Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino

Friday, December 5, 2025

Author & Founder of OFFLINE Howard Lewis - Part II

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we continue our conversation with Author & Founder of OFFLINE Howard Lewis. This is Part II of a wide-ranging look at a true maverick in the pursuit of genuine human connection.

Howard entered the stock market at eighteen and later co-founded Thesaurus (now Invaluable), a groundbreaking platform that transformed auction search services for the global art and collectibles world. After years in fast-paced, hyper-connected industries, he created OFFLINE, a series of intimate dinner gatherings in London dedicated to sharing, talking, and exchanging ideas—free from digital distraction.

His book, Leave Your Phone at the Door: The Joy of OFFLINE, serves as the foundation of his philosophy and a call to rediscover presence, conversation, and community. In this follow-up interview, we reconnect with Howard during another fast-moving chapter of his life to explore his journey, his ideas, and the ongoing impact of OFFLINE. Enjoy.

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Certified Executive Coach & Formerly at Meta & Facebook Weronika Sobolak

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Certified Executive Coach Weronika Sobolak, formerly of Meta and Facebook. She specializes in organizational change, high-stakes transitions, and helping senior leaders make smarter decisions under pressure. Weronika is one of those rare leaders who operate with both heart and impact.

With 13 years of executive experience at Meta and Facebook, she held senior leadership roles, led global teams across three countries, and managed business lines responsible for more than half a billion dollars in revenue. Today, she brings that deep operational expertise into her coaching practice—partnering with founders, leaders, and executives to navigate complexity, overcome strategic challenges, and drive sustainable, high-impact results.

We get into her journey, her leadership philosophy, her global experience, and the powerful work she’s doing today. Enjoy this interview.

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Founder & CEO of Arden Coaching Maren Perry

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Maren Perry, Founder & CEO of Arden Coaching. For nearly two decades, Maren has partnered with CHROs and senior executives at major organizations including Kaiser Permanente, Mars/Wrigley, ZipRecruiter, and JLL to deepen leadership capacity and strengthen organizational culture.

A Professional Certified Coach and entrepreneur, Maren is known for her candor, clarity, and ability to help leaders and HR executives build thriving, high-performing workplaces. We get into her journey, her philosophy on leadership, the evolution of Arden Coaching, and the impact she’s made working with leaders across industries. She has an incredible story—enjoy this interview.

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Thursday, December 4, 2025

KC-based Jazz Saxophonist & Composer Drew Williams on the 2025 Album Demons Hate Fresh Air

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with KC-based Jazz Saxophonist & Composer Drew Williams discussing his 2025 album Demons Hate Fresh Air out December 5, 2025. This new project chronicles a period of deep personal transformation since his debut album Hazel—from becoming a parent to getting sober, moving back to Kansas City, and earning a doctorate. It’s also rooted in the rediscovery of the tenor saxophone during the darkest days of lockdown.

The album presents Drew’s take on the saxophone trio format, expanded with overdubs of synth, guitar, bass clarinet, and tape loops to create a layered, exploratory sound world. We get into the writing, the evolution, the emotional themes, and the creative process behind this new chapter. Great to have him back on the show. Enjoy.

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Co-Founder & Bassist Randy Wong of Waitiki 7

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Co-Founder & Bassist Randy Wong of The WAITIKI 7. Speaking from his base in beautiful Honolulu, we dig into the band’s brand-new 2025 album Exotica Reborn: In Studio and Live at House Without a Key, their vibrant history, and the evolution of Exotica music.

The WAITIKI 7 is a modern Exotica supergroup blending jazz with global influences to create an immersive, transportive sound. Rooted in Hawaiʻi’s golden age of Waikiki, Exotica was shaped by legends like Martin Denny and Arthur Lyman, and the band carries that legacy forward while redefining the genre for today’s listeners. Featuring conservatory-trained musicians, GRAMMY winners, and symphonic performers, they’ve spent 20 years preserving and advancing this unique musical tradition.

Founded in Boston by Hawaiʻi musicians Randy Wong and Abe Lagrimas Jr., The WAITIKI 7 emerged in the wake of the 1990s lounge revival and has continued to expand the boundaries of Exotica. We cover their history, mission, musicianship, and the creation of their new album. Enjoy this deep dive.

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Wednesday, December 3, 2025

Pastor, Coach & Strategist Joshua Delp

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Pastor, Coach & Strategist Joshua Delp — a faith-driven leader passionate about helping people experience breakthrough and walk boldly in their God-given purpose. For more than a decade, Joshua served in full-time ministry before founding Rising Leadership, a coaching and consulting practice equipping leaders and organizations to lead with clarity, conviction, and strategic effectiveness.

He is also the founder of Risen Men, a growing community helping men strengthen their faith, leadership, and emotional intelligence, and the soon-to-launch Risen Project, expanding that mission even further. Joshua believes deeply in the dignity and potential of all people and is committed to seeing individuals thrive and purpose-driven organizations prevail. From Jacksonville, Florida, he and his wife Lisa are building a life and ministry rooted in faith, integrity, and impact.

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Chief Wellbeing Officer for Burned Out Gen X Women Jennifer Bassman

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this episode, we talk with Chief Wellbeing Officer for Burned Out Gen X Women, Jennifer Bassman. She is a speaker, author, and burnout recovery coach helping high-achieving women ditch stress and reclaim their sanity without quitting their careers or burning everything down.

With more than 15 years studying stress and burnout, Jennifer blends science-backed strategies with humor, clarity, and heart. Her Triumphs Toolkit gives women practical tools to break free from unrealistic expectations while building long-lasting resilience. She is also a three-time author living in Dallas with her husband and four rescue dogs who run the house.

Dig into this full, inspirational conversation about burnout recovery, wellbeing, mindset, and thriving as a Gen X professional.