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Built Not Born#155 - Looking Back, Moving Forward - 2025 New Year's EditionBuilt Not Born Podcast - Episode 155: New Year's Special 🎉Show DescriptionJoin host Joe Ciccarone for a special New Year's Eve episode as he reflects on the podcast's journey and shares exciting updates for 2025! 🎊Episode Timestamps🎤 00:00 - Introduction and New Year's Greeting🙏 01:15 - Thank You to Loyal Listeners📅 02:30 - Podcast Journey Since April 2021⭐ 03:45 - Highlight Reel of 2024 GuestsGuy KawasakiSeth Godin (3rd appearance)Jay PapasanJames Devlin (3x Super Bowl Champion)US Special Forces OperatorsDonald RobertsonLord Andrew Roberts📺 05:30 - Platform UpdatesFull episodes now availab...2024-12-3105 minBuilt Not Born#154 - Mackenzie Brooks - CBS Sports🎙️ From College Football Runner to CBS Sports Betting Analyst: How Mackenzie Brooks is Changing the Game."I speak for the nerds. I'm like the Lorax of the coders - bridging the gap between casual fans and complex analytics." - Mackenzie BrooksIn this episode, we sit down with Mackenzie Brooks, a 23-year-old sports betting analyst for CBS Sports who's revolutionizing how we understand sports analytics and making football accessible to everyone, especially Taylor Swift fans (aka - Swifties)!⏰ Time Stamps:00:00 - Introduction and McKenzie's background05:30 - Journey from University of Georgia to CBS...2024-12-1347 minBuilt Not Born#145 - Adam Hergenrother - The 200% Life: Need Nothing, Enjoy Everything.Adam Hergenrother is the Founder & CEO of Adam Hergenrother Companies. Adam’s journey from a college graduate to leading a $1 Billion organization and 1,000 employees is inspiring. Adam discusses why personal growth and leadership drive business success.Adam shares how he turned his startup into a powerhouse in real estate, construction, and education. Adams his company has been voted the best place to work in Vermont five times. Livian, his real estate team, is ranked #2 in the nation. BlackRock Construction has appeared on the Inc. 5000 list twice. Adam's first book, The Founder & Th...2024-08-1256 minBuilt Not Born#144 - Harry Psaros - Autism: From Struggle to Strength a Father's JourneyCLICK THIS LINK -->>> SIGN UP FOR THE NEW BUILT NOT BORN BLOGHarry Psaros is the author of the book, "From Struggle to Strength: A Father's Journey with Autism and the Power of Hope and Positivity."Harry writes about his Autism journey with his oldest son Gus. Harry shares the mindset that brought the family from awareness, to diagnosis, to a treatment plan that led to Gus ultimately attending college. Known affectionately as the “Pitt Guru,” Harry is a top social media influencer for University of Pittsburgh athletics and the senior writer for...2024-07-2948 minBuilt Not Born#143 - Lucius Pomerantz, MD - Body, Brain, & BJJCLICK THIS LINK -->>> SIGN UP FOR THE NEW BUILT NOT BORN BLOGLucius Pomerantz, MD is a board certified orthopedic surgeon and hand specialist in San Diego, CA. "Dr Luke" is a former MMA fighter and Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu who trains at Victory MMA with the legendary Dean Lister and Jocko Willink. Dr Luke is the creative force behind, "Cut to the Bone", the digital channel he created where he educates people on how to prevent and treat common orthopedic injuries. Dr Luke and I discuss what it's like...2024-07-1542 minBuilt Not Born#142 - Amy P. Kelly - Difficult ConversationsAmy P. Kelly is the Vice President of Consulting for The Jon Gordon Companies and co-author with Jon Gordon of the USA Today Best Seller "Difficult Conversations Don't Have to Be Difficult" & "The Energy Bus Field Guide" a roadmap to fueling your life, work, and team with positive energy.Amy and I discuss how she got connected with the legndary Jon Gordon and some of the amazing takeaways from her USA Today Best Selling Book "Difficult Conversations".Connect with Amy P. Kelly:Website: Amy P. KellyLinkedIn: Amy P. KellyIG: Amy P. KellyBook: Difficult Conversations ...2024-07-0150 minBuilt Not Born#141 - Terry C. Carney, Sr. - Put the Guns Down: A World EpidemicTerry C. Carney, Sr. is the founder of Platinum City Golden West Entertainment. Terry discusses his latest project, "Put the Guns Down: A World Epidemic," which he directed and produced in collaboration with Ice-T. The documentary is a call to action, igniting conversations on mental health and gun violence. Terry and I discuss his amazing story from the tough streets of Los Angeles to the global stage of film and music, the gun epidemic facing America today, the root causes of the gun problem and how the problems can be fixed. Terry C. Ca...2024-06-1958 minBuilt Not Born#140 - Matt Arroyo - Creating a Blueprint for Jiu Jitsu & LifeCLICK THIS LINK -->>> SIGN UP FOR THE NEW BUILT NOT BORN BLOGMatt Arroyo is an entrepreneur, a retired UFC / MMA fighter & ADCC competitor, a husband, a father of 3, a Christian, and Coach. In 2007, Matt was on the Ultimate Fighter Reality Show Season 6, making it to the semifinals that led him to be awarded a UFC Contract. Matt is also a featured character in the UFC video game "UFC Undisputed 2009". Matt won the ADCC Trials in 2014 which earned him a spot in ADCC 2015 (the olympics of no gi Jiu Jitsu) in Brazil. 2024-06-011h 20Built Not Born#139 - Angelo Cataldi - LoudAngelo Cataldi was legendary voice of Philadelphia sports fans for 33 years as the host of The Morning Show on Sports Talk 94.1 WIPFor 33 years, Angelo lit the fire on the radio that fueled the most passionate sports fans in America. Angelo and I discuss his new book LOUD: “How a Shy Nerd Came to Philadelphia and Turned up the Volume in the Most Passionate Sports City in America."We talk all things Philly sports: Buddy Ryan, the Eagles Super Bowl Win, 1993 Phillies, the 2008 Phillies, the Eagles' crushing loss to Tampa in the NFC Cham...2024-05-181h 09Built Not Born#138 - 3 Years of Built Not Born, Breaking Away, Touring the UK, The Next Wave & A New PuppyBuilt Not Born is 3 years old! Thank you for being a listener. I really appreciate you being here.The Next Wave of interviews launches this week. We will be joined by Philly Sports Radio legend Angelo Cataldi, UFC Fighter Matt Arroyo, and our first comedian.Thank you for all the feedback and ideas on how to make the show even more relevant and impactful. Our goal is to bring you amazing, thought provoking guests that share the ideas, tactics and strategies that made them who they are and helped them over...2024-05-1308 minBuilt Not Born#137 - Kate Volman - Creativity, Courage and Do What You LoveKate Volman is the CEO of Floyd Consulting. Kate is the author of, "Do What You Love - A Guide to Living Your Creative Life Without Leaving Your Job." Kate and her team are dedicated to helping individuals and organizations become the-best-version-of-themselves by providing training, coaching, and consulting services, including Floyd’s cornerstone Dream Manager Program based on Matthew Kelly’s bestselling book. Kate is a sought after speaker and has worked with brands such as GoDaddy, Entrepreneur.com, & StartUpNation.com.Kate and I discuss why everyone is an artist, the bene...2024-04-121h 02Built Not Born#136 - Guy Kawasaki on Steve Jobs, Surfing, and the Power of Thinking RemarkableGuy Kawasaki is a Silicon Valley icon, renowned entrepreneur, and the chief evangelist of Canva. Guy is the creator of the “Remarkable People” podcast.Working alongside the legendary Steve Jobs, Guy was the Chief Evangelist of Apple and one of Apple’s original employees and played a pivotal role in the marketing of the Macintosh computer. He also served as a trustee of the Wikimedia Foundation.Guy is the author of Wise Guy, The Art of the Start 2.0, The Art of Social Media, Enchantment, and eleven other books.Guy has a BA from Stanford...2024-04-0346 minBuilt Not