<p>Today on <em>Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads</em>, we’re talking with the powerhouse that is <strong>B-Cide</strong> — rapper, producer, and Author of <em>Myelin My Shoes</em>. After being diagnosed with <strong>multiple sclerosis (MS)</strong> in 2011, B-Cide went from rocking stages to fighting for his health and sanity. But instead of giving up, he turned his pain into power — using <strong>music as therapy</strong> and mental resilience as his foundation.</p> <p>Recently featured in over <strong>170 media outlets,</strong> including <em>Yahoo Finance</em> and <em>Digital Journal</em>, B-Cide’s story isn’t just about illness — it’s about survival, creativity, and grit. From managing a record deal to building his streetwear brand, <strong>55 Strong</strong>, he proves that no diagnosis can silence your drive.</p> <p>We also talk about the brutal mental toll of losing independence, the power of creative outlets, and how choosing optimism can literally save your life.</p> <p><em>“You don’t get to choose what knocks you down, but you do get to choose how loud you get back up.” — Unknown.</em></p> <p><em>Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads</em> is proud to be the <strong>2024 People’s Choice Podcast Award (Best Health)</strong> and <strong>2024 Women in Podcasting Award (Best Mental Health Podcast)</strong> winner — with over <strong>2 million downloads</strong> and counting.</p> <p>Got thoughts on this episode? We wanna hear ‘em — written or voice feedback welcome at:<br><a href="https://castfeedback.com/67521f0bde0b101c7b10442a" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://castfeedback.com/67521f0bde0b101c7b10442a</a></p> <hr> <h2></h2> <strong>Episode Description</strong> <p>In this episode, <strong>Robert “B-Cide” Cardillo II</strong> takes listeners on a brutally honest ride through the highs and lows of his life. Known across the underground hip-hop scene for his raw lyrics and fearless storytelling, B-Cide built his career on perseverance and passion — long before his diagnosis ever entered the picture. He toured the country, produced tracks with major underground acts, and earned a reputation for being unapologetically authentic.</p> <p>Then, in 2011, everything changed. Diagnosed with <strong>multiple sclerosis</strong>, B-Cide suddenly faced a world of hospitals, medication, and losing control of his own body. What followed wasn’t just a health battle — it was a mental one. He speaks candidly about depression, identity loss, and how music became his escape and lifeline.</p> <p>This episode dives deep into how B-Cide rebuilt his world piece by piece: transforming his pain into poetry, launching his <strong>55 Strong</strong> clothing brand, and writing his memoir <em>Myelin My Shoes</em> — a raw and powerful look at life, illness, and reinvention. G-Rex and Dirty Skittles guide the conversation into what resilience really looks like when life takes away what you love most.</p> <p>It’s not just a story about surviving MS. It’s a story about <strong>refusing to be silenced</strong>, about finding new purpose, and about using creativity to fight back when your body, your mind, and the world say you can’t.</p> <hr> <h2></h2> <strong>Meet Our Guest — Robert “B-Cide” Cardillo II</strong> <p>Featured on 170+ news outlets, including Yahoo Finance, Digital Journal, and Benzinga. Rapper, producer, and author of <em>Myelin My Shoes</em> — a raw, unfiltered memoir about life with MS, mental health battles, and a 25-year underground music grind.</p> <p>After his MS diagnosis, B-Cide turned his creativity toward resilience — building <strong>55 Strong</strong>, a clothing brand and record label that embodies his “never quit” mindset. His story isn’t just about surviving a diagnosis; it’s about <strong>redefining what’s possible</strong> when life hits hard.</p> <p><strong>Connect with B-Cide:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Website: <a href="http://www.b-cide.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">http://www.b-cide.com</a></li> <li>Memoir: <a href="http://www.myelinmyshoes.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">http://www.myelinmyshoes.com</a></li> <li>Bandcamp: <a href="https://bcide.bandcamp.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://bcide.bandcamp.com</a></li> <li>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/bcide" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.facebook.com/bcide</a></li> <li>X: <a href="https://x.com/RealBCIDE" rel="noopener">https://x.com/RealBCIDE</a></li> <li>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@btvstudio" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@btvstudio</a></li> <li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bcide/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.instagram.com/bcide/</a></li> <li>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@bcide" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.tiktok.com/@bcide</a></li> </ul>   <hr> <h2></h2> <strong>Key Takeaways</strong> <ul> <li><strong>Music can be therapy</strong> — creativity gives purpose and relief when life feels unbearable.<