Griffin Pinkow was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa as a kid and was legally blind by 16. Since then he has run four marathons, raced tandem bikes at a Paralympic level and founded the Foreseeable Future Foundation, which has helped more than 5,000 blind and visually impaired people through sports and recreation. Nick asks him the questions most people are afraid to ask, and Griffin shares stories that will change how you think about blindness.
Timed Highlights:
1:51 First signs of vision loss
8:23 The schoolyard fight that changed his mindset
11:01 Born blind vs. losing your sight
12:58 Visual dreams and what he sees today
20:38 Do your other senses get stronger?
24:14 Inside the Foreseeable Future Foundation
29:20 Life-changing stories from the programs
33:10 Racing up Pikes Peak on a tandem bike
40:39 Advice for parents of visually impaired kids
45:39 What he loves about Middle Tennessee
Connect with Griffin:
GriffinPinkow.com
ForeseeableFuture.org
Instagram and Facebook: Foreseeable Future Foundation
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Fifteen year veteran Realtor, Nick Woodard was raised right here in Williamson County, Tennessee. Graduate of Brentwood High School and Middle Tennessee State University, his roots were firmly planted here many years ago. Growing up in the Nashville area has provided him a vast knowledge and love for “The 615.” Understanding that he was extremely fortunate to be raised in such an incredible area, he has made it his passion to help others call Middle Tennessee “home.” Nick is married to his beautiful wife Kathryn and is the proud father of 3.