What connects Michael Jackson, Prince, John Travolta, Eminem, the Temptations, and the legendary sitcom Seinfeld to the Township of Nutley? The answer is Nutley native Elan Carter-Price!

Join host Thomas Greco for Episode #43 of the Inside Nutley Podcast as he explores Elan's remarkable journey—from Washington School to a global career as a model, actress, writer, and producer in Hollywood, London, and beyond.

The newest episode of the Inside Nutley Podcast is here! Host Tom Greco sits down with fellow Nutley native, Steven Fastook (NHS '79), Senior Vice President of Sports Technical Operations at the new media company Versant Media.

A 2007 Nutley Hall of Fame inductee, Fastook discusses his Emmy award-winning career as a Media Production Executive in network entertainment, sports, and news. Get an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at his time as Senior Vice President of Technical and Commercial Operations at CNBC, as well as overseeing the production of some of television’s most iconic programming and major live events, including:

The 1988 Seoul Olympics

Saturday Night Live

The Super Bowl

Late Night with Conan O’Brien

The Today Show

The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Plus, hear about his enduring love for Nutley, the town where he was born, raised, got his start in the television industry, and continues to call home.

Inside Nutley Podcast #41 welcomes Chris Wragge (who spent his childhood summers in Nutley) the Emmy Award winning news journalist, sports reporter, entertainment reporter, and co-anchor for CBS News New York This Morning and CBS News New York At Noon.

Joining host Tom Greco, Chris recalls his youth growing up in Nutley as well as the incredible career he refers to as “A Front Row to History,” which includes stories spanning his time as an anchor for Entertainment Tonight, his sportscasting career, and his news desk tenure, featuring anecdotes about working alongside prominent figures such as Shaquille O’Neal, Matt Damon, Derek Jeter, Sandra Bullock, Kurt Russell, Eli Manning, and Celine Dion. Chris also discusses his memories of covering tragic events such as Newtown and the Joplin, Missouri tornado.

Inside Nutley Podcast #40 with singer-songwriter Rosanna “Roe” O’Brien, aka Roe Knows Best, Now Available!

Lifelong resident and Nutley High School class of 2009 graduate Roe O'Brien (aka Roe Knows Best) has been called, “the quintessential songwriters’ songwriter, known for her sharp, clever, break-your-heart lyrics and a voice equally strong at delivering matter-of-fact truth.”

Joining host Thomas Greco, Roe traces her musical journey from Yantacaw Elementary School to the iconic Stone Pony stage and beyond, sharing reflections on what makes Nutley her home and inspiration; and Roe Knows Best's just recently released fantastic debut full-length album, Now Arriving…at Secaucus Junction.

Inside Nutley Podcast #39 features Nutley Baseball Legend Carmen Lemma. Carmen Lemma is arguably the greatest athlete to ever come out of Nutley High School. In fact many of his records have stood for over 60 years. Coach Lemma, 87, joins host Thomas Greco to reflect on growing up in Nutley; his incredible high school and college accomplishments (including 26 1/3 consecutive hitless innings and leading the nation in strikeouts!); his time in the New York Mets organization; his return to his hometown to coach and teach, and much much more.

Inside Nutley Podcast #38 features Nutley’s Director of Public Safety, Commissioner Alphonse Petracco. Commissioner Petracco is serving his fourth term on the Nutley Township Board of Commissioners and previously served as Mayor from 2012 to 2016.

In this episode, host Thomas Greco chats with Commissioner Petracco about current public safety issues affecting the township and the state. Topics include auto and house break-ins, bail reform, door-to-door solicitors, “Grandma” scams, the frequent disruptions from noisy quads, motorcycles, and illegal vehicles on the east side of town, and, most importantly, why Nutley remains a standout community—the “best place in the world.”

The August 2025 episode of the Inside Nutley Podcast features 1998 Nutley High School graduate Adam La Reau. Adam is a former U.S. Navy Seal, the co-founder and president of the groundbreaking company O2X, founder of the childrens’ cancer support organization One Summit, and a 2017 Nutley Hall of Fame inductee.

In this episode, Adam sits down with host Thomas Greco to share his remarkable journey, from his early days in Nutley to his distinguished military career, the establishment of O2X, and his unwavering commitment to supporting children battling cancer through One Summit.

The July 2025 episode of the Inside Nutley Podcast features beloved Nutley coach and educator, Joe Affinito. A fixture in the Nutley school system for over 40 years, Coach Affinito has dedicated his career to the Nutley community as a physical education teacher, Media Coordinator, head and assistant baseball coach, assistant football coach, Athletic Director, and Vice Principal.

In this episode, host Thomas Greco sits down with Coach Affinito to discuss his remarkable career, beginning with his childhood in Paterson, through his arrival in Nutley in 1966 to his retirement in 2010 (and everything in between!). He reflects on the profound impact he has made on the players and students he coached and taught. Coach Affinito also shares fond memories of his teams, players, coaches, educators and favorite games, as well as the challenges he faced while advancing through the ranks over four decades in the same school district.

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The June 2025 episode of the Inside Nutley Podcast showcases Jason Lipshutz, the Executive Director of Music at Billboard Magazine. With over a decade of experience in music journalism, Jason has written cover stories on renowned artists such as Taylor Swift, U2, Blink-182, and Mumford & Sons. He has made appearances on Access Hollywood, Good Morning America, and Entertainment Tonight, and is the author of “It Starts With One: The Legend and Legacy of Linkin Park.” A proud resident of Nutley for nearly 10 years, his Billboard biography proudly declares “Nutley Forever.”

In this month's episode, host Thomas Greco and Jason discuss his remarkable career journey, which spans from Voorhees, New Jersey, to TCNJ and ultimately to "The most trusted voice in music," Billboard Magazine. Jason shares insights from his experiences with some of the world's biggest music stars, including Taylor Swift, and reflects on how he and his wife fell in love with Nutley, committing to the sentiment of being “Nutley Forever.”

The May 2025 episode of the Inside Nutley Podcast features the award-winning sportscaster Dave Popkin. A longtime resident of Nutley, Dave is often regarded as one of the hardest-working individuals in sports media. His impressive résumé includes being the Voice of Seton Hall basketball and the Buffalo Bisons minor league baseball team, the host of Fox Sports' Crashing the Boards, and the recipient of the 2024 New Jersey Sportscaster of the Year award. Additionally, in his "spare time" he serves as the President of the Nutley Family Service Bureau.

In this episode, host Thomas Greco engages Dave in a conversation about his illustrious broadcasting career, which includes stints with ESPN, Fox Sports, the YES Network, Seton Hall sports, and many more. Dave also shares nostalgic memories of his upbringing on the Jersey Shore, his time at the University of Miami during their college football championship era, and his impactful work with the Nutley Family Service Bureau.