THE MAKING OF ME

What if everything we thought we knew about communication, intelligence, and Down syndrome was only part of the story? In this powerful episode of The Making of Me Podcast , Darcy Day , educator, communication specialist, and founder of Spellerzona , shares her deeply personal journey as a mother who discovered a new way of understanding her son through letterboard and spelling-based communication...

What if the way you think about money wasn't your fault—but it is your responsibility to change it? In this thought-provoking episode of The Making of Me Podcast , Matt Morizio , wealth advisor, entrepreneur, and father of eight, shares how he transformed his relationship with money from one rooted in fear and scarcity to one built on abundance, freedom, and intentional living. Matt explains h...

What does it take to launch a thriving digital marketing agency in your early twenties — during a global pandemic — with zero institutional support? In this inspiring episode of The Making of Me Podcast , Madison Whitcher — founder and CEO of MDZN Studio — shares her remarkable journey from graduating college during COVID-19 to building a thriving agency that helps overwhelmed business owners grow...

You don't have to be the loudest voice in the room to be the most powerful one. In this empowering episode of The Making of Me Podcast , Ulrike Seminati — global coach and former C-level executive — shares practical, hard-earned insights on how introverted professionals can thrive in high-stakes corporate environments while staying completely true to who they are. 🎯 In this episode, you'l...

What if most of your behaviors are running on autopilot — and you didn't even know it? In this fascinating episode of The Making of Me Podcast , neophilosopher and researcher Alan Bodnar — drawing from over 500 books on neuroscience, AI, and mindfulness — breaks down his powerful "Self-Driving Mind" framework and reveals how you can take back control of your habits, behaviors, and ul...

What if a simple five-letter acronym could completely transform how you live, lead, and leave your mark on the world? In this deeply purposeful episode of The Making of Me Podcast , Terrence Rotering — military veteran and author of the epic Chronicles of Trinian series — shares how the SMILE framework shaped his military career, his creative journey through a 5,000-page book series , and his appr...

What if one heartfelt promise could completely change the direction of your life? In this powerful episode of The Making of Me Podcast , Matthew Cossolotto , also known as The Empowerment Pro , shares the deeply personal story of a life-changing promise he made to his dying mother—and how that single moment became the foundation for his entire career, purpose, and philosophy on success. From speec...

What happens when leadership is no longer just a business concept—but something shaped by survival, pressure, and real-life consequences? In this powerful episode of The Making of Me Podcast , Matthew Jacques , CEO of Neptune Holding Group , shares how his journey through high-stakes leadership and near-life challenges reshaped everything he believed about success, responsibility, and people. As a...

Have you ever felt like your ideas are strong—but somehow your voice doesn’t land the way you intend it to? In this powerful episode of The Making of Me Podcast , communication and leadership coach Jay Poulton , founder of The Accent Coach , unpacks the concept of the “authority gap” —the invisible space between what you’re capable of and how others actually perceive your presence, clarity, and in...

Why do so many addiction recovery approaches focus only on stopping the behavior—yet still struggle to create lasting change? In this powerful episode of The Making of Me Podcast , Craig Perra , founder of the Mindful Habit System , shares his deeply personal journey from rock bottom to becoming a global coach helping people rebuild their lives beyond addiction. Drawing from both lived experience...

Did you know that the way children eat, chew, and breathe can influence their facial development and dental health for a lifetime? In this eye-opening episode of The Making of Me Podcast , Dr. Amanda Wilson , orthodontist and founder of Straight Smile Solutions , shares fascinating insights into how childhood habits shape jaw development, airway health, facial structure, and the growing need for o...

Why do surgeons, CEOs, engineers, and highly skilled professionals still freeze when it's time to speak English in meetings, interviews, or presentations? In this insightful episode of The Making of Me Podcast , David De' Ath , founder of English Speaking Gym and creator of The Fluency Code , explains why knowing English isn't the same as speaking it confidently under pressure. Drawing...

What if the key to emotional healing has been hidden in something you use every day—your voice? In this fascinating episode of The Making of Me Podcast , Deepak Chari shares how Advanced Voice Biofeedback is helping people uncover and release deep subconscious emotional patterns that often drive anxiety, stress, and long-term limiting beliefs. By analyzing the subtle frequencies in the voice, this...

