The SwagAbility Show

SwagAbility Studios

The SwagAbility Show is a faith-rooted podcast sharing real, unfiltered conversations about resilience, disability, chronic illness, caregiving, and purpose after life-altering adversity. Hosted by Stephen Wagstaff, a C5 quadriplegic from a diving accident at age 19, the show speaks directly to individuals, caregivers, veterans, and families navigating disability, trauma, PTSD, mental health challenges, and burnout. Each episode explores adaptive resources, assistive technology, mobility, rehabilitation, health insights, and real-life stories that help listeners move forward with clarity and hope. Grounded in a Christ-centered, biblical worldview, The SwagAbility Show offers encouragement from lived experience—not theory. Our mission is simple: to help you thrive wherever life finds you. Want to be a guest on The SwagAbility Show? Send Stephen Wagstaff a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/swagability

Episodes

  1. 22H AGO

    Breath-Powered Independence with QuadJoy

    What if the ability to text, run a business, surf the internet—or even play Xbox—could be restored using nothing more than your breath? For individuals living with high-level spinal cord injuries, even the smallest daily tasks can become overwhelming barriers to independence. But today’s episode introduces a life-changing innovation that is redefining what autonomy looks like for people with limited or no use of their arms or hands. In this powerful conversation, Stephen sits down with Will and Rich from QuadJoy, an assistive technology company whose breath-powered controller system is giving individuals living with quadriplegia the ability to communicate, create, work, and engage with the world again—on their own terms. Born from tragedy and fueled by love, QuadJoy is more than just a device—it’s a pathway back to independence, productivity, and purpose. Together, we explore: • How breath-controlled assistive technology works • The story behind QuadJoy’s creation • The impact of restored digital independence • Why accessibility innovation matters for inclusion • What autonomy can look like after life-altering injury For anyone navigating disability, caregiving, or th future of accessibility tools, this episode offers real hope—and real solutions. Support the SwagAbility mission:https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donation-form/donate-to-change-lives-today Want to be a guest on The SwagAbility Show? Send Stephen Wagstaff a message on PodMatch, here:https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/swagability #PodMatch A breath-powered assistive technology is helping individuals with quadriplegia text, work, and live independently. Learn how QuadJoy is transforming accessibility and restoring autonomy. quadriplegia, spinal cord injury, assistive technology, accessibility tools, adaptive technology, independence after injury, disability innovation, inclusive design, breath control technology, caregiving, adaptive gaming, accessibility solutions chapters: 00:00 – Introduction to Breath-Powered Technology 01:14 – The Story Behind QuadJoy 03:30 – Life After High-Level Spinal Cord Injury 07:45 – How the Device Works 12:10 – Restoring Digital Independence 17:20 – Innovation in Assistive Technology 22:05 – Impact on Work, Creativity & Recreation 26:40 – Who QuadJoy Helps 31:15 – The Future of Accessibility Innovation 35:00 – Where to Learn More Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 12m
  2. ECMO Survivor Becomes Champion Boxer and Cancer Researcher with Nick Akosa

    2D AGO

    ECMO Survivor Becomes Champion Boxer and Cancer Researcher with Nick Akosa

    Nicholas "Nick" Akosa wasn’t just placed on life support — he was placed on ECMO, one of the most advanced and invasive life support systems used when the body can no longer sustain life on its own. After being put into a medically induced coma due to an unknown illness, his future was uncertain. Today, he’s stepped into the ring as a champion amateur boxer — and is also working as a world-class scientist researching therapies that could impact the future of cancer treatment. In this episode of The SwagAbility Show, I sit down with Nick to explore what it takes to fight your way back after life-altering adversity. From surviving ECMO life support and navigating physical recovery, to managing the emotional toll of trauma and burnout, this conversation offers insight for anyone facing disability, illness, PTSD, caregiver fatigue, or life disruption. We discuss: • What ECMO life support is and why it’s used • Recovering physically and mentally after a medically induced coma • The emotional impact of trauma and adversity • Navigating burnout in high-performance environments • The role of faith in resilience and healing • Returning to elite-level athletic performance • Using lived adversity to fuel scientific work in cancer therapy If you or someone you love is navigating trauma, chronic illness, disability, or caregiver burnout — this episode offers practical encouragement and Christ-centered hope for the road ahead. At SwagAbility, it’s our mission to help you Thrive Wherever Life Finds You. Want to be a guest on The SwagAbility Show? Send Stephen Wagstaff a message on PodMatch, here:https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/swagability #PodMatch Chapters: 00:00 Introduction: From ECMO to Comeback 02:12 Nick’s Unknown Illness & ECMO Life Support 06:45 Medically Induced Coma & Recovery 11:18 Mental Toll of Critical Illness 17:03 Trauma, Burnout & Emotional Resilience 23:40 Faith’s Role in the Healing Process 29:55 Returning to Physical Performance 35:10 Becoming a Champion Amateur Boxer 40:22 Scientific Work in Cancer Therapy 46:05 Encouragement for Caregivers & Survivors 50:00 Final Thoughts & Moving Forward SwagAbility Studios 2026 www.SwagAbility.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 8m
  3. FEB 18

