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Wheel With It / Devon Wieters
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 Hello! I am Devon Wieters and welcome to Wheel with It. On this show, we interview people from all walks of life in order to gain wisdom and perspective from their journeys. In this community, no matter who you are or where you come from, there's a place for you. If you like Joe Rogan but don't like three-hour podcasts or vulgarity, our podcast is for you! Watch on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts! Fascinating people. Real conversations. RSSVERIFY

  1. Cerebral Palsy Athlete Competes in First Strength Competition | Savannah Hinegardner

    4D AGO

    Cerebral Palsy Athlete Competes in First Strength Competition | Savannah Hinegardner

    Cerebral Palsy Athlete Competes in First Strength Competition | Savannah Hinegardner Savannah Hinegardner joins Wheel With It to share her inspiring journey living with cerebral palsy and competing in her first strength competition.Savannah explains how personal training became the best therapy she’s ever experienced — both physically and mentally — and how she’s using strength training to advocate for the disability community.Because Savannah communicates using an AAC device, this unique conversation highlights accessibility, determination, and breaking barriers.👉 In this episode:• Living with cerebral palsy• First strength competition experience• Strength training as therapy• Disability advocacy• Using AAC communication devices• Breaking barriers in fitnessSavannah’s story is inspiring, powerful, and a reminder that strength comes in many forms.👉 Timestamps:0:00 The Moment That Changed Everything 0:20 Meet Savannah (CP Athlete) 0:50 Living with Cerebral Palsy 1:30 Why She Started Strength Training 2:10 Training for Her First Competition 3:00 Biggest Challenges She Faced 3:50 Building Confidence Through Fitness 4:40 What Keeps Her Motivated 5:30 Advice for Others with Disabilities 6:20 Mindset & Mental Strength 7:10 What’s Next for Savannah 8:00 Final Message You Need to Hear 👉 Follow Savannah Hinegardner:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sav_swings?igsh=czQ5Nnh4Z3hkMnRuTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@savannahhinegardner?_r=1&_t=ZT-95XFrZ5T1gMFollow Wheel With It:👉 https://wheelwithit.com/followusSubscribe on YouTube:👉 https://wheelwithit.com/youtube#CerebralPalsy#AdaptiveAthlete#DisabilityAdvocacy#WheelWithIt#AdaptiveFitness#DisabilityCommunity#StrengthTraining#InspirationSubscribe for more inspiring conversations:https://wheelwithit.com/youtube to subscribe on YouTube. Hit the bell so that you get notified when we upload new episodes! You can go to getwheelwithit.com to subscribe on your favorite audio platform! If you subscribe on an audio platform and the app allows it, please be sure to leave a five-star rating and review. It really helps people find the show!Follow the podcast and Devon on social media at wheelwithit.com/followus

    9 min
  2. Motorcycle Accident Survivor Rebuilds Life After Coma & Breast Cancer | Shannon Michelle’s Inspiring Recovery Story

    MAR 29

    Motorcycle Accident Survivor Rebuilds Life After Coma & Breast Cancer | Shannon Michelle’s Inspiring Recovery Story

    What happens when a motorcycle accident changes your life in an instant? In this powerful and inspiring episode, I sit down with motorcycle accident survivor Shannon Michelle, who shares her incredible journey of survival, resilience, and recovery after a devastating crash left her in a coma for months. After waking up, Shannon had to relearn basic life skills like walking, talking, and reading — rebuilding her life step by step after a traumatic brain injury. But the challenges didn’t stop there. Just a year and a half into her recovery, Shannon was diagnosed with breast cancer, forcing her to face another life-altering battle. In this conversation, we talk about resilience, recovery after brain injury, mindset, and how Shannon learned to embrace a new version of life after trauma. Shannon also shares powerful advice for anyone facing adversity and discusses her inspiring new book Step Into Your Miracle. If you or someone you love is navigating brain injury recovery, a motorcycle accident, cancer diagnosis, or major life challenge — this episode is for you. In this episode, we discuss: Motorcycle accident survival and recovery Life after coma and traumatic brain injury Relearning basic life skills Facing breast cancer during recovery Adapting to memory challenges and limitations Advice for overcoming trauma and adversity Shannon Michelle’s book Step Into Your Miracle [00:00] Shannon’s motorcycle accident and coma [11:43] Facing breast cancer during recovery [16:51] Adapting to new abilities and limitations [20:43] Advice for others facing trauma [26:45] Shannon’s book Step Into Your Miracle Follow the Podcast & Host Devon Wieters: https://wheelwithit.com/followus Follow Shannon Michelle: Website: https://stepintoyourmiracle.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-michelle-a870a4371?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stepintoyourmiracle?igsh=bXE5dm Subscribe & Listen: Subscribe on YouTube: https://wheelwithit.com/youtube Listen on your favorite audio platform: https://getwheelwithit.com If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to follow, rate, review, and share the podcast with someone who could use a little inspiration today.

