Podcasts about rockland county

On the September, 2025 episode of "Crossroads of Rockland History" host Clare Sheridan will welcome County Historian Craig Long and two members of the Tappantown Historical Society: Carol LaValle and Larry Vail.  They will all be on hand to discuss the  Historic Homes & Landmark Tour that will take place in Tappan on October 4, 2025. In 1965, the Orangetown Town Board adopted the map outlining the Tappan Historic Area. The tour will be a commemoration of this important milestone.The HSRC will present this Historic Homes & Landmarks Tour of Tappan in partnership with the Tappantown Historical Society. It will be a self-guided walking tour on which a number of houses and other significant buildings within the Tappan Historic Area will be open to the public. The tour both promotes this Orangetown community and its historic importance to Rockland County and will announce events celebrating the 250th anniversary in 2026 of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.For more information about the tour, and a link to order tickets can be found at the HSRC website here:  https://www.rocklandhistory.org/2025-historic-homes---landmarks-tour--tappanCrossroads of Rockland History, a program of the Historical Society of Rockland County, starts streaming new episodes on the third Monday of each month at 10am. From October 2010 to May 2025, the program aired after the morning show on WRCR radio 1700 AM and www.WRCR.com. Join host Clare Sheridan as we explore, celebrate, and learn about our local history, with different topics and guest speakers every month. Our recorded broadcasts are also available for streaming on all major podcasts platforms and at our website. The Historical Society of Rockland County is a nonprofit educational institution and principal repository for original documents and artifacts relating to Rockland County. Its headquarters are a four-acre site featuring a history museum and the 1832 Jacob Blauvelt House in New City, New York. www.RocklandHistory.org

Grace in Rockland County, NY, called Mark to talk about how Lisa Cook should know you can't put down two primary residences when you have a home. Mike in Florida calls Mark to reminisce about game shows such as Match Game with Gene Rayburn.

Grace in Rockland County, NY, called Mark to talk about how Lisa Cook should know you can't put down two primary residences when you have a home. Mike in Florida calls Mark to reminisce about game shows such as Match Game with Gene Rayburn. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rabbi Myrna Matsa, BCC, D. Min., was ordained at the Jewish Theological Seminary and served as a congregational rabbi both as senior rabbi in a small southern congregation and as an assistant in a large mid-western synagogue.  She has earned a Doctor of Ministry degree which brings together psychology and theology, and she is also a Board Certified Chaplain.  She has worked in a variety of medical settings:  hospice, psychiatric hospital, cancer hospital, and nursing homes. As the world remembers Hurricane Katrina on its twentieth anniversary,   Rabbi Matsa comes on NeshamaCast to discuss her experience as Rabbinic Pastoral/Trauma Counselor for Hurricane Katrina Support in the New Orleans, Baton Rouge and the Biloxi/Gulfport Region.  She worked closely with leaders of the various faith communities, both Jewish and non-Jewish, and also lay people within the Gulf area providing them with direct pastoral services during reconstruction, serving as a Jewish referral resource, and interfacing with various mental health associations.  She was sent by the New York Board of Rabbis in partnership with The Jewish Federations of North America. Rabbi Matsa is now retired and resides in Los Angeles. She is a member of NAJC.Articles featuring Myrna Matsa during her community chaplaincy in the Gulf Region:Congregation Beth Israel Moves Into Synagogue, WLOX, May 29, 2009Oil Gushes, Trust Evaporates, Lilith Magazine, Sept. 3, 2010Rabbi Helps Other Clergy to Weather Their Storms, New Jersey Jewish News, Nov. 24, 2010 Rabbi Theodore M. Lichtenfeld is a hospice chaplain with the Visiting Nurse Association of New Jersey. He previously served as rabbi at Congregation Agudat Achim in Schenectady, NY, and at pulpits in New Orleans and New Jersey. Rabbi Lichtenfeld completed a residency in Clinical Pastoral Education at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center with New York Presbyterian Hospital during the coronavirus pandemic in New York City. He was ordained at the Jewish Theological Seminary in 2001, and also holds ordination from the Academy for Jewish Religion. Rabbi Lichtenfeld, a Philadelphia native, lives in Rockland County, NY, with his wife and three children.Articles about Rabbi Lichtenfeld's Hurricane Katrina experience:Katrina-depleted Jewish Community Begins High Holy Days with Heavy Heart, Religion News Service, Sept. 23, 2006Hurricane Katrina Oral History of Rabbi Ted Lichtenfeld in Jewish Women's Archive, August 21, 2007 Editor's Note: In order to enhance the listening experience, some of the host's questions to Rabbi Matsa were not asked in the live conversation and were added into the recording during the post-production process. ECB  About our host:Rabbi Edward Bernstein, BCC, is the producer and host of NeshamaCast. He serves as Chaplain at Boca Raton Regional Hospital of Baptist Health South Florida. He is a member of the Board of Neshama: Association of Jewish Chaplains. Prior to his chaplain career, he served as a pulpit rabbi in congregations in New Rochelle, NY; Beachwood, OH; and Boynton Beach, FL. He is also the host and producer of My Teacher Podcast: A Celebration of the People Who Shape Our Lives. NeshamaCast contributor Rabbi Katja Vehlow was ordained at the Jewish Theological Seminary and is Director of Jewish Life at Fordham University. She trained as a chaplain at Moses Maimonides Medical Center in New York. Previously, she served as Associate Professor of Religious Studies at University of South Carolina. A native German speaker, she is planning a forthcoming German-language podcast on the weekly Torah portion with a focus on pastoral care. NeshamaCast contributor Chaplain David Balto is a volunteer chaplain at Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C. and Western Correctional Insitution, Maryland's maximum security prison. He coordinated the annual National Bikur Cholim Conference. Support NeshamaCast and NAJC with a tax deductible donation to NAJC. Transcripts for this episode and other episodes of NeshamaCast are available at NeshamaCast.simplecast.com and are typically posted one week after an episode first airs. Theme Music is “A Niggun For Ki Anu Amecha,” written and performed by Reb-Cantor Lisa Levine. Please help others find the show by rating and reviewing the show on Apple Podcasts or other podcast providers. We welcome comments and suggestions for future programming at NeshamaCast@gmail.com. And be sure to follow NAJC on Facebook to learn more about Jewish spiritual care happening in our communities.

Would deter commuters from South Mountain Pass The Philipstown Town Board on Wednesday (Aug. 20) discussed installing gates at two spots on South Mountain Pass to deter commuters from using the road to bypass closures and congestion on the Goat Trail. Supervisor John Van Tassel said that gates could be installed at South Mountain Pass Spur and Putnam Ridge, creating a "dead section" of road that has no homes. The section would be cleared of snow after storms and emergency responders would have access to the gates, he said, adding that the road is also used as a bypass if Route 403 is closed. The idea is "very preliminary," said Van Tassel, and needs to be evaluated for its legality. Local engineer Badey & Watson is being tasked with staking out the town's right-of-way, and the U.S. Postal Service and Garrison school district still need to be consulted, he said. Although the gates would create a "safe environment," he acknowledged there would be "some inconvenience" for residents. "If you live somewhere near South Mountain Pass spur and you want to go to Route 9, it's going to take you a longer time to get there," said Van Tassel. "If you're on the other side, and you want to go to 9D, it's going to delay your trip." Theresa Orlandi, who lives off South Mountain Pass on Coppermine Road, predicted that her commute would increase by 15 minutes. She asked about options such as enforcing speed limits or installing speed humps. Van Tassel said that the town has asked the Putnam County Sheriff's Office to conduct enforcement on roads, but it is residents who are getting ticketed. The town considered adding speed humps to paving planned on the Route 9 end of the road, but they present problems for plows, he said. Orlandi said that "turning the road into one-way only for certain residents, that seems to be a completely unsatisfactory outcome. There's got to be something." Alex Cucchiarella, who commutes from South Mountain Pass to New York City each day, said it was hard to "wrap my head around the reality" of the gates. "The gate is a big issue if we can't get through," he said. "There are plenty of scenarios in this world where we can control the access, and I really ask you to look at that because it's a monumental lifestyle shift for all of us here." Russell Dushin suggested the gate be timed so that the road only closes when the Goat Trail closes, so "people would get the message." If South Mountain Pass were occasionally closed, "they wouldn't do what they do today," he said. Van Tassel said that delineating the town's right-of-way will also help identify where residents have "been encroaching" onto town property with fences and stonewalls, creating narrower sections of roadway. "Where people have encroached on it, we will be pushing back," he said. In other business… The board reappointed Brian Kenney as the part-time assessor for a six-year term that begins Oct. 1. Kenney is also the assessor for the Town of Orangetown in Rockland County. Susan Kenney was appointed the supervisor's clerk after what Van Tassel called a "brief retirement" from her job as the town's assistant budget officer. The board authorized the town court to apply for a grant of up to $30,000 from the state's Justice Court Assistance Program, which provides for expenses such as automation, technology, law books and training.

