Podcasts about paralympics

John Kemp may be the perfect person to be at the helm at the Lakeshore Foundation. As you’ll hear in this episode, his passion for the adaptive sports community isn’t just professional. It’s personal. Born without arms and legs, Kemp had to adjust at an early age to his surroundings, and managed to play baseball even if his career may not have been worthy of the Hall of Fame as he’ll discuss. He has, however, gone on to a Hall of Fame career when it comes to advocacy for the disability movement. His previous leadership roles include serving as the national executive director of United Cerebral Palsy Associations, president and CEO of VSA Arts and VSA Arts International, and as general counsel and vice president of development for the National Easter Seal Society, among others. In 1995, he co-founded the American Association of People with Disabilities. He recently served as president and CEO of the Viscardi Center and Henry Viscardi School in New York. But in 2021, he was named president at CEO of the Lakeshore Foundation. The foundation has taken on different forms over the years but traces its origins all the way to 1925 as the Jefferson Tuberculosis Sanitorium. Since then, its focus has turned to a much wider spectrum, and in 1984 began as something close to its current form as the Lakeshore Foundation, with Jeff Underwood taking the helm as the first president and CEO. As the relatively new leader, Kemp oversees a program that is now an official U.S. Paralympic Training site, and serves over 4,000 people annually through its various programs. Last year, it opened its Sports Science & Performance Center, a first-of-its-kind program that will help fuel the pipeline for Team USA and other elite athletes through a performance lab, strength and conditioning center and nutrition lab among other things. In this conversation, we’re going to discuss Lakeshore’s amazing history, the rise of the Paralympic movement, the opportunities ahead with the 2028 Paralympic Games in Los Angeles and perhaps most importantly, what host cities and venues need to know about serving the community of adaptive sports athletes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's hard to find the words to sum up just how successful an athlete Katie-George Dunlevy is. The numbers, in many ways, tell one part of the cyclist's journey – four Paralympic gold medals for Ireland across three separate Games (having gone to four in total!) with a clutch more Paralympic silver medals, multiple world championships and so much more besides to go with it. It's no exaggeration to say that Katie-George is one of Ireland's greatest-ever athletes – and it's not just on the bike that she's determined to represent either. Just a few weeks ago, Katie-George was announced as the first-ever LGBTQ+ champion for the town of Crawley in the UK – something she says she was ‘honoured' to accept! – and it's amazing to have her on the podcast today. This is a cracking conversation where we chat about all sorts of different elements of her sporting career and personal journey – from becoming comfortable with her own sexuality to achieving her sporting dreams, to winning back-to-back-to-back golds on the grandest stage in sport. We love this chat, and we think you will as well! WANT TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR GUEST? @katiegdunlevy WANT TO GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST? @jack_murley jack@jackmurley.com #KatieGeorgeDunlevy #Paralympics #LGBTQInSport #QueerAthlete #PrideInSport #Paralympian #IrelandSport #RepresentationMatters #WomenInSport #InclusiveSport #LGBTQChampion #CrawleyPride #AuthenticAthlete #DisabilitySport #Cycling

Der Neurologe Ludwig Guttmann führte in seiner Klinik Stoke-Mandeville einen Sportwettbewerb für Menschen mit Behinderungen durch. Das war der Ursprung der Paralympics.

In this episode of Hi, Energy! We learn about local clean energy projects and how they support a larger and greener statewide vision for California. He is joined by Heather Repenning, Vice President, Account Manager and Resilience Lead at Jacobs, and the former Executive Officer for Sustainability at LA Metro where she led efforts to support clean transportation and reduce emissions within LA Metro's capital expansion program. Heather and Esteban talk about the way design choices made by local governments impact the choices we make as we travel through southern California. They also discuss the opportunities for sustainable development leading up to the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic games, and some of Heather's favorite LA and climate books.  Additional References from the podcast: Books The Day of the Locust by Nathanael West The Disaster Tourist by Yun Ko-Eun  Ecology of Fear: Los Angeles and the Imagination of Disaster by Mike Davis City of Quartz: Excavating the Future in Los Angeles by Mike Davis  Articles Here is the syllabus to the climate policy course Heather teaches at USC  Podcasts  People mentioned Walter Moseley James Elroy Cyclavia LA 2025 LA Compost New episodes of Hi, Energy are coming out every month. So check out our Instagram and subscribe to the show on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts or visit https://socalren.org/about/podcasts for full episodes and highlight reels coming soon. Follow us at: https://socalren.org/ Instagram Facebook Twitter LinkedIn

Dame Sarah Storey tells Jonathan Agnew about her love of cricket and how she's continued to dominate Paralympic sport over the last three decades.

Episode 207 of Sport Unlocked, the podcast dissecting the week's sports news issues. On the agenda on July 26, 2025 with Rob Harris, Martyn Ziegler and Tariq Panja.Footballers facing racist abuse - will social media firms be fined?; Taking the knee at Women's Euros; Finances of the Premier League transfer window; Qatar v India for 2036 Olympics and Paralympics.Follow the pod⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WhatsApp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel for updates ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vakg4QSH5JLqsZl7R62Z⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sportunlockedpod@gmail.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/sportunlocked.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@SportUnlocked⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://instagram.com/SportUnlocked ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/sportunlocked⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Music––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––No Love by MusicbyAden / musicbyadenCreative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/_no-loveMusic promoted by Audio Library • No Love – MusicbyAden (No Copyright M...––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Three-time Paralympic gold medallist, Cameron Leslie is preparing for the pool. The World Para Swimming Championships are taking place from 21-27th of September in Singapore. It'll be the eighth World Championships he's competed in, the athlete having won a staggering 14 medals in the competitions. He caught up with Piney for a chat about what he's been up to and his preparations for September, as well as for the LA Olympics. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The USOPC quietly updated its athlete safety policy to block transgender competitors from women's sports, citing Executive Order 14201. Supporters say it protects fairness; critics call it discrimination. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/u-s-olympic-and-paralympic-committee-bans-transgender-athletes-from-womens-sports/ #USOPC #TransgenderPolicy #WomensSports #TitleIX #Olympics #NCAA #PublicDebate

