The Matthews Mentality Podcast

Kyle Matthews
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  • Entrepreneurship

A podcast dedicated to exploring the mindsets, mentality, and motivation of the world's top experts. From athletes and entrepreneurs to CEOs and business moguls, learn what it takes to find success and build a deeper understanding of the mentality required.

  1. 4d ago

    Will Harris | The Truth About Regenerative Farming, Industrial Beef & America's Broken Food System

    In this episode of the Matthews Mentality Podcast, Kyle Matthews sits down with Will Harris, fourth-generation cattleman, regenerative agriculture pioneer, and owner of White Oak Pastures in Bluffton, Georgia. What was once a conventional industrial cattle operation has become one of the most recognized regenerative farms in the world, raising 10 species of livestock across more than 3,200 acres. Will shares why he walked away from industrial farming in the mid-1990s, the animal welfare moment that changed his perspective forever, and how rebuilding his farm around nature's systems transformed the land, the business, and his community. Today, White Oak Pastures processes its own animals, ships premium meat directly to consumers nationwide, and has become a global model for regenerative agriculture. The conversation explores regenerative farming, soil health, carbon sequestration, food labeling, animal welfare, rural economic development, and why consumers have more power over the food system than they realize. Topics covered in this episode: Why Will Harris abandoned industrial cattle farmingWhat regenerative agriculture actually meansThe truth about industrial beef productionHow regenerative farming improves soil health and biodiversityCarbon sequestration and the environmental impact of regenerative beefThe role of pesticides, fertilizers, antibiotics, hormones, and monoculture farmingWhy White Oak Pastures processes livestock on-siteThe economics of regenerative agricultureCountry-of-origin labeling and why it mattersHow consumers can reshape the food industryRevitalizing rural America through local agricultureWhite Oak Pastures' partnership with Silicon Ranch for solar grazingLessons from four generations of farmingWill's book, A Bold Return to Giving a Damn Will also discusses the importance of transparency in food production, rebuilding local economies through agriculture, and why leaving the land healthier than you found it should be every farmer's goal. Whether you're interested in farming, sustainability, nutrition, entrepreneurship, environmental conservation, or simply understanding where your food comes from, this conversation offers an insightful look at one of the most important conversations happening in agriculture today. Follow Will Harris: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whiteoakpastures Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WhiteOakPastures Learn More About White Oak Pastures: Website: https://whiteoakpastures.com Read Will's Book: A Bold Return to Giving a Damn https://whiteoakpastures.com/pages/book Follow Kyle Matthews CEO: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kylematthewsceo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kylematthewsceo X: https://x.com/kylematthewsceo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylematthewsceo

  2. Jul 14

    David Bakhtiari on Aaron Rodgers, Injuries & Life After Football

    In this episode of the Matthews Mentality Podcast, Kyle Matthews sits down with David Bakhtiari, two-time First-Team All-Pro, five-time Pro Bowler, and one of the greatest left tackles of his generation. Over 11 seasons with the Green Bay Packers, David protected Aaron Rodgers' blind side, helped lead the Packers to consistent playoff runs, and established himself as one of the NFL's premier offensive linemen. David shares his incredible journey from being an overlooked high school recruit to earning a scholarship at the University of Colorado, declaring early for the NFL Draft, and eventually becoming a cornerstone of the Packers franchise. He opens up about draft day, earning Aaron Rodgers' trust, negotiating life-changing contracts, managing wealth, and the devastating ACL injury that ultimately changed the trajectory of his career. The conversation also explores player safety, artificial turf versus natural grass, mental resilience, identity after professional sports, and what it truly takes to compete at the highest level for more than a decade. Topics covered in this episode: David Bakhtiari's journey from Colorado to the Green Bay PackersProtecting Aaron Rodgers and life as an NFL left tackleWhat Aaron Rodgers told him before his first NFL startNFL Draft day, combine interviews, and falling to the fourth roundThe mentality required to become a First-Team All-ProOffensive line techniques, preparation, and consistencyNegotiating NFL contracts and building long-term wealthReal estate investing and financial disciplineBehind the scenes of the Packers' Pitch Perfect 2 cameoThe ACL injury that changed everythingMultiple knee surgeries, rehabilitation, and returning to footballWhy David has become an advocate for player safety and natural grass fieldsCoping with retirement and finding purpose after football David also reflects on the emotional side of professional sports, sharing what it was like to lose the game he loved, the challenges of rebuilding after injury, and the lessons he's carrying into the next chapter of his life. Whether you're an NFL fan, athlete, entrepreneur, or someone navigating setbacks in your own career, this conversation offers an honest look at resilience, discipline, leadership, and what it takes to perform at an elite level. Follow David Bakhtiari: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidbakhtiari X: https://x.com/DavidBakhtiari Follow Kyle Matthews CEO: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kylematthewsceo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kylematthewsceo X: https://x.com/kylematthewsceo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylematthewsceo 00:00 Don't Get Me Killed 00:54 Meet David Bakhtiari 02:17 Life After Football 04:08 Staying Fit After the NFL 06:42 From High School to College Offers 08:42 Choosing Colorado 11:50 Earning the Starting Job 15:04 Welcome to College Football 17:23 Realizing the NFL Was Possible 18:56 Declaring for the NFL Draft 22:59 NFL Combine Stories 25:34 Draft Day Slide 27:55 The Green Bay Packers Call 30:45 The Beach Meeting 32:10 FIFA with Aaron Rodgers 32:56 Clay Matthews' Welcome 34:19 First NFL Start 37:26 "Don't Get Me Killed" 39:17 Why I Wore #69 41:44 The Elbow Brace 43:01 Pitch Perfect 2 Cameo 49:51 Becoming an All-Pro 52:15 The Mental Side of Offensive Line Play 55:50 Signing a Big Contract 01:00:33 Money Habits & Investing 01:02:27 Tearing My ACL 01:03:10 Turf vs. Grass Debate 01:04:20 Why Turf Feels Different 01:07:09 Stadiums, Money & Player Safety 01:09:47 The MRI 01:12:58 Cartilage Damage & Multiple Surgeries 01:16:30 The Two-Year Rehab 01:17:41 Finding Identity After Football 01:21:58 Missing the Game 01:24:59 Aaron Rodgers Stories 01:26:17 Rapid Fire NFL Questions 01:32:20 Closing Thoughts

