Curiosity Habit

A catch-all for the curiously-inclined.

The Thing About Cigars... 10/31/2017

The Thing About Cigars... I invited my friends JD Tiner and Brett Taylor to come over for a smoke while they entertain my curiosity about things cigars. Just a heads up- we were sitting outside on my back house porch and the rain was INTENSE, so if you’re wondering who left the sleep machine on, it was God. /episode/index/show/mattwertz/id/5892453

Barrett Ward is surrounded by women 10/17/2017

Barrett Ward is surrounded by women My guest today is one of my favorite people in the world. Equally hilarious, smart, and vulnerable, Barrett Ward is a really unique guy. If that name sounds familiar, then you might be a member of the Mocha Club, or maybe you own a FashionABLE- brand scarf. Barrett is the man behind them both. I sat down with Barrett to catch up on life and see what he’s working on now. /episode/index/show/mattwertz/id/5846582

Pinball? Yes, Pinball (w/ Seth Steele) 10/04/2017

Pinball? Yes, Pinball (w/ Seth Steele) After spending a month in pinball-rich Portland, Oregon I began to get curious about all things pinball after returning home to Nashville, and ended up meeting Seth Steele, cofounder of the Nashville Pinball League, and owner of some 20-odd pinball machines. I thought he’d be the perfect person to offer a window into the obsession that is PINBALL. /episode/index/show/mattwertz/id/5806884

Why Design Matters w/ Gavin Ivester 09/19/2017

Why Design Matters w/ Gavin Ivester I had been hearing about this ex shoe designer for Nike, who coincidentally also designed the first powerbook for Apple and now living in Nashville for a couple years before we were formally introduced. Because I had gone to college essentially to learn how to design sneakers, but then fell in love with Apple (among other great design-centric brands), I was all-too-eager to meet Gavin Ivester. I recorded our conversation, so without further adieu- here’s a couple guys nerding out about design. /episode/index/show/mattwertz/id/5751510

Derek Webb is the reason I started writing songs 09/05/2017

Derek Webb is the reason I started writing songs My guest today is Derek Webb- one of the primary writers/front men of the band that inspired my first songwriting attempts, Caedmon's Call. He would later go on to foster a feather-ruffling solo career, as well as found the tribe-building platform, Noisetrade. Derek’s a fascinating guy, and I hope you enjoy our conversation, which you’ll be joining mid-stream… /episode/index/show/mattwertz/id/5708643

Your pain might all be in your head (w/ Dr. Matt McClanahan) 08/22/2017

Your pain might all be in your head (w/ Dr. Matt McClanahan) What if your back pain isn’t really anything actually wrong with your BACK? And what if your anxiety is really a ‘warning light’ signaling that something else needs attention? That’s what my childhood best friend Dr. Matt McClanahan is finding as he’s worked with his patients as well as his own pain. /episode/index/show/mattwertz/id/5662718

Taylor Bruce wants you to travel like a local 08/08/2017

Taylor Bruce wants you to travel like a local I’m pleased to be sharing my conversation with friend and fellow-curious person, Taylor Bruce. Taylor is one who shares my enthusiasm for people and travel, only he’s turned his into a business. In 2012, after suffering from writers block while penning a novel, he turned his love for travel, exploration and words into a series of beautiful and helpful field guides with a funny name, Wildsam. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/mattwertz/id/5619086

How to build a band w/ Judah Akers 07/31/2017

How to build a band w/ Judah Akers Not only is Judah Akers building an incredible music career in his band, Judah & The Lion, but before that, he was a star collegiate ATHLETE, playing baseball for the Belmont Bruins. If that weren’t enough to make you hate the guy, he’s really handsome AND genuinely kind too. /episode/index/show/mattwertz/id/5594982

Branden Harvey is not your average Pro-Snapchatter 07/25/2017

Branden Harvey is not your average Pro-Snapchatter Story-telling digital activist & defender of whats GOOD, Branden Harvey on what makes him tick and what he’s dreaming up next. /episode/index/show/mattwertz/id/5568758

