Show Notes
A new, weekly, in-depth interview series hosted by former MuchMusic and MTV music/film journalist Matt Wells. This season, Matt speaks with NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh, 6 time Olympic medalist Clara Hughes, acclaimed singer/songwriter Serena Ryder, Winner of Canada’s Drag Race - Priyanka, musician, best selling author and mental health advocate Séan McCann, AND critically acclaimed film director Sharon Lewis….just to name a few. GOOD THINGS with MATT WELLS will explore the often unexplored and untold stories of success to remind us that sometimes it has to get bad before it gets better...and that Good Things are coming our way. Subscribe now and never miss a conversation.
Produced by Matt Wells and Vince Buda for Greater Hood Productions.
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Theme song: Good Things - written by Walter Schreifels/performed by Rival Schools.
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