Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino

Thursday, July 23, 2026

Tomas Janzon Interview | Jazz Diary (2026) | Acclaimed Jazz Guitarist on Creativity & Composition

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring acclaimed jazz guitarist, composer, and returning guest Tomas Janzon.

We welcome back a good friend of the show to discuss his remarkable 2026 album, Jazz Diary—a deeply personal project that captures the everyday creative process behind his music.

The inspiration for Jazz Diary came from early morning practice sessions, late-night musical discoveries, and quiet coffee breaks where Tomas would sketch melodic ideas with a 2B pencil onto the same four-sided sheets of paper he carries wherever he travels. Over time, these handwritten musical journals evolved into a compelling collection of original compositions, offering listeners an intimate glimpse into the mind of an improvising artist.

In this conversation, Tomas shares how daily discipline, travel, observation, and spontaneous inspiration shape his music. We also discuss creativity, the current cultural landscape, America today, jazz composition, and the lifelong pursuit of artistic expression.

As always, it's a pleasure catching up with one of today's most thoughtful and inventive jazz guitarists.

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Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Paul Comfort Interview | Find Your X Factor Author on Career Purpose, Leadership & Finding Fulfillment

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Paul Comfort—bestselling author of Find Your X Factor, passionate keynote speaker, leadership expert, media host, and high-energy communicator dedicated to helping people discover meaningful careers and purposeful lives.

Throughout an extraordinary career spanning executive leadership in government and public transportation, elected public office, and national media, Paul has reached the highest levels in multiple professions. Along the way, he noticed a common challenge among high achievers: many people are successful on paper, yet feel disconnected, exhausted, and unfulfilled in their work.

Through decades of leadership experience and hundreds of conversations with executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals, Paul has developed a practical framework for helping people identify their unique strengths, reconnect with their passions, and pursue careers that align with who they truly are.

Whether you're considering a career change, looking for greater fulfillment, or seeking to become a stronger leader, Paul's insights offer practical guidance for living and working with purpose.

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Mike Acker Interview | Speak With No Fear Author, TEDx Speaker & Communication Coach

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Mike Acker—bestselling author, TEDx speaker, executive communication coach, corporate trainer, and founder of Uplevel Communication. Mike has dedicated his career to helping professionals build confidence, strengthen executive presence, and communicate with clarity in high-stakes situations.

Mike is the bestselling author of Speak With No Fear, one of the leading books on overcoming the fear of public speaking. His mission is deeply personal. Growing up with a speech impediment, a fear of speaking, and a challenging childhood, he never imagined that communication would one day become his life's work.

Today, Mike has coached leaders, executives, and teams from organizations including Microsoft, Adobe, and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), helping them become more confident speakers, influential leaders, and effective communicators.

Whether you're a business leader, entrepreneur, manager, student, or anyone looking to become a stronger communicator, Mike shares practical advice that can help you speak with confidence and make a lasting impact.

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David Janeway Interview | Live at the Blue Llama Jazz Club (2026) | Robert Hurst, Billy Hart & Modern Jazz

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring acclaimed jazz pianist and composer David Janeway.

In this episode, we talk with David about his outstanding 2026 live album, Live at the Blue Llama Jazz Club, featuring an all-star trio with legendary bassist Robert Hurst and master drummer Billy Hart. Recorded live at Ann Arbor, Michigan's renowned Blue Llama Jazz Club in June 2024, the album captures Janeway at the height of his artistry, blending deep swing, blues, lyricism, and modern jazz into a powerful live performance.

Born and raised in Detroit, David Janeway carries forward one of America's richest jazz traditions. Influenced by decades of mentorship and the city's remarkable musical legacy, his playing honors jazz history while embracing fresh ideas and contemporary expression.

David offers thoughtful insights into his musical journey, the energy of live performance, and what continues to inspire him after decades of performing and recording.

Enjoy this engaging conversation with one of today's most accomplished jazz pianists.

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Tuesday, July 21, 2026

Craig Wahl Interview | Leadership Expert, CEO Advisor & Author of The Walk on Leading Through Chaos

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Craig Wahl—leadership architect, CEO advisor, speaker, entrepreneur, and author of the upcoming book The Walk: Leadership When There Is No Finish Line.

Craig's leadership philosophy wasn't built in a classroom—it was forged through adversity. After surviving a near-fatal accident and helping lead a company through an extraordinary $500 million hypergrowth journey, scaling from 8 employees to more than 300 in less than two years, he learned firsthand what authentic leadership looks like when organizations face lawsuits, bankruptcies, rapid expansion, and relentless uncertainty.

Today, Craig advises CEOs and executive teams on building resilient organizations, leading with endurance instead of ego, navigating high-pressure decisions, and preparing businesses to thrive in the rapidly evolving AI era.

Based just outside Toronto, Canada, Craig shares an inspiring story that spans everything from his early love of grunge music to becoming one of today's trusted voices on leadership, resilience, innovation, and organizational growth.

Whether you're a CEO, entrepreneur, manager, founder, or aspiring leader, this conversation is packed with practical insights on navigating uncertainty and leading with purpose.

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http://www.njorth.ai/

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Robert Misheloff Interview | Smarter Equipment Finance USA Founder on Helping Small Businesses Grow

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Robert Misheloff, founder of Smarter Equipment Finance USA, an entrepreneur dedicated to bringing honesty, transparency, and fairness to the world of small business equipment financing.

After spending 10 years running a marketing firm, Robert saw firsthand how many small business owners were being underserved by traditional lenders and overwhelmed by confusing financing options, hidden fees, and complicated processes. That experience inspired him to build a company focused on doing things differently.

Today, Robert specializes in helping small business owners, entrepreneurs, and single-operator businesses access equipment financing solutions that fit their needs—especially those who may have difficulty getting support through traditional lending channels.

His mission is simple: help business owners make smarter financial decisions, understand their options, avoid costly mistakes, and gain the confidence needed to grow their businesses.

In this conversation, Robert shares his entrepreneurial journey, why transparency matters in finance, and how providing education and trust can change the relationship between lenders and business owners.

This is an inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship, business ethics, innovation, and creating solutions that truly serve people.

Enjoy this fascinating interview with Robert Misheloff.

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Lauretta Zucchetti Interview | Author, Speaker & Empowerment Expert on Identity, Self-Trust & Reinvention

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Lauretta Zucchetti—speaker, author, transformational coach, and a powerful voice on identity, self-trust, conscious choice, and personal reinvention.

Lauretta’s work helps women unlearn the expectations and beliefs they were taught to carry so they can reconnect with who they truly are and create the life they deeply desire. Her message exists at the intersection of identity, confidence, authenticity, and intentional living.

With a background spanning international sales, leadership development, and transpersonal psychology, Lauretta has worked with organizations including Apple Computer International and Xerox, while building decades of experience navigating high-pressure corporate environments, personal transformation, and profound life changes.

Her remarkable journey includes rebuilding her life multiple times, moving across continents, stepping away from external definitions of success, and choosing authenticity over achievement when the two came into conflict.

Raised in Italy by grandparents and a foster family with traditional beliefs about women's roles, Lauretta grew up with the message that a woman should simply accept what life and others decided for her. Through courage, self-discovery, and transformation, she challenged those beliefs and created a new path—one rooted in freedom, awareness, and personal power.

Enjoy this powerful conversation with Lauretta Zucchetti.

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