One-on-One: Author Highlights the First MLK Jr. Biography in Over a Decade
Jonathan Eig, author of King: A Life, joins Steve Adubato to discuss his new best-selling biography of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the first in over a generation.
Remember Them: Remembering The History of Golf in New Jersey
Steve Adubato and his Co-Host Jacqui Tricarico are joined by a group of golf experts and historians to highlight the history and rich culture of golf in New Jersey. They also address the disparity between men's and women's careers and the champions of golf who emerged from The Garden State, including Maureen Orcutt and John Shippen. Guests include: Kevin Casey, Author of Remarkable Stories of New Jersey Golf Val Skinner, Former LPGA Tour Player Kevin Purcell, Executive Director of the New Jersey State Golf Association
One-on-One: Students’ Rights to Privacy in NJ Public Schools
P Pedoto, LSW, Program Coordinator & Clinician at Pride+, Family Connections NJ, joins Steve Adubato to discuss students' rights to privacy in NJ public schools as it pertains to gender identity and sexuality, and the free services his organization provides.
Childcare Legislation and Reproductive Rights in the Military
U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill (D) – NJ joins Steve Adubato for an important discussion about bi-partisan childcare legislation, reproductive rights in the military, and the possible downfall of our democracy.
Remember Them: Remembering Celia Cruz and Sarah Vaughan
Arturo O’Farrill, Professor of Global Jazz Studies at UCLA and Founder of the Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra, sits down with Steve Adubato and his Remember Them Co-Host Jacqui Tricarico to talk about Celia Cruz, “The Queen of Salsa,” and her incredible multicultural influence on Latin Jazz music. Then, Elaine M. Hayes, Ph.D, Author of Queen of Bebop: The Musical Lives of Sarah Vaughan and Jazz Historian, joins Steve Adubato and his Co-Host Jacqui Tricarico to remember the extraordinary musical career of Sarah Vaughan, known as “The Divine One,” and her connection to Newark. [...]
One-on-One: Rudy Giuliani’s Role in our Failing Democracy
Steve Adubato sits down with Andrew Kirtzman, author of Giuliani: The Rise and Tragic Fall of America’s Mayor, to discuss the evolution of Rudy Giuliani’s legal and political career and the role he plays in the potential downfall of our democracy.
Addressing the Mental Health of our Youth
Steve Adubato is joined by a group of mental health leaders and advocates to address the nation’s youth mental health crisis. Panelists include: Dianne Grossman, Co-Founder, Mallory’s Army Steve Margeotes, Ph.D., Executive Director, Main St. Counseling Center Christine Norbut Beyer, MSW, Commissioner, NJ Department of Children and Families
Remember Them: Remembering Paul Sorvino and Ray Liotta
Dee Dee Sorvino, Wife of Paul Sorvino, Cabaret Star, and Founder of Sorvino Vino, joins Steve Adubato and Co-Host Jacqui Tricarico to honor her late husband and remember his impact on American pop culture. Then, Steve Edwards, President of the New Jersey Hall of Fame, highlights iconic Goodfellas star Ray Liotta, his legendary roles, and Steve’s personal experience growing up with Ray in Union, NJ.
Early Childhood Care and Education
Steve Adubato is joined by a panel of early childhood professionals to address the progress made in the child care sector and the work that still needs to be done on a local and national level. Panelists include: Winifred Smith-Jenkins, Director of Early Learning Policy and Advocacy at Advocates for Children of New Jersey Natasha Johnson, Assistant Commissioner of NJ, Division of Family Development Meghan Tavormina, M.A., President of New Jersey Association for the Education of Young Children
One-on-One: The Connection Between Innovation and Leadership
Steve Adubato and his Lessons in Leadership Co-host Mary Gamba talk with DeForest Soaries, Jr., President of Corporate Community Connections, Inc., about the connection between innovation and leadership.