Silent Service
Two friends at different stages of life, Matt DiMauro the mentor and Will Diesel the mentee, share vulnerable conversations about faith, business, relationships, and the quiet lessons life teaches along the way. Part journal, part mentorship, and part encouragement for those learning as they go.
Episodes
41 episodes
Ep. 40: Be There Anyway
In this episode, Will Diesel explores the idea of imposterism through insights from Amy Cuddy’s book, Presence. He reflects on how imposter syndrome shapes our self-perception and limits our ability to be fully present, highlighting th...
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Episode 40
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24:41
Ep. 39: Wisdom from the World’s Greatest Investor (Part 2)
In this episode, Will Diesel explores the investing principles and life wisdom of Charlie Munger, co-founder of Berkshire Hathaway. The discussion is structured around key themes from Munger's book, 'Poor Charlie's Almanac,' focusing on the imp...
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Episode 39
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38:58
Ep. 38: Charlie Munger’s Timeless Investing Principles (Part 1)
In this first part of our conversation, Matt DiMauro and Will Diesel discuss key investing principles inspired by Charlie Munger, focusing on allocation, patience, and decisiveness. They explore how emotional intelligence shapes investment deci...
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Episode 38
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33:30
Ep. 37: Identity, Work, and the Freedom to Be Real
In this episode of Silent Service, Will Diesel explores authenticity in the workplace, discussing the disconnect between identity and corporate roles. He reflects on the illusion of corporate jobs, the generational divide in perception...
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Episode 37
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17:55
Ep. 36: Let's Get Political
In this thought-provoking episode of Silent Service, Matt DiMauro and Will Diesel step into difficult conversations with openness, honesty, and faith at the center. From heartfelt MEPS check-ins to discussions on mentorship, college, D...
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Episode 36
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41:38
Ep. 35: To Invest or Not to Invest (Part 2)
In this episode of Silent Service, Matt DiMauro and Will Diesel continue their conversation about investing and what it really means to make wise decisions with money. They unpack the difference between type one errors, costly mistakes...
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Episode 35
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53:21
Ep. 34: To Invest or Not to Invest (Part 1)
In this episode of Silent Service, Matt DiMauro and Will Diesel dig into the idea of investing, not just with money but with relationships and choices that pay off over time. Will shares how he writes down the names of people he values...
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Episode 34
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37:13
Ep. 33: How to Know When It’s Time to Go
In this deeply reflective episode of Silent Service, Matt DiMauro and Will Diesel explore one of life’s toughest questions: how do you know when it’s time to move on? Whether it’s a career, a relationship, or a season of life, the two ...
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Episode 33
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51:57
Ep. 32: How to Put People at Ease (ft. Abby Adams)
In this episode of Silent Service, Will Diesel sits down with Abby Adams, a childcare worker, future pediatrician, and friend from his Jesuit Volunteer Corps days. Abby shares her journey of service in Spokane, what it means to build t...
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Episode 32
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45:59
Ep. 31: Faith, Therapy, and the Gentle Work of Healing (ft. Madison Thomas)
In this episode of Silent Service, Will Diesel sits down with therapist Madison Thomas for an honest conversation about faith, mental health, and the gentle work of healing. Madison shares her journey as a trauma therapist, why mental ...
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Episode 31
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57:29
Ep. 30: How to Not Be So Hard on Yourself (ft. Kolbe Trovinger)
In this episode of Silent Service, Matt DiMauro and Will Diesel are joined by friend and first-time guest, Kolbe Trovinger, for a vulnerable conversation on what it means to be your own toughest critic. Together, they explore ...
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Episode 30
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47:07
Ep. 29: Friendship, Work, and Purpose (ft. Thomas Zink)
In this episode of Silent Service Will Diesel sits down with his good friend and colleague Thomas Zink for a conversation that came together pretty spontaneously but turned into something really meaningful. Thomas shares his journey from growin...
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Episode 29
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52:45
Ep. 28: Faith & Fatherhood
In this episode of Silent Service, Matt DiMauro and Will Diesel open up about faith, family, and the legacy we leave behind. After catching up on travel, sleep, and recent reflections, the conversation turns toward Matt’s children, the...
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Episode 28
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48:17
Ep. 27: Guilty Pleasures, Big Decisions, and God’s Surprises
In this episode, Will flips the script and interviews his co-host, Matthew DiMauro. From guilty pleasures and weird jobs to lessons in failure, faith, and legacy, Matt shares the habits that drive him, the surprises God has placed on his journe...
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Episode 27
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41:50
Ep. 26: The Power of Habit: What’s Really Shaping You
In this solo episode of Silent Service, Will shares personal reflections and key takeaways from Charles Duhigg’s best-selling book The Power of Habit. From NFL coach Tony Dungy’s playbook changes, to Paul O’Neill’s leadership ...
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Episode 26
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18:16
Ep. 25: How to Buy a Business with $0 to Your Name (Part 2)
Will and Matt celebrate their 25-episode milestone with an honest conversation on personal growth, faith, and the lessons learned over a decade of change. Matt reflects on shifting from a money-focused mindset to valuing relationships, authenti...
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Episode 25
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48:42
Ep. 24: How to Buy a Business With $0 to Your Name (Part 1)
In this episode of Silent Service, Matt and Will unpack the bold idea that it’s actually possible to buy a business with no money to your name, if you know what you’re doing. They explore the realities behind “$0 down” deals, breaking down what...
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Episode 24
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49:10
Ep. 23: A Therapy Session with Matt & Will
In Episode 23 of Silent Service, Will and Matt sit down for what they call a “therapy session,” a vulnerable conversation about the tension between freedom and fulfillment. After back-to-back summer trips, Matt opens up about the emoti...
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Episode 23
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44:40
Ep. 22: Quiet Impact: Values, Work Ethic & Disney (ft. Lily Denneen)
In this episode, Will sits down with his longtime friend Lily Denneen, whose quiet strength and unwavering work ethic have inspired him for years. From their early days leading seminars together in college, to Lily’s journey from Massachusetts ...
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Episode 22
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40:07
Ep. 21: The Kindest Person You’ll Ever Meet (ft. Zane Williams)
In this episode, Will welcomes Zane, an accomplished analyst at JP Morgan, a former competitive athlete whose discipline still shows up in everything he does, and above all, a loyal friend whose character quietly commands respect. From Dallas r...
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Episode 21
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43:16
Ep. 20: How to Get People to Like You
Ever noticed how the harder you try to get people to like you, the less it works?In this episode, Will and Matt unpack that strange truth with stories that hit close to home—from a text sent to the wrong “Joaquin” to witnessing a powerfu...
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Episode 20
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46:32
Ep. 19: The Book That Changed the Way I See Money
In this solo episode, Will shares how Rich Dad Poor Dad reshaped the way he thinks about money, ownership, and God’s role in our finances. This isn’t a book review—it’s a vulnerable reflection on five truths that challenged his pursuit...
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Episode 19
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24:55
Ep. 18: Book Review - "Start With Why" by Simon Sinek
In this reflective solo episode, Will Diesel breaks down one of the most thought-provoking books in modern leadership—Start With Why by Simon Sinek. From exploring the Golden Circle to questioning how we build trust and inspire belief,...
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Episode 18
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18:15
Ep. 17: 10 Life Lessons From a Quiet Leader
In this deeply personal episode, Will shares ten powerful takeaways from Matt's leadership journal, originally written for his team and never meant for an audience, yet full of universal wisdom. These aren’t clichés—they’re gritty, grounded les...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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20:11