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The Instant Journeyman's PodcastSober October 2021WE ARE BACK! After a nice summer off, I am back to bring you the best of the best. Today I have a conversation with return guest Jim Matheis, Falcon and new comer Dennis about this years Sober October Challenge. Then we talk about covid and much more! Next week we have Brie!#soberoctober #Instantjourneyman #3rdannual2021-10-0156 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Series Episode 30 - Megan GuinnupToday's guest is Megan Guinnup. Megan is a Travel Agent that squashes the myth that you will pay extra if you use a Travel Agent, what the benefits of booking through a Travel Agent are and shares her top 3 travel tips. We had a great conversation and learned about some COVID-19 requirements. Do yourself a favor if you are traveling soon, tune in and book your next trip with Megan or a travel agent that can take care of you so you can focus on the fun part of traveling. 2021-05-121h 10The Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Series Episode 29 - Cassidy NicholasToday's guest is back by popular demand! She is the Instant Journeyman 2020 most downloaded guest, Cassidy Nicholas.
Cassidy popped in to talk about everything postpartum (and really the trick to pre, during and post pregnancy). What it's like to be back in the competitive racing scene, Breast Feeding as an athlete and that awful 4 letter word that everyone hates.... DIET! We talk about all this and much much more, so tune in an enjoy!2021-05-061h 22The Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Series Episode 28 - Kevin JajkowskiToday's guest is Kevin Jajkowski, Kevin has been a Fire Fighter for almost 33 years. He has been a LT, a Captain, Chief and now Commissioner. We talk about how he got in to firefighting, what it was like to be in well over 35 fires in his career and much much more. 2021-04-291h 13The Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Series Episode 27 - Ella KociubaToday's guest is Ella Kociuba! Ella and I met back when we were running obstacle races heavily. Ella is one bad a*s chick, she has accomplished a lot in her life and she is not even 30 yet! Ella started her interest in sports by Endurance Riding where she would compete in riding horses 25 - 50 miles! She ended up breaking her back (now has a metal rod holding things together) after a horse bucked her off. After recovering, she got in to OCR and became one of the youngest females to win races and get on the Spartan Pro Team...2021-03-3157 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Series Episode 26 - FalconToday's guest is our good friend Falcon! Falcon and I discuss a ton of hot topics such as School Reopening's, Mask wearing (or lack of mask wearing in his case), Masculinity, Equality vs Equity and how I fell for a cartoon that showed the both of them, etc. We even answered a question that a live listener asked and I was impressed with Falcon's answer and mine. Today's episode is a long one but good if you like the hot topics. 2021-03-242h 05The Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Series Episode 25 - Alicia KwiatkowskiToday’s guest it Alicia Kwiatkowski! Alicia is the Assistant Director of Front Office - Guest Recognition at Faena Hotel in Miami Beach. Alicia has been in the hotel industry through some pretty crazy times. She has been through 2008 mortgage crisis and the 2020 COVID-19 Pandemic. Both had effected the travel industry in a major way. We talk about how she ended up in Miami, where she thinks the industry is headed and how it has been during the pandemic. If you are a travel nerd like me, this is a great podcast to learn about hotels and hear about one of m...2021-03-171h 24The Instant Journeyman's PodcastMonday Motivation Series Episode 25 - Lynne RudaLynne Ruda is a lifelong Lancaster, NY resident and is proud to be running for Mayor of the Village if Lancaster! She currently serves her community as a Village of Lancaster Trustee.
