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Jason Romero: Blind Runner's Inspiring Cross-Country Journey

October 27, 2025
Watch the inspiring story of Jason Romero, a blind runner who crossed the US, proving the limitless potential of the human spirit.
Jason Romero's journey is a profound example of overcoming adversity through sheer determination and faith. Diagnosed at 14 with retinitis pigmentosa, a condition leading to severe vision loss, Jason faced numerous challenges from an early age. Despite a grim prognosis that he would lose his vision by 30, he not only maintained partial sight into his 50s but also achieved remarkable professional success, eventually rising to oversee a $400 million division at General Electric. His story climaxes with an extraordinary feat: running across the United States in just 60 days, making him the first vision-impaired runner to ever accomplish such a feat. This documentary captures not only his physical journey but his emotional and spiritual resilience, inspiring viewers with his life's message that growth comes through discomfort and challenges.