Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino

Friday, May 22, 2026

Regina Linke Returns with Little Helper | Famous Interviews Part 2

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we welcome author and artist Regina Linke back to the show for Part 2 to discuss her new 2026 book Little Helper.

Regina Linke is a Taiwanese American artist known for her stunning Chinese gongbi-style painting — an ancient and highly detailed form of brush painting celebrated for its colorful precision, narrative depth, and timeless beauty. Through both her visual art and storytelling, Regina brings East Asian folklore, philosophy, and cultural traditions into a modern and accessible light.

Her latest book, Little Helper, follows the character Ah-Fu as he discovers creative ways to help friends, family, and community through thoughtful problem-solving and compassion. Inspired by traditional Chinese philosophy and values, this modern fable encourages readers of all ages to think creatively, support others, and approach challenges with kindness and ingenuity.

In this interview, we discuss Chinese gongbi painting, storytelling, illustration, creativity, East Asian folklore, philosophy, Taiwanese American identity, children’s literature, visual art, cultural heritage, imaginative thinking, and the inspiration behind Little Helper. Regina also reflects on her artistic journey and the growing appreciation for traditional Asian art forms in contemporary culture.

It’s wonderful to have her back on the show. Enjoy this inspiring interview with Regina Linke.

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Jairek Robbins on AI, Entrepreneurship, Leadership Strategy & Productivity

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with entrepreneur, executive coach, speaker, podcast host, and founder of Executive Office AI, Jairek Robbins.

Jairek comes from one of the most recognized success-oriented families in the world — the first family ever featured on the cover of SUCCESS Magazine. For more than 20 years, he has coached founders, executives, and CEOs ranging from startups to companies generating over $100 million in revenue, with active clients in 137 countries worldwide.

At just 23 years old, Jairek received the Congressional Award Gold Medal from the United States Congress. Over the years, he has trained teams and leaders at Harvard, the U.S. Marines, U.S. Air Force Special Forces, BMW, UBS, Keller Williams, Major League Baseball, and members of the U.S. Olympic Team.

Today, through Executive Office AI, Jairek is helping business owners revolutionize productivity by building over 265 AI agents designed to replace expensive consultants and reclaim valuable time. His systems help entrepreneurs automate operations, increase efficiency, reduce costs, and free up more than 20 hours a week for leadership and growth.

In this interview, we discuss artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship, leadership development, productivity, automation, executive coaching, business systems, scaling companies, mindset, innovation, the future of AI in business, and his podcast Beyond the Bottleneck. From his home in Puerto Rico, Jairek shares wisdom, strategy, and insight from decades of experience helping leaders grow.

Enjoy this interview with Jairek Robbins.

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Entrepreneur & Navy Veteran David Petrash Talks Leadership Principles & The Ripple

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with author, U.S. Navy veteran, entrepreneur, leadership speaker, and co-owner of City Wide Facility Solutions of Southern Arizona, David Petrash.

With more than 25 years of leadership experience, David has built and led successful businesses while mentoring others through the principles of faith-driven leadership, service, integrity, and character. As the author of The Ripple of Faith, he shares a powerful philosophy centered around what he calls the “Ripple Effect” — the idea that small actions rooted in faith and strong values can create lasting and far-reaching impact in the lives of others.

Through his leadership journey in both military and business environments, David has focused on building high-performing teams, developing future leaders, and creating organizational cultures grounded in trust, accountability, and excellence. His work combines practical leadership insight with personal growth, faith, resilience, and purpose-driven living.

In this interview, we discuss leadership development, entrepreneurship, military service, business growth, faith, mentoring, teamwork, integrity, personal responsibility, culture building, character, and the inspiration behind The Ripple of Faith.

This is an inspiring and insightful conversation filled with wisdom, perspective, and practical life lessons. Enjoy this interview with David Petrash.

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Back Alley Brass Band's Matt Fillingham on Some Bright Morning | New Orleans Energy to KC Jazz

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Matt Fillingham of the Back Alley Brass Band on their 2026 album Some Bright Morning.

The popular Kansas City-based brass band returns with another vibrant and energetic project filled with music they’ve performed and developed over the last several years. Rooted in the spirit and swagger of New Orleans brass band tradition, Some Bright Morning captures the infectious live energy, soulful grooves, and celebratory atmosphere that has helped Back Alley Brass Band become one of the Midwest’s rising live music acts.

