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”It’s A Wrap with Rap”From Gunshot to Comeback: Mark Akin's Journey of Survival and PurposeIn this episode Mark Akins shares his powerful life story — from childhood abuse, depression, and a near-fatal suicide attempt to homelessness and finally rebuilding his life through trade work, sales, writing, and coaching. Mark discusses how challenging your perception can free you from anxiety, the lessons he learned from recovery, practical tips for cold calling and sales, and how he now helps others as a perception coach and motivational speaker. Sponsors:   Stacey Roberts, author of "The Pain Free Formula"                    Judy Kim Cage, author of "Supersurvivor"                    Hero Soap Company-Use code RAP for a 10% discount Li...
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”It’s A Wrap with Rap”No Nonsense Sleep: Reclaim Rest Without Pills-UK Sleep Expert Tracy HanniganHost Ron Rapaport speaks with UK sleep therapist Tracy Hannigan about evidence-based approaches to insomnia, including CBT and ACT. They cover causes of poor sleep, nightmares, sleep procrastination, the role of medications and tracking apps, travel and jet lag tips, and differences between insomnia and sleep apnea. Tracy shares practical, non-gimmicky advice—don't over-monitor sleep, keep a consistent wake-up time with morning light, food and movement, and reduce fear around sleeplessness—and points listeners to tracythesleepcoach.co.uk for resources and support. Sponsors:   John Jay author of "Ninette's War: A Jewish Story of Survival in 1940's Fra...
2025-11-1152 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”From the Beer Barrel Polka to Pain-Free: How One Dance Sparked a Healing RevolutionRegistered nurse and pelvic/sexual health physiotherapist Stacey Roberts joins  Ron Rapaport to tell how a painful polka moment led her to develop The Pain-Free Formula: a functional-medicine approach that treats root causes of chronic pain using non-invasive tools like SoftWave shockwave therapy, hormone optimization, and gut health strategies. They discuss misconceptions about inflammation and pain, how stress and hormones affect joints and nerves, ways to avoid unnecessary surgeries, and practical steps listeners can take to find long-term relief. Stacey also shares her work with athletes, her book, and her podcast for deeper learning. Sponsors:    Dr...
2025-10-2651 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Stop Sabotaging Yourself: The T-Now Method to Break the CycleDr Philip  Agrios discusses his discovery of an inborn self-sabotaging trait and introduces the T-Now method, a practical approach to identify your personal saboteur and apply its antidote to stop self-protection that blocks growth. This episode covers real patient and business examples, how the trait shows up in relationships and careers, ways parents and leaders can apply the method, and actionable steps to move from protection to lasting success. Sponsors:   John Jay, author of "Ninette's War, A Jewish Story of Survival in 1940's France"                   Dr Scott Geise, author of "A Disturbing Injustice"          ...
2025-10-1655 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”"From Challenge to Triumph: Dorsey's Journey with Apert Syndrome"Join us on this riveting episode of It's A Wrap With Rap as we welcome Dorsey Ross, an inspirational speaker and ordained minister, who was born with a rare congenital disability called Apert Syndrome. Despite being told he might not survive, Dorsey's journey is one of incredible faith, resilience, and overcoming adversity. Listen as Dorsey shares his experiences growing up with physical challenges, undergoing multiple surgeries, and the unwavering support from his family and faith community. Discover how he defied the odds by pursuing higher education and becoming a beacon of hope for others facing similar challenges.
2025-09-2944 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Defying Limitations: David W. Brown's Journey from Small Town to Navy SEALWelcome to another episode of "It's a Wrap with Rap," where Ron Rapaport provides an inspiring conversation aimed at enhancing mental well-being and daily life. This episode delves into the life of David W. Brown, a man who shattered expectations by becoming a U.S. Navy SEAL despite his small stature of 5'3" and weighing 110 pounds. David's story is a testament to resilience, determination, and the power of not allowing others to define your limits. Join Ron and David as they explore his beginnings in a modest town in Pennsylvania, his family's blue-collar background, and the pivotal...
2025-09-1656 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Navigating the Journey of Gay Parenting and Foster AdoptionIn this episode of "It's a Wrap with Wrap," host Ron Rapaport welcomes Lane IgoudIn, a Los Angeles-based writer and proud father, to discuss the complexities and emotional journey of fostering and adopting children through the Los Angeles County system. Lane shares his personal experience as a gay parent navigating the foster process to adopt, highlighting the challenges, legal battles, and heartwarming moments he and his husband faced while building their family. Lane talks candidly about his memoir "A Family, Maybe Two Dads, Two Babies, and The Court That Brought Us Together," which documents the trials and...
2025-09-0356 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Zulma Williams, " The Swearing Therapist", Inspiring Journey from Struggles to StrengthIn this episode of 'It's a Wrap with Wrap", host Ron Rapaport brings you an inspiring conversation with Zulma Williams, known as the swearing therapist. Zuma is a licensed therapist, breast cancer survivor, motivational speaker, and founder of Dragonfly Therapy Services. Originally from Argentina, her journey encompasses overcoming vast challenges such as discrimination, mental health struggles, abusive relationships, immigration issues, and a breast cancer diagnosis. Listen as Zulma shares her transformative story of survival and thriving against all odds. Gain valuable insights into reframing adversity, fostering mental health, and rediscovering purpose. Zulma discusses her unique therapy approach...
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”It’s A Wrap with Rap”The Inner Game of Stress with Dr. John HortonJoin host Ron Rapaport in another enlightening episode of It's A Wrap With Rap, where the focus is on overcoming life's challenges and enriching our mental well-being. In this episode, Dr. John Horton, a distinguished integrative medicine expert, shares his vast experience from his journey through academia, clinical practice, and hospice care. Dr. Horton discusses the core themes from his acclaimed book, "The Inner Game of Stress," and uncovers the secrets to managing stress and tapping into the body's inherent wisdom. Listen in as Dr. Horton explains the significance of shifting from a stress-driven life to one...
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”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Jessica Faulds, MS Warrior, Women's Health Advocate and Plant Based Nutrition ExpertHost Ron Rapaport talks with Jessica Faulds from Calgary Alberta, Canada about her journey dealing with Multiple Sclerosis, a dismissive health care system and becoming her own health advocate to overcome. Jessica joins us to step into her own story fully, to share her journey with us and to help others embrace their own definition of health, advocating for themselves and finding strength in their own chaos.  Sponsors:     Hero Soap Company-Use code RAP for a 10% discount                     https://www.herosoapcompany.com                     Paul Rushworth Brown, author of "Outback Odyssey"                     Available from Amazon-Click Link          ...
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”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Jen Mitchell Love-Divorce with Love and PeaceMeet Jen Mitchell Love, attorney, mediator and Intuitive Health and Wellness Life Coach with a mission to transform the way people experience divorce.  Jen creates a high-vibrational, love centered approach to divorce that shifts the process from destruction to empowerment, growth and healing.  Jen has authored her book "Shine, Soul, Shine" to help people move from the darkness of divorce into the light, providing a loving roadmap for transformation.   Sponsors:      Kelly Tuttle, Author of "After the Crash"                        Available from Amazon                        https://amzn.to/3GfZV9p                      Jen Mitchell Love, Author of "Shine, Soul, Shine"          ...
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”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Marilyn Getas-Byrne-Taking the Path of Least RegretJoin host Ron Rapaport as he interviews Marilyn Getas Byrne a former television news reporter and anchor for CBS and NBC affiliates on the East and West coasts of the United States. At age 40 with two young children, breast cancer entered the picture and set her on a new path. Through her writing, motivational speaking and patient navigation she shares with us the challenges, tragedies and triumphs to help inspire others to believe they too can find their way through hard times and discusses the subject of Healing Touch that she practices.   ...
