYTZmOTAwZTFlYmQxLzI1M2YwNjY4LTA0NjMtNGFiNC04ZWIzLWE5ZmIwMDRjOTdlNy8wOTUwNDBkZS1hZjMyLTQ1Y2UtOTkwZi1hOWZiMDA0Yzk3ZjUvcG9kY2FzdC5yc3M" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/dd73c297-450d-4ea5-bb0b-64131d617ee0/the-wheelhouse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a>, <a href="https://tunein.com/podcasts/Government/The-Wheelhouse-p1207903/?topicId=264709829" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TuneIn</a>, <a href="https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/the-wheelhouse-connecticut-public-radio-mxksbjc_iJI/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Listen Notes</a>, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an episode.<a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Seeding the next generation of farmers in Connecticut

Extreme heat can leave us feeling exhausted after doing the most basic activities of daily living like getting groceries or commuting to work. Low air quality can leave many with sore throats and runny eyes. And researchers say the health side effects can be much more dire, worsening respiratory and cardiac health. Today, we explore the real health impacts of climate change and how you should prepare. New research is showing that climate change isn’t just impacting our physical health, but our mental health as well. Many young people struggle with eco-anxiety or climate anxiety; this is “broadly defined as negative cognitive, emotional, and behavioral responses associated with concerns about climate change.” Each community in Connecticut is being impacted by climate change in unique ways. How is climate change impacting you, where you live? GUESTS:  Anne Hulick: Connecticut Director, Clean Water Action State Senator Saud Anwar: 3rd State Senate District representing East Hartford, East Windsor, Ellington and South Windsor Dr. Joshua Wortzel: chair of the American Psychiatric Association’s committee on climate change and mental health Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Extreme heat can leave us feeling exhausted after doing the most basic activities of daily living like getting groceries or commuting to work. Low air quality can leave many with sore throats and runny eyes. And researchers say the <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/climateandhealth/effects/default.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">health side effects can be much more dire, worsening respiratory and cardiac health.</a> Today, we explore the real health impacts of climate change and <a href="https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/climate-change-and-health" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">how you should prepare.</a> New research is showing that climate change isn’t just impacting our physical health, but our mental health as well. Many young people struggle with eco-anxiety or climate anxiety; this is <a href="https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s12144-022-02735-6#:~:text=Abstract,with%20concerns%20about%20climate%20change." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">“broadly defined as negative cognitive, emotional, and behavioral responses associated with concerns about climate change.”</a> <a href="https://ctmirror.org/2022/09/25/heat-affects-health-overlooked-outcome-of-climate-change-health-connecticut/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Each community in Connecticut is being impacted by climate change in unique ways.</a> How is climate change impacting you, where you live? GUESTS: <ul> <li>Anne Hulick: Connecticut Director, <a href="https://cleanwater.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Clean Water Action</a></li> <li>State Senator Saud Anwar: <a href="http://www.senatedems.ct.gov/anwar" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">3rd State Senate District</a> representing East Hartford, East Windsor, Ellington and South Windsor</li> <li>Dr. Joshua Wortzel: chair of the <a href="https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/climate-change-and-mental-health-connections" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">American Psychiatric Association’s committee on climate change and mental health</a></li> </ul><a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Understanding how climate change is impacting our health and wellbeing (and what you can do about it)

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Produced by Connecticut Public, '<a href="https://www.ctpublic.org/show/where-we-live/about" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Where We Live'</a> 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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Last month, the Connecticut Department of Labor received more than 300,000 unemployment claims. Last week, Governor Ned Lamont announced the formation of a multi-state council to get people back to work and restore the economy. This hour, we’re speaking with Governor Lamont to understand just what this means. What will easing COVID-19 restrictions look like? Later, we will hear from the Connecticut Department of Labor Deputy Commissioner Daryle Dudzinski on how those claims are being processed.  We want to hear from you. What questions do you have for Governor Lamont, and Commissioner Daryle Dudzinski? GUESTS  Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont (@GovNedLamont) Deputy Commisoner Daryle Dudzinski - Connecticut Department of Labor (@CTDOL) Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last month, the Connecticut Department of Labor received more than 300,000 unemployment claims. Last week, Governor Ned Lamont announced the formation of a multi-state council to get people back to work and restore the economy. This hour, we’re speaking with Governor Lamont to understand just what this means. What will easing COVID-19 restrictions look like? Later, we will hear from the Connecticut Department of Labor Deputy Commissioner Daryle Dudzinski on how those claims are being processed.  We want to hear from you. What questions do you have for Governor Lamont, and Commissioner Daryle Dudzinski? GUESTS <ul> <li>Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont (<a href="https://twitter.com/GovNedLamont" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@GovNedLamont</a>)</li> <li>Deputy Commisoner Daryle Dudzinski - Connecticut Department of Labor <a href="https://twitter.com/ctdol?lang=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">(</a><a href="https://twitter.com/ctdol?lang=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@CTDOL)</a></li> </ul><a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

When Can We Go Back To Work?

