Do you still make a list of all the things you want to do before the summer’s end? We sure do!

Today, we will share some of our favorite summer happenings around the state and we want to hear yours too!

Connecticut Public pals Frankie Graziano and Francesca Fontanez join us to share their favorite summer spots. These Connecticut natives have all the best tips and secrets to making the most of your summer.

GUESTS:
Sheila Moeschen: author of "New England. Author of Book Lovers' New England: A guide to literary landmarks"
Francesca Fontanez: Connecticut Public’s lead Social Media Editor
Frankie Graziano: Host and producer of the Wheelhouse on Connecticut Public

Do you still make a list of all the things you want to do before the summer&rsquo;s end? We sure do!
Today, we will share some of&nbsp;<a href="https://ctvisit.com/articles/things-do-connecticut-summer">our favorite summer happenings</a>&nbsp;around the state and we want to hear yours too!
Connecticut Public pals Frankie Graziano and Francesca Fontanez join us to share their favorite summer spots. These Connecticut natives have all the best tips and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ctpublic.org/2024-06-27/connecticut-things-to-do-daytrips">secrets to making the most of your summer.</a>
GUESTS:
<ul>
<li>Sheila Moeschen:&nbsp;author of&nbsp;<a href="https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/book-lovers-new-england-a-guide-to-literary-landmarks-sheila-moeschen/e5b1fadd6c0697a0?ean=9781493089444">"New England. Author of Book Lovers' New England: A guide to literary landmarks"</a></li>
<li>Francesca Fontanez: Connecticut Public&rsquo;s lead Social Media Editor</li>
<li>Frankie Graziano:&nbsp;Host and producer of the Wheelhouse on Connecticut Public</li>
</ul>

Produced by Connecticut Public, 'Where We Live' puts Connecticut in context. Host Catherine Shen brings us fascinating, informed, in-depth conversations and stories beyond news headlines.  We start local, but we take time to explore domestic and international issues and consider how they impact us personally and here at home.

Produced by Connecticut Public, '<a href="https://www.ctpublic.org/show/where-we-live/about">Where We Live'</a> puts Connecticut in context. Host Catherine Shen brings us fascinating, informed, in-depth conversations and stories beyond news headlines.  We start local, but we take time to explore domestic and international issues and consider how they impact us personally and here at home.

Where We Live is a call-in talk show about who we are in Connecticut and our place in the world.

Where We Live

Produced by Connecticut Public, '<a href="https://www.ctpublic.org/show/where-we-live/about">Where We Live'</a> puts Connecticut in context. Host Catherine Shen brings us fascinating, informed, in-depth conversations and stories beyond news headlines.  We start local, but we take time to explore domestic and international issues and consider how they impact us personally and here at home.

Making the most of summer in Connecticut

In 2025, there were nearly 200 animal cruelty cases in Connecticut.

Ten years ago, Connecticut passed “Desmond’s Law” a landmark animal welfare bill that allows attorneys to advocate for animals involved in abuse.

Animal abuse and neglect is complicated. Hoarding cases might start small, but getting out of hand very quickly. Local shelters can be a first line of defense against these situations.

Today, we get an update on animal welfare in Connecticut, from shelters and advocates around the state.

GUESTS:
James Bias: Executive Director at Connecticut Humane Society
Jessica Rubin: Associate Dean, J. Agnes Burns Professor of Law and Director of the Animal Law Clinic at the University of Connecticut
Cesar Perea: Associate Vice President of Rescue at the American Humane Society

In 2025, there were nearly 200&nbsp;<a href="https://ctnewsjunkie.com/2026/01/27/as-animal-cruelty-cases-rise-in-connecticut-advocates-push-to-elevate-starvation-to-a-felony/">animal cruelty cases</a>&nbsp;in Connecticut.
Ten years ago, Connecticut passed &ldquo;Desmond&rsquo;s Law&rdquo; a landmark animal welfare bill that allows attorneys to advocate for animals involved in abuse.
Animal abuse and neglect is complicated. Hoarding cases might start small, but getting out of hand very quickly. Local shelters can be a first line of defense against these situations.
Today, we get an update on animal welfare in Connecticut, from shelters and advocates around the state.
GUESTS:
<ul>
<li>James Bias:&nbsp;Executive Director at&nbsp;<a href="https://cthumane.org/">Connecticut Humane Society</a></li>
<li>Jessica Rubin:&nbsp;Associate Dean, J. Agnes Burns Professor of Law and Director of the&nbsp;<a href="https://law.uconn.edu/academics/clinics-experiential-education/animal-law-clinic/">Animal Law Clinic at the University of Connecticut</a></li>
<li>Cesar Perea:&nbsp;Associate Vice President of Rescue at the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.americanhumane.org/">American Humane Society</a></li>
</ul>

What happens after animal abuse is reported?

