Best Matthew Hatfield Podcasts (2025)

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191 The Evolution of Powder Coating: A Journey with Paul Unger 31:07

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In this episode, Chris Kiefer interviews Paul Unger, the founder of Unger Powder Coatings, discussing his journey from corporate America to entrepreneurship in the powder coating industry. Paul shares insights into the unique challenges of powder coating wood, the importance of quality and customer satisfaction, and strategies for scaling a manufac…

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Donald Rumsfeld in the Movies with William Cooper 59:26

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BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 375) — Donald Rumsfeld served as the U.S. Secretary of Defense twice in his career, including during the 9/11 attacks. Today, we'll learn how the movies "Vice", "W." bring a fictional portrayal of Rumsfeld. We'll also look into the accuracy of the documentary "The Unknown Known" which interviews Rumsfeld himself. ⁠G…

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190 From Chili’s to Champagne: Building Luxury Dining Experiences with Matthew Francois 51:12

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From slinging drinks at Chili’s to designing high-end dining experiences for top-tier entrepreneurs, Matthew Francois is redefining hospitality. In this episode, he joins Chris Kiefer to unpack how storytelling, intentionality, and a deep love for people can transform ordinary meals into unforgettable moments. If you’re a foodie, event creator, or …

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189 Human Touch in a Digital Age: Field Marketing’s Role Amid AI Disruption with Mike Gore-Hickman 38:47

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In this episode, Mike Gore-Hickman, Founder of Painter Growth, joins Chris Kiefer to explore how AI tools like ChatGPT-5 are reshaping industries—from software development to customer service and personalized marketing. 💡🚀 Discover how Mike’s team uses AI to build custom apps faster and cheaper, and how tools like Plod.ai are transforming sales by …

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188 AI, Bots & the Dead Internet Theory: How Social Media is Being Hacked with Tim O’Hearn 45:23

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Join me with Tim O’Hearn, author of Framed: A Villain’s Perspective of Social Media. Tim reveals how he built bots to manipulate Instagram’s algorithm, breaks down the chilling “Dead Internet Theory,” and warns about AI’s looming takeover. Discover: How fake accounts and bots dominate social media Why AI could erase human creativity in 2 years Tim’…

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Young Guns II with Josh from The Wild West Extravaganza 1:27:15

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BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 374) — Today we'll rejoin Billy the Kid's outlaw gang as they continue their attempts to escape the law following the events in Young Guns (BOATS EP. 146). Was Brushy Bill Roberts a real person? Was he Billy the Kid? What other creative liberties did the filmmakers take in telling the true story of Billy the Kid? Wh…

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Amelia with Chris Williamson 1:11:31

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BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 373) — Learn about legendary aviator Amelia Earhart as she was portrayed onscreen by Hilary Swank in the 2009 biopic. To uncover the true story, today we'll talk with author, documentarian, and host of Chasing Earhart , the only podcast dedicated entirely to Amelia Earhart: Chris Williamson. Where to watch Amelia Ge…

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Trail of Vengeance with Rob Hilliard 1:33:51

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BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 372) — Travel back to the Old West for a tale of revenge, Pinkerton agents, and frontier justice in the wake of the Civil War. One of those former Pinkerton agents in the movie is John Scobell (Gbenga Akinnagbe), making 2025's Trail of Vengeance the first movie to feature John Scobell as one of its main characters. …

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Classic: Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story with Matthew Polly 54:39

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BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 371) — How well do you know about the real Bruce Lee? There are a lot of myths that came out of the movie "Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story" so today we'll pull another classic episode from the Based on a True Story vault. Where to watch Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story ⁠Get Matthew's book⁠ Matthew Polly authored "Bruce Lee: …

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Titanic with Mark B. Perry 1:27:43

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BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 370) — Twentieth Century-Fox's "Titanic" starring Barbara Stanwyck and Clifton Webb claims to draw facts from 1912 congressional inquiries, so how well does it do when we compare it to history? Where to watch Titanic (1953) ⁠Get Mark's book Mark B. Perry is the author of the novel "And Introducing Dexter Gaines: A N…

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Classic: Saving Private Ryan with Marty Morgan 2:03:31

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BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 369) — This Friday marks the 81st anniversary of the D-Day landings. Arguably the most popular movie depicting the fighting on the beaches of Normandy is 1998's Saving Private Ryan. Where to watch Saving Private RyanIn this remastered edition of Based on a True Story, we'll compare the movie with what really happene…

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Behind the True Story: Not a Real Enemy with Robert Wolf 1:22:45

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BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 368) — Go behind the true stories shown in Holocaust movies through the experiences of Robert Wolf's family. Since we'll be talking about the Holocaust, listener discretion is advised. Get Robert's book Where to watch today's movies The Sound of Music (1965) Life is Beautiful (1997) Schindler's List (1993) Walking w…

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John McClane in Die Hard with Patrick O'Donnell 1:18:41

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BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 367) — Is John McClane a realistic cop or just an action hero with a badge? Yippee-ki-yay, history lovers, let's see if McClane would survive a real Internal Affairs review. Where to watch "Die Hard" now Helping us conduct a review of McClane from the entire Die Hard franchise is retired U.S. police sergeant Patrick…

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187 From Ladder to Live Video: A Painter’s Journey to Tech Success w/ James Hatfield 29:41

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Discover how live video technology is transforming the way service businesses connect with customers—from 911 emergency calls to virtual estimates for painters and plumbers. No app needed, just one tap and you’re live. Join us as James Hatfield shares his journey from painting houses to building billion-dollar tech solutions that are changing the g…

