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Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 034 Interview with Massage Therapist, Danielle DiGiallonardoIn Episode 034 of the Mishmash Podcast, I had a great discussion with Massage Therapist, Danielle DiGiallonardo. Massage Therapy is one of my very few go-to relaxation outlets, and it's something I've always been interested in learning more about. Danielle's thirty-plus years in the industry offered me a wealth of information to draw from in what was an entertaining and educative conversation.
Danielle was kind enough to share her insights about the benefits and challenges of working as a Massage Therapist, what she looks to offer in terms of the ideal massage experience, and, most fun of all...2024-07-081h 15
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 033 Interview with Eddie GoingIn Episode 033 of the Mishmash Podcast, I caught up with an old friend and OG YouTuber, @EddieGoing . Eddie is one of my favorite people from Baruch College, and it was great both to reflect upon our college days, and to catch up on a lot that has happened in the decade and a half since.
Eddie's charisma and personality are unmatched, and so it came as no surprise to hear about his success as one of the earliest YouTube sensations, his involvement in film and television, and, best of all, his role as a master prankster. Our c...2024-07-021h 55
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 032 Interview with Dani CherrickIn Episode 032 of the Mishmash Podcast, I got to sit down with Food Fuels Growth Nutrition Coach, Dani Cherrick, to discuss our time working together as coach and client last summer. Thanks to Dani's incredible coaching, I was able to lose more than 20 pounds in eight weeks as a Food Fuels Growth client, and then went on to lose an additional 20 pounds on my own thanks to the knowledge that I gained from working with her.
Besides my personal transformation, we also discussed some of the common challenges that folks face when they are attempting to effect...2024-06-211h 23
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 031 Interview with Mike McGowanIn Episode 031 of the Mishmash Podcast, I had one of my most important, impactful conversations yet with my friend, Mike McGowan. Mike is the Assistant Boys Varsity Coach at Matawan Regional High School, the owner and founder of NorthShore Hoops, a father of one with two more on the way, and he is a cancer survivor.
Mike's story of how he was first diagnosed with and ultimately beat cancer is not just inspiration--it's life-altering. His perspective on life is something that I think everyone would benefit from hearing, and the way he approaches each day--as a father...2024-05-201h 23
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 030 Interview with Russ SommersIn Episode 030 of the Mishmash Podcast, I got to speak with my good friend, Russ Sommers. Russ is a father, a husband, and an outdoorsman, but, above all else, he is someone who sets an incredible example and who inspires me whenever we get to talk.
During our discussion, we covered everything from the challenges of raising daughters in modern society, some of the keys to longstanding, successful marriages, and how to find the motivation to keep improving ourselves, despite the difficulty involved.
I hope you enjoy our conversation, and, if you do, please consider...2024-05-151h 51
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 029 Interview with Jon Korellis, Special Education Teacher, Special Needs School Supervisor, and Girl Dad of 2Episode 029 of the Mishmash Podcast is the first in a series focusing on parenting. Gender roles have shifted considerably since I was growing up in the '80s and '90s, as have modern parenting approaches. Having a daughter, in particular, has opened my eyes to the need for female representation in the workplace, as well as the importance of setting a solid example, as a father, at home.
In Episode 029, I got to sit down with my good friend Jon Korellis to explore some of these topics. Jon is a phenomenal basketball coach and skills trainer...2024-05-061h 57
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 028, Interview with Bobby Smith, Owner/Founder RYPT and Dr. Sharon Wentworth, Owner/Founder Elite Sports Physical TherapyIn Episode 028, I had the pleasure of sitting down with a phenomenal pair of guests--Bobby Smith, Owner and Founder of Reach Your Potential Training, and Dr. Sharon Wentworth, Owner and Founder of Elite Sports Physical Therapy. During our discussion, we explored the origins of both RYPT and Elite SPT, and how they were influenced by Bobby's and Dr. Sharon's professional and college athletic careers, how and why they both began training and rehabilitating young athletes, and some of the injury risks and challenges faced by young female athletes, in particular.
As parents of young athletes, ourselves, we a...2024-04-291h 18
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 027 Interview with Certified Personal Trainer and Colts Neck HS Basketball Coach, Ricky StephensIn Episode 027, my guest was Ricky Stephens, Colts Neck High School Head Freshman and Assistant Varsity Basketball coach, lead coach at Go Up Strong AAU, Certified Personal Trainer, and Speed and Conditioning Coach focusing on youth athletes. During our discussion, we explored Ricky's shift from the world of politics into both fitness and coaching, the challenges of working with young athletes, and the importance of both building foundational skills and forging higher levels of fitness in children.
