December 24, 2025. Senior Correspondent Jacqui Tricarico sits down with Heather Andersen, President & CEO of Special Olympics New Jersey, and Mike Stigers, President & CEO of Wakefern Food Corp., to discuss how partnerships between non-profit and corporate organizations can better the community in meaningful ways.
December 20, 2025. Steve Adubato is joined by a panel of Russ Berrie Making A Difference Award Honorees who are using their voices to make waves in their community — proving that the next generation isn’t waiting for change, they’re leading it. Panelists Include: Trinity Jagdeo, Founder, From You Can’t to You Can and 2024 Russ Berrie Making a Difference Honoree Emma Joy, Founder, Girls Helping Girls Period and 2021 Russ Berrie Making a Difference Honoree Mark Leschinksky, Founder, Student World Impact Film Festival and 2025 Russ Berrie Making a Difference Honoree [...]
December 17, 2025. Jon Katz, President and CEO of Bestwork Industries for the Blind, joins Steve Adubato to discuss challenges facing visually impaired individuals in the workforce and how his organization empowers them through accessibility and innovative technology.
November 22, 2025. Peg Wright, Founder and CEO of The Center for Great Expectations and 2025 Russ Berrie Making A Difference honoree, joins Steve Adubato to discuss her non-profit’s mission to break the cycle of homelessness and addiction by providing comprehensive care to marginalized, pregnant, and parenting individuals.
October 18, 2025. Steve Adubato is joined by Michaela White, the National Grand Catholic Forensic League Speech Champion, and Saul Grullon, National Speech and Debate Association District Coach of the Year, to celebrate their achievements and discuss the importance of mentorship for student success.
October 4, 2025. Steve Adubato is joined by three Russ Berrie Making A Difference Award honorees to discuss their innovative solutions for a sustainable future. Panelists Include: Jose German-Gomez, Founder, Northeast Earth Coalition and 2023 Russ Berrie Making A Difference honoree Kim Gaddy, Founder and Director, The South Ward Environmental Alliance and 2021 Russ Berrie Making A Difference honoree Ron Hine, Founding Member and Executive Director, Fund For A Better Waterfront and 2024 Russ Berrie Making A Difference honoree
September 26, 2025. Steve Adubato and Senior Correspondent Jacqui Tricarico go on-location to the NJ Sharing Network's 15th Annual 5K Celebration of Life, to hear powerful stories from attendees highlighting the profound impact of organ and tissue donation on their lives, loved ones, and communities.
September 6, 2025. Steve Adubato goes on-location to the NJ Sharing Network 5K Celebration of Life to speak with Carolyn Welsh, President and CEO of NJ Sharing Network, about the legacy of the event as it marks its 15th anniversary.
August 6, 2025. Steve Adubato is joined by Idana Goldberg, PhD, CEO of The Russell Berrie Foundation, to discuss leaders making a difference in New Jersey and the foundation’s commitment to creating a safe space for the Jewish community.
July 28, 2025. Senior Correspondent Jacqui Tricarico sits down with Trinity Jagdeo, 2024 Russ Berrie Making A Difference Honoree and Founder of From We Can’t to We Can, to discuss her inclusive book series and the importance of representation for those with disabilities.