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”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Kijuan Amey-Don't Focus on Why MeMeet the visionary behind Amey Motivation, Kijuan Amey former United States Airforce in-flight refueling specialist.  Kijuan is also a mentor and ambassador for the Air Force Wounded Warriors, an accomplished drummer, on -stage actor, and now author of the best seller book "Don't Focus on Why Me".   On May 5, 2017, Kijuan was involved in a motorcycle accident that among other things claimed his vision.  As Kijuan states, " I may have lost my sight, bit I did not lose my vision". Now armed with an inspiring story of overcoming adversity, Kijuan has become a motivational for...
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”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Ben Shrader-Living with DyslexiaHost Ron Rapaport talks with top promoter and internet influencer Ben Shrader who has orchestrated some of the top events in South Texas with bookings such as Lady Gaga, G-EAZY and more. Listen to this charismatic and enigmatic personality as he tells Ron about overcoming his many struggles throughout his life, such as having severe dyslexia and dealing with a life-threatening golf ball sized brain tumor at the height of his business success. Ben will open our eyes to the world of dyslexia and give inspiration to those with it and others struggling with their...
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”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Jennifer Cramer Miller, The Incurable Optimist Living with Illness and Chronic HopeMeet four-time kidney transplant recipient and award-winning author, speaker and mentor Jennifer Cramer Miller. Host Ron Rapaport converses with her about navigating the stormy waters of dialysis, multiple kidney transplants and the relentless pursuit of hope and joy amidst the backdrop of chronic illness.  Their conversation will educate us on kidney disease, explore the emotional landscape of kidney disease and show us the power of acceptance and the miracles that unfold when people show up for one another with acts of profound kindness, Sponsors:     Robert Christophor Coppes, author of "Impressions of Near-Death Experiences"
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”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Navigating Life After a Traumatic Brain Injury with Kelly TuttleJoin us on this enlightening episode of "It's a Wrap with Wrap" as host Ron Rapaport dives into the resilient journey of Kelly Tuttle, a neurology nurse practitioner and traumatic brain injury (TBI) survivor. Kelly shares her personal story of surviving a catastrophic car accident, her subsequent struggles, and the path to becoming an advocate for TBI awareness and recovery. Discover the tools and coping strategies that helped Kelly reclaim her life, the importance of recognizing and addressing head injuries, and the ongoing challenges faced by millions living with TBI-related disabilities in the U.S. With her...
2025-06-1349 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Bob Coppes-Near Death Experience ExpertRobert (Bob) Christophor Coppes PhD from Amsterdam, a scientist who has studied Near-Death Experiences (NDE) for decades and a board member of IANDS (The International Association for Near-Death Studies), discusses with host Ron Rapaport his findings from interviewing over 100 people who experienced a NDE. Bob shares with us information as to what NDE's are and shares experiences from NDE'rs  to give us an understanding of the subject. This is a fascinating dialogue on a subject everyone is interested in. You will not be disappointed listening or viewing this podcast on our YouTube channel
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”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Mastering Conversations: Unveiling the Power of Four Words with Tucker MillerWelcome to another insightful episode of It's a Wrap with Wrap, where host Ron Rapaport dives into the art of conversation with guest Tucker Miller, a professional speaker, executive coach, and author of The First Four Words. In this episode, Tucker shares her innovative approach to starting conversations with ease and confidence using just four words. Whether you're aiming to resolve conflicts, build trust, or enhance communication across various settings, Tucker's method is designed to cut through fear and procrastination. Tune in as she elaborates on crafting impactful dialogues in both personal and professional environments, offering practical tips and...
2025-05-3150 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”From Homelessness to Hope: John Graham's Journey of ResilienceWelcome to another inspiring episode of "It's a Wrap with Wrap," where your host Ron Rapaport sits down with John Graham to discuss his incredible journey of resilience and transformation. In this episode, John shares his diverse life experiences, from facing homelessness to becoming a successful business owner and an award-winning author. He discusses the founding of Good Samaritan Home, a nonprofit agency dedicated to helping individuals rebuild their lives after leaving correctional facilities. Join us as John delves into his past, growing up during the tumultuous 60s and 70s, navigating instability, and eventually finding his purpose...
2025-05-2256 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”From Adversity to Empowerment: Paul Doughty's Journey on It's a Wrap with RapJoin us in this compelling episode of "It's a Wrap with Rap" as host Ron Rapaport welcomes Paul Doughty, an author, speaker, and TV series creator. Paul's incredible journey from a troubled childhood marked by domestic violence and substance abuse to becoming a beacon of hope and resilience unfolds in this heartening discussion. Through candid anecdotes and poignant lessons, Paul shares how therapy, spirituality, and self-love transformed his life. His mission is clear—empowering individuals to embrace self-discovery and tackle life’s challenges head-on. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that promises to ignite change and offer support to anyo...
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”It’s A Wrap with Rap”"From Bartender to Nun: Gina's Journey of Resilience"Welcome to another inspiring episode of It's a Rap with Rap, where host Ron Rappaport brings you stories of overcomers and insights for better living. In this episode, we meet Gina Economopoulos, an extraordinary woman whose life is a testament to resilience and redemption. Born and raised in Long Island, New York, Gina's journey is one marked by overcoming physical challenges, embarking on a spiritual journey, and finding purpose through faith and sobriety. Gina shares her remarkable transformation from bartending in Pennsylvania to living as a nun for 12 years, and eventually becoming a speaker, advocate, and author...
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”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Jennifer Lee, I Need Blue  Meet Jennifer Lee, a survivor of dating abuse, armed robbery, abduction and stalking.  Jen is the author of her memoir "Why I Survived", a podcaster of her show titled "I Need Blue" and is a speaker before local groups nonprofits and national organizations to fulfill her passion and purpose to help trauma survivors feel that they belong, are loved, understood and empowered. Jen is with us on the podcast to reach out to those who have experienced a traumatic event and share and expose the realities of people's experiences.  Sponsors:    Blair Sorre...
2025-04-1755 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Cole Baughman, 15 Year Old Overcomer of Stickler SyndromeHost Ron Rapaport has the privilege of interviewing 15-year-old Cole Baughman, the unofficial 16th man on the University of Cincinnati men's basketball team and an overcomer of a rare genetic disorder Stickler Syndrome that affects connective tissues. Cole and his mother and father join Cole and Ron to tell us about the signs and symptoms of Stickler Syndrome, its treatment, the restrictions it entails to those who have it and Cole's involvement in Team Impact, and his advocacy work regarding Stickler Syndrome. Cole discusses his role as the unofficial 16th man on the basketball team...
2025-04-0843 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”"Lonnie Bedwell: Paddling Beyond Blindness and Breaking Boundaries"In this inspiring episode of 'It's a Wrap with Wrap,' host Ron Rapaport welcomes Lonnie Bedwell, a blind extreme adventure athlete and motivational speaker. Lonnie shares his incredible journey from losing his eyesight in a hunting accident to becoming a renowned blind extreme sports athlete. He discusses overcoming personal challenges to achieve the unimaginable, such as kayaking the Grand Canyon and aiming to climb the highest peaks on all seven continents. Lonnie's story is one of resilience, determination, and the power of pushing beyond limitations. He emphasizes the importance of support from loved ones, the necessity...
