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Talking with the Experts: Business Insights#593 Scott Maderer: Master Time, Talent & Treasures for Inspired SuccessIn this episode of Talking with the Experts, host Rose Davidson welcomes author, coach, and Christian entrepreneur Scott Maderer to discuss how faith-based business owners can live a more inspired, purpose-driven life.Scott is the founder of Inspired Stewardship; a business he runs with his wife Carrie to help Christian entrepreneurs align their lives with their true calling. Drawing from his new book Inspired Living: Assemble the Puzzle of Your Calling by Mastering Your Time, Your Talent, and Your Treasures, Scott shares how real success begins with self-mastery.đĄ Three Key Poi...
2025-03-3125 min
This is a True StoryThe Medicinal Power of Camping Alone - Scott CarnahanWhat is the medicinal/healing power of camping alone and how can this practice help you? Today, Scott Carnahan presents his very true and transformative story of healing through the practice of camping alone and solo travel. He also talks about reclaiming spaces by building new memories. Scott Carnahan is a director, producer, artist, photographer, dreamer, roamer, writer, storyteller and more. Scott has an intensely impressive platform with deep writings and incredible images. I really enjoyed my time with Scott and I hope you enjoy as he presents The Medicinal Power of Camping Alone.  More ab...
2021-12-0348 minThis is a True StoryIdea: Declutter Your Mind and Life with The Minimalist Practice of a Packing PartyThe practices and ideas of essentialism and minimalism is something I've attempted to incorporate the past seven years. About six years ago we downsized our entire house and moved 2,000 plus miles away to a smaller home in a strange new world. When we arrived at our new home we filled one garage spot with all of our possessions. We kept these items in the garage and only brought in what we needed, such as beds, coffee makers, clothes, etc. Anything that wasnât needed or didnât bring us value was donated. Over time we did acquire more items such...
2021-09-2909 min
This is a True StoryAdventure Changed My Life - BASE Jumper, Skydiver and Adventure Athlete Jim JenningsHow does adventure improve oneâs life? This is a story of how taking flight changed elite adventure athlete Jim Jennings' life. Jim Jennings suffered a TBI and other complications after an accident. Post accident Jim felt very hopeless at points. What helped in his recovery was an introduction to flying, and by flying, I mean skydiving, BASE jumping, gliding and more. This is a very true and transformative story that you donât want to miss. Jim Jennings is an elite adventure athlete that loves all forms of flight from jumping into the sky to gliding thro...
2021-09-2244 min
This is a True StoryIf Your Life Should Fall ApartâŚSaraMae HollandsworthThis is a story of a high performing athlete that got an infection that almost took her life. Saramae was on life support, lost both her legs, left a toxic relationship, lost some of her identity and more. Iâve covered countless stories of individuals facing adversities and this is one of the best. Despite the adversities, SaraMae Hollandsworth regrouped and became one of the best adaptive athletes on earth. Really, sheâs one of the best athletes on earth, not just adaptive. SaraMae Hollandsworth is a writer, speaker, transformational coach, athlete and my friend. I donât know...
2021-08-2334 min
This is a True StoryA Message to My Birth Mom - A Transformative Adoption Story by Lisa Gerard BraunHow to become okay, when things feel not okay. This story focuses on Lisa Gerard Braunâs adoption story and the challenges, feelings surrounding this experience, meeting her birth mom, and eventually a transformation from uneasiness to acceptance and peace. Lisa Gerard Braun is a writer that dreams to inspire the world to spread peace, joy, and love. Today, Lisa presents A Message to My Birth Mom. More about Lisa Gerard Braun...Lisa is a freelance writer, blogger, mental health advocate, mother of three and sheâs raising her beautiful grandson. Sheâs full of compass...
2021-08-1036 min
This is a True StoryAsking the Homeless, âWhat is the Happiest Part of Your Day?â - Jordan GrossToday, prolific personal development author Jordan Gross presents I Asked 6 Homeless People âWhat is the Happiest Part of Your Day?â and the Answers Brought Tears to my Eyes. Jordan Gross is an author focusing on personal development. Jordan is also an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and all around good dude. His writing will bring optimization and joy to your life. In this story, Jordan states, âIn studying happiness, I questioned, who are or should be the unhappiest people? This is who I was going to interview. Understanding what makes the unhappy happy, puts happiness in its simplest form and should...
2021-07-2835 minThis is a True StoryWeâll Be Feral by the Time You Find Us - Vanessa TorreâInstead of wishing for a tender hand to comfort us, the calm touch of a selfless partner, we fear the strong hand that wants to tame us.â Vanessa Torre presents âWeâll Be Feral by the Time You Find Usâ and then sits with us to share the story behind her story. Vanessa Torre describes herself as a flaming pinball, nerd, music lover, wine snob, and horrible violin player. Sheâs also a talented writer with a strong platform. Find Vanessa Torre here, https://vanessatorre.medium.com https://www.instagram.com/vanessaltorr...
2021-07-0729 min
This is a True StoryWhen Your Home is also a Hostel - Alla GonopolskyâIn a hostel, friendships are measured by openness, not by time. Itâs amazing how fast people go from strangers to dear friends. To dear family, really. I am constantly making friends and losing friends as they travel onward. But when time together is short and transient, walls seem to come down faster. We would rather be ourselves, be vulnerable, than be cool.â Alla Gonopolsky lives with her partner and they own and operate a hostel in Mexico. This hostel serves as not just a home but also a soul school full of love, cacao ceremonies, yoga, and much morel...
2021-06-2938 minThis is a True StoryStart a Podcast and Change Your Life and You Lost Your Way (2 stories)Scott Davidson presents two stories in this episode. Story one, âStart a Podcast Now and Change Your Life.â Starting a podcast changed so my life and it can change your life too, for real! Story two, âQuit Your Job, You Lost Your Way.â Do you ever feel like you lost your way? Do you feel stuck in your job? You probably didnât grow up dreaming of the job youâre in, but thereâs a way out. Â Scott Davidson is an adventure athlete, content creator Review This is a True Story Podcast i...
2021-06-2517 minThis is a True StoryFigure It Out - Jacob PachecoWhen you face adversity you have a choice to quit or keep charging after your hopes and dreams. Surfer, speaker, content creator and entrepreneur Jacob Pacheco chose to keep charging and he presents "Figure it Out" a very true and incredibly inspiring story about adapting to a life of significant disability and how he creates opportunity from adversity. Jacob Pacheco is the founder of ProneToRide and focuses on a mission to empower others to discover their best. Jacob Pacheco was born with Cerebral Palsy and he successfully thrives despite any challenges. Throughout Jacob's life, he's faced incredible...
2021-06-1830 minThis is a True StoryLife as a Palestinian Doctor on the Front Lines of ConflictToday we hear from Dr. Fekri, a Palestinian doctor from Gaza and he shares his story of how and why he became medical doctor. Dr. Fekri then sits with us and shares his perspectives as a Palestinian doctor on the front lines of the Israeli and Palestinian conflict and he describes what it's like to grow up in a region of the world where conflicts can occur at any given time. Itâs all pretty intense and this is a true story.  Find Dr. Fekri here, https://www.instagram.com/fekriymohd/ Â
2021-06-0937 minThis is a True StoryWhat itâs Really Like on a 10-Day Silent Meditation Retreat - Caitlin KratzâI am changed. Even in the almost 5 years that have passed since my first sitting, I find it difficult to lace the right words together to truly convey the impact of the experience. Enlightening, without a doubt, but I might go as far as to say profound. Numerous fellow meditators have described it as the most important thing theyâve ever done for themselves.â Caitlin Kratz Today Poet, Writer, and Experientialist Caitlin Kratz joins us from Los Angeles, CA and presents her story, âWhat itâs Really Like on a 10-Day Silent Meditation Retreat.â Caitlin Kr...
