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The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford | UAP & PoliticsBill Maher: UFOs Are Real, & So Are the Cover-UpsBill Maher shocks audiences saying UFOs—now called UAPs—are real as well as the cover-ups, as the government’s been hiding the truth. Matt Ford of The Good Trouble Show breaks down Maher’s interview with The Age of Disclosure director Dan Farah, revealing Pentagon cover-ups, nuclear incidents, and media silence.Bill Maher shocks audiences saying UFOs—now called UAPs—are real, along with the government cover-ups hiding the truth. Matt Ford of The Good Trouble Show breaks down Maher’s interview with The Age of Disclosure director Dan Farah, revealing Pentagon secrets, nuclear encounters, and decades of media silenc...
2025-11-1417 min
The Live Music Industry Podcast#31 - How Back 40 Live Went From Farm Market to 12,000-Person VenueIn this episode of the Live Music Industry Podcast, Matt Ford chats with Anthony “Tony” Markun, the talent buyer behind Back 40 Live at Morris Farm Market. Tony shares how a surprise set from then-unknown Oliver Anthony drew 12,000 fans overnight and catapulted a small farm stage into a fast-growing live music destination.Inside the episode:How a backyard bonfire performance turned into a viral breakout momentThe scramble to produce a 12,000-person show in just two daysBuilding a venue from scratch with friends, family, and phone polesThe challenges (and scrappiness) of booking as an emerging venu...
2025-09-2456 minThe Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford | UAP & PoliticsThe Good Trouble Show: The UFO Case They Buried with Dr. Jacques ValléeIn this episode of The Good Trouble Show, we dive into a groundbreaking development in UFO/UAP research with Dr. Jacques Vallée. For the first time, a peer-reviewed UFO paper has been published in Progress in Aerospace Sciences, addressing a case that has been buried for over 50 years. We explore the implications of this historic breakthrough, including whether the Trump administration will disclose the reality of UFOs/UAP and the upcoming Congressional UFO hearing led by Congresswoman Anna Paulina-Luna.Investigative journalist Matt Ford interviews Dr. Vallée as they discuss the findings of their paper co-authored with Lu...
2025-08-271h 31
The Live Music Industry Podcast#30 - Against All Odds: The Fight for Independent VenuesIn this episode of The Live Music Industry Podcast, Matt Ford sits down with Stephen Parker, Executive Director of the National Independent Venue Association (NIVA), for an unfiltered look at the challenges, opportunities, and fight for fairness shaping the industry today.From the results of the State of Live survey to candid conversations on venue survival, ticketing practices, and industry power imbalances, this episode offers a wide-ranging perspective on what independents are up against and where hope lies. 🎙️ Inside the episode:State of Live survey: Optimism, challenges, and the true ec...
2025-08-221h 19The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford | UAP & PoliticsThe Good Trouble Show: Uncovering 50 Years of UFO History with Dr. Jacques ValléeIn this episode of The Good Trouble Show, we dive deep into UFOs and the UAP phenomenon as investigative journalist Matt Ford interviews world-renowned scholar and author Jeffrey J. Kripal. Together, they explore the intersection of UFOs, alien encounters, and religion, revealing the profound truths about extraterrestrial life and supernatural events. From the Bible’s mysterious encounters to contemporary UAP research, Kripal connects the dots between science, spirituality, and human history. Discover how ancient religious texts inform our understanding of modern UFO sightings, the relevance of alien abduction stories, and how recent UAP revelations could reshape our perspectives on...
2025-08-211h 06The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford | UAP & PoliticsUnraveling UFO Secrets: Paranormal Insights from Chris Ramsay | The Good Trouble ShowJoin us on The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford as we explore the intriguing world of UFOs, UAPs, and the paranormal with magician and puzzle master and creator of the podcast Area 52 Investigations, Chris Ramsay . In this episode, investigative journalist Matt Ford engages Chris in a deep dive into the UFO phenomenon, discussing personal UFO experiences, including a possible tic-tac sighting and the strange synchronicities that led him to a UAP congressional hearing. We unpack bizarre stories from his hit podcast Area 52, where magic tricks and storytelling intersect with UFO sightings and government secrecy. From Area 51 to tel...
