In this episode of the “Why Do You?” podcast, Ryan talks with Riki Lavi, a fellow stem cell therapy recipient who he met while they were both receiving treatment at the Stem Cell Institute of Panama
Riki is a musician, occupational therapist, and life enthusiast who is motivated to make a difference with her time on earth, no matter the hurdles.
Listen to the full episode on your preferred podcast platform to hear the full convo — we cover everything from health to serendipity and everything in between that motivates us.
We’re currently working on Season 2 of the podcast and want to hear from you!
Have a story you’d like to share about why you pursue your passion despite the obstacles? DM us to share about it!
[Clip from “Why Do You?” Podcast Season 1 Eps 7 -Riki Lavi)
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In this episode of the “Why Do You?” podcast, Ryan talks endurance motorcyclist and advocate, Jeff “The Riot” Wyatt.
Jeff’s non-profit, Mile Monsters Inc., is a group of bikers from across the US who ride and raise financial support and awareness for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.
Listen to the full episode on your preferred podcast platform to hear the full convo — we cover everything from helping kids understand what its like to live with a disability and/or rare disease, all the way to weird Al and tattoos. Get it a listen and get inspired.
We’re currently working on Season 2 of the podcast and want to hear from you!
Have a story you’d like to share about why you pursue your passion despite the obstacles? DM us to share about it!
[Clip from “Why Do You?” Podcast Season 1 Eps 6 -Jeff “The Riot” Wyatt)
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Episode 3 of the “Why Do You?” podcast features world famous photographer Timothy Archibald who shares with us how his world and work have changed shape through his life with his son Eli who has autism.
Timothy’s work used to offer him a large world where he was regularly traveling the world and meeting people from other cultures. As he entered into fatherhood, he struggled to understand or connect with his son, Eli, who wasn’t diagnosed as autistic until he was 6 years old.
“It was almost like my world had been very big and every day with the challenges with Eli, it was like my world was getting smaller and smaller” is how he perceived it at the time.
Something changed, though, when Timothy brought out his camera and realized that Eli wanted to participate in his photography — they finally had something they could do together.
This led to a project series, Echolilia and a book called Echolilia: Sometimes I Wonder. Through his photography, he was able to discover the world and how his son was perceiving it.
Listen to the full episode on your preferred podcast platform to learn more and be inspired.
We’re currently working on Season 2 of the podcast and want to hear from you!
Have a story you’d like to share about why you pursue your passion despite the obstacles? DM us to share about it!
[Clip from “Why Do You?” Podcast Season 1 Eps 3 -Timothy Archibald)
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Season 2 is currently brewing so you still have time to catch up on Season 1…
In episode 2 of “Why Do You?” Ryan welcomes 19-year-old burgeoning filmmaker Jake Marrazzo to discuss his latest short film, Stuck. In the film he showcases what it is like to navigate life with a disability and the accessibility challenges he faces regularly.
Jake is actively involved in his families non-profit, For Jake’s Sake, which helps families living with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy to make their homes and lives more accessible. He continues to have an impact on the Duchenne community and plans to share more important messages through his creative passions.
Listen to the full episode on your preferred podcast platform to learn more and be inspired.
Have a story you’d like to share about why you pursue your passion despite the obstacles? DM us to share about it! We’re currently gathering stories for season 2 and would love to hear from you.
[Clip from “Why Do You?” Podcast Season 1 Eps 2 - Jake Marrazzo)
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Season 2 is currently brewing so you still have time to catch up on Season 1…
In this episode of "Why Do You?" Ryan chats with Dr. Sean Felton, a practicing Chiropractor and nutrition enthusiast. Together, they discuss their shared frustrations with the current state of the healthcare system, paired with their hopes for improved access to cutting edge medicines such as stem cell therapy.
Listen to the full episode on your preferred podcast platform to learn more and be inspired.
Have a story you’d like to share about why you pursue your passion despite the obstacles? DM us to share about it! We’re currently gathering stories for season 2 and would love to hear from you.
[Clip from “Why Do You?” Podcast S1 E1 - Sean Felton]
Link in bio for full episode.
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Why Do You Podcast Episode 9 is out now!
Ryan talks with Robert Rosswurm -- a Chaplain for River Cross Hospice -- who Ryan met through Robert's work. Ryan says, "The two of us immediately bonded over our shared love of music and deep conversation." In this interview Robert shares the unique perspective he’s gained from his work consoling those in their final hours.
Join us as we again discuss: Why do you do what it is you do?
Listen to the full episode on spotify (link in bio).
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Why Do You Podcast Episode 8 is out now!
Ryan talks with David K, author of the book, Prism: Shedding Light on Life with Duchenne. David’s book does a remarkable job at giving a real-life depiction of the hurdles and struggles involved when living with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.
Join us as we discuss why it is we do what it is that we do, and how we stay focused on following our passions despite the obstacles.
Listen to the full episode on spotify (link in bio).
Know someone who pursues their passions despite any obstacles? We'd love to hear about it! Comment or DM to share your story 🫶
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Why Do You? - Podcast ep 7 - Riki Lavi
Why Do You Ep 7 - Ryan talks with talk with a new friend and fellow stem cell recipient, and music collaborator.
Riki is also an occupational therapist and sheds insight into overcoming the challenges of physical setbacks we all go through. It is a great conversation that helps us remember how important it is to be thankful and positive through all life throws at us.
Give it a listen! Full episode here - https://open.spotify.com/episode/0nOUcTGsHEuWsoDh7amhe0?si=7cd0c5a44ac0420d
@ryanbenton tells us why he started the podcast, Why Do You?
This podcast focuses on exploring why people pursue their passions, no matter the obstacles. Ryan will interview a variety of guests and touch on topics that have to due with living with Duchenne's, pushing through hard things in life and how our passions help to fulfill our lives.
Have you started listening to Why Do You? Check out Episode 2 where Ryan and Blakes conversation with Jake covered many great topics including:
- Why he embraced the mindset to “do things every day that scare you”
- When he started doing theatre in high school
- Tackling college while dealing with DMD
- How and why, they started their non-profit 4JakeSake -
- How he came up with the idea for his first book, and what it’s like to be an author
- How he is learning how to make films and how that helps fulfills his passions
You can listen on:
Spotify - https://loom.ly/RRxh12g
Google Podcasts - https://loom.ly/-t-9Y7Q
Apple Podcasts - https://loom.ly/piZCsSw
Amazon Music - https://loom.ly/eqeywH4
Tune in for Episode 2 of "Why Do You" and meet Jake Marazzo. Jake and Ryan have had very similar paths in life through overcoming adversity to still pursue their dreams and live as independently as possible. While also starting non-profits with their family to raise awareness for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.
Discover more about Jake's story, his short film, independence while living with Duchenne, and making the most of those bumps in the road.
Listen here on Spotify now: https://loom.ly/RRxh12g
