Hat City Pod
19 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsHat City Pod is a podcast with a focus on Connecticut and the Greater Danbury area. We will have updates on Local, State and at time Federal level politics and happenings, providing you not only our perspective as elected officials, but also as residents. Hat City Pod will provide local insights with not only our behind the scenes take, but also with yours and guests from all levels of government throughout our state. Stay tuned as we look forward to keeping you updated on the politics of the Greater Danbury area and state of Connecticut and how they affect you.
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Episodes
New Career Academy Deal Saves the City, Political Games and New Dem. Leadership.
March 21, 2022 00:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBAfter failed negotiations between the City and owners of the planned Danbury Career Academy location, an unexpected owner of another property saves the day. We’ll discuss an item from the March City Council agenda and then hear about the Danbury Democratic Town Committee approach to the 2022 elections and beyond after its unified election of a new Chair.
Hat City Pod - New Name, New Year...We're Back!
February 21, 2022 17:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MBWelcome to the new season of Hat City Pod, formerly Coffee With Your Councilmen. Roberto, Frank, Joe, and Farley discuss the pod name change, the 2021 election results, what’s happening in Danbury and on the City Council including the situation with the “Danbury Career Academy,” and what’s to come!
Danbury Volunteer Tax Abatement and have we talked about Education Funding?
April 06, 2021 00:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBIn this episode we discuss the happenings of the March City Council meeting with a focus on the Volunteer Tax Abatement proposal and the city’s budget cycle that is just around the corner. A deep dive into what our education funding request looks like at the moment and what we can expect. We also touch on other happenings such as Councilman Alves’ dynamic campaign for Mayor and the joining of forces in the 4th Ward. Tune in for much more Danbury talk.
An Interview with CT’s Firewall, Attorney General William M. Tong
March 01, 2021 00:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBA wide ranging interview with CT Attorney General William Tong regarding all the work he’s doing and how it impacts Danbury residents featuring special guest host Danbury BOE Member Joe Britton.
CT Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz - “He or She who is Transplanted, Sustains” - COVID-19 Pandemic Crisis discussion
December 05, 2020 01:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MBA wide ranging conversation with an exceptional leader, Connecticut Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz. We discuss the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic crisis as it relates to what’s happening here in CT. From mental health of health professionals to what the state is doing to fight the pandemic and what our responsibility is as CT residents to curb the virus. This is a discussion you don’t want to miss.
CT Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz - “He or She who is Transplanted, Sustains” - COVID-19 Pandemic Crisis discussion
December 05, 2020 01:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MBA wide ranging conversation with an exceptional leader, Connecticut Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz. We discuss the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic crisis as it relates to what’s happening here in CT. From mental health of health professionals to what the state is doing to fight the pandemic and what our responsibility is as CT residents to curb the virus. This is a discussion you don’t want to miss.
Poverty, the tale of two Danburys. A conversation with Isabel Almeida, President of the United Way Western CT.
November 17, 2020 02:00 - 53 minutes - 37.1 MBDid you know that some Danbury residents don’t have enough to eat, struggle with childcare and transportation? In this episode we take an in-depth look at the United Way’s ALICE Report - what it means and it’s details - with the President/COO of the United Way of Western CT, Isabel Almeida. She gives us a breakdown of what half of our residents are suffering through and how local leaders can and need to step up with sustainable solutions to help our community.
Poverty, the tale of two Danbury’s. A conversation with Isabel Almeida, President of the United Way Western CT.
November 17, 2020 02:00 - 53 minutes - 37.1 MBDid you know that some Danbury residents don’t have enough to eat, struggle with childcare and transportation? In this episode we take an in-depth look at the United Way’s ALICE Report - what it means and it’s details - with the President/COO of the United Way of Western CT, Isabel Almeida. She gives us a breakdown of what half of our residents are suffering through and how local leaders can and need to step up with sustainable solutions to help our community.
A discussion about voting accessibility with Secretary of the State Denise Merrill - CT’s own Madam Secretary.
October 23, 2020 13:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBWe’re joined by CT’s own Madam Secretary, Denise Merrill, the Secretary of the State to talk voting in CT. Madam Secretary discusses where we are at the moment and where we must go in the future to make voting even easier and safer. Tune into this wide ranging interview and you’ll quickly learn why she has been one of our state’s most successful government officials.
