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Steve Adubato talks with Steven K. Libutti, MD, Sr. Vice President of Oncology Services at RWJBarnabas Health and William N. Hait, Director at Rutgers Cancer Institute, about the partnership between RWJBarnabas Health and Rutgers Cancer Institute and the connection between innovation and leadership. Then, Senior Correspondent Jacqui Tricarico is joined by John Hunter, Founder of …

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Steve Adubato sits down with Tamika D. Mallory, author of “I Lived to Tell the Story,” to discuss the complexities of race relations in 2025 and the potential impact of President Donald Trump’s second term on communities of color. Then, Steve Adubato welcomes Alexandra Hudson, author of “The Soul of Civility: Timeless Principles to Heal …

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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. 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 …

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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 …

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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. Then, Barbara Martinez, CEO of The New Jersey Children’s Foundation, joins Steve Adubato to …

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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 Workshop, to discuss Little Neighbors, an initiative aimed at fostering children’s understanding of community values. Then, Steve Adubato speaks with Harry Lee, President & CEO of New …

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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, SparkNJA’Dorian Murray-Thomas, Founder of SHE Wins and 2018 Russ Berrie Making A Difference AwardeeNadine Wright-Arbubakrr, Founder & President of Nassan’s …

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Steve Adubato is joined by Sen. Vin Gopal (D), Democratic Conference Chair and Chair of the Education Committee, to discuss charter schools, the consolidation of school districts, and the dangers of political influence on school boards. Then, Steve Adubato welcomes Bill Adair, creator of PolitiFact and author of “Beyond the Big Lie,” for a conversation …

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Steve Adubato is joined by Michele Adubato, CEO of The North Ward Center and Founder of The Center for Autism, and Jonathan Seifried, Assistant Commissioner of the New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities, to discuss navigating the transition from childhood to adulthood for individuals with developmental disabilities. Show 612

Barrett Young, CEO of the Rescue Mission of Trenton, joins Steve Adubato to examine the increasing homelessness in our state’s capital, the impact of the Supreme Court’s decision to criminalize homelessness, and the life-changing opportunities his organization provides. Then, Steve Adubato sits down with Jennifer Da Silva, Director of Operations at North Star Academy, to …

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David Greenberg, author of Republic of Spin: An Inside History of the American Presidency, and Professor of History at Rutgers University, joins Steve Adubato for a special half-hour conversation to investigate how different American presidents have used public relations tactics to engage their audience and sway public opinion. Show # 621

Steve Adubato sits down with William Hu, MD Ph.D., Director of the Center for Healthy Aging Research and Chief of Cognitive Neurology at Rutgers Health, to discuss the truth and the misconceptions about “long COVID.” Mussab Ali, Senior Advisor at Vote16 USA, talks about the national campaign to lower the voting age to sixteen for …

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Steve Adubato is joined by Nadine Wright-Arbubakrr, Founder & Executive Director of Nassan’s Place, to examine the needs of children with autism and the future goals of her organization. Then, Steve Adubato is joined by Mariekarl Vilceus-Talty, President and CEO, and Emily Haines, Chief Nursing Officer, from the Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of …

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In this special edition of Think Tank, “New Jersey’s Next U.S. Senator,” Steve Adubato sits down individually with Congressman Andy Kim (NJ-03), Democratic candidate, and Entrepreneur Curtis Bashaw, Republican candidate, to discuss their views on the issues that matter most to voters, including affordability, immigration reform, and abortion policy. Show #620

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 education, artificial …

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Steve Adubato welcomes Martha Minow, Professor at Harvard University and Author of Saving the News, for a compelling half-hour conversation about the role of media and journalism in our representative democracy. Show 615

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 #619

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 the important …

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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 diversifying organ and tissue …

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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.Carlos Medina, President, Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of NJDenise …

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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 #610

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.com, joins Steve …

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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 FoundationAsw. Shanique Speight (D) – NJ, Assembly Deputy Speaker, 29th Legislative District …

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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 …

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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, 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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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 two-party system. 41324 #602

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-location to the NJEA Convention where …

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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 shortage and improving nurse to patient …

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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 #524

