”It’s A Wrap with Rap”

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.
Sponsors:   Author Lorie Kleiner Eckert-"Chai on Life"
                  Author Jay Setchell-"The Strength Within You, It's Always 
                  Too Soon to Quit!
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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.
Sponsors:     Jay Setchell, author of "The Strength Within You: It's                                  always Too Soon to Quit"
                    Lorie Kleiner Eckert, author of "Chai on Life"
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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.
Sponsors:
Mike Sealy, author of "Mindset Unlocked"
Joel Steele, author of "Life Switch"
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Links:
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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.
Sponsors:
Joel Steele, author of "Life Switch"
Mike Sealy, author of "Mindset Unlocked"
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Links:
LinkedIn-Mike Sealy
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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.
 
Sponsors:
Mike Sealy, author of "Mindset Unlocked"
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Joel Steele, author of "Life Switch"
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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.
Sponsors:      Judy Kim Cage, author of 'Supersurvivor"
                     Stacey Roberts, author of "The Pain Free Formula"
Links:            www.johnjay.co.uk
                    E:  john@johnjay.co.uk 
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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.
Sponsors:     Judy Kim Cage, Author of "Supersurvivor"
                    Stacey Roberts, Author of "The Pain Free Formula"
Links:           IG  @judykimcagetheauthorpage
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In 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
Links:          LinkedIN    @mark akins
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Host 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 France"
                   Dr Scott Geise author of "A Disturbing Injustice"
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Links:          https://www.tracythesleepcoach.co.uk
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Registered 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 Scott Geise author A Disturbing Injustice"
                    John Jay author of "Ninette's War, A Jewish Story of Survival in 1940's France
                    Hero Soap Company-Use Code RAP for a 10% discount
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Links:           newyouhealthandwellness.com
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