Wheelchair Nerds
Episodes
Episode 56: Advocating for Yourself During a Wheelchair Evaluation
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This special episode is taken from a recent webinar focusing on bridging the gap between user experience and clinical expertise when going in for a wh...
Episode 55: Navigating Changes to Medicare's Five-Year Wheelchair Replacement Rule
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jim Stephenson (Senior Market Access Manager at Permobil) and Tamara Kittelson (Executive Director of the Clinician Task Force) unpac...
Episode 54: The Origin Story of WheelyQ Barbecue with Collin Pollock
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Episode 54 of the podcast, where we interview Collin Pollock. Collin has SMA type 3 and is an entrepreneur. He started WheelyQ Barbecue abo...
Episode 53: Drive Wheel Decisions with Sara Gaver and Hawken Miller
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hawken Miller and Sarah Gaver join host Angie Kiger to compare front-, mid-, and rear-wheel drive power chairs. From terrain and transfers to independ...
Episode 52: Crafty Posture Conversations with Lee Ann Hoffman
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Wheelchair Nerds, we sit down with occupational therapist Lee Ann Hoffman, OTD, MSc, OTR, ATP/SMS, to talk all things posture, seat...
Episode 51: Adaptive Driving with Ryan Harrison
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Ryan Harrison, a field marketing manager at United Access. We discuss the intricacies of adaptive vehicles, the various ...
Episode 50: Diving into 24/7 Posture with Sharon Sutherland
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sharon Sutherland, a world-renown 24-hour posture care expert, joins Wheelchair Nerds for our 50th episode! Sharon shares her journey from sports phys...
Episode 49: The Power of Occupational Therapy with David Miller
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Wheelchair Nerds, hosts Angie Kiger and Hawken Miller welcome David Miller, a regional clinical education manager for Permobil. Dav...
Episode 48: Innovating for Independence with Mark Fuglevand from Abilitease
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join host Angie Kiger and Hawken Miller on Wheelchair Nerds as they interview Mark Fuglevand, founder of Abilitease. Mark, a C6 incomplete quadriplegi...
Episode 47: The Importance of On-Time Mobility with Lisa Kenyon
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We welcome Lisa Kenyon, PT, DPT, PhD, PCS, and professor at Grand Valley State University, to this episode of Wheelchair Nerds, where we discuss all t...
Episode 46: The Process Behind Creating a Unique, Custom-Designed Wheelchair with Ken Winward
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 46 of Wheelchair Nerds, I sit down with Ken Winward, a legend in the TyLite world, to explore the fascinating process of creating custom-de...
Episode 45: Rolling into the Kitchen: Cooking with Gabby DiSalvo
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join me, Angie Kiger, on Wheelchair Nerds for Episode 45: Rolling into the Kitchen: Cooking with Gabby DiSalvo. In this engaging episode, I chat with ...
Episode 44: Evolving the Field: A Deep Dive into the 2nd Edition of Seating and Wheeled Mobility
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Wheelchair Nerds, hosts Angie and Hawken sit down with industry legends and editors Michelle L. Lange and Jean L. Minkel to explore...
Episode 43: Rolling into a new era
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join me, Angie Kiger, as we kick off Season 3 of Wheelchair Nerds with Episode 43: Rolling into a New Era. I'm thrilled to introduce our new co-host, ...
Episode 42: The Art and Science of Product Development with Dan Debrah
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Wheelchair Nerds, we dive deep into the world of product development with Dan Debrah, Vice President of Research and Development at...
Episode 41: The 2024 CPF Holiday Gift Guide with Jen Lyman
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this festive episode, we’re thrilled to welcome back Jen Lyman, the Resource Content Manager for the Cerebral Palsy Foundation (CPF). Jen joins u...
Episode 43: Choosing Your First Ultralightweight Wheelchair: Key Features and Lifestyle Fit
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Wheelchair Nerds, we discuss what to look for in a first ultralightweight manual wheelchair with insights from Rachel Fabi...
Episode 39: Drive Wheel Configurations: Selecting the Best Option for You
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 39 of Wheelchair Nerds, I delve into the intricacies of drive wheel configurations for power wheelchairs with my guest, Amy Morgan, a leadi...
