Dropping out of college and finding out I had a tumor with my parents | Ep. 13

[@sandy5993]

Now you know where Matt gets his character and sense of humor from. I love matt's parents. This is awesome ❤️

[@Jaden370]

!!!💯💯😭

[@kturby5489]

I totally misread your comment as saying “sense of TUMOR” since they were talking about tumors lmao

[@GiovannaViannaFranco-lf4xs]

How Matt’s parents held hands most of the time and Matt and Abby too. You can see how much your relationship with your spouse can influence your kids actions with their spouse in the future. Love it! ❤

[@victoriapeterson4843]

Hearing how your dad made you the stage in your basement based on what you wanted touched my heart. You can just feel the love he has for you and the support he gave for your passions. What a blessing.

[@erinmyers37]

I no! I would love to see pictures

[@wendylear913]

Matts dad is... EVERYTHING. He needs a channel, i know i would subscribe.

[@maolor1603]

When Matt dad said “ I got 2 wonderful daughter in law” 😭😭😭😭❤️

[@sunlight.travels]

I swear your podcasts are the only one that I can listen to without getting bored. Also as a non-native speaker it's so easy to follow yet you learn so much about american life and culture. Thank you! Wish I had parents like yours

[@jmcast3195]

What a great compliment

[@MauraConnell]

@@jmcast3195 Hey I just wanna say tysm for just spreading the positivity. Ik there are some people who do it for attention but I have a feeling that you don't. So thank you!

[@brendabiliansky7869]

I totally agree. I'm Israeli/Argentinian. So English isn't my birth language, and I must say, I love not having any problems understanding this guys.

[@cindyvw]

Matt and his dad are identical funny guys

[@dianacooper-havlik4115]

Same voice & cadence!

[@kaylieelizabeth4081]

THEY ARE

[@tashaax1993xanimalloverx]

Was literally about to say that lol

[@celestecruickshank597]

😂😂😂

[@richellemendiaz7639]

Literally the same exact thought went through my head when I was watching this episode!

[@emerie44]

Good dads are priceless. Listening to the stories of Matt’s dad building different things to support Matt’s dreams… that made me tear up. 🥹

[@spreadpositivitea6449]

Matt and Abby I’m a medical student and it sounds like your dad is suffering from sleep apnea. When people have this,they are not breathing properly at night, the body wakes up constantly during the night. He might not even notice he is waking up at night. He doesn’t get enough hours of sleep and that is what causes him to suffer from daytime sleepiness and tiredness. They have several tests to go get it to check out. If he does suffer from this there are thing to help him.

[@Mimi2thebestboysever]

I too suffer from sleep apnea! I use a CPAP every night and my neurologist says my pressures are good but I'm still exhausted everyday no matter how much sleep i get! It sucks!

[@kp782]

This!! My father-in-law as well. And the machine helped so much. He had exactly the same symptons. I hope you see this message and he will get help

[@Nurturing2]

Thank you SO much for reaching out and sharing your expertise❣️

[@vickycorey8195]

His dad has been tested for sleep apnea and nothing showed up.

[@kristinmartinez5398]

They said tho that even if he gets 10hrs of sleep per night he still falls asleep during the day. So you're saying that he will wake up during the night N not notice? How does that happen??

[@hannahbertsche1763]

the fact that both couples are holding each others hands🥲 so precious

[@danitapowell2291]

Matt’s parents were, and are so very supportive.

[@jeffreybaker724]

You guys are such good sweet souls. Dont ever change! Life can get tough but it can never take away your happiness unless you let it.

[@gitteroller2376]

Everytime I finish a episode I wish it was an hour longer, love you guys and love your parents!

[@gamingzoneyt1]

It is tho

[@jodil1209]

I wish that, too. I love their Podcasts.

[@alexischarest378]

@@gamingzoneyt1no they said an hour longer which would be two hours lol

[@shelleyjacobs7871]

I so love Matt's parents. They're so awesome. Matt's Dad is full of sense of humor. Matt got it honestly.

