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Happy Place

Fearne Cotton

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Fearne Cotton talks to incredible people about life, love, loss, and everything in-between as she reveals what happiness means to them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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I'm Disabled... So What?

Lauren Mill & Heather Monger

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Think disability means disadvantage? Think again. Join hosts Lauren Mill and Heather Monger as they flip the script on what it really means to live with a disability. With unfiltered honesty, sharp humor, and plenty of heart, I'm Disabled... So What? dives into everything from dating and education to daily life and the myths we’re tired of busting. It’s not about inspiration—it's about real stories, real challenges, and real pride. This is disability, unapologetically.
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Explore how the latest technologies are shaping our world, from groundbreaking discoveries to transformative sustainability efforts. The NVIDIA AI Podcast shines a light on the stories and solutions behind the most innovative changes, helping to inspire and educate listeners. Every week, we’ll bring you another tale, another 30-minute interview, as we build a real-time oral history of AI that’s already garnered nearly 6.5 million listens and been acclaimed as one of the best AI and machine l ...
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KaitlynCast

Kaitlyn Burdge

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A young Texas woman with special needs openly shares her life, with love. With faith in Jesus and her friends at her side, Kaitlyn can do anything! Subscribe to hear Kaitlyn podcast all her life experiences as she makes the world a brighter place in her own amazing way. You'll laugh. You'll cry. You'll want cookies before its over.
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Optispan is a vision for what health should be. The typical person gives up 10-20 years of quality life in exchange for disability, frailty, and early death. We call this "the lost decade". Time that should be spent with loved ones doing the activities you enjoy are instead spent suffering from multiple diseases and taking a cabinet full of medications that probably do as much harm as good. We believe that the current practice of medicine is disease care, not health care. We believe that eve ...
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A Winning Heart

A Winning Heart: Conversations about Disability awesomeness in awareness

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Welcome to A Winning Heart conversations about being awesome with a disability and raising awareness at the same time and absolutely Yes sometimes you have to say F…..CK you to your own mindset and especially your disability!
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It's a Blind Life

Arya and Belle

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Hey there! On this show Belle and I talk about different things that have to do with our visual disability and what our lives are like. This podcast updates once a month on a Monday.
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Under the Influence with Terry O'Reilly

Apostrophe Podcast Network

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Under the Influence gives listeners a rare backstage pass into the hallways, boardrooms and recording studios of the ad industry.Join host and adman Terry O’Reilly for fascinating (and humorous) stories that connect the dots between pop culture, marketing and human nature. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Hidden Lives

Leprosy Mission Australia

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This podcast contains stories of people we've met during our work with The Leprosy Mission. The Leprosy Mission Australia works with people with leprosy, other neglected tropical diseases and disabilities. They are often the most marginalised, vulnerable and hidden from the rest of society. We run health improvement projects, often in rural and remote villages where we get to meet many people who have amazing life experiences to share. Yes, leprosy is still a thing but it doesn't have to be. ...
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Everything You Know About Disability is Wrong is a podcast for the disability community by the disability community, hosted by two disabled women. But if you’re not disabled, listen in to learn about real issues, celebrations, and conversations disabled people are having in their communities. Powered by Easterseals.
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The Chronically Courageous, where chronic illness warriors come to feel empowered and uplifted. Listen each week to be inspired by others who have found happiness and peace, despite the physical and emotional tolls of chronic illness. Together, we navigate this complex journey and move forward with courage, passion, and purpose! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Youth Voice Amplified

Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office

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Join hosts Gennessa Fisher and Brian Johnson for this youth-led and youth-focused monthly interview series as they talk with young people about their life experiences with homelessness, foster care, disabilities, teen parenting, and more. Each conversation will uncover stories of hope and strength from youth storytellers who will share the best ways we can support youth in similar situations. If you want to know how to do better for youth or simply be inspired, this is your show! Every youth ...
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Welcome to Scarred, Not Silent, a podcast where I open up about life with kidney disease, the transplant journey, and the healing that comes after. I'm Rodney, a kidney recipient, life coach, and social worker who's lived through dialysis, disability, and the quiet moments nobody talks about.This space is real talk for resilient souls. Whether navigating your chronic illness, supporting a loved one, or just curious about what it means to start over with a second chance, you're in the right p ...
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The Forgotten Generation Podcast

