Wednesday, April 30, 2025

Featuring #1 Bestselling Author, Speaker & Entrepreneur Travis Parry

In this inspiring episode of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino, we sit down with Travis Parry — a #1 bestselling author, international speaker, podcast host, and founder of the Make Time Institute. Known for his transformative books Achieving Balance and Marry and Grow Rich, Travis is a thought leader in aligning financial success with life balance.

With a master’s in psychology and a PhD in Family Relations, Travis helps entrepreneurs and couples across all 50 U.S. states take control of their time, money, and relationships. His insights are grounded in both academic expertise and real-life application, making him a trusted advisor for business owners seeking sustainable success and balance.

Travis also hosts the popular podcast, The Balanced Growth Show, where he shares strategies for achieving personal and professional growth. Above all, Travis considers his greatest success being a devoted husband of 22 years and father to 8 amazing children.

📘 Discover more about Travis Parry and his mission: https://www.travisparry.com/media

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Survivor, Author & Founder of Be the World's Best with Sig Muller

In this unforgettable episode of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino, we talk with the late Sig Muller — a Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) survivor, inspirational author, and founder of Be the World’s Best. On August 23, 2024, Sig was clinically dead for over 8 minutes after suffering a sudden cardiac arrest. He miraculously survived and made a full physical and mental recovery — beating odds of less than 1%.

Sig’s powerful story of survival is matched by a career filled with impact and excellence. He worked with some of the world’s leading companies including Accenture, Ben & Jerry’s, Mayo Clinic, UnitedHealth Group, General Mills, Discover Financial Services, TCF Bank, and six startups — always striving to embody his life philosophy.

Raised by a Panamanian immigrant father, Sig was taught the values of hard work, continuous learning, perseverance, excellence, and living with faith. His journey is one of resilience, leadership, and a deep desire to help others become the best versions of themselves.

🙏 Discover more about Sig Muller’s legacy: https://www.betheworldsbest.com/ 

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Business Advisor, Author & Creator of the Clear Path to Cash Mike Milan "Cash Flow Mike"

In this episode of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino, we sit down with Mike Milan — also known as “Cash Flow Mike” — a seasoned business advisor, author, military veteran, and creator of the powerful system, Clear Path to Cash.

Mike has trained over 25,000 business owners, accountants, and bankers, helping them uncover more than $150 million in hidden cash. With a no-nonsense, numbers-first approach, he empowers business leaders to understand their finances fast, increase profit, optimize cash flow, and build more valuable, scalable businesses.

A former highway patrolman turned entrepreneur, Mike shares his unique journey from law enforcement to business leadership, as well as insightful, real-world stories that make financial literacy accessible and actionable.

💰 Learn more about Mike and unlock your Clear Path to Cash: https://cashflowmike.com/ 

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Acclaimed Saxophonist & Composer Patrick Zimmerli on His 2025 Album Songs of Innocence

In this episode of Neon Jazz, we reconnect with award-winning jazz saxophonist and composer Patrick Zimmerli to discuss his stunning 2025 release, Songs of Innocence. This marks Zimmerli’s 14th album as a bandleader and his debut release on the newly launched Emergence Music Productions (EMP) label, co-founded with producer and polymath Harold Bott, Jr.

The album brings together Zimmerli’s powerful and expressive trio — featuring pianist Kevin Hays and percussionist Satoshi Takeishi — for a refined yet emotionally rich collection. Songs of Innocence navigates the space between the spontaneity of jazz, the melodic openness of pop, and the structure of classical music, creating a body of work that is both intellectually engaging and widely accessible.

Originally featured on Neon Jazz back in 2018, Patrick returns with deeper insights into his evolving artistry, label vision, and the sonic philosophy behind this new project.

🎷 Explore the music and learn more: https://patrickzimmerli.com/site/

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Tuesday, April 29, 2025

Coach, Public Speaker & Trainer Nancy Li

In this engaging episode of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino, we speak with Nancy Li — a transformative coach, public speaker, and leadership trainer dedicated to helping individuals and teams thrive through clarity, care, and collaboration.

With a background as a people and project manager, business consultant, and nonprofit leader, Nancy brings a holistic approach to personal and organizational development. She specializes in helping leaders and teams build customized toolboxes to navigate challenging situations, enhance communication, and achieve meaningful goals.

Nancy integrates mindfulness, meditation, and nonviolent communication into her work, fostering emotionally intelligent leadership and resilient team cultures, especially in times of transition or conflict. Her story is one of deep insight and practical wisdom — tune in for valuable tools and inspiration.

