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The Bloomingdale School of Music, a non-profit music education institution on the Upper West Side, celebrates it’s 60th Anniversary! Executive Director Erika Atkins leads this very special community of 800 musicians of all ages from their historical brownstone on West 108th street. For more, visit bsmny.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parenting in the first year can be a mix of joy, exhaustion, and confusion—but it doesn’t have to feel overwhelming! Vered Benhorin is a licensed creative arts therapist, music therapist, psychotherapist, and mom of three. Her book is WHAT DO I DO WITH MY BABY ALL DAY?!: Simple Ways to Have the Best First Year Together.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Few things are harder than recovery from substance use disorder. It can be a challenging, lonely and confusing time. Fortunately, a growing workforce of Peer Recovery Specialists—people drawing on their own lived experiences— provide crucial, non-clinical support to help others navigate their recovery journeys. Our guest is Breyonna Kelton, Peer Recovery Program Director with New Jersey Prevention Network, providing training courses to meet certification requirements, and support peer professionals. For more, visit NJPN.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Each of us has a different idea of paradise—Is it on earth? Where does the concept come from? And how do we find peace in our own chaotic world? Renowned writer and thinker Pico Iyer brings together a lifetime of exploration for THE HALF KNOWN LIFE: IN SEARCH OF PARADISE. Pico Iyer is the acclaimed and bestselling author of more than a dozen books, which have been translated into twenty-three languages. His essays appear regularly in Time, The New York Times, The New York Review of Books, The Financial Times, and more than 250 other periodicals worldwide.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over the past 36 years, The Jazz Foundation of America has grown from a local New York City effort to serve a few dozen musicians, to a national non-profit, assisting nearly 7,000 musicians nationwide. Our guests are Joe Petrucelli, Executive Director of The Jazz Foundation of America, and reknowned photographer Richard Corman. JFA is proud to present A Wonderful World Exhibition: Jazz and Blues Musician Portraits by Richard Corman, an extraordinary photographic exhibition that celebrates iconic figures of jazz and blues. Proceeds from sales of photos from this exclusive showcase, on display at the Wild Geese Gallery on the Upper West Side through February 2025, will directly benefit JFA’s Musicians Emergency Fund, providing critical assistance to artists in need. For more, visit jazzfoundation.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Breakups are difficult in so many ways, but also an opportunity to reset and bounce back better! Our guest is John Kim, also known as “The Angry Therapist” and a bestselling author who’s latest book is BREAK UP ON PURPOSE: A Catalyst for Growth…where he identifies 8 distinct types of breakups with tailored approaches to healing for each unique situation. John Kim is a licensed marriage and family therapist based in Los Angeles and the author of books including “It’s Not Me, It’s You” and “Single On Purpose.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Queens Centers for Progress hosts the 29th annual EVENING OF FINE FOOD on February 25, 2025, in support of adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our guest is Terri Ross, Executive Director of Queens Centers for Progress, an organization committed to providing person-centered services and supports to children and adults who have developmental disabilities. For more, including tickets, visit queenscp.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Suddenly it seems the coldest places on earth—places where the fewest people live and that most of us will never see--are the center of international tensions over natural resources, trading routes and sovereignty. Our guest is Neil Shubin, renowned scientist and explorer, with his new book ENDS OF THE EARTH, a cinematic adventure to The North and South Poles to uncover the secrets locked in the ice, and to expand what we know about the planet and our future on it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As avian influenza (bird flu) continues to spread among bird populations, it's become apparent that cats are highly susceptible to the virus, and that their human families can be at risk, too. Our guest is Dr. Andrea Y. Tu, a general practice veterinarian and Chief of Veterinary Behavior Medicine at Heart of Chelsea Veterinary Group, for facts about the virus and best practices to keep your pets and family safe. For more, visit heartofchelsea.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our guest is Randy Susan Meyers, author of The Many Mothers of Ivy Puddingstone, literary fiction with a timeline that follows the Freedom Summer in 1964 to the early days of the Pandemic in 2020. Her book explores the fraught bond between mothers and daughters, and the sacrifices we make for our own agendas. Randy Susan Meyers is the internationally bestselling author of five novels; for more visit randysusanmeyers.