What Are You Made Of?

Latest Episodes:

Aesthetic is Magnetic: Unlocking Inspiration and Resilience with John Tsilimparis Dec 11, 2025

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In this episode of What Are You Made Of, psychotherapist and author John Tsilimparis joins Mike "C-Roc" to explore the transformative power of adversity, aesthetics, and human resilience. Drawing from his new book, The Magic in the Tragic, John shares how personal hardship can ignite growth, inspire creativity, and help people connect with their best selves.

From uncovering the magnetic nature of “aesthetic” to learning how to coexist with pain and uncertainty, John offers practical insights for turning life’s challenges into purpose and joy. He also dives into the importance of connection in therapy, the role of faith in navigating uncertainty, and how cultivating awareness and inspiration can rewire the brain for hope and possibility.

Whether you’re seeking guidance on personal growth, emotional resilience, or finding meaning in life’s toughest moments, this conversation is a masterclass in embracing both the beauty and the struggle of the human experience.

Website- Www.johntsilimparis.com

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https://www.tiktok.com/@johntsilimpari

From Digital Nomad to Super-Connector: Chris Reynolds on Building a Global Founder Community Dec 10, 2025

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On this episode of What Are You Made Of?, host Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Chris Reynolds, high-performance strategist, super-connector, and founder of the M3 Founders Community—an exclusive network of top-tier entrepreneurs building 7- to 9-figure businesses worldwide.

Chris shares his journey from navigating the subprime mortgage industry during the 2008 financial crisis to becoming a digital nomad, traveling the world for nine years while building businesses from his laptop.

Chris opens up about launching one of the first co-living spaces for entrepreneurs, curating transformational experiences, and ultimately creating the M3 Founders Community—where founders connect, collaborate, and accelerate their growth through private events, dinners, and Titan Talks with billion-dollar entrepreneurs.

Along the way, he discusses resilience, embracing uncertainty, and the power of building relationships that are “AI-proof” in a rapidly changing world.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, aspiring digital nomad, or curious about building meaningful connections that fuel extraordinary success, this episode offers actionable insights and inspiring stories from someone who has mastered both adventure and high-level business growth.

Website-thebusinessmethod.com

https://www.instagram.com/chrisreynoldslive/

Escaping Chaos: Shane Ramer on Sobriety, Fatherhood, and Spiritual Awakening Dec 09, 2025

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Mike “C‑Roc” sits down with Shane Ramer for a raw and deeply honest conversation about addiction, chaos, identity, and the spiritual awakening that changed his life.

Shane opens up about growing up in a volatile home, discovering alcohol at 14, and using escapism as his default coping mechanism well into adulthood—until a breaking point forced him to confront the man he was becoming. He shares his journey of rebuilding his marriage, learning to communicate without substances, and becoming a father who leads with love instead of avoidance.

Together, Shane and Mike "C‑Roc" explore the seductive cycle of chaos, the dangers of numbing emotions, the difference between religion and a true relationship with God, and why sobriety is ultimately about connection—with yourself, your family, and something higher.

This episode is a compelling reminder that real transformation begins with brutal honesty, deep self-love, and the courage to choose a better path.

Website-https://www.thatsoberguy.com/

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https://www.instagram.com/thatsoberguypodcast/

https://www.youtube.com/thatsoberguypodcast

Loving Yourself Back to Life with Kristen Brown Dec 08, 2025

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In this powerful episode, Kristen Brown—international #1 best-selling author of The Recovering People Pleaser and host of Empower Hour with KB—joins Mike “C-Roc” to explore the inner transformation that turns pain into purpose.

Kristen opens up about the defining moment that brought her to her knees and launched her self-healing journey after years of lopsided relationships, people-pleasing patterns, and a life-altering breakup that left her starting over with three children. She shares how learning to love herself from the inside out reshaped her identity, rebuilt her self-worth, and ultimately changed every area of her life.

Blending lived experience, neuroscience, and universal truth, Kristen breaks down how self-abandonment begins, why so many stay in unhealthy dynamics, and how reclaiming personal power begins with radical honesty and aligned action.

This conversation is raw, deeply relatable, and filled with insights to help anyone ready to shift their inner world—and their life.Website-https://www.kristenbrown.org

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https://www.instagram.com/self_love_junkie/

https://www.youtube.com/user/KristenBrown100

Empowerography: How Brad Walsh Built a Global Platform for Women’s Voices Dec 04, 2025

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In this episode of What Are You Made Of?, host Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Brad Walsh—podcast host, producer, photographer, story doula, #1 International Best-Selling Author, and international speaker—whose mission to inspire others led to the creation of EMPOWEROGRAPHY, a Top 1.5% globally ranked podcast amplifying women’s voices.

Brad shares how his journey began behind the camera as a Boudoir photographer, where he witnessed firsthand the power of confidence, self-acceptance, and transformation. When the pandemic halted his photography business, he reignited a simple idea that quickly evolved into a movement: a platform dedicated solely to elevating stories of resilient, dynamic women from around the world.

With over 700 interviews, Brad opens up about the lessons he’s learned, the emotional transformations he’s witnessed, and why empowerment, evolution, and service fuel his work.

This conversation dives deep into purpose, courage, and the profound impact of giving women the space to be seen, heard, and celebrated.Website-https://www.empowerographypodcast.com

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https://www.instagram.com/empowerographypodcast

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradwalsh70/

https://www.youtube.com/@Empowerography

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/empowerography/id1471709447

Healing, Faith, and Fulfillment: Mason Kuhr’s Story of Redemption Dec 03, 2025

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In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Mike "C-Roc" is joined by Mason Kuhr—founder of The Stampede Network and a transformational guide helping men and women return their hearts to God.

