RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af -- Rendered At Fri, 17 Apr 2026 03:16:45 +0000 Kind of a Lot with Matt Ruby https://redcircle.com/shows/kindofalot en-US All rights reserved. A comedian and writer from NYC telling you how he sees the world. Stereoactive Media Join comedian and author Matt Ruby for smartfunny™️ deep dives on technology, art, pop culture, spirituality, mindfulness, and more. Matt offers up unique comedic perspectives based on his life as a creator, joke-teller, world traveller, and seeker. Learn more at mattrubycomedy.com ( http://mattrubycomedy.com/ ). Produced by Stereoactive Media ( https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/ ) 534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af Join comedian and author Matt Ruby for smartfunny™️ deep dives on technology, art, pop culture, spirituality, mindfulness, and more. Matt offers up unique comedic perspectives based on his life as a creator, joke-teller, world traveller, and seeker. Learn more at mattrubycomedy.com.

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]]> episodic no Stereoactive Media stereoactivemedia@gmail.com yes full Men Need to Stop Complaining [MICROSODE] Men Need to Stop Complaining [MICROSODE] Stereoactive Media Comedian Matt Ruby delivers an exactly 150 word mini-essay on how men need to stop blaming others and just man up, already. No more complaining!

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]]> <p>Comedian Matt Ruby delivers an exactly 150 word mini-essay on how men need to stop blaming others and just man up, already. No more complaining!</p><p>===</p><p>- Written and presented by Matt Ruby</p><p>- Produced and edited by Jeremiah Lee McVay for Stereoactive Media</p><p><br></p><p>https://www.mattrubycomedy.com/</p><p>https://stereoactivemedia.com/</p> b7fb63e5-f508-438d-afbc-a1ef7c9c806e https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/3122b05f-2239-4af1-928d-af31e8f73698 Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:32:07 +0000 65 no full We're Never Bored Anymore [MICROSODE] We're Never Bored Anymore [MICROSODE] Stereoactive Media Comedian Matt Ruby delivers an exactly 150 word mini-essay on how we've replaced all boredom in our lives with endless smartphone-fueled scrolling and slop has left us collectively more anxious, depressed, and lonely.

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]]> <p>Comedian Matt Ruby delivers an exactly 150 word mini-essay on how we&#39;ve replaced all boredom in our lives with endless smartphone-fueled scrolling and slop has left us collectively more anxious, depressed, and lonely.</p><p>Watch on <a href="https://youtube.com/shorts/IYF4RXEUDxc" rel="nofollow">YouTube</a> or <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DSYgsNQEc4q/?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA%3D%3D&utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p><p>===</p><p>- Written and presented by Matt Ruby</p><p>- Produced and edited by Jeremiah Lee McVay for Stereoactive Media</p><p><a href="https://www.mattrubycomedy.com/" rel="nofollow">https://www.mattrubycomedy.com/</a></p><p><a href="https://stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">https://stereoactivemedia.com/</a></p> fd45c496-65c1-4814-9cf0-eb914efbc1fe https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/5bf2b7d6-d10a-499c-9b94-d053a4d7f952 Thu, 18 Dec 2025 15:41:32 +0000 62 no full We Live in Different Timelines [MICROSODE] We Live in Different Timelines [MICROSODE] Stereoactive Media Comedian Matt Ruby delivers an exactly 150 word mini-essay on how we're all living in different timelines of opinions and bias that affect our ability to recognize truth and facts and also keep us from understanding each others' perspectives on the world.

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]]> <p>Comedian Matt Ruby delivers an exactly 150 word mini-essay on how we&#39;re all living in different timelines of opinions and bias that affect our ability to recognize truth and facts and also keep us from understanding each others&#39; perspectives on the world.</p><p>===</p><p>- Written and presented by Matt Ruby</p><p>- Produced and edited by Jeremiah Lee McVay for Stereoactive Meida</p><p><br></p><p>https://www.mattrubycomedy.com/</p><p>https://stereoactivemedia.com</p> 3e707a00-a27f-4817-9874-ec5dca219a6a https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/c1b6cd90-efda-4a83-8c3a-b255788c6d2d Wed, 03 Dec 2025 17:39:29 +0000 56 no full Ep 39 // The boy who cried "Wow!" Ep 39 // The boy who cried "Wow!" 2 3 Stereoactive Media >>> Watch this episode on YouTube.

Matt Ruby delves into the enchanting story of Ronan Mattin, a young boy whose spontaneous expression of joy—an exuberant “Wow!”—at a symphonic performance ignites a deeper conversation about authenticity and expression. This particular incident occurred in 2019 at Boston's Symphony Hall during a piece by Mozart, and it serves as a perfect backdrop to explore how the pure, unfiltered reactions of children can reveal profound truths often overlooked by adults. Similar to the story, 'The Emperor's New Clothes,' where the boldness of an innocent voice cuts through societal pretense, Ronan’s gleeful outburst created a ripple of laughter and applause, underscoring not just the enjoyment of music but also the rarity of such raw expressions of delight in formal environments. Ultimately, Matt challenges listeners to actively seek out their own “wows,” asking them to identify moments of beauty that break through the mundane. In drawing attention to society’s tendencies to hush candid expressions, perhaps we can illuminate the extraordinary aspects of our shared human experience.

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https://www.mattrubycomedy.com/

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]]> <p>&gt;&gt;&gt; Watch this episode on <a href="https://youtu.be/DYoGGbaEPDY" rel="nofollow">YouTube</a>. </p><p>Matt Ruby delves into the enchanting story of Ronan Mattin, a young boy whose spontaneous expression of joy—an exuberant “Wow!”—at a symphonic performance ignites a deeper conversation about authenticity and expression. This particular incident occurred in 2019 at Boston&#39;s Symphony Hall during a piece by Mozart, and it serves as a perfect backdrop to explore how the pure, unfiltered reactions of children can reveal profound truths often overlooked by adults. Similar to the story, &#39;The Emperor&#39;s New Clothes,&#39; where the boldness of an innocent voice cuts through societal pretense, Ronan’s gleeful outburst created a ripple of laughter and applause, underscoring not just the enjoyment of music but also the rarity of such raw expressions of delight in formal environments. Ultimately, Matt challenges listeners to actively seek out their own “wows,” asking them to identify moments of beauty that break through the mundane. In drawing attention to society’s tendencies to hush candid expressions, perhaps we can illuminate the extraordinary aspects of our shared human experience.</p><p>===</p><p>- Written and presented by Matt Ruby</p><p>- Produced and edited by Jeremiah Lee McVay</p><p>===</p><p>https://www.mattrubycomedy.com/</p><p>https://stereoactivemedia.com</p> 67f05cbc-a511-4dd6-8002-475954cfd9ed https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/ef5630f5-036d-4ba4-a339-425fc49304f1 Fri, 14 Mar 2025 02:27:44 +0000 592 no full Ep 38 // The one thing everyone on social media agrees on? Hating the New York Times. Ep 38 // The one thing everyone on social media agrees on? Hating the New York Times. 1 3 Stereoactive Media >>> Watch this episode on YouTube.

