On this episode of OPEN, Jimmy Carbone, Founder of Food Karma NYC and Producer of Brisket King NYC, discusses the 14th annual Brisket King NYC celebration. Then, Allison Cuesta Tardio, Development & Communications Specialist at Anthos|Home, breaks down New York City’s housing voucher crisis, explaining the barriers families face and the innovative solutions helping more New Yorkers secure permanent housing. Next, Gia Mead, Founder of UallNatural, along with Adele Stewart, Co-Founder and Licensed Cosmetologist, share some products and the journey into natural hair and scalp care. Finally, Tené Howard, Executive Director, and Marissa Hatten, Senior Director of Strategic Advancement at Sadie Nash Leadership Project, discuss the work empowering young women and gender-expansive youth of color and the expansion of their Summer Institute to the Bronx.
OPEN is BronxNet’s premier weekday magazine show, bringing you the heartbeat of the Bronx and beyond. Join hosts Dr. Bob Lee (Mondays), Daren Jaime (Wednesdays), and Rhina Valentin (Fridays) for an essential mix of local news, civic engagement, and world-class culture. From hard-hitting conversations with community leaders to exclusive performances by rising stars in arts and entertainment, OPEN is your daily window into the stories and people shaping our borough.
