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Big Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 204) Sarah Hammill Therapist/Content CreatorSarah Hammill, therapist and content creator, talks about sharing her personal life online - from love and loss to everyday joy - and how showing up authentically has helped foster a community rooted in connection, vulnerability, and growth. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz Follow on Instagram: @biglittlestoriesshowFind Sarah on Instagram: @heysarahtherapy
2026-02-1425 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 203) Joetta 4x Olympian/Motivational SpeakerFour-time Olympian and motivational speaker, Joetta, talks about what it means to keep showing up through years of training, competition, and performing in front of global audiences…and how that work shaped the way she helps other people think about resilience, health, and purpose. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz. Follow on Instagram: @biglittlestoriesshow For More About Joetta: https://joettasportsandbeyond.com/
2026-02-0724 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 202) Khoa Le CEO of Sutudu Pictures/Filmmaker/EntrepreneurFilmmaker and entrepreneur Khoa Le talks about his inspiring journey from a young refugee to the head of several successful creative companies, and how he’s using his newest venture - Sutudu - to help artists gain access, agency and possibility. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz. Follow on Instagram: @biglittlestoriesshow For More About Khoa: https://sutudu.com/355/5000Thumbnail
2026-01-3124 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 201) Mary Madeiras Author, “The Akashic Way”Three-time Emmy®-Award winning director Mary Madeiras talks about turning the lens inward, exploring intuition and purpose, and writing The Akashic Way. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz. Follow on Instagram: @biglittlestoriesshow For More About Mary: https://theakashicway.com/
2026-01-2425 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 132) Barnet Bain Author/Award-Winning FilmmakerBarnet Bain, award-winning filmmaker and author of How to be a Friend (in an unfriendly world), talks about the nature of friendship, the power of our interactions, and how meaningful connection can make the world a better place. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz.Follow on Instagram: @biglittlestoriesshow For More About Barnet: https://barnetbain.com/
2026-01-1024 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 131) Stacie Sherman Journalist/Autism MomJournalist and advocate Stacie Sherman shares her journey as a mother of two children with autism, and how her experience transformed her voice, her purpose, and her fight for understanding and inclusion. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz.Follow on Instagram: @biglittlestoriesshow For More About Stacie: https://staciesherman.com/
2025-12-2023 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 130) Lia Papamarkou Community Relations Manager, Bank of AmericaLia Papamarkou, Community Relations Manager at Bank of America, talks about the power of service, from volunteering across the globe to strengthening communities here at home, and how a commitment to giving back has shaped her life. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz Follow on Instagram: @biglittlestoriesshow For More About Lia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evangeliapapamarkou/
2025-12-1323 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 129) Ashlee Keating Billboard-Charting ArtistBillboard-charting pop sensation Ashlee Keating talks about growing up in New Jersey, finding her voice, and the exhilarating journey she’s on as her music reaches new audiences. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz Follow on Instagram: @biglittlestoriesshowFor More About Ashlee:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleekeating/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleekeatingmusic?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/AshleeKeatingStream Ashlee’s Music: https://link.me/ashleekeating
2025-12-0622 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 128) - Ella Hilsenrath, Board Certified Art TherapistElla Hilsenrath, Clinical Art Therapist at Allaire Community Farm, shares how she uses creativity and trauma-informed care to help people heal and find resilience. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz.https://allairecommunityfarm.org/
2025-09-1923 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 127) Monica Lawson Managing Director, BOND Creative Advancement ProjectMonica Lawson, Managing Director of BOND Creative Advancement Project talks about the importance of access and opportunity for young creatives. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz. https://bondbcap.org/
2025-09-1324 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 126) Tom Bergeron Founder & Editor, BINJETom Bergeron, founder and editor of BINJE, talks about launching a new digital news platform and the importance of local news, innovation, and the core principles of journalism. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz. BINJE.com
2025-09-0624 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 125) Eric LeGrand Entrepreneur & Motivational SpeakerEric LeGrand, entrepreneur and motivational speaker, talks about the upcoming 15th annual A Walk to Believe, and shares how he channels resilience and purpose into building businesses and inspiring people everywhere. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz. https://ericlegrand52.com/
