Thursday, August 31, 2023

Navy Veteran, VP of Business Development for The Service Design Group & Keynote Speaker Shaun McAndrew

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series .. On this episode, we talk with Navy Veteran, VP of Business Development for The Service Design Group & Keynote Speaker Shaun McAndrew .. She honed her leadership skills as a helicopter pilot and Commanding Officer in the U.S. Navy before diving headfirst into conveying the stories that build business relationships and create personal transformations. Shaun served in numerous leadership capacities during her Navy tenure.  She commanded a helicopter squadron, HSM-41, that was recognized as the most effective production squadron in the Navy.  She spent the final six years of her Naval career in higher education developing leadership skills in thousands of future officers. Enjoy this Interview ..  


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International Educator & Author Erin Lebacqz

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series .. On this episode, we talk with International Educator & Author Erin Lebacqz .. She has been teaching writing for over 25 years. Her clients include business and non-profit organizations in the United States and around the world. Her new book High-Value Writing: Real Strategies for Real-World Writing helps business writers boost their confidence by writing clearly, concisely, and with intention.Enjoy this Interview ..  

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Founder of Renegade Branding, Speaker, Author & Coach Ann Bennett

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series .. On this episode, we talk with Renegade Branding, Speaker, Author & Coach Ann Bennett .. She uses her marketing and branding genius to help women entrepreneurs (and a few good men) build their STAND OUT personal brands and boost their profits. She works with purpose-driven entrepreneurs who do transformational work, so they can liberate and ignite their unique genius, authentic voice and build a profitable brand platform. Ann has 25 years of experience in visual and graphic design and has brought her talents to many major magazines from Popular Mechanics to Vogue. Enjoy this Interview ..  

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023

Author & Writer of The Book Dangerous Rhythms T.J. English

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Author & Writer of The Book Dangerous Rhythms T.J. English .. His spectacular book tells the symbiotic story of jazz and the underworld: a relationship fostered in some of 20th century America’s most notorious vice districts. For the first half of the century mobsters and musicians enjoyed a mutually beneficial partnership. The timeline of story and fact followings a mincing of jazz legends like Louis Armstrong, Earl “Fatha” Hines, Fats Waller, Duke Ellington, Billie Holiday, Lena Horne, and Ella Fitzgerald. This is cast against the glare and inevitable momentum of mobsters like Al Capone, Meyer Lansky and Charlie “Lucky” Luciano...  We cover the revelations and soul of the author and this important story that needed to be told from a jazz aficionado and brilliant writer .. Dig in .. 

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Founder of PodRep.Pro & Co-host of Geek Girl Soup Kelly Smith

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series .. On this episode, we talk with Founder of PodRep.Pro & Co-host of Geek Girl Soup Kelly Smith .. She is the founder of PodRep.Pro, a podcast booking agency that connects podcast guests and hosts so they all gain more visibility, more fans, and more sales. She has been podcasting since 2012 with Geek Girl Soup. She is the author of the number 1 Amazon bestseller The Podcast Launch Playbook. She is the host of Podcast Launchpad, where she helps entrepreneurs use their own podcast as a marketing tool to grow their business. Enjoy this Interview ..  

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CEO of Executive Leadership Consulting Sonya Shelton

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series .. On this episode, we talk with CEO of Executive Leadership Consulting Sonya Shelton .. She founded Executive Leadership Consulting (ELC) in 2007 from her passion for partnering with leaders and high achievers to create a clear vision and build work environments where employees are fulfilled and completely committed to their organization’s success. She has captured her leadership tips and success stories in her #1 Amazon bestselling book “You’re an Executive, But Are You a Leader?” Having been an executive as well as an international speaker and consultant, Sonya knows how to tap into lesser-known, hidden practices that drive true leadership. Her philosophy, background and experience add a strategic, pragmatic, and multidimensional approach to making strong leaders. Enjoy this Interview ..  

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Founder of Woodson Wealth Management & Allegiant Divorce Solutions Jamie Lima

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series .. On this episode, we talk with Founder of Woodson Wealth Management & Allegiant Divorce Solutions Jamie Lima .. He grew up in a family that always seemed to have money challenges. That led him to a career in finance as he wanted to learn and understand how to better support himself and his family. He began his career in 2006 with Morgan Stanley and in 2011 joined Fidelity Investments. He was responsible for overseeing $1 billion in assets for 450 families and businesses. Today, he primarily focuses on mid-career professionals, working to maximize their wealth, so they can do what they love with zero financial stress. Enjoy this Interview ..  