    When Everything Falls Apart From Single Mom to Braille Teacher with Gail Showalter

    Sometimes life doesn’t just change your plans — it changes everything. In this episode of The SwagAbility Show, I sit down with Gail Showalter, a former high school teacher who found herself raising three children alone after losing the marriage, the security, and the future she thought she had built. What followed was a calling she never expected. In her 40s, Gail went back to school to become a certified Braille instructor, working one-on-one with children who were blind or visually impaired. Through this work, she discovered something powerful — resilience isn’t taught through sight, but through belief. We talk about: • Teaching children born without vision • Learning Braille later in life • Parenting as a single mom • Starting over in your 40s • Encouragement over judgment • And why baby steps still move you forward Today, Gail leads a nonprofit helping single mothers return to school and rebuild their futures — financially, emotionally, and spiritually. If you’ve ever felt like it’s too late to start again, this conversation will remind you that purpose often begins when everything else falls apart. Chapters: 00:00 – When Life Changes Direction 01:00 – Losing Stability as a Single Mom 03:25 – An Unexpected Calling to Teach the Blind 05:45 – Going Back to College in Your 40s 08:05 – Learning Braille from Scratch 10:30 – Teaching Children Without Sight 12:55 – Early Development for Blind Infants 15:20 – Understanding Braille & Tactile Learning 17:45 – First Experiences in the Resource Room 19:50 – Adapting Classroom Materials 22:15 – Lessons Learned from Students 24:40 – Staying Connected Years Later 26:50 – From Teacher to Advocate for Single Moms 28:20 – Launching a Nonprofit 30:45 – Faith as Motivation 32:45 – Compassion Over Judgment 35:05 – Helping Women Return to School 37:30 – Baby Steps Toward Change 39:50 – How to Connect with Gail Want to be a guest on The SwagAbility Show? Send Stephen Wagstaff a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/swagability    #PodMatch To learn more about Swagability visit us at www.swagability.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    47 min
  4. Unlocking Hope A Non Surgical Approach to Chronic Pain with Dr William Moyle

    FEB 10

    Unlocking Hope A Non Surgical Approach to Chronic Pain with Dr William Moyle

    Unlocking Hope: A Non-Surgical Approach to Chronic Pain with Dr. William Moyle Life can change in a moment — through illness, disability, trauma, or burnout — and when it does, too many people are left feeling unseen and unheard. In this episode, Dr. William Moyle shares his groundbreaking three-step system that offers a hopeful, non-invasive alternative to chronic pain treatment. Whether you're living with pain, caring for someone, or simply seeking new ways to heal, this conversation shines a light on the body's remarkable ability to recover when correctly supported. In this episode The true cause of chronic pain is a problem, not just its symptoms The proven three-step system to discover and address root causes Why age is not a barrier to healing and regeneration How body's cells regenerate and what that means for sustained recovery Real stories from pro athletes and everyday heroes whose lives changed The importance of listening to the patient over relying solely on scans Practical steps for assessing and treating pain without surgery How natural movement and biomechanics play critical roles in healing Hope for those with long-standing or complex pain conditions Resources for finding practitioners aligned with systemic, logic-based care Chapters: 00:00 - The hidden truth behind chronic pain and a new approach02:20 - The importance of discovering the real cause of pain, not just masking symptoms03:49 - How the body’s cells regenerate and the impact on healing06:42 - Surprising patient results and what sets Dr. Moyle’s system apart08:38 - The assessments and tools that reveal the root cause10:06 - How long it takes to see meaningful recovery and what influences it12:57 - Real stories from athletes and clients whose lives transformed16:17 - The personal journey that led Dr. Moyle into this innovative practice22:05 - The intersection of chiropractic philosophy and body self-healing26:27 - The future of pain management amid societal and technological shifts29:04 - Hope for those with disabilities and how natural healing still works33:59 - The importance of avoiding masking and embracing the body's natural recovery36:03 - Practical tips on nutrition and lifestyle for reducing inflammation38:43 - How to find a practitioner who understands biomechanics and systemic care41:11 - Final encouragement: Your body has the potential to heal Resources & Links Linktree - Dr. William Moyle – Find more about his practice and resources How to connect: For consultations or questions, visit Dr. Moyle’s Linktree Follow Dr. William Moyle on Facebook for latest research insights Brought to you by SwagAbility - thrive where life finds you! Want to be a guest on The SwagAbility Show? Send Stephen Wagstaff a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/swagability    #PodMatch swagability.com @SwagAbilityLive on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    49 min
  5. Why Diets Fail Trauma Informed Nutrition Metabolism and Healing with Lisa Franz

