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The Solution: Nothing Changes if We Change NothingBuyers BewareSend us a textJoin Ronni and Chevar as they discuss awareness of THC products that may get confused with everyday consumable products (beverages, candy, and food).Host:Ronni Katz, Director of the New York City Prevention Resource Center - RKatz@childrensnyc.orgChevar Francis, Community Development Specialist, NYC PRC - ChevarF@childrensaidnyc.orgNYC POP:Kate Hicks, Community Development Specialist, NYC POP - KHicks@childrensaidnyc.orgđź“ŁJoin Us for a Virtual Town Hall: Can We Talk About The Why? Understanding Youth Substance UseJoin NYC Partners of...
2025-11-0750 min
The Solution: Nothing Changes if We Change NothingNew BeginningsSend us a textJoin Ronni and Chevar as we talk to Milo Ward about his time with the New York Prevention Resource Center, his role as a Community Development Specialist, and his transition into his new Coalition Coordinator role.Host:Ronni Katz, Director of the New York City Prevention Resource Center - RKatz@childrensnyc.orgChevar Francis, Community Development Specialist, NYC PRC - ChevarF@childrensaidnyc.orgGuests:Milo Ward, LGBTQ+ Coalition Manager - mward@naicany.orgSocial Media:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/nycprevention/...
2025-09-1251 min
Read This TodayThe Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor DostoevskyA family torn apart by patricide becomes the stage for humanity's greatest spiritual debates. This episode unpacks Fyodor Dostoevsky's monumental The Brothers Karamazov, exploring the distinct paths of the three brothers—the passionate, the intellectual, the spiritual—as they grapple with faith, doubt, free will, and the very existence of God in a world shadowed by violence and profound philosophical questions.Works CitedAlvarado, Ena. "The Power of Sibling Bonds in The Brothers Karamazov." JSTOR Daily, 2021.Begum, Abida. "The Existential Legacy of Fyodor Dostoevsky." Int. J. Multidisciplinary Ed. Res., 2024.Bercken, Wil van den. "The...
2025-06-2927 min
The Solution: Nothing Changes if We Change NothingPOP's VoiceSend us a textJoin Ronni and Chevar as we welcome Milo Ward into his new role and our newest team member, Kate Hicks.Host:Ronni Katz, Director of the New York City Prevention Resource Center - RKatz@childrensnyc.orgChevar Francis, Community Development Specialist, NYC PRC - ChevarF@childrensaidnyc.orgGuests:Kate Hicks, Community Development Specialist, NYC POP - KHicks@childrensaidnyc.orgMilo Ward, Community Development Specialist, NYC PRC - MWard@childrensaidnyc.orgYouTube:Video - https://youtu.be/xHh...
2025-06-2050 min
Careers in Data PrivacyRonni Gothard Christiansen: Creator @ AesirXAt 8 years old, Ronni delivered newspapers,
At 18, he worked in a factory making heat insulators.
Ronni studied political science,
Now he thinks about privacy compliance!
2025-01-1745 min
The Solution: Nothing Changes if We Change NothingHost To Host Part 6: Room to GrowSend us a textJoin Ronni and Chevar as they reveal powerful strategies to navigate challenging times with resilience, emphasizing a proactive approach to prevention.CALL TO ACTION:Take a moment to connect with someone you usually don’t talk to; you might be surprised by what you discover. A friendly "hello" can open doors and create meaningful connections. Linkshttps://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/black-and-empowered/202411/supporting-emotional-resilience-in-kids-after-the-electionhttps://shinenyc.net/front-page-blog/helping-kids-navigate-post-election-anxiety/https://clubexperience.blog/2024/11/06/what-now-helping-youth-respond-to-a-difficult-election-season/HostRo...
2024-12-1348 min
The Solution: Nothing Changes if We Change NothingSay Yas to RAAMSend us a textJoin Ronni and Chevar as they discuss primary prevention efforts to support LGBTQIA+ youth in New York City. They will also share highlights from NYC POP's Town Hall event titled "Can We Talk About Cannabis?", which was moderated by Nyrie Smith (they/them/theirs), the Coalition Coordinator and Supervisor from the Brooklyn YAS (Youth Against Substance Misuse) Coalition.Host:Ronni Katz, Director of the New York City Prevention Resource Center - RKatz@childrensnyc.orgChevar Francis, Community Development Specialist, NYC PRC...
