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For the People

The award-winning "For the People", produced by John Voket, focuses on issues related to aging, veterans, youth, education, health and human services, public safety, workforce and consumer issues and the environment. Broadcast segments and guests explore concerns facing communities we serve, and detail how individuals and communities may respond to address and/or mitigate those concerns.

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54:50

Americares - Community Foundation for Greater New...

For the People ·

2020/02/20

Today we'll celebrate 40 years of providing emergency response and introduce you to the new CEO of Americares. We'll learn how this Connecticut-based nonprofit is representing our state around the globe, and what Americares is doing right here at home. Then we'll touch base with the Community Foundation for Greater New Haven - and get the latest on why this philanthropic organization is committing substantial resources to New Haven Promise and its mission to expand access and opportunity for

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55:20

Marijuana Policy Project - Counting On 2020: Push For...

For the People ·

2020/02/16

Tune in and meet a key new staffer and attorney for the Marijuana Policy Project as Connecticut gets ever closer to legalizing adult recreational use. Then it's time for the next installment in our series 'Counting on 2020 - Census Segments' as we learn why the Valley Community Foundation is so dedicated to ensuring all residents understand the critical importance of being counted this year. And we'll close focusing on a familiar agency with a new face and attitude - AdvanceCT (formerly CERC)

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54:50

ENCORE: Assisted Living Services - Unite Connecticut...

For the People ·

2020/02/09

This encore episode replays interviews with Assisted Living Services about systems that can help folks age in place, and the agency's involvement with the Connecticut Association for Healthcare at Home. Then we'll replay an episode celebrating Giffin Hospital becoming one of the state's first hospitals to pilot Unite Connecticut – a shared technology platform to address social needs and deliver integrated care. And we'll close re-playing a chat about all the Central CT Coast YMCA network has

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56:40

SPARK for Autism Study - CT League of Conservation...

For the People ·

2020/02/02

Are you the parent of a child on the autism spectrum? If so, check out our chat about the SPARK for Autism Study right here at Yale - we'll explain why it's poised to reveal groundbreaking results and clue you in on how to get involved. Then we'll check in with the CT League of Conservation Voters and review their agenda for bills they hope to see passed in this year's state legislative session. And we'll ring up the state office of the American Lung Association - reviewing the 2020 ‘State of

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55:50

U.S.Surgeon Gen. Dr. Jerome Adams - Workforce...

For the People ·

2020/01/26

We're connecting with the nation's highest medical authority - U.S. Surgeon General Jerome M. Adams to unveil the first new national report on smoking cessation since 1990 - along with all kinds of ways to help you kick the habit in 2020. Then, if you're looking for a job - or career - with great pay and security we'll connect with the Workforce Alliance to talk about state manufacturing job training, and where Connecticut's manufacturing industries are headed. And we'll Close with IRIS -

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56:20

FEMA-Resolve to be Ready - Counting On 2020: Census...

For the People ·

2020/01/19

We're touching base with FEMA, the Federal Emergency Management Agency to talk about their “Resolve to be Ready” campaign and get some tips to make sure you and your family are prepared for any disaster. Then it's another one of our 'Counting On 2020 - Census Segments' — we'll talk about high paying jobs that could put you to work on the Census right in your own neighborhood or community. And, we'll introduce you to a brand new grassroots effort — UR Community Cares — a free, online program

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57:30

Operation Fuel Ice House - AARP Livable Communities...

For the People ·

2020/01/12

Did you know that more than 400,000 Connecticut households can’t afford their energy bills? Tune in and learn how you can help Operation Fuel keep vulnerable neighbors and families warm and safe this winter. Then check out our chat with AARP CT and hear about the seven latest “Livable Communities” projects aiming to help neighborhoods, towns and cities become great places for people of all ages. Is your community on the list? Then we'll touch base with Boys and Girls Village - serving more

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57:10

'Counting On 2020 - Census Segments' Pt. 1 - Regional...

For the People ·

2020/01/05

We're launching a new series 'Counting On 2020 - Census Segments' which will bring you loads of information as we approach the big count. In Part 1 we'll chat with DataCT about a series of workshops aimed to help state nonprofits learn why the 2020 Census is so important to their sustainability. Then we'll engage Regional Hospice about just-launched plans to create only the fifth in-patient children's hospice center in the nation - right here in western Connecticut. And we'll encore a previous

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56:50

ENCORE: Eversource Energy Tips - CHDI's 'Bounce Back'...

For the People ·

2019/12/29

Today's program features three encore segments starting with a conversation about saving energy — we'll touch base with our source at Eversource for some timely tips on how you can easily save some serious cash making a few inexpensive investments including booking yourself a home energy audit. Then we'll replay a talk with the Child Health & Development Institute about addressing childhood trauma through a school-based program aptly called 'Bounce Back.' And finally, we'll encore a chat

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54:55

Royal Family KIDS - CCEH Point In Time Count - CT...

For the People ·

2019/12/22

Today we're going to hear from some brand new friends from the regional chapter of Royal Family Kids seeking new volunteers to help challenged young people in communities across western and central Connecticut.. Or maybe you're in a position to help end homelessness in our state with the CT Coalition to End Homelessness as a volunteer for their Point in Time Count and Youth Count coming up in mid-January. And we'll close promoting the Connecticut Green Bank offering special low interest rate

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55:30

Yale Alzheimer's Caregiver Study - 'Unite...

