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Long Story Short

Ebong Udoma, CT Mirror
Connecticut
Connecticut Cannabis Social Equity Funds
Wage Theft
Connecticut Labor Department
Backlog Of Wage Complaints
New Haven Climate Movement
Alcohol-Related Deaths
State Budget
Climate Anxiety
Climate Change
Special Education
Connecticut's Children's Mental Health Care System
Grants Distribution
Social Equity Council
Athena Healthcare Systems
Legislative Proposals
High School Students
Connecticut Mirror
WSHU Public Radio
Bridgeport

A collaboration between WSHU Public Radio and the CT Mirror, “Long Story Short” goes behind the scenes of public policy journalism in Connecticut. Each week, WSHU’s award-winning senior political reporter Ebong Udoma interviews the journalists and newsmakers presented in the Mirror’s long-form Sunday feature. It’s smart conversation about thoughtful journalism.

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WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Jan Ellen Spiegel to discuss her article, “Could CT have a nuclear energy future? Not if you’re in a rush,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Ginny Monk to discuss her article written with Dave Altimari and Sophie Chou, “CT towing companies frequently value cars low, allowing them to sell vehicles quickly,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long... more

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Emilia Otte to discuss her article, “UConn grapples with the legacy of a CT institution for the disabled,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Mark Pazniokas to discuss his article, “CT Democrats targeting open Republican municipal seats,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Jan Ellen Spiegel to discuss her article, “CT needs to plan for its energy future, but the view is cloudy,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Dana Edwards to discuss his article, “26 years after lobster die-off, CT lobstermen reflect on a net loss,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s John Moritz to discuss his article, “In some CT towns, clouds form over new solar developments,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.

WSHU’s Ebong Udoma spoke with CT Mirror’s Mark Pazniokas to discuss his article, “It’s clear Lamont wants a 3rd term, less so what he would do,” as part of the collaborative podcast Long Story Short.

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Ebong Udoma
Host and senior political reporter, known for engaging interviews that bring public policy discussions to the forefront.

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How UConn researchers are looking into the history of a CT institution for the disabled
Q: Could you just tell us a little bit about that?
The research included testimonies from family members of former residents and former employees who witnessed the transitions at the training school.
How UConn researchers are looking into the history of a CT institution for the disabled
Q: What was so fascinating about the story?
The history tells us much about how society thinks about neurodivergent individuals and how it evolves over time.
Clouds form over CT’s clean energy plans
Q: First of all, let's just be clear. Is there any future for clean coal?
There is no clean coal; it refers to unproven technology that captures emissions from coal plants.
Clouds form over CT’s clean energy plans
Q: Is that what prompted you to explore this issue more?
The investigation into Connecticut's energy future was already underway due to various actions by the Trump administration.
CT lobstermen reflect on the industry’s glory days
Q: As a visuals reporter, what got you interested in telling this story? Was it the allure of going out on the sound on a fishing boat?
Dana Edwards shares his background of living on a sailboat and his curiosity as a new Visuals Fellow exploring waterfront towns. He was motivated to find out what happened to the lobster industry and its fishermen after sampling lobster rolls and discovering that most lobsters now come from outside Connecticut.

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Focusing on public policy issues in Connecticut, the content engages listeners with in-depth conversations about critical local narratives and challenges. Topics often include education funding disparities, the opioid crisis, and immigration complexities, highlighting personal stories and expert insights that resonate with community concerns. Notably, it blends journalistic rigor with local storytelling, fostering a deeper understanding of the political landscape while keeping the audience connected to relevant issues that impact their lives and communities. Episodes often feature interviews with journalists, policymakers, and experts, providing listeners with a multifaceted perspective on timely matters.

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