Best Matthew Bivens Podcasts (2024)

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Mastering The Game of Emotional Regulation 38:30

1h ago38:30

38:30

What is emotional regulation and what part does it play in having it all? In today’s episode I’m diving deep into the world of emotional regulation and emotional intelligence because these two concepts (and their related parts) are critical components of living a self fulfilled life. Without a healthy level of emotional intelligence, it’s extremely…

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New Predictions & Trade Talk for Selling AND Buying 39:25

2h ago39:25

39:25

In this midweek review our charlatans update their predictions of the Giants final record, whether they'll make the playoffs, and how long the dream rotation will last. Later they get down to trade talk. Who can be traded for for prospects? Who would be worth getting for selling the farm? In the lightning round Matthew goes fishing, Ben enjoys some…

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All-Star Break Reality Check: Predictions Review & Emotional Venting 58:49

2h ago58:49

58:49

It's time for the second "half"! But first our mathematicians are taking the time to take stock of the first "half". They review the 97 games so far by reviewing their Opening Day predictions. Then they get touchy-feely and talk about how they feel about the 2024 San Francisco Giants, but first the let Farhan Zaidi have his say. On the cocktail sid…

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Is Younger Better? 33:05

2d ago33:05

33:05

The Giants are finally younger and more athletic. It only took half a season. In this mid-week review our modernists discuss the departures of Austin Slater and Nick Ahmed, what it means for Luis Matos, Brett Wisely, and Tyler Fitzgerald. They also rejoice in the first good game from Mr. Second Half, Blake Snell. In the lightning round Ben talks to…

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When You Understand THIS SIMPLE IDEA You Can IMPROVE ANY RELATIONSHIP! (HIA Classic) 44:54

3d ago44:54

44:54

Can every relationship be improved? And if so, how would you actually do it?? Today I'm sharing with you an incredibly effective way to improve any relationship in your life, from a marriage to a friendship to your relationship with your boss or neighbor. This episode pulls from my own personal life and the relationship experiences that I have crea…

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All-Stars and the Pitching Cavalry Arrives 57:41

5d ago57:41

57:41

Chili Davis has company! In this episode our astronauts celeberate the Giants TWO All-Star selections Logan Webb and Heliot Ramos, ask if Patrick Bailey was snubbed (obviously!), and discuss if the returns Harrison, Snell, and Ray has come soon enough. On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Drunken Gnome while Matthew is drinking a Kentuc…

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Second Half Outlook 35:38

11d ago35:38

35:38

The future is mediocre, but that's a good thing! In this midweek review our prognosticators ponder the future near and far. Who will be the Giants All-Stars? Are we seeing 2/3 of next year's outfield in Matos & Ramos? Can Hayden Birdsong hold out until reinforcements arrive? Then they look to the second half of the season. Will those reinforcements…

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Bivens vs. Ohtani, Mid-Season Awards, & the Baby Bull 1:02:38

14d ago1:02:38

1:02:38

Dodgers suck! In this episode the our hosts relish in the long overdue series victory over the Evil Empire, give out mid-season awards, call out some under performers and celebrate the life and career of Giants legend and Hall of Famer Orlando Cepeda. On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking an Elder Fashioned while Ben is drinking a Gian…

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From Victim to Victor: A Conversation About Overcoming Adversity, Redefining Privilege and Creating Change with Brian Thomas 1:23:12

21d ago1:23:12

1:23:12

Which of life’s circumstances do you feel a victim to? There was a time in my guest's life when his answer to this question might have been very lengthy. In today’s episode I’m bringing you a conversation I had with my friend, Brian Thomas. Brian is an author, husband, father, and a man who is boldly choosing to have it all in his life. When Brian …

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Chirping About Birdsong 36:04

16d ago36:04

36:04

The sweet relief of a solid debut. In today's episode our ornithologists sing the praises of Hayden Birdsong and his major league debut. They also celebrate the 3 game winning streak with some ridiculous trade talk. Also in the lightning round Matthew makes Ben accept boredom, they debate who will hit 29 home runs this year, and then put unreasonab…

