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Ability Beast Talk

By Wayed Kabir

"Join Wayed Kabir on Ability Beast Talk! Discover incredible stories of resilience, positive affirmations & civil rights advocacy. Uncover new perspectives on disability, inclusivity & empowerment. Transform your life with inspiring guests & empowering discussions. Subscribe for essential convos & life-changing inspiration. #Disabilityawareness #CivilRights #Movement # & #PositiveAffirmations"
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Dylan Hoffman lead technical Director: Nickelodeon animation Studios

Ability Beast TalkAug 08, 2021

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Today’s Amazing guest on Ability Beast Talk Mark Hemry!

Today’s Amazing guest on Ability Beast Talk Mark Hemry!


Today’s Amazing guest on Ability Beast Talk Mark Hemry! First guest of 2024!


Mark Hemry has lived a life full of inspiration, positivity, and resilience. He faces adversity and obstacles daily with a glass-half-full mentality, always moving forward no matter what. As an autistic individual, Mark remains optimistic and believes in himself, largely thanks to his great support system. One of his biggest supporters throughout his life was his mother, Kathleen, who sadly passed away in
2020. This podcast interview with Mark is dedicated to her and the extraordinary life she led.

Kathleen was born in Colton, California, and grew up mainly in Riverside. She graduated from Riverside Poly High in 1948 and married Alfred Albertus Hemry in 1951. During Alfred's service in the U.S. Air Force, the couple lived in various regions across the United States. They later settled in Denver, Colorado, as civilians, and returned to Southern California in 1959. Moving to Whittier, they focused on raising their only son, Mark. In 1978, Kathy began working for Rio Hondo Community College as a secretary for psychologist Robert Itatani, Ph.D., until her retirement in 1993. Post-retirement, she returned to the Inland Empire area, residing in Riverside, Yucaipa, and Loma Linda. Kathy had a lifelong interest in autism causes and actively participated in numerous early autism organizations. Later in life, she served on the Parent Steering Committee and the Board of Trustees at the Inland Regional Center for the Developmentally Disabled in San Bernardino.
Without further ado, ladies and gentlemen, it's my pleasure to introduce today's wonderful guest on Ability Beast Talk—Mark Hemry!
Mar 25, 202440:19
He’s back! Jamie Catto on Ability Beast Talk!
Jun 09, 202253:22
Allan Houston New York Knicks legend!!!

Allan Houston New York Knicks legend!!!

On today’s episode of Ability Beast Talk I am so happy, thankful and truly blessed to announce that Allan Houston (one of my favorite all-time New York Knicks players) is coming on Ability Beast Talk this A BIG thanks to Allan for to coming on the show! I want to thank Allan and his wonderful team for taking the time out of his busy schedule to come on Ability Beast Talk I’m very grateful and very thankful it was amazing podcast! We talked about faith overcoming life struggles with grace and love we talked about scripture we talked about being in the world not of the world. It was an amazing conversation and I’m so blessed for this wonderful Beautiful conversation that I had with Allan This please check out this amazing episode of Ability Beast Talk with Allan Houston and Host Wayed Kabir

I first met Allan nearly so many years ago and am so overwhelmed with joy! Ever since I was eight years old I've been a fan of the New York Knicks and having cerebral palsy, I remember watching every season with my older brother Parwez; feeling like I was a part of the Knicks organization! The whole organization, especially Allan and all the great Knicks from the 90s and early 2000s really inspired me to shoot for my dreams and to believe in my dreams, which is why I went on to get my Bachelors Degree in business and my Masters Degree as well. I never let cerebral palsy stop me or define me. I’ve always believed in myself even though the road hasn’t been easy, always being the underdog (born 2lbs 3oz) is why I’ve been a fighter just like the Knicks organization–never giving up–just like Allan Houston–delivering amazing performances after amazing performances over his illustrious career. Showing the world he can make it in New York just like I have made it in life and showing the world what New York Tough is all about! I’ve always considered myself a part of the New York Knicks and always wanted to work for the New York Knicks organization. Now having Allan Houston on Ability Beast Talk is such a blessing because I feel like I’m more connected to the organization that I love so much. The Kinicks have inspired me so much throughout my life to be the best I can be. I feel like I’m more connected to this amazing organization than ever!
Jun 09, 202238:41
Ability Beast Talk amazing guest Jamie Catto Producer Director and amazing musician.
Apr 30, 202253:22
Regional Center of Orange County Healthy Life, Happy Life program Renee Pantangco

Regional Center of Orange County Healthy Life, Happy Life program Renee Pantangco

We are here today with Regional Center of Orange County’s Clinical Director, Dr. Bonnie Ivers and Renee Pantangco, a person served by Regional Center of Orange County, to continue our conversation about its Healthy Life, Happy Life program.

-In previous episodes on Ability Beast Talk , we explored why Regional Center of Orange County created Healthy Life, Happy Life for people with developmental disabilities.
Apr 30, 202228:05
Regional Center of Orange County Healthy Life, Happy Life program. Ability Beast Talk season 2 ep 1

Regional Center of Orange County Healthy Life, Happy Life program. Ability Beast Talk season 2 ep 1

We are here today with Regional Center of Orange County’s Clinical Director, Dr. Bonnie Ivers and Regional Center of Orange County volunteer Board Secretary and person served, Sylvia Delgado, to continue our multiple episode conversation about its Healthy Life, Happy Life program.

