Indelibly Marked shares raw, unfiltered life stories that inspire healing, growth, and change. Guests open up about trauma, redemption, and transformation—often revealing testimonies never spoken aloud before. These powerful conversations remind us that every scar tells a story worth hearing. Real testimonies and stories that leave a forever lasting imprint on the listeners minds and hearts
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My name is John McAleavey, and on August 19, 1992 I suffered a Central Cord Syndrome injury to my cervical spine at the C-3/4 level following a fall down my basement steps. I was told early on that no two SCI’s are the same, and while that may be true, many of the struggles we're left with are. So let's talk about them. The QuadCast Podcast is mainly aimed at the disabled community, but is really for ANYONE looking to be inspired. You'll hear from fellow SCI'ers, to highlight their personal ...
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Welcome to Ask Izzy, the podcast where life, therapy, and deep reflections meet. I'm Izzy, a therapist who's been in the field for more than 20 years, and in each episode, I’ll share insights from my work, my life, and my own journey with my best friend, who’s battling ALS. Join me as I explore the tough questions, the heartwarming moments, and the wisdom we gather along the way. Please join us for a listen.
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Comedians 1 Friendship Endless Chaos 😂| Kahleigh Lucas Sr & Armon Lasker
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1:37:19Send us a text Comedians Kahleigh Lucas Sr. ( @KahleighComedy ) and Armon Lasker bring their real-life friendship to the Indelibly Marked stage — and it’s absolutely hilarious! 😂 From stories that sound like something straight out of a sitcom, to moments that get unexpectedly real, this episode dives into the chaos, love, and therapy that comes whe…
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Life or Death Decisions | Robert Taylor on the Cartel, Prison & Redemption
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1:25:59Send us a text Robert Taylor returns for Part 4 THE FINALE - and dives deeper into the high-stakes world he once lived in. He shares intense, never-before-told moments from his cartel connections — dangerous situations, courtroom battles, and life-or-death decisions that tested his loyalty and faith. While in prison, Robert crossed paths with South…
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Huge Risk With Cartel Money | Robert Taylor’s $20 Million Indictment Story
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33:18Send us a text The Robert Taylor Series Episode 3 - The Rise & Fall The suspense reaches its peak . Robert Taylor exposes his dangerous ties to the cartel, including taking some dangerous risk with cartel money . From cartel dealings to a $20 million indictment, prison time, and unbelievable survival stories, this finale shows why Robert is one of …
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Robberies, Revenge & Regret | Robert Taylor on Kansas City Gang Life
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45:05Send us a text In Part 2 of The Robert Taylor Series - Kansas City Gang Files Robert Taylor pulls no punches as he reflects on his gang life in Kansas City. From robberies to missions, to his best friend’s murder—Robert reveals the highs, the lows, and the dark consequences of a life in the streets. A raw, emotional, and suspenseful testimony of pa…
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Skydiving to Find God | Robert Taylor’s Journey from Prison, Gangs & Trauma
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1:17:54Send us a text The Robert Taylor Series Episode 1 - Closer to GOD On his 40th birthday, Robert Taylor took a leap of faith—literally. Fresh out of prison and carrying the weight of gang ties, cartel dealings, and family loss, he booked a skydiving session to reconnect with God and release decades of pain. Robert opens up about outliving his father,…
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Welcome to 3 Men & A SCI — where lived experience challenges convention, and science meets reality. We’re Barry Munro, John McAleavey, and Sasha Rabchevsky — three men living with chronic spinal cord injury, and who’ve spent decades immersed in the world of SCI: as researchers, advocates, educators, and survivors.This podcast was born from a simple…
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S6 E10 - Look Ma No Feet! The Torsten Gross Story
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1:00:48So, how many of you out there are the subject of an Amazon Prime Docuseries? Me neither. My guest today, Torsten Gross is, and on today's episode of the QuadCast, you will hear all about it. He is a motivational speaker, brand ambassador, husband, dog dad, chief marketing officer, mountain biker, scuba diver, racecar driver, and did I mention C6 qu…
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Big Court Opens Up About Loss, Loyalty, and Life Beyond the Streets
