Thecuriousmanspodcast
427 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsThe curious man Matt Crawford interviews authors and interesting people about topics ranging from history to politics to everyday stimulating topics. If you like to learn and are as curious as I am please join in!
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Episodes
Dr. Ammon Hillman Interview Episode 48
April 25, 2024 01:31 - 1 hour - 30.9 MBMatt Crawford speaks with Dr. Ammon Hillman about his work translating ancient Greek classicists and his continuing work bringing to light information long buried and undiscussed.
Dr. Stephen Poulter Interview Episode 47
April 23, 2024 11:31 - 1 hour - 35.1 MBMatt Crawford speaks to Dr. Stephen Poulter about his book, Modern Masculinity: A Compassionate Guidebook to Men's Mental Health. Poulter and I discuss the current state of men's mental health, how toxic masculinity has become a catchall term, and how to best navigate modern masculinity and seeking the help many men need.
Kyne Santos Interview Episode 46
April 18, 2024 07:00 - 53 minutes - 26.3 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author Kyne Santos about his book, Math In Drag. What do Drag and Math have in common? Kyne details his life, growing up gay, his love of math, his journey to becoming a Drag Queen and how he married both of them.
Dr. Adaira Landry and Dr. Resa Lewiss Interview Episode 45
April 17, 2024 07:00 - 57 minutes - 30.3 MBMatt Crawford speaks with authors Dr. Adaira Landry and Dr. Resa Lewiss about their book, MicroSkills: Small Actions, Big Impact. I don't think there are two more qualified individuals to write this book than Dr. Landry and Dr. Lewiss. As award winning physicians, educators, and mentors they bring their considerable knowledge to the fore and detail how to navigate our work, life no matter how old we are.
Steven and Clifford Simmons Interview Episode 44
April 16, 2024 07:00 - 37 minutes - 21.9 MBMatt Crawford speaks to father and son authors Steven and Clifford Simmons about their book, Where Do Ocean Creatures Sleep at Night? With lovely illustrations and rhyming words Steven and Clifford stoke that inner curiosity and invite us deep into the ocean to see what splendor awaits.
Dr. Beth Kurland Interview Episode 43
April 12, 2024 13:31 - 1 hour - 33.5 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author Dr. Beth Kurland about her book, You Don't Have to Change to Change Everything. A clinical psychologist for 30 years, Dr. Kurland brings that considerable experience to bear in this comprehensive review of how we can all better step back and put things in perspective to help us achieve that which we want. We discuss how to truly define and work for happiness, her different views to help us deal with life's situations and the different resources she includes i...
Christopher Loric Interview Episode 41
April 11, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 34.2 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author Christopher Loric about his book, SESG Explorer. When an alien race, the Kammorrigans sends a message to our planet we decide to travel to them and make first contact, but how do we do this safely? Is this the beginning of global relations or a prelude to global war? This book is the foundation for a thrilling series that could be the blueprint for what global relations could look like and it touches on elements that relate to current events.
Norman Ohler Interview Episode 40
April 10, 2024 07:00 - 51 minutes - 29.4 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author Norman Ohler about his book, Tripped: Nazi Germany, the CIA, and the Dawn of the Psychedelic Age. Tripped, traces the roots of LSD to Germany during WWII and the Nazi's nefarious experiments to use it for mind control to the CIA's own interest in it for similar purposes. All the while the U.S government pushing the narrative that it was a dangerous drug and ignoring its benefits. Ohler highlights the corrupt U.S drug policies and the lack of scientific study ...
Linda Stewart Henley Interview Episode 39
April 09, 2024 07:00 - 38 minutes - 22.4 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author Linda Stewart Henley about her book, Kate's War: A Novel. Based on Henley's own family history, Kate's War is historically based fiction that tells the story of a 20-year-old Kate living under the threat of German invasion in WWII England. Trying to wrestle the responsibilities to her family, her country and to her own dreams, Kate is torn between her own dreams and aspirations and doing her duty. A touching and introspective read that thoroughly entertains.