2025-08-1459 min
The Live Music Industry Podcast#29 - Event Tech Evolution: Billfold's Futuristic Approach to POS SalesWhat does the future of payments at live events look like? In this episode of The Live Music Industry Podcast, Matt Ford sits down with Stas Chijik, co-founder of Billfold, to talk about reshaping the point-of-sale experience for venues with tens of thousands of attendees.From RFID wristbands and AI-powered operations to biometric “Look to Pay” systems, this episode offers a fascinating glimpse into how technology is streamlining transactions and changing the way fans experience live events.Inside the Episode:Introduction to Billfold: A look at how Billfold serves large-scale events with a focus on t...
2025-08-081h 06The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford | UAP & PoliticsThe Good Trouble Show: Exploring UFOs, Telepathy & Time Travel with Dr. Julia MossbridgeJulia Mossbridge, Ph. D. joins The Good Trouble Show with investigative journalist Matt Ford for a profound and thought-provoking conversation about telepathy, consciousness, time perception, precognition, and the future of human intuition. Known for her groundbreaking work in neuroscience and telepathy, Mossbridge breaks down the Time-Linked Love and Intuition (TILT) model—an innovative framework that connects love, ethics, and intuitive abilities across time. Dr. Mossbridge I just became a Senior Advisor to American DeepTech and is the Senior Human Potential Research Lead for The Telepathy Tapes.This episode explores the science behind psionics training, remote viewing, and the ne...
2025-08-061h 16
The Live Music Industry Podcast#28 - How Insights and Transparency Can Save Independent Promoters with Jen LyonVeteran promoter Jen Lyon, Founder of MeanRed Productions, shares a candid, inspiring conversation around how independents can stand their ground in a Live Nation world—plus why she’s urging promoters to join Insights now.Inside the episode:Jen’s personal journey from NYC bottle service clubs to building a values-driven venue in DetroitWhy Insights is a game-changer, and her urgent plea to fellow independents to join the movementThe power of transparency in booking, artist development, and leveling the playing fieldHow a data-sharing culture can create equity...
2025-07-2258 min
The Live Music Industry Podcast#27 - All-In Ticketing Exposed: A Candid Conversation with Randy NicholsIn this episode, Matt sits down with outspoken music industry advocate Randy Nichols for an unfiltered deep dive into the broken ticketing system—and the growing movement to fix it. From viral LinkedIn posts to behind-the-scenes talks with the DOJ, Randy shares his personal journey, his work with NITO, and what it will really take to make ticketing fair for fans and artists alike.Topics covered:How Ticketmaster rose to power—and what’s keeping it thereWhy “all-in pricing” is finally gaining tractionThe dark side of scalping, lobbying, and legislationMistakes artists and platforms keep makin...
2025-07-101h 50
The Permission SlipS1 | E4 Melissa Ford - Executive CoachI was guided to Melissa by a friend all the way back in 2012, as I struggled mightily in the aftermath of divorce, foreclosure and bankruptcy. I had several one-off appointments until completing the Landmark Forum, where it became very clear I needed EXACTLY what she had to offer. I spent 13 months meeting with her regularly for guidance and the occasional kick in the ass. I'm glad I did. She helped build the solid foundation that carried me through years of transformation.
Melissa Ford is master coach, author, and unapologetic truth-teller. Tune in for a conversation that cuts right...
2025-06-271h 03The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford | UAP & PoliticsInternational Space Station Scientist: We Can't Afford to Lose Space to ChinaIn this episode, we explore the broader implications of the U.S.-China space race, particularly regarding the International Space Station (ISS) and its critical role in maintaining American leadership in space. Investigative journalist Matt Ford is joined by Dr. Donna Roberts and Anna Brady Estevez to discuss how abandoning the ISS could jeopardize U.S. dominance and impact national security. They analyze the rapid advancements in China’s space program and the political landscape, including tensions involving key figures like Donald Trump and Elon Musk. This episode emphasizes the importance of U.S. investment in space science and technology am...
2025-06-251h 16The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford | UAP & PoliticsUAP Cover-Ups & UFO Insights: Exposing Pentagon Misinformation with Robert SalasIn this engaging UAP / UFO current events episode of The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford, we delve into the secrets behind Pentagon UFO cover-ups and the implications of UAP (Unidentified Aerial Phenomena) allegations. Featuring whistleblower Robert Salas, and a statement from Pentagon whistleblower Lue Elizondo, we investigate critical insights shared in a controversial Wall Street Journal article, revealing government misinformation regarding UFO sightings near ICBM facilities. We also discuss how these unsettling revelations impact our understanding of extraterrestrial life and current events. Join us as host Matt Ford provides expert analysis, presenting unique clips and documentation that mainstream media...
