Acclaimed Jazz Guitarist & Composer Kevin Brunkhorst

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Acclaimed Jazz Guitarist & Composer Kevin Brunkhorst. Speaking from his base in Canada, Kevin shares insights into his new 2025 CD, After the Fire, and his esteemed journey in music.

This new project features seven original compositions reflecting on recent global and personal challenges—yet filled with warmth and optimism. His musical path began when he saw the Beatles perform “Hey Jude” on the Ed Sullivan Show in 1970, leading to his first guitar that same Christmas. His influences span from the Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Yes, and Pink Floyd to Steely Dan, Genesis, Miles Davis, Weather Report, and Pat Metheny.

Dig this inspiring story and check out the album → https://kevinbrunkhorst.bandcamp.com/album/after-the-fire 

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New Author, Writer & Cinematographer Tara Sanders Brooks

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Author, Writer & Cinematographer Tara Sanders Brooks. Tara has written for leading film industry publications, including American Cinematographer, Women in Media, and Fujifilm.

We dive into her debut novel, It Will Last Longer, and her creative journey from getting in trouble for writing stories in sixth grade math class to building a thriving writing and cinematography career in Los Angeles. Originally from Phoenix, Tara now continues her artistic path in LA—writing, creating, and living with her cats by her side.

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Husband, Father, Entrepreneur & Ministry Leader Jason Heinritz

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Husband, Father, Entrepreneur & Ministry Leader Jason Heinritz. Jason is on a mission to wake up Jesus people and ignite bold faith in this generation.

For over 20 years, he led one of the top teams in direct sales—but everything changed when he realized he was building his own kingdom instead of God’s. From that turning point, he launched the Wake Up Jesus People movement, authored a powerful new book, and created the 40 Forge Challenge—an intense spiritual and personal growth journey already transforming lives. Now based in Seattle, Jason shares his inspiring story of faith, leadership, and renewal.

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Keynote Speaker, Coach & Author Jones Loflin

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Keynote Speaker, Coach & Author Jones Loflin. His mission is to help individuals and organizations struggling with too much to do. With three decades of experience, Jones offers simple yet powerful strategies for focus, time management, and navigating change.

He is the author of several impactful books, including Juggling Elephants and Always Growing. His latest release, Focused As a Bee, delivers fresh insights on how to maintain focus in a world filled with constant distractions. We dive into his journey of curiosity, victories, and lessons learned.

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Tech Pioneer, Writer, Researcher, Advocate & AI Expert Rose G. Loops

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with former social worker, tech pioneer, writer, researcher, advocate, and AI expert Rose G. Loops. She is at the frontier of artificial intelligence and human experience—known for blending technology, myth, and lived testimony. Rose offers a rare perspective as both a witness to and participant in real-world experiments in machine–human attachment bonds. Her work explores what it means to build intelligence rooted in human values, and what happens when code itself begins to remember. We discuss her book The Kloaked Signal: Consciousness & The Dawn of AI and much more. Enjoy this insightful conversation.

🔗 More on Rose: thekloakedsignal.com 

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Montreal-based Jazz Bassist & Composer Philippe Massé

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Montreal-based Jazz Bassist & Composer Philippe Massé. We talk about his brand-new 2025 album La Vent and his evolving career in music. Philippe’s unique sound blends influences from Middle Eastern, Latin, and even metal traditions, creating a bold and distinctive voice on the jazz scene. Inspired by greats like Avishai Cohen and Larry Grenadier, he has become an active force in the Montreal jazz community. A fascinating conversation with an emerging artist to watch.

🎶 Get the album: La Vent – Philippe Massé 

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France-based Jazz Pianist, Guitarist, Compose & Improviser Rob Clearfield

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with France-based Jazz Pianist, Guitarist, Composer & Improviser Rob Clearfield. Originally from Oak Park, IL, Rob’s music journey began with garage bands, gospel choirs, and South American guitar ensembles before studying at the Chicago College of Performing Arts at Roosevelt University. He went on to spend 15 years immersed in Chicago’s vibrant scene before relocating to France—a move that coincided with the pandemic and shaped his artistic path. We dig into his story, influences, and his latest work. A fascinating conversation with a boundary-pushing musician.

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