Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this powerful episode, we talk with author, trainer, transformational educator, and founder of Your Own University, Dr. Lisha Antiqua, about healing, self-care, personal transformation, intimacy, self-trust, and creating a life beyond the experiences that have shaped us.Dr. Lisha is the creator of the Amazing YOU and Reclaim Intimacy Method and has been recognized as America's Premier Expert in Self-Care. For decades, she has studied transpersonal psychology, human behavior, personal transformation, healing, and recovery from childhood sexual abuse.After working with thousands of survivors, Dr. Lisha recognized a powerful pattern: healing can sometimes become centered entirely around what happened in the past, while the equally important question of what comes next can remain unanswered.Her philosophy is rooted in the belief that healing was never meant to become your identity.Today, Dr. Lisha helps women reclaim the parts of themselves that trauma and difficult experiences may have disrupted—including their voice, value, self-trust, relationships, intimacy, pleasure, purpose, confidence, and ability to create a life they genuinely love.A prolific author, Dr. Lisha has written five books and continues to help people transform the way they understand healing, identity, relationships, and personal growth.In this deeply meaningful conversation, we explore personal transformation, self-care, healing from trauma, self-trust, intimacy, relationships, purpose, resilience, human behavior, transpersonal psychology, recovery, empowerment, and building a meaningful life after difficult experiences.This conversation isn't simply about surviving the past. It's about discovering the possibility of creating what comes next.More Dr. Lisha AntiquaDr. Lisha AntiquaFor More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this episode, we talk with Liza Katsman, an ICF-certified executive coach and facilitator for entrepreneurs and leaders, about leadership, personal transformation, entrepreneurship, and finding the path between where you are and where you want to be.Liza works with leaders and entrepreneurs who are ready to make meaningful changes in their professional and personal lives. Her coaching helps clients gain clarity, strengthen their leadership abilities, navigate transitions, and take purposeful steps toward their goals.Her own journey is a powerful example of transformation. Liza began her career in education, transitioned into the corporate world, and eventually built her own coaching practice. Along the way, she experienced firsthand the profound difference between great leadership and poor leadership—how inspiring leaders can bring out the best in people while ineffective leadership can undermine confidence, motivation, and organizational culture.A pivotal moment came when Liza worked with a coach who helped her recognize something important: the path she wanted was available to her, even though nobody in her immediate circle had taken that particular path before.That realization ultimately helped lead her toward executive coaching and the work she does today.In this engaging conversation, we explore executive coaching, leadership development, entrepreneurship, career transitions, personal growth, confidence, decision-making, professional transformation, workplace leadership, and the courage to create a path that may look different from everyone else's.Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive, manager, emerging leader, career changer, or someone considering your next chapter, Liza's story offers an inspiring reminder that sometimes the biggest obstacle isn't whether a path exists—it's whether we can envision ourselves taking it.Enjoy this insightful conversation with Liza Katsman.More Liza KatsmanLiza K CoachingFor More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this episode, we talk with speaker, business strategist, consultant, and author Stephen E. Wright, an expert in helping small and midsize business owners cut through complexity, identify what really matters, and take the strategic action that creates meaningful momentum.Stephen's approach is built around a deceptively simple idea: pick the right thing and focus on it.Drawing on years of experience working inside struggling companies, growth-stage organizations, and business turnarounds, Stephen brings a practical, results-oriented perspective to the challenges facing today's entrepreneurs and leaders. His work helps business owners move from constant reaction and overload toward clarity, focus, execution, and profitable growth.What makes Stephen's experience particularly valuable is his combination of real-world CEO and VP turnaround experience with more than a decade of consulting directly with business owners. He has helped leaders navigate challenges involving growth, expansion, team development, execution, leadership, strategy, and organizational performance.In this engaging conversation, we explore business strategy, entrepreneurship, leadership, small business growth, business turnarounds, strategic planning, team development, execution, decision-making, focus, productivity, and creating profitable momentum.Stephen also shares the stories, practical illustrations, and hard-earned lessons that have shaped his approach to helping leaders solve the right problems instead of simply working harder on the wrong ones.If you're a small business owner, entrepreneur, CEO, executive, consultant, or leader struggling with too many priorities, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on how to simplify the noise, find the real issue, and make the move that matters most.More Stephen E. WrightPick One MethodFor More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this episode, we sit down with Kirk McCarley, The Seed Sower Coach, author, executive leadership coach, and ESPN production assistant, for an inspiring conversation about leadership, personal growth, faith, communication, confidence, and discovering your God-given potential.With more than 30 years of executive leadership experience across both public and private-sector organizations, Kirk has built a reputation for helping individuals grow beyond what they thought was possible. His coaching philosophy combines enthusiasm with reflection, determination with calm, and practical leadership experience with a deep belief in the potential within every person.As The Seed Sower Coach, Kirk works with clients to help them develop self-confidence, strengthen their leadership abilities, improve communication, and pursue meaningful personal and professional growth.But Kirk's story extends well beyond executive coaching. He also works as a Production Assistant for ESPN, supporting college football and basketball broadcasts, and stays active as a Certified Spinning Instructor, leading group cycling classes.Kirk is also the author of Thoughts for My Kids...and Other People's Kids, a collection of thoughtful vignettes exploring leadership, communication, relationships, life lessons, personal success, and the principles that can help people navigate life's journey.In this wide-ranging conversation, we explore executive leadership, coaching, faith, confidence, communication, personal development, purpose, sports, ESPN, cycling, fatherhood, mentoring, and the lessons that can help us become better leaders and better human beings.Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive, coach, parent, young professional, sports fan, or simply someone looking for inspiration and practical wisdom, Kirk's story offers plenty to take away.More Kirk McCarleyThe Seed Sower CoachFor More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this episode, we welcome New York Times bestselling author, Emmy Award winner, and legendary sports journalist Joe Posnanski, one of the most respected voices in baseball and sports writing.Known to readers as "Poz" or "Joe Po," Posnanski grew up in South Euclid, Ohio, before becoming one of the defining sportswriters of his generation through his groundbreaking work in Kansas City, where he built a Hall of Fame-worthy journalism career. Over the years, he has served as a columnist for Sports Illustrated, earned the title of National Sportswriter of the Year, twice been recognized as America's Best Sports Columnist by the Associated Press Sports Editors, and won two Emmy Awards as part of NBC Sports' Olympic coverage.Joe is also the acclaimed author of bestselling books including The Soul of Baseball, Paterno, The Machine, and The Secret of Golf. His debut book, The Soul of Baseball, received the prestigious Casey Award for Best Baseball Book, while the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum honored him with the Buck O'Neil Award for preserving and celebrating baseball's rich history.In this engaging conversation, Joe discusses his upcoming 2027 book, Fifty Seasons: Stories of the Baseball Years That Echo, a captivating countdown of the 50 greatest and most unforgettable seasons in Major League Baseball history. We also explore his early days in Cleveland, his influential years covering sports in Kansas City, his passion for storytelling, the evolution of sports journalism, and what continues to inspire his writing today.Whether you're a fan of baseball history, Major League Baseball, sports journalism, sports books, the Kansas City Royals, Cleveland sports, or great storytelling, this interview is packed with memorable stories and fascinating insights from one of the greatest sportswriters of our time.Learn more about Joe Posnanski:https://www.joeposnanski.com/ For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this episode, we talk with Fractional CIO, AI strategist, educator, and cybersecurity expert Kate Marshall about one of the most important challenges facing organizations today: how to adopt artificial intelligence in a way that is practical, responsible, secure, and actually creates value.Kate helps organizations