Episodes

  • Black & Jewish America: A Shared, Complicated History

    Black & Jewish America: A Shared, Complicated History
    Feb 9 2026
    Emmy-nominated filmmaker Sara Wolitzky joins Lisa Wexler to discuss directing the four-part PBS series Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History, which explores the complex relationship between two communities shaped by shared struggles.

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    19 mins
  • Why Heart Disease in Women Is So Often Missed

    Why Heart Disease in Women Is So Often Missed
    Feb 9 2026
    Northwell Health's Navjot Kaur Sobti, MD, Interventional Cardiology at Northern Westchester Hospital, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about heart health. What are the differences in heart disease and heart attacks between men and women? What are some atypical symptoms women have that get misdiagnosed? How should women advocate for themselves?

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    20 mins
  • RFK Jr's Outrageous Keto Cure-All Statement

    RFK Jr's Outrageous Keto Cure-All Statement
    Feb 6 2026

    Mental health advocate/author Randye Kaye joins Lisa Wexler to talk about Secretary of Health and Human Services, RFK Jr.'s dangerous statement that a keto diet can be a cure for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.




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    14 mins
  • Loving Old-School Communication, Neo-Typsetters

    Loving Old-School Communication, Neo-Typsetters
    Feb 6 2026
    Kieran Sheikh Blunnie joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his award-winning short documentary Neo-Typesetters, Kieran’s film, a love letter to the letterpress process.

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    10 mins
  • BEHIND THE WHEEL: Gloria Steinem & Me

    BEHIND THE WHEEL: Gloria Steinem & Me
    Feb 6 2026
    Behind The Wheel, Lisa catches you up on Mommy, Abby’s birthday , and her affection for the legendary Gloria Steinem, who returns as a guest on the show today. (12 min ).

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    13 mins
  • Fairfield Special Election Winner!

    Fairfield Special Election Winner!
    Feb 5 2026
    Christine Vitale, the newly elected Fairfield 1st Selectwoman, joins Lisa Wexler to talk about her victory in Fairfield's special election and goals for the future of the town. Plus thoughts on the invitation and quick disinvitation of Secretary of Education Linda McMahon.

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    19 mins
  • Lt. Gov Bysiewicz Short Session Thoughts

    Lt. Gov Bysiewicz Short Session Thoughts
    Feb 5 2026
    Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz joins Lisa Wexler to talk about the start of the new legislative session, the Governor’s proposed budget, including an energy rebate.

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    15 mins
  • Gloria Steinem & Leymah Gbowee Extraordinary Friendship In A Picture Book

    Gloria Steinem & Leymah Gbowee Extraordinary Friendship In A Picture Book
    Feb 5 2026
    Legendary feminist organizer Gloria Steinem and Nobel Peace Prize winner Leymah Gbowee join Lisa Wexler to talk about their book RISE, GIRL, RISE. The picture book shares their parallel journeys as activists, celebrating resilience and empowerment to inspire girls everywhere to raise their voices, stand together, and rise up for themselves and others.

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    17 mins