Backstage w/ Matt Stone

As the year winds down, Matt reflects on a pivotal realization: the circumstances of our lives don’t move us forward — the story we craft from them does. After intentionally sharing his next chapter with the right people, he explores why storytelling is an act of leadership, not marketing; why truth has many valid frames; and why some stories need to be written by hand, not outsourced. A thoughtfu...

On a cold, bright Thursday, Matt reflects on the deeper work of reinvention: deciding what story this year will mean — and choosing the version that fuels what comes next. As he leans further into Amped and sheds the weight of the old, his energy is shifting, and people can feel it. This episode explores why momentum often begins with mindset, how belief travels beneath the words we say, and why t...

Matt starts a bright, freezing Wednesday reflecting on two things: the sting (and gift) of honest feedback, and the power of keeping his focus close. With new studio shots, growing interest in Amped, and fresh collaborations taking shape, he’s learning that progress comes from simplicity: one good conversation, one clear offer, one right action at a time. Today’s episode is a reminder that big vis...

On a frigid December morning, Matt wrestles with accounting jargon, studio planning, and a big realization: people don’t want a thousand choices — they want clarity they can trust. As he refines the Amped offering, he reflects on decision fatigue, the power of a curated path, and how shifting from old problems to new possibilities has transformed his energy. This is a public episode. If you would...

As winter settles in and the year winds down, Matt feels a shift — a deep sense of belonging to the work he’s creating with Amped and The Building Business Relationships Show. After a weekend surrounded by inspiring people and energizing conversations, he reflects on why this chapter feels so different. When your passion, talent, and purpose finally line up, the excitement shows… and the right opp...

On a bitterly cold Friday, Matt reflects on the emotional side of building something new. With a revamped website, a compelling new offer, and growing traction behind Amped, he’s learning to celebrate progress without riding the highs or sinking into the lows. This episode explores the quiet art of steady momentum: Staying grounded, staying patient, and finding something to be mildly happy about e...

After a long year of hard pivots, Matt gets an unexpected gift: his wife notices how different he’s been since pouring himself into Amped and The Building Business Relationships Show. Her simple observation becomes a reminder that alignment shows up in our energy long before it shows up in our results. In this episode, Matt reflects on the power of listening, the process of letting go, and the unm...

On a cold, wet December morning, Matt nearly skipped a trip to Times Square, but showing up led to new ideas, new energy, and a brand-new client for his latest venture. This episode is a reminder that momentum rarely comes from comfort. It comes from consistency, curiosity, and being willing to take the next step even when you don’t feel like it. This is a public episode. If you would like to disc...

Matt reflects on why the word authentic now makes half the room wince. From holiday reflections to human psychology, he unpacks how our instinct to judge what’s real, and what’s not, shapes everything from relationships to marketing. A thoughtful look at why “real” is more complicated than it sounds. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access t...

On his 10th wedding anniversary, Matt reflects on gratitude, growth, and what he’s learning from How Trust Works by Dr. Peter Kim. In this episode, he unpacks a surprising truth: apologies rebuild trust when we fail at competence — but not when we fail at integrity. A thoughtful and curious look at honesty, denial, and what it really takes to rebuild trust in today’s world. This is a public episod...

On the eve of Thanksgiving, Matt reflects on the power of small beginnings and steady progress. With six pre-launch episodes of The Building Business Relationships Show now live, listeners in ten countries, and early momentum on YouTube, he pauses to celebrate growth, recovery, and the unseen benefits of showing up every day. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other s...

Two days before Thanksgiving, Matt reflects on how one connection leads to another — and how an open, generous mindset turns chance meetings into game-changing relationships. From a Manhattan Chamber of Commerce mixer to collaborating with a former TV producer, this episode celebrates the compounding power of curiosity, kindness, and staying open to who’s next. This is a public episode. If you wou...

With Thanksgiving around the corner, Matt shares how a simple grocery-store discovery turned his mood around, and why the act of seeking can often restore our energy and optimism. From visualization to creative exploration, this episode is a reminder that clarity often appears when we stay curious enough to keep looking. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscr...

Matt checks in with a quick update on the growing momentum behind The Building Business Relationships Show. From creative collaborations to fundraising prep and new format experiments, this episode captures the energy of iteration — testing, refining, and moving closer to a vision that’s equal parts meaningful and entertaining. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other...

Feeling momentarily lost, Matt pauses to reconnect with the thread that runs through everything he does, helping people build stronger connections. From trust in teams to storytelling in business, this episode is a reminder that purpose is rarely about what you do; it’s about who you help. And when you let yourself truly be seen, the right doors open. This is a public episode. If you would like to...

Even as Winter looms and the cold air is putting a chill in the air, Matt is heating up with excitement over small but significant progress with this new businesses, including The Building Business Relationships Show. He discusses how seeing a recording studio space in Times Square has helped clarify the path to launching the show in 2026, and what this means for maintaining a growth trajectory th...

After a weekend of cleaning and rediscovery, Matt reflects on how reconnecting with the past can fuel the future. From childhood memories to new creative partnerships, this episode captures the magic of clarity and how lightening your physical and mental load can make room for the next big breakthrough. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get acces...

As the year winds down, Matt reflects on the realities of building something new — the excitement, the unknowns, and the pressure that keeps it all moving. In this episode, he explores how financial stress and tight timelines can either hijack your focus or sharpen it, depending on the mindset you choose. A candid look at entrepreneurship, balance, and learning to let pressure become purpose. This...

Matt reflects on a breakthrough day that could change everything. From The Building Business Relationships Show to his new venture Amped , he’s rediscovering how authentic excitement draws the right people in. This episode is a reminder that when you believe deeply in what you’re building, that belief becomes magnetic — and unstoppable. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this w...

After a full day of recording and reflection, Matt realizes that real growth comes from listening — to others, and to yourself. A guest’s honest feedback sparks new creative ideas for The Building Business Relationships Show and deepens his excitement for Amped , his new venture helping founders tell their stories on camera. This episode is about how feedback, memory, and intuition often lead us r...

Matt reflects on how every chapter of his work comes back to one word: trust. After years helping leaders rebuild it inside teams, he’s now helping founders build it on camera. This episode explores how to evolve your work without losing the values that make it matter. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mattston...

After a year of hard pivots and reinvention, Matt finds fresh inspiration in an unlikely place — a college football coach. Reflecting on Oregon’s Dan Lanning and his “everything is fuel” philosophy, he explores how setbacks, stress, and even fear can be turned into energy for what’s next. This episode is a reminder that every challenge adds kindling to the fire that drives you forward. This is a p...

After a year full of challenges and change, Matt walks into a Manhattan networking event with a new story — and walks out with instant momentum. In this episode, he reflects on the power of alignment: when your energy, purpose, and message finally click into place. From a simple test pitch to multiple offers, this one’s about clarity, courage, and trusting the signs that tell you you’re exactly wh...

Back in full swing after recovery, Matt reflects on the power of curating your circle — the people who lift you, challenge you, and keep you growing. From funny backyard discoveries to moments of feedback and reflection, this episode is a reminder that the quality of your relationships determines the quality of your thinking. In a world full of noise, your circle is your signal. More on “Change yo...

On this Election Day, Matt reflects on reinvention — not just in politics or business, but in life. After a year of upheaval and healing, he explores how change doesn’t have to be a dramatic overhaul. True reinvention, he says, is iterative: it’s learning, testing, and adjusting as you go. From leveraging AI to deepening human connection, this episode is a reminder that the future belongs to those...