navigate the rapidly changing AI landscape through AI governance, workforce readiness, leadership education, custom training, and practical implementation strategies.Before focusing on AI, Kate spent 18 years at the SANS Institute, where she led Summits and helped develop rapid-response training for emerging cybersecurity threats. Her work included curriculum marketing strategy, courseware development, emerging technology education, and organizational innovation.Kate was also instrumental in helping SANS move into the AI era. She launched the organization's first AI Task Force and its first AI Hackathon, creating opportunities to move beyond experimentation and toward meaningful operational value.Today, Kate is the founder of TheGrai, where she works with leaders and teams through customized training and workshops designed to help organizations understand and implement AI effectively. She is also a SHRM instructor, bringing her expertise in technology, workforce development, and organizational change together.In this fascinating conversation, we explore artificial intelligence, AI strategy, AI governance, responsible AI, cybersecurity, workforce readiness, AI training, business transformation, leadership, emerging technology, organizational change, and the future of work.If you're a business leader, CIO, CTO, HR professional, technology executive, entrepreneur, cybersecurity professional, or anyone trying to understand how AI can be implemented effectively, this conversation is packed with valuable insights.More Kate Marshallhttps://katemarshall.ai/ For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this episode, we sit down with Andrew Hinkelman, a human-centered leadership coach for CEOs, CTOs, founders, and executive teams, for a powerful conversation about leadership, resilience, burnout, relationships, and personal transformation.A former CTO and certified executive coach, Andrew now works with senior leaders who want to become better leaders of people—not simply better executives. His philosophy is rooted in a powerful idea: at the senior leadership level, professional development is personal development. Before you can effectively lead a team, you have to learn how to lead yourself.Andrew's own journey gives that philosophy real weight. After experiencing corporate burnout, he made the transition into entrepreneurship and executive coaching, building his career around a relentless focus on people, relationships, trust, and helping others succeed.In this engaging conversation, Andrew shares his story from technology leadership to executive coaching and explores what it really takes to build resilient, human-centered organizations. We discuss CEO coaching, CTO leadership, executive development, emotional intelligence, workplace relationships, burnout prevention, resilience, self-leadership, entrepreneurship, and the challenges facing today's leaders.Whether you're a CEO, CTO, founder, entrepreneur, executive, manager, technology leader, or aspiring people leader, this conversation offers valuable insights into becoming more effective while remaining grounded in what makes leadership truly human.From his base in Seattle, Andrew takes us through his entire journey and explains why the best leaders don't simply manage people—they understand them.More Andrew Hinkelmanhttps://www.pri-1.com/For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this powerful episode, we sit down with award-winning author and former JPMorgan Managing Director and Head of Americas Corporate Banking Jane Buyers for an extraordinary conversation about Wall Street, resilience, leadership, family, identity, and discovering meaning beyond professional success.Jane's remarkable journey became the inspiration for her award-winning memoir, Eight Septembers: A Woman on Wall Street from 9/11 to Lehman. Her career placed her at the center of some of the most consequential moments in modern financial history, while her personal life brought equally profound challenges and lessons.From experiencing 9/11 and the 2008 financial crisis to navigating family addiction, aging parents, marriage, motherhood, and the complicated search for identity beyond a successful career, Jane speaks with remarkable honesty about the experiences that shaped her.In this engaging conversation, we explore Wall Street, leadership, resilience, women in finance, personal transformation, family, motherhood, career achievement, reinvention, purpose, relationships, and finding meaning in life's defining moments.Jane's story is ultimately about more than finance. It's about what happens when the identity we've built around our careers is challenged—and how adversity can become an unexpected catalyst for growth, self-discovery, and a more meaningful life.From her base in Florida, Jane shares the wisdom she's gained through decades of professional achievement and personal transformation.If you're interested in Wall Street, financial history, women's leadership, personal development, memoirs, resilience, career reinvention, entrepreneurship, purpose, and inspirational life stories, this interview is one you won't want to miss.Jane Buyers:www.janebuyers.comEight Septembers:www.eightseptembers.comFor More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this episode, we sit down with former hospital CEO, faith-based leader, and author Bret Kolman for a deeply personal conversation about leadership, faith, reflection, and discovering true soul rest.Bret spent more than a decade leading two hospitals, navigating the demands and responsibilities of healthcare leadership while embracing an unusual practice for a CEO: periodically stepping away from the demands of his position to fast, reflect, connect with other faith-based leaders, and seek God.Those intentional pauses became transformative. They produced creative breakthroughs, greater peace, deeper spiritual understanding, and a collection of practical lessons that eventually became his book, Wisdom That Leads to Soul Rest.In this inspiring conversation, Bret shares how his experiences as a hospital executive shaped his understanding of leadership and why stepping away from the noise of everyday life can create space for clarity, renewal, and wisdom. We explore faith-based leadership, spiritual growth, burnout, reflection, sabbaticals, finding peace, purpose, and the importance of creating room for what matters most.From his base in Lee's Summit, Missouri, Bret opens up about his remarkable journey and the 23 bite-sized nuggets of wisdom that emerged from years of intentional reflection and spiritual practice.If you're interested in leadership, faith, Christian living, spiritual growth, personal development, executive leadership, finding peace, purpose, and living a more meaningful life, this conversation offers plenty to consider.Connect with Bret Kolman:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ceobret/ For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this episode, we sit down with Jorge Chavez, CEO and founder of Topaz Sales Consulting, for a fascinating conversation about sales, leadership, entrepreneurship, business growth, and the lessons learned from more than three decades in the sales profession.Based in Austin, Texas, Jorge founded Topaz Sales Consulting in 2015, transforming his 30 years of sales experience and passion for helping others into a thriving consulting business. His work focuses on helping companies and sales organizations develop the strategies, skills, leadership, and culture necessary to achieve greater sales success.Jorge's role extends far beyond traditional sales consulting. He coaches sales teams and executives, develops customized sales programs, mentors his internal team, speaks to organizations, creates new training initiatives, and leads the day-to-day operations of his growing company.In this wide-ranging conversation, we caught up with Jorge from Glacier National Park to talk about his remarkable career, the evolution of sales, effective sales leadership, coaching high-performing teams, entrepreneurship, business development, finding balance, personal passions, and the experiences that have shaped his life and work.Whether you're a sales professional, entrepreneur, business owner, executive, sales manager, or aspiring leader, this interview offers valuable insight into building relationships, developing teams, creating effective sales strategies, and achieving sustainable business growth.Learn more about Jorge Chavez and Topaz Sales Consulting:https://www.topazsalesconsulting.com/For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this fascinating episode, we sit down with yoga master, author, spiritual teacher, and meditation guide Stuart Perrin for an extraordinary journey through creativity, spirituality, meditation, and the search for a deeper life.Born in New York City, Stuart began his spiritual quest at the age of 16, searching for a teacher who could help direct his creative energy toward a meaningful spiritual path. He studied literature, philosophy, and acting, wrote visionary poetry, and eventually embarked on a bohemian journey through Europe and Africa before returning to the United States.That return would change everything. Stuart eventually met Swami Rudrananda, known as Rudi, in New York City and became his disciple. Rudi became a profound influence on Stuart's life and spiritual development, introducing him to a powerful form of Kundalini Yoga and meditation. Stuart studied with Rudi for years and ultimately became a teacher in his lineage.Today, Stuart has spent more than five decades teaching meditation and inner work, with students around the world. He offers online meditation classes, lectures, and retreats, sharing teachings focused on consciousness, inner balance, spiritual energy, the chakra system, and bringing meditation into everyday life.Stuart is also an accomplished author whose books explore meditation, spirituality, personal transformation, and the development of an