Best Shelly Jefferis Podcasts (2024)

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Unlocking Wellness: Peter Greenlaw on Nutritional Deficiencies, Peer-Reviewed Breakthroughs, and the Hidden Dangers of Modern Diets 43:10

19h ago43:10

43:10

Can your nutrition and detox regimen help you lose weight without even lifting a finger? Join us on Words of Wellness as we are honored to welcome Peter Greenlaw, an illustrious "researcher of the researchers" and author with over twenty years of experience in the field of nutrition and wellness. Peter's expertise has shed light on alarming trends …

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Transforming Life with Wellness Habits and Homesteading: Liza's Journey of Sustainable Living and Intentional Self-Care 27:40

8d ago27:40

27:40

Could a change of scenery transform your entire approach to wellness? Join us as we uncover the inspiring story of Liza Carden, an innovative entrepreneur and owner of an Aveda hair salon, who is boldly transitioning from Florida to North Carolina to start a homestead with her husband. With a mission to grow 80-90% of their own food, Liza shares he…

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Maintaining Wellness in Summer: Shelly's Tips for Balancing Fun and Health! 18:54

15d ago18:54

18:54

What if you could keep your wellness routine on track, even amidst the schedule changes and fluctuations that summer brings? Join Shelly as she reveals four essential strategies to ensure your health and wellness goals don’t take a backseat during the busiest time of the year. From seamlessly incorporating exercise into your vacation plans to makin…

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Recharging Your Life: Desiree Argentina's Insights on Overcoming Stress, Prioritizing Self-Care, and Thriving in Modern Wellness 26:18

24d ago26:18

26:18

Ready to recharge your life and prioritize your well-being? This episode of Words of Wellness is a must-listen as we provide you with actionable steps toward better self-care and overall mental health. Join us as we sit down with Desiree Argentina, a seasoned mental health therapist and holistic wellness coach, to discuss the mounting pressures we …

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Embracing the Moments: Shelly's Emotional Wellness Tips for Being Present for Milestones and Preparing for the Empty Nest Transition 12:29

1M ago12:29

12:29

Every parent experiences the mixed emotions that comes as our children's milestones swiftly approach, signaling new chapters for them and transforming our role in their lives. Join Shelly as she shares two strategies that have anchored her through some of the bittersweet seasons of motherhood. In today's Words of Wellness episode, we explore the de…

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Navigating the Challenges of Fertility: Becky Ackerman's Journey and Discovery of a Holistic Path to Parenthood 36:48

1M ago36:48

36:48

Embarking on the fertility journey can feel like navigating through a storm without a compass, but what if you had a guide who's weathered the tempest herself? Becky Ackerman, a seasoned fertility mindset coach, joins Shelly in this episode to shed light on how cultivating a resilient mental outlook is just as crucial as any medical intervention wh…

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Celebrating Motherhood: A Message and Tribute to All Moms! 6:55

1M ago6:55

6:55

As a health and wellness veteran of over three decades, Shelly's journey has been filled with the experience of many highs and some lows that come with pursuing a life of vitality and joy and part of that journey has included being blessed with the gift of motherhood. Tune in to "Words of Wellness" for a celebration of motherhood, as Shelly briefly…

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Journey of Resilience: Matthew Headden's Path from Combat to Coaching, Addiction Recovery, and Spiritual Wellness 35:26

1M ago35:26

35:26

Definitely one of THE most powerful and vulnerable episodes to date! Be prepared as the conversation goes deep into the emotional story, the transformation and the triumph of the human spirit as Matthew Headden shares his many struggles which ultimately and miraculously led to triumph and his story of hope, surrender and a moment that literally sav…

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Navigating Midlife and Illness with Faith and Functional Wellness: Jennifer Ragazzo's Transformative Journey 51:39

2M ago51:39

51:39

As a young woman, Jennifer Ragazzo experienced various chronic autoimmune diseases, which led her to a deeper understanding of the intricate blend of faith, wellness, and personal transformation. As a functional wellness coach, Jennifer shares her expertise with Christian women facing the whirlwind of midlife. As we peel back the layers of Jennifer…

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Empowering Self-Care: Melissa Rohlfs' Approach to Body Positivity and Freedom from Food Struggles for Moms and Teens 20:41

2M ago20:41

20:41

Embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, as we shatter the myth that self-care is a selfish act. In this episode, Shelly alongside Melissa, a certified holistic health and life coach, share how essential it is to be filling our own cups first in order to better serve others and how important it is to instill this concept in our young …

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Cultivating Fertility Naturally: Ashley Holme's Holistic Journey to Motherhood and Empowering Women's Wellness 23:49

2M ago23:49

23:49

Embark on an intimate journey with Shelly, as she sits down with the phenomenal Ashley, a beacon of hope for countless women aspiring to embrace motherhood through natural means. In a world where the path to conception can feel like a battle against one's own body, Ashley's story stands as a testament to the strength and success that holistic pract…

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Embracing Self-Compassion: Noelle Kustas on Transforming Wellness and Following Your Dreams 32:24

2M ago32:24

32:24

Sometimes our most challenging moments and decisions are what lead us to our innermost passions and dreams! That was exactly the case for Noelle Kustas, a former teacher who is now a certified transformational and empowerment coach. Noelle retired from her 24 year teaching career when her health began to rapidly decline. She shares how self-compass…

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Part 2: Shelly's Personal Health Transformation and the Science of Cellular Nourishment 10:40

3M ago10:40

10:40

In this episode , Shelly shares part two of her transformative health journey as she describes the benefits she experienced from incorporating cellular cleansing and intermittent fasting into her health routine. She continues to peel back the layers of her personal battle with vertigo and how nutritionally supported intermittent fasting, played a p…

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Shelly's Journey Through Meniere's Disease and the Healing Power of Nutritional Empowerment 27:36

3M ago27:36

27:36

To supplement or not to supplement, that is the question. As your mentor along this wellness journey, Shelly shares her personal health challenge with a Meniere's disease diagnosis and the severe bouts of vertigo that accompanied her diagnosis. After years of treatments that included allergy shots to medications to a mild surgery, it wasn't until S…

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Episode 54: NYC Real Estate Broker, Author & SCI Peer Mentor - Jeffery Lorenzo Williams 32:27

3M ago32:27

32:27

Meet Jeffrey Lorenzo Williams, a New York City real estate broker from Harlem who's been injured since he was a teenager in the early 1980s from an accidental shooting. His injury however was simply a catalyst for an amazing life that he shared with us in this uplifting episode. After getting a degree in Criminal Justice, he went on to become a rea…

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Unveiling the Mind-Body Connection: Genevieve Dowling on Biohacking, Emotional Healing, and the Art of Holistic Detox 49:47

3M ago49:47

49:47

Ever wondered how deep the mind-body connection truly goes? In this power-packed episode, Genevieve Dowling, a trailblazer in the realm of wellness and biohacking, dives deep into the connection between our subconscious mind and its impact on everything from our health to our financial success. With Genevieve's guidance, she sheds light on the tran…

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Transforming Health: Dafne Wiswell's Journey of Nutritional Healing and Empowering Women Against Autoimmune Challenges 35:46

3M ago35:46

35:46

Daphne Wiswell, an integrative nutrition coach and inner healing minister, works with women whose lives have been impacted by a diagnosis & helps empower them to reclaim their health. Her journey into health and wellness began when her youngest son was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, which led to life-changing discoveries about the food we eat and …

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Unlocking Marketing Tactics: Sharing the True Meaning Behind "Greenwashing" and "Safe" Claims When it Comes To A Healthier You 12:12

3M ago12:12

12:12

Unlock the truth behind some misleading terms when it comes to the products we are using and consuming on a daily basis. With over three decades in the wellness industry, and over a decade learning about and researching clean, low-toxic products, Shelly, shares with you the lowdown on "greenwashing" and what "generally recognized as safe" truly imp…

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Navigating Grief and Growth with Kelsi Jager: A Resilient Journey Through Love, Loss and the Power of Healing 31:42

3M ago31:42

31:42

When we face the unimaginable, where do we find the strength to carry on? Kelci Jager, a Certified Life Coach, Grief Coach, and Registered Nurse, found herself navigating the challenging terrain of grief when she lost her 40-year-old husband to leukemia. Left to pick up the pieces of her shattered life as a solo parent to their four sons, Kelci fac…

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Empowering Women's Health: Navigating Our Hormones Through A Holistic Approach WIth Hormone Nutritionist Monika Eva 38:29

4M ago38:29

38:29

For any female, any age, this episode is for YOU! Monica Eva, a hormone nutritionist, shares her personal struggles with migraines and weight gain, that began at a very young age and went misdiagnosed for years. It wasn't until an instructor in college was sharing the symptoms of hormonal imbalance that Monika had a light bulb moment and was able t…

