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Episodes
305 episodes
A Great DJ Does More Than Press Play
You can feel it when the music is being “played” versus when a real DJ is running the room. We hang out with Stacey and Jeff Thomas of Hit N Run Mobile DJ to unpack what professional mobile DJ services actually look like, from the first plannin...
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11:49
Yes, He Cleans For A Living And It Is Brutal
A lot of people think hiring a housekeeper is about convenience. We see it differently: it’s about trust, safety, and knowing the person in your home takes real pride in the work. That’s why our conversation with Rich Fulmer from Redbeard House...
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15:56
Affordable Live Entertainment For Small Towns
We meet Brandon Bell from World X Storm and talk about building affordable, family-friendly entertainment that brings small towns together. We dig into how he promotes concerts, comedy, wrestling, and community events while staying transparent ...
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13:01
From Idea To Custom Gift With Lee Lee Creations
A lot of people think custom gifts are just “send a photo and it’s done.” The truth is more human and way more interesting. We sit down with Shawna Lee from Lee Lee's Creations to talk about what happens between a spark of an idea and a finishe...
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6:29
Milton Gymnastics Academy And The Joy Of Learning New Skills
Gymnastics has a reputation problem. Too many people hear the word and assume it is only for elite kids chasing medals or for bodies that already move perfectly. We sit down with Shawn McNally from Milton Gymnastics Academy to flip that idea on...
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5:43
From Mortgage Rookie To Real Estate Leader
What if the real unlock in real estate isn’t a magic lead source, but the courage to ask better questions—every single day? We sit down with New Jersey listing specialist Daniel Mesrobian to trace his journey from a teaching major to mortgage r...
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10:36
Your Neighbor In NYC Real Estate
What if the most powerful real estate tool isn’t a portal or a price algorithm, but your gut? We sit down with associate broker Paul Johansen to unpack the human side of buying and selling in New York City—how trust, fit, and focus can outperfo...
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Finding Clarity With A Psychoanalyst
What happens when a high-achieving life starts to feel hollow, heavy, or on autopilot? We sit down with Dr. Nicholas Samstag, a clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst, to explore how long-term depth work helps professionals in high-stress role...
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8:55
Port St. Lucie’s Living History
A city that incorporated with zero residents sounds like a riddle, but it’s the spark that brings Port St. Lucie’s past to life in this conversation with curator Donnita Graben. We pull back the curtain on the Port St. Lucie History Museum and ...
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7:33
Longer, Younger: The Green Stone Spa Approach
What if “getting older” isn’t the reason you feel stiff, spent, and stuck? We sit down with Christina Popa-Ricketts of Green Stone Spa to unpack a grounded approach to longevity that starts with skilled human touch, precise bodywork, and practi...
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11:46
Confidence, Not Quick Fixes: Rethinking Medical Aesthetics
What if aesthetic care felt less like a quick fix and more like a long-term plan for confidence? That’s the lens we bring to our conversation with physician assistant Mario Nova of Bespoke Medesthetics in Jericho, New York, where subtle Botox, ...
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6:56
If Italians Get Weekly Massages, No Wonder They Smile More
What if a spa wasn’t a splurge but a lifeline? We sit down with Shirley Garner and Deborah Harrison of Spa Boutique and Wellness Lounge in Harlem to explore how consistent, affordable care can transform everyday stress into a sustainable rhythm...
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11:06
How A High Performance Healer Helps You Drop Old Beliefs And Live Authentically
Ready to lead without second-guessing yourself? We sit down with high performance coach and healing mentor Mel Finnerty to explore how true success starts on the inside. Mel works with CEOs, artists, and public figures to clear inherited belief...
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9:23
Inside A Dedicated Hernia Surgery Practice With Dr. Meshach Cober
What if your hernia care could be truly tailored to your body, goals, and daily life? We sit down with Dr. Meshach Cober with Cober Hernia, a general surgeon who built a dedicated hernia center to offer patients more nuanced choices, clearer gu...
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7:47
Holistic Coaching That Aligns Values With Spending, Saving, And Earning
Money isn’t just math; it’s memory, emotion, and daily behavior. We sit down with holistic financial coach Carrie Friedberg with SF Money Coach to unpack how values-driven choices make budgets actually work in the real world. Carrie shares how ...
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11:55
Finding Purpose Through Quantum Hypnosis
What if the emptiness you keep trying to outrun is actually a compass pointing home? That question sits at the center of our conversation with Naomi Shu, a Level 2 Quantum Healing Hypnotherapist who helps people access the theta brainwave state...
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9:07
Your CPA Can Save You From The Expensive Lawyer
Most people think taxes are a once-a-year chore. We think they’re one of the most powerful levers for building a healthier business—if you get advice before the deadline crunch. Garfield sits down with CPA Seth Kamens of Kamens & Associates...
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13:05
A Naturopathic Path To Self-Healing With Dr. Mark Armstrong
What if your body already holds the blueprint for healing, and your job is to remove friction and feed the system what it needs? We sit down with Dr. Mark Armstrong of the Ahikim Center in Roswell, Georgia, a naturopathy doctor who has guided c...
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6:56
Protect Your Ideas Before You Share Them
What if one casual conversation cost you your patent? We sit down with Attorney Daniel Scola, managing partner at Hoffmann and Barron LLP, to unpack how innovators can protect ideas, avoid irreversible mistakes, and build an IP strategy that ac...
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You don’t have to be “sick” to start feeling better with acupuncture and bodywork
What if you didn’t have to wait until you’re “really sick” to feel better? We sit down with Dr. Cynthia Ann Hayes-Hurst—Dr. Cindy—whose journey from critical care and emergency medicine to a doctorate in acupuncture reshaped how she helps peopl...
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6:34
From War Zones to Wall Street: An Immigration Lawyer’s Journey and Mission
What does it take to build a world-spanning immigration law practice from a single desk in Queens—and keep heart at the center while policies and lives hang in the balance? We sit down with attorney and founder Merium Malik to trace the journey...
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11:44
Rebecca Vincent Shares How "I Count For You" Empowers Small Businesses
Are you a small business owner juggling multiple roles? Rebecca Vincent from ICount4You joins the Good Neighbor Podcast to reveal why professional accounting support might be the missing piece in your business puzzle.Drawing from over t...
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5:12
Decarbonizing New York: How USLT Helps Buildings Meet Local Laws
Imagine a New York City where buildings no longer contribute 75% of the city's carbon emissions. That's the future Fatou Jabbie is helping to create through her company, USLT Technology Consulting. In this enlightening conversation, Fatou revea...
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13:35
From Personal Pain to Professional Practice: Megan Romano's Story
Ever wonder what happens when personal pain transforms into professional purpose? Psychotherapist Megan Romano's powerful story reveals exactly that journey. With nearly two decades as a licensed marriage, family, and child therapist, Megan's a...
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7:51
Unlocking Your Inner Wisdom: A Conversation with Nomi Bachar of White Cedar Institute
Feeling like your life is missing essential pieces? In this revealing conversation, psychotherapist Nomi Bachar introduces us to her revolutionary Gates of Power system at White Cedar Institute—a comprehensive approach to healing and self-actua...
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