Donna talks to Allison Massa, CEO of Bloom with Alam. llison Massa is the founder and owner of Bloom with Alma (often referred to as Bloom with Alma), a holistic wellness practice focused on helping women reclaim their health through functional nutrition and lifestyle changes.

Based in East Setauket, New York, Massa transitioned into wellness after managing her own chronic health issues, including migraines and digestive problems,.

Donna chats with Jenenne DeBois Author and Assistant Brand Marketing Director, Random House Children’s Books. Jeneanne DeBois (often referred to as Jena DeBois) is an author of children's literature and a marketing professional at Random House Children’s Books. In November 2025, she was promoted to Assistant Director, Marketing, Brand, and Licensed Publishing.

Donna talks with Jay Mota, Founder of Divorce Logic. Jay Mota is a nationally recognized divorce financial expert, forensic accountant, and the Founder of Divorce Logic. He specializes in helping individuals and attorneys navigate the financial intricacies of divorce, including business valuations, executive compensation, forensic asset analysis, and long-term financial modeling.

Donna chats with Darin and Brooke Aldridge a Musical Band. Darin and Brooke Aldridge are an award-winning, husband-and-wife musical duo hailing from Cherryville, North Carolina, known for their soaring harmonies and captivating blend of contemporary bluegrass, traditional country, and gospel music.

Donna chats with Jessica Hicks CEO of Happy Hearts Naturals. Jessica Hicks is the founder and CEO of Happy Hearts Naturals, an all-natural personal care and home products company based in Grant, Michigan. She launched the business in September 2014 following her mother's diagnosis with ovarian cancer, which motivated her family to seek out chemical-free lifestyle alternatives.

Donna talks to Cathy McCoy Collier, author of Braver Than I Knew. Cathy McCoy Collier is a retired educator, literacy specialist, and author primarily known for her work in spiritual self-reflection and early literacy. She often writes about navigating major life transitions, such as "gray divorce," through a lens of faith and resilience. .

Donna talks to James Thristino, Forward for ASC, NY and Jim Kilmesde, General Manager and Managing Partner of ASC NY. American Soccer Club New York (ASC NY) is a semi-professional soccer team competing in the National Premier Soccer League (NPSL). Nicknamed the "Fighting Tomcats," the Long Island-based club was founded to develop local talent and regularly hosts home matches at college facilities across the region, including Hofstra University's Captains Field.

Finally, Donna chats with Dr. Claire Gill the CEO of Health and Osteoporosis Foundation. Claire B. Gill is the Chief Executive Officer of the Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation (formerly known as the National Osteoporosis Foundation). She has been with the organization since 2013, serving in various leadership roles—including Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Mission Officer—before officially taking over as the CEO in May 2020.

Matt Nuccio talks to Crazy Aaron and visits his factory. Aaron Muderick (born March 31, 1976), known as "Crazy Aaron," is an American toy inventor and entrepreneur who founded Crazy Aaron's, a company best known for creating Thinking Putty. Based in Pennsylvania, he revolutionized the classic putty concept in the late 1990s by developing unique, high-quality, and sensory-driven compounds like color-shifting, magnetic, and glitter putties.

Donna talks to Camille K. Camille K (Camille Kociuba) is a Philadelphia-based pop singer-songwriter, musician, and actor known for her appearance on Season 17 of America's Got Talent (2022). A multi-instrumentalist who began performing at age 11, she blends soulful R&B influences with classic rock, and has opened for artists such as Flo Rida, Ja Rule, and Lit.

Donna talks to James Hausmann. James Hausmann is the President of the AT Tax Advisory division of Assessment Technologies, LTD and Judie Saantoianni. Judith (Martinis) Santoianni is a January 1982 graduate with a B.A. in Gerontology. She currently works for the Nassau County Department of Senior Citizen Affairs Long Term Care Division, and is also the Department's Aging with Developmental Disabilities Resource Specialist.

