Keep Swinging with Matt Stucko
98 episodes - English - Latest episode: 17 days ago - ★★★★★ - 108 ratingsWelcome to Keep Swinging with Matt Stucko! This podcast features interviews with elite athletes, entertainers, business owners and content creators to motivate and inspire others to unlock their best self. Guests share their success stories and easy ways listeners can apply best practices to help them get closer to their goal. Matt Stucko is a four-time Emmy Award-winning content creator with nearly 20 years of experience in the number one media market in the United States. He's achieved success as an on-air host, reporter, writer, producer, editor and as social media talent. His career is highlighted by winning back-to-back Emmy Awards as talent/producer for Best Sports Interview. Stucko brings his passion for creating media to the Keep Swinging podcast where listeners can find helpful ways to chase their passion and find success!
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First athlete with Down syndrome to become an Ironman Chris Nikic and training partner Dan Grieb
March 29, 2021 10:00 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MBIn November 2020, Chris Nikic became the first athlete with Down syndrome to become an Ironman. Nikic's story is remarkable from beginning to end. The Ironman is joined by his close friend and training partner Dan Grieb, who is a five-time Ironman finisher himself, to detail his heroic day in sports, his %1 Better mentality and shares a powerful message for the viewers and listeners of Keep Swinging with Matt Stucko.
BONUS CONTENT: NHL veteran James van Riemsdyk
March 25, 2021 10:00 - 10 minutes - 7.02 MBBONUS CONTENT! Philadelphia Flyers left winger and former 2nd overall NHL draft pick James van Riemsdyk has over 500 career total points during his 12+ seasons as a professional hockey player. Now, JVR is off to one of the hottest starts of his career as a veteran in the league. The former middle school and high school classmates from Middletown, NJ linked up for a fun episode of Keep Swinging. After listening to the full interview and this bonus content, you'll find yourself inspired, motiv...
BONUS CONTENT! NHL veteran James van Riemsdyk plays Pepper
March 25, 2021 10:00 - 10 minutes - 7.02 MBBONUS CONTENT! Philadelphia Flyers left winger and former 2nd overall NHL draft pick James van Riemsdyk has over 500 career total points during his 12+ seasons as a professional hockey player. Now, JVR is off to one of the hottest starts of his career as a veteran in the league. The former middle school and high school classmates from Middletown, NJ linked up for a fun episode of Keep Swinging. After listening to the full interview and this bonus content, you'll find yourself inspired, motiv...
James van Riemsdyk's Journey to the NHL
March 22, 2021 10:00 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MBJames van Riemsdyk's love for hockey began in Middletown, NJ where he grew up on the Jersey Shore. His drive and passion would lead him to being selected 2nd overall in the 2007 NHL Draft. He's achieved the remarkable feat of playing over 10 years in the NHL. In this episode of Keep Swinging, JVR shares his hockey journey, how he's been able to stay so consistent and what has been the driving force behind his 500+ points total for his career that also includes representing the United States ...
BONUS CONTENT: Emergency backup goalie David Ayres
February 25, 2021 11:00 - 6 minutes - 4.58 MBBONUS CONTENT! Emergency backup goalie David Ayers had one of the most memorable nights in sports history on February 22, 2020. The 42-year-old's performance on Hockey Night in Canada in Toronto in the midset of a playoff race was voted the Best Feel-Good Moment in 2020 by fans. After listening to the full Keep Swinging interview and this bonus content, you'll find yourself inspired, motivated, and with a new favorite player. Ayers plays a round of Pepper in this week's bonus content to get...
BONUS CONTENT! Emergency backup goalie David Ayres plays Pepper!
February 25, 2021 11:00 - 6 minutes - 4.58 MBBONUS CONTENT! Emergency backup goalie David Ayers had one of the most memorable nights in sports history on February 22, 2020. The 42-year-old's performance on Hockey Night in Canada in Toronto in the midset of a playoff race was voted the Best Feel-Good Moment in 2020 by fans. After listening to the full Keep Swinging interview and this bonus content, you'll find yourself inspired, motivated, and with a new favorite player. Ayers plays a round of Pepper in this week's bonus content to get...