Ricky also shares some insight behind what motivates him to work relentlessly at improving his own conditioning, as well as...2024-04-221h 11
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 026 Interview with Welsh Author of Dark Fiction, Catherine McCarthyIn Episode 026, I enjoyed a wide ranging conversation with a truly gifted writer, Catherine McCarthy. Cath and I discussed elements of the craft including the importance of drawing inspiration from firsthand experiences, the challenges and rewards of the querying process, and how a shared lifelong love of teaching and reading English has helped us both to become the writers that we are today.
You can find Catherine on X/Twitter @SerialSemantic, and you can watch the full conversation on my YouTube channel here:
https://youtu.be/-uEFtnVWS2c
Please be sure to like...2023-12-141h 03
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 025 Interview with Jason Hoffman, Managing Partner and Chief Instructor at THE MAX Challenge of EdisonIn Episode 025, I sat down with Jason Hoffman, master motivator and Managing partner/Chief Instructor at THE MAX Challenge of Edison to talk about fitness and nutrition. During our discussion, Jason provides some phenomenal advice on how people can make some simple changes that can drastically improve their nutritional health and overall wellbeing. He also offers some great tips for how to handle the potential challenges of eating right during the holidays.
2023-11-161h 04
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 024 Interview with Professional Visual Artist Anthony JensenIn Episode 024, I got to speak with my all-time favorite artist, Anthony Jensen. We discuss how he got his start in the field of visual art, how he took the leap of faith to become a professional and to focus full-time on his art, and we swap ghost stories in honor of our favorite time of year--Halloween!
You can watch the full interview on YouTube at the link below. Be sure to check out the incredible slideshow of Anthony's work towards the middle of the video--it showcases the breadth and depth of his talent!
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Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 023 Taking the Next Step ForwardWelcome to my first video podcast episode! In today's solo run, I share some of the exciting projects and personal goals that I have coming up in the near future as well as a few can't-miss guests on the horizon. Thanks for watching and listening!
Please check out the video on my YouTube channel and don't forget to hit like and subscribe! Thank you!
https://youtu.be/uAeorRV9Ei0
2023-10-2430 min
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 022 Completing the Hat Trick with Mike EnglishIn Episode 022, my friend Mike English and I complete our hat trick of interviews from the summer. This time around, we take a deeper dive into the importance of music in our lives, explore the overlap of poetry and songwriting, and discuss some of the more poignant aspects of parenting.
As always with Mike, there is plenty of great storytelling, lots of laughs, and just a great conversation all around. Thanks for listening!
2023-10-041h 19
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 021 Puppy LoveIn Episode 021, I explore the pleasures of owning a puppy and share my survivor story of living with a furry terrorist named Vendetta.
2023-09-2831 min
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 020 Interview With Fulbright Fellow and Professor Anja Vojvodic PhDIn episode 020 of the Mishmash Podcast, I spoke with my good friend and fellow Macaulay (CUNY) Honors College Class of 2005 alum, Anja Vojvodic. We reminisced about our time as scholars at Baruch and Queens College, discussed Anja's incredible journey in her post-graduate years that ultimately led her into academia, and explored some of her areas of study that include gender quota adoption within the political realm in post-Communist Europe as well as the prevalence of female prime ministers and executives in the Central and Eastern European regions.
For more information about Anja's research and upcoming work, please...2023-09-1459 min
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 019 Mike English ReturnsIn Episode 019, my good friend Mike English returns for a continuation of our earlier conversation about all-things music. This discussion explores some of the best bands ever to step up to the stage, drummers-turned-frontmen, underrated or overlooked singer/songwriters, and, much to my chagrin...baseball.
Oh--and keep an ear out for a pair of jokes that nearly sent Mike in search of a wardrobe change. Thanks for listening!
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2023-09-031h 20
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 018 Interview with Dave Schwartz of Alternate Ending Beer Co.In Episode 018 of the Mishmash Podcast I sat down with my good friend Dave Schwartz to discuss all things craft beer. Dave and I met back in 2013, and, over the past decade, no single thing has been more integral to our friendship than beer. We've shared countless adventures relating to it, and, with more than 10,000 different beers sampled between the two of us, we've covered a lot of ground together.
Dave is a bartender at Alternate Ending Beer Co. in Aberdeen, NJ, and he shares some of his experiences from his nearly two decades working i...2023-08-071h 04
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 017 Interview with Dr. Kristin Sticco (DO, MS), Chief of Clinical Pathology at Mount Sinai South Nassau HospitalIn Episode 017 of the Mishmash Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Kristin Sticco DO, MS--Chief of Clinical Pathology at Mount Sinai South Nassau to talk about her work in the fields of hematopathology and transfusion medicine. We discussed some of the challenges of being both a mother and a scientist and doctor--specifically, finding that balance between work and home lives--we explored some of the hallmarks of professional success in the medical fields and beyond, and we covered what it was like for Kristin growing up on the mean streets of Maspeth, Queens.
