1. The Children Always Came First-Taking a Look Back At Episode #8 43:59

From a family of academics, Anne just didn’t quite fit in as a teen.  But sometimes life’s winding path brings you unexpectedly to the head of the pack.  Mary Elizabeth, Anne’s mom, earned two Masters degrees, raised 5 children and was a major influence in her life.

What most would consider a devastating event in ones life, turns out to be a Godsend and the beginning of a fairytale.  Anne says “I lucked out”.  But it takes more than luck. It takes faith, love, commitment and the right partner. 

Jackie Tantillo loves being on both sides of the microphone –as Voice Over Artist and Producer/Engineer and in front of the camera as an On Camera Talent. She has been featured in National and International On Camera and Voice Over Commercials and Industrials. Over the years, she has mentored students with an interest in production and broadcasting and has volunteered with elementary school aged children in theatre production. Jackie is able to draw from her many years as a spokesperson and radio talent to bring warmth and insight to her many endeavors, including representative for organizations such as D.A.R.E., March of Dimes, Muscular Dystrophy and Easter Seals. A mom and the youngest of seven siblings, Italian American born in Rota Spain, Jackie or ‘Juani’ as her family and friends call her, comes from a very close knit family. Her knowledge of conversational French, Italian and Spanish has broadened the scope of her work. She lives in New Jersey and loves spending time with her family in the outdoors and traveling.