Episodes

  • Keith D. Saunders, Sr.

    Keith D. Saunders, Sr.
    Jun 28 2026
    Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Keith Daniel Saunders, Sr., Class of 1990. He is the author of a new book "Roosevelt to the Hamptons: The War on Both Sides" which chronicles his experiences growing up on Long Island, attending NCC, and how it shaped his career. He reminds everyone of the African-American proverb 'It takes a village to raise a child.' His leadership, courage, and faith in God are unmatched and his ability to lead all students to greatness is unparalleled.
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    28 mins
  • Jeff Indyke

    Jeff Indyke
    Jun 21 2026
    Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Jeff Indyke, Class of 1997 with an associate degree in music. His passion for drumming is vast and includes playing percussion, vibes and teaching private lessons. He loves the music of the past like Louie Armstrong Dixieland recordings, and how these recordings continue to influence music in a variety of ways.
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    29 mins
  • Cosmo Leone

    Cosmo Leone
    Jun 14 2026
    Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Cosmo Leone - NCC Class of '78. Cosmo worked at WHPC from 1977-1979, moving on to WCWP at what was then CW Post until 1980. He then moved to the Midwest in 1981 to KGRS, Burlington, Iowa, working in afternoon drive and starting a 32-year career as a morning personality and program director. He is an award-winning host, leading his station in achievements as a top 5 small marketing station. He is recognized as one of the top Program Directors in US Small Market Radio.
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    28 mins
  • Kathi Lee aka Domonique

    Kathi Lee aka Domonique
    Jun 7 2026
    Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Kathi Lee, also known to her radio audience as Domonique! She is a radio personality on 102.3 WBAB playing classic rock! She earned her associate degree from NCC and went on to New York Institute of Technology earning her bachelor's in fine arts. Her hobbies include spending time with her husband and rescue dogs and cats. She loves watching TV and going to dinner with friends. She also works full-time as a Morgan Stanley Software Trainer.
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    29 mins
  • Janelle Clausen

    Janelle Clausen
    Feb 8 2026
    Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Janelle Clausen, NCC Class of 2013. Janelle earned her AA degree in Liberal Arts, and a BA in Journalism with a specialty in Public Policy and Public Affairs, and her Masters in Democracy and Government from Georgetown University. She worked as a full-time journalist on Long Island and has worked for several grant-funded programs that provides aides and volunteers. She is a panelist for the State Department Fellowship, that will further empower international leaders and leadership in general.
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    28 mins
  • Dr. Pete Coco

    Dr. Pete Coco
    Jan 18 2026
    Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Dr. Pete Coco, NCC Class of 2001. He is a portrait photographer known for creating bold images that defy convention. He works with musicians, authors, and executives. He studied music at NCC and earned a BA at Hofstra University in Jazz and Commercial Music, and a master's in jazz studies from SUNY Purchase, and a doctorate in classical performance from Stony Brook University. He had the great fortune of teaching his art and his music.
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    28 mins
  • Matthew Cohen

    Matthew Cohen
    Jan 11 2026
    Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Matthew Cohen, NCC Class of 2025. Matthew earned his degree in Creative Writing and is currently a student at SUNY Binghamton. His goal is to be a screen writer for a video game developer.
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    25 mins
  • Gabe Derwin

    Gabe Derwin
    Dec 14 2025
    Dr. Lynnda Nadien talks with Gabriel "Gabe" Derwin, NCC Class of 2024. He earned his associate of science degree in accounting and is currently pursuing an accounting degree at SUNY Old Westbury. His hobbies include listening to, and analyzing music, doing mathematical puzzles, competitive cup stacking and writing poetry. He loves badminton and works part-time at an arcade.
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    28 mins