Episode 51- Finding Joy in the Midst of Change

Wednesday, April 2, 2025

In this Quest Podcast episode, we chat with MDA Ambassador Jess Westman about embracing individuality and finding joy in our lives as paths and priorities change. The activist, actor, composer, author, and podcaster has devoted his career to providing joy and laughter to others and finds personal fulfillment through his faith and advocacy. Jess joins us to share his experiences, expertise, and advice.

Your Guests

Jess Westman

Jess Westman is a 25-year-old actor, disability activist, writer/composer, comedian, and human person (in that order). Having grown up onstage, Jess took the leap from West Texas to New York City in 2021 to pursue a professional career in the arts. Today, Westman is involved with Second City Improv, the Grammy award-winning Brooklyn Tabernacle, and hosts the all-new comedy podcast, “This Podcast Just Might Change Your Life,” streaming everywhere on March 31st. He also has many musical projects in-the-works, including “muscular dystrophy love letter,” “Wheels: An Original Musical,” and “Happenstance,” his debut and upcoming musical comedy album.

Connect with Jess:

Website & Blog: https://jesswestman.com/

Instagram(s): @jess_westman (https://www.instagram.com/jess_westman),

@wheelsmusical (https://www.instagram.com/wheelsmusical/)

@tpjmcyl (https://www.instagram.com/tpjmcyl/)

TikTok: @JessWestman (https://www.tiktok.com/@jesswestman)

YouTube: @JessWestman (https://youtube.com/@jesswestman?si=jaf13lbTTPUbY6cZ)

Twitter/X: @JessWestman (www.x.com/JessWestman/)

Host: Mindy Henderson

Mindy Henderson is MDA’s Vice President of Disability Outreach & Empowerment, Editor-in-Chief of Quest Media, and the host of this podcast. She was diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy, type 2 when she was 15 months old and has been a life-long partner to MDA. Mindy is also a motivational speaker and a writer, and author of the book, The Truth About Things That Suck.

Connect with Mindy:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hendersonmindy/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindyhendersonspeaks/