Take A Seat

In episode 16 Cameron and James invite Jezza Williams to take a seat with them. Jezza is the CEO of Making Trax a new zealand company pushing inclusive tourism around the world. The foundation is designed to show people and companies how they can push their limits. You do not know what is possible if you do not challenge yourself. 

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This week Cam & James catch up with Chris Kerrisk who founded the new app 'Cérge', which is taking the world of disability by storm, to answer the question:

"Can I obtain unrivalled customer service if the staff of a business knew who I was, what I wanted and my likes and dislikes the moment I arrived?"

"Cérge is the perfect combination to showcase how technology can be used to enhance in-person interactions and experiences, in the real world."

Cérge is a communications platform for organisations to provide personalised service to customers with disability.

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In episode 14 Cameron and James invite Blair Hunt to take a seat with them. Blair is an Australian Exercise Physiologist who has worked heavily in the neurological rehabilitation sector. His integration of dreams, goals and community based therapy have influenced people's lives while shaping his own personal passions. The stories told in this episode give you chills while bringing a tear to your eye.  

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In episode 13 Cameron and James invite Sarah Rose to take a seat with them. Sarah had an illustrious sporting career before becoming an inaugural member of the Paralympics Australia athlete commission. She has now paved the way for many athletes to follow in her footsteps. Her insight and mission for the future have sparked a greater desire in the boys.

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In episode 12 Cameron and James invite Adam and Natasha to take a seat with them. Adam and Natasha are Wheelchair racers with some incredible accolades under their belts! This leads into a great conversation around social constructs and Adam & Natasha's view points.

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This podcast is proudly sponsored by Suncoast Spinners a Wheelchair based sporting club.

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In episode 11 Cameron and James invite Paige Greco to take a seat with them. Paige is the current C3 3000m individual pursuit world record holder and Tokyo paralympic gold medalist. As the boys are novices with paracycling, they ask Paige to explain her sport. This leads into a great conversation around social constructs and Paige’s view point.

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In episode 10 Cameron and James take a seat with themselves. During this episode they open up about the podcast's past 9 episodes, its intention and impact, connection with followers, and their authenticity. This leads to conversations around difficult topics, feedback received, and their own attempts at answering the hard cards.

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In episode 9 Cameron and James invite Janine Watson to take a seat with them. Janine is Australia’s first-ever Para-athlete to compete and win a medal at the Paralympics Games in the sport of Para-taekwondo. She has kicked the door down for many athletes to follow in her footsteps. 

Janine flips the script on Cameron and James and shows how it feels to be put on the spot with ableism. Her mindset and perspective on many topics leave you thinking hard and long about how people would really feel. Why are you asking the question and what do you wish to gain from it. 

Janine has found the light in what would be expected as a bleak and dark future. She challenges you to change the future with her.

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In episode 8 Cameron and James invite Nikki Ayers to take a seat with them. Nikki is an Australian para rower who has recently engaged in her first Paralympic games. 



Nikki has been dreaming of representing Australia since her childhood. She was even willing to create her own sport to do it. Following a life-changing incident, Nikki was provided with an oar-some opportunity that she took with both hands. This episode has something for everyone, with take-home messages and inspirations throughout. 

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Links:

Nikki Ayers Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nearlyleglessnikki

Nikki Ayers Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikki-ayers

Suncoast spinners - https://suncoastspinners.com.au/

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In episode 7 Cameron and James invite Carol Cooke to take a seat with them. Carol is an amazing woman who has taken the grip of her handlebars and pedalled her way through tough times. 

In 1998 a Doctor changed Carol's life when he delivered her diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis in a way that ignited a Paralympic flame deep within her. Not willing to go home and write her will, Carol began living her life to the fullest. She has now represented Australia in multiple sports, raised millions of dollars, and became a motivational speaker. This episode shows that a person can do anything they put their mind to regardless of their abilities, age, and gender.



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Links:

Carol Cooke Website - https://carolcooke.com.au/

Carol Cooke Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/carol-cooke-am-ply-a728201b/

Paracycling Australia - https://www.australiancyclingteam.com/para.html

Yarra Yarra Rowing Club - https://www.yyrc.com.au/home/

St Kilda Cycling Club - https://www.skcc.com.au/

MS Mega Swim - https://www.msmegachallenge.org.au/

Suncoast spinners - https://suncoastspinners.com.au/

Linkt.ree - https://linktr.ee/TheTakeASeatProject

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