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Barrett's Swaggy Life Talks
This podcast is all about my life's challenges and speaking topics. Topics include the outlook on life from someone with disabilities, and we cover spiritual matters.
Thank you for listening to my podcast I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. If you are interested in booking me for a speaking engagement please feel free to email me at barrets.swaggylife@gmail.com.
Episodes
- Barrett's Swaggy Life Talks
More Than Sports: Finding Community and Motivation
What makes sports so special? Is it the competition, the excitement, the history, or the sense of belonging? In this episode of The Swaggy Life Podcast…
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You Can't Do Life With the Wrong People | Barrett & Nuku
What happens when faith is tested, plans fall apart, and you discover who is really in your corner? In this conversation, Barrett talks with Nuku, a Sri Lankan…
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Pray For The Deeper Thing
Most people mean well when they say, “I’ll pray for you.” But what if the prayer you’re offering is really for your comfort, your assumptions, or the outcome…
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Look Me In The Eye
People don’t always mean harm, but harm still happens. One of the most common moments is painfully ordinary: you ask a disabled person a question, yet your…
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Approach Me
Most of us want to be kind, but the moment we meet someone with a disability, we tense up and overthink every word. We sit down with Barrett to name that…
Barrett's Swaggy Life TalksTragedy Is A Reminder
Tragedy can bring out the best in us, and it can also expose a hard truth: we care intensely for a few days, then we drift back to normal. We wrestle with that…
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Redefining the Church's Role in Times of Crisis
Can the church truly reclaim its role as a cornerstone of community support during crises like hurricanes? Join us for an engaging conversation with our guest…
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From Challenges to Change: A Journey Through Autism Advocacy
When you encounter someone with an extraordinary ability to turn trials into triumph, their story isn't just heard, it resonates. My podcast's latest guest, an…
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Navigating Grief and Cherishing True Friendships
Have you ever experienced a loss so profound that it felt like the ground beneath you was shifting? Join me for an emotionally raw episode as I open my heart…
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Faith, Films and Physical Therapy: Moving Lives
Ever stopped to consider how movies can shape your life? Imagine the journey of two aspiring physical therapists, Allen and Holly, who found inspiration in…
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Transforming Obstacles into Opportunities within the Church
Overcoming obstacles may seem like a daunting task, especially when you live with a disability. But, what if it's your calling to serve God, and you don't know…
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Empowering Voices within the Disability Community
Who amongst us hasn't felt the pang of exclusion at some point, the discomfort of being left out? Now, imagine that isolation amplified for individuals with…
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Rewarding Journey of Being a Physical Therapist and the Benefits of CP with Zoe
Ever wonder how physical therapists motivate their patients through challenging recovery journeys? Join me and my friend Zoe, a passionate physical therapist…
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Serving His Mission Despite Disabilities
Ever wondered how God uses our individual struggles and weaknesses for His glory? Uncover this mystery as we journey through the Bible, exploring stories of…
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Exploring Disability through a Biblical Lens
Picture this - standing on a stage, under the spotlight, a crowd waiting for your words, but you have a speech issue. I was this person, and believe it or not…
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Episode 9
This is the final episode of marriage and dating with Ben, Remember we are not experts. I hope you all have enjoyed this series.
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Episode 8
PART 2 of dating and marriage with Ben. Remember we are not experts just two men giving their opinion.
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Episode 7
PART 1 I am not an expert, but me and Ben will be discussing the challenges of dating and marriage.
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Should People With Disabilities Leave Events Early? Accessibility at Live Venues
Should someone with a disability leave a sporting event, concert, or other large event early to avoid the crowds—or stay and enjoy the entire experience?…
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Stay Late or Leave Early? Navigating Large Events With a Disability
Attending a concert, sporting event, museum, or other crowded venue can require some extra planning when you have a disability. In this episode, Barrett shares…
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Making the World More Accessible: Disability Challenges & Solutions | Part 2
What does accessibility actually look like from the perspective of someone who lives with a disability every day? In Part 2 of his series on navigating life's…
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Breaking Disability Barriers: Understanding, Opportunity & Inclusion | Part 1
How can people with and without disabilities better understand one another? In Part 1 of this series, Barrett shares his perspective on some of the challenges…
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See the Person, Not the Disability: Navigating Life’s Challenges
What are some of the everyday challenges of living with a disability—and what can other people do to make a difference? Barrett shares personal experiences…
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Meet Barrett Counterman: The Story Behind Barrett’s Swaggy Life
In this introductory episode, Barrett sits down with JD Ross to talk about public speaking, faith, living with cerebral palsy, and his passion for helping…