The Tom Matt Show
Self-Improvement
About
Welcome to the Re-firement zone with host Tom Matt! Tom is joined each week by storytellers, experts, an friends who share knowledge, tell stories, and have a lot of fun along the way. Listening to this podcast is the quickest way to become inspired and ignite your life.
Episodes
- Hospitality 101: The Airport Tavern & Steakhouse with guest Marcus Powers
Since 1970, Airport Tavern & Steakhouse has been Lansing’s neighborhood steakhouse and bar. In todays interview Marcus will discuss his core principles and business savvy! 1. Hospitality at it's core 2. Restaurant industry 3. Las Vegas ind…
- Mr. Sparty, The Spin Doctor with Guest Tom Mitchell
Tom Mitchell is a long term friend and trainer who started the 'Spin Class' at MSU over 20 years ago, he has rode some miles. In this episode we cover Tom's journey into the #ReFirementZone, his 50 year career at MSU, from Ag Econ to Purch…
- Trainer Talk with Guest Lee Boyce
Lee Boyce is one of the finest trainers in North America. Based in Toronto Lee has taught, trained, lived, and done all of the heavy lifting. In this episode Lee and I discuss How the business of training has changed. How Lee has leaned in…
- 'Winning Time' with Guests Brock Fletcher & Kendell Brooks
KB was an intern for Brock Fletcher of the Selling Team of Keller Williams and now a pro football player for several teams, now currently the Tennessee Titans. Kendell Brooks is an American professional football safety for the Tennessee Ti…
- The NIL Whisperer: a Students Perspective with guest Bergen Loeprich
Michigan State Athletic Communication Department, East Lansing, MI September 2022 – Present Student Assistant/Sports Information Director Intern • Directed communication efforts supporting 25+ varsity athletic programs, strengthening fan e…
- The Science of Coaching with Scott Warriner
Scott Warriner, a decorated high school athletics coach in wrestling and softball, shares insights on fostering high expectations, achieving coaching longevity, building relationships, and enhancing athletes' skills to deepen their enjoyme…
- 50 Things to do in a Life with Guest D. Leon Stokes
D. Leon Stokes
- Transforming College Athletics with Guest Jared Kozinn
Jared Kozinn, Deputy Athletics Director at Michigan State Athletics, shares insights on diversifying revenue streams, overseeing partnerships, marketing, and ticketing. Previously, he held leadership roles in corporate partnerships for pro…
- Adaptation and Human Performance with Guest Lucas Ring
Lucas Ring, an HR business partner, shares his transition from a dean's list student to a performance expert. The discussion covers rugby, relationships, academia, and energy management.
- Talkin' Life with Guest Carson White
Carson White, an MSU graduating senior, shares insights on excelling in college with a 3.98 GPA in Finance, job searching strategies, and his experiences working at Stryker. He also reflects on his personal life and the support of his fami…
- Succeeding in Higher Education/Four Tips with Guest Anna Thomas
Anna Thomas, who achieved a 4.0 GPA, offers four tips for college success: being prepared for challenges, securing employment early for experience, balancing academics with social life, and experimenting with new activities while being pre…
- The Many Phases of Life, tips for 2026 with Guest Dr. Debbie Heiser
The Tom Matt Show features Dr. Debbie Heiser discussing life phases, systems versus methods, and goal orientation. It touches on Scott Adams' perspective on goals and systems, emphasizing awareness in life's journey.
- 2026 Power Trends with Energy Expert Robert Bryce
Energy expert Robert Bryce joins The Tom Matt Show to discuss power trends for 2026, covering topics such as AI and the power grid, natural gas and electricity demand, grid stability, energy prices, and the future of nuclear power.
- Real Estate Prognostication in 2026 with Guest Brock Fletcher
Brock Fletcher joins The Tom Matt Show to offer his 2026 real estate predictions. The episode focuses on advice for individuals planning significant life changes.