Matt Ruby dives into the ever-controversial world of media bias, particularly focusing on the New York Times and its critics from both the left and the right. This widespread disdain raises a crucial question: is the Times doing its job effectively if it is equally reviled by both sides?

Matt tackles the notion that the New York Times, despite its critics, when both sides of the political spectrum find common ground in their disdain, it could signal that the publication is operating in a realm that prioritizes journalism over partisan narratives. This leads to a broader commentary on what constitutes real journalism today—an essential endeavor that goes beyond opinions and relies on reporting that uncovers truths, investigates corruption, conducts tough interviews, and holds power accountable, all important traditional journalism practices that involve rigorous fact-checking and the ethical considerations of protecting sources, especially in an era where misinformation runs rampant.

He addresses the shortcomings and challenges faced by the mainstream media, including the decline of local reporting due to technological shifts, resulting in a significant disconnect between journalists and the communities they serve and leading to increased suspicion and a tendency to label media representatives as "elites" rather than as essential watchdogs. He further argues that without accessible local news, the public's perception of journalism can shift dangerously towards antipathy and distrust. He also delves into the existing climate in journalism where the distinction between opinion and factual reporting is becoming increasingly blurred. The inundation of opinions has led to a dilution of trust in the media, as audiences find it challenging to differentiate between thorough reporting and personal takes. We also explore the consequences of the conventional media's missteps, citing high-profile examples like the WMDs in Iraq and the Rolling Stone UVA assault story to illustrate the fallout and accountability mechanisms that come with traditional journalism.

In reflecting on the state of the New York Times, Matt raises concerns about the sustainability of real journalism in a landscape where many reputable outlets are closed, closing, or in decline. He makes a case for the necessity of supporting institutions like the Times while also remaining aware of their shortcomings, ultimately advocating for a journalistic landscape where the pursuit of truth takes precedence over partisan alignment and urging audiences to consider the role of fair-minded journalism in preserving democratic discourse.

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- Written and presented by Matt Ruby

- Produced and edited by Jeremiah Lee McVay

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https://www.mattrubycomedy.com/

https://stereoactivemedia.com

]]> <p>&gt;&gt;&gt; Watch this episode on <a href="https://youtu.be/_XTAPBp67IE" rel="nofollow">YouTube</a>.</p><p>Matt Ruby dives into the ever-controversial world of media bias, particularly focusing on the New York Times and its critics from both the left and the right. This widespread disdain raises a crucial question: is the Times doing its job effectively if it is equally reviled by both sides?</p><p>Matt tackles the notion that the New York Times, despite its critics, when both sides of the political spectrum find common ground in their disdain, it could signal that the publication is operating in a realm that prioritizes journalism over partisan narratives. This leads to a broader commentary on what constitutes real journalism today—an essential endeavor that goes beyond opinions and relies on reporting that uncovers truths, investigates corruption, conducts tough interviews, and holds power accountable, all important traditional journalism practices that involve rigorous fact-checking and the ethical considerations of protecting sources, especially in an era where misinformation runs rampant.</p><p>He addresses the shortcomings and challenges faced by the mainstream media, including the decline of local reporting due to technological shifts, resulting in a significant disconnect between journalists and the communities they serve and leading to increased suspicion and a tendency to label media representatives as &#34;elites&#34; rather than as essential watchdogs. He further argues that without accessible local news, the public&#39;s perception of journalism can shift dangerously towards antipathy and distrust. He also delves into the existing climate in journalism where the distinction between opinion and factual reporting is becoming increasingly blurred. The inundation of opinions has led to a dilution of trust in the media, as audiences find it challenging to differentiate between thorough reporting and personal takes. We also explore the consequences of the conventional media&#39;s missteps, citing high-profile examples like the WMDs in Iraq and the Rolling Stone UVA assault story to illustrate the fallout and accountability mechanisms that come with traditional journalism.</p><p>In reflecting on the state of the New York Times, Matt raises concerns about the sustainability of real journalism in a landscape where many reputable outlets are closed, closing, or in decline. He makes a case for the necessity of supporting institutions like the Times while also remaining aware of their shortcomings, ultimately advocating for a journalistic landscape where the pursuit of truth takes precedence over partisan alignment and urging audiences to consider the role of fair-minded journalism in preserving democratic discourse.</p><p>===</p><p>- Written and presented by Matt Ruby</p><p>- Produced and edited by Jeremiah Lee McVay</p><p>===</p><p>https://www.mattrubycomedy.com/</p><p>https://stereoactivemedia.com</p> e5fdd3cc-64a6-4c5e-b2df-2651b574dc6a https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/214dd962-03ef-4859-8001-55fca1f8d979 Fri, 14 Feb 2025 04:00:00 +0000 708 no full Ep 37 // Things are getting 'weird' in the 2024 election. Ep 37 // Things are getting 'weird' in the 2024 election. 5 2 Stereoactive Media Matt explores the concept of 'weird' in the 2024 presidential election cycle, noting the Democratic Party's rhetorical shift from taking the higher ground to embracing something at least a little bit like rage. He discusses the GOP's cultural vibe and contrasts it with how the left is perceived and delves into political dynamics, such as the power play behind using terms like 'weird' and 'bully' in discourse. The conversation then examines the blurring of 'mainstream' and 'weird' in a fragmented society and touches on the relationship of all of this to minority rule, righteousness, and the perception of truth in politics. Matt and Producer J also reflect on how the confrontation of differing realities in an online-driven world, prompting thoughts on healthy societal awareness and the challenge of acknowledging diverse perspectives. //// This podcast is produced by Stereoactive Media.

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]]> <p>Matt explores the concept of &#39;weird&#39; in the 2024 presidential election cycle, noting the Democratic Party&#39;s rhetorical shift from taking the higher ground to embracing something at least a little bit like rage. He discusses the GOP&#39;s cultural vibe and contrasts it with how the left is perceived and delves into political dynamics, such as the power play behind using terms like &#39;weird&#39; and &#39;bully&#39; in discourse. The conversation then examines the blurring of &#39;mainstream&#39; and &#39;weird&#39; in a fragmented society and touches on the relationship of all of this to minority rule, righteousness, and the perception of truth in politics. Matt and Producer J also reflect on how the confrontation of differing realities in an online-driven world, prompting thoughts on healthy societal awareness and the challenge of acknowledging diverse perspectives. //// This podcast is produced by Stereoactive Media.</p><p>===</p><p>https://www.mattrubycomedy.com/</p><p>https://stereoactivemedia.com</p> dfe62db2-36ae-4f18-9ff2-e22a3f14624b https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/ffa9fd2d-261c-4a1e-ba90-09ff70d3029a Fri, 09 Aug 2024 19:00:00 +0000 1240 no full Ep 36 // Why I wish the Left spoke more like standup comedians... Ep 36 // Why I wish the Left spoke more like standup comedians... 4 2 Stereoactive Media Matt explores the prevalence of repetitive and trite discourse among some on the left and what they may be able to learn from standup comedians about getting their points across more effectively. He emphasizes the importance of offering original, engaging, and introspective viewpoints while simultaneously avoiding tired tropes that may alienate an audience.

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]]> <p>Matt explores the prevalence of repetitive and trite discourse among some on the left and what they may be able to learn from standup comedians about getting their points across more effectively. He emphasizes the importance of offering original, engaging, and introspective viewpoints while simultaneously avoiding tired tropes that may alienate an audience.</p><p>This podcast is produced by Stereoactive Media.</p><p>===</p><p>https://www.mattrubycomedy.com/</p><p>https://stereoactivemedia.com</p> 0fbdf8a7-960e-47f1-bd25-c0e2ce2da220 https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/26f9b5f5-a07e-42ba-a408-dbcb00ea768b Thu, 11 Jul 2024 17:43:08 +0000 991 no full Ep 35 // What I've learned from plants... Ep 35 // What I've learned from plants... 3 2 Stereoactive Media Matt embarks on a reflective journey, delving into the profound teachings he's encountered while exploring the world of plant intelligence through, among other things, his experiences with ayahuasca. Discover the valuable lessons in humility, community, and resilience that plants offer, serving as poignant reminders of interconnectedness and sustainability. Embrace the wisdom of plants to cultivate a harmonious coexistence with the natural world and strive for balance and acceptance in life.

This podcast is produced by Stereoactive Media.

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]]> <p>Matt embarks on a reflective journey, delving into the profound teachings he&#39;s encountered while exploring the world of plant intelligence through, among other things, his experiences with ayahuasca. Discover the valuable lessons in humility, community, and resilience that plants offer, serving as poignant reminders of interconnectedness and sustainability. Embrace the wisdom of plants to cultivate a harmonious coexistence with the natural world and strive for balance and acceptance in life.</p><p>This podcast is produced by Stereoactive Media.</p><p>===</p><p>https://www.mattrubycomedy.com/</p><p>https://stereoactivemedia.com</p><p>===</p><p>Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/w7YZA6kX-j4</p> d8ed9445-a09e-472d-b89f-91dae3404156 https://youtu.be/w7YZA6kX-j4 Tue, 18 Jun 2024 08:00:00 +0000 578 no full Ep 34 // The uncomfortable yet productive kind of pain... Ep 34 // The uncomfortable yet productive kind of pain... 2 2 Stereoactive Media Matt delves into the concept of embracing discomfort as a means of growth and transcendence, suggesting personal experiences where initial discomfort can lead to valuable outcomes. He explores how modern society tends to avoid discomfort, often inflating minor inconveniences into significant issues, as well as the importance of distinguishing between productive suffering that fosters growth and the kind that leads to trauma. During the Pushback/Feedback segment, Matt and Producer J discuss generational differences in processing experiences and learning from supposed hardships along with the impact of technology. The discussion also touches on the role of technology in connecting people and bringing awareness to shared experiences and perspectives.

This podcast is produced by Stereoactive Media.

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]]> <p>Matt delves into the concept of embracing discomfort as a means of growth and transcendence, suggesting personal experiences where initial discomfort can lead to valuable outcomes. He explores how modern society tends to avoid discomfort, often inflating minor inconveniences into significant issues, as well as the importance of distinguishing between productive suffering that fosters growth and the kind that leads to trauma. During the Pushback/Feedback segment, Matt and Producer J discuss generational differences in processing experiences and learning from supposed hardships along with the impact of technology. The discussion also touches on the role of technology in connecting people and bringing awareness to shared experiences and perspectives.</p><p>This podcast is produced by Stereoactive Media.</p><p>===</p><p>https://www.mattrubycomedy.com/</p><p>https://stereoactivemedia.com</p> c924dd17-350c-4875-b174-381de18afbd9 https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/472e9990-8c12-46c4-9068-3e7e57bee8a9 Tue, 23 Apr 2024 08:00:00 +0000 957 no full Ep 33 // Biden vs. Trump Again: So this is what it feels like to be a vegan at a BBQ joint. Ep 33 // Biden vs. Trump Again: So this is what it feels like to be a vegan at a BBQ joint. 1 2 Stereoactive Media Matt shares his views on the upcoming presidential election rematch between Joe Biden and Donald Trump. Maybe, just maybe, it's reality and not the media that makes everyone think Biden is old. And maybe, just maybe, the thought of another Trump presidency, along with the constant shenanigans and scandals we managed to live through last time, is enough to stress us all out all over again.


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]]> <p>Matt shares his views on the upcoming presidential election rematch between Joe Biden and Donald Trump. Maybe, just maybe, it&#39;s reality and not the media that makes everyone think Biden is old. And maybe, just maybe, the thought of another Trump presidency, along with the constant shenanigans and scandals we managed to live through last time, is enough to stress us all out all over again.</p><p><br></p><p>This podcast is produced by Stereoactive Media.</p><p>===</p><p>https://www.mattrubycomedy.com/</p><p>https://stereoactivemedia.com</p> ededec92-d793-461d-87df-f49b765ae8d1 https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/d7d2d795-578b-4767-be50-1a1af2c5521f Tue, 02 Apr 2024 08:00:00 +0000 901 no full Ep 32 // How to criticize Israel without sounding like a moron (or an anti-semite) Ep 32 // How to criticize Israel without sounding like a moron (or an anti-semite) 32 1 Stereoactive Media A lot of the conversation around the Israel/Palestine conflict goes off the rails when people start confuse the people for the government or anti-semitism for anti-zionism. So with that in mind, Matt offers some tips to keep in mind if you want to mindfully criticize Israel without coming off as either uninformed or potentially bigoted.

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]]> <p>A lot of the conversation around the Israel/Palestine conflict goes off the rails when people start confuse the people for the government or anti-semitism for anti-zionism. So with that in mind, Matt offers some tips to keep in mind if you want to mindfully criticize Israel without coming off as either uninformed or potentially bigoted.</p><p>Produced by <a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p> 680c5b7f-fbaf-4d12-ac1e-fea12a5044cc https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/2a578177-ea58-4676-8000-e488d48f7cd5 Sun, 19 Nov 2023 20:03:10 +0000 3602 yes full Ep 31 // The Truth About What Your Jewish Friends May Be Thinking... Ep 31 // The Truth About What Your Jewish Friends May Be Thinking... 31 1 Stereoactive Media Matt's father was an Israeli who grew up in Palestine back before the state of Israel even existed. He was also reluctantly a tank commander in the Israeli army because he had to serve. Now, Matt brings the perspective of his father, along with his own as he tries to explain how many Jewish people may be feeling in the wake of events in Israel and Gaza this month, which have added yet another chapter to the long cycle of violence in which brutality is disproportionately countered with further brutality.

