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WCA Ground TruthingFrom the Podcast Archives: Mental Health Awareness Month with Dr. Adam WeissmanMay is Mental Health Awareness Month! To commemorate the month and continue ongoing discussions of the mental health crises facing youth today, WCA is releasing a new Ground Truthing podcast episode. This time, it's an episode from our podcast archives, featuring a conversation with Dr. Adam Weissman of the Weissman Children's Foundation, and the Child & Family Institute. Give this episode a listen to hear about mental health data from the past few years, and mental health programs currently operating in Westchester County.
Special thanks to Paula Santa-Donato for lending her voice and expertise as this episode's narrator. Thanks also to...2025-05-1414 min
BCW Podcast NetworkThe Member Spotlight-Mental Health Matters: Access to Care, Workforce Needs & Community Solutions with Marie Considine: Executive Director, NAMI Westchester, and Damian Travier: Executive Director, Access Psychology FoundationIn honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, don’t miss the latest episode of “Member Spotlight”! Host Linda Tyler, VP of Membership & Programs, sits down with Marie Considine, Executive Director of NAMI Westchester, and Damian Travier, Executive Director of Access Psychology Foundation, for a powerful conversation on mental health care today—covering access to care, equity, the mental health workforce, and how we can all contribute to a healthier, more supportive community.2025-05-1327 min
BCW Podcast NetworkNon-Profit Voices of Impact - Episode 3 with hosts Dr. Marsha Gordon and Linda Tyler, and featuring Kim DeMilia Executive VP of PCSB Bank, and Tiffany SW Hamilton, CEO of YWCA of White Plains & Central WestchesterBe sure to tune into this month’s episode of “Non-Profit Voices of Impact”! Hosts Marsha Gordon and Linda Tyler are joined by two inspiring leaders: Kim DeMilia, Executive Vice President, Division Head, Commercial Lending, of PCSB Bank, and Tiffany S.W. Hamilton, CEO of the YWCA White Plains & Central Westchester. Don’t miss this compelling discussion on the YWCA’s transformative programs, its mission to create lasting change, and the many ways individuals and businesses can contribute to its powerful work in the community.2025-04-1527 min
BCW Podcast NetworkLeadership Unleashed - 2025 Hall Of Fame with host Dr. Marsha Gordon & featuring Cynthia Delfino-Birdsall, President of CEO of YMCA of Central & Northern WestchesterYou won’t want to miss the latest special episode of “Leadership Unleashed”! Host Marsha Gordon is joined by Cindy Delfino Birdsall, President & CEO of YMCA of Central & Northern Westchester, and recipient of the 2025 Hall of Fame “Women in Business Success” Award. Tune in as Cindy shares powerful insights on driving transformational change, balancing financial sustainability with community impact, modern leadership, and building the workforce of the future.2025-04-0416 minBCW Podcast NetworkLeadership Unleashed - Episode 10 with Host Dr. Marsha Gordon & featuring Ken Jenkins, County Executive of Westchester CountyYou won’t want to miss the latest episode of “Leadership Unleashed”! Ken Jenkins, Westchester County Executive, joins host Marsha Gordon for an inspiring conversation on Ken’s impactful leadership journey, key policy priorities, and his powerful vision for the county’s future. Tune in now for this insightful and thought-provoking discussion!2025-03-1825 minBCW Podcast NetworkNon-Profit Voices of Impact - Episode 2 with hosts Dr. Marsha Gordon and Linda Tyler, and featuring Karen Erren, President & CEO of Feeding Westchester, and Dr. Susan Fox, President & CEO of the Westchester Institute for Human DevelopmentBe sure to tune into the latest episode of “Non-Profit Voices of Impact”! Hosts Marsha Gordon and Linda Tyler sit down with Karen Erren, President & CEO of Feeding Westchester, and Dr. Susan Fox, President & CEO of the Westchester Institute for Human Development. As co-chairs of the BCW’s Not-For-Profit Council, Karen and Susan share their insights on tackling food insecurity, advocating for people with disabilities, navigating challenges, and shaping policy for long-term impact. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation on the evolving nonprofit sector and the innovative solutions driving change.2025-03-1128 min
WCA Ground TruthingWCA Ground Truthing - Voices Unheard: Addressing Mental Health in the Asian CommunityWhy are there mentions of Star Trek, the TV show “Killing Eve”, and ice skating in a WCA Ground Truthing episode about mental health in the Asian community? Join us for a powerful conversation with Dr. Teresa Hsu, Founder and Executive Director of SPEAK (a Supportive Place for Empowering Asian Americans and Kin), County Legislator David Imamura, County Legislator Jewel Williams Johnson, WCA Board President Ann Umemoto and podcast host Limarie Cabrera, WCA Director of Data, Operations & Finance. Listen in as we discuss mental health, the corrosive effects of racism, and the unexpected connections that shape our experiences.
