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Meinl RadioNavene Koperweis & Matt HalpernIn this episode of Meinl Radio, we sit down with Meinl artists Navene Koperweis and Matt Halpern after wrapping up a two-day recording session. Matt and Navene discuss their intertwined history through topics like being on early tours together, band transitions, the pressures of recording, navigating the world of online criticism, and the importance of authenticity in a society obsessed with perfection.
2025-06-061h 11
Franchise QBEpisode 73: Matt Forbush- Founder and CEO, ZignylIn this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern speaks with Matt Forbush, founder and CEO of Zignyl, about his journey in franchising and the innovative solutions his company provides to enhance business operations. They discuss the challenges faced by franchise owners, the importance of employee engagement, and how Zignyl's AI-driven platform helps streamline decision-making and improve business outcomes. The conversation also touches on the future of Zignyl and its commitment to evolving with technology to better serve the franchise community.Takeaways-Zignyl was created to address the chaos in...
2025-03-2616 min
1-800-BJJ-HELP#83 Matt Halpern: Drummer with Periphery, Jiu Jitsu While Traveling, Mental Health, and MoreIn this episode, we talk to Matt Halpern! He's the drummer in Periphery, co-founder of getgooddrums.com, avid jiu jitsu practioner, and all around awesome dude. We talk about the logistics of training jiu jitsu while on the road, how Matt keeps himself safe while rolling so he doesn't put himself at risk as a drummer, mental health, and a whole lot more. Hope you enjoy his unique journey and story! Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on Discord here. Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50...
2024-05-1956 min
The Prog ReportMatt Halpern (Periphery) Interview - Djent is Not A GenrePeriphery drummer Matt Halpern returns to talk about the band's new album Periphery V: Djent is Not a Genre. Kyle Fagala and Roie Avin talk with Matt about making the album, his work as a mental health advocate, his drum company Get Good Drums and more.
2023-02-2130 min
Real Teacher TalkCan We Bring Fun Back Into the Classroom? with Matt HalpernDo you ever feel like it’s impossible to have fun in the classroom anymore? There are often so many “other” things to care about, that fun can be the last thing on our minds.In this episode of Real Teacher Talk, I sat down with Matt Halpern to talk about why it’s a challenge to have fun in the classroom, why fun in the classroom is important, and how to bring fun back!Matt is a joyful educator who draws on almost two decades of experience as a classroom teacher and literacy...
2022-09-1847 min
Teach Hustle Inspire005: Practical strategies to go from the classroom to consultant with Matt HalpernIn this episode, educator-entrepreneur Matt Halpern helps us to understand how he runs a profitable business that allows him to operate in his purpose. As a full-time entrepreneur, Matt walks us through his process to market himself as the product, land contracts and even turn them into recurring speaking/presentation opportunities. He also offers some practical strategies for those just getting started as speakers or presenters in the education space, and what you can do to get in the game - now! Connect with Matt Halpern:Website: https://www.matthalperneducation.com/ Instagram: https://w...
2022-07-2658 min
Don't Shit On The BusMatt Halpern of Periphery Interview – Life on and off the RoadMatt Halpern is the Drummer of Periphery and one of the creators behind Get Good Drums. I love how balanced and intentional he is with his life and it was a pleasure to learn from him for an hour. Congrats on creating a human with your life, I look forward to experiencing the joys of life you are experiencing right now. See you in real life soon!
In this episode of the Don’t Shit On The Bus podcast we will learn:
• How Matt found a balance between the touring world and family life
• Several...
2022-04-0456 min
Schlagabtausch – Das Schlagzeugmagazin im Podcast-Format#23 – Matt Sorum, World Drum Festival, Pearl Matt-Halpern-Snare, ABBA Voyage, AufnahmeprüfungenIn Folge 23 erfährt Rock'n'Roll-Haudegen Matt Sorum anlässlich seines 61. Geburtstags angemessene Würdigung. Bitte im Terminkalender anstreichen: die Bewerbungsfrist für den Deutschen Jazzpreis sowie das World Drum Festival in Mannheim. Im Gearcheck hat Dirk Pearls Matt-Halpern-Signature-Snare bearbeitet. Dirk und Timo widmen sich außerdem der Hörerfrage, was in Aufnahmeprüfungen abgefragt wird. Ebenfalls Thema: Voyage, ABBAs Comeback-Album nach 40 Jahren. Empfehlungen der Woche: die Sequenzersoftware Reaper und das Album »Feels Good« von Michael Ruff mit Drummer Joey Heredia.Linkliste Episode #23Newshttps://mattsorum.com/https://www.deutscher-jazzpreis.de/
2021-11-181h 11
The Ex-Man with Doc CoyleMatt Halpern (Periphery, GetGood Drums)Doc welcomes Periphery drummer and co-founder of GetGood Drums, Matt Halpern, to the show and they talk about Periphery's approach to writing and recording a new album during the pandemic, the secret to the band's chemistry, how he balances his naturalistic drumming style with the more computerized modern technology of digital drum programs, what inspired him to start the music education company, Bandhappy, and become an entrepreneur, why he focuses so much of his life on health, wellness, and being disciplined, and the two wrap up talking about some of their favorite films.This episode features the...
2021-09-012h 55
Lies Between Us - Roger Ray BirdEpisode #16 The Master Of Intentional Living with Matt HalpernMatt Halpern, an incredibly savvy and accomplished businessman at the well-versed age of 38, ridiculously focused and disciplined since four years old, and hyper-talented with almost every one of his varied pursuits. As legit rockstar drummer with his progressive metal mates in their band Periphery, Matt and I have a deep conversation about his intentional avoidance of drug and alcohol addiction, even while growing up in Baltimore, arguably the heroin capital of the world. Matt gleams as he presents the massive responsibility assigned to himself as a new father, reveals how he and his gorgeous wife Na...
2021-06-241h 37
The Riffhard PodcastMatt Halpern (Periphery, GetGoodDrums)Matt Halpern is the drummer in Periphery and the co-owner of GetGoodDrums.
