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The Matt Sodnicar PodcastTalnua Distillery: Community, Family and Whiskey with Adam GamboaAdam Gamboa from Talnua Distillery in Arvada takes me through their Star Wars themed cocktails, including the Yoda Soda, Darth Tater, Wookie Crumbles, and why gravy didn't work in a cocktail - this time around.We go through the history of Single Pot Still Whiskey, and but more importantly, Adam takes me through the leadership in Talnua, and the support for work, family and community - and explains why that magic blends into a wonderful experience for customers and employees.Be sure to come by starting May 4 2021 to enjoy these great bevvys. Thanks...2021-04-2748 min
Elite Marketing Tips PodcastMatt Sodnicar - Staying Small but Staying WarmFellow entrepreneur and podcast host Matt Sodnicar's company started as a hobby. Warm Front makes a variety of chest warming apparel for skiiers and cyclers to keep them just warm enough to enjoy the sport. And as a resident of Colorado, he knows the importance of this. Starting his career off as a software engineer, he realized he really wanted to be in front of people in a sales and marketing capacity. Learning how to craft messages and marketing a product later became a matter of necessity. Today's chat, we talked about how you can make use of being...2021-02-0132 min
The Hot Mic @ Arch DevOpsMatt Sodnicar - Staying Chill About Entrepreneurship While Staying Just Warm EnoughFellow entrepreneur and podcast host Matt Sodnicar's company started as a hobby. Warm Front makes a variety of chest warming apparel for skiiers and cyclers to keep them just warm enough to enjoy the sport. And as a resident of Colorado, he knows the importance of this. Starting his career off as a software engineer, he realized he had a crazy idea that he wanted to make into a reality. And through his time building his company, he's done not only that, but built amazing relationships with people he otherwise wouldn't have met. Matt's got some awesome tips at...2021-02-0129 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastNever Say No: Donna Miller: 787 Pilot, Author and PhilosopherI sit down with 787 pilot Donna Miller to talk about her journey from flying lessons in Korea to flying one of the most advanced aircraft in the world. Starting with equating finances and purchases to literal minutes of flying time, then flying and unloading car parts in Mexico during the week and skydivers on the weekend. Chipping away and continually driving towards becoming an airline pilot - only a few months before September 11, 2001. Donna then tells amazing stories about meeting and flying some of the largest legends in aviation: Elray Jeppesen father of modern aviation charts, Louie...2020-09-111h 04
Bike Ride PodcastBike Ride Podcast-Episode 15-Matt Sodnicar-entrepreneur and creator of the Warmfront.Matt Sodnicar is an entrepreneur, dad, salesperson and cycling fanatic. He is the creator of the Warmfront a fleece dickey - really a removable thermal bib for core insulation and thermal management. Check it out at https://www.thewarmfront.com - this product is awesome!
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bikeride/support2020-09-0739 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastJean Hadzi - Senior Executive, Client Services at OpteamixI sit down with longtime friend Jean Hadzi to talk about Robotic Process Automation (RPA) - what it is and isn't - and how RPA has a love for humanity, not a contempt for it, his involvement with NAMIC (National Association for Multi-Ethnicity in Communications), watches, specifically the 1960 Omega Constellation, and more.Connect with Jean on LinkedIn
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2020-09-011h 03
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastRandy Wiafe - Head of Product at FlatfileRandy Wiafe - poet, musician, developer, father, son. In this amazing, wide ranging conversation, Randy and I talk about his journey to being a developer in the tech/SaaS space. He takes me through a near-fatal injury, leaving college, finding another way to pursue his technology goals while ultimately proving his mom wrong in the best way, battling and overcoming depression, and a very interesting discussion on an unexpected type of racism and prejudice.Connect with Randy on LinkedIn.
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2020-08-281h 09
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastBeth Morford: Founder and Owner of Frontier BikesBeth takes us through growing up as one of 6 kids, working with Virginia Tech coach Frank Beamer, ultimately traveling to Rio with Team USA as a sports massage therapist. From there, a drive of "How do I do this" led her to an apprenticeship in the bicycle framebuilding business, and opening an amazing shop in Eudora.
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2020-08-141h 05
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastMelissa Stenger, Director of IOT Services at AllegionI sit down with Melissa Stenger from Allegion, and we talk about our similar career paths, through the bike industry, and eventually ending up in tech in Denver. We also dispel the myth that only technical people can run technical businesses, and the 100 year journey of her company transforming from philosophy of strong, literal, physical security - locks - to digital physical control and the cloud, and IOT.
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2020-07-2154 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastAn Easy Conversation about a Difficult Topic: Race in America with Mike JacksonThere are two titles for this episode: "Easy Conversations about a Difficult Topic" and "Reparations of The Mind".
I invited my friend Mike Jackson to speak about a Facebook post in which he recounts witnessing the fatal car accident of his friend in 1999.