Donna chats with Juliana G. Kumar Co-Founder and COO of MyFitStrip. MyFitStrip is a personalized health platform offering non-invasive, 10-second saliva test strips and functional chewing gums designed to boost nitric oxide (NO) production, improve oral microbiome health, and manage metabolic wellness. It helps users monitor salivary nitric oxide, pH, and uric acid levels to drive dietary choices and increase cardiovascular, immune, and brain health.

Donna talks with Jen Calonita. Jen Calonita is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author known for writing over 40 popular middle-grade and teen books, including the Fairy Tale Reform School series and entries in Disney's A Twisted Tale series. A former entertainment journalist for Teen People, she creates engaging fiction for young readers, including her 2025 series Isle of Ever.

Donna chats with Maggie Szyluk and Andy Kucharski Cp-Founders and CEO of INFINITY CUP. The Infinity Cup is a patented 3-in-1, BPA-free hydration bottle designed for active lifestyles, allowing users to carry three separate drinks in one compact container. It features separate compartments, making it suitable for managing protein shakes, electrolytes, and water simultaneously without mixing them until needed.

Donna chats with Iliana Guibert. Iliana Guibert, a graduate of NYU's Tisch School of the Arts and trained at the Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute took a career detour spending her early years in the corporate sector gaining business skills she now applies to her work as an actress and expanding to writing, producing and directing.

Donna chats with Gina Esposito. Gina Esposito is a children's book author known for her 2026 debut, Mia & Margie: Silkworms, which highlights themes of nature, friendship, and curiosity. A BFA in Theatre graduate, she draws on a background in television and her family's 80-year-old business to create heartfelt stories. She lives in Long Island, NY.

Finally, Donna talks to Chad Hackenbracht, President of Tastee Apple Inc. Tastee Apple, Inc. is an Ohio-based producer of gourmet caramel, chocolate, and candy-coated apples, operating since 1974. Known for using crisp Granny Smith apples and small-batch kettle-cooked caramel, the family-owned company supplies retailers nationwide, including Walmart and Publix, and has sold over 250 million items.

Donna talks to Dr. Jen-Yu Haung Founder of Lypid Kitchen and Phoebe Hsiao, Marketing Director of Lypid Kitchen. Lypid Kitchen is a plant-based food brand and subsidiary of food-tech startup Lypid that offers authentic, premium comfort foods, specifically specializing in vegan dim sum like Bao buns. Utilizing Lypid's proprietary PhytoFat™ technology, they create sustainable,,, and savory alternatives to traditional animal-based pork belly and BBQ pork.

Donna talks to Levanes Bertos, Owner of Cranford Station House. Cranford Station House is a highly-rated family-owned restaurant in downtown Cranford, NJ, located at 7 North Ave E across from the train station. Known as a top breakfast and brunch spot, it offers a "modern classic" diner experience with an inventive menu and a cozy, family-friendly atmosphere.

Donna chats with Alexander Duran the owner and CEO of Soláz Mediterranean Cuisine, Travis Duran the Director of Operations of Soláz Mediterranean Cuisine and David Burke the Cuilnary Director of of Solaz Mediterranean Cuisine. Soláz Mediterranean Cuisine is a waterfront Mediterranean restaurant and entertainment venue in Jersey City, NJ, featuring cuisine led by Chef David Burke, signature cocktails, and Full Swing Golf Suites. Opened in Nov 2025 by restaurateur Alexander Duran, it offers a "social dining" experience, combining bold Mediterranean flavors with interactive, technology-driven, high-end golf simulators.

Donna talks with Nicholas Perrotti the Co-Owner of Perrotti’s Quality Meats, David Perrotti Jr. Co-Owner of Perrotti’s Quality Meats and James Capodice the Butcher of Perrotti’s Quality Meats. Perrotti’s Quality Meats is a family-owned and operated Italian butcher shop in Cranford, New Jersey, serving the community since 1967. They offer custom-cut meats, homemade sausages, and a wide selection of premade Italian meals. Known for their quality and tradition, they also operate a location in Far Hills.

