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In this week's episode I sat down with Jameisha Prescod FRSA. Jameisha is a multidisciplinary artist and writer from South London. With work grounded in a research-based practice, Jameisha explores how culture, identity, black history and colonialism influence the way illnesses are experienced. By combining multiple art forms their work reimagines how disabled stories can be archived in more experimental ways.We discuss disability as depicted in art past and present, the role of art and the artists in the disability rights movement, being told “you look okay to me” and much, much more. This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC. Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Follow Jameisha: Instagram: @youlookokaytome YouTube: You Look Okay To Me Website: https://jameishaprescod.comFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport the organizers, detainees and their families at Delaney Hall (all links from @feminist):Donate To Family Support Funds: linktr.ee/SupportOurFamiliesDonate to the Commissary Fund: givebutter.com/commissaryfundCall your representative: https://5calls.orgLearn More: indivisible.org/campaigns/dismantling-detentionSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
In this week's episode I sat down with Emily Gerhardstein. Emily is the CEO and Co-Founder of LS Adaptive™, a mission-driven minority and female owned company utilizing proprietary magnetic technology, Hana Fasteners™, to restore independence and dignity to those with limited mobility, aging, or disabilities. As an FIT graduate, retail veteran, and former caregiver, Emily combined her personal journey with professional expertise to create universal, one-handed dressing solutions.We discuss the disability tax, building a brand at the intersection of fashion and technology and much, much more.This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC. Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Follow LS Adaptive: Instagram: @lsadaptive TikTok: @lsadaptive Website: https://www.lsadaptive.comFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport the organizers, detainees and their families at Delaney Hall (all links from @feminist):Donate To Family Support Funds: linktr.ee/SupportOurFamiliesDonate to the Commissary Fund: givebutter.com/commissaryfundCall your representative: https://5calls.orgLearn More: indivisible.org/campaigns/dismantling-detentionSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
In this week's episode I sat down with Belle Bakst. Belle, is a stylist, fashion editor, content creator and disability advocate. Also known as “Little Fashion Stylist”, her work has been featured in Cosmopolitan, InStyle, Harper's Bazaar, Brides, and more.We discuss who is driving the conversations around representation and inclusivity, especially in this new era, the permanence of fashion as an art form, what it means to be whimsical and much, much more. This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC. Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Follow Belle: Instagram: @littlefashionstylist TikTok: @littlefashionstylist Substack: Outta SightLearn More About And Support The Fun Eye Fund: https://www.funeyefund.orgFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport the organizers, detainees and their families at Delaney Hall (all links from @feminist):Donate To Family Support Funds: linktr.ee/SupportOurFamiliesDonate to the Commissary Fund: givebutter.com/commissaryfundCall your representative: https://5calls.orgLearn More: indivisible.org/campaigns/dismantling-detentionSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
In this week's episode I sat down with Sonia Vera. Sonia is a Venezuelan-born model who is seeking to transform how the disability community is represented and celebrated within the fashion industry. She is a passionate advocate for radical, long-overdue change, using fashion as a platform to normalize inclusion and disability, and to shine a light on the significant and largely overlooked spending power of these communities.We discuss how fashion as an art form has always seen disabled bodies, how the industry can go much further in regards to representation and inclusion, being a part of this year's Met Costume spring exhibition and much, much more.This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC. Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Follow Sonia: Instagram: @sonia_veraofficial Follow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
In this week's episode I sat down with Kate Robinson. Kate built a career spanning retail management and the nonprofit sector, most recently working at Nike, Inc. Now, in an exciting career transition, she is an enthusiastic advocate for creative expression and the power of amplifying individual voices.We discuss her career working at the intersection of sport and fashion, finding community that allows you to be your full self and much, much more. This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC. Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Follow Kate: Instagram: @katers02 Follow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
In this week's episode I sat down with Julie Forrest Wyman. Julie is a filmmaker, writer, and Associate Professor of Cinema and Digital Media at UC Davis. Her work engages issues of embodiment, body image, and the possibilities and problematics of media spectatorship.We discuss her most recent film “The Tallest Dwarf”, the ways in which the bodies of people with dwarfism have been seen and perceived through to the present day and much, much more. This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC. Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Watch The Tallest Dwarf:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CsoDZ7hu0xg&t=5046s PBS: https://www.pbs.org/independentlens/documentaries/the-tallest-dwarf/Follow Julie: Instagram: @julieforrestwyman Follow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
In this week's episode I sat down with Maegan Blau. Maegan is the founder and principal designer of Blue Copper Design, an Arizona based studio recognized for its accessibility forward approach and for pushing the industry beyond minimum standards to create spaces that truly support how people live.We discuss the differences between adaptive and accessible, the importance of blending access and design, and what can be created when accessibility is built into the foundation rather than as an afterthought and much, much more. This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC. Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Follow Blue Copper Design: Instagram: @bluecopperdesign TikTok: @bluecopperdesign Website: https://bluecopper.designFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