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Can the Giants Still Be Good? 58:31

25d ago58:31

58:31

Yes! Probably. Well, maybe. Today our investigators decide if the Giants are a good baseball team or a bad baseball team. They identify every flaw and discover difficult truths. But they also find signs that there is a stirring in the ashes. Maybe the Giants can still be mediocre, and maybe that's enough. On the cocktail side of things Mathew is dr…

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Treat Him Like A King, Treat Her Like A Queen: A Conversation About Fully Loving, Honoring and Supporting Your Partner (HIA Classic) 1:40:19

30d ago1:40:19

1:40:19

What does it really mean to treat your partner like a King or Queen? As Sarah and I have grown in our marriage, the concept of treating one another as a King and Queen has grown as well. At first the idea brought up our own issues with self worth, love and relationship roles. But today, we both powerfully fill our roles of King and Queen respective…

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Say Hey 39:15

29d ago39:15

39:15

In honor of Willie Mays the brothers discuss his impact on the Giants and the world. Then they do a deep dive into the all of the times he was robbed of an MVP. Also, a look ahead to the Rickwood game. On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Bobby Burns while Matthew is drinking a Daiquiri du Bresil. Recipes below. Bobby Burns 1 oz Scotch …

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Angels Steam Roller Stopped by Journeyman 1:01:13

28d ago1:01:13

1:01:13

Does one good win negate two painful losses? Asking for some friends. The brothers dive deep in to the Angels series and examine it as a microcosm of the season. Then they debate the debut of Spencer Bivens, great feel good story or a distraction from the mediocrity? On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking a Gin Old Fashioned while Ben i…

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Brett Wisely's Giants 32:48

1M ago32:48

32:48

Is it a good sign or a bad sign when Brett Wisely is your top hitter? Asking for a friend. Today the boys ask if Brett Wisely is taking Nick Ahmed's job, discuss the current state of the offense, and Ben goes to the optometrist. Also in the lightning round they go on a fishing expedition, call out Farhan on a Spring fib, and start and finish the Gi…

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4 Myths and 3 Truths About This Thing Called “Balance” 34:49

1M ago34:49

34:49

Do you believe that balance is possible for you? So many people seek out balance, yet they fall short again and again. It’s been my experience as a BALANCE Lifestyle Coach, that the biggest reason why people fail at balance isn’t because of their lack of effort or plan, it’s because of their perspective on balance in the first place. In today’s epi…

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The Shaky Starting Rotation & the Wild Card Race 57:09

1M ago57:09

57:09

Keaton Winn back! And the Giants are two games under .500 again. The brothers discuss the absurd wild card race and if the Giants have enough starting pitching to take advantage of absurdity. They also say goodbye to an angel. On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking a Gin-Gin Mule while Ben is enjoying a Passion Fruit Daiquiri. Gin-Gin M…

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BoMel Goes Off 34:16

1M ago34:16

34:16

How bad does a team have to play to make Bob Melvin mad? Well, pretty bad it turns out. Today the boys are talking all about Melvin and his rage, the demotion of Luis Matos to make room for Austin Slater, and Ben's personal barista? Also a lightning round full of humility, cortisone shots and career ending stupidity. On the cocktail side of things …

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The Last Time We Talk About Blake Snell 56:45

2M ago56:45

56:45

So, Juan Soto and Arson Judge are pretty good I guess. The brothers discuss the Yankees series starting off with the Blake Snell Experience, then they dive into the lack of clutch performances from the pitching staff before finishing up with a check in on the young players. On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Ranchero Pelirrojo and Mat…

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What To Do About LaMonte Wade Jr. & Shortstop 36:40

2M ago36:40

36:40

Another week, another injury. LaMonte Wade Jr, the rock of the lineup, has fallen. Can anything be done to reduce the damage? Bob and the boys have some crazy ideas. Also, we need to talk about shortstop. The carousel seems to never stop. Is it time to look outside the organization? Also, in the lightning round they talk offense, MLB stat changes, …

