The AMP'D UP211 Podcast is proud to feature extraordinary individuals in the Limb Loss Community. Our Video Podcast episodes feature athletes, celebrities, public speakers, practitioners, and innovators in the world of prosthetics.
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Award-winning comedy sci-fi series about the intertwining lives of a ragtag bunch of dreampunks in a futuristic cyberpunk hellhole NYC; from Kevin Berrey. Season 2 is live. New episodes Blursdays! It's free to👂 but not to make. Get extra rizz as a member, plus bonus audio tales like these every fortnight: https://www.patreon.com/hellgatecity 📄, 📧, 📀: hellgatecity.com Chat with the gang on Discord⁉️
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This is a podcast about human evolution – the personal kind. Join Host Beth Huddleston as she has conversations with people from all over the world and all walks of life who have lived through often challenging circumstances, learned and grown from them, and gone on to create something new for themselves and others.
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Bjoern Eser from The Active Amputee blog provides all the information you need to live an active and rewarding life as an amputee. He invites you on a journey to explore the endless possibilities people with a limb difference have to try out new activities, constantly pushing the boundaries and extending their comfort zone. In monthly interviews, Bjoern talks to other amputees, sharing their inspirational and encouraging stories. He chats with people from the industry, learning about new and ...
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Welcome to the Cosi Talks podcast! My name is Cosi Belloso and I am a physical therapist in Tampa, Florida. I have been a PT for over 23 years and my passion is working with the amputee/limb loss community. As a recent breast cancer survivor, I appreciate how important it is to have credible resources when recovering from a health crisis–and that is my mission with Cosi Talks. I am here to help educate, inform, and empower those recovering from amputation during all stages. So grab your cup ...
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Two scientists from opposite ends of the Earth speak with researchers around the world to break down their fascinating work in polymer science, chemistry, material science, and engineering. Join Dr. Alicia Botes and Jacob Schekman as they break down exciting discoveries on the Polymer Science Podcast! Questions or comments? Contact us at polymersciencepodcast@gmail.com
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WE'RE BACK! AMP 1 STUDIO - A talk show for amputees and those affected by limb-loss by an amputee, if you’re an amputee I want you to know you’re not alone. Amp Life Talk Radio Empowering Amputees to Reach Their Full Potential thru Communication, Education, & Inspiration. This is a call-in show for listeners to call and talk about topics, share their story and much more. Cheers, Host Sean R. Harrison Amputee Peer Coach
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Episode 14 | How do I know if my prosthesis fits correctly?
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Get text alerts when Cosi drops a new episode or when she goes live on Wednesday nights! Text COSITALKS to 855-721-0837 *You can also text her back your questions!* Cosi Talks Website: www.cositalks.com Cosi Talks Live Show: www.facebook.com/cositalks www.youtube.com/cositalks Cosi Talks Instagram: @cositalks Cosi Talks Strong Body Fitness Program:…
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Support on patreon.com/hellgatecity! Uploaded for Patrons in 24-bit, 48k audio, along with all the bonus tales and original soundtrack tunes. The bonus tale for this chapter is “General Blonkers”. It's available in the Bonus Audio Tales collection on our Patreon here. Want to chop it up with the community? Join us on Discord ... https://bit.ly/hgc-…
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Susan Hutchinson is the author of a book called “Forever with Me,” a memoir about the lives and tragic deaths of not one but two of her daughters within a five-year time period. In our interview, Susan talks about her book, her grieving processes, and how she ultimately survived with the determination to keep living life to the fullest and the desi…
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Episode 13 | What to expect after your second amputation?
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Travel back with me to just last year on December 6, 2023 as I answer a viewer who had just had her second amputation on what she should expect and advocate for in her care! You can watch the video to this live show on my YouTube channel---link below! Don't forget to subscribe and please consider leaving a 5 star review! https://www.youtube.com/liv…
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THE LEVITATE FREEDOM TOUR Sebastian Jensen
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We are proud to present a heart-pounding special episode of The Levitate Sport Freedom Tour, straight from the vibrant streets of Chicago! Experience the pulse of the city as we bring you candid on-site interviews, capturing the raw energy and passion of athletes and enthusiasts alike. But that's not all! Dive deeper into the action with exclusive …
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Don't forget to subscribe to this podcast and leave a 5 star review! Get text alerts when Cosi drops a new episode or when she goes live on Wednesday nights! Text COSITALKS to 855-721-0837 *You can also text her back your questions!* Cosi Talks Website: www.cositalks.com Cosi Talks Live Show: www.facebook.com/cositalks www.youtube.com/cositalks Cos…
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An Inspired, Resilient Journey Through a Life with Crohn’s Disease
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Brad is the author of a book called “Lemon Belly: A Memoir of Resilience and Crohn’s Disease.” The book describes the inspired way in which he has tackled decades of serious health challenges due to Crohn’s Disease, including a year-long health crisis that nearly killed him. In our interview, Brad discusses his book, his life with a chronic illness…
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Episode 11 | How Do You Make a Prosthetic Socket?
