Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino

Tuesday, September 8, 2026

Veronica Reyes: Healing Through the Music of Life | Immigration, Cybersecurity & Resilience

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Author, Electrical Engineer & Cybersecurity Expert Veronica Reyes, whose extraordinary journey from Brazil to Washington, DC is a story of ambition, resilience, loss, transformation and finding a new sense of purpose.

Veronica moved from Brazil to the United States in 2015 after a professional opportunity brought her to Washington, DC. She went on to build a career spanning more than two decades in technology, electrical engineering and cybersecurity, helping organizations navigate uncertainty in an increasingly complex digital world.

But behind the professional accomplishments was another journey.

Away from the office, Veronica was navigating her own setbacks, losses and personal challenges—experiences that forced her to rethink who she was, where she was going and what truly mattered. Those experiences ultimately became the foundation for her powerful new book, Healing Through the Music of Life.

The memoir explores resilience, self-discovery, adversity and transformation, with music serving as a powerful source of comfort, meaning and healing.

In this wide-ranging conversation, Veronica and Joe Dimino discuss her journey from Brazil to America, building a career in cybersecurity, overcoming personal challenges, finding strength through music and turning difficult experiences into a story that she hopes can inspire others.

This is a conversation about starting over, discovering yourself and learning how the soundtrack of your life can help you find your way forward.

🌎 More Veronica Reyes:
Healing Through the Music of Life

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Dr. Ray Seol: The Prison of Language | Jazz, Korean Shamanism & Much More

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Musician, Author & Berklee College of Music Associate Professor Dr. Ray Seol.

In this fascinating conversation, we explore The Prison of Language—a deeply personal and unconventional project that exists as both a book and an album. From his career as a musician and educator to his work as one of the most frequently quoted K-pop scholars in the United States, Ray Seol has a story that crosses musical, cultural and academic boundaries.

Recorded during Ray’s Fulbright Scholarship in Korea, the eight-track project grew from interviews with fourteen survivors of suicide loss. The resulting music draws heavily from Korean shamanism and ritual, creating something far beyond what you might traditionally expect from a jazz album.

There is also a deeply personal element. One of the tracks was written on the day Ray’s mother was buried more than twenty years ago, adding another layer of memory, grief, culture and musical expression to this remarkable work.

From his base in Boston, Ray Seol takes us through the making of The Prison of Language, his experiences in Korea, his work at Berklee, his scholarship surrounding K-pop, and the powerful intersection of music, language, ritual, loss and healing.

This is a conversation about much more than jazz. It is about finding a musical language for experiences that words sometimes cannot fully express.

Enjoy this compelling conversation with Dr. Ray Seol on Neon Jazz.

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Amazon — The Prison of Language

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Monday, September 7, 2026

Nick Stefanacci Talks New Album Right Here, Right Now & Much More

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with the Prince of Soul Jazz, international saxophonist and producer Nick Stefanacci, discussing his powerful new 2026 album Right Here, Right Now.

We catch up with Nick from his base in New Jersey to talk about this new project, live performances, independent music production, and what it means to make music in America in 2026. This marks our return conversation with Nick after first speaking with him in 2023.

His fifth studio album, Right Here, Right Now, is a deeply personal project that Nick wrote, arranged, mixed, mastered, and produced entirely himself. The record features former Santana frontman Tony Lindsay and Bruce Springsteen trombonist Ozzie Melendez, adding even more soul and musicianship to an already stellar project.

We also talk about the single “Midnight Affair,” where Nick channels some of the magic and spirit associated with legendary producer and arranger Quincy Jones. The song and album serve as a conversation starter about artistry, independence, creativity, and the continuing legacy of soul jazz.

In this interview, we cover Right Here, Right Now, saxophone, soul jazz, Quincy Jones, live shows, music production, independent artists, the state of music in 2026 America, Nick's creative process, his evolution as an artist, and the future of the soul jazz tradition.

From New Jersey to the world, Nick Stefanacci is making music on his own terms. Dig this interview.

