Best Rico Segovia ATP Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 16: Season 1 Finale, The First 15. 57:36

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Episode Description — Season 1 Finale: “The First 15” In this special season finale, we hit pause and look back at the journey that brought us here. From powerful comeback stories to raw, unfiltered conversations about resilience, purpose, and real-life struggles, we revisit the first 15 episodes that shaped Season 1. Join us as we reflect on the l…

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Episode 15: Semper Fi: The Unbreakable Spirit of Charlie Merritt 1:21:50

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At just 17 years old, Charlie Merritt made a promise — to serve, to lead, and to never back down. Following in his father’s footsteps, he earned the title of United States Marine at Parris Island, beginning a journey defined by grit, discipline, and heart. After eight years on active duty and four in the reserves, Charlie carried that same intensit…

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Episode 14: Full Throttle: How Mario Built His Own Way Back 1:15:25

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For as long as he can remember, Mario Bonfante has lived for speed — from BMX tracks and motocross jumps to the smooth pavement of road racing. By the time he was sixteen, he had earned his pro card, chasing the dream of becoming one of the best. But in September of 2006, a BMX crash changed everything. The accident left him paralyzed — but not pow…

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Episode 13: The Rise of Armando Ramirez 1:05:11

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At just 18 years old, Armando Ramirez’s life changed in an instant. What began as an ordinary night ended in tragedy when a drive-by shooting left him fighting for his life. His heart stopped for 12 minutes. Doctors said the odds were slim — but Armando had other plans. Now living with a T9–T10 spinal cord injury, Armando has defied every expectati…

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Episode 12: Corey Lee: A Veteran’s Courage to Begin Again 1:44:37

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In this episode, we sit down with Corey Lee — better known as Pheez. At just 18 years old, Corey joined the Navy on September 6, 2001, only five days before 9/11 changed the world. What he thought would be a four-year enlistment turned into deployments, life-altering experiences, and a path he never expected. Corey opens up about his time serving a…

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Episode 11: Eric's Straight Talk About Rehab, Sex & Survival After SCI Mature themes 2:01:44

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Listener discretion is advised. Eric’s story is raw, real, and unforgettable. After surviving two major crashes that left him with spinal cord injuries, he takes us inside the highs and lows of rehab—sharing how medication-induced hallucinations tested his mind, and how humor became his tool to calm others and himself. He recalls the unlikely momen…

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Episode 10: Fighting Spirit: Jody’s Journey from Survivor to Champion” 1:22:41

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Jody’s story is one of resilience, faith, and fighting spirit. He shares how a life-changing accident deepened his spiritual connection and set him on a journey of recovery at Craig Hospital. Through the ups and downs, he battled depression and discovered purpose and joy in adaptive sports. Today, Jody is not only the reigning Wheelchair Boxing Hea…

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Episode 9: Julia Bramwell MD: The Doctor Who Asked Why 1:10:10

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Episode Description (Dr. Julia Bramwell) In this powerful episode, we sit down with Dr. Julia Bramwell, a board-certified pediatrician who has dedicated over two decades to medicine before making a bold shift to launch Invest in My Health Corp. Julia opens up about her personal journey, the challenges she faced, and the pivotal experiences that res…

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Episode 8: Clown to Clinician: The Journey of Britt Sitzes, OTR/ATP 1:45:59

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In this episode, we dive into the incredible journey of Britt Sitzes, OTR/ATP — from performing as a clown to becoming an occupational therapist and later a respected ATP. Britt’s career path is full of unexpected turns, but each step shaped the impact he would go on to make in the mobility world. We talk about his time at National Seating and Mobi…

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Episode 7: Finding Freedom in Laughter 48:52

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Episode 7: Phillip Bramwell: Finding Freedom in Laughter In this episode, we welcome comedian and performer Phillip Bramwell. Born with quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy, Phillip brings a sharp sense of humor and a fresh perspective on life, independence, and disability. With a background that includes professional acting and modeling, he’s no stranger t…