Last time we discussed the purpose of Healthy Life, Happy Life, an overall wellness and stress management program for people with developmental disabilities.

Today, we will focus on healthy eating. Although weight loss can be one outcome, the primary goal of Happy Life, Healthy life is to help people make healthier daily decisions to improve their complete well-being.
Jan 04, 202240:03
Ability Beast Talk: Regional Center of Orange County healthy life, happy life program.

Ability Beast Talk: Regional Center of Orange County healthy life, happy life program.

Ability Beast Talk Orange County regional center of Orange County healthy life, happy life program Segment. On today’s episode it’s an honor to have on the show:
Regional Center of Orange County’s Clinical Director, Dr. Bonnie Ivers and Regional Center of Orange County’s Clinical Consultant, Dr. Sam Ho to talk about its Healthy Life, Happy Life program. Let’s start with the basics; what is Healthy Life, Happy Life?

-In future Ability Beast Talk episodes, we will dig deeper into wellness and stress management strategies and techniques; having fun with nutrition, recipes, meal planning and cooking; and appreciating and taking care of our bodies by integrating exercise into daily activities. During this show, we are talking about the overall importance of wellness for people with developmental disabilities.
Oct 24, 202143:59
Today’s amazing guest on Ability Beast Talk Chris McCormick lead animator at blizzard
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Today’s amazing guest on Ability Beast Talk Chris McCormick lead animator at blizzard cinematic‘s

October 11, 2021 amazing guest on Ability Beast Talk Chris McCormick lead animator at blizzard
cinematic‘s amazing guest on Ability Beast Talk Chris McCormick lead animator at blizzard
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Chris creates keyframe character performances for all of Blizzard's IPs as part of the animation team. Most recently I have been the animation lead for the "World of Warcraft: Shadowlands" expansion in-game cinematics.
Oct 11, 202138:09
Shawn fluke today’s amazing guest Ability Beast Talk

Shawn fluke today’s amazing guest Ability Beast Talk

Shawn fluke today’s amazing guest Ability Beast Talk
Shawn is an Wheelchair rugby Champion. Host of the live to roll podcast. Spinal cord Survivor. Para Olympics extreme sports competitor.
Oct 05, 202101:08:17
She is SHAUNA Parisi. The founder of A million thanks nonprofit organization

She is SHAUNA Parisi. The founder of A million thanks nonprofit organization

Today’s guest on Ability Beast Talk She is SHAUNA Parisi. The founder of A million thanks nonprofit organization she is also A mom. A black belt in Taekwondo. And adventure lights me up. Her husband, Matt, and Her met on Semester at Sea and circumnavigated the globe three times by the time we turned 30! I accidentally fell into a career of restaurant marketing until I decided it wasn’t giving me the life I wanted. She took a giant leap of faith to start my own business, and now She officially retired from corporate.
Sep 28, 202156:21
 Brooke Strahan is todays amazing guest on Ability Beast. She is an Australian author

Brooke Strahan is todays amazing guest on Ability Beast. She is an Australian author

Brooke Strahan is todays amazing guest on Ability Beast. She is an Australian author who has two psychological thrillers on the shelves and She is currently writing the third and final novel in the series as well as I’m co-authoring an Australian military autobiography that tells the story of an Aussie Special Forces Combat Controller.
She lives on a farm and love the outdoor lifestyle. She regularly hike, hunt and fish and just keep moving despite having Ehlers Danlos Syndrome.
She was born with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome Type 3 ( Joint Hypermobility). EDS is a connective tissue disorder and her body doesn’t produce collagen how it should. Her EDS affects her mobility she moves , but in a different way) as well as it effects her speech and many other body functions.
Sep 22, 202159:42
Today bonus Flobo Boyce Flobo bonus episode guest on Ability Beast Talk Today. Podcast Host Author..

Today bonus Flobo Boyce Flobo bonus episode guest on Ability Beast Talk Today. Podcast Host Author..

Today bonus Flobo Boyce Flobo bonus episode guest on Ability Beast Talk Today. Comedian podcast host on multiple platforms including Spotify original Mack mania podcast Author Author of his autobiography titled graduation day. Such an honor to have Flobo Boyce on today’s podcast episode of Ability Beast Talk
Sep 19, 202131:11
Pam Christian is today’s powerful and amazing guest on Ability Beast Talk

Pam Christian is today’s powerful and amazing guest on Ability Beast Talk

Pam Christian is today’s powerful and amazing guest on Ability Beast Talk She is a Mindset Coach, Motivational Speaker and host of The Juice Podcast who is obsessed with helping you live your best life. She believes in our ability to level up and that individuals are able to break both habits and limiting beliefs. Her practice includes intuition and experience, methodology and personal pivoting so that people can embrace themselves and shift their thinking. I bring discipline, self-reflection, proven coaching models, and deep listening coupled with foundational modalities to create personalized programs for men, women, & young adults.
Sep 17, 202127:54
Today’s amazing guest on Ability Beast Talk Bonnie Hewitt. Unbreakable Entrepreneur.