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Making Gay History (MGH) is a nonprofit addressing the absence of substantive, in-depth LGBTQ+-inclusive American history from the public discourse and the classroom. For it’s 14th season, the acclaimed MGH podcast debuts a 12-episode series delving into the often-overlooked experiences of LGBTQ+ people during the rise of the Nazi regime, World War II, and the Holocaust, shining a spotlight on a vital but under-discussed chapter of history. Our guest is Eric Marcus, author, founder and host of Making Gay History. For more, visit MakingGayHistory.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Quote: “We are so married, so committed to the illusion that the way life works is for it all to be hard. In truth, it is meant to flow and feel like ease. It is meant to come to you as synchronicity. It is meant to show up as a blessing. Everything you desire is already here, hidden in plain sight. It is already done.” Cathy Heller’s book is ABUNDANT EVER AFTER: Tools for Creating a Life of Prosperity and Ease Cathy Heller is a transformational coach, spiritual guide, meditation teacher, and inspirational speaker dedicated to helping individuals find ease, joy, and fulfillment in their lives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NEW Pride Agenda recently celebrated five years of advocacy and impact for LGBTQIA+ New Yorkers. In five years, NPA has made significant strides in advancing economic, health, and social justice for marginalized LGBTQIA+ communities. Following the 2024 election and looking forward to a new presidential administration, we speak with Interim Director Kei Williams about NPA's strategy to advance meaningful change. For more, visit newprideagenda.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

About 61,000 cases of endometrial cancer are expected to be diagnosed in the U.S. this year. Our guest is Dr. Sharyn Lewin, Director of Gynecologic Oncology at the Holy Name Medical Regional Cancer Center in Teaneck, NJ to talk about diagnosis and treatment options, and the organization she founded to fight women’s cancers, the Lewin Fund. For more, visit thelewinfund.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yannick Benjamin is an award winning sommelier and the founder of Wine on Wheels, an annual grand wine tasting in New York to support people with disabilities. You may have also read Yannick’s recent guest essay in the NY Times, regarding financial struggles for restaurant workers across New York City and the country, published December 28: “My Restaurant Was Named One of New York City’s Best. Here’s Why It Closed.” For more on WineOnWheels, visit wineonwheels.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As more women reevaluate their career choices, the logical answer for some has been to start their own businesses. But where to begin? Our guest is Amanda Jane Jones, co-author with Jennifer Fernandez, of MOTHER / FOUNDER: 68 Women on the Trials and Triumphs of Starting a Business and Raising a Family. Amanda Jane Jones was the co-creator and founding designer of Kinfolk magazine, and is now a freelance graphic designer, illustrator, and children's book author. Find her at amandajanejones.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 40th season of Works & Process at the Guggenheim opens with the Underground Uptown Dance Festival, a festival of commissioned dances taking place from January 9-13, 2025. Gather round the Guggenheim in a series of one-night-only events spanning both the Frank Lloyd Wright–designed theater and rotunda. Works & Process Executive Director Duke Dang previews the event which combines New York City’s extraordinary club, street, and social dance traditions with concert dance. For more, visit worksandprocess.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

90 years ago, the world lost the most famous woman in the history of science: Marie Curie. Shining the spotlight on this remarkable woman is Pulitzer Prize finalist and bestselling author Dava Sobel in her new book, THE ELEMENTS OF MARIE CURIE: How the glow of radium lit a path for women in science. Dava Sobel is the author of the international bestseller Longitude, the bestselling Pulitzer Prize finalist Galileo’s Daughter, The Planets, A More Perfect Heaven, and other books.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Anne Frank House, one of the most visited historical sites in Europe, is for the first time, presenting a pioneering experience in New York City: Anne Frank The Exhibition will immerse visitors in a full-scale recreation of the rooms where Anne Frank, her parents and sister, and four other Jews spent two years hiding to evade Nazi capture. Presented in New York City in partnership with the Center for Jewish History in Manhattan, Anne Frank The Exhibition opens on International Holocaust Remembrance Day, January 27, 2025. Our guest is Ronald Leopold, Executive Director of the Anne Frank House, connecting with us from Amsterdam. For more, visit annefrankexhibit.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As workplace structures change and AI advances, author and social scientist Dr. Jacqueline Kucera believes now is the time for female leadership. Her book is Wake Up Woman, It’s Your Time to Lead: Ten steps to become a transformational leader and achieve personal and professional growth. Based in Switzerland, Dr. Kucera’s work focuses on gender inequalities in education, income, politics, and leadership.