Know Who's Who With Lisa Hughes

Know Who's Who

They say it's not what you know, but who you know. WBZ-TV's Lisa Hughes thinks it's both. Check out links to some of the organizations she has been introduced to while speaking to people in our community worth knowing. Watch Lisa's latest interviews to the right of your screen. 
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Know Joe Andruzzi

October 17, 2008

Former Patriot Joe Andruzzi knows he's lucky, but not just because of the opportunity to play football for the NFL for a decade. Andruzzi most recently played for Cleveland before being diagnosed with cancer. He tells Lisa Hughes what he and his family went through.

 Watch: Lisa's Full Interview With Joe

 Watch: Lisa's report

 Visit: The Joe Andruzzi Foundation

Meet Mr. Fourth Of July

June 30, 2008

As we celebrate our independence this Friday, millions of people will take in the big show from Boston. And over the years, one man has had more impact on it than anyone else. He's David Mugar -- businessman, philanthropist, executive producer of the Fireworks Spectacular, and in Boston, Mr. Fourth of July.

 Watch Lisa's report on David Mugar

Helping Fathers Be Fathers

June 13, 2008

Social service agencies estimate at least half the children in Boston are born to unwed mothers, and often, fathers are barely in the picture, if at all. Now, a local program is trying to break that cycle by bringing fathers back into the family.

 Visit: Family Service of Greater Boston

 Watch: Lisa's full report on father program

 Read: Lisa's story on Craig Haymon

Know Gloria Steinem

June 6, 2008

International women's rights leader Gloria Steinem was one of millions who wanted Hillary Clinton to win the nomination.  Steinem explains what political moves need to be made now to protect and enhance women's rights. 

 Visit: The Commonwealth Institute 

 Watch: Lisa's full interview with Gloria

 Watch: Lisa's report on Gloria

Know Danny Ainge

June 4, 2008

Danny Ainge played for the Celtics during the glory days of the 1980s, and now he is looking for the same magic as the team's executive director of basketball operations. 

Watch: Lisa's full interview with Danny

Know Paul Epstein

May 2, 2008

Paul Epstein is a man on a very noble mission: to better the lives of local teenagers. He's a high school social worker, works with Big Brothers, co-founded the children's charitable organization 'A Foundation to be Named Later,' and now he's working to bring a first-of-its-kind teen center to Brookline. And oh yeah, he happens to be the twin brother of Red Sox G.M. Theo Epstein

 Watch: Lisa's Interview With Paul Epstein

 On His Mission To Build Teen Center
 On His Relationship With Theo
 On His Work With Local Teens
 On What Inspires Him
 Saskia Epstein: On Living And Working With Paul

Links:
Brookline Teen Center Initiative
A Foundation To Be Named Later

Know Nelson Bennett

April 16, 2008

Nelson Bennett shows kindness and respect to those who seek shelter at the Pine Street Inn, and he brings services to the most vulnerable people in Boston.

For more information about the work of the Pine Street Inn, click here.

Watch: Lisa's Interview With Nelson Bennett

Know Kai Leigh Harriott

April 5, 2008

Kai Leigh Harriott turns 8 in May 2008. We first heard her name five years ago when she became the victim of a random shooting. On April 6, she becomes the youngest person ever honored by the Urban League.

Watch: Lisa's interview with Kai Leigh 

Know Peter Reynolds

March 26, 2008

Local author, artist and businessman Peter Reynolds continues to inspire students and encourage them to follow their "North Star," which means to pursue what they love. Reynolds is the beloved children's book author of "North Star," "The Dot" and "-Ish."

Visit:
www.peterhreynolds.com
www.fablevision.com
The Blue Bunny Bookstore 

Watch: Lisa's Interview With Peter Reynolds

Know Jon Nir

March 7, 2008

Jon Nir is a Boston University graduate who is on the brink of joining American troops already serving in Iraq. Like many military couples, he and his girlfriend stand on opposite sides with their opinions of the War in Iraq.


Watch: Lisa's Full Interview With Jon Nir