In this week's episode of Always Looking Up I welcomed back Melanie Waldman. An advocate for disability rights and overall inclusion, Melanie's history & career include sharing her professional connection(s) with a wide range of audiences. In 2025, she launched her platform "Disability Reality Media", which she's taken to Sundance, Tribeca, and SXSW. Through her platform, she has been able to interview artists on red carpets across the country. As we are two self-professed Bravo girls, we sat down to discuss disability as a costume as seen in both reality and scripted television. This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode on my Patreon will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC. Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Follow Melanie: Instagram: @whereswaldman TikTok: @whereswaldmanListen to Disability Reality Podcast: Spotify Apple PodcastsFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
In this week's episode I sat down with Isaac Zablocki. Isaac is the Co-Founder and CEO of the ReelAbilities Film Festival, a disability film festival that has developed into a leading independent nonprofit and the premiere global exhibitor of disability-focused cinema. We discuss the beginnings of ReelAbilities and its continued, evolving success, the importance of building community through the watching of films, what we can expect to see and experience at this year's festival and much, much more.This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC. Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Learn More About The 2026 ReelAbilities Film Festival: https://reelabilities.org/newyorkFollow ReelAbilities: Instagram: @reelabilitiesny TikTok: @reelabilitiesny YouTube: ReelAbilities InternationalFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
In this week's episode of Always Looking Up I sat down with Zach Miller. Zach is a 2x World Champion, 2x Paralympian and 2023 ESPY winner for Best Athlete with a Disability. When he isn't snowboarding, you can find him riding his motorcycle, driving his Supra, or hopping online for some gaming with friends. We discuss how he discovered para snowboarding, the road to Milan and competing at the 2026 Paralympics, being a member of one team, Team USA and much, much more.This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC. Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Follow Zach: Instagram: @themountainmillerWatch Nothing To Hide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AyT77hwvY7EFollow Culxtured: Instagram: @culxtured TikTok: @culxtured_ Website: https://culxtured.comFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
Food insecurity, hunger, food justice, and access to nutritious food are critical issues impacting millions—and the solutions may be closer than we think.In this compelling episode of Women Road Warriors with Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro, we speak with Jenique Jones, Executive Director of WhyHunger, about solving hunger through sustainable, community-driven solutions and why hunger is not inevitable.Jenique's passion is rooted in lived experience. Growing up in Harlem during the crack epidemic, raised by her grandmother, she witnessed how broken systems prevent access to basic necessities like healthy, nutritious food. That experience shaped her lifelong mission to fight hunger, strengthen communities, and advance food justice.Her career includes public service with the New York State Senate, building community partnerships in education, and more than a decade at City Harvest, where she led efforts through major growth, technological innovation, and crises including Hurricane Sandy and the COVID-19 pandemic.Today, Jenique leads WhyHunger, the global nonprofit founded in 1975 by musician Harry Chapin and radio host Bill Ayres, grounded in the belief that access to nutritious food is a fundamental human right. She is expanding the organization's visibility, partnerships, and funding to drive long-term, sustainable solutions to hunger worldwide.Through initiatives like the award-winning Plentiful app, corporate and donor partnerships, and investments in sustainable agriculture, WhyHunger is addressing the root causes of hunger. In the past three years alone, the organization has connected more than 3.5 million people to nutritious local food and invested nearly $7 million globally to support community-led solutions that empower people to feed themselves.This episode also highlights a major gap: many food assistance programs are not aligned with the true cost of living, leaving countless individuals and families food insecure. Jenique emphasizes that those most impacted must be part of the conversation—and part of the solution.If you're interested in hunger relief, food insecurity solutions, community empowerment, and sustainable food systems, this episode delivers insight, inspiration, and actionable awareness.
In this week's episode I sat down with Anna Johannes. Anna is a 2012 Paralympic bronze medalist and a seasoned strategist dedicated to redefining the intersection of sport and disability. After transitioning from elite swimming to the corporate world for the past decade, she has now launched her own consultancy, On the One Hand, and currently serves as a Partner and Co-founder at Culxtured, a media collective redefining Paralympic storytelling.We discussed the Milan 2026 Paralympic Games, from the athletes to the competition to the media coverage, and much, much more. This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC. Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Follow Anna: Instagram: @Anna_f_johannes Follow Culxtured: Instagram: @culxtured TikTok: @culxtured_ Website: https://culxtured.comFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
In this week's episode I sat down with Andrea Dalzell. Andrea, known as “The Seated Nurse”—is a New York City nurse leader, disability advocate, and wheelchair user redefining what inclusive healthcare looks like. Through storytelling, consulting, and keynote speaking, she equips institutions to move from empathy to action in disability inclusion. We discuss her journey towards becoming a nurse, what it means to truly listen to your patients and much, much more.This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC. Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Follow Andrea: Instagram: @theseatednurse TikTok: @andreadalzell Website: https://www.theseatednurse.comFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
In the latest episode of 50 Shades of Green, we talk with Jilly Stephens, CEO of City Harvest, New York City's first and largest food rescue and food distribution organization.We dive into how food rescue, food waste diversion, and sustainable supply chain practices come together at City Harvest, from farm and production to procurement, logistics, and last‑mile delivery. Their work keeps millions of pounds of nutritious food out of landfills and redirects it to New Yorkers who need it most, while also preventing thousands of tons of carbon emissions.If you're interested in sustainability, climate solutions, food systems, or NYC community impact, this episode is for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this week's episode I sat down with Syanne Bloom and Jillian Mercado. Syanne is an Afro-Indigenous disabled activist and political commentator who examines the intersection of politics, media, and representation. Her work exposes how industries like fashion often reflect the same systemic inequities seen in government and society. Jillian is an actress, model, and activist who has become a prominent figure in the fashion world, challenging beauty ideals, and re-defining traditional norms in the fashion industry. We discuss Bad Bunny's halftime concert and the power of representation and storytelling, the fashion industry and its current lack of disability inclusion and much, much more.This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC. Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Follow Syanne: Instagram: @syannebloom TikTok: @syannebloomFollow Jillian: Instagram: @jillianmercado TikTok: @thejillianmercado Follow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
