From Hollywood Dreams to Purposeful Entrepreneurship with Ianthe Mauro

In this inspiring episode, Mike C-Roc sits down with multi-hyphenate entrepreneur and creative visionary Ianthe Mauro—actress, writer, teacher, candle designer, product curator, podcast co-host, and founder of Gan Aden Farms tallow skincare. As the Founder and CEO of Objects with Purpose, an eco-luxury candle brand featured in the Oscar Swag Bag, The Today Show, HGTV Frontdoor, USA Today, The New York Times Magazine, and carried in over 200 stores nationwide, Ianthe shares the journey of building a purpose-driven brand while staying true to herself.The conversation goes far beyond business, diving into Ianthe’s upbringing surrounded by accomplished musicians and intellectuals, including her father’s connection to legendary composer Leonard Bernstein. She reflects on being raised by deeply loving parents, the impact that foundation had on her life, and why gratitude, love, and light remain the guiding principles behind everything she does. Ianthe also opens up about her lifelong passion for acting, the realities of Hollywood, and the difficult decision to walk away from an industry that often treated artists as products rather than storytellers.Throughout the episode, Ianthe shares powerful lessons on authenticity, resilience, creativity, and embracing a life that doesn’t fit into a single box. She discusses balancing entrepreneurship with motherhood, becoming a creator with purpose, and why following your own path—rather than conforming to expectations—can lead to the most meaningful success. This episode is a heartfelt reminder that our greatest impact comes when we fully embrace who we are and create from a place of intention, service, and unapologetic self-expression.Website:Ganadenfarms.co https://www.instagram.com/ianthemauro/