Episode 26 of Good Times, Noodle Salad brings Matt, Niko, and Steven from the Metro Detroit metal band Kougaran into the studio — three-fourths of the lineup and 100% of the chaos.

The crew dives into everything from AI and creativity, to what it’s like navigating the music industry in the age of the internet, to how the Metro Detroit music scene has evolved over the last 20 years. From basement shows and MySpace-era hype to TikTok discovery and digital distribution, it’s a full spectrum conversation about art, culture, and how bands survive and thrive in 2026.

If you’re into music, metal, local scenes, or just listening to passionate people talk about their craft, this one hits all the angles.

Good times, noodle salad, and a little distortion.

Episode 25 of Good Times, Noodle Salad brings Matt Smith and Paige Teregan back into the studio and in peak chaotic mode. Between Paige knocking into equipment and yelling into the mic, and Matt trying—and failing—to keep things on track, the banter is in rare form this week.

They break down the buzz around AI data centers, laugh about their kids saying “6, 7” like it’s an inside secret, and casually drop the story of how Paige’s dad may have been the guy who exposed Kroger for being infested with mice and got the whole store shut down. No big deal.

They also look ahead at what’s coming for the podcast, with over 20 local bands and comedians already scheduled to sit down in the studio over the next stretch. Michigan talent incoming.

If you’re here for the bickering, bits, unhinged storytelling, or the behind-the-scenes chaos of building a community-driven show, this episode delivers.

Good times, noodle salad — and maybe a closed Kroger.

Episode 24 is a special one. Matt brings his eldest son, Elias, on the podcast to test out an idea he's been building behind the scenes called Keepsake Conversations — a way to record meaningful interviews as a time capsule through audio.

Elias, at 12 years old, talks about who he is right now, what matters to him, what he’s dreaming about, and what he hopes future-him remembers. It’s sincere, funny, and surprisingly thoughtful — the kind of moment you’ll want to look back on years down the road.

Consider this a small glimpse into what keepsake storytelling can do.

Episode 23 of Good Times, Noodle Salad is a throwback-heavy hang with longtime friend Devin McClure joining Matt in the studio (no Paige this week).

Matt and Devin catch up on 20 years of friendship, the skateboarders who shaped the way we think, and how getting older doesn’t stop you from loving skateboarding — it just changes how your knees feel afterward. They talk about where the podcast studio is headed, what it’s like being aging skateboarders with real jobs and disposable income, and why skate trips have quietly turned into golf rounds and tee times.

They also try to solve the mystery of where the hell Matt Ferrell has been, reminisce about old times, and reflect on how growing up doesn’t mean letting go — it just means doing the same dumb stuff with slightly better gear.

Good times, bad knees, and noodle salad energy as always.

Episode 22 of Good Times, Noodle Salad is a big one — it’s our first-ever episode recorded in the new studio 🎙️🏡

Matt Smith and Paige Teregan sit down to talk through a season of massive life changes: moving into our new house, diving headfirst into remodeling the basement (including the bar build 👀), and what it’s really been like turning a house into a home while juggling everything else life throws at you.

Paige opens up about leaving teaching and, in hindsight, just how heavy that chapter was on her mental health — what she didn’t realize at the time, and what clarity looks like on the other side of burnout. It’s honest, reflective, and probably relatable for anyone who’s ever powered through a job that slowly drained them.

We also introduce our brand new business, Keepsake Conversations — a project that’s close to our hearts. Families can now come into our studio to record a podcast-style conversation with loved ones, creating an audio and video time capsule that can be shared and cherished for generations.

New studio. New house. New business. Big feelings. Same Good Times.

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Matt sits down with longtime friend Matthew Ferrell—host of the podcast Matt Ferrell's Still Standing. The two reflect on nearly 20 years of friendship and dig into some heavy but important topics: substance abuse and recovery, the mission behind Matthew’s podcast, and the devastating loss of his brother Levi to suicide.

They also talk about what it means to be fathers, artists, and aging skateboarders trying to stay grounded and creative in a world that never stops shifting. It’s a conversation about resilience, honesty, and the strength it takes to keep moving forward.

This episode is a reminder that even in the hardest moments, you're not alone—and you can still stand.

In this hilarious and unfiltered 20th episode of Good Times, Noodle Salad, hosts Matt and Paige cover everything from guilty pleasure TV shows to emotional furniture pickups. Matt shares why he's proudly a gas station snack guy, while Paige breaks down (literally) during the adventure of hauling home free couches. They also get into cilantro allergies, their love-hate relationship with Kings of Leon, and why they can't stop watching Teen Mom and other reality TV shows. Whether you're here for the laughs, the chaos, or the couch-lifting heroics—this episode delivers.

Big episode, big changes! After 18 episodes of shoutouts and stories, Paige—Matt’s fiancée and longtime behind-the-scenes MVP—joins Good Times, Noodle Salad as the brand-new cohost! We talk about what it’s like remodeling our new place together, how many things we’ve actually checked off our vision board, and the wild world of idioms.

We also say a bittersweet goodbye to Chris as a full-time host. He’s stepping back from the mic, but don’t worry—he’s not gone forever and may be popping in as a guest down the road.

Oh, and we settle an important cultural debate: Zack Morris from Saved by the Bell is trash. We said what we said.

New era, same nonsense. Let’s get into it.