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Creator and Host Deb Ruggiero

I started this radio show (now a podcast) in 2004 to highlight the accomplishments of so many women (unsung heroes) who make a difference in our communities.  These stories of women in business, the arts, policy, or education, never get old and continue to inspire and motivate. My signature has been ending each show with quote.  In the words of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, “Keep it Tight, Get it Right”.   
About Deb Ruggiero

Deb Ruggiero is a businesswoman, communications specialist, TV/radio broadcaster, and a community leader.  She is president of DR Communications Group, an advertising and marketing communications firm that provides businesses and organizations with branding, marketing communications, digital strategies, and media placement.

In 2004, Deb created the award-winning radio show, AMAZING WOMEN to celebrate the work of women in Rhode Island and New England who make a difference in the community whether in business, healthcare, policy, or the arts.  The radio show has won the Metcalf Award for Diversity and the Associated Press Award for “Best Public Affairs Show”.

Deb is a graduate of Boston College, has a Masters from Clark University in Public Administration, is a founding member of the Women’s Fund of RI, and past president of the American Lung Association of Rhode Island.  She was adjunct faculty at Emerson College, and Providence College teaching Broadcast Advertising, and Marketing Communications.

Deb Ruggiero served 14 years as State Representative for District 74 – Jamestown/Middletown, where she championed many of Rhode Island’s policies on renewable energy and climate change, broadband, and reform of the Coastal Resource Management Council. She lives in Jamestown, is an avid tennis and golf player, and loves to cook.

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Radio Schedule

June 1st:   The Narragansett Indians are the state’s only federally recognized tribe. LOREN SPEARS, the executive director of the Tomaquag Museum, the state’s only Indigenous museum, discuses native American history, culture, and art. Listen now

June 8th: 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer. Dr. MARTHA MAINIERO, a radiologist at RI Hospital, discusses why early detection can save your life, warning signs, and preventative measures. Listen now

June 15th: Rosie the Riveter is the most iconic image of working women. There are many skilled tradeswomen today.  ANITA BRUNO started Rhode Island Women in The Trades in 2019. This non-profit organizes, educates, and trains women for employment in the building trades for economic empowerment. Listen now

June 22nd: The Nonviolence Institute began in 2021 as a response to the rising gang violence in Providence. LISA PINA WARREN, executive director, discusses her personal connection, the training, outreach, and intervention the agency does every day to mitigate gang and gun violence. Listen now

June 29th: Domestic violence is a year-long public health and public safety issue. Federal and state funding cuts threatens the work of the Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence. Executive Director, LUCY RIOS, discusses the sobering stats that one in two Rhode Islanders have experienced domestic violence. Listen now

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