Born#135 -Ryron Gracie - Thriving in Adversity, Creating a Survival Mindset & The Evolution of Gracie Combatives 2.0CLICK THIS LINK -->>> SIGN UP FOR THE NEW BUILT NOT BORN BLOGRyron Gracie is head instructor at Gracie University in Torrance, California.Ryron is the eldest grandson of Grand Master Helio Gracie, the creator of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and the eldest son of Rorion Gracie, the creator of the UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship).Ryron and I discuss how to thrive in adversity, how to create a survival mindset and the evolution that led Ryron and his brother Rener to create Gracie Combatives 2.0.Ryron also tells a story he never told before...2024-03-1857 minBuilt Not Born#133 - Stephanie LaFlora - Why Not Me?CLICK THIS LINK -->>> SIGN UP FOR THE NEW BUILT NOT BORN BLOGStephanie LaFlora is serial entrepreneur, storyteller, marketer, and creator.Stephanie the founder of Crownhunt and is on a quest to help under-resourced entrepreneurs thrive. Stephanie has closed over $4 Million in funding for small businesses.Stephanie is on a mission to help increase funding for under-resourced entrepreneurs, improve their brand, and reach their authentic audience. Stephanie and I discuss what it's like to leave a successful corporate career to start a small business as a minority female, d...2024-02-1953 minBuilt Not Born#131 - Lt. Case Wilson - Apaches, Drones, Courage & Mental HealthCLICK THIS LINK -->>> SIGN UP FOR THE NEW BUILT NOT BORN BLOGLt. Case Wilson is a veterans of both the US Army and the US Air Force, where he serves in the Pennsylvania Air National Guard. Lt Wilson completed 2 tours in Afghanistan with the US Army's 82nd Airborne Division. He also served 1 tour in Iraq fighting ISIS with the US Army's 1st Infantry Division.Lt. Wilson has served in the US Army's 3rd Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard Ceremonial Unit) in Washington , DC. He was the 547th solider to ever complete...2024-01-291h 36Built Not Born#130 - Jeffrey Gitomer - Master the Art of SellingCLICK THIS LINK -->>> SIGN UP FOR THE NEW BUILT NOT BORN BLOGJeffrey Gitomer returns for his second appearance on the Built Not Born PodcastJeffrey and I discuss the creative process, how to earn trust, the mindset of an elite sales person, and how to build your personal brand.Jeffrey Gitomer is a New York Times Best Selling author of 18 books, including The Sales Bible and The Little Red Book of Selling,.The Little Red Book of Selling is the #1 all-time selling book on the topic of sales, has sold...2024-01-2252 minBuilt Not Born#129 - Tricia Burdo, PhD - The Relentless Pursuit to Cure HIV / AIDSTricia Burdo, PhD is the Professor and Vice Chair of Microbiology, Immunology, and Inflammation at Temple University’s Lewis Katz School of Medicine in Philadelphia. Dr Burdo and I discuss the decades long search for the cure for HIV / AIDS. We discuss the latest treatments, experimental therapies, and the latest research in the search to cure to one of the most mysterious diseases known to humankind.How close are we to a cure? Tune in to find out.Connect with Tricia Burdo, PhD:LinkedIn: Tricia Burdo, PhDWebsite: Tricia Burdo, PhD2024-01-1249 minBuilt Not Born#128 - Robin Waterfield - The Meditations of Marcus AureliusCLICK THIS LINK -->>> SIGN UP FOR THE NEW BUILT NOT BORN BLOGRobin Waterfield is a British classical scholar, author of more than 40 books, translator, and editor, who specializes in Ancient Greek philosophy. Robin studied Classics at Manchester University and went on to research ancient Greek philosophy at King's College, Cambridge. Robin and I discuss the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius and his personal journal, The Meditations, which miraculously survived 2,000 and made it to us in the present day. Robin gives us his take on what made Marcus tick, why the Meditations are s...2024-01-0456 minBuilt Not Born#126 - Micah Bowens - Rich ForeverCLICK THIS LINK -->>> SIGN UP FOR THE NEW BUILT NOT BORN BLOGMicah Bowens is a Certified Wealth Coach, Certified Hedge Fund Professional, Ex-Stock Broker, Angel Investor, and a Serial Entrepreneur who is on a mission is to close the racial and gender wealth gaps, and help women who want financial freedom leverage the power of stocks and options trading to supplement or replace their income, and reach their money goals faster.Micah’s comeback story begins in federal prison where he served 3 years for a $2.5 million real estate conspiracy. While in prison, he ma...2023-12-161h 09Built Not Born#125 - Javier Vazquez - Don't Give UpCLICK THIS LINK -->>> SIGN UP FOR THE NEW BUILT NOT BORN BLOGJavier Vazquez is a 5th degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt, former professional MMA fighter and veteran of the UFC, WEC, ELITE XC, SHOOTO, KOTC, EBI, & ADCC.Javier is the creator of the groundbreaking JVOS curriculum. Javier discusses why his "The Master Plan" is a complete training system of self-defense that will revolutionize how BJJ is taught. Javier describes how JVOS addresses the limitations of traditional training, sharing insights into JVOS' inception and the impact its having in the BJJ community.2023-12-061h 10Built Not Born#124 - J.P. Dinnell: A Warrior's Journey - Life Lessons from the Battlefield to the BoardroomCLICK THIS LINK -->>> SIGN UP FOR THE NEW BUILT NOT BORN BLOGJ.P. Dinnell, a former U.S. Navy SEAL with three combat deployments, served as point man, machine gunner, and sniper for SEAL Team Three’s Task Unit Bruiser, the most decorated special operation unit in the Iraq War. J.P. was lead sniper for Delta Platoon, opposite of "American Sniper", Chris Kyle, who served in Charlie Platoon. JP was awarded a Silver Star, 2 Bronze Stars with Valor and the Army Commendation Medal with Valor.J.P. worked closely with SE...2023-11-271h 06Built Not Born#123 - Attitude of GratitudeNo interview this week. Just want to express my sincere GRATITUDE to each of you for making the Built Not Born Podcast part of your week.I so appreciate each and everyone of you tuning in. Wish you and your family a holiday as awesome as you are.Thank you!!"Life is Built, Not Born."Joe Ciccarone#Episode1232023-11-2201 minBuilt Not Born#121 - JP Dinnell, Jay Papasan & The NEW Built Not Born BlogGuest Alert! And....New Built Not Born Blog Alert!2 Upcoming Killer Guests & New Built Not Born Blog: 1) Best selling author Jay Papasan (The ONE Thing) returns to discuss the leadership principles that he and Keller Williams CEO Gary Keller utilized to grow KW into the real estate monster that it is. Jay & Gary co-host a podcast together called , "Think Like a CEO" where they discuss KW's best leadership ideas and learnings. Jay and I discuss how the average person can apply those ideas to their daily life. 2) The following...2023-11-0904 minBuilt Not Born#120 - Leanne Mauriello, PhD: The Science of Behavior ChangeLeanne Mauriello, PhD is a Digital Health Strategist, Lifestyle Medicine Pioneer and Behavior Science Thought Leader. Leanne has led the development, testing, and implementation of health behavior change programs for varied populations and settings, including digital health modalities. Leanne is an expert on utilizing the stages of behavior change theory to engage patients in sustained behavior modifications that lead to healthier lives. Leanne and I discuss how best to implement behavior changes in our daily life , the power of starting small and what to do "the day after perfect ends". Leanne discusses how...2023-11-0153 minBuilt Not Born#119 -Robin Bartlett: Vietnam Combat: Fire Fights & Writing HistoryRobin Bartlett is the author of "Vietnam Combat: Fire Fights and Writing History." Robin served a 12-month combat tour as an officer in the US Army Rangers and was a member of the 82nd Airborne Division. Promoted to 