Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino

Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Multi-Instrumentalist Danny Keane on ‘Kinesis’ | Experimental Jazz, Electronics & Progressive Music

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with London-based award-winning instrumentalist, composer and producer Danny Keane. We catch up with Danny to explore his brand-new 2026 sophomore album, Kinesis, and the remarkable musical journey that has brought him to this point. Following his 2020 debut, this new project reflects the shape-shifting nature of his life and artistry, moving through musical worlds while carving out a sound all his own.

While rooted in jazz, Kinesis reaches into experimental, electronic and progressive music, creating a listening experience that is cerebral, hypnotic and meditative. The album also pays homage to the non-Western jazz musicians who have mentored and influenced Danny throughout his career, reflecting a broad musical perspective and a willingness to push beyond familiar boundaries.

The Anglo-Irish artist is regularly called upon to collaborate with some of the most renowned musicians of our time. With Kinesis, he steps into the role of visionary, bringing together the musicians around him to realize his own distinctive musical ideas.

In this conversation, we get into the inspirations behind Kinesis, Danny's evolution as an artist, the influence of his mentors, the creative process and his life in the ever-changing world of music.

Dig into a fascinating conversation about experimentation, collaboration and the limitless possibilities of contemporary jazz.

Featuring: Danny Keane
2026 Album: Kinesis
Based in: London, England
Background: Anglo-Irish instrumentalist, composer and producer
Topics: Contemporary Jazz, Experimental Jazz, Electronic Music, Progressive Music, Meditative Music, Musical Collaboration, Jazz Composition and Creative Evolution.

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Mom, Coach & Entrepreneur Lori Watson on Mindset, Self-Doubt & Confidence

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Lori Watson — Mindset Coach, Entrepreneur & Language Geek — about the power of language, mindset, and practical tools that help high-achieving women find greater clarity, confidence, and fulfillment.

A wife and mom of 10, entrepreneur, and Enlifted Level 3 Verified Mindset Coach, Lori brings a unique perspective to personal growth and self-leadership. Based in Utah, she is passionate about helping women recognize the language patterns that influence their thoughts, emotions, relationships, and decisions.

Through practical, real-time tools, Lori teaches women how to identify the words and internal narratives that contribute to stress, self-doubt, conflict, and indecision — and then flip the script. By changing the way they speak to themselves and interpret their experiences, women can begin moving toward greater peace, clarity, confidence, and intentional living.

In this conversation, we explore Lori's personal journey, her work as a mindset coach, the fascinating connection between language and thought, and her dreams realized through entrepreneurship, family, and helping others transform their lives.

How can the words we use change the way we experience the world? Lori offers an insightful look at how small shifts in language can lead to meaningful changes in mindset, relationships, and everyday life.

It's a passionate conversation about personal growth, self-awareness, and the power of choosing a different story. Enjoy this interview!

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Entrepreneur & Founder Sacha Awwa on Small Business Marketing & Growth | Uncomplicate It

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Sacha Awwa — Founder of Sacha Awwa Marketing Group (SAMG) and Co-Founder of My Marketer Mentors — about entrepreneurship, small business marketing, and her mission to help business owners stop wasting money on strategies that simply don't work.

With a background in design and data-driven strategy, Sacha bridges the gap between creative marketing and measurable business growth. She understands that small business owners are often overwhelmed by complicated strategies, competing advice, and marketing promises that don't deliver results.

After walking away from a mid-six-figure career path, Sacha chose to challenge the unnecessary complexity often sold to founders under pressure. That decision helped inspire her work with Uncomplicate It, an approach centered on restoring clarity, building smarter marketing strategies, and helping entrepreneurs focus on what actually moves their businesses forward.

In an era shaped by artificial intelligence, information overload, and borrowed marketing strategies, Sacha believes business owners need greater clarity, not more noise. Her work emphasizes practical decision-making, creative execution, and data-informed approaches to sustainable growth.

In this conversation, we explore Sacha's entrepreneurial journey, the experiences that shaped her philosophy, the challenges small businesses face when investing in marketing, and how founders can make smarter decisions about their time, money, and growth strategies.

It's an insightful conversation about entrepreneurship, marketing, and finding a simpler, more effective path forward. Enjoy this interview!

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Monday, October 12, 2026

Harvard Instructor & Speaker Margaret Andrews on Leadership, Emotional Intelligence & Creativity

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino seriesOn this episode, we talk with Margaret Andrews — Author, Harvard Instructor, and Global Keynote Speaker on Leadership, Emotional Intelligence & Creativity — for a fascinating conversation about leadership, self-awareness, innovation, and the power of understanding yourself to become a better leader.

Margaret brings an impressive background in higher education and executive development. She previously ran the MBA program at the MIT Sloan School of Management before becoming an associate dean at Harvard University. Today, she teaches graduate-level courses and executive programs at Harvard, including Unlocking Creativity, Managing Yourself and Leading Others, Creativity & Innovation, and Leading with Emotional Intelligence.

