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Spero Means HopeS3.04| A Caregiver's Journey: Advocacy, Empathy & The Pursuit of Hope with Jacinto MontezIn this heartfelt conversation, Jason shares his journey as a caregiver for his wife, Angel, who faced a life-altering diagnosis. He discusses their love story, the challenges of navigating healthcare, and the emotional rollercoaster of caregiving. Jason emphasizes the importance of support, communication, and Faith in overcoming obstacles, while also highlighting the small victories that bring hope and joy. His insights serve as a powerful reminder of resilience and the strength found in community and love.Key Takeaways:The emotional impact of caregiving is profound and complex.Every small milestone in recovery is...2025-05-0928 min
Spero Means HopeS3.03 | Passion, Hard Work & The Meaning of Joy with JJ Mowder-TinneyIn this engaging conversation, JJ Mowder shares her journey from a young girl inspired by her mother, a physical therapist, to becoming a full-time professor and educator in the field of neurological physical therapy. She discusses her experiences in various clinical settings, her transition from patient care to education, and the challenges she faced along the way, including self-doubt and fear. JJ emphasizes the importance of passion and joy in her work and the impact of social media on her professional growth and community engagement. In this conversation, JJ shares her insights on the importance of education in therapy...2025-05-0242 min
Spero Means HopeS3.02| Dating with a Chronic Illness & Understanding Invisible Disabilities with Alexa & Jacqueline ChildIn this new episode of the 'Spero Means Hope' podcast, host Mercia Martin interviews Jacqueline and Alexa Child, co-founders of Dateability, a dating app designed specifically for disabled and chronically ill individuals. They discuss their personal experiences that led to the creation of the app, the challenges faced by those with chronic illnesses, and the societal perceptions of disability. The conversation also covers the transition to entrepreneurship, time management strategies, and the importance of community and representation for disabled individuals. Jacqueline and Alexa share their hopes for the future of Dateability and offer words of wisdom for those in...2025-04-2633 min
Spero Means HopeS3.E01| Cerebral Palsy, Perseverance, and a Mindset of Doing Your Best with Margo LindstormIn this new episode of the Spero Means Hope podcast, host Mercia Martin interviews Margo Lindstrom, a patient with cerebral palsy, who shares her journey through physical and occupational therapy. Margo discusses her experiences with therapy, the challenges of living with a disability, and the importance of community support. She reflects on her milestones, misconceptions about cerebral palsy, and her future goals, emphasizing the significance of mindset and resilience in her life.Key takeaways:Cerebral palsy affects individuals differently, and Margo feels fortunate in her abilities.Physical and occupational therapy have become integral...2025-04-1839 min
I Love Neuro258: The Best Marketing Strategies For Your Neuro Clinic With Sarah King, PT, DPTJoin this conversation where Erin Gallardo, PT, DPT, NCS dives into Sarah King, PT, DPT’s winding career as a mobile practice owner turned online entrepreneur turned Director of Marketing for 5 rehab clinics in TX. Sarah goes way back with NeuroCollaborative to the literal beginnings. We discussed how it came to be and why she decided to step aside when it became official. Sarah then discusses her journey with Invigorate, her own physical therapy and wellness practice specializing in Parkinson's disease. She describes the challenges of providing care within insurance limitations and the decision to become a mo...2025-03-2453 min
Spero Means HopeBonus Episode | Honoring Luke's Legacy: A Parent's Perspective on Pediatric Brain InjuryIn this bonus episode of the Spero Means Hope podcast, we catch up with Tim Siegel, a former tennis coach turned advocate for families affected by brain injuries after his son Luke suffered a life-altering accident. Tim shares his journey of becoming Luke's primary caregiver, the establishment of his nonprofit Team Luk3 Hope for Minds, and the importance of community support, faith, and forgiveness in navigating the challenges of brain injuries. He emphasizes the need for love and active engagement in the recovery process, while also addressing misconceptions about brain injuries and the vital role of healthcare professionals in...2024-10-2426 min
I Love Neuro226: How To Start And Scale An Outpatient Neuro Practice With Katie Bouchillon, OTR, CBIST, MCMTIn this episode of the I Love Neuro podcast, hosts Erin Gallardo and Claire McLean sat down with Katie Bouchillon, OTR, CBIST, MCMT, owner and CEO of Spero Rehab, a multidisciplinary outpatient clinic with 6 locations across Houston and Austin, Texas. Katie shared her journey into neuro rehabilitation and entrepreneurship, offering valuable insights for other clinicians looking to start or grow their own practices including what NOT to do based on the big mistakes she made along the way. - Katie was motivated to start her own clinic after becoming frustrated with the decreasing length of stays for...2024-08-1252 min
