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 educa…

CLICK THIS LINK -->>> SIGN UP FOR THE NEW BUILT NOT BORN BLOG Harry 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 tre…

CLICK THIS LINK -->>> SIGN UP FOR THE NEW BUILT NOT BORN BLOG Lucius 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, "Cu…

Amy 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 Jo…

Terry 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 fr…

CLICK THIS LINK -->>> SIGN UP FOR THE NEW BUILT NOT BORN BLOG Matt 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…

Angelo Cataldi was legendary voice of Philadelphia sports fans for 33 years as the host of The Morning Show on Sports Talk 94.1 WIP For 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 P…

Built 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 im…

Kate 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 …

Guy 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 …

CLICK THIS LINK -->>> SIGN UP FOR THE NEW BUILT NOT BORN BLOG Ryron 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 t…

CLICK THIS LINK -->>> SIGN UP FOR THE NEW BUILT NOT BORN BLOG Best Selling author Donald Robertson returns to Built Not Born to talk about his latest book, "Marcus Aurelius: The Stoic Emperor". Donald is a Cognitive Behavior Therapist and best selling author of "How to Think Like a Roman Emperor:The Stoic Philosophy of Marcus Aurelius." & the graph…

CLICK THIS LINK -->>> SIGN UP FOR THE NEW BUILT NOT BORN BLOG Stephanie 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 increas…

CLICK THIS LINK -->>> SIGN UP FOR THE NEW BUILT NOT BORN BLOG Andrew Roberts has authored some of the most epic biographies of our time like 'Napoleon the Great', 'Churchill: Walking with Destiny', & 'George III: The Last King of America.' Andrew has written or edited twenty books, which have been translated into twenty-eight languages, and appears…

CLICK THIS LINK -->>> SIGN UP FOR THE NEW BUILT NOT BORN BLOG Lt. 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 Infantr…

CLICK THIS LINK -->>> SIGN UP FOR THE NEW BUILT NOT BORN BLOG Jeffrey Gitomer returns for his second appearance on the Built Not Born Podcast Jeffrey 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, …

Tricia 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 o…

CLICK THIS LINK -->>> SIGN UP FOR THE NEW BUILT NOT BORN BLOG Robin 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 d…

CLICK THIS LINK -->>> SIGN UP FOR THE NEW BUILT NOT BORN BLOG Seth 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 wit…

CLICK THIS LINK -->>> SIGN UP FOR THE NEW BUILT NOT BORN BLOG Micah 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 tr…

CLICK THIS LINK -->>> SIGN UP FOR THE NEW BUILT NOT BORN BLOG Javier 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 …

CLICK THIS LINK -->>> SIGN UP FOR THE NEW BUILT NOT BORN BLOG J.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", …

No 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 #Episode123…

Jay Papasan is a bestselling author and executive at Keller Williams Realty Inc. Jay returns for his second appearance on Built Not Born. Jay's most recent book, The ONE Thing, co-authored with Keller Williams Founder Gary Keller has sold over 3 million copies, has been translated into 42 languages and appeared on more than 500 national bestseller …

Guest 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 …

Leanne 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 …

Robin 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 Cava…

The In-Between Episode Sometimes 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 Channel Blog: Built Not Born Substack Blog TikTok: Built Not Born TikTo…

Michael 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 NF…

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 a…

Christopher 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 …

In 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 -…

Marco "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 bu…

Ken 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 exp…

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 Ce…

Javier 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 taug…

Episode #109 Built 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 …

Cam 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 care…

Henry 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 Ric…

Former Cincinnati Red, and present Bowling Green Hot Rods coach, Skeeter Barnes joins Jason Harbison and Todd Smith. Skeeter's high school coach called the show.By ESPNKY

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…

Jason Harbison and Todd Smith are joined by Cincinnati Reds rookie pitcher Matt McLain. He is part of the youth movement that has turned the season around for Cincinnati.By ESPNKY

Cincinnati Reds broadcaster Tommy Thrall joins the show to chat with Jason Harbison and Todd Smith.By ESPNKY

Bowling Green Hot Rods assistant GM Ashlee Wilson challenges Jason Harbison to join the celebrity hot dog eating contest. He accepts. Also, Todd Smith and Jason continue to celebrate this Reds team.By ESPNKY

Jason Harbison and Todd Smith chat with former Cincinnati Reds pitcher and coach Tom Hume. They are very excited by the Reds' recent run.By ESPNKY

Jason Harbison and Todd Smith break down the state of the Reds, which has made a turn for the positive.By ESPNKY

Jason Harbison and Todd Smith are joined by Cincinnati Reds beat reporter C. Trent Rosecrans.By ESPNKY

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…

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…

Maliq 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 …