"From Rock Bottom to Triumph: Walt Escamilla’s Road to Recovery and Purpose"
Episode description
In the latest episode of Walk and Roll Live – Disability Stories, hosts Doug Vincent and Addie Rich sit down with spinal cord injury survivor and Triumph Foundation Ambassador, Walt Escamilla. Walt shares his incredible journey—from the moment his life changed in 2007 to becoming a beacon of hope for others navigating life after injury.
With honesty, heart, and humor, Walt talks about the importance of peer mentorship, the impact of adaptive sports like handcycling, and how his role as a husband and father fuels his mission to serve others. You'll hear how he turned his lowest point into a launching pad for advocacy and how Triumph Foundation helped him discover his purpose.
Whether you're living with a disability, love someone who is, or just need a dose of real-life inspiration, this episode is not to be missed.