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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Business Networking, Traveling With Kids, How We Learn May 01, 2015

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Business Networking (12:26) Jeff Rust is co-founder and CEO of Corporate Alliance, a membership-based organization that helps business leaders accelerate growth, foster relationships and create advocacy. Jeff is a leader in employee training and helping people get connected. Jeff studied Russian and International Law and Diplomacy at Brigham Young University. Mr. Rust joins Dr. Townsend to talk about the importance of business networking. Traveling With Kids (58:16) Aimee Chan is a magazine editor and writer who has worked on: CNN, Harper's Bazzar, ELLE, news.com.au and the Weekend Australian. She is the founder of the online family travel magazine: Suitcases and Strollers, which gives tips on how best to travel with children. Ben Carey: "How We Learn" (1:44:42) Benedict Carey is an award-winning science reporter who has been with the New York Times since 2004. He has written about health and science for 25 years. He is the author of: “How We Learn: The Surprising Truth About When, Where and Why it Happens." 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:58:16 - Traveling With Kids 01:104:42 - Ben Carey: "How We Learn"

Politics Like Sports, Stages of Love, Live from Women’s Conf. Apr 30, 2015

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Most Partisans Treat Politics Like Sports Rivalries (11:01) Dr. Patrick Miller, a University of Kansas assistant professor of political science. Earned his PhD and Masters in Political Science at North Carolina at Chapel Hill and his B.A from the College of William and Mary. Dr Miller talks about research he co-authored "Red and Blue States of Mind: Partisan Hostility and Voting in the United States.” The Three Stages of Love (58:06) Matt talks about the 3 Stages of Love and how identifying these stages can help us improve our relationships. Moving from stage to stage can be difficult unless you are prepared for the next step. Live from BYU Women’s Conference (1:33:28) The show was live at BYU Women’s Conference and Dr Matt Townsend talks with listeners of the Matt Townsend show. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:11:01 - Most Partisans Treat Politics Like Sports Rivalries(11:01) 00:58:06 - The ThreeStages of Love 01:93:28 - Live from BYU Women's Conference

Leader Success, Economics and Obesity, Managing Anger Apr 29, 2015

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Return on Character (20:32) Fred Kiel, PhD, co-founder of KRW International, is the author of "Return on Character: The Real Reason Leaders and their Companies Win" and coauthor of Moral Intelligence. Dr. Kiel has found that leaders with high character find high levels of achievements and companies that can be described at character-driven organizations are more successful. Can Changing Economic Factors Explain the Rise in Obesity? (56:32) Dr. Charles Courtemanche is an Assistant Professor of Economics in the Andrew Young School of Policy Studies at Georgia State University. He is a health economist and applied micro-economist with particular research interests in the economics of obesity, public policies to expand insurance coverage, and big box retailers. His research has been published in a variety of journals including the Economic Journal and Journal of Public Economics. Dr. Courtemanche talks with Dr Townsend about his research entitled “Can Changing Economic Factors Explain the Rise in Obesity?" How to Better Manage Anger (1:43:19) Dr. Paul Jenkins received his Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Brigham Young University in August 1995. He is a member of the American Psychological Association, the American Psychology-law Society, and the Utah Psychological Association. Dr. Paul and Dr. Matt discuss how to better deal with anger after the night of rioting in Baltimore April 27th. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:20:32 - Return on Character 00:56:32 - Can Changing Economic Factors Explain the Rise in Obesity? 01:103:19 - How to Better Manage Anger

Captain "Sully" Sullenberger, Minimalism, Failing Our Boys Apr 28, 2015

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Captain "Sully" Sullenberger - Airline Safety (10:39) Captain Chesley Burnett "Sully" Sullenberger is a retired airline captain, aviation safety expert and accident investigator, best-selling author, speaker and consultant. He was hailed as a national hero when he successfully executed an emergency water landing of US Airways Flight 1549 in the Hudson River off Manhattan, New York City, after the aircraft was disabled by striking a flock of Canada geese during its initial climb out of LaGuardia Airport on January 15, 2009. All of the 155 passengers and crew aboard the aircraft survived. Mr. Sullenberger speaks on airline safety, his experience as an airline pilot, and about the recent Germanwings plane accident in France. Joshua Becker - Becoming Minimalist (57:48) Joshua Becker is a writer, blogger, speaker, pastor, husband, and father of four. The family lives a minimalist lifestyle, with fewer objects and less clutter. He is the bestselling author of “Simplify” and “Clutterfree with Kids”. Dr. Mark Sherman - Our Boys' Struggles (1:45:12) Dr. Sherman received a PhD in psychology from Harvard University and taught at the State University of New York at New Paltz for more than 25 years. He regularly writes posts for the Good Men Project and Psychology Today on the blog, Real Men Don't Write Blogs. He is also a member of a group devoted to the establishment of a White House Council on Boys and Men. Dr. Sherman talks with Dr. Townsend about the ways our society is not helping our boys become the men they could be.