Memorial Day is a day of remembrance and a day to acknowledge those who serve our country. This hour, what is it like to serve in the military during the coronavirus? How are those deployed, and their families navigating the pandemic? Later, Commissioner Katie Dykes from the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection joins us to discuss how to stay safe if you are heading to the shore this weekend. What does social distancing at the beach look like? Some beaches are open to residents only, and the Governor is only allowing gatherings of five. How are you spending the holiday weekend? We want to hear from you. GUESTS:  Captain Jamie Cuticello - Domestic Operations Officer in the Army National Guard  Commissioner Katie Dykes - Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (@CTDEEPNews) Eileen Banisch - Executive Director, Madison Chamber of Commerce (@MadisonCityCoC) Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Memorial Day is a day of remembrance and a day to acknowledge those who serve our country. This hour, what is it like to serve in the military during the coronavirus? How are those deployed, and their families navigating the pandemic? Later, Commissioner Katie Dykes from the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection joins us to discuss how to stay safe if you are heading to the shore this weekend. What does social distancing at the beach look like? Some beaches are open to residents only, and the Governor is only allowing gatherings of five. How are you spending the holiday weekend? We want to hear from you. GUESTS: <ul> <li>Captain Jamie Cuticello - Domestic Operations Officer in the Army National Guard </li> <li>Commissioner Katie Dykes - Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (<a href="https://twitter.com/CTDEEPNews" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@CTDEEPNews</a>)</li> <li>Eileen Banisch - Executive Director, Madison Chamber of Commerce (<a href="https://twitter.com/MadisonCityCoC" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@MadisonCityCoC</a>)</li> </ul><a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

A Meaningful (Socially Distant) Memorial Day Weekend

Daycares have continued to stay open throughout the quarantine, but many parents have opted to keep their children at home. When Connecticut starts to open up this week and more parents head back to work, many will need childcare. This hour, how are daycares taking care of kids in a pandemic? Later, going to camp can be the highlight of any child’s summer. How will Connecticut summer camps operate this season? Coming up, Beth Bye, the state’s Early Childhood Commissioner joins us. What questions do you have about sending your child to daycare or summer camp? We want to hear from you. GUESTS:  Commissioner Beth Bye - Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (@CT_OEC) Keith Garbart - Camp Director at Winding Trails  Elissha Park - Preschool teacher at Educational Playcare Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daycares have continued to stay open throughout the quarantine, but many parents have opted to keep their children at home. When Connecticut starts to open up this week and more parents head back to work, many will need childcare. This hour, how are daycares taking care of kids in a pandemic? Later, going to camp can be the highlight of any child’s summer. How will Connecticut summer camps operate this season? Coming up, Beth Bye, the state’s Early Childhood Commissioner joins us. What questions do you have about sending your child to daycare or summer camp? We want to hear from you. GUESTS: <ul> <li>Commissioner Beth Bye - Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (<a href="https://twitter.com/CT_OEC" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@CT_OEC</a>)</li> <li>Keith Garbart - Camp Director at Winding Trails </li> <li>Elissha Park - Preschool teacher at Educational Playcare</li> </ul><a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Reopening Connecticut Brings Looming Childcare Crisis