2024-11-1450 min
The Solution: Nothing Changes if We Change NothingThe Passion NetworkSend us a textJoin Ronni and Chevar as they discuss their passion for supporting individuals in New York City who are on the path to success after facing struggles with substance misuse. They will be joined by guests from the Citywide Addiction Support Network (CASN): Jessica Boylan, CASN's Project Manager, and Chris Copeland, its Implementation Consultant. Host:Ronni Katz, Director of the New York City Prevention Resource Center - RKatz@childrensnyc.orgChevar Francis, Community Development Specialist, NYC PRC - ChevarF@childrensaidnyc.orgGuests:Jessica Boylan, M...
2024-11-0148 min
The Solution: Nothing Changes if We Change NothingHost To Host Part 5: Staying Positive in a Negative WorldSend us a textJoin Ronni and Chevar as they share their thoughts through a prevention lens on navigating election anxiety, bullying, and how to parent through it all.Linkshttps://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/screen-time/202409/helping-young-children-navigate-election-anxietyhttps://www.addictioncenter.com/addiction/bullying/?fbclid=IwY2xjawFzaDFleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHedfKS_7DqvxLOugtYtI95kxZWVx2BMCWihtuLOYFdI3ai_wcCt38_zhBA_aem_rqQ3IFikQr00TUk0iPiFUQ#:~:text=Both%20bullying%20and%20addiction%20are,to%20substance%20abuse%20and%20addictionhttps://www.samhsa.gov/talk-they-hear-youhttps://www.hennepinhealthcare.org/blog/caregiver-support-essential-for-teens-coping-with-bullying-and-substance-abuse/...
2024-10-1843 min
The Solution: Nothing Changes if We Change NothingPrevention is HomeSend us a textJoin Ronni and Chevar as we welcome Milo Ward into his new role and our newest team member Fatima Sindhu.Host:Ronni Katz, Director of the New York City Prevention Resource Center - RKatz@childrensnyc.orgChevar Francis, Community Development Specialist, NYC PRC - ChevarF@childrensaidnyc.orgGuests:Milo Ward, Community Development Specialist, NYC PRC - MWard@childrensaidnyc.orgFatima Sindhu, Community Development Specialist, NYC POP - FSindhu@childrensaidnyc.orgFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/nycprevention/Instagram...
2024-07-1950 min
The Solution: Nothing Changes if We Change NothingPure GeniusSend us a textJoin Ronni and Chevar with their guest Willie the Genius in a discussion about their personal life journey.Host:Ronni Katz, Director of the New York City Prevention Resource Center - RKatz@childrensnyc.orgChevar Francis, Community Development Specialist, NYC PRC - ChevarF@childrensaidnyc.orgGuests:Willie The Genius @WILLIEtheGENIUS on all social media platformsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/nycprevention/Instagram - @NYC_PRCYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thesolutionnyc727Tik Tok...
2024-01-0555 min
The Solution: Nothing Changes if We Change Nothing4th Annual Holiday Pop in Drop InSend us a textJoin Chevar and Ronni, and guests from the field of prevention as they discuss acts of kindness.Happy holidaysHostRonni Katz, Director of the New York City Prevention Resource Center - RKatz@childrensnyc.orgChevar Francis, Community Development Specialist, NYC PRC - ChevarF@childrensaidnyc.orgGuest:Milo Ward - MWard@childrensaidnyc.orgNanor Arakelian - NArakelian@childrensaidnyc.orgDawn Insanalli-RodriguezMia SaundersMakeda AndragachewConner WieschenbergSSG Oscar PonceSSG Maiya Mohammed
2023-12-201h 03
The Solution: Nothing Changes if We Change NothingHost To Host Part 4: Giving FlowersSend us a textJoin Ronni and Chevar as they share the importance of giving someone their flowers and how it's connected to prevention.Task: (Share in our comment section) How you would define prevention?One thing you could do to give someone their flowers.Links:"Talk. They Hear You."® Underage Drinking Campaign | SAMHSAHostRonni Katz - RKatz@childrensnyc.orgChevar Francis - ChevarF@childrensaidnyc.orgSocial Media​Twitter...
