Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Kansas City Chiefs Hall of Famer, author, humanitarian, speaker, poet, and NFL legend Nick Lowery. Nick joins us to discuss his powerful 2026 book, Naked and Alone with 80,000 People, a deeply personal exploration of perseverance, pressure, purpose, and the lessons learned from one of the most remarkable careers in professional football. Before earning induction into the Kansas City Chiefs Hall of Fame in 2009, Nick was cut by eight NFL teams a total of eleven times. Most athletes would have walked away. Instead, he transformed rejection into fuel, eventually becoming the most accurate kicker in NFL history during his era and the all-time leading scorer for the Kansas City Chiefs. In this revealing conversation, Nick shares the mental strategies that helped him perform under extraordinary pressure in front of tens of thousands of fans, as well as the deeper personal lessons that shaped his journey from the NFL to Harvard, public service, philanthropy, and leadership. Beyond football, Nick has devoted decades to serving others. He played a role in helping launch AmeriCorps, led Champions for the Homeless, and founded the Nick Lowery Youth Foundation, organizations dedicated to helping vulnerable communities and empowering future generations. Nick is also an accomplished poet and writer whose work explores resilience, love, loss, service, and the defining moments that shape human lives. His new book captures the mindset, faith, determination, and heart that have characterized every chapter of his journey. This interview is especially meaningful for Kansas City fans, as Nick reflects on the relationships, memories, and values that made him one of the most beloved figures in Chiefs history. Get the book and learn more: Nick Lowery Official Book Website Naked and Alone with 80,000 People on Amazon If you enjoy inspiring stories about leadership, perseverance, sports psychology, personal growth, NFL history, Kansas City Chiefs football, and overcoming adversity, this conversation is for you. 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/id1660256991 Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a special edition of the Famous Interviews & Neon Jazz series featuring vocalist and frontman Patrick Myers of the internationally acclaimed tribute band Killer Queen. We caught up with Patrick from his home base in the United Kingdom to discuss Killer Queen's ambitious 2026 U.S. tour, their remarkable history, and their upcoming stop in Kansas City on July 2, 2026, as World Cup excitement continues to energize the city. Founded in 1993, Killer Queen has become one of the most successful and respected Queen tribute acts in the world. Their first performances took place at University of London, mirroring the early history of Queen, who performed there decades earlier. The group's popularity quickly grew, leading to a residency at London's historic Strand Theatre and widespread coverage from the BBC, making them the first tribute act to establish a show in London's West End. Over the years, Killer Queen has built a worldwide reputation for recreating the energy, musicianship, spectacle, and magic of Queen's legendary live performances. Patrick Myers has earned international recognition for his remarkable portrayal of Freddie Mercury, capturing both the voice and charisma of one of rock music's most iconic performers. In this interview, we discuss the band's journey, their dedication to preserving Queen's musical legacy, life on tour, performing for audiences across the globe, and what fans can expect during their 2026 American tour. Get tickets and learn more: Uptown Theater Kansas City Events Calendar Killer Queen Official Website Whether you're a lifelong Queen fan or discovering the music for the first time, this conversation offers a fascinating look inside one of the world's premier tribute acts. 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/id1660256991 Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with spiritual guide, color consultant, entrepreneur, author, illustrator, and educator Julie Grimm. Julie has lived on three continents, earned a Master's degree in Biology, written and illustrated a children's story, and built two successful businesses. Her unique life journey has blended science, spirituality, creativity, and personal growth into a mission focused on helping others discover their authentic selves and live more joyful, meaningful lives. Based outside of Boston, Massachusetts, Julie is passionate about helping people express their creativity, embrace their natural beauty, and step beyond limiting beliefs that keep them confined to expectations and routines. Through her work as a spiritual guide and color consultant, she encourages individuals to explore new possibilities and create lives aligned with their true purpose. In this fascinating conversation, we discuss her spiritual awakening, personal transformation, creativity, conscious living, intuition, self-discovery, entrepreneurship, beauty, color psychology, and the daily work she does to help others find greater fulfillment and joy. Julie also shares insights from her experiences across cultures and continents, her love of animals and reading, and the lessons she has learned throughout her personal and professional evolution. This is an inspiring discussion about spirituality, creativity, personal growth, and the courage to live authentically. Learn more about Julie Grimm: Spiritual Studies Institute 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/id1660256991 Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Ulrika Torquato, the creator of Joyering®, an innovative practice and app designed to help people notice and appreciate the moments of joy that already exist in their everyday lives. Based in Switzerland, Ulrika brings a fascinating blend of experience from medicine, opera, the arts, and psychology. Her work explores how seemingly small moments of joy, connection, beauty, and presence can reveal what truly matters and influence the way we live, relate, and grow. Through Joyering®, Ulrika encourages people to cultivate awareness, gratitude, and meaning by recognizing the positive moments that often go unnoticed in the rush of daily life. Her approach combines science, creativity, mindfulness, and human experience into a practical and uplifting framework for well-being. In addition to her diverse background in medicine and music, Ulrika is pursuing postgraduate studies in palliative care psychology, where questions surrounding meaning, purpose, presence, resilience, and what truly matters become deeply significant. In this engaging conversation, we discuss Joyering®, happiness, mindfulness, emotional well-being, psychology, purpose, gratitude, creativity, personal growth, music, medicine, palliative care, and the search for meaning in modern life. This is an inspiring discussion about joy, human connection, awareness, and finding fulfillment through life's everyday moments. Learn more about Ulrika and Joyering®: Joyering Official Website 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/id1660256991 Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with internationally recognized physician, healthcare executive, author, consultant, and CEO of Creo Strategic Solutions, Kevin Fickenscher. With more than four decades of leadership experience spanning healthcare, technology, organizational development, governance, and public policy, Dr. Fickenscher has helped guide transformational initiatives across the United States, Europe, the Middle East, China, India, and other regions throughout Asia. Over the course of his distinguished career, he has served as a healthcare policy advisor during multiple U.S. presidential campaigns and has held influential leadership roles focused on innovation, strategic transformation, and organizational effectiveness within some of the world's most complex systems. Dr. Fickenscher is also the author of The Persistence Factor, a practical framework for