QuadLife Podcast

In this episode we start at the beginning of our spinal cordinjury journey and look at ways to optimize our physical health and Wellness.'' This podcast is about connection, encouragement, andbuilding a community where we can support each other through the challenges we face—whether you’re connected to someone with an SCI, you have one yourself, or you’re simply riding the roller coaster of life—t...

On this episode we talk to Anthony Purcell and his mother Micki Nolan about their charity Walking with Anthony, disparities in the American healthcare system, and the mental game of SCI. For more information about Walking With Anthony visit walkingwithanthony.org.  You can order a copy of Micki's book Walking With Anthony: A Mother's Fight For Her Son on amazon.

On this episode we talk to Ed about his career in the disability service industry, travelling the world and the secrets to a happy marriage.

On this episode we talk some more with Ed Bell. Listen to Part One for the beginning of this interview.

On this episode we talk with Jordan Kerton about her life in recreation therapy, what community means to her, and her passion for getting people outside.

On this episode we talk with Stu Wymer about his love of racing, being a mentor in his community, and how can't doesn't belong in his vocabulary. For more information about Accessible Okanagan and their peer programming visit: accessibleokanagan.org. To check out more information about Re-Inventing the Wheel, visit the Facebook and Instagram page.

On this episode we talk with Tyler Tingle about his need for speed, the importance of giving back to his community, and aging with a spinal cord injury.

In this episode we talk to Michael Murphy about his memoir When I Fell, post traumatic growth, his racing career and his hopes for a spot on the US paralympic ski team. To get a copy of Michael's memoir visit: https://www.amazon.com/When-Fell-Rerouted-Strength-Severed/dp/1631952501 or www.whenifell.com To find out more about Micahel's speaking engagements visit www.michaelmurphyspeaks.com   Y...

In this special episode I pay homage to a good friend, Brad Jacobsen.  Brad was a leader in his community, a peer mentor, and a great friend to many.  His presence in the SCI community over the past 25 years will be sorely missed.  #StandingSpirit

In this episode we talk with Ryan Atkins.  He shares with us about his memoir One Step Closer, the balance between hope and reality, and finding purpose. For more information about Ryan’s memoir and to read the first chapter free visit www.readonestepcloser.com

In this episode with talk with Darlene Nargang.  She speaks with us about the process of choosing the right vehicle for your needs, how to keep it on the road safely, and going the extra mile for her customers. For more information on Alliance Mobility Solutions visit www.amsvans.ca

In this episode we talk with Shannon Rockall.  She speaks with us about proper seating, what to expect from your Occupational Therapist, and her "get ‘er done" attitude in an ever changing industry.

In this episode we talk to Murray Siple.  Murrary shares with us about the evolution of his art, his award winning film Carts of Darkness, and a new life on Salt Spring Island. For more information about Murrary's work visit: www.walletmoth.com

In this episode we talk with John Chernesky.  John shares with us his passion for SCI research, the love of a good steak, and his wild adventures across the globe. For more information about Praxis Institute and current SCI research visit: https://praxisinstitute.org/  https://scireproject.com/community/  https://scitrials.org/

In this episode we talk with Kirsten Sharp.  She shares her journey to discovering the importance of peer support, what it means to lead a life of creativity, and her love of story telling. Check out Kirsten's passion project SCIBC TV: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbI_Crr_ahpYw8UlIqnBRmXAMHl-7vUPY

In this episode we talk to Jim Neilson.  Jim talks to us about his love of mountain biking and collecting, powering through the challenges of ministry care, and what he sees as his legacy.

In this episode we talk with Jim Milina.  Jim speaks with us about his dreams for the Olympics as an aerial skier, his multiple record setting climb up Mount Kilimanjaro, and what his best life looks like now. For more information about Jim and his journey please visit www.jimmilina.com

In this episode we talk with Chris Marks.  He speaks with us about his life at sea, his adventures at Burning Man, and his dreams for a sustainable future.  For more information about Praxis Institute visit: https://praxisinstitute.org/  Check out Chris' blog at: https://acceleratechange525605611.wordpress.com/

In this episode we talk to James Hektner, co-founder of Accessible Okanagan.  He shares with us what it looks like to build a tight knit peer support driven community, the challenges of fertility with an SCI, and his new gig with Praxis Institute.   To watch the trailer for Re-Inventing the Wheel visit: https://youtu.be/MjBl4Piesjw Check out Accessible Okanagan online and on Facebook.

In this episode we get vulnerable with my very good friend, Walt Lawrence, a man who has dedicated his life to helping others through their traumatic experience and showing there is life on the other side of spinal cord injury.  We chat about marriage, family, being intentional and recognizing our value.

In this episode we talk with Duncan Campbell.  He shares with us about his life as a father, what it means to be inducted into the Canadian Sports Hall of Fame, and how wheelchair rugby put him on a life changing path.

In this episode we talk to Dr. Krassioukov  about his journey from Russia to creating a world class clinical research laboratory that studies the effects of Autonomic Dysreflexia on people living with spinal cord injuries. https://icord.org/researchers/dr-andrei-krassioukov/ https://www.abcofad.ca

In this episode we talk with Dave Symington.  He speaks with us about his first cigarette, his artistic expression, sexual advocacy for people with disabilities, and how he defines himself 45 years post-injury. Check out vams.org for more information about the Vancouver Adapted Music Society.

In this episode we talk with Cory Parsons.  He speaks with us about his journey to good gut health after a SIBO diagnosis, supporting his community by sharing his garden, and his memories of our late great friend Jason Draginda.

In this episode we talk with James Sanders.  He talks to us about life during the pandemic for people with disabilities, the importance of self care, his acting career then and now, and how the industry is opening up to the world of disability. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0761583/ http://realwheels.ca https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kvjlps6td50&t=5s https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-...