Life Gets MoCrazy

In this powerful episode of Life Gets MoCrazy, Jamie MoCrazy sits down with former Team USA bobsled athlete William Person, whose nine-year athletic career left him battling the devastating effects of CTE. At his lowest point, William could barely get up off the floor—plagued by vertigo, confusion, and depression. But a chance discovery of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT), inspired by NFL legend Joe Namath, changed everything.

Now, William is on a mission to open a nonprofit CTE Recovery Center that will offer athletes and military veterans free access to HBOT and other life-restoring treatments. His story is one of courage, hope, and a determination to give others the same second chance he found.

In this episode, we talk about:

• William going from top of his game as a Team USA Athlete to vertigo, headaches, confusion, and anger so badly he could barely get up off the floor
• Discovering HBOT as a healing modality for his CTE through former NFL great Joe Namath
• Today, William is on a mission to open a CTE Recovery Center to bring treatment and reprieve to athletes and military veterans in need of care, at no cost to them

Links:

GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/93ff9c6e  

• To raise funds to open a CTE Recovery Center for athletes and military veterans battling CTE like symptoms to receive care without the burden of cost

Social Media: @onemanwithachamber

Facebook

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LinkedIn

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Instagram

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YouTube

https://youtube.com/@braininjurysurvival?si=KfTK-iFXlhLORgQC

TikTok

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More about William Person: William is a former nine-year Team USA Bobsled athlete whose career left him battling the devastating effects of CTE. At his lowest point, he could barely get up off the floor, lost in confusion, depression, and deteriorating brain. Hope came when he discovered Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, which restored clarity in his thinking, color to his vision, and purpose to his life. Today, William is on a mission to raise awareness of brain damage in sports, the importance of protecting and healing the brain, and he’s on a mission to open a nonprofit CTE Recovery Center to help athletes and veterans heal at no cost to them.

In this inspiring episode of Life Gets MoCrazy, Jamie MoCrazy talks with Micki Purcell and her son Anthony, founders of the national nonprofit Walking With Anthony. After Anthony’s life-changing spinal cord injury, the Purcells transformed their pain into purpose—building a community and resource hub that brings hope, funding, and guidance to survivors and their families.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How Anthony’s accident led to the creation of Walking With Anthony and gave him a renewed sense of purpose
• The crucial role of mental health, community, and “small victories” in recovery from spinal cord injury
• Why accessible rehab and financial support are vital, and how the Purcells are working to expand opportunities for survivors across the nation

✨ Learn more, donate, or get involved at https://walkingwithanthony.org/

After surviving a near-fatal attack in Nigeria that left him with a traumatic brain injury and paralysis, Kelubia Mabatah has spent the last decade reclaiming his life—one determined step at a time. In this powerful episode of Life Gets Mo Crazy, Kel shares how he rebuilt his ability to speak and walk, founded the The 'Kel Strong' Mabatah Foundation, and became a professional adaptive bodybuilder. Through faith, mindset, and service, he's turned unimaginable adversity into a mission of hope.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

• How Kelubia overcame the physical and emotional aftermath of a violent brain injury
• Why mindset and purpose are crucial in long-term recovery
• How Kel’s foundation is helping TBI survivors access critical therapy and support

In this episode of Life Gets MoCrazy, Jamie MoCrazy speaks with Michael A. Jensen, an MD/PhD student at the Mayo Clinic whose life changed in an instant after a cycling accident caused a traumatic brain injury. What followed was a remarkable story of perseverance, intellectual growth, and emotional healing. Michael shares how his recovery deepened his passion for neuroscience and ultimately brought him back to Mayo—this time, as a student and researcher.

In this episode, we talk about:

• How Michael rebuilt his identity after a severe brain injury and returned to Medical School to pursue his PHD
• The power of mindset, family support, and structured recovery in long-term healing
• Asking “why”: integrating personal experience into professional purpose

In this inspiring episode of Life Gets MoCrazy, host Jamie MoCrazy sits down with Ian McGann, an emerging advocate and survivor of a rare brain stem stroke with only a 5% survival rate. From being paralyzed and misjudged in a critical moment to walking unassisted within 30 days, Ian shares his harrowing and hopeful recovery journey.

In this episode, we talk about:

• The life-threatening stroke that left Ian with locked-in syndrome—and how bias in the ER delayed his care
• The mental health impact of recovery, including PTSD, suicidal ideation, and losing/regaining identity
• Unconventional therapies that helped Ian reclaim joy, including trauma retreats, yoga, and daily affirmations

Two days after celebrating her 21st birthday, Erica Renee was struck by a stray bullet—an unexpected event that resulted in a traumatic brain injury and months in a coma. In this heartfelt episode of Life Gets Mo Crazy, Erica shares her powerful story of recovery, resilience, and redefining what it means to live with purpose. Now an author, TBI coach, and emerging filmmaker, she offers insight into how she rebuilt her life and continues to support others on their healing journeys.