1:47 - Matt, Browne, and Eyal’s tour adventures
22:28 - Band chemistry and communication are crucial
40:40 - Deprivation work and putting other people first
49:31 - How drummers communicate with guitarists
1:14:20 - Can you develop pocket and rhythm?
1:23:37 - The relationship between the kick and riffs
1:29:18 - Choosing cymbals for a specific part
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2021-03-291h 40
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 84: A New YearThe pastry show rolls on! *Recorded Dec 30, 2020*
We picked back up in 2020 as a direct result to quarantine in March. This led to weekly chats throughout most of the year with some of our favorite people working in music, pro wrestling, food, science, and more. After a couple months away, we check in (without a plan) for our own New Year's celebration chat.
We start by deconstructing Unnecessary Conversations, @JordanBeatwell's absurdist weekly IG Live series. This leads to a broader conversation about the ways in which we are always trying to become more like ourselves. We...
2021-01-191h 09
The Punk Rock MBAMatt Halpern (Periphery, GetGoodDrums)Finn Mckenty chats with Matt Halpern about running a company, dealing with COVID, and more. If you want to know what it's like to run a business and be in a successful band, be ready to take notes!Follow Matt Halpern on Instagram.Check out Periphery and GetGoodDrums.Follow The Punk Rock MBA on Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube.Follow Finn McKenty on Instagram.Sign up for the PRMBA Newsletter.PRMBA MerchProduced and edited by Deanna Chapman.Support The Punk Rock MBA on Patreo...
2021-01-111h 19
Classroom BrewBalancing Humanity and Social Distancing (ft. Matt Halpern @matthalperneducation)165: Matt Halpern joins the podcast to give us an inside look into hybrid learning for kindergarten. Ryan and Matt also go into the daily health screening process, 2020's "teacher tired," balancing humanity with safety, and considerations that parents/non-teachers need to keep in mind!
Also discussed: Matt and Ryan's refusal to do TikTok Dances
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2020-10-1550 min
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 83: Caleb Shomo (Beartooth)Caleb Shomo has spent his adult life on the road as a musician. Now he's stuck at home...being a musician. The Beartooth frontman joins Matt and Jordan from his home studio to chat about adapting this year, rediscovering his passion for music production, some philosophy on making the most of our time here, and much more, some of which is documented in the bullet points below!
• Writing an album's worth of new music
• What he learned from Slipknot
• Caleb and Matt meeting on Warped Tour
• Touring with Every Time I Die
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2020-10-021h 29
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 82: Brandan Fokken (Fokken Nuts)Brandan Fokken is a man of integrity, vision, and values. He also eats more peanut butter than you.
Brandan joins Matt, Jordan, and Justin from his Fokken Nuts office for an inspiring chat on the power of generosity. Brandan knows who he is and what he desires to be, and it's these traits that define his brand of peanut butter. He shares how this informs how the company expresses itself and interacts with others in the world. We cover a lot more, and some of the topics are listed next...WITH BULLET POINTSSSS:
• Eating a ja...
2020-09-181h 03
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 81: Neil Westfall (A Day To Remember)Neil Westfall keeps moving. Although much of his ADTR plans were put on hold, including a North American tour with Slipknot, he has quickly built a thriving, music-based Twitch community (and the computer to support it), and is close to launching a restaurant with his wife, Mary.
Neil joins Matt, Jordan, and Justin from Orlando, Florida, in his beautifully lit and professionally shot studio. Get ready for the bullet points, baybeeee!!!
• The importance and evolution of ADTR's live production
• If the band is considering live concert streams
• How the band strategically invest...
2020-09-041h 15
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 80: Chef Brian TsaoBrian Tsao is #NotYourTypicalChef. He's beaten Bobby Flay, built a music studio in his NYC home, and streams weekly on Twitch.
Chef Brian joins Matt, Jordan, (and eventually) Justin in a fun chat that somehow devolves into THE GREAT CHEESE DEBATE! There's more too:
• Creating the menu for his new sandwich shop
• The joy of cooking at home
• His love for teaching others how to cook
• How everyone can improve their home cooking
• His FAVORITE meal to eat
Connect with Chef Brian:
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2020-08-281h 21
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 79: PliniPlini joins Matt and Jordan from his home in Sydney, Australia. He leads a band in his namesake and is a REALLY GOOD guitar player and a NICE guy too! Watch out…a bullet point list is coming up:
• Updates on the next Plini record
• Stories of Plini and Periphery on tour
• Albums vs Singles
• Halloween in Australia
• Haunted hayrides in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
• Marketing new music in a global pandemic
• Taking “play” seriously
• Innovating as a professional creative
• Coffee in Australia
...
2020-08-201h 12
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 78: Unnecessary CroissantsJordan dates on FaceTime, Matt has gone all in on contrast therapy, and Justin built himself a sauna. What does it mean to "feel good" and how does this inform daily routines? Matt and Justin chat about ice baths and Jordan offers a theory on deprivation float tanks which seems to go nowhere so he pivots to riffing on VH1's Love and Hip Hop. Please be kind to yourself!
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2020-08-191h 20
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 77: Chardelle Moore (Motivational Moore)Chardelle Moore is a lightworker.
She infuses light and spirit into every person or creative project she encounters. She shares her gifts as an artist, motivational speaker, and founder of the multimedia and communications company, Motivational Moore.
Chardelle spent five years on air at FOX45 Baltimore, working in the same building that houses Ring of Honor Wrestling. In March 2019, Jordan was consulting a wrestler who was featured on the show Chardelle hosted and willed into existence, BMORE Lifestyle. Even though this podcast was on hiatus, Jordan knew Chardelle needed to be a guest.
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2020-08-061h 20
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 76: Wai Ting (Post Wrestling)Wai Ting is a professional, professional wrestling podcaster.
Wai is the owner, operator, and host of Post Wrestling with his partner and friend, John Pollock.
Jordan has been a listener and supporter of theirs for the better part of a decade. (He claims to have only strived for a leadership position at Ring of Honor Wrestling in hopes of one day being a guest on the Post Wrestling Christmas Show.) Jordan, Matt, and Justin dig into a wide-ranging chat with Wai from his home studio in Toronto, Ontario.