2021-06-0346 minThis is a True StoryThe Terrible Price of the Unlived Life - Crystal JacksonI have so much love for the version of me who shaped a life around fear. She did the best she could for as long as she could. Iâm so grateful for the version of me that found the courage to take a big risk for an even bigger payoff. It all worked out in the endâ Crystal Jackson. Today, writer Crystal Jackson presents her story âThe Terrible Price of the Un-Lived Lifeâ and you donât want to miss this episode. Â More about Crystal Jackson Crystal Jackson is a former ther...
2021-05-2628 minThis is a True StoryThe Life Changing Joy of Minimalism on the Road - Kayli KunkelâMy minimalism was making me happy. But still, life and unattended emotional baggage was getting in the way. So when I made the choice to travel the world and indulge in some long overdue mental health time, I was slightly more equipped for what I needed to do.â Kayli Kunkel presents her story âThe Life Changing Joy of Minimalism on the Roadâ and you donât want to miss this episode. Kayli Kunkel, in her words, is a sometimes traveler, creating new narratives on mental health and sustainability and she is the founder of Earth & Me, a zero-waste...
2021-05-1933 minThis is a True StoryA Day in the Life of a Stunt Person - Nicholas DainesToday, we have Nicholas Daines and he is an absolutely top stuntman, a TV Presenter with a specialism in natural history, a microbiologist, former Great Britain gymnast, and youâve likely seen him on your screen as heâs in Star Wars films, Harry Potter Films, Fantastic Beasts, Mission Impossible, Wonder Women, World War Z, and so many other incredible films and TV series and itâs just too much to list here. Nicholas Dianes will present his story A Day in the Life of a Stunt Person. More about Nicholas Dianes. He presents âDestination Conservationâ â a live action...
2021-05-1233 minThis is a True StoryGrowing Up Gay in the Middle East was TerrifyingâSweet mother, I cannot weave â slender Aphrodite has overcome me with longing for a girl.â Today Maria Atallah shares her story, âGrowing Up Gay in the Middle East was Terrifying.â Maria is a Lebanese writer living in Paris and currently working for Vogue. Mariaâs story dives deep into the current issues and especially dangers the LGBT community faces in the middle east. Maria Atallah writes about fashion, films, books, social issues, and my everyday life as a bisexual Arab woman struggling with depression, bulimia, alcoholism and PTSD. Find Maria Atallah here, https://www.i...
2021-04-2020 minThis is a True StoryI Discovered the Entire Universe - Marta WanderlustâEven the scary and intimidating process of ceasing to exist, itself, may end in bliss.â Marta Wanderlust. Marta Wanderlust threw herself into the abyss and found a featherbed on the other side of letting go. Marta Wanderlust presents her story of taking part in a Shamanic healing ceremony. During the ceremony, Marta experienced no longer being and through this experience she discovered the entire universe. She delivers a profound message that the answers you seek are found within. Marta Wanderlust is a mother, author, space holder, and works with plant spirits, yoga, breathwork, ritual, and cere...
2021-04-1344 minThis is a True StoryHow I Chose My Bank Robbery Getaway Song - Joe LoyaâIâve done many bad things in my life, most of them criminal. And I have genuine remorse for that rogue behavior, just the way any self-respecting person should.â - Joe Loya Buckle up, this is a wild ride! You donât want to miss this episode. Joe Loya is a Writer (essays/books/TV), film consultant, producer, and dad. Joe Loya recently published a 16-episode podcast about his life adventure, Bank Robber Diaries. Joe also published his memoir The Man Who Outgrew His Prison Cell, and this details his extremely tough childhood, subsequent descent into crim...
2021-04-0655 minThis is a True StoryWhy Not Me?Scott Davidson is a father, adventure athlete, speaker, producer and host, and based in Vegas More about Scott Davidson. Scott was featured on or collaborating with Osprey Packs, ESPN, Cotopaxi, Zappos Adaptive, Yahoo News, and more. Scott is an adventure athlete born with severe bilateral CTEV. He shares his story of creating opportunity out of adversity. Scott interviews and collaborates with many notable individuals that face the most significant of adversities and yet find a way to thrive. Scott Davidson discusses what he's learns from his experiences and these individuals. Scott Davidson hosts...
2021-03-3011 minThis is a True StoryAyahuasca Paranoia: That Time I Nearly Died in the Amazon - Alisha SmithâPeople say that ayahuasca is a truth serum, but I think itâs a fear venom. It drives its viney tendrils deep into the sludge of your soul. It has an arsenal of machinery ready to excavate the shittiest beliefs you hold about yourself. It can make you live your worst nightmares, often in the most creative of ways. And if youâre lucky, it may even kill you.â Alisha presents her ayahuasca experience. Alisha Smith is an adventure driven personality that creates classes to help you heal and transform. Sheâs a notable meditation, movement and breathwork...
2021-03-2327 min
Living AdaptiveRobbie Ripoll Reclaims His Life And Goes Back to Body Piercing Suspension - Inked MagRobbie Ripoll (Inked Mag and Ink Master) is back and this is an amazing story of reclaiming your life after a traumatic accident! Robbie recently did something amazingly brave by going back to body piercing suspension. The same body piercing suspension activity that led to a very traumatic accident where Robbie loses his leg. Robbie is one of the most dynamic personalities in the world. This is a journey into the mind and life of a bold and caring human. Get in here and listen. Â Don't forget, if you find any value in this show t...
2021-03-181h 22This is a True StoryShedding Shame and Guilt through Strength and ResilienceIn letting go of the shame I felt about the person I was, Iâve been able to feel pride in the woman Iâm becoming. This past fall, I wrote and released my memoir, âThe Good Stripper: A Soccer Momâs Memoir of Lies, Loss and Lap Dances.â With my book, I am teaching people that experiencing trauma and struggling to overcome them doesnât make us weak, it makes us human and oftentimes itâs these experiences that connect us to each other. Marci Warhaft is a recognized expert on body image and self-esteem, and a regular contr...
2021-03-1527 minThis is a True StoryThe Shift, A Story of Grief and Growth - Susan Hannifin-MacNabâI was a wife and a mother. Until my husband went out for a Sunday drive and didn't show up for dinner. Until he didn't show up for breakfast. Until he was silent.â Susan Hannifin-MacNab is a mother, social worker, educator and author. After her husband died suddenly, she was propelled to act, both personally and professionally, to find practical tools and resources that would help her and their young son intentionally restore, renew, and rebuild a new life. Now, she shares what she learns with you in her very true story. For those looking for grieving resou...
2021-03-0931 minThis is a True StoryWhy You Might As Well JumpâI remembered to breathe, which gave me a second to assess the big picture of my life. It wasnât pretty. At the time, my day-to-day existence was an exercise in monotony. I had a job with no future, an outlook with no hope and a string of first dates who had no intention of calling me back. My life was this way for myriad reasons, but at the root of my stagnancy was an aversion to risk.â Brent Stoller shares why you must take the jump despite the risks. Brent Stoller is a remarkably kind individual that h...
2021-03-0221 minThis is a True StoryDiscovering the essentials for a happy, healthy, and fulfilled lifeAre you struggling to find your purpose in life? Are you struggling to create a self-care routine that works for you or likewise struggling to find a community? Pamela Holt lived in these struggles. She presents her story of how she discovered what she believes are the essentials for her to help live a happy, healthy, and fulfilled life. Pamela Holt uses yoga, meditation, and mindset work to help herself and others tap into the inner authentic self. She seeks to encourage growth through the practices of yoga and mindfulness. She uses her experiences in adversity to...
2021-02-2322 minThis is a True StoryDeclutter your Life and Chase your Dreams - Jennifer Burger Feel like your life is stuck on auto-pilot? Are you doing what you believe is expected of you without actively deciding or even thinking about what you really want out of life? Do the things you own, or seek to own, now own you? If so, listen now and take control of your life. Â A few years ago Jennifer Burger of Simply + Fiercely states, "I took control of my life and cleared out the clutter. I started being honest with myself; listening to my heart, doing more of what I love, and learning to let g...
