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Matt Fried has been one of my closest friends for about 15 years—and this episode is everything I hoped it would be. Equal parts hilarious, inspiring, and useful, this conversation walks through Matt’s wild career path, from graffiti-tagged train rides into art school to sneaker collaborations and startup wins, all the way to building a platform that’s literally helping save lives through faster radiology staffing. We recorded this at Lure Fishbar (yes, sushi is ordered mid-convo), which is extra meaningful because Matt was with me the night I met Virgil Abloh there—and we retell that story together. But more importantly, we talk about growing up without selling out. About staying curious. About building sustainable businesses on instinct, obsession, and a touch of madness. And what it really means to create a life—professionally and personally—that you actually enjoy living. This is one of those episodes I hope makes growing up feel less scary for anyone listening. And I’m really proud to share it with you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of my all time favorite creators and creator friends going back to 2020. Chef Joe Sasto is a legend in his space and he is a brilliant human on a multitude of levels. Enjoy a conversation that I narrate like a murder mystery. It will make sense as you get into it. If you ever wanted an inside look at the world of being a celebrity chef and what goes into thinking about scaling a product the right way, you will learn a ton from this conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, I'm thrilled to host legendary filmmaker Ken Burns. Join us as we explore his unparalleled storytelling and the history that shapes us all. 0:00 - Introduction to Ken Burns as a master storyteller and his influence on filmmaking 1:13 - The importance of humility and the flaws of heroes in storytelling. 3:05 - The subtractive nature of storytelling and finding the essence of a narrative. 4:12 - Ken Burns shares advice on storytelling: authenticity, perseverance, and the hard work behind the craft. 6:52 - Discussion of his signature style, adaptability, and the broader impact of his work. 11:22 - reflections on his collaboration with Steve Jobs and the creation of the Ken Burns Effect. 14:09 - The role of humility in leadership and history, with examples from American figures. 20:30 - Overview of Burns’ current and future projects, including films on the American Revolution, Reconstruction, and civil rights. 28:05 - Details on the iterative process of filmmaking, from research to editing and final production. 38:00 - Burns’ philosophy on storytelling as an ongoing learning process. 45:00 - Burns’ reflections on the broader impact of storytelling, the importance of space and setting, and his creative inspirations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I challenge the idea that more input always leads to better outcomes. Counterintuitive? Maybe. But stick with me for 20 minutes, and this might be the episode you can’t unhear for the rest of the year. 🚀 What We Cover: • Why listening less (yes, less) might be the key to your best year yet • How external voices—whether from social media, coworkers, or even well-meaning family—can derail your focus and confidence • The unexpected lesson from equine therapy at Miraval Resort that completely shifted my perspective • How tuning out more could make you a better friend, partner, and creative thinker • The personal goals Tim is tackling in 2025—including a New York Times bestseller and a school with 200+ students 🔥 Key Takeaway: The more you listen, the more you absorb expectations that aren’t yours. But if you listen less—strategically—you might just hear yourself more clearly. 👂 Give yourself the gift of quiet. Hit play, and then maybe… tune out. 👉 If this episode resonates, let me know: @timmchiusano on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My conversation with a new friend and fellow NYC dad, John McDonald, one of New York City's longest-standing and most successful restaurateurs. From inside his flagship restaurant, Lure Fishbar in Soho, we chat about the potential closure after 20 years due to Prada's real estate interests. John shares his journey from Phoenix to New York, establishing Merc Bar in 1993 and later opening Lure Fish Bar in 2004. The conversation reveals that Lure serves 350-400 people on busy nights and is one of the city's largest oyster sellers. McDonald discusses his management philosophy, the challenges of running restaurants in NYC, and his approach to menu development. The interview also touches on personal aspects, including how McDonald teaches his children about food and his interest in wellness practices like the 12-hour silent walk concept. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The lows that can come with a first semester at college. How I found myself living alone in Fredericton, New Brunswick, drinking SoCo & Tang, eating KFC family meals solo, getting beat up at a hockey tryout, and watching Mighty Ducks 3 in the theater several times (also solo). Proof that a horrible start at school doesn't mean anything other than potentially making for a great story further down the road. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jim Keyes is one of the most fascinating and admirable CEO's in the history of corporate America and someone we can all learn from. His humble beginnings are staggering, his career is aspirational, and his wisdom is Yoda-esque in the corporate world. My confidence has been one of the biggest challenges over the past 152 days since I left my corporate job. The opportunity to spend a bit of time with my friend (who I have been calling "The New Guy" since we first collaborated on TikTok together) is always a treat, and I knew he would have some fantastic insights on the topic of confidence and the state of the world overall. He is the former 7-11, and Blockbuster CEO and author of "Education Is Freedom". If you ever hear him speak or pick up his book, the broader lessons you can learn are invaluable. Jim truly came from humble beginnings, and it is my absolute pleasure to share this conversation with you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summary In this conversation, let me reflect on how