ICYMI: Hour Two of ‘Later, with Mo'Kelly' Presents – An in-depth, philosophical look at what the “Later” program is all about…PLUS - Thoughts on the US Olympic/ Paralympic Games barring transgender women from competing in Olympic women's sports - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKelly

Today we are talking with 2x Paralympian Noelle Lambert who competes in the 100m and long jump. We get into the details of running blades (and how much they cost), how she improved her 100m between the Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 Paralympics, and how she's training for LA 2028. Noelle is also the founder of the Born to Run Foundation, which raises money to provide sports prosthetic legs for amputees. Born to Run is having its next bi-annual golf fundraiser on September 22. Go to theborntorunfoundation.org or its Facebook page to learn more. Follow Noelle on TikTok and Instagram: @noellelambert Also on this episode: London 2012 and Paris 2024 doping news Milano-Cortina 2026 releases its medals Drama for French Alps 2030 Olympic and Paralympic venues News from Team Keep the Flame Alive (TKFLASTAN) For a transcript of this episode, visit flamealivepod.com Thanks so much for listening, and until next time, keep the flame alive! *** Keep the Flame Alive: The Olympics and Paralympics Fan Podcast with hosts Jill Jaracz & Alison Brown. New episodes released every week and daily during the Olympics and Paralympics.   Support the show: http://flamealivepod.com/support Bookshop.org store: https://bookshop.org/shop/flamealivepod Become a patron and get bonus content: http://www.patreon.com/flamealivepod Buy merch here: https://flamealivepod.dashery.com Hang out with us online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flamealivepod Insta: http://www.instagram.com/flamealivepod Facebook Group: hhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/flamealivepod Newsletter: Sign up at https://flamealivepod.substack.com/subscribe VM/Text: (208) FLAME-IT / (208) 352-6348      

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Noemie Fox grew up in a family of canoeing and kayaking champions, but she didn't believe she could become one herself. She struggled to master the skills that seemed to come naturally to her relatives, and felt like she didn't have what it took to reach the top. Then, in her mid-20s, things began to change. With the addition of the chaotic, high-intensity discipline of kayak cross to the Olympic programme in Paris, Noemie seized her opportunity to finally step into the spotlight. But when the draw for her first race at the Games was made, she discovered she'd be lining up against the most decorated canoe slalom racer in Olympic history: her own sister, Jess.Eliza Skinner and Ed Harry hear from Noemie about what it's like to grow up surrounded by sporting success, what drove her on to overcome her doubts, and why the support of her family has been crucial to her success. She also shares her thoughts about what comes next - and why a gesture from a Sydney zoo might be an even bigger honour than making Olympic history.On the Podium is the podcast that sits down with Olympic and Paralympic medallists to discover the real stories behind their success. Pole vault pioneer Stacy Dragila talks about her battle to get her sport on the Olympic programme, and triathlete Jess Learmonth reveals what led her back to sport after walking away as a teenager. Basketball champion Breanna Stewart and shot-putter Raven Saunders explain why they use the platform sport gives them to act as advocates. Swimmer Anastasia Pagonis and rower Brigit Skarstein share how sport helped them rebuild their futures after life-changing events, while Markus Rogan and Maarten van der Weijden talk about the lives they have found after leaving competition behind. Multi-sport stars like Oksana Masters and Jana Pittman reveal what it's like to compete at both the summer and winter Games. There's stories of memorable victories, like the moment high jump champion Gianmarco Tamberi chose to share his gold medal, and Shaunae Miller-Uibo putting everything on the line to reach the top step of the podium. Plus, the triumphs nobody predicted, including Molly Seidel's shock marathon bronze, and the day Anna Kiesenhofer rode away from cycling's biggest names to claim gold in Tokyo.

Puerto Rican tennis player Monica Puig wasn't ranked among the favourites for the women's singles at the 2016 Rio Olympics. Though she was in the best form of her life, she hadn't been seeded in the draw, which contained multiple Grand Slam champions and finalists, including both Venus and Serena Williams. Nobody knew that she was about to have the best week of her career - including Monica herself. When she beat reigning French Open champion Garbiñe Muguruza, she began to think she had a shot at a medal; when she beat two-time Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova, the chance of winning her country's first ever Olympic gold medal was within sight. As she faced reigning Australian Open champion Angelique Kerber in the final, Puerto Rico held its breath.Eliza Skinner and Ed Harry hear the story of how Monica became a national hero, and what it meant for her to be the first Puerto Rican to ever reach the top step of the Olympic podium. She explains why, eight years later, she feels she still hasn't fully processed the significance of that week, and just what her achievements have meant for her island. She also gives Eliza and Ed an insight into how tough it is to maintain a career on the professional tennis tour, and why a new sporting adventure has helped her deal with retiring from the court.On the Podium is the podcast that sits down with Olympic and Paralympic medallists to discover the real stories behind their success. Pole vault pioneer Stacy Dragila talks about her battle to get her sport on the Olympic programme, and triathlete Jess Learmonth reveals what led her back to sport after walking away as a teenager. Basketball champion Breanna Stewart and shot-putter Raven Saunders explain why they use the platform sport gives them to act as advocates. Swimmer Anastasia Pagonis and rower Brigit Skarstein share how sport helped them rebuild their futures after life-changing events, while Markus Rogan and Maarten van der Weijden talk about the lives they have found after leaving competition behind. Multi-sport stars like Oksana Masters and Jana Pittman reveal what it's like to compete at both the summer and winter Games. There's stories of memorable victories, like the moment high jump champion Gianmarco Tamberi chose to share his gold medal, and Shaunae Miller-Uibo putting everything on the line to reach the top step of the podium. Plus, the triumphs nobody predicted, including Molly Seidel's shock marathon bronze, and the day Anna Kiesenhofer rode away from cycling's biggest names to claim gold in Tokyo.

