42 North
Join hosts Matt Lang and Joel Blackburn as they set out to discover the passions of everyday people doing extraordinary things.
Ordinary People. Extraordinary Things.
Welcome to 42 North! We're so glad you decided to stop in for a second! Join hosts Matt Lang and Joel Blackburn for this wild ride! Produced by Matt Bell who, on occasion, will make special appearances. From many interviews with ordinary people, we hope you will come alongside our hosts to learn about everyday people's passions and how they use those passions to impact those around them. Always keep your ears open too for when we drop special episodes that will be off the usual path because... you've gotta change things up occasionally.
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Episodes
Episodes
Jul 16, 2025
Jul 16, 2025
1hr 9 min
[Please check out YouTube for our first-ever video recorded segment]
On this special edition (and slightly scuffed) episode of 42 North, we get to chat with Joel about his WEDDING DAY! Including both a prerecorded clip two days prior to the wedding (this section also has a video recording that can be found on our YouTube page) AND a recording session after three weeks of marriage, we get to check in on his thoughts and experiences throughout this journey.
Jul 2, 2025
Jul 2, 2025
1hr 20 min
Disclaimer: This episode of 42 North touches on themes related to marriage, which may include slightly mature content. While we strive to keep everything family-friendly and appropriate, we encourage parents to use discretion when listening with younger audiences. ||
This month on 42 North, we sit down with Scott McCloughan as he shares his passion for building healthy marriages. Join the team—including a newly-married Joel—as we dive into meaningful conversations around unity, selflessness, communication, and more. AND stick around until the end for a fun new segment: the greatest pizza tier-list on the internet!
Jun 18, 2025
Jun 18, 2025
1hr 5 min
The 42 North Crew continues Part 2 of this special milestone episode with some persuasive show and tell, followed by an extended edition of "Overrated/Underrated."
Jun 4, 2025
Jun 4, 2025
36 min
(Part 1) To celebrate this milestone episode, the team reflects on the podcast journey so far before jumping into some special segments. Keep an eye out for Part 2, releasing in two weeks!
May 7, 2025
May 7, 2025
59 min
Join the team as they sit down with "Doc" Case, an avid aviator who shares his lifelong adventures and captivating stories from the skies.
Apr 2, 2025
Apr 2, 2025
1hr 7 min
Tune in as the crew chats with Nora Duncan, a talented graphic designer, photographer, and nature enthusiast. Discover how her deep fascination with the octopus and other biological wonders has profoundly impacted her life.
Mar 5, 2025
Mar 5, 2025
10hr 4 min
Join the team as they catch up with their long-time friend, Trent Cerny, diving into his deep passion for leadership development, sharing invaluable lessons from his own leadership experiences and the wisdom imparted by his mentors over the years.
Feb 5, 2025
Feb 5, 2025
1hr 2 min
Join Joel and Matt as they sit down with former cross-country running coach and Chemistry teacher Brad Portis, as he discusses his love for running, teaching, and inspiring kids to do hard things. || If you would like to volunteer or donate to support those impacted by the California Wildfires, visit www.redcross.org or https://www.cafirefoundation.org/what-we-do/for-communities/disaster-relief