Quest Podcast

Quest podcast, proudly presented by the Muscular Dystrophy Association, brings thoughtful conversation to the neuromuscular disease community and beyond about issues affecting individuals living with disabilities and those who love them. Our mission is to bring about more awareness, to educate and inform, to demystify and inspire, to contribute to progress, and…at times…to entertain. Thank you for listening!

Mindy Henderson

Mindy Henderson

About Our Host

Mindy Henderson, Director of Quest Media and host of the Quest podcast, was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy, type 2 when she was 15 months old. Mindy is also a motivational speaker and author, and just released her first book, The Truth About Things That Suck.

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Episode 47- Wrapping Up 2024 with Leah and Ira

In this Quest Podcast episode, we chat with Muscular Dystrophy Association’s National Ambassadors, Leah Z., and Ira Walker. Leah is a dedicated advocate  finishing her…

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Episode 46- Creating Beauty from your Dreams with Shakiira Rahaman

In this Quest Podcast episode, we chat with the Kira Cosmetics founder and entrepreneur, Shakiira Rahaman. Shakiira, who lives with muscular dystrophy. founded her make-up…

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Episode 45- Making Space and Creating Pathways with Keely Cat-Wells

In this Quest Podcast episode, we chat with world-renowned advocate, entrepreneur, public speaker and educator, Keely Cat-Wells. She devotes her time and expertise to creating…

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National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) Panel for Jobseekers and Employers

In this Quest webinar, we chat with esteemed panelists including: Donna Bungard, Senior Marketing Accessibility Program Manager, Indeed Nicholas Iadevio, Jr., Vice President Diversity, Equity…

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Episode 44- Voting Rights and Accessibility

In this Quest Podcast episode, we chat with Shaun Hill, MDA’s Manager of Public Policy & Advocacy and Mark Fisher, MDA’s Director of Advocacy Engagement.…

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Episode 43- Disrupting the Narrative

In this Quest Podcast episode, we chat with the director, executive producer, and leading character of the movie Good Bad Things: Shane Stanger, Steve Way,…

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Episode 42- Empowering Individuality with Inclusive Style

In this Quest Podcast episode, we chat with the Executive Director of Open Style Lab (OSL), a non-profit organization that is on a mission to…

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Episode 41- Courage Kindled: A Hero’s Unbreakable Spirit

In this Quest Podcast episode, we chat with a retired US Army veteran and firefighter, Ken Sutcliffe and his wife, Andi. He has devoted his…

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Episode 40- Unlocking Access and Inspiring Action with Sophie Morgan

In this Quest Podcast episode, we chat with world-renowned advocate, entrepreneur, TV personality and producer, Sophie Morgan. She devotes her time and expertise to create…

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Episode 39- Behind the Scenes: A Look at the Science and Research for New Treatments

In this Quest Podcast episode, we chat with geneticist, Dr. Jeffrey Chamberlain and the Chief Research Officer of the Muscular Dystrophy Association, Dr. Sharon Hesterlee.…

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