Matthew Martinez

What's the CO2?

Health EN ↓ 7 episodes

Ever feel like the world is moving fast but no one’s really taking a deep breath? What’s the CO2? is a podcast that filters out the noise and dives into meaningful discussions across medicine, wellness, society, and the human experience, one breath at a time. Hosted by a Registered Respiratory Therapist, this show brings curiosity, clarity, and connection to the topics that fill our airwaves and our minds. Whether we’re talking with medical experts, personal storytellers, or just asking better questions about the world around us, you’ll walk away with something to think about (and maybe even e...

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Matthew Martinez

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Episode 7: "Hand Ups, Not Hand Outs" - Emmanuel Caraballo 29.06.2026 1:15:36

What does it take to lead a 23 year old nonprofit through its next chapter, while honoring everything the founder built before you? In this episode, I sit down with Emmanuel (Manny) Caraballo, Executive Director of Freedom for Youth, a faith based nonprofit serving at risk youth in the Des Moines metro. Manny's path here wasn't a straight line, Army chaplain's assistant, youth pastor i...

Episode 6: "Meaning Over Money" - Travis Shelton 15.06.2026 1:17:11

Travis Shelton is a financial coach, founder of Shelton Consulting, and host of the Meaning Over Money podcast. But his path here wasn't straight — it ran through a job loss at the height of the 2008 financial crisis, $236,000 in debt, and an involuntary move back to Iowa three days into his engagement. What came out of that season was a completely different philosophy about money, work, and w...

Episode 5: "Who are You Without the Game?" - Ross Moffat 01.06.2026 1:06:32

What does it take to leave everything you know behind, and then figure out who you actually are when the thing that defined you is gone? In this episode of What's the CO2? , Matt sits down with Ross Moffat, therapist, soccer coach, and Glasgow native, for a raw, wide-ranging conversation about identity, mental health, and what it really means to grow up. Ross shares his journey from the street...

Episode 4: "Success, Failure, & Taco Stands" - Jake Moore 18.05.2026 58:46

What do Chick-fil-A, a gas station taco stand, and a top 1% real estate career have in common? Jake Moore. Jake Moore is the founder of the Jake Moore Group and one of the most successful realtors in the country, but his path there was anything but a straight line. From burning out at a booming software company, to a brief (very brief) stint in fast food, to running a taco stand three hours from h...

Episode 3: Pastor Scott Rains 04.05.2026 1:00:27

We sit down with Pastor Scott Rains from Lutheran Church of Hope in Ankeny, Iowa to explore the profound intersection of healthcare, spirituality, and the human experience of grief. The conversation delves into the "meaning making model," examining how we bridge the gap between our foundational beliefs and the often-traumatic realities of life, while emphasizing that a truly "full life...

Episode 1: Dr. Jason Kruse 19.04.2026 1:27:14

Dr. Jason Cruz, is the former Interim CEO and a current Internal Medicine physician at Broadlawns Medical Center. He shares his journey and insights into the evolving world of medicine. Explore how compartmentalization and intangible qualities like empathy and moral clarity are essential in the role of a physician. Delve into the lingering effects of COVID-19 and the potential impact of AI on heal...

Episode 2: Dr. Yechan Kim 19.04.2026 50:34

Dr. Yechan (YC) Kim is an Internal Medicine doctor with a focus on Sports Medicine. Dr. Kim shares his journey from South Korea to the United States and discusses the challenges he faced adapting to a new culture and language as well as the impact of his families personal challenges. He reflects on his faith journey and how it helped him overcome adversity. Dr. Kim also talks about his passion for...