John MacKenzie chats with Dr. Paul Williams, Associate Professor in Politics and Journalism at Griffith University and former primary school teacher, about the state of schools in Queensland regarding student and teacher safety, and classroom disruption.

Are you ready to unleash your inner entrepreneur - or to gather contacts and skills to boost your talent wherever you may be working? Then check out our chat with the founder of Creative U - who is partnering with the nonprofit reSET, and presenting a two-day educational session in mid-October to help propel you to the next level of professionalism.

Connecticut Foodshare supports individuals and families – from one end of the state to the other – by addressing root causes, creating long-term solutions, and distributing nutritious food through local partner programs in an effort to alleviate hunger. Sept. is Hunger Action Month, so check-in and check out how CT Foodshare is doubling down on educating folks about the extreme hunger issues here in the state while helping you double your charitable donations to the cause all month long.

For the People is touching base with Connecticut' Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services following International Overdose Awareness Day – to provide an added voice amplifying the agency's LiveLOUD campaign, which is designed to inform and support those who are actively using fentanyl, heroin, or prescription opioids, as well as their families and communities.

We're bringing back Connecticut's Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas for a new conversation to unpack what you need to know about navigating our state's new Early Voting program, the No-Excuse Absentee Voting ballot question that voters will consider in November, and a few things key points about about election misinformation and misconceptions.

John MacKenzie speaks with Dr. Aileen Traves, Deputy Chair of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners Queensland, about the dangers and symptoms of Meningococcal disease following a shocking case in Cairns, and 2 recent cases in nearby Yarrabah.Cairns and Far North Queenslanders are being warned of a potential outbreak as health authorities investigate the root cause.

John MacKenzie chats with Cr. Marty Bella, Mackay Regional Council, about the state opposition's vow to reform youth justice laws and return a sense of security to the community and victims of crime. Marty slams the current, broken system and reminds us that the removal of offenders from society has to be considered if social safety is to be addressed.

Join For the People as we check in with a rep from the CT Psychological Association who is poised to send her own child off to kindergarten this fall! She will provide parents, caregivers, and educators some important and relatable tips to help minimize the anxiety that often presents around the first few days and weeks of a new school year.

Check out the second part of our mini-series featuring RVNAhealth - a private, nonprofit organization serving nearly 3 dozen neighboring communities. Learn how your philanthropy and volunteerism can continue helping RVNAhealth provide exceptional home and community health care services, like they've been doing for over 100 years.

John MacKenzie chats with Bob Epps, Chief Executive of Cairns Taxis, following a spate of attacks where taxis are allegedly being smashed with rocks as they drive along Sheridan Street.This is yet the latest in anti-social and illegal behaviour that is plaguing the Cairns CBD and the regions beyond.

John MacKenzie chats with Dr. Paul Williams, Associate Professor in Politics and Journalism, Griffith University, about the "up-for-grabs" local seat of Mulgrave, and the recent election results in the Northern Territory and the parallels that could be made for Queensland.

Gavin King (covering for John MacKenzie) chats with Paul Bidwell, CEO of Master Builders Queensland, about the CFMEU's planned protests across Queensland following the sacking of hundreds of unionists amidst a government crackdown on corruption.Last Friday saw the government place the CFMEU into administration, with approximately 280 officials being dismissed.