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Great candid conversation with my lifelong fitness idol GILAD. Gilad Janklowicz is one of the world's most popular fitness personalities. As a pioneer in the fitness industry, he has helped millions (including me) stay fit with his popular TV fitness show "Bodies in Motion" which launched in 1983 and was filmed outdoors in beautiful Hawaii. I remember working out to GILAD's show every morning or taping it on my VCR. I would bring that VHS tape with me on vacation just to ensure that I got my workout in with Gilad - a handsome man with a fantastic physique and a great Israeli accent! Need I say more? I was hooked! His workouts were effective and fun. I am happy to report that both he and the show are still going strong, now celebrating 40 years on-air. In this interview, we talked about his life, how he got started, the challenges and the joys, the media industry, and of course health, nutrition, and wellness. Experience GILAD for yourself! Look up some free workouts online or better yet, get the "GILAD TV" app for on-demand streaming. It's worth it!! Trust me. You will be hooked like I have been for over 3 decades! :-) https://www.giladondemand.com   Connect with GILAD: Instagram @gilad_bodies_in_motion Facebook https://www.facebook.com/bimhawaii/   Get more GILAD: giladondemand.com  gilad.shop digital.bodiesinmotionwithgilad.com fitwithgilad.com gilad.tv  ---------------------------------------------------------------- ONE TAKE WITH JESS podcast c/o Kona Benellie - Follow, Like, subscribe to all of these :-) please and thank you • YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/konabenellie • Audio Podcast: search "One Take with Jess" and subscribe on your smartphone's podcast app • Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/onetakewithjess/ • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/onetakewithjess • Twitter - https://twitter.com/konabenellie oh, and always feel free to buy THROWBEEs at www.konabenellie.com --------------------------------------------------------------------

With almost 3 decades of knowledge and experience in the Beauty and Consumer Goods industries, Laura Garratt is a Global Product Innovation 'Guru' having worked for some of the biggest brands such as Estee Lauder, Revlon, bareMinerals, and Monat. She currently owns her own consulting business delivering strategic guidance in this a sector. A little secret... Laura is one of my dearest friends and we had such a great chat. She alloweed me to pick her brain on the follwoing topics: VR filters and AI in the beauty/cosmetics industry How influencers changed the game How the pandemic and Zoom effected the beauty industry Sexual beauty known as V-beauty (yes, the privates!) Anti-aging now known as Pro-aging How brands were born - a little bit of history Combatting vanity and body dysmorphia Differentiating, niches and inroads into the industry for new products "Clean "ingredients Men! Men! Men! When to throw out your cosmetics the LGBTQ market Diet, nutrition, exercise, and supliments - caring from your skin from the inside out To our audience: Thank you for your time. We value your feedback and would greatly appreciate a 5-star review.  Please SUBSCRIBE and SHARE the podcast. Listen via your smartphone's podcast app or WATCH the video on our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv3YgH2oNWrM6Qle9dk5lng.

In this episode of One Take with Jess, Miguel Navarro and Jess discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly about Generative AI (Artificial intelligence). Miguel is an seasoned digital leader and innovator. How does ChatGPT compare to an Alexa? What is Gen AI and how does it engage with us back and forth? Will AI eliminate jobs? Is it OK to prompt the AI with personal or proprietary infomation? Wise words: "Don't tell the AI anything you wouldn't tell your neighbor." Is AI just a bubble? What are the benefits and the fears? How can companies utilize AI to meet the needs of customers now and in the future? And sooo much more. Super conversation! I'm happy to have had this conversation with Miguel and you will be too atfter this podcast. If AI is new to you, jump into the pool and get to know the lingo. AI is already around us and it's here to stay.

#51 Dr. Kenneth Tomkovich and Jess chat about pioneering cryoablation for breast cancer tumors. Cryoablation is defined as using extreme cold (cryo) to distroy (ablate) tissue from the inside out. His work in cryoablation for breast cancer serves the patient with a gentler way to treat breast cancer tumors as compared to a traditional lumpectomy. Cryoablation is minimally invasive, less stressful on the patient, less recovery time, and no disfigurement. In most cases, a patient can have their ablation proceedure and then go out to lunch right after. Listen/watch for much more of our great chat on One Take with Jess.

Dr. Philip Ovadia, heart surgeon, and Jess talk about METABOLIC HEALTH & how to stay off his operating table on ONE TAKE WITH JESS. Dr. Philip Ovadia is a board-certified cardiac surgeon and founder of Ovadia Heart Health. As a heart surgeon who was once morbidly obese himself, he recognized the need to focus on metabolic health. He is on a mission to educate people about myths and truths of nutrition and empower people to improve their health with proper choices. Getting older should not mean getting sicker. Together we define metabolic health, how to measure if you are in good metabolic health, and how to take hold of your diet and your body in a holistic way. Take control of your wellbeing. How to reach Dr. Philip Ovadia: www.ifixhearts.com or https://ovadiahearthealth.com for courses and coaching Twitter @ifixhearts Buy his book "Stay Off My Operating Table"

#49 Alex Porter, Mod Tech Labs and Jess chat about making new immersive tech more attainable and more efficient in the new world of Web3 + Metaverse - 3D, VR, AR, and more. MOD TECH LABS is based in Austin, TX. https://modtechlabs.com (Open Investment Round ends Mar. 15th. It's your chance to invest in the future.)

