Welcome to High Minds, the podcast where hosts Andy Colenzo and Matthew J. Distefano take culture, sports, politics, religion, and entertainment to the next level. Join them as they dive into thought-provoking conversations, share hot takes, and offer unique perspectives—all with a fresh, elevated approach. Whether they're breaking down the latest headlines or exploring deeper cultural shifts, Andy and Matthew keep it insightful, engaging, and always entertaining.
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Signup to Generate a PitchWelcome to High Minds, the podcast where hosts Andy Colenzo and Matthew J. Distefano take culture, sports, politics, religion, and entertainment to the next level. Join them as they dive into thought-provoking conversations, share hot takes, and offer unique perspectives, all with a fresh, elevated approach.
High Minds is hosted by Andy Colenzo, Matthew J. Distefano. The show has published 71 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "#071: Our Personal Fellowship of the Ring" (13 October 2026, 57 minutes), "#070: Matt's Autism Diagnosis, Nicholas Cage, and Sports Betting" (6 October 2026, 72 minutes), and "#069: NFL Season and Pheromone Maxxing" (15 September 2026, 62 minutes).
High Minds publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 80 minutes across 71 episodes.
Booking probability for High Minds is 33%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. High Minds requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. High Minds's contact route on record: verified email.
Andy Colenzo, Matthew J. Distefano hosts High Minds, a society podcast with 71 episodes published.
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Episode #71
In this episode, Matt and Andy offer up their personal 8 travelers to join them on a fellowship of the Ring. The rules are: each get 1 superhero type figure, 2 fictional characters, and 5 real-world individuals (dead or...
In this week's episode, Matt talks about his autism diagnosis while Andy ruminates on getting a Nicholas Cage tattoo. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection...
Episode #69
In this week's episode, the guys chat about the start of the NFL season, their fantasy league, and the new manosphere phenomenon known as pheromone maxxing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com...
Episode #68
In this week's episode, we do a deep dive into tattoos and tattooing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Episode #67
Matthew is back from Maui and the guys reflect on vacationing, ancestry, and how we balance seeing the world with treading lightly when we travel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for...
Episode #66
<p>In this week's episode, the guys talk about the red pill movement, how psychedelics at the Sphere in Vegas is a wild trip, and much, much more.</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See...
Episode #66
In this week's episode, the guys talk about the red pill movement, how psychedelics at the Sphere in Vegas is a wild trip, and much, much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for...
<p>It's been a while, but we are finally back with another BS session, where we talk about our upcoming road trip, Houndstooth Tattoo, the White House UFC fight, and much more.</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an...
Episode #64
<p>This week, Matt recaps his debate with a conservative Lutheran pastor on LGBTQ inclusion before the guys plan their November road trip.</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for...
<p>This week, Andy and Matt chat about road trips, the state of the world, and more "would you rather?" shenanigans.</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our...
Episode #62
<p>Andy and Matthew play "would you rather?" after taking a month-long break. The Livestream will now be Mondays at 6 PM PST.</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information...
Episode #61
<p>On this week's episode, Matt and Andy talk about why they love The Lord of the Rings.</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal...
Episode #60
<p>In this week's episode, Matt and Andy discuss the best TV, film, and literature villains of all time.</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and...
<p>In this week's episode, Matt and Andy reflect on the Olympics, why the universe is sometimes a very scary place, and how not to handle poison oak.</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See...
<p>For the livestream for 2/10/26, Matt and Andy reflect on the Super Bowl, the halftime show(s), and the latest in the Epstein files.</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for...
Episode #57
<p>In the livestream for 1/27/2026, Matt and Andy catch up after Andy's big move, preview the Super Bowl, and talk some Sharks hockey.</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for...
<p>In the livestream for 1/6/2026, Matt and Andy discuss the finale Stranger Things. Note: SPOILERS ahead!</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection...
Episode #55
<p>In the livestream for 12/30/2025, Matt and Andy discuss volume 2 of season 5 of Stranger Things. Note: SPOILERS ahead!</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about...
<p>In the livestream for 12/16/2025, Matt and Andy talk about their fantasy football league and the San Jose Sharks' solid start to the season.</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com...
Episode #53
<p>In the livestream for 12/2/2025, Matt and Andy catch up after Thanksgiving in Vegas and Volume 1 of season 5 of Stranger Things (warning: Spoilers ahead).</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See...
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