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Episode 6: A Conversation with Dr. Allison Kyral: Adaptive Fitness & PT Insights 58:04

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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Allison Kyral, DPT, to explore the world of adaptive fitness, physical therapy, and patient care for individuals with spinal cord injuries. Alyson shares her journey pursuing her DPT, the experiences that shaped her approach, and her passion for creating inclusive fitness spaces. We also dive into her work with…

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Episode 5: Walk This Walk with Integrity 1:00:30

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In this inspiring episode, Shawn Simmons opens up about his journey of perseverance after a below-the-knee amputation. Through determination and rehab, he discovered wheelchair basketball — first playing with the ParaSports Spurs and now competing at the collegiate level with the University of Texas at Arlington. His dedication has also led to an i…

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Episode 4: The Master Plan; Victoria's Victory 1:04:07

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From the softball field to the stables, Victoria’s journey is one of grit, grace, and growth. In this episode of The Wheelchair Roundtable, Victoria shares her powerful story—from the day her life changed with a diagnosis of Cauda Equina Syndrome, to the long road of recovery that followed. Before her injury, she was fiercely competitive on the sof…

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Episode 3: More Than a Diagnosis: Mario’s Drive to Build a Future" 1:06:54

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In this episode of The Wheelchair Roundtable, we pull up a seat with Mario — a C5/C6 incomplete spinal cord injury survivor whose story is a blueprint of resilience. After facing the unthinkable, Mario didn’t stop at survival. He went back to school, pushed through the barriers, and pursued a master’s degree in civil engineering. Through grit, dete…

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Episode 2: Danny Flores; Life at C5/C6 – Unbroken 52:34

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In this powerful episode of The Wheelchair Roundtable, we pull up a seat with Danny Flores, a resilient force from right here in the Rio Grande Valley. Danny shares the raw, unfiltered story of the day everything changed—a C5/C6 incomplete spinal cord injury that rewired his body but never touched his spirit. We talk about what it means to wake up …

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What is an ATP? (And How Did We Become One?) 54:47

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Welcome to the debut episode of Wheelchair Roundtable! 🎙️ In this opener, your hosts Rico and Roland—both proud Assistive Technology Professionals (ATPs)—break down what an ATP actually does, and why this role is a critical piece of the mobility puzzle. But we’re not just talking job titles—we’re getting personal. We share our own journeys into the…

Rico Segovia ATP Podcasts

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The Wheelchair Roundtable ATP-End User Perspective

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Episode 16: Season 1 Finale, The First 15. 57:36

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Episode 15: Semper Fi: The Unbreakable Spirit of Charlie Merritt 1:21:50

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Episode 14: Full Throttle: How Mario Built His Own Way Back 1:15:25

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Episode 13: The Rise of Armando Ramirez 1:05:11

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Episode 12: Corey Lee: A Veteran’s Courage to Begin Again 1:44:37

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Episode 11: Eric's Straight Talk About Rehab, Sex & Survival After SCI Mature themes 2:01:44

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Episode 10: Fighting Spirit: Jody’s Journey from Survivor to Champion” 1:22:41

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Episode 9: Julia Bramwell MD: The Doctor Who Asked Why 1:10:10

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Episode 8: Clown to Clinician: The Journey of Britt Sitzes, OTR/ATP 1:45:59

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Episode 7: Finding Freedom in Laughter 48:52

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Episode 6: A Conversation with Dr. Allison Kyral: Adaptive Fitness & PT Insights 58:04

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Episode 5: Walk This Walk with Integrity 1:00:30

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Episode 4: The Master Plan; Victoria's Victory 1:04:07

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Episode 3: More Than a Diagnosis: Mario’s Drive to Build a Future" 1:06:54

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Episode 2: Danny Flores; Life at C5/C6 – Unbroken 52:34

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What is an ATP? (And How Did We Become One?) 54:47