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The Documentary "Spacewoman" about NASA Pilot and Commander Eileen Collins

SPACEWOMAN [https://www.eileencollins.com/] is a new documentary about Eileen Collins, the first woman to pilot and command a spacecraft. Directed by Hannah Berryman, the film follows Eileen Collins’ journey from her working-class beginnings in Elmira, NY, to USAF Test Pilot, breaking glass ceilings at NASA, piloting and commanding four space shuttle missions, and navigating the pressures for her family. SPACEWOMAN is in select theaters nationwide, including the Quad Cinema in The Village. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Gotham Coyote on Our Urban Ecosystem and the Coyotes in Our Midst

Perhaps no one knows more about the coyotes in our region than Chris Nagy, a wildlife biologist working in New York City since 2001, and co-founder of Gotham Coyote [https://www.gothamcoyote.org/]. The organization brings together researchers and educators from several institutions around the area to better understand coyotes and their role in our urban ecosystem. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

I WISH I’D QUIT SOONER: Practical Strategies for Navigating and Escaping a Toxic Boss

As far too many people know from experience, working for a toxic boss takes a toll. Even highly accomplished and experienced people can feel beaten down and hopelessly trapped. Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett’s book is I WISH I’D QUIT SOONER: Practical Strategies for Navigating and Escaping a Toxic Boss. Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett is an organizational psychologist and expert on workplace culture, career development, toxic leadership, and burnout. Along with her 25 years of experience in her field, she holds a PhD in industrial/organizational psychology from the University of Calgary, where she is currently an adjunct professor.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Amida Care on the Implications of Weakening Medicaid

As New York State navigates federal threats to cut Medicaid and the social safety net, my guest is Joe Pressley is Vice President of Public Policy & Government Relations at Amida Care [https://www.amidacareny.org/], to help us understand the implications of weakening medicaid—especially at a time when HIV cases are rising—and what the state could do to protect patients and funding. Amida Care is New York State’s largest special needs health care plan, serving nearly 10,000 members living with HIV/AIDS, complex health issues, and experiencing homelessness. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Teatro Fest NYC: Celebrating Latinx Theater Through April 30.

Teatro Fest NYC [https://latinotheatersny.com/] showcases the breadth and vitality of Latinx theater in New York City, with 24 productions by ten leading Latinx theaters, continuing through April 30. The citywide event is a shared celebration of storytelling, culture, and artistic innovation. My guest is Sándie Luna, Executive Director of ID Studio Theater and member of The Alliance of Teatros Latinos New York. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.