In this week's episode I sat down with Cara Elizabeth Yar Khan. Cara is a visionary international disability rights advocate whose career has spanned humanitarian action, diplomacy, entrepreneurship, and storytelling. She is also a filmmaker and a passionate force for inclusion in the arts and media, most recently participating, owning and producing the short documentary film, Facing the Falls.We discuss her incredible career as an activist, the power and impact in seeing disabled people doing humanitarian work, why representation truly matters and much, much more.This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC.Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Follow Cara: Instagram: @cara_yarkhan LinkedIn: Cara Yar Khan Website: https://carayarkhan.comWatch "Facing The Falls": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aMa86VBidKE&t=1sWatch Cara's TED Talk, "The beautiful balance between courage and fear": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bHgfcA6Vy24Follow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
In this week's episode I sat down with Cara Reedy and Rebecca Cokley. Cara is a journalist, filmmaker and a sometimes actor/comedian. She is the founder and Executive Director of the Disabled Journalists Association where we are working to make a more equitable industry for Disabled Journalists. Rebecca Cokley is a second generation civil rights activist raising a third. She is a political consultant, philanthropist, writer, and producer and is working on her first book. We discuss the current state of disability from both a policy and media perspective, what disability issues and stories we should all be paying attention to and much, much more. For context, this conversation was recorded on January 30, 2026. This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC.Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Learn More About the Texas v Kennedy Case: https://dredf.org/texas-and-eight-other-states-renew-attack-on-section-504-and-the-right-of-disabled-people-to-live-in-their-communities/Follow Disabled Journalists Association: Instagram: @disabledjournalists Website: https://discojourno.comFollow Rebecca Cokley: LinkedIn: Rebecca CokleyFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
In this week's episode I sat down with Lachi. Lachi is a world touring recording artist, award winning music executive, Disability Culture champion, host of PBS series Renegades, Recording Academy National Trustee, and producer of a GRAMMY-Nominated album. Born legally blind, Lachi created the U.N.-recognized organization RAMPD (Recording Artists and Music Professionals with Disabilities), a consultancy group, collaborating on disability-inclusive solutions with the likes of Netflix, Live Nation and more, while bringing opportunities to its growing global network of professionals with disabilities. We discuss her newly released book I Identify As Blind, out today, and the stories and conversations that have filled its pages, who this book is for and what she hopes her readers take from it, celebrating the disability community and the people in it past, present and future and much, much more.This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC.Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Follow Lachi: Instagram: @lachimusic YouTube: Lachi Website: https://www.lachimusic.com/index.html Follow RAMPD: Instagram: @rampd_up Website: https://rampd.org/ Buy I Identify As Blind: https://lachimusic.com/i-identify-as-blind.htmlShop Glam Caneshttps://www.instagram.com/reel/DToHjpeEjbV/Follow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
In this week's episode I sat down with Daniel Durant and Britt Stewart. Daniel is a Deaf actor on stage and screen. He is best known for his starring role as Leo Rossi in CODA, a film that garnered three Oscar Awards, including the top prize of Best Picture. He also starred in Deaf West's productions of Spring Awakening and Green Day's American Idiot and made it to the semifinals of Dancing With The Stars alongside his then dance partner, now wife, Britt Stewart. His ongoing work also includes co-leading acting workshops for Deaf students and interpreting in schools, serving as an acting teacher and coach for Deaf film camps as well as national speaking engagements for colleges and universities. Britt is a professional dancer, choreographer, and creative leader whose career blends artistry, impact and authenticity in the entertainment industry. Best known as a Pro dancer on Dancing With The Stars, she made history as the first Black female professional dancer on the show and has since made an impact with her presence. She uses her platform to inspire balance, self growth and connection. As president of non-profit organization, Share The Movement, she champions access, education and representation in dance.We discuss what Deaf representation looked like for Daniel growing up and why he decided to become an actor, Britt's dance journey that led her to the Dancing With The Star's ballroom, how they are both working to make their respective spaces in the entertainment industry more inclusive, their relationship and how they have made their world and their home more accessible and much, much more.For this conversation we were joined by ASL interpreter Justin Maurer.This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC.Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUpFollow Daniel: Instagram: @danielndurant TikTok: @danielndurant YouTube: Daniel N. DurantFollow Britt: Instagram: @brittbenae TikTok: @brittbenae Website: https://www.brittbenaestewart.comFollow The DWTS Tour: Instagram: @dwtstourofficial TikTok: @dwtstourofficial Website: https://dwtstour.comFollow Share The Movement: Instagram: @sharethemovementnow Website: https://sharethemovementnow.orgFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornalerosRelief For Disabled People Impacted By The Los Angeles Fires:Richard Devylder Disaster Relief Fund: https://disabilitydisasteraccess.org/rd-relief-fund/United Spinal Disaster Relief Grant: https://unitedspinal.org/disaster-relief-grant/Inevitable Foundation Emergency Relief Fund: https://www.inevitable.foundation/erf
