The Matt Balaker Podcast

Andrew Scott Easton could have worked in Hollywood. Instead, he ditched the film biz for the blockchain. He discusses his path into the industry and the rapidly evolving role of digital assets in the global economy.

Tired of corporate news that only reinforces bias? Kira Shihskin did something about it. This entrepreneurial immigrant is changing the way we consume news and giving people more time back.

Ariel Imas shares his story from Brooklyn to Wall Street, the lessons he learned in investment banking, and the vision behind Diesis Holdings. He also offers practical insights on reading financial statements, valuing companies, and how artificial intelligence is reshaping the future of investing and business. Perfect for the finance geek in us all.  / aimas  https://www.diesisinc.com/

Greg Giraldo, Jr. grew up with comedy. His parents met at a comedy club. His dad was one of the most beloved comedians of his era. Now he's creating his own name in the business. Check out this episode conducted by one of the authors of Greg Giraldo: A Comedian's Story.   / greggiraldojr   https://www.tiktok.com/@greggiraldojr...   / greg-giraldo-jr  

Greg Giraldo, Jr. grew up with comedy. His parents met at a comedy club. His dad was one of the most beloved comedians of his era. Now he's creating his own name in the business. Check out this episode conducted by one of the authors of Greg Giraldo: A Comedian's Story.  / greggiraldojr  https://www.tiktok.com/@greggiraldojr...  / greg-giraldo-jr  

Gratitude helped this mom create a successful business. Jan Dalton was a busy working mom and now she's busier as the co-founder of eBars. Get her insights on the importance of perseverance, faith, and resilience.

https://www.ebars.com/

Justin Harrison discusses You, Only Virtual, a platform that creates virtual versions of loved ones who have passed away. He explains how the technology helps people process grief, maintain connections, and cope with loss in new ways.https://www.myyov.com/

Brian Samson leveraged his role at Fuddruckers to join tech bros in the Bay Area. That wasn't his scene, so he moved to the islands, started a family, and a business, Plugg Technologies, and learned some wisdom along the way. Tune in to get his insights at no charge to you.

Jim Hope shares his story from a challenging childhood to a successful career in comedy, television writing, and academia. Discover his insights on overcoming adversity, the importance of kindness, and his optimistic outlook on the future of humanity amidst technological advances.

Matt Washington talks about growing up in Washington and building a life in Laguna Beach. He reflects on early jobs, the impact of having family members with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, and how martial arts—especially Jiu Jitsu —shaped his discipline and mindset. Matt also breaks down his work as a land man, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the business of buying and selling rural land, the challenges of the industry, and what fuels his ambitions moving forward.