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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Federal Land, MMA Mom, Kathy vs. The Millennials Aug 21, 2015

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Federal Land Robert Keiter, the Director, Wallace Stegner Center of Land, Resources, and the Environment, and law professor at the University of Utah, Robert Keiter is an expert in natural resource law. The US federal government owns 640 million acres of land- that sum adds up to about 28% of the nation. The more shocking numbers come from the vast difference in the federal ownership of western states vs the rest of the nation. The federal government owns 47% of 11 western states while only owning 4% in the other states. Robert Keiter discusses the debate over federal lands and what the future of this disagreement could be. Erica Grover: The MMA Mom (12:33) Erica Grover is a mother of 3 and a professional MMA fighter. She won her first professional fight earlier this year when she defeated Jenna Bernick via KO/TKO at 2:57 of Round 1. Erica joins the show to explain what it is like to take on the challenge of MMA fighting. Parent Previews (52:07) Rod Gustafson from Parent Previews joins the show to look at what is new in theaters this week. Kathy Aiken and Rod talk about Rod's Top Five Family Movies Kathy vs. The Millennials (1:03:34) Kathy Aiken talk with two student producers of The Matt Townsend Show, Caitlin Thomas and Kaylee Daines. Today's topic is how dating has changed from 30 years ago vs how Millennials use technology to find a date. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:12:33 - Erica Grover: The MMA Mom 00:52:07 - Parent Previews 01:63:34 - Kathy vs. The Millennials

Trump Debate Style, Genes and Addiction, Givers v. Takers Aug 20, 2015

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Presidential Debates and Donald Trump (10:38) Dr. Ben Voth is an Associate Prof at Southern Methodist University of Corporate Communications and Public Affairs division. Director of Debate and an advisor to the Bush Institute. Voth works with a variety of individuals such as Holocaust survivors, national speech champions, top speakers in debate, community advocates, and government leaders to ensure that the human value of being heard is instilled. His research in rhetoric and argumentation studies helps clarify how persuasion can work to improve society, whether discerning the symbolic processes driving genocide around the globe or understanding how comedy relieves our sense of anxiety about politics. Today he gives his analysis of Donald Trumps debate style Family, Genes, Addiction (58:08) Dr. J. Dee Higley is a Professor of Psychology at Brigham Young University. He received his Ph.D. in Child Development and Primate Behavior from the University of Wisconsin. For nearly two decades, Dr. Higley headed the National Institutes of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism’s intramural nonhuman primate research program. Dr. Higgly talks with Dr. Townsend about Family, Genes, Addiction. Are You a Giver or a Taker? (1:42:55) Dr. Pamela Paresky is a Psychologist and Director of the Aspen Center for Human Development, Pamela Paresky, is here to help us understand what factors genuinely motivate people by describing a study done by Adam Grant that divides working world into three groups of people: Givers, Takers, and Matchers. Dr. Paresky received her PhD in Human Development and Psychology from the University of Chicago and has spent the past twenty years investigating the source of both optimal performance and a life worth living. Dr. Paresky talks about what motivates us and if we are givers or takers.

Teens and Technology, Job Insecurity, Prenatal Development Aug 19, 2015

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Teens and Technology (13:38) Dr. Ben Hickerson is a Professor at Penn State in the college of health and human development. He research focuses on the correlation of physical activity in built and natural environments, physical activity in youth summer camps, & leisure and technology. He earned his Ph.D., Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Management, North Carolina State University. Dr. Hickerson and Dr. Townsend talk about new research in how technology is impacting teens. Job Insecurity (54:37) Dr. Allison Pugh is Associate Professor of Sociology. Her research and teaching focus on how people adapt in their intimate lives to broad socio-economic trends such as increasing insecurity, commercialization, overwork, and risk. Prof. Pugh’s study on job precariousness, is entitled "The Tumbleweed Society: Working and Caring in an Age of Insecurity." Dr. Pugh talks about how insecurity in the workplace leads to stress on family life. How Men May Help in Prenatal Development (1:29:25) Sachiko Koyama, the Associate Research Professor in the Medical Science Program at Indiana University, received her doctorate from the University of Tokyo in 1995 and is here today to tell us about an experiment she has conducted on mice that suggests that “male \[pheromones] may contribute to offspring’s mental development before pregnancy.” Dr. Matt's Coaches Corner (1:44:34) Dr. Townsend discusses the findings of Dr. Sachiko Koyama and how pheromones play a part in the health and development of a child. Dr. Townsend goes in depth as to why Dads matter in the life of a kid.