How often do you buy new clothing? Stores like H&amp;M and Forever 21 sell new styles at low prices, making it easy to constantly update your wardrobe. But, this hour: the environmental and social costs of "fast fashion".  From unsafe garment factories to pollution in rivers, we hear about impacts of the fashion industry from journalist Jasmin Malik Chua. We’ll also talk about overlooked ways to extend the life cycle of your clothes, from buying used -- even to learning basic sewing skills. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. GUESTS:  Jasmin Malik Chua - Sustainable fashion journalist (@jasminchua) Sue Murphy - Family and Consumer Science teacher at The Morgan School in Clinton, CT Phil Guerette - Store manager at Savers in Manchester, Connecticut Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How often do you buy new clothing? Stores like H&amp;M and Forever 21 sell new styles at low prices, making it easy to constantly update your wardrobe. But, this hour: the environmental and social costs of "<a href="https://www.vox.com/the-goods/2020/2/3/21080364/fast-fashion-h-and-m-zara" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">fast fashion</a>".  From <a href="https://www.vox.com/2018/2/27/17016704/living-wage-clothing-factories" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">unsafe garment factories</a> to <a href="https://fashionista.com/2019/10/greta-thunberg-shirts-merch-climate-change" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">pollution in rivers</a>, we hear about impacts of the fashion industry from journalist Jasmin Malik Chua. We’ll also talk about overlooked ways to extend the life cycle of your clothes, from buying used -- even to learning basic sewing skills. Join the conversation on <a href="http://facebook.com/wherewelive" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://twitter.com/wherewelive" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. GUESTS: <ul> <li>Jasmin Malik Chua -<a href="http://www.jasminchua.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Sustainable fashion journalist</a> (<a href="https://twitter.com/jasminchua" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@jasminchua</a>)</li> <li>Sue Murphy - Family and Consumer Science teacher at<a href="https://morgan.clintonpublic.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Morgan School in Clinton</a>, CT</li> <li>Phil Guerette - Store manager at <a href="https://stores.savers.com/ct/manchester/savers-thrift-store-1147.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Savers in Manchester, Connecticut</a></li> </ul><a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

The Hidden Costs Of 'Fast Fashion'

Charlie Nardozzi

Spring is here! We might not be able to leave our homes, but this shouldn’t stop us from getting outside. Throughout history, many have turned to gardening during times of crisis. This hour, Charlie Nardozzi from Connecticut Garden Journal is joining to answer all your gardening questions. Whether you are just purchasing your first seed packet, or you’re adding another set of raised beds to your thriving vegetable garden, we want to hear from you.  GUEST: Charlie Nardozzi - Horticulturist, author, and host of the Connecticut Garden Journal, which airs Thursdays on Connecticut Public Radio at 8:58pm and Saturdays at 11:57am (@charlienardozzi)Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spring is here! We might not be able to leave our homes, but this shouldn’t stop us from getting outside. Throughout history, many have turned to gardening during times of crisis. This hour, Charlie Nardozzi from Connecticut Garden Journal is joining to answer all your gardening questions. Whether you are just purchasing your first seed packet, or you’re adding another set of raised beds to your thriving vegetable garden, we want to hear from you.  GUEST: Charlie Nardozzi - Horticulturist, author, and host of the <a href="https://www.wnpr.org/term/connecticut-garden-journal" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connecticut Garden Journal</a>, which airs Thursdays on Connecticut Public Radio at 8:58pm and Saturdays at 11:57am (<a href="https://twitter.com/charlienardozzi" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@charlienardozzi</a>)<a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

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Donald Collins first told his mom he was transgender when he was a senior in high school. His mother wasn’t totally sure what the word transgender even meant. From there, they began a difficult emotional journey as Donald began his transition. This hour, we sit down with Donald and his mother, Mary Collins. They have written about their experience in the book At the Broken Places: A Mother and Trans Son Pick Up the Pieces. We ask them how they rebuilt their relationship and what lessons they hope to share with other families. Have you or a loved one come out as transgender? We want to hear from you. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. GUESTS:  Mary Collins - a writer and professor of nonfiction writing at Central Connecticut State University Donald Collins - a 26-year old graduate student living in California, and a trans advocate an educator  Chion Wolf contributed to this show, which originally aired on May 21, 2019.Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Collins first told his mom he was transgender when he was a senior in high school. His mother wasn’t totally sure what the word transgender even meant. From there, they began a difficult emotional journey as Donald began his transition. This hour, we sit down with Donald and his mother, Mary Collins. They have written about their experience in the book <a href="https://www.amazon.com/At-Broken-Places-Addressing-Movement/dp/0807088358" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">At the Broken Places: A Mother and Trans Son Pick Up the Pieces</a>. We ask them how they rebuilt their relationship and what lessons they hope to share with other families. Have you or a loved one come out as transgender? We want to hear from you. Join the conversation on <a href="http://facebook.com/wherewelive" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://twitter.com/wherewelive" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. GUESTS: <ul> <li>Mary Collins - a writer and professor of nonfiction writing at Central Connecticut State University</li> <li>Donald Collins - a 26-year old graduate student living in California, and a trans advocate an educator</li> </ul> Chion Wolf contributed to this show, <a href="https://www.wnpr.org/post/memoir-mother-and-trans-son-pick-pieces-relationship" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">which originally aired on May 21, 2019</a>.<a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