inner life. His recent work includes Rudra Meditation: Transforming Life's Tensions Into Joy and Love, which combines memoir and meditation instruction drawn from his decades of experience.In this wide-ranging conversation, we explore spiritual awakening, Kundalini Yoga, meditation, finding a teacher, creativity, consciousness, inner peace, Rudi's influence, and Stuart's remarkable journey across more than 50 years of spiritual practice.Everything Stuart Perrin:http://www.stuartperrin.com For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this episode, we sit down with Lisa Sansom—founder of LVS Consulting, leadership coach, consultant, keynote speaker, change management expert, and one of Canada's leading voices in positive psychology.With more than 25 years of experience helping organizations thrive, Lisa works with leaders and teams to build healthier workplace cultures through leadership development, executive coaching, organizational change, and evidence-based positive psychology. As the owner of LVS Consulting, she has partnered with organizations across finance, technology, government, healthcare, education, law, nonprofit organizations, and corporate leadership.Lisa was also among the first five Canadians to earn a Master of Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP) from the University of Pennsylvania, one of the world's premier programs in positive psychology. Her work combines the science of human flourishing with practical leadership strategies that help organizations improve engagement, resilience, communication, collaboration, and long-term performance.In this engaging conversation, we discuss positive psychology, leadership development, workplace well-being, organizational culture, change management, executive coaching, resilience, employee engagement, and the lessons Lisa has learned from decades of consulting with leaders across multiple industries.Whether you're a business leader, entrepreneur, manager, HR professional, executive coach, educator, or simply interested in creating a more positive and productive life, this interview is packed with valuable insights and practical advice.Learn more about Lisa Sansom and LVS Consulting:https://www.lvsconsulting.com/For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this episode, we sit down with retired federal law enforcement officer, U.S. Army veteran, and author Barry Spaulding to discuss his remarkable life of service, storytelling, and creativity.Based in Rhode Island, Barry is a devoted father of three and grandfather of seven who has fulfilled a lifelong dream of becoming a published author. His passion for writing began in high school, where he developed a love for fiction, fantasy, and imaginative storytelling that continues to inspire his work today.Before embarking on his writing career, Barry served in the United States Army as a trained military journalist, writing for Army publications and working in public relations with the U.S. Army Test Command, helping showcase military research, development, and innovation during the late 1970s and early 1980s. He later dedicated nearly 32 years as a federal law enforcement officer, spending much of his career training and mentoring others while building a wealth of real-world experience that now informs his writing.In this engaging conversation, Barry discusses his latest work, including Dark Star, his transition from military service and federal law enforcement to becoming a full-time author, the creative process behind his stories, and the lessons he's learned through decades of service, leadership, and lifelong learning.Whether you're interested in military history, law enforcement careers, fiction writing, fantasy novels, author interviews, storytelling, veterans, or personal reinvention, this episode offers inspiring insights and memorable stories.Learn more about Barry Spaulding and his books:https://authorbarryspaulding.com/For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. David Fish—performance anxiety specialist, founder of Rise Up Eight, creator of the READ Method, author, and mindfulness expert.Dr. Fish helps professionals who excel in their careers but struggle when speaking in front of others. Whether it's a keynote presentation, team meeting, virtual conference, job interview, or high-stakes pitch, his innovative approach helps people transform anxiety into authentic confidence. Rather than fighting nervousness, his READ Method teaches individuals how to work skillfully with it, drawing on mindfulness practices rooted in his years of Zen training.What makes Dr. Fish's story especially compelling is the origin of his work. Through dedicated Zen practice, he independently developed an approach to performance anxiety that later paralleled the teachings of Jon Kabat-Zinn, who also studied under Korean Zen Master Seung Sahn before bringing mindfulness into mainstream medicine. That shared lineage became the foundation for Dr. Fish's practical system for helping professionals communicate with greater clarity, presence, and confidence.In this inspiring conversation, we explore performance anxiety, public speaking, executive leadership, mindfulness, confidence, communication, emotional resilience, Zen philosophy, and the practical techniques that have helped countless professionals unlock their full potential.If you're interested in public speaking, executive coaching, leadership development, mindfulness, overcoming fear, communication skills, personal growth, career success, and mental performance, this episode is packed with actionable insights.Learn more about Dr. David Fish and Rise Up Eight:https://riseupeight.com/ For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this episode, we sit down with mindset and leadership coach, executive facilitator, keynote speaker, and experiential leadership expert Michael Ian Cedar.Based in New York City, Michael works with executives, high performers, and emerging leaders to regain clarity of mind, strengthen communication, lead with greater confidence, and avoid the burnout that often comes from carrying too much responsibility for too long. His coaching philosophy blends leadership development, emotional intelligence, mindfulness, and practical strategies to help individuals create meaningful and sustainable success.Before becoming a trusted executive coach, Michael led Broadway bus-and-truck tours across more than 130 cities and produced nationally touring competitive arts events that served over 40,000 performers annually. These experiences shaped his unique perspective on leadership, collaboration, resilience, creativity, and performance under pressure.In this engaging conversation, Michael shares his remarkable career journey, explores the challenges facing today's leaders, discusses executive coaching, communication, workplace culture, burnout prevention, mindset, personal growth, and the surprising influence of tea and Zen tea culture on leadership, presence, and intentional living.Whether you're an executive, entrepreneur, manager, business owner, or someone striving to become a more effective leader, this interview offers practical insights for building a meaningful career while maintaining balance and fulfillment.Learn more about Michael Ian Cedar:https://thelegacyofyou.com/https://thelegacyofyou.com/helloFor More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this episode, we sit down with Silicon Valley technologist, entrepreneur, investor, educator, and commercial real estate visionary Neal Bawa.Known throughout the industry as the "Mad Scientist of Multifamily," Neal's remarkable journey began in India, eventually leading him to Silicon Valley, where he built a successful career as a technology CEO before transforming himself into one of the nation's most recognized voices in multifamily real estate investing. Today, he oversees a real estate portfolio exceeding $660 million, applying data, analytics, technology, and systems thinking to uncover investment opportunities and help others build long-term wealth.As one of the most sought-after speakers in commercial real estate, Neal combines deep expertise in multifamily investing, market analytics, process optimization, outsourcing, entrepreneurship, and business leadership. His practical, data-driven approach has earned him a reputation as an innovator who helps investors make smarter, evidence-based decisions in an ever-changing marketplace.In this engaging conversation, Neal discusses his incredible path from India to Silicon Valley, his transition from technology executive to real estate entrepreneur, the role of data and artificial intelligence in modern investing, building scalable businesses, leadership, commercial real estate trends, and the mindset required to continually reinvent yourself.Whether you're interested in commercial real estate, multifamily investing, entrepreneurship, technology, AI, business strategy, financial freedom, leadership, or personal growth, this interview delivers valuable insights from one of the industry's most innovative thinkers.Grocapitus Website - https://www.grocapitus.comFree eBook: Location Magic - https://multifamilyu.com/lp/location-magic-ebook/Join Our Investor Club - https://multifamilyu.com/clubFor More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this episode, we sit down with author, speaker, transformational and spiritual coach, conscious leadership mentor, and Loud Whisper® founder Isabel Draughton.Born and raised in Africa, Isabel's life journey has taken her across cultures, continents, and seasons of profound personal transformation. Today, through her signature Loud Whisper® Method, she empowers high-achieving women to reconnect with their authentic voice, overcome patterns of self-abandonment, and move beyond survival and performance into lives grounded in purpose, wholeness, courage, and authenticity.As the creator of Loud Whisper® and host of the Loud Whisper Podcast, Isabel has become a trusted mentor for women seeking deeper fulfillment in their leadership, careers, relationships, and spiritual lives. Her work blends conscious leadership, personal development, faith, emotional intelligence, and transformational coaching to help others create meaningful and lasting change.In this inspiring conversation, Isabel shares her remarkable story of navigating identity, leadership, faith, and purpose while discovering the courage to stop living by expectations and start living from a place of authenticity. We discuss the power of self-awareness, the importance of finding your voice, conscious leadership, women's empowerment, personal transformation, and creating a life aligned with your deepest values.Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive, leader, coach, or someone seeking greater purpose and personal growth, this interview offers valuable wisdom and practical inspiration.Learn more about Isabel Draughton:http://www.isabeldraughon.com/ For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this inspiring episode, we sit down with author, speaker, and women's advocate Tara Mae Temple to discuss her transformative journey of healing, resilience, and finding lasting inner peace.Tara is the author of Life Hacks for Healing & Harmony, a powerful guide that combines personal experience, practical wisdom, faith, and evidence-based coping strategies to help others navigate emotional struggles and create a more balanced, fulfilling life. Her story of overcoming decades of mental and emotional challenges offers hope to anyone seeking healing, purpose, and personal growth.With more than 15 years of experience in advertising, communications, healthcare fundraising, and marketing, Tara brings a unique perspective that blends professional expertise with deeply personal insight. During her own healing journey, she discovered practical tools that helped her overcome adversity, embrace resilience, and experience genuine harmony for the first time in her life.In this conversation, we explore mental wellness, emotional healing, self-discovery, women's empowerment, faith, resilience, healthy coping strategies, and the inspiration behind Life Hacks for Healing & Harmony. Tara shares actionable insights that can help listeners facing life's challenges while encouraging hope, courage, and authentic transformation.If you're interested in mental wellness, emotional healing, self-improvement, resilience, women's issues, personal development, mindfulness, faith, inspirational stories, and author interviews, this episode is for you.Learn more about Tara Mae Temple:https://www.tarasweetawakening.com/For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this episode, we sit down with Heather McLean, an Air Force veteran, AI strategist, entrepreneur, world traveler, and the Founder & CEO of McLean Forrester, a veteran-owned and woman-owned technology consulting firm based in St. Louis, Missouri.Before becoming a trusted voice in artificial intelligence and business strategy, Heather dedicated 20 years to the United States Air Force, where she led logistics and IT operations, managed complex technology portfolios, and developed a leadership philosophy centered on trust, teamwork, and mission success. Today, she helps business leaders move beyond the hype surrounding AI by creating practical strategies, innovative products, and measurable business outcomes.In this inspiring conversation, Heather shares her remarkable journey from military service to entrepreneurship, discusses the future of artificial intelligence, explains how organizations can successfully implement AI, and reveals why effective leadership always begins with people. She also reflects on building a successful technology company, empowering teams, and adapting to a rapidly changing digital landscape.If you're interested in AI, leadership, entrepreneurship, business strategy, technology innovation, veteran success stories, women in business, startups, digital transformation, and executive leadership, this interview is packed with valuable insights.Learn more about Heather McLean and McLean Forrester:https://mcleanforrester.com/For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with relationship expert, professional matchmaker, comedian, and relationship coach Paul Roseberry.With more than 10 years of coaching experience, Paul has helped CEOs, educators, professional athletes, entrepreneurs, and singles build healthier, more meaningful relationships. As a matchmaker for two of the nation's largest matchmaking agencies, he has worked with countless individuals looking to find lasting love while developing the confidence and emotional intelligence needed for successful relationships.Paul is also the creator of the SECURITY Method™, a relationship framework designed to help men build confidence, embrace healthy masculinity, communicate more effectively, and become stronger partners. While much of his coaching focuses on helping men, his insights are valuable for anyone seeking healthier, happier, and more rewarding relationships.Whether you're single, dating, engaged, married, or simply interested in personal growth, Paul offers practical advice that can help strengthen relationships and improve communication.Learn more about Paul Roseberry:https://www.paulroseberry.comIf you enjoy interviews with authors, coaches, relationship experts, entrepreneurs, and inspiring thought leaders, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Pam Marion—leadership strategist, executive advisor, speaker, author, recovering corporate executive, and Founder & CEO of BigPaw CX.After decades leading global teams inside enterprise software companies, Pam discovered a truth that many organizations overlook: most business problems aren't technology problems—they're leadership problems.Throughout her corporate career, Pam guided organizations through rapid growth, digital transformation, customer escalations, missed revenue targets, organizational change, and the countless high-pressure moments that keep executives awake at night. Having served in nearly every seat at the leadership table, she gained firsthand insight into what separates high-performing organizations from those that struggle.Today, through BigPaw CX and her proprietary Mirror Leadership Framework™, Pam helps technology leaders eliminate organizational drift by strengthening communication, accountability, trust, alignment, and execution—creating healthier cultures and more resilient businesses.Whether you're a CEO, executive, entrepreneur, manager, technology leader, or aspiring leader, Pam shares practical strategies for building organizations where people—and businesses—can thrive.Learn more about Pam Marion and BigPaw CX:https://www.bigpawcx.com/If you enjoy interviews with business leaders, entrepreneurs, executive coaches, bestselling authors, and leadership experts, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Nikola Ilic—founder of ChangeLab, leadership professor at Georgetown University, entrepreneur, and author of The Uncertainty Advantage.Nikola's leadership journey began long before the boardroom. As a teenager in Serbia, he became part of the youth movement that helped bring down Slobodan Milošević in 2000. Those formative experiences taught him invaluable lessons about leadership, mobilizing people, making decisions under pressure, and navigating uncertainty—lessons that continue to shape his work with leaders around the world today.A four-time business co-founder and four-time movement co-founder, Nikola has spent the past two decades advising world leaders, executives, entrepreneurs, nonprofit organizations, and frontline changemakers through some of the most complex and high-stakes challenges imaginable.Today, through ChangeLab and his teaching at Georgetown University, he helps leaders embrace uncertainty as a competitive advantage, build resilient organizations, and make better decisions in rapidly changing environments.Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive, student, nonprofit leader, or anyone interested in leadership and personal growth, Nikola offers practical wisdom for thriving in uncertain times.Learn more about Nikola Ilic and ChangeLab:https://www.changelabglobal.com/https://pulseofchange.org/If you enjoy interviews with bestselling authors, entrepreneurs, leadership experts, innovators, and changemakers, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Ray Negrón—New York Yankees Special Assistant and Consultant, New York Times bestselling author, Emmy Award-winning producer, columnist, SAG member, and one of the most beloved figures in Yankees history.Ray's extraordinary story began more than 50 years ago when, at just 17 years old, he was caught spray-painting graffiti on a wall at Yankee Stadium by legendary Yankees owner George Steinbrenner. Instead of sending him to jail, Steinbrenner gave Ray an unforgettable second chance by making him the New York Yankees batboy—a life-changing decision that launched one of the most remarkable careers in baseball.Ray quickly became part of the legendary "Bronx Zoo" Yankees of the 1970s, working alongside manager Billy Martin, Hall of Famer Reggie Jackson, captain Thurman Munson, and many other baseball legends. Over the next 37 years, Ray and George Steinbrenner built a relationship rooted in mentorship, loyalty, and friendship that lasted until Steinbrenner's passing in 2010.In this compelling conversation, Ray also shares the deeply personal story of his friendship with Dwight "Doc" Gooden, his efforts to help Gooden rebuild his life through the Yankees organization, and why he believes the former Cy Young Award winner deserves a place in the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown.This is a powerful conversation about baseball, loyalty, redemption, friendship, and the incredible impact one act of kindness can have on a life.Learn more about Ray Negrón:https://theraynegronstory.com/If you enjoy interviews with baseball legends, bestselling authors, sports