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The Mobility MindsetEpisode 12 - From Injury to Impact: The Billy Price StoryIn this powerful episode, we sit down with Billy, co-founder of BILLY Footwear, to explore how he transformed personal adversity into a global mission of inclusion. Billy shares the story behind his adaptive shoe brand, the challenges of designing for accessibility, and how he's reshaping the future of fashion—one foot at a time.Follow and share if Billy’s story inspires you. It definitely inspired us.#Inclusion #AdaptiveDesign #BillyFootwear #DisabilityAdvocate #Entrepreneurship #Motivation #Paralysis #AccessibleFashion #FounderStory2025-07-2238 min
Moms Like Me Podcast by SupportNowShe Was Told She Couldn’t Be a Mom — Now Sara Valenzula’s Helping Kids Walk for the First TimeSara Valenzula’s journey to motherhood started with heartbreak: multiple battles with cancer and a devastating NICU loss. But her story didn’t stop there. In this episode of Moms Like Me, Sara shares how she became a fierce advocate for her son Kenny — born at 25 weeks and later diagnosed with cerebral palsy and epilepsy — and how discovering the Trexo robotic gait trainer changed everything. 🎙️ You’ll hear: - How Sara defied the odds to become a mom - What it’s like parenting a child with profound disabilities - The moment she first saw her son walk...2025-06-2629 minThe Mobility MindsetEpisode 11: Redefining Leadership and Success with Kiran MannIn this episode, we’re joined by Kiran Mann, Chief Happiness Officer of M2M Business Solutions Inc. and CEO of Brar’s, to explore how joy, resilience, and visionary leadership can transform businesses from the inside out.Kiran introduces us to her powerful frameworks: The Happy Organization (THO) and the JOY Movement (Just Overcome Yourself). Voted one of the Top 10 Most Inspiring CEOs and a Woman of Influence, Kiran shares her wisdom on how to build cultures that thrive through change.Brar’s is proud to partner with Trexo Robotics in a shared commitment to sup...2025-06-2432 min
The Mobility MindsetEpisode 10: Brenda’s Journey: Advocacy, Empowerment & Raising a Neurodiverse ChildIn this impactful episode, we speak with Brenda Agnew — parent and family advocate, Marketing Director at Gluckstein Lawyers, and mother to two sons, including Maclain, who has severe Cerebral Palsy and profound hearing loss caused by Kernicterus, a rare but preventable brain injury from untreated jaundice.Brenda shares her journey navigating the complex worlds of healthcare, special education, and disability services, while becoming a powerful voice for families of children with neurodiverse needs.💬 Topics We Cover:Living and parenting with a child with disabilitiesAdvocating for children with complex medical needs...2025-06-1041 minThe Mobility MindsetEpisode 9: Power of Tech - Inside the Innovation of SpineX with CEO Parag GadIn this episode, we talk with Parag Gad, neuroengineer and CEO of SpineX Inc., about the future of neurorehabilitation and mobility innovation. With 17+ years of experience in spinal cord research and bioelectric medicine, Parag shares how his transition from academic research to medtech entrepreneurship is driving real-world impact. He dives into the science behind SpineX’s non-invasive neuromodulation device — and how it's helping individuals with spinal cord injuries, stroke, and cerebral palsy regain mobility. Discover how cutting-edge spinal stimulation is unlocking new possibilities in neurological recovery.2025-05-2729 minThe Mobility MindsetEpisode 8: Clinical Trials & Trexo: Insights from Dr. CondliffeIn this episode, Dr. Elizabeth Condliffe, a leading expert in neurorehabilitation and pediatric-onset disabilities, discusses how robotic gait training with the Trexo is changing outcomes for individuals with cerebral palsy and other mobility impairments. Backed by clinical research and real-world case studies, Dr. Condliffe shares insights into assistive technology, neuroplasticity, and the impact of robotics in physical therapy. Whether you're a clinician, caregiver, researcher, or simply curious about the future of mobility and disability innovation, this conversation offers powerful insights into what's possible when research meets real-world impact.2025-05-1332 minThe Mobility MindsetEpisode 7: Navigating Disability Support with Eric JorgensenIn this episode, we sit down with Eric Jorgensen, an expert in disability planning, whose decades of experience have helped families navigate the complexities of public benefits, financial strategies, and long-term support for individuals with disabilities. As the Director of Special Projects at the First Maryland Disability Trust, Eric shares how he bridges the gap between legal tools and the real-life needs of families. We explore his journey—from serving in the Navy to becoming a devoted caregiver and a dedicated advocate. Whether you're a parent, professional, or planner, this conversation offers valuable insights!2025-04-2934 minThe Mobility MindsetEpisode 6: Meet Navi - A Journey of ResilienceIn 2021, Navi’s life changed dramatically after a diagnosis of Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS), a rare neurological disorder that led to paralysis. Over the years, Navi has shown remarkable progress in recovery, transitioning from a wheelchair to using a walker and crutches with AFO braces, despite ongoing challenges with partial paralysis in the legs and feet and limited fine motor skills in the hands.Before GBS, Navi thrived on an active lifestyle, frequenting the gym daily—sometimes twice a week—and finding solace in running as both therapy and exercise. Losing that freedom was a profound challenge, yet Navi r...2025-04-1541 minThe Mobility MindsetEpisode 5: Working Moms with Jaime LabelleThis episode features Jaime Labelle, mom of 2 boys - one of them a CP warrior and Trexo user. She talks about juggling all the balls and what happens when you feel like you've dropped a ball. Her, Marc & Sara (hosts) chat about real life and that you can't control it all. Perfect example - a plumber showed up at Jaime's house while recording the episode. We easily edited that out of the podcast - but you can't always edit things out of real life!