🧘‍♀️ Learn more about Nancy Li and her work: https://pannapanya.com/ 

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International Speaker, Author & Past Life Reader Donna Hartley

In this powerful episode of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino, we talk with Donna Hartleyinternational speaker, survivor, author, and renowned past life reader. A former Miss Hawaii and television actress who appeared alongside legends like Robin Williams and Dick Van Dyke, Donna shares her incredible journey of resilience and transformation.

Her story has been featured on NBC, ABC, PBS, and in The New York Times, and she has spent over three decades speaking across five continents, captivating audiences with her wisdom on overcoming adversity, inner leadership, intuition, meditation, and spiritual healing.

Donna is also the celebrated author of the Fire Up! book series — including Fire Up Your Life!, Fire Up Your Intuition!, and Fire Up Your Healing! — which provide practical and inspirational tools for personal and spiritual growth.

🎙️ This is a transformational story you won’t want to miss.

🌟 Learn more about Donna Hartley and her work: https://donnahartley.com/

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Intuitive Life Coach, Podcaster & Author Tracey Napier

In this uplifting episode of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino, we talk with Tracey Napier — a powerful voice in personal transformation as an intuitive life coach, psychic, author, speaker, and host of The Tracey Napier Podcast.

Tracey is the author of GET CHANGED: How to Become the Master of Your Own Life, a transformative guide that helps individuals break free from self-imposed limitations, reframe personal challenges, and unlock a path toward growth, healing, and purpose.

As an emerging motivational speaker, Tracey specializes in helping people shift their perspective around perceived limitations. Born with a cleft palate, she once viewed her speaking voice as a limitation — but has since embraced it as a gift, turning vulnerability into power and purpose.

In this interview, Tracey shares her deeply personal journey, her insights on healing and empowerment, and how she’s inspiring others to reclaim their voice and create a fulfilling life.

Learn more and connect with Tracey Napier: https://www.traceynapier.com/

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Mental Health Coach & Conflict Specialist Davina Hehn

In this insightful episode of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino, we talk with Davina Hehn — a trained therapist, mental health coach, anger and conflict specialist, and host of a growing podcast aimed at emotional well-being and personal growth.

Davina is redefining how we approach emotions and relationships. Often described as a "professional friend," she helps individuals advocate for themselves without causing collateral damage, regulate their nervous systems, and raise emotionally healthy kids through practical, repeatable strategies.

Drawing from her background in therapy, Davina realized a fundamental truth: most of us were never actually taught how to manage emotions or handle conflict — especially within our most intimate relationships. Instead, we absorb what we witnessed growing up and hope it's enough. In this conversation, we unpack her journey, her transformative methods, and how she's helping people break generational cycles of emotional dysfunction.

🧠 Learn more about Davina and her work: https://www.asteadyspace.com/

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Mafalda Minnozzi & Paul Ricci on Their 2025 Album Riofonic

In this episode of Neon Jazz, we spotlight the powerful jazz partnership of acclaimed Italian vocalist Mafalda Minnozzi and brilliant guitarist Paul Ricci as they discuss their vibrant new 2025 album, Riofonic. This project is a deep musical journey that blends Italian romanticism with the soul of Brazilian jazz, creating a global sound rooted in emotion, rhythm, and authenticity.

Over her celebrated career, Mafalda Minnozzi has carved out a unique space in international jazz, fusing her Italian heritage with the richness of the Brazilian songbook. Riofonic captures the essence of her decades-long residency in Brazil and features contributions from some of Brazil’s most revered musical figures, including the legendary Roberto Menescal.

Together with Paul Ricci, a gifted and versatile guitarist, the duo crafts a sonic landscape that celebrates jazz improvisation, cultural fusion, and lyrical storytelling. In this interview, we explore their creative process, the inspiration behind the album, and the beauty of musical collaboration across borders.

🎶 Discover more and get the albums: https://mafaldaminnozzi.com/home-page/

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Monday, April 28, 2025

Author, Creator of the Mattain Method & Four Bodies Alignment Coach Manal El-Ramly

In this powerful episode of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino, we sit down with Manal El-Ramly — acclaimed author of Transcending Anxiety: From Fear to Freedom, TEDx speaker, and beloved teacher on Insight Timer. Manal is also the creator of the Mattain Method and a leading voice in holistic healing through Four Bodies Alignment Coaching.

We dive deep into her transformative 5-4-3-2-1 framework — a unique five-step process that helps individuals overcome anxiety, limiting beliefs, and emotional overwhelm by aligning the physical, emotional, mental, and egoic bodies. Manal shares practical, empowering tools to rediscover inner peace, freedom, self-worth, and authentic power, even in life’s most difficult moments.

If you're seeking personal growth, healing, and real change, this conversation offers deep insights and genuine inspiration.
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Stich Wynston and Richard Underhill of the Shuffle Demons on the 2025 Album Are You Really Real

In this new episode of Neon Jazz, we catch up with drummer Stich Wynston and saxophonist Richard Underhill of the iconic Toronto-based band Shuffle Demons. We dive into their electrifying new 2025 album, Are You Really Real, a project that brilliantly captures the magic of their legendary live performances.