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]]> <p>Matt&#39;s father was an Israeli who grew up in Palestine back before the state of Israel even existed. He was also reluctantly a tank commander in the Israeli army because he had to serve. Now, Matt brings the perspective of his father, along with his own as he tries to explain how many Jewish people may be feeling in the wake of events in Israel and Gaza this month, which have added yet another chapter to the long cycle of violence in which brutality is disproportionately countered with further brutality.</p><p>Produced by <a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p> 3351ee9b-4f5c-4ec3-8a34-d59c79b1862d https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/8fcb963e-e0de-45af-98da-6b4977b7d039 Wed, 25 Oct 2023 16:24:19 +0000 1558 no full Ep 30 // U2 at Sphere is the Nightmare Future of Music Ep 30 // U2 at Sphere is the Nightmare Future of Music 30 1 Stereoactive Media Have you ever gone to a rock (or pop) show and wondered why people pull out their phones to record it instead of just experiencing it? Well, now there's a place seemingly built just for those people. U2, once a band that explicitly criticized big commercialized theatrics (admittedly while exploiting big commercialized theatrics), recently played at the latestLas Vegas mecca of opulence. And if you were online as it was happening, you could have easily seen footage from it from many of the people in attendance. So, what does this new way of "elevating" live music mean for the future of music, live shows, and the communal experience?

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]]> <p>Have you ever gone to a rock (or pop) show and wondered why people pull out their phones to record it instead of just experiencing it? Well, now there&#39;s a place seemingly built just for those people. U2, once a band that explicitly criticized big commercialized theatrics (admittedly while exploiting big commercialized theatrics), recently played at the latestLas Vegas mecca of opulence. And if you were online as it was happening, you could have easily seen footage from it from many of the people in attendance. So, what does this new way of &#34;elevating&#34; live music mean for the future of music, live shows, and the communal experience?</p><p>Produced by <a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p> 57d94f3b-c988-4980-a7ef-5bb782126432 https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/9734f323-0765-421e-8dc8-41ded698c77e Thu, 12 Oct 2023 20:40:40 +0000 1499 no full Ep 29 // As the saying goes, “a family is a dictatorship ruled over by its sickest member.” Ep 29 // As the saying goes, “a family is a dictatorship ruled over by its sickest member.” 29 1 Stereoactive Media As the saying goes, “a family is a dictatorship ruled over by its sickest member.” Matt describes his first hand experience with this idea by way of his own mother, but also parallels the concept with other organizational structures, from the armed forces to society itself. What lessons can we all learn from the both simple and complicated circumstance of having a loved one that needs special attention.

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]]> <p>As the saying goes, “a family is a dictatorship ruled over by its sickest member.” Matt describes his first hand experience with this idea by way of his own mother, but also parallels the concept with other organizational structures, from the armed forces to society itself. What lessons can we all learn from the both simple and complicated circumstance of having a loved one that needs special attention.</p><p>Produced by <a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p> 413e1f01-057d-4403-b4c1-d5f65b3b257e https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/bba36ba8-4ec8-4190-8189-1f846f354bf5 Thu, 05 Oct 2023 15:20:00 +0000 902 no full Ep 28 // A few of the best paragraphs of the year (so far): successful people, naughty hands, and fake news… Ep 28 // A few of the best paragraphs of the year (so far): successful people, naughty hands, and fake news… 28 1 Stereoactive Media From time to time, Matt shares some of his favorite paragraphs of writing he’s come across. In this episode, he and producer J. McVay discuss a few of those paragraphs and the ideas behind them. 


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]]> <p><span>From time to time, Matt shares some of his favorite paragraphs of writing he’s come across. In this episode, he and producer J. McVay discuss a few of those paragraphs and the ideas behind them. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span>Featuring passages from the following:</span></p><ul><li><span>“Vicious Traps” by Morgan Housel (</span><a href="https://collabfund.com/blog/vicious-traps/" rel="nofollow">Collab Fund</a><span>)</span></li><li><span>“Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s Great ‘Indiana Jones’ Adventure” by David Marchese (</span><a href="https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2023/07/02/magazine/phoebe-waller-bridge-indiana-jones-interview.html" rel="nofollow">The New York Times Magazine</a><span>)</span></li><li><span>“How Stewart Made Tucker” by Jon Askonas (</span><a href="https://www.thenewatlantis.com/publications/how-stewart-made-tucker" rel="nofollow">The New Atlantis</a><span>)</span></li></ul><p><br></p><p><span>Produced by </span><a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p> d8af3e02-1e75-4502-899a-918e9fedf2ad https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/f26184ef-5491-46f8-92bb-c0896bb24696 Fri, 08 Sep 2023 00:21:42 +0000 1358 no full Ep 27 // I see you're taking a Zoom meeting in this coffee shop… Ep 27 // I see you're taking a Zoom meeting in this coffee shop… 27 1 Stereoactive Media Have you ever been in a coffee shop or other public area when someone gets on a Zoom meeting, plays their music out loud, or does something else that should politely be kept private? Well, Matt has an open letter for all those people about the agreed upon rules of a civil society because it sure seems like a lot of people need a refresher in our after spending so much time away from other people during the pandemic.


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]]> <p><span>Have you ever been in a coffee shop or other public area when someone gets on a Zoom meeting, plays their music out loud, or does something else that should politely be kept private? Well, Matt has an open letter for all those people about the agreed upon rules of a civil society because it sure seems like a lot of people need a refresher in our after spending so much time away from other people during the pandemic.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span>Produced by </span><a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p> 1bdd85d6-fcc2-4de1-bba2-97298d757943 https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/e7278868-ef48-4c2c-85ab-1660c75b4dd3 Sat, 26 Aug 2023 18:14:09 +0000 1131 no full Ep 26 // America's divorce settlement: Who gets what? Ep 26 // America's divorce settlement: Who gets what? 26 1 Stereoactive Media From time to time, someone proposes the ingenious idea of a so-called national divorce to finally separate blue and red states that, to some, seem irreconcilable in their differences. Sometimes the proposal comes from someone on the right, sometimes someone on the left – and sometimes it’s someone as completely ignorant as Marjorie Taylor Greene. Well, now it’s Matt’s turn to play out the scenario… So who gets what when the divorce is final? Or is it just too dumb to work, especially if the real divide is between urban and rural neighbors. 


