”It’s A Wrap with Rap”

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...

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...

Host 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...

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...

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...

Join 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...

Join 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...

In 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,...

In 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...

In 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...