Real Talk with Raff: Recent Episodes
Susan Raff
Susan Raff is the Chief Political Reporter for WFSB Channel 3 in Hartford, CT.She has covered four Connecticut Governors and numerous legislative sessions.She spends most of her time at the State Capitol. In 2018, Susan was on the campaign trail and gave us in-depth reporting on one of the most hotly contested Governor’s races.Susan has a lot of experience covering politics and her knowledge of the state is an important asset.
Quinnipiac Prof. Scott McLean touches on a variety of topics related to the upcoming general election, including voter burnout and the vice presidential debate.
Presidential historian, attorney, and author Talmage Boston provides some insight on the presidential race between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, and their upcoming debate.
Susan Raff speaks with Quinnipiac Prof. Mohammas Elahee about the sudden increase in customers' electric bills.
Prof. Mohammad Elahee from Quinnipiac University talks about the reasons for recent high Eversource bills.
Anthony Anthony, chief marketing officer, CT Dept. of Economic and Community Development, talks about tourism in Connecticut.
University of Hartford political science Prof. Bilal Sekou talks about the political landscape following the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump.
It’s all about politics. The big announcement this week by Nikki Haley that she will support Trump no matter what she said about him. And what about CT elections? Congresswoman Jahana Hayes won by only 2000 votes in the last election, can Republican George Logan pull off a victory this November? Bilal Sekou, a political professor at University of Hartford make some predictions.
There was a last minute push this year by state lawmakers to get some regulations on artificial intelligence. It was a lot to handle and Governor Lamont had some concerns and the bill was pulled.
Chetan Jaiswa, a professor of computer science at QU, has some real insight on this constantly changing technology and what we all need to know on the pluses and minus of AI.
Millions of Americans recently experienced something spectacular this week, the Great American Eclipse. Although it was a different experience depending on where you saw it, Quinnipiac University's Nicole Granucci explains what we actually saw and why it was not as rare as you think.
It’s cold outside but families are struggling to pay their heating bills. Lawmakers came through this week with $17 million for Operation Fuel and LIHEAP, a federally funded assistance program for low income families. How will this money help and who can get help.
Breaking down the New Hampshire Primary. Jayme Stevenson, a former Darien First Selectwoman, is the chairman of a volunteer group “Women for Nikki.” She was in NH campaigning for Nikki Haley and says many Republicans are looking for a more moderate and positive candidate.
Today's Real Talk with Raff. All things weather! WFSB Meteorologist Jill Gilardi joins Susan Raff to weigh in on the recent heavy rains and flooding. Plus changing weather patterns and why we haven't seen much snow in the past couple of years.
Channel 3's Susan Raff talks with Tal Rahmani, a young Israeli woman woman has come to Connecticut with a story of pain and survival.
Street Takeovers... They are increasing in size and frequency. At a recent takeover in North Haven there were more than 1,500 people. These events are dangerous. CT lawmakers have passed tougher laws. On Real Talk, what police are doing across the country to crack down.
Connecticut Elections. What is happening in Bridgeport? There’s a lawsuit seeking to have another primary in the race for Mayor. Could that happen? Plus,
Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas talks about what happened in Bridgeport and could it be avoided. Plus, getting ready for early voting which
Will happen in April’s presidential primary.
Many are shocked with what we are seeing in Israel. The Jewish community in CT is dealing with concerns about safety, security and sadness. What is being done to help and how you can help.
This marks the 30th running of the Hartford Marathon.
How has it grown, the money it has raised for different charities and how you can participate.
New data shows more working families are living paycheck to paycheck. What are the reasons and what can be done? I talked to the Middlesex United Way about the situation.
CT is moving towards cleaner air and that means electric vehicles. Governor Lamont wants all new cars sold in 2035 to be electric. A worthy goal but is CT prepared.
Hear what Charles Rothenberger from Save the Sound has to say about that on Real Talk.
State lawmakers held a hearing to get answers on the scandal involving Connecticut State Police and false traffic tickets. What did they learn and what should happen to those troopers who lied and skewed racial profiling data? We're talking to Judiciary Committee Chair Steve Stafstrom this week on Real Talk.
The scandal involving CT State Police troopers writing fake tickets is heating up. Governor Lamont is now calling for an independent investigation and state lawmakers are holding a hearing next week. Criminal justice expert Mike Lawlor joins Chief Political Reporter Susan Raff on Real Talk with Raff on how serious this.
The US Supreme Court hands down more controversial decisions. These involve, students, people or color and the LGBTQ community. UCONN professor Emeritus Ron Schurin explains what this means going forward.
Big week in CT. President Biden will be at the University of Hartford for a Safer
Communities Summit. The focus is on gun safety. CT AGAINST GUN VIOLENCE will be one of
many groups there. Jeremy Stein the Executive Director tells us what this could mean for
the gun safety movement.
