Live to Walk Again

This week on the Live to Walk Again Podcast we had the opportunity to visit with Sam Schmidt who is a Former IndyCar Driver, Spinal Cord Injury Warrior, Founder of Driven Neuro Rehabilitation, and the author of the brand-new book "No Finish Line". We spoke to Sam about the practice run crash that left him paralyzed from the neck down, turning tragedy to triumph by not only founding Driven Neuro Rehabilitation but also becoming one of the most successful IndyCar team owners in recent history, and collaborating with Arrow Electronics on a new way to get behind the wheel. We also talked about his new book that was just released in May, using an exoskeleton to dance with his daughter at her wedding, and having his Son Spencer narrate the audiobook. Connect with Sam, Driven Neuro Rehabilitation, and purchase Sam's book at the links below!! Please listen, like, rate, review, and share the podcast!! We're just trying to find a cure for paralysis!!Sam Schmidt/Driven Neuro: https://samschmidt.com/ https://drivenneuro.org/ IG: @sam.schmidt_ @drivenneuro FB: @drivenneuro Book: https://www.amazon.com/No-Finish-Line-Journey-Perseverance/dp/B0GG7C6SDL

This week on the Live to Walk Again Podcast we had the chance to catch up with two members of the E sports gaming team The Quad Gods; Richard Jacobs and Prentice Cox. We talked to the guys about starting the team and the ramifications it had on their lives from rehabilitation to competition and everything in between. We talked about the HBO documentary about their team, their friend Chris Scott who was the originator of the Quad Gods, and the impact they are having on the SCI community by showing what's possible, even after suffering this catastrophic injury. Check out the movie and connect with Richard, Prentice, and the rest of the Quad Gods at the links below!! Please listen, like, rate, review, and share the podcast!! We're just trying to find a cure for paralysis!!Quad Gods:Richard Jacobs IG: @breadwinner1007 Prenrice Cox IG: @the_quadgods https://quadgods.com/ https://play.hbomax.com/movie/b39f4ad4-06b4-4fa8-9d5e-aa3af9c68439

This week on the Live to Walk Again Podcast we had the pleasure of speaking with Disability Advocate, Blogger (The Able Diary), and founder of Disability Matters; Sophie Hagy. We talked with Sophie about the shooting that resulted in the death of her friend Alex and her winding up with a spinal cord injury, the awful medical treatment she was provided early on in her injury, and being able to reenter rehab a couple of years post injury and how much more beneficial that was to her. We also discussed how she dealt with the mental strain this injury puts on you, the decision to start blogging and launch The Able Diary, and designing clothing and other goods for the company she founded; Disability Matters. Connect with Sophie at the links below!! Please listen, like, rate, review, and share the podcast!! We're just trying to find a cure for paralysis!!Sophie Hagy:IG: @sophiexhagy TikTok: @sophie_hagy The Able Diary: https://www.theablediary.com/ Disability Matters: https://www.etsy.com/shop/disabilitymatters/?etsrc=sdt&dd_referrer= Gofundme: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-for-sophie-hagy/donate?utm_campaign=unknown&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=linktr.ee

This week on the Live to Walk Again Podcast we had the opportunity to speak with Jeff Lefkowitz who is an author, inventor of the MAS neurological rehabilitation system, and the founder of Abilities Recovery Center (ARC). We spoke with Jeff about his early career as a chiropractor and working with professional athletes before a patient with a Spinal Cord Injury came into his practice and launched a new career in neurological rehabilitation. Jeff developed a breakthrough rehab device called the Mobility Activation System (MAS) that serves the purpose of multiple items in a standard rehab facility and cuts down on the time it takes to transfer to one of these other devices. Jeff is an amazing success with nearly every patient he's worked with having some sort of improvement after working with the MAS!! Connect with Jeff and ARC at the links below, as well as the MAS, which is truly a game changer in the world of neurological rehabilitation, and if you're in the Southern California area definitely connect with them in person!! Please listen, like, rate, review, and share the podcast!! We're just trying to find a cure for paralysis!!ARC/MAS: https://www.arc-la.com/ IG: @abilitiesrecoverycenter Unparalyzed: Learning to Move, Stand, and Walk Again. Volume 1 https://a.co/d/dPzlgOw

This week on the Live to Walk Again Podcast we had the pleasure of speaking with Nicole Snellbaker, better known as Nicki Whitechoc who is an Entrepreneur, Spinal Cord Injury Survivor, Disability Advocate, and Founder of Nicki Strong. We spoke with Nicki about the car accident that left her paralyzed in 2003, laughing at the doctors when they told her she would never walk again, and turning daily tasks into outpatient therapy. We also discussed the immense friend/family support she's had, what Nicki Strong is all about, and sharing her story through social media.Connects with Nicki at the links below!! Please listen, like, rate, review, and share the podcast!! We're just trying to find a cure for paralysis!!Nicki Whitechoc/Nicki Strong: IG: @nicki_whitechoc @nicki.strong https://gofund.me/015d423a

This week on the Live to Walk Again Podcast we had the pleasure of speaking with Carlton Brown who is a Spinal Cord Injury Survivor, Motivational Speaker, Husband, Father, and host of the Wheelchair Chronicles show on YouTube and Instagram. We talked about the unfortunate car accident that left him paralyzed, dealing with being a husband and father of four while dealing with this injury, and what inspired him to start Wheelchair Chronicles and how rewarding it's been for him. We also discussed dealing with mental health after an SCI, how faith played a role in his recovery, and the amazing support he received from his friends and family after the accident. Connect with Carlton at the links below!! Please listen, like, rate, review, and share the podcast!! We're just trying to find a cure for paralysis!! Carlton Brown/Wheelchair ChroniclesIG: @wheelchair_chronicles FB: @CarltonCnoteBrown YouTube: @wheelchairchronicles

This week on the Live to Walk Again Podcast we were lucky enough to visit with Disability Advocate, Racecar Driver, and Spinal Cord Injury Survivor; Torsten Gross. I spoke to Torsten about the diving accident in The Bahamas that left him paralyzed more than 30 years ago, how he became the world's first paralyzed rescue diver, and the unique story of how he became a racecar driver and the fire that lived under him to start the Just Hands Foundation to bring that experience to other people battling with mobility issues. We also talked about the new Amazon documentary series releasing on 7/31, Just Hands: For the Love of Racing. We also discussed the just hands foundation venturing into mountain bike riding, and the amazing bikes and wheelchairs that Bowhead Reach is making Connect with Torsten and the Just Hands Foundation at the links below!! Please listen, like, rate, review, and share the podcast!! We're just trying to find a cure for paralysis!!Torsten Gross/Just Hands Foundation:https://www.torstengross.com/ https://www.justhands.org/ IG: @torstenfgross @justhandsfoundation FB: @torstenfgross @justhandsfoundation YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@justhands

This week on the Live to Walk Again Podcast we had the opportunity to visit with friend of the podcast, Tyler Dunham. Tyler is a Wheelchair Bodybuilder, Disability Advocate, Stem Cell Recipient, and a Spinal Cord Injury Survivor. I spoke with Tyler about taking part in the 2025 NPC Wheelchair Nationals Bodybuilding competition, how he's been feeling a year or so after receiving stem cells, his continuing goal of checking out wheelchair accommodations that NFL and NBA arenas, and his future plans and bodybuilding and in life. Connect with Tyler at his Instagram link below!! Please listen, like, rate, review, and share the podcast!! We're just trying to find a cure for paralysis!!Tyler Dunham: IG: @tyler_duhman90