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RITA HAYWORTH: THE HEAT IS ON! with quartet at The Triad

Austin Tang — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 16:41:37 +0000

TOMORROW! THURSDAY • Feb 19 • 6:30 PM is my show

https://tix.to/QuinnLemley

Hope you’ll join us!

Final show Weds. March 18 if you can’t make it.

Hope to see you!

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Elmo wants you moving, sleeping and eating well

Austin Tang — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:57:54 +0000

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Abbott and Sesame Workshop: Let’s make habits fun

Healthy habits start early, but busy family schedules can make routines hard to build and maintain. That’s why Abbott and Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit behind Sesame Street, are teaming up on a global program that makes routines like nutrition, sleep and movement fun and accessible for young children.

From storybooks to a new Elmo’s World YouTube special, families can download free, multilingual resources designed for kids ages 3–5. Learn more.

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Your kids got the flu? Here’s what to do.

Flu season is striking again. Caregivers, here’s your guide on what to do from the first symptoms to the all-clear for returning to school.

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Meet the 7-year-old who proves every plasma donation counts

Between soccer practice and homework, Thomas Gagen is a typical 7‑year‑old — except that every three weeks he receives plasma transfusions to manage a primary immune deficiency that makes it hard for his body to fight infections. Thomas’s story shows just how life-changing blood and plasma donors can be. Read his story.

Hack your health

A doctor’s 3 nonnegotiables

How are you prioritizing your health in 2026? At this year’s CES, Abbott and Dr. Tim Tiutan shared what you should know about health technology and healthy habits.

A few more before we go

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NYTimes: 4 Silly Ways to Keep Marriage Fun

Austin Tang — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 17:57:59 +0000

Your relationship may be solid, but is it playful?

Credit…Illustration by Matt Chase; Photographs by Shutterstock

By Jancee Dunn

My husband, Tom, and I have a series of hand signals that we use when we’re out together. When I shoot him a meaningful look and stroke my chin, that means “I have a piece of good gossip for you.” A discreet tug to my left earlobe means “time to go.” (Although, now that I’ve given it away, this gesture will be retired.)

Secret signals might sound like something from middle school. But they’re also fun.

When you’re an adult, playfulness may not always feel natural. But play helps you cope with stress and increases your life satisfaction. It also helps people in relationships feel closer. Playful behaviors like humor, banter or flirting can also remind you of the early days of your relationship, said John Kim and Vanessa Bennett, a therapist couple who wrote “It’s Not Me, It’s You.”

But playful relationships don’t always happen organically, said Roslyn Ashford, a licensed professional counselor in Mississippi. You have to invent or search for these moments of fun, she added. Here’s how.

Cultivate inside jokes.

Research has confirmed what we intuitively know: Humor is a key element of adult play. So look for small opportunities to add a little levity throughout the day, said Gaya Kodiyalam, a therapist in New York City.

You can cultivate your own lighthearted language, Kodiyalam said. She and her husband have so many nicknames for each other, she said, they rarely call each other by their given names.

They’ve also developed a series of funny rituals. The couple have a special morning hug they call a “waggle.”

These words and habits, “really do build intimacy,” she said.

Gags are another way to build in a bit of fun. For years, Tom and I had a running joke involving Baby Doll, a plastic infant our daughter had covered with magic marker tattoos. Over the years, Baby Doll had grown a grimy and sinister look.

So I would position Baby Doll in various poses — in the fridge, in the shower — to give Tom a scare. Immature, I know. But fun.

Send a silly text.

Dr. Ashford and her partner would text memes and emojis to each other for a laugh, she said.

I told Dr. Ashford that I sometimes try to find the most obscure emojis to send to Tom, without comment, like a lobster or a CD.

Or instead of texting in sentences, Dr. Ashford said, “you could speak only in emoji language,” and have your partner unravel your cryptic message.

A friend of mine texts his husband, who is frequently out of town for work, goofy pictures of their dog to make him laugh. Sometimes it’s a close-up photo of the dog huffing her food; other times he would draw on a jaunty hat or kerchief.

Plan a surprise date.

Kim and Bennett like to take turns devising a mystery date. One person does all the planning, “and all the other has to do is show up,” Kim said. Their dates have included rock climbing and renting a convertible for a scenic drive.

A good source of date ideas, Bennett said, is Airbnb Experiences, inventive activities led by local experts — many of which are not expensive.

The person being surprised should have an open mind and a good attitude, Bennett added. And if the date doesn’t go as planned, you have another inside joke, she said.

Kodiyalam encourages couples in her practice to think of activities that made them feel most alive when they were younger — and figure out how to do “an updated version of it.”

