Shattering the Glass Ceiling

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#14: Peggy Lyons for First Selectman of Madison Nov 01, 2021

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Madison’s Superhero First Selectman, Peggy Lyons, joins us to chat about overcoming the multiple “once-in-a-hundred-years” crises that marked her first term, and what she will get done in her second. Listen, then go VOTE on Nov. 2!

#13: Immacula Cann for Mayor of Stratford Oct 30, 2021

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Stratford is distressed, and needs new leadership. Immacula Cann knows how to lead a team and solve problems. Immacula talks about the challenges Stratford faces, the problem with municipal gerrymandering, and the 100-year-old woman who’s ready to help her make history.

#12: Aigné Goldsby for Mayor of Cromwell Sep 27, 2021

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Cromwell needs new energy, and Aigné Goldsby has it. She joins us to talk about the importance of good schools, economic development, and that promise to deliver homemade mac n cheese (to one person in particular).

#11: Kayla Reasco Jun 04, 2021

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Connecticut native Kayla Reasco joins Jacqueline and Tenaiya to talk about her political path, from growing up in New Britain to campaigning and working alongside Sen. Murphy, Mayor Bronin, and more.

#10: Tyisha Walker-Myers May 10, 2021

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In honor of Mother’s Day, we talked with Tyisha Walker-Myers, mom of CT Dems Operations Director, Tenaiya Baker and president of the New Haven Board of Aldermen. She started her organizing career on the playground as a young girl and was not deterred when life moved her along an unexpected path.

#9: Gabriela Koc May 03, 2021

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Gabriela Koc is fierce! She is the new president of the Connecticut Young Democrats and a powerhouse. She talks to us about education, the importance of mentorship and the power of youth.

#8: Reflections - A Look Back Apr 26, 2021

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Tenaiya and Jacqueline look at back at the first seven episodes of Shattering the Glass Ceiling and highlight some of the most inspiring moments in their conversations with CT women.

#7: Christina Pen Apr 19, 2021

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The future is now! Connecticut’s Christina Pen got involved at a young age, and from the campaign trail to the Capitol, she’s done the work helping Democrats win and helping elected officials govern. And she’s just getting started.

#6: DTC Chairs Tejal Vallam and Joan Walker Apr 12, 2021

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All politics is local! So how do town committee chairs lead the Democratic Party at the local level? Tejal Vallam (Rocky Hill) and Joan Walker (Madison) join us to talk about the work they do to build the bench of candidates, engage volunteers and activists, and reach voters town-by-town.

#5: Aidee Nieves Apr 07, 2021

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From neighborhood block watch to City Council President, learn more about Aidee Nieves’s passion for and dedication to the community of Bridgeport. We talk about her local inspirations, how men can be strong allies with women and Friday night disco parties. Join us!

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