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The Towncast
by Flavio Romeo
The Towncast is a podcast supporting the people and businesses of our community. Every week we talk to a business or people of interest in the community and get to know more about them. We encourage residents to support each other and your local businesses.
Episodes
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S6 E20 Paisan Con 2026
Paisan Con features actors, actresses, comedians, filmmakers and so many other proud Italian Americans. This is the third year of the Con and it did not disappoint. In this video, we met up with just a few of the attendees, proud to be at Paisan Con 2026. Go to www.paisancon.com To watch the…
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S6 E19 Andrea Pass - Fair Lawn Chamber of Commerce
Andrea shares the mission and goals of the Fair Lawn Chamber of Commerce in Fair Lawn, NJ. From Women’s Wellness Wednesdays to Morning Breakfast Meetups, Andrea, as Executive Director, is dedicated to bringing people together, fostering collaboration, creating meaningful connections, and helping...
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S6 E18 Ella Alberta - Cancer Survivor
Ella Alberta and her father Mike, share their journey from, Ella being diagnosed with A.L.L. (Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia) at the age of 12, to her recovery, meeting 2 time Super Bowl Champion, Eli Manning, the official captain of Team TKC and giving back by raising money for his organization,...
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S6 E17 Vinny from South Philly
Vinny shares his journey from growing up in south Philly, developing a podcast based on his love of the people and culture of that area to writing and producing his first short film, Washington Avenue. He talks about his You Tube show, Inside Hollywood with Vinny and reveals his go to place for...
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S6 E16 Ronnie Marmo - Actor, Writer, Director
Ronnie Marmo shares his journey from being an extra in "A Bronx Tale," to General Hospital, to his one man show, "I'm Not a Comedian, I'm Lenny Bruce." Along with over 120 TV and film credits, he has performed his one man show over 485 times. He also runs two very successful theater companies,...
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S6 E15 Norm Rieger - Entrepreneur, CEO, Author
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Norm Rieger as he shares his journey from the corporate world to building a successful handyman and construction business—and ultimately becoming a first-time author.In this episode, Norm opens up about the personal experiences that shaped his life and...
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S6 E14 Lyn Morton Photography
Lyn Morton shares his journey from falling in love with photography at an early age, undoubtedly influenced by his loving father, to becoming a photographer in the military to starting his own photography studio in northern NJ and working with clients across the country....
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S6 E13 RRFF Consulting - Richard Finley
For many years I thought about franchising something and had no idea how to do it and never pursued it because I thought it was too costly. Rich Finley, owner of RRFF Consulting, gives free consulting to anyone who is interested in learning more about it. What a great concept!! Please show your...
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S6 E12 FIFA 2026 World Cup - Fred Mangione
As the Chief Business Officer for the 2026 Ny/NJ FIFA World Cup Host Committee, Fred Mangione shares his background in the business of sports and what preparations are being made for the upcoming World Cup in NY/NJ. Please subscribe and be part of the Towncast!
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S6 E11 Chamber of Commerce
While the US Chamber of Commerce manages businesses across country, almost every town has their own Chamber that supports the local businesses and residents in their community. In this episode, Angela Mattina and Anna Marie Sasso, discuss the role the Chamber plays in the small town of Hawthorne,...
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S6 E10 TAPinto Publisher and Editor Rebecca Greene
Rebecca Greene has been reporting for decades and now she is the publisher and editor in chief of several local online newspapers, TAPinto Hawthorne, Glen Rock and Fair Lawn, Ridgewood and other TAPintos in the Bergen and Passaic counties in New Jersey. She shares her passion for reporting the...
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S6 E9 The Paterson Museum
Museum director, Giacomo DeStefano, takes us on a detailed tour of the Paterson Museum, highlighting the city's history of silk manufacturing, the several factories making train locomotives, the Paterson factory producing the Sam Colt rifles and pistols and, of course, the birthplace of Lou...