Derek Loccident was a college American football player when, in 2018, an accident changed the course of his life. But despite becoming a below-the-knee amputee, he refused to give up on returning to the football field, and ended up exceeding everyone's expectations. Then another opportunity arose that set him on a path he'd never expected - competing at the 2024 Paris Paralympics.Eliza Skinner and Ed Harry hear Derek's story, from why he draws inspiration from his Haitian mother to how he rebuilt his mentality as he faced new challenges. He also explains what it's like to compete in the unusual pairing of high jump and long jump, and why the brilliance of his biggest rival, German long-jumper Markus Rehm, is inspiring him to see just how far he can go.On the Podium is the podcast that sits down with Olympic and Paralympic medallists to discover the real stories behind their success. Pole vault pioneer Stacy Dragila talks about her battle to get her sport on the Olympic programme, and triathlete Jess Learmonth reveals what led her back to sport after walking away as a teenager. Basketball champion Breanna Stewart and shot-putter Raven Saunders explain why they use the platform sport gives them to act as advocates. Swimmer Anastasia Pagonis and rower Brigit Skarstein share how sport helped them rebuild their futures after life-changing events, while Markus Rogan and Maarten van der Weijden talk about the lives they have found after leaving competition behind. Multi-sport stars like Oksana Masters and Jana Pittman reveal what it's like to compete at both the summer and winter Games. There's stories of memorable victories, like the moment high jump champion Gianmarco Tamberi chose to share his gold medal, and Shaunae Miller-Uibo putting everything on the line to reach the top step of the podium. Plus, the triumphs nobody predicted, including Molly Seidel's shock marathon bronze, and the day Anna Kiesenhofer rode away from cycling's biggest names to claim gold in Tokyo.

Marit Bouwmeester is the most decorated female sailor in Olympic history, winning medals at four consecutive Games, including two golds. She credits her success to the mental strength she amassed over the course of two decades, committing herself to constant improvement, and succeeding where people she regarded as more talented failed.But has becoming a mother changed the way she sees sport and the world? Eliza Skinner and Ed Harry talk to Marit about how she worked to build a champion's mentality, including deliberately using worse equipment in her training to force her to improve her skills, and how difficult it can be to pursue perfection in a sport where so many factors can be out of your control. She also reveals why she doesn't keep her medals at home, and shares her thoughts on the future of sailing - and how her sport has brought her face-to-face with the climate crisis.On the Podium is the podcast that sits down with Olympic and Paralympic medallists to discover the real stories behind their success. Pole vault pioneer Stacy Dragila talks about her battle to get her sport on the Olympic programme, and triathlete Jess Learmonth reveals what led her back to sport after walking away as a teenager. Basketball champion Breanna Stewart and shot-putter Raven Saunders explain why they use the platform sport gives them to act as advocates. Swimmer Anastasia Pagonis and rower Brigit Skarstein share how sport helped them rebuild their futures after life-changing events, while Markus Rogan and Maarten van der Weijden talk about the lives they have found after leaving competition behind. Multi-sport stars like Oksana Masters and Jana Pittman reveal what it's like to compete at both the summer and winter Games. There's stories of memorable victories, like the moment high jump champion Gianmarco Tamberi chose to share his gold medal, and Shaunae Miller-Uibo putting everything on the line to reach the top step of the podium. Plus, the triumphs nobody predicted, including Molly Seidel's shock marathon bronze, and the day Anna Kiesenhofer rode away from cycling's biggest names to claim gold in Tokyo.

Another massive interview coming through your speakers today as we chat with US Paralympic track and field superstar Ryan Medrano about his incredible rise in the sport and his recent experiences at the Paris 2024 Paralympics! We dive into how his time on Survivor—and his connection with a former guest of ours — helped steer him toward the Paralympics, and how he managed to rise through the ranks of track and field so quickly. We also hear about his intense training regime and how he uses the pain of those grueling hours on the track to fuel his drive for success. Plus, we find out how his visit to the White House led to one of the most epic selfies of all time, whether one of his silver medals is about to be given away, and which reality show he could be appearing on next! It's an amazing chat you won't want to miss! 

About the Guest: Lex Gillette is a world-renowned Paralympic track and field athlete, speaker, and author. Despite losing his sight at age 8, Lex has built a career marked by world records, Paralympic medals, and a powerful mission to teach others how to "see" their potential. His message centers on leadership, resilience, and unlocking excellence in life's everyday moments.About the Episode: In this inspiring conversation, Steve Mellor welcomes back Lex Gillette for a deep dive into what it really means to be “growth ready.” They explore the mindset of daily excellence, the vital role of trust and feedback in high-performance relationships, and how Lex's unique experiences as a blind athlete have sharpened his insights on leadership, dependency, and perspective. With powerful reflections on parenthood, adversity, and preparation for the 2028 LA Games, this episode challenges listeners to reconsider how they define success—and who they lean on to reach it.Takeaways:The true meaning of being "growth ready"The role of flexibility, open-mindedness, and perspectiveTrust, communication, and feedback in high-performance teamsLessons from Lex's journey as a blind athleteThe daily competition mindset — winning the dayApplying elite athletic principles to everyday lifePreparing for the LA 2028 Paralympic GamesPersonal responsibility and leadershipThe story behind Lex's book No Need for Sight When You Have a VisionNavigating life with purpose, beyond sportLinks & Resources:Lex Gillette's Website: www.lexgillette.comNo Need for Sight When You Have a Vision (Book)Lex on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn (@lexgillette)Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training CenterSend us a textSupport the showSign up for the monthly newsletter with Steve and GrowthReady (formerly known as Career Competitor) by providing your details here - Request to become part of our community Also be sure to give him and the show a follow on Instagram @coachstevemellor

