EPISODES 1-12 & RESOURCES
EPISODE 1: COVID-19 IS NOT OVER WHEN IT'S OVER
COVID long haulers Roz Kay and Jimmy Caufield are still experiencing symptoms months after contracting and beating the virus. Listen to their intimate story.
EPISODE 2: A STORY OF LOSS, HAPPINESS AND SUCCESS
Jose Rolon takes us on a journey from the death of his husband, his three children, and the challenges of raising a family while running a wedding planning business during Covid-19. Listen here.
EPISODE 3: SO YOU WANT TO TAKE A CROSS-COUNTRY ROAD TRIP DURING A PANDEMIC?
Ron and Lisa Schwartz tell us how they safely drove from Teaneck, New Jersey to Redondo Beach, California during the pandemic while sharing tidbits about politics, food, bathroom stops, cows, and more. They started their trip on July 21, 2020 and began the return on September 7th. Listen here
EPISODE 4: KEEPING THE LAUGHTER GOING DURING COVID 19
Standup comic Janet Weintraub describes the good, the bad and the funny during the pandemic. Listen here.
EPISODE 5: BEFORE COVID, THERE WAS HIV
Producer and television historian Richard Hammer talks about being single and HIV positive during Covid. Listen here. This interview took place on December 5, 2020.
EPISODE 6: CAN YOU RUN A BUSINESS AND MEDITATE DURING COVID 19?
From a successful career in financial planning to a Buddhist meditation coach, California-based Fern LaRocca says the loss of her leg in an auto accident was just a blip in her life. She looks at Covid 19 with the same attitude and helps us see there is hope after the pandemic. Listen here.
EPISODE 7: ALL THE WORLD'S A STAGE-BUT NOT ALL VENUES ARE DARK DURING COVID
Actor, producer, and cinematographer Johnny Tammaro shares his ups and downs over these last few months and how he keeps the creative juices flowing. Listen here.
EPISODE 8: YOU CAN TAKE A BITE OF THE BIG APPLE DURING COVID
Real estate agent Todd Alexander of the Corcoran Group gets into the nitty-gritty of what's happening now in the New York City real estate market. Listen here.
EPISODE 9: SHOOTING A DOCUMENTARY DURING THE PANDEMIC
Entertainment attorney Laverne Berry talks about the challenges of filmmaking during the pandemic and how some documentary filmmakers have come up with creative solutions. Listen here.
EPISODE 10: DURING COVID, IF WE NEED TO REACH OUT, WHO WILL LISTEN?
New York based psychotherapist and clinical social worker Lisa Bilander-Gray gives us insights into how Covid has changed her relationship with her clients. Listen here.
EPISODE 11: SMALL BUSINESSES CONFRONT COVID: GINA LE SALON
Gina Le, owner of Gina Le Salon and pioneer in NYC's Meatpacking District, shares her story of survival. Listen here
EPISODE 12: SMALL BUSINESSES CONFRONT COVID: A FREELANCE HAIRSTYLIST SHARES HER STORY
Connie Corwin describes her journey from the corporate world to the beauty world and tells what it's like to have her own freelance business during Covid. Listen here.
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EPISODE 13: SMALL BUSINESSES CONFRONT COVID: HOW TAVERN ON JANE SURVIVES
Michael Stewart, owner of Tavern on Jane in New York City discusses the challenges he faces operating his restaurant during Covid. Listen here on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
EPISODE 14: FROM THE FRONT LINES: TEACHING IN A PRIVATE SCHOOL DURING COVID
Fourth-grade teacher Catherine Calder describes the challenges she faced during Covid and how she confronted her "new normal." Listen here on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
EPISODE 15: FROM THE FRONT LINES: TEACHERS PART II: A NEW YORK CITY PUBLIC SCHOOL TEACHER SPEAKS OUT
Elementary school teacher James Halpin discusses the challenges he faces teaching at a Title I school during Covid. Listen here on Apple Podcasts. Also available on Spotify, iHeartRadio Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.
EPISODE 16: NOT GOING TO THE GYM DURING COVID? YOU CAN STILL DANCE, WORK OUT AND GET IN SHAPE!
Shannon Stowe has developed fitness and dance classes for all levels, and she's just a zoom away. Hear her story and learn how she created them. Listen and subscribe here on Apple Podcasts. Also available on Spotify, iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.