achieving meaningful results through disciplined persistence, strategic thinking, and effective leadership. His work continues to influence executives, healthcare leaders, policymakers, and organizations navigating rapid change. In this conversation, we discuss healthcare innovation, leadership, organizational transformation, change management, executive decision-making, public policy, business strategy, resilience, persistence, and the future of healthcare around the world. From his base in Maine, Dr. Fickenscher shares insights gained from decades of leading large-scale initiatives and helping organizations thrive in increasingly complex environments. This is a compelling conversation for healthcare professionals, executives, entrepreneurs, leaders, policymakers, and anyone interested in creating meaningful impact through leadership and persistence. Learn more about Dr. Kevin Fickenscher: Creo Strategic Solutions 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/id1660256991 Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with award-winning executive coach, speaker, leadership advisor, and meditation teacher Rebecca Wilson. Recognized for her expertise in conscious leadership and sustainable high performance, Rebecca works with purpose-driven executives, founders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers who want to lead with greater clarity, resilience, and impact. Rebecca operates at the intersection of leadership effectiveness, business strategy, mindfulness, and personal growth. Through her coaching and teaching, she helps leaders strengthen the inner foundations necessary for long-term success while remaining aligned with their values and purpose. In this engaging conversation, we explore conscious leadership, executive coaching, decision-making, mindfulness, meditation, emotional intelligence, leadership development, resilience, purpose-driven business, personal transformation, and what it takes to thrive in today's complex world. With a unique blend of strategic business insight and deep personal development expertise, Rebecca helps leaders quiet the noise, expand their perspective, and reconnect with what truly matters. Her work empowers individuals to lead more effectively while creating meaningful and sustainable results. This is an inspiring discussion for entrepreneurs, executives, business leaders, coaches, and anyone interested in leadership, self-awareness, growth, and performance. Learn more about Rebecca Wilson: Arbor Vida Official Website 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/id1660256991 Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with veteran Middle East journalist, former CBS News and 60 Minutes producer, and author Amjad Tadros. For more than 30 years, Amjad Tadros worked behind the scenes helping international news organizations report from some of the world’s most complex and dangerous conflict zones. His book The Fixer: A Journalist’s Accidental Journey Through the Middle East reveals the hidden and often overlooked world of the “fixer” — the local journalist and producer who guides foreign correspondents through war zones, political upheaval, revolutions, and history in the making. Throughout his remarkable career, he worked closely with CBS News, 60 Minutes, and other international media outlets, helping journalists navigate conflicts and breaking news across Iraq, Jordan, Yemen, and the wider Middle East and Gulf region. Serving as the crucial bridge between foreign media and realities on the ground, he witnessed decades of global events firsthand. From his current home base in Jordan, we discuss his book, international journalism, war reporting, storytelling, Middle East history, political conflict, media ethics, life behind the camera, retirement, and the many unforgettable stories gathered throughout his extraordinary career. This is a fascinating and deeply insightful conversation about journalism, history, courage, and the unseen side of global reporting. Enjoy this interview with Amjad Tadros. More Amjad Tadros:https://www.amjadtadros.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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with top-producing real estate advisor, entrepreneur, coach, speaker, podcast host, and bestselling author Debbi DiMaggio. Based in both San Francisco and Los Angeles, California, Debbi has built a remarkable 35-year career as a top-performing real estate advisor while also becoming a nationally recognized coach, leadership expert, and motivational speaker. She is the bestselling author of five books, including Mindset in Motion: Activate Your Purpose, Power and Peak Performance, and creator of the transformational 5-Step Mindset in Motion Method. Debbi also happens to be baseball legend Joe DiMaggio’s third cousin, and she believes they share the same relentless drive for excellence, discipline, and achievement. As founder of Foundation for Success and host of the Mastering the Art of Success podcast, she has spent decades empowering entrepreneurs, professionals, leaders, and individuals to achieve breakthrough results through mindset, action, clarity, and purpose-driven living. In this interview, we discuss real estate success, entrepreneurship, mindset, leadership, coaching, motivation, personal development, business growth, resilience, peak performance, success habits, and building a meaningful and impactful life. It’s a stellar story filled with inspiration, wisdom, and practical insight. Enjoy this interview with Debbi DiMaggio. More Debbi DiMaggio:https://debbidimaggio.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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with researcher, educator, executive development leader, and author Dr. John Austin. Dr. Austin is the dean of the Honors College and the P.D. Merrill Endowed Chair of Business at the University of New England. For more than two decades, he has helped professionals, executives, and leaders learn how to lead, adapt, and make effective decisions in uncertain and rapidly changing environments. He believes that every person has the capacity to thrive in a chaotic world and has dedicated his career to developing techniques, strategies, and leadership frameworks that help people build confidence, resilience, adaptability, and clarity under pressure. From his home base on Peaks Island, Maine, we discuss leadership, uncertainty, executive development, decision-making, confidence building, business strategy, education, resilience, psychology, and how people can become stronger and more effective during times of disruption and change. This is a thoughtful and timely conversation filled with practical wisdom and leadership insight. Tune in and enjoy this interview with Dr. John Austin. More Dr. John Austin:https://certain-about-uncertainty.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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Chief Learning Officer, leadership strategist, and human potential expert Ana Smith. Ana sees what many leaders miss — the untapped brilliance inside individuals, teams, and organizations. As the Chief Learning Officer at BrightFlare, she blends more than 20 years of experience across business, psychology, leadership development, and technology to help organizations unlock the human side of transformation. Throughout her career, she has coached thousands of executives, led global initiatives for major organizations including Microsoft, GE, HP, and American Express, and spoken on some of the world’s most respected stages, including TED. Her work focuses on leadership, mindset, emotional intelligence, innovation, organizational change, human behavior, and helping people realize their full potential. In this interview, we discuss executive coaching, leadership development, emotional intelligence, personal growth, business transformation, psychology, workplace culture, innovation, communication, and the incredible journey that took Ana from her roots in Mexico to becoming an internationally respected leadership expert in America. Enjoy this insightful and inspiring conversation with Ana Smith. More Ana Smith & BrightFlare:https://brightflare.