The story is not about the accident. The story is about one black man's experience with one police officer that shares too much with what happened to George Floyd.
Mike ended up handcuffed, subdued, maced, knelt on and ultimately arrested by a police officer.
I wanted to have an open dialog with one person about his experience...2020-06-211h 33
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastEric Wu: Co-Founder of Bracket LabsEric and I talk about his journey as co-founder of BracketLabs / TaskRay and the courage needed to be an entrepreneur. We cover the difficult process of layoffs, being a good project manager, and health issues in 2016 that ultimately led him to step away. We then go deep into inherited trauma, specifically the U curve of happiness, the work of Peter Levine, author of "The Body Knows the Score", somatic therapy, MDMA.
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2020-06-061h 21
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastRachel Alena: Voiceover Talent, Talent Agent and Voice Acting CoachI sit down with Rachel Alena - voiceover talent, talent agent and voice acting coach to discuss her path from singing and stage acting to becoming a voiceover talent and coach. I connected with Rachel after searching for a voice coach in an effort to improve my voice for podcasting, improv acting and public speaking, and she is officially my voice coach. I have since learned how skillful a professional voice actor is, how unbelievable hard the job is - especially around tone, emotion, character, timing. Be sure to listen at the end when Rachel reads a script normally and...2020-05-2256 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastJK Sparks: Head of Performance Marketing for FlatfileIn this conversation with JK, we cover the seismic shift in marketing that happened on June 24, 2009. This is when consumers - private individuals - started marketing and making more noise and content than brands. We cover sales / marketing alignment, Ideal Customer Profiles, contextual marketing, how company culture affects marketing, Tyler Sparks and his speedreading, and how sales and marketing are some of the least trusted people, but at least the 2 of us are not bad guys.
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2020-05-1358 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastQuinn Brett and Joshua Stevens: Wings For Life - For Those Who Can'tOn Saturday, May 2, Quinn Brett and Joshua Stevens will be taking part in the Red Bull Wings For Life global event - but with a twist. For 24 hours straight, starting at 9am MDT, Joshua will be running and Quinn will be handcycling around Lake Estes here in Colorado.
Dr. Kendra Ryan is serving as their team support captain.
Quinn was paralyzed in a climbing accident in 2017, and Joshua suffered spinal cord injuries from combat.
We talk about their mission for this event, their recovery from both injuries and substance abuse, people that have stayed and left their new lives, just...2020-04-301h 36
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastKatrina Padron, CEO of NorthstarHQI met Katrina via LinkedIn, and was fascinated with her expertise in both sales and marketing - concepts and roles that can be so close and yet so far. We talk about LeadPilots her LinkedIn automation tool, realizing early in her career that half of her marketing didn't work - and fixing it, her first big step towards becoming an extrovert, and serving as a peacemaker.
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2020-04-2243 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastRolf Kramer - The Art Of Being Found and Making Your Funeral BigI sit down with longtime friend Rolf Kramer, Director of Business Development from Techtonic. We talk about lessons learned during competitive mogul skiing, his Udemy course "The Art of Being Found", being a mentor, being a fat pig with a small mouth, and the lesson learned from his mom about how big can you make your funeral.
Take a look at Rolf's course on Udemy - the lessons transformed my LinkedIn and professional profile.
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2020-04-2254 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastPiep van Heuven - Policy Director for Bicycle ColoradoI sit down with longtime friend Piep Van Heuven, policy director for Bicycle Colorado. We talk about the mission of the organization, Denver Streets Partnership, the Green Wave in Denver, Idaho Stops, Vulnerable User Law, bike advocacy and how it's not anti-car, and the work to make streets safer for everyone - while balancing different interests. And of course, chocolate.
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2020-04-1450 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastDeahna Visscher: Mom and Patient Safety AdvocateLongtime friend Deahna takes me through the story of her son Grant, being born needing open heart surgery, surviving that, and tragically dying from a feeding tube accident at 11 days old. We talk about his death, and becoming a patient safety advocate, taking a Griefcation, and how she forgave the nurse that killed him.
Deahna also walks me through using medical malpractice not for financial compensation, but to direct positive procedural change to save lives - and experiencing the results and impact of her work firsthand.
We are releasing this episode on April 8, Grant's birthday.
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2020-04-071h 13
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastMike Cohen: Cancer Survivor and Heart Transplant RecipientMike Cohen has ridden his bike across the USA twice. Once, after beating cancer, and again after receiving a heart transplant. The second time, the journey and the ride finished meeting his donor's family.
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2020-04-011h 19
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastSplendid Isolation: Shackleton & Antarctica, Learned Optimism, and Deep Survival.10 minutes or so on perspective, inspiration, what you can control, and decisions.
