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In this inspiring episode of Ordinary Heroes, host Bernie Furshpan sits down with Dr. Jerry Cammarata—educator, author, civic leader, and the first father in U.S. history to win paternity leave. Dr. Cammarata reflects on a remarkable career that has spanned service under multiple presidents and New York City mayors, leadership roles in education and health care, and authorship of The Future of the American Family and The Fun Book of Fatherhood.
From his Catholic upbringing to his later conversion to Judaism, Cammarata shares a deeply personal journey shaped by mentors, faith, and a lifelong commitment to strengthening families. With humor and candor, he discusses the challenges facing parents and children today, the dangers of social media as a substitute parent, and why restoring the family unit is critical to the future of society.
A conversation filled with wisdom, history, and a call to action for building stronger, more connected communities.