Best Dylan Alcott Podcasts (2025)

In this episode of the ListenABLE podcast, hosts Angus and Dylan sit down with Sara Shams — a pharmacist, model, and disability advocate — to share her inspiring journey as a bilateral above-knee amputee living with the rare genetic condition tibial hemimelia. Sara opens up about her early life and multiple surgeries, how advances in prosthetics te…

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Jessica Horner (Neurodivergent Journalist & has Multiple Medical Disabilities) #129 38:37

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In today's episode of ListenABLE, we’re joined by Jessica Horner, a neurodivergent journalist and policy advisor living with autism, ADHD, and multiple medical disabilities. Jessica offers a powerful and deeply personal conversation about what it means to navigate life and work through the lens of disability and neurodivergence. Together, we explor…

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Kellie Forrest (Psychologist with Cerebral Palsy ) #129 32:52

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In this episode of ListenABLE, registered psychologist Kellie Forrest shares her experiences living with cerebral palsy and working in mental health. As both a parent and a professional, Kellie provides insight into how internalised ableism, societal attitudes, and systemic gaps impact people with disability in day-to-day life. Kellie speaks candid…

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Rita Havea (Model & Advocate with Charcot-Marie-Tooth) #128 22:25

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In this episode of ListenABLE, Angus O'Loughlin and Dylan Alcott are joined by Rita Havea, a model, content creator and disability advocate living with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT), a progressive genetic neuromuscular condition, "Went and saw a genetic counsellor, linked myself to CMT support groups, did as much research as possible,'cause I f…

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Cherie Clonan (Chief Executive Officer - The Digital Picnic) #127 31:01

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In this episode of ListenABLE, hosts Dylan Alcott and Angus O’Loughlin speak with Cherie Clonan — autistic business leader, digital marketing expert, and founder of The Digital Picnic. Diagnosed with Autism later in life, Cherie shares her lived experience as a neurodivergent woman, parent of autistic children, and CEO of one of Australia’s most hu…

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John Mckenna (Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita) #126 32:43

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In this episode of the ListenABLE Podcast, your hosts Dylan and Angus are joined by John Mckenna, a renowned disability advocate, podcaster, and expert with over 60 years of lived experience navigating life with Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita. John is a passionate advocate for disability rights, independence, and the importance of community sup…

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Peta Hooke (Podcaster with Cerebral Palsy) #125 36:06

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In this episode of ListenABLE, hosts Dylan Alcott and Angus O'Loughlin speak with Peta Hooke, a podcaster and disability advocate living with Cerebral Palsy. As the creator and host of The I Can’t Stand Podcast, Peta brings a practical perspective to disability representation, drawing from her personal experiences and conversations within the disab…

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Nick Dempsey (Entrepreneur & Marriage Celebrant with Spinal Cord Injury) #124 28:59

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Nick Dempsey is an Australian disability advocate, motivational speaker, and content creator whose life changed dramatically after a diving accident on his 21st birthday left him with a spinal cord injury and quadriplegia. While celebrating with friends at his parents’ home, he misjudged a dive into a shallow backyard pool, dislocating his neck upo…

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Al Viney (Disability Advocate and Athlete)| #123 40:31

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Paralympian, and unapologetic voice for change—Al Viney joins ListenABLE hosts Dylan Alcott and Angus O'Loughlin for a bold conversation about disability, elite sport/rowing, and the systems that still need fixing. "Differentiating between an injury was bad and my disability is not bad". Al breaks down what really happens after a life-changing inju…

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Rosie Jones (Comedian with Cerebral Palsy)| #122 48:38

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“Hello I'm Rosie, I'm disabled, I'm here, I'm proud of it listen to us make us in the conversation because we are not ever going to go away!”. On this episode of ListenABLE, Angus O'Loughlin is joined by the unstoppable Rosie Jones — comedian, writer, actor, and all-round legend. With her razor-sharp wit and deliciously dark humour, Rosie doesn’t j…

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Charles Brice (Spinal Cord Injury & National News Journalist/Presenter)| #121 33:03

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In this episode of ListenABLE, hosts Dylan Alcott and Angus O’Loughlin sit down with Charles Brice, a quadriplegic journalist and ABC News Breakfast presenter, to discuss his career and experiences in the media industry. "I don't want to be pigeonholed as a 'Disability Reporter'... I've got many other interests outside my injury. So I've thought th…

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Matt Formston (Blind Surfer & Guinness World Record Holder)| #120 41:43

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Matt Formston is a world champion surfer, Paralympian, and Guinness World Record-holder, known for surfing 51-foot waves at Nazaré and breaking barriers in not only his sport but his own perceptions of himself. "I’ve worked out it’s because I was fearful of being different... Now, I’m proud of my disability, and it’s part of who I am," Discover his…

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Tommy Quick (Stroke Survivor)| #119 28:19