personalities, and remarkable storytellers, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Sabine Kvenberg—founder of Impact Communication Coaching, keynote speaker, bestselling author, communication expert, and creator of the AI Visibility Accelerator.For more than 25 years, Sabine has helped coaches, speakers, entrepreneurs, and leaders discover their voice, strengthen their message, and develop the kind of presence that makes people stop, listen, and take action.Her journey is one of courage, reinvention, and transformation. Sabine arrived in America from Hamburg, Germany, with just four suitcases, built a successful career in a second language, and learned firsthand what it takes to be visible, trusted, and heard in a new environment.As a former professional actress and director, Sabine brings a unique understanding of performance, storytelling, confidence, and human connection into her communication coaching. She combines that creative background with years of business experience to help people communicate with authenticity, clarity, and impact.Whether you're a coach, entrepreneur, speaker, business leader, or someone looking to communicate with more confidence, Sabine shares powerful insights into becoming more visible and creating meaningful connections.Learn more about Sabine Kvenberg:https://sabinekvenberg.com/If you enjoy interviews with entrepreneurs, authors, speakers, communication experts, and inspiring leaders, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Dr. Carla Caturia—elite mental performance coach, educator, speaker, and creator of the RISE Framework, a proven approach that helps tweens, teens, young adults, and their families develop confidence, emotional resilience, self-trust, and the mindset needed for lasting success.With more than 20 years of experience in education and having coached over 10,000 students and families, Dr. Caturia has dedicated her career to helping young people thrive—not just academically or athletically, but emotionally and personally.Through her work, she has discovered a powerful truth: Success without a strong sense of self is rarely sustainable. Too many talented and motivated young people struggle not because they lack ability, but because they have never been taught how to handle pressure, regulate emotions, overcome setbacks, and remain connected to who they are while pursuing ambitious goals.Whether you're a parent, educator, coach, student, or someone passionate about youth development, Dr. Caturia offers valuable insights into raising confident, resilient, and emotionally intelligent young people.Learn more about Dr. Carla Caturia and The House of RISE:https://www.thehouseofrise.com/If you enjoy interviews with leading educators, authors, coaches, psychologists, and thought leaders, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with bestselling author, speaker, and host of the Delay the Binge™ Podcast, Pam Dwyer.Pam’s story is one of resilience, healing, and transformation. After surviving a childhood marked by abuse, neglect, and significant adversity, she discovered a powerful truth: lasting change doesn’t happen in the reaction—it happens in the pause before it.Today, Pam helps high-achievers, leaders, entrepreneurs, and driven professionals identify what she calls “quiet depletion”—the hidden emotional exhaustion that often exists beneath outward success, responsibility, productivity, and resilience. Through her coaching, speaking, and writing, she teaches practical strategies for interrupting unhealthy patterns, making intentional choices, building sustainable momentum, and creating a life that is aligned with who you truly are.Whether you’re navigating stress, burnout, emotional eating, compulsive habits, leadership pressure, or simply seeking greater self-awareness and balance, Pam shares practical tools and hard-earned wisdom that can help you move from survival to intentional living.Learn more about Pam Dwyer and the Delay the Binge™ movement: https://delaythebinge.com/If you enjoy interviews with authors, speakers, coaches, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Benjamin Lee—combat veteran, recovered addict, author, life transformation coach, podcast host, and founder of The Initiation Source.Benjamin's life is a remarkable story of resilience, redemption, and purpose. After serving multiple combat tours as an Air Force Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technician, he returned home carrying the invisible wounds of war. Like many veterans, he faced battles that weren't visible—struggling with addiction, depression, loss of identity, and a search for meaning.What followed was a powerful journey of recovery and reinvention. Through years of personal work, healing, and self-discovery, Benjamin rebuilt his life from the ground up and transformed his greatest struggles into a mission of helping others.Today, Benjamin serves as the Head Life Coach and Administrative Coordinator for the College of Charleston Life Design Coaching Center, hosts the Lowcountry Life Design Podcast, and leads The Initiation Source, where he helps individuals reconnect with their authentic selves, redefine their identity, and create lives filled with purpose and intention.Benjamin's story is one of hope, courage, and the extraordinary capacity for human transformation. Whether you're navigating personal challenges, career transitions, recovery, or simply seeking greater purpose, this conversation offers valuable wisdom and inspiration.Learn more about Benjamin Lee:www.benjaminjohnlee.comIf you enjoy interviews with veterans, authors, coaches, entrepreneurs, and inspiring changemakers, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Scott Shagory—founder and CEO of Purple Finch Group, Fractional Executive, entrepreneur, strategic advisor, and host of the Disciplined Troublemakers Podcast.Scott specializes in helping founder-led technology companies generating between $2 million and $50 million in annual recurring revenue (ARR) navigate one of the most challenging phases of growth—when early momentum driven by hustle and intuition gives way to the need for scalable systems, operational architecture, and disciplined leadership. Through Purple Finch Group, he helps CEOs redesign decision-making, improve operational flow, strengthen organizational structure, and build companies that are attractive to investors and positioned for long-term enterprise value.Drawing on his experience in technology strategy, capital planning, organizational design, and even the principles of martial arts, Scott offers a unique perspective on how founders can evolve from builders into architects of sustainable businesses. He also explores these ideas on his Disciplined Troublemakers Podcast, where he interviews leaders about scaling companies, innovation, AI, and operational excellence. Whether you're a startup founder, CEO, entrepreneur, investor, or business leader, Scott shares practical insights into building organizations that can grow beyond the founder and thrive for years to come.Learn more about Scott Shagory and Purple Finch Group:https://purplefinchgroup.com/If you enjoy interviews with entrepreneurs, technology leaders, founders, and innovators, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Rob Broadhead—Fractional CIO, software architect, entrepreneur, and founder of RB Consulting. With more than 30 years of experience in technology leadership, Rob has helped startups, mid-sized companies, and established organizations modernize legacy systems, build scalable software, and align technology with real business goals.Unlike many technology consultants who simply recommend software, Rob focuses on the operational challenges that determine whether technology initiatives succeed or fail. His work helps executives identify hidden obstacles that quietly slow growth, including unclear ownership, fragmented workflows, poor system integration, organizational debt, communication breakdowns, and decision-making bottlenecks.As a trusted technology advisor, Rob specializes in helping businesses create sustainable systems that improve efficiency, strengthen leadership, and prepare organizations for long-term success. Whether you're a business owner, entrepreneur, executive, IT professional, or technology enthusiast, Rob shares valuable insights into building smarter organizations through better systems and stronger leadership.Learn more about Rob Broadhead and RB Consulting:https://rb-sns.com/If you enjoy interviews with entrepreneurs, business leaders, technology innovators, and industry experts, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Melyssa Jaskiewicz, Founder and Executive Director of Leveling the Fields (LTF), a nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing girls' participation in sports as a catalyst for leadership, confidence, resilience, and lifelong success.After more than 20 years in business development and over 15 years in the professional sports and sports technology industries, Melyssa launched Leveling the Fields to create greater access and opportunity for girls through athletics. Today, she leads a passionate team of more than 30 volunteers, overseeing strategy, fundraising, partnerships, and program expansion while building a scalable model with plans for national growth.In just its first two years, Leveling the Fields successfully launched programs across multiple schools and delivered 17 impactful programs, empowering young girls to discover the life-changing benefits of sports participation.Before founding LTF, Melyssa served as Vice President of Sales at Sideline Sports, where she developed relationships with nearly every professional sports team in the United States and helped launch and grow innovative digital sports technology products.Whether you're passionate about youth development, leadership, women's sports, nonprofit organizations, or entrepreneurship, Melyssa shares valuable insights on creating opportunities that can transform