1st Lieutenant after only one year, Robin Bartlett at 22 assumed the leadership of the 1st Platoon, A Company, 1st Battalion, 5th Cavalry, 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile). Over the next seven months, Robin led a platoon on more than sixty helicopter combat assaults and search and destroy missions.Connect with Author / Vietnam Combat Veteran...2023-10-241h 12Built Not Born#118 - The In-between Episode: Life Gets in the Way, YouTube, TikTok, Vietnam, Simple Not Easy, & Blog PostsThe In-Between EpisodeSometimes life gets in the way. All good. Here is an update on the podcast, upcoming guests and the new Built Not Born YouTube Channel and Built Not Born Substack Blog:Sign up for these NEW Built Not Born Podcast Channels:YouTube: Built Not Born YouTube ChannelBlog: Built Not Born Substack BlogTikTok: Built Not Born TikTok ChannelIG: Built Not Born Instagram "Life is Built, Not Born."Joe Ciccarone#Episode118 2023-10-2104 minBuilt Not Born#117 - Michael Lombardi: Football Done Right -Setting the Record Straight on the Coaches, Players, and History of the NFLMichael Lombardi is a former NFL general manager, 3-time Super Bowl Champion, best selling author and host of the The GM Shuffle Podcast. Michael and I discuss his latest book, "Football Done Right -Setting the Record Straight on the Coaches, Players, and History of the NFL" where Michael tackles the almost impossible task of ranking the Top 100 NFL players of all time. Michael shares what he learned working with coaching legends Bill Walsh of the 49ers, Al Davis of the Raiders, and Bill Belichick of the Patriots, during his three decades in the NFL.Micha...2023-10-1033 minBuilt Not Born#116 - Ryan Manion: Resilience, Fearless Ignorance, and the Ultimate Sacrifice: A Conversation with the President of the Travis Manion Foundation and Author of "The Knock at the Door'"Ryan Manion is the sister of Silver Star recipient 1st Lt. Travis Manion, USMC, who gave his life in Iraq April 29, 2007. Ryan is the President of the Travis Manion Foundation and co-author of the book, "The Knock at the Door." Ryan describes Travis' amazing story of heroism and the ultimate sacrifice Travis paid while defending our country. Ryan and I discuss how she navigated grief, resilience, and personal growth by losing her brother. We discuss her family's incredible support for our nation's veterans and how the Travis Manion Foundation became one of the...2023-10-0448 minBuilt Not Born#115 - Christopher Dodson, MD: Work Ethic, Resilience, ACL Repairs, Rotator Cuff Tears, Finding GRIT and the Art of Sports MedicineChristopher Dodson, MD is a board certified Sports Medicine surgeon and a Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Thomas Jefferson University. He is currently the Associate Head Orthopedic Surgeon for the Philadelphia Eagles, a consultant to the National Hockey League (NHL), and Head Team Physician for Eastern University. Dr. Dodson was previously Head Team Physician for the Philadelphia 76ers and served as a consultant for the Los Angeles Dodgers.Dr Dodson specializes in treating Shoulder Instability, ACL reconstruction, Rotator Cuff Tears, and Elbow Injuries in Overhead Athletes. Dr. Dodson has authored over 90 ar...2023-09-2756 minBuilt Not Born#114: Essentialism, Fear, and Persistence - Cara Ooi, MD Interviews Joe Ciccarone on The DECODE Project PodcastIn this episode, Cara Ooi, MD, host of the the DECODE Project Podcast interviews Joe Ciccarone. Dr Cara & I discuss the key learnings from 100+ episodes of Built Not Born, my work in sales, knowing when to quit, essentialism and the importance of learning to dance with fear.Connect with Cara Ooi, MD & The DECODE Podcast:Podcast: BNB Episode #10 - The Art of Sleep with Dr Cara OoiPodcast: BNB Episode #67 - DECODE Insomnia Podcast: The DECODE Project "Life is Built, Not Born."Joe Ciccarone#Episode1142023-09-1948 minBuilt Not Born#113 - Marco "The Professor" Perazzo: Conquering Imposter Syndrome, The Art of Coffee Making, Falling in Love with the Process, Evolving Your BJJ Game, and How to Live Like a BillionaireMarco "The Professor" Perazzo returns to talk how to conquer imposter syndrome, brew the perfect cup of coffee, why we need to fall in love with the process to succeed in anything, evolving your BJJ game, lessons learned from 15 years owning his own small business / BJJ Academy, co-hosting the Ninja Rob Podcast and what COVID-19 taught him about business and life. Marco tells us how he how he lives like a billionaire while forgoing luxury and how his business and teaching practices have evolved over the years.Marco is a 4th degree black belt in...2023-09-131h 02Built Not Born#112 - Ken Rusk's Blue Collar Rebellion: Skip College, Find SuccessKen Rusk is the best selling author of Wall Street Journal Best Seller "Blue Collar Cash". Ken Rusk is a blue-collar construction entrepreneur who has launched multiple successful endeavors for over thirty years. He now is teaching others to do the same. Ken got his start digging ditches for a basement repair company in Ohio. Rusk has extensive experience in hiring, training, and developing first-time job seekers, particularly those without college degrees. He lives in Toledo, Ohio, where he runs Rusk Industries, Inc., which specializes in various forms of construction.Ken...2023-09-0552 minBuilt Not Born#111 - Nadine Kelly, MD - The YOGI MD (Archive)Nadine Kelly, MD. grew up on the South Side of Chicago as the eldest daughter to Haitian immigrants. Dr Kelly spent 7 years as a practicing pathologist before being diagnosed with major clinical depression. She then reinvented herself, her career, and her mission.Dr Kelly started taking yoga, got her Yoga teacher certification and became an ACE Certified Health Coach. In 2018 she took up podcasting and became the host of the YOGI MD podcast. Nadine had finally found her calling by empowering women through yoga, to maintain healthy minds and bodies so that...2023-08-3046 minBuilt Not Born#110 - Javier Vazquez - Change Jiu Jitsu ForeverJavier Vazquez is a 5th degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt, former professional MMA fighter and veteran of the UFC, WEC, ELITE XC, SHOOTO, KOTC, EBI, & ADCC.Javier is the creator of the groundbreaking JVOS curriculum. Javier discusses why his "The Master Plan" is a complete training system of self-defense that will revolutionize how BJJ is taught. Javier describes how JVOS addresses the limitations of traditional training, sharing insights into JVOS' inception and the impact its having in the BJJ community.Javier's story goes beyond the mats. He opens up about his fierce battle...2023-08-221h 09Built Not Born#109 - Jocko Willink Does Not Have TimeEpisode #109Built Not Born is back after a 2 week late summer pause.In today's episode, I read a blog post I wrote after meeting the one and only Jocko Willink. My son and I attended Jocko's "The Decisive Engagement" in Philadelphia.Amazing experience to meet someone who's work I have admired from afar for almost a decade.Also, the podcast has a new website (links here & below) and a new Substack newsletter. Please sign up below.Thank you for listening!Episode #109 - Jocko...2023-08-2009 minBuilt Not Born#108 - Cam F. Awesome - Transform Your LifeCam F. Awesome, formerly known as Lenroy Thompson, is an American amateur boxer best known for winning the US Boxing title in 2008, 2010, 2013 and 2014. Cam won the Golden Gloves in 2009, 2011 and 2013 at Super Heavyweight. Cam is a 6x National Champion, 6 Ringside Champion, 4x Gold Gloves and competed at 3 Olympic Trials. Cam ended his Boxing career with an amazing record 326 wins to only 30 loses. Cam is featured in the 2017 Netflix documentary, "Counter Punch". Cam frequently fought in pink to show his commitment to and involvement with the Breast Cancer Awareness