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In this week's episode I sat down with Austin Halls. Austin is a singer, storyteller, and motivational figure born with Moebius Syndrome, using music, fashion, and psychology to redefine self-expression and visibility. He's the first person with Moebius Syndrome to walk New York Fashion Week and creates empowering dance-pop that turns disability into celebration. We discuss the healing and expressive power of music, leaning into authenticity the beauty of advocacy, how living in New York City has made the impossible possible and much, much more.This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin.All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC.Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUpFollow Austin: Instagram: @theaustinhalls TikTok: @austinhalls Spotify: Austin Halls YouTube: @AustinHalls Website: https://www.austinhalls.comFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornalerosRelief For Disabled People Impacted By The Los Angeles Fires:Richard Devylder Disaster Relief Fund: https://disabilitydisasteraccess.org/rd-relief-fund/United Spinal Disaster Relief Grant: https://unitedspinal.org/disaster-relief-grant/Inevitable Foundation Emergency Relief Fund: https://www.inevitable.foundation/erf
In this week's episode I sat down with Ezra Frech. Ezra is a 20 year-old 2x Paralympian from Los Angeles who competes in the T63 100M, Long Jump, and High Jump. He recently won gold in both the 100M and High Jump, and placed 5th in Long Jump at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. He is an accomplished athlete, advocate, model, motivational speaker, and 2024 and 2025 ESPY Nominee whose goal is to normalize disability on a global scale by elevating the Paralympic Movement.We discuss his journey to the starting line in Paris, how the Paralympics have changed perceptions of disability, those moments in life where you know you your life is about to change, the realities of traveling while disabled and his work with Ottobock's Invisible Class campaign and much, much more.This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin.All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC.Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUpFollow Ezra: Instagram: @ezrafrech TikTok: @ezrafrechLearn More About Ottobock and The "Invisible Class" Campaign Follow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornalerosRelief For Disabled People Impacted By The Los Angeles Fires:Richard Devylder Disaster Relief Fund: https://disabilitydisasteraccess.org/rd-relief-fund/United Spinal Disaster Relief Grant: https://unitedspinal.org/disaster-relief-grant/Inevitable Foundation Emergency Relief Fund: https://www.inevitable.foundation/erf
In this week's episode I sat down with Niamh Ni Hoireabhaird. Niamh is a disability journalist from Ireland. Having been featured in publications like the Guardian, HuffPost, the Journal, the Irish Independent and the Women's Media Center, Niamh's work seeks to highlight and raise awareness of national and international disability issues.. We discuss disability as a practice, society not wanting disabled people to take up space, and our refusal to listen, becoming a journalist and writing stories for everyone through a disabled lens and much, much more.This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin.All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC.Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUpFollow Niamh: Instagram: @niamhnih TikTok: @niamhnih Muckrack: https://muckrack.com/niamh-ni-hoireabhairdFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornalerosRelief For Disabled People Impacted By The Los Angeles Fires:Richard Devylder Disaster Relief Fund: https://disabilitydisasteraccess.org/rd-relief-fund/United Spinal Disaster Relief Grant: https://unitedspinal.org/disaster-relief-grant/Inevitable Foundation Emergency Relief Fund: https://www.inevitable.foundation/erf
We spoke with Michele Morcey about how Brass City Harvest works with Connecticut farmers to provide fresh, locally grown food to Waterbury residents and those in surrounding towns.
In this week's episode I sat down with Tori Calamito. Tori, Oz historian and content creator, is a life-long Oz fan who has been collecting Oz memorabilia for 28 years and has been posting about Oz online for 20 years. Tori is a multi-platform content creator and a trusted source for all things Oz. “The Oz Vlog” has helped connect fans and collectors around the world through the wonders of social media. We discuss disability in The Land Of Oz and Wicked: For Good, the parallels between Oz and the real world, what defines a Munchkin and who is, or isn't, one, and much, much more. This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin.All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC.Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUpFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornalerosRelief For Disabled People Impacted By The Los Angeles Fires:Richard Devylder Disaster Relief Fund: https://disabilitydisasteraccess.org/rd-relief-fund/United Spinal Disaster Relief Grant: https://unitedspinal.org/disaster-relief-grant/Inevitable Foundation Emergency Relief Fund: https://www.inevitable.foundation/erf
Jake Cohen is a two-time bestselling cookbook author, culinary content creator, and unapologetic dinner party enthusiast. In this episode, he shares how a childhood curiosity for hosting dinner parties and Shabbat dinners became a lifelong passion for bringing people together around the table. From CIA to food media, Jake opens up about his path through fine dining, his strategic career shifts, and the intentionality behind every step of his new book Dinner Party Animal. He talks about building a life and career rooted in intention, creativity, and joy. He also opens up about how he gives back to his community through his work with OneTable and City Harvest, two organizations that reflect his belief in the power of food to bring people together. Enjoy this episode as we go Beyond the Plate… with Jake Cohen.This episode is brought to you by Fords Gin - the cocktail gin.(You'll find the drink recipe heard in this episode below.)This episode is brought to you by Siete Foods. Follow Beyond the Plate on Facebook.Follow Kappy on Instagram and X.Find Beyond the Plate on all major podcast platforms. www.beyondtheplatepodcast.com www.onkappysplate.com ***The Chosen MartiniRecipe courtesy of Anna Mains.Batched in a 750ML Fords Gin bottle - makes approximately 6-7 martinis15 parts Fords Gin 5 parts Dry Vermouth3 parts filtered pickle brine* 2 parts filtered water Dill cornichons, garnishCocktail Onions, garnishCaper Berries, garnishSet aside 10oz. of gin into a mixing glass (or deli quart container) - make yourself a cocktail to enjoy while your martinis are chilling, or save for later. Add dry vermouth, pickle brine and water into the Fords Gin bottle, put the cap back on the bottle, give it a few shakes, and put it in the freezer to chill (ideally overnight). When the bottle is visibly frozen, pour the batched cocktail into a COLD ‘nick & nora' glass or a coupe glass, and garnish with speared cornichon, cocktail onion, and caper berry. *I prefer a classic kosher dill brine, but I'm not your Jewish mother- I...
