The Lisa Wexler Show

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.

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 respond to the unique emotional and practical needs of people facing dementia or loss, while complementing, rather than replacing, meaningful human connection.

Connecticut Comptroller Sean Scanlon joins Lisa Wexler to discuss new protections against the use of artificial intelligence in Connecticut’s health plans. The protections, negotiated with health insurers, with the intent to extend safeguards to all Connecticut residents through the legislature. They discuss provisions that would prohibit adverse determinations based solely on AI-driven downcoding programs, as well as protections governing the use of health data to train AI models. Scanlon also explains how his office would enforce these new rules and what consumers should know about the changing role of AI in health care. Plus, Scanlon weighs in on prediction markets, including concerns about insider information, the lack of regulation surrounding these markets, and the ethical questions raised by platforms that allow users to profit from predictions about real-world events.

Gwen Samuel, mother, grandmother, Marine Corps veteran, and community advocate, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss her campaign as an endorsed Independent candidate for Connecticut State Senate District 9. She shares why she decided to run for office, the experiences that shaped her decision, and the issues and priorities she is most passionate about.

Lisa Wexler covers top daily news and interviews Sol Kamen, Gwen Samuel, Marty Shapiro & Seila Mosquera-Bruno.

Connecticut Department of Housing Commissioner Seila Mosquera-Bruno joins Lisa Wexler for a conversation about Connecticut’s affordable housing crisis. They discuss the state’s current housing programs, how those initiatives have been implemented, their impact and effectiveness, and what’s planned for the future. Plus, learn about the housing programs and resources you may qualify for and how you can take advantage of them.

Marty Shapiro, owner and publisher of Stamford City, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss Stamford’s first-ever The Longest Table event, taking place September 19, 2026, from 12–2 p.m. Marty shares the inspiration behind the event and how it aims to bring the Stamford community together around food, conversation, and connection.

Lisa’s dad, Sol Kamen, joins Lisa Wexler for a heartfelt conversation about his life, his time in Connecticut, family, and the great love of his life, Gloria Kamen, who recently passed away. Sol shares memories, stories, and reflections on a life filled with love, family, and meaningful moments.

Lisa Wexler covers the day’s top headlines, including updates on the Trump administration’s return to pre-Biden green card regulations, the judge’s decision to indefinitely seal the Clancy jurors’ identities, and rising insurance rates.