I wanted to share a story of extreme isolation, survival and inspiration from Earnest Shackleton. In January 1915, his ship and 27 men were stuck in the ice near Antarctica. What they did to not only survive - and thrive is amazing.
Next is Learned Optimism, by Martin Seligman. I've talked about this many times, but control, or even the illusion of control over your situation has incredible mental and physical benefits.
Lastly in Deep Survival, Lawrence Gonzales talks about survivors staying in the moment, and making the next most...2020-03-2310 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastYou Can't Steer A Parked Car: Owen Jones, Executive Career CoachI was introduced to Owen by my friend Eric Hill in January, and over the course of sharing a cup of coffee, I realized that his experience, wisdom, advice and philosophy was like talking with some of my favorite authors. We talk about being former engineers, being equally unfair as a leader, giving permission and accepting consequences for delegation, employing your talents while being aware of the lag time in your obligations, and presenting your value to a potential employer.
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2020-03-181h 24
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastJonathan Siegel - Hot Wings and Gratitude: Heart Transplantee and ThriverWhat would you do if your heart failed? Or when you checked into the hospital again, you were told you would never be going home?
My friend Jonathan Siegel faced that in 2017. After contracting a virus in his heart, he had a 3rd degree bundle block, and end stage heart failure.
In August of 2017, he received a heart transplant.
We talk about mortality, seeing the sunrise, hot wings and gratitude.
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2020-03-101h 07
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastBenji McPhail - Program Director for 105.5 FM, The Colorado SoundI sit down with Benji McPhail, program director for 105.5 FM, The Colorado Sound. You need to listen to this station, period. We go through his musical journey - starting in 5th grade, getting weeded out of journalism in college, to being a milkman in 2008, to curating an amazing music collection. How do you grow a station with zero marketing dollars? Get people in a good mood, dive deeper into the artists - give listeners what they want, and a bit of what they need.
I also get a longtime question answered: Why KBCO loved the steaming dumpster fire of a...2020-03-0358 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastGail and Bruce Montgomery from ExperienceYesI sit down with Gail and Bruce Montgomery to talk about the impact the improv mindset can have on an organization. We cover the neuroscience and brain effects and disruption of improvisation, NASA, GoreTex,the Ted Talk "Your Brain on Improv" by Dr. Limb, and the work Meridith Grundei. Gail and Bruce will also be having a book signing on Saturday February 22nd in Evergreen, Colorado. For more info, visit bit.ly/ImprovBook.
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2020-02-1653 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastAnna Costello, Founder of ShipSunshineI met Anna, founder of ShipSunshine and Drop Ship Like It's Hot at the 2019 Denver Startup Week, where she and Margaret Davidson from BokkBaby talked about building philanthropy into their businesses. Anna takes us through how her personal practice of sending gifts to friends expanded into a business - making being thoughtful actionable. We talk about the startup's mission the first year - to survive, then the isolation of being a founder, and her productivity practices, the power hour, and The Happiness Project by Gretchen Rubin. We may actually record our Think and Drink session!
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2020-02-121h 00
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastThe Marriage Scoreboard - Sheevani Desai, Part 2In my second conversation with Denver actor and improviser, Sheevani Desai, we explore and expand on her very open and candid blog post entitled "The Marriage Scoreboard". We cover the challenge of staying home with kids, work-life-marriage-kid-passion balance, being faux-woke, and how to make the world smaller.
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2020-02-042h 02
Jock Doc PodcastCholesterol Embolization Syndrome/Dr. Randy Venison (feat. Matt Sodnicar)Listen as Dr. London Smith (.com) and his producer Cameron discuss Cholesterol Embolization Syndrome with special guest Dr. Randy Venison. Not so boring! http://www.londonsmith.com/jockdocpodcast/33-cholesterol-embolization-syndrome-dr-randy-venison/ Hosts: London Smith, Cameron Clark Guest: Matt Sodnicar. Produced by: Dylan Walker Created by: London Smith2020-01-2749 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastFounder of Orange Mud: Josh Sprague8 years ago, when dear friend Nate Elsen introduced me to Josh Sprague, I had no way of knowing the impact he'd have on my journey.
I know Josh would genuinely and humbly deflect being called an inspiration - but defining the word as 'the act of influencing opinons' definitely applies here.
Many examples exist for me as an entrepreneur, but they mostly are two dimensional - in books, magazines, the interwebs.
When Orange Mud was in Colorado, and I saw first hand the growth, challenges, work and perseverance Josh, his family and his team put in. That provided inspiration, and...2020-01-251h 01
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastEpisode 72: PTSD with Trey Cole, PsyD and Clinical PsychologistI sit down again with Trey Cole to go into PTSD - symptoms, coping, therapy, recovery. We talk about him experiencing the Fort Hood shooting, then being deployed to combat three weeks later. We explore the concept of a moral injury, the label of 'broken', exposure / EMDR, and the Greek origin of the word therapist, and the how vs. why philosophy put forth by Hans-Georg Gadamer.