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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with founder of SolWomen, Nandita Mahadevan. She arrived in the United States at 21 with nothing but ambition and spent 25 years building the traditional checklist of success — climbing the corporate ladder, earning a C-suite title, building a home, marriage, and career. But when her 40s arrived, so did the unexpected challenges of perimenopause: exhaustion, brain fog, low libido, weight gain, and emotional overwhelm. After years of questioning herself and wondering what was wrong, she discovered that countless women were experiencing the same struggles in silence. Instead of accepting dismissal and quick fixes, Nandita chose to speak up — and women everywhere responded with “Me too.” Today, alongside business partner Lauren Colletti, she has left corporate life behind to build SolWomen, a movement dedicated to empowering women in midlife through functional medicine, mindset work, wellness education, emotional support, and the healing power of authentic sisterhood. In this interview, we discuss women’s health, midlife transformation, perimenopause, menopause awareness, hormonal health, emotional wellness, functional medicine, entrepreneurship, women’s empowerment, corporate burnout, healing, mindset, and creating community during major life transitions. This is a deeply honest, inspiring, and important conversation. Enjoy this interview with Nandita Mahadevan. More Nandita Mahadevan & SolWomen:https://www.solwomen.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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with full-time musician, author, speaker, and podcast host John Voelz. This dynamic creative is the host of the Gig to Live podcast and author of Becoming an Idea Mentalist: The Unusual Perspectives, Practices and Rituals of Idea People. Through his speaking, writing, music, and conversations, John explores creativity, innovation, entrepreneurship, performance, and the realities of building a meaningful life as a working artist. He has spent years performing hundreds of shows annually, building audiences, working closely with venues, and learning firsthand what it truly takes to survive and thrive as an independent musician and entrepreneur. Those experiences have shaped his books, podcast, philosophy, and a lifetime of practical wisdom around creativity and idea-driven living. In this interview, we discuss music, entrepreneurship, creative thinking, innovation, podcasting, performing live, artistic growth, personal development, storytelling, audience building, writing, and the mindset required to sustain a long-term creative career. Dig this insightful and inspiring story with John Voelz. More John Voelz:https://johnvoelz.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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with global keynote speaker, strategic advisor, CEO of mBolden, and co-founder of Be Uninterrupted, Suzanne Knight. She partners with Fortune 500 executives, government leaders, and high-growth organizations to turn strategy into measurable results — not through endless planning, but through better decisions, clearer priorities, disciplined execution, and stronger leadership alignment. Suzanne’s work focuses on one critical challenge: closing the gap between ambition and outcomes. Through impactful keynote speaking, executive advisory work, and leadership strategy, she helps organizations reduce friction, accelerate decision-making, improve accountability, and deliver results in environments where complexity, scale, and pressure are very real. In this interview, we discuss leadership, business strategy, organizational growth, executive coaching, decision-making, productivity, leadership development, entrepreneurship, scaling businesses, communication, accountability, operational excellence, and navigating complexity in today’s fast-moving world. This is a powerful conversation filled with insight, leadership wisdom, and practical strategies for professionals, entrepreneurs, executives, and teams. Enjoy this interview with Suzanne Knight. More Suzanne Knight:LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/thesuzanneknight/ mBolden:https://mbolden.co/ 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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with filmmaker, animal activist, and President of the Humane Society in Maine, Christopher Walters. What begins as a chance meeting can sometimes spark something extraordinary. Thirteen years ago, Christopher walked into a boutique on Melrose Avenue and discovered not only remarkable art, but also the beginning of a lifelong friendship. That boutique belonged to Mike Norice — a visionary artist and fashion entrepreneur from Los Angeles whose work has inspired celebrities and everyday people alike. Drawn together by shared values, creativity, and mutual respect, Walters and Norice have now united their creative energies in ARTFULLY UNITED, a powerful documentary exploring art, transformation, connection, and the enduring strength of community. In this interview, we discuss filmmaking, documentary storytelling, artistic expression, activism, creativity, friendship, animal welfare, leadership, community impact, independent film, personal transformation, and the inspiring journey behind ARTFULLY UNITED. This is a thoughtful and inspiring conversation about art, purpose, collaboration, and the human spirit. Dig this interview. Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/chriswaltersproductions/ Article on ARTFULLY UNITED:https://www.laweekly.com/christopher-walters-new-powerful-documentary-artfully-united/  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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with author and explorer Kimber Hardick. For midlife women who look fine on the outside but feel messy inside, her book An Invitation to Shine is a powerful call to stop disappearing in your own life. Part memoir and part reflection guide, this “REmemoir” explores identity, emotional awareness, healing, authenticity, and what it takes to reconnect with yourself without force, perfection, or performance. Kimber writes from lived experience rather than from a pedestal, exploring what happens when survival patterns harden into identity and when being “the strong one” leaves little room for being fully human. From her current base in Tulsa, Oklahoma, we discuss her life journey, creative work, emotional healing, midlife transformation, surfing in Panama, self-discovery, personal growth, and the message behind her deeply reflective writing. In this interview, we explore midlife reinvention, women’s empowerment, emotional resilience, healing, mindfulness, identity, self-awareness, authenticity, memoir writing, and learning how to feel fully alive again. Enjoy this thoughtful and inspiring conversation with Kimber Hardick. More Kimber Hardick & An Invitation to Shine:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kimberlivinglife/ Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1518449998760911/ Book on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GFP4XDJM 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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with TEDx speaker, bestselling author of Audacious Joy, and high-performance coach Nicole Kernohan. For more than a decade, Nicole has worked with entrepreneurs, founders, executives, and growth-driven leaders who want to break through internal ceilings, elevate their thinking, and create extraordinary results in both business and life. Her work explores the deeper drivers behind performance, fulfillment, and success — including beliefs, identity, habits, mindset, emotional resilience, and inner dialogue. Nicole combines powerful storytelling, practical tools, leadership strategies, and real-world experience to help people unlock greater confidence, purpose, clarity, joy, and sustainable high performance. In this interview, we discuss entrepreneurship, mindset, leadership development, personal growth, emotional intelligence, success habits, fulfillment, identity, resilience, motivation, transformational coaching, business growth, and how to pursue meaningful goals with intention and joy. This is an insightful and inspiring conversation filled with wisdom, practical advice, and powerful life lessons. Enjoy this interview with Nicole Kernohan. More Nicole Kernohan:https://www.nicolekernohan.