We Are Invincible

Spirit of Invincibility

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Spirit of Invincibility from We Are Invincible shares honest, unfiltered conversations with leaders, creators, and advocates redefining what’s possible in the disability community. Hosted by Brandon Lingle and Lauren Ruotolo, the podcast dives into stories of strength, identity, innovation, and lived experience — celebrating disabled excellence and expanding how the world understands creativity and leadership. This is where visibility becomes voice, and voice becomes victory.

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Lachi, Owning Power in Music and Disability 21.01.2026 32:40

Grammy-nominated artist, producer, author, and disability advocate, Lachi, joins the Spirit Of Invincibility Podcast to talk music, identity, access, and what it means to be undeniably good while breaking industry barriers.

Kiah Amara, Accessibility Isn’t Extra: It’s Better Production 14.01.2026 33:12

In this episode of Spirit of Invincibility, Lauren Ruotolo and Brandon Lingle speak with Kiah Amara, producer andfounder of IndieVisible Entertainment, about what real accessibility looks like in film, TV, and live production — and why it improves safety, creativity, and outcomes for everyone on set. Kiah reframes accessibility as a state of ease, not a checklist, and explains why inclusive produc...

Cara E. Yar Khan, Taking Up Space 07.01.2026 42:23

In this episode of Spirit of Invincibility, humanitarian, entrepreneur and global disability advocate Cara E. Yar Khan joins hosts Brandon Lingle and Lauren Ruotolo for a candid conversation about visibility, dignity, and rewriting the narrative around disability. Cara shares what it means to live boldly in a world not built for disabled bodies—and why being seen as whole, powerful, and human is a...

Oliver Scheier, Living Beyond Labels 03.12.2025 27:11

In this episode of Spirit of Invincibility, host Brandon Lingle speaks with Oliver Scheier — a queer creative living with a rare form of muscular dystrophy whose courage and authenticity redefine what it means to be invincible. A TEDx Tulane speaker, writer, and visual storyteller, Oliver reflects on growing up disabled, navigating identity, and finding power in leading with his heart. He shares h...

Jillian Mercado, Redefining Representation in Fashion & Film 03.12.2025 26:44

In this episode of Spirit of Invincibility, host Brandon Lingle sits down with Jillian Mercado — a trailblazing actress, model, and activist redefining what representation looks like in fashion and entertainment. Born and raised in New York City and living with muscular dystrophy, Jillian has challenged traditional beauty standards from her earliest days at the Fashion Institute of Technology to s...

Lauren Ruotolo, Invincible From Day One 03.12.2025 29:15

Being invincible is a state of mind — and in this episode, founder Brandon Lingle sits down with his inspiration and co-founder, Lauren Ruotolo. Lauren is a disability advocate, longtime content and marketing executive, and the author of Unstoppable in Stilettos — but this conversation goes far deeper than her résumé. Diagnosed with precious puberty at eight months old, McCune-Albright syndrome at...