Spotlight Connecticut: Recent Episodes
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Morgan and guests Anthony DiRenzo and Robert Hyde react to aspects of Tuesday's election before digging into what it means for Republican politics in Connecticut.
Singer-songwriter Paul Anka, known for writing Frank Sinatra's signature "My Way," stops in Connecticut during his seven decades tour.
WTIC's former jack-of-all-trades Joe D'Ambrosio remembers his UConn play-by-play, morning show contributions, and election night coverage in his WTIC career that spanned 1992 to 2020.
Joe Franke, of the Connecticut Paranormal Research Society, introduces us to his work and recent cases that he discusses during public events across the state.
Mike McGarry, Chairman of the Flood Commission, goes over the controversy behind the proposed dredging of the open portion of the North Branch of the Park River, before the river flows underneath the city of Hartford.
The legend of the Winsted Wildman has led Barkhamsted resident Jeff Messenger to search for traces of a Bigfoot-type creature in Northwestern Connecticut.
Former morning news anchor Angela Dias reflects on major local news stories and how they've impacted Connecticut in the years since they first happened. Her career at WTIC stretched from 1985 to 2020, collaborating with numerous talents and experiencing various technological shifts in news production behind-the-scenes.
Wes Haynes of the Merritt Parkway Conservancy explores the unique history of the Merritt Parkway, while discussing some of its opportunities and challenges for the future.
Connecticut and WTIC radio engineer John Ramsey remembers pop up programming to coincide with the Summer Jam in Watkins Glen, New York, featuring the Allman Brothers Band, the Grateful Dead, and the Band.
In this edition of The Broadcaster at 100, Former WTIC Air One traffic reporter Mike Allan recalls being our "eye in the sky" who helped listeners reach their destinations and witnessed first-hand the improvements and challenges with Connecticut's highways.
Everything you wanted to know about poop - and then some. The Poop Museum (ThePoopMuseum.com) just wrapped up its leg in Connecticut and New England.
Former Connecticut radio personality Bob DeCarlo remembers his national Top 10 political satire hit "Convention '72" while comparing and contrasting it to today's political environment.
Retired East Hartford Police Department Patrol Sergeant Mark Kelly draws upon his experiences as an officer in two books he's recently written.
Morgan reviews his vacation in Puerto Rico with Lissette Colon of the Fairfield Country Puerto Rico Parade.
During this edition of The Broadcaster at 100 Series, we celebrate the legacy of Bob Steele, whose career at WTIC spanned from 1936 to 2002. His son, Phil, joins us for this first of two shows in the series on Bob.
U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Frank Tedone's family reacts to the identification of his remains, over 80 years since he went missing in action during World War II.
The Zagray Farm Museum in Colchester preserves Connecticut's farm history. *Jingle samples are courtesy of PAMS Productions, Inc. and JAM Creative Productions, Inc. (www.pams.com and jingles.com).
In the fifth installment of the Broadcaster at 100, 1944 Hartford Circus Fire survivor Nancy Savin remembers the tragedy, which has become the longest-running developing news coverage story on WTIC.
AC Petersen's co-owner Bill Denton looks back on over 100 years of the West Hartford ice cream parlor.
Former Connecticut radio personality Ron Sedaille begins his second annual cross-country road trip.
The KC Sisters from Avon return to Spotlight CT to announce their new album, "Cool Summer."
Hartford culture guru Mike McGarry goes into more detail about the 10th annual Hartford Blooms tour.
Former morning news anchor and news talk show host Bryant Thomas analyzes the impact of major news stories that happened during his time at WTIC: 1977-1996.
Hartford-based Heights of Wellness founder Chung Yueh-Ching introduces us to basic ways to improve our wellbeing.
In the third installment of "The Broadcaster at 100" anniversary series, UConn color analyst Wayne Norman focuses on memories from the 1992-2018 WTIC-UConn Sports era.
Morgan reviews the 2024 UConn Men's Basketball back-to-back championship parade in Hartford.
Morgan previews an upcoming concert between the Manchester High School and UConn Jazz Bands.
We are proud to continue "The Broadcaster at 100" series on Spotlight CT! Each month, the last Saturday of the month will be focused on WTIC and our celebration to 100 years of broadcasting.
In this second edition, Morgan looks back to the nearly 17-year period (1957-1974) when the Travelers ran not only WTIC Radio but also (the original) WTIC TV Channel 3, which is now WFSB. Former producer Jim Stewart remembers how radio helped mold the fledgling TV station. U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal also delivers remarks about what WTIC News/Talk 1080 means to him.
