McKinli joins Mike Torchia to share a journey she sums up as "living ten lives." Raised in a strict Mormon household in Utah, married at 19, and a stay-at-home mom of four by her late twenties, McKinli talks candidly about leaving the church, surviving a difficult marriage and a damaging relationship after it, and the emotional scars she's still working through — all while quietly building a clothing business that went viral overnight.

She and Mike get into how she turned a single photo of her daughter's outfit into 10,000 orders, why she's now stepping into acting, how she's raising her own kids to choose their beliefs and passions for themselves, and her mission to help other women find a way out of hard situations. Along the way, Mike shares stories of his own — from his early days at a veterinary clinic to the fashion lessons his grandmother taught him and the Sunday mornings that brought him closer to his father.

An honest, warm conversation about starting over, staying real, and thriving on the other side of it.

Lisa Huscher joins Mike Torchia to talk about living an intuitive life — how she discovered her gift as a child, what it means to be an empath, and how she helps people find clarity and purpose. Mike opens up about his own experiences, from a premonition he ignored before a life-changing accident to the signs he believes his late mother still sends him. Together they explore grief, connection, pets and the afterlife, and simple ways to tune in to the people and world around us.

Author Johnny Cosmo on The Regulars, Old-School LA Bars & Why No App Can Replace a Real Conversation

Author Johnny Cosmo joins the show to talk about his book The Regulars — a love letter to the disappearing world of old-school Los Angeles and New York bars, and the unforgettable characters who hold court in them. From Dan Tana's to the Frolic Room, Johnny makes the case that the best conversations, connections, and life lessons don't happen at the trendy new hotspot — they happen at the worn-in corner joint where everybody's got a nickname and a story.

We get into why "all that glitters isn't gold," how to actually meet people without a dating app, the classic Hollywood restaurants vanishing one lease at a time, and how The Regulars is now being developed into a feature film — with actor Jeff Fahey (known for Lost, The Lawnmower Man, and Machete) attached to produce

Mike Torchia interviews renowned Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Hooman Melamed and gets to the bottom of how to fix and protect your spine. And back.

He's played some of the most terrifying villains on screen — the Albino in Banshee, roles in Thor, Game of Thrones, Star Trek Into Darkness, Dumbo, and True Detective — but off camera, Joseph Gatt might be the warmest, most grateful person you'll meet.

In this episode of Live Well and Thrive, Joseph sits down with Mike Torchia to talk about the road that got him here: a working-class London childhood, losing his hair to alopecia as a teenager and the bullying that came with it, a near-breaking point where his late father's voice pulled him back, and the relentless mindset that turned "you're not pretty enough for this business" into a Hollywood career. Along the way: unforgettable stories about Anthony Hopkins, Jean-Claude Van Damme, Colin Farrell, Ron Howard, and Tim Burton.

An honest, funny, and genuinely inspiring conversation about resilience, craft, and finding strength in the things that were supposed to break you.

In this episode Mike interviews Bruce Cardenas, the former Marine and LAPD officer who helped grow Quest Nutrition from a kitchen-made protein bar to a multi-billion-dollar brand. Bruce shares his journey from New Jersey to Los Angeles, his early days as a bodyguard and Gold’s Gym regular, and the grassroots marketing and relationship-driven hustle that powered Quest’s explosive growth.

Topics include Bruce’s new bestselling book Lead With Value and upcoming book The Servant Leader, the founding of Legendary Foods and its high-protein, relatable products (including a 48g-protein mac & cheese), R&D and flavor innovation, and the company’s philanthropic work funding cancer and heart disease research. Bruce also discusses practical lessons on branding, affiliate programs, trade shows, and why serving others has been central to his career. Expect inspiring stories, candid advice for aspiring authors and entrepreneurs, and insights on longevity, biohacking, and community loyalty in the fitness industry.

Live well and thrive. The future of wellness starts here. The movement transforming health and wellness worldwide. Live longer, move smarter, feel unstoppable.

In this episode host Mike interviews Larry Gator — CEO/COO of Global Management Studios, nationally syndicated radio and TV host, and author — about his upcoming book The Life and Death of Kobe Bryant. Larry lays out his investigation into Kobe’s life, relationships, legal battles, and the circumstances surrounding the helicopter crash, and explains why he feels the full story hasn’t yet been told.

Beyond Kobe, the conversation explores athlete psychology, trauma and neuroplasticity, biomechanics and regenerative medicine, biohacking and recovery tools (from peptides and TRT to hyperbaric therapy), and practical protocols for sleep, breathwork and mind–body repair. Larry also discusses his Superhuman Optimization program and work with athletes, first responders and clergy to restore physical performance and mental resilience.

Expect a candid, provocative mix of cultural critique, controversial questions about Kobe’s legacy, and actionable wellness insights for anyone interested in sports, mental health, and high-performance longevity.

A heartfelt conversation with actress Dawn Olivieri. Watch Dawn Olivieri share her inspiring journey from the excitement of Hollywood to the peace and purpose of her 160-acre animal sanctuary, where she helps rescue horses and other animals while continuing her acting career. Joined by Tahlia Fischer, she reflects on compassion, balance, and making a lasting difference, one life at a time.

Isaiah Miranda is an actor and filmmaker who has built a strong following through bold, socially driven content and raw, fearless storytelling. Known for creating impactful short-form and cinematic pieces that resonate deeply online, his work cuts straight to the truth—unfiltered, emotionally charged, and unapologetically real. Isaiah’s success comes from his ability to merge artistic integrity with modern digital platforms, creating content that sparks conversation, challenges norms, and refuses to play it safe.

Zarah Rivera is a seasoned actress and model with a strong background in theatre, film, and television. Born in Bremerton, Washington, to a veteran boxer and a devoted homemaker, her early life was shaped by resilience and creativity. At the age of five, her family relocated to Guam, which became home for the next 17 years. While living on the island, Zarah began modeling and developed a passion for the performing arts, appearing in several theatrical productions. Her love for acting was reignited years later while attending the University of Nevada - a turning point that set her firmly on the path to a career in performance. Since then, she has brought depth and authenticity to a wide range of roles in both theater and independent film. Her stage credits include iconic productions such as Death of a Salesman, showcasing her versatility and emotional range as an actress.