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The Handicapable Podcast
by The Handicapable Network
The Handicapable Podcast is a show where we delve into everything about the disability community! From relationships, to careers, travel and more, we will cover many topics with our guests! Not only will we be joined with individuals who have disabilities themselves, we will also talk with experts in this field!hcpod.com
Episodes
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The Handicapable Podcast: S3 E6: Don't Give Up
In this episode of The Handicapable Podcast, Adam sits down with Kayla Ireland, a storyteller, college student, para dressage rider, co-author, office manager, communication assistant, and talk show host. Kayla lives with spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy and epilepsy, and she uses AAC…
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The Handicapable Podcast: S3 E5: Access Granted
On today’s episode, Adam talks with Maylan Chavez and Sory Rivera, two disability advocates living with spinal muscular atrophy, about their journeys with SMA, the friendship they’ve built, and the importance of accessibility, representation, and community. Together, they share an honest and...
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The Handicapable Podcast: S3 E4: Destroy Duchenne
On today's episode, Adam has a conversation with Elijah Stacy, founder of the nonprofit Destroy Duchenne, which he started at just 15 years old after learning the average lifespan for Duchenne and deciding he wasn’t going to accept that as the end of the story. Elijah breaks down gene therapy...
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The Handicapable Podcast: S3 E3: Life's a Polyp
On this episode of The Handicapable Podcast, Adam has a conversation with Jenny Jones, founder of Life’s a Polyp, a platform dedicated to raising awareness and educating others about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP) and related GI conditions, while building community for people who don’t…
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The Handicapable Podcast: S3 E2: No Limits
On today’s episode, Adam talks with David Solano, a Phoenix educator and basketball coach with nearly three decades of experience, and the founder of Solano’s No Limit Hoops, a nonprofit using basketball to keep kids off the streets and give them a place to belong. One of the best stories he...
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The Handicapable Podcast: S3 E1: Unbreakable
Today on The Handicapable Podcast, we’re joined by Tony Jacobson, author, motivational speaker, and adaptive fitness coach living with brittle bone disease, also known as osteogenesis imperfecta. After more than seventy fractures, Tony refused to let his diagnosis define his limits, and instead...
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The Handicapable Podcast: S2 E13: Breakfall
On today's episode Adam talks with Buddy Cassidy. Buddy is from Annandale, Virginia and has a degree in English from UC Irvine! Buddy has Duchenne muscular dystrophy and is an advocate for those with the disease all around the world. He is also the editor of the new upcoming book “Breakfall” by...
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The Handicapable Podcast: S2 E12: Making Technology More Accessible
On today's episode, Adam talks with Alex Dunn! Alex is the founder and CEO of Cephable! Cephable is a groundbreaking tool that allows people with disabilities to use their computer easier. Through the use of AI, Cephable allows individuals to control their computer with gestures that include...
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The Handicapable Podcast: S2 E11: Anyone Can Cook
On today's episode, Adam talks with Andrew Bain. Andrew is from Scotland and has congenital myopathy. Congenital myopathy is a condition similar to congenital muscular dystrophy and is a neuromuscular disease that affects how the muscles in the body function. Andrew is a chef and discovered his...
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The Handicapable Podcast: S2 E10: Nothing About Us Without Us
Today’s guests are Kelly Berger and Avery Roberts. Kelly is from Cincinnati, Ohio and graduated from the University of Kentucky and has congenital muscular dystrophy. She is an advocate for those living with CMD. Avery is a New Jersey native and also has congenital muscular dystrophy. Avery is a...
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The Handicapable Podcast: S2 E9: Making a Difference by Being Different
On today's episode Adam interviews, Chris Hannah. Chris is from New Jersey and is the founder of the Cole the Deaf Dog and Friends Foundation. In 2017 Chris adopted a dog that so many had passed up on due to the fact he is deaf, but that only made him love the dog even more, that dog is now known...
