In this monster-packed reunion… Mitch Matthews is interviewing old friends… Howard Berger (the co-founder of KNB EFX, Walking Dead, Breaking Bad, Orville creature extraordinaire — with over 900 + 1,000 creatures and characters to his name!) and fan‑turned‑pro critic/author Marshall Julius (BBC, Sunday Times, and co‑author of Masters of Makeup Effects).

They’re back to DREAM THINK DO to dive into their new book, Making Monsters: Inside Stories from the Creators of Hollywood’s Most Iconic Creatures. Howard and Marshall tell some incredible Hollywood behind-the-scenes stories and fun movie magic… along with dropping some powerful wisdom and true career inspiration!

Whether you love movies or not… this is a DREAM THINK DO you don’t want to miss!

Read The Full Show Notes: https://mitchmatthews.com/420

Okay, DREAM THINK DOers… get ready! Because today’s guest is creating a new and inspiring path when it comes to embracing curiosity, thinking differently, and doing life in bold and unconventional ways.

We’re talking with Anne-Laure Le Cunff.

Anne-Laure is a powerhouse neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and the brilliant mind behind Ness Labs—a platform dedicated to helping people to think better, learn faster, and work happier.

Her weekly newsletter inspires over 100,000 curious minds, diving into the science of creativity, lifelong learning, and mindful productivity.

But that’s just the beginning!

Anne-Laure (Ann-Lor) is also the author of the new book… Tiny Experiments—a game-changing book that challenges us to ditch rigid goals, embrace uncertainty, and turn our lives into a series of small but powerful experiments.

She’s currently researching the neuroscience of curiosity and adaptability at King’s College London—digging into how different brains learn in different ways.

And before all this? She was at Google, leading digital health projects and shaping the future of wellbeing through tech.

Her work has been featured in Rolling Stone, Forbes, Financial Times, WIRED… and more.

She’s lived in Paris, New York, Tokyo, and London… and whether she’s researching, writing, or challenging how we think about success—one thing’s for sure… she’s living a life of dreaming bigger, thinking better, and DOing life with more curiosity, freedom, and fun!

ENCOURAGING THE ENCOURAGERS:

Remember… you can now check out Mitch’s OTHER podcast called “ENCOURAGING THE ENCOURAGERS” anywhere you listen to podcasts.

It’s specifically designed for Coaches, Speakers and Content Creators and provides a quick dose of inspiration, strategy AND… of course… encouragement!

Find it on Apple Podcasts: Click here

Find it on Spotify: Click here

Find it on Anchor: Click here

Find it on Google: Click here

Resources Mentioned:

• Tiny Experiments: How to Live Freely in a Goal-Obsessed World – Get the book on Amazon

• 🧠 Nest Labs Weekly Newsletter – Anne-Laure’s science-backed tips on learning, creativity, and productivity.

• Book: https://amzn.to/4maBI4z

Today’s guest is Joe Byerly. He’s a rising voice in leadership and the founder of: “From the Green Notebook” — a podcast and blog that’s been inspiring leaders inside and outside the military for over a decade.

Joe spent 20+ years in the U.S. Army, earning prestigious honors like: the Legion of Merit, multiple Bronze Stars, a Purple Heart and the General Douglas MacArthur Leadership Award… all while leading teams in high-stakes environments.

But what sets Joe apart is his philosophy: leadership isn’t about grinding harder or always pushing to extremes.

Instead, Joe believes in AND teaches self-awareness, daily habits, and lifelong learning as the keys to real… sustainable growth.

In 2013, Joe started the “From the Green Notebook” as a blog about military-oriented leadership lessons… and he certainly wasn’t trying to be an “influencer.” He started it because he saw a need.

Well… it quickly became popular inside and outside military… attracting over two million visitors. Then… in 2020, Joe launched the “From the Green Notebook” podcast and it’s now in the top 1% of all podcasts.

Joe interviews top military and world leaders, bestselling authors, Super Bowl-winning athletes, and Grammy-nominated recording artists. You’ll want to check it out!

Whether you're a seasoned leader or just getting started, Joe’s down-to-earth, actionable approach will inspire you to lead with empathy, resilience, and intention. Let’s dive in!

ENCOURAGING THE ENCOURAGERS:

Remember… you can now check out Mitch’s OTHER podcast called “ENCOURAGING THE ENCOURAGERS” anywhere you listen to podcasts.

It’s specifically designed for Coaches, Speakers and Content Creators and provides a quick dose of inspiration, strategy AND… of course… encouragement!

Find it on Apple Podcasts: Click here

Find it on Spotify: Click here

Find it on Anchor: Click here

Find it on Google: Click here

IN THIS EPISODE:

Whether you're leading teams, navigating a transition, or just looking to grow personally and professionally, Joe's practical insights on reading, writing, and reflection will inspire and equip you to lead with empathy, resilience, and intentionality.

In this episode, we cover:

• What the Green Notebook symbolizes — and why it matters so much for leaders

• Why Joe believes leadership starts with self-leadership

• The simple (but uncommon!) daily practices that fuel sustainable growth

• How to build a life (and career) around your purpose, not your title

• Joe’s tactical tips for reading 40+ books a year without burnout

• His daily journaling practice that boosts self-awareness and leadership performance

• How From the Green Notebook grew from a personal blog into a global leadership movement
  
  

RESOURCES & MORE ABOUT JOE:

• FromTheGreenNotebook.com — Joe's blog and podcast

• Instagram: @fromthegreennotebook

• Podcast: From the Green Notebook — wherever you listen to podcasts: https://fromthegreennotebook.com/podcasts/