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The Impact

Hosted by Jim Hunt · society · EN-US · 56 episodes

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About this Podcast:

A Sustainable CT podcast. The Impact shares workshops, conversations and interviews covering a wide range of topics that are central to Connecticut communities, including civic engagement, climate resilience, affordable housing, transportation, equity and social justice.

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Contact path

Public web form

Booking probability

31%

Guest openness

Selective

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Questions about The Impact

What is The Impact about?

A Sustainable CT podcast. The Impact shares workshops, conversations and interviews covering a wide range of topics that are central to Connecticut communities, including civic engagement, climate resilience, affordable housing, transportation, equity and social justice.

Who hosts The Impact?

The Impact is hosted by Jim Hunt. The show has published 56 episodes to date.

What has The Impact covered recently?

Recent episodes include "The Wadsworth with Dr. Vanessa Sigalis" (15 October 2026, 58 minutes), "Bridgeport Success Stories: Chadwick Schroeder and Dianalys Bonilla" (15 September 2026, 54 minutes), and "Danika Doroski and Drew Goldsman on Community Forestry Systems" (15 August 2026, 45 minutes).

How often does The Impact publish?

The Impact publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 52 minutes across 56 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on The Impact?

Booking probability for The Impact is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Impact requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Impact's contact route on record: public web form.

Who should pitch The Impact?

The strongest fits for The Impact are Environmental Agencies and Housing & Urban Planning. The Impact has a society audience.

About the host

Jim Hunt hosts The Impact, a society show with 56 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #10

    The Wadsworth with Dr. Vanessa Sigalis

    Oct 15, 202658 minS5

    Chief Curator Dr. Vanessa Sigalas joins us to talk about all things Wadsworth - the art, the history, the people, and the programs. The Wadsworth is dedicated to advancing knowledge and inspiring everyone to experience...

  • Episode #9

    Bridgeport Success Stories: Chadwick Schroeder and Dianalys Bonilla

    Sep 15, 202654 minS5

    We're joined by Bridgeport's dynamic duo, Sustainability Manager Chadwick Schroeder and City Planner Dianalys Bonilla, to talk about how the coastal city is meeting the challenges of climate change and making...

  • Episode #8

    Danika Doroski and Drew Goldsman on Community Forestry Systems

    Aug 15, 202645 minS5

    This summer's cohort of Sustainable CT Fellows analyzed data from all 169 Connecticut municipalities to build the first of its kind database of tree ordinances and zoning laws. Guiding them through the process was Dr...

  • Episode #7

    A Fellows-palooza: Katie Meder Interviews Natalie Crowley, Grace DiTunno, and Lilly Adamo

    Jul 15, 202650 minS5

    This fun and interesting show features two of our fabulous 2026 Fellows - Grace DiTunno and Natalie Crowley . We learn how they came to the program, what they hope to accomplish, what they think - about sustainability...

  • Episode #6

    The Community Match Fund Surpasses the $5M Mark!

    Jun 15, 20261h 7mS5

    Since its creation in 2019, the Sustainable CT Community Match Fund has invested in over $5 million in more than 400 community-led projects in 88 Connecticut municipalities. We hear from our founder, Lynn Stoddard...

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  • Episode #5

    In Conversation with Jayson Velazquez, Connecticut Green Bank

    May 15, 202654 minS5

    We catch up with Jayson Velazquez at 'the nation's first green bank' to hear how they're supporting Connecticut towns and cities. A green bank accelerates the green economy using limited public dollars to attract...

  • Episode #4

    A Conversation with Lori Brown, the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters

    Apr 15, 202655 minS5

    Lori Brown and the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters work to protect our state’s environment by making environmental issues a priority for our elected leaders and holding lawmakers accountable with an “...

  • Episode #3

    Adam Whelchel of The Nature Conservancy: Community Resilience Building

    Mar 15, 202653 minS5

    Dr. Adam Whelchel has spent the better part of two decades at The Nature Conservancy , currently serving as TNC's Director of Science. His forte is Community Resilience Building - "a unique, 'anywhere at any scale'...

