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What an honor it was to have interviewed such an amazing woman. Don't just take her grandmothers word for it; this girl is Special! Andrianna is running for Miss NJ International 2021. We speak about her job as a marketer, winning Miss World New Jersey, Human Trafficking and Heart Surgery. Yes...Heart Surgery. This was such and intense interview and educational at the same time.

It won't take long for you to see how compassionate of a woman Giannina is. Giannina is a wife, mother, school teacher, a lover of all animals and is on a quest to end Child Hunger. Giannina speaks about the stark contrast in culture when coming from Peru and how different things were for her when she started attending school in the US. She also speaks about why she chose to teach as a profession....

As Ms. Jersey Shore International 2021, and also a Domestic Violence Survivor, I feel so passionately about helping other women and children escape and heal from domestic abuse in their own home. Through the last year with COVID challenges, the Providence House of Catholic Charities has overgrown their safehouse. Mothers are living with their children in hotel rooms right now and need our help. Cu...

Have you ever met someone and felt like you've known them forever? Meet Mary Moulds. She is magnetic! Once you start talking to her you immediately recognize the beautiful woman she is. Mary runs the New Jersey International Pageant and is instrumental in giving the women of New Jersey a platform to educate the world on topics such as MS, eating disorders, bullying, domestic violence and so much m...

Jacqueline DiPasquale is the entire package. She is beautiful, smart, empathetic and is on a mission to bring awareness to bullying; a platform she has supported for over a decade. Jacqueline was crowned Miss NJ International 2020 in March. Jackie shares her story with us and speaks about life at 7 years old and being bullied all the way thru college.  Watching Jackie you'd never expect she was a...

Mike Frantino of Family First Funding talks about his journey from seeing Eddie Van Halen (at the Brendan Byrne Arena), to Family First Funding to becoming a franchisee of the Smoothie King. Smoothie King is located in Morganville New Jersey (The Costco Shopping Center). Mike Also introduces Bea (Beatrice) and Sonja of Keller Williams Reality to talk a little about the Real Estate Market during CO...

I met Jacob Moussa in 2016 and we hit it off the first day we met. We are like minded, read the same books and we both love helping others. It's no wonder why Jacob is so blessed with a beautiful family. Jacob shares how so many things that came into his life were perfectly timed and you cannot help but wonder who is watching over him! I think you're going to love this time learning about my dear...

If you ever have the chance to interview into your dad, do it. This will always be one of the top podcasts of my career, along with interviewing my mom!

Ok, so people have asked how I got to be so focused and determined. Are you born that way? Do you learn to become resourceful? OR, is it living in a home with a mother who is the person who you watch and learn from? In my case, having a mom who did it all, from starting her own business to fixing a toilet bowl, with the exception of fixing computers, she does it all. You tell Laraine Grande it can...

Lisa Marie is a driven young woman who cuts no corners. I had the pleasure to spend some time with Lisa Marie and her journey that got her to the Hungry Hippie, an all natural vegan food delivery company she built all on her own. Lisa Marie set out after high school to become a Fashion Designer. She graduates the Fashion Institute of Technology only to learn that was no longer her passion. She the...

James Raffone, the founder of The JAR of Hope.  James is on a quest to cure his son Jamesy. Jamesy was diagnosed with a rare disease with no cure. James, along with his family have started a Charity called the JAR of Hope to help fnd a cure that will ultimate save his son. Speaking with James you can see he is a man on a mission. As Mark Twain said; 'There are 2 most important days in a mans life....

Anyone familiar with Brooklyn, Staten Island and Central New Jersey knows Aunt Butchies . Aunt Butchies is known for its big portions and amazing food. But does anyone know who Aunt Butchie is? You'll have to listen to the podcast to find out. I had the pleasure to interview Pete Marcolini and ask him about his amazing journey that led to the opening of one of Central New Jerseys favorite restaura...

Join me and Mayor Jon Hornik as we speak about his tenure as the Mayor of Marlboro New Jersey. You'll get an intimate look into his role as Mayor and the life of his father Saul who would help shape Mayor Jon Hornik's career in the political arena. Mayor Hornik also shares a story about his call into the White House during Hurricane Sandy and how he was able to have the United States Army come in...

On December 17, 2019 I had the pleasure of interviewing an entrepreneurs entrepreneur. John Buckley has spent years doing what he has always done best. His intuition has brought him into a career where he can see the value [in just about anything] and turn it for a profit. Whether it is a Gibson Double Neck guitar signed by Jimmy Page or a Vintage Rolex he picked up on Craigslist, John will find t...

Kelsey Healy is amazing for a lot of reasons. She graduates college in 3 1/2 years with TWO, (yes TWO), majors. One in Business and one in Culinary. She graduates at 22 and asks the owner of Frutta Bowls to consider franchising! And it all happened. Kelsey became the 1st Franchise owner of Frutta Bowls and opened her very own Frutta Bowls in Marlboro New Jersey, located in the Buffalo Wild Wings S...

On December 3, 2019 I had the privilege to spend some time with Geo Hubela . For those of you who don't know Geo; Google him! He has an incredibly impressive resume. Geo is a world renown dancer who performs, tours, choreographs and with his family, owns Icon Dance Complex in Manalapan New Jersey. Geo started dancing at age 11 and has had an amazing career. From working with stars like Michael Jac...

Join me and listen to this wonderful conversation with Barry Habib as he tells us about his struggles and how he rose to the top. Barry speaks about his upcoming book (to debut in the Fall 2020; Money in the Streets ), his journey that led him to become one of today's most sought out speakers and his life as he lives it on his terms. Barry goes deep and shares stories with us that you will be shoc...

On November 12, 2019 I had the pleasure to interview Dr. Mark Schwitz, one of the most successful Orthodontists in the State of New Jersey. With two offices in Central Jersey (Marlboro and Howell), Dr. Schwitz, to date, has 151 5 STAR Reviews, has impeccable service and an incredible staff, unmatched by any other doctors office. Dr. Schwitz attributes it all to an amazing father, a supportive wife...

Join me while I interview two AMAZING people. Meet Michele and Randy, the founders of RevolutioniZe. Listen to some incredibly inspiring stories of failures and successes. Learn how they have created an amazing culture and RAVING fans. This was no accident. They know exactly what they're doing!

Join me and spend an evening with Jimmy Pecci from a Taste of Italy in Tinton Falls New Jersey. Jimmy is a natural born hustler with a vision and a quest to leave a legacy. What is Jimmy's legacy? Well you'll just have to listen to find out!

Dreams Fulfilled; an evening with Bryan Klein. Bryan Klein,  founder of  The Max Challenge  sits with Michael Grande and talks growing up, going to college and changing his course the day he graduated! Bryan exposes the 3 secrets to becoming successful and gives incredible insight on how to achieve your goals.