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There's a lot of concern about what's going on politically right now and its impact on people with disabilities. It can seem daunting, a set-back and a reason to give up instead we must come together to figure out why these issues exist and have those uncomfortable conversations to help each other find the way forward!In this episode, we talk with Dwayne Robertson about his journey to become the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategist for YPO (Young Presidents' Organization), we unpack some of ideas about the impacts of recent political developments and talk about how we might move forward! Join us for this insightful discussion.___LINKSYoung Presidents' Organization Website - https://www.Ypo.Org/Dwayne's LinkedIn Page - https://www.LinkedIn.com/in/dwayne-robertson/#disability #m4gAdvocacyMedia #advocacy #Journeys #podcast #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion #Belonging #DEIB #PublicHealth #progress #GrowingPains #fear #GenerationalPower #Change #Division #courage __COLLABORATIONS & WAYS YOU CAN HELP:At M4G Advocacy Media, we are proud to be global advisors of Billion Strong (https://billion-strong.org) who are connecting and empowering the global community of over 1.3 billion people with disabilities! #RuhGlobalIMPACT #WeAreBillionStrong #BillionStrong #BillionStrongGlobalAdvisors #BillionStrongPartners #AXSChat #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityConfident___We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accesiBe ___Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.comFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymediaJoin our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymediaFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymediaSubscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymediaPick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/Be an ally also by understanding and supporting us, as we support the disability community: https://givesendgo.com/G9E6TAdditionally, you can help by buying us a coffee or tea: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmarkWE ARE SO GRATEFUL FOR YOUR SUPPORT, THANK YOU! TOGETHER WE CAN CREATE AN INCLUSIVE WORLD FOR HUMANITY ❤️ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

Join us for an in-depth discussion with the Executive Director of Diversity Includes Disability - Eman Rimawi-Doster. We dive into the difficult yet necessary parallels dealing with humanity, the election, generational traumas we need to face, as well as the ways in which many marginalized are affected. 00:00   Intro02:26   Eman's Journey07:32   Medical Biases & Access To Care17:17   Looking Within To Find Acceptance & Accessibility21:14   Political Discourse, Idiocracy & Patience28:50   Early Advocating32:09   Poverty Fears37:50   Cognitive Dissonance, Breaking Barriers & Being Intentional51:54   Eman's Contact Info & Upcoming Projects LINKS ___ Eman's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erimawi Eman's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/emanrd_ugc/ #disability #m4gAdvocacyMedia #Journeys #podcast #interview #advocacy #MedicalGaslighting #CognitiveDissonance #Poverty #BreakingBarriers #artist #speaker #writer #Lupus #amputee #sexism #racism #DiversityIncludesDisability #RuhGlobalIMPACT #WeAreBillionStrong #BillionStrong #BillionStrongGlobalAdvisors #BillionStrongPartners #AXSChat #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityConfident ___ COLLABORATIONS & WAYS YOU CAN HELP: At M4G Advocacy Media, we are proud to be global advisors of Billion Strong (https://billion-strong.org) who are connecting and empowering the global community of over 1.3 billion people with disabilities! #RuhGlobalIMPACT #WeAreBillionStrong #BillionStrong #BillionStrongGlobalAdvisors #BillionStrongPartners #AXSChat #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityConfident ___ We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accesiBe ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Be an ally also by understanding and supporting us, as we support the disability community: https://givesendgo.com/G9E6T Additionally, you can help by buying us a coffee or tea: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark WE ARE SO GRATEFUL FOR YOUR SUPPORT, THANK YOU! TOGETHER WE CAN CREATE AN INCLUSIVE WORLD FOR HUMANITY ❤️ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

In this episode, we chat with Anna McIlwain! We had an enlightening conversation about her journey, thriving with a chronic illness and the broken parts of the medical system, sick care, nutrition and much more. Follow our Facebook page to be notified when the episode comes out or visit our website (m4gadvocacymedia.com) for other episodes of Journeys and other resources to help you be more encouraging, educating and empowering to people with all abilities by building healthier relationships and collaborating to help build inclusive cultures. Together we can all make a difference! 00:00   Intro02:05   Anna's Journey25:16   Sick Care System & Nutrition31:31   Positive Mindsets33:42   Unhealthy Emotional Coping40:16   Psychological Gaslighting & How To Know It's Happening47:44   Neuroplasticity49:30   Cinema Therapy & Opportunities For Growth53:20   Honoring Limitations57:57   Culture Differences, Curiosity  & Awareness1:04:38   Medications & Drug Intolerance1:10:47   Medical Gaslighting LINKS___Anna's Healthy Habit Hacks 30+ - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1136414810663650Anna's Website - https://www.healthgoalvictories.com/Anna's Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/anna.mcilwain/Health Goal Victories Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550571783985Anna's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/anna_mcilwainchwc/Health Goal Victories YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/@HealthCoachMinutesAnna's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-mcilwain-6b9a88285/ #disability #m4gAdvocacyMedia  #nutrition #health #nursing #asthma #InvisibleDisabilities #ChronicPain #ChronicIllness #habits #addiction #PsychologicalSafety #neuroplasticity #RealisticGoals #mindfulness #GlobalCommunity #SickCare #RuhGlobalIMPACT #WeAreBillionStrong #BillionStrong #BillionStrongGlobalAdvisors #BillionStrongPartners #AXSChat #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityConfident ___ COLLABORATIONS & WAYS YOU CAN HELP: At M4G Advocacy Media, we are proud to be global advisors of Billion Strong (https://billion-strong.org) who are connecting and empowering the global community of over 1.3 billion people with disabilities! #RuhGlobalIMPACT #WeAreBillionStrong #BillionStrong #BillionStrongGlobalAdvisors #BillionStrongPartners #AXSChat #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityConfident ___ We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accesiBe ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Be an ally also by understanding and supporting us, as we support the disability community: https://givesendgo.com/G9E6T Additionally, you can help by buying us a coffee or tea: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark WE ARE SO GRATEFUL FOR YOUR SUPPORT, THANK YOU! TOGETHER WE CAN CREATE AN INCLUSIVE WORLD FOR HUMANITY ❤️ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

