Mindset Connection

Welcome to the Mindset Connection Podcast, and thank you for tuning in for another episode. In this one, we sat down with Drew Buckowiec, who shared his family story of tragedy, resilience, and hope. The youngest of four boys, Drew told us about losing his older brother, Johnny, at age 11, and how he tried to navigate the grief as a young child. He also told us that the knock from the police at th...

Welcome to the Mindset Connection Podcast! After recording episode 26 back in October 2025, our guest, Dr. Patrick Roth, told us he had a great recommendation for us to have on the show-his wife Cathy. 10 months later, we were finally able to record episode 47 with the magnetic Catherine Brienza-and she did not disappoint! Cathy talked to us about finding her way to law school, and realizing that...

Welcome to the Mindset Connection Podcast! Episode 46 was certainly a powerful one. Erika Rothenberger connected with us virtually before heading out on a long drive to another speaking engagement. She filled the studio with messages of hope, resiliency, and “audacious energy.” Erika willingly shared her story of the day she drove to work, loving her “big, bold, and audacious life”, and was then v...

Welcome to the Mindset Connection Podcast! Episode 45 was definitely a powerful one. We sat down with an amazing guest, and truly wonderful human-Ron Marvo. In addition to founding a company that helps businesses-big and small-run efficiently (and who doesn’t want that?), Ron is also a business development coach, podcast host, and former Golden Gloves Boxing Champion. Ron told us how getting into...

Welcome to the Mindset Connection Podcast! In episode 44, Russ Rogers checked in on an early morning in California to give us the gift of his time and knowledge. Russ is the founder of Move Today-365, and lives by the motto: Move Today-Not Tomorrow! Russ shared his story of running a landscape business to journaling what turned into a series of books for children based on the impact and importance...

Welcome to the Mindset Connection Podcast! In episode 43, we jumped right in with an incredible conversation with Marcel Dinkins. Marcel is a former Division I Athlete, Army Reserve Engineer Officer, dog mom, fitness trainer, speaker, podcast host-and also works for Peloton. Marcel was able to take time from teaching running, walking, and outdoor classes to drive to the studio with her dog, and ma...

Welcome to the Mindset Connection Podcast, and thank you for showing up each episode to learn about the amazing people we want you to know more about. We dove into episode 42 by showcasing another amazing teacher-who also works for Peloton. Mariana Fernandez was able to talk to us virtually before running back to the studio to teach more magical classes. Mariana is technically a yoga, meditation,...

Welcome to the Mindset Connection Podcast. We are grateful to do this work and to be able to showcase people who truly are on a mission to spread love and healing in the world. For our 41st episode, we sat down with attorney, mediator, and community advocate, Karen Burr. Karen is the owner of the Burr Law Group, and her grounded and genuine energy told us right away she fully connects with her cli...

Welcome to the Mindset Connection Podcast, and thank you for supporting our mission to showcase wonderful people who are truly changing lives. We went all out for our 40th episode by sitting down with Peloton’s Alex Karwoski. When people heard he was coming many asked, “ How did you get him to come?” The answer: We asked. Even though Alex is a running and rowing coach for a very famous company, he...

Welcome to the Mindset Connection Podcast, and thank you for showing up for our 39th episode. This time, we had the opportunity to showcase OURSELVES and our brand, Women of Wellness. Cindy and I have partnered with the magical Susan Tellone, who was first a guest back on episode 10. We patiently waited for Susan to “retire” from her former position, so we could officially launch WOW. Since then,...

Welcome to the Mindset Connection Podcast, and thank you for supporting our work. We celebrated our 38th episode by talking with the magnetic Sean Martin. Sean is a devoted husband and father of two who rebuilt his life from the inside out after completing a two year sentence in prison during his 20’s. Sean candidly shared his experience of growing up in the Bronx, learning to hustle, work hard, a...

Welcome to the Mindset Connection Podcast! Thank you for your continued support for our work. We are grateful for every guest that gives us the gift of their time. For our 37th episode, we have the pleasure of talking with Jamie Giovinazzo, Founder and President of Eat Clean Bro-one of the pioneer companies of the meal prep industry. Jamie talked to us about pivoting his life from a career in the...

Welcome to the Mindset Connection Podcast! Thank you for tuning in for our 36th episode. Today, we got to sit in with Sandra Silverman-best selling author, podcast host, model, lifestyle influencer, and lover of all things beauty and wellness related. Sandy was able to schedule us into her full schedule and joined us virtually from Mexico. Sandy was open, honest and genuine about how she has trans...

