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Produced by Connecticut Public, 'Where We Live' puts Connecticut in context. Host Catherine Shen brings us fascinating, informed, in-depth conversations and stories beyond news headlines. We start local, but we take time to explore domestic and international issues and consider how they impact us personally and here at home.

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Advanced degrees are increasingly out of reach for many. Receiving financial aid has gotten more difficult too.

Many schools are already rethinking how they support their graduate students.

We'll get an update on financial aid and hear what some ... more

A recent study found that the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline may have contributed to a decline in suicide deaths among young people.

This hour, we learn what the research tells us and what questions remain.

We also hear from Connecticut advocates ... more

There currently are over 2,000 confirmed cases of measles in the United States of America, including some cases in Connecticut’s surrounding states.

Today, we get an update on measles closer to home, and abroad.

Plus, we’ll hear about the Ebola o... more

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Actor and playwright Sam Shepard wrote over 40 plays and worked with some of the biggest names in entertainment.

After his death, Connecticut biographer Robert Dowling started a journey to learn everything he could about this larger-than-life artis... more

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Matt Hart
Executive Director, Capitol Region Council of Governments (CRCOG)
CRCOG
Episode: How transportation decisions shape daily life across Connecticut
Carlos Mouta
Owner and CEO of Parkville Market
Parkville Market
Episode: How transportation decisions shape daily life across Connecticut
Yvette Highsmith
Regional Vice President, Community Health Center, Inc.
Community Health Center, Inc.
Episode: How transportation decisions shape daily life across Connecticut
Vivian Amsterdam
Senior at Simsbury High School
Simsbury High School
Episode: CT high school students lead the effort to preserve local AAPI history
Raelyn Medina
Senior at Simsbury High School
Simsbury High School
Episode: CT high school students lead the effort to preserve local AAPI history
Jason Oliver Chang
Associate Professor of History and Asian American Studies at UConn
University of Connecticut
Episode: CT high school students lead the effort to preserve local AAPI history
Michelle Henry
English and Asian American Studies teacher at Simsbury High School
Simsbury High School
Episode: CT high school students lead the effort to preserve local AAPI history
Dhriti Mallavarapu
Senior at Simsbury High School
Simsbury High School
Episode: CT high school students lead the effort to preserve local AAPI history
Alan Sheiness
Astronomy enthusiast; treasurer on the Board of Directors for the Lyme Land Trust
Lyme Land Trust
Episode: Can CT light the way on protecting our night skies?

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Catherine Shen
Host of Where We Live

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 59 ratings
  • Always worth your time

    We have lots of choices for news and information. This should be top of your list. Well-researched and deeper than clickbait headlines. Even if the topic isn’t for me, I’ll give it five minutes to see if I get hooked.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jaybeesq
    United States2 months ago
  • Learning local

    Love learning more about CT after just recently moving here. Exploring through a podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LeGoodolato
    United States9 months ago
  • ProPublica Shrub Oak Coverage

    Thank you for using the recent ProPublica investigation into Shrub Oak Int School as a platform to discuss ways in which we can provide equitable and meaningful support for autistic children and their families. Every thoughtful conversation raises awareness which is halfway to awareness on the way to advocacy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    smcnall
    United States2 years ago
  • Can’t get past it

    Host doing quietest ASMR voice while guests speak at a normal volume. This means you either have to constantly adjust the volume or get blasted with sound when the normal voices speak. Do they not listen once they’ve released it?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Samandz
    United States2 years ago
  • Misophonia

    I LOVE this show, but I can’t listen to it because the host puts her mouth too close to the microphone, making her mouth noises (clicking or popping) unavoidable no matter what I do with the volume etc. I can’t listen anymore, which is too bad.

    Apple Podcasts
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    this.is.a.nickname.ok
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners value in-depth, well-researched conversations beyond headlines.
Some listeners note production volume quirks but overall praise the show's impact and local relevance.
A consistently thoughtful CT-focused program that connects local issues to broader trends.
Guests are diverse and well-chosen, sparking meaningful civic dialogue.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Getting to know host Catherine Shen through music and some (not so) warm, fuzzy memories
Q: Who is Catherine Shen to you, in your own words?
She is a curious, empathetic journalist who uses music and memory to understand herself and the world, constantly seeking connection across cultures.
CT high school students lead the effort to preserve local AAPI history
Q: What sparked the Make Us Count project at Simsbury High School?
Students noticed gaps in public data reporting on Asian American students, which led them to collect oral histories to reveal lived experiences behind the numbers.
Supporting troops at every stage of life: A conversation with the National Guard
Q: What motivates you to stay in the Guard or to continue serving after deployments?
Panelists cite a sense of community, meaningful work, and the opportunity to help others, along with the ability to balance civilian careers with service.
Chef Ham El-Waylly serves up comfort and nostalgia in 'Hello, Home Cooking'
Q: What's your view on using a microwave in cooking?
The microwave is a valuable tool for quick, efficient cooking, especially for steaming vegetables, and can be preferred over an air fryer in many cases.
Chef Ham El-Waylly serves up comfort and nostalgia in 'Hello, Home Cooking'
Q: How did sharing your grief through the cookbook affect you personally?
It felt therapeutic, helping me process loss and turn private pain into something readers could connect with and learn from.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Where We Live

What is Where We Live about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Residents and professionals in Connecticut tune in for in-depth conversations that connect local life with wider domestic and global issues. Episodes cover public policy, health care, culture, aging, technology, and environmental topics, often featuring researchers, journalists, authors, and state or regional leaders. A standout trait is a strong emphasis on community impact and policy context, with guests ranging from poets and educators to public officials and industry experts. The show tends to blend thoughtful storytelling with practical takeaways for residents, making it useful for listeners who want to understand how local happenings intersect with broader trends. A notable strength is its consistent focus on CT-specific angles while ... more

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Recent guests on Where We Live include:

1. Matt Hart
2. Carlos Mouta
3. Yvette Highsmith
4. Vivian Amsterdam
5. Raelyn Medina
6. Jason Oliver Chang
7. Michelle Henry
8. Dhriti Mallavarapu

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