Her expertise and insights have reached audiences around the world. She has been featured in media outlets ranging from The Wall Street Journal to The Times of India and has contributed articles to Psychology Today, Training Industry Magazine, and Leader to Leader.

In 2025, Margaret published her book, Manage Yourself to Lead Others: Why Great Leadership Begins with Self-Understanding, through Hachette. Her work explores how self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and creativity can transform the way we lead, communicate, make decisions, and inspire others.

In this interview, we explore Margaret's remarkable professional journey, her experiences at MIT and Harvard, the foundations of effective leadership, the importance of managing yourself, and how creativity and emotional intelligence can help people reach their full potential.

It's a fascinating story packed with insights for leaders, entrepreneurs, executives, educators, and anyone interested in personal growth and professional development.

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🌐 Website: https://www.margaretandrews.com/

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Teacher, Author & Speaker Katharine Chestnut on Mindfulness, Healing & The Return

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this powerful conversation, we talk with Katharine Chestnut — Mindfulness Teacher, Author & Speaker — about how high achievers can stop living in survival mode, reconnect with themselves, and rediscover who they are beneath the stress.

After nearly 30 years as a successful corporate executive and rebuilding her own life following emotional trauma, Katharine developed a grounded, practical approach to mindfulness called The Return. Her work helps people rebuild self-trust, regulate their nervous systems, and find their way back to a more authentic, centered life.

At the heart of her philosophy is a simple but powerful reminder: This Moment Is Right and Perfect. Every moment offers another opportunity to pause, reconnect, and return to yourself.

In this engaging interview, we explore Katharine's personal journey, the lessons that shaped her work, the challenges of high achievement, and how practical mindfulness can help us move beyond constant stress and reconnect with what truly matters.

It's quite a story filled with insight, resilience, and the possibility of a fresh start. Enjoy this interview!

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Harry Bartlett & Kurtis Perrie on ‘This Is Living’ | Experimental Jazz & Electronic Music Collaboration

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series featuring Nashville-based guitarist and composer Harry Bartlett and Toronto-based electronic music producer Kurtis Perrie as we explore their 2026 album, This Is Living.

Over two weeks in Ontario, these two artists brought their distinct compositional voices together to create something unexpected. With a limited understanding of each other’s musical worlds but a shared curiosity and willingness to explore, Harry and Kurtis discovered a creative connection that became greater than the sum of its parts.

This Is Living unfolds as a hypnotic conversation between two musical traditions. Ethereal textures, captivating melodies, a distant pulse and nostalgic reflections combine to create a sound that draws listeners into an atmospheric and immersive experience. The result is music that pushes and pulls between guitar-driven composition and electronic experimentation, finding beauty in the space between genres.

In this conversation, we get into the collaboration, the creative process, the musical ideas behind the album and what happens when two artists step outside their familiar territory to build something new together.

From unexpected chemistry to ambient soundscapes and melodic exploration, Harry Bartlett and Kurtis Perrie make some musical magic on This Is Living.

Artists: Harry Bartlett & Kurtis Perrie
2026 Album: This Is Living
Harry Bartlett: Nashville-based guitarist and composer
Kurtis Perrie: Toronto-based electronic music producer
Topics: Experimental Jazz, Jazz Guitar, Electronic Music, Musical Collaboration, Ambient Music, Improvisation, Atmospheric Soundscapes and Contemporary Music.

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Pianist, Vocalist & Organist Dr. Gianni Bianchini on ‘A Study in Songbook’ & His Jazz Journey

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Florida-based Pianist, Vocalist, Organist and Educator Dr. Gianni Bianchini. We dig into his brand-new 2026 album, A Study in Songbook, a deeply personal project inspired by the songs his father loved and shaped by Gianni’s understanding of jazz, its traditions and its early days. This album brings together musical history, family memories and a lifelong passion for the art of jazz.

Gianni has built an impressive career as a performer, recording artist and educator, playing, recording or studying with an extraordinary range of jazz artists, including Jason Marsalis, Arturo Sandoval, Joshua Redman, Jeff “Tain” Watts, John Scofield, Stefon Harris and Kenny Werner.

Beyond the bandstand, Gianni is dedicated to passing the music on to the next generation. He currently serves as Director of Jazz Studies at Palm Beach Atlantic University, bringing his experience and knowledge to aspiring musicians.

In this conversation, we explore A Study in Songbook, the family connections behind the music, the influence of jazz history, his career as a pianist, vocalist and organist, and the many experiences that have shaped his musical voice.

From honoring the songs of his father to carrying jazz traditions forward, Gianni offers a fascinating look at the music, the memories and the journey behind it all.

Featuring: Dr. Gianni Bianchini
2026 Album: A Study in Songbook
Based in: Florida
Role: Director of Jazz Studies, Palm Beach Atlantic University
Topics: Jazz Piano, Jazz Organ, Jazz Vocals, Jazz Standards, The Great American Songbook, Jazz Education, Jazz History and Contemporary Jazz.

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