In this episode, we talk with Nellie Galindo about how she's helping by advocating for people with disabilities as an accessible sexual health educator and starting her own sexual health consulting company. 00:00       Intro 01:57        Nellie's Journey 22:24        Inclusivity = Productivity 24:24        Forward Thinkers 28:22        Our Natural Way, Well Being & Therapy 39:13         Teaching Sex Education & Disability 1:03:11      Social Media & Community 1:07:46      Nellie's Upcoming Projects, BeSpoke Trainings & More 1:09:38      Nellie's Contact Info ___ LINKS Nellie's Website - https://www.AccessibleSexualHealth.Com/ Nellie's Facebook - https://www.Facebook.Com/ASHLLC Nellie's Instagram - https://www.Instagram.Com/accessiblesexualhealth/ Nellie's LinkedIn - https://www.LinkedIn.com/in/nellie-galindo-msw-msph-45410068/ ___ COLLABORATIONS & WAYS YOU CAN HELP: At M4G Advocacy Media, we are proud to be global advisors of Billion Strong (https://billion-strong.org) who are connecting and empowering the global community of over 1.3 billion people with disabilities! #RuhGlobalIMPACT #WeAreBillionStrong #BillionStrong #BillionStrongGlobalAdvisors #BillionStrongPartners #AXSChat #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityConfident ___ We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accesiBe ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Be an ally also by understanding and supporting us, as we support the disability community: https://givesendgo.com/G9E6T Additionally, you can help by buying us a coffee or tea: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark WE ARE SO GRATEFUL FOR YOUR SUPPORT, THANK YOU! TOGETHER WE CAN CREATE AN INCLUSIVE WORLD FOR HUMANITY ❤️ #disability #m4gAdvocacyMedia #advocacy #Journeys #podcast #interview #CEO #Founder #DisabilityRights #AccessibleSexualHealth #Anxiety #ADHD #Masking #Neurodivergence #IndependentLiving #RuhGlobalIMPACT #WeAreBillionStrong #BillionStrong #BillionStrongGlobalAdvisors #BillionStrongPartners #AXSChat #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityConfident --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

In this episode, we talk with #writer, #advocate and TBI survivor Brason Lee about his journey, disclosing a disability, psychological safety, his essays and other encouraging work! 00:00 Intro 02:01 Brason's Journey 06:25 Excelling With Perseverance 12:56 Choosing When To Disclose 16:57 Reflections Of A Pediatric Survivor Of A TBI: 42 Years Later 18:27 Sharing Hope And Joy 20:03 Difficulties Are Not Deficits 27:12 New Perspectives 33:30 Psychological Safety, Work & Internships 42:09 Limited Rehabilitation Time 46:50 Memoir: Without A Helmet 51:02 Brason's Contact Info #disability #m4gAdvocacyMedia #advocacy #TBI #ABI #BrainInjury #LearningDisabilites #stigmas #therapy #DifficultiesAreNotDeficits #DisabilityDisclosure #Journeys #podcast #interview #RuhGlobalIMPACT #WeAreBillionStrong #BillionStrong #BillionStrongGlobalAdvisors #BillionStrongPartners #AXSChat #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityConfident _______ Links: Difficulties Are Not Deficits - https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1054139X24003124?dgcid=author Reflections of a Pediatric Survivor of Traumatic Brain Injury: 42 Years Later - https://www.JAHOnline.Org/article/S1054-139X(22)01044-8/fulltext Brain Injury Connector Podcast - https://biamdpodcast.libsyn.com/ Brason's Website - https://www.BrasonLee.Com/ Brason's Email - brason.lee.msw.ms@gmail.com ___ COLLABORATIONS & WAYS YOU CAN HELP: At M4G Advocacy Media, we are proud to be global advisors of Billion Strong (https://billion-strong.org) who are connecting and empowering the global community of over 1.3 billion people with disabilities! #RuhGlobalIMPACT #WeAreBillionStrong #BillionStrong #BillionStrongGlobalAdvisors #BillionStrongPartners #AXSChat #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityConfident ___ We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accesiBe ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Be an ally also by understanding and supporting us, as we support the disability community: https://givesendgo.com/G9E6T Additionally, you can help by buying us a coffee or tea: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark WE ARE SO GRATEFUL FOR YOUR SUPPORT, THANK YOU! TOGETHER WE CAN CREATE AN INCLUSIVE WORLD FOR HUMANITY ❤️ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

In this episode, we'll talk with #advocate and #consultant Constance "Addie" Ray about how she's helping change policy to make the world more #accessible and #inclusive and the ways you can be inclusive too. 00:00 Intro 01:34 Constance's Journey 13:37 Accessible Housing, Business & Access For All 20:55 Partners & Policy Making Program 25:26 Striving For Equality & Accessibility 30:06 Economics, Disability, Myths & Truths 33:19 Unnecessary Policies & Pain 40:36 Diagnostic Requirements & Misinformation 53:09 D.E.I. Pushback & Ignoring The Issues 1:08:09 We Are A Democracy 1:12:19 Strides And Paces Project #disability #m4gAdvocacyMedia #AccessForAll #CP #CerebralPalsy #advocacy #Journeys #podcast #interview #Alabama #MedicalInsurance #DEI #DisabilityDiscrimination #AccessibleHousing #AccessibleBusiness #support #RuhGlobalIMPACT #WeAreBillionStrong #BillionStrong #BillionStrongGlobalAdvisors #BillionStrongPartners #AXSChat #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityConfident ___ LINKS Access For All Website - https://AccessForAllLlc.Com/ Strides & Paces Podcast - https://www.YouTube.com/@AccessForAllStridesAndPaces Facebook Page - https://www.Facebook.Com/AccessForAllADA LinkedIn Page - https://www.LinkedIn.Com/in/constance-ray-23129a232/ Instagram Page - https://www.Instagram.Com/Addie_AccessForAll/ ___ COLLABORATIONS & WAYS YOU CAN HELP: At M4G Advocacy Media, we are proud to be global advisors of Billion Strong (https://billion-strong.org) who are connecting and empowering the global community of over 1.3 billion people with disabilities! #RuhGlobalIMPACT #WeAreBillionStrong #BillionStrong #BillionStrongGlobalAdvisors #BillionStrongPartners #AXSChat #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityConfident ___ We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accesiBe ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Be an ally also by understanding and supporting us, as we support the disability community: https://givesendgo.com/G9E6T Additionally, you can help by buying us a coffee or tea: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark WE ARE SO GRATEFUL FOR YOUR SUPPORT, THANK YOU! TOGETHER WE CAN CREATE AN INCLUSIVE WORLD FOR HUMANITY ❤️ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