#48 Metaverse Lawyer MITCH JACKSON and Jess talk about the life changing aspects of the metaverse - Web3, NFTs, DAOs, VR, and more - altering the way we work, communicate, and live. But proceed with caution. IRL (in real life) frameworks still apply when it comes to good business practices and personal protections. Mitch Jackson is an award winning 2009 Orange County Trial Lawyer of the Year and 2013 California Litigation Lawyer of the Year. He enjoys applying his 35 years of practicing law to help and add value to consumers and clients who are doing the digital dance at the intersection of law, business and technology including the Metaverse and Web3. In addition to speaking several times at Tony Robbins Business Mastery events before audiences of thousands, Mitch is an early legal adopter of live video with keynotes and presentations at the New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles Periscope Summits. He has appeared as a guest and has shared expert commentary on shows with Katie Couric, Anderson Cooper, Seth Godin, Peter Diamandis, and Gary Vaynerchuk. Be on the lookout for Mitch's new book coming soon called "The Metaverse Handbook - How to create, market and sell in a virtual world." Please stay connected with Mitch at https://mitchjackson.com 

On Jan 1st of this new year, Lord Truffington posted an emotional tweet expressing great gratitude to the NFT community at a time when he needed them the most. During the pandemic and the harsh lockdown in the UK, he felt more lost than ever feeling overwhelmingly lonely and depressed. In 9 months after discovering NFTs, he was back to being his cheerful self realizing that, while the profits were rewarding, it was the community of people and the strong relationships formed that breathed life back into to his self-confidence and his vision of the future. "They gave me hope again." We talked much more about NFTs, a variety of projects including PAK, and shared some tips for newcomers to the space. While some feel it is too late to get in to NFTs, it is actually very early in the grand scheme of things. Please listen and share. #podcast #NFTs #NFT #metaverse #onetakewithjess #twitter #twitterspaces #discord #alpha #wagmi #gmfrens #christies #sothebys #NFTart Please subscribe to our main KONA BENELLIE channel on YouTube for ONE TAKE WITH JESS. You can also 'listen' on your podcast app and don't forget to subscribe there too . We welcome your feedback, comments, and ratings.

Episode #46. Why is cream cheese not in stock? Why have prices of goods gone up? Why is it 10x more costly to get a shipping container from China to the US? These answers reside deep within the SUPPLY CHAIN. Bob Somerville is a longtime professional in the logistics industry. I've worked with him for almost a decade when importing my soft goods inventory in from overseas. I've had many long chats with him about the current supply chain and how it is effecting consumers and businesses, small and large. This podcast is yet another one of my conversations with Bob but this time you get to hear it too to help you understand what is really going on with the supply chain. You will even get some tips on how you can mitigate the risks to your business or your household. Please subscribe to our main KONA BENELLIE channel on YouTube for ONE TAKE WITH JESS. You can also listen to the podcast by subscribing to ONE TAKE WITH JESS on your podcast app. We welcome your feedback, comments, and ratings.

Episode #45. Peg Samuel has her finger on the pulse of tech innovation. As a former NYU Professor, she has a knack for translating new tech into understandable relatable terms. She and Jess are both seasoned professionals and together they shed light onto the Metaverse, NFTs, DeFi (Decentralized Finance), and more as they themselves continue to learn and grow in this space. Follow Peg on Twitter @socialdiva and Jess @konabenellie. Participate in the twitter 'spaces' - audio only community rooms that welcome people to listen, participate, and learn. Keep asking questions and get your feet wet in the many facets of the Metaverse. Please subscribe to our main KONA BENELLIE channel on YouTube for ONE TAKE WITH JESS. You can also listen to the podcast by subscribing to ONE TAKE WITH JESS on your podcast app. We welcome your feedback, comments, and ratings.

Gerald Henderson's has always educated the kids in his family about business literacy and even made them business owners of their own LLCs as early as 9 years old so they can learn first hand about running a business whether it was ordering inventory, following trends, forecasting, marketing, maintenance, reinvestment, etc. His approach is based on life lessons learning from his grandmother, his education, his experience, and his desire to keep learning and keep teaching. His roots run deep in Detroit and he recently purchased an entire city block representing his past and also representing his desire to help pave a better future for Detroit. Learning more about Gerald in this podcast was a treat and an inspiration. We often chat in our 10-15 person Clubhouse rooms related to confessions of an entrepreneur. I always look forward to Gerald's perspective on life, business, and our future generations.

