OPEN

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OPEN is BronxNet’s premier weekday magazine show, bringing you the heartbeat of the Bronx and beyond. Join hosts Dr. Bob Lee (Mondays), Daren Jaime (Wednesdays), and Rhina Valentin (Fridays) for an essential mix of local news, civic engagement, and world-class culture. From hard-hitting conversations with community leaders to exclusive performances by rising stars in arts and entertainment, OPEN is your daily window into the stories and people shaping our borough.

  1. 3일 전

    OPEN Friday: June 26, 2026

    In a very special edition of OPEN Friday, host Rhina Valentin marks 20 years of the program by taking a nostalgic look back. The celebration begins with a tribute to the entertainment industry's finest, including the actors, directors, producers, and filmmakers who have graced the show. Next, she revisits the culinary experts and nutrition educators who have provided valuable insights over the past two decades. Rhina also takes pride in revisiting the notable literary figures featured on the show, ranging from novelists to children's book authors. To conclude the trip down memory lane, she highlights the exceptional creative abilities discovered through the Open Artist Spotlight. OPEN is BronxNet’s premier weekday magazine show, bringing you the heartbeat of the Bronx and beyond. Join hosts Dr. Bob Lee (Mondays), Daren Jaime (Wednesdays), and Rhina Valentin (Fridays) for an essential mix of local news, civic engagement, and world-class culture. From hard-hitting conversations with community leaders to exclusive performances by rising stars in arts and entertainment, OPEN is your daily window into the stories and people shaping our borough.

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  2. 5일 전

    OPEN Wednesday: June 24, 2026

    On this episode of OPEN, Dr. Pamela Eatman-Skinner, Director of CUNY Start at Bronx Community College, along with students Jokeisha Jackson and Jayvian Serrano, discuss how the CUNY Start program helps students build the academic skills and confidence needed for college success. Then, Paul Costiglio, Director of Marketing and Communications at the Inner-City Scholarship Fund, alongside scholarship recipient Samuel Asare, shares how the organization has helped thousands of New York City students access Catholic education through tuition assistance and scholarships. Next, Cindy McField-Asamoah, Founder of The Boys' Room, and Leadership Mentor Max Guy discuss the importance of mentorship, community, and leadership development for young men of color attending independent schools. Lastly, Lisa Baxter, kidney health advocate, author, and host of The Lisa Baxter Show, shares her personal journey with kidney disease and discusses the importance of kidney health awareness, organ donation, and patient advocacy. OPEN is BronxNet’s premier weekday magazine show, bringing you the heartbeat of the Bronx and beyond. Join hosts Dr. Bob Lee (Mondays), Daren Jaime (Wednesdays), and Rhina Valentin (Fridays) for an essential mix of local news, civic engagement, and world-class culture. From hard-hitting conversations with community leaders to exclusive performances by rising stars in arts and entertainment, OPEN is your daily window into the stories and people shaping our borough.

    59분

  3. 6월 22일

    OPEN Monday: June 22, 2026

    OPEN host Doctor Bob Lee is joined by Erin Vilardi, Founder and CEO, Vote Run Lead and Vote Run Lead Action, who highlights how her organization trains women with aspirations to run for and hold positions in office. Sheila Duke, CEO, Roads to Success, discusses her organization's dedication to youth development, shining a light on the college and career readiness programs offered to students. N.E.A. "Big Chief" Donald Harrison Jr., Multi-genre Jazz Artist and Saxophonist, discusses his work with the next generation of musicians, spotlights his multi-genre project, "Magic Touch" and discusses his new record label and brand, Roots to Infinity. OPEN is BronxNet’s premier weekday magazine show, bringing you the heartbeat of the Bronx and beyond. Join hosts Dr. Bob Lee (Mondays), Daren Jaime (Wednesdays), and Rhina Valentin (Fridays) for an essential mix of local news, civic engagement, and world-class culture. From hard-hitting conversations with community leaders to exclusive performances by rising stars in arts and entertainment, OPEN is your daily window into the stories and people shaping our borough.

    59분

  4. 6월 19일

    OPEN Friday: June 19, 2026

    On this episode of Open Friday, host Rhina Valentin is joined by New York Times bestselling author and writer Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah, along with Brooklyn College philosophy professor Kobie Coleman, to talk about the Harlem Renaissance Stroll celebrating Juneteenth. Then, strategist, cultural thinker, and researcher Dr. Ayoka Wiles joins us to talk about the Mosaic Network and Fund. Finally, our Open Artist Spotlight shines on distinguished writer, playwright, organizer, and educator Dr. Mahogany L. Browne, who closes out the show by performing her poem, "Matriarch's Altar." OPEN is BronxNet’s premier weekday magazine show, bringing you the heartbeat of the Bronx and beyond. Join hosts Dr. Bob Lee (Mondays), Daren Jaime (Wednesdays), and Rhina Valentin (Fridays) for an essential mix of local news, civic engagement, and world-class culture. From hard-hitting conversations with community leaders to exclusive performances by rising stars in arts and entertainment, OPEN is your daily window into the stories and people shaping our borough.

