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Brian & Company

Brian Shactman wakes Connecticut up with all the information you need to start your day. News, weather, traffic and sports plus, interviews with the people making the news each day. It’s the perfect way to start your day informed and entertained – Mornings with Brian & Company 5:30am-9am!
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Episodes

The Legend Continues

Legendary Connecticut Coach Jim Calhoun joins Dom Amore in studio to discuss their upcoming book and share a few stories with Brian and Company.

Jul 15, 202538 min

A Crowded Governor's Race

Former House Minority Leader Themis Klarides joins us to discuss the possibility of a crowded field for the Governor's race in the state of Connecticut.

Jul 15, 202522 min

Solid Journalism

Ed Mahony from the Courant has been all over the PURA situation here in the state of Connecticut. He calls to give us an update on the latest and how it could impact the Governor's hope for a third term.

Jul 14, 20259 min

New Show Here on WTIC

Jamie Markley is one-third of the hosts of Markley, Van Camp and Robbins as heard here on WTIC from 6-9 pm. He talks about their show and what it brings.

Jul 14, 20257 min

State of Politics in CT

Kevin Rennie joins us to discuss Ned Lamont and how he may have an uphill climb for a third term.

Jul 14, 202510 min

Check of the Market

Jill Schlesinger joins us to discuss the latest from Wall Street and how you can be financially independent and comfortable.

Jul 14, 20258 min

D.C. Check Up

David Lightman checks in to give us the latest from DC.

Jul 11, 20258 min

Time for Ice Cream!

It is widely known across the state that Salem Valley Farms Ice Cream is in the top 3 spots for ice cream in the state of Connecticut. Abby Burke is the manager and she talks about the flavors and what goes into making it the top spot!

Jul 11, 20257 min

Crack a Cold One

Zack Adams is the owner of Fox Farms Brewery in Salem. It just happens to be Brian's favorite spot!

Jul 11, 202511 min

Fire and BBQ

Kevin Miligan from Gardner Lake Fire Department in Salem talks about life as a firefighter and a great event going down tonight!

Jul 11, 20259 min

Christmas in July!

We talked with Melissa Beers and Mike Smith from Salem's Economic Department about their Christmas in July event.

Jul 11, 20259 min

Wicked Southern Coffee

Kaylee welcomed us with open arms for Darting Across CT this morning to her lovely spot in Salem called Wicked Southern Coffee. She talks about her journey and how the name stuck!

Jul 11, 20259 min

Cyber Threats and AI

There have been recent AI fakes including fake calls using Marco Rubio's voice. There have been cyber attacks as well. So what is happening and how can we be safe against these attacks? Matt Shoemaker is a former Military Intelligence Officer. He calls to discuss the latest threats.

Jul 10, 202510 min

Tax Changes That May Impact You

Karen Perry from Brown Paindiris and Scott discusses how the Big Beautiful Bill and estate tax changes could mean for CT Residents.

Jul 10, 20257 min

The Big Short

Danny Moses is the man that The Big Short movie was based on. He calls in to discuss the latest on the market and tariffs.

Jul 10, 20258 min

From The Squared Circle to Politician

Former WWE Superstar "The Blueprint" Matt Morgan is now the mayor of Longwood Florida. He talks to us about his wrestling days, his turn to politician, and what the BBB means to his small town in Florida.

Jul 10, 202510 min

Connecticut Climate Ceader

Bryson Hull is the Deputy Northeast Director for Consumer Energy Alliance and Vice President of Strategic Communications for HBW Resources. He discusses how CT is trying to be the climate leader by 2050.

Jul 10, 20258 min

Social Media vs Our Kids

Lori DiMatteo is the Director of KidStrong. She explains the dangers of social media for the children and how parents can help.

Jul 09, 20258 min

Free Higher Education

Shai Reshef from University of the People discusses the tuition free education for students and how they are able to do it.

Jul 09, 20258 min

Keep Your Shoes On!

Dr. Sheldon Jacobson is an Aviation security expert. He talks about TSA's decision to allow travelers to keep their shoes on now through security checks.

Jul 09, 20256 min

UConn Playing Catch-Up?

CT Insider's Mike Anthony joins us to talk about UConn Athletics and how they can compete with the big money schools, especially in football.

Jul 08, 202510 min

Tech Tuesday

Erik Semmel from TAB Computer Systems and Computer Talk with TAB joins us for this week's Tech Tuesday.

Jul 08, 20258 min

5K For A Great Cause

David Hopkins is the President and CEO of The Urban League of Greater Hartford. He joins us to discuss the annual MOVE! 5K Race in Hartford on July 12th!

Jul 08, 20259 min

CT Business Blend

Hartford Business Journal's Greg Bordonaro joins us for this week's CT Business Blend where he discusses the numerous Parking spots expanding in Hartford.

Jul 07, 20258 min

Timeline of The Big Beautiful Bill

The Big Beautiful Bill has passed. So when can we start seeing results from it? Lisa Hagen from CT Mirror joins us to run it down.

Jul 07, 20257 min

An Unfathomable Tragedy

Chris Fox from KRLD in Texas calls in to talk about the flooding that has taken lives of adults and children.

Jul 07, 20256 min

The Triple-B

Ozzie Palomo from Chartwell Strategy discusses the latest on the Big Beautiful Bill!

Jul 07, 20258 min

Tariffs and Markets

Jill Schlesinger joins us to discuss the latest from the Stock Market and the very latest on the tariffs.

Jul 07, 20259 min

Veto Time

Representative Nick Gauthier joins us to discuss the veto of a state bill

Jul 03, 20259 min

A Very Happy Anniversary?

Sasha Allen from CT Mirror discusses her latest piece where she highlights the 4 year anniversary of legalized cannabis in the state of CT.

Jul 03, 20257 min
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