2025-08-3023 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 124) Dr. Liz Nissim, Child PsychologistDr. Liz Nissim, a licensed clinical and school psychologist, shares how she helps children and families navigate mental health challenges with clarity, compassion, and strength. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz. https://www.psychedconsult.com/
2025-05-2423 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 123) Ben Feller, Author, “Big Problems, Little Problems”Ben Feller, former Chief White House Correspondent for the Associated Press, shares how spending years covering presidents shaped his approach to storytelling—and how a simple parenting moment inspired his heartfelt children’s book, Big Problems, Little Problems. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz. https://www.bigproblemslittleproblems.com/
2025-05-1726 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 122) John Bathke, Entertainment ReporterAward-winning entertainment journalist John Bathke talks about the power of a performance to unify an audience - and reminds us why covering culture is more important than ever. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz. Instagram: @johnbathke
2025-05-1025 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 121) Carlos Medina Executive Producer/Host, “Que Pasa NJ”Carlos Medina, Executive Producer and Host of Que Pasa NJ, shares how storytelling, culture, and community drive his mission to uplift Hispanic voices and inspire the next generation of leaders. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz. https://quepasatv.org/
2025-05-0326 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 120) Varsha Waishampayan Founder & CEO, WINGS for GrowthVarsha Waishampayan, Founder and CEO of WINGS for Growth, talks about why she left a high-powered career on Wall Street to help women find mentors, embrace leadership, and build lasting change. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz. https://wingsforgrowth.org
2025-04-2624 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 119) Diane Young Unman Author, Motivational Speaker & Breast Cancer SurvivorDiane Young Unman, aka Princess Diane von Brainisfried, author of Bonjour, Breast Cancer—I’m Still Smiling, shares how humor, positivity, and purpose helped her navigate a breast cancer diagnosis and how she’s now using her story to uplift others. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz. https://princessdianevonb.com/
2025-04-1924 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 118) Ilson Goncalves, Owner of Samba MontclairIlson Goncalves, owner of Samba Montclair and author of The Samba Montclair Gluten-Free Cookbook talks about the power of food to bring people, and communities, together. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz . https://www.sambamontclair.com/
2025-04-1225 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 117) Scott White Author, “The Life is Too Short Guy”Author Scott White talks about how we all have the power to live happier lives and why the first thought we have each morning is the most important one of the day. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz . https://www.lifeistooshortguy.com/
2025-03-2924 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 116) Katie Carroll, Speaker/Self-Care CoachKatie Carroll, pediatric nurse and self-care coach, talks about why people who take care of others often need reminders to take care of themselves. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz . https://katiecarrollcoaching.com/
2025-03-2225 min
VMN Business TalkStories That Sell: Use Storytelling to Grow Your Brand | Ivy Charmatz & Vic NicholsStorytelling is one of the most powerful tools in business and branding—but how do you craft a story that truly connects, sells, and elevates your brand? In this episode of VMN Business Talk, we sit down with Ivy Charmatz, a four-time New York Emmy® Award-winning storyteller, former Executive Producer at News 12 New Jersey, and Senior VP at Mercury Public Affairs, to break down how businesses and entrepreneurs can harness storytelling to build authority, engage their audience, and drive success. 💡 What You'll Learn: ✅ How to identify your audience and craft stories that resonate ✅ The key to...
2025-03-1857 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 115) Robin Peacock Executive Director, MENDRobin Peacock, Executive Director of MEND Hunger Relief Network, talks about an important change to the way we think about food insecurity and how she would have benefitted from the organization’s innovative programming during her own childhood. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz . https://mendnj.org/
2025-03-1524 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 114) Lockey Maisonneuve Author/Trauma-Informed GuideAuthor Lockey Maisonneuve talks about learning to heal from an abusive childhood and dedicating her life to help others feel seen. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz .https://honoryoga.org/home
2025-03-0824 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories Episode 113 Stormin’ Norman SeldinStormin’ Norman Seldin talks about his celebrated career as a performer and promoter and how the power of music saved his life. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz.
2025-03-0124 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 112) Joe Stetson Chief Commercial Officer, NY Red BullsJoe Stetson, Chief Commercial Officer for the New York Red Bulls, talks about how a lifelong love of sports fueled a career that made him one of the most respected sports marketing executives in the country. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz. www.newyorkredbulls.com
2025-02-1528 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 111) Laura Jones, Host of New Jersey PoliticsHost Ivy Charmatz speaks with Laura Jones, one of the most celebrated political reporters in New Jersey and Host of New Jersey Politics which airs on ONNJ and WJLP-MeTV.
