Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino

Thursday, February 12, 2026

LA-based Jazz Singer & Songwriter Becca Hannah on Tonight in My Dreams (2026) | Neon Jazz Interview

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring LA-based jazz singer and songwriter Becca Hannah.

We sit down with Becca to talk about her debut 2026 album, Tonight in My Dreams, and her lifelong journey in the arts. With a voice that feels pulled from another era and a deeply personal writing style, Becca blends jazz, R&B, soul, and blues into a sound that is both timeless and emotionally raw.

Originally from Boston, Becca shares her deep love for her hometown and the leap of faith that led her to Los Angeles nearly two years ago to fully pursue her singing and songwriting career. She opens up about how writing and singing come more naturally than speaking, how her stream-of-consciousness approach fuels her work, and why the stage has called to her since toddlerhood.

This conversation dives into music, identity, creative vulnerability, and the courage it takes to follow your calling. Settle in and enjoy the full story.

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BLCK Madonna on Between the Lines (2026) | Harlem Jazz Vocalist Interview | Neon Jazz

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring Harlem-based Ghanaian/American vocalist BLCK Madonna.

We take a deep dive into her debut album, Between the Lines, releasing March 27, 2026 on all major streaming platforms via The Noir Collective / Downtown Music. This powerful and deeply personal project reimagines seven jazz standards through the lens of identity, memory, and emotional truth.

BLCK Madonna is the artistic moniker of vocalist Ana Hoffman, whose shimmering soprano and rich, dusky lower register explore the intersection of jazz tradition, cultural identity, and contemporary expression. Born biracial and raised bicultural, Ana’s path to jazz was unexpected—she was a pharmacy major in college when music chose her during a profound personal reckoning.

In this wide-ranging conversation, we discuss her journey into jazz, the meaning behind Between the Lines, the Harlem music scene, reinterpreting standards for a new generation, and carving out a voice that honors both heritage and innovation.

If you love modern jazz vocals, jazz standards, contemporary reinterpretations, or discovering new jazz artists, this interview is for you.

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Business Strategist, Speaker & Creator of the Alignment & Leadership Framework Taryn LaRae Gordon

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this episode, we talk with business strategist, speaker, and creator of the Alignment & Leadership Framework, Taryn LaRae Gordon.

Following the passing of her father and lifelong business partner, Taryn stepped into a new chapter—building a full-scale platform centered on inner governance, alignment, and leadership integrity. Her Alignment & Leadership Framework helps leaders do the internal work required to build businesses and lives from the inside out—with clarity, authority, responsibility, and long-range vision.

With more than 30 high-profile speaking engagements, including serving as a featured speaker at a $5 million grant giveaway, honored guest speaker at a building naming ceremony, and delivering a commencement address, Taryn brings presence, power, and proven credibility to every stage she steps onto.

From her base in Chicago, we dive into leadership evolution, navigating loss, business strategy, personal alignment, executive growth, and what it truly means to lead with integrity in today’s world.

If you’re interested in leadership development, women in business, executive presence, personal alignment, or strategic growth, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

Enjoy this powerful and inspiring interview.

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https://www.tarynsbusinesshub.com/

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Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Dr. Mark L. Vincent on Executive Leadership & Strategic Advisory | Famous Interviews

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this episode, we sit down with Executive Advisor and Systems Convener Dr. Mark L. Vincent.

A pioneer across multiple leadership disciplines, Mark partners with accomplished Third-Turn leaders—seasoned executives committed to developing both current and next-generation leadership. He serves as a strategic advisor in firm valuation, a Certified Executive Process Consultant, and a practitioner-scholar focused on organizations and leadership systems.

Dr. Vincent is the creator and shepherd of the Sage Group Collective, an innovative “emergency Board meeting” panel that brings seasoned insight to executives and business owners facing major opportunities or challenges. His work centers on strengthening leadership ecosystems and helping leaders who love leaders build lasting impact.

From his base in Southern California, we dive into executive governance, strategic growth, valuation, systems thinking, and what it takes to lead at the highest levels in today’s complex world.

If you’re interested in executive leadership, board governance, organizational strategy, leadership development, or business advisory services, this conversation delivers seasoned wisdom and practical insight.

Enjoy this deep and engaging interview.

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Marit Welker on Faith, Mindset & Finding Purpose After Hardship | Famous Interviews

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this episode, we talk with coach and speaker Marit Welker, who guides Christian mothers toward renewed purpose, peace, and faith-filled resilience.

Marit knows what it feels like to be lost. For decades, she battled chronic illness, bipolar disorder, and chronic pain. She has been broke and bedridden with no way out. More recently, she overcame cancer during COVID while also navigating the emotional transition of watching her four children leave home.

Then came a defining moment. Flat on her back with nothing left, Marit made a decision—a mindset shift that took just 10 minutes but changed the course of her life. She didn’t wait for her circumstances to improve. She chose to see and live her life differently.

In this powerful conversation, we explore faith, mindset transformation, overcoming adversity, Christian motherhood, healing, resilience, and rediscovering purpose after seasons of struggle.

If you’re seeking encouragement, spiritual growth, or hope in difficult times, this interview will speak to you.

Enjoy this inspiring and heartfelt conversation.

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HR Iconoclast Barry Wolfe on People Systems & Leadership

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this episode, we talk with author and HR iconoclast Barry Wolfe.

With more than 35 years of experience as a senior HR executive and business owner, Barry has built and transformed people systems that connect employees directly to value creation. His philosophy is simple but powerful: companies succeed when their people succeed.

Over the course of his career, Barry has led large-scale culture shifts, facilitated strategic planning sessions, navigated mergers and acquisitions (on both sides of the table), and coached leaders through countless employee challenges. His practical, no-nonsense approach to HR and leadership development has helped organizations build stronger cultures and sustainable growth.

Beyond the boardroom, Barry also brings a creative dimension to his life as a musician—something we explore in this wide-ranging conversation about leadership, business strategy, workplace culture, and the human side of enterprise.

If you’re interested in HR strategy, leadership development, company culture, mergers and acquisitions, or business growth, this episode delivers insight grounded in decades of real-world experience.

Enjoy this thoughtful and engaging interview.

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Co-Founders of HUDDLE FOR SUCCESS and Co-Authors Mark Bruce & Duane Gibbs

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this episode, we sit down with Mark Bruce and Duane Gibbs, co-founders of Huddle for Success and co-authors dedicated to helping driven professionals and entrepreneurs break through barriers and step into visionary leadership.

With more than 70 years of combined experience in business, coaching, and personal development, Mark and Duane bring proven insight into what it takes to move from feeling stuck to leading with clarity and confidence. Their work blends mindset strategies, practical tools, and structured accountability to help high-achievers unlock their potential in today’s fast-moving world.

In this conversation, we explore leadership development, entrepreneurial growth, mindset mastery, overcoming roadblocks, and building sustainable success. If you’re an entrepreneur, executive, or ambitious professional looking to level up, this interview offers practical wisdom and real-world experience you can apply immediately.

Enjoy this powerful and insightful discussion.

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