Today’s amazing guest on Ability Beast Talk Bonnie Hewitt. Unbreakable Entrepreneur.

Today’s amazing guest on Ability Beast Talk Bonnie Hewitt. Unbreakable Entrepreneur Mom of four Overcoming trauma, and chronic illness.
"You can't let life get in the way of living". - Bonnie Hewitt
Nearly a decade ago while working as an accountant and raising her two children alone, She was struck down by a rare illness and left paralyzed. Guillain Barre Syndrome had attacked my immune system and attempted to take me out. It didn't succeed.
Over the past 10 years She’s been diagnosed with multiple chronic health conditions, had two more children, and attempted to go back to her old life only to realize, that's not where I was supposed to be going. She had to let go of who I was in order to find out who She was really meant to be.
Fast forward to 2020 and She healed more than just my body and mind, but also my soul. I managed to start a business, and pitch her way to winning $50K in cash and prizes on David Meltzer's new Bloomberg TV show, 2 Minute Drill.
I am currently scaling my apparel business Posh Notions, learning to build my up-cycling business, writing my first book, and helping others manage and calm their anxiety with what She learned. She is also raising kiddos, continuing to heal, protecting her energy,.

Sep 10, 202101:09:47
Ability Beast Talk Guest: Dan Roden Founder and CEO of Nickel, a donor experience management

Ability Beast Talk Guest: Dan Roden Founder and CEO of Nickel, a donor experience management

Today’s amazing guest on Ability Beast Talk Dan Roden.

Dan is the Founder and CEO of Nickel, a donor experience managementsoftware for college athletics programs.

Before starting his own company, Dan has spent nearly two decades in the marketing analytics and business intelligence space, with experience at companies like Omniture (now Adobe Marketing Cloud), Domo and Major League Baseball.

He’s been happily married to his spouse Bonnie for 21 years and has 4 children. He lives in Utah and enjoys activities all the seasonal activities Utah offers, skiing, golf, fly fishing and time in the mountains. Dan and I discuss a multitude of topics from college sports athletics, to family, I get Dan‘s opinion on the athletes college sports athletes getting paid. Also we discussed disability awareness within society and moving the needle forward for people with disabilities, within Society as far as jobs and evening Plainfield some more opportunities would be available for people with disabilities. It was a wonderful conversation a very positive and powerful conversation it was an amazing podcast it was an absolute honor to have Dan on the show.
Sep 09, 202101:17:11
Charlie Randell talks about his dorsal rhizotomy surgery and gaining more physical independence.

Charlie Randell talks about his dorsal rhizotomy surgery and gaining more physical independence.

Charlie Randell talks about his dorsal rhizotomy surgery and gaining more physical independence.

And this weeks episodes of Ability Beast Talk it’s a two-part two episode sit down with Charlie Randell we’re on the first episode we discuss his determination to heal the world what he’s capable of despite having cerebral palsy and not taking life so seriously in having a disability. Charlie’s outlook shows the world that no matter if you have a disability it’s not the end all be all and you don’t have to be so serious in life. He is a remarkable inspiration a remarkable measure of strength not letting his disability define who is as a person creating his brand and becoming an absolute beast in the gym.

And the second episode of this wonderful conversation me and Charlie Randell discussed a very powerful surgery for people with cerebral palsy. The surgery helps increase one’s movement and flexibility and lowers the spasticity caused by cerebral palsy so you’re able to move your muscles a lot more freely and gaining more range of motion. Charlie got this procedure done when he was 12 now he’s 23 getting ready to compete in a men’s physique competition he has gained tremendous range of motion in his muscles. This procedure that Carlee talks about on this episode has really helped Charlie increasing his overall independence being able to do many more things by himself with minimal assistance. Before a conversation I have never heard about the surgery before surgery is called selective dorsal rhizotomy. Tune in to this amazing episode to find out more about this interesting procedure for cerebral palsy could this be a life changer for people with cerebral palsy? For For Charlie Randell this has been an absolute life Changing procedure. If you’re considering the surgery after this episode please consult with your doctor because we are not medical professionals and please consult with your doctor and family and love ones and please do your research because every person every situation is different everyone has different circumstances and different degrees of cerebral palsy. So please consult with your medical professional. Please check out both of these wonderful episodes with Charlie.
Aug 31, 202101:04:34
Charlie Randell: not letting cerebral palsy stop his movement in life! Episode one of two.

Charlie Randell: not letting cerebral palsy stop his movement in life! Episode one of two.

Charlie Randell not letting cerebral palsy stop his movement in life!

And this weeks episode of Ability Beast Talk it’s a two-part two episode sit down with Charlie Randell we’re on the first episode we discuss his determination to heal the world what he’s capable of despite having cerebral palsy and not taking life so seriously in having a disability. Charlie’s outlook shows the world that no matter if you have a disability it’s not the end all be all and you don’t have to be so serious in life. He is a remarkable inspiration a remarkable measure of strength not letting his disability define who is as a person creating his brand and becoming an absolute beast in the gym.

