A Son’s Perspective with Ezra Frech | The Birth of a Paralympian Part 2/2

by Paralysis 2 PurposeSeptember 7, 2021

Ezra Frech’s unparalleled athletic ability and wisdom instantly erases any preconceived notions of a 16-year-old young man. In detailing his rise to Paralympian status, Ezra’s early ability to recognize his worth and make himself comfortable in any setting fuelled his success as a track and field athlete.

Despite his fame, Ezra reminds us that humility, focus, and community are integral to staying true to one’s purpose. He discusses his training regimen, the sacrifices that accompany Paralympic aspirations, the significance of representing Team USA at Tokyo 2020, and the mental preparation for a Paralympic Games caught in a global pandemic.

Ezra commands the audience’s attention with his maturity and appetite for competitiveness. His philosophical interpretation of Paralysis to Purposes’ core values- perspective, perseverance, and partnership will inspire you to follow his journey ahead!

I Lost My Soul with Charmeachealle ‘Mike’ Moore

by Paralysis 2 PurposeFebruary 1, 2022

Charmeachealle "Mike" Moore had fulfilled his dream of making it to the NFL, but along the way, he almost lost everything. Suicidal thoughts and alcoholism introduced forceful darkness in his life. Mike’s young daughter’s words helped him claw his way back to life, leading to his ultimate decision to relinquish football and start a new purposeful mission, “We Living.” Listen to see how a Brain Tumor, Death and Divorce provided a wake-up call for Mike to pursuit something greater than the NFL.

The Bionic Unicorn: Life after Cancer with Damian Buchman

by Paralysis 2 PurposeOctober 19, 2021

Entrepreneur, thought leader and cancer survivor Damian Buchman is invincible. Diagnosed at age 13, his loved ones aided in developing his positive mindset that powered him through the gauntlet of surgeries and chemotherapy en route to defying the odds. Listen to his story as he pursued adaptive sports and became an emblem of hope to children living with a multitude of disabilities.

Get Off the Couch with Unstoppable Tracy Schmitt

by Paralysis 2 PurposeJune 15, 2021

She's living proof that the human spirit is unconquerable. Double-amputee Tracy Schmitt has defied all odds by not only living a normal life- she's hit some of the greatest milestones known to mankind.