Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino: 2026

Friday, November 6, 2026

Author & Coach Bill Flynn | The Performance Operating System & Scaling Leadership

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with author, CEO, leadership expert and organizational performance coach Bill Flynn.

What happens when companies stop relying on pressure, personality and heroic leadership to get things done? They start building systems that learn, perform and scale.

Bill Flynn has dedicated his career to helping CEOs and leadership teams replace reactive management and constant firefighting with sustainable systems for growth. His work integrates diagnosis, design and implementation into a unified operating system that helps leaders move beyond short-term fixes and build organizations designed to thrive.

He is the author of The Performance Operating System, a six-book series that helps leaders move from reacting to architecting. Drawing on the thinking of W. Edwards Deming, Hubbard, Amy Edmondson and modern management science, Bill translates powerful concepts into practical tools that leaders can put to work immediately.

We get into his entire story, leadership philosophy, entrepreneurial journey, the challenges facing today's CEOs, organizational performance, building scalable businesses and much more.

If you're a business owner, entrepreneur, executive or anyone interested in becoming a better leader, this is a conversation worth your time.

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Saxophonist Matt Parker Interview | Sugarfoot Stomp & The Candy Shop Boys (2026)

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with jazz Saxophonist Matt Parker of The Candy Shop Boys. We caught up with Matt on release day, Friday, October 30, 2026, to talk about the long-awaited release of Sugarfoot Stomp, a remarkable 21-track archival recording out on BYNK Records.

Recorded over two nights at Tedesco Studios in January 2013, these sessions sat unreleased for thirteen years. Now newly remixed and remastered, the complete collection is finally available on streaming platforms for the first time.

The Candy Shop Boys are also the band heard and seen in the film John Wick. Featuring vocalist Sophia Urista of NBC's The Voice, the quintet includes violinist Scott Tixier, tenor saxophonist Matt Parker, pianist Jesse Elder, bassist Kenball Zwerin and drummer Arthur Vint.

The music takes listeners on a wild ride through 1920s hot jazz, Cotton Club classics, viper songs and imaginative reinventions of music by The Doors, The Beatles and Prince. It's a fascinating musical journey that brings together vintage sounds, adventurous arrangements and a whole lot of personality.

Always a joy to have Matt on the show! Dig this conversation, discover the story behind Sugarfoot Stomp, and enjoy the music.

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Thursday, November 5, 2026

Pianist, Singer & Songwriter Tracey Yarad on All These Pretty Things: Music, Memoir & Reinvention

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Australia-born, New York-based pianist and singer-songwriter Tracey Yarad.

We catch up with Tracey to explore her remarkable musical journey and her award-winning project, All These Pretty Things — a one-woman musical memoir that blends original songs, storytelling, and live piano into an unforgettable theatrical experience.

For the past four years, Tracey has been touring and developing this deeply personal music show, inviting audiences into a journey through love, loss, resilience, and reinvention. Drawing on true events and delivered with a distinctive jazz sensibility and fearless storytelling, it's a project that brings the personal and musical together in powerful ways.

Tracey's career has taken her across continents and through several fascinating chapters. From touring Australia with her original music and landing a Top 40 single in the 1990s, to a seven-year residency in five-star hotels across Japan, she has continually reinvented her life in music. She also founded and ran a music school in the Blue Mountains for 18 years before ultimately relocating to New York City.

We cover the whole story — the music, the adventures, the challenges, the creative evolution, and the experiences behind All These Pretty Things.

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Wednesday, November 4, 2026

Award Winning Pianist & Composer Florian Hoefner on Into the Aquasphere & the Power of Water

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Juno Award-winning jazz pianist and composer Florian Hoefner, celebrating his ambitious 2026 album, Into the Aquasphere.

This remarkable project brings together a jazz quartet and a 22-piece chamber orchestra as one integrated musical ensemble. Recorded in Montréal under conductor JC Sanford, the album features John Hébert on bass, Eric McPherson on drums, and concertmaster Nathalie Bonin.

The three original compositions explore the power, beauty, and fragility of water and our changing climate. "Aerial Rivers" draws inspiration from the atmospheric currents that sustain the Amazon. "AMOC" explores the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation and the threat it faces from climate change. "Force of Nature" captures the elemental power of water and its remarkable ability to both destroy and soothe.

We get into the creative vision behind this extraordinary recording, the challenge of bringing jazz and chamber orchestral music together, and the environmental themes that run through the project.

These ideas are deeply personal for Florian, shaped by years spent among the mountains and waters of his native Germany and his adopted home of Canada.

It's always great to have Florian on the show. Join us for a conversation about music, nature, collaboration, and one of his most ambitious artistic statements yet.

