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#406: March Madness 2025 with Matthew O'Daniels

Matthew McQueeny and Matthew O'Daniels talk all things March Madness 2025, including brackets, matchups, major storylines, and players to watch as it relates to NBA potential.

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#405: Tim Castano, Jayme Alfano Mulhern (Oscars 2025)

Join Matthew McQueeny, Tim Castano, and Jayme Alfano Mulhern for their 11th annual Mix-Minus Podcast Oscars special! Dive deep into the 2025 Academy Awards as our hosts explore each of the major categories and nominees. This year's Best Picture lineup includes "Anora," "The Brutalist," "A Complete Unknown," "Conclave," "Dune: Part Two," "The Substance," "Wicked," "Emilia Pérez," "I'm Still Here," and "Nickel Boys."

For Best Actor, the contenders are Ralph Fiennes in "Conclave," Sebastian Stan in "The Apprentice," Timothée Chalamet in "A Complete Unknown," Colman Domingo in "Sing Sing," and Adrien Brody in "The Brutalist." The Best Actress race features Fernanda Torres in "I'm Still Here," Demi Moore in "The Substance," Karla Sofía Gascón in "Emilia Pérez," Cynthia Erivo in "Wicked," and Mikey Madison in "Anora."

Supporting roles are fiercely contested with Zoe Saldana, Felicity Jones, Monica Barbaro, Ariana Grande, and Isabella Rossellini up for Best Supporting Actress, and Guy Pearce, Yuriy Borisov, Edward Norton, Kieran Culkin, and Jeremy Strong nominated for Best Supporting Actor.

In the directing field, Coralie Fargeat for "The Substance," James Mangold for "A Complete Unknown," Sean Baker for "Anora," Jacques Audiard for "Emilia Pérez," and Brady Corbet for "The Brutalist" have captured nominations. The screenplay categories heat up with Jacques Audiard, Greg Kwedar, Clint Bentley, James Mangold, Jay Cocks, Jesse Eisenberg, Coralie Fargeat, Tim Fehlbaum, Moritz Binder, Alex David, Sean Baker, and Brady Corbet battling it out for top honors.

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#404: Holiday Hackstravaganza

Matt talks about working to stem a terrible Instagram hack for his wife this past weekend, work-life and professional-personal balance, Youtube TV and the state of cable streaming, Adrian Wojnarowski, and so much more!

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#403: Soto Voce

Matt discusses the big news of Juan Soto joining the New York Mets in 2024 free agency, including contract details, negotiations, Soto's career to date, and similar player possibilities, including Mike Trout, Carlos Beltran, Frank Robinson, Miguel Cabrera, and Bryce Harper.

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#402: Thanksgiving Feels Late This Year

Matt talks recent business travels to Miami, Nashville, and Chicago, the current state of things in his life, the NFL season so far, the downtrodden New York Giants and Jets, and so much more!

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#401: Peter Clisby

Peter Clisby is a software architect in the technology world out of London, England.  Matt welcomes Peter in-studio to discuss their friendship, meeting all around the world, observations about America, road tripping, technology, career, family, and so much more!  

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#400: Keep Reaching into the Uncomfortable

In this special 400th episode, Matt delves into the NBA Playoffs, highlighting the Game 7 victories of the Indiana Pacers over the New York Knicks and the Minnesota Timberwolves over the Denver Nuggets, both impressive wins on the road. He reflects on his changing television and sports consumption habits, questioning whether the reduction in screen time is truly a bad thing.

He shares his recent experience with solar energy, discussing how his house has been powered by the sun for the past month. Matthew provides insights into monitoring power distribution through his Tesla PowerWall, the grid, and his new Tesla. Additionally, he talks about the joy and benefits of mountain biking, emphasizing the value of outdoor activities and the media opportunities they can create.

Finally, Matthew recounts his recent keynote speech at a digital marketing conference in New York City, offering a glimpse into his professional life and the key messages he delivered. Don't miss this milestone episode packed with diverse and engaging topics!

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#399: Victor Nichols

Victor M. Nichols is CEO/Publisher DMC Publishing LLC & PleOS Agency.  In this episode, Vic talks about growing up in New Jersey, serial entrepreneurship, leadership, sales, 40 years of rock and roll, publishing, mentoring, and so much more!

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#398: Matthew O'Daniels on March Madness 2024

Matt O'Daniels joins the show for the annual Mix-Minus NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament/March Madness breakdown and preview.

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#397: Solar

Matt talks about the process of having solar installed on his house, getting a new roof, and adding a Tesla Power as a failover generator.  The discussion hits on remembrances around Hurricane Sandy, the downsides of gas-powered generators, and his rules of the house when the power goes out.