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  5. 6월 17일

    OPEN Wednesday: June 17, 2026

    On this episode of OPEN, Arianne Saxton, Senior Project Manager with the Bronx Opioid Collective and Melissa Nieves, Director of Outreach and Integration at La Casa de Salud, discuss how the Bronx Opioid Collective addresses the opioid crisis in the Bronx. Then, Anthony Robinson, Project Program Coordinator at JCCA, and his mentee Tyriek Perkins, share how mentorship and stability in foster care can transform young lives, highlighting the impact of the Arches program. Next, Jamie Maleszka-Tate, Director of Creative Arts at The Fortune Society, and artist Meagan Bianca Betances explore how the 13th Annual Arts Festival supports justice-impacted individuals through creative expression and healing. Lastly, Dr. Pamela Eatman-Skinner and Rev. Eugene R. Palmore, Co-Directors of the Ebony Ecumenical Ensemble, discuss the Ensemble’s 47-year legacy of preserving African American choral traditions and the cultural significance of music in celebrating Juneteenth. OPEN is BronxNet’s premier weekday magazine show, bringing you the heartbeat of the Bronx and beyond. Join hosts Dr. Bob Lee (Mondays), Daren Jaime (Wednesdays), and Rhina Valentin (Fridays) for an essential mix of local news, civic engagement, and world-class culture. From hard-hitting conversations with community leaders to exclusive performances by rising stars in arts and entertainment, OPEN is your daily window into the stories and people shaping our borough.

    59분

  6. 6월 15일

    OPEN Monday: June 15, 2026

    On this week's edition of OPEN Monday, host Doctor Bob Lee sits down with Diane Burrows, Chair of the Speakers Bureau, League of Women Voters of the City of New York, and Isabelle Starr, Intern, LWVNYC, to discuss an important policy change that may have major impact on voters, in this year's local June Primary Elections. Bola Sokunbi, Author, Founder and CEO, Financial Educator, Clever Girl Finance, spotlights how she is empowering women in their journey to building generational wealth, and spotlights the release of foremost work, "Clever Girl Millionaire". Claude McKnight, Founder of Take 6,  spotlights their album, "Rhapsody". Kevin McEwen, Founder, Kofago Dance Ensemble, and Serena Maximilien, Program Director, Kofago Taraji, speak about the Kofago Dance's community and cultural impact, highlights recent and upcoming performances, and previews their paid summer dance intensive.  OPEN is BronxNet’s premier weekday magazine show, bringing you the heartbeat of the Bronx and beyond. Join hosts Dr. Bob Lee (Mondays), Daren Jaime (Wednesdays), and Rhina Valentin (Fridays) for an essential mix of local news, civic engagement, and world-class culture. From hard-hitting conversations with community leaders to exclusive performances by rising stars in arts and entertainment, OPEN is your daily window into the stories and people shaping our borough.

    59분

  7. 6월 12일

    OPEN Friday: June 12, 2026

    On this episode of OPEN Friday, host Rhina Valentin is joined by the 2026 Bronx Walk of Fame People’s Choice Award winner for the culinary arts, Jimmy Rodriguez Jr., who is here to discuss the key to his success. Then the National Puerto Rican Day Parade makes its return for the 69th annual celebration, and board member Lorraine Cortés-Vázquez is with us to preview this year’s festivities. After that, the Director of Research Programs at Centro, Dr. Cristel Jusino Díaz, joins us to talk about the Center for Puerto Rican Studies at Hunter College. Finally, our OPEN Artist Spotlight shines on 2026 The Bronx Summer Jam co-producer Fernando Michael, founder of The Fox and King, and R&B recording artist Nenny Melodias, who closes out the show by performing her song, 'You Know It.' OPEN is BronxNet’s premier weekday magazine show, bringing you the heartbeat of the Bronx and beyond. Join hosts Dr. Bob Lee (Mondays), Daren Jaime (Wednesdays), and Rhina Valentin (Fridays) for an essential mix of local news, civic engagement, and world-class culture. From hard-hitting conversations with community leaders to exclusive performances by rising stars in arts and entertainment, OPEN is your daily window into the stories and people shaping our borough.

    59분

  8. 6월 5일

    OPEN Friday: June 05, 2026

    On this episode of Open Friday, host Rhina Valentin is joined by miniature artist Danny Cortes to discuss his unique style of creating pint-sized versions of real-sized objects and his work with the Cristian Rivera Foundation. Then, the Bronx Vegan Bazaar is back, highlighting chef and plant-based cooking instructor Chef Sunshine, aka The Vegan Snob. After that, the founder and organizer of El Barrio’s Parade, Marc Reign, joins us to discuss the 6th Annual El Barrio Parade. Finally, our Open Artist Spotlight shines on vocalist and producer Aloro, who closes out the show with Marcus Simpson on keyboard, performing their rendition of the song "I Cover the Waterfront." OPEN is BronxNet’s premier weekday magazine show, bringing you the heartbeat of the Bronx and beyond. Join hosts Dr. Bob Lee (Mondays), Daren Jaime (Wednesdays), and Rhina Valentin (Fridays) for an essential mix of local news, civic engagement, and world-class culture. From hard-hitting conversations with community leaders to exclusive performances by rising stars in arts and entertainment, OPEN is your daily window into the stories and people shaping our borough.

    59분
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OPEN is BronxNet’s premier weekday magazine show, bringing you the heartbeat of the Bronx and beyond. Join hosts Dr. Bob Lee (Mondays), Daren Jaime (Wednesdays), and Rhina Valentin (Fridays) for an essential mix of local news, civic engagement, and world-class culture. From hard-hitting conversations with community leaders to exclusive performances by rising stars in arts and entertainment, OPEN is your daily window into the stories and people shaping our borough.

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