[@jasminegarvin1249]

I LOVE the way Abby looks at Matt!!! You can see her getting lost in him while he's talking and honestly it's adorable!!! I love it!!! You can see how in love she is with him ❤❤

[@SAstonFamily]

You, and the future generations of your family, are so blessed to have these videos. I lost both of my parents 13 months apart and I'd give anything to have video like this.

[@abircocci8157]

Having to Live with one of the worse sickness can be exhausting but I still have to believe I can be healed.

[@abircocci8157]

@Casey Muller That’s nice, I have Been diagnosed with a cancer and I will definitely need her help and would also want to know how to get in touch with her. I hope she cures other sickness also?

[@abircocci8157]

@Casey Muller Thank you a lot you are a life saver. I have found her website on the internet.

[@sarahviolinyang]

dear matt, I got diagnosed with adhd in my early 20's even though I was a "good student" growing up. it did take me a while to find a psychiatrist who was willing to explain that those two things could coexist, but being diagnosed has helped me understand how I function a lot better! adhd can look different from person to person. (and even if you don't get diagnosed, some adhd coping strategies can still be helpful in general!) thanks guys for the podcast and videos, keep up the awesome work!

[@MrsCarrieSnyder]

I’m so happy Matt’s parents didn’t put him on meds. So many kids are pushed on meds. It breaks my heart. Such amazing, wonderful, loving parents. Both you guys are blessed to have such amazing families.

[@callmekells802]

Really glad to hear the transparency over Matt’s tumor. I think this is something that happens a lot to people more than we realize and it’s extremely important that others know their not alone and that its encouraged to advocate for their health.

[@msbethxo]

Omg I just love Matt's parents! They are so sweet & so loving & so supportive! Hearing all the things his dad built for him or helped him with & all the stuff his mom would do for him just to be able to dance & do theater, such as sitting at McDonald's for over 2 hours every week sometimes twice a week! They are truly the best parents! Matt is so blessed to have such loving, caring, supportive parents. I literally almost cried hearing the way they talk about their sons. They seem like such genuine down to earth people. & I see where Matt gets his brains from. His Mom & Dad both are very smart! Can't wait till you have them back on. I loved hearing all the stories about their relationship, them as individuals, Matt's childhood, & the relationship they have with you as well as past memories. This is probably one of my favorite episodes so far! I hope your parents read the comments. You are so so blessed Matt. I miss my Daddy so much & watching this made me think of him.

[@abigailnoell9626]

Usually a silent listener but love how tight knit y’all’s family is. The way you guys learn about your parents and grandparents is so precious and I know this will be stuff your kids will cherish being able to view.

[@KarenClark-i4w]

Your mom deserves a medal to raise 3 boys who are so successful and most of all gentlemen ❤

[@junebrown9324]

Oh my gosh, first I'm 49 and watch y'all. But Matt, these stories remind me so much of my son's childhood and early 20's. Our son was in theatre, modeled and played every sport. I was a home health nurse and would have to drive him everywhere to his back to back practices and I would chart in the car. Dad was traveling with work. We supported everything he wanted to try. He quit community college and moved to Nashville alone to study audio engineering then after graduating he decided he was moving to Colorado. Literally almost 2k miles away. He passed from testicular cancer 16 months ago at 24. Love watching y'all.

[@Ak907Queen]

There is this thing that cures cancer quickly and even if doctors say it’s “terminal” and all throughout your body. It cost less than $50 dollars and does wonders

[@tonisangel5024]

@June Brown..Im so deeply sorry for your loss much love and prayers..❤💥🙏💥🦋🕊

[@xavthomas]

I'm so sorry to hear that. What an awful shock and terrible, unimaginable tragedy. May he rest in peace.

[@shreyasharma4598]

OMGGGG FINISHED WATCHING IT… LOVED IT…. Your parents are amazing and what always makes me feel so good is the fact that you guys share such a pure and lovely bond. No drama. No pretentious behaviour. PURE LOVE❤

[@alisonvandrey4391]

I love this! I giggled when Matt says 20 year Olds are watching this. I'm 46 and love watching you guys!!

