Everything You Know About Disability is Wrong Podcast
Everything You Know About Disability is Wrong is a podcast for the disability community by the disability community, hosted by two disabled women.
About the Podcast
Everything You Know about Disability is Wrong with hosts Erin and Lily provides an authentic exploration about navigating life as a disabled adult. As a disability podcast for and by the disability community, conversations feature disabled leaders, advocates, and content creators while challenging assumptions and stigma, but don’t get it twisted. This podcast is not for your inspiration! Erin and Lily bring thoughtful honesty and witty humor to complex topics that are often misunderstood. Tune in to Everything You Know about Disability is Wrong even if you don’t have a disability. You will definitely learn a thing or two!
Episode Show Notes & Transcripts
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PodcastEpisode 35: Entrepreneurship, Education, and Knowing Your Value with Onyinye Udokporo
Onyinye Udokporo explores UK vs US disability cultures, highlighting accessibility, neurodivergence, and the power of language. -
PodcastEpisode 34: The Power of Gaming: Richard Jacobs on Community, Competition, and Personal Empowerment
Richard Jacobs of QuadGods shares his journey of resilience, gaming's impact, and overcoming misconceptions as a disabled gamer. -
PodcastEpisode 33: The Advocacy Power of Humor: Steven Verdile and The Squeaky Wheel
Steven Verdile explores satire's role in advocacy, highlighting disability issues and ensuring writer safety. -
PodcastEpisode 32: Annie Segarra on Medical Gaslighting and EDS
Annie Segarra's journey with EDS fuels her advocacy for disability rights and body positivity. Learn about her powerful story. -
PodcastEpisode 31: Just Between Us: All I Want is Real Portrayals in Film
Join the hosts as they discuss authentic storytelling, representation, and disability in media. -
PodcastEpisode 30: Advocacy and Identity: Madison Tevlin’s Creative Journey
Madison Tevlin (she/her) is an actor, Host, Model, and Advocate. She is known for her impactful work in the "Assume That I Can" campaign for World Down Syndrome Day and her role in "Champions" alongside Woody Harrelson. -
PodcastEpisode 29: Pamela Schuller on Mastering the Balance between Vulnerability, Comedy, and Advocacy
Pamela Schuller is a passionate disability advocate and stand-up comedian. Pamela shares her journey with Tourette syndrome and how humor has helped her tackle tough conversations about disabilities. -
PodcastEpisode 28: Creative Ideas, Personal Brands, and the Workplace with Rachel Lowenstein
Rachel Lowenstein (she/her), Founder and Culture Expert at Rachel Lowenstein Consulting and Divergent Convergent, explains why “accessibility isn’t just a feature.” -
PodcastEpisode 27: Finding Balance and Owning Your Story with Jennifer Gasner
Jennifer Gasner, author and disability activist, explores the importance of supportive workplaces, the power of telling your own story, and addressing misconceptions about disability. -
PodcastEpisode 26: Amplifying Autistic Voices: Lauren Melissa Ellzey on writing, Autistic representation, and self-advocacy
Author and Activist, Lauren Melissa (she/her), shares a powerful story of resilience and creativity. Diagnosed with autism in her twenties, Lauren Melissa turned the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic into an opportunity, hand-writing a novel that was later accepted by Bold Strokes Books. -
PodcastEpisode 25: 19-Year-Old Filmmaker, Artist, and College Sophomore
Oliver discusses his approach to authenticity in both his work and personal life. He shares insights on his short film "Read a Page," his journey as a young artist, and how he navigates the perceptions of others. -
Podcast
Episode 24: Just Between Us: Understanding Disability Through Community, Books, and Shared Experiences
Your co-hosts Erin & Lily have a special in-person segment for the first time ever on the podcast. Listen for Erin’s evolving relationship with pizza and Lily’s dive into the world of fantasy books, including some great disability representation in certain titles!
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