Inspiring stories from your community for Woodland Park, NJ.
We all need a little inspiration now and then. Sometimes all it takes is a new perspective, encouraging words, or a reminder that we’re not alone in our struggles. Your Hometown Podcast: Woodland Park features stories about Woodland Park residents who inspire, motivate, and empower. In each episode, host Joan Herrmann is joined by people who walk among us every day, making a difference in your community and the world. Their quiet contributions often go unnoticed, but their work and deeds have the power to change lives. A new episode drops the third Wednesday of each month.
About the Host:
Joan Herrmann is a New York radio host, producer, and creator of Change Your Attitude … Change Your Life. She has been an on-air personality on WOR710 AM and AM970 The Answer for the past 15 years. In addition, Joan is a media consultant, publisher and columnist. She has been featured in Forbes, on the BBC, and other print and broadcast media.
Episode 17: Donna Scarpa-Farraye offers thoughtful guidance to help make the school year a strong and healthy one for the whole family.
Episode 16: Ginny Caroselli shares how she navigated profound loss, leaned on her faith, and found the strength to move forward.
Episode 15: Jennifer Kula Spirio shares what she has learned from decades of experience at the bedside, in leadership roles, and now as an educator shaping the next generation of nurses.
Episode 14: Rich Paleski discusses his 40 year career in broadcast television and why we need to inspire the next generation to explore science, technology, engineering, and math.
Episode 13: Jairo Rodriguez talks about his experience in the armed forces, and the lessons he learned about leadership, resilience, and teamwork.
Episode 12: Todd Hollritt discusses his 45 years as a West Paterson volunteer firefighter and offers insight into the Department’s rich history.
Episode 11: Phyllis Hornstra shares why she is passionate about educating, supporting, and advocating for mental health awareness.
Episode 10: Shannon Marren explains why she believes it’s important to give back and how her community involvement has impacted her life.
Episode 9: Patti Pfeiffer discusses the myths and misconceptions of human trafficking and what we can do to make a difference.
Episode 8: Carol Vigoda Fuchs talks about her father’s legacy and what is was like to grow up with such a famous dad.
Episode 7: Sam Gencarelli discusses why it is important to remain hopeful, even when the odds are against you.
Episode 6: Angela Fraser discusses how she broke the cycle of generational trauma.
Episode 5: Lori Hinkle shares her journey through addiction, caring for a child, and finding purpose by helping those in need.
Episode 4: Cathy Pagano discusses how angels will offer you positive reinforcements and give you the tools to work through life's challenges.
Episode 3: Christine Tiseo survived two suicides in her family and has served as a member of the United States Army. She talks about how we can turn our pain into purpose.
Episode 2: Dr. Mark Salemi talks about his healing journey and the steps we can take to better cope with whatever challenges life throws at us.
Episode 1: Tracy Kallert talks about her journey from a single mom to borough leader, and inspires us to believe that achieving anything in life is possible.
“In order for any of us to change our life in a meaningful way, we must awaken a new attitude toward it, and toward ourselves as well.”
Nominate an inspiring person making a difference in your community.
Your Hometown Podcast wants to hear from you about the people in your life who are inspiring those around them. Nominate someone who is a current or former Woodland Park resident to be featured on a future episode. Click the button below and provide the nominee’s contact information and a brief description of what the person has done to inspire or impact their community.
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