The August episode of "Crossroads of Rockland History" started streaming on Monday, August 18, 2025 at 10 am.On the August, 2025 episode of Crossroads, host Clare Sheridan welcomed Brad Conklin, chair of the Historical Society of the Palisades Interstate Park Region.Before the creation of the vast interstate park spanning New York and New Jersey, people lived and worked there in small villages and hamlets. The Historical Society of the Palisades Interstate Park Region (HS-PIPR) is a grassroots nonprofit organization that works to preserve and share the history of the people and places that were displaced as a result of the park.The HS-PIPR is located in the Tomkins Cove Public Library. 419 North Liberty Drive, Tomkins Cove, NY 10986. Its exhibits are open to the public on Saturdays, 1–4pm.Learn more about the HSPIPR through its Facebook group page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/697058125011131.On Saturday, September 6, 2025, the HS-PIPR will host a reunion of the hamlets that were once part of what is now Harriman State Park. The organization plans to share new bequests, including those from Joan Brooks's works, as well as the collection of Robert Wallace.On September 27, the HSRC will offer a guided hike to the Letchworth Reservoirs.  Visit www.RocklandHistory.org for info. The reading at the beginning of the episode was an excerpt from author Elizabeth "Perk" Stalter's book "Doodletown: Hiking Through History in a Vanished Hamlet on the Hudson."  ###Crossroads of Rockland History, a program of the Historical Society of Rockland County, starts streaming new episodes on the third Monday of each month at 10am. From October 2010 to May 2025, the program aired after the morning show on WRCR radio 1700 AM and www.WRCR.com. Join host Clare Sheridan as we explore, celebrate, and learn about our local history, with different topics and guest speakers every month. Our recorded broadcasts are also available for streaming on all major podcasts platforms and at our website. The Historical Society of Rockland County is a nonprofit educational institution and principal repository for original documents and artifacts relating to Rockland County. Its headquarters are a four-acre site featuring a history museum and the 1832 Jacob Blauvelt House in New City, New York. www.RocklandHistory.org

Join SU President, Gail Martin and guest Richard Hasselbach, pastor and SU-USA board member, as they discuss a new week's readings in John. You can subscribe to the daily Bible reading God, Encounter with God, via print, email or online at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.ScriptureUnion.orgFeatured Guest: Richard Hasselbach, SU Board member and pastorRichard Hasselbach is pastor of Clarkstown Reformed Church in West Nyack, New York. He has pastored churches in both New York and Florida. Rev. Hasselbach is a graduate of Siena College (B.A.) and holds a Master of Divinity degree (M.Div.) from the Washington Theological Union, and advanced degrees from both Boston College Law School (J.D.) and Fordham University (Ph.D.). Active in the Community, Rev. Hasselbach currently sits on the Clarkstown, NY Board of Ethics and serves on the board of Helping Hands Interfaith Coalition for the Homeless of Rockland County. He has taught at St. Bonaventure University and Mercy College. He is an animal lover and is owned by three dogs and a cat.

BT and Sal debated the extent of Aaron Boone's authority as manager, with Charles from Rockland County suggesting Boone is a "puppet on a ball" being controlled by the front office's analytics. Sal agreed there's a collaborative effort at play, but pushed back on the idea that Boone is a helpless victim. Instead, he believes Boone is a willing participant who has lost sight of how to balance an old-school baseball mentality with modern analytics, ultimately leading to a lack of accountability and poor on-field results. Both hosts agreed that Boone's public persona is a far cry from the fiery personality they know in private, and that his inability to get through to the players, whether by choice or by mandate, is a major problem for the team.

Ryan Kasak, sales arborist at Davey's Wickes/arborists, a Davey company, office, talks about a variety of summertime pests, as well as how homeowners can spot and get rid of them. In this episode we cover: Bagworms (00:48)Aphids (3:33)Crape myrtle trees in Rockland County, NY (5:24)Japanese beetles (6:06)Is a healthy tree not as prone to pests? (7:12)How do pests act when it's hot and dry? (8:13)Spider mites (8:46)Spotted lanternfly (11:07)How did Ryan become a sales arborist? (13:06)What can homeowners do to get rid of pests? (13:36)Lace bugs (14:53)Treatment application for large plants (15:57)How do arborists stay informed about pests and disease? (16:28)To find your local Davey office, check out our find a local office page to search by zip code.To read our insect and disease blogs to stay informed on the different pests that pose a threat to your landscape and garden, click here - Insect & Disease Issues Blogs.Connect with Davey Tree on social media:Twitter: @DaveyTreeFacebook: @DaveyTreeInstagram: @daveytreeYouTube: The Davey Tree Expert CompanyLinkedIn: The Davey Tree Expert Company Connect with Doug Oster at www.dougoster.com. Have topics you'd like us to cover on the podcast? Email us at podcasts@davey.com. We want to hear from you!Click here to send Talking Trees Fan Mail!

Dr. Nancy Parkes is an educational consultant, specializing in Social, Emotional, and Spiritual Learning (SESL) in Jewish education. She is currently working on an SESL toolkit for Jewish education and teaching an online SESL certificate program for Jewish educators. She is a founding member of SESL4Jewished, a collaborative for promoting holistic Jewish growth. Previously, she was Director of Congregational Learning at Temple Israel Center. She received her Ed.D from the William Davidson School at Jewish Theological Seminary and successfully defended her dissertation, entitled, “Obtaining a Heart of Wisdom: Social and Emotional Learning in the Congregational School Setting.”My path to becoming a Jewish educator started when my three children attended Jewish day school in Rockland County. I started to learn along with them and the more I learned, the more I wanted to know more. I enrolled in all kinds of Adult Education classes and eventually began my formal graduate studies in Jewish education at JTS in 2006. At that point, I completely switched gears in my career. I took advantage of all the learning that was offered, including a summer working at Ramah Day Camp in Nyack. That summer I witnessed enormous joy every day, and was convinced that joy was the salient way to connect kids to Judaism. It also became very clear how motivating emotions are when it comes to Jewish identity and practice.Want to be a guest on Book 101 Review? Send Daniel Lucas a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/17372807971394464fea5bae3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

House member says he will seek re-election Rep. Mike Lawler, a Republican whose House district includes Philipstown, said on Wednesday (July 23) that he has decided not to run for governor next year. Another prominent House Republican, Rep. Elise Stefanik, has been considering a campaign in 2026 against Gov. Kathy Hochul, a Democrat. She said in a statement Wednesday that she'll decide after the November election. Lawler, in his second term representing District 17 after defeating incumbent Sean Patrick Maloney in 2022 and Mondaire Jones in 2024, weighed his options as President Donald Trump and the Republican Party attempts to retain control of the House in next year's midterm elections. Lawler told "Fox and Friends" on Wednesday that running for reelection was "the right thing to do for me and my family and my district. Keeping the House majority is critical if we are going to continue to move this economy in the right direction." Lawler is one of few Republicans who won a seat in 2024 in a district that went to Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris. He is coming off a successful fight to raise the federal income tax deduction for state and local taxes, a significant pocketbook issue in New York state. The federal budget bill enacted by the president last month raised the cap to $40,000 for the next five years; it had been capped at $10,000 as part of Trump's first-term tax overhaul. Lawler held a series of sometimes raucous town halls this year at a time when Republicans were being advised to skip the forums that were drawing angry questions about Trump's agenda. The president endorsed Lawler in May, calling him "a strong champion and highly effective representative" in a post on his Truth Social platform. Hochul, a former lieutenant governor, assumed the governor's seat in 2021 after Andrew Cuomo resigned. She was elected in 2022. She also faces a challenge from her own lieutenant governor, Antonio Delgado. Seven Democratic candidates have launched campaigns to unseat Lawler, and Axios reported earlier this month that Maloney is contemplating a return. The candidates are: Peter Chatzky, a tech company founder and village trustee in Briarcliff Manor; Cait Conley, a 2007 West Point graduate from Orange County who is former director of counterterrorism for the National Security Council; Beth Davidson, a Rockland County legislator; Effie Phillips-Staley, a Tarrytown trustee who is a nonprofit executive; Jessica Reinmann, who founded the nonprofit 914Cares in Westchester County; Mike Sacks, a lawyer and former TV journalist from Westchester; and John Sullivan, a former FBI intelligence analyst who lives in Rockland County. In April, the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee said it would focus on 35 House districts held by Republicans nationally in 2026 in an attempt to regain control of the House. The only New York district on its list is Lawler's.

