Hard Work Works with Artist and World Series Champion Matt Szczur

Welcome back to The Radcast! In this episode, we have a special interview with Matt Szczur, a true superstar who has conquered the world of sports and art. Not only is he a Cubs World Series Champion and a versatile athlete, but he is also an incredibly talented artist.

From his days as a standout athlete at Villanova to achieving his dream of becoming a World Series Champion with the Chicago Cubs, Matt's work ethic has always been unwavering. He believes that consistency and hard work are the keys to success, whether it's on the field or in the art studio.

But there's more to Matt than just his personal achievements. He values the importance of teamwork and understanding others. He knows that true success comes from supporting and listening to those around you.

Matt embodies the spirit of a winner, both in sports and in life. His story is filled with dedication, passion, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Tune in to this episode to discover how you can pursue greatness in both your personal and professional life.

• Matt shares his inspiring story of achieving success with the Chicago Cubs after growing up playing multiple sports in South Jersey and earning a full scholarship to Villanova. (02:07)
• Ryan and Matt discuss their experiences as professional athletes, emphasizing the importance of hard work and dedication in achieving success. (03:05)
• Matt's story of becoming a bone marrow match for an 18-month-old girl from Ukraine and staying in touch with her family has brought awareness to the importance of privilege. (09:40)
• Matt from being an athlete turned into an artist who co-founded the Noble Gallery to support fellow artists in the sale of their works. (15:20)
• Through consistent hard work and discipline, Matt  was able to build an art career with his paintings of icons and celebrities, culminating in a Cubs World Series painting selling for $40,000. (22:42)
• Ryan and Matt emphasize that success doesn't come without hard work.(28:21)

This episode is packed with information, wisdom, and passion and we know you will get a ton of value from this.

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