In this conversation, Matt reflects on the band’s journey, the making of the new album, live performances, brass band culture, Kansas City’s evolving music scene, and upcoming World Cup-related gigs happening in Kansas City during the summer of 2026.

Known for blending jazz, funk, second line rhythms, and New Orleans bravado, Back Alley Brass Band continues building a loyal following through electrifying performances and community-driven music experiences.

We dive into the new record, touring, live music, KC culture, brass band influences, and what lies ahead for this exciting ensemble. Tune in.

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Kansas City Jazz Trumpeter Alex Abramovitz | 2026 Live Album Jumpin’ on Grand Live at Black Dolphin

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with jazz trumpeter, bandleader, and Kansas City jazz mainstay Alex Abramovitz on the new 2026 album Jumpin’ on Grand Live at Black Dolphin with his Swing’n Kansas City Jazz Band.

We caught up with this veteran KC musician to discuss the rich Kansas City jazz scene, his longtime performances at iconic venues like the Green Lady Lounge and Black Dolphin, the making of this exciting live album, and the deep tradition of swing jazz that continues to thrive in KCMO.

Recorded live at Black Dolphin on October 18, 2025 during one of the band’s regular Saturday night “swing shift” performances, the album captures the authentic energy, improvisation, and timeless spirit of live Kansas City jazz. From his early musical experiences playing with John Scott to assembling one of the city’s premier swing ensembles, Alex shares stories, history, and insight from decades in the jazz world.

The official CD release event takes place Saturday, June 13 from 9:45 PM to 1 AM at Black Dolphin, located at 1813 Grand Blvd. in Downtown Kansas City, Missouri.

In this interview, we discuss live jazz performance, Kansas City swing, jazz history, improvisation, jazz clubs, recording live albums, the modern KC jazz scene, bandleading, and the enduring power of traditional jazz music.

This is a great conversation for jazz lovers, musicians, and anyone passionate about live music and Kansas City culture. Dig in.

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CEO Jody Layne Talks Healthcare Marketing, Clinic Growth & Medical Business Success

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with seasoned entrepreneur, business strategist, and CEO of Accelerated Medical Practices, Jody Layne.

As a co-founder and growth strategist, Jody has helped scale multiple companies and countless wellness clinics by combining smart business systems with effective healthcare marketing and operational strategy. With more than 25 years of experience in digital marketing and business development — along with over a decade working directly inside hormone and wellness clinics — she has developed a unique ability to bridge the gap between great medicine and great business.

Jody is also the creator of the POWER Framework, a proprietary system designed to help clinics strengthen the five essential areas that drive sustainable growth: Positioning, Operations, Workforce, Experience, and Revenue. Her work focuses on helping healthcare providers create thriving practices while improving patient experience, operational efficiency, and long-term profitability.

From her base in Orlando, we discuss entrepreneurship, healthcare leadership, wellness clinics, hormone therapy businesses, marketing strategy, scaling companies, leadership development, clinic operations, patient experience, revenue growth, digital marketing, and the evolving future of wellness-centered healthcare.

This is a fascinating and informative conversation packed with practical business insight and entrepreneurial wisdom. Enjoy this interview with Jody Layne.

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Thursday, May 21, 2026

Executive Coach Thom Dennis Talks Leadership & Organizational Change

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with leadership consultant, executive coach, and author Thom Dennis.

Thom is the author of Rewilding the Corporate Mind and has spent more than 30 years working with CEOs, executive teams, and organizations navigating complexity, culture, leadership, and transformational change. His experience spans the Royal Marines, global corporate leadership environments, and decades of leadership development work focused on strategy, human behavior, and systems thinking.

What makes Thom’s perspective unique is his commitment to exploring the deeper patterns shaping leadership today. Rather than offering quick fixes or surface-level solutions, he examines why many well-intentioned organizations struggle to create sustainable change, authentic culture, and meaningful human connection in modern workplaces.

His work blends leadership psychology, organizational culture, emotional intelligence, resilience, complexity theory, and living systems thinking into a powerful framework for leading in uncertain times. From his base in the UK, Thom helps leaders rethink how organizations function and how people can thrive within them.

In this interview, we discuss executive leadership, workplace culture, organizational transformation, human behavior, resilience, systems thinking, business strategy, leadership coaching, change management, emotional intelligence, corporate wellness, modern leadership challenges, and the inspiration behind Rewilding the Corporate Mind.

This is a thoughtful and insightful conversation filled with leadership wisdom and practical perspective for today’s evolving business world. Enjoy this interview with Thom Dennis.

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