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]]> <p>From time to time, someone proposes the ingenious idea of a so-called national divorce to finally separate blue and red states that, to some, seem irreconcilable in their differences. Sometimes the proposal comes from someone on the right, sometimes someone on the left – and sometimes it’s someone as completely ignorant as Marjorie Taylor Greene. Well, now it’s Matt’s turn to play out the scenario… So who gets what when the divorce is final? Or is it just too dumb to work, especially if the real divide is between urban and rural neighbors. </p><p><br></p><p>Produced by <a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p> 7b476d2b-f123-499c-9d6c-d7bcd8258b1a https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/af1702aa-faa6-444e-83be-0d20b942a349 Fri, 18 Aug 2023 07:00:00 +0000 1207 no full Ep 25 // "THAT did not age well" and the battle between generations... Ep 25 // "THAT did not age well" and the battle between generations... 25 1 Stereoactive Media “Aging well” is an oxymoron and the future will frown upon all of us. Matt explores the friction between generations that occurs when younger people expect elders to be able to keep up with changing expectations about language, behavior, etc, even as many elders are unreasonable in their refusal to even try. A wider willingness to forgive elders who are trying might be helpful, but it would probably also help if elders better recognized their own generational shortcomings as well as the advantages they had that will largely not be passed on.

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]]> <p>“Aging well” is an oxymoron and the future will frown upon all of us. Matt explores the friction between generations that occurs when younger people expect elders to be able to keep up with changing expectations about language, behavior, etc, even as many elders are unreasonable in their refusal to even try. A wider willingness to forgive elders who are trying might be helpful, but it would probably also help if elders better recognized their own generational shortcomings as well as the advantages they had that will largely not be passed on.</p><p><span>Produced by </span><a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p><p><br></p> 5ea393ee-4f3e-4758-889d-0333b7e1f03a https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/49a78f3b-9fda-423c-98a8-64311a0acd5f Tue, 01 Aug 2023 16:32:44 +0000 1315 no full Ep 24 // Rubyisms Vol. 3: Infinite Photos, Yoga Wisdom, and Proud Failures Ep 24 // Rubyisms Vol. 3: Infinite Photos, Yoga Wisdom, and Proud Failures 24 1 Stereoactive Media Matt collects aphorisms, mantras, and other brief thoughts that represent lessons he’s learned throughout his life. In this episode, he and producer J. McVay discuss a handful of these so-called “Rubyisms,” the stories behind them, and the deeper truths they’re connected to:

  • We’ll have so many photos of so much nothing and no one will look at them. Meanwhile, your grandparents had a few photos in a shoebox and viewed them hundreds of times.
  • Let your weight be absorbed by the ground. (Lesson from yoga.)
  • An embarrassing success is worse than a proud failure.


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]]> <p>Matt collects aphorisms, mantras, and other brief thoughts that represent lessons he’s learned throughout his life. In this episode, he and producer J. McVay discuss a handful of these so-called “Rubyisms,” the stories behind them, and the deeper truths they’re connected to:</p><ul><li>We’ll have so many photos of so much nothing and no one will look at them. Meanwhile, your grandparents had a few photos in a shoebox and viewed them hundreds of times.</li><li>Let your weight be absorbed by the ground. (Lesson from yoga.)</li><li>An embarrassing success is worse than a proud failure.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Produced by <a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p> 8f639bd0-fcae-4b11-8ee6-dfdf8f059679 https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/450ec2e0-b91e-49be-a927-3f710712948c Fri, 21 Jul 2023 00:52:07 +0000 1267 no full Ep 23 // Rubyisms Vol. 2: Romantic Cynics, Traditions, Beautiful Violence, and Illegal vs. Wrong Ep 23 // Rubyisms Vol. 2: Romantic Cynics, Traditions, Beautiful Violence, and Illegal vs. Wrong 23 1 Stereoactive Media Matt collects aphorisms, mantras, and other brief thoughts that represent lessons he’s learned throughout his life. In this episode, he and producer J. McVay discuss a handful of these so-called “Rubyisms,” the stories behind them, and the deeper truths they’re connected to:

  • Cynics are just disappointed romantics.
  • Tradition makes you focus on the wrong things. Want people to remember your wedding? Skip the cake and spend that money on a choreographer for your first dance. No one cares about cake anyway.
  • Make your violence beautiful. Make your violence, beautiful.
  • Just because something is illegal doesn't mean it's wrong. Laws often have an ulterior motive.


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]]> <p>Matt collects aphorisms, mantras, and other brief thoughts that represent lessons he’s learned throughout his life. In this episode, he and producer J. McVay discuss a handful of these so-called “Rubyisms,” the stories behind them, and the deeper truths they’re connected to:</p><ul><li>Cynics are just disappointed romantics.</li><li>Tradition makes you focus on the wrong things. Want people to remember your wedding? Skip the cake and spend that money on a choreographer for your first dance. No one cares about cake anyway.</li><li>Make your violence beautiful. Make your violence, beautiful.</li><li>Just because something is illegal doesn&#39;t mean it&#39;s wrong. Laws often have an ulterior motive.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Produced by <a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p><p><br></p> 558018fc-edf0-4fa4-ae37-3d9939df61a4 https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/935aa093-11d9-4005-8d5a-a9790a85da37 Thu, 13 Jul 2023 07:00:00 +0000 1020 yes full Ep 22 // Rubyisms Vol. 1: Desire, Inertia, Tension, Prayer, and Drugs vs. Medicine Ep 22 // Rubyisms Vol. 1: Desire, Inertia, Tension, Prayer, and Drugs vs. Medicine 22 1 Stereoactive Media Matt collects aphorisms, mantras, and other brief thoughts that represent lessons he’s learned throughout his life. In this episode, he and producer J. McVay discuss a handful of these so-called “Rubyisms,” the stories behind them, and the deeper truths they’re connected to:


  • When we ran out of needs to fulfill, they started manufacturing desire.
  • Never underestimate the power of inertia.
  • We call our medicine “drugs” and our drugs “medicine.”
  • Tension is a form of prayer.


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]]> <p><span>Matt collects aphorisms, mantras, and other brief thoughts that represent lessons he’s learned throughout his life. In this episode, he and producer J. McVay discuss a handful of these so-called “Rubyisms,” the stories behind them, and the deeper truths they’re connected to:</span></p><p><br></p><ul><li><span>When we ran out of needs to fulfill, they started manufacturing desire.</span></li><li><span>Never underestimate the power of inertia.</span></li><li><span>We call our medicine “drugs” and our drugs “medicine.”</span></li><li><span>Tension is a form of prayer.</span></li></ul><p><br></p><p><span>Produced by </span><a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p><p><br></p> 5f35a620-ed5e-405c-a843-37325f0d6330 https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/82e96d5b-3ed8-4441-97d9-fad5124e0cac Thu, 06 Jul 2023 07:00:00 +0000 1259 yes full Ep 21 // Something's off with how we talk about psychedelics. Ep 21 // Something's off with how we talk about psychedelics. 21 1 Stereoactive Media On the heels of the recent psychedelics conference in Denver organized by the MAPS organization – the largest such conference ever held – Matt shares how he thinks psychedelics should actually be treated as they gain wider acceptance as a therapeutic treatment. Maybe it doesn't have to be all microdosing, mental health, and big business. Maybe there should also be  room for a little bit of “wild.”


