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QuadPodcast is hosted by Bob Ness, a C-6 quadriplegic. The podcast is designed to inform, educate and entertain. Listen and learn about people with spinal cord injuries: We're independent people who lead interesting lives. We're all walks of life, nice people, jerks, funny, dull, partiers, teetotalers, doctors, lawyers, actors, musicians, etc. everything that makes people humans. Hopefully you'll meet some or all of them…well, meeting all would be impossible, but at least you'll hear some conversations that are at times humorous, illuminating, heartbreaking and uplifting about day-to-day life as a wheelchair [email protected]

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  1. Johann Meintjes | Quad Photographer at 2024 Paris Olympics

    While I was watching the 2024 Paris Olympics, I spotted a photographer using a wheelchair and immediately felt a connection—here was another quad working on the world stage in a creative field. As a fellow quad with a camera rig, I reached to see if he'd want to chat about his experience. We...

  2. Acknowledging the Anniversary of Your Accident

    As Quadriplegics, the date of our accident has profound meaning. But how should you spend the day? I spoke with five friends who are also quadriplegics to find out how we each acknowledge this emotional day. Reach out with questions or comments: [email protected] Information about Reveca's...

  3. Quads and Caregivers - Mariam Paré and Bob talk about the importance of reliable assistants

    Getting up in the morning is tough as a quad, and finding the right fit with a caregiver is so important to our mental and physical well-being. Those hours spent in the morning are imperative for a good quality of life as a quadriplegic. Send comments and questions to: [email protected] More...

  4. Thirty Five Years as a Quadriplegic

    Bob Ness and Peter Soby compare notes about their very similar life experiences after 35 years as C-6 quadriplegics. Getting older as a quad isn't easy, but we definitely threw caution to the wind when we were younger and have had some fun through the years. Sometimes you gotta laugh to keep from...

  5. One Million Pushes a Year: Jim Welti and Bob talk about staying active in your wheelchair

    Jim Welti has a goal of one million pushes in his wheelchair every year, Bob tries to stay active with his Freewheel as well. Bob and Jim both use the Apple Watch to track their activity, and they discuss the importance of keeping active as a quad.

  6. Quads, Voting Booths, and Activism: Tucker Cassidy talks about quad voting and Iowa politics

    Tucker Cassidy stopped by to discuss wheelchair voting and the importance of inclusion, as well as his advocacy and activism for people with disabilities. He also gets to meet many candidates at the beginning of their presidential campaigns during the Iowa caucuses, and does lots of work for...

  7. Quads in Quarantine Vol. 1 with Mariam Paré: Talking about navigating Covid 19 as a quad

    Bob Ness and Mariam Paré discuss how the Covid 19 pandemic has affected our lives, work, and relationships, as well as how we are navigating these uncertain times while trying to maintain a sense of normalcy.

  8. Quad Musicians: Gabriel Rodreick and Bob talk about rediscovering your art after spinal cord injury

    Quad Musicians: Gabriel Rodreick and Bob talk about rediscovering your art after spinal cord injury by Quad Podcast

  9. Being a Quad and an Amputee: Jim Welti talks about his work ethic and taking care of your quad body

    Being a Quad and an Amputee: Jim Welti talks about his work ethic and taking care of your quad body by Quad Podcast

  10. Two Quads Who Podcast Talk About Quad Podcasting: Tiffiny Carlson joins Bob for a quad talk

    Two Quads Who Podcast Talk About Quad Podcasting: Tiffiny Carlson joins Bob for a quad talk by Quad Podcast

  11. Quad Solo Grocery Shopping: Come with Bob on a quick trip to the store

    Quad Solo Grocery Shopping: Come with Bob on a quick trip to the store by Quad Podcast

  12. Dinner With Quads: Reveca and Bob talk about going out to dinner in a wheelchair

    Dinner With Quads: Reveca and Bob talk about going out to dinner in a wheelchair by Quad Podcast

  13. Paralyzed at nine years old: Jorge Alfaro talks about growing up as a paraplegic

    Paralyzed at nine years old: Jorge Alfaro talks about growing up as a paraplegic by Quad Podcast

  14. Can you have sex? Bob and Mariam Paré discuss the truths and myths of intimacy as a quadriplegic

    Can you have sex? Bob and Mariam Paré discuss the truths and myths of intimacy as a quadriplegic by Quad Podcast

  15. Quads On A Plane! Reveca and Bob talk about the uncertainty of travel, and the 'residue of danger.'

    Quads On A Plane! Reveca and Bob talk about the uncertainty of travel, and the 'residue of danger.' by Quad Podcast

  16. What Happened? Julia Gray stops by to ask questions about what life is like in a wheelchair

    What Happened? Julia Gray stops by to ask questions about what life is like in a wheelchair by Quad Podcast

  17. Quads In The Cold: Bob and Dave discuss wheeling in the winter

    Quads In The Cold: Bob and Dave discuss wheeling in the winter by Quad Podcast

  18. Quad Rugby and Life: Denny, Dave and Bob talk about keeping your sense of humor, no matter what

    Quad Rugby and Life: Denny, Dave and Bob talk about keeping your sense of humor, no matter what by Quad Podcast