In this episode, we'll talk to Disability Equity and Justice #advocate Areta Guthrey about her journey with Bipolar disorder, D.E.I., the legal system, the discrimination and biases faced by much of the disability community... #disability #m4gAdvocacyMedia #equity #advocacy #Journeys #podcast #interview #InvisibleDisability #DemandAvoidance #Bipolar #inclusion #ADA #PsychologicalSafety #DEI #masking #DisabilityDiscrimination #TetralogyOfFallot 00:00 Intro 02:00 Areta's Journey 25:03 Disclosure Choices & Discrimination 35:43 Prison Pipeline, Accommodations & Law 46:12 Business & Access 50:22 A Future Where Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Are Truly Implemented 57:42 Civil Rights, False Progress & New Perspectives 1:04:35 D.E.I., Advocacy & Law Identification 1:13:02 Star Trek & Our Purpose 1:19:44 Unifying Intersectionalities 1:29:20 Psychological Judo 1:31:17 Areta's Website, Projects & Contact Info ___ LINKS Disability Information Network Website - https://DisabInfo.Net/ ___ COLLABORATIONS & WAYS YOU CAN HELP: At M4G Advocacy Media, we are proud to be global advisors of Billion Strong (https://billion-strong.org) who are connecting and empowering the global community of over 1.3 billion people with disabilities! #RuhGlobalIMPACT #WeAreBillionStrong #BillionStrong #BillionStrongGlobalAdvisors #BillionStrongPartners #AXSChat #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityConfident ___ We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accesiBe ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Be an ally also by understanding and supporting us, as we support the disability community: https://givesendgo.com/G9E6T Additionally, you can help by buying us a coffee or tea: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark WE ARE SO GRATEFUL FOR YOUR SUPPORT, THANK YOU! TOGETHER WE CAN CREATE AN INCLUSIVE WORLD FOR HUMANITY ❤️ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

In this episode, we talk with #neurodiversity #advocate Gordon Williams about the challenges imposed by society when living with an invisible disability and his experiences within the education world and working around colleges. #disability #m4gAdvocacyMedia #advocacy #Journeys #podcast #interview #audiobooks #community #accessibility #inclusion #nonprofit #DCMP #TheAudiobookWizard #glaucoma #ADHD #author #narrator #DEI #blind #BlindAndLowVision 00:00 Intro 02:43 Gordon's Journey 21:27 The Value Of Supportive People 27:34 Prime Minister Of The U.K.'s Attack On Disability 30:51 Ableism 33:17 The Documentary, Intrusive Thoughts 35:37 When Know Better, Do Better 43:17 Divisive Titles, Charities & Misinformation 48:14 Mental Health, Our Pets & Creativity 52:24 Changing How We Educate 57:45 Neurodiversity & Masking 1:07:10 Finding The Balance 1:17:49 Technology & Gordon's Website: Neurologically Challenged 1:20:11 Acceptance, Advocacy & Support 1:22:26 Gordon's Projects, Books, NeuroKey, And Contact Info ___ LINKS Neurologically Challenged Website - https://Neurologically-Challenged.Co.Uk/ Neurologically Challenged Facebook Page - https://www.Facebook.Com/neurologicallychallenged NeuroKey Website - https://Neurokey.Co.Uk/ BBC Tourette's Documentary: Teenage Tics - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=70ydMtRfSPc ___ COLLABORATIONS & WAYS YOU CAN HELP: At M4G Advocacy Media, we are proud to be global advisors of Billion Strong (https://billion-strong.org) who are connecting and empowering the global community of over 1.3 billion people with disabilities! #RuhGlobalIMPACT #WeAreBillionStrong #BillionStrong #BillionStrongGlobalAdvisors #BillionStrongPartners #AXSChat #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityConfident ___ We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accesiBe ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Be an ally also by understanding and supporting us, as we support the disability community: https://givesendgo.com/G9E6T Additionally, you can help by buying us a coffee or tea: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark WE ARE SO GRATEFUL FOR YOUR SUPPORT, THANK YOU! TOGETHER WE CAN CREATE AN INCLUSIVE WORLD FOR HUMANITY ❤️ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

In this episode, we talk with the Senior Accessibility Program Manager for Marketing at Indeed, Donna Bungard! We chat about accessible hiring practices, inclusive employment, remote work, Indeed's collaboration with Billion Strong, Donna's own Journey and a whole lot more! #disability #m4gAdvocacyMedia #advocacy #Journeys #podcast #interview #ADHD #LearningDisability #accessibility #inclusion #CulturalChange #NewFramework 00:00 Intro 02:04 Donna's Journey 08:01 Systemic & Cultural Drivers To Encourage An Inclusive Framework 12:31 Conversations & Positive Implementation 14:35 Bridging The Gap 23:19 Recognizing A Paradigm Shift And Advancing Societies 26:41 Rethinking Job Descriptions At Indeed 31:52 The Flexibility In Work 36:12 Ironic Barriers, AI and Mindful Inclusion 50:59 Disability Tax & Integrity 58:57 Indeed & It's Innovative Teams 1:00:47 Understanding Indeed's Purpose 1:02:07 Indeed & Billion Strong Collaborations 1:08:09 Disability Is Dynamic 1:12:48 Intersectionalities And Gaining Momentum 1:13:43 Donna's Contact Info At Indeed ___ LINKS Donna's LinkedIn - https://www.LinkedIn.com/in/donnabungard/ Indeed Website - https://Indeed.Com/ Indeed for Business Facebook Page - https://www.LinkedIn.Com/showcase/indeed-business/ Indeed for Business LinkedIn Page - https://www.Facebook.Com/IndeedforBusiness/ Making Space Website - https://Making-Space.Com/ ___ COLLABORATIONS & WAYS YOU CAN HELP: At M4G Advocacy Media, we are proud to be global advisors of Billion Strong (https://billion-strong.org) who are connecting and empowering the global community of over 1.3 billion people with disabilities! #RuhGlobalIMPACT #WeAreBillionStrong #BillionStrong #BillionStrongGlobalAdvisors #BillionStrongPartners #AXSChat #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityConfident ___ We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accesiBe ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Be an ally also by understanding and supporting us, as we support the disability community: https://givesendgo.com/G9E6T Additionally, you can help by buying us a coffee or tea: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark WE ARE SO GRATEFUL FOR YOUR SUPPORT, THANK YOU! TOGETHER WE CAN CREATE AN INCLUSIVE WORLD FOR HUMANITY ❤️ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

