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I’m a content and editorial leader with 20+ years of experience building and scaling content strategies that drive audience growth, engagement, and brand impact. Most importantly, I'm a dad, a husband, and seasonal DJ with a tremendous beard.
I currently serve as Editor-in-Chief of Pop Break, a digital pop culture magazine and podcast network. I lead end-to-end content strategy—from editorial planning and SEO to social and multi-channel distribution. In 2024, I led a full site relaunch and content overhaul that resulted in 4,200% audience growth and helped scale the platform to 7M+ views in 17 years through DIY social media, hard work and honest journalism.
My work sits at the intersection of strategy and execution. I’m a true player-coach: I build content systems, lead teams, and also write, edit, and shape high-impact content across campaigns, websites, and social.
What I Bring
Content Strategy & Editorial Leadership: Translating business goals into scalable, audience-first content programs.
Organic Social Growth: Building engagement-driven strategies that deliver consistent YoY growth.
SEO & Performance: Creating search-optimized content that drives discoverability and measurable results.
Brand Voice & Storytelling: Developing clear, compelling narratives across B2B and B2C audiences.
Team Leadership: Managing and mentoring large, cross-functional teams of writers, editors, and creatives.
I’ve also built working relationships with major brands including Netflix, Disney, Hulu, and Live Nation, and have extensive experience aligning content with marketing, analytics, and business stakeholders.
At my core, I focus on one thing: creating sincere, passionate content that connects with audiences and drives real results—whether that’s engagement, growth, or conversion.
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The Pop Break is a digital pop culture magazine that covers film, music, television, video games, books and comics books and yes, even professional wrestling.
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I managed HomeTeamIBX.com from September 2015 through March 2016. This was a content marketing website for Independent Blue Cross Blue Shield of Philadelphia. We used multimedia from the Philadelphia Phillies, Flyers, Eagles, and Union as well as Temple University to drive sign-ups to the insurance platform.
The introduction to The NJ Teachers Lounge, a content marketing site developed for Teacher's Insurance of New Jersey. This company is owned by Plymouth Rock.
Listen to Socially Distanced on Spotify. The Socially Distanced Podcast is hosted by two pop culture obsessed dads who decided to take their Facebook messenger conversations and turn them into a podcast. In 2022 they brought their friend, a pop culture obsessed mom to the show, and things got even better!
Listen to The Pop Break on Spotify. The Pop Break is a collection of podcasts featuring the best conversations about television, film, music, anime, wrestling, and more! This includes weekly pods like Roses & Rejections on Wednesdays, providing coverage of the best of reality dating, & Saturday Morning Adventures on Saturdays, covering the best kids cartoons for adults.
NJ Advance Media Articles (Star-Ledger, NJ.com, Jersey's Best)
When you think of epicenters for surf music, you think of locations with killer point breaks, roadside hamburger stands, and sand as far as the eye can see - not Freehold, N.J. But at the corner of Main and Throckmorton stands an unassuming building with a neon sign reading "Records" in the window.
Looking for a true boardwalk experience? Asbury Park has sumptuous Southern cooking, fresh seafood, barbecue on the beach, and, of course, music.
Summer at the Jersey Shore unofficially kicks off Memorial Day Weekend. Bars and clubs open their doors for another season, pool and patio bars open umbrellas at tables and in drinks and countless choruses of Bruce covers and big beats reverb from Exit 117 to Exit 0.
The film "Moneyball" asks the question: "How can you not be romantic about baseball?" The sport is America's pastime for a good reason - it's loaded with nostalgia. Visions of game-winning home runs, first trips to a ballpark or a simple game of catch run through the minds of those who love the game.
Marc Maron doesn't always have time to stop and smell the roses. He produces two weekly episodes of popular "WTF Podcast." He writes and stars in the third season of his IFC sitcom "Maron." And he's currently on a stand-up comedy tour, called "The Maronation," that will bring him to the Count Basie Theater in Red Bank on Sunday.
On Sunday, World Wrestling Entertainment will present its annual "Extreme Rules" pay-per-view at The Prudential Center in Newark. The event, which began in 2009, is one of WWE's wilder nights, with select matches featuring laxer rules, high-risk gimmicks and intense stipulations.
There are two words that strike fear into the hearts of every homeowner, or potential homeowner: oil tank. Particularly a potential leaking oil tank. The immense cost of removal and mediation can rock the financial and emotional core of any homeowner.
TAKE MOM SHOPPING AT THE ASBURY PARK SPRING BAZAAR: The annual Asbury Park Spring Bazaar returns to the Grand Arcade in Asbury Park on Saturday, and Sunday afternoon. The Arcade will be a virtual sea of vendors, artisans, and craftsmen selling their products, and who knows maybe you'll find a sweet last second gift for mom.