How to Name Your Little All Star with Scott Rubin  In this episode of the "Helping Families Be Happy Podcast," host Adina Oberman welcomes guest Scott Rubin, an author and toy collector. Scott discusses how his journey into writing baby naming books began with personal experiences during his wife's pregnancy. The conversation focuses on his books "Naming Your Little Geek" and "Naming Your Little All-Star," which cater to parents interested in names related to geek culture and sports, respectively. Scott shares the process and extensive research involved in creating these thematic naming books, highlighting inspiring stories behind some names.  Episode Highlights  00:00:09: Introduction to the Helping Families Be Happy Podcast, hosted by Adina Oberman, and guest intro of Scott Rubin.  00:01:22: Scott expresses his excitement to be part of the podcast.  00:01:24: Discussion on Scott's journey and process behind creating his books on baby names inspired by geek culture and athletes.  00:03:37: Insight into Scott's love for research and extensive process in compiling names for his books. 00:04:45: Exploration of unique names and stories about athletes from around the world, including those in Paralympics and eSports.  00:07:00: Enriching stories about athletes like Chuck Vinci and the journey behind their names. 00:09:53: The contrast between mainstream athletes like Tiger Woods and the discoveries made about lesser-known athletes.  00:12:12: Scott talks about different social perceptions of naming and its uniqueness, and his approach to naming his own children.  00:15:15: Adina shares a powerful message from a children's book about the significance of personal names.  00:16:27: Details on how to connect with Scott Rubin via social media.  00:16:59: Closing remarks and thanks to Famis for supporting the podcast.  Key Takeaways  Baby names carry significant emotional weight and can reflect cultural, personal, or thematic values. Unique names can offer children individuality and a connection to their family's creativity and identity. Parents can benefit from exploring thematic naming books for deeper stories and meanings behind names. Comprehensive research enriches thematic books, offering insights into names beyond traditional lists.  Tweetable Quotes  "A name is a gift. When you get a gift, you can do whatever you want with it." – Scott Rubin "For both of my children, I was like, you know what? I want to give them more options." – Scott Rubin "If they can learn to say Tchaikovsky, they can learn how to say your name." – Adina Oberman  Show Notes by Barevalue.

Transgender women are no longer being allowed to compete in U.S. Olympic women's sports. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.

Illhaam Groenewald, sport and business management professional, speaks to Lester Kiewit about the ongoing crisis in South African sport funding. She highlights severe cuts, up to 60%, to the Olympic and Paralympic movement announced by the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture. These drastic reductions disrupt athlete and coach preparation, damage high-performance pathways, and demoralise thousands of volunteers, coaches, officials, and administrators who keep sport alive in communities. Stressing that sport is not a luxury but a national asset that builds unity, inspires hope, and fosters growth, especially for young people from disadvantaged backgrounds, she shares why sustainable and equitable funding is urgently needed to protect the future of sport and support the thousands who dedicate their time and resources without expectation of reward. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/f9Eeb7i Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US Olympic & Paralympic Committee Reportedly Bans Transgender Women Athletes

Qatar Confirms Its Bid to Host 2036 Olympic, Paralympic Games

On today's episode: Charges have been filed after a man is accused of intentially driving into a Los Angeles crowd; Donald Trump announces new trade deals; Israeli airstrikes kill 25 in Gaza; Venus Williams makes history playing singles; and a 250-year-old shipwreck has been discovered. House ending session early as Republicans clash over Epstein vote. Justice Department wants to interview Jeffrey Epstein’s former girlfriend Ghislaine Maxwell. Hunter Biden accuses George Clooney of undermining his father in 2024 presidential election. Trump rehashes years-old grievances on Russia investigation after new intelligence report. Trump's Labor Department proposes more than 60 rule changes in a push to deregulate workplaces. US says it's leaving UN cultural agency UNESCO again, only 2 years after rejoining. US government employee banned from leaving China. Thousands of Afghans face possible deportation after court refuses to extend their legal protection. US organ donation system faces scrutiny and changes after reports of disturbing near-misses. Ozzy Osbourne, who led Black Sabbath and became the godfather of heavy metal, dies at 76. Billionaire owner of the Los Angeles Times says he will take the newspaper public in the coming year. A look at megafires as an Oregon wildfire approaches the 100,000-acre mark. US cruise ship passengers accused of smuggling drugs and detained in Bermuda. NY State police say a 9-year-old girl reported missing by her father was drowned. Video shows Florida deputies punching and dragging a Black man from his car. Wall Street ticks up to another record as GM and others show how tariffs are impacting them. Coca-Cola confirms a cane-sugar version of its trademark cola is coming to the US. Venus Williams becomes the oldest woman to win a WTA Tour tennis match in 21 years, Rich Hill becomes the majors’ oldest player in record-tying fashion, Rafael Devers debuts at a new position for the Giants, Caitlin Clark misses another game for injury, and more.  US Olympic and Paralympic officials bar transgender women from competing in Olympic women’s sports Big Ten's Petitti: No support for SEC's at-large bid preference for College Football Playoff. A front office member of Washington’s NFL team is publicly addressing President Trump’s demands for a name change. One NFL star is speaking out about his contract while another is calling it a career ahead of the start of league training camps. Heavy storms in northern Vietnam leave 1 dead, as Wipha weakens into a tropical depression. Thousands gather to protest as Zelenskyy signs bill weakening anti-corruption agencies. UN says booming solar, wind and other green energy hits global tipping point for ever lower costs. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

Tributes Pour In for Black Sabbath Frontman Ozzy Osbourne After Death at 76. Obama caught red handed. Major housing market shift. The deep state frame job on Trump. US Olympic and Paralympic officials bar transgender women from competing in women categories. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tributes Pour In for Black Sabbath Frontman Ozzy Osbourne After Death at 76. Obama caught red handed. Major housing market shift. The deep state frame job on Trump. US Olympic and Paralympic officials bar transgender women from competing in women categories.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tributes Pour In for Black Sabbath Frontman Ozzy Osbourne After Death at 76. Obama caught red handed. Major housing market shift. The deep state frame job on Trump. US Olympic and Paralympic officials bar transgender women from competing in women categories.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tributes Pour In for Black Sabbath Frontman Ozzy Osbourne After Death at 76. Obama caught red handed. Major housing market shift. The deep state frame job on Trump. US Olympic and Paralympic officials bar transgender women from competing in women categories.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

H3 - Segment 2 Tue July 22 2025 - NBC News : U.S. Olympics and Paralympics now comply with Trump's “No Men in Women's Sports Executive Order."