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2nd Month Awards & Roster Crunch Review 1:02:51

2M ago1:02:51

1:02:51

The season is 1/3 complete and the Giants have battled back to mediocrity. It's time to give out some awards! The brothers are giving out awards for MVPs, Unsung Heroes, and Most Improved of month two. They also nominate candidates for next months Most Improved. Then its roster talk: Will Luciano be sent back to Sacramento for glove work? Will the …

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Is Your Life Feeling Out Of Control? Here Are 2 Simple Ways To Get Your Sense Of Stability Back 28:42

2M ago28:42

28:42

What do you do when your life feels out of control? Whether it’s a single area of your life, or everywhere all at once, when things feel out of control it can be debilitating. I’ve been there and I know the feeling of helplessness and frustration that comes as a result. However, you don’t have to stay there! There are simple things that you can do …

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Youth Taketh, Youth Giveth 35:57

2M ago35:57

35:57

Wow. So those were a couple of games. The brothers break down the start of the Pirates series, reminding us that youth is a double edged sword. They also talk about Blake Snell, but if feels like homework. In the lightning round: Did we jinx the bullpen? Which is better, framing or robo-umps? Is Late Night LaMonte a Super Hero? And, is Matthew stil…

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Matos and Ramos and Luciano, Oh My! 1:00:30

2M ago1:00:30

1:00:30

It's happened. The long awaited and yet still unexpected arrival of position player prospects. The boys break down the emergence of Luis Matos, Heliot Ramos, and Marco Luciano. What does this mean for the roster when guys like Austin Slater and Nick Ahmed get healthy? Finally they sing the praises of the quietly dominate bullpen. On the cocktail si…

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Dodgers + Injuries = Season Over? 35:33

2M ago35:33

35:33

Welp. They lost 2 of 3 to the LA Corpos. The entire team is injured. Time to rebuild! Or is it? The boys ponder if the Giants need to throw in the towel and go all in on the youth. Or will the youth save the day? Also, Matthew quizzes Ben on trivia about all of the new faces. Hilarity ensues. On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Rye Smi…

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All Great Leaders Make Time To Do This ONE THING In The Morning (Are You?) 25:23

2M ago25:23

25:23

What morning habits do all great leaders and people who are doing BIG things in life have in common? (And no, it’s not meditation or cold showers!) They all start their day off by building proactive momentum. Not sure what that means? No worries! In today’s episode I’m explaining the concept of proactive momentum and I’m helping you break the habit…

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Injuries and Their Silver Linings 1:05:39

2M ago1:05:39

1:05:39

Can you play the outfield? Asking for some friends. The brothers triage the injury riddled outfield. They discuss which player, after Lee, is the most disappointing to see go down. They also ask if these injuries could have a silver lining. On that note, how much will Ramos, Matos, and Schmitt play? Also they look ahead to the All-Star Game and pon…

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Guest Andrew Baggarly 56:45

2M ago56:45

56:45

That's right, today we're talking with special guest Andrew Baggarly Senior Writer from The Athletic. The boys and Andrews discuss cocktails, the life of being a baseball writer, the Giants 2024 offense and the lack of position player development. On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Logan Webb Punch, Matthew is drinking a Carribean Car…

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Here’s Why Affirmations Won’t Work For You 25:08

2M ago25:08

25:08

Do you know why affirmations, self help and success books and “positive talk” just don't work for many people? It has nothing to do with those things being ineffective, and everything to do with the emotional state a person is in when they attempt to connect with those things. In today’s episode I’m breaking down exactly how this all works and help…

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Our Best Episode Ever 1:05:38

3M ago1:05:38

1:05:38

This isn't the end! Or is it? Our die hard fans argue if this current rough patch is the just low point of the season or the beginning of the end. If it is the, what can a Giant's fan do to salvage their enjoyment of the season? Also, Bailey and Murphy are hurt, the pitching and defense falters and Mason Black debuts. On the cocktail side of things…

