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Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino
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Welcome to Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino. I'm the host and producer Joe Dimino. So, this is a companion or somewhat synonymous series with my weekly radio show and interview series - Neon Jazz. On Famous Interviews, we branch out .. diversify .. and interview folks from all over the globe in a wide, wide range of topics from art, music, culture, podcasting, business, therapy, coaching, spirituality, love, relations .. we go after all topics from cool, talented and courageous folks from all over the world ..
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Zahra Antaramian Interview | Real Estate, Construction Leadership & Building a Family Legacy
3w ago00:23:33Tap to summarizeWelcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Zahra Antaramian—construction executive, real estate leader, entrepreneur, and founder of a second-generation real estate services firm built on resilience, leadership, and family legacy.After the unexpected loss of her father, a highly respected real estate developer in South Florida and Massachusetts, Zahra found herself stepping into the world of construction and commercial real estate at just 20 years old. Rather than walking away from the family business, she embraced the challenge, launched her first company, earned her contractor's license, and partnered with her father's original business associates to build a thriving second-generation enterprise while forging her own reputation in a traditionally male-dominated industry.Today, her firm provides a wide range of services, including construction management, owner's representation, litigation support, construction consulting, and property management. Collectively, her team has helped construct, develop, manage, and operate billions of dollars in real estate assets throughout the United States. From her base in Florida, Zahra shares powerful lessons about leadership, perseverance, business growth, and honoring the past while building the future.Learn more about Zahra Antaramian and ADG Companies:https://www.adg4companies.com/If you enjoy interviews with entrepreneurs, business leaders, real estate professionals, innovators, and inspiring founders, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b
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Byron Athene Interview | Find Your Path to Resilience | Emotional Strength, Mindset & Mental Wellness
3w ago00:22:43Tap to summarizeWelcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we welcome back mindset and emotions mastery therapist Byron Athene, who first joined us in 2023, to discuss his powerful 2025 book, Find Your Path to Resilience: Powerful Techniques to Build Emotional Strength, along with a new resilience equation he developed to help people better understand and navigate life's challenges.In this practical and inspiring guide, Byron explains how emotional resilience isn't something you're born with—it's a skill that can be developed through intentional habits, mindfulness, and a new way of thinking. Drawing on years of therapeutic experience and emotional mastery techniques, he shares actionable strategies for transforming adversity into personal growth and lasting inner strength.Whether you're facing stress, uncertainty, personal setbacks, or simply want to improve your mental well-being, Byron offers a roadmap to becoming more emotionally resilient and living with greater purpose and confidence. This is an insightful conversation filled with practical wisdom for anyone seeking greater emotional balance, resilience, and personal transformation.Learn more about Byron Athene and his work:https://www.byronathene.com/Get the book:https://www.amazon.com/dp/1836006977?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallbackIf you enjoy interviews with authors, therapists, mindset experts, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b
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Stacy Carlson Interview | The Gyre Award-Winning Historical Novel, Mt. St. Helens & The Writer's Journey
3w ago00:25:53Tap to summarizeWelcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with award-winning novelist and writer Stacy Carlson, author of the acclaimed historical novel The Gyre, winner of the 2025 Electric Book Award and the 2026 IndieReader Discovery Award for Historical Fiction.Stacy takes us inside the inspiration behind The Gyre, a powerful novel that has earned critical recognition for its compelling storytelling, rich historical detail, and emotional depth. We also explore her lifelong relationship with music, the creative process, and the experiences that shaped her voice as a writer.Her essays and fiction have appeared in respected literary publications including Tin House, Novus Literary & Arts Journal, Post Road, Inkwell, and Sparkle+Blink, among others. She has also received prestigious fellowships from organizations including The Mesa Refuge and The Community of Writers.Growing up in Seattle, spending many years in Oakland, California, and now living in Minneapolis, Stacy brings a unique perspective to her writing. One of the defining moments of her life came in 1980, when she was just 35 miles from Mount St. Helens during its historic eruption—an experience she credits as the catalyst for becoming a writer.Beyond fiction, Stacy maintains a successful editorial freelance practice and serves as the Education Program Manager for the Women's Environmental Institute, blending storytelling, education, and environmental awareness in her professional life.This is an engaging conversation about creativity, resilience, literature, and the experiences that shape great storytelling.Learn more about Stacy Carlson and The Gyre:https://stacycarlson.com/the-gyreIf you enjoy interviews with authors, novelists, artists, and creative thinkers, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino. For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b
