Best Newyorkuniversity Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 156: Allen McFarlane, NYU Associate Dean of Students 52:27

7M ago52:27

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Allen McFarlane, NYU Associate Dean of Students, Outreach and Engagement. Allen is here to talk about the ways in which the Office of Dean of Students supports students here in NYC and abroad.By New York University Department of Campus Safety

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Episode 155: Grace Cosachov Protos, Executive Director of NYU Work Life 43:38

7M ago43:38

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Grace Cosachov Protos, Executive Director of NYU Work Life office, which serves as the bridge between university-wide policy and the unique needs of NYU employees that aims to create a culture of support and harmony in both work and life. HAve a listen and learn about all of the resources provided by this office.…

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Episode 154: Mike Wolo, Traumatic Brain Injury Survivor 46:25

7M ago46:25

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Mike Wolo; approximately twenty years ago, in the fall of 2003, Mike was crushed by 10,000 pounds of granite stone and stopped breathing for six minutes. Mike suffered a traumatic brain injury and was told by physicians that he would never be the same again, and to say goodbye to who he was prior to the accident. …

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Episode 153: Sonny, Experience as an Incarcerated Person 56:17

8M ago56:17

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Sonny; on September 27, 2018, Sonny was charged with two counts of transporting an illegal substance across state lines, in the southeastern part of the United States. Sonny served four years in prison after pleading guilty for his crimes; he is here to share his experience as an incarcerated person in this educat…

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Episode 152: Amanda Quick, Wife of a Sex Trafficker 1:05:39

8M ago1:05:39

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Amanda Quick, the author of the memoir “The Sex Trafficker’s Wife,” a story of crime and betrayal. While Amanda was at home raising her three small boys, her husband was at work, unbeknownst to Amanda, living a life of crime, sex trafficking minors. This is Amanda’s story.…

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Episode 151: John Matherson, NYU Global Card Services and Security Systems 38:53

8M ago38:53

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Today I welcome John Matherson, Associate Vice President of Global Card Services and Security Systems at NYU; John is here to talk about his professional journey as a subject matter expert in engineering, technology and security systems that ultimately brought him to the Department of Campus Safety at NYU in a senior leadership role.…

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Episode 150: Marisa Randazzo, Threat Management Expert 1:03:52

8M ago1:03:52

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Dr. Marisa Randazzo, the Executive Director of Threat Management at Ontic, where she leads strategic consulting and services to support the development of threat assessment protocols; she also serves as the Director of Threat Assessment for Georgetown University. Previously, Dr. Randazzo led SIGMA Threat Managemen…

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Episode 149: Heather Glogolich, Law Enforcement Officer and Domestic Violence Survivor / Advocate 57:32

9M ago57:32

57:32

On this episode, Karen speaks with Heather Glogolich. Heather is currently a Captain with the NJ Institute of Technology Police Department, the Vice President for the professional organization New Jersey Women in Law Enforcement (NJWLE) and a law enforcement advisor for the web-based app VictimsVoice, a legally admissible documentation tool that al…

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Episode 148: Louis Molina, Commissioner, NYC Department of Correction 53:46

9M ago53:46

53:46

On this episode, Karen speaks with Louis Molina, Commissioner of the New York City Department of Correction since January 1, 2022. Commissioner Molina is a Bronx-born ex-Marine with over twenty years’ experience in the criminal justice arena, having served prior stints in the New York City Police Department, in the field of human services assisting…

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Episode 147: AJ Croce, Singer/Songwriter, Son of Jim Croce and Trauma Survivor 52:42

9M ago52:42

52:42

On this episode, Karen speaks with AJ Croce, the son of legendary singer songwriter Jim Croce, who tragically died in a plane crash in 1973 when AJ was just 2. Croce died at the height of burgeoning success but left behind a number of noteworthy hits. His 1972 breakthrough album You Don’t Mess Around with Jim produced top-charting singles like “Tim…

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Episode 146: Leslie Weirich, Suicide Prevention Advocate 58:00