Clare Sheridan will be joined by theatrical historian Richard Skipper. A talented entertainer, Skipper captivates his audiences wherever he goes, blending theater history, personal reflections, songs, and memories. We'll discuss theater history; his upcoming performance at the Valley Cottage Library; and the role our public libraries play in the arts and in preserving the history of our communities. About Richard Skipper:  Richard Skipper is a multitalented and multi-award-winning vocalist, host, and raconteur.  He has had a long and varied career, from his native South Carolina to New York and beyond, in many aspects of show business. He was the associate producer of the 2010, 2012, and 2013 Bistro Awards, and has produced many cabaret shows and concerts. As a philanthropist, he raises funds for many worthwhile causes.Richard Skipper's upcoming local performance will be held at the Valley Cottage Library on August 14, 2025 at 7pm.It's a one-of-a-kind, unscripted evening shaped entirely by questions from the audience. Richard Skipper blends personal stories, theatrical history, music, and spontaneity to create a joyful, interactive experience that's never the same twice. With Musical Director Dan Pardo and direction by James Beaman, this show invites audiences into a dynamic celebration of truth, legacy, and connection.Advance registration required.  Click here to register:  https://valleycottage.librarycalendar.com/event/everything-you-always-wanted-know-about-richard-skipper-20384Skipper's website about the history of Hello Dolly can be found here:  https://www.callondolly.com/_________________________________________New episodes of the "Crossroads of Rockland History" podcast, a program of the Historical Society of Rockland County, premier at www.RocklandHistory.org on the third Monday of each month.  Join host Clare Sheridan as we explore, celebrate, and learn about our local history, with different topics and guest speakers. Our recorded broadcasts are also available for streaming on all major podcasts platforms. The Historical Society of Rockland County is a nonprofit educational institution and principal repository for original documents and artifacts relating to Rockland County. Its headquarters are a four-acre site featuring a history museum and the 1832 Jacob Blauvelt House in New City, New York. www.RocklandHistory.orgCrossroads of Rockland History, a program of the Historical Society of Rockland County, airs on the third Monday of each month at 9:30 am, right after the morning show on WRCR radio 1700 AM and www.WRCR.com. Join host Clare Sheridan as we explore, celebrate, and learn about our local history, with different topics and guest speakers every month. Our recorded broadcasts are also available for streaming on all major podcasts platforms and at our website. The Historical Society of Rockland County is a nonprofit educational institution and principal repository for original documents and artifacts relating to Rockland County. Its headquarters are a four-acre site featuring a history museum and the 1832 Jacob Blauvelt House in New City, New York. www.RocklandHistory.org

The Cadieux House has a dark past: in 1955, it was the site of the never-solved murder of its owner, Dennis Blaine. Cadieux himself was alleged to be having an affair with Dennis's wife, the stunningly beautiful Rebecca. It seems like yesterday's headlines, but then someone starts killing people with a connection to the house. The home's new owner—bestselling novelist Brownwyn Merrick—may be using the house to launch a fictionalized account of the 1955 crime. But someone may not want her to. Just how far will Bronwyn's armed bodyguard go to protect her?ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Over the years, Richard J. Koreto has been a magazine writer, website manager, textbook editor. novel and merchant seaman. He was born and raised in New York City, graduated from Vassar College, and has wanted to be a writer ever since reading The Naked and the Dead. In addition to his novels, he has published short stories in Ellery Queen's Mystery Magazine, Alfred Hitchcock's Mystery Magazine,the 2020 Boucheron Anthology, and Paranoia Blues: Crime Fiction Inspired by the Songs of Paul Simon. His current series features Wren Fontaine, an architect who finds mysteries in the historic homes she renovates. He and his wife have two grown daughters, and they divide their time between Rockland County, New York, and Martha's Vineyard, Mass.

Crossroads revisited an earlier interview with Virginia Norfleet, founder of the Haverstraw African American Connection (HAAC), an organization that sponsors the annual Haverstraw Juneteenth Celebration.  Norfleet was also instrumental in the founding of the African American Memorial Park in Haverstraw.  Norfleet is also the 2019 recipient of  the HSRC's Margaret B. and John R. Zehner Award for contributions to the county's history.The 2025 Juneteenth celebration in Haverstraw will take place over three days:  June 19, 20 and 21.  Learn more about this years events and programs here: https://www.thehaac.com/juneteenthJuneteenth is a holiday observed annually on June 19.  It commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. A combination of the words June and nineteenth, the holiday, also called Freedom Day, has been celebrated since 1866 and is considered to be one of the oldest continuing African American holidays. Juneteenth commemorates the June 19, 1865, announcement of the abolition of slavery in the U.S. state of Texas, and more generally the emancipation of enslaved African-Americans throughout the former Confederacy of the southern United States.   This announcement came 2 1/2 years after The Emancipation Proclamation ended slavery.   On June 17, 2021, Pres. Joe Biden signed legislation to make Juneteenth a federal holiday.The mission of the Haverstraw African American Connection is to research, recover, preserve and teach the rich culture and contributions of African American's with emphasis on the African American people of Haverstraw N.Y.​H.A.A.C is a Non-Profit 501c3 agency.  Through public outreach, dialogue, exhibits and other community initiatives, we will promote knowledge, acceptance and appreciation of our heritage._______ "Crossroads of Rockland History," is a program of the Historical Society of Rockland County.  Join host Clare Sheridan as we explore, celebrate, and learn about our local history, with different topics and guest speakers every month. The recorded broadcasts are available for streaming on all major podcasts platforms.The Historical Society of Rockland County is a non-profit educational institution and principle repository for documents and artifacts relating to Rockland County. Its headquarters are a four acre site featuring a history museum and the 1832 Jacob Blauvelt House located at 20 Zukor road in New City. www.RocklandHistory.org Crossroads of Rockland History, a program of the Historical Society of Rockland County, airs on the third Monday of each month at 9:30 am, right after the morning show on WRCR radio 1700 AM and www.WRCR.com. Join host Clare Sheridan as we explore, celebrate, and learn about our local history, with different topics and guest speakers every month. Our recorded broadcasts are also available for streaming on all major podcasts platforms and at our website. The Historical Society of Rockland County is a nonprofit educational institution and principal repository for original documents and artifacts relating to Rockland County. Its headquarters are a four-acre site featuring a history museum and the 1832 Jacob Blauvelt House in New City, New York. www.RocklandHistory.org

Thousands of protests (not protestors; protests, themselves) are planned across the United States and even in Europe, Saturday, with dozens just in the state of Georgia. The ACLU has 'protest ready' resources aplenty for demonstrators to be prepared for multiple contingencies - not the least of which include addressing interlopers who wish to escalate the situation for ill-intent. It's going to be an interesting day, no doubt. ------This is all the more potentially a powder keg because Donald Trump 'invaded' California with its own National Guard troops and now hundreds of Marines, just a week prior to his military fetishist parade on the streets of the Nationa's Capitol to coincide with both his and the U.S. Army's birthday. It set a pretty toxic concoction on the counter. For Politico, Jim Newton opines there are reasons Trump 'had' to attack California. Namely that its transition from GOP stronghold to "majority-minority" Democratic-led heartbeat of the American economy just doesn't sit well with him, for starters. But there's more meat on that bone, so that carried a good bit of today's conversation. ------I mean, this may be nothing, but some pretty jarring statistical anomalies in New York's Rockland County has folks nosing around wanting to investigate further that jurisdiction's 2024 election results. They defy logic, and a judge is allowing the inquiry to keep going. Perhaps nothing there, but in the aftermath of the 'sour grapes' Elon tweets .... eh, we should keep an eye on this, no?

