The Lisa Wexler Show

The Lisa Wexler Show

Are you looking for information you can rely on? Gracie-Award Winner Lisa Wexler interviews newsmakers, celebrities (including her sister, RHONY Jill Zarin) and all kinds of extraordinary people doing the most extraordinary things. Based in CT, but still carrying that NY accent, Lisa is a suburban wife & mom who is passionate about justice, our planet, animal welfare and innovation. Lisa is also the Probate Judge of Westport, CT, having been elected both as a Republican & as a Democrat. Savvy, curious, and full of common sense, Lisa promises that you will learn something new in every podcast. If you like what you hear, we would appreciate your support. For less than the cost of a cup of coffee per month, you can get the whole show without any commercials, whenever you want. Plus you'll be invited to exclusive events to meet Lisa, have lunch and tour the studio. Please consider becoming a subscriber. Lisa Wexler is the co-author of "Secrets of a Jewish Mother" with her sister Jill Zarin & mom Gloria Kamen. She has won many broadcasting awards, including the prestigious Gracie Award and the National Women's Press Award. A more complete bio is at lisawexler.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Cornell 7: What Kind of Sexual Culture Is Cornell Promoting?

October 16, 2026 • 25 mins
Jared Lederman, a Cornell University senior and founder of Take Back America, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss his opinion piece, “What Cornell Teaches Its Students About Sex.” In the wake of the Cornell 7 allegations, Lederman questions whether the university’s promotion of “sex positivity” undermines its commitment to student safety. He also shares his account of being kicked out of his fraternity over h...

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WHOLE SHOW 10/14/26 Mark Shanahan, Mark Shelhamer ScD & Darrell Harris

October 14, 2026 • 92 mins
Lisa Wexler covers top daily news and interviews Mark Shanahan on the world premiere of Ken Ludwig’s Pride and Prejudice, Part 2: Napoleon at Pemberley, Mark Shelhamer ScD on his book ARE WE READY FOR MARS? & Darrell Harris about his State Representative run for the 135th disctrict.

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Are We Ready for Mars? A Conversation with Mark Shelhamer

October 14, 2026 • 10 mins
Mark Shelhamer, ScD, principal investigator of the Johns Hopkins Human Spaceflight Lab, professor at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and former chief scientist of NASA’s Human Research Program, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss his book, Are We Ready for Mars?

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Pride and Prejudice, Part 2: A World Premiere at Westport Country Playhouse

October 14, 2026 • 10 mins
Westport Country Playhouse Artistic Director Mark Shanahan joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the world premiere of “Ken Ludwig’s Pride and Prejudice, Part 2: Napoleon at Pemberley,” running October 20–November 7.

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Weston’s 2026 Reservoir Run: Fun Runs and Prizes

October 14, 2026 • 8 mins
Weston Kiwanis President Harry Spencer joins Lisa Wexler to preview the 2026 Reservoir Run, featuring fun runs and prizes, including four pairs of JetBlue round-trip tickets.

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Darrell Harris on His Run for Connecticut’s 135th District

October 14, 2026 • 15 mins
Easton Republican Town Committee Chairman Darrell Harris joins Lisa Wexler to discuss his campaign for state representative in Connecticut’s 135th District.

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IT'S NOT JUST BLACK & WHITE - Danbury White Supremacists & Waterbury Case Education Oversight

October 8, 2026 • 21 mins
Activist Wayne Winston joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the Cornell 7 case, the white supremacists protesting in Danbury and the Trump administration disbanding enforcement of school segregation protections.

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WHOLE SHOW 10/7/26 Kevin Rennie & Wayne Winston

October 7, 2026 • 94 mins
Lisa Wexler covers the day’s top news, including the Cornell 7 case and the third anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attack. Kevin Rennie shares his insights into the Kosta Diamantis case, and Wayne Winston discusses white supremacist protests in Danbury and the Trump administration’s rollback of oversight of school desegregation.

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Kevin Rennie: Corruption & Ignored Warnings in CT

October 7, 2026 • 23 mins
Journalist, attorney and former Connecticut legislator Kevin Rennie joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the “moral rot” behind the Cornell 7 and the Kosta Diamantis case. Rennie recalls serving with Diamantis, early warnings to “keep away,” and concerns about Diamantis’ trustworthiness that went unheeded, including Rennie’s own warning to Governor Lamont. He also discusses Diamantis’ conviction an...

