Who’s Here in the Hamptons

Liana Werner-Gray is a certified nutritionist, Health and Nutrition Coach in New York City, and a four-time best-selling author of multiple health and wellness books. She believes food is medicine and finds solutions to problems through nutrition.

Joe Delia is a talented blues and rock performer, (Joe Delia & the Thieves), arranger and songwriter.   He has also written the music scores for more than a dozen films, most recently for Siberia which in February of 2020 was selected to appear at the Berlin International Film Festival.   We caught up with him at his home in Montauk.

Father Alex Karloutsos is the special assistant to Archbishop Demetrios of America and in that role has met and advised each of our last six Presidents.   He is also the pastor of Kimisis Tis Theotokou Greek Orthodox Church of the Hamptons and an important religious leader in this community. Power Broker: Father Alexander Karloutsos

Episode 8 – Bonnie Cannon- Director of the Bridge Hampton Recreational Center- Breaking ground on a brand new center. https://www.hamptons.com/Gallery/4249/Bridgehampton-Child-Care-Recreational-Center.html#.X8_yrdhKjIU Bonnie Cannon The Bridgehampton Child Care and Recreational Center

Lou Meisel, a pioneering NYC and Hamptons gallery owner known as 'the father of photorealism,' shares his fascinating journey from classical piano to modern art. He discusses the evolution of photorealism and the vibrant art scene in the Hamptons, emphasizing public art initiatives and community engagement. Meisel also highlights his impressive Americana collection and the cultural significance of art in revitalizing local spaces. Plus, hear about the intriguing connections between art and culinary ventures, illustrating the rich tapestry of creativity in the area.

Dan Rattiner speaks with Jimmy Giugliano, star of Netflix’s ‘Million Dollar Beach House’ – Episode 5 Jimmy Giugliano is a local resident, born in Southampton and graduate of Southampton High School who went off and got a college degree in business, returned home and has become one of the five leading real estate brokers in the Hamptons, having landed the largest and third largest deals of the year.   His secret is right out there:  know the market and everything about it — you can advise a client what to buy and what not to buy based on value and performance, then with this trust and focus that others cannot, and thus get references to other clients.   He is married and living in town with his wife Kelsey and their young son Rocco and another on the way.   He also is the senior broker in the Netflix series Million Dollar Beach House, a serious leader and guide the newer brokers to his firm on how to enjoy similar successes.

Dan Rattiner speaks to his friend, historian, and Author, David S. Reynolds, whose latest book “Abe” Abraham Lincoln in His Time, is now one of Dan’s favorite. David shares some intricate details from the life and times of our most notable Civil war President. David wrote the book while spending time in the Hamptons which is currently a Best Seller on Amazon.

Alan Furst, America’s premiere historical spy novelist, shares his insights on literature and World War II. He delves into the lives of ordinary people during the war, revealing how personal experiences shaped his writing. Furst discusses his acclaimed novel 'Night Soldiers' and the covert operations of WWII highlighted in 'Dark Alliance'. He reflects on his time in Paris, the charm of Sag Harbor, and the impact of COVID-19 on creativity. The conversation offers a captivating glimpse into the writer's life and the delicate balance of imagination and reality.

Dan Speaks with Dr. Alisa Kauffman – Episode 2 Geriatric House Call Dentist in NY and The Hamptons Dr. Alisa Kauffman received her B.A. degree from Lehigh University in 1981 and a D.M.D. from the University Of Pennsylvania School Of Dental Medicine in 1985. She maintained her private practice in New York City until 1995 when she limited her practice to Geriatric Dentistry. Dr. Kauffman serves as the Dental Director at two skilled nursing facilities.  In 2010 at the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing, Dr. Kauffman created the geriatric dental curriculum for the LIFE program (Living Independently for Elders), a unique dental care program within the LIFE program, which is designed to keep our elders in their own residences while receiving a full range of medical, dental care as well as social and creative services at the LIFE care center in West Philadelphia. UPenn third and fourth year dental students rotated through her program so that they would become   proficient in treating the geriatric population before graduation. Here they learned to work side by side with nurses and nurse practitioners developing a relationship treating the body as a whole and not just looking at teeth. She was the Chief Dental Officer at the Penn Dental Family Practices where she has maintained that position from 2011-2018 leaving to do housecalls for the elderly back in New York City full time. Making house calls to those who cannot get out of their homes has been a life passion for her. Working with physicians and nurses to service a population of individuals who would otherwise not have dental treatment has been a commitment she feels is the reason she loves dentistry. “When you love what you are doing, it doesn’t feel like work!” Most recently Dr. Kauffman has written a book HOW TO BECOME A HOUSECALL DENTIST trying to franchise this practice to serve all the elderly across the USA. She has also developed a line of oral care products for those with dementia and disabilities.