9M ago58:00

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Leslie Weirich, a passionate suicide prevention educator and advocate, and the mother of Austin. On September 10, 2016, on World Suicide Prevention Awareness Day, Leslie awoke to the news that her son had taken his life; he was 20. This is Leslie’s story.By New York University Department of Campus Safety

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Episode 145: Taylor O'Brien, Ovarian Cancer Awareness 41:17

10M ago41:17

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Meet Taylor O’Brien, diagnosed with Stage 3C low-grade ovarian cancer on September 13, 2022. According to the American Cancer Society, this cancer mainly develops in women over 55 or after menopause. On June 24, 2023, Taylor celebrated her 29th birthday; this is her story.By New York University Department of Campus Safety

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Episode 144: Kit Turner, Suicide Awareness and Prevention 41:47

10M ago41:47

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Kit Turner. On November 28, 2021, Kit lost her 20 – year - old son Myles to suicide; Kit is here to share her son’s story and how she has turned her heartbreak into advocacy regarding suicide prevention.By New York University Department of Campus Safety

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Episode 143: Anne-Marie McLaughlin and Andrew McMahan, NYU Campus Safety Global Resiliency and Security 51:37

10M ago51:37

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On this episode, Karen speaks with two members of the NYU Department of Campus Safety: Anne Marie McLaughlin, Director of Emergency Management and Continuity and Andrew McMahan, Associate Vice President, Global Resiliency and Security. Anne Marie and Andrew are going to talk about preparation, process and response to emergencies at NYU in New York …

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Episode 142: Brooke Eby, Diagnosed with ALS, Educating and Bringing Awareness Through Social Media 1:07:27

10M ago1:07:27

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Brooke Eby; in March 2023, at the age of 33, Brooke was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), or Lou Gehrig’s disease, a progressive neurodegenerative disease with no cure. Most doctors give a newly diagnosed person 2-5 years to live. With lots of support from family, friends, and co-workers, Brooke …

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Episode 141: Dr. Jason Pina, NYU Senior Vice President for University Life 1:01:57

10M ago1:01:57

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Dr. Jason Pina. At the time of this interview, Dr. Pina was Vice President for University Life & Global Programs at New York University; he was recently promoted to Senior Vice President for University Life. Prior to his appointments at NYU, Dr. Pina served as Ohio University’s Vice President for Student Affairs. …

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Episode 140: Cindy Liccardo, Esq., Cancer Survivor 42:46

1y ago42:46

42:46

On this episode, Karen speaks with Cindy Liccardo, Esquire. Cindy was diagnosed with lung cancer on June 17, 2021; she had a left upper lobe lung resection surgery in November, completed her treatment in December and in January 2022, the cancer had metastasized to her brain. Following rigorous segmental brain radiation treatment, today, there is no…

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Episode 139: Assistant United States Attorney Michelle Rotella, Project Safe Childhood Coordinator 42:23

1y ago42:23

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Michelle Rotella, Assistant United States Attorney and Project Safe Childhood Coordinator responsible for the intake of all child exploitation matters in the 9-county Eastern District of Pennsylvania. Michelle is a subject matter expert in child exploitation and cybercrime and serves on a nationwide committee as A…

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Episode 138: Courtney Friel, Substance Abuse Awareness 41:04

1y ago41:04

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Courtney Friel, an anchor and reporter for KTLA in Los Angeles, California, and the author of a memoir, “Tonight At 10: Kicking Booze and Breaking News,” which details her ascent in the news business while dealing with alcohol and drug addiction. Courtney is here to share her story and her journey to recovery…

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Episode 137: Dr. Gregory McDonald, Fentanyl Awareness 34:34

1y ago34:34

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On this episode, Karen speaks with a frequent guest of You Matter!, Dr. Gregg McDonald, Chief Deputy Coroner for Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, and the Dean of the School of Health Sciences and Chair of the Department of Forensic Medicine and Pathology at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. McDonald and I are going to discuss in…