Be the change. Media Network and Troy Njenje-Mbanga

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The Forgotten Generation Podcast is about speaking to young people and inspiring changemakers about issues that matter to them, the journeys they’re on, and who they are to amplify their voices. The Forgotten Generation Podcast is hosted by Troy Njenje-Mbanga who is an #iwill Ambassador and a young person with a learning disability and autism. Troy is a youth activist advocating for SEND inclusion and youth voice from Wakefield in West Yorkshire and is part of many local and national youth v ...
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Chatting with Charlie is a podcast where I chat about controversial and stigmatised topics as well as critically analyse things that affect our every day life, such as diet culture. The episodes will be a mixture of interviews, me just chatting and me analysing scientific studies. I will always provide sources in the google docs document if I refer to studies or claim facts. All relevant links: https://linktr.ee/Chatting_with_Charlie
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Welcome to the FInancially Intentional Podcast with Naseema McElroy! This is a weekly podcast covering all things personal finance for those ready to build wealth but who may not know where to start. We believe that you have all the tools to improve your finances because you and your family deserve it. Our hope is that by listening to this podcast, your circle of influence is enhanced. Let us be the folks you choose to surround yourself with.
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Access Services is a non-profit committed to building stronger communities by empowering individuals to achieve wholeness and belonging. Serving eastern Pennsylvania since 1976, we provide community support for adults, children, families, individuals with intellectual disabilities, autism, behavioral health, and housing. We believe in providing person-centered services that meet people’s unique needs. Instead of a one-size-fits-all approach, we ask, “How can we serve this person better?” Thi ...
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A Real Affliction: BPD, Culture, and Stigma is an interview podcast that explores how we live with, treat, advocate for, write about, and conceptualize borderline personality disorder, as well as common co-occurring challenges like complex PTSD, eating disorders, and substance use disorder, all of which I’ve experienced. My guests and I will also discuss how literature, film, television, photography, dance, philosophy, the history of medicine, feminist and disability studies, nature, and bio ...
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Why am I different? Why do things have to be so difficult? Am I dumb? Why am I scared? Will it be this hard forever? Will I ever find the help I need to succeed? When will being different be accepted? Welcome to The Different Ability® Podcast where we will answer all of these questions and a whole lot more! Each week host Katey Fortun brings you tips and tricks on how to navigate being different, along with inspiring stories of guests that are living an amazing life having Different Abilitie ...
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We’re not stumped. Not by limb loss. Not by fear. Not by anything life throws our way. We’re Not Stumped is more than just a podcast—it's a platform dedicated to celebrating resilience, inclusion, and the indomitable human spirit. Hosted by Mike Bolland, a one-handed cancer survivor and the first person with limb loss to compete on the PBA tour, the podcast delves into the real-life stories of individuals who have turned adversity into strength. Launched in 2022 after Mike retired from a suc ...
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The Ling Podcast

Marlene Benedicto

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Not many people know what it's like to be a person with a disability. Join Canadian blogger Marlene Benedicto (a.k.a. Ling) as she gets real about her life as a disabled woman, and has fun and informative chats with her guests. Whether you are disabled, have a family member with a disability, or just want to learn something new and maybe have a few laughs, this podcast is for you.
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This podcast is for caregivers and families seeking advice and inspiration on caring for someone with a mental or physical disability. It is hosted by Best Care, a Minnesota-based home care agency that, since 2005, has provided home and community-based services. Join us to discuss ideas, tips, and educational resources to support caregivers and their families. The content on this podcast is for informational or educational purposes only and does not substitute professional medical advice or ...
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I'm Daniel Kelley the host of Divine Potential. The mission of this podcast is to help you become the person God created you to be. This podcast is all about real people and real conversations. I believe we all have a tremendous call on our lives and I want to provide you with the right resources to harness that and take a step of faith and become the person God says you are. I’m inviting on and interviewing business executives and entrepreneurs, entertainers, leaders in faith, health expert ...
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Focus on Ability