And the second episode of this wonderful conversation me and Charlie Randell discussed a very powerful surgery for people with cerebral palsy. The surgery helps increase one’s movement and flexibility and lowers the spasticity caused by cerebral palsy so you’re able to move your muscles a lot more freely and gaining more range of motion. Charlie got this procedure done when he was 12 now he’s 23 getting ready to compete in a men’s physique competition he has gained tremendous range of motion in his muscles. This procedure that Carlee talks about on this episode has really helped Charlie increasing his overall independence being able to do many more things by himself with minimal assistance. Before a conversation I have never heard about the surgery before surgery is called selective dorsal rhizotomy. Tune in to this amazing episode to find out more about this interesting procedure for cerebral palsy could this be a life changer for people with cerebral palsy? For For Charlie Randell this has been an absolute life Changing procedure. If you’re considering the surgery after this episode please consult with your doctor because we are not medical professionals and please consult with your doctor and family and love ones and please do your research because every person every situation is different everyone has different circumstances and different degrees of cerebral palsy. So please consult with your medical professional. Please check out both of these wonderful episodes with Charlie.
Aug 31, 202133:55
Jessica Hall Actress: supermodel, and super mom! Podcast host of Flashback an amazing podcast

Jessica Hall Actress: supermodel, and super mom! Podcast host of Flashback an amazing podcast

On Today’s amazing episode of Ability Beast Talk Actress: Jessica Hall supermodel and super mom! Amazing Podcast host of Flashback an amazing podcast that made me laugh so much it truly does make you Pee your pants! Not that I Peed my pants but almost LOL! It was an absolute pleasure to speak with Jessica today thank you Jessica for coming on Ability Beast Talk truly blessed and thankful thank you so much for your support and your genuineness! Jessica is an incredibly amazing human being and we had an amazing conversation about positive affirmation overcoming struggles in life and so much more. It’s amazing episode will be available next week can’t wait! So thankful and grateful! Jessica is Truly genuine amazing person @jessicahall Thank you so much @jessicahall for coming on Ability Beast Talk. as always Ability Beast Talk is available on Apple podcast Google podcast Spotify and AbilityBeastTalk.com here’s the link for Spotify and Apple podcast. https://open.spotify.com/show/1EL63JMKATMZ6mGx7wkC6U?si=rsIFOshHRUm2ZwlmP02pOg&dl_branch=1 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ability-beast-talk/id1565262353
Aug 21, 202127:54
Alexander Gonzalez is today’s wonderful Guest on Ability Beast Talk.

Alexander Gonzalez is today’s wonderful Guest on Ability Beast Talk.

Alexander Gonzalez is today’s wonderful Guest on Ability Beast Talk.


Leonard Davis School of Gerontology, USC
Project Specialist: Oversee and manage research studies for Caregivers and Older Adults. Responsible for submitting Institutional Research Board documents. Write and submit quarterly reports to research study stakeholders. Oversee research study protocols, data collection, participant progress, and various activities pertaining to research studies. Translate and interpret English documents to Spanish. Responsible for training and developing student interns and student workers to perform designated tasks.
Work with the USC Family Caregiver Support Center’s community engagement team. Oversee and maintain the USCFCSC YouTube channel and USCFCSC website content. Translate/interpret advertisement content and registration forms into Spanish. Trained to conduct and facilitate educational classes for caregivers in the following programs: Dealing With Dementia, Stress-Busting Program, and Powerful Tools for Family Caregivers.
Alex talks with Wayed about how caregivers are so important especially during a pandemic to seniors and disabled.
Aug 11, 202101:18:32
Brianna Rolls on

Brianna Rolls on


Today on Ability Beast Talk Brianna Rolls on.

Brianna rolls on is gunshot survivor rolling on with her life. She is such an inspiration for so many with people especially people with disabilities. She has been a positive example showing people that going through a tragic life-changing experience doesn’t have to define and determine your destiny that’s your choice to keep Your Positive outlook on life and not letting Anything stop her from achieving her goals and dreams in life. She is a actress podcast host model And a dancer showing the world that having a disability and being in a wheelchair does not stop and amazing powerful strength and beauty personified ladies and gentlemen Brianna rolls on. As always Ability Beast Talk is available on Apple podcast Google podcast and Spotify
Aug 10, 202101:10:47
Dr. Barton T. Billeci is an internist double board

Dr. Barton T. Billeci is an internist double board

Today’s amazing guest on Ability Beast Talk. Now available on apple podcast and Spotify and Google podcast.

Dr. Barton T. Billeci is an internist in Irvine, California and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including CHOC Children's Hospital and Providence St. Joseph Hospital-Orange. He received his medical degree from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years.
Specialties
SPECIALTY
Internal Medicine
General internal medicine physicians, or internists, are primary-care doctors who perform physical exams and treat a wide spectrum of common illnesses in adult men and women. One of every four physicians in the U.S. is an internist, many of whom are certified in one of 19 subspecialties, including cardiology, infectious disease and medical oncology.