I hope...2023-07-241h 09
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 016 Interview with ProCare Rehabilitation PT, Christine Manley (PT, DPT, CSCS)In Episode 016 of the Mishmash Podcast, I sat down with ProCare PT Christine Manley to discuss the differing treatment approaches used in the field. Christine is certified as a strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS), and is also trained in both Vestibular Rehabilitation and the McKenzie Technique, which is used primarily for treating spine-related injuries.
We also explored the path that led her into the field and she was kind enough to share some advice for anyone looking to do the same. Thanks for listening!
2023-07-0540 min
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 015 Interview with Physical Therapist and Adjunct Professor, Susan MedfordIn Episode 015 of the Mishmash Podcast, I sat down with my friend Susan Medford. Sue is the co-owner of Joint Physical Therapy in Middletown, NJ, as well as an adjunct professor with 28 years of experience instructing at the College of Staten Island.
During our discussion, we talked about the field of Physical Therapy, how it's changed since Sue's career began in the 1990s, and she shared a little bit about her unique genealogy. Thanks for listening!
2023-06-2851 min
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 014 Interview with Mike English, Unofficial 1970s Rock Historian and Led Zeppelin UltrafanIn episode 014 of the Mishmash Podcast, my good friend Mike and I discuss music from the '70s, including our favorite bands from that era--Led Zeppelin and Pink Floyd. Our conversation was both wide-ranging, and, hopefully, entertaining (it was to us, at least!), so please tune in and listen to some passionate music fans cover the classics from the birth of rock and roll through to today!
2023-06-101h 28
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 013 Healthy Habits For Busy ParentsIn Episode 013, nutrition coach Dani Cherrick and I finish our discussion about nutrition and offer a variety of insights about how to make simple, healthy changes to your nutritional lifestyle. We explore some common myths and misconceptions about what it means to eat healthy, how difficult it really is to change your habits, and what the role of a nutrition coach actually is.
Follow Dani on Instagram and Facebook @FoodFuelsGrowth
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2023-06-011h 01
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 012 Interview with Dani Cherrick, Nutrition Coach and founder of Food Fuels GrowthIn episode 012, I got to sit down and speak with Dani Cherrick, Nutrition Coach and founder of the phenomenal Food Fuels Growth channel. We discussed some of the common challenges that parents face when it comes to maintaining healthy levels of nutrition for their children (and themselves!) while offering some helpful tips.
Dani shares some of her expertise in the field in our first dive into the world of nutrition, and, in my intro, I explain just how life altering that expertise was for me and my family.
For more information, give her a follow...2023-05-2251 min
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 011 Talking ’90s Music with Brian MonzoIn Episode 011 of the Mishmash Podcast, I got to sit down with my buddy Brian Monzo to discuss music. This is a conversation that we've been having in person and via text for years, but we decided to transpose it to the podcasting realm for this special episode.
Join us as we talk everything from the impact on Artificial Intelligence on the future of the music industry to the staying power of bands like the Foo Fighters, as well embarking upon a nostalgia trip back to the late '90s and early '00s.
2023-05-1138 min
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 010 Completing the TrifectaIn my latest episode, I begin the second season of the Mishmash Podcast with a very, very special guest: my daughter, Sarah Lynn Benecke. We talk about everything from sports and music, to what it's like being a young woman growing up in 2023.
2023-04-2032 min
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Über das Schreiben (Sol Stein; Übers. Waltraud Götting)
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The Key - Die Kraft des Mythos (James N. Frey, Übers. E...2022-12-041h 01
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 009 Interview with Women’s Basketball Coach Sarah DessnerIn the second of my three Sarah-centric episodes, I had the chance to sit down with Georgian Court University assistant coach Sarah Dessner to discuss the challenges and opportunities involved with being a coach, a mentor, and a role model to young girls.
Sarah is a successful coach, businesswoman, and all-around incredible woman who sets an amazing example for the girls who are lucky enough to play for her.
2022-11-2340 min
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 008 Interview with South African Author Sarah KeyIn the first of my trio of "Sarah" interviews, I got to speak with Sarah Key. Sarah is a South African novelist, education specialist, lecturer, mentor, and activist, but, more than that, she is a constant source of inspiration. She is the author of five novels, four of which were published traditionally, including her debut work, Tangled Weeds, as well as her trilogy, The Sisters of Light.
She has served as an independent contractor for UNICEF and as a lecturer at the University of the Witwatersrand, which has been ranked as the number one university both nationally...2022-11-151h 04
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 007 My 31 Favorite Dark Movies of the Past 31 YearsIn episode 007, and in honor of Halloween, I take a look at my 31 favorite dark movies from the past 31 years.
