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For Pride Month, we speak with Eric Rosenbaum, President and CEO of Project Renewal, about Marsha’s House—the city's only shelter dedicated to serving LGBTQ young adults, ages 18 to 30. Project Renewal is a New York City-based nonprofit, working since the 1960’s to end the cycle of homelessness by empowering individuals and families to renew their lives with health, homes and jobs. For more, visit www.projectrenewal.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amber O’ Neal Johnston’s new book is A PLACE TO BELONG: Celebrating diversity and kinship in the home and beyond. The author is a home schooling mother of four who speaks and writes at heritagemom.com about diverse voices in traditional curricula and infusing culture into the home environment. She is a regular contributor to the Wild + Free homeschooling community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A spike in mental health challenges among children and adolescents has led the American Academy of Pediatrics to declare it a national emergency. Meanwhile, organizations serving children often have a challenge finding mental health service providers for kids. Our guest is Ron Richter is CEO and Executive Director of JCCA, a 200-year old non profit serving young people and families involved in the child welfare system. For more, visit JCCANY.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOW TO TURN $100 INTO $1,000,000: Earn, Invest, Save by James McKenna, Jeannine Glista and Matt Fontaine speaks to kids ages 10 and up about money by making difficult concepts easy to understand. This book gives parents an assist in raising financially savvy and responsible young adults. For more, visit bizkids.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brooklyn Community Foundation is the first and only public foundation solely dedicated to Brooklyn’s Charitable Community. President and CEO Dr. Jocelynne Rainey discusses their annual Spark Prize, a grant for Brooklyn-based organizations committed to advancing equity. For more, visit BrooklynCommunityFoundation.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With nearly a billion members, LinkedIn is now the default tool for job seekers and employers. But do you really know how to use it? Omar Garriott and Jeremy Schifeling are veteran career coaches and hiring managers who led the education marketing efforts at LinkedIn. Their new book is LINKED: Conquer LinkedIn. Get Your Dream Job. Own Your Future. For more, visit thejobinsiders.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 146th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show presented by Purina Pro Plan is June 18-22, 2022, at the Lyndhurst Estate in Tarrytown, NY, with 19.5 hours of television coverage scheduled across FOX, FS1, and FS2. Our guest is Gail Miller Bisher, Director of Communications and on-air analyst for the WKC. For more, visit westminsterkennelclub.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When is your coughing, sneezing or runny nose an allergy, a cold, flu or Covid? Our guest is Dr. Omar Waqar of ENT And Allergy Associates to help us understand allergies, how to distinguish and treat them. For more, visit entandallergy.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The People’s Theater Project makes theater with and for immigrant communities. Now in their 13th season, People’s Theater Project been selected by the city to operate an innovative new arts center. Our guest is founding Executive Director of the People’s Theater Project, Mino Lora. For more, visit peoplestheatreproject.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While war dominates the news at the moment, in fact, most of the time, wars don’t happen, and of the millions of hostile rivalries worldwide, only a fraction erupt into violence. Our guest is Christopher Blattman is author WHY WE FIGHT: The Roots of War and the Paths to Peace. Christopher Blattman is the Ramalee E. Pearson Professor of Global Conflict Studies at the University of Chicago, where he leads the development economics group and directs the prestigious Obama Scholars Program.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we watch the war and destruction currently in Ukraine, for many, the first stop and finest resource to find out more about the country and its history is The Ukrainian Museum in Manhattan’s East Village. Maria Shust, Director of the Ukrainian Museum, talks about the importance of preserving Ukrainian history in the context of Russian aggression. For more, visit ukrainianmuseum.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In their new book, GENERATION SLEEPLESS: Why Tweens and Teens Aren’t Sleeping Enough and How We Can Help Them, authors Heather Turgeon and Julie Wright, explain the problems associated with sleep debt, as they guide readers to build healthy habits with their families. Heather Turgeon and Julie Wright are psychotherapists, sleep specialists and authors of the popular parenting books THE HAPPY SLEEPER and NOW SAY THIS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our guest is Chris Bullard, founder and Executive Director of Sound Mind Live, a non-profit building community and open dialogue around mental health through the power of music. For more, including tickets for the May 21st event in Central Park, visit soundmindlive.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A discussion on insurance fraud and the cost for all New Yorkers, with Frank Sztuk of the New York Alliance Against Insurance Fraud and Joe Bartlett of iHeartRadio. For more, visit fraudny.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friends of the Children New York is dedicated to breaking the cycle of generational poverty through salaried, professional mentoring. Executive Director Gary Clemons also talks about the 12-year commitment required of each family. For more, visit friendsnewyork.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MOM MILESTONES: The TRUE Story of the First Seven Years, celebrates the myriad ways moms grow and adapt to motherhood. Author Grace Farris is a mom, doctor, and illustrator. Her work has appeared in the New York Times, Vogue, BuzzFeed. Visit Grace at farrisgrace.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For millions of years, horseshoe crabs have been gathering in spring to spawn on the shores of the Eastern US coast. Dr. Mattthew Sclafani of the Cornell University Cooperative Extension based in Riverhead, talks about the Horseshoe Crab Monitoring Network's upcoming count, and other fascinating details about these ancient creatures. For more, including how to participate, visit NYhorseshoecrab.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JUST TRY ONE BITE is a children’s picture book for picky eaters, with an adorable role reversal. Author Camila Alves McConaughey is a healthy eating advocate, an entrepreneur and founder of Women of Today, a lifestyle site and community powered by women around the globe. She lives in Texas with her husband, Matthew McConaughey, and their three children.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From their annual Earth Day events to their year-round programs, Earth Day Initiative promotes environmental awareness and solutions. Executive Director John Opperman joins us for day three of The Earth Day Festival and Virtual Stage from Hudson Yards. For more, visit earthdayinitiative.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coral reefs are the largest biological structures on the planet and have a major impact on our lives. In the face of climate change, pollution and over-fishing, can coral reefs be saved? Our guest is Juli Berwald, author of LIFE ON THE ROCKS: BUILDING A FUTURE FOR CORAL REEFS. Juli Berwald received her PhD in ocean science from the University of Southern California, and has written The New York Times, Nature, National Geographic, and Slate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The New York City Fire Museum in the Hudson Square neighborhood houses more than 30,000 artifacts that trace the evolution of firefighting from bucket brigades to modern firefighting techniques and equipment. Executive Director Jennifer Brown previews the new exhibition “Unmasking Our Heroes” on display through August 22nd. For more, visit nycfiremuseum.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE ART OF TALKING WITH CHILDREN, by Harvard faculty member, speech pathologist and mother Rebecca Rolland, offers simple keys to nurturing kindness, creativity, and confidence in kids.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For Army Service Week, April 18-29, recruiters are stepping out to meet local communities and to share information on over 130 different career paths and new incentives to enlist. Our guests are Lieutenant Colonel Harold Morris, New York City Recruiting Battalion Commander and Command Sergeant Major Angela Indardeo, New York City Recruiting Battalion Command Sergeant Major. For more, visit www.goarmy.com/nyc.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BREAKING UP WITH SUGAR: DIVORCE THE DIETS, FROP THE POUNDS AND LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE, is more than a diet book. Molly Carmel, founder of the food addiction plan The Beacon Program, explains how to break our emotional and physical addiction to sugar for long term health.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In her new book: RECLAIMING YOUR COMMUNITY: You Don’t Have To Move Out of Your Neighborhood to Live In a Better One, Majora Carter offers up ways to rethink the future of our hometowns. MAJORA CARTER is a real estate developer, urban revitalization strategy consultant, MacArthur Fellow and Peabody Award winning broadcaster.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our guest is Áine Duggan, President and CEO of The Partnership to End Homelessness, formerly The Partnership for The Homeless, for a portrait of homelessness in NYC vs. public perceptions. For more, visit partnershiptoendhomelessness.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THIS IS HOW YOUR MARRIAGE ENDS: A Hopeful Approach to Saving Relationships.Matthew Fray is a relationship coach and writer who leans on the lessons of his failed marriage and divorce to help others avoid making the same mistakes. His writing has been featured in The New York Times, The Sunday Times, The Huffington Post, Babble, and more. His blog is Must Be This Tall To Ride.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Film Lab is a New York based not-for-profit dedicated to the support and promotion of gender and ethnic parity in film and television. President Jennifer Betit Yen talks about the importance of a creative community and Film Lab’s annual 72 Hour Shootout Filmmaking Competition, now accepting submissions. For more, visit film-lab.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As redistricting is changing voting maps across the country, new borders are also being drawn in New York City for the 51 City Council seats across the five boroughs. Our guest is Betsy Gothbaum, Executive Director of Citizens Union, to talk about their recommendations for a fair redistricting process, ethics in New York State, and Citizens Union’s legacy as they mark their 125th Anniversary. For more, visit citizensunion.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In TOXIC POSITIVITY: Keeping it Real in a World Obsessed with Being Happy, Whitney Goodman, the psychotherapist behind the popular Instagram account @SitwithWhit, offers a powerful guide to making space for emotions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we emerge from Covid-19, how are local NYC neighborhoods bringing back businesses and workers? Samara Karasyk is CEO & President of Hudson Square Business Improvement District, a neighborhood that’s also being transformed by the influx of tech workers. For more, visit hudsonsquarebid.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FROM STRENGTH TO STRENGTH: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life, looks at the habits of happier older people. Author Arthur C. Brooks is a social scientist who studies human happiness. He is Professor of the Practice of Public Leadership at the Harvard Kennedy School, Professor of Management Practice at the Harvard Business School, and former professional classical French hornist, performing for 12 years with ensembles in the United States and Spain.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the number of people quitting their jobs has reached all time highs. Dr. Ranjit Nair, Assistant Professor at the School of Business and Computer Science at Caldwell University, discusses the “The Great Resignation”, and the changing workplace. Dr. Nair is author of the book "Potluck Culture: Five Strategies to Engage the Modern Workplace".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now two years since the first wave of Covid-19 arrived in the U.S., and as more and more questions arise about associated issues, we explore the possible connections between tinnitus and Covid-19. Our guest is Dr. Eric Smouha, board-certified in both Otolaryngology and Neurotology, practicing with ENT and Allergy Associates in Manhattan and Melville, NY.For more, visit entandallergy.