Wayed has been Dr. Billeci patient the last 20 years he has developed a wonderful positive loving friendship with Dr. they are both from New York and they both love the New York Knicks. The Dr talked about his journey of becoming a doctor and some of the struggles along the way and he also talked about the importance of spending time with his amazing family he’s been a great and amazing example for his kids who have amazing kids of their own. The doctor has had a great experience with people with disabilities and really has a heart for helping the disabled community. And always put his patients needs first.
Aug 09, 202132:59
Miguel Gomez Actor: and Guest host of today’s episode of Ability Beast Talk: Real Talk

Miguel Gomez Actor: and Guest host of today’s episode of Ability Beast Talk: Real Talk

Miguel Gomez: guest host of Ability Beast Talk real talk with One of my best friends in this world and amazing actor. is a Colombian-American actor and rapper. Escobar was the first artist officially signed to Jay-Z's Roc La Familia Label. Is filling in for me today for an episode of real talk well Miguel will discuss his view on positive affirmation some of the struggles that he’s been through and his journey in life and overcame his struggles to become one of the best actors. Miguel will also discuss his perspective and amazing thoughtful view on how to move the needle forward for people with disabilities within society yes I’m taking the day off and your guest host for today’s real talk episode is the amazing actor and one of my best friends in this world Miguel Gomez. Thank you so much Miguel for taking the time to guest host this episode of Ability Beast Talk all the way from The East Coast. The following is some of Miguel‘s amazing movies and TV shows that he has acted in. Thank you so much Miguel for being such a genuine and amazing friend in my life I’m so lucky and so blessed to call you one of my best friends in this world. Episode is now available on Ability Beast Talk on Spotify and Google podcast and Apple podcast.

2020 FBI: Most Wanted (10 episodes) as Ivan Ortiz
2017 SMILF (18 episodes) as Rafi
2017 Megan Leavey as Gomez
2016 Blood in the Water as Freedgood
2015 Southpaw as Miguel 'Magic' Escobar
2014 The Strain (46 episodes) as Augustin 'Gus' Elizalde
2012 The Domino Effect as Jake
2002 Tomorrow Ends at Dawn as Matt
Aug 08, 202103:35
Dylan Hoffman lead technical Director: Nickelodeon animation Studios

Dylan Hoffman lead technical Director: Nickelodeon animation Studios

It was an absolute pleasure and honor to sit down with Dylan Hoffman from Nickelodeon.

Wayed and Dylan sit down and have a great conversation about Dylan past.

They talk about Dylan‘s journey in life and how he has his inner compass has helped him recently with its direction in life and he talked about how his inner compass is helping him navigate his future in the journey of life.
Aug 08, 202147:19
Rugged Hank: Power Lifter, Gym Enthusiast & UK Entrepreneur

Rugged Hank: Power Lifter, Gym Enthusiast & UK Entrepreneur

Ability Beast Talk conversation with Rugged Hank
Such a pleasure and an incredible honor to sit down with the Rugged Hank
I sat down with the Rugged Hank from From the UK and we talked about a variety of topics, from Covid to gym life. Hank also talked about The love for his family keeps him Fighting to leave his mark on the planet and leave a remarkable destiny for his family. When I realized really quick was Is Hank is a kind hearted gentle soul A hard-working entrepreneur trying to make it in the UK We also discussed accessibility for people with disabilities in the UK and disability right in the UK and just life in general for people with disabilities in the UK Hank is a power lifter in the gym and a power lifter in life.
Aug 02, 202156:17
Colleen Maloy: President, David Meltzer Enterprises.

Colleen Maloy: President, David Meltzer Enterprises.

This week on Ability Beast Talk amazing guest. She made it in NY she can make it anywhere President Of David Meltzer enterprises Colleen Maloy.
Colleen Maloy President David Meltzer enterprises.
On today’s episode of Ability Beast Talk
I sat down with Colleen to discuss and find out more about her journey and overcoming her struggles and persevering and graduating top of her class from Saint johns university in sports management. Now she is the president of David Meltzer Enterprises for world Renowned Speaker David Meltzer.
Aug 02, 202123:27
Kaitlin Sandeno: 4X Olympic Medilist

