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
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One week after launch we have, 5 -Stars on Apple Podcast! Thank you!
One of my favorite podcasts!
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.
You guys did a great job!
We need part 2 of Roger’s episode.
Listened to every episode of Lost in Jersey
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. 😘 👏
I meant to tell you...
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.
What a great idea!
Okay, what do I have to do to be a guest on this? What a great idea! – Julie
What did think? Was it okay?
Meet the Guests!
Eric Roston
BLOOMBERG CLIMATE JOURNALIST & AUTHOR Eric Roston is an award-winning journalist who has spent more than 15 years...
Lex LeBlanc
How to Move to the NJ Burbs and Start a Business Meet this go-getter Production Designer + Body Fitness Entrepreneur. ...
Craig Dubitsky
FOUNDER HELLO PRODUCTS In addition to HELLO, he is behind very well-known brands Method, EOS, Seventh Generation, and...
Trooper Kelly Woodward
NEW JERSEY STATE TROOPER Very excited about this booking Rachel made. One of us always wanted to be a cop, her name...
Yael Averbuch West
PROFESSIONAL WOMEN'S SOCCER PLAYER & LEAGUE GM – Bada$$ alert! She was formerly the executive director of the...
Annette Batson
A New Restaurant Award is on the Horizon – Restaurants in a town known for its top chefs were asked to spotlight...
Jessica Tillyer
Co-Founder of Bike Bus Montclair Discover how parents are spearheading an exciting initiative that's gaining...
Amber Reed & Meredith Nahra
AAPI President & Treasurer - Discusses Inclusivity and Community AAPI Montclair's mission is a more inclusive...
ACO Michele Shiber
THE DOs and DON'Ts of ANIMAL RESCUE – Animal lovers, tune in! Meet Montclair’s animal rescue expert ACO Michele...
Kate Zernike
NYTimes PULITZER PRIZE-WINNING AUTHOR Her new book, "THE EXCEPTIONS: Nancy Hopkins, MIT, and the Fight for Women in...
Marcia Marley & Katrina Browning
MONTCLAIR LITERARY FESTIVAL PRESIDENT & DIRECTOR – Meet the two dynamos in charge of the Montclair Literary...
Dionne Ford
National Endowment for the Arts Winner Discusses her New Book A powerful, must-read new book by Dionne Ford. Finding a...
Robert Genovese
"LOCAL" COFFEE SHOP - Nationally a Best Rated! This coffee shop located in Montclair, NJ is so loved it made YELP's...
Georgette Gilmore
JERSEY GIRL, AN AMERICAN STORY She made a name for herself as part of the first wave of successful local city blogs...
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
SHE'S THE EXPERT ON TV – A SHOPPING EXPERT with an impressive career path. Trae takes us on her journey from not...
Wendy Lacey
INCLUSIVITY ENTREPRENEUR – Meet the business-savvy mind behind CORNERSTONE MONTCLAIR. A local store with an...
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...
Peter Yacobellis
A LIFE OF PUBLIC SERVICE – COUNCIL MEMBER of Montclair, NJ. Very few government officials are so directly engaged...
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
ACTRESS, HOST, & WRITER – Meet delightful actress and host of Montclair Salon Stories, Liz Samuel! Learn how she...
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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