2025-06-182h 05The Live Music Industry PodcastPabst Theatre Group -- Prism Deep Dive, Automation, AI, Insights, All In Pricing and moreFacing outdated systems and growing demands, Pabst turned to Prism to streamline everything from artist discovery and internal communication to financial reporting, offer generation, and show settlement. Prism’s dynamic, ever-evolving platform has empowered Pabst to reduce errors, save money, and make smarter, data-driven decisions. As early adopters of Prism's Insights tool, Pabst helped pioneer a new standard for industry transparency and ticketing analysis. The conversation also explores the implications of all-in ticket pricing, the challenges of scalping, and concludes with a forward-looking discussion on how AI and Prism can continue to transform the live entertainment business.(00:04...
2025-06-131h 10
The Live Music Industry Podcast#26 - AI Deep Dive, Concert Marketing & the Future of the Live Music Industry with Pat -- Hive's CTOIn this episode, I sit down with Pat, CTO of Hive, technologist, futurist, a fellow live music fanatic, and friend. We explore how AI is transforming the live music industry—from automating concert marketing to revolutionizing how shows are discovered and booked. We also unpack the big questions: Is AI a threat to jobs? How much more productive are teams thanks to AI? What does the world look like in 10 years? If you’re curious about where AI is headed—and how it’s helping now—this one’s for you.(00:20) The future of Hive & their AI strategy – i...
2025-06-051h 29
The Live Music Industry PodcastPod 25 – NITO leaders discuss co-existing with promoters, consolidation, the majors, and the future of NITO – Wayne Forte & Nathaniel MarroWe had an extremely fun and informative industry deep dive with this one. From the origin story and future of NITO to epic tales from the independent agent world, we covered it all.We kicked things off exploring how the pandemic helped galvanize agents to work together, and why that collaboration still matters. Then we dug into what it truly means to be independent—both in spirit and in practice—with some unforgettable booking stories (shoutout to Derek Trucks).We also unpacked the pressures and realities of working in a landscape increasingly dominated by consolidation, weig...
2025-05-151h 41The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford | UAP & PoliticsThe SHOCKING Truth About Wikipedia's Attacks on Public FiguresOn this episode of The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford, one of America's most prominent trial attorneys, Todd McMurtry addresses the systematic targeting by an organized group of Wikipedia editors who defame or remove pages of public figures with whom they disagree. Organizations coordinate hundreds of Wikipedia editors to target Wikipedia pages related to pseudoscience, including UFOs / UAP.Former President George W. Bush economic advisor, Pippa Malmgren, her late father, Presidential Advisor and Diplomat Harald Malmgren, and former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Intelligence Christopher Mellon had their Wikipedia pages deleted or altered by a senior...
2025-04-3057 min
The Live Music Industry Podcast#24 – Forging an Iconic Indie Promoter, Booking 600 Shows a Year, and Managing Incredible Clubs and Festivals like Mohawk and Levitation – Graham Williams, Founder and CEO of Resound Presents(Chapters below intro)In this episode, we sit down with Graham Williams, founder of Resound Presents — the legendary indie promoter behind over 600 shows a year across Austin, San Antonio, and Dallas. We dive into the macroeconomics of the live music industry, surviving today’s challenging business environment, and the pros and cons of having a massive venue like The Moody Center in town.Graham shares what makes Resound’s brand stand out and reflects on how booking in Austin has evolved over the last 30 years. We explore his festival era, from Fun Fun Fu...
2025-04-291h 45
The Live Music Industry Podcast#23 – The Pinhook Founding Story: Durham’s Thriving 200‑Cap Queer‑Owned, Community‑Centered ClubIn this conversation, Kym (the venue owner) walks us through Pinhook’s 16‑year journey from start‑up to beloved cultural anchor in downtown Durham, NC. They open by explaining how Prism’s booking and settlement tools have tightened operations enough for a small, 200‑capacity room to pay fair wages—including their own—without sacrificing the club’s community‑first ethos.Kym then rewinds to Pinhook’s 2008 founding, sharing how a queer‑owned, radically inclusive space was forged to welcome every walk of life while amplifying Durham’s DIY music roots. They dive into the economics of surviving (and thriving) as a micro...