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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with innovation coach, life design expert, and author Ibeth Ayala. After experiencing burnout and a major life reset in her twenties, she rebuilt everything — starting with herself. Today, Ibeth is an international bestselling author of the books No Risk, No Fun and From the Ground Up, and she has spent more than a decade guiding executives, creatives, entrepreneurs, and everyday people toward bold and meaningful change. Through storytelling, breathwork, mindset practices, and practical tools, Ibeth helps people embrace change, design lives they truly love, and lead with greater intention, courage, and authenticity. Her work blends innovation, personal transformation, emotional resilience, leadership, creativity, and self-discovery. In this interview, we discuss burnout recovery, life design, personal growth, leadership, intentional living, emotional wellness, innovation, creativity, self-improvement, entrepreneurship, storytelling, breathwork, and how to rebuild your life after major change. Enjoy this inspiring story and conversation with Ibeth Ayala. More Ibeth Ayala:http://www.innovision.coach/ 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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Mental Wellness Led Leadership Strategist and founder of Soft Simple CEO, LaKisha Mosley. She spearheads a mental wellness-led leadership philosophy designed for high-achieving women who are done building success at the expense of their peace. After years of leading teams, producing experiences, and carrying responsibility for others, LaKisha noticed a powerful pattern — brilliant women making important decisions while exhausted, dysregulated, overwhelmed, and disconnected from themselves. Strategy was not the issue. Capacity was. LaKisha teaches that mental health is business infrastructure. Rest is not a reward — it is strategy. Calm execution is a leadership skill. Her work blends lived experience, leadership development, wellness practices, emotional resilience, and sustainable success strategies for entrepreneurs and professionals seeking a healthier way to lead and live. In this interview, we discuss leadership, women in business, burnout recovery, mental wellness, emotional intelligence, self-care, entrepreneurship, business strategy, executive wellness, calm leadership, personal growth, mindset, resilience, and redefining success without sacrificing peace. Enjoy this insightful and empowering conversation with LaKisha Mosley. More LaKisha Mosley:https://lakishamosley.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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Creative Empowerment Coach, author, music educator, vocalist, pianist, composer, poet, and podcast host Jenny Leigh Hodgins. With more than 30 years of experience, Jenny has guided individuals in creative growth, performance, authentic self-expression, and inspired living. She helps creatives, busy professionals, overwhelmed caregivers, and creatively curious adults restore energy, overcome creative blocks, rebuild trust in their creativity, and cultivate a sustainable creative flow. Her approach blends burnout recovery strategies, creative empowerment practices, mindfulness, and insights from her longtime Buddhist practice — all centered around her mission of empowering creative flow and inspired living. Jenny also hosts the podcast Your Creative Chord, where she shares wisdom, creativity, music, storytelling, and personal growth insights. In this interview, we discuss creativity, burnout recovery, artistic expression, music, poetry, mindfulness, emotional healing, creative confidence, wellness, inspiration, personal transformation, and the importance of reconnecting with your authentic creative voice. This conversation is filled with wisdom, insight, creativity, and inspiration. Enjoy this interview with Jenny Leigh Hodgins. More Jenny Leigh Hodgins:https://www.yourcreativechord.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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with leadership advisor, communications strategist, and creator of The Inflection Method, Fiona Grant Leydier. She works with high-capacity leaders navigating life’s inflection points — moments when responsibility is high but ease feels harder to access. Fiona helps leaders reconnect with themselves, rebuild self-trust, and move through demanding seasons with more steadiness, clarity, resilience, and ease. For more than two decades, she has worked closely with founders, executives, and leadership teams in high-pressure industries, advising companies on investor relations, executive communications, and reputation strategy while operating inside environments where the financial, reputational, and personal stakes were often extremely high. Over time, she began noticing patterns in leadership stress, burnout, self-trust, emotional resilience, and sustainable performance. In this interview, we discuss leadership development, executive coaching, burnout prevention, founder pressure, emotional intelligence, communication strategy, resilience, self-awareness, investor relations, business leadership, personal growth, and the creation of The Inflection Method. This is a thoughtful and insightful conversation for entrepreneurs, executives, founders, leaders, and anyone navigating demanding life transitions. Dig this story and interview. More Fiona Grant Leydier:https://www.theinflectionmethod.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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with entrepreneur mentor Tiffanie Janowitz and explore the journey from fine to freedom. Her story resonates because it bridges strength, vulnerability, resilience, and execution. Tiffanie has rebuilt her life multiple times — walking away from relationships that no longer aligned, leaving a belief system that once defined her identity, navigating entrepreneurship at high levels, and advocating for her own survival during breast cancer after her concerns were initially dismissed. She doesn’t just speak about resilience — she teaches people how to rebuild after life forces a reckoning. Based in Utah, Tiffanie works with entrepreneurs and individuals seeking freedom, clarity, confidence, and purpose in both business and life. In this interview, we discuss entrepreneurship, resilience, reinvention, women in business, healing, mindset, overcoming adversity, personal growth, leadership, freedom, breast cancer advocacy, transformation, and finding purpose after major life changes. Enjoy this inspiring and empowering conversation with Tiffanie Janowitz. More Tiffanie Janowitz:https://www.tiffaniejanowitz.com/ Subscribe for more Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino featuring entrepreneurs, authors, coaches, artists, innovators, musicians, and inspiring voices 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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Men’s Confidence and Dating Mentor, Conscious Erotica Producer, Tantra Facilitator, Professional Latin Dancer, and Erotic Community Leader Ross Lewin. He teaches men how to become powerful without being a douche or a doormat. His work sits at the intersection of masculinity, nervous system regulation, sacred sexuality, emotional leadership, and modern dating. Ross helps kind and intelligent men develop grounded, ethical, and attractive confidence without relying on manipulation or performance. Ross is the founder of EmbodiMEN and Sacred Society, two platforms dedicated to raising the standard of erotic culture through integrity, consent-forward community, emotional awareness, and authentic connection. Before this path, he founded Lewin Creative Group, a successful branding and creative agency focused on helping businesses define their voice, identity, and market positioning. In this interview, we discuss modern masculinity, confidence, dating, tantra, nervous system regulation, sacred sexuality, emotional intelligence, personal growth, erotic culture, leadership, relationships, consent, and the journey that led Ross to his purpose-driven work today. Enjoy this deep and insightful conversation with Ross Lewin. More Ross Lewin:https://www.embodimen.com/ Subscribe for more Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino episodes featuring inspiring entrepreneurs, artists, coaches, authors, musicians, thought leaders, and innovators. 