2021-02-1635 minThis is a True StoryI Started Rock Climbing and it Changed my Life - Austin HarveyAustin Harvey was stuck. âAfter a tumultuous breakup, a good friend of mine finally convinced me â after trying for months â to go to a bouldering gym with him. I had nothing better to do, I figured, so I went.â Everything changed after this decision. Tune in to hear the rest of this true story. Austin Harvey is writer and musician based in Pittsburgh, PA. His life is invested in content creation and he finds immense pride in the process of creating his texts and music. Find Austin Harvey using these links below, https://linktr.e...
2021-02-0925 minThis is a True StoryThe Pacific Crest Trail Saved My Life - Liane HerrickâThe Pacific Crest Trail saved my life, but not in the way most people would expect. I wasnât healing from cancer or coping with the loss of a loved one. Rather, I was bored and that boredom manifested itself as depression. Feeding my depression was a fear that I had left no impact and had no meaningful legacy. I have met many fearless and amazing individuals and I admired their stories. I wondered, âHow will people remember me?â Hear the rest of this very True story from Liane Herrick now.  Liane Herrick is an adventure...
2021-02-0129 minThis is a True StoryNear Death in Death Valley - Aven KaneNear Death in Death Valley - Aven Kane "When are you supposed to tell the guy that you're about to die with, that you're in love with him? Before you try to escape the cliff you're stranded on...or after?" Escape into this true story by incredible adventurer and author Aven Kane by listening now. Link in profile. Aven Kane is a published author that shares writings on Instagram and other platforms. She has created a community through her writings. Her writings are true reflections from a tender-hearted human. She shares her unique perspectives and...
2021-01-1827 minThis is a True StoryNear Death in Death Valley - Aven KaneNear Death in Death Valley - Aven Kane"When are you supposed to tell the guy that you're about to die with, that you're in love with him? Before you try to escape the cliff you're stranded on...or after?" Escape into this true story by incredible adventurer and author Aven Kane by listening now. Link in profile.Aven Kane is a published author that shares writings on Instagram and other platforms. She has created a community through her writings. Her writings are true reflections from a tender-hearted human. She shares her unique perspectives and...
2021-01-1827 minThis is a True StoryTrailer to This is a True Story PodcastAllow me to quickly introduce myself. my name is Scott Davidson and I am excited to share The is a True Story Podcast This podcast is for you....those that seek truly transformative, life altering stories that are very much entertaining, adventurous, dramatic, frightening, romantic, and a bunch of other phenomena. And this podcast is especially for those that seek stories presented in a unique and soul quenching style. Join me as we hear the stories of those living a deliberate life, a meaningful life, a good life. Listen to the dreamers, the adventurers, the n...
2021-01-1301 min
Living AdaptiveTalented Comedian Joe Underwood has Gone ViralComedian Joe Underwood has gone viral! You're about to hear how, why, and more. Joe Underwood is no doubt a rising star. He's got big plans to create more content and continue making us laugh. Joe Underwood is the next generation of rising stars.  More about Joe Underwood. He is a comedian, decorated athlete as a paralympian and collegiate basketball player, and he's well know for crushing TikTok and the stage.  Find Joe Underwood here, https://www.instagram.com/junderwood33/ https://www.tiktok.com/@joeunderwood33 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Duw650RbSqo&feature=youtu.be  If you enjoy the...
2021-01-0847 min
Living AdaptiveSucceeding In Tough TimesWhat works for those that find huge success during significantly difficult times? We discuss this and more as we close out 2020 with the last episode of the year. We realize success is relative and the idea of what is successful is very different for each individual. Â Cohost for this episode is Jacob Pacheco. He was born with Cerebral Palsy and he successfully thrives despite any challenges. Jacob brings his platform "ProneToRide" through social media and YouTube to your doorstep and inspires YOU to keep charging for your dreams and goals! Â Find Ja...
2020-12-2426 min
Living AdaptiveWe Still Climb (Range of Motion Project) This Range of Motion Project (ROMP) team is changing the world.  They're scrappy and they're bringing health care equality, specifically mobility to patients in the Americas (based in Ecuador and Colorado).  At the same time, this team summits extreme altitudes with adaptive athletes. This is an example of how to better the world. We're joined by ROMP founder, adventure athlete, amputee, and CPO David Krupa and also adventure athlete and the ROMP Director of Development Lauren Panasewicz (LP).  Furthermore, we talk about how you climb with us on July 26, 2020 and continue to be part of the community.  More about ROMP ROMP is...
2020-07-2135 min
Living AdaptiveComedian Ryan Niemiller of America's Got TalentComedian Ryan Niemiller jumps on and brings his energy and comedy to show #clubnubb.  Ryan Niemiller is a comic, he's the best in the game, The Cripple Threat of Comedy, constantly booked, and he's really well know for crushing it on America's Got Talent (3rd place of Season 14).  More about Ryan Niemiller Despite being born with a disability in both arms, Ryan Niemiller, the self-proclaimed "Cripple Threat of Comedy" shares his views of the world from the perspective of the handicapped. Ryan began his comedy career in Los Angeles, California, and hasn't looked back since, performing in clubs and colleges acro...
2020-07-101h 06
Living AdaptiveAmputee Athlete and Survivor TV Contestant Dr. Kelly BrunoAmputee on reality TV (survivor)? How does one handle this spotlight? What does it take to succeed in the spotlight, set records running extreme races on a prosthetic leg, and at the same time become a medical doctor? Find out now as Kelly Bruno checks in.  Kelly Bruno is the peak of the adaptive world. She doesn't need attention, she shares because she wants to help others.  More about Kelly Bruno Kelly Bruno is a world-record holding amputee runner and athlete. She was a contestant on the 21st season of the wildly popular television show Survivor. Kelly Bruno was six month...
2020-07-0136 min
Living AdaptiveUnity in the Disability Communityhttps://youtu.be/4JLKuQBUsA0  Today's show is adaptive athlete Steven Walker's story and the topic for this week is inclusivity and unity within the disability community.  Steven and I are friends and I messaged Steven after he made a profound post about unity and asked if he wanted to come on and talk about it...  Steven Walker is an athlete with Erbs Palsy.  He was born with Erb's Palsy "Brachial Plexus Injury, C5-C8 nerve damage" I had to adapt my entire life. Walker has taken podium in various crossfit events and he competes in multitude of sports including OCRs, Cross...
2020-06-1934 min
Living AdaptiveKatherine Beattie is a TV Writer (NCIS: NOLA) with a Disabilityhttps://youtu.be/3FAGrjt0Xe0  Katherine Beattie is a TV Writer (NCIS: NOLA) with a Disability Today's show is about a person with a disability that made a place for herself in Entertainment despite road blocks. Yes, Katherine Beattie has a disability, Cerebral Palsy, and she explains that if she can make it in Hollywood/entertainment then so can you.  Heads up, this isn't a PG rated interview.  Explicit language and topics with lots of empowerment and for sure laughter.  Katherine Beattie is a TV writer for NCIS: NOLA, works on other projects in entertainment and is also an adaptive athle...
2020-06-0953 min
Living AdaptiveLeverage Your DisabilityWatch this and learn how we leverage our disabilities to work for us. Â We hit three specific areas: (1) Reframe, (2) Leverage, and (3) Rewards of Leveraging. Â Don't miss this especially if you view your disability as a negative phenomenon that sometimes holds you back. Â Â Cohost for this episode is Jacob Pacheco Jacob Pacheco was born with Cerebral Palsy and he successfully thrives despite any challenges. Jacob brings his platform "ProneToRide" through social media and YouTube to your doorstep and inspires YOU to keep charging for your dreams and goals! Find Jacob Pacheco at these links https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOrY_oRJcIOejaO-MSmx_hQ...
