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The Tom Matt Show
by Black Circle Studios
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
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The Journey and MSU Volleyball with Breccan Scheck
Breccan Scheck is a student-athlete at Michigan State University, where she plays middle blocker for the volleyball team. She is studying Marketing at the Broad College of Business with a minor in Sports Business Management.Beyond volleyball, Breccan enjoys getting involved in new experiences and...
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'THE Spartan Athletic Foundation' with guest Tim House
Tim serves as President of the Spartan Athletic Foundation and Deputy Athletics Director for Development & Strategic Initiatives. In this role, House leads and elevates a comprehensive advancement strategy for Michigan State Athletics, driving philanthropic growth and donor engagement. Tim joined...
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Health, Wealth and Happiness with guest Dr. Anthony Avellino
“Health, Wealth & Happiness” is a compelling theme because it connects the three areas people care most about in life. To be elite and optimize your performance: Train your Body: nutrition, sleep, physical Train your Craft: acquire knowledge Train your Mind: mindfulness, stay in present Key...
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The Rise of Professional Volleyball with Guest Nalani Iosia
In this episode, Nalani Iosia and I discuss the following, and yes, it is volleyball-related- Starling South Bay Volleyball club, and playing for dad! Club volleyball, where can it take you? College recruitment The Grand Rapids Rise professional volleyball team Nutrition and rest for athletes...
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Healthier and Stronger with Guest Sarah Granetz
Sarah Granetz is a strength, fitness, and nutrition coach known for her holistic approach to wellness. Her passion is to empower women to achieve their goals in sustainable and realistic ways. She focuses on building knowledge, excitement, and discipline with her clients to ensure that their...
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Talking Hoops, The Journey - with Donovan Ivory
Donovan Ivory is a professional basketball player currently playing in Europe for CS Valcea 1924 in Romania - Division A. Today's episode features topics such as- Influence of Dad and Brother: The enablers Kaukauna- The community NIL-what's up Journey to D-1--The long and winding road European...
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Spartan Talk with Ed Tillett
Ed Tillett is a proud Michigan State University alumnus (Go Green!). He is the Director of Multicultural Business Programs at Michigan State University's Broad College of Business, and he understands the life-changing impact of access to education and the importance of a welcoming campus…
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The Joy of Food with Guest Debra Warren
As a dietitian, Debra spends her summers split between school gardens and the hospital, and she comes home each day to her two young kids. Because of that, the joys, messiness, and challenges of feeding people are never far from her mind—they are part of both her professional work and her…
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Micro and Macro Ideas in Real Estate with Guests Brock Fletcher and Hailey Friestrom
Halie Friestrom, a upcoming Junior at Grand Ledge High School, adds to our conversation as a young person who is learning and maturing into a future star. With Brock Fletcher she has a tremendous mentor, bright future, coach, and uncle! Starter Home or renting, all concepts work in certain...
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Where the Financial Planning Goes with Guest Craig Stiles
How much we plan financially matters,,,,ALOT! In this episode, please listen to Craig Stiles of Ameriprise Financial and listen to strategies that can preserve and even grow your money well past our demise. Key words in this episode, Trust Title Big picture items POA (Power of Attorney)…
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Ready, Set, Change with Guest Dr. Larry Pfaff
LARRY PFAFF, M.A., Ed.D., LPC Author of Ready, Set, Change: Why Knowing What to Do Isn’t Enough Amazon #1 New Release - Psychology Education and Organizational Change INTERVIEW TOPIC: Why Smart People Stay Stuck (Even When They Know What to Do) After 40 years as a therapist and organizational...
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An MSU Legend, the "Controller" with Guest David Brower
avid ("Dave") Brower is a native of the Lansing area, having graduated from Okemos High School in 1965. He attended MSU, completing his BA in Accounting in June 1969 and his MBA in Finance in December 1970. He was an auditor at the public accounting firm of Ernst & Ernst, Lansing Office, from…
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The Hook & The Hustle with Ella Bosley
Theme: Setting the stage, from small-town Flushing to full-blown financial independence. The Intro: A bubbly, high-energy greeting. Briefly cover your "elevator pitch" (Broad student, MHRLR admit, fitness instructor, brand partner). Leaving the Small Town Behind: Discussing the mindset shift from...
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The World of Pediatrics with guest Dr. Ken Stringer
Dr. Ken Stringer is a Michigan State College of Osteopathic Medicine professor and world-renowned clinician. His Clinical practice was at Okemos Pediatrics, which is part of the MSU Health Care team. Dr. Stringer retired after 42 years of practice. He is currently teaching medical students in…
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The Producer Speaks, Top Episodes From the Past Year + Other Things! With guest Mitch Anderson
If you have ever wondered what good episodes are to explore on our program, Mitch Anderson, the renowned producer of our program for the past 6 years has his picks. They are always great choices! They include- D. Leon Stokes-50 Things,,, Dr.Debbie Heiser- Many Phases of Life,,, Mike Draheim- XLR8...