Lynne shows her love of her community and her willingness to protect it as a Volunteer Firefighter for the Village of Lancaster. She is proud to be the first female driver and interior firefighter in the Eagle Hose Company. She serves as the Department Secretary and is regularly a top responder. Lynne received the 2016 Chief’s Award and the 2015 Administrative Member of the Year Award from t...2021-03-151h 00The Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Series Episode 24 - Dustin SwaciakToday's guest is Dustin Swaciak. Dustin is a chef that has worked in many fine dining establishments in Buffalo, FL & Houston. He shares his struggle with opioid addiction and losing it all, but is now 6 years sober. Just 1 year ago, he started a knife business at the beginning of the COVID pandemic which worked out well since he was laid off from his chef job. These knives are right from Japan, most with custom made handles that he creates himself and are the highest of quality. Listen in to learn about how these knives are made, how to sharpen a...2021-03-111h 25The Instant Journeyman's PodcastMonday Motivation Series Episode 24 - Don ZappiaTodays guest is Don Zappia. Don is living proof that it doesn’t matter how many times you get knocked down, you just have to keep getting up. Don is the father of two past guests (Chad & Shea Zappia). He left a six figure salary to try other things and ended up owning a small village pub that him and his family turned in to a great Martini Bar that was ahead of its time. After losing it all and walking away from the restaurant “with $50” he ventured off to Vegas and recalibrated, only to return back home for a great o...2021-03-0154 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastMonday Motivation Series Episode 23 - Gavin "G" MatheisToday's guest is 11 year old Gavin Matheis. Now before you dismiss this episode because you think you can't learn anything from a 11 year old... Let me share some things with you. Gavin, or as I call him, G, currently lives in the FL Keys with his mom and dad, catches big time fish and sharks in the ocean and the gulf, plays high level competitive soccer and despite starting to wrestle just 3 years ago, he is currently ranked top 10 in the state of FL and top 100 in the Nation in youth wrestling for his weight class. He shares how...2021-02-2225 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastMonday Motivation Series Episode 22 - Dr. Mark JajkowskiToday’s guest is Dr. Mark Jajkowski, MD, FACS. Dr. Jajkowski is the Director of Thoracic Surgery at Catholic Health. Dr. Jajkowski’s practice is focused on lung cancer diagnosis and treatment utilizing minimally invasive thoracic surgery, including advanced thoracoscopy and robotic surgery. He also actively promotes lung cancer screening throughout the community as a way to catch the disease at early stages and improve outcomes.2021-02-1633 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Series Episode 23 - Becka HaysToday’s guest is the host of the new podcast The Becka Hays Show! Becka recently has started her own media company with the first step of launching her own podcast after being let go from her morning radio show on iheart radio. She shares a lot of details about what she has planned and how she is phasing out her Only Fans page and announces an exclusive with her plans for a Becka Hays Club (name pending, lol) where you get much more and it allows her to give more back to her fans with dinners, giveaways and muc...2021-02-1153 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Series Episode 22 - Joshua PeughToday's guest is Joshua Peugh! Joshua is the Founder and Artistic Director of Dark Circles Dance Company and Co-founder of Fair Assembly. A graduate of Southern Methodist University, he has created work for festivals in Asia, Europe, and North America, winning awards for his choreography in South Korea, Japan, Canada, and the USA. He was the recipient of the Grand Prize at the McCallum Theatre's 18th Annual Choreography Festival and was chosen as one of @dancemagazine “25 to Watch." Joshua served as choreographer for legendary soprano Kathleen Battle’s concert Underground Railroad - A Spiritual Journey and was the 2...2021-02-0455 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Series Episode 21 - Nathan PaetschNow that Nathan has retired from professional hockey, what will life look like for him? How did Blue Toad Cider “The Wiggle” came about? Being starstruck when meeting certain people, etc. Overall it was a great conversation with a lot of laughs. Check out Blue Toad hard cider company: https://www.bluetoadhardcider.com Also mentioned in the interview is BioSteel, I am hooked on the Blue Raspberry Hydration Mix! https://biosteel.com2021-01-2723 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastMonday Motivation Series Episode 21 - Nathan PaetschToday’s guest is the one and only Nathan Paetsch! Nathan just announced his retirement after 17 professional hockey seasons and 2 Calder Cup Championships.Nathan Played in he NHL for the Buffalo Sabres & Columbus Blue Jackets and in the AHL for the Grand Rapids Griffins & the Rochester Americans. He might have hung up his skates playing, but he still is on the ice coaching his son. We had a great time recording the interview and hope you enjoy!2021-01-2516 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Series Episode 20 - Noura SalmanToday's guest is Noura Salman, this is Noura Knows Best week! I had such a good time talking with her on Monday I invited her back for the Whatever Wednesday to learn more about her Survivor Island of the Idols experience. We go more in depth on how she finished in the Top 3, what she ate, how she stayed fresh and even what her Million dollar lesson was. Tune in and enjoy!2021-01-214h 39The Instant Journeyman's PodcastMonday Motivation Series Episode 20 - Noura SalmanToday's guest is Noura Salman, Noura is most known for her recent appearance on Survivor (Season 39, Island of the Idols) where she finished in the top 3 (and was the last remaining female). Noura is also a entrepreneur, she had a thriving CPA consulting business, multiple investment properties and then gave it all up to chase her dream of creating her own health/nutrition bar company called SuperFreshies. Tune in to hear all about it.2021-01-181h 03The Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Series Episode 19 - Q&AToday's episode is a Question & Answer episode! I have seen some of my favorite podcasts answer questions they get sent in from listeners and thought it would be a great time to answer a bunch of the questions that I keep getting. Hopefully you enjoy this and we get more questions in for another Q & A in a couple months.Don't worry, next week we will be back to our normal Whatever Wednesday Episodes!2021-01-1423 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastMonday Motivation Series Episode 19 - Bobby ZToday's guest is Bob Zotara. Bob is the CEO of the PMA Group which is a marketing/consulting company that he started back in 1986. Clients reach out to Bob not only because of his multiple National Award Winning Ad Campaigns, but because he is responsible for client branding, positioning, creative, imaging, growth and project management. On a personal level he is one of the most positive people I know, and he shares how he stays so positive and does not let stress get to him. 2021-01-1149 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastFriday Funnies Series Episode 1 - Joey ManzanalesThis new series called Friday Funnies is a quick 10 - 15 minute rapid Q&A using the Barstool Answer the Internet deck of cards I purchased. It has philosophical questions, Funny questions, Relationship questions and so much more. If you are looking for a quick break to get a few laughs in, make sure to tune in to these every Friday.Our first guest is Joey Manzanales! He has some fun answers to some outrageous questions. Make sure to listen to the Sponsors that our pal Lou went out and got for this series!2021-01-0917 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Series Episode 18 - Joey ManzanalesAfter a much needed break to relax and learn about how to create & post video podcasts on YouTube, we are back!!! Check is out on Apple Podcast, Amazon Podcast, Spotify Podcast PodBean and now YouTube! Just search Instant Journeyman.Today’s guest is with the one and only Joey Manzanales! Joey is a great friend of mine that lives in Houston, TX with his husband and two dogs. He is the life of the party as long as I’m not at that party. We have a conversation about the infamous bachelor party, his side of the story...2021-01-071h 00The Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Series Episode 17 - Melissa MatheisToday's guest is Melissa Matheis! Melissa was a Reality Star before it was even a thing! Melissa and her husband Jim (past guest) were on Fear Factor Couples Edition, then the Fear Factor Reunion, got married and shared on on TV's show A Wedding Story and then Melissa cleaned house on Wheel of Fortune! We relive some of those moments, talk about her family moving to the FL Keys, how covid is effecting her fitness business, the kids activities and what they are doing about it. She even shares how she has stayed married during the age of social med...2020-12-1659 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastMonday Motivation Series Episode 18 - Jim MatheisToday's guest is the Ferrari Jim Matheis. Jim owns a successful concrete restoration company in south Florida with his business partner Scot. Jim is one of the hardest workers you will meet and yet makes time for working out, his kid's sports and his wife. His success started off with a few showings on Fear Factor and his wife winning Wheel of Fortune! 