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Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Author, Stuntman & Storyteller Aaron Crippen: The Greatest Stunt of His Life Was Love

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Aaron Crippen — stuntman, entrepreneur, storyteller, and author — for a gripping conversation about survival, reinvention, vulnerability, fatherhood, and the unexpected power of love.

Aaron has spent his life training for the fall — on motocross tracks, in combat zones, on Hollywood film sets, and in moments when everything he thought defined him came crashing down. After surviving multiple near-death experiences, military service, divorce, injury, and the challenge of rebuilding from zero, he discovered something surprising: survival wasn't the wildest stunt of his life. Love was.

His audiobook memoir, Love at First Fall, is told with the breath, silence, and honesty the story deserves — not a polished version of events, but a deeply human account of what it means to start over.

It's a story about reinvention after loss, becoming a father while still figuring yourself out, and choosing vulnerability over armor. We explore Aaron's extraordinary journey, the experiences that shaped him, and the courage it takes to let love back in.

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Orlando-based Alain Bradette: To My Loved Ones – New 2026 Jazz Album, Saxophone & EWI

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Montreal-born, Orlando-based Saxophonist, Composer & Electronic Wind Instrument (EWI) Performer Alain Bradette.

We catch up with Alain to explore his new 2026 album To My Loved Ones and the fascinating musical journey behind it. His work centers on melodic writing, improvisation, and contemporary jazz language, reflecting a deep commitment to musical expression, collaboration, and compositional identity.

Over the course of his career, Alain has performed and collaborated with acclaimed musicians including John Patitucci, Greg Osby, and Dick Oatts. Those experiences have helped shape his approach to ensemble interaction, improvisational flexibility, and developing his own distinctive musical voice.

His new album features eight compositions, each with its own personal and musical origins. Beyond his work as an independent jazz recording artist, Alain is also a touring musician and a full-time woodwind performer with Cirque du Soleil.

We get into the new music, his influences, career experiences, creative evolution, and the many chapters of a life devoted to music.

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Monday, November 2, 2026

Shakti Sharma on Feminine Wealth, Financial Power & Building Success on Your Terms

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Shakti Sharma, founder of The Feminine Wealth Movement, for an inspiring conversation about money, mindset, entrepreneurship, emotional intelligence, and building wealth on your own terms.

The Feminine Wealth Movement brings emotional intelligence and financial power together to help business leaders build wealth, break limits, and create success that reflects their own vision. Shakti works with leaders ready to take ownership of their financial futures, covering everything from money mindset and entrepreneurship to sales strategy, high-ticket offers, marketing, and lifestyle design.

Her journey is a powerful part of the story. After 12 years leading strategy across financial services, management consulting, and investment banking, Shakti made the bold decision to walk away from corporate life and build something of her own — and she never looked back.

We get into that transformation, the lessons behind her entrepreneurial journey, the connection between emotional intelligence and financial success, and what it takes to create a business and lifestyle that truly belong to you.

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Author & Professor Nathan Mauck on AI Co-Thinking, Better Questions & the Future of Learning

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Nathan Mauck — author, Professor of Finance at UMKC’s Bloch School, and Arvin Gottlieb Chair in Business Economics — for a fascinating conversation about artificial intelligence, education, critical thinking, and the evolving relationship between people and technology.

Nathan teaches an AI Co-Thinking framework in executive education, which he created with Robert A. Greene, founder of OIC Innovation. With three decades of experience helping teams work through strategic problems, Greene brings an important practical perspective to this approach.

In his book, Nathan explores how AI can be used to examine alternatives, expand our thinking, and turn fluent AI-generated output into better questions. It's a conversation about moving beyond simply asking AI for answers and learning how to think alongside it.

Nathan has earned multiple teaching awards throughout his academic career, works with undergraduate, graduate, and executive students, and has published more than 30 peer-reviewed articles. He's also someone who remains committed to being a lifelong learner.

We get into AI co-thinking, the future of education, strategic problem-solving, curiosity, and the importance of asking better questions in a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence.

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Author, Founder & Coach Ben Stein on Career Reinvention, Finding Purpose & Doing Work That Matters

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we head to Miami for an inspiring conversation with Ben Stein — author, founder, and head coach at Purpose Up. Ben helps mid-to-senior-level professionals break through career plateaus, land their ideal next roles, and build more fulfilling professional lives.

His signature Rapid Career Accelerator combines mindset work with practical strategy to help people create faster, more aligned results. We dig into his book, Purpose Up: Break Free and Find Work That Matters, a practical guide to career reinvention and discovering meaningful work.

