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Forged For Greatness
Forged for Greatness is a podcast for entrepreneurs, creators, and anyone building something bigger than themselves. Hosted by Christopher La Forgia, this show dives into the real stories behind the grind — doubt from family and friends, early failures, survival-mode seasons, hard lessons, and the mindset required to keep going. No fluff. No filters. Just honest conversations about what it truly takes to bet on yourself and build greatness from the ground up.
Episodes
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Episode 30: The Power of Starting Over with Phil Ross
What happens when life forces you to start over? In Episode 30 of Forged for Greatness, I sit down with martial artist, entrepreneur, author, and kettlebell…
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Episode 29: The Two Ingredients of Success
Success isn't just about talent, luck, or being in the right place at the right time. It's about two things that I believe you need to maintain no matter how…
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Episode 28: Dr. Tutela | Following in His Father's Footsteps
In Episode 28 of Forged for Greatness, Chris sits down with plastic surgeon Dr. Tutela to discuss his journey into medicine, the influence his father had on…
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Episode 27: Vibe Dealers | Turning a Love for Music Into a Movement
What started as a lifelong love for music has turned into something much bigger. On Episode 27 of Forged for Greatness, Chris sits down with Matt, the creator…
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Episode 26: Betting on Himself — From Subcontractor to Business Owner | Christian Garcia
Christian Garcia didn’t have it all figured out from the start. Born in Ecuador and raised by his grandparents, it took Christian some time to find his…
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Episode 25: He Never Took Himself Seriously - Until He Built MRC Customs
Episode 25 of Forged for Greatness features Devin, founder of MRC Customs — a custom knife-making business named after the three most important people in his…
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Episode 24: Forged Through the Breakdown | Alexis Abate
Sometimes the moments that feel like they’re breaking you are actually forcing you to become someone new. In Episode 24 of Forged for Greatness, Chris sits…
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Episode 23: Sal Vicari | Building Businesses, Creating Freedom & Leaving a Legacy
In Episode 23 of Forged For Greatness, Christopher La Forgia sits down with entrepreneur and restaurateur Sal Vicari, owner of Cafe Michelina in Hoboken, real…
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Episode 22: Building a Dream Through the Struggles | Paola of Aura Pilates Studio & Cafe
In Episode 22 of Forged for Greatness, Chris sits down with Paola, co-owner of Aura Pilates Studio & Cafe, to discuss the emotional journey of opening a…
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Episode 21: From Surviving COVID to Building a Legacy | John Macaluso
In Episode 21 of Forged for Greatness, Chris La Forgia sits down with entrepreneur John Macaluso for an honest conversation about business, adversity…
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Episode 20: Fatherhood, Discipline & the Legacy We Leave Behind | Angelo Rizzitello
What does it really mean to be a great father? In this special Father’s Day conversation, I welcome back Angelo Rizzitello, owner of Rizzitello Removals, for…
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Episode 19: Building Hardbodyz Fitness: Trusting Your Gut, Never Quitting & Finding Contentment | Lou
What does success really look like? In Episode 19 of Forged for Greatness, I sit down with Lou, owner of Hardbodyz Fitness, to discuss the journey of building…
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Episode 18: The Mindset Game: How I Went From Undisciplined to Winning More Days Than I Lose
Four or five years ago, I was a completely different person. I hit the snooze button. I ate junk food regularly. I drank more alcohol than I should have. I…
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Episode 17: From Hustle to Harmony: Redefining Success with Jesus Mendez
Success used to mean one thing for Jesus Mendez: work. As the owner of two restaurants in Denville, New Jersey, Jesus grew up watching his mother build and…
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Episode 16: They Served This Country. Why Are They Still Homeless? | Eugene of Project VET
Forged for Greatness Episode 16 features a powerful and emotional conversation with Eugene from Project VET — a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising…
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Episode 15: She Came to America With Nothing... Now She Owns a Hair Studio
In Episode 15 of Forged for Greatness, I sit down with Lucia, co-owner of Artim Studio in East Hanover, New Jersey, to talk about her family’s journey escaping…
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Episode 14: Why Mothers Are the Real Breadwinners | Mother's Day Special
In this special Mother’s Day episode of Forged for Greatness, Christopher breaks down a few powerful reasons why mothers are often the true breadwinners of the…
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Episode 13: When Family Comes First | The Decision That Defines You w/ Angelo Rizzitello
What would you do if a high-paying opportunity landed on the exact same day as one of the most important moments in your child’s life? In this powerful and…
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Episode 12 - From Kitchen Chaos to Sicilian Craft: Building Sapori di Sicilia
In Episode 12 of Forged for Greatness, we sit down with Anthony, founder of Sapori di Sicilia, a brand rooted in tradition, resilience, and authentic Sicilian…
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Episode 11: From Nurse to Entrepreneur: How Carol Built a Business Bringing Calm to Chaos
Episode 11 of Forged for Greatness features Carol, founder of Bringing Tidy Home—an organizing and decluttering business that’s transforming not just spaces…
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Episode 10: Forged in Failure: The Dream That Built Me
In this special Episode 10 of Forged for Greatness, the roles are reversed. Christopher sits in the guest seat while his cousin Mario takes over as host—asking…
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Episode 9: 12 Rehabs, 2 Sons, 1 Turning Point: Matthew Anderson's Journey Back
In Episode 9 of Forged for Greatness, I sit down with Matthew Anderson, former state champion wrestler whose life took an unexpected and devastating turn…
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Episode 8: Forging Your Own Path: The Rise of Lake Born Coffee
Chris, founder of Lake Born Coffee, shares how a single moment in Colorado led to building a specialty coffee brand rooted in community and culture. After…
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Episode 7: Stay Above the Line: Building a Business When Everything's Against You
In Episode 7 of Forged for Greatness, I sit down with Nicole, founder of All Styling Studio in Denville, New Jersey, to unpack a story that defines resilience…
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Forged For Greatness Ep. 6 | From Candy Hustle to Closing Homes with Stephen Vanness
At just a young age, Stephen Van Ness learned something most people never do… Before real estate, before listings, before commissions — there was a school bus……
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Episode 5: Courageous Decisions - Lessons from My First Three Guests
In this episode of Forged for Greatness, I reflect on the three biggest lessons I learned from my first three incredible guests: Patched with Love, Jordan…
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Episode 4 - Your Struggle Is Your Strength | Jordan Toma on Turning Learning Disabilities Into a Superpower
What if the thing you struggled with the most growing up could become your greatest strength? In this episode of Forged for Greatness, I sit down with…
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Episode 3 - Relentless Resilience: Forged Through Adversity
In this episode, Randy Patrizio shares the story behind his journey from launching a DJ business in 2015 to building a thriving company that now services both…
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Episode 2: From Onesies to Opportunity - Building Patched with Love | Amanda & Izzie
What happens when you stop waiting for the perfect moment and simply start? In Episode 2 of Forged for Greatness, I sit down with Amanda and Izzie, the…
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Forged in the Fire: The Beginning
In the very first episode of Forged for Greatness, I share my story — the early doubts, the survival-mode years in business, the lessons from wins and losses…