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Another Kind of Courage: Finding Purpose Through Disability – Part 1

In 2018, Joni Eareckson Tada commemorated 52 years as a quadriplegic, displaying her reliance on God’s strength.Today’s program from Family Talks 2019 best of broadcast, is Dr. Dobson’s conversation with Doug Mazza, former President of Joni and Friends. Doug describes the excruciating pain and discomfort that Joni deals with on a daily basis. He also shares the lessons he has learned from Joni over the years, and highlights her many achievements.

About Our Guest(s)

Doug Mazza

Doug Mazza recently served as President and COO of Joni and Friends with 25 years of service, helping reach the worlds 660 million people with disabilities and their families. He formerly worked as the senior American executive for the Suzuki Motor Corporation, and later joined Hyundai, where he served 5 years as the company’s COO in America. Doug also served in our nation’s military for 4 years. He is a frequently requested speaker, and vigorous advocate for the disabled community. An Otterbein College graduate, Doug and his wife Lorraine currently live in Woodland Hills, California.