Dr. Todd Boyd Interview Episode 38
April 05, 2024 11:11 - 1 hour - 37.9 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author Dr. Todd Boyd about his book, Rappers Deluxe: How Hip Hop Made the World. This is a visual and cerebral journey through 50 years of Hip Hop evolution. As only Dr. Boyd can do, he takes us by the hand and leads us through the pivotal moments in Hip Hop culture, Rap and history to provide the context that is so often missing and helps us to understand the true meaning of this movement.
Ben Bradford Interview Episode 37
April 04, 2024 19:00 - 1 hour - 34 MBMatt Crawford speaks with Edward R. Murrow winning journalist, podcast creator, producer and host Ben Bradford about his new podcast Landslide. Bradford takes us back to the pivotal primary and general election of 1976 and how 3 improbable candidates; Ford, Reagan and Carter would set the stage for a pivotal shift in our political landscape. An intriguing listen for anyone regardless of your interest in politics this is a podcast that is sure to pull you in and grab you.
Alexander Brash Interview Episode 36
April 02, 2024 07:00 - 55 minutes - 28.5 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author Alexander Brash about his book, A Whaler at Twilight: A Long Lost True Account of Whaling and Redemption in the South Pacific. When Brash discovers a manuscript of his great, great grandfather's, Robert Armstrong written in the 1840's it set off a lovely chain of events that lead to this book. Detailing the hardships of a whaler and the 10 years away from home and his journey around the world, Armstrong's story is that of suffering and searching for redemptio...
Ann Parson Interview Episode 35
March 29, 2024 12:21 - 54 minutes - 28.3 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author Ann Parson about her book, The Birds of Dog: An Historical Novel Based on Mostly True Events. This novel takes us back in time to early 19th century Boston and the burgeoning scientific community. Using the fantastic device of letters between Catharine and Charles Pickering to capture the events of the day this is an exhilarating romp through history and it is sure to thrill.
Malia Lazu Interview Episode 34
March 28, 2024 12:14 - 55 minutes - 28.8 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author Malia Lazu about her book, From Intention to Impact: A Practical Guide to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Drawing from her background as a community organizer, corporate career as a bank president and now as a leading consultant of DEI, Lazu highlights the importance of DEI and the missteps that companies can make when trying to implement. Most importantly however, Lazu discusses the responsibility we have to make sure DEI is implemented, not just for the s...
Doug Kari Interview Episode 33
March 21, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 35.6 MBMatt Crawford speaks with investigative journalist, lawyer and author Doug Kari about his book, The Berman Murders. January 6, 1986, Barry and Louise Berman went for a hike in the Mojave Desert's Saline Valley and never came back. 3 years later their remains were discovered but justice has still not been brought to this family. Kari tells us not only about the investigation and the possible suspect, but more importantly he introduces us to Barry and Louise Berman. Who they were, what they we...
William Carl Interview Episode 32
March 20, 2024 12:23 - 1 hour - 34.5 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author William Carl about his book, Assassin's Manuscript. When former CIA assassin last hit goes sideways, he attempts to leave that life of darkness behind and escapes to a career in the ministry. Inextricably Hunter is pulled back into his dark past to help solve a code hidden in an ancient manuscript that could thwart a terrorist plot. A fast-paced thriller that will leave your head spinning in the best ways, this is one to pick up. Good luck putting it down!
Samir Chopra Interview Episode 31
March 19, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 39.3 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author Samir Chopra about his book, Anxiety: A Philosophical Guide. Through his own experience Chopra describes how philosophy has helped him deal with his own anxiety. We discuss looking at this affliction through a new and inspiring lens which I think all will find quite stimulating.
Tawfiq Rangwala Interview Episode 30
March 18, 2024 07:00 - 49 minutes - 26.6 MBMatt Crawford speaks with lawyer and author Tawfiq Rangwala's book, What WE Lost: Inside the Attack on Canada's Largest Children's Charity. Many of us may not heard about the Canadian based children's charity WE and its downfall, but Rangwala details the hundreds of thousands of children it helped and how it was brought down by disinformation and a media smear campaign. A cautionary tale that highlights the public's lack of critical thinking and how facts seldom matter in the court of public...
Brittany Gowan Interview Episode 29
March 14, 2024 07:00 - 58 minutes - 28.6 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author and wellness coach Brittany Gowan about her book, Turn to the Sun. Gowan discusses how nature can have an acute effect on our mindfulness and overall, wellbeing. Included in the book are exercises to teach us how to turn on our sensory wakefulness and how to disconnect and recenter no matter where we are.
Emily P. Freeman Interview Episode 28
March 13, 2024 07:00 - 34 minutes - 16.9 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author and podcast host Emily P. Freeman about her book, How to Walk Into a Room. Many of us do not know how or when to leave a situation that doesn't suit us. We also have trouble discerning what to take and what to leave. Freeman discusses how to decide when the time is right to move on and how to do so with grace, dignity and closure.
Dr. Angela Bowers Interview Episode 27
March 12, 2024 07:00 - 57 minutes - 28.6 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author Dr. Angela Bowers about her book, Overcoming. A psychotherapist for over 40 years Dr. Bowers decided to share one of her most challenging and complex patients with us. Using the name Emma to protect her identity, Dr. Bowers shares the intense therapy Emma needed for 6 years to try and heal from the vast trauma, of all different types that she had suffered. A story that can be difficult to read it is also one that is sure to uplift. Emma's words are also inclu...
Roger Rapoport Interview Episode 26
March 11, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 30 MBMatt Crawford speaks with journalist and author Roger Rapoport about his book, Searching for Patty Hearst. 50 years ago, socialite and billionaire heiress Patty Hearst was kidnapped by the Symbionese Liberation Army (SLA.) After two months in captivity Hearst joined the SLA and participated in a bank robbery and kidnapping. Rapoport has followed this case from the start and is still uncovering details about it. This is a story so unbelievable it begs to be read.
Jeffrey Simon Interview Episode 25
March 08, 2024 13:36 - 1 hour - 32.8 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author Jeffrey Simon about his book, The Bulldog Detective: William J. Flynn and America's First War Against the Mafia, Spies, and Terrorists. Who was William J. Flynn? At the forefront of crime fighting as a member then Chief of the Secret Service, Deputy Commissioner in the NYPD and director of the Bureau of Investigation (the forerunner of the FBI) this man chased down corruption, spies, the Mafia and terrorists and the turn of the 20th century. Why then so do fe...
Kevin Baker Interview Episode 24
March 06, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 35.8 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author Kevin Baker about his book, The New York Game: Baseball and the Rise of a New City. Baseball is "the New York Game" because New York is where the diamond was first laid out, where the bunt and the curveball were invented, and where the home run was hit. Baker and I discuss how unique baseball is to New York and how both the game and the city evolved in tandem. You want to watch New York grow? Take the train back in time to the ball field and see how the city ...
Kevin Holohan Interview Episode 23
March 05, 2024 02:12 - 55 minutes - 32.7 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author Kevin Holohan about his book, So You Wanna Run A Country? A satirical parable of the perils of authoritarianism, nationalism, and device-dependent group think. With the T.V show So You Wanna Run a Country? as the backdrop, Holohan reveals our societies psychological underbelly with some scenarios that hit too close to home. A ridiculously, outlandish, fun and thought provoking read that will make you guffaw and cringe in shame in the same sentence!
Arlene Pellicane Interview Episode 22
February 28, 2024 12:21 - 1 hour - 37.9 MBMatt Crawford speaks with top marriage and parenting author and speaker, Arlene Pellicane about National Marriage Week. Arlene has written several books about marriage and hosts the Happy Home Podcast. We discuss the importance of National Marriage Week, why it was started and why it is so important to celebrate it. We also talk about the secrets to a long and happy marriage, as well as how to keep a happy spouse.
Ditte Lysgaard Vind Interview Episode 21
February 23, 2024 12:33 - 54 minutes - 29.3 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author Ditte Lysgaard Vind about her book, Danish Design Heritage and Global Sustainability. Why should we care and what can we learn from Danish designers? Vind describes the circumstances that led to certain tenets of Danish design developed and how those practices were steeped in sustainability and ecology. We can all agree that we have taken too much from this planet and we need to start rolling back that impact. How though can we start if we don't understand ho...
Reagan Sova Interview Episode 20
February 16, 2024 13:26 - 1 hour - 41.5 MBMatt Crawford speaks with Reagan Sova about his epic poem, Wildcat Dreams in the Death Light. This work has been described as an incantatory work of narrative poetry. Infused with hobo melancholy, Jewish lore, bloodshed, and hilarity, this epic poem is nothing short of a contemporary masterpiece. Set in 1910s America, Wildcat Dreams in the Death Light traces young Mort Sloman’s odyssey to honor his jockey uncle—the only dead man ever to have won a horse race. But before Mort can organize a...
Ronald Drabkin Interview Episode 19
February 13, 2024 13:32 - 53 minutes - 31.5 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author Ronald Drabkin about his book, Beverly Hills Spy: The Double Agent War Hero Who Helped Japan Attack Pearl Harbor. Frederick Rutland was an accomplished aviator, British WWI war hero, and real-life James Bond. He was the first pilot to take off and land a plane on a ship, a decorated warrior for his feats of bravery and rescue, was trusted by the admirals of the Royal Navy, had a succession of aeronautical inventions, and designed the first modern aircraft car...
Dr. Steven Lesk Interview Episode 18
February 02, 2024 10:19 - 56 minutes - 32.5 MBMatt Crawford speaks with Psychiatrist Dr. Steven Lesk about his book, Footprints of Schizophrenia: The Evolutionary Roots of Mental Illness. Schizophrenia remians one of the most misunderstood mental illnesses and thos that suffer from even more so. Dr. Steven Lesk brings over 40 years of expierience in the psychiatric field and reserach to posit a new theory of its causes and how we may better treat thos afflicted. A truly intresting read that shines a light on a dark corner of our soceity.
Jennifer Belle Interview Episode 17
January 31, 2024 08:00 - 51 minutes - 30.2 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author Jennifer Belle about her book, Swanna In Love. Set in the summer of 1982 14-year-old Swanna, is picked up late from camp by her mother Val, her lovable younger brother Madding and mom's boyfriend Borislav. Instead of heading home as expected they are dragged to Vermont—to an artist colony where kids are not welcome, and they are forced to sleep in the back of the truck. Swanna then meets Dennis, a handsome married father of two and she sets out to convince De...
Peter McGraw Interview Episode 16
January 30, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 37.9 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author Dr. Peter McGraw about his book, Solo: Building a Remarkable Life of Your Own. We live in a world built for two, think about renting hotel rooms, insurance and taxes. There are many benefits baked onto society when you are two but what about when you are one? Societal pressures make it almost unacceptable to be Solo. McGraw gives the Solos out there the blueprint to live their best life and enjoy their choices. For the so-called spinster or bachelor, Solo is ...
David Head and Timothy Hemmis Interview Episode 15
January 29, 2024 02:06 - 1 hour - 37.9 MBMatt Crawford speaks with editors and authors David Head and Timothy Hemmis about their book, A Republic of Scoundrels: The Schemers, Intriguers, and Adventurers Who Created a New American Nation. The founding of our nation is crowded with names like Washington, Adams, Jefferson and Hamilton. However, there are many names unknown to many that were of a different and some would say more unscrupulous nature, who had significant influence on how our nation was shaped. Head and Hemmis edit and c...
H.L Howard Interview Episode 14
January 26, 2024 08:00 - 57 minutes - 32.2 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author H.L Howard about his book, A Journey Must Be Taken-Playlist. This a story of love between Tauri, and older man and Libi a younger woman. Although they only meet a couple of times before COVID-19 looks them down there is a connection. Along and now divorced Tauri reaches out for that love and Libi expresses it through musical playlists. Tauri also uses Tarot to guide him towards his love, but it is not an easy courtship. A deep read that has many underlying me...
Sydney Lea Interview Episode 13
January 25, 2024 13:51 - 1 hour - 39.1 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author and Vermont Poet Laureate Sydney Lea about his work, What Shines. Poetry can be intimating to some and even pretentious, Lea writes poems that are accessible and stirring. If you'd like to dip your toes into the art of poetry this is a good place to start.
Maria Baltazzi Interview Episode 12
January 24, 2024 16:04 - 1 hour - 37.5 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author Maria Baltazzi about her book, Take a Shot at Happiness: How to Write, Direct, and Produce the Life You Want. As one of the original lead supervisors on Survivor, Mria knows all about high pressure situations. While working in the fast-paced entertainment industry Maria realized that while successful, she wasn't happy. Thus started her search for true happiness and why she wrote this book. Maria walks the walks and shares that journey with all of us so we can...
Dr. Catherine Zipf Interview Episode 11
January 23, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 39.3 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author Dr. Catherine Zipf about her book, Frank Lloyd Wright's Falling Water: America Architecture During the Depression Era. Frank Lloyd Wright was a polarizing figure and many books have been written about his life and work. However, the pivotal era in his life between his initial fame and his great works like Falling Water often go under covered. The depression era would help set the stage for his pivotal peace and Zipf takes the deep dive to show us how that aro...
Amy Pollack Interview Episode 10
January 22, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 35.7 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author Amy Pollack about her children's book, The Adventures of Jelly Bean. Jelly Bean is precocious 4th grader who has a lot to deal with. Many children's books talk down to their readers, but Pollack includes many difficult situations that tackle what many young people have to face. A great read for young children and even their parents!
John Langmead Interview Episode 9
January 19, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 37.7 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author John Langmead about his book, Ballyhoo!: The Roughhousers, Con Artists, and Wildmen Who Invented Professional Wrestling. This book reads more like fiction than reality. Jack Curley was a pivotal figure in helping to foster the sport of wrestling and what it would become today. A character unto himself I doubt there was anyone else with the will and the moxey to pull of what he did. This book does not disappoint and is as entertaining as any Friday night Smack...
Dr. Parul Dua Makkar Interview Episode 8
January 18, 2024 14:43 - 47 minutes - 28.7 MBMatt Crawford speaks with Dr. Parul Dua Makkar about her book, Life Interrupted: Dr. Dua's Survival Guide. Parul shares her brother Dr. Manu Dua's writings while he was being treated for cancer. Eventually he would lose that battle, something which he was aware of while writing. This is such an impactful and uplifting read about grace and hope while suffering through the end of one's life. I cannot recommend this enough.
Andy Lee Roth Interview Episode 7
January 17, 2024 13:16 - 56 minutes - 31.2 MBMatt Crawford speaks with Andy Lee Roth about Project Censored and their State of the Free Press 2024 Edition. Project Censored highlights their picks for 25 of the most underreported and important stories of the last year, and profiles those brave journalists who continue to fight for media that is free of for-profit benefactors and political agendas. We all consume corporate driven media which has profit as their main objective, Project Censored is the antidote for all those looking to lea...
Dr. Stephen Cohn Interview Episode 6
January 16, 2024 12:13 - 1 hour - 34.6 MBMatt Crawford speaks with Dr. Stephen Cohn about his book, All Bleeding Stops: Life and Death in the Trauma Unit. With over 40 years of experience Dr. Cohn brings a lot to the table and gives his readers an intimate look at what it is like to work in a trauma center. A good trauma surgeon must be expert in dealing with calamity and Cohn shares some of his funniest and most harrowing cases. This also shows us how policy can affect safety and the volume of cases these surgeons have to deal wit...
