Hosted by Matt Drinkhahn · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 260 episodes
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The ‘Eternal Optimist’ is the show for people who see the good in the world and want to make a positive difference in the lives of their families and communities! Twice a week Matt Drinkhahn will help you see challenges as opportunities to learn and grow. You’ll start thinking bigger and playing offense in life more consistently. Every week you’ll hear inspiring stories from people who faced immense challenges and KEPT GOING.
Matt Drinkhahn hosts The Eternal Optimist, a education show with 260 episodes published.
What happens when you lose 100 pounds, humble your ego on the jiu-jitsu mat, rebuild your marriage through intentional listening, and take the helm of one of the cleanest plant-based brands in America? In this episode, M
When Damon Mitchell lost the ability to do a single pushup, it triggered a reckoning—not just with his body, but with his identity as “the strong guy.” In this raw and reflective episode, Damon opens up about the neurolo
Matt Drinkhahn sits down with longtime friend and business coach Daniel Patrick Andrews for a raw and inspiring conversation about personal transformation, grief, and the business of building meaningful relationships. Da
From chance gas station encounters to building an empire brick by brick, Dedric & Krystal Polite share how they rose from generational poverty to create generational wealth — and lift others as they rise. In this candid
In this enlightening episode of the Eternal Optimist, Matt Drinkhahn sits down with Thomas Power, a visionary thinker in the realm of AI and community building. They delve into the transformative power of AI, the emergen
Justin Williams — founder of Millionaire University — reveals what really happens when you “make it.” From quitting college with one semester left to racking up $120,000 of debt and raising a baby who slept in a closet,
What happens when you abandon the pitch, lead with vulnerability, and treat sales as a sacred conversation? In this powerful crosspost episode from I Made A Podcast , Matt Drinkhahn—host of The Eternal Optimist —flips th
Matt Drinkhahn sits down with Dr. Michael Brabant—transformational psychologist, spiritual guide, and Co-Founder of Candor & Coherence—for a deep dive into what it truly means to lead with clarity, coherence, and heart.
What happens when your lifelong dream shatters at 22—and you’ve got no Plan B? In this raw and real conversation, Matt sits down with Damon Lembi, former pro baseball player turned CEO of Learnit, to explore how identity
Matt sits down with endurance athlete, Harvard-trained lawyer, and father of six, Shawn Hoyt—a man who’s not just defying age, but redefining it. From sitting the bench in soccer to completing an Ironman and running a ma
Mitch Weisburgh shares how “mindshifting” isn't just a catchy term—it's a critical life skill that helps us reclaim our thoughts, reshape our reactions, and rewire our brains for lasting success. Mitch walks us through d
What if the next global breakthrough in fighting poverty wasn’t a new policy or billion-dollar aid program—but a shift in energy and intention? In this heart-expanding episode, Matt sits down with Aidan Uttinger, the vis
Matt sits down with Brian “Big Country” Cornwell—a decorated veteran, para-athlete, and father of six—who shares his journey from the military to battling depression and PTSD to becoming a national champion in adaptive s
Matt sits down with the remarkable Rukshana Triem, founder of Firmina Foundation and Women’s Lifestyle Coaching. Born amidst the chaos of war in Mozambique, Rukshana’s powerful story of survival, displacement, and resili
What happens when you’re given an 8% chance to live? In this powerful episode, Jen Broxterman, RD shares how a stage 3 ovarian cancer diagnosis changed her forever—and how it sparked a mission to make nutrition coaching
Matt Drinkhahn welcomes Matt Scoletti—a man whose story proves that rock bottom can become your greatest launchpad. From struggling with alcohol addiction to earning titles like Mr. Pittsburgh and completing 21 marathons
Matt sits down with powerhouse entrepreneur, bestselling author, and keynote speaker Toyin Crandell. From being homeless and overwhelmed to building 11 income streams and becoming a transformational coach for thousands g
Matt sits down with entrepreneur, investor, and award-winning employee benefits consultant Christopher Hillier. Broadcasting from Denver, Colorado, Chris opens up about navigating the beautiful chaos of raising fiv
Matt sits down with storyteller, sales leader, and comedian Nema Semnani for a raw conversation about resilience, identity, and finding humor in hardship. Born amid political turmoil in Iran and raised without a father,
Scott Krusemark joins The Eternal Optimist to share his journey from IT consultant to real estate investor, coach, and hard money lender with over 30 years of experience. Matt and Scott get into the lessons learned from
Jason Bronstad
CEO · MALK Organics
1 appearance on this show
Daniel Andrews
author, musician, actor, creative entrepreneur · Captains for Clean Water
1 appearance on this show
Thomas Power
Advisor and Connector · Pura Aventura
2 appearances on this show
Justin Williams
College Football Offensive Lineman Becomes a Leader in the Running Community · Mount Aloysius College
1 appearance on this show
Damon Lembi
The Learn-It-All Leader · Learn It
1 appearance on this show
Mitch Weisburgh
MindShifting
1 appearance on this show
Matt Scoletti
Savage Saturdays
1 appearance on this show
John Mitchell
entrepreneur, author, founder of the 12 Minute-a-Day methodology · Global Electronics Association
1 appearance on this show
Ernesto Mandowsky
The Million Dollar Machine
1 appearance on this show
Hal Elrod
Best-selling Author, Keynote Speaker, and Podcaster · The Miracle Morning
1 appearance on this show
Brett Baker
owner · Sandler Training
1 appearance on this show
Nathan Wray
youth life coach and speaker
1 appearance on this show
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