In 2003, I was in New Zealand to compete in the Triathlon world championships. It was an amazing time. I met some amazing athletes from around the world, most notably Champion Barb Lindquist and Sheila Taormina, who went on to become the first person to qualify for the Olympics in THREE different sports. But the most interesting person I met? Today's guest, Tricia Downing.Among a sea of mental toughness, resilience and grit, none exceeded Trish. She'd become a triathlete after a serious bike wreck left her paralyzed from the waist down. While the rest of us swam, cycled and ran the course, Trish did it with just her upper body. Incredible. We continued crossing paths after that trip, and she was actually one of our first coaches when we launched Catalyst Coaching to serve employees nationwide back in 2007.Her amazing life journey has continued, and when I saw she was launching into yet another new adventure, I immediately reached out to see if she'd be willing to share her story with you. You're going to soak this one in. You can access more insights from Tricia, including her books and how to bring her to your next conference or event at https://triciadowning.com/Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more via https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/ Best-in-class coaching for Employers, EAPs & wellness providers https://catalystcoaching360.com/ Tap into the home of the (freely available) Not Done Yet! articles on unlocking life's 2nd half here. YouTube Coaching Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/CoachingChannel Contact us: Results@CatalystCoaching360.comTwitter: @Catalyst2ThriveWebsite: CatalystCoaching360.comIf you are a current or future health & wellness coach, please check out our Health & Wellness Coaching Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/278207545599218. This is a wonderful group if you are looking for encouragement, ideas, resources and more.

Tatyana McFadden is the most winning American track and field athlete of all time, Olympian or Paralympian! Some of Tatyana's remarkable accomplishments include 22 Paralympic medals (including eight gold medals), 24 World Major Marathon wins, 7 Paralympic Games, 5 World Records, and 4 Grand Slams. She was named the Best Female Athlete of the 2016 Paralympic Games by the International Olympic Committee (IOC), received the ESPY Award as the Best Female Athlete with a Disability, and was named to the Forbes “30 Under 30” list. She was also a producer and star in “Rising Phoenix”, the Netflix drama that tells the story of the Paralympic Movement.

In an ideal world, children should be able to trust their parents. After all, it's the grown-ups in the family who are responsible for the kids. No child should ever have to worry about safety when mom and dad are around for protection - in an ideal world.   That's the world Ross thought he was living in when he was 8 years old, with his older brother Ryan, who was 10. They were happy kids with no reason to be afraid. Until one night at their home in Charlotte, North Carolina, when his mother told his father she wanted a divorce. That's when something snapped in Ross's dad's mind, and he got a gun, and forever changed the history of their family.   This is a Flashback episode. Ross was 21 when we first had this conversation, and he's permanently blind. At the time, he was training to swim in the Summer 2020 Paralympics in Tokyo.   Now he's 27, and I spoke with him again recently, so you'll be able to learn what's happened in his life since he originally appeared on the podcast, and what his plans are for the future. Ross is a pretty amazing young man and I think you'll enjoy this episode.   If you'd like to contact Ross: Instagram: @RossMinorOfficial YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BlindRossMinor Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/rossminor   Full show notes and pictures for this episode are here: https://WhatWasThatLike.com/223   Graphics for this episode by Bob Bretz. Transcription was done by James Lai.   Want to discuss this episode and other things with thousands of other WWTL listeners? Join our podcast Facebook group at WhatWasThatLike.com/facebook (many of the podcast guests are there as well)   Get every episode ad-free, AND get all the Raw Audio exclusive episodes to binge, by joining the other listeners at What Was That Like PLUS.   Try What Was That Like PLUS free: iPhone: at the top of the What Was That Like podcast feed, click on “Try free” Android: on your phone, go to WhatWasThatLike.com/PLUS and click to try it free on any app   Sponsor deals: If you're 21 or older, get 25% OFF your first order + free shipping @IndaCloud with code [WHATWAS] at https://inda.shop/[WHATWAS]! #indacloudpod   Go to ThriveMarket.com/WHATWAS to get 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift just for signing up.   Go to Quince.com/whatwas for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!   Get 15% off OneSkin with the code [WHATWAS] at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Keep the Flame Alive is celebrating a big milestone: Our 400th regular episode! This episode is an online party with many citizens of TKFLASTAN (Team Keep the Flame Alive, which are our guests and listeners of the show), and we're thrilled to be joined by: Past guests Sean Colahan, Harry Blutstein, Rich Perelman, Roy Tomizawa and John Moorhead Listeners Ean, David, Mark, Patrick from Chicagoland, Meredith, Sarah and Tommy Producer Ben and Book Club Claire Like all great party conversation, it runs the gamut and includes Milan-Cortina's ever-expanding budget, potential politics at LA 2028, the IOC reexamining the host city bidding process, and some great ideas for where the Winter and Summer Olympics should be. Grab a snack, a fun drink, and your best party hat and join in the fun!   For a transcript of this episode, please visit http://flamealivepod.com.   Thanks so much for listening, and until next time, keep the flame alive!   *** Keep the Flame Alive: The Olympics and Paralympics Fan Podcast with hosts Jill Jaracz & Alison Brown. New episodes released every week and daily during the Olympics and Paralympics.   Support the show: http://flamealivepod.com/support Bookshop.org store: https://bookshop.org/shop/flamealivepod Become a patron and get bonus content: http://www.patreon.com/flamealivepod Buy merch here: https://flamealivepod.dashery.com Hang out with us online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flamealivepod Insta: http://www.instagram.com/flamealivepod Facebook Group: hhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/flamealivepod Newsletter: Sign up at https://flamealivepod.substack.com/subscribe VM/Text: (208) FLAME-IT / (208) 352-6348          

We’ve all been there -- refreshing the post, saying yes when we mean no, chasing gold stars just to feel okay. In this episode, I break down how I uncoupled my self-worth from achievement after winning Paralympic gold…and still feeling empty. If you’ve ever tied your value to success, productivity, or praise, this is for you. We’ll unpack 5 steps to stop chasing external validation, and start building real, lasting self-trust. For anyone learning to say: “I’m enough, even when no one’s clapping.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the Surfing England visually impaired sessions coming up fairly soon RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey caught up with Paralympic triathlon bronze medalist, three times world champion visually impaired surfer and sports coach Melissa Reid to find out what it is like to go surfing as a visually impaired person and what it might be like stepping on a surf board for the first time too. Melissa will be at the up-coming Surfing England VI surfing sessions in Croyde, Devon on 14 and 15 August 2025 giving some advice about surfing to the blind and partially sighted people taking part, passing on her in-depth knowledge of the sport and some of her coaching techniques too.   There is more about the up-coming VI surfing sessions on the Surfing England website - https://www.surfingengland.org/2025/05/22/2025-vi-surfing-sessions/  (Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font)