    18 min
  3. 2026 Welfare Benefits Guide: How to Qualify & Maximize Your Payments| Wheel with it Podcast

    MAR 21

    2026 Welfare Benefits Guide: How to Qualify & Maximize Your Payments| Wheel with it Podcast

    2026 Welfare Benefits Guide: How to Qualify & Maximize Your Payments| Wheel with it Podcast Want to maximize your government benefits in 2026? This complete welfare benefits guide breaks down EVERYTHING you need to know. In this video, I’m sharing a full federal benefits training from a local disability advocacy organization—the Endependence Center—so you can better understand how to qualify for and maximize your benefits. We cover: • Social Security (SSI & SSDI) • SNAP (Food Stamps) • Medicare & Medicaid • Federal Housing Assistance • Childcare Assistance Programs 👇 Access the Full Training Resources: 👉Access the websites to learn more about the federal benefits mentioned in the presentation https://endependence.org/march-2026-federal-benefits-training-materials/ 📊 Download the PowerPoint from this training: https://endependence.org/march-2026-federal-benefits-training-materials/ 🏢 Learn more about the Endependence Center: https://endependence.org/ 📍 Find a Center for Independent Living (CIL) near you: https://ncil.org/about/find-your-cil/ 📌 Who This Is For: If you are disabled, low-income, unemployed, or helping someone navigate federal assistance programs—this video is for you. This guide will help you: ✔ Understand eligibility requirements ✔ Avoid common application mistakes ✔ Maximize the benefits you receive 👍 If you found value, hit like & subscribe! 00:00 Introduction & Purpose of Training 00:48 What Are Federal Benefits Programs? 02:05 Overview of Social Security (SSI vs SSDI) 06:12 SSI Eligibility & Requirements 11:45 SSDI Eligibility & Work Credits 17:30 SNAP (Food Stamps) Program Explained 22:40 Medicare Coverage Breakdown 27:55 Medicaid Eligibility & Services 33:20 Housing Assistance Programs Overview 38:10 Childcare Assistance Programs 42:25 How Benefits Work Together (Important Section) 46:40 Tips to Maximize Your Benefits 50:15 Common Mistakes to Avoid 54:10 Resources & Where to Get Help 57:00 Final Thoughts & Wrap-Up

    1h 10m
  4. Surviving a Traumatic Brain Injury After a Motorcycle Crash | Nicholas Ruchlewicz and Devon

    MAR 18

    Surviving a Traumatic Brain Injury After a Motorcycle Crash | Nicholas Ruchlewicz and Devon

    Surviving a Traumatic Brain Injury After a Motorcycle Crash | Nicholas Ruchlewicz and Devon Wieters In this episode of the Wheel With It Podcast, Devon Wieters sits down with Nicholas Ruchlewicz to discuss surviving a devastating motorcycle accident and rebuilding life after a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Nicholas shares the emotional and mental challenges of brain injury recovery and how connecting with support organizations and other survivors helped him find purpose after his injury. This episode explores the realities of traumatic brain injury recovery and how survivors can rebuild their lives after life‑changing trauma. The Wheel With It Podcast, hosted by Devon Wieters, features real conversations with inspiring guests about disability, resilience, advocacy, and overcoming adversity.⸻🎧 Listen to the podcast on all platformshttps://wheelwithit.com📺 Subscribe on YouTubehttps://wheelwithit.com/youtube📬 Subscribe to the newsletterhttps://wheelwithit.com/substack📲 Follow Devon and the podcasthttps://wheelwithit.com/followusConnect with Nicholas: https://linktr.ee/giftofperspective?utm_source=linktree_profile_sharesid=85936f84-5e64-4108-b870-86fa4d3ecb17 https://www.instagram.com/npr_nerd?igsh=dG51emJyM2dpMjM=Chapters:This episode discusses surviving a traumatic brain injury after a motorcycle accident, the rehab process, and the emotional challenges of TBI recovery. Timesstamps: 0:00 Introduction0:42 Meet Nicholas Ruchlewicz2:15 The Motorcycle Crash That Changed Everything4:10 Surviving a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)6:05 The First Days After the Accident8:18 Feeling Trapped Inside Your Own Mind10:12 The Long Road to Brain Injury Recovery12:30 The Rehab Process After a TBI15:05 Mental Health and Isolation After Brain Injury17:20 Finding Purpose After Trauma19:35 Advice for Brain Injury Survivors and Families21:10 Final Thoughts The Wheel With It Podcast, hosted by Devon Wieters, features real conversations with inspiring guests about disability, resilience, advocacy, and overcoming adversity.