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the impact of climate change becomes more apparent, a first-of-it’s-kind organization focused on climate solutions is taking shape on Governor’s Island. Stephen Hammer is CEO of the The New York Climate Exchange, a part think-tank, part do-tank, working with a network of partner organizations including universities, businesses and community groups to lead the response to climate change in NYC and beyond. For more, visit nyclimateexchange.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Menopause, a topic we’d once avoid—at best—is now is a central part of conversations, thanks to a few outspoken public figures, and increasing recognition and interest in women's health. Our guest is Dr. Jessica Shepherd – menopause expert and board-certified OB/GYN – who you may have already seen on The Today Show, CNN, and elsewhere, with her new book GENERATION M: Living Well in Perimenopause and Menopause. Dr. Shepherd offers a guide to change the conversation around menopause, and tailored to provide modern women with the tools they need to thrive. For more, visit jessicashepherdmd.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Harkness Dance Center, created at the birth of modern dance, is celebrating 90 years as a global community exploring fundamental questions of identity, society and humanity through dance. Alison Manning, Co-Executive Director of Harkness Dance Center, previews Mainstage performances, from now through spring 2025. For tickets and details, visit 92ny.org/dance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Epic Players Theatre presents “A Christmas Carol”, December 10-15 at Theatre Row, Theatre 5, 410 W. 42nd Street in Midtown. Travis Burbee is the Associate Artistic Director of EPIC Players, a theater company created to highlight neurodivergent and autistic artists. For more, visit epicplayersnyc.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Urban Assembly is a 30-year old organization working to close the opportunity gap for New York City public school students in underserved communities. Led by CEO David Adams, The Urban Assembly, has opened over 20 career-themed public schools and developed several successful education programs such as the Resilient Scholars Program. For more, visit urbanassembly.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when success becomes too stressful and overwhelming? Without even being aware of it, some people may take an unhealthy path. For others, wellness may be the answer. The latter was the case for Nikki Walton, host of the popular GoOD Mornings podcast and founder of the haircare/beauty site Curly Nikki. In the midsty of the holidays, a conversation about gratefulness, mindfulness and quick tips to handle the stresses of life. Nikki Walton’s book is WAKE UP TO LOVE: MEDITATIONS TO START YOUR DAY.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Children's Village, one of the great family support non-profits in our city, recognizes that housing alone isn't enough for those experiencing housing insecurity. A standout feature of the The Eliza, newly opened affordable housing Inwood, is an on-site teaching kitchen, in partnership with Emma’s Torch, a non-profit social enterprise that empowers refugees, asylees, and survivors of human trafficking through culinary education. Our guests are Dr. Jeremy Kohomban, President and CEO of The Children’s Village, and Kerry Brodie founder and executive director of Emma's Torch. For more, visit childrensvillage.org and emmastorch.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everyone loves a great animal story—our guest has so many of them, she’s written a book: Dr. Dawn Filos shares the highs and lows of vet care in TALES OF A PET VET: Stories From The Clinic And House Calls. Dr. Dawn Filos has been a practicing veterinarian for over 30 years, with a house call practice called Bucks Mercer Mobile Vet, in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. For more, visit drdawnthepetvet.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are close to 1,700 public schools in NYC today, yet only four of those are public all-girls schools. One of them, soon to open, will wear it’s identity as a feminist college preparatory school on it’s sleeve. Our guest is Christina Yi-Perry, founder and executive director of Kwenda Collegiate Girls School, a tuition-free public charter school for girls and gender-expansive youth, opening in 2025. For more, visit kwendaschools.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Given the complexities of raising kids in our hyper-connected world, now more than ever, parents play a crucial role in their teens' lives. Our guest is family counselor Susan Caso, a mother of three, who also draws on her 20 years of clinical experience for her new book, THE PARENT-TEEN CONNECTION: How to Build Lifelong Family Relationships. Caso offers a roadmap for parents looking to cultivate what she calls "connectedness" within their families that safeguards teens in today's world. Susan Caso holds a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology and Counselor Education from the University of Colorado and undergraduate degrees in Psychology and Human Development from the University of Kansas. For more, visit susancaso.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

