Hosted by: Eric ClemonsProduced by: Western New England Newsmakers Team
Junior Achievement of Western Massachusetts teaches financial literacy, leadership and entrepreneurial skills to prepare kids for life after graduation. Jennifer Connolly discusses the lasting impact understanding money and making wise decisions has on young people.
The history of the Irish Great Hunger can be viewed through the lens of art to reach us on a deeper level. Host Eric Clemons is joined by the Executive Director of Ireland's Great Hunger Museum at Quinnipiac University, Ryan Mahoney.
Adapting to a new country, culture and language is challenging. Will Kneerim with Integrated Refugee and Immigrant Services in New Haven discusses refugee resettlement support services for those re-building their lives in Connecticut.
The Anti-Defamation League Connecticut Chapter provides high quality anti-bias education in communities and schools across the state. ADL Connecticut Regional Director, Steven Ginsburg, joins Eric Clemons to discuss overcoming bigotry and hatred.
The Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner, Thomas J. Saadi, joins Newsmakers to discuss services and benefits for veterans, their spouses and eligible dependents; including health care, a residential center, housing and advocacy.
Coltsville National Historic Park Superintendent, James Woolsey, discusses the Park's status in the Coltsville Historic District where Samuel Colt pioneered precision manufacturing and the production of firearms during the industrial revolution.
Public Transportation is a lifeline in many U.S. cities. Connecticut DOT Bureau Chief of Public Transportation, Rich Andreski, joins Newsmakers to discuss the state of the state's transportation system moving people and goods by bus, train and ferry.
Creating young leaders across all of Massachusetts' high schools with a fun filled leadership weekend at LaSalle College. Massachusetts Youth Leadership Foundation President, Joe Coliflores, talks about developing youth to become leaders and role models in their communities.
Interview recorded on September 12, 2017 at the Majestic Theater. Hosted by Nathan O'Leary.
The YWCA helps transform victims of domestic and sexual violence into survivors. Women with no economic resources often go back again and again to abusers. The YWCA of Western New England offers a safe haven and a place for women to get back on their feet.
Interview Recorded on May 23, 2017 at the Majestic Theater. Hosted by Nathan O'Leary.
Film Intervening Getting High Team (F.I.G.H.T) is a youth mentoring program battling the opioid crisis through creative outlets. Founder, Johnny Hickey, shares how his personal experiences with opioids led to his film OxyMoron and the founding F.I.G.H.T.
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