Disabled Veteran Invents an Adaptive Knife | Doug Katz on Better Design for Everyone

Doug Katz joins Devon Wieters on the Wheel With It Podcast to discuss his journey as a disabled veteran, inventor, and entrepreneur. Doug shares the story behind the adapted knife he created and explains why adaptive design should be seen as better design for everyone.

This episode explores innovation, disability, universal design, and how thoughtful products can improve everyday life for more people.

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Timestamps

00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:47 Meet Douglas Katz: Inventor and Advocate01:19 Douglas Katz's Journey and Challenges02:12 The Birth of the Adaptive Knife00:00 Understanding Disabilities and Market Potential10:25 Innovative Design and Market Challenges15:54 Community Feedback and Future Innovations31:28 Kickstarter Campaign Insights40:08 Final Thoughts and Contact Information