Claim OwnershipThink Tank with Steve Adubato
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Steve Adubato sits down with high-profile thought leaders, innovators and experts.
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February 14, 2026. Steve Adubato and a panel of experts sit down to discuss New Jersey’s fight against food insecurity and its impact on community health and well-being. Panelists Include:Jennifer Apostol, Director, REPLENISHBegum Malali, Director, Food Security Initiatives, Jewish Family Services of Atlantic & Cape May CountiesCara Gabris, Chief of Staff, Community FoodBank of NJ … Continue reading "Addressing Food Insecurity"
December 20, 2025. Steve Adubato is joined by a panel of Russ Berrie Making A Difference Award Honorees who are using their voices to make waves in their community — proving that the next generation isn’t waiting for change, they’re leading it. Panelists include: Trinity Jagdeo, Founder, From We Can’t to We Can and 2024 … Continue reading "Making a Difference: Gen Z"
Steve Adubato sits down with Shannon Hiller, Executive Director of Princeton University’s Bridging Divides Initiative, to examine rising political violence and discuss the role of civil dialogue in easing polarization. Steve Adubato welcomes Sen. Andrew Zwicker (D) – NJ of the 16th Legislative District to discuss pivotal issues in the Garden State such as the … Continue reading "Shannon Hiller; Sen. Andrew Zwicker (D) – NJ"
Karen Millican, Chief Commercial Officer of JoyDew, joins Steve Adubato to explore how housing, employment, and social support empowers young adults on the autism spectrum. Sen. John Burzichelli (D) – NJ of the 3rd Legislative District, joins Steve Adubato to discuss the importance of public media in New Jersey and what steps need to be … Continue reading "Karen Millican; Sen. John Burzichelli (D) – NJ; Keith Strudler, PhD"
Steve Adubato speaks with Amy Murtha, MD, Dean of Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and Founding Dean of the Future Rutgers School of Medicine, about fostering compassionate care to train future physicians and promote health equity. Idana Goldberg, PhD, CEO of The Russell Berrie Foundation, joins Steve Adubato to mark the organization’s 40 years … Continue reading "Amy Murtha, MD; Idana Goldberg, PhD; Sean Jackson"
November 14, 2025. Steve Adubato sits down with Adam Hamawy, MD, Medical Director at Princeton Plastic Surgeons and Former U.S. Army Combat Surgeon, to shed light on the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, including the medical challenges on the ground and the impact of the war on civilian lives. Show 724
Steve Adubato sits down with Dr. R. Joseph Huddleston, Associate Professor at Seton Hall University’s School of Diplomacy and International Relations, to examine how U.S. international aid strengthens America’s global reputation, supports diplomacy, and drives meaningful global impact. U.S. Rep. Herb Conaway Jr., MD (D) – NJ, of the 3rd Legislative District, joins Steve Adubato … Continue reading "R. Joseph Huddleston, Ph.D.; U.S. Rep. Herb Conaway Jr., MD (D) – NJ"
December 6, 2025. Steve Adubato welcomes Elie Honig, author of “When You Come at the King,” CNN Senior Legal Analyst, and Former Federal and State Prosecutor, to explore the history of the U.S. Office of Special Counsel, the abuse of executive power, and its implications for the future of American democracy. Show 723
November 29, 2025. In the second half of this two-part series, Steve Adubato goes on-location to Montclair State University for an in-depth conversation with Montclair President, Dr. Jonathan Koppell. In cooperation with Montclair’s College of Communication and Media, Steve and Dr. Koppell explore academic freedom, campus safety, the value of higher education, and the future … Continue reading "A Conversation with Jonathan Koppell, PhD, Pt. 2"
November 22, 2025. In this special two-part series, Steve Adubato goes on-location to Montclair State University for an in-depth conversation with Montclair President, Dr. Jonathan Koppell. In cooperation with Montclair’s College of Communication and Media, Steve and Dr. Koppell explore academic freedom, campus safety, the value of higher education, and the future of democracy.