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2020-01-171h 18
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastSheevani Desai - Actor, Writer, ImproviserIn this episode, Part 1 of 2, I chat with actor, improviser, and writer Sheevani Desai. We cover making the world smaller, being faux-woke, staying home with kids, growing up as a minority, and touch briefly on what evolved into Episode 2, the marriage scoreboard.
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2020-01-041h 14
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastRugged Van Rentals with Eric HillI talk with Eric Hill, founder of Rugged Van Rentals about his career path from UPS driver, to Denver police officer, to stay at home dad, to starting Escape Works, and now on to Rugged Van Rentals. We cover Sprinters vs. Chevy vans, choir practice, coping with stress and trauma.
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2019-12-311h 03
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastSue Irwin, Breast Cancer SurvivorIn this episode, I have a very inspirational talk with Sue Irwin, breast cancer survivor. She is one of my customers, and her story of fighting and surviving a very aggressive form of breast cancer is compelling. Sue talks about the power of decision in shaving her head during chemo, the support of friends and family, appearing strong for her family. She's amazing - enjoy.
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2019-12-1345 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastMini Episode - Improv For a Claus to benefit Feed My Starving ChildrenGrant Garrison, director of Parker Players Improv talks about the upcoming Improv for a Claus sketch comedy shows to benefit Feed My Starving Children.
Saturday, December 14 at the Aspen Academy in Greenwood Village, Wednesday, December 18 at Bas Blue Theater in Fort Collins, and Saturday, December 21 at the Studio in Parker.
Come out and enjoy a family friendly sketch comedy show, with 100% of all ticket proceeds going to Feed My Starving Children!
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2019-12-0807 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastAuthor and CEO Mark SettleI sit down with author of "Truth from the Trenches - The Art of IT Management" and seven time CEO Mark Settle. Starting with a folder named "You can't make this stuff up", we talk about objective reality, reinforcing internal belief systems, managing the politics of business. Mark's next book "Truth from the Valley" will be released soon.
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2019-12-0644 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastUnderstanding depression and suicidal thoughts - with Aubrey BoomFriend and licensed mental health therapist Aubrey Boom talk about depression, hopelessness and suicide.
This is such a serious topic, and we both have been touched by this.
We thought going into the holidays that opening up about our struggles with major life events and trauma would remove the stigma around talking about suicide.
It's our hope that anyone struggling with this ultimate choice might consider not doing it, and seek help.
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2019-11-2858 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastMarketing and Artificial Intelligence with Jim Sterne"Be bold and mighty, and aid will come to you."
In this conversation with Jim Sterne, author and Director Emeritus of the Digital Analytics Association, we cover artificial intelligence in marketing, the origins of GDPR, who actually owns the data and privacy, selling Apple 2e computers, and living with wild abandon and curiousity.
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2019-10-281h 15
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastDigital Marketing and B2B Social Media with Teresa Kloser and Eric ElkinsI sit down with Teresa Kloser, Technology Executive, and Eric Elkins, CEO and Chief Strategist of Wide Foc.us, to talk about the unique challenges of social media for companies - especially tech companies - and how to curate an effective presence, truly engage customers and create measurable, results-oriented engagement with thought leadership.
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2019-10-081h 14
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastSharon Allpress, Software Product Manager for DCP MidstreamSharon and I talk about handling 7 billion data points per day, the 5 Why's, why assuming the data is wrong, low velocity / high velocity data, being curious, losing our keys, and structural differences between work and personal life.
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2019-09-201h 00
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastSean Kearney: The Technology Implications of Human PerformanceSean and I talk about personal development, his experience with Tony Robbins, Rich Carlson, and Timothy Leary. We then get into being defined by problems, the definition of manipulate, and getting hired a 2nd time by professionals.
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2019-09-051h 43
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastDaren Williams: A Fitness JourneyI talk with longtime friend Daren about his fitness journey. From a max weight of 270 pounds riding in his first Bike MS , to transforming his life to finish 3 half-Ironman events. Simply changing focus tohealthy eating and exercise, paired with the spirit of giving back and letting others do good. And, a cycling jersey with a big ol' ribeye on it.
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2019-08-2958 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastScott Hogg: CTO of Hexabuild.IOI sit down with longtime friend Scott Hogg, CTO of Hexabuild. I get an education in the internet protocol IPV6, find out about our mutual friends from the podcast and cycling worlds, and premature celebration. Scott generously donated to my Bike MS fundraiser as well.
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2019-08-2049 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastDr. Phil Beaver - Professor of Business Analytics at the University of DenverI sit down with Dr. Phil Beaver, Professor of Business Analytics from the University of Denver. We talk about what to ask your data to make better business decisions, the personnel logistics of the US Army, being in the Pentagon on 9/11, and the Capstone program at DU.
