The Handicapable Podcast

On this two-part episode of The Handicapable Podcast, Adam interviews Abby Lehner! Abby has Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), and is from Boston, Massachusetts. She is able to show that with the right mindset, independence is never out of reach! Join us on a conversation all about her journey to independence from her career to dating and so much more! The Handicapable Podcast Companion Site: hcpod.co...

On this minisode of The Handicapable Podcast, Adam talks about how to advocate for yourself and how to present yourself as someone with a disability best. The Handicapable Podcast Companion Site: hcpod.com Intro music provided by Udio AI

On this episode, our host Adam interviews Pat Moeschen. Pat lives with Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy and taught music for 27 years! He now works for a non-profit organization called Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy, which is an organization dedicated to the eradication of muscular dystrophy. Within PPMD, Pat is in charge of group called the Patient Adult Advisory Committee. The PAAC, as it is kn...

On this episode of The Handicapable Podcast, Adam continues his conversation with Michael Lapham. Michael continues to share the story of his injury that left him a paraplegic and how he has adapted to his disability over the years. He is able to show how even when tragic things happen, everything happens for a reason. The Handicapable Podcast Companion Site: hcpod.com Intro music provided by Udio...

On this episode of The Handicapable Podcast, Adam interviews Michael Lapham. Michael is a T11-T12 paraplegic after a motorcycle crash in 2003. He is an avid hunter and doesn't let his disability stop him from doing what he loves. He has been married to his wife (another paraplegic) for 13 years! He created a fully accessible swamp buggy for wheelchair users to utilize, as well as the hunter's hois...

On this minisode of The Handicapable Podcast, Adam talks about the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) and some flaws that it has. He talks about some of these flaws and offers solutions on how those flaws can be resolved. The Handicapable Podcast Companion Site: hcpod.com Intro music provided by Udio AI

On this episode, Adam interviews Jamie Santillo! Jamie owns the company Adventures by Jamie, a travel agency specializing in helping those with disabilities travel! She has congenital muscular dystrophy but is not letting that stop her from making a difference in the world. Jamie wants to take most of the hassle of traveling with disability away, so everyone can spend more time enjoying their trip...

On this episode of The Handicapable Podcast, Adam interviews Cheyenne Heflin. Cheyenne is a pediatric cancer survivor who suffered an amputation to prevent the spread of her cancer. She is an advocate for those with disabilities, especially those who have experienced limb loss. Cheyenne is an ambassador for the Amputee Coalition and is a motivational speaker.

On this episode of The Handicapable Podcast, Adam interviews Nevin Steiner. Nevin works at ESPN as a Digital Video Producer. He lives with Becker muscular dystrophy, which is a form of muscular dystrophy that progresses at a much slower rate than other types. Nevin is at the age where his disease has progressed more, and we learn how he navigates day-to-day life. Nevin was married in 2008 and has...

On this episode of The Handicapable Podcast, Adam interviews Alan Chaulet, the vice president of All Wheels Up. All Wheels Up is a non-profit organization with the goal of adding a wheelchair spot on commercial aircraft. They want to open up the world of destinations for everyone, and to make traveling with a disability more dignifying. https://www.adapts.org Use code AWU15 for 15% Off! https://ww...

Adam talks about all things travel on this shorter episode of The Handicapable Podcast! He discusses his top 3 favorite accessible US cities he has visited and gives you best practices on traveling as someone with a disability. With a bit of humor along the way, let's talk about all things travel!

On this episode of The Handicapable Podcast, Adam interviews Dr. Tye D. Martin Ph. D. Dr. Martin received his Ph. D from New Mexico State University in 2019. He has an unconfirmed diagnosis of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and is an advocate for the disability community. Dr. Martin is an ambassador for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA), and a board member for Laughing at My Nightmare Inc. The...