Welcome to the Mindset Connection Podcast! Thank you for tuning in for our 35th episode! Today, we welcomed Alison Soltis-Certified Life Coach and Positive Intelligence Mental Fitness Coach. Alison is the founder for ABC Growth and Purpose and followed her curious mind into a new industry after being in public education for 20 years.  A lifelong runner, Alison realized that she also needed fitness...

Welcome to the Mindset Connection Podcast, welcome to a New Year. We are ringing in 2026 with our 34th episode and an amazing conversation with Emily Fumosa from Aya Sacred Ink. We are back seeing guests in person, and ours did not disappoint! Emily runs a private wellness studio that infuses ceremonial body art, reiki, meditation, oracle work and fine line artistry. Emily shared her calling to th...

Welcome to the Mindset Connection Podcast!  Thank you for tuning in for our 33rd episode, and for this one, we went all out. We are back seeing guests in person, and ours did not disappoint! We were honored to spend time with Dr. Srini Pillay, co-founder of Reulay-an AI-driven digital therapeutics company that enhances well-being and healthspan by shifting your mindset. Dr. Pillay is also a Harvar...

Welcome to the Mindset Connection Podcast!  Thank you for tuning in for our 32nd episode, and our second with a virtual guest. Today, we welcomed writer and adoptee advocate, Linda Pevac-also known as Emma Stevens, who graciously tuned in from Tulsa, Oklahoma. We connected with Linda a few years ago, after hearing about her story and her work on another podcast. We have been waiting ever since to...

Welcome to the Mindset Connection Podcast!  Thank you for tuning in for our 31st episode, and our first time recording with a guest virtually! Today, we had the privilege of getting to talk with Dr. Peter Amato and his colleague Jacqueline from Inner Harmony Wellness Center. Even though Dr. Amato told us that humility was one of his biggest strengths, it is important to note that he has had amazin...

Welcome to the Mindset Connection Podcast! Thank you for tuning in for our 30th episode. We are so grateful to be able to do this work, and share our amazing guests with the world. In this episode, we sat down with Nicole Hope to talk about her work with Expanded Mamas. Nicole is a Holistic Wellness and Breathwork Coach who focuses on helping women build sustainable wellness, and find calm in the...

Welcome to the Mindset Connection Podcast! Thank you for tuning in for our 29th episode. Today’s episode was definitely out of the ordinary. Cindy was away, and Jen was interviewing solo! We also welcomed a guest that is not traditionally working in the mental health and wellness space. Dan Sachkowsky, entrepreneur, coach, and the host of two podcasts- The Big D Podcast, and The Intredidus Podcast...

Welcome to the Mindset Connection Podcast! Thank you for tuning in for our 28th episode. We continue to showcase amazing people who are truly giving their gifts to the world, and are striving to live a full and healthy life. Today’s guest, Tom Manni, is truly an example of someone who is living with pillars of wellness in mind. He shared his unique story of how he was called to yoga: working in co...

Welcome to the Mindset Connection Podcast! Thank you for tuning in for our 27th episode. We are so proud to be able to continue to bring you incredible guests who are doing amazing work in the world. This time, we were honored to welcome our guests, Kathy Van Benthuysen and John Schwind, the Co-founders of Digital Prep Academy. Kathy and John founded this company as a direct response to the rising...

Welcome to the Mindset Connection Podcast! We are proud to present you with our 26th episode, and Dr. Patrick Roth did not disappoint. Dr. Roth is a Neurosurgeon, author, educator, and founder of New Jersey Brain and Spine. He is also the Chief of Spinal Surgery for the Hackensack Meridian Hospital, and an administrator and facilitator for the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine. Dr. Roth put h...

Welcome to the Mindset Connection Podcast! We continue to seek out incredible people who are truly giving love, joy and healing to the world. Our 25th episode did not disappoint. We had the opportunity to sit down with Shannon Hawley to talk about the power of sound and vibration. Shannon is Singer-Songwriter, Sound Therapist, Breathwork Facilitator, Kundalini Yoga teacher, Reiki Master and mother...

Welcome to the Mindset Connection Podcast and to our 24th episode. We continue to showcase incredible people who believe in the work that they do, and in making our world a better and brighter place. Today’s guest definitely did not disappoint. Joe Isola, Superintendent of Howell Township Public Schools, took a break from his incredibly full schedule to talk to us about his intention to help child...