Acclaimed Pianist, Composer, Vocalist & Multi-Instrumentalist Lionel Cole

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring acclaimed pianist, composer, vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Lionel Cole.

We caught up with Lionel in Australia to talk about his latest independent release Small Town, Vol. 2 — a deeply personal, genre-blending journey of jazz, soul and storytelling.

Lionel comes from one of America’s most iconic musical families. He is the son of jazz legend Freddy Cole, nephew of the legendary Nat King Cole, and cousin to Natalie Cole. Carrying that rich legacy forward, Lionel has built a remarkable career of his own across genres.

Beyond his solo artistry, Lionel is widely known for co-writing Through the Rain for Mariah Carey, and for arranging her Super Bowl performance of The Star-Spangled Banner with the Boston Pops. His collaborations include work with Joss Stone, John Legend, Van Hunt, Randy Jackson, and Rickie Lee Jones.

Currently performing in Sydney as the “Kilted Crooner” with his band Cole Soul and Emotion, Lionel continues to evolve while honoring one of music’s most legendary family traditions.

🎵 Listen to Small Town, Vol. 2 here:
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If you love jazz, soul, music history, and behind-the-scenes stories from iconic musical families — this is one you don’t want to miss.

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WoodChuck CEO Todd Thomas on AI, Hyperscale Data Centers & The Future of Global Energy

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series featuring storied entrepreneur and acclaimed author Todd Thomas.

Todd is the Founder and CEO of WoodChuck, an intuitive AI-driven recycling company creating powerful waves in sustainability and infrastructure innovation.

He is also the author of the Unleashing Abundant Energy trilogy and the groundbreaking book Hyperscale: AI, Data Centers, and the Next Great Expansion of Global Energy Capacity. In it, Todd explores one of the most important and least understood transformations of our time — the rise of hyperscale AI data centers.

As AI data centers scale to gigawatt capacity, they are no longer just consumers of electricity. They are becoming:

• Power producers

• Grid stabilizers

• Drivers of economic expansion

• Catalysts for new global energy capacity

From his base in Arizona, Todd shares insights at the intersection of AI, sustainability, infrastructure, energy markets, and long-term economic growth.

In this episode, we cover:

• The future of hyperscale AI

• Data centers and global power grids

• The energy demands of artificial intelligence

• Sustainable infrastructure innovation

• Entrepreneurship in emerging industries

• The next great expansion of global energy

This is a must-watch conversation for tech leaders, investors, entrepreneurs, energy professionals, and anyone interested in the future of AI-driven infrastructure.

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Entrepreneur, App Developer, Digital Nomad, Neuroscience Expert & Recovering Single Dad of Five Roger Webb

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series featuring entrepreneur, app developer, digital nomad and neuroscience-based habit expert Roger Webb.

Roger is the creator of Random Habit, a neuroscience-driven habit app designed to help people build lasting change without guilt, streak pressure, or burnout.

For more than three decades, Roger has studied human behavior and the subconscious mind through formal training, certifications, and deep real-world experience. His work focuses on why traditional self-help advice often fails — and how small, well-designed actions can create meaningful transformation.

Now living a location-independent life in Vietnam with his husband, Roger works at the intersection of neuroscience, behavior change, entrepreneurship, and freedom-based living. As a recovering single dad of five, his perspective on resilience, growth, and dreaming is grounded in real life.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why most habit advice doesn’t work

• The neuroscience of behavior change

• Designing habits that actually stick

• Entrepreneurship and app development

• Digital nomad life abroad

• The American dream redefined

This is a powerful and inspiring conversation about personal freedom, smart design, and sustainable success.

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Educational Entrepreneur & Thought Leader in Independent Thinking & Self-Reliance Marsha Familaro Enright

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series featuring educational entrepreneur and thought leader Marsha Familaro Enright.

From her base in Chicago, Marsha is transforming higher education through classical liberal arts principles, Montessori philosophy, and a bold commitment to independent thinking and self-reliance.

She is the founder of Reliance College and creator of The Great Connections Seminars — initiatives designed to help young adults become leaders of their own lives through intellectual independence, deep reading, discussion-based learning, and character development.

With a background in psychology and philosophy, Marsha has spent decades challenging traditional higher education models. In this conversation, we explore:

• The future of higher education

• Classical liberalism in modern academia

• Montessori principles applied to young adults

• Leadership development through independent thought

• Cultivating self-reliance and lifelong success

This is a powerful discussion for educators, parents, students, entrepreneurs, and anyone concerned about the direction of higher education.

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https://reliancecollege.org/

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Chicago-based Jazz Trumpeter & Bandleader Sam Robinson

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring Chicago-based jazz trumpeter and bandleader Sam Robinson.

We caught up with Sam on February 27, 2026 — release day for his brand-new album Chasin’ the Dream. The record is out now on Miles High Records, the label founded by jazz musician, author and educator Mark Sherman.

Chasin’ the Dream features:

• Sam Robinson – Trumpet

• Scott Angst – Tenor Sax

• Aaron Krings – Bass

• Jack Macklin – Guitar

• Chase Wilkins – Drums

In this conversation, we dive into his journey from Denver roots to becoming a key voice in the Chicago jazz scene. We also explore balancing life as a professional musician while teaching French by day, building community through jazz, and chasing the dream that fuels his artistry.

This is a real and inspiring conversation about dedication, craft, and the modern jazz landscape.

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https://samrobinson2.bandcamp.com/ 

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World-Record-Holding Strength Athlete, Bestselling Author & Resilience Mentor Chris Duffin

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series featuring world-record-holding strength athlete, bestselling author, entrepreneur, and resilience mentor Chris Duffin.

Raised homeless in the Pacific Northwest, Chris transformed adversity into achievement through relentless discipline, mindset mastery, and performance innovation. He went on to become a world-record powerlifter, successful entrepreneur, and executive leader — building systems that optimize both physical strength and mental resilience.

In this episode, we explore his journey as an elite athlete, innovator, and survivor. Chris also dives into his powerful life story chronicled in The Eagle and The Dragon, an inspiring story of transformation, grit, leadership, and hope.

We discuss resilience, mental toughness, peak performance, overcoming trauma, strength training, entrepreneurship, executive leadership, personal development, discipline, mindset frameworks, and how adversity can fuel greatness.

More Chris: https://enhancedexecutive.com/ 

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Founder, Award Winning Psychologist & Children's Book Author Dr. Alicia del Prado

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series featuring Founder of del Prado Counseling & Consulting, award-winning psychologist, and children’s book author Dr. Alicia del Prado.

Based in Northern California, Dr. del Prado brings over 25 years of clinical experience and a PhD in counseling psychology to her work with professionals, parents, women, and students seeking to live their best lives. She specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges using evidence-based and culturally congruent psychotherapy.

She is also the co-author of It's Time to Talk (And Listen): How to Have Constructive Conversations About Race, Class, Sexuality, Ability & Gender in a Polarized World, offering practical tools for navigating difficult conversations with empathy and clarity.

In this episode, we explore mental health, parenting, culturally responsive therapy, anxiety treatment, depression support, relationship counseling, women’s wellness, inclusive dialogue, emotional intelligence, and how to create meaningful conversations in today’s complex world.

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