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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Iranian human rights and women’s rights advocate Zolal Habibi. She serves on the Foreign Affairs Committee of the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI), where she advocates globally for a secular, democratic republic in Iran. With more than two decades of activism, Zolal has become a powerful international voice for justice, democracy, and the rights of women and marginalized people inside Iran. She regularly appears at human rights conferences, international forums, and major media broadcasts to speak on behalf of those whose voices are often unheard. This conversation explores courage, resistance, freedom, and the continuing fight for human rights in today’s world. 👉 More Zolal / NCRI: https://ncr-iran.org/ 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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with President and CEO of The Benson Agency, Cindy Morris. With more than 25 years of executive C-suite nonprofit experience, Cindy helps mission-driven organizations strengthen strategy, governance, and leadership. She also founded Women Who Change the World, a powerful collective focused on helping women build resilient, purpose-driven lives through self-determination. Bringing together business discipline and human-centered leadership, Cindy shares insights on leading with conviction, building sustainable organizations, and creating meaningful impact. From her base in Long Island, we dive into her journey, philosophy, and vision for the future of leadership. 👉 More Cindy: https://www.thebensonagency.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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Winnipeg-based resilience expert, workplace conflict specialist, and Master Certified Coach Joyce Odidison. Joyce helps individuals and organizations prevent burnout before it happens using her proprietary Wellbeing Intelligence System® and Resilience Diagnostic Platform. In this timely conversation, she explains why most New Year’s resolutions fail—not due to lack of motivation, but because people overlook their values, capacity, and real-life pressures—what she calls the “integrity gap.” She shares practical tools like Resilience Mapping™ to help people create sustainable goals, stay grounded through challenges, and build lasting resilience in both personal and professional life. From her base in Winnipeg, we explore her journey, insights, and strategies for navigating stress, conflict, and change. 👉 More Joyce: https://www.interpersonalwellness.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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with leadership consultant, storyteller, and author Kate Hendrickson. Based in Florida with roots in New Orleans, Kate shares her unique journey of balancing corporate consulting with a passion for writing romantic comedy. After more than a decade in corporate consulting, she made intentional space to pursue creative work—proving that success doesn’t come from staying in one lane, but from learning how to navigate many. Today, she continues to help leaders set clear goals and execute with confidence while also crafting stories filled with humor, heart, and authenticity. This conversation explores leadership, creativity, career reinvention, and how to build a life that honors multiple passions. 👉 More Kate: https://www.kate-hendrickson.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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with high-growth operator and C-suite leader Chelsea Byers. Based in Seattle, she shares her journey through the high-stakes world of education startups, including helping scale a company to $100M in revenue. In her memoir Course Correct, Chelsea opens up about the “invisible tax” of leadership—covering deeply personal challenges like navigating clinical depression, infertility, and the pressures of the #MeToo era while building and leading teams. She describes herself as a “human infrastructure builder,” focused on growing organizations without sacrificing the people behind them. This conversation dives into leadership, resilience, mental health, and what it really takes to scale sustainably. 👉 More Chelsea:https://theexecutivefront.substack.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/chelseabyers/  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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with change strategist, author, and transformational speaker Khutso Madubanya. Originally from South Africa and now based in Michigan, she brings a global perspective shaped by living and working in eight countries. Dr. Madubanya helps leaders and teams navigate disruption with clarity, confidence, and trust in their own judgment. Her work focuses on the human side of change—how people respond when identity, expectations, and direction shift. She is the creator of the P.I.V.O.T.™ Method, a practical framework designed to help individuals stay grounded and move forward effectively during times of uncertainty. This is a powerful conversation about leadership, resilience, and thriving through change. 👉 More Dr. Madubanya: https://www.dancewithchange.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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with author and transformational leadership expert Paul Espenan. With more than 38 years of experience, Paul has helped transform organizations through applied leadership strategies that build strong safety cultures and deliver breakthrough results. He currently serves as Senior Vice President of Environmental, Health, Safety, and Regulatory for Diversified Energy Company, and is a Certified Safety Professional with a Master of Science in Environmental Science. His career includes leadership roles at Halliburton, ConocoPhillips, and LINN Energy. We dive into his new book, The Heart and Soul of Safety: Leading Safety Performance From the Heart, and explore how leaders can create meaningful, people-centered safety cultures that drive lasting performance. From his base in Louisiana, this conversation covers leadership, culture, and the human side of safety. 👉 More Paul: http://www.inspiritusgroup.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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with ODOT retiree, outdoorsman, storyteller, and author Robert Bowers. Based in Oklahoma, Rob shares stories drawn from a lifetime spent hunting, fishing, and working in the outdoors. After a 43-year career with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation, he turned to writing—crafting short stories and novels inspired by real-life experiences that often defy easy explanation. From encounters tied to cryptids and unexplained phenomena to moments of humor and suspense, his work blends reality with mystery. We dive into his journey from public service to author, his fascination with the unexplained, and the stories that shaped his writing. 