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Listen in on this show I did on September 13, 2023 with Ronnie Dickson, CPO from Prosthetic & Orthotic Associates of Tennessee as he describes how a socket is made. Also hear his thoughts on sockets made in the clinic vs sending them out. You can watch the video to this show on my YouTube channel--link below! https://www.youtube.com/live/kWqvlXotVG…
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Episode 10 | What do you do when your leg hurts after walking with your prosthesis?
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If you are getting a second amputation---these are the questions you should be asking! Don't forget to subscribe to this podcast and leave a 5 star review! Get text alerts when Cosi drops a new episode or when she goes live on Wednesday nights! Text COSITALKS to 855-721-0837 *You can also text her back your questions!* Cosi Talks Website: www.cosit…
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Sustaining a Bold, Adventurous Spirit Despite Setbacks
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Heather Bond is the author of a book called “Athena Rising,” a memoir about the extraordinary experiences she’s had in her life and how they ultimately led her on a path of self-discovery and transformation. She is also the founder of a group called Trekking Ambassadors, a team of international adventurers who provide solar lights and eyeglasses to…
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Episode 9 | Cracking the Insurance Code with RevoFit
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Have you tried getting the RevoFit adjustable system only to have your insurance deny the claim? Good news! We have a solution and we are sharing it with you on this episode where we dive into the world of insurance code... For more information on Click Medical, go to www.clickmedical.com Don't forget to subscribe to this podcast and leave a 5 star…
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Recovering From Anorexia and Creating a Nourishing Life
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Shani Raviv is the author of a book called “Being Ana: A Memoir of Anorexia Nervosa.” She is also the creator of “Journey Writing Circles,” a group healing experience in which women and teen girls journal, share, and connect. In our interview, Shani discusses what it was like for her to live with anorexia for ten years of her life and how she was a…
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We are proud to present Paralympic Athlete, Ironman, and Paratriathlon American Champion Mohamed Lahna. Born in Casablanca Morrocco, Mohamed was born with a birth defect called Proximal Femoral Focal Deficiency that effectively left him without a right femur and fibula. Mohamed embodies the saying, “It’s never too late.” He was fit with his first r…
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Episode 8 | How does alignment work on an AK socket?
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How is an AK socket aligned properly? Is it normal for your phantom pain to flare up when you are sick and what does this mean? Listen in to hear the answers to these questions and more! Don't forget to subscribe to this podcast and leave a 5 star review! Get text alerts when Cosi drops a new episode or when she goes live on Wednesday nights! Text …
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Episode 7 | How to Choose a Prosthetic Foot
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How do you choose the perfect prosthetic foot for you? This episode dives into the top 10 things you need to do to make sure the foot you choose with your clinical team is the one that will help you reach your goals in life and mobility! Psst! It will really help if you listen to my first podcast episode, “Everything You Need To Know About Prosthet…
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Episode 6 | Ask the Physical Therapist!
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What do you do when your physical therapist tries to "dump" you? I field this question from more than one viewer on this episode and you will hear me sound off on this topic! Bonus: I share my favorite exercise for all of my amputee patients! Don't forget to sign up for my text alerts and stay up to date on the new things with Cosi Talks including …
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Episode 5 | What is the #1 skill you need to master walking with a prosthesis?
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Listen in to this live show I did on January 17, 2024 where I talk about the different parts of the gait cycle and THE most critical skill to focus on when you are learning or perfecting your gait pattern. You can watch the video of this live show on my YouTube channel---link below! https://www.youtube.com/live/-ykR4eRXUIU?si=lNX7x52Ngg84oQOQ Subsc…
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Episode 35: Talking to Joe Mwakiremba about upcycling flip-flops from beaches in Kenya
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In this episode, we listen to Joe Mwakiremba, a hardworking and passionate sales representative for Ocean Sole in Kenya, talk about how they are upcycling trashed flip-flop while simultaneously cleaning up the environment and creating stable jobs for many people. Check out these links to YouTube and watch these flip-flops being turned into amazing …
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CHANGING THE FACE OF DISABILITY Hugh Boyle
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We are proud to present Hugh Boyle. Hugh is a Right below amputee and the founding partner of The Consumers with Disabilities Research Foundation, North America’s first consumer research business, focused on generating data and insights from and for the vast and valuable consumers with disabilities population. They are committed to using research t…
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Episode 4 | How to walk with a prosthesis with severe arthritis, sweat management and more!