In this episode, we talk with The Audiobook Wizard Richard Rieman about how he advocates for #accessibility and #inclusion by creating children's illustrated audiobooks! #disability #m4gAdvocacyMedia #advocacy #Journeys #podcast #interview #audiobooks #community #accessibility #inclusion #nonprofit #DCMP #TheAudiobookWizard #glaucoma #ADHD #author #narrator #DEI #blind #BlindAndLowVision00:00 Intro 02:30 Richard's Journey 13:40 Audio Descriptions, Sign Language & Captions in E-Books (A Before And After) 20:35 Being Able To Empathize 24:47 Misinterpreting Why Accessibility Is Important 29:33 Illustrated Audiobooks & Library Of Congress 35:56 Recognizing Invisible Challenges 38:36 Finding Resources 41:10 Winnie The Pooh Voice Actors & Engineers 49:49 The Accessible Wonderful Wizard Of Oz 53:47 Illustrated Storybooks by DCMP (The Described And Captioned Media Program) 56:10 Downloadable Braille 1:00:32 Richard's Other Upcoming Projects 1:03:41 Normalizing And Appreciating Differences 1:10:29 Courses On Making Your Book Inclusive 1:12:40 Richard's Websites And Contact Info ___ LINKS Imagination Storybooks - https://ImaginationStorybooks.org/ Described and Captioned Media Program - https://Dcmp.org/ Richard's Website - https://www.TheAudiobookWizard.com/ Winnie the Pooh - The Accessible Version - https://www.Audible.com/pd/Winnie-the-Pooh-Audiobook/B0BT12X186 The Accessible Wonderful Wizard of Oz - https://Youtu.be/LbPkzKS8lIk?si=j_VBW8CaUEaGUgQd Richard's Facebook Page - https://www.Facebook.com/AudiobookWizard Richard's LinkedIn - https://www.LinkedIn.com/in/richardrieman/ Illustrated Audiobooks with the Audiobook Wizard (Richard's Podcast) - https://Podcasters.Spotify.com/pod/show/audiobookwizard The Author's Guide to Audiobook Creation - https://www.amazon.com/Authors-Guide-AudioBook-Creation/dp/0997100206 Get Braille - https://GetBraille.com The Day The Clouds Went Away - https://www.amazon.com/Clouds-Went-Away-Tales-Princessdom/dp/1639390049/ ___ COLLABORATIONS & WAYS YOU CAN HELP: At M4G Advocacy Media, we are proud to be global advisors of Billion Strong (https://billion-strong.org) who are connecting and empowering the global community of over 1.3 billion people with disabilities! #WeAreBillionStrong #BillionStrong #BillionStrongGlobalAdvisors #BillionStrongPartners #AXSChat #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityConfident ___ We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accesiBe ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Be an ally also by understanding and supporting us, as we support the disability community: https://givesendgo.com/G9E6T Additionally, you can help by buying us a coffee or tea: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark WE ARE SO GRATEFUL FOR YOUR SUPPORT, THANK YOU! TOGETHER WE CAN CREATE AN INCLUSIVE WORLD FOR HUMANITY ❤️ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

We talk with Jennifer Gasner on this episode of #Journeys ! Jennifer is an #author and #blogger who talks with us about her journey with Friedreichs Ataxia, accessibility and intersectionality. #disability #m4gAdvocacyMedia #advocacy #Journeys #podcast #interview #FA #FriedreichsAtaxia #community #DisabilityCulture #intersectionality #TheAtaxian00:00 Intro 03:22 My Unexpected Life: Finding Balance Beyond My Diagnosis Book 04:55 Jennifer's Journey 07:58 Very Limited Info & Supports 11:21 Preconceived Notions & Collaboration Towards Change 13:04 Judy Heumann's Hope & Legacy 16:54 Equality, Equity & Privilege 21:16 Power Dynamics 27:20 Disability Representation & Friedreich's Ataxia 31:42 Be Someone's Encouragement & Hope 35:27 More About Jennifer's Book & Contact Info 37:27 Two Disabled Dudes Podcast & The Ataxian Movie ___ LINKS Jennifer's Website - https://JenniferGasner.com/ The Ataxian - https://www.YouTube.com/watch?v=Bi7rF37Gqic Diversability - https://mydiversability.com/ Two Disabled Dudes - https://TwoDisabledDudes.com/ ___ COLLABORATIONS & WAYS YOU CAN HELP: At M4G Advocacy Media, we are proud to be global advisors of Billion Strong (https://billion-strong.org) who are connecting and empowering the global community of over 1.3 billion people with disabilities! #WeAreBillionStrong #BillionStrong #BillionStrongGlobalAdvisors #BillionStrongPartners #AXSChat #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityConfident ___ We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accesiBe ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Be an ally also by understanding and supporting us, as we support the disability community: https://givesendgo.com/G9E6T Additionally, you can help by buying us a coffee or tea: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark WE ARE SO GRATEFUL FOR YOUR SUPPORT, THANK YOU! TOGETHER WE CAN CREATE AN INCLUSIVE WORLD FOR HUMANITY ❤️ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

