The Mel Robbins Podcast

What Matters Most in Life (In Memory of Judge Frank Caprio)

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Aug 25, 2025
Join Judge Frank Caprio, America's beloved judge, as he shares powerful life lessons learned from nearly 40 years on the bench. His journey emphasizes the importance of compassion, empathy, and understanding, both in the courtroom and in life. He reflects on the profound impact of family values and how they shaped his aspirations. With a focus on meaningful connections, resilience, and embracing kindness, this emotional conversation serves as a heartfelt tribute to Caprio's legacy and offers listeners guidance on what truly matters in life.
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ADVICE

Make Small Acts Of Help

  • Help and lift other people, especially the unfortunate, disabled, and hungry.
  • Small acts of caring cost little to you but can feel like moving a mountain to them.
ANECDOTE

Milkman Lessons In Compassion

  • Frank's father refused to stop milk delivery to families with children even when payments lagged.
  • He sometimes added money himself to help customers keep milk for their kids.
ANECDOTE

A Father's Handwritten Charge

  • As a boy Frank kept his father's autograph note that urged him to proceed honorably along a long, bumpy road.
  • He still keeps that book and uses his father's words as lifelong guidance.
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