August Media Co. is an IP-first studio bringing the ancient world to life through cinematic storytelling and cutting-edge technology. We draw on history, Christian belief, and beauty to create bold, original media that inspires. Across film, podcasts, and immersive experiences, we build premium worlds with scale, edge, and ambition—treating the past as something real, immediate, and worth experiencing now.
With creative hubs in Austin, Texas and San Diego, California, August Media brings together filmmakers, historians, artists, and technologists to produce high-end media built for today's audiences and tomorrow's platforms.
CEO, Founder
Matthew D. C. Larsen is Founder and CEO of August Media, where he develops original stories that blend historical depth, visual ambition, and cultural insight. A historian and filmmaker, Matthew studied and taught at Yale, taught at Princeton, and is currently a full professor at the University of Copenhagen, honing the ability to turn complex history into stories that resonate with modern audiences.
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CFO, Partner
Bryce brings over 20 years of experience in wealth management and consulting to his role as Chief Financial Officer of August Media Company. He builds the operational and financial backbone that allows ambitious, long-form storytelling to move from vision to reality-on time, on budget, and without compromise.
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EP
Ryan Bethea is a producer, writer, and marketing strategist with a sharp instinct for audience and story. A #1 charting podcast host with over 45 million downloads, he created The Exorcist Files and Heaven Meets Earth, shows known for immersive storytelling and spiritual depth.
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Chief of Staff, Head of Brand
Lauren Larsen is Chief of Staff at August Media, where she helps guide the company's creative vision from concept to execution. She oversees operations, project development, and cross-team coordination, ensuring each film, podcast, and immersive project is produced with precision and cinematic clarity.
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