EPISODE 17: FROM THE FRONT LINES: EMILY FAWCETT, RN SHARES EXPERIENCES CARING FOR COVID PATIENTS
As a nurse in New York City's Lenox Hill Hospital, and interviewed by Oprah in 2020, Emily started "Hope Huddles" to help fellow caregivers find positivity during the pandemic. Listen and subscribe here. Also available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio Podcasts, or wherever. you get your podcasts.
EPISODE 18: CREATIVITY & TALENT FORGE AHEAD DESPITE COVID 19
Novelist and playwright Gary Morgenstein discusses the good, the bad, and the reality of creating theater and television during Covid. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Also available on Spotify, iHeartRadio Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.
EPISODE 19: SHELLS ON THE BEACH: ARTIST RIMA SAMMAN HONORS HER BROTHER & OTHERS WHO DIED FROM COVID
What began as Rami's Heart, a small memorial on the beach at Belmar, New Jersey filling hearts made of shells with stones containing the names of Covid victims has grown internationally and is now searching for a permanent home. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.
EPISODE 20: AN ANTI-VAXXER SPEAKS: WHY ONE WOMAN WILL NOT RECIEVE THE COVID-19 VACCINE
According to a recent poll, one in five Americans say they won't get the Covid-19 vaccine. In this episode, one woman explains why she won't take the vaccine. Listen and subscribe on Anchor.fm, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.
EPISODE 21: ON THE ROAD AGAIN: GRAB A MASK AND JOURNEY ON, EVEN DURING COVID
Travel expert Michaela Guzy tours the world, giving us insider tips, trends and great destinations for travel now! Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio Podcasts, Spotify, Anchor.fm, or wherever you get your podcasts.
EPISODE 23: LO0KING FOR WORK? YOU'VE GOT THE POWER!
Covid has changed the workplace. Employees and job seekers are now in the driver's seat. A corporate executive talks about how companies are responding. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Anchor.fm, or wherever you get your podcasts.
EPISODE 24: HEART TO HEART: UNEXPECTED HEART SURGERY DURING COVID
Emergency heart surgery turned a New Yorker's two-week vacation in Los Angeles into a seven- month stay at the height of the pandemic. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, anchor.fm, or wherever you get your podcasts.
EPISODE 25: COVID CAN'T STOP THE ARTS: INSIDE THE MONTALVO ARTS CENTER
Executive Director Angela McConnell reveals how this multifaceted arts center has reimagined its programming while dealing with funding reductions during Covid. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Anchor.fm, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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EPISODE 26: GETTING OUT & GETTING IN DURING COVID: HOW RECENT COLLEGE GRADS CAN LAND THAT FIRST JOB
Zavi Gunn, Director of the Center for Engagement and Internships at Queens College, City University of New York, shares successful strategies for a successful job search. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Anchor.fm, or wherever you get your podcasts.
EPISODE 27: MEETING PUBLISHING DEADLINES DURING COVID: ONE AUTHOR'S STORY
Elizabeth Kerri Mahon profiles New York State's most dangerous women from past centuries in her latest book, Pretty Evil New York. She describes the challenges of researching and writing this book during lockdown and offers advice to aspiring writers. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, anchor.fm, or wherever you get your podcasts.
EPISODE 28: FROM PRANKSTER TO GANGSTER: THE AUTHOR TELLS ALL
Dom Perruccio reveals what it was like growing up in the mob world in New York City's Greenwich Village. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, anchor.fm, or wherever you get your podcasts.
EPISODE 29: IN TRUTH AND IN LIGHT: A CHOREOGRAPHER'S JOURNEY
Ranardo-Domeico Grays , foiunder, choreographer and artistic directjor of VISIONS Contemporary Ballet, talks about his background, developing his company, overcoming brain cancer, his latest work, and the company's performances in December 2021 at New York City's Flea Theater. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, anchor.fm, or wherever you get your podcasts.
EPISODE 30: FROM CONCEPT TO REALITY: A DANCE FILM FESTIVAL COMES ALIVE
As. a bi-racial woman, dancer/filmmaker Joey Lorraine explains how she created the Black Lives Rising Virtual Dance FilmFestival and how everyone is capable of experiencing what it's like to be Black. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, anchor.fm, or wherever you get your podcasts.