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2019-08-071h 29
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastThe Focus of Apollo, Teams, and the FUP_U Report - with KirkOn the 50th anniversary of the moon landings, longtime friend Kirk starts this conversation with an amazing story from his dad about the Apollo mission, creating focus, well run teams, and treating people with respect. We then cover tales from the consulting world, and the amazing FUP_U report.
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2019-07-241h 20
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastA Guided Nidra Yoga Practice with Brianne HoveyThis episode is a guided nidra yoga meditation practice with Brianne. It is suggested that you do the practice any time from immediately upon waking to noon. The intention of the practice is to be awake. The essential equipment will be a yoga mat, blankets and pillows. Additional items, although not necessary would be an eye mask, a bolster / roll for under the knees. Enjoy - there are no ads, intros. You will experience the practice as if you were in a studio.
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2019-07-2143 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastMini Episode: Nidra Yoga and Habenero Tequilia with Brianne HoveyRecorded immediately after a nidra yoga session, Brianne explains the unique experience and benefits with the practice. We conclude with a habenero-infused tequila from my friend Jose Gonzalez. Check out the standalone practice episode recording.
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2019-07-2112 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastAshley DePaulis of The Inner AthleteAshley and I talk about eating & training vs. diet & exercise, thoughts being electric and the heart being magnetic, Ekhart Tolle, energetic boundaries, intuition, and PTSD.
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2019-07-121h 06
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastTyler Sparks CTO of FurosTyler Sparks, CTO of Furos, former Thaumaturg takes us on a journey through engineering culture both the hard and soft approach, radical simplicity, autonomy actually requiring collaboration, and balancing resources vs. constraints. Easy to see why I like working with him.
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2019-07-111h 03
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastMargaret Davidson , Co-Founder of BokkBabyMargaret takes us through being a midwife in Senegal with the Peace Corps to starting BokkBaby - a full-circle sustainability clothing company that makes baby clothes and blankets out of hemp. She talks about the personal touch, reducing waste, and helping new moms in Senegal.
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2019-07-0749 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastShawna Schultz, Co-Founder and President of Mass FX MediaShawna Schultz takes us through documentary filmmaking and the process behind her film "Carrier" - which won Best Actress, Best Actor, Audience Choice, Best Writing, Best Director, Best Film - in the 48 Hour Film Project. She tells the story as well as she produced it.
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2019-07-021h 09
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastJulie Nirvelli - Founder of White Girl SalsaIn this episode, I sit down with Julie Nirvelli, founder of White Girl Salsa, which transformed into Winking Girl Foods. We talk about the delicate balance of managing sales success with revenue, expansion, the business of chargebacks, and ultimately selling the company.
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2019-06-271h 11
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastCameron Walker and Auston Wilson from Studio HippoI sit down with Cameron and Auston from Studio Hippo animation studios. We get into po-po vs. pow pow, having a disciplined process around a creative endeavor, and the science and art behind using humor with a brand.
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2019-06-181h 29
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastMini Episode about Bike MS and Multiple SclerosisA short episode to say thanks to Jason Jacques for supporting the show, and to talk about Bike MS, multiple sclerosis, and to ask if you'd support my fundraising efforts.
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2019-06-1104 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastChris Anthony - Colorado Hall of Fame SkierChris is a 2018 Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame Inductee, has appeared in 28 Warren Miller films, and is Executive Director & Founder of the Chris Anthony Youth Initiative Project. We spent this episode talking about Chris' upcoming documentary on the soldiers of the 10th Mountain Division, and his efforts to tell their stories.
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2019-06-061h 11
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastJohn Cox, VP of Engineering for Angel MDI sit down with John Cox from Angel MD, and we talk about code as craft, automating the important, using the data we have for good, the big picture, and when we finally listen to our dads. John's focus is to help create better medical innovation faster. I also enjoyed having Tyler Sparks, CTO from Furos in attendance during this recording.
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2019-05-3051 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastAdam Rachubinski of Alpha Bicycle CompanyI sit down with Adam Rachubinski, owner of Alpha Bicycle Company to talk about creating a true customer experience, balancing gut instinct and business research, and making it in the competitive world of bicycle retail.
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2019-05-2256 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastCoffee Flavor Profiling with Kevin Mycoskie of Q-Grade CoffeeThis coffee flavor profiling was with longtime friend Kevin from Q-Grade Coffee. We nerd out over beans, grinds, water temperature, roasting - all in the name of finding and making a truly delicious cup of coffee at home. Recorded over 2 days in Monument Colorado. Such a fun experience. And hello to listener Suzanne from Naples, Florida!
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2019-05-212h 06
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastMark Hardy, VP of Solutions at Harper DBMark Hardy and I talk about Crossing the Chasm by Jeffrey Moore, drinking tea and eating dates in Abu Dhabi, focusing on niche markets, and I think I finally understand what a database is.
