”It’s A Wrap with Rap”

Host Ron Rapaport interviews Lauren Zelt, founder and CEO of Protecting American Consumers Together (PACT), about her journey from journalism to leading a national nonprofit focused on consumer protection.
The conversation explores PACT's mission to stop lawsuit abuse, staged-accident scams, and misleading legal and medical practices that drive up costs for everyday families, and highlights real-world examples, a documentary, and recent state legislative wins.
Listeners learn practical tips to protect themselves, where to find resources (ProtectingAmericanConsumers.org), and how to get involved in supporting consumer-rights reform.
Sponsors:   Dr. Erica Elliott, author of "Medicine and Miracle in the High 
                   Desert, From "Mountains to Medicine",  "From Doctor to                           Healer"
                   Alicia Baca Rush, author of "The Good Kind of Cancer"
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Host Ron Rapaport interviews certified betrayal trauma practitioner Mr. J about the nature of betrayal trauma, how it differs from other trauma, and practical steps for individuals and couples to begin healing.
The episode covers immediate actions after discovering betrayal (medical checks, needs assessments, grounding), managing shame and triggers, rebuilding trust, common reconciliation mistakes, realistic timelines, and resources from Mr. J for ongoing support.
Sponsors:   Ayis Caperonis,  author of "Staring Down Depression"
                  Kerisma Vere, author of "The Light Switch Myth"
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In this episode Ron Rapaport interviews Victoria Pelletier, a corporate executive and author who rose from poverty and trauma to become a CEO and thought leader on resilient, authentic leadership.
Victoria explains her concept of "healthy resilience," contrasts it with burnout, and shares practical habits—self-care, community, purpose, and self-awareness—that sustained her career and leadership through major transformations.
Listeners will hear personal stories, leadership lessons, and actionable advice for cultivating resilience, empathy, and a whole-human approach to success.
Sponsors:       Billy Mandarino, author of The NowIst"
                       Dr. Erica Elliott, author of trilogy "From Mountains to 
                       Medicine, "Medicine and Miracles in the High Desert",
                       "From Doctor to Healer"
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Host Ron Rapaport interviews Dr. Erica Elliott about her transformation from conventional physician to healer, exploring her work with the Navajo, the mind–body connection, and her practice in environmental and functional medicine.
The episode covers her personal health crises caused by toxic environments and implants, how she learned to diagnose medical mysteries, criticisms of corporate medicine, and practical steps for deeper healing. Dr. Elliott also discusses her books and upcoming title, The Medical Detective.
Sponsors:     S.Kaye Klein, author of "The Betrayal of Sanity"
                    Kerisma Vere, author of "The Light Switch Myth"
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Meet Billy Mandarino, author of the "NOW-IST, Finding the Signs to Your Ultimate Desires in No Time". Billy is a speaker, teacher, businessman and founder of the NOW-IST principles showing a world in stress and fear, a way out.
Host Ron Rapaport and Billy will discuss how, through feeling and imagination, we can find the way back to our true self and a fulfilled life.
Sponsors:   Arthur Lih, author of "Sorry, Can't is a Lie"
                   Billy Mandarino, author of 'The NOW-IST"
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Host Ron Rapaport interviews Bryan Blackmon about his journey from addiction, homelessness, and incarceration to sobriety, TikTok fame, and founding Crab Crew Life. Bryan shares the role of Elaine in his recovery, practical daily disciplines, and advice for anyone feeling hopeless, plus how listeners can follow his work at CrabCrewLife.com.
Sponsors:    S.Kaye Klein, author of "The Betrayal of Sanity
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Ron Rapaport talks certified life coach Marit Welker, on the deeply emotional and often misunderstood topic of family estrangement between parents and their adult children.
Marit brings clarity, compassion and insight into the complex dynamics between mothers, fathers, sons and daughters who have become distanced or completely disconnected.
Her philosophy centers on accountability, self-reflection, healing and the belief that change often begins on the parents' end.
Their discussion will explore the causes of estrangement, the emotional toll it takes, and practical pathways toward understanding and reconciliation.
 
Sponsors:   Arthur Lih, author of Sorry, "Can't is a Lie"
                   Billy Mandarino, author of "The NowIst"
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In this episode, host Ron Rapaport interviews Sophia Demas, author of The Divine Language of Coincidence, about her experiences with synchronicity, divine timing, and miracles. Sophia shares personal stories — from prophetic dreams to spontaneous healings — and explains how gratitude, prayer, and taking action on meaningful coincidences helped transform her life and inspired her books and workshops.
Listeners will learn practical ways to notice signs, distinguish meaningful coincidences from chance, and cultivate awareness through journaling and faith. Sophia also discusses her Living a Fearless Life program and how her work supports at-risk women.
Sponsors:   Arthur Lih, author of "Sorry, Can't is a Lie"
                 Sopia Demas, author of "The Divine Language of Coincidence"
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Host Ron Rapaport talks with Arthur Lih, the founder, inventor and CEO of LifeVac, a patented choking-rescue device that has saved thousands of lives worldwide.
After spending eighteen years co-building a highly successful logistics company, and in 2012 learning about the tragic death of a seven-year-old child choking on a grape, he was driven from retirement to find a solution without any knowledge of medical devices that could prevent choking deaths.
Arthur is the author of "Sorry, Can't is a Lie", where he shares lessons from his entrepreneurial journey, personal setbacks and the mindset required to turn adversity into impact.
 
Sponsors:   Laszlo Suhajda, author of "Twelve Bells to Freedom"
                   Sophia Demas, author of The Divine Language of 
                   Coincidence, How Miracles Changed My Life After I Began
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Ron Rapaport interviews Laszlo Suhayda, who escaped Soviet communist Hungary in 1956 to remind the world that freedom doesn't come free.
His book "Twelve Bells to Freedom" tells the harrowing true story of how the post WWll Russian occupation of Hungary sought to destroy faith-banning religion, imprisoning clergy, and forcing families to inform on each other.
His gripping firsthand account will captivate listeners, from history buffs to those passionate about faith, freedom and resilience. This is a listen for all young people to learn about life under this political system.
Sponsors:   Sophia Demas, author of "The Divine Language of Coincidence, How Miracles Transformed My Life After I Began Paying Attention"
                   Laszlo Suhajada, author of "Twelve Bells to Freedom"
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