Joining Ben Shaberman is Brett Devloo—blind skateboarder, creative force, and living proof that identity doesn’t disappear when vision does. After suddenly losing his sight to Leber’s Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON), Brett was forced to reimagine who he was and what his future could be.
In this episode, Brett reflects on losing his vision and how skateboarding became a place of familiarity and grounding, helping him navigate a world that had suddenly changed—alongside the friends and community who helped shape who he is today.
Brett also talks about his upcoming documentary premiering in Canada and the mission behind his clothing brand.
At the heart of it all is Brett’s message:
“Stay on the board. End on the board. No matter what board you’re on.”