Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino

Saturday, April 4, 2026

Latin Jazz Master Samuel Torres on New Album & Musical Journey

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with Latin Grammy Award-winning percussionist and composer Samuel Torres.

Born in Bogotá, Samuel has built an extraordinary international career, blending Latin rhythms with jazz sophistication and classical textures.

We caught up with him to discuss his 2024 album A Dance for Birds, a deeply personal and visionary project brought to life by his Latin Chamber Ensemble and featuring the acclaimed Bergamot String Quartet.

This album showcases a rich fusion of styles—where rhythm, melody, and orchestration meet to create a unique and immersive musical experience.

In this interview, we dive into his journey, inspirations, the making of the album, and his evolution as an artist on the global stage.

Dig into this vibrant and powerful conversation.

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Musicians Kyle Nasser & Nick Jost of the Trio Triple Blind on 2026’s Album Cold Walk

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. On this episode, we talk with musicians Kyle Nasser and Nick Jost of the Brooklyn-based trio Triple Blind.

Formed during the COVID-19 lockdown, Triple Blind brings together longtime collaborators Kyle Nasser, Nick Jost, and drummer Peter Kronreif—musicians who had been performing together in various settings for over a decade before officially launching the group.

Following their 2021 debut, the trio returns with their 2026 sophomore release Cold Walk, featuring Dov Manski on keys. The album captures the spirit of modern jazz with a deep sense of interplay, improvisation, and the pulse of contemporary life.

We caught up with them from Brooklyn to talk about the new album, their creative evolution, touring, and navigating music in today’s world.

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Friday, April 3, 2026

Boston-based Jazz Guitarist Matt Greenwood on the 2026 Album Daybreak

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series with Boston-based jazz guitarist Matt Greenwood. We caught up with Matt to talk about his 2026 album, Daybreak, and his life in his new American home of Boston.

Matt’s sophomore release builds on the artistic promise of his 2023 debut, Atlas, showcasing his growth as a composer and guitarist. The nine-track album blends modern jazz harmonies, subtle world-music influences, blues-rock guitar lines, and ambient cinematic soundscapes.

In this interview, we discuss:

The creative process behind Daybreak
How his music has evolved since his debut album
Touring and performing as a jazz guitarist
His move from Toronto to Boston
Influences from jazz, world music, blues, and ambient music

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Jeremy Norrie Interview | Independent Documentary Filmmaker & Producer

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Jeremy Norrie, a producer and director of independent documentary films.

Jeremy comes from a non-traditional background and creates films with open-minded, serious perspectives on a wide variety of subjects. His projects explore overcoming adversity, empowerment, and recovery, all delivered with honesty and clarity.

He has produced films for major streaming platforms including Amazon, FOX, and CBS, and his career also spans being a former concert and event promoter—from small private events to large 30,000-person multi-day festivals in California. Jeremy has also worked extensively in the cannabis industry, including growing, concentrates, hash making, and international journalism.

In this interview, we discuss:

Creating independent documentaries with meaningful impact
Lessons from adversity and empowerment
Life in the music festival and events world
Experiences in the cannabis industry and international journalism
The process of producing films for major streaming platforms

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http://theskyisland.com/

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Florian Kemmerich on Purpose, Impact Investing & “On Vocation”

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with impact investor, serial entrepreneur, purpose strategist, and global keynote speaker Florian Kemmerich.

Florian has spent over 25 years helping individuals and institutions align purpose with profession to create meaningful, systemic impact. As the author of “On Vocation: How to Align Your Purpose with Your Profession” (Routledge, 2025), he introduces the concept of vocating—a structured seven-step process that empowers people to build a purposeful career rather than search for one.

With leadership experience across Europe, the Americas, Africa, and Asia, Florian has helped mobilize nearly $1 billion in impact capital. He is also Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Human Planet and Resilienture, ventures focused on climate resilience, humanitarian innovation, and new pathways in impact finance.

In this interview, we explore:

How to align purpose with profession
The concept of “vocating” explained
Impact investing and global change
Building a meaningful and fulfilling career
Leadership lessons from around the world

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Podcaster, Entrepreneur, Holistic Feeding Specialist & Pediatric Speech Pathologist Lena Livinsky

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with podcaster, entrepreneur, holistic feeding specialist, and pediatric speech pathologist Lena Livinsky.

She helps families get to the root of picky eating through her innovative BLOOM Framework and her podcast, The Livin’Sky Podcast. Lena takes a whole-child approach, helping parents raise confident eaters without pressure, shame, or confusion.

Her journey began when she became a mom and faced feeding challenges with her own child—while also navigating her own healing from autoimmune disease. Through that experience, she discovered that picky eating is often misunderstood. Rather than just a behavior issue, it can be a sign that a child’s body or nervous system is out of balance.

In this interview, we dive into:

The real causes of picky eating
How parents can support healthy eating habits
The BLOOM Framework explained
Parenting strategies without stress or pressure
Lena’s personal journey and mission

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Jazz Saxophonist Rob Scheps Talks About His New Book & May 2026 KC Show

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series with acclaimed jazz saxophonist Rob Scheps. We caught up with Rob to discuss a busy and exciting 2026, including his upcoming Kansas City performance at Upcycle Piano Craft on Sunday May 17, 2026 with the Brad Gregory Sextet.

Rob will be performing on soprano saxophone and flute, while also contributing original compositions to the set. We also dive into his brand-new book, “Rob Scheps: 30 More Original Compositions,” along with his recent travels across the United States and his continued impact on the modern jazz scene.

This interview explores creativity, composition, life on the road, and the evolving world of jazz in 2026.

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