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Mathew Ricker from deaf to award winning radio host | inspiring story in Yonkers, NY podcast EP 112
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In Episode 112 of Talk About It With Franjez, we sit down with the incredibly inspiring Mathew Ricker, a fourth generation New Rochelle native, podcast and radio host, mentor, and Resiliency Award winner. Born with profound bilateral hearing loss after battling bacterial meningitis, Mathew overcame tremendous odds with the help of a cochlear implant at just 2 years old. Now, he’s using his voice to uplift others as host of The Chamber Chat podcast and a dedicated mentor at Iona University. 🎙️ From producing interviews with baseball legends and Sopranos actors to teaching career etiquette and launching alumni mentorship programs, Matt's journey is a masterclass in resilience, community, and purpose. We talk about: Growing up with hearing loss His passion for storytelling and broadcasting The behind-the-scenes of hosting Chamber Chat Balancing faith, family, and fitness Life lessons on gratitude, respect, and taking life one day at a time 👉 Watch until the end for Matt's advice to his younger self and his dream to one day write a book.
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Instagram: @mattricker5 Twitter/
X: @MathewRickerTV
Podcast: The Chamber Chat on YouTube & Spotify
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