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Meet Matt Drinkhahn, the Eternal Optimist

Matt Drinkhahn, the host of Eternal Optimist Podcast, feels the world throws negativity his way, but he sees challenges as opportunities. He wants to share this optimistic outlook through the podcast.
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Succeeding Despite It - Not Because of It: Living with OCD with Bob Burg

Succeeding Despite It - Not Because of It:...

In this episode, Bob Burg opens up about his lifelong struggle with OCD, sharing how it has shaped h...

Distraction: The Silent Killer of Productivity with Mike Fancher

Distraction: The Silent Killer of Productivity with Mike...

In this episode, Matt welcomes Mike Fancher to the show to tackle the issue of distraction and its i...

Corporate Rebels: How to Drive Change When No One Else Will with Shannon Lucas and Tracey Lovejoy

Corporate Rebels: How to Drive Change When No...

Matt has a fascinating conversation with Shannon Lucas and Tracey Lovejoy. They share their journeys...

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What Our Listeners Are Saying

Feel inspired as you navigate the journeys of other successful creators, business people, and entrepreneurs.

This podcast is a great antidote for tough days and challenging times!

I had the incredible pleasure and honor of being introduced to Matt by a common friend in the podcasting world - and upon talking with Matt - was immediately put at ease by how gracious, thoughtful, and authentic he was in our interactions (and I don’t give such praise lightly - especially in regards to authenticity - which is an increasingly rare and special characteristic!). This introduction and meeting led to Matt extending an invitation for me to be a guest on this show - and it was an easy yes for me - as I felt very confident that we could have a highly engaging and meaningful conversation together. Well - Matt certainly didn’t disappoint - as our conversation turned out to be one of my favorite podcasting experiences - and I am now firmly a fan of this podcast - and more importantly - of Matt as a person! I find Matt’s perspective and character to be infectious in the best possible sense - and exactly what is needed in such challenging and divisive times. I hope this podcast gets massive attention - and the audience it deserves!!

Dr Andy Garrett

So good!

I’ve been listening to The Eternal Optimist Podcast for about 6 months now. Matt truly has a gift for seeing the good in the world and it inspires me to do better / be better! This podcast helps put in perspective some of my challenges and gives me courage to move forward to overcome them. I enjoy the diversity of guests and was particularly intrigued by the Wohlwend family - every member of the family is an entrepreneur, even the young boys.

M.E. Nerd

Great Insight!

Coach Matt brings fresh perspective with some awesome guests and great topics! You’ll walk away from each episode with something actionable you can apply to your life and business.

Danlipps

Raw Authentic Servant Leader

I just love how real and authentic Matt really is when it comes to showing up big in the world and introducing me to some of the most amazing people he knows. The books that he shares on his podcast, to all the tips strategies and life hacks that come out, as as result of him, not only talking about being on the journey, but walking through it and guiding me along the way! I always look forward to listening to more amazing and authentic guest. He has to expose me to.

PS I cannot wait to get a hold of his book!!!

Mouss Thee

Incredible conversations

I always feel so good listening to these podcasts! He’s such a great host and I feel that I leave having learned something new.

Jammin416

Motivation with Passion is a beautiful recipe to better your qualities and success

This podcast is amazing. The depth of passion used to help motivate people to become better as humans, as employees, and with family. The work life balance will make you a better human.

Highly recommend as it changed my life and my success in business.

HappyAppie

I love the positivity!

I really enjoyed the deep dive into each topic as well as the optimistic outlook. This will brighten your day and make you highlight the good in your world!

07FrankandTedmom

Optimism wins

So thankful for this podcast and how it spreads positivity!! We could all use a little more positivity in this world. Overcoming challenges is part of life and without pruning we would never grow. Love how this podcast challenges us to see the good and overcome challenges

Lori_R_JLJL

Have a drink of optimism with Drinkhan

Listening to this I realized I'm a bit optimism deficient! Great stories of redemption, hope, and restoration from leaders and thinkers here.

JRoseland

What a treat

It seems that anytime I listen to Matt I am inspired. This is a man who has priorities straight and leads from the heart. I find wisdom and motivation every time I listen to this show.

Willpower108

Million Dollar Show

Loved the episode with Roderic Lenhart. “The cost of anything is the amount of life you exchange for it.”

That one line was worth my time for sure. Thanks for the inspiration.