💞 Jaime's reason for coming on the podcast, in her words: "Thi...2025-04-0154 minThe Mobility MindsetBonus Episode: Chat with Jim PeplinskiTune in to listen to Jim, former NHL player with the Calgary Flames, Stanley Cup winner, Olympian, and Chairman at Properly Investment Company. Listen to him discuss his experience as a grandparent to a kiddo with a rare disease (and a little hockey talk). Some very interesting conversations!2025-03-2140 minThe Mobility MindsetEpisode 4: Financial Resources and Funding with Advocacy AbbyAbby, known as Advocacy Abby shares her story, and talks about how she can help families get the support they need to find financial resources. She offers solutions that help take the burden off parents who are going through it alone with searching for financial resources and funding options. Abby is a friend of Trexo, and we are thrilled to work with her! Let us know what you think about this episode!Visit Abby’s SiteGet Started With AbbyAbby’s Instagram2025-03-1846 minThe Mobility MindsetEpisode 3: Meet the Mertens!It's Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month! In this inspiring episode, we dive into the remarkable journey of the Mertens family. Alex, who has cerebral palsy, opens up about her personal challenges and triumphs, sharing her experiences with Trexo and the impact it's had on her life. Her mom, Carol, and her sister, Katie, also join the conversation, offering their unique perspectives on the family’s journey. Tune in for an uplifting conversation!Instagram: @thealexscoophttps://thealexscoop.com/2025-03-0434 minThe Mobility MindsetBonus Episode: Interview with Frank Baylis - Liberal Leader CandidateTrexo CEO and co-founder Manmeet Maggu sits down with Liberal Leader candidate and Canadian businessman Frank Baylis. They discuss medtech and innovation, healthcare in Canada, Frank's history, the fascinating story of his mother and more. An open and interesting conversation.2025-03-011h 09The Mobility MindsetEpisode 2: Navigating Rare Disease & Disability with Guest Effie Parks| Feb 18, 2025Hosts Sara Valenzuela and Marc Robert engage in deep conversations with Effie Parks, podcaster and advocate for rare disease. They discuss the challenges and joys of parenting children with disabilities, the significance of Rare Disease Day, and the importance of community and connection among parents. Effie hits on some key points for parents and shares advice based on her experience.2025-02-1832 minThe Mobility MindsetEpisode 1, Part 2 - Sara's Story: A Journey of ResilienceIn part 2 of episode 1, Sara opens up about her incredible journey, sharing the challenges she faced from her time as a cop in the U.S. to her battle with cancer, and the difficulties she encountered with childbirth. Her story is one of resilience, strength, and determination. This powerful and emotional episode is a reminder of the strength we can find in ourselves even during the darkest times. 2025-02-0452 minThe Mobility MindsetEpisode 1, Part 1 - Manmeet and Marc Share Their Journeys to Trexo!In this episode, Manmeet and Marc discuss their paths leading up to and during their time at Trexo Robotics. Manmeet reflects on the challenges of failed prototypes and the dedication it took to become the CEO of Trexo Robotics, bringing the Trexo to life. Marc also shares his personal story of raising a child with a disability and how that journey led him to become a sales specialist at Trexo Robotics. Don’t miss part 2 of this episode, where Sara shares her deeply emotional story—make sure to have some tissues nearby!2025-02-0441 min
The Feed with Amber Mac & Michael BGoogle’s Quantum Computing Breakthrough + Holiday Tech Gift IdeasAmber and Michael discuss the following topics with their guests: how a robotics company is helping kids with disabilities; getting news directly from those you trust; how OpenAI’s new killer app is changing the video game; and Marc Saltzman drops by with some great tech gift ideas for the holidays.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[08:39] Trexo Robotics Exoskeleton: trexorobotics.com[16:42] App-tastic[24:40] Marc Saltzman: marcsaltzman.com[32:37] Noosphere: noosphere.app[41:18] How OpenAI is Changing The Video GameYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.2024-12-1750 min
Focus Checkep39 - FUJIFILM “GFX ETERNA” pricing? | BM Ursa Cine 12K Lab Test results | Sony A1 IIIn this episode, we explore the exciting news from FUJIFILM about their new filmmaking camera and speculate on its potential price. We also analyze the lab test results of the Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro 12K and cover the latest updates from Sony, along with some new lenses.
Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by FUJIFILM. Check it out at (17:42)
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What The Tech?Marching To 100 Million Steps with Trexo RoboticsWe welcome Manmeet Maggu, Founder and CEO at Trexo Robotics. His team are re-imagining pediatric rehabilitation, while also redefining mobility solutions for all people. Manmeet started the company when he found out that his nephew had Cerebral Palsy and was unable to walk. Instead of waiting for the future to happen, Manmeet and his team decided to build the future he wanted to see and made the first-ever exoskeleton that helps children walk at home every day, in many cases for the first time in their lives.Trexos are now being used by top hospitals an...2024-08-2819 min
The Overdrive Podcast: By Christian Brothers AutomotiveRunning God's Race: Discovering and Trusting God's Plan with Jim SternIn this enlightening episode of The Overdrive Podcast, we sit down with Jim Stern, the founder of Trexo, a nonprofit dedicated to fostering discipleship and spreading the message of God. Jim shares profound insights on how we can discover and embrace the unique race God has set for each of us.We dive into the core theme of the episode: understanding and trusting God's timing. Jim discusses practical strategies for recognizing our individual callings and how to overcome obstacles on our journey. He emphasizes the importance of patience and faith in God's plan, offering actionable advice on...2024-07-2930 min
Meeting Mighty PeopleThe Alex Scoop and the Trexo Robotics WalkerHello Everyone. Today we are lit with joy to be joined by Alex Mertens Alex is a student at Mount Royal University! Congratulations Alex on studying Kinesiology to make a difference in people’s lives.
In the podcast Alex will talk about a recent helpful discovery; of The Trexo Robotic Waller. I will end the intro there.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alexisfolk/message2023-11-2512 min
Theology on AirCan You Hear God's Voice? With Jim Stern.Jim Stern of Trexo joins TOA to talk about the Trinity in a way you may have never considered. He talks about the way Christians should have unique relationships with each person of the Trinity, the Father, the Son, and the Spirit. Instead of a generic relationship with the “God blob”, Jim peels apart the work of each Person of the Trinity and talks about hearing the voice of one of these persons in your prayer life. You’ll definitely find it interesting! 2023-07-311h 06
Once Upon A GeneThe Tréxō Robot and the Many Benefits of this Technology for Kids with Disabilities with the Founder and CEO Manmeet MagguONCE UPON A GENE - EPISODE 186The Tréxō Robot and the Many Benefits of this Technology for Kids with Disabilities with the Founder and CEO Manmeet MagguManmeet Maggu is the Founder & CEO of Tréxō Robotics. Manmeet’s commitment to helping children with cerebral palsy walk drove the vision for Tréxō. An engineer and MBA by training, Manmeet has previously worked in several technical and project management roles before inventing a device called Tréxō, a robotic walker used in therapy programs. He joins me on this episode for a deep div...2023-05-1136 min
The Rare Life122: 5 (Surprising) Things Parents Want Special Ed. Professionals to Know w/ Tiffany GoodchildParenting a child with medical complexity or disability often means learning a ton of new skills—and new systems—often in a very short period. Making that process more difficult is the fact that many of the individuals working in those systems, like special education professionals and therapists, aren’t actually parents of disabled children if they even have children at all. And because of this, communication between both sides can be... let’s just say difficult at times. Here to help bridge the gap is a former Sp. Ed. professional and mom to a disabled son, Tiffany Goodchild.
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The CityRise PodcastTrexoLearn more about Trexo at https://trexo.org/2023-03-2619 minThe Rare Life116: Kinda Obsessed | Celebrating Our Relationships with Our Children With Rare Conditions w/ 24 Parent-ContributorsToday, we have one of my favorite episodes ever to share with you! It’s Rare Disease Day, and while we’ve done episodes for this awareness day in the past, I wanted offer something a little different this time around.
So instead of a discussion of rare diseases or diagnoses or even awareness, we’re celebrating the beautiful and unique relationships we get to have with our rare kiddos. I asked parents from our community to record their answers to four questions about their relationship with their kids, from your favorite thing about your child to your f...2023-02-2852 min
For Our Special KidsMeet Amazing: Tiffany Goodchild and her Kourageous KarterWe are excited to add another episode to the Meet Amazing series of For Our Special Kids. Today, Jen talks with Tiffany Goodchild about her incredible son Karter. This is a raw look into the real life of a beautiful family and their journey from a traumatic birth injury to celebration.Tiffany is a strong advocate for her son, his inclusion in this world, and the right of every child to live their best life no matter what it takes.Yes, we cry. We cry because our discussion is genuine and heart felt. We talk about...2023-01-3046 min