  3. Jul 7

    Why Smart People Keep Losing Negotiations

    In this episode of the Matthews Mentality Podcast, Kyle Matthews sits down with Dr. Abbie Marono, behavioral scientist, author, and international expert on trust, influence, body language, and human behavior. Dr. Marono has trained the U.S. Secret Service, FBI, and numerous federal agencies on behavioral analysis, interviewing, and nonverbal communication. In this conversation, she explains how to better understand people, build trust faster, communicate more effectively, and become a stronger leader by learning the science behind human behavior. Beyond the research, Abbie shares her incredible personal journey through addiction, homelessness, trauma, and rebuilding her life into one dedicated to helping others better understand themselves and the people around them. Topics covered in this episode: How to read body language without falling for common mythsWhy body language often reveals more than wordsThe science behind trust, influence, and first impressionsFight-or-flight responses and what they reveal about behaviorSelf-soothing behaviors, confidence, and anxiety cuesWhy context and cue clusters matter more than individual gesturesThe psychology of negotiation and influenceEmotional regulation and the hidden side of leadershipHow curiosity creates stronger conversations and better outcomesDr. Marono's journey from addiction and homelessness to becoming a leading behavioral scientistHealing from trauma and rebuilding self-agencyTraining the U.S. Secret Service, FBI, and federal agenciesWhy the best negotiators stop trying to "win" Whether you're a leader, entrepreneur, salesperson, negotiator, or simply someone who wants to better understand people, this episode is packed with practical insights you can apply immediately in both business and everyday life. Follow Dr. Abbie Marono: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbiemarono LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abbiemarono Website: https://www.abbiemarono.com Follow Kyle Matthews: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kylematthewsceo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kylematthewsceo X: https://x.com/kylematthewsceo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylematthewsceo 00:00 Listen to Understand 00:45 Meet Dr. Abbie Marono 02:47 Why Body Language Matters 04:33 Fight or Flight Signals 06:29 Confidence and Self-Soothing 08:39 Reading Proximity Cues 12:11 Smiles and Building Trust 14:52 Influence vs. Manipulation 16:03 Addiction, Homelessness & Recovery 22:15 The Turning Point 23:14 Rebuilding After Trauma 27:56 Back to School & Finding Mentors 32:48 Research, Joe Navarro & Behavioral Science 41:48 Reading Context, Not Just Cues 43:57 Trauma and Mental Contamination 48:52 Intuition vs. Trauma 49:26 A Relationship Turns Dark 50:48 Betrayal and Assault 51:36 Feeling Trapped 53:14 Family, Healing & Recovery 54:29 The Science of Emotional Shutdown 56:23 Healing Through Safe Relationships 59:03 The Hidden Half of Leadership 01:01:39 Joe Navarro's Influence 01:06:10 Training Federal Agents 01:08:54 Building Trust Under Stress 01:12:08 Executive Blind Spots 01:19:50 Why Personal Becomes Professional 01:21:31 Self-Reflection and Shame 01:23:41 Rapid Fire: Body Language 01:28:54 Negotiation: Drop the Goal 01:31:42 Closing Thoughts

  4. Jun 30

    The First Thing Chobani's Founder Told Me

    Kyle Matthews sits down with Ricky Silver, CEO of Daily Harvest, to discuss how one of America's fastest-growing healthy food companies is changing the way people eat. Ricky shares his unconventional journey from studying chemistry at Skidmore College and pursuing a PhD at NYU to becoming a personal chef, working in PepsiCo's research and development division, leading innovation at Vita Coco, and ultimately becoming CEO of Daily Harvest following its acquisition by Chobani. The conversation explores what it takes to build a mission-driven food company, why healthier eating has become unnecessarily complicated, how Daily Harvest sources ingredients from around the world, and the leadership lessons Ricky has learned while scaling a rapidly growing business. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why Daily Harvest believes healthy eating should be simple • How Ricky transitioned from chemistry into the food industry • What he learned during his years at PepsiCo and Vita Coco • Why Daily Harvest chose to expand beyond smoothies • The surprising story behind rescuing "imperfect" bananas from Ecuador • Why food safety is the foundation of Chobani's culture • How Ricky became CEO and helped lead Daily Harvest through its acquisition by Chobani • Leadership lessons from competitive sports • Why the best managers are "kind, not nice" • The importance of curiosity, accountability, and building high-performing teams

