Mental Notes with Matt™
Mental Notes with Matt is a real talk podcast about the messy, meaningful work of being human. Hosted by Matt, a father, performer, and mental health advocate, each episode explores themes like reinvention, grief, creativity, and self-compassion, through raw reflections and honest conversations. Whether you’re on your own mental health journey or just craving more authentic connection, this show is here to help you feel a little less alone. Please note that I am not a licensed therapist and this podcast is a space for sharing personal stories and insights from my own lived experience.
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In this candid and insightful episode of Mental Notes with Matt, I sit down with meditation teacher, author, and podcast host David Gandelman to explore how we can reclaim our energy, reconnect with ourselves, and stay grounded in a chaotic world.
From his early training in the Himalayas to his work with thousands of students around the world, David shares a blend of ancient wisdom, modern insight, and personal truth. ...
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In this episode of Mental Notes with Matt, I sit down with award-winning playwright and screenwriter Samuel Brett Williams to talk about what it really means to tell the truth on stage, in life, and with yourself.
Brett’s work doesn’t shy away from the uncomfortable. He writes the kind of stories that spark walkouts, raise eyebrows, and, more importantly, invite reflection. We talk about his journey from Arkansas to Ne...
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In this episode of Mental Notes, host Matt engages in a heartfelt conversation with Jamie Hannigan about the importance of living authentically and embracing one's truth. They discuss the challenges of navigating relationships, the impact of ADHD, and the journey of self-discovery through parenting. Jamie shares her experiences of heartbreak and resilience, emphasizing the value of surrounding oneself with diverse pe...
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In this episode of Mental Notes with Matt, I’m joined by longtime friend and creative force Ray McAnally. Ray is an actor, writer, traveler, and one of the most present people I know. We explore how getting outside of our daily rhythms, especially through travel, can create powerful shifts in our perspective and deepen our empathy.
Ray shares stories from his travels, reflecting on how being immersed in different cultures,...
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In this episode of Mental Notes with Matt, I sit down with my friend Christina Ross, a gifted writer and someone who doesn’t shy away from truth, no matter how uncomfortable it might be. We dive deep into what happens when the healing work you’ve been doing starts to unravel, and what it really takes to choose life again after a major fall.
This conversation is raw, emotional, and deeply human. Christina sp...
In this short solo reflection, I talk about what it’s been like reaching out to people from my past as I build this podcast, how memory, fear, and inspiration all collide when you decide to put yourself out there. Some people say yes. Some don’t respond. But either way, I’m learning how to keep going, and how to honor the spark when it shows up.
“What is personal, what does matter, is the fact that I’m finally honoring this urge...
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In this episode of Mental Notes with Matt, I reconnect with my former Mason Gross School of the Arts acting teacher and longtime inspiration, Kevin Kittle. What begins as a conversation about performance quickly becomes something deeper - a reflection on voice, identity, courage, and the challenge of showing up fully in today’s world.
We unpack the idea of having a strong point of view, not just in art, but in l...
Full episode with my guest, acting teacher, educator, and thought leader Kevin Kittle, is on its way. But before it drops, here’s a quick teaser to set the stage.
In this short preview, I reflect on a moment from acting school that’s stayed with me for over 20 years, and how it led to an honest, deeply personal conversation about finding your voice and owning your point of view.
In this solo episode, I reflect on a simple phone call with an old friend that revealed something deeper: how often we retreat from connection even when we crave it most. This is a story about friendship, silence, showing up, and the quiet courage it takes to answer when life calls.
Ever catch yourself arguing with the voice in your head? Yeah, me too. In this quick episode, I dive into that inner dialogue, what it tries to protect us from, and how we can shift the conversation.
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20:16
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In this debut episode of Mental Notes with Matt, I sit down with Sarah Wolfson—licensed social worker, former special education teacher, and a therapist who brings both personal presence and professional insight to her work.
We talk about what it really means to “live the work” as a therapist, the moments when personal and professional identities blur, and how being grounded, dir...
In this short introduction to Mental Notes, host Matt Ungermah shares the personal journey that inspired the podcast and what you can expect from future episodes—honest conversations, emotional insight, and a shared commitment to better understanding ourselves.
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