One of my scariest moments from high school was learning that one of my sisters had stumbled into my cigar stash in my underwear drawer. I’m only just now wondering WHAT the heck she was doing digging through my underwear drawer in the first pl

Barrett Ward is surrounded by women

Oct 17th, 2017 55m 33s

My guest today is one of my favorite people in the world. Equally hilarious, smart, and vulnerable, Barrett Ward is a really unique guy. If that name sounds familiar, then you might be a member of the Mocha Club, or maybe you own a FashionABLE-

Pinball? Yes, Pinball (w/ Seth Steele)

Oct 4th, 2017 54m 13s

Earlier this year, I spent a month in Portland, Oregon. I’ve always loved my brief stops through there on tour, but never felt like I had enough time to, well, let’s be honest EAT. Portland has some AMAZING food, but what I DIDN’T know is that

Why Design Matters w/ Gavin Ivester

Sep 19th, 2017 35m 54s

I had been hearing about this ex shoe designer for Nike, who coincidentally also designed the first powerbook for Apple and now living in Nashville for a couple years before we were formally introduced. Because I had gone to college essentially

Derek Webb is the reason I started writing songs

Sep 5th, 2017 1h 17m

In the late 90’s, if you were a Christian high school or college kid who was somewhat self aware and into music, you were probably a fan of a band called Caedmon’s Call. They were a grassroots folk-rock band out of Houston, Texas that for aroun

Your pain might all be in your head (w/ Dr. Matt McClanahan)

Aug 22nd, 2017 1h 10m

What if your back pain isn’t really anything actually wrong with your BACK? And what if your anxiety is really a ‘warning light’ signaling that something else needs attention? That’s what my childhood best friend Dr. Matt McClanahan is finding

Taylor Bruce wants you to travel like a local

Aug 8th, 2017 1h 9m

This week on The Curiosity Habit, I’m pleased to be sharing my conversation with friend and fellow-curious person, Taylor Bruce. Taylor is one of a handful of friends who shares my same enthusiasm and interest for people and travel, only he’s t

How to build a band w/ Judah Akers

Jul 31st, 2017 1h

This week’s guest is one of those people insecure guys like me can’t stand. Not only is Judah Akers building an incredible music career in his band, Judah & The Lion, but before that, he was a star collegiate ATHLETE, playing baseball for the B

Branden Harvey is not your average Pro-Snapchatter

Jul 25th, 2017 1h 7m

This week I'm visiting with story-telling digital activist & defender of whats GOOD, Branden Harvey. After growing disillusioned by his (successful) freelance photography career, Branden began using photography to tell stories; bringing to ligh

CEO/Songwriter/Singer/Entertainer Ben Rector

Jul 18th, 2017 1h 6m

Over the past 10 years, Ben Rector has been artfully carving out a career as a performing singer-sonwriter, amassing hundreds of thousands of fans all over the world, all while staying true to his ‘guy next door’ demeanor. Ben has been a friend

Coffee, with Jamie Cunningham of Steadfast Coffee

Aug 24th, 2016 1h 51m

What makes a great cup of coffee? How can you get better at tasting it? Jamie Cunningham of Steadfast Coffee in Nashville joins me to explore all the intricate details of my favorite daily drink. Still curious? Check out these handy links: My

Gun Shy Pt. 2, with guest host Dave Barnes

Aug 17th, 2016 1h 3m

Special guest host Dave Barnes joins me once again in this episode to continue our conversation about my latest album, Gun Shy. You'll hear the stories behind the songs, the current challenges we face as artists and the inspiration of our creat

Gun Shy Pt. 1, with guest host Dave Barnes

Aug 10th, 2016 54m 40s

Special guest host Dave Barnes joins me in this episode, and we chat about songwriting, life as an artist, and the story behind my new record, Gun Shy. Still curious? Check it out: My new album, Gun Shy Dave Barnes' website

Thad Cockrell

Aug 3rd, 2016 1h 9m

In this episode, I sit down with songwriter and pop artist Thad Cockrell. He’s one of the most honest and truly artistic creative people I know. I'm curious about what makes him tick and how he has become great at his craft. Listen up! Still cu

Jeff Kaylor

Jul 27th, 2016 1h 6m

Jeff Kaylor is an incredible slight-of-hand magician, and in this episode I learn what his life as a magician is all about—and how he resists tricking everyone, all the time. Still curious? Check out mattwertz.com/curiosityhabit Go to Jeff's w

Tripp Crosby of Tripp and Tyler

Jul 20th, 2016 48m 15s

In this episode, I sit down with the hilarious and deeply thoughtful Tripp Crosby, of the Tripp and Tyler comedy duo. We talk religion, romance, the comedy career path…and we even challenge each other to a sing-off. Check out Tripp on the inter

Drew Holcomb & Paul Steele

Jul 13th, 2016 1h 1m

Singer-songwriter Drew Holcomb and his manager Paul Steele have a rare working relationship. How do they get so much done? And who says you can't work with your friends? Listen in as I dig into the honest details with these long-time friends of

Stephen Rose of The Peach Truck

Jul 1st, 2016 41m 41s

Welcome to the Curiosity Habit! Stephen Rose just wanted to have peaches from his hometown again—now he has a crazy successful business and the lifestyle of his dreams. How'd he do that? Check out The Peach Truck here: thepeachtruck.com Curious