- How to Preserve Your Energy from Toxic People through Boundaries with Danielle Radin
Danielle Radin, an expert on Narcissism and NPD, joins The Tom Matt Show to discuss strategies for preserving energy from toxic individuals. Topics include why narcissists initiate contact, methods for avoidance, defining boundaries, the g…
- Opiod Free America: The 5 W's, with guests Dr. Matt McCord, Mike Vasquez, & Doug Geinzer
Dr. Matt McCord, Mike Vasquez, and Doug Geinzer discuss the challenges in American healthcare, including opioid dependence and preventable diseases. They introduce the Opioid Free America initiative, which utilizes claims data to expose wa…
- Getting Healthier - Advancements in Patient Care with guest Janis Grigans
In this episode of The Tom Matt Show, Janis Grigans of A2Z Medical Solutions discusses advancements in patient care, particularly for surgical recovery and joint pain. They cover the services of A2Z Medical Solutions, cold compression ther…
- Why We Need to Work Hard with Quinn Magnuson
Quinn Magnuson joins The Tom Matt Show to explore the Effort Paradox, discussing why humans desire effort and hard work for fulfillment and identity, even when efficiency would suggest otherwise. The conversation touches on the psychologic…
- The Private Investigator with Earl Christensen
Earl Christensen, founder of ChristenServ, discusses his transition from a 13-year police career to private investigation. He details the services offered by ChristenServ, including surveillance, individual location, interviews, and notary…
- A Future Star with MSU Alumni Devian Johnson
Devian Johnson shares his experience as an Evans Scholar who caddied his way through college, earning a scholarship to Michigan State. He discusses his work with companies like Rocket Mortgage and his current role helping others grow and a…
- Nutritionally Refiring with guest Chris Johnson of On Target Living
Chris Johnson, founder of On Target Living, joins The Tom Matt Show to discuss improving health through incremental changes in eating habits. He shares his philosophy of Rest--Eat--Move and emphasizes the need to expand personal and organi…
- The Four Factors of Financial Fitness with guest Craig Stiles
This episode of The Tom Matt Show features Craig Stiles discussing the four factors of financial fitness: Discipline, Purpose, Strategy, and Fear. Stiles also outlines the financial advice and services he provides to clients.
- XLR8 Sports Performance with guest Mike Draheim
Mike Draheim, owner of XLR8 Sports Performance, explains his science-based approach to athletic training, which focuses on individual needs to improve speed, agility, strength, and recovery.
- Season 15 Kickoff! Quantifying Your Impact with Guest Dr. Debbie Heiser
In the Season 15 kickoff of The Tom Matt Show, host Tom Matt welcomes author Dr. Debbie Heiser to discuss her book "The Mentorship Edge." They explore the concept of "Quantifying Your Impact," emphasizing how small wins and acts of kindnes…
- The World of Sound, Let's Talk Audiology with Dr. Evan Draper
Dr. Evan Draper, an audiologist, joins The Tom Matt Show to discuss hearing health. The episode covers the importance of regular hearing tests, the difference between audiologists and hearing instrument specialists, and how hearing aids ar…
- A Student Athlete's Journey with Trey Mosley & Brock Fletcher
Trey Mosley, former Michigan State wide receiver, and mentor Brock Fletcher discuss the demands on D-1 student athletes, covering maturity, NIL, and time management. The episode details Mosley's high school and college career statistics an…
- The Sellers Agent - The Top 10 Questions to AI When Selling Real Estate
This episode of The Tom Matt Show covers the top 10 questions home sellers should consider when selling real estate. It addresses concerns about property valuation, setting the right asking price, necessary repairs, and the overall costs i…
- The Buyer's Agent- Top 10 Questions Asked to AI when Buying Real Estate
This episode covers the top 10 questions home sellers frequently ask, focusing on determining home value, setting the right price, necessary repairs, and understanding the costs associated with selling. It also addresses marketing strategi…
- Transitions in Life with Dr. Anthony Avellino
Dr. Anthony Avellino and Tom Matt discuss life transitions, defining performance, and the difference between refirement and retirement. They cover how transitions cause stress and its negative effects, and explore resilience and well-being…
- From QB to Coach with guest Tommy Vento
The episode features Tommy Vento, an ICF Certified Personal Development Coach and former Michigan State Quarterback. Vento discusses his specialization in faith-based, neuroscience-backed growth and his football career, including playing i…
- Walleye & Whitetail Wisdom with Outdoorsman Doug Resseguie
Doug Resseguie, an outdoorsman, discusses Michigan's hunting and fishing opportunities, focusing on Walleye fishing on Saginaw Bay, salmon fishing in Lake Michigan, and upcoming deer, bear, and elk hunting seasons.