In this week's episode it is just me and the microphone. With the chapter that was the year 2025 coming to an end, and 2026 just around the corner, I wanted to take a moment to unpack and reflect. I went into this year with plans and expectations that quickly and quite often had to be altered, in both good ways and bad. And those experiences have made an impact on my body, physically, mentally, emotionally, and have both enabled and empowered me to redefine what it means, for me, to be a little person, a person with dwarfism, in an average-height world.All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC.Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornalerosRelief For Disabled People Impacted By The Los Angeles Fires:Richard Devylder Disaster Relief Fund: https://disabilitydisasteraccess.org/rd-relief-fund/United Spinal Disaster Relief Grant: https://unitedspinal.org/disaster-relief-grant/Inevitable Foundation Emergency Relief Fund: https://www.inevitable.foundation/erf
John talks about the many ways Trump is raking in big cash despite the Emoluments Clauses which are two provisions in the Constitution designed to prevent corruption by federal officials from foreign and domestic sources. Then, he welcomes back Rev. Barry Lynn to discuss the intersection of religion and current politics. And then, on the eve of Thanksgiving, John speaks with Jenique Jones who is WhyHunger's Executive Director. She makes sure its policies, culture and practices best fulfill WhyHunger's mission to end hunger and ensure everyone's basic human right to nutritious food. With a diverse background working in government and nonprofits, spanning the New York State Senate, the NYC Department of Education, and City Harvest, Jenique has been steadfast in her mission to improve the lives of marginalized and underserved populations and make a difference in the world.About WhyHunger's Hungerthon:2025 marks WhyHunger's 40th Hungerthon. Each year, we bring together thousands of supporters across the U.S. with listeners at SiriusXM and artists like Bruce Springsteen, Yoko Ono Lennon and SAINt JHN who believe in our shared vision of a hunger-free future!Hunger in America is surging. 47 million people – including 14 million children – don't get enough to eat. That's a staggering number in the world's wealthiest nation, and this crisis isn't slowing down.With devastating recent federal cuts threatening to strip food assistance from 22.3 million families, and 42 million SNAP recipients reeling from the Government shutdown, support for WhyHunger's Hungerthon has never been more critical.A Hungerthon donation has a powerful dual impact—delivering immediate nourishment to those in need and powering community solutions that work, long-term. A hunger-free tomorrow starts with all of us, today.Listeners can take action at siriusxm.com/hungerthon:Make a donation to help end hunger and its root causes. Bid on our exclusive celebrity auction items from SiriusXM like meeting Carrie Underwood, being a guest DJ, watching the Jets vs. Patriots from a VIP suite, winning Phish concert tickets, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this week's episode I sat down with Hillary Wool. Hillary is a disabled business strategist, model, and advocate reshaping how we think about ambition, style, and wellness for chronically ill and disabled women. As a partner at Boston Consulting Group, she led global research on the disabled workforce experience, which was covered in outlets including The New York Times and Forbes. She has also modeled in national campaigns with Target and Marshalls. Online, she shares her disability journey living with ankylosing spondylitis and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, including intentional style and adaptive fitness. We discuss being a disabled woman at the intersection of style and advocacy, good girl grief, navigating between what's right with our bodies and what's right for our careers and much, much more.All proceeds from purchasing this episode on my Patreon will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC. Join The Patreon: HEREFollow Hillary: Instagram: @hilla_rose TikTok: @hilla_roseFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphAll episodes are edited and produced by Ben Curwin.Support Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornalerosRelief For Disabled People Impacted By The Los Angeles Fires:Richard Devylder Disaster Relief Fund: https://disabilitydisasteraccess.org/rd-relief-fund/United Spinal Disaster Relief Grant: https://unitedspinal.org/disaster-relief-grant/Inevitable Foundation Emergency Relief Fund: https://www.inevitable.foundation/erf
In this episode of Supply Chain Decoded, Jenni sits down with longtime friend and former Transfixer, Jack Pendergast, now Associate Director of Logistics at City Harvest, New York City's first and largest food rescue organization. Together, they trace Jack's journey from brokerages and fine art freight to purpose-driven logistics—moving millions of pounds of food and essentials to New Yorkers who need it most. Jack pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to keep a city fed: timing deliveries to food pantries with limited storage, navigating NYC traffic with a veteran union driver fleet, and managing peak season as holiday demand, marathons, and food drives all collide. He also shares how City Harvest is responding in real time to crises like government shutdowns—getting fresh food to military families, TSA workers, and other federal employees missing paychecks. They dive into why people, not just KPIs and tech, are the real backbone of any supply chain—from drivers and warehouse teams to community partners—and how City Harvest is thoughtfully modernizing its tech stack without losing sight of its mission: rescuing food that would otherwise go to waste and getting it into the hands of New Yorkers for free. Listen in to hear: • How Jack's brokerage background prepared him for nonprofit logistics • What makes food rescue and produce logistics uniquely challenging • Why relationships with drivers and community partners make or break operations • Simple ways you (and your company) can support City Harvest this season Plus, learn how you can get involved in giving back during this holiday season. -- Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Transfix, Inc. or any parent companies or affiliates or the companies with which the participants are affiliated, and may have been previously disseminated by them. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are based upon information considered reliable, but neither Transfix, Inc. nor its affiliates, nor the companies with which such participants are affiliated, warrant its completeness or accuracy, and it should not be relied upon as such. All such views and opinions are subject to change.
