The Big Life Fix (2016)

Episode Overview

**Title: Episode 1** **Plot:** A group of innovative inventors sets out to transform the lives of three remarkable individuals facing unique challenges. Graham, a 40-year-old former snowboarding enthusiast, saw his life turn upside down after a devastating avalanche left him with severe disabilities, confining him to a wheelchair with limited movement. Despite this, he yearns to return to the slopes. Can engineer Yusuf Muhammed create a custom solution that allows Graham to snowboard while standing and controlling his board independently? Alexander suffers from a rare genetic condition that makes him extremely sensitive to sunlight, rendering him 10,000 times more vulnerable than the average person. For 24 years, he has largely stayed indoors, using bulky protective gear that attracts unwanted attention when he ventures outside. Materials expert Zoe Laughlin faces a daunting task: designing lightweight, breathable clothing that safeguards Alexander's skin while allowing him to blend in. Kyle dreams of becoming a hairdresser but struggles with a deformed hand that h