Island Outlook

Island Outlook

Want to know more about the Island we call home? That's where Island Outlook comes in! Each week, we talk with Long Island's movers and shakers to find out what's going on in our local communities. Recent episodes are featured below. You can PLAY, DOWNLOAD, or even SUBSCRIBE using an RSS reader so that you never miss a minute!

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Dr. Singh

Leeana Karlson is joined by Dr. Singh of Arch Dental Associated to discuss the link between oral health and overall health.

Posted 5/24/2013 9:36:00 AM

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Jones Beach Power Squadron

Leeana Karlson is joined by Peter TenBrink, Past Director Commander and Past Commander, Karen Flinn, District Flag Lieutenant and Past Commander and Marty Seconhouse, Squadron Safety Officer. They have a conversation about National Safe Boating Week (5/18/13-5/24/13) and how to make Long Island waters safer. They also discuss how to get boating education and how south shore waters have been affected by Superstorm Sandy.

Posted 5/24/2013 9:30:00 AM

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North Shore Animal League America

Leeana Karlson is joined by Sylvia Ottaka, Senior Director of Operations, Christine Travaglia, Shelter Manager and Byron Logan, Director of Corporate and National Outreach. They have a conversation about the importance of pet adoption and the drawbacks of purchasing a pet that may have come from a mill. They also talk about the global reach of "Adoptathon" and how they're able to save so many animals and place them in their forever homes.

Posted 5/23/2013 7:26:00 PM

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National MS Society

Leeana Karlson is joined by Stacy Bona, Vice President of Campaign Development, Jane Reilly, Director of Chapter Programs and Robin D'Andrea, Co-chair of Government Relations Committee. They have a conversation about the year's biggest fundraising efforts, including Walk-MS. They also discuss advancements in research, diagnosis and treatment for people living with multiple sclerosis.

Posted 5/23/2013 7:21:00 PM

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Friedberg JCC

Leeana Karlson is joined by Arnie Preminger, President and CEO of Friedberg JCC, Roni Kleinman, Vice President for Long Beach Operations for Friedberg JCC and Lori Zlotoff, LSW for Sandy Care for Friedberg JCC. They have a conversation about how Friedberg JCC was able to help the community and provide services before, during and after Superstorm Sandy.

Posted 5/23/2013 7:15:00 PM

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Dr. Antonios Gasparis

Leeana Karlson speaks with Dr. Antonios Gasparis about vein diseases. These include varicose veins and methods of detection, prevention and treatment.

Posted 2/25/2013 10:58:00 AM

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Literacy Nassau

Frank Brinka speaks with Karen Michele, the Executive Director of LITERACY NASSAU, and Mark Leff, from CISCO Systems about the work of Literacy Nassau and their annual fundraiser on March 7th. Literacy Nassau helps adults do a better job of communicating despite
verbal disabilities.

Posted 2/22/2013 5:17:00 AM

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Dr. Sharma

Leeana Karlson speaks with Dr. Sharma, of Premier Care, about the importance of vaccinations. They also discuss misconceptions and what is suggested in children and adults.

Posted 2/15/2013 10:09:00 AM

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Congressman Tim Bishop

Frank Brinka chats with Congressman Tim Bishop about the outcome of the most recent election, Long Island’s recovery from Superstorm Sandy, the controversial Congressional issues with the storm relief bill, and the government’s ongoing fiscal issues.

Posted 1/13/2013 9:00:00 AM

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Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center

Leeana Karlson chats with Dr. Melinda Staiger and Diana Moglia of Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center about breast cancer, the steps taken once someone is diagnosed, differences between digital and film mammographies and looking further into genetic testing.

Posted 11/18/2012 9:00:00 AM