Program. Ca...2023-08-021h 12Built Not Born#107 - Henry Akins - Hidden Jiu JitsuHenry Akins is a Brazilian jiu jitsu black belt under the legendary Rickson Gracie and a former instructor / manager at Rickson’s academy in Los Angeles. Henry is the founder of Hidden Jiu Jitsu and regarded by many as one of the best black belts produced by Rickson.Henry and I discuss him growing up in Oklahoma, what it was like training with Rickson and what makes Hidden Jiu Jitsu so effective. Connect with Henry Akins:Website: Hidden Jiu JitsuIG: Henry Akins BJJFacebook: Henry Akins Hidden Jiu Jitsu "Life is Built...2023-07-241h 11Built Not Born#106 - Matt Seabrook - Weathering the Storm & Finding Your Passion (Archive Edition)Matt Seabrook is the owner of Dresher Physical Therapy. Matt founded Dresher PT in 2001 and has built it into two highly respected community-based rehabilitation centers in suburban Philadelphia.Matt discuses what he and his wife Chris calls “the most challenging thing we ever went through in our lives", when their first child was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder called Hurler’s Syndrome. Matt also describes how he signed his first lease for his PT Clinic a few weeks after 9/11 in a location that was notorious for having one failed business after another. We di...2023-07-1249 minBuilt Not Born#105 - Donald Robertson - How to Think Like A Roman Emperor (Part 2)Donald Robertson is a Cognitive Behavior Therapist and best selling author of "How to Think Like a Roman Emperor:The Stoic Philosophy of Marcus Aurelius." & the graphic novel "Verissimus". In Part 2, Donald and I continue our discussion on Stoic Philosophy and the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius. We also discuss Epictetus, Seneca and Socrates. Donald describes how he approaches the creative process and how he came up with his best selling book, "How to Think Like A Roman Emperor." Connect with Donald Robertson:Website: Donald RobertsonBook: How to Think Like a Roman Emperor...2023-07-0554 minBuilt Not Born#104 - Donald Robertson - Stoicism, Marcus Aurelius & The Meditations (Part 1)Donald Robertson is a Cognitive Behavior Therapist and best selling author of "How to Think Like a Roman Emperor:The Stoic Philosophy of Marcus Aurelius." & the graphic novel "Verissimus". In Part 1, Donald and I discuss Stoic Philosophy, the difference between lower case stoicism vs UPPER CASE Stoicism, Marcus Aurelius and The Meditations. Connect with Donald Robertson:Website: Donald RobertsonBook: How to Think Like a Roman Emperor Book: Verissimus: A Graphic Novel IG: Donald Robertson Facebook: Donald Robertson "Life is Built, Not Born."Joe Ciccarone#Episode1042023-06-2846 minBuilt Not Born#103 - Maliq Harris - Empowering Lives Through BoxingMaliq Harris is the founder of King's Corner Boxing located in the suburbs of Philadelphia. Maliq empowers his clients to overcome life's challenges in and out of the ring through Boxing. Connect with Maliq Harris & King's Corner Boxing:Website: King's Corner Boxing FaceBook: Maliq Harris IG: King's Corner Boxing BNB #26 Maliq Harris - Boxing for Life "Life is Built, Not Born."Joe Ciccarone#Episode 1032023-06-2155 minBuilt Not Born#102 - Andrew Lubell, MD, FAAP - Healthy Kids & The Business of MedicineAndrew Lubell, MD, FAAP is the Chief Medical Officer for the True North Medical Group. Dr Lubell has been recognized as a "Top Doc" by Philadelphia Magazine for the last 5 years. Dr. Lubell and I talk about his personal journey from being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes as a child to his inspiring career as a Pediatrician. We discuss how his own experience shaped his passion for improving the health of thousands of children in the Philadelphia areaDr. Lubell shares ideas on how to raise healthy kids ranging from promoting healthy eating habits, ensuring quality sl...2023-06-1349 minBuilt Not Born#100 - Seth Godin - The Song of SignificanceSeth Godin is the international best selling author of 21 books that have been translated to 40 languages.Seth's daily blog is one of the most read in the world.Seth and I discuss his latest book, "The Song of Significance". We talk the difference between leadership and management, how to create a winning culture and why no human is a "resource".Connect with Seth Godin:Seth's Book: The Song of Significance Seth's Blog: Seth.blogSeth's Podcast: Akimbo"Life is Built, Not Born."Joe Ciccarone#Episode1002023-05-3030 minBuilt Not Born#99 - Turn the Tables: Corey Schlosser-Hall & Boston Blake Interview Joe CiccaroneTo celebrate Episode #99 we "Turn The Tables".Corey Schlosser-Hall & Boston Blake interview Built Not Born podcast host Joe Ciccarone.Corey Schlosser-Hall is the Deputy Executive for Vision, Innovation & Rebuilding at Presbyterian Church (U.S.A). in Washington state and the host of the "On the Verge" Podcast.Boston Blake is a former film and stage actor and host of the "Mythic" Podcast. Boston lives in San Francisco.Connect with Joe Ciccarone:LinkedIn: Joe CiccaroneIG: Joe CiccaroneBlog: www.SalesVibe.netWebsite: www.JoeCiccarone.com"Life is Built, Not Born."2023-05-2444 minBuilt Not Born#98 - Charlie Vinch - Gratitude, Tony Robbins & Jiu JitsuCharlie Vinch is a former MMA fighter, Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Tai instructor, and founder of BUDO Martial Arts.Charlie and I discuss being bullied, the power of gratitude, Tony Robbins, why we should take action and of course Jiu Jitsu.Connect with Charlie Vinch:IG: Charlie Vinch IG: Budo Martial Arts Book: The Untethered Soul Book: The Magic of Thinking Big"Life is Built, Not Born." Joe Ciccarone 2023-05-1753 minBuilt Not Born#97 - Bill Whiteside - Winston Churchill, The Creative Process & The Art of SalesBill Whiteside is the author of, "Everyone Knows A Salesman Can't Write a Book".After a 40 year career of selling and marketing other people’s fish sticks, ice cream, and software, Bill had the courage to write and self-publish his first book.Bill and I discuss Winston Churchill, a fascinating, yet little known battle in WW2, the creative process and the Art of Selling.Connect with Bill Whiteside:Website: www.PerfectlyTrueStory.comLinkedIn: Bill Whiteside Book: Everyone Knows a Salesman Can't Write a Book"Life is Built, Not Born."Jo...2023-05-1149 minBuilt Not Born#96 - Wylie McGraw - Slay Your DemonsWylie McGraw is a former star pitcher, competitive Bull Rider and 3-Tour Combat Veteran with the US Army's 101st Airborne. Wylie and I discuss peak performance and how to live an optimized life.Connect with Wylie McGraw:Website: www.WylieMcGraw.comLinkedIn: Wylie McGraw Podcast: Wise Words & Wiskey"Life is Built, Not Born."Joe Ciccarone 2023-05-031h 01Built Not Born#95 - Ryane LeCesne - The Stories We Tell Ourselves Make All the DifferenceRyane LeCesne is the founder of Inspire Brand Consulting and professional mindset coach. Ryane helps her clients close their confidence gap, identify their personal brand, and live their brilliance.Ryane and I discuss imposter syndrome, why self-talk matters and how the stories we tell ourselves define our lives. Connect with Ryane LeCesne:Website: Inspire Brand Consulting LinkedIn: Ryane LeCesneIG: Inspire Brand ConsultingBook: The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People Book: The Big Leap (Gay Hendricks) "Life is Built, Not Born."Joe Ciccarone2023-04-271h 03Built Not Born#94 - Jill Palme' - Surviving Triple Negative Breast CancerJill Palme' is a licensed professional counselor and a child and play therapist practicing in the suburbs in Philadelphia. Jill is also a wife and mother to two young boys. Jill tells her remarkable story from the first moment she felt something was "just not right", to receiving the initial diagnosis of Triple Negative Breast Cancer, to her six months of chemotherapy sessions, her surgery