We also explore Ben’s children’s book, Little Benny Piggy in Courage for the Win, which delivers an important message for kids and grownups alike: feel the fear and go for it anyway.

Ben’s journey is anything but ordinary. Before becoming a coach, he backpacked solo around the world, served as VP of Product at a leading fine art technology platform, and spent years as an award-winning advertising executive and animation producer.

We get into career transitions, finding purpose, taking courageous leaps, professional reinvention, and the many experiences that have shaped Ben’s remarkable journey.

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Steve Rolle on Building $100M+ Businesses, Entrepreneurship & Choosing Your Future

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we sit down with Steve Rolle — author, entrepreneur, investor, and host of the Rolle with Steve Podcast — for a conversation about business ownership, entrepreneurship, decision-making, and creating a future on your own terms.

Over the course of his career, Steve has launched, scaled, and exited businesses generating more than $100 million in combined sales. He brings real-world experience to the challenges and opportunities of building something of your own.

We explore how people can move beyond traditional career paths and into business ownership, how to make decisions when there is no obvious safe option, and why building strong systems is essential to creating long-term freedom instead of a business that constantly depends on its founder.

We also dig into Steve’s book, The Future You Choose, his entrepreneurial journey, lessons learned along the way, and much more.

If you're interested in entrepreneurship, business growth, investing, leadership, or designing a life with greater freedom and opportunity, this conversation has plenty to explore.

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John Korbel: Johnny Still Got Game – New 2026 Album, Jazz, Funk & Songwriting

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Singer & Songwriter John Korbel on his new 2026 album Johnny Still Got Game.

This new album is more than a playful declaration. It's a testament to a lifelong commitment to songwriting, reinvention, and creative growth. We catch up with John for his return to Neon Jazz to explore a remarkable musical journey that began in Philadelphia clubs, continued through touring bands and decades of life experience, and now finds him delivering his most ambitious and hands-on recording project to date.

Blending jazz-inflected sophistication, pop craftsmanship, funky grooves, and sharp storytelling, Johnny Still Got Game showcases John's ability to transform personal experiences and vivid imagination into songs that connect with listeners.

We get into the new album, his evolution as an artist, the stories behind the music, creative independence, and the passion that keeps him moving forward.

It's great to have John back on the program. We're all in!

Enjoy this look inside and much more. Dig the jazz, my friends!

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Saturday, October 31, 2026

Guitarist Daniel DeLorenzo: Can You Not — New 2026 Jazz Album & Guitar Exploration

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with North Carolina-based jazz guitarist Daniel DeLorenzo, returning to the show to discuss his 2026 album, Can You Not.

This latest release continues Daniel's exploration of his distinctive compositional style and unconventional approach to the guitar. Featuring six original compositions, the album showcases a musical relationship shaped by countless improvisations, creative collaborations, and a shared commitment to exploring new sonic territory.

Daniel is joined by the masterful Theous Jones on drums and Casey Toll on bass, whose musicianship brings depth, energy, and interplay to the trio's sound. Together, they create music that balances carefully crafted compositions with the spontaneity and freedom of improvisation.

In this conversation, we get into the making of Can You Not, Daniel's evolving approach to jazz guitar, the chemistry behind the trio, live performances, and what's next in his musical journey.

It's always great to welcome Daniel back to Neon Jazz for another conversation about creativity, collaboration, and the ever-expanding possibilities of jazz.

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Intuitive, Coach, & Spiritual Teacher Speaking to People’s Soul in Courtney Aragon

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Intuitive, Coach & Spiritual Teacher Courtney Aragon, who helps people create the lives they truly want by connecting with their intuition, discovering clarity, and transforming their sense of identity.

Courtney speaks directly to people's souls to help illuminate their paths while teaching manifestation and identity-upgrading principles through her groundbreaking course. A believer in blending science with spirituality, she has developed a unique understanding of mastering emotions, harnessing intuition, and working with Universal Laws to create extraordinary experiences and opportunities.

Naturally intuitive since childhood, Courtney began fully embracing and developing her gifts to help others transform their lives following a spiritual awakening at age 27. Her journey also includes nearly a decade as a registered nurse, where she has helped people heal in the physical realm while pursuing her deeper calling in spiritual work.

We explore her awakening, the power of intuition, manifestation, emotional mastery, spiritual growth, identity transformation, and what it means to consciously create a life aligned with your deepest desires.

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Friday, October 30, 2026

Coach, Author & Leader Marie Smith: Finding Grace Through Life’s Transitions, Caregiving & Loss

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Mindset Coach, Author & Retreat Leader Marie Smith, a compassionate guide helping people navigate life's transitions with clarity, faith, and presence.

