Caught By Happy

Matt has a conversation with Kolleen Losch about the years of work, struggle, and determination that went into starting her own personal training business and opening the doors to not one, but two gym locations outside of Atlanta, GA. She also shares a few personal stories that helped shape her motivations around wellness and how she helps others reach their fitness goals.

From her CORE57 bio: Kolleen has been immersed in fitness her whole life. As a competitive gymnast and a collegiate cheerleader, she learned the importance of fitness and nutrition. But she also realized that fitness is really more than that. She believes that one must be have a strong mental, spiritual and physical “core” for true fitness success. It is this holistic focus that truly sets Kolleen apart.

Find them at core57.com, @CORE57 on Instagram or Facebook.

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Music in this episode by Verified Picasso, Konrad OldMoney, and South London HiFi.

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Matt has a conversation with Josh David, the man behind the YouTube channel Fix It Bongbong. Josh describes himself as "just a guy who's trying to go through life without forgetting how to be a kid ... while playing with cars." And that really describes him to a T.
In this episode, we talk about Josh's passions - working with his hands, playing a little music, and learning how to be an entertaining video creator.

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Follow @fixitbongbong and @joshguda on Instagram.

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Aaron Perrino is the man behind Boston-based bands The Sheila Divine and Dear Leader. He checks in with Matt to talk about the kind of kid he was growing up outside of Buffalo, NY, and how he and his band got their big break. The Sheila Divine's debut album, New Parade, just celebrated its 20th anniversary and they commemorated the occasion by re-releasing the album and giving it its first vinyl pressing. This year, The Sheila Divine released a new album, The Beginning of the End is Where We'll Start Again. Aaron talks about what inspired him to write the songs on this record and what the future might hold for his bands and side projects.

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We’re talking with Melissa Barlow, a former caterer and restaurant owner who discovered her true calling helping others find peace and calm within their homes. We dive into what it was like making that entrepreneurial transition from food service and event planning to organization and decluttering. We also talk a little bit about how she uses her Buddhist philosophy and education in psychology to help her clients process the emotions that come with getting rid of “stuff.” 

Learn more about Melissa’s business: www.YourJoyfulSpace.com 

And check out the Your Joyful Space Instagram and Facebook. 

The children’s book Melissa referenced: The Giving Sack

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James Pollack is a CPA, but this episode isn't about crunching numbers. It's about finding the confidence and motivation to start your own business. James began his own Charlotte, NC accounting firm after the tax returns he was doing for his friends turned into referrals, and those referrals turned into lucrative clients. Soon after, the money he was earning from his side-hustle was surpassing his 9-5 corporate job salary. That's when he buckled down and focused solely on building his own business. James chats with Matt about some of the obstacles he faced along the way, and offers advice to those who are thinking about branching out on their own entrepreneurial journey. He also talks about playing in ESPN's World Series of Poker - sharing the table with some big name players and coming close to walking away with the big prize.

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Tony is an accomplished filmmaker and ardent admirer of all things cinema. He's made everything from feature films to shorts, and has worked in video production for the Buffalo Sabres NHL team to Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center in Buffalo, NY. He's also thrown his hat into the acting ring and even enjoyed a 4 season stint on the DIY Network show Garage Gold. In this episode, Tony talks to Matt about the creative process and keeping focus on doing what he loves despite crippling anxiety, hypochondria, and feelings of being a fraud.

View some of Tony's work here
View the Empire State Ride piece discussed here

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Jenine is the author of the award-winning and international bestselling children's book Surprise, I Have 3 Eyes. According to her website, Jenine shares "stories that raise awareness, build compassion, and contribute to awaking higher consciousness." Matt went to college with Jenine and lived in the same residence hall with her for 2 fun years. Jenine shares what she's been up to since her college days in Upstate New York and her ensuing journey of moving to Southern California and becoming an author. She also provides a sneak peak into the topics of her upcoming books. 

Music in this episode by Verified Picasso and MK2

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Learn more about Jenine and purchase a signed copy of her book at jeninelori.com or find it on Amazon.

Veterans Day episode: Matt talks to his uncle Clint Harrington about why he chose to enlist in the Marine Corps at a time when many young men were being drafted to fight in the conflict in Vietnam. He opens up about his service in the Marine Corps, from boot camp on Paris Island to being stationed in Chu Lai, Vietnam in 1969-70. They also chat a little bit about some of their family history as Matt tries to learn a little more about the relatives he either never met or never got the chance to know. 

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The Butners have a candid conversation with Matt about their journey to becoming parents - and damn fantastic parents at that. From personal stories of miscarriage and fertility treatments to the highs-and-lows of the adoption process, their story is one that will provide guidance to those going through the often difficult and emotionally draining process of starting a family. Never ones to shy away from humor, Matt and Felicia tell their story with a lot of laughter, but serious issues in the world of adoption - especially of babies of Marshallese descent - need to be brought to light so potential parents have a well-rounded understanding of the birth family’s situation. 

Music in this episode by Verified Picasso and MK2

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and who better to make you aware than someone who has kicked breast cancer’s ass? Tara Daudani was your average suburban mom, working a few freelance jobs and raising her young daughters. One night she felt something a little weird and immediately took action to find out what it was, get a diagnosis, and start treatment for eradicating it. She visits CBHpod to talk about her journey over the past year and a half - the uncertainty, the fight, and now survivorship. But she’s not just riding off into the sunset as a cancer-free woman. She’s working to ensure all women (and men) have the confidence to speak up when they feel something isn’t quite right with their body. And she’s making sure breast cancer patients have much needed resources available to them as they start their own journeys through chemo, radiation, surgery, and recovery. 

Visit the Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation’s website

Music in this episode by Verified Picasso and MK2

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