"I am a Artist" l MATT DOHERTY l From 90s icon to Writer and Producer l THE CVMK SHOW l#failedstate

About this episode

Matt Doherty shares his journey from a 90s icon to a writer and producer, discussing resilience and creativity in Hollywood.

From 'The Mighty Ducks' to Hollywood Heavyweight: Matt Doherty Breaks Down the 38-Year Grind In this powerhouse episode of The CVMK Show , we sit down with a 38-year veteran of the entertainment industry, Matt Doherty. Known globally as the wise-cracking underdog hero Lester Averman from The Mighty Ducks franchise, Matt brings an absolute masterclass in resilience, longevity, and extreme accountability. We dive deep into his evolution from a 90s nostalgia icon to a relentless creative force. Matt opens up about surviving the unpredictable Hollywood machine, doubling down on his craft at Northwestern University and the Actor's Studio, and why he refuses to be boxed in by past success. Whether you are an entrepreneur, an athlete, or an Everyday Hero pushing past your own limits, Matt’s insights on mental infrastructure and relentless execution will shift your entire mindset. Plus, we talk about his incredible new film project, Failed State , and what it takes to rewrite your own script! In This Episode, We Cover: 0:00 - Intro: Meet Matt Doherty 5:15 - The reality of the 25-year Hollywood grind and building mental resilience 14:30 - The Mighty Ducks legacy and the true meaning of…

People in this episode

Host: Cody Kelly

Guest: Matt Doherty

Topics covered

• entertainment industry
• resilience
• creativity
• Hollywood
• mental infrastructure
• success

Keywords

• Matt Doherty
• The Mighty Ducks
• Failed State
• Hollywood
• resilience
• creativity
• entrepreneurship

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Northwestern University, Actor's Studio

Books & works: The Mighty Ducks, Failed State

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