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Free Mason Black! 34:49

3M ago34:49

34:49

Let him mix! Or is it cook? We're really not good with this Gen Z slang. The point is WHERE IS MASON BLACK AND WHY WASN'T IT BOSTON! The brothers calmly and rationally discuss why Mason Black didn't get the ball on Wednesday. Then ruthlessly say who they would cut to make room for Mr. Black. Oh, also, someone has a mustache and Ben gets embarrassed…

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How To Balance Out Your Health And Fitness In A Holistic and Sustainable Way (HIA Classic) 1:12:24

3M ago1:12:24

1:12:24

What does living a balanced life mean to you? Similarly, how do you define health and fitness? And how do your perceptions of these concepts impact your overall wellbeing? In this episode I'm talking about how you can view the idea of "balance" in a way that doesn't leave you feeling defeated and frustrated. I'm here to present to you an idea of ho…

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First Month Breakdown 59:24

3M ago59:24

59:24

The season is already a month old, so the brothers are taking the time to reflect and give out the coveted Giant Cocktails Awards: MVPS! Unsung Heroes! Future Most Improved! (They sucked, might be called the Blake Snell award.) On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking a Gin Basil Smash while Ben is drinking a Spring Flowers Spritz. Recipe…

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What the Snell?! 35:35

3M ago35:35

35:35

Just when you think you're about to sweep a series, you pull a groin. The boys are talking the Mets series win, what the Blake Snell injury means for the rotation, and ponder if the fixed bullpen is already broken again. On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Cherries on the Side and Matthew is drinking a Juniperotivo Cherries on the Side…

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Overcoming Male Shame: Stories And Wisdom On How Men Can Finally Eliminate Their Shame (HIA Classic) 1:10:50

3M ago1:10:50

1:10:50

What shame are you hiding? Fellas, this episode is for you. As a man, I've carried with me different types of shame through my life that have had a big impact on how I see the world and operate in it. I learned early on that burying my shame and pretending it wasn't there was the safest way for me to operate. The truth is, it's not. And for me, it …

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The Giants Are Better Than You Think 58:21

3M ago58:21

58:21

17-1? No problem. Really! The brothers break down the Diamondbacks series and discuss why it shows that this team is better than its record. Then they discuss the slowly improving bullpen. Is this the final piece the Giants need to reach the lofty heights of 86 wins? On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking a Kentucky Buck while Ben is dr…

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Scrappy Isn't Too Far from Crappy 35:54

3M ago35:54

35:54

The Giants bats have scratched out some runs but should winning be this hard? The brothers break down the Marlins series: The hidden closer trick! Keaton Winn with a lead! A clutch double play ... on offense?! Also, Ben gives Matthew a shoulder to cry one before shoving him in the proverbial mud. On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking G…

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A Behind The Scenes Look At Creating The Having It A.L.L. Podcast 44:01

3M ago44:01

44:01

What does it take to create an episode of the Having It A.L.L. podcast? If you’ve ever asked yourself that question then you’ll love today’s episode! I was recently asked by a friend, “How do you continue coming up with ideas for your podcast after 8 years and 500 episodes?”. It was a great question and one that got me thinking about sharing with y…

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Blake Snell's Spring Training Update 1:02:25

3M ago1:02:25

1:02:25

Well, Snell had another rough outing. That's ok, it's only his second start of spring. The brothers discuss this fallacy and exactly when fans are "allowed" to be frustrated by his non-competitive outings. They also discuss the up and down nature of the lineup and how no one is coming to save it. They also check in on the front end of the bullpen. …

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Jordan Hicks to the Rescue 32:33

3M ago32:33

32:33

We almost got swept by the Nationals. But we didn't! So everything's fine right? Uh, no. The brothers break down the good (Hicks! Fitzgerald!) and the bad (RISP. Snell.) of the series. And we promise there are no mentions of chicken strips at all in this episode. On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking a Gimlet while Ben is drinking a Fi…

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The Fan Experience & Offensive Woes 1:08:05

3M ago1:08:05

1:08:05

The brothers break down their first 2024 game at the park: Cocktails! Food! Vibes! A two hour anemic loss! This experience prompts them to break down the offensive woes and what it might mean for the roster. On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Ben's Buck while Matthew is drinking a Cinnamon Daiquiri. Recipes below. Ben's Buck 2 oz Rye …

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What Does Your Calendar Say About Your Priorities? 25:11

3M ago25:11

25:11

What does your calendar say about your priorities? Whether you use an online calendar, a paper calendar, or simply store all of your appointments and todos in your head (which is impressive!), you have some sort of way of divvying out your most precious resource -- your time! Where you invest your time says A LOT about what you prioritize! A common…

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Dodgers (Metaphorically) Suck 40:49

4M ago40:49

40:49

OK, look, we all knew this could happen. And it did. So we're going to talk about it. While drinking. The boys are discussing the Dodgers series and if it matters as much as it hurts. Also, they're checking in on the bullpen. Were the reports of a dumpster fire just a bunch of smoke? In the lightning round: Should Soler be hitting lower in the line…

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Learning How To Say No Without Feeling Guilty (HIA Classic) 48:39

4M ago48:39

48:39

How comfortable are you saying "no" in your life? So many of us struggle with saying no when people make requests of our time, space, energy, money, or love. We want to please. We want others to like us. We don't want to be seen as unhelpful or unavailable. In today's episode I talk about the challenge of saying "no", and give you very concrete and…

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Opening Weekend Reactions 1:02:49

4M ago1:02:49

1:02:49

The Good, the bad, and the ugly: the boys are discussing everything about the opening weekend. First they discuss which players impressed them the most. (Chapman! Lee! Hicks! Conforto?!) Then they wallow in the less impressive outings. (Soler. Jackson. Jeffries?!) Then they discuss the ugly ending to the Joey Bart saga. Also, should Soler be hittin…

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It's Opening Day! 42:17

4M ago42:17

42:17

It's opening day! That means predictions! But first we need to talk about the still unknown roster. Who's in and who's out on the 40-man? Will the Giants carry 3 catchers?! Will any of the young guys make it? We don't know! But we're talking about it. As for those predictions. How many games will the Giants win? Will they make the playoffs? Will Ca…

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T2B2: A Super Simple Practice I’m Using Fuel My Self-Improvement 28:24

4M ago28:24

28:24

How do you relate to feedback? Feedback scares the heck out of most people, but if you run from it then you're handcuffing your potential. I was one of those people for a very long time. I did everything I could to NOT receive feedback, and when I did I usually took it very personally and sat in a funk for a few days afterwards. Today, however, I u…

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Final Off Season Review 1:07:13

4M ago1:07:13

1:07:13

Opening Day is nigh! It's time for one last review of the off season. Matthew and Ben give their final grades and discuss which players they are most excited about. They also discuss the upgrades to the stadium experience. The big question, will they be buying tickets early this year? Also, apparently there was some Dodgers news? On the cocktail si…

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Happy Hour is Moving 42:52

4M ago42:52

42:52

For the last time on Giant Cocktails, it's Happy Hour! Yes it's true, Happy Hour is moving to a new podcast all about cocktails that will be launching soon. It will make way for a new baseball focused episode starting on Opening Day. In this last episode Matthew presents his original Mixed Feelings. It's an adventurous mix of large flavors tamed by…

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Emergency Pod: Giants Sign Blake Snell (& Ben Drinks a Negroni) 32:42

4M ago32:42

32:42

Matthew knew it all along and now Ben has to pay up. In this emergency pod, the guys make sure Ben drinks a Negroni and they discuss the Blake Snell signing, it's impact on the rotation, and we say goodbye to Renel Brooks-Moon. Join us! Recipes: Negroni 1 oz Gin 1 oz Sweet Vermouth 1 oz Campari Garnish: Orange Peel Combine all ingredients into a mi…

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