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The Matt Balaker Podcast

The Matt Balaker Podcast

We interview experts in business, comedy, and literature in hopes of free riding off their knowledge.

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00:58:31

Brian Swinehart - Leaving LA for Showbiz

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2024/01/04

Brian Swinehart took his small-town work ethic to Los Angeles. He carved out a niche as an actor and produced one of the most acclaimed and longest running standup comedy shows in Hollywood. After a couple older ladies chastised him while walking his dog, he returned back home to find purpose, love, and a new approach to show business. Hear his story. MORE ABOUT BRIAN SWINEHART As a professional comedian Brian has traveled the world putting smiles on faces and has enjoyed every moment

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00:32:10

Warren Patterson on Climbing Summits - The Matt...

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2023/12/19

Warren Patterson moved across continents, climbed Mt. Kilmanjaro, and now serves as CEO of Summit Hosting. Hear his story. MORE ABOUT WARREN PATTERSON At the age of 13, Warren Patterson's family moved from South Africa to the US in search of greater opportunities. His college years at Clemson got interrupted by his desire to explore and climb Mt Kilimanjaro. His dream of working with animals brought him cross country to CA where he quickly discovered that life in a veterinary office under the

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00:57:11

Comedy Booker Richard Barrett

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2023/12/11

Richard Barrett has over two decades of experience as the night manager and Entertainment Director for Los Angeles' Comedy & Magic Club, one of the premier comedy clubs in the world. He also serves as the booker for one of southern California's newest comedy clubs, The Stand Up Comedy Club, and produces live shows for major corporations and festivals.

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00:46:33

Joshua Robbins on the Energy Transition

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2023/11/29

Joshua Robbins wrote hand-written letters to woo his wife. After a stint in the Air Force, he worked his way into the energy industry. Now his on the front lines of the transitioning energy industry. Hear his story. More About Joshua Robbins: Joshua Robbins has been consulting oil and gas companies on where to find their next energy deal (from $9,000 to billion-dollar deals) since 2014. He assists family offices in finding new assets that deliver consistent returns in a short time window. Joshua

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00:34:46

Ivy League Comedian Kris Fried

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2023/11/22

Chris Fried applied to the FBI. Now he’s a comedian. This former Conan O'Brien intern leveraged a Harvard degree to earn free drinks at the Comedy Cellar. Hear his story. www.patreon.com/krisfried

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00:51:08

Economist Larry White on Inflation

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2023/11/18

What is inflation? Why do we have it? What's bitcoin? Economist Larry White breaks it down. MORE ABOUT LARRY WHITE Larry White is a banking and money scholar who has taught at NYU and George Mason University. He has authored several books and edited numerous volumes on monetary theory and banking history. He has received the Adam Smith Award and is currently a senior scholar of the Cato Institute Center for Monetary and Financial Alternatives and a co-editor of Econ Journal Watch.

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00:39:09

Pete Karabas on Building Your Career

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2023/11/01

Pete Karabas had a steady career in real estate. But he took a different path. Find out why. More about Pete Karabas:Pete Karabas is a Founding Partner at KEY Investment Partners, where he is responsible for origination, due diligence, and execution of investment opportunities in addition to developing strategic partnerships and fundraising initiatives for the firm. Pete is the Chairman of the Board of Directors of BDSA and sits on the Board of Directors of Front Range Biosciences, two of KEY’s

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01:06:58

Barry Katz - Comedy Mogul

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2023/10/26

Barry Katz shares his insights on comedy's past, present, and future. Hear his story. More About Barry Katz: Barry Katz is an Emmy and Grammy nominated TV-film-record producer, talent manager, and podcast host. Katz is universally known for representing iconic artists like Louie Anderson, Ken Jeong, Andy Dick, Hasan Minhaj, and Mike Epps, giving the first quality stage time in New York City and Boston to future stars like Kevin Hart, Ed Helms, Sarah Silverman, Anthony Clark, Dave Attell,

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00:41:51

Danielle Patterson on Art, Business, and Family

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2023/10/18

Danielle Patterson exemplifies resourcefulness. She parlayed undiagnosed dyslexia and her father's job loss into a lifelong commitment to networking and learning. Balancing her love for family, art, and business, she is at the forefront of the family office industry. Hear her story. MORE ABOUT DANIELLE PATTERSON From an early age, I often heard people say, "Danielle, you have a real talent for saving money." Little did many know, my journey held untold stories. By the time I hit 28,

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00:48:13

James Peyer on Living Longer, Better

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2023/10/12

How can we live longer and healthier? James Payer has dedicated his career to finding out. Hear his story. James Peyer is the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Cambrian Bio. He also holds multiple board and executive roles across Cambrian’s pipeline. He has spent his entire life dedicated to the mission of finding ways of preventing people from getting diseases like cancer and Alzheimer’s instead of waiting for people to get sick. James was previously Founder and Managing Partner at Apollo