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IT'S NOT JUST BLACK & WHITE Mid-term Elections

October 6, 2026 • 15 mins
Activist Wayne Winston joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the stakes of the upcoming midterm elections, concerns about unfulfilled promises from the Trump administration, and Connecticut’s local elections, with a focus on Bridgeport, examining ongoing political controversies, and the impact on un-affordability, particularly in housing.

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BEHIND THE WHEEL Learning to Breathe Again

October 5, 2026 • 9 mins
Lisa Wexler reflects on the rare gift of unscheduled time after four years of living minute-to-minute. She explores what it means to slow down, to take an unhurried walk, linger on a phone call with someone she loves, and simply be present. Grounded in her faith, Lisa also opens up about this chapter following her mother’s passing, and how she is learning to sit with grief, stillness, and the quiet space in between.

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Paying for Time Served: Justice or Overreach in Connecticut?

October 2, 2026 • 10 mins
Lisa Wexler examines a Connecticut law that allows the state to seek reimbursement from incarcerated individuals for the cost of their imprisonment, with no statute of limitations. She explores the implications of a system in which the state can pursue repayment years later, often without individuals fully understanding the law, and how this can affect inheritances and financial support from loved ones.

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Power, Faith, & Accountability: Inside ‘Death of a Pastor’s Wife’ Part 2

October 1, 2026 • 14 mins
Former pastor and attorney Elayne Cassara joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the Netflix series Death of a Pastor’s Wife. Drawing on her own experience in ministry, Cassara reflects on her journey from seminary to church leadership and the urgent need for greater accountability within religious institutions. She explores how unchecked authority can enable harmful behavior, including the misuse of power, coercive control, and the ma...

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Power, Faith, and Accountability: Inside ‘Death of a Pastor’s Wife’ Part 1

October 1, 2026 • 12 mins
Former pastor and attorney Elayne Cassara joins Lisa Wexler to discuss the Netflix series Death of a Pastor’s Wife. Drawing on her own experience in ministry, Cassara reflects on her journey from seminary to church leadership and the urgent need for greater accountability within religious institutions. She explores how unchecked authority can enable harmful behavior, including the misuse of power, coercive control, and the ma...

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Big Tech, Big Shift: From Public Good to Power Play

September 19, 2026 • 13 mins
Oren Cass, founder and chief economist of American Compass, Financial Times contributing editor, and New York Times opinion writer, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss his recent New York Times essay, “Big Tech Fooled America Once. The Second Time’s Not Going So Well.” He explores how the tech industry—particularly AI—has shifted from a nonprofit, public-good mission to a powerful, profit-driven force with wo...

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From First Term to Reelection: Tina Courpas Gets Candid

September 19, 2026 • 12 mins
State Representative Tina Courpas joins Lisa Wexler to reflect on her freshman term in office - what she’s most proud of, what she believes still needs improvement, and why she’s running for reelection. She also discusses concerns about the erosion of local control, overspending, and the implications of a legislative supermajority in state government.

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Pathways to Citizenship: What You Need to Know

September 18, 2026 • 27 mins
Immigration attorney Dana Bucin joins Lisa Wexler to break down the various pathways to citizenship, including dual citizenship opportunities across different countries, and what you need to know before pursuing them.

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WHOLE SHOW 9/18/26 Dana Bucin, Tina Courpas, Oren Cass & KINDNESS OF STRANGERS

September 18, 2026 • 93 mins
Lisa Wexler covers top daily news and interviews Dana Bucin, Tina Courpas, and Oren Cass. Plus KINDNESS OF STRANGERS.

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WHOLE SHOW 9/17/26 Sean Scanlon & Prof. Jasper Jia

September 17, 2026 • 92 mins
Lisa Wexler covers top daily news and interviews CT Comptroller Sean Scanlon and Quinnipiac University Professor Shizhen (Jasper) Jia on his work to use AI to help support those grieving.

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Can AI Be Human Support When Humans Can’t?

September 17, 2026 • 7 mins
Quinnipiac University Professor Jasper Jia joins Lisa Wexler to explore how AI chatbots could support people living with dementia and those experiencing grief. They discuss the potential for AI to provide companionship, guidance, and support during the moments between interactions with family members, caregivers, therapists, and other human support systems. Jia also shares his vision for developing a better AI program designed to r...

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