Donna chats with Konstantionos Dragonas Chief Operations Officer, Antonio Dragonas the Owner and Founder of Tony Dragon’s Grille. Tony Dragon’s Grille is an iconic, long-standing food truck in New York City (often found at 62nd & Madison) serving authentic Greek and Mediterranean cuisine. Founded in 1986 by Antonio Dragonas, it is known for high-quality, fresh-to-order dishes including souvlaki, gyros, burgers, bowls, and salads, catering to the lunch crowd.

Donna talks to Roger Branco the Co-founder and Lead Groomer of the Puppy Tale Lodge. The Puppy Tale Lodge is a family-owned pet salon and care facility in New York City's Upper East Side, offering professional dog grooming, daycare, boarding, and retail services. Founded by an award-winning groomer, it focuses on safe, compassionate, and cage-free socialization, with services often used for daily care or overnight stays in the city.

Donna talks to Jocelyn Potthoff founder of CleanLeash. CleanLeash is a branded, multifunctional attachment for dog leashes that combines a waste bag holder with built-in hand sanitizer, designed to make dog walking more sanitary and organized. It is a "grab-and-go" accessory that clips onto standard leashes to prevent messy hands during cleanups. It is often referred to as a "poop bag holder" or "clean leash attachment.

Donna chats with Kat Dupre VP of Marketing and Co Founder of Lunchbox. LUNCHBOX® is Real Food for Dogs! These are human grade meals for dogs that are complete and balanced nutrition, forget about the mush in a bag, we are talking REAL FOOD! Food that looks and smells so delicious that even you'll want to eat it, and you actually CAN!

Donna attends The NYWIFT 2026 Muse Awards. Donna talks to Kuye Youngblood NYWIFT Board of Director, Hwather Brittain Vice Chairman of the Garden State Film Festival, Lauren Concar Sheehy Garden State Film Festival Executive Director, Rafael L. Espinal of Madein NY Commissioner, Nancy Giles Mistress of Ceremonies, Maysoon Zayid, Actor and Comedian, Maria Soccor, Actor and Producer, Rebecca Damon Sag/Aftra Executive Director, Jamie Brewer, Actor and Model, Joy Reid Journalist, Author and Producer and Izzy Harrison WNBA Athlete.

Donna attends The Marvels of Media Festival 2026 and talks to Dani Bowman, Celebrity Ambassador of The Moving Image, Josh Sapan, Founder of Marvels of Media, Jackson Tucker-Meyer, Playwright and Filmmaker, Beardsley Roseberry, Fimmaker, Arabella Hayward, Filmmaker, Susanna Hunt, Writer and Director, Steven Fraser, Director and Animator, Aziz Isham Executive Director of MoMI, Miranda Lee, Film Programmer of MoMI, Tamir Muhammad, Associate Director of MoMI and Autistic Barbie, Special Guest

Donna talks to Katie Garagiola Co-Founder and CEO of Zebonky. Zebonky is a brand of imaginative, magical hybrid animal plush toys inspired by real-life zebra-donkey hybrids (zedonks), featuring characters with unique backstories and "Z-Powers". Designed for kids and adults, they hail from the fictional, parallel universe of Zebonkia.

Donna talks to Yonette Maynard the Founder of Aspire Vision Foundation. Aspire Vision Foundation, is an organization focused on empowering underserved communities, at-risk youth, and survivors of adversity. Led by figures like Yanette Maynard, it provides mentorship, social-emotional development, and new workforce pathways, including education in drone technology, cybersecurity, and emerging tech careers.

Donna chats with Mark Warren of Vai Dai Coffee. Vai Dai Coffee is a premium, ready-to-drink (RTD) functional coffee brand designed for sustained energy and mental clarity, featuring 200mg of natural caffeine blended with adaptogens and nootropics like Lion's Mane and Ashwagandha. It is keto-friendly, low-acid, and contains no added sugar, instead using monk fruit and stevia.

Donna chats with Ben Scalise III the owner of Scalise Family Sheep Farm. Scalise Family Sheep Farm LLC is a New Hampshire-based, veteran-owned family business that raises Icelandic Sheep and produces natural, small-batch skincare products, primarily focused on sheep milk soap. Their products, designed to nourish sensitive skin using farm-fresh ingredients, are sold through their website, Etsy, and used as unique wedding favors.