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Tommy Quick, a true testament to resilience and determination to "prove people wrong" every single day of his life At just 12 years old, Tommy had a stroke, leaving him in a coma for five weeks. His recovery was nothing short of extraordinary—relearning life skills and overdelivering on people's expectations of him through sheer perseverance. Bring…

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Malaine Robinson (Usher Syndrome)|#118 40:43

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What’s it like to live with Usher syndrome, a condition that causes both progressive vision loss and deafness? "I really, really struggle with the fact that my hearing loss is almost a hidden disability?" In this episode, Malaine Robinson shares her experience of adapting to life with dual disabilities, from early diagnosis to becoming a guide dog …

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Ellie Cole (Australia's most decorated Paralympian)|#117 38:22

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"There is no way that I'm getting back in the water... and I never thought I would go back again" In this episode of the ListenABLE Podcast, hosts Angus O'Loughlin and Dylan Alcott dive into the extraordinary journey of retired Paralympic swimmer Ellie Cole, one of Australia's most celebrated athletes. With 17 Paralympic medals, including six gold,…

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Louise Sauvage (THE Australian Paralympic Superstar)|#116 34:25

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"So it wasn't until I was introduced to wheelchair sports... then I think I found my tribe" It's finally time... join us for an unforgettable episode featuring Louise Sauvage, a trailblazer in the Paralympic movement and a true icon in disability sports history. From dominating wheelchair racing tracks to shaping the future as a coach and podcast h…

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Amy Evans (Nemaline Rod Muscular Myopathy)|#115 28:48

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In this episode of ListenABLE, host Angus O'Loughlin sits down with Amy Evans—a dynamic 26-year-old and owner of 'Little Black Dress Digital' marketing agency, living with a rare genetic condition called Nemaline Rod Muscular Myopathy. Amy opens up about her journey growing up as a twin who has the same disability and the power of support systems. …

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Rowan Crothers (Paralympic Swimmer with Cerebral Palsy)|#114 36:07

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"It ultimately hinges on the coach's willingness and the environment's openness to embrace disability and foster understanding." Join us in the ListenABLE studio as we welcome the remarkable Rowan Crothers, a three-time Paralympian and six-time medalist, for an exclusive behind the curtain for the recent Paris Paralympics (2024). In this captivatin…

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Andrew Dewberry (DJ with Spina Bifida )| #113 28:26

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Join Dylan Alcott and Angus O'Loughlin as they speak with Andrew Dewberry, better known as DJ Dewbs! In this episode, Andrew shares his unique journey as a rising star in the music scene while living with Spina Bifida. Discover the heart behind his music and the vital role of Ability Fest in promoting inclusivity. The trio dives into the ongoing ch…

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Kyle Willmington (Fitness Influencer with Charcot Marie Tooth )| #112 23:41

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Diving into his passion for health and fitness, Kyle Willmington launched a creative social media challenge, inspiring others to make healthier choices by testing the limits of his disability, Charcot Marie Tooth. With a focus on the power of mindset, Kyle discusses how he navigates obstacles and the vital support he receives from family and friend…

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Emma Tomlinson (Musician and Autistic )| #111 30:32

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"Oh don't hang around Emma you might get Autism" Emma Tomlinson, an independent artist and professional musician, shares her experience as an Autistic person and speaks with Dylan Alcott and Angus O'Loughlin about how music has been a powerful tool for communication and self-expression. She discusses her journey from being selectively mute as a chi…

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Paris Paralympics - Aussie Athlete interviews (Curt McGrath and Madison Di Rosario) 31:03

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Host of the 2024 Paris Paralympics Dylan Alcott talks about the amazing yet limiting TV set he will be presenting the games to millions of Australians back home. In this episode you'll hear: Curt McGrath talk about the incredible first words he said after losing his legs to a roadside bomb while serving fro the Army. Madison De Rozario is competing…

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'Preparing for the Paralympics' - Hosted by 4 time Gold Medal winner Dylan Alcott 29:52

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Ahead of the 2024 Paris Paralympics Opening Ceremony Thursday Morning (Australian time) the ListenABLE Podcast has 2 special episodes speaking with our past and competing Australian Paralympians. In this episode you'll hear: Jarryd Clifford is set to compete in the 1500m and 5000m events and speaks about the hilarious reason why he doesn't use a gu…

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Loz Booth (Comedian with Ectrodactyly)| #110 35:29

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This Australian comedian and actress is on the pursuit to change the landscape of the Australian TV Industry and it's inclusion of creators with disability. But how do you break into an industry when you're considered a "distraction"? "I realised that if I want to be a part of change I also need to be creating content". Born with Ectrodactyly, Loz …

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James Chapman (Pseudoachondroplasia Dwarfism)| #109 38:55