and finally the emotional ringing of the bell after her last chemotherapy session in front of her entire family. Jill's story is amazing. It's a story of resilience, courage, and...2023-04-1940 minBuilt Not Born#93 - Andrew Sobel - Creating Clients for LifeAndrew Sobel is the best selling author of 9 books including: Power Questions, Power Relationships, It Starts With Clients and Clients for Life. Andrews books have been translated into over 20 languages. He has trained over 50,000 professionals, in 52 countries, on how to create clients and keep them for life.Andrew has worked with over 200 leading clients from around the world, including companies such as PwC, Ernst & Young, IBM, McKinsey, Citibank, UBS, and Bank of America, to name a few.Andrew and I discuss how great relationships are based on great conversations and great c...2023-04-1249 minBuilt Not Born#92 - Cara Ooi, MD - The Art of Sleep (Archive)Cara Ooi, MD is a sleep physician and psychiatrist working in Toronto, Canada. Dr Ooi works with teens with insomnia, delivering a modified version of cognitive-behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I).Dr Ooi shares amazing tips, strategies and concepts that will help you, your kids or significant other get a better night sleep.We discuss how sleep disorders affect anxiety, depression and other physiological disorders.No matter who you are, from CEO to Sunday school teacher, from an MMA fighter to a parent trying to help their teen find a better rhythm for a goo...2023-04-0550 minBuilt Not Born#91 - Marcello Moghbel - A Walk Through RomeMarcello Moghbel, a native of Houston, Texas, moved to Rome, Italy when he was 12 years old. Marcello is a professional tour guide in Rome, Italy. In this episode, Marcello takes us on a walk through the "Eternal City" of Rome. He walks us through Rome's amazing sights, gives us the perfect Roman Itinerary and tells us of some amazing spots that many tourists miss.Connect with Marcello Moghbel (Tour Guide of Rome):Website: What A Life ToursEmail: marcello.moghbel@protonmail.comIG: What A Life Tours "Life is Built, Not Born."2023-03-2951 minBuilt Not Born#90 - Steve Carcarey - Baseball Into the BakerySteve Carcarey is the former head baseball coach at Widener University where he lead the team to seven consecutive twenty win seasons, including the conference championship. Steve was also named "Conference Coach of the Year" and nominated into the Montgomery Country Coaches Hall of Fame in 2023.Steve co-owns the Collegeville Italian Bakery with his wife Patrizia. Connect with Steve Carcarey:Website: The Collegeville Italian Bakery Facebook: The Collegeville Italian Bakery Facebook: Steve Carcarey IG: The Collegeville Italian Bakery "Life is Built, Not Born."Joe Ciccarone 2023-03-2251 minBuilt Not Born#89 - Paul Lizell - Real Estate: The Art of the DealPaul Lizell is a real estate investor, entrepreneur and educator.Since 2001, Paul has purchased property in 44 of 50 states. He is the founder of www.reoauctionacademy.com where he has taught hundreds of investors how to buy real estate from Online Auctions, Bank REO's and off the MLS. Paul and I also talk Crypto currencies and the world of NFT''s.Connect with Paul Lizell:YouTube: The Virtual Investor Website: www.REOActionAcademy.comLinkedIn: Paul LizellPodcast: Flipping Out "Life is Built, Not Born."Joe Ciccarone2023-03-151h 08Built Not Born#88 - Jennifer Coleman, MSN, RNC - Stop, Challenge, ChooseJennifer Coleman, MSN, RNC is a labor & delivery postpartum NICU nurse, college professor and Certified Health Coach. Jen and I discuss her past struggles battling self image and her self-described "unhealthy relationship with food." Jen discusses how she turned her life around, her mission to live a healthy life and how she is helping hundreds of other people do the same.Connect with Jennifer Coleman, MSN, RNC, & Certified Health Coach:Facebook: Jennifer Coleman, MSN, RNC Email: jencoleman27@yahoo.com#CoachedbyColeman"Life is Built, Not Born."Joe Ciccarone2023-03-0841 minBuilt Not Born#87 - Ernie Neve, CPA - Death & TaxesErnie Neve, CPA founded The Neve Group in 1995.Ernie has over 20 years of experience as a practicing Certified Public Accountant, Business Consultant, Outsourced CFO, Forensic Accountant, and Business Valuator.Ernie and I discuss the value of tax planning for the average family and why almost everyone could benefit from working with a CPA.Connect with Ernie Neve & The Neve Group:Website: The Neve GroupTwitter: The Neve GroupLinkedIn: Ernie Neve, CPA"Life is Built, Not Born."Joe Ciccarone2023-03-0249 minBuilt Not Born#86 - Valerie Worthington, PhD - Training WheelsValerie Worthington, PhD is the author of Training Wheels: How a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Road Trip Jump-Started My Search for a Fulfilling Life. Valerie is one of the female pioneers of BJJ in America. Valerie is a faculty member in the department of Mind-Body Medicine in the College of Integrative Medicine and Health Sciences at Saybrook University.Connect with Valerie Worthington, PhD:Amazon: Training WheelsFacebook: Valerie WorthingtonIG Valerie Worthington "Life is Built, Not Born."Joe Ciccarone 2023-02-2242 minBuilt Not Born#85 - Mark Ciccone - Jungle Warfare (Archive Edition)Mark Ciccone is a Vietnam veteran, where he served a 12-month combat tour as an officer in the US Army Rangers and led infantry units through heavy jungle combat.Mark shares remarkable stories of the Tet Offensive, walking point in the jungle and what it was like the day President Kennedy was assassinated. Mark shares how he and a friend to started Surfer Supplies, the first surfing supply store on the East Coast and how he became the owner of the helicopter service for radio & TV stations in the 1990's. Mark became the...2023-02-151h 17Built Not Born#84 - Dez McDonald - The Place of PeaceDez McDonald is is former MMA fighter, BJJ Black Belt, entrepreneur and podcaster. Dez and I discuss his MMA fighting career, his transition to BJJ instructor, and why he created his own clothing brand "The Place of Peace".Dez also shares what becoming a parent has taught him."When things change inside you, things change around you." - Dez McDonaldConnect with Dez McDonald:Website: The Place of PeaceYouTube: The Place of Peace PodcastIG: The Place of Peace "Life is Built, Not Born."Joe Ciccarone2023-02-0833 minBuilt Not Born#83 - Satyam Kantamneni - Founder & Chief Experience Officer of UXReactorSatyam Kantamneni is the Founder and Chief Experience Officer of UXReactor, the fastest growing specialized experience design firm in the U.S. located in Silicon Valley, California. Satyam is the author of “User Experience Design: A Practical Playbook to Fuel Business Growth.” He is a graduate of Harvard Business School and studied Design Thinking at Stanford University.Satyam and I discuss what he learned growing up in a military family, the guiding principles he uses as the foundation of UXReactor and the life lessons learned working door to door sales in India. Connect with S...2023-02-0146 minBuilt Not Born#82 - Lucius Pomerantz, MD - Cut to the BoneDr. Lucius Pomerantz is a board certified orthopedic surgeon and hand specialist living in San Diego, CA. "Dr Luke" is a former MMA fighter and Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu who trains at Victory MMA with the legendary Dean Lister and Jocko Willink. Dr Luke and I discuss how an orthopedic surgeon found his way to the MMA ring, the time his MMA training forced him to become a patient in his own hospital, the similarities of practicing medicine and training BJJ and how to minimize injury and have longevity on mat. Connect with...2023-01-2559 minBuilt Not Born#81 - Jay Papasan - The ONE ThingJay Papasan is a bestselling author and executive at Keller Williams Realty Inc.Jay's most recent