How cool! Working with Major League Baseball players to optimize their performance on and off the field with "adjustments"! Linda believes that life is not about doing it all, it's about doing it well. And to do it well calls for adjustments. Linda started out as an engineering major in college, became a mom, invented a product, and then taught at a local college which led to her affiliation with Major League Baseball (the MLB). We talk all about it in the podcast. Her "PAR" test and Million Dollar Adjustments program help develop high performance people in competitive environments, one adjustment at a time. She is the author of the book "Million Dollar Adjustments - The Power of Small Changes on Performance, Productivity, and Peace" now available on Amazon, Barnes & Nobles, majorleagueconsulting(dot)com, and anywhere books are sold.

As an Entrepreneur and Inventor herself, Christina knows the struggle of small businesses when it comes to the desire to gain exposure with very little budget to do it. She shares how she started without any experience in PR and NO media contacts and ended up featured in over 50 media outlets in less than one year! Her daily tips and guidance are accessible to everyone for free on social empowering people to achieve PR success on their own. She's an award winning inventor, author of "PR for Anyone", and speaker.

Stephen Key is the world’s leading expert in licensing consumer products. He focuses on educating and empowering others to "create great wealth by finding something that does not require your hands, your presence, and has a multiplying effect", as Stephen's dad told him a long long time ago. Stephen has achieved repeated success as an independent Inventor, including defending his intellectual property against Lego, Inc one of the largest toy companies in the world in federal court. The innovative packaging solution he brought to market is protected by more than 20 patents and received 15 industry awards, including two Edisons awards. His products have sold in Walmart, 7-Eleven, and Disney stores and theme parks worldwide, as well as been endorsed by Michael Jordan, Alex Trebek, and Taylor Swift. Collectively, his inventions and products have sold more than half a billion units and generated billions of dollars of revenue. inventRight, the coaching program he founded in 1999 has helped people in more than 65 countries license their product ideas. He explains how to take advantage of the power of open innovation on his popular YouTube channel InventRightTV and his articles for Forbes, Inc., and Entrepreneur online. In 2017, he cofounded Inventors Groups of America with the goal of educating and empowering Inventors and Inventing group leaders. He is also the cofounder of inventYes, a free program about product licensing for high school students worldwide. In 2019 he taught University of Newcastle in Australia students his 10 step strategy for licensing product ideas, originally published in his best selling book One Simple Idea: How to turn your dreams into a licensing gold mine. In 2020 Stephen became a founding member and on the board of US IP Alliance helping educate entrepreneurs and inventors on intellectual property. In 2021 Stephen was nominated for Mojo Nation 100. The 100 most influential figures working in toy and game design today. He is also the author of: One Simple Idea for Startups and Entrepreneurs, Sell Your Ideas With or Without a Patent, Become a Professional Inventor: The Insider’s Guide to Companies Looking for Ideas, and Licensing Ideas using Licensing Ideas Using LinkedIn: Ditch Cold Calling Forever! Today, Stephen is involved in licensing a new packaging innovation Fishbone Packaging, Inc that eliminates plastic rings on six packs of beverages which is endorsed by The Ocean Foundation.

Navigating the college admissions process has always been tricky but in today's world you can add the layers of social, political, and health concerns to that. Karin-Jill Schneider is an expert as a College Admissions Consultant for decades and breaks down all of the essentials helping parents and student traverse this terrain. We covered all topics including: -- Standardized testing (SAT/ACT) -- 'Test optional' or 'test blind' - what it really means to you when colleges/universities say they are 'test optional' or 'test blind' -- The common app and the huge importance of THE ESSAY -- The way college measure (and score) your level of interest based on you visiting schools remotely and/or in-person, opening emails, how quickly you open emails, etc. -- Quotas - race, ethnicity, gender. The need for more transparency from colleges. -- Social climate (liberal, conservative, etc.) of college not only factors into the students decision to go there but also factors into the admissions decision to even accept you in. -- Setting a road map starting as early as middle school. AND SOOO MUCH MORE!!

Dr. Pascale Tufau, MD - Ob/Gyn and Jess chat about pregnancy, menopause, women's health, the vaccine, fertility, marijuana, and more on ONE TAKE WITH JESS. It was a pleasure to catch up with Pascale. She plays a vital role in helping bring the next generation of humans into this world. I enjoyed hearing all about her wonderful experiences including the two trips to Haiti before and after the earthquake helping the locals as a physician. We talked about everything related to women's health. When I say everything, I mean EVERYTHING! A must listen for all the ladies. Dr. Pascale Tufau attended Carnegie Mellon University, where she received a Bachelor's degree in Microbiology. She then attended New York University School of Medicine where she earned her medical degree. Dr. Tufau completed her residency in Gynecology and Obstetrics at the Johns Hopkins Hospital School of Medicine/Greater Baltimore Medical Center. She currently practices at Capital Women's Care in Fredrick, MD.

