The NOM Studios Podcast

The nonprofit sector is facing a quiet, devastating crisis: community demand for services is at an all-time high, but traditional donor funding is drying up. Most struggling organizations try to solve this by working harder to "stand out"—unwittingly competing for the exact same shrinking pool of donor dollars. That strategy is a trap. In this episode, Kelli-Anne Cerrini (Marketing Manag...

How do you actually use LinkedIn to build relationships, generate referrals, and grow your business? In this episode of the NOM Studios Podcast, Theo Massillon sits down with Beth Granger , LinkedIn trainer, speaker, consultant, and networking strategist, to discuss how professionals can leverage LinkedIn beyond posting content and chasing the algorithm. Beth shares her journey from graphic design...

What’s the difference between having a job… and building a career that actually fulfills you? In this episode of the Nom Studios Podcast, Theo Massalon sits down with career coach and professional development lead Sasha Calix to talk about career burnout, purpose-driven work, career pivots, layoffs, networking, side hustles, and what professionals REALLY struggle with when trying to transition car...

Life doesn’t warn you before everything changes. In this episode, Maggie opens up about losing her husband to cancer while raising a baby—and how she found the strength to keep going when everything felt uncertain. This conversation dives deep into: What grief actually feels like (beyond what people see) The reality of healing while still showing up every day How acceptance—not avoidance—became he...

Dr. Taylor Darling served three terms as NYS Assemblywoman for the 18th Assembly District before answering the call to run for U.S. Congress representing CD4 in Nassau County. In this conversation, she gets real about affordability, healthcare, immigration, and what it actually means to show up for the people. This one will change how you think about public service. SHOW NOTES In this episode of T...

Most people are using AI for marketing completely wrong—and it's costing them hours every day. If your prompts start with "Act like a marketing expert," you're leaving 80% of AI's power on the table. In this solo episode, I'm breaking down the exact hyper-specific prompt framework I used to build my agency from $0 to $150K in less than 12 months using Claude AI. WHAT...

How do you scale career readiness when schools are understaffed and underfunded? Beth Bucheister's Career Day Inc. has reached 12,000 students by bringing 600+ professionals directly into schools—with zero cost to districts. In this episode, Beth shares the choice-based model that lets students pick their sessions, how they train professionals, and real outcomes: students landing FBI internsh...

When a Type 1 diabetic's life changes after spine adjustments, he becomes a chiropractor. Dr. Mark Levitan shares his journey from selling life insurance to practicing chiropractic for nearly 40 years, all because spine adjustments stabilized his diabetes when traditional medicine couldn't help. This episode explores: How spinal health affects the entire nervous system The real science b...

When a certified strength coach destroys intermittent fasting and CrossFit myths, you listen. Aja Campbell, NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, delivers hard truths about why intermittent fasting works for men but can wreck women's hormones, and what's really wrong with CrossFit programming. This episode covers: The physiological differences that make IF harmful for wome...

When your Haitian mom puts you in therapy in the 1990s, you know she's ahead of her time. Licensed therapist Grace Lamour takes us through her mental health journey - from being one of the few kids in therapy in elementary school to becoming a clinician serving Black and Brown communities today. This conversation gets real about: ✓ Why only 4% of therapists are Black or Brown✓ The uncomfortab...

When an HR expert's husband gets injured at work, corporate America shows its true colors. Nicole Craveiro, founder of Craveiro HR Consulting, thought her 15+ years of HR expertise would protect her family. She was wrong. When her husband was injured at King Cullen Grocery after 15 years of service, what followed was a masterclass in corporate retaliation and legal system failures. In this ep...

The Hofstra professor who proved Long Island has a massive diversity problem - and why major corporations are paying millions to fix it. Larry Levy isn't your typical academic. As a former investigative journalist turned Associate VP at Hofstra University's National Center for Suburban Studies, he's bridging the gap between ivory tower research and real-world community impact. His g...

The guy you see MCing every Long Island nonprofit event has ADHD, 15 years of sobriety, and a mission to prove that your biggest struggles can become your greatest strengths. Tommy DeMisa didn't set out to become the "Nonprofit Sector Connector." He was a bartender who thought he was "just a salesman." But when his employee benefits company decided to focus on nonprofits 8...

