the dreamcatchers podcast

Once upon a time there was the "freshman 15"... but now, is it the Covid 19? Between homeschooling, working from home (or living at work?), we are barely taking care of ourselves. And we know it. The Dreamcatchers curated a panel of incredible experts to unpack Nutrition, Wellness, & Diet in our time of quarantine. Robin Kaiden MS, RD, CDN, CSSD; Justine Roth MS, RD, CDN, CEDRD; Laura Burak MS, RD...

The Dreamcatchers chat with Katherine McDonald of Kate McDonald Bridal, Lula Kate, and her *new* James & Hudson side hustle. Working supermom of 2 saw a need, craved a way to help, and created a solution using her infrastructure, her team, and her creativity. Marissa & Jamie found Katherine because she was the brains behind their own kids' school custom masks & gaiters. School Pride goes a long wa...

The Dreamcatchers are thrilled to have a FULLY CHARGED conversation with Meaghan B. Murphy, the Content Chief at Woman's Day Magazine. Meaghan radiates positivity, is a true Jill of all trades & sidehustles, and is a megaphone for all things that make her say YAY. In addition to being a mom of 3 & running a magazine (NBD!), she moonlights as the creator of @bestfieldnj (a handle that celebrates he...

Ah, 2020 problems!!! The Dreamcatchers host a panel starring Marsha Gryvatz who is now working from home indefinitely for Bristol Myers Squibb. She represents all of us who suddenly and now not so suddenly found herself struggling to create professional space for herself in her home (away from the home school, the dishes, the dog, the bedroom, etc). Can you relate? Us, too. Thankfully, Leigh Genki...

The Dreamcatchers are back *finally* to moderate live a panel of experts in Escaping Reality...even now! Chatting on the gorgeous back deck of Bell Works in Holdmel, NJ (recorded 9.15.20), listen in to how the #metroburb team is attempting to take some check out time, wink. Michael & Michelle DiChiaro of Escapology (experts in escaping); Jessica Laddaga of Holmdel Library (escape with a book!); an...

Jessie De Chellis kicks off The Dreamcatchers new podcast segment, Whats the MATTER. Our hearts go out to those impacted by the pandemic in the hospitality industry- listen ins as Jessie, who works for both One Willow in Highlands, NJ and Drumthwacket (the NJ Governors Mansion)talks shop, progress, and pandemic. The kicker? Jessie also has her masters in Public Health. Marissa & Jamie hang on her...

Recorded LIVE on Monmouth Street in Red Bank, NJ (8.27.20), The Dreamcatchers moderated a JAM packed panel of phenomenal business owners who have had to switch a gear or two to survive and thrive during a pandemic. Tune in as Erica Lieberman of Mr. Pizza Slice/Ce La Vi & Toss'd, John Arcara of Red Tank Brewing & John Arcara Photography, Jessie De Chellis of One Willow/Drumthwacket (NJ Governors Ma...

Has there ever been a topic more hot than VIRTUAL EDUCATION? The Dreamcatchers chat with Amy Scholz, who has been at the forefront of education & technology, throughout her career. Listen in as the CMO and mother of 2 chased a dream of teaching the first grade in the mid west and ended up educating educators - everywhere. Growing up in the world of online education in firms like Wiley, Scholastic,...

The Dreamcatchers catch up with old friend, fellow working mother , & neighbor from their Hoboken days, Joelle Friedland. Joelle built an incredible career in media & creative services after deciding law school was not for her, wink- we know how the Dreamcatchers love a career pivot story! Recently recognized by She Runs It as a 2020 Working Mother of the Year, Joelle weighs in on life at her drea...

The Dreamcatchers moderate a virtual panel about our current career climate for this month's installment of their beloved Bell Works speaker series (recorded 7.7.20) Take a professional beat with: Tim Mack HR Manager at Vydia, Kelly Gliatta VP of Talent at WorkWave, Vaughan Machado Senior Branch Manager at Adecco, and both career and leadership development gurus Anne LaPorta & Jennifer Winn of Bro...

Moms- they do it ALL already... add a pandemic to the mix and they are truly superheroes. Join The Dreamcatchers as they unpack the peaks and valleys of being a working mom, especially in today's climate. Legal (Geri Pagano), Market Research (Jodi Jackman), Media (Courtney Palm), & healthcare (Alicia Tennnbaum)- even though these four dynamos come from different professional backgrounds and paths,...

If you are in need of a spoon full of inspiration, push play NOW. The Dreamcatchers virtually sit down with total C-Suite rockstar at a NYC tech-first architecture/design firm, Mancini Duffy (clients include Peloton, Boqueria, American Airlines, The Assemblage & Malibu Farm at Pier 17). Bolanle Williams-Olley (aka Bola), is their CFO and part-owner, a mom of two, avid fitness guru and she also has...