It's been 20 years since the 7/7 attacks in London, which claimed the lives of 52 civilians and injured almost 800. Krupa Padhy talked to Gill Hicks, who was on the Piccadilly line Tube that morning and lost her legs in the blast, and nurse Kate Price, who was working in intensive care at St Thomas' Hospital. They discuss their memories of that day and the aftermath, as well as the lasting bond they have formed.An exhibition celebrating the life and work of renowned Australian artist Emily Kam Kngwarray has opened at the Tate Modern in London. Respectfully known as ‘the old lady' by her community, Emily didn't start painting on canvas until her 70s. Anita Rani talked to art curator Kelli Cole about Emily's paintings, which were inspired by her life as a senior Anmatyerr woman from the Sandover region of the Northern Territory of Australia.The TV presenter and autism advocacy campaigner, Christine McGuinness, is mother of three autistic children, and she received an autism diagnosis herself as an adult. She is highlighting new research that found that half of parents of children with disabilities surveyed said their child is excluded from play due to playgrounds being inaccessible to them. From Frank Sinatra to the Beatles, many of the biggest male stars built their early careers on the romantic appeal to young women. Bea Martinez-Gatell is author of Swoon, Fangirls, Their Idols And The Counterculture of Female Lust – From Byron To The Beatles. She joined Anita to explain that far from passive consumers, fangirls were actually tastemakers, visionaries and cultural disruptors.Fatima Timbo, known as Fats Timbo, is a content creator and comedian who has amassed an incredible 3 million followers on TikTok. Since appearing on TV show The Undateables in 2018, she's also been part of the team bringing us the Paralympics coverage from Paris last year. Born with achondroplasia, a form of dwarfism, she shares her tips for succeeding in a world where it's difficult to be different in her book Main Character Energy: Ten Commandments for Living Life Fearlessly. Katie Brayben is a two-time Olivier award winner for Best Actress in A Musical for Tammy Faye and Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. Now she is reprising the role of Elizabeth Laine in Girl From the North Country currently on stage at the Old Vic in London. Katie sang live in the studio. Presenter: Anita Rani Producer: Annette Wells Editor: Andrea Kidd

Ade Adepitan is the former professional wheelchair basketball player, and Paralympic bronze medallist, who's now one of our best loved TV presenters. Born in Nigeria and raised in East London, after contracting polio as a baby, Ade's journey has taken him from sport's stardom to broadcasting success. He is also one of our most recognisable and respected disability advocates. He shared with us the tracks that shaped him and his son may well benefit from Ade's choices. Inherited: One Drop by Bob Marley and the Wailers Pass on: Optimistic by Sounds of BlacknessProducer: Ribika Moktan and Lowri Morgan

Mark talks with State Senator Ben Allen, who joins the show to talk about the LA28 Olympics and Paralympics as preparations are well underway in Sacramento to get all in order. // Mark talks about dogs amongst the homeless population, and while it is hard to track it seems like there is animal abuse going on. Then, Mark goes live with breaking news: an LA federal judge is set to rule on a restraining order seeking to halt to ‘roving' ICE raids. // Mark talks about a certain hallucinogenic drug that may have serious anti-aging effects that may improve DNA stability. And the ingredient is shockingly found in psilocybin. // Mark wraps the show talking about some can't-miss Vegas deals that are available to you this Summer – don't miss out on an epic escape at a potentially reasonable price if you navigate it all correctly!  

We travel back to 2000 for another look back at the Sydney 2000 Olympics and Paralympics. This month Alison explores what's considered to be the biggest Paralympic scandal of all time, Spain's cheating in the Basketball ID tournament. Then Jill looks at the Olympic Road Cycling events, which feature inspirational legends, amazing comebacks, and Lance Armstrong.   If you want a thoroughly depressing look at doping in cycling during this era, here's a handy infographic: https://www.sportingintelligence.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/Cycle-of-suspicion-JPEG.jpg   For a complete list of sources used in this episode, visit https://tinyurl.com/sydney2000sources. For a transcript of this episode, please visit http://flamealivepod.com.   Thanks so much for listening, and until next time, keep the flame alive!   *** Keep the Flame Alive: The Olympics and Paralympics Fan Podcast with hosts Jill Jaracz & Alison Brown. New episodes released every week and daily during the Olympics and Paralympics.   Support the show: http://flamealivepod.com/support Bookshop.org store: https://bookshop.org/shop/flamealivepod Become a patron and get bonus content: http://www.patreon.com/flamealivepod Buy merch here: https://flamealivepod.dashery.com Hang out with us online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flamealivepod Insta: http://www.instagram.com/flamealivepod Facebook Group: hhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/flamealivepod Newsletter: Sign up at https://flamealivepod.substack.com/subscribe VM/Text: (208) FLAME-IT / (208) 352-6348              

Kelly Elmlinger was a three-sport athlete in high school. She excelled in cross country, basketball, and track. After considering military service, she decided to keep playing sports at the next level, but she quickly decided college was not for her. That's when she joined the Army and became a combat medic, eventually with the 82nd Airborne Division, serving in both Iraq and Afghanistan. Later, she became a nurse and then a cancer patient herself. Yet even after losing a leg, Elmlinger persevered and represented the U.S. at the Paralympic Games just a few years later.In this edition of Veterans Chronicles Elmlinger shares how the 9/11 attacks changed the trajectory of her military service and how her combat medic training suddenly became much more real. She also describes her service in Afghanistan, meeting and connecting with the Afghan women, and what the Afghan men thought about her.Then she explains how different and how much harder the same job was in Iraq, why there was often little combat medics could do to help, and the painstaking efforts she and her teammates took to to find some personal effect to present to the families of every fallen service member.Elmlinger then recounts her decision to become a nurse and work with wounded veterans in San Antonio and how that work helped to prepare her to be a patient there as she battled cancer in her leg. And finally, she updates us on how she became an elite adaptive sports athlete - representing the U.S. at the 2021 Summer Paralympic Games in Tokyo. And she'll do it again this summer in Paris!