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Unlocking the Power of Protein Pacing with Dr. Paul Arciero: Strategies for Lifelong Health and Vitality 33:02

4M ago33:02

33:02

Unlock the secrets to a vibrant and active life with Dr. Paul Arciero as we explore the transformative power of protein pacing for your health and longevity. With over 30 years dedicated to scientific research and over 70 published peer-reviewed articles, Dr. Arciero continues to be the leading nutrition and fitness expert. He has authored two amaz…

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Is This Sabotaging Your Weight Loss Efforts? Unveiling Obesogens: A Guide to Outsmarting Hidden Toxins and Transforming Your Health 23:19

4M ago23:19

23:19

Discover the hidden forces behind the obesity epidemic that's reshaping our health landscape. It is an epidemic that continues to worsen among adults and children and one of the main culprits is obesogens, chemicals that become stored in fat cells and could be sabotaging your weight loss efforts without you even knowing it. As obesity rates soar, w…

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A Path to Financial Well-Being: Dr. Camille Upchurch Shares Tips for Overcoming Debt and Achieving Empowerment Through Financial Literacy 46:16

4M ago46:16

46:16

Could financial freedom truly transform your life? Prepare to be inspired as life coach Dr. Camille Upchurch joins us and shares her journey from staggering student debt to financial empowerment. Camille's personal financial journey began more than 25 years ago when she completed medical school and found herself in hundreds of thousands of dollars …

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Embracing Wellness: A Summary of Transformative Life Tips for Stress Management From 4 of the Top Leading Coaches and Speakers of the World! 16:58

4M ago16:58

16:58

Did you know that your current energetic state can be the result of what happened during the previous 72 hours? This is just one of the insights that Shelly shares from attending the most recent transformative Growth Day LA event put on by the world's top performance coach, Brendon Burchard. Alongside Brendon, three additional highly esteemed coach…

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Cultivating a Life of Energy and Alignment with Felicia Romero 42:34

5M ago42:34

42:34

True transformation happens when you are open to all of the possibilities! When you let go of the outcome, let yourself surrender and EXPAND! This is precisely what this amazing woman has done! It is exactly what has brought Felicia Romero to her amazing success as a business & fitness online coach and podcast host. After following her initial drea…

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Shelly's Heartfelt Journey: From Loss to Love, the Power of Patience and Divine Timing 13:34

5M ago13:34

13:34

As Shelly reflects on the recent celebration of her youngest son Brayden's birthday, she shares the personal journey leading up to his birth. It’s a story about loss, longing, that eventually led to her family of 4 becoming a family of 5. Join her as she opens up about experiencing several pregnancy losses as the desire to expand her family continu…

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Anthea Stevanovic's Triumph: Navigating Chronic Illness, Diagnosis Challenges, and the Inspiring Journey to Hope and Resilience 54:16

5M ago54:16

54:16

Imagine dealing with chronic illness starting in childhood and having it progress through the years into adulthood without any clear diagnosis. That is exactly what happened to Anthea! It was Anthea's resilience and determination that led her to connecting the dots and finding answers as a young woman. As she shares openly for one of the first time…

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Toxin Insights: Shelly Briefly Explores Europe's Chemical-Free Cuisine vs. US Artificial Sweeteners Trends! 14:51

5M ago14:51

14:51

Today Shelly continues the conversation around toxins with a brief episode on artificial sweeteners, and the differences between Europe and the United States when it comes to the use of them. Shelly shares a story about a friend who recently returned from a vacation in Europe and experienced the vast differences in the quality of their food, their …

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Toxin Awareness: Shelly's Journey to a Healthier Life | An Introductory Episode to Uncovering Daily Exposures and Strategies for Clean Living 14:36

5M ago14:36

14:36

We are exposed every single day from so many sources and it is a big reason why the incidence of disease continues to be on the rise! On today's episode Shelly shares her journey of research and discovery when it comes to daily toxic exposure that is affecting each and every one of us. She became more diligent about ingredient labels over 25 years …

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Unlocking Inner Peace and Wellness: The Inspiring Journey with Jamie Greenfield | Embracing Dreams, Real Talk, and Fearless Conversations 31:17

