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Episode 17: Model, Actor, and CEO: A Conversation with Lolo Spencer
Erin and Lily chat with actor, model, content creator, and CEO of the lifestyle brand Live Solo, Lolo Spencer (she/her). Known for her advocacy efforts in changing the narrative around disability, Lolo shares her incredible journey and vision for a fair world. -
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Episode 16: Changing Expectations Through Comedy with Tina Friml
Tina Friml (she/her), a New York-based comedian, shares her unique experiences navigating the comedy scene. We'll explore the misconceptions about disabilities, the role of humor and radical self-acceptance, and turning casual ableism into comedy gold. -
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Episode 13: Gaelynn Lea
Join our hosts, Lily Newton and Erin Hawley, as they sit down with the riveting Gaelynn Lea (she/her), whose voice and violin strings resonate with the force of change, challenging our perceptions of ability and accessibility. -
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Episode 12: Jameela Jamil
In this exciting episode, Jameela Jamil (she/her), actress, activist, and television host, shares how she began to understand her own disability while navigating the entertainment industry. We're working through shame, making our own rules, and creating welcoming spaces together to break barriers. Are you in? -
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Episode 11: Lachi
Erin and Lily are joined by award-winning recording artist, Youtuber and disability advocate Lachi (she/her). Lachi talks about her work in the music industry and the nuances of disability as it relates to trauma, class, race, and gender. -
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Episode 9: Jillian Mercado
As a fashion model, actress, and disability rights advocate, Jillian Mercado (she/her) has a lot going on! Throughout her career, she has encountered comments from strangers about her disability. Learn about how she became inspired by those experiences to create safe, welcoming spaces on social media. -
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Episode 8: Lindsey Rowe Parker
Lindsey Rowe Parker (she/her), author of the children’s book, “Wiggles, Stomps, and Squeezes Calm My Jitters Down,” joins the podcast to discuss why disability representation is important in children's literature. -
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Episode 7: Kaelynn Partlow
Kaelynn Partlow (she/her), Autistic advocate and Senior Therapist at Project Hope Foundation, Inc., was featured on the Netflix series called, “Love on the Spectrum.” She joins hosts Erin and Lily to chat about autism, social media advocacy, and more! -
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Episode 6: Vilissa Thompson
In this episode, we talk about disability pride with Vilissa Thompson (she/her), who is celebrating the 10 year anniversary of her work! -
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Balancing Act: Managing Caregiver Responsibilities and Self-Care
Avoid caregiver exhaustion and improve your well-being with tips for sharing decision-making, meeting your needs, and involving others. -
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Mental Health Screening Tool
This free, anonymous screening is an easy way to gain clarity about your mental health. -
Easterseals Senate Testimony: Disabled People Shouldn’t Have to Choose Between Work and Social Security Disability Benefits
Easterseals CEO urges Senate to reform Social Security programs, removing barriers that discourage people with disabilities from meaningful work and independence.
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