Donna chats with Bryan Mussard the owner of Reminisce Angus Ranch. Reminisce Angus Ranch, located in Dillon, Montana, and operated by Bryan and Marcia Mussard since 1984, is a premier Angus seedstock producer and b

Donna talks to Dominique Semexant the CEO of Wynter Janelle Skincare. Wynter Janelle is a luxury, plant-powered skincare brand focused on "intentional beauty," offering clean products designed to transform daily routines into self-care. Created by CEO Dominique Semexant, the brand blends natural botanicals with science-backed formulations for skin and body, featuring products like their artisan Velvet Oat cleanser.

Donna talks to Monica Leli MA,CCC-SLP, TSSLD, CDP LSVT-C, CLTS Owner and Founder of Speak Your Legacy Inc. Speak Your Legacy Inc. is a New York-based, award-winning speech pathology practice founded in 2020 that provides comprehensive therapy for speech, language, cognitive, and feeding disorders across the lifespan (pediatric to adult). They are known for mobile FEES (Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing) services, serving Suffolk, Nassau, NYC, Westchester, and North Carolina

Donna chats with Scott Borghi, Alisha Riexinger and Christian of Embers Smokehouse and Tap is a chef-driven, casual barbecue restaurant in Chalfont, PA, opened in December 2021 by Scott Borghi and Alisha Riexinger. It is renowned for authentic, scratch-made smoked meats, unique craft beer, and a cozy atmosphere. The restaurant is located at 237 W. Butler Ave and is open Friday–Sunday.

Matt Nuccio chats with Gavin Lawer and Chris Dicker of Deddy Bears, Emily Chaput of Sunny Day Sent, Ezra Crow of Shashibo Puzzle System, Johnny Damon former MLB Player Erin,Anna and Christian of MushyKinz, Laura Frerichs of Bad Date Bears, Grant Cleveland of Unique Gardener, Marcus Blackwell Jr. of Make Music Count, Maxwell Bogue,Chairman and Founder of 3doodler/wobbleworks, Jacob R. Miles III/CEO-Founder of MapEspors Network, Dean of Kandico Toys and Dane Chapin of The Opgames at Toys of Our Lives Expo

Donna talks to Bekum Cocaj owner of Our Deli Café. Our Deli & Cafe is a family-owned restaurant and deli in Paoli, Chester County, serving the Main Line area since 1982. Known for using Boar's Head meats, they offer all-day breakfast, lunch, and dinner, including sandwiches, burgers, salads, and milkshakes, with additional locations in Phoenixville.

Donna talks to Donna Stefans, ESQ, AIF of The Stefans Group. Stefans Law Group PC is a Woodbury, NY-based, mother-daughter-led firm providing integrated legal and financial services. They specialize in estate planning, elder law, tax planning, and wealth management, aiming to protect client assets and family legacies through a holistic approach.

Donna chats with Brad Meeks Founder of Iron Soldiers Coffee Company. is a veteran-focused, Sherman, Texas-based coffee roaster that produces military and WWII-inspired craft coffee. They sell small-batch, roasted-to-order coffee and donate $1 from every bag sold to veterans nonprofits.

Donna chats with Kevin Healy, and Stephen Murphy of Murphs bloody Mary Mix. Stephen Murphy, often known as "The Murph," is the founder and CEO of The Murph's Famous Bloody Mary Mix based in New York. He created the all-natural, kettle-cooked mix, available in Original and Hot & Spicy, which grew from a personal recipe developed in 2006 for friends and family.

Donna chats with Alexa Simnou owmer of Fierce Academy of Dance. a premier dance studio located in Tenafly, New Jersey, offering classes for all ages and skill levels. It focuses on fostering a supportive environment that builds technique, confidence, and discipline in various dance styles. The academy is noted for encouraging passion and creativity in its students.

Donna talks with Heather Brown owner and operator of Health Helper Heather, LLC. Health Helper Heather, LLC. is a healthcare consulting and advocacy service designed to make the healthcare process less overwhelming and more human. Based on her LinkedIn profile, she offers services such as appointment scheduling, administrative support, health insurance navigation, and research support for patients.

