Rebranding Connecticut, 'Have You Heard of Christmas?' Lou Reed and The Velvet Underground (Full Bio), What Was Your Favorite Book of 2023?

All Of It with Alison Stewart | Dec 19, 2023

Connecticut often feels overshadowed by neighbors like Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Vermont, all states with strong identities and recognizable brands. So, the state is rebranding. New York Times reporter Amelia Nierenberg joins us to discuss her recent article, "Stuffy, Preppy, Sleepy: Can a Rebrand Fix Connecticut’s Reputation?" and take calls from Connecticut listeners about how they would brand the Nutmeg state.

Comedian, musician, and Las Culturistas podcast host Matt Rogers joins us to discuss his new holiday album, Have You Heard of Christmas? ahead of his Town Hall show on December 23.

For this month's Full Bio, we discuss the life and career of pioneering musician and poet Lou Reed with Will Hermes, author of the new book, Lou Reed: The King of New York. For today's installment, we discuss the formation and success of The Velvet Underground.

What was your favorite book of 2023? We take your calls and discuss some of the highlights of the year with Jordan Lauf, All Of It and Get Lit book club producer.

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