2ndLap Podcast

In this episode of 2ndLap with Robbie, Gramps does something different—he turns the mic inward. This is Part 1 of a three-part deep dive into who Robbie "Gramps" Mattson actually is, where he came from, and how his past shaped the man asking all the questions. This episode starts at the beginning: childhood. Robbie opens up about his parents—who they were, what they believed, and how the...

In this episode of 2ndLap with Robbie, Gramps welcomes Elizabeth Sullivan for a conversation about Web3, community building, authenticity, and showing up consistently in spaces that matter. Elizabeth shares her journey into Web3—inspired by Gary Vaynerchuk's vision, she wasn't early enough to catch the VeeFriends mint, but she did get a gifted VeeCon ticket from Gary V himself weeks before...

In this episode of 2ndLap with Robbie, Gramps welcomes Chris Lusey, a technology executive, for a wide-ranging conversation that kicks off with a fascinating sales insight, moves through life transitions, and explores the impact of AI on corporate America. Chris opens by highlighting something he noticed in Robbie's sales process—what he calls "The Pregnant Pause." It's a decepti...

In this episode of 2ndLap with Robbie, Gramps welcomes Dominick Adams (@livehiped on Instagram, Gentle Tornado on X) for a deep conversation about purpose, faith, family, and the decision to step back from one world to build another. Dom opens up about his shift in priorities—stepping back from VeeFriends and Web3 activity to fully focus on The Hiped Foundation, his non-profit dedicated to impacti...

In this episode of 2ndLap with Robbie, Gramps does something he's NEVER done before—he sits down! Producer Ronnie West returns, and for the first time in the show's history, Robbie records while sitting instead of walking. It's a different energy, a different vibe, and it opens up a whole new kind of conversation. Ronnie and Robbie dive into serendipity—those unexpected moments, connec...

Blaze is back! And this episode goes everywhere—from healthcare philosophy to how he met his wife in a hospital elevator, podcast tech fails, parenting without pressure, NFL lawsuit predictions, and deep dives into crypto, VeeFriends, and Slonks NFTs. In this episode of Bucket Bros, Robbie welcomes back Blaze for a wide-ranging conversation that starts with a serious question: Should doctors and n...

In this episode of 2ndLap with Robbie, Gramps welcomes back Dr. James Denito for another deep, wide-ranging conversation that jumps straight into the big questions—magnetic pole shifts, the existence of aliens, peptides and their risks, and the philosophy of living a life that actually matters. The conversation kicks off with James sharing his thoughts on the magnetic poles shifting—what's hap...

In this episode of 2ndLap with Robbie, Gramps welcomes Max Branstetter—founder and podcast producer of MaxPodcasting and host of the Wild Business Growth Podcast. Max holds a special place in the 2ndLap origin story: he was one of the first people to push Robbie into podcasting, serving as his first producer and helping launch this entire journey. Robbie starts by acknowledging Max's role in g...

In this episode of 2ndLap with Robbie, Gramps welcomes back OG (@OGtheperson on X) for another wide-ranging, deeply thoughtful conversation covering everything from burritos and leaving California to understanding your mind, medication for brain function, rapidly evolving AI, travel hacks, and groundbreaking art projects in the Web3 space. The conversation kicks off light—talking burritos, food, a...

In this episode of 2ndLap with Robbie, Gramps welcomes back returning guest Joe Sullivan for another great reconnection covering retirement life, the shift from sales stress to enjoying freedom, staying active, pickleball, investment strategies, and much more. Robbie starts by asking Joe how retirement has been treating him—and the answer reveals a lot about what happens when you finally step away...

In this episode of 2ndLap with Robbie, Gramps welcomes back Producer Ronnie West for another catch-up conversation covering health routines, the deeper purpose behind the podcast, screen time addiction, AI, and much more. Robbie kicks things off by asking Ronnie about his health journey—has he been keeping up with the cold plunges, sauna sessions, and all the experimental wellness protocols he&#39...

In this episode of 2ndLap with Robbie, Gramps welcomes back Brian for another great conversation—this time diving into entrepreneurship, the IT startup world, and how AI is fundamentally reshaping the job market in ways most people don't yet understand. Brian opens up about his new venture with his wife as they step into the IT startup landscape together. He shares the challenges and excitemen...

In this episode of 2ndLap with Robbie, Gramps welcomes back returning guest Matt Endsley for a deeply personal and wide-ranging conversation that touches on music, recovery, friendship, and the work it takes to stay positive through life's hardships. The episode kicks off with Robbie and Matt discussing their viral Grateful Dead video and diving into Deadhead culture—the community, the music,...

In this episode of 2ndLap with Robbie, Gramps continues the Friendship series with returning guest Patric Fransko for another deep dive into what real connection looks like in the modern age. Building on their first conversation about how technology has eroded the effort we put into relationships, Robbie and Patric explore new angles on friendship—what it takes to maintain genuine bonds, why vulne...

In this episode of 2ndLap with Robbie, Gramps welcomes back returning guest Gabe Peterson for a long-overdue catch-up—it's been 11 months since their last conversation, and a lot has happened since then. Robbie kicks off the episode solo, sharing updates on his new nighttime protein regimen and how it's fitting into his overall health and recovery strategy. Then Gabe joins the show, and th...

In this episode of 2ndLap with Robbie, Gramps walks with Producer Ronnie West for a behind-the-scenes look at how the podcast actually gets made—from recording to editing to posting across social media platforms. Ronnie breaks down the entire production workflow: using StreamYard to record the conversations live, OpusClip to intelligently cut up longer episodes into shareable social media clips, a...

In this episode of 2ndLap with Robbie, Gramps walks with returning guest Erik Devash of TintWiz for an exciting conversation covering major business news, new ventures, and the balance between entrepreneurship and family life. Erik shares the big announcement: TintWiz has been acquired by payment processor FullSteam. He opens up about what this acquisition means for the company, the journey that l...

In this episode of 2ndLap with Robbie, Gramps walks with Dom Rouzand (@dominic_rouzaud) for a thought-provoking conversation about stoicism, public speaking, perspective, and becoming a better communicator in all areas of life. The Dom brings a unique lens to the discussion of stoicism—not as ancient philosophy confined to dusty books, but as a practical framework for navigating modern life. They...

In this special episode of 2ndLap with Robbie, Gramps launches a new series on friendship with none other than Patric Fransko—the original founder of Eye Magnet MGT and a longtime friend. This conversation marks the beginning of an ongoing exploration into what friendship really means in the modern age. Robbie and Patric dive into how technology has fundamentally changed the way we connect—or rath...

In this episode of 2ndLap with Robbie, Gramps walks with returning guest Kado Serri-Charette for another engaging conversation covering a wide range of topics—from hobbies and collectibles to business growth and everything in between. Kado and Robbie dive into the world of VeeFriends cards, discussing the collecting culture, what makes them valuable, and why they've become such a phenomenon. T...

In this episode of 2ndLap with Robbie, Gramps walks alone in North Carolina while visiting family, starting the show with a deeply personal tribute to his grandson Hank, who passed away too soon. Hank walks with Robbie every single day and has been a driving force in his personal growth and human development. This touching opening honors a life gone too soon but never, ever forgotten. After his tr...

In this episode of 2ndLap with Robbie, Gramps walks with OG (@OGcrookedwest on X) for one of the deepest and most thought-provoking conversations the podcast has ever had. This episode explores the fascinating parallels between human biology and artificial intelligence, and how understanding ourselves as complex systems can change everything. The conversation kicks off with a mind-bending discussi...

In this episode of 2ndLap with Robbie, things look a little different. Gramps is stuck in his hotel room in Vegas during a sales convention—NOT WALKING for once! But that doesn't stop him from having a great conversation with returning guest Ronnie West. Ronnie kicks things off by asking Robbie for an update on his heart health and how his recovery and fitness journey have been progressing. It...

In this episode of 2ndLap with Robbie, Gramps walks with old friend Matt Endsley (@endzoo) for one of the most fascinating and unpredictable conversations yet. Matt's life story reads like a choose-your-own-adventure book—from painting Burger Kings to building stages for the world's biggest artists, and yes, even surviving a gunshot. Matt takes us through his journey starting as a painter...

In this episode of 2ndLap with Robbie, (Gramps) walks and talks with his daughter, Ashton Zager, for a raw and honest conversation about turning passion into profit without losing what you love about it in the first place. Ashton runs a weaving kits and packages business, and she's navigating the delicate balance between creative fulfillment and business demands. They dive into the reality of...