Passion for Fashion, Strong work ethic, and The Universe led Ali to PURPOSE, FAMILY, and COMMUNITY. One thing that stood out in our chat is how real Ali is. She wasn't always this way while she was trying to create her brand but after the birth of her first daughter and a bout of postpartum depression, she shifted into full authenticity mode showing the good, the bad, and the ugly. She celebrates successes and shares her struggles with her growing community on social media. She is very relatable as a mom, a wife, and a business woman. She has worked hard for everything she's achieved and continues to keep her world open to new inspiration and relationships that the universe sends her way. Mediation, journaling, self-care, and delegating are core to her work/life balance and mental health. Her husband Justin is supportive of her goals and is a wonderful dad. Follow Ali on social @alilevinedesign and listen to Ali's podcast "Everything with Ali Levine". Here's more ALI: www.alilevine.com Instagram.com/ALiLevineDesign Twitter.com/AliLevineDesign Linkedin.com/AliLevineDesign Pinterest.com/AliLevineDesign YouTube: https://youtu.be/FEznXLcZyRM Don't forget to follow her podcast on Instagram too https://instagram.com/everythingwithalilevine ---------------- Be sure to subscribe to (and LIKE) “ONE TAKE WITH JESS” hosted by Kona Benellie Founder Jessica Mashkevich - the podcast that inspires, educates, informs, and challenges you. Watch/listen to in-depth conversations with guests from various industries and walks of life. Video version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/KonaBenellie Audio version: search “One Take with Jess” on your podcast listener. Follow on Instagram and Facebook @onetakewithjess If you are enjoying ONE TAKE WITH JESS, please leave us a 5 star review along with some kind words telling us why you love it. We strive to deliver topics that are relevant to you.   SCREENSHOT this episode and Tag us so we can Share it and give you a shoutout!! :-) If you ever have feedback or guest requests,  DM Jess on Instagram or Facebook @onetakewithjess. Always happy to hear from you.

David Adorno and Jess met on Clubhouse, an audio-only platform brings people together to discuss topics of interest. David hosts a discussion called "Confessions of an Entrepreneur" daily at 8:30amET and you'll find me there quite often. The topic changes daily and the truth comes out! David sat down with me on my podcast to chat more about his background, his successes, and his challenges. He was very authentic and exposed some personal challenges including alcohol habits that I can relate to. A very real episode of true confessions about entrepreneurship on One Take with Jess. ---------------- Be sure to subscribe to (and LIKE) “ONE TAKE WITH JESS” hosted by Kona Benellie Founder Jessica Mashkevich - the podcast that inspires, educates, informs, and challenges you. Watch/listen to in-depth conversations with guests from various industries and walks of life. Video version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/KonaBenellie Audio version: search “One Take with Jess” on your podcast listener. Follow on Instagram and Facebook @onetakewithjess If you're loving  ONE TAKE WITH JESS, please leave us a 5 star review along with some kind words.  Reviews mean so much to us and the show. We strive to deliver topics that are relevant to you. Tell us why you love it so others can find it too. DM Jess on Instagram or Facebook  @onetakewithjess to say hello and Follow! SCREENSHOT this episode if you LOVE it and Tag us so we can Share it!!

#36 Greg DeLoia, former QVC Senior Buyer talks about the dynamics of Product and Buyer Relationship from both sides of the table - innovator as well as gatekeeper on ONE TAKE WITH JESS. If you have ever hoped to catch your lucky break by getting your product onto the largest TV shopping channel or into big box retail, this interview is a must-listen. Greg now is CEO of Compass Strategies helping other companies bring quality products to market meshing the latest technologies into designs that elevate and differentiate. 

#35 Connie Embley, Principal of Allentown High School talks about getting 100% of the kids back for in-person learning in school along with the plan and the challenges on ONE TAKE WITH JESS. We talk teachers, sports, students, parents, and more. 

In a matter of 6 months, Max Greb @maxthemeatguy has become a social media sensation grabbing the attention of millions with his super creative cooking videos usually focused on meat. I spoke with Max on ONE TAKE WITH JESS where I really got to know "the man behind the meat". I learned about his family, his stay in China, his career in finance, and his passion for cooking. His "meat cake" caught the attention of celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay and from that moment on Max seems to be on Gorgon's radar as he as reviewed a number of Max's videos since. Keep an eye on this one folks because Max is going to continue to shine. He is humble and talented. Follow Max @maxthemeatguy on all social media. And don't forget to get cooking yourself. I know I'm going to be making a nice yummy steak tonight!! :-) Please give this podcast 5-starts and Subscribe. You can also watch and subscribe to the VIDEO version of this on our YouTube channel ONE TAKE WITH JESS. Please support our sponsor of this podcast Kona Benellie, creators of the THROWBEE. "Best wearable blanket on the planet!" Perfect for outdoor dining and indoor everything. Buy now at www.throwbee.com and follow @konabenellie on social media. As a result of your purchases, Kona Benellie gives blankets to shelter dogs to comfort them as they await a forever home. 