2023-12-1546 min
The Solution: Nothing Changes if We Change NothingTranq (Xylazine) part 3: Keeping the Hope AliveSend us a textJoin Ronni and Chevar as they have a discussion with two peer support members about the effects of Xylazine (Tranq).Host:Ronni Katz, Director of the New York City Prevention Resource Center - RKatz@childrensnyc.orgChevar Francis, Community Development Specialist, NYC PRC - ChevarF@childrensaidnyc.orgGuests:Evelyn Morales, She/Her/Ella - RC CARC CRPA - Peer Worker (CASN) - Citywide Addiction Support Network Troy Boze - Recovery Service Coordinator at the Education Alliance, Certified Recovery Peer Advocate, TBoze@edalliance.orgS...
2023-07-2153 minThe Solution: Nothing Changes if We Change NothingA Place to Go to ThriveSend us a textJoin Ronni and Chevar as they have a discussion with Toni Smith about the landscape in drug policy. Host:Ronni Katz, Director of the New York City Prevention Resource Center - RKatz@childrensnyc.orgChevar Francis, Community Development Specialist, NYC PRC - ChevarF@childrensaidnyc.orgGuests:Toni Smith, New York State Director at Drug Policy AllianceEmail: TSmith@drugpolicy.orgTwitter: @DPA_NYVideo on NY’s OPCs: A Look Inside Life-Saving Overdose Prevention Centers - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVieUpa3SewTake action: Tell Gov...
2023-06-1647 minThe Solution: Nothing Changes if We Change NothingTranq part 2: Boots on the GroundSend us a textJoin Ronni and Chevar as they have a discussion with two peer support members about the effects of Xylazine (Tranq).Host:Ronni Katz, Director of the New York City Prevention Resource Center - RKatz@childrensnyc.orgChevar Francis, Community Development Specialist, NYC PRC - ChevarF@childrensaidnyc.orgGuests:Christopher Kelly, Program Coordinator of Parc Bronx/ Queens Program Coordinator of CASN 929 244 1445 Ext 1884 Queens Work cell 917 717 0602Jesus Hernandez, PARC Bronx/CRPA PARC Bronx (929)244-1500 ext 1605 510 Courtlandt Ave 2nd floor, Bx NY 10451Social Media:
2023-05-2653 minThe Solution: Nothing Changes if We Change NothingXylazine 101 (Tranq) You Need To KnowSend us a textJoin Ronni and Chevar as they have a discussion with three peer support members about the effects of Xylazine (Tranq)..Host:Ronni Katz, Director of the New York City Prevention Resource Center - RKatz@childrensnyc.orgChevar Francis, Community Development Specialist, NYC PRC - ChevarF@childrensaidnyc.orgGuests:Joel Teron, Alliance for Positive Change, Harm Reduction Manager 212-645-0875 x 150 Joel2@alliance.nyc Robert Dicristi, CRPA-P (Certified Recovery Peer Advocate ) Provisional at Samaritan Daytop Village Jamaica Outpatient (929) 766...
2023-05-1259 min
The Solution: Nothing Changes if We Change Nothing3rd Annual Holiday POP inSend us a textJoin Chevar and Ronni, and guests from the field of prevention as they discuss holiday traditions and ways to support one another throughout the holiday season.Happy holidaysHostRonni Katz, Director of the New York City Prevention Resource Center - RKatz@childrensnyc.orgChevar Francis, Community Development Specialist, NYC PRC - ChevarF@childrensaidnyc.orgGuestsMilo WardNanor ArakelianSSG Oscar PonceSSG Christina BarnesDawn Rodriguez-InsanalliBrittany HarrisCrispin GoytiaMia SandersAriel Simmons-Minoso
2022-12-231h 00The Solution: Nothing Changes if We Change NothingYou're never too old for preventionSend us a textJoin Ronni and Chevar as they discuss how prevention can be used throughout an individual's lifespan, with their guests Leyla Bermudez, Director of Youth Services of ELMCOR (East Elmhurst/Corona), and Frances Johnson, Coalition Coordinator of ELMCOR's special population grant. Host:Ronni Katz, Director of the New York City Prevention Resource Center - RKatz@childrensnyc.orgChevar Francis, Community Development Specialist, NYC PRC - ChevarF@childrensaidnyc.orgGuests:Leyla Bermudez, Director of Youth Services, ELMCOR, L.bermudez@elmcor.org ...