In Memoir, Mother And Trans Son 'Pick Up The Pieces' Of Relationship

This hour, we take a look at bees. From the famous animals that make the honey we eat to lesser-known native “solitary bees” that nest in holes in the ground, there are thousands of species of bees, and hundreds of them have been found right here in Connecticut! We'll talk about the critical role these pollinators play in agriculture and learn about the threats they face. Later, we talk about another iconic pollinator: the monarch butterfly. Have you spotted one of these rare and magnificent creatures near your home? Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. GUESTS:  Adam Allington - Reporter with Bloomberg Environment and host of the “Business of Bees” podcast (@aallington)  Dr. Kimberly Stoner - Associate scientist in the Department of Entomology at the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station Nancy DuBrule-Clemente - Owner of Natureworks Garden Center in Northford, CT  Learn more about the Pollinator Pathways program in Connecticut here. Chion Wolf contributed to this show, which originally aired August 2, 2019.Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This hour, we take a look at bees. From the famous animals that make the honey we eat to lesser-known native “solitary bees” that nest in holes in the ground, there are thousands of species of bees, and hundreds of them have been found right here in Connecticut! We'll talk about the critical role these pollinators play in agriculture and learn about the threats they face. Later, we talk about another iconic pollinator: the monarch butterfly. Have you spotted one of these rare and magnificent creatures near your home? Join the conversation on <a href="http://facebook.com/wherewelive" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://twitter.com/wherewelive" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. GUESTS: <ul> <li>Adam Allington - Reporter with <a href="https://news.bloombergenvironment.com/environment-and-energy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bloomberg Environment</a> and host of the “<a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/podcasts/business_of_bees" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Business of Bees</a>” podcast (<a href="https://twitter.com/aallington" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@aallington</a>) </li> <li><a href="https://portal.ct.gov/CAES/Publications/Publications/Pollinator-Information" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dr. Kimberly Stoner</a> - Associate scientist in the Department of Entomology at the <a href="https://portal.ct.gov/caes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station</a></li> <li>Nancy DuBrule-Clemente - Owner of <a href="https://naturework.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Natureworks Garden Center</a> in Northford, CT</li> </ul> <a href="https://www.pollinator-pathway.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Learn more about the Pollinator Pathways program in Connecticut here</a>. Chion Wolf contributed to this show, <a href="https://www.wnpr.org/post/might-sting-little-native-bees-are-trouble" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">which originally aired August 2, 2019</a>.<a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

This Might Sting A Little, But Native Bees Are In Trouble

Discrimination against Asian Americans has increased during the pandemic. An Ipsos Poll in April found 6 out of 10 Asian Americans said they observed COVID-19-related bias against Asians. From rude comments to even violent assaults, anti-Asian racism is impacting many Asian Americans’ sense of safety, on top of the regular stresses of life during the pandemic. Today, Where We Live, we talk about the impact of xenophobia during COVID-19. Have you experienced anti-Asian comments or actions during the pandemic? Has that impacted your sense of security in your community? We take your calls, comments, and tweets.  GUESTS:  Mike Keo - Photographer from West Hartford Connecticut, organizing the #IAmNotAVirus campaign in Connecticut Grace Kao - Chair and IBM Professor of Sociology at Yale University William Tong - Attorney General for the State of Connecticut Xiaoyu Weng - Robert H. N. Ho Family Foundation Associate Curator at the Solomon Guggenheim museum in NYC Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discrimination against Asian Americans has increased during the pandemic. <a href="https://publicintegrity.org/health/coronavirus-and-inequality/survey-majority-of-asian-americans-have-witnessed-covid-19-bias/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">An Ipsos Poll in April found 6 out of 10 Asian Americans said they observed COVID-19-related bias against Asians</a>. From rude comments to even violent assaults, anti-Asian racism is impacting many Asian Americans’ sense of safety, on top of the regular stresses of life during the pandemic. Today, Where We Live, we talk about the impact of xenophobia during COVID-19. Have you experienced anti-Asian comments or actions during the pandemic? Has that impacted your sense of security in your community? We take your calls, comments, and tweets.  GUESTS: <ul> <li>Mike Keo - Photographer from West Hartford Connecticut, organizing the <a href="https://www.iamnotavirus.info/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">#IAmNotAVirus campaign</a> in Connecticut</li> <li>Grace Kao - Chair and IBM Professor of Sociology at Yale University</li> <li>William Tong - Attorney General for the State of Connecticut</li> <li>Xiaoyu Weng - Robert H. N. Ho Family Foundation Associate Curator at the Solomon Guggenheim museum in NYC</li> </ul><a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Xenophobia During Pandemic Hits Asian Americans In Connecticut

