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The Wheelchair Roundtable ATP-End User Perspective

Rico Segovia ATP, & The Quad-Father

Welcome to The Wheelchair Roundtable, where real talk meets real stories. Hosted by certified ATP Rico Segovia and Danny Flores “The Quadfather,” this is the podcast where lived experience and clinical expertise collide in the best way possible.Each episode takes you into the world of people who have not only faced life-changing injuries but who now roll forward with purpose, power, and perspective. We shine a spotlight on wheelchair users, families, clinicians, case managers, and manufacturers —

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83:38

Unbreakable: The Peter Berry story

The Wheelchair Roundtable ATP-End User Perspective ·

2026/04/19

Today’s episode is a powerful reminder of what resilience truly looks like—and we’re joined by guest host S.J. Cimijotti, DPT, bringing clinical insight and perspective to the conversation.At just 10 years old, Peter Berry’s life was forever changed by a tragic car accident that left him and his brother paralyzed, injured his sister, and took the lives of both of his parents. It’s the kind of moment that could define a life—but for Peter, it became the beginning of a new one.Now 24, Peter is a

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74:12

Behind the Scenes of Recovery: A Case Manager’s...

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2026/04/14

In this episode, we sit down with Esmer Perez LBSW, MSW, CART, a dedicated case manager at a Health Rehabilitation Hospital, to break down what really happens after a life-changing injury or illness.Esmer gives us an inside look at the critical role of a case manager—often acting as the “in-house attorney”—guiding patients and families through one of the most complex and emotional healthcare journeys. From the moment a patient is admitted, she helps coordinate care, navigate funding sources, and

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71:58

Building an Empire: Music, Mindset & The Tin Foil Hat...

The Wheelchair Roundtable ATP-End User Perspective ·

2026/04/05

Recording Artist Paul C Cesar II brings a powerful and unfiltered conversation you don’t want to miss. After surviving a life-altering car accident at a young age and later facing a tumor attached to his spine that left him in a wheelchair, Paul shares his journey through adversity with raw honesty. He opens up about his injury, resilience, and the mindset it took to rebuild his life.We dive into Arc X Therapy, a cutting-edge treatment that’s pushing boundaries and offering new hope, and how it’s

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64:44

Rolling Through It All: The Mike Garrison Story

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2026/03/30

In this episode of The Wheelchair Round Table, we sit down with Mike Garrison — a stand-up comedian, husband, and proud dad of twins who’s redefining what it means to roll through life with purpose and humor.After a life-changing motocross accident left him paralyzed, Mike faced a completely new reality. But instead of backing down, he leaned in — building a family, embracing fatherhood from a wheelchair, and finding his voice in comedy.Mike shares the raw truth about his injury, what it took to

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92:18

When a Mother Finds Her Voice: Nancy Lemus’ Fight for...

The Wheelchair Roundtable ATP-End User Perspective ·

2026/03/11

Nancy shares the powerful story of raising her son Christopher, now 20, who was born with cerebral palsy. In the early years, Nancy struggled to understand what was happening. Like many parents, she didn’t have the knowledge or guidance to recognize the resources available for children with disabilities. In her own words, she was “ignorant”—not from a lack of love, but from a lack of direction.Everything changed after a chance conversation with another mother at a doctor’s appointment. That moment

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83:27

They Said He Wouldn’t Survive on His Own: with...

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2026/03/06

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Nicolas Comstock — host of the Nick Speaks Podcast — for an honest and deeply personal conversation about resilience, independence, and finding purpose.Nicolas shares what it was like growing up with an identical twin brother who was not born with a disability, and how that dynamic shaped his childhood and identity. He opens up about the challenges he faced in school and how the education system ultimately failed to provide the support he needed to

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49:26

Heavyweight Vision: Inside the WABC Movement

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2026/03/01

In this powerful episode of the WABC Show, we sit down with current Heavyweight Wheelchair Boxing Champion Jody Bennet, alongside WABC Founder Collin and CFO Terry, for an inside look at the momentum building behind the World Adaptive Boxing Council.Joining us from the UK, Collin — a former semi-pro rugby player — shares the vision that sparked the creation of WABC and how adaptive boxing is carving out its rightful place on the global stage. Terry, a former Paralympian, brings his elite-level

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Life on Life's Terms with Lelan W Forester

The Wheelchair Roundtable ATP-End User Perspective ·

2026/02/15

In this powerful and down-to-earth episode, we sit down with Lelan for a conversation that feels less like an interview and more like three friends talking beside the tailgate after a long day.At 22 years old, Leland’s life changed in an instant when an accident left him paralyzed from the T4 level down. He shares what those early days were really like, including his inpatient rehab experience at TIRR Memorial Hermann — the challenges, the breakthroughs, and the mental battle that begins long before

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60:18

Loved But Not Accountable with Logan K Finn

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2026/02/13

In this episode, we sit down with Logan K. Finn to unpack a story shaped by resilience, struggle, and transformation.Born with spina bifida, Logan grew up feeling loved and supported — so much so that he often says he didn’t realize he had a disability. But in seventh grade, a spinal tethering surgery left him using a wheelchair. Still, he stayed active in school and pushed forward socially and academically.By his senior year, marijuana use escalated quickly into heavy drug and alcohol abuse. We

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Accessibility isn’t a courtesy — it’s a civil right....

