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EPISODE · Jul 16, 2025 · 11 MIN

The Adaptable Octopus – Featuring Zachary Weeks

from The Adaptable Octopus · host Blair Riggs

🎙️ The Adaptable Octopus – Featuring Zachary WeeksIn this powerful episode, we're joined by the amazing Zachary Weeks — advocate, accessibility consultant, and founder of the Cerebral Palsy Worldwide Facebook group. Zachary shares his journey of embracing his disability, building community, and pushing for change in Alberta, Canada, where he’s advocating for accessibility legislation.Host Blair opens up about their own path toward self-acceptance, inspired by Zachary’s advice: “Whatever you do, be passionate.” From signing petitions to designing warm coats for kids in wheelchairs, Zachary’s work is making a real impact — and proving that advocacy starts with authenticity.💬 Highlights:How Zachary built a 20,000+ member CP community onlineFinding purpose through volunteering and passionPushing for an Accessible Alberta ActThe story behind the ZAC Sack winter gear👉 Join the community: Search Cerebral Palsy Worldwide on Facebook 🎧 Listen & subscribe: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & moreThanks for tuning in — and remember: stay passionate, stay connected, and stay adaptable. 🐙

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