A New Direction
Transitions take some getting used to - but often they open the door to something better. Over the years, our most-listened-to episodes have been those focused on specific research breakthroughs. With...
28 Dec 20253min
Change Comes From Action - Jeff Toby
Meet Jeff Toby from St. Paul, Minnesota. At just 22, a motorcycle accident left him a C5 quadriplegic — but it didn’t stop his drive. Instead of following his family’s business, Jeff turned his energy...
26 Okt 202534min
Going Off-Road - Topher Downham
In this episode of Spinal Cast, we are joined by Topher Downham, an adventurer, educator, and quadriplegic whose happiest moments are spent in the great outdoors. Passionate about helping others with...
28 Sep 202541min
Finding Your People - Beth Reeves & Vanessa Jewell
In this episode of Spinal Cast, we explore what it really means to meet someone where they are on their recovery journey. Our guests, Beth Reeves, a clinical social worker and Vanessa Jewell, an occup...
31 Aug 202530min
Stack Good Days! - Hunter Pinke
Does attitude matter? Just ask Hunter Pinke. In this episode of Spinal Cast, we sit down with Hunter Pinke – a proud, small town North Dakotan athlete with a universal message. After a skiing accid...
27 Juli 202531min
The Trifecta: Neurons, Axons, & Genes - Dr. Murray Blackmore
In this episode of Spinal Cast, we’re joined by Dr. Murray Blackmore – renowned for making complex biology accessible. He breaks down the incredible science behind spinal cord repair, from neurons an...
29 Juni 202542min
Inside the 2025 Wheelchair Games - Seth Thomas
In this episode of Spinal Cast, we shine the spotlight on the 44th Annual National Veterans Wheelchair Games, coming to Minneapolis from July 17-22, 2025. Hosted by the Paralyzed Veterans of America (...
25 Maj 202521min
