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"Dialogue" is one of the longest-running interview shows in Connecticut broadcasting. Begun in the early 1970s, Dialogue is a half-hour public affairs program on the Connecticut Radio Network featuring candid one-on-one interviews with Connecticut elected officials, state commissioners, business leaders, citizens group representatives, and occasionally celebrities. Some of the most famous individuals who have been guests on the programs include: Ronald Reagan, Jimmy Carter, George Bush (as presidential candidates), also the late Sen. Ted Kennedy, Jane Fonda, former Sen. Al Gore, Billie Jean King, and Jim Calhoun. On a weekly basis the program provides Connecticut radio stations with a strong public affairs program to inform and entertain listeners on issues of the day.
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June 24th Dialogue Show
Michael Lawlor, criminal justice advisor to Gov. Malloy.
This week on Dialogue, reporter Steve Kotchko interviews Michael Lawlor, criminal justice advisor to Gov. Malloy. In the program, Lawlor discusses the immigration enforcement controversy nationwide and in Connecticut. He also talks about the Malloy administration’s continuing effort to lower the state’s prison population and a new law protecting female inmates from abuse.
June 17th, Dialogue Show
State Comptroller Kevin Lembo (D).
This week on Dialogue, reporter Steve Kotchko interviews Democratic State Comptroller Kevin Lembo. In the program, Lembo explains his decision to seek reelection to his current post rather than run for governor. On the issues, Lembo discusses his continuing effort in Connecticut and nationwide to crack down on price gouging on prescription drugs. He also talks about the status of Connecticut’s economy and state budget.
June 10th, Dialogue Show
Independent candidate for governor Nelson “Oz” Griebel.
This week on Dialogue reporter Steve Kotchko interviews independent gubernatorial candidate “Oz” Griebel. In the program, Griebel explains how he is handling the challenges of an independent run for governor including getting enough voter signatures to gain a place on the ballot, and raising money to finance a viable campaign. Griebel also discusses his views on key issues including taxes, transportation funding and job growth.
June 3rd, Dialogue Show
Amy Parmenter, manager of public and government affairs for the AAA of Greater Hartford.
This week on Dialogue, reporter Steve Kotchko interviews AAA official Amy Parmenter. In the program Parmenter discusses the so-called “100 deadliest days”—a reference to the summer spate of fatal motor vehicle crashes involving teen drivers. She also explains the recent significant spike in gasoline prices and how long the upward trend will last in Connecticut.
May 27th Dialogue Show
State Sen. Paul Formica (R-East Lyme).
This week on Dialogue, reporter Steve Kotchko interviews Republican State Sen. Paul Formica, co-chair of the legislature’s budget-writing Appropriations Committee. In the program, Formica describes key elements of the recently-approved bipartisan state budget plan. He also discusses issues that may separate Republicans from Democrats as the two parties make their case to the electorate in advance of the November state elections.
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