2025-04-0157 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Andrew Matthews-Bouncing Back, The Happines Expert                 Andrew Matthews, is an esteemed author whose works on happiness and resilience have touched millions. Discover the lessons from his life and writings that teach us about embracing challenges and cultivating a joyful mindset. Whether you're facing career hurdles or personal trials, Andrew offers wisdom on seeing the positive and turning setbacks into steppingstones. Tune in for an uplifting and informative discussion aimed at equipping listeners with the tools to enhance their resilience and happiness, while celebrating achievements both big and small. Join us on this journey towards a fulfilled and joyful life. Sponsors...
2025-03-2259 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Unveiling Resilience and Stroke Recovery: A Journey of Strength with Marcia MoranJoin host Ron Rapaport in this compelling episode of "It's A Rap With Rap" where he talks to Marcia Moran, author of "Stroke Forward," about her transformative journey to recovery after suffering a major stroke. Marcia shares her insights on the importance of persistence, self-advocacy, and exploring holistic therapies. Delve into Marcia’s personal experiences with aphasia and apraxia, and how she navigated the challenging path from paralysis to empowerment. Her story of resilience and determination to help brain injury survivors offers hope and inspiration to many. This episode serves as a beacon of hope fo...
2025-03-1147 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Zach Tidwell, Pushing Past Possible: A Marine's Journey from Despair to PurposeJoin us for an inspiring episode of "It's a Wrap with Wrap," where host Ron Rapaport welcomes Zach Tidwell, a blind Marine Corps veteran from Denver, Colorado. Known for his lighthearted approach to life's toughest challenges, Zach shares his incredible story of survival and transformation. After a failed suicide attempt that left him blind, Zach has turned his life around, becoming a motivational speaker and advocate for inclusive design in the tech world. At just 28, he has founded his own software development company and participates in extreme sports, challenging societal perceptions of disability. Listen as...
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”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Navigating the Digital World with Bailey Parnell: A Deep Dive into Social Media and Mental HealthIn this enlightening episode of "It's a Wrap with Wrap," host Ron Rapaport invites Bailey Parnell, a world-renowned speaker and entrepreneur from Toronto, Canada, to explore the pervasive influence of social media on our mental health and digital well-being. Known for her pioneering efforts in digital wellness, Bailey shares her insights on how our digital lives are an extension of ourselves, impacting our emotional, social, and cognitive health. Bailey delves into the intricate dynamics of digital well-being, emphasizing the blurred lines between our online and offline lives and how our interactions on platforms like Facebook and Twitter...
2025-02-2755 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Diving Deep into the World of Stunts with Brian HiteIn this exciting episode of "It's a Wrap with Wrap," host Ron Rapaport explores the adventurous life and career of guest Brian Hite,  PhD, a renowned stuntman, psychologist, and consultant. Brian, with over 100 film and TV credits to his name, shares his journey into stunt work and how it merged with his passion for sports performance psychology. Listeners are taken through Brian's unique blend of high-adrenaline stunts with academic insights, highlighting real-life applications of resilience and performance under pressure. With stories from his film exploits to his role as a mental performance consultant, Brian offers actionable insights o...
2025-02-2052 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”From Refugee Camp to American Dream: Fidele Sabahizi's Inspiring JourneyIn this compelling episode of It's a Wrap with Wrap, host Ron Rappaport welcomes Dr. Fidele Sabahizi, a remarkable individual who has overcome incredible challenges to achieve the American dream. Growing up in a small African village and surviving an ethnically motivated massacre in a UN refugee camp, Fidele's journey is nothing short of inspirational. Fidele shares his experiences as the first immigrant to work for the Abilene, Texas Police Department and the challenges he faced as a member of the Banya Mulengue ethnic group. Despite language barriers and cultural adjustments, he pursued his education and earned...
2025-02-1550 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Danny Covey-Overcoming Eight Heart Surgeries and Still HereJoin host Ron Rapaport as he sits down with Danny Covey, the remarkable author of Star Tissue and survivor of eight heart surgeries, including four open-heart procedures. In this gripping episode, Danny shares his incredible journey of overcoming adversity and how he transformed profound challenges into a life of purpose and inspiration. From the tender age of 11 months, Danny's life was marked by serious heart issues, leading to multiple surgeries that tested his resilience and faith. Despite the physical and emotional scars, Danny embraces his circumstances and chooses to be a victor instead of a victim. He...
2025-02-1056 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Unraveling Authentic Intelligence: Dr. Jan Schwartz's Journey from Criminology to Spiritual EnlightenmentJoin host Ron Rapoport and his distinguished guest, Dr. Jan Schwartz, in this enlightening episode of 'It's A Rap with Rap.' Dr. Schwartz, a renowned expert in criminology and forensic behavioral science, shares her incredible journey from teaching young children to unraveling complex criminal patterns. She reveals how her unique insights into mental, emotional, and spiritual intelligence, termed 'Authentic Intelligence,' can empower us in our daily lives. The conversation delves deep into Dr. Schwartz's personal experiences with adversity and overcoming challenges, reflecting her determination and resilience. Her new book on Authentic Intelligence offers a fresh...
2025-02-0152 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Unlocking the Secrets of Wisdom: Insights from Dr. Laura GabayanJoin host Ron Rapaport in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Laura Gabayan, a renowned expert in emergency medicine and the author of "Common Wisdom: Eight Scientific Elements of a Meaningful Life." Dr. Gabayan shares her personal journey and breakthrough research on the essence of wisdom, elaborating on eight critical elements that define it—resilience, kindness, positivity, spirituality, humility, tolerance, creativity, and curiosity. Dr. Gabayan discusses how these traits emerged from interviews with wise individuals across North America, shedding light on how these elements contribute to a fulfilling and successful life. Learn about the profound impact her research an...
2025-01-2738 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Doug Brinker-My Dark Shadow, Two Time Veteran Suicide SurvivorFor Doug Brinker, stories of survival run deep. At the early ages of 8 and 10 he nearly lost his life. Later in life Doug almost lost his life due to two suicide attempts. Doug is a disabled Iraq veteran who now offers hope to those suffering and is a positive light to crisis recovery. He discusses with Ron the issues surrounding Veteran suicide, his Beacon 4 Hope project and his new book release. Sponsors:    Hero Soap Company-Use Code RAP for a 10 % discount                     www.herosoapcompany.com                     Dr Laura Gabayan author of "Common Wisdom, Eight Scientif...
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”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Maria Pendolino-Voice Acting With A DisabilityMeet Maria Pendolino an internationally recognized award-winning voice actor. Her signature voice print has been heard across commercials, documentaries, video games and more. Maria has lent her voice to campaigns for global brands such as Comcast/Xfinity, Dannon, American Express, Panera and more. She talks to Ron about her life's work dealing with a disability she contends with namely psoriatic arthritis, her career in musical theatre, comedy, film and television. Maria alerts us to the realities of having a disability and the many kinds of disability situations people have and the public's lack...
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”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Dr Joan Ifland- Overcoming Processed Food AddictionRon interviews Dr.  Joan Ifland who is a processed food addiction specialist. She has broken a lot of ground in the realm of food addiction having released a number of influential books and studies and she is currently working on evidence-based training for health care professionals. In this episode, Dr Ifland brings to light the shady reality of what goes on behind the scenes of big food companies in the United States. She discusses what goes on in a person's brain that causes addiction to processed food and how one can begin to reverse the a...
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”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Sandy Kirkham-Overcoming Clergy Sexual AbuseRon talks with Sandy Kirkham who is a voice and advocate in the area of clergy sexual abuse.  She was sexually abused at age16 by her youth pastor in the Protestant church. He was 30, married and had two children. His abuse lasted five years until his actions were discovered. He was given a going away party and moved to the next church and Sandy was called by the elders and told to leave the church because of her behavior. Sandy remained silent for 27 years until a trigger factor forced her to face the truth. In 2018 s...
