WTIC News/Talk 1080

11/08/2025

On May 27, 1928, WTIC launched its first-ever dedicated sports program—“Speaking of Sports”, hosted by Hartford Times sports editor A.B. McGinley.
It was WTIC’s first step into sports commentary, bringing Connecticut fans the latest news and insights straight from the newsroom to the airwaves.
But WTIC didn’t stop there. Just a few weeks later, on June 21, 1928, WTIC aired its first live sports event broadcast—the legendary Yale vs. Harvard Regatta from New London, and even fed the broadcast to the NBC network.
This was just the beginning of WTIC’s sports broadcasting legacy, which continues to this day.

08/08/2025

Episode 201: Youth Focus. What's it like to feel connected to the Little League World Series. That, Roman Anthony's deal and a big weekend for the contenders.

04/08/2025

On February 10, 1925, at 7:45 PM, WTIC-AM officially signed on the air for the first time! Broadcasting on 860 kHz with a mighty 500 watts, WTIC introduced itself as Connecticut’s newest radio voice.
Vice President Walter G. Cowles of Travelers Insurance (WTIC’s original owner) gave the opening address. The “TIC” in WTIC? Yep—it stands for Travelers Insurance Company.
Listeners enjoyed live performances from the Mendelssohn Glee Club and other musical acts in a formal debut that marked the beginning of a broadcasting legacy.
From this first night on the air, WTIC began its journey as “The Voice of Connecticut.”

01/08/2025

Former UConn Husky and Current Philadelphia 76ers Big Man joined us in studio with Kelly Juleson from the Governor's Prevention Partnership to discuss this weekend's basketball camp in Middletown! Andre even took the time to get a sandwich from Food Truck Tommy before he left! Listen to the whole interview by clicking the link below!

https://www.audacy.com/podcast/brian-company-51438/episodes/more-than-just-a-game-433e3

30/07/2025

Former Vice President Kamala Harris announced she will not run for governor of California in 2026, which raises new questions about the 2024 Democratic presidential nominee’s plans for the future.

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