2020-05-2222 min
Living AdaptiveOpportunity in Any Obstacle We Face - Joe DelagraveHow do we unite the adaptive community? Are you breaking down due to obstacles or finding opportunities in these obstacles? Do you let circumstances such as injuries, Covid forced isolation, etc. define who we are? When things go bad, how do we pick ourselves up and leverage the bad to build good? Joe Delagrave talks about this and more.  About Joe Delagrave Joe Delagrave incurred a spinal cord injury during college and he switched from collegiate football player to wheelchair rugby athlete representing the United States. Joe Delagrave is father, husband, 2012 Paralympic Bronze, 2016 Alternate, and Motivat...
2020-05-1536 min
Living AdaptiveBuild a Business People Care AboutFor-profit business on Living Adaptive? Yep! This is a rare episode for the Living Adaptive because we bring on a for-profit business owner focused on creating products for the adaptive world. Living Adaptive doesn't receive any financial gain from Access Trax. We picked Kelly Twichel an Occupational Therapist and cofounder and CEO of Access Trax because of a lot positive feedback regarding her ability to create/sell products to the adaptive world at a reasonable price while maintaining healthy relationships. She's a good example for anyone wanting to create a for-profit and even non-profit within...
2020-05-0824 min
Living AdaptiveKind of a Quadriplegic - Karah BehrendKarah Behrend is a professional Rally Driver, content creator, inventor of adaptive equipment, keynote speaker, WC Rugby and Warrior Games athlete, and retired USAF Senior Airman. Â As a professional Rally Driver Karah Behrend recently placed 2nd in the Rebellerally which is the first women's off-road auto navigation rally raid in the United States. Â After our recording, Karah Behrend announced that she reinvented the Portable/Removable Hand Control Driving Device for use by Adaptive Drivers. Â Find Karah Behrend using these links below https://www.instagram.com/kindofaquad/ https://www.facebook.com/karahhnicholex3/ Hand Controls Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/adaptdriven/uni...
2020-05-0126 min
Living Adaptive"Not all Blind People are Prophets" - Blind Comedian and Pro Athlete Joshua LoyaHanging with blind comic, surfing champion, professional adventurer, and martial artist Joshua Loya. Hear what it's like to be a blind champion surfer, comedian, bjj practitioner, and adventurer. Joshua Loya brings interesting perspectives regarding ways to enjoy and hit them goals. He's a super funny person and but he definitely gets real in this interview regarding the hard shit he's encountered. Joshua Loya also talks about the worse questions and comments he receives. More about Joshua Loya Besides athletics and stand-up comedy, Joshua Loya is in other realms of the entertainment industry and...
2020-04-2343 min
Living AdaptiveLive Your Best Life, Despite the Adversity, Lessons from an Osteosarcoma SurvivorRight now we have so many uncertainties, a climate of isolation, fears of illness, and similar unsettling phenomena.  Jill Englund brings us a really import message of making the best of any difficult situations you encounter.  Jill Englund runs her platform BEST OF CANCER  She's an osteosarcoma survivor, pediatric cancer fighter, public speaker, amputee (rotationplasty), cancer advocate, and cancer thriver.  More about Jill Englund Jill's story includes diagnosis of osteosarcoma at a young age, amputation of her leg, and losing her mentor and best friend to osteosarcoma as a child.  Jill is involved with various organizations, including St. Baldricks, Cure Search, and...
2020-04-1534 min
Living AdaptiveAmputee is donating his kidney to another amputee - Jeff SoelbergAdaptive helping the adaptive! Â Would you donate your organ? Â What's stopping you from donating a piece of your body to another person? Â This is an amazing story that deserves more attention. Â Jeff Soelberg (amputee and founder of Jeff Giving a Hand) talks about preparing to donate his kidney to another amputee next week even in the midst of the peak of coronavirus. Â Jeff tells us what is about to happen, why he's donating, and bunch more. Â About Jeff Soelberg In July 2016, Jeff was in a work accident that resulted in a partial hand amputation. During this new beginning he searched for he...
2020-04-0219 min
Living AdaptiveLosing Leg From Body Piercing Suspension Accident Doesn't Stop Robbie Ripoll from Empowering OthersRobbie Ripoll (Ink Master) recently suffered an injury causing him to become an amputee. Â We talk Robbie being famous, rich, poor, and getting into tattooing at 12 years old. Â We also discuss the high school blackmarket, his injury that went viral, surgeries, starting an empowerment movement, and a lot more. Â Robbie Ripoll is a Florida-based tattoo artist with well over twenty years of experience in the industry. Ripoll is best known for competing in season 5 of Ink Master. Robbie Ripoll founded the I'm RAD Movement, he's a motivational speaker, life coach, and continues to tattoo and attend tattoo conventions across the cou...
2020-03-291h 03
Living AdaptiveFrom Embracing Competition and Nude Photo Shoots to Minimalism and Being the Light, We Jump Into Jeremy Ogle's WorldJeremy Ogle joins us today and we throw a bunch of listener questions his way and we also discuss his nude photo shoot, the impacts of cancelled events, media outlets missing some major parts of his story, impacts of discussing severe depression, improving the adaptive community, if he'll ever settle down, competing, and a bunch more.  Jeremy Ogle is an Athlete, speaker, and founder of You Adapt.   More about Jeremy Ogle For Jeremy Ogle, failure was not an option for him. When his daughter came along and once she was placed in his arm all his fears went away. Jeremy knew...
2020-03-1750 min
Living AdaptiveBen Huntzinger Wanted to Go Off-Road so he Invented the Spartan Wheel Chariot WheelchairBen Huntzinger is an inventor, athlete, and straight forward personality.  Ben was paralyzed in an automobile accident in 2009 and broke his back (T-4 level).  Ben wasn't satisfied with the options that currently existed in terms of wheelchairs and attitudes and so he decided to jump out of the box and innovate a chair that worked for him and got him on all different types of terrains.  Watch/Listen to hear, Ben's adaptive story, why he decided to invent a new all-terrain chair, how he fears no competition and in fact encourages competition, the need to stick together so as to buil...
2020-03-1133 min
Living AdaptiveWounded Green Beret to Adaptive Thriver - Randy Nantz Part 2Randy Nantz is a Green Beret (retired) that was wounded in combat. He's an elite athlete receiving notice with his involvement in adventure sports, OCRs, etc. and is one of the more well known ATF grads. Â Randy Nantz has managed and supports various veteran and adaptive organizations since injury. Â Note this, Randy Nantz is one of the bright lights of the adaptive community. Â He's one of my favorite interviews. Â I love being around Nantz and I believe his story will shed some light as to why Nantz is very beloved. Â Part 1 (CIVILIAN to GREEN BERET to WOUNDED) -Enlistment military and becom...
2020-03-031h 00
Living AdaptiveWounded Green Beret to Adaptive Thriver - Randy Nantz Part 1Randy Nantz is a Green Beret (retired) that was wounded in combat. He's an elite athlete receiving notice with his involvement in adventure sports, OCRs, etc. and is one of the more well known ATF grads. Â Randy Nantz has managed and supports various veteran and adaptive organizations since injury. Â Note this, Randy Nantz is one of the bright lights of the adaptive community. Â He's one of my favorite interviews. Â I love being around Nantz and I believe his story will shed some light as to why Nantz is very beloved. Â Part 1 (CIVILIAN to GREEN BERET to WOUNDED) -Enlistment military and becom...
2020-03-0340 min
Living AdaptiveSurgeries, Long Hospital Stays, and other Setbacks and NOW Paralympic Hopeful - Ryen ReedRyen Reed is a full-time athlete competing for a spot on the United States paralympic team. Â Ryen Reed competes in hand cycling (paralympics) and other sports. Â Ryen Reed has an impressive adaptive story and shares what it's like to go through more than 15 significant surgeries, push through extensive hospital stays, and then still move forward and go after her dreams. Â Ryen Reed's insight is deep and applicable to everyone that has or will struggle through significant adversity. Â She's an example of how to succeed despite the challenges. Â Find Ryen Reed using the links below, http://ryenreed.com https://www.instagram.com/r...