2024-11-0559 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Maureen Manley-Spirit in MotionMeet charismatic Maureen Manley whose determination and resilience first came to international attention as a world class cyclist. A member of the U.S. cycling team, she won a national championship, set a national record and won a silver medal at the 1990 world championships. At the height of her career, her dreams came to an abrupt halt. While racing at the 1991 Women's Tour de France her vision blurred, and she crashed later learning it was the result of the onset of multiple sclerosis. Maureen did not let her physical setback stop her from living the...
2024-10-2755 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Dr. G. Rex Kruhly-Quantum Technology HealerRon talks with Dr. G Rex Kruhly the founder of Depth Healing. Dr G consults, heals and nurtures clients from all over the globe online using the Quantum Field. Over the decades he has become a master of that ability. For eight years he has studied the Quantum Field as it relates to the mind and the subconscious, spirit, past lives, disease and pain. Dr G was taught how to interpret the symptoms of the body as a language so that the cause could be known, found and cleared. Sponsors:  Hero Soap Company-Use C...
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”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Elena Nicole-Overcoming Food Controlling UsMeet Elena Nicole, a certified holistic health, and life mindset coach. Elena specializes in helping people lose weight and get healthier realistically and sustainably while feeling more empowered, confident and in control of their health and life. She has learned from her experience the reasons for overeating. She lost more than 30 pounds while gaining control of the emotions that caused her to overeat. In her one-on-one coaching program, she combines mindset hacks and traditional weight loss strategies to get her clients lasting results.   Sponsors:   Hero Soap Company-Use Code RAP for...
2024-10-0654 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Alain Pelletier-The Five Faces of BullyingMeet Alain Pellitier who travels across Canada using a diary to explain bullying to students. He goes through emotion to reach reason. Alain uses his method to reach thousands of young people and teachers every year. Alain brings emotions to life so strongly that it is not uncommon to see young people in tears listening to him. As a driving force for change in institutions, Alain has helped bullies realize the impact of their actions. Sponsors:    Hero Soap Company-Use Code RAP for a 10% discount                    www.herosoapcompany.com                   Barefut Essential Oils          ...
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”It’s A Wrap with Rap”James Dorsey-DelinquentMeet James Dorsey from Victoria B.C. Canada, author of "Delinquent: A True Story about Homelessness, Foster Care and Addiction" who at age 12 was placed in foster care against his will.  Rather than enter into foster care he chose to run away and live on the streets. He tells his story to Ron how he became enmeshed in the harsh culture of street life and to discuss his thoughts about how this narrative plays out with so many of our youth.  He expresses his thoughts on how parents and guardians can deal with th...
2024-09-1759 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Blair Sorrel-Overcoming Schizoid Personality DisorderMeet Blair Sorrel, author of "A Schizoid at Smith" who talks about a little-known condition she has called Schizoid Personality Disorder and describes the daily challenges associated with living with the condition. Her book and her public appearances are bringing a spotlight to this condition and is a testament to Blair overcoming the challenges of her disorder and persevering to help others.  Sponsors:     Hero Soap Company-Use Code RAP for a 10% discount                     www.herosoapcompany.com                    Barefut Essential Oils                   https://barefut.com/?afmc=RAP                   Edge Coffee Company                   https://edgecoffeecompany.com?sca_ref=4803842.b56le...
2024-09-0334 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Michaell Magrutsche-We Are One of OneMeet Austrian-California multimedia artist Michaell Magrutsche, also an awareness and creativity educator, speaker, podcaster and author of his book "The Smart of Art". Michaell tells us how he coped with and overcame various problems in his life and will educate us about mankind and how we might realize our human potential. Sponsors;      Hero Soap Company-Use Code RAP  for a 10% discount                      www.herosoapcompany.com                                         Edge Coffee Company                     https://edgecoffeecompany.com?sca_ref=4803842.b56leoUsTc                    Fresh Jax Organic Spices                   https://freshjax.com?sca_ref=4954151.qmR1k7RMtq   Links:           www.michaellm.com        
2024-08-1840 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Rachel Shur-A Lucky Car AccidentMeet Rachel Shur who was a carefree 26-year-old woman living in Ventura County California who in an instant went to suddenly someone who had to make the most profound and complex legal, moral, medical and practical decisions humanly possible. Not only did she not know the answers, often she didn't even know the questions. She talks to Ron about her life, her work with her non-Profit UCAAN and her new book "All the Things I wish I Knew When I Had Cancer".  While the topic may sound depressing, the book is as joyous and life-affirming a...
2024-08-031h 05”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Dan MacQueen-Acknowledge, Accept, AdaptRon talks with Dan MacQueen who at age 28 was leading an active, healthy lifestyle.  In 2014  life threw him a curve ball. He started getting terrible headaches and blinding vision which led to two emergency brain surgeries. What he found along the way will surprise you. He tells us about his recovery and what he did to return to normal and achieve a new milestone, all with the hope of helping others.   Video broadcast available on our You Tube channel ITS A WRAP WITH RAP-THE PODCAST UNCUT   Sponsors:     Hero So...
2024-07-2157 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Leah Goldstein-No LimitsMeet Leah Goldstein, internationally sought after speaker, author of her book "No Limits", world champion kickboxer at age 17, national cycling champion, winner of the 2021 Race Across America (RAAM) and nine-year veteran of the Israeli Defense Force in which she served as the first female elite commando instructor as well as a special forces intelligence officer.  She talks about her life, career and her challenges of overcoming insurmountable odds of recovering from a devastating crash that almost ended her life and was told she would never walk again. Video broadcast available on our You Tube channel
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”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Jeanne Mari Retief-Dealing With A Panic Disorder and Living Your Figgi LifeMeet Jeanne Retief who hold a PhD  in International criminal and humanitarian law, has presented on key human rights issues worldwide and consulted for 15 years in that field. After struggling all her life with anxiety, at age 35 she experienced a health and soul crisis and was diagnosed with panic disorder. She tells us how she made difficult decisions about her life path and overcame her challenges.   Video broadcast available on our You Tube channel ITS A WRAP WITH RAP-THE PODCAST  UNCUT   Sponsors:    Hero Soap Company-Use  Code RA...
2024-06-1850 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Linn Rivers-Functional Health and Wellness ExpertMeet Linn Rivers. Linn teaches people a different way of living and being in this world. She is a functional health and wellness expert and educator. She teaches people all over the world how to take their health into their own hands, mind, body and spirit. You will learn so much listening to this episode pertaining to neuro linguistic programming, microbiome therapy, the use of a Death Doula and more.   Video broadcast available on our You Tune channel ITS A WRAP WITH RAP-THE PODCAST UNCUT   Sponsors:    Dr Susa...
2024-05-3055 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Lizbeth Meredith-Pieces of Me, Rescuing my Kidnapped DaughtersRon interviews award winning author, speaker and podcaster Lizbeth Meredith who recounts her struggle to bring home her internationally abducted daughters from Greece to Alaska. Her amazing story reminds us that if you seek help and do not quit, anything is possible. Video broadcast available on our You Tube channel ITS A WRAP WITH RAP -THE PODCAST UNCUT   Sponsors:      Hero Soap Company-Use Code RAP for a 10% discount                       www.herosoapcompany.com                       Life Insurance Buyers Inc                       www.lifeinsurancebuyers.com                      Dr Susan Partovi, author of Renegade MD                      https...