Dr. Jason Whitney is the Program Coordinator of Penn State's Collegiate Recovery Community (CRC), a program of Student Affairs that helps support students in recovery from alcohol and other substance use disorders as they pursue higher education and success at Penn State. The CRC is a dedicated recovery community that reinforces healthy and sustainable habits of mind, body, and spirit. According to Dr. Whitney "The students in recovery in this program have made the decision to desist entirely from the use of alcohol and other drugs and are committed to a program of action that will maximize their chances of achieving long-term recovery while meeting their educational (and other life) goals. Some of our students live in ROAR House, our dedicated on-campus recovery housing. The Penn State Collegiate Recovery Community embodies everything that is great about Penn State: Excellence, support for one's fellow students, service to the community, and strong alumni support. Come see for yourself this powerful and highly personalized program and the success that students regularly find within our tight-knit community." Please check out ALL of the services related to this CRC program. College is a wonderful place of higher learning and adulting, and yes, partying. If alcohol, drugs, marijuana (weed, pot, whatever they are calling it now-a-days), or other substances has already become a problem of addiction, there is support. Please reach out to Dr. Jason Whitney. https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/recovery https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/recovery/about-crc

Steve and Jess chat about puppies, pot, pilates, painting, and professional life out in beautiful Colorado. This is Steve's second time on the podcast (episode 5 was the first). He has worked with top celebrities and the biggest brands throughout his agency career and was VAYNER Media's first Chief Creative Officer. He left VAYNER in 2019 to start "Made In-House" and teach businesses how to thrive using their own in-house capabilities saving money and time ... “Give a brand a fish, and you feed it for a day. Teach a brand to fish, and you feed it for a lifetime.” True True! The pandemic has allowed him to dive deeper into his artistic woodworking side creating very cool pieces of furniture and wall art out of Home Depot materials. He has also become an integral part of his wife's fitness business producing her videos and growing her social media presence. We chat about The Green Mile which refers to Denver's marijuana/cannabis dispensaries and how recreational use of pot has effected the area since it was approved over 6 years ago in Colorado. Always a fun conversation with Steve! www.madein-house.com @stevehappens @haileyhappensfitness @onetakewithjess Subscribe to "One Take with Jess". Follow @onetakewithjess on Instagram and Facebook.

Scott Aaron grew up in a small town in upstate New York, the foothills of the Catskills, the borscht belt. Scott started his young adult life as a professional golfer traveling to amazing parts of the world. He then pursued a career as a real estate developer in NYC and has been wowing the city for over 25 years. Today, he continues to make his mark on the greatest city in the world. We discussed how the pandemic and the social unrest have both taken a toll on NYC but there are blue skies ahead. Scott continues to develop gorgeous luxury apartments with the utmost consideration for how people want to work, play, live, and love in our majestic NYC. He and I have been friends since we were young and grew up in the same town. We have a lot of history and it was great to catch up with this old friend.

Fascinating conversation with Alex Porter, CEO of MOD Tech Labs. Jess and Alex's in-depth conversation helps us understand the world of "extended realities" ... MR, XR, VR, AR, AI, 3D and more! Alex's company specializes in volumetric video, photogrammetry, 3D, mesh, and videogrammetry in the entertainment, healthcare, and medical industries. They are doing cutting edge stuff. They bring visual content to life, quickly and cost effectively. modtechlabs.com

LaToya Allen, Vice President / Branch Manager at a big Bank,  migrated from Jamaica to the United States 17 years ago and started working as a teller for the bank while taking college courses at the same time. Her company's tuition reimbursement benefit actually funded much of her college education. We talked about the student debt, getting into the work force early, being a good manager, being a good parent, empowering others, helping people grow, staying on your own path, mentors, challenges, and new Financial Literacy workshops. Her tips apply to being a good manager and to LIFE in general. 'Inspect what you expect.' Understanding a 'skill' issue vs. a 'will' issue which tells you if you need to coach 'up' or coach 'out'. "Every setback is a setup for a comeback!" Stay tuned to our new and exciting collaboration ... 5 WORKSHOPS on different aspects of FINANCIAL LITERACY!

