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Moon Tea Links: Email us: moonteapodcast@gmail.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3iZ4EAqK6TM4olrpjAeVq1?si=xO-AlKidSUiGIWtoTxQHIQ&dl_branch=1 Google Podcasts: https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy82NTlkMTJlMC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== Anchor: https://anchor.fm/moon-tea - 00:35 Hugh introduces Matt - 2:33 Matt introduces himself - 6:13 Jon: Do you still live in New York City? - 8:26 Jon: How long has Matt been recording his podcast? He's recording his 18th episode! - 9:20 Matt: What's the journey of Moon Tea Podcast been like? - 10:20 Matt: Do we have a specific person we curate Moon Tea Podcast for? - 11:30 If you want a Lunchclub invite, email us at MoonTeaPodcast@gmail.com! - 12:40 Matt: Have you ever done any networking groups before? - 14:20 Matt: Is this podcast G-rated? - 16:00 Matt: Is Lunchclub really AI driven? - 16:30 Matt: What's the difference between Machine Learning and AI? - 18:40 Matt shows his incredible telescope, astrophotography setup - 21:30 Matt shows a photo he took of the Orion Nebula - 21:50 Jon: Is this one of those projects where you buy small then keep buying bigger and bigger camera gear? - 22:45 Matt shows the Veil Nebula → it's an exploded star!! - 25:10 Jon: How did you get started in the astro photography world? - 26:00 Matt breaks down his thought process on how he learns quickly in new topics - example: his Archery rabbit-hole story - 28:50 Jon: So you're into bio-hacking and nootropics? - 30:00 Jon: What are the supplements you've found to have the most benefit? How did you approach this? - 31:15 Matt has run an Ironman! - 38:26 Jon: What changes have you noticed since you've started on this supplement journey? - 41:00 Matt: Red light therapy - 42:50 Matt: White light spectrum therapy for jet lag - 44:45 Jon: What's your travel stack? - 50:00 Matt: For the meditative Muse headband, did you see a corollary between the birds chirping and a meditative state? - 53:30 Matt: The best question is what can you get that gets you to use x more. Not, what's the best? - 57:20 Matt: Why does Dr. Mike swear by the Aura ring? - 59:55 Jon: Hugh mentioned you bought a domain name called, Headshop? - 1:01:50 Jon: Is your web / mobile design company an agency? - 1:02:30 Jon: Which side of the business is more interesting to you? - 1:05:40 Matt: Is it worth poisoning the world by selling an $8 battery instead of selling a rechargeable one? - 1:06:30 Jon: If you have any generic words of wisdom what would you say? - Matt: Ask seven (7) questions, it will change you life! - 1:10:20 Hugh thinks the seven question is better than the five whys - 1:11:20 Hugh: What's your podcast called? What's your astro portfolio called? - Matt: Irreverant health (will be released at the 20th episode recording). No photo portfolio yet, but will open source someday. - 1:12:23 Thanks for listening! Tune in next time, see ya!
TW: Violent ThemesOn this episode, we have Matt talking about his childhood traumas caused by bullying and the lack of parental support he received, and how it developed into depression.Come and experience Matt's journey through life, as he tells us how he navigated through such traumatic experiences, his intrusive thoughts, and how he manages to still work hard to be a top realtor here in Toronto.To follow Matt/Ask questions, follow him on IG at realtormattleung !If you would like to be on an episode, feel free to contact me at stephendiego@hotmail.com
Our hosts Matt ‘Ask me about my Pi’ Yette and Matt ‘Barbecue-As-A-Service’ Cozzolino welcome back to the virtual studios our very own IVOXY Principal Consultant, Mr. Alec Taylor, who shares his camaraderie and technical perspective on this casual, fun edition of Data Center Therapy which was recorded #live at our VMworld 2020 REDUX event. You’ll get to hear about a few odds and ends that have the Matts and Alec thinking about the future like ESXi-on-ARM, DR testing, Carbon Black, and active-active data centers. PS: We're hosing one more chance for your to catch the full VMworld 2020 REDUX on November 5. This is our can't-miss event of the year – learn more and register here for free: ivoxy.com/redux. We hope to see you there, including at a very special episode of Data Center Therapy #Live to kick off the day!
