A Heartbeat Away

In this deeply moving first episode of Heart of Hope, Jana Bonassi, a cardiac arrest survivor and Mrs. Florida American 2024, sits down with her husband, Ricardo Bonassi, the man who saved her life. In an emotional and candid interview, Ricardo recounts the terrifying night when Jana’s heart stopped during a New Year’s Eve celebration, and how his quick thinking and CPR training brought her back from the brink of death.

Despite being out of his comfort zone, Ricardo shares his background in cardiac electrophysiology, his fascination with medical devices, and the crucial role CPR and an AED played in Jana’s survival. With insights into the emotional toll of performing CPR on a loved one, this episode offers inspiration for anyone who has faced life’s unexpected challenges. Ricardo’s account is not just about heroism, but also the power of lo ...