Makers, Mystics, and the Music: Exploring Art, Faith, and Identity with Stephen Roach

In this soul-stirring episode of What Are You Made Of? , Mike "C-Roc" sits down with musician, poet, and creative visionary Stephen Roach for a powerful conversation that fuses rhythm, art, spirituality, and authenticity. Fresh off an inspiring trip to Utah with Richard Branson, Mike "C-Roc" dives into Stephen’s rich Southern roots, growing up surrounded by bluegrass musicians and discovering his voice through poetry and experimental music. Stephen shares his unique musical journey—from leading drum circles at Grateful Dead shows and composing cinematic scores to founding The Breath & the Clay creative arts community and Makers & Mystics , a podcast exploring the intersection of art and faith. Their discussion flows through everything from death metal and smoke bombs to world music, DNA and musical resonance, and even the unlikely appeal of a Selena Gomez track. They also explore the nuances of spiritual identity, the difference between dogma and relationship, and how true greatness starts with self-love and radiates outward. With candid stories, humor, and deep reflection, this episode reminds us that creativity, belonging, and belief can coexist in powerful ways—and that being made of “rhythm and bones, poetry, music, and a love for home” is something to celebrate. Website-http://makersandmystics.com Social Media Links/Handles- https://www.instagram.com/thebreathandtheclay/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/makersandmystics/?hl=en