I am in the current state of being a 'hot mess' and embrace the idea that everyone is a hot mess in their own way. I discuss the challenges and conundrums of transitioning to a new phase in life, such as sustainability and finding a balance between change and stability. I am also happy to share the progress made, including spending more time with my daughter and trying to bring my vision for helpful content to life. I will happily explore the importance of accepting and understanding one's flaws and shortcomings and emphasize the need to learn and improve continuously. Keywords hot mess, transition, challenges, sustainability, balance, progress, flaws, shortcomings, learning, improvement Takeaways Embrace your own 'hot mess' and accept that everyone has flaws and challenges. Find a balance between change and stability in order to navigate transitions effectively. Reflect on your progress and celebrate the milestones you have achieved. Be aware of your shortcomings and strive to improve and learn from them. Continuously seek to understand what 'good' looks like for you and work towards that vision. Titles Embracing Your Best Hot Mess Celebrating Progress and Milestones Sound Bites "We're supposed to be our best hot mess." "How much change is enough, how much needs to stay?" "Being addicted to cereal... embracing your flaws." Chapters 00:00 Embracing Your Best Hot Mess 02:28 Navigating the Challenges of Transition 09:24 Celebrating Progress and Milestones 20:35 Addressing and Learning from Shortcomings 23:23 Striving for a Clear Vision of 'Good' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summary In this episode, Timm shares a lighthearted story from his early career in college football production. He talks about his first job as a production assistant for ABC Sports and the intense training he went through before the college football season started. Timm recounts the challenges he faced on his first day on the job, including the late arrival of the students he hired and his panic when asked to operate the graphics machine. Despite making mistakes, Timm emphasizes the importance of remaining calm and owning up to your mistakes. Takeaways Mistakes are inevitable, especially when starting a new job or taking on new responsibilities. Remaining calm in the face of challenges allows for better decision-making and positive influence on others. Owning up to your mistakes and addressing them directly with your team builds trust and respect. Learning from your mistakes and taking responsibility for them is crucial for personal and professional growth. Titles Owning Up to Mistakes and Building Trust in the Workplace The Importance of Remaining Calm in High-Pressure Situations Sound Bites "Whoever asks the most questions as we are going through this wins whatever." "Everybody has those moments where they're like, this is never going to happen. This is not going to work. I'm going to get fired." "Staying calm is always going to be a superpower." Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Overview 05:13 Handling Logistics and Challenges 09:30 Dealing with Mistakes and Overcoming Panic 18:29 Learning from Mistakes and Building Trust 21:30 Taking Ownership and Moving Forward 23:26 Final Thoughts and Conclusion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The next big challenge in your career is just the next level of the video game, and you will be okay. You earned the right to be at that level. You worked your ass off to see the next big scary obstacle. You will not get it right the first time, but if you keep playing, you will be fine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Y'all ask the best questions on LInkedIn and if I could spend all day everyday just answer them, I would but I would never get to them all and I dont know how I can do that and pay the bills (yet!). So, I took about 100 of the last 1,000 and put them into ChatGPT and asked for the themes. #1 of them was "Career Transition & Pivoting" whether that was due to a layoff situation or just broader change needed in your career. That is what this episode is about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From the high level concept of a 30-60-90 planning mentality to why some influencers are way to intense about "grinding through August", lets have a chat simply to plant a seed about what's possible over the next 3 months and how to get yourself there with some kindness along the way too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The first one after responsibly firing myself. Also the first one that I self produced. And I am here simply to tell you that you are going to be fine over the course of your corporate careers. The Software I Use Did An Additional Recap For Me & This Is What It Said... He shares his own experience of leaving his corporate job and finding happiness in a different way. He emphasizes the importance of feeling comfortable and confident in oneself and caring about others. The host encourages listeners to be kind, reliable, and to believe in themselves. He promises to be there to help and support them. Keywords corporate careers, reassurance, happiness, confidence, caring, kindness, reliability, support Takeaways Believe in yourself and know that you are going to be fine in your corporate career. Find happiness in your day-to-day routine and be fulfilled in your work. Feel comfortable and confident in who you are and what you bring to the table. Be kind, reliable, and care about others to create a better work environment. You are not alone in feeling lost or overwhelmed in your corporate job. Seek opportunities for growth and be open to new possibilities. Care deeply about what is around you and put in the effort to make a positive impact. Remember that nobody has it all figured out, and it's okay to ask for help. Take time for yourself and find moments of pleasure throughout the day. Keep looking for new job opportunities and be open to change. Believe that you deserve success and take control of your own happiness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 20, no way! Lets talk about resolutions, why they might be super overrated and other stuff too! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Well, that was about as unexpected of an ending as can be Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What a wild experience and incredibly eye opening too about what is under the hood at our government these days. Let me tell you all about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Its been a staple of my schedule for years, I can't do without it, it includes popcorn and beer and email, and it is glorious. Let me tell you about the magic of "snack hour". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I never would have imagined that this would even turn into a side hustle so let me tell you how I got here, how you can nuture yours and what to expect along the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Perhaps my most bizarre gig ever, but man did I learn a ton from it. Come listen as you'll pick up some tips on how to make the most out of any job you'll ever have too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It almost feels like something they want you to fixate on to distract you from truly progressing because its not as useful as you think it is is and the more you own the title you have versus pining for the one that you want, the quicker you exceed your own expectations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I have been doing a lot, if not all the things, for a long time. This is how I have been juggling it all to the best of my ability and what I think you can do to help you chase your dreams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why she is the greatest thing that ever happened to me. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Find the cheat sheet that I'm going to walk you through and more here:  https://www.dropbox.com/sh/t70lm5i40z75m9j/AAD1tH5My_k-FlY7E3BQFUIxa?dl=0 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everything from corporate to relationships to running to parenting to cannabis and a few other jams. So come hang, they are your questions after all! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let's talk suggestions and offer some guidance on how to handle the frustration of not receiving a reply. Through a personal stories, I will happily (or not happily...) explain how to navigate unanswered messages with practical strategies for managing emotions (aka taking the high road), setting expectations, and turning a lack of response into something positive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's this funny feeling when you're a bit aloof and malaise. For me that is withdrawal from an addiction to appreciation. Let me explain how it works and why it could change everything for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your questions, answered, I hope! Y'all ask the best q's and here are my a's. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We can thrust our own opinions of what good looks like on others, and this include "working too hard". I've gotten this feedback and the question a ton, so let's talk about it because I think we get to define this for ourselves. Same as we would get to define happiness for ourselves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's is all about failure, and why it's not the end of the world. As much as we hate to admit it, we all fail at something at some point in our lives. It's not a pleasant feeling, but it's also not the end of the world. I share a personal story about my own experience with failure and how it led me to discover new opportunities and grow in ways I never imagined. Instead of dwelling on the negative, I turned my energy into something positive and learned from the experience. In this episode, I talk about the importance of reframing failure, and how it can actually be a valuable learning experience. Failure can teach us valuable lessons about ourselves and our approach to challenges. I also discuss how failure is a necessary step on the road to success. We often hear stories of successful people who have failed numerous times before finally achieving their goals. Failure is not a sign of weakness, but rather a sign of bravery and perseverance. Thanks for tuning in to this episode of Longwinded By Nature. I hope this episode has encouraged you to view failure in a new light. Remember, it's not the end of the world, but rather an opportunity to learn and grow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Far too long this was an incredibly sensitive topic. But lets get into what running with cannabis means (to me) and why I do it as often as I can. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The power of saying no. I've always been the type of person who wants to say yes to every opportunity that comes my way, but I've learned that saying no can be just as important, if not more so. In this episode, I'm sharing some personal stories and insights into why saying no can be a game-changer, and how it can help you focus on what really matters. First up, I'm talking about a time when I said yes to everything, and it ended up being a huge mistake. I was trying to please everyone and ended up burning out, feeling frustrated, and not getting anywhere. I realized that I needed to start saying no to some things so that I could focus on what was important and do it well. I also discuss how saying no can lead to unexpected opportunities. When you turn down something that's not quite right for you, it can open up space for something that is a perfect fit. I share some personal examples of how saying no has led to some of the best experiences of my life, and how it can work for you too. Finally, I'm talking about the power of boundaries and how saying no can help you set them. When you know your limits and what you're willing to accept, you can create a healthier work-life balance, have more time for the things you love, and be more productive in the long run. So, if you're feeling overwhelmed or like you're spreading yourself too thin, it's time to start saying no. In this episode, I share why it's important, how it's worked for me, and how it can work for you too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My boss just got fired. I thought his job was mine. Top 50 people in the company of 100,000 here I come... Nope. It was devastating and the best thing that ever happened to me. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If teen Timm could see me now ... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices