Sinopsis
Difference Makers: Stories from Main Street, is a weekly profile of a person or organization making a difference in communities across the Tri-State area.
Episodios
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![Robotic pets helping elderly adults overcome loneliness amid pandemic]()
Robotic pets helping elderly adults overcome loneliness amid pandemic
25/11/2020 Duración: 02minThe pandemic has made isolation for older people much worse, but pets can help dramatically – even if they aren’t real. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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![Nigerian refugee creates NYC shelter for others like him]()
Nigerian refugee creates NYC shelter for others like him
14/11/2020 Duración: 02minA Nigerian refugee in New York City is working to make sure every person has a safe place to live when they come to America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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![Brooklyn brothers give out thousands of blankets to homeless people]()
Brooklyn brothers give out thousands of blankets to homeless people
07/11/2020 Duración: 02minTwo brothers from Brooklyn are making a difference in the world, one blanket at a time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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![Refugees, immigrants bring a taste of home to New York City]()
Refugees, immigrants bring a taste of home to New York City
31/10/2020 Duración: 02minIt’s no secret that New York City is a cultural hub and the chefs at Eat Offbeat are working to bring the flavors of their home countries to the five boroughs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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![Baker steps up to help Bronx mom struggling to feed family on sons birthday]()
Baker steps up to help Bronx mom struggling to feed family on son's birthday
30/10/2020 Duración: 03minA New York baker who heard the story of a Bronx mother struggling to feed her three children decided to help when she heard the family couldn't even afford a birthday cake for one of the boys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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![NJ man laid off due to pandemic launches free service mowing lawns for seniors, veterans]()
NJ man laid off due to pandemic launches free service mowing lawns for seniors, veterans
20/10/2020 Duración: 02minA New Jersey man who lost his job during the height of the coronavirus pandemic has found a new purpose helping seniors and disabled veterans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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![Queens neighbors find new sense of community amid pandemic]()
Queens neighbors find new sense of community amid pandemic
15/10/2020 Duración: 02minNew York City has closed some of its streets to cars during the pandemic, and some people in one neighborhood have really taken advantage of it. Mike Sugerman has the story from Jackson Heights, Queens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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![Brooklyn restaurant is showing off a much different menu]()
Brooklyn restaurant is showing off a much different menu
08/10/2020 Duración: 02minCelebrated chef Greg Baxtrom, owner of Olmsted and Maison Yaki, handed over the keys to his popular restaurants to help emerging Black chefs. Mike Sugerman has his story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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![New Jersey teens take on landscaping gigs for charity]()
New Jersey teens take on landscaping gigs for charity
25/09/2020 Duración: 02minThe yards in one New Jersey town are being transformed thanks to a group of local teens raking in the dough for chairty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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![Queens High School Creates Cookbook To Help Community Recover From Coronavirus]()
Queens High School Creates Cookbook To Help Community Recover From Coronavirus
15/09/2020 Duración: 02minA school in Queens that was hard hit by the coronavirus pandemic is recovering and one resident has the recipe for success. Mike Sugerman has the story. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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![Man Uses Radio To Thank Frontline Workers In Wife’s Memory]()
Man Uses Radio To Thank Frontline Workers In Wife’s Memory
17/07/2020 Duración: 03minSean Adams reports. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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![Bronx Hospital’s Bees Offer Sweet Relief For Local Community]()
Bronx Hospital’s Bees Offer Sweet Relief For Local Community
09/07/2020 Duración: 02minSean Adams reports. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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![99-Year-Old WWII Vet On Mission To Save USS Ling]()
99-Year-Old WWII Vet On Mission To Save USS Ling
29/06/2020 Duración: 02minSean Aaams reports. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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![Teens Start 5Help Movement To Support Frontline Workers]()
Teens Start 5Help Movement To Support Frontline Workers
25/06/2020 Duración: 02minMike Sugerman reports. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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![A Whiskey Maker in Brooklyn Uses His Main Ingredient to Make Hands Cleans]()
A Whiskey Maker in Brooklyn Uses His Main Ingredient to Make Hands Cleans
16/06/2020 Duración: 02minMike Sugerman reports. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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![Virginia Nurse Embarks On New COVID Mission In Connecticut]()
Virginia Nurse Embarks On New COVID Mission In Connecticut
15/06/2020 Duración: 02minKristie Keleshian reports. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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![North Brooklyn Angels Charity Partnering With Local Kitchens To Serve Those In Need]()
North Brooklyn Angels Charity Partnering With Local Kitchens To Serve Those In Need
11/06/2020 Duración: 02minMike Sugerman reports. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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![Hot Dogs Are Making Some People Feel Comfortable During the Corona Outbreak]()
Hot Dogs Are Making Some People Feel Comfortable During the Corona Outbreak
09/06/2020 Duración: 02minMike Sugerman reports. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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![COVID-19 Patients and Families Live Stream Through Simple Tablets to Stay Connected]()
COVID-19 Patients and Families Live Stream Through Simple Tablets to Stay Connected
02/06/2020 Duración: 02minMike Sugerman reports. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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![NJ Singer-Songwriter Dedicates Original Music To Healthcare Workers]()
NJ Singer-Songwriter Dedicates Original Music To Healthcare Workers
30/05/2020 Duración: 03minMack Rosenberg reports. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