Here are some of the t...
2020-07-301h 48
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 75: Greg Kelley ("Outcry" on Showtime/Tomahawk Targets)Greg Kelley is the subject of Showtime's 5-part documentary "Outcry," owner and operator of Tomahawk Targets, and a world-class athlete and football player.
Greg joins Matt, Jordan, and Justin from Texas for one of their most powerful conversations. This served as a reunion of sorts for Greg and Justin who first met at the Onnit Academy in Austin.
Some of the topics the guys cover with Greg in this deeply personal and revealing chat include:
• What it means to be the "hardest worker in the room"
• How he maintained physical, mental, spiri...
2020-07-241h 10
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 74: Mike Johnston (MikesLessons.com)Mike Johnston revolutionized drum education. He leveraged technology and social media early, and became a world-renowned presence throughout the global drumming community.
And to think, he almost pivoted away from drum education altogether just prior to the pandemic.
Mike, perhaps to his surprise, shares this deeply personal story for the first time publicly with Matt and Jordan. He takes us through his thought process and what ultimately led him to becoming more energized than ever about serving his loyal drumming community.
Mike and Matt discuss their Common Thread Clinic tour with previous CC...
2020-07-161h 31Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 73: Lauren Kashan (Sharptooth)Lauren returns! Much has changed since she last chatted with us in November 2017. She moved to Boston. Her band, Sharptooth, played the final full US run of Warped Tour and traveled the world. And they have a new record out this week on Pure Noise Records!
She joins Matt, Jordan, and Justin to chat about all of that and more. Although Matt and Lauren made eggs together on Warped Tour and grew up in a hyperlocal Baltimore County music community, this is their first official meeting. Jordan and Justin go way back with Lauren to the days...
2020-07-081h 05
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 72: Saunas, Eustress, and Insane Clown PosseNo guest. No plan. The guys plug in and play.
Matt, Jordan, and Justin have a 4pm, Sunday conversation. They chat about:
• ice baths + saunas
• the various roles of stress in life and how we can best relate to it
• cultivating self awareness for what we need each day
• the power of bands creating culture + community
• Jordan becoming ordained + officiating a quarantine wedding
• Matt's first drum masterclass on Zoom
• the significance of "Be Kind To Yourself"
You can look at our faces while lis...
2020-07-011h 21
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 71: Leah Elson (Clinical Research Scientist)Leah Elson is a star in every sense of the word. She walks her talk, and her talk is impressive and articulate. Leah joins Matt, Jordan, and Justin from Fort Lauderdale, Florida for a chat that spans peanut butter to biotech.
Although she was achieving success in sports broadcasting, her dad's health issues inspired her to make a hard pivot toward studying science and medicine at Harvard. We explore more generally the process of changing our life trajectory and knowing when it's time.
She explains how education become her escape route as a kid and ho...
2020-06-241h 36
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 70: Aaron "Bubble" Patrick (All That Remains)Aaron "Bubble" Patrick understands the importance of cultivating intentional community. This is why he stepped up as tour manager in a previous band. Bubble joins Matt, Jordan, and Justin from Orlando, FL to tell the story of how tour managing put himself in a position to become the bassist of one of metal's most enduring bands, All That Remains.
Bubble is an open book and shares some of the highs and lows on his adult journey. He recounts a tour accident in which the van and trailer flipped four times, and the panic attacks that came as...
2020-06-161h 44
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 69: Chris Allison (Plini)Educators! This is the episode for you. Chris Allison is perhaps best known for touring the world as drummer of Plini, but he's both a highly skilled student and educator. Chris brewed his morning coffee and joined Matt, Jordan, and Justin from his home in Sydney, Australia. The front half of this conversation explores philosophies and methods of music education. But like most concepts the guys explore, the lessons can be extended far beyond music.
Chris also shares about the ways he learned to adapt in his transition from educator at home to performer traveling the globe...
2020-06-101h 20
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 68: Mike Silberman (Amatus Recovery Centers)Mike Silberman has an incredible family, home, hobbies, and mission-driven business. He's come a hell of a long way from heroin addiction and almost having his arm amputated.
Mike joins Jordan, Justin, and Joe (congrats on that new house, Matt!) to share his inspiring story. Mike found success as a teen as frontman of VooDoo Blue, a band that would play shows with Matt's first band in Baltimore. He performed at both RFK Stadium and Lollapalooza. But he soon found himself kicked out of the band and in a South Florida rehab.
Mike not only...
2020-06-041h 36
Teach, Play, Learn! The PodcastMinimalist Play with Matt HalpernAdam chats with Matt Halpern about his role as a kindergarten teacher during the pandemic as well as his thoughts on creating a space where kids learn through play without all the stuff. Matt's ideas are inspiring and really make you want to rethink the amount of stuff you have in your classroom.
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2020-05-3032 min
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 67: Ronnie Young (Live Audio Engineer)Ronnie Young is used to being on the road, ensuring your favorite bands (Animals As Leaders, Plini, Periphery) sound good in the room. Now, like most of us, he's safely at home. But this hasn't stopped him from finding ways to be creative, productive, and social.
Ronnie joins the entire CC crew from the UK and shares his process for finding success in the touring industry. We cover self awareness and the ability to "read the room" in different social situations, especially on tour with different bands. Ronnie has even helped Matt break out of his shell...
2020-05-261h 48
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 66: Donnie WahlbergDonnie Wahlberg is on a mission to spread to love others. But he wisely understands that everything starts within.
He generously dives deep with Matt, Jordan, and Justin on the many ways in which he practices becoming more “awake,” or cultivating a present-moment awareness. He shares why he starts his day with gratitude, the importance of offering his full attention to whomever he’s with, imposter syndrome, his definition of and the ways he responds to his ego, the active work to deepen his marriage with Jenny McCarthy, the ways we unconsciously project our own shit onto others and his strateg...
2020-05-201h 14Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 65: Mario Kovach (Retired USAF Bomb Technician)Mario met Matt at a Five Guys in Buffalo before a gig. He and his dog said hello. Now, Mario makes his podcast debut on Chocolate Croissants. Life is what you make of it, GUYS!
