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Throttlecast: Episode 21

Dave and Grant visit Emran Alborno and Dak at their shop in Atlanta for a detailed tour of their high-end automotive customization facility. The visit showcases a showroom filled with premium audio brands like Focal, JL Audio, and Alpine, as well as their advanced Helix digital signal processing technology used for live-tuning sound. The tour highlights the shop's extensive fabrication capabilities, including a custom wood shop with CNC machines and a full metal fabrication area. Key projects featured include a custom-built two-door Ford Bronco with specialized audio and interior work, and a sophisticated, virtually undetectable Escort Redline CI radar and laser system integrated into a vehicle using 3D-printed parts. Beyond audio and radar, the shop handles exotic car maintenance like Ferrari sticky button replacements and performance upgrades such as Soul Performance exhaust systems, all within a fully air-conditioned and professional environment.

Throttlecast: Episode 20

In this episode of Throttlecast, hosts Dave Codrea and Grant Brewer interview Marat Pashkevich, an automotive industry veteran who overcame a 1% chance of recovery following a 2009 diving accident. After a grueling recovery involving unconventional protocols developed by his neurologist father, Pashkevich returned to his passion for cars, eventually driving a manual 997 Porsche.  His career highlights include building drift cars, importing JDM vehicles, and working with elite brands like Mercedes-AMG and Porsche before joining Anaphora, a brand engagement platform. The discussion centers on the intersection of automotive culture and technology, concluding with Pashkevich’s message of gratitude for every second of life.

Throttlecast: Episode 19

In this episode of Throttlecast, hosts Dave Codrea and Grant Brewer interview guest Ryan Hardwick, who shares his journey from a childhood immersed in Tennessee's motorcycle culture to becoming a successful business owner and professional racing champion. Hardwick recounts how he and his lifelong friend, Justin, opened their first motorcycle dealership at age 20 after presenting a business plan Hardwick originally wrote for a college entrepreneurship class. This initial venture eventually grew into Mountain Motorsports, a major multi-line dealership with over a dozen locations across Tennessee and Georgia.  Beyond business, Hardwick details his transition into professional endurance racing, eventually achieving the prestigious Triple Crown of sports car racing by winning the 12 Hours of Sebring, the Rolex 24 at Daytona, and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Throughout the conversation, Hardwick emphasizes the importance of following one's passion, maintaining a goal-oriented mindset, and the dedication required to succeed at the highest levels of both business and motorsport.

Throttlecast: Episode 18

In this episode of Throttlecast, Dave Codrea and Grant Brewer host Atlanta real estate advisor and Porsche enthusiast Matt Lamarsh. Lamarsh discusses his transition from a diverse corporate background—including executive recruiting, boat sales, and facility supplies—to becoming a successful residential advisor with Engel & Völkers. He attributes much of his real estate success to a global referral network and a business philosophy centered on collaboration and long-term advisory relationships. The conversation also highlights Lamarsh’s deep involvement in Atlanta’s car culture, particularly his role as the founder of the Atlanta Porsche Enthusiasts community. He shares details about his modified 2007 911 Turbo and emphasizes how cars serve as a common denominator for building professional and personal connections. Ultimately, Lamarsh reflects on the importance of legacy, explaining that his participation in digital media is driven by a desire to share his values and experiences with future generations.

Throttlecast: Episode 17

In this episode of Throttlecast, hosts Dave Codrea and Grant Brewer sit down with entrepreneur and automotive enthusiast Matt Kossoff to talk about his journey from retrofitting xenon headlights in his parents’ basement to building and selling the renowned automotive lighting brand Morimoto. Matt shares how his passion for cars led him to create The Retrofit Source, grow it into a multimillion-dollar business, and eventually launch new ventures like Founders Parts and the luxury coffee machine brand Molten Coffee Co. Along the way, the conversation dives into Porsche restorations, Ferrari collections, entrepreneurship, product design, and the importance of turning hobbies into meaningful businesses. #ThrottleCast #MattKossoff #DaveCodrea #GrantBrewer #CarCulture #AutomotivePodcast #CarEnthusiast #Morimoto #TheRetrofitSource #Porsche993 #PorscheTurbo #Ferrari355 #CarsAndCoffee #Entrepreneurship #FounderStory #LuxuryCars #AutomotiveLifestyle #CarCommunity #CoffeeCulture #MoltenCoffeeCo #CarGuys #ExoticCars #GarageLife #AutomotiveIndustry #PerformanceCars #PorscheLife #FerrariLife #CarPodcast #BusinessJourney #carcollectors  @mattkossoff5841 [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCLoTILL-wvYLLN4dFp_a2lw]