Podcasts

“WACOAN Presents: Women of Interest” is a podcast dedicated to celebrating the remarkable women who are making a difference in the Waco community and beyond. Each episode features in-depth conversations with inspiring women from various fields, including business, arts, education, and philanthropy. Through engaging interviews, listeners and viewers gain insights into the personal and professional journeys of these dynamic individuals, their successes, challenges, and the impact they are making in their respective spheres. The podcast aims to empower and uplift its audience by showcasing the diverse stories of women who are leading with passion, purpose, and resilience. Hosted by Michelle Johnson (Wacoan Magazine) and Emily Mills (Lovely Village/Jesus Said Love Podcast)

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Join us as we dive into the incredible journey of Riley Lambert, a recent master’s graduate in finance and collegiate athlete who fulfilled his lifelong dream of playing baseball. Riley is not just a son, brother, grandson, and friend to many—he’s a testament to resilience and determination. On March 20, 2024, Riley’s life changed forever when he survived a horrific and near-fatal car accident, fighting for his life in the ICU for 35 days. The accident resulted in an incomplete C-4 Spinal Cord Injury, leaving him paralyzed from the waist down and with limited mobility in his arms and hands.

Now 24 years old, Riley is on a challenging road to recovery and rehabilitation, fully dependent on his family and home care nurses for daily care. In this show, he shares his epic story of overcoming adversity, navigating his new reality, and building a path for his future self. Tune in to witness a story of hope, strength, and the unyielding human spirit.

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