Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Entrepreneur, Chairman, Founder, Best-Selling Author, Podcast Host & Real Estate Guru Chris Prefontaine.

A Forbes Business Council Member and 3-time Inc. 5000 honoree, Chris brings over 30 years of entrepreneurial grit. From the aftermath of 9/11 to the 2008 crash, from COVID-19 to a near-death experience involving his son — Chris has faced and overcome the kinds of trials that crush most business owners.

Instead of giving up, he rebuilt and scaled his family-run real estate education company into one of the fastest-growing in the U.S. Today, he's helped hundreds of students build wealth and independence through smart real estate strategies.

His journey is raw, real, and inspiring — and incredibly relevant for any entrepreneur navigating today’s uncertain landscape.

Learn more about Chris:
🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisprefontaine/

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Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this inspiring episode, we talk with Leadership Coach & Author Erika Andersen — who’s redefining what it means to age well.

Erika’s book, The New Old, shows how your later decades can be your most vibrant, fulfilling years. Living between Spain and America, she even learned Spanish in her 70s, proving it’s never too late to grow and change.

Her empowering message? Take charge of your mindset, embrace change, and make your “third act” your best act yet. Whether you’re 60, 70, or beyond, this episode will inspire you to keep discovering and thriving.

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🌐 https://erikaandersen.com/

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Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this powerful episode, we speak with Jeff Fisher — Leader, Business Owner, and Founder of the Ride the Wave Foundation, a mission-driven nonprofit working to build an all-inclusive, modern campus for individuals experiencing homelessness.

Jeff also runs NCK Equipment, serving the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. He brings his business acumen and deep compassion together to drive real change.

We discuss the life-changing moment that sparked his foundation’s mission — involving a van outside a convenience store — and how that single encounter led to a growing movement of dignity and hope.

More on Jeff & Ride the Wave Foundation:
🌐 https://ridethewave.org/

🎧 Listen in and be inspired.

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Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with acclaimed Relationship & Confidence Coach, Speaker, and Creator of The Reclamation Method™ — Tori Jenae. She’s a leading voice in transformational coaching, helping high-achieving women heal emotional wounds, reclaim their self-worth, and fully embody their next-level identity.

With over 15 years of expertise in clinical psychology, energy healing, and soul-led leadership, Tori bridges science and spirit to empower women navigating life’s biggest transitions — from divorce and burnout to heartbreak and identity reinvention. Her signature approach blends deep emotional work with practical tools for growth, speaking directly to purpose-driven women ready to lead, love, and live without self-abandonment.

Learn how Tori’s groundbreaking method is changing lives across the globe — one empowered woman at a time.

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Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we speak with dynamic Keynote Speaker, Identity Strategist, and CEO/Co-Founder of Build a Biz Kids, Leah Coss. As the visionary leader behind this national charity, Leah is empowering thousands of youth with strong self-worth and future-ready skills that prepare them to thrive in a fast-changing world.

Through her work, Leah helps individuals become the version of themselves they most admire — on purpose — by reshaping how they view their identity. Her insights into leadership, mindset, and human potential guide others to live, lead, and perform at their highest capacity. It’s an inspiring and purpose-filled journey you don’t want to miss.

More on Leah Coss: https://leahcoss.com

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Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Clarity Architect, Leadership Coach, and Author David Prosper. As the author of Finding Clarity: Your Guide to Peace, Purpose, and Prosperity, David helps leaders, entrepreneurs, and creators escape confusion, overcome stagnation, and design intentional, purpose-driven lives.

Through his proven Clarity Catalyst Solutions framework, David has guided countless high achievers to unlock greater peace, purpose, and performance. With a focus on clarity in leadership and life, he empowers others to rise above distraction and live with direction.

This inspiring conversation explores the transformative power of intentional living, personal development, and how clarity fuels high-impact leadership.

🔗 Learn more about David and his work: www.davidbprosper.com 

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Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Modern-Day Polymath, Storyteller, Strategist, and Soulful Creator Padmini Pandya. With a life that spans continents, cultures, and careers, Padmini is a woman unbound by a single narrative.

A fourth-generation East African Indian born in London, Padmini’s journey weaves through America, Asia, and beyond—challenging traditional ideas of identity and belonging. Through her popular YouTube channel, Pieces of Miss Mini, she shares deeply personal stories full of laughter, lessons, heartache, and beauty—one memory at a time.

Her richly layered educational, cultural, and creative path reflects a deep sense of curiosity and soulfulness that infuses everything she creates. Whether she’s unpacking global identity or reflecting on the human condition, Padmini brings a fresh, honest voice to the table.

🎧 Tune in to explore her multifaceted journey and how storytelling connects the dots.

🔗 More on Padmini: LinkedIn - Padmini Pandya 

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Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Cybersecurity Leader, Author, Storyteller, and Advocate Jeff Knight. Based in Iowa, Jeff brings decades of experience in cybersecurity, military leadership, and nonprofit advocacy to this compelling conversation.

A Navy veteran and cybersecurity executive at a major health company, Jeff is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in cybersecurity leadership education. But his passion extends far beyond the digital world—he’s also the author of Maya the Malamute: A Spark of Courage, a children's book inspired by his therapy dog, and Frozen Frontlines, a gripping historical fiction novel that blends WWII storytelling with the spirit and strength of the Alaskan Malamute.

Jeff is the founder of Maya’s Spark of Courage Foundation, dedicated to inspiring hope and courage in children through uplifting literature. Whether he's leading in tech, writing stories of resilience, or supporting young readers, Jeff is guided by truth, faith, and a deep reverence for history and honor.

🔗 Learn more about Jeff’s books and foundation: www.mayathemalamute.com

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Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Author and Coach for Women Creatives, Bernice McDonald, about her transformative journey from living in fear to stepping into courage.

After years in toxic relationships and a strict upbringing, Bernice believed fear was the enemy. But at age 54, everything changed. She walked on fire at a Tony Robbins event, went whitewater rafting, and faced the vivid inner voices that held her back. In a pivotal moment, she realized the goal isn’t to eliminate fear—but to understand it. She named her fear voice “Fred,” and befriending it became the key to unlocking courage.

Her book, Brave Enough To Be Myself—the first in the "Little Books of Courage" series—offers a four-week roadmap to help women move from "not enough" to "brave enough." Bernice now empowers women creatives to embrace authenticity, overcome self-doubt, and redefine fear as a guide, not an enemy.

🔗 Learn more about Bernice’s work: www.bernicemcdonald.com

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Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with Author, Life Story Professional, and Long-Distance Hiker Diane Gansauer. From her base in Colorado, Diane shares the extraordinary story of how, at the age of sixty-one, she set out to hike the entire Continental Divide Trail—a 3,100-mile journey from Mexico to Canada.

Over seven years, Diane traversed rugged mountains, deep forests, and winding rivers—all while continuing her calling: officiating celebrations of life and honoring over 400 life stories through memorials and ceremonies. Her book, The Waypoints, beautifully weaves the wisdom gained on the trail with the emotional depth of the lives she commemorated, likening these moments to stacked stones marking a path.

This conversation explores themes of grief, resilience, aging boldly, and the spiritual connection between nature and memory. It's an inspiring reminder that transformation is always possible—at any age.

🔗 Learn more about Diane’s work and her book: www.lyricallifeceremonies.com 

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