The Matt Sodnicar Podcast

Sharon 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. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Sean 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. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

I 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. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

I 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. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

I 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. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

On 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. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

This 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, int...

Recorded 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. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Ashley and I talk about eating & training vs. diet & exercise, thoughts being electric and the heart being magnetic, Ekhart Tolle, energetic boundaries, intuition, and PTSD. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Tyler 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. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Margaret 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. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Shawna 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. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

In 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. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

I 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. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A 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. bit.ly/MattBikeMS ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Chris 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. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

I 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. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

I 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. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

This 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! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Mark 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. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

I chat with Nicole from Heritage Acres Market, and get educated on bees, eggs, chickens, swarms, and how chickens are a gateway drug. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Ethan 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. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

I 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. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

I 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. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Alan 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. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★