2020-02-1919 min
Living AdaptiveGratitude for Life with IED Survivor (U.S. Army), Cannabis Activist, Speaker, and Surfer - Jose Martinez and also Surfer and Life Coach Jacob PachecoGratitude for Life with IED Survivor (U.S. Army), Cannabis Activist, Speaker, and Surfer - Jose Martinez and also Surfer and Life Coach Jacob Pacheco  Alright, so we got Jose Martinez and Jacob Pacheco joining us from Oceanside, CA.  Jose Martinez shares his story, his insight, and how he built his platform.  Listen in to hear how Jose survived an IED and became a notable cannabis activist, surfer, speaker, amongst many other phenomena.   Jose Martinez is a U.S Army veteran, cannabis activist, speaker, and survivor.  His story and works are featured in many notable platforms including Time Magazine, Fox, and var...
2020-01-2323 min
Living AdaptiveTough Mudder (TM) with Kyle McLaughlin - Talking TM Mission, Partnerships, Competitions, and Para.You'll hear from the latest and now former Tough Mudder (TM) CEO Kyle McLaughlin. Â This is perhaps Kyle's last interview prior to departing TM. Â I don't have details to share as to why Kyle left Tough Mudder, but I suggest following our friends over at Obstacle Racing Media (links below) for up-to-date information regarding TM, Spartan, and OCRs in general. Â Â In this interview you will find a very sincere TM CEO looking to bring TM in a different direction than past years. Â Kyle was totally cool to talk with behind the scenes, he's real and approachable. Â I don't know the direct...
2020-01-1127 min
Living AdaptiveFrom Accident to Champ - John De HaanFrom Accident to Hitting Podium at the Spartan Para Championship - John De Haan  John De Haan is one of the top Obstacle Course Racing para athletes in the world, arguably fighting for the position of the best, he's up for top athlete in the Netherlands this year.  John De Haan went from traumatic accident to champion, tune in to hear his story and insights regarding how a person can go from traumatic accident to podium and all the good phenomena in between.  John De Haan sets the bar for para OCR athletes, and he's now receiving recognition for hard wor...
2020-01-0718 min
Living AdaptiveTop OCR and Ninja Coach (para and non-para), Stuntman, and Performer - David Funk David Funk is a stuntman, performer, and top level Obstacle Course Racing and Ninja Coach. Â What separates David Funk from other top level OCR and Ninja coaches is that he also coaches para/adaptive athletes. Â David Funk has a lengthy career as a stuntman and performer and currently performs out of Las Vegas and coaches at Camp Rhino (Las Vegas). Â You will hear, -David Funk's story and experience as a performer and coach. -His experience training para athletes (such as the host Scott Davidson) for the Para Spartan Team World Championships airing on ESPN 12/22/19. -David Funk's approach to working with ada...
2019-12-2120 min
Living AdaptiveAll Crossfit, No Profit - Branded OneBranded One Crossfit is a rare non-profit gym dedicated to empowering our wounded warriors, giving back to the community, bridging the gap between the abled and disabled, and creating a fitness community dedicated to making the world a better place. Â Tune in to hear the story of Branded One and the stories of the founders, some of the athletes, coaches, and the Battle at Branded One. Â Interviews include Nick McCombs the founder of Branded One, Coach/Vet/Volunteer Michael Shaleen, Athlete/Vet Jimmy Hardy, Athlete/Vet/RWB Liz Freeman, and Cofounder Whitney Short. Â All interviews but Nick McCombs take place on...
2019-12-1421 min
Living AdaptiveMeet the Guy that Completed Approximately 100 OCRs, One of the Judo Players, Motivational Speaker, Life Coach, and is Totally Adaptive â Jamie GaneMeet Jamie Gane, see what it takes to be like Jamie Gane. Â Hear the adversity Jamie Gane encountered and how he thrives. Â Jamie Gane is an extremely driven adaptive athlete, motivational speaker, life coach, academic, and bunch more. Â Jamie Gane has completed nearly 100 OCRs, including over 70 Tough Mudders and this does include the World'sToughest Mudder. Â He's also one of the top Judo players in the world against adaptive and non-adaptive athletes. Â Jamie Gane happens to do all this while being an amputee. Â More about Jamie Gane Jamie Gane is an adaptive athlete in Judo, Obstacle Course Racing and the throwing sports...
2019-11-0816 min
Living AdaptiveHe Lost His Hand, Now He Gives A Hand - Jeff SoelbergGiving a Hand - Jeff Soelberg  Today you will hear the story of the nonprofit Jeff Giving a Hand, the adaptive story of the founder Jeff Soelberg's, and what Jeff Soelberg is building out of the adversity.  So tune in  About Jeff Soelberg In July 2016, Jeff was in a work accident that resulted in a partial hand amputation. During this new beginning he searched for help in navigating his new life. While there are resources out there, they were often hard to find. After traveling and competing within the adaptive communityâand now that he knows the t...
2019-10-1712 min
Living AdaptiveFighting and Motivation with Cole RogersFighting and Motivation with Cole Rogers Cole Rogers is a motivational speaker and martial artist from San Luis Obispo, California.  Today, Cole brings his message of perseverance and he shares his work of bringing the combat arts to every person despite any challenge one is dealing with so tune in.  In this episode we talk about: Fightability and getting involved in the fight industry despite any physical or mental barriers. Cole's adaptive story Cole's purpose and how you benefit Creating meaningful content for the public  Cole Rogers is a motivational speaker and martial artist from San Luis Obispo California. Cole is a full...
2019-08-2227 min
Living AdaptiveJust Dance No Matter the Challenges with Xoe Xapoian and Beyond DA Adversity with Chris PulleyJust Dance No Matter the Challenges with Xoe Xapoian and Beyond DA Adversity with Chris Pulley In todays show we talk with actress and model Xoe Xapoian and listen to her story and learn about her documentary called Just Dance: The Xoe Xapoian Story."  This is a short documentary film focusing on her life and her accident.  For the second half of the show we're joined by Chris Pulley of Beyond DA Bus, Dive Pirates, and Hunting with Charlie Campbell, so tune in.  In this episode we discuss, Xoe Xapoian's story prior to accident and thriving after accident and how you...
2019-07-1949 min
Living AdaptiveKeep Pressing Forward - Tyler RichMove Forward - Tyler Rich  Today we hang out with athlete Tyler Rich who describes himself as a veteran advocate, adaptive athlete, Operation Enduring Warrior OCA, and professional stunt gimp on a closed course!  He's a character for sure.  We discuss, -Tyler Rich's adaptive story, -competing in Obstacle Course Races (OCR), -the importance of orgs like Oscar Mike and Operation Enduring Warrior (OEW) and how you can get involved, -and maintaining the drive to keep pressing forward no matter the challenges and not offering a bundle of excuses.  You can find Tyler Rich using the links below, https://www.facebook.com...
2019-06-1545 min
Living AdaptiveLife is Worth Living - Jaclyn and Callie Kennedy Life is Worth Living - Jaclyn and Callie Kennedy  Life is Worth Living is a non-profit dedicated towards spreading awareness and decreasing the stigma surrounding mental illness and suicide and they join Living Adaptive today.   This episode is for anyone that's struggled through life and even at points felt little hope.  It's also for those that want to know how to build something amazing and impactful after traversing out of significant adversity.  Please note, there's resources within this episode to help those struggling.  Also, please note that audio is a tiny bit choppy at the beginning of the interview.  In this ep...