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S6 E8 Garden State Film Festival 2026
For the 24th time, the Garden State Film Festival kicked off their weekend with Filmmakers Night. We had the chance to interview a few of the filmmakers, actors, screenwriters and friends who all came to support one another. Make sure you visit www.gsff.org for more information on the festival.…
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S6 E7 Dawn Treader Christian School
Pastor Charles Salinas shares his journey from being a corrections officer to the Executive Director of the last Christian school in Paterson NJ. He gave us a a tour of the facilities and the importance of a Christian education. You can learn more about Dawn Treader, named after the C.S. Lewis...
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S6 E6 Author Robert Skead
Discover the incredible journey of author Robert Skead, a Son of the American Revolution with nearly a dozen books to his name. In this episode, Robert shares how his path to becoming a writer was anything but ordinary—from graduating college and working as a rubber stamp salesman to receiving...
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S6 E5 100 Miles in 100 Days, Dr. Larry Grogin
This is an incredible story of Dr. Larry Grogin, a chiropractor, acupuncturist and ultra-marathoner who, in his early 60s was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease. Now, on his 71st birthday, Dr. Grogin is going to run across America, 100 marathons in 100 days. His motto, "movement is…
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S6 E4 Casting Director, Kimberly Graham
Having worked on projects such as Homeland, Avatar, Paranormal Activity 2 and many others, Kimberly shares her journey from opera singer to one of the top casting directors in the industry and shed some light on the business of casting for film and television.Please subscribe, it's FREE!
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S6 E3 Abbey Carpet and Floor
For over 66 years this family owned business has been providing homeowners in the area with quality flooring, carpeting, refinishing and upgrading home throughout northern NJ. Glenn Baker, the grandson of the founder, now has the reigns and continues the family tradition.Please subscribe, it's free!
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S6 E2 Passion Pickleball's Stephen Feehan
With over 30,000,000 people playing pickleball in 2025, Stephen Feehan, owner of Passion Pickleball, wants to make sure you that no matter if there is 2' of snow on the ground, -15 degrees out or 100% humidity, you have a great place to play year round. And, for anyone who mentions the Towncast…
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S6 E1 Climbing for a Cause - Mark Reitsma
Mark Reitsma never climbed a mountain other than driving up Pike's Peak. He decided to climb the tallest, free standing mountain in the world. All for charity. His devotion to City Relief has led him to climb this 19,000 foot mountain all to raise money which goes directly to City Relief to help...
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S5 E26 Chief John DeCando
For over 50 years, John DeCando has been with the Paterson NJ Animal Control department and for 50 years he has saved and rescued tens of thousands of animals. John shares his story and is proud to introduce his new book, 50 Years of Animal Rescue, available at Barnes and Noble and...
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S5 E25 Children Celebrating Veteran's Day
Ms. Tara Temprano gave her 4th and 5th graders an assignment for Veteran's day. I loved what they wrote and thought they should share it with everyone. All young people should take the time to recognize and understand what it means to be a veteran, not just on Veteran's Day, but everyday. Thank…
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S5 E24 Dr. Rob Ruffalo, aka Broccoli Rob
Dr. Rob received his chiropractic license at the same time he received his physical training license. While studying he started performing stand up comedy and now, published his first sports trivia book. Nicknamed Broccoli Rob, he shares his story, growing up on Bloomfield NJ, setting up his...
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S5 E23 Infinite Worth CEO, Rachel Owen
What an incredible organization. One that helps women of all ages that are facing crisis. Rachel shares her journey from working at a pregnancy resource center to running Infinite Worth, who reaches out to women, and men, that are facing very difficult life challenges. Please consider donating…
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S5 E22 Mayor John Lane
With decades of community service over the years, John V Lane, Mayor of Hawthorne NJ shares his journey from growing up in Hawthorne to running his own business for many years to running the town of Hawthorne, as Mayor, and all that comes with that position. Please subscribe...it's FREE! :-)
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S5 E21 Rick Spirito, Superintendent of Schools, retired
Rick Spirito shares his journey from graduating HHS class of 1988 to spending 32 years in the education system and now organizing the high school's inaugural Athletic Hall of Fame induction ceremony. Please help the Towncast by subscribing...it's FREE.
