In this episode, Martha heads to a leafy corner of New York City’s West Village for cappuccino and conversation with acclaimed chef-restaurateurs Jody Williams and Rita Sodi. Together, they reflect on their devotion to the handmade, the heirloom, and the hyper-local in their celebrated restaurants, bars, and shops. Their empire shows how craftsmanship, curiosity and “10,000 daily details” can transform a street into a community. Listen in to hear the secrets behind their success.

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Artist Sheila Berger joins Martha to explore how a lifelong fascination with birds has taken flight in her public art, including her enormous stainless-steel bird on New York City’s Governors Island. The longtime friends discuss Sheila’s distinctive encaustic paintings, her powerful Hand Project, and the power of public art. They trace Sheila’s journey from her modeling career to free-spirited exotic travels and an artist’s life at home at the Chelsea Hotel. It’s a rich conversation celebrating a life shaped by curiosity, creativity, and compassion.

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In observance of the 60th birthday of Medicare and Medicaid Services, Martha interviews Dr. Mehmet Oz, the newly appointed head of these foundational healthcare programs. They discuss the history of Medicare and Medicaid, national concerns about the rising costs of prescription drugs, and the potential for AI to help modernize care and improve access, especially in rural areas. Dr. Oz explains recent policy changes—including a $50 billion Rural Transformation Fund and new interoperability laws—while Martha raises questions about food quality, medical access, and how to keep Americans healthier longer. Their candid conversation blends policy insight with personal anecdotes that speak to the future of American healthcare.

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