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The Tye-PodS2E76 with guest Caden NelmsToday I am joined by Caden Nelms who is a digital creator living with SMA type 2.He discusses his journey and advocacy navigating life with a progressive neuromuscular diagnosis. We also talk about some of the difficulties in securing insurance for necessary treatments, including Spinraza injections and physical therapy. Caden’s advocacy efforts while attending college led to significant accessibility improvements like ramps, curb cuts, and accessible dorms. I really appreciate his willingness to share this experience in particular as so many of us in the disability community fight inaccessible spaces in our daily lives.✨ Next time on The TyeP...
2025-12-1855 min
Digital ActivismMikey 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 therapeutic role of music in our lives and Mikey producing his first project post-diagnosis. Mikey emphasizes the need for community support across social media! We discuss the challenges and triumphs of living with disabilities, the importance of raising awareness for ALS, and the significance of collaboration in creative projects. Mikey shares h...
2025-09-151h 31Digital ActivismNew 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/@digitalactivismprojectPod IG: https://www.instagram.com/digitalactivismproject/Caden IG: https://www.instagram.com/obviously_its_caden/Caden TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wheelchair_kingCaden Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/cadennelms.bsky.social
2025-08-2537 minDigital ActivismThe Attack on Section 504 & Disabled Americans w/ Britt BelwineHello 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 disabled people safe.Thanks Britt (@myelasticheart) for joining me to discuss what is happening in the fight for disability rights!SECTION 504 RESOURCES:Lawsuit (Texas Attorneys General Website): https://www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/sites/default/files/images/press/HHS%20Rehabilitation%20Act%20...
2025-03-1049 minDigital ActivismWE 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 Activism on Spotify or YouTube! Wherever you are getting this episode, please like, comment, share, rate, and follow! It helps so much!ALL THE LINKS:...
2025-03-0324 minDigital ActivismDiscussing OCD w/ Laura HudgensHello 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!
2024-04-1228 minDigital ActivismMy 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!
2024-04-1228 minDigital ActivismCollege Accommodations w/ Courtney SnowHello beautiful people!
On this episode, Courtney and I talk about accommodations, the ADA, advocating on a college campus!
2024-04-0528 minDigital ActivismInvisible 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!
2024-03-2925 minDigital ActivismManaging 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!
2024-03-2229 minDigital ActivismDisability Justice & Prisoner Rights w/ Law Student Britt BelwineBritt 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!
2024-03-1526 minDigital ActivismCollege 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 and make sure to check out my blog post that correlates with this episode to get some tips on flying as a wheelchair user.
2024-03-0825 minDigital ActivismHow A Skiing Accident Changed Everything w/ Mason BranstratorMason 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 and make sure to check out my blog post that correlates with this episode on my website!
https://digitalactivismpro.wixsite.com/digital-activism/blog
2024-03-0128 minDigital ActivismEros & Jessica w/ Jessica Sconyers Part 2Hello 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 independent:
https://digitalactivismpro.wixsite.com/digital-activism/post/3-tech-devices-that-are-game-changer-for-accessibility
2024-02-2424 minDigital ActivismService Animals w/ Jessica Sconyers Part 1Hello 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 service dogs here: https://digitalactivismpro.wixsite.com/digital-activism/post/owner-trained-or-program-trained-which-would-you-choose
Also, follow us on Instagram, @digitalactivismproject!
2024-02-1627 minDigital ActivismEmotional Support Animals with Maggie BishopHello 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: https://digitalactivismpro.wixsite.com/digital-activism/post/understanding-emotional-support-animals
Also, follow us on Instagram, @digitalactivismproject!
2024-02-0923 minDigital ActivismGetting to Know Your Host, Caden Nelms, with Matthew KodrowskiHello 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 learn more about my journey to accepting my disability here: https://digitalactivismpro.wixsite.com/digital-activism/post/who-am-i-and-what-lead-me-here
Also, be sure to follow us on Instagram, @digitalactivismproject!
2024-02-0225 min
Roar Podcast ProductionsAdapting and Making a DifferenceHost Caleb Rogers brings in guest Caden Nelms for an exciting conversation about the little things he's had to adapt to being in a wheelchair. Caleb Talks about how Caden has made a difference in the community.
2023-04-1317 min
Roar Podcast ProductionsConspiracies of Disabilities with Caden NelmsJoining me on this episode of Conspiracy Theoryology is Caden Nelms. For this episode, we talk about various conspiracy theories relating to disabilities, and how they can affect society. If you want to keep up with Caden, you can follow him on Instagram, @obviously_its_caden. For more information, visit emmarti.com
2022-10-3036 min
Conspiracy TheoryologyConspiracies with Disabilities with Caden NelmsJoining me on this episode of Conspiracy Theoryology is Caden Nelms. For this episode, we talk about various conspiracy theories relating to disabilities, and how they can affect society. If you want to keep up with Caden, you can follow him on Instagram, @obviously_its_caden. For more information, visit emmarti.com
2022-10-2836 min
Roar Podcast ProductionsHow To AdaptCaden Nelms, a junior majoring in Mass Communications, discusses the challenges he had to confront being disabled and how he adapted.