Episode 38: Building Careers: Navigating Employment with a Disability
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join me, Angie Kiger, on Wheelchair Nerds for Episode 38: Building Careers: Navigating Employment with a Disability. As we celebrate National Disabili...
Episode 37: The Power of Material: Why Advocacy for Ultralightweight Wheelchairs Matters
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 37 of Wheelchair Nerds, I delve into the crucial topic of ultralightweight wheelchairs and their significance in advocacy. As the political...
Episode 36: Continuum of Care: Options for an Aging Population
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join me, Angie Kiger, on this episode of Wheelchair Nerds as we explore the continuum of care options for an aging population. Inspired by personal ex...
Episode 35: Rolling into Adventure: Outdoor Accessibility and Resources for Wheelchair Users
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we explore outdoor accessibility for wheelchair users. We discuss funding options, grants, and non-profit organizations that can help you g...
Episode 34: Power Assist 101
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Wheelchair Nerds, Angie is joined by Cathy Carver, PT, DPT, ATP/SMS to discuss power assist devices. They break down the different ...
Episode 33: Joy for All: Exploring Accessibility at Morgan's Wonderland and Beyond
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join me, Angie Kiger, on Wheelchair Nerds as we dive into Episode 33: Joy for All: Exploring Accessibility at Morgan's Wonderland and Beyond. This epi...
Episode 32: Navigating the road: Learning to drive with a disability
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join me, Angie Kiger, on Wheelchair Nerds as we explore the journey of learning to drive with a disability in Episode 32: Navigating the Road. This ep...
Episode 31: Soaring Ahead: United Spinal’s Alex Bennewith and Kent Keyser on Air Travel Advocacy
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in to the latest episode of Wheelchair Nerds as we explore the advancements in air travel advocacy with special guests Alex Bennewith and Kent Ke...
Episode 30: Speech Therapists: Enhancing Wheelchair Evaluations
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
0In this episode of Wheelchair Nerds, we have the pleasure of welcoming speech language pathologist and assistive technology professional, Debbie Perr...
Episode 29: Wheelchair mom tips with Juliet Justice
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartwarming episode of Wheelchair Nerds, I sit down with Juliet Justice, a dynamic mom who shares her journey of motherhood while using a whe...
Episode 28: Exploring disability representation in acting and beyond
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Delving into the world of disability representation in the arts, we have the pleasure of speaking with the incredibly talented Joci Scott on this exci...
Episode 27: An Intro to Alternative Drive Solutions
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Wheelchair Nerds, we discuss the world of alternative drive controls for power wheelchairs with complex rehab industry veteran Lind...
Episode 26: Exploring custom seating solutions
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
his week on Wheelchair Nerds, guest host Nicole LaBerge, PT, ATP teams up with Jenn Gray, OT, ATP and Caroline Pennell to dive deep into the realm of ...
Episode 25: Talking tilt with Michelle Lange
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Experience the insightful discussion on Wheelchair Nerds as we delve into the world of dependent mobility with Michelle Lange, OTR/L, ATP/SMS. Discove...
Episode 24: Abilities Expo: past, present, and future
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join me, Angie Kiger, on Wheelchair Nerds as we dive into the fascinating world of the Abilities Expo in Episode 27: Abilities Expo: past, present, an...
Episode 23: Unlocking the Power of Music with Adaptive Technologies
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for an exciting new season of Wheelchair Nerds! Join us as we dive into a fascinating conversation with songwriter and producer Corey "Pheez...
Episode 25: Season 2 Trailer
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready to roll into a whole new dimension of insightful conversations and captivating stories with the upcoming season of Wheelchair Nerds...
Episode 22: Creating Holiday Wish Lists
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In our last episode of season one of Wheelchair Nerds, we had the pleasure of speaking with Jen Lyman, the Resource Content Manager for the Cerebral P...
Episode 21: CeCe's journey: exploring resources for Veterans
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Wheelchair Nerds, we had the privilege of sitting down with Centra "CeCe" Mazyck, an Army veteran, to delve into her journey both b...
Episode 20: Material choice in ultralightweight manual wheelchairs
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for an eye-opening discussion on the importance of material choice in ultralightweight manual wheelchairs. Our special guests, Jim Stephenson ...
Episode 19: Ideation to Completion: Bringing Concepts to Life
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Wheelchair Nerds, we have an exciting topic on our hands: the journey of transforming a wheelchair concept into a fully realized pr...
