Episodes 47
Avg. Duration 41m
Activity Declining
Apple Rating 5.0 (3)
Since Apr 2025
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
70%
Hosting
anchor.fm

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About This Podcast

I Hope This Helps is a heartfelt podcast hosted by Erick Silva, designed to guide you through life’s unpredictable journey. Each episode features inspiring interviews, real-life stories, and relatable moments that shine a light on the ups, downs, and everything in between. Whether you're facing a big decision, searching for motivation, or just need a reminder that you're not alone—this podcast is here for you. Sit back, enjoy the stories, and if nothing else… I hope this helps.

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Recent Episodes

Men’s Fashion, South Asian Weddings & Culture w/ Shashank Gupta

Mar 07, 2026 46m

What does it take to build one of the biggest South Asian fashion brands in the U.S.? In this episode of I Hope This Helps, we sit down with Shashank Gupta — Owner of Nazranaa, men’s designer, and…

S2E5 Rosé, Pinot Grigio & Wine Truths w/ Nita Bardolia Part 2

Feb 25, 2026 28m

In Part 2 of I Hope This Helps, we’re back with Nita Bardolia (GM of 56 Degree Wine and founder of Glass Half Full) for the kind of wine advice you can actually use at dinner, in a wine shop, or…

S2E4 Pour. Learn. & Repeat w/ Nita Bardolia🍷

Feb 18, 2026 58m

If you’ve ever walked into a wine shop and pretended you knew what you were looking at… this episode is for you. 🍷 On I Hope This Helps, we sit down with Nita Bardolia — General Manager of 56 Degree…

S2E3 Teaching, Consistency, & YouTube w/ Jason “Jay” Yadlovski

Feb 11, 2026 52m

In this episode of I Hope This Helps, we sit down with Jason “Jay” Yadlovski, a creator who quietly built one of the most respected educational YouTube channels around DaVinci Resolve—without chasing…

S2E2 Police Officer, Director, & Newark's Future w/ Alonzo Herran JR

Feb 04, 2026 45m

In this episode of I Hope This Helps, we sit down with Alonzo Herran n Jr., born and raised in Newark, NJ, for a deep conversation about service, leadership, and why he’s running for Newark…

S2E1 Restaurants, Relationships & Home Inspections w/ Greg Anzano

Jan 28, 2026 48m

Buying a home? Don’t skip this episode.On I Hope This Helps, we sit down with Greg Anzano of DGM Inspection Services—a former Hoboken bar and restaurant operator who reinvented himself during COVID…

S2E1 Appreciation, Gratitude & Reflection w/ Erick Silva

Jan 21, 2026 29m

As we head into this next run of episodes, the energy around I Hope This Helps feels stronger than ever. Every conversation, every lesson, and every behind-the-scenes moment has helped shape what…

S1E32 Uninsured, Underinsured, & How to Protect Yourself w/ Tom Birks

Dec 29, 2025 29m

Part 2 of our conversation with Tom Birks, we get practical about what “good insurance” really looks like — because if you don’t get home and auto coverage right, it can be financially devastating.…

S1E31 Protection, Coverage, & Liability w/ Tom Birks

Dec 22, 2025 50m

In this episode of I Hope This Helps, we sit down with Tom Birks — an Allstate Insurance Agency Owner with offices in Bloomfield, NJ and the Poconos (PA) — to break down the side of insurance most…

S1E30 Pets, Purpose & Community w/ Jack Denelsbeck

Dec 15, 2025 28m

In this episode of I Hope This Helps, we sit down with Jack Denelsbeck, co-owner of Pet Wants South Orange (SOMA), for an honest conversation about entrepreneurship, community, and why pet nutrition…

S1E29 Firefighter, Business Owner, & Community Leader w/ Michael Giunta Part 2

Dec 08, 2025 41m

In Part 2 on I Hope This Helps, Erick sits down with Newark Firefighters Union President and serial entrepreneur Michael Giunta to unpack his journey from towing trucks and running diners to leading…

S1E29 Service, Leadership, & Impact w/ Michael Giunta

Dec 01, 2025 41m

In this episode of I Hope This Helps, firefighter, business owner, and community leader Mike Giunta shares a wild, very Jersey journey of grit, risk, and service — from taking on the City of Newark…

S1E28 Create, Scale, & Earn w/ Viviana Perperas Part 2

Nov 24, 2025 29m

In Part 2 of our conversation, TikTok Shop creator and former realtor @vivianadoestiktok pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to build a profitable creator business from home.Viv breaks…

S1E27 Mother, Creator, & TikTok Strategies w/ Viviana Perperas Part 1

Nov 17, 2025 59m

In this episode of I Hope This Helps, we sit down with Viviana Perperas — better known as @vivianadoestiktok — for Part 1 of our conversation about how she went from realtor and stay-at-home mom to a…

S1E26 Titles, Closings, & Confidence w/ Pete Perperas

Nov 10, 2025 56m

Coming up on 20 years in the title business, our next guest Pete Perperas (@pperperas) of RealSafe Title (@realsafetitle) breaks down everything buyers, sellers, and agents should know about title…

S1E25 Strength, Conditioning & Consistency w/ Decker Lindsay

Nov 03, 2025 46m

In this episode of I Hope This Helps, we sit down with Decker Lindsay — the powerhouse behind Decker Lindsay Strength & Conditioning, an elite training facility in East Hanover, New Jersey, built…

S1E24 Healing, Alignment, and Peak Performance w/ Dr. Larry Ordonez

Oct 27, 2025 36m

In this episode of I Hope This Helps, we sit down with Dr. Larry Ordonez, founder of Peak Chiropractic and Wellness in Newark, NJ — a board-certified chiropractor with over a decade of experience…

S1E23 Community, Legacy, & the Future of Newark’s East Ward w/ Councilman Michael Silva

Oct 20, 2025 50m

Not many people get to create real change in the city they grew up in — but Councilman Michael Silva does just that every day. The son of Portuguese immigrants, Michael’s story is one of pride,…

S1E22 Pursuit, Persistence, & Pasta w/ Jon Jorge

Oct 13, 2025 50m

From sipping Shirley Temples as a kid to running one of New Jersey’s top Italian restaurants, Jon Jorge’s journey is a recipe for passion, persistence, and pasta. In this episode of I Hope This…

Time Management Part 1

Oct 06, 2025 6m Bonus

Balancing Business and Family: Time Management That Actually WorksRunning a business, raising a family, and managing a long commute? For most entrepreneurs, time management isn’t a perfect…

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