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2019-05-1456 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastChickens and Bees with Nicole Gennetta of Heritage Acres MarketI chat with Nicole from Heritage Acres Market, and get educated on bees, eggs, chickens, swarms, and how chickens are a gateway drug.
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2019-05-1052 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastEthan Beute, VP of Marketing at BombBombEthan Beute and I talk about BombBomb's mission of rehumanizing communication via video email, Ethan's recently released book and his writing process, authors Daniel Pink, Stephen Marche, and Anne Handley.
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2019-05-091h 24
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastDr. Peter McGraw: Humor Research Lab at CU BoulderI sit down with Dr. Peter McGraw, Professor of Marketing and Psychology and Director of the Humor Research Lab @ CU Boulder. We cover everything from inappropriate jokes, humor as a literal survival skill, rat tickling, shit storming, and I get pop quiz on Stocism. Be the hero in the story of your life.
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2019-05-031h 20
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastAaron Bach - VP of Software Development at Four Winds InteractiveI sit down with Aaron Bach of Four Winds Interactive; we discuss building genuine business relationships, unintended consequences of technology, building a company culture of truth where it's OK to fail, and the code from the Apollo missions. It's been so enjoyable becoming friends with Aaron.
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2019-05-0353 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastAlan Speicher of TPC Ashburn: Honk If You Love TrashAlan Speicher is founder of the Trash Pickup Club of Ashburn. I heard about Alan through Reddit and #trashtag, and how he puts on run events in Virginia - that also pick up trash. Such a fun guy. Get yourself a bag, a set of grabbers and start your own TPC.
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2019-05-0248 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastBobby Long - Musician, Artist, Poet, SingerI sit down with singer / songwriter Bobby Long - in my friend Rick and Angie's kitchen. We talk about writing songs compared to writing poems, our appreciation of Steve Winwood, true fans, and finish with a small acoustic home concert.
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2019-04-3059 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastThe Art of Standup - Von SpreckenIn this episode, Denver improv actor and comedian Von Sprecken and I talk about George Carlin, the art of writing jokes, puns as a garnish, and our darker sense of humor.
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2019-04-201h 08
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastFrannie Matthews, CEO of the Colorado Technology AssociationIn this episode, I talk with Frannie Matthews about the mission and focus areas of the Colorado Technology Association. We cover her programming career at IBM, sometimes being the only woman in the room. We cover She-Tech at DU - where middle school girls are introduce to tehcnology, and the Women In Technology conference June 7. 2019, with a keynote by Beth Comstock. (tickets on sale April 16).
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2019-04-1539 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastJust A Girl - with TerrieIn this episode with my friend Terrie, we talk about lasting effects of poverty - in childhood and adulthood, the unfortunate habit of women apologizing for inconveniencing men, gender inequality for girls while growing up, communication flowcharts, and the gift of cycling.
Thanks to our sponsors Q Grade Coffee and Furos Consulting.
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2019-04-021h 17
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastCourage, Awareness, Sobriety with Aubrey BoomEver have a great friend - but you've never spoken or met? That happened during this episode with Aubrey Boom - life coach and mental health therapist. We have known each other for a few years via Instagram, and talked for the very first time during this recording. We cover the power of the bike, dynamic running therapy, sobriety and that particular flavor of courage, and transcending the ego.
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2019-03-271h 23
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastPart 2 - Nick Sodnicar, Host of the SodcastIn Part 2 of my conversation with Nick Sodnicar, host of the Sodcast, we talk about expectations vs. reality of the college experience, relationships ending, bonding over shared struggle, and making hard decisions.
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2019-03-111h 26
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastPart 1 - Nick Sodnicar, Host of the SodcastPart 1 of my conversation with one of my best friends, and son, Nick Sodnicar, host of the Sodcast. I'm so happy we have this relationship and could take the time to open up and preserve a small part of this. We talk about ADD, relationships, love and loss.
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2019-02-271h 27
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastElements of Design with Sarah Vander Neut of VanderjacketIn this episode I sit down with VanderJacket founder and designer Sarah Vander Neut from Colorado. We nerd out on fabrics, colors, clothing function, and design - and her gorgeous running jackets.
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2019-02-231h 17
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastCraig Mycoskie, Head Brewer of the new Roundtrip Brewery in AtlantaFirst ever two-time guest Craig Mycoskie talks about heading to Atlanta to open a new brewery - Roundtrip Brewing Co. We cover realizing a current state is not working, and the courage to make a change, making short-term sacrifices for a goal, and recreating the Smokey and the Bandit run!
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2019-02-1656 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastA conversation about death, grief, and loss with Brianne HoveyThis conversation with friend and yoga instructor Brianne was one of the most profound I have ever had - recorded or not. We talk about death, loss and grieving, a return to normalcy, and the amazing coincidences in life.
