The Janice Dean Podcast

Da-dum, da-dum, da-dum…it’s Shark Week on the Janice Dean podcast! Janice is joined by author and journalist, Michael Capuzzo for a conversation on his best-selling book, Close To Shore: A True Story of Terror in An Age of Innocence. Michael reveals details about that fateful July in 1916 on the New Jersey shore that would later become the inspiration for several books, movies and most notably the classic Steven Spielberg thriller, “Jaws.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thanks to today's technological advancements, finding the roots of your family tree has never been easier. Vice President of Marketing at MyHeritage Aaron Godfrey joins Janice for a conversation about her own lineage. Aaron emphasizes the value of understanding your identity & familial origins and how his company is helping people across the globe uncover their family history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No matter your age, it's never too late to chase your dreams and reshape your life. Award-winning journalist and author Gwendolyn “Wendy”) Bounds shares her story of transformation as detailed in her new book, Not Too Late. She discusses how in her forties, she decided to improve her mental and physical wellbeing by setting out and competing in obstacle courses, going on to become a medalist and world championship competitor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hurricane Beryl made landfall along the Texas coastline this past week, devastating the area and leaving millions of people without power. Assistant Executive Director of National Development at Minuteman Response John Lebeau discusses the organization's mission to offer life-saving services to those who've been impacted by disasters. Later, he shares some of stories of those he's helped and reflects on the impact it has left on him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From a young age, Gillian Krystal knew she had a song in her heart. Singer-Songwriter Gillian Krystal joins Janice to discuss the inspiration behind the music on her latest EP, Out of Frame. Gillian dives into her background and discusses the many leaps of faith she took throughout her career. Later, she shares how working alongside people with disabilities sparked her passion for music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Janice revisits her conversation with Co-founder and Chief Writer of Raconteur Life Story Writing, Olivia Savoie to discuss her business dedicated to writing personalized "life-story" books for the elderly. Olivia describes how her love and appreciation for the elderly led her to create Raconteur Life Story Writing. She shares the people she has met along the way from World War II Veterans to Holocaust Survivors, and why the younger generation needs to take time to get to know the seniors in their life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2001, Jodi O'Donnell-Ames lost her husband to Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) at the age of 36. However, she turned tragedy into purpose, and now works to help others navigating similar circumstances. Founder of Hope Loves Company Jodi O'Donnell-Ames shares how she found hope through caregiving, loss, and grief as detailed in her new book, Hope Givers: Conversations and Stories Of Hope. Jodi discusses how her family was impacted by terminal illness, and why she hopes to be an inspiring advocate for others today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From their deployment to their transition back to civilian life, the United Service Organizations (USO) stands with military members and their families. USO Northeast Regional President Rebecca Parkes discusses the history of the USO, as well as the future of the organization and how they plan to evolve to meet the needs of new generations of service men and women. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After this week's first presidential debate, Wyatt Sharpe brings a refreshing bi-partisan view of United States politics. 15-year-old journalist and Host of The Wyatt Sharpe Show, Wyatt Sharpe joins Janice to share how the pandemic sparked his interest in politics, inspiring him to launch a YouTube Channel where he breaks down Canadian and American politics. Later, Wyatt discusses his takeaways as a correspondent for the first presidential debate, the importance of being bipartisan in the age of misinformation, and how he manages to juggle being a journalist with school. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark your calendars - the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is returning to Madison Square Garden in February of 2025! President of the Westminster Kennel Club Dr. Don Sturz joins Janice to discuss the behind-the-scenes work that goes into planning the event. Later, he gives advice to people who are thinking about adopting a dog into their family, as well as those considering entering their pups in the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You know him from Wheel Of Fortune, Love Connection, and Greed. Now, legendary Game Show Host Chuck Woolery has made the Dean's List! Chuck shares some of his most memorable television moments throughout his career and discusses how his love for people and their stories is what helped him shine on TV. Later, he and Janice look back at the fun they had behind the scenes of the new FOX Nation special, '80s Quiz Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Searching for your next summer read? Liv Constantine has you covered. Authors & sisters Lynne and Valerie Constantine, known by their pen name, Liv Constantine, join Janice to discuss their latest book, The Next Mrs. Parrish. The duo discuss how they began writing together and shed light on the creative process that goes into creating their bestselling books. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Father's Day! Fox & Friends Co-Host Steve Doocy joins Janice to discuss all things parenthood and grandparenthood. Later, they reflect on their careers in television and share a behind-the-scenes glimpse into their preparation for Fox & Friends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo was questioned by House lawmakers about the deadly decisions he made during the COVID-19 pandemic. Chairman of the Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic Rep. Brad Wenstrup (R-OH) and Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (R-NY) join Janice to discuss what was revealed during their interviews with Governor Cuomo surrounding the nursing home deaths that occurred. Later, they explain why their fight for accountability isn't political, but instead, motivated by justice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the nation commemorates the 80th anniversary of D-Day and honors the bravery shown by U.S. troops during World War II, many Americans are comparing the grateful to serve soldiers from back then to shrinking military numbers now and are wondering...what in the world happened? FOX & Friends Weekend Co-host Pete Hegseth discusses how he breaks down this complex topic in his new book “The War on Warriors: Behind The Betrayal of the Men Who Keep Us Free.” Pete shares his inspiration for writing the book, the factors causing the military to crumble in the United States and reveals never-before-told stories about his own experiences being wrongly flagged in the army. Follow Janice on X: @JaniceDean Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If Michael Haus could ask former Governor Andrew Cuomo one question in response to the mishandling of nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, it would be, “why did we allow it to get to this point?” Janice sits down with the Administrator of Silver Lake Specialized Care Center in Staten Island, Michael Kraus, as well as Silver Lake’s Director of Social Services Lori Questel and Garfunkel Wild Health Care Attorney, Colleen Pierson for a conversation on why they will never stop advocating on behalf of patients and families impacted by the fatal mishandling of nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic and those still living there today. They also emphasize the need for these facilities to be managed under a patient first and business second mindset as opposed to the reverse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Leslie Polizzotto turned her love for doughnuts into a West Village sensation -- but after nine years of creating mind-blowing creations, she knew it was time to move on. Leslie shares her journey from a full-time law career to opening the Doughnut Project, a hand-crafted small batch doughnut shop, in Manhattan. Plus, she gives listeners a taste of the process crafting The Doughnut Project’s unique, savory flavors that took the New York City food scene by storm and why, after nine years of success, she decided to close shop in February and pivot to new passions. Follow Janice on X: @JaniceDean Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Severe storms have been coursing through the U.S. for months now, and with hurricane season upon us, things will likely only get worse. But, have no fear, energy industry meteorologist & Managing Editor of Houston's 'Space City Weather,' Matt Lanza is here! As someone with years of experience analyzing storms, Matt shares his predictions for this year's hurricane season and explains how families can prepare if they're in an area that could be hit. Follow Janice on X: @JaniceDean Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Memorial Day, the Founder, President, and CEO of Semper Fi & America's Fund Karen Guenther looks at how the organization has worked to support veterans and military families over the past 20 years. Karen explains how the scars of war and emotional trauma aren't just limited to those who've served but can affect families and loved ones as well. She reflects on the tight-knit relationships she's made through The Fund and shares what services the organization provides to keep military families strong during hard times. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You may recognize Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine from his hit series, Restaurant Impossible on Food Network. But beyond his TV appearances, Chef Irvine devotes much of his time and resources to supporting our nation's military. Chef Irvine unpacks how food has the ability to heal and unite us during dark and difficult times. He highlights the many services offered by the Robert Irvine Foundation and discusses how listeners can pay their respects to service members and their families. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices