Podcast appearances and mentions of Matt Larson

AI Dependency Crisis + EV Infrastructure Failures: Tech Reality Check 2025When Two Infrastructure Promises Collide with RealityThe promise was simple: AI would augment human intelligence, and electric vehicles would transform transportation. The reality in 2025? Both are hitting infrastructure walls that expose uncomfortable truths about how technology actually scales.Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli didn't plan to connect these dots in their latest Random and Unscripted weekly recap, but the conversation naturally evolved from AI dependency concerns to electric vehicle infrastructure challenges—revealing how both represent the same fundamental problem: mistaking technological capability for systemic readiness."The AI is telling us what success looks like and we're measuring against that, and who knows if it's right or wrong," Sean observed, describing what's become an AI dependency crisis in cybersecurity teams. Organizations aren't just using AI as a tool; they're letting it define their decision-making frameworks without maintaining the critical thinking skills to evaluate those frameworks.Marco connected this to their recent Black Cat analysis, describing the "paradox loop"—where teams lose both the ability to take independent action and think clearly because they're constantly feeding questions to AI, creating echo chambers of circular reasoning. "We're gonna be screwed," he said with characteristic directness. "We go back to something being magic again."This isn't academic hand-wringing. Both hosts developed their expertise when understanding fundamental technology was mandatory—when you had to grasp cables, connections, and core systems to make anything work. Their concern is for teams that might never develop that foundational knowledge, mistaking AI convenience for actual competence.The electric vehicle discussion, triggered by Marco's conversation with Swedish consultant Matt Larson, revealed parallel infrastructure failures. "Upgrading to electric vehicles isn't like updating software," Sean noted, recalling his own experience renting an EV and losing an hour to charging—"That's not how you're gonna sell it."Larson's suggestion of an "Apollo Program" for EV infrastructure acknowledges what the industry often ignores: some technological transitions require massive, coordinated investment beyond individual company capabilities. The cars work; the surrounding ecosystem barely exists. Sound familiar to anyone implementing AI without considering organizational infrastructure?From his Object First webinar on backup systems, Sean extracted a deceptively simple insight: immutability matters precisely because bad actors specifically target backups to enable ransomware success. "You might think you're safe and resilient until something happens and you realize you're not."Marco's philosophical take—comparing immutable backups to never stepping in the same river twice—highlights why both cybersecurity and infrastructure transitions demand unchanging foundations even as everything else evolves rapidly.The episode's most significant development was their expanded event coverage announcement. Moving beyond traditional cybersecurity conferences to cover IBC Amsterdam (broadcasting technology since 1967), automotive security events, gaming conferences, and virtual reality gatherings represents recognition that infrastructure challenges cross every industry."That's where things really get interesting," Sean noted about broader tech events. When cybersecurity professionals only discuss security in isolation, they miss how infrastructure problems manifest across music production, autonomous vehicles, live streaming, and emerging technologies.Both AI dependency and EV infrastructure failures share the same root cause: assuming technological capability automatically translates to systemic implementation. The gap between "this works in a lab" and "this works in reality" represents the most critical challenge facing technology leaders in 2025.Their call to action extends beyond cybersecurity: if you know about events that address infrastructure challenges at the intersection of technology and society, reach out. The "usual suspects" of security conferences aren't where these broader infrastructure conversations are happening.What infrastructure gaps are you seeing between technology promises and implementation reality? Join the conversation on LinkedIn or connect through ITSP Magazine.________________Hosts links:

Psalm 13, Matt Larson

This week, we continue our series through the Torah.

In the final episode of this three-part series, host George Thomas is joined by Dr. Josh Pighetti and PSIA-AASI National Team members Matt Larson and Zoe Mavis for a deep dive into the Five Elements of Inspirational Instruction: Technical Expertise, Instructional Communication, Masterful Teaching, Professional Character, and a Student-Centered Approach. Together, they explore how inspirational instructors blend strong technical skills with empathy, creativity, and adaptability to meet students where they are. Zoe and Matt share real-world stories about modifying their delivery while staying true to themselves and how those small shifts lead to stronger student relationships and more meaningful learning moments. They also talk about building shared language, navigating tricky dynamics (like parent involvement), and helping students feel like they truly belong in the snowsports community. Whether you're a first-year instructor or a seasoned trainer, this conversation offers thoughtful insights, practical tools, and plenty of inspiration for connecting more deeply with your students — and with the sport you love. Learn more about this research and the collaboration between Pennsylvania State University and PSIA-AASI by heading to thesnowpros.org.

National Team members Matt Larson and Peter Novom join us this week for a deep dive into the benefits of trying and joining freestyle events. Freestyle is an exploration of skiing and snowboarding. Freestyle is an exploration of your own skills and a way to expand your horizons. Hear about the ins and outs of park rules, apprehensions, and excitement that can all stem from freestyle. Register for Freestyle Academy and learn more by tuning in and at thesnowpros.org.

In this conversation we had the privillage of our deer friend Matt Larson from Anthem Thousand Oaks preaching from 1st Timothy 3:14 - 4:5. 