The nonprofit that wasn't supposed to survive - but 14 years later, it's changing lives across Long Island. Kristine Fitzpatrick never planned to start a nonprofit. She doesn't have a child with disabilities. But one volunteer experience at another organization changed everything, leading her to create the League of YES - a baseball and basketball program for kids with disabilities...

The divorce mediator who's pro-ho phase, anti-Disney couples, and thinks everyone needs a prenup. Britney Vaz brings humor to heavy topics as a divorce mediator at Vaz Law, the boutique firm she runs with her attorney mother. Her hot takes on relationships are as educational as they are entertaining. Her controversial relationship philosophy: Disney couples are doomed (Princess Tiana and Prin...

From college roommates paying "scam" rent to building a real estate empire that changes lives. Jones Hollow Realty Group isn't your typical real estate team. Esperanza, Janelle, and Marissa prove that authentic relationships and genuine care can transform an industry known for being transactional. Their origin story: Meeting in college while getting "scammed" by landlords...

The estate planning mistakes that cost Long Island families thousands (and years in court). Nicole Palermo, founder of The Palermo Firm, went from combative litigation to life-changing estate planning. Now she helps families avoid probate nightmares with proper planning. In this episode: Why having 3 cars in your spouse's name creates a legal disaster The "most dangerous" beneficiar...

Water damage hits 1 in 60 homes every year. Are you prepared for a $14,000 disaster? Ryan Chaplin of Bright Side Restoration reveals the shocking reality of emergency restoration on Long Island - and why most homeowners are completely unprepared for what could destroy their biggest investment. As president of our BNI chapter and restoration industry expert, Ryan shares how his company revolutioniz...

The Banker Who Accidentally Became a LinkedIn Influencer Ray Schwetz never planned to become a social media personality. As VP of Business Banking at Jovia Financial Credit Union, he just wanted to show off his awesome clients. But his simple selfie strategy turned him into a LinkedIn subject matter expert with thousands of impressions. This conversation goes deep into Ray's philosophy that y...

Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with Stacy Simbrom, a holistic integration coach who's redefining how we approach personal growth and self-awareness. Moving beyond the traditional "what's wrong with you?" mindset, Stacy introduces us to a revolutionary approach that recognizes nothing about us needs to be "fixed" - we simply need better integration of our...

In this episode of the NOM Studios podcast, we sit down with Derek Shannon, partner at MR Qualified, a private real estate lending firm that's redefining how investors secure financing for their projects. Derek shares the unique advantages of working with private lenders who can close deals in as little as three days, compared to traditional banks that are increasingly risk-averse and bogged...

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Bea Roth, President of the Manhasset Women's Coalition Against Breast Cancer. In this powerful episode, Bea shares her unique journey from general counsel to care recipient to president of this impactful 28-year-old volunteer organization that's changing lives through both direct patient support and cutting-edge research funding. Discover how...

Join us for a powerful and emotional conversation with Terese Curry, breast cancer survivor and advocate, alongside Tony Dean of Pink Cancer Cancer. In this eye-opening episode, Terese shares her journey of being diagnosed with Stage 2 breast cancer at just 31 years old—weeks before her wedding—despite having no family history and being told by a doctor she was fine. Discover how Terese's int...

NOM Studios presents a powerful conversation with Mike Haltman, CEO of Hallmark Abstract Service and Board Chair of Heroes to Heroes Foundation. After losing everything in the 2008 financial crisis, Mike transformed his career from Wall Street trader to title insurance entrepreneur, while dedicating himself to helping combat veterans heal from moral injury. In this episode, you'll discover: T...

In this episode of the NOM Studios podcast, Theo sits down with Dan Komis, founder of Tech Runner IT, to discuss his fascinating journey from aspiring musician to successful IT business owner. Dan shares how he transitioned from playing drums in hardcore bands to running a managed service provider business that serves as a full-service IT department for companies without in-house tech support. Lea...