I met someone earlier this year who does not know how to drive or swim. "I live in New York City," she said. "I don't need to do either." She…

Students don't need a perfect teacher. They need a happy teacher who's going to make them excited to come to school and grow a love for learning. - Richard Feynman…

A children’s book has been flagged for censorship by Alabama officials – because the author’s surname is Gay. The book, Read Me a Story Stella by Marie-Louise Gay, was placed under…

My friend, Jeni Bonaldo, and I have a brand new show called "Matt and Jeni Are Unprepared" - ONE NIGHT ONLY - on FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 3, at the PLAYHOUSE ON…

I played golf last week with a guy who works in the corporate world. He’s got a degree in math and an MBA, but he also has a newborn son…

A new photo from my childhood. Few exist, so every time another is uncovered, I'm thrilled. My sister, Kelli, sent me this one. I'm on the left, if you couldn't…

Sitting amongst the parents of Charlie's Little League opponent this weekend, I listened to parents shout instructions to their children as they stood at the plate, ran the bases, and…

I told a story at a Moth StorySLAM in Boston last week. After telling my story, I made my way to the restroom. The restroom is gender-neutral. I've performed at…

Sandra Boynton became my favorite children’s author when my children were very little. Nothing made me happier than reading one of her Pookie books to my children. One of our…

It's estimated that 50% of people who buy vinyl records don't have record players. I understand that certain people find joy in collecting, but this seems a little ridiculous. But…