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James Chapman Pseudoachondroplasia Dwarfism has taken him around the world, representing Australia in sport, attracting plenty of attention and interesting ways to get around in style, some suitcases are double his size! His adventures don’t stop internationally as he shreds local surf breaks and skates like Tony Hawk thanks to his lower centre of …

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Vint Cerf ('Father of the Internet' & Hard of Hearing)| #108 36:56

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"The telephone, invented by Alexander Graham Bell, whose wife and mother were Deaf, and could not use the phone. It's Ironic!" Chief Internet Evangelist for Google Vint Cerf is widely recognised and applauded for being a pioneer in the invention of the internet, redefining not only connecting software and people on incredible scale but also accessi…

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Tayla Richardson (Congenital Myasthenic Syndrome & Periodic Paralysis)| #107 33:32

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"I've been in really hot cars where like if a person could get out, they would. It's sometimes a dangerous situation". With only 5 minutes notice, any time, any place - Tayla Richardson could be trapped in her own body and there's no way to stop it." After developing her disability in adulthood, Tayla was diagnosed with Congenital Myasthenic Syndro…

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Knox Gibson (Amputee from accident at home) | #106 28:43

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There's complexity to Knox Gibson's story. At age 3, his grandfather ran over Knox on the family property with his lawn mower, causing the amputation of his arm. Had that accident not occurred, would Knox now be spending months overseas filming for The Hunger Games? Would he be trailing for his first ever Paralympics, hopeful for a ticket to Paris?…

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Ryan Straschnitzki (Paralysed after Bus Accident) | #105 30:41

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THE DAY OF APRIL 6TH, 2018 CHANGED THE LIVES OF 29 FAMILIES FOREVER. This episode of ListenABLE we speak with Ryan Straschnitzki who's Hockey team was involved in a head on collision with a semi truck killing fifteen and injuring everyone from coaches, team staff and players like Ryan. "My first instinct was just to get up. That's all I could repea…

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Sean Millis (Hunter Syndrome) | #104 30:46

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“As a first movie as well, the adrenaline was just insane! Like Seeing Chris (Hemsworth), seeing everyone, it was just amazing” - Sean Millis on ‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga’. You've probably seen Sean on your social feed before! Whether it's Australian television's ‘The Voice’ where Sean describes the gravity of the blind audition as being “scared and…

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Jack Day (Better Date than Never) | #103 31:21

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In age of dating in Australia, dating apps aren’t cutting it anymore, especially when you have disability. When Jack Day was given the chance to join the new cast of "Never Have I Ever" Season 2, finding love was merely a bonus. When it comes to modern dating and making lasting connections, Jack's charisma and endearing storytelling style will have…

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Hayden McDonald (Pilot who is Autistic) | #102 23:06

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"When I fly I am a very different person, I am my true self" Ask yourself this question: Would you be comfortable with the pilot of your plane being Autistic? With his passion for promoting real inclusion for people on the Spectrum, Hayden McDonald (22) is Australia's first "Unofficial" Pilot who is Autistic to fly solo across Australia. "Don't wan…

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April Lockhart ('Disabled Fashun Girlie' w Amniotic Band Syndrome) | #101 28:07

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“I’ve always been talking about my disability through the lens of fashion” With over 120k followers on social media, April Lockhart's limb difference has now become her "greatest accessory" as she educates the public about her disability. April's ability to tell stories through her outfits on social media is one of passion and authenticity as she c…

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Matt Pierri (Founder of Sociability &Tech Entrepreneur)| #100 37:57

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"If I'm with ten friends and all of us can't get into a space all ten of us will go elsewhere" Sociability is working towards having a FREE platform to check the accessibility of pubs, bars, cafés - you name it and question all of your requirements at the press of a button. Imagine as a hospitality business having a FREE platform that provides a re…

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Great White Shark Attack | ListenABLE moment: Chris Blowes 6:31

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WARNING: This episode contains detailed description of the attack, injuries and graphic nature of the events of the day. In 2015 Chris and his two mates went surfing off a notoriously Great White Shark hot spot in Rural South Australia. They knew the risks, as all surfers do, but the reward of uncrowded line ups and good conditions had them pull on…

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Zac Carley & Ben McIntosh (Best Friends & Support Worker with 1M Followers) | #99 20:23

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At the age of 9 Ben McIntosh's life changed when his sister Grace was born into the world with Down Syndrome. Their incredibly close relationship and sense of humour spawned a career in Support Work for Ben and an Instagram and TikTok account to chronicle their jump scares, dancing and connection. Then entered Zac Carley the Elvis obsessed, eyebrow…

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Breanna Medcalfe (EC1C2 Incomplete Spinal Cord Lesion | #98 30:20

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Starting with small practices of advocacy at a very young age, Breanna Medcalfe, 21, is setting out on a journey to educate others and be a young voice for people with disability. Already making waves in medical alum by being a Health Consumer Disability Representative Advocate we were very lucky to have this time with her before her stratospheric …

