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Reinventing Life After 60: One Woman's Move to Portugal

Host Ron Rapaport interviews Barbara Grassey, author of American Expat, Moving Abroad Solo After 60, about her bold relocation to Portugal and practical advice for mature adults seeking reinvention abroad.
They cover visas, healthcare, finances, cultural adjustments, making friends, and the importance of scouting trips and flexibility when building a new life oveseas.
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Chai on Life: Quilts, Chai, and Reinventing Yourself at Any Age

In this episode of It's a Wrap with Rap, Lorie Kleiner Eckert—writer, storyteller, quilter, and author of Chai on Life—shares warm, candid stories about family, faith, and personal reinvention. She discusses turning quilts into books, finding meaning in everyday moments, and the Jewish idea of "chai" as a life-affirming theme.
Lorie offers practical advice on writing, staying resilient through life changes, and taking one small step each day toward a new life. The conversation is full of humility, humor, and heartfelt takeaways meant to inspire readers of all ages.
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Lisa Johnson-Overcoming the Challenges of Toxic Relationships

Host Ron Rapaport discusses with certified domestic violence expert, advocate, high-conflict divorce coach, and author of the critically acclaimed book "Been There, Got Out" Lisa Johnson, about helping survivors to seek clarity, strength and a way forward.
Lisa, who is not a lawyer, represented  herself  through scores of court appearances and her case was published in the Connecticut Law Journal in 2021 and her live testimony contributed to the passage of "Jennifer's Law", one of the first U.S. laws to expand the legal definition of domestic violence to include "coercive control" which is financial or emotional abuse.
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Joel Steele, Flip Your Life Switch: From Rock Bottom to Purposeful Success

Host Ron Rapaport interviews Joe Steele, entrepreneur and author of Life Switch, about overcoming major setbacks—bankruptcy, brushes with jail, and burnout—and rebuilding a life of purpose.
They explore Steele’s core philosophy of living "on" versus "off," the three P’s (potential, passion, purpose), practical habits for staying activated, and one actionable step listeners can take today to begin their own transformation.
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Super Survivor: Judy Kim Cage’s Unbelievable Comeback After Stroke

In this episode Ron Rapaport interviews Judy Kim Cage, author of Super Survivor, about her life-changing hemorrhagic stroke and remarkable recovery.
Judy discusses how denial, resistance, and persistence shaped her healing journey, the challenges of rehabilitation, navigating long-term disability, and the gratitude and purpose she found afterward.
Listeners will hear practical hope, peer mentoring insights, and why recovery can lead to a renewed life.
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Raising Light: A Mother's Fight for Her Child with Albinism

Chelsea Cella joins the podcast to share her family's experience raising a child with albinism — from a shocking birth and delayed diagnosis to the daily realities of vision problems, sun sensitivity, medical gaps, and social stigma.
She explains what albinism is, the urgent safety and medical needs it creates, the struggles with insurance and specialists, and the importance of genetic testing and community support.
Chelsea's story is a call to greater awareness, advocacy, and practical solutions for families affected by this rare condition.
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Inside the Mask: How High Achievers Battle Imposter Syndrome

Host Ron Rapaport talks with former corporate leader and coach Mike Sealy about imposter syndrome — why accomplished people still doubt themselves, where those feelings often begin, and how a growth mindset expands your comfort zone.
They discuss real-life examples, the role of perfectionism and culture, practical steps to quiet the inner critic, and how leaders can create supportive environments to help people thrive.
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Slow Aging Secrets with Harvard Certified Wellness Coach, Claire Cavalieri

Claire Cavalieri, a Harvard-certified wellness coach, joins the podcast to explain her Slow Aging Method — a modern Mediterranean-style eating plan, consistent daily movement, and nurturing relationships and purpose. They cover nutrition, sleep, stress management, skincare, and how mindset affects long-term health.
The episode offers simple, actionable steps to start improving longevity at any age, highlights common toxins to avoid (sugar, alcohol, ultra-processed foods), and encourages small, sustainable habit changes for better vitality.
 
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Ninette's War: A Teenage Flight from Paris to the Pyrenees

Ron Rapaport interviews author John Jay about his new book, Ninette's War, the true story of Ninette Dreyfus — a Jewish teenager from Paris who survived betrayal, exile, and a perilous escape over the Pyrenees mountains during World War II.
John describes using Ninette’s wartime diary, BBC broadcasts, and eyewitness interviews to reconstruct her experience and traces her life after the war, offering a moving account of resilience and memory.
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From Small-Town Dentist to Federal Prison: One Man's Fight Against Injustice

Dr. Scott Geise, a respected small-town dentist, shares his harrowing account of false accusations, legal manipulation, and a plea deal that led to federal prison, loss of his dental license, and lasting damage to his reputation.
This episode explores how plea bargaining, prosecutorial practices, and procedural failures can overwhelm the innocent, and offers practical takeaways about seeking proper legal counsel, relying on family support, and maintaining mental resilience.
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