This is a podcast for passionate New Yorkers who want to effect change and build community. Tune in to learn about the issues impacting New York City, meet the leaders working toward solutions, and take in-person action with fellow listeners.
You can save up to 8 lives and help heal up to 75 people as an organ donor. Learn why registering as an organ donor is so important, how the system works, and how you can support organ donation with Aisha Tator, Executive Director Donate Life New York State. Then, meet Donate Life in person! Attend their inaugural NYC fundraiser on October 16th to connect with fellow New Yorkers supporting organ donation.
3 Feb 2024
New York State Government 101
New York State government is "in session." Don't know what that means? Tune in for Zack Fink's 101 on the Governor's State of the State, budget, and more! Hear about the Governor's State of the State, how the state's $230B budget is negotiated, and what is top-of-mind for lawmakers this year.
20 Nov 2022
Why is Nonprofit Media is Vital to Democracy?
Freedom of speech - our country's First Amendment right - is a pillar of America. But why, exactly, is freedom of the press vital to democracy? And what's the difference between a corporate news outlet and a nonprofit news outlet?
7 Nov 2022
How the Subway Impacts the National Economy
How does a 6-minute subway ride impact the national economy?
31 Oct 2022
A Common Sense Approach to Social Services
Learn how leading nonprofits like Rising Ground are using proven methods to uplift New Yorkers.
16 Oct 2022
Ground Breaking Approaches to Solving Street Homelessness
Tune in to hear from Breaking Ground about their ground breaking approaches to solving the homelessness epidemic in New York City. From nonprofits serving as real-estate developers to offer supportive housing to leveraging private businesses to reach street homeless New Yorkers, Chief Operating Officer Amie Pospisil shares how Breaking Ground is changing lives and uplifting New York.
3 Oct 2022
Help the Environment by Voting!
Learn how you can help the environment by voting and how the New York League of Conservation Voters makes it easy!
26 Sept 2022
Using Theater to Fight Oppression
Learn how one organization, Theatre of the Oppressed NYC, is using forum theater to combat oppression.
18 Sept 2022
Why are so Many New Yorkers Food Insecure?
In one of the wealthiest cities in the world, with government safety nets and benefits, why are so many New Yorkers food insecure? Food Bank for NYC explains and shares how we can help.
13 Sept 2022
Can Civic Engagement Change Your Life?
Can civic engagement change your life (and the world)? We think so. Tune in to learn how Progress through Purpose will help you discover your purpose, uplift communities, and meet like-minded New Yorkers in the process.
12 Sept 2022
Can We Solve Homelessness?
Why are so many New Yorkers homeless? Coalition for the Homeless Policy Director Jacquelyn Simone breaks down homelessness, affordable housing, and the New York City shelter system. Learn about the policy solutions proposed and how you can support through donations, volunteerism, and advocacy,
11 Sept 2022
The Role of Religious Prejudice
Religion impacts all of our daily lives - whether we are religious or not. Rev. Mark Fowler, Executive Director of Tanenbaum, talks about how religion has shaped our society for centuries, how to spot religious prejudice, and how to build respect. Tanenbaum is an organization that promotes justice and builds respect for religious difference.
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