NHL's Best Feel-Good Moment winner David Ayres
February 22, 2021 11:00 - 39 minutes - 27.5 MBOn February 22, 2020, 42-year-old David Ayres got the phone call of his life. It was Hockey Night in Canada in Toronto with the Carolina Hurricanes and Toronto Maple Leafs in the midst of a tight playoff race. Both Hurricanes goalies suffered injuries by the second period and they needed to bring in an emergency backup goalie. Ayers was their man. The magical performance by Ayers in Toronto ended up being voted by NHL fans the Best Feel-Good Moment in 2020. This episode of 'Keep Swinging' is...
NHL's Best Feel-Good Moment winner David Ayers
February 22, 2021 11:00 - 39 minutes - 27.5 MBOn February 22, 2020, 42-year-old David Ayres got the phone call of his life. It was Hockey Night in Canada in Toronto with the Carolina Hurricanes and Toronto Maple Leafs in the midst of a tight playoff race. Both Hurricanes goalies suffered injuries by the second period and they needed to bring in an emergency backup goalie. Ayers was their man. The magical performance by Ayers in Toronto ended up being voted by NHL fans the Best Feel-Good Moment in 2020. This episode of 'Keep Swinging' is...
BONUS CONTENT! Pitching Ninja plays Pepper!
February 19, 2021 11:00 - 7 minutes - 5.43 MBBONUS CONTENT! Rob Friedman, better known as Pitching Ninja, is one of the most influential and fastest-growing social media stars in sports. If you follow him on any of his platforms, you know @PitchingNinja is all about entertaining and educating. After listening to the full Keep Swinging interview and this bonus content, you will learn Friedman is a hardworking individual who is just getting started in sports. Pitching Ninja plays a round of Pepper in this week's bonus content to get you ...
BONUS CONTENT: Pitching Ninja
February 19, 2021 11:00 - 7 minutes - 5.43 MBBONUS CONTENT! Rob Friedman, better known as Pitching Ninja, is one of the most influential and fastest-growing social media stars in sports. If you follow him on any of his platforms, you know @PitchingNinja is all about entertaining and educating. After listening to the full Keep Swinging interview and this bonus content, you will learn Friedman is a hardworking individual who is just getting started in sports. Pitching Ninja plays a round of Pepper in this week's bonus content to get you ...
Pitching Ninja: Meet Rob Friedman
February 17, 2021 11:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MBRob Friedman, better known as Pitching Ninja, turned his love of baseball and passion for educating into one of the biggest online social media followings in sports. While his largest audience is on Twitter - using the handle @PitchingNinja - Friedman continues to build his reputation inside clubhouses and with fans on various digital platforms. He's the founder and CEO of the FlatGround Pitching app which helps improves skills and showcases talents by the power of social media to break down...
BONUS CONTENT! Content creator and pro player Robby Rowland
January 21, 2021 11:00 - 14 minutes - 9.67 MBBONUS CONTENT! Professional pitcher and content creator Robby Rowland has absolutely dominated the digital space with nearly 500,000 followers combined on his platforms. After listening to the full Keep Swinging interview and this bonus content, you'll be inspired to create and be yourself! Robby Rowland plays a round of pepper in this week's bonus content to get you pumped up!
BONUS CONTENT: Content creator and pro player Robby Rowland
January 21, 2021 11:00 - 14 minutes - 9.67 MBBONUS CONTENT! Professional pitcher and content creator Robby Rowland has absolutely dominated the digital space with nearly 500,000 followers combined on his platforms. After listening to the full Keep Swinging interview and this bonus content, you'll be inspired to create and be yourself! Robby Rowland plays a round of pepper in this week's bonus content to get you pumped up!
Grow Your Social Media!
January 18, 2021 11:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MBRobby Rowland has nearly 500,000 followers across all of his social media platforms. While he's a former third-round MLB Draft pick of the Arizona Diamondbacks and pro pitcher, he's become known for turning his athletic skills into a passion for creating content. In this episode of Keep Swinging, Rowland shares valuable tips and strategies on how to grow your social media platforms. This conversation with Rowland is a must-listen, especially for those who are looking to build their brand or ...