2025-04-1745 min
The Live Music Industry Podcast#22 | The Otherworldly Evolution of Brooklyn Mirage / Learning from Electric Zoo’s Failures – Josh Wyatt, CEO of Avant GardnerAvant Gardner, home of The Brooklyn Mirage, is truly one of the most spectacular venues in the world, and the innovation isn’t done yet. In this episode, we dive deep into the wild transformation Brooklyn Mirage is undergoing—possibly on the level of an East Coast Sphere (while still being its own thing). The new CEO joins my podcast to share plans for the future and to reflect on some harrowing mistakes made at the last Electric Zoo festival. I loved Josh’s approach: take feedback head-on, make peace, commit to changes, follow through, and keep going....
2025-03-2047 minThe Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford | UAP & PoliticsThe Bizarre Case of New Jersey's Mystery DronesIn this month's news, Trump Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the mystery drones flown across New Jersey were "authorized to be flown by the FAA" in the first press briefing of the Trump administration. But are these really UAPs/ UFOs? Is the Trump Administration telling the truth?Last month, the UAP Disclosure Fund hosted a town hall to discuss the public safety concerns of these drones operating with impunity over American airspace. The panel from The UAP Disclosure Fund, including Yuan Fung, Chris Grooms, Richard Lang, and Gerry and John Tedesco brothers, joins us on The Good Trouble...
2025-03-082h 43The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford | UAP & PoliticsPentagon Showdown: Congress Fights for UAP Truth with Matt LasloWashington, D.C. journalist Matt Laslo of Askapol will join us #live on The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford to discuss the latest 2025 UAP News, including the Federal Secrets Task Force, which will investigate UFOs / UAP, the JFK assassination, and other national secrets. During our live stream, Matt Laslo will take your questions. With the release of the JFK files, Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna and Congressman James Comer, the Chair of the House Oversight Committee, announced the formation of the Federal Secrets Task Force. The task force will work to declassify files from the CIA and others...
2025-02-211h 58
The Live Music Industry Podcast#20 | Aly Gomaa (Resound, Levitation, Psych Fest) - Producing the coolest psych rock festivals on Earth + lineup drop + innovative new format for Levitation and more!This was a truly fun podcast with my good friend Aly, who makes me feel deeply confident about the emerging generation carrying the torch for producing psych rock events and booking fantastic live music.We explore the world of psychedelic rock festivals with Aly, one of the creators behind Austin Psych Fest and Levitation. In this episode, we’ll hear how he went from booking small clubs like Hole in the Wall to producing cutting-edge events across Austin, discover his process for choosing the perfect bands, and get an inside look at the new format for Levitation 25. We...
2025-02-121h 19
Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to ZFord APIM and Jeep WCM Adventure [E173]Thanks to our Partner, NAPA Autotech In this episode, Matt Fanslow dives into two detailed vehicle diagnostic and repair stories, highlighting the challenges and solutions involved in modern automotive repair. The episode is packed with technical insights, troubleshooting tips, and lessons learned from real-world scenarios.Key Topics Covered:2013 Ford Edge SYNC System Connectivity IssueProblem: Intermittent cell phone disconnection from the SYNC system.Diagnostic Process:No DTCs (Diagnostic Trouble Codes) found.Matt linked his phone to the system and tested it without issues....
2025-02-1221 minThe Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford | UAP & PoliticsFormer Special Forces Insider Talks UFOsRetired Army special forces operator Lieutenant Colonel Dr. John Blitch, PhD, joins us on The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford in a two-part interview to discuss UAP / UFO whistleblower Jake Barber, who went public on a bombshell story by Ross Coulthart on News Nation. Dr. John Blitch discusses how David Grusch contacted him to vet Jake Barber, Jake's military credentials when he first met Jake and four other special operators who vouched for him Jake, special forces training, how the world of deep-cover or non-official cover works in the intelligence world and the crisis in military leadership....
