WTIC News/Talk 1080

28/07/2025

When historic floods hit the Connecticut River Valley, WTIC didn’t just report the news — it became the lifeline. With power knocked out, staffers Ben Hawthorne & Tom McCray set up a shortwave transmitter atop the Travelers Tower to keep flood updates on the air. WTIC’s around-the-clock coverage turned crisis into connection — solidifying its role as a trusted voice in Connecticut.

28/07/2025

Episode 207: Judge Panic? Aaron Judge is hurt. How much does it hurt the Yanks? (Dub--it's terrible!) And what does it do to the trade deadline? Sox BETTER make some deals.

26/07/2025

Today on Spotlight CT, local musician Jimi Bell takes us back to his audition with Ozzy Osbourne while considering Ozzy's lasting impact on music. Listen at 2pm, on the Audacy, iHeartRadio or TuneIn apps.

25/07/2025

Episode 206: Panic Time? Is it time? Yankees swooning and Sox act like a mid-market team. John's yelling...but not panicked. Plus, HOF chatter and we talk gambling and whether Dee Gordon was actually told not to win a batting title.

25/07/2025

This Sunday on WTIC's Mental Wellness, we'll have helpful hints for students that are going to be freshman at college. If you are a parent listening, this discussion will also be helpful to you. Sunday at noon. Listen on the Audacy, iHeartRadio or TuneIn apps.

25/07/2025

Do you still watch late night TV? Some say Colbert's cancellation is a sign of the streaming times ... others see a conspiracy. Listen to On Deadline wherever you get podcasts.

23/07/2025

21/07/2025

In 1930, WTIC brought the kitchen into the studio! For her cooking show “The Mixing Bowl,” Florrie Bishop Bowering tested recipes live using a model electric kitchen—staff even got to sample dishes before broadcast! WTIC wasn’t just airing shows… it was serving up daily life, one delicious broadcast at a time.

19/07/2025

Former Governor Jodi Rell's son, Michael, reflects on his mother's story of political success to inspire people to run for hyper-local volunteer boards and offices. Spotlight CT today at 2pm. Listen on the Audacy, iHeartRadio and TuneIn apps.

17/07/2025

Episode 205: Let the games begin! Finally, we get to second half. Both the Sox and Yankshave to run a gauntlet to finish July. Hopefully, it doesn't mean playoff death. Also, a Cy Young winner with a losing record? It could happen.
On the Audacy, iHeartRadio and TuneIn apps.

15/07/2025

The Legendary Coach Jim Calhoun and The Great Dom Amore joined Brian and Company in studio to discuss their upcoming book!

Listen to the interview here: https://bit.ly/4lw4z2P

And pre-order the book here:
https://amzn.to/4ly4hZb

14/07/2025

From 500 watts to full throttle! In just 5 years, WTIC transformed from a local experiment into a radio force — debuting its first ad rate card on Jan 1, 1930. With airplane broadcasts, high-powered transmitters, big-name guests & NBC network shows, WTIC was already laying the groundwork for greatness.