How social determinants of health contribute to health disparities
Anita Ramsetty, MD, Director of Health Equity at Englewood Health, sits down with Steve Adubato to discuss how social determinants of health contribute to health disparities.
Making medical school accessible & affordable for tomorrow’s physicians
As part of our special series "Tomorrow's Physicians," Steve Adubato hosts a panel discussion with professionals in healthcare education about the efforts to make medical school more accessible and affordable for aspiring physicians. Panelists Include: Maria L. Soto-Greene, MD, Executive Vice Dean, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Director, Hispanic Center of Excellence, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Petros Levounis, MD, MA, Professor and Chair, Department of Psychiatry, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, 150th President, American Psychiatric Association Patricia Costante, Founding Member, EJI Excellence in Medicine Fund
How this food pantry is uplifting communities facing food insecurity
Steve Adubato sits down with Vesta Godwin Clark, Executive Director at St. James Social Service Corporation, to examine how their food pantry and soup kitchen dramatically pivoted during the pandemic.
Analyzing media, urban education, and misinformation in public policy
Barbara Martinez, CEO of The New Jersey Children's Foundation, joins Steve Adubato to analyze urban education, the importance of literacy initiatives, and the challenges of misinformation in public policy.
How Rutgers University- Newark is supporting young entrepreneurs
Steve Adubato sits down with Jasmine Cordero-West, Associate Director of Rutgers Advanced Institute for the Study of Entrepreneurship and Development and Co-Founder & Co-Director of Urban Solutions Lab at Rutgers University – Newark, to discuss supporting young entrepreneurs in urban areas.
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.
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.
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.
Legendary journalist Connie Chung highlights her career in broadcasting
Steve Adubato welcomes legendary journalist Connie Chung, author of "Connie: A Memoir," for a lively conversation about her journey to broadcasting, navigating a male-dominated industry, and her continued legacy.
“Making a Difference” - Supporting Black-led Organizations
As part of our Special Series "Making A Difference," Steve Adubato is joined by three change-makers to discuss the barriers Black-led organizations face in reaching the communities they serve. Panelists Include: Kareemah Harris-Baker, Nominator and Donor, SparkNJ A'Dorian Murray-Thomas, Founder of SHE Wins and 2018 Russ Berrie Making A Difference Awardee Nadine Wright-Arbubakrr, Founder & President of Nassan’s Place and 2024 Russ Berrie Making A Difference Awardee