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Eddie S. Glaude Jr. Examines Grassroots Movements and Black Activism
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Eddie S. Glaude Jr., Ph.D., Author of “We Are the Leaders We Have Been Looking For” and Professor of African American Studies at Princeton University, joins Steve Adubato to discuss how we as American citizens have the power to save our democracy, promote civil discourse, and lead change. Show 614By Think Tank with Steve Adubato
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Perry N. Halkitis Examines Political Ideologies and Public Trust
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Steve Adubato welcomes Perry N. Halkitis PhD, Dean at Rutgers School of Public Health, for a special half-hour conversation about how politics and misinformation have impacted public trust in science and medicine in our country. Show #619By Think Tank with Steve Adubato
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Steve Adubato speaks with Amy Torres, Executive Director of the New Jersey Alliance for Immigrant Justice, to understand our current U.S. immigration policy and the reform measures needed. Then, Senior Correspondent Jacqui Tricarico goes on-location to the NJ Sharing Network 5K Celebration of Life event to speak with Nancy Nusbaum, Double Eye Corne…
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Divakaran Manimaran; Teik C. Lim, Ph.D.; Evan Weiss
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Steve Adubato welcomes Divakaran Manimaran, President and Founder of Piscataway High School’s Donate Life Club and NJ Sharing Network Youth Volunteer, to discuss how he educates his classmates and community about the importance of organ and tissue donation. Dr. Teik Lim, President of NJIT, joins Steve Adubato to discuss the future of higher educati…
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Brandon McKoy; Carolyn M. Welsh; Joe Bertolino, Ed.D
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Brandon McKoy, President, The Fund for New Jersey, joins Steve to discuss the foundation’s commitment to supporting New Jersey news and public affairs programming and informing citizens about important policy issues. Steve Adubato and “Think Tank” Correspondent Mary Gamba sit down with Carolyn M. Welsh, President & CEO of NJ Sharing Network, about …
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Steve Adubato speaks with Chris Daggett, Board Chair and Interim Executive Director of the New Jersey Civic Information Consortium, to discuss the importance of supporting local news in marginalized communities and news deserts. Then, Steve Adubato sits down with Michellene Davis, Esq., President and CEO of National Medical Fellowships, to discuss …
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Challenges Facing Minority-Owned Businesses
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Three impactful business leaders join Steve Adubato to examine the barriers that minority-owned businesses face in New Jersey, as highlighted in the NJ Statewide Disparity Study of Contracting Opportunities for Minority and Women-Owned Businesses. Panelists include: Marjorie Perry, President & CEO, MZM Construction and Management Company, Inc. Carl…
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“Steve Adubato welcomes Batya Ungar-Sargon, Opinion Editor at Newsweek and Author of “Second Class: How the Elites Betrayed America’s Working Men and Women,” to examine the modern American Dream and the priorities of working-class voters ahead of the 2024 Presidential Election. Show #610By Think Tank with Steve Adubato
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Kate Endries, LMSW, and Susan Haspel; Jason C. Hernandez, Esq.; Sarah Adelman
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As part of our Special Series “Addressing Youth Mental Health,” Kate Endries, LMSW, National Director of Trauma-Informed Practice at Boys & Girls Clubs of America, and Susan Haspel, State Director of Boys & Girls Clubs in New Jersey, sit down with Steve Adubato to have a meaningful conversation about their trauma-informed practices and how they’re …
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As part of our “Urban Matters” Special Series, Nicky Sheats, Ph.D, Esq., Director of the Center for the Urban Environment at the John S. Watson Institute for Urban Policy and Research at Kean University, sits down with Steve Adubato to discuss combating environmental injustice in urban communities. Then, Max Pizarro, Editor-in-Chief at InsiderNJ.co…
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Making a Difference: Addressing Period Poverty
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As part of our “Making A Difference” series, Steve Adubato is joined by three passionate women to examine creating sustainable change for those affected by period poverty. Panelists include: Emma Joy, Co-Founder, Girls Helping Girls. Period. Bridget Cutler, Founder and Co-Executive Director, Moms Helping Moms Foundation Asw. Shanique Speight (D) – …
