The Lisa Wexler Show

Cameron Berg, an AI researcher working at the intersection of cognitive science and machine intelligence, joins Lisa Wexler to discuss his work exploring whether artificial intelligence can be considered conscious. He breaks down what’s really happening in AI today, what researchers are learning about machine cognition, and what it all could mean for the future. Learn more at reciprocalresearch.org.

Immigration attorney Dana Bucin joins Lisa Wexler to explain why it’s critical to take a proactive approach if you have concerns about your immigration status. She discusses the risks of waiting until an issue arises with ICE and outlines practical steps individuals can take now to protect themselves and their families.

Retired flight attendant Paul Veneto joins Lisa Wexler to share the inspiration behind Paulie’s Push, his annual tribute honoring the lives lost on 9/11 and the heroic actions of his fellow aviation colleagues. He reflects on the importance of remembrance, the impact of that day, and why keeping these stories alive matters now more than ever on this 25th anniversary of 9/11.

Lisa Wexler covers top daily news and interviews immigration attorney Dana Bucin, Paul Veneto for Paulie's Push, and Cameron Berg on AI consciousness. Plus KINDNESS OF STRANGERS

Lisa Wexler covers top daily news, including the death of Gloria Steinem, and interviews Carey Weber & Warren Lapa about The Shoah Memorial at Fairfield University, and Bill Williams for his Barnstormer Westport Playhouse event A HISTORY OF A BRIEF TIME.

Carey Weber, Executive Director of the Fairfield University Art Museum, and Warren Lapa, Connecticut Advisory Board member, join Lisa Wexler to discuss Fairfield University’s decision to dedicate space to the Shoah Memorial sculpture.They explore the significance of the memorial, its role in preserving Holocaust remembrance through public art, and the university’s commitment to education and reflection. The conversation also highlights the upcoming gala fundraising event supporting programs connected to the sculpture and its ongoing educational impact.

Author and activist Bill Williams joins Lisa Wexler to discuss his powerful solo performance piece, The History of a Brief Time, created in the aftermath of losing his son to drug addiction. The piece transforms personal tragedy into art, exploring grief, memory, and healing through performance. The History of a Brief Time will be presented as a Barnstormer event at the Westport Country Playhouse on September 8 at 7 p.m.

Wayne Winston joins Lisa Wexler to discuss recent immigration enforcement actions in Connecticut, reports of voter rolls being flagged in Texas, and how election fraud cases in Bridgeport are being cited in the broader national conversation around election integrity.

Lisa Wexler covers top daily news and interviews Jay Nygren at The Cannondale Campuses, Ryan Fazio on his run for governor, and Crystal Sosa for her coffee shop, Bot & Brew featuring CT's first robot barista. Plus IT'S NOT JUST BLACK & WHITE with Wayne Winston.