NOVA Employment

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In each episode we get to know a person with a disability and highlight their many abilities in the workplace. If you’re a Sydney or Southern Highlands business that could benefit from great staff visit novaemployment.com.au
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Welcome to Live Free Ride Free, where we talk to people who have lived self-actualized lives on their own terms, and find out how they got there, what they do, how we can get there, what we can learn from them. How to live our best lives, find our own definition of success, and most importantly, find joy. Your Host is New York Times bestselling author Rupert Isaacson. Long time human rights activist, Rupert helped a group of Bushmen in the Kalahari fight for their ancestral lands. He's proba ...
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Be Determined

Molly T. Kennedy

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Be Determined is an intimate look at building a self-determined, multi-faceted life with cerebral palsy. Each episode explores themes of identity, resilience, diversity, advocacy, relationships, and community and challenges conventional narratives about disability. Host Molly Kennedy shares her experiences and invites others to share their stories—stories of navigating a world not designed with them in mind and the wisdom they've gained along the way. While cerebral palsy shapes how Molly ex ...
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THE SDA HOUSING PODCAST

NDIS PROPERTY AUSTRALIA

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The SDA Housing Podcast is a leading voice in the Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) sector, delivering in-depth discussions, expert insights, and the latest updates related to housing solutions for people with disabilities. Through interviews with industry leaders, advocates, and lived-experience voices, we explore policy developments, innovative best practices, and real-world stories shaping the future of disability housing. Listeners will gain valuable knowledge on emerging trends, ...
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On The Disable The Label Podcast we talk about all things disability. Our podcasts are aimed at helping empower and support parents while they navigate their disabled child's life. The Disable the Label Podcast is a place where parents know they can get a tone of non-biased information, hear from other parents that have been in similar situations to them, and feel they have a community with them through their journey. Professionals sharing their knowledge on various products and services on ...
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Interviews with people dealing with housing problems and welfare cuts. Dislike for those who let it all happen. Kate Belgrave Journalist and blogger Contact: [email protected] Homepage photos courtesy of Latoya, the mother of the little boy with autism in the first episode.
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Blink of an Eye, a new podcast with Louise Phipps Senft, explores stories of trauma, loss, awakening, and epiphanies. Ms. Senft recounts her experience navigating a life-changing accident that rendered her son, Archer, paralyzed from the neck on down, and expands the story with interviews of those behind the scene. Told through real journal entries and inspiring guests, Blink of an Eye will inspire you to explore the true nature of our relationships and interconnectedness in the face of an e ...
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All Things Private Practice Podcast TM is where we dive deep into the gritty, unfiltered world of being a mental entrepreneur, mental health professional, and a private practice therapist. Join us as we explore the emotional roller coaster of small business ownership, tackling the raw and unapologetic aspects that often go unspoken. In each episode, we fearlessly dissect self-doubt, resilience, impostor syndrome, and paralyzing perfectionism. This podcast normalizes fear and failure and help ...
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Disability Daisies

Disability Daisies

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Disability Daisies: We're here to bloom, together. Welcome to Disability Daisies, where we bloom despite the thorns! Join Meg as she shares honest insights into living, laughing, and loving with multiple disabilities. This podcast offers practical tips and heartfelt stories about navigating daily life, from doctor's appointments to personal relationships. Discover new coping skills, learn how to advocate for yourself, and find joy amidst the chaos. Whether you have a disability, love someone ...
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More Talent Untapped

Anna-Karina Tabuñar

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They’ve mastered change and uncertainty. They’re disruptors and innovators by necessity. During these challenging COVID times, they can teach us a lot about living and leading better. People with disabilities are talent that we don't regularly see or hear from — Anna-Karina Tabuñar brings us their stories. A podcast about strength in difference, diversity and inclusion, More Talent Untapped is made possible by our sponsors RBC and EARN - the Employment Accessibility Resource Network, an init ...
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Advancing The Conversation

Christi Carnahan, Ed.D., Kate Doyle, Ph.D., BCBA-D

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Welcome to Advancing the conversation with Dr. Christi Carnahan and Dr. Kate Doyle from the University of Cincinnati's Special Education Department. We started this podcast in an effort to have real conversations about the role of self-determination in all our lives, specifically in supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. If you're a teacher, a person interested in becoming a teacher, a parent, a sibling, or a person with a disability, this podcast is for you. We ...
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Be Evolved