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Troy with Neil Laird 59:07

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BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 366) — Homer’s "The Iliad" tells the story of the Trojan War, a tale brought to the big screen in the 2004 film "Troy." But with an ancient epic as its foundation—and Hollywood’s creative liberties—how much of the story is real? Where to watch "Troy" now In this episode, Neil Laird peels back the layers of myth and …

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Black Hawk Down with Joshua Donohue 1:58:22

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BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 365) — Discover the behind-the-scenes story of Black Hawk Down, as historian Josh Donohue shares insights on the chaotic 1993 mission in Mogadishu. Learn what truly happened versus what Hollywood depicted. Subscribe to Josh's YouTube channel Josh has been on the podcast before to cover the historical accuracy of Thi…

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186 How to Thrive in Marriage and Business: Lessons from Matt Kuyper 40:04

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Discover how Matt Kuyper and his wife Maggie balance marriage, family, and running a successful painting business together. In this episode of the Pursuit of Purpose Podcast, we dive into leadership, teamwork, and the challenges of working with your spouse while staying blissfully married. Tune in for actionable insights on building a thriving busi…

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The Bridge on the River Kwai with Jon Parshall 1:12:29

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BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 364) — Acclaimed historian Jon Parshall separates fact from fiction in the classic film "The Bridge on the River Kwai" and the brutal realities of the Thai-Burma Railway during World War II, also known as the Death Railway. We'll contrast the film's fictional Colonel Nicholson with his real-life counterpart Lieutena…

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Behind the True Story: She Wanted To Do Everything with Robyn Flanery 1:07:48

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BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 363) — In today’s Behind the True Story episode, we take a closer look at the career of award-winning director and producer Robyn Flanery. Robyn's latest project, the documentary series "Profit Over People," explores the failure of the U.S. healthcare system. She previously directed the critically acclaimed document…

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185 From Painter to Business Owner: How Legacy Paint Holdings Transforms Companies w/ Benson Fechter 35:38

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Discover how Benson Fechter, CEO of Legacy Paint Holdings, helps painting companies achieve sustainable growth and operational excellence. Learn about the six pillars of success, the benefits of roll-up acquisitions, and how contractors can transition from a local business mindset to a capitalist approach. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation wit…

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184 The Art of Focus: Jacob Ransom’s Secrets to Simplifying Success as an Entrepreneur 41:18

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In this episode, Chris Kiefer and Jacob Ransom unravel the secrets behind maintaining focus as an entrepreneur in a world full of distractions. Learn how simplifying your business strategy and staying true to what works can skyrocket your success, especially when you're juggling multiple industries like marketing and painting. Jacob’s insights are …

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183 Transform Your Story, Transform Your Life: Unlocking Success Through Narrative with Jordan Loftis 58:47

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In this episode of The Pursuit of Purpose, host Chris Kiefer engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Jordan Loftus, the founder and CEO of Story Chorus. Together, they delve into the transformative power of storytelling, exploring how it can play a pivotal role in both business and personal development. Jordan shares his insights on how un…

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The Pinkertons Part 3 with Rob Hilliard 1:09:17

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BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 362) — Author Rob Hilliard joins us to bring "The Pinkertons" miniseries to a close by covering episodes 15 through 22 of the TV show. From John Scobell and Kate Warne to Allan and Will Pinkerton, Rob's book takes what we know from history and fills in many of the blanks with a thrilling narrative. Grab your copy of…

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182 Building a Winning Basketball Culture: Leadership, Responsibility & Values with Daniel Pearson 32:09

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In this insightful podcast episode, Dan Pearson shares his experiences in building a winning basketball culture, focusing on leadership, responsibility, and the importance of competition. He dives deep into how a strong, competitive culture can transform not just individual performance but the entire team dynamic. Drawing from real-life examples, D…

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The Pinkertons Part 2 with Rob Hilliard 1:00:03

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BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 361) — We're continuing a look at "The Pinkertons" by covering episodes eight to 14 of the TV show. Find part one linked here. Coming back for today's episode is "In Freedom's Shadow" author Rob Hilliard. Rob's book is a historical novel based on the incredibly true story of Pinkertons operative John Scobell. Mentio…

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181 From Tasks to Triumph: Delegation, Teamwork, & Business Growth with Jason Humrichous 41:38

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In this insightful episode of The Pursuit of Purpose, host Chris Kiefer sits down with Jason Humrichous, co-owner of Heritage Painting, to explore the transformative power of the "Who Not How" philosophy. Jason shares how this powerful concept has revolutionized the way he approaches business growth and leadership. They dive deep into the importanc…

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The Pinkertons Part 1 with Rob Hilliard 1:18:37

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BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 360) — We're beginning of a three-part miniseries covering all 22 episodes of "The Pinkertons." Today, we examine the first seven episodes of the television series. Joining us for the miniseries is author Rob Hilliard, whose book "In Freedom's Shadow" is a historical novel based on the true story of Pinkerton operat…

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180 From Athlete to Success: Colin Henderson's Guide to Mental Toughness and Performance 44:55

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In this empowering talk tailored for students and basketball players, mindset coach Collin Henderson shares his journey from being a college athlete to excelling as a sales professional. Addressing the Coeur du Christ Saints, Collin dives into the vital role of mental training in achieving peak performance—not just in sports, but in life.He reminds…

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Discover how a father's love ignited a real estate revolution! Join us as we delve into Tim Waggoner's incredible story of transforming his passion into a thriving business. Watch Tim share his personal journey, the challenges he faced, and the strategies that propelled him to flip over 100 homes in a single year. Learn valuable insights on goal se…