2019-05-3152 min
Living AdaptiveCreating Athletic Opportunities for All - Angel City Sports (Clayton Frech)Creating Athletic Opportunities for All - Angel City Sports (Clayton Frech) We got one hour packed with adaptive content.  Throw in the earbuds, turn up the volume, and listen in to Clayton Frech the founder and president of Angel City Sports.  Angel City Sports is one of the leaders in the worldwide Paralympic movement.  Angel City Sports is based in Southern California, creating sports opportunities for anyone with a physical disability. We discuss, The upcoming Angel City Games presented by The Hartford (June 20th-23rd in Los Angeles). How Clayton Frech ended up in the adaptive world (hint his son). The...
2019-05-231h 00
Living AdaptiveTurning Challenges into Opportunities - Jacob PachecoJacob Pacheco joins us today from the beach (literally, you can hear the waves)! Â Jacob Pacheco developed ProneToRide which is a personal brand that encompasses the belief, anything is possible. Jacob's own story of adversity, relentless work ethic, and success drove the creation of ProneToRide. ProneToRide is not just a philosophy but also full of creative content including a vlog that follows Jacob, especially on his journey as a surfer. Â Jacob was born with Cerebral Palsy and never gave in to the numerous challenges he faced, including medical opinions stating he would not walk by age 16. Jacob has a great ze...
2019-05-081h 05
Living AdaptiveWhatever Doesn't Kill You, Makes You Adaptive - Jeremy OgleWhatever Doesn't Kill You, Makes You Adaptive - Jeremy Ogle  Jeremy Ogle of You Adapt is featured in this episode and we talk all kinds of stuff about adapting and the adaptive world.  Jeremy lives by the motto that Whatever Doesn't Kill You, Makes You Adaptive.  In the episode we discuss, Jeremy's story, including his injury, the recovery process, and how he rebuilt his life in a big way.  You Adapt, Jeremy's organization. Jeremy's activities in the adaptive sports world. Para Spartan How to stay driven after an injury. Important organizations that supported Jeremy and other adaptive athletes. A whole bunc...
2019-04-191h 06
Living AdaptiveThe World Owes You Nothing So Be Bold And Fight - Rustin HughesThe World Owes You Nothing So Be Bold And Fight - Rustin Hughes Rustin Hughes is an experienced mixed martial artist (MMA) and has fought as a professional. Â Rustin started B-Bold, a veteran-owned nonprofit in 2016 to help individuals with disabilities through adaptive sports. Â Rustin is an amputee (above the knee) due to complications with blood clotting. Â Rustin recently fought and won his most recent professional mma fight. Â Rustin joins us and we discuss, Rustin's story of adapting. Â This includes life as a caregiver. Â Rustin provided care and support to his wife for ten years before she passed due to cancer. Â Also, R...
2019-04-0450 min
Living AdaptiveYour New Normal - Wheels2WalkingThis podcast episode is all about adapting to your new normal and Richard Corbett from Wheels2Walking (W2W) joins us. Â Nine years ago Richard Corbett fell 50 feet which resulted in significant injuries including a spinal cord injury. Â Richard Corbett began a long road of adapting. Â The road has led to Richard Corbett launching a platform called Wheels2Walking and he is making profound impacts within his community and the adaptive world. Â Richard is especially impacting those that have gone through a significant injury and need to adapt to a new normal, as he calls it! Â In this episode we discu...
2019-03-2140 min
Living AdaptiveThe Future of the Adaptive World is Bright - Less Leg More HeartTina Hurley from Less Leg More Heart joins us. Â Tina is a high level adaptive athlete. Â With her nonprofit, she is set on helping those struggling and she's also focused on building the adaptive community and many supporting organizations. Â In this episode we discuss, Tina Hurley's story Adaptive Training Foundation (ATF) and Tina's experience at ATF The story and mission of Less Leg More Heart Spartan, specifically para Spartan and the 2018 championship Adaptive sports and the future, this includes talk of organizations joining together for the greater good Adaptive athletes rising up to train other adaptive athletes Rewards of going aft...
2019-03-071h 17
Living AdaptiveDon't Be Afraid to get Hurt Again - adaptdefy Don't Be Afraid to get Hurt Again - adaptdefy - Mike Brown One moment, one accident, one really difficult event, and everything changes. Â so what do you do? Â Do you look back? Â Do you spend your time wishing for something to be different? Â Do you give up and feel sorry for yourself? Â Do you live in fear of getting hurt again? Â Or do you move forward?... My guest Mike Brown chose to move forward after his accident. Â Tune in to hear Mike Brown's story of adapting and defying and how he built the world of adaptdefy. Follo...
2019-02-2258 min
Living AdaptiveResiliency, Recovery, and BJJ - Maximiliano Ulloa YorkResiliency, Recovery, and BJJ - Maximiliano Ulloa York Some bad shit can happen and great things can follow.  Maximiliano Ulloa York joins us today and shares his story of resilience after suffering a significant injury. Max is recovering from a spinal cord injury. Max is a BJJ instructor,BJJ competitor, and runs the International Jiu Jitsu without Limitations Federation and Para Jiu jitsu magazine. He is an important person in the world of adaptive Brazilian jiu jitsu.  Max is involved in a bunch of projects and organizations. He is kicking off a podcast, writes about a bu...
2019-02-151h 01
Living AdaptiveThe ReboundThe Rebound It's all about how you rebound after you go through adversity and today we talk with the director (Shaina Allen) and producer (Mike Esposito) of the award winning independent film documentary The Rebound. Â In the show we discuss, What is The Rebound and why was The Rebound made. We talk adaptive sports, specifically basketball. Rebounding from adversity. Why it's important to share your story. How to take begin to share your story. The future of Shaina Allen and Mike Esposito within the adaptive community by continuing to make documentaries about notable athletes and teams. Â More About The Rebound Th...
2019-02-0741 min
Living Adaptive"The Adaptive Amputee" - Bjoern EserBjoern Eser is the creator of The Active Amputee. As a teenager he was diagnosed with cancer and the consequences of cancer eventually led to Bjoern choosing to amputate his leg later in life (above the knee). You will hear why Bjoern chose to amputate. Bjoern's organization The Active Amputee is regarded as an incredible resource page from amputees for amputees. The org aims to inform, inspire, and engage. In this interview we talk about, Bjoern Eser's story (cancer, mobility, and eventually amputation). Bjoern's future with podcasting, vlogging, and his site The Adaptive Amputee. The importance o...
2019-01-1752 min
Living AdaptiveA Walk on Water - Sean SwentekSean Swentek is the executive director and cofounder of the surf therapy organization A Walk on Water (AWOW). Â Sean Swentek talks about his path that led to cofounding and directing A Walk on Water, what it's like to be a part of this incredible organization, and he provides a bunch of good insight into how to get involved and even run a successful nonprofit. Â Many of you listeners are involved in or even run a nonprofit, especially within the adaptive community. Â Furthermore, Sean Swentek pulls the curtain back and provides some insight into the model that makes A Walk on Wat...
2019-01-1154 min
Living AdaptiveWhat I did After a Brain Cancer Diagnosis - Liz SalmiWhat I did After a Brain Cancer Diagnosis - Liz Salmi Most everyone will encounter a difficult diagnosis or significant obstacles in life and this interview with Liz Salmi displays a positive way to adapt despite significant struggles. Salmi joins us to tell her story of living with a brain cancer diagnosis. Salmi not only tells her story, she also talks about how to be productive after a significant change in life, in her case, Salmi is now a prolific researcher in the realm of brain cancer patient advocacy and bettering the communication between patients and healthcare...
2018-11-1758 min
Living AdaptiveFighting For A Life Worth Fighting For - Derek FitzgeraldIn this episode we talk with cancer survivor and heart transplant thriver Derek Fitzgerald, of the Recycled Man Foundation and the Tin Men Endurance Racing. Fitzgerald was first diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma in 2003. The chemotherapy he received saved his life, but severely damaged his heart and ultimately led to a heart transplant that he received on January 3, 2011. Along the way, Derek overcame severe weight gain and loss, a gall bladder removal, heart failure, diabetes, and twice cheated death. The episode opens up with Derek Fitzgerald telling his story and then moves towards questions about how Derek Fitzgerald...
