Welcome to the “Here and Now” podcast” from WABC-TV New York and Eyewitness News.
Every week, host Sandra Bookman takes a deep dive into the issues and stories that impact the Black community, from elected leaders and experts voicing their opinions and positions, to community activists and grassroots groups highlighting concerns and changing lives to entrepreneurs big and small making a difference.
“Here and Now” offers in-depth discussions about the things that matter most: the economy, education and important health issues. We also showcase the best in Black culture, whether it's theater, music, visual arts, fashion, sports or tech trends.
The show provides a platform for those making a difference in the African-American community to share their stories and the lessons they've learned.
We'll also be sharing some bonus content like extended interviews with some of our biggest names and newsmakers, so hit follow and join us each week.
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Welcome to the “Here and Now” podcast” from WABC-TV New York and Eyewitness News.
Every week, host Sandra Bookman takes a deep dive into the issues and stories that impact the Black community, from elected leaders and experts voicing their opinions and positions, to community activists and grassroots groups highlighting concerns and changing lives to entrepreneurs big and small making a difference.
“Here and Now” offers in-depth discussions about the things that matter most: the economy, education and important health issues. We also showcase the best in Black culture, whether it's theater, music, visual arts, fashion, sports or tech trends.
The show provides a platform for those making a difference in the African-American community to share their stories and the lessons they've learned.
We'll also be sharing some bonus content like extended interviews with some of our biggest names and newsmakers, so hit follow and join us each week.
Collette V. Smith, NFL's first African American female coach, talks new book
Here and Now with Sandra Bookman
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Collette V. Smith, NFL's first African American female coach, talks new book
Coming up on Here and Now, we introduce you to a groundbreaking author who is defying the odds both on and off the field.
As a professional football player, the first African American female NFL coach and the first woman to coach the New York Jets, Collette V. Smith truly follows her own playbook.
And now in her new book for young readers, "Collette's Courage," Smith is encouraging others to follow their own passions, no matter how different or impossible they may seem to others.
Joining us today is the founder and president of the nonprofit Believe N You and new author Collette V. Smith.
Plus, how the "She Did That: 2025 Holiday Bazaar" is elevating Black-owned brands.
Also ahead on our program: Mental health and black men. How the Arthur Ashe Institute for Urban Health's "Barbershop Talk with Brothers" promotes community health and wellness.
And Black Farmers United New York State on the impact of the Trump tariffs.
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Here and Now with Sandra Bookman
Welcome to the “Here and Now” podcast” from WABC-TV New York and Eyewitness News.
Every week, host Sandra Bookman takes a deep dive into the issues and stories that impact the Black community, from elected leaders and experts voicing their opinions and positions, to community activists and grassroots groups highlighting concerns and changing lives to entrepreneurs big and small making a difference.
“Here and Now” offers in-depth discussions about the things that matter most: the economy, education and important health issues. We also showcase the best in Black culture, whether it's theater, music, visual arts, fashion, sports or tech trends.
The show provides a platform for those making a difference in the African-American community to share their stories and the lessons they've learned.
We'll also be sharing some bonus content like extended interviews with some of our biggest names and newsmakers, so hit follow and join us each week.