👉 More Robert: https://us.amazon.com/stores/author/B0BTCBBJWR/allbooks 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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with leadership coach Carmen Wiesinger, who specializes in helping founders and ambitious women maintain clarity, confidence, and presence under pressure. A year ago, Carmen was doing everything “right” on paper — performing, pushing forward, and showing up — but internally she felt reactive, unstable, and constantly seeking validation. What changed everything wasn’t strategy — it was understanding her nervous system. From her base in Germany, Carmen now helps high performers regulate their internal state so they can lead powerfully, make clear decisions, and stop second-guessing themselves when it matters most. In this conversation, we dive into: Why confidence disappears under pressure The connection between leadership and the nervous system How to stop overthinking and self-doubt in real time Tools for emotional regulation and grounded leadership Building internal stability as a founder or executive This is a powerful episode for anyone navigating stress, leadership, and personal growth. 👉 More Carmen: https://beacons.ai/iron.carmenTake the Quiz: https://carmen-byrbzw02.scoreapp.com 🎧 Subscribe for more interviews with inspiring leaders, creatives, and entrepreneurs. 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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with business professional, parenting expert, and author Pat Hankin. Based outside of Boston, Pat brings a powerful combination of lived experience and practical expertise to the world of single parenting. We dive into her book, The Field Guide for Single Parents, a clear, fact-based resource designed to help solo parents navigate real-life challenges with confidence. Drawing from her background in finance, time management, and systems thinking—as well as her involvement in a parenting community of nearly half a million members—Pat delivers actionable, no-fluff advice that works in the real world. This conversation covers everything from managing time and money to building strong support systems and staying grounded through the demands of solo parenting. 👉 More Pat: https://pathankin.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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with chief connector, speaker, author, and purpose-driven coach Larry Kesslin. Based in San Diego, Larry shares insights from his decades-long entrepreneurial journey and the life experiences that shaped his mission. We dive into his fourth book, The Joy Molecule, which features powerful stories of inspiring individuals and the five key lessons that helped him discover deeper joy and meaning. From a transformative trip to Africa to his work helping high achievers reconnect with their true identity, Larry offers a grounded and human approach to personal transformation. Through frameworks focused on purpose, identity, and conscious connection, he helps people shift from focusing on what they do to understanding why they’re here. This is a meaningful conversation about living with intention, creating joy, and building a life rooted in purpose. 👉 More Larry: https://www.5-dots.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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with author and founder of Kokoro Business Performance Ed Howard. Based in Singapore, Ed brings a unique perspective to leadership—blending neuroscience, psychology, artificial intelligence, and over three decades of Zen training into a powerful human-centered framework. Before launching his company, Ed spent 20 years as a Regional Head of Compliance in global investment banking, where he witnessed firsthand the effects of burnout, overwhelm, and cognitive overload on leaders. Today, he helps leaders develop clarity, resilience, and peak decision-making skills in the age of AI. He is also the author of the upcoming book One Breath Leadership, which integrates ancient wisdom with modern science to help individuals perform at their best. This is a thoughtful and grounded conversation about leadership, focus, and navigating complexity in today’s fast-changing world. 👉 More Ed: https://www.onebreathleadership.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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with career scientist, researcher, and author Shivani Malik. Born and raised in India, she moved to the United States to pursue her PhD, completing her training at Stanford University and the University of California, San Francisco. Her debut novel, The Sky is Different Here, explores the powerful dynamics of the mother-daughter relationship, self-belief, and navigating the intensity of academic life in the late 2000s. Blending her personal journey with storytelling, Shivani offers a unique perspective shaped by both science and creativity. Today, she leads a team of researchers at an oncology-focused biotech company in San Diego, where she lives with her husband and their dog. This is a thoughtful conversation about science, storytelling, identity, and the pursuit of purpose. 👉 More Shivani:https://www.linkedin.com/in/shivamalik/https://www.amazon.com/Sky-Different-Here-Novel/dp/B0FD421DBZ/ https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Shivani-Malik/244834360  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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with former CEO, education leader, and now leadership consultant and keynote speaker Jacqueline Young. With more than three decades of leadership experience, including serving as a CEO in public education, she now works with high-performing women in senior roles to help them lead with clarity, confidence, and calm authority. We explore why even experienced leaders can feel overwhelmed and over-responsible under pressure, and how unconscious behavioral patterns shape leadership in ways most conversations miss. Jacqueline shares insights into emotional leadership, navigating pressure from within, and how to lead effectively without carrying the weight of everyone around you. Based in Toronto, her journey is filled with powerful lessons for leaders at every level. 👉 More Jacqueline: https://openmindshypnosis.ca/ 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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with podcaster, author, speaker, professional musician, and advisor to high achievers, Kate Kayaian. A former professional cellist, Kate performed as a soloist, chamber musician, and recitalist in prestigious venues ranging from Boston’s Jordan Hall to leading European concert halls. Today, she helps accomplished professionals — including creatives, executives, educators, and entrepreneurs — redefine success on their own terms and build careers that feel as good as they look. Through her coaching, the Creatives Leadership Academy, and her work with high performers, Kate focuses on clarity, confidence, and sustainable success without burnout. She is the author of Beyond Potential, a practical guide for navigating the next chapter of a high-achieving career, and the host of the podcast Tales from The Lane. In this conversation, we explore the transition from elite performance to leadership coaching, the hidden challenges of success, and how to create a meaningful and balanced life. From her base in Bermuda, Kate shares powerful insights for anyone striving to lead and live with intention. 👉 Learn more about Kate: https://katekayaian.com/ 🎙️ Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino features conversations with leaders, authors, artists, and innovators 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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with author James Lee. James shares his powerful journey of growing up with a learning disability that made school a difficult and often isolating experience. Misunderstood and overlooked at times, he faced challenges that shaped his perspective and resilience. Today, he works as a home health worker and has turned his life experiences into inspiration through his book New Beginnings. His story is one of perseverance, growth, and finding purpose despite adversity. In this conversation, we explore his early struggles, what he has learned along the way, and how he is using his voice to inspire others facing similar challenges. 👉 Get the book New Beginnings: https://store.bookbaby.com/book/new-beginnings2 🎙️ Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino features inspiring conversations with authors, leaders, and everyday people with extraordinary stories. 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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with global independent artist, storyteller, and creative force Kneet (Nauvneet Sachdev). Her work lives at the intersection of music, identity, resilience, and systemic justice. As a graduate student in developmental psychology, Kneet brings a unique depth to her artistry — blending pop, hip-hop, soul/R&B, and cinematic storytelling shaped by a life lived across cultures. Her breakout single “RISE” reached #1 on Apple Music video charts and was featured on Times Square billboards, marking a major milestone in her independent career. In this conversation, we explore music as survival, reclaiming voice, motherhood under pressure, and the deeper meaning behind creative expression. Kneet shares powerful insights on identity, storytelling, and using art as a force for truth and transformation. 👉 Learn more about Kneet: https://www.kneetmusic.com/ 🎙️ Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino features inspiring conversations with artists, 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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with career entrepreneur, successful CEO, investor, and acclaimed author Dave Berkus. Over an extraordinary career, Dave has served as CEO for 36 years and as a board member or chair for more than 30. He has invested in over 214 companies and sat on more than 40 boards, advising leadership teams through growth, risk, and critical transitions. Those real-world experiences have shaped his perspective on executive decision-making — far beyond what is typically taught in business school. His latest book, The Leader’s Toolkit, shares field-tested executive tactics and insights that matter in real boardrooms, helping leaders navigate complexity, make better decisions, and drive lasting success. In this conversation, we explore his journey, lessons from decades of leadership, and the strategies that separate good leaders from great ones. From his base in Los Angeles, Dave shares powerful insights and stories from a lifetime in business. 👉 Learn more about Dave: https://berkus.com/ 🎙️ Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino features conversations with leaders, entrepreneurs, authors, and innovators 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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with author, business coach for founders, and former CEO/operator Pete Srodoski. Pete’s leadership journey didn’t begin in a boardroom — it started on the floor at Target, working overnight shifts, unloading trucks, and navigating real-world challenges with customers and employees. That hands-on experience shaped his approach to leadership in ways no classroom ever could. From those early days, Pete went on to become CEO of SCP Coldworks and later held COO roles at companies including Thrive, Publishing.com, Providence, Acre Vault, and TeamLogic IT. Along the way, he built a deep understanding of what it really takes to lead, grow, and succeed in business. Today, he works with founders as a business coach, helping them navigate challenges, build stronger companies, and develop practical leadership skills rooted in real experience. In this conversation, we cover his journey, lessons learned in the trenches, and what it truly means to lead in today’s business world. 👉 Learn more about Pete: https://rollwithpunch.com/ 🎙️ Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino features conversations with leaders, entrepreneurs, authors, and innovators 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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with acclaimed entrepreneur and CEO of Virtually Aligned, Anna Brambilla. As a founder and business leader, Anna helps entrepreneurs escape the founder bottleneck and reclaim their Zone of Genius. After personally gaining back 10 to 15 hours per week and tripling her revenue through executive-level delegation, she now works with founders who want to scale their businesses without everything running through them. Many entrepreneurs believe their biggest constraint is marketing, strategy, or capital. Anna discovered that the real limitation is often much closer to home — how founders manage their time, decisions, and responsibilities. In this conversation, we dive into the realities of scaling a business, the power of delegation, and how leaders can grow sustainably without burnout. Anna shares practical, experience-based insights that can help any founder move from overwhelmed to optimized. 👉 Learn more about Anna: https://virtuallyaligned.com/ 🎙️ Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino features inspiring conversations with entrepreneurs, leaders, authors, and innovators 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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with educator, author, speaker, and MindShifting creator Mitch Weisburgh. Mitch is a conflict resolution expert who helps people understand what’s really happening in the brain when conversations go sideways — and how to turn conflict into collaboration. Through his MindShifting framework and his book Conflict and Collaboration, he shares practical, science-backed tools for handling difficult conversations at work, at home, and in everyday life. His work centers on curiosity, emotional regulation, and learning how to ask better questions instead of pushing harder. After decades in education, leadership development, and conflict resolution, Mitch noticed a common pattern: smart, well-intentioned people often rely on approaches that make disagreement worse. In this conversation, we explore the brain science behind conflict, how to stay calm under pressure, and the communication skills that can move conversations forward without damaging relationships. 👉 Learn more about Mitch: https://www.mindshiftingwithmitch.com/ 🎙️ Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino features inspiring conversations with authors, 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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Paul Slater, Co-Founder of BillionMinds and author of The AI-Ready Human. Paul spent over a decade at Microsoft leading global digital transformation initiatives, shaping commercial strategy for the company’s $1 billion life sciences business, and authoring more than 20 books. In 2020, he left Microsoft to co-found BillionMinds, a Techstars-backed company focused on building durable human skills for the AI era. Today, Paul advises senior leaders on the human side of AI transformation through his advisory work, his book The AI-Ready Human, and his Humanity Working newsletter and podcast. In this conversation, we dive into the future of work, how leaders can adapt to rapid AI change, and why human skills matter more than ever in a technology-driven world. From his base in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Paul shares insights, experience, and practical strategies for thriving in the age of artificial intelligence. 