CEO/Songwriter/Singer/Entertainer Ben Rector 07/18/2017

CEO/Songwriter/Singer/Entertainer Ben Rector Over the past 10 years, Ben Rector has been artfully carving out a career as a performing singer-sonwriter, amassing hundreds of thousands of fans all over the world, all while staying true to his ‘guy next door’ demeanor. Ben has been a friend since he moved to Nashville in 2009, and I have been impressed and, lets be honest, JEALOUS by how dang consistent Ben is-both in the quality and craft of his songs, but also how he runs his business. /episode/index/show/mattwertz/id/5533505

Coffee, with Jamie Cunningham of Steadfast Coffee 08/24/2016

Coffee, with Jamie Cunningham of Steadfast Coffee What makes a great cup of coffee? How can you get better at tasting it? Jamie Cunningham of Steadfast Coffee in Nashville joins me to explore all the intricate details of my favorite daily drink. Still curious? Check out these handy links: (who should I interview in your city?) by Scott Rao /episode/index/show/mattwertz/id/4614711

Gun Shy Pt. 2, with guest host Dave Barnes 08/17/2016

Gun Shy Pt. 2, with guest host Dave Barnes Special guest host Dave Barnes joins me once again in this episode to continue our conversation about my latest album, Gun Shy. You'll hear the stories behind the songs, the current challenges we face as artists and the inspiration of our creative journeys. Still Curious? Check out my latest album, See my upcoming tour dates at Learn more about Dave Barnes at /episode/index/show/mattwertz/id/4597003

Gun Shy Pt. 1, with guest host Dave Barnes 08/10/2016

Gun Shy Pt. 1, with guest host Dave Barnes Special guest host Dave Barnes joins me in this episode, and we chat about songwriting, life as an artist, and the story behind my new record, Gun Shy. Still curious? Check it out: /episode/index/show/mattwertz/id/4579204

Thad Cockrell 08/03/2016

Thad Cockrell In this episode, I sit down with songwriter and pop artist Thad Cockrell. He’s one of the most honest and truly artistic creative people I know. I'm curious about what makes him tick and how he has become great at his craft. Listen up! Still curious? Check these pages for more info about Thad and Curiosity Habit /episode/index/show/mattwertz/id/4562610

Jeff Kaylor 07/27/2016

Jeff Kaylor Jeff Kaylor is an incredible slight-of-hand magician, and in this episode I learn what his life as a magician is all about—and how he resists tricking everyone, all the time. Still curious? Check out Go to /episode/index/show/mattwertz/id/4544646

Tripp Crosby of Tripp and Tyler 07/20/2016

Tripp Crosby of Tripp and Tyler In this episode, I sit down with the hilarious and deeply thoughtful Tripp Crosby, of the Tripp and Tyler comedy duo. We talk religion, romance, the comedy career path…and we even challenge each other to a sing-off. Check out Tripp on the internet: Tripp's podcast, Still curious? Learn more about me and my guests at /episode/index/show/mattwertz/id/4528354

Drew Holcomb & Paul Steele 07/13/2016

Drew Holcomb & Paul Steele Singer-songwriter Drew Holcomb and his manager Paul Steele have a rare working relationship. How do they get so much done? And who says you can't work with your friends? Listen in as I dig into the honest details with these long-time friends of mine. Want more? Check it out: /episode/index/show/mattwertz/id/4511377

Stephen Rose of The Peach Truck 07/01/2016

Stephen Rose of The Peach Truck Welcome to the Curiosity Habit! Stephen Rose just wanted to have peaches from his hometown again—now he has a crazy successful business and the lifestyle of his dreams. How'd he do that? Check out The Peach Truck here: Curious about Matt? Find out more at /episode/index/show/mattwertz/id/4486672

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