Your Ultimate Comeback
Join Brad and Raquel on this weekly podcast as they explore all aspects of health. After going through some extreme hardships and dealing with the aging process, Brad and Raquel came to realize that today's platforms of "Health," "Wellness," and "Fitness" are simply too superficial. They miss so much of what is needed to truly be resilient, fit, healthy, age-defying and constantly growing in life. It's time to break the curse of "MORE and HARDER," is the path. No stone will be left unturned, and warning some of these topics may rub you the wrong way. Please join us with an open mind, and understand when darkness is upon us we are at a crossroads.... Give up or Fight. This podcast will support you in the fight! It's time for Your Ultimate Comeback!
Your Ultimate Comeback
EP 81: He Healed Chronic Pain Without Surgery | Vinny Crispino’s Comeback Story
In Episode 81 of Your Ultimate Comeback, Brad and Raquel sit down with Vinny Crispino—former elite athlete and founder of Pain Academy—for a powerful conversation about pain, healing, and the mind-body connection.
After a devastating back injury ended his athletic career, Vinny spent years battling chronic pain, confusion, and desperation. Instead of giving in, he took control of his healing—diving deep into movement therapy, neuroscience, and emotional resilience.
Vinny shares how he turned his darkest moments into the foundation for Pain Academy, a revolutionary program that’s helped over 10,000 people reclaim their lives. From breaking the neuroplastic pain loop to understanding the role of stress and self-talk, this episode is a roadmap to real, lasting recovery.
If you're living with pain or supporting someone who is, this episode will shift how you think, feel, and move.
🎙 Don’t miss:
✅ Why surgery isn’t always the answer
✅ The surprising role of playfulness in healing
✅ How compassion and mindset impact physical pain
✅ Real stories of transformation from Vinny’s clients