2025-01-311h 25The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford | UAP & PoliticsAir Force Vet Jake Barber Spills the Beans on UAP UFO RetrievalIntelligence Analyst Matthew Pines reacts to former Special Forces members spilling the Beans on UAP / UFO Retrieval operations. Join us for this special LIVE edition of The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford, as Intelligence Analyst Matthew Pines analyzes UAP / UFO whistleblower Jake Barber, as seen on Ross Coulthart's explosive documentary on News Nation, airing this Saturday night.Matt Pines will discuss the revelations that the CIA and The Pentagon have operated a decades-long UFO/ UAP crash recovery program in conjunction with defense contractors such as Lockheed Martin and Northrup Grumman.The Good Trouble Show: L...
2025-01-241h 29The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford | UAP & PoliticsUAP / UFOs Spotted Off Long Island: Radar Evidence Unveiled!In this must-watch episode of The Good Trouble Show, host Matt Ford welcomes John and Gerry Tedesco of the Nightcrawler Research team for an exclusive interview that delves deep into the UAP / UFO mystery. These Long Island-based researchers discuss their groundbreaking UAP study, which revealed shocking discoveries about UAP sightings in 2024, unexplained drones over New Jersey, and the government's alleged UAP cover-up.From mystery drones over NJ and NY to eerie echoes of UFO sightings, this episode explores advanced radar anomalies, gravitational lensing effects, and the connection to UFO videos of 2024. Are we witnessing new evidence of aliens...
2025-01-211h 23
The Live Music Industry Podcast#19: The Most Important Initiative for NIVA Since SVOG Sean Watterson and Kendall Gilvar from the NIVA Board discuss the essential “State of Live” initiative.Sean & Kendall lay out the what, why, and vision of the State of Live initiative, which will provide music venues with an essential tool for local, regional, and national advocacy. If you run any kind of performance stage, please take the time to fill out the survey. In addition to discussing why this is the most important initiative since SVOG, we also explored an important philosophical discussion on the challenges live music venues face and envisioned a future where the entire industry can thrive beyond the challenges with tools like Prism Insights (link to page we are setting up).
2025-01-2145 minThe Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford | UAP & PoliticsMysterious Drones Captured on Camera by Nebraska Cop!Another Nebraska law enforcement official goes public for the first time! Former Ord, Nebraska Chief of Police Chris Grooms is joined Valley County Nebraska Sheriff's Deputy Jade Stethem who will reveal their identity and dozens of videos they took of mysterious drones while on duty in Nebraska only days ago. This is an exclusive interview with Matt Ford on The Good Trouble Show, where we will show this footage live and correlate it with historical radar footage of local aviation traffic.Following the recent White House press briefing, it is clear the Biden Administration is not being with...
2025-01-152h 34The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford | UAP & PoliticsFormer Police Chief Chris Grooms Exposes the Truth About New Jersey Mysterious DronesWith the mystery drones over New Jersey, the Biden Administration wants the public to believe that these car-sized drones are something new. The former Chief of Police of Ord Nebraska Chris Grooms goes on the record to discuss their mysterious drone incidents from December 2019 & January 2020. National Security Council Spokesperson John Kirby continues to gaslight Congress and Americans as it hides what it knows about drones and the likelihood they are UAP / UFOs.The article in The Daily Mail written by Matthew Phelan, Christopher Sharp, and Matt Ford from The Good Trouble Show, is an in-depth interview with Chris G...
2025-01-121h 11The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford | UAP & PoliticsTop Investigative Journalist George Knapp On UAP Cover-UpAward-winning investigative journalist George Knapp and co-host of Weaponized with Jeremy Corbell, joins us on The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford to discuss his career in broadcast journalism, the upcoming congressional hearing on Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAPs), and why Congress must take immediate action. We’ll delve into whistleblower insights from David Grusch and Lue Elizondo, explore the Pentagon’s secret UAP programs—including discussions around SAPs like Immaculate Constellation—and examine allegations of government retaliation against journalists and whistleblowers. George Knapp will share his groundbreaking investigations into Area 51, his interviews with Bob Lazar, and the challenges faced whe...