[@madisonltree]

I cannot express how much I love this podcast. It’s so refreshing to watch and listen to such a wholesome family with great morals and connections. There’s so much negativity in this world I thank you guys for giving us this positivity ❤

[@atchomama123]

Honestly I agree with Matt’s parents about not giving him ADHD medication. If Matt was excelling in school already and functioning well then he shouldn’t need to take it. I feel like back then add/adhd meds were pushed so much because it was new. No one really knew much about the consequences of the medication and whether it was truly beneficial to their child’s well-being. My husbands parents put him on add medication when he was 8 y/o and it really affected him negatively. He had severe anxiety and starting having behavior issues in school. Now as an adult he realizes that he was just a very uninterested child in school and probably would have thrived in a different school setting that would have fit his personality better. I’m not saying that medication shouldn’t be given when it’s absolutely needed and beneficial but I think it was smart of them to think critically about their child and the pros and cons of medication

[@AnnaLarsen8480]

I have ADHD and definitely agree!

[@alexarobertson17]

Totally! I have an ex that was on meds for add/ adhd as a kid and it would take his appetite away. His parents wouldn’t make him take it on the weekend so he would essentially binge all weekend and now he basically has a binge/ purge thing. He never learned to recognize the feeling of being full so now he eats until he physically can’t hold anymore and then goes and pukes… by “now” I mean like 12 years ago…

[@jodil1209]

My husband never got diagnosed until he was about 30. Our youngest daughter was so smart in school, and someone told us she's got adhd, and we were like no she doesn't. She would sit for hours drawing or coloring, and she did get all A's in school. We didn't realize that part of adhd was over focusing on one thing so much that it wasn't normal healthy behavior. I still wouldn't have put her on meds when she was younger. She takes them now, though as an adult. My husband sometimes forgets his adhd meds in the morning, and I will have to drive to his work to give it to him because he can't concentrate to read a blueprint for his job.

[@sylviareimers7075]

Yes! Couldn’t have said it better myself!

[@JV-sc2wr]

I love that Matt’s parents are so supportive of him and his love for theater 💗💗

[@shradhamajgaonkar363]

I've always been a silent viewer but today i felt like i had to say this...its justt veryyyy touching to me !!! It's just soo sweet to constantly see you guys reaching out for each others hands all the time or just touch each other all the time its very sweet and adorable to watch that they're just always trying to comfort each other!! and then the parents were holding hands too!!🤍 literally the sweetest, purest, the most adorable thing to watch..!!!!🤍 Love you guys soo sooo much!! 🤍

[@michellevossrolando6822]

Now we know why you guys are amazing. Its because of your incredible parents and the way they brought you up. Kisses from a Brazilian follower

[@cyndicopeland4113]

Matt and Abby are so stinking cute… they keep reaching to hold hands and touching each other. It’s so sweet

[@wellhavenco]

this is my favorite podcast episode by far... I loved this honest and casual conversation with your parents... the fact that you guys are truly interested in your parents (and grandparents' - when Abby's grandparents were on) stories is such a rare thing these days.

[@anar1104]

They are so sweet, the support for their children is amazing ❤

[@cristinamerlini]

We need a part 2 for sure 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@EmberEckel]

I second this!!!

