Podcast Summary: What Are You Made Of?
Episode: Frequency, Fame, and the Other Side with Medium Inspiration Allison DuBois
Host: Mike “C-Roc” Ciorrocco
Guest: Allison DuBois
Release Date: December 16, 2025
Episode Overview
In this insightful episode, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Allison DuBois—the renowned medium whose life inspired the hit TV show Medium. They delve into Allison’s journey as a medium, her early experiences with the supernatural, navigating fame, personal and professional evolution, and the overlap of science and spirituality. Listeners are treated to candid conversations on dealing with skepticism, the challenges and opportunities of notoriety, and thoughtful discussions on energy, frequency, justice, and the possible intersections between physics and mediumship.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
Allison’s Origin Story as a Medium
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First Experience (01:07)
- At six years old, Allison saw her deceased great-grandfather after his funeral, who delivered a reassuring message for her mother.
- When she shared this with her mother, it was dismissed, causing her to stop sharing such experiences for a while.
- “I looked at the foot of my bed, and he was standing there... He said, ‘Tell your mom I’m not in pain anymore, and I’m still with her.’” — Allison (01:18)
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Validation and Childhood Psychic Abilities (02:46)
- Allison believes most children are innately psychic, but societal and familial invalidation often shuts down these abilities.
- “I think most children have the ability... You start to edit yourself as you get into peer groups in school.” — Allison (02:47)
Family Acceptance and Predictions
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Evolving Family Perception (03:43)
- After gaining fame, her family claimed they always recognized her abilities, though initially they had dismissed or ignored them.
- Shared a story of predicting her father’s death at a precise age, despite doctors clearing him medically—this became a turning point in her understanding of her abilities.
- “When you become famous for something, all of a sudden they… they knew it… they saw it.” — Allison (03:45)
- “I heard, ‘At the age of 28, your dad’s going to die of a massive heart attack at 67.’” — Allison (04:02)
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Can Fate Be Changed? (05:19)
- Allison attempted to prevent her father's fate, but realized some events are “set in stone.”
- “I thought I was intervening for people, but what I learned was those are the people that I was allowed to be used as an instrument to help.” — Allison (05:38)
Navigating Haters, Fame, and “Frequency”
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The Hater Cycle & Shedding Relationships (06:26)
- Mike shares his experiences of skepticism and hate when launching his podcast, later replaced by indifference or opportunism as he became successful.
- Allison connects these shifts to “frequency,” where people no longer match your energy as you evolve.
- “Your frequency raised when you believed in yourself, and when your frequency raised, their energy could no longer match yours.” — Allison (07:43)
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Authenticity and Fame (08:32)
- Fame attracted opportunists, but also revealed the value of authentic relationships.
- Medium’s success altered social dynamics, with party invites and Hollywood power plays emphasizing who was genuine or not.
- “When that went away… the shift in their energy… they just sort of fade in your life.” — Allison (09:39)
From Mediumship To Television Stardom
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Scientific Studies & ‘Medium’ TV Show (10:13)
- Allison participated in scientific studies at the University of Arizona, where she excelled among other mediums (“Michael Jordan of mediums”).
- Her life inspired the TV show Medium after being noticed through these studies.
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Behind the Scenes in Hollywood (13:01)
- Allison describes the TV show’s mix of accuracy and Hollywood embellishment.
- Success brought distancing from her in favor of branding and control.
- She negotiated for per-episode payment, but not for ownership or backend “points.”
- “As soon as it became a success, they try and distance themselves… because they don’t want you to have power.” — Allison (14:43)
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Lasting Impact and Career Evolution (16:01)
- Allison noted that public recognition limited her ability to work as a prosecution jury consultant, a role she loved.
Mediumship Specialization and Crime Work
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Specialties: “Head-Tapping” Criminals (17:32)
- Allison specializes in tuning into the minds of violent offenders, assisting prosecutors for two decades.
- “I can get into the head of the criminal. And that’s where I became helpful.” — Allison (18:14)
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Differences Between Remote Viewing and Mediumship (19:36)
- Distinguishes between mediumship (communication with the dead) and psychic abilities like remote viewing.