2024-12-292h 22The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford | UAP & PoliticsMystery Drones Over New Jersey & National Security with Lue ElizondoFormer Pentagon official Lue Elizondo joins Matt Ford on The Good Trouble Show as he reacts to the news of mystery drones over New Jersey, New York, and other states as The Biden Administration tries to cover up what is happening in the skies of The United States and reveals a previously unknown drone intrusion over a major military base. Could these be UAP? Plus, Lue reveals a major drone incursion over a critical United States Air Force Base. The Good Trouble Show: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thegoodtroubleshowPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheGoodTroubleShow YouTube: htt...
2024-12-2455 minThe Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford | UAP & PoliticsNew Jersey Mystery Drones: Mayor Michael Melham SpeaksMayor Michael Melham from Belleville, New Jersey, joins Matt Ford on The Good Trouble Show to discuss the news of the New Jersey mystery drones in his town and the rest of New Jersey. Mayor Melham offers his thoughts on the possible source of the mystery drones, as well as his take on the state and federal response from the Biden Administration.Michael Melham was born and raised in Belleville and is a Belleville Public School System graduate. He received a BA in Communications from William Paterson University and is seeking a Masters in City & Regional Planning.
2024-12-2419 minThe Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford | UAP & PoliticsPentagon Director of UFO Program Testifies to SenateThe Pentagon's UFO / UAP program AARO, UFO Chief Dr. Jon Kosloski, testifies at a Senate hearing headed by Senator Kirsten Gillibrand. Sean Kahill, US Navy Retired, & the host of Disclosure Team Vinnie Adams, join Matt Ford for Commentary as the Director of AARO is grilled on Pentagon UFO progress, AARO's former Director Dr. Sean Kirkpatrick, and more.Following the bombshell Congressional hearing last week and testimony by Lue Elizondo, Michael Shellenbeger, and retired Navy Rear Admiral Tim Gallaudet, this Congressional hearing with Senator Gillibrand and the Director of AARO, Dr. Jon Kosloski, should be fireworks.Sean Cah...
2024-12-111h 49
The Live Music Industry Podcast#18 | Daniel Brindley, Union Stage CEO & CoFounder. Employing hundreds of employees, operating 7 venues, and booking thousands of shows a year in the competitive DC market.In today’s episode, we talk with Daniel with someone who’s been at the heart of D.C.’s live music scene for over two decades. From starting out as artists to building and running Union Stage Presents, which now operates six venues and hosts thousands of shows each year, they’ve seen it all. We’ll discuss the challenges of running small venues, how to keep a schedule packed with hundreds of shows, the realities of growing a business in a competitive market, and what it’s like to manage a multi-venue operation. We’ll also explore what makes D.C...
2024-12-031h 12The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford | UAP & PoliticsPentagon / Lockheed Martin UAP / UFO Detection Tech In Civilian HandsIn this episode of The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford, physicist / electrical engineer Mitch Randall demonstrates a radar system for detecting UAPs / UFOs that can be deployed by the public, bypassing Pentagon classification rules. The tech is called Passive Bistatics and is a distributed UFO detection system with multi-sensor data and provenance. It's designed to distinguish instantaneous acceleration - something humans can't do. This tech will be globally revealed for the first time so anyone can develop the tech. The sensor platform is based on a Lockheed Martin radar system that detects ballistic missiles and other airborne targets and...
2024-11-251h 19
Country Over SelfGerald R. Ford's pardon of Nixon and Betty Ford making her private difficulties public with Richard Norton SmithOriginally recorded on 09-27-2024 In this episode, Matt and Richard talk about the 38th President, Gerald R. Ford, and his pardon of his predecessor, Richard Nixon, who resigned in disgrace and under threat of impeachment for the Watergate scandal - a move that almost certainly led to Ford's defeat in the 1976 election against Jimmy Carter. Matt and Richard also talk about First Lady Betty Ford's courageous decision to turn her private struggles with cancer and alcoholism public so as to raise awareness and reduce stigmatism. Richard Norton SmithBorn in Leominster, Massachusetts in 1953, Mr. Smith g...
2024-11-1949 min
The Live Music Industry PodcastEpisode 17 | Rami Haykal-Manning - Founder & COO Elsewhere – Raising 3.5M and building one of Brooklyn’s most important clubsIn this episode, we dive into the journey of PopGun Presents and the iconic Brooklyn venue Elsewhere, with founder Rami. From his early days as an agent to becoming a cornerstone in NYC’s live music scene, Rami shares insights into building a thriving venue in a competitive market. We explore the hustle behind booking in NYC, the impressive $3.5M raise for Elsewhere’s launch, and the successes and challenges. Rami also shares his perspective on the future of music venues amidst rising costs and industry consolidation. A must-listen for anyone curious about the business and soul of NYC’s musi...