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S5 E20 Lighthouse PRC
The executive director of Lighthouse, Debbie Provencher, shares the history of the Pregnancy Resource Center and the thousands of families they have helped over the years. This extraordinary organization counsels single moms, teen moms, couples and women of all ages when confronted with an...
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S5 E19 Dan De Luca, author of the new book HAG
I've known Dan for over 25 years and it's been so much fun watching him develop into an amazing actor, writer and now, he just published his first novel. He shares his journey from growing up in Pisa, Italy to his college days in Kansas, starring in my very first film, to The Wire, several of his...
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S5 E18 2X Tony Nominated Willie Wilson
What an incredible story, from spending his final high school year living in a car, to leading the Metros in the 70s and 80s, to being the MC for ESPN radio and his band The Willies performing at their events, Willie Wilson shares his journey and how, for the past 26 years, has been running the...
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S5 E17 Melanie Anagnos - Author of Nightswimming
Melanie shares her journey from growing up in northern New Jersey, to writing articles on her Subspace channel to writing and publishing her first novel, Nightswimming, the first in a trilogy of Jamie Palmpieri Mysteries. Subscribing helps the Towncast, please consider subscribing...it's free!
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S5 E16 Actor Tony Carradori
Local actor, Tony Carradori, shares his journey from working full time to retiring, almost losing his life twice, and finally pursuing his life long passion for performing. "Never, never, never give up." - Winston Churchill If you haven't already, please subscribe, it's free and helps us out.
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S5 E15 The New Jersey Film Expo
For the first time ever, the Screen Alliance of NJ put together this trade show for all film and television industry people in New Jersey. With Netflix opening their new sound stage in Monmouth County, NJ is quickly becoming the film capital of America!! Please subscribe! It helps the Towncast.
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S5 E14 Thomas Edison Film Festival and Hoboken Historical Museum
We had the unique opportunity to talk to both Jane Steuerfeld, Executive Director of the Edison Film Festival and Vera Sirota, Communications Associate at the Hoboken Historical Museum. They each shared their role and experience working for these non-profits.Please consider subscribing as this...
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S5 E13 White Camel Humus Owner - Glenn Rice
We had the opportunity to sample the White Camel Humus, a local brand, and I have to say (along with several others), this is the BEST humus I've ever tasted. They are currently in several north Jersey retailers but if your retailer doesn't carry it, direct them to www.whitecamelhumus.com and...
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S5 E11 Film Industry in NJ - David Schoner
David shares his experiences as a board member of the Garden State Film Festival as well as the senior advisor to the New Jersey Film Commission. He has a vast amount of knowledge when it comes to filmmaking as well as having one of the best mustaches on the east coast.Please subscribe to our...
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S5 E11 The Office Reunion Con Co-founder Arnold Cuervo
If you are a fan of the TV show The Office, then you have to check out what Arnold Cuervo and his co-founder have created. This is their LAST Office Reunion convention and Arnold talks about all of the cast members that are coming, along with all of the events that will be taking place. Taking...
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S5 E10 Filmmaker Night, Garden State Film Festival
What an amazing night talking to filmmakers from across the country telling their stories and being recognized by the Garden State Film Festival. Here are just a few of the filmmakers and the founder, Diane Raver. Make sure you follow the GSFF and become a member and help support these amazing...
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S5 E9 Food Universe's Jose Olivo
Since the 1960s, this location as been home to various supermarkets. Since mid-2024, Jose Olivo and his family have converted this supermarket into a neighborhood grocery store by reducing prices, keeping the assortment fresh and listening to the consumer. A good lesson for ANY business.Please...
