WATCH NOW!! ESPYS WEEK
Todd interviews 4x U.S. National Para Climbing Champion, Melissa L Ruiz straight from the 2026 Pre-ESPYS Celebrity & Athlete Gifting Lounge, presented by Luxury Experience & Co in partnership with Rolls-Royce Manhattan I 7.13.2026
Melissa L Ruiz
Four-time U.S. National Para Climbing Champion and one of Team USA's most accomplished adaptive climbers. Born with cerebral palsy, the Bronx native has transformed determination into elite athletic success, capturing national titles while earning multiple IFSC Para Climbing World Cup medals and a World Championship gold. A leading advocate for adaptive sports, Ruiz continues to inspire others through her resilience, competitive excellence, and pursuit of representing Team USA on the international stage.
FaceTime with Todd Wharton
NYC's No.1 Independent Talk Show
Celebrating 5yrs (Est. 2.8.2021)
Follow Host Todd Wharton on IG
@toddwhartonofficial"If you're not living a passionate life, then whose life are you living" - Todd Wharton
Host: Todd Wharton
Video: Joseph Asbery (Sharp Lens Photography)
Photo: Tiease Amber (TA Studios)
FaceTime with Todd Wharton is proudly sponsored by
- Fix Your Fungal Nail by Fix Your Feet Products: Formulated by Podiatric Surgeon Dr. Yolanda Ragland to clear nails of fungal infection. FixYourFeetProducts.com
- Sharp Lens Photography SharpLensNYC.com
To watch Full Episodes, Interviews, Clips, Funny Moments, Monologues, Parodies, Photo Galleries, etc. And for Guest Booking & Show Info, go to FaceTimewithToddWharton.com
FaceTime with Todd Wharton is A Wharton Grind Production
#facetimewithtoddwharton
#espys #luxuryexperienceandco
#melissalruiz #paraclimbing