2024-11-1459 min
AZ Tech Roundtable 2.0Ford Power Promise for EV Cars w/ Becca Anderson - AZ TRT - S05 EP40 (256) 10-13-2024Ford Power Promise for EV Cars w/ Becca Anderson AZ TRT - S05 EP40 (256) 10-13-2024 What We Learned This Week: Ford - Classic Car Company with 100 Years + History EV Car adoption is a growing trend Battery Charging at Home + on the Road Software & Service is part of the Ford Promise on new EVs F150 & Mustang Models are available as EVs Guest: Becca Anderson Senior Director Ford e Customer Experience LKIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/becca-anderson-cxdirector/ https://www.ford.com/electric/
2024-10-3025 min
The Live Music Industry PodcastEpisode #16 | Bruce Finkelman (Managing Partner, 16 on Center) Secrets to Success - Building an Independent Music Venue Empire in ChicagoIn this episode of the podcast, I sit down with Bruce Finkelman, Managing Partner of 16 on Center, to uncover the secrets behind building an independent music venue empire in Chicago. From the founding story of 16 On Center to expanding multiple venues, we explore the economics of owning your own venue space, the evolution of running a venue from 1995 to 2024, and the challenges of staying independent in an industry dominated by giants like Live Nation and Ticketmaster. Bruce also shares insights into building a sustainable team, creating iconic venues like The Salt Shed, and his vision for the future of...
2024-10-231h 06
The Deal Ranch#38 Ford Elliott | CEO, Contender DevelopmentFord Elliott is CEO of Contender Development and a veteran real estate developer and entrepreneur with over 18 years of experience in development, construction, business acquisitions and running multiple successful operating businesses. Contender is also a recent recipient of Marriott International's Developer of the Year Award.
Ford has led the team to over $2 Billion in active developments and founded Blackstream, which sells over $700 Million worth of real estate annually and has over 350 team members. He prides himself on the partnerships that the company has formed with some of the best companies in the world, including, but not limited to...
2024-10-1153 min
The Live Music Industry PodcastEpisode #15: Ian Roberts (CEO HIVE) - The evolution of Hive becoming an industry leader marketing business + the future of the Live Music Industry, AI, VR/AR, and more.In this episode we dive into the evolution of Hive, from its roots as a ticketing company to its current role as a key player in marketing automation. We explore the challenges in the industry, and the company’s rapid team growth. Looking ahead, we discuss Hive’s aspirations, the potential of AI, and the intricacies of software design. The convo wrapped with some exciting fastball topics like the DOJ, Live Nation VS Independents, AI, VR/AR, and the booming live entertainment scene.
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2024-10-111h 03The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford | UAP & PoliticsUFOs: The Book By Lue Elizondo That Changed EverythingJoin The Good Trouble Show podcast roundtable to discuss the news of Lue Elizondo's new book, Imminent, on UFOs / UAP topics. In our Imminent book review, we discuss the book's revelations on the Pentagon and the CIA's efforts to cover up David Grusch and the UAP Disclosure Act, known as the Schumer Amendment, for the NDAA by Senator Chuck Schumer and Mike Rounds. We are joined by Dr. Bob McGwier, or Science Bob from Spaced Out Radio, Daniel Elizondo, Lynda Thompson, Dr. Keith Taylor, and your host, Matt Ford. With revelations about UFOs and UAPs by whistleblower David Gr...
2024-09-172h 36The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford | UAP & PoliticsUAPs & Congress with Matt LasloJournalist Matt Laslo joins us on The Good Trouble Show, TGTS, to discuss the latest congressional news on UAP, including Senators Chuck Schumer and Mike Rounds' second attempt on the UAPDA and what's up with Rep. Jim Himes and AARO.With revelations by whistleblower David Grusch and earlier by Lue Elizondo, Congress is demanding answers. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand, Mike Rounds, Rep. Tim Burchett, and others realize that the Pentagon and the CIA have been lying to Congress and the American people. The UAPDA for the NDAA is the best chance for UAP / UFO transparency so long as Congressman Mi...