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]]> <p><span>On the heels of the recent psychedelics conference in Denver organized by the MAPS organization – the largest such conference ever held – Matt shares how he thinks psychedelics should actually be treated as they gain wider acceptance as a therapeutic treatment. Maybe it doesn&#39;t have to be all microdosing, mental health, and big business. Maybe there should also be  room for a little bit of “wild.”</span></p><p><br></p><p><span>Produced by </span><a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p> a93155af-c5dc-42f9-ab4c-d5d349325b19 https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/f7d5e500-7b0c-4019-817e-d947b31b21f4 Thu, 29 Jun 2023 18:03:38 +0000 1064 no full Ep 20 // We don't know how to look: On raw power, the jungle, Iggy Pop, and ancient wisdom Ep 20 // We don't know how to look: On raw power, the jungle, Iggy Pop, and ancient wisdom 20 1 Stereoactive Media A recent story about how a Colombian girl managed to help keep her younger siblings alive while lost in the jungle for months because of “ancestral knowledge” begs the question of how most American kids – or adults, for that matter – might fare under similar circumstances. Matt ponders the ways in which  our increasing isolation from each other, driven by technology that further encloses our personal bubbles, may be closing us off to truths we’d have available to us if we’d only remember how to look.


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]]> <p><span>A recent story about how a Colombian girl managed to help keep her younger siblings alive while lost in the jungle for months because of “ancestral knowledge” begs the question of how most American kids – or adults, for that matter – might fare under similar circumstances. Matt ponders the ways in which  our increasing isolation from each other, driven by technology that further encloses our personal bubbles, may be closing us off to truths we’d have available to us if we’d only remember how to look.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span>Produced by </span><a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p> 7c674c24-aee2-44e5-b1af-5d831de75019 https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/c14b637f-4d0b-4945-8557-740df33a3f7b Mon, 26 Jun 2023 03:26:44 +0000 1068 no full Ep 19 // Duh, of course you should separate the art from the artist. Ep 19 // Duh, of course you should separate the art from the artist. 19 1 Stereoactive Media Viva compartmentalization! Matt makes the argument that you can blame the messenger while still enjoying the message. Or in other words, maybe you can watch ‘Annie Hall’ or dance to “Ignition (Remix)” without condoning anything that the people who made them may have done in their personal lives.


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]]> <p><span>Viva compartmentalization! Matt makes the argument that you can blame the messenger while still enjoying the message. Or in other words, maybe you can watch ‘Annie Hall’ or dance to “Ignition (Remix)” without condoning anything that the people who made them may have done in their personal lives.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span>Produced by </span><a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p> b2179d20-7ec4-4492-a39b-bd166935a6c9 https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/73e6a7b3-7429-467a-982f-976b49723a7a Thu, 15 Jun 2023 21:23:39 +0000 1816 yes full Ep 18 // In the End, They Were All Fredo: 10 Thoughts on 'Succession' Ep 18 // In the End, They Were All Fredo: 10 Thoughts on 'Succession' 18 1 Stereoactive Media With the series finale of 'Succession' recently aired, Matt is breaking format to share some of thoughts on the show, in conversation with producer J. McVay. Together they review the under-appreciated players of the show, the depiction of the rich and supposedly business-savvy, references to classic cinema, and plenty more.

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]]> <p>With the series finale of &#39;Succession&#39; recently aired, Matt is breaking format to share some of thoughts on the show, in conversation with producer J. McVay. Together they review the under-appreciated players of the show, the depiction of the rich and supposedly business-savvy, references to classic cinema, and plenty more.</p><p>Produced by <a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p> 3a3a643e-38f5-42f0-9e77-ec1803c391e6 https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/4dd68eb7-afa1-4c33-8ec5-829703199434 Thu, 01 Jun 2023 07:00:00 +0000 2172 yes full Ep 17 // Ditch the hustle and screw the passion: An ode to punching the clock Ep 17 // Ditch the hustle and screw the passion: An ode to punching the clock 17 1 Stereoactive Media Despite what the prevailing so-called captains of industry, it’s perfectly fine if your job isn’t your passion. We all have to pay rent and bills, so sometimes it’s just about punching a clock and getting through the day. And as Matt discusses, we also don’t need to build up our day jobs into inspirational journeys that save the world – they’re just jobs, and that’s fine.


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]]> <p><span>Despite what the prevailing so-called captains of industry, it’s perfectly fine if your job isn’t your passion. We all have to pay rent and bills, so sometimes it’s just about punching a clock and getting through the day. And as Matt discusses, we also don’t need to build up our day jobs into inspirational journeys that save the world – they’re just jobs, and that’s fine.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span>Produced by </span><a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p> 3bc03b8f-b3a2-4b74-b3b0-bd64df21d76c https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/1bd2d763-723e-4790-a568-f31699cd63a8 Fri, 19 May 2023 03:23:01 +0000 962 no full Ep 16 // Mother's Day was awkward. It always is. Ep 16 // Mother's Day was awkward. It always is. 16 1 Stereoactive Media One odd thing about having parents who passed away at a relatively young age is how much you become a downer for the rest of your life when other people bring up parents as a topic. Matt shares his experience as someone who often has to defuse the guilt others seem to have about still having their parents when they’re around him, as well as what it’s like for him on Mother’s Day.


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]]> <p><span>One odd thing about having parents who passed away at a relatively young age is how much you become a downer for the rest of your life when other people bring up parents as a topic. Matt shares his experience as someone who often has to defuse the guilt others seem to have about still having their parents when they’re around him, as well as what it’s like for him on Mother’s Day.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span>Produced by </span><a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p> 9521fe77-e4e4-42c2-96c6-0f0084c084ff https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/ep-16-mothers-day-was-awkward-it-always-is/ Thu, 11 May 2023 07:00:00 +0000 914 no full Ep 15 // Tucker Carlson: The Truth is a Terrible Business Model Ep 15 // Tucker Carlson: The Truth is a Terrible Business Model 15 1 Stereoactive Media Fox News recently settled their lawsuit with Dominion Voting Systems for nearly $800 million, then fired Tucker Carlson. But let’s face it: Fox is unlikely to change its ways and will probably just install another Tucker-like cog in their machine. And will that new cog actually be that different? Why would you take a nuanced, middle-of-the-road stance when you see all your edgy, hot-taking peers gaming the algorithm with a bunch of bullsh*t? 