In this week's episode of Always Looking Up I sat down with Lindi Marcusen. Lindi is a Paralympic sprinter and long jumper whose journey began after surviving a catastrophic accident in 2017 that resulted in the loss of her right leg and a traumatic brain injury. A former high-level gymnast, Lindi turned to adaptive sports during her recovery, finding purpose and power through competition. Now a 5x national champion and 100 meter American record holder, she represented the USA in the 2024 Paris Paralympics, proving that resilience and determination can redefine what's possible. We discuss her Paralympic journey that started with learning to walk again, traveling while disabled, the structural and societal barriers that are put in place, and how she is working to dismantle them and much, much more. All proceeds from purchasing this episode on my Patreon will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC. Join The Patreon: HEREFollow Lindi: Instagram: @lindi.marcusen TikTok: @lindimarcusenLearn More About Ottobock and The "Invisible Class" Campaign Follow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphAll episodes are edited and produced by Ben Curwin.Support Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornalerosRelief For Disabled People Impacted By The Los Angeles Fires:Richard Devylder Disaster Relief Fund: https://disabilitydisasteraccess.org/rd-relief-fund/United Spinal Disaster Relief Grant: https://unitedspinal.org/disaster-relief-grant/Inevitable Foundation Emergency Relief Fund: https://www.inevitable.foundation/erf
In this week's episode I sat down with Selene Luna. Selene is an actress and producer hailed by The New York Times as “a polished spitfire.” A magnetic live performer, she's toured extensively alongside Margaret Cho and Dita Von Teese. We discuss the mask people with dwarfism are often forced to wear, the moment in her career where she was able to take the mask off, creating a character such as Soledad on Mayans M.C. and much, much more.All proceeds from purchasing this episode on my Patreon will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC. Join The Patreon: HEREFollow Selene: Instagram: @selene_luna Website: https://seleneluna.comFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornalerosRelief For Disabled People Impacted By The Los Angeles Fires:Richard Devylder Disaster Relief Fund: https://disabilitydisasteraccess.org/rd-relief-fund/United Spinal Disaster Relief Grant: https://unitedspinal.org/disaster-relief-grant/Inevitable Foundation Emergency Relief Fund: https://www.inevitable.foundation/erf
In this week's episode I sat down with Caity. Caity is the founder of her own fashion brand where she repurposes thrifted garments and enhances them with her signature free-motion embroidery. Her work is best described as wearable art, incorporating appliqué and embroidery featuring nature-inspired and character-driven motifs. We discuss her being a designer with dwarfism in the fashion industry and how she is making space for her, what the industry is missing when it comes to designing for little people's bodies, creating without perceived limits and much, much more.All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC.Join The Patreon: HEREFollow Caity: Instagram: @ca8ty TikTok: @ca8ty Website: https://www.ca8tydesigns.comFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornalerosRelief For Disabled People Impacted By The Los Angeles Fires:Richard Devylder Disaster Relief Fund: https://disabilitydisasteraccess.org/rd-relief-fund/United Spinal Disaster Relief Grant: https://unitedspinal.org/disaster-relief-grant/Inevitable Foundation Emergency Relief Fund: https://www.inevitable.foundation/erf
In this episode, Samuel Goldsmith sits down with renowned chef, broadcaster, and food writer Judy Joo. Dive into a lively conversation spanning Judy's incredible knowledge of Korean food, her new book on quick Korean recipes, challenges in male-dominated kitchens, and her fascinating life working on Wall Street. Discover the unique blend of Korean, American, and French influences that shape her cooking, and enjoy anecdotes about her early life, professional challenges, and culinary triumphs.Judy Joo is a Korean-American, French-trained chef, restaurateur, and TV personality based in London and New York. Known for her expertise in Korean cuisine and pastry, she is also an Iron Chef UK and owner of Seoul Bird, with locations in London, Edinburgh, Las Vegas, and New York. Judy's global culinary influence has been featured in The New York Times, Food & Wine, Condé Nast Traveler, and more. She's appeared on Today, Good Morning America, and The Talk, and is the author of three cookbooks. A Columbia University graduate in Industrial Engineering, she was the school's 2018 commencement speaker. Judy also serves on the Food Council for City Harvest in both New York and London and contributes regularly as a columnist to leading food publications.Subscribers to the Good Food app via App Store get access to the show ad-free, and with regular bonus content such as interviews recorded at the good food show. To get started, download the Good Food app today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Reducing food waste Please share your thoughts concerning controversies about the significance of telomere length
Why is my B6 so high when I only take a small amount of it?Can nocturia be associated with dehydration?Please weigh in on allulose. Is it too good to be true?My husband's hemoglobin is lower than his previous lab test. Is this a cause for concern?