2020-12-1435 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Series Episode 16 - Shea ZappiaToday's guest is a fan favorite, Chef Shea Zappia drops in the virtual studio to talk to us about some fun topics like the Buffalo Bills kicking a$$ & his passionate love for QB Josh Allen. We also discuss how covid has effected the service industry, what some of his favorite things to cook during the holidays are and how to properly cook a steak indoors during the winter months and some fun facts about steaks. We then test out The Instant Journeyman's new series that we will be kicking off in 2021 which is a 5 - 10 minute Q&A using t...2020-12-091h 21The Instant Journeyman's PodcastMonday Motivation Series Episode 17 - Krystal CentinelloToday's guest is Krystal Centinello, Krystal has her degree in psychology and has been teaching elementary education for the past 15 years. After ending her emotionally abusive marriage she began writing poetry again which she hasn't done since high school. She started sharing her poetry and realized people were relating to it so that is when she decided to publish her poetry in a book called Diadem (now available on Amazon). She also recently recieved her life coaching certification and plans to write a few more books to help people overcome similar sitauations she has.2020-12-0751 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Series Episode 15 - Tyler & Garrett MeeganToday is a first for our Whatever Wednesday series, we have 2 guests on! Today's guests are Tyler & Garrett Meegan. I've known Tyler & Garrett since they were toddlers, Garrett was even in diapers when I started babysitting them. I wanted to have them on because now that they have grown in to fine young men, Tyler is now the operations manager at Carneros resort and spa which is a Forbes 4 star resort and Garrett is a Intern at Disney (cut short due to Covid). It was fun to see what they thought of my babysitting skills, where they are...2020-12-021h 19The Instant Journeyman's PodcastMonday Motivation Series Episode 16 - LouToday's guest is our good friend Lou, Lou is a Senior Vice President at a large private equity investment firm. I've known Lou since 2005 when we worked together at a large financial company. He is always the hardest worker in the room and is a blast to be around. 2020-12-0149 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Series Episode 14 - Cassidy NicholasToday's guest is Cassidy Nicholas! Cassidy is a Step Mother, New Mom, Athlete, Business Owner and overall Bad Ass! You might have seen her on TV shows like Spartan Team Race or Steve Austin's Broken Skull Ranch, possibly ran in to her at a number of Tough Mudder, Spartan Race or any OCR events across the country. But in todays episode we talk about being a step parent and how that is different from being a new mom. We discuss pregnancy from working out during it, to her home birth and how she decided to do that. Then...2020-11-251h 14The Instant Journeyman's PodcastMonday Motivation Series Episode 15 - Phil MoninToday's guest is someone i've known since grade school, he is a fun guy to have a beer with or have deep thought provoking conversations with. Phil Monin is a mathematician and financial economist at the Federal Reserve Board in Washington, DC, where he conducts research on financial intermediaries such as broker-dealers and hedge funds. Previously he was an economist at the Office of Financial Research studying financial stability issues.He has been published in various mathematics and finance journals and his research has earned several awards. He holds a PhD in mathematics from the U...2020-11-231h 37The Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Series Episode 13 - Craig HarzewskiToday’s guest is Award Winning Pastry Chef Craig Harzewski! Craig and I normally spend multiple hours at our favorite cider bar in Chicago 3 - 4 times a year, but with not traveling this year, I had to get a conversation in via the podcast.In this episode we discuss what his favorite Christmas cookies & holiday pastries are to make during the holiday season. We talk about what they are doing to drive more business during the covid capacity restrictions and how he dealt with battling covid a little over a month ago. Oh and if you’re inter...2020-11-181h 04The Instant Journeyman's PodcastMonday Motivation Series Episode 14 - Chad ZappiaToday's guest is one of the originals from my home town, Chad Zappia! Chad is the Director of Food & Beverage at Big Ditch Brewing Company. He has been in the restaurant/hospitality business all of his adult life and shares what motivates him and how he is always trying to be innovative in the industry. 