Productive Conversations with Matt Brown

On today’s episode, we break down one of the wildest Championship Weekends college football has ever delivered — and react to the FINAL College Football Playoff bracket that has the entire country talking.

We start with the shocker in the Big Ten, where Indiana stunned Ohio State in a defensive slugfest that crowned the Hoosiers as conference champs and ignited their push toward the No. 1 seed. Then we head to the SEC, wher...

On today’s episode, we’re hitting every corner of the culture — from prediction markets to pop culture meltdowns and everything in between. We start with Polymarket and Kalshi, breaking down why prediction markets are exploding right now, how they work, and why everyone from crypto traders to Wall Street analysts is suddenly betting on real-world events.

Then we dive into the Akaash Singh drama, the clips going viral, and t...

Jose and Dolo are TURNING UP for one of the wildest cards of the year as UFC 323 storms into Las Vegas. This episode is nothing but smoke, energy, and straight fight-week chaos as the guys break down every matchup that’s about to blow the roof off T-Mobile Arena.

We’re talking:

💥 Merab Dvalishvili vs. Petr Yan 2 — a title rematch with REAL bad blood and career-defining stakes.

⚡ Alexandre Pantoja vs. Joshua Van — a flyweight...

On today’s show, we’re diving into one of our most wide-ranging episodes yet. We kick things off by decoding the internet’s latest relationship label — what exactly is a non-Demi-curious-semi-binary relationship? From there, we react to Erin Andrews’ latest headline moment, and then ask the big holiday question: Is a Home Alone legacy sequel actually a good idea or Hollywood madness?

We also break down Paul Heyman’s impact ...

Week 13 delivered absolute chaos across the NFL, and we’re breaking down every headline, upset, and wild finish. From Nick Folk drilling a 56-yard game-winner for the Jets… to the 49ers bullying the Browns… to the Panthers shocking the Rams… this week had everything. We dive deep into the games that shaped the playoff race: Jaguars crushing the Titans, Dolphins’ statement win over the Saints, the Seahawks–Vikings thriller,...

On today’s episode, we dive into one of the wildest weekends of the college football season and set the table for an electric Conference Championship Week. We start with the brand-new AP Poll and break down how Ohio State, Indiana, Georgia, Oregon, and Texas Tech sit heading into the final push — plus who still has a path to the College Football Playoff.

Then we recap all the chaos from rivalry weekend: Ohio State silencing...

Today’s episode is packed with everything trending across pop culture, politics, sports, and the internet. We kick things off with the surprising meet-up between President Trump and Zohran Mamdani — and why the vibe was way better than anyone expected. We also break down Trump’s new fit that has the internet talking.

Then we spotlight Miss Chille’s incredible talent, check in on Shadeur Sanders, and debate a fun but fiery t...

It was another wild weekend in the NFL, and we’re breaking down every major matchup. Matt recaps the biggest storylines from Giants–Lions, Jets–Ravens, Chiefs–Colts, and the heavyweight NFC clash between the Cowboys and Eagles. Then we dive into the AFC battles where the Browns edged the Raiders, the Steelers fought off the Bears, the Patriots and Bengals traded blows, and the Seahawks survived the Titans. We keep it rolli...

Week 13 had no chaos at the top, but plenty of storylines to break down. In this episode, Matt dives into the latest AP Top 25, why this weekend delivered zero upsets, and what that means heading into rivalry week. Then we spotlight Arch Manning’s monster performance against Arkansas—throwing, running, and even catching touchdowns in a true breakout moment. We also react to Notre Dame’s absolute demolition of Syracuse in a...

On this packed edition of the show, we’re hitting every corner of the internet, sports, politics, pop culture, and the just plain bizarre. We start with Cam Skattabo, who’s out here living his best life while the haters stay loud — and we break down why people get triggered when someone’s thriving.

Then we shift to a surreal political moment as Donald Trump and Rep. Zohran Mamdani meet at the White House. Yes, that pairing ...

We take a full look at the top teams dominating the standings, the squads struggling at the bottom, and what their trajectories say about the season ahead. Then it’s time for some fun: our way-too-early picks for MVP, Finals contenders, and breakout players.

And to wrap it up, we help our friend Hastein sort out his fantasy basketball dilemmas with some practical advice, sleeper picks, and roster strategy.

It’s all NBA, all ...

On today's Productive Conversation, We’re breaking down a historically bad fall movie season — the worst box-office slump since the 1990s — and what it says about the state of Hollywood right now. Plus, Timothée Chalamet accidentally turns the internet upside down with a simple Zoom post, and we dive into Netflix’s new Eddie Murphy documentary, Being Eddie, to explore the legend’s impact.

In sports, Draymond Green’s latest ...

Week 11 brought upsets, meltdowns, and statement wins across the NFL — and we’re recapping every game that mattered. From the Rams stealing the NFC West lead with four picks on Seattle, to the Bills’ bounce-back effort, the Chiefs’ struggles, the Dolphins rolling, and the AFC/NFC North slugfests, we’ve got all the biggest stories covered.

We run through the key plays, standout performances, and turning points from Giants–Pa...

This weekend in college football was a whirlwind of excitement, and we’re diving into every major storyline. Texas A&M pulled off an incredible comeback, making it the biggest in program history. Oklahoma stunned Alabama on the road, while Georgia showcased its dominance by defeating Texas. Indiana also secured another dominant win, keeping its perfect season alive. We’ll explore the implications of each game for the p...

In this episode of Productive Conversations, Matt dives into one of the wildest news cycles of the week. We break down Donald Trump’s claim that new stimulus checks are on the way — and why 50-year mortgages and 15-year car loans might change the entire economy. Then we shift gears into pop culture as Meghan Trainor and Kris Jenner debut brand-new looks, sparking a bigger conversation about beauty standards and body positi...

Jose and Dolo are back to break down and predict every major fight from UFC 322! From Dariush vs. St-Denis to the massive Makhachev showdown, they give their bold takes, betting angles, and parlay picks.

Dolo starts things off by making his calls for the night — Dariush vs St-Denis (5:36), Prates vs Edwards (15:00), and Sean Brady vs Michael Morales (25:39). Then Jose joins the show to share why he’s not impressed with this...

In this episode, we’re covering everything from the wild to the hilarious! We break down the viral “What’s Up / Beexe” challenge, dive into ESPN’s controversial Solitaire deal, and discuss the shocking news that Brian Daboll has been fired as Giants head coach.

We get into the latest baseball cheaters scandal, and explore the latest from Disney+. Plus, you won’t want to miss the story of a funny World War II vet, and a hot ...

This episode recaps everything from Week 10 of the NFL season. We go game-by-game across the entire slate and break down who stepped up, who fell flat, and what each result means moving forward. Key performances, surprising upsets, coaching decisions, big plays, and storylines that are shaping the league. We close it out with our picks and predictions for Monday Night Football to wrap up the week.

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Week 11 in college football brought drama, dominance, and a few close calls that shook up the AP Top 25. We break down Indiana’s nail-biting escape against Penn State and whether the Hoosiers are built for these tense finishes. Texas A&M took care of business against Missouri and continues to look like a legitimate playoff threat. Alabama handled rival LSU in classic SEC fashion, while Texas Tech delivered a statement ...