👉 Learn more about Paul: https://www.paulslater.ai/ 🎙️ Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino features inspiring conversations with leaders, innovators, authors, 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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with authors and leadership consultants Minette Norman and Dr. Karolin Helbig. They first connected online while participating in a certification program focused on psychological safety assessments based on Amy C. Edmondson’s groundbreaking work. Bonding over shared values around inclusive, empathetic, and mindful leadership, they collaborated to create a practical, research-based guide for leaders. Their first book, The Psychological Safety Playbook, was written before they even met face-to-face and quickly became a valuable resource for leaders looking to build trust and stronger team cultures. Now, they return with their new 2026 release, The Psychological Safety Playbook for Changemakers, launching May 19, 2026. In this conversation, we explore their journey, the importance of psychological safety in today’s workplace, and actionable strategies leaders can use to create environments where people feel safe to speak up, contribute, and thrive. 👉 Learn more: https://thepsychologicalsafetyplaybook.com/ 🎙️ Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino features inspiring conversations with leaders, authors, 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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with healthcare innovator, CEO of Sjökort Health & Wellness, Doctor of East Asian Medicine, and licensed acupuncturist Holly Battrum. She helps leaders step out of chaos and reclaim their well-being by blending Traditional East Asian Medicine with holistic behavioral change coaching. Her approach empowers people to listen to their bodies, understand their patterns, and build habits that support lasting clarity, balance, and intentional leadership. This conversation goes beyond wellness — it explores how to lead with purpose, show up fully, and create meaningful impact in your life, your team, and your community. Based in Kansas City, Missouri, Holly shares her powerful journey, insights on modern leadership, and the connection between health and high performance. 👉 Learn more about Holly: https://sjokort.com/ 🎙️ Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino brings you inspiring conversations with leaders, innovators, artists, 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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with RTT hypnotherapist, emotional healer, and medical doctor Dr. Karoline Fischer. Her work is rooted in a deep passion for healing and transformation. Through Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT), she helps individuals uncover and release limiting beliefs, heal emotional wounds, and reconnect with their authentic selves. A key part of her approach is Inner Child work — a powerful process that allows people to give voice to the parts of themselves that were once silenced, creating lasting emotional healing and personal growth. Dr. Fischer blends science and spirituality, integrating: RTT Hypnotherapy Emotional healing practices Inner Child work Astrology Modern spirituality Human Design In this interview, we cover: What RTT Hypnotherapy is and how it works Healing past trauma through Inner Child work The connection between mind, body, and emotions Blending science with spiritual practices How to begin your own healing journey 👉 More Karoline:http://www.whyhypnotherapy.com/ If you’re interested in healing, mindset transformation, and spiritual growth, this conversation offers deep insight. 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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with pioneering scientist, biotech entrepreneur, and founder/CEO of Bryan Therapeutics, Inc., Dr. Nathan Bryan. With over 100 peer-reviewed publications and dozens of patents, Dr. Bryan is one of the leading voices in nitric oxide research — a field that has reshaped how we understand human health, performance, and longevity. A former professor of molecular medicine, he left academia to challenge misinformation in the health industry and bring science-backed solutions directly to the public. His work has helped ignite a billion-dollar market around nitric oxide and continues to influence how people approach cardiovascular health, energy, and overall wellness. In this interview, we cover: What nitric oxide really is and why it matters The biggest myths in modern health and supplements Longevity, performance, and human optimization Leaving academia to build real-world solutions The future of health innovation 👉 More Dr. Bryan:https://www.instagram.com/drnathansbryan/https://n1o1.com/the-secret-of-nitric-oxide-by-dr-nathan-bryan/https://n1o1.com/ If you’re interested in health, science, longevity, and cutting through misinformation, this is a must-watch. 👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more Famous Interviews. 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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with author, content writer, copywriter, and scientific writer Nidhi Kona. She is a writer who turns complexity into clarity. With a background in scientific writing, Nidhi has collaborated with leading researchers and healthcare professionals to publish work in top peer-reviewed journals. Recognizing the growing need for precise and impactful communication in the digital world, she expanded into content strategy and marketing — helping brands connect through messaging that is both evidence-based and emotionally compelling. Whether it’s high-converting landing pages, insightful blogs, or brand storytelling, her work blends scientific precision with creative psychology to drive results. She is also the author of Unshakeable You, a book focused on building clarity, confidence, and resilience in uncertain times. In this interview, we cover: The journey from scientific writing to digital marketing Turning complex ideas into clear, compelling content The psychology behind effective storytelling Building a strong personal and brand voice Insights from Unshakeable You 🌍 Based in India, Nidhi works with global clients to elevate communication and impact. 👉 More Nidhi:https://www.linkedin.com/in/nidhi-kona/ If you’re interested in writing, marketing, psychology, and personal growth, this conversation is packed with value. 👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more Famous Interviews. 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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Unshakeable You (non-fiction self-help)https://a.co/d/0gOSZZdgThe Mirror That Echoed (mystery/thriller/romance)https://a.co/d/0byX0thMNidhi's newsletter Vantagehttps://subscribepage.io/ow1Hy6  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with agency owner and nationally recognized marketing executive Allie Grack. Her story is one of resilience, grit, and transformation. Given up for adoption as an infant and raised in an abusive environment, Allie navigated a broken system of placements and foster care before becoming a teen mom — a turning point that fueled her drive to succeed. Today, she leads a purpose-driven agency, Team Workhorse, where she helps brands turn real stories into powerful strategies that inspire connection and drive meaningful impact. Allie’s approach to marketing is rooted in truth — not trends — proving that authentic storytelling can outperform traditional tactics. In this interview, we cover: Her journey through foster care and adversity Becoming a teen mom and finding purpose Building a successful marketing agency from the ground up Why storytelling is the future of branding Healing, therapy, and understanding life’s purpose 📍 Based in Minneapolis, she continues to empower brands and individuals to lead with authenticity and courage. 👉 More Allie:https://teamworkhorse.com/ If you’re into entrepreneurship, marketing, personal growth, and powerful real-life stories, this is a must-watch. 👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more Famous Interviews. 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/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dh The Home of Famous Interviews: http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/ Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal:                    https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.