On this episode of #Journeys we spoke with podcast host and disability advocate Chad Bouton about employment, inclusion, accessibility and so much more! #disability #m4gAdvocacyMedia #advocacy #accessibility #inclusion #Journeys #podcast #interview #podcaster #philanthropist #RetinitisPigmentosa #RP #ASD #autism #TheUnsytedRadio #GuideDogs #BlindAndLowVision #employment #independence #DisabilityDiscrimination #tokenism #masking #AccesssibleGaming #dignoses #CollaborationVsCompetition00:00 Intro 03:00 Chad's Journey 07:49 Finding The Blessings In Adversity 13:46 Encouragement & Paying It Forward 16:02 Paving A New Path 19:38 A New Day, A New Way 22:44 A Humble Understanding 25:22 Lived Experiences and College 27:41 Erasing What Is Uncomfortable 33:46 Discrimination 38:25 Positive Purposes 43:10 Strange New Worlds 48:30 Hitting The Nail On The Head 52:00 Possibilities To Level Up 55:01 Remote Work Excuses 1:00:43 Siloing Data 1:09:29 Traumatic Ableism 1:13:42 Collaboration Over Competition 1:18:43 Truth Tellers & Change Makers 1:24:50 The Unsyted Radio Podcast & Chad's Contact Info ___ LINKS Dogs Inc. (Southeastern Guide Dogs Inc.) - https://DogsInc.Org/ Royal National Institute Of Blind People - https://www.Rnib.Org.Uk/ Feature: How Accessible Are Zelda, Pokémon And Animal Crossing For Blind Gamers? - https://www.NintendoLife.com/features/how-accessible-are-zelda-pokemon-and-animal-crossing-for-blind-gamers Reach out to Chad at chad.m.bouton@gmail.com ___ COLLABORATIONS & WAYS YOU CAN HELP: At M4G Advocacy Media, we are proud to be global advisors of Billion Strong (https://billion-strong.org) who are connecting and empowering the global community of over 1.3 billion people with disabilities! #WeAreBillionStrong #BillionStrong #BillionStrongGlobalAdvisors #BillionStrongPartners #AXSChat #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityConfident ___ We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accesiBe ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Be an ally also by understanding and supporting us, as we support the disability community: https://givesendgo.com/G9E6T Additionally, you can help by buying us a coffee or tea: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark WE ARE SO GRATEFUL FOR YOUR SUPPORT, THANK YOU! ❤️ TOGETHER WE CAN --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

On this episode of #Journeys we'll spoke with writer and travel blogger Kristin Secor! #disability #m4gAdvocacyMedia #advocate #accessibility #inclusion #Journeys #podcast #interview #blogger #writer #MD #MuscularDystrophy #travel #accommodations #UncomfortableConversations #RedefineWork00:00 Intro 02:28 Kristin's Journey 06:41 Connections & Support 08:55 Disability Travel Blogging (USA & International) 14:01 Advocating For & Normalizing Accessible Travels 18:54 Having Uncomfortable Conversations 22:42 Redefining What Work Is 28:19 Making Excuses 32:46 Misinformation & Disability 35:11 Normalizing Accessibility In Every Situation 39:43 Asking Specific Questions 42:26 Disability Travel Tax & Affordability & Passports 50:22 Accessible Travel Support 57:02 World On Wheels Blog & Contact Information ___ LINKS World On Wheels Blog - https://worldonwheelsblog.com/ Accessible Travel Peru - https://accessibletravelperu.com/ Accessible Explorers: an online community for travelers with disabilities - https://www.facebook.com/groups/839448481357947 ___ COLLABORATIONS & WAYS YOU CAN HELP: At M4G Advocacy Media, we are proud to be global advisors of Billion Strong (https://billion-strong.org) who are connecting and empowering the global community of over 1.3 billion people with disabilities! #WeAreBillionStrong #BillionStrong #BillionStrongGlobalAdvisors #BillionStrongPartners #AXSChat #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityConfident ___ We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accesiBe ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Be an ally also by understanding and supporting us, as we support the disability community: https://givesendgo.com/G9E6T Additionally, you can help by buying us a coffee or tea: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark WE ARE SO GRATEFUL FOR YOUR SUPPORT, THANK YOU! ❤️ TOGETHER WE CAN --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

In this episode of #Journeys we spoke to Tanner Gers, #Paralympian and the Managing Director at AccessAbility Officer. Topics of conversation included: accessibility, biases, disability employment and a whole lot more! #disability #m4gAdvocacyMedia #advocate #accessibility #inclusion #speaker #AcquiredDisability #Journeys #podcast #interview #blind #consultant #TeamUSA #stigmas #discrimination #DigitalAccessibility #GenerationalTrauma #bias #BaseballForTheBlind #VocationalRehabilitation 00:00 Intro 02:52 Tanner's Journey 15:05 Making Opportunities (AccessAbility Officer) 19:11 Generational Trauma Shifting 23:11 Baseball For The Blind Explained 29:01 Vocational Rehabilitation 36:54 Post Covid & The Cultural Shift 41:53 LinkedIn And Other Platforms' Accessibility 52:58 Doing What's Beneficial To All Humanity 55:23 Tanner's Contact Info And Upcoming Projects ___ LINKS AccessAbility Officer website - https://accessabilityofficer.com/ American Foundation for the Blind - https://www.afb.org/ Learn more about the Certified AccessAbility Testing (CAT) Program - https://accessabilityofficer.com/individuals All American Dream-Tanner Gers Dartmouth Geisel School of Medicine Martin Luther King Celebration - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ac6Mt5LmFmQ National Beep Baseball Association - https://www.nbba.org/ ___ COLLABORATIONS & WAYS YOU CAN HELP: At M4G Advocacy Media, we are proud to be global advisors of Billion Strong (https://billion-strong.org) who are connecting and empowering the global community of over 1.3 billion people with disabilities! #WeAreBillionStrong #BillionStrong #BillionStrongGlobalAdvisors #BillionStrongPartners #AXSChat #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityConfident ___ We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accesiBe ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Be an ally also by understanding and supporting us, as we support the disability community: https://givesendgo.com/G9E6T Additionally, you can help by buying us a coffee or tea: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark WE ARE SO GRATEFUL FOR YOUR SUPPORT, THANK YOU! ❤️ TOGETHER WE CAN --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