Politics, Exercise Reduces Stress, Being a Better In-Law Apr 27, 2015

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News and Politics (11:11) Joe Cannon, CEO of Fuel Freedom Foundation, former Chairman of the Utah Republican Party, past assistant administrator in the US EPA, and editor of the Deseret News. Joe talks current political news including Hillary Clinton and her possible issues involving the Clinton Global Initiative. How Exercise Helps Reduce Stress (57:08) Dr. Philip Holmes is a professor of psychology in the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences. Holmes also chairs the Neuroscience Program of the Biomedical and Health Sciences Institute. He most recently published his study on exercise and stress in February and joins Dr. Townsend to discuss the findings. Being a Better In-law (1:43:26) 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 be a better mother or father-in-law. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:11:11 - News and Politics 00:57:08 - HowExercise Helps Reduce Stress 01:103:26 - Being a Better In-law

Technology News, More School, Facebook and Depression Apr 24, 2015

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Technology News (11:56) Jay McFarland joins Dr. Matt to discuss the latest developments in technology and technology related news. Jay is a radio host whose career has taken him to Nevada and Dallas and now has him on the air with a daily show called The Browsers on KSL NewsRadio in Salt Lake City. In addition to his daily radio show Jay has also authored two books, "Freedom Ain't Free" and "Joyful Union," and he has created several popular apps and games for the iPhone and iPad devices. Jay and Dr. Matt talk about The Apple Watch and Googles new wireless service “Google Fi.” More School Leads to More Intelligence (57:35) Dr. David T. Baker is a professor of Educational Theory and Policy and Sociology at Penn State University College of Education. His research focuses on the impact of education on individuals and societies, international comparisons of school organization, academic outcomes and educational policies. His most recent book is "The Schooled Society: The Educational Transformation of Global Culture." D. Baker talks about intelligence and schooling and more schooling has influenced our society. Rod Gustafson: Parent Previews (1:21:32) Rod Gustafson from Parent Previews.com joins the show to look at what is new in theaters and on DVD. Dr Matt and Rod talk about The Age of Adeline and Taken 3. Social Media and Depression (1:44:12) Dr. Partick Ferrucci is a Professor in Department of Communication at Bradley University in Peoria, IL. He has a BA in sociology from Providence College, MA in journalism from Emerson College and PhD in journalism from University of Missouri's School of Journalism. Dr. Ferrucci has spent roughly nine years as a professional journalist covering music and other aspects of popular culture for newspapers and magazines, primarily in the northeast. His research examines the intersection of technology, economics and news. Today he talks about the effect social media like Facebook on an individuals mental health. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:11:56 - Technology News 00:57:35 - More School Leads to More Intelligence 01:81:32 - Rod Gustafson: Parent Previews 01:104:12 - Social Media andDepression

Cancer Research, Self Sabotage, Expand a Child's Boundaries Apr 23, 2015

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New Cancer Research (11:21) Dr. Robert Antbacka, a surgical oncologist at the Huntsman Institute, Associate professor in the Division of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery at the University of Utah School of Medicine and a surgeon and investigator with Intermountain Healthcare and Huntsman Cancer Institute. Dr. Antbacka may be close to finding a cure using a process that involves injecting live viruses into the patient’s skin. Are You Sabotaging Yourself? (58:40) Michael Bundrant, founder of iNLP Center which specializes in online NLP certification. He is an NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming) Master Practitioner, IAN Fellow Trainer and retired psychotherapist. Michael talks with Dr. Townsend about how we may be sabotaging ourselves by holding on to our negative past. Expanding a Child's Boundaries (1:44:33) Heather Johnson M.S., has been an adjunct faculty member at Brigham Young University for nearly 10 years. She is passionate about teaching students the principles behind successful families and the importance of families spending time together. Heather and Dr.Matt talk about when the time's right to expand a child's boundaries. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:11:21 - NewCancer Research 00:58:40 - Are You Sabotaging Yourself? 01:104:33 - Expanding a Child's Boundaries

