What Are You Made Of?

A Marine, a monk, and a money manager walk into a bar—and somehow, they’re all the same person. In this powerful and wide-ranging conversation, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Douglas Lynam to unpack one of the most unconventional life journeys you’ll ever hear. Doug shares how he went from Marine Officer Candidate School to spending twenty years as a Benedictine monk, only to later emerge into the wo...

In this powerful episode of What Are You Made Of ? Show , Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Eric Zimmer, creator and host of The One You Feed podcast, now in its 12th year with more than 50 million downloads worldwide. Eric shares his deeply personal journey from heroin addiction, homelessness, and facing prison in his twenties to building a meaningful life rooted in purpose, intention, and service. Thr...

On this episode of What Are You Made Of? , Mike "C-Roc" sits down with Mara Dorne, a self-made millionaire, best-selling author, public speaker, and award-winning BILF (“Boss I'd Like to Follow”), to uncover the journey behind her success. Mara shares how she rose from early adversity—losing her father at a young age and facing financial struggles as a newlywed—to transform the healt...

In this powerful and heart-opening episode, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Board-Certified Neurosomatic Practitioner and Identity Architect Riana Malia for a deep conversation about what it truly means to live, love, and lead in alignment with who you are now. From her “mermaid energy” roots in Maui to her transformational work with high-achieving women, Riana shares how subconscious patterns, old id...

In this powerful and wide-ranging conversation, Nate Palmer—coach, systems builder, and founder of Million Dollar Body Labs—joins Mike “C-Roc” to unpack what it really takes to build a body, a mindset, and a life that performs under real-world pressure. With over 15 years of experience helping high-responsibility individuals get leaner, stronger, and more energized, Nate challenges the idea that h...

In this powerful episode of What Are You Made Of ? , Mike “C-Roc” sits down with psychotherapist, coach, speaker, and writer Jennifer “Jenn” Pinkerton for a deeply personal and thought-provoking conversation about connection, trauma, and the stories we tell ourselves. Jenn opens up about the early loss of her father and how that pivotal moment shaped her identity, relationships, and her journey fr...

In this episode of What Are You Made Of? , Mike “C-Roc” sits down with former college basketball player, coach, broadcaster, and novelist Peter Young for a powerful conversation on the lifelong lessons learned through the game of basketball. From growing up as a self-described gym rat in New Jersey to playing Division I ball at George Washington University, Peter shares how discipline, faith, and...

In this powerful and honest episode of What Are You Made Of? , Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Dr. Toby Brooks, a performance scientist, professor at Baylor, and host of the Becoming UnDone podcast, to explore what it truly means to rise when life, work, and identity start to fall apart. Toby shares his roots in rural Illinois, the grit and work ethic passed down from his coal miner father, and the fo...

In this powerful and heartfelt episode, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Ashley Gonor, host of the Uncover Your Magic Podcast and a mindset coach for teens and parents, to explore what it truly means to live with intention, intuition, and purpose. Ashley shares her personal journey of raising two daughters through the lens of energy, gratitude, and “mind over matter,” revealing how years of personal de...

In this powerful episode of What Are You Made Of?, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Pernilla Soee, founder of the Dream Life Society and host of the Challenge Your Norm podcast, for a deep dive into what it truly takes to build a life, body, and mindset you’re proud of. Pernilla shares her inspiring journey from growing up in Denmark with big dreams that didn’t fit the “normal” path, to moving to Los A...

In this episode of What Are You Made Of? , Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Benjamin Hardy, co-host of the Terrain Theory Podcast, for a wide-ranging and deeply reflective conversation on curiosity, health, mindset, and personal agency. Benjamin shares how a simple “what if?” led him down a path of questioning conventional beliefs about wellness, ultimately inspiring him to help build a platform center...

In this episode of What Are Made Of?, Mike "C-Roc" sits down with bestselling author, leadership advisor, keynote speaker, and “courage catalyst” Dr. Margie Warrell to explore what it truly takes to lead with bravery and purpose. Margie shares her journey from navigating personal and professional challenges in Papua New Guinea to becoming a globally recognized expert on human behavior an...

In this powerful and deeply reflective episode of What Are You Made Of? , Mike “C-Roc” reconnects with Magnetic Midlife Mentor Rebecca Whitman for a soulful conversation that weaves together identity, purpose, boundaries, and abundance. From their unexpected reunion years after meeting on Clubhouse to a heartfelt exploration of what it truly means to be “made of love, determination, and seeking,”...