In this episode of #Journeys we spoke with Debra Ruh, the CEO of Ruh Global Impact and co-founder of Billion Strong! #WeAreBillionStrong #BillionStrong #disability #m4gAdvocacyMedia #advocate #accessibility #inclusion #BillionStrongGlobalAdvisors #BillionStrongPartners #AXSChat #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityConfident #speaker #author #entrepreneur #consultant #neurodiversity #ADHD #intersectionality #InternalAbleism #community #podcast #interview #DownSyndrome #Dyslexia 00:00 Intro 02:53 Debra's Journey 08:06 Discerning Who Divides & Who Unites Us All 09:17 Billion Strong (billon-strong.com) #WeAreBillonStrong or #BillionStrong 12:36 A Renewed Interest In Inclusion 14:09 Lloyd's Of London 17:03 Innovations & Disability 18:06 Lived Experiences, Not Assumed Experiences 22:11 Being Community Focused 25:46 Your Purpose, Your Legacy 27:54 Steps To A Better Tomorrow 34:40 A Toxic Society & Why Masking Was Necessary 38:41 Billion Strong's Mission & Being Supportive 41:47 Corporate Posing 43:20 Obvious Inclusivity 45:10 Unprecedented Opportunities & Collaborations 55:56 Identify, Kindness & Acceptance 1:04:15 Stifling Institutions & Conformity 1:08:13 An Evolutionary Process LINKS ___ Debra's Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/debraruh Debra's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/debraruh/ Billion Strong - https://www.billion-strong.org/ Ruh Global Impact - https://www.ruhglobal.com/ Inclusion Branding: Revealing Secrets to Maximize ROI - https://www.ruhglobal.com/inclusion-branding/ AXSChat on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@AxschatCommunity Ruh Global Impact - https://www.youtube.com/@DebraRuhGlobal WAYS YOU CAN HELP ___ Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ At M4G Advocacy Media, we are proud to be global advisors of Billion Strong (https://billion-strong.org) who are connecting and empowering the global community of over 1.3 billion people with disabilities! #WeAreBillionStrong #BillionStrong #BillionStrongGlobalAdvisors #BillionStrongPartners #AXSChat #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityConfident ___ We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accesiBe ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

We talked with accessibility and usability tester Kaare Dehard in this episode of #Journeys ! Our discussion includes Kaare's empowered lived experience, software accessibility, inaccessibility and much more! #disability #m4gAdvocacyMedia #advocate #usability #blind #blindness #accessibility #AccessibilityTesting #UX #biases #inclusion00:00 Intro 02:30 Kaare's Journey 11:53 An Accessible Website vs. A User Friendly Website or Both 17:20 Awareness, Empathy & Legal Process 19:25 Make It Fable 26:41 Being Supportive Rather Than Punitive 30:32 A.R.I.A. (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) Supportive Tools 32:50 D.E.I. (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) Realities 38:54 Building Confidence In Accessibility 40:10 Software & Hardware 44:28 Speech Recognition Software (TOX, Mobile Speak & Dragon) 47:19 Kaare's & Contact Info LINKS ___ Kaare's Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kaare.dehard.7 Kaare's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaare-dehard-238119239/ Fable - https://makeitfable.com/ ARIA Accessibility: The Beginner's Guide to Understanding How it Works - https://blog.hubspot.com/website/aria-accessibility WAYS YOU CAN HELP ___ Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accesiBe ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

In this episode of #Journeys we talk with classroom coach, #speaker, #author and podcast host Cheri Dotterer about education, disability, neurodiversity & spirituality! Also, very joyful birthday wishes to Cheri's mother, Janet! #disability #m4gAdvocacyMedia #advocate #inclusion #neurodiversity #psychology #mom #education #interview #podcast #dyscalculia #dyslexia #LearningDisabilities #Neurofibromatosis #spirituality #humanity 00:00 Intro 04:04 Cheri's Journey 20:48 Intuitive Spirituality 34:02 Teaching Intuitively 42:39 A Hopeful Future For Humanity 46:56 Visual & Spatial Skills 55:19 A Difficult Family Experience 1:02:58 Explaining Spiritual Science & Understanding Our Purpose 1:09:51 Cheri's Contact Info, Books & Projects 1:17:00 Writing Automaticity, Cursive & Finding Grace LINKS ___ Cheri's Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/cheri.dotterer Cheri's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheridotterer/ Cheri's Website - https://www.cheridotterer.com Handwriting Brain-Body DisConnect - https://www.cheridotterer.com/hwbbdbook/ WAYS YOU CAN HELP ___ Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accesiBe ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

In this episode of #Journeys, we chat with Piper Hutson - neuroinclusion advocate, corporate art curator, art history professor and education specialist! #disability #m4gAdvocacyMedia #advocate #inclusion #neurodiversity #psychology #mom #ArtHistory #education #interview #podcast #autism #TBI #CognitiveShutdown #misunderstood #ableism #InternalizedAbleism #DifferentNotDeficient #gaslighting #BreakingStereotypes #DEI #IndividualizedEducationPlan 00:00 Intro 02:28 Piper & Bishop's Journey 07:36 The Challenge Of Unlearning Ableism 10:25 The Neurodiverse And Intersectionality Experiences 13:42 We All See/Hear Through Unique Lenses That Should Connect Us 16:24 Synesthesia Book Research 17:20 Learning To Not Undermine Life Experiences 20:37 Sensory Maps, Opened Resources and Creative Minds 24:39 Intuitive Connections And Physiological Safety 27:15 Investing In Inclusion And True DEI Initiatives 30:49 Assistive Teaching And Individualized Education Plan (IEP) 34:32 Inclusive Neurodiversity Programs 38:40 AI's Lack Of Neurodiverse Knowledge 42:14 Rejection & Societal Expectations in Corporate Culture 50:33 Piper's Projects, Books And Contact Info 55:06 Media Usually Has A Negative Connotation 57:13 Respectful Healthcare = More Connection & Productivity Links ___ Piper's Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/piper.hutson Piper's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/piper-hutson-77829925/ Piper's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@historicallypassionatewith481 Unlearning Ableism - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=62rd0HyZAuU Inclusive Smart Museums: Engaging Neurodiverse Audiences and Enhancing Cultural Heritage - https://amzn.to/4cjg1KI Sensemaking and Neuroaesthetics: Neuroarts and the Spectrum of Neurodiverse Experiences - https://amzn.to/4cfkePL Ways You Can Help ___ Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accesiBe ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

