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A new look at New England, as hosts Travis Poppleton and Terrance Abney discuss what it’s like to experience moving to the Northeast. Whether you’re planning to visit or relocate to this bucolic part of the world, the Connecticut Show will help you navigate the in’s and out’s.
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Noted story teller and former journalist Mike Allen interviews special guests and then produces amazing tales about people, places and events from Connecticut history. His style and enthusiasm make history relatable, interesting, fun and informative. You certainly don‘t have to be from Connecticut to enjoy these stories -- you just need to find history interesting and to love a good story. New episodes are published every Thursday. Theme music (Musical Interlewd 1, intro; Musical Interlewd 2 ...
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This is the true story of the Kings Chapel group located in Norwich Connecticut and Mansfield Woodhouse England • Connect with Naomi on Instagram @naomivanwinkle • audio editing: Ryan Youmans
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Connecticut Personal Injury Attorney Ryan McKeen answers your questions about Connecticut personal injury law including car accidents, brain injuries, wrongful death, malpractice, workplace injuries, and dog bites. Straight talk. This is not legal advice and it constitutes attorney advertising.
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Let’s get together and chat. The CTWeekender Podcast is the way to find out about the best activities going on in Connecticut. The CT Weekenders news authority gives us the edge of being “in the know” This is a very laid back podcast aiming to bring fun and information to our listeners while they drive, sit in their office, workout or even while relaxing.
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When Hank Morgan, a practical, no-nonsense Yankee who works in an ammunition factory as a head superintendent gets into a fight with an aggressive employee, little does he know what's in store for him. The bully lays Morgan low with a skull-crushing blow delivered with a crowbar and knocks him out. When Morgan regains consciousness, he finds himself transported back in time, to the sixth century. From here on, the story describes the travails of a hard-boiled, true blue American with strong ...
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The infamous Yankee Peddlers are credited with originating in Berlin, CT – the same town where the tin industry started in the young United States. In fact, the same two individuals were responsible for starting both. In this episode, we’ll explore how the business model of door-to-door salesmen got its start, along with American consumerism itself…
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In this podcast episode ... Where do you go if you want to have a good night out but don’t want to or can’t drink alcohol? Maybe a sober bar. And they’re popping up across the state and nation and we visit one in Willimantic. Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region저자 Brian Scott-Smith
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It was 35 years ago this month When Milli Vanilli’s tape skipped during a concert at Lake Compounce, here in Connecticut. Terrence and Travis break down the controversy, why it matters, and our conspiracy theory about who was behind the infamous tape skip.저자 Connecticut Show
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In this podcast episode ... He’s an Emmy award winning singer songwriter born and raised in Waterford We talk to Steve Elci about his music career and his new album of songs for kids called All Together Now. Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region저자 Brian Scott-Smith
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The concept behind the Mount Rushmore National Memorial was conceived by a sculptor living in Connecticut, Gutzon Borglum. He and his son Lincoln selected the location for the monument, and Gutzon changed the original tourist attraction concept into a national monument featuring four presidents who he selected. The incredible story of how the memor…
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We’re doing something new this week with a deep dive on the Drake and Kendrick Lamar feud. Amari & Sulé Carpenter join us to break down the beef with the Canadian and Compton artists, the connection to Taylor Swift, and some of Boston’s standout Hip hop talent.저자 Connecticut Show
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In this podcast episode ... If you’re a small business how do you go about making changes and raising your prices without upsetting your customers? We talk to local entrepreneur, Alex Foulkes, who straight talks the answers. Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region.저자 Brian Scott-Smith
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In the conclusion of the story of the sinking of the military research vessel the Sea Surveyor, we learn what happened to the 12-man crew on their secret mission. In part one, we learned their ship was sinking and they had abandoned it for a rubber lifeboat. It was being tossed in 25-foot waves and gale-force storm winds. We wrap-up the tale with a…
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In this podcast episode ... They generate around half the electricity we use in Connecticut each year We’re talking about the two nuclear reactors at Millstone Power Plant in Waterford and what the future for nuclear power in the state looks like. Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region…
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Twelve men were aboard the ill-fated Sea Surveyor when it sank in rough seas in the Atlantic Ocean 50 years ago. Walter “Wally” Banzhaf was the youngest of the 12 on this secret military mission and was one of the survivors. He will share his story over a two-part series that begins with this episode. It is a mesmerizing tale that you won’t soon fo…
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In this episode, Travis really doesn't want to talk about Cooper Flagg or how he would describe Duke basketball, and then we get to the Olympics. Find out who will be representing team USA from New England, a little more about track and field, and the kind of music Travis was listening to in high school, on this the 47th episode of The Connecticut …
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The 2nd Commandment (like the previous) outlines stipulations for the covenant between God and the Hebrews. Don't limit who God is by creating an image/idol of Him to worship. He is bigger than your understanding of Him! This applies to us today as well. In what ways do we make God bigger/smaller than He really is?…
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In this podcast episode ... Eastern Connecticut is facing a childcare and workforce crisis. So what can be done? We talk to United Way of Southeastern Connecticut about their plans and how it will take the entire community to solve the problem. Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region…
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A Connecticut man had a distinguished career in World War I as a member of the prestigious, 10-member motorcycle courier squad carrying top-secret documents on behalf of General John Pershing, head of U.S. forces in Europe. As the only non-professional motorcyclist on the squad, Carlton Stevens achieved notoriety when coming under gunfire while rid…
