What Are You Made Of?

What if the secret to living a healthier, longer life isn't found in the latest health trend, but in making one intentional change at a time? In this episode of What Are You Made Of? , Mike C-Roc sits down with John Jesse—lifetime educator, award-winning journalist, author of The Health Continuum , and host of The Health Continuum Podcast . After losing his father to colon cancer at a young age, J...

Frank Stronach joins Mike C-Roc for a wide-ranging conversation on entrepreneurship, leadership, economic fairness, and the future of business. From arriving in Canada with just $200 in his pocket to building a global manufacturing empire employing over 180,000 people, Frank reflects on the mindset, decisions, and values that fueled his remarkable journey. Rather than focusing solely on financial...

Leigh Martinuzzi joins the show for a thoughtful conversation about resilience, purpose, and what it truly means to create a meaningful life. Known as "The Hidden Why Guy," Leigh shares how personal loss, including the passing of his father and the challenges that followed, reshaped his definition of success and inspired him to prioritize balance, values, and fulfillment over relentless...

In this episode of What Are You Made Of? , Tracy Duhs joins Mike "C-Roc" to challenge everything you thought you knew about hydration, wellness, and optimizing your health. A wellness educator, hydration expert, and host of the acclaimed HYDRATE Podcast , Tracy shares how a lifetime of health struggles—from growing up surrounded by pesticides to a life-threatening pregnancy caused by an...

In this powerful episode of What Are You Made Of?, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Wade T. Lightheart, Certified Sports Nutritionist, three-time National Natural Bodybuilding Champion, and co-founder of BIOptimizers. Wade shares his remarkable journey from growing up in rural Canada and losing his sister to cancer, to becoming one of the most respected voices in health optimization, performance, and h...

On this episode of What Are You Made Of? , Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Dr. Nicole Rakowski, a PhD-trained health expert, IFBB Professional Athlete, internationally recognized speaker, and science-driven leader in the world of fitness, longevity, hormones, body composition, and human optimization. Dr. Nicole shares the mindset, discipline, and resilience that have fueled her journey from the daught...

In this inspiring episode, Mike C-Roc sits down with multi-hyphenate entrepreneur and creative visionary Ianthe Mauro—actress, writer, teacher, candle designer, product curator, podcast co-host, and founder of Gan Aden Farms tallow skincare. As the Founder and CEO of Objects with Purpose, an eco-luxury candle brand featured in the Oscar Swag Bag, The Today Show, HGTV Frontdoor, USA Today, The New...

Jonathan Berryhill joins Mike “C-Roc” for a powerful conversation about resilience, faith, leadership, and building a meaningful legacy. Jonathan opens up about his difficult childhood, growing up amid family struggles, instability, and adversity, and how those experiences ultimately shaped the man he is today. Rather than allowing his past to define his future, he chose to transform hardship into...

Lea Llovio joins Mike “C-Roc” for a powerful conversation on conscious wellness, energy, and what it truly means to optimize your life from the inside out. As a Conscious Wellness™ Thought Leader, keynote speaker, and trusted advisor to visionary leaders, doctors, and influential changemakers, Lea shares her journey from a spiritually intuitive child growing up in Los Angeles to becoming the “Doc...

Michael Cragholm’s life is a masterclass in resilience, reinvention, and relentless innovation. A retired U.S. Marine with four combat deployments, a jiu-jitsu black belt, and a successful entrepreneur, Michael shares his incredible journey from overcoming personal struggles and surviving the realities of war to building groundbreaking businesses in the martial arts industry. In this episode, he d...

What happens when an injured athlete refuses to accept the limitations of traditional healthcare? In this episode, Mike Stella shares the journey that took him from a career-altering sports injury and years of frustration to building The Movement Underground, a 7-figure performance therapy facility that has redefined what rehab and recovery can look like. Drawing on over two decades in sports medi...

In this powerful episode of What Are You Made Of?, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Bob Gardner, father of six, martial artist, entrepreneur, and self-described “God nerd,” for a deeply honest conversation about addiction, identity, healing, and personal transformation. Bob shares his remarkable journey from battling a decades-long pornography addiction, crippling self-doubt, depression, and suicidalit...

