603 | Let’s Make The World More Accessible with Michael Hingson

In this episode, we are speaking with New York Times Best-selling Author & International Speaker, Michael Hingson.  Michael has been in countless TV and radio appearances, feature articles, and speaking engagements, Hingson does much more than simply tell his own 9-11 story; he continuously explores the broader lessons of his life and experiences inspiring and motivating audiences.

In this episode, we discuss:

1) Michael’s story, blind from birth, he has spent his life advocating for accessibility for people with disabilities, to change the definition of disability as this does not mean a lack of abilities. Michael is an international speaker and author who advocates for inclusivity and accessibility.

2) Michael also shares his story of being in the Twin Towers on 9/11 and how with his guide dog Roselle, he was able to navigate down 78 flights of stairs and safely out of the building.  He speaks and shares how to overcome fear, and how to see fear differently as well as sharing his story of Roselle in his book called Thunder Dog and another upcoming book about overcoming fears.

Connect with Michael
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michael.hingson.author.speaker/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/mhingson
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelhingson/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/mhingson
Website: https://michaelhingson.com
Michael’s books: https://michaelhingson.com/books/

Marsha Vanwynsberghe — Author, Speaker and Life Coach
Marsha is the 6-time Bestselling Author of “When She Stopped Asking Why”.  She shares her lessons as a parent who dealt with teen substance abuse far past the level of normal experimentation.

Through her programs, coaching and live events for women, Marsha is on a mission to teach you how to “Own Your Choices” in your own life.  She teaches women how to own their stories, lead themselves and pay it forward to others by creating businesses that serve, support and impact others