Mix-Minus with Matthew McQueeny

Nick Condon is Managing Director at Squiz.  Recorded in Frankfurt, Germany, in this episode Nick talks about growing up in Australia, ambition, an early career in radio, working at Apple, becoming Chief Digital Officer of Australia, taking the job at Squiz and moving his family to London, and career and life advice.

Matthew McQueeny and Matthew O'Daniels talk all things March Madness 2025, including brackets, matchups, major storylines, and players to watch as it relates to NBA potential.

Join Matthew McQueeny, Tim Castano, and Jayme Alfano Mulhern for their 11th annual Mix-Minus Podcast Oscars special! Dive deep into the 2025 Academy Awards as our hosts explore each of the major categories and nominees. This year's Best Picture lineup includes "Anora," "The Brutalist," "A Complete Unknown," "Conclave," "Dune: Part Two," "The Substance," "Wicked," "Emilia Pérez," "I'm Still Here," and "Nickel Boys." For Best Actor, the contenders are Ralph Fiennes in "Conclave," Sebastian Stan in "The Apprentice," Timothée Chalamet in "A Complete Unknown," Colman Domingo in "Sing Sing," and Adrien Brody in "The Brutalist." The Best Actress race features Fernanda Torres in "I'm Still Here," Demi Moore in "The Substance," Karla Sofía Gascón in "Emilia Pérez," Cynthia Erivo in "Wicked," and Mikey Madison in "Anora." Supporting roles are fiercely contested with Zoe Saldana, Felicity Jones, Monica Barbaro, Ariana Grande, and Isabella Rossellini up for Best Supporting Actress, and Guy Pearce, Yuriy Borisov, Edward Norton, Kieran Culkin, and Jeremy Strong nominated for Best Supporting Actor. In the directing field, Coralie Fargeat for "The Substance," James Mangold for "A Complete Unknown," Sean Baker for "Anora," Jacques Audiard for "Emilia Pérez," and Brady Corbet for "The Brutalist" have captured nominations. The screenplay categories heat up with Jacques Audiard, Greg Kwedar, Clint Bentley, James Mangold, Jay Cocks, Jesse Eisenberg, Coralie Fargeat, Tim Fehlbaum, Moritz Binder, Alex David, Sean Baker, and Brady Corbet battling it out for top honors.  

Matt talks about Vintage Bergen County, a video of Christmas Eve 1985 in Bergenfield NJ, his aunt and ovarian cancer, Gleason, One and Done, and The Lobster. *Originally released 1/15/2017

Matt talks about working to stem a terrible Instagram hack for his wife this past weekend, work-life and professional-personal balance, Youtube TV and the state of cable streaming, Adrian Wojnarowski, and so much more!

Matt discusses the big news of Juan Soto joining the New York Mets in 2024 free agency, including contract details, negotiations, Soto's career to date, and similar player possibilities, including Mike Trout, Carlos Beltran, Frank Robinson, Miguel Cabrera, and Bryce Harper.

Matt talks recent business travels to Miami, Nashville, and Chicago, the current state of things in his life, the NFL season so far, the downtrodden New York Giants and Jets, and so much more!

Matt talks New York Mets and the upcoming MLB Playoffs, The Los Angeles Dodgers, the New York Giants, Grimes, and the innovative Brownscast. *originally broadcast on 9/27/15

Peter Clisby is a software architect in the technology world out of London, England.  Matt welcomes Peter in-studio to discuss their friendship, meeting all around the world, observations about America, road tripping, technology, career, family, and so much more!  

In this special 400th episode, Matt delves into the NBA Playoffs, highlighting the Game 7 victories of the Indiana Pacers over the New York Knicks and the Minnesota Timberwolves over the Denver Nuggets, both impressive wins on the road. He reflects on his changing television and sports consumption habits, questioning whether the reduction in screen time is truly a bad thing. He shares his recent experience with solar energy, discussing how his house has been powered by the sun for the past month. Matthew provides insights into monitoring power distribution through his Tesla PowerWall, the grid, and his new Tesla. Additionally, he talks about the joy and benefits of mountain biking, emphasizing the value of outdoor activities and the media opportunities they can create. Finally, Matthew recounts his recent keynote speech at a digital marketing conference in New York City, offering a glimpse into his professional life and the key messages he delivered. Don't miss this milestone episode packed with diverse and engaging topics!