Aspartame, Back to School, Functional Medicine Aug 18, 2015

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Aspartame (13:21) Andrea is a Registered Dietitian; she graduated from BYU with a Bachelor’s of Science in Dietetics and completed an internship at the University of Idaho. She is currently working at the University of Utah hospital as a clinical dietitian in the cardiac ICU and medical units. She also writes a blog titled "The Baking Dietitian". Her blog focuses on sharing healthy recipes, workouts and nutrition/health/fitness tips with her readers. Her philosophy on nutrition is simple: Everything in Moderation. She promotes living a healthy and happy lifestyle while letting yourself indulge every once in a while. Today Andrea talks with Dr. Townsend about the pro and cons of Aspartame and why some companies are taking it out of food. Transitioning Kids from Summer to School (1:03:08) Dr. Hank Smith consults with schools and companies & speaks at assemblies for elementary, junior high, and high schools around the country. Has authored many books and audio CDs and speaks for tens of thousands of youth each year. Dr. Smith shares ideas of how to prepare your kids for a successful school year. Functional Medicine (1:40:35) Ron Hager is an Associate Professor of Exercise Sciences in the College of Life Sciences at Brigham Young University. His area is expertise is Chronic Disease Prevention. Today he talks with Dr. Townsend about Functional Medicine 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:13:21 - Aspartame 01:63:08 - Transitioning Kids from Summer to School 01:100:35 - Functional Medicine (1:40:35)

Trump Effect, Baseball, Movies, Kathy vs. the Millennials Aug 14, 2015

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The Trump Effect (12:00) Dr. Steve Albrecht is internationally-known for his writing, speaking, and training on workplace violence and school violence prevention. He manages a San Diego-based firm specializing in high-risk HR, security, and work culture issues. He holds a doctorate in Business Administration, an MA in Security Management, a BS in Psychology, and a BA in English. He has written 17 books, including Ticking Bombs: Defusing Violence in the Workplace, one of the first books on workplace violence subject. He worked for the San Diego Police Department for 15 years. Dr. Albrecht and Dr. Townsend discuss The Trump Effect and workplace violence Kids and Baseball (55:08) Coach Mike Littlewood, BYU baseball coach since 2012, played third base for BYU from 1985-88. He was named All-Western Athletic Conference as a junior and All-WAC and All-Region 9 as a senior. Following his senior season, Littlewood was selected in the 27th round of the 1988 Major League Baseball Draft and spent a season in the Milwaukee Brewers organization. He joins the show to talk about the decline in youth baseball participation. Rod Gusftason and Movies (1:39:03) Rod Gustafson from Parent Previews joins the show to look at what is new in theaters this week. Dr Matt and Rod talk about the movies The Man From U.N.C.L.E and Shawn the Sheep Kathy vs. the Millennials (1:50:16) Kathy Aiken is not very knowledgable on all things millennial. Student producers Lizz Miller and Liana Tan educated Kathy on some current trends. The producers quiz Kathy on 90’s kids childhood versus Kathy’s childhood 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:55:08 - Kids and Baseball 01:99:03 - Rod Gusftason and Movies 01:110:16 - Kathy vs. the Millennials

China, What Happened to Golf, Technology Intentionally Aug 13, 2015

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China: Friend or Foe (11:05) Dr. Eric Hyer is an Associate professor in the Department of Political Science at Brigham Young University and the Coordinator for Asian Studies. His research focuses on China's foreign relations. He has authored many articles on China’s arms sales, territorial issues, and US-China relations. Today he helps to break through the misconceptions we may have about the people and culture of China. Where Did the Golf Go? (45:07) Bob Casper is the son of legendary golfer, Billy Casper. He is the host of “Real Golf Radio.” You can listen to his show online or on American Forces Radio Network. Bob joins Kathy Aiken to talk about the decline of golf in America. Technology Intentionally (1:27:31) Dr. Christine Carter, Sociologist and senior fellow at UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center. Dr. Carter says, “social media can foster positive emotions—and positive emotions reduce stress, help us relax, give us energy, and lend our lives meaning and fulfillment.” Dr. Carter is the author of The Sweet Spot: How to Find Your Groove at Work and Home and Raising Happiness. Today she is here to tell us about her Psychology Today article, “Don’t Fool Yourself: Use Technology Intentionally.” 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:11:05 - China: Friend or Foe 00:45:07 - Where Did the Golf Go? 01:87:31 - Technology Intentionally

