Healing, Hope, and Human Trafficking: A Conversation with Dr. John A. King

In this powerful and deeply moving episode of What Are You Made Of?, host Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Dr. John A. King — a bestselling author, award-winning filmmaker, and founder of The Phoenix Collective — to unpack a story of trauma, transformation, and triumph.A former trafficked child who rebuilt his life from rock bottom, Dr. King shares his remarkable journey of turning pain into purpose. He opens up about rediscovering buried memories of childhood abuse, confronting the lasting psychological scars, and ultimately reclaiming his identity through faith, resilience, and the refusal to be defined by his past.Together, Mike "C-Roc" and Dr. King dive into what it truly means to embody relentless resilience. They explore how trauma shapes authenticity, the courage it takes to heal, and the powerful mindset required to perform under pressure — lessons that Dr. King now teaches to elite military units, Olympic athletes, and Fortune 500 executives.Dr. King also discusses his behind-the-scenes work exposing human trafficking networks linked to major international cases, emphasizing the urgent need for awareness, accountability, and protection for survivors.This conversation is raw, eye-opening, and deeply human — a testament to the strength of the human spirit and living proof that you can rise from anything.Website-www.drjohnaking.com www.phoenixcollective.appSocial Media Links/Handles:https://www.facebook.com/drjaking/https://www.instagram.com/drjohnakinghttps://www.linkedin.com/in/drjohnaking/ https://www.youtube.com/user/provokebloghttps://x.com/drjohnaking