Donna chats with Ida Thomassen the CEO of Liv Arctic Essentials. Liv Arctic Essentials is a Nordic-inspired wellness brand that offers science-backed, clean supplements designed to support daily vitality, gut health, and long-term wellness. Founded on principles of simplicity and transparency, the brand focuses on Nordic purity to address issues like bloating, constipation, and heartburn.

Finally, Donna talks to Lela Grubisich the founder of Novi Black. Novi Black is a brand of natural appetite control water designed to support mental and physical wellness, framed as a lifestyle choice for focus and discipline. It is marketed on social media as a, "ritual, a reminder, a reset" for health-conscious consumers, often appearing in premium, health-focused spaces.

Donna talks to Brianna Zarro and Louis Zarro Co-Founders of You Will Blossom. You Will Blossom is a professional floral preservation business based in Boonton, New Jersey, specializing in transforming wedding bouquets and meaningful flowers into lasting, pressed resin keepsakes.

Donna talks to Nancy Zimmerman, SVP Merchandising of Restful Nights. Restful Nights is a premium bedding brand—formerly known as Pacific Coast Feather Company—that specializes in luxury down, feather, and down-alternative pillows, comforters, and bedding products.

Donna chats with Cynthia Matthews, CEO and Head Designer of Cynthia’s Atelier. Cynthia’s Atelier LLC, located in Wall Township, NJ, and led by CEO and head designer Cynthia Matthews, is a premier boutique specializing in expert clothing alterations and custom couture design. It is highly regarded for bridal, mother-of-the-bride, and formal wear tailoring, transforming garments into personalized, high-quality pieces.

Donna chats with Sean Olteanu C0 owner and Event Coordinator of Lavender Events LTD, Diane Rodino C0 owner and Event Coordinator of Lavender Events LTD and Ashley Rodriguez C0 owner and Event Coordinator of Lavender Events LTD. Lavender Events LTD is an event management company, often focused on creating luxurious, personalized, and inclusive celebrations, including weddings and corporate events. They typically offer comprehensive planning, design, and management services to create memorable experiences for individuals and organizations, often specializing in detailed, high-end, and personalized events.

Donna chats with Trish Burkholder President of The Country Bride. The Country Bride is a premier, family-owned bridal boutique located in Lansdale, Pennsylvania, established in 1986. They specialize in wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses, prom, and special occasion attire, offering in-house alterations, accessories, and a personalized, expert shopping experience with over 39 years of experience.

Donna talks to George Pammer, Esq. Batarseh Pammer PLLC. Batarseh Pammer PLLC is a boutique law firm located in Hauppauge, New York, focusing on matrimonial/family law, criminal defense, and traffic matters, serving Suffolk, Nassau, and Queens counties. The firm provides personalized legal services, recognized with awards including Best Matrimonial Law Firm by Long Island Business News.

Donna talks with Mark Vigliante President of M and V Limousines . M&V Limousines is a premier Long Island-based luxury ground transportation company, established in 1993 and headquartered in Commack, NY. They specialize in weddings, proms, airport transfers, vineyard tours, and corporate events, operating a diverse fleet that includes standard limousines, party buses, exotic, and antique cars.

Donna chats with Alyssa Gesek Owner of Black-Eyed Susan’s Florist . Black-Eyed Susan’s Florist is a third-generation, locally owned flower shop in the Jersey Shore area, operating for over 35 years. It is a full-service florist and event design studio known for fresh, high-quality flowers, custom arrangements, and reliable, friendly service for weddings, events, and daily deliveries.

Finally, Donna talks to Giselle David Owner of Giselle David Photography. Giselle David Photography is a Jersey City-based, LGBTQ-owned photography business specializing in inclusive, documentary-style, and cinematic storytelling for weddings, elopements, and families. Founded by a first-generation Filipina educator, the service focuses on capturing authentic love stories with empathy, nostalgia, and artful, film-inspired techniques across New Jersey and beyond.