The Junction: A New Podcast Exploring Leadership, Culture, Public Life, and the Conversations Shaping Our Future
New York, NY — Dr. Lisette Nieves, nationally recognized civic leader, educator, author, and President of the Fund for the City of New York, has officially launched The Junction with Lisette Nieves, a new podcast dedicated to meaningful conversations at the intersection of leadership, culture, education, equity, storytelling, and public life.
In a moment defined by rapid change and growing division, The Junction offers listeners a space for reflection, dialogue, and deeper understanding. Through engaging conversations with authors, public servants, educators, artists, organizers, and thought leaders, Dr. Nieves explores the experiences, ideas, and challenges shaping communities today and the leadership required to move society forward.
“The most transformative conversations often happen at the crossroads of lived experience, identity, service, and imagination,” said Dr. Nieves. “The Junction is about bringing people together to explore those intersections honestly, thoughtfully, and with curiosity.”
The podcast features dynamic guests from across sectors and disciplines, creating conversations that are intellectually grounded while remaining deeply personal and accessible. Episodes explore themes including civic leadership, youth and workforce development, social justice, education, creativity, public service, and the future of communities in an evolving world.
Dr. Nieves brings decades of experience in education, philanthropy, workforce innovation, and nonprofit leadership to the podcast. In addition to leading the Fund for the City of New York, she is a nationally respected voice on educational equity, leadership development, and the future of work.
Listen to
The Junction with Lisette Nieves
YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/@TheJunctionwithLisetteNieves
Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/show/033cYWODJOXRChtiD9q7os?si=7513a6f49882417a
Apple Podcasts
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-junction-with-lisette-nieves/id1896693393
iHeartRadio
https://www.iheart.com/podcast/332967749/
To learn more about Dr. Lisette Nieves, upcoming episodes, speaking engagements, and her work in civic leadership and education, visit:
https://www.lisette-nieves.com/
About Dr. Lisette Nieves
Dr. Lisette Nieves is President of the Fund for the City of New York and a nationally recognized leader in education, workforce development, civic engagement, and social impact. Throughout her career, she has worked across philanthropy, higher education, government, and the nonprofit sector to advance opportunity, strengthen communities, and develop the next generation of leaders. She is the co-author of Working for a Future and Working To Learn and a sought-after speaker on leadership, educational equity, and the future of work.