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Episode 136: Diane Button, End-of-Life Doula 44:24

1y ago44:24

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Diane R. Button. Diane is a founding partner of the Bay Area End-of-Life Doula Alliance in Northern California, and an instructor for the University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine End-of-Life Doula Professional Certificate Program. Her latest book, Dear Death, combines the insights gained from her research …

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Episode 135: Dr. Adam Hill, Pediatric Palliative Care 42:55

1y ago42:55

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Dr. Adam Hill, a pediatric palliative care physician, author and recovering alcoholic. Dr. Hill openly shares his story of depression, suicidal thoughts and alcoholism while working in the field of medicine; he wrote "Long Walk Out of the Woods" in which he shares his story and lifts the veil of secrecy regarding …

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Episode 134: Sandra Joseph, Broadway Actress 1:06:18

1y ago1:06:18

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Sandra Joseph, #1 bestselling author and keynote speaker, and the longest-running leading lady in the longest-running Broadway show of all-time, Christine in The Phantom of the Opera, which spanned ten years and more than 1,300 performances. Sandra has also been seen on numerous national broadcasts, including The …

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Episode 133: Chairman Samuel J. Plumeri, Parole Awareness 53:41

1+ y ago53:41

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Chairman of the New Jersey State Parole Board, Samuel J. Plumeri. Chairman Plumeri is here to educate listeners about parole as well as share his professional journey that lead to his current position, heading the state’s lead reentry organization, ensuring that formerly incarcerated persons return to society as l…

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Episode 132: Kim Alexis, Author, Actress and Model 47:49

1+ y ago47:49

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Kim Alexis, author, actress and supermodel who has appeared on the cover of magazines like Sports Illustrated, Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Glamour, Self and Cosmopolitan, and in 1983, was the face of Revlon. Kim is here to share her journey to fame that began at the age of 17 when she was discovered by Elite Talent Ag…

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Episode 131: Paul Frase and Alison Rockett, Myotubular Myopathy Awareness 1:08:32

1+ y ago1:08:32

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Paul Frase, 11-year NFL Super Bowl veteran, and Alison Rockett, CEO and President and Co-Founder of The Joshua Frase Foundation, the parents of Isabella and Joshua. Joshua was born on February 2, 1995, with an ultra-rare and fatal neuromuscular disorder called myotubular myopathy and passed away on December 24, 20…

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Episode 130: Daniel "Rudy" Ruettiger's Motivational Journey 58:09

1+ y ago58:09

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Daniel “Rudy” Reuttiger; 'Rudy' is an American motivational speaker and author who played college football at the University of Notre Dame and is the real-life inspiration for the iconic 1993 film RUDY. Rudy is here to share the story behind the film as well as his life journey since Rudy was released.…

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Episode 129: Phillip Tyler, Mental Health Awareness and Suicide Prevention 40:58

1+ y ago40:58

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Phillip Tyler; Phillip lost his son Devon to suicide in November of 2017 at the age of 22. Phillip is here to share his son’s story and how he turned his heartbreak into healing as a mental health advocate and suicide prevention educator.By New York University Department of Campus Safety

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Episode 128: Michelle Corrao, Abduction Survivor 49:48

1+ y ago49:48

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Michelle Corrao, author of Found, Triumph over Fear with Grace and Gratitude: The Michelle Corrao Story, to share her journey to recovery following her abduction in front of her home in 1996, after which she was sexually assaulted and then forced into the trunk of her car where she was later found by an off-duty p…

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Episode 127: Daniella DeChristopher, Overcoming Adversity 42:47

1+ y ago42:47

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On the episode, Karen speaks with Daniella DeChristopher, author of Behind Closed Doors A Daughter’s Story, the story of a family from Italy that came to America on vacation and never returned to their homeland. When their youngest unwed daughter became pregnant in 1949, her family disowned her; she was seventeen when she gave birth to her daughter…

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Epsiode 126: Bradi Nathan, Mental Health Awareness 30:45

