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Digital Activism
by Caden Nelms
Hello beautiful people! Digital Activism is hosted by Caden Nelms! Caden has Spinal Muscular Atrophy and uses a wheelchair full-time. Each episode, Caden discuss disabilities, chronic illnesses, advocating on social media, and more!
Episodes
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Unlocking Communication with Brady Day & Darcy Day
This episode is a compelling call to listen, learn, and challenge our assumptions about intelligence and communication. Brady’s story demonstrates that with the right tools and persistence, barriers can be dismantled, revealing the profound potential within us all. Brady and his mom, Darcy, talk...
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Daniel Hodges: Systemic Risks, Disability Discrimination, & Changing Environments | Digital Activism
In this episode, Daniel Hodges, co-founder of Peaces of Me Foundation, shares his powerful journey navigating the healthcare system, disability discrimination, and advocacy for inclusive communities. Daniel has great insights as someone who was born with multiple disabilities, father of three…
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The Shocking Truth About Social Security That Could Destroy Your Benefits | Digital Activism
Hello beautiful people! The last few days have been filled with phone calls, appointments, research, confusion, and anger at the government…. shocker! In today’s episode, I share my recent experiences with the Social Security Administration, the challenges and frustrations of navigating…
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I’m Tired of the Backstabbing! | Changing SMA Treatment | Digital Activism
Caden Nelms recently switched medications for Spinal Muscular Atrophy. He took a lot of information into consideration and realized that he could no longer handle the injection. Caden shares his personal journey switching from Spinraza to Evrysdi for treatment for Spinal Muscular Atrophy…
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Answering Questions About Disability | Digital Activism
Hello beautiful people! This episode is audio only (sorry!) After I yap for a few minutes, I answer questions that I found online that relate to disability! I talk about dark humor, weird questions that people have asked me, and how I answer the “are you disabled question’ on a job application.…
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Diagnosed with Muscular Dystrophy at Age 2 | Alfonso Reyes (@musculardystrophywarrior) | Digital Activism
Hello beautiful people! in today's episode, Caden had the opportunity to speak with Alfonso Reyes, a.k.a @musculardystrophywarrior on social media! We discuss whis Muscular Dystrophy diagnoses, navigating public school and college, favorite video games, best friends, and what shoes Caden should…
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NEW PODCAST STUDIO and Lily The Producer
We are back (for real this time)! We are in a new studio, we have a producer, and we are uploading episodes on Fridays! We have also created a new website for the podcast, check it out! Episode show notes & transcripts can be found here: www.digitalactivismpod.com/ Follow Caden!: Caden...
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Mikey Stone: ALS Diagnosis at 25, Finding Community on Social Media, & New Music!
Hello beautiful people! For this episode, I talked with Mikey Stone, a social media advocate for ALS awareness and disabilities. Mikey shares his journey from a casual social media user to a prominent figure raising awareness for ALS after his own diagnosis in February 2025. We chat about the...
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New Jobs , THE Ferris Wheel, & Going Viral!
Hello beautiful people! Let’s talk about new jobs, my TikTok getting hacked, SMA Conference, and THE Ferris wheel video!🎡 ALL THE LINKS: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@digitalactivismproject Pod IG: https://www.instagram.com/digitalactivismproject/ Caden IG:...
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The Attack on Section 504 & Disabled Americans w/ Britt Belwine
Hello beautiful people! This episode is likely the most important podcast episode I have ever done! Please listen and share it with others, as disabled Americans are at risk of losing their protections and rights. Use the resources below to learn about Section 504 and how you can help keep…
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WE ARE SO BACK! | Updates, 2025 Bingo Card, & Video Episodes & More!
Hello beautiful people! We are back! It has been too long, but the podcast is back and better than ever! This episode is dedicated to giving you all updates, my goals for 2025, and working out the kinks of doing a VIDEO FORMAT for the podcast!!! If you would rather watch me yap, check out Digital...
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My Diagnosis, Changes in Life, and More w/ Angie Nelms (MY MOM!!!)
