Born or Made

Adopted, misdiagnosed, and navigating life with dyslexia—Dylan Smith could have let his early challenges define him. Instead, he chose to transform them into fuel for impact. In this heartfelt episode of Born or Made, Larry Dix sits down with keynote speaker, educator, and entrepreneur Dylan Smith to unpack the power of persistence, perspective, and service. Dylan shares how his setbacks became th...

From boutique fitness to lifestyle publishing, Laura Sabia has built her career on one mission: empowering others and creating spaces where people can thrive. In this inspiring episode of Born or Made, Larry Dix sits down with Laura Sabia—entrepreneur, publisher, and community leader—to talk about how she turned her passion for wellness and connection into a thriving portfolio of businesses. Laura...

From construction sites to C-suites, Dan Sachkowsky has spent 25+ years building what lasts—companies, systems, and leaders. In this episode of Born or Made, Larry Dix talks with the founder of three multi-million-dollar companies and host of The Big D Podcast and The Intrepidus Podcast about how entrepreneurs can break bottlenecks, systemize for scale, and lead with faith and family at the center...

Sales leader, entrepreneur, and brand powerhouse Drewbie Wilson—a man who went from weighing over 300 pounds and working tech support to building a multi-million dollar consulting brand fueled by service, consistency, and bold execution. Now the founder of CallTheDamnLeads.com, Drewbie is known for his no-excuses mindset, trademark energy, and relentless dedication to helping entrepreneurs crush t...

What do martial arts, Tesla coils, and poetic fire dancing have in common? For Michael Ravenwood, they’re all expressions of one mission: to ignite human potential through movement, mindfulness, and meaning. In this electrifying episode of Born or Made, Larry Dix sits down with Michael Ravenwood—international cirque performer, empowerment coach, and founder of SkyFire Arts—to explore how a life of...

From living in poverty to leading a billion-dollar sales empire, Christy Dreiling is living proof that your past doesn’t define your future—it fuels it. In this uplifting episode of Born or Made, Larry Dix sits down with Christy Dreiling—relationship expert, bestselling author, business strategist, and founder of Enlighten Up, a transformational coaching brand helping people create lives they love...

Ben Reinberg—commercial real estate investor, fund manager, and thought leader with over three decades of experience. Ben is the founder and CEO of Alliance Consolidated Group of Companies , where he has built a $500M+ portfolio specializing in recession-resistant assets such as medical office buildings, retail, and industrial properties. With a proven 28% historical IRR and billions in closed tra...

In this inspiring episode of Born or Made, Larry Dix sits down with visionary entrepreneur, creative powerhouse, and philanthropist Dame Sydney Thackray. Known for her opulent interior and set design work, Sydney is now launching one of LA’s most exclusive new ventures: a private social club and wellness spa where charity investors, innovators, and thought leaders can connect, relax, and ignite pu...

Gonzalo Dieguez—founder of Gnapse, a plant-based wellness brand that’s blending ancient ritual with modern science to change how we nourish our minds, bodies, and communities. Originally from Argentina, Gonzalo’s journey is rooted in deep passion for nutrition, plant medicine, and conscious living. After launching Gnapse and facing the collapse of his dream during the pandemic, he made the courage...

What happens when you walk away from a lucrative law career, battle cancer without chemo, and come out the other side with a mission to serve your soul? In this powerful episode of Born or Made, Larry Dix sits down with Jeffrey Segal—former attorney turned spiritual entrepreneur and founder of Mystic Journey, one of LA’s most iconic metaphysical bookstores. Jeffrey opens up about how the “golden h...

Curtis Kitchen—a proud father of six, successful business owner, and advocate for personal transformation. Once a client at the Rescue Mission of Trenton and a graduate of the Sussex County Drug Court, Curtis has now celebrated 12 years of sobriety, proving that rock bottom can be the foundation for something extraordinary. Today, Curtis runs his own thriving business and serves as a faculty membe...

What if your image isn’t just how the world sees you—but how you step into your power? In this elegant and fiercely inspiring episode of Born or Made, Larry sits down with Celeste Moore, Global Certified Master Image Consultant, Celebrity Stylist, and Luxury Personal Branding Expert. Celeste’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and radiance—from a 22-year-old newly divorced single mom rebuil...

