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Generation: 9/11Episode 19: NYC EMTs Save Lives with an Unlivable WageOn October 17, 2023, the New York State Senate Standing Committee on Civil Service and Pensions held a public hearing To discuss retention and recruitment for civil service jobs in New York State, the New York State pension fund, pensions, and civil service benefits.
What you’re about to hear is excerpts of this public hearing including opening remarks from Chair of the committee, Senator Robert Jackson as well as Testimony from Oren Barzilay president of FDNY EMS Local 2507 on the low wages and low retention rates for Paramedics and EMTs followed by a Q&A.2023-10-2755 min
Generation: 9/11Episode 18: Michael Barasch - Founder of Barasch & McGarry and legal advocate for the 9/11 communityOn September 9th, 2021 – nearly 20 years to the day of September 11th, 2001 – 700 attendees, the New York Chapter of the United Federation of Teachers, and the law firm of Barasch & McGarry– leading advocates for the 9/11 community – came together for an event to bring awareness to the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund and World Trade Center Health Program.
In this episode we hear from Michael Barasch, the final speaker of this event. Michael Barasch is the founder and managing partner of Barasch and McGarry and he is an outspoken legal advocate for the 9/11 community.2021-10-2211 minGeneration: 9/11Episode 17: Lila Nordstrom, founder of StuyHealthOn September 9th, 2021 – nearly 20 years to the day of September 11th, 2001 – 700 attendees joined the New York Chapter of the United Federation of Teachers, and the law firm of Barasch & McGarry – leading advocates for the 9/11 community – for an event to bring awareness to the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund and World Trade Center Health Program.
Lila Nordstrom was a high school senior when the Twin Towers fell on 9/11 and now she is an advocate for 9/11 victims, particularly the youngest amongst them. She has appeared in front of Congress alongside Jon Stewart advocating for Healthcare for 9/11 victims and she was a speaker...2021-10-2207 minGeneration: 9/11Episode 16: Lee London, Partner and Managing Attorney for Barasch and McGarry’s 9/11 Victim Compensation FundOn September 9th, 2021 – nearly 20 years to the day of September 11th, 2001 – 700 attendees, the New York Chapter of the United Federation of Teachers, and the law firm of Barasch & McGarry – leading advocates for the 9/11 community –came together for an event to bring awareness to the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund and World Trade Center Health Program.
In this episode, we’re continuing to showcase the speakers from this Health Event. This next speaker is Partner and Managing Attorney for Barasch and McGarry’s 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund, Lee London.2021-10-2204 minGeneration: 9/11Episode 15: Richie Alles, Retired New York Fire Department ChiefOn September 9th, 2021 – nearly 20 years to the day of September 11th, 2001 – 700 attendees, the New York Chapter of the United Federation of Teachers, and the law firm of Barasch & McGarry – leading advocates for the 9/11 community – came together for an event to bring awareness to the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund and World Trade Center Health Program.
In this episode we highlight Richie Alles, Retired New York Fire Department Chief, 9/11 Advocate, and Director of 9/11 Community Affairs at Barasch & McGarry.2021-10-2210 minGeneration: 9/11Episode 14: Edward Stone, attorney and Executive Director of Retirees for JusticeIn the last 20 years since the attacks on New York on 9/11 many have retired from their jobs and moved on from the city. Those retirees are now all over the country and may have no idea that they are eligible for these programs. This episode you will hear from Edward Stone, attorney, and executive director of the Retirees for Justice Group.2021-10-2207 minGeneration: 9/11Episode 13: Ken Muller, former Vice President of Goldman SachsOn September 9th, 2021 – nearly 20 years to the day of September 11th, 2001 – 700 attendees, the New York Chapter of the United Federation of Teachers, and the Law Firm of Barasch & McGarry– leading advocates for the 9/11 community– came together for an event to bring awareness to the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund and World Trade Center Health Program.
One of the speakers at this event was Ken Muller, who was Vice President of Goldman Sachs on 9/11. Now retired, Ken was on his way to work when the first tower was struck. Here’s what he had to say.2021-10-2204 minGeneration: 9/11Episode 12: Laura Mooney, founder of the Staten Island Multiple Myeloma Support GroupOn September 9th, 2021 – nearly 20 years to the day of September 11th, 2001 – 700 attendees, the New York Chapter of the United Federation of Teachers, and the law firm of Barasch & McGarry– leading advocates for the 9/11 community – came together for an event to bring awareness to the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund and World Trade Center Health Program.
One of the speakers on that day was Laura Mooney, a 9/11 Advocate who founded the Staten Island Multiple Myeloma Support Group after her husband was diagnosed with the condition. Multiple Myeloma is a blood cancer that can be hard to catch. Here is Laura Mooney w...2021-10-2208 minGeneration: 9/11Episode 11: John Feal, Founder of FealGood FoundationOn September 9th, 2021 – nearly 20 years to the day of September 11th, 2001 – 700 attendees joined the New York Chapter of the United Federation of Teachers, and the Law Firm of Barasch & McGarry– leading advocates for the 9/11 community – for an event to bring awareness to the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund and World Trade Center Health Program.