2022-10-2432 min
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 006 Interview with I’m Possible Skills Trainer & D-1 Girl Dad Garry LintonIn Episode 006, I got to sit down with HoopLab I'm Possible Skills Trainer, Garry Linton, to discuss the challenges of raising a young athlete with college or professional aspirations. Garry was kind enough to share his perspectives as a father of a Division 1 scholarship earning basketball daughter, and also as a former coach and current skills enhancement trainer.
During our talk, we covered a multitude of topics ranging from common mistakes parents make as they try to guide their children along their athletic paths, the importance of building a social media brand amid the college r...2022-05-071h 10
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 005 NBA Skills Enhancement Trainer Zach LeachIn today's episode, I share an interview I conducted with NBA Skills Enhancement Trainer Zach Leach. We discussed everything from the varying challenges of training both children and professional basketball players to the importance of skills enhancement in the development of modern athletes.
Zach is an expert in the field of skills enhancement who has worked with clients ranging from current NBA players such as Victor Oladipo and Karl-Anthony Towns and Division I players from the University of Kentucky and other schools of note, to international players from as far off as Israel and Jamaica. He runs...2022-04-2853 min
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 004 Taking the You out of Youth SportsIn episode 004 of the Mishmash Podcast, I take a solo exploration into the world of youth sports. Plenty has been written and said about how parents are ruining youth sports, but I don't think it has to be that way. As a former player and coach, and present parent and fan of my own kids' teams, I've accrued a wealth of observations that I use as a foundation for, what I believe, is a great way to help parents to shift their focus back onto their children and remove themselves from the equation, all while maximizing their enjoyment of...2022-04-1530 min
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 003 Interview with the Photographer: The PhotoCosma ChronicleIn episode 003, I discuss how I went from a fledgling writer to being part of a global creative community and how I achieved my bucket list goal of having my books read on (nearly) every continent (damn you, Antarctica!). Best of all--I get to share my interview with one of the world's greatest photographers...who lives in Transylvania!
Tune in to hear the stories behind Andrei Cosma's epic photographs and get a behind-the-scenes look at the Cosma brothers' creative process.
2022-03-3142 min
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 002 Music Is MagicIn episode two, I explore what is arguably my biggest passion: music.
Topics covered include the importance of exposing kids to a variety of music, sharing my passion for music with my own kids, and, what might just be my most embarrassing musical purchase!
I also have the first ever guest to the Mishmash Podcast--Mr. Lukas O'Connor! Lukas is a 13 year old music superfan who shares his passion for some of the heavier genres as well as anecdotes from the many live shows that he has attended with his parents. His genuine love of music...2022-03-1838 min
Matt’s Mishmash PodcastEpisode 001 This Is Your Pilot SpeakingThe pilot episode of Matt's Mishmash Podcast introduces host and author, Matthew John Benecke, and includes a St. Patrick's Day story you won't want to miss!
2022-03-0913 min
Room 51Roll for Thought- Board Games Are Taking Over! (Feat. Matthew John Benecke)Melissa and Justin are joined by author, Matthew John Benecke, to discuss board games' influence on other creative venues!Join the conversation on Twitter and Instagram @MelissaMakak or on our Room 51 Facebook page.New episodes every Tuesday and Friday at 7amEST!2020-04-1025 min
Call to Action PodcastFireside Chat with Author Matthew John BeneckeMatthew John Benecke is a speculative fiction writer originally from Brooklyn, New York. His interests outside of writing include playing and writing music on guitar and piano, photography and photo editing, and coaching his children’s youth sports teams. With his wife Heather, he has travelled to all fifty United States and their capitals, as well as nearly a dozen Canadian provinces. Listen in as he shares some very helpful information for writers!
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ctamarketing/message2020-02-0537 min
Rockstar Podcast - The Business Parent CastRP 153 - Matthew John Benecke - AuthorMatthew John Benecke is a writer of speculative fiction with supernatural and horror leanings and a craft beer blogger. He holds a Bachelor’s of Business Administration in Finance from Baruch College where he graduated as a member of the inaugural class of Macaulay Honors Scholars. He also holds a Master’s in Adolescent English Education from Brooklyn College. While working at Baruch College, he was selected to develop, implement, and instruct a summer-long creative writing seminar for high school students in the College Now program where he served as an adjunct lecturer.
Since 2011, he has written and...2019-09-1047 min
Rockstar Podcast - The Business Parent CastRP 153 - Matthew John Benecke - AuthorMatthew John Benecke is a writer of speculative fiction with supernatural and horror leanings and a craft beer blogger. He holds a Bachelor’s of Business Administration in Finance from Baruch College...
Welcome to Rockstar Podcast. The Small Business podcast by Small Business about Small Business. Join Lorenzo, Mariano and Tony as they discuss, laugh and sometimes drop some sarcasm on the everyday life of Small Business owners and how they handle all aspects from Marketing, Social Media and more.
2019-09-1047 min