Victor M. Nichols is CEO/Publisher DMC Publishing LLC & PleOS Agency.  In this episode, Vic talks about growing up in New Jersey, serial entrepreneurship, leadership, sales, 40 years of rock and roll, publishing, mentoring, and so much more!

Matt O'Daniels joins the show for the annual Mix-Minus NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament/March Madness breakdown and preview.

Matt talks about the process of having solar installed on his house, getting a new roof, and adding a Tesla Power as a failover generator.  The discussion hits on remembrances around Hurricane Sandy, the downsides of gas-powered generators, and his rules of the house when the power goes out.

Tim Castano and Jayme Alfano Mulhern join the show for the tenth year to talk Oscars 2024/96th Academy Awards, including nominees for Best Picture, Director, Actor/Actress in a Leading Role, Actor/Actress in a Supporting Role, and more.  Discussion touches on American Fiction, Anatomy of a Fall, Barbie, The Holdovers, Killers of the Flower Moon, Maestro, Oppenheimer, Past Lives, Poor Things, The Zone of Interest, and more!

Matthew McQueeny takes listeners on a deep dive into Super Bowl LVIII, celebrating the Kansas City Chiefs' monumental victory and their remarkable consistency at the pinnacle of the NFL, paralleling Patrick Mahomes' legacy with that of Michael Jordan. He offers a balanced view on the San Francisco 49ers' performance, reflecting on how narratives get built, resilience and the unpredictable nature of sports.  He also provides a personal anecdote of playing Madden NFL 24 against his nine-year old son that gave him cause for concern about the Chiefs . Shifting gears, McQueeny explores the cinematic landscape, reviewing a selection of Oscar-buzzed films including "Killers of the Flower Moon," "Barbie," and others, showcasing the breadth of this year's film achievements. Concluding on a societal note, he discusses the notable trend of young people embracing responsibility and early bedtimes.

Dive into the latest episode of Mix-Minus with host Matthew McQueeny as he discusses Day 1 of NFL Wild Card Weekend. Get the scoop on how the Houston Texans stunned the Cleveland Browns and the Kansas City Chiefs' icy victory over the Miami Dolphins. Matthew then shifts gears to share his excitement for the upcoming Boye & Company CMS Kickoff in sunny St. Pete Beach, Florida. But that's not all – join him as he reminisces about a special family trip to San Francisco for his younger brother's wedding, blending personal stories with sports insights. Plus, don't miss his take on the ongoing concerns surrounding the Boeing 737 Max planes.

Matthew McQueeny dives deep into the world of sports, conferences, and video hosting. First up, Matthew takes you on a slam dunk journey through the NBA as he previews the highly anticipated 2023-24 season. From rookie sensations to team dynamics and everything in between, get ready to lace up your basketball sneakers and join the hoop discussion! Matt then switches gears to tackle the latest NFL happenings, dissecting the key matchups and storylines going into Week 8.  Lastly, Matt shares his upcoming adventure as he heads to Nashville for an exciting conference. But it's not all work and no play; he's also set to host a video series for Kentico. 

In this episode of the Mix-Minus Podcast, Matthew McQueeny takes us on a journey from the sprawling corridors of the Mall of America to the digital domain of the Sitecore MVP Summit. Celebrate with Matt as he reflects on his inaugural selection as a Sitecore MVP and the insights from his trip to Minneapolis. On the sports front, we dive deep into the NFL's Week 5 happenings, give you a sneak peek into Week 6, and discuss the ups and downs of New York's football scene. The Giants are off to a rocky start in 2023 - what's next for them? Meanwhile, the Jets appear to be holding onto hope, but for how long? And if you're a baseball aficionado, get ready for some eyebrow-raising statistics from the 2023 MLB regular season, highlighted with a fun segment of "Who are these guys?"

