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Zach Tidwell, Pushing Past Possible: A Marine's Journey from Despair to Purpose

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 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 Zach opens up about his military upbringing, the circumstances that led to his life-altering injury, and how he found a new purpose. He offers valuable insights for those struggling with mental health issues, emphasizing the    importance of seeking help and finding community. This episode is a testament to resilience and the power of rewriting your own story. Sponsors:    Hero Soap Company-Use Code Rap for a 10% discount                    https://www.herosoapcompany.com                    Danny Covey Author of "Scar Tissue"                    www.dannycovey.com                    Mike Aronson Author of "Whatever"                    www.thewhateverbook.com                                     Links:         zachtidwell.net                                     X   @zach.ctidwell                                     https://itsawrapwithrap.com  
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04 Mar 2025

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 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 Zach opens up about his military upbringing, the circumstances that led to his life-altering injury, and how he found a new purpose. He offers valuable insights for those struggling with mental health issues, emphasizing the    importance of seeking help and finding community. This episode is a testament to resilience and the power of rewriting your own story. Sponsors:    Hero Soap Company-Use Code Rap for a 10% discount                    https://www.herosoapcompany.com                    Danny Covey Author of "Scar Tissue"                    www.dannycovey.com                    Mike Aronson Author of "Whatever"                    www.thewhateverbook.com                                     Links:         zachtidwell.net                                     X   @zach.ctidwell                                     https://itsawrapwithrap.com