2020-11-1640 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Series Episode 12 - Chris WalczakToday's guest is Chris Walczak. Chris is a return guest since we had such a good time recording the monday motivation series. Chris and I discuss travel, traveling during covid, hot peppers, Friends in different stages of life, Politics, family, etc. (disclaimer: we recorded this at the end of October)2020-11-111h 34The Instant Journeyman's PodcastMonday Motivation Series Episode 13- Cassidy NicholasToday's guest is Cassidy Nicholas, Cassidy is a wife, step mom and new mom. But you might recognize her from her Elite Obstacle Course Racing days, or from Steve Austin's Broken Skull Ranch where she was the Champion for many many weeks, or maybe you know her from Epic Interval Training where she is the Program Director. Regardless, she shares how she has and is reaching success in OCR, Motherhood and runninng a business. 2020-11-0941 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Series Episode 11 - Ian WalshNeed a break from the election? Today's guest Ian Walsh and I recorded this two weeks ago and talk about our Sober October challenge, what crazy adventures we want to tackle next, we discuss our golfing addiction, his hunting and more. 2020-11-0448 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastSpecial Live Election Night Coverage Part 2CNN, CNBC, Fox News... Who needs them when you have the Instant Journeyman Podcast and his political analysts!? Jeremy has Falcon, Jim Matheis, Chris Walczak, Ian Walsh and even President Trump calls in from his busy schedule for a LIVE look at whats happening. We talk a lot about what is going on during election night and other hot topics in the political arena. Hope you enjoy!2020-11-042h 11The Instant Journeyman's PodcastSpecial Live Election Night Coverage Part 1CNN, CNBC, Fox News... Who needs them when you have the Instant Journeyman Podcast and his political analysts!? Jeremy has Falcon, Jim Matheis, Chris Walczak, Ian Walsh and even President Trump calls in from his busy schedule. We talk a lot about what is going on during election night and other hot topics in the political arena. Hope you enjoy!2020-11-043h 01The Instant Journeyman's PodcastMonday Motivation Series Episode 12 - Dr. Paul Weiss DDSToday's guest is Paul Weiss DDS. Dr. Weiss and I met in the early 90's when he was promoting Dental Health Month at a local mall. Thats where I got my big break and my mascot career began! But enough about me, Dr. Weiss had his own successful practice for over 31 years and was also the clinical assistant instructor at UB Dental school. Dr. Weiss talks about how he was able to differentiate himself from other dentists in the area and what is important when in business. 2020-11-0244 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Series Episode 10 - Hunter McIntyreToday's guest is the HYROX World Record Holder, a 6x OCR World Champion, a 4x OCR National Champion, Undefeated Broken Skull Ranch Champion (3 years running) and the Tough Mudder X Undefeated Champion 2017-2018. He was named one of the top 50 fittest athletes by Sports Illustrated and has been featured on multiple magazine covers. Ladies and Gentlemen, the one and only Sheriff himself.... Hunter McIntyre! 2020-10-2851 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastMonday Motivation Series Episode 11- Mark BurleyToday's guest is Lt. Colonel Mark Burley! Mark and I met at a national leadership conference when we were in high school. After high school Mark went on to graduate from the Air Force Academy and became a B52 Pilot. He has literally flown across the globe, with his longest sortie was 24 hours non stop. In 2015 Mark graduated from the USAF Weapons school and in 2016 he married his wife Amber. The past two years he worked at the Pentagon for the Headquarters Air Force Director of Operations and is currently working as a 2d Bomb Wing Inspector General at Bar...2020-10-2639 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Series Episode 9 - Jim MatheisToday's guest is Jim Matheis, I've known Jim for about 8 years and he is one of my best friends (I know I have a lot). Jim is a true family man, great friend, one of my biggest supporters and The Instant Journeyman's main sponsor. We talk about Sober/ish October, politics, his move from Miami to the FL Keys, business during Covid, his first hand experience beating Covid and much more. Jim has been on Fear Factor, A Wedding Story & American Ninja Warrior, so tune in for a great conversation.2020-10-211h 20The Instant Journeyman's PodcastMonday Motivation Series Episode 10 - Chris WalczakToday's guest is Chris Walczak. Chris is a Regional Sales Manager covering 32 territories in the New England area for Zynex Medical, a medical device manufacturer. With 15 years of experience in the healthcare industry and 11 highly awarded years in sales he has dedicated his life to working to improve the lives of others through his daily work. Proving that it is never impossible to improve yourself, in addition to managing a successful career and having a growing family, Chris went to college late in life starting in 2013 at the age of 28 and has since earned an AS in Business Administration, a...2020-10-2056 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Series Episode 8 - Alex NicholasAlex Nicholas is a serial entrepreneur. He has a Bar Restaurant in NYC, Fitness Studios across the US and is a new Real Estate Agent in South FL. Alex and I have been friends for 18 years, we share some of the fun times we have had, as well as some wild and crazy times. Tune in and enjoy! 