The Debbie Nigro Show

Right on time for wedding season—when blended families everywhere are blending for weddings, graduations, vacations, and all of life's big special occasions—comes a story that just might inspire everybody to behave a little better at the family table. LOL. Meet Andrea and Heidi: two New Jersey women, moms, grandmothers, successful professionals and small business owners who share something most wo...

  Nothing like a fast-moving, inspiring, laugh-filled conversation about living longer, living louder… and refusing to sit quietly on the sidelines of life. That's exactly what happened on this week's Wellness Wednesday edition of Keeping the "Live" in Alive! when I welcomed powerhouse guest Michael Clinton to The Debbie Nigro Show. Michael — former president of Hearst Magazines and now founder of...

My best gal pal tried to get me to try mushroom coffee over a year ago. I still haven't tried it. Recently more friends started mentioning they were drinking it. I thought OK well maybe I should look into it.  I'm not the biggest mushroom fan, though I do like them sauteed in olive oil well done and I'm always interested in a good marsala dish! But you'll never get me to eat a really wild mushroom...

Sleep issues are a BIG deal—just ask someone who's been up all night involuntarily. More than half of all Americans have difficulty falling or staying asleep. Good sleep is critical for "Keeping the 'Live' in 'Alive'!   I had a 'Random Run In' with Dr. Marie-Pierre St-Onge, PhD, a nutrition scientist and a pioneer in the field of sleep health. I was on an Amtrak to Boston, and I happened to choose...

Keeping the "Live" in Alive! – This Week's Wellness Wednesday Recap of the upbeat show and podcast. By Debbie Nigro There's a massive global shift happening —and it's all about longevity. Not just living longer…   Living BETTER, longer. We're talking: Adding life to your years Not accepting "my best days are behind me" A whole new chapter mindset   Your BEST chapter might be coming… but only if yo...

Okay… BIG moment. I'm finally shared something I've been working on behind the scenes for almost a year—and let me tell you… it's one of those  "how did this even happen?!" stories that I LOVE. It all started with a random LinkedIn connection. You know how sometimes you just click with someone instantly? That's exactly what happened when  Stephen Caldwell connected with me—serial entrepreneur, big...

Some days on the show just  feel good from the first minute … and this was one of them. I kicked off rocking my "Attitude is Everything" mug , reminding myself—and all of you—that good energy is a choice! And on Wellness Wednesday , I'm all about finding ways for us all to feel more alive, more connected, and honestly… more joyful. And guess what? Science says I'm onto something.   The Science of...

Some people do their best thinking on a walk. Me? I do my best thinking in the shower.   So I was thinking in the shower about how "The Most Interesting Man in the World" is back — yes, that guy, Jonathan Goldsmith, returning as the Dos Equis spokesperson after a ten-year hiatus, now with a funny "amnesia" twist and a whole lot of nostalgia. And while I do appreciate a sexy, wise older gentleman w...

When Travel, Humor & Human Connection Collide: A Joyful Conversation with Melissa Rodway Some of the best stories on The Debbie Nigro Show start with a "premonition." You know… that little voice that says to someone, "I should reach out to Debbie." And when that voice belongs to someone with great energy, curiosity, and a whole lotta heart? I listen. That's exactly how I connected with Melissa Rod...

Some conversations stop you in your tracks—in the very best way. This  Wellness Wednesday on The Debbie Nigro Show , I met a man whose story is the definition of still in the game . Meet B.J. Odom —radio veteran, comedian, podcaster, author, and a living, breathing miracle. B.J. has survived two transplants (a heart and a kidney) , multiple surgeries, radiation treatments, and a lifetime of medica...

Some of the best radio & podcast conversations start exactly where you don't expect them to…like poolside in Florida—in bathing suits, no makeup, and not a business card in sight. That's how I met Kari Berit—in what I call a "Random Run-In." Kari and her hubby were on two lounge chairs in the sun at a hotel pool in Florida. The only other slice of sun not being blocked by our mutual hotel building...

Year-End Giving Reminder:  The last few weeks of the year are when most charitable giving happens — people feel more generous, tax benefits kick in for those who itemize, and many folks use year-end bonuses or appreciated stock to support causes they believe in. It's the perfect moment to make a meaningful impact, especially with an organization that stretches every donor dollar farther than you e...

Once a week I do my best to share information that I come across that might benefit others like me trying harder at "Keeping the Live in Alive!"  I've posted the entire live Wellness Wednesday radio show here but in case youre in a hurry, I've summed up this week's show highlights.  #CrepeConfession : My only use of the word 'crepe' used to be in combination with the word 'paper' as in  'crepe pap...