Mary Miele

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"Be Evolved" is your trusted source for expertise, insights, and actionable strategies that will help you create the best learning environment for your children or students. Our mission is to equip you with the knowledge and tools necessary to ensure that your child or student learns well and thrives academically, emotionally, and socially. In each episode, we bring you thought-provoking discussions, interviews with experts in the field of education, and practical advice you can implement in ...
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Special Criminals

Casey & Monica

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A podcast focusing on criminal cases where the subjects have been diagnosed with mental illnesses or disabilities. We discuss how these diagnoses and factors may have affected them or their crimes. We look at these crimes and criminals through an educational lens and dive into the specifics of their mental illnesses or disabilities.
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Conversations with a trusted health official, using education, experience, and words to help increase health literacy and give actionable steps toward improving one’s health and thereby improving their overall quality of life.
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Engineering Change Podcast

Dr. Yvette E. Pearson

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Engineering Change is the podcast designed to help REDEFINE engineering as we know it by: RE-imaging who we see as engineers and what we see as engineering, DE-siloing academic programs and problem solving, and FINE-tuning culture and climate using best practices for justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) so people from all backgrounds and identities can succeed. It's about being just as intentional with JEDI as we are with solving any other problems in engineering; applying a care ...
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Maureen Kafkis is a Doctor of Occupational Therapy, the Brain BS™ coach, and the host of The Power of Community & Collaboration Podcast. When she learned that the average human brain has over 60,000 thoughts a day and that most of them are lies (Brain BS™) that cause needless suffering, she started to learn how to separate the fact from fiction in her mind and has never looked back. Maureen truly believes that living consciously, understanding how your brains work, and learning to feel your ...
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I am a person with several marginalized intersecting identities: I\'m a Christian in a society where true faith is misrepresented and often mocked. I\'m disabled, living life with severe physical limitations in a society not designed for me. I\'m heteroflexible; a proud member of the LGBTQIA* community. I\'m a woman in a society where females are still fighting for equality. In this podcast, I will address some of today\'s ugly issues affecting people like me, how I\'m finding Beauty in them ...
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Legally Abled Podcast

Ashley Jacobson, MA, CRC

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A mix of true crime, social justice, and education, the Legally Abled Podcast provides compelling perspectives by people with disabilities, experts, and advocates about current legal cases, events and resources pertaining to navigating life and the law with disability. Hosted by Ashley Jacobson, MA, CRC, who has devoted her career to working with the disability community, this podcast dives into the complex and captivating issues facing one of the largest minority groups in the United States.
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Balanced FI Podcast

RaLea Harbrige

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The Balanced FI podcast is all about practical, real-world ways to pay off debt, save money, and balance life with financial goals. Each week your host, RaLea, dives into a family finance topic that will improve your life: the steps to financial security, debt payoff methods, easy ways to save money on everyday expenses, and more... all with a dose of intentional living, a dash of minimalism & a splash of the realities of parenting a child with disabilities.
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The meademusing’s Podcast

Oluwatoyin Oluwaseun-apo

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The Meade Musings podcast is dedicated to raising awareness about societal issues that are often not discussed openly. Many individuals face challenges that affect their emotional, psychological, mental, and physical health and wellbeing. These issues include infertility/involuntary childlessness, living with disabilities or debilitating illnesses, homelessness, and coping with abusive partners. By recognizing and sharing experiences of real People in abusive relationships and other everyday ...
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eadspace Sessions Podcast Adelaide is about all things youth mental health. Each episode features topical content that is handpicked by the young creative team as well as special guests, experts and practical advice delivered in an educational, engaging and inspirational format. Led by headspace Adelaide, in partnership with headspace Edinburgh North, headspace Marion, headspace Onkaparinga and Sonder. The podcast project is brought to you by our centre’s Youth Reference Groups and Youth Amb ...
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Financial Residency