Connecticut now has a state budget and lots of new legislation. Senate Majority Leader Bob Duff has the highlights on the bi-partisan budget and historic tax cuts.
Making it easier to vote! Two bills are making their way through the CT legislature that allow early voting and
No-excuse absentee voting. When can we see this in place? Watch Real Talk with Raff and find out.
Vaping a big problem for children and they are doing it in school. Some as young as 9 years old. Talisha Jones who works for Youth Services in Wallingford has some important advice for parents.
Today we talked with with Professor Angela Mattie from Quinnipiac University about the recent controversy over Walgreens decision not to dispense abortion-pill Mifepristone in at lest 12 states where abortion is illegal. CT lawmakers are taking a stand.
CT has an alcohol problem. We are now top 3 in the country when it comes to alcohol deaths on our roads. And wrong way crashes have skyrocketed. DOT Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto tells us
what the state is doing to make the roads safer.
What did we see when dispensaries opened, and how cannabis has gone mainstream. Brian Essenter is a pharmacist at Affinity Health & Wellness. What's his take on marijuana.
The best gift may not be under the tree. Michael Lehrhaupt from Strategies For Wealth Management shares ideas on gifts that can last a lifetime.
Now that the election is over…what’s the takeaway? An inside look at campaign 2022 with UCONN Political Science Professor Ron Schurin.
Sandy Hook families sued Alex Jones for saying the massacre never happened. They were awarded $965 million. The attorney representing the families Chris Mattei shares with us what this means and will the families see that compensation.
The last thing you may be thinking about these days are flu shots. But flu season is coming up. CVS is gives us their take on staying healthy this winter.
Meet Madeline Kizer a UCONN Junior who started a unique & creative way to keep clothing from being thrown away.
And now for something completely different... Let’s learn about Cryptocurrency. What is Bitcoin and should you invest in it?
Election season in full swing. And now the first senate debate with the 3 candidates hoping to beat Sen Richard Blumenthal. UCONN Political Professor Ron Schurin with his take.
The Primary is over and now we go on to November’s Election. Frank Harris a journalism professor at Southern CT State University gives us his take on
The winners – including the surprise win by Trump endorsed candidate Leora Levy for US Senate.
What's the deal with pot? Sixteen applicants have made it through the first hurdle to grow recreational marijuana. These applicants had to get approval by the social equity council. What happens next?
Dr Emily Fine talks about the impact to women & doctors in CT and how Women’s Healthcare will be at risk.
How inflation is affecting us all and will the feds decision to raise the interest rate bring costs down and when. We hear from Eric McAlley a finance professor at Quinnipiac University.
The US House has passed gun control measures. What are they. Some of them are laws in CT. Pressure is mounting on Congress but will the Senate make any changes.
Car thefts increased significantly during the pandemic. Some lawmakers want tougher penalties for repeat offenders. You’ll hear from a Glastonbury man who was almost killed by juveniles driving a stolen car.
Connecticut’s economy. How are we doing? Are jobs coming back and will tax cuts make people and businesses more confident
The crisis in Ukraine. Myron Kolinsky from the United Ukraine American Relief Committee
Tells us how you can help those in Ukraine and families in refugee camps in Poland and Romania.
The UUARC is teaming up with Channel 3 to help get clothing and medical supplies to those in need.
This week an historic victory for the families of those killed at Sandy Hook Elementary. Gun manufacturer Remington will pay $73 million in a settled lawsuit. Po Murray from the Newtown Action Alliance talks about the importance of the decision and the impact on the families.
Bob Stefanowski is running again for Governor. He tells us what his message is this time and what he thinks should be done differently.
Can social media platforms be held accountable? What can be done? Chief Political Reporter Susan Raff talks to Attorney General William Tong about the issue.
Susan talks with Vincent Rodriguez of New Milford about a project he created called "Smiles I Can't See." Vincent collects donations and gives free guitars to kids all across the country.
We are coming up on the 9th anniversary of one of this country’s worst tragedies.
Hockley started Sandy Hook Promise which is now in thousands of schools across the country to help identify children who are at risk.
Teachers and students are trained to reach out and provide services. Nicole also weighs in on Alex Jones and the court’s decision to make him liable for damages.
Susan Raff talks to Dr Ulysses Wu today from Hartford Healthcare about Covid, Boosters and the Omicron variant.
Susan talks with Sujata Gadkar Wilcox, associate professor of legal studies at Quinnipiac University. They discuss hate speech and local politicians that have used Hitler's name to describe Governor Lamont.
Susan Raff talks with Judy Keane from the Keane Foundation. Her husband, Richart, died twenty years ago on 9-11. Judy started a foundation that helped build a community center in Wethersfield. She was also involved with the 9-11 Memorial in NYC.
Susan Raff talks to Rodney Butler from Foxwoods Casino about Sports, impact for the tribe, offensive Native American team names. Who is Rodney Butler? A UConn grad who played football!