2018-11-021h 06
Living AdaptiveReclaim Your Life After Things Go Wrong - Dan EdmondsonIn this episode we talk with skateboarder Dan Edmondson. Dan talks about reclaiming his life after traversing significantly tough challenges, including a train accident that led to the loss of his legs. Dan provides details regarding the steps he's taken, and the mindset he utilized in order to get from the hospital bed to flying down hills on his board. We all go through significant challenges and Dan's path provides insight on how to reclaim your life after these challenges. Â In 2014, Dan was in a traumatic train accident that resulted in the amputation of both o...
2018-10-1751 min
Living AdaptiveChoke-out Adversity and Lead a Passionate Life - Pete McGregorPete McGregor is well known in the martial arts world, specifically Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ). Pete gave up his home, many of his possessions, and left the comforts of his hometown and is traveling the world teaching and training in BJJ. Pete McGregor is an ambassador for the sport of BJJ and also a motivational speaker. Pete has spinal cord injury and is a complete T-7 paraplegic. Pete's spinal cord injury occurred when he was eight years old and is the result of a multi-car accident involving a drunk driver. Pete McGregor paved the way for others t...
2018-10-0255 min
Living AdaptivePushing Hope with Brent PoppenIn this episode, Brent Poppen talks about finding hope in the darkest moments and how to bring hope to others.  Brent is widely know for his motivational speaking, writings, advocating for the adaptive, his role in the Academy Award nominated film Murderball, and winning in the paralympics.  Brent also works in a bunch of other significant realms, including rehabilitation counseling at a Children's Hospital.  Brent and I talk about his Pushing Hope in 2018 movement.  Also, in this episode you will hear Brent Poppen tell his story of surviving the Las Vegas tragedy, life after a spinal cord injury, and a bunch...
2018-09-1748 min
Living AdaptiveDie Living with Anthony Radetic â 021Die Living: Make Every Day Count Anthony Radetic Anthony Radetic follows the philosophy of Die Living. Per Anthony, "I'm such a big believer in going out there and just trying different things⌠never disregard all the speed bumps and hurdles that may be in your path just keep the drive going. Never accept defeat keep fighting, die living." Anthony Radetic's Life Anthony lives a life as icon, entrepreneur, athlete, and family man. He is a former Army Blackhawk pilot and injured veteran, he is a spinal cord paraplegic and spends some time in a wheelchair. That is, when he's no...
2018-08-1946 min
Living Adaptive020 - Jill Englund - Making the Best of a Tough Situation, Lessons from an Osteosarcoma SurvivorIn this episode we talk with Jill Englund and learn from her regarding how to make the best of a very difficult situation. Jill Englund runs her page Best of Cancer. She's an osteosarcoma survivor, pediatric cancer fighter, public speaker, rotationplasty amputee, cancer advocate, and cancer thriver. With Jill's experience, she shares her story and imparts her knowledge on how to adapt to dire circumstances. Some of Jill's story includes diagnosis of osteosarcoma at a young age, amputation of her leg, and losing her mentor and best friend to osteosarcoma. We get to hear insight regarding the difficulties one...
2018-07-2852 min
Living Adaptive019- Rhonda Ramsay - How to Thrive While Living with CancerToday we have Rhonda Ramsay. Rhonda runs https://www.pinkproject.net where she details her life living with a stage 4 cancer diagnosis and provides insight on how to live a full life despite significant adversity. Her goal is to help people living with cancer to not only survive, but to thrive. Rhonda was first diagnosed in 2012 with Stage 2 breast cancer. She was cancer free after treatment, but unfortunately cancer returned in 2017 and is considered stage 4. Â Rhonda Ramsay speaks at conferences, media venues, and various other outlets imparting her knowledge regarding how to thrive with cancer. Likewise, she w...
2018-06-2847 min
Living Adaptive018 - Jenny Qaqundah - Author of "Held Together" and Survivor of Personal TragedyIn this episode we have Jenny Qaqundah. We talk about recovery from her near-death experience, adapting to limb loss, PTSD, and bunch of other phenomena. Jenny shares with us her story and the tools she used to adapt to the tough stuff that Jenny encountered and currently navigates. We also dive into the importance of surrounding oneself with a community. Â Jenny is an author, nurse, well known herbalist, and amputee. In 2014 a very health conscious Jenny fell into a coma proceeding a routine medical procedure gone wrong this led to her becoming an amputee. Jenny Q has over the last 4 y...
2018-05-2355 min
Living Adaptive017 - Sam Kuhnert - Founder and Current President of the global organization NubAbilityToday we dig into all things Sam Kuhnert. Sam Kuhnert is the founder and president of Nubability. Besides running NubAbility, Sam is also an athlete, most notably playing baseball. Sam works in a bunch of realms. Sam is also a motivational speaker handling some very difficult subjects, and he is also an author and a coach. Recently, Sam was awarded the 2017 Top Outstanding Young American and 2018 National Youth Activist awards. There's a lot more to Sam's story and organization and you'll hear about in this interview. Sam grew up adapting to a life with one hand. Many tried to limit...
2018-04-231h 02
Living Adaptive016 - Peter Cossaboon - Blind Pete Shares his Story and His Life of Conquering Endurance and Obstacle Course Races as a Visually Impaired Athlete016 - Peter Cossaboon - Blind Pete Shares his Story and His Life of Conquering Endurance and Obstacle Course Races as a Visually Impaired Athlete In this episode I interview Peter Cossaboon. Peter is well known in the world of obstacle course racing. Peter races and he happens to also be visually impaired. Peter has a tenacious passion for completing in some of the toughest obstacle races in the world, with his guide running alongside him. His race portfolio is extensive including the Spartan Super, the Spartan Sprint, the Spartan AGOGE, Tough Mudders, the Savage Race, and more. He has qualified...
2018-04-0647 min
Living Adaptive015 -Christiaan "Otter" Bailey - From Skateboarding Crash to Recovering Paraplegic, the Story of Professional Athlete Christiaan Bailey015 -Christiaan "Otter" Bailey - From Skateboarding Crash to Recovering Paraplegic, the Story of Professional Athlete Christiaan Bailey In this episode we have Christiaan "Otter" Bailey. Christiaan is an American professional surfer, known for his experience as a surf safari guide and skill as a big wave surfer and skateboarder. Bailey grew up in the Santa Cruz, California area and excelled as a semi-pro surfer and skateboarder. He was a professional surfer and skateboarder, who spent much of his time in Central America and west Africa as a back-country surf guide. On July 23, 2006, during the filming of a skateboarding video at...
2018-03-1658 min
Living Adaptive014 - Kellan and Elizabeth Tilton - Paralyzed From the Waist Down, Boy Who Beat Cancer Fights Disease For OthersThis episode we sit and talk with Kellan and Elizabeth Tilton.  Elizabeth is Kellan's mom.  Kellan began fighting cancer the day he was born.  Kellan was diagnosed with stage 3 neuroblastoma with secondary paralysis on the evening of his birth.  Although he's now cancer-free, cancer left Kellan paralyzed from the waist down. Defying the odds from his first breath, Kellan constantly turns his "can'ts" into "cans."  Kellan was picked out of 18,000 pediatric cancer patients as the 2018 Ambassador for the St. Baldrick's Foundation.  St. Baldrick's Foundation is the largest private funder of childhood cancer research grants.  Kellan is a young, determined athlete.  He goes t...
2018-02-1658 min
Living AdaptiveEpisode 013 - A Tribute to Matthew HaddenIn this episode we pay tribute to Matthew Hadden. Sadly Matt recently passed away. If you don't know, Matthew Hadden and I sat down and talked in episode 006, you can find this episode at www.livingadaptive.com or any podcasting app. In the interview Matt and I did, he details his battles through life with a terminal cancer diagnosis. Several years back, Matthew Hadden was training for his dream job when he received the devastating news of his diagnosis which was that he had a rare form of bone cancer (osteosarcoma). Matt went through various cancer treatments and numerous...
