The Matt Townsend Show

Matt Townsend specializes in energizing and involving audiences with his unique approach to building and maintaining successful relationships. Known as one of America’s top presenters in the field of Human Relations and Development, Matt blends humor and story telling with interactive, real-life solutions that motivate and inspire his listeners.

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Negative Self-Talk Sep 23, 2013

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Feeling stressed out? Those negative thoughts in your mind may be to blame. Matt talks with Beverly Flaxington about calmness.

Employee Engagement Sep 23, 2013

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Matt talks with Robert Smith about employee engagement. What do you do when you feel "done" with a job, and just don't want to work it anymore? Is passive-aggressive laziness as effective as an employee strike?

Conscious Listening Sep 20, 2013

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We all don't do enough listening. Matt is out, but Kim Power Stilson sits down to talk with (or rather, listen to) Julian Treasure.

Story Telling Sep 18, 2013

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Matt talks with Pamela Rutledge. Also a look at BYU Radio's new "Apple Seed" show with Sam Payne. Story telling is a remarkable means by which humans can heal and cope. During difficult circumstances, stories bring individuals together as they cope through adversity. Stories can have emotional tugs to them that are often employed by marketers because of their power in prompting action. Every communication is some form of connection. Creating stories together can instill unity and efficiency amongst businesses and teams in the professional sphere. Having a "Genesis" story helps conjure identity and belonging.

Girls and Bullying Sep 17, 2013

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Matt talks with Signe Whitson, an author and expert on children and bullying. What role does gender play in teasing? Why some kinds of hazing may not be bullying. Bullying is an integral element in the adult world. Children are told to shun bullying, yet their parents are frequently caught up in this negative behavior. Names are always targets for bullies. Managing bullies is discussed on this episode.

Helping Kids Make Friends Sep 16, 2013

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Matt and the crew talk about imaginary friends and why kids make imaginary friends. They also talk about kids who personify their toys. Bryce talks about famous, successful people who didn't have friends, so what's the point of having friends? Matt speaks with guest Eileen Kennedy Moore and further investigates the topic of helping your children make friends and what parents can do to help their kids make friends and become sociable. Rob comes in to talk about bullying and how those who are bullying, or being bullied, often lack social skills. Matt then talks to Vanessa Joy about how to raise very talented children. Matt and the crew then wrap up the show talking about kids who wind up in "toxic relationships" at schoo.

Live: Women's Expo Sep 13, 2013

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Matt broadcasts live from the UVU Women's Expo. He talks with UVU's Jeremy Boden about how to find the right marriage partner, especially when you've been divorced and start courting again. The 8 reasons you might still be single. And Janeen Diamond shows how to "Save Your Marriage in 30." Can you believe some spouses who see a marriage counselor before ending an affair?

Socially Responsible Kids Sep 12, 2013

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Matt talks about what types of kids are disconnected socially with the team. Bryce does a rant about how everyone is insignificant. Matt interviews Michael Unger about why kids are so self-centered and how to connect kids back to reality. They also talk about if technology is making us all out of touch. Rob talks about examples in the news that show how it's not just kids, technology is making us all out of touch. Matt then talks to contributor Brooke Walker about how she teaches others to be socially responsible.

Love Styles Sep 11, 2013

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Matt and the team discuss what is true love. They listen to YouTube clip of man who wakes up from surgery and is totally in love with his wife who he thinks he's seeing for the first time. Bryce does a rant entitle "Dated Dating." Matt brings on guest Dr. Kelly Campbell to talk about understanding the complexities of love and still having hope. Rob talks about celebrity weddings that went bad. Dr. Paul Jenkins comes in as a contributor to talk about if love is a choice rather than a feeling. Paul Jenkins claims it is an attitude.

Fat Phobia Sep 10, 2013

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Matt and the crew talk about what people think of themselves when they look in the mirror and about the pros and cons of a "mirror fast." Matt speaks with guest Dr. Carolyn Ross about judging others who are fat and why people may be fat. It's not always their fault, most often it's because of a medical condition. Bryce also did a rant about how fat shaming doesn't work. Contributor and in studio guest, Meg Conley, came in to further discuss the issue with Matt.

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