As far too many people know from experience, working for a toxic boss takes a toll. Even highly accomplished and experienced people can feel beaten down and hopelessly trapped. Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett’s book is I WISH I’D QUIT SOONER: Practical Strategies for Navigating and Escaping a Toxic Boss. Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett is an organizational psychologist and expert on workplace culture, career development, toxic leadership, and burnout. Along with her 25 years of experience in her field, she holds a PhD in industrial/organizational psychology from the University of Calgary, where she is currently an adjunct professor. 

As far too many people know from experience, working for a toxic boss takes a toll. Even highly accomplished and experienced people can feel beaten down and hopelessly trapped. Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett&rsquo;s book is I WISH I&rsquo;D QUIT SOONER: Practical Strategies for Navigating and Escaping a Toxic Boss. Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett is an organizational psychologist and expert on workplace culture, career development, toxic leadership, and burnout. Along with her 25 years of experience in her field, she holds a PhD in industrial/organizational psychology from the University of Calgary, where she is currently an adjunct professor.&nbsp;

I WISH I’D QUIT SOONER: Practical Strategies for Navigating and Escaping a Toxic Boss

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As New York State navigates federal threats to cut Medicaid and the social safety net, my guest is Joe Pressley is Vice President of Public Policy & Government Relations at Amida Care, to help us understand the implications of weakening medicaid—especially at a time when HIV cases are rising—and what the state could do to protect patients and funding. Amida Care is New York State’s largest special needs health care plan, serving nearly 10,000 members living with HIV/AIDS, complex health issues, and experiencing homelessness.

As New York State navigates federal threats to cut Medicaid and the social safety net, my guest is Joe Pressley is Vice President of Public Policy &amp; Government Relations at <a href="https://www.amidacareny.org/">Amida Care</a>, to help us understand the implications of weakening medicaid&mdash;especially at a time when HIV cases are rising&mdash;and what the state could do to protect patients and funding. Amida Care is New York State&rsquo;s largest special needs health care plan, serving nearly 10,000 members living with HIV/AIDS, complex health issues, and experiencing homelessness.

Amida Care on the Implications of Weakening Medicaid

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Teatro Fest NYC showcases the breadth and vitality of Latinx theater in New York City, with 24 productions by ten leading Latinx theaters, continuing through April 30. The citywide event is a shared celebration of storytelling, culture, and artistic innovation. My guest is Sándie Luna, Executive Director of ID Studio Theater and member of The Alliance of Teatros Latinos New York.

<a href="https://latinotheatersny.com/">Teatro Fest NYC</a> showcases the breadth and vitality of Latinx theater in New York City, with 24 productions by ten leading Latinx theaters, continuing through April 30. The citywide event is a shared celebration of storytelling, culture, and artistic innovation. My guest is S&aacute;ndie Luna, Executive Director of ID Studio Theater and member of The Alliance of Teatros Latinos New York.

Teatro Fest NYC: Celebrating Latinx Theater Through April 30.

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Girl Scout Cookie Season is officially underway in New York City! In an age dominated by technology, social media and social isolation, selling Girl Scout Cookies gets girls out into their neighborhoods, connecting face-to-face with neighbors, local businesses, and their community.  And in the five boroughs, the very specialTroop 6000 gives girls living with housing instability a chance to do all those things, and more. My guest is Marissa Stranieri, Director of Social Work Services, Troop 6000 Program of the Girl Scouts of Greater New York.

Girl Scout Cookie Season is officially underway in New York City! In an age dominated by technology, social media and social isolation, selling Girl Scout Cookies gets girls out into their neighborhoods, connecting face-to-face with neighbors, local businesses, and their community.&nbsp; And in the five boroughs, the very special <a href="https://www.girlscoutsnyc.org/troop6000">Troop 6000</a> gives girls living with housing instability a chance to do all those things, and more. My guest is Marissa Stranieri, Director of Social Work Services, Troop 6000 Program of the Girl Scouts of Greater New York.

Girl Scout Cookie Season & NYC's Unique Troop 6000

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March is International Women's Month. My guest is Bergen County-based sculptor Carolyn D. Palmer for her newest project honoring Dr. Elizabeth Blackwell, the first female physician in the U.S., and Dr. Sarah Loguen Fraser, the first African American woman to graduate from SUNY Upstate Medical University. The statues stand together in the courtyard of SUNY Upstate Medical University.

March is International Women's Month. My guest is Bergen County-based sculptor <a href="https://www.palmersculptures.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Carolyn D. Palmer</a> for her newest project honoring Dr. Elizabeth Blackwell, the first female physician in the U.S., and Dr. Sarah Loguen Fraser, the first African American woman to graduate from SUNY Upstate Medical University. The statues stand together in the courtyard of SUNY Upstate Medical University.

March is International Women's Month. My guest is Bergen County-based sculptor https://www.palmersculptures.com/ for her newest project honoring Dr. Elizabeth Blackwell, the first female physician in the U.S., and Dr. Sarah Loguen Fraser, the first...

For International Women Month: Sculptor Carolyn D. Palmer

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Based in Englewood, NJ, The Actors Fund Home is a short and long term care facility like no other: For generations, it’s provided top-tier care for actors, dancers, musicians, directors and others who’ve made their lives in entertainment. Executive Director Jordan Strohl explains the significance of the home’s transition to an an independent 501(3), operated by the Entertainment Community Fund.

Based in Englewood, NJ, <a href="https://actorsfundhome.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Actors Fund Home</a> is a short and long term care facility like no other: For generations, it’s provided top-tier care for actors, dancers, musicians, directors and others who’ve made their lives in entertainment. Executive Director Jordan Strohl explains the significance of the home’s transition to an an independent 501(3), operated by the Entertainment Community Fund.

