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In episode 144, host Kevin Schaefer talks with Doug McCullough from central New Jersey. The author of “A Billion People in the Shadows,” a new book about understanding disability, Doug previously worked at Johnson & Johnson Pharmaceuticals and has a background in public speaking. He talks about growing up with SMA type 3, navigating employment with a disability, and advocating for an inclusive society.
Doug’s book: https://publishyourpurpose.com/books/a-billion-people-in-the-shadows-the-ultimate-1-hour-guide-to-understanding-disability/
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In episode 143, host Kevin Schaefer talks with Cory Lee from Lafayette, Georgia. A renowned expert on disabled traveling, he has visited all seven continents from his wheelchair. He runs the Curb Free With Cory Lee blog and takes part in speaking engagements around the world. Join the two as they discuss growing up with SMA, Cory’s travel origins, and his hopes for the future of accessible travel.
Cory’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curbfreecorylee/
Cory’s website: https://curbfreewithcorylee.com/
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In episode 142, host Kevin Schaefer talks with Savannah and Will Huff from Thomasville, Georgia. Savannah, who has SMA type 3, met Will in 2018. Listen in as they discuss their marriage, careers, and the intersection of married life and caregiving.
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In episode 141, host Kevin Schaefer talks with Quinn Bucher (he/they) from Athens, Ohio. A student at Earlham College studying theater, he talks about growing up in an arts-oriented household, making theater inclusive for disabled students, and the intersectionality of being trans and having SMA.
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Note: This podcast includes thoughts about suicide. If you are struggling with thoughts of suicide, please contact the Suicide Prevention Lifeline in the U.S. (988, or 988lifeline.org, available 24/7), Samaritans in the U.K (samaritans.org), or Samaritans of Singapore in Singapore (sos.org.sg).
In episode 140, host Kevin Schaefer talks with Lucy Trevino from Chicago, Illinois. Lucy is passionate about academia and advocacy, and she volunteers for the organization Chicago Scholars. She discusses living with SMA Type 3, her familial relationships, and the importance of disability inclusion. -
In episode 139, host Kevin Schaefer talks with Dianna Warren from Canton, Ohio. Dianna is an ambassador for Ms. Wheelchair USA, and for 32 years she ran a disability bowling league. She discusses these experiences, living with SMA Type 3, and her marriage of 44 years.
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In episode 138, host Kevin Schaefer talks with Nolan, who lives with SMA, and Blake Shofner from Princeton, Illinois.
The brothers discuss their dynamic as siblings and business partners, as they are the founders of Mullet Bros Co. They also discuss the importance of humor in their lives and how Nolan’s SMA has impacted them.
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In episode 137, host Kevin Schaefer talks with Jared Wayland from Ontario. Jared discusses growing up with SMA type 3 and becoming a husband and father. He also talks about his passion for music and graphic design and shares advice about building confidence with SMA.
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In episode 136, host Kevin Schaefer talks with returning guest Shaniqua Granby as she shares life updates and discusses how she navigates struggles and embraces community.
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In episode 135, host Kevin Schaefer talks with Ryan Kinnear from Glendale, Arizona. An avid fisherman and outdoor enthusiast, he uses assistive technology to pursue his passions. Ryan talks about using this technology, growing up with SMA, and managing daily life.
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In episode 134, host Kevin Schaefer talks with Dr. Edward Smith from Hillsborough, North Carolina. Dr. Smith spent the majority of his career as a clinical neurologist, and Kevin was one of his longtime patients. They talk about the state of SMA research and the work Dr. Smith is doing now. SMA News Today contributor Michael Morale also joins to talk with Dr. Smith about his treatment experiences.
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In episode 133, host Kevin Schaefer talks with Rebecca Mulhall from Cleveland, Ohio. Rebecca has three kids, and her youngest two are twins with SMA. Her son with SMA also has Down syndrome. Rebecca talks about the intersection of these disabilities, her family’s daily life, and her advice for other parents in the SMA community.
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In episode 132, host Kevin Schaefer talks with Collin Pollock from Garden Grove, California. Collin and his wife, Kyla, run a barbeque sauce business called WheelyQ. He discusses becoming a business owner, growing up with SMA, and being a husband and father.
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Collin’s website: https://wheelyq.com/
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In episode 131, host Kevin Schaefer talks with Candis Welch from Los Angeles, California. A disability advocate, DEI practitioner, and consultant, Candis won the 2023 Ms. Wheelchair California competition. She talks about growing up with SMA, the importance of representation, and how she’s cultivated an independent life.
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In episode 130, host Kevin Schaefer talks with Andrew Cherico from Orlando, Florida. Andrew is a sophomore at the University of Central Florida and is studying sports journalism. He talks about growing up with SMA, shifting his mindset as a teenager, and connecting with others in the SMA community.
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In episode 129, host Kevin Schaefer talks with Rylie Erbacher and her mom, Stephanie, from Iowa. Rylie has SMA, and she was recently recognized as one of 10 artists from around the country honored in Washington, D.C., for her accomplishments as a Rare Artist, an artist living with a rare disease. She and Stephanie discuss this journey, as well as what their daily lives look like.
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In episode 128, host Kevin Schaefer talks with Jenna Coburn from Palm Springs, California. Jenna is a social media and marketing manager for Access Medical, and she has SMA. She talks about her family life, how she started her career as a teenager, her relationship with her girlfriend, and the intersectionality of her LGBTQIA+ and disability identities.
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In episode 127, host Kevin Schaefer talks with Kevan Chandler, founder of the nonprofit organization We Carry Kevan. In 2016, Kevan used an adaptive backpack so that his friends could carry him on a trip across Europe. This adventure formed the basis of his nonprofit. Kevan is now an author, speaker, and world traveler. He has SMA type 2, and he currently lives in Indiana with his wife, Katie.
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In episode 126, host Kevin Schaefer talks with Janelle Fiesta and Antoine Vuong from Honolulu, Hawaii. They are an interabled couple who met when they were both in high school. Janelle shares her experiences living with SMA and Antoine talks about being her partner. They also discuss going to the 2022 Cure SMA conference in Anaheim, California.
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In episode 125, host Kevin Schaefer talks with Brooklyn and Keanna Nichols from Athens, Alabama. Brooklyn is a middle schooler with SMA who co-authored a children’s book called “A Do Nothing Day” with her mom’s cousin. She and her mom talk about inclusivity, living with SMA, and the origins of the book.
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