lives.Learn more about Melyssa Jaskiewicz:https://www.linkedin.com/in/melyssajaskiewicz/If you enjoy interviews with nonprofit leaders, entrepreneurs, sports executives, and inspiring changemakers, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Trea Da Fit Artist—online fitness coach, personal trainer, music artist, entrepreneur, and host of the Sculpt N Create Podcast. As the founder of Next World Fitness, Trea is on a mission to help artists, entertainers, entrepreneurs, and high-achieving creatives build healthier bodies, stronger mindsets, and sustainable lifestyles that fuel success.Based in Mississippi, Trea combines fitness, creativity, discipline, and personal development into a philosophy that goes far beyond physical appearance. He believes true fitness is about having the energy, confidence, focus, and resilience needed to perform at your highest level—in business, music, creativity, and everyday life.Through coaching, content creation, and his podcast, Trea inspires people to pursue their goals without sacrificing who they are, proving that physical wellness and creative excellence can go hand in hand.Whether you're an entrepreneur, artist, athlete, or someone striving to become your best self, Trea shares practical advice and motivating insights for building lasting success from the inside out.Learn more about Trea Da Fit Artist & Next World Fitness:https://www.nextworldfitness.com/If you enjoy interviews with entrepreneurs, fitness experts, coaches, musicians, and inspiring leaders, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with somatic practitioner Lindsay Little, whose work helps people reconnect with their bodies, regulate their nervous systems, and cultivate a deeper sense of presence, resilience, and authentic living.Lindsay's journey began with a question about her own body. As a dedicated runner, weightlifter, and systems thinker, she became fascinated by how the body could move more efficiently, recover more effectively, and function with greater ease. That curiosity led her into the worlds of massage therapy, yoga, breathwork, and somatic practices, where she has spent years studying the interconnected relationships between movement, breath, energy, emotions, and mindset.Today, Lindsay helps people reconnect with their essential selves by exploring how the body stores experience and how greater awareness can unlock healing, confidence, and personal empowerment. Her work encourages individuals to move beyond limiting stories, external expectations, and unconscious patterns to discover a more grounded and authentic way of living.Whether you're interested in personal growth, wellness, mental health, or understanding how the body influences our everyday lives, this conversation offers practical insights and thoughtful perspectives.Learn more about Lindsay Little:https://somalingua.com/If you enjoy interviews with wellness experts, authors, therapists, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series featuring acclaimed vocalist, recording artist, composer, educator, performer, and author Machan Taylor.We caught up with Machan from her home in Upstate New York to discuss her powerful new memoir, Naked Out Loud, and her extraordinary journey through the worlds of jazz, rock, pop, and television.Machan Taylor has enjoyed one of the most remarkable careers in modern music. Her unmistakable voice has been featured on recordings and live performances with some of the world's biggest artists. She has toured with Sting and performed on stadium tours with Pink Floyd, Foreigner, and Pat Benatar, while also sharing the stage with legends including Aretha Franklin, George Benson, Billy Joel, Bobby Caldwell, Natalie Merchant, and Gov't Mule.Television audiences have seen her perform on Saturday Night Live, Late Show with David Letterman, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Conan, The Arsenio Hall Show, and many other national broadcasts.Her musical journey began at just 16 years old, performing in coffeehouses and nightclubs before becoming co-leader of the swing and bebop group Za Zu Zaz. In 1979, she moved to New York City and landed a featured vocalist role with the legendary Glenn Miller Orchestra, launching an international performing and recording career that has spanned decades.She also spent three years as the lead vocalist for the acclaimed jazz ensemble Hiroshima, further showcasing her versatility across jazz, fusion, and contemporary music.Learn more about Machan Taylor and order her book:Official Website: https://www.machantaylor.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MachanTaylorOfficialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/machantaylorofficial/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/machantaylor/For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Lolita Guarin—stress management expert, bestselling author, Story to IMPACT mentor, keynote speaker, and creator of The CALM Process, a transformative framework that helps people move beyond stress, burnout, and self-doubt into clarity, confidence, resilience, and lasting well-being.Lolita's work is rooted in lived experience. As an immigrant rebuilding her life and career in a new country, she carried the constant pressure to prove herself, overperform, and keep pushing forward. Like so many high-achieving professionals, she believed stress was simply the price of success.Everything changed after a serious health crisis forced her to rethink what she believed about achievement, resilience, and self-care. She realized that much of what she had called "stress management" was actually trauma-driven survival—a cycle of overfunctioning, self-neglect, perfectionism, and constant pressure.Today, through The CALM Process, Lolita empowers individuals and organizations to recognize unhealthy patterns, build emotional resilience, and create healthier, more sustainable success.Whether you're a leader, entrepreneur, professional, or someone looking to improve your mental wellness, Lolita shares practical tools and powerful insights that can help you live and lead with greater balance and purpose.Learn more about Lolita Guarin:https://www.beamazingyou.com/If you enjoy interviews with bestselling authors, entrepreneurs, leadership experts, coaches, and inspiring changemakers, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Zahra Antaramian—construction executive, real estate leader, entrepreneur, and founder of a second-generation real estate services firm built on resilience, leadership, and family legacy.After the unexpected loss of her father, a highly respected real estate developer in South Florida and Massachusetts, Zahra found herself stepping into the world of construction and commercial real estate at just 20 years old. Rather than walking away from the family business, she embraced the challenge, launched her first company, earned her contractor's license, and partnered with her father's original business associates to build a thriving second-generation enterprise while forging her own reputation in a traditionally male-dominated industry.Today, her firm provides a wide range of services, including construction management, owner's representation, litigation support, construction consulting, and property management. Collectively, her team has helped construct, develop, manage, and operate billions of dollars in real estate assets throughout the United States. From her base in Florida, Zahra shares powerful lessons about leadership, perseverance, business growth, and honoring the past while building the future.Learn more about Zahra Antaramian and ADG Companies:https://www.adg4companies.com/If you enjoy interviews with entrepreneurs, business leaders, real estate professionals, innovators, and inspiring founders, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we welcome back mindset and emotions mastery therapist Byron Athene, who first joined us in 2023, to discuss his powerful 2025 book, Find Your Path to Resilience: Powerful Techniques to Build Emotional Strength, along with a new resilience equation he developed to help people better understand and navigate life's challenges.In this practical and inspiring guide, Byron explains how emotional resilience isn't something you're born with—it's a skill that can be developed through intentional habits, mindfulness, and a new way of thinking. Drawing on years of therapeutic experience and emotional mastery techniques, he shares actionable strategies for transforming adversity into personal growth and lasting inner strength.Whether you're facing stress, uncertainty, personal setbacks, or simply want to improve your mental well-being, Byron offers a roadmap to becoming more emotionally resilient and living with greater purpose and confidence. This is an insightful conversation filled with practical wisdom for anyone seeking greater emotional balance, resilience, and personal transformation.Learn more about Byron Athene and his work:https://www.byronathene.com/Get the book:https://www.amazon.com/dp/1836006977?