1+ y ago30:45

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Bradi Nathan, the mother of Jack who passed away suddenly and accidentally on July 3, 2020, at the age of 19 after consuming a fentanyl-laced pill. Jack struggled with mental illness during his life and as a result, created HappyJacksWorld, an online safe haven for kids who struggle with mental illness. Bradi is h…

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Episode 125: Jessica Plumeri, Women in the Security Profession 39:35

1+ y ago39:35

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Jessica Plumeri, Chief of Detectives in the Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office located in Trenton, New Jersey, the only female police chief in a county law enforcement agency in the State of New Jersey. Chief Plumeri is here to share her journey to the role of top cop in Mercer County as well as the evolution of th…

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Episode 124: Danielle Elleman and April Fellers, Hosts of the 'Good Sex @ NYU' Podcast 30:26

1+ y ago30:26

30:26

On the Season 8 premeire of the You Matter! Podcast, Karen speaks with Danielle Elleman, Associate Director, Sexual Misconduct Support Services and Sexual Misconduct Support Services, and April Fellers, Nurse Manager, Primary Care, Student Health Center, the hosts of Good Sex @NYU, a new podcast intended to destigmatize conversations surrounding se…

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Episode 123: Concetta Bertoldi, Author and Psychic 28:58

1+ y ago28:58

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On this episode, Karen speaks with New York Times bestselling author and full-time psychic medium Concetta Bertoldi. Concetta has the extraordinary ability to see and hear things that most people cannot, and has been consulted by Britain’s royal family, American celebrities and others regarding relationships, illnesses and coping with loss, to name…

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Episode 122: Lydia and Randy Grimes, Addiction Awareness 38:38

1+ y ago38:38

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Lydia Grimes and her husband Randy, a former NFL player with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, a return guest to the You Matter! podcast. In our previous conversation with Randy, he shared his story of addiction to painkillers as an NFL player, as well as his 20 - year addiction that followed his retirement from the NFL. …

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Episode 121: Joe Paglione and Mike Castaldo, Internet Crimes Against Children 29:48

1+ y ago29:48

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Sergeants Joe Paglione and Mike Castaldo, supervisors of the Internet Crimes Against Children Unit, which is part of the Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office located in Trenton, NJ. Sergeants Paglione and Castaldo are here to share the service that their Unit provides to child victims and to educate listeners regardi…

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Episode 120: Rachel DeAlto, Communications Expert 39:22

1+ y ago39:22

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Rachel DeAlto, a mom, lawyer turned author, relationship and communications expert, media personality and speaker. In September 2021, Rachel’s book Relatable: How to Connect with Anyone Anywhere (Even if It Scares You) was released; Rachel is here to talk about her book as well as her transition from lawyer to com…

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Episode 119: Michelle Lipinski, Substance Abuse Disorder Awareness 38:37

1+ y ago38:37

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Michelle Lipinski, principal of Northshore Recovery High School, a school with a feature that sets itself apart from most other schools in the country - its students all have a diagnosed substance abuse disorder.By New York University Department of Campus Safety

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Episode 118: Pam O'Donnell, Impaired and Distracted Driving Awareness 38:02

1+ y ago38:02

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Pam O'Donnell, an advocate, motivational speaker and mother. On February 22, 2016, Pam’s life was turned upside down when her husband and 5-year-old daughter were killed by an impaired driver, leaving Pam as the only parent to her 10-year-old daughter. Pam has turned her family’s tragedy into action and has since …

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Episode 117: Julie McFadden, Hospice Nurse 56:21

1+ y ago56:21

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Julie McFadden, a Southern California hospice nurse who has taken to social media as Hospice Nurse Julie. Julie will share personal insights and facts about death and dying and how her career has given her a new appreciation of the human body’s capacity to take care of us in death.…

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Episode 116: Michele, Matthew and Nacole Canning, Mitchell Syndrome 43:00

