Mornings With Gary Byron Podcast

:00 Murray Sabrin PHD Mises Institute Scholar on Trump's first 100 Days:20 CT Republican House Leader Vinnie Candelora:40 Joe Markley former CT State Senator and LT Gubernatorial Candidate

:00 Amy Bourdon from Take Back CT:20 Lee Elci from 94-9 News Now:40 Pastor Joel Rissinger New Life Church in Newington

:00 Bradley Devlin from the Daily Signal:20 State Rep Tim Ackert:40 Dom Rapini and Chris Coyle RTC Chair in Pomfret and State Central Candidate

On the Friday edition of the "Mornings With Gary Byron" Podcast, Gary speaks with CT GOP Fundraiser George Agnelli; State Representative Patrick Callahan, ranking member of the Environment Committee and member of the Judiciary Committee, as they discuss the Trust Act; and Gregory Wrightstone, Geologist and Executive Director of the CO2 Coalition. They discuss the Jones Act, as well as tariffs on solar panels.

:00 Conservative Journalist Chris Powell:20 Senate Republican Leader Steven Harding:40 Dennis Kneale "The Leadership of Elon Musk"

:00 CT GOP Chairman Ben Proto:20 State Rep Joe Zullo Ranking Member Planning and Zoning :40 Alexis Harrison and Maria Weingarten co-founders of CT169Strong

:00 Wayne Pesce President of CT Food Association:20 State Senator Dr Jeff Gordon :40 Carol Platt Liebau President of Yankee Institute

:00 George Agnelli CT GOP Fundraiser:20 State Sen Eric Berthel:40 Thomas DiLorenzo Mises Institute

:00 Bradley Devlin Daily Signal Politics Editor :20 CT Republican Leader Vinnie Candelora:40 Red Jahnke National Columnist

:00 Virginia Allen Senior News Producer from the Daily Signal:20 State Rep Patrick Callahan Ranking Member on Environment Committee:40 Dominic Rapini former GOP Endorsed Candidate for CT Secretary of State 2022

:00 Meghan Portfolio Manager of Research and Analysis @Yankee Institute :20 State Senator Tony Hwang talked Ranked Choice Voting:40 New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart

:00 George Agnelli CT GOP Fundraiser:18 State Rep Dave Rutigliano :37 Michael Letts From Invest USA talking NYPD

:00 Conservative Journalist Chris Powell chrispowellcolumn.com:18 CT Senate Republican Leader Steven Harding :37 Ken Tumolo from Tumolo Wealth Management Talking 401ks

:00 Amy Bourdon Take Back CT:18 Lee Elci from 94-9 News Now:38 State Rep Joe Hohxa

:00 Chris DiPentima CBIA CEO :18 State Senator Henri MartinPolitical Pundit Stacy Washington aka Stacy on the RiIght

:00 Amy Bourdon from Take Back CT:18 Lee Elci from 94-9 News Now :39 Liz Kurantowicz Political Consultant

:00 CT GOP Vice Chair Mary Ann Turner:18 State Rep Cara Pavlock-D'AMato:37 Dominic Rapini former GOP Candidate for Sec of State

:00 Conservative Journalist Chris Powell:20 CT Senate Republican leader Steven Harding:40 Dr Rebecca Grant from the Lexington Institute

:00 George Agnelli :18 State Senator John Kissell:37 Attorney Kday Valois from Pacific Legal Foundation on a RI Eminent Domain Case

:00 Amy Bourdon from Take Back CT :20 Lee Elci from 94-9 News Now :40 DCP Commissioner Bryan Cafferelli

Chris Herb from CEMA on Big Brother LegislationState Rep Kathy Kennedy Ranking Member on Transportation discussing a new delivery taxDominic Rapini talks about Act Blue, and asks why Chris Murphy is overreacting.

Big Brother” Legislation in Connecticut – Neighbors Suing Neighbors Over Grills, Fuel, and Cars1.Opening Scenario:•Imagine it’s a warm June day. You’re firing up your gas grill, getting ready to cook some burgers, when your neighbor approaches and complains.•He doesn’t like your gas grill. He claims it harms his right to clean air. But that’s just the start—he digs deeper and finds out you heat your home with oil and drive gas-powered cars. Now he wants to sue you. And the state is making it easy for him to do this by creating a public database that tramples on your privacy rights. If this sounds like a dystopian novel —we’re sorry to say that it’s not. If fact, this scenario could become a reality here in Connecticut if current proposed legislation becomes law. Here to talk more about it is Chris Herb with Connecticut Energy Marketers association or CEMA (Sea-muh) for short. __________________________The Bills at Play:Senate Joint Resolution no. 36: A proposed state constitutional amendment aiming to guarantee “individual rights to clean air, water, soil, ecosystems, and a safe climate.”•If passed, this could allow individuals to sue others—whether businesses, the state, or even neighbors—if they feel their environmental rights are violated.•Could lead to neighbor vs. neighbor lawsuits over things like your gas grill, oil heating, or gas-powered cars.—————————————————-•House Bill 6780: A proposal that would violate homeowner privacy.•It mandates that fuel providers disclose customer data about home heating and DMV regarding vehicle use, making this personal information available to the public via a state website.•This opens the door for neighbors to know intimate details about your energy consumption without ever setting foot into your home.3.The Legal and Privacy Concerns:•Legal Nightmare: These bills could spark a wave of lawsuits based on personal environmental beliefs. A neighbor could sue you for using a gas grill or driving a gas-powered car, claiming it violates her environmental rights.•Privacy Violations: House Bill 6780 infringes on your privacy. Your fuel consumption and car information would become public information —allowing anyone, including your neighbor, to access this private data.4.Potential Consequences:•Community Division: These bills could turn friendly neighborhoods into battlegrounds where residents sue each other over personal choices related to energy and environmental impact.•Homeowner Insurance Issues: Many homeowners’ insurance policies might not cover these kinds of lawsuits, leaving individuals vulnerable.•Privacy Invasion: These bills could lead to a scenario where Big Brother doesn’t just watch you but gets detailed access to your home’s energy use and lifestyle choices.5.The Bigger Picture:•These bills raise serious concerns about government overreach into private lives, with potential consequences for personal freedom and privacy.•Keep your gas grill close and your privacy closer—with these bills, you might be facing lawsuits from your neighbors over something as simple as your grilling habits or the car you drive.

