Caddie Conversations
Caddie Conversations
Podcast Description
Welcome to Caddie Conversations, where golf meets greatness! Hosted by former Division 1 golfer Vanessa Laris Campos, this podcast takes you beyond the fairways and greens to uncover the stories of success, grit, and purpose from leaders, innovators, and game-changers.
Through authentic, on-course conversations, Vanessa blends her experience as a golfer and entrepreneur to explore what drives people to achieve excellence, how they define success, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way. Whether we’re helping someone fine-tune their swing or carrying their clubs, every episode dives deep into the heart of what makes champions on and off the course.
Tune in for inspiring insights, practical wisdom, and, of course, a few golf tips. Let’s walk the course together and discover what success really looks like!
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast explores themes such as personal development, resilience, and the pursuit of success, with episodes featuring guests like professional drummer Mike Gonzales discussing hard work and mindset, and personal trainer Matt Lupi sharing insights on daily discipline and mental performance. Each episode provides practical advice and inspirational stories that resonate with listeners looking for motivation.
Welcome to Caddie Conversations, where golf meets greatness! Hosted by former Division 1 golfer Vanessa Laris Campos, this podcast takes you beyond the fairways and greens to uncover the stories of success, grit, and purpose from leaders, innovators, and game-changers.
Through authentic, on-course conversations, Vanessa blends her experience as a golfer and entrepreneur to explore what drives people to achieve excellence, how they define success, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way. Whether we’re helping someone fine-tune their swing or carrying their clubs, every episode dives deep into the heart of what makes champions on and off the course.
Tune in for inspiring insights, practical wisdom, and, of course, a few golf tips. Let’s walk the course together and discover what success really looks like!
In this episode of Caddie Conversations, Vanessa Campos hits the fairway with Matt Choi — endurance athlete, entrepreneur, and content creator — for a raw and real conversation on the golf course. From his early days in corporate life to becoming a full-time media company, Matt shares how he’s turned passion into purpose without compromising his values. They talk humility, creativity, faith, building a team, and how movement fuels inspiration. Oh, and there are a few questionable swings and bunker battles along the way.
Whether you’re a content creator, a runner, or someone chasing meaningful success — this one’s for you.
Key Takeaways:
- Purpose > Platform: Matt sees himself as a media company first — not just a content creator. Intentional storytelling is his game.
- Run, Sauna, Shower, Repeat: Movement and solitude are Matt’s secret weapons for unlocking creative flow.
- Don’t Chase Metrics: Success isn’t about followers — it’s about walking in purpose and doing what you love daily.
- Everyone Can Try, Few Go Deep: There’s room for everyone in content creation, but mastering your lane takes time and grit.
- Be a Student for Life: Matt’s goal for the “18th hole” of life? To still be learning — from everyone and everything.
- Faith & Perspective: Gratitude and spiritual grounding keep him joyful and steady in the highs and lows.
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