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2019-02-151h 16
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastNick Shankland and JJ Fitts from Gypsy Q BBQ TruckThis was a good one, outside at Improper City. Nick Shankland and JJ Fitts from Gypsy Q BBQ truck. The art, passion and science of BBQ and smoke. Proof you can have fun and work hard.
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2019-02-121h 12
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastPaul Farnsworth CTO and People LeaderIn this episode I sit down with a unique C-level leader. Paul Farnsworth is a CTO, but yet also has a very keen sense of leading people, and improving those in his organization. A fascinating conversation surrounding IT and professional development.
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2019-02-121h 20
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastTeal Carlock from RR Threads SocksIn this episode, Teal Carlock from RR Threads socks talks about more than socks. Design, prototyping, quality, personal connections and doing business the right way.
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2019-01-1959 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastSilvana Montero of BiciBitsI met Silvana via Instagram, and by pure chance we both ended up in Buena Vista. I invited her to stay with me in Denver during her travels. We talk about her global career in fashion design, Traumatic Brain Injury, and how BiciBits is helping her and others recover. She is such a kind and amazing soul.
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2018-12-291h 01
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastImprov Comedy Part 3: Emily And Paul from Parker PlayersHigh school musicals! Los Angeles! Tea! Classrooms and Air Traffic Control! Next up in our series on improv comedy, I talk with Emily and Paul from Parker Players. They both took very different journeys to arrive onstage, but still two very talented performers.
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2018-12-2253 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastHelen Gardner - Runner and Rider for OthersIn this episode I talk with Helen Gardner - who this summer rode over 150 miles pulling a young disabled athlete named Noah, and then just a few months later pushed another disabled athlete named Hank in the Marine Corps marathon.
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2018-12-041h 22
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastImprov Comedy Part 2: Rik and John from Parker PlayersThird in our comedy series, I sit down with Rik and John from Parker Players. Two very distinct styles of personalities - but both very talented, and both proving that it's not where one starts, but where they end up.
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2018-11-291h 27
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastActor, Writer, Comedian Rion EvansIn this episode I sit down with actor, comedian, and writer Rion Evans. We go into his path to comedy, acting, the Denver 48 Hour Film Festival, the Denver comedy scene and banning Kevin Hart from this podcast.
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2018-11-231h 31
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastImprov Comedy - Part 1: Grant, Christel, Casey from Parker PlayersIn Part 1 of my series on Denver comedy, I sit down with Grant, Christel, and Casey from Parker Players Improv. We discuss the art form of improv comedy, and 4 very different journeys to how each us of joined this talented group.
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2018-11-201h 17
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastChris Moore - Wearrative Co-Founder, StorytellerI sit down with Chris Moore, co-founder from Wearrative, and we discuss our shared philosophy when it comes to genuine marketing and creating a connection. We discuss how create a story, ensure it is the right story and how to empower someone to tell an influential story. Chris totally understands The Why. Find out at wearrative.com.
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2018-11-161h 06
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastHuichol Art - by Corbett KeslerThis podcast with my friend Corbett Kesler was unique for several reasons.
I like talking to people that build, create, or do something I could never undertake. I tend to believe that any person could learn any skill, but knowing myself, seeing the discipline and detail required by Corbett and the Huichol bead art, this is not something I could do.
Second, Corbett's art needs to be seen to be believed and understood and made me wished I had videoed the interview. The pictures are amazing, but seeing the art firsthand cannot be substituted.
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2018-10-131h 02
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastMegan Hottman - Cyclist Lawyer - To Be ContinuedA fascinating conversation about living a life with intent, focus and discipline with The Cyclist Lawyer, Megan Hottman. We were both very excited to not talk about bikes and legal issues, and focused more on stoicism, dreams, the death of a dream, and a new challenges. More to come later...
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2018-09-2843 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastPTSD Roundtable Discussion - Part 2Part 2 of our PTSD roundtable. Again, the sound quality is not ideal, but the content is important. We are actually in the process of rescheduling 1 on 1 interviews with everyone on the panel to explore this important topic individually. Thanks for trying to listen.
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2018-09-2258 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastPTSD Roundtable Discussion - Part 1This is a different episode. I sit down with 4 veterans, a filmmaker and a veteran support advocate to talk about PTSD. I will say in advance the audio quality is not the best. We agonized over this decision to release it, with the powerful topics covered. I might suggest using headphones. This is part 1 of 2.
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2018-09-1159 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastHead Brewer Craig MycoskieIn this episode we talk to Head Brewer Craig Mycoskie about his beer journey. From traveling around Europe and discovering Belgian beer, to the Wyncoop in Denver, to Rahr and Sons in Texas and beyond... We talk about some misconceptions in beer, breweries and brewers.
