Duologue with Leslie Heaney

In today’s episode, Leslie sits down with Ted Giovanis – a person who lives life to its fullest – an expert in Medicaid and Medicare regulation, an advocate, philanthropist, author and race car driver. Ted and Leslie do a deep dive into his landmark court case against the federal government for failing to properly reimburse hospitals resulting in a multibillion-dollar settlement for hospitals nati...

In today’s episode, Leslie sits down with world-renowned chef, Daniel Boulud, and the man behind Chef Boulud’s Restaurant Group, Dinex Group CEO, Sebastien Silvestri. Daniel and Sebastien talk about their careers, inspirations, favorite dishes and the secret sauce to their creating and maintaining critically acclaimed restaurants worldwide. Leslie is still pinching herself getting to spend the aft...

In Episode 18, Leslie speaks with Shavar Jeffries, CEO of the Kipp Foundation. The Kipp Foundation supports KIPP schools, a national network of charter schools educating more than 120,000 students in grades Prek-12 across 21 states and Washington, DC. Leslie and Shavar talk about his inspirational life story and career, the challenges facing education today, and the incredible impact of KIPP schoo...

In today’s episode, Leslie speaks with Dr. Scott Small, Director of the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center at Columbia University. Dr. Small is globally recognized as an expert in Alzheimer’s disease and cognitive aging. He has been researching the disease for decades and his lab has pioneered MRI techniques that have identified areas of the brain most affected by aging and disease. Leslie talks...

In this episode, Leslie speaks with bestselling author, Christine Coulson. Christine worked at the Metropolitan Museum of Art for 25 years and left as Senior Writer in 2019. That same year, her debut novel about the museum, Metropolitan Stories , became a national bestseller. In October of 2023, Coulson released her second book, One Woman Show , a groundbreaking novel written almost entirely in mu...

I am so thrilled to be sharing this interview with renowned plastic surgeon, Dr. Doug Steinbrech. Dr. Steinbrech is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgeons and specializes in male aesthetics. He is ranked among the top ten plastic surgeons in NY, with offices on Park Avenue, in Beverly Hills & Magnificent Mile in Chicago. Forbes Magazine calls him the “go to surgeon for men” and Me...

In today’s episode, Leslie speaks with author Lea Carpenter about her latest novel, Ilium . In its recent review, The New York Times refers to this spy thriller as an “unexpectedly moving novel.” Before becoming the author of national bestsellers, Eleven Days and Red White and Blue, Lea had a fascinating career working in publishing for magazines like John F. Kennedy’s George , Francis Ford Coppol...

Listen to Episode 13 and step into the magical world of Deeda Blair – legendary hostess, fashion maven and a force for good with her extraordinary philanthropic work in science and medicine. You may know Deeda a style icon, but may not know about the incredible impact of her life’s work as a healthcare advocate. Join Leslie as she delves into an engaging conversation with Deeda Blair about her ext...

In this episode, Leslie speaks with Dr. Andy McCullough a highly respected cardiologist and internist in New York City who has been recognized as a Top Doctor by New York Magazine consecutively for many years. After training at Mount Sinai where he rose to the rank of Chief Fellow and serving as both an attending physician at New York Presbyterian and an assistant professor of clinical medicine at...

In Episode 11, Leslie catches up with interior design extraordinaire, Ashley Whittaker. Listed on Elle Décor’s A-List of top designers, Ashley’s work has been published in The New York Times, Architectural Digest, Veranda, Southern Living, Coastal Living, Domino, and most notably, on the cover of House Beautiful on six separate occasions. Described as a “neo-traditionalist”, Ashley’s projects reve...

In Episode 10, Leslie speaks with Emmy-winning producer and writer Pamela Ryckman about her latest biography, Candace Pert: Genius, Greed, and Madness in the World of Science – the true story of scientist, activist and trailblazer Candace Pert. Pert’s groundbreaking research and book Molecules of Emotion introduced the world to the mind-body connection, the opioid receptor and an HIV treatment kno...

In Episode 9, host Leslie Heaney sits down with the fabulous Veronica Swanson Beard -- co-founder and visionary behind the fashion powerhouse, Veronica Beard. From the modest beginnings of the dickey jacket to the global sensation it is today, this episode explores the ascension of the brand and one of the amazing women behind its creation. Veronica Beard has not only conquered the US with dozens...

In episode 8, host Leslie Heaney dives into the extraordinary life of New York legend, Jamie Niven! Former Chairman of Sotheby's The Americas and philanthropic powerhouse, Jamie has raised over $800 million for over 750 causes through his unparalleled auctioneering skills. But that's not all – before Sotheby's, Jamie conquered the realms of investment banking and private equity, all while dedicati...

Close to 50 percent of all marriages in the United States end in divorce. Whether you’re going through a divorce or know someone who is, understanding how it works is one way to make better decisions or provide better guidance. In Episode 7, Leslie talks with renowned divorce attorney Donald Lockhart Schuck. Don is a Partner and head of the Family Law Group at the firm Pryor Cashman in New York Ci...

Have you ever put down an amazing book- one you absolutely cherished and wondered how it got written and published? Today you’re going to find out because in Episode 6 we’re talking with celebrated literary agent, Elisabeth Weed. Elisabeth is going to give us a glimpse into the fascinating world of book publishing, including discussing her own journey from working for a publishing house, to teamin...

College admissions is on many people’s minds this week as high school seniors receive early admissions decisions…. Tune in to episode 5 to get an insider’s look at one of the hottest topics today - the college admissions process- when Leslie talks with college admissions consultant extraordinaire, Nuria Rubert. Regarded as an expert in her field for over twenty years, Nuria has guided hundreds of...

This week’s episode is a conversation with megahit reality tv show producer, Matt Sharp of Sharp Entertainment. His stable of blockbuster shows include 90 Day Fiancee, Man vs. Food, Doomsday Preppers – and the list goes on! Learn about Matt’s incredible career and get an inside look behind how these hits shows are made….it doesn’t hurt that Matt is hilarious and brilliant too! If you enjoy the sho...

As the old adage goes, a parent is only as happy as their unhappiest child. In this episode, host Leslie Heaney sits down with Dr. Rachel Shelley, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist specializing in the treatment of childhood anxiety. With the COVID-19 pandemic, emerging societal pressures, and the shift towards an individualistic culture, it's no wonder childhood anxiety rates have nearly doubled in...

This week, Leslie sits down with the legendary photographer, Douglas Friedman, and discusses everything from his days in college, his early years as a photographer, his passion for architecture, and how Martha Stewart made him the perfect baked potato. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe, rate, and review. Follow us on Instagram @theinterviewwithleslie. A new episode is released every Wednesda...

In this episode, Leslie speaks with Eleanor Acquavella. Eleanor helps run the world-renowned Acquavella gallery alongside her brothers and her father, art world legend, Bill Acquavella. Regarded as one of the most distinguished and esteemed art galleries in the world, the over one-hundred-year-old Acquavella Galleries is located in Manhattan and specializes in 19th, 20th, and 21st-century works. D...

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