Spero Means Hope213| Beyond Patient Care: A Trailblazer's Journey with Erin GallardoIn this new episode of the 'Spero Means Hope' podcast, Erin Gallardo, PT, DPT, NCS shares her journey from working as a neurological physical therapist to building Neurocollaborative, an online community of continuing education and mentorship for neuro rehab professionals. She discusses her professional journey, the challenges she faced along the way, and how she maneuvered her transition from clinical practice to entrepreneurship. Erin highlights the importance of community, self-learning, and personal development in the entrepreneurial journey while also emphasizing the value of mentorship and creating your own path. Erin ends with sharing valuable advice for healthcare professionals considering...2024-07-2540 min
Spero Means Hope212 | Beyond Cerebral Palsy: Building a Life of Legacy with Jackson RyanIn this new episode of the 'Spero Means Hope' Podcast, we connect with Jackson Ryan, grandson of former Houston Astros pitcher and Baseball Hall of Fame member Nolan Ryan. Jackson is the current baseball ops coordinator for the Round Rock Express and was born with cerebral palsy. In this episode, Jackson discusses his experience playing baseball and living a limitless life with a positive mindset anchored in a strong Faith and family support. Jackson touches on misconceptions surrounding cerebral palsy and how his presentation may differ from others sharing the same diagnosis. He also shares his commitment to community...2024-07-1217 min
Spero Means Hope211 | Life with ALS: Faith, Community, and Paddington Bear with Kevin & Barbara HillIn this new episode of the Spero Means Hope Podcast, Kevin and Barbara Hill share their journey navigating Kevin's ALS diagnosis and finding both joy and support in their community. They discuss the milestones and the obstacles they have faced along the way. They also highlight the importance of Faith, family, and friends in keeping their positive mindsets. Kevin emphasizes the need for more research and awareness about ALS, while Barbara shares her involvement in organizations that support job reentry for women. They express their gratitude for the positive and supportive environment at Spero and the impact it has...2024-06-2129 min
Spero Means Hope210| An Amputee's Journey: Gratitude, Community, and the Importance of Self-Advocacy with Dean KrienitzSummary
In this new episode of the Spero Means Hope Podcast, Dean Krienitz shares his journey of recovery and adaptation after a motorcycle accident resulted in an above-knee amputation. He discusses the obstacles he faced, the milestones he achieved, and the importance of finding the right support system. Dean emphasizes the need for healthcare providers to understand the patient's thoughts and concerns and encourages amputees to never give up. He also highlights the impact of nutrition on prosthetic fit and the importance of seeking multiple opinions when facing challenges. Dean expresses gratitude to his wife, family, and...2024-06-0628 min
Spero Means Hope209 | Life with Chronic Pain: Finding Hope in Physical Therapy with Allyson WaiteIn this new episode of the Spero Means Hope Podcast, Allyson shares her journey of dealing with chronic pain and finding hope through physical therapy. After a car accident sustained in her early twenties changed her life, she had to undergo multiple cervical and lumbar surgeries, experienced chronic unrelenting pain, and depression. She had begun to despair at the thought that pain would become a new constant in her life before finding out about physical therapy. Through rehabilitation, she was able to find pain relief, regain mobility, grow in self-confidence and learn ways to manage the pain in her...2024-05-2328 min
Spero Means Hope208 | Beyond Patient Care: Non-Clinical Pathways and the Power of Saying Yes with Jenny TuccittoIn this episode, Jenny Tuccitto, a physical therapist and the Director of Communication and Innovation for LSVT Global, shares her journey in the field of physical therapy and her transition to a non-clinical role. She discusses the unique aspects of the LSVT program and the impact it has on patients with Parkinson's disease. Jenny also emphasizes the rewards and challenges of a career in healthcare and offers advice for healthcare professionals looking for a change. She concludes by promoting the LSVT Big and LSVT Loud programs.2024-04-2522 min
Spero Means Hope207 | Life with ALS: An Attitude of Gratitude with Bill CorriganSummary
Bill Corrigan, a 64-year-old diagnosed with ALS, shares his journey of pursuing marathons and adapting to life with the disease. He discusses his passion for running, his career as an instructional designer, and the impact of ALS on his physical abilities. Bill emphasizes the importance of mindset, gratitude, and community support in facing the challenges of ALS. He shares his love story with his wife Lucia and highlights the resources and organizations that have been instrumental in his journey. Bill looks forward to continuing his education and contributing to the ALS community through his experiences.