[@krystaldonovan6335]

Matt its so refreshing to see someone go for what they want regardless what others think. Always love this podcast. ❤

[@daniecoote]

Matt's parents are definitely my favorite guest star appearances! So sweet to see such a good example of a married couple with longevity. 💕

[@lisacarpenter2309]

Matt’s parents are great people and love them and Abby you have great in laws

[@johannaac5097]

You guys have such a fun family, Matt's Dad seems like he would be such a fun grandpa. I just love this podcast so much, thank you for making my day :)

[@ashtonmandrell1903]

I normally don’t comment on KZbin videos but I just wanted to say, I went to FZS in Saint Peters and remember Matt performing in breakdown stl my freshman year of high school. I had friends who were apart of it and followed you ever sense. I’ve been so grateful for you and Abby’s videos because I had a hard time through out high school and the beginning of college. Your videos have made me feel seen and always put a smile on my face. rep STL! 😂❤

[@tyara.collins]

I love the respect they all have for each other. Matt’s parents are cool as heck. Those are the type of parents you can take trips with and talk about literally everything. Appreciate them and guard them with everything y’all have! My parents are here but I’m not close with them. It brings me joy that others can have an amazing relationship with both parents ❤ y’all rock!

[@NicoleEmmons]

Last year a tumor was found in my knee and I knew right after the MRI too. You’re right. That’s when you know it’s not good. Mine was cancerous (I am good now) but I had surgery a month later. My husband and I are HS sweethearts too.

[@marcesplay5472]

Hi Nicole, I am so glad you are doing well now🥰, sending you lots of love, stay healthy and happy!

[@oliviawriter3279]

I vote to see their road proposal video and the childhood performances! I have dropped MANY podcasts because they all don't have good subjects/talking about nothing, The Unplanned Podcast matches the name - real & authentic! Keep up the good real content!

[@belladurst9341]

Hands down my favorite podcast episode so far. Matt’s parents are so entertaining

[@ashiyasaeed4099]

Matt looks like his daddy. Your episodes are hillarious.😊

[@plaidpaisley5918]

I See his mom.

[@sstacyss]

He looks like his mom lol

[@BaneeBunny]

Matt, your parents are very supportive of you. I aspire to be like them to my own kids. Such inspiration

[@journeyknox8345]

My dad worked for the NCDOT for 35 years and the women in this field are true badasses!!

[@laurenskee2665]

This podcast is exactly what you need in a world like this- its light, funny, and entertaining.

[@letsuseourbrains]

These podcasts are so wholesome and #lifegoals. This is the American Dream to me. Raising a family and seeing your kids be successful and raise their own family.

[@teresam2261]

I always love it when you have Matt’s parents on. They are the best! I couldn’t watch this without commenting on Matt mentioning seeking being diagnosed with ADHD. The tactile references clued me in along with the straight A’s and your curiosity along with your vast interests. Spoiler alert. You’re gifted. And yes, I understand the stigma that comes with that, so please hear me out. In the time you were raised there was No understanding of this, so your parents are right, your educational influences were amazing. And your mom’s intuition is spot on. Both your parents supported your curiosity and creativity and that is so awesome! But there’s one thing I want to say and I want you to really listen. Adhd is diagnosed way too easily. And if it isn’t evaluated by someone who is familiar with giftedness it can be a major detriment. Why? Adhd meds can strip you of all of your creativity. So please do some major research. The difference between true adhd and giftedness is that someone who is gifted can either bring themselves back on their own eventually or can with one or two reminders. A truly adhd person cannot. You have a great thing going and parents and a wife that support you. ❤ Your creativity is the basis of who you are. Adapting with google calendar, Cozi. Ways of communicating to get the daily life things done is key. I wish y’all the best. You’ve got this! ❤

[@anupuri8689]

Literally everything good about parenting, relationships and love right here! So much love for you all! ❤

[@kayleighdennis1769]

I loved this episode!! It makes so much sense how Matt became who he is today! His parents are the sweetest and so supportive

[@kMeijer]

I just discovered your channel. I love that anyone from any generation can thoroughly enjoy your conversations!

[@abhayakadam4759]

I was eagerly waiting for them to be on the podcast as guests.. they are so cool parents.. extremely supportive ❤️ u r supper blessed☺️ I could relate their stories since now my son is 7 year old and I could actually learn from them how best u can handle a kid.. wonderful thanks to your parents💕

[@taylorhorrelldavis496]

I love this! It feels like a family gathering just telling stories 💕

[@AubreeShannon-b4z]

I live in Missouri and it’s so cool to here you guys live your life in the same state. I love you guys keeping going!!!!

