September 10, 2025
Episode 54 - WheelyQ Barbecue Sauce
We interview Collin Pollock for this episode of Wheelchair Nerds, learning more about the intersection of disability and food. Collin has SMA type 3 and is an entrepreneur. He started WheelyQ Barbecue about 10 years ago, and it has been growing steadily ever since. We talked to him about how he started his business, how he manages his daily routine with SMA, and so many other fun tidbits.
August 27, 2025
Episode 53 - Drive Wheel Decisions
Hawken Miller and Sara Gaver compare front-, mid-, and rear-wheel drive power chairs from their real-world perspectives. From terrain and transfers to independence and advocacy, they share insights that can help clinicians and users make informed decisions about wheelchair configurations and how they impact daily living, mobility, and self-confidence.
August 13, 2025
Episode 52 - Crafty Posture Conversations
In this episode of Wheelchair Nerds, we sit down with occupational therapist Lee Ann Hoffman, OTD, MSc, OTR, ATP/SMS, to talk all things posture, seating, and the little details that make a big difference. She is currently the assistant program director and assistant professor of OT Programs at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. Lee Ann shares her journey from South Africa to Texas, her passion for 24-hour posture care, and why a towel or pillow might be the most underrated tools in rehab. This episode is packed with practical insights mixed with a little bit of humor.