2024-05-1454 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Kristof Morrow-Overcoming Over Tourette's SyndromeRon talks with Kristof Morrow, award winning journalist, an author, U.S. Navy Veteran and Tourette's Syndrome overcomer. Kris discusses the challenges he has to face daily dealing with an extreme case of Tourette's and other adversities he has had to overcome. You will find his story very inspiring and learn a lot about Tourette's.  Sponsors:   Life Insurance Buyers Inc                   www.lifeinsurancebuyers.com                  Risa August Author-The Road Unpaved                  www.risaaugust.com                 Hero Soap Company-use code RAP for a 10% discount                 www.herosoapcompany.com   Links:    kristofmorrow.com ...
2024-04-231h 05”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Dr Susan Partovi-Renegade M.D.Meet Dr Susan Partovi, recognized internationally as a leader in homeless and street medicine.  She practices in the Skid Row district of Los Angeles, California which contains the highest concentration of homeless in the United States. Dr Partovi is one of the founders of H.E.A.L (Health Care, Empowerment, Advocacy and Learning), a non-profit that brings supplies and medical students to clinics in Haiti. Dr Partovi discusses with us her new book " Renegade M.D.-A Doctor's Stories From The Streets" and to make us and our communities begin to recognize the shared h...
2024-04-101h 04”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Max Friedman-Painful Joy, 2nd Generation Holocaust SurvivorRon talks with Max Friedman, author of "Painful Joy", memoir writer and second-generation Holocaust survivor. Max shares with us how his mother and father survived the horror of the Holocaust spending several years being imprisoned in concentration camps. Max will explain to us the difficulty of living in a family where both parents were haunted by the war and the atrocities they experienced and somehow managed to survive. Sponsors:     Switch to the Box                      www.switchtothebox.com/sandy                      Risa August -The Road unpaved                      www.risaaugust.com                      Hero Soap Company                      w...
2024-03-2257 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Risa August-The Road UnpavedRon talks to Risa August, an artist, writer, world traveler, certified Gestalt practioner, endurance athlete, and a Acromegaly patient and survivor.  In 2011 Risa noticed something was wrong with her body, she began to grow and get larger despite being on a strict regimented diet and competing in endurance events such as cycling, triathlons and mountain hiking. She tells her story of her medical journey of being finally diagnosed after eight years and of her 1845-mile soul healing journey on the Pacific coast highway from Canada to Mexico on a bike while still having a...
2024-03-0652 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Dr Charley Ferrer-The Cancer TamerMeet Dr Charley Ferrer, world renowned clinical sexologist and sex therapist.  She is an award-winning author of several books on relationships, sexuality, self-empowerment and breast cancer.  Diagnosed with breast cancer in 2016 and thyroid cancer in 2017, she became frustrated with the lack of information and treatment options provided to patients.  Dr Charley created the Cancer Tamer Foundation which focuses on education and empowerment.  Dr Charley's philosophy on breast cancer is realizing cancer is not an "outside force" invading but an "inside force" residing. Her revolutionary new way of thinking about cancer is turning heads, creating controversy and...
2024-02-181h 10”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Dan Clouser-The Journey of my Mother’s SonMeet Dan Clouser, author, podcast host, speaker, coaching trainer and consultant. In 2019 after founding and running a non-profit youth sports organization for 30 years working with kids and  teaching them leadership skills and life lessons through sports, he felt a calling from God to leave his comfort zone. He started a new journey with his wife and dog selling most of their material things and setting out across the country in a RV to meet and work with people to make this world a better place.  Sponsors:    Hero Soap Company- Use code RAP...
2024-01-3158 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Timothy J West, Stevens Johnsons- Syndrome SurvivorMeet Tim West who is legally blind and lost all his skin at age 4 due to Stevens- Johnsons Syndrome.  Tim stands tall, he is a disability and mental health advocate who fights for those who feel they cannot. Listen and get a sense of what living with a disability is like from someone who tells it like it is. Sponsors:   Hero Soap Company-Click link below and use code RAP for 10% off every order                    www.herosoapcompany.com                    Rare Patient Voice                   https://rarepatientvoice.com/Itsawrapwithrap                   Blue Sky CBD-Click link below for 20% off your first order
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”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Eric Christiansen-Unmasking HopeRon talks with Eric Christiansen, an acclaimed documentarian and seven-time Southwestern Region Emmy Award recipient whose films focus on the impact of trauma on individuals, families and communities. A trauma survivor himself, having lost his home in the Santa Barbara, California Painted Cave Fire disaster, he understands trauma and the resilience of the human spirit and how important hope is to heal. By spotlighting these survivors and their journeys, Eric has been able to unify a variety of audiences around the power of HOPE and educate the general population about the complexities of trauma.
2023-12-0356 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Leslie Hope Holthoff-The Evolution of a Teen MomRon talks with Leslie Hope Holthoff, a mom by the age of sixteen.  Leslie tells us of her experiences in turning a life destined for failure into a life of abundance which inspired her to help others using herself created Hope to Happiness method.  Leslie has authored the book "Not Mary, Not Roe" the survival story of a reluctant teen mom which is a stereotype shattering story that explores teen pregnancy. Sponsors:   Hero Soap Company                   www.herosoapcompany.com                   Rare Patient Voice                   https://rarepatientvoice.com/Itsawrapwithrap                   Edge Coffee Company                   https...
2023-11-1938 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Kim Sorrelle-Love Is All You NeedMeet Kim Sorrelle, author of the best seller "Love Is", serial entrepreneur, director of a humanitarian organization, activist, mother and lover of all people.  In 2009 while battling breast cancer, her husband Steve received a pancreatic cancer diagnosis four months after her diagnosis.  Her first book "Cry Until You Laugh" chronicles that journey. Kim's award-winning best seller "Love Is" chronicling her year long quest to figure out the true meaning of love that led to life changing discoveries found mostly on the streets of Haiti. Today Kim is a regular radio, television and podcast gu...
2023-11-0556 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Michelle Shekhinah, From the Floor to the DoorMeet Michelle Shekhinah who was married for many years and was a stay-at-home mom with two special needs children. In 2015 she realized her husband was addicted to drugs. In this time, she had experienced financial, emotional and sexual abuse from him, which turned into him sex trafficking her. Michelle spent many nights crying on the floor, until one night she saved her life and ran for the door.  Since then, she has been healing herself, with therapy and other techniques. She has become a strong mom for her children, in addition to being a...
2023-10-221h 08”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Tyler Wittkofsky-You Are Not Your Past, Moving ForwardMeet Tyler Wittkofsky, multi-genre author, poet, mental health and travel blogger, podcaster, winning marketing and communications professional who grew up homeless and abused by his father for the first ten years of his life. Tyler was constantly made to feel like a lesser person which led the way to quite a few mental health disorders that stem from that kind of trauma, but this remarkable young man has overcome so much to be here with us and tell his story. Sponsors:    Hero Soap Company                    www.herosoapcompany.com                    Rare Patient Voice                   ht...
2023-10-0658 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Susan Gold-Toxic Family, Transforming Childhood Trauma into Adult FreedomRon talks with author Susan Gold who wrote "Toxic Family, Transforming Childhood Trauma into Adult Freedom " and used her intuitive callings to leave her toxic family situation and eventually meet the demons of her upbringing that were continuing to repeat in her life. Professionally Susan became known for attracting celebrity talent to brands in New York one of whom was Andy Warhol which led her to produce for television and film and then onto Los Angeles. She is now leading retreats, webinars, workshops and private sessions to help others drop outdated storylines and programming in...
