Connecticut East This Week Podcast Brian Scott-Smith
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Connecticut East This Week is a weekly news podcast covering the stories and community of Eastern Connecticut
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5th May 2024 - Sex trafficking is spiking in Connecticut since Covid 19, we find out more.
In this podcast episode ...
There were around 310 reports of it in 2023 alone, we’re talking about SEX trafficking and its happening right here in Connecticut.
We talk to two non-profits about the problem and how they and others are trying to combat it.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region -
28th April 2024 - We talk to the US Coast Guard Academy about the largest cadet cheating scandal in their history involving 55 cadets
In this podcast episode ...
It’s the biggest cadet cheating scandal in the Coast Guard Academy’s history.
We sit down with the Academy to find out how 55 cadets of the class of 2025 did it.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region -
21st April 2024 - We sit down with the new CEO of TVCCA, Joshua Kelly to talk about his vision for the 60 year old non-profit
In this podcast episode ...
It’s last CEO retired after 50 years, so what’s next for the non-profit TVCCA?
We sit down with the non-profits newest and youngest CEO, Joshua Kelly to find out his plans moving forward.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region -
14th April 2024 - Talking with Anne Miller, Executive Director of TEEG about the human services agency
In this podcast episode...
It’s a 40 year old human services agency in the far corner of the quiet corner of Connecticut.
We sit down with the Executive Director and find out about TEEG and the services it continues to provide to those in need.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region -
7th April 2024 - We're delving into immersive shopping experiences with female entrepreneur Ellie Greenberg
In this podcast episode ...
Traditional shopping is making way for immersive experiences, but what does that actually mean?
We talk to a female entrepreneur who has four immersive stores to find out the secret to her success.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region -
31st March 2024 - It's our 200th episode and we're talking to the Town of Manchester, CT as they celebrate 200 years
In this podcast episode ...
It’s our 200th episode.
And to celebrate this milestone we sat down with the Town of Manchester, who are continuing to celebrate their 200th birthday, looking at their past, present and future.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region