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The Handicapable Podcast: S2 E8: Looking Up
New episode is out! On today's episode, Adam has a conversation with Megan Grannan. Megan has a rare form of dwarfism called metatropic dysplasia, which is a skeletal disorder affecting how bones grow. She is a New Jersey native, and a teacher for students with special needs. Megan has a…
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The Handicapable Podcast: S2 E7: Navigating Life
On today's episode of The Handicapable Podcast, Adam and Dr. Tye. D. Martin, have a conversation all about navigating life as individuals living with physical disabilities. For those of you who have been around since episode 1, Dr. Martin was our first guest to be on our show. Tye received his…
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The Handicapable Podcast: S2 E6: Finding Purpose
On today's episode of the Handicapable Podcast, we discuss finding your purpose in life with Adam Wechsler. Adam Wechsler has Duchenne muscular dystrophy and is part of the Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy Adult Advisory Committee with me. We want to help you find your purpose so that you can…
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The Handicapable Podcast: S2 E5: Everything Is "Figureoutable"
On todays episode, Adam interviews Brittany Reinke! Brittany was born with Cerebral Palsy, a movement and posture disorder with differing levels of severity, all with varying levels of pain. She is a licensed mental health therapist as well as a digital marketer. Brittany is the mother to 3 boys,...
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The Handicapable Podcast: S2 E4: Flames, a minisode with Adam
On today’s mini episode of The Handicapable Podcast, Adam recollects the story of one of the scariest moments in his life, and touches on the need for accessible rental properties. The Handicapable Podcast companion site: www.hcpod.com Northshore Specialty Coffee: www.northshore.coffee Intro…
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The Handicapable Podcast: S2 E3: My Becker Story
On today's episode, Adam talks with Brad Miller. Brad lives with Becker Muscular Dystrophy, and is from Ontario, Canada. He runs a blog called “My Beckers Story” which raises awareness about his condition and about general issues people with disabilities face. Brad was able to overcome childhood...
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The Handicapable Podcast: S2 E2: Hope and Purpose
On today's episode of The Handicapable Podcast, Adam interviews Dr. Ryan Russell, Ph.D. Ryan lives in Kansas City, Missouri and has Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Ryan has a PhD in Psychology, Master of Education and is a health and mindset coach with his wife Angela. Ryan and Angela offer their...
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The Handicapable Podcast: S2 E1: Break a Leg (Figuratively)
On this episode of The Handicapable Podcast, Adam talks with Kevin Christopher Fox. Kevin lives with primary lateral sclerosis (PLS), a motor-neuron disease that affects body movement. He graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from DePaul University in 1995 since then he has acted in...
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The Handicapable Podcast: Season 1 Conclusion
Adam gives a brief message concluding season 1. The Handicapable Podcast companion site: www.hcpod.com
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The Handicapable Podcast: S1 E14: Beyond the Sound
On this episode of The Handicapable Podcast, Adam interviews Shannon Bonardy. Shannon lives with hard-of-hearing and has 2 children. She advocates for invisible disabilities and wants to show anyone who will listen how to accept themselves for who they are. Shannon shares her journey as a...
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The Handicapable Podcast: S1 E13: Together For Sharon
On this episode of The Handicapable Podcast, Adam talks with Dr. George Ackerman. George has been an advocate for Parkinson's disease since his mother's passing in 2020. Through his website togetherforsharon.com, he continues to spread awareness about the disease. George has written 3 books, the…
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The Handicapable Podcast: S1 E12: On Ice
On this episode of The Handicapable Podcast, Adam interviews Monica Quimby! Monica became a paraplegic after a skiing accident when she was a sophomore in college. She now plays para-ice hockey for Team USA and the Tampa Bay Lightning. Monica was also Miss Wheelchair Maine in 2011 and continues…
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The Handicapable Podcast: S1 E11: Inclusivity in Film
On this special episode of The Handicapable Podcast, Adam interviews Tobias Forrest and John Lawson, the stars in the new authentically cast film "Daruma"! This new film is executive produced by two-time Academy Award-winning director Peter Farrelly ("Dumb and Dumber," "The Green Book," "The…
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The Handicapable Podcast: S1 E10: Journey to Independence Part 2
On this episode of The Handicapable Podcast, Adam continues his conversation with Abby Lehner. Abby shares her career journey and talks about living independently. We also touch on topics surrounding dating as well. If you haven't listened to part 1, do that before listening to this one! Intro...