    JAN 23

    Why Diets Fail Trauma Informed Nutrition Metabolism and Healing with Lisa Franz

    Most diets fail — and it’s not your fault. In this powerful episode of The Swagability Show, trauma-informed nutritionist Lisa Franz explains how diet culture, trauma, and metabolism intersect, and what true healing with food can look like. Why do diets fail so often — and why does the blame almost always fall on our bodies instead of the system? In this episode of The Swagability Show, Stephen Wagstaff sits down with trauma-informed nutritionist Lisa Franz to unpack the deep harm caused by diet culture, metabolic myths, and one-size-fits-all wellness advice. Together, they explore how trauma, chronic stress, and survival biology impact our relationship with food — and why healing starts with safety, not restriction. This conversation is especially important for people living with chronic illness, disability, trauma histories, caregivers, and anyone who has felt “broken” by dieting. Lisa shares compassionate insights on metabolism, intuitive nourishment, and how to rebuild trust with your body without shame or fear. ✨ This episode is not about weight loss.✨ It’s about dignity, nervous system regulation, and sustainable care.✨ You deserve support — not punishment — in your healing journey. If this conversation resonates, consider supporting The Swagability Show so we can continue bringing trauma-informed voices to the world. 🔑 Key Takeaways Most diets fail because they ignore trauma, biology, and nervous system safety Metabolism is adaptive — not broken — especially under chronic stress Diet culture often retraumatizes people with chronic illness and disability Healing with food starts with compassion, not control Trauma-informed nutrition prioritizes safety, autonomy, and trust You are not failing your body — your body is protecting you Chapters: 00:00 – Why Most Diets Fail 02:15 – Diet Culture & Moralizing Food 05:40 – Trauma, Stress & Metabolism 10:30 – Why Your Body Isn’t Broken 15:45 – Chronic Illness & Nutrition Shame 21:10 – What Trauma-Informed Nutrition Means 27:30 – Rebuilding Trust with Your Body 33:50 – Letting Go of Restriction & Control 39:20 – Sustainable Healing & Compassion 45:10 – Final Thoughts & Support the Show Follow Swagability Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swagabilitylive TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@swagabilitylive LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-wagstaff-1a780a279/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SwagAbilityLive ❤️ Support the mission:https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donation-form/donate-to-change-lives-today Want to be a guest on The SwagAbility Show? Send Stephen Wagstaff a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/swagability    #PodMatch #TraumaInformed #DietCulture #ChronicIllness #IntuitiveEating #PodMatch #Swagability #HealingNotHustle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 1m
  6. Redefining Identity After Disability—What No One Prepares You For