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallbackIf you enjoy interviews with authors, therapists, mindset experts, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with award-winning novelist and writer Stacy Carlson, author of the acclaimed historical novel The Gyre, winner of the 2025 Electric Book Award and the 2026 IndieReader Discovery Award for Historical Fiction.Stacy takes us inside the inspiration behind The Gyre, a powerful novel that has earned critical recognition for its compelling storytelling, rich historical detail, and emotional depth. We also explore her lifelong relationship with music, the creative process, and the experiences that shaped her voice as a writer.Her essays and fiction have appeared in respected literary publications including Tin House, Novus Literary & Arts Journal, Post Road, Inkwell, and Sparkle+Blink, among others. She has also received prestigious fellowships from organizations including The Mesa Refuge and The Community of Writers.Growing up in Seattle, spending many years in Oakland, California, and now living in Minneapolis, Stacy brings a unique perspective to her writing. One of the defining moments of her life came in 1980, when she was just 35 miles from Mount St. Helens during its historic eruption—an experience she credits as the catalyst for becoming a writer.Beyond fiction, Stacy maintains a successful editorial freelance practice and serves as the Education Program Manager for the Women's Environmental Institute, blending storytelling, education, and environmental awareness in her professional life.This is an engaging conversation about creativity, resilience, literature, and the experiences that shape great storytelling.Learn more about Stacy Carlson and The Gyre:https://stacycarlson.com/the-gyreIf you enjoy interviews with authors, novelists, artists, and creative thinkers, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino. For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Mike Acker—bestselling author, TEDx speaker, executive communication coach, corporate trainer, and founder of Uplevel Communication. Mike has dedicated his career to helping professionals build confidence, strengthen executive presence, and communicate with clarity in high-stakes situations.Mike is the bestselling author of Speak With No Fear, one of the leading books on overcoming the fear of public speaking. His mission is deeply personal. Growing up with a speech impediment, a fear of speaking, and a challenging childhood, he never imagined that communication would one day become his life's work.Today, Mike has coached leaders, executives, and teams from organizations including Microsoft, Adobe, and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), helping them become more confident speakers, influential leaders, and effective communicators.Whether you're a business leader, entrepreneur, manager, student, or anyone looking to become a stronger communicator, Mike shares practical advice that can help you speak with confidence and make a lasting impact.Learn more about Mike Acker:https://uplevelcommunication.com/https://mikeacker.com/If you enjoy interviews with bestselling authors, entrepreneurs, business leaders, coaches, and thought leaders, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Craig Wahl—leadership architect, CEO advisor, speaker, entrepreneur, and author of the upcoming book The Walk: Leadership When There Is No Finish Line.Craig's leadership philosophy wasn't built in a classroom—it was forged through adversity. After surviving a near-fatal accident and helping lead a company through an extraordinary $500 million hypergrowth journey, scaling from 8 employees to more than 300 in less than two years, he learned firsthand what authentic leadership looks like when organizations face lawsuits, bankruptcies, rapid expansion, and relentless uncertainty.Today, Craig advises CEOs and executive teams on building resilient organizations, leading with endurance instead of ego, navigating high-pressure decisions, and preparing businesses to thrive in the rapidly evolving AI era.Based just outside Toronto, Canada, Craig shares an inspiring story that spans everything from his early love of grunge music to becoming one of today's trusted voices on leadership, resilience, innovation, and organizational growth.Whether you're a CEO, entrepreneur, manager, founder, or aspiring leader, this conversation is packed with practical insights on navigating uncertainty and leading with purpose.Learn more about Craig Wahl:http://www.njorth.ai/If you enjoy interviews with entrepreneurs, authors, business leaders, innovators, and thought leaders, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Robert Misheloff, founder of Smarter Equipment Finance USA, an entrepreneur dedicated to bringing honesty, transparency, and fairness to the world of small business equipment financing.After spending 10 years running a marketing firm, Robert saw firsthand how many small business owners were being underserved by traditional lenders and overwhelmed by confusing financing options, hidden fees, and complicated processes. That experience inspired him to build a company focused on doing things differently.Today, Robert specializes in helping small business owners, entrepreneurs, and single-operator businesses access equipment financing solutions that fit their needs—especially those who may have difficulty getting support through traditional lending channels.His mission is simple: help business owners make smarter financial decisions, understand their options, avoid costly mistakes, and gain the confidence needed to grow their businesses.In this conversation, Robert shares his entrepreneurial journey, why transparency matters in finance, and how providing education and trust can change the relationship between lenders and business owners.This is an inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship, business ethics, innovation, and creating solutions that truly serve people.Enjoy this fascinating interview with Robert Misheloff.Learn more about Robert and Smarter Equipment Finance USA:https://www.smarterfinanceusa.com/If you enjoy interviews with entrepreneurs, business leaders, innovators, and changemakers, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Lauretta Zucchetti—speaker, author, transformational coach, and a powerful voice on identity, self-trust, conscious choice, and personal reinvention.Lauretta’s work helps women unlearn the expectations and beliefs they were taught to carry so they can reconnect with who they truly are and create the life they deeply desire. Her message exists at the intersection of identity, confidence, authenticity, and intentional living.With a background spanning international sales, leadership development, and transpersonal psychology, Lauretta has worked with organizations including Apple Computer International and Xerox, while building decades of experience navigating high-pressure corporate environments, personal transformation, and profound life changes.Her remarkable journey includes rebuilding her life multiple times, moving across continents, stepping away from external definitions of success, and choosing authenticity over achievement when the two came into conflict.Raised in Italy by grandparents and a foster family with traditional beliefs about women's roles, Lauretta grew up with the message that a woman should simply accept what life and others decided for her. Through courage, self-discovery, and transformation, she challenged those beliefs and created a new path—one rooted in freedom, awareness, and personal power. Enjoy this powerful conversation with Lauretta Zucchetti.Learn more about Lauretta Zucchetti:https://laurettazucchetti.com/If you enjoy interviews with authors, speakers, entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and inspiring people from around the world, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Vahab Hasiri—author of The Rubicon Leader, business advisor, speaker, and accomplished executive with a global perspective on leadership, organizational growth, and business transformation.Vahab is the Co-founder and COO of X Securities and the founder of Consilium Dynamics Advisors Ltd., a boutique consulting firm that helps service-based companies scale strategically, strengthen leadership, and improve organizational performance. Throughout his career, he has guided businesses through rapid expansion, operational excellence, and transformational growth.Before his current ventures, Vahab served as Chief Operating Officer for a rapidly growing company, helping expand operations across multiple markets while increasing the workforce from 100 to 250 employees and growing annual revenue from $5 million to $19.2 million in just two years.Born in Iran and having lived and worked in Russia, Cyprus, and Canada, Vahab brings a unique international perspective to leadership, influence, business strategy, and organizational design. In this conversation, he shares lessons from his global journey, the inspiration behind The Rubicon Leader, and practical advice for today's executives, entrepreneurs, and aspiring leaders.If you're an entrepreneur, executive, manager, founder, or leadership enthusiast, this conversation offers valuable insights for building stronger organizations and becoming a more effective leader.Learn more about Vahab Hasiri:https://consiliumdynamics.com/If you enjoy interviews with business leaders, entrepreneurs, authors, innovators, and changemakers, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we sit down with Martin Watts—entrepreneur, artist, patented inventor, innovator, founder, and author of When Doubt Becomes Design. With more than 40 years of experience building companies, launching products, leading teams, and creating innovative solutions, Martin shares a refreshing perspective on navigating uncertainty in business and life.Rather than promoting the traditional corporate mindset of simply pushing through pressure, Martin encourages people to recognize the valuable signals hidden within moments of doubt. His new book, When Doubt Becomes Design, is a prescriptive memoir that offers practical strategies for transforming uncertainty into clarity, structure, resilience, and purposeful action.In this inspiring conversation, Martin discusses entrepreneurship, creativity, leadership, innovation, decision-making, personal growth, and how embracing uncertainty can become one of your greatest competitive advantages.If you're an entrepreneur, business leader, creator, inventor, startup founder, or anyone navigating uncertainty, this conversation is filled with valuable insights.Learn more about Martin Watts:http://www.martinjwatts.com/If you enjoy interviews with entrepreneurs, authors, innovators, business leaders, and inspiring people, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with John Buthorn, also known as The Pressure Sergeant—a retired