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The Resilient Entrepreneur with guest Henry Meyer
East Side Fish Fry is a well-known restaurant in Lansing, Michigan. It wasn't always that way! Henry Meyer is the epitome of "never say quit"! When Henry bought an investment property in Lansing, he intended to rent it out to a small business that was looking to set up shop. There was a problem,...
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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 industry experience 4. Lansing experience personal/...
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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 Purchasing this man has done it all. A fine athlete, serious...
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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 into being a trainer on the gym floor FIRST! Training at...
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'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 Titans of the National Football League. He played college...
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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 engagement and brand visibility. • Executed live game...
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The Science of Coaching with Scott Warriner
Scott Warriner is a legend in the high school athletics coaching world. Both as a wrestling coach, winning 4 state championships, Scott also coached softball for 20 years. He amassed over 500 wins in both sports in his tenure. Today's episode, we discuss these topics High expectations Longevity…
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50 Things to do in a Life with Guest D. Leon Stokes
Once again, D. Leon Stokes has hit a dinger, a home run, a great book! '50 Things To Do In a Lifetime", inspired by God's grace, to embrace the gift of life we have been blessed with through the exploration of 50 key life encounters across five categories- Travel Life experiences Professional...
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Transforming College Athletics with Guest Jared Kozinn
Jared Kozinn Deputy Athletics Director, Chief Revenue & Marketing Officer | Michigan State Athletics Jared is the Deputy Athletics Director, Chief Revenue & Marketing Officer for Michigan State Athletics where he is responsible for maximizing and diversifying revenue streams within Michigan State...
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Adaptation and Human Performance with Guest Lucas Ring
Lucas Ring is a Human Resource business partner with Neovia Logistics in Indianapolis. This episode focuses on the #ReFiring of a young person from 4.0 Deans list in college to now a up and coming performance expert. In this episode we talk a little about- Rugby Relationships Academia NASM...
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Talkin' Life with Guest Carson White
As a graduating senior from Michigan State University, Carson White is an amazing young man. Maintaining a 3.98 GPA in Finance, this story has several elements that should make you happy to listen College life- How did you do it what are some tips and tricks. How to get that job! Personal life…
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Succeeding in Higher Education/Four Tips with Guest Anna Thomas
Anna Thomas has got this college stuff down, graduating with a perfect 4.0 she is a consummate winner. Here are her tips for collegiate success in her undergraduate career at Michigan State University 1. Being Prepared ● Learned this lesson early in my college career- moving from TX to MI, winter...
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The Many Phases of Life, tips for 2026 with Guest Dr. Debbie Heiser
Is it better to have a method, or a system? Is it better to be goal oriented or strictly success/failure. What is the 'Prime Objective', how is it associated with achieving goals? Was Scott Adams correct when he alluded to 'goals are for losers and systems are for winners'? Is that, in fact…
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2026 Power Trends with Energy Expert Robert Bryce
In this episode which is filled with massive amounts of intel we discuss with the energy kingpin the following- AI and the power grid Natural gas demand and power demand The fragility of the electric grid Rising electricity prices Increased opposition to data centers The renewable rejection...
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Real Estate Prognostication in 2026 with Guest Brock Fletcher
Brock Fletcher is back for a Reality of Real Estate episode, featuring his expert analysis for this coming year, 2026. If this is your year to make a change, if you are ReFiring into a new phase of life please listen to this episode as Brock is always solid in his advice. Thank you to Brock...
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How to Preserve Your Energy from Toxic People through Boundaries with Danielle Radin
Danielle Radin is a nationally known expert on the topic of Narcissism and NPD. In this episode we discuss the following- Why do narcissists try to talk to you in the first place? Is there a way to avoid them? What is a boundary? How to talk to narcissists when you have to (grey rock method)…
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Opiod Free America: The 5 W's, with guests Dr. Matt McCord, Mike Vasquez, & Doug Geinzer
We spend more on healthcare than any nation in history… yet Americans are dying younger than people in every other peer country. We spend more on healthcare than any nation in history… yet Americans are dying younger than people in every other peer country. Every generation deserves a healthier...
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Getting Healthier - Advancements in Patient Care with guest Janis Grigans
Recovering from major surgery is really hard, I know, I just went through it! Having the team behind you who can educate as well as assist in our treatments is vitally important to recovery. In this episode we talk to Janis Grigans, the entrepeneur behind A2Z Medical Solutions. Please listen or...
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Why We Need to Work Hard with Quinn Magnuson
Talking to Quinn about effort and hard work is fun, not only do we talk real life, but we get to mix in the college athletics perspective. This includes (from the article Quinn wrote) The Effort Paradox (SKOOL Website-Parents of student athletes forum)On the surface, it doesn’t make sense. Our...
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The Private Investigator with Earl Christensen
Earl Christensen is the founder and lead investigator of ChristenServ, a private investigative firm dedicated to delivering thorough, reliable, and discreet services to clients across multiple sectors. Earl holds a B.A. in Law Enforcement and spent 13 years as a police officer, including seven...
