The episode blends heart, humor, and practical wisdom — a perfect representation of the Together We Shall spirit. Angel Ally and Disability Inclusion Advocate Jill Huffman, Race Director for the Space Force 10 Miler and Deputy Director for the Air Force Marathon, join us for a conversation ranging from humorous banter to deeply meaningful reflections on accessibility in racing, logistics planning, the military community, grief, and the power of running for others. Jill shares how she ...
Mar 18
59 min
Episode 62 brings the heart, the history, and the humor. Rooster and Joe reflect on the 10 year anniversary of Ainsley’s passing, the launch of the “10 Years Later” video series, and the legacy that continues to grow. They welcome special guest Teri Durrin — the beloved “Chair Lady” of Adaptive Star — to talk about her family’s Marine Corps roots, the evolution of adaptive equipment, and a huge announcement: Adaptive Star is officially sponsoring the Ainsley’s Angels Charity Tent at the Marin...
Feb 18
57 min
What begins as lighthearted chatter quickly shifts into a powerful, deeply personal conversation about a mom’s journey as a mother, advocate, athlete, and leader. This powerful episode with Tricia Benton — leader, advocate, and 2023 Ainsley’s Angels Joe Orth Award recipient — navigating two premature births to raising her “triple‑threat” daughter Bailey and building a thriving Ainsley’s Angels community in Southern California, Tricia shares a raw, inspiring journey of resilience, family, and ...
Jan 21
1 hr 7 min
Episode 60 of the "Together We Shall Podcast" features Jana Rugg (Ainsley's Angels in Tulsa Ambassador) discussing her deeply personal journey of adoption and finding her biological parents. "If there's something scary that you've thought about doing, do it." -Jana Rugg In this episode, Jana Rugg shares her extraordinary journey — from being born in a home for unwed mothers, to growing up as a caregiver, to losing both adoptive parents far too young, and finally to reconnecting with th...
Jan 14
1 hr 10 min
Marine Corps Marathon Journey! This episode of the Together We Shall podcast centers on the camaraderie, history, and impact of the Ainsley’s Angels community through the lens of the Marine Corps Marathon weekend. The hosts welcome Dan Cruz, a long-time ally and communications professional in the endurance-sports world, to share his journey—from sports PR beginnings to becoming a full-fledged Ainsley’s Angels marathoner. Rooster and Joe reflect on Dan’s long-standing role as a nationa...
Oct 29, 2025
1 hr 5 min
On this episode of the Together We Shall podcast, we sit down with Maurelhena Walles, founder of Equity Design, to talk about transforming communities through movement, equity, and inclusive design. From NYC schoolyards to global impact, her story is powerful, personal, and inspiring. 💪🏽🌍 🗣️ “We aim to bridge the gap between health, wealth, and life expectancy.” 🎙️ Listen now to hear how she's bridging gaps in health, wealth, and life expectancy through physical activity and community em...
Oct 15, 2025
1 hr 17 min
In this inspiring episode, hosts Rooster Rossiter and Joe Orth sit down with Billy Price, co-founder of Billy Footwear, to explore resilience, innovation, and community. Billy shares his life-changing story of a fall that left him a quadriplegic, his early struggles with identity and independence, and how a simple need — putting on his own shoes — led to the creation of a global footwear brand. With humility and grit, Billy explains how universal design transformed Billy Footwear from a side ...
Sep 10, 2025
1 hr 6 min
Joshua Taylor, founder of the Facebook page Disabled, Not Unable, shares his personal journey with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, which led him from being a commercial truck driver to a full-time wheelchair user and passionate disability advocate. He speaks candidly about the grief of losing abilities, career, and long-held aspirations—but also how those shifts opened doors to new purpose, especially through adaptive sports and his involvement with Ainsley’s Angels. Joshua discusses his proactive wo...
Jun 19, 2025
56 min
Ainsley's Angels Senior Vice President of Programs, Shaun Evans, joins Joe and Rooster, as the three share recent stories about thier sons. Three Proud Dads and a few thoughts about the upcoming Memorial Day Weekend. Audio version of the Together, We Shall Podcast can be found on Buzzsprout (link below), on the Apple Podcast app, as well as on Spotify, Amazon, and the Ainsley’s Angels YouTube channel for those seeking closed captioning or just like to watch vice listen to podcasts. ht...
May 21, 2025
46 min
In this episode, Rooster and Joe return from a year-long podcast break and are joined by Amanda Turner, a witty and insightful advocate living with a disability. Amanda shares stories from her vacation, her journey from being pushed in races to racing independently, and her humorous approach to advocacy. She emphasizes the importance of inclusive humor, planning for long-term care, and building two-way bridges between disabled and non-disabled communities. Audio version of the Together,...
Apr 30, 2025
1 hr 15 min
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