The Bear Den

Kristi McHenry joins Matt in the studio today to give a little insight into her childhood, and her new and amazing business, Riot Dance Fitness. Kristi talks about her upbringing with half siblings, step siblings, parents and step parents. She talks about meeting her husband Micheal and their teenage daughter Elle, and the things they do to stay connected during their busy schedules, especially with Kristi owning and operating the best dance fitness movement in Utah. 

Adrian Maco, Matt's WATT brother joins him in the studio today to talk about being days away from being a dad. Adrian shares about being born in Peru and moving to the USA, being raised by his mom and living with sisters, and the relationship with his parents. Adrian and Matt discuss the preparation he and his wife Kim have been doing ready for their baby girl, and the excitement and fear about being new parents. 

Today's special guest is a mother of 6, a Zumba Instructor, a homeschool mom, Mrs Riverton, and competing for Mrs Utah. Lindsey Taylor shares how she got into Zumba and the lessons she has learnt from being a full-time working mom, and the passion she has to share those lessons and messages with other women. 

Matt met Jimmy Rex 18 months ago when he joined We Are The They, founded by Jimmy. Today Matt and Jimmy are close friends, and Jimmy sits down to share with Matt about his childhood, baseball, leaving the LDS church, and the years of self development which led him to start We Are The They. This is an episode not to be missed.

On today's episode, Melissa Von Musser sits down with Matt to share her story of how she created a life by design. She shares the story of her parents' marriage and her early life as a young girl. Melissa discusses her failed marriages, and what she did to pull herself out of the darkness, which ultimately led her to becoming a coach for Tony Robbins. Listen in to hear some wonderful words of wisdom from the Queen Bee herself. 

On this special episode, Matt's wife Andrea takes the lead as she hosts her closest friends in the studio. Michelle, Haleigh, Karissa and Andrea discuss how they became friends, and what that friendship means to them, and what it looks like with not all of them living in the same city. Want to know how to create everlasting friendship? This episode is for you.

Today's guest originates from Brazil, and now calls Salt Lake City her home. Sarah shares about being raised in Brazil, what family life looked like, and also the traumatic event of being held up at gunpoint which was the deciding factor to leave and move to the USA. Listen in to hear about that transition, and the life that Sarah has now with her husband and children in Salt Lake City.

On the show this week is a remarkable young lady, with a very interesting story. Natalie shares with us how she grew up in an orphanage in Russia from the age of 4, eventually being adopted at the age of 9. She talks about her biological mother, and also about her wonderful parents who adopted her and her younger sister. Do not miss this beautiful episode.

In today's episode Andrea, Matts wife, takes the reins and dives into Matt's story. Matt shares his past, the work that he has done in the last several years, and what brought him to create the Bear Den Podcast.

In today's episode, Matt is joined by his guest Amber Thompson. Amber shares her story about growing up in Colorado with a split family, and the issues and difficulties that caused. Amber then goes on to talk about some of the boundaries that she had created, to ensure the pain of the past does not show its presence in her future.

In this week's episode, Matt's very good friend Brandon comes on to talk and share the life of his father Craig, who passed away several months ago. Brandon shares stories about his dad, and some of the lessons he was taught as a kid, that he is now passing on to his children. Enjoy!

Matt's wife Andrea is back on the show today to discuss the events of the last few months that lead to her having a hysterectomy just before Thanksgiving. Andrea discusses the reasons behind the hysterectomy, and also coming to terms with having the surgery at the age of 39. We hope you enjoy this episode!

Dr. Bridger Battaglia comes on the show today to share his story of how he got into medicine, and what led him to be a psychiatrist. Bridger also shares his insight in dealing with children, and also the recurring issues he sees in adults due to their childhood.

In this week's beautiful episode, Matt's good friend Karissa is on the show to share her experiences parenting as a healer. Karissa talks about being married to her husband Josh, and raising their 4 beautiful children in Arizona. She goes on to discuss some of her struggles she endured before finding the power of self love and energy. Join me for one of the most beautiful and enlightening episodes of The Bear Den.

Beary Chritstmas to you all. This week Matt and his family talk about their Christmas traditions, from celebrating Christmas on the 24th, their favourite movies, and much more. Come join the Bear Family on their Christmas adventure.

What would this show really be about if we did not have Matt's daughters on. This week Anna, Matt's youngest daughter, talks about her favourite memories with dad, things they love to do, and what brings them together.

What would this show really be about if we did not have Matt's daughters on. This week Lily, Matt's eldest daughter, talks about her favourite memories with dad, things they love to do, and what brings them together.

On the show, Haleigh shares a little about her childhood, with her father being Australian. Matt and Haleigh then go on to discuss one of the things they have in common, step-parenting. Haleigh talks about her relationship with Nick, and some of the lessons she has learnt and the obstacles she has overcome being a new parent to a 16 and 13 year old.

