The MCP Project with Marisa Padilla

What happens when you’ve checked all the boxes—success, money, family—and still feel completely lost?

In this powerful episode of The MCP Project, Marissa Padilla sits down with Lions Not Sheep founder Sean Whalen for an unfiltered conversation on building from rock bottom, redefining masculinity, and the raw truth about purpose, discipline, and walking with God.

From personal rock bottoms to six-pack discipline and business leadersh...

What happens when your guest cancels and your co-hosts go completely off-script? You get one of the most raw, hilarious, and unexpectedly powerful episodes of The MCP Project yet.

Marisa Padilla is joined by her partner Josh Holder and Producer WIGNZ for a no-holds-barred conversation about goals, discipline, mental toughness, and the 75 Hard challenge—and yes, there are plenty of laughs (and bloopers) along the way.

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In this unforgettable episode of The MCP Project, Marissa sits down with Setema Gali—former NFL Super Bowl champion turned elite performance coach—for one of the most powerful and transparent conversations we’ve ever had. From fainting at his first football practice to catching a divine whisper that led him to the New England Patriots, Setema shares how faith, adversity, and purpose shaped every step of his journey.

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What does it really take to create a life of true success—not just in your bank account, but in your health, relationships, mindset, and legacy?In this powerful and inspiring episode of The MCP Project, Marissa Padilla sits down with Ali Haseeb, known as Ali the Alchemist—bestselling author, entrepreneur, speaker, and founder of The Circle Syndicate. From losing close family members to generating $3.4M in 3 minutes, Ali shares the ...

What happens when a trailer-park kid with a camcorder, relentless hustle, and a little weed-fueled ambition dares to chase greatness?

In this episode, host Marisa Padilla flips the mic on her own producer — Jared Wigand, aka Producer WIGNZ — the creative force behind The MCP Project and a digital powerhouse who’s worked with Colorado’s biggest brands, gone viral more than once, and built not one, but two successful companies from sc...

In this heartwarming and hilarious episode of The MCP Project, Marissa sits down with her 91-year-old grandmother, Karen, for an unforgettable conversation spanning nearly a century of life. From performing in WWII victory shows at age eight to nearly becoming one of Lawrence Welk’s “Champagne Ladies,” Grandma Karen shares rich memories, raw truths, and timeless wisdom.

They talk about growing up during the Great Depression, the sim...

Marisa Padilla sits down with Scott Messick — a visionary executive producer known for shaping family-friendly, purpose-driven content at BYUtv, and previously at ESPN and Fox Sports. Scott opens up about his unique journey through the media industry, how faith and values inform his storytelling, and the importance of creating content that uplifts, educates, and resonates with future generations.

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In this powerful episode of The MCP Project Podcast, we sit down with Chip Hopper, internationally acclaimed ghostwriter, bestselling book consultant, and founder of BookJedi. Chip shares how the simple act of shifting your perspective can completely transform your life and your future.

💡 Stuck in fear, doubt, or the weight of your past? Chip unpacks how mindset shifts and clarity can unlock healing, purpose, and breakthrough.

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In this powerful episode of The MCP Project, we sit down with none other than Keaton Hoskins, widely known as “The Muscle” on social media and one of the standout figures from the hit show Diesel Brothers. But beyond the fame and fitness, Keaton is a man on a mission—driven by faith, purpose, and an unshakable desire to serve others.We dive deep into Keaton’s journey from building success through hard work and relentless drive, to ...

In this powerful episode of The MCP Project Podcast, Marisa Padilla sits down with Pastor Rick Long—founder of Grace Church in Arvada—to discuss his incredible 37+ year journey in ministry. From starting with 23 people in a living room to leading a global movement across 120 countries and 5 continents, Pastor Rick shares his story of faith, resilience, heartbreak, and transformation.

Discover how a Native American boy from Colorado ...

In this inspiring and wildly entertaining episode of The MCP Project Podcast, Colorado’s beloved news anchor Chris Parente joins Marisa for a deep — yet hilarious — conversation about living life with levity and purpose.

Chris shares powerful lessons from his decades in TV news, including how he brings joy to heavy news cycles, and reveals his spiritual journey through addiction recovery and the 12 steps. He opens up about how h...

In this powerful episode of The MCP Project, we sit down with Ken Solomon—better known to millions as Rocky, the legendary Denver Nuggets mascot. For 33 years, Ken brought laughter, hype, and heart to the court. But behind the mask was a man pushing through pain, pressure, and personal battles.

Ken shares how a high school dream—sparked by the San Diego Chicken—led to a life-changing role with the Nuggets in 1990. He opens up about ...

In this debut episode of The MCP Project Podcast, we sit down with Josh Holder, owner of the world’s #1 Google-rated haunted house, the oldest haunted house in Colorado, founded in 1983. Josh shares his emotional journey of taking over the family business after the sudden loss of his father, Bradley Holder, who passed away from cancer when Josh was just 13. Learn about his entrepreneurial journey, keeping his father’s legacy alive,...