Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino

Monday, March 9, 2026

Janel Louise Ohletz Interview – Chef, Soil Scientist & Healthy Living Mentor | Famous Interviews

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with author, chef, kitchen coach, healthy eating mentor, and speaker Janel Louise Ohletz.

Janel’s life journey has taken many fascinating turns. Growing up on a small farm in rural New Hampshire helped deepen her connection to the land and sparked a lifelong interest in food, agriculture, and health.

Over the years she has worked as a model, wrangler, construction worker, and chef, eventually finding her calling in regenerative practices that support both Mother Earth and personal well-being. Janel holds a PhD in Soil Science and is also a classically trained chef with more than 20 years in the hospitality industry.

Through her work as a kitchen coach and mentor, she helps people reconnect with food, health, and the environment while embracing a more sustainable and nourishing way of living.

In this episode, we explore Janel’s incredible journey, the connection between soil health and human health, and the lessons she has learned along the way.

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https://www.ohletzgrow.com/

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Freelance Journalist, Ghostwriter, Successful Businessman & Bestselling Author Henry DeVries 

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with freelance journalist, ghostwriter, bestselling author, and publicity expert Henry DeVries.

Henry is the publicist-in-chief at Persuade With A Story and a partner at Indie Books International. Throughout his career, he has helped authors, entrepreneurs, and business leaders harness the power of storytelling to build stronger brands and reach wider audiences.

Before launching his current ventures, Henry served as president of an Ad Age 500 PR agency, where he helped double company revenues. He also served as assistant dean of continuing education at the University of California San Diego.

Over the years, Henry has been a ghostwriter, co-author, and editor of more than 300 business books, making him one of the most experienced collaborators in the business publishing world. He also hosts the show Agency Rainmaker TV, where he shares insights on marketing, publicity, and storytelling.

On a personal note, Henry is a passionate baseball fan who has visited 44 Major League Baseball parks, with just four remaining on his quest to experience them all.

Speaking with us from San Diego, Henry shares the story behind his remarkable career in journalism, publicity, publishing, and business storytelling.

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Daniel Bamper Interview – Martial Arts Master Turned CFO Helping Contractors Profit

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with martial arts master, chemist-turned-CFO, and entrepreneur Daniel Bamper.

Dan is the founder of Black Belt Ledgers and a profit coach who helps contractors and trades business owners doing over $1 million in revenue finally take control of their finances. Through proven systems and financial frameworks, he helps businesses install processes that drive profitability and allow owners to pay themselves like true CEOs.

Before launching his CFO firm, Dan successfully scaled his own martial arts school by $150K using financial strategies he built from scratch. That success ultimately led him to leave a six-figure government job and launch a company that now helps contractors uncover hidden profits, fix cash flow chaos, and grow with clarity and confidence.

From his base in Oklahoma City, Dan works with contractors and trades professionals across the country who want stronger financial systems and sustainable growth.

In this conversation, we dive into his journey from martial arts instructor to financial strategist, his approach to helping contractors build profitable businesses, and the lessons he’s learned along the way.

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Jazz Guitar Legend Dave Stryker on 2026's Blue Fire & Recording at Van Gelder Studio | Neon Jazz

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring acclaimed jazz guitarist Dave Stryker.

We caught up with Dave to talk about his 2026 album Blue Fire: The Van Gelder Session, a powerful new recording that captures his trio at the legendary Van Gelder Studio for the first time.

Dave first made his mark in jazz working with icons like Jack McDuff and Stanley Turrentine before launching a celebrated career as a bandleader and recording artist.

On Blue Fire, Stryker brings together his longtime trio featuring:

Jared Gold on organ
McClenty Hunter on drums

The album showcases the trio’s deep groove and chemistry through four new Stryker originals along with inspired interpretations of classics like “The Fool on the Hill” by The Beatles songwriting duo John Lennon and Paul McCartney, and “Dexterity” by bebop legend Charlie Parker.

Recording at the historic Van Gelder studio made this project a dream come true for Dave, and in this interview we dive into the music, the band’s chemistry, the inspiration behind the record, and thoughts on America today.

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Sunday, March 8, 2026

Jazz Trombonist & Bandleader Steve Berndt Interview on Heart of Hearts (2026) & His Career

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring Ottawa-based bandleader, vocalist, and trombonist Steve Berndt.

We caught up with Steve to talk about his new 2026 album Heart of Hearts, a project that explores themes of love, honesty, and emotional connection through jazz. The eleven-track release features eight original compositions along with inventive jazz interpretations of three well-known pop and rock songs from the 1970s.

Steve is also the leader of the jump blues group The Jivewires. Over the years, the band has released six albums filled mostly with original material and has toured extensively across Europe, the United States, and Eastern Canada.

In this interview, we dive into the inspiration behind Heart of Hearts, Steve’s journey through jazz and jump blues, and the stories behind a long career making music and leading bands.

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Saturday, March 7, 2026

South Florida-based Jazz Guitarist Tom Lippincott

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring South Florida–based jazz guitarist Tom Lippincott.

We caught up with Tom to talk about his new 2026 album Ode to the Possible and his journey through the world of jazz guitar, education, and musical discovery.

Tom’s path in music began at the age of 17 when his first guitar teacher, Randy Wimer, introduced him to both classical and jazz guitar fundamentals. That early mentorship sparked a passion that eventually led him to attend the renowned University of North Texas, one of the most respected jazz education programs in the world.

Throughout his career, Tom has been influenced by inspiring teachers and mentors, shaping not only his artistry but also his role as a dedicated music educator. In this conversation, we explore his creative process, the making of Ode to the Possible, and the journey that led him into a lifelong commitment to jazz performance and teaching.

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Philadelphia-based Jazz Pianist & Composer James Fernando

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring Philadelphia-based jazz pianist and composer James Fernando.

We caught up with this prodigiously talented artist — known for equal parts mischief and mastery — to talk about his 2026 album Philly 3 and his adventurous life in music.

This is James’ sixth album overall and his powerful debut recording with his working trio. The record features:

James Fernando – Piano
Dan McCain – Bass
Kyon Williams – Drums

The trio first came together in 2023 after James received a last-minute call to assemble a group for a performance at the legendary Kennedy Center — with only three days’ notice.

From that moment, the chemistry of the trio sparked a new creative chapter that ultimately led to Philly 3. In this conversation, we dive into James’ nomadic journey through music, geography, collaboration, and the evolving modern jazz scene.

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