Financial Residency Network

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As a doctor, you spent decades in school to get to where you are. Unfortunately, during all those years in medical school and residency, you probably didn't receive a financial education. But, not to worry. That’s where I come in. Think of this podcast as your financial residency without the long hours and sleepless nights! I will guide you through a financial education resulting in money confidence and clarity in this critical aspect of your life. You’ll understand how you make money, how y ...
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Chronic illness, even for the most social among us, can be profoundly isolating. There are days when it’s simply too painful or too exhausting to respond to a text, make plans, pick up the phone—or even record a podcast. One of the hardest parts of living with chronic illness is the not knowing—the endless search for answers. Currently, Bonni is em…
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20th century movies and TV shows were dominated by the traditional “hero.” With high morals and an ethical code of honour. The 21st century has a different take. Today, we cheer the anti-hero. Like the Sopranos, Dexter and Breaking Bad. Anti-heroes are liberated from that line in the sand that holds the rest of us back. They do things we are afraid…
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In this episode, Patrick Casale and Shaelene Kite discuss how special interests can spark innovative business ideas. Shaelene shares her journey from DBT group practice owner to launching a Disney-themed clinical conference, blending her passions and love of Disney with her entrepreneurial path. Here are 3 key takeaways: Leverage Your Special Inter…
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Sometimes, the only way to face today is to imagine the voice of tomorrow. In this episode, I take a step into the future—five years post-transplant—and reflect on what that version of myself might say about resilience, patience, and faith. By listening to the wisdom of tomorrow, we can find the courage to endure today. As you listen, I’ll invite y…
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The signs of elder abuse can be subtle at first – a withdrawn demeanor during family visits, unexplained bruises dismissed as simple falls, or unusual changes in bank accounts. Elder abuse is a growing concern in our country, with research showing that approximately one in ten people aged 60 and older who live at home experience some form of abuse,…
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Today's episode is hosted by Troy Njenje Mbanga with guest Ciara McCarthy, who is a disability youth activist, content creator, and previously Vice President of Diversity and Wellbeing. To get connected with Ciara, find her on Instagram and Linkedin. To get connected with Troy, find him on Instagram, on LinkedIn, and on X. To follow along with The …
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Send us a text Exciting new beginnings are taking shape despite ongoing challenges! I've launched a women's mental health podcast called "A Heart Cup" (previously "She Is Her"), strategically renamed to improve discovery on Apple Podcasts. This new venture fills the extra time during my recovery period, with episodes dropping Mondays and Fridays an…
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Send us a text In today's episode, I sit down with Paul Compeau, a friendly CFP who helps families pay less for college. We talk about simple steps you can take right now, like filling out FAFSA the right way, building a smart college list, and knowing the real price before you say yes. Paul shares easy tips to find money you don’t have to pay back…
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In this episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland reviews EmpowerFest 2025, celebrating the limb loss and limb difference community with inspiring speakers, adaptive activities, and unforgettable moments. Mike also shares a story about a comedian who made a tasteless joke about the limb loss community — and how he got the comedian to remove t…
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Once nonverbal, Lina Hjalmarsson now communicates through a letter board and her own writing—sharing profound insights into love, autism, and the human spirit. In this extraordinary episode of Live Free Ride Free, Rupert Isaacson sits down with long-time friend Helena Hjalmarsson and her daughter Lina to explore the paradox of autism, poetry born f…
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Lulu shot to fame at 15, and she’s been playing that part, masking who she really is – Marie McDonald McLaughlin Lawrie – for the six decades since. In this chat with Fearne, Lulu explains how she felt that everything from her real name and accent, to her personality and childhood weren’t good enough, so she created a character for the public to lo…
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President Cynthia Teniente-Matson discusses how San José State University is equipping both students and faculty to confidently embrace AI and prepare for tomorrow’s workforce. Learn more about SJSU’s hands-on AI integration in courses, AI-driven teaching tools, faculty development programs, innovative collaborations, and real-world projects—all bu…
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In this episode I am speaking with Martha Varela who is the Executive Director of the Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA). Martha has been on the podcast in the past to talk about the Better With Horses Program that she participated in at the Horse Project with other paralyzed women veterans in the spring. Well the second round took place a couple …