One couple she treated reminisced about scavenger hunts and obstacle courses, so Kodiyalam suggested they try tackling an escape room together. If you both loved to paint as children, you can try a “paint and sip” art class.

Make a game out of a mundane situation.

Add a little lightness to your day by looking for ways you can turn household tasks into a game, Kodiyalam said. You can have a contest to see who can make the most creative dish using ingredients you already have in the fridge or pantry, or who can tidy up an area in your house the fastest.

On a recent slog to the supermarket with Tom, I divided our shopping list and told him that whoever finished first would get a $5 scratch-off card. Lottery tickets don’t inspire the same greed in him that they do in me, but Tom loves a challenge. He raced through the supermarket aisles like a grim-faced action hero, winning the game.

Tom ended up giving the scratcher to me. I won $10. Which I then gave to him.

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Thought for the day…11/24/25

Austin Tang — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 18:09:28 +0000

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Thought of the Day…08/23/24

Austin Tang — Fri, 23 Aug 2024 14:29:07 +0000

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Hollywood meets climate

Austin Tang — Wed, 10 Jul 2024 16:57:53 +0000

Talking Climate

Each week I share a good news story & a not so good news story about the climate crisis + something…

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Compelling climate narratives in television shows and movies can help shift attitudes on climate change, a new study finds! Over a thousand participants were recruited, and researchers divided them into two groups. Half watched a climate-focused episode of Madam Secretary about a super typhoon menacing the Pacific Island nation of Nauru. The other half watched another episode of the same show about U.S. involvement in the Middle East.

People who watched the climate episode experienced “a substantial increase” in their level of concern about climate change and their support for government action. Researchers found this change persisted even two weeks after people watched the episode.

Good Energy (started by my friend Anna Jane Joyner) has a simple test for movies and TV shows to see if they’re talking about climate change. First, does climate change exist in the story world? And second, is a character aware of it?

For a long time, the answer was usually “no” – but that’s changing now. The fifth-annual Hollywood Climate Summit wrapped up this week, where creators of all stripes came together to talk about how to best include climate in their plot lines. Just like climate change touches everything in our world, I’m convinced every story can have a climate element to it – and it’s good news to see that this is becoming more common and that it …

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Make a Wish Foundation has made over 450,000 wishes come true for years – We share their great movie, WISHMAN.

Austin Tang — Thu, 28 Mar 2024 19:12:40 +0000

Listen to “Make a Wish Foundation has made over 450 000 wishes come true for years – We share their great movie, WISHMAN” on Spreaker.

Wish Man is a 2019 American biographical drama film written and directed by Theo Davies and starring Andrew Steel, Kirby Bliss Blanton, Tom Sizemore, Frank Whaley, Bruce Davison, Robert Pine, Fay Masterson, Dale Dickey and Danny Trejo.^[1] El Ride productions helped bring the film to fruition with late funding which made the final edit possible.

Premise

Frank Shankwitz, an Arizona motorcycle cop with a troubled past, survives a near-fatal accident during a high-speed pursuit. As part of Frank’s rehabilitation, police chief Sgt. Eddie Newman asks him to spend time with a terminally ill little boy, Michael, whose dying wish is to be a Highway Patrol motorcycle officer. To Michael, Frank is a hero and an unlikely friendship is born. The boy inspires Frank to follow a new path, which leads to the creation of the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Movie epilogue states that over 450,000 wishes have been granted since the beginning of the charity.

Thanks Wikipedia: Go to: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wish_Man

#wishfoundation #wishman #frankshankwitz #theodavies #andrewsteel #makeawish

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J. Luce Foundation and Complete Playground Join Forces to Make a Difference

Austin Tang — Tue, 28 Nov 2023 15:05:59 +0000

Written by Lorraine Silvetz, MSW

New York, Nov.12 – The J. Luce Foundation proudly announces its partnership with Complete Playground, celebrating a collaborative promotional, cultivating and groundbreaking event for the recently unveiled indoor Complete Playground—a revolutionary, fully inclusive space designed for both typical and special-needs children.

Honoring Real Estate Developer, Complete Gym chain owner, and founder of Complete Playground, Alex Resnik, the J. Luce Foundation recognizes his visionary contribution to the creation of a one-of-a-kind 40,000 sq. ft. indoor playground.

This innovative facility ensures a safe and enjoyable play environment for all children, inspired by Alex’s commitment to meeting the unique needs of his own children and the broader community.

Alex Resnik was presented with the prestigious Luce Foundation Humanitarian Entrepreneur 2023 Award, acknowledging his extraordinary vision and unwavering dedication to this transformative project.

