On Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli, Jennifer Hopper, Associate Professor of Political Science at Southern Connecticut State University called in to talk about how the Coronavirus has affected the political world and President Trump. State Senator Kevin Kelly joined in to talk about how Coronavirus is affecting local politics. We also carried Governor Ned Lamont's press conference calling for the "Stay Safe, Stay At Home" initiative.
Mar 20, 2020•33 min
Mary Ann just got back from Italy amidst the coronavirus pandemic (0:00) Nora Duncan, AARP Connecticut director (14:29) Ashley's friend Dalia, sonogrammer recently fitted with a M95 mask (18:24) New Haven Mayor Justin Elicker checks in, as does Ashley's mom (23:29) Scot Haney from Channel 3 WFSB (37:54) Gary Phelan, employment attorney from Mitchell and Sheehan (47:48) Jim Marpe Westport first selectman (1:00:53) Aly from the Red Cross (1:07:14) The latest news across Connecticut (1:10:31)...
Mar 20, 2020•1 hr 27 min
Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli continued it's coverage of the Coronavirus Pandemic, first hosting Joan Kreiger, the coordinator of Respiratory Therapy Program at Southern Connecticut State University to talk about the effects of the coronavirus on ones lungs. Later on Paul spoke to Norwalk Mayor Harry Rilling on how the pandemic is effecting his city.
Mar 19, 2020•20 min
Dr. Browne, Chief Medical Officer at Griffin Health, with the latest on Coronavirus in Connecticut (0:00) Tina from HomeAides on what to know before sending someone to check in on your parents or grandparents (12:23) Carrie, a mom who had her daughter tested for coronavirus (16:33) Oxford First Selectman George Temple and Scot Haney check in (23:59) Gil from Connecticut Childrens Hospital (33:02) Cameron a manager from Market 32 with a message for you (41:18) Reporter George Colli has a story th...
Mar 19, 2020•1 hr 11 min
On today's Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli, Paul spoke to Dr. Myriam Sidibe, a public-health expert, about the importance of washing your hands. Charlie Carroll, the executive director and former ring master of the Barnum Festival spoke to Paul about the festival's postponement. Then the New Haven Chamber of Commerce called to give us an update.
Mar 18, 2020•25 min
DR. RON CLARK UPDATES ON THE HEALTH ACROSS CONNECTICUT (0:00) RUSS HACKMANN OF HACKMANN WEALTH PARTNERS (11:32) REPUBLICAN LEADER THEMIS KLARIDES BREAKS DOWN WHAT KIND OF FINANCIAL AID CONNECTICUT CAN EXPECT FROM THE FEDS; BRIAN FOLEY EXPLAINS HOW LAW ENFORCEMENT IS HANDLING THE COVID-19 CRISIS (17:33) SURVIVALIST KEVIN ESTRELA EXPLAINS WHAT TO DO IF THINGS GET ANY WORSE (NO NEED TO PANIC THIS IS JUST IN CASE INFORMATION) (30:41) MARK COOPER, DIRECTOR OF HEALTH FOR WESTPORT AND WESTON, GIVES US ...
Mar 18, 2020•1 hr 22 min
Volkswagen Presents Warren Miller’s Timeless is coming to the Palace Theatre in Stamford on November 22, Allan got to chat with skier Catie Zeliff about her first time appearing in a Warren Miller film, her ski experiences growing up on the East Coast, injuries she's had, being crowned Jackson Hole's inaugural Queen of Corbet's, and much more!
Nov 13, 2019•11 min
For the third consecutive year, Letizia's Pizza in Norwalk has offered a special pie for the month of October and every dollar goes to the American Cancer Society. Dennis Letizia and Danny Segers stopped by to tell Allan the story of how it came together, the Letizia's story, and to settle once and for all if pineapples belong on pizza.
Oct 25, 2019•9 min
You know him from the Office, Hot Tub Time Machine, and This is the End, Craig Robinson stopped by the studio this morning! See him at Vinnie Brand's Stress Factory this weekend!
Sep 20, 2019•18 min
Their last fight ended in a No Contest, and ahead of his rematch at Bellator 225 against Sergei Kharitonov at Webster Bank Arena Saturday night, Matt Mitrione stopped by to chat with Allan about moving from football to MMA, his first time stepping into the octagon, what it's like for a fighter in the days and hours leading up to a big fight, and more! Get tickets here !
Aug 21, 2019•13 min
Ahead of his show this Friday night at the Fairfield Comedy Club , J.P. McDade stopped by to chat with Allan about growing up in Fairfield County, his career in comedy, and the way he kicks off every single weekend on social media.
Aug 15, 2019•10 min
The weekend of August 24 and 25, Mill River Park will have over 25 food trucks, live music, a beer garden, and much more as the 3rd annual Hey Stamford! Food Festival happens! P.J. Kennedy from Hey Stamford! stopped by to tell Allan all about it!
Aug 09, 2019•7 min
Before making his hometown MMA debut, "Notorious" Nick Newell stopped by to chat with Allan about his life and fighting career and growing up in Connecticut. See him in action on Saturday, August 24, at Bellator 225 at Webster Bank Arena in Bridgeport!
Aug 08, 2019•15 min
On August 16 and 17, local actors and Broadway professionals will perform "Bye Bye Birdie" in Fairfield. Kristin Huffman, artistic director and founder of the non-profit New Paradigm Theatre, and Cameron Burrill, who is playing "Conrad Birdie" in the show, stopped by to chat with Allan about the history of NPT, this year's show, and their community involvement.