5M ago31:17

31:17

Today we are having an energized, light-hearted, positive conversation with the beautiful Jamie Greenfield. Through coaching others to achieve their dreams, she realized she had been putting hers on the sidelines, and made the decision to start chasing and building her dreams. Recently she started her own podcast which she is realizing is such a gi…

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Episode 53: Paul LaCorte - Single Dad & Lead Singer of Honkydonky & Heartbreaker 37:49

6M ago37:49

37:49

Paralyzed for nearly 20 years, Paul LaCorte, a 38 year old paraplegic originally from California now living in Montana, shares his journey since his injury at 18 years old. From pivoting employment goals from auto mechanics to mass communications to teaching himself how to play the guitar post-injury as a form of therapy, Paul is living his life on…

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Jody Younker's Journey: Hope, Healing, and Inspiring Resilience Through Cancer 31:58

6M ago31:58

31:58

We have all been touched by cancer in some way, shape or form. Whether it be a family member or friend or someone close to us, we have all been affected. This episode will move you and inspire you as Jody Younker shares her message of hope in a very vulnerable, emotional, and inspirational way as she speaks about her journey through a very unexpect…

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Mastering Holiday Stress: 5 Tips to Manage and Protect Your Well-Being 19:39

6M ago19:39

19:39

Are you a person that experiences a higher level of stress during the holidays? Sounds like a trick question doesn't it or at least a very silly one, right? Most every single person has a heightened level of stress during the holidays for so many various reasons, however it is how we handle those stressors that are most critical to our overall heal…

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Unlocking Health and Balance: Insights from Amy K. Wilson, a Board Certified Geriatric Pharmacist and Fitness Coach 42:10

6M ago42:10

42:10

Today we are talking with Amy Wilson, a Board Certified Geriatric Pharmacist, a certified fitness & nutrition coach who's mission is to empower and equip her clients to take charge of their health and find balance in their lives. Amy has a passion for helping people prevent and reverse disease through nutrition and fitness. After many years working…

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Remembering Loved Ones: The Significance of November 28th, A Personal Journey of Remembrance and Honor 10:37

6M ago10:37

10:37

In this emotional, real and raw brief episode, I share how I honor the loved ones who are no longer living. November 28th signifies the day that my amazing Dad took his final breath. As he was surrounded by loved ones, I often think about that moment with feelings of heartbreak, but at the same time, feeling blessed for being able to be by his side…

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Unveiling Purpose: The Empowering Journey of Andrea Crisp 35:19

6M ago35:19

35:19

Educator, Musician, Pastor turned Empowerment Coach. Meet Andrea Crisp! As Andrea shares her professional journey, the one that is most impactful at the moment in her life is her own personal wellness journey. As she has pursued her coaching business and is one of the most genuine, kind people I have encountered, she has silently struggled with her…

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Introduction to Shelly Jefferis and Words of Wellness 14:43

6M ago14:43

14:43

It was love-at-first-sight as they say or maybe it was love-at-first-run??? It was her junior high PE class where her love for fitness first started and the rest, they say, is history..... Join Shelly in her first episode has she brings you into a brief behind-the scenes look into her background as a health and wellness professional, when it all st…

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Words of Wellness Trailer 4:01

6M ago4:01

4:01

Welcome to Words of Wellness! Do you often feel confused or overwhelmed by all of the information that is available to us regarding how to improve our overall health and wellness? Do you often feel stuck, unmotivated or struggle to reach your wellness goals? If any of this sounds familiar then you are in the right place! Hi, I am your host Shelly J…

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Episode 52: ShelbyLynn Quintana's Transverse Myelitis Journey 28:04

8M ago28:04

28:04

In episode #52, we spoke with the newly paralyzed ShelbyLynn Quintana, injured from transverse myelitis last year. She shares her experience of being undiagnosed for months until a cause of paralysis was found thanks to sharing her story on Tiktok. Also a published poet, ShelbyLynn sheds light on a cause of paralysis that not enough people are awar…

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Episode 51: Paralyzed Metal Artist & Rally Racer Chris Hrabik to Start Adaptive Driving School 36:09

10M ago36:09

36:09

In episode 51, we spoke with Chris Hrabik, based in a small town in Missouri, who was paralyzed nearly 20 years ago in a car accident at the age of 18. An incomplete quadriplegic, he went on to become a talented metal artist and fabricator as well as a rally racer after his injury. And he has a new project - starting his very own adaptive driving s…

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Episode 50: The Healing Power of Gratitude with Author Shelly Kerschner 38:18