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Sahar Aziz, Distinguished Professor of Law at Rutgers Law School and Director of the Center for Security, Race and Rights at Rutgers University, joins Steve Adubato as part of a special series, “Confronting Racism & Prejudice,” to respond to the historic rise in Islamophobia across the nation, the vandalization of the Center for Islamic Life at Rut…
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Patrice Lenowitz; Amy Tuininga, Ph.D.; Edwin Reyes
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Patrice Lenowitz, who lost her son to a fentanyl overdose and is now an advocate for substance abuse education and prevention, shares an important conversation with me about the extreme dangers of synthetic fentanyl and the loss of her son Max; Amy Tuininga, Ph.D., Director of PSEG Institute for Sustainability Studies at Montclair State University …
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Matt Rawitzer; Triada Stampas; Wesley Mathews
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Matt Rawitzer, Executive Director of First Tee – Metropolitan New York, joins Steve Adubato to talk about using golf as a vehicle for growth, particularly for children and teens in underrepresented areas. President and CEO of Fulfill Triada Stampas talks about the heightened issue of food insecurity and the pathways to success that her organization…
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Presidential Candidate Cornel West: Race & the Two-Party System
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As part of our “Race Matters” mini-series, Steve Adubato welcomes Cornel West, Ph.D., an Independent Presidential Candidate and Professor of Philosophy & Christian Practice at Union Theological Seminary, for a special half-hour conversation to discuss race relations in our country, affirmative action, and his reasoning for not associating with the …
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Bryan Crable, Ph.D.; Kevin Kelleher and Denise Graff Policastro; Rev. Edwin D. Leahy, O.S.B.
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Steve Adubato and Think Tank Correspondent Mary Gamba are joined by Bryan Crable, Ph.D., Founding Dean, College of Human Development, Culture, and Media at Seton Hall University, who discusses innovation in higher education and what leadership skills are essential for this next generation. Then, Senior Correspondent Jacqui Tricarico goes on-locatio…
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Julienne Cherry; Mary Ellen Roberts; Beth Simone Noveck, Ph.D.
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Steve Adubato welcomes Julienne Cherry, President & CEO of United Way Greater Union County, to discuss strengthening the family unit, rental assistance programs, and combatting food insecurity; Then, Mary Ellen Roberts, Director of Nursing Practice and Acute Care Practitioner Program at Seton Hall University, talks about the ongoing nursing shortag…
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Author Franklin Foer Discusses President Biden’s Leadership In His Political Career
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Franklin Foer, Author of “The Last Politician,” joins Steve Adubato to analyze President Joe Biden’s leadership as both President and Vice President, his cognitive abilities, and the influence of those in his inner circle. 12724 #524By Think Tank with Steve Adubato
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Mayor Marty Small, Sr.; David Walker; Christine Guhl-Sadovy
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Atlantic City Mayor, Marty Small, joins Steve for a conversation about combatting food insecurity in Atlantic City and the debate on banning smoking in Atlantic City casinos; CEO of Visions and Pathways, David Walker, highlights the homelessness crisis for youth who have aged out of the foster care system, and the housing services this organization…
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Asw. Ellen Park (D) – NJ; Peter J. Woolley, Ph.D.; Sen. Joseph Pennacchio (R) – NJ
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Asw. Ellen Park (D) – NJ, 37th Legislative District, sits down with Steve Adubato to talk about being the first Korean American in the NJ Legislature and her top priorities while in office, including gun control, education, and childcare; Then, Peter J. Woolley, Ph.D., Founding Director of the School of Public and Global Affairs at Fairleigh Dickin…
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Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (D) – NJ; Neal Shapiro
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U.S. Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (D) – NJ, joins Steve Adubato to forecast the 2024 Presidential Election and the future of our democracy; President & CEO of The WNET Group Neal Shapiro discusses creating programming that highlights New Jersey’s rich culture and the role of public media in our democracy. 12/30/23 #523…
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Making a Difference: Service to Others; Lorie Rodimer