Jul 31, 2019•13 min
Friday, July 19 is the annual Fighting Angels Foundation Golf Tournament of Angels at Whitney Farms Golf Course in Monroe. Tournament organizer Sean Rabinowitz stopped by to talk with Allan about how the Fighting Angels Foundation got started, and the work that they do to battle the rare disease Angelman Syndrome. Learn more at http://fightingangelsfoundation.com/ .
Jul 11, 2019•10 min
This Monday, July 1, kicks off the 22nd annual Hot Summer Fun at Mohegan Sun! Director of Transportation Derrick Williams stopped by to tell Allan all about the games, promotions, concerts, and the newest nightclub that just opened this past weekend!
Jun 25, 2019•7 min
Before he headlines Vinnie Brand's Stress Factory this week, comedian Joe Praino talked with Allan about his start as a radio intern, going to high school in Greenwich, his (many) podcasts, and much more!
Jun 24, 2019•12 min
He's a comedian, a host, a podcaster, an actor...John Fugelsang will be coming to Vinnie Brand's Stress Factory in Bridgeport for one show only this Sunday night and he stopped by to chat with Allan before the show!
Jun 19, 2019•11 min
Ahead of their show with Ace Frehley on July 3 at the Westchester County Center, Ratt frontman and founding member Stephen Pearcy stopped by to chat with Allan about the 35th anniversary of "Out of the Cellar," his passion for race cars, the pop culture impact of "Round and Round," and more! Image: LUIS BLANCO / PR Photos
Jun 14, 2019•9 min
On June 30, an original play by 20-year old Melody Rose (aka Ilissa Davison) called "A Deadly Game of Chess" will have its world premiere at the Fairfield Theatre Company. She stopped by to tell Allan how it all came together...
Jun 11, 2019•13 min
Jenny Hubbard, the mother of Catherine Violet Hubbard, who lost her life during the Sandy Hook tragedy, stopped by to talk about the 5th annual Catherine's Butterfly Party - a FREE family festival with pet adoption event this Saturday, at Fairfield Hills Campus in Newtown, and the foundation’s development of the new animal sanctuary.
Jun 06, 2019•10 min
Before he comes to the Ridgefield Playhouse this Sunday, Seth Meyers stopped by to chat with Allan about his days at Saturday Night Live, comic books, Game of Thrones, being a part of history at the 2011 White House Correspondents' Dinner, and more! Image: Tom Walck / PR Photos
Jun 05, 2019•11 min
Tina Tison and Dave Sigworth from the Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk stopped by to chat with Allan about their second annual Auto Show on Saturday, June 8, featuring rare cars named for and inspired by marine animals - plus we talk a bit about whether Cabot the Great White Shark was really in Long Island Sound!
May 30, 2019•14 min
The Regional Center for the Arts in Trumbull is an interdistrict magnet high school for Fairfield County students interested in the performing arts. Students from towns including New Canaan, Norwalk, Stamford, Weston, Westport, Wilton and more can attend. Sarah and Christian stopped by to chat with Allan about the school and their upcoming Spring concerts.
May 21, 2019•13 min
Mark Weiss has created iconic images of Bon Jovi, Freddie Mercury, Bruce Springsteen, Ozzy Osbourne and dozens more. He's teamed up with Steve Lacy, Fox 5 New York City anchorman, and turned them into signature, one-of-a-kind screen-printed canvas artworks - part of the “Good Times, Big Hair” exhibit - opening Thursday evening, May 16th at C. Parker Gallery in Greenwich. The WEISSGUY himself stopped by First Thing Fairfield County to tell Allan all about it, and the stories behind iconic photos ...
May 01, 2019•13 min
He went from being a heart surgeon to the "Jon Stewart of the Arab world" before being exiled from Egypt. He'll tell his story at Vinnie Brand's Stress Factory comedy club May 2-4 for their first anniversary party. Bassem Youssef stopped by First Thing Fairfield County to talk about it!
Apr 29, 2019•9 min
When David Lee Roth left Van Halen in 1985, the band had to decide on what to do. They ultimately found a new lead singer in Sammy Hagar, and the first album "5150" reached #1 on this date, April 26, 1986, the first time the band ever reached the top. Allan looks back in today's Classic Rock Calendar… Image: Daniel Locke / PR Photos
Apr 26, 2019•2 min
On Saturday, May 4, the 10th annual New Canaan Dog Days will be held at the New Canaan Nature Center to benefit Adopt-a-Dog. Pet Pantry Warehouse Executive Vice President Adam Jacobson stopped by First Thing Fairfield County to tell Allan all about it, plus tonight's Yappy Hour at Gates Restaurant! For more info on this year's event, check out https://www.facebook.com/NewCanaanDogDays/
Apr 23, 2019•8 min
AC/DC had a big decision to make in the wake of Bon Scott's death in 1980 - would they break up or would they try things with a new lead singer? On April 19 they announced Brian Johnson would join the band - and the rest was history! Allan looks back in today's Classic Rock Calendar… Image: Adam Bielawski / PR Photos
Apr 19, 2019•2 min
Saturday, May 4, the 3rd annual Norwalk Veterinary Hospital fundraiser will be held at the St. Ann Club in Norwalk! Event organizer Sue Gabriele stopped by First Thing Fairfield County with veterinarian Dr. Janice Duffy and Fairfield police officer Sgt. Hector Irizarry - with K9 officer Jake - to talk about it! To purchase tickets, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/st-anns-entertainment/norwalk-veterinary-hospital-animal-nation-k9-fundraiser-2019/1725484944224662/ or call Sue at 203-984-3169...
Apr 18, 2019•10 min
