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Making a Difference: Gen Z
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Making a Difference: Gen Z

Making A Difference, Think Tank, Videos

Making a Difference: Gen Z

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 [...]

Thomas Viglietta2025-12-19T10:50:09-05:00

How this organization empowers blind individuals through accessible technology
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How this organization empowers blind individuals through accessible technology

Making A Difference, One-on-One, Videos

How this organization empowers blind individuals through accessible technology

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.

Thomas Viglietta2025-12-12T09:47:08-05:00

The role of employment in supporting autistic individuals’ independence
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The role of employment in supporting autistic individuals’ independence

One-on-One, Stand & Deliver, Videos

The role of employment in supporting autistic individuals’ independence

December 17, 2025. Helen Genova, PhD, Associate Director of the Center for Autism Research at Kessler Foundation, joins Steve Adubato to challenge misconceptions about autism and discuss the role of employment in supporting autistic individuals’ independence and well-being.

Thomas Viglietta2025-12-12T09:42:37-05:00

Sen. Jon Bramnick (R) discusses civility in politics and the gubernatorial election
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Sen. Jon Bramnick (R) discusses civility in politics and the gubernatorial election

Democracy in Danger, State of Affairs, Videos

Sen. Jon Bramnick (R) discusses civility in politics and the gubernatorial election

December 6, 2025. Sen. Jon Bramnick (R), 21st Legislative District, sits down with Steve Adubato to discuss the New Jersey gubernatorial election, affordable accessible child care, and the importance of promoting civility in politics.

Thomas Viglietta2025-12-05T10:59:02-05:00

Asm. Louis D. Greenwald (D) examines independent media in New Jersey
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Asm. Louis D. Greenwald (D) examines independent media in New Jersey

Media Leadership & Democracy, State of Affairs, Videos

Asm. Louis D. Greenwald (D) examines independent media in New Jersey

December 6, 2025. Asm. Louis D. Greenwald (D), Assembly Majority Leader, joins Steve Adubato to examine some of New Jersey’s top issues and his efforts to support independent media in the state.

Thomas Viglietta2025-12-05T10:55:11-05:00

A Conversation with Jonathan Koppell, PhD, Pt. 2
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A Conversation with Jonathan Koppell, PhD, Pt. 2

Media Leadership & Democracy, Think Tank, Videos

A Conversation with Jonathan Koppell, PhD, Pt. 2

November 29, 2025. In the second half of this two-part series, Steve Adubato goes on-location to Montclair State University for an in-depth conversation with Montclair President, Dr. Jonathan Koppell. In cooperation with Montclair’s College of Communication and Media, Steve and Dr. Koppell explore academic freedom, campus safety, the value of higher education, and the future of democracy.

Thomas Viglietta2025-11-30T09:51:50-05:00

Why bipartisanship is essential in effective leadership
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Why bipartisanship is essential in effective leadership

Democracy in Danger, One-on-One, Videos

Why bipartisanship is essential in effective leadership

November 24, 2025. Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. joins Steve Adubato to explore the role of public parks in enhancing quality of life, key public health lessons learned since COVID-19, and why bipartisanship is essential in effective leadership.

Thomas Viglietta2025-11-24T10:56:00-05:00

Addressing the growing demand for public charter schools in NJ
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Addressing the growing demand for public charter schools in NJ

One-on-One, Urban Education That Works, Videos

Addressing the growing demand for public charter schools in NJ

November 24, 2025. Steve Adubato sits down with Harry Lee, President and CEO of the New Jersey Public Charter Schools Association, to discuss the growing demand for public charter schools and how they strengthen urban communities across the state.

Thomas Viglietta2025-11-24T10:53:45-05:00

Breaking the cycle of homelessness and addiction in NJ
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Breaking the cycle of homelessness and addiction in NJ

Making A Difference, State of Affairs, Videos

Breaking the cycle of homelessness and addiction in NJ

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.

Thomas Viglietta2025-11-22T08:50:12-05:00

A Conversation with Jonathan Koppell, PhD, Pt. 1
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A Conversation with Jonathan Koppell, PhD, Pt. 1

Media Leadership & Democracy, Think Tank, Videos

A Conversation with Jonathan Koppell, PhD, Pt. 1

November 22, 2025. In this special two-part series, Steve Adubato goes on-location to Montclair State University for an in-depth conversation with Montclair President, Dr. Jonathan Koppell. In cooperation with Montclair’s College of Communication and Media, Steve and Dr. Koppell explore academic freedom, campus safety, the value of higher education, and the future of democracy.

Thomas Viglietta2025-11-22T08:48:03-05:00