One of the speakers at this event was John Feal, who participated in the cleanup process following the attacks and sustained injuries in an accident that led to the loss of his foot. In the years since, he’s been advocating for 9/11 victims’ healthcare rights, founding the...2021-10-2205 minGeneration: 9/11Episode 10: Ellie Engler - Director of Staff, United Federation of TeachersOn September 9th, 2021 – nearly 20 years to the day of September 11th, 2001 – 700 attendees joined the New York Chapter of the United Federation of Teachers, and the Law Firm of Barasch & McGarry– leading advocates for the 9/11 community – for an event to bring awareness to the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund and World Trade Center Health Program.
The first speaker at the event was Ellie Engler, she is the Director of Staff at the United Federation of Teachers and worked as an industrial hygienist for the schools in the aftermath of the attacks. Here is her 9/11 story.2021-10-2208 minGeneration: 9/11Episode 9: COVID-19 Mental Health FightOn the latest episode of Generation 9/11, we are joined by Dr. Wilfred Van Gorp, past President of the American Academy of Clinical Neuropsychology, who discusses the serious toll that COVID-19 has had on mental health throughout the country, especially in frontline workers and students. Dr. Van Gorp also spends a little time discussing the mental health affects of the 9/11 community as we get ready to mark the 20th anniversary in September. Tune in and share!2021-03-2311 minGeneration: 9/11Episode 8: On the Frontlines of a Pandemic with Home Healthcare WorkersOn the latest episode of Generation 9/11, we are joined by Home Health Care Workers of America Vice President Joe Pecora. Joe joined the program to discuss the depths that home healthcare workers have had to go through to navigate a hotspot during a global pandemic. With 28,000 members on the frontlines daily, Joe was able to detail the lived experiences of those providing health care, and companionship, to those who need it the most. These are the folks that provide the necessary care to elderly and disabled patients who want to remain at home, as opposed to going into a...2021-02-2321 minGeneration: 9/11Episode 7: Fighting On Behalf of Frontline WorkersOn the latest episode of Generation 9/11, we are joined by long time lobbyist Bob Ungar, who represents unions such as the FDNY EMS Local 2507 and the New York State Nurses Association. Bob has seen first hand what a devastating affect the pandemic had on front-line workers, and outside of pandemic times how laws written with the best of intentions, can have a serious affect on first responders. Bob also discusses the pay disparities seen by FDNY EMS workers in New York City. *Don't forget to share this episode to help spread the word*2021-02-0518 minGeneration: 9/11Episode 6: Keeping Connecticut SafeGeneration 9/11 is back with a brand new episode featuring Officer Florencio Cotto and Sgt. Kris Engstrand, who were both just elected as President and Vice President of the Police Officers Association of Connecticut. Officer Cotto of the New Haven Police Department, and Sgt. Engstrand of the Stamford Police Department joined the podcast to discuss their long careers in law enforcement, the recent uptick in crime throughout Connecticut, and the enactment of the new Police Accountability Act, which was passed in the Summer of 2020. Make sure to share this episode far and wide.2021-01-2921 minGeneration: 9/11Episode 5: Serving on the Front Lines of a Global PandemicThe latest episode of Generation 911, features active duty FDNY paramedic Elizabeth Bonilla, who is on the medical front lines in the epicenter of the COVID-19 pandemic. Elizabeth details how her life has changed since the pandemic began, paramedic training with PPE and so much more. Listen in on this behind the scenes look at first responders dealing with one of the biggest medical impacts our city has ever faced and be sure to share this episode, and help us thank Elizabeth for her dedication and service.2020-04-2114 minGeneration: 9/11Episode 4: The Education CommunityOn the latest episode of Generation: 9/11 , Chief Richard Alles sits down to speak about an often overlooked segment of the 9/11 community: Students and Teachers. Chief Alles details the illnesses that thousands of teachers and former students are facing today. 2020-02-1913 minGeneration: 9/11Episode 3: Business as UsualBefore the dust even settled on Lower Manhattan in the aftermath of 9/11, the streets and office buildings were filled with people whose job it was to prove that nothing could hold New York City and the rest of country back from making sure we were all getting back to work. Richie discusses the importance of the Victim Compensation Fund and World Trade Center Health Programs and how those working in Financial Services on 9/11 can get the care they are entitled to. Don't forget to rate, review subscribe and share!2020-02-1010 minGeneration: 9/11Episode 2: Live From South FloridaOn the latest episode of Generation: 9/11, join Richie and Brian as they discuss the importance of Richie's trip to South Florida. This time, Richie will be addressing over 200 retired NYPD sergeants.2020-01-3012 minGeneration: 9/11Episode 1: Live with Richie AllesGet to know retired FDNY Chief Richie Alles, as he details his memories of September 11, 2001 and what he is doing now as an advocate for the 9/11 Community. Make sure to rate, review, subscribe and share our latest episodes. 2020-01-2317 min