Getting Real with Spencer West: Losing His Legs, Defying Every Expectation

Getting Real with Spencer West: Losing His Legs, Defying Every Expectation

Author: Nashville Podcast Network August 3, 2026 Duration: 51:24

The world knows Spencer West as the man who lost both legs at age five, climbed Mount Kilimanjaro on his hands, opened for Demi Lovato’s world tour, and built a community of more than 4 million followers. But who is Spencer beyond the inspiration? In this episode, we get real about his new book, Breaking Free: Stop Following Expectations and Start Following Yourself, the pressure of living inside a story the world wrote for him, hitting rock bottom in college, coming out as a gay man, navigating relentless questions about his disability, finding love, and why true freedom begins when you stop living for everyone else’s expectations and finally start following yourself.

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Caroline Hobby has lived a life in the spotlight, from competing on The Amazing Race to hosting from the stage of the Grand Ole Opry, and she’s learned that real connection happens off-script. On Get Real with Caroline Hobby, she leans into that truth, creating a space where guarded conversations give way to genuine, life-giving dialogue. Each episode feels like pulling up a chair for a deep talk with a trusted friend, one who isn’t afraid to ask the questions that matter. Produced by the Nashville Podcast Network, this series sits at the intersection of society, culture, and music, drawing from Caroline’s unique world to find universal stories. You’ll hear from a diverse range of voices-artists, entrepreneurs, thinkers, and everyday people-all sharing their journeys through fear, passion, and the pursuit of something more. The magic of this podcast lies in its ability to make the profound feel accessible, transforming abstract ideas about purpose into tangible, relatable conversations. It’s for anyone who has ever felt a quiet yearning for a different path or wondered how to unlock a bolder version of themselves. Forget polished soundbites; here, you get the unvarnished, heartfelt, and often surprising stories that emerge when people decide to be authentically themselves. Tune in for a weekly dose of clarity and courage, served with a distinctly human touch.
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