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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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00:34:43

Makeup Artistry with Dawn Maloney

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2025/11/07

In this episode of the Matt Balaker Podcast, makeup artist and author Dawn Maloney shares her journey from young entrepreneur to beauty industry leader. She reflects on early lessons in sales and talk shows, the importance of education, and her distinctive approach to artistry. Dawn discusses the evolution of makeup in the high-definition era, offers insights on skincare and authenticity, and highlights her latest projects empowering others through beauty and

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00:44:35

Lou Perez talks Charlie Kirk, Scott Thompson, and...

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2025/10/15

Comedian and author Lou Perez joins the show to talk comedy, politics, and personal freedom. He shares stories from his tour with Scott Thompson, reactions to Charlie Kirk’s death. Plus offers his own insights on health and education. Lou reflects on navigating relationships in a polarized world and why taking ownership of your choices matters most.https://www.thelouperez.com/https://x.com/thelouperezlinks to source data for charts in show:

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00:47:20

Maui Hospitality with Mike Russell

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2025/09/12

Howzit Hostels Founder Michael Russell grew up in Carlsbad, California, and built a new life in Hawaii. He shares memories from his first job, lessons on education, and the challenges of living in Maui. Michael talks about the impact of tourism, surviving the devastating Maui fires, and how the experience shaped his outlook. He also details his leap into the hostel business.https://www.howzithostels.com/

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00:33:58

Turning LOL into ROI with Aidan Brannigan

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2025/08/11

Aidan Brannigan went from eating Spam with Joey Chestnut to founding No Boring Brands, a creative humor agency. He talks losing big in crypto, the role of humor in marketing, and why great ideas still outlast algorithms.

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00:34:37

Farm Strength with Cody Claflin

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2025/07/23

How much protein should you consume? How has the ag industry shifted? Bench press champ and businessman Cody Claflin shares his journey from growing up in a farming family in Missouri to becoming an entrepreneur in agriculture and beyond. He discusses the generational shifts in farming practices, the challenges and lessons learned from hemp farming, and his transition into affordable housing and smoke shops. Hear his takes on importance of work ethic, nutrition, and providing quality housing.

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00:37:26

Marketing for Comedians with David Uribe

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2025/06/12

David Uribe grew up in Miami and built a career helping comedians stand out. As the founder of Uribe Creative, he blends marketing know-how with a deep love of comedy. Hear how he's shaping the future of comedy branding on the Matt Balaker Podcast.www.uribecreative.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/daviduribe/

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00:42:10

Jim Carroll on Volatility and Resiliency in Business

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2025/05/29

Jim Carroll has lived in many places and done cool things. Jim reflects on his experiences at Harvard Business School, the challenges of starting in investment banking, and the lessons learned throughout his career. He emphasizes the importance of understanding volatility and resiliency.MORE ABOUT JIMJim Carroll is a Senior Wealth Advisor & Portfolio Manager at Ballast Rock Private Wealth, an SEC-registered investment advisor providing personalized private wealth management solutions,

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00:37:48

Monetizing Social Media with Ryan Davis

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2025/05/15

Ryan Davis knows a good crab cake and the inner workings of the NY theater scene. Now he is the CEO of People First, the biggest influencer firm focused on social impact. He knows how to turn social media into a career path. Hear his story.Connect with him on X and Instagram at @RyanNewYorkwww.peoplefirst.cc

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00:39:25

Navigating the AI Landscape with Toly Kvitnitsky

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2025/05/01

Toly Kvitnitsky emigrated from Ukraine as a child and landed in New Jersey. Since then he's worked as a caddy, tennis instructor, and now serves as the CEO and founder of AI or Not, an AI detection startup. It not easy, but he's having fun. Hear him discuss the importance of authenticity in a world increasingly influenced by AI.

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00:41:12

Standup, Japan, and Montana with Patrick Keane

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2025/04/16

Patrick Keane has traveled the world for the past 24 years performing stand-up comedy and has appeared on the Late Late Show, Live At Gotham, Comics Unleashed and Jimmy Kimmel Live. He has a comedy special on the Dry Bar comedy network and his work can be seen in his book The Patrick Keane Collection. Hear his take on comedy's past and future.