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Spero Means Hope206 | Fatherhood and Lessons Learned Along the Way with Christopher StevensChristopher is a Houston native, single father of two and billing specialist. In this new episode of the ‘Spero Means Hope podcast’, Chris retraces his professional journey which led him to a career in the administrative side of the medical field through a vast array of experiences. Chris also opens up about his experience raising his son and daughter as well as they key life events that have shaped his life, including the grief of losing his brother. Chris encourages those that are trying to find themselves and shares his perspective on fatherhood and relationships.
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Spero Means Hope205 | Worthiness, Love and Self-Compassion with Cheyenne McFallCheyenne was born with Cerebral Palsy and has been a primary wheelchair for most of her life. Despite some physical limitations, Cheyenne grew up not letting her diagnosis define her. In this new episode of the Spero Means Hope podcast, she reflects on her journey overcoming a challenging childhood and making key encounters that helped her connect to her Faith and lean on the truth that she is loved, worthy, and cared for. Cheyenne highlights her recent accomplishment of being crowned Mrs. Wheelchair Texas, opens up on her dream to open her practice as a counselor and encourages others...2024-03-1429 min
Spero Means HopeSeason 2 AnouncementWe are changing our upload frequency from weekly to bi-weekly! Thank you for tuning in to the podcast and for all the support!2024-03-0902 min
Spero Means Hope204 | Rolling with Rejoice with Jay FavorsJay is an Austin native and a former highschool football player who sustained a traumatic spinal cord injury while tackling one of his teammates during football practice in September of 2015. Following the incident, he was left paralyzed from his neck down and found his life turned upside down. In this episode, Jay shares his positive outlook on life. He names this current season of his life “Rolling with Rejoice” as he reflects on his passion for broadcasting and sports, his current profession as a greeter for the Round Rock Express, his aspirations to become a podcaster, and the ways in w...2024-02-2924 min
Spero Means Hope203 | Running, Motherhood & Daily Habits with Liz FergusonLiz is a 46 year old mother of two and avid runner who decided in 2014 to take on running as a daily habit. One day after the other, Liz built steady consistency, running 2 miles every single day for the past 10 years. In this new episode of the ‘Spero Means Hope’ podcast, Liz gives insight into what motivates her to prioritize her health, maintain this daily habit and model a healthy lifestyle to those around her. She encourages the listener to step outside every day, start with a single step, and value the ways in which our bodies are able to move...2024-02-1527 min
Spero Means Hope202 | Fighting Parkinson’s Disease with Grit, Exercise & Community with Stan WedelIn this episode, Stan Wedel shares his journey navigating life following his diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease. Stan reflects on how his determination to engage in regular exercise, connect with community members and get support from his dear wife Ann have allowed him to change his outlook on what life with Parkinson’s Disease can look like. Today, Stan celebrates over 9 years of sobriety, is an active member and treasurer for the international organization Power for Parkinson’s, regularly volunteers with the University of St Augustine PT & OT programs and sprinkles joy and encouragement to those newly diagnosed with the condit2024-02-0132 min
Spero Means Hope201 | Spero Rehab: The Mission, Vision, and Hope Within with Katie BouchillonIn this special opening episode, Katie Bouchillon, owner and founder of Spero Rehab shares the story behind the company, its name, its mission, and its vision. Born from a passion project, and a desire to destigmatize disability while providing rehab solutions to individuals following their acute hospital stay, Spero rehab pioneers a unique blend of outpatient neurological and orthopedic rehab services. In this episode, Katie shares her professional journey, the key encounters that led her to a career in occupational therapy, and the individuals and organizations she’s met along the way. She inspires others to follow their passions, take le...2024-01-2728 min
Spero Means Hope110 | Finding Joy, Hope and Laughter Following a Spinal Cord Injury with Isaiah TuckerIn March of 2022, Isaiah Tucker sustained a cervical level spinal cord injury while working as a welder in Minnesota. Since the incident which completely changed his life, he has been working on regaining movement and function with the goal of returning to independent living.