Recorded at the historic Canterbury Music Studio in Toronto, Are You Really Real strips the music down to its essentials — bass, horns, and drums — creating a bold, full-bodied sound that fuels high-level improvisation and dynamic grooves. The album honors the band's rich history while fearlessly pushing their sound forward, blending traditional jazz, funk, blues, and rap influences into a modern, genre-bending experience.

In our conversation, we explore the band's journey, the making of the new record, the evolution of Toronto's music scene, and much more. Dig deep with us into the world of one of Canada's most innovative jazz groups!

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Sunday, April 27, 2025

BMG Recording Artist, Singer, Songwriter & Multi-Instrumentalist A.J. Croce

In this special edition of Neon Jazz, we catch up with acclaimed singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and BMG recording artist A.J. Croce. Known for his powerful voice and piano prowess, A.J. dives into his brand-new 2025 album, Heart of the Eternal. Fresh off his widely celebrated Croce Plays Croce 50th Anniversary Tour, A.J. shares stories from the road, his creative process, and what fans can expect from his upcoming Spring/Summer 2025 tour.

Heart of the Eternal made an impressive debut — landing in the Top 20 on the Billboard Americana/Folk Charts and Top 40 on the Billboard Current Rock Albums Chart. The album showcases A.J.'s deep musical lineage and personal evolution as an artist.

The son of legendary singer-songwriter Jim Croce, A.J. Croce began his musical journey early, mastering the piano and performing with icons like B.B. King at just 18 years old. Over the years, he has worked with a wide range of music legends including Willie Nelson, Ray Charles, Leon Russell, Allen Toussaint, The Neville Brothers, Béla Fleck, and Ry Cooder.

In our conversation, A.J. reflects on honoring his father's legacy while forging his own unique path in the music world.

🎵 Get the new album and explore more about A.J. Croce: https://www.ajcrocemusic.com/ 

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Brandee Younger on Revolutionizing Jazz Harp | New 2025 Album & Live at Flushing Town Hall

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. In this episode, we talk with acclaimed and Grammy-nominated jazz harpist Brandee Younger — a groundbreaking artist revolutionizing the harp’s place in modern music.

We catch up with Brandee to discuss her upcoming 2025 album, her highly anticipated performance at Flushing Town Hall in Queens on May 3, and her historic rise in the jazz world. Brandee made history in 2022 as the first Black woman ever nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Instrumental Composition, and she recently won the 2024 NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Jazz Album with Brand New Life.

Over the past 15 years, Brandee has worked relentlessly to break barriers and expand the role of the harp in jazz, soul, and contemporary music. Her story is both inspiring and transformative.

🔗 More on the Flushing Town Hall Show: https://www.flushingtownhall.org/brandee-younger-trio
🔗 Discover Brandee’s music and upcoming album: https://brandeeyounger.com/

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Saturday, April 26, 2025

Andy James on Fusing Jazz & Flamenco | New Album Happy People (2025)

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series. In this episode, we talk with acclaimed jazz singer, songwriter, and former flamenco dancer Andy James about her 8th studio album, Happy People (2025). After moving to the U.S. to pursue her passion for jazz, Andy James has created a unique sound that masterfully fuses the rhythms of flamenco with the soul of jazz.

Happy People — produced by Piero Pata and Jon Cowherd — features an ensemble of American and Latin jazz greats and explores the emotional highs and lows of love and life. We dive deep into the making of the album, her transition from flamenco to jazz, the impact of COVID on her journey, touring experiences, and much more.

🔗 Discover more about Andy James: https://andyjames.com/

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Healing Trauma, Embracing Psychedelics & Somatic Practices with Leslie Draffin

Welcome to another edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this episode, we dive deep with Leslie Draffin — a Women's Microdosing & Somatic Guide, Mindfulness Mentor, and Menstrual Cycle Educator. Leslie supports midlife women in embracing their bodies, sexuality, and the healing power of psychedelics. Through somatic practices like breathwork and sacred Earth medicine, she helps women overcome the deep wounds of unworthiness, release mental health struggles, and build vibrant, authentic lives.

Before this transformative work, Leslie built a career as a TV news anchor and host. We discuss her remarkable transition from media professional to healing guide, her passion for trauma recovery, and how reconnecting to the body can unlock profound personal freedom. Based just north of Austin, Texas, Leslie brings powerful insights and wisdom to this wide-ranging conversation.

Enjoy this inspiring story of healing, authenticity, and transformation.
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Find out more about Leslie Draffin’s work at: https://www.lesliedraffin.com/ 

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