BONUS CONTENT! Artist Micah Johnson plays Pepper!
January 14, 2021 11:00 - 7 minutes - 4.88 MBBONUS CONTENT! Pepper was one of Micah Johnson's favorite games to play while he was in professional baseball. Now, the MLB player turned artist plays another type of game with the same name. Micah Johnson plays a round of pepper in this week's bonus content to get you pumped up!
BONUS CONTENT: Aku creator Micah Johnson
January 14, 2021 11:00 - 7 minutes - 4.88 MBBONUS CONTENT! Pepper was one of Micah Johnson's favorite games to play while he was in professional baseball. Now, the MLB player turned artist plays another type of game with the same name. Micah Johnson plays a round of pepper in this week's bonus content to get you pumped up!
MLB player turned Artist Micah Johnson
January 11, 2021 11:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBMicah Johnson is a former major league baseball player turned self-taught figurative artist. The 30-year-old played professional baseball for seven years and at the big league level with the Chicago White Sox, Los Angeles Dodgers, and Braves. In 2013, he stole the most bases in pro baseball with 84. In 2018, he left baseball for art. As noted on his Art Angels bio, his new journey is to inspire a broader demographic around the subjects of racial equality, chasing your dreams without limitati...
MLB player turned Artist & Aku creator Micah Johnson
January 11, 2021 11:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBMicah Johnson is a former major league baseball player turned self-taught figurative artist. The 30-year-old played professional baseball for seven years and at the big league level with the Chicago White Sox, Los Angeles Dodgers, and Braves. In 2013, he stole the most bases in pro baseball with 84. In 2018, he left baseball for art. As noted on his Art Angels bio, his new journey is to inspire a broader demographic around the subjects of racial equality, chasing your dreams without limitati...
BONUS CONTENT! The Sandlot star Patrick Renna plays Pepper!
January 07, 2021 11:00 - 7 minutes - 5.37 MBBONUS CONTENT! Actor and producer Patrick Renna has had an incredible career in the entertainment industry. He hit the scene as a star in The Sandlot playing Hamilton Porter and is now in the content creation game as a YouTuber and podcaster. After listening to the full Keep Swinging interview and this bonus content, you will learn more about Renna's amazing journey and tips on what you can do to have longevity like Renna in your own career. Patrick Renna plays a round of pepper in this week...
BONUS CONTENT: The Sandlot star Patrick Renna
January 07, 2021 11:00 - 7 minutes - 5.37 MBBONUS CONTENT! Actor and producer Patrick Renna has had an incredible career in the entertainment industry. He hit the scene as a star in The Sandlot playing Hamilton Porter and is now in the content creation game as a YouTuber and podcaster. After listening to the full Keep Swinging interview and this bonus content, you will learn more about Renna's amazing journey and tips on what you can do to have longevity like Renna in your own career. Patrick Renna plays a round of pepper in this week...
The Sandlot star Patrick Renna shares his amazing journey in entertainment
January 04, 2021 11:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBFrom starring as Hamilton Porter in The Sandlot to guest-starring as Cupcake in the TV series GLOW, actor Patrick Renna has been in the entertainment industry for 30 years! Now, he's taking his game to a whole other level with his podcast and YouTube channel called 'You're Killing Me.' Renna hops on Keep Swinging to talk about how his career began and the ways he's been able to continue evolving in such a demanding and challenging industry.
One Word That Will Change Your Year
December 31, 2020 11:00 - 6 minutes - 4.17 MBKick off the new year by learning a simple strategy preached by best-selling author Jon Gordon that can help change your life in this short episode of Keep Swinging with Matt Stucko. While it's challenging to keep New Year's resolutions, this easily executed daily reminder can make you better every single day. Stucko shares a 'Word of the Year' that he's found to have a positive impact on his life and gives you ideas on how to come up with a word of your own. We even hear from past show gues...