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#396: Tim Castano, Jayme Alfano Mulhern (Oscars 2024)

Tim Castano and Jayme Alfano Mulhern join the show for the tenth year to talk Oscars 2024/96th Academy Awards, including nominees for Best Picture, Director, Actor/Actress in a Leading Role, Actor/Actress in a Supporting Role, and more.  Discussion touches on American Fiction, Anatomy of a Fall, Barbie, The Holdovers, Killers of the Flower Moon, Maestro, Oppenheimer, Past Lives, Poor Things, The Zone of Interest, and more!

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#395: Kansas City Chiefs' Glory, Patrick Mahomes' Legacy, and Oscar Buzz

Matthew McQueeny takes listeners on a deep dive into Super Bowl LVIII, celebrating the Kansas City Chiefs' monumental victory and their remarkable consistency at the pinnacle of the NFL, paralleling Patrick Mahomes' legacy with that of Michael Jordan. He offers a balanced view on the San Francisco 49ers' performance, reflecting on how narratives get built, resilience and the unpredictable nature of sports.  He also provides a personal anecdote of playing Madden NFL 24 against his nine-year old son that gave him cause for concern about the Chiefs . Shifting gears, McQueeny explores the cinematic landscape, reviewing a selection of Oscar-buzzed films including "Killers of the Flower Moon," "Barbie," and others, showcasing the breadth of this year's film achievements. Concluding on a societal note, he discusses the notable trend of young people embracing responsibility and early bedtimes.

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#394: Coast to Coast

Dive into the latest episode of Mix-Minus with host Matthew McQueeny as he discusses Day 1 of NFL Wild Card Weekend. Get the scoop on how the Houston Texans stunned the Cleveland Browns and the Kansas City Chiefs' icy victory over the Miami Dolphins. Matthew then shifts gears to share his excitement for the upcoming Boye & Company CMS Kickoff in sunny St. Pete Beach, Florida. But that's not all – join him as he reminisces about a special family trip to San Francisco for his younger brother's wedding, blending personal stories with sports insights. Plus, don't miss his take on the ongoing concerns surrounding the Boeing 737 Max planes.

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Game On: NBA 2023-24 Preview, NFL Week 8, and Nashville Adventures

Matthew McQueeny dives deep into the world of sports, conferences, and video hosting. First up, Matthew takes you on a slam dunk journey through the NBA as he previews the highly anticipated 2023-24 season. From rookie sensations to team dynamics and everything in between, get ready to lace up your basketball sneakers and join the hoop discussion!

Matt then switches gears to tackle the latest NFL happenings, dissecting the key matchups and storylines going into Week 8. 

Lastly, Matt shares his upcoming adventure as he heads to Nashville for an exciting conference. But it's not all work and no play; he's also set to host a video series for Kentico. 

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#392: Juicy Lucy

In this episode of the Mix-Minus Podcast, Matthew McQueeny takes us on a journey from the sprawling corridors of the Mall of America to the digital domain of the Sitecore MVP Summit. Celebrate with Matt as he reflects on his inaugural selection as a Sitecore MVP and the insights from his trip to Minneapolis. On the sports front, we dive deep into the NFL's Week 5 happenings, give you a sneak peek into Week 6, and discuss the ups and downs of New York's football scene. The Giants are off to a rocky start in 2023 - what's next for them? Meanwhile, the Jets appear to be holding onto hope, but for how long? And if you're a baseball aficionado, get ready for some eyebrow-raising statistics from the 2023 MLB regular season, highlighted with a fun segment of "Who are these guys?"

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#391: From Gridiron to Gadgets: Week 2 NFL Drama, Apple’s Latest, and a Boston Whirlwind

In this jam-packed episode, Matt McQueeny takes us on a thrilling journey through the sporting world and into the realms of tech and travel. Dive into the NFL's Week 2, where the Giants staged an unforgettable comeback and the Jets faced a daunting defeat. Before Week 3 kicks off, get Matt's expert predictions and insights. But it's not all football! Discover the latest innovations from Apple's September event, including the newly launched iPhone 15 and the groundbreaking features of iOS17 – ever heard of Standby Mode? Plus, get a peek into Matt's personal tech life as he unveils what’s on his bedside table. Finally, strap in for tales from a whirlwind 24-hour business trip to Boston in his Tesla. How did he manage to sleep and park in one of America's oldest cities without breaking the bank? Tune in to find out!

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#390: NFL Week 1 Recap/Week 2 Preview (2023), Little League & Upcoming Travels

Matt talks about the NFL's opening week of 2023, previews Week 2, provides his early impressions of the NFL Sunday Ticket experience on YouTube, talks about upcoming travel to Boston and other locations, head coaching in Little League, and much more.

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