November is Youth Homelessness Awareness Month. To bring attention, show solidarity and raise critical funds, Covenant House is hosting Sleep Out—a transformative overnight experience—in 19 cities, including three events in our area—on Thursday, November 21. Our guest is Colleen Veldt, Vice President of P2P Fundraising at Covenant House International. Covenant House New York is proud to be New York City’s largest provider serving youth experiencing homelessness. For more, visit Covenanthouse.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For Veteran’s Day, our guest is respected military historian Stephen L. Moore, who takes us into the heart of the Vietnam War's covert Special Ops jungle warfare in BEYOND THE CALL OF THE DUTY, telling the story of the life and achievements of Robert Howard, the most decorated Special Forces soldier of all time. Stephen L. Moore, a sixth-generation Texan, graduated from Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, Texas. He is the author of two dozen books on World War II, Vietnam, and Texas history, including Patton’s Payback and Blood and Fury.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For Veterans Day, our guest is journalist and activist Bob Woodruff. Since founding the Bob Woodruff Foundation in 2006 after he was injured by a roadside bomb while covering the war in Iraq, the foundation that bears his name raised over $160 million to support veterans and their families. The 18th Annual Stand Up for Heroes is Veterans’ Day evening at Lincoln Center. For more, visit BobWoodruffFoundation.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

15 million American adults have social anxiety—roughly 7% of the entire population. More than two-thirds of those adults showed their first symptoms during their childhood years. And yet, it often takes up to ten years to seek help. In her memoir, OUT OF MY SHELL, therapist Natasha Daniels brings her own social anxiety into the open, on her journey to find healing through self-acceptance. Natasha Daniels is an anxiety and OCD child therapist who has published six other books including How to Parent your Anxious Toddler, It’s Brave to Be Kind, and Crushing OCD Workbook for Kids.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 2024 Goldman Sachs survey found that 77% of small businesses were concerned about their ability to access capital. In addition, in 2023, a majority of small business owners had to tap into their personal funds or use cash reserves to maintain operations. The Bronx Economic Development Corporation (BXEDC) is trying to alleviate some of those concerns for small business owners by offering low-interest loans, tailor made for small and mid-sized businesses operating in, or moving to, The Bronx. Our guests are Rob Walsh, President of The Bronx Economic Development Corporation, and Britney Moss, Founder of Cupcake Me!, a client of BXEDC. For more, visit BXEDC.org and cupcakemenyc.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we near election day and early voting continues, we discuss the six ballot proposals for New York City voters with Eric Friedman, of NYC Votes, an initiative of the New York City Campaign Finance Board, the independent city agency that ensures local elections are fair, inclusive, and open. For more, including detailed info about each proposal, visit nycvotes.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we're joined by Dr. Patrick Borgen, Chair, Surgery and Director of the Breast Cancer Program at Maimonides Medical Center. After working at Memorial Sloan Kettering, Dr. Borgen came to Maimonides to work with patients from under-resourced communities. Maimonides Health is Brooklyn’s largest healthcare system, serving over 320,000 patients each year through the system’s three hospitals, with 7,000+ employees, 1,800+ physicians, and more than 80 community-based practices and outpatient centers. Patients with advanced breast cancer treated at Maimonides lived longer than the national average. For more, visit maimo.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At a time when it feels like you can visit anywhere in the world with a mouse click, the new book ATLAS OBSCURA: WILD LIFE finds a way to reinvigorate a sense of wonder about the natural world. With hundreds of entries -- gorgeous images, first person interviews, and engaging details, ATLAS OBSCURA: WILD LIFE covers every continent—from the deepest fathoms of the ocean, and into the heart of our densest cities. Our guest is CARA GIAIMO, co-Author of Atlas Obscura, with JOSHUA FOER. A former staff writer at Atlas Obscura, Cara now covers our fellow species for the New York Times, The Plant, The Drift, and elsewhere. For more, visit atlasobscura.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Capobianco is President of the Long Island Chrysanthemum Society, host of the 69th Annual Long Island Chrysanthemum Show Saturday, November 2 and Sunday, November 3 in Farmingdale, Long Island. John has a wealth of knowledge about mums and bonsai, as he’s also active with the Bonsai Society of Greater New York, and taught the art of bonsai at the New York Botanical Gardens for 20 years. For more, visit http://www.limums.org and bsgny.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every fall, Hungerthon is annual radio tradition, organized by Why Hunger to educate listeners across the U.S. and raise critical funds to end hunger in America. WhyHunger’s Amplified concert kicks off Hungerthon 2024 on Tuesday, October 15 at Irving Plaza. Our guest Jenique Jones, Executive Director of Why Hunger, talks about addressing the root causes of hunger and how to support the ongoing work for food justice. For more, visit WhyHunger.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