In the 1970s and 80s, Caroline Eshghi was a young girl living in Bristol, Somerset, and Wiltshire. From the moment she was born until she ran away at the age of 15, Caroline was beaten, burned and starved by her mother. In May this year, Melanie Burmingham was jailed for 20 months for abusing her daughter more than 50 years ago. Caroline tells Krupa Padhy why she is now petitioning for a change to the law around historical cases that only allows a sentence available at the time of offending. The first malaria treatment suitable for babies has been approved for use. We speak to BBC Africa Health Correspondent Dorcas Wangira in Nairobi to find out how this may empower healthcare workers in the battle against the disease that takes the lives of hundreds of thousands of people each year.One of the key measures that Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood is reported to be considering as part of her Sentencing Bill is a national rollout of drugs that suppress sexual arousal to try and tackle sex offenders. There is currently a working pilot in the South West of England, and several of the clinicians, psychiatrists and forensic psychologists have raised concerns about making such a scheme mandatory. Krupa talks to Don Rubin, Emeritus Professor in Forensic Psychology at Newcastle University, and a consultant to the pilot programme. Fatima Timbo, known as Fats Timbo, is a content creator and comedian who has amassed an incredible 3 million followers on TikTok. Since appearing on TV show The Undateables in 2018, she's also been part of the team bringing us the Paralympics coverage from Paris last year. Born with achondroplasia, a form of dwarfism, she documents her experiences of being - as she describes it - ‘a little person', and now she's sharing her tips for succeeding in a world where it's difficult to be different in her book Main Character Energy: Ten Commandments for Living Life Fearlessly. Presenter: Krupa Padhy Producer: Sarah Jane Griffiths

In this episode of "Disabled and Proud," Brooke speaks with Nicole Brennan. Together they explore the complexities of motherhood and disability, exploring the internalised ableism that often accompanies these experiences. The conversation highlights the transformative journey of accepting one's body and identity as a disabled mother, particularly in the face of societal expectations and scrutiny from healthcare professionals. They discuss the creation of the I Am Possible Foundation, aimed at increasing representation and support for individuals with limb differences. KEY TAKEAWAYS Internalised Ableism and Motherhood : The experience of becoming a mother can amplify feelings of inadequacy, especially for those with disabilities. The pressure to conform to societal standards of motherhood can lead to internalised ableism, where individuals question their worth and abilities as parents. Transitioning from Charity to Business : The conversation highlights the shift from viewing disability-focused initiatives as charities to recognising them as legitimate businesses. This change promotes sustainability and autonomy in supporting the disabled community without relying solely on donations. The Importance of Community and Support : Engaging with others who share similar experiences can be empowering. The creation of platforms for sharing stories fosters a sense of community and provides valuable resources for those navigating challenges related to disability and motherhood. BEST MOMENTS "I was just picking on me as a person. It wasn't actually my arm, it felt like it was me as a mum. Like, I'm just not good enough." "I was like, I don't want him to grow up in a world where his mum sees herself the way she does." "It's so fucking lazy to consistently put disabled businesses under the guise of charity." VALUABLE RESOURCES Join the I Am Possible Foundation - https://store.iampossiblefoundation.co.uk/ https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/disabled-and-proud/id1621152878 HOST BIO Disabled and Proud is the show that brings listeners a different perspective on disability. Each week this podcast highlights an awesome disabled guest speaking about their own disability; why they are proud to be disabled and why they are proud to be themselves. The conversations in this show will look at what challenges these amazing people face socially, mentally, physically and life in general. This show is raw, open, honest, funny, welcoming and educational. Disabled & Proud does exactly what it says on the tin! And whilst we are creating this space for disabled people to be unashamedly themselves, without the need to conform to society, this is also not about toxic positivity. This show will be shining a big, bright light on disability without it being “Paralympic or pity”. As you will hear disability is WHOLE, COMPLETE & PERFECT and whilst the topic of disability can be quite heavy - and we definitely don't shy away from the bad days - this podcast is also about having fun too! Our aim is to play a part in reclaiming the word disability - turning it from inadequacy to perfection! This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media .https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

EP:90In this episode, I sit down with world champion para-surfer Zoe Smith, whose story is not the sugar-coated kind. After losing her leg in a car accident, Zoe went through years of depression, identity loss, and frustration. But instead of settling, she carved out a brand new version of herself — in the surf, no less.We talk about everything from mindset and ableism to why people need to stop assuming every disabled person is angling for the Paralympics. Zoe's journey is raw, funny, and fiercely honest — and full of the kind of perspective that makes you rethink what's actually stopping you.Key Takeaways:You don't need a five-year plan. You just need to start.Adversity doesn't make you a hero — how you respond to it does.There's no one-size-fits-all recovery. Let people grieve, then grow.Surfing isn't just a sport — for Zoe, it's been a tool for freedom and identity.Want to support someone with a disability? Ditch the pity and ask real questions.The dark place can become a comfort zone. The real growth? Punching your way out.Being “strong” isn't always helpful — sometimes it just hides the pain.Surfing in a wave pool and the ocean are two different beasts — but both teach you something about resilience.Timestamps:00:00 – Intro: Recorded at The Wave Surf Sisters Weekend00:14 – Zoe shares how she lost her leg and the identity crisis that followed02:50 – “Are you going to the Paralympics?” – Why that question can miss the point06:40 – Finding community at a limb loss charity event — and finally feeling seen09:10 – Why surfing (not football) gave Zoe a fresh start — no comparisons, just progress13:48 – From total beginner to competing for Team England in months18:40 – Mid-roll ad break opportunity (great natural pause in the conversation)20:12 – How to talk to kids about prosthetics — and why language matters24:25 – Zoe on surviving the “dark place” and building mindset one wave at a time31:30 – The day a grom and his dad saw Zoe surf — and everything shifted35:18 – Why surfing clears the mind like nothing else — even in a wave pool41:00 – Quick-fire round: comfort zones, dares, and the joy of being underestimated

