PROGRESS with Pagano

Welcome to the definitive guide to eating in South Jersey. In this episode, we sit down with Eat with Em to break down the best of the best in the 856. Whether you are a local looking for a new Friday night spot or a visitor trying to find the perfect beach hoagie, Em is sharing her years of expertise as a top local food creator. What we cover in this episode: The Origin Story: How Eat with Em sta...

Is it possible to find a gluten-free pizza that actually tastes like the real deal? Can a suburban coffee shop beat a Center City office vibe? And which South Jersey town actually wears the crown for the best food and aesthetic? In this episode of the Progress Podcast , we are joined by the local expert on all things South Jersey and LBI, Toni Marmo (@toniimarmo) . Toni has built a viral community...

Welcome to the Progress Podcast! In this episode, we feature Dine with Dom , a rapidly rising food content creator whose page exploded in just six weeks after she shared a video of a legendary home-cooked cheesesteak from Backyard Cravings. A self-described "savory over sweet" girl and a South Jersey native, Dom shares her infectious energy and her meticulously organized "must-try&q...

Welcome to the Progress Podcast! In this episode, we feature Djour Philly , an expert and well-known Philadelphia foodie and critic known for his signature luchador mask and his fiercely honest takes on the city's culinary landscape. Inspired by the legendary anonymity of critic Craig LaBan, Djour shares how he uses his mask to separate "influencer fame" from authentic restaurant ex...

Welcome everyone to the Progress Podcast! We are live at Reunion Hall in Haddon Township, New Jersey, with our guest, Natalia Albertini, a professional singer who appeared on The Voice. Born and raised in Cherry Hill and a graduate of Berklee, Natalia shares her life balancing a career in music. In this fun-filled episode, host Alex Pagano and Natalia dive into: The Voice Journey: Natalia reveals...

Welcome to the Progress Podcast! In this episode, we feature Rachel and Abby , the dynamic co-hosts of Positively Philly , an uplifting news show dedicated to covering the fun, cool, and positive stories happening in the Philadelphia area. Rachel, who studied film/TV and marketing, and Abby, an English major from Wisconsin, share the unique story of how they were set up on a "blind date for a...

Welcome to the Progress Podcast! In this episode, we feature Malik Joe , a professional boxer, Muay Thai fighter, and bartender who has become a massive content creator with over 500,000 followers across platforms. Known as "the guy's guy," Malik shares his compelling journey from an early YouTube football show to viral fame—all thanks to making funny videos about annoying customers...

Welcome to the Progress Podcast! In this episode, we feature  Patrice Kafiro , a 26-year-old local from North Wildwood with a fascinating career journey and a passion for travel. As a professional waitress and bartender who also runs a social media managing company, Patrice offers a unique perspective on the service industry and life at the Jersey Shore. She shares her experiences, from growing up...

Anthony Chiolo, a real estate professional who got his license at 18, is featured on this episode of the Progress Podcast. He grew up in Wildwood and now specializes in the Jersey Shore market, with a focus on the Wildwoods Island. A lifelong entrepreneur, Anthony brings his passion for his community and his business acumen to a full-service real estate ecosystem. In this episode of the Progress P...

Welcome to the Progress Podcast! In this episode, we feature Nicole Neff, a passionate real estate agent, dedicated mother (with another little one on the way!), and a true champion for her community and clients. A proud "Philly girl" at heart, Nicole made the move across the bridge to South Jersey after starting her family and now brings her vibrant energy to everything she does. In thi...

Join us for an electrifying conversation with South Philly native and social media sensation, "Snuff"! Snuff shares his powerful personal journey: celebrating 8+ years of sobriety, his transition to full-time content creation, and opening his new steak shop in South Philly. In this action-packed Progress Podcast episode, host Alex Pagano and Snuff go head-to-head on the hottest Philly to...

Dhan Thomas (aka "LendingJawn") is a licensed loan officer operating in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Florida. Originally from Kerala, India, he spent his formative years in Philadelphia, graduating from Northeast High School and Widener University. - Episode Overview In this entertaining podcast episode, host Alex Pagano takes LendingJawn through a series of Philly-c...

In this episode of PROGRESS with Pagano, host Alex Pagano and recurring guest Darwin Laureano dive into an entertaining exploration of Philadelphia's best spots, events, and local knowledge through a series of fun lists and games. Episode Highlights Introduction and Personal Updates (00:00:00 - 00:01:11) - Alex and Darwin catch up on their New Year and personal goals for 2025. They discuss th...