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Ross Chaplin (Guillain-Barre Syndrome) | #97 32:17

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"It makes it much easier jamming a crutch in the front door of a CEO office" - Ross Chaplin At the age of two after being at the hospital at “the wrong place wrong time” Ross Chaplin obtained a "bug" called Guillian-Barré Syndrome leaving him Hemiplegic, no use of his right leg and minimal use of his left arm, and therefore a full and vibrant life …

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Professor Paul Harpur (Blind Academic & Former Paralympian) | #96 35:45

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"I want opportunities created for the 9% of our student population with disability. That's 1.6 million students in Australia. That's 144,000 students with some form of disability, which is bigger than 3-4 of the big Universities." - Paul Harpur. When Paul Harpur was hit by a train he lost his eyesight. Already feeling that "teenage boys don't wanna…

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Michaela Broderick (Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2 & Lymphedema) | #95 33:50

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"I spent a lot of my life scared of is it my... mortality? I was scared a lot that I can't do things like everybody else, that I had to go hard or go home, 'die before you're 30 plan'. And then now I'm 28 and I'm like, 'Oh my God, I now need to save and do the big adult things.'" - Michaela Broderick. Welcome back to ListenABLE for 2024 where our f…

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Melanie Dimmitt (Parent to Arlo with Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy) | #94 40:30

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“And I do understand why it is an issue in the disability community. I shouldn't be speaking for people with disability. I need to speak for my son because he's non speaking and I am his advocate, but I I quickly learned the tension that exists here and I'm now a lot more respectful of it” What does it mean to be a voice for someone with disability…

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"Nothing about us, Without Us" - Sarah Herrlinger, Apple’s senior director of Global Accessibility Policy and Initiatives. (IDPWD Bonusode) 23:54

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With over 20 years of experience at Apple, senior director of Global Accessibility Sarah Herrlinger joins us in studio for a conversation about how the disability community has advanced technology which has benefited everyone and if you're using an iPhone especially you! Think 'Siri' The forerunner for text-to-speech software was developed by a Sil…

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Jade Harrington (Recent Below Knee Amputee) | #93 35:40

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Believing she had Gastro, 23 year old Jade Harrington was reluctant to go to hospital, but as her symptoms got worse she was directed through to Emergency and placed in an induced coma for 9 days from Septic shock. Jade decided to have her feet amputated below the knee after realising she was watching them slowly "die" in front of her. Jade takes t…

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Sarah Rose (Disability Advocate with Dwarfism) | #92 33:17

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After attending the Sydney 2000 Paralympics there was no turning back for Sarah Rose, she had found her passion in swimming, a place that created an even playing field in a world that didn’t present her with the same opportunities as everyone else. Sarah, who is four foot two, describes how swimming gave her a sense of purpose at a time when she di…

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Alison Connoley (Cerebral Palsy & Transverse Myelitis) | #91 26:46

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Alison's life changed overnight when she couldn't feel anything from the waist down. After being diagnosed with a 'bad cold', her symptoms became worst, soon discovering she had Transverse Myelitis, 'an inflammatory disease of the Spinal Cord'. With Alison now to become a full time Wheelchair user, it presented an opportunity to reflect on her care…

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Producer Amelia couldn't BELIEVE she saw this level of accessibility overseas! ✈️ 5:46

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Where's somewhere overseas that surprised you with their level of accessibility? Also comment on our Instagram where your fav accessible spots in Australia are. Watch this episode with captions on our YouTube Page: https://youtu.be/uTecKWFhAvY Check out the new 11 part podcast series about Accessible Tourism: 'Accessed That' https://www.queensland.…

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Mel Harrison (Manual Chair User & Hard of Hearing) | #90 32:41

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2 in 5 women with disability in Australia have experienced physical/domestic violence after the age of 15. That's 1.2 Million Australian's with disability who don't have the correct resources or support to get the help that they need compared with 1.7 million without. Founder of 'Sitting Low, Reaching High' and disability advocate Mel Harrison help…

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How far people are going to avoid having a child with Disability! 8:47

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What if you could choose not to impart a hereditary condition to your newborn before they were born. Would you take that option? Pre-implantation genetic testing (PGT) is a technique used to test embryos for known genetic conditions or chromosomal abnormalities. From physical health conditions all the way to mental health, Dylan and Angus are prese…

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Jacob Darkin (Father with Spinal Cord Injury) | #89 27:36

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Jacob Darkin went to impress his girlfriend by doing a front flip. Opening his eyes he realised he would be spending the rest of his life in a wheelchair. This interview catches Dylan Alcott and Angus O'Loughlin off guard in a few moments none more so when Jacob revealed the age of his accident. Join us this week for a fascinating look into the lif…