WSHU arts & culture

Teaching is often called a calling, but it’s also increasingly challenging. In this episode of Good at Heart, host Randye Kaye speaks with two Connecticut educators about what it takes to teach students in today’s world.

Founded in 1973 by a music-loving furniture salesman, the Fischoff National Chamber Music Association has grown into the world’s largest chamber music competition. Executive Director Josh Aerie talks about the organization’s mission to support young musicians through competition, education, and outreach.

The Jazz Loft in Stony Brook celebrates its 10th anniversary, evolving from a private collection into a vibrant hub for jazz history, education and community on Long Island.

Greenwich High School student Vihaan Kamath started Cookies for a Cause to support families with children who are blind, need prosthetics, or are fighting cancer. He spoke with Good at Heart’s Randye Kaye about baking cookies in his home kitchen and donating 100% of the proceeds to help kids.

Suffolk County officials have announced special plans as the nation gears up for its 250th Fourth of July celebrations, including an art and history exhibit now on display at the H. Lee Dennison building in Hauppauge.

Everyone makes mistakes, but we all hope they’re forgotten as soon as possible. If you’re unlucky, though, your mistakes could be remembered for centuries.

To mark America’s 250th birthday, Orchestra Lumos and Music Director Michael Stern will give the world premiere on April 18 and 19, 2026, of Five American Portraits, an exploration of individuals and phenomena that left an extraordinary and indelible mark on our nation. Stern talked with WSHU's Randye Kaye about the performance and what it means to be an arts organization in 2026.

Gorgeous by Glam Beauty Academy in Bridgeport, Connecticut, nurtures students to become financially independent and viable entrepreneurs. Founder Marelne Correa worked her way out of an abusive marriage and economic uncertainty to help others. Good at Heart host Randye Kaye spoke with Marlene and her daughter, Lily Chavez, to find out how they transform lives.

The Palace Theater in Waterbury connects with the community through classes, internships and creative programs. WSHU’s Randye Kaye spoke with Director Sheree Marcucci about all that the Palace has to offer.

The Bradley Street Bicycle Co-op in New Haven has two main goals: to bring people together by rehabbing bicycles and matching bicycles to the people who need them. Good at Heart host Randye Kaye speaks with the co-op's General Manager, Kyle Anthony, about how they boost their community with bikes.