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Hi all! Here is the playback of my live show from February 7, 2024 where I discuss arthritis, my thoughts on using a harness for gait training, and why amputees sweat more? You can watch the video of this live show on my YouTube channel---link below! https://www.youtube.com/live/E5d4Mi0u3xs?si=aYLG-NflAK1UclIs Subscribe to my podcast and please con…
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Ronnie Dickson, CPO and AKA world class rock climber is in the hot seat taking questions from the audience. And he doesn't hold back dropping the truth bombs! He talks everything from proper alignment to how to handle a botched socket. Grab your cup o joe and listen up! Don't forget to sign up for my text alerts and stay up to date on the new thing…
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Episode 2 | Mental health after amputation, back pain and more!
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Take a listen to this live show I did on May 25, 2022! I talk about mental health after amputation, how to understand back pain, and exercise recommendations I have before your amputation and much more! Don't forget you can watch the video of this show on my YouTube channel---link here. Subscribe to my podcast and please consider leaving a 5 star r…
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We are proud to present Professional Musician, Executive, and Motivational Speaker Todd Waites. After losing his complete arm and shoulder to cancer at 14 years of age followed by nearly two years of rigorous treatments, plus another surprising diagnosis of Thyroid cancer in late 2014, Todd has made the best of the cards dealt to him. People who kn…
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Support on patreon.com/hellgatecity! Join us on Discord? ... https://bit.ly/hgc-discord Follow Kevin on Twitch to catch the full show listen-through with Director's Commentary https://www.twitch.tv/hotcomic/schedule Uploaded for Patrons in 24-bit, 48k audio in a special mix preserving the full dynamic range. The bonus tales for this chapter are “Ce…
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A CHAMPION'S JOURNEY Kevan "Flea" Hueftle
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We are proud to present U.S. Paralympic Athlete, Rancher, and Father Kevan Hueftle. In 2005 Kevan also known as “Flea” was involved in a hunting accident that led to an amputation of his left leg below the knee. Consequently, Flea struggled with alcoholism due to the tragic loss of his limb and the constant pain he suffered as an amputee. Through p…
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TAA 047: Meet Chris Rains, talking about sports as a key element in his rehabilitation, being a peer mentor, and a ROMP climbing team member
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TAA 047: Meet Chris Rains, talking about sports as a key element in his rehabilitation, being a peer mentor, and a ROMP climbing team member This month's guest is Chris Rains, who lost one of his legs during a horrible car crash. Chris and I talk about the role sports played in his recovery, the organisations that allowed him to try out various out…
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Episode 1 | Everything You Needed to Know About Prosthetic Feet
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Grab your cafe and listen up! With all the new technology on the market, it is overwhelming to try and make sense of it all the choices you have. In this episode, I am taking you into the world of prosthetic feet and teaching you how to classify the different feet and what their function is—trust me, I make it easy to understand! Click the link bel…
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We are proud to present adaptive athlete and trail runner Zachary Friedley. Zach is a congenital amputee born missing his right leg above the knee. Zach has spent his life in the pursuit of understanding how to reach the true meaning of movement. This ultramarathoner not only pushes himself physically but also spiritually. Zach continues to inspire…
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TAA 046: Five take-aways from the January Walking Challenge
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TAA 046: Five take-aways from the January Walking Challenge Learning from my January Walking Challenge. The idea was simple. I walked each and every day during the month of January. I started gently with one kilometre on January 1st. Two kilometre on January 2nd. Three on January 3rd and so on. You get the idea. I did this until the middle of the m…
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We are proud to present Chris Cavanaugh also known as THE MAD HIKER. Chris is a trauma survivor who lost his left leg in a terrible auto accident that led to multiple surgeries which saved his life. Chris has led a colorful life filled with tremendous challenges including drug addiction, and thoughts of suicide, and has risen above it all to inspir…
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Support on Patreon for the glory and the goodies here – https://bit.ly/hgc-patreon!Screaming Panda Presents Episode 20. “Debt (Side B)”, the tenth chapter of Hell Gate City Season 2. (Content warnings are at the end to avoid spoilers.)“Debt (Side B)” was written, performed, and produced by Kevin Berrey, the sinning composer of its original music …
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A jolly good end of 2023 to you, denizen! Join me for our celebration of the show’s third birthday with a full director’s commentary-laden listen through of the show with Q&A and hijinks on MY birthday! Follow me on Twitch, save the date, and set the reminder at the following link for Saturday, the 27th of January 2024 at 1pm EST. Click: https://ww…
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Support on patreon.com/hellgatecity Award-winning comedy sci-fi audio series about a ragtag bunch of denizens struggling to survive a cyberpunk hellhole NYCThe bonus tale for this chapter is “Randy” (Glitch in the Waitrix 19), available on our Patreon. Join our community on the discord (there's a free bonus tale hiding there): https://bit.ly/hgc-di…