My interview with Randi starts at 25 mins Stand Up is a daily podcast that I book,host,edit, post and promote new episodes with brilliant guests every day. Please subscribe now for as little as 5$ and gain access to a community of over 700 awesome, curious, kind, funny, brilliant, generous souls Check out StandUpwithPete.com to learn more RANDI WEINGARTEN is president of the 1.8 million-member AFT, which represents teachers; paraprofessionals and school-related personnel; higher education faculty and staff; nurses and other healthcare professionals; local, state and federal government employees; and early childhood educators. The AFT is dedicated to the belief that every person in America deserves the freedom to thrive, fueled by opportunity, justice and a voice in our democracy. This freedom is achieved through an economy that works for all, including the ability to form a union; great public schools and affordable higher education; healthcare as a right; retirement security; the right to vote and civil rights; a vibrant democracy; and safe, welcoming and healthy environments and communities. The AFT and its members advance these principles through community engagement, organizing, collective bargaining and political activism, and especially through members' work—we care, fight, show up and vote. Prior to her election as AFT president in 2008, Weingarten served for 11 years as president of the United Federation of Teachers, AFT Local 2, representing approximately 200,000 educators in the New York City public school system, as well as home child care providers and other workers in health, law and education. Weingarten is the recipient of many commendations; she was included in Washingtonian's 2021 Washington's Most Influential People, City & State New York's 2021 New York City Labor Power 100, and Washington Life's 2018 Power 100 list of prominent leaders, and in 2017 received the Roosevelt Institute's FDR Distinguished Public Service Award. In 2013, the New York Observer named Weingarten one of the most influential New Yorkers of the past 25 years. Weingarten has led the AFT's efforts to strengthen public education for all children and to address the crisis in the teaching profession caused by deep disinvestment and the deprofessionalization of teaching. Through the AFT's Fund Our Future campaign, AFT members and leaders throughout the country are fighting for adequate investment in public education. Parents and many others have joined the AFT's efforts to end the overuse and misuse of standardized tests, and to fix—not close—struggling schools, something Weingarten has advocated since her involvement in the creation of New York City's Chancellor's District, which dramatically improved achievement in what had been some of the city's lowest-performing schools. Weingarten has launched major efforts to place real education reform high on the nation's and her union's agendas. She created the AFT Innovation Fund, a groundbreaking initiative to support sustainable, innovative and collaborative education reform projects developed by members and their local unions. At Weingarten's direction, the AFT developed a model to transform teacher evaluations from a way of simply rating teachers to a tool for continuous improvement and feedback. This model is used to align tenure and due process, so that tenure serves as a guarantee of fairness, not of a job for life. Weingarten led an AFT committee that called for all prospective teachers to meet a high entry standard—as in medicine or law—so that they're prepared from the day they enter the classroom. Weingarten oversaw the development of the AFT's Quality Education Agenda, which advocates for reforms grounded in evidence, equity, scalability and sustainability. She promotes what she calls “solution-driven unionism”—an approach to collective bargaining and collective action that unites the interests of union members and those they serve in the pursuit of solutions that benefit students, schools and communities. Under Weingarten's leadership, the AFT continues to grow and expand its voice as a union of professionals. Nationwide, the AFT is the second-largest union of nurses and other health professionals and the largest higher education union, representing 230,000 higher education faculty, professional staff and graduate employees. Weingarten helped source millions of dollars of personal protective equipment for nurses and health professionals experiencing shortages as they served on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic. Weingarten is an advocate for a New Deal for Higher Education, a campaign calling for substantial federal investment in higher education that would prioritize teaching, research and student supports; provide sustainable careers with professional voice for all faculty and staff; allow all students to attend regardless of ability to pay; create academic environments free of racism and other forms of bigotry; and cancel student debt. The AFT provides our members tools and information they can use to manage their federal student loan debt, including having that debt forgiven, while advocating for solutions to the escalating cost of higher education, predatory loan practices, and terrible loan servicing that is holding people back. The AFT and a broad array of parent and community partners across the country have collaborated on events to advance a community- and educator-driven agenda for public school reform. Weingarten spearheaded the development of Share My Lesson, the United States' largest free collection of lesson plans, classroom activities, and teaching strategies and resources created by educators, for educators—all at no cost. The AFT has a long-standing partnership with First Book, which has provided 5 million free and reduced-price books to children. Weingarten and the AFT were asked to lead a partnership to transform McDowell County, W.Va., one of the poorest counties in the United States. The AFT has assembled more than 100 partners not only to improve the quality of education provided to children in the county, but to focus on jobs, transportation, recreation, housing, healthcare and social services. Weingarten believes the rural way of life is worth fighting for, and the AFT's experience in McDowell County informs the work Weingarten is advancing to help rural communities thrive—through education, healthcare and economic opportunities. The AFT supports the strategic establishment of 25,000 community schools where students and families can access tailored health services and social services in one place, and marginalized communities can have access to services and support. Weingarten views this goal as especially vital to help children, families and communities recover from the wide-ranging impacts of the coronavirus pandemic and ensuing recession. When the COVID-19 crisis hit, the AFT worked with scientists and health professionals to develop a blueprint for reopening schools. The AFT continues to advocate for the funding and necessary testing and safety protocols to ensure in-person learning is safe.  During the Trump administration, Weingarten led the AFT's efforts to oppose Trump and Betsy DeVos' fervent attempts to defund and destabilize public education and to stand up to the administration's racist policies and attacks on facts and democracy. In 2012-13, Weingarten served on an education reform commission convened by New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, which made a series of recommendations to improve teaching and learning. She was appointed to the Equity and Excellence Commission, a federal advisory committee chartered by Congress to examine and make recommendations concerning the disparities in educational opportunities that give rise to the achievement gap. For 10 years, while president of the UFT, Weingarten chaired New York City's Municipal Labor Committee, an umbrella organization for the city's 100-plus public sector unions, including those representing higher education and other public service employees. As chair of the MLC, she coordinated labor negotiations and bargaining for benefits on behalf of the MLC unions' 365,000 members. From 1986 to 1998, Weingarten served as counsel to UFT President Sandra Feldman, taking a lead role in contract negotiations and enforcement, and in lawsuits in which the union fought for adequate school funding and building conditions. A teacher of history at Clara Barton High School in Brooklyn's Crown Heights neighborhood from 1991 to 1997, Weingarten helped her students win several state and national awards debating constitutional issues. Elected as the local union's assistant secretary in 1995 and as treasurer two years later, she became UFT president after Feldman became president of the AFT. Weingarten was elected to her first full term as UFT president in 1998 and was re-elected three times. Weingarten's column “What Matters Most” appears in the New York Times' Sunday Review the third Sunday of each month. You can follow her on Twitter at @rweingarten (Twitter.com/rweingarten) and on Facebook (Facebook.com/randi.weingarten.9). Weingarten holds degrees from Cornell University's School of Industrial and Labor Relations and the Cardozo School of Law. She worked as a lawyer for the Wall Street firm of Stroock & Stroock & Lavan from 1983 to 1986. She is an active member of the Democratic National Committee and numerous professional, civic and philanthropic organizations. Born in 1957 and raised in Rockland County, N.Y., Weingarten now resides in the Inwood neighborhood of New York City. Join us Monday's and Thursday's at 8EST for our Bi-Weekly Happy Hour Hangout!  Pete on Blue Sky Pete on Threads Pete on Tik Tok Pete on YouTube  Pete on Twitter Pete On Instagram Pete Personal FB page Stand Up with Pete FB page All things Jon Carroll  Follow and Support Pete Coe Buy Ava's Art  Hire DJ Monzyk to build your website or help you with Marketing

MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on the powerful message from a 102 year old on Medicaid who rips Trump to shreds and Meiselas speaks with democratic Rockland County legislator from that same congressional district who is running for Congress against MAGA Republican Mike Lawler. Visit https://meidasplus.com for more! Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast The Influence Continuum: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan Mea Culpa with Michael Cohen: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/mea-culpa-with-michael-cohen The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show Burn the Boats: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/burn-the-boats Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54 Political Beatdown: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/political-beatdown On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered Coalition of the Sane: https://meidasnews.com/tag/coalition-of-the-sane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode originally aired on Monday, April 21, 2025 at 9:30 am, on WRCR Radio 1700 AM.The topic of conversation was the Lawrence–Tonetti Waterfall in Palisades, NY. Also known as Peanut Leap Cascade, this natural waterfall was beautifully enhanced by sculptors Mary Lawrence and Francois Tonetti in the early 20th century by creating stream-fed pools, sculptural fountainheads, and a Roman-style pergola on the shore of the Hudson River.John Ratcliff, the grandson of the sculptors, joined host Clare Sheridan to share memories of this extraordinary place, which was once part of the larger Lawrence property in Snedens Landing.  The property is now contained within the Palisades Interstate Park, where thousands of hikers pass by its ruins as they descend the Shore Trail to the Hudson River. We are pleased to share the details of an upcoming program at the Palisades Free Library:The Lawrence-Tonetti Waterfall: A History of the Peanut Leap Cascadefrom Snedens Landing to Palisades Interstate ParkWhen: Thursday, May 8, 2025, 6:30 pmWhere: Palisades Free Library, 19 Closter Road, Palisades, NY 10964, (845) 359-0136About the program: Join Francesca Costa (Palisades Interstate Park Public Historian), Jennifer Rothschild (Historical Society of Rockland County Programming Director), and John Ratcliff, grandson of the sculptors Mary Lawrence and Francois Tonetti as they tell the story of "The Waterfall" and how it has become a popular hiking trail within the park. This slide presentation and panel discussion explores the fascinating history of The Waterfall, a natural feature enhanced by Lawrence and Tonetti in the early 20th century with stream-fed pools, a roman-style pergola, and sculptural fountainheads. Once part of the larger Lawrence property in Snedens Landing, it became a favorite spot for moonlit gatherings of guests who arrived by boat, including fellow sculptors and painters, as well as the renowned architects Charles McKim and Stanford White, who helped design the pergola. This magical spot is now contained within the Palisades Interstate Park, where thousands of hikers pass by its ruins as they descend the Shore Trail to the Hudson River.To register, go to: https://southorangetownlibraries.librarycalendar.com/event/lawrence-tonetti-waterfall-snedens-landing-palisades-interstate-park-33538Crossroads of Rockland History, a program of the Historical Society of Rockland County, airs on the third Monday of each month at 9:30 am, right after the morning show on WRCR radio 1700 AM and www.WRCR.com. Join host Clare Sheridan as we explore, celebrate, and learn about our local history, with different topics and guest speakers every month. Our recorded broadcasts are also available for streaming on all major podcasts platforms and at our website. The Historical Society of Rockland County is a nonprofit educational institution and principal repository for original documents and artifacts relating to Rockland County. Its headquarters are a four-acre site featuring a history museum and the 1832 Jacob Blauvelt House in New City, New York. www.RocklandHistory.org

