Walk and Roll Live-Disability Stories

The Autism community has come a long way in the last 20 years. Debbie Rojas tells us the story of her families journey with her son Joey as she navigated diagnosis, treatment and the new life that emerged. We hear how it was in the beginning, feeling all alone and the fight to make sure her son got the best care possible. We think a mother's perspective can be very helpful in making a difference i...

In 1973 the Rehab Act of 1973 was passed. There was a section in that act that was very important to the disabled community. The powers that be were trying to water down the section and some very brave and committed people in the disability community were determined not to let that happen. Some extraordinary events happened, it past and lead the way to the American's with Disabilities Act a few ye...

This is a young man I met through PossAbilities at Loma Linda. He was on the Rolling Bears wheelchair basketball team. Like most of the guys and gals I meet through PossAbilities it never crosses my mind to ask how they became disabled. I'm more interested in what kind of person they are and are they someone I'd like to be friends with. Eric's a good guy who I played wheelchair rugby with and he s...

We wanted to learn about the role of a Special Ed teacher at the high school level. We got that and so much more in this conversation with Teri Black, Special Ed teacher at Adelanto HS. Currently she teaches math, but we quickly learned there were more lessons to be learned for the student as well as the teacher. And for sure, we can learn from both of them. We hope you enjoy this episode of Walk...

In this moving episode of "Walk and Roll Live," Eric and Doug are joined by Leslie Hueter, who embodies the spirit of Vince Lombardi's famous words: "It's not whether you get knocked down, it's whether you get up." Leslie has faced the challenges of multiple sclerosis and more, and her story is one of resilience and perseverance. We hope her journey touches you as it touched us, inspiring you to d...

Join us on this episode of Walk and Roll Live as Captain Mike embarks on a heartfelt journey, taking disabled kids and adults on unforgettable fishing trips – many experiencing the joy for the first time. Discover the profound transformations witnessed by Captain Mike as he shares the inception of this remarkable endeavor and reflects on how this mission has not only changed the lives of those abo...

PossAbilities is a community outreach program through Loma Linda University Health. Their goal is to provide support for members with permanent physical disabilities and veterans with resources to stay active and healthy. They strive to achieve this through a host of programs and services. These include Education, Health & Fitness Activities, Recreational and Competitive Adaptive Sports, Peer...

In this inspiring episode of Walk and Roll Live, we delve into the remarkable life of Doug Vincent, who faced the challenges of contracting polio at just 1 year old. Against the odds, Doug not only completed his education but also forged a remarkable 40-plus-year career in radio. Join us as Doug shares his journey, highlighting how he not only triumphed over adversity but also dedicated his life t...

Well, it was inevitable. When you do a program such as ours, with guests, sooner or later someone is going to have something come up at the last minute and won't be able to make it. This episode is a result of just such an occasion. Thanks to a friend we had a quick fix, but alas, that went awry as well. So we set out to make sure you had an episode this week. Hopefully you're entertained and next...

This week we get to know our hosts a little better. We play a game of twenty questions so you get a little insight into the hosts of Walk and Roll Live. 

In this compelling episode of "Walk and Roll Live," Eric and Doug welcome Judith Diaz, a remarkable young woman who contracted polio 25 years after the vaccine became available. How did this happen? Join us as Judith shares her unique journey of growing up with her disability, facing bullying, and overcoming significant hurdles. Despite the challenges, Judith’s determination and resilience shine t...

In this insightful episode of "Walk and Roll Live," Eric and Doug sit down with Lisa Hayes, the Executive Director of Rolling Start, an Independent Living Center in San Bernardino, CA. Rolling Start is one of 28 Independent Living Centers in California and part of a network of 400 centers nationwide. Lisa discusses the wide range of services Rolling Start offers to the disabled community, emphasiz...

After not posting new episodes we are back with new content and a new co-host. In this episode we meet Eric Aguilar and learn about the disability he's had from birth. We find out what challenges he's overcome and what plans he has for the future.

Hello   After a long hiatus we return with a big announcement. This is a brief episode to announce our return and some information of what we intend to do with our podcast going forward. We would appreciate any feedback you'd like to share. Good, bad or indifferent. We can't grow and improve unless we know what's on your mind.   Enjoy!