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Steve Adubato is joined by two Russ Berrie Making A Difference Award Winners to highlight their activism in public service and the difference they’re making in their local communities. Panelists include: Norma Bowe, Ph.D., RN, Director of Be The Change NJ and Professor of Public Health at Kean University Robt Martin Seda-Schreiber, Founder & Chief …
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Edmund Adjapong, Ph.D.; Sarah Adelman; Robert C. Garrett
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Edmund Adjapong, Ph.D., Program Director of Secondary Education at Seton Hall University, joins Steve Adubato for a discussion about the educational and cultural significance of hip-hop and how he’s utilizing it as a multimodal approach to learning. Steve Adubato sits down with Sarah Adelman, Commissioner of New Jersey Department of Human Services,…
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Sean Spiller; Andrew Kirtzman; Julie Roginsky
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Steve Adubato goes on-location to the NJEA Convention in Atlantic City, to talk with NJEA President, Sean Spiller, about some of the issues facing educators today and why this annual convention is important to teachers and support staff from all over the state. Steve Adubato sits down with Andrew Kirtzman, Author of Giuliani: The Rise and Tragic Fa…
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R. Joseph Huddleston, Ph.D.; Andrew Kirtzman
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R. Joseph Huddleston, PhD, Associate Professor, School of Diplomacy and International Relations, Seton Hall University, sits down with Steve Adubato to provide his perspective on the complex, ongoing conflict between the Israeli government and Hamas, and its important historical context. Steve Adubato sits down with Andrew Kirtzman, author of Giuli…
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U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill (D) – NJ; Joaquin Duato
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U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill (D) – NJ joins Steve Aduabto for an important discussion about bi-partisan childcare legislation, reproductive rights in the military, and the possible downfall of our democracy. Steve Adubato welcomes Joaquin Duato, Chairman of the Board and CEO, Johnson & Johnson about leadership, branding, sustainability and future front…
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Addressing the Mental Health of our Youth
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Steve Adubato is joined by a group of mental health leaders and advocates to address the nation’s youth mental health crisis. Panelists include: Dianne Grossman, Co-Founder, Mallory’s Army Steve Margeotes, Ph.D., Executive Director, Main St. Counseling Center Christine Norbut Beyer, MSW, Commissioner, NJ Department of Children and Families 93023 #5…
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Steve Adubato is joined by a panel of early childhood professionals to address the progress made in the child care sector and the work that still needs to be done on a local and national level. Panelists include: Winifred Smith-Jenkins, Director of Early Learning Policy and Advocacy at Advocates for Children of New Jersey Natasha Johnson, Assistant…
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William Connell, Ph.D.; Michele N. Sierkerka, Esq.; Anika Bhatnagar
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Steve Adubato welcomes William Connell, Ph.D., La Motta Chair of Italian Studies at Seton Hall University, for an informative discussion about the history and impact of Italian Americans in New Jersey. Michele Siekerka, President & CEO of New Jersey Business and Industry Association joins Steve Adubato to discuss the corporate business tax, the imp…
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Steve Adubato and Dr. Eddie S. Glaude Jr., author of Begin Again: James Baldwin’s America and Its Urgent Lessons for Our Own and Professor of African American Studies at Princeton University, have an insightful and important conversation about the acclaimed writer James Baldwin and our failure to confront racism, as well as the issue of race relati…
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U.S. Rep. Josh Gottheimer (D) – NJ; Meryl Frank
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Steve Adubato sits down with U.S. Rep. Josh Gottheimer (D) – NJ of the 5th Congressional District who provides his perspective on the 2024 Presidential Election and the need for a bipartisan approach to important issues facing our nation. Ambassador Meryl Frank (ret.), Author of “Unearthed: A Lost Actress, a Forbidden Book, and a Search for Life in…
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Kareem McKenzie; Jeannie Fournier; Tim McLoone
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Retired NY Giants Super Bowl Champ, Kareem McKenzie, joins Steve Adubato to highlight his career off the football field and his passion for helping young people in marginalized communities. Jeannie Fournier, Vice President of Programs & Services at Community FoodBank of NJ joins Steve Adubato to address the heightened issue of food insecurity, infl…