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1:27:16Send us a text Courtney Richardson, better known as Big Court of the Holdin’ Court Podcast, recently opened up about a deeply personal moment in his life — the death of his close friend, O.G. Big Court admitted that he hadn’t cried in a long time, but losing O.G. broke that wall. What hurt the most was that disagreements had caused distance between…
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Abandonment, Anger, Violence, & Redemption | Koreyon Robinson’s Testimony
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1:03:53Send us a text Koreyon Robinson is more than a mentor—he’s a survivor. Growing up in the streets of Kansas City, Koreyon battled anger issues that led him to padded rooms as a child. Behind the rage were deep abandonment wounds from tough relationships with both his parents. In this raw and unfiltered episode of Indelibly Marked, Koreyon shares his…
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From Gang Leader to Pastor | Jessie Vassie’s Shocking Testimony
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1:49:53Send us a text Jessie Vassie’s story is nothing short of unbelievable. Raised under a strict father who struggled with heavy drug use before becoming a pastor, Jessie found himself drawn deep into the streets. As the leader of the infamous gang Rated R, he lived through street wars, drug trafficking, and betrayal—including being shot in the face by…
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They Started Pulling Guns On Me & Things Got Deadly | Anthony Adams Rule Sr.
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1:07:34Send us a text Anthony “Skip” Adams Rule Sr. Of @SpotliteNews opens up like never before on Indelibly Marked. As a tall, athletic teen, he was constantly targeted by bullies—until he learned how to fight. But when fists stopped working for the opposing people and guns came into the picture, everything changed. A star athlete in both football and ba…
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Loss Guardians - Dad, Grandma & Uncle in One Year – Danielle Watkins Story
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1:14:39Send us a text Danielle Watkins’ life changed forever at just 11 years old. In one devastating year, she lost her father to an allergic reaction during Mardi Gras, her grandmother to grief over her son’s death, and her uncle to lingering injuries from a gunshot wound. She opens up about dangerous moments growing up — including being shot at with he…
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Seeing Murder , Kidnapped by Killers ,& More – Untold Story of Dennis Ortiz
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1:44:15Send us a text From rivers filled with dead bodies to a daring escape from kidnappers — Dennis Ortiz’s life reads like a movie, but every word is real. In this jaw-dropping episode of Indelibly Marked, Dennis takes us deep inside the brutal realities of life in Guatemala, where cartel and MS-13 violence rule the streets. He witnessed his first murd…
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Trafficked in America & Victim of Much More | Helen Ortiz
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1:42:06Send us a text Helen Ortiz @IFBBProHelenOrtiz opens up like never before—sharing one of the most shocking and inspiring life stories we've ever heard. Born in the third-world conditions of Guatemala, Helen endured unthinkable trauma: a deranged, alcoholic father who violated her, witnessing brutal murders as a child, and surviving a corrupt lega…
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S6 E9 - Maggie Goldberg - President and CEO of The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation
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41:00I had the wonderful opportunity of speaking with Maggie Goldberg, President and CEO of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, for this week's episode of The QuadCast. Following a C2 injury at 16 years old, one that she fully recovered from thank goodness, Maggie seemed destined to work on behalf of the paralysis community.She started at the Reeve…
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An Indelible Mark: Remembering Iris Together
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25:06Send us a text In this moving final episode of Ask Izzy Season 1, Izzy gathers with “the ladies,” Iris’s closest friends, to reflect on the journey they shared during Iris’s battle with ALS. Now that Iris has passed, they remember her fierce spirit, her quick wit, and the joie de vivre that never left her, even in her final days. Together, they hon…
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From Chaos to Clarity: How I Found Peace in My Pain | Darion Moore Part 2
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1:05:37Send us a text Darion Moore opens up about growing up in the brutally racist and violent streets of Mississippi, raised by his grandmothers while his mother served time in federal prison. With his father absent until his 30s and a family line tangled in crime—his grandfather a pimp, and his father in and out of jail—Darion’s early life was marked b…
