Welcome to Connect with Keeney. I’m your host, Matt Keeney, and this podcast is all about real conversations with real people who are putting in the work—personally, professionally, and spiritually. We sit down with entrepreneurs, creatives, athletes, and community leaders to talk about what actually happens behind the scenes: the early mornings, the setbacks, the discipline, the mindset shifts, and the wins most people never talk about.

This show isn’t theory. It’s lived experience. We dig into consistency, momentum, faith, leadership, business, health, and personal growth—while keeping it raw, practical, and relatable. Whether we’re recording live at Connect Café or in the middle of controlled chaos, the goal stays the same: add value, challenge complacency, and help you level up in your life.

If you’re hungry to grow, willing to get uncomfortable, and serious about building something meaningful, you’re in the right place. Pull up a chair—let’s get to work.

Welcome to Connect with Keeney—a podcast built on real conversations, real courage, and real people.

I’m your host, Matt Keeney, and I created this show with one mission in mind: to sit down with leaders, dreamers, doers, and everyday people who refuse to settle for average. After losing my father in 2017—my worst day—I made a promise to never leave important words unsaid. This podcast is an extension of that promise. Every episode gives me the opportunity to uplift someone, affirm their journey, and uncover the story behind their success, adversity, and purpose.


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Whether I’m talking with a fearless entrepreneur, a community builder, a parent navigating life’s chaos, or someone still trying to figure it all out, one thing is always true: their story matters. And so does yours.

You’ll hear about discipline, faith, leadership, childhood experiences, business struggles, triumphs, mental toughness, and the relentless belief that consistency is the real cheat code in life. From small-town roots to big-vision ambition, I dive deep into what shapes people, what drives them, and what they’re still fighting for.


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If you’re looking for polished perfection, this isn’t the place. But if you want authenticity, vulnerability, motivation, and conversations that hit the heart, you’re home.

Tune in on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube and join me as we connect with the people who remind us:
showing up is the key, consistency is the separator, and purpose is everything.

Welcome to Connect with Keeney, the podcast where real stories meet real transformation. I’m your host, Matt Keeney — entrepreneur, coach, husband, father, and someone who has lived through enough ups and downs to appreciate the beauty of growth.

This show is built on authentic conversations, the kind that challenge you, lift you, and remind you what you’re capable of. Every week, I sit down with dreamers, doers, misfits, comeback stories, business owners, athletes, artists, and everyday people who chose to rise above their circumstances and build something meaningful.

We talk about faith, mindset, entrepreneurship, discipline, family, health, addiction, purpose, and the type of resilience that can only be forged through adversity. No filters. No masks. Just real stories, real breakthroughs, and real people trying to become the best version of themselves.

If you’re someone who’s hungry for growth…
If you’re rebuilding, reinventing, or chasing something bigger…
If you’re searching for purpose, direction, or that spark to push you forward…

You’re in the right place.

This podcast is about connection — with yourself, with others, and with the calling on your life.

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Welcome to the conversation.
Welcome to Connect with Keeney.

I’m Matt Keeney — a husband, father, entrepreneur, and believer who’s passionate about helping people unlock their God-given potential. Through Connect with Keeney, I sit down with real-world leaders, dreamers, and doers to talk about what it really takes to build confidence, consistency, and purpose in business and in life.

This isn’t a highlight reel. It’s the reps, the routines, the faith, and the failures that make success possible. From 3:30 AM workouts to building a business from scratch, to finding faith in the middle of the grind — we go deep on what keeps us moving when life gets hard.

Each episode is raw, honest, and real — recorded live from Connect Café in Chillicothe, Ohio — where community, conversation, and connection come together. Whether you’re chasing a dream, trying to level up your mindset, or looking for inspiration to start again, this show is for you.

Tune in, get inspired, and remember: consistency builds confidence… and confidence changes everything.

Today, I sit down with Ben Daughters — husband, father, Army veteran, and the visionary entrepreneur behind The Poor House at Machinery Hall in downtown Chillicothe.

Ben’s story is one of faith, discipline, and community impact. From serving our country and leading soldiers through Ranger School, to restoring a 144-year-old historic building and turning it into one of the most iconic restaurants in Southern Ohio — Ben shares what it truly means to lead with excellence, patience, and purpose.

In this episode, we talk about everything from the early days of entrepreneurship, business risks, and family balance, to the deeper lessons learned through hard work and consistency. Ben reminds us that “Flawless execution isn’t about perfection — it’s about doing the little things right, every single day.”

This conversation is packed with wisdom for anyone chasing a dream, building a business, or simply trying to become the best version of themselves.

💬 Stay positive. Keep working. The work yields results.

Welcome to Connect with Keeney — where real people share real stories that make a real impact. I’m your host, Matt Keeney, and I’m on a mission to shine a light on grit, growth, and grace through the journeys of everyday champions.

From the whiteboard at PSKC to small-town success stories, this show dives deep into the sweat, struggle, and spiritual strength that shape who we are. You’ll hear unfiltered conversations about leadership, faith, fitness, family, and entrepreneurship — all through the lens of personal transformation.

I’ve lived the highs and lows — from chasing beer and bad habits to chasing purpose and people worth fighting for. Along the way, I’ve learned that pain isn’t our enemy — it’s our call to greatness.

Join me each week as we unpack wisdom from game changers like Del King, community builders, veterans, entrepreneurs, and those who refused to quit. Together, we’ll laugh, learn, and get inspired to keep showing up — one rep, one risk, one prayer at a time.

💪 Faith. Fitness. Focus. Freedom.
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In this episode, I sit down with my brother Cory G to talk about what it really takes to win — in business, in life, and in faith. I’ve made mistakes, fallen down, and had to rebuild from the ground up. But through it all, I’ve learned that consistency, discipline, and a heart to overdeliver can change everything. We talk about childhood trauma, entrepreneurship, leadership, and what it means to show up when it’s hard. This is more than motivation — it’s about taking ownership, trusting God’s timing, and proving through action that you’re built for more.

This episode hit different. Sitting down with Mike Glockner wasn’t just another conversation — it was a deep, emotional dive into faith, fatherhood, legacy, and redemption.

I’ve always known the Glockner name carried weight — 178 years of business, family, and community leadership — but this talk stripped away the titles and the money to reveal the man behind the name.

Mike opens up about growing up under pressure, being misunderstood, and finding humility through hardship. He shares the moment a stroke nearly took his life, the prayers that pulled him through, and how it reshaped his entire purpose.

This one’s about more than success. It’s about gratitude, second chances, and the power of faith when everything else fades.

If you’ve ever felt like life knocked you down or you’re searching for meaning beyond money — this episode will speak straight to your heart.