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, 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 …

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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

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., 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, to highlight the …

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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 …

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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 Giuliani: The Rise and Tragic Fall …

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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 frontiers in health innovation. …

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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 ArmySteve Margeotes, Ph.D., Executive Director, Main St. Counseling CenterChristine Norbut Beyer, MSW, Commissioner, NJ Department of Children and Families 93023 #515

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 …

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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 implications of …

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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 …

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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 …

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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, inflated food …

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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 down with Steve Adubato to …

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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 Education at Rutgers University-Newark,joins Steve …

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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 credit, …

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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 Coalition of Schools, …

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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 highlight their personal commitment to …

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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 …

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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 & …

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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 child care …

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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-income families and …

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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:   Amanda A. Ebokosia, Founder & Chief Executive Officer, The Gem Project, sits down with Steve Adubato to bring awareness to the social justice issues plaguing their local communities and the leadership …

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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 Project, which examines the beginning …

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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. Panelists include:Randall Solomon, …

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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 Oana deVinck-Baroody, DO, …

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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 philanthropic …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 #428

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 …

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Senator Teresa Ruiz (D) sits down with Steve Adubato to enforce the importance of accessible childcare and its impact on our workforce; Daniel Gill, Middle School Teacher and Author of “No More Chairs,” discusses his commitment to desegregating schools and the personal story that inspired his well-received book; Scott Richman, Anti-Defamation League’s Regional Director in …

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William C. Sproule, Executive Secretary-Treasurer, Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters, sits down with Steve Adubato to highlight how the council has contributed to the workforce, and the problems the construction industry faces compared to other professions.  Steve Adubato welcomes Taryn Morrisey, Ph.D., Professor, School of Public Affairs, American University, to discuss how the …

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Carlos Lejnieks, President & CEO, Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Essex, Hudson and Union Counties, sits down with Steve Adubato to bring attention to his organization, which focuses on providing mentors to children and overcoming academic and mental health challenges.  One-on-One Correspondent Jacqui Tricarico goes on location to the NJ Sharing Network’s 5K Celebration of …

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Steve Adubato welcomes Marty Small, Sr., Mayor, Atlantic City, to bring attention to their efforts to combat food insecurity, how the casinos can better support this mission, and the implications of living in a food desert. Cynthia Oberkofler, Executive Director, Millhill Child and Family Development, sits down with Steve Adubato to discuss issues plaguing the …

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Angelica Allen-McMillan, Ed.D., Acting Commissioner, NJ Dept. of Education, joins Steve Adubato to address public education in New Jersey and the challenges facing teachers, parents, and students in these difficult times.; W. Steven Barnett, Ph.D., Co-Director, National Institute for Early Education Research at Rutgers University, provides his perspective on universal preschool and investing in our …

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“Steve Adubato is joined by a panel of business innovators to discuss what it means to be a social entrepreneur, the need for more people to work, live, and pay taxes in the city of Trenton, and how implementing hub zones can drastically improve small, local business. Panelists include:Eleanor Kubacki, Co-Founder & CEO, EFK GroupElijah …

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Steve Adubato sits down with Sen. Holly Schepisi (R) – NJ, to provide her opinion on Governor Murphy’s FY 2023 State Budget as well as mandated sex ed in public schools and the overturning of Roe v. Wade.  Senate President Nicholas Scutari (D) – NJ joins Steve Adubato to break down the FY 2023 State …

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Steve Adubato sits down with Steve Edwards, President, The Foundation for the New Jersey Hall of Fame Board of Trustees, to talk about the 14th annual New Jersey Hall of Fame ceremony, and the importance of honoring New Jersians who’ve made an impact here in the Garden State. Steve Adubato sits down with Wayne Winborne, …

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Steve Adubato is joined by Ali A. Houshmand, PhD President, Rowan University to celebrate his 10 years as the University’s President and to talk about the importance of encouraging students to pursue trade jobs. Dr. Sidney Whitman, President of Dental Lifeline Network’s New Jersey Board joins Steve Adubato to bring awareness to oral health and …

