What Are You Made Of?

In this powerful episode of What Are You Made Of?, host Mike "C-Roc" sits down with relationship coach Monica Tanner for an honest, insightful, and surprisingly fun conversation about what really makes a marriage last. Monica, an RLT-trained coach and host of the Secrets of Happily Ever After, shares how her parents’ divorce at age 12 shaped her life’s mission: lowering the divorce rate and helping couples move from resentment and “roommate syndrome” back to real connection.

With vulnerability and humor, Monica opens up about her own abandonment fears, anxious attachment patterns, and the years of intentional trust-building that strengthened her 23-year marriage. She and Mike "C-Roc" dive into the realities of communication differences between men and women, why “don’t sweat the small stuff” might actually be terrible advice, and how unspoken frustrations about things as small as toilet paper rolls and light switches can quietly erode intimacy over time.

Monica also unpacks insights from her Amazon best-selling book, Bad Marriage Advice, challenging common myths that keep couples stuck in cycles of resentment. Instead of avoiding conflict, she explains why skillfully addressing small issues early creates safety, respect, and deeper emotional connection. From overcoming insecurity and jealousy to building secure attachment and lasting trust, this episode is packed with practical strategies couples can apply immediately.

If you’ve ever wondered whether “happily ever after” is still possible in the real world, Monica Tanner makes a compelling case that it absolutely is—but only when couples choose intentional communication, commitment, and compassion.
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In this episode of What Are You Made Of?, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Lauren Papanos to explore the intersection of high performance, entrepreneurship, and root-cause healing. A functional medicine registered dietitian, board certified in sports dietetics and functional endocrinology, Lauren shares her journey from competitive collegiate cheerleader to working with elite athletic programs at Texas A&M University, University of California, Los Angeles, and Texas Tech University. Through her work with high-level athletes and driven professionals, she began noticing a common pattern: people who looked strong and healthy on the outside were often struggling internally with fatigue, hormone imbalances, and chronic stress.

Lauren dives into her specialty—Low T3 Syndrome—describing it as a metabolic bottleneck rooted in chronic inflammation, immune activation, nutrient depletion, and mitochondrial dysfunction. She explains how these hidden drivers suppress thyroid activity, slow metabolism, disrupt cycles and fertility, and create unrelenting fatigue, particularly in high-achieving women who constantly push their limits. Rather than relying solely on hormone replacement, Lauren focuses on restoring T3 function by rebuilding the body’s terrain—strengthening cellular energy, supporting immune balance, and addressing the root causes that keep the body stuck in survival mode.

The conversation also touches on modern health trends like peptides, GLP-1 medications, red light therapy, and mitochondrial optimization, with Lauren offering a balanced perspective on when these tools can be helpful—and when foundational work is still missing. Her core message is clear: health drives performance. For entrepreneurs, athletes, and ambitious professionals who feel exhausted despite doing “everything right,” this episode delivers both science-backed insight and hope, reminding listeners that the body isn’t broken—it’s protecting you, and with the right strategy, sustainable energy and performance are absolutely possible.

Website- https://functionalfueling.com/
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In this energizing conversation, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with bold entrepreneur and scientist Josephine Musco, the visionary founder of Olyxir, a wellness brand specializing in natural, biodegradable instant tea strips designed for a modern, eco-conscious lifestyle.

Josephine shares how she combined science, spirituality, and sustainability to build a purpose-driven brand, landing placements in premium retailers like Bristol Farms, Lazy Acres, and Erewhon before pivoting online during COVID. She opens up about the realities of entrepreneurship—from boots-on-the-ground demos to cycling through multiple ad agencies—and why adaptability, tough negotiation, and embracing emerging AI tools are essential for staying ahead.

Beyond business, Josephine challenges mainstream wellness and beauty trends with a bold “less is more” philosophy. She questions red light therapy overuse, multi-step skincare routines, and endocrine-disrupting products, advocating instead for ancestral wisdom: eat whole foods your grandparents would recognize, avoid processed ingredients, ditch synthetic materials, and simplify your routine. Her approach to longevity centers on high-fat, high-protein clean eating, minimal supplementation, natural oils, and reducing daily toxin exposure—proving that true biohacking often means going back to basics rather than chasing every new trend.

The episode also explores Josephine’s multifaceted life beyond Olyxir, including her 23-acre biodynamic ranch and winery, where she learned winemaking under the mentorship of a Napa expert—despite not drinking alcohol herself. Through science, creativity, and unwavering intention, Josephine represents a new generation of leaders redefining luxury as conscious, sustainable, and spiritually aligned. This episode is a masterclass in resilient entrepreneurship, intentional living, and building brands that honor both profit and purpose.

Website-Olyxir.com
https://www.instagram.com/josephinemusco_/

In this powerful episode of What Are You Made Of?, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Katelyn Rhoades—CEO of Enfluence Marketing Studio and host of the Call Her Creator podcast—for a raw and energizing conversation about resilience, reinvention, and building influence in the digital age. Katelyn opens up about growing up in chaos, learning early that no one was coming to save her, and making the decision to build a different life through grit, discipline, and self-education. From cleaning popcorn machines at 14 to selling her clothes to afford groceries in college, her story is rooted in the belief that ordinary people can create extraordinary outcomes if they’re willing to do the work.

Now a respected marketing strategist featured in Forbes and trusted by Meta, Katelyn shares how she transitioned from a stable corporate career into entrepreneurship, building a thriving social media agency with 30+ clients, multiple revenue streams, and a growing personal brand. She and Mike "C-Roc" dive into the mindset required to handle rejection, the importance of living by your calendar, creating an attraction model in business, and knowing when to move from operator to CEO. They also unpack the realities of parenting while building a business, the tension between hustle and presence, and why resilience—not luck—is the real differentiator.

This episode is a masterclass in visibility, persistence, and sustainable growth for leaders who want to build both income and impact in today’s attention economy.
Website-https://enfluencestudio.com/

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In this high-energy episode of the What Are You Made Of?, host Mike "C-Roc" sits down with fitness and nutrition coach Karina Inkster to unpack what it truly means to live with conviction, compassion, and critical thinking.

Karina, author of five books, host of the No-B.S. Vegan, and a Masters graduate in Gerontology specializing in health and aging, shares how a childhood realization about her pet hamster sparked a lifelong commitment to ethical veganism. What began as an 11-year-old’s moral awakening evolved into a 23-year plant-based journey rooted not only in animal ethics, but also in climate action, evidence-based nutrition, and long-term health optimization.

Together, Mike "C-Roc" and Karina tackle the biggest myths in the fitness and wellness industry—from protein fears and muscle-building on a vegan diet to food industry conflicts of interest and the influence of marketing over science. Karina explains how strength, longevity, and performance are fully achievable on a plant-based diet when calories and protein are properly matched, and why skepticism—not cynicism—is essential in today’s social media-driven health culture.

With humor, honesty, and zero fluff, this conversation explores aging, muscle growth, Mediterranean vs. vegan diets, and the deeper question at the heart of it all: what are you made of when your values are tested?

Website-www.karinainkster.com

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