Unlocking the Art of Public Speaking Introduction We had the pleasure of interviewing Laurie LeFever, an adjunct professor of public speaking with over 20 years of experience. Laurie shared her journey from Brooklyn to New Jersey, her passion for teaching, and...
Tune in to our chat with the brilliant Carla Gutierrez, Emmy and Eddie-nominated documentary editor behind gems like RBG and Julia. This time, she’s stepped into the director’s chair for Frida, a breathtaking documentary on the life of iconic Mexican painter Frida...
Curious about what it takes to run one of the most popular venues in New Jersey? Join us for this episode to meet Anthony Morrison, the general manager of the historic Wellmont Theater in Montclair, New Jersey. With a rich history dating back to 1922, the Wellmont has...
In this episode of Lost in Jersey, we sit down with documentary filmmaker Julie Cohen, known for award-winning films RBG, Every Body, Julia; Gabby Giffords Won’t Back Down, The Sturgeon Queens, and My Name is Pauli Murray, most directed alongside frequent...
See the 2025 awarding winning films before everyone else. What are the hottest new films coming out? Tune in to our latest episode with that highlight films that will be all the talk of award season 2025! October 18 to 27, the 2024 Montclair Film Festival will...
Get insight into the artistic inspiration and process of Kevin Scott Cosme, the talented artist behind the beautiful poster for the 2024 Montclair Film Festival. Learn about his unique creative process, that’s sprinkled with a bit of voodoo and hear about his...
Empowering Youth: Andrew Lacey on TOP Soccer and Inclusive Education Initiatives
byRachel Martens and Janette Afsharian
Meet Andrew Lacey! We have a wonderful chat getting to know Andrew's background from being born in Australia to living in Brazil, Pennsylvania, Boston, New York, and finally Montclair, NJ. He shares his experience working as a teacher and then transitioning to working in finance while practicing philanthropy. Andrew discusses the importance of inclusivity in education and sports, highlighting TOP Soccer, a program that fosters relationships between children with disabilities and their peers. Andrew also shares his involvement in the Increasing Access to College Program at Montclair State University, aimed at providing opportunities for young adults with intellectual disabilities. With humor and heartfelt stories, Andrew illustrates the power of community and the impact of giving back, making this episode one you don't want to miss.