Hello beautiful people! In this episode, I talked with my Mom! We talked about my diagnosis and how shy I used to be! Advocating changed how extroverted I am!
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Discussing OCD w/ Laura Hudgens
Hello beautiful people! In this episode, Laura and I talk about OCD, how it plays a role in her life, and how her cats help her manage her OCD!
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College Accommodations w/ Courtney Snow
Hello beautiful people! On this episode, Courtney and I talk about accommodations, the ADA, advocating on a college campus!
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Invisible Disabilities, Dynamic Disabilities, & Learning to Love Naps w/ Morgan Cooper (Part 2)
Morgan (Mo), @morgraco_, and I talk about invisible disabilities, dynamic disabilities, and how we are both learning to love napping! I hope you enjoy the episode and make sure to check out my blog post that correlates with this episode!
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Managing Symptoms & Balancing Social Media Content w/ Morgan Cooper (Part 1)
Morgan (Mo), @morgraco_, discusses how she manages her chronic Illness symptoms and how she has learned to balance her content on social media! I hope you enjoy the episode and make sure to check out my blog post that correlates with this episode!
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Disability Justice & Prisoner Rights w/ Law Student Britt Belwine
Britt discusses her disability & chronic illnesses, inaccessibility, and the intersection of disability rights and prisoner rights! I hope you enjoy the episode and make sure to check out my blog post that correlates with this episode!
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College Life, Social Media, & Traveling w/ Mason Branstrator (Part 2)
Mason Branstrator, a T-12 incomplete paraplegic, is a full-time college student and social media advocate! In part 2, we talk about his housing accommodations, accessibility on campus, why he started posting on social media, and flying on a plane as a wheelchair user. I hope you enjoy the episode...
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How A Skiing Accident Changed Everything w/ Mason Branstrator
Mason had a skiing accident in 2021 and is now a T12 incomplete paraplegic and uses a manual wheelchair full-time. In this episode, we talk about the accident, not letting being different get to you, and how he's living his daily life as a disabled college student! I hope you enjoy the episode…
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Eros & Jessica w/ Jessica Sconyers Part 2
Hello beautiful people! Jessica and I finish up our conversation in this episode talking about volleyball and Eros! I hope you enjoy the episode and make sure to check out my blog post that correlates with this episode to read about three technology devices that could make your life more...
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Service Animals w/ Jessica Sconyers Part 1
Hello beautiful people! I had an opportunity to talk with Piedmont student Jessica Sconyers about service animals! I hope you enjoy the episode and make sure to check out my blog post that correlates with this episode to learn more about the difference between owner-trained and program-trained...
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Emotional Support Animals with Maggie Bishop
Hello beautiful people! I had an opportunity to talk with Piedmont student Maggie Bishop about ESAs and why an ESA was right for her! I hope you enjoy the episode and make sure to check out my blog post that correlates with this episode to learn more about ESAs here:...
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Getting to Know Your Host, Caden Nelms, with Matthew Kodrowski
Hello beautiful people! For the very first episode of Digital Activism, I thought it would be a good idea for you to get to know me. So, I had my best friend Matthew Kodrowski interview me! I hope you enjoy this episode and make sure you check out my blog post that correlates with this episode to...
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S2:E2: Talking with Nahomi Solorzano about Friendship, Things She's Learned & More!
Hello beautiful people! In today's episode, I talk to one of my best friends, Nahomi Solorzano! We talk about how we became friends, what she has learned since being my friend, her story, and more! Thanks for listening, love you all! Link to Nahomi's story!:...
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BONUS: Full Conversation with my Friend Matthew Kodrowski!
Here is my full conversation with my friend Matthew Kodrowski! Thanks for listening, love you all! Follow me on Socials!: Website: https://rollingthroughlife.org/ Instagram: @obviously_its_caden Twitter: @nelms_caden TikTok: @wheelchairking
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S2:E1: I'm Back with Exciting News & Interview with a Friend!