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I Wasn’t White / Mexican Enough |Gabriel Garcia Identity & Redemption Story
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1:01:00Send us a text Growing up as a mixed-race kid with an Irish mother and a Mexican father, Gabriel Garcia never felt like he truly belonged. He wasn’t “Mexican enough” for some, and definitely not “white enough” for others. That rejection led him down a path he knew better than to take — trying to fit in by running with the wrong crowd, chasing accep…
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A Life Well Lived: Iris' Celebration Of Life Speech
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18:25Send us a text In this deeply moving installment, we share Iris’s final thoughts in her own words, delivered as a speech at her celebration of life gathering. With clarity, grace, and a touch of humor, Iris reflects on what truly matters, the beauty of connection, family and the legacy she hopes to leave behind. This episode is both a tribute and a…
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Send us a text In this Ask Izzy episode the theme is Motherhood and Meaning. Izzy and Iris are joined by Iris’ son, Asaph, for an intimate conversation about daily life, the impact of Iris’ ALS diagnosis, and the strength of their bond. A moving tribute to motherhood, family, and making the most of each moment and laughing in the painful times.…
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Send us a text Izzy and Iris sit down with dear friends Gail and Jane to reflect on years of shared joy, challenges, and unwavering connection. As Iris navigates life with ALS, their conversation becomes a powerful testament to enduring friendship and the strength found in community through every season of life.…
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Send us a text Izzy and Iris are joined by Izzy’s two daughters for an intimate conversation that bridges past and present. Together, they reflect on what it was like growing up with Iris as a second mom, sharing tender, funny, and poignant memories that have shaped their bond. As Iris continues her courageous journey with ALS, this episode becomes…
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Haunted by the Job: Johnnie Hill Shares Ghost Encounters & Family Impact of Forensics Work | Indelibly Marked”
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1:00:43Send us a text In Part 2 of his testimony, Johnnie Hill dives even deeper into what it’s like living as a Forensics Technician — and the heavy cost it brings to his marriage, family, and mental health. Alongside his wife Tiffany Hill, Johnnie opens up about: What it’s really like being married to someone in this line of work The disturbing ghost st…
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Erawadi Singh grew up sleeping on a sofa in the living room of her family's one-bedroom apartment in one of New Jersey's most difficult neighborhoods. Determined to give back, she would complete her schoolwork on the floor of her parents' bedroom, earning academic scholarships for higher educational pursuits while working to contribute to school tu…
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Send us a text Izzy and Iris welcome their longtime friend Sharon for a joyful, memory-filled conversation. The trio revisits stories from decades of friendship, laughing over the kind of harmless gossip that only true friends understand. Together, they explore the phrase "resume position", and as Iris navigates life with ALS, these moments of conn…
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Send us a text Izzy and Iris chat with long-time friends to share memories and meaningful moments. As they explore how they see and support one another, Iris’ experience with ALS adds depth and insight to the conversation. This episode is a tribute to enduring friendship and the beauty of being truly seen.…
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From the Trap to Transformation: Rickey L. Turner’s Raw Survival Story
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57:15Send us a text Rickey opens up about a life built on survival—hustling from age 15 to 28, selling through college, navigating the highs and horrors of street life. He recounts getting robbed at gunpoint, being chased by police, watching friends die, and living as a cautious but dangerous hothead. He admits to putting people he loved in risky situat…
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Buried 2 Sons & Buried Rage: Michael R. Williams’ Story of Pain | Let Me Cry
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1:33:00Send us a text In this gripping episode of Indelibly Marked, Michael R. Williams ( @lilmike8169 ) lays his life bare. He recounts the unimaginable pain of losing two sons in one year —a grief so deep it shook his soul and sparked a years-long fight with God. Growing up caught between cultures as both Black and Mexican, Michael struggled to find whe…