Neil Schloss, CEO of CannaSense is a CPA by trade as well as a tech guy. He started CannaSense out of compassion for those that were suffering from illnesses that can be helped by cannabis for medicinal use. We spent time talking about everything from the 'medicine' itself (cannabis) to the arrest (police, jail, lawyers) to the overall day-to-day of running a cannabis company. His company functions as a non-profit. CannaSense also has a scholarship program that awards students a scholarship quarterly. CannaSense.com

Jim DeBetta, of WeKnowInventing, is a world-renowned invention/product expert, best-selling author, and 'the guy' that many inventors hope to work with when taking an idea from napkin sketch to big box shelves. He is a former executive of Shark Tank's Kevin Harrington. Jim is very reputable in the industry amongst retail buyers but most importantly, he is VERY candid with his inventor clients about the pitfalls of this business setting realistic exceptions for overzealous inventors, educating and guiding them with a proper gameplan. Our conversation was full of important information that ALL INVENTORS should hear. I (Jess) am an inventor myself (THE THROWBEE) and have gone through many trials and tribulations to eventually make my product successful. Lots of ups and downs. This podcast is a must-listen for Inventors.

Grab a pen cause you're gonna want to write this info down. Gary lays out lots of real-life scenarios that emphasize the need for planning. Getting your house in order now can benefit you tremendously while you are still alive and also when you are dead. Make a WILL, think about a TRUST - Gary talks about the pillars of financial planning - Legal, Tax, Financial, and Health. Best to work with a professional when creating your Wills, Trusts, Power of Attorney, and other instruments like these. It's worth the upfront investment to do it right the first time. 

Ever wonder how a Chef spends THANKSGIVING? Chef Randy tells all PLUS get lots of tips and trick to making your Thanksgiving delicious. One tip is to toss out the turkey and serve prime rib instead. LOL! We talk preparation, side dishes, dessert, leftovers and more. Always a good time with Chef Randy!! 

Dr. Ritu Khullar of 'Goldstar Pediatrics' in Colts Neck, NJ chats with Jessica Mashkevich about KIDS HEALTH. They cover almost every topic imaginable including COVID, back to school, vaccinations, mental health, diet, exercise, family matters, marijuana, vaping, and more.

It’s Entrepreneur Hour on One Take with Jess! KEYSOCKS inventors Shelby McKee & Christy Parry chat with friend and fellow inventor KONA BENELLIE founder Jessica Mashkevich about the journey of creating a product that people love and the road of entrepreneurship they have traveled thus far. Many people think entrepreneurship equals freedom of not going into an office nor being tied to a desk. Shelby and Christy talk candidly about their experiences and what others can learn from their mistakes and their successes. Entrepreneurship is not for the faint of heart. It can take 10 years to become an overnight success.

Joanne Nadell Esq., Collaborative Divorce Attorney and Mediator, and Jess talk about the many facets of DIVORCE and how mediation can keep things calm and efficient if it's time to part ways. The pandemic has revealed a 34% increase in divorce inquires in the US, 41% increase in the UK, and 30% increase in Italy. If divorce becomes necessary, then "mediation" or "collaborative divorce" can be calmer alternatives to get it done that help make it easier on the children, less hostile, and more efficient.

Lorenzo Borghese and Kona Benellie's founder Jessica Mashkevich caught up with each other on her podcast "One Take with Jess". Lorenzo is a businessman, a humanitarian, a celebrity, and a prince. He's also extremely active in animal rescue especially in his own organization ANIMAL AID USA which is run by superwoman Karen Lasasso. October is National Adopt-a-Dog month and being that Jess and Lorenzo are both active in this sphere, they highly recommend people adopt their next best friend as soon as possible. They talked about his new beer line called South Beach Brewing Company and how it has been effected by the pandemic. And they both talked about the climate of the nation when it comes how unfortunate it is that there is such a divide.

Jess and Hady Mendez discuss Hady's meaningful life journey leaving behind her successful corporate career after suffering the loss of her mom and sister to become a missionary for 2 years in Bolivia, how her charitable work impacted the women she helped, and how the journey impacted herself as a person. We also discuss her transition back to the US where she regained her successful career path while also now focused on making favorable changes related to DIVERSITY, EQUITY, and INCLUSION as Global Lead of Latinflare.  

Toby Stark, Health Insurance Expert, and Jess discuss health insurance and the big flaws of the system - "pay more for less". We dig deeper into questions such as Why is health insurance is tied to the employer, why do premiums continue to be on the rise while coverage declines, who is eligible for subsidies, why does the middle class continue to get shafted, Medicare, and more.

How to make the perfect steak with New York CHEF RANDY RESNICK and Jessica Mashkevich on "One take with Jess". In 15 minutes we cover how to pick the right cut of meat, common mistakes people make, using grill vs. pan, aging, seasoning, and of course SIDES that people loooove with their meat such as creamed spinach, asparagus, and 'street corn'. Watch and learn. Warning: you will crave a good steak after this. ENJOY.

