

Decoding Success with Matt LeBris
Matt LeBris
Welcome to The Decoding Success Podcast - the show for high-performers who have used their trauma to fuel their success. If you have ever felt like a black sheep, someone who experienced isolation, neglect, or disconnection, you're in the right place as we guide our community to feel seen, understood, and connected to their highest selves. Matt LeBris hosts our weekly show, as he dives deep with world-renowned leaders in business, entertainment, sports, science, health, and literature, providing invaluable insights on emotional, mental, physical, financial, and spiritual well-being.
Each episode features deep, transformative conversations designed to reconnect you with your true self. Our mission is to guide you on a journey of self-discovery, helping you go from feeling isolated to feeling seen, from anxious to connected, from being hard on yourself to giving grace. Whether you're seeking to identify your path to healing trauma, anxiety or dark days, make mindset shifts to step into your highest self, or break free from what no longer serves you, The Decoding Success Podcast is here to help.
While you might hear some woo-woo things, make no mistake because you're going to get the real, raw, born-and-raised New Yorker out of Matt. And, with conversations featuring the likes of Mel Robbins, Grant Cardone, Dr. Nicole LePera, Patrick Bet-David, Gabby Bernstein, Dr. Caroline Leaf, Daymond John, and many more, you're bound to discover the golden nuggets you're seeking as you pursue your desire to transform your life from the inside out.
Tune in to discover practical advice, inspiring stories, and powerful tools to elevate every facet of your life. Join us and become part of a community where you can thrive and become the best version of yourself.
Each episode features deep, transformative conversations designed to reconnect you with your true self. Our mission is to guide you on a journey of self-discovery, helping you go from feeling isolated to feeling seen, from anxious to connected, from being hard on yourself to giving grace. Whether you're seeking to identify your path to healing trauma, anxiety or dark days, make mindset shifts to step into your highest self, or break free from what no longer serves you, The Decoding Success Podcast is here to help.
While you might hear some woo-woo things, make no mistake because you're going to get the real, raw, born-and-raised New Yorker out of Matt. And, with conversations featuring the likes of Mel Robbins, Grant Cardone, Dr. Nicole LePera, Patrick Bet-David, Gabby Bernstein, Dr. Caroline Leaf, Daymond John, and many more, you're bound to discover the golden nuggets you're seeking as you pursue your desire to transform your life from the inside out.
Tune in to discover practical advice, inspiring stories, and powerful tools to elevate every facet of your life. Join us and become part of a community where you can thrive and become the best version of yourself.
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Jul 28, 2021 • 50min
195: Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess w/ Dr. Caroline Leaf
Welcome to Episode 195 of The Decoding Success Podcast! JOIN US IN NYC TO CELEBRATE 200 EPISODES ON 9/1 On today's episode, we're diving into an array of topics ranging from the shortened lifespan of individuals and what its being caused by, how and where trauma can show up in our lives, how "self help" techniques are just a bandaid over a wound, and much more. All of this amazing insight we're amplifying to you today is coming from our friend, Dr. Caroline Leaf. She has spent the last 30 years researching the mind-brain connection, nature of mental health and formation of memory. She was one of the first in her field to study how the brain can change with directed mind input (neuroplasticity). Throughout her years of clinical practice, she has helped hundreds of thousands of people learn how to use their mind to detox and grow their brain to succeed in every area of their lives including school, university, and the workplace. SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE To connect with Dr. Caroline Leaf, check her out on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and her website. To connect with Matt, check him out on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and his website. Rate, Subscribe and Share! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Jul 21, 2021 • 18min
194: IT'S TIME w/ Bruce Buffer, UFC Announcer
Welcome to EPISODE 194 of The Decoding Success Podcast. JOIN US TO CELEBRATE EP 200 IN NYC Today we're joined by legendary UFC Octagon Announcer, Bruce Buffer. Bruce is an International Sports/Entertainment Host, UFC Octagon Announcer, Motivational Speaker, Author, Business Figure, and more. He joins the show today to discuss business, personal development, success and the levels to it, relationships, and more. SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE To connect with Bruce, check him out here on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and his website. To connect with Matt, check him out on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and his website. Rate, Subscribe and Share! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Jul 14, 2021 • 45min