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More than a conversation

There is nothing fluffy or woo-woo about the eternal optimist, this show is more than a conversation as Matt goes deep and finds the insight anyone else would overlook. It’s about real life and real results. I love the guests, but what makes it great is how Matt cares so deeply and pulls you in for the journey. Give this a listen!

Engineer-Coach-Zach

Coach Matt is the real deal.

I e known Coach Matt for several years and he Genuinely cares about the people that come into his life and their betterment. The guests he has the access to are next level and there is always a golden nugget or two that I get when I listen to him talk. Well worth the investment of time.

T Gunter

Great stuff

Matt is one of the most positive and growth minded guys I’ve had a chance to cross paths with so this is the perfect name of a show hosted by him! Give it a listen.

BradJohnson25

Guaranteed upgrade...

...to your mindset, your outlook, and your day. Matt Drinkahn doesn't shy away from tough and complicated issues. Instead, thanks to his deep presence with his top-notch guests, he transforms hard things into opportunities for hope.

DrKMF

Great podcast!

I have been listening for a little over a week now and it’s amazing the positivity that Matt exudes over the screen and the microphone. The latest podcast I listened too made me think about my own kids and the challenges they face in this digital world that are significantly different than when I grew up. Looking forward to more 7am segments!

BDivins

A Must Listen

Matt is an incredible interviewer, always packs so much value, and most of all always shows the light in the darkness no matter what the story is.

RockyG

We all need this kind of optimism!

I love the focus of this show! Matt brings on inspiring guests Matt to help elevate our minds, lives and relationships! Yes please to more optimism!

Julie Reisler, Life Designer

Great show

I love mats energy and eternal optimism. Great guests and a great message.

Geoff Woods

AWESOME Podcast, GREAT Host

I highly recommend you subscribe to this podcast and tune into every show. Matt is a great dude, and walks the walk. He has unique insights and perspectives that can have a profound impact on your life and business.

AlexP02552

Motivational

Matt is a great motivator and finds amazing guests and stories. A great show!

Dunc_Dad

Outstanding and Inspirational Podcast!

Matt’s has stellar energy and enthusiasm for each podcast and the content always leaves me inspired to take positive action in the three most important areas of my Life- personally, professionally, and with my Family. Listening to this to start my day has added tremendous value to my experience.

B-ROCK45

Great show! Great topics!

Such a great show! The world needs more optimism and such a great array of topics that are so relevant!

#I4F

Awesome Energy + Content

Love everything about this podcast. As a business owner I love the depth of the conversations and being able to apply what I learn on the podcasts to every day life and work. Matt is amazing.

Pourmybeer

The Eternal Optimist

I’m fortunate to know Matt Drinkhahn and he truly is an Eternal Optimist! His Podcast connects me to amazing people whose stories bring light and hope to the world. Thanks Matt for your courage to share your unique perception of the world through your Podcast!

Jon Zieve

Amazing material

Matt covers such an array of topics, all valuable and enlightening

concernedking

Boost Your Motivation with the Eternal Optimist Podcast


The Eternal Optimist podcast is an excellent source of encouragement to help you stay focused on achieving your goals. Tune in to strengthen your resolve and stay committed to do the work required to succeed.

jojogogogreatusa

Amazing Insight!!!

Matt always has a way to apply so many topics to our every day life. There are a lot of good takeaways from his podcast that have helped me grow in my business and personal life and also stay focuses on what’s truly important.

Steve Da Guy

A Consistently Worthwhile Listen!

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I love this podcast because it gives me so many ideas on how to be a better human. Matt curates great guests who all share their wisdom openly, which is the way Matt himself shows up in the world.

Each episode delivers thought-provoking conversations that motivate me to improve myself and make a positive difference. The guests provide tactical tips and vulnerable personal stories that inspire me to keep growing.

Matt's infectious energy and eternal optimism set the tone for forward-thinking discussions on how we can reach our potential while lifting up others along the way. He gets incredible nuggets of wisdom out of each guest.

The Eternal Optimist is one of those podcasts I always listen to as soon as new episodes are released. Matt and his guests never fail to brighten my day and give me new insights to apply in my own life and work. I'm endlessly grateful this content exists to help me and so many others.

A great podcast!

Excellent Question Asking

I’m fascinated by the in depth questions that Matt asks his guests on the show. I love the insights and positive vide this podcast offers. I highly recommend to anyone who wants wisdom, not just good information!

Mike Abramowitz

Matt is Amazing Great Guests!!