Get timely info about SCHOOL REOPENING inside Jess' interview with Allentown High School Principal Connie Embley. If you have a kid in school, you'll want to watch this! Connie and I discuss a full range of topics including: - Balancing safety and fun - Hybrid option vs Exclusively Remote leaning - Day 1 for a Hybrid student ... what to expect! - Masks are NOT optional - Mental health and emotional support - GYM CLASS - SPORTS - Thresholds for a shutdown - Air quality and ventilation - Outdoor classes - 100% of teachers came back - No sharing of school supplies - Proper tech and training for teachers to teach in-school and remotely - Should there be random online pop-ins by administration to observe and optimize teachers for best online learning and teaching performance? - Realtime communication between students, parents, teachers, and principal to work out any issues. - Strong tech team ready to help - Liability - Covid testing - Masks, face shields, and SEE-THROUGH MASKS - Mask requirement needs to be 2-ply. NO gators, NO bandanas, NO valve masks - The Candle Test - Special Education - LUNCH

Jon Bell, Bell Law Group and Jess impart IMPORTANT INFO to help you avoid or win a lawsuit. I'm sure you will take action as a business owner after listening to Jon talk about accessibility laws and how businesses are 100% liable for violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act - Title III. Be prepared to ensure that your store, your website, and even your gift cards are not in violation of the ADA before it cost you dearly in claims and legal fees. We also talk about age discrimination, anti-retaliation, sexual-harassment, and super important compensation info about hiring a NANNY (hint: they should be paid an 'hourly' wage and hours are to be documented with sign in / sign out sheets. So much more helpful info about this since many people are not handling this correctly and are leaving themselves very exposed to large lawsuits. Lastly, we talk about FUN at Family Camp!!

SiriusXM Radio host JENNY HUTT and Jess talk Weight, Fitness #movementmovement, Bunny Eyez, Back to School, tiktok, BILLIONS, Dr. Laura, Howard Stern, and more. Aside from a great radio talk show host, Jenny is also a lawyer and inventor of Bunny Eyez. She started her radio career in 2005 with Martha Stewart's daughter Alexis and over the years explored opportunities in TV with Dr. Drew, red carpet hosting, CNN, Entertainment Tonight, etc. She established her own show JUST JENNY in 2012 loving the intimacy and interaction of live radio. We discussed her thoughts of podcasts vs radio and that there's room for everyone - "If you are good, they will find you." We talked about her brother Brian Koppelman's TV show BILLIONS. No worries, it will be back!! Love that show! Jenny and I chatted about Dr. Laura and family first, parenting, marriage. And the dreaded "Who has been your favorite guest" question. LOL! Hint: Dolly Parton was one of them. It was a personal trip down memory lane for Jenny. There have been so many great guests. She doesn't have a fave. And lastly we made mention of Howard Stern and Cameo.

REEZY and Jess talk LIFE... from his abusive childhood to his super success mastering the flip life on ebay and Amazon.

Andy Wyman, founder of Wyman Legal Solutions, makes a return visit. He's on a mission to tackle "The Justice Gap" by creating tools to guide, educate, and empower the 80% of people who aren't rich enough nor poor enough to access proper legal representation in all matters - from business agreements, to wills, to small claims cases, and more. He also has a service called "Business Lawyer on Retainer" that provides people access a lawyer for a low monthly or yearly retainer fee (as low as $10/day for your very own lawyer!). - at www.WymanLegalSolutions.com. We also talked about another 'gap' that effect the older population when it comes to the lack accessibility of services that are critical to filing for pandemic related relief (PPP, unemployment, doing everyday business) - there are many people especially the aging population, that are less computer literate that are being shut out of many services that seem to be only accessible ONLINE since phone support has exorbitant on-hold times of hours long. We also talked about re-opening of the workplace/schools, debt, bankruptcy, and more.

My guest today on ONE TAKE WITH JESS is Lynette Barbieri, a Licensed Financial Professional. Lynette and I (Jessica Mashkevich, host of ONE TAKE WITH JESS) talk about it all from saving, to spending, investing, retirement, college, and more. We talk about how empowering yourself with an intimate knowledge of your own personal finances is extremely beneficial and to take a real candid look at where your money goes. We talk about the current economy related to businesses and jobs and how it has affected people's personal finances as well as the steps to take to better your own personal situation now and for the future.

Jess chatted with Fire Chief Brian Soller who is approaching his 30th year as a volunteer fire fighter. About 6 years ago, while still maintaining his lean body, he recognized that his cardiovascular health was not up to par. His father's heart attack was the turning point that launched him into the world of fitness. He initiated his fitness journey with a Craigslist purchase and an exchange of cash in a parking lot where he scored his first Beach Body DVD. His social media became inspirational content as he posted his workouts for all to see. He is an advocate for overall fire fighter fitness in an effort to reduce the high number of heart attack deaths amongst his Brothers. He created a podcast called The Professional Volunteer that discusses a variety of first-responder topics helping to bridge the gap between career fire fighters and volunteer fire fighters. (Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to "One Take with Jess" on YouTube and on your Podcast app.) 

