Author Celeste Ng is familiar with the push and pull of adolescence.

In May, Ng had a conversation with Simsbury High School students and Where We Live host Catherine Shen. Students at Simsbury High School recently launched a documentary initiative called “Make Us Count,” inspired by the themes of identity and belonging in Celeste Ng’s books. Today, we listen back to that conversation

Listen to our episode on the Simsbury High School AAPI documentary and oral history project here.

Where We Live is available on Apple Podcasts,Spotify, Amazon Music, TuneIn, Listen Notes, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an episode.

<a href="https://www.celesteng.com/">Author Celeste Ng</a> is familiar with the push and pull of adolescence.
In May, Ng had a conversation with Simsbury High School students and Where We Live host Catherine Shen. Students at Simsbury High School recently launched a documentary initiative called &ldquo;Make Us Count,&rdquo; inspired by the themes of identity and belonging in Celeste Ng&rsquo;s books. Today, we listen back to that conversation
Listen to our episode on the Simsbury High School AAPI documentary and oral history project <a href="https://www.ctpublic.org/show/where-we-live/2026-05-21/ct-high-school-students-lead-the-effort-to-preserve-local-aapi-history">here.</a>
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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.

Novelist Celeste Ng on great first lines and themes of identity and belonging

The World Cup has come to a close, but soccer's impact reaches far beyond this global tournament.

This hour, we explore how the sport has grown from a niche pastime in America to our most popular youth sport – and why it's often called the world's universal language.

From immigrant communities to local professional clubs and the sport's very passionate supporters, we'll look at how soccer creates spaces where people from different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives come together, even during a politically divisive moment.

Guests:
Brian Bunk: historian at the University of Massachusetts Amherst
Shavar Thomas: Lead Coach for CT United FC
Lukas Kamrath: Defender for CT United FC
Douglas Hernandez: Member of “Raza Brava,” a dedicated Hartford Athletic supporter group that brings Latino flair and culture to the stands.
Jake Fenner: Member of “Bonanza,” official, unified, and independent supporters group of Hartford Athletic

The World Cup has come to a close, but soccer's impact reaches far beyond this global tournament.
This hour, we explore how the sport has grown from a niche pastime in America to our most popular youth sport &ndash; and why it's often called the world's universal language.
From immigrant communities to local professional clubs and the sport's very passionate supporters, we'll look at how soccer creates spaces where people from different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives come together, even during a politically divisive moment.
Guests:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://brianbunk.umasscreate.net/">Brian Bunk</a>: historian at the University of Massachusetts Amherst</li>
<li>Shavar Thomas: Lead Coach for&nbsp;<a href="https://ctunited.com/">CT United FC</a></li>
<li>Lukas Kamrath: Defender for&nbsp;<a href="https://ctunited.com/">CT United FC</a></li>
<li>Douglas Hernandez: Member of &ldquo;Raza Brava,&rdquo; a dedicated Hartford Athletic supporter group that brings Latino flair and culture to the stands.</li>
<li>Jake Fenner: Member of &ldquo;<a href="https://www.bonanzahfd.com/">Bonanza</a>,&rdquo; official, unified, and independent supporters group of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hartfordathletic.com/">Hartford Athletic</a><a href="https://www.bonanzahfd.com/"></a></li>
</ul>

The World Cup: A global game in a divided moment

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>

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>

Novelist Celeste Ng on great first lines and themes of identity and belonging

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