Big Little Stories
Big Little Stories is a place for conversations that inspire, educate and build community. It’s where no story is too small, and no impact is too big. The show celebrates how every little stroke in the story of our lives paints a bigger picture - and can ultimately shape the world around us in meaningful and positive ways.
Episodes
31 episodes
Big Little Stories (Episode 131) Stacie Sherman Journalist/Autism Mom
Journalist and advocate Stacie Sherman shares her journey as a mother of two children with autism, and how her experience transformed her voice, her purpose, and her fight for understanding and inclusion. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz.Follow on ...
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Big Little Stories (Episode 130) Lia Papamarkou Community Relations Manager, Bank of America
Lia Papamarkou, Community Relations Manager at Bank of America, talks about the power of service, from volunteering across the globe to strengthening communities here at home, and how a commitment to giving back has shaped her life. Hosted by I...
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Big Little Stories (Episode 129) Ashlee Keating Billboard-Charting Artist
Billboard-charting pop sensation Ashlee Keating talks about growing up in New Jersey, finding her voice, and the exhilarating journey she’s on as her music reaches new audiences. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz Follow on Instagram: @biglittlestoriesshow...
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Big Little Stories (Episode 128) - Ella Hilsenrath, Board Certified Art Therapist
Ella Hilsenrath, Clinical Art Therapist at Allaire Community Farm, shares how she uses creativity and trauma-informed care to help people heal and find resilience. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz.https://allairecommunityfarm.org/
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Big Little Stories (Episode 127) Monica Lawson Managing Director, BOND Creative Advancement Project
Monica Lawson, Managing Director of BOND Creative Advancement Project talks about the importance of access and opportunity for young creatives. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz. https://bondbcap.org/
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Big Little Stories (Episode 126) Tom Bergeron Founder & Editor, BINJE
Tom Bergeron, founder and editor of BINJE, talks about launching a new digital news platform and the importance of local news, innovation, and the core principles of journalism. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz. BINJE.com
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Big Little Stories (Episode 125) Eric LeGrand Entrepreneur & Motivational Speaker
Eric LeGrand, entrepreneur and motivational speaker, talks about the upcoming 15th annual A Walk to Believe, and shares how he channels resilience and purpose into building businesses and inspiring people everywhere. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz.
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Big Little Stories (Episode 124) Dr. Liz Nissim, Child Psychologist
Dr. Liz Nissim, a licensed clinical and school psychologist, shares how she helps children and families navigate mental health challenges with clarity, compassion, and strength. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz. ...
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Big Little Stories (Episode 123) Ben Feller, Author, “Big Problems, Little Problems”
Ben Feller, former Chief White House Correspondent for the Associated Press, shares how spending years covering presidents shaped his approach to storytelling—and how a simple parenting moment inspired his heartfelt children’s book, Big Pro...
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Big Little Stories (Episode 122) John Bathke, Entertainment Reporter
Award-winning entertainment journalist John Bathke talks about the power of a performance to unify an audience - and reminds us why covering culture is more important than ever. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz. Instagram: @johnbathke
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Big Little Stories (Episode 121) Carlos Medina Executive Producer/Host, “Que Pasa NJ”
Carlos Medina, Executive Producer and Host of Que Pasa NJ, shares how storytelling, culture, and community drive his mission to uplift Hispanic voices and inspire the next generation of leaders. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz.
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Big Little Stories (Episode 120) Varsha Waishampayan Founder & CEO, WINGS for Growth
Varsha Waishampayan, Founder and CEO of WINGS for Growth, talks about why she left a high-powered career on Wall Street to help women find mentors, embrace leadership, and build lasting change. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz.
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Big Little Stories (Episode 119) Diane Young Unman Author, Motivational Speaker & Breast Cancer Survivor
Diane Young Unman, aka Princess Diane von Brainisfried, author of Bonjour, Breast Cancer—I’m Still Smiling, shares how humor, positivity, and purpose helped her navigate a breast cancer diagnosis and how she’s now using her story to up...
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Big Little Stories (Episode 118) Ilson Goncalves, Owner of Samba Montclair
Ilson Goncalves, owner of Samba Montclair and author of The Samba Montclair Gluten-Free Cookbook talks about the power of food to bring people, and communities, together. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz .
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Big Little Stories (Episode 117) Scott White Author, “The Life is Too Short Guy”
Author Scott White talks about how we all have the power to live happier lives and why the first thought we have each morning is the most important one of the day. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz . http...
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Big Little Stories (Episode 116) Katie Carroll, Speaker/Self-Care Coach
Katie Carroll, pediatric nurse and self-care coach, talks about why people who take care of others often need reminders to take care of themselves. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz . https://katiecarrollc...
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Big Little Stories (Episode 115) Robin Peacock Executive Director, MEND
Robin Peacock, Executive Director of MEND Hunger Relief Network, talks about an important change to the way we think about food insecurity and how she would have benefitted from the organization’s innovative programming during her own childhood...
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Big Little Stories (Episode 114) Lockey Maisonneuve Author/Trauma-Informed Guide
Author Lockey Maisonneuve talks about learning to heal from an abusive childhood and dedicating her life to help others feel seen. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz .https://honoryoga.org/home
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Big Little Stories Episode 113 Stormin’ Norman Seldin
Stormin’ Norman Seldin talks about his celebrated career as a performer and promoter and how the power of music saved his life. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz.
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Big Little Stories (Episode 112) Joe Stetson Chief Commercial Officer, NY Red Bulls
Joe Stetson, Chief Commercial Officer for the New York Red Bulls, talks about how a lifelong love of sports fueled a career that made him one of the most respected sports marketing executives in the country. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz.
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Big Little Stories (Episode 111) Laura Jones, Host of New Jersey Politics
Host Ivy Charmatz speaks with Laura Jones, one of the most celebrated political reporters in New Jersey and Host of New Jersey Politics which airs on ONNJ and WJLP-MeTV.
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Big Little Stories (Episode 110) Mike Ham Founder, Ham Radio Productions
Mike Ham, Founder of Ham Radio Productions talks about becoming a content creator, building a New Jersey brand and meeting some incredible people a long the way. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz. www.hamr...
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Big Little Stories (Episode 109) Juan Melli Board President, Team Wilderness
Juan Melli, Board President of Team Wilderness, talks about the importance of making sure kids have the chance to explore nature and how quality time outside can have a profound impact on our mental, physical and emotional health.Hosted by Ivy ...
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Big Little Stories (Episode 108) Ali Taylor Founder, Wisdom+Wayfinder
Ali Taylor, Founder of Wisdom+Wayfinder, talks about accepting yourself in a world filled with comparisons, searching for belonging to avoid isolation, and how to stop yourself from stealing your own joy. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz.
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Big Little Stories (Episode: 107) Brian Donohue, Award-Winning Storyteller
Brian Donohue talks about his award-winning career as a journalist covering New Jersey, how he sometimes stumbles upon his best stories and why working as a storyteller should always be considered a privilege. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz. https://ww...
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