book, with KW Founder Gary Keller, The One Thing, has sold 3 million copies, been translated into 42 languages and appeared on more than 500 national bestseller lists including #1 on the The Wall Street Journal business book list. Jay and I discuss his time living in France, the creative process, productivity and some killer ideas from The ONE Thing. Connect with Jay Papasan:Book: The ONE ThingWebsite: Jay Papasan Website: The ONE ThingBlog: The Twenty PercenterCompany: Keller Williams Real...2023-01-1852 minBuilt Not Born#80 - Steve Maxwell - Gracie Jiu Jitsu, Longevity and How to BreatheSteve Maxwell is a pioneer in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in America. Steve opened the first BJJ school (Maxercise) on the East Coast of the US. Steve has trained government agencies such as the DEA, Secret Service and FBI. Steve brought kettle bells to the East Coast of the US and has been named one of the Top 100 trainers in the US by Men's Journal. Connect with Steve Maxwell:Website: www.MaxwellSC.comIG: Steve Maxwell Course: Steve's BJJ Mobility DrillsBook: As a Man Thinketh Book: Body by Science Book: The Four Hour Body...2023-01-111h 12Built Not Born#79 - Seth Godin - On Creativity, Overcoming Fear and Saving the PlanetSeth Godin is the author of 20 best-selling books that have been translated in to 35 languages. Seth's daily blog is one of the most read blogs in the world. Seth and I discuss the creative process, overcoming fear, why the world needs your art and how we can save the planet. Connect with Seth Godin:Seth's BlogSeth's BooksThe Podcasting WorkshopThe Marketing Seminar The Carbon Almanac "Life is Built, Not Born."Joe Ciccarone2023-01-0340 minBuilt Not Born#78 -Tania Del Rio, PhD - Postcards from ParisTania Del Rio is the author of “Happy, Healthy & Zen in Paris” and the creator of the “Postcards from Paris” podcastTania is wellness and mindfulness coach based in Paris, France. She specializes in showing high-performing professionals how to succeed in their new assignment living abroad by teaching them how to rewire their habits to thrive in their new environment. Tania tells the story of her struggles with anxiety and how her daily YOGA practice has changed her life forever. Let's take a walk past the Eiffel tower and stroll over to the Louvre.2022-12-2850 minBuilt Not Born#77 - Sammy Oropeza (Archive Edition) - MMA, Real Estate & BelievingSammy Oropeza is a former mixed martial artist, who competed in Bellator's middleweight and welterweight divisions. Sammy and I have a far-ranging conversation: from what it was like growing up as the youngest of 6 kids, to what it was like losing his Dad to liver failure at age of 10 and how his Dad’s untimely death became the event that shaped his life forever.Connect with Sam Oropeza:IG: Sam Oropeza (@samoropezaphil)YouTube: Sammy O Mixtape of his MMA CareerLinkedIn: Sam Oropeza "Life is Built, Not Born."Joe Ciccarone2022-12-2151 minBuilt Not Born#76 - Rodd Olmstead - E-Commerce, CrossFit & Strategy for LifeRodd Olmstead is a business strategist specializing in E-commerce, Supply Chain and Change Leadership. Rodd has worked on the executive leadership teams of Walmart, Seiyu, and Hudson's Bay.Connect with Rodd Olmstead:LinkedIn: Rodd Olmstead"Life is Built, Not Born."Joe Ciccarone2022-12-1554 minBuilt Not Born#75 - Charlie "The Spaniard" Brenneman - From the Classroom to UFC CageCharlie "The Spaniard" Brenneman is a former UFC fighter, author of two books, and professional speaker. Charlie started his career as a high school Spanish teacher and shares his remarkable journey that took him from the classroom to the UFC, and now to author & professional speaker. Connect with Charlie "The Spaniard" Brenneman:Website: Charlie SpaniardPodcast: The Spaniard Show Podcast: The Spaniard SchoolBook: DrivenBook: The Worlds Toughest Lifelong Learner"Life is Built, Not Born"Joe Ciccarone2022-12-071h 03Built Not Born#74 - Gabe the Bass Player - An Artist's JourneyGabe Anderson, known as Gabe the Base Player, is a musician, writer, and producer living in Nashville, Tennessee. Gabe talks about his writing process, his night eating fried chicken with the Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl , and why Ringo Star created the chemistry that made the Beatles' possible. Connect with Gabe the Bass Player:Website: Gabe the Bass Player Facebook: Gabe the Base PlayerTwitter: Gabe the Bass Player "Life is Built, Not Born.:Joe Ciccarone2022-11-3055 minBuilt Not Born#73 - Kristi Artz, MD (Archive Edition) - The Power of Lifestyle MedicineKristi Artz, MD is an emergency medicine physician based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dr Artz focuses her medical practice on working with patients to stay out of the emergency room by helping them adopt a whole foods, plant based lifestyle.We discuss the current science that promotes WFPB diet as a tool for not only preventing chronic disease, such as high blood pressure, heart disease & diabetes, but even reversing those conditions.Dr Artz shares a bunch helpful tips and ideas of how you and your family can live a longer and healthier life.2022-11-2349 minBuilt Not Born#72 - Billy Oppenheimer - The Magic of Saying YesBilly Oppenheimer is a writer and research assistant to best selling author Ryan Holiday in Austin, TX.Billy and I discuss how a kid from Philly finds himself in Austin, Texas working for one of the best selling authors on the planet.Billy discusses his writing and creative process, how to find the courage to follow your dreams and the magic of saying yes when opportunity knocks.Connect with Billy Oppenheimer:Website: Billy OppenheimerBlog: Six at Six on Sunday Twitter: Billy Oppenheimer Website: Ryan Holiday "Life is Built, Not Born."2022-11-1653 minBuilt Not Born#71 - Kodiak Fields - 2x IBJJF World ChampionKodiak Fields is a 2x IBJJF World Masters Champion, 2x IBJJF No Gi World Champion, IBJJF No Gi European Champion, IBJJF PanAms Gi & No Gi Champion, & 2x F2W No Gi Champion. Kodiak and I discuss how being bullied as a child led him to the martial arts, how people can learn to become more competitive and what it is like recovering from major surgery with the goal of competing again on the world stage.Connect with Kodiak Fields:Website: Kodiak Fields LinkedIn: Kodiak Fields IG: Kodiak Fields BJJ Instructional: Death From Above 2022-11-0953 minBuilt Not Born#70 - Bashar Hanna, PhD - College 101Bashar Hanna, PhD is the President of Commonwealth Univerity of Pennsylvania which is comprised of Bloomsburg Univerity, Lock Haven Univerity and Mansfield University. Dr Hanna and I discuss the cost of college, is a college degree still worth the investment, America's student loan epidemic and why a person can not lead without kindness. Connect with Bashar Hanna, PhD:Website: Bashar Hanna, PhDLinkedIn: Bashar Hanna, PhD"Life is Built, Not Born."Joe Ciccarone2022-11-0247 minBuilt Not Born#69 - Bill Murphy - Thriving In the StormBill Murphy is the author of "Thriving in the Storm" and founder of the nonprofit Thrive Foundation.Bill and I discuss his abusive childhood, how he battled post-traumatic stress (PTSD) & other mental health challenges, an unexpected crises to finish an Ironman, the benefits of a morning routine, how he ran the Boston Marathon five times—including one on crutches and how he raised over $500,000 for the Make-A-Wish foundation. Connect with Bill Murphy:Book: Thriving in the Storm LinkedIn: Bill MurphyFacebook: Bill Murphy "Life is Built, Not Born."Joe Ciccarone2022-10-261h 04Built Not Born#68 - Chris Matakas - Follow Your FearsChris Matakas is a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, author of 13 books on personal development (On Jiu Jitsu, 5 Rules for White Belts & The Daily Martial Artist), and a high performance coach.Chris and I discuss why humans need