In this powerhouse episode of Born or Made, Larry welcomes John Mendez, AI Content Strategist, Speaker, and Host of the globally ranked podcast Walk 2 Wealth. At just 25 years old, John has delivered over 130 talks in a single year, coached 2,200+ entrepreneurs, and built a media brand that helps business owners generate a year’s worth of content in just one hour using AI. John doesn’t just talk a...

Larry sits down with Dan Flores, Fitness & Life Coach, Peak Performance Speaker, and Founder of The Warrior Lifestyle, to dive into what it truly takes to master your mind, body, and purpose. Dan’s journey is rooted in transformation—from personal struggle to building a powerful movement designed to help others cultivate unbreakable discipline, bulletproof confidence, and unstoppable momentum....

What does it take to align your voice, body, and mind—and live with unstoppable clarity? In this powerful episode of Born or Made, Larry sits down with Sifu Rafael, master instructor, entrepreneur, and founder of Speaking Prowess, to uncover how mastering your communication starts with mastering yourself. With over 50 years of experience, Sifu Rafael has taught thousands how to elevate their healt...

Larry sits down with Dr. Julie Siemers, a nationally recognized nurse educator, author, and patient safety consultant with over 40 years of experience in critical care, education, and healthcare leadership. As the founder of Lifebeat Solutions and author of Surviving Your Hospital Stay, Dr. Julie is on a mission to make healthcare safer—for both patients and providers. From the ICU to the executiv...

In this fast-paced and flavorful episode of Born or Made, Larry sits down with Ernesto “Glenn” Bocchino—tech pioneer, race car champion, and pizza entrepreneur—to talk about how a love for business, adrenaline, and food shaped one wild and inspiring journey. Glenn started in hospitality, spent a decade building his skills in the restaurant world, then took a leap into tech with Cybernation, one of...

In this energizing episode of Born or Made, Larry sits down with Rob Tracz, high-performance coach, entrepreneur, and founder of TAPS Coaching, to explore how high achievers can stop running on autopilot and start living—and leading—with purpose. Rob’s mission is clear: help professionals escape “Robot-Mode,” that burned-out, go-through-the-motions grind that kills joy and drains success. Through...

In this deeply inspiring episode of Born or Made, Larry sits down with Megan Reamer, co-founder and former CEO of Jackson’s Chips—a family-built brand that went from a home kitchen in Colorado to a national sensation after landing a $1.25 million deal on Shark Tank. But this isn’t just a story about chips—it’s a story about love, loss, purpose, and grit. What started as a mission to help her son J...

In this episode of Born or Made, we turn our focus to the world of construction, innovation, and multigenerational leadership with BJ Louws, third-generation President of Louws Truss Inc. BJ’s journey blends deep-rooted family legacy with forward-thinking leadership. After earning degrees in Economics and Business Administration from Seattle Pacific University and gaining experience in finance and...

In this mind-expanding episode of Born or Made, Larry sits down with Daniel Sears, a 17-year Air Force veteran turned brain optimization coach, energy healer, and co-founder of NeuroGenesis. Daniel’s story is a unique blend of military discipline, cutting-edge neuroscience, and ancient healing traditions—all aimed at helping people lead with clarity and resilience. With a background in Industrial-...

Larry sits down with Adam Vohra, Experiential Event Producer & Brand Storyteller, to explore the intersection of luxury, intention, and reinvention. From curating high-end experiences for brands like Lamborghini to producing heartfelt events for nonprofit foundations, Adam shares how storytelling is the soul of every successful activation. Adam’s journey spans high-end hospitality, media, entr...

Larry sits down with Dan Baird, co-founder and CEO of NADS Organic Underwear, to talk about how a passion for wellness, clean living, and entrepreneurship sparked a bold mission to change the men's underwear game. Originally from Wilton, Connecticut, Dan has always been drawn to health and fitness. With a background in sports, a degree from UConn, and hands-on experience in digital design and dire...

Larry sits down with award-winning filmmaker Virginia “Gina” Powers Hendry, a powerhouse behind some of today’s most compelling, female-driven genre films. From growing up in a creative Southern household to making waves in Hollywood with her thought-provoking horror films, Gina’s journey is all about pushing boundaries and telling stories that leave a mark. Raised in Florida and shaped by the sto...

In this episode of "Born or Made," we're diving into the life of a conservationist whose passion for wildlife has taken him from Naples, Florida, to the challenging terrains of the Gobi Desert. Join us as we explore the journey of Donovan Smith, who has spent his life working with some of the world's most dangerous animals and creating NGALA Wildlife Preserve. Episode Highlights: Naples Beginnings...