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Jesse Weinstein Interview | NYC Employment Attorney, Former Prosecutor & Navy Veteran on Workplace Rights
3w ago00:27:56Tap to summarizeWelcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Jesse Weinstein—New York City employment attorney, law firm partner, former Bronx prosecutor, U.S. Navy combat veteran, and trusted advocate for executives, employees, and entertainment professionals navigating some of today's most challenging workplace disputes.After serving his country in the U.S. Navy and prosecuting cases in the Bronx, Jesse transitioned into employment law, where he now represents individuals facing workplace retaliation, wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, executive separations, and other high-stakes employment matters. His mission is to help clients protect their careers, reputations, and futures while explaining complex legal issues in clear, practical language.Drawing on his unique background in military service, criminal prosecution, and employment litigation, Jesse offers valuable insights into leadership, resilience, justice, and standing up for what's right.Whether you're a business professional, executive, entrepreneur, HR leader, or simply interested in the evolving world of workplace law, this conversation provides practical insights and an inspiring personal story.Learn more about Jesse Weinstein:WebsiteLinkedInIf you enjoy interviews with attorneys, entrepreneurs, business leaders, veterans, authors, and thought leaders, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b
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Ben Barbic Interview | Rise & Climb Author, Musician & Producer on Recovery, Creativity & Resilience
3w ago00:26:51Tap to summarizeWelcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Ben Barbic—author of the memoir Rise & Climb, musician behind Rebel Sound, producer, audio engineer, real estate professional, and creative entrepreneur whose life story is one of resilience, discipline, and transformation.Ben's remarkable journey begins with surviving two devastating childhood disasters—a wildfire that destroyed his family home and, four years later, an earthquake that destroyed another. Those early experiences shaped a life dedicated to rebuilding, creating, and continually climbing forward.Today, Ben has built a career across multiple disciplines. As a musician, producer, and audio engineer, he creates music from his professional home studio while also pursuing writing, fitness, entrepreneurship, and real estate. His philosophy is that creative work and personal discipline are the same muscle—both requiring consistency, resilience, and purpose. From his home base in San Jose, California, Ben shares honest insights into overcoming adversity, finding purpose, and creating a meaningful life through consistent action and creativity.This is an inspiring story of resilience, reinvention, and the power of choosing to rise every day.Learn more about Ben Barbic:https://www.risenclimb.com/If you enjoy interviews with authors, musicians, entrepreneurs, producers, and inspiring people overcoming life's greatest challenges, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b
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Tiffany Sharp Interview | Diamond AI Founder & CEO on Trauma-Informed AI, Innovation & Human-Centered Technology
3w ago00:26:36Tap to summarizeWelcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Tiffany Sharp, Founder and CEO of Diamond AI, a social impact technology company transforming how people access healthcare, community services, and critical support through trauma-informed artificial intelligence.Tiffany is the visionary behind MAE, an AI-powered platform designed to help individuals navigate complex health, social service, and community resource systems with greater clarity, compassion, and accessibility.Before launching Diamond AI, Tiffany spent more than 20 years leading technology and business transformation initiatives in the energy industry. But it was her own personal experience with trauma that inspired a new mission: using technology to solve deeply human challenges by making it easier for people to find the help they need, exactly when they need it.In this inspiring conversation, Tiffany shares how resilience, purpose, and innovation came together to create a company focused on putting people first in the age of AI.Whether you're interested in artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship, healthcare innovation, leadership, or technology for good, Tiffany offers valuable insights into creating solutions that truly improve lives.Learn more about Tiffany Sharp and Diamond AI:https://thediamondplace.org/If you enjoy interviews with entrepreneurs, innovators, founders, technology leaders, authors, and changemakers, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b
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Paul Comfort Interview | Find Your X Factor Author on Career Purpose, Leadership & Finding Fulfillment
3w ago00:31:07Tap to summarizeWelcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Paul Comfort—bestselling author of Find Your X Factor, passionate keynote speaker, leadership expert, media host, and high-energy communicator dedicated to helping people discover meaningful careers and purposeful lives.Throughout an extraordinary career spanning executive leadership in government and public transportation, elected public office, and national media, Paul has reached the highest levels in multiple professions. Along the way, he noticed a common challenge among high achievers: many people are successful on paper, yet feel disconnected, exhausted, and unfulfilled in their work.Through decades of leadership experience and hundreds of conversations with executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals, Paul has developed a practical framework for helping people identify their unique strengths, reconnect with their passions, and pursue careers that align with who they truly are.Whether you're considering a career change, looking for greater fulfillment, or seeking to become a stronger leader, Paul's insights offer practical guidance for living and working with purpose.Learn more about Paul Comfort:https://www.findyourxfactor.ai/If you enjoy interviews with bestselling authors, entrepreneurs, leadership experts, innovators, and inspiring changemakers, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b
