A nearly fatal accident left this man with one arm, but he turned his trauma into art

"Beating the Odds" profiles people who despite their physical and health challenges, have pushed on to pursue their dreams and accomplish some incredible things.

Nearly 40 years ago, in his hometown of Waverly, Nebraska, Matt Sesow lost his arm in a nearly fatal accident caused by an airplane propeller. Today, Matt is an acclaimed professional artist in the metro Washington DC area, renowned for his channeling of trauma into unforgettable paintings. Learn more about his story in this episode of "Beating the Odds."

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