  19. Quads Behind the Wheel: Bob and Reveca talk about driving with hand controls

    Quads Behind the Wheel: Bob and Reveca talk about driving with hand controls by Quad Podcast

  20. From NASA Engineer to Wheelchair Parts Designer: Mark Chelgren talks about how he invented Frog Legs

    From NASA Engineer to Wheelchair Parts Designer: Mark Chelgren talks about how he invented Frog Legs by Quad Podcast

  21. Quads Need Their Attendants: A chat with attendants about the business of getting quads out of bed

    Quads Need Their Attendants: A chat with attendants about the business of getting quads out of bed by Quad Podcast

  22. Wheelchairs and Rollercoasters: Murray Krasnoff talks with Bob about navigating theme parks

    Wheelchairs and Rollercoasters: Murray Krasnoff talks with Bob about navigating theme parks by Quad Podcast

  23. Who's the Quad Hosting the Podcast? Mike Jaz turns the tables and asks

    Who's the Quad Hosting the Podcast? Mike Jaz turns the tables and asks by Quad Podcast

  24. Disability in the Movies: Susan Nussbaum and Bob discuss miracle cures and mercy killings

    Disability in the Movies: Susan Nussbaum and Bob discuss miracle cures and mercy killings by Quad Podcast

  25. Art and Inspiration: Mariam Paré talks about art and learning to paint with a brush in your mouth

    Art and Inspiration: Mariam Paré talks about art and learning to paint with a brush in your mouth by Quad Podcast

  26. Quads, Wheelchairs and Kids: Curiosity and Understanding

    Quads, Wheelchairs and Kids: Curiosity and Understanding by Quad Podcast

  27. Buying Medical Equipment: Pete Santucci talks about navigating insurance and getting approvals

    Buying Medical Equipment: Pete Santucci talks about navigating insurance and getting approvals by Quad Podcast

  28. Attendants and Independence: Bob and Reveca talk about getting up in the morning

    Attendants and Independence: Bob and Reveca talk about getting up in the morning by Quad Podcast

  29. Pain in the Gas: Patrick Hughes and Bob talk about gassing up when you drive from a wheelchair

    Pain in the Gas: Patrick Hughes and Bob talk about gassing up when you drive from a wheelchair by Quad Podcast

  30. Dances with Wheels: Kris Lenzo and Bob talk about contemporary dance in wheelchairs

    Dances with Wheels: Kris Lenzo and Bob talk about contemporary dance in wheelchairs by Quad Podcast

  31. Wheelchairs in the Wilderness: Bob and Dariusz Barwacz talk about fishing and camping.

    Wheelchairs in the Wilderness: Bob and Dariusz Barwacz talk about fishing and camping. by Quad Podcast

  32. Disability and Employment: Pat Maher and Bob Ness discuss getting back into the workforce

    Disability and Employment: Pat Maher and Bob Ness discuss getting back into the workforce by Quad Podcast

  33. Clothes for Quads: Dave Hanson and Bob talk about getting the right fit when buying clothes

    Clothes for Quads: Dave Hanson and Bob talk about getting the right fit when buying clothes by Quad Podcast

  34. Reveca Torres talks about connecting quads through her organization, Backbones

    Reveca Torres talks about connecting quads through her organization, Backbones by Quad Podcast

  35. Bill Bogdan talks with Bob about the use and abuse of disabled parking spots

    Bill Bogdan talks with Bob about the use and abuse of disabled parking spots by Quad Podcast

  36. Mike Ervin and Bob Ness talk about arts and disability, activism, and being a smartass cripple

    Mike Ervin and Bob Ness talk about arts and disability, activism, and being a smartass cripple by Quad Podcast

  37. Rookie Katie Wahl talks with Bob about the wheelchair learning curve

    Rookie Katie Wahl talks with Bob about the wheelchair learning curve by Quad Podcast

  38. Linda Cassady talks to Bob about high heelin' and wheelin'

    Linda Cassady talks to Bob about high heelin' and wheelin' by Quad Podcast

  39. Bob Ness chats with his former physical therapist, Dr. Sheila Dugan

    Bob Ness chats with his former physical therapist, Dr. Sheila Dugan by Quad Podcast

  40. Bob Ness and Dave Hanson talk about getting drunk in their wheelchairs

    Bob Ness and Dave Hanson talk about getting drunk in their wheelchairs by Quad Podcast

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

QuadPodcast is hosted by Bob Ness, a C-6 quadriplegic. The podcast is designed to inform, educate and entertain. Listen and learn about people with spinal cord injuries: We're independent people who lead interesting lives. We're all walks of life, nice people, jerks, funny, dull, partiers, teetotalers, doctors, lawyers, actors, musicians, etc. everything that makes people humans. Hopefully you'll meet some or all of them…well, meeting all would be impossible, but at least you'll hear some conversations that are at times humorous, illuminating, heartbreaking and uplifting about day-to-day life as a wheelchair [email protected]

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