Adventures in Accessibility

Americans living with disabilities are often faced with obstacles when it comes to accessibility. These obstacles can lead to adventures and misadventures alike. Twice per month, an esteemed guest will share their story with the Rocky Mountain ADA Center. Whether you want to learn about how to make life more accessible for you or a loved one, this podcast is for you.

New episodes come out Wednesdays at 7 AM ET. Transcripts are always available in the show notes.

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Ep. 29 - Jessica Cox

Today’s guest is Jessica Cox. Jessica is recognized internationally as an inspirational keynote speaker. Born without arms, Jessica now flies airplanes, drives cars, and otherwise lives a normal life using her feet as others use their hands.

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Ep. 28 - Dr. Anjali Forber-Pratt

Today’s guest is Dr. Anjali Forber-Pratt.

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Ep. 27 - Michael Kutcher

Today’s guest is Michael Kutcher. From the moment of birth, Michael has overcome challenges and conquered obstacles that most people never even catch a glimpse of. Born as an unexpected twin, Michael met the first of many challenges at delivery.

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Ep. 26 - Cliff Devries

Today’s guest is award-winning diver and diving coach, Cliff Devries. As a young man, Cliff was a diving prodigy and was on track to make the Olympics.

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Ep. 25 - Jim Speer

Today’s guest is Jim Speer, founder of Mobility Roadside Assistance, which is the first provider of roadside assistance covering both the United States and Canada that focuses specifically on the needs of drivers with mobility disabilities, not ju

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Ep. 24 - Representative David Ortiz

Today’s guest is Colorado State Representative, David Ortiz. He is Colorado’s first lawmaker who uses a wheelchair, and the sponsor of a first-of-its-kind, state website accessibility Bill.

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Ep. 23 - Tim Gore

Content warning: this episode contains brief mentions of sexual assault and suicide. There are no graphic descriptions. 

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Ep. 22 - Judy Heumann

Today’s guest is Judy Heumann. Judy, who contracted polio in 1949 and uses a wheelchair for her mobility, is a lifelong advocate for the rights of disabled people. 

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Ep. 21 - Chris Brock

Today’s guest is Chris Brock. Chris is the Managing Attorney of Colorado Cross Disability Coalition’s Probate Power.

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Ep. 20 - Caitlin Goerlich

Today’s guest is Caitlin Goerlich. Caitlin is a contemporary romance writer whose debut novel, The Silent Summer, was published in May of 2021. She holds a bachelor’s degree in English with a focus on Creative Writing from Kean University. 

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Ep. 19 - Keri Gray

Today’s guest is Keri Grey. As a child, Keri was diagnosed with bone cancer which resulted in an amputated leg. 

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Ep. 18 - Conor O'Meara & Scott Applebaum

Today's guests are Scott Applebaum and Connor O'Meara. Together, they host Conor's Corner, a radio show out of St. Paul, Minnesota, where they talk about sports, music, life, and whatever's on their minds.