Every single week Matt brings his infectious energy, incredible insights, and has great conversations with true experts!

If you’re looking for a shot of energy directly into your veins along with some amazing, practical advice, this is the podcast for you!

andrewmbiggs

An Authentic and Engaging Listening Experience

It was a pleasure speaking with you, Matt! If anyone asks me for podcast recommendations, your show will undoubtedly be at the top of my list. It's a gem that deserves to be shared and appreciated by a broader audience.

thecourtneyelmer

Great Show!

This is an phenomenal show! The topics are very relevant to help bring an abundance positivity and inspiration in your life.

Jman387

Very informative

lots of great information and presentation

New 2 Investing

Great doses of Motivation and Education

I was reading an article that talks about 3 common traits shared by successful people in any endeavor: 1. A superiority complex 2. Crippling insecurity about not being enough and 3. Impulse control. Every day is a battle to balance these three traits, and more importantly, to overcome that second trait. I don’t think you can have the vision to see success and seek it without having the same ability to see the catastrophic failure that could also become an outcome. You have to take the good with the bad if you have that visionary ability - and thankfully for us we have access to Matt, and through him countless other leaders and visionaries, who talk through overcoming obstacles - external and internal - to help you keep driving towards that positive vision of success. This podcast is an invaluable resource for those of us who need those helpful reminders that you steer towards what you are looking towards - and Matt keeps us looking towards the successful outcomes with his insight and his interviews.

Brutus1776

Excellent Podcast!

Must listen podcast with real life topics we all face at one point or another in our lives. Matt along with his variety of guests, guides the listeners and shows us there is hope to overcome life’s challenges that are constantly thrown our way. #eternal optimist!

Randomness#101

A much needed resource!

In a world that creates more demands on us as humans and leaders than we can often handle, Matt’s podcast helps us to resource ourselves so we can be the humans and leaders the world needs at this moment.

Famhill

Just what the doctor ordered.

If you’re tired of being bombarded with negative stuff, listen to this! There’s hope!

DanDiamond

Making a difference!

I highly recommend giving it a listen, especially if you're in need of a positivity boost. Matt, keep up the fantastic work, and thank you for spreading optimism in the world. You're making a difference, one episode at a time!

XM Radio Fan

Positivity…Finally!

Finally, we’ve gotten someone to spread messages of good news and positivity! Matt does a great job in inspiring others and sending positive vibes through his podcast.

In a world where there’s so much negativity and finger-pointing, Matt does a great job to offer the other angle.

Ten stars for a conscientious effort in providing a bright outlook on life!

jmzy23

Ray of Light ✨

Matt is THE eternal optimist! Perfect title for this podcast. Everything about it is inspiring. Great guests, great interviews. This podcast leaves me feeling lit up, and well… Optimistic! Great job Matt!

Cady8

Must listen

Great podcast!

TRM-coin

Love it

The show with Craig was awesome!!!

Demetra - Moore Out Of Life

Amazing show

Great show. I highly recommend it

Fuhrcr

The light we need…

In a world that can be filled with so much darkness, it’s great to find a a ray of light in the form of this podcast. Matt is truly doing amazing work with the conversations and insights he continues to share. Definitely keeping this show in rotation!

Phaeton Forecast

Matt’s Optimism is influential & infectious

Matt knows people can achieve great things and makes huge impacts. But, that limiting self-belief is many times the greatest inhibitor. In each Eternal Optimist episode, Matt and his guests share stories demonstrating the power of optimistic thinking in unlocking potential and breaking through barriers. Optimism is contagious and encouraging…have a listen and see for yourself. You’ll be inspired to be your best and to share optimism with others.

Hunter Fleshood

Genuine and Authentic!

Matt embodies the purpose of this show. He is genuine and authentically optimistic.

Girldad27

Amazing

Love the passion, love the show!!

SeanReid05

Exactly What I Need

Matt kills it with this podcast and spreads a message that anyone can take big positive things away from. Especially as a father there is so much great knowledge that can make a deeper impact on how I love and lead my family. I highly encourage giving this podcast a listen each week.

Big Scott67

Evolutionary Advantage

Just like the quote Matt had shared (attributed to the founders of Google) - the real goal isn’t just the competitive advantage in the moment - but the evolutionary advantage over time . . .

That’s the mindset that Matt brings to his podcast to make it an evolutionary winner !

AdrienneC2

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