Say More with NBC Connecticut is your essential dive into the state's top news headlines. From breaking stories to the developments shaping our communities, we bring clarity, context, and conversation to the issues that matter most across Connecticut. Whether you’re commuting, catching up, or staying informed on the go, Say More with NBC Connecticut delivers the stories behind the stories—so you’re never out of the loop.
The parasite sickening thousands: What you need to know about the cyclospora outbreak
More than 18,000 confirmed or suspected cases of cyclospora have been reported this summer—but why is this outbreak so difficult to trace?
In this episode of Say More, infectious disease expert Dr. Ulysses Wu of Hartford HealthCare explains how cyclospora spreads, why investigators still haven't identified a clear source, who is most at risk, and what consumers should actually do to protect themselves.
We also discuss:
- Why produce is often implicated
- Whether washing lettuce is enough
- Why many cases may never be diagnosed
- When you should see a doctor
- The biggest misconceptions about foodborne illness
If you've been following the outbreak—or wondering whether your groceries are safe—this conversation breaks down what we know and what we still don't.
23 Jul 2026
She left Florida for Connecticut—and built a career as a full-time influencer
What does it really take to become a full-time content creator?
In this episode of Say More, NBC Connecticut's Amber Diaz sits down with Connecticut creator Ellie of Reheated Coffee Club to talk about leaving Florida for Connecticut, building a career as an influencer, navigating online hate, balancing motherhood with content creation, working with nonprofits, and why authenticity matters more than ever in the age of AI.
Whether you're curious about the creator economy or simply love discovering Connecticut through a new perspective, this conversation offers an honest look at the business—and the reality—behind social media.
18 Jun 2026
19-year-old Elisha Bailey explains what community trauma really feels like
What does it feel like to grow up in a community where gun violence has become normalized? In this episode of Say More, we sit down with 19-year-old Elisha Bailey of Hartford Communities That Care. Elisha opens up about community trauma, growing up around the effects of gun violence, and why so many young people feel like they're surviving instead of truly living. He shares how trauma impacts families across generations, why prevention matters more than reaction, and what gives him hope for Hartford's future.
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