Sitting Tall Podcast

 come check out this amazing episode with the one and only Aaron Baker

today we interview Brooke Tubbs, and occupational therapist who works with a nonprofit organization that helps people with disabilities serve and get out

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Jack Trottier, founder of the Jack Trottier Foundation (JTF), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of individuals impacted by spinal cord injuries. Since launching in 2021, Jack has directed supportive programs across New England that focus on granting independence, expanding opportunities, and elevating quality of life through innovative, person-centered initiatives.   

In this episode, Jack shares his origin story—what motivated him to start JTF and the moment he realized this cause needed an organized, hands-on approach. From Quality-of-Life Grants that ease financial burdens, to Advanced Recreation Therapy promoting healing through adaptive sports and experiences, to Storytellers, an education initiative that raises awareness through personal narratives—discover how every program is tailored to meet individuals where they are on their recovery journey.  

We’ll explore JTF’s remarkable impact since 2021:
    •    More than 66 Quality of Life grants awarded in New England so far
    •    Over 21 adaptive recreation therapy events nationwide
    •    15 Storytellers presentations delivered at businesses, healthcare centers, schools, and more  

You’ll hear about how JTF collaborates with partners on transformative projects—like the recent home renovation in Maine with the Matt Brown Foundation—and brings survivors into adaptive adventures, from water skiing to surfing. Recent highlights include an adaptive surfing event at Horseneck Beach, MA, scheduled for September 5, 2025.   

Throughout the discussion, Jack opens up about the emotional and practical challenges of supporting SCI survivors, the importance of community and storytelling, and how listeners can get involved—whether through volunteering, attending events, or donating to foster mobility, independence, and well-being.

Tune in for a heartfelt, hopeful, and action-oriented episode that proves how vision—and compassion—can shift lives.

n this inspiring episode, we sit down with globe-trotter, former cheerleader, and fierce disability advocate [Her Name]. From pom-poms to passport stamps, she’s redefining resilience and showing the spinal cord injury (SCI) community—and the world—what it really means to live boldly.

We explore her journey through travel, recovery, and advocacy, her cheerleader spirit that never faded, and how she’s lighting the way for others navigating life with SCI. Her story is one of joy, grit, and unstoppable energy.

Tune in for a conversation that’s real, uplifting, and a testament to the power of self-belief.

Absolutely, Casey! Here’s a solid set of hashtags to amplify the episode’s reach and connect with the right communities:

Core Themes:

• #DisabilityAdvocate

• #SCICommunity

• #LifeBeyondLimits

• #SittingTallPodcast

• #UnstoppableSpirit

• #WheelchairLife

• #TravelWithDisability

• #RepresentationMatters

• #StrongerThanEver

 come and enjoy a very special episode where we learned about a unique travel company that AIDS and assist people with disabilities to find access accessible travel throughout the world

Amazing episode with the ultra inspiring and mitivatoonal Jose Flores. A bronx native living in Florida thriving despite being born with SMA. Enjoy!!!

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 here is an historical moment! Our quarter century episode Number 25! We are interviewing the Jesi Stracham  who lives in North Carolina, and let me tell you she has a story to tell! Hope you guys enjoy the episode with all the information and laughs

 introducing Lonnie from Canada, who wont stop flying in the sky, lol from skydiving, to paragliding, to bobsled This man has a story to tell

 coming all the way from California Ellie is a great ambassador for the spinal cord population and cant wait to shine some light on her!