
Deep Dives
Deep Dives is your passport to the extraordinary. Each week, uncover the hidden depths of fascinating and unique careers through in-depth interviews with the people who live them. Gain exclusive insights into their journeys, challenges, and triumphs as they share their passions and expertise. Whether you're seeking career inspiration or simply love a great story, Deep Dives delivers captivating conversations that will leave you informed and amazed.
The show is hosted by Matthew Samuels, Samuels has a background in broadcast journalism and won an Emmy Award during his tenure at CBS News.
Latest episodes

Apr 8, 2021 • 52min
Saving dogs, saving lives with guest Julie Sinaw founder of Animal Lighthouse Rescue
In this episode guest host Myles Gross and I speak with Julie Sinaw, the founder of Animal Lighthouse Rescue. ALR is a wonderful organization that has saved the lives of countless dogs in Puerto Rico. We chat with Julie about how and why she got started, the mission of ALR, the challenges presented by hurricane Maria in 2017, how COVID has impacted operations and much more.

Apr 1, 2021 • 1h 3min
From the office to the table with professional poker player Brian Deutschmeister
In this episode I am joined by pro poker player Brian Deutschmeister. Brian and I discuss his decision to leave the corporate world, what makes the pros better than amateurs, why Ace/6 is actually a terrible hand and much more. He also recalls some old New York Giants game scores.

Mar 25, 2021 • 60min
The process of writing the hit song “Capacity" with musician Sam Hendricks
In this episode our guest is Sam Hendricks, a very talented songwriter, producer, and drummer. His band Charly Bliss has spent the last 6 years writing and releasing multiple full length albums as well as touring extensively throughout North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. Sam and I chat about how he got into drumming, forming Charly Bliss, the process that went into writing the hit song "capacity", the feeling of performing on stage in front of thousands of people and much more.

Mar 18, 2021 • 57min
The Anatomy of a Joke with Stand Up Comedian Lance Pauker
In this episode our guest is Lance Pauker, a very funny NYC based comedian. We chat about the life of a stand up comedian, insights into performing in front of a (sometimes rowdy) audience, the anatomy of a joke- from concept to set, what it’s been like performing his new material on zoom and much more.

Mar 5, 2021 • 1h 1min
An Interview Dr. Steven Swancoat, Director of the film ‘Space Chasers’ a look into Astrophotography
On this episode we dive deep into filmmaking and astrophotography- taking incredible photographs of the moon, stars and galaxies. We are joined by award winning filmmaker Dr. Steven Swancoat. Swancoat is currently in the process of editing his newest documentary film ‘Space Chasers’ and plans to release it this fall. What exactly is Astrophotography and why did Dr. Swancoat make a film about it? Tune in to find out.