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What Are You Made Of?
Hosted by Mike "C-Roc" Ciorrocco · EN
Join me on "The What Are You Made Of? Show" where we share the ingredients of what went into making my guests and myself who we are. We will be sharing stories,aiming to help you reflect on your own past experiences, uncovering your true strength and resilience. This podcast is designed for those interested in Entrepreneurship and Personal Development, offering insights into performance, persistence, and inspiration. It's not just entertaining; it's a valuable resource for your journey of self-discovery and closing the gap between where you are and where you are capable of being.
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The Hidden Prison of Success: Escaping Ego, Pride, and Identity Traps with Israel Duran
May 500:36:07Summary readyIn 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 wrong places, and how that pain ultimately shaped his mission to help leaders heal from the inside out. Mike 'C-Roc" and Israel unpack why so many CEOs and high achievers become prisoners of their own success, how pride and ego quietly destroy organizations, and why humility is one of the most overlooked leadership superpowers in business today.As the conversation deepens, both Mike "C-Roc" and Israel share personal stories of setbacks, adversity, and moments that forced them to redefine who they were beyond titles, careers, and external approval. Israel reveals how being released from baseball, launching a cybersecurity business, and surviving a life-altering car accident became catalytic moments that pushed him to finally release the message he had been carrying inside for years. Mike adds his own reflections on overcoming childhood chaos, business limitations, and identity attachment, creating a powerful dialogue around resilience, gratitude, and choosing purpose over validation. This episode is a masterclass on transforming pain into fuel, learning to lead from healing instead of ego, and discovering that the very places where we break are often where we find the gold needed to move forward.Website- https://israelduran.com/ https://www.instagram.com/israelduranassociates/
SummaryDeeper Love Starts with Deeper Truth: Ken Page, LCSW on Healing, Faith and Authenticity
May 400:32:35Summary readyIn 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 world that often told him to hide the very qualities that would become his greatest strengths. Together, Mike "C-Roc" and Ken unpack the powerful idea that our deepest insecurities often point directly to our deepest gifts, and that the parts of ourselves we try hardest to conceal may actually be the source of our love, mission, and purpose.The conversation expands into faith, organized religion, personal spirituality, social justice, and the courage it takes to speak truth in a divided world. Ken shares how decades of failed relationships led him to study intimacy, attraction, and the unconscious patterns that keep people chasing the wrong love while avoiding the right one. Mike brings his own lens of authenticity, biblical study, and emotional responsibility, making this an honest dialogue about what it really means to know yourself, honor your values, and stop building a life around self-protection. This is an episode about healing, awakening, and discovering that the road to deeper love always begins with deeper truth.Website- Deeperdatingpodcast.com Social Media Links/Handleshttps://www.facebook.com/kenpagelcswhttps://www.instagram.com/deeper.dating/https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenpagedeeperdating
SummaryThe Unexpected Power of Podcasting, Networking, and Intellectual Reinvention with Jay Dyer
Apr 3000:37:44Summary readyIn this thought-provoking and wide-ranging episode, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with media analyst, author, philosopher, and cultural commentator Jay Dyer for a conversation that goes far beyond headlines and controversy. What begins as a discussion about podcasting and relationship-building quickly unfolds into a deeper exploration of how Jay built an unconventional media empire from scratch—turning a simple desire to escape a dead-end job into a decade-long journey through philosophy, film analysis, theology, comedy, debate, and alternative media.Jay opens up about the surprising way podcasting transformed not just his career, but his personal life—including how interviews led to lifelong friendships and even introduced him to his wife. He shares the snowball effect of networking, why authentic curiosity attracts powerful relationships, and how years of writing dense philosophy papers unexpectedly prepared him for bestselling books, viral debates, and appearances alongside some of the most recognizable names in independent media.Throughout the episode, Jay reveals how combining left-brain analytical rigor with right-brain creativity became his superpower, allowing him to navigate serious geopolitical discussions one moment and comedic live-stream trolling the next. He and Mike dive into the importance of recognizing how far you’ve come, the discipline required to build influence over time, and why defining your voice in media often comes only after years of experimentation. Jay also reflects on the formative role his parents, faith, education, and fascination with Hollywood played in shaping the multidimensional person he is today.This episode is a fascinating look at what happens when intellect, humor, relentless curiosity, and long-term consistency collide—and how building relationships with the right people can completely change the trajectory of your life.https://www.instagram.com/jaysanalysis/
SummaryKetamine, Testosterone, Dopamine, and the New Science of Feeling Your Best with Dr. David Mahjoubi
