Local pulmonologist, Dr. Rajesh Patel—Operation International board member and leader of the New York team—joins Gianna Volpe for The Heart of The East End Medical Monday segment underwritten by Jennifer Benton to talk about OI’s upcoming mission to Bhutan March 9-22.

Mamalee Lawler joins Gianna Volpe in the WLIW-FM studio while daughter, Rose Lawler Kerin, joins by phone for The Heart of The East End HOTsounds segment underwritten by Sag Harbor Cinema ahead of tomorrow night’s Hoodoo Loungers show at Sag Harbor’s Bay Street

Holly Li and Christine Sciulli—Co-creators of the annual Battle of the Fantasy Girl Bands, which benefits the Neo-political Cowgirls—join Gianna Volpe in the WLIW-FM studio for The Heart of The East End Friday Morning Tea underwritten by Village Overhead Doors ahead of tomorrow night’s sold-out performance at the Stephen Talkhouse. You can buy virtual event tickets here.

Rorie Kelly joins Gianna Volpe in the WLIW-FM studio for The Heart of The East End HOTsounds segment underwritten by  William Ris Gallery ahead of the “Unstoppable Women of Song” edition of Folkie Fest coming to the Center Moriches Community Center 2-5 p.m. on March 5

Artists Kara Hoblin and Grant Haffner join Gianna Volpe in the WLIW-FM studio for The Heart of The East End Thoughtful Thursday segment ahead of tonight’s Uncommon Residency artist chat and demonstration at Soundview Greenport starting 5 p.m. in The Halyard main dining room

This all-music edition of The Heart features music from all decades and genres with the word "truth" in the title recorded LIVE from the WLIW-FM studio in Southampton.

This all-music edition of The Heart features music from all decades and genres with the word "Paradise" in the title recorded LIVE from the WLIW-FM studio in Southampton.

Canio Book’s Kathryn Szoka and Southampton Town councilperson, Tommy John Schiavoni, join Gianna Volpe in the WLIW-FM studio for The Heart of The East End Monday Meditation Underwritten by OLA of Eastern Long Island to talk about the 121st birthday celebration of John Steinbeck at Baron’s Cove, as well as the successful preservation of the Sag Harbor property where Steinbeck wrote the great American novel, “The Winter of our Discontent.” You can visit the Sag Harbor Partnership here to help close the gap on funds needed for property purchase. 

For the Medical Monday segment underwritten by Jennifer Benton amid "The Winter of Our Discontent" Edition of The WLIW-FM Heart of The East End, host Gianna Volpe applied the following list shared by Stony Brook Medicine to late winter with hopes it helps save lives through a tough time of year for many:

●  If you, someone close to you, or someone you know is experiencing a suicidal crisis or in emotional distress call or text 988 and have a confidential conversation with a trained counselor 24 hours a day at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

●  The holidays can bring up difficult memories or thoughts for many individuals. Stay connected with others by engaging in daily check-ins, even if they may seem okay.

●  Be kind to yourself. Remember to participate in self-care activities to help lessen the stress felt during the holidays.

●  Be mindful of people’s boundaries. Don’t overextend yourself or others emotionally, physically or financially.

●  Remember that you don’t know what people are dealing with this time of year. Acts of kindness to both those you know and strangers you meet can really make a difference to them and to you!

What triggers thoughts of suicide?

The CDC reports an estimated 12.2 million American adults seriously thought about suicide in 2020. Some contributing factors include:

●  Feelings of isolation or disconnected from others

●  Loss of a loved one (particularly in last two years)

●  Legal problems or a previous criminal record

●  Being a victim of abuse

●  Relationship problems

●  Financial stress or job loss

●  Depression, anxiety or other emotional problems

●  History of self-harm and/or previous suicide attempts

●  Exposure to suicidal behaviors

Who is most at risk?

Some people are more impacted than others by suicide. These include:

●  Veterans and other military personnel

●  Law Enforcement

●  Healthcare Workers

●  Farmers and Seafarers

●  People in construction, the arts, design, entertainment, sports and media fields

●  LGBTQ+ youth

●  White men, 44 to 65 and 85 years and older

●  Those diagnosed with major depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, borderline personality disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance use and eating disorders

Are there warning signs?

The CDC has identified 12 warning signs of suicide:

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Stella Keating, Billy Hands and George Cork Maul join Gianna Volpe in the WLIW-FM studio for The Heart of The East End HOTsightsandsounds segment underwritten by Sag Harbor Cinema ahead of Hidden City Orchestra’s ‘New Elements’ event featuring music, spoken word, painting and more at Greenport’s The Times Vintage tomorrow night between 5 and 7 p.m.