LOST

IN JERSEY

LIFE JUST OUTSIDE OF NYC

THE PODCAST

Launched – January 30, 2023

Lost in Jersey is hosted by friends Rachel Martens and Janette Afsharian. They moved from New York City to New Jersey after their apartments got too small for the kids that were starting to appear. Lost on arrival in New Jersey, they eventually discovered they love it here!

Join them for entertaining interviews with NJ friends, business owners, parents, local celebrities, and who knows maybe a tourist!

What were they like as kids? How’d they get here? What do they do, did, or want to do? And what do they love about Jersey?

You can find us on Spotify, iTunes, Buzzsprout, and Youtube

Produced by Rachel Martens & Janette Afsharian

Reviews!

Please tell us what you liked! Nice reviews make the world a better place.
One week after launch we have, 5 -Stars on Apple Podcast! Thank you! 

One of my favorite podcasts!

Rated 5 out of 5
May 18, 2023

I’ve listened to all the episodes and it might be one of my favorite shows. Every Monday, I want to hear who is on.

Maria

You guys did a great job!

Rated 5 out of 5
February 28, 2023

We need part 2 of Roger’s episode.

Steve

Listened to every episode of Lost in Jersey

Rated 5 out of 5
February 28, 2023

We were driving back from Vermont today and listened to every episode of lost in jersey. Rob described it as an introvert’s dream – it’s like being at a fascinating dinner party. Congrats to you, Rachel, and all your guests. 😘 👏

Elizabeth

I meant to tell you...

Rated 5 out of 5
February 1, 2023

I thought the funniest thing you said was that you time how long it takes you to get home from the city, let people know, and that you are in your jammies. I truly laughed out loud on that one. It is hard to believe this is your first podcast. Stay the same, don’t change.

Maria

What a great idea!

Rated 5 out of 5
January 30, 2023

Okay, what do I have to do to be a guest on this? What a great idea! – Julie

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Meet the Guests!

Eric Roston

Eric Roston

BLOOMBERG CLIMATE JOURNALIST & AUTHOR Eric Roston is an award-winning journalist who has spent more than 15 years...

Lex LeBlanc

Lex LeBlanc

How to Move to the NJ Burbs and Start a Business Meet this go-getter Production Designer + Body Fitness Entrepreneur. ...

Craig Dubitsky 

Craig Dubitsky 

FOUNDER HELLO PRODUCTS In addition to HELLO, he is behind very well-known brands Method, EOS, Seventh Generation, and...

Alex Hall

Alex Hall

TV SERIES DIRECTOR, PRODUCER, EDITOR Law & Order, The Deuce, and The Wire to name a few.

Kate Zernike

Kate Zernike

NYTimes PULITZER PRIZE-WINNING AUTHOR Her new book, "THE EXCEPTIONS: Nancy Hopkins, MIT, and the Fight for Women in...

Dionne Ford

Dionne Ford

National Endowment for the Arts Winner Discusses her New Book A powerful, must-read new book by Dionne Ford. Finding a...

Charles Rosen

Charles Rosen

AD EXEC TO FARMER  – Meet the IRONBOUND CIDER FARMS OWNER. This interview gives us a lot to think about. Big, complex,...

Trae Bodge

Trae Bodge

SHE'S THE EXPERT ON TV –  A SHOPPING EXPERT with an impressive career path. Trae takes us on her journey from not...

Wendy Lacey

Wendy Lacey

INCLUSIVITY ENTREPRENEUR – Meet the business-savvy mind behind CORNERSTONE MONTCLAIR. A local store with an...

Sidney Simon

Sidney Simon

THERE'S A REASON SHE'S A TOP REALTOR – Sidney Simon has a knack for bringing people together, which serves her well in...

Roger Sedarat

Roger Sedarat

PROFESSOR WITH A TWO-HOUR COMMUTE – His commute is two hours each way from New Jersey to Queens. But his love for his...

Liz Samuel

Liz Samuel

ACTRESS, HOST, & WRITER –  Meet delightful actress and host of Montclair Salon Stories, Liz Samuel! Learn how she...

Chanda Hall

Chanda Hall

Street Photographer stays connected to NYC from NJ –  To kick things off, we have a fantastic interview with NYC...

Rachel Martens

Co-Host

Voice-over artist, writer, violinist, Montclair Story Salon member, and former engineer. Has some kids, one husband, and a decent amount of friends. Finds life is okay most of the time, other times, it’s hilarious. Lives – in Jersey, just outside of NYC.

Janette Afsharian

Co-Host

Graphic artist, coder, painter of an excessive amount of straight lines on canvas, and titan of digital design with a few awards. Has some kids, one husband, and a decent amount of friends. Finds life is okay most of the time, other times, distractions are needed. Lives – in Jersey, just outside of NYC. 

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