1+ y ago43:00

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NYU Head Women's Soccer Coach Michele Canning and her brother and sister-in-law Matthew and Nacole are here to talk about Matthew's and Nacole's son Cole, 5-years-old, who is battling a rare disease called Mitchell's Syndrome. Cole, who once lived a normal life of a toddler, can barely walk or eat on his own; he is only 1 of 16 people diagnosed wit…

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Episode 115: Phoenix Carnevale, Women's Self Defense 40:16

1+ y ago40:16

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Phoenix Carnevale, an actress, media personality, fitness trainer, martial arts and self-defense expert; she has been featured on MTV, CNN, and ESPN and in Shape, Self, and Latina magazines as a health and fitness expert. Phoenix is here to talk about women’s self-defense, its relevance and importance regardless o…

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Episode 114: Carla Tardif and Rifka Coleman, Family Reach 37:51

1+ y ago37:51

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On this episode, Karen welcomes Season 5 returning guest Carla Tardif, CEO of Family Reach, a nonprofit organization dedicated to removing the financial barriers standing between a cancer patient and their treatment, and Rifka Coleman, a patient advocate who relied upon Family Reach after her own cancer diagnosis at the age of 37 during the Covid-1…

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Episode 113: Sheri Kurdakul, VictimsVoice App 38:40

1+ y ago38:40

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Sheri Kurdakul, CEO and Founder of VictimsVoiceApp, a web-based app, the only legally admissible documentation tool that allows victims to store evidence that satisfies the evidence rules of each state.By New York University Department of Campus Safety

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Episode 112: Guy Felicella, Addiction Awareness 47:02

2y ago47:02

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On this episode, Guy Felicella shares his experience with a twenty-year addiction and homelessness; on six occasions he overdosed, died and was brought back to life. Today, Guy is an advocate for those who suffer from Substance Use Disorder and all that accompanies it, in an effort to remove the shame and stigma associated with addiction.…

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Episode 111: Jay Rosenblatt, Bullying Awareness 38:13

2y ago38:13

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In this episode, Karen speaks with Jay Rosenblatt, a San Francisco filmmaker who hails from Brooklyn, New York. Jay is a filmmaker responsible for the Oscar-nominated documentary “When We Were Bullies,” wherein Jay tracks down his fifth-grade class, and teacher, to examine their memories of a bullying incident that occurred over 50 years ago. Jay i…

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Episode 110: Kate Brookes, Transgender Awareness 57:06

2y ago57:06

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On this episode, Karen welcomes Kate Brookes. Kate is writer, producer, political junkie, LGBTQ ally and proud mom of twins- one of whom is transgender. Kate is here to share her daughter’s story, as well as her own as the mother of a transgender child.By New York University Department of Campus Safety

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Episode 109: Bethann Mercanti, Stroke Awareness 43:38

2y ago43:38

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Bethann Mercanti, the Director of Clinical Operations for the Neurological Institute at Cooper University Healthcare in Camden, New Jersey. She has practiced in neurology as a PA for 10 years, specializing in stroke and cerebrovascular disease. She developed the Comprehensive Stroke Program at Cooper University He…

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Episode 108: NYU Alums Stephanie Wittels Wachs and Jackie Danziger, Lemonada Media 26:14

2y ago26:14

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On this episode, Karen speaks with NYU alums Stephanie Wittels Wachs and Jackie Danziger. Stephanie is a voice actress, activist, and author, and the co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of the podcast network Lemonada Media. Jackie Danziger is the Vice President of Content and Production at Lemonada Media, a writer and voice over artist. Stephani…

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Episode 107: Patti McSteen, Senior Associate Vice President and Deputy, Global Campus Safety 46:55

2y ago46:55

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On this episode, Karen speaks with Patti McSteen, Senior Associate Vice President and Deputy, Global Campus Safety, and a new member of Campus Safety leadership. A main objective of this podcast is to highlight resources available to the NYU community; Patti is exactly that. At the end of this conversation, you will have an understanding of the val…

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