Joe Pardavila is a veteran media professional who has produced more than 10,000 hours of podcasts and radio. A former personality on New York’s 95.5 PLJ with the “Scott & Todd in the Morning” show, he is also the bestselling author of Good Listen: Creating Memorable Conversations in Business and Life. Today, Joe shares unfiltered takes on creativity, communication, and personal growth through his videos, blogs, and podcasts.
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Lights, Camera, Sake: The Dual Life of Marina Giordano
On this episode of Becoming Next On Scene, we welcome back Emmy Award–winning director and nationally recognized sake expert Marina Giordano for her third appearance on the show. By day, Marina is a powerhouse behind the camera at Channel 7, and by night she’s one of the country’s leading voices on the art and culture of sake.
Five years ago, Marina noticed a gap in New England’s cultural scene: sake was largely unknown and underrepresented. Determined to change that, she launched Sake Day East, which has now grown into one of Boston’s most unique and celebrated cultural festivals.
In this conversation, we cover:
• How Marina first fell into the world of sake and cultural events.
• The evolution of Sake Day East from small beginnings to a 5-year tradition.
• Behind-the-scenes challenges and leadership lessons in running a festival.
• What attendees can expect at this year’s 5th anniversary celebration.
• Marina’s personal legacy in shaping Boston’s cultural and culinary landscape.
Whether you’re a sake enthusiast, a lover of cultural festivals, or curious about what it really takes to grow an idea into a lasting tradition, this episode will leave you inspired and ready to raise a glass
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From Fear to Float: Rewriting the Narrative Around Swimming and Self-Worth
In this powerful episode, we're diving deep with Timm Heffron, Owner and Head Instructor of Swimm with Timm, a thriving swim school with nearly 30 employees and a mission rooted in confidence, trust, and fun.
With over 20 years of experience, Timm shares how he turned his lifelong love of swimming into a movement — one that breaks the stigma around learning to swim at any age, especially for adults, and creates a safe space for neurodivergent learners.
But Timm's journey isn't just about swimming. He opens up about navigating bipolar disorder, ADHD, and a personality disorder — all while growing a successful business and leading a team with heart.
If you’ve ever faced fear, self-doubt, or felt like you had to “have it all together” to chase your dreams, this conversation is for you.
Tune in to get inspired, feel seen, and learn what it really means to build a life — and business — with purpose.
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How to Create an Attractive Dating Profile that Translates!
Susan is a Relationship Coach and Public Speaker, who is passionate about helping people to feel confident and empowered in their lives.
Her specialties include dating, relationships, divorce, self-confidence, mindset and communication. More specifically, she helps singles to date more successfully, couples to strengthen their connection, and people going through divorce to navigate the process with more confidence and peace of mind. She coaches individuals and couples, facilitates support groups, and loves to teach.
Susan has her doctorate in Clinical Psychology and was a therapist for over 20 years. Her extensive background in psychology, therapy and coaching gives her a unique perspective in helping people to achieve greater joy, satisfaction and success in their relationships and in all areas of their lives.
Check out Susan : https://www.susantrotterphd.com/
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The Value of Partnerships and where it can take your brand
Nathaniel Cooke Jr. is a dynamic leader in the brand partnerships arena, bringing over a decade of experience in securing and executing high-impact collaborations that have generated millions in revenue. With a proven track record across culture, sports, entertainment, and lifestyle sectors, Nathaniel has worked with an impressive roster of brands and public figures, including the NBA, Indy 500, Rucker Park, Big 12 Conference, Lids, Monster Energy, Tracy Morgan, and USA Flag Football.
Renowned for his strategic acumen and ability to navigate the ever-evolving partnership landscape, Nathaniel specializes in elevating brand visibility, driving audience engagement, and creating meaningful connections between brands and their communities. His ability to identify untapped opportunities and deliver measurable results has made him a go-to expert for organizations seeking innovative, culturally relevant collaborations.
A relentless connector and creative thinker, Nathaniel continues to shape the future of brand partnerships with vision, purpose, and impact.
What does it really take to build a legacy that lasts?
Hosted by award-winning publicist and visibility expert Jaclyn Zukerman Delory, Next On Scene: The Human Behind The Brand goes beyond the headlines to reveal the real stories, struggles, and breakthroughs of the people shaping our world.
From entrepreneurs and creatives to media personalities and industry disruptors, each episode dives into the human side of success the mindset shifts, messy middles, and defining moments that turn vision into visibility.
Through raw conversations, personal reflections, and insider PR insights, Jaclyn bridges the gap between purpose and publicity helping listeners connect, grow, and shine in their own unique way.
Whether you’re building a brand, leading a movement, or reinventing yourself, this show reminds you that your story is your superpower… and when you share it, you become Next On Scene.
🎙️ New episodes Tuesdays at 8:30 PM EST starting November 11, 2025!
Watch on YouTube or listen on your favorite podcast app.
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