Listen to Right Here, Right Now:
Nick Stefanacci – Right Here, Right Now on Apple Music

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Sunday, September 6, 2026

Giulio Cuppari & Giosuè Consiglio of Psoas Trio Talks New Album Satori | Italian Contemporary Jazz

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with guitarist Giulio Cuppari and drummer Giosuè Consiglio of the Italy-based Psoas Trio.

We take a deep dive into the trio's new 2026 album Satori, their beginnings, evolution, individual musical journeys, and the creative chemistry that has shaped their sound. Based in Milan, Psoas Trio also features tenor saxophonist Alessio Dal Checco, creating a distinctive contemporary jazz voice built around listening, interaction, risk, and constant musical dialogue.

On Satori, the trio consolidates a musical path rooted in shared experiences while pushing themselves beyond preconceived ideas. Rather than following a fixed formula, Psoas Trio creates an open musical space where improvisation, communication, experimentation, and spontaneity help shape the music in real time.

Rooted in contemporary jazz while incorporating elements of British rock, the trio explores new compositional possibilities and expands its musical language without losing a strong melodic foundation. The result is music that feels adventurous and exploratory while remaining deeply connected to melody, expression, and the chemistry between three musicians.

In this conversation, we discuss Satori, the formation of Psoas Trio, the Milan jazz scene, contemporary European jazz, improvisation, composition, British rock influences, musical risk, ensemble interaction, developing a unique artistic identity, and the individual paths of Giulio Cuppari and Giosuè Consiglio.

We also explore how a band builds trust, how musicians learn to listen to one another, and how continuous dialogue can become the foundation of a distinctive sound.

From their base in Milan, we cover it all. Enjoy this interview.

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Psoas Trio - Satori on Bandcamp

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Saturday, September 5, 2026

Singer Jennifer Madsen on Girl Talk, Big Band Jazz & the American Songbook

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with acclaimed jazz vocalist Jennifer Madsen, talking about her powerful 2026 album Girl Talk.

This female producer-led big band jazz project reimagines the American Songbook through inventive arrangements, seasoned interpretation, big band storytelling and collaborative musical leadership. Jennifer sits at the center of a richly orchestrated ensemble, bringing classic material to life with contemporary energy and dynamic interplay between voice and band.

A mentor, educator and headliner performing regularly at clubs, concert halls and festivals, Jennifer brings a wealth of experience and perspective to this project.

We caught up with Jennifer initially in 2025, so it's great to reconnect with her in 2026 and dig deeper into Girl Talk, her performances, musical journey, leadership, education and the evolving world of jazz.

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Friday, September 4, 2026

Mandi Feely-Swain on Leadership, Consistency & Mortgage Success

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Educator, Author, Top Producer, Leader & Speaker Mandi Feely-Swain.

Born and raised in Idaho and a proud graduate of Boise State University, Mandi has a deep appreciation for Idaho’s growth and the families who call it home. She and her husband Cory live in Eagle, where they share a blended family filled with love, energy and plenty of adventures.

Mandi is a nationally recognized mortgage leader and top-producing loan originator. As Senior Executive Vice President at Premier Mortgage Resources, LLC, she has closed more than 2,500 units totaling more than $816 million from 2020 to 2025.

Known for her practical, people-first approach, Mandi helps professionals build consistency, confidence and lasting success. In this conversation, we explore leadership, mortgage lending, professional growth, mindset, family, education, consistency and what it takes to build a meaningful and successful career.

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DeeAnn Palin: The CEO Whisperer on Business Growth, Leadership & HR

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Founder & CEO of ONPOINT Business Solutions DeeAnn Palin, known as “the CEO Whisperer.”

DeeAnn helps CEOs and Boards accelerate growth, avoid costly people mistakes, and prepare for strategic transitions. With more than 20 years as a corporate executive and 12 years as a business owner, she brings extensive experience in leadership, business coaching, human resources and organizational transformation.

Through business coaching and fractional HR strategies, DeeAnn helps companies build stronger teams, navigate challenges and create sustainable growth.

From her base in Scottsdale, Arizona, we cover quite a bit of ground, including CEO leadership, business growth, Boards, HR strategy, people management, organizational transformation, strategic transitions, executive coaching and the challenges that come with building a successful company.

It's an insightful conversation about the people and leadership decisions that can make or break a growing business.

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