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“Steve Adubato welcomes a distinguished panel of leaders to examine higher education’s post-pandemic recovery and the challenges and opportunities created by COVID-19. Guests Include:Michele N. Siekerka, Esq., President & CEO, New Jersey Business and Industry AssociationMarjorie Perry, President & CEO, MZM Construction Co. Inc.Brian Bridges, PhD, NJ Secretary of Higher Education Rodney Priestley, PhD, Dean …

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U.S. Rep. Tom Malinowski (D)- NJ, 7th Congressional District, joins Steve Adubato to discuss his run for re-election, and covers pressing topics including the criminalization of abortion, national supply chain issues, and legislation that could mend our economy.  Steve Adubato sits down with Julie Roginsky, President, Optimus Communications and Democratic Strategist and Mike DuHaime, CEO, …

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Siomara Wedderburn, MSW, Director of Wellness, UrbanPromise joins Steve Adubato to bring attention to the ways this non-profit is helping young people succeed in the city of Camden; Beth Gottung, Executive Director and Co-Head, Montclair Film explains why Montclair film matters now more than ever and the impactful educational programs being offered to students and …

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Michele N. Siekerka, Esq., President & CEO, New Jersey Business and Industry Association, sits down with Steve Adubato to examine the lack of small-business tax relief in New Jersey and the need for money to be invested in the childcare sector. Steve Adubato welcomes Jonathan Koppell, President, Montclair State University, to highlight affordability in higher …

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Camelia M. Valdes, Passaic County Prosecutor, sits down with Steve Adubato to provide her legal perspective on accountability in law enforcement, concealed weapons in New Jersey, and the effects of generational poverty on inner city communities.  Steve Adubato welcomes Asw. Shavonda Sumter (D) – NJ, President & CEO, Children’s Aid and Family, to discuss some …

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Steve Adubato welcomes Kaitlyn Wojtowicz, Vice President of Public Affairs, Planned Parenthood Action Fund of New Jersey, to examine Governor Murphy’s decision to expand access to reproductive healthcare and keeping New Jersey a safe haven for people across the country. Caitlin Conners, Southern Regional Director, Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America, explains her pro-life stance and …

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Steve Adubato moderates a panel discussion with three exceptional New Jersey teachers who are making a difference in and out of their classrooms, finding ways to promote social justice, and creating a better world for our children; Frank A. Ghinassi, PhD, ABPP, Senior Vice President of Behavioral Health and Addictions Service Line at RWJBarnabas Health …

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Steve Adubato sits down with Maria Laurino, Journalist & Author, The Italian Americans: A History, to discuss the importance of talking about the history of Italian Americans, the history and changes in immigration laws, and her thoughts on the tensions about Columbus Day. Steve Adubaro speaks with Peter Ubertaccio, Ph.D., Vice President for Academic Affairs, Caldwell University, about the …

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Steve Adubato is joined by Jonathan Karl, ABC News Chief Washington Correspondent, and Author, Betrayal: The Final Act of the Trump Show, to talk about former President Trump’s involvement in the January 6th Capitol riots and the impact his final year of presidency has had on the nation.

Steve Adubato is joined by a panel of community leaders from the education and healthcare sectors to address the complex issues surrounding the post-pandemic world and offer strategies on navigating the ever-changing COVID landscape. Guests Include:  Michele Adubato, CEO, The North Ward Center Chris T. Pernell, MD, MPH, Chief Strategic Integration & Health Equity Officer, …

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In this half-hour special with U.S. Senator Bob Menendez (D) – NJ, Steve Adubato and the Senator tackle some of today’s biggest issues including: the War in Ukraine, the childcare crisis, urban issues, and our democracy at a crossroads.

