Where We Live
Mon. | Tue. | Thu. | 9:00 AM & 8:00 PM, also available as a podcast
Where We Live is a place to hear 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 here at home.
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All Things Bookish!
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Where We Read is the destination for die-hard book lovers and the literary curious to hear author interviews from across Connecticut Public’s shows. Find out what we’re reading, what we can’t wait to read next, and to learn more about local and national bookish news.
Latest Episodes
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Today, an update on housing across Connecticut. Could local architects hold the solutions to the housing crisis? Plus, the CT Tenants Union join us to talk about their fight for better housing conditions for renters across the state.
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Cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness caused by a parasite, is wreaking havoc across the country. Today, we get updates and hear what you need to know about staying well. Plus, we hear how unsafe air quality is impacting residents in Connecticut and beyond.
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Connecticut poet, Rohanna Ssanyu, discusses her new chapbook, "The Marabou Who Crossed the Sea," and how poetry can preserve stories passed down across generations.
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The fear of immigration enforcement is having a big impact on Connecticut schools, student attendance and learning. Today, we hear what educators are doing to reach these students and prepare for ICE presence.
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Author Celeste Ng is familiar with the push and pull of adolescence - and how becoming an adult doesn’t mean you have all the answers. Today, she joins us to talk about her best-selling novel, “Everything I Never Told You…” where she explores the complications of family dynamics and teenage awakening.
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Soccer is more than a game – it's a global language. From its rise in America to its impact in Connecticut, we look at how the beautiful game brings people together on and off the pitch.
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It's mid-summer. What's left on your summer to do list? Today, we will share some of our favorite summer happenings around the state and we want to hear yours too!
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Ten years ago, Connecticut passed “Desmond’s Law” a landmark animal welfare bill that allows attorneys to advocate for animals involved in abuse. Today, we get an update on animal welfare in Connecticut and beyond.
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Fibroids are incredibly common, affecting up to 80% of women by age 50, yet they remain widely misunderstood. We explore what fibroids are, the symptoms to look out for, and how to advocate for the care you need.
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With nearly 140 state parks and forests to visit, Connecticut offers no shortage of outdoor places to explore. We hear what it takes to maintain and preserve these parks, and efforts to make them accessible to all residents.