Mario spent just about his entire adult life (20 years!) in the US Air Force. He's traveled the globe dismantling bombs and helping others heal. He's a true man of service. He joins Matt, Jordan, and Justin as they explore the experiences and lessons Mario earned on the field and in the pit. He shares about connecting with soldiers after war and connecting...
2020-05-121h 44
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 64: Geoffrey Blake (Global Gratitude)Self-described, "Grateful Human," Geoffrey Blake joins Matt, Jordan, and Justin for his second time! (Revisit Ep40 for Geoff's origin story) He now lives on Maui, got himself a wife, and went ALL IN on his global gratitude movement. We all look to Geoff as a leader and ask him about his daily routines related to health, movement, mindset, and more. He's legit one of the kindest, most genuine people we know and his light shines through on this episode.
Join Geoffrey's private Faceebook group for daily, thoughtful gratitude prompts: Global Gratitude Jar
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2020-05-061h 21Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 63: Bill Oberrender (Merch Manager for Hatebreed)Bill Oberrender joins Matt, Jordan, and Joe for a chat covering resilience, social awareness, and adaptability both on the road and during a pandemic. "Wild" Bill lives up to his moniker as one of our most entertaining and engaging returning guests. As a well respected, grizzled young veteran of the road (tour manager, merch manager, lighting director), Bill has stories and wisdom for days on how to cut it in live music. Bill takes us through immediately wrapping a European tour and making his way back to the US just as the travel ban was announced. Later on, Matt...
2020-04-271h 40
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 62: Dez Nagle (GetGood Drums)Dez (Good Tiger, Former Wrestlers, GGD) joins Matt, Jordan, and Justin from his new home out west. He shares how he's been adjusting to this new life rhythm. We examine our relationships with control, trust, and acceptance as it relates to navigating the pandemic. We discuss culture and community more broadly as we're all interconnected in both spread and solution. Toward the end we dig into a helpful graphic that's been positively viral...offering us a model of self awareness.
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2020-04-201h 24
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 61: Benny GrebThe legend returns. Benny (in Germany) joins Matt and Jordan (in the US) and Joe (in the UK) for a chat that left us inspired and feeling GOOD. You know by now what to expect from these CC chats: self care, routines, managing stress and anxiety, productivity...we get deep into it with one of our favorite musicians. Benny also shares how his personal and professional life has shifted during his time at home. He gives us some insight into the book he's working on and details his family's daily gratitude practice. Interested in cold showers? We got you...
2020-04-121h 38Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 60: Jeff Holcomb (Periphery Lighting Designer)We welcome back world-class friend and lighting designer, Jeff Holcomb! Jeff shares his daily morning rituals that help mitgate anxiety and sets his day up for success. We continue exploring the healing potential of breathing from personal experiences. Matt shares a Dunkin' story that allows us to investigate our body's stress (fight or flight) response from cognitive, emotional, and biological perspectives. The concept of hope is introduced and given the attention it deserves.
Apologies for it sounding like everyone but Matt was recording from a spaceship. Joe Hamilton was not present to save us in the moment...
2020-04-031h 39
The Punk Rock MBAMatt Halpern (Periphery)
Matt Halpern spent years working towards making his creative work a full-time career. Now he's in Periphery, loves teaching others how to play drums, and works on GetGood Drums. In this episode, he shares his approach to reaching out to people to work with them, proper etiquette for following up, what you can do to be creative while working another job, and much more.
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2020-03-301h 07Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 59: Finding The Opportunities In ThisIt's Week 2 of Quarantine Season! We welcome back Joe Hamilton from the comfort of his organized desk in Keynsham, UK. Our Facebook community gave us the questions that guided our conversations. We look for the opportunities to improve ourselves during this time of relative isolation, discuss the importance of developing a breathing practice, being mindful about our news and information intake, the possibilities of VR, and Joe gives his Toy Story 4 review (Spoiler: he cried).
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2020-03-281h 18Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 58: We're Back, And Socially DistancedIt's been a minute. Or like a year...and a few things have changed since the last time we recorded. But we're in this together. Join us as we chat from the safety of our individual homes. Simply, two brothers and a good friend processing what the fuck is happening in real time. We cover mental health, information intake, productivity, social support, and frozen pizza. We got this!
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2020-03-201h 04
EduTechGuysS5E6 - Matt HalpernOn today's show, the guys welcome Matt Halpern (@Matt_Halpern) Kindergarten teacher, presenter and author of "Look at My Happy Rainbow: My Journey as a Male Kindergarten Teacher." There's some banter between the guys, information on upcoming appearances and more! Music: https://www.purple-planet.com http://CU-Portland.edu/letsconquer --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/edutechguys/support
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2019-08-1031 min
The DownbeatMatt Halpern - PeripheryMy guest this week is Matt Halpern, drummer of Periphery. Matt and I are good friends and have known each other for around 9 years. He's a fantastic drummer (obviously) but also an accomplished clinician and, as I discovered during this podcast, an innovative businessman in the world of drums. We talked about dicks, and some other stuff. Does anyone read this?
2019-05-231h 51
Pod Yourself A Gun - A Sopranos PodcastPod Yourself A Gun 7: Down Neck, With Justin HalpernTV and book writer Justin Halpern (Shit My Dad Says, I Suck At Girls, Powerless, iZombie, Surviving Jack, the upcoming Harley Quinn series) joins Vince and Matt this week to discuss episode seven of the Sopranos, "Down Neck," released February 21, 1999. Among other things, this episode was the only episode of the Sopranos directed by a woman and was the first ever screen credit for future Creed star Michael B. Jordan. It also consists partly of flashbacks to Newark in 1967, the reported setting of the Sopranos prequel movie, The Many Saints Of Newark.Tony will be played by his...
2019-04-261h 06
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 57: 2018 ReunionHoly shit...we back! This isn't like every other "year in review" podcast out there...mostly because it's 3 secular Jews catching up on a Wednesday while on Facebook Live for an episode that drops on Christmas. We chat all the reasons we haven't been podcasting week to week and the vision moving forward. Simply, it's 3 friends catching up as Chocolate Croissants was intended to be. We talk about Kevin the Bunny, Kevin the Drummer, and Matt's wedding. We reference Periphery, Onnit, Ring of Honor, Raindeer, Alexei, and completely avoid cryptocurrency and Tiny Toon Adventures.