In 2015, NJ.com launched a new series celebrating New Jersey nuptials. If you would like to be considered for a feature, email [email protected]. C hris Brady had a great idea for a wedding proposal. It was thoughtful, romantic, and original. And it almost left his fiancee blind.
New Year's Eve - it's the best way to begin and end a year. The night where you don't mind getting dressed up to go or pay a cover. The night where bars, clubs, venues, and restaurants pull out their finest dishes, their top shelf liquor, top flight entertainment, and sometimes a couple of cool little wrinkles to make the party the perfect book end to your year.
The last time World Wrestling Entertainment came to Asbury Park, in 1992, the late "Macho Man" Randy Savage teamed up with Sgt. Slaughter to defeat "Nature Boy" Ric Flair and The Mountie in the main event. Current WWE star Apollo Crews would have been barely out of diapers.
As the long, frigid winter season (and spring) has passed us, the shutters are finally being taken off the seasonal bars of New Jersey, which have laid mostly dormant since the first hint of autumn. Here are 25 spots, from Jersey City to Cape May, that have either recently or will be opening their doors for summer 2016.
Forget about Memorial Day Weekend -- Cinco de Mayo is summer's true kickoff party. If you know where to go, that is. We've put together a list of 25 spots that will be channeling the spirit of Mexico, whether it be on the day itself (Friday) or later this weekend.
In 2015, NJ.com launched a new series celebrating New Jersey nuptials. If you would like to be considered for a feature, email [email protected]. When Elizabeth Griswold and Glenn Barbagallo first met as college students 35 years ago, neither one of them envisioned they would be getting married dressed as vampyres, reciting lines from a Victorian-era "bonding ceremony," and consecrating the marriage by drinking wine which contained drops of their own blood in it.
In 2015, NJ.com launched a new series celebrating New Jersey nuptials. If you would like to be considered for a feature, email [email protected]. Every single guy who's ever had a gym membership has done it at least once. You see attractive person working out - and decide to offer some "expert advice."
NJ.com has launched a new regular feature, "Where to eat now in N.J.," highlighting the most exciting restaurants of the moment - including places both new to the scene and ones that have been here for awhile but are still firing on all burners.
NJ.com has launched a new regular feature, "Where to eat now in N.J.," highlighting the most exciting restaurants of the moment - including places both new to the scene and ones that have been here for awhile but are still firing on all burners.
Thanksgiving Eve is hands down the biggest party night of the year. Everyone comes out of the woodwork to the local (or not-so local) watering hole to bend an elbow and catch up with friends. Bars usually bring their A-game - booking big name live entertainment, putting together competitive specials, and creating a night they hope will inspire bar-goers to become a repeat costumer.
NJ.com is launching a new regular feature, "Where to eat now in N.J.," highlighting the most exciting restaurants of the moment - including places both new to the scene and ones that have been here for awhile but are still firing on all burners.
In 2015, NJ.com launched a new series celebrating New Jersey nuptials. If you would like to be considered for a feature, email [email protected]. It all started with an ad on Craigslist. Don't worry this story does not end with someone in a tub missing a kidney - it ends with a wedding.
NJ.com has launched a new regular feature, "Where to eat now in N.J.," highlighting the most exciting restaurants of the moment - including places both new to the scene and ones that have been here for awhile but are still firing on all burners.
High school sweethearts, and comic book lovers Alex Boyer and Kevin Coffey tied the knot in August.
If you want to think outside the box, and not settle for a plain old car service or party bus -- here are five NJ based ways to roll up to your wedding in style.
Pop Break Articles
Fun Lovin' Criminals - FAST, Frank Benbini and Naim Cortazzi - discuss A Matter of Time, their American tour and their new lease on life.
During our 17 years as a pop culture magazine, publicists and promoters have told us to check out this new band that's going to be the next big thing. Rarely, is this ever true. While, the intentions may be good (or fueled by business), more often than not this next big thing, this next awesome [...]
This is a Gardening Show starring Zach Galifianakis is a wonderfully relaxing and funny series for stressed out millenials.
The Punisher: One Last Kill, a Marvel Special Presentation, starring Jon Bernthal as The Punisher is a red-blood action thriller.
Jack Johnson: SURFILMUSIC is a documentary about Jack Johnson and his life as a surfer, musician and filmmaker.
AEW's Fairway to Hell presentation was a great use of the SoFi Center golf stadium with Darby Allin & PAC stealing the show.