In this episode of Journeys, we talk to author and Theme Park & Museum Scenting Specialist, Liam R. Findlay! #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #author #scenting #accessibility #inclusion #neurodiversity #aromatherapy #psychology #empathy #DoomTownDummies #Achalasia 00:00 Intro 02:19 Liam's Journey With AromaPrime 08:30 Not Taking Our Senses For Granted 10:58 Creative, Immersive & Accessible Attractions 14:02 Individualized Preferences, Needs & Sensory Bookmarks 17:13 Clear Inclusive Media/Event Communication 24:10 Better Experiences 27:20 Liam's Children's Book 32:04 Mistakes & Modern Innovation 35:00 Liam's Personal & AromaPrime Projects 38:02 Our Personal Experiences & Discovering What Works 42:15 Contact Liam Or The AromaPrime Team Links ___ Liam's Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/liam.r.findlay Liam's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-r-findlay/ Liam's Website - https://liamrfindlay.weebly.com/ Aroma Prime's Website - https://aromaprime.com Doom Town Dummies - https://amzn.to/4a01odx Ways You Can Help ___ Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accesiBe ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

In this episode, we talked to individualized home healthcare nurse, Chloe Hammond! 00:00 Intro 01:53 Chloe's Journey 07:44 The Medical Model & Social Model in Healthcare 10:44 No One Is Prepared For An Ableist Society 15:12 Ridding Internalized Ableism 16:00 Business, Airlines & Accessibility 19:58 Being Misunderstood In Chaos 24:27 A More Valuable Process 25:33 Individualized Care 32:00 Stigma, Discrimination & Tokenism 39:59 Hospital/Rehab Experience 43:32 Dismissive Experiences 46:33 Forced To Choose 52:15 DNA, Chemicals, Etc. 56:29 Meet Chloe's Service Dog, Ocho LINKS Chloe's Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/BSStalk Chloe's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/wheelienurse/ Dog A.I.D. - https://dogaid.org.uk/ Radis Community Care - https://radis.co.uk/ ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accesiBe ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #ableism #nursing #podcast #interview #Journeys #EmotionalSupportDogs #tokenism #masking #accessibility --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

Description: Join us as we talk to Kristin Parker - the owner of Lots Of Dots LLC in Texas - about her #journey , #braille and inclusion. 00:00 Journeys Intros 02:35 Kristen's Journey 11:24 Worthy Purpose 18:50 What Are We Doing? 20:37 Seek An Inclusive World 23:23 Helping Others Experience The World Through Braille (Lots Of Dots) 29:50 Making A Difference By Transcriptions 31:32 Good Business Accessibility* 38:59 The Barbie Movie & ASL 42:07 Prioritizing Humanities Needs* 46:22 Gen X Reminiscing: Napster & Flip Phones 49:03 Majority Of Businesses And Human Connection 52:40 No Excuses. The Practicality Of Accessibility 58:07 Creative Innovations And Accessibility 1:07:33 Re-Shaping Cookie Cutters 1:08:52 Being Receptive And Breaking Down Barriers 1:10:32 Division Or Seclusion Was Not The Answer 1:13:34 Forced Isolation And Covid* 1:15:54 The Perfect Storm 1:27:25 Kristen's Contact Info LINKS Kristin's Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kristin.kepford.397 Kristin's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristin-parker-135600179/ More info about ASL Barbie Movie - https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/barbie-with-asl-213013684.html and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYm0plRfzsw Braille Authority Of North America - https://brailleauthority.org/ ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accesiBe ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #accessibility #ally #braille #community #humanity #inclusivity #inclusion #blindness #Journeys #podcast #interview #stigmas #bias #accessibility #misconceptions --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

In this episode, we talked with Mark Blake, the co-founder of Joyfully Different! We discuss becoming an entrepreneur in the disability community, in a world that makes it difficult for us to succeed. LINKS Joyfully Different - https://joyfullydifferent.co/ ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELPBuy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmarkPick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accesiBe ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.comFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymediaJoin our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymediaFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymediaFollow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacySubscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #entrepreneurship #UK #autism #trauma #neurodiversity #masking #ADHD #advocacy #community #podcast #interview --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

We spoke to Melanie Dunn from the Aimee Copeland Foundation on this week's episode of #Journeys ! 00:00 Intro 01:57 Melanie's Journey 17:24 Aimee Copeland Foundation (All-Terrain Georgia) Mobility Freedom 23:18 Expansion Plans For More States - Coming Soon! 24:35 An Action Trackchair Collaboration, Opportunities & More Independence 28:07 Pursuing Adventure, Enjoy Nature 31:26 Adapting, Accommodating & Making Everyone Safe 35:13 National Parks, Disability & How To Take Part 37:57 Melanie's Upcoming Projects LINKS Aimee Copeland Foundation - https://aimeecopelandfoundation.org/ All Terrain Georgia - https://www.allterraingeorgia.org/ Action Trackchair - https://actiontrackchair.com/ ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accesiBe ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #podcast #interview #amputee #anemia #NecrotizingFaciitis #nature #outdoors #hiking #trails #AllTerrainWheelchairs #accessibility #inclusion --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

Setting boundaries is an important skill that everyone needs. It is especially vital for people with this disabilities as we are more likely to be seen as less important or less worthy of respect. In this Episode Of Under The Surface: A Disability Community Roundtable, we discuss Setting Boundaries in the Disability Community with a few of our friends in the community! REFERENCE: https://themighty.com/topic/cerebral-palsy/respect-boundaries-disability/ PLEASE SHARE THIS EVENT! ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gcommunity Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gcommunity Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #UnderTheSurface #SettingBoundaries #respect #newPerspective #community --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

