The Michael Chernow Podcast

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Raja Dhir | Understanding Microbiome Science Apr 14, 2021

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Raja Dhir is the co-founders and co-CEO of Seed, a venture backed microbiome company pioneering bacteria science. This week on Born or Made Michael and Raja discuss gut health and the implications of microbes on human health, childhood development/genetics, the common myths surrounding probiotics and more.

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Rob Cristofaro | From NYC graffiti king to Co-founder of Alife Apr 07, 2021

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This week on Born or Made, Michael chats with Alife‘s Co-Founder, Rob Cristofaro, who explains why graffiti is the rawest form of branding and how "keeping it real," with personal connections rather than trends has kept his brand relevant for 20 years.

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Justin Guilbert | From Nomad to Harmless Harvest Founder Mar 31, 2021

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On this episode of Born or Made, Michael chats withJustin Guilbert the founder & Co-Chief Executive Officer of such companies as Harmless Harvest, Good Fish, and Bravo Sierra. Justin explains the importance of the direct-to-consumer business model and the powerful teaching tool that is failure.

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Rob Dyrdek | Pt2: See Believe Do! Mar 24, 2021

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Rob Dyrdek returns for Part 2 of his Born or Made appearance where he discusses the document that helped optimize his life and answers the question of the day: Was he born, or made?

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Rob Dyrdek | Pt1: See Believe Do! Mar 17, 2021

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"Ridiculousness" host Rob Dyrdek joins Michael to reveal the secrets of the universe ... or at least how he optimized his thinking and revenue as he pivoted from TV host to a bonafide entrepreneur.

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Joy Dushey | #ENERGY Mar 10, 2021

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On this episode of Born or Made, we chat with Joy Dushey and talk about everything from breathwork to meditation and its impact on healing. Mike and Joy share their routines to stay mentally healthy. Joy walks us through a step-by-step process to start working meditation into our lives. This an episode you do not want to miss.

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Zak Williams | Out of the Shadows Mar 03, 2021

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On this episode of Born or Made, we chat with Zak Williams and cover all things mental health. Mike and Zak share their journeys around maintaining mental health. The role of habits, choices, and awareness to keep your mind healthy. Mike and Zak get real honest about their lives, this an episode you do not want to miss.

Zak also shares about his new company PYM, a mental health supplement company.

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Nick Green | The "Give a Shit Factor" Feb 24, 2021

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On this episode of Born or Made, we chat with the founder of THRIVE MARKET. Nick Green joins us to talk through what it was like to start THRIVE from his dorm room, his habits, and so much more. Nick also shares what he calls the "Give a Shit Factor", which helps him focus and continually solve problems.

Nick shares so many wonderful thoughts on this episode you do not want to miss this episode!

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Will Ahmed | You Can Only Manage What You Measure Feb 21, 2021

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In this episode, Will Ahmed shares how routine and structure add so much to your life. They give you the daily wins that create momentum. The momentum that creates opportunities. BUT, it's so important to make sure forced deviation does not set you off of the rails. You need to be okay even in the times your routine is checked.

And always remember, control the controllables.

Shoutout to Will Ahmed for an absolutely incredible convo. This dude is the real deal in all that he does, and I gained so much through this episode.

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SKY TING Founders | Align Your Passions with Your Purpose Feb 17, 2021

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On this episode of Born or Made, we chat with the founders of SKY TING. Krissy and Chloe join us to talk through what it's like to run a studio in 2020. They also share how they manage stress, approach challenges, and maintain their friendship as co-founders.

Krissy and Chloe share so many wonderful thoughts on this episode you do not want to miss this episode!

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