2025-02-0825 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 110) Mike Ham Founder, Ham Radio ProductionsMike Ham, Founder of Ham Radio Productions talks about becoming a content creator, building a New Jersey brand and meeting some incredible people a long the way. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz. www.hamradioproductions.com
2025-02-0125 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 109) Juan Melli Board President, Team WildernessJuan Melli, Board President of Team Wilderness, talks about the importance of making sure kids have the chance to explore nature and how quality time outside can have a profound impact on our mental, physical and emotional health.Hosted by Ivy Charmatz www.teamwilderness.org
2025-01-2524 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 108) Ali Taylor Founder, Wisdom+WayfinderAli Taylor, Founder of Wisdom+Wayfinder, talks about accepting yourself in a world filled with comparisons, searching for belonging to avoid isolation, and how to stop yourself from stealing your own joy. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz. https://wisdomandwayfinder.com/
2025-01-1825 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode: 107) Brian Donohue, Award-Winning StorytellerBrian Donohue talks about his award-winning career as a journalist covering New Jersey, how he sometimes stumbles upon his best stories and why working as a storyteller should always be considered a privilege. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz. https://www.redbankgreen.com/
2025-01-1125 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 106) Marisa Sweeney Founder, Be Well Integrative HealthMarisa Sweeney MS RDN CSSD, Founder of Be Well Integrative Health, talks about empowering people to take control over their health and why we should be wary of some “experts” we see online. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz. https://bewellihs.com/
2025-01-0425 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 105) Adam Philipson, President and CEO of Count Basie Center for the ArtsAdam Philipson, President and CEO of Count Basie Center for the Arts, talks about his journey into the world of entertainment and how he’s now creating a community that ensures the arts are accessible to everyone. Hosted by Ivy Charmatz. https://thebasie.org/
2024-12-2824 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 104) Jana Boyer Executive Director, Leukemia & Lymphoma SocietyJana Boyer talks about the tremendous advancements in the treatment of blood cancers, why the cure for all cancers could one day come from blood cancer research, and how volunteers have the power to make life-saving work possible. https://lls.org/
2024-12-2124 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 103) JoAnn Burney Co-Founder, Allaire Community FarmJoAnn Burney talks about the ability animals have to help kids and adults who struggle with special needs and/or mental health to reach their full potential. The farm she and her husband, Sean, founded has become a place for children and their families to get the treatment and support they need to live healthier, happier lives. https://allairecommunityfarm.org/
2024-12-1423 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 102) Suneet Bhatt EOS Implementer, Coach, Lecturer on “Purpose”Suneet Bhatt talks about purpose, helping people create their way in the world, and the class he created at Rutgers University that is changing the way students think about their futures.
2024-12-0924 minBig Little StoriesBig Little Stories (Episode 101) Carlos Lejnieks President and CEO, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Essex, Hudson & Union CountiesCarlos Lejnieks talks about the power of mentoring, how his life was changed by the people who stepped in, and how everyone has the power to make a meaningful impact in someone else’s journey through life. https://www.bigsandkids.org
2024-11-2225 min
Steve Adubato's Lessons In Leadership with co-host Mary GambaLessons in Leadership: Ivy Charmatz and Seth WainerOn this episode of “Lessons in Leadership” Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Ivy Charmatz, Senior VP, Mercury Public Affairs to talk about leadership and the media, her passion for storytelling and the connection between giving back and leadership. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Seth Wainer, Program Director Innovation, Port Authority of … Continue reading Lessons in Leadership: Ivy Charmatz and Seth Wainer
2024-10-0530 min
Greetings From the Garden StateAward-Winning Journalist Ivy CharmatzSend us a textIvy Charmatz, an Emmy Award and Edward R. Murrow Award winner, spent years as the executive producer for news and special projects at News 12 New Jersey. She has spent more than two decades in journalism and managed the popular “Ask Governor Murphy” program. Working now for top public affairs firm, Mercury, Ivy also serves on the advisory board of Allaire Community Farm (a former guest of the show), a Wall-based non-profit serving special needs children, teens and adults fighting mental health issues, and veterans who struggle with PTSD.@ivy_charmatz...
2023-01-1754 min
Today is the Day Changemakers'Sharing Kindness, Finding Peace, & the Art of Storytelling' with Ivy CharmatzSend us a textWelcome to episode 37 of the Today is the Day Changemakers Podcast. This week my guest is Ivy Charmatz. Ivy is an Emmy Award Winning Executive Producer & Writer. Ivy grew up in Westfield, NJ where as a child she had thoughts of becoming a radio host. Actually as a child she shared that she played guest and radio host because she loved the thought of sharing others stories. She did not realize that her decision to tell stories was influenced by what her grandfather experienced as a holocaust survivor. He...
2021-08-2558 minToday is the Day ChangemakersBe Ready When Opportunities Present Themselves with Kathy DuranteSend us a textWelcome to episode 36 of the Today is the Day Changemakers Podcast. This week my guest is Kathy Durante, Executive Director, OceanFirst Foundation. Kathy was raised in Poughkeepsie, NY and Hamilton, NJ before moving on to Ocean County. Kathy's career started in the not-for-profit sector at what was then the Delaware Valley United Way. With the nudge of someone she knew and trusted, Kathy decided to apply for the Executive Director position at the then, United Way of Ocean County, NJ. She has since moved on from there and...
2021-08-1855 min
Lubetkin on Communications PodcastOn Communications Podcast: PRSA-NJ Meet the Media PanelIn this episode of the Lubetkin on Communications Podcast, we present the 2018 Meet the Media panel produced by the New Jersey Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America in cooperation with the New Jersey Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists. The program was recorded April 5, 2018 at the Rutgers University Student Center in Piscataway, NJ.
The panelists were:
Steve Lubetkin, NJ/PA Editor for GlobeSt.com
Charlie Kratovil, Editor, New Brunswick Today
Ivy Charmatz, Executive Producer, News & Special Projects, News 12 New Jersey
Jackie Lieberman, Franchise Owner and Managing Editor, TAPin...
2018-04-1158 min