    JAN 20

    Redefining Identity After Disability—What No One Prepares You For

    Disability can change more than your body — it can redefine your identity, your community, and your place in the world. In this episode of The SwagAbility Show, Stephen Wagstaff sits down with Peter Torres-Fremlin, founder and editor of Disability Debrief, a global publication featuring disability voices from more than 160 countries. Peter shares how disability becomes a global identity, what he learned working with international organizations in Bangladesh, Brazil, Switzerland, and Egypt, and how different cultures approach disability inclusion, accessibility, stigma, and advocacy. Together they explore: • Disability as a global identity • Cultural differences in disability inclusion • Stigma and discrimination across societies • Why disabled-led organizing matters • Practical everyday advocacy steps • Balancing purpose with burnout prevention Follow Peter at:https://disabilitydebrief.org Support the SwagAbility mission:https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donation-form/donate-to-change-lives-today Want to be a guest on The SwagAbility Show? Send Stephen Wagstaff a message on PodMatch, here:https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/swagability #PodMatch 🎧 The Swagability Show is a trauma-informed podcast amplifying lived experience at the intersection of disability, mental health, and human dignity. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction: Identity and Life Change 02:42 When Disability Redefines Your World 06:11 The Emotional Impact No One Prepares You For 09:58 Grief, Loss, and Letting Go of Old Versions 13:44 Mental Health and the Cost of Silence 17:26 Rebuilding Identity After Disability 21:08 The Role of Support and Community 24:57 Living With Uncertainty Day to Day 28:41 Redefining Strength and Success 32:15 Words of Hope for Anyone Struggling 35:40 What Living Fully Really Means ✅ KEY TAKEAWAYS • Disability often reshapes identity, not just daily life• Grief is a natural response to life-altering change• Mental health support is essential, not optional• Strength looks different for everyone• Dignity and representation matter• Lived experience deserves to be heard and respected #PodMatch #SwagAbility #DisabilityAwareness#MentalHealthMatters #Resilience 🌐 CONNECT WITH THE SWAGABILITY SHOW 📸 Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/swagabilitylive/ 🎵 TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@swagabilitylive 💼 LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-wagstaff-1a780a279/ ▶️ YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@SwagAbilityLive 💛 SUPPORT / DONATION LINK Support The Swagability Show and help us continue creating trauma-informed, inclusive conversations that center lived experience and dignity: 👉 https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donation-form/donate-to-change-lives-today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 9m
  7. When Life Changes Overnight - Finding Strength After Diagnosis Loss and Uncertainty

    JAN 15

    When Life Changes Overnight - Finding Strength After Diagnosis Loss and Uncertainty

    Everything can change in a moment—and no one prepares you for that.A raw conversation about diagnosis, resilience, and rebuilding life after uncertainty. In this powerful episode of The Swagability Show, Louise Twardowski shares her deeply human experience of navigating sudden life changes, health challenges, and the emotional impact of uncertainty. With honesty and compassion, Louise reflects on what it means to adapt when life doesn’t go according to plan—and how resilience is built one moment at a time. This conversation explores the emotional toll of diagnosis, the invisible grief that often follows major life shifts, and the importance of support, understanding, and dignity when navigating health and disability. Louise speaks to the complexity of identity, the pressure to “stay strong,” and the reality that healing is rarely linear. If you or someone you love has experienced a major diagnosis, disability, or unexpected life change, this episode offers validation, grounding, and hope—without minimizing the difficulty of the journey. Topics include:• Coping with diagnosis and life-altering change• Emotional resilience during uncertainty• Disability, health, and identity• Grief, loss, and adaptation• The importance of support systems• Finding meaning when life feels fragile 🎧 The Swagability Show is a trauma-informed podcast centered on disability, mental health, lived experience, and human dignity. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction: When Life Changes Suddenly 02:36 The Moment Everything Shifted 05:41 Navigating Diagnosis and Uncertainty 09:18 The Emotional Impact No One Talks About 13:02 Identity After Life-Altering Change 17:09 The Pressure to Stay Strong 21:04 The Role of Support and Understanding 25:11 Living With Uncertainty Day to Day 29:06 Redefining Strength and Resilience 33:01 Words of Hope for Anyone Struggling 36:22 What Healing Really Looks Like ✅ KEY TAKEAWAYS • Sudden diagnosis can reshape identity and daily life• Emotional resilience is built through honesty, not denial• Strength doesn’t mean ignoring grief or fear• Support systems are critical during life transitions• Disability and health challenges deserve dignity and empathy• Healing is nonlinear and deeply personal #PodMatch #SwagAbility #DisabilityAwareness #Resilience#MentalHealthMatters 🌐 CONNECT WITH THE SWAGABILITY SHOW 📸 Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/swagabilitylive/ 🎵 TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@swagabilitylive 💼 LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-wagstaff-1a780a279/ ▶️ YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@SwagAbilityLive 💛 SUPPORT / DONATION LINK Support The Swagability Show and help us continue creating trauma-informed, inclusive conversations that center dignity, lived experience, and hope: 👉 https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donation-form/donate-to-change-lives-today Want to be a guest on The SwagAbility Show? Send Stephen Wagstaff a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/swagability    #PodMatch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    47 min
  8. Osteogenesis Imperfecta 500 Broken Bones and One Unbreakable Mission Katherine Klimitas