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]]> <p><span>Fox News recently settled their lawsuit with Dominion Voting Systems for nearly $800 million, then fired Tucker Carlson. But let’s face it: Fox is unlikely to change its ways and will probably just install another Tucker-like cog in their machine. And will that new cog actually be that different? Why would you take a nuanced, middle-of-the-road stance when you see all your edgy, hot-taking peers gaming the algorithm with a bunch of bullsh*t? </span></p><p><br></p><p><span>Produced by </span><a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p> 5d11b229-9dc3-474b-ba5e-6628a88a4d86 https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/ep-15-tucker-carlson-the-truth-is-a-terrible-business-model/ Thu, 04 May 2023 07:00:00 +0000 957 no full Ep 14 // Screens, filters, and the land of lies… Ep 14 // Screens, filters, and the land of lies… 14 1 Stereoactive Media “Time on screen” has become the metric that tech companies use to measure success. But “time on screen” seems to really be doing something to our brains – and our society for that matter. Matt suggests there’s a different metric of success for your soul: How long has it been since you last looked at a screen?

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]]> <p>“Time on screen” has become the metric that tech companies use to measure success. But “time on screen” seems to really be doing something to our brains – and our society for that matter. Matt suggests there’s a different metric of success for your soul: How long has it been since you last looked at a screen?</p><p>Produced by <a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p> 85938f23-aea3-4ca5-8cd4-3e54dc37c864 https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/d1f17a86-3fc0-4dfa-92ce-26493b270883 Thu, 20 Apr 2023 16:15:00 +0000 1111 no full Ep 13 // The worse the road, the better the destination… Ep 13 // The worse the road, the better the destination… 13 1 Stereoactive Media Matt evangelizes on behalf of the power of ferries, sculpture gardens, shoulder season, and why agendas are for suckers as he offers up 10 travel secrets he’s learned from years of backpacking around the world, all while avoiding the most well-worn roads.

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]]> <p><span>Matt evangelizes on behalf of the power of ferries, sculpture gardens, shoulder season, and why agendas are for suckers as he offers up 10 </span><span>travel secrets he’s learned from years of backpacking around the world, all while avoiding the most well-worn roads.</span></p><p><span>Produced by </span><a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p> 424be751-76ae-4f1e-bbce-6d2b35a3cf4c https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/93c25fb3-6427-40fc-bba4-fc62f4d199d3 Thu, 13 Apr 2023 16:27:42 +0000 1173 no full Ep 12 // Wabi Sabi and the poetry of imperfection… Ep 12 // Wabi Sabi and the poetry of imperfection… 12 1 Stereoactive Media Wabi Sabi is a philosophy that encourages the acceptance of imperfection and impermanence. As Matt points out, imperfections and impermanence are very often the qualities that make something interesting. And conversely, it’s often our attempts to strive for complete, implacable perfection that causes the things we make and care about to come off as inauthentic.

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]]> <p><span>Wabi Sabi is a philosophy that encourages the acceptance of imperfection and impermanence. As Matt points out, imperfections and impermanence are very often the qualities that make something interesting. And conversely, it’s often our attempts to strive for complete, implacable perfection that causes the things we make and care about to come off as inauthentic.</span></p><p><span>Produced by </span><a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p> 0f8bb408-d6b1-4aee-9273-b796ae5b4d53 https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/8a7b3d91-2fd4-474f-8dd7-3627ba3b8a73 Thu, 06 Apr 2023 07:00:00 +0000 1205 no full Ep 11 // In defense of night owls… Ep 11 // In defense of night owls… 11 1 Stereoactive Media Morning people propaganda is everywhere. Billionaires, star athletes, and other world conquerors are seemingly all evangelists for the tired cliché, “the early bird gets the worm.” But Matt is sick of it, because who wants worms, anyway? Some people just thrive in darkness and are tired of being night-shamed for it. So open your heart to night owls – they’re people, too!

Mentioned in the episode:


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]]> <p>Morning people propaganda is everywhere. Billionaires, star athletes, and other world conquerors are seemingly all evangelists for the tired cliché, “the early bird gets the worm.” But Matt is sick of it, because who wants worms, anyway? Some people just thrive in darkness and are tired of being night-shamed for it. So open your heart to night owls – they’re people, too!</p><p>Mentioned in the episode:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.inc.com/marcel-schwantes/richard-branson-and-tim-cook-get-up-every-day-at-t.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.inc.com/marcel-schwantes/richard-branson-and-tim-cook-get-up-every-day-at-t.html</a></li><li><a href="https://www.inc.com/jeff-haden/are-you-a-night-owl-trying-to-be-a-morning-person-science-says-you-may-literally-be-killing-yourself.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.inc.com/jeff-haden/are-you-a-night-owl-trying-to-be-a-morning-person-science-says-you-may-literally-be-killing-yourself.html</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Produced by <a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p> c34e9410-de82-495b-8819-9c4b3bf8426d https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/31d52130-eea2-46f2-9c02-f02004675589 Sat, 01 Apr 2023 17:15:00 +0000 1008 no full Ep 10 // How to make weed cookies… Ep 10 // How to make weed cookies… 10 1 Stereoactive Media A step-by-step recipe so you won't get fooled again by edibles… Plus a check in about Matt’s special, ‘Substance,’ and how the world of feed-the-beast content creation should be upended to let good work have more time to find an audience.

Ingredients for the recipe:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup crunchy peanut butter
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda



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]]> <p><span>A step-by-step recipe so you won&#39;t get fooled again by edibles… Plus a check in about Matt’s special, ‘Substance,’ and how the world of feed-the-beast content creation should be upended to let good work have more time to find an audience.</span></p><p><span>Ingredients for the recipe:</span></p><ul><li><span>1 cup unsalted butter</span></li><li><span>1 cup crunchy peanut butter</span></li><li><span>1 cup white sugar</span></li><li><span>1 cup packed brown sugar</span></li><li><span>2 eggs</span></li><li><span>2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour</span></li><li><span>1 teaspoon baking powder</span></li><li><span>1/2 teaspoon salt</span></li><li><span>1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda</span></li></ul><p><span><span></span></span></p><p><span>Produced by </span><a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p><p><br></p> 98b9f683-ed1d-4c1f-9055-36ff4a903896 https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/ee9acb14-a0c8-4516-8d0c-7f3bc30551b5 Fri, 24 Mar 2023 04:16:41 +0000 1116 yes full Ep 9 // Pay it Backward by Honoring Your Elders Ep 9 // Pay it Backward by Honoring Your Elders 9 1 Stereoactive Media Rick Rubin/Johnny Cash. François Truffaut/Alfred Hitchcock. Quentin Tarantino/John Travolta. We live in a world obsessed with youth and the freshest new faces that come with it – just look at all the “30 Under 30” lists out there. But despite the latent ageism across much of society, as Matt points out and plenty of examples prove, those who came before us often have plenty more to offer and it's worth elevating our elders who still have much to teach us.