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Molested By My Mother / A Man Raped Me At Gunpoint | Apostle Rashida Inez
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1:38:23Send us a text In one of the most intense and redemptive episodes of Indelibly Marked, Apostle Rashida Inez shares the testimony she never thought she’d survive—let alone speak aloud. She opens up about being touched by the very mother she once adored, how it altered her view of women, and the battles with sexual trauma she faced at 13 , with someo…
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Send us a text In this episode Izzy and Iris are joined by dear friends Courtney and Debbie for an episode filled with warmth, laughter, and deep connection. As they reminisce about old memories and share lighthearted moments, this conversation becomes more than just a catch-up, t's a balm for the spirit.…
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Send us a text In this episode of Ask Izzy, Izzy and Iris reconnect with a longtime friend Ursula to reflect on decades of friendship and Iris’ journey with ALS. Together, they share memories, laughter, and the strength that comes from showing up for each other.By Izzy
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Send us a text In this special installment of Ask Izzy, Izzy and Iris are joined by two special guests for a heartfelt conversation filled with laughter, reflection, and connection. Together, they share memories and moments that shine a light on Iris’ incredible tenacity, especially in her journey with ALS. It’s an episode about strength, love, and…
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S6 E7 - It's A Small World, With Stacey Frigerio Mahdavian
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1:07:41Stacey Frigerio Mahdavian graduated from UMass Amherst in 1989. She planned to work as a camp counselor that summer and then travel a bit. Unfortunately, life had another idea. On a gravel road in the middle of nowhere Wyoming, the car in which she was riding, fishtailed and then flipped four times. In between the third and fourth flip, she was thr…
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Wild N' Out Star Bobb’e J Thompson Gets Too Real : “Why God?” | The Testimony You’ve Never Heard
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1:30:50Send us a text You’ve never heard @WildNOut star Bobb’e J Thompson like this. In this powerful episode of Indelibly Marked, Bobb’e opens up about the drug raids, police brutality, and trauma he witnessed growing up — from seeing his father and brothers arrested, to navigating survivor’s guilt and the pressure to save everyone around him. He shares …
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17 Bullets, Prison, and a Cry to God | Veandre “Dre Youngn” Grayson’s Story
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1:32:39Send us a text "God, what do you want from me?" In this gripping episode of Indelibly Marked, Veandre Grayson—also known as Dre Young @DreYoungn_816 opens up about his life inside and outside of the Kansas City street world. Though he came from a good home, he started sneaking into trouble early on, and one choice led to another. He recalls the fir…
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5 Star G.T.A | Poor Rich Pesos on Life, Loss & Leaving the Streets
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1:07:56Send us a text This ain’t about hype — it’s about healing.” In this raw and revealing episode of Indelibly Marked, rapper Poor Rich Pesos @Poorrichpesos takes us inside a life that once felt like a GTA 5-star chase — helicopters overhead, cops in pursuit, and a car full of something he wasn’t supposed to have. He opens up about hitting a $60K li…
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Send us a text In this touching episode of Ask Izzy, Iris talks with her older brother Ofer, who’s visiting for a few weeks. They share a special sibling conversation about family, support, and resilience through Iris’ journey with ALS. Ofer reflects on the strong and beautiful community Iris has built and shares that her boys will always have a pl…
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I Was a Crack Baby… Now I Feed the Streets | Shelle West’s Story of Purpose
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43:50Send us a text was born into chaos… but she found purpose through pain.” In this emotional and inspiring episode of Indelibly Marked, Shelle West opens up about being born a crack baby, with a mother battling addiction and disappearing in and out of treatment. Raised by her 10-year-old brother under the care of her elderly grandmother, Shelle was a…
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"He Died on Live: Dehe’Miah Price’s Raw Story of Loss, Regret & Redemption"