How does childhood trauma shape the adults we become—and the society we live in? In this deeply insightful conversation, renowned psychotherapist and author Phyllis Levitt draws from over three decades of clinical experience to reveal how the emotional wounds of childhood continue to show up in our relationships, behaviors, and even our collective systems as a nation. She explores the powerful con...

What if leadership wasn’t just about performance and results—but about joy, connection, and human flourishing ? In this powerful episode of The Making of Me Podcast , Dr. Katie McIntyre , founder of the Joyful Leadership Academy , shares her journey from school principal to researcher and leadership thought leader, pioneering a new way of thinking about how leaders shape workplace culture. Through...

Why do high-performing leaders often achieve success outwardly but still feel misaligned internally? In this insightful episode of The Making of Me Podcast , Nami Prakash shares her personal journey from high-pressure executive environments to discovering a transformative leadership framework: the Mind Quotient (MQ) . MQ goes beyond IQ and EQ—it focuses on inner alignment, self-awareness, and sust...

What does it mean when a life is interrupted by the unseen—and completely redirected by destiny? In this powerful episode of The Making of Me Podcast , Prophet Afolabi Aduroja shares his extraordinary journey growing up in Nigeria, experiencing unexplainable visions as a child, surviving a near-death spiritual attack, and ultimately discovering a divine calling that transformed his life and has im...

What happens when decades-old family letters inspire a powerful story that bridges history, faith, and human emotion? In this deeply reflective episode of The Making of Me Podcast , Ruth E. Stitt shares how her journey as an author, counselor, and theologian led her into the world of historical fiction centered on Holocaust-era stories . Through personal family discoveries and extensive historical...

What if the challenges that made school harder for you were actually preparing you to build something bigger than yourself? In this inspiring episode of The Making of Me Podcast , Max Ellenberg shares how navigating ADHD and dyslexia shaped his journey from struggling with traditional learning systems to becoming a nationally ranked track athlete and the founder of Athlosphere —a fitness and recov...

What does it take to go from surviving life on the streets to shaping the future of artificial intelligence? In this powerful episode of The Making of Me Podcast , Guy Morris shares his extraordinary journey—from escaping an abusive home at just 13 years old and experiencing homelessness, to becoming a Fortune 500 technology executive, AI pioneer, award-winning author, and songwriter for Disney Re...

Did you know that what happens in your mouth doesn’t stay in your mouth? In this eye-opening episode of The Making of Me Podcast , Dr. Chuck Reinertsen reveals the powerful and often overlooked connection between dental health and overall body health —especially how gum infections may contribute to serious conditions like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and even Alzheimer’s disease . You’ll disc...

What does it take to survive the unimaginable—and still rebuild your life with purpose, faith, and strength? In this powerful episode, Rachelle Conley shares her deeply personal journey through childhood abandonment, abuse, addiction, and a traumatic experience of being held hostage at gunpoint for seven hours. Her story is one of survival, resilience, and transformation against overwhelming odds....

What happens when life forces you to face not just one, but two cancer diagnoses in a single family? In this powerful and deeply honest episode of The Making of Me Podcast , Jonathan Brandt shares how both he and his wife Christy were diagnosed with cancer just a year apart—and how that experience completely reshaped their understanding of life, health, and meaning. From shock and uncertainty to h...

What if the smallest action you take today could become the beginning of your entire recovery journey? In this powerful episode of The Making of Me , Jack Nolan shares his deeply personal story of recovery after experiencing severe mental health challenges, including bipolar disorder and psychosis. In a moment that seemed ordinary—buying a chocolate bar from a local shop—he found the first spark o...

Curious about what kind of leader you really are—and how your natural style shapes the way you lead, communicate, and influence others? In this insightful episode of Aro Benaiah , Dr. Cynthia Rapaido introduces her unique Fruit Leadership Style Framework , a practical and engaging model that helps leaders understand their strengths through four leadership “fruits”: apple, pineapple, grape, and ora...