Deaths related to alcohol have been rising over the past two decades, especially among women.  Today, we look at the impact of alcohol on public health. And in January 1920, Prohibition went into effect around the country, making it illegal to sell alcohol. One century after the beginning of this national experiment, we ask: what is a productive policy approach today to dealing with addiction? GUESTS:  Aaron White - Senior Scientific Advisor at the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism Nancy Navarretta - Deputy Commissioner for the Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) Thomas Pegram  - Professor of History at Loyola University Maryland; he’s the author of Battling Demon Rum: The Struggle for a Dry America, 1800-1933; he is also a contributing author to Prohibition’s Greatest Myths: The Distilled Truth About America’s Anti-Alcohol Crusade, which will be released this April Nicole Leonard - Health care reporter for Connecticut Public Radio  Chion Wolf contributed to this show, which originally aired January 17, 2020.Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deaths related to alcohol have been rising over the past two decades, especially among women.  Today, we look at the impact of alcohol on public health. And in January 1920, Prohibition went into effect around the country, making it illegal to sell alcohol. One century after the beginning of this national experiment, we ask: what is a productive policy approach today to dealing with addiction? GUESTS: <ul> <li>Aaron White - Senior Scientific Advisor at the <a href="https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism</a></li> <li>Nancy Navarretta - Deputy Commissioner for the Connecticut <a href="https://portal.ct.gov/dmhas" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services</a> (DMHAS)</li> <li>Thomas Pegram  - Professor of History at <a href="https://www.loyola.edu/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Loyola University Maryland</a>; he’s the author of <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Battling-Demon-Rum-Struggle-1800-1933/dp/1566632099" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Battling Demon Rum: The Struggle for a Dry America, 1800-1933</a>; he is also a contributing author to <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Prohibitions-Greatest-Myths-Distilled-Anti-Alcohol-ebook/dp/B07Z8GK5Y9" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Prohibition’s Greatest Myths: The Distilled Truth About America’s Anti-Alcohol Crusade</a>, which will be released this April</li> <li>Nicole Leonard - Health care reporter for Connecticut Public Radio</li> </ul> Chion Wolf contributed to this show, <a href="https://www.wnpr.org/post/100-years-after-prohibition-how-can-policymakers-address-addiction" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">which originally aired January 17, 2020.</a><a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

A Century After Prohibition, How Can Policymakers Address Addiction?

Connecticut’s schools will stay closed for the rest of the academic year. This hour, we talk about what two more months of distance learning will look like and what needs to happen before students return to school in the fall. State Education Commissioner Miguel Cardona and Jeff Leake, the president of Connecticut’s largest teacher’s union, join us. Later: as we approach the end of the Governor’s closure order, what might re-opening the state look like? We hear from a TIME Magazine reporter about the steps scientists and public health officials say the country must take in order to reopen and return to a “new normal.” GUESTS:  Alice Park - National health correspondent for TIME Magazine (@AliceParkNY) Dr. Miguel Cardona - Commissioner of the Connecticut State Department of Education (@teachcardona) Jeff Leake - President of the Connecticut Education Association (CEA), the largest teachers’ union in Connecticut (@ceajeff) Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Connecticut’s schools will stay closed for the rest of the academic year. This hour, we talk about what two more months of distance learning will look like and what needs to happen before students return to school in the fall. State Education Commissioner Miguel Cardona and Jeff Leake, the president of Connecticut’s largest teacher’s union, join us. Later: as we approach the end of the Governor’s closure order, what might re-opening the state look like? We hear from a TIME Magazine reporter about the steps scientists and public health officials say the country must take in order to reopen and return to a “new normal.” GUESTS: <ul> <li>Alice Park - National health correspondent for TIME Magazine (<a href="https://twitter.com/AliceParkNY" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@AliceParkNY</a>)</li> <li>Dr. Miguel Cardona - Commissioner of the Connecticut State Department of Education (<a href="https://twitter.com/teachcardona" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@teachcardona</a>)</li> <li>Jeff Leake - President of the Connecticut Education Association (CEA), the largest teachers’ union in Connecticut (<a href="https://twitter.com/ceajeff" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@ceajeff</a>)</li> </ul><a href="http://wnpr.org/donate" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Many Questions Remain On Reopening Connecticut And Its Schools

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