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Jade Duncan, D.D.S., M.ED.; Vincent Solomeno Brian Bridges, Ph.D., New Jersey Secretary of Higher Education, joins Steve Adubato to address the mental health issues facing college students, affirmative action in higher education and the impact of institutional racism. Jade Duncan, D.D.S., M.ED., Director of Dental Services at Zufall Health, sits do…
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Lynnette Mawhinney, Ph.D. NJ Globe Columnists Daniel Bryan, Democratic Strategist and Alex Wilkes, Republican Strategist join Steve Adubato to discuss the need for civil conversations around politics and the leadership of both President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden. Lynnette Mawhinney, Ph.D., Professor & Chair of the Department of Urban Edu…
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Asw. Shanique Speight (D) – NJ; Asw. Aura Dunn (R) – NJ; Yuriy Boyechko
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Asw. Shanique Speight (D) – NJ, joins Steve Adubato for an important discussion about period poverty, the marginalized groups that are impacted, and her personal experience that influenced her passion for this legislation. Asw. Aura Dunn (R) – NJ joins Steve Adubato to provide her perspective on affordable, accessible child care, the child tax cred…
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Excellence in Education; Elisabeth Ginsburg
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Steve Adubato sits down with a panel of New Jersey educators to discuss the ever-changing landscape in public education and the impact of book banning. Panelists include: Ariel Babcock, Social Studies & Media Teacher Martha Hickson, High School Librarian Ian Evans, 7th Grade Literacy Teacher Betsy Ginsburg, Executive Director of Garden State Coalit…
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Daniel Semenza, Ph.D.; Making a Difference: Addressing Gun Violence
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“Daniel Semenza, Ph.D., Director of the Interpersonal Gun Violence Research Center at Rutgers University, joins Steve for a compelling conversation about the prevalence of gun violence, concealed carry laws and the communities that are disproportionately impacted. Then, Steve Adubato is joined by two Russ Berrie Making A Difference winners to highl…
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Sen. Steven Oroho (R) – NJ; Idana Goldberg, Ph.D.; Linda Schwimmer, JD
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Republican Leader Sen. Steven Oroho (R) – NJ sits down with Steve Adubato to discuss his decision to retire, the need for civilized public discourse, and the importance of affordable, accessible child care. Idana Goldberg, PhD., CEO of the Russell Berrie Foundation, joins Steve Adubato to highlight the 2023 Russ Berrie Making a Difference Awards an…
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Jeff Kanige; South Jersey Small Businesses: What’s Next
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Steve Adubato is joined by NJBIZ Chief Editor Jeff Kanige to discuss the most pressing issues facing small businesses in South Jersey. Steve Adubato sits down with a panel of business professionals to examine the challenges small business face in South Jersey. Panelists include: Max Gomez, Owner, Amp’d Fitness Christina Renna, President & CEO, Cham…
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Jubril Oyeyemi, MD, FHELA; Kelly Hart; Vasantha Kondamudi, MD
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Jubril Oyeyemi, MD, FHELA, Founder & CEO of Cherry Hill Free Clinic, joins Steve Adubato to highlight the importance of providing healthcare to uninsured patients within this South Jersey community. Steve Adubato is joined by Kelly Hart, Executive Director at the Center for Family Resources, to highlight their school readiness program for low-incom…
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Mayor Ras J. Baraka; Sen. Michael Testa (R) – NJ; SanDonna Jones
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The Mayor of Newark, Ras Baraka, joins Steve Adubato to address public safety, the relationship between residents and police officers, and the ongoing gentrification of Newark. Sen. Michael Testa (R) – NJ joins Steve Adubato to discuss NJ’s budget, school curriculum including book bans and sex education, and the importance of affordable, accessible…
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Making a Difference: Addressing Food Insecurity; Amanda Ebokosia
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Steve Adubato is joined by a panel of inspiring entrepreneurs who are working to combat food insecurity across the state. Panelists include: Stephanie Glover-Wilson, Founder & Executive Director, Hunger Free – Unity in the Community Tanya Veltz, Founder & President, Tree House Cares Shenee Omuso, MAT, MA, CCC-SLP, Director of Education & Career Pat…
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Gary Mendell; Nikole Hannah-Jones; Yanzhong Huang, Ph.D.