2018-02-0116 min
Living Adaptive012- Josh Heine - Driving What's Possible with Wheelchair Racer and Model Josh HeineAt the age of eighteen years old, Josh was involved in a life-altering car accident. Crushing the vertebrae C5 and C6, amongst numerous other injuries, he was diagnosed as a quadriplegic with little chance of even being able to wheel himself around. However, Josh defied the scientific odds and now thrives as a quadriplegic who is capable of walking for limited distances and defying the odds of his injury.  Josh is now participating in competitions all over this great country and spreading his infectious attitude and motivation with everyone he meets.  Josh is a model, a motivational speaker, an advocate, among...
2018-01-1850 min
Living Adaptive011- Aaron Baker - One Man's Fight to Regain Movement, One Step at a TimeThis episode is an interview with Aaron Baker. Aaron Baker was a professional motocross athlete when he suffered a pretty crazy traumatic accident. From this accident on May 26, 1999, he broke his neck. We discuss this and events in his life including what it felt like to die, which essentially happened to him days after his injury. Aaron was given a one in a million chance of regaining any function below the level of his break. Somehow, through a holistic approach, tons of optimism, work, and bunch of other tools, Aaron regained much movement. So much movement that he is now...
2017-12-211h 12
Living Adaptive010 - Jesi Stracham - Wheel with Jesi as We Learn about Her Life After an Accident that Caused ParalysisIn this episode Jesi Stracham and I talk about her spinal cord injury and the recovery process, her non-profit, the vlog she is currently filming, cannabis for treating pain, the adaptive and non-adaptive sports she competes in, and a bunch more. Jesi is motivating others one adventure at a time while maintaining a candidness and a bunch of humor. For those that don't know, Jesi was riding on the back of a motorcycle on Jan 18, 2015 when a car pulled out in front of the motorcycle. Jesi clearly remembers much of the accident up to the impact. Jesi had surgery...
2017-12-051h 12
Living Adaptive009 Mike Santiago - Â Wounded Warrior, Crossfit Athlete, Trainer, Adaptive Advocate, and PTSD SurvivorIn this episode Army veteran Mike Santiago shares his life after becoming a wounded warrior. Mike lives with a spinal cord injury. He was shot while on active duty in 2002. He's currently involved with the Wounded Warrior games, Team Blacksheep, Honor Thread, Crossfit competitions as a competitor and a trainer, amongst much more. Mike has adapted to a life with not only a spinal cord injury but also life with PTSD. Mike shares with us how he rode through the difficult periods of his life and how he became an adaptive athlete. Mike Santiago is really involved with Team Blacksheep...
2017-11-171h 00
Living Adaptive008 Keith Gabel - A Story of Overcoming Trauma, Adapting after Amputation, and Becoming an OlympianIn this episode Keith Gabel joins us from Aspen, Colorado where he's focused on training for the 2018 paralympic games. Keith shares with us his story regarding how he survived witnessing the suicide of his stepfather, adapted to life after losing his leg following a terrible accident, and moving forward and becoming one of the best snowboarders shredding this planet. Â Keith Gabel went through unfathomable adversity in elementary school. He was kidnapped, lived without hot water or electricity and nodded off in all-hours diners. As an 11-year-old, he spent a winter wandering the streets of Eugene, Oregon, while his mother, dealt w...
2017-11-021h 38
Living Adaptive007 Wesley Hamilton - Resilience after Gun Violence, Lessons from Athlete Wes HamiltonIn this episode, one can learn from Wes Hamilton how to reframe after trauma and build a beautiful, meaningful life. Â When Wes Hamilton was 24, he was shot multiple times by someone he never met and spent three weeks in the ICU. He woke up paralyzed from the waist down with a spinal cord injury. At the time he had a two-year-old daughter and now, a new life in a wheelchair. He weighed 230 pounds and suffered from lengthy depression and medical complications due to my weight. He found a way to adapt and in the first year, he lost 100 pounds and r...
2017-10-201h 13
Living Adaptive006 - Matthew Hadden, Learn how a Determined Warrior Battles through Life with a Terminal Cancer DiagnosisIn this episode you will hear my interview with Matthew Hadden. This episode is a must, because you get to learn about how a determined warrior, like Matthew, battles through life with a terminal cancer diagnosis. A little background, Matthew Hadden was training for his dream job in law enforcement when he received the devastating news of his diagnosis of a rare form of bone cancer (osteosarcoma) in early 2015. Matt has gone through various cancer treatments and now is receiving phase one clinical trial treatments to combat his cancer. Matt went through numerous surgeries and did have an above...
2017-09-251h 22
Living Adaptive005 Brandon Ryan - Adaptive Defense Instructor, Author, Entrepreneur, and Life Coach005 Brandon Ryan - Adaptive Defense Instructor, Author, Entrepreneur, and Life Coach In this episode you will hear my interview with Brandon Ryan. Brandon Ryan was born prematurely. As a result, there was internal bleeding and damage to his brain and nervous system. His form of cerebral palsy primarily affects the right side of his body and his legs. It's difficult for him to balance, stand for more than two minutes or walk the length of a football field. He has three books out now, two are the "The Emotional Struggle" and "Hunger for Touch," that detail his coming to...
2017-07-271h 02
Living Adaptive004 Dr. Jerry Moorman - When the body fails the mind prevails! Perseverance through Cerebral Palsy and PolioThe mind is resilient, it's the body that fails! In this episode you will hear my interview with Dr. Jerry Moorman. Jerry is a retired professor, author, and family focused individual and happens to live with cerebral palsy and the results of childhood polio. Jerry grew up in a small cotton-farming community in Mississippi. He often describes himself as "a country boy from Mississippi." During this time he dealt with serious prejudices and significant medical difficulties. Jerry didn't grow up within ideal conditions but he managed to find substantial success. Jerry tells us how he learned to adapt to...
2017-06-1450 min
Living Adaptive003 Brent Poppen - Paralympian, Motivational Speaker, Author, and Disability AdvocateIn this episode you will hear my interview with Brent Poppen. Brent Poppen is a paralympian, motivational speaker, disability advocate, author, and is in the documentary feature Murderball which was nominated for an Academy Award and won at Sundance and other various film festivals. You will hear from Brent about how he suffered an incomplete break in his spinal cord rendering him quadriplegic at the age of 16. Life is full of uncertainty and Brent and I discuss this and many ways to deal with uncertainty, hardship, disability, and much more. Brent discusses his story and discusses his c...
2017-06-051h 10
Living Adaptive002 Diana Doyle - Living with Grief and Loss, Perspectives from Diana DoyleDiana Doyle has one of the top grieving blogs called Sunshine in a Blue Cup where she writes about losing her sister, mother, and young daughter in a three year period. Diana also writes for various other sites such as opentohope.com and hellogrief.org. She is a brilliant person and an incredible writer. Diana states, "because of the death of my sister in a car accident, my mom to ovarian cancer and our four year old daughter Savannah to MLD (Metachromatic Leukodystrophy), all, over a 36 month period, my life has changed forever. I love helping others, especially people...
2017-06-021h 07
Living Adaptive001 Bob Coomber - Adaptive Athlete, Prolific Wheelchair Hiker, and Motivational SpeakerProlific wheelchair hiker Bob Coomber joins us in this episode. Bob tells us about his journeys wheelchair hiking various extreme terrains. We discuss living with and adapting to physical disability. Bob has a significant documentary set to release about his life. He is a motivational speaker, a current city councilman, and he received various awards from the organizations such as the Wounded Warriors Foundation to the Bush Administration. He volunteers his time to help others that are going through difficult situations. Bob is funny, personable, and a very upbeat guest. He teaches us more about how we can learn...
2017-05-311h 08