SFN Dad To Dad 409 - Nick Massie of Los Angeles, CA A Film Industry Veteran & Father To Son, Cole, An Actor With Cerebral Palsy

Our guest this week is Nick Massie of Los Angeles, CA, a film industry veteran and father of an adult son who is an actor with Cerebral Palsy. 

Nick and his wife, Michelle, have been married for 29 years and are the proud parents of Cole (28), an actor and member of the Screen Actors Guild, who also has cerebral palsy. 

Cole was featured in the highly acclaimed movie The Paper Bag Plan, which debuted in 2024.  It's a well told story and Cole gave a heartfelt performance as Billy, a young man with Cerebral Palsy.  The screen play was written and the film was directed by Anthony Lucero.  

We also learn about the impact that various organization's have had on Cole's development, including: Canine Companions, Shane's Inspiration, United CP and Ronald McDonald House.  

It's an uplifting father-son interview with a cameo appearance from Michelle, all on this episode of the SFN Dad To Dad Podcast. 

Show Notes -
Phone – [phone]
Email – [e-mail]
Paper Bag Plan YouTube -  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GFRKK3wIQ3E
Cole Massie's Web Page: http://www.colemassie.com

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