In today's episode of the podcast, Alec sits down with Dr. Nestor Rodriguez, rekindling a friendship that start back when Alec was a student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. At that time, Alec was curious about business and entrepreneurship and reached out to Nestor for advice. He said absolutely and offered Alec insights into not only his journey in business, but the life of an entrepreneur in general. The two discuss servant leadership, giving back, and innovation. How do you seize opportunities to elevate yourself? Dive in to find in - Welcome back to the Forged Ingold Podcast!

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Additional notes about today's guest:

Dr. Nestor Rodriguez is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician, Medical

Director, and founder of Carbon World Health, where he is redefining health

optimization by integrating medicine, fitness, and regenerative wellness. With a passion

for longevity and human performance, Dr. Rodriguez has worked with elite athletes,

entrepreneurs, and high performers to help them maximize their health, energy, and

vitality—not just for today, but for the long run.

Dr. Rodriguez’s journey is one of resilience, leadership, and innovation. After emigrating

from El Salvador to South Central Los Angeles, he overcame language and

socioeconomic barriers to become the first in his family to earn a high school diploma,

an Ivy League degree from Yale University in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental

Biology, and a doctorate in medicine from the University of Wisconsin School of

Medicine and Public Health.

During his medical training, Dr. Rodriguez was a trailblazer, serving as a Chief Resident

in the inaugural class of the University of Wisconsin Emergency Medicine Residency

Program. His exceptional leadership and commitment to medical education led him to

become an Assistant Residency Director, where he played a pivotal role in training the

next generation of emergency physicians. His dedication to teaching earned him

national recognition, being nominated for Assistant Residency Director of the Year and

later receiving the Faculty Teaching Award from the Council of Emergency Medicine

Residency Directors.

After a successful career in academic medicine, Dr. Rodriguez transitioned into private

practice, where he now serves as the Medical Director of Emergency Services at

Watertown Regional Medical Center. Beyond his clinical leadership, he has made a

significant impact as an entrepreneur and mentor, co-founding Carbon World Health

alongside his wife, Ashley Rodriguez, to create a comprehensive, science-driven

approach to health, performance, and aesthetics.

Dr. Rodriguez has been recognized with numerous awards, including the Impact Award

from the Urban League of Greater Madison, Entrepreneur of the Year by the Latino

Chamber of Commerce of Dane County, and most recently, his company was a finalist

for the InBusiness Small Business of the Year Award (2024).

At Mastermind and Annual Events, Dr. Rodriguez will bring his unique insights on high-

performance health strategies, longevity optimization, and the power of investing in your

future self. Through cutting-edge medical advancements, fitness science, and mindset

shifts, he helps individuals bridge the gap between traditional healthcare and next-level

performance.

For those ready to take their health seriously, Dr. Rodriguez also offers virtual concierge

medical consults, bringing elite wellness strategies directly to clients worldwide.

In today's episode of the podcast, Alec looks at the stories of Paul and Silas and how their stories test our faith. He preaches the concept of an Attitude of Gratitude and how in those moments that is when true faith is shown. What doesn't kill us makes us stronger if you hold a positive perspective - Welcome back to the Forged Ingold Podcast!

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Happy Monday everybody! Today Alec is back with more motivation, this time talking about miracles and what we can learn from Jesus's feeding of 5000 people. At the end of the feast, there is a surplus. What does this teach us about generosity and belief? Relating it to the foundation and more - Welcome back to the Forged Ingold Podcast!

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On today’s episode of the podcast, Mike Maskalunas joins Alec. The two Badger alum first met on Mike’s official visit, where he stayed with Alec. It was after that visit he flipped from Cornell to Wisconsin. Taking a leap of faith is central theme in the Forged series. How has Mike been coachable over time? His values played a big part in it.  Dive in and learn what they were!

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A core theme of the Forged series is generosity, and giving back. In today's episode of the podcast, Alec delivers a recipe for serving others and serving yourself. Taking a look at some of the work of the Ingold Foundation and principles of leadership - Welcome back to the Forged Ingold Podcast!

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So much in the Forged community centers around adoption. Where does the concept originate? In today's episode of the podcast, Alec shares a lesson on Moses and orphans as special leaders in history and the Bible. Taking that to today and there are many lessons we can take away from those leaders and the children of God. Welcome back to the Forged Ingold Podcast!

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Chris Orr, former Wisconsin teammate of Alec's, joins the Forged show today! Welcome back to the Forged Ingold Podcast! After a brief stint in the NFL after college and UFL, Chris Orr moved to coaching. He currently is the linebackers coach for Jackson State who won the FCS Championship last season. Follow along as the two Badgers discuss what Chris misses about the game, how he stays sharp mentally, empowers his day-to-day with prayer, and more. Hear from one of the greatest leaders in UW history!

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Peter writes to us through scripture that we will go through tests, but that if we have faith we will overcome. In today's episode of the podcast, Alec gives his thoughts on the New Year and ways you can approach new challenges and better your situation. He also drops a secret to release stress and discomfort in your life - Welcome back to the Forged Ingold Podcast!

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Embracing change, walking into a new year, can be uncomfortable. In today's episode of the podcast, Alec shares how to find that inner peace and seize new opportunities in the year 2025. Using the story of Paul in the Bible as an example, Alec discusses finding a bigger purpose - Welcome back to the Forged Ingold Podcast!

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Joe Schobert, former Wisconsin and NFL linebacker, joins Alec on the podcast today! Two Wisconsin natives talk cutting their teeth to the NFL. From mentors and coaches that believed in them to following a process over time. The two alum chop it up. Listen in on their thoughts on Coach Chryst, the journey to the league, the inner-talk, and more! Welcome back to the Forged Ingold Podcast!

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