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Founder & President of Favorite Daughter Media Sara Lohse

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series .. On this episode, we talk with Founder & President of Favorite Daughter Media Sara Lohse .. She run a creative agency dedicated to helping mission-driven businesses and entrepreneurs use their outside voices. By leveraging the connective power of storytelling, Sara can help you transform your passion into a platform for thought leadership, position yourself as a subject matter expert, and reach an audience with a message that resonates. With Sara, it's not just about speaking out; it's about letting your story unfold in a way that captivates and leaves an indelible mark. Enjoy this Interview ..  

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Podcaster & The Most Charismatic Man in Entertainment Percy Brown

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series .. On this episode, we talk with Podcaster & The Most Charismatic Man in Entertainment Percy Brown .. He is an Actor by day, Content Creator by night. He blends both comedy and charisma to create a fun, positive, but also productive conversation. Not only is he very personable with incredible charisma and hair, but an energy and intensity. Even when not acting, his aim is to captivate an audience and spreading positivity... Enjoy this Interview ..  

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Monday, August 28, 2023

Italy-based Marketing & Creative Start-Up Coach Christine Michaelis

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series .. On this episode, we talk with Italy-based Marketing & Creative Start-Up Coach Christine Michaelis .. She is the founder of the Creative Start-Up Academy, author of multiple books, public speaker and podcaster. She has worked in marketing and advertising for more than 12 years before she decided to start her own business supporting start-ups. With her hands-on approach, she has helped hundreds of individuals validate their business idea and create a successful start-up as well as working with small businesses supporting them getting clarity and marketing their business. She sees entrepreneurship as a way of life and loves the passion that comes from working in that industry. Enjoy this Interview.

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Sunday, August 27, 2023

Jazz Drummer, Composer & Producer Patrick Soluri of The Hot Toddies

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Drummer, Composer & Producer Patrick Soluri of The Hot Toddies .. He opened up about their debut full-length album as New York City's leading hot jazz and swing band. The album celebrates the array of swinging vocal and big band numbers inspired by the legendary singers and composers of the era like Duke Ellington, Billy Holiday and Count Basie. As a relatively new group founded in 2018, they have quickly become one of the top bands on the swing scene in New York City. We cover quite a bit of ground .. Enjoy …

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Saturday, August 26, 2023

Jazz Pianist & Musical Director Joel Pierson of the Group Queen’s Cartoonists

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Pianist & Musical Director Joel Pierson  of the Group Queen’s Cartoonists .. We talked about their new 2023 CD Mozart’s Jazz Requiem .. Using Mozart’s renowned sense of humor as a guide, Joel re-composed this “tribute to one of the greatest pieces ever written” in the style of Raymond Scott and John Kirby, “with a hint of modern jazz in there, too.” Mozart died without finishing his requiem, so The Queen’s Cartoonists are here to finish the job in the form of a jazz tribute to one of the greatest pieces ever written. Dig the story ..  

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Barcelona-born, Boston-based Jazz Pianist & Composer Olivia Perez-Collellmir

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Barcelona-born, Boston-based Jazz Pianist & Composer Olivia Perez-Collellmir .. We get into her debut full-length album called Olivia. The album spans many of Olivia’s own musical interests like the marriage of flamenco music and Latin jazz with Spanish folk traditions and classical music, creating a universal sound with no musical boundaries. Hailed as a “Spanish virtuoso” who adds “a flamenco touch to chamber jazz”, she flourishes. Growing up amongst the sounds of flamenco, along with her studying classical piano, she has always held a life-long passion for the fusion of musical styles .. We cover this release and her life in music, along with the future. Enjoy .. 

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Persian-Jewish Jazz Singer, Composer & Anthropologist Galeet Dardashti

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Persian-Jewish Jazz Singer, Composer & Anthropologist Galeet Dardashti .. Traversing space and time, she collaborates with the haunting voice of her renowned Iranian grandfather, the late Younes. Sampling from an intense audio artifact he recorded in Iran, she brings some of the Persian legend's music to life for new audiences on her latest album called Monajat. We cover her life, the future and so much more .. Enjoy .. 

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Friday, August 25, 2023

Jazz Saxophonist Sharel Cassity & Pianist Johannes Wallmann on the 2023 CD Precarious Towers – 10 Stories

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Saxophonist Sharel Cassity & Pianist Johannes Wallmann on the 2023 CD Precarious Towers – 10 Stories .. The Midwestern all-star quintet Precarious Towers featuring Sharel Cassity, Johannes Wallmann, Mitchell Shiner, John Christensen and Devin Drobka .. The group that began as a brainchild of Johannes with each member contributing new works. The group’s first gigs were conceived in 2020 when the quintet’s otherwise highly in-demand players suddenly found their schedules emptied and were looking for a new project. We cover the band’s evolution, hopes for the future, live gigs and much more .. Enjoy .. 

