How media influencers are shaping news and impacting democracy

Jess Rauchberg, Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication at Seton Hall University, joins Steve Adubato to analyze how media influencers who are untrained in ethical journalism are shaping news and impacting democracy.

2025-02-07T10:31:08-05:00

Sesame Street Workshop & their initiative “Little Neighbors”

Steve Adubato is joined by Maria Spina, Manager of PSEG Foundation & Corporate Social Responsibility, and Jeanette Betancourt, Ed.D., Senior Vice President of U.S. Social Impact at Sesame Street Workshop, to discuss Little Neighbors, an initiative aimed at fostering children’s understanding of community values, such as compassion, safety, and care for the environment.

2025-02-07T10:30:15-05:00

Former NY State Senator reflects on the current state of race relations

Steve Adubato sits down with H. Carl McCall, the first Executive Director of the Schumann Fund for New Jersey and Former New York State Senator, to discuss higher education institutions, recent student protests, and the current state of race relations.

2025-02-06T09:28:19-05:00

Integrating physical and behavioral health for better patient outcomes

Steve Adubato is joined by Suzanne Kunis, President and Chief Executive Officer of NovaWell and Vice President of Behavioral Health Solutions at Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, to explore how integrating physical and behavioral health improves patient outcomes and the importance of youth mental health.

2025-02-06T09:23:02-05:00

Inclusive alternatives to theater for the Deaf community

One-on-One Senior Correspondent Jacqui Tricarico sits down with Kristy Whilden, 2024 Russ Berrie Making A Difference Honoree, and her daughter Hailey Whilden, Founder and Co-founder, of Hands Up Silent Theatre, to discuss their inclusive approach to theater for the Deaf and hard of hearing.

2025-02-04T12:02:44-05:00

Transparency in charter schools & the importance of the Federal Department of Education

Steve Adubato speaks with Harry Lee, President & CEO of New Jersey Public Charter Schools Association, to address transparency within charter school budgets, the importance of the Federal Department of Education, and the academic success of charter schools in urban areas.

2025-02-07T10:32:02-05:00

Important investments in facilities for students in Newark, NJ

One-on-One Senior Correspondent Jacqui Tricarico talks with Andrew Christ, SVP of Real Estate Development & Capital Operations at New Jersey Institute of Technology, to discuss investments made in spaces throughout Newark to provide better facilities for students.

2025-01-31T10:58:57-05:00

Supporting the families of fallen first responders in New Jersey

Steve Adubato sits down with Frank Siller, CEO of Tunnel to Towers, to discuss how the organization works to support the families of fallen first responders and veterans by providing resources, such as mortgage-free homes.

2025-01-31T10:55:27-05:00

Using telehealth to remove barriers to mental health treatment

Steve Adubato sits down with Kenneth M. Esser Jr., EVP of Behavioral Health at Hackensack Meridian Health and President of Hackensack Meridian Health Carrier Clinic, to explore how telehealth is removing barriers to mental health treatment and the latest advancements in treating resistant disorders.

2025-01-31T10:52:23-05:00

The challenges facing the military community in New Jersey

Ray Zardetto, Editor and Writer of ROI-NJ’s Military Matters, joins Steve Adubato to discuss the impact of New Jersey’s military bases on the state's economy and the challenges facing the military community, including food insecurity and mental health.

2025-01-26T11:31:31-05:00
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