EPISODE 31: MEET THE PRODUCERS OF NOW, LET'S TALK! THE PODCAST
"Now, Let's Talk! The Podcast" commemorates a year of publication with an interview of the women who created it. Vanessa Corwin and Kathleen Kaan tell us about themselves, how the podcast began, and discuss some exciting upcoming projects. Freelance writer Marty Temkin is our guest interviewer. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, anchor.fm, or wherever you get your podcasts.
EPISODE 32: LOOK TO ZOOM FOR LIVE THEATER!
Virtual Arts New Play Festival uses Zoom to bring the newest and best plays live to audiences far and wide. Festival dates: February 25th -March 6, 2022. The organizers talk about how the festival was born and its challenges. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, anchor.fm,or wherever you get your podcasts.
EPISODE 33: "PUTTING ON THE WIG": HOW UNDERSTUDY ARAMIE PAYTON BECAME MICHAEL JACKSON ON BROADWAY
Aramie Payton stepped into the lead role of "MJ," the musical about Michael Jackson, making his Broadway debut, which he performed from February 4th through March 3rd. A rare opportunity for understudies, he tells us how his lifelong obsession with Michael Jackson and desire to be on Broadway led to the realization of his dream. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, anchor.fm, or wherever you get your podcasts.
EPISODE 34: FROM BALLERINA TO PSYCHOLOGIST: A JOURNEY
Laura DeRubeis-Byrne talks about her career transition and how mindfulness and body awareness can help people cope with the stresses of Covid, and more. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, anchor.fm, or wherever you get. your podcasts.
EPISODE 35: INSIDE THE UKRAINE WAR
Professor Alexander Motyl, an expert on Ukraine and Russia, provides history and analysis of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, anchor.fm, or wherever you get your podcasts.
EPISODE 36: ENGIN KEEPS WAR-TORN UKRAINE CONNECTED TO THE WORLD
The volunteers at ENGIN, a non-profit organization, provide English conversation practice and cross-cultural connections for free to Ukrainian students. We interview the organization’s volunteer manager, and a volunteer instructor. Learn about the work this wonderful organization is doing, and how you can help. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, anchor.fm, or wherever you get your podcasts.
EPISODE 37: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MONKEYPOX
Once again, Gay Men's Health Crisis (GMHC) is in the forefront of public health. Jason Cianciotto, VP of Communications and Public Policy for GMHC, provides a comprehensive overview of this disease and explains all aspects of this public health emergency, including how to protect yourself and what to do if you think you have been exposed. Jason has also appeared on CNN and other news outlets. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, anchor.fm, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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EPISODE 38: UPDATES ON COVID, MONKEYPOX AND POLIO
Hannah Newman, Director of Infection Protection at Lenox Hill Hospital's Department of Epidemiology in NYC, tells it like it is. No double talk, just the facts. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, anchor.fm, or wherever you get your podcasts.
EPISODE 39: INSIDE THE UKRAINE WAR: WHEN WILL IT END?
Ukraine and Russia expert Professor Alexander Motyl of Rutgers University helps us understand Putin's motives and how Ukraine will continue to fight back. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, anchor.fm, or wherever you get your podcasts.
EPISODE 40: DIARY OF A POLL WORKER: EARLY VOTING
A Florida poll worker gives us the inside story of what it's really like to do this job. This interview took place on November 3, 2022. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, anchor.fm, or wherever you get your podcasts.
EPISODE 41: PART 2, DIARY OF A POLL WORKER: ELECTION DAY
A poll worker in California tells all about her election day experience. Will she do it again? This interview took place on November 10, 2022. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, anchor.fm, or wherever yo
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EPISODE 42: THE HOMELESS ARE NOT FORGOTTEN
Homelessness is an issue in almost every major city in the world. Two representatives of Services for the Underserved (S:US) share their stories about how they reach out to help people on the streets in New YorkCity. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, anchor.fm, or wherever you get your podcasts.
EPISODE 43: THE ROAD FROM SESAME STREET TO HER OWN MEDIA COMPANY
It's not just books anymore. Content creator Tish Rabe talks about how she established her own media company with a unique business model and offers tips to aspiring content creators. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, or wherever. you get your podcasts.
EPISODE 44: ARE YOU STRESSED OUT ABOUT CLIMATE CHANGE?
Psychologist Wendy Greenspun provides insight into this anxiety around an issue that can affect all aspects of our lives, including tips and resources for managing our anxiety. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, or wherever you get your podcasts.