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A Future Star with MSU Alumni Devian Johnson
Devian Johnson is an Evans Scholar alum who earned his way through college by caddying, which led to a full-ride scholarship at Michigan State. Throughout school he worked with companies like Mike’s Hard Lemonade, Rocket Mortgage, and Octagon, and held leadership roles on campus — including…
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Nutritionally Refiring with guest Chris Johnson of On Target Living
In this episode the King returns, Chris Johnson, founder of On Target Living stops by to share his life and how we can improve your health with incremental changes in our eating habits. Speaker, Author, Thought LeaderHealth & Happiness is the key along with Chris's philosophy of-Rest--Eat--Move...
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The Four Factors of Financial Fitness with guest Craig Stiles
In this episode, Craig and I discuss four key factors in money and security - Discipline Purpose Strategy Fear The right financial advice can help prepare you for whatever life brings — both the expected and the unexpected.When you work with Craig Stiles you receive: 1:1 financial advice based on...
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XLR8 Sports Performance with guest Mike Draheim
I met Mike Draheim when taking my grandkids to this 'Sports Conditioning' gym, I was intrigued to say the least. Coach Mike Is an amazing trainer, coach, and businessman. I heartily endorse his conditioning, it works and is worth every penny. See for yourself: https://xlr8foxvalley.com/ What To...
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Season 15 Kickoff! Quantifying Your Impact with Guest Dr. Debbie Heiser
It is the season 15 kickoff show, so that means Dr Debbie is on the program as she has been for our previous many kickoffs! From her boys being in elementary school to now, college life keeps on keeping on, and we all get a lil more wiser. The author of the fab book "The Mentorship Edge", today…
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The World of Sound, Let's Talk Audiology with Dr. Evan Draper
Hearing is SO important, so why do we know so little about the depth of care we can find with a great audiologist? In this episode Dr Evan Draper, audiologist, share some great tips on how to prevent your life from becoming quiet. https://www.allabouthearingservice.com/ Dr Draper and I discuss...
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A Student Athlete's Journey with Trey Mosley & Brock Fletcher
In this provocative interview with former Michigan State University wide out Tre Mosley and mentor Brock Fletcher understanding the depth of what a D-1 student athlete must endure to be successful is not emphasized enough. In this episode be listening for talk about- Levels of maturity in young...
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The Sellers Agent - The Top 10 Questions to AI When Selling Real Estate
Home sellers, just like buyers, have a specific set of concerns and questions they need answered to feel confident in the process. Their questions often revolve around pricing, timing, and what to expect during the transaction.Here are the top 10 questions home sellers have, based on common...
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The Buyer's Agent- Top 10 Questions Asked to AI when Buying Real Estate
Home sellers, just like buyers, have a specific set of concerns and questions they need answered to feel confident in the process. Their questions often revolve around pricing, timing, and what to expect during the transaction. Here are the top 10 questions home sellers have, based on common...
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Transitions in Life with Dr. Anthony Avellino
In this episode Dr. Anthony Avellino and I discuss the following points surrounding transitions in life: Performance living: Performance = skill minus interference Refirement zone vs retirement: what is your purpose? What brings you joy? Transitions cause stress (from high school to college to…
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From QB to Coach with guest Tommy Vento
Tommy Vento is an ICF Certified Personal Development Coach at Good Soil Coaching. He specializes in faith-based, neuroscience-backed growth with emphasis on the 'Who' over the 'How' of achievement. A former Michigan State Quarterback as part of the 2015 Class that included wins at the Rose Bowl,...
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Walleye & Whitetail Wisdom with Outdoorsman Doug Resseguie
Doug Resseguie is an avid outdoorsman who loves hunting, fishing, camping, and being outdoors. Today’s topic is going to discuss Michigan Fantastic Hunting and Fishing opportunities going on this Summer and into the Fall. We dive deep into Walleye action on Saginaw Bay, get the latest on Lake...
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Skilled Trades in Mid-Michigan & Lansing Community College with Professor Rob Helm
With the skills you develop through professional trades careers, you can earn a great salary and benefits sooner than you imagined. A sizable professional trades shortage exists in Michigan and is expected to continue through 2030. The Building and Construction Trades career community is right…
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The Spartan Experience with MSU Executive Vice President Vennie Gore
In this outstanding episode, Vennie Gore and I discuss many things, including - Operational excellence and the three questions Are you doing the right thing? Do you have the capacity? Can you do it right? The Innovation Lab Fall welcome The new student health and wellness center Vennie Gore…
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Effort Over Results with Quinn Magnuson
CEO and Founder @EffortOverResults Coaching / Keynote Speaker / ICF Certified Leadership / Performance Coach / Former Pro Athlete / Host of the “Effort Over Results” PodcastWith over two decades of experience spanning leadership, coaching, and advisory services, I am committed to empowering...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
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.
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