Middletown-based hypnotist Michele P. Rousseau explains the different uses for hypnosis and how to draw conclusions about your dreams through "dreamwork."
During this "stream of consciousness" free topic edition, Morgan digs into dam safety in Connecticut, Priscilla Presley's upcoming talk at Foxwoods, and more.
The Hebron Maple Fest is "bringing it back home." Holly Habict, of the Town Center Project (in Hebron), explains maple lovers from all over can take part.
Morgan Cunningham opens up about covering the Michelle Troconis trial. He also brings on a Stamford-based criminal defense attorney, who he met while observing the trial.
In the first edition of "The Broadcaster at 100" WTIC anniversary series, Connecticut radio engineer and historian John Ramsey looks back on our founding in 1925 and formative years thereafter. #WTIC100Years
"Tie a Yellow Ribbon"-singer Tony Orlando prepares to give the final performance of his decades-long career in Connecticut.
Morgan takes his first-ever test drive of an electric vehicle then discusses pros and cons of the EV market with industry professional Martti Thomas.
Connecticut-based matchmaker Jill Dunn explains her matchmaking services and talks about her upcoming singles meetup event on Valentine's Day.
Morgan plays back recordings of his behind-the-scenes tour at the Bushnell Performing Arts Center in Hartford.
Ashford-based author Felix Giordano talks about his work as a writer and how people can take part in self-publishing. Morgan reviews his backstage access at Bowzer's Rock N Doo Wop Party Vol. XXII.
Morgan offers his take on one common success displayed in recent Connecticut flooding. He also talks a little about Connecticut pizza in this "free topic" edition of the show.
Jay Siegel, lead singer of "The Lion Sleeps Tonight" by the Tokens, talks about the history of the song a week before he's set to perform it during Bowzer's Rock 'N' Doo-Wop Party XXII at Mohegan Sun.
Morgan remembers a Connecticut musician who passed away before Christmas and looks ahead to a "Spotlight CT" series that will begin in 2024.
Morgan and personal friend, Sean, share some seasonal perspectives and inspiration to mark the 2023 Christmas holiday.
Hallmark screenwriter Julie Sherman Wolfe explains the connection between holiday movies and Connecticut.
Morgan explores holiday light opportunities at the CT Trolley Museum and the Hebron Lights in Motion display. He also reviews his experience going to a holiday music show the KC Sisters hosted in Windsor.
The KC Sisters, an Avon-based band consisting of five sisters, are preparing for a series of Christmas concerts.
Hartford Men in Harmony Director Sebastian Massa explains the style and concept behind barbershop music, ahead of their upcoming concert.
CARA's Sarah Fryxell teases the upcoming Connecticut International Auto Show and Spiritual Medium Maura Geist talks about her upcoming readings in Willington. Morgan reviews "Jason Alexander: As Long As You're Asking" and "Silvia's Thompsonville Grille."
Connecticut Paranormal Research Society and Warren Legacy Foundation Lead Investigator and Chairman of the Board Joe Franke remembers several ghost investigation stories in Connecticut.
Morgan reviews a new French restaurant in West Hartford and talks with a Torrington woman who has successfully run a race in every one of Connecticut's 169 cities and towns.
In the first half, Michele Houston joins Morgan to preview this year's event to benefit the Paige Houston Memorial Scholarship. Then, Kevin Wilkes remembers his years working at the Bow Tie Criterion Cinemas, which closed this week as New Haven's last movie theater.
Morgan chats with guests about a new shoreline arts collaboration, the Tokeneke Pumpkin Carnival in Darien, and a political update involving the land at Hartford Brainard Airport.
In this mostly solo show, Morgan recounts his recent trip to the Connecticut State Library and explains an unusual use of particular stairs in Hartford. Arthur Rovozzo joins the show mid-program to discuss an upcoming Jimi Hendrix tribute.
Jose Alves, President of the Danbury Railway Museum, walks us through some aspects of American and Connecticut transportation history.
Michael Teiger, President of the Hartford Brainard Airport Association, takes Morgan on an introductory flight during an explanation of general aviation airports.
Terry Lee Jenkins, now age 95, reminisces on her jingle singing career that included work heard in Connecticut and a project with Glen Campbell. Jonathan Wolfert, President of PAMS Productions, Inc. and JAM Creative Productions, Inc., provides additional history. Jingle samples are courtesy of PAMS Productions, Inc. (www.pams.com).