EPISODE 45: FROM ROCKETTE TO REVEREND
Reverend Adriene Thorne takes us on her journey from dancer to the first African American woman to be Senior Minister at New York City's iconic Riverside Church. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, or wherever you get your podcasts.
EPISODE 46: ONE YEAR LATER: THE UKRAINE WAR
Ukraine and Russia expert, Professor Alexander Motyl of Rutgers University, provides an analysis of the current situation and its complexities. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, or wherever you get your podcasts. This interview took place on March 1, 2023.
EPISODE 47: THERE IS A HOME FOR FILMMAKERS IN BROOKLYN
Emelyn Stuart, the first Black Latina to own a movie theater and indie film producer, tells us about her journey to success. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.
EPISODE 48: IT'S ALL ABOUT SAVING ANIMALS AND THE PLANET
Animal activist and filmmaker Allison Argo brings her passion to the screen and has helped change the way we look at animals and our environment. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Episode 49: WE CARE ABOUT THE ARTIST, NOT JUST THE ART
Intimacy coordinators are there to create a safe environment for performers on set when shooting simulated sex or nudity. Evelyn Fogelman, an intimacy coordinator, takes us behind the scenes. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.
Episode 50: UKRAINE & RUSSIA: AN EVER-CHANGING STORY
Following the recent attempted coup in Russia, Ukraine and Russia expert Professor Alexander Motyl clears the confusion and helps us to understand what is happening in Russia and Ukraine today. This interview took place on July 6, 2023. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.
Episode 51: THE EXPAT LIFE: WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
A Florida couple describes what's involved in leaving the United States to relocate to Spain. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.
Episode 52: ALL ABOUT SLEEP
Dr. Steven Feinsilver, Director of Sleep Medicine at NYC's Lenox Hill Hospital, gives us some eye-opening information about the nature of sleep and some tips on how we can improve the quality of our sleep. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Episode 53: DISRUPTING SPACE, CHALLENGING NORMAL & REDEFINING BEAUTY IN THE DANCE WORLD
Heidi Latsky's dance company, Heidi Latsky Dance, consists of disabled and non-disabled dancers, creating performance art accessible to all. Learn about Heidi's journey. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Episode 54: A MOUSE IN THE HOUSE
Danish indie filmmaker Charlotte Schioler's first feature, "Maoussi," is an intimate and unusual love story where two very different people find love through a little mouse. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Episode 55: RUSSIA, UKRAINE AND ISIS
Professor Alex Motyl addresses what is happening in these countries and what it means for the US and European allies. These interviews took place on March 15 and March 27, 2024 . Listen and subscribe onApple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio or whe rever you get your podccasts.
Episode 56: FUNDRAISING 101
Fundraising expert Paul Marengo, CEO of Promethean Fundraising, explains how artists and emerging organizations can find the funds to make their projects a reality. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio or wherever you get your podcasts.
Episode 57:BEHIND THE SCENES: FIVE FLIGHTS, A SHORT FILM BY KATHLEEN KAAN
This is a conversation with the film's writer, director, producer, and one of its actors in advance of its screening at the International Filmmaker Festival of New York. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Episode 58: TIM CAPPELLO: MORE THAN JUST A SEXY SAX MAN
Known for his song "I Still Believe" from the cult movie "The Lost Boys," Tim Cappello travels the country performing his solo act. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, HeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Episode 59: I AM WOMAN, W-O-M-A-N
Naiah Nikole, a transgender woman, does not hold back with intimate details of her complex physical and emotional journey from boy to gay man, to woman. Naiah also talks about her husband and the child they are expecting through a surrogate. . Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Episode 60: TRUCKING: THE GOOD, THE BAD & THE UGLY
Driver and activist Desiree Wood exposes the shocking inequities of the trucking industry, particularly for women. She also offers advice for women who are thinking of entering the trucking industry.Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Episode 61: SUMMER IN THE CITY: EXTREME HEAT
We interview PhD student Casey Ivanovich of Columbia Climate School in New York City. She explains how the extreme heat we're experiencing affects big cities and what are some possible solutions. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Episode 62: UKRAINE: FIGHTING FOR AUTONOMY ONE BY ONE
Travel journalist Rob Rose, host of the television program Raw Travel, takes us on his journey as a volunteer in war-torn Ukraine. Note that this interview took place on October 29th, before the US presidential election. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, or wherever you get. your podcasts.