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Soaring Through Adversity

Renee Breazeale

The Soaring Through Adversity podcast delves into the lives, experiences, and perspectives of individuals with cognitive and physical disabilities, as well as their caregivers. Through candid conversations and insightful interviews, your host Renee Breazeale provides a platform to these often unheard voices to shine, while empowering our listeners to take flight with awareness, empathy and understanding the importance of independent living solutions, fostering inclusivity and respect, and truly

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Episode 18 - Living the Spectrum

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2025/11/01

Autism isn't just a diagnosis — it's a daily journey. In this episode, Kayla opens up about what it means to live on the spectrum: the hardships, the victories, and the fight for dignity and understanding. Kayla doesn't hold back as she shares the reality of long waiting lists, scarce resources, and the emotional toll of autism — not just for herself, but for countless others she's walked alongside. Her voice is raw, honest, and full of resilience.

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Episode 17 - Beyond the Diagnosis; Coaching for real...

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2025/10/01

Supporting adults on the autism spectrum goes far beyond theory — it’s about showing up in the moments that shape daily life. In this episode, we sit down with Holly Burdick, a certified autism coach, to pull back the curtain on what meaningful support truly looks like. Together, we unpack common myths and misunderstandings, explore the quiet traumas that too often go unseen, and discover the powerful ways Holly helps her clients find not only their voice, but their value. Whether you’re a parent,

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Episode 16 - A Mother's Stand

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2025/09/01

What happens when a mother refuses to let adversity define her family? In this moving episode of Soaring Through Adversity, Marla O’Neill shares her journey as a mother, advocate, and “Momager” who has walked through autism, addiction, and heartbreaking loss — and turned those experiences into a mission of hope. Listeners will hear how Marla’s fierce love helped her son find his voice, earn a degree, and launch a career in journalism, while also honoring the memory of her son Jake and supporting her

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Episode 15 - Gold Medals and Bigger Goals

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2025/08/01

He’s got wrestling hot takes, football opinions that’ll make you laugh (or argue), and a heart so big it fills the room. Jared is 40 years young, a Special Olympics legend, and a firecracker of joy, resilience, and unforgettable This episode is packed with laughs, legacy, and life lessons from someone who’s been breaking barriers and making people smile for over three decades. Trust us—you don’t want to miss Jared.

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Episode 14 - See Me as Special, Not Special Needs

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2025/07/01

What do gold medals, scary movies, and early mornings on an egg farm have in common? Meet the incredible woman behind it all in our latest episode of Soaring Through Adversity. This week, we sit down with Mary, a tech-savvy, fiercely determined dreamer who’s not only mastered bowling and bocce ball—but is also chasing her dreams of college, independence, and a driver’s license. She doesn’t see herself as someone with a disability—and she doesn’t want you to either. She sees herself as a kind,

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Where Everyone Belongs

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2025/06/02

In this episode of Soaring Through Adversity, host Renee Breazeale welcomes Amanda Kotter and Nicole Thompson, two passionate leaders and coaches within the Special Olympics community. Together, Amanda and Nicole share inspiring stories about the power of inclusive sports to foster confidence, connection, and community for individuals with disabilities. They discuss the origins and global impact of Special Olympics, highlight the challenges and triumphs of athletes, and emphasize the importance of

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Embracing God's Plan

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2025/05/01

Some stories stay with you forever, and Pastor Scott Garwood’s is one of them. Born two months premature and diagnosed with cerebral palsy, Scott could have let life’s challenges define him. Instead, he found a deeper purpose through faith, hope, and an unshakable spirit. Hear how a shy young man became a voice of love and encouragement for so many. His journey will touch your heart, lift your spirit, and remind you that God writes the most beautiful stories through our struggles.

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One Choice, One Moment

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2025/04/01

A New Year's Eve call changes everything. Join Renee Breazeale as she speaks with Karla and Scott Dougan about a life-altering accident. Hear their raw, emotional story of unexpected challenges, and the long road to recovery. 'One Choice, One Moment' explores resilience and the strength in the face of unimaginable adversity, and shows that anyone can become disabled at the blink of an eye.

