Newark Made is a podcast that amplifies the voices of entrepreneurs, business leaders, and changemakers shaping Newark’s future. Produced by Invest Newark, this series laces the lived experience of Newark’s business operators with the latest data on Newark’s business climate. Through candid conversations, listeners gain insight into the challenges, triumphs, and lessons of building a business in Newark.
He Replaced School Bells With Kids’ Podcasts w/ Anthony Frasier
Anthony Frasier is the founder of ABF Creative and a pioneer in audio storytelling for kids of color. He shares how his team replaced school bells with motivational podcast clips—and why Newark is the perfect home for innovation.
Special thanks to The Prudential Foundation and the business owners of Newark, NJ.
Special acknowledgements: Emily Manz, Chief Business Development Officer and Director of Marketing at Invest Newark, and Anari Ormond, Assistant Vice President for Business Development at Invest Newark.
12 Aug 2025
This Newark Factory Powers Apple, GE, and Bose w/ Gail Friedberg
Gail Friedberg runs ZAGO Manufacturing—a Newark-based screw factory with global clients like GE, Bose, and NASA. In this episode, she explains how advanced manufacturing and community investment can go hand in hand.
Special thanks to The Prudential Foundation and the business owners of Newark, NJ.
Special acknowledgements: Emily Manz, Chief Business Development Officer and Director of Marketing at Invest Newark, and Anari Ormond, Assistant Vice President for Business Development at Invest Newark.
5 Aug 2025
This Newark Dentist Created a Playful Healing Space for Kids w/ Suffiyah Webb
Suffiyah Webb is a board-certified pediatric dentist who built a practice that feels more like an art installation than a clinic. Known for her creativity and care, families travel from across the region just to get a spot in her chair.
Special thanks to The Prudential Foundation and the business owners of Newark, NJ.
Special acknowledgements: Emily Manz, Chief Business Development Officer and Director of Marketing at Invest Newark, and Anari Ormond, Assistant Vice President for Business Development at Invest Newark.
29 Jul 2025
She Booked Bad Bunny at Her Family Restaurant w/ Natalia Villanueva
Long before Bad Bunny became a global star, he performed inside Natalia Villanueva’s family restaurant. Now she’s building Cafecitos Bakery and reimagining what a modern Latin food business can look like in Newark’s North Ward.
Special thanks to The Prudential Foundation and the business owners of Newark, NJ.
Special acknowledgements: Emily Manz, Chief Business Development Officer and Director of Marketing at Invest Newark, and Anari Ormond, Assistant Vice President for Business Development at Invest Newark.
22 Jul 2025
The Architect Who Builds Kitchens That Grow Food w/ Francis Fatade
Francis Fatade is an architect and designer building kitchens that grow food. In this episode, he explains how his sustainable designs merge beauty and functionality—and how he’s helping Newark residents reconnect with food, space, and self-reliance.
Special thanks to The Prudential Foundation and the business owners of Newark, NJ.
Special acknowledgements: Emily Manz, Chief Business Development Officer and Director of Marketing at Invest Newark, and Anari Ormond, Assistant Vice President for Business Development at Invest Newark.
15 Jul 2025
She Transformed a Block Into Newark’s Wellness Hub w/ Rashena Burroughs
Rashena Burroughs turned a single storefront in Newark’s West Ward into a community anchor—starting with plant-based meals and evolving into an entire wellness corridor. She shares how every venture—from vegan desserts to alkaline water—was rooted in a clear vision for healing and growth.
Special thanks to The Prudential Foundation and the business owners of Newark, NJ.
Special acknowledgements: Emily Manz, Chief Business Development Officer and Director of Marketing at Invest Newark, and Anari Ormond, Assistant Vice President for Business Development at Invest Newark.
8 Jul 2025
Why Newark’s Internet Is Among the Nation’s Fastest w/ Garth Naar
Garth Naar details Newark's digital transformation through fiber optic infrastructure, municipal broadband, and local tech training, making it one of America's fastest-connected cities in this interview.
1 Jul 2025
From Brazil to Newark: How She Built a Luxury Med Spa Empire w/ Leilan Singh
Leilan Singh, founder of HL Med Spa, recounts her entrepreneurial journey from Brazil to Newark, detailing how she established a luxury med spa empire, in an interview.
24 Jun 2025
This 100-Year-Old Newark Pharmacy Still Serves Generations w/ Mario Puorro
Mario Puorro recounts decades of serving Newark at LIS Pharmacy, sharing intergenerational stories and insights into community resilience in this interview.
17 Jun 2025
She Launched a Black-Owned Drive-In During Lockdown w/ Ayana Morris
Cultural producer Ayana Morris discusses launching Moonlight Cinema, a Black-owned drive-in theater in Newark, to foster community and safely bring people together through film; this is an interview.
10 Jun 2025
How a Corner Deli Became a Newark Staple w/ Abdul Roberson
Abdul Roberson, owner of Abby’s Deli, discusses building a strong Newark brand through community engagement, branded merchandise, and a commitment to local identity in this interview.
3 Jun 2025
Why Comedians Are Choosing Newark Over Brooklyn w/ Justin Williams
Comedian Justin Williams discusses why Newark is becoming a hub for comedians, highlighting his efforts to cultivate a unique nightlife space that champions local talent and Black-owned businesses in an interview.
27 May 2025
Introducing Newark Made!
Hosts Emily Manz and Marcus Randolph introduce Newark Made, a podcast spotlighting Newark, New Jersey entrepreneurs and their impact on the city's growth.
Who has been a guest on Newark Made
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Garth Naar
Leilan Singh
Mario Puorro
Ayana Morris
Abdul Roberson
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YouTube views
13,929
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
3 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 44 / 100
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45
Social presence
0
YouTube
76
Engagement
32
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