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00:46:47

Flea Market Mogul - Chad Wade

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2023/10/04

Chad Wade vowed to never go bankrupt. A stint in the slammer didn't help his job prospects. So he took matters into his own hands. He launched his business at a flea market. Then he built his own own brick and mortar shop. Now he's an entrepreneur, consultant, and YouTuber. Hear his story. More about Chad Wade Chad is the CEO of UNS Wholesale and owns three retail smoke shops in Louisville, Kentucky. Join him as he shares valuable insights and expert advice to help you start and grow a

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00:40:37

Creating Your Own Career - Tiby Erdely

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2023/09/27

Tiby Erdily didn't wait for his dream job to come to him, we went out and found it. This may have meant driving to schools he didn't attend, but he got the job. He was influenced by entrepreneurial parents, Top Gun, Pretty Woman, and San Antonio tacos. Hear his story. MORE ABOUT TIBY ERDILY At KEY Investment Partners, Tiby is responsible for structuring and leading investment opportunities, developing the marketing and client relations initiatives, driving firmwide strategic initiatives,

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01:18:55

Comedy from Tragedy - Rich Williams

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2023/09/21

Rich Williams is a Best Damn Comic. He's dealt with orphanhood, suicide, and bringer shows. He's many things but not a victim. Hear his story.

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00:46:51

Talking Real Estate with Amy Rubenstein

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2023/09/14

Amy Rubenstein is the CEO at Clear Investment Group and Partner at Windy City RE, both real estate investment firms that have owned and sold over a half billion dollars of properties since 2005. She is originally from Chicago and graduated from Brandeis University, Cum Laude. She has been working in real estate for the past 20 years and holds a real estate licenses in the states of California and Illinois. Clear Investment Group invests in large distressed multi-family complexes throughout the

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00:44:39

Start up Coach Jeff Finkle

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2023/09/07

Named one of the “25 Angel Investors in New York You Need to Know” by AlleyWatch in 2014, Jeff has been a venture investor for ten years, an angel investor for eight years. Jeff is CEO of Arcview Ventures, the manager of The Arcview Collective Fund, the first member-managed fund in cannabis. He also serves as Chairman of the Evaluation Committee and Treasurer of the ARC Angel Fund. Jeff has been actively advising startups at Reitler Advisory Group and publishes insights to his blog

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00:28:03

Longevity Investing - Robin Lauber

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2023/08/23

Robin Lauber is a serial angel investor and entrepreneur, having co-founded his family office and private investment firm Infinitas Capital, the real estate company GreySky Properties Holding AG, and two VC funds with Korify Capital and Prediction Capital, among other entrepreneurial endeavours. He looks back on over 10 years of VC and Real Estate investing as well as incubating, building, and scaling numerous ventures. His entrepreneurial journey includes bringing Dunkin’ Donuts to Switzerland,

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00:37:10

Loren DeFalco on Seizures, CBD, & More

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2023/08/17

Loren DeFalco cured himself of epileptic seizures through a regime of CBD and cannabinoids Loren’s Story In 2008, I had a massive seizure at the airport while waiting curbside for my ride home after a business trip. I woke up in an ambulance and had no idea where I was or where I had come from. It was quite scary. I went to a neurologist who ran tests on me. I was told that I had a “seizure disorder” and would need to take anti-seizure drugs or I would not be allowed to drive my car. This was all

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00:42:57

Cookie Entrepreneur - Brendon Mulvihill

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2023/08/08

Brendon Mulvihill is a serial try-er. He's always exploring a new hobby, venture, or taco stand. He created the Quarter Pound Cookie. Hear his story. https://quarterpoundcookies.myshopify.com/

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01:02:25

Climate, Sea Squirts & Science - Dr Patrick Frank

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2023/08/03

Patrick Frank's curiosity motivated his interest in sea squirts and science. After earning a PhD in physical science, Frank became a chemist at Stanford University. Hear his story about analyzing climate models and scrutinizing ideas where others are afraid. MORE ABOUT DR. PATRICK FRANK Patrick Frank is a physical methods experimental chemist. BS, MS, San Francisco State University; PhD, Stanford University; Bergmann Postdoctoral Fellow, The Weizmann Institute of Science, Israel. As scientific

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00:37:25

Boxing Stalking and More with Ed Steinfeld

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2023/07/25

Ed Steinfeld lived in Vegas before mass commercialization. His boxing skills helped launch Oscar De Hoya's career. A scary incident with a stalker changed his life. Now he's a radio and comedy stalwart. Hear his story.

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