The Matt Balaker Podcast
1) Lou Perez talks Charlie Kirk, Scott Thompson, and Macros.
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...Show More
2) Maui Hospitality with Mike Russell
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 Mau...Show More
3) Turning LOL into ROI with Aidan Brannigan
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...Show More
4) Farm Strength with Cody Claflin
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 e...Show More
5) Marketing for Comedians with David Uribe
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...Show More
6) Jim Carroll on Volatility and Resiliency in Business
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 through...Show More
7) Monetizing Social Media with Ryan Davis
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 m...Show More
8) Navigating the AI Landscape with Toly Kvitnitsky
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 st...Show More
9) Standup, Japan, and Montana with Patrick Keane
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 sp...Show More
10) AI, Programming, and Podcasting with Michelle Harper (audio only)
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 s...Show More