BONUS CONTENT! Sports Media Star JRSportbrief plays Pepper
December 24, 2020 11:00 - 12 minutes - 8.36 MBBONUS CONTENT! J.R. Jackson, better known as JR SportBrief, is a YouTube star turned radio and television talent. He began his journey with a camera he found in his closet. Over 100,000 YouTube subscribers, millions of views and interviews with athletes and celebrities later, JR SportBrief is just getting started! After listening to the full Keep Swinging interview and this bonus content, you will learn ways to help make your dreams come true and create your best self. JR SportBrief plays a...
BONUS CONTENT: Sports Media Star JRSportbrief
December 24, 2020 11:00 - 12 minutes - 8.36 MBBONUS CONTENT! J.R. Jackson, better known as JR SportBrief, is a YouTube star turned radio and television talent. He began his journey with a camera he found in his closet. Over 100,000 YouTube subscribers, millions of views and interviews with athletes and celebrities later, JR SportBrief is just getting started! After listening to the full Keep Swinging interview and this bonus content, you will learn ways to help make your dreams come true and create your best self. JR SportBrief plays a...
Best Ways To Build Your Online Brand
December 21, 2020 11:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBJ.R. Jackson, better known as JR SportBrief, is a YouTube star turned radio and television talent. He's created a successful full-time career in media out of his love and passion for sports. His YouTube channel has over 100,000 subscribers, he has his own radio show on CBS Sports Radio, you can listen to him on WFAN 660AM in New York City and hear him on the radio talking music in Atlanta on V-103. He's also a Fantasy Basketball expert on NBA TV. Whether he's interviewing Usain Bolt, JJ Watt...
YouTube Star Turned Sports Televsion and Radio Personality JR SportBrief
December 21, 2020 11:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBJ.R. Jackson, better known as JR SportBrief, is a YouTube star turned radio and television talent. He's created a successful full-time career in media out of his love and passion for sports. His YouTube channel has over 100,000 subscribers, he has his own radio show on CBS Sports Radio, you can listen to him on WFAN 660AM in New York City and hear him on the radio talking music in Atlanta on V-103. He's also a Fantasy Basketball expert on NBA TV. Whether he's interviewing Usain Bolt, JJ Watt...
BONUS CONTENT: Social Media Star Nicky Cass
December 17, 2020 11:00 - 10 minutes - 7.13 MBBONUS CONTENT! Nick Cassano, known as Nicky Cass on social media, is blowing up in the content creation game. If you follow him on any of his platforms, you know he is all about providing laughs for viewers. After listening to the full Keep Swinging interview and this bonus content, you will learn he's a humble guy with a great head on his shoulders. Nicky Cass plays a round of pepper in this week's bonus content to get you pumped up!
5 Motivational Questions with Social Media Star Nicky Cass
December 17, 2020 11:00 - 10 minutes - 7.14 MBBONUS CONTENT! Nick Cassano, known as Nicky Cass on social media, is blowing up in the content creation game. If you follow him on any of his platforms, you know he is all about providing laughs for viewers. After listening to the full Keep Swinging interview and this bonus content, you will learn he's a humble guy with a great head on his shoulders. Nicky Cass plays a round of pepper in this week's bonus content to get you pumped up!
Social Media Star Nicky Cass Shares Video Tips and His Story
December 14, 2020 11:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBNick Cassano, better known as Nicky Cass on social media, is a rising star in the content creation game. He's generated millions of views across all of his platforms and now he's jumping into the podcast game. In this episode of Keep Swinging, Nicky Cass hops on the show to talk about his background, approach to creating content, and how consistency has led him to success early on in his career. Get ready to laugh, learn, and get better!
How to Go Viral with Social Media Star Nicky Cass
December 14, 2020 11:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBNick Cassano, better known as Nicky Cass on social media, is a rising star in the content creation game. He's generated millions of views across all of his platforms and now he's jumping into the podcast game. In this episode of Keep Swinging, Nicky Cass hops on the show to talk about his background, approach to creating content, and how consistency has led him to success early on in his career. Get ready to laugh, learn, and get better!