:00 Annalisa Stravato from The State Central Committee :18 State Senator Dr Jeff Gordon:36 Conservative Journalist from USA Today Ingrid Jacques

George Agnelli from Anderson Jewelers came on to talk tariffs and taxes. State Rep Greg Howard discussed crime in the state of CTDr Rachel Ehrenfeld explained the Pro Hamas Protest at Trump Tower

On this episode, Gary chats with Amy Bourdon from Take Back CT, former Endorsed GOP Secretary of State Candidate Dominic Rapini, Political Consultant Liz Kurantowicz, State Rep Tim Ackert and CT GOP Chairman Ben Proto

Gary started today's show by talking to CBIA president and CEO Chris DiPentima, who called for lawmakers to prioritize affordability and economic growth as they shape the state’s next two-year budget.Then newly sworn-in Republican State Senator for the 21st District Jason Perillo called in to talk about his special election win! Finally, Red Jahncke joined the show, and told Gary that Gov. Ned Lamont is violating the fiscal guardrails, converting them from a regime of budgetary discipline into a slush fund to pay Connecticut state employees higher wages than in 48 other states and, secondarily, to fund a few priorities of progressive Democrats.

On this Free for all Friday, Gary has George Agnelli in studio for his weekly guest spot, and talked about Trump's plan for the US Post Office.Then, state rep Gale Mastrofrancesco called in to discuss bad bills in the CT legislature.And finally, we ended the day, week, and month, with some inspiration from Pastor Emeritus Joel Rissinger from Lifeway Church in Newington.

Today's show started with Conservative Journalist Chris Powell calling in for his bi-weekly segment to discuss CT's corruption and other issues. Then Senate Republican Leader Steven Harding checked in, a day after a bomb threat was made against him. And finally, Ricky Crosby, a Pardoned J6 CT Resident, came in studio to tell his side of the story.

Gary started this Wednesday show with listener favorite, Amy Bourdon from Take Back ConnecticutThen Gary did his weekly crossover with Lee Elci, from our sister station down on the shoreline, 94-9 News NowFinally, Sean Scanlon State Comptroller came in studio to discuss CT's fiscal issues.

Gary starts this podcast off with a conversation with CT GOP Chairman Ben Proto. Then State Representative Brian Lanoue and his constituent Natasha Mozden came in studio to talk about bill 5196 and the Purpose of the bill- To issue short-form death certificates to keep sensitive information private for surviving family members.Then, Gary chatted with Meghan Portfolio, Manager of Research and Analysis Yankee Institute, which stands by its assertion that Connecticut has spent at least $1.3 billion on services for illegal immigrations

This morning, Gary chatted with Ken Langille, Chairman at Connecticut Young Republicans, about what the CT GOP needs to do to start winning! Then State Senator Paul Cicarella called in to discuss the absurd paroling of a murderous cannibal in CT.. and finally, Mary Fay, a West Hartford town councilor and minority leader, came in studio to discuss state, local and national issues.

We had some technical issues this morning, so the audio today is a bit scratchy, and we apologize for that. This morning, Gary Byron spoke with GOP Chairwoman KC Crosbie, a longtime Republican National Committee member from Kentucky. She was elected to serve as co-chair of the RNC alongside Michael Whatley. Also on the line is Connecticut Republican Party Chairperson Ben Proto. They discuss how Connecticut's Republican Party can become the dominant party in Connecticut.

On today's edition of "Mornings with Gary Byron", Gary spoke with Connecticut House Republican Leader Vinnie Candelora, who spoke about the latest news on PURA and Electric Rates, as well as Special Education Funding. Gary also spoke with Former Connecticut State Senator and GOP endorsed Lieutenant Gubernatorial Candidate in 2018 Joe Markley, who shares with Gary his unique takes on Local and National News.