[@paula4968]

Hooray for another video with Matt's parents! I'm always so happy to see them. They're so open, warm, and funny.🥰❤ Love you all!

[@sarahellebailey]

This was such a sweet episode the effort Matt’s dad went to create his “stage” is beautiful 😍

[@akaemmaclaire]

I love Matt's parents! I can totally see where he gets his personality from! And how much Abby admires them too 😋 Such a sweet episode!

[@theresabuchanan1787]

The sweetest interview ever!! Matt your parents are AMAZING. Great examples of PARENTING. My mom always would say how a man treats his mother he will treat you. (VERY TRUE). Abby your blessed to have a man like Matt & VICE/VERSA. Your mother is lovely & your father a HOOT with the capital E for EMPATHY. I could watch podcast like this one always. Looking forward to Part2. Family memories are the BEST! Many blessing to all of you.

[@amitywalter1999]

I’m a Missouri native, cool to see content from other Midwest natives ❤

[@tylermorris1031]

Your parents are so supportive and your number 1 fan it’s beautiful to see

[@appalachianfamilyrecipes4647]

Awe Matt your Mom is your total hype person. She remembers your childhood with biographical precision. Also, your parents remind me of your brother and your sister in law Abigail :)

[@justreagan6774]

Is it really mostly 20-30yr olds watching this?? I’m 13 and have watched every episode!! I love y’all!!! Exited for the new baby!!

[@KarenClark-i4w]

Your parents are so cute and great role model’s! I love how your dad proposed to your mom! So romantic and epic ❤

[@eli53729]

Never been so early. I can’t wait for your baby boy to be born !! You are going to be amazing parents to two children !❤

[@erinmyers37]

I would love to see pictures of this stage matts dad built him thats amazing such a great dad you can see where Matt gets it!

[@shreyasharma4598]

Ever since I got to know that you guys will be having guest couples as well on your podcast, since that day I've been waiting for this duo. Matt, your parents are truly amazing....I am commenting this before starting with the video and will comment again after watching it but one thing that I just wanted to say was I was reallllllllly waiting for it and also am so excited for it. I know I am gonna love it.

[@coachashiya]

Matt has got gorgeous parents . So poised and we'll spoken❤

[@kikimarriott8707]

I feel like this is so wholesome as a family it's like what I watched in films as a kid it's kinda made to me families exist like this and makes me emotional but with happiness like I'm happy they have it 💗

[@jodil1209]

Matt, your parents are really good parents!! They did so much to make sure you had a stage, and your Mom drove you far away to keep you happy. I think they are incredible people!! You take after them both. It's so sweet.

[@yalandareeves3159]

Can we please see your parent’s engagement video!!❤

[@jaysylvain1760]

OMG this was THE BEST podcast ever!!! I absolutely love Matt's family dynamic.

[@kirstbecca]

Your parents are so pure🥺🥺 love this!

[@keerthana5159]

I just love Matt's parents ❤

[@alican5695]

Love your parents ❤ Your dad cracks me up “welcome to the Midwest” 👍 We know allllll about the twisters here in Indy.

[@nikkipworld]

I don’t usually comment but i loved this episode so much. Seeing you guys as a family was so beautiful. Matt’s parents just seem like the best most loving parents ever and even how much they love Abby really shows thru this episode. ❤

[@teresagabriela1794]

Love your podcast! My dream as a mother is to see my son have a wonderful marriage. You guys are so young and give hope to society that a family is sacred and a positive thing for society❤

[@Dj265Nav]

Love how Matt keeps reaching to touch Abby. Throughout the video. 😊

[@newspaper.777]

Just a small suggestion if u guys could make sections in the video we would know which topic was discussed where in the video makes it easier ik it makes editing hard but it's a suggestion 🙌😄

[@madelinefagen24]

It would be great if you partnered with the muni in some capacity! Maybe fundraised for them or supported them in some way! It sounds like they had a profound impact on your childhood

[@KarenClark-i4w]

Y’all have a good marriage because of your parents instilled good values in you Matt❤

[@paolarodriguez470]

I never comment on videos but man, this has been the most wholesome podcast ever. It amazing to see we’re Matt’s great personality comes from and actually gave me a perspective for what a good man looks like. You are very lucky Abby, and so is he to have you. Gorgeous family, many blessings your way!