  • Episode #2

    Mary Ann Chinatti: Arts and Culture in Putnam

    Feb 15, 202638 minS5

    Mary Ann Chinatti is the Economic & Community Development/Redevelopment Director in the Town of Putnam. The Town has done some amazing work through its Arts Council and they've made "arts and culture" a substantial part...

  • Episode #1

    A Conversation with Adrian Huq

    Jan 15, 202655 minS5

    We catch up with Adrian Huq – a new, and decidedly accomplished, member of our Board of Directors. Adrian has done – is doing – so many wonderful things that it’s hard to keep track: they are currently a grad student at...

  • Episode #12

    Brian Hess and Connecticut's 2025 Wildlife Action Plan

    Dec 15, 20251 hourS4

    Brian Hess is a Wildlife Biologist with the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), where he specializes in non-game wildlife, particularly large raptors, reptiles, amphibians, and various...

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    The Next Generation: Summer Mitchell, Katie Meder, and Lilly Adamo

    Nov 15, 202559 min

    Summer Mitchell , Katie Meder , and Lilly Adamo - they're all former Sustainable CT Fellows, and now they're all filling important positions and doing critical work with Sustainable CT. Join us to hear where they came...

  • Episode #10

    Michael Fling, Associate Artistic Director with Goodspeed Musicals

    Oct 15, 202555 minS4

    We're joined by Michael Fling , Associate Artistic Director at Goodspeed Musicals, to talk about everything Goodspeed, its history, its achievements, and what this celebrated venue means to the East Haddam community and...

  • Episode #9

    Joanna Wozniak-Brown on CT Sustainability & Resiliency Week

    Sep 15, 202549 minS4

    Joanna Wozniak-Brown joins us to discuss Sustainability and Resiliency Week - the second annual week of events that celebrate work across Connecticut that protects our economy, natural resources, and our communities...

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    Noise Pollution in Connecticut - John-Henry Burke Sounds Off

    Aug 15, 202541 min

    John-Henry Burke , Sustainable CT Fellow Extraordinaire, takes over the Big Microphone this month to make some noise about noise pollution in Connecticut. His guests include acoustician Amy Ziffer , along with our...

  • Episode #7

    Hallelujah, it's SUN DAY: Bill McKibben, Lynn Stoddard and Davida Foy Crabtree

    Jul 15, 202551 minS4

    Bill McKibben , author, educator, and tireless advocate for the earth and our environment joins us to discuss his latest initiative: Sun Day - a nationwide tribute to the sun, solar energy, and other renewable energy to...

  • Episode #6

    Meet Some 2025 Sustainable CT Fellows

    Jun 15, 202543 minS4

    The June episode of our podcast will introduce some of our newest Sustainable CT Fellows: Maya Aviles , Thomas Busemeyer and Anna Hilary . We place highly qualified college students across the state’s Councils of...

  • Episode #5

    A Conversation with Mallory Howard, the Mark Twain House & Museum

    May 15, 202544 minS4

    Mallory Howard is the Assistant Curator at the Mark Twain House & Museum in Hartford - which just so happens to be where we'll be having our 2025 Spring into Summer Celebration on June 4. Mallory knows more about the...

  • Episode #4

    A Conversation with Dave Dickson, Director of UConn CLEAR

    Apr 15, 202555 minS4

    We catch up with David Dickson, Director of the University of Connecticut Center for Land Use Education and Research - a/k/a UConn CLEAR. UConn CLEAR provides indispensable resources to land use decision makers in...

  • Episode #3

    In Conversation with Danielle Chesebrough, First Selectman of Stonington

    Mar 15, 202552 minS4

    Danielle Chesebrough knows a thing or two about responsible investments. She's the First Selectman of Stonington and a member of Sustainable CT's Board of Directors. And before holding these notable positions, Danielle...

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