Chats From A Chair
Nick Dempsey
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I chat to people from my Wheelchair who have a great story to tell, portraying the human potential often in the face of adversity
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Fletch Crowley – The Double Backflip That Left Me Paralysed
In this episode, I speak with Fletch Crowley about the day that he attempted a double backflip that resulted in paralysis. We chat about why he was so determined to land the difficult trick, his…
Peter Dempsey – The Day I Was Buried Alive
In this episode I speak with my dad, Peter Dempsey about the day that he was buried alive. We discuss the events leading up to the moment a trench caved in on him, what was going through his head…
Sam Rose - My Sister And I Were Both Diagnosed With Friedreich's Ataxia
I speak with Sam Rose, as she opens up about her and her older sister both being diagnosed with a rare, inherited neurological disorder known as Friedreich's Ataxia. We discuss the events that led to…
Theresa Rongonui - The Day My Daughter Was Paralysed
In this episode, I speak with Theresa Rongonui about the day that her daughter, Anamia, became a quadriplegic. We discuss the events that led to the innocent yet devastating accident, the reaction of…
Dan Boardman – Support Worker For A Ventilated Quadriplegic
I chat with Dan Boardman, who has been a support worker for a ventilated quadriplegic since he was 21 years old. We chat about the rewards and challenges associated with working so closely with…
Matt Greer – My Battle With Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
I chat with Matt Greer, who was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, commonly referred to as MS, 20 years ago. We discuss the early signs that led to his diagnosis, the emotional toll when noticing…
Nathan Stapleton – From NRL Player To Ventilated Quadriplegic
In this episode, I speak with former NRL player, now ventilated quadriplegic, Nathan Stapleton. We chat about his life as a professional athlete, how he sustained an injury that resulted in him now…
Candice and Myself – My Experiences With Sex & Dating As A Quadriplegic And Candice's Work As A Psychosexual Therapist
A unique 2 in 1 episode where psychosexual therapist, Candice Care-Unger interviews me about my experiences with sex, dating and relationships as a quadriplegic and then I chat to her about her work…
Michelle Massey – Running A Disability Travel Company
In this episode I chat with Michelle Massey, owner of a disability travel company called Amplify: Accessible Travel Specialists. We discuss the different range of disabilities that she has worked…
Hayley Grantham - My Husband And I Both Had A Stroke
In this episode, I speak with Hayley Grantham who sustained a stroke just 12 months ago, 13 years after her husband also had a stroke. Hayley shares the details of the day leading up to her stroke,…
Professor James St John - Leading A World First Human Trial To Find A Cure For Spinal Cord Injuries
In this episode, I chat with Professor James St John who is head of the Clem Jones Centre for neurobiology and stem cell research. His team have developed a world leading stem cell treatment that is…
Jim and Genny – Owning A Neuro Rehab Centre, Finding A Cure For SCI And Building A Community Beyond Just A Gym
In this episode I speak with Jim and Genny, the Directors of a world leading Neuro rehab centre on the Gold Coast called Making Strides. Jim and Genny explain their excitement about being involved in…
Ryan Wiggins – From Wishing I Didn’t Wake Up, To Fatherhood As A Quadriplegic
In this episode I chat with Ryan Wiggins who became a quadriplegic after diving into a friend's pool. We discuss the day leading up to his injury, why he was placed in an induced coma and his family…
Matt Curran – Sustaining A Brain Injury, Burns To My Body And Losing A Leg
In this episode, I speak with Matt Curran who sustained significant injuries from a motorbike crash in 2020. Matt sustained burns to 20% of his body, acquired a brain injury and had a leg amputated…
Avalon – Sex Worker Servicing People With Disabilities
In this episode I speak with Avalon, who is a sex worker specialising in servicing people with high care needs and physical disabilities. She tells us how and why she got into the sex work industry,…
Matina Jewell – Experiences From An Active War Zone
In this episode, I speak with army veteran Matina Jewell, who shares her experiences from an active war zone. We discuss her rapid rise up through the army ranks, her active service where she…
Tony Pinto – Trauma, Sex And My New Identity As A Quadriplegic
In this episode I speak with fellow quadriplegic, Tony Pinto who sustained a spinal cord injury whilst on holidays. He shares the details of his injury which he remembers very vividly, the struggles…
Xavier Coates – NRL Superstar
In this episode I speak with NRL superstar, Xavier Coates as we discuss how he almost gave up playing rugby league, his unique pathway into the NRL, his decision to move from the Brisbane Broncos…
Kai and Brooke Colless - I Tried To Get Out Of Bed But I Was Paralysed
In this episode I speak with Brooke Colless and her son Kai, who is a wheelchair user following a very rare spinal condition. We discuss the nomadic lifestyle the family were living, the concerning…
Chanelle Morris - Life With 30% Vision
In this episode, I speak with Chanelle Morris who has a rare eye condition that leaves her with around 30% vision. We explore the ways that impacts her day-to-day, dating with a disability and her…
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Chats From A Chair has published 52 episodes since June 2021, covering topics in Education, Health & Fitness.
Chats From A Chair is currently highly active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 53m.
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