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Did you know states have official desserts? Did you know Maine has an official dessert and an official treat? Neither did we, and I'm not sure we get to the bottom of the proper dessert for each place, but we give it a go on this week's episode, while also exploring the true origins of the New England Whoopie pie. Ever wonder which state the whoopi…
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The lead up to the giving of the Ten Commandments in chapter 20 shadows a traditional Jewish Wedding. In the form of a Ketubah - the first commandment has God telling the Israelites that they must choose Him over everything else in order for this covenant to work. Do you love others more than God?저자 Kevin Wilson
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In this podcast episode ... They’ve been televising the workings of the state legislature for the last 25 years. We sit down with the Connecticut Network (CT-N) and find out how it all began and what the future holds in this age of streaming Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region…
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The man who is the #1 syndicated creator of word puzzles in the U.S. is a CT native. David L. Hoyt is the author behind Jumble, as well as two for USA Today: “Word Round-up” and “Up and Down Words.” His story of getting involved in the puzzle world is fascinating – including the fact that his life’s dream was much different when he was in CT.…
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Have you ever wondered about Connecticut's poisonous snakes and spider population? We have some information you may need to know before you take on a trail in Maine, Mass, or Vermont. Also, we finally talk New Haven pizza. Does Connecticut really deserve to be called the nation's pizza capital?저자 Connecticut Show
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In this podcast episode ... It’s one of the most famous Newport Mansions, we visit The Breakers in Rhode Island. And get a first look at their new tour of the previously unseen private third floor of the property in the mansions 130 year history. Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region.…
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It’s the oldest town green in North America – one laid out in grid format and continuously maintained since colonial days. The New Haven Green has acquired many secrets in its nearly 400-year existence, including hidden cemeteries, historic churches, famous political visits, and its very purpose for existence. Learn the enchanting history behind on…
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Terrence had some strange visitors pay him a visit this week, visited the local elections, and got some news about the UConn basketball team he'd like to discuss. Also, we dive into Connecticut's legislation on ranked-choice elections and what that might mean for future happenings here in New England.…
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In this podcast episode ... He started his business at the height of the Covid Pandemic. Four years on and Marine Veteran John Genna is celebrating success and beating the odds with his laser engraving business. Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region저자 Brian Scott-Smith
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You might look at stonewalls as so many people do – beautiful rows of rocks piled in lines along fields or through the woods. Yet, the history of stonewalls, and their New England charm, hide a more scientific purpose – namely, classifying them in ways similar to wetlands to allow consideration during future land use decisions. The topic of the 240…
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Welcome to a new season, a new station, and a new studio for the Connecticut Show. We are so happy to have Dr. Candace Reese on the show to discuss her history with Juneteenth and how we can respectfully celebrate the holiday no matter who are where we are. But also, especially in New England.저자 Connecticut Show
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In this podcast episode ... They’re some of the brightest minds around and have taken on and beaten the best debate teams in the US. We find out about the National Prison Debate League and its teams of incarcerated individuals. Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region저자 Brian Scott-Smith
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It’s one of the largest, single-day losses of boats by the United States in a military campaign – and it held that record for 200 years, until Pearl Harbor. The British raid on Essex during the War of 1812 saw more than two dozen ships destroyed. Also ruined were the local economy and the fortunes of those who made their living both in ship buildin…
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In this podcast episode ... It’s Memorial Day weekend and we remember and honor those who served. And we talk to the veterans of the Danielson Coffee House who serve their community each month with their mobile food pantry. Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region저자 Brian Scott-Smith
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The Salem Witch Trials occurred in the 1690s. It was decades earlier that CT’s witchcraft frenzy occurred. Nearly a dozen women and men were hanged for witchcraft, until young CT Colony Governor John Winthrop used his political expertise to get the state to end executions entirely. This dark chapter in CT history is told by the State Historian Emer…
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In this podcast episode ... It’s over for this year, we’re talking the 2024 Connecticut legislative session It was a short session this year, but what does that actually mean, we speak with Eastern Connecticut Senators Cathy Osten and Heather Somers to find out. Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region…
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The successful development of western Connecticut, following the arrival of European settlers, can largely be attributed to a single dirt path, that was nearly lost to history. The 350-year-old Old Woodbury Path ran from the 1600s settlement of Woodbury to the bustling port of Derby, known at that time as the “new Boston” due to its importance as a…
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In this podcast episode ... They number in the thousands, we’re talking about people who are homeless And since 2021 the number of homeless people in the state has risen 14% and its affecting people of ALL age groups. Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region저자 Brian Scott-Smith
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From piano keys to combs, buttons, and other various other items, the smooth, glassy touch and feel of ivory was a highly regarded commodity in high demand. And 90% of the ivory products made throughout the world were made in two communities in the lower Connecticut River Valley for many decades. The Village of Ivoryton owes its name to the industr…
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In this podcast episode ... There were around 310 reports of it in 2023 alone, we’re talking about SEX trafficking and its happening right here in Connecticut. We talk to two non-profits about the problem and how they and others are trying to combat it. Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region…
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During WW II, there was a top-secret project known as “Post Office Box 1142.” A Connecticut man played a major role in the operation, which focused on prisoners of war – both Americans held overseas as well as influential German and Italian prisoners who were kept at Fort Hunt in Virginia. A number of James Bond-like gadgets were made at Fort Hunt …
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