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2018-08-2538 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastChris Gerardi of Mellivora CompanyIn this episode I sit down with Chris Gerardi, founder of Colorado clothing company Mellivora Co. We have a shared path for his company and the Warmfront - starting from personal challenges, overcoming dark thoughts and places, and persisting in the face of adversity. The more Chris and I talked, the more the coincidences and bonds between us became clear.
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2018-08-051h 36
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastChris DeMarchi - Race Across AmericaIn this episode, Chris DeMarchi of Monster Media Racing talks about his team's record setting win in the 2018 Race Across America. We cover the mental side of riding coast to coast in 5 days, 3 hours, and 43 minutes, breaking the old record by just a few minutes, while navigating a longer, more difficult course. We also cover team dynamics while managing sleep deprivation, isolation, and mental toughness.
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2018-07-2457 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastMusician, Author, Publisher, Brand Architect Jeremy GotwalsIn this episode I sit down with Jeremy Gotwals from Cincinnati. I met him by pure coincidence at an airport bar in Austin Texas, and overheard his story, energy, and drive and had to sit down and talk. The coincidences don't stop there, and we talk about how your personal definition of success is the only one that really matters.
I really enjoyed getting to know this cat, and how this whole episode came together.
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2018-07-141h 46
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastActress Lizzy SodnicarIn this episode, I sit down with actress Lizzy Sodnicar. We talk about the preparation and process for performing a one act dramatic play - memorization, blocking, rehearsing. We also dive into the mental side of playing a dark, sinister character and separating theatre from reality, and how to cope with a powerful performance.
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2018-06-1953 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastBill Swank of Lime SystemsIn this episode, we sit down with longtime friend and mentor, Bill Swank of Lime Systems. Bill covers Facebook, data, privacy, security and being an advocate for yourself and your company. Listen to why I talk to Bill once a week for the past 5 years.
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2018-03-291h 17
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastGrit and Hustle - 2nd Visit - Ryan HelmsWe welcome back Ryan Helms after the successful Kickstarter of his Side Hustle Journal Grit and Hustle. Mine just arrived today - a gorgeous book - which will get me to Hotlanta in 2019!
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2018-03-2939 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastJake Minturn from Downhill BrewingMatt sits down at Downhill Brewing to talk with Jake Minturn. And yes, we ended up having double IPA at 10am after the recording. Jake talks about leaving the corporate hospitality and restaurant world, dividing roles and responsibilities in the brewery and his approach to turning customers into friends. CHEERS!
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2018-03-0732 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastJason Romero - Running into the DarkThis episode features Jason Romero - runner, author, public speaker. Jason is legally blind and 2 years ago decided to run across the USA. 57 consecutive days, 50 miles per day. We talk about the support of his family, the massive logistic effort into this event, and going from being unemployed to speaking in front of Amazon's corporate headquarters.
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2018-01-1758 min
aaron says whatasw: Matt Sodnicar (@TheWarmfront)151 - Matt and I talk about how he overcame negative circumstances and adversity from a failing marriage. He decided to focus on the positive things in his life and wound up finding personal happiness and achieving great success.
Matt Sodnicar is a dad, entrepreneur and Mr. Lucky with his day job for BH Bikes. He is the designer and founder of The Warmfront Chest Warmer, a podcaster, cyclist, runner, and all-around good dude.
You can find him at www.bhbikesusa.com, www.thewarmfront.com, or listen to the podcast at https://soundcloud.com/themattsodnicarpodcast. Follow Matt on Twitter @TheWarmfront
Help...2018-01-1100 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastCelebrity Trainer Vinnie TortorichI sit down with Vinnie Tortorich - celebrity trainer, founder of the No Sugar No Grains food philosophy, author, podcaster, to talk about attitudes, mental toughness, giving a little bit more. Vinnie is one of the most genuine and nicest guys I've had the pleasure of meeting.
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2018-01-0241 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastWomen's Kit with Siobhan DolanMatt and Siobhan Dolan of Women's Kit talk about how the bike changed her life, her confidence and led to a fantastic change in her relationship status! We also talk about the vision and mission of @womenskit, and the amazing sisterhood she is developing in California cycling.
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2017-12-0342 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastVerde Strategy with Kristin Carpenter-OgdenThis week's guest is Kristin Carpenter-Ogden of Verde Strategy. We dive into the difference - if there is one - between marketing and public relations, moving from journalist to running a successful PR firm, and what true engagement and connection means between brands and their customers.
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2017-11-1434 min
The Matt Sodnicar PodcastFlippin' FlapjacksThis week's guests are Dan and Kelli Kuper from Flippin' Flapjacks. Not a food truck - a wicked pancake trailer grill and machine. We talk about going from 3 events a year as a side business to over 360 events - in the 10 months of 2017 alone. Podcasts are way more fun with wine, and be sure to listen for the dogs eating dinner while we were recording.
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2017-10-1938 min