This week on the Meet Your Neighbor Podcast, I sit down with one of Westbrook Village’s true originals—Zina Tosto.

At 92 years young, Zina brings the kind of energy and personality you just don’t see every day. Born in Sicily, she later raised her family in the Bronx, working 12 different jobs along the way. Her story is filled with grit, humor, and a deep love for family and life.

Before we even started the interview, Zina gave me a tour of her collection of over 200 hats—each with its own story and then insisted on cooking me a full Italian meal. Let’s just say… I got a lot more than a podcast out of this one.

Zina is also one of the original homeowners in Westbrook Village, offering a unique perspective on how this community has grown and why so many people love calling it home.

This is a conversation about resilience, tradition, and living life with passion, no matter your age.

And as always, if hearing stories like Zina’s makes you think about your own next chapter, I’d love to help you make that move.