Air-Check Your Life
Welcome to Air-Check You Life, formerly Learn from People who Lived it.
๐๐ถ๐ฟ-๐๐ต๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ธ ๐ฌ๐ผ๐๐ฟ ๐๐ถ๐ณ๐ฒโข is a leadership and communication podcast grounded in real-life experience. Hosted by keynote speaker and communication strategist Mathew Blades, the show explores mental health, resilience, spiritual growth, and the leadership lessons that show up when life gets hard. Each episode features honest conversations with people whoโve lived it, turning stories into practical tools to use immediately. With decades in award-winning broadcasting and work alongside organizations like Kia, Durango Detention Center, ACMA, Panera Bread, and Willmeng Construction, Mathew brings clarity to complex conversations. If you care about stronger communication, emotional intelligence, and meaningful growth, jump in!
Find more at MathewBlades.com
Welcome to Air-Check You Life, formerly Learn from People who Lived it.
๐๐ถ๐ฟ-๐๐ต๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ธ ๐ฌ๐ผ๐๐ฟ ๐๐ถ๐ณ๐ฒโข is a leadership and communication podcast grounded in real-life experience. Hosted by keynote speaker and communication strategist Mathew Blades, the show explores mental health, resilience, spiritual growth, and the leadership lessons that show up when life gets hard. Each episode features honest conversations with people whoโve lived it, turning stories into practical tools to use immediately. With decades in award-winning broadcasting and work alongside organizations like Kia, Durango Detention Center, ACMA, Panera Bread, and Willmeng Construction, Mathew brings clarity to complex conversations. If you care about stronger communication, emotional intelligence, and meaningful growth, jump in!
Find more at MathewBlades.com
Episodes

Jun 16, 2026
Jun 16, 2026
20 min
Join us as we sit down with Mary Baird, author of "Squash the Sunday Scaries," to unpack whatโs broken at work and how to genuinely improve the employee experience. This episode is packed with actionable insights for HR leaders, people managers, and anyone tired of ping-pong table fixes.
Why "work is broken" and how trust issues drive disengagement
Old Guard vs. New Guard HR: why your people matter more than policies
The true value of employee listening (and which survey questions to actually ask)
Simple, practical approaches for having hard conversations and building trust
Eight strategic levers to improve employee experience spoiler: compensation isnโt one of them
Connect with us here:
https://www.thesimplifiers.com/book
https://mathewblades.com/
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Jun 4, 2026
Jun 4, 2026
22 min
Discover why the people in your life matter more than you think, with Dr. Larry's inspiring approach to connection and gratitude. Learn actionable steps to identify and deepen your most meaningful relationships.
Why โthe people in your life are a giftโ is more than just a saying
Simple workshop to identify who you rely on, and who relies on you
The connection between relationships and longevity
Real-life stories of resilience, family, and finding your tribe
Practical ways to stay genuinely connected (beyond just a text)
Watch our episode, here: https://www.youtube.com/@mathew.blades
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May 27, 2026
The Next Chapter: Moving On After Loss
May 27, 2026
May 27, 2026
20 min
Grieving isnโt something you get over; it changes, and so do you.
In this episode, grief counselor Jill McMahon joins the conversation to unpack what happens when youโre finally ready to move forward.
Why grief after a loss can resurface years later
The difference between letting go and stopping caring
How guilt shows up in the grieving process
Practical advice for honoring loved ones while moving on
A powerful water metaphor for understanding how grief really works
Visit our Guests:
Mathew Blades - MathewBlades.com
Jill McMahon - Jillmcmahoncounseling.com
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To grab a copy of our 6-Week Wellness course, which is video-led, visit https://a.co/d/0ihE1vaw
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May 15, 2026
May 15, 2026
22 min
Unlock the secrets to high performance with insights from James Laughlin, author of "Habits of High Performers." In this episode, we dive straight into the mindset and practices that set achievers apart.
Why radical clarity beats distraction every time
The real cost of โhaving it allโ: sacrifice, flow, and counterbalance
How to identify and reframe limiting beliefs for lasting change
Simple tools like the Personal Victory Journal to boost self-belief
Connect with our guest, here: https://www.jjlaughlin.com/hohp
Connect with Mathew, here: https://mathewblades.com/
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