In this final episode of the season, Isaiah opens up about "the good, the bad, and the ugly" of his daily life as a quadriplegic. He provides his perspective on intentionally choosing positivity and using laughter as a tool for connectedness with others around him and as a coping mechanism. He also discusses...2024-01-2730 min
Spero Means Hope109 | Community Spotlight #3: Salute the Fight Foundation with Owen CoxOwen Cox is a US Marine Corps veteran and the owner of a cheerleading and tumbling gym where he and his wife coach young athletes. In 2019, his son, Christoffer, sustained a cervical level spinal cord injury which changed both his and his family's lives. A year later, motivated by lessons learned during Christoffer's hospital stay, Owen started the 'Salute the Fight Foundation'. This non-profit organization seeks to facilitate the return to home for newly injured quadriplegics and their families by providing them with a free Going Home Tote which includes: a pair of 'Active Hands' (grip aid gloves), resistance...2024-01-2736 min
Spero Means Hope108 | Acceptance, Identity and Reflections on Life After a Spinal Cord Injury with Rahul SinhaIn this episode, we connect with Rahul Sinha, a former pre-med student whose life was turned upside down after a car accident resulted in a cervical spinal cord injury which left him partially paralyzed from the chest down. 4 years later, Rahul reflects on how through that journey, he has been able to redefine who he is, ground himself in a new identity, find a different career path, and accept that life today is nothing like what he had imagined at first, yet it is full of endless possibilities and purpose. Rahul challenges our definition of normalcy, explains his perspective...2024-01-2737 min
Spero Means Hope107 | Community Spotlight #2: Bastion Community of Resilience with Rachel SchwenkBastion Community of Resilience is a non profit organization located in New Orleans, LA whose mission is to meet the needs of injured US veterans and their families. The organization provides free community housing, vocational rehab, occupational therapy, functional activities, and other services all geared towards bridging the gap between conventional rehabilitation and independent community reintegration.
Rachel Schwenk, OTR/L is a licensed occupational therapist and the clinical director for Headway, Bastion's day therapy program. In this episode, she shares about her non-traditional role as an OT in this community-focused setting, gives advices to OTs interested in...2024-01-2728 min
Spero Means Hope106 | Community Spotlight #1: Rehabilitation Services Volunteer Project with Alex ChesneyRehabilitation Services Volunteer Project (RSVP) is a non profit organization whose mission is to improve health outcomes for uninsured or underinsured Houstonians with neurological diagnoses such as strokes, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, or amputations. The organization provides all of its services free of charge which include: physical and occupational therapy, medical visits, assistance with some medications, funding applications, and medical equipment. Alex Chesney, OTR/L has been serving as RSVP's Vice President and clinic coordinator since 2019. In this episode, she shares her journey of choosing occupational therapy as a career path, working a non traditional role as a...2024-01-2730 min
Smooth Jazz Top 100Smooth Jazz Top 100 | 11.09.2023NUEVAS ENTRADAS EN LISTA, CANDIDATOS Y SUPER 20.
Recordamos a Amy Winehouse
01:30 The Braxton Brothers - Forever Together
06:00 Brendan Rothwell - My Time
10:00 David Garfield - Claudia
14:30 Charles A. Kelly - SunSeeker
18:30 J. White - Always
22:30 Lemek - Let’s Get Down
26:30 Amy Winehouse - Rehab
28:00 Amy Winehouse - Me & Mr Jones
30:30 Franko Spero - Signing In
34:30 Bill Colletti - Take Notice
38:00 Brendan Ross - Monalisa
41:30 Terry Disley - Say No More
45:00 Lisa Addeo - Sassified
50:30 Juan Carlos Mendoza E - All Days In A Week
53:00 Greg Manning - Your Love Is Good
56:00 Incognito - Back On The Beach2023-09-1100 min
Spero Means Hope105 | Conquering Uncertainty: From Poverty to Successful Leadership with Tameka McNairIn this episode, Tameka McNair shares her story from her humble beginnings being raised in a single parent household in Wisconsin, to making it out of poverty and into the leadership position she now holds with Microsoft. She explains how her Faith, vision, and resilience have helped her overcome many challenges including raising twin boys as a single mother, navigating the healthcare system when one of her sons had a stroke at 6 weeks of age, pursuing advanced graduate level education and overcoming imposter syndrome. She touches on the professional goals that she has and how they fit into a...2023-06-2942 min
Spero Means Hope104 | Mental Health and Physical Intimacy After a Spinal Cord Injury with Maegan BarinMaegan Barin, OTR/L is a full scope neurological occupational therapist at Spero Rehab. In this episode, she discusses how occupational therapists can help their patients address mental health challenges and navigate relationships and physical intimacy following neurological events such as a spinal cord injury. She discusses psychosocial considerations, deep dives into the changes to sexual functions and provides advices for clinicians interested in a career in the outpatient neurological setting.