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Canadian Paratriathlete Leanne Taylor A biking accident left our next guest paralyzed from the waist down. However, instead of succumbing to despair, she made a bold decision while in the hospital – to become a paratriathlete. Just eight months after her injury, she completed her first paratriathlon, showcasing adaptability, resilience, and peak pe…
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When we first visited Ritu at home her, she peered at us through a hole in the wall of her house, too shy to come out to meet the strangers who had turned up in her village. Ritu grew up in a community where men and women have set roles, where reputation is linked to how well each performances their roles. When disease strikes, it threatens to dest…
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Send us a text In this episode, I share an exciting new chapter in my life... my husband and I bought land in Colorado to design and build our dream vacation rental! Ever since my first trip to the mountains in high school, I’ve dreamed of having a place in Colorado, and now that dream is becoming reality. We’ll be documenting the entire process on…
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Cultural identity is a big part of who we are... it shapes our values, how we connect with others, and how we understand ourselves. For many young people, growing up with multiple cultures can feel empowering, but it can also bring challenges, especially when balancing family expectations with personal identity. In this episode, our hosts share sto…
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In this episode, we look at an extraordinary email that a senior health professional just sent to me. The email says that a Hackney council officer met with health and medical staff, and told them to stop writing supporting letters for families who need to be moved out of terrible housing - that's families with disabled children. The email was circ…
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Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@optispan Get Our Newsletter (It's Free): https://www.optispan.life/ Most people take supplements without ever checking if their body actually needs them. Is that smart… or just expensive guesswork? In this podcast, Dr. Matt Kaeberlein sits down with Ryan Ware to unpack the truth about supplements, …
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Dylan M. Rafaty, President and CEO of the North Texas Disability Chamber, joins Lily Newton and Erin Hawley to talk about disability acceptance and advocacy. With clarity and conviction, Dylan outlines why disability should never be treated as an act of charity. Instead, he frames it as a strategic investment that drives innovation, empowers commun…
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In this episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland sits down with Joslynn Bigelow, founder and CEO of Say How Consulting, for a powerful conversation on disability advocacy, system navigation, and the importance of dignity of risk. Joslynn shares her personal journey into advocacy, the launch of her consulting business, and her five guiding pr…
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In this episode, I open up about my search for faith in the midst of life’s hardest seasons. With the backdrop of war and devastation in the Middle East reminding us of how fragile the world can be, I share the story of the religion that finally spoke to my spirit. This isn’t about pushing beliefs—it’s about finding the higher power that gives you …
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In this episode, Debbie welcomes back Kevin Chen from Paramount Disability Homes for a conversation about the status of the Victorian Government NDIS Housing Crisis. This major crisis is unfolding in Victoria as state government subsidies for group home support workers which have already ended at the end of 2023, have leases for these properties se…
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Gavin and Stacey’s Joanna Page didn’t want kids, until she suddenly did at 35! In this chat with Fearne, Joanna explains how she had to bring her baby on set in order to keep working as a new mum, and why she ultimately decided to focus on family over career. They chat about why it’s ok to do average – or even shit – work sometimes, and why perfect…
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Send us a text Michelle Choairy Wednesday, September 3, 2025 A Winning Heart: https://awinningheart.weebly.com. A Winning Heart sponsor: https://melodyclouds.com. Please donate to A Winning Heart by going to Payment Venmo Win1195 at https://venmo.com/. Win Kelly Charles’ Books: https://www.amazon.com/Win-Kelly-Charles/e/B009VNJEKE/ref=dp_byline_con…
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Kimberly talks with Amanda Mobley, Executive Director of the Center For Accessible Living, about the 2nd Annual Advocacy Summit coming up on October 16–17. They also discuss exciting new things happening at CAL. Plus, Kimberly and Sam play tourism trivia. Spoiler alert, Kimberly loses. Register here for the 2nd Annual Advocacy Summit Thanks to Chri…
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Living with a rare disease means having to face doctors who don’t believe you, regardless of the evidence of suffering , partners who become carers- gradually or suddenly, and the world’s obsession with labels. In this episode I talk about the importance but also -coexisting- unimportance of diagnoses, the role of mental health in chronic illness, …
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In this episode, I share a pivotal moment in my transplant journey—finally being invited to orientation. The transplant team laid out the possibilities and the risks, reminding me that this path is far from a cake walk. A transplant brings the hope of a new life, but it also comes with real dangers, including the possibility of death. Still, we pus…