    24 min
  5. Disabled Veteran Invents an Adaptive Knife | Doug Katz on Better Design for Everyone

    MAR 18

    Disabled Veteran Invents an Adaptive Knife | Doug Katz on Better Design for Everyone

    Disabled Veteran Invents an Adaptive Knife | Doug Katz on Better Design for Everyone Doug Katz joins Devon Wieters on the Wheel With It Podcast to discuss his journey as a disabled veteran, inventor, and entrepreneur. Doug shares the story behind the adapted knife he created and explains why adaptive design should be seen as better design for everyone. This episode explores innovation, disability, universal design, and how thoughtful products can improve everyday life for more people. Subscribe on YouTube: https://wheelwithit.com/youtube Listen on all audio platforms: https://getwheelwithit.com Learn about my fight to reform welfare: https://wheelwithit.com/reform Follow me and the podcast on social media: https://wheelwithit.com/followus Follow Doug on social media: [Doug Katz's Linktree](https://linktr.ee/dougkatz)) Stay tuned for more engaging episodes from 'Wheel With It!' Timestamps 00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:47 Meet Douglas Katz: Inventor and Advocate01:19 Douglas Katz's Journey and Challenges02:12 The Birth of the Adaptive Knife00:00 Understanding Disabilities and Market Potential10:25 Innovative Design and Market Challenges15:54 Community Feedback and Future Innovations31:28 Kickstarter Campaign Insights40:08 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

    44 min
  6. This California Fraud Story Is INSANE (Nick Shirley video reaction)

    MAR 17

    This California Fraud Story Is INSANE (Nick Shirley video reaction)

    This California Fraud Story Is INSANE (Nick Shirley video reaction) Nick Shirley just exposed a shocking case of fraud in California… and it’s even worse than you think. In this episode, I react to Nick Shirley’s investigation into alleged healthcare and hospice fraud, including some unbelievable moments that raise serious questions about how the system is being used — and abused. One moment in particular stood out: someone literally said they were “fat because of Dr. Oz.” You have to hear it to believe it. This reaction breaks down: • The most shocking moments from Nick Shirley’s video • What this says about fraud and accountability • Why stories like this matter more than ever 👇 Watch Nick Shirley's original video: https://youtu.be/kegwwB4RHgA?si=rxCnlqYaSzeRkGAu 👇 Subscribe & follow: ▶️ YouTube: https://wheelwithit.com/youtube 🎧 All audio platforms: https://getwheelwithit.com 📢 Learn about my fight to reform welfare: https://wheelwithit.com/reform 🌐 Follow me & the podcast everywhere: https://wheelwithit.com/followus 🎙️ Listen to my conversation with David Hoch (Minnesota welfare fraud whistleblower): https://wheelwithit.com/david TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 00:25 What Nick Shirley Exposed 01:20 First Look at the Investigation 02:45 Hospice Money Moment 04:30 Healthcare Fraud Allegations 06:10 Luxury Cars & The Maybach Scene 08:05 “Where can we open a hospice?” 09:40 The Dr. Oz Comment 😳 11:10 My Reaction to That Moment 13:00 Breaking It All Down 15:20 What This Says About the System 17:30 Why This Matters 19:00 Final Thoughts 20:30 Call to Action

    41 min
  7. From China Arrest to Bestselling Author: Chancellor Jackson's Incredible Journey | Wheel with It Podcast

    MAR 12

    From China Arrest to Bestselling Author: Chancellor Jackson's Incredible Journey | Wheel with It Podcast