Reflections on the Justice System
- Emotion vs. Verdict (20:17)
- Allison laments the disconnect between true justice (emotional closure) and legal verdicts, and shares frustration with legal technicalities letting guilty people go free.
- “To us justice is emotional, and to a court it’s a verdict. It’s the law. And so I think there’s a disconnect there.” — Allison (20:17)
Science, Spirituality, and the Nature of Reality
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Aliens, UAPs, and Dark Matter (24:04)
- Allison admits no direct contact with aliens and keeps an open, but skeptical view.
- She's more drawn to exploring dark matter and its possible connection to spirit communication, collaborating with her husband, Joe—a rocket scientist.
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Joe’s Scientific Perspective on Dark Matter (27:59)
- Joe explains that dark matter permeates everything but doesn’t condense like normal matter, aligning in some ways with how spiritual phenomena are described.
- “Dark matter can go right through you… you’d never feel it, but the gravitational effect, you feel.” — Joe (27:59)
- On dimensions: entities might “jump into our dimension” by finding ways to interact with our reality (30:31).
Allison’s Current Projects & Future Vision
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Podcast & Book Plans (30:59)
- Hosts her own podcast, The Dead Life, with guests including hospice nurses and dream interpreters, focusing on diverse perspectives on death.
- Discussing plans to co-author a book with her husband blending scientific and spiritual perspectives.
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Australian Cold Case Tour & More (31:57)
- Preparing for an Australian tour working on live cold cases and engaging with audiences onstage about the process.
- Notes 2025 as a numerological “year of endings” with major life changes leading to new beginnings (33:35).
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
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Early Experience (01:18)
“He was standing there… he said, ‘Tell your mom I’m not in pain anymore, and I’m still with her.’” — Allison -
Frequency and Growth (07:43)
“Your frequency raised when you believed in yourself, and when your frequency raised, their energy could no longer match yours.” — Allison -
On Fame & Friends (09:39)
"When that went away… the shift in their energy… they just sort of fade in your life." -
Justice System Realism (20:17)
"To us justice is emotional, and to a court it’s a verdict. It’s the law. And so I think there’s a disconnect there." — Allison -
Dark Matter & Spirituality Crossover (27:59)
“Dark matter can go right through you... you’d never feel it, but the gravitational effect, you feel. There’s a strong crossover because they kind of act the same ways, but we’re seeing actual, you know, real measurements...” — Joe
Timestamps for Key Segments
- 01:07 — Allison’s first supernatural experience as a child
- 02:46 — Discussion on childhood psychic abilities and validation
- 03:43 — Family perceptions and predicting her father’s death
- 06:26 — Mike’s "hater cycle" and Allison’s reflections on frequency
- 10:13 — Scientific testing & path to TV stardom
- 13:01 — Hollywood’s effect on the show and Allison’s involvement
- 17:32 — Allison’s expertise with criminal investigations
- 20:17 — Deep dive into the justice system and frustrations
- 24:04 — UAPs, aliens, and dark matter, featuring Joe, Allison’s husband
- 27:59 — Scientific explanation of dark matter and dimensions (Joe)
- 30:59 — Allison’s current podcast, future projects, tour, and reflections on 2025 as a year of endings
Allison’s Resources & Contact
- Website: allisondubois.com (Event info, books)
- Vodka Line: divination22.com (Intention-setting vodkas)
- Instagram: @medium.allison
- Podcast: The Dead Life
Tone and Takeaways
The conversation is candid and authentic, with moments of humor, vulnerability, and thoughtful analysis. Both host and guest invite listeners to reassess how they respond to “haters,” the importance of evolving relationships, and the role of personal frequency in attracting (or repelling) new people and opportunities. The overlap of science and spirituality is handled with open-minded curiosity, with Allison and her husband demonstrating mutual respect for empirical inquiry and subjective experience.
For those interested in personal development, spirituality, or the crossover between science and the metaphysical, this episode provides a compelling, relatable window into Allison’s unique journey—as well as practical wisdom for navigating transformation and authenticity in any walk of life.
