What lessons have we learned over the past 25 years that can help other communities rebuild after mass violence and devastating loss? Join host Dr. Heidi Horsley and her guests, Richard Beck, Mary Fetchet, and Jim Giaccone, for an honest and thoughtful conversation about resilience, healing, and the lessons New York has learned in the aftermath of September 11.

Richard Beck, an adjunct professor at Columbia University and a psychotherapist in New York City, has worked extensively with individuals and families impacted by September 11th. Drawing on his clinical experience, he offers insight into grief, resilience, trauma, and the long-term process of rebuilding lives and communities after tragedy.

Mary Fetchet, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Executive Director of Voices Center for Resilience, founded the organization after losing her son Brad in the World Trade Center attacks. She transformed her personal loss and professional experience into a lifelong commitment to supporting families, survivors, and communities affected by trauma, while advocating for resilience and preparedness in the face of future tragedies.

Jim Giaccone’s brother Joe, worked in the North Tower for Cantor Fitzgerald and was killed in the World Trade Center attacks on September 11th.  Jim turned his grief into service. He has dedicated himself to helping others through his volunteer work with Tuesday’s Children, Tunnel to Towers, and Dignity Without Borders.

Together, they share hard-won lessons about grief, resilience, community, and the long journey toward hope—and explore what New York’s experience after 9/11 can teach communities facing unimaginable loss today.

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