Kevin and Jenna chat with Casey Neal, famously known as the “Venmo Mom.” Casey shares her experience of going viral with her TikTok video where she humorously declares that she won’t be volunteering in her kids’ class activities but is more than happy to Venmo payment for supplies. She talks about the reactions she received…
In this episode, we’re joined by local teacher Tia Simone to talk about Connecticut’s new play-based learning law. Tia shares what this means for teachers and students, how it’s being used in classrooms, and the impact it’s having. We explore how play is being used to enhance learning. image credit: Getty Images
With the annual Star 99.9 Surfside Hotel Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth just around the corner, we’re chatting with Jenny Shea Rawn, a registered dietician and seafood lover, about her favorite bluefish recipes and tips for preparing your catch. Jenny also shares her insights on what makes bluefish such a unique and flavorful option for…
With the annual Star 99.9 Surfside Hotel Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth just around the corner, we’re chatting with Ben from All American Bait and Tackle in Norwalk about the extensive preparation that goes into a tournament of this scale. Ben also shares his predictions on how much the winning fish could weigh by the…
With the annual Star 99.9 Surfside Hotel Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth just around the corner, we’re chatting with Rich from Branford Bait and Tackle about the extensive preparation that goes into a tournament of this magnitude. Plus, we get the scoop on the biggest fish ever weighed in the shop.
Historic rainfall caused severe flooding in many Connecticut towns. Kevin and Jenna dive into the science behind why so much rain fell in Southwest Connecticut on Sunday night. Meteorologist Ashley Baylor joins to explain why this event was so challenging to predict and what people really mean when they refer to ‘a 1000-year flood.’
Historic rainfall caused severe flooding and damage in many Connecticut towns on Sunday evening, leaving many residents stranded in buildings as waters rose. Jeremy Rodorigo, Director of Beacon Falls Emergency Management, shares the remarkable story of the rescue of 19 people and a dog in Oxford.
Historic rainfall caused severe flooding and damage in many Connecticut towns on Sunday evening. Terry Rooney, First Selectman of Monroe, joins Kevin and Jenna to provide an update on the town’s status after the storms and shares what he is grateful for as the community begins to rebuild.
Today, Kevin and Jenna chat with Jake Sussman, Founder, President, and Program Director at Superpower Mentors, an organization dedicated to empowering the next generation of neurodiverse thinkers to confidently succeed in any environment. Jake shares valuable insights on managing the anxiety that often accompanies the start of a new school year and discusses effective outlets…
Kevin and Jenna welcome Liane from Big Green Truck Pizza to the studio to discuss the upcoming CT Pizza and Brew Fest, presented by Brown Roofing! Big Green Truck Pizza, Connecticut’s first antique wood-fired pizza truck, is a beloved local business that brings wood-fired pizza right to your event, made fresh on-site with top-quality ingredients.…