2020-10-151h 03The Instant Journeyman's PodcastMonday Motivation Series Episode 9 - Jen EsquerToday's guest is Jen Esquer, PT, DPT, is an internationally-renown physical therapist who specializes in helping people overcome chronic pain and maximize physical performance. As the founder of two transformative programs, “The Mobility Method” and “The Optimal Body,” she brings a unique, whole body approach to strength, mobility and pain-free living. In 2019, Jen was named one of the top 50 most influential healthcare professionals. Jen’s easily accessible approach has garnered her more than half a million followers on social media and more than more than 5+ million views of her health and fitness videos. Jen has been featured in Shape Magazine...2020-10-1232 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Series Episode 7 - Rachel MariottiToday's guest is back by popular demand, Rachel Mariotti had the highest downloaded episode so far and I figured people would like to hear more from her. We sat down and had a great conversation about moving to NYC at a young age, living with roommates, dating, and then had her answer some fun questions. Take a listen and enjoy!2020-10-0750 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastMonday Motivation Series Episode 8 - Mike Del ZoppoToday's guest is Mike Del Zoppo! Mike and I met while on a flight from FL to Buffalo and had a great conversation, little did I know that 5 years later he would have built the top meal prep business in the Western NY area and one of the best in the country. Mike is a personal trainer, a competitor in powerlifting, bodybuilding and physique and found a need in the industry. So with that need him and his business partner decided to solve the problem by creating Eat Rite Foods. Check out EatRiteFoods.com for some great mea...2020-10-0529 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Series Episode 6 - LouLou and I have known eachother since 2005 when we worked together in corporate America. Lou is a great friend, funny as hell and can make a mean lasagna! We talk about politics, answer the questions that have been weighing heavy on my mind and then Lou shares a story from our Vegas Bachelor Party trip. 2020-09-3000 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastMonday Motivation Series Episode 7 - Sam CiacciaToday's guest is Samantha , i've known Sam since 2013 and she is one of the most energetic and motivated people out there. Sam has her CSCS, SFGII, MS, PA-C. Samantha is a trainer by day and Physician Assistant by night. Sam lives a duo-career, treating patients in the ER while living out her passion as a Strength Coach in NYC. She’s helped a range of clients from getting out of pain to conquering feats of strength! Kettlebells are her specialty focusing on the biomechanics of movement patterns and how they are applied to Kettlebell training. She encourages ever...2020-09-2800 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Series Episode 5 - Becka HaysTodays guest is The Good Gurl herself Becka Hays!Becka is a morning radio host on the show Hooker DB & Becka that broadcasts in Salt Lake City, Memphis, Oklahoma City and on iHeart Radio. She also has her own podcast called the Good Gurl. She is a very funny person and open about everything. So tune in for a great conversation.2020-09-2300 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastMonday Motivation Series Episode 6 - Melissa Duren ConnerMy Guest today is Melissa Duren Conner. Melissa is a publicist and strategic thinker with over 12 years of industry experience. In July 2014, Melissa joined Jennifer Bett Meyer at Jennifer Bett Communications as the agency's Partner and Managing Director, and growing the company into the leading agency for fast-growing consumer brands that are redefining the modern marketplace. In 2017, Melissa was honored by the Public Relations Society of America as a member of its inaugural 15 Under 35 Awards, and holds a regular speaking presence across conferences, panels and podcasts.2020-09-2100 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Series Episode 4 - Miranda OrwigToday's Whatever Wednesday