I was born and raised an Oregonian. Nowadays, I live in NYC.

I’m a sucker for: touching grass, the last five minutes of an NBA game, movies that break my little brain, obsessing over new music, and a good analogy.

I believe in trying hard, being kind, being curious, and making things I won’t cringe at later. 

Fun Fact: I earned my first nickname in middle school when my pee-wee football coach asked what I had for dinner after making a big hit. I told him, “Mom made Meatloaf.”

At the beginning of the day, I’m downing a cold brew. At the end of the day, I’m just happy to be here. 

My email is mattmaben@gmail.com