A 30-minute version of this interview  originally aired on Monday, March 17, 2025 at 9:30am on WRCR Radio 1700AM.Crossroads celebrated both Women's History Month and Saint Patrick's day with a discussion about an exciting program coming up at Harmony Hall in Sloatsburg.   Eve Kahn, the former Antiques Editor for the New York Times and Elizabeth Stack the Executive Director at the American Irish Historical Society will joined host Clare Sheridan to discuss Anna Frances Levins, the Irish American artist and entrepreneur who traveled widely to photograph remotest Ireland and created portraits of sitters ranging from Pope Pius X  to martyred Irish revolutionaries.Anna Frances Levins founded her own company, Levins Press, which published lavish books about the history of Ireland and Irish Americans, and her photos appeared by the hundreds in books, newspapers, and magazines. Levins also helped the newest Irish arrivals at Ellis Island, combating her era's bitter prejudices against immigrants. She eventually married one of her portrait sitters, an Irish baronet. Despite all of this, Levins has ended up in contemporary obscurity.About the guests:Eve Kahn is an Independent scholar and former Antiques Columnist at The New York Times.  She is an award winning author who writes about art, architecture, and design for the Times among other publications. Elizabeth Stack, PhD, is the Executive Director of the American Irish Historical Society in New York City. Dr. Stack was previously the executive director of the Irish American Heritage Museum in Albany, NY and before that she taught Irish and Irish American History and was an Associate Director at Fordham University's Institute of Irish Studies. She completed her PhD at Fordham, writing about Irish and German immigrants in New York at the turn of the twentieth century, as they grappled with the immigration restriction movements of that time.  About the Program: Anna Frances Levin on Sunday, March 30th, 2:00 pm at Harmony Hall, Jacob Sloat House in Sloatsburg, NY. Tickets available at https://www.friendsofharmonyhall.org/events_____The American Irish Historical Society will also host Eve Kahn for "Rediscovering Anna Frances Levins” on March 25th at 6pm.  Info here: https://aihsny.org/events-2/rediscovering-anna-frances-levins-forgotten-irish-american-photographer-publisher-political-activist-and-baronessCrossroads of Rockland History, a program of the Historical Society of Rockland County, airs on the third Monday of each month at 9:30 am, right after the morning show on WRCR radio 1700 AM and www.WRCR.com. Join host Clare Sheridan as we explore, celebrate, and learn about our local history, with different topics and guest speakers every month. Our recorded broadcasts are also available for streaming on all major podcasts platforms. The Historical Society of Rockland County is a nonprofit educational institution and principal repository for original documents and artifacts relating to Rockland County. Its headquarters are a four-acre site featuring a history museum and the 1832 Jacob Blauvelt House in New City, New York. www.RocklandHistory.org

On Friday March 14th, the 2025 Westchester Women's Summit was held at Sonesta White Plains Downtown, the largest annual celebration of Women's History Month in Westchester County! This year's summit featured an inspiring keynote address from Juju Chang, Emmy Award-winning co-anchor of ABC News' Nightline. The focus this year was on four key pillars of women's wellness: physical and mental health, financial empowerment, family and community dynamics, and career growth — with expert-led workshops designed to empower and inspire. Guests were able to explore the Discovery Village, where they could connect with sponsors, nonprofits, and community resources while enjoying interactive experiences and networking opportunities. It was an incredible day of learning, connection, and celebration! Listen in as  Joan Franzino from Westchester Talk Radio also sat down with Rockland County Legislator Beth Davidson for an insightful conversation.

It's time for a seance! ou know how it goes. You buy an only pre-Revolutionary War home, renovate it to it's former glory, move in, and then be forced to build an additional home on your estate because the ghosts won't leave you alone. No? Well, that's what happens in our story today!Episode References: Hans Holzer EpisodesEpisode 10: "The House of DeathEpisode 25: "The Morris-Jumel Mansion"Episode 32: "Green Ghosts & Seances in NoMad"Episode 51: "The Amityville Horror"Episode 64: "The Ghost of Hungry Lucy"Episode 76: "The Haunting of 12 Gay Street"Episode 97: "The Haunting of St. Mark's Church in the Bowery"Episode 121: "A Ghost Lives in Brooklyn - Henny from the Block"Episode 136: "The Poltergeists of Barberry Lane"Be sure to Subscribe, Rate, & Review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Audible!Have a strange and/or paranormal story?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Share it here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support the show by becoming a sponsor on our Patreon:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Patreon.com/NYMysteryMachine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NYMM Merch! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nymysterymachine.myspreadshop.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Don't forget to follow us on all the socials:Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@NYMysteryMachine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@NYMysteryMachine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bluesky:⁠@nymysterymachine.bsky.social⁠ | X:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@NYMysteries⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Facebook:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@NYMysteryMachine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠--THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:AUDIBLE: Get a FREE 30 Day Trial by heading to⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.AudibleTrial.com/NYMysteryMachine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HUNT A KILLER: Receive 20% off your first Hunt a Killer subscription box at www.HuntAKiller.com with the code NYMYSTERYMACHINE at checkout!RIVERSIDE.FM: Looking to record podcast, but need software? Head to⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://riverside.fm/?via=nymysterymachine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In March of 2021 a firefighter died during a very complex fire and rescue operation at an assisted living facility in Rockland NY. 117 residents and staff we rescued while fighting a delayed alarm deep seated fire in an old multiple building structure, with inadequate water supplies. The incident was a significant event, that we all need to prepare for. Please listen and learn more. thank you.

Broadcast originally aired on Monday, February 17, 2025 at 9:30 am, on WRCR Radio 1700AM.Master storyteller and author Jonathan Kruk joined host Clare Sheridan to discuss his career as a Master Storyteller.  In April, Kruk will bring a family-friendly program to the Historical Society of Rockland County entitled: “Imps of Donderberg: The Lore of Rockland County.”  Topics discussed in this interview include:  Washington Irving; The Legend of Sleepy Hollow; The Goblin of Donderberg; Charles Dickens; A Christmas Carol; Hudson River; Rocklandia; The Hudson River; Pete Seeger and more.Best known for his solo shows “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” and “A Christmas Carol,” Jonathan Kruk has been featured on The Today Show, CBS Sunday Morning, and the BBC. In addition to performing for the New-York Historical, the Cooper-Hewitt Design Museum, Pete Seeger's Clearwater Fest, the NYS Reading Teacher's Association, NYS PTA Conference, the Nassau County Museum, the Greater Hudson Heritage Network, Met-Life, and Pepsico, he has eight award-winning recordings and is the author of two books: Legends and Lore of Sleepy Hollow and the Hudson Valley and Legends and Lore of the Hudson Highlands.His website is: https://jonathankruk.com/The upcoming program at the HSRC: In this family-friendly Sunday afternoon program, Jonathan will tell adventuresome stories about pirate treasure, bold patriots, ghost imps, Indian guides, and more.IMPS OF DONDERBERG: The Lore of Rockland County, with Jonathan KrukWhen:  Sunday, April 6, 2025,at 1:00 pm SHARPWhere:  Lower-level Community Room, HSRC History Center, 20 Zukor Road, New CityPrice:  $15.00/adult; $5/child (best for children in second grade or older) Learn more or get tickets:  https://www.rocklandhistory.org/family-program--imps-of-donderbergCrossroads of Rockland History, a program of the Historical Society of Rockland County, airs on the third Monday of each month at 9:30 am, right after the morning show on WRCR radio 1700 AM and www.WRCR.com. Join host Clare Sheridan as we explore, celebrate, and learn about our local history, with different topics and guest speakers every month. Our recorded broadcasts are also available for streaming on all major podcasts platforms. The Historical Society of Rockland County is a nonprofit educational institution and principal repository for original documents and artifacts relating to Rockland County. Its headquarters are a four-acre site featuring a history museum and the 1832 Jacob Blauvelt House in New City, New York.www.RocklandHistory.org