NYPD Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, licensed social worker, performance coach, and founder of Center Fidelis. Drawing on decades of experience in law enforcement, military service, and behavioral health, John has dedicated his career to helping people perform at their best under pressure.John has worked alongside leaders, first responders, executives, professionals, and high achievers operating in some of the world's most demanding environments. Through his coaching and consulting, he teaches practical strategies for improving resilience, emotional regulation, decision-making, leadership, and long-term performance.He is also the creator of the Pressure Drift Framework, a groundbreaking concept that explains how sustained, unmanaged pressure gradually erodes clarity, consistency, relationships, and effectiveness—often long before burnout or crisis becomes visible.From his home base in Staten Island, New York, John shares powerful insights from a remarkable life of service and leadership. This is an inspiring conversation about resilience, purpose, peak performance, mental toughness, and thriving under pressure.Enjoy this fascinating conversation.Learn more about John Buthorn and Center Fidelis:https://centerfidelis.com/If you enjoy interviews with inspiring leaders, entrepreneurs, veterans, authors, coaches, and innovators, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this episode, we sit down with Tony Vieira, a respected brewing industry executive, innovation leader, and the co-creator of Mocean Energy Drink. With more than 36 years of experience in brewing science, quality assurance, and beverage innovation, Tony has helped shape some of the biggest brands and breakthroughs in the industry.Tony earned a Biology degree from St. Anselm College and an MBA in Corporate Strategy from Vanderbilt University before beginning his career in Anheuser-Busch's prestigious Brew Master Training Program. He later became Facility Quality Manager at MillerCoors and went on to serve as Company Brewmaster and Quality Lead at Mark Anthony Brewing, where he played a key role in the explosive success of White Claw, one of the most successful beverage launches in modern history.Today, Tony continues to innovate alongside his son, Christian Vieira, with the launch of Mocean Energy Drink, bringing decades of brewing expertise into the rapidly evolving functional beverage market.Enjoy this inspiring conversation with one of the beverage industry's leading innovators.Learn more about Tony and Mocean Energy:https://drinkmocean.energy/If you enjoy conversations with innovators, entrepreneurs, business leaders, and creators, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino. For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we sit down with Bradley Rapier—an Emmy-nominated, award-winning choreographer, keynote speaker, author, and leadership innovator whose career has spanned more than three decades across Hollywood, Broadway, television, and live performance.Bradley has helped develop artists, lead creative teams, and contribute to major productions including So You Think You Can Dance, Dancing with the Stars, and collaborations with the creative teams behind Hamilton and Jesus Christ Superstar. Along the way, he noticed a common challenge beyond the stage: leaders were becoming increasingly disconnected from their teams.That realization inspired Groove Theory, Bradley's leadership philosophy rooted in the principles of hip-hop dance culture. His debut book, Step in the Circle: You Can't Lead from the Outside, launching August 4, 2026, explores how leaders can build trust, foster engagement, and create cultures where people thrive by leading from within rather than from the sidelines.Whether you're a business leader, entrepreneur, performer, educator, coach, or creative professional, this episode offers fresh perspectives on leadership, culture, communication, and human connection.Learn more about Bradley Rapier:https://www.bradleyrapier.com/Subscribe for more compelling conversations with authors, entrepreneurs, artists, executives, innovators, and changemakers from around the world.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Nasir Ali, founder of Rise360 Ventures and a respected leader in the manufactured housing community (MHC) industry. With more than 44 years of experience, Nasir has built a reputation for transforming underperforming manufactured home communities into thriving neighborhoods while creating long-term value for residents and investors alike.Since entering the industry in 1981, Nasir has combined decades of hands-on operational expertise with commercial real estate appraisal studies and continued education through Harvard University Extension School. His leadership is rooted in integrity, strategic thinking, and a commitment to expanding access to quality, affordable housing.Through Rise360 Ventures, Nasir is focused on reimagining the future of manufactured housing by investing in communities that improve residents' quality of life while delivering sustainable returns across changing market cycles. Over the course of his career, he has successfully acquired, improved, and managed 23 manufactured housing properties, emphasizing operational excellence, resident satisfaction, and responsible investing. Whether you're interested in real estate investing, affordable housing, entrepreneurship, manufactured housing communities, or business leadership, this conversation offers valuable insights from one of the industry's experienced professionals.Learn more about Nasir Ali and Rise360 Ventures:https://rise360ventures.com/Subscribe for more insightful conversations with entrepreneurs, investors, executives, innovators, authors, and thought leaders from around the world.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we welcome Dr. Roopa Chari, an Internal Medicine Physician, Functional Medicine Doctor, and co-founder of the Chari Center of Health. With more than 25 years of clinical experience, Dr. Chari has helped thousands of women over 45 uncover the underlying causes of stubborn weight gain, belly fat, fatigue, poor sleep, hormonal changes, and declining energy.Rather than simply treating symptoms, Dr. Chari takes a personalized, physician-guided approach that combines internal medicine with functional medicine. Her work focuses on identifying root causes through nutrition, hormone balance, metabolism, lifestyle changes, and evidence-informed wellness strategies to help women regain their health and vitality.One of her greatest passions is helping women who have been told their lab work is "normal" but still don't feel like themselves. She explains why symptoms deserve attention and how a more comprehensive approach can lead to meaningful improvements in overall well-being.Whether you're interested in healthy aging, hormone health, weight management, functional medicine, or preventative wellness, this conversation offers practical insights backed by decades of medical experience.Learn more about Dr. Roopa Chari and the Chari Center of Health:https://charicenter.com/Subscribe for more engaging conversations with physicians, authors, entrepreneurs, innovators, health experts, and changemakers from around the world.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Paul Granger—an author, podcaster, content creator, and full-time ministry volunteer whose work is dedicated to helping people navigate life's biggest questions through meaningful conversations, authentic storytelling, and genuine human connection.For more than two decades, Paul has served with ministries including YWAM (Youth With A Mission) River City, while creating books, podcasts, and videos that encourage reflection, compassion, and hope. Through his podcast, Where Did You See God?, and more than 24 published books, he invites people from all backgrounds to explore everyday moments of meaning, purpose, and spiritual curiosity.While Paul openly shares his Christian faith, he emphasizes creating welcoming spaces where people of every belief system can engage in honest conversations without judgment. As a husband, father of three, and lifelong storyteller, he believes every day presents opportunities to "love God and love others" at home, in the community, and around the world.Whether you're interested in faith, personal growth, storytelling, podcasting, or meaningful conversations, this episode offers thoughtful insights into living a purpose-driven life.Learn more about Paul Granger:https://www.wheredidyouseegod.com/Subscribe for more compelling conversations with authors, entrepreneurs, artists, faith leaders, innovators, and changemakers from around the world.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Rabesh Sukrajh—an award-winning author, lifestyle coach, corporate governance specialist, and business professional based in Cape Town, South Africa. After spending 18 years in the corporate world specializing in tax and corporate governance, Rabesh transformed his own experience with workplace stress into a mission to help professionals reclaim balance, purpose, and well-being.Today, Rabesh coaches corporate professionals who feel overwhelmed by demanding careers, helping them move from burnout to balance through practical strategies focused on health, productivity, financial wellness, and personal fulfillment. His philosophy is simple: you don't have to sacrifice your life to build a successful career.Whether you're a corporate executive, entrepreneur, business owner, manager, or simply feeling overwhelmed by life's demands, this interview offers practical wisdom on creating a healthier, more balanced future.Learn more about Rabesh Sukrajh:https://rabeshsukrajh.com/Subscribe for more insightful conversations with authors, entrepreneurs, executives, thought leaders, and changemakers from around the world.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                   https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b