DREAM THINK DO | Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy

In this short and heartfelt episode… Mitch Matthews is keeping it simple but powerful. It's a mini-episode, just 15 minutes… but it's packed with a mindset shift that could transform your holidays (and maybe even your new year!). As we dive into this season that's often full, fast, and a little frantic… we wanted to offer you a concept that's helping Mitch to stay grounded, present, and joy-filled...

An Interview with former Navy SEAL, CEO & bestselling author Brent Gleeson In this powerful episode, Mitch Matthews sits down with Brent Gleeson - former Navy SEAL, CEO, and bestselling author - to dive into the mindset, routines, and values that allow you to go ALL IN on what matters most, even during the most chaotic of times… (even the holidays!). With insights from Brent's new book ALL IN: The...

An interview with Olympic Medalist, Author, & Design Thinker John K. Coyle What if your next breakthrough wasn't about fixing your weaknesses… but doubling down on your strengths ? This week on DREAM THINK DO , Mitch sits down with John K. Coyle - an Olympic silver medalist turned Fortune 500 exec, design thinking expert, and Emmy-winning analyst - to explore what happens when you stop trying to f...

In this inspiring and deeply authentic episode, Mitch sits down with someone he recently shared the TEDx stage with - Dr. Angela Walker Franklin . Dr. Franklin is the President and CEO of Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences , and not only is she the first woman and first person of color to hold that role in the university's 125+ year history… she's also a licensed clinical psycholog...

In this episode, Mitch sits down with the brilliant and bold Dr. Julia Garcia - a psychologist, behavioral researcher, and the author of the powerful new book, The 5 Habits of Hope .  With 20+ years of experience working with students, educators, CEOs, and entire communities to create space for hope , Dr. J brings the science and the soul - blending tactical tools with raw honesty and deep life ex...

We've got an inspiring and eye-opening conversation for you this week as Mitch sits down with Shawn D. Nelson - the founder and CEO of LoveSac.  If the name sounds familiar, it should. LoveSac has become a billion-dollar disruptor in the furniture space, known for their ultra-comfy bean bags and their game-changing modular couches that are built to last a lifetime. But long before LoveSac became a...

In this solo episode, Mitch Matthews shares an honest, behind-the-scenes story that started with a season of struggle, turned into a desperate idea… and accidentally launched a movement that's now inspired thousands of people to get clear on their big dreams and goals and move forward with courage and clarity.  You'll hear about the surprising origin of the very first Big Dream Gathering - an expe...

What if you could actually feel good about money? Not just make more of it - but feel less stress, more clarity, and a sense of freedom around your finances?  That's exactly what we're talking about this week with our guest, John Kennedy . He's a Certified Financial Planner, yes… but his superpower is helping people unpack the emotional side of money, build simple systems that work, and finally ta...

In this powerful episode, Mitch reconnects with Vanessa McNeal - a dynamic speaker, trauma-informed life coach, and certified elite coach who's changing the way leaders think about difficult people, burnout, and team culture. Vanessa's mission? To help high achievers ditch burnout, quiet the noise of overwhelm, and lead from a place of inner alignment . She's not about surface-level fluff - her st...

What does it take to fully step into the life you were meant to live? What happens when you lose a big part of your identity… and have to rebuild from the ground up? That's what we're talking about in this raw and real episode with Nick Koumalatsos. Nick is a former Marine Raider, turned multi-passionate entrepreneur, coach, and author. He's also the co-founder and CEO of Johnny Slicks, a fast-gro...

What if the thing standing between you and your growth… is  you ? In this episode of Dream Think Do, Mitch sits down with Steve Mellor - who went from being one of the top 50 swimmers in the world to coaching Olympic athletes, and now, speaking to audiences across the country. Steve flips the script on how we think about progress. From early‑morning swim practices in England to empowering leaders...

What do you do when the plan… completely unravels? In this powerful and faith-filled deep dive, Mitch Matthews shares a message that will help… especially in those times when your plan seems to fall apart.  Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like you're the only one without a clear path… this episode is for you. Mitch unpacks one of his all-time favorite stories from the Bible - buried...

What if one small moment - something most people would walk past - could change your life and the lives of thousands? That's exactly what happened when Luke Mickelson saw a child sleeping on a "nest" of clothes on the floor.  What followed was messy, imperfect, but undeniably powerful.  In this episode, you'll see how compassion + action + leadership can birth a movement.  Whether you're a leader,...

