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Honoring Rusty Staub & 40 Years of Answer the Call | Jay Horwitz with Lauren Profeta

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In this heartfelt episode of the New York Mets Official Podcast, Jay Horwitz sits down with Lauren Profeta, Executive Director of Answer the Call — the nonprofit started by Mets legend Rusty Staub that has supported the families of NYC's fallen first responders for over 40 years.

Jay and Lauren share laughs, emotional stories, and the incredible legacy Rusty left behind — from barbecued ribs in the bullpen to his unwavering dedication to others.

They also discuss the upcoming Answer the Call gala on May 28th at Citi Field, continuing Rusty’s mission and keeping his memory alive.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Rusty Staub’s legendary ribs and a bullpen BBQ mishap

00:32 – Jay introduces Lauren Profeta and the legacy of Answer the Call

01:22 – 40 years of helping over 1,000 families and raising $180 million

02:42 – Who Answer the Call supports: Police, Fire, EMT families

04:08 – Rusty's passing, April 1st birthday, and the dinner tradition at Citi Field

05:28 – More classic Rusty rib stories & locker room humor

07:10 – Rusty’s multiple foundations and their lasting impact

07:55 – How the foundation finds families in need

08:11 – A touching story from a family Answer the Call helped

08:38 – Rusty’s role in the Mets’ 9/11 relief efforts

11:37 – Jay and Rusty’s jogging adventures in Montreal

12:19 – Continuing Rusty’s traditions at Citi Field

13:15 – Upcoming picnic and inclusive events

14:08 – Keith Hernandez carrying Rusty’s torch

14:42 – Rusty’s impact off the field and in the Mets offices

15:10 – Final thoughts on Rusty’s kindness and generosity

16:16 – How to get involved and support Answer the Call

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In this heartfelt episode of the New York Mets Official Podcast, Jay Horwitz sits down with Lauren Profeta, Executive Director of Answer the Call — the nonprofit started by Mets legend Rusty Staub that has supported the families of NYC's fallen first responders for over 40 years.

Jay and Lauren share laughs, emotional stories, and the incredible legacy Rusty left behind — from barbecued ribs in the bullpen to his unwavering dedication to others.

They also discuss the upcoming Answer the Call gala on May 28th at Citi Field, continuing Rusty’s mission and keeping his memory alive.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Rusty Staub’s legendary ribs and a bullpen BBQ mishap

00:32 – Jay introduces Lauren Profeta and the legacy of Answer the Call

01:22 – 40 years of helping over 1,000 families and raising $180 million

02:42 – Who Answer the Call supports: Police, Fire, EMT families

04:08 – Rusty's passing, April 1st birthday, and the dinner tradition at Citi Field

05:28 – More classic Rusty rib stories & locker room humor

07:10 – Rusty’s multiple foundations and their lasting impact

07:55 – How the foundation finds families in need

08:11 – A touching story from a family Answer the Call helped

08:38 – Rusty’s role in the Mets’ 9/11 relief efforts

11:37 – Jay and Rusty’s jogging adventures in Montreal

12:19 – Continuing Rusty’s traditions at Citi Field

13:15 – Upcoming picnic and inclusive events

14:08 – Keith Hernandez carrying Rusty’s torch

14:42 – Rusty’s impact off the field and in the Mets offices

15:10 – Final thoughts on Rusty’s kindness and generosity

16:16 – How to get involved and support Answer the Call

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  continue reading

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