A discussion about voting accessibility with Secretary of the State Denise Merrill - CT’s own Madam Secretary.
October 23, 2020 13:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBWe’re joined by CT’s own Madam Secretary, Denise Merrill, the Secretary of the State to talk voting in CT. Madam Secretary discusses where we are at the moment and where we must go in the future to make voting even easier and safer. Tune into this wide ranging interview and you’ll quickly learn why she has been one of our state’s most successful government officials.
What's that smell? The John Oliver Memorial Sewer Plant
October 09, 2020 20:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBWe discuss the happenings of the latest City Council meeting, and why one item required an additional special meeting this week to pass. Plus, get our first take on why change shouldn’t be partisan.
Bonus Special Episode - A Tale of Misinformation; A No-Spin Response
September 24, 2020 15:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBWe thought we could have wrapped up our Education/Danbury Public Schools series, but recent comments and listener questions demanded a response. We go through a detailed breakdown of our education funding with Danbury Democrats Chair Andrea Gartner and BOE Member Joe DaSilva. We also dive back in to Charter schools. Transparency and forthrightness matter!
Bonus Special Episode - A Tale of Misinformation; A No-Spin Response
September 24, 2020 15:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBWe thought we could have wrapped up our Education/Danbury Public Schools series, but recent comments and listener questions demanded a response. We go through a detailed breakdown of our education funding with Danbury Democrats Chair Andrea Gartner and BOE Member Joe DaSilva. We also dive back in to Charter schools. Transparency and forthrightness matter!
Part 3 - The State of Education in Danbury: A Tale of Underfunding.
September 15, 2020 18:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MBA continuation of our discussion about the Danbury Public Schools with Joseph Dasilva Jr. member of the Danbury Board of Education. Joe provides us with clarity around the current school budget, along with a breakdown on what is really in it and what isn’t from the city of Danbury. “We got[an increase of] $1.2 million from the city of Danbury, which is not even enough to cover contractual increases. Flat out. It is effectively a budget cut.” - Joe DaSilva Jr. We also speak on City growth and...
Part 2 - The State of Education in Danbury: A Tale of Underfunding.
September 15, 2020 18:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBJoin us as we discuss the Danbury Public Schools with the Vice Chair of the Danbury Board of Education, Kate Conetta. In this conversation we get a look at the status of our schools and discuss the important aspects that affect them positively and negatively. Known for her deep dives into the subject matter that’s put in front of her and in this episode we talk to her about finance, outcomes and the future state of our schools. When asked if Danbury residents should be worried about the stat...
Part 2 - The State of Education in Danbury: A Tale of Underfunding.
September 15, 2020 18:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBJoin us as we discuss the Danbury Public Schools with the Vice Chair of the Danbury Board of Education, Kate Conetta. In this conversation we get a look at the status of our schools and discuss the important aspects that affect them positively and negatively. Known for her deep dives into the subject matter that’s put in front of her and in this episode we talk to her about finance, outcomes and the future state of our schools. When asked if Danbury residents should be worried about the stat...
The State of Education in Danbury: A Tale of Underfunding. Part 1
September 15, 2020 18:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBIn this 3-part series we discuss the topic of education with some of our local elected leaders. Part one starts with us discussing the Danbury Public Schools with our State Senator, Julie Kushner and Representative David Arconti from the 109th District. We dissect the view of our education system and the funding from the state level. Followed by a look at the effects of COVID-19 and its impacts on education as it relates to our working families. We also take a small dive into the recent chal...
Meet your Councilmen and a Conversation Against Tax Giveaways for Big Business
September 05, 2020 00:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBIn this first episode we dive into who we are, why we’re doing this podcast and what you can expect in future episodes. We take an initial look at a recent tax giveaway for a large developer right here in Danbury that we ardently opposed and begin a dive in to education. Tune in and join us.
Coming Soon - Coffee With Your Councilmen
September 01, 2020 18:00 - 1 minute - 1.06 MBSo it begins! Here is a quick trailer and introduction on what's to come. Stay tuned, full episodes will be up shortly