Premium Economy is a great compromise if you want a more comfortable experience than Economy, without paying for Business or First class airfares! In this episode, AFF's favourite travel agent Alan Lam (a.k.a. madrooster on AFF) joins Matt to discuss the pros & cons of Premium Economy and which airlines to use when flying Premium Economy to Europe or North America. Matt and Alan also discuss the upcoming British Airways Executive Club program changes. Episode contents: 0:49 - Fortnightly news round-up 4:35 - Interview with Alan Lam about Premium Economy 27:49 - The interview continues with discussion on British Airways Avios changes Links: Got a question for Matt? Ask in our dedicated "Ask Matt" thread AFF on Air Discussion thread - this is the place to discuss anything in this episode Frequent Flyer Solutions training program Frequent Flyer Gazette articles referenced in the fortnightly news round-up: Cathay Pacific to Cut Cairns Connection Up to 25% Bonus Velocity Points on Transfers – May 2019 British Airways Partner Award Price Increase
Frequent flyer points are a valuable currency, but they aren't immune from hyperinflation! In this episode, Matt discusses why frequent flyer points are a terrible long-term investment. This episode also includes an interview with Darwin-based frequent flyer Leon Loganathan about redeeming Alaska Airlines miles, Marriott Bonvoy, Emirates First Class, the Qantas call centre, the Northern Territory and more. Episode contents: 1:00 - Fortnightly news round-up 5:47 - Why frequent flyer points are a poor long-term investment 13:17 - Interview with Leon Loganathan 32:34 - New Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan promo Links: Got a question for Matt? Ask in our dedicated "Ask Matt" thread AFF on Air Discussion thread - this is the place to discuss anything in this episode How to Buy & Redeem Alaska Airlines Miles Frequent Flyer Gazette articles referenced in the fortnightly news round-up: United Airlines Removing Award Charts Qantas Launches Seasonal Sapporo Flights Lucky Upgrade for Hawaii-Bound Jetstar Passengers New Istanbul Airport is Fully Operational Customs & Immigration Delays at Avalon Airport Virgin Australia Wellington Lounge Review Are RewardPay & B2Bpay Still Worth Using? Bankwest Devalues Qantas MasterCards
Matt discusses SkyTeam (the forgotten alliance) and how you can gain elite status with SkyTeam for free. This episode also includes an interview with AFF moderator Lindsay, a.k.a. "QF WP" about travel, the Concorde, AFF acronyms and more. Episode contents: 0:50 - Fortnightly news round-up 4:41 - Delta's SkyTeam status match challenge 11:32 - Interview with "QF WP" 27:47 - The devaluations are coming Links: Got a question for Matt? Ask in our dedicated "Ask Matt" thread AFF on Air Discussion thread - this is the place to discuss anything in this episode Upcoming webinar - "SkyTeam for Australians" (10 April) Amex Changes Imminent Westpac Discontinues Velocity Auto-Redemption KrisFlyer Star Alliance Award Price Increase from 16 April 2019 KrisFlyer Hikes Virgin Australia, Virgin Atlantic Award Rates Frequent Flyer Gazette articles referenced in the fortnightly news round-up: Major Thai Airways Royal Orchid Plus Devaluation WOW AIR Fails to Wow Passengers, Investors Virgin Australia’s Website Doesn’t Work Double Qantas Points on Qantas & Emirates Flights
Matt discusses the latest airline news and upcoming changes to the Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer program. This episode also includes an interview with Peter Chin, a former pilot and instructor at Flight Experience in Perth. Episode contents: 0:58 - Fortnightly news round-up 5:47 - Interview with Peter Chin about fear of flying 18:43 - New airline routes launching next weekend 24:43 - Upcoming changes to KrisFlyer Star Alliance awards Links: AFF on Air Discussion thread - this is the place to discuss anything in this episode Got a question for Matt? Ask in our dedicated "Ask Matt" thread KrisFlyer Star Alliance Award Price Increase from 16 April 2019 Frequent Flyer Gazette articles referenced in the fortnightly news round-up: American Airlines Raises Cost of AAdvantage Miles Qantas Classic Flight Reward Discount The Latest KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes Deals Perth to Lombok Non-Stop for $155 return Book Delta Premium Select with Velocity Points Australia Grounds Boeing 737 MAX Qantas Enhances Carry-on Limit