Chanel Omari is an Israeli Colombian Jewish American stand up comedian, actress, writer, producer and the host of the popular comedic pop culture podcast; Chanel in the City on iHeart Radio & featured on the StrawHut Media Network. Omari is also a Jewish and Israeli American Human Activist. Omari has been doing stand up comedy for 10 years and has been running her own show, The All Star Comedy Show in honor of City Harvest (feeding the homeless) once a month to give back to the comedy and non profit communities. Omari has been featured on Bravo TV and Comedy Central, Entertainment Tonight and more! You might have seen Chanel Omari on the HIT TV SHOW; PRINCESSES: LONG ISLAND, which has been monumental in pop culture history of reality tv! Omari has written and produced for big names in the entertainment industry like Maury Povich, Anderson Copper, Lindsay Lohan, Barbara Walters & major networks like ABC, NBC & more! When it comes to stand up comedy, Omari says that it's her first love. Omari has opened up for big comedians in the comedy industry such as; Cedric the Entertainer, George Lopez, DL Hughley, Jessica Kirson and more! The All Star Comedy Show Description: Chanel in the City Podcast & CO PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS a night of All Star Comedy in honor of City Harvest (to end hunger in NYC and feed the homeless) with the hottest & hilarious comedians from MTV, Comedy Central, The Colbert Show, Bravo TV, Showtime & more! The night will be hosted once a month by Chanel in the City podcast on iHeart Radio's host, Chanel Omari, where her well known and famous comedian friends will perform stand up comedy & will have you laughing so hard, being entertained at one of the hottest clubs in the city, ST Marks Comedy Club. Chanel in the city podcast is a comedy and mental health podcast that targets millions of listeners and viewers and now her fans can join her and her comedian friends for a night of laughter at one of the most iconic & hottest comedy club venues in NYC. A portion of the proceeds will go towards City Harvest in feeding the homeless. We are giving back through laughter to end hunger in NYC! The comedy show is a great way to giving back and having a great night out! Chanel in the City Podcast Description: Chanel in the City Podcast is a mental health podcast with a comedic twist covering pop culture and celebrity news. Each week Omari has a variety of guests including; influencers, comedians and celebrities chatting about their darkest moment and how they overcame in the CITY. The celebrities also chat with Omari about their favorite places to go in the city to get away or eat great food (getting to know more of the celebrity on a personal level) and gives the audience a taste of the celebrity lifestyle. Chanel in the City podcast shares the 411 on the hottest restaurants, lifestyle brands and celebrity news in the big city. Chanel in the City targets millions of listeners on the iHeart Radio App & you can find it on Spotify and iTunes as well. Chanel in the City has featured Luann De Lesseps, Dorinda Medley, Kevin Bacon, Cedric the Entertainer and more! Chanel in the City Podcast is produced by Chanel Omari's independent production company; CO PRODUCTIONS. https://www.instagram.com/chanelomari/ https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-chanel-in-the-city-30927203/episode/jeremy-luke-chats-mob-cops-acting-275761030/?cmp=ios_share&sc=ios_social_share&pr=false&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAafRPSXDvYlar_WhzMovEiLX3ovHeOucpF52VdaspSLmxocNTUHNXYOkeXabNQ_aem_sLZsrp7gQcVanoHqEvV7vA https://www.instagram.com/chanelinthecitypodcast/
On this week's episode host Caryn Antonini is joined by Chef Ashfer Biju, Executive Chef at the award-winning Baccarat Hotel in New York, who oversees all food and beverage operations at the property. Chef Ashfer brings more than 25 years of culinary experience, beginning in his home country of India and throughout various parts around the globe from the Seychelles to Mauritius to London, California and NY. Chef Ashfer studied hospitality and earned a degree at the Culinary Institute of America in Napa, California. He has held leadership positions in top-tier hospitality establishments, including Taj Hotels and Resorts and their NY location at The Pierre Hotel where he worked for 12 years as Executive Chef and Food and Beverage Director. Ashfer is a supporter of the James Beard Foundation, City Harvest and Careers Through Culinary Arts Program, he's an avid photographer and a self proclaimed “crafter of perishable art”.For more information on our guest:@ashferbijuHomepagebaccarathotels.com | Caryn Antoniniwww.cultivatedbycaryn.com@carynantonini@cultivatedbycarynshow###Get great recipes from Caryn at https://carynantonini.com/recipes/
Dominique Ansel is the pastry mastermind who was named the World's Best Pastry Chef in 2017 by the World's 50 Best Restaurants awards, and is widely celebrated for his creation of the Cronut®. Dominique shares his journey from a small-town in France to revolutionizing the pastry world in New York City and beyond. We learn the story behind the Cronut's viral success, his commitment to quality over mass production, and the life lessons he's learned through his culinary adventures. Dominique shares a glimpse into the magic behind his iconic creations and the memories they evoke for his customers- and introduces us to his latest cookbook, Life's Sweetest Moments: Simple, Stunning Recipes and Their Heartwarming Stories. He also reflects on his dedication to teaching and giving back, including his inspiring work with City Harvest to fight hunger. Enjoy this episode as we go Beyond the Plate… with Chef Dominique Ansel.This episode is brought to you by PepsiCo Foods.This episode is brought to you by Fords Gin, a gin created to cocktail. (recipe heard in episode is below)Follow Beyond the Plate on Facebook and X.Follow Kappy on Instagram and X.Find Beyond the Plate on all major podcast platforms. www.beyondtheplatepodcast.com www.onkappysplate.com***The Chocolate Chip Cookie SipRecipe courtesy of Joe BrookeMakes 1 cocktail1.5 parts Fords Gin1 part sugar cookie washed heavy cream (blended together and fine-strained)0.5 part crème de cacao0.5 part vanilla syrupGrated nutmeg, to garnish 1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add all of the ingredients. Shake and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. 2. Grate fresh nutmeg over the top to garnish.