2018-12-251h 37
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 55: Daniel Barreda (Army Veteran) Re-AirThis is a re-air of Episode 20 from August 2017, one of our most well received and emotional episodes to date with a new Intro and Outro.
This was one emotional episode by one amazing gentleman. Daniel joined us in the CCCompound to share his incredible story. He had a unique childhood, served over a year in Iraq, lost use of his left arm in a motorcycle accident, developed an opiate addiction in his physical therapy which led to heroin use, and gained significant weight in drug rehab...but now is healthy and in school to become a Registered...
2018-04-231h 44
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 54: Adam Janzi (Vola Drummer)Adam Janzi is a young drummer from Sweden. He’s been a student of Matt’s for years and in this episode he shares information about himself and his journey which proves he is wise beyond his years. He struggled with severe social anxiety, physical ailments, and the loss of his father, but that hasn’t stopped him from reaching for his dreams as a drummer, performer, and man with a drive that pushes beyond any and all of his fears. Enjoy this episode, as there is a lot to learn about perseverance and believing in one’s self.
Jo...
2018-04-161h 09
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 53: The AnniversaryWe have officially begun year two of Chocolate Croissants!
The difference between now and last year is the thousands of friends we've formed community with all over the world.
We're very grateful and inspired, and spent this entire episode sharing the feedback offered from those in the Facebook group. Thanks for being here.
Join our community to continue the conversation: https://www.facebook.com/groups/chocolatecroissants/
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2018-04-091h 08
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 52: James Musselwhite (Portrait Of A Wrestler)James Musselwhite knew photography was his thing as a kid. With persistence, a program was even created for him in school and he developed his craft in isolation. But through determination, a long-term mindset, and events that led him to go all in, James now finds community all over the world as he documents the biggest events in pro wrestling.
In an episode that brings the first year of Chocolate Croissants to a close, James chats with Jordan from over in the UK! He talks about the moments he knew photography and pro wrestling were for him. He...
2018-04-021h 41
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 51: Eric Koenreich (Family Food Dude/Pro Wrestler)Eric spent nearly a decade training to become and working as a professional wrestler. While he enjoyed success, notably in Ring of Honor, he came to a crossroads in the late 00's and decided to move on. The transition was tough, leading Eric to a therapist to deal with binging behavior head on.
Eric shares his story of owning his shit and creating even greater successes as a result. He is a family man through and through. He's a great content creator with much of his content being food related. We chat about the difference of quality o...
2018-03-261h 45
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 50: Meg Forde (The Dolce Diet)Meg Forde is the Lead Registered Dietitian for The Dolce Diet. She willed this into existence.
Growing up in Fargo, North Dakota does not afford the luxury of networking in person with cutting edge brands. Meg became a registered dietitian and began her clinical work in a typical setting. Even with this relative career success, she felt there was more for her to experience and achieve.
Meg shares her story of quitting her job and spending all her money to attend a single conference in Las Vegas. She literally went all in and it paid off. She n...
2018-03-211h 50
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 49: Joe Hamilton (Prism Recordings)This is a special episode for us. You may have noticed Joe's name ending most of these descriptions. He has stepped up as the biggest weekly contributor to this Chocolate Croissants project.
It all began when he took an on tour lesson with Matt many years ago...a night that Joe dealt with the anxieties he had become familiar with.
In Epsiode 49 we dive deep into Joe's mental health and coping, and how through it all, he continues to put in the work personally and professionally. Joe shares about the strategies he employs to network t...
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Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 48: Mike McFadden (Animal Years)Mike McFadden, singer and guitarist of Animal Years, joins Jordan and Justin to tell the classic tale of 'aspiring musician moving to New York City to make it.'
The difference is that this dude just performed on network TV...specifically CBS This Morning. He takes us through the entire experience starting by renting a practice space to rehearse for a performance that would essentially be to a camera but potentially reach millions over the world.
Mike’s greatest non-musical strength has been to actually leave the practice space and meet people face-to-face. Any aspiring cr...
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Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 47: Yvette Young (Covet Guitarist)Yvette Young is a classically trained multi-instrumentalist, artist, and guitarist of math-rock band Covet. She joins Matt and Justin to share her story of parental pressure, her battle with an eating disorder leading to a heart not strong enough to support her body, and how teaching herself guitar aided in her recovery. The trio dig into how to treat “celebrities” and how to treat and respect boundaries of co-workers. Yvette shares her depth with strength and vulnerability…but is still easy going enough to open with a chat about dragon eroticism--for real. Enjoy Episode 47 with this gem of an artist...
2018-02-261h 45
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 46: Facebook LiveRemember when we would get together with no plan and go on Facebook Live? Yeah, we missed that too. Episode 46 is the result. With your interaction, we dig deep into balance. We share the about the many projects in our lives that we are attempting to find balance in. We discuss how we answer THAT question..."What do you do?" Jordan also attempts to give his "Limp Bizkit 2018 State of the Union." Spoiler...it sucks, but he's right. This is Chocolate Croissants loose, live, and on Facebook!
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Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 45: Matt "Rosey" Rosenblum (Periphery Tour Manager)Rosey joins Matt for a chat that seamlessly flows between Rosey's journey of creating a full-time career in the music industry and universal lessons in business and life.
Rosey and Matt first met on tour as Rosey worked his way up from selling merch to becoming a tour manager. He's worked for many rock bands including Periphery, Animals As Leaders, Saosin, and Dillinger Escape Plan to name a few. His story should inspire any muscian or creative unsure of how to navigate turning their passion into a career. His focus on work ethic and relationship building have be...