✨ In This Episode, You'll Learn:

• How Erica found strength after surviving a critical brain injury
• The emotional and physical realities of starting life over after trauma
• Mindset tools to help uncover purpose when life takes an unexpected turn

In this episode of Life Gets MoCrazy, host Jamie MoCrazy sits down with Jonny Huntington, a former British Army officer who faced paralysis after a brain bleed in 2014. Jonny shares his journey from military training at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst to navigating a life-changing health crisis that ended his service career. Refusing to let paralysis define him, Jonny committed to intensive rehabilitation and went on to make history as the first disabled person to complete a South Pole expedition.

Jamie and Jonny dive into the emotional and physical challenges of recovery, the power of resilience, and how community support and proper rehabilitation shape long-term outcomes. Jonny also opens up about the behind-the-scenes struggles of fundraising and securing sponsorships, revealing the balance between intrinsic motivation and external validation in pursuing ambitious goals.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Overcoming paralysis through determination, rehabilitation, and adventure
• The mental and emotional journey of rebuilding identity after a life-altering injury
• The challenges of funding and finding support for adaptive expeditions

Resources:

• Jonny Huntington: https://www.jonnyhuntington.com/
• MoCrazy Strong Foundation: https://www.mocrazystrong.org

In this episode of Life Gets MoCrazy, Jamie MoCrazy sits down with Martin Karrigan, a brain injury survivor, educator, and advocate with the Brain Injury Association of Maryland. In 1998, Martin was a college athlete when he was struck by a car, leaving him in a coma and facing a long road to recovery. Through intensive rehabilitation and unwavering determination, he not only returned to school but built a fulfilling career in special education and became a passionate advocate for brain injury awareness.

Jamie and Martin discuss the importance of access to proper rehabilitation, the ongoing fight for policy change in Washington, D.C., and the stark reality that brain injury treatment today is harder to access than it was decades ago. They also explore the isolation many survivors face and the power of community in recovery.

In this episode, we talk about:

• The critical role of rehabilitation and why many survivors don’t get enough care
• The stigma surrounding brain injury and why many survivors stay silent
• How advocacy efforts in D.C. aim to improve brain injury treatment

Resources:

• Brain Injury Association of Maryland: https://www.biamd.org
• Tasmania University Course: TBI MOOC
• MoCrazy Strong Foundation: https://www.mocrazystrong.org

Notes: 

The course through Tasmania University is free and self-paced from March 24th to May 19th.

If you have thoughts or feedback on the course please email [email protected]

In this episode of Life Gets Mo Crazy, Jamie MoCrazy sits down with Candace Gantt, brain injury survivor, advocate, and founder of the Mind Your Brain Foundation. Candace shares her remarkable journey of resilience after a traumatic brain injury changed the course of her life. From being an Ironman competitor and corporate executive to relearning how to walk and talk, Candace takes us through the struggles and triumphs of her recovery.

Jamie and Candace dive into the critical role of immediate medical care, the importance of long-term rehabilitation, and how survivors can reclaim their sense of self after brain injury. They also discuss the Mind Your Brain Conference, a life-changing resource for TBI survivors and caregivers. Tune in to hear how small steps can lead to profound transformations and how advocacy is shaping the future of brain injury recovery.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Overcoming cognitive and emotional challenges after brain injury
• The role of caregivers and community in the recovery process
• How the Mind Your Brain Conference provides free resources for TBI survivors

Resources:

• Mind Your Brain Foundation & Conference: https://www.mindyourbrainfoundation.org/
• Toastmasters (Public Speaking Support): https://www.toastmasters.org/
• MoCrazy Strong Brain Injury Foundation: https://www.mocrazystrong.org/

In this episode of Life Gets Mo Crazy, Jamie MoCrazy welcomes Annie Liontas, genderqueer author of Sex with a Brain Injury and advocate for disability justice. Annie shares their deeply personal journey through multiple concussions, the emotional and cognitive challenges that followed, and the social and medical barriers they encountered along the way. Together, they explore the intersections of brain injury, gender, and the power of storytelling to foster connection and understanding.

This conversation dives into the invisibility of traumatic brain injuries, the gender disparities in TBI experiences, and the historical and socio-political forces shaping how we understand and treat brain injuries today. With raw honesty and actionable insights, this episode is a must-listen for survivors, caregivers, and anyone passionate about redefining recovery.

Key Topics Covered:

• The invisibility and societal doubt surrounding brain injuries
• Gender disparities in TBI outcomes and care
• Historical and socio-political realities shaping brain injury treatment

Learn more at: https://www.annieliontas.com/
https://www.mocrazystrong.org/