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]]> <p><span>Rick Rubin/Johnny Cash. François Truffaut/Alfred Hitchcock. Quentin Tarantino/John Travolta. We live in a world obsessed with youth and the freshest new faces that come with it – just look at all the “30 Under 30” lists out there. But despite the latent ageism across much of society, as Matt points out and plenty of examples prove, those who came before us often have plenty more to offer and it&#39;s worth elevating our elders who still have much to teach us.</span></p><p><span>Produced by </span><a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p> 0eaf9266-0983-41c7-8c1b-d37e274fb1b6 https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/8fc4c3f8-9952-4354-afde-6f1ac57b0b07 Thu, 16 Mar 2023 14:28:41 +0000 1036 no full Ep 8 // Tech Folks Are Always Giving Us Futures That Never Happen… Ep 8 // Tech Folks Are Always Giving Us Futures That Never Happen… 8 1 Stereoactive Media ChatGPT, Bing AI, and similar artificial intelligence bots are seemingly all the rage these days. But the popularity – or, at least, heightened interest – is a symptom of our ongoing naiveté about the future. Matt has thoughts on how we always get sold new futures by tech companies and whether they ever pan out as anyone planned (as if anyone had a plan to begin with).

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]]> <p>ChatGPT, Bing AI, and similar artificial intelligence bots are seemingly all the rage these days. But the popularity – or, at least, heightened interest – is a symptom of our ongoing naiveté about the future. Matt has thoughts on how we always get sold new futures by tech companies and whether they ever pan out as anyone planned (as if anyone had a plan to begin with).</p><p>Produced by <a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p> aa0919e3-d45d-4631-95ce-4779c44c76ad https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/3ef123fd-fa95-40e7-88be-d565d6c04fe7 Thu, 09 Mar 2023 20:06:31 +0000 1056 yes full Ep 7 // How therapy-speak turned victimhood into currency... Ep 7 // How therapy-speak turned victimhood into currency... 7 1 Stereoactive Media The language of trauma cracked the code of the attention economy and turned mental health into the new luxury item. 

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]]> <p>The language of trauma cracked the code of the attention economy and turned mental health into the new luxury item. </p><p>Produced by <a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p> 825dd00b-679d-4ad3-986e-d392df6d3efb https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/933acfd5-797e-4f11-a7ef-1fb3064a35a9 Thu, 02 Mar 2023 18:08:33 +0000 1209 no full Ep 6 // His and Hers: Memories of My Parents Ep 6 // His and Hers: Memories of My Parents 6 1 Stereoactive Media Matt shares memories of the two people who influenced his life the most… and just maybe reveals some things about himself along the way.

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]]> <p>Matt shares memories of the two people who influenced his life the most… and just maybe reveals some things about himself along the way.</p><p>Produced by <a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p> e797fc61-98c3-4be5-9a7b-5e4c21b7a529 https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/9a3d5a7f-f72b-4da9-8fb8-7901a2ae9159 Thu, 16 Feb 2023 08:00:00 +0000 1119 no full Ep 5 // I was not alerted: The most unbelievable things about life before smartphones… Ep 5 // I was not alerted: The most unbelievable things about life before smartphones… 5 1 Stereoactive Media An essay about life pre-iPhone addiction, before maps were an app, and before "Move Fast and Break Things" was an ethos that delivered on its message and didn't care about the consequences. But also, before we could all see how often cops did bad sh*t, or knew how often powerful old men entered rooms with open robes.

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]]> <p>An essay about life pre-iPhone addiction, before maps were an app, and before &#34;Move Fast and Break Things&#34; was an ethos that delivered on its message and didn&#39;t care about the consequences. But also, before we could all see how often cops did bad sh*t, or knew how often powerful old men entered rooms with open robes.</p><p>Produced by <a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p> f1e0b8da-4526-45fd-9676-30d27a23dc00 https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/2207c38f-8f42-463d-8259-204f9c308a0e Thu, 09 Feb 2023 08:00:00 +0000 994 no full Ep 4 // What Tom Petty taught me about songwriting and life… Ep 4 // What Tom Petty taught me about songwriting and life… Stereoactive Media Tom Petty understood America and that's why he could reach hipsters/hicks, north/south, and coastal elites/NASCAR rednecks alike. Matt gets into his deep love of Petty's music and how it's been a constant in his life.

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]]> <p>Tom Petty understood America and that&#39;s why he could reach hipsters/hicks, north/south, and coastal elites/NASCAR rednecks alike. Matt gets into his deep love of Petty&#39;s music and how it&#39;s been a constant in his life.</p><p>Produced by <a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p> bfd905b5-7c6e-4d11-9997-17fc14855f76 https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/a75cb997-077c-407f-9e4b-0c9d3555a3d5 Thu, 02 Feb 2023 08:00:00 +0000 1782 yes full Ep 3 // How standup comedy converted me from atheist to Jew… Ep 3 // How standup comedy converted me from atheist to Jew… 3 1 Stereoactive Media My journey from hardcore atheist to torah-studying Jew, and how my career in comedy helped get me there...

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]]> <p>My journey from hardcore atheist to torah-studying Jew, and how my career in comedy helped get me there...</p><p>Produced by <a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p> 2367ace4-1b41-473d-ab8f-e5fdf51d4655 https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/08073044-d5d1-49ec-9a03-78222ee2f41d Thu, 26 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0000 1036 no full Ep 2 // RIP "Always leave ‘em wanting more" Ep 2 // RIP "Always leave ‘em wanting more" 2 1 Stereoactive Media Now it’s hold onto ‘em for as long as you can – and it sucks. On the relative brevity of World Cup matches versus the bloat of Beatles reissues, Art Basel, and Coachella. Whatever happened to the lost art of finding the sweet spot?

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]]> <p>Now it’s hold onto ‘em for as long as you can – and it sucks. On the relative brevity of World Cup matches versus the bloat of Beatles reissues, Art Basel, and Coachella. Whatever happened to the lost art of finding the sweet spot?</p><p>Produced by <a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p> f7e596b5-a064-47f7-8ef7-b80045e9f76d https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/18831363-fc4d-4e98-81a5-70f7393ed099 Thu, 19 Jan 2023 08:30:00 +0000 884 no full Ep 1 // We keep trading quality for efficiency. Ep 1 // We keep trading quality for efficiency. 1 1 Stereoactive Media Hand dryers, QR codes, and bluetooth speakers are all more efficient. Also, they suck. An ode to foreplay and taking your time.

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]]> <p>Hand dryers, QR codes, and bluetooth speakers are all more efficient. Also, they suck. An ode to foreplay and taking your time.</p><p>Produced by <a href="https://www.stereoactivemedia.com/" rel="nofollow">Stereoactive Media</a></p> 2772d1d9-ff88-4110-9f01-09a2fddc3ffa https://redcircle.com/shows/534274e4-0049-4ba5-8c07-0da7bee6b4af/episodes/38e74b87-6bc7-43a3-a0c1-5a8584830980 Tue, 10 Jan 2023 01:40:32 +0000 817 yes