The Muppet Show special featuring Sabrina Carpenter was a perfect revival of the beloved Jim Henson series.
Netflix House: Philadelphia, Netflix's first ever brick and mortar interactive experience, is now open at King of Prussia Mall.
Lou Montesano talks about the Status Green 20th Anniversary, Bon Jovi, Jeremy Shockey, and so much more.
An interview with New Jersey actor Johnny Cannizzaro who stars as Steven Van Zandt in Bruce Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere.
Daniel Donato speaks about his new album Horizons, the truth in country music, the spirit of adventure and NJ-based breakfast foods.
An interview with Bredan Brown of Wheatus on the 25th Anniversary of Teenage Dirtbag, Gratitude, wrestling and more.
We look at 50 MCU characters who could possible be joining Avengers: Doomsday Casting.
The Asbury Jams Interview Series features Chicago funk band Sneezy.
Robert Randolph discusses Preacher Kids, the New York Giants, New Jersey food, going solo, his new band and much more.
An interview with Jeff Gorman of Illiterate Light about their 700 mile bike trip The Road to Newport, Newport Folk Fest and more.
An interview with Brad Corrigan, drummer of Dispatch, about their album Yellow Jacket, his doc Illeana's Smile and activism in music.
An interview with bluesmaster Eddie 9V about their new album Saratoga, working with Dan Auberbach and Florence Pugh.
Thunderbolts* starring Florence Pugh is an all-time addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Pixar's first original scripted series Win or Lose is a must-watch even if they made a big mistake not addressing a transgender character.
The Andor Season 2 Premiere illustrated characters emotional changes and the true dark side of The Empire.
Five reasons why you need to watch Star Wars: Skeleton Crew -- from Jude Law's performance to excellent writing.
AEW Dynamite on 34th Street at Hammerstein Ballroom was definitive proof that the feeling was restored for the company.
James Gunn's Creature Commandos is an amazingly hilarious, violent and heartbreaking new series streaming on MAX.
Lou Montesano talks about his new band The Shark Party, Status Green, and life inspiring art as he gets set to play Wonder Bar.
Agatha All Along has crossed the midseason point and this may be the strongest complete series since its predecessor WandaVision.
A review of Sea.Hear.Now 2024 featuring a transcendental performance from Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band
The editor-in-chief's monthly Top 5 column bids farewell to a staff writer and friend & discusses Marvel's Blood Hunt, Blue Eye Samurai and more.
Only Murders in the Building, Green Day, NewDad, Marvel Unlimited and my 2000th post are up for January's column.
The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special is an absolute Christmas masterpiece.
A look at the Pokemon Go craze and its resurgence during the pandemic.
The Dropkick Murphys are synonymous with Saint Patrick's Day . They're as vital to this Irish American high holy day as corned beef on rye, a pint of Guinness, a shot of Jameson and a bit of green in your wardrobe. Their Saint Patrick's Days shows in Boston have become the stuff of legend.
Photos by Al Mannarino | Words by Bill Bodkin Sea Hear Now 2019 accomplished a feat that seems rather counterintuitive, if not nearly impossible. The festival, in its second year, was able to simultaneously solidify itself a must-see national music festival, as well as tradition of the local, thriving Asbury Park music scene.
We often take music photography for granted. We see it line the pages of periodicals and posted on innumerable blogs and websites and often times we'll mindlessly scroll through a gallery. However, if you take the time to actually look at these photos, you'll find that one image.
Kristian Nairn was a man famous for one word. Now, he lets his music do his talking for him. Well, that isn't the most accurate statement in the world. Before he ever stepped foot on the set of Game of Thrones, Nairn was a renowned DJ in the club scene.
Articles from Various Publications
An in-depth look at MetLife Stadium, reported during the stadium's first football game ever in 2010.
An interview with Jon Bon Jovi from Night & Day Magazine about his record Have a Nice Day, the New Jersey music scene, and more.
When Pete Dunne and Tyler Bate walked into their bout at NXT TakeOver: Chicago, they received polite applause. After their match, they received a standing ovation. Fighting for the WWE U.K. championship, Bate and Dunne produced a clinic on modern British professional wrestling.
This feature story was a highly successful article that drove hundreds of customers to the bar's first month in business.
By Bill Bodkin on 2016-06-02 11:17:00 6/1/16 Lucha The episode starts off with a recap of the major events of the past few weeks including: Dario Cueto stripping the Trios Championship from Ivelisse, Son of Havoc and Angelico due to Angelico's injury.
An editorial on how the departure of Pentagon Jr. from the lucha libre promotion AAA will impact the world of pro wrestling in 2017.