In today's episode I talk about new changes for season two of Rolling Through Life, as well as some exciting news! Also, we talk to one of my friends from college, Matthew Kodrowski! Thanks for listening, love you all! Follow me on Socials!: Website: https://rollingthroughlife.org/ Instagram:...
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Ep. 11: Everyday Activities I Struggle With + Life Updates!
In today's episode I gave a list of 9 everyday activities I struggle with and how I do them! I also gave some exciting (to me) life updates!! Thanks for listening, love you all! Follow Rolling Through Life on Socials!: Website: https://rollingthroughlife.org/ Instagram: @rtl_pod Twitter: @rtl_pod...
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Ep. 10: Accessible Clothing Tips & Tricks!
I am back! In today's episode, I talk about what accessible clothing I use, and my tips & tricks! Thanks for listening, love you all! Follow Rolling Through Life on Socials!: Website: https://rollingthroughlife.org/ Instagram: @rtl_pod Twitter: @rtl_pod TikTok: @rollingthroughlifepod
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Ep. 9: Handicap Parking: 7 Ways to Help Article + New Website Domain!
In today's episode, I read parts of an article that talks about handicap parking and 7 ways to help from from my friend Holly VonWald over at discoveringlifeunlimited.com! Check out her blog to read more about her, daily life with a disability, Christian living and more! Also, Rolling Through...
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Ep. 8: Ableist Phrases and Why They Hurt
Hello everyone! In today's episode, I talk about ableist phrases and why they hurt people with disabilities! I also give a update on my I didn't post for two weeks and my second Covid vaccine! Thanks for listening, love you all! Follow Rolling Through Life on Socials!: Website:...
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Ep. 7: Why I Trust so Quickly + #HeyJustin on Twitter!
In today's short episode, I talked about why I have to trust people in my life so quickly! I also talk about Justin G. and #HeyJustin trending on Twitter! Follow Justin G. on Twitter @syndrome22q1! https://twitter.com/syndrome22q1 Follow Rolling Through Life on Socials!: Website:...
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Ep. 6: My Favorite Quote + Clubhouse App Inclusiveness
In today's episode, I talked about my absolute favorite quote and how the Clubhouse app is so inclusive! QUOTE: "I'm not what I think I am, I'm not what you think I am, I'm what I think you think I am"~ Charles Cooley, American Sociologist Simplified Breakdown of quote: the beginning, “I am not...
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Ep. 5: Useful Smart Home Tech for Disabled + Podcast Updates!
In this episode I talk about the most useful smart home tech for the disability community! I also give everyone updates on the podcast, including A NEW WEBSITE!!! Follow Rolling Through Life on Socials!: Website: https://rollingthroughlife520381931.wordpress.com Instagram & Twitter: @rtl_pod...
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Ep. 4: Carly Findlay on new Book "Growing Up Disabled in Australia"
Carly Findlay and I had a great conversation talking about the newest book in the "Growing Up" series, "Growing Up Disabled in Australia"! Follow Carly on Twitter and check out her website to learn more about her!: Twitter: @carlyfindlay Website: http://carlyfindlay.com.au/ Buy "Growing Up…
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Ep. 3: My Elementary School Experience- Part 1
This episode is the first part of many talking about my experience going to school in a small town with a disability. In this episode, I talk about my time in kindergarten and first grade and some of my favorite (and not so favorite) memories! For this episode's fun fact, I talk about a blind...
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Rolling Through Life - Ep. 1: Introduction Into My Life
This episode tells you what this podcast is about, my disability, and gives you a look into my two major surgeries! I hope you enjoy my podcast! If you do, please consider dropping a follow and leaving a review! Check out my podcast on Anchor!: https://anchor.fm/rolling-through-life
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Hello beautiful people! Digital Activism is hosted by Caden Nelms! Caden has Spinal Muscular Atrophy and uses a wheelchair full-time. Each episode, Caden discuss disabilities, chronic illnesses, advocating on social media, and more!
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