Dr. Stephen Furlich Interview Episode 5
January 12, 2024 14:18 - 50 minutes - 30 MBMatt Crawford speaks with Dr. Stephen Furlich about his book, Epiphany: Steps to Improve Your Nonverbal Communication. Such an important aspect of how we communicate with one and other often goes overlooked. Dr. Furlich explains just how important our nonverbal communication is and how it is engrained into our DNA. From body movement, pupil dilation, hand gestures, there are so many aspects to this and biology. All communication starts in the brain and there is actually physiological effects...
Michael Gerhardt Interview Episode 4
January 11, 2024 08:00 - 55 minutes - 33.2 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author Michael Gerhardt about his book, The Law of Presidential Impeachment: A guide for the Engaged Citizen. Michael Gerhardt is the leading scholar on the law of presidential impeachment. He is the only scholar to have addressed the entire House of Representatives on presidential impeachment and is one of only two scholars who have testified in three presidential impeachment proceedings - Bill Clinton's, Donald Trump's first and Joe Biden's. This is an interesting...
Dr. Tonya Evans Interview Episode 3
January 10, 2024 13:23 - 51 minutes - 31.2 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author Dr. Tonya Evans about her book, Digital Money Demystified: Go From Cash to Crypto Safely, Legally, and Confidently. Many of us, including myself are very leery about investing in Crypto currency for a multitude of reasons. Dr. Evans did the heavy lifting for us as she learned about the process of investing and how Crypto works. Who better than a lawyer to ask the questions we would want to know and those questions we may not even realize to ask? A great read ...
Daniel Schulman Interview Episode 2
January 09, 2024 11:37 - 1 hour - 39.1 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author Daniel Schulman about his book, The Money Kings: The Epic Story of the Jewish Immigrants Who Transformed Wall Street and Shaped Modern America. We all know the names, Golman, Sachs, Lehman, Kuhn & Loeb, maybe not so much Seligman and Schiff. Schulman takes us back to the start of what would become our modern financial system to the immigration of Joseph Seligman in 1827, with the equivalent of $100 sewed into his pants. Enter Jacob Schiff and thing really get...
Diane Namm Interview Episode 1
January 08, 2024 13:09 - 46 minutes - 25.9 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author Diane Namm about her newest children's book, Latkes & Lefse. Sibling Josh, Nora and Jacob love both Hanukkah and Christmas, latkes and Lefse. When Principal C tells them they can only pick one food for the holiday feast they are torn between their love of both, which represent their different cultures. How will they decide? A great story that represents our society and the mixed race, inter-religion and intercultural families that are more prevalent than ever.
Rolly Kent Interview Episode 100
December 22, 2023 11:56 - 1 hour - 38 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author and poet about his book, Phone Ringing in a Dark House. This is a collection of poetry written over five years and touches on many different subjects. Rolly and I discuss why many of us may be intimidated by poetry because we are not sure what it means, or what it is supposed to make us feel. As I discovered through Rolly's poetry, even the poet doesn't know where their poems will take you and it is up to us the reader to make that journey. This was one of my...
Joachim Reimann Interview Episode 99
December 20, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 36.6 MBMatt Crawford speaks to author Psychologist Joachim Reimann about his and his wife Psychologist Dolores Rodriquez Reimann's book, Immigrant Psychology: Heart, Mind, and Soul. Many of us think we know the plight of immigrants, whether legal or illegal but this book shows us just how fraught immigration can be on the human mind. While it can also be uplifting and often is, there are still many hurdles that people face moving to a new land, especially depending on the circumstance of that migra...
Dennis Feece Interview Episode 98
December 19, 2023 12:08 - 54 minutes - 29.4 MBMatt Crawford speaks with author Dennis Feece about his book, Love, Pride and Murder. New Hampshire Private Investigator T. B. Stone is a simple man with an intuitive streak. TB takes a case involving a lovely woman that entwines him with spies, assassins, organized crime and intrigue. This is a twist on the classic P.I stories we have all come to love, that is equal parts cozy and thrilling. A great anytime read that is hard to put down.