Some of the most powerful conversations about faith don’t happen in church — they happen at the kitchen table. In this heartfelt episode, John sits down with the woman who started it all — his mom — for an honest, moving, and surprisingly funny conversation about faith, prayer, and what it means to believe in something bigger than yourself. From Catholic school roots to questioning everything at 17, to finding her way back — John’s mom shares the real story of a lifelong faith journey, including the prayer that helped pay for college, and what she’s learned about trusting the process after decades of life experience. John also opens up about his own faith evolution and shares a deeply personal story about a toxic workplace, a bathroom prayer, and the moment God basically said “get out of there.” Whether you’re deeply religious, spiritually curious, or somewhere in between — this one’s for you. You don’t always get what you want. But you get what you need.

What happens when two guys who ditched the pew — but never lost the plot — sit down to talk about faith? John sits down with musician and longtime friend Michael Cherry for one of the most refreshingly unfiltered conversations you’ll hear on the subject. From Catholic school dropouts to agnostic philosophers, they dig into what faith actually means when religion doesn’t fit the mold. Expect SpongeBob references, Star Wars analogies, a George Carlin misquote, and somehow — a surprisingly deep take on heaven, struggle, and what it means to believe in something when you’re not sure what that something is. No judgment, no agenda, just two regular guys figuring it out one episode at a time. Don’t be a d*ck — that’s the only commandment that matters here.

In this deeply reflective episode of My Kommunity, John sits down with author Rashaan Bryant to explore the true meaning of faith, spirituality, and self-discovery.

Rashaan shares his journey growing up in a deeply religious Baptist household and how life experiences—like a powerful moment working alongside a Muslim coworker—expanded his understanding of faith beyond religion.

Together, John and Rashaan dive into:

• The difference between religion and spirituality
• Why faith is often hardest in our lowest moments
• The importance of perspective and personal belief systems
• How people enter our lives at the exact moment we need them
• And what it truly means to build a relationship with a higher power

This episode is about unity, growth, and embracing your own path—without judgment, labels, or limitations.

What happens when success suddenly disappears?

In this episode of My Kommunity, I sit down with Nick Ramos — former military signal systems specialist turned high-performing solar salesman — to talk about the unpredictable journey of career, business, and personal growth.

Nick shares his story of:

• Transitioning from the military to civilian life
• Discovering unexpected success in sales
• Closing massive solar deals and building teams
• Watching companies collapse despite success
• Navigating layoffs, uncertainty, and reinvention
• Returning to school at 33 to pursue network & IT technology

This conversation goes beyond business. Nick opens up about growing up in a rough environment, questioning authority, and learning that life isn’t a race against anyone else — it’s you vs you.

Sometimes the path forward requires starting over.

What’s worse — being stuck in a “dead-end” job… or never sticking with anything at all?

In this episode of My Kommunity, I sit down with my longtime friend and former boss Jimmy to talk about:

• Our Abercrombie days and early 20s chaos
• Retail as a “transitional phase”
• Job hopping vs long-term consistency
• Breaking into tech through bootcamps
• 10 years in software engineering
• Corporate culture & terrible bosses
• “Chandler jobs” and meaningless work
• Will AI eliminate spreadsheet jobs?

We get real about fulfillment, money, work-life balance, mental health, and the struggle to find purpose in modern careers.

This one’s personal too — because Jimmy isn’t just a friend. He’s someone who showed up for me when it mattered most.

What’s it really like working in New York City?

In this episode of My Kommunity, I sit down with my guy Hector Santos (aka Sub Zero) — senior manager in cybersecurity, MBA holder, and future entrepreneur — to talk about:

• The reality of working in the city
• The pros & cons of the NYC grind
• Cybersecurity and consulting life
• Why failing fast is critical in business
• Building a 5–10 year plan
• Entrepreneurship vs. playing it safe
• The importance of asking yourself WHY

We also dive into community building — from fitness to gaming to mental health — and why relatable, “normal” voices matter more than influencer perfection.

Hector drops some real wisdom near the end:

👉 Don’t chase certifications just to chase them.

👉 Don’t build something without knowing your “why.”

👉 Fail fast. Learn faster.

In this powerful and personal episode of My Kommunity, John sits down with local Keyport legend, chemist, and gym lover Jasmine Medina to break down the realities of modern love. 💔❤️‍🔥

They dive into:

• Online dating vs. in-person connection
• Knowing yourself before entering a relationship
• Why dating in your 20s and 30s is nothing like it used to be
• Jasmine’s thoughts on her ideal partner (👀 gym guys, take notes)
• How self-growth and emotional maturity shape better relationships

💬 Jasmine shares her journey from long-term relationships to rediscovering self-worth, and how vulnerability, communication, and knowing your value are essential in today’s dating landscape.

Whether you’re in a situationship, engaged, or simply trying to figure yourself out — this episode is for everyone navigating love, life, and self-respect.

n this deeply moving episode of My Kommunity, John is joined by nurse, mother, and all-around incredible human Cecile Dimizio for a raw, vulnerable, and inspiring conversation about love, divorce, faith, motherhood, and the power of self-reflection.

Cecile opens up about:

• Her 20-year relationship and the journey to divorce
• What love looked like at 18 vs. what it means now
• Defining moments that shaped how she loves and how she wants to be loved
• The power of faith and surrender during life’s unravelings
• Core memories that shift your life forever
• Learning to stop accepting “good enough” and start choosing yourself

💬 With warmth, humor, and brutal honesty, Cecile reminds us that self-discipline is the highest form of self-love — and that sometimes, walking away is the most loving thing you can do for your future self.

If you’ve ever questioned your relationship, your worth, or whether you're truly showing up for yourself, this episode is for you.

🌹 P.S. Don’t forget the flowers.

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