Kaitlin Sandeno: 4X Olympic Medilist

4 Time OLYMPIC MEDALIST Kaitlin Sandeno has the Golden Glow in life that’s makes the world shine! On today’s absolutely amazing groundbreaking, Inspiring, motivating, episode of Ability Beast Talk it’s truly an honor to have an amazing Conversation with 4 Time OLYMPIC MEDALIST Kaitlin Sandeno. Kaitlin Talks with Wayed how about how her amazing family gave her the support and love and encouragement to be a fearless winner in and out of the pool. Her amazing parents and family taught Kaitlin to help others and Make the world a better place And that’s exactly what Kaitlin has done. Kaitlin truly has a golden glow from God that’s makes her the ultimate winner and a champion for so many in life. It was an absolute honor to talk with Kaitlin today! Here’s more about Kaitlin’s amazing journey. Thank you so much again Kaitlin for joining us on Ability Beast Talk today. Kaitlin Sandeno Hogan is an American former competitive swimmer, Olympic gold medalist, world champion and former world record-holder. She also is now the national spokesperson of the Jessie Rees Foundation, a motivational speaker, coach, sports commentator, emcee, and host for world-class sporting events. New ‘Behind the Blocks’ Podcast Hosted by Kaitlin Kaitlin’s new swimming podcast ‘Behind the Blocks’ for the Women in Sports Podcast Network is now available for streaming! Check out the first three episodes, which feature legendary UCLA swim coach Cyndi Gallagher, NCAA 2019 Swimmer of the Year Beata Nelson, and five-time national champion Amy Bilquist. Link to the first episode can be found at: https://www.wispsports.com/behind-the-blocks/e1/kaitlin-sandeno-chats-with-coach-cyndi-gallagher Golden Glow: Out This Summer on Rowman & Littlefield We are thrilled to share the news of Kaitlin’s debut book, Golden Glow, out July 15th with Rowman & Littlefield! Co-written by Dan D'Addona, Golden Glow tracks Kaitlin’s incredible journey both in and out of the pool. Full details can be found HERE. Kaitlin Named One of the First Female GM’s in Pro Sports History! Read all about Kaitlin’s historic role in accepting the position as the DC trident General manager
Jul 27, 202133:52
Jesi Stracham: Founder, Wheel with Me Foundation

Jesi Stracham: Founder, Wheel with Me Foundation

On today’s amazing episode of Ability Beast Talk Jesi Stracham.

Jesi stops by and talks with Wayed about how she decided in 2017 that her motorcycle accident was not going to be the last chapter in her life. She decided to take life by the horns and be an example for so many people with disabilities and spinal cord injuries today she’s an absolute unstoppable force in life leaving her amazing mark on world! Here’s About Jessi’s journey.



Jesi Stracham is a trauma survivor on a mission to help individuals see the opportunity in their obstacles. She is the founder of Wheel With Me Foundation, the owner of Wheel With Me Consulting, and a full-time student. Through her struggles, she works for teaching individuals the power of our mindset.
In January 2015, Jesi was the passenger on a motorcycle when it collided with a car. She woke up a week later in an intensive care unit without the use of her legs secondary to a spinal cord injury. Instead of accepting disability as her reality, she rejected the prognosis that she would be wheelchair dependent for the rest of her life. In the face of adversity, Jesi is recovering from her disability, using it as a platform to reach her world. Since the onset of her injury, she has achieved more than she previously dreamed possible.
Over the past several years, she has generated a significant following among both the spinal cord injury and able-bodied community. Her goal is simple: show the world there is an opportunity in their obstacles, restoring hope during life’s difficult moments. She helps people achieve their dreams through the importance of goal setting and showing what’s possible.
Jul 25, 202137:24
Maine Laveau: Fly Boy Music Group in Carol City

Maine Laveau: Fly Boy Music Group in Carol City

Recording Artist. Maine Laveau is Sunday night’s amazing guest on Ability Beast Talk. Wayed so talks with Maine About some of his life struggles that led him to become a recording artist and persevere through the struggles in life. Struggles such as being shot, stabbed losing his father at a very young age. Maine also talks about raising his amazing daughter who has special needs.
Jul 12, 202127:33
Being disabled and surviving two major hurricanes how did they do it?

Being disabled and surviving two major hurricanes how did they do it?

Today’s guest Chris and Travis real talk. Chris and Travis have their own podcast called “Chris and Travis Real Talk” they both have been constantly powering through their struggles along the journey. There amazing journey in life not letting their disabilities define them not even during Hurricane Katrina and Hurricane Harvey they never let their disabilities defined them and they have taken their destinies in their own hands and believe in themselves they have Spina bifida and cerebral palsy their disabilities do not defined them their abilities do.
Jul 12, 202140:40
Josh Kelly: Creator The Mechanical World of Dr. Gearbox

Josh Kelly: Creator The Mechanical World of Dr. Gearbox


Today’s amazing episode of Ability Beast Talk sit down with one of Creators animator game developer extraordinaire Joshua Kelly one of the masterminds behind the game of inclusion and diversity. The mechanical world of Dr. Gearbox

A video game that is transformative inspiring educational and awesome! Tomorrow’s episode of ability Beast Talk is simply put amazing here’s the video game.


The Mechanical World of Dr. Gearbox
Video game

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Gearbox. The Mechanical World of Dr. Gearbox. Unravel the forgotten mysteries of an aging adventurer by retracing his steps across four distinct environments. Overcome the odds by recruiting a deep roster of eccentric and fascinating creatures to aid you on your quest to discover the truth.
Jul 08, 202142:00
Scott Carter: Vice President, UC Advantage

Scott Carter: Vice President, UC Advantage

On today’s episode of Ability Beast Talk Scott Carter. A wonderful leader in the business world a compassionate open hearted leader An amazing Father to his daughter. A legal genius. Scott Leeds with a deep faith in a higher power and that has shaped him into the man that he is today. I really enjoyed having an amazing conversation with Scott about society, struggles Life in general.
Wayed and Scott talk about Scott’s Journey dealing with and overcoming anxiety and depression his Journey in the world of sports becoming an executive vice president at sports one of Marketing Achieving his dream of working in the world of sports and working for his mentor Lee Steinberg.
Jul 08, 202101:15:49
Holly After GBS: Guillain-Barre Syndrome Survivor