Apr 2900:30:46Summary readyIn this energizing episode, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Dr. David Mahjoubi, a board-certified anesthesiologist, pioneering ketamine physician, and nationally recognized leader in mental wellness and biohacking. Fresh off the Biohackers World Conference in Los Angeles, Dr. David shares how his journey from operating rooms in Beverly Hills to building one of the first ketamine clinics in the country led him to the frontlines of stress recovery, brain optimization, and human performance. From the relentless mindset that fueled his entrepreneurial rise to the mission behind helping people reclaim control of their mental and physical health, this conversation opens the door to a whole new way of thinking about wellness.Mike "C-Roc" and Dr. David dive deep into today’s most talked-about biohacks—from testosterone optimization, enclomiphene, and NAD therapy to longevity skincare, libido support, dopamine restoration, and the growing role of personalized telehealth medicine. They also unpack the powerful connection between chronic stress, declining performance, and the hidden neurochemical imbalances affecting motivation, confidence, and relationships. With honest conversations around ketamine therapy, anxiety, energy, and the modern pursuit of peak living, this episode is packed with practical insights for anyone looking to sharpen their edge, feel younger, think clearer, and show up stronger in every area of life.Website:www.nutrabrainclinic.comwww.drdavidwellness.com
SummaryWhat Success Can’t Fix: Lucas Sherraden on Identity, Purpose and Leadership
Apr 2800:29:34Summary readyIn this thought-provoking episode, Lucas Sherraden joins Mike “C-Roc” for a powerful conversation on leadership, identity, reinvention, and the hidden mental programming that shapes our decisions. Drawing from his unique journey—from preaching to packed audiences around the world, to going $100,000 into debt after leaving ministry, to building and leading nine successful real estate brokerages—Lucas shares how every major turning point in his life came down to one thing: the meaning he chose to assign to his circumstances. Together, Lucas and Mike "C-Roc" unpack the difference between living reactively versus creatively, why curiosity is a leader’s greatest superpower, and how success itself can become a trap when it pushes people into fear, control, and conservation mode.Lucas also opens up about the difficult transition from external achievement to internal alignment, revealing why walking away from a lucrative business identity was one of the hardest yet most necessary decisions of his life. This episode dives deep into authentic influence, the danger of tying self-worth to titles and applause, and the courage required to pursue purpose over predictability. If you’ve ever felt like you’ve built success on the wrong wall, or sensed there’s a bigger mission calling you beyond the role you currently occupy, this conversation will challenge you to rethink how you lead, how you grow, and what you’re truly made of.Website- www.theuncagedleader.comSocial Media Links/Handles:https://www.facebook.com/Lsherraden/https://www.instagram.com/lucas_sherraden/
SummaryNo One Is Coming to Save You: Dr. Abbie Maroño on Rebuilding Your Identity
Apr 2700:35:49Summary readyIn this deeply compelling episode, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with behavioral scientist Dr. Abbie Maroño for a conversation that goes far beyond body language and human behavior—it becomes a raw exploration of identity, resilience, trauma, and the science behind transformation. Known for advising elite organizations like the FBI, Secret Service, Homeland Security, and INTERPOL, Dr. Abbie shares the extraordinary personal journey that shaped the powerhouse she is today. From homelessness, addiction, and abandonment as a teenager in the UK to becoming a professor by age 23 and an internationally recognized expert in behavioral science, her story is a masterclass in rebuilding yourself when no one else is coming to do it for you.Together, Mike "C-Roc" and Dr. Abbie unpack what it truly means to create—not find—your identity, why emotional regulation and self-awareness are foundational to success, and how your environment quietly shapes your standards, behaviors, and future. Dr. Abbie also breaks down the real role of a behavioral scientist, revealing how understanding trust, influence, decision-making, and nonverbal communication can change everything from leadership and relationships to law enforcement and business. This episode is equal parts inspiring life story and practical human psychology, leaving listeners with a powerful reminder: your past may explain you, but it does not have to define you.Website- https://www.abbiemarono.com/ https://www.instagram.com/doctorabbieofficial/
SummaryFrom Chronic Pain to Healing: Nicole Sachs on the Mind-Body Connection That Changes Everything
Apr 2300:39:43Summary readyIn this powerful episode of What Are You Made Of? Show, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Nicole Sachs, LCSW—psychotherapist, best-selling author, and internationally recognized leader in MindBody medicine—for a deeply honest conversation about healing, purpose, and the mind-body connection behind chronic pain and emotional suffering.Nicole shares her personal journey from being a 19-year-old college student diagnosed with a severe spinal condition and told she would likely live with chronic pain and limitations, to discovering the groundbreaking work of Dr. John Sarno and developing her own transformational practice, JournalSpeak®. She breaks down how unresolved emotional stress, nervous system dysregulation, and lived trauma can manifest as real physical symptoms—and why pain is often the body’s protective response rather than just structural damage. Through her work, she has helped thousands reclaim their lives from chronic pain, anxiety, and related conditions, proving that healing is possible when we understand how the brain and body truly communicate.Together, Mike "C-Roc" and Nicole explore what it means to turn adversity into purpose, why passionate “obsession” with your message can be a force for good, and how awareness of our internal emotional “reservoir” can change everything from relationships to physical health. This episode is a compelling reminder that transformation doesn’t just come from treating symptoms—it comes from understanding the deeper story the body is trying to tell.Website-www.nicolesachs.com Social Media Links/Handles-https://www.instagram.com/nicolesachslcsw/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-cure-for-chronic-pain-with-nicole-sachs-lcsw/id1439580309https://a.co/d/07QBdXyC