In this powerful episode of DREAM THINK DO, Mitch sits down with Jheri South - a certified master coach, ADHD specialist, and mom of seven neurodivergent kids.   Jheri opens up about her own adult ADHD diagnosis and how it completely changed the game for her - personally and professionally. She shares how ADHD can be a superpower when we learn to understand it and work with it, not against it. Whe...

In this energizing episode of Dream Think Do … Mitch Matthews tackles something we all need: more GRIT and resiliency . And not in some drill sargent… mad at the world… sort of way.  But instead using science-backed strategies to grow your ability to focus and bring your best… even when you're tired.  Whether you're leading a team, chasing a dream, or just trying to keep up with life… this episode...

Have you felt offended lately? Maybe by something you saw online… or something someone said in a meeting… or even just a shift happening around you that felt off ? You're not alone. In fact, the data says offense is everywhere—and social media is literally designed to feed it to you. But what if offense isn't just annoying or exhausting… what if it's actually blinding you to opportunity? In this d...

Comparison doesn't have to be the enemy. In fact, it can be one of your most powerful tools for growth — if you know how to use it. In this episode of DREAM THINK DO , Mitch Matthews sits down with Jake Thompson — leadership performance coach, two-time bestselling author, keynote speaker, and founder of Compete Every Day — to talk about transforming comparison from a confidence killer into a compe...

Danielle McGeough, PhD is with us! Are you highly successful… but feeling stuck or craving more purpose? Maybe your schedule is full, your calendar looks productive—but something's missing. No one else knows it… but you do.  It's time to get the clarity you want… so you can move forward boldly. If this sounds familiar… this conversation is for you. In this powerful episode of the DREAM THINK DO po...

Jason Ferguson is with us on DREAM THINK DO!  His story feels like a Hollywood script — but I can tell you… it's real, raw, and absolutely inspiring! Jason was a D1 football player with a full ride to the University of Hawaii… until a devastating injury and a series of bad choices sent his life into a decade-long spiral of addiction. For a long time, it looked like his story might end in tragedy....

Jamie Winship is back—for the third time!—and it's no surprise why his previous interviews (Episodes 354 & 394) are among the most downloaded in Dream Think Do history.  In THIS powerful conversation, Mitch reconnects with the award-winning DC cop turned international peacemaker and identity expert to explore how real transformation happens—especially when stepping into a new season of life or lea...

This week, Mitch Matthews sits down in person with returning guest Chandler Bolt—CEO of SelfPublishing.com , 7-time bestselling author, and viral TEDx speaker. They're in Austin, recording from Chandler's studio, and having a blast. Together, they dive deep into 4 pillars that have fueled both Chandler's 8-figure business growth and inspiring personal success. Whether you're launching a startup, w...

This week, Mitch sits down with Scott Simon – author, speaker, and the driving force behind the global movement Scare Your Soul. From a bullied, quiet kid to the leader of a courage revolution, Scott shares his journey of facing fear head-on, one small brave step at a time.  You'll hear how a trip to Israel, a panic attack, and a spiral notebook launched a life-changing practice… and how one viral...

William Paul Young is back—and this convo is a true gift. If you know The Shack, you already know Paul has a way of sharing stories that stretch your heart and soul. In this episode, we go deep on navigating life's seasons—the expected ones, the surprising ones, and the hard ones too. We talk about letting go of pressure, trusting God in the now, and why Paul says a "purpose-driven life" might be...

In this monster-packed reunion… Mitch Matthews is interviewing old friends… Howard Berger (the co-founder of KNB EFX, Walking Dead, Breaking Bad, Orville creature extraordinaire — with over 900 + 1,000 creatures and characters to his name!) and fan‑turned‑pro critic/author Marshall Julius (BBC, Sunday Times, and co‑author of Masters of Makeup Effects).  They're back to DREAM THINK DO to dive into...

Okay, DREAM THINK DOers… get ready! Because today's guest is creating a new and inspiring path when it comes to embracing curiosity, thinking differently, and doing life in bold and unconventional ways. We're talking with Anne-Laure Le Cunff. Anne-Laure is a powerhouse neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and the brilliant mind behind Ness Labs—a platform dedicated to helping people to think better, lear...