12M ago38:18

38:18

In this episode, we're joined by Shelly Kerschner, a longtime paraplegic who penned the book, "Standing Tall & the Healing Power of Gratitude," after her injury. She shares the importance of gratitude in her life, as well as her other passions, adaptive kayaking and adaptive yoga, and shares her plan to become an adaptive yoga teacher. — Follow She…

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Episode 49: Slingshot Golf for Quadriplegics Makes Debut at Adaptive Open 24:38

1y ago24:38

24:38

In episode 49, we speak with founder of SPINALpedia and creator of Slingshot Golf, Josh Basile, a C4-5 quadriplegic who grew up loving the game of golf. Since standard adaptive golf wasn't a possibility for Josh due to arm mobility limitations, he created Slingshot Golf as a way for anyone to be able to golf no matter their mobility level. In May 2…

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Episode 48: Katie Rodriguez Banister & Rejoining the Theater World 30 Years After Her Spinal Cord Injury 30:23

1y ago30:23

30:23

A former high school theater kid and aerobics instructor paralyzed in 1990, Katie Rodriguez Banister has been living life as a C5-6 quadriplegic for over 33 years. Post-injury, she found a passion for speaking and writing about SCI issues like managing/finding caregivers, and during Covid she decided to turn her autobiography into a play with the h…

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Life After Paralysis Episode 47: Gabe Trujillo: Becoming a NBC 12 News Digital Executive Producer 32:29

1+ y ago32:29

32:29

In episode 47, we share a conversation with Gabe Trujillo, a longtime digital producer at 12 News, NBC-affiliate in Phoenix. Gabe became paralyzed at the age of 14 by a rare form of polio, induced by an extreme asthma attack. After finally getting a diagnosis years after his injury, Gabe settled into his new life as a quadriplegic (with arm movemen…

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Life After Paralysis Episode 46: Amy Wang-Hiller, Violinist on Wheels 32:15

1+ y ago32:15

32:15

In episode 46, we chatted with musical phenom Amy Wang-Hiller, the only professional violinist in the US who uses a wheelchair full-time. She is new to using a wheelchair due to Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, a condition that affects the collagen in the body and can cause spinal cord injuries. Originally from Shanghai, China, Wang-Hiller moved to the US t…

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Life After Paralysis Episode 45: Casey Moore of the Oregon Spinal Cord Injury Connection 32:51

1+ y ago32:51

32:51

A quadriplegic, husband, father and community health worker, Casey Moore from Medford, Oregon shares his story. Paralyzed in 2000 in a diving accident, he was unsure of what life held for him, but he did his best to focus on the positive and pushed ahead, going on to marry the love of his life, having a son without the need of IVF and then finding …

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Life After Paralysis Disability Employment Series 2022 - Candis Welch, DEI Practioner, Disability Advocate & Speaker 28:07

1+ y ago28:07

28:07

In our second disability employment success story for National Disability Employment Awareness Month 2022, meet Candis Welch. A lifelong resident of Los Angeles, California with Spinal Muscular Atrophy, she began her career as an Executive Assistant with Issa Rae Productions after graduating with a degree in Journalism. She then pivoted to the publ…

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Life After Paralysis Disability Employment Series 2022 - Brandon Winfield 22:53

1+ y ago22:53

22:53

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month and this year we will be highlighting a variety of disability employment success stories. Brandon Winfield, founder of the accessibility review app iAccessLife, is first up in our series. Paralyzed at the age of 14 in a motocross accident, he went on to become a self taught QA analyst and an…

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Life After Paralysis Episode 44: Wheelchair Zumba Instructor Tennille Houston 32:59

2y ago32:59

32:59

Is Zumba a good workout for wheelchair-users? In this episode, we speak with wheelchair Zumba instructor Tennille Houston from Idaho who fills us in on why Zumba is a great workout for those who can't walk. Also married with two teenagers, she became a wheelchair-user over 14 years ago due to pregnancy complications and went on to become a Zumba ce…

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Episode 43: Self-Improvement Hour with Tim Taylor 32:11

2y ago32:11

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Tim Taylor, a C5 quadriplegic from Pennsylvania, has experienced a lot since his injury nearly 20 years ago, and he has a lot to share in this episode. We talk with him about his car accident that resulted in the death of two individuals, how he made it through the depression that followed afterwards and how he ultimately found his calling since he…

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