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Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 44: Eric Willis (Drilled By Willis)Eric Willis, Matt's tattoo artist, joins us just days before leaving for a months-long motorcycle trip through Asia. Also known as "Drilled By Willis," Eric shares his story of looking for an opportunity to contribute at a tattoo shop to becoming a full-time, highly in demand artist with his own practice. Dude could've become a professional dancer too as he spent much of his childhood performing. He also chats about the heart issues he's dealt with his entire life. This has informed his worldview and motivates him to immediately act on his dreams. This was Eric's first podcast appearance and...
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Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 43: Wild Kombucha (Adam, Sergio, & Sid)In a six-man showdown, we go face to face to face to face to face to face with Adam, Sergio, and Sid of Wild Kombucha.
The guys are only a few years into the highly competitive beverage game but have already landed deals with major players like Whole Foods. In EP43 they share the origin stories of both kombucha as a drink and Wild Kombucha as a business. They've hit roadblocks along the way and share how they've relied on communication, vision, and grit towards growth and success. In just a few years they went from promoting...
2018-01-291h 39
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 42: Chef Chad Gauss (The Food Market, La Food Marketa)Chad Gauss (The Food Market & La Food Marketa) is not your typical chef. In fact, he prefers that his "employees" don't refer to him as such.
But he leads two of the most in demand restaraunts in Baltimore. In EP42, Chad shares his unique perspectives on management, productivity, food, and more. He grew up as a kid rooted in hip hop culture who started from the bottom of the restaraunt business and is now running it on his terms. Culture and community are cornerstones of his philosophy, and his love for others is as deep as his h...
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Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 41: Sam Silverman (Live Nation Marketing Manager)Sam is the blueprint.
She became passionate about music as a teen and began helping bands. While at university she leveraged every opportunity to build her dream career. She ran the Campus Activities Board, learning how to book and promote large-scale concerts. She interned and worked at every major club in Baltimore while also working at a record store. She even managed a band, booked national tours, and helped secure runs on the Warped Tour.
As a woman in her mid-twenties, she now sits at the big kids table as Marketing Manager for Live Nation...
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Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 40: Geoffrey Blake (MissionFit)Geoffrey Blake is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of MissionFit (www.missionfit.org), a non-profit organization and gym serving Baltimore's youth. He's also a talented musician and good friend to us. In EP40, GB shares his often difficult journey moving to a new country as a kid, losing his father as a teen, and struggling with drug addiction for many years. He chats about music helping him to overcome these obstacles and how he has grown and thrived from these difficult experiences. He digs into the beginnings of MissionFit, why he believes in it, and his vision for its po...
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Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 39: New Years 2018!Happy 2018! In EP39, we reflect on the past year and pass the mic with seven questions: Concert, Meal, CC Epsiode, Travel Destination, and Career Moment of 2017...Life Skill to Improve in 2018, and Acknowledgement of a CC Community Member. Join us in the CC Facebook Group as we open each question up to you this week! Much love and respect for your attention and Happy New Year!!
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Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 38: XMAS Reunion!It's Christmas, we have jingle bells, and it's our first time together in months! This episode is simply three friends who haven't been together in awhile catching up. We dig into Jordan adjusting to his new role in pro wrestling which leads us to forming relationships at work. Matt reacts to feedback he received from a recent video he shared and clarifies his original intentions. We discuss the importance of human connection no matter the context of the interaction or relationship. Justin chats about the lessons learned from this podcast that he's applying in his dietic career. Matt also...
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Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 37: Brandon Bateman (Marine Veteran, Military Consultant) Re-Air(This episode is a Re-Air of EP33 with a new and extended intro with Matt)
Recorded in Periphery's tour bus, Matt and Jake Bowen (Periphery, EP32) sit down with Brandon Bateman to chat his history in the military, most specifically his time in the field and how it's shaped his views on how men and authoritative jobs are viewed in society today. They discuss the measure and expectations of a "man" in the context of the military and in the civilian world and dig heavily into Brandon's work educating law enforcement officers, EMT's, veterans, and other victims...
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Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 36: Ryan Hunter (Envy On The Coast, 1st VOWS)Ryan Hunter toured the world as singer of Envy On The Coast while maturing into adulthood. Now residing in LA, he has developed multiple creative outlets to support himself as a musician. Joining Jordan and Justin, Ryan chats about losing his home during Hurricane Sandy and how he grew from it, the ego trap of identifying fully with a role you play, how the Chicago Bulls led to a new career in film scoring, the importance of eating well and how its impacted his health, and more. Ryan's definition of "success" offers a healthy perspective on deciding what's most...
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Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 35: Javier Reyes (Animals As Leaders)Javier Reyes is the guitarist and co-founding member of the band Animals as Leaders. In this episode, recorded in the back of Matt’s tour bus, the guys discuss the early days of the band, Javier’s childhood and growing up in his parent’s restaurant, his early aptitude for guitar, his view of bands and self-management, and the future of Animals As Leaders. This episode is light and fun, with quick cameos from previous Chocolate Croissants guests!
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Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 34: Lauren Kashan (Sharptooth Vocalist, Herpetoculturist)Lauren Kashan is the vocalist of the melodic-hardcore band, Sharptooth (Pure Noise Records). She joins Jordan and Justin in the CCompound to share her story of joining the band and eventually realizing her dream of signing a record deal and touring nationally with bands she looks up to. But as we do on Chocolate Croissants, we dig much more into the human being than simply what they're otherwise known for. Lauren chats about her childhood and how it shaped her careers as a musician and a herpetoculturist (i.e. she brings crocodiles to schools!) She digs into how meditation...
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Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 33: Brandon Bateman (Marine Veteran, Military Consultant)
Recorded in Periphery's tour bus, Matt and Jake Bowen (Periphery, EP32) sit down with Brandon Bateman to chat his history in the military, most specifically his time in the field and how it's shaped his views on how men and authoritative jobs are viewed in society today. They discuss the measure and expectations of a "man" in the context of the military and in the civilian world and dig heavily into Brandon's work educating law enforcement officers, EMT's, veterans, and other victims of trauma on how to cope with stress. Evangelizing the term "Post Traumatic Growth", Brandon h...