For the People ·

2019/12/15

This segment of 'For the People' is helping the Yale School of Public Health recruit families for its Families Coping Together with Alzheimer's Disease Study - in order to better understand how loved ones cope with dementia and develop programs for other caregivers. Then we'll be celebrating Giffin Hospital's being one of the first hospitals in the state to launch Unite Connecticut – connecting Valley health and social services providers through shared technology to address social needs and

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55:35

NFPA Holiday Fire Safety - BBB Scam Alerts - Central...

For the People ·

2019/12/08

Did you know most tragic house fires happen right around Christmas. Listen in as we welcome a fire safety expert form the National Fire Protection Association who will tell you how to prevent a fire destroying your home and holiday. Then we'll get you up to speed on all the latest scams and ways creeps and thieves are going after you, your identity, and your hard earned cash with Connecticut BBB. And we'll close diving into a chat about all the Central CT Coast YMCA network has to offer - from

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55:23

Encore replay - SPECIAL REPORT Live From Green...

For the People ·

2019/12/01

We just received a note from the Green Village Initiative about a new 'SeedMoney' campaign to support the rebuilding of two Bridgeport area community gardens. So on this Thanksgiving weekend, we're replaying a program we taped earlier this fall at Reservoir Community Farm in Bridgeport during the Green Village initiative's Harvest Fest to remind you about this important cause. We'll introduce you to staff, organizers, activists, researchers, food equity advocates and even a neighborhood farmer

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57:35

'State of Lung Cancer' 2019 - Epilepsy Awareness...

For the People ·

2019/11/24

Listen to an American Lung Association spokesperson unpack vital details from this year's 'State of Lung Cancer' report including heartening news about survivability in Connecticut. Then we'll celebrate Epilepsy Awareness Month with the CT Epilepsy Advocate and a Yale researcher who developed important new information to help folks with drug resistant epilepsy. And we'll introduce you to VetFuel - a nonprofit whose mission is to ensure no veteran should want for a job or appropriate medical

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54:52

CCADV's Safe Connect - Yale Medical Marijuana Study -...

For the People ·

2019/11/17

Thanks to a new system from the CT Coalition Against Domestic Violence, victims can use their phone, texts, chat, and email to receive critical and immediate assistance - so tune in and we'll tell you how it works. Then we'll hear about a groundbreaking study ramping up at the Yale School of Medicine that could open the door for numerous other studies targeting new therapies involving medical marijuana. And we'll close learning how programs through the nonprofit Connecticut Housing Partners are

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54:50

CABLE Comedy Fundraiser - CT Coalition to End...

For the People ·

2019/11/10

Cops always run toward a crisis, but who takes care of our brothers and sisters in blue when they are in crisis? You can help by tuning in and learning more about CABLE - The Connecticut Alliance to Benefit Law Enforcement. Then, check out our invitation to help keep kids and families under their own roof by holding your Paddington "bear-raiser" to benefit the Connecticut Coalition to End Homelessness. And hey guys, it's Mo-vember, so plan to attend the November 14 Men's Health Fair at Yale

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54:50

SPECIAL REPORT: Live From Reservoir Community Farm's...

For the People ·

2019/11/03

This morning we're producing a Special Report we recorded live at Reservoir Community Farm in Bridgeport to celebrate Harvest Fest with the Green Village Initiative (GVI). We'll introduce you to GVI staff, organizers, activists, researchers, food equity advocates, and even a neighborhood farmer to get a very inspiring crash course on why initiatives like GVI and the many community gardens they manage across the Park City are so critical to the physical and economic health of Bridgeport region

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54:50

Flu / Cardiovascular Risks - The Cost Of Workplace...

For the People ·

2019/10/27

This morning John Voket and the award-winning For the People opens checking in with a physician about new research suggesting the flu can trigger a heart attack or stroke weeks later for those with certain risk factors. Then we'll encore a segment aimed at helping educate Connecticut employers and their workforce about the cost of employee stress - and learn how employers can better support employees with programs to address and mitigate stress. And we'll close with a conversation about

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54:50

CT Health I-Team - Tattoo Removal Options - CT...

For the People ·

2019/10/20

This morning John Voket and the award-winning For the People highlights the important work of a relatively new nonprofit bringing critical information to our state and communities - the Connecticut Health Investigative team. Then we'll discuss a unique health-related issue - removing unwanted tattoos - with a patient and surgical specialist who is using the latest FDA approved laser procedure for successful tattoo removal. Finally, we'll touch base with Assisted Living Services to talk about what

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ENCORES: Chelsea University - Aspetuck Land Trust -...

For the People ·

2019/10/13

This morning John Voket and the award-winning For the People encores a trio of previously recorded segments starting with Chelsea Groton Bank -promoting financial literacy absolutely free through Chelsea University. Then we'll replay our latest visit with the Aspetuck Land Trust - while boosting environmental sustainability through initiatives like its 'Pollinator Pathways' and 'Green Corridor' programs. And we'll close revisiting Sunshine Wheels, a first of its kind program in the state

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