Gambling culture today | Street Soldiers
You no longer need to travel to Vegas to place a bet. Gambling is now available 24/7 in the palm of your hand. This week on Street Soldiers, FOX 5 NY's Lisa Evers talks to gambling journalist Danny Funt, psychiatrist Dr. Mena Mirhom and founder of ODAAT gambling awareness Rob Minnock to take a closer at gambling culture today and why the risk of addiction is higher than ever.
Methods of getting out of a gang | Street Soldiers
This week on Street Soldiers, FOX 5 NY's Lisa Evers dives deep into gang culture across major cities in the United States. She talks with New York hip hop community activist Hocus 45th, Los Angelos podcaster Da Hood Postman and Chicago’s Unity Movement founder Goalden Chyld on how they are working to save young lives before it’s too late.
What’s next for Diddy? | Street Soldiers full episode
On this episode of Street Soldiers, FOX 5 NY's Lisa Evers talks to criminal defense attorney, Phillip Hamilton, NY Post lifestyle reporter, Asia Grace and CEO of Allhiphop.com, Chuck Creekmur to find out what may be next for Diddy after his time in jail.
Street Soldiers: Celebrating Hispanic trailblazers shaping America’s future
This week on Street Soldiers, Lisa Evers spotlights Hispanic Heritage Month with powerful stories of progress and pride, from global music icons like Bad Bunny and Karol G to groundbreaking figures in medicine and sports, including Dr. Mary Ortiz and Hall of Famer Carmelo Anthony. The episode honors the trailblazers inspiring the next generation and transforming culture across every field.
Gang membership in New York City hits all-time high, with recruits getting younger
Gang membership in NYC is at an all-time high, according to multiple law enforcement officials, and the age of many gang members is barely in the double digits.
Social Media Addiction: How it's rewiring your brain like a drug & what's at risk
On this episode of Street Soldiers, we're tackling the growing issue of social media addiction, a problem affecting millions of Americans. A widely-cited study found that roughly 10% of Americans, and more than double that for teens, are suffering from the debilitating effects of constant scrolling. Personal Injury Attorney Matthew Bregman, Patient Advocate from Drugwatch.com, Michelle Llamas, and Professor of Psychiatry Dr. Mina Meyerhoff dive into the hidden dangers of social media and why it's a real mental health problem. Brain Rewiring: Experts explain how social media is designed to retrain your brain to seek pleasure from the screen, much like an addiction. Unrealistic Standards: Patient advocates discuss how young people, especially women, are inundated with unrealistic beauty standards, which can lead to eating disorders and self-harm. The Cost of Safety: An attorney weighs in on why social media companies are not making their platforms safer, stating they could do so "with a flip of a switch" but are not because it would cost them money. Don't miss this crucial conversation on the risks facing kids and young adults today.
Diddy on Trial: Sex, Lies & Witnesses Under Fire | Street Soldiers On Location
The Sean "Diddy" Combs sex trafficking trial is revealing shocking allegations against one of the most famous men in the world. In this special episode of Street Soldiers, "Diddy Trial: On Location From Federal Court," FOX 5 NY's Lisa Evers gives into the key issues of this case with attorney Robin Nunn. Plus, Lisa dives into one of the most asked questions in this case: If Diddy was an abuser, why did Cassie stay? She also talks to hip hop journalist Mark Elebert about the impact of this trial on the community.