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Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 32: Jake Bowen (Periphery)This week on the podcast we have Jake Bowen of Periphery being interviewed by Matt while they’re both on the road performing shows with the band. Recorded in the back of their tour bus, the two discuss life on the road, the change and growth of the band’s dynamic over the many years of touring, and how Jake has matured through the process. One specific topic the guys dive into is bullying. As a kid Jake moved around a bit and was often the “new kid” in school. This opened him up to bullying and forced him to devel...
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Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 31: Matt Ellin (Musician, Articulate Teen)Matt Ellin is 18. He just released his debut, full length, solo album which has gained considerable attention in Baltimore resulting in radio airplay and headlining shows. He is also a former music student of Jordan, in what was his most unique set of lessons. Matt is really smart, really interesting, and really funny. In Episode 31 we dig into his relatively short journey as a musician and what it's like putting together a full record as a solo artist. He shares about the unconventional high school he attended and how it helped him develop as an artist. We go deep i...
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Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 30: We Answer Your QuestionsEpisode 30 is all about you. Well...the "you" as represented in our CC Facebook group. In addition to Matt chatting about the US tour he leaves for this week (and why he missed Knotfest in Mexico), we answer and discuss many of your questions. Topics include: the stories of our tattoos and how they represent who we are, balancing multiple projects at once, how we deal with assholes and negative people, refocusing after a setback, intermittent fasting, and more. (We also invite you to collaborate with us.) We did 30! GOOD!
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Meinl RadioMatt Halpern | PeripheryChris Brewer sits down with Matt Halpern and discusses touring with periphery, teaching drum lessons on the road, and entrepreneurship.
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Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 28: JP Bouvet (Childish Japes)You may have first heard of JP when he won the 2011 Guitar Center Drum Off, as part of the Common Thread Clinic tour with Matt, or through his band Childish Japes. Or maybe this is your official introduction. Either way, it’s our mission to share a lesser known side of our guests. In EP28 we dig deep into JP’s morning routine and the differences between life on the road and at home in NYC. We also chat meditation, nutrition, and having the guts to travel the world alone. (Spoiler alert: this was just the first half of our...
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Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 27: Misha Mansoor (Periphery)Misha is the founder and guitarist of Matt's band, Periphery. Together they've toured the world, realized personal dreams, and were even nominated for a Grammy this year. In EP27 they discuss in detail the future of Periphery, including how they'd like to operate as a band in a 2018 world. They also share their most difficult moments as bandmates. This was Jordan and Justin's first time connecting with Misha which added a unique dynamic from the average interview you'd find elsewhere. Misha doesn't "really do podcasts," but he did ours! Find out why!
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Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 25Life is messy. We've experienced some of the best and worst of life this week. We dig into this and our experience of "control." Matt shares about the new drum clinics he began this week, Jordan announces the new dream job he began, and Justin inspires a social experiment for our Facebook group. We also discuss music education and communication philosophies, and how the expression of ourselves in these ways offers a reflection of who we truly are. Much love for your attention this week.
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2017-09-251h 03
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 24: Finn McKenty (URM Academy & The Punk Rock MBA)When we think of marketing in a 2017 world, Finn is one of the first that comes to mind. He's been instrumental in some of Matt's most successful projects and shares his wisdom for over 2 hours with us. He shares his experiences contributing to many well known companies and reveals how the hardcore kids make shit happen at Abercrombie & Fitch. We go deep into mental health which not enough of us do in this culture. We ask if higher education still matters and question our own personal responsibility in our lives. This just scratches the surface of Episode 24. (There's also a d...
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Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 22It's been awhile, man, and we were itching to go back to our original format for a week. This is the deepest dive we've gone into music so far as we discuss our approaches to composition and share what we've been listening to most this year. Other highlights include, Jordan sharing the most valuable lesson he learned from Benny Greb in 2015, Matt sharing his story of moving back home from LA and figuring out how to raise capital to launch Bandhappy, and how Justin built a thriving vintage bass guitar business that allowed him to travel the world. We...
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Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 19: Andrew & Hanna Cohen (CoCo Hospitality)Ever wondered what it's like to be responsible for the comfort of Paul McCartney or Beyonce? Of course you have...but Andrew & Hanna Cohen actually do this for a living. Joining us in the CCCompound, the business operators/married couple share with us their inspiring story of building a thriving music-centric business and personal relationship. There were false starts and roadblocks with each, but the learned mindset they share is perhaps the most valuable thing we can all take away from EP19. These two are so impressive that Matt actually verbalized the term #relationshipgoals. This is real life, and th...
2017-08-141h 40
Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 18: Mark Holcomb (Periphery)If you're hardcore about Periphery like Justin, you know this will be quality. If you're still learning like Jordan, you'll discover the greatness that is Mark Holcomb. In EP18, we dig into his relationship with his brother (and former CC guest) Jeff, including the time Mark accidently locked him in a suitcase. He shares about the time he wrote an email to Matt in an attempt to squash some issues. Mark and Matt discuss what this was like and how it helped deepen their friendship. Mark also shares how he respects different aspects of himself both on and off tou...
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Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 16: Mike Dawes (Fingerstyle guitarist)Mike had a day off from his US tour and joined Matt and Jordan before getting back to Mario Kart 64. Although based in the UK, Mike literally travels the world...even where there's been an ISIS presence. We dig into lifestyle, risk and fear, productivity, the benefits of being a black sheep, and more. Mike is at the forefront of a music genre, tours as a solo artist and as lead guitarist for the singer of The Moody Blues, had a legit viral video, has a thriving business as a music educator, and is about to release his second...
2017-07-241h 49Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 14Jordan let Matt and Justin back into his apartment and they share their current vision for the podcast. Questions from the CC Facebook group are answered from all over the world. Topics include: how to deal with parents who use religion to impose their desires for your life, fearing regret when making long term decisions, and a deep dive into food and nutrition. Matt also shares what he learned from his old company, Bandhappy. We back. We good!
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2017-07-101h 14
Unstoppable Recording Machine PodcastEP 144 | Matt HalpernPeriphery drum god and entrepreneur, Matt Halpern, joins us for this episode to talk about successfully navigating the precariously shifting music industry.