Holly After GBS: Guillain-Barre Syndrome Survivor

Todays amazing episode of Ability Beast Talk. Holly After GBS so blessed and thankful to have Holly on today’s Today s amazing episode of Ability Beast Talk. Wayed and Holly talk about Holley journey Of Overcoming and persevering a 10 year here’s In 2011, Holly Gerlach was 26-years-old and had just given birth to a beautiful baby girl, Casey. Just a few weeks after Casey was born, Holly began experiencing numbness and tingling in her finger. That same day, she began feeling weak, had a hard time lifting her legs, and experienced severe pain in her neck.

“Then, when I stood to feed my daughter in the middle of the night, I collapsed to the floor,” explained Holly. “I ended up going to the ER thinking it was a pinched nerve.”

The ER doctor called for a neurologist and the symptoms were recognized by the neurologist right away. He immediately suspected Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS). https://www.neuromuscularfoundation.org/News-Express/Holly’s-Journey-From-Guillain-Barre-Syndrome-to-H?feed=AANEM-Foundation-News-Express
Here’s the wonderful conversation between Holly and Wayed about Holly‘s journey overcoming and power throwing GBS
Jul 06, 202123:31
Teri Fruichantie: Content Creator, Director, Writer, & Actor

Teri Fruichantie: Content Creator, Director, Writer, & Actor

On today’s amazing episode of Ability Beast Talk Actress , Director, Executive Producer. Teri Fruichantie“Frutron” Wayed and Teri talk about overcoming life struggles overcoming depression and anxiety. Teri also talks about Women in The entertainment industry and how they get overlooked in the entertainment business and get looked down upon by producers and executives in the business because of their gender.
Jul 05, 202136:23
Rich Tyrrell: CEO, Integral Sports Management

Rich Tyrrell: CEO, Integral Sports Management

Today’s guest Rich Tyrrell Integral Sports Management Richard and Wayed talk about life journey and Richards Journey in the world of sports his struggles of personal loss along the way his perseverance and strength I’ve helping others and never giving up not only in the world of sports but in the real estate Industry.
Jun 28, 202101:04:38
Henry Bustamante: Master Fitness Trainer

Henry Bustamante: Master Fitness Trainer

Henri Bustamante has been a personal trainer for the elderly and the disabled for the last 12 years. Wayed and Henry talk about Henry struggles along his journey and overcoming his struggles how Henry transition from being a musician to being a Amazing personal trainer for the disabled community and the elderly.
Jun 28, 202101:11:09
Blake Pickering: Occupational Therapist

Blake Pickering: Occupational Therapist

Blake Pickering occupational therapist for children and adults with developmental disabilities. Blake has Been a occupational therapist for the last 21 years. He was my therapist growing up he taught me so much and help me so much I wouldn’t be the person that I am today if I didn’t meet Blake so grateful and thankful for his help along my journey in life. Blake has helped so many during his time as a therapist encouraging, positive, helping so many reach their goals. A true helper in this world. Whyeed and Blake‘s conversation it’s about people with disabilities within society Blakes journey as a therapist and overcoming his personal and emotional and decision to become a occupational therapist. Also his journey of going from occupational therapy to management in advisory role teaching so many therapist how to be better therapist. To make sure therapists Our meeting the needs of people with disabilities.
Jun 27, 202101:01:33
Gary Brady: Teacher, Special Education

Gary Brady: Teacher, Special Education

Former special education teacher Gary Brady. Mr. Brady was my fifth grade teacher he taught special education for 21 years and 13 years as a substitute teacher after 34 years he retired. Here’s my mentor my friend. He is a true educator A true teacher. Never looking at someone’s disability always focusing on their abilities that is Mr. Brady. Mr. Brady was my Jaime Escalante. Mr. Brady stand and delivered for 34 years.
Jun 27, 202148:55
Larry Landauer: Executive Director, Regional Center of Orange County

Larry Landauer: Executive Director, Regional Center of Orange County

Today’s guest on Ability Beast Talk it’s an absolute pleasure and an honor to have Larry Landauer.

Larry is the Executive Director at Regional Center of Orange County for developmental disabilities.
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Larry And Wayed talk about how The regional centers Orange County is helping the disabled community even during Covid with the proper needs and programs to maintain the independence of their constituents. Larry talks about how the regional center how to make adjustments and change the way they went about every day business to make sure they are able to meet the needs of their clients with developmental disabilities during this horrible pandemic.
Jun 26, 202101:04:45
Real Talk EP: 6 The word realistic is straight trash!

Real Talk EP: 6 The word realistic is straight trash!