5 Motivational Questions with sneaker artist and designer Mache
December 10, 2020 11:00 - 7 minutes - 5.12 MBBONUS CONTENT! Dan Gamache, better known as MACHE, is a legend in the sneaker artwork industry. He's worked with everyone from LeBron James to Steph Curry to Stefon Diggs, John Cena, Ronda Rousey, 2 Chainz, Quavo from Migos and the list just goes on. His passion turned into his career which started in his mom's basement decades ago. MACHE plays a round of pepper in this week's bonus content to get you pumped up!
BONUS CONTENT: Sneaker artist and designer Mache
December 10, 2020 11:00 - 7 minutes - 5.12 MBBONUS CONTENT! Dan Gamache, better known as MACHE, is a legend in the sneaker artwork industry. He's worked with everyone from LeBron James to Steph Curry to Stefon Diggs, John Cena, Ronda Rousey, 2 Chainz, Quavo from Migos and the list just goes on. His passion turned into his career which started in his mom's basement decades ago. MACHE plays a round of pepper in this week's bonus content to get you pumped up!
LeBron James, Steph Curry and Stefon Diggs' Custom Sneaker Artist MACHE shares his success story
December 07, 2020 13:00 - 48 minutes - 33 MBDan Gamache, better known as Custom Sneaker Artist and Designer MACHE, created Mache Custom Kicks out of his mom's basement decades ago. Now, Mache is an industry leader in athletic footwear. His luxury artwork has been showcased on the feet of athletes like LeBron James, Steph Curry, Stefon Diggs, and Ronda Rousey to music artists like Pharrell, Quavo from Migos, and 2 Chainz to celebrities like John Cena. His client base is endless. However, this was no overnight success. It took massive a...
How To Turn Your Passion Into Profit with Custom Sneaker Artist and Designer MACHE
December 07, 2020 13:00 - 48 minutes - 33 MBDan Gamache, better known as Custom Sneaker Artist and Designer MACHE, created Mache Custom Kicks out of his mom's basement decades ago. Now, Mache is an industry leader in athletic footwear. His luxury artwork has been showcased on the feet of athletes like LeBron James, Steph Curry, Stefon Diggs, and Ronda Rousey to music artists like Pharrell, Quavo from Migos, and 2 Chainz to celebrities like John Cena. His client base is endless. However, this was no overnight success. It took massive a...
BONUS CONTENT: Custom Cleats Inc. owner Anthony Ambrosini
December 03, 2020 11:00 - 6 minutes - 4.62 MBBONUS CONTENT! Anthony Ambrosini is the owner of one of the hottest companies in sports. Custom Cleats Inc. can convert any sneaker into a cleat! Whether it's working with a pro sports All-Star or a youth league player, Ambrosini's network continues to grow as his company's success builds. Ambrosini plays a round of pepper in this week's bonus content to get you pumped up! Subscribe for more videos!
5 Motivational Questions with Custom Cleats Inc. owner Anthony Ambrosini
December 03, 2020 11:00 - 6 minutes - 4.62 MBBONUS CONTENT! Anthony Ambrosini is the owner of one of the hottest companies in sports. Custom Cleats Inc. can convert any sneaker into a cleat! Whether it's working with a pro sports All-Star or a youth league player, Ambrosini's network continues to grow as his company's success builds. Ambrosini plays a round of pepper in this week's bonus content to get you pumped up! Subscribe for more videos!
Changing the Game with Custom Cleats Inc. founder Anthony Ambrosini
November 30, 2020 11:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBPraise from NBA superstar LeBron James and providing a unique service for clients across all major professional sports have been major contributing factors to success for the owner and founder of Custom Cleats Inc., Anthony Ambrosini. However, Ambrosini credits the trust and relationships he has built with the athletes and families he works with since the very beginning of his company in 2005. In this episode of Keep Swinging with Matt Stucko, we learn about the journey of Custom Cleats Inc....
How Custom Cleats are Changing Sports with Custom Cleats Inc. founder Anthony Ambrosini
November 30, 2020 11:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBPraise from NBA superstar LeBron James and providing a unique service for clients across all major professional sports have been major contributing factors to success for the owner and founder of Custom Cleats Inc., Anthony Ambrosini. However, Ambrosini credits the trust and relationships he has built with the athletes and families he works with since the very beginning of his company in 2005. In this episode of Keep Swinging with Matt Stucko, we learn about the journey of Custom Cleats Inc....