In this jam-packed episode, Matt McQueeny takes us on a thrilling journey through the sporting world and into the realms of tech and travel. Dive into the NFL's Week 2, where the Giants staged an unforgettable comeback and the Jets faced a daunting defeat. Before Week 3 kicks off, get Matt's expert predictions and insights. But it's not all football! Discover the latest innovations from Apple's September event, including the newly launched iPhone 15 and the groundbreaking features of iOS17 – ever heard of Standby Mode? Plus, get a peek into Matt's personal tech life as he unveils what's on his bedside table. Finally, strap in for tales from a whirlwind 24-hour business trip to Boston in his Tesla. How did he manage to sleep and park in one of America's oldest cities without breaking the bank? Tune in to find out!

Matt talks about the NFL's opening week of 2023, previews Week 2, provides his early impressions of the NFL Sunday Ticket experience on YouTube, talks about upcoming travel to Boston and other locations, head coaching in Little League, and much more.

Matt is joined by fellow podcaster Earnest Christian to preview the 2023-24 NFL Season, The NFL Sunday Ticket through YouTube, team over/unders, The New York Giants, the New York Gets, Daniel Jones, Aaron Rodgers, and so much more!

Matt talks about the constant battle in his head of what to do next. *originally released 9/2/17

Matt talks about summer happenings, the New York Giants and New York Jets, things to consider when starting your own business, Wildwood Crest, Tim Capstraw, being a digital nomad, remote work, working from gyms, Atlantic City, Thrive.live, cold brew coffee, cold foam, and so much more.

Matt talks the pasage of time, Canadian Wildfires, recent travels, Air, the MLB season so far, Jacob DeGrom, Apple Vision Pro, and other announcements from Apple's World Wide Developer Conference (2023).  

Matthew McQueeny discusses notable travels during 2023 so far, including Florida; Malaga, Spain; Copenhagen, Denmark; and Stockholm, Sweden (airport).  He also talks about Stranger Things, getting COVID-19 again, and about a handful of recent succeses with hopes of not jinxing anything.  

Matt O'Daniels joins the show for the annual Mix-Minus NCAA Tournament/March Madness breakdown.

Matthew McQueeny is joined by Adrian Colarusso and Mason Ameri.  Adrian Colarusso is a Wealth Advisor at Target Rock Wealth Management and Mason Ameri, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Professional Practice at Rutgers Business School.  The trio convene at the Princeton (NJ) Public Library in-person to muse on business, relationships, remote working, ChatGPT and Artifical Intelligence, the circumstances of their friendship, and so much more!

Tim Castano and Jayme Alfano Mulhern join the show for the ninth year to talk Oscars 2023/95th Academy Awards, including nominees for Best Picture, Director, Actor/Actress in a Leading Role, Actor/Actress in a Supporting Role, and more.  Discussion touches on Everything Everywhere All at Once, The Banshees of Inisherin, The Fabelmans, Top Gun: Maverick, All Quiet on the Western Front, TAR, Elvis, Avatar: The Way of Water, Triangle of Sadness, To Leslie, Blonde, The Whale, Living, Aftersun, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Glass Onion, Living, and more!

Matt talks college football, USC, Michigan, TCU, Ohio State, Illinois, South Carolina, Caleb Williams, Spencer Rattler, Harry Styles, Olivia Wilde, Don't Worry Darling, Donald Trump, Twitter, Elon Musk, and Dwight Howard.

Matt talks all about the 2022 United States midterm elections, including media coverage, the Senate and House races, Ron DeSantis, Donald Trump, John Fetterman, Mehmet Oz, Herschel Walker, Raphael Warnock, Mark Kelly, Lauren Boebert, and much more!

Matt talks about the midterm election, parsing what it means to follow politics, the Golden State Warriors, and the NBA on its league-wide day off.

Matt talks Facebook marketplace, convertible cribs, date night in Morristown, Trombone Shorty, Howard Stern, Bruce Springsteen, Bill Burr, his favorite shows on HBO, Apple TV 4K (2022), Top Gun: Maverick, favorite holiday movies, and much more!

Matt talks about the Los Angeles Lakers, the Brooklyn Nets, the early season NBA landscape, The New York Giants, and the NFL at the halfway point.

