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Pop Culture Historian Scott Ryan Explores 1990s Cinematic Gems in  The Last Decade of Cinema, discussing iconic films, unpacking cultural impact and nostalgia for film enthusiasts everywhere. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Musicians Pete Kronowitt, Brant Miller, and Will Kimbrough Discuss Music Declares Emergency, The Climate Music Project and their plans for climate music anthem “I wanna be Cool.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Denella Clark, President and CEO of Boston Arts Academy Foundation, and board director Stephanie Brown discuss how The Boston Arts Academy, founded in 1998 as the city’s only public high school for the arts, has distinguished itself as a leader in innovative and effective student-centered education. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patricia Walsh Chadwick, author of BREAKING GLASS: Tales from the Witch of Wall Street, shares her true story of growing up in a constrictive, cult-like Catholic community and ultimately building a successful 30-year career in the investment business, culminating as a Global Partner at Invesco. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Katy Milkman, behavioral scientist and professor at the Wharton School at the University of PA, shares creative and strategic methods for overcoming common barriers to change. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cathleen Beerkens, the founder of A Wellness Revolution, and author of the new book, YOUR CREATOR MATRIX: How to Use Optimal Wellness and Quantum Healing to Master Your Story and Create Your Reality, talks about how quantum physics and the emerging sciences of epigenetics, glycobiology and nutrigenetics can support optimal health. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The prolific Dr. Bill Banfield speaks inspiringly about growing up in Motown, his groundbreaking work at the corner of music and community, spirituality & creativity, and how music and arts can be a guiding light in challenged world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Elisa Song, author of  Healthy Kids, Happy Kids: An Integrative Pediatrician’s Guide to Whole Child Resilience , is one of the foremost pioneers and trusted experts in the field of pediatric functional medicine. She talks with Mike Christian about the groundbreaking science behind  microbiome resilience  for healthy and happy brains, bodies, and immune systems. See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Dan Carmody and Karl Danso of Cathedral High School in Boston passionately discuss their impactful work with the Cathedral students and a recent $30 million gift from an anonymous alumni donor.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Public health expert, Jenny Albertini, author of the new book, Decluttered: Mindful Organizing for Health, Home, and Beyond, discusses how and why clutter manifests in our lives and identifies underlying issues and creative ways to live a healthier, less overwhelmed life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Bieber, a leading authority on pop culture and the founder of the David Bieber Archives, discusses the world’s largest collection of pop culture media and memorabilia and his long career in radio and music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deborah Cavalier, co-founder and CEO for Berklee Online talks about the array of degrees, courses, and certificate programs available through Berklee. She also covers Berklee On-Line’s annual in person conference. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bob Crawford, long-time bassist with the Avett Brothers talks passionately with Mike Christian about his respect for and the significance of the recent inductees into the Folk Americana Hall of Fame. Bob also speaks to the importance of social and cultural activism particularly as it relates to his family’s experiences with significant health-related challenges. See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

Hala Hanna, the Executive Director of Solve, an initiative of the MIT, speaks definitively about our need to achieve a more sustainable and equitable future for everybody through new voices and new passionate and innovative solutions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New York Times bestselling author, Mark Sullivan, talks about his new book, All the Glimmering Stars, a fascinating and inspiring story about two child soldiers in the Joseph Kony era of terror in Uganda and their journey from tragedy to triump h.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joan Baez, iconic folk singer, songwriter, and activist discusses her early musical influences and career, social and cultural activism, and her recent induction into the Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter Yarrow and Noel “Paul” Stookey of Peter, Paul & Mary offer insights on their recent induction into the Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame (FARHOF), their lifelong dedication to social change and justice, and warm memories of their times together with Mary Travers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luisa Siniscalchi, Outreach Manager and Nutritionist, and Danny Coakley, Public Affairs Coordinator both of NewHealth, talk about the extensive community healthcare services provided to the people of Boston’s North End and Charlestown neighborhoods. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Rush legendary folk musician and advisory board member for the Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame, talks about his 60+ year career in music, his new album, and keen observations around the FARHOF inaugural class of inductees. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Martha Sheridan, CEO of Meet Boston and Conan Harris of Conan Harris & Associates discuss the upcoming Regional Career Fair connecting job seekers with top hospitality employers in the Boston area. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck McDermott, musician, environmentalist, political staffer for the Kennedy family, and board member of the Folk Americana Hall of Fame discusses his significant career and some of the considerations for choosing the FARHOF inaugural class of inductees See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Don Was, Grammy award winning producer, musician, filmmaker, and president of Blue Note Records, talks about his career, his influences, and what differentiates the musicians in the Folk Americana Hall of Fame inaugural class of inductees. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daina Ramey Berry, Dean of Humanities and Fine Arts at UC Santa Barbara, thoughtfully discusses the history of enslaved people in our country and meaningful educational methods for our young people. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lilly Tench, author of Good Business: An Entrepreneur's Guide to Creating a Better World shares the many ways that businesses can do good in the world and make a positive impact while also delivering a profit for their shareholders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nadine Gaab and Carla Small, co-founders of EarlyBird Education, speak passionately about their mission to support young people, parents and teachers in the early identification and prevention of reading disorders and dyslexia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.