In this powerful and deeply soulful episode of What Are You Made Of? , Mike “C-Roc” sits down with renowned teacher, top podcaster, and bestselling author Cathy Heller for a wide-ranging conversation on purpose, identity, and living from alignment rather than outcomes. Cathy shares her extraordinary journey—from a childhood marked by challenge, to years studying spirituality and religion, to time...

Singer-songwriter, producer, pianist, and podcast host Tony Mantor joins Mike “C-Roc” on What Are You Made Of? for a powerful conversation about passion, perseverance, and navigating the realities of the music industry. From growing up in a small mill town in Maine to studying at Berklee College of Music and eventually finding his way to Nashville’s Music Row, Tony shares the unlikely path that sh...

In this powerful episode of What Are You Made Of? , Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Coach Chuck Barnard to explore the deep roots of resilience, mindset, and human connection. With more than three decades of experience as an educator, mentor, and coach—and over 50 years as a lifelong athlete—Chuck shares how relationship-building, emotional intelligence, and intentional modeling shape lasting growth....

In this episode, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Chris Christensen, creator of AmateurTraveler.com , Podcasting Hall of Fame inductee, and one of the true pioneers of modern podcasting. With more than 20 years behind the mic, Chris shares how curiosity has been the defining force of his life—from his early career in high tech and web development at companies like HP, IBM, and TripAdvisor, to launching...

In this powerful and soul-stirring episode, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Emily Schromm — Meathead Hippie entrepreneur, MTV Challenge champion, and creative force devoted to helping people activate their fullest potential. From growing up in Missouri and leaving behind a restrictive religious upbringing to becoming a reality TV standout and gracing the cover of Women’s Health Magazine , Emily shares...

In this deeply moving and expansive episode of What Are You Made Of? , Mike “C-Roc” sits down with award-winning podcast host, manifestation master, and spiritual life coach Michelle J. Lamont for a raw conversation about resilience, healing, and personal sovereignty. Michelle shares her extraordinary life journey—from surviving abandonment, years in an orphanage, abuse, addiction, and a failed su...

In this episode of What Are You Made Of? , Mike “C-Roc” sits down with ultimate connector and community builder Hannah Schwartz, founder of Connected — by Start with Hannah. Hannah shares her powerful journey from being bullied and feeling out of place in school to standing confidently on stages with major brands and building a platform that brings entrepreneurs, creatives, and industry leaders to...

In this episode of What Are You Made Of? , Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Jenna Jozefowski for an honest, nuanced, and refreshing conversation about strength, health, and rewriting the rules of fitness. Jenna—an NASM-certified personal trainer, kettlebell coach, trauma-informed weightlifting coach, yoga and dance teacher, and former professional dancer—shares how years in the movement and wellness in...

In this episode of What Are You Made Of? , Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Lance Cayko, co-founder of F9 Productions Inc., educator, and serial entrepreneur, for a deeply grounded conversation on purpose, faith, and building a life rooted in intention. Lance shares his powerful philosophy of being a “positive reactionary,” unpacking the law of polarity and how adversity has consistently shaped his gre...

In this powerful and deeply human conversation, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Marta Spirk to explore what it truly means to step into your voice, your identity, and your purpose. Marta shares her journey from growing up in church in Brazil as a pastor’s kid to becoming a professional singer, speaker, entrepreneur, and speaking coach in the U.S., opening up about ambition, rebellion, faith, motherhoo...

In this episode of What Are You Made Of , Mike "C-Roc" sits down with Dr. Patrick Cohn, founder of Peak Performance Sports and a leading expert in sports psychology. With a Master’s degree from California State University, Fullerton under Dr. Ken Ravizza and a Ph. D. from the University of Virginia with Dr. Bob Rotella, Patrick has spent decades mentoring athletes, day traders, and entre...

In this episode of What Are You Made Of , Mike "C-Roc" sits down with Kelly Foss, producer and host of Millennial Minimalists , to explore how letting go of excess can unlock clarity, freedom, and a more intentional life. Kelly shares her journey from international modeling and the corporate world to building a podcast she’s led for seven years, helping listeners simplify not just their...