Lost in Jersey

You may have spotted Jason R.A. Foster, a filmmaker, photographer, actor, and podcaster, in a few famous movies which we discuss. But moreover, he is a very talented filmmaker with a unique creative …

Can a haircut cure post-election blues? Since we can't go around cutting all our listeners' hair, we have done the next best thing.
We are sharing our best books and streaming picks. We implore you to…

Picture this: you're standing on stage with no script, no idea what's coming next, and a crowd waiting for you to make them laugh. That's the thrill of improv comedy, and it's exactly what Luke Ward,…

Imagine transforming your public speaking skills from shaky to sensational. In our latest episode, we talk to Laureen LeFever, a highly-rated Communications and Public Speaking professor at Montclair…

Listen to our conversation with the incredibly talented Carla Gutierrez, an Emmy and Eddie-nominated documentary editor who worked on notable films like RBG and Julia. We dive into her latest project…

Curious about what it takes to run one of the most popular venues in New Jersey? Join us for this episode to meet Anthony Morrison, the general manager of the historic Wellmont Theater in Montclair, …

Award-winning documentary filmmaker Julie Cohen joins us to share her insights and experiences from a remarkable career that spotlights pivotal social issues.

Known for her powerful films including th…

Tom Hall, the Co-Head and Artist Director of the impressive Montclair Film Festival, gives the inside scoop on Oscar-buzz festival films. We're talking about Blitz, Conclave, and Nightbitch. Tune in …

Get insight into the unique creative process of Kevin Scott Cosme, the talented artist behind the stunning poster for the 2024 Montclair Film Festival. 

He discusses the inspiration behind his artwork…

We dive into the stressful process of college admissions and college applications. From finding the right fit for your child to navigating the ever-changing landscape of applying to college, could AI…

The Complexity of Grief and Happiness: A Conversation

• Life is Suffering
• Old photos give new perspectives
• What not to say to Rachel when she's upset
• Grief, Anger, and Toxic Positivity

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"When they gave me this news, it was, you know, why me? Why, why, why? "
Hear the inspiring story of Angel Abrego Gris's road to donating his kidney to his son.

🏡 Angel's Journey: From Mexico City to M…

Meet Jon Krieger an entrepreneur and restauranteur! We discuss his newest ventures including Spring House in Tenafly and Padel United Sports Club in Cresskill. 

• Jon's Origin Story: From growing up on …

Find out how much this 100-year-old organization does. We were surprise. Their mission statement is eliminating racism and empowering women.  We spoke with Helen Archontou, CEO of YWCA Northern New J…

Meet the impressive woman behind The Local Girl® media success, Jennifer Tripucka. Tune in and take away some valued tips listeners will be excited to learn about 3 key things:

1. Founder's Journey:  She…

The top 100 books of the 21st Century! Wait, is that clickbait, New York Times? Why yes, yes it is, and we clicked on it. You say the words "100" and "century" and then we click and see it's all rece…

Scott Moore has followed his curiosity and passion. From making a bold call to land an internship at MTV, to producing influential music documentaries at VH1, to an amazing career as a musician, Scot…

What if a simple clerical error could alter the course of your entire career? Listen to Natasha Mathias as she recounts her serendipitous journey from pediatric dentistry and fashion design. Natasha'…

Step back in time with us as we uncover the fascinating history of Montclair, New Jersey, through the expertise of Angelica Diggs, the executive director of the Montclair History Center. Our engaging…

We both agree Robert Downy Jr. jumped the shark in The Sympathizer. Learn why in this month's edition of what to watch and read. 

TV Show and Movie Reviews

• The Sympathizer loved the book but had mixed …