2024-08-301h 56The Live Music Industry PodcastPodcast #14: Fabrice Sergent, Co-founder and Managing Partner of BandsintownIn this episode, we chat with Fabrice Sergent, co-founder and CEO of Bandsintown which has grown to become one of the largest most impressive platforms in all of Live Music. In the pod, Fabrice reveals the origin story, showcasing the company's impressive growth. Emphasizing the importance of supporting local musicians and venues, Fabrice discusses how this fosters diversity and vibrancy in the music industry. Wrapping up, he explores the role of AI and shares his visionary outlook on the future of live music.
Fabrice Sergent is the co-founder and Managing Partner of Bandsintown. With over 88 million registered f...
2024-07-0947 minThe Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford | UAP & PoliticsPentagon vs Congress: UFO Threat to DemocracyOn #TGTS, attorney Jim Lough and author of "UFO Briefing Book: A Guide to Congressional Oversight of The UFO Phenomenon" and "Threat to the Body Politic: Foo Fighters to UAP," joins us to discuss the threat to democracy posed by The Pentagon and The CIA by subverting Congress on the UFO / UAP national security issue. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand, Chuck Schumer, Marco Rubio and Representatives Tim Burchett, Matt Gaetz, and Anna-Paulina Luna are fighting an uphill battle trying to stop The Pentagon and The CIA from blocking Congressional efforts on UFO's & UAPs.Recorded 5/5/2024The Good Trouble Show:
2024-06-042h 09The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford | UAP & PoliticsCongress REACTS - Drones Swarm US Air Force BasesWashington, DC Journalist Matt Laslo returns to The Good Trouble Show with Congressional reaction to drones flying with impunity over Langley Air Force Base and other US Air Force installations. Senators Tim Kaine, Mark Kelly, Mike Rounds, and others react. Are these UFOs / UAPs or foreign adversaries? The Pentagon and the USAF cannot protect our skies.Recorded 4/13/2024The Good Trouble Show: Linktree:https://linktr.ee/thegoodtroubleshowPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheGoodTroubleShowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoodTroubleShowTwitter / X: https://twitter.com/GoodTroubleShowInstagram: @goodtroubleshowTikTok: https://www.tiktok...
2024-05-261h 44The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford | UAP & PoliticsUK Special Forces UFO Crash RecoveryJoin our live stream with Franc Milburn, who recently revealed an incident of a UFO crash recovery operation in The Daily Mail in the 1980s. We will dig into other UK UFO sightings.Franc Milburn is a former UK Defence Intelligence officer and alumnus of The Royal Military Academy Sandhurst and the London School of Economics. He has written peer-reviewed papers for numerous globally ranked think tanks and is an affiliated researcher with the Begin-Sadat Center for Strategic Studies, which published two UAP reports by him on UAP, cited by Dr Hal Puthoff and Chris Mellon, amongst others. H...
2024-05-242h 17The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford | UAP & PoliticsBeyond UFO Sightings: What's Really Happening with Science Bob McGwierBob McGwier, known as "Science Bob" on Spaced Out Radio, joins us to discuss the new white papers from The Sol Foundation headed by Dr. Garry Nolan and Dr. Peter Skafish, the UFO / UAP memo from The Joint Chiefs of Staff, Congress, David Grusch and how The CIA and The Pentagon continue to hide the reality of UFOs from Congress and the American people and the debacle of AARO and its former Director Dr. Sean Kirkpatrick.Originally recorded March 20th, 2024.Bob McGwier (science Bob) was born in 1954 in Lebanon, Tennessee. Raised in Alabama from age 1, he...
2024-05-222h 15The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford | UAP & PoliticsShaping Government Policy on UFOs: The UAP Caucus Leads The WayWith new legislation by Congressman Tim Burchett, the government is at a crossroads regarding UFO / UAP policy. Congress continues to work behind the scenes on the UFO problem, and The UAP Caucus is helping influence policy and educate the American electorate. Lester Nare, the founder of the UAP Caucus, and Ronak Patel, the Head of Legislative Relations, joined us.Afterward, we dive again into The Guerrilla Skeptics, with Jim Quirk, host of The Quirk Zone, joining us to discuss the debunkers and more. Originally recorded March 17th, 2024.The Good Trouble Show: Linktree:https://l...
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