2022-12-0243 minThe Solution: Nothing Changes if We Change NothingHost To Host Part 3: GratitudeSend us a textJoin Ronni and Chevar as they have a discussion about why gratitude is important to them. ACTION: Please share what you are grateful for and why is it important to you in the comments or stitch your response to our social media video.Links:https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/what-mentally-strong-people-dont-do/201504/7-scientifically-proven-benefits-gratitudehttps://havendetoxnow.com/gratitude-helps-your-recovery/HostRonni Katz - RKatz@childrensnyc.orgChevar Francis - ChevarF@childrensaidnyc.orgSocial Media:
2022-11-1845 minThe Solution: Nothing Changes if We Change NothingWhat's your starting five?Send us a textJoin Chevar and Ronni as they discuss the connection between drug and gambling addictions, and the importance of developing a support system to help during these difficult times with special guest, Venus Moore, Team Leader of the NYC Problem Gambling Resource Center."HostRonni Katz - RKatz@childrensnyc.orgChevar Francis - ChevarF@childrensaidnyc.orgGuestVenus Moore - Team Leader of the NYC Problem Gambling Resource CenterFor more information and/or support please call 929-222-9566 Em...
2022-05-2048 min
The Solution: Nothing Changes if We Change NothingThe Chocolate Chip Cookie EffectSend us a textJoin Ronni and Chevar as they have a discussion with our guests Yamir Gomez Carrasco, Program Manager for NYU's Silver School of Social Work, and Javier Martinez, Program Coordinator, for the Bronx Family Coalition for Health. Javier and Yamir do a fentanyl test strip training during this episode and share information on how to receive the strip.Contact information:HostRonni Katz - RKatz@childrensnyc.orgChevar Francis - ChevarF@childrensaidnyc.orgGuestYamir Gomez Carrasco - Program Manager, NYU, Silver School of S...
2022-04-0854 min
The Solution: Nothing Changes if We Change NothingThe Spider and The FlySend us a textJoin Ronni and Chevar as they have a discussion with their guest Diane Fedorchak, interim Director at the Center for Health Promotion at UMass Amherst. We have a conversation about the word "normal" and how it is used to describe our lives. We have chosen different words as ways to describe who we are and how we feel, like extraordinary and abstract. What words do you choose?Contact information:HostRonni Katz - RKatz@childrensnyc.orgChevar Francis - ChevarF@childrensaidnyc.orgGuestDiane F...
2022-03-0449 minThe Solution: Nothing Changes if We Change NothingRecovery CapitalSend us a textJoin Ronni and Chevar as they have a discussion with our guest Luis Laboy, Director of Addiction Treatment Services for Bowen Center’s Chemical Dependency Outpatient Program. Luis does a Narcan training during this episode and gives information on how to receive the kit.Contact information:HostRonni Katz - RKatz@childrensnyc.orgChevar Francis - ChevarF@childrensaidnyc.orgGuestLuis Laboy - llaboy@bowencsc.orgFor a Narcan kit please call 212-694-9200 or visit 1727 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10031...
2022-02-1149 min
The Solution: Nothing Changes if We Change NothingThere's No Wrong DoorSend us a textJoin Ronni and Chevar as they have a discussion with our guests from CASN (Citywide Addiction Support Network) Jessica Boylan, Project Manager of CASN, Dr. Carolann Slattery EdD, Vice President of Outpatient Services of Samaritan Daytop Village, and Troy Boze, Recovery Services Coordinator for Offsite of Education Alliance around the importance of prevention, treatment, and recovery. Contact information:Host:Ronni Katz - RKatz@childrensnyc.orgChevar Francis - ChevarF@childrensaidnyc.orgGuest:Jessica Boylan - JBoylan@casnetwork.org
2022-01-2852 min