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Mike Acker Interview | Speak With No Fear Author, TEDx Speaker & Communication Coach
3w ago00:29:29Tap to summarizeWelcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Mike Acker—bestselling author, TEDx speaker, executive communication coach, corporate trainer, and founder of Uplevel Communication. Mike has dedicated his career to helping professionals build confidence, strengthen executive presence, and communicate with clarity in high-stakes situations.Mike is the bestselling author of Speak With No Fear, one of the leading books on overcoming the fear of public speaking. His mission is deeply personal. Growing up with a speech impediment, a fear of speaking, and a challenging childhood, he never imagined that communication would one day become his life's work.Today, Mike has coached leaders, executives, and teams from organizations including Microsoft, Adobe, and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), helping them become more confident speakers, influential leaders, and effective communicators.Whether you're a business leader, entrepreneur, manager, student, or anyone looking to become a stronger communicator, Mike shares practical advice that can help you speak with confidence and make a lasting impact.Learn more about Mike Acker:https://uplevelcommunication.com/https://mikeacker.com/If you enjoy interviews with bestselling authors, entrepreneurs, business leaders, coaches, and thought leaders, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b
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Craig Wahl Interview | Leadership Expert, CEO Advisor & Author of The Walk on Leading Through Chaos
3w ago00:33:15Tap to summarizeWelcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Craig Wahl—leadership architect, CEO advisor, speaker, entrepreneur, and author of the upcoming book The Walk: Leadership When There Is No Finish Line.Craig's leadership philosophy wasn't built in a classroom—it was forged through adversity. After surviving a near-fatal accident and helping lead a company through an extraordinary $500 million hypergrowth journey, scaling from 8 employees to more than 300 in less than two years, he learned firsthand what authentic leadership looks like when organizations face lawsuits, bankruptcies, rapid expansion, and relentless uncertainty.Today, Craig advises CEOs and executive teams on building resilient organizations, leading with endurance instead of ego, navigating high-pressure decisions, and preparing businesses to thrive in the rapidly evolving AI era.Based just outside Toronto, Canada, Craig shares an inspiring story that spans everything from his early love of grunge music to becoming one of today's trusted voices on leadership, resilience, innovation, and organizational growth.Whether you're a CEO, entrepreneur, manager, founder, or aspiring leader, this conversation is packed with practical insights on navigating uncertainty and leading with purpose.Learn more about Craig Wahl:http://www.njorth.ai/If you enjoy interviews with entrepreneurs, authors, business leaders, innovators, and thought leaders, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b
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Robert Misheloff Interview | Smarter Equipment Finance USA Founder on Helping Small Businesses Grow
3w ago00:26:27Tap to summarizeWelcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Robert Misheloff, founder of Smarter Equipment Finance USA, an entrepreneur dedicated to bringing honesty, transparency, and fairness to the world of small business equipment financing.After spending 10 years running a marketing firm, Robert saw firsthand how many small business owners were being underserved by traditional lenders and overwhelmed by confusing financing options, hidden fees, and complicated processes. That experience inspired him to build a company focused on doing things differently.Today, Robert specializes in helping small business owners, entrepreneurs, and single-operator businesses access equipment financing solutions that fit their needs—especially those who may have difficulty getting support through traditional lending channels.His mission is simple: help business owners make smarter financial decisions, understand their options, avoid costly mistakes, and gain the confidence needed to grow their businesses.In this conversation, Robert shares his entrepreneurial journey, why transparency matters in finance, and how providing education and trust can change the relationship between lenders and business owners.This is an inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship, business ethics, innovation, and creating solutions that truly serve people.Enjoy this fascinating interview with Robert Misheloff.Learn more about Robert and Smarter Equipment Finance USA:https://www.smarterfinanceusa.com/If you enjoy interviews with entrepreneurs, business leaders, innovators, and changemakers, please subscribe, like, and share for more episodes of Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino.For More Famous Interviews:Subscribe via Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgi6GpDDDrc_PgOzaERGbLQ Subscribe via iTunes/Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/famous-interviews-with-joe-dimino/id1660256991Subscribe via Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7j92QDS13LXgajPt80X2dhThe Home of Famous Interviews:http://famousinterviewswithjoedimino.blogspot.com/Contribute to Famous Interviews via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_b
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