On Wednesday's edition of "Mornings with Gary Byron", Gary spoke with Amy Bourdon from the most popular conservative Facebook group in the State, Take Back Connecticut, State Senator John Kissell, Peter Luukko, Co-Chairman of OVG Facilities and Alliances on XL Renovations, and DCP Commissioner Bryan Cafferelli.

On the Tuesday edition of "Mornings with Gary Byron" Podcast today, Gary's guests include Scott Dolch, the President and CEO of the Connecticut Restaurant Association, Maria Weingarten, the co-founder of CT169Strong, a non-partisan group dedicated to local zoning control to ensure thoughtful and appropriate development of our committees, and Dominic Rapini and Mary Ann Turner. Dominic is the former GOP endorsed candidate for CT Secretary of State, and Mary Ann is the Vice Chair of the CT Republican Party.

On the President's Day edition of "Mornings with Gary Byron", at 7:10 Gary spoke with Annalisa Stravato, the new CT GOP Vice Chair. As the new RNC liaison, Annalisa outlines the many different roles that make up her job. At 8:10, Gary spoke with State Senator Dr. Jeff Gordon, representing Vernon, Ellington, Coventry, Tolland, Stafford and many other Northeastern CT towns. Jeff discusses with Gary what's happening in the Veterans committee, the Public Health committee, as well as the Planning and Development Department, which he is the ranking Senator of. At 9:10, Gary chats with Dr. John G. West, VP of the Discovery Institute and award winning author of "Stockholm Syndrome Christianity: Why America's Christian Leaders Are Failing and What We Can Do About It".

On this Free-for-all-Friday, Gary starts out talking PURA, Eversource and more issues the Democrats are facing with George Agnelli.Then, Gary chatted with State Rep. Tony Scot, the Ranking Member on the Housing Committee and represents all of Monroe and portions of Easton and Trumbull.Lastly, Gary caught up with Elizabeth (Troutman) Mitchell, a reporter for The Daily Signal and co-host of "The Daily Signal Podcast, about the latest issues in Washington DC.

Gary talked to Conservative Journalist Chris Powell about a couple of education issues and the CT Budget. Then State Senate Minority Leader Steven Harding called in to discuss the CT GOP tax plan. Finally, Gary chatted with author, anti-feminist attorney, and columnist. Leslie Corbly about DOGE

On this Humpday edition of the show, Gary talked to Amy Bourdon from Take Back CT, then did his crossover with Lee Elci, on our sister station 94-9 News Now, and lastly, Gary chatted with Attorney John O'Connor, the author of Postgate: How the Washington Post Betrayed Deep Throat, Covered Up Watergate, and Began Today's Partisan Advocacy Journalism.

On today's show, Gary chatted with CT GOP Chairman Ben Proto about Gov Lamont's budget and William Tong's illegal migrants. Gary talked more about Governor Lamont's budget with State Rep. Joe Polletta, the Ranking House Republican on the Finance Committee. Finally, Gary caught up with Phil Kerpen President of American Commitment, to discuss President Donald Trump’s second term agenda.

On this Super Bowl Monday, Gary talked to Edward Bartlett from SAVE, an organization that focuses on fairness and due process on college campuses, called in to discuss how the FAA discriminated against white men in the name of DEI.. then State Senator Henri Martin called in to talk about the LAVISH spending we are seeing by the bosses in the State University System. And finally, New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart called in to talk about how to make living in CT better..

On this Free-for-all Friday, Gary chatted with George Agnelli about Governor Lamont's budget plan and Chris Murphy's support of illegals.Then, Len Besthoff NBC CT Investigative Reporter called in to tell us about a new scheme out of Southeast Asia that is victimizing older folksFinally, State Sen. Rob Sampson discussed the ‘Super Sanctuary State’ policies, and the fact Gov Lamont doubled down on the state’s costly and divisive ‘Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion’ (DEI) initiatives

On this snowy Thursday, Gary talked to: Kenneth Abramowitz a National Security threat analyst and the author of The Multifront War book about Gaza. Republican House Leader Vinnie Candelora's take on Governor Lamont's 2025 Budget Proposal Joe Markley Former CT State Senator & GOP LT Gubernatorial Candidate 2018 about Trump Protests in CT

This morning, Gary caught up with Cheryl Chumley, the online opinion editor & host of the Bold & Blunt podcast @ the Washington Times talked to us about the nomination of Tulsi Gabbard, and the GOPs fake outrage. Then State Rep. Tim Ackert, who serves on the Labor & Public Employees Committee, Energy & Technology Committee, & General Law Committee, called in to discuss public safety. Then, Dominic Rapini, the Republican Endorsed Candidate for Sec of State in 2022, came in studio to talk about cleaning up the voter roll.

On this first show of February, Gary caught up with Chris DiPentima President and CEO of CBIA, who talked about the beginning of the legislative session and previewed the Governor’s budget address. Then State Sen. Tony Hwang called in to discuss ENFORCEMENT of our traffic laws. Finally, Chris Healy from CT Catholic Conference came in studio to discuss the Connecticut teacher reportedly suspended for displaying a crucifix in her classroom.