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00:31:58

AI, Programming, and Podcasting with Michelle Harper...

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2025/04/02

Michelle Harper grew up in Kansas, where she developed a love for basketball and math. Now she lives in Laguna Beach but never lost her heartland roots. Computer programming launched her career. Now she has a unique take on the future of the programming industry and how we can parent in the world of AI.Follow 'The BeEngaged Podcast' on YouTube & Insta ‪@BeEngagedNow‬

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00:31:58

AI, Programming, and Podcasting with Michelle Harper

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2025/04/02

Michelle Harper grew up in Kansas, where she developed a love for basketball and math. Now she lives in Laguna Beach but never lost her heartland roots. Computer programming launched her career. Now she has a unique take on the future of the programming industry and how we can parent in the world of AI.Follow 'The BeEngaged Podcast' on YouTube & Insta @BeEngagedNow

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00:47:40

Starting an E Comm Business with Neil Twa

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2025/03/20

Neil Twa is the CEO of Voltage Digital. Neil has been building online businesses since 2007 after leaving his corporate career with IBM. Through Voltage Digital, Neil launches, operates, and acquires e-commerce brands with a focus on the Amazon FBA channel.You can claim a free of Neil's book by going to this link https://www.voltagedm.com/freebook and enter the discount code BALAKER.linkedin.com/in/neiltwa

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00:52:04

Jo Ann Skousen: Teaching in prisons and universities

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2025/03/07

Jo Ann Skousen is the founding director of the Anthem Libertarian Film Festival, the world’s only film festival dedicated to supporting filmmakers who create short and full length documentaries and narrative films with libertarian themes. Jo Ann completed her graduate degree in English Literature and began teaching at Rollins College. She taught English writing and literature at Mercy College and served as a co-director of the Learning Center. She also taught in Mercy’s degree-seeking program for

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00:37:51

Pablo Serrato on Ross Ulbricht and Liberty

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2025/02/14

Pablo Serrato leads data intelligence and AI strategy for Iron Light, specializing in sentiment modeling, audience segmentation, and AWS infrastructure. His work spans cybersecurity, product management, and user experience design at the intersection of technology and analytics.

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00:39:43

Newth Morris on Laguna Beach School Board Drama

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2025/01/11

A note from the guest, "“It is not 100% clear that there is a brown act violation and I retract that statement." Newth Morris is a Managing Director at Ankona Capital in Laguna Beach, California. Newth was a co-founder of Telogis, which was sold to Verizon. He completed the Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Colorado School of Mines.

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00:44:14

Going Nuclear with Kevin Hickerson

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2024/12/06

Dr. Kevin Peter Hickerson is a California Institute of Technology-trained nuclear physicist. He holds a dozen patents in 3D printing, robotics, tablet computing, machine learning, optics, and solar energy. He is also the host of the science and comedy podcast Surely You're Joking.https://www.kevinhickerson.com/https://x.com/kphickerson

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00:50:23

Real Estate, Election, and News with Jon Tomashefsky

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2024/11/22

Jon Tomashefsky (AKA Jon Shefsky) is a comedian turned realtor in Southern California. He hosts the podcast “FANTASY HOUSE with Jon Shefsky.” Listen to his discussion on how elections impact real estate and why do people watch the news.

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00:42:36

Zander Abrams on Minnesota Timberwolves Trade

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2024/11/22

Zander Abrams is the Founder of the Cannabis Policy Forum where he analyzes cannabis politics, policy and regulation. None of that matters in this episode. Zander is a wealth of Minnesota Timberwolves knowledge. Listen to his dissect the recent Wolves Knicks trade.Trade details: Knicks receive: Karl-Anthony Towns (via Timberwolves) Draft rights to James Nnaji (via Hornets) Timberwolves receive: Julius Randle (via Knicks) Donte DiVincenzo (via Knicks) Keita Bates-Diop (via Knicks) Future

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00:40:07

Adam Wasserman on Starting Comedy Clubs

The Matt Balaker Podcast ·

2024/09/16

Adam Wasserman is a standup comedian and owner of the Grand Comedy Club in Escondido, CA.Get more details on the club by clicking the link below: https://www.grandcomedyclub.com/

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