193: Catching The Fever w/ Sal Abbatiello
Welcome to EP 193 of The Decoding Success Podcast. JOIN US IN NYC ON SEPTEMBER 1st TO CELEBRATE 200 EP'S! We're joined by living legend, our friend Sal Abbatiello. FEVER ENTERPRISES, formed in 1976 by entrepreneur Sal Abbatiello, encompasses all areas of the music industry including his own record label, artist management company, publishing company, concert promotions, and nightclubs. Sal Abbatiello, a Bronx-born and native, initially started the business as a bartender in his father’s bar. The disco era was taking over the club scene in Manhattan with Studio 54, two years later in 1972 at the early age of 19, knowing this was the new music of that time, he went on to open his own club, it was the first disco in the Bronx, called the Playhouse. This is where he started promoting his own shows by handing out flyers and selling tickets himself. There's so much to unpack in this episode and we're excited you're joining us for it. To connect with Sal, find him here on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch, and his website. To connect with Matt, check him out on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and his website. Rate, Subscribe and Share! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Jul 7, 2021 • 1h
192: Roundtable | The Impact of Community
Welcome to Episode 192 of The Decoding Success Podcast. SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE HERE The boys are back in town for another roundtable episode as they discuss the impact community has had on each and every one of them. They're diving into the importance of being a part of a tribe, what they've been able to overcome because of community, how societal norms shape community, how to check vibes and energy, and so much more. To connect with Phil Mascia, check him out here. To connect with Drew Meditz, check him out here. To connect with Ant Orisses, check him out here. To connect with Matt, check him out on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and his website. Rate, Subscribe and Share! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Jun 23, 2021 • 49min
190: Moving The Needle w/ Swan Sit
Welcome to Episode 190 of The Decoding Success Podcast. SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE Today we're joined by our friend, Swan Sit, as we kick off the countdown to episode 200. Swan and Matt are chopping it up about doing inner work, feelings of loneliness and how they're beneficial, cultural shifts and reparenting, and a ton more. Swan has led teams focused on digital transformation in her roles as Head of Digital Marketing at Nike, Revlon, and Estée Lauder. From modernizing hundred-year-old brands and partnering with unexpected influencers like Chelsea Handler, Iris Apfel and Gigi Gorgeous, to launching augmented reality makeovers and driving double-digit growth. Currently Swan serves as Independent Board Director at publicly traded companies Edgewell (NYSE: EPC) and Novabay (NYSE: NBY) in addition to her role as Operating Partner at AF Ventures. She’s the CMO of Ani Energy, a new energy drink company launched by TikTok stars Josh Richards and Bryce Hall. To connect with Swan, check her out on Instagram, LinkedIn, Clubhouse, and her website. To connect with Matt, check him out on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and his website. Rate, Subscribe and Share! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Jun 16, 2021 • 52min
189: Waiting On Your Breakthrough w/ Dr. Heather Thompson Day
Welcome to Episode 189 of The Decoding Success Podcast. SUBSCRIBE TO THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE. Today, we're joined by our friend, Dr. Heather Thompson Day as we discuss how meditation can change your brain, how our character when it's "not our turn" is more important than when it is, how to build trust by sharing in others joy, why men are great lovers, and more. Dr. Heather is an interdenominational speaker and contributor for Religion News Service, Newsweek and the Barna Group. She is also an Associate Professor of Communication at Colorado Christian University. She is passionate about supporting women, and runs an online community called I’m That Wife which has nearly 200k followers. Her work has been featured on The Today Show, BBC and now here on Decoding Success. ENTER THE GIVEAWAY BY: (1) Screenshot this episode (2) Upload to your Instagram Story (3) Tag @heatherthompsonday and @matt_lebris To connect with Heather, check her out here on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, her website, and grab the book here. To connect with Matt, check him out here on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and his website. Rate, Subscribe and Share! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Jun 10, 2021 • 1h 1min