resistance, the power of community and why we need to follow our fears.Connect with Chris Matakas:Website: Chris Matakas Books: Amazon link to Chris Matakas' books IG: Chris Matakas BJJ"Life is Built, Not Born."Joe Ciccarone2022-10-1948 minBuilt Not Born#67 - Cara Ooi, MD - DECODE InsomniaCara Ooi, MD is a sleep physician and psychiatrist practicing in Toronto, Canada. Dr Ooi works with teens with insomnia, delivering a modified version of cognitive-behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I).Cara is the the host of "Find the Eight" podcast, a 13-episode series, where she breaks down key sleep concepts and strategies in 10 minutes or less. Cara's latest project is DECODE Insomnia where she provides education, resources, and services for teens with insomnia and sleep timing issues as well as their parents.Connect with Cara Ooi, MD:Website: DECODE Insomnia Web...2022-10-1033 minBuilt Not Born#66 - Derek Sivers - Hell Yeah or NoDerek Sivers is a best selling author, musician, entrepreneur and TedEx speaker. Derek and I discuss his writing, how he started CD Baby, and why if something is not a "Hell Yeah!", it's an instant "No!".Connect with Derek Sivers:Website: Derek Sivers YouTube: Derek Sivers' TED TalksTwitter: Derek Sivers"Life is Built, Not Born."Joe Ciccarone2022-10-041h 01Built Not Born#65 - Phil Martelli - How to Succeed in Basketball & LifePhil Martelli is the associate head coach with the University of Michigan basketball program following a 34-year tenure at Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia.At St Joseph's Phil Martelli won six Atlantic 10 regular season/divisional titles and three A-10 Tournament championships.Phil was named NCAA National Coach of the Year in 2004, Atlantic 10 Coach of the Year four times, the USBWA District Coach of the Year, twice and the Philadelphia Big 5 Coach of the Year four times.Connect with Phil Martelli:Twitter: Phil MartelliYoutube: Saint Joseph's Hawks' 2003-2004 Basketball "Life is B...2022-09-2655 minBuilt Not Born#64 - Jeffrey Gitomer - Sell or DieJeffrey Gitomer is the best selling author who has written 15 books, including The Sales Bible and The Little Red Book of Selling,. The Little Red Book of Selling is the #1 all-time selling book on the topic of sales, has sold more than five million copies and been translated into 14 languages. Jeffrey has given over 2,500 paid speeches and has worked with the likes of Apple, Comcast, Microsoft, NY Yankees, Barnes & Noble and Coca-Cola to train their sales forces. Jeffrey and his wife Jennifer Gitomer host the "Sell or Die" podcast which has over 3 million...2022-09-1944 minBuilt Not Born#63 - Ryron Gracie - Mindset, Willpower & the Present MomentRyron Gracie is head instructor at Gracie University in Torrance, California. Ryron is the eldest grandson of Grand Master Helio Gracie, the creator of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and the eldest son of Rorion Gracie, the creator of the UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship). Ryron and I discuss mindset, willpower and why training jiu jitsu helps you live and thrive in the present moment. Connect with Ryron Gracie:IG: Ryron GracieTwitter: Ryron Gracie Website: www.GracieUniversity.com "Life is Built, Not Born."Joe Ciccarone2022-09-121h 13Built Not Born#62 - Michael Lombardi - Former NFL General Manager & 3-time Super Bowl ChampionMichael Lombardi is the author of "Gridiron Genius: A Master Class in Winning Championships and Building Dynasties in the NFL". Michael is a former NFL general manager and 3-time Super Bowl Champion. Michael shares what he learned working with coaching legends Bill Walsh of the 49ers, Al Davis of the Raiders, and Bill Belichick of the Patriots, during his three decades in the NFL.Michael and I also discuss the modern NFL and how the game is evolving. Michael is the host of the "The GM Shuffle" and creator of the The Daily...2022-09-0555 minBuilt Not Born#61 - Tom Garvey (Archive Edition) - The SECRET Apartment, Vet Stadium a Surreal MemoirTom Garvey is the author of The Secret Apartment: Vet Stadium a Surreal Memoir. The book tells the story of Tom secretly living inside of Veterans stadium, the home of the Philadelphia Eagles & Phillies, for almost 3 years. Our conversation starts off by what made Tom storm out of a college classroom at Widener University, walk down to the post office and volunteer for the Army Airborne during the Vietnam War. Tom become an Army Ranger, then leader of a special forces "A"-Team on the Cambodian border during 1969.It took 40+ years and meeting his...2022-08-2859 minBuilt Not Born#60 - Andreia Torain (Archive Edition) - Violins and Jiu JitsuAndreia Torain is a classically trained musician. Andrea teaches violin in Philadelphia. She is also a student of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.Andreia describes the connection between classical music and jiu jitsu. Andreia discusses what it is like being a women training in a mostly male dominated combat sport like Brazilian jiu jitsu.We discuss our shared experience of suffering knee injuries only few months apart, what it was like spending months watching class while rehabbing our injuries (sometimes together) and then finally breaking that fear factor of stepping back on the mat to train again. 2022-08-2150 minBuilt Not Born#59 - Jim Trunick (Archive Edition) - The CORE of LeadershipJim Trunick is the author of the acclaimed book The CORE of Leadership™, keynote speaker and leadership consultant.Jim describes the life lesson's he learned after the untimely death of his first wife from leukemia that left him to raise his 3 children while trying to keep his career going. We also talk about how Jim overcame the odds and recovered from a bicycling accident that left him in a coma during the spring of 2020.Connect with Jim Trunick:Website: www.JimTrunick.comBook: The CORE of Leadership LinkedIn: Jim Tru...2022-08-1451 minBuilt Not Born#58 - David Kaplan (Archive Edition) - WatchBox, COODavid Kaplan is Chief Operating Officer of WatchBox, the largest buyer, seller, and trader of pre-owned luxury watches in the world.David discusses building trust as a marketer, how leaders must learn from past failures and what baseball can teach our kids about life.Connect with David Kaplan:Website: www.WatchBox.comLinkedIn: David Kaplan "Life is built, not born."Joe Ciccarone2022-08-0742 minBuilt Not Born#57 - Shawn Nesbit (Archive Edition) - Good Karma & Going for NowShawn Nesbit is the CEO of Good Karma Cafe, a chain of cafes in Center City Philadelphia.Shawn discusses growing up in foster care, spending 20 years in corporate America before "Going for Now" as an entrepreneur in Philadelphia. Shawn speaks to what it's like to lead a small business through a global pandemic and social unrest.We also cover lessons learned from training Brazilian jiu jitsu, his favorite failure, and one of our favorite books.Connect with Shawn Nesbit:Website: Good Karma Cafe LinkedIn: Shawn Nesbit IG...2022-07-3132 minBuilt Not Born#56 - Trent McEntire - Overcoming Cerebral Palsy & Finding Your Own PathTrent McEntire was born with Class 1 Cerebral Palsy, which created many physical restrictions he had to overcome. Trent is the creator of "Fire Up Your Brain" which teaches proprietary techniques and strategies worldwide to help improve brain performance. Connect with Trent McEntire:Website: Fire Up Your Brain LinkedIn: Trent McEntire "Life is Built, Not Born."Joe Ciccarone2022-07-2246 minBuilt Not Born#55 - Kuri Yasuno -Autism With a Side of SushiKuri Yasuno is the author of Autism with a Side of Sushi: A Story of a Japanese Mother and Her Son on the Spectrum.Connect with Kuri Yasuno:Website: Kuri YasunoIG: Kuri YasunoAmazon: Autism with a Side of Sushi"Life is Built, Not Born."Joe Ciccarone2022-07-111h 05Built Not Born#54 - Marsha