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Note: This podcast includes thoughts about suicide. If you are struggling with thoughts of suicide, please contact the Suicide Prevention Lifeline in the U.S. (988, or 988lifeline.org, available 24/7), Samaritans in the U.K (samaritans.org), or Samaritans of Singapore in Singapore (sos.org.sg).

In episode 140, host Kevin Schaefer talks with Lucy Trevino from Chicago, Illinois. Lucy is passionate about academia and advocacy, and she volunteers for the organization Chicago Scholars. She discusses living with SMA Type 3, her familial relationships, and the importance of disability inclusion.

In episode 139, host Kevin Schaefer talks with Dianna Warren from Canton, Ohio. Dianna is an ambassador for Ms. Wheelchair USA, and for 32 years she ran a disability bowling league. She discusses these experiences, living with SMA Type 3, and her marriage of 44 years.

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In episode 138, host Kevin Schaefer talks with Nolan, who lives with SMA, and Blake Shofner from Princeton, Illinois.

The brothers discuss their dynamic as siblings and business partners, as they are the founders of Mullet Bros Co. They also discuss the importance of humor in their lives and how Nolan’s SMA has impacted them.

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In episode 137, host Kevin Schaefer talks with Jared Wayland from Ontario. Jared discusses growing up with SMA type 3 and becoming a husband and father. He also talks about his passion for music and graphic design and shares advice about building confidence with SMA.

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In episode 136, host Kevin Schaefer talks with returning guest Shaniqua Granby as she shares life updates and discusses how she navigates struggles and embraces community.

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In episode 135, host Kevin Schaefer talks with Ryan Kinnear from Glendale, Arizona. An avid fisherman and outdoor enthusiast, he uses assistive technology to pursue his passions. Ryan talks about using this technology, growing up with SMA, and managing daily life.

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