Matt's wonderful friend Michelle is on this week's episode sharing her beautiful story. She openly shares about struggling with alcohol at a young age, and quickly changing her priorities when finding out she was pregnant. She shares about her lack of self love, and her struggles in her marriage to Tyler....until she found breathwork, and breathwork transformed her.

Jeremy Macy is in the studio today, and he discusses his story of losing his mother when he was 6, and being abused by his father. He talks about the struggles of growing up, and moving around. He then openly chats about how he raises his children, the things he loves to do with his family, and the lessons he has learnt through life.

Necole enters the studio today to share with Matt how her and her husband John found young love and created a family. She shares the fun things the Hammond family do to stay connected while Necole and John both run their own businesses.

On this week's Episode, Jarom Iacono sits down with Matt and talks about raising girls, and what being a girl dad means to him. Jarom also shares a beautiful story regarding his son, and how the power of self belief can help you achieve your dreams.

In this episode Rebecca reveals the pain and suffering she went through as a young child growing up being the victim of abuse. She talks about the uncertainty in her childhood, and how home was not a safe place for her. She elaborates on the mental fortitude she created for herself so she could get through the other side. Becca discusses the boundaries she has had to set between herself and her family to ensure her physical and mental health heals. Married with children, Becca talks about the ground rules and systems she has in place for her immediate family to ensure her husband and children are loved and grow in a healthy space.

Kade Johnson rounds up one heck of an episode this week. Kade shares his story about being diagnosed and beating cancer, and the risks that could have on him being a father down the road. Kade lovingly discusses how he met his wife, who at the time was a widow with children, and whose husband was a friend of Kades and who passed away with cancer. He shares the struggles about becoming a husband and a stepfather in one go, and the lessons he and his family have learnt as they evolve and grow. Kade also proudly tells the tale of how his son was born, after being told that children may not be in his future.

From birth Ben has been facing daily challenges. Being born with Cruzon Syndrome, Ben has undergone many extensive facial surgeries. Ben shares about the wonderful life his parents gave him, and how they pushed him to think past the restraints of his disability, and how to overcome the fear of being different. Ben then goes on to share how he took those beautiful lessons that his parents shared, and how he brings that into his story of being a parent, which again saw him and his wife face struggles and restraints.

In this week's episode, Talia shares her experience on the emotional rollercoaster of motherhood with us. From the highs of attending marriage counseling before marrying her husband Bracken, and the lows of trying to conceive and having several miscarriages. After several attempts they were blessed with their first two children, only to have more miscarriages down the road. Finally they were gifted their third child unexpectedly, before the universe asked them to take on an amazing new role.

The Doctor is most certainly in the house in this episode. Dr. Nicholas Howland is a leading plastic surgeon, and he beautifully shares the struggles of how his life in medicine put struggles on his marriage and his young children. We discuss the feelings about the mother of his children getting remarried and introducing another father figure into his children's lives, and the personal growth that Nick has worked on in the last several years.

In the studio today is the face behind Salt Lake City's finest eateries. Michael opens up about his work life balance, and how he connects with his wife and teenage daughter. Michael also shares the circumstances around him having young twin daughters with his best friend, and how the family dynamic works involving all parties.

In this episode, Jamie shares her path from trauma to becoming a Somatic Practitioner. She explains the power of breath, and how that can release childhood trauma, and she shares beautiful examples of how to connect with our kids.

On today's episode, Michelle discusses life growing up as the only girl surrounded by brothers. Michelle shares how she and her husband Mark created their family values after leaving the LDS Church. Michelle also shares the reasons why she decided to continue to homeschool their 3 children post COVID lockdown, and the beauty and growth she has seen in the kids since doing so.

Today Josh talks about the stresses of starting a business at the same time as starting a family. He shares the lessons he has learnt from his special needs daughter, what life is like as a dance dad, and the responsibility of being anointed “King” by his two sons.

In today's episode Mark discusses being raised in the LDS church, and then leaving the church and raising a family with his wife Michelle. Mark shares his insight on balancing family and work life, and what life was like growing up as a McCormack.

In this episode Matt and Andrea discuss raising their daughters, and how Matt adapted to the Step-Parent lifestyle with Andrea's guidance. They discuss having children together, the lessons they have learnt about parenting from each other, and overcoming difficult family dynamics.

In this introductory episode of The Bear Den, you'll learn why host Matt Barré decided to start this podcast and the value he'll provide when it comes to perspectives on parenting. Being a step-father, which Matt refers to as "bonus dad", he was thrown into the parenting lifestyle rather abruptly. Matt share's a little about what it's like to be a bonus dad, and how he's confident that the parents he brings on this podcast will expand your view as parents yourselves!