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From our Season 12 Archives... This week, we look at companies that have spent decades advertising to only one gender - then suddenly decide to approach the opposite sex. L’Oreal is now marketing makeup to men. Scotch distillers are now targeting women. And lingerie companies are now designing intimates for men. It’s a brand new, gender-bending wor…
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In this episode, Patrick Casale and Jamie Roberts, therapist, author, and founder of NeuroPebble Corp, talk about the realities of neurodivergent entrepreneurship and building an affirming community for mental health clinicians and creators, referencing Jamie's company, NeuroPebble, how to handle balancing multiple projects, and the journey of writ…
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Minnesota has taken a progressive step forward in home care services. For current PCA recipients, this transition will occur smoothly during your next annual reassessment. As long as there have been no changes in your condition, your care will continue without any gaps in service. For new CFSS recipients, you will be assessed under the new program …
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In this episode of I’m Disabled… So What?!, Lauren and Heather (she’s back!) take to the skies with Chris Wood MBE — the powerhouse behind Flying Disabled, Air4All, and Rights on Flights. Chris shares his incredible journey from frustrated passenger to leading global advocate for accessible aviation. From campaigning for wheelchair-securement syste…
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Send us a text In today's episode, I sit down with Jason Brown to talk about money, mistakes, and second chances. Jason shares how he once lost a lot of money in the stock market, then learned simple rules to trade smarter and win back his confidence. We talk about living below your means, making a short “sacrifice season,” and building habits that…
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Today's episode is hosted by Troy Njenje Mbanga with guest Hamaam Shire, who is a youth activist, a project worker for Barnardo's, and a member of The Co-operatives UK Youth Advisory Group. To get connected with Hamaam, find him on Instagram and Linkedin. To get connected with Troy, find him on Instagram, on LinkedIn, and on X. To follow along with…
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Yashraj Narang, head of NVIDIA's Seattle Robotics Lab, reveals how the three computer solution—DGX for training, Omniverse and Cosmos for simulation, and Jetson AGX for real-time inference—is transforming modern robotics. From sim-to-real breakthroughs to humanoid intelligence, discover how NVIDIA's full-stack approach is making robots more adaptiv…
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Season 4 Episode 18 - Trauma Healing Learning: Invaluable Wisdom and Integration with Amy Fox In today’s episode, Amy Elizabeth Fox, the founder and CEO of Mobius Executive Leadership, offers a wealth of invaluable insights on why personal trauma healing is essential for leaders. With a rich background spanning senior leadership consultancy, public…
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Send us a text In this episode, I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes look at the next big steps in my book journey! I share the exciting news that editing is officially complete and my book is now in production. I also talk about exploring audiobook editing, why I’m publishing in both regular and dyslexic-friendly fonts, and how YOU can be part of my…
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At 12 years old, Rina had never heard of leprosy when she was diagnosed with it. Diagnosis is a complicated process and the medical journey to a cure takes a long time. Rina was simply happy to take the medication without really knowing what the disease was about. Is it better to know or not know about the disease you have? Send us a text message t…
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In this episode I am enlisting my podcast audience to help me win the lottery for a chance to go see Paul McCartney at the Santa Barbara Bowl next weekend! Which is why I am publishing it a day early:) Next week I will be back with an interview with Martha Varela. We will discuss the challenges she and her fellow disabled veterans faced traveling h…
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Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@optispanGet Our Newsletter (It's Free): https://www.optispan.life/Many people taking creatine get alarming results on standard kidney function tests, suggesting their kidneys are failing. This video explains why the popular supplement can create a false positive, debunks the myth of kidney damage, …
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In this episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland sits down with Shawn Johnson, founder and executive director of Enhancing Skills for Life, and Mike St. Onge, board chairman and quadruple amputee, to explore the organization’s inspiring mission and impact. Shawn, an occupational therapist with nearly three decades of prosthetic and rehabilit…
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Learning how to care for a blind person requires understanding, patience, and specific skills that promote both independence and safety. The good news is that with the right knowledge and approach, you can help create an environment where a visually impaired person thrives. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the essential aspects of car…
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Today’s episode draws on the grit and determination shown in the Canelo vs. Crawford championship boxing fight. While Crawford’s skills carried him far, his resilience—the ability to keep getting back up, to walk through setbacks, and to prepare for this moment—ultimately made the difference. Connection to Kidney Journeys: That same resilience mirr…
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