This episode features Brady Murray, Founder and President, Rod’s Heroes & CaringTide. Brady shares his courage journey after his son Nash was diagnosed with Down syndrome, symbolizing the start of an impactful family mission. Brady and his wife Andrea’s experiences, including the addition of children with unique needs and a pivotal incident involving Nash, transformed their perspective, steering them from mere survival to seeking a fulfilled life.
Confronting the challenges of disability, the Murrays harnessed their struggles to create CaringTide, aiming to support and empower other families navigating similar paths. Brady and Andrea also founder the non-profit, Rod’s Heroes whose mission is to inspire families to adopt children with Down syndrome or other unique circumstances, from the US and all of the world. In March of 2016, the Brady’s adopted Cooper at age 4 who also has Down Syndrome from China after being abandoned on the street corned. We discuss how I first heard of Cooper and Rod’s Heroes while watching NBC Nightly News. There was a story featuring “Super Cooper” who has a goal of throwing the First Pitch in all 30 MLB Stadiums showing the world the Miracle of Down Syndrome! What an inspiring story of a family making a difference in the lives of so many!!! I had the privilege of attending the Washington Nationals game with the Brady family and my siblings to see Cooper throw out the First Pitch!

The “Why Not Today?” Podcast, hosted by Leslie Kane, showcases individuals who have boldly asked themselves, “Why not today?” and have taken courageous actions. In a heartfelt tribute to her father, Patrick Kane. This podcast serves as a beacon of encouragement, reminding us all that sometimes the most transformative moments begin with a simple question: Why not today?

Contact Brady –

www.rods.org and www,caringtide.com

brady@rods.org

Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rodsheroes

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/@extraluckydad
and https://www.instagram.com/extrasupercooper/

LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradymurraycfp/

Contact Leslie –

www.whynottodaypodcast.com

lesliekane33@gmail.com

Facebook – www.facebook.com/podcastwhynottoday

Instagram – www.instagram.com/whynottodaypodcast

LinkedIn – www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-kane-3825222/

YouTube – www.youtube.com/@whynottodaywithLesliekane