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Talk About It With FranjezWestchester county health & wellness Podcast Episode 88 SYR, Luccia Luppino Skincare, Drip Bar & HotWorxIn this episode of Talk About It With Franjez, I sit down with FOUR powerhouse health & wellness entrepreneurs from Westchester County, NY, to dive into the world of IV therapy, infrared saunas, skincare, and cutting-edge treatments that are changing the game.
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✔ Andrea from Drip Bar (Rye, NY) – The truth about IV nutrient therapy and how it boosts energy, immunity, and recovery.
✔ Mike from Hotworx – How infrared saunas + exercise create the ultimate biohacking experience.
✔ Hana from SYR Men’s Skincare & Laser + 4Her Spa – Why men and women deserve premium skincare & laser...2025-02-121h 37BCW Podcast NetworkNon-Profit Voices of Impact - Episode 1 with host Dr. Marsha Gordon and featuring Jan Fisher, Executive Director of Nonprofit WestchesterDon't miss the debut episode of “Non-Profit Voices of Impact”! Host Marsha Gordon sits down with Jan Fisher, Executive Director of Nonprofit Westchester, for an insightful conversation on the vital role of nonprofits, their economic and social impact, collaborations with local businesses and government, and the future of the sector. 2025-02-0422 min
Yore TownMurder, Money & Mystery: The Westchester Millionaire Cold CaseMurder, Money & Mystery: The Westchester Millionaire Cold CaseIn this episode, the hosts delve into the chilling cold case of Archie Harris and his housekeeper Betty Ramcharin, who were brutally murdered in 1996. The discussion covers the background of the victims, the gruesome details of the crime, the investigation that followed, and the recent developments in the case, including new suspects and advancements in forensic technology. The hosts reflect on the impact of the case on the community and the ongoing quest for justice.TakeawaysArchie Harris was a wealthy retiree with a complex personality.Betty Ramcharin was...2025-02-0319 min
BCW Podcast NetworkWIN: The Innovation Roundtable - Episode 4 with Host Luiz Aragon and featuring Cynthia Delfino, President & CEO of the YMCA of Central & Northern Westchester, and Wilson Kimball, President & CEO of The Municipal Housing Authority for the City of Yonkers &Be sure to tune into the latest episode of “WIN: The Innovation Roundtable”. Host Luiz Aragon has a knowledgeable and insightful conversation with Cynthia Delfino Birdsall, President & CEO of the YMCA of Central & Northern Westchester, and Wilson Kimball, President & CEO of The Municipal Housing Authority for the City of Yonkers. Together, they explore their motivations for joining the WIN program and their visions for driving innovation in Westchester.2024-12-1714 min
BCW Podcast NetworkAdvocacy and Politics Unplugged-Episode 5 with Host John Ravitz featuring Dan SingerBe sure to tune into this month’s episode of “Advocacy and Politics Unplugged”! Host John Ravitz, and guest Dan Singer, President of Robison, discuss the ongoing challenges Westchester and New York State will face as they build the new renewable energy infrastructure. Dan lays out the roadmap of the new emerging energy technology that businesses and residents should educate themselves on, as well as the role the BCW’s new Westchester Clean Energy Action Coalition will play in teaching communities about the positive impact these new systems will have in building a reliable power grid.Dive deep int...2024-09-1724 min
BCW Podcast NetworkWhat's Trending - Episode 4 with Host Amanda DePalma featuring Natasha CaputoIn the latest episode of “What’s Trending”, hosts Marsha Gordon and Amanda DePalma sit down with Natasha Caputo, Director of Westchester County Tourism & Film. From travel trends and culinary delights to sustainable tourism and historic charm, Natasha shares how Westchester is shining as a top traveling destination. Tune in to discover why this vibrant county is the place to be! In this fast-paced world, staying ahead of the curve is essential for success. Welcome to “What’s Trending?” with hosts Dr. Marsha Gordon and Amanda DePalma. This will be your go-to podcast for staying informed about what’s trending in the...2024-09-1020 min
BCW Podcast NetworkAdvocacy Unplugged- Episode 4 with Host John Ravitz featuring Kathleen Halas, Executive Director of Child Care Council of WestchesterTune into this month’s episode of “Advocacy Unplugged” for a thought-provoking and empowering discussion. Host John Ravitz, and guest, Kathleen Halas, Executive Director of the Child Care Council of Westchester, provide valuable insights on pressing issues on childcare in Westchester, and key strategies for improvement. 2024-07-0222 min
BCW Podcast NetworkLeadership Unleashed-Episode 2 Hosted by Dr. Marsha Gordon featuring George Latimer, Westchester County ExecutiveBe sure to tune in to this month’s episode of “Leadership Unleashed” with guest, George Latimer, Westchester County Executive. Dr. Marsha Gordon and Latimer discuss the experiences, challenges, and philosophies that have shaped the County Executive’s leadership style. 2024-05-2823 min
Inspired by JacquelineEpisode 36 - Entrepreneurship: 5 Realizations from an Entrepreneurs’ JourneyToday's special guest is Chereese Jervis-Hill is the Founder and CEO of Events To Remember + PR To Remember. They are celebrated 20 years this month April 2024. Congratulations and many more years to celebrate.