Religion and Presidents, Pregnancy Brain, Teens Online Apr 22, 2015

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Religion and the Presidency (11:23) Dr. Gary Smith Ph.D., American History from Johns Hopkins University and is currently a Professor of History at Grove City College in Pennsylvania. Dr. Smith is the author of "Religion in the Oval Office: The Religious Lives of American Presidents" and he helps us understand the impact religion has played in the presidency. Pregnancy Brain (58:12) Dr. Michael Larson is a clinical neuropsychologist with research interests in cognitive control functioning. He received his PhD from the University of Florida, his MS from the University of Florida and his BS from BYU. A lapse of memory during a pregnancy is sometime labeled "pregnancy brain". Dr. Michael Larson has conducted research that shows that pregnancy brain may not be a real condition but more a manifestation of an individual's natural forgetfulness. Ideal Parenting Style for Teen Online Safety (1:43:16) Dr. Pamela Wisniewski, post-doctoral scholar and researcher at Penn State's College of Information Sciences and Technology for a new project on adolescent online safety. How much should parents intervene in their children’s social media activity? Dr. Wisniewski believes that, "As teens get older, parental monitoring software is no longer a viable solution to let parents know what their teens are doing online." 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:11:23 - Religion and the Presidency 00:58:12 - Pregnancy Brain 01:103:16 - Ideal Parenting Style for Teen Online Safety

Bible Accuracy, Discrimination Etiquette, Social Media and Kids Apr 21, 2015

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Text Accuracy of A.D Bible (13:27) Dr. Eric Huntsman, Professor of ancient scripture and near eastern studies at BYU. He received B.A. in Classical Greek and Latin from Brigham Young University, an M.A. Ancient History, University of Pennsylvania, and his Ph.D. in Ancient History, University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Huntsman talks about the TV series A. D The Bible Continues and how accurate it is to the original text. The Petty Etiquette of Discrimination (58:20) Noah Berlatsky is a contributing writer for The Atlantic. He edits the online comics-and-culture website The Hooded Utilitarian. He joins Dr. Townsend to talk about his article The Petty Etiquette of Discrimination which discusses how society discriminates on large and small scales. Changing social norms requires establishing new social etiquette on how we end petty interactions. Coaching Corner: Social Media and Kids (1:46:31) Everyone is busy and making time for meetings or family time can be tough. Sometimes the best way to reach the kids or grandkids is by texting or using social media. Dr. Townsend is preparing for a presentation on better ways to use technology and/or social media and shares some of the things he has learned in the process. Dr. Townsend talks about parents using social media to engage with their kids. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:13:27 - Text Accuracy ofA.D Bible 00:58:20 - The Petty Etiquette of Discrimination 01:106:31 - Coaching Corner: Social Media and Kids

Politics, Easy-to-Build Wheelchair, Dealing with Let Downs Apr 20, 2015

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Joe Cannon: News and Politics (11:13) Joe Cannon, CEO of Fuel Freedom Foundation, former Chairman of the Utah Republican Party, past assistant administrator in the US EPA, and editor of the Deseret News. Joe talks current political news including Hillary Clinton declaring for her presidential run and who could challenge her. Easy-To-Build Wheelchairs (1:01:32) Led by Dr. Mark Colton, 5 Undergraduate BYU Engineering Students have just completed a Capstone project that resulted in a light-weight, more affordable, do-it-yourself wheelchair. It’s adjustable, it’s mobile and it costs under $500. Dr. Mark Colton received his PhD in mechanical engineering from the University of Utah, with an emphasis on haptic interfaces. While completing his PhD, he served as a Visiting Instructor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Brigham Young University. Dealing With a Let Down (1:47:21) F. Diane Barth, L.C.S.W., is a psychotherapist and psychoanalyst in private practice in New York City where she works with adults and adolescents, individuals and families. She has a B.A. and an M.S.W. from Columbia University and graduated as a certified psychoanalyst from the Psychoanalytic Institute of the Postgraduate Center. She wrote the book Daydreaming: Unlock the Creative Power of Your Mind. She talks about how to deal with the ups and downs of life. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:11:13 - Joe Cannon: News and Politics 01:61:32 - Easy-To-Build Wheelchairs 01:107:21 - Dealing With a Let Down

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