Drew Nieporent is one of the most accomplished and influential restaurateurs of our time. He is the founder of Myriad Restaurant Group and co-founder of Nobu Restaurants with actor and producer Robert De Niro. In this episode, we dive deep into Drew's philosophy on hospitality, his reflections on business principles, and his personal challenges, including surviving a stroke and cancer. He opens up about his forthcoming memoir, his 34-year partnership with De Niro, and what keeps him inspired after decades in the business. Drew's deep commitment to philanthropy shines through as he discusses his involvement with Citymeals on Wheels, Garden of Dreams Foundation and City Harvest. Enjoy this episode as we go Beyond the Plate… with Drew Nieporent.This episode is brought to you by Kikkoman.This episode is brought to you by Martin's Famous Potato Rolls.Follow Beyond the Plate on Facebook and X.Follow Kappy on Instagram and X.Find Beyond the Plate on all major podcast platforms. www.beyondtheplatepodcast.com www.onkappysplate.com
Corey & Cori broadcast from the Boyne City Harvest Festival.
ITS HERE! Its time for Reece and Tanner to give their preview for one of the best Silver Dollar City Festivals - the Harvest Fest! Holy Pumpkin Spice batman. (Apologies for Tanner's blown out audio at times - his 1 year old got ahold of his recording equipment...:D)
This is the 4PM All Local for Wednesday, August 21st, 2024.
Adam Cox is joined by Sarah Calcutt from City Harvest London. Sarah discusses the latest Nourish To Flourish reported conducted by the food charity. She also talks about how food can boost mental, physical and community health. https://cityharvest.org.uk/
Adam Cox is joined by Sarah Calcutt from City Harvest. Adam and Lara discuss the large number of issues surrounding food waste. Lara tells us some shocking stats, one of what states that if food waste was a country, it would be the third largest emitter of greenhouse gases in the world. https://cityharvest.org.uk/
Carlos Rodriguez, chief policy and operations officer for City Harvest, talks about food insecurity in New York City, and why despite it being a year-round problem, it can be particularly stressful for families around major holidays; plus what policies City Harvest advocates for that they say would help.
Sam Morril: What Did You Do? My Act.(Recorded October 2022) Sam Morril tells well-crafted jokes but sometimes they make people angry. Sam is known for dealing with provocative subject matter but he doesn't consider himself a provocative comedian. He and Mike dissect the difference. Then, on the heels of Sam's new hit Netflix special “Same Time Tomorrow,” the two comics pollinate the seeds of new jokes about mink coats, resistance coffee shops, disappointing your religious relatives, and why Elon Musk has eight kids.Please consider donating to City Harvest
Larry Forgione is considered “the godfather” of American cuisine and is largely responsible for changing the way Americans eat, beginning the entire “Farm-to-Table” movement. Marc Forgione is the acclaimed chef and owner of NYC restaurants Peasant, Restaurant Marc Forgione, and One Fifth. He is the youngest American born chef to ever receive a Michelin star and also the winner of “Iron Chef” Season 3.In this episode, we discuss:What it was like being Larry Forgione's son as a young cook in the early 2000'sThe moment Marc knew he was ready to open his own restaurantHow Larry came to coin the term “free-range” Advice for other “duos” + more!The Forgiones are incredibly philanthropic. Larry is co-founder of NYC Citymeals on Wheels Chefs' Tribute event, and Marc works with organizations such as Cookies For Kids' Cancer and City Harvest. Enjoy this episode as we go Beyond the Plate… with Chefs Larry and Marc Forgione.This season is brought to you by Fords Gin, a gin created to cocktail.Check out our #BtPlatePodcast Merch at www.BeyondthePlateMerch.com Follow Beyond the Plate on Facebook and TwitterFollow Kappy on Instagram and Twitter
Mike welcomes to the podcast his longtime creative collaborator, the director and actor Seth Barrish. Seth directed all five of Mike's solo shows but that's just one part of his varied career. Seth discusses his early days as a pianist at The Comedy Store, working with actors like Anne Hathaway, and what it's like being a “that guy!” actor himself, including two different roles on two different seasons of The Sopranos. Seth and Mike go deep on acting process, how to deal with rage-aholics, and Seth's near-death experience in Africa.Please consider donating to City Harvest
Sam Morril tells well-crafted jokes but sometimes they make people angry. Sam is known for dealing with provocative subject matter but he doesn't consider himself a provocative comedian. He and Mike dissect the difference. Then, on the heels of Sam's new hit Netflix special “Same Time Tomorrow,” the two comics pollinate the seeds of new jokes about mink coats, resistance coffee shops, disappointing your religious relatives, and why Elon Musk has eight kids.Please consider donating to City Harvest
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