2022-10-1938 min
Digital ActivismS2: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!: https://piedmontroar.com/9919/sliderposts/nahomi-solorzano-a-journey-like-no-other/
Follow Nahomi on Instagram: @nahomi.solorzano2
Follow me on Socials!:
Website: https://rollingthroughlife.org/
Instagram: @obviously_its_caden
Twitter: @nelms_caden
TikTok: @wheelchairking
2022-07-301h 25
Roar Podcast Productions#GoingViral: Platform InterconnectivityIn this episode of "#GoingViral," host Anna Watson explores the dos and don'ts of using TikTok for promotion. Do you need a media mix, a strong message, or a personal story? Listen, now, to see how Mr. Caden Nelms runs his platform, Rolling Through Life... For more #GoingViral content go to www.hashtaggoingviral.com
2022-04-0319 min
Digital ActivismBONUS: 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
2021-11-0439 minDigital ActivismS2: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: @obviously_its_caden
Twitter: @nelms_caden
TikTok: @wheelchairking
2021-11-0428 min
What the Mont?What the Mont? Oct. 22, 2021It's #homecoming! This week's "What the Mont?" discusses the #Piedmont #vaccine mandate, the weekend's homecoming celebration, and the end of prohibition on campus. This week's episode is hosted by senior sports communications major Christian Castro and junior mass communications major Caden Nelms. What the Mont? Fridays at 4. News, sports and everything more.
2021-10-2211 minDigital ActivismEp. 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!
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Website: https://rollingthroughlife.org/
Instagram: @rtl_pod
Twitter: @rtl_pod
TikTok: @rollingthroughlifepod
2021-06-3019 minDigital ActivismEp. 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!
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Website: https://rollingthroughlife.org/
Instagram: @rtl_pod
Twitter: @rtl_pod
TikTok: @rollingthroughlifepod
2021-05-1115 minDigital ActivismEp. 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 Life's website has a new, fresh domain, rollingthroughlife.org! Check it out!
Thanks for listening, love you all!
Follow Rolling Through Life on Socials!:
Website: https://rollingthroughlife.org/
Instagram: @rtl_pod
Twitter: @rtl_pod
TikTok: @rollingthroughlifepod
2021-04-1215 minDigital ActivismEp. 8: Ableist Phrases and Why They HurtHello 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!
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Website: https://rollingthroughlife520381931.wordpress.com
Instagram & Twitter: @rtl_pod
TikTok: @rollingthroughlifepod
2021-04-0319 min
A Bit Above23. The Dead Man in the Creek?Fellow BTeamer, Caden Nelms, joins us for a game!
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2021-03-2636 minDigital ActivismEp. 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
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Website: https://rollingthroughlife520381931.wordpress.com
Instagram & Twitter: @rtl_pod
TikTok: @rollingthroughlifepod
2021-03-1112 minDigital ActivismEp. 6: My Favorite Quote + Clubhouse App InclusivenessIn 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 what I think I am”- We spend SO much time working on our selves and who we want to be, and in our minds we are that person. But we might not truly be that person. (Confusing I know...
2021-03-0434 minDigital ActivismEp. 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!!!
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Instagram & Twitter: @rtl_pod
TikTok: @rollingthroughlifepod
2021-02-2524 minDigital ActivismEp. 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 Disabled in Australia" here!
Book Depository: https://www.bookdepository.com/Growing-Up-Disabled-in-Australia/9781760641436
Amazon: https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B0828L39RV&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_9VVYVG99CGDSE7R5KC2Y...
2021-02-1135 minDigital ActivismEp. 3: My Elementary School Experience- Part 1This 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 runner who is working with Google to get his independence back!
For more information on Project Guideline, check out these links!:
goo.gle/projectguideline
https://youtu.be/C_h4HnKVptk
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2021-02-0419 min
Digital ActivismEp. 2: What Not To DoIn today's episode, I talked about what not to do when interacting with someone who happens to have a disability! I hope you enjoy my podcast! If you do, please consider dropping a follow and leaving a review!
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2021-01-2821 minDigital ActivismRolling Through Life - Ep. 1: Introduction Into My LifeThis 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!
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2020-10-2522 min
Talks with AQEpisode 12: Talks with Caden, Disability AdvocacyHad an amazing discussion with Special Guest, Caden Nelms! He really had a lot of excellent things to say in regard to disability advocacy and how he does not let anything stop him from achieving his goals in life. This episode is a real inspirational one and you do not want to miss out on listening to this hour podcast of questions and answers and great laughs. Follow Caden at:Twitter: https://twitter.com/nelms_cadenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/obviously_its_caden/Tik Tok: wheelchair_king
2020-09-121h 09