Karen Millican, Chief Commercial Officer of JoyDew, joins Steve Adubato to explore how housing, employment, and social support empowers young adults on the autism spectrum.

Sen. John Burzichelli (D) – NJ of the 3rd Legislative District, joins Steve Adubato to discuss the importance of public media in New Jersey and what steps need to be taken to address the affordability crisis.

Dr. Keith Strudler, Dean of the College of Communication and Media at Montclair State University, sits down with Steve Adubato to discuss how the changing media landscape impacts the next generation of storytellers and journalists in the state.

Steve Adubato speaks with Amy Murtha, MD, Dean of Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and Founding Dean of the Future Rutgers School of Medicine, about fostering compassionate care to train future physicians and promote health equity.

Idana Goldberg, PhD, CEO of The Russell Berrie Foundation, joins Steve Adubato to mark the organization’s 40 years of impactful philanthropy and to reflect on her recent trip to Israel.

Sean Jackson, CEO of Isles, Inc., speaks with Steve Adubato about the ways the organization is addressing lead remediation in schools and homes to create healthier communities in Trenton.

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November 14, 2025. Steve Adubato sits down with Adam Hamawy, MD, Medical Director at Princeton Plastic Surgeons and Former U.S. Army Combat Surgeon, to shed light on the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, including the medical challenges on the ground and the impact of the war on civilian lives.

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Steve Adubato sits down with Dr. R. Joseph Huddleston, Associate Professor at Seton Hall University’s School of Diplomacy and International Relations, to examine how U.S. international aid strengthens America’s global reputation, supports diplomacy, and drives meaningful global impact.

U.S. Rep. Herb Conaway Jr., MD (D) – NJ, of the 3rd Legislative District, joins Steve Adubato to discuss critical issues impacting NJ citizens such as cuts to Medicaid, trust in public health, and the need for affordable child care.

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December 20, 2025. Steve Adubato is joined by a panel of Russ Berrie Making A Difference Award Honorees who are using their voices to make waves in their community — proving that the next generation isn’t waiting for change, they’re leading it.

Panelists include:

Trinity Jagdeo, Founder, From We Can’t to We Can and 2024 Russ Berrie Making a Difference Honoree

Emma Joy, Founder, Girls Helping Girls. Period. and 2021 Russ Berrie Making a Difference Honoree

Mark Leschinsky, Founder, Student World Impact Film Festival and 2025 Russ Berrie Making a Difference Honoree

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November 14, 2025. Steve Adubato sits down with Adam Hamawy, MD, Medical Director at Princeton Plastic Surgeons and Former U.S. Army Combat Surgeon, to shed light on the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, including the medical challenges on the ground and the impact of the war on civilian lives.

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December 6, 2025. Steve Adubato welcomes Elie Honig, author of “When You Come at the King,” CNN Senior Legal Analyst, and Former Federal and State Prosecutor, to explore the history of the U.S. Office of Special Counsel, the abuse of executive power, and its implications for the future of American democracy.

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November 29, 2025. In the second half of this two-part series, Steve Adubato goes on-location to Montclair State University for an in-depth conversation with Montclair President, Dr. Jonathan Koppell. In cooperation with Montclair’s College of Communication and Media, Steve and Dr. Koppell explore academic freedom, campus safety, the value of higher education, and the future of democracy.

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November 22, 2025. In this special two-part series, Steve Adubato goes on-location to Montclair State University for an in-depth conversation with Montclair President, Dr. Jonathan Koppell. In cooperation with Montclair’s College of Communication and Media, Steve and Dr. Koppell explore academic freedom, campus safety, the value of higher education, and the future of democracy.

October 25, 2025. ​As a tribute to the late Dr. George F. Heinrich, a lifelong mentor and coach to future physicians, Steve Adubato sits down with Dr. Heinrich and two other esteemed doctors to discuss their passion for medicine and how they’re giving back by training the next generation of physicians.

In addition, we honor Dr. Heinrich’s legacy in a conversation with Patricia Costante, Founding Member of the EJI Excellence in Medicine Fund, and Board Member of the NJ Health Foundation, who worked closely with Dr. Heinrich in creating the Tomorrow’s Physicians series.

Panelists Include:
Ronak Mistry, DO, Hematologist and Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania
Leila J. Mady, MD, PhD, MPH, Head and Neck Oncology and Microvascular Surgeon, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
The late George F. Heinrich, MD, Former Associate Dean for Admissions and Adjunct Professor of Medicine, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

“October 11, 2025. Steve Adubato sits down with three passionate advocates for a powerful conversation about supporting veterans and military families in New Jersey.

Panelists Include:
Asw. Melinda Kane (D) – NJ, 6th Legislative District and Gold Star Mother of Lance Corporal Jeremy Kane
Michael Mimms, Ed.D., Former Marine Corps First Lieutenant and Lead Veteran Mental Healthcare Navigator and Mental Health First Aid Instructor, New Jersey Hospital Association
Jack Fanous, Co-Founder & Executive Director, GI Go Fund and CEO and Co-Founder, JobPaths, and 2013 Russ Berrie Making A Difference honoree”

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