We're With You is a storytelling podcast sharing inspiring conversations with the people, organizations, and changemakers who are breaking barriers, overcoming adversity, and igniting possibilities in their communities.
Each episode explores the journeys behind meaningful success stories - what challenged them, what kept them going, and the people, programs, and resources that helped make success possible.
Whether it's creating inclusive workplaces, advancing disability advocacy, supporting veterans, strengthening communities, or forging a new path against the odds, every conversation is rooted in resilience, hope, and the belief that no one succeeds alone.
Produced by Adjoin, We're With You is here to celebrate what's possible, connect listeners with valuable resources, and inspire others to create opportunities for themselves and those around them.
From Military Service to Homelessness & Hope | Jexsi Grey
From serving in the Air Force to experiencing homelessness on the streets of San Francisco, Jexsi Grey's life took turns he never imagined.
In this episode of We're With You, Jexsi shares the challenges of transitioning to civilian life, his experiences with homelessness and addiction, and the people and resources that helped him rebuild. Today, he's using those experiences to create opportunities for others. His story challenges assumptions about homelessness and reminds us of the power of connection, second chances, and community.
Resources & Organizations Mentioned:
UPLIFT San Diego: UPLIFT San Diego | Homeless & Student Services | San Diego, CA, USA (https://www.upliftsandiego.org/)
Lived Experience Advisors: https://www.livedadvisors.org/ (https://www.livedadvisors.org/)
211: Call 211 for Essential Community Services | United Way 211 (https://211.org/)
Adjoin: https://adjoin.org/ (https://adjoin.org/)
Humble Design: https://www.humbledesign.org/ (https://www.humbledesign.org/)
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24 Sept 2026
Episode 3: James Anderson
James Anderson knows firsthand that navigating life with a disability can come with so many different challenges. As a disability advocate and the founder of two nonprofit organizations, James has spent years helping people with disabilities navigate systems, understand their rights, and find the resources they need to build lives on their own terms.
In this episode of We’re With You, James shares his personal journey, including what inspired him to become an advocate for others. He talks openly about the challenges people with disabilities can face when navigating complex systems and resources, the importance of self-advocacy, and why knowing your rights can make such a difference.
We also talk about setting small, achievable goals, the role of service animals, experiences working with clients, and the personal growth that comes from overcoming challenges. Throughout the conversation, James emphasizes that progress does not always happen all at once. Sometimes, it starts with one small step.
James is also the author of a new book, continuing his work to share his experiences and advocate for greater understanding and support for people with disabilities.
Learn more about James and his work: https://jcpfca.org/ (https://jcpfca.org/)
Get James' new book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HKK2LRGG (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HKK2LRGG)
26 Aug 2026
Episode 2: EP Save A Life
At 15 years old, Eric Paredes was vibrant, athletic, affectionate and just beginning to imagine his future. Then, without warning, he died from sudden cardiac arrest caused by an undetected heart condition.
In this episode of We’re With You, Eric’s parents, Hector Paredes and Rhina Paredes-Greeson, share who their son was, what they learned after losing him, and how their grief became a mission to help other families get the chance they never had: the chance to know.
That mission became the Eric Paredes Save A Life Foundation. Since its founding, EP Save A Life has provided free heart screenings to more than 46,000 young people and identified hundreds of previously unknown heart abnormalities. We also speak with Executive Director Amanda Baumann about prevention, sudden cardiac arrest response, advocacy, and what it will take to continue this work.
This is a story about a life cut far too short, and the extraordinary work being done in Eric’s name to help protect others.
Learn more, find a free heart screening, volunteer or support EP Save A Life: epsavealife.org (http://epsavealife.org)
29 Jul 2026
Episode 1: Spectrum Designs
In this episode of We're With You, we're joined by three guests from Spectrum Designs, a nonprofit custom apparel and promotional products company that's redefining what's possible through inclusive employment.
What began in a backyard barn with two employees has grown into a thriving enterprise. Currently, they have around 100 employees, and 70% of them are neurodiverse.
Joining us today are Patrick Bardsley, co-founder and CEO, Kelli, social media manager extraordinaire, and Robert, operations assistant, who's just beginning his Spectrum Design journey.
Together, we'll explore how meaningful employment can transform lives, challenge assumptions about autism in the workplace, and create opportunities where talent, not diagnosis, takes center stage.
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