A Conversation With Matthew Sanchez

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  If You Want More Out of Your Life, Watch This | Dr. Cheryl Polote-Williamson 29.09.2026 51min

  What does it really take to become the woman you know you’re capable of becoming? In this episode of A Conversation with Matthew Sanchez, I sit down with Dr. Cheryl Polote-Williamson for a conversation about success, mindset, purpose, business, faith, confidence, and what it takes to create more for your life. Dr. Cheryl is a certified success and mindset coach, entrepreneur, multi-bestselling author, filmmaker and executive producer, and Editor-in-Chief of Cheryl Magazine. She is also the ...
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  Postpartum Depression & Postpartum Psychosis: The Signs Families Can’t Afford to Miss | Dr. Charlotte M. Sanchez 21.09.2026 51min

  What happens when the emotions after having a baby become more than just the “baby blues”? And how can families recognize when a mother may need help? In this episode of A Conversation With Matthew, Matthew Sanchez sits down with licensed therapist Dr. Charlotte M. Sanchez, Ed.D., L.P.C., C.A.M., for an important conversation about postpartum depression, postpartum psychosis, and the warning signs that can sometimes go unnoticed. They discuss the difference between baby blues and postpartum d...
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  I Got Married… Here’s What I’d Tell Every Single Person 14.09.2026 13min

  That’s the one I’d use. It plays directly into the fact that you’re a married man now, but you were recently on the other side of this conversation. The thumbnail already asks “WHY’S DATING SO HARD?”, so the YouTube title adds a personal reason to click instead of simply repeating the thumbnail. YouTube Description Why is dating so hard? And what changes when you stop looking for perfect and start looking for healthy? Now that I’m married, I wanted to have an honest conversation with singl...
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  From Small-Town Georgia to President of Aflac | Virgil Miller on Faith, Leadership & Success 16.08.2026 59min

  What does it take to go from a small town in Georgia to becoming the first Black president in Aflac’s history? In this episode of A Conversation with Matthew, I sit down with Virgil Miller, President of Aflac Incorporated and Aflac U.S., for a conversation about the journey behind the title. We talk about his childhood in Gray, Georgia, serving on his church’s finance committee at just 12 years old, joining the Marines at 17, the influence of his father, and the discipline that followed him...
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  Your Mind Is Lying to You: How to Stop Overthinking Everything 11.08.2026 9min

  What if the problem isn’t that you’re thinking too much, but that you’re trusting your thoughts too much? Overthinking can make you question your decisions, compare your life to everyone else’s, and wait for certainty that may never come. In this episode, I break down three reasons we overthink: the fear of getting it wrong, comparison, and the need for certainty. And most importantly, we talk about how faith can bring peace to a mind that won’t slow down. Sometimes you don’t need another ...
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  How an Eye Doctor Built a $230 Million Company | Dr. Bob Wright on Leadership, Legacy & Service 05.08.2026 53min

  What does it take to build a life that truly makes a difference? In this exclusive conversation, I sit down with Dr. Bob Wright, a man many consider a living legend in Columbus, Georgia. His journey spans nearly nine decades of leadership, service, business, and historic firsts. Dr. Wright became Columbus’ first Black city councilman, was one of the earliest Black graduates of The Ohio State University College of Optometry, served in the Reagan Administration, helped lead the effort that re...
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  How to Discover Your Purpose (Without Waiting for a Sign) 20.07.2026 21min

  Have you ever asked God, “What am I supposed to do with my life?” You’re not alone. In this episode, we explore why discovering your purpose isn’t about waiting for a perfect plan—it’s about taking the next faithful step. You’ll learn how God often reveals your calling through your passions, burdens, gifts, and everyday acts of obedience. We’ll discuss: * Why your calling leaves clues. * Why obedience comes before clarity. * How to stop waiting and start moving. * Why “subtraction” may act...
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  The Hidden Truth About ADHD, Men’s Mental Health & Why We Feel So Alone | Roby Murphy 14.07.2026 51min

  What if the challenges you’ve been carrying aren’t signs that you’re failing but signs that your brain simply works differently? In this episode of A Conversation with Matthew, I sit down with behavior therapist Roby Murphy for an eye-opening conversation about ADHD, men’s mental health, community, and the importance of belonging. Roby shares why so many high-performing adults silently struggle, how ADHD often goes undiagnosed well into adulthood, why loneliness has become so common, and wh...
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  100 Years Old: James Bussey’s Incredible Life Story Will Inspire You 26.06.2026 34min

  YouTube Description What can 100 years of life teach us? In this special episode of A Conversation with Matthew Sanchez, I sit down with Mr. James Bussey, a 100-year-old Spencer High School alumnus, to reflect on a century of life, faith, family, community, and the lessons he's learned along the way. Mr. Bussey shares what it was like growing up in Columbus, Georgia, the values that shaped his generation, and his heartfelt message to today's generation. From stories of perseverance to his ...
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  You Think You’re Called… But Are You Ready to Leave Everything? 03.04.2026 43min

  Calling sounds exciting… until it asks you to move. In this conversation, Chase Tucker shares what it really looks like to follow God beyond comfort — when staying feels easier, but obedience requires change. This episode pulls back the curtain on what many young leaders wrestle with but rarely say out loud. We talk about the tension of transition, the fear of getting it wrong, and the quiet moments where you have to decide if you trust God enough to take the next step. If you’ve ever q...
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  How Attachment Styles Shape Your Relationships | With Lori Benedict 12.03.2026 46min