Matt’s approach to entrepreneurship is inspiring. A lot of people are paralyzed out of attempting new things due to fear of failure, but Matt’s problem solving approach to things means failure is just another opportunity to learn. We talk about the importance of taking risks, where the industry is heading, how to make smart entrepreneurial decisions, and a whole lot more.
“I like taking risk. I like the opportunity to fail, because there’s always something to learn...
2017-07-031h 42Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 10We admit, this was the loosest we've been on this podcast. Jordan was delirious and shares both his amazing but long day, and some shit news he got this week. Our Facebook Live feed got cut, but not before we call out Kevin The Drummer who actually drives over and joins us on this episode. We think he's the blueprint for being a successful artist...and he's only 20. Many of you will see yourselves in him and we hope his story inspires you. Matt explains why we should always be prepared for gigs and Justin shares how he learned...
2017-06-121h 17Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 9It's been a month since we've seen each other and we're excited to catch up in person. Matt shares his experiences from the European tour. Jordan and Justin talk about the community members that have reached out and the connections they've made. We also note how some of you have stepped up as leaders in our Facebook group. Some other topics we dig into include: knowing your audience for effective communication, presenting to the world in authentic ways, when experiencing stress is actually a good thing, and differences in dealing with the loss of a pet.
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2017-06-051h 42Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 8Recorded the night before Matt leaves for Periphery's European tour, he shares his feelings about returning to the same places he played when dealing with the death of his dog, Charlie. He talks about his support system and the experiences he's also looking forward to...including food. And then we talk more about food. Jordan explains how pro wrestling inspires him as an entrepreneur. Justin answers a CC community member's question about rehabbing his knee as a drummer. And we talk shit on people who ask artists for autographs only to sell them.
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2017-05-291h 33Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 7Justin and Matt just finished their workout before the episode so we chat fitness for a good bit. We talk about the importance of listening to our bodies. This includes both our physical selves and also the energy and emotions within us. As teachers and facilitators, we discuss planning or not planning for each gig. As people who share content online we talk dealing with negativity and knowing the difference between possible constructive criticism and a troll. We finish again with a question from the CC community about bouncing back from setbacks and bad days.
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2017-05-2259 minChocolate CroissantsEpisode 6Matt goes in depth about his US tour, including the unfortunate passing of his student. We talk about death and how it can be the ultimate motivator for making the most of our time here. Jordan calls bullshit on “masculinity” in our culture which somehow leads us to balancing downtime and productivity when not having a 9-5. We then answer a question from one of our community members about pivoting when faced with a major setback.
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2017-05-151h 10Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 5Recorded the day after Matt returned from his US Spring 2017 tour, Jordan and Justin share their experience after attending Periphery's hometown show. We share why this podcast began and the steps we took to publish Episode 1. With this in mind we go deep on resistance and fear and how to strike the balance between planning and execution. This leads us to the importance of expanding one's self awareness...even when it's hard. Deep shit, indeed.
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2017-05-081h 19Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 4We discuss the social dynamics between artists and fans and go deep into strategies for connecting with others in business and life. Recorded just before Periphery's 2017 Spring US tour, Matt discusses his daily routine when on the road and why breakfast is his meal of the day. We start and end with Matt geeking about the new “It” trailer. (Justin's intrigued. Jordan's asleep.)
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2017-05-011h 10Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 3We were all challenged by Matt in Episode 2 to try his exercise answering the question, "What do I want to do with my life?" This week we report back in this exercise of self awareness and goal setting. We also spend the first half of this episode discussing how we create boundaries between our personal needs and business responsibilities. And how's this for bookends...we end with our childhood "show and tell" stories and start with proper technique for taking a shit.
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2017-04-241h 42
Chocolate CroissantsSatellite Edition with Jeff Holcomb - Part 1Jeff Holcomb is well on his way to becoming the real "most interesting man in the world" and Matt took some time out on tour to interview him. Jeff is Periphery's lighting director, but he's also a talented director, musician, out-doors-man, traveler, and professional risk taker.
In the first part of this special satellite episode, Jeff tells us his story and includes everything from leaving home as a child because of a volcanic eruption, to riding his bicycle down the west coast of the USA, and much, much more.
Listen to Part 1 now and let u...
2017-04-201h 02Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 2We're back and this week dive into our struggles and strategies of productivity and accountability as entrepreneurs. We deconstruct "finding your passion" and offer actionable steps for those who are unclear. Matt introduces an exercise that he uses to keep him on track and we all agree to do it this week to discuss on Episode 3.
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2017-04-171h 12Chocolate CroissantsEpisode 1In our first episode we go deep into the topic of communication. Matt talks learning effective communication with his band mates in Periphery while Jordan and Justin share how they've done this as brothers and former band mates. We discuss how this has strengthened our other relationships both personally and in business. Jordan and Justin also share about how they impact the lives of those they work with and why.
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2017-03-181h 04Chocolate CroissantsMatt's IntroductionFrom his hotel room on tour, Matt gives you the four minute rundown of why this podcast exists, why he's doing it with Jordan and Justin, and why "Chocolate Croissants."
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2017-03-1104 min
The Music Biz PodcastInside Music #82 - Matt Halpern (Periphery)On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell calls Periphery drummer Matt Halpern to discuss his band's new album, Periphery III: Select Difficulty. James has been a longtime fan of Periphery, but this recording serves as his first interview with the band. Together, James and Matt discuss the stories behind Select Difficult, as well as how the goals an artist sets for themselves change over time. James also shares a story about running into Babymetal in an airport, which doesn't have an ending worthy of mention here.
2016-07-1943 min
Podcasts Archives - Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros.187 – Matt Halpern: Takin’ care of BusinessMatt Halpern is no stranger to big stages, international clinics and legions of fans around the world. What you may not know is that Matt’s passions extend music and carry over ... more
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Drummer's Resource187 – Matt Halpern: Takin’ care of BusinessMatt Halpern is no stranger to big stages, international clinics and legions of fans around the world. What you may not know is that Matt’s passions extend music and carry over into the business world. As a musicians he’s the heartbeat of Periphery and as a businessman he’s behind endeavorers, including: Bandhappy, The Entertainment Institute, Deep […] The post 187 – Matt Halpern: Takin’ care of Business appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros. .
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