    From China Arrest to Bestselling Author: Chancellor Jackson's Incredible Journey | Wheel with It Podcast In this episode of the Wheel With It Podcast, Devon Wieters speaks with Chancellor Jackson, whose life took a shocking turn when he was arrested while teaching abroad in China. What followed was an experience that few people can imagine: spending time in a Chinese jail for a crime he says he didn’t commit. Chancellor shares the full story — how he ended up in China, what led to his arrest, what life was like inside a Chinese detention facility, and how the experience ultimately pushed him to transform his life. Today, Chancellor Jackson is a bestselling author and motivational speaker, using his story to inspire others and shed light on the realities of being detained abroad. This episode explores resilience, injustice, personal transformation, and the power of turning adversity into purpose. Listen to the podcast on all platforms: https://getwheelwithit.com Follow Devon and the podcast on social media: https://wheelwithit.com/followus Subscribe to the Substack newsletter: https://wheelwithit.com/substack Connect with Chancellor https://linktr.ee/korleh timestamps: 00:19 Welcome to The Wheel With It Podcast 01:15 Guest Introduction: Chancellor Jackson 01:48 Chancellor's Journey to China 03:26 Life in Beijing 06:55 Arrest and Jail Time in China 14:02 Return to America and Writing a Book 16:42 Publishing and Coaching Authors 18:16 New Book Release and Final Thoughts 19:09 Closing Remarks

    21 min
  8. Raising a Child with TBR1: Navigating a Rare Genetic Disorder

    MAR 1

    Raising a Child with TBR1: Navigating a Rare Genetic Disorder

    Raising a Child with TBR1: Navigating a Rare Genetic Disorder When Michelle Choairy’s son was diagnosed with TBR1 — a rare genetic disorder affecting only 200 people worldwide — her life changed forever. In this powerful episode of Wheel With It, Michelle shares what it’s really like raising a child with intellectual and developmental disabilities, navigating isolation as a parent, fighting for early intervention, and becoming an advocate for families in the special education system. We discuss: What TBR1 is and how rare genetic disorders are diagnosed Early intervention and childhood apraxia of speech How to navigate IEPs and special education Medicaid waivers & state-funded programs Insurance battles parents don’t talk about The emotional isolation of parenting a child with disabilities Michelle’s “THRIVE” framework for parents If you’re a parent of a child with special needs, an advocate, or someone navigating developmental delays, this episode will give you clarity, hope, and practical tools. 🎧 Listen now and learn how to thrive — even when the journey feels overwhelming. 00:00 – Meet Michelle & Introduction to TBR1 02:00 – What Is TBR1? (Rare Genetic Disorder Explained) 03:40 – Is TBR1 Fatal? 04:30 – Why Diagnosis Is Increasing 05:50 – Early Intervention & Speech Delays 07:00 – The Isolation of Parenting a Child with Disabilities 08:30 – Michelle’s Advocacy Journey Begins 11:00 – Childhood Apraxia of Speech & Traveling for Treatment 13:00 – The THRIVE Framework Explained 13:15 – T: Building the Right Medical Team 14:45 – H: Help Systems (IEPs, Insurance, State Programs) 16:00 – R: Relationships & Explaining Disabilities to Family 16:45 – I: Taking Care of Yourself as a Parent 17:15 – V: Celebrating Small Wins 17:45 – E: Expect a Miracle 18:30 – Special Education Concierge Program 21:00 – Medicaid Waivers Explained 24:00 – Respite Care & State Support 25:00 – Free IEP Review Offer 26:00 – Closing Thoughts ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Meet Michelle & Introduction to TBR1 02:00 – What Is TBR1? (Rare Genetic Disorder Explained) 03:40 – Is TBR1 Fatal? 04:30 – Why Diagnosis Is Increasing 05:50 – Early Intervention & Speech Delays 07:00 – The Isolation of Parenting a Child with Disabilities 08:30 – Michelle’s Advocacy Journey Begins 11:00 – Childhood Apraxia of Speech & Traveling for Treatment 13:00 – The THRIVE Framework Explained 13:15 – T: Building the Right Medical Team 14:45 – H: Help Systems (IEPs, Insurance, State Programs) 16:00 – R: Relationships & Explaining Disabilities to Family 16:45 – I: Taking Care of Yourself as a Parent 17:15 – V: Celebrating Small Wins 17:45 – E: Expect a Miracle 18:30 – Special Education Concierge Program 21:00 – Medicaid Waivers Explained 24:00 – Respite Care & State Support 25:00 – Free IEP Review Offer 26:00 – Closing Thoughts

    27 min
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 Hello! I am Devon Wieters and welcome to Wheel with It. On this show, we interview people from all walks of life in order to gain wisdom and perspective from their journeys. In this community, no matter who you are or where you come from, there's a place for you. If you like Joe Rogan but don't like three-hour podcasts or vulgarity, our podcast is for you! Watch on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts! Fascinating people. Real conversations. RSSVERIFY

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  • Creator
    Wheel With It / Devon Wieters
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    128
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