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Kelvin Crosby: Deafblindness, Innovation, and Choosing Joy | We're Not Stumped

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In this powerful episode of We’re Not Stumped, Mike Bolland sits down with Kelvin Crosby , a remarkable individual whose journey from hearing loss and blindness to becoming an inventor, artist, and advocate will leave you inspired. Diagnosed with hearing loss as a child, Kelvin later lost his vision due to Usher Syndrome Type 2. He opens up about the emotional toll this took on him, including thoughts of suicide, and the turning point when he chose to embrace his deafblindness instead of letting it define him.

Kelvin shares how this decision sparked a new purpose in life—one rooted in helping others. His invention, the See Me Cane, is a game-changer for people with visual impairments. Designed to enhance safety and awareness, the cane features a light that gives users control over their environment while maintaining their ability to hear. Kelvin explains how this tool has not only improved his own life but also empowered others with confidence and mobility.

The conversation also explores Kelvin’s unexpected journey into pottery. Losing his vision at 32, he found healing through clay, eventually becoming the Deaf Blind Potter. What began as a side project blossomed into a thriving business and popular TikTok channel. Kelvin also shares his goal of funding 1,000 See Me Canes and his collaboration with an engineer to bring his invention to market.

Mike and Kelvin discuss his three podcasts—Perseverance Podcast, See Me Cane Podcast, and Investing in Accessibility—each focused on uplifting stories, product development, and accessibility innovation. They even touch on goalball, a thrilling Paralympic sport played by blind athletes.

Kelvin’s story is one of grit, creativity, and choosing joy. Whether you're facing your own challenges or seeking inspiration, this episode reminds us that adversity can lead to purpose.

Links:

Personal Website: https://kelvincrosby.com/

DeafBlindPotter: https://www.deafblindpotter.com/

SeeMeCane: https://www.seemecane.com/

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Want to be considered as a guest? Fill out the form here: https://werenotstumped.com/contact-amputee-podcast/
Learn more about our host Mike Bolland: https://mikebolland.com/

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In this powerful episode of We’re Not Stumped, Mike Bolland sits down with Kelvin Crosby , a remarkable individual whose journey from hearing loss and blindness to becoming an inventor, artist, and advocate will leave you inspired. Diagnosed with hearing loss as a child, Kelvin later lost his vision due to Usher Syndrome Type 2. He opens up about the emotional toll this took on him, including thoughts of suicide, and the turning point when he chose to embrace his deafblindness instead of letting it define him.

Kelvin shares how this decision sparked a new purpose in life—one rooted in helping others. His invention, the See Me Cane, is a game-changer for people with visual impairments. Designed to enhance safety and awareness, the cane features a light that gives users control over their environment while maintaining their ability to hear. Kelvin explains how this tool has not only improved his own life but also empowered others with confidence and mobility.

The conversation also explores Kelvin’s unexpected journey into pottery. Losing his vision at 32, he found healing through clay, eventually becoming the Deaf Blind Potter. What began as a side project blossomed into a thriving business and popular TikTok channel. Kelvin also shares his goal of funding 1,000 See Me Canes and his collaboration with an engineer to bring his invention to market.

Mike and Kelvin discuss his three podcasts—Perseverance Podcast, See Me Cane Podcast, and Investing in Accessibility—each focused on uplifting stories, product development, and accessibility innovation. They even touch on goalball, a thrilling Paralympic sport played by blind athletes.

Kelvin’s story is one of grit, creativity, and choosing joy. Whether you're facing your own challenges or seeking inspiration, this episode reminds us that adversity can lead to purpose.

Links:

Personal Website: https://kelvincrosby.com/

DeafBlindPotter: https://www.deafblindpotter.com/

SeeMeCane: https://www.seemecane.com/

Send Mike a Message!

Support the show

Want to be considered as a guest? Fill out the form here: https://werenotstumped.com/contact-amputee-podcast/
Learn more about our host Mike Bolland: https://mikebolland.com/

  continue reading

131 episodes

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