This week on 5 Random Questions, Matt Cundill shares why he'd be terrible to give $10 million to, live streaming Metallica from the North Pole, how AM shaped his youth, and more.

Answering the questions this week: Matt Cundill

Matt Cundill is a recovering broadcaster turned podcast producer and host. He is the founder of The Sound Off Media Company, where he develops and produces a diverse portfolio of original and branded shows spanning industry commentary, culture, tourism, lifestyle, and music storytelling. His flagship program, The Sound Off Podcast, is now in its 10th year, approaching 500 episodes, and remains a leading voice in North American podcast and broadcast industry conversations. He also publishes the Sounding Off newsletter, widely followed by media professionals across Canada and the United States. Through strategic storytelling, technical expertise, and a deep understanding of audio audiences, Matt continues to shape modern podcasting by connecting brands, creators, and listeners through compelling, high-quality content.

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Further reading for this episode

• Matt Cundill Voiceover Artist | Podcast & Radio Personality
• The Podcast About Broadcast | Sound Off Podcast
• The Podcast Super Friends | The Podcast Super Friends
• Sock Knitting Beans, Pineapple on Pizza (?!?) and More with Susan Barry - 5 Random Questions
• anthonybourdain • Instagram photos and videos
• Adam Curry - Wikipedia
• Metallica - Freeze 'Em All: Live in Antarctica (December 8, 2013) (Full Concert) - YouTube
• ‎Watch The Studio - Apple TV⁠
• Canadian True Crime podcast
• Montreal radio sports talk fixture Ted Tevan dies at 78 | Globalnews.ca
• 'Embarrassing': Sports world irate after Belichick Hall of Fame snub - Sportsnet.ca

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