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Connect with Maegan on Instagram @maegan_brittany or via email at mbarin@sperorehab.com2023-06-2231 min
Spero Means Hope103 | Maternal Health and Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy with Mashal AwaisIn this episode, Mashal shares about her difficult postpartum experience which was marked by Pelvic Girdle Pain Syndrome and sensory deficits. She reflects on her journey to understanding her symptoms, seeking out help from various healthcare providers, refusing to accept pain as normalcy and advocating for herself. She touches on how systemic changes can improve maternal health for all women regardless of geographical location, education level, or health literacy. She ends by sharing about her recent milestones, and the hope that she's gained now that pain is no longer a part of her daily life. 2023-06-1534 min
Spero Means Hope102 | Fatherhood, Faith, and Life with a Spinal Cord Injury with Ricky BraggIn this episode, Ricky reflects on the past 2 years of his life since a diving accident left him paralyzed from the chest down. He shares how this injury changed both his and his family's lives, gave him a new outlook on the meaning of life, and redefined his identities as a husband and as a father. After waves of depression and despair, he began his road towards recovery with the help of Faith and his loved ones while keeping his eyes on his goal to positively impact, encourage, and bring hope to those newly diagnosed with a spinal cord...2023-06-0846 min
Spero Means Hope101 | Life after a stroke with Kat OgdenIn this episode, Kat shares her story of surviving a stroke, relearning how to walk, reaching new milestones, and setting new goals. She expands on how this life changing event has shifted her mindset and reflects on the biggest influences in her life post stroke. 2023-06-0128 minSpero Means HopeIntroWelcome to the Spero Means Hope podcast!2023-05-2700 min
Wild Life PodcastEpisode 6: LoganFrom Oklahoma, Logan discusses the accident that left him paralyzed from the waist down. Logan also shares his healing journey and how he has acclimated to his new reality.
Nationwide
https://unitedspinal.org/ United Spinal Association- They all sorts of thing (advocate for disability rights, have resources depending on state, assisting with employment, etc)
San Antonio, TX
https://www.projectmend.org/ Project Mend- provides refurbished medical equipment to people who can’t afford it
https://morganswonderland.com/ Morgan’s Wonderland- Disabled Theme Park/Sports groups and other...2022-07-1021 min
Untamed NationHawaii COVID Whistleblower Reveals Dept. of Health FraudThis evening Max and Joe are joined by Abrien Aguirre who was recently terminated by his employer as a result of being a Hawaii whistleblower on covid. During a interview he gave his eye witness account of working on three covid units as well as his experience as being a Director of Rehab. This evening he shares rock solid eye witness accounts of facilities committing fraud for profit.
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On The airThe Incredible Power of Hope (Episode 122)On this episode, we talk about the importance of the support provided by therapists during rehab and the incredible power of hope.Cindy Kolbe has been a lifelong disability advocate—even before her youngest daughter’s spinal cord injury. In her memoir, Struggling with Serendipity, she shares about her battle with depression and guilt after her daughter's injury. Since the injury, Cindy and her daughter have shared many adventures which Cindy calls "unexpected," from during her daughter's time in rehab in their small town in Ohio to time they spent at Harvard, on Capitol Hill, and around the worl...2021-12-0539 min
Whole Body Mental Health RadioBastion, an Intentional Community of Resilience for Returning Warriors with Dylan Tete, Jeremy Brewer, and Katie BouchillonBastion, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is an intentionally designed neighborhood in New Orleans for returning warriors and families with lifelong rehabilitative needs. Through our powerful community model that empowers neighbors as volunteers in a warrior’s care plan, Bastion sustains a thriving recovery from the wounds and casualties of war. Dylan Tête is the Executive Director and founder of Bastion Community of Resilience. He earned a Bachelors of Science in Economics and Systems Engineering at West Point, as well as an MPH at the LSU School of Public Health. During a combat tour in Iraq as second...2017-07-0948 min