In this powerful episode of White Canes Connect, hosts Lisa Bryant and David Goldstein welcome Tanner Gers, founder of Access Ability Officer and Paralympian, for an inspiring and insightful conversation. Tanner shares the harrowing story of how a tragic car accident in 2004 left him totally blind—and how that life-changing event became the catalyst for a purpose-driven career in accessibility, advocacy, and entrepreneurship. Tanner discusses the evolution of Access Ability Officer. This digital accessibility consultancy not only works with government and corporate clients but also trains and hires blind professionals through its Certified Accessibility Tester (CAT) program. This rigorous 14-week training course equips screen reader users with the technical and professional skills needed to land paid work and even launch their own businesses in the booming accessibility space. The conversation touches on AI's role in the future of accessibility, the importance of inclusive design, and the potential for digital equity. Tanner also shares his love for beep baseball and why adaptive sports are essential for physical and emotional well-being. Whether you're an aspiring accessibility tester, advocate, or entrepreneur, this episode is filled with actionable insights and motivation. Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/139   Links Mentioned Learn more about Access Ability Officer: https://accessabilityofficer.com/  Tanner Gers on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tannergers/  NABS Mid-Atlantic Student Seminar: https://nabslink.org/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&id=6  Have you checked out Federation Focus yet? https://www.youtube.com/@nfbofpa/  Tanner Gers and Access Ability Officer at National Convention Access Ability Officer is at table B25 in the Exhibit Hall. Start a Digital Accessibility Business session is in Studio 7 Wednesday, July 9 from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM Accessibility Jeopardy in Studio 2 on Thursday, July 10 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Mid-Atlantic Student Seminar August 1 - 3 in Philadelphia The National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania is proud to support the National Association of Blind Students Mid-Atlantic Seminar taking place from August 1 through August 3 at the Hampton Inn at 1301 Race Street in Philadelphia. Register at https://nabslink.org/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&id=6. All of the hotel info is on that page. An Easy Way to Help the NFB of PA Support the NFB of PA with every purchase at White Cane Coffee Company by going to https://www.whitecanecoffee.com/ref/nfbp. When you use that link to purchase from White Cane Coffee, the NFB of PA earns a 10% commission! Share the link with your family and friends! Listen to Erin and Bob Willman from White Cane Coffee on episode 072 of White Canes Connect. Donate to the NFB of PA Like what you hear on White Canes Connect? Support us and donate to the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania, visit https://www.NFBofPA.org/give/. We Want to Hear Your Story Reach out with questions and comments, or share ideas! We want to hear from you. Call us at (267) 338-4495 or at whitecanesconnect@gmail.com. Follow White Canes Connect Find out why White Canes Connect is currently ranked at #13 of the 100 Best Visually Impaired Podcast. Find the show on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/white-canes-connect/id1592248709  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1YDQSJqpoteGb1UMPwRSuI  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pablindpodcast 

Presenter Rick Edwards is familiar to many on the radio as the co-host of BBC Radio 5 Live's Breakfast programme but for those with a proclivity for day-time TV you'll know him as the host of the gameshow Impossible! Rick's career has been incredibly varied from hosting Channel 4's 2012 Paralympics coverage to becoming the poster boy of mid-noughties teenage telly on T4. He even has a book on the science behind our much loved films. He shares the music that has shaped his life. Inherited: Sweet Child O Mine - Guns n' Roses Pass on: Witness - Roots ManuvaProducer: Lowri Morgan & Gareth Nelson-Davies

On this episode of the AMSSM Sports Medcast, host Dr. Devin McFadden, MD, is joined by Dr. Irfan Asif, MD, FAMSSM, and Dr. Jonathan Finnoff, DO, FAMSSM, to discuss the multi-faceted topic of Paralympic Sports Medicine. In this conversation, Dr. Asif and Dr. Finnoff discuss the following: How they first got involved in USOPC and Paralympic team sports The number of sports in Paralympic competition and the athlete classifications that aim to level the playing field for athletes of different abilities What it's like to take care of Paralympic athletes and their unique requirements The planning process for delivering medical services for Team USA during the Paralympic Games Current and future research efforts regarding Paralympic athletes Overcoming the perceived barriers to entry when providing care for Paralympic athletes and ways to get more involved Dr. Asif is the associate dean for primary care and rural health and professor and chair of the Department of Family and Community at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). He currently serves as the 2nd Vice President for AMSSM and is an Associate Editor for both the British Journal of Sports Medicine and Sports Health: A Multi-Disciplinary Approach. Dr. Finnoff is the Chief Medical Officer for the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee, a Clinical Professor in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Colorado, and a Professor in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science. He currently serves as the 1st Vice President for AMSSM. Resources: 2025 USOPC Paralympic Sports Medicine Conference https://www.usopc.org/2025-paralympic-sports-medicine-conference PARA-Wise Registry Screening Survey: https://redcap.link/PARAWISE

Gängledaren Jordgubben har tagits fast i Turkiet. En bensinmack har exploderat i Rom. Maten har blivit lite billigare. Lucas Oliver vill tävla Paralympics i pingis. Fotbolls-EM har börjat. Lyssna på alla avsnitt i Sveriges Radio Play.

Gängledaren Jordgubben har tagits fast i Turkiet. En bensinmack har exploderat i Rom. Maten har blivit lite billigare. Lucas Oliver vill tävla Paralympics i pingis. Fotbolls-EM har börjat. Lyssna på alla avsnitt i Sveriges Radio Play.

New Zealand Para skier Adam Hall has been selected for a record-equalling sixth Paralympic Winter Games. He enters the record books alongside Graham Condon and Michael Johnson who competed at six Paralympic Summer Games. Hall, who was born with spina bifida, will compete in Slalom Standing and Giant Slalom Standing at the Games in Milano Cortina next year. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.

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