Live to Walk Again

Episode 233 Jeff Lefkovitz

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

 

 

Episode 232. Emily Powell

This week on the Live to Walk Again Podcast we are lucky enough to visit with Emily Powell who is a Disability Advocate, Licensed Professional Counselor, and a Spinal Cord Injury Survivor. We spoke with Emily about the tragic car accident two days after her 16th birthday that left her paralyzed, the grit and determination it took for her to earn a Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and the incredible support she received from her family, especially early on after her accident. We also talked about the devastating loss of her boyfriend Zach in a hit-and-run accident, the courage it takes to live on your own as a quadriplegic, and her amazing dog Azul. Connect with Emily at the social media links below!! Please listen, like, rate, review, and share the podcast!! We're just trying to find a cure for paralysis!!

Emily Powell:

IG: @emiii21

FB: https://www.facebook.com/emily.powell.7731

Tik-Tok: @Theoneandonlyemilypowell

Episode 231 Nicole Snellbaker (Nicki Whitechoc)

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

Episode 230 Derek Demun

This week on the Live to Walk Again Podcast we had the pleasure of speaking with Derek Demun who is an Adventurer, Disability Advocate, and Spinal Cord Injury Survivor. We spoke about the work accident that left Derek paralyzed at the T8 level, transitioning from snowboarding around the world to hunting/fishing all over the country, and how important his family support was and still is after his injury. We also talked about some of the crazier experiences he's had since finding his love for hunting and fishing, having his dad with him on a lot of his trips, and fighting workers compensation in the state of California for the last 11 years. Connect with Derek and his social media links below!! Please listen, like, rate, review, and share the podcast!! We're just trying to find a cure for paralysis!!

Derek Demun:
IG: @t8_outdoorsman

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@T8_OUTDOORSMAN

https://linktr.ee/t8_outdoorsman

 

Episode 229 Carlton Brown ( Wheelchair Chronicles )

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 Chronicles
IG: @wheelchair_chronicles

FB: @CarltonCnoteBrown

YouTube: @wheelchairchronicles

Episode 228 Trish Brookes

This week on the Live to Walk Again Podcast we had the pleasure of speaking with Trish Brookes who is a Spinal Cord Injury Survivor and Disability Advocate. We chatted about the sequence of events that led to her spinal cord injury, Trish's work fundraising for the Spinal Injuries Association, and the impact the SIA has on the spinal cord injury community in the UK. We also talked about some of the fundraising adventures she's had up to this point, including diving with sharks, rifle shooting competitions, reppelling down a 100 foot building, and this year's upcoming challenge of competing in a Marvel Superhero themed triathlon. Connect with Trish and the Spinal Injuries Association at the links below!! Please listen, like, rate, review, and share the podcast!! We're just trying to find a cure for paralysis!!

Trish Brookes:
IG: @trish.brookes.3
      @spinal_injuries

FB: @trish.brookes.3
      @spinalinjuriesassociation

https://www.justgiving.com/page/trish-brookes-7?utm_medium=FA&utm_source=IG

 

Episode 227 Torsten Gross

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

 

Episode 226 Michelle Keshk

This week on the Live to Walk Again Podcast we had the pleasure of speaking with Michelle Keshk who is a Spinal Cord Injury Survivor, Disability Advocate, Artist, and Ambassador Coordinator at the Triumph Foundation. We talked to Michelle about the freak accident that left her paralyzed, documenting her journey through this injury on social media, and how she doesn't let the injury get in the way of living her best life. We also chatted about how she connected with the Triumph Foundation, using her artwork as therapy, and the importance of the art she makes through her business Begin Within Creations. Connect with Michelle at her social media links below!! Please listen, like, rate, review, and share the podcast!! We're just trying to find a cure for paralysis!!


Michelle Keshk/Begin Within Creations:
IG:  @meesh.peace
      @beginwithincreations
      @beginwithinbodyart

www.etsy.com/shop/BeginWithinCreations

 

FB: @michellekeshk

TikTok: @meeshpeace

Episode 225 Tyler Dunham 3.0

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

Episode 224 Brandon Parkes

This week on the Live to Walk Again Podcast we had the pleasure of speaking with Brandon Parkes who is a Disability Advocate, Digital Creator, Spinal Cord Injury Survivor, and a Twitch Streamer. We talked to Brandon about the rare infection that caused damage to his spinal cord and left him paralyzed at the T5/6 level, his love of wheelchair basketball, and the content he's putting out from gaming to comedy to motivation for other people dealing with an SCI. Connect with Brandon at his social media links below!! Please listen, like, rate, review, and share the podcast!! We're just trying to find a cure for paralysis!!

 

Brandon Parkes:

IG: @professorparkes
Twitter: @professorparkes
Twitch: @professorparkes12
Tik-Tok: @professorparkes_
              @professorparkesclips