In my chat with Chereese we spoke about quite a few realizations when it comes to being an entrepreneur. When you tune in to this episode you will come across at least 6 realizations every entrepreneur needs to hear and learn. Here’s are two: grace and gratitude. Tune in to hear the conversation which applies to either new or season entrepreneurs.
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U.S Property Podcast"New York County Busy: Westchester Real Estate"We talk with Christine Ricci, principal from the Ricci Team Group. Part of the area Christine operates in is Westchester County. She tells us how she got the bug for real estate and about what real estate activity is happening right now.
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The latest real estate news, trends and predictions for San Diego, Philadelphia, Dallas, New York, Austin, San Francisco...2024-03-1714 min
Indivisible Westchester: The PodcastNY3 Special Election ResultsDemocrats score a major victory in a high stakes special election in New York. Casey Sabella, NY Democrats State Director for 2024 and Jon Tomlin, Democratic Strategist with Actum, join Shannon to talk about the questions this race answered - what made the difference in this race that made national headlines? And, what does this mean for Democrats running for Congress this year throughout New York?2024-02-1829 minIndivisible Westchester: The PodcastNY3 Special Election with Shelley MayerThe special election to fill George Santos' vacant seat is just a few weeks away. State Senator Shelley Mayer joins us with a call to action. She shares all the details on how you can help get out the vote, and why the election on February 13th is so crucial for New York and the country.
Sign up to Canvass with Shelley Mayer on January 27th https://bit.ly/012724West4NY32024-01-2114 minIndivisible Westchester: The PodcastMedical Aid In DyingWe are back in 2024 with all new episodes!
This week Shannon is joined by Corinne Carey, NY & NJ Campaign Director Compassion & Choices, to discuss New York’s Medical Aid in Dying Act. She shares why it matters and how you can help make sure it passes in New York.
Find out more: https://www.compassionandchoices.org/in-your-state/new-york2024-01-1216 min
Podcast Pioneers Toastmasters ClubMaking Astronomy A Hobby by Antoinette Lewis - Podcast Pioneers Toastmasters Season 2 Episode 20Making Astronomy A Hobby
Have you ever looked up in the sky and wondered if there is another world out there? I have and wasn’t sure if I wanted to find out but had the good fortune of meeting a few folks who do and love studying the stars, cosmos and all things Astronomy.
It is my pleasure to Interview Charles Gibson and Patricia Mahon members of the Westchester Amateur Astronomy Club. They have been involved with the club for over 30 years. This interview will cover the club, their interest, astrology vs astronomy and th...2023-11-1017 min
Brunch & Learn PodcastEP: 73: Discovering Lower Hudson Valley, Westchester, & Rockland County, NY with Jeanne Muchnick, Reporter & Content CreatorMeet Jeanne: Jeanne Muchnick is a longtime journalist currently covering the food and dining scene in the Lower Hudson Valley for The Journal News/lohud.com. A native of Baltimore, Maryland, she's a crabcake snob who's also a lobster lover, a coffee aficionado and a big fan of Brussels Sprouts. She's also big into doing what she can to promote local Westchester and Rockland County businesses.Instagram: @jeannemuchnick & @lohud_foodWhat You'll Learn in this Episode: Geography lesson on what is considered Lower Hudson Valley, for any city folk that th...2023-04-0549 min
Westchester Words: Education, EdTech, and PublishingHow BISG Membership Benefits Companies and IndividualsBrian O'Leary returns to the Westchester Words podcast to tell us all the new projects BISG has been working on, how the organization provides information of value to companies and individuals throughout the publishing industry supply chain, and previews the topic/speakers for the annual meeting in late AprilTell us what you think of this episode2023-03-0921 minIndivisible Westchester: The PodcastState Senator Shelley Mayer on AbortionNew York State Senator Shelley Mayer joins Shannon today to talk about how New York can expand access to abortion care nationwide. Blue states like New York passed laws protecting abortion care providers from prosecution for those traveling from states with abortion bans. Telemedicine shield laws take that a step further, protecting doctors who prescribe pills to out of state women seeking to have abortions at home. Sen. Mayer discusses her bill that offers those protections in New York.2023-01-3018 minIndivisible Westchester: The PodcastThe New York Court Of Appeals VacancyAll eyes are on the New York Court of Appeals and the search for a new Chief Judge. Governor Kathy Hochul has until December 23rd to nominate one of seven possible candidates for the top