Episode originally aired Monday, January 20, 2025 at 9:30m on WRCR Radio 1700AM.  Crossroads of Rockland History revisited one of the most tragic events in Rockland History:  The 1914 murder of Eugene Newman by William V. Cleary.  In this re-broadcast,  host Clare Sheridan interviewed the grand-nephew of the murder victim, Eugene Newman.  Now living in Chicago, IL, Gene Newman shared the details of this dreadful event and the subsequent trial which has been described as a major scandal involving political and legal corruption in New York State.  Please note:  A version of this interview was aired on Monday, October 19, 2015 and was archived as episode 61.To read an outstanding article by  Cheryl Slavin , published by the Rockland County Times in 2014, visit:  www.rocklandtimes.com/2014/07/24/haverstraw-political-boss-shoots-newspaper-publisheTo see related photos and news clippings, visit our flickr album here:  www.flickr.com/photos/100479933@N04/albums/72157658442917045Crossroads of Rockland History, a program of the Historical Society of Rockland County, airs on the third Monday of each month at 9:30am on WRCR Radio 1700 AM (live streaming at www.WRCR.com). Join host Clare Sheridan as we explore, celebrate, and learn about our local history, with different topics and guest speakers every month. www.RocklandHistory.org

In this episode of The Franciska Show, Rivkie Feiner, CEO and owner of a consulting firm specializing in nonprofit funding, shares her unique experiences as an Orthodox Jewish woman balancing religious beliefs with professional demands. Rivkie discusses her journey from a secretary to owner of a firm that helps clients secure millions in government grants. She also elaborates on her advocacy work, especially in the East Ramapo Central School District, and the challenges posed by systemic funding inequities. Rivkie provides insights into the media's portrayal of the Orthodox community and her efforts to correct stereotypes. Additionally, she addresses issues of education, voting rights, and the impact of bureaucratic decisions on her community. Through her efforts, Rivkie emphasizes the importance of giving back, speaking up, and fostering growth within her community.   00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:45 Rivkie Feiner's Background and Professional Journey 03:00 Grant Writing and Advocacy Work 08:04 Challenges in East Ramapo Central School District 17:58 Media Representation and Community Advocacy 24:06 Supporting Nonprofits and Future Goals 30:02 Introduction to the World Zionist Organization 30:13 Joining Eretz HaKodesh 31:23 Experiences and Challenges in the Organization 33:01 Family Legacy and Personal Reflections 34:29 Addressing Corruption and Bureaucracy 37:42 Community Advocacy and Political Engagement 39:53 Fighting for Fair Education Funding 49:09 Advocacy for Abuse and Community Support 50:50 Balancing Family and Community Work 55:26 Conclusion and Final Thoughts   About Our Guest: My bio: Rivkie Feiner is a community activist and the CEO of Feiner Grant Strategies (FGS), a consulting firm that has raised hundreds of millions in funding for nonprofits. Her efforts have significantly advanced Jewish fundraising and supported the growth of numerous nonprofits globally. Rivkie's commitment to community service is evident through her roles as Program Director at Agudath Israel of America, a Fellow in JCRCNY's Community Connections Fellowship, and board member positions at Rockland Federation and JCC Rockland County. A skilled motivational speaker, Rivkie has participated in various forums on funding and community issues. Recently, she mobilized 1,000 people for a pro-Israel rally in response to a pro-Palestinian demonstration in Rockland County, showcasing her leadership and communication skills. Rivkie continues to foster collaboration among diverse populations, seeking common ground in her advocacy work.     Follow Rivkie on X: https://x.com/feinerrivkie?lang=en   Check out www.JewishCoffeeHouse.com  

Jan. 8, 2025 - We get to know Assemblyman Patrick Carroll, a Rockland County Democrat embarking on his first term in Planet Albany. We talk about some of his priorities and balancing life at the Capitol with four kids.

We discussed the Rockland County Fire Report on the Evergreen Fire issued by NIOSH. The fire took place in March of 2021 and took the life of Firefighter Jared Lloyd and a resident.For all your health and safety needs, visit us at our website safetywars.com, contact us at Jim@safetywars.com or 845-269-5772.We have a regular broadcast on Safety FM, listen to us on your favorite Podcast platform and video network as Safety Wars.Tune into Safety Wars on your favorite podcast and video network for this and other safety stories. visit us at safetywars.com. like and share us on social media. If we run overtime our our preferred network for video is Rumble :https://rumble.com/user/SafetyWars

Gloria J. Browne Marshall welcomes back Manuel Gomez to Law of the Land to talk about investigating issues in Rockland County, New York.

Drone and UFO sightings have been the rage on Long Island, New York, Rockland County, New York, New Jersey and other suburban areas along the East Coast. Most disturbing seems to be a versatile single passenger aircraft the size of a small car. Tom Kelly and Steve Burger go out to Bay Park in East Rockaway, Long Island New York near John F Kennedy airport to see if they can spot any drones. The two discuss "drone hysteria". Are these aircraft military, civilian or alien? Is this all hysteria? Are drone hunters increasing the amount of false drone sightings? Should the media be doing more to investigate this? We may not get you any answers. But you should be able to have a laugh by the end of this show! Show Notes: Give The Comedy Village Comedy Club a 5 Star Review and mention Tom Kelly in the review: Comedy Village 

Broadcast originally aired on Monday December 16, 2024 at 9:30 am, on WRCR 1700 AM Radio. Beverly Schultz Csordas joined host Clare Sheridan to discuss her new book, The Olden Days: My Mother's Family History (1594-1997).Csordas is a member of the Concklin family whose Orchards in Pomona have been owned and operated by the Concklin family for ten generations. By weaving together a wide variety of family documents and photos, and enhancing them with her own research, Beverly Csordas presents a historical and fascinating tale of her mother's heritage from the time the first ancestors arrived in Salem, Massachusetts. in the 1600s. https://www.orchardsofconcklin.com/Learn more about the author: https://beverlyscsordas.com_____Crossroads of Rockland History, a program of the Historical Society of Rockland County, airs on the third Monday of each month at 9:30 am, right after the morning show on WRCR radio 1700 AM and www.WRCR.com. Join host Clare Sheridan as we explore, celebrate, and learn about our local history, with different topics and guest speakers every month. Our recorded broadcasts are also available for streaming on all major podcasts platforms. The Historical Society of Rockland County is a nonprofit educational institution and principal repository for original documents and artifacts relating to Rockland County. Its headquarters are a four-acre site featuring a history museum and the 1832 Jacob Blauvelt House in New City, New York.

Hidey-Ho, Friends!We're reporting live from Rockland County and choppin' it up about the Hell House LLC franchise. Tune in to hear us recap movies 1-3, discuss hidden tapes/audio, what you won't catch us doing at The Abbadon, and a deep dive into the latest installment to the franchise, Hell House LLC Origins: The Carmichael Manor (2023).We hope you all enjoy our stay✨See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 172 - Nov. 19th, 2024 - Election Recap & Hot Topics  - Ceddy - 5 x DJ Intence - 0 x Walt - 0  - Election Results  - @Im_Waltttt's & @Emperor_Key Lack of VOTING  - Early Voting Compared to Election Day VOTING   - Trump's Cabinet Picks  - The Arab Community within Michigan Voting For Trump  - Jill Stein & Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Presidential Efforts  - How many states approved Abortion Rights but VOTED for Donald Trump for president…  - Mexico is Deporting Americans back to The United States  - Election Results Numbers  - The things that will be taken away while Trump's in Office  - Jon Jones Post-Game Celebration  - Is Jon Jones the Greatest Fighter or All-Time?? & Jon Jones History  - *Woolly Mammoth* Episode 34 - Sept. 21, 2021 - The Trio Is Back (https://www.podcastics.com/podcast/episode/episode-34-sept-21-2021-the-trio-is-back-97482/ )  - Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson Statistics On Netflix  - Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson Recap  - Katie Taylor vs Amanda Serrano Recap  - Inside The NBA will be licensed to AIR on Disney Network (aka ESPN & ABC)  - David Zaslav (CEO of Warner Bros. Discovery) woes according to @Ceddy55  - David Zaslav's Early Life within Rockland County, NY  - The Onion Buys InfoWars  - Rudy Giuliani & Alex Jones Legal Woes  - Wise Guy's Segment - @bishopgregdavis Speaking On Loving Yourself & Our reaction towards it….

