In this powerful first part of a two-episode special, Jack talks with four-time Paralympian and world champion sprinter Jarryd Wallace to explore the incredible journey that shaped his identity far beyond the track.

Before he was a decorated Paralympian, Jarryd was a standout high school distance runner with a scholarship to the University of Georgia. But at 18, a diagnosis of compartment syndrome led to a devastating medical complication—and, ultimately, the amputation of his leg. In this deeply personal episode, Jarryd opens up about:

• The years-long battle with pain, uncertainty, and identity loss
• His raw struggles with faith, purpose, and mental health
• The pivotal moment that led him from bitterness to breakthrough
• How he came to see amputation not as loss but as a second chance at life

Jarryd’s story is one of resilience, spiritual growth, and discovering strength in surrender. Tune in to hear how a young athlete faced unimaginable obstacles—and found a renewed vision for life, purpose, and elite performance.

Stay tuned for Part 2, where Jarryd shares how he turned his new reality into a record-breaking career on the world stage.

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