job on state’s highest court. Former Chief Judge Janet DiFiore abruptly stepped down earlier this year. Many progressives blame her for the court’s drift to the right, including blocking congressional districts drawn by the legislature, a move that cost New York Democrats four house seats this cycle. In turn, progressive activists and advocacy groups have their own ideas about who should take DiFiore’s plac...2022-12-1016 minIndivisible Westchester: The PodcastGeorgia On Our MindsGeorgia is headed to the polls yet again. Shannon is joined by Sarah Riggs Amico, former candidate for Georgia Lt. Governor and US Senate, to discuss Senator Warnock's campaign and how the Republicans could be in trouble. They also share lessons from Georgia organizing that could help New York in the future.2022-11-2933 minIndivisible Westchester: The PodcastWhat Went Wrong in New York?The midterm elections are over and Democrats outperformed expectations everywhere except for New York. The Democrats lost House seats across the state even while electing Kathy Hochul. What happened, and what do the Democrats in New York need to do next? Shannon is joined by Jake Dilemani, Partner at Mercury Public Affairs and Democratic Strategist.2022-11-1425 minIndivisible Westchester: The PodcastRally the Vote Live: Hochul and Delgado Come to Mt. VernonLive from Mt. Vernon at the Our Communities United for Hochul & Delgado Rally for Row A. Election Day is Tuesday November 8th. New York polls are open 6am-9pm. Every vote counts!
Highlights from Gov. Hochul, Lt. Gov. Delgado, Rep. Jamaal Bowman, Sen. Jamaal Bailey, Mt. Vernon Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard, County Exec. George Latimer, Deputy County Exec. Ken Jenkins and members from Hispanic Democrats of Westchester, Westchester County Democratic Committee, Working Families Party and Westchester Asian American Democrats.2022-11-0708 minIndivisible Westchester: The PodcastEarly Voting and Protecting the Right to VoteEarly voting in New York is relatively new and still somewhat of a novelty, but the numbers tell a story about enthusiasm and turnout. With so many competitive high profile races come concerns about protecting the right to vote. Shannon is joined by Jarret Berg, Co-Founder and Voting Rights Counsel at Vote Early New York, to discuss all things voting.2022-11-0129 minIndivisible Westchester: The PodcastWhy the Race for NY Governor is CloseThe polls are closer than anyone expected in the race for New York Governor. John Tomlin, Managing Director at Actum, and Jake Dilemani, Partner at Mercury Public Affairs, join Shannon to talk about the race, how we can get involved, and what surprises might be in store when the votes are counted.2022-10-2639 minIndivisible Westchester: The PodcastProp 1: The Back of Your BallotFlip your ballot this November to find Prop 1, also known as the Clean Water, Clean Air, Green Jobs Bond Act. Shannon is joined by NY Assemblyman Steve Otis and Julie Tighe, President of the New York League of Conservation Voters, to discuss why you need to make sure to flip your ballot and vote YES on Prop 1 this November.2022-10-1618 min
Protecting America with Rita CosbyEpisode 45: Former Westchester County Executive Rob AstorinoOn the latest episode of Protecting America, Former Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino tells Rita Cosby about the continued flights of migrants to New York and elsewhere, his reaction to the tent city being set up to house them and the hypocrisy of many politicians. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-10-0719 minIndivisible Westchester: The PodcastEp 45: Battleground New YorkThe fight for control of the House majority in 2022 runs through New York. New York was supposed to be a blue firewall but is now one of the most heavily contested states in the country. New maps created more competitive districts all across the state. There are six competitive house seats that could go either way. Hear from activists and party members about these six districts and how we can help keep them blue.2022-10-031h 19
Jon and Tom Talks#74 - Westchester County AirportWhy are we talking about the Westchester County airport?
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Westchester Words: UK and International, Education and EdtechWestchester Words UK & International - Podcast TrailerFind all of our episodes on your favorite podcast platform or at our website.2022-02-0501 minWestchester Words: UK and International, Education and EdtechHow Westchester Education UK Supports Education Publishers and Content ProvidersA conversation with Rebecca Durose-Croft, Content and Services Director for Westchester Education UK, about how Westchester partners with education publishers, ed-tech providers, and other education entities to create superior curriculum materials for students and teachers.Find all of our episodes on your favorite podcast platform or at our website.2022-01-1315 min