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Seeing The Unseen

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2025/03/03

In this episode of Soaring Through Adversity, host Renee Breazeale welcomes Eva and Kevin Potts, co-founders of the Mary Carmel's Light Foundation, to discuss a condition that often goes unrecognized—Charles Bonnet Syndrome. Eva and Kevin share their personal journey, inspired by their late mother, Mary Carmel, who lived with the condition and was misdiagnosed with dementia. Their experience navigating the medical system and the lack of resources led them to create a nonprofit dedicated to

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Life Reimagined

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2025/01/01

In this heartfelt and empowering episode of Soaring Through Adversity, "Life Reimagined", host Renee Breazeale is joined by her friend Christa Tyson for an unforgettable conversation. Christa, diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease at just 44, opens up about the challenges and lessons of navigating life with a disability. Together, Renee and Christa share personal stories, including Renee’s journey of discovering a life-altering brain tumor. This episode dives into how they’ve both turned life’s

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Unstoppable Voice

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2024/12/01

This episode of Soaring Through Adversity, titled "Unstoppable Voice," features Susan and Lexi Haas, a mother-daughter duo dedicated to disability advocacy and education. Together, they co-authored The Year of the Buttered Cat, which shares Lexi’s extraordinary journey. Susan and Lexi share their story of resilience, advocacy, and triumph, inspiring listeners to embrace the potential within every challenge.

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Stronger Than Yesterday

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2024/11/01

Today's guest is Madison, a 36-year-old professional with roots in West Palm Beach, Florida, who grew up in Union County, North Carolina. Madison’s story is one of determination, from balancing single parenthood, a full-time job, and her studies to earn a communication degree from East Carolina University, to her successful corporate career as a business analyst at Siemens, where she's worked since 2014. On New Year’s Day in 2017, Madison’s journey took a sharp turn when she suffered a massive

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Empowering Independence

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2024/10/11

In this short episode of the Soaring Through Adversity podcast, host Renee Breazeale delivers a message about empowering people with disabilities. As the previous CEO of Victory Bolt & Specialty and co-founder of The Victory Advantage, Renee highlights their mission to make independent living more accessible. Through financial assistance for housing, education, and employment, The Victory Advantage is breaking down barriers to independence.

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Faith, Flight, and Resilience

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2024/10/01

This episode, titled "Faith, Flight, and Resilience," features Chuck Hoyle. Born in 1952 in Kings Mountain, North Carolina, Chuck grew up in a devout Christian home. His love for sports and aviation led him to the U.S. Air Force Academy, where he strayed from his faith but later found his way back. After a tragic plane crash left him paralyzed, Chuck's resilience only grew. He became a foster parent to ten children, participated in adaptive sports, and got involved with a nonprofit offering water

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Forklift and Fly

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2024/09/01

In today's episode, titled "Forklift and Fly," the spotlight is on two remarkable guests: David Casper and Nate Clewell. David, a Union County native and CEO of Union Diversified Industries, has been a leader in the IDD, MH, and SU fields. He's a trailblazer in nonprofit innovation, an ordained minister, and a dedicated community member. Joining him is Nate Clewell, a 33-year-old forklift operator at UDI. Despite challenges like scoliosis and ADD, Nate has thrived in his role and enjoys fishing,

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From Silence to a Voice of Distinction

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2024/08/01

Michael Wayne O'Neill is a 2023 graduate of Wingate University with a bachelor's degree in sports communications, and he is working toward his dream of becoming a play-by-play announcer. Currently, Michael Wayne is a general assignment reporter at the Enquirer Journal in Monroe, North Carolina, where he has written over 1,000 articles. Despite experiencing delays in speech and communication as a child, Michael Wayne found his voice at the age of 8 and developed a passion for broadcasting during high

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Empowerment Through Grace

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2024/07/01

Grace Trumpower, diagnosed with cerebral palsy at 18 months old, overcame multiple barriers to become a disability rights advocate. Despite battling an autoimmune condition in her teens, she pursued a GED and received accolades for advancing inclusive education. Grace's advocacy has led to victories promoting equal educational opportunities for people with disabilities, inspiring others with her resilience and determination.

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Life Unflipped

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2024/06/01

As the owner of Dawn Rock Drilling and Blasting, Daniel McGuirt was living every young boy's dream of being paid to blow things up. However, Daniel’s life was forever changed in 2021 when he was paralyzed from a Jeep accident on his family farm. This wasn’t the first time in Daniel’s life that he had faced adversity however. 30 years prior, he broke his neck, and he also survived a cancer diagnosis in his thirties. Daniel McGuirt is no stranger to overcoming obstacles, as he’s proven his whole life

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Welcome to the Soaring Through Adversity Podcast with...

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2024/05/20

The Soaring Through Adversity podcast delves into the lives, experiences, and perspectives of individuals with cognitive and physical disabilities, as well as their caregivers. Through candid conversations and insightful interviews, your host Renee Breazeale provides a platform to these often unheard voices to shine, while empowering our listeners to take flight with awareness, empathy and understanding the importance of independent living solutions, fostering inclusivity and respect, and truly

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2024/03/21

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