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Motivational Speaker & Author Simone Knego

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series .. On this episode, we talk with Motivational Speaker & Author Simone Knego .. She leads an ordinary life filled with extraordinary moments. As a wife, mother to six children (and three dogs), and a serial entrepreneur, she splits her time between her family, businesses, and personal growth. She’s realized the small choices she makes every day to do good actually have the power to inspire others. With this book, she hopes to inspire you to embrace life’s ups and downs and realize the impact you’re making on the world. Enjoy this Interview ..  

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Co-Authors of The Side by Side Project Caryl & Jay Casbon

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series .. On this episode, we talk with Co-Authors of The Side by Side Project Caryl & Jay Casbon … They first met at Lewis & Clark College in 1995 and married in 2001. They worked in educational leadership, teaching, writing, retreat facilitation, and ministry. After transcribing 180 hours of interviews, we wrote the thirteen true teaching stories of these couples in our newly released book, Side by Side: The Sacred Art of Couples Aging with Wisdom & Love. A useful reader's guide, included in the book, offers over 200 questions and practices for couples and groups to delve deeper into the themes... Enjoy this Interview ..  

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Miracles in the Naked Light with Kimberly Braun

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series .. On this episode, we talk with Miracles in the Naked Light with Kimberly Braun .. Impelled from earliest childhood experiences, she has spent over a decade as a monastic nun exploring the path of Presence. With a master's in theology, she lives to inspire others to connect to, and live from, Divine Love at their center. She is a TEDx speaker and former meditation faculty at the renowned Omega Institute. Kimberly's communication skills ignite transformation on all levels serving others to lives of greater freedom and joy. She has served tens of thousands through her writing, speaking, retreats, online courses and community and has two new books in 2023. Her new book, Miracles in the Naked Light is her personal and dynamic story of building a monastery with no experience. Enjoy this Interview ..  

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The Creator of I'MPossible Promoting Positivity, Impact + Positive Change Chris Bertish

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series .. On this episode, we talk with The Creator of I'MPossible Promoting Positivity, Impact + Positive Change Chris Bertish .. He is a Speaker,  Author, Filmmaker, Conservationist, Ecopreneur, and Endurance Athlete. His latest memoir, “ALL IN!: ” Chronicles his 4000+ mile journey across the Atlantic ocean. The single longest journey by an any human board a Stand Up Paddle board. It is a story of grit, courage, passion and purpose. A story of team work, immense planning and preparation. Innovation and resilience, while constantly adapting to an ever changing environment and going the distance no matter the odds stacked against you...to achieve anything, even the seemingly impossible ... Enjoy this Interview ..  

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023

The Tick Terminator Brian Anderson

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series .. On this episode, we talk with The Tick Terminator Brian Anderson .. He is the one of a kind and only fulltime Tick and Lyme disease prevention specialist in the Country. He works as a consultant, a conference speaker, and helps supply outdoor workers and enthusiasts with unique and cost effective tick and insect repellants. Most people he meets knows very little about ticks and are quite fascinated with the things he shares with them. His title of "The Tick Terminator" is enough to make anyone smile... Enjoy this Interview ..  

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Author & The Erotic Entrepreneur Annie Temple

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series .. On this episode, we talk with Author & The Erotic Entrepreneur Annie Temple .. TNT Annie is a woman who has made her way from poverty, isolation, and marginalization to financial security, belonging, and empowerment. Since her earliest years, Annie has always been headstrong and vocal. Defiant and rebellious, she never hesitated to tell you what she thought. Many of her views came from growing up around family members with addiction challenges whom she loved and tried to protect. As a mother, every decision Annie ever made took the best interests of her children into consideration. Her story of hope and healing inspires and her experience of empowerment surprises all. Enjoy this Interview ..  

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Jazz Musician, Creative Coach, Podcaster & Author Allen Paul

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series .. On this episode, we talk with Jazz Musician, Creative Coach, Podcaster & Author Allen Paul .. He strives to help creatives in all walks of life to harness the essential tools to impact the world while living in harmony, abundance and in line with timeless principles. He has built multiple brands and creative platforms, written 4 books and resources, and run a successful faith-centered creative platform, God and Gigs, while coaching others to do the same with their gifts... Enjoy this Interview ..  

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