2023-09-1749 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”King Randall-The X for Boys ProgramMeet former U.S. Marine King Randall from Albany Georgia. King was alarmed by the high level of crime in his hometown. The young offenders were mostly black males as young as 11 years old. This inspired him to be the change the community needed and to be the role model these young men were missing in their lives. King founded the X for Boys Program in 2019, the only rehabilitative program for juvenile offenders in South Georgia. In August 2022 he opened the doors to his most ambitious project, The Life Preparatory School for Boys, the first...
2023-08-3059 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Mike Aronson-”Whatever”Ron talks with author Mike Aronson about his book "Whatever" which contains over 30 years of documentation of what he has witnessed in his life such as a painting, a statue, wall art, quotes, positive thoughts, poems, rants and more. Mike became obsessed with the word WHATEVER and it was his dream to write a book with all the stuff he had collected and during the pandemic he found a publisher and tuned his dream into a book that people of all ages can relate to and use to make them a better person. Sponsors:    Rare Pa...
2023-08-2039 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Tina Petrova-Chronic Pain WarriorMeet Tina Petrova award winning film maker, motivational speaker and author. When not teaching or making films, Tina is an advocate on the issue of chronic pain as she is also a chronic pain survivor and thriver.   Tina has released a feature length documentary titled "Pain Warriors" about the pain epidemic in North America and discusses with us this issue affecting millions of people. Sponsors:   Hero Soap Company-Use Code RAP for a 10%  discount                   www.herosoapcompany.com                   Rare Patient Voice                   https://rarepatientvoice.com/itsawrapwithrap                   Eat Stop Eat                   https://b2f1egyvr0soc...
2023-08-0657 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Greg Carpenter & Dr Eric Dorninger -CBD Explained (Blue Sky CBD)Ron interviews Greg Carpenter founder of Blue Sky CBD and  Dr Eric Dorninger research and development director of Blue Sky to answer all his questions about CBD . CBD is explained for the listener, it's sourcing, properties, effects on the body, its uses, legal issues, and the benefits for the consumer. Blue Sky is a small company in Colorado that formulates world class CBD products and has created dozens of partnerships with wellness organizations and medical professionals. They are special in that they are in communication with their customers to answer their q...
2023-07-231h 07”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Mike Schlappi-If You Can’t Stand Up, Stand OutRon talks with four-time paralympic basketball wheelchair medalist and hall of famer Mike Schlappi who was accidentally shot in the chest at age 14 and left two-thirds paralyzed. Mike inspires others through his experiences and discusses his philosophy of overcoming adversity, and his challenge to individuals to succeed despite difficult circumstances by empowering themselves and accepting personal responsibility. Sponsors:   Hero Soap Company                   www.herosoapcompany.com                   Rare Patient Voice                   https://rarepatientvoice.com/Itsawrapwithrap                    Blue Sky CBD                   https://www.bluesky-cbd.com/pages/_go_?ref=3251:615856&discount=ron                   Cortexi Hearing Support Formula                  ...
2023-07-0943 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Tom Exler-Living With Bladder ExstrophyMeet Tom Exler, born with a rare birth defect called Bladder Exstrophy (BE) meaning his bladder was turned inaide out.  Tom didn't ask to have a stoma but he is living proof that challenges in life doesn't have to stop anyone from what they want to do. Sponsors:     Home Doctor Practical Guide                     https://3e24fn-0x2-k1z9b1gq42z1w7m.hop.clickbank.net                     Rare Patient Voice                     https://rarepatientvoice.com/Itsawrapwithrap                     Hero Soap Company                     https://herosoapcompany.com                     Blue Sky CBD                     https://www.bluesky-cbd.com/pages/_go_?ref...
2023-06-2551 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Diane Gilman-Fashion Icon Designer. The ”Jean Queen”.Ron talks with iconic fashion designer Diane Gilman who started her career in the 1960'a dressing rock stars such as Jimi Hendrix,  Janis Joplin, Grace Slick, Jerry Garcia, Jim Morrison and the list goes on. Diane introduced washable silk to the U.S. market earning her fortune and fame in the department store industry. She reinvented herself as the Jean Queen on the HSN television network designing and selling millions of jeans to women over 40 who wanted to look stylish and confident.  Besides being a television personality, Diane is an author and a breast cancer su...
2023-06-071h 14”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Wes Michael-Founder of Rare Patient VoiceRon talks with Wes Michael who founded Rare Patient Voice (RPV), a company that enables patients and caregivers to share their voices with the researchers and companies developing products to improve patient's lives.  RPV provides patients and caregivers an opportunity to participate in all types of research, including market research, health economics outcomes, real world evidence, user experience, human factor studies and clinical trials. RPV has over 100,000 patients and caregivers across more than 700 diseases both rare and non-rare.   Sponsors:    Hero Soap Company-Use code RAP for 10% discount                    www.herosoapcompany.com                    Blue Sky CBD   Use the li...
2023-05-2851 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Jeanne Albaugh-From Begging to Accepting to Being the ChangeMeet Jeanne Albaugh, homeless at one point living under a bridge in South Florida for ten years after an unfortunate event and then leaving that lifestyle to eventually fulfill her dream of helping the homeless by founding Showering Love, a mobile hygiene bus offering showers, new clothing, personal hygiene products, medical services and information to help people navigate housing issues. This is an awe-inspiring story told by someone who lived it and makes it real to listen to. Sponsors:    Hero Soap Company                    www.herosoapcompany.com                    Rare Patient Voice                    https://rarepatientvoice.com/itsawrapwit...
2023-05-0753 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Rob Lohman-Lifted From The RutRon interviews Rob Lohman founder of The Addiction Recovery Hub and host of Beyond The Bars Radio Podcast, and author of The Addiction Intervention Book.  Rob's resume includes alcohol. drug and gambling addiction, divorce, bankruptcy, mental health issues, suicide ideation, prison, recovery and transformation. His personal journey of overcoming life's challenges is awe inspiring.  Rob invests in the lives of those wanting to seek positive change whether it's coming out of addiction, prison or just wanting more for their lives. He is a dynamic speaker who shares with us an extremely powerful journey of persistence, faith and in...
2023-04-231h 10”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Juanao Ocampo-Impossible to I’m PossibleRon talks to Juano Ocampo two-time brain cancer survivor and author of the book "Impossible to I'm Possible". Juano shares his journey through his trying times coping with a rare form of brain cancer and his life's calling pursuit of sharing with others life's true meaning. Sponsors:     Rare Patient Voice                     https://rarepatientvoice.com/Itsawrapwithrap                     Feel Good Knees Method                     https://f75bdd6-s9sk9vdkb93locvr9j.hop.clickbank.net                     Hero Soap Company                     https://herosoapcompany.com  Use code RAP for a 10% discount   Links:           Juano Ocampo, jalo2190@aol.com ...
2023-04-0938 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Erik Hale-Lung Cancer, Not Just A Smokers DiseaseRon talks with two-time lung cancer survivor Erik Hale who at 30 years of age developed lung cancer. Erik makes us aware of the intricacies of this perplexing disease and helps to destigmatize it. Eric is an advocate for lung cancer awareness and a first-time author. You will find this podcast very informative. Sponsors:   Rare Patient Voice                   https://rarepatientvoice.com/Itsawrapwithrap                   Hyperbolic Stretching                   https://75749pw0v6qu6y3gbd3k67y7p2.hop.clickbank.net Links:         www.erikkhale.com                   www.gotwo.org                   www.projectkoru.org                   https://itsawrapwithrap.com
2023-03-2659 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Patrick Moffett-Ice Cream in The CupboardRon talks with Pat Moffett internationally acclaimed author and producer, Vietnam war veteran, advocate for early onset Alzheimer's disease. Pat is the author of the critically acclaimed book "Fortunate Soldier", one of the few comedies ever written about the Vietnam conflict.  Pat has also written "Ice Cream in The Cupboard" about his family's struggle with early onset Alzheimer's affecting his wife Carmen and has brought the book to life in film.  Sponsors:     Hero Soap Company-Use discount code Rap for 10% off                     www.herosoapcompany.com                     Home Doctor Guide                     https://3e24fn-0x2-k1z9b1gq42z1w7m.hop.click...