SummaryWhy More Isn’t the Answer: The Truth About Sustainable Success with Beverly Cornell
Apr 2200:32:06Summary readyIn this powerful and deeply human conversation, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Beverly Cornell—author, podcaster, and founder of Wickedly Branded—to explore what it really means to build a business and a life that align. Beverly shares her journey as a military spouse, adoptive and foster mom, and entrepreneur who has learned how to grow in constantly changing environments. She introduces her philosophy of being a “cultivator”—someone who creates the right conditions for sustainable growth rather than forcing outcomes—and explains how this perspective shapes both her life and her work with high-achieving women. Through honest storytelling, she unpacks the hidden weight of hustle culture, decision fatigue, and emotional labor, especially for female consultants, coaches, and creatives who are often balancing overwhelming demands behind the scenes.The conversation dives into Beverly’s approach to branding as “brand therapy,” where clarity, confidence, and alignment replace burnout and noise. She shares how redefining success, setting intentional boundaries, and designing her schedule around real life—not outdated work structures—transformed not only her business but her well-being. Beyond business, Beverly opens up about the profound lessons she’s learned through foster care and adoption, revealing the complexities of trauma, resilience, and the true meaning of support, consistency, and love. This episode is a refreshing and thought-provoking reminder that success doesn’t come from doing more—it comes from creating the right environment to thrive, both personally and professionally.Website:https://wickedlybranded.com/Social Media Links/handles:https://www.linkedin.com/company/wickedlybranded/https://www.youtube.com/@WickedlyBrandedhttps://www.facebook.com/Wickedlybranded/
SummaryThe Power Within: How Myrna Young Transformed Her Life Through Mindset and Faith
Apr 2000:31:29Summary readyIn this powerful and deeply reflective episode, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Myrna Young—best-selling author, certified life coach, and trauma-recovery expert—to explore what it truly means to be “made of” something greater than the physical. Myrna shares her belief that we are spiritual beings having a human experience, unpacking how our thoughts directly influence our biology and emotional state. Through personal stories and practical insights, she explains how shifting your mindset and energy can radically transform your life, health, and sense of control.Myrna opens up about her journey from growing up in poverty in Guyana to building a successful entrepreneurial life in North America. She reflects on pivotal moments that shaped her path—from attending a life-changing Tony Robbins event to launching and scaling a limousine business in Toronto, and ultimately discovering her calling in coaching and media. Her story is one of resilience, faith, and reinvention, as she navigated trauma, embraced personal development, and followed intuitive nudges that led her to her purpose.Throughout the conversation, Myrna blends neuroscience, spirituality, and real-life experience to offer listeners a roadmap for healing and growth. She discusses the importance of renewing the mind, overcoming limiting beliefs, and stepping into your God-given purpose. Whether you’re seeking emotional healing, personal expansion, or a deeper understanding of the connection between mindset and well-being, this episode delivers both inspiration and actionable wisdom to help you turn your pain into purpose.Website-https://myhelps.us/ Social Media Links/Handles:https://www.facebook.com/Transform-Your-Mind-356442618235798/ https://www.instagram.com/myrnamyoung/ https://twitter.com/myrna_young1
SummaryBreaking the Cycle: Healing Trauma and Stepping Into Your True Self with Paola Rosser
Apr 1500:35:11Summary readyIn this powerful and deeply personal episode, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Paola Rosser, founder of the Fearless Female Movement, to explore what it truly means to heal, transform, and step into your power. Paola shares her raw and emotional journey from a life shaped by trauma, abuse, and limiting beliefs to one of purpose, empowerment, and self-discovery. After hitting rock bottom and facing moments where she questioned her will to live, a profound spiritual experience became the catalyst that set her on a path of healing and awakening.Through a combination of subconscious healing techniques, mindset shifts, and relentless self-education, Paola began to reframe her reality and challenge the beliefs that once held her back. She opens up about breaking cycles of abuse, confronting deeply ingrained narratives about worth and identity, and learning to take full responsibility for her life. Her story highlights the power of awareness—how changing the way we see ourselves can completely transform the outcomes we create in our relationships, finances, and overall life trajectory.Now a coach, speaker, and host of Journey of a Fearless Female, Paola dedicates her work to helping women release emotional blocks and design lives they truly love. This conversation is a reminder that no matter how dark things may seem, transformation is possible—and often begins with a single decision to believe that more is available.Website: www.fearlessfemale.com Social Media Links/Handles:https://www.instagram.com/fearlessfemale_coach/https://www.youtube.com/@fearlessfemale
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