Graig  Kriendler is an award winning painter from Rockland County, New York whose work I find captivating for several reasons. We unpack my love for what he does in the episode but in short if you have listened to this show at all you know I love baseball more than most things in the world. The intersection of baseball and art is a sweet spot and I am so excited to bring you this conversation. Follow all things Graig at: https://www.graigkreindler.com/ Listen to The Marinade on: Apple Podcasts- Spotify- YouTube- 

Episode originally aired on Monday, November 18, 2024 at 9:30 am, WRCR Radio 1700AM.We turned our attention to the historic Jacob Sloat house, also known as Harmony Hall, in Sloatsburg. The house is owned by the Town of Ramapo, but a small group of dedicated volunteers - The Friends of Harmony Hall - are working hard to preserve and restore this important place.Peter Bush, a member of the Friends of Harmony Hall and a Sloat descendant,  joined host Clare Sheridan to share what the Friends of Harmony Hall have done so far this year and what is coming up at Harmony Hall. Learn more about the Friends of Harmony Hall here: https://www.friendsofharmonyhall.orgThe Friends of Harmony Hall 's Annual Victorian Holiday at Jacob Sloat's 1848 Greek Revival mansion will take place Sunday, December 8, 1-5 pm. Enjoy live music, sweet treats, and their signature hot mulled cider. Children's crafts and unique hand-made crafts in Ye Olde Holiday Shoppe - and, of course, a visit from Santa (1:30-2 pm) - will complete the day! Tickets are available at the FOHH website._____Crossroads of Rockland History, a program of the Historical Society of Rockland County, airs on the third Monday of each month at 9:30 am, right after the morning show on WRCR radio 1700 AM and www.WRCR.com. Join host Clare Sheridan as we explore, celebrate, and learn about our local history, with different topics and guest speakers every month. Our recorded broadcasts are also available for streaming on all major podcasts platforms. The Historical Society of Rockland County is a nonprofit educational institution and principal repository for original documents and artifacts relating to Rockland County. Its headquarters are a four-acre site featuring a history museum and the 1832 Jacob Blauvelt House in New City, New York.www.RocklandHistory.org

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with 16-year-old Flynn Goldstein, a young man whose deep connection to his Jewish heritage led him on a personal and spiritual journey from a Reform Jewish home to embracing Orthodox Judaism. Despite his family's Reform background, Flynn's commitment to his faith has grown steadily over the years, and today, he stands as an example of dedication, and respect in the face of religious differences.   Flynn shares how his passion for Judaism began at a young age, how he navigated the challenges of his evolving beliefs, and the strong support system he has from his family, including his father Doug, mother Michelle, and younger brother Charlie.    Flynn's story is a beautiful testament to the power of family, respect, and the importance of following one's spiritual path, no matter where it leads.       Join Meaningful Minute +   https://chat.whatsapp.com/KWSjnaYDjUlDFpyyjPBpav   Thank you to our sponsors:     ►Colel Chabad Pushka App   The easiest way to give Tzedaka download the Pushka app today    https://pushka.cc/meaningful   ________________________________________ ►Town Appliance   Visit https://www.townappliance.com    Message Town Appliance on WhatsApp:    https://bit.ly/Townappliance_whatsapp __________________________________   ►Toveedo   The Jewish videos your kids will love all in one happy place!  Stream unlimited videos on your phone, tablet, laptop, desktop, and smart TV.  From new releases, to your favorite classics, and exclusive originals, there's always something new to discover.   Use MM10 for 10% off   See our full library on    https://toveedo.com   __________________________________________   ► Dream raffle   Win a Brand-New $1,000,000 Home in Yerushalayim! The Dream Raffle is back for its 7th year! All early bird tickets doubled + enters you to win a $12,000 cash prize!   Hurry, offer ends 12.31   Use Promo Code MPP   https://thedreamraffle.com   __________________________________________   ► Key-Sync   We provide reliable automotive locksmith services in Rockland County, Orange County, and North Jersey. Enjoy top-quality service at the best prices with us! https://www.key-sync.com   __________________________________________   ► Touro University    RSVP for our in-person open house on Sunday, November 17th at 12:45pm   http://lcm.touro.edu/openhouse   __________________________________________ Subscribe to our Podcast    Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2WALuE2    Spotify: https://spoti.fi/39bNGnO    Or wherever Podcasts are available!   Editor: Sruly Saftlas

In this episode, Gina and Teddy discuss peptides and BPC-157. In order to get the Overdrive Fitness Affiliate Discount on Prestige Labs, 10% off your Muscle Egg order, or schedule a free consultation with Overdrive, click the following link: https://lnk.bio/odfitnessny Head on over to Muscle Egg and get 10% off on your order for the best egg white protein on the market: https://www.muscleegg.com/shop/ref/191/ To hire the best junk removal and pressure washing crew in the Rockland County area, head on over to https://www.rocklandjunk.com/ For the best meal prep service in Rockland and Bergen County, hit up Heat3d Inc. http://www.getheat3d.com/ For high quality peptides, visit: https://www.integrativepeptides.com/overdrive and https://limitlesslifenootropics.com/overdrive  

In this episode, Gina and Teddy discuss microbiome, diet, and athletic performance. In order to get the Overdrive Fitness Affiliate Discount on Prestige Labs, 10% off your Muscle Egg order, or schedule a free consultation with Overdrive, click the following link: https://lnk.bio/odfitnessny Head on over to Muscle Egg and get 10% off on your order for the best egg white protein on the market: https://www.muscleegg.com/shop/ref/191/ To hire the best junk removal and pressure washing crew in the Rockland County area, head on over to https://www.rocklandjunk.com/ For the best meal prep service in Rockland and Bergen County, hit up Heat3d Inc. http://www.getheat3d.com/

In this episode, Gina and Teddy discuss mobility and flexibility for injury prevention. In order to get the Overdrive Fitness Affiliate Discount on Prestige Labs, 10% off your Muscle Egg order, or schedule a free consultation with Overdrive, click the following link: https://lnk.bio/odfitnessny Head on over to Muscle Egg and get 10% off on your order for the best egg white protein on the market: https://www.muscleegg.com/shop/ref/191/ To hire the best junk removal and pressure washing crew in the Rockland County area, head on over to https://www.rocklandjunk.com/ For the best meal prep service in Rockland and Bergen County, hit up Heat3d Inc. http://www.getheat3d.com/

In this episode, Gina and Teddy discuss ways that fitness can affect mental health. In order to get the Overdrive Fitness Affiliate Discount on Prestige Labs, 10% off your Muscle Egg order, or schedule a free consultation with Overdrive, click the following link: https://lnk.bio/odfitnessny Head on over to Muscle Egg and get 10% off on your order for the best egg white protein on the market: https://www.muscleegg.com/shop/ref/191/ To hire the best junk removal and pressure washing crew in the Rockland County area, head on over to https://www.rocklandjunk.com/ For the best meal prep service in Rockland and Bergen County, hit up Heat3d Inc. http://www.getheat3d.com/

In this episode, Gina and Teddy discuss wearable technology for data-driven training. In order to get the Overdrive Fitness Affiliate Discount on Prestige Labs, 10% off your Muscle Egg order, or schedule a free consultation with Overdrive, click the following link: https://lnk.bio/odfitnessny Head on over to Muscle Egg and get 10% off on your order for the best egg white protein on the market: https://www.muscleegg.com/shop/ref/191/ To hire the best junk removal and pressure washing crew in the Rockland County area, head on over to https://www.rocklandjunk.com/ For the best meal prep service in Rockland and Bergen County, hit up Heat3d Inc. http://www.getheat3d.com/

In this episode, Gina and Teddy discuss detoxes. In order to get the Overdrive Fitness Affiliate Discount on Prestige Labs, 10% off your Muscle Egg order, or schedule a free consultation with Overdrive, click the following link: https://lnk.bio/odfitnessny Head on over to Muscle Egg and get 10% off on your order for the best egg white protein on the market: https://www.muscleegg.com/shop/ref/191/ To hire the best junk removal and pressure washing crew in the Rockland County area, head on over to https://www.rocklandjunk.com/ For the best meal prep service in Rockland and Bergen County, hit up Heat3d Inc. http://www.getheat3d.com/

On New York University Week: Dogs aren't the only animals that help out with therapy. Katherine Compitus, clinical assistant professor at the Silver School of Social Work, examines another. Katherine Compitus is a Clinical Assistant Professor at NYU Silver School of Social Work and the Coordinator of the School's Westchester and Rockland County, New York […]

In this episode, Gina and Teddy discuss the importance of lifting for females. In order to get the Overdrive Fitness Affiliate Discount on Prestige Labs, 10% off your Muscle Egg order, or schedule a free consultation with Overdrive, click the following link: https://lnk.bio/odfitnessny Head on over to Muscle Egg and get 10% off on your order for the best egg white protein on the market: https://www.muscleegg.com/shop/ref/191/ To hire the best junk removal and pressure washing crew in the Rockland County area, head on over to https://www.rocklandjunk.com/ For the best meal prep service in Rockland and Bergen County, hit up Heat3d Inc. http://www.getheat3d.com/

In this episode, Gina and Teddy discuss how much protein you need. In order to get the Overdrive Fitness Affiliate Discount on Prestige Labs, 10% off your Muscle Egg order, or schedule a free consultation with Overdrive, click the following link: https://lnk.bio/odfitnessny Head on over to Muscle Egg and get 10% off on your order for the best egg white protein on the market: https://www.muscleegg.com/shop/ref/191/ To hire the best junk removal and pressure washing crew in the Rockland County area, head on over to https://www.rocklandjunk.com/ For the best meal prep service in Rockland and Bergen County, hit up Heat3d Inc. http://www.getheat3d.com/

In this episode, Gina and Teddy discuss the what, why, and when of a refeed. In order to get the Overdrive Fitness Affiliate Discount on Prestige Labs, 10% off your Muscle Egg order, or schedule a free consultation with Overdrive, click the following link: https://lnk.bio/odfitnessny Head on over to Muscle Egg and get 10% off on your order for the best egg white protein on the market: https://www.muscleegg.com/shop/ref/191/ To hire the best junk removal and pressure washing crew in the Rockland County area, head on over to https://www.rocklandjunk.com/ For the best meal prep service in Rockland and Bergen County, hit up Heat3d Inc. http://www.getheat3d.com/

This is your 4 P.M. All Local update for Saturday, August 24, 2024.