On today’s episode Wayed talked about overcoming the word realistic and the world putting their own expectations and lamentations upon Wayed Wayed discusses his distain for the word realistic. Wayed has a strong belief That every persons definition of realistic is different and what is realistic to one person is not realistic to another that’s why everyone’s destiny is different because we believe in our own capabilities and beliefs.
Jun 16, 202115:41
Real Talk EP:5 Self Love Affirmation

Real Talk EP:5 Self Love Affirmation

On today’s episode Wayed talks about The importance of self-love and self affection and and positive self love affirmation Positive self talk leading to positive outcomes leaning to increased levels of self-confidence.
Jun 15, 202108:15
Real Talk Ep# 4 : Random Act of Kindness

Real Talk Ep# 4 : Random Act of Kindness

Wayed talks about the importance of showing others and performing acts of random kindness every day. Helping others and spreading positivity is food for ones soul. To think about and help others at least once a day allows you to suppress the ego. and putting the needs of others first.
Jun 14, 202107:37
Real Talk EP #3 (laughter is the Fountain of Youth)

Real Talk EP #3 (laughter is the Fountain of Youth)

The importance of laughter every day laughter is the fountain of youth because it keeps the soul young. Tap into the inner child. Laughter makes my soul shine I love laughing when no one else is laughing I love laughing at my own jokes laughter is The food for my soul it keeps my soul young and filled with positive energy.
Jun 13, 202106:39
Real Talk EP #2 (The importance of having mentors in our lives)

Real Talk EP #2 (The importance of having mentors in our lives)

I have had so many mentors in my life I would say like 10 two handfuls. Mentors have been so important and so vital in my journey of life because I’ve learned so many things from them so many lessons so many struggles that they have been through I have learned from their journey and they’ve taught me so much about life and about different philosophies and about different lessons that they went through that helps shape the person that I am Today.
Jun 12, 202120:33
2010 Flashback first ever motivational speech given by the Ability Beast Back in 2010 Wayed Kabir

2010 Flashback first ever motivational speech given by the Ability Beast Back in 2010 Wayed Kabir

The Ability Beast Has been speaking to many colleges and universities and high schools over the years, all over the globe. This motivational speech was his very first one he performed back in 2010. This motivational speech was given right before Wayed’s graduation from Vanguard University with his bachelors degree in Business management. This particular speech was titled inspiration on wheels and what a inspiration Wayed has been over the years having a Powerful Impact on college students high school students sharing his message Of Unity and inclusion and hope.
Jun 06, 202127:29
Danielle Sabrina: Celebrity Publicist

Danielle Sabrina: Celebrity Publicist

A BIG Thank You to celebrity publicist Danielle Sabrina, founder of Tribe Builder Media, for her interview dropping today on the Ability Beast Talk podcast! We discussed her outlook regarding positive affirmation and the importance of stepping out of your comfort zone to take advantage of new opportunities.

I’m so grateful and thankful to have had Danielle on the Show! She is truly strength personified with a laser focused ability to accomplish whatever she sets out to do (all with extreme positivity and increased drive). Danielle is an amazing mentor and a thought leader in life.
Jun 01, 202155:02
Tim Gelsomino: Regional Sales Manager, MC Machinery Systems Inc.

Tim Gelsomino: Regional Sales Manager, MC Machinery Systems Inc.

Tim Gelsomino is the Regional Sales Manager at MC Machinery Systems Inc.
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Wayed and Tim talk about Tim leader ship family values his upbringing and how it played a role in his positive outlook on life that allows him to overcome his struggles in the business world as a salesman and the regional manager and an extraordinary leader. And we talk about how to move the needle forward for people with disabilities.
May 24, 202151:12
Mark Decker: Head coach, Girls Basketball Edison High School

Mark Decker: Head coach, Girls Basketball Edison High School

On today’s episode Wayed talks With Head coach Mark Decker of the girls basketball team Of Edison high school. Wayed and Coach Decker talk about the coaches journey and some of the struggles he has faced during his coaching career. Challenges where he learned from each coaching destination A long his journey and how it has made him a better coach over the years.
May 24, 202129:05
“Real Talk” episode 1

“Real Talk” episode 1

Ability Beast Talk is launching a new segment titled “Real Talk” where host Wayed Kabir monologues his perspective on a wide variety of topics centralized around the daily struggles facing a disenfranchised disabled community. Wayed will attempt to enlighten and dispel myths regarding the perception of people with disabilities while highlighting their capabilities and overall ability to productively contribute. The overarching goal is to level the playing field between disabled and enabled to simply just “ those with common ability”.

Download, subscribe and listen to Wayed as he delivers “Real Talk” weekly on the Ability Beast Talk podcast.
May 16, 202121:36
David Meltzer: World Renowned Motivational Speaker & Marketing Icon

David Meltzer: World Renowned Motivational Speaker & Marketing Icon

On Today’s episode of Ability Beast Talk Wayed Talks with World renowned motivational speaker David Meltzer During this amazing sit down interview with David Meltzer. Wayed and David talk about David’s journey of hitting bottom and realizing that everything around him was not forever and he was not fulfilling his purpose in life. He decided and materialistic things Meant nothing and that life was not forever and that he needed to make a change and reassess what he valued along his journey of life and overcoming his life journey struggles. A very powerful and honest discussion between the two deep honest real helpers of this world.
Apr 28, 202135:58