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest unemployment numbers reflect a reality that has been constant throughout the pandemic: the Bronx continues to have the highest unemployment rate in the New York State. Betty Ann Tamaiser, Department Director of Workforce Development at the social services nonprofit BronxWorks, talks about challenges people are having getting back to work and the kinds of opportunities people would like to see. For more, visit Bronxworks.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Art of Insubordination is a guide for anyone seeking to be heard, make change, and rebel against an unhealthy status quo. Dr. Todd B. Kashdan is Professor of Psychology at George Mason University. His writing and research have appeared in the Harvard Business Review, National Geographic, The New York Times, The Atlantic, Fast Company, and Time Magazine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AARP New York’s new policy guide “What New Yorkers 50+ Deserve” details over 80 recommendations to improve life for older residents. NY State Director Beth Finkel talks about proposals for health care, housing, workplaces and more. For more, visit https://states.aarp.org/new-york/nyc-policy-book.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to the U.S. Census, 1 in 4 men who are becoming a parent didn’t have a father figure themselves growing up. That’s 19 million men in the United States alone! ROOKIE FATHER: A PLAYBOOK FOR MEN EXPERIENCING FATHERHOOD FOR THE FIRST TIME, is a self help and advice book for new dads, from author Kendall Smith.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeremy Kaplan, Executive Director of Manhattan’s Encore Community Services, talks about their work amid the growing challenges for New York City’s senior population, and the impact of keeping us all connected to community. For more, including opportunities for volunteering, visit encorenyc.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Anna Lembke is author of DOPAMINE NATION: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence, with practical solutions to manage overconsumption in a world of bad habits and cheap pleasures. Dr. Anna Lembke is Medical Director and Professor of Stanford Addiction Medicine, and Program Director for the Stanford Addiction Medicine Fellowship. Her website is annalembke.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Foresight, a new initiative led by the Rippel Foundation, asked 7,500 Americans from diverse backgrounds what they want in their future. Laura Landy, President and CEO of the Rippel Foundation discusses the responses, and where the conversation goes from here. The New Jersey based Rippel Foundation is a nonprofit dedicated to fostering equitable, exceptional health and well-being for all. For more, visit RippelFoundation.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leanne Brown’s final project in food studies at New York University, has become a cookbook that blends food with forgiveness. GOOD ENOUGH: A Cookbook, is also from the author of the award winning, New York Times bestselling cookbook, GOOD AND CHEAP: Eat Well on $4 a Day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week the Queens-based non-profit 100 Suits celebrates it’s 11th year of helping underprivileged New Yorkers build dignity, self-esteem and improve their role in society. Founder Kevin Livingston talks about how they address socio-economic issues with community involvement and activism. For more, visit 100suitsnyc.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The New Jersey based non-profit Hunters Helping The Hungry, one of the largest game meat donation programs in the country, is in need of more participating butchers. Treasurer Bud Thomas talks about how they work with food banks and about a new grant to waive some of the processing cost for participating deer hunters. For more, visit huntershelpingthehungry.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

STACKED: Your Super-Serious Guide to Modern Money Management, is a A step-by-step financial literacy book featuring a blend of shrewd financial information and humor. Joe Saul-Sehy, is the self-described money nerd behind the award-winning podcast Stacking Benjamins, and Emily Guy Birken, is the bestselling author of THE FIVE YEARS BEFORE YOU RETIRE. For more, visit stackingbenjamins.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Making photographs can transform people’s lives. That’s the belief of the Josephine Herrick Project, who has been helping people do just that for over seventy years. JHP teaches photography to and exhibiting work by a broad range of people, from veterans, to immigrants to people living in public housing. Our guest is Executive Director Miriam Leuchter, who also tells us about their work, and how to take a good photo, whatever your camera. For more, visit jhproject.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE MINDFUL WAY TO A GOOD NIGHT’S SLEEP, by mindfulness teacher and dream therapist Tzivia Gover, guides people to rediscover the pleasure of sleep and discover creative nighttime dreaming. For more, visit Tzivia Gover.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since 1967, The Fortune Society, has advocated on criminal justice issues and helped people with criminal justice histories become assets to their communities. Andre Ward, Associate Vice President of the David Rothenberg Center for Public Policy, discusses a new tool kit for prosecutors focused on a public health response to drug use, and The Fair Chance Housing Act, designed to protect people with conviction records from discrimination. For more, visit fortunesociety.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A POCKET GUIDE TO PIGEON WATCHING: Getting to Know the World’s Most Misunderstood Bird, by author and naturalist Rosemary Mosco, tells the story of how these seemingly mundane birds are actually marvels of creation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Salvation Army is a leading NGO in the fight against human trafficking, a form of modern slavery. The short film “Hope: Stories of Survival” is a first person story of three women trafficked since they were young children. Our guests are the documentary’s director, Joe Pritchard, and Arielle Curry, the Salvation Army’s Eastern Territory Anti-Human Trafficking Program Coordinator. For more, visit hopefilm.org and salvationarmyusa.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.