Through Golden Hour Coaching and her book, Jesus in My Pocket: Stories of Grace and Final Chapters in the Nursing Home, Marie helps people slow down, listen deeply, and discover meaning during seasons of change, caregiving, burnout, grief, and loss.

We explore the challenges of carrying so much in life, from caring for aging parents and navigating major decisions to shifting identities, personal burnout, and wondering what comes next. Marie shares how people can recognize what's draining their energy, understand what deserves their attention, and discover the small, faithful next steps that can bring renewed purpose and perspective.

It's a thoughtful conversation about faith, resilience, personal growth, compassion, caregiving, and finding grace in life's unexpected chapters.

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Website: https://www.goldenhourcoaching.com/

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David Dreier: From Kansas City to Politics to Jazz Radio on LA's K-Jazz

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Kansas City-born former U.S. Congressman and Los Angeles jazz radio personality David Dreier.

A sixth-generation Kansas Citian, David's love of jazz began when he was just seven years old. His father introduced him to Kansas City's rich jazz heritage and took him to see the legendary Count Basie. During the concert, Basie introduced a tune as “April in Kansas City”—and it took David a while to discover that the song was actually “April in Paris.” It's a memorable story that captures the humor, history, and magic of a lifelong connection to jazz.

David's musical roots run deep. His mother was a classical concert pianist, and at just 12 years old, he obtained his third-class FCC radio operator license and began broadcasting jazz from a small transmitter in his basement. Even then, he dreamed of one day working in radio.

His life took a different path first. David served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1981 to 2013, representing California through a long career in American politics. After decades of public service, he finally realized his childhood dream of becoming a jazz radio host.

Today, he brings that passion to “David Dreier: KC to KJazz,” his show on Los Angeles' K-Jazz, connecting his Kansas City roots with the music and artists he has loved for a lifetime.

In this wide-ranging conversation, we explore Kansas City's jazz legacy, the influence of Count Basie, David's unusual journey from politics to radio, and the enduring power of music to shape a life.

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Scientist Dr. Chris DeArmitt: The Truth About Ocean Plastics, Microplastics & What Science Really Says

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Dr. Chris DeArmitt, Founder of the Plastics Research Council, global authority on materials science, and author, for a revealing conversation about plastics, microplastics, and what the scientific research actually tells us.

Dr. DeArmitt has devoted thousands of unpaid hours to reviewing peer-reviewed research, working to give the public an independent, evidence-based perspective on plastics. His goal is to move beyond industry spin and activist hype and focus on the available science.

We take a closer look at the issue of ocean plastics and examine how scientific findings compare with the stories and claims that often dominate headlines. We explore common misconceptions, discuss microplastics, challenge widely repeated assumptions, and consider what the research can—and cannot—tell us.

This is a wide-ranging conversation about materials science, environmental concerns, public understanding, and the importance of following evidence wherever it leads. We also get into Dr. DeArmitt's hopes for the future and much more.

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Founder Lukas Lanx: 3 Failed Businesses, Lessons in Entrepreneurship & Building Leadflow Consulting

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Lukas Lanx, Founder of Leadflow Consulting, about entrepreneurship, business growth, hard-earned lessons, and the experiences that shaped his professional journey.

Lukas was trained as an electrician and mechanical engineer in Austria, but he knew early on that he wanted something more. He launched several businesses, experienced three failures, and eventually returned to employment. One pivotal chapter came when he spent two years working alongside eight-figure entrepreneur Dirk Kreuter. That experience transformed his approach to business and helped shape the work he does today.

Now, through Leadflow Consulting, Lukas works with established business owners who already have teams in place, including law firms, medical practices, and advisory businesses. He helps them think differently about growth, leadership, and building stronger operations.

We get into the setbacks, the lessons, the people who influenced his path, his vision for the future, and much more. It's an honest conversation about persistence, learning from failure, and turning experience into opportunity.

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Founder & Executive Dan Emr: Fighting Human Trafficking, Supporting Survivors & Discovering Human Worth

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Dan Emr, Founder and Executive Director of Worthwhile, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing human trafficking, supporting survivors, and helping people discover their inherent worth.

Dan shares the story behind Worthwhile and the important work being done to serve women affected by trafficking. As Executive Director, he provides leadership and direction across the organization's departments, helping shape its long-term vision while continually finding ways to expand its reach, strengthen its services, and make a lasting difference in more lives.

We also explore Dan's personal journey, including his years growing up in Ukraine as a missionary kid and the experiences that helped shape his perspective. A graduate of Clearwater Christian College, Dan brings a unique background and deep commitment to the mission of helping others recognize their value and find a path forward.

It's an inspiring conversation about purpose, compassion, leadership, and the ongoing fight against human trafficking.

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