Dan and Matt discussed their respective journeys in business and real estate, with Matt sharing his experiences of transitioning from a machine shop worker to a real estate investor and his strategies for managing businesses and generating income. They also discussed the importance of focusing on what can be controlled, not getting distracted by external factors, and the need for good leadership and positive attitude in attracting and retaining employees. Lastly, they explored strategies for overcoming personal and professional challenges, with Matt suggesting a focus on one's strengths and taking a break from problematic situations to reevaluate and refocus.

Matt Larson is the founder of Rapid Assistants and a serial real estate investor with a multi-million dollar real estate portfolio. He joins us today to share his career journey, from a machine shop to going all in on real estate and securing over 400 properties within a few years. You will hear about the value of scaling and securing, finding the opportunity in recessions through preparation, and how to build a successful long-term business. Check out the show notes for more information! If you like this episode, here are more episodes we think you'll enjoy: Ep 504: Anna Kelley - The Fed Rate Cut is a Sign of a Deeper Problem - The Era of Long-Term Investing Ep 503: Tom Berry - Private Lending Investing - Less Risk and Steady Returns Ep 500: David and Kandace Phelps - Creating the Life You Desire - The Freedom Founders Story and Purpose P.S. Whenever you're ready, here are some other ways I can help fast track you to your Freedom goal (you're closer than you think): 1. Schedule a Call with My Team: If you'd like to replace your active practice income with passive investment income within 2-3 years, and you have at least 1M in available capital (can include residential/practice equity or practice sale), then schedule a call with my team. If it looks like there is a mutual fit, you'll have the opportunity to attend one of our upcoming member events as a guest. 2. Become a Full-Cycle Investor: There are many self-proclaimed genius investors today who think everything they touch turns to gold. But they're about to learn the hard way what others have gained through “expensive” experience. I'm offering a free report on how to become a full-cycle investor, who knows how to preserve and grow capital in Up and Down markets. Will you be prepared when the inevitable recession hits? Get your free report here. 3. Get Your Free Retirement Scorecard: Benchmark your retirement and wealth-building against hundreds of other practice professionals, and get personalized feedback on your biggest opportunities and leverage points. Click here to take the 3 minute assessment and get your scorecard.

Matt Stephenson , Colton Moore and Matt Larson discuss the Top 5 Cameo Appearances in Movies. Join us for some laughs, Kevin Macheel might be there too.

Matt Stephenson, Colton Moore, Chris Gosse an Matt Larson discuss the Top 5 Spoof/Parody Movies of all time. Join us for some laughs

This week, Matt Larson continues our series through the book of Acts.

Colton Moore, Chris Gosse, Matt Stephenson and Matt Larson discuss the Top 5 Costumes/Outfits in movies. Join us for some laughs --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/packers-without-borders/message

Matt Stephenson Colton Moore Chis Gosse and Matt Larson discuss the Top 5 Songs in Movies. This is an epic list of music. Join us for some laughs --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/packers-without-borders/message

Matt Stephenson, Colton Moore, Christopher Gosse and Matt Larson discuss their Top 5 Actors in movies for a deserted island. Join us for some laughs. Send us your Top 5 picks for the next episode to Packerswithoutborders@outlook.com or find us on Twitter Packers Without Borders. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/packers-without-borders/message

Matt Stephesen, Colton Moore, Chris Gosse and Matt Larson discuss the Top 5 Iconic Comedic Scenes in movies. Join us for some laughs. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/packers-without-borders/message

Join Nick Lamagna on The A Game Podcast with his guest Matt Larson, one of the most well known virtual real estate investors in the country with a super power of finding, hiring and training virtual assistants to scale your real estate business and truly get your time back.  Matt went from a shop worker in Illinois to completing over 4000 transactions today with a value of over 85 million dollars. He has done it all from fix and flips to owning over 400 rentals and countless wholesale deals.  Looking to truly create the 4 hour work week he began creating systems and processes to run his multimillion dollar investing business utilizing overseas VA's.  He now helps investors do the same through his companies Rapid Assistants and The Deal Lab with some huge feathers in his cap of entrepreneurs he has trained including the one and only Tony Robbins! Topics for this episode include: ✅ How to recognize a real estate market opportunity  ✅ Top tasks real estate investors can have VA's do ✅ How to stop having long unnecessary business meetings ✅ Virtual Assistants or artificial intelligence for investors? ✅ How important is good English for your virtual assistant ✅ Should virtual assistants get paid bonuses + More! See the show notes to connect with all things Matt!  Connect with Matt: www.realestatematt.com www.rapidassistants.com Matt Larson on Instagram Matt Larson on Youtube Matt Larson on Facebook Matt Larson on Twitter Matt Larson on TikTok Matt Larson on LinkedIn --- Connect with Nick Lamagna www.nicknicknick.com Text Nick (516)540-5733 Connect on ALL Social Media and Podcast Platforms Here FREE Checklist on how to bring more value to your buyers