  5. Jun 23

    How Manscaped Created A Billion-Dollar Category

    In this episode of the Matthews Mentality Podcast, Kyle Matthews sits down with Paul Tran, founder and CEO of MANSCAPED, the company that transformed men’s grooming by creating an entirely new category and turning it into a global brand. Born in Vietnam and arriving in America as a first-generation immigrant with his family, Paul’s story is a true example of the American Dream. From growing up in poverty and putting himself through USC to launching multiple businesses and eventually building MANSCAPED into one of the most recognized names in consumer products, Paul shares the lessons, sacrifices, and mindset that fueled his entrepreneurial journey. Kyle and Paul discuss entrepreneurship, risk-taking, scaling a startup, leadership, work-life balance, AI, branding, family, philanthropy, and what it takes to build a category-defining company from scratch. Time Stamp: 00:00 No Work Life Balance 00:38 Meet Paul Tran 01:51 Vietnam to America 06:40 Early Hustle Mindset 09:18 Turning Grades Around 10:30 USC and First Ventures 14:11 Manscaped Origin Story 16:55 Validating Product Market Fit 18:56 Bootstrapping and Iteration 20:42 Humor Driven Marketing 23:40 Startup Chaos Stories 26:03 Motivation and Legacy 27:58 Scaling Beyond Below Waist 29:42 COVID Growth Challenges 30:34 COVID Baby Boom 31:02 Retail Wins Post COVID 32:11 Omnichannel Conviction 33:32 AI Changes Shopping 36:58 Founder Health Reset 41:13 Family While Scaling 43:06 Immigrant Parent Pressure 45:56 Buying Parents Homes 47:03 Giving Back Vietnam 53:05 Manscaped Picks Rapidfire 57:38 Wrap Up Thanks Paul also shares touching stories about his family's journey from Vietnam, his commitment to helping orphaned children, and why creating opportunities for others has become his greatest motivation. Whether you're an entrepreneur, founder, executive, immigrant chasing the American Dream, or someone looking to build a meaningful business and life, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom and powerful life lessons. Follow Paul Tran: LinkedIn: Paul Tran Instagram: @paultran X: @paultran Learn More About MANSCAPED: https://www.manscaped.com Follow Kyle Matthews: Instagram: @KyleMatthewsCEO X: @KyleMatthewsCEO LinkedIn: Kyle Matthews TikTok: @KyleMatthewsCEO #PaulTran #MANSCAPED #Entrepreneurship #BusinessPodcast #FounderStory #AmericanDream #StartupLife #Leadership #BrandBuilding #ConsumerProducts #Ecommerce #MensGrooming #AI #MatthewsMentality #KyleMatthewsCEO

  6. Jun 17

    Why Physical Retail Isn't Going Away

    In this episode of the Matthews Mentality Podcast, Kyle Matthews sits down with Jodie McLean, CEO of EDENS, one of the nation’s largest privately held owners, operators, and developers of open-air retail and mixed-use destinations. Jodie’s journey is anything but conventional. She joined EDENS as a financial analyst fresh out of college and spent more than three decades helping transform the company into a real estate powerhouse with a portfolio that serves millions of people every day. Along the way, she became one of the most respected leaders in commercial real estate, served as Chair of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, and helped redefine what retail real estate can be in a rapidly changing world. Kyle and Jodie discuss leadership, mentorship, career longevity, the future of retail, artificial intelligence, community building, and the lessons learned from leading through economic cycles, e-commerce disruption, and changing consumer behavior. In this episode, you'll learn: • How Jodie rose from analyst to CEO after 36 years at one company • Why loyalty, impact, and long-term thinking still matter in today's business world • The leadership lessons that shaped EDENS' culture and growth • How e-commerce transformed retail real estate—and why physical places matter more than ever • Why AI may increase demand for human connection, not decrease it • What makes great communities and thriving mixed-use developments • Her experience serving as Chair of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond • The challenges and opportunities of being a female leader in commercial real estate • Why culture ultimately beats strategy in building great organizations • The importance of mentorship, curiosity, resilience, and taking calculated risks Jodie also shares the story of nearly leaving EDENS, the mentor who changed her career trajectory, and the bold decisions that helped shape one of the most innovative retail real estate companies in America. Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive, investor, commercial real estate professional, or someone looking to build a meaningful career, this conversation is packed with wisdom on leadership, purpose, and creating lasting impact. Follow Jodie McLean: LinkedIn: Jodie McLean Instagram: @jodiewmclean Learn More About EDENS: https://www.edens.com Follow Kyle Matthews: Instagram: @KyleMatthewsCEO X: @KyleMatthewsCEO LinkedIn: Kyle Matthews TikTok: @KyleMatthewsCEO #JodieMcLean #EDENS #CommercialRealEstate #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #RetailRealEstate #BusinessPodcast #MatthewsMentality #CEO #WomenInBusiness #RealEstateDevelopment #CommunityBuilding #FederalReserve #BusinessLeadership #KyleMatthewsCEO