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We are proud to present Alexis Mann. Alexis is a Horse Reining Competitor and Right Hand Amputee, Alexis’ limb difference results from amniotic band syndrome. Alexis recently competed in the 2023 National Reining Horse Association Derby. Alexis has been riding horses since 2 years old and competes for the Division 1 equestrian team at the Universit…
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TAA 045: Join me for the January Walking Challenge
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TAA 045: Join me for the January Walking Challenge Here is my end of the year call to action. Join me for the January Walking Challenge. The idea is simple. We walk each and every day during the month of January. We start gently with one kilometre on January 1st. Two kilometre on January 2nd. Three on January 3rd and so on. You get the idea. We do …
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Episode 34: Dr Mapula Razwinani talks about plant-based bandages with medicinal features
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Today I spoke to Dr Mapula about patents, polymers in wound healing treatment, medicinal plants and empowering women in science particularly in Africa. She is a warm, kind and self driven biomedical researcher and entrepreneur with comprehensive accomplishment in clinical research and tissue engineering. Please check her page on LinkedIn: https://w…
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Join us on patreon.com/hellgatecity! (Content warning at the bottom to avoid spoilers) Credits All content created and performed Kevin Berrey except intro theme song by the ever-talented Cheska Navarro. . . . . . Content warning: Dangerous effects of sleep deprivation and other types of financial debt that can impact one's health…
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SUPPORT on patreon.com/hellgatecity! Join the gang on Discord 🤝 https://bit.ly/hgc-discord Award-winning comedy sci-fi audio series about a ragtag bunch of denizens struggling to survive a cyberpunk hellhole NYC "Cowardice" (Episode 18) is the 8th episode of Hell Gate City Season 2. In it, you'll find the fourth and final part of Zellie's kidnappin…
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WILL POWER IS A MUSCLE Jenny Rolf Pollreis
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We are proud to present Jenny Rolf Pollreis. Jenny is a left leg below knee amputee who describes herself as a Fitness Fanatic. This fitness trainer continues to inspire the entire amputee community through her video blog and positive content on social media platforms. Jenny has participated in competitive national bodybuilding and brings a fascina…
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Kristin Joy Lavin on Love, Loss, and Signs from the Afterlife
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Kristin Joy Lavin is the author of “The Butterfly Promise,” a memoir about love, grief and the afterlife, particularly as they relate to her relationship with her beloved grandmother. She talks with Beth about her book, spirituality, messages and signs from the afterlife, and grieving the loss of the ones we love.…
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Support on patreon.com/hellgatecity or the show's kaput! "Courage" (Episode 17) is the 7th episode of Hell Gate City Season 2. Have some. In it, you'll find the third and penultimate part of Zellie's kidnapping operation gone wrong – Baby Nap. Also, Stone Stew, Story 4, makes a debut.The bonus tale for this chapter is “Aftermath” (Glitch in the Mat…
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We are proud to present Rose Booth. Rose is an author, podcaster, and above-the-knee amputee. In her very first book, Rose shares her unbelievable life story of facing death numerous times, doubting her faith, and rising from the depths of despair. Rose became an amputee in December of 2021 and continues to inspire through public speaking, advocacy…
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TAA 044: Staying safe outdoors in winter - despite an amputation
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TAA 044: Staying safe outdoors in winter - despite an amputation So, today is November 15th. And that means it's less than two weeks until the beginning of Advent on the one hand and the official start of winter on the other (at least meteorologically, if not yet in terms of the calendar). Winter is - in my eyes - a great time. I enjoy it every yea…
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Support Hell Gate City on Patreon or the show will end. Also, you'll get sweet bonus audio stories with every episode – plus something else you have to see to believe here: https://bit.ly/hgc-patreon Content warnings: This episode is rather different than our usual fare and has an extended segment discussing some personal matters about the author. …
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Latrea Russ on an Empowered Approach to Hardships and Disability Challenges
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Latrea Russ is an author, disability-empowerment coach, and speaker. Her most recent book is a memoir titled “It's Not What It Looks Like: I'm Not Doing That Anymore.” She talks with Beth about how she persevered through a difficult childhood and the challenges of living with a disability to live a purpose-driven, fulfilling life.…
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We are proud to present Mabio Costa. Mabio is a Motivational speaker, Triathlete, and two-time ITU Paratriathlon World Champion. This proud American citizen who was born in Goiânia, Brazil works as a practitioner at Prosthetic & Orthotic Associates (POA). Mabio continues to compete and thrive against able-bodied athletes while providing inspiration…
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Have you voted for Hell Gate City in the Audio Verse Awards? TL;DR: Take a minute and pick at least 1 new show on page one, then vote Hell Gate City in the Existing Production category here: https://bit.ly/av-2023-vote "Courage" (Episode 17) is slow-cooking in the oven. It'll be served up momentarily. In the meantime, here's a special prerelease tu…
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