“October 11, 2025. Steve Adubato sits down with three passionate advocates for a powerful conversation about supporting veterans and military families in New Jersey. Panelists Include:Asw. Melinda Kane (D) – NJ, 6th Legislative District and Gold Star Mother of Lance Corporal Jeremy KaneMichael Mimms, Ed.D., Former Marine Corps First Lieutenant and Lead Veteran Mental Healthcare … Continue reading "Honoring our Veterans"
Steve Adubato speaks with Corey Feist, JD, MBA, Co-Founder and CEO of Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes’ Foundation, about how this non-profit protects the mental health of our healthcare workers. Steve Adubato is joined by Michaela White, the National Grand Catholic Forensic League Speech Champion, and Saul Grullon, National Speech and Debate Association District Coach of … Continue reading "Corey Feist, JD, MBA; Michaela White, AND Saul Grullon; James A. Carey, Jr."
October 4, 2025. Steve Adubato is joined by three Russ Berrie Making A Difference Award honorees to discuss their innovative solutions for a sustainable future. Panelists Include:Jose German-Gomez, Founder, Northeast Earth Coalition and 2023 Russ Berrie Making A Difference honoreeKim Gaddy, Founder and Director, The South Ward Environmental Alliance and 2021 Russ Berrie Making A … Continue reading "Making a Difference: Environmental Justice and Sustainability"
Pete Connolly, CEO of NJ Manufacturing Extension Program (NJMEP), sits down with Steve Adubato to discuss the impact of tariffs, energy costs, and Artificial Intelligence on manufacturing in New Jersey. Steve Adubato is joined by Ramin Hastings, MD, Medical Director of the Structural Heart and Valve Program and Interventional Cardiologist at Englewood Health, to discuss … Continue reading "Pete Connolly; Ramin Hastings, MD; Brandon McKoy"
Steve Adubato sits down with Asw. Ellen Park (D) – NJ, Parliamentarian of the New Jersey Assembly, to discuss New Jersey’s fiscal future, affordability, and the challenges facing New Jersey’s next governor in 2026. Steve Adubato is joined by Sen. Vince Polistina (R) – NJ of the 2nd Legislative District to discuss the unique needs … Continue reading "Asw. Ellen Park (D); Sen. Vince Polistina (R)"
August 9, 2025. Steve Adubato sits down with Batya Ungar-Sargon, Columnist for Free Press and Author of “Second Class: How the Elites Betrayed America’s Working Men and Women,” to analyze the priorities of the working class, including affordability, access to healthcare, job security, and obtaining the American Dream. Show 712
Steve Adubato sits down with U.S. Rep. Rob Menendez (D) – NJ, of the 8th Congressional District, to discuss the impact of federal funding cuts to Medicaid and SNAP, immigration policy, and the importance of accessible, affordable childcare. Alan Blinder, National Correspondent for The New York Times, joins Steve Adubato to examine the current state … Continue reading "U.S. Rep. Rob Menendez (D) – NJ; Alan Blinder"
Steve Adubato is joined by Christine Guhl-Sadovy, President of the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities, to discuss rising utility costs, growing energy demands, and other pressing energy issues. Steve Adubato sits down with Jon Gooda, Vice President of Airport Operations for United Airlines at Newark Airport, to address delays, safety, and effectiveness concerns for … Continue reading "Christine Guhl-Sadovy; Jon Gooda; Jenny-Brooke Condon"
August 23, 2025. Steve Adubato sits down with Michael Wolff, author of “All or Nothing: How Trump Recaptured America,” to examine President Trump’s second term and his return to power with one of the most unpredictable Presidential campaigns in U.S. history. Show 720
August 2, 2025. In this in-depth interview, Steve Adubato sits down with U.S. Senator Andy Kim (D)—NJ to explore critical issues impacting our state and nation, including vaccine misinformation, immigration policy, federal cuts to Medicaid, and the importance of public broadcasting. Show 711
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