188: Meditating Your Way to An Optimal Life w/ Adam Weinberg
Welcome to the 188th Episode of The Decoding Success Podcast. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE. Today we are joined by meditation expert, Adam Weinberg. Adam teaches both contemporary and ancient meditation techniques. He has been featured at WeWork, the United Nations, and The World Economic Forum. His beginner workshops ensure that you will actually "feel something" and leave with expanded awareness for when and how to meditate. To connect with Adam further, check him out on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and his website. To connect with Matt, check him out on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, and his website. Rate, Subscribe, and Share! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Jun 8, 2021 • 44min
187: "How to Be A Man" w/ James Breakwell
Welcome to The Decoding Success Podcast for Episode 187. SUBSCRIBE TO THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE Today, we're discussing the biggest misconceptions about masculinity, how it's defined in the eyes of our guest, why passion is unreliable, relationship advice based on masculinity in 2021, and more with our friend, James Breakwell (@xplodingunicorn). James is a professional comedy writer and amateur father of four girls, ages eight and under. He is best known for his family humor Twitter account @XplodingUnicorn, which boasts more than a million followers. James has been profiled by USA Today, US Weekly, The Daily Mail, Metro, The Telegraph, Cosmopolitan, Better Homes and Gardens, Buzzfeed, Huffington Post, Upworthy, The Chive, Bored Panda, 9gag, College Humor, various ABC and Fox TV news affiliates, and countless other TV, radio, and internet outlets. Pictures of his smiling girls have been displayed in newspapers as far away as India. His articles have appeared in Reader’s Digest, The Federalist, and AskMen. He has been a guest multiple times on HLN’s The Daily Share. James has just released a new book, "How to Be A Man," which we're diving into on this episode. You can pick up your copy here. To connect with James, find him here on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and his website. To connect with Matt, find him here on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and his website. Rate, Subscribe and Share! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Jun 3, 2021 • 1h 27min
186: Roundtable | Life, God's Plan + More
Welcome to episode 186 of The Decoding Success Podcast. SUBSCRIBE TO THE YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE. Today we're bringing another roundtable episode to the mix with the gentlemen. They're having some fun (as always) on this episode as Matt is bringing something new to the table to surprise the fellas. Catch them talking about the meaning of life, what's missing from their lives that would make it better, the most memorable moments of their individual lives, trusting God's plan, and a whole bunch more in between. To connect with Phil Mascia, check him out here. To connect with Andrew Meditz, check him out here. To connect with Anthony Orissess, check him out here. To connect with Matt, check him out on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and his website. Rate, Subscribe, and Share! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Jun 1, 2021 • 48min
185: "Are You Ok" w/ Debra Fileta
Welcome to The Decoding Success Podcast for EP 185 featuring our friend, Debra Fileta. SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE Debra K. Fileta is a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in Relationship, Sex, Dating, and Marriage issues. She is a passionate author and national speaker who travels across the country spreading the message that healthy people make healthy relationships. Her work has been featured by numerous media outlets from national television to church ministries such as Saddleback Church, FreshLife Church, Focus on the Family, ChristianMingle.com, The 700 Club, NGEN Radio, KLOVE, and many more. She is the author of True Love Dates, Choosing Marriage:Why it Has To Start With We > Me and Love in Every Season. She’s also the creator of the popular relationship advice bog, www.TrueLoveDates.com as well as the Love + Relationships Podcast reaching millions of people each year with topics of love, sex, marriage, relationships, and emotional and mental health. To connect with Debra, find her on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and her website. To connect with Matt, find him on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and his website. Rate, Subscribe and Share! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