Tyler B is a multi-hyphenate creative and production engineer at Philly Podcast Space. A 27-year-old Philly native, Tyler graduated from Morgan State University with degrees in journalism and is preparing to launch their own music-based podcast, "Catalog Chronicles". Episode Highlights Introduction and Guest Background (00:00:00) - Tyler introduces herself as a 27-year-old multi-hyphenat...

On this episode, Jess DeRose joins PROGRESS with Pagano. She is a 26-year-old podcast host of her own show called "Figuring It Out". Her podcast focuses on navigating life's uncertainties and challenging the notion that everyone else has everything figured out. Episode Overview In this entertaining episode of the Progress Podcast, host and guest play through various trivia games and...

In this Episode of PROGRESS with Pagano,  we sit down with Penny in Philly. Penny is a popular Philadelphia-based content creator known for her TikTok account "Penny in Philly", where she shares lifestyle content, restaurant reviews, and city insights. Originally starting her content creation during the pandemic by highlighting local businesses, Penny has grown into a prominent local inf...

In this episode of PROGRESS with Pagano, Bran Flakezz discusses their journey into content creation, the challenges and rewards of building an audience, and shares tips for aspiring creators. They also provide insights into the Philadelphia food and bar scene, and play a few fun games testing their Philly knowledge. Main Topics Discussed: Bran Flakezz's start in content creation ( 00:00:44 -...

Brett Rosenthal is a top-producing real estate agent in Philadelphia, known for his strong social media presence. In this episode of PROGRESS with Pagano, Brett discusses balancing his real estate career with his active social media activities, shares insights on the most affordable and desirable neighborhoods in Philly, and provides his expertise on the city's food, sports, and cultural scen...

Join us for this episode of PROGRESS with Pagano that features an engaging conversation with Maddie Bennett, a real estate agent and social media guru from South Jersey. The discussion covers a wide range of topics, including Maddie's background, her real estate expertise, her knowledge of South Jersey trivia, the ongoing debate around the existence of "Central Jersey", and a blind...

Join us as we sit down with Philadelphia realtor Darwin Laureano for a fun-filled episode diving into real estate trivia and unique Philly topics! In this episode, we play exciting games like rapid-fire naming challenges, blind rankings of Pennsylvania’s favorite foods, and even a real estate influencer guessing game. Here’s what to expect: 0:00 – Icebreaker Questions 2:00 – Game 1: Name As Many H...

🌟 Dive into the entrepreneurial journey with Sidi Thiam on this week's episode of PROGRESS with Pagano! Sidi, the mastermind behind multiple successful ventures, shares his invaluable insights on growing a fitness business, launching a cleaning business, and conquering the Airbnb scene. 💪 From humble beginnings to building thriving businesses, Sidi reveals his secrets to success and the cha...

Top Producer Realtor Rich Cassell Team Leader of My Philly Cassell joins the PROGRESS with Pagano Podcast and shares ALL on his journey to becoming a top producing real estate agent.  Rich unveils the secrets to his skyrocketing success as a top-producing realtor. From humble beginnings to dominating the market, Rich bares it all, offering invaluable insights and strategies for aspiring agents. Do...

In this episode of PROGRESS with Pagano, we explore the ever-evolving landscape of the financial and real estate industries. We dive deep into the future of the loan officer position, unveiling the dynamic changes and advancements reshaping the role. Join us as we navigate the intersection of artificial intelligence and the loan officer profession. Discover how AI is revolutionizing the way loan o...

Martino Picariello of the Jim Roche Real Estate Team joins us on our podcast to go over a variety of topics. Martino has a background of a collegiate athlete, coach, and real estate professional. Learn the details on how to elevate your mindset, dating, and business. Martino also shares the behind the detail scenes a of prominent real estate team. Tune in for a great episode! Follow Martino on Ins...

In this Episode 7 of PROGRESS with Pagano we dig deep into the real estate market and different strategies you can use to win more deals. We also talk about balancing negativity around you and avoiding the constant bombardment of bad news in the world. Follow Darwin on social media @darwinlaureano Follow Dhan on social media @lendingjawn Follow me on social media @mortgagewithpagano Check out our...