Redmon - The Art of ReinventionMarsha Redmon is an expert in teaching professionals worldwide how to fix their presentation skills so they can speak with confidence and make an impact. Marsha has reinvented her career three different times.Marsha is a former practicing attorney at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher and was an award-winning consumer and investigative reporter on CBS television in major markets. She also taught MBA students at the Smith School of Business at the University of Maryland.Connect with Marsha Redmon:· Website: Marsha Redmon· Website: www.PresenceTips.com· LinkedIn: Marsha Redmon"Life is built, not...2022-07-051h 07Built Not Born#53 - Naketa Ren Thigpen - Healing Trauma, Setting Boundaries & Being a RebelNaketa Ren Thigpen is the Best-Selling author of the book Selfish: Permission to Pause, Live, Love, and Laugh Your Way to Joy. Naketa is the CEO of ThigPro Balance and Relationship Management Institute.Her work is focused on how to heal traumas while balancing work/life and LOVE.Connect with Naketa Ren Thigpen:· LinkedIn: Naketa Ren Thigpen· Website: www.ThigPro.comPlease HIT the FOLLOW BUTTON to hear more cool interviews like this one.“Life is Built, Not Born.”Joe Ciccarone2022-06-2649 minBuilt Not Born#52 - John Stoj - Wall Street, Personal Finance & Mindset ShiftsJohn Stoj may be the only financial advisor who's managed over $3 billion and sushi kitchen. John spent decades on Wall Street. He traded and designed some of the most complex bonds ever seen. Then managed massive portfolios for large institutions. These experiences taught John two important lessons:.The more complex the investment, the greater its costs.The greater its costs, the worse it performs.In our interview, John shares his story how he shifted his mindset from making millions on Wall Street to helping the average family succeed with their personal finances as founder o...2022-06-1950 minBuilt Not Born#51 -Drexwell Seymour - Overcoming Fear & Finding PurposeDrexwell Seymour is a best selling author and TV show host on a mission to inspire, encourage and influence others to overcome setbacks, systemic injustice and to find their purpose in life. Drexwell grew up on a small island in Turks and Caicos, where there were limited opportunities and terrible colorism. Drexwell suffered from fear and an inferiority complex his entire childhood. Today Drexwell hosts a YouTube channel and Financially Speaking, a weekly radio show, and is the author of the international best-seller Rise Up And Take Your Position.Connect with Drexwell Seymour:2022-06-1235 minBuilt Not Born#50 - Alexandra DiPalma - Creativity, Podcasting & Finding Your VoiceAlex DiPalma is an executive producer, editor, consultant and educator. Alex is the co-founder of Domino Sound. She has produced television at Fusion, CNN and a daily news show at Minnesota Public Radio. Alex attended Columbia University and NYU’s Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute.She’s the executive producer of the queer hit podcast, Food 4 Thot, which OprahDaily called “one of the best LGBTQ podcasts of 2021” and was the first podcast to be integrated into Grindr’s app. She was an executive producer of HBO’s Between the World and Me Podcast and the narrative audio-drama, The Cheat Co...2022-06-0650 minBuilt Not Born#49 - Vikas Shah - Thought EconomicsVikas Shah is an entrepreneur, investor, author and philanthropist from Manchester, England.Vikas is the author of the long form blog, ‘Thought Economics’ and has been interviewing Nobel prize winners, business leaders, politicians, artists and Olympians.In 2021 he released his book, ‘Thought Economics’ featuring key selections from his interviews with the likes of Richard Branson, Maya Angelou Buzz Aldrin, Will. I. Am, Jocko Willink, Claudia Schiffer, Melinda Gates, Jimmy Wales, Mark Cuban, David Blaine, James Dyson and Usain Bolt.Connect with Vikas Shah:Website: www.ThouhgtEconomics.comFacebook: Thought Economics...2022-05-2956 minBuilt Not Born#48 -Chef Yehuda Sichel - Owner, HUDAChef Yehuda Sichel is the owner of HUDA restaurant in Center City Philadelphia. Before opening HUDA, Chef Yehuda Sichel was is the Executive Chef and Partner of Abe Fisher in Philadelphia. A restaurant from James Beard Award-winning restaurateurs, Chef Michael Solomonov and Steven Cook of CookNSolo Restaurants.Connect with Chef Yehuda Sichel & HUDA Restaurant: Website: HUDA PHLIG: HUDAIG: Chef Yehuda SichelHIT the FOLLOW BUTTON to hear more cool interviews like this one."Life is Built, Not Born."Thank you for listening!Joe Ciccarone2022-05-2240 minBuilt Not Born#47 - Lisa Morton - CEO & Founder of Roland DransfieldLisa Morton is the CEO & Founder of Roland Dransfield. Roland Dransfield is an integrated PR and content marketing agency with offices in Manchester, London and Los Angeles.Lisa & I discuss:How a bucket and a sponge changed the trajectory of her life.Why the world needs more leaders.How you can base your life on courage or comfort, NOT both. The 15 Principles that are the foundation of her business and life. Connect with Lisa Morton & Roland Dransfield:LinkedIn: Lisa MortonWebsite: Roland Dransfield Podcast: We Built This City IG: Roland Dransfield IG...2022-05-1448 minBuilt Not Born#46 - Sam Oropeza - Pennsylvania State Senate Candidate 5th DistrictSam Oropeza is the Republican candidate for Pennsylvania's 5th District in the special election taking place May 17, 2022. Sam and I discuss his platform, ideas to improve Philadelphia's 5th district and why Sam is uniquely qualified to do the job. Connect with Sam Oropeza:Campaign website: www.samforpasenate.com LinkedIn: Sam Oropeza Youtube: Sam Oropeza for PA State Senate Please Hit the FOLLOW BUTTON to hear more thought provoking discussions like this one."Life is Built, Not Born."Joe Ciccarone2022-05-0926 minBuilt Not Born#45 - Jackson Duncan - Founder of Focused AthleticsJackson Duncan is the founder of Focused Athletics in Philadelphia, PA. Focused Athletics is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides athletes in the Philadelphia area with the opportunity to optimize their potential. Focused Athletics provides underserved students with free SAT & ACT test prep, mentorship, meals, transportation and workouts on a weekly basis.To Make a Donation to Focused Athletics (Click this Link).Connect with Jackson Duncan & Focused Athletics: LinkedIn: Jackson DuncanIG: Focused Athletics 215IG: Jackson DuncanWebsite: www.focusedathletics.comPlease HIT the FOLLOW BUTTON to hear more co...2022-05-0255 minBuilt Not Born#44 - Josh Vogel - Creating a Game Plan for BJJ & LifeJosh Vogel is the co-owner of The Jiu Jitsu Company in Old City, Philadelphia. Josh & I discuss:The importance of creating a Game Plan for Jiu Jitsu and life.Longevity: How to stay on the mat.Problem solving.Self-defense vs. Sport BJJ.Lessons learned opening a small business. Connect with Josh Vogel & The Jiu Jitsu Company: The Jiu Jitsu CompanyIG: The Sloth Report The Jiu Jitsu Candle Company Please HIT the FOLLOW BUTTON to hear more cool interviews like this one. "Life is Built, Not Born." Joe Ci...2022-04-2351 minBuilt Not Born#11 - Matt Seabrook - Weathering the Storm & Finding Your PassionMatt Seabrook is the owner of Dresher Physical Therapy. Matt founded Dresher PT in 2001 and has built it into two highly respected community-based rehabilitation centers in suburban Philadelphia.Matt discuses what he and his wife Chris calls “the most challenging thing we ever went through in our lives", when their first child was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder called Hurler’s Syndrome. Matt also describes how he signed his first lease for his PT Clinic a few weeks after 9/11 in a location that was notorious for having one failed business after another. We di...2021-06-3051 min