  7. Jun 9

    The Real Reason Some Careers Accelerate

    In this episode of the Matthews Mentality Podcast, Kyle Matthews sits down with Brian Finnegan, President and CEO of Brixmor Property Group (NYSE: BRX), one of the largest open-air shopping center owners and operators in the United States. Brian’s story is a masterclass in leadership, patience, and long-term career growth. Starting as a leasing representative in 2004, he spent more than two decades working through nearly every operational role in the company before ultimately becoming CEO of a publicly traded real estate investment trust with 344 shopping centers, 62+ million square feet of retail space, and more than 900 million annual consumer visits. Time Stamps: 00:00 Intro 00:55 Welcome to the Show 02:25 Understanding Brixmor Property Group 05:10 Retail's Resurgence 08:04 Supply and Demand Dynamics 11:19 Same Store Growth 12:51 How We Met 15:13 Networking as a Young Professional 16:49 Brixmor's Evolution and History 20:41 Lessons from Being Young 22:30 Philadelphia Roots 24:29 Getting Into Real Estate 26:49 Brokerage Lessons 28:33 Cold Calling Stories 30:56 Dealing with Rejection 34:32 Time Blocking and Prospecting 35:10 Maximizing Your Current Role 38:01 Moving Across America 39:37 Embracing New Cities 40:54 National Portfolio Experience 41:36 Market Expertise Matters 43:14 Career Growth and Relocation 45:20 Becoming CEO 49:07 First Quarter Success 51:59 CEO Responsibilities 53:13 Redevelopment Strategy 56:08 Work Life Balance 01:00:13 Technology and AI 01:05:07 Innovation and Young Talent 01:07:50 Advice for Young Professionals 01:10:01 Rapid Fire Round If you're interested in commercial real estate, investing, leadership, entrepreneurship, career growth, public companies, REITs, retail real estate, or business strategy, this episode is packed with practical insights and real-world experience. Follow Brian Finnegan: LinkedIn: Brian Finnegan Learn More About Brixmor Property Group: Website: https://www.brixmor.com NYSE: BRX Follow Kyle Matthews: Instagram: @KyleMatthewsCEO TikTok: @KyleMatthewsCEO X: @KyleMatthewsCEO LinkedIn: Kyle Matthews Subscribe for more interviews with CEOs, founders, investors, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders. #KyleMatthewsCEO #BrianFinnegan #Brixmor #BRX #CommercialRealEstate #RetailRealEstate #REIT #Investing #Leadership #BusinessPodcast #Entrepreneurship #RealEstateInvesting #CEO #Retail #ShoppingCenters #MatthewsMentality #BusinessGrowth #NYSE #CareerGrowth #CommercialProperty

  8. Jun 2

    Why Turning Down Shark Tank Was the Best Decision They Made

    Nick Friedman, co-founder of College Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving, joins Kyle Matthews to share how a 2003 summer hustle with a beat-up cargo van grew into a national brand with roughly 200 franchise owners across 40+ states. They discuss the origin of the name and the HUNKS acronym (Honest, Uniformed, Nice, Knowledgeable Service), why customers pay for convenience and clutter relief, and how systems from The E-Myth helped them scale. Nick recounts appearing on Shark Tank’s first episode, dealing with Kevin O’Leary’s negativity, receiving an offer from Robert Herjavec, and turning it down. He explains franchising pros/cons, self-funding for 15 years, culture and accountability, lessons from Undercover Boss, industry headwinds tied to housing, and the company’s giving efforts including domestic violence survivor moves and Tampa hurricane relief.

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A podcast dedicated to exploring the mindsets, mentality, and motivation of the world's top experts. From athletes and entrepreneurs to CEOs and business moguls, learn what it takes to find success and build a deeper understanding of the mentality required.

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  • Creator
    Kyle Matthews
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    126
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Kyle Matthews
  • Show Website
    The Matthews Mentality Podcast

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