Mason opens up about the extraordinary path that led him from chasing achievement and exploring every possible avenue of “truth,” to ultimately finding real peace and identity through a relationship with Christ. He shares how grounding his life in faith transformed not only his inner world but also the stability, clarity, and purpose behind his business.

Mason talks about building Stampede Network from a single viral moment—with just $500 left in his account—to a thriving holistic nutrition brand rooted in truth, trust, and transparency.

Together, Mason and Mike "C-Roc" explore themes of surrender vs. striving, the trap of chasing success without fulfillment, learning to receive, and redefining what true wealth really means.

This conversation is a testament to what can happen when you stop forcing life to work and start aligning with the purpose God has already written for you.

Website-masonkuhr.com

thestampedenetwork.com

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https://www.instagram.com/masonkuhr/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/masonkuhr/

https://www.youtube.com/c/MasonKuhr

From Rock Bottom to Radical Recovery: Dr. Robb Kelly on Addiction, Mindset, and Transformation Dec 02, 2025

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In this powerful episode, Mike “C‑Roc” welcomes Dr. Robb Kelly, a world‑renowned recovery expert who has dedicated his life to treating the root causes of addiction—not just the symptoms.

Dr. Kelly opens up about his extraordinary journey from a successful career in psychology and the music industry to the darkest depths of alcoholism, homelessness, and repeated near‑death experiences.

He shares the heartbreaking moments that brought him to his knees, the awakening that pushed him toward change, and the relentless research that led him to groundbreaking discoveries about the brain, addiction, and human potential.

Together, Dr. Kelly and C‑Roc dive into identity, mindset, trauma, subconscious programming, and why most people sabotage their own success long before they ever reach it.

Dr. Kelly also discusses his revolutionary approach to recovery, the science behind true transformation, and how he helps people overcome not only alcoholism but also anxiety, depression, and limiting beliefs to become the version of themselves they were always meant to be.

This is a raw, honest, and deeply insightful conversation you won’t forget.Website - https://www.robbkelly.com

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https://www.instagram.com/addiction_doctor/

https://linktr.ee/drrobbkelly

Rewriting Life After 9/11: The Artpreneur Journey of Miriam Schulman Dec 01, 2025

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In this inspiring episode of What Are You Made Of?, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with artist, author, and Artpreneur mentor Miriam Schulman, whose life took a dramatic turn after witnessing 9/11.

Leaving behind a booming hedge-fund career, Miriam embraced her lifelong creative calling and built a full-time art business that has since been featured in Forbes, The New York Times, Art Journaling, Professional Artist, and even on major TV shows like NBC’s Parenthood and Amazon’s Hunters.

She shares how a teacher’s simple encouragement in fourth grade planted the first seed of identity as an artist, how she later debunked the starving-artist myth, and why creativity paired with business skills can lead to true freedom.

Miriam opens up about the moment she decided never to return to the Wall Street culture, how 9/11 reshaped her priorities, and how that choice led her to create a thriving art career and her signature Artist Incubator program, where she teaches others how to turn their creativity into a sustainable living.

From the psychology of storytelling in art, to finding your signature voice, to building a brand rooted in meaning, this conversation is a powerful reminder that reinvention is always possible—and that owning your story is the first step to transforming your life.Website-http://SchulmanArt.com

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https://www.facebook.com/schulmanart

https://www.instagram.com/schulmanart/?hl=en

https://www.linkedin.com/in/schulmanart

The Models We Trust: A Deep Dive Into Science with Dr. Tom Cowan Nov 28, 2025

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In this eye-opening episode of What Are You Made Of?, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with the provocative and endlessly curious Dr. Tom Cowan, a physician known for challenging mainstream scientific assumptions and encouraging people to look deeper than the models they’re taught to trust.

From the earliest moments of his childhood, Dr. Cowan questioned everything — a mindset that ultimately shaped his unconventional medical career and his bold critiques of modern biology.

In this conversation, Dr. Tom and Mike "C-Roc" dive into big foundational ideas: What are we actually made of? How do we know what we think we know? Why do certain scientific “facts” go unchallenged? Dr. Cowan breaks down why observable reality, not theoretical models, should guide our understanding of the body, and he shares how this perspective has informed his views on everything from the heart’s true function to longstanding assumptions in Western medicine.

This episode pushes listeners to reconsider the basics, challenge consensus thinking, and open their minds to new ways of seeing the world.Website-drtomcowan.com

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https://www.facebook.com/DrTomCowan

https://www.instagram.com/talkinturkeywithtom_/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzxdc2o0Q_XZIPwo07XCrNg

Staying Present While Building What’s Next with Dr. Elena Pawęta Nov 27, 2025

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In this episode of What Are You Made Of?, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Dr. Elena Pawęta—leadership communication coach, university professor, founder of IDEAS+LEADERS, longtime TEDx organizer, and creator of international leadership summits.

Joining the show from Warsaw, Elena shares how her top talent of “futuristic thinking” shapes her life, work, and ambition as she helps leaders bring their ideas to the global stage. She opens up about the challenge of staying present while constantly envisioning what’s next, especially as she writes her upcoming book and continues to grow her worldwide leadership events in cities like New York, London, Dubai, and Warsaw.

Elena also reflects on her journey from St. Petersburg to Poland, her early experiences with business and government systems, and how those insights guide her mission to empower entrepreneurs and executives through impactful communication.

From organizing intimate, high-value leadership summits to building global networks rooted in genuine connection, Elena offers a thoughtful look at vision, presence, and the power of creating the future you want—intentionally and boldly.Website- elenapaweta.com

ideasleaders.com

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https://www.instagram.com/elena.paweta/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/elena-paweta