2023-03-121h 03”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”KK Robbins-A Travel SavantRon talks with one of the travel world's premier consultants, KK  Robbins who has covered over 100 countries on seven continents and gives us some travel tips and her perspective on today's travel environment.  Over a decade ago, she sold her car, her home, her man to head abroad and fulfill her dream of a life of travel. Sponsors:     Hero Soap Company-Use the code RAP to receive 10% off                     www.herosoapcompany.com                     Rare Patient Voice                     https://rarepatientvoice.com/Itsawrapwithrap                     Hyperbolic Stretching                      https://75749pw0v6qu6y3gbd3k67y7p2.hop.clickbank.net Links:           www.kk...
2023-02-261h 05”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Randy Grimes-NFL Player Tackling AddictionRon has a discussion with former 10-year NFL veteran Randy Grimes who played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Randy talks about his addiction problem he overcame that developed while treating career related injuries, his work helping to start the program Pro Athletes in Recovery and his thoughts about the game. Please enjoy the podcast! Sponsors:    The Hero Soap Company-Use Discount Code RAP for 10% off                       www.herosoapcompany.com                     Rare Patient Voice                     https://rarepatientvoice.com/Itsawrapwithrap                     ProDentim                     https://0103aos7z8um5n5mtco-0iwhak.hop.clickbank.net Links:           www.proathletesinrecovery.com
2023-02-1244 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Krystyna Lennon and Her Hypnodog -Dubbed World’s Best Hypnotist by CBSRon talks with Krystyna Lennon, world renowned professional hypnotist, television personality, author and media source best known for hypnotizing the likes of Simon Cowell and Drew Barrymore.  She has appeared on Britan's Got Talent and has over 100 million You Tube views. Their discussion reveals many fascinating answers to questions about hypnosis and hypnotherapy.  Sponsors:    Hero Soap Company-use code RAP when ordering for 10% discount                     www.herosoapcompany.com                     Veganify Digital Book                     https://0ad60ex3z34z4x3qs9l8ja0s7g.hop.clickbank.net  Links:           www.krystynalennon.co.uk              ...
2023-01-2952 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Dan Hegerich-Why Is This Happening for MeRon talks to Dan Hegerich a six-time cancer survivor who eventually left all the medicine behind and wants to share with us what he learned from educators and clinicians from his travels about health, healing and chronic degenerative disease through nutrition, movement, detoxification and open dialogue. Dan feels a deep responsibility to share his inspirational journey to help the progress and evolution of society towards the eradication of chronic degenerative disease as part of the human experience. Sponsor:  Hyperbolic Stretching  https://75749pw0v6qu6y3gbd3k67y7p2.hop.clickbank.net   Links:   www.danhe...
2023-01-151h 00”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Charles Smith-Compounded PTSD ThriverRon talks to Charles Smith who has lived with Compounded Post Traumatic Stress Disorder for going on 40 years.  Charles has an amazing story to tell. He is not only an author, but an army veteran, certified peer support specialist , addiction recovery counselor, and holds a degree in Human Services. His life story will inspire you and show you no matter how bad life gets, if you keep, pushing, fight hard, and refuse to be put down, then you can rise above and have a good life no matter what cards you are dealt with. Sponsor:  Ho...
2023-01-0145 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Nelson Tressler-Goals To GreatnessRon talks to Nelson Tressler founder and CEO of igotsmarter.com which is a goal achievement program and app created to help people succeed in every aspect of life and author of the book "The Unlucky Sperm Club, You Are Not the Victim of Your Circumstances but A Product of Your Choices". After being born into one of the biggest scandals his small Pennsylvania town had ever seen, Nelson will tell you his life was horrible, but he set goals and turned his life around. Sponsor:    Hyberbolic Stretching                   https://75749pw0v6qu6y3gbd3k67y7p2...
2022-12-1150 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Susan De Lorenzo-Pulling The Gems From AdversityRon talks to transformational life coach Susan De Lorenzo who specializes in helping those recover from setbacks such as cancer, divorce and job loss aka "gems in disguise" using proven techniques for success. Susan is a survivor of invasive breast cancer whose marriage fell apart directly following her year of treatment. Sponsor:    Home Doctor-Practical Medicine for Every Household                   https://73513pvyw5-y6x4c-fu4-9fm7l.hop.clickbank.net Links:         https://susandelorenzo.com                   susan@susandelorenzo.com                   https://itsawrapwithrap.com                   #HC Universal Network
2022-11-2743 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Laurie Singer-Behavioral AnalystRon interviews Laurie Singer, licensed marriage and family therapist, board certified in behavior analysis, who leads the successful Camarillo California based Laurie Singer Behavioral Services Inc. Laurie has just authored her new book entitled "You're Not Crazy, Living with Anxiety, Obsessions and Fetishes". Motivated by her own personal tragedy, Laurie has devoted her life to the field of mental health with a clear vision in mind to create a team approach for helping individuals resolve behavioral and other mental health issues by applying a unique combination of behavioral and cognitive behavioral therapies.  Sponsor:    Sou...
2022-11-1339 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Doug Noll-De-Escalator and PeacemakerRon interviews Doug Noll, award winning trial lawyer, speaker, author and now a peacemaker and mediator. Doug is the co-founder of the award-winning Prison of Peace Project in which he has taught prisoners (many murderers) in maximum security facilities to be mediators and peacemakers.  Doug is the author of De-Escalate:  " How to Calm an Angry Person in 90 Seconds or Less " Doug explains to us the concepts of emotional competency and the most important thing a parent can do for a child. Sponsor:    Doug Noll-creator of Emotional Competency and Advanced Emotional Competency Combined Course
2022-10-301h 00”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”David Page-Food AmericanaRon talks with David Page creator of the television series "Diners, Drive Ins and Dives". David is a long time journalist network news producer with two decades of foreign and domestic service with ABC  and NBC News who transitioned to food television  and then authoring a book titled Food Americana. David has gone all over the United States capturing the stories behind the people and places in the foods we consume and compiled all that into the book. Sponsor:    Paul Rushworth-Brown Author of  Red  Winter Journey and Skullduggery                   available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble,,  and wherever boo...
2022-10-1650 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Kevin Roth-Mindful Awareness, Riding The Surfboard of LifeRon talks with internationally known singer, songwriter, pianist, artist and mountain dulcimer player Kevin Roth. His music spans the world with contributions to traditional, original, contemporary and jazz influences. Kevin has performed at the White House twice and made many radio and television appearances throughout the world.  He talks to us about his career and overcoming a melanoma diagnosis in which he was given a few years to live and his new career as a life coach teaching mindful awareness. Sponsor: Doug Noll-creator of Developing Emotional Competency and Advanced Emotional Competency Combined Course https://transactions.s...