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S5 E8 America's 250th Birthday
Kathleen Walter, president of the Glen Rock Historical Society, in Glen Rock New Jersey, shares some wonderful history about our country, the revolutionary war and the battles leading up to our Independence Day. Contact your local municipal building, historical society or any town official to…
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S5 E7 City Relief CEO Josiah Haken
City Relief helped over 50,000 homeless in 2024 alone and they couldn't do it with the thousands of volunteers and the many donations received. Josiah Haken, CEO of the non-profit, shares the details of what they do at this extraordinary organization and how they don't just feed the homeless…
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S5 E6 Fraud Detective Joe DiGeronimo
Almost 1 in 3 Americans have been scammed in 2024 and I am one of them. Detective Joe DiGeronimo, who is working my case, talks about the various scams and how we can protect ourselves against them.PLEASE, pass this on to your young adults, your parents, grandparents, friends and anyone you care...
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S5 E5 Renew Life Center's Marisol Rodriguez
What an incredible organization which helps equip single moms with the skills and tools needed to overcome generational poverty and thrive. Marisol Rodriguez, co-founder of Renew Life Center shares her own story of generational poverty and how she worked hard to break those bonds and create this...
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S5 E4 Jersey Shore Wave President, Jared Ferko
New Jersey has a new professional women's football team, the Jersey Shore Wave. President Jared Ferko shares the goals and dreams of the new team in the Women's National Football Conference (WNFC) as they start their first year playing at legendary Hinchiliffe Stadium. Make sure you follow them…
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S5 E3 First Light Home Care's Boyd Lowry
Spending most of his life caring and supporting people in Human Resources and the Marines, Boyd explains how he now supports seniors and their families by helping them navigate through the difficulties of setting up home care for their loved ones. www.glenrock.firstlighthomecare.com Please...
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S5 E2 Self Foundry - Dawn Heerema
Dawn shares her experience working with children for over 20 years and her passion to want to help parents and teenagers navigate through the difficult teen years and beyond. As a certified life coach, she founded Self Foundry to do just that and offers a FREE 1 on 1 consultation. Simply go to...
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S5 E1 Actor - Neal Matarazzo
Neal has over 50 credits on IMDB.com, including the upcoming feature First Rites, where I had the pleasure of acting alongside Neal. He shares his journey from studying acting and musical theater in college, to starring In many films and TV shows, to training many up and coming stars in his…
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S4 E28 Nella Veldran - Publisher, Best Version Media
Nella shares her journey from working with publishers in NYC to starting her own local publications backed by the national publisher Best Version Media. She will also help anyone that wants to start their own publication in they community. Please subscribe and help keep the Towncast going strong!
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S4 E27 SPORTS EDITION: Agent and the Fan co-host Chris Leible
With Juan Soto leaving the Bronx and moving to Flushing, MLB agent and co-host of the Agent and the Fan, Chris Leible, shares his perspective on the move and why, as fans we can be emotional but we have to remember that it is a business after all. (Doesn't mean we have to like it). Please…
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S4 E26 Open Heart Magic - Michael Walton, Founder
This incredible non-profit teaches volunteers how to perform magic tricks that engage, empower and inspire children who are facing difficult illnesses, lengthy hospital stays and scary medical conditions. Michale Walton founded Open Heart Magic over 20 years ago and shares his journey from the...
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S4 E25 The Wrestling Collector - Owner Tommy Fierro
If you are a pro wrestling fan, know someone who is, or were in a past life, this is the PERFECT store for you. With vintage and current memorabilia, Tommy Fierro curates the best items in the world of professional wrestling. Tommy shares his story from growing up a big wrestling fan, to opening...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Towncast is a podcast supporting the people and businesses of our community. Every week we talk to a business or people of interest in the community and get to know more about them. We encourage residents to support each other and your local businesses.
HOSTED BY
Flavio Romeo
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The Towncast is a podcast supporting the people and businesses of our community. Every week we talk to a business or people of interest in the community and get to know more about them. We encourage residents to support each other and your local businesses.
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