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2026/02/02

Accessibility isn’t a courtesy — it’s a civil right.In this powerful episode, we sit down with Kristy Durso—accessible travel advocate, travel agent, wheelchair user, and co-founder of Spectrum of Accessibility—to unpack what public accessibility really looks like and why travel remains one of the most exclusionary experiences for disabled people.Kristy shares her life before becoming a full-time wheelchair user, the emotional and identity shifts that followed, and the moment she realized the world

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58:26

The Mental Side of Disability with Mike Kent

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2026/01/25

This is one of those episodes that stays with you long after the microphones are turned off.This conversation goes where disability conversations often don’t—into the quiet, heavy places. We talk about depression. Anxiety. The mental and emotional toll of disability that so often gets overlooked once the hospital stays end and the equipment is delivered.Our guest is Mike Kent, a Disability Life Coach and the founder of Empowering Disability, a global community of more than 9,000 members who are

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70:01

A Bullet, a Betrayal, and the Fight to Live: The...

The Wheelchair Roundtable ATP-End User Perspective ·

2026/01/15

⚠️ Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of gun violence, physical assault, and traumatic injury. Listener discretion is advised.Joseph Huerta’s story is one of brilliance, hardship, survival, and hard-earned faith. A top graduate in his class, Joseph’s life took an unexpected turn after family separation led him into homelessness, living in a tent city and navigating daily survival. What began as an act of kindness—being offered a place to stay by someone he trusted—quickly turned into

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66:58

Rare Isn’t Rare with Giusiana Prosser

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2026/01/07

At just 12 years old, Giusiana Prosser began experiencing medical symptoms that would change her life — symptoms that were dismissed, minimized, and misunderstood for years.After being told it was “all in her head,” Giusiana never stopped advocating for herself. At 19, she was diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, and at 21 with Andersen–Tawil Syndrome, finally giving a name to what her body had known all along. Today, she also lives with a tethered spinal cord.Now a artist, rare disease advocate,

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89:59

Over the Edge: Tyler’s Fall, Fight, and Comeback

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2025/12/18

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Tyler Keller, whose journey is rooted in grit, faith, and resilience. Tyler grew up on a small farm in Michigan, surrounded by rodeo culture—both of his parents were professional rodeo athletes, as were his older sisters. Following in their footsteps, Tyler competed at a national level, earning rodeo scholarships to Lamar Community College and later Northwestern Mesa College, where he continued to compete at an elite level.Everything changed in February

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74:12

Movement, Mastery, and Meaning: The Fran Estevis Story

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2025/12/04

In this episode, we sit down with Frances “Fran” Esteves, an Occupational Therapist with nearly 19 years of experience serving students across the Rio Grande Valley. Fran shares how her lifelong connection to movement — from dancing with a semi-professional ballet company to teaching classical ballet in North Dakota and coaching rhythmic gymnastics in McAllen — shaped her passion for working with children of all abilities.She reflects on her years teaching general and adaptive PE for Edinburg CISD,

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57:36

Episode 16: Season 1 Finale, The First 15.

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2025/11/18

Episode Description — Season 1 Finale: “The First 15”In this special season finale, we hit pause and look back at the journey that brought us here. From powerful comeback stories to raw, unfiltered conversations about resilience, purpose, and real-life struggles, we revisit the first 15 episodes that shaped Season 1.Join us as we reflect on the lessons learned, the guests who left a mark, the moments that surprised us, and the stories that pushed us to grow. We share behind-the-scenes insights, our

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81:50

Episode 15: Semper Fi: The Unbreakable Spirit of...

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2025/11/09

At just 17 years old, Charlie Merritt made a promise — to serve, to lead, and to never back down. Following in his father’s footsteps, he earned the title of United States Marine at Parris Island, beginning a journey defined by grit, discipline, and heart. After eight years on active duty and four in the reserves, Charlie carried that same intensity into life beyond the Corps — playing semi-pro football, competing in strongman events, and running his own company.But one dive — on what seemed like a

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Episode 14: Full Throttle: How Mario Built His Own...

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2025/11/02

For as long as he can remember, Mario Bonfante has lived for speed — from BMX tracks and motocross jumps to the smooth pavement of road racing. By the time he was sixteen, he had earned his pro card, chasing the dream of becoming one of the best. But in September of 2006, a BMX crash changed everything.The accident left him paralyzed — but not powerless.After months in the hospital and years of intense physical therapy in San Diego, Mario refused to let his injury define his limits. He wasn’t just

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Episode 13: The Rise of Armando Ramirez

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2025/10/30

At just 18 years old, Armando Ramirez’s life changed in an instant. What began as an ordinary night ended in tragedy when a drive-by shooting left him fighting for his life. His heart stopped for 12 minutes. Doctors said the odds were slim — but Armando had other plans.Now living with a T9–T10 spinal cord injury, Armando has defied every expectation. From countless surgeries and rehab at Craig Hospital to rediscovering his love for painting cars and earning his real estate license, he’s proven that

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104:37

Episode 12: Corey Lee: A Veteran’s Courage to Begin...

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2025/10/01

In this episode, we sit down with Corey Lee — better known as Pheez. At just 18 years old, Corey joined the Navy on September 6, 2001, only five days before 9/11 changed the world. What he thought would be a four-year enlistment turned into deployments, life-altering experiences, and a path he never expected.Corey opens up about his time serving and the diving accident that left him paralyzed from the neck down. From that life-changing moment, he embarked on a journey of survival, resilience, and

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