Episode 18: Adaptive Costume Creation: Halloween & Beyond
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to episode 18 Wheelchair Nerds as we explore the exciting world of adaptive costume creation for Halloween and beyond! Tune in as we chat with ...
Episode 17: "Empowered & enabled" with Bobby Brown and Kara Kopplin
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Wheelchair Nerds, we're joined by Bobby Brown, a clinical psychologist and end user, and Kara Kopplin, Director of Regulatory Scien...
Episode 16: A Mission of Mobility
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 16 of Wheelchair Nerds, titled "A Mission of Mobility," I, Angie Kiger, dive into the inspiring work of the Permobil Foundation. Joining me...
Episode 15: Status report: Seat elevate coverage
18 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 15 of Wheelchair Nerds, join me, Angie Kiger, as we dive into the latest updates on seat elevation coverage. In this special report, I'm jo...
Episode 14: Clinicians' tips for back to school
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 14 of Wheelchair Nerds, we dive into essential tips for clinicians and families as kids head back to school, especially those using wheelch...
Episode 13: Navigating school with a wheelchair
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on the newest episode of Wheelchair Nerds as we delve into the topic of maneuvering through school with a wheelchair. We have the pleasure of ...
Episode 12: The challenges of wheelchair travel
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join me, Angie Kiger, in Episode 12 of Wheelchair Nerds as we wrap up our travel series with guests Jared and Christy. In this episode, we dive into t...
Episode 11: Mastering the art of wheelchair travel
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this engaging episode, I welcome back Christy Durso and introduce Jared Nieder, both experienced wheelchair travelers. Christy shares her insights ...
Episode 10: Where to start with accessible travel
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the first of our series highlighting travel, we dive into all things accessible travel with Kristy Durso, the owner of Incredible Memories Travel. ...
Episode 9: Breaking news: Seat elevate coverage
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 9 of Wheelchair Nerds, I dive into the groundbreaking news about Power Seat Elevate coverage with my guests, Jim Stevenson and Allie Ingers...
Episode 8: The myths of standing power wheelchairs
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Listen as we discuss common myths and misconceptions surrounding standing power wheelchairs from clinician concerns to funding questions. We're joined...
Episode 7: Standing Evidence & Experiences
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join me, Angie Kiger, on Wheelchair Nerds for Episode 9: Standing Evidence & Experiences. This episode dives into the significance of standing in comp...
Episode 6: "Empowered and enabled" with Danielle Dicentio
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Get inspired by Danielle's story! She's a young woman with CP who advocates for herself and her clients. Discover how she fought to get her power whee...
Bonus Episode: What was Permobil up to at ISS?
21 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Wheelchair Nerds for a special bonus episode as we dive into the excitement of the International Seating Symposium (ISS) 2023. After a three-year...
Episode 5: “Reflections from ISS” with Rainy Wu, Tilly Brook, and Tracee-Lee Maginity
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As we come to the end of our series on the International Seating Symposium, we had the pleasure of conversing with three clinical educators hailing fr...
Episode 4: “Trust and Transparency: Connecting the Research to Selecting a Wheelchair Cushion” with Nicole LaBerge, Kara Kopplin, and Carla Nooijen
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 5 of Wheelchair Nerds, join me, Angie Kiger, as we delve into the crucial topics of trust and transparency in wheelchair cushion selection ...
Episode 3: “Presenters’ Perspectives” with Sarah Moran, Missy Bryan, and Catherine Sweeney
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Wheelchair Nerds, we connect with a few clinicians who will be presenting at this year’s International Seating Symposium. We talk...
Episode 2: "The past, present, and future of ISS" with Mark Schmeler, Rachel Hibbs, and Barry Steelman
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join me, Angie Kiger, on Wheelchair Nerds as we dive into the fascinating journey of the International Seating Symposium (ISS) in Episode 3: "The past...
Episode 1: “The spirit of ISS” with Tricia and Amy
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join me, Angie Kiger, on Wheelchair Nerds as we dive into "The Spirit of ISS" with my esteemed guests, Tricia Garvin and Amy Morgan. In this episode, ...
Wheelchair Nerds Podcast Teaser
10 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the debut episode of Wheelchair Nerds, where I, your host Angie Kiger, aim to connect and inform everyone involved in seating and wheeled m...