Once a week I do my best to share information that I come across that  might benefit others like me trying harder at "Keeping the Live in Alive!"  I've posted the entire live Wellness Wednesday radio show here but in case youre in a hurry, I've summed up this weeks show highlights.  #CrepeConfession: My only use of the word 'crepe' used to be in combination with the word 'paper' as in  'crepe pape...

Every once in a while, the universe taps you on the shoulder and says, "Here ya go … this one's one of yours." That's exactly what happened when I discovered  Pete Bombaci , Founder & CEO of  GenWell , Canada's Human Connection Movement — and the man behind  Talk To A Stranger Week , happening November 24–30 in Canada. As many of you know, I'm the author of  How To Talk To Strangers: Advice From a...

Every once in a while, the universe taps you on the shoulder and says,  "Here ya go … this one's one of yours." That's exactly what happened when I discovered Pete Bombaci , Founder & CEO of GenWell , Canada's Human Connection Movement — and the man behind Talk To A Stranger Week , happening November 24–30 in Canada. As many of you know, I'm the author of How To Talk To Strangers: Advice From a Pr...

Are you overwhelmed, overextended, and still thinking "Eh, I'll just do it myself—it's faster" ? Yes? Well the right answer should be NO.  That's entrepreneur delusion talking. I know I am one and I'm not the best dekgator and yes I too try and do far too many things myself. On The Debbie Nigro Show , I linked up with the fabulous Jenna Eichholtz , partner at VA Growth Solutions , who popped in fr...

I always try and bring the sunshine and some good energy and often I like to bring some good bagels. Today if you use your 'smellavision' link ( only kidding there is none - yet lol ) it smells like fresh bagels! I want you to meet Beth George , former attorney turned bagel whisperer and owner of Bagel-ish in Beacon, NY, and wow… this woman is rising dough and raising entrepreneurs. Beth's origin...

  On this week's  Keeping the "Live" in Alive segment of The Debbie Nigro Show , I was joined by my longtime gal pal (though we've never actually met in person!) Linda Arroz , who's on an inspiring new mission in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Linda is helping raise funds for a short social impact film called Awakening Georgie — a powerful narrative about the hidden struggles of traumatic brain injury (TBI) sur...

On  The Debbie Nigro Show , I like to dig into stories that make you go, "Wait, what?!" This week's head-turner:  "Ozempic Teeth." Yep, that's the headline making waves, and I knew I had to call in my go-to expert, Dr. John Castanaro of Castanaro Dental in Yonkers, NY , to help get to 'the tooth of the matter'. What Are "Ozempic Teeth"? GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy have taken the worl...

On  The Debbie Nigro Show , I had the pleasure of spotlighting Simon Cascante , founder of Montaukila Tequila .  Boy oh boy his story sure is a shining example of one of my favorite sayings  - "Risk It! or Regret It!" Simon skipped college, started bussing tables at the Lobster Roll in East Hampton, and took the long road to launching his own spirit's brand. No investors. No celebrity endorsements...

  Happy summer, friends!    You know I love the beach, but nothing freaks me out more than riptides. With Hurricane Erin stirring up the East Coast, I called in my go-to water safety guy — Wyatt Werneth , spokesperson for the American Lifeguard Association. I call him the James Bond of lifeguards … because, well, he is. Wyatt literally jumped off the beach in Cocoa Beach, Florida to join me on the...

Good energy is like a secret superpower.   You can't see it—but you feel it. It uplifts, comforts, and lingers long after the moment has passed. I've been told I carry that kind of energy—and if you do too, you know it's not something you turn on, it's just who you are. But here's the best part: when two people with good energy meet along life's path, something special happens. It's like the unive...

Luxury, Innovation, and Popcorn? Yes, Please. On this Trending Tuesday episode of The Debbie Nigro Show , I'm spilling the popcorn on a jaw-dropping new addition to one of my longtime favorite iconic hotels, the Hyatt Regency in Greenwich, Connecticut . Shawn Nayyar , the hotel's new General Manager, joined me in studio to talk about the Townsend Cinema , a first-of-its-kind 40-seat luxury movie t...

Ever dreamed of jamming with rock legends like Ringo Starr, Gene Simmons, or Alice Cooper? David Fishof — legendary music producer, sports agent, and founder of Rock 'n' Roll Fantasy Camp has been making those dreams come true for 25 years and counting. On this episode of The Debbie Nigro Show , it was an absolute blast welcoming David to share his wild ride from managing NFL stars to organizing e...