Members of the Fish Family Farm in Bolton share the story behind their local farm, known for its popular ice cream and dairy.
Wallingford-based author Emily Franke turns the loss of her grandmother into a new children's book that's intended to help children understand grief.
Paul’s Boutique Records AKA Vernon Vinyl opens up about its thousands and thousands of records for sale, from all eras and of all genres.
Gerri Griswold gives a beginners-level tour through White Memorial Conservation in Litchfield.
Morgan revisits his discussions with Brenden Hall (Marlborough, CT-native going to space via SpaceX) and Bill Potvin (Hosmer Mountain Soda).
Morgan revisits his discussions with George Noory ("Coast to Coast AM" host) and Paul Ramunni (New England Accordion Connection and Museum).
Former Connecticut radio personality Ron Sedaille and New Zealand native Jack Girling recall moments from their Connecticut to Washington state cross-country trip in June (2023).
Willimantic's annual Fourth of July "Boombox Parade" uses marching band music on a local radio station in place of a local marching band.
U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal, Cornwall First Selectman Gordon Ridgway, and Bolton First Selectman Pam Sawyer explain how parts of Connecticut are marking the 2023 Memorial Day holiday. In the second half, Jo-Jo Shutty MacGregor remembers her late husband and his unlikely Top 40 hit spoken-word song, "The Americans," which continues to raise money for the American Red Cross - over 50 years since its initial release.
North Canaan is home to the New England Accordion Connection and Museum Company, where Morgan Cunningham gets an exclusive tour.
Manchester-based podiatrist Dr. Marcy MacDonald looks back on her long-distance swims across the English Channel, including one in 2022 that lasted over 38 hours long.
Morgan Cunningham explores Andover's 175 anniversary, remembers CT-radio personality Floyd Wright, and more in this Free Topic episode
Spiritual Medium Maura Geist demonstrates a reading on Morgan as she prepares for another appearance at the Packing House in Willington.
The Garden Barn in Vernon answers various questions about gardening as we move through spring.
Dispute over what to do with the decommissioned 1913 New Canaan Library building serves as an idea-starter for preserving other notable landmarks across Connecticut and the United States.
An art gallery exhibit at Eastern Connecticut State University displays art made in prison as part of criminal reform efforts.
New Britain-native and Western Connecticut State University Graduate Guillermo "Gizmo" Rivera discusses his LA-based visual effects career and journey.
Local authors and historians Christine Rockledge and Steven DePolito are working to dispel rumors of ghosts at the Norwich State Hospital, while they work on a new video documentary about the abandoned mental health facility. The Town of Preston provides an exclusive update on site remediation.
Quenching thirst since 1912, Hosmer Mountain Soda co-owner Bill Potvin goes over the story of the Willimantic-hubbed beverage maker.
The Vernon Historical Society remembers former resident artist Charles Ethan Porter whose works in the late 1800s made him a success locally and abroad, decades before the rise of Rockville's Gene Pitney.
Founder's Nature Center and Land Trust President Vince LaFontan explains their maple syrup program and an upcoming pancake breakfast.
Space travel is the next journey for filmmaker Brendan Hall, a native of Marlborough, CT.
Just ahead of Valentine's Day, it's a tasty edition of Spotlight Connecticut with Carmen Romeo from Fascia's Chocolates in Waterbury.
Marking its sixth expansion in only four years of operation, Golf Lounge 18 introduces its Canton virtual golf location.
Bowzer, of Sha Na Na fame, runs down his Rock 'N' Doo-Wop Party Volume 21 a week before the show at the Mohegan Sun Arena.
Morgan Cunningham runs down activities across Connecticut to celebrate the 2023 New Year
Morgan Cunningham reviews a series of holiday shopping interviews he did, leading up to Christmas: 2022.
Square dancers Bill Mager and Deb Sweeney spread word of local modern square dance clubs in Glastonbury, Farmington, Enfield, Newtown, and Wilton, Connecticut, that are part of an international square dancing association.
Local guitarist Jimi Bell chats with me about his bands, upcoming shows in Connecticut, and 1986 Ozzy Osbourne audition.
Divorced mother of two, turned matchmaker, Jill Dunn explains her Connecticut-based services and events for singles.
Spiritual Medium Maura Geist discusses her readings after an in-person event in Willington.