The Lisa Wexler Show

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.

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?

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. Probate Judge Lisa Wexler has presided over many hearings for people with these conditions. She shares Randye's outrage.

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.

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 ).

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.

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.

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. Lisa thanks Gloria for her particular words of wisdom years ago when Lisa had a moment of crisis.

Activist Wayne Winston joins Lisa Wexler for IT'S NOT JUST BLACK & WHITE. They discuss if ICE and the Trump Administration was a factor in Fairfield's special election, Nekima Levy Armstrong's AI doctored photo of her arrest the White House put out, controversial speed camera uses, and if ICE's racial profiling is legal.