Backstage w/ Matt Stone

After a surprise hospital stay and surgery, Matt reflects on what truly strengthens us when life breaks us open. From the compassion of nurses to the wisdom of friends across continents, he shares how genuine human connection — the kindness, presence, and love of others — transforms pain into perspective and resilience into something greater: becoming shatterproof together.

A quick note to let everyone know why Matt will not be recording new episodes this week.

Matt shares how reconnecting with his “joy center” is reshaping his business — and his mindset. From building The Building Business Relationships Show to helping CEOs tell authentic, story-driven messages on camera, this episode is a reminder that sustainable success doesn’t come from grinding harder. It comes from aligning what you love with what the world needs.

After meeting a man who spent 32 years in prison for a crime he didn’t commit, Matt reflects on what it means to stay hopeful, grateful, and deeply human in the face of injustice. This episode is a moving reminder that meaningful work isn’t just about success — it’s about connection, courage, and the kind of love that can’t be confined.

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Fresh off his Denver retreat, Matt reflects on the full spectrum of emotion — how the ability to feel deeply, even grief or frustration, is actually a sign of being fully alive and aligned. This episode is a reminder that our emotions aren’t problems to fix — they’re signals pointing us toward growth, meaning, and connection.

Fresh from Denver and the Unscripted retreat, Matt shares the magic of stepping out of your head and into your heart. From flubbed lines to fearless connection, he reflects on how imperfect moments and supportive people can unlock your best work. Real, raw, and full of heart.

More info on Unscripted 2025: https://www.meridithgrundei.com/unscripted-retreat-denver-colorado

From a hotel room in Denver, Matt reflects on the real meaning of “one day at a time.” It’s not just a saying — it’s a survival skill. When life feels uncertain or overwhelming, focusing on what you can do today brings relief, hope, and a sense of progress that’s both grounding and freeing.

Matt’s racing to the airport but pauses long enough to share how a random café encounter turned into a long love story — and a reminder that magic only happens when you’re open to it. From Denmark’s drizzle to life’s surprises, this one’s your midweek nudge to keep your heart (and schedule) a little open.

Between jackhammers, scaffolding, and a foggy brain, Matt still finds a way to move forward — and celebrate publishing his first pre-launch episode of The Building Business Relationships Show. This one’s a reminder that even when life sounds like a construction site, every step (and every rep) still moves you closer to where you’re going.

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Matt’s pulling back the curtain on a wild year — the kind where your business burns down, your plans fall apart, and somehow, it still might be the best thing that ever happened. From government gigs to creative grit, he’s rebuilding, reimagining, and finding humor (and hope) in the ashes. Because if you can’t laugh while molting, what’s the point?