The Dreamcatchers "zoom" in with their partners at Bellworks to showcase and shed light how some of the amazing store fronts on the block are faring - Especially Now. Listen in and engage with the owners of The Gathering Shops, Renaissance Pilates, and The Bar Method. Thanks as always to our special guest stars from NPZ Studio...making magic even in Quarantine.

The Dreamcatchers virtually welcome Owner and Creative Director of family favorite store, Frostings by Venee, Vanessa Broochian. Vanessa and her husband/partner, Ilan, have been making their customers sparkle for the last decade via their storefront and ecommerce site, venees.com, and of course now through a powerful and loyal social media presence. Tune in to hear how Vanessa's family business ha...

The Dreamcatchers "zoom" in on special guest and friend, Julio Vincent Gambuto. Julio has spent his career as a creative - producing movies, writing content and teaching. He chooses to #leadwithlight. While in quarantine, he penned an article for Medium that went viral. Listen in to how he has pivoted his voice, raised awareness, and has reinvented himself and how he inspires others. Since our con...

The Dreamcatchers virtually welcome Founder & Publisher of Umami Girl, Carolyn Cope. Carolyn has been putting food & lifestyle inspo and content into the world since 2008. She has created a brand, an audience, and an influence throughout her career by speaking authentically and beautifully about her own experiences, tastes, and life. Listen to how Carolyn finally found her true calling after takin...

The Dreamcatchers moderate an "after hours" LIVE panel of executives from the Spirits and CBD industry for the monthly speaker series "HOW IT WORKS"... Get the Scoop from experts on this LIVE PODCAST (recorded 2.26.20) at the magical #metroburb, Bell Works of Holdmel, NJ. Listen, Learn, and get inspired by Robyn Greene, Chief Strategy Officer, Haoma (CBD Health and Wellness brand); Kate Gorenstein...

Join The Dreamcatchers as they host their first virtual conversation with Founder & Influencer of To Be Bright, Tilden Brighton. Tilden has made her own magic throughout her career and has developed a cultivated and loyal following/audience for her lifestyle blog. Her timeline and career story is inspirational for all ages and side hustlers! The Dreamcatchers intuitively knew that listeners would...

Wow. The Dreamcatchers reunite with an old friend, get real about mental wellness and self worth, and dig deep with dreamers and doers, Founder & CEO Kristine Deer and her Marketing Manager, Nicole Stellke. Listen, Laugh, Learn, Lean In... and guess what, cry, as Marissa & Jamie unpack how Kristine created a solution for her yoga practice and in turn created little pieces of happiness for all of u...

The Dreamcatchers moderate a LIVE panel of Financial Planners, Advisors, Gurus, and Guides for the monthly speaker series "HOW IT WORKS"... Get the Scoop from experts on this LIVE PODCAST (recorded 1.30.20) at the magical #metroburb, Bell Works of Holmdel, NJ. Listen, Learn, and get inspired by Keith Owitz of Edward Jones, Pam Perskie or AdvicePeriod, Elena Ladygina of Withum Wealth Management, Jo...

Raise your glass with The Dreamcatchers as they sit down with CEO of Faustini Wines, Michelle Faustini. Michelle has been hustling since she was a kid- listen to her fascinating story as she talks all about balancing her side hustle with a huge day job, perseverance, business dinners turned aha moment, working with family, learning something new to chase something big, raising a tween,and most imp...

The Dreamcatchers moderate a LIVE panel of HR & Staffing experts and Luminaries for an inaugural conversation about hiring, talent, small business growth, and all things dreaming big. Get the Scoop from experts on this LIVE PODCAST (recorded 11.25.19) at the incredible Luminary in NYC. Listen, Learn, and get inspired by Jill Katz, Julie Harnik, Hana Ayoub, Britta Larsen, Sarah O'Brien Hammond, & S...

The Dreamcatchers moderate a LIVE panel of Social Media and Branding Gurus for the monthly speaker series "HOW IT WORKS"... Get the Scoop from experts on this LIVE PODCAST (recorded 11.21.19)at the magical #metroburb, Bell Works of Holmdel, NJ. Listen, Learn, and get inspired by Stefany Gittleman, Bridget Riepl, Rob Tuzzo, Janette Conwell, Ali Taylor, & Paola Zamudio

Live from Luminary, The Dreamcatchers catch up with client, friend, and dynamo, Meredith Paley. VP of PR at Talbots in NYC for the last 12 years, she loves her job. She is all things passion, balances an incredible career with family, wonderful friendships, and prides herself on creating her own path. Listen in as she talks shop, proves that she was a human LinkedIN and frankly Google before they...

The Dreamcatchers sit down with senior members of IFF, International Flavors & Fragrances, for the inaugural monthly speaker series "HOW IT WORKS"... Get the Scoop on this LIVE PODCAST (recorded now thankfully) at the magical #metroburb, Bell Works of Holmdel, NJ. Listen, Learn, and get inspired by Julia Merrill, Ana Paula Teles de Mendonca, Stephanie Santopadre, Joe Kennedy, and Meabh McCurtin (a...