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Gary Mendell, Founder and CEO of Shatterproof, joins Steve Adubato to bring awareness to substance abuse and ending the stigma associated with addiction. Senior Correspondent, Jacqui Tricarico, goes on location to the NJEA Convention in Atlantic City where she is joined by Pulitzer Prize-winning Journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones to discuss The 1619 Pr…
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Mark Dinglasan; Making a Difference: Sustainability and Food Security
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Mark Dinglasan, Director of the first-in-the-nation Office of the Food Security Advocate, sits down with Steve Adubato to define food security and discuss legislation that could reduce hunger across New Jersey. Steve Adubato is joined by a panel of Russ Berrie Making A Difference winners to discuss sustainable solutions for food insecurity. Panelis…
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Navigating Healthcare for People with Autism; LaShanda Gilliam
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Steve Adubato is joined by a panel of non-profit leaders and healthcare professionals to discuss the importance of providing quality and equitable healthcare to people with Autism. Panelists include: Michele Adubato, CEO of The North Ward Center and Founder, The Center for Autism Suzanne Buchanan, Psy.D., BCBA-D, Executive Director of Autism NJ Oan…
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Charles Graeber; Otis Rolley; Saladin Ambar, Ph.D.
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Steve Adubato sits down with Charles Graeber, Journalist & Author of The Good Nurse, to discuss one of the most prolific serial killers in American history, registered nurse Charlie Cullen. Otis Rolley, Head of Philanthropy and Community Impact at Wells Fargo, joins Steve Adubato to discuss economic improvement and their outreach efforts in the phi…
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First Lady Tammy Murphy; Making a Difference: Women’s and Maternal Health
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Steve Adubato sits down with New Jersey’s First Lady, Tammy Murphy, to discuss systemic racial inequalities, the legislation needed to tackle them, and her mission to make New Jersey the safest and most equitable place to raise a child. Steve Adubato is joined by a panel of New Jersey non-profit leaders to discuss women’s and maternal health, inclu…
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Steve Adubato is joined by Elie Honig, CNN Senior Legal Analyst and Author of Untouchable, his latest book exploring how the rich and powerful escape criminal consequences. Senator Teresa Ruiz (D) – NJ sits down with Steve Adubato to discuss the current teacher shortage and its critical impact upon our children’s education. Air Date: 3/18/23 Show #…
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David Hogg, Parkland shooting survivor and activist to end gun violence, joins Steve Adubato at the NJEA Convention to discuss his personal experience with gun violence and his lifelong commitment to end gun violence in our country. Air Date: 3/11/23 Show #428By Think Tank with Steve Adubato
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Christopher Kelly; Batya Ungar-Sargon; Mike Rothschild
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Steve Adubato welcomes Christopher Kelly, Vice President of Content at NJ Advance Media, to highlight his popular podcast, Father Wants us Dead, and to discuss integrity in local media. Steve Adubato is joined by Batya Ungar-Sargon, Author and Deputy Opinion Editor at NEWSWEEK, to discuss the classist divide in politics and the policies that are hu…
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