Matt discusses the current Avianca LifeMiles promotion, the issues plaguing the new airports in Istanbul and Berlin, the latest frequent flyer news, and more. Episode contents: 0:50 - Fortnightly news round-up 5:13 - Buying LifeMiles for discounted premium cabin flights 16:47 - Will the new airports in Istanbul and Berlin ever open? 23:48 - Ask Matt: Phantom Virgin Australia award availability on Expert Flyer Links: AFF on Air Discussion thread - this is the place to discuss anything in this episode Got a question for Matt? Ask in our dedicated "Ask Matt" thread How to Buy and Redeem Avianca LifeMiles Frequent Flyer Solutions training Award Flight Assist Frequent Flyer Gazette articles referenced in the fortnightly news round-up: Qantas Enhances Carry-on Limit Qantas Launching Melbourne-Queenstown Flights Uber Introduces Tipping in Australia Earn 100 Easy Qantas Points at Melbourne Airport Booking Air Niugini Flights with Qantas Points
Matt discusses the Qantas double status credits promotion, online tools for finding award availability and the current Finnair round-the-world sale in Business class. This episode features interviews with travel agent Alan Lam (a.k.a. madrooster) and Chris Lopinto, the founder of Expert Flyer. Episode contents: 0:51 - Fortnightly news round-up 5:14 - Interview with travel agent Alan Lam (a.k.a. madrooster) about Finnair's Business class round-the-world sale 17:32 - Qantas Double Status Credits offer 21:52 - Interview with Chris Lopinto, founder of Expert Flyer 26:47 - Ask Matt: Online tools for finding award availability 33:06 - Ask Matt: Australian domestic flights departing from international terminals Links: AFF on Air Discussion thread - this is the place to discuss anything in this episode Got a question for Matt? Ask in our dedicated "Ask Matt" thread Discounted Finnair Round-the-World Business Fares Maximise Double Qantas Status Credits – February 2019 Award Flight Assist AFF Gold member benefits (including Expert Flyer discount) Upcoming webinar - "Must-Have Online Tools for Frequent Flyers" (27 February) Frequent Flyer Gazette articles referenced in the fortnightly news round-up: Credit Card Retention Offers Are Dead Qantas, Emirates Chauffeur Drive Cutbacks United Reduces Flights to Sydney Qantas’ New Credit Card Has a $1,200 Annual Fee Airlines Fight Back Against Hidden-City Ticketing The Latest KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes Deals
Matt discusses the current Virgin Australia Double Status Credits promotion, flight booking terminology, award availability, and more. This episode also features an interview with Jessica Tam, one of the moderators on the Australian Frequent Flyer forum. Episode contents: 0:52 - Fortnightly news round-up 4:32 - Virgin Australia double status credits offer 16:47 - Interview with Jessica Tam 27:09 - Ask Matt: Ticketing, reservations and other terminology used when booking flights 30:42 - Ask Matt: Airline routes that never have award availability Links: Episode 4: AFF discussion thread - this is the place to discuss anything in this episode Got a question for Matt? Ask in our dedicated "Ask Matt" thread The Best Velocity Status Runs with Double Status Credits Current Virgin Australia Discount Codes Frequent Flyer Gazette articles referenced in the fortnightly news round-up: New Velocity Double Status Credits Offer (February 2019) Macquarie Hilton Honors Credit Card Axed
Matt discusses the pros & cons of fifth-freedom flights, Singapore Airlines round-the-world award tickets, a Virgin Australia Gold status shortcut, the latest frequent flyer news, and more. Episode contents: 0:48 - Fortnightly news round-up 5:07 - Discussion on fifth-freedom flights 18:32 - Virgin Australia Pilot Gold status shortcut 22:32 - Ask Matt: How to book a round-the-world award ticket with Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer miles 27:45 - Ask Matt: Crediting points and status credits to different airlines? Links: Episode 3: AFF discussion thread - this is the place to discuss anything in this episode Got a question for Matt? Ask in our dedicated "Ask Matt" thread A Complete List of Fifth-Freedom Routes "Fly Freedom and Get Gold" Offer Current Virgin Australia Discount Codes Frequent Flyer Gazette articles referenced in the fortnightly news round-up: Free Qantas Vouchers for Switching Flights SPG, Marriott Loyalty Programs Merge as Marriott Bonvoy Royal Brunei Launching Brisbane Flights Qantas Restores A330 on Sydney-Bali Route Qantas Frequent Flyer Raises Joining Fee Emirates Axes Sydney-Bangkok Route
Matt discusses the upcoming Amex Membership Rewards changes, Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer changes, the recent Cathay Pacific mistake fares, and more. This episode also features an interview with Clifford Reichlin, the founder of Australian Frequent Flyer. Episode contents: 0:25 - Fortnightly news round-up 5:27 - Discussion on the upcoming Amex Membership Rewards devaluation 16:15 - Interview with Clifford Reichlin 29:40 - Introducing our "Ask Matt" segment Links: Episode 2: AFF discussion thread - this is the place to discuss anything in this episode Got a question for Matt? Ask in our dedicated "Ask Matt" thread Upcoming webinar - "Amex Points Devaluation: What Now?" (23 January at 8pm AEDT) Frequent Flyer Gazette articles referenced in the fortnightly news round-up: Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Changes from 24 January Velocity Devalues KrisFlyer Transfers New Velocity Carrier Charges on Reward Flights China Southern Will Leave SkyTeam Bestjet Goes Bust, Tickets Cancelled Cathay Pacific Mistake Fares Honoured