    JAN 13

    Osteogenesis Imperfecta 500 Broken Bones and One Unbreakable Mission Katherine Klimitas

    What does resilience look like when your bones break before your dreams even begin? In this episode of The SwagAbility Show, Stephen Wagstaff sits down with Katherine Klimitas, an advocate, speaker, and changemaker living with Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI) — also known as Brittle Bone Disease. Standing at 2 foot 7 inches tall and having experienced more than 500 broken bones, Katherine’s story is one of perseverance, purpose, and redefining what strength really means. Rather than allowing diagnosis, disability, or adversity to define her future, Katherine has transformed her lived experience into a global mission to raise awareness and advocate for individuals living with rare genetic conditions. Together, Stephen and Katherine explore: • What it’s like growing up with Osteogenesis Imperfecta • Navigating identity after disability diagnosis • Living with chronic pain and repeated medical trauma • The emotional and relational impact of rare disease • Advocacy and raising awareness for the OI community • Finding purpose through adversity • How faith and resilience shape the path forward Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction to Katherine’s Story 00:01:12 Living with Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI) 00:03:05 Early Childhood and First Fractures 00:06:18 Understanding Brittle Bone Disease 00:09:42 Growing Up with Chronic Pain 00:13:27 Medical Trauma and Repeated Surgeries 00:17:10 Identity and Life After Diagnosis 00:21:55 Navigating Social Barriers and Stigma 00:26:40 Finding Purpose Through Advocacy 00:31:22 Faith, Resilience, and Mental Health 00:36:08 Supporting Families Facing Rare Disease 00:40:15 Raising Awareness for the OI Community 00:45:02 Encouragement for Listeners 00:48:20 Where to Connect with Katherine 00:50:10 Closing Thoughts + SwagAbility Outro If you or someone you love is navigating chronic illness, disability, or life-altering circumstances, this conversation offers encouragement, perspective, and hope. Support the mission:https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donation-form/donate-to-change-lives-today Want to be a guest on The SwagAbility Show? Send Stephen Wagstaff a message on PodMatch, here:https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/swagability #PodMatch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    51 min
  9. When Life Forces a Reset Leadership Resilience and Rising Through Adversity John Fela

    JAN 6

    When Life Forces a Reset Leadership Resilience and Rising Through Adversity John Fela

    Sometimes life doesn’t just challenge you — it forces a complete reset. In this episode of The SwagAbility Show, Stephen Wagstaff sits down with John Fela to talk about what happens when adversity disrupts your plans, challenges your identity, and forces you to rebuild your life from the ground up. Through personal experience, John shares how leadership is often forged not in comfort, but in moments of uncertainty, loss, and transition. Together, they explore how resilience, mindset, and purpose can emerge through adversity and how individuals can learn to rise stronger after life-altering challenges. In this episode: • Navigating unexpected life disruption • Leadership shaped through adversity • Identity after hardship • Rebuilding mindset and purpose • Personal growth through life transitions • Practical resilience strategies • Encouragement for those facing uncertainty Chapters: 0:00 — Introduction to John’s Story 1:45 — Facing Unexpected Adversity 4:32 — Leadership Through Hardship 8:10 — Identity After Life Disruption 12:55 — Mindset Shifts That Matter 17:40 — Navigating Personal Growth 22:15 — Rebuilding After Setbacks 27:50 — Developing Resilience 33:05 — Purpose Through Adversity 38:20 — Encouragement for Listeners 42:10 — Where to Connect with John 45:00 — Closing Thoughts + SwagAbility Outro If you’re walking through a season of change, uncertainty, or challenge, this conversation will encourage you to move forward with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Support SwagAbility the mission:https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donation-form/donate-to-change-lives-today Want to be a guest on The SwagAbility Show? Send Stephen Wagstaff a message on PodMatch, here:https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/swagability #PodMatch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 11m
  10. From the Battlefield to Purpose Military Mindset Leadership and Life After Service

