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Women Farmers In Focus Pt. 6 with Erin Sepe Pirro - CT Commissioner Of Early Childhood - Beardsley Zoo Summer Fun Jun 28, 2026

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As we head into July, we're continuing our celebration of 2026 - the International Year of the Woman Farmer - by introducing Erin Sepe Pirro of Pirro Farm. If you think it's all about raising fruits and veggies - we'll talk with this woman farmer about her lifelong passion for sheep and everything they can provide.

Then, we'll engage the Commissioner from the Office of Early Childhood (OEM). She's going to discuss the establishment and purpose of the state's recently announced Early Childhood Endowment and its three areas of focus, as well as unpacking details of the state-funded Early Start CT program.

And we'll close diving into a chat with the Curator of Education at Beardsley Zoo to help you discover all the incredible things happening at Connecticut's only zoo all summer long. There's more than one day trip worth of excitement happening, and we want you to know all about it so you can dive into all the fun at the zoo, too!

2026 Barnum Festival Ringmaster Jun 23, 2026

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For the People is visiting with the 2026 Ringmaster of Bridgeport's legendary Barnum Festival. All the excitement comes to a head this coming weekend with several community activities and celebrations - so, we'll let you know how you can get in on all the fun!

Jane Doe No More Jun 23, 2026

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We're reconnecting with Jane Doe No More. We'll talk about how your support of this agency can go even farther to ensure this Waterbury-area nonprofit continues empowering survivors of sexual crimes to find their voice, advance their healing, and educate others.

AAA Northeast/Student Loan Updates Jun 23, 2026

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If you are a student or family planning on taking out new college loans - or you're repaying existing federal loans - major changes are coming on July 1 with new borrowing limits and repayment plans. So, make sure you're fully prepared with AAA Northeast’s director of student lending and college services who's here to help you understand what these changes mean.

AAA Northeast/Student Loan Updates - Jane Doe No More - 2026 Barnum Festival Ringmaster Jun 21, 2026

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Then, we're reconnecting with Jane Doe No More. We'll talk about how your support of this agency can go even farther to ensure this Waterbury-area nonprofit continues empowering survivors of sexual crimes to find their voice, advance their healing, and educate others.

And we'll close visiting with the 2026 Ringmaster of Bridgeport's legendary Barnum Festival. All the excitement comes to a head this coming week with several community activities and celebrations - so, we'll let you know how you can get in on all the fun!

Council On Environmental Quality Jun 15, 2026

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In this segment, For the People is connecting with the director of the state Council on Environmental Quality. The CEQ recently released its annual report to the Connecticut General Assembly, so we'll unpack a number of issues and sort out the good news from the not so good.

CT Insurance Commissioner Jun 15, 2026

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We're welcoming the Commissioner of the CT Insurance Department to focus on rate increase requests from a number of health insurers doing business in our state health insurance marketplace. Then, we'll discuss how Connecticut is leading the way when it comes to how the insurance industry is grappling with the effects of climate change.

CT Insurance Commissioner - Council On Environmental Quality - Encore: DEEP Commissioner Katie Dykes Jun 14, 2026

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Today we'll lean into environmental conversations, and mix in a little about insurance as we open welcoming the Commissioner of the CT Insurance Department. First, we'll focus on rate increase requests from a number of health insurers doing business in our state health insurance marketplace, before we turn our attention to how the insurance industry is grappling with the effects of climate change.

Then we'll chat with the director of the state Council on Environmental Quality. The CEQ recently released its annual report to the Connecticut General Assembly, so we'll unpack a number of issues and sort out the good news from the not so good.

And we'll close replaying clips from a couple of recent interviews with DEEP Commissioner Katie Dykes, who announced her departure earlier this week. Dykes and her team have been an important resource to For the People during her term at the state's energy and environmental protection agency - so, we'll recap some of what she has shared over the past couple of years.

16th Annual Greater Bridgeport Pride Jun 10, 2026

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We're focusing on Pride Month, welcoming back a rep from the Bridgeport Pride Center which is hosting its 16th annual Greater Bridgeport Pride celebration later this month. Learn how you can be part of GBP’s hallmark Pride March, which is expanding with a pre-march rally featuring elected officials and community speakers, plus some exciting entertainment.

New Horizons Village 40th Anniversary Jun 10, 2026

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We're celebrating the 40th Anniversary of New Horizons Village and its mission supporting a caring and independent lifestyle for hundreds of residents across its facilities. Hear from two of the organizations leaders about how New Horizons has always been ahead of its time when it comes to innovative programs and services.

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