guest is a 5 foot 1 ball of fire! Miranda Orwig in her words is "just a lil ol housewife trying to get Jacked Up!" And that alone should be why you listen to this episode. What a great conversation, a little shorter than usual, but she will be back again in the next month or so. 2020-09-1600 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastMonday Motivation Series Episode 5 - Shea ZappiaToday’s guest is Chef Shea Zappia, Shea is currently a corporate Executive Chef specializing in recipe and menu development as well as consulting for some of the biggest restaurants in the Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse and Southern Tier. Earlier on in his career he was nominated for the Young Chef of the Year for the Northeast United States. At 25 Shea had his biggest growth earning eight out of 10 stars by the Buffalo news. Shea was also nominated as a top-five chef in Buffalo in 2013. Before his move to the corporate culinary world, Shea was the Executive Chef at...2020-09-1400 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Episode 3 - FalconToday's guest is a friend of mine that I met in Miami that goes by the name Falcon. Falcon and I became friends, and really started my podcast journey by creating The Jer & Falcon Unnamed Podcast (11 episodes that we never published). We had a fun conversation talking about a wide variety of topics and I was a little surprised and some of his responses, tune in and enjoy.2020-09-1000 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastMonday Motivation Series Episode 4 - Craig HarzewskiToday's guest is award winning Pastry Chef Craig Harzewski. Craig is currently the Pastry Chef at Brindille located in Chicago, IL.Even though 2020 is not a great year, Craig hasn't let that get him down. Craig has won the 2020 Jean Banchet Award and the 2020 Chicago Tribune's Critics Choice Award. Check out his amazing creations on instagram @craigharzewski 2020-09-0700 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Series Episode 2 - Gary BrowneToday's guest is Gary Browne, he is the first repeat guest. We received so much positive feedback that I invited him to the studio to chat about a bunch of different topics. We discussed sports during covid, how NYC is doing during this time, he asked a couple great questions about road trips, last meal and wether i'm a Man or a Dude, then forcing me to end the podcast so I have to invite him back again. Tune in for some fun conversation.2020-09-0200 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastMonday Motivation Series Episode 3 - Sean ConnerToday's guest is my best friend from college Sean Connor. Sean and I met back in 2002 while attending Berkeley college. Sean was Captain of the Basketball team and led them to their first division Championship. After college he went on to work at the NBA Retired Players association. Next he worked at Bevforce, which lead to a co-founder position at Force Brands which is the leading recruiting firm for Consumer Brands. *Surprise guest Professor Chris Christiansen joined the call at the beginning. Prof. Christiansen was a mentor to Sean and I while we attended college and to t...2020-08-3100 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastMonday Motivation Series Episode 2 - Rachel MariottiRachel is a mental health coach who is a pioneer in the blending of therapy and physical fitness. She holds a Masters Degree in Psychology from NYU. Rachel is known for her tough love coaching and her clients can speak to that. She also can’t be touched on the rowing machine.2020-08-2400 minThe Instant Journeyman's PodcastWhatever Wednesday Series Episode 1- Torthell RobinsonWhatever Wednesday Series is when I have a guest on to talk about anything from politics, sports, musicals, to science, step parenting or working out. Today's episode is with Torthell Robinson, I met him a little over 2 years ago when visiting San Diego. He was part of the of the Upright Citizens Brigade, is a NY & LA Film Academy Alum where he learned the process of storytelling through filmmaking. He recently wrote a novel that is in the process of being published and is the host & creator of Sit Your Ass Down (a Trash Talking Exp...2020-08-2000 min
The Instant Journeyman's PodcastMonday Motivation Series Episode 1 - Gary BrowneNeed Motivation entering the week? Monday Motivation Series is a quick 15 - 25 minute conversation with business leaders, entrepreneurs, athletes and more covering 5 questions on how they have become successful and what keeps them driven! This Monday we had Gary Browne on. Gary is President of Sales Globally for Equinox and is one of the most business focused individuals you will ever meet.2020-08-1700 min