Additionally, the event recognized philanthropic leaders, including John “SohoJohnny” Pasquale, awarded the 2023 “Nonprofit Leadership” honor for his benevolent efforts through the “Let Me Help, Inc.” foundation, supporting those in need through the power of music. “SohoJohnny” is a regular Renaissance man. He is not only a philanthropist, a major real estate figure with his company Pep Real Estate, an actor, a producer, and a kind-hearted entertainer.

The Clare Boothe Luce Award and the R.Adm. Stephen Bleecker Luce Award for Maritime Leadership were bestowed upon Lorraine Silvetz, MSW, and Robert Silvetz, MD, founders of Global Stress Initiative, in recognition of their outstanding contributions in providing non-invasive treatment to veterans, service members, and survivors of trauma with PTSD since 2010.

Renowned artist Tatyana Horoshko Gegera and engineer/philanthropist Alexander “Sasha” Gegera were honored for their generous donation of exceptional portraits immortalizing founders of various non-profit organizations, including Let Me Help, Inc., The J. Luce Foundation, Global Stress Initiative, The Henderson Foundation, and Operation Warrior Shield. Tatyana and Sasha recently launched their foundation “Portrait of Freedom” whose mission is to support all children’s, especially the underprivileged, development and training in art.

DeCosta Headley of Brooklyn received an award for his outstanding contributions to the community, highlighting his dedication to enhancing the quality of life through initiatives such as college scholarships, employment opportunities, and social services. DeCosta has always been a leader in East New York, and Brownsville, including his post as District Leader for the 40th Assembly district in East New York. He founded the D.R E.A.M. Foundation which serves East New York in a myriad of ways.

The event, attended by a diverse audience, featured performances by world-renowned classical pianist Dr. Chen Wang, musical savant Jewels Harrison, and Quinn Lemley, star of “Rita Hayworth: The Heat is On!”

Jim Luce, founder of the Luce Foundation, emphasized the organization’s impactful work over the past 24 years, spanning Orphans International Worldwide, the Young Global Leadership Foundation, and education centers worldwide.

Several of the Luce Young Global Leaders were recognized for their advocacy and community service during the program. The future is bright with this beautiful team, from a diverse age group, dedicating themselves to making a difference, for the less fortunate, in our world.

For more information about the organizations involved, please visit:

Complete Playground: www.completeplayground.org

Luce Foundation:

www.lucefoundation.org

Global Stress Initiative: www.globalstressinitiative.org

Let Me Help, Inc.:

www.letmehelpinc.org

Portrait of Freedom:

www.portraitoffreedom.com

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Support a Nurse who makes a difference

Austin Tang — Mon, 09 May 2022 16:08:56 +0000

It’s National Nurses Week– the perfect time to show Northwell Health’s nurses how much you appreciate all they do.

National Nurses Week is celebrated annually May 6-12, ending on the birthday of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing. Florence Nightingale was a pioneer, and Northwell Health’s team of 18,900 nurses embody her extraordinary passion and dedication. The fact that nine of our hospitals have received the coveted Magnet® designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center, which recognizes excellence in nursing and quality patient care, is a testament to the phenomenal care our nurses provide. Only nine percent of all hospitals worldwide have achieved this distinction.

You can thank our nurses by making a gift to the Nurse Support Fund. Your gift to the Nurse Support Fund allows us to implement programs through Northwell Health that support their emotional wellbeing. Make a gift in their honor today.

When you make your donation, you can also send a personal message to thank a special nurse or nursing team on a specific unit that may have helped you or a loved one.

Please join our family of generous supporters by making your special gift today. I hope you will help us celebrate and honor the nurses whose care and commitment have touched your life – or the life of a loved one. It will warm their hearts to know you appreciate their compassion, hard work
and expertise.

Thank you!

Maureen T. White, RN, MBA,
NEA-BC, FNAP, FAAN
Executive VP and Chief Nurse Executive,
Margaret Crotty & Rory Riggs Clinical Chair in Nursing, Northwell Health

P.S. Your gift to the Nurse Support Fund allows us to implement programs through Northwell Health that support their emotional well-being. Your gift and personal message will make a difference for the Northwell nurses in your community.

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Defending Your Skin’s Glow During the Dog Days of Summer! “Classic Good News” 07/27/07

Austin Tang — Thu, 27 Jan 2022 17:57:02 +0000

The summer is fast approaching which presents a host of skin-related seasonal challenges, from sunburns, and heat and humidity that threaten our freshly made-up face to pesky mosquito bites. While we can’t control the humidity or the temperature, we can prepare ourselves for the dog days of summer with a little help from former Survivor contestant and make-up artist on The View, Rebecca Borman.

#rebecca #borman #celebrity #make #up #skin #glow #dog #days #summer #sunburn #heat #humidity #face #mosquito #bites #temperature #survivor #view #seasonal

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