    JAN 4

    From the Battlefield to Purpose Military Mindset Leadership and Life After Service

    What happens when the mission ends — but the mindset remains? In this episode of The SwagAbility Show, Stephen Wagstaff sits down with a military coach to explore the challenges and opportunities that come with transitioning from life in uniform to life beyond service. Together, they discuss how leadership, discipline, and resilience developed in the military can shape identity, mindset, and purpose long after active duty ends. From navigating the emotional and mental challenges of transition to finding renewed direction in civilian life, this conversation offers practical insight and encouragement for veterans, first responders, and anyone facing major life change. In this episode: • Transitioning from military to civilian life • Identity after service • Leadership beyond the battlefield • Mental resilience and mindset • Purpose after adversity • Navigating uncertainty and change • Lessons from military training that apply to everyday life If you or someone you love is navigating life after service, this episode offers encouragement, perspective, and hope for the journey ahead. Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction and Military Background 00:02:05 Leadership Lessons from Service 00:05:18 Transitioning to Civilian Life 00:09:42 Identity After the Uniform 00:14:10 Discipline and Mental Resilience 00:18:55 Navigating Purpose Beyond Service 00:23:30 Applying Military Mindset to Daily Life 00:28:12 Facing Adversity After Transition 00:32:48 Supporting Veterans in Civilian Careers 00:37:05 Practical Advice for Life After Service 00:41:22 Encouragement for Veterans and Families 00:45:10 Where to Connect 00:47:30 Closing Thoughts + SwagAbility Outro Support the SwagAbility mission:https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donation-form/donate-to-change-lives-today Want to be a guest on The SwagAbility Show? Send Stephen Wagstaff a message on PodMatch, here:https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/swagability #PodMatch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 2m
  11. Start Here Thriving When Life Is Interrupted

    JAN 1

    Start Here Thriving When Life Is Interrupted

    If your life has ever been interrupted by disability, illness, trauma, caregiving, or an unexpected diagnosis, you’re not alone—and you’re in the right place. I’m Stephen Wagstaff, a C5 quadriplegic since a diving accident at age 19. For over 10,000 days, I’ve been learning what it means to adapt when life doesn’t go according to plan—and how purpose can still exist even when everything changes. The SwagAbility Show is for individuals, families, caregivers, and veterans navigating life after adversity. In this trailer episode, you’ll discover what this show is all about and what you can expect each week: • Real stories of resilience from people living with disability and chronic illness • The latest in assistive technology, adaptive tools, and accessible services • Practical strategies for everyday challenges • Encouragement rooted in faith and lived experience • Conversations that bring clarity—not overwhelm At SwagAbility, we believe adversity doesn’t erase purpose—it refines it. If you're looking for hope grounded in reality, tools you can actually use, and stories that remind you your journey isn't over, this show was made for you. Chapters: ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 Welcome to The SwagAbility Show 01:05 Who This Podcast Is For 02:10 When Life Is Interrupted by Disability or Trauma 03:45 What You Can Expect from This Show 05:10 The Role of Faith in Adversity 06:30 Our Personal Journey Through Loss & Illness 07:20 Why SwagAbility Exists 08:00 Thrive Wherever Life Finds You Support the SwagAbility mission:https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donation-form/donate-to-change-lives-today Want to be a guest on The SwagAbility Show? Send Stephen Wagstaff a message on PodMatch, here:https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/swagability #PodMatch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    5 min

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The SwagAbility Show is a faith-rooted podcast sharing real, unfiltered conversations about resilience, disability, chronic illness, caregiving, and purpose after life-altering adversity. Hosted by Stephen Wagstaff, a C5 quadriplegic from a diving accident at age 19, the show speaks directly to individuals, caregivers, veterans, and families navigating disability, trauma, PTSD, mental health challenges, and burnout. Each episode explores adaptive resources, assistive technology, mobility, rehabilitation, health insights, and real-life stories that help listeners move forward with clarity and hope. Grounded in a Christ-centered, biblical worldview, The SwagAbility Show offers encouragement from lived experience—not theory. Our mission is simple: to help you thrive wherever life finds you. Want to be a guest on The SwagAbility Show? Send Stephen Wagstaff a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/swagability