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EPISODE · Dec 18, 2025 · 24 MIN

Spina Bifida Warrior: Facing challenges head on (Enable: The Disability Podcast)

from Enable: The Disability Podcast · host Geoff Herbert & Kurt Hower

Derrek Cooke, who was born with Spina Bifida, speaks with “Enable: The Disability Podcast” about what it means to be a "Spina Bifida Warrior" and facing challenges head on. He also spoke about who his heroes are, the resources and support he receives, and the near-death experience that taught him to enjoy life to the fullest. He created Derrek's Bags for other people with disabilities to carry catheters and similar medical equipment, featuring positive phrases like "Disability is not a bad word," and donates 34% of the proceeds to the Spina Bifida Association of New York State. Derrek's Bags: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DerreksBags Spina Bifida Association of New York State: https://sbanys.org/ National Spinia Bifida Association: https://www.spinabifidaassociation.org/ “Enable: The Disability Podcast,” which highlights amazing people with disabilities and different abilities, releases new episodes weekly on YouTube and all major podcast platforms. Follow facebook.com/enablepodcast or @enablepodcast on Instagram and TikTok for more. Note: Views expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of Advance Local. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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