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Author: Jesi Stracham

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Rainbows and unicorns the show where we recognize we must be the change to see change because life is far from rainbows and unicorns.

Hosted by Jesi Stracham

International speaker & founder of the Wheel With Me Organizations.

As seen on: The Today Show, GMA3, Woman's Day Magazine, Yahoo.com, Shape.com, Fox8 Greensboro, WCNC

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In Episode 10 of Rainbows and Unicorns, I unpack one of the hardest lessons I’ve learned as a person with a disability living in today’s political climate: nobody is coming to save us—but we still have the power to speak up. After a viral post about wheelchair user rights on flights sparked backlash and misinformation, I did the unthinkable: actual research. What I found shocked me—and it had nothing to do with clickbait headlines or which political party I voted for. This episode dives into: What really happened with the Rights on Flights rollback Why your vote doesn’t equal blind loyalty How to fact-check like a boss (especially in the disability space) The danger of narrow-mindedness—on both sides of the aisle Why it’s time we stop fighting each other and start fighting for each other I don’t claim to have all the answers, but I do know this: I’m not going to let fear, ignorance, or politics silence me from protecting what matters. If you’re ready for real talk about accountability, advocacy, and how we move forward together—you’re in the right place. 📝 Take Action: I’ve have template and contact list I will email to you. Please text me your email to 704-736-3222 in the text please share your first and last name + Airline Template. 👀 Watch the full episode, share with a friend, and remember: we don’t have to agree on everything to stand for something.
9- 2025 Life Update

9- 2025 Life Update

2025-09-3015:00

It's been hard to get these episodes up. this is my life update, thoughts about my relationship, and life as a whole, from the car, because thats the only way this currently gets done.
8: Paris Paralympics

8: Paris Paralympics

2024-11-1115:27

I partnered with Team USA in their content creator program where they flew me to Paris to create content around the Paralympics. It was the trip of a life time.
In this episode I'm joined by Brianna as we share our experience on the streets of San Antonio during the Adaptive Crossfit Games.
Create the life you want to live. This episode was inspired by: Dan Martell -https://open.spotify.com/episode/7mofY8ZS5SX1AFW09z0JK6?si=7vXXR59bSuCx3U-lZzXRpg&t=409 Andy Frisella- https://open.spotify.com/episode/7gPf33CjPXRmubMuXFtSNz?si=Ef4jMsdDRTCTQTeJg2hLgw
5- Cruise the Crip-net

5- Cruise the Crip-net

2024-08-0118:36

Bri and Jesi cruise the internet sharing their take on disability content shared on the internet. Here is a link toVideo 1:https://www.instagram.com/reel/C4pyjF0OVHt/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Video 2: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C9X01kKOt0w/?igsh=MXJuNW8wbjRlbGs3aQ== Video 3: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C9SLXBEu3DH/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
We often expect people to show up the way we want them to. We must believe their actions. So often we put hope in the way people are, believe them when they show you their true colors.
It's no secret, that when you treat the blocks in your calendar like life or death appointments, you actually make progress toward the life you want to live. Calendar blocking gives you your time back if you truly stick to it.
2 You CANNOT Unsee It

2 You CANNOT Unsee It

2024-07-0819:51

Jesi is joined by Brianna. Together they talk about how once you realize how powerful you are, you cannot unsee it.
This is where the game changes. Where I created intent behind my action. Here's to where I came from and where we are going. Please allow me to reintroduce myself.
EP 9: Catch Up

EP 9: Catch Up

2024-06-1019:39

Catching you up on all things 2024 in my life!
This episode i'm joined by Brianna. :)
We only know what we know. Our view on life is relative to our perspective of life. If we do not expose ourselves to others' experiences, we will have a narrow perspective of life as a whole. It is your responsibility to broaden your view of the world.
A lot of my life takes place in my car. I realized if I didn't start turning the mic on in the car, I wouldn't record a pod. So please excuse the next couple of episodes. They are a little rocky.
This is a special episode. I gave a keynote at the 2023 NENA Conference where I talked about my journey becoming a disabled person and returning to work. To navigate disability I used services from a government-funded organization called Full Circle. To schedule a free call to help you navigate your benefits click here: https://koalendar.com/e/book-a-time-with-josh-basile-disability-employment-js
In this episode, I'm joined by my roommate Bri. We talk about our Travel to the Bahamas, provided by the Today Show.(Watch here: https://www.today.com/video/woman-paralyzed-in-motorcycle-crash-on-turning-trauma-into-hope-1433815736240)I hope you enjoy it! If you like this podcast, SHARE IT WITH A FRIEND PLEASE. Thank you for being so supportive!
EP 03 Recovery Update

EP 03 Recovery Update

2023-09-0614:36

I recently had my second spinal fusion revision surgery. I broke the titanium hardware in my spine in half. They removed the old hardware, replacing it with thicker screws and rods.
EP 02 - Live for You

EP 02 - Live for You

2023-09-0618:41

Take ownership of your own life. Stop allowing others to control the life they aren't living.
EP: 01 - 75 Hard

EP: 01 - 75 Hard

2023-08-2220:58

In this episode, I talk about why I committed to 75 Hard to prepare for spinal fusion surgery. In March of this year, I broke the fusion holding my back together in HALF. I couldn't get scheduled for surgery until August. 77 days before surgery was scheduled, I committed to 75 Hard to MENTALLY prepare for surgery. I wanted to be sure I was as prepared as possible to have my back open. This is what I learned throughout the entire program. Learn more about 75 Hard Here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Q2fI9wSVPn8fnPF1lT6Lm Or here: https://andyfrisella.com/products/75-hard-a-tactical-guide-to-winning-the-war-with-yourself?campaignid=16468921127&adgroupid=134048531956&keyword=75.%20hard&device=c&gclid=CjwKCAjw5_GmBhBIEiwA5QSMxAAzVUPJmasbHyaxd2pVpB5yJ6RwT9bot7cyq8tDeWvTLsV9CdNWFBoCiMcQAvD_BwE
INTRO

INTRO

2023-08-2105:45

I briefly chat about who I am, what I know, and what to expect.This podcast will be an accumulation of lessons I've learned from a traumatic accident causing a permanent disability (spinal cord injury), maintaining your values, & being an entrepreneur. You can learn more about me from my website: www.jesistracham.com 
1:1 Coaching here:https://stan.store/jesistracham Connect on social here: www.facebook.com/jesistracham www.instagram.com/jesistracham www.linkedin.com/jesistracham
 www.tiktok.com/jesistracham
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