Neeka DeGraw and I recently shared Happy Hour cocktails chatting about her new adventures and 'the good' she is putting out there in the world. One initiative is near and dear to my heart called BAKING NEW MEMORIES, a Facebook Group she formed that pulls together people and their family recipes from generations prior. This effort is not only delicious, but it triggers smells, tastes, and emotions of yesteryear. Mental images of grandparents and family gathers come flooding in. As a mom of 3, we talk 'parenting', of course! She's also a contributor to an effort called IRON WILL NETWORK geared toward suicide prevention of first responders and veterans. The network pulls together a variety of channels from celebrities and regular people doing good things intended to inspire and uplift. As an approach to life, Neeka chose early on to pick up the baton from her grandmother who instilled in her a sense of grace, laughter, and a positive approach to life, especially after Neeka suffered devastating losses. Neeka also learned so much from her mom who passed of pancreatic cancer and who also was a person of happiness and 'doing good.' The presence of these wonderful people are always felt around her in a spiritual way. 

May 27, 2020 - Super conversation this morning with Randy Resnick ... as candid as ever about supermarkets, restaurants, and more. A 'serial entrepreneur' in upstate New York, his businesses help sustain numerous households and the economy of Sullivan County. Here are some noteworthy topics we chatted about: -- Randy explains WHY supermarket shelves are bare (HINT: supply chain and Christmas). -- He paints a 'realistic' picture of what re-opening restaurants might look like, and the insanity of it all. -- We talk about how Creativity and Repositioning are key to survival. -- Happy to say that he has retained almost all of his employees except for a few who are enjoying the higher unemployment benefit for the time being since the Federal government added on the extra $600. -- Many of his employees have shifted roles and moved within his businesses. For example, the Chefs at his top-tier restaurant (BHR) are creating prepared foods for his supermarket (Liberty Market). -- He continues to go above and beyond ... RETHINKING how business is done and how to best meet the needs of his customers and employees while keeping everyone safe. -- His generosity is felt throughout the community ... donating food to Food Banks, Veteran Associations, and local organizations. He offers a 'Ride Home" program for Liberty Market patrons, discounts to seniors and veterans, and upcoming discounts for essential workers. Thanks Rand! Keep up the great work!

My guest on ONE TAKE WITH JESS was Mindy Mayer, a Licensed Certified Social Worker, National Academy of Social Workers, Clinical Psychotherapist and Coach, Trauma Specialist. Mindy and I addressed many of the current issues people of all ages are dealing with during this pandemic. From emotional, to physical, to psychological, to environmental, we touch on many ways to cope, endure, and thrive now and going forward. Please know, that there are even more resources out there. Reach out to your local mental health professionals or contact any of the national organizations that might be appropriate for your current situation.   Here are some helpful resources: - National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-273-8255 - National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 www.thehotline.org - Alcoholics Anonymous: www.AA.org (currently online virtual meetings) - Resources for Parents and Children: www.CHILDMIND.org - Substance Abuse and Mental Health: www.samhsa.gov - National Alliance on Mental Illness: www.nami.org - The Lighthouse Retreat and Wellness Center: (914) 589-7188 info@thelighthouseretreat.com - Mindy Mayer, LCSW-R, ACSW: (914) 924-3390 mindymayerlcsw@gmail.com

May 7, 2020 - Vanessa Coppes talks about how she and her staff of 34 have remained intact and broadened their media offerings beyond the printed page. While the paper version of BELLA Magazine is still the primary focus, they are enjoying the process of bringing new content to their audience via social media, podcast, and video as a result of the quarantine. We also talk about celebrities that have stepped up to help businesses like hers and those that have not. She is a candid person with a positive attitude and always keeps it real. Thank you BELLA Magazine for not skipping a beat and continuing to bring us the latest in beauty, make-up, philanthropy, culture, celebrities, travel, food, mind, and body.

May 5, 2020 - Steve Babcock started in the mailroom at his first agency job in Utah and later became Chief Creative Officer at VaynerMedia in New York City. Now he is the founder of a new and exciting company called Made In-House helping brands thrive on their own. "Give a brand a fish, and you feed it for a day. Teach a brand to fish, and you feed it for a lifetime."  Listen to Steve tell his origin story and the challenges he faced as he built his career. He also weighs in on aspects related to this unprecedented time in advertising, marketing, and life in general.

Apr. 23, 2020 - Attorney Andrew Wyman of Wyman Legal Solutions and Jess chat about the PPP (Paycheck/Payroll Protection Program), unemployment, and our future ahead as it relates to business and people's rights.