What’s The Matter Podcast

Episode 17 WTM with Cancel Culture

In episode 17 of the WTM Podcast, hosts G Man and Kel discuss the evolution of Cancel Culture, tracing its roots to 1880 Irish land war. They explore how modern Cancel Culture differs from historical boycotts, emphasizing the rapid and often fleeting nature of public shaming in the digital age. The conversation touches on various examples, including the impact of cancel culture on celebrities, the Washington Redskins name change, and the role of media in amplifying public shaming. They also debate the ethics of rebranding canceled celebrities and the line between comedy and cancel culture. The discussion explores the differences between consequences and cancelation, noting that cancelation can be swift and disproportionate, while consequences are often proportional and linked to justice or personal growth. The conversation also touched on the impact of cancel culture on public figures, the role of media in shaping perceptions, and the importance of self-forgiveness and accountability in personal growth.

Episode 16 WTM with Drug Cartels

G-Man and Kel welcome the owner of Sol Cannabis Dispensary Ed Alexander with Life Coach Art Arreola also in studio. The panel discusses the current state of marijuana legalization, specifically the abuses and difficulties caused by competition through regulation and government strong arm policies. As normal they have a good time with plenty of laughs, care, and banter.

Episode 15 WTM with Street Survival

G-Man and Kel welcome Robb Russo and Grant Denton into the Matterhorn Studio to talk about What's the Matter? with Street Survival. Both men have experienced being homeless when they were young teenagers, and both have taken different paths, but have arrived as success stories. One is a Law Enforcement Officer, and the other is a recovered drug addict who now is a motivational speaker and helping those who find themselves 'Houseless,' but not without hope.

Episode 14 WTM with Hollywood

G-Man, Kel, and Art welcome Image Consultant Myree Townsend into the Matterhorn Studio to discuss her business and area of expertise, and experience the conversation about What's the Matter? with Hollywood.

Episode 13 WTM with Free Will

G-Man and Kel explore the notion of Free Will and discuss whether it's real or an illusion...

Episode 12 WTM with Civil Disobedience

G-Man and Kel speak with Detective Matt Thornton and they talk about 1st Amendment Auditing advocacy, helping youth, helping people, and his incredible story of recovery and influence.

Episode 11 WTM with Change

G-Man and Kel welcome Life Coaches Art Arreola and Lana McMurray into the conversation and discuss the human condition and the necessity of 'Change.' Lana is the Owner of Free 2 Thrive Life Coaching, and Art is embarking on a path to Host his own Podcast called the Roundtable Pod. 

Episode 10 WTM with Youth Culture

G-Man and Kel represent a couple of Gen Xers and explore the difficulty of being young in today's world and contrasts a little bit with the 'Good Ole Days'

Episode 9 WTM with Aliens

G-Man and Kel delve into a 'History Matters' episode facing the question of What's the Matter with Aliens? Drawing from Erich von Däniken’s groundbreaking 1968 book Chariots of the Gods, the hosts dive into historical mysteries, unexplained architecture, and celestial symbolism that fuel the Ancient Aliens hypothesis. The conversation is layered with information from History Channel’s Ancient Aliens and figures like Giorgio Tsoukalos, David Childress & others. The dynamic duo tip toes around religion and politics and this episode displays some artful tight rope walking...

Episode 8 WTM with Women's Sports

G-Man and Kel talk about the recent controversies regarding Caitlin Clark and the WNBA. They delve into tribalism within our civilization's DNA and how to combat it.