Saul Markowitz is a creative and comedic genius, known for his monthly column that is sure to make you laugh out loud. Check out our conversation with him below!
NHN: What brought you to the Nonahood?
SM: My Garmin GPS. Also, came down from Pittsburgh – aka The Burgh – for our son’s health issues. And it’s working extremely well for him.
NHN: What do you like writing/reading about or taking pictures of?
SM: Anything regarding current events, theatre, film, and the entertainment world. Hey, MAD Magazine is still a great read, too!
NHN: What’s your favorite thing about Nonahood News?
SM: My monthly column. (Just kidding.) The well-written stories and well-produced videos. Congrats to Rhys and his entire team for a job well done.
You’re welcome.
NHN: Where are you from originally?
SM: I’m a proud Buffalonian. The official home of chicken wings, unfortunate Super Bowl losses and snow – and more snow!
NHN: What’s your favorite hobby?
SM: I’m a crazy “beer league” ice hockey player!
NHN: What’s your most embarrassing moment?
SM: I’m too embarrassed to tell you.
Next question.
How dare you?
NHN: What’s your biggest dream?
SM: To be taller than 5 ft. 4. Oh – a man can dream!
NHN: Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
SM: I see myself grayer and continuing to expand our PR/marketing efforts in this region as well as back in Pittsburgh n’at. (Pittsburghers will understand that last word.) Do you think my Buffalo Bills will finally win a Super Bowl by then?
NHN: What are you most excited about in Lake Nona?
SM: All the exciting new projects being planned for this area. As a PR professional, there are so many opportunities to tell the positive story about Lake Nona.
NHN: Who’s your biggest inspiration?
SM: There are two: My wife, Bonnie, who is the ultimate mom to our teenage son, Brandon. What she has to done to assist our amazing son with his long-term health issues is incredible and a true inspiration. Also, my dad (he passed away suddenly in 1992), who juggled an array of jobs to keep a roof over our heads. As he once said to me, “On my tombstone, I want it to read, ‘At least he tried!’” I’m proud to have inherited his work ethic and a strange sense of humor.
NHN: What’s your favorite book?
SM: Anything with CliffsNotes and beautiful pictures.
NHN: What’s your favorite movie?
SM: Amadeus and anything by Mel Brooks.
NHN: What show(s) have you binge-watched?
SM: So many shows, so little time. Here are a few: Dexter, Breaking Bad, and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.
NHN: If you could add one thing to the Nonahood, what would it be?
SM: An amazing kosher deli. Oh – and a library. In that order.
RAPID FIRE QUESTIONS:
Extrovert or Introvert?
A little bit of both.
Indoors or Outdoors?
Depends if I’m in Florida or Pittsburgh.
Sun or Snow?
Snow
Dogs or Cats?
Dogs
Coffee or Tea?
Tea
Adventurous or Laid Back?
Adventurous
Canon, Nikon or Sony?
iPhone – c’mon?
Books or TV?
TV
Check back next month to get to know another member of the nona.media team!
