Dr. Cort Schneider uses his experience as an athlete, author, and advocate with a disability to engage in honest conversations with those who have disabilities. Using the lens of sports Dr. Schneider and his guests will discuss issues of identity, advocacy, access, and self-determination. These conversations will also celebrate disability as a cultural identity.
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Dr. Cort Schneider uses his experience as an athlete, author, and advocate with a disability to engage in honest conversations with those who have disabilities. Using the lens of sports Dr. Schneider and his guests will discuss issues of identity, advocacy, access, and self-determination. These conversations will also celebrate disability as a cultural identity.
In this episode, Tood Petit and I talk College Wheelchair basketball. We talk about the Men's and Women's Division. If you like college basketball you will like this episode!
In this week's episode Emre and Esen Kusmin. Esen is a mom with a disability, and her son Emre share their story. This is a cool conversation about the power of sports, and creating opportunities for athletes with disabilities
In this episode we sit down with Bob Babbit, on the Co-Founders of The Challenged Athletes Foundation! We talk about CAF, and the power of recreation for people with disabilities.
You can visit CAF at their website: Challenged Athletes Foundation: Empowering Lives Through Sport
In this episode I sit down with Dr. Sarah Curzi. We talk about her journey as a person as a person with an invisible disability. We also discuss her work with college students who have disability. We also discuss how to advocate for yourself in the workplace.
In this episode we have a great conversation with Opie Lade. We discuss his Induction into the Wheelchair Basketball Hall of Fame, and his journey as an athlete with a disability!
In this Episode Bob Molinatti. Bon has spent three decades covering adaptive sports! We have a cool conversation about the emerging sport of Wheelchair Football!
In this Episode We sit Down with Riley Blee, and we talk about his experience as a hunter with a disability, and we discuss wheelchair football!
Here is the link to Kansas Adaptive Outfitters.
Kansas Adaptive Outfitters | adaptive hunting | Kansas City, MO, USA
In this episode, we talk with Doug Dumas. We have a great conversation about his journey with wheelchair softball. The is a wide ranging conversation that is worth a listen!
We sit down with Wheelchair Softball World Series Champion Josh Maier! We talk about this year's tournament at the Mall of America. We also explore the state of wheelchair softball, and Josh and I, discuss ways to grow the sport.
In this week's episode we sit down with Al Kovach Editor In Chief of Sports N Spokes magazine. We have an interesting conversation of the magazine and the exciting new redesign!
Sports N Spokes
In this episode we sit down with Keith Wallace who is the Commissioner of the National Wheelchair Softball Association. We discuss his hall of fame career, and the state of wheelchair softball. We also discuss the Wheelchair Softball World Series Taking Places in Minneapolis Minesota, August 14-16 at the Mall of America Parking Lot!
If you're interested in supporting the event please visit their website: USA Wheelchair Softball
In this Episode wen sit down with Dave Stevens. We talk about his journey as an athlete without legs who played college and professional sports. We also talk about his career in media and the importance of self-advocacy!
Check out Dave's website at Dave Stevens
In this episode with sit down with Marly Saade. She opens up in a powerful conversation about disability, identity and the power of sports. I think you will enjoy this conversation.
In our newest episode, we sit down with Jacob Couch. In this wide-ranging conversation, we discuss volunteering, the power of community, and wheelchair basketball!
In this Episode we sit down with Todd and Michelle Hedtke, We discuss their journey and Winning Pathways and Winning Abilities. We also talk about the Partnership between these organizations and this podcast! I am excited about this collaboration, and I think you will enjoy this conversation.
Home - Promoting Exceptional Talent - Winning Abilities
Nonprofit Organization | Twin Cities - Winning Pathways Foundation
In this episode we talk with Forest Lodge about the River City Slam the upcoming Wheelchair Tennis tournament in Richmond Virginia June 4-7! Come out and watch, and there are still looking for volunteers! you can sign up at the following link: Welcome | 2025 River City Slam Volunteer | Sportable
In this episode we sit down with Hannah Smith, she talks about work, wheelchair basketball and the importance of her faith. This is a great conversation!
In this episode we sit down with Mike Mcgrath the founder of the River City Inclusive Gym. This is a great conversation!
Check out this video that highlights the work at the River City Inclusive Gym.
If you are interested in supporting the River City Inclusive Gym please contact the
Director of Community relations Joanna Wylie's via email, joanna@rcig.org or by phone 804-572-6357.
If you are interested in Sponsoring their work, please contact Mike McGrath via email at mike@rcig.org or by phone at 804-239-0595
In this Episode we talk with Ryan Hynes the Head Coach of the Women Wheelchair Basketball Team. We discuss his dynastic team, and how he developed a program that has won 5 consecutive national titles!
Dr. Cort Schneider uses his experience as an athlete, author, and advocate with a disability to engage in honest conversations with those who have disabilities. Using the lens of sports Dr. Schneider and his guests will discuss issues of identity, advocacy, access, and self-determination. These conversations will also celebrate disability as a cultural identity.