- Skilled Trades in Mid-Michigan & Lansing Community College with Professor Rob Helm
Professor Rob Helm discusses skilled trades careers in Mid-Michigan and opportunities at Lansing Community College. The episode highlights the existing shortage of trades professionals in Michigan, projected to continue through 2030, and p…
- The Spartan Experience with MSU Executive Vice President Vennie Gore
Vennie Gore, Executive Vice President for Administration at Michigan State University, joins Tom Matt to discuss operational excellence using three key questions, the Innovation Lab, and the new student health and wellness center. Gore, a…
- Effort Over Results with Quinn Magnuson
Quinn Magnuson, CEO of Effort Over Results Coaching, shares insights on prioritizing effort to foster motivation, accountability, and alignment within organizations. The discussion covers building effort-first cultures, leadership coaching…
- The Selling Team - with Guests Brock Fletcher and Stacee Robison
What Brock Fletcher has built over 15 years with his Selling Team of Keller Williams Realty is amazing. Brock brings one of his stars, Stacee Robison (listing specialist) on this episode and it is dynamite. Is change coming in your life? U…
- Full Spectrum Marketing with Baer Performance - Guest Aaron Baer
Understanding how important marketing is to your overall performance in business is crucial. Listen to Aaron Baer as we discuss the massive "WHY" you need to know this! The goal of Baer Performance Media is to provide businesses the full s…
- The Writing Coach - Improving Creativity with guest Mickey Hadick
My Creativity Coaching Angle - Hadick Creative can help with building websites, content strategy, or coaching teams on being creative. See HadickCreative.comRenewable Creativity has courses and free articles on every facet of developing yo…
- The Visionary with Startup Superstar Wendi Burkhardt
Reflections from a builder, operator, and reinvention partner. For more information about Wendy or to get in touch with her, please visit: Wendi Burkhardt Email Wendi Tom's takeaways from this episode with Wendi, as well as words from Wend…
- The Producer with guest Mitch Anderson of Black Circle Radio
Audio expert, professional musician, DJ, talk show host, producer, Mitch Anderson, and his 'Black Circle Radio' are a force to be reckoned with. In this episode we talk about Mitch's top shows he has produced for us, including Rob Helm, Da…
- The Next Big Thing - Reality of Real Estate with Brock Fletcher
There are many factors that are leading us to wonder what is next in real estate? What is "The Next Big Thing" according to Brock Fletcher of the Selling Team of Keller Williams Realty" In April, the average mortgage rate was 6.71%. Median…
- Financial Craziness with guest Craig Stiles
For his 30th visit to our program Craig Stiles, Ameriprise Financial, the #FinancialFitness topic on our show is HUGE! Rest assured everything is going to be fine. For example here is an article supporting this episode from Edward Jones In…
- Spain Drain - Did Alternative Energy Cause a Blackout? with Energy Expert Robert Bryce
Robert Bryce is our guest for this episode and we talk all things energy in 2025. For more information on topics brought up in this show such as the one below, please visit Robert's substack. https://robertbryce.substack.com/ For more info…
- What's Your Purpose - Live Stronger Longer with Jeff Turner
Redefining What Fitness Looks Like in the Second Half of Life. If your goal is to live a long and healthy life, welcome, you're in the right place. In this episode Jeff Turner and I discuss what it looks like to play the long game, and the…
- Life and Longevity-The Performance Consultant with Pete McKnight
Pete is a Performance Consultant in elite sport working with Rafa Racing, Red Bull, Willpower Performance Collective, and other elite sports teamsand organizations. He was previously the Performance Director at Hintsafor nearly a decade. H…
- Carson White and The Journey Into Higher Ed - A Future Go Getter
This go-getter, Carson White, is currently in the Honors College studying finance at the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University. Carson will be interning with Stryker during the summer of 2025. Listen to an amazing stor…
- Navigating Narcissists with guest Danielle Radin
What a great conversation! Narcissists are EVERYWHERE! What are the nine tendencies? What are the four phases? So much packed into one show, this one is special!! Danielle Radin is an Emmy Award Award-winning journalist, 9-time Author, and…
- Stress, Human Performance, and Psychology with Lucas Ring
In this episode listen as we dive into the 'Journey Into Higher Ed' along with my guest's expertise in Psychology and human performance. From Sleep to wearables, to walking through open doors to networking we cover a lot of ground with thi…
- Medicine, Augmented Reality and the Neurosurgeon with Dr. Anthony Avellino
Performance Living is our gateway to Dr Anthony Avellino. His expert knowledge regarding technology is unparalleled. As Associate Dean for Clinical Faculty and Chair of Clinical Sciences at Arizona State University School of Medicine and A…
- Investing in Real Estate-Aspiring for Greatness, with Brock Fletcher and Kendell Brooks
In this episode please listen and or watch a fascinating interview with #RealityofRealEstate star, Keller Williams long term pro Brock Fletcher and one of Brocks first interns from MSU's football program Kendell Brooks. Most of the intervi…
- Mr. Sparty with guest Bill Beekman
Bill Beekman is the Vice President for Strategic Initiatives at Michigan State University. In that role he leads the implementation of the University’s strategic plan and serves as a senior advisor to the president. Here are just a couple…