Steve Adubato is joined by Brian Gragnolati, President & CEO, Atlantic Health System to discuss the long-term impact of COVID-19 on the hospital industry and ways we should be addressing the nursing crisis; Moya Bansile, Co-Chair, Berkeley College Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee, discuss diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workforce and the changes …

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Steve Adubato is joined by a panel of County Teachers of the Year to discuss the impact of the pandemic on students and teachers’ mental health, the main differences between remote learning and in-person learning, and the unique challenges students and teachers face in remote environments.  Panelists Include: Darrin Wolsko, Somerset County Teacher of the …

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Steve Adubato sits down with Dale G. Caldwell, EdD, Executive Director, Rothman Institute of Innovation & Entrepreneurship, Fairleigh Dickinson University, to discuss the connection between innovation and leadership, the creation of Entrepreneur Zones and the importance of the Veterans Launching Ventures initiative. Steve Adubato speaks with Jeff Alter, CEO of Summit Health, about the importance …

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Steve Adubato is joined by Batya Ungar-Sargon, Deputy Opinion Editor, NEWSWEEK, and Author, “Bad News: How Woke Media is Undermining Democracy,” to discuss how American journalism underwent a status revolution over the twentieth century, from a blue-collar trade to an elite profession, and the implications of that change on our country today. Steve Adubato is …

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Steve Adubato sits down with Carlos Medina, Esq., President, Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey, to discuss the importance of hosting the show “Que Pasa NJ” on NJ PBS, the growth of the Hispanic small business community, and COVID vaccine resistance in Black and Hispanic communities. Steve Adubato is joined by Joseph L. …

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Steve Adubato speaks with Greg Lalevee, Business Manager, International Union of Operating Engineers Local 825, about the importance of infrastructure for the nation’s economy, Governor Murphy’s Energy Master Plan to help fight climate change, and the importance of President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to help fund major projects and support unions and jobs. Steve Adubato …

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Steve Adubato speaks with Maureen A. Coyle, Ph.D., Visiting Assistant Professor, Seton Hall University, about the long-term impact of social media on our children’s’ mental health and the challenges of being mindful about the amount of time spent on our cellphones.  Steve Adubato sits down with Dale Florio, Republican Strategist, and Managing Partner, Princeton Public …

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Steve Adubato sits down with Ralph Izzo, PhD, Chairman, President and CEO, PSEG, to talk about the biggest takeaways from the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference, his thoughts on Governor Murphy’s Energy Master Plan, and the impact of the climate crisis on the world. Steve Adubato is joined by Bob Feinberg, Founder & Chairman, …

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Steve Adubato is joined by a panel of Russ Berrie Making A Difference Award winners to talk about the ways the Russ Berrie Foundation brings people and communities together, the importance of the arts and STEM in education, and the impact of COVID-19 on students and teachers throughout New Jersey. Panelists Include: Paul Winslow, PhD, …

Continue reading “Making A Difference: Addressing Educational Inequities; Kim Gaddy”

Steve Adubato sits down with Ira Robbins, President & CEO, Valley Bank, to discuss the ways customer-business relationships have changed throughout the pandemic and the future of technology and banking. Steve Adubato is joined by Rick Thigpen, Senior Vice President for Corporate Citizenship, PSEG, to talk about the key areas of military leadership and the …

Continue reading “Ira Robbins; Rick Thigpen; Asw. Nancy Muñoz”

Steve Adubato sits down with The WNET Group’s President & CEO, Neal Shapiro, to discuss American Cities Rebuilding Conversation Series, which includes a diverse group of thought leaders addressing the country’s biggest issues in the midst of the pandemic. 

Steve Adubato is joined by a panel of driving safety community leaders to discuss the importance of teen driving safety initiatives in the region, ways to teach young adults safe driving habits and how the COVID pandemic has impacted driving trends. The panel also explores how students are utilizing social media to share messaging about …

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Steve Adubato is joined by Carol Leonnig, Co-Author, “I Alone Can Fix It: Donald J. Trump’s Catastrophic Final Year,” and National Investigative Reporter, Washington Post, and Philip Rucker, Co-Author, “I Alone Can Fix It: Donald J. Trump’s Catastrophic Final Year,” and Senior Washington Correspondent, Washington Post. They discuss former President Trump’s leadership style and the …

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The WNET Group’s President & CEO, Neal Shapiro, discusses American Cities Rebuilding Conversation Series, which includes a diverse group of thought leaders addressing the country’s biggest issues in the midst of the pandemic.  Sonia Manzano, who played Maria on Sesame Street for 44 years, talks about her journey on the iconic PBS show as well …

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