  I thought I was fine… until therapy. In this episode of A Conversation with Matthew, I sit down with licensed therapist Lori Benedict for one of the most eye-opening conversations I’ve ever had. We talk about attachment styles — anxious, avoidant, secure, and disorganized — and what they actually look like in real life. Not just in theory, but in relationships. In conflict. In the way we respond to our parents. In the way we love. I never realized how much my childhood, my relationship wit...
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  Why Does God Feel So Far Away From Me ( Noah Crawford ) 12.02.2026 47min

  Why does God sometimes feel far away? What happens when you grow up in church but start wondering if you really believe it for yourself? And is it actually okay to ask questions and still have faith? In this episode of A Conversation with Matthew, we sit down for an honest, real discussion about the doubts, fears, and thoughts many middle school and high school students carry but don’t always say out loud. This isn’t about pretending to have perfect answers. It’s about creating space to talk...
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  Lessons on Healing & Relationships We’ve Picked Up Along the Way 11.02.2026 39min

  📌 Episode Description In this episode, we sit down for an honest, thoughtful conversation built around real questions people wrestle with when it comes to healing, boundaries, relationships, and emotional health. This isn’t a lecture or a list of answers. It’s a back-and-forth dialogue—I bring questions that have shaped my own growth, and she brings questions that challenge how I think. We respond to each other in real time, sharing what we’ve learned so far, what’s helped us, and where we’...
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  “My Mother Gave Birth While Addicted — Her Untold Story” 30.12.2025 51min

  This is the most honest and emotional conversation I’ve ever had with my mother. In this exclusive sit-down, my mom opens up about the addiction that shaped the beginning of my life—an addiction that nearly took both of our lives the day I was born. While she was giving birth to me, she was battling cocaine addiction and undiagnosed walking pneumonia… and we were both dying in the hospital. But God stepped in. In this interview, she shares: • What really happened in the hospital the d...
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  Exclusive Interview | Paul Amos: Redefining Success, Reclaiming Faith, and Becoming a Better Man 09.12.2025 57min

  In this powerful episode, Matthew Sanchez sits down with Paul S. Amos II—an executive, husband, father, and man of deep faith whose story might just surprise you. Paul comes from one of the most recognizable families in corporate America. As the grandson of Aflac’s co-founder and the son of longtime CEO Dan Amos, Paul S. Amos II stepped into leadership early. He served as President of Aflac U.S., overseeing thousands of employees and helping lead one of the most trusted insurance companies i...
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  From Gang Life to God’s Call: Blake Russell’s Redemption Story 07.10.2025 57min

  Blake Russell’s story is one of pain, purpose, and redemption. Growing up, he never set out to be part of a gang, but the search for belonging, identity, and purpose led him down a destructive path that eventually landed him in prison. What once seemed like brotherhood and protection quickly turned into a lifestyle of violence, addiction, and brokenness.But God had a different plan. Today, Blake is the Ministry Director at Take the City in Columbus, GA, where he pours into the very streets he...
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  “My 10-Year-Old Niece Turned the Tables on Me” (Bonus: She Asked the BEST Questions) 11.08.2025 26min

  Every year for my niece’s birthday, I sit down and ask her the same questions — a little tradition we started years ago to keep memories alive in the family.But this year was different. She just turned 10… and decided to flip the script. Instead of me asking the questions, she put me in the hot seat — and her questions were better than mine!This is a short, lighthearted snippet from our conversation. Normally, my podcast dives into leadership, business, faith, and navigating life’s challenges...
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  “After 100,000 Views… We Had to Run It Back” |“This Generation’s Biggest Mistake in Dating.. " 01.05.2025 1h 21min

  Last year, Stephan Lester dropped a message that shook the internet: “Don’t play with God’s daughters.” Over 100,000 views later, we had to bring him back for another raw, unfiltered conversation. In this episode, we dive deep into what it means to date as a believer in today’s culture, the weight of emotional accountability, how men and women can honor each other in relationships, and the spiritual consequences of playing with hearts God designed with purpose. Whether you’re single, dati...
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  Brewing Success: How Sydney Helms Built Two Coffee Shops & Thriving Salons 24.02.2025 1h 1min

  Ever dreamed of owning a coffee shop or salon? In this episode, I sit down with Sydney Helms, a powerhouse entrepreneur who built not one, but two successful coffee shops and multiple salons—all while balancing family and leadership. We dive into the challenges of business ownership, the lessons she’s learned, and how faith, family, and passion have fueled her success. If you’re a woman with big dreams of running your own business, this episode is for you!”
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  Wisdom from the Top: Lessons in Leadership with Papa Jimmy Blanchard | How To Build Culture 19.01.2025 1h 12min

  In this special episode of A Conversation With Matthew, I sit down for the second time with someone the world knows as James H. Blanchard, or Jimmy Blanchard—but to me, he’s simply Papa Jimmy. Over the years, he’s become like a grandfather to me, always sharing profound insights and unforgettable stories that I carry with me daily.Papa Jimmy is best known for leading Synovus for over three decades, transforming it from a small community bank into a financial powerhouse with $28 billion in ass...