Episode 171: This week on the “Dan’s Talks” podcast, Dan speaks with Zach Erdem, nationally renowned entrepreneur and Serving the Hamptons reality TV celebrity. In 2002, Erdem came to America from Turkey with barely any money to his name and no idea what his future would hold. He is now the owner of major East End restaurants and entertainment venues such as 75 Main, Blu Mar, Harpoon House and ZEY Hotel. Find all the “Dan’s Talks” podcast episodes at podcasts.schnepsmedia.com/podcast/dans-papers.

Dan Rattiner speaks with April Gornik, famous East End artist and community leader, discussing the transformation of The Church in the Hamptons into an arts center, upcoming cultural events, the parallels between genius and creativity, activities in the grand church venue, and the success of community projects.

Dan interviews Carl Johnson, coach of Bridgehampton High School's legendary Killer Bees basketball team. They discuss their historic state championship win, the challenges of playing in a small gym, and Johnson's journey from player to coach. Johnson also talks about community engagement and mentoring youth.

Episode 168: This week on the “Dan’s Talks” podcast, Dan speaks with Arielle Hessler, director of the Amagansett Free Library. Before being brought on to head her current library, the Shirley native worked as the emerging technologies librarian at the John Jermain Memorial Library in Sag Harbor. With that background, Hessler has been able to make strides in bringing the Amagansett Library into the modern, digital age. Find all the “Dan’s Talks” podcast episodes at podcasts.schnepsmedia.com/podcast/dans-papers.

Episode 167: This week on the “Dan’s Talks” podcast, Dan speaks with Richard F. White Jr., aka Dick White. The Montauk native is well established in the community, earning his nomination as grand marshal of the Montauk St. Paddy’s Parade way back in 1997. Over the years, he has served Montauk as Lighthouse Committee chairman, fire department treasurer, policeman, EMT and member of the Montauk Film Fest Advisory Board. Find all the “Dan’s Talks” podcast episodes at podcasts.schnepsmedia.com/podcast/dans-papers

Episode 166: This week on the “Dan’s Talks” podcast, Dan speaks with Susan Isaacs, a well-known novelist, essayist and screenwriter. She famously adapted her debut novel, the 1978 New York Times bestseller Compromising Positions, into the 1985 film of the same name, which was directed by Frank Perry and starred Susan Sarandon and Joe Mantegna. Find all the “Dan’s Talks” podcast episodes at podcasts.schnepsmedia.com/podcast/dans-papers.

Bruce Damark, owner of Damark’s Market, talks about the history and evolution of the family business, the challenges of running a family-owned pharmacy in Montauk, the transformation of the market to cater to diverse demographics, and the speaker's upcoming trip to Japan.

Episode 164: This week on the “Dan’s Talks” podcast, Dan speaks with Linda Willett, swan documentarian. She is a resident of East Hampton and enjoys a view of the pond, which provides an ideal spot for her to watch the village’s famous swans. From gliding gracefully across the water to pecking not-so-gracefully at automobiles, these stunning birds are well worth documenting. Find all the “Dan’s Talks” podcast episodes at podcasts.schnepsmedia.com/podcast/dans-papers.

Episode 163: This week on the “Dan’s Talks” podcast, Dan speaks with Pierre Weber, founder and owner of Pierre’s restaurant in Bridgehampton. In 2002, Weber, a fifth-generation French baker, opened this elegant, chic dining establishment and has been warmly welcoming sophisticated socialites and casual passersby 365 days of the year ever since. Find all the “Dan’s Talks” podcast episodes at podcasts.schnepsmedia.com/podcast/dans-papers.

Episode 162: This week on the “Dan’s Talks” podcast, Dan speaks with Kenneth Wyse, a Guild Hall trustee who played a key role in the venue’s recent restoration. He is also the president of Wyse Consulting, a global branding and licensing consulting firm in the fashion, apparel and retail industries. Find all the “Dan’s Talks” podcast episodes at podcasts.schnepsmedia.com/podcast/dans-papers.