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The Handicapable Podcast: S1 E9: Journey to Independence Part 1
On this two-part episode of The Handicapable Podcast, Adam interviews Abby Lehner! Abby has Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), and is from Boston, Massachusetts. She is able to show that with the right mindset, independence is never out of reach! Join us on a conversation all about her journey to...
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The Handicapable Podcast: Minisode: Advocation and Presentation
On this minisode of The Handicapable Podcast, Adam talks about how to advocate for yourself and how to present yourself as someone with a disability best. The Handicapable Podcast Companion Site: hcpod.com Intro music provided by Udio AI
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The Handicapable Podcast: S1 E8: Hacking Life
On this episode, our host Adam interviews Pat Moeschen. Pat lives with Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy and taught music for 27 years! He now works for a non-profit organization called Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy, which is an organization dedicated to the eradication of muscular dystrophy....
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The Handicapable Podcast: S1 E7.2: Adaptation
On this episode of The Handicapable Podcast, Adam continues his conversation with Michael Lapham. Michael continues to share the story of his injury that left him a paraplegic and how he has adapted to his disability over the years. He is able to show how even when tragic things happen…
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The Handicapable Podcast: S1 E7.1: Tracking a New Perspective
On this episode of The Handicapable Podcast, Adam interviews Michael Lapham. Michael is a T11-T12 paraplegic after a motorcycle crash in 2003. He is an avid hunter and doesn't let his disability stop him from doing what he loves. He has been married to his wife (another paraplegic) for 13 years!…
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The Handicapable Podcast: Minisode: What's the deal with the ADA?
On this minisode of The Handicapable Podcast, Adam talks about the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) and some flaws that it has. He talks about some of these flaws and offers solutions on how those flaws can be resolved. The Handicapable Podcast Companion Site: hcpod.com Intro music provided…
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The Handicapable Podcast: S1 E6: Jamie Santillo
On this episode, Adam interviews Jamie Santillo! Jamie owns the company Adventures by Jamie, a travel agency specializing in helping those with disabilities travel! She has congenital muscular dystrophy but is not letting that stop her from making a difference in the world. Jamie wants to take…
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The Handicapable Podcast: S1 E5: Cheyenne Heflin
On this episode of The Handicapable Podcast, Adam interviews Cheyenne Heflin. Cheyenne is a pediatric cancer survivor who suffered an amputation to prevent the spread of her cancer. She is an advocate for those with disabilities, especially those who have experienced limb loss. Cheyenne is an...
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The Handicapable Podcast: S1 E4: Nevin Steiner
On this episode of The Handicapable Podcast, Adam interviews Nevin Steiner. Nevin works at ESPN as a Digital Video Producer. He lives with Becker muscular dystrophy, which is a form of muscular dystrophy that progresses at a much slower rate than other types. Nevin is at the age where his disease...
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The Handicapable Podcast: S1 E3: All Wheels Up
On this episode of The Handicapable Podcast, Adam interviews Alan Chaulet, the vice president of All Wheels Up. All Wheels Up is a non-profit organization with the goal of adding a wheelchair spot on commercial aircraft. They want to open up the world of destinations for everyone, and to make...
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The Handicapable Podcast: S1 E2: Let's Talk About Travel
Adam talks about all things travel on this shorter episode of The Handicapable Podcast! He discusses his top 3 favorite accessible US cities he has visited and gives you best practices on traveling as someone with a disability. With a bit of humor along the way, let's talk about all things travel!
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The Handicapable Podcast: S1 E1: Dr. Tye D. Martin Ph.D
On this episode of The Handicapable Podcast, Adam interviews Dr. Tye D. Martin Ph.D. Dr. Martin received his Ph.D from New Mexico State University in 2019. He has an unconfirmed diagnosis of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and is an advocate for the disability community. Dr. Martin is an ambassador…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Handicapable Podcast is a show where we delve into everything about the disability community! From relationships, to careers, travel and more, we will cover many topics with our guests! Not only will we be joined with individuals who have disabilities themselves, we will also talk with experts in this field!hcpod.com
HOSTED BY
The Handicapable Network
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