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49:25Send us a text Dehe’Miah Price shares a heart-wrenching account of losing his brother to violence—killed by someone they once called a friend. As he stood at the scene of the tragedy, a chilling live video of his brother’s final breath was sent to his phone. In this deeply emotional conversation, Dehe’Miah opens up about the guilt he carries, his t…
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Send us a text In this installment of Ask Izzy, Izzy and Iris welcome a very special guest, Iris’ older son, Nadav. Together, they reflect on Nadav’s unwavering support throughout Iris’ long path to an ALS diagnosis and how his presence has been a constant source of strength. With vulnerability and warmth, they explore how Nadav has shown up for hi…
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Send us a text In this deeply personal installment of Ask Izzy, Iris opens up about the ongoing challenges of living with ALS both physically and emotionally. She reflects on how the deterioration of her body has impacted her quality of life and what it means to consider Death with Dignity. With honesty, clarity, and courage, Iris shares her though…
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Send us a text In this installment of Ask Izzy, Izzy sits down once again with Iris for a vulnerable conversation about the emotional landscape of living with ALS. Iris opens up about the deep internal conflict of being a fiercely independent person now reliant on others for daily support. Together, they explore the fatigue and emotional toll this …
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Broken to Bonded | Rahsheda Jeree’s Testimony on Family, Loss & Healing
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45:05Send us a text In this deeply personal testimony, Rahsheda Jeree opens up about her journey through trauma, loss, and ultimately — healing and redemption. She reflects on the early years of her life, living with her big sister while her father served time in federal prison. After his release, she moved in with him, only to face the devastating real…
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Send us a text In this episode of Ask Izzy, Izzy and Iris reflect on a gathering of friends and family, an event full of joy, connection, and meaningful gestures. Iris shares how the love she felt was amplified in the moments where her preferences and needs were honored, and how even the kindest intentions grow more powerful when they’re grounded i…
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The Silent Killer That Took My Mother Was .. | Jalen Gladney
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1:06:52Send us a text At just 8 years old, Jalen Gladney lost his mother to carbon monoxide poisoning—and he’s been silently carrying that pain ever since. In this deeply moving episode, Jalen opens up for the first time about the grief he never truly processed, the absence of his father, and the near-death experience that convinced him his mother is stil…
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A Runaway to A Rising Star: Sovi Haze Story
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55:15Send us a text Sovi Haze has lived a life most couldn’t imagine. The oldest of four, born to a mother battling addiction, Sovi was thrust into survival mode at just 12—stealing food to feed her siblings after their mother was sent to prison. After being adopted by her step-grandmother, she went from caring for 4 kids to being 1 of 13 in a household…
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Send us a text In this installment of Ask Izzy, Izzy and Iris dive deep into the complex emotions surrounding loss that arrives too soon. Iris opens up about losing both of her parents at a young age, the sudden passing of her husband, and how those early experiences of grief have shaped her journey. The conversation touches on the personal toll of…
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Ian Ruder, editor-in-chief of New Mobility, is a writer, editor, connector, who prides himself on bringing a well-rounded, people-first approach to all of his work. As the Editor of New Mobility, he works to ensure the voice of people with mobility-related disabilities are authentically represented in all of their content. A wheelchair user himself…
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Send us a text In this heartfelt installment of Ask Izzy, Izzy and Iris explore the deeply personal topic of When the Body Betrays. Iris shares the daily challenges of living with a body that no longer feels like her own, reflecting on the moments that feel like betrayal. They discuss the increasing need for support, the gratitude Iris feels for th…
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Send us a text In this deeply personal installment of Ask Izzy, Izzy sits down with Iris to discuss where she is now in her journey with ALS. From the progression of her condition—transitioning to a wheelchair, relying on more assistance, and enduring significant pain - this conversation is raw and real. Iris opens up about the emotional and physic…
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