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April is Autism Awareness Month. And while we rightly celebrate diversity, we often shy away from discussing the unique challenges faced by families and those raising autistic children. Our guest is Julie Mower, executive director of The Phoenix Center, an accredited, not-for-profit school serving students with autism, multiple disabilities and intellectual disabilities in Nutley, NJ. For more, visit thephoenixcenternj.org.

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Since April 1, the New York City Department of Sanitation has begun enforcing strict rules on separating food waste and yard waste from trash—issuing fines of up to $300 to property owners who don’t comply with the law. Our guest is Samantha Maldonado, a senior reporter for THE CITY, with an overview of composting guidelines for landlords and residents from her article How to Compost in NYC: A Guide. Samantha Maldonado is a senior reporter for THE CITY, where she covers climate, resiliency, housing and development at thecity.nyc.

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We discuss congestion pricing, young activists and the impact of anti-climate mandates with John Opperman, Executive Director of Earth Day Initiative. Their Annual Earth Day Festival is a free, public event during a pivotal time for climate justice. For more about the event in Union Square on April 17, visit earthdayinitiative.org.

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As immigration and LGBTQ+ rights take center stage in national debates, The People’s Theater, Latinx Playwrights Circle, and Boundless Theatre Company present the world premiere of "Domino Effect." Onstage at A.R.T. / New York Theaters through April 20, the play explores the triumphs, sacrifices, and resilience of immigrant and queer communities. Our guests are playwright Marco Antonio Rodriguez and cast member Shadi Ghaheri. For more about the play and tickets visit thepeoplestheater.org.

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As spring arrives in NYC, the annual Greenest Block in Brooklyn Program is on! It’s Brooklyn’s friendliest competition, hosted by the Brooklyn Brooklyn Botanic Garden. The contest is free and open to all residential blocks, commercial blocks, and community gardens in Brooklyn. Our guest is Community Program Manger Jibreel Cooper. For more, visit bbg.org/community/greenestblock.

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Amid the stresses of daily life and the uncertainty of the world around us, having a peaceful place to reflect and unwind can make all the difference. For participants in Project Renewal’s horticultural therapy program, that sanctuary is the rooftop garden at one of the nonprofit’s supportive housing sites, Bedford Green House. At heart of this healing space in the Bronx, is our guest Jonelle Green, Project Renewal’s horticultural therapist. For more, visit projectrenewal.org.

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With the New York City Mayoral Primary on June 24, we’re joined by Tim Hunter, representing the NYC Campaign Finance Board. New York City’s landmark Campaign Finance Program provides public funds to candidates for city office via their matching funds program, empowering small donors and candidates of all backgrounds. For more, visit nyccfb.info.

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Whether you are a novice when it comes to money or a confident investor, financial advisor Frank Buchholz offers a proven blueprint for sustainable wealth building through small, consistent actions in THE INVESTOR’S GOLDEN PLAYBOOK: 12 Rules for Achieving Real Wealth. Frank J. Buchholz is a retired senior vice president and financial advisor with over 40 years of experience. During his career at Merrill Lynch, he earned prestigious accolades like the Directors Circle and Circle of Excellence.

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2025 year marks the 10th anniversary of MOVE | NYC |, a leading-edge arts and social justice organization, with a mission to cultivate greater diversity and equity in the dance field and beyond.  Our guests are MOVE | NYC | Co-Founders Chanel DaSilva and Nigel Campbell. For more, including their 10th anniversary performance calendar, visit movenyc.nyc.

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COUNTING BACKWARDS is a legal thriller by Jacqueline Friedland following the timelines of two women—one in 1927 and the other in the present day—inspired by the true stories of medical abuse, and women’s struggles for their civil and reproductive rights. Jacqueline Friedland is the author of four other titles, including HE GETS THAT FROM ME and TROUBLE THE WATER. She graduated Magna cum Laude from both the University of Pennsylvania and NYU Law School before going on to briefly pursue commercial litigation.

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