Anger, Teaching in North Korea, Crucial Accountability Aug 12, 2015

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Gary Chapman - Anger (12:30) Dr. Gary Chapman is a nationwide marriage counselor, pastor, seasoned writer, and author of the New York Times bestseller, The Five Love Languages: How to Express Heartfelt Commitment to Your Mate. Dr. Chapman holds Bachelors and Masters degrees in anthropology from Wheaton College and Wake Forest University, MRE and PhD degrees from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and has completed postgraduate work at the University of North Carolina and Duke University. His book has been read by millions throughout the nation so you have probably heard the concepts of the 5 Love Languages sometime within your casual conversations. He is here today to talk about his new book Anger: Taming a Powerful Emotion which can help us know how to positively deal with Anger. Teaching in North Korea (57:40) Suki Kim is a TED speaker and the author of a New York Times bestselling investigative memoir, Without You, There Is No Us, My Time with the Sons of North Korean Elite. Her first novel, The Interpreter, was a finalist for a PEN Hemingway Prize. Since 2002, she has travelled to North Korea as a writer, witnessing both Kim Jong-il’s 60th Birthday celebrations as well as his death at age 69. Her essays and articles have appeared in the New York Times, Harper’s, and the New York Review of Books. She has been the recipient of a Guggenheim, a Fulbright, and an Open Society fellowship. Born and raised in Seoul, she lives in New York. Today she talks with Dr. Townsend about her time teaching in North Korea. Crucial Accountability (1:41:12) Joseph Grenny, leading social scientist, and New York Times bestselling author, Joseph Grenny. Along with Crucial Accountability, you can read more of his bestselling books such as Crucial Conversations, Influencer, and Change Anything. Joseph Greeny joins the show to speak about his New York Times bestselling book, “Crucial Accountability.”

Paranoia, Effective Networking, Archaeology of Misbehavior Aug 11, 2015

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Paranoia (10:24) Dr. David J. LaPorte is a Professor at Indiana University of Pennsylvania School of Psychology. He earned his PhD, Temple University in Clinical Psychology. Dr. LaPorte studies Paranoia, schizophrenia, eating disorders, forensic psychology, and neuropsychology. Dr. LaPorte discusses if Americans are becoming more paranoid. The Bottle Cap Kid (55:57) David Bradford is Executive Chairman of HireVue, the leader in providing on-demand digital interviewing. Prior to taking the Chairman’s role, Bradford served as chief executive officer of HireVue. During his tenure at HireVue, company sales increased over 200 percent, the company raised over $47 million in capital and the Company became the de facto standard in digital interviewing. In 2009 and 2010 Mr. Bradford served as chief executive officer and chairman of Fusion-io. Mr. Bradford shares his story of how he became a CEO by working hard and networking The Archaeology of Misbehavior (1:42:04) Dr. Frank Ninivaggi is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Child Psychiatry at the Yale University School of Medicine Child Study Center in New Haven, Connecticut, member of the Yale-New Haven Community Medical Group, and the Medical Director of the Devereux Glenholme School in Washington, Connecticut. He has many publications including his most recent books, Biomental Child Development: Perspectives on Psychology and Parenting, and Envy Theory. Dr. Ninivaggi joins Dr. Townsend to talk about his lates blog post about The Archaeology of Misbehavior.

Trump v. Fiorina, Attractive Qualities, Sensitive Disagreement Aug 10, 2015

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Politics (13:21) Joe Cannon is the CEO of the Fuel Freedom Foundation, former Chairman of the Utah Republican Party, past assistant administrator in the US EPA, and editor of the Deseret News. Joe recaps the first GOP debate and how the response has been to Donald Trumps comments What Makes a Person Attractive (58:55) Dr. Hendrie Weisinger is trained in clinical, counseling, and organizational psychology. He is the author of The New York Times Bestseller Nobody's Perfect, The Power of Positive Criticism, and his latest book “Performing under Pressure: the science of doing your best when it matters most”. He's appeared on The Today Show, Good Morning America, and Oprah, and written for newspapers and magazines such as The Wall Street Journal and TV Guide. Today Dr. Weisinger talks about what makes a person attractive. Sensitive Disagreement (1:44:06) Kim Giles, President and founder of Clarity Point Life Coaching. Named one of the top 20 advice gurus in the country by Good Morning America in 2010. Writes a regular column on KSL.com every Monday in the Happy Living Section. Author of the Book Choosing Clarity: A Path to Fearlessness. Today Kim and Dr. Matt talk about how to have a disagreement on a sensitive topic with your spouse.

American Dream, When to Get Married, Matt vs. Millennials Aug 07, 2015

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American Dream is Dead? (15:07) Dr. Carol Hostetter is a professor at Indiana University in the School of Social Work. Her clinical experience dates back to 1977 at which time she earned her MSW. She teaches undergraduate research, practice, groups, and a child welfare seminar. Her research interests are in the education and training needs of child welfare workers and empowerment beliefs of social work students. Dr. Hostetter is also involved in the scholarship of teaching and learning, especially concerning online education. Dr. Townsend and Dr. Hostetter discuss how young people view the American Dream. When to Get Married (57:10) Dr. Nicholas H. Wolfinger is Professor of Family and Consumer Studies and Adjunct Professor of Sociology at the University of Utah. He received his undergraduate degree at the University of California, Berkeley and his Ph.D. at UCLA, both in sociology. Today he shares his research on when is the right time to get married. Parent Previews (1:41:48) Rod Gustafson from Parent Previews joins the show to look at what is new in theaters this week. Dr Matt and Rod talk about the movies Fantastic Four and Ricki and The Flash. Matt vs. the Millennials (1:53:31) Dr. Matt Townsend is not very knowledgable on all things millennial. Student producers Lizz Miller and Kaylee Daines will educated Matt on some current language used by young people. They will also explain the origin of kissing.

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