Mason Ameri is Associate Professor of Professional Practice at Rutgers Business School.  In this episode, Matt and Mason discuss writing, the creative process, happy places, experiencing the flow, remote work, and Mason's first book, "The 10-Second Commute: New Realities of Virtual Work."  The book, co-written with Terri R. Kurtzberg, is out October 31, 2022. Buy the book here >>

Matt is joined by Greg Hrinya and Tim Castano to preview the 2022-23 NBA season and talk through the compelling storylines.

Recorded live from London, England, Matt touches on his quick trip to the city, Uber vs. Lyft, JFK Airport, JetBlue, Thursday Night Football, the New York Giants, time differences, the New York Mets in the National League Wild Card round, and more!

Matt talks about his travels of late, professional pursuits, the New York Giants, and the New York Mets as they head into the final week of the season.

Matt previews the upcoming NFL season and looks at the projected over-unders for each team.

Matt talks about the end of summer, a Labor Day weekend family trip to Harrisburg, PA, minor league baseball, Cutter Dykstra, and the Matt Harvey situation. *originally released 9/7/15

A winner of multiple national writing awards, Nunyo Demasio has been a beat reporter and feature writer for some of the nation's premier magazines and newspapers. He began writing full time at the New York Daily News in the mid-1990s, and has worked for Sports Illustrated, ESPN: The Magazine, the New York Times, the Washington Post and the Seattle Times. His first book, "Parcells: A Football Life," was released in 2014. Interview/discussion with Nunyo begins at 13:00. **originally published 9/5/16

Matt talks Apple Music, Defiant Ones, Justin Bieber, and much more. **originally published 8/5/17

Matt talks about August, the Apple Watch, an iOS9 Beta disaster, and the psychology of time. *originally published 8/1/15

Matt talks summer, Mac Studio, Samsung M8 Monitor, computer setups, entrepreneurship and family, career aspirations, childcare, vacationing in the Thousand Islands, Kevin Durant and the Brooklyn Nets, and so much more.

Matt talks about an early wakeup on a Saturday morning, Joe Biden, integrating different personalities, how the Brooklyn Nets might just be a mirage or the sports version of a "unicorn," how Kevin Durant is like Jacob Degrom, the New York Mets, and so much more.

Tim Castano and Jayme Alfano Mulhern join the show for the eighth year to talk Oscars 2022/94th Academy Awards, including nominees for Best Picture, Director, Actor/Actress in a Leading Role, Actor/Actress in a Supporting Role, and more.  Discussion touches on The Power of the Dog, CODA, Belfast, West Side Story, Dune, King Richard, Licorice Pizza, Drive My Car, Don't Look Up, Nightmare Alley, The Eyes of Tammy Faye, The Lost Daughter, Being the Ricardos, Spencer, Parallel Mothers, tick, tick... Boom!, The Tragedy of Macbeth, and more!      

Matt is joined by Gustavo Souza to talk all about Apple's "Peek Performance" event, Apple M1 Ultra, The Mac Studio, Studio Display, new iPhone SE, iPad Air with M1 Chip, Apple TV Plus and Baseball, AirPods, and so much more.

Greg Hrinya is a former NBA writer and author of The 5-Year Plan: The Nets' Tumultuous Journey from New Jersey to Brooklyn.  Greg and Matt discuss the James Harden-Ben Simmons trade between the Brooklyn Nets and the Philadelphia 76ers.  The deal also included Paul Millsap going to Philadelphia and Seth Curry, Andre Drummond and two first-round draft picks coming back to Brooklyn.  Other topics include Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, Harden's Brooklyn tenure, and Adrian Wojnarowski    

In March 2014, Matt and his wife Melany interviewed Melany's grandmother, Elizabeth Innes, on the cusp of her 90th birthday.  The interview culminated with the announcement of Matt and Melany's first pregnancy, which would be Elizabeth's first great grandchild. On February 5th, 2022, Elizabeth - "Bet" - passed away.  In honor of an amazing and long life, we are releasing the interview as a podcast.

Matt talks about a great personal and professional 2021, local politics and education, working out, the thoughts of going away with his family, and Apple's newest car initiative.  

Matt talks about the Jason Garrett firing, the state of the New York Giants, Nespresso, Mac Mini, MacBook Pro, and the ideal home computer setup.

Matt talks about eight years of Mix-Minus Podcast and all of the new things Apple announced this week.