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#85 From A Devastating Accident To A Mobility Revolution: Amelia Peckham of Cool Crutches Shares Her Story

#85 From A Devastating Accident To A Mobility Revolution: Amelia Peckham of Cool Crutches Shares Her Story

Update: 2025-09-07
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It's the first episode of the new season and I'm delighted to share this brilliant episode with Amelia Peckham, founder of Cool Crutches. Amelia shares her truly unbelievable story of how a life-altering accident in her early twenties changed the course of her life, after she was faced with the challenges of using conventional crutches during her rehabilitation, and set out to create a better solution, ultimately founding Cool Crutches. We discuss her journey from the devastating accident to the creation of her innovative product, her experience in the conventional workplace as a disabled person, and the rewarding moments of helping others through her business. This episode is filled with resilience, determination, and the transformative power of turning adversity into a positive force. Don't miss this conversation that will offer much-needed perspective and inspiration.

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Episode Highlights 

00:31  Meet Amelia Peckham: Founder of Cool Crutches
01:48  Amelia's Early Life and Family Influence
03:27  Career Advice and Early Work Experiences
06:27  The Life-Changing Accident
10:56  Rehabilitation and the Birth of Cool Crutches
17:35  Challenges and Innovations in Crutch Design
29:27  Launching Cool Crutches as a Business
35:35  Navigating the Challenges of Traditional PR
36:10  Transitioning to Broadcast PR: A Tough Journey
36:52  Health Struggles and Career Changes
38:12  Finding a New Path: From PR to Fitness
39:36  Building Cool Crutches: A Startup Journey
41:58  Celebrity Endorsements and Business Growth
48:59  Advocacy and Impact: Changing Lives with Cool Crutches
59:38  Balancing Business and Advocacy
01:08:59  Reflections and Future Aspirations
 
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#85 From A Devastating Accident To A Mobility Revolution: Amelia Peckham of Cool Crutches Shares Her Story

#85 From A Devastating Accident To A Mobility Revolution: Amelia Peckham of Cool Crutches Shares Her Story

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