Han and Matt are joined again by Alison Green of Ask a Manager fame on the Monday episode to talk about Alison's upcoming book (out TOMORROW!), re-discuss some recent Ask a Manager questions, and tackle questions of various topics from around the web: Sponsor: Sudio, maker of stylish headphones! Use discount code "KNOWITALL" at checkout for 15% off your order. Alison Green Ask a Manager Book Direct Report on Slate Ask a Manager on Twitter Alison's previous Han and Matt guest spots: #13: Hannah and Matt Ask a Manager #23: Hannah and Matt Summon Alison Green #60: Hannah and Matt Ask a Manager II: The Speakquel Ask a Manager: "I got written up because my coworker saw maxi pads in my car" Ask a Manager: "I'm required to take two weeks off and I don't want to" Dear Prudence: "How Do I Prevent My Coworker From Pranking Me Again?" (AKA 'Confused') r/relationships: "Girlfriend of 2 years (28f) replaced all my (28m) old books with new copies, angry doesn't begin to describe how I feel" Ask APW: "Will My Bachelorette Party Be Awkward Since I Have No Friends?" Listener Christine: "My neighbor’s dog's toy is LOUD. Is it petty to complain?" Submit your favorite questions or questions you may have for the podcast to hanandmattknowitall@gmail.com, anonymously at bit.ly/askhanandmatt, or to askahelpinghan@gmail.com for a Han-only written answer on hanandmattknowitall.com. Looking to support us? Desperately in need of a fantastical alter-ego? You can become a Patreon supporter and donate to us monthly for all kinds of sweet perks!
Nearly a year later after she was Han and Matt's first ever guest, Alison Green of "Ask a Manager" fame joins the Know-It-Alls again for a Monday episode that's all-work-related questions! Ask a Manager Ask a Manager: "Listen to Episode 1 of the Ask a Manager Podcast" Ask a Manager Podcast on iTunes Ask a Manager on Twitter Hannah and Matt Know It All: "#51: 2017’s Best & Worst Advice Questions (Ft. The Bad Advisor)" Ask a Manager: "I Ghosted My Ex, and She's About to Be My New Boss" Ask a Manager: "Update: I Ghosted My Ex, and She’s About to Be My New Boss" Ask A Manager: "How Do I Handle My Boss's Toxic Girlfriend?" Ask A Manager: "My Coworker Is Crowdfunding for IVF and Keeps Asking Everyone for Money" Ask a Manager: "Our Boss Will Fire Us If We Don’t Sign up to Be a Liver Donor for His Brother" Ask A Manager: "Should Employees Have to Ask for a Raise?" Ask A Manager: "My Coworker Had an Affair with a Colleague’s Husband, and Now Is Treating Her Badly at Work" Listener alyTemporalAnom: "What Should I Do About Having Mistakenly Gotten a Message From a Coworker Who Was Trash-Talking Me?" Submit your favorite questions or questions you may have for the podcast to hanandmattknowitall@gmail.com, anonymously at bit.ly/askhanandmatt, or to askahelpinghan@gmail.com for a Han-only written answer on hanandmattknowitall.com. Looking to support us? Desperately in need of a fantastical alter-ego? You can become a Patreon supporter and donate to us monthly for all kinds of sweet perks!
(Note: This is with new and improved audio as of April 6th!) Hannah and Matt tackle questions from some of their favorite advice sources from the week of March 26th, 2017, and beyond—and are joined this week by special guest Alison Green of the ESSENTIAL advice blog 'Ask a Manager'!!—including: Ask a Manager (June 2, 2016): "I Accidentally Hugged the CEO"; Ask a Manager (July 26, 2013): "An Employee Is Putting Magic Curses on Her Coworkers"; Ask a Manager: "I Was Rejected for a Job Because of My Romantic History"; Ask E. Jean: "How Do I Get My Nightmare Coworker to Leave Me Alone?"; Dear Prudence: "Renting to Family"; Listener: "Nervous About My Neighbor"; Chicago Tribune: "What to do with threatening neighbors displaying mental illness?"; Nolo: "Scared of Your Neighbor?"; Nolo: "When selling my home, is it fraud to tell my neighbors to be on their best behavior?"; Submit your favorite questions or questions you may have for the podcast to hanandmattknowitall@gmail.com, anonymously at bit.ly/askhanandmatt, or to askahelpinghan@gmail.com for a Han-only written answer on hanandmattknowitall.com. Looking to support us? Desperately in need of a fantastical alter-ego? You can become a Patreon supporter and donate to us monthly for all kinds of sweet perks!