[@MusicLover90720]

Your mom seems like the sweetest soul❤

[@kellyfinley4419]

So cute when she goes “only Santa has foot prints” idk why that was so funny and cute to me

[@aylanortherner1909]

I’m from southern Indiana and have been nervous about taking my 2 girls out to a hotel and to the zoo, but I will definitely be looking into that zoo! I love watching your family! Your kids are such a good mix of you both❤️

[@endermwatts]

The tornado watches and warnings make me feel just like I’m at home lol I grew up in north central MO so I know that feeling…. Great podcast once again!

[@clairegordon8765]

Matt has the IT factor not only is he personable and genuine he has a personality meant for influencing or reporting.

[@sierrafranky8788]

I don’t even have the vocabulary to express how much I just, adore you two and your families. I seriously love rooting for you guys and love engaging in your content. Social media can be weird, strangers… so involved in your life, but as one of those strangers 😂 thank you for sharing with us & just having REALLL LIFE/ HUMAN conversations / opinions. Really enjoy you two genuine souls!

[@victoryaaaaaa]

The amount of times Abby says "cuuute" and "sweeeet" in this episode is hilarious 😂

[@shelleys5765]

Your best episode yet, really appreciate the parents perspective ❤what an amazing support you guys have!!

[@lilc5353]

I really enjoyed watching this podcast, so heartwarming and wholesome. ❤

[@colbyarnold8597]

It’s so cool to hear more about Matt’s passions! Like it amazes me! I and my brother were both born with very distinct, (and quite unusual) passions that we’ve been demonstrating since the get go, and as I’ve aged I’ve noticed how rare it is! It’s sooooo cool to see someone that is as dynamic as Matt have a not similar “decided” path that my lil bro and I do, but a similar passion for these individual things.❤❤❤❤❤love yall

[@keerthiramesh1376]

slayyy this podcast seems so good! cant wait to relax while listening to this and laugh my guts out😂💗

[@royahdamawand536]

I love how matt and abby are always touching eachother

[@ksc743]

I miss these videos. You need to do this again to bring some fun back into your (and our) lives!

[@sandramcglinchey7712]

Love ❤️ to hear that you’re parent is still in love! My husband and I have been married since 1993 and 30 year later still in love. My husband took us to our favorite restaurant a friend brought a dozen roses in middle of our dinner my boyfriend went down on one knee and boom we were engaged!

[@baileyelizabeth8029]

Congratulations on 30+ years! A love like that really is rare to hear about these days, thank you for sharing 😊

[@catherineswatchingyou]

Matt has said that he has ADHD and the sensory issues (clothing issues, feeling warm) were definitely a symptom of that, also the question asking and always moving (hyperactivity). Also being such an entertainer! And having a hard time finding your people/being unique! Also sky diving! That may have been dopamine seeking! Very interesting learning all of this.

[@JLS_2023]

You guys crack me up! Love hearing childhood stories that resonate with some of my own.

[@sgluk]

Over the years I’ve listened to many KZbin couples podcasts and watched many blogs, but Matt & Abby are the only successful influencers that are still down to earth and relatable! And that is why I only fw them ❤️

[@Jen-zz7nv]

O my goodness, love your parents! Hearing them talk about you , you were totally like one of my sons! So many identical things. Even the surgery at a young age that affected his young life in the same way!

[@Ella-rx2vm]

Your dad is the funniest and your mom is the sweetest!! You really are lucky that they were so supportive of your interests & goals 😊