This is the All Local noon update for Wednesday, August 7th, 2024.

Actor Adam Rodriguez from Criminal Minds: Evolution & CSI: Miami joins Adam Schein to talk about his acting career, the new season of Criminal Minds: Evolution on Paramount+, bringing back his character from CSI: Miami, his love for New York sports, Little League Memories from New City, and growing up in Rockland County, New York. Adam and Bob Stew remember their Little League playing days after Theo Schein's season ended in abrupt fashion. 

 Stand Up is a daily podcast. I book,host,edit, post and promote new episodes with brilliant guests every day. Please subscribe now for as little as 5$ and gain access to a community of over 700 awesome, curious, kind, funny, brilliant, generous souls Check out StandUpwithPete.com to learn more RANDI WEINGARTEN is president of the 1.7 million-member AFT, which represents teachers; paraprofessionals and school-related personnel; higher education faculty and staff; nurses and other healthcare professionals; local, state and federal government employees; and early childhood educators. The AFT is dedicated to the belief that every person in America deserves the freedom to thrive, fueled by opportunity, justice and a voice in our democracy. This freedom is achieved through an economy that works for all, including the ability to form a union; great public schools and affordable higher education; healthcare as a right; retirement security; the right to vote and civil rights; a vibrant democracy; and safe, welcoming and healthy environments and communities. The AFT and its members advance these principles through community engagement, organizing, collective bargaining and political activism, and especially through members' work—we care, fight, show up and vote. Prior to her election as AFT president in 2008, Weingarten served for 11 years as president of the United Federation of Teachers, AFT Local 2, representing approximately 200,000 educators in the New York City public school system, as well as home child care providers and other workers in health, law and education. Weingarten is the recipient of many commendations; she was included in Washingtonian's 2021 Washington's Most Influential People, City & State New York's 2021 New York City Labor Power 100, and Washington Life's 2018 Power 100 list of prominent leaders, and in 2017 received the Roosevelt Institute's FDR Distinguished Public Service Award. In 2013, the New York Observer named Weingarten one of the most influential New Yorkers of the past 25 years. Weingarten has led the AFT's efforts to strengthen public education for all children and to address the crisis in the teaching profession caused by deep disinvestment and the deprofessionalization of teaching. Through the AFT's Fund Our Future campaign, AFT members and leaders throughout the country are fighting for adequate investment in public education. Parents and many others have joined the AFT's efforts to end the overuse and misuse of standardized tests, and to fix—not close—struggling schools, something Weingarten has advocated since her involvement in the creation of New York City's Chancellor's District, which dramatically improved achievement in what had been some of the city's lowest-performing schools. Weingarten has launched major efforts to place real education reform high on the nation's and her union's agendas. She created the AFT Innovation Fund, a groundbreaking initiative to support sustainable, innovative and collaborative education reform projects developed by members and their local unions. At Weingarten's direction, the AFT developed a model to transform teacher evaluations from a way of simply rating teachers to a tool for continuous improvement and feedback. This model is used to align tenure and due process, so that tenure serves as a guarantee of fairness, not of a job for life. Weingarten led an AFT committee that called for all prospective teachers to meet a high entry standard—as in medicine or law—so that they're prepared from the day they enter the classroom. Weingarten oversaw the development of the AFT's Quality Education Agenda, which advocates for reforms grounded in evidence, equity, scalability and sustainability. She promotes what she calls “solution-driven unionism”—an approach to collective bargaining and collective action that unites the interests of union members and those they serve in the pursuit of solutions that benefit students, schools and communities. Under Weingarten's leadership, the AFT continues to grow and expand its voice as a union of professionals. Nationwide, the AFT is the second-largest union of nurses and other health professionals and the largest higher education union, representing 230,000 higher education faculty, professional staff and graduate employees. Weingarten helped source millions of dollars of personal protective equipment for nurses and health professionals experiencing shortages as they served on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic. Weingarten is an advocate for a New Deal for Higher Education, a campaign calling for substantial federal investment in higher education that would prioritize teaching, research and student supports; provide sustainable careers with professional voice for all faculty and staff; allow all students to attend regardless of ability to pay; create academic environments free of racism and other forms of bigotry; and cancel student debt. The AFT provides our members tools and information they can use to manage their federal student loan debt, including having that debt forgiven, while advocating for solutions to the escalating cost of higher education, predatory loan practices, and terrible loan servicing that is holding people back. The AFT and a broad array of parent and community partners across the country have collaborated on events to advance a community- and educator-driven agenda for public school reform. Weingarten spearheaded the development of Share My Lesson, the United States' largest free collection of lesson plans, classroom activities, and teaching strategies and resources created by educators, for educators—all at no cost. The AFT has a long-standing partnership with First Book, which has provided 5 million free and reduced-price books to children. Weingarten and the AFT were asked to lead a partnership to transform McDowell County, W.Va., one of the poorest counties in the United States. The AFT has assembled more than 100 partners not only to improve the quality of education provided to children in the county, but to focus on jobs, transportation, recreation, housing, healthcare and social services. Weingarten believes the rural way of life is worth fighting for, and the AFT's experience in McDowell County informs the work Weingarten is advancing to help rural communities thrive—through education, healthcare and economic opportunities. The AFT supports the strategic establishment of 25,000 community schools where students and families can access tailored health services and social services in one place, and marginalized communities can have access to services and support. Weingarten views this goal as especially vital to help children, families and communities recover from the wide-ranging impacts of the coronavirus pandemic and ensuing recession. When the COVID-19 crisis hit, the AFT worked with scientists and health professionals to develop a blueprint for reopening schools. The AFT continues to advocate for the funding and necessary testing and safety protocols to ensure in-person learning is safe.  During the Trump administration, Weingarten led the AFT's efforts to oppose Trump and Betsy DeVos' fervent attempts to defund and destabilize public education and to stand up to the administration's racist policies and attacks on facts and democracy. In 2012-13, Weingarten served on an education reform commission convened by New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, which made a series of recommendations to improve teaching and learning. She was appointed to the Equity and Excellence Commission, a federal advisory committee chartered by Congress to examine and make recommendations concerning the disparities in educational opportunities that give rise to the achievement gap. For 10 years, while president of the UFT, Weingarten chaired New York City's Municipal Labor Committee, an umbrella organization for the city's 100-plus public sector unions, including those representing higher education and other public service employees. As chair of the MLC, she coordinated labor negotiations and bargaining for benefits on behalf of the MLC unions' 365,000 members. From 1986 to 1998, Weingarten served as counsel to UFT President Sandra Feldman, taking a lead role in contract negotiations and enforcement, and in lawsuits in which the union fought for adequate school funding and building conditions. A teacher of history at Clara Barton High School in Brooklyn's Crown Heights neighborhood from 1991 to 1997, Weingarten helped her students win several state and national awards debating constitutional issues. Elected as the local union's assistant secretary in 1995 and as treasurer two years later, she became UFT president after Feldman became president of the AFT. Weingarten was elected to her first full term as UFT president in 1998 and was re-elected three times. Weingarten's column “What Matters Most” appears in the New York Times' Sunday Review the third Sunday of each month. You can follow her on Twitter at @rweingarten (Twitter.com/rweingarten) and on Facebook (Facebook.com/randi.weingarten.9). Weingarten holds degrees from Cornell University's School of Industrial and Labor Relations and the Cardozo School of Law. She worked as a lawyer for the Wall Street firm of Stroock & Stroock & Lavan from 1983 to 1986. She is an active member of the Democratic National Committee and numerous professional, civic and philanthropic organizations. Born in 1957 and raised in Rockland County, N.Y., Weingarten now resides in the Inwood neighborhood of New York City. The Stand Up Community Chat is always active with other Stand Up Subscribers on the Discord Platform.   Join us Thursday's at 8EST for our Weekly Happy Hour Hangout!  Pete on Threads Pete on Tik Tok Pete on YouTube  Pete on Twitter Pete On Instagram Pete Personal FB page Stand Up with Pete FB page All things Jon Carroll  Follow and Support Pete Coe Buy Ava's Art