November 2024 marks the 45th anniversary of the Iranian hostage crisis. And while the current hostage situation in the Middle East also continues, a new book about one of history's most harrowing hostage situations and rescue attempts could not be more timely. Our guest is Ben Macintyre, author of THE SIEGE, an unprecedented account of The Six-Day Hostage Crisis In London, in 1980, and the Daring Special-Forces Operation That Shocked the World.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Like other cities, New York City has a growing crisis of homelessness, and a systemic challenge of using housing vouchers to secure housing. Our guest is Laura Lazarus, co-founder of Anthos | Home, which works to make every step of the voucher process easier for both future tenants participating landlords. For more, visit anthoshome.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In his new book, SOMETHING IN THE WOODS LOVES YOU, Jarod K. Anderson explores the inherent ways nature can help fight mental illness. Jarod K. Anderson is a writer, poet, and creator of The CryptoNaturalist podcast - a scripted show about real adoration for fictional wildlife. He has built a large audience of social media followers and podcast listeners with his vibrant appreciations of nature. For more, visit jarodkanderson.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Limón Dance Company celebrates it’s 78th season appearing at the Joyce Theater, November 5-10. Our guest is Artistic Director Adante Puleio, for a chat about the historic programs Limón Dance Company will bring to the Joyce, and making modern dance relevant. Tickets are now on sale for performances at joyce.org. For more about the Limon Dance Company, visit Limon.nyc.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Making mistakes has always been a part of growing up, but how do parents help their kids navigate childhood and adolescence when social media has the potential to magnify those mistakes? Our guest is public health expert Julianna Miner, author of Raising a Screen-Smart Kid: Embrace the Good and Avoid the Bad in the Digital Age. Julianna Miner is an adjunct professor of global and community health at George Mason University, creator of the popular parenting blog Rants from Mommyland.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While navigating the tricky path of inevitable life changes (job loss, relationships, grief, the future), it can be a struggle to find simple clarity. So how can you manage the chaos and find your authentic self in the middle of it all? Our guest is Susan Hensley, author, transformational coach & speaker, with a tool to help you tap into your own innate wisdom and creativity: Her new book is ART FOR YOUR SANITY: How Art Journaling Can Help you Manage Chaos and Unleash Joy. For more, visit susan-hensley.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Although few of us like to think about getting older, advance care planning (ACP) is an essential but often neglected aspect of healthcare. Making sure we’re prepared for the inevitable can be tremendously helpful to both our health care providers and our families. Our guest is Dr. Fred Mirarchi, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Medical Officer of MIDEO Health, a video advance care planning platform. For more, mideohealth.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For Hispanic Heritage Month, an introduction to LxNY: Latinx Arts Consortium of New York. Formed in 2020, LxNY is a collaborative peer network of over 40 Latinx-serving cultural organizations, dedicated to knowledge exchange, resource-sharing, and collective action towards systemic change. Our guests Andrea Gordillo of The Clemente Center and Charles Rice-Gonzalez, of BAAD! Bronx Academy of Arts and Dance, are members who represent founding organizations of LxNY. For more, visit theclementecenter.org, baadbronx.org, and lxnyarts.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Works & Process is a 40-year old non-profit, championing under-recognized performing artists cultures during their creative process, by providing funded residences, support and a platform for performances at venues including the Guggenheim Museum, Manhattan West, the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts. Previewing the Fall 2024 season is Duke Dang, Works & Process Executive Director. For more, visit worksandprocess.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Polycystic Kidney Disease is a genetic condition you may not have heard of, but it affects over 600,000 people in the U.S. and is one of the leading causes of kidney failure. Our guest is Richard Kellner, who founded The PKD Outreach Foundation, after his wife passed away, and who has been working with over 100 families across the country and currently has 10 families who have had or are expecting PKD-free babies. For more, visit pkdo.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.