A Marine, a monk, and a money manager walk into a bar—and somehow, they’re all the same person. In this powerful and wide-ranging conversation, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Douglas Lynam to unpack one of the most unconventional life journeys you’ll ever hear. Doug shares how he went from Marine Officer Candidate School to spending twenty years as a Benedictine monk, only to later emerge into the world of finance as a financial advisor, business coach, keynote speaker, and author. Along the way, he opens up about childhood experiences with money, rebellion, faith, purpose, and the surprising ways our relationship with wealth is shaped long before we realize it.

Doug dives deep into his time in the monastery, including how a vow of poverty collided head-on with financial reality when the monastery went bankrupt—and how that moment forced him to confront money rather than avoid it. That unexpected responsibility became the catalyst for his lifelong work exploring the psychology, philosophy, and spirituality of money. He explains how earning, saving, investing, and giving must work together, why “giving first” without a foundation can backfire, and how money, when understood properly, becomes a tool for meaning rather than a source of fear or control.

The conversation also explores Doug’s books, From Monk to Money Manager and Taming Your Money Monster, his TEDx talk on purpose and wealth, and the idea that true financial mastery begins with self-awareness, courage, and alignment with values. This episode challenges conventional money advice, blends spiritual wisdom with practical finance, and invites listeners to rethink not just how they manage money—but why they do it in the first place.

Website- douglynam.com

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https://www.facebook.com/douglynam/

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-lynam/

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

https://substack.com/@douglynam

In this powerful episode of What Are You Made Of ? Show, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Eric Zimmer, creator and host of The One You Feed podcast, now in its 12th year with more than 50 million downloads worldwide.

Eric shares his deeply personal journey from heroin addiction, homelessness, and facing prison in his twenties to building a meaningful life rooted in purpose, intention, and service.

Through honest reflection, Eric unpacks how addiction shaped his understanding of change, why willpower alone isn’t enough, and how learning the skill of change helped him rebuild his life from the inside out.

The conversation explores identity, shame, recovery, small daily commitments, and the power of choosing progress over perfection. Eric also opens up about transitioning from the software world into full-time podcasting, coaching, and thought leadership, prioritizing quality of life over financial excess, and why small habits compound into massive transformation.

The episode dives into the philosophy behind his new book, How a Little Becomes a Lot: The Art of Small Changes for a More Meaningful Life, offering listeners practical insights on building self-trust, breaking destructive cycles, and creating a life that truly works.

This is a raw, insightful, and inspiring conversation for anyone navigating change, recovery, entrepreneurship, or the pursuit of a more intentional life.Website- www.oneyoufeed.net

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https://www.instagram.com/one_you_feed/

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

On this episode of What Are You Made Of?, Mike "C-Roc" sits down with Mara Dorne, a self-made millionaire, best-selling author, public speaker, and award-winning BILF (“Boss I'd Like to Follow”), to uncover the journey behind her success. Mara shares how she rose from early adversity—losing her father at a young age and facing financial struggles as a newlywed—to transform the health insurance industry with relentlessness, vision, and an unwavering drive.

Listeners get an inside look at Mara’s path from entering a male-dominated field with no prior experience in sales to building thriving teams, mentoring thousands of agents, and leveraging her achievements into a powerful personal brand.

She opens up about the pivotal moments that shaped her, the lessons she learned navigating setbacks, and the strategies she used to empower others while staying true to her purpose.

This episode is a masterclass in resilience, leadership, and the art of turning opportunity into impact, proving that real influence comes from action, not just appearances.

Website-https://maradorne.com

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https://www.instagram.com/maradorne

https://www.instagram.com/bilfpod/