2022-10-0256 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Fred Rutman-The Man Who Died 20 Times and Found Intermittent FastingRon interviews Fred Rutman who was clinically dead 20 times due to his heart stopping. Fred discusses his weight gain to  340 pounds standing only at 5 ft 7 inches, his heart  stopping, his diabetes, and his medical misdiagnoses only to find relief by discovering the world of intermittent fasting. His life has not been the same since. Sponsor: Laurie Singer Author-You're Not Crazy-Living with Anxiety, Obsessions and Fetishes                Laurie Singer Behavioral Services Inc                 lauriesingerbehavioral.com                yourenotcrazybook.com Links:      repeatedly.dead.fred@gmail.com                IG   repeatedlydeadfred                https://itsawrapwithrap.com                #HC Universal Network
2022-09-1850 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Chad Osinga (aka Mr Tenacity)-His Mess Is His MessageRon talks with Chad Osinga, high school dropout turned college graduate, U.S. Army special operations sniper and combat operations instructor, speaker, writer and life coach mentor. Chad grew up in a drug house with a mother addicted to crack cocaine. He discusses with us the numerous adversities and challenges he has faced arising from war, special needs children, marital problems, accidents, and physical and mental setbacks and how he overcame to become a success today. Sponsor:  Doug Noll-Developing Emotional Competency and Advanced Emotional Competency Combined Course                 https://transactions.sendowl.com/stores/14858/237014        ...
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”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Sylvester Jenkins III-A Man Of ResiliencyRon talks with Sylvester Jenkins III-U.S. combat army veteran of five tours of duty, four tours in Iraq and one in  Afghanistan.  He grew up in a single parent home located in a crime infested neighborhood but made it out to become a college graduate, accomplished speaker and bestselling author.  His story is phenomenal. Sponsor:  Sour Honey                 www.sourhoney.com                 Use Coupon Code 50sour when ordering Links:       sylvesterjenkins.com                 https://itsawrapwithrap.com                 #HC Universal Network  
2022-08-2142 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Carolyn Breinich-What It Is Like To Be A Childhood Cancer SurvivorRon discusses with Carolyn Breinich author of Faith, Hope and Cancer her journey from being diagnosed at age 13 with leukemia to her adult years about the physical, emotional, social aspects and friends and family dynamics involved with the disease.  The listener will get a perspective of the ramifications of having childhood cancer. Sponsor:     Author Sylvester Jenkins III-"From Combat to Comeback, How to Conquer the Battles of Adversity"                    available in paperback, kindle, audio book from Amazon,  iTunes and sylvesterjenkins.com Links:         leukemiagirl.com                   https://itsawrapwithrap.com                   #HC Universal Network
2022-08-0746 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Dorothy Graham O-Dell, The OvercomerRon speaks to Dorothy Graham O-Dell who shares her incredible journey to a life without limits. She has authored the book "The Overcomer, Facing Challenges with Faith and Courage".  She will tell us about her being bullied in school, having low self-esteem and self-worth, her abusive relationship, and family tragedies and trauma.  She spent years living her life as others wanted her to. She has found out how to be authentic to herself, and she has overcome so she can help others do the same. Sponsor:  Doug Noll-Developing Emotional Competency and Advanced Emotional Competency Combined Course  ...
2022-07-2443 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Eddie & KatieZingleman-Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP) Does Not Define MeRon talks to Eddie and his wife Katie Zingleman about Eddie's lifelong battle with RP, a group of eye disorders that cause progressive vision loss.  Eddie was thrown several roadblocks in life but talks about his resiliency to overcome and today  his ability to make handcrafted country home furnishings . Links:       www.tennesseewoodworks.com                 https://itsawrapwithrap.com                 #HC Universal Network
2022-07-1048 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Jeff Johnston-”Living Undeterred”Ron talks with Jeff Johnston who has experienced compound loss , first his 23 year old son to Fentanyl poisoning in 2016 and most recently his wife to addiction. But Jeff is "Living Undeterred" by loss, doing what he can to change the narrative in the United States when it comes to mental health, overdose and addiction.  Links:    www.livingundeterred.com             https://itsawrapwithrap.com             #HC Universal Network
2022-06-2653 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Therese ”Tee” Forton-Barnes-Household Toxin Health CoachRon talks with Tee Forton-Barnes, a household toxin health coach on guiding us to avoid toxicants and chemicals that could cause cancer and other illnesses and lead us toward living a healthier low-tox life. Tee navigates us through the process of making healthier choices and informs us of alternative products and options that are not harmful to our health and the environment. Sponsor:   Carolyn Breinich, author of Faith, Hope and Cancer, The Journey of a Childhood Cancer Survivor Links:        leukemiagirl.com                  https://thegreenlivinggurus.com                  https://itsawrapwithrap.com                  #HC Universal Network
2022-06-1249 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Dr Kim Fischer-Advanced Care Planning ExplainedDr Kim Fischer explains to us why we need to have an advanced care directive in our possessions so we are clear on what we want to happen to us should an accident or illness arise that renders us unable to speak for ourselves and to avoid family  conflict around this issue. Dr Fischer has supported countless families through difficult conversations and decisions regarding advanced care planning issues. Sponsor:        Nadean Barton, Author of "Can A Girl Catch A Break"                       www.canagirlcatchabreak.com Links:             www.lucidadvocate.com                       https://itsawrapwithrap.com                       #HC Universal Network   
2022-06-0135 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Sara Im-Killing Fields Of Cambodia SurvivorRon talks to Sara Im, a survivor of the killing fields of Cambodia  where up to 3 million people perished.  She tells us of her escape from the fields and her journey of starting her new life in America. Sponsor:    Hero Soap Company                   www.herosoapcompany.com Links:         www.saraim.com                   https://itsawrapwithrap.com                  #HC Universal Network
2022-05-1645 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Guy Monroe-The Charisma Coach Who Overcame StutteringRon has an in depth  interview with Guy Monroe, a verbal coach who discovered how to control his own stammer and social anxieties by applying the same techniques used by professional singers. Guy was a social anxiety sufferer who gained confidence by mastering control over his voice and mindset. He now teaches others how to do the same.  Sponsor: The Hero Soap Company                www.herosoapcompany.com Links:      https://guymonroe.com                charismaventure@gmail.com                facebook.com/group/stutterchallenge                https://itsawrapwithrap.com                #HC Universal Network
2022-05-0135 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Frank Rivera-A Man With A Rare But Growing Disease, SarcoidosisFrank Rivera discusses with Ron how he was misdiagnosed and treated for lung cancer only to find out 7 years later he actually was suffering with Sarcoidosis.  Despite being told in 2018 that his condition is terminal, Frank  remains incredibly active in the Sarcoidosis and Rare Disease communities.  Frank will tell us how he stays positive and hopeful throughout his journey. Sponsor:    The Green Living Gurus-Owner Tee Forton-Barnes                   Tees Organics                  www.thegreenlivinggurus.com Links:        www.strongerthansarcoidosis.org                  www.sarcoidosislongisland.org                  https://itsawrapwithrap.com                  #HC Universal Network                                              
2022-04-1752 min”It’s A Wrap with Rap”
”It’s A Wrap with Rap”Chuck and Hannah Keels-Miracles Do HappenRon talks with Chuck Keels-who shares his miraculous story of complete healing from Stage 4  cancer when given only three months to live by his doctors. He discusses how he met his now wife Hannah,  also a stage 4 breast cancer survivor and their work going forward with their nonprofit, the Living Hope Cancer Foundation which offers free cancer coaching and  inspiration to people to live their lives  to the fullest. Sponsor:   Sara Im- author and holistic wellness coach                 Books- How I Survived The Killing Fields,  Holistic Approach                  www.saraim.com    Links:    www.getupandlive.org    ...
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