In this thought-provoking episode of the What Are You Made Of? Show, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Sean McCormick, Hero’s Journey Coach, biohacking podcaster, consciousness explorer, health entrepreneur, and devoted family man. Sean shares his unconventional path from the corporate world to a life dedicated to personal growth, wellness, and helping high-performing men find greater purpose and alignm...

In this powerful episode of What Are You Made Of?, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Alyssa DelTorre, Business Strategist, AI Systems Architect, COO of StrataLogic, CEO of the Black Flag Innocence Foundation, and former Ms. United States. Alyssa shares an extraordinary story of resilience, survival, and transformation, revealing how she overcame years of childhood abuse, trauma, violence, and life-threa...

In this thought-provoking episode of the What Are You Made Of? Show, host Mike "C-Roc" sits down with Lawrence Ellyard for a deep conversation on consciousness, wellness, intuition, and the evolving landscape of human connection. Lawrence, founder of IICT, entrepreneur, co-producer of The New Woo documentary, and author of nine books, shares his perspective on living with openness, prese...

In this powerful episode of the What Are You Made Of? show, host Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Dr. Jill Carnahan, a board-certified family physician and integrative medicine expert, to explore the deep connection between physical health, emotional healing, and human connection. Known for her work in functional and holistic medicine, Dr. Jill brings both clinical expertise and lived experience as a s...

Matthew Williams joins Mike “C-Roc” for a raw and inspiring conversation about addiction, identity, resilience, and rebuilding a life with purpose. As the founder of FroPro Snack Bars, a fitness trainer, performance coach, and breathwork expert, Matthew shares the powerful story behind his journey from rock bottom to entrepreneurship and impact. In this episode, Matthew opens up about battling add...

In this powerful episode of the What Are You Made Of? show, host Mike C-Roc sits down with world-class success coach, speaker, and #1 international best-selling author Kurek Ashley for a deeply personal and inspiring conversation about resilience, mindset, and overcoming life’s toughest challenges. Kurek opens up about the recent loss of his youngest brother and shares how his “Four Ps of Power” —...

Veteran comedian, actor, writer, and podcast host Marina Franklin joins Mike “C-Roc” on the show for a raw and insightful conversation about resilience, authenticity, comedy, and personal growth. Marina opens up about how her breast cancer diagnosis transformed her outlook on life, relationships, and even her comedy, sharing how protecting her peace and surrounding herself with positivity became e...

Former NFL defensive end Cassius Marsh Sr. joins Mike “C-Roc” to share the mindset shift from professional sports to entrepreneurship, and how the same discipline that fueled his football career now drives his success in the collectibles world. From growing up with football in his bloodline to playing at UCLA and getting drafted by the Seattle Seahawks, Cassius opens up about the relentless focus,...

Teresa Reile joins the What Are You Made Of? show for a powerful conversation about grit, innovation, leadership, and creating impact at scale. As the CEO and founder of Patriox, a company focused on revolutionary oxygen delivery and wellness technology, Teresa shares how her mission today is rooted in decades of entrepreneurial success and humanitarian work. From building and scaling businesses t...

Ryan Hawk joins Mike “C-Roc” for a powerful conversation about leadership, growth, risk-taking, and the pursuit of meaningful work. As the host of The Learning Leader Show and author of Welcome to Management, The Pursuit of Excellence, The Score That Matters, and The Price of Becoming, Ryan shares how interviewing nearly 700 world-class performers transformed his life and leadership philosophy. Fr...

In this powerful conversation, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Jarrod Barakett for an eye-opening discussion on resilience, reinvention, and the intersection of technology, healing, and human potential. Jarrod shares the deeply personal journey that shaped him—from devastating personal losses, divorce, business betrayal, and health challenges to rebuilding himself with grit, determination, and a radic...

In this deeply moving episode, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with entrepreneur, speaker, and transformational leader Israel David Duran for a raw conversation about brokenness, suffering, identity, and the hidden price behind true impact. Israel opens up about losing his father to a tragic heart attack when he was only two months old, growing up with a void that led him to seek validation in all the wron...

In this deeply personal and thought-provoking episode, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with renowned psychotherapist, bestselling author, and Deeper Dating creator Ken Page for a conversation that goes far beyond relationships. Ken opens up about the formative experiences that shaped him—from being raised by Holocaust survivors, to navigating shame, sensitivity, spirituality, and identity as a gay man in a...