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  • Growing Up Together - Program Director Brooke Mellett

    Growing Up Together - Program Director Brooke Mellett
    Aug 13 2025
    On today's very special episode of Agents of Humanity, the co-hosts are joined for a fun-filled chat with our friend, Brooke Mellett. Brooke is the proud Program Director of The Nicholas Center, where she has worked for the past decade, watching our co-hosts blossom through the program. She is also the recent winner of Long Island Business News' 40 under 40 award. Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tomas, Tara, and Jason. Follow @thenicholascenter on Facebook, @nicholascenter on Instagram, and @nicholas-center on LinkedIn.

    Agents of Humanity is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.

    Agents of Humanity was originally developed by Dave Thompson and George Andriopoulos.

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    1 h et 4 min
  • You Gotta Laugh...Through Cancer - Comedian John Ziegler

    You Gotta Laugh...Through Cancer - Comedian John Ziegler
    Jul 30 2025

    John Ziegler, a Long Island native who uses his comedy to raise awareness about pancreatic cancer. John dreamed of going into stand-up comedy as a child. He made it a reality when he switched careers at age 40. But everything changed after more than a decade on stage when at age 54 he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. After learning the news, he decided to write a comedy special…and with the help of friends, he did just that! Writing the special from his hospital bed in 2021. Six weeks after chemotherapy, with the help of friends, he taped "Getting My Affairs in Order" at Governors Comedy Club on Long Island. 4 years later John is healthy and happy and continuing to make 'em laugh!

    For more on John Ziegler see: https://www.johnzieglercomedy.com/

    Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tomas, Tara, and Jason. Follow @thenicholascenter on Facebook, @nicholascenter on Instagram, and @nicholas-center on LinkedIn.

    Agents of Humanity is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.

    Agents of Humanity was originally developed by Dave Thompson and George Andriopoulos.

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    31 min
  • The Nonprofit Sector Connector - Tommy DiMisa

    The Nonprofit Sector Connector - Tommy DiMisa
    Jul 17 2025

    Tommy DiMisa, "Tommy D" is “the Nonprofit Sector Connector!” - a philanthropic activist, he serves on multiple nonprofit Boards and hosts a weekly live program, “Philanthropy in Phocus,” interviewing nonprofit leaders -to share their story and amplify their message. Tommy D is active with the LindyLoo Foundation honoring the life of his cousin. believes that everyone has access to and can offer the "3 T's" - Time, Treasure and Talent!

    Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tomas, Tara, and Jason. Follow @thenicholascenter on Facebook, @nicholascenter on Instagram, and @nicholas-center on LinkedIn.

    Agents of Humanity is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.

    Agents of Humanity was originally developed by Dave Thompson and George Andriopoulos.

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    42 min
  • Shining a Spotlight on All Abilities - Maria Dente-Higgins

    Shining a Spotlight on All Abilities - Maria Dente-Higgins
    Jul 2 2025
    Maria Dente-Higgins is the founder and director of “Dente’s Dreamers”, an inclusion-based production company through which she creates theatrical experiences that are nothing short of magic—where every voice is heard, every talent is honored, and every ability shines. Additionally, Maria is a devoted special education teacher of 13 years with the New York City Department of Education and the proud president of “Joey’s Friends Too”, a nonprofit providing essential medical equipment to families in need. https://www.dentesdreamers.com/ https://www.joeysfriendstoo.com/ Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tomas, Tara, and Jason. Follow @thenicholascenter on Facebook, @nicholascenter on Instagram, and @nicholas-center on LinkedIn.

    Agents of Humanity is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.

    Agents of Humanity was originally developed by Dave Thompson and George Andriopoulos.

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    41 min
  • Creative Steps to Inclusion - Lisa Szilagyi

    Creative Steps to Inclusion - Lisa Szilagyi
    Jun 18 2025
    Lisa Szilagyi began her career in special education after the birth of her daughter Emily who was born with “Tuberous Sclerosis Complex” or TSC. An award winning Special Education Teacher, Lisa has been involved with the TSC Alliance, created multiple programs connecting people with and without disabilities, and more. Today, Lisa is the co-founder, President & Program Director of The Aurelia Foundation’s Creative Steps Day Program for adults with developmental disabilities. https://www.creativesteps.org/ Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tomas, Tara, and Jason. Follow @thenicholascenter on Facebook, @nicholascenter on Instagram, and @nicholas-center on LinkedIn.

    Agents of Humanity is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.

    Agents of Humanity was originally developed by Dave Thompson and George Andriopoulos.

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    50 min
  • Disabled Does Not Mean Unable - Kevin Schultze

    Disabled Does Not Mean Unable - Kevin Schultze
    Jun 5 2025
    Kevin Schultze joins us from the Farmingdale Public Library, where he works through Helen Keller Services’ work experience program. One of his many duties at the library is creating and hosting their first ever podcast, “Beyond the Rotunda”, where Kevin interviews authors, people of interest from the community and more. https://www.farmingdalelibrary.org/ https://rss.com/podcasts/beyond-the-rotunda-pod2/ Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tomas, Tara, and Jason. Follow @thenicholascenter on Facebook, @nicholascenter on Instagram, and @nicholas-center on LinkedIn.

    Agents of Humanity is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.

    Agents of Humanity was originally developed by Dave Thompson and George Andriopoulos.

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    43 min
  • Keeping Our Community Clean - Nadine Delmonte

    Keeping Our Community Clean - Nadine Delmonte
    May 22 2025
    Nadine Delmonte is 3 years into her 1st term as Port Washington Garbage District Commissioner. A Port Washington native, she attended Boston University and is a former owner of LaMotta’s Waterside Restaurant in Port Washington. https://pwgarbagedistrict.com/home-page Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tomas, Tara, and Jason. Follow @thenicholascenter on Facebook, @nicholascenter on Instagram, and @nicholas-center on LinkedIn.

    Agents of Humanity is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.

    Agents of Humanity was originally developed by Dave Thompson and George Andriopoulos.

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    30 min
  • Dream Creator - Stacey Saltzman

    Dream Creator - Stacey Saltzman
    May 8 2025
    Stacey Saltzman, and her “My Style Camp” studio invites viewing fashion as a vehicle for self-expression. At the start, it was Pop-Up workshops and utilizing her garage for classes! Today, a thriving studiowhere children, tweens and adults learn to design, sew and upcycle and repurpose clothing and accessories. Stacey's philosophy creates a safe space for creativity, self-expression, following following your own creative muse and fostering self confidence! https://mystylecamp.com/ Today's podcast is hosted by our very own agents of humanity: Robert, Tomas, Tara, and Jason. Follow @thenicholascenter on Facebook, @nicholascenter on Instagram, and @nicholas-center on LinkedIn.

    Agents of Humanity is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.

    Agents of Humanity was originally developed by Dave Thompson and George Andriopoulos.

    Subscribe to Agents of Humanity on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes, every two weeks!

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    42 min