Good Neighbor Podcast: Bergen

Bootstrapping a business takes more than just passion—it demands planning, resources, and support. That's what Kimberly Pangaro discovered through her remarkable journey from struggling single mother to successful entrepreneur and nonprofit leader.

On this enlightening episode, Kim reveals how her personal brand "Atomic Mommy" evolved from a simple parenting blog to a digital publishing company, and ultimate...

Imagine achieving the equivalent of 20,000 crunches in just 30 minutes or finally eliminating that stubborn cellulite that no amount of exercise seems to touch. These aren't fantasy scenarios but real possibilities with today's cutting-edge body contouring technologies.

Dr. David Abramson, a leading plastic surgeon serving northern New Jersey and New York City, returns to break down two revolutionary treatments c...

Discover the profound impact a doula can have on your birth experience with Lizzy Moati, a multilingual fitness doula serving Bergen County and surrounding areas. Lizzy shares her journey from personal experiences with childbirth to becoming a certified doula who bridges the gap between medical care and emotional support during pregnancy and delivery.

"Your relationship with your child starts when you're pregnant...

Carolyn Ingledue brings twenty years of massage therapy expertise and a fascinating personal journey to this enlightening conversation about healing through touch and sound. As the founder of Serenity Fix Wellness, she offers a unique blend of traditional massage techniques and innovative sound therapy that addresses stress at its physiological source.

The discussion takes a deep dive into Kita sound therapy, a one-on-one ...

Ever wondered why we wait until we're sick to see a doctor? Zach Dancel from Nava Health challenges this reactive approach to healthcare, sharing a powerful personal story that transformed his family's understanding of medicine and launched their mission to revolutionize wellness.

Zach's journey from Division I football player with NFL dreams to healthcare innovator began when his mother fell seriously ill. ...

What happens when a 31-year teaching career meets a husband's dietary diagnosis and a passion for baking? Eleanor Bradley's unexpected journey from classroom to kitchen reveals how life's challenges can inspire remarkable entrepreneurial ventures.

Eleanor, owner of Bradley Bake Shop in Bogota, NJ, joins us to share how her stress-relieving baking hobby transformed into a flourishing business specializing in ...

Meet Steve Finley, the man behind Finley Plumbing and Heating, whose unexpected career journey proves that genuine expertise and old-fashioned values still power the most trusted local businesses in Bergen County.

Steve's story begins behind bars – not the legal kind, but the Manhattan watering holes where he spent his early career as a bartender. Through a serendipitous connection with an irrigation specialist workin...

What happens when an ex-Israeli Navy SEAL becomes frustrated with typical recovery methods? Innovation that transforms backyard wellness. 

Leeron Mosayov joins us to reveal how Cielo Wellness emerged from personal necessity during COVID's darkest days. When her husband—an ultra-marathon runner and Ironman competitor—felt dissatisfied with disjointed sauna and ice bath experiences, he designed something revolutionary: ...

Spring brings renewal, and what better way to revitalize than by spring cleaning your diet? Dr. Dan DeFeo of the Osteopathic Family Medicine Practice of Northern New Jersey returns to share wisdom about seasonal eating that transforms not just your meals, but your health.

Many Americans struggle with vegetables, but Dr. DeFeo suggests this aversion might stem from eating out-of-season produce lacking peak flavor and nutrit...

The real estate landscape has transformed dramatically in recent years, and few professionals understand these shifts better than Chris Sapienza of Keller Williams' SEG Group. With experience dating back to 1991 and over 250 transactions closed in just five years, Chris brings a wealth of knowledge about Bergen County's distinctive market conditions.

What makes today's real estate market so different? While ...

Sarah Gorenstein takes us on a journey through the evolving landscape of dementia care, sharing insights from her transition from the United Kingdom to becoming a pivotal figure in reimagining how we support families facing cognitive decline in America.

The conversation reveals how our understanding of dementia has transformed over generations. What was once dismissively labeled as "going senile" is now recognize...

What happens when you need long-term care but haven't planned for it? Barbara Martin, elder law attorney at   Beattie Padovano,, pulls back the curtain on the often overwhelming world of estate planning, revealing solutions most families discover too late.

The financial reality is sobering - assisted living in Bergen County costs up to $12,000 monthly, with memory care reaching $18,000. These expenses can rapidly depl...

Ever wonder what happens when your apartment window gets stuck or shatters unexpectedly in the middle of Manhattan? Meet Juart  Reyes from Manhattan Windoors INC, a family-owned business that's been solving the glass emergencies of New York City since 2016.

Juart  shares the compelling story of how his father Angel transformed his career from building superintendent to business owner out of necessity to better provide...

Marie Wood's remarkable journey with Tumble-Bee Gymnastics pans nearly four decades—from being among the first students when its doors opened in 1986 to becoming its passionate owner. This beautiful full-circle story embodies the very essence of what makes Tumblebee special: genuine community connection that transcends generations.

What distinguishes Tumble-Bee Gymnastics from both national franchises and competitive ...

What happens when we stop doing the activities that once brought us joy? For many aging adults, this gradual disconnection from favorite pastimes often leads to isolation, cognitive decline, and diminished quality of life. Enter Brian Blotner of Silver Stage Motivators, who's created a revolutionary approach to eldercare focused on rekindling joy through meaningful engagement.

After 25 years in disaster cleanup, Brian...

What happens when potential customers reach out to your business after hours? For most small businesses, the answer is nothing—and it's costing them thousands in lost revenue. 

Dean Steinman, founder of Presentation Multimedia, reveals the shocking truth about response time on this eye-opening episode. "If somebody fills out a form and you don't get back to them within eight minutes, they're going to so...

Professional organizer Hope Kerner transforms cluttered households into peaceful sanctuaries through her Bergen County business, All Things Neat by Hope. As she explains, organizing isn't merely about aesthetics—it's about reclaiming your time, reducing stress, and creating functional systems that work with your lifestyle rather than against it.

After 25 years as a personal trainer, Hope noticed a pattern in her ...

Carol Silver Elliott's journey from communications graduate to President and CEO of Jewish Home Family reveals how passion for service can transform an entire field. After holding leadership positions in hospital systems and career development, she found her true calling in long-term care – a field some find depressing but that she describes as a daily gift of wisdom and connection from the elders she serves.

Under El...

Michael Donofrio's fitness journey wasn't always picture-perfect. After failing his NASM certification twice in his early twenties, many would have given up. Instead, he pivoted, obtained an alternative certification, and began building what would become Donofrio Fitness—now a thriving studio in Mahwah, New Jersey celebrating its sixth year in business.

What makes this fitness community special is Michael's ...