Up to 80% of women will develop uterine fibroids by age 50, but many people still don’t know what they are or how they can affect daily life.

This hour, we break down the basics of fibroids, from symptoms and diagnosis to the treatment options available.

And later, as summer temperatures rise, we hear from an emergency physician about how extreme heat affects the body and who is most at risk. Plus, we learn practical advice for keeping yourself and your family safe during the hottest days of the year.

Guests:
Dr. Cheruba Prabakar: Obstetrician and Gynecologist at Lamorinda Gynecology and Surgery, author of “Fibroids: Finally Heard” 
Dr. Cynthia Laverne Price: Emergency Medicine Physician at Hartford Healthcare

Up to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/uterine-fibroids#:~:text=An%20estimated%2020%25%20to%2050,so%20they%20are%20often%20undiagnosed">80% of women</a>&nbsp;will develop uterine fibroids by age 50, but many people still don&rsquo;t know what they are or how they can affect daily life.
This hour, we break down the basics of fibroids, from symptoms and diagnosis to the treatment options available.
And later, as summer temperatures rise, we hear from an emergency physician about how extreme heat affects the body and who is most at risk. Plus, we learn practical advice for keeping yourself and your family safe during the hottest days of the year.
Guests:
<ul>
<li>Dr. Cheruba Prabakar:&nbsp;Obstetrician and Gynecologist at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lamorindagyn.com/">Lamorinda Gynecology and Surgery</a>, author of &ldquo;<a href="https://www.thefibroiddoc.com/the-book">Fibroids: Finally Heard</a>&rdquo;&nbsp;</li>
<li><a href="https://hartfordhospital.org/find-a-doctor/physician-detail?id=003j000000GCwqIAAT">Dr. Cynthia Laverne Price:</a>&nbsp;Emergency Medicine Physician at Hartford Healthcare</li>
</ul>

Fibroids, extreme heat, and the health issues we overlook

It takes a lot of work to help preserve Connecticut's nearly 140 parks and forests. Today, we learn what that looks like across our state.

We hear from the Connecticut Forest and Park Association and learn about their efforts to pass down land stewardship to the next generation.

Plus, Connecticut state parks are a treasure trove of Indigenous history. A local author shares their guide on hiking Indigenous lands across the state.

To explore more or plan a park trip, visit ctparks.com.

GUESTS:
Joey Listro: Executive Director of Connecticut Forest and Park Association
Jay Levy: Author of "Hiking Indigenous Lands of Connecticut and Massachusetts," tribal consultant for the New England Trail and an archeologist for the Mohegan Tribe
Mason Trumble: Deputy Commissioner at Connecticut Department of Energy and Environment Protection (CT DEEP)

It takes a lot of work to help preserve <a href="https://portal.ct.gov/deep/state-parks/connecticut-state-parks-and-forests">Connecticut's nearly 140 parks and forests</a>. Today, we learn what that looks like across our state.
We hear from the Connecticut Forest and Park Association and learn about their efforts to pass down land stewardship to the next generation.
Plus, Connecticut state parks are a treasure trove of Indigenous history. A local author shares their guide on hiking Indigenous lands across the state.
To explore more or plan a park trip, visit <a href="https://ctparks.com/">ctparks.com</a>.
GUESTS:
<ul>
<li>Joey Listro:&nbsp;Executive Director of&nbsp;<a href="https://ctwoodlands.org/">Connecticut Forest and Park Association</a></li>
<li>Jay Levy:&nbsp;Author of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Hiking-Indigenous-Lands-of-Connecticut-and-Massachusetts/Jay-Levy/9781493092826">"Hiking Indigenous Lands of Connecticut and Massachusetts,"</a>&nbsp;tribal consultant for the New England Trail and an archeologist for the Mohegan Tribe</li>
<li>Mason Trumble:&nbsp;Deputy Commissioner at&nbsp;<a href="https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/State-Parks/Connecticut-State-Parks-and-Forests">Connecticut Department of Energy and Environment Protection (CT DEEP)</a></li>
</ul>

Making the most of summer in Connecticut

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