Based in Englewood, NJ, https://actorsfundhome.org/ is a short and long term care facility like no other: For generations, it’s provided top-tier care for actors, dancers, musicians, directors and others who’ve made their lives in entertainment....

The Actors Fund Home in Englewood, NJ

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In The West we share a common world history: A perspective that puts The West and Christianity at the center of the world. But, what if the center of the world is the Islamic heartland? How does world history look from there? And how does the history from there, influence how all of us got here? We mark the month of Ramadan with our guest Tamim Ansary,author of DESTINY DISRUPTED: A History of the World Through Islamic Eyes.First published in 2009, Tamim Ansary’s 2025 edition traces the story of Islam from the time of Mohammed in the 6th Century, through the fall of the Ottoman empire to the events of 9/11 and beyond. Tamim Ansary is an Afghan American, world traveler, lecturer, writer and editor. His other books include THE INVENTION OF YESTERDAY, ROAD TRIPS, and GAMES WITHOUT RULES:  THE OFTEN INTERRUPTED HISTORY OF AFGHANISTAN.

In The West we share a common world history: A perspective that puts The West and Christianity at the center of the world. But, what if the center of the world is the Islamic heartland? How does world history look from there? And how does the history from there, influence how all of us got here? We mark the month of Ramadan with our guest <a href="https://www.mirtamimansary.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tamim Ansary</a>, author of DESTINY DISRUPTED: A History of the World Through Islamic Eyes. First published in 2009, Tamim Ansary’s 2025 edition traces the story of Islam from the time of Mohammed in the 6th Century, through the fall of the Ottoman empire to the events of 9/11 and beyond. Tamim Ansary is an Afghan American, world traveler, lecturer, writer and editor. His other books include THE INVENTION OF YESTERDAY, ROAD TRIPS, and GAMES WITHOUT RULES:  THE OFTEN INTERRUPTED HISTORY OF AFGHANISTAN.

In The West we share a common world history: A perspective that puts The West and Christianity at the center of the world. But, what if the center of the world is the Islamic heartland? How does world history look from there? And how does the history...

DESTINY DISRUPTED: A History of the World Through Islamic Eyes

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For over 40 years, the New York City-based organization CaringKind has been dedicated to supporting everyone impacted by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Our guest President and CEO Eleonora Tornatore-Mikesh announces the launch of 100 Women of Impact: A national movement for women to lend their voice, influence and expertise to advancing the conversation about brain health, equity and quality of life.

For over 40 years, the New York City-based organization <a href="https://caringkindnyc.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">CaringKind</a> has been dedicated to supporting everyone impacted by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Our guest President and CEO Eleonora Tornatore-Mikesh announces the launch of 100 Women of Impact: A national movement for women to lend their voice, influence and expertise to advancing the conversation about brain health, equity and quality of life.

For over 40 years, the New York City-based organization https://caringkindnyc.org/ has been dedicated to supporting everyone impacted by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Our guest President and CEO Eleonora Tornatore-Mikesh announces the...

CaringKind Launches 100 Women of Impact: Advancing the Conversation about Brain Health

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According to AARP estimates, 26% of NYC residents are caregivers to a spouse, family member, or other loved one. Ahead of National Caregivers Day on February 20, our guest is Aisha Picott, social work care manager at Elderplan/HomeFirst, part of the not-for-profit MJHS Health System to talk about self-care for caregivers. MJHS has many free resources on their website, and bite-sized videos on their YouTube Page, covering on a wide range of questions and topics for caregivers.

According to AARP estimates, 26% of NYC residents are caregivers to a spouse, family member, or other loved one. Ahead of National Caregivers Day on February 20, our guest is Aisha Picott, social work care manager at <a href="https://www.elderplan.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Elderplan</a>/HomeFirst, part of the not-for-profit <a href="http://www.apple.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">MJHS Health System</a> to talk about self-care for caregivers. MJHS has many free resources on their website, and bite-sized videos on their <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@MJHS01" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">YouTube Page</a>, covering on a wide range of questions and topics for caregivers.

According to AARP estimates, 26% of NYC residents are caregivers to a spouse, family member, or other loved one. Ahead of National Caregivers Day on February 20, our guest is Aisha Picott, social work care manager...

For National Caregivers Day on February 20: Self Care for Caregivers from MJHS

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Since 1977, Encore Community Services has served many thousands of older adults in Midtown and Manhattan’s West Side with food, fellowship and social connection. Now, Encore is at a critical moment as demand continues to rise and current public funding for their services isn’t enough. My guest is Marcus Jackson, Manager of Advocacy, Community, and Government Relations with Encore Community Services.

Since 1977, <a href="https://www.encorenyc.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Encore Community Services</a> has served many thousands of older adults in Midtown and Manhattan’s West Side with food, fellowship and social connection. Now, Encore is at a critical moment as demand continues to rise and current public funding for their services isn’t enough. My guest is Marcus Jackson, Manager of Advocacy, Community, and Government Relations with Encore Community Services.

Since 1977, https://www.encorenyc.org/ has served many thousands of older adults in Midtown and Manhattan’s West Side with food, fellowship and social connection. Now, Encore is at a critical moment as demand continues to rise and current public...

Encore Community Services on Serving Older Adults on Manhattan's West Side

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New York City's 106.7 Lite FM's weekly talk show with host Nina del Rio, speaking with influencers, experts, and NYC non-profits. New episodes air first on WLTW-NY every Sunday, 7-7:30am EST.

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