BONUS CONTENT: Super Coffee founders
November 26, 2020 12:00 - 5 minutes - 3.75 MBBONUS CONTENT! Kitu Life Super Coffee is America's fastest-growing food and beverage company and currently ranked the fourth best coffee product in the United States in less than five years since being founded by three brothers. Jordan, Jimmy, and Jake DeCiccio play a round of pepper in this podcast's bonus content to get you pumped up!
5 Motivational Questions with Super Coffee creators
November 26, 2020 12:00 - 5 minutes - 3.75 MBBONUS CONTENT! Kitu Life Super Coffee is America's fastest-growing food and beverage company and currently ranked the fourth best coffee product in the United States in less than five years since being founded by three brothers. Jordan, Jimmy, and Jake DeCiccio play a round of pepper in this podcast's bonus content to get you pumped up!
Keys to Building a Family Business with the creators of Super Coffee
November 23, 2020 12:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBIn 2015, Jordan DeCicco created a product out of passion from inside his dorm room. Jordan's brothers Jimmy and Jake teamed up with him to co-found Super Coffee. Less than five years later, Kitu Life Super Coffee is America's fastest-growing food and beverage company and currently ranked the fourth best coffee product in the United States. The DeCicco family joins Keep Swinging to talk about their journey as entrepreneurs, their appearance on Shark Tank, and how their athletic background hel...
BONUS CONTENT: Angie Bullaro
November 19, 2020 12:00 - 6 minutes - 4.72 MBBONUS CONTENT! Angie Bullaro answers five motivational questions in Keeping Swinging's bonus content called 'Pepper' with the actress, director, author and producer.
5 Motivational Questions with Angie Bullaro
November 19, 2020 12:00 - 6 minutes - 4.72 MBBONUS CONTENT! Angie Bullaro answers five motivational questions in Keeping Swinging's bonus content called 'Pepper' with the actress, director, author and producer.
Maximizing Your Skillset with actress, producer, writer & director Angie Bullaro
November 16, 2020 12:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBOne of the best ways to create opportunities is by possessing a wide range of talents. In this episode of Keep Swinging, we bring in Angie Bullaro, who has spent her entire career in the entertainment industry as an actress, producer, writer and director. Her children's book 'Breaking The Ice' is a top new release on Amazon and she's currently developing a movie called Between The Pipes about Manon Rhéaumes story of becoming the first woman to play in the NHL. In addition to creating the mov...
5 Motivational Questions with Manon Rhéaume
November 12, 2020 13:00 - 6 minutes - 4.38 MBBONUS CONTENT! Manon Rhéaume answers five motivational questions in Keeping Swinging's bonus content called 'Pepper' with the NHL's first woman player.
BONUS CONTENT: Manon Rhéaume
November 12, 2020 13:00 - 6 minutes - 4.38 MBBONUS CONTENT! Manon Rhéaume answers five motivational questions in Keeping Swinging's bonus content called 'Pepper' with the NHL's first woman player.
Breaking Barriers with the NHL's first woman player Manon Rhéaume
November 06, 2020 21:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBOn September 23, 1992, Manon Rhéaume made history by becoming the first woman athlete to play in one of the four major pro sports leagues in North America. Rhéaume was just 20 years old when she suited up for the Tampa Bay Lightning as she broke the National Hockey League's gender barrier. Hear about the goalie's amazing story of grit, persistence and how she became successful. Subscribe, rate and review Keep Swinging with Matt Stucko!
NHL's first woman player Manon Rhéaume shares her story
November 06, 2020 21:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBOn September 23, 1992, Manon Rhéaume made history by becoming the first woman athlete to play in one of the four major pro sports leagues in North America. Rhéaume was just 20 years old when she suited up for the Tampa Bay Lightning as she broke the National Hockey League's gender barrier. Hear about the goalie's amazing story of grit, persistence and how she became successful. Subscribe, rate and review Keep Swinging with Matt Stucko!