In this episode, we spoke with Annie Streit - the Grassroots Advocacy Manager at the United Spinal Association! 00:00 Intro 02:20 Annie's Journey 12:06 United Spinal Association & Advocacy Network 14:58 Emergency Preparedness 17:27 Meet An Advocate 19:00 Being An Advocate Emissary 19:50 Roll On Capitol Hill 22:17 Support Is Everything 24:14 Action Alerts 27:03 Creating Real Action & Showing True Empathy 31:48 Life Experience Prepares Us 36:32 Equity, Access & Availability 40:45 Care Support Working Group 44:30 Annie's Other Projects And Recap LINKS United Spinal Association - https://unitedspinal.org/ United Spinal Association Advocacy Program - https://unitedspinal.org/advocacy-program/ United Spinal Association Grassroots Advocacy Network Registration Form - https://unitedspinal.org/grassroots-advocacy-network/ United Spinal Association Working Groups - https://unitedspinal.org/working-groups/ United Spinal Association Advocacy Network Facebook Page -https://www.facebook.com/UnitedSpinalAssociationAdvocacyNetwork Annie's Website - https://annieauthorblog.com/ Links to Annie's children's books - https://annieauthorblog.com/childrens-books/ Roll On Capitol Hill - https://unitedspinal.org/roll-on-capitol-hill/ January Care Support Webinar - https://unitedspinal.org/care-support-working-group/ ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accesiBe ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #Journeys #podcast #interview #SCI #SpinalCordInjury #PowerWheelchair #paralysis #teacher #advocacy #ReadyToRoll #author #speaker #nonprofit --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

In this week's episode of #Journeys , we chatted with Solène Anglaret! We talked about #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #neurodiversity and #inclusion 00:00 Intro 02:08 Solène's Journey 05:38 Neurodivergent and Authentic Influence 11:11 The Intersectionality Of It All 21:04 Nothing About Us Without Us, Lived Experiences & Ambition 24:22 Receptive Disability Language, Wordage Empathy 44:31 Unlearning Internalized Ableism 48:03 Solène's Podcast - The Inclusion Conversation 49:34 Solène's Other Projects & Contact Info LINKS Be Beyond Borders - https://bebeyondborders.com/ Be Beyond Borders on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/bebeyondborders/ Be Beyond Borders on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bebeyondborders Be Beyond Borders on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bebeyondborders Solène on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sol%C3%A8ne-anglaret-72302930/ Diversity and Ability in UK - https://diversityandability.com/ The BPD Bunch - https://www.youtube.com/@UC8SzK_BWHE56okyvV4v7ilg The Inclusion Conversation Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjUkcAG7VMGKW6gfqA346-ON3QyHDDg31 ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accesiBe ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #interview #diversity #ADHD #entrepreneur #speaker #intersectionality #language #InternalizedAbleism --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

On today's episode of #Journeys we chatted with Julia Duff - Executive Director of The Spina Bifida Association of New York State ! We talked about #advocacy , #equity and #inclusion. 00:00 Intro 02:08 Julia's Journey 05:55 Being An Ally For Spina Bifida 10:02 Lack Of Basic Care, Support And Opportunities 13:34 Making A Difference, Illuminating Capabilities 15:46 Advocating And Caring About Access 20:04 Real Inclusion - Grace, Patience And Kindness 23:36 October Is Spina Bifida Awareness Month LINKS Spina Bifida Association of New York State - https://www.sbanys.org Strut & Stroll: Fashion For All - https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_p2-5UX5oQVSagWdgQgsBoQ#/registration Spina Bifida Awareness Month - https://mailchi.mp/sbanys.org/sbam2023 Dare to Dream - http://sbanys.org/ndp/arch/d2d/d2d2023/ ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accesiBe ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymedi Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #allies #SpinaBifida #podcast #interview #LittleWins #SBAM2023 #SBANYS #SpinaBifidaAwarenessMonth #RealTruth --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

Today we spoke with Marjorie Aunos in an impactful episode! She talks to us about creating a more #accessible and #inclusive world, society's distorted #narratives , #InternalizedAbleism , and the struggles (and strengths!) of #parents with disabilities. 00:00 Intro 02:44 Marjorie's Journey 20:12 Access To Care In Canada 24:09 Our Children Are Much More Empathetic and Inclusive 32:52 Little Town vs. Big City 35:51 Where Discrimination Lies & Outdated Disability Laws 39:20 Adaptive Parenting With Support 41:00 Inequality Of Resources and Access 46:38 Changing Perspectives & Unlearning Internalized Ableism 51:00 When Indulgence Is Dangerous 53:51 Missing The Important Lessons In Humanity 55:32 Marjorie's book 'Mom On Wheels' And A TED Talk LINKS Marjorie's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/marjorie-aunos-a19a34159/ Marjorie's Website - https://rollfwd.com/ Marjorie's Books - https://rollfwd.com/books/ Marjorie's TEDx talk - https://youtube.com/watch?v=XeYYVz_PH30 Marjorie on YouTube -https://www.youtube.com/c/MarjorieAunos Mom On Wheels - https://ingeniumbooks.com/as3o The Parenting Done Differently podcast - https://cascw.umn.edu/portfolio-items/introduction-to-parenting-done-differently-parents-with-disabilities/ ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmarkPick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accesiBe ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia #disability #m4gadvocacy #SCI #paraplegic #montreal #Canada #parenting #psychology #Journeys #podcast #discussion #IntellectualDisabilities #biases #advocacy #empathy #accessibility #NewPerspective #misconceptions --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

We had a great discussion with Puneet Singhal about his #advocacy initiatives and the challenges he faces doing this work in #India. 00:00 Intro 02:33 Puneet's Journey 06:11 Common Souls, Common Goals 10:00 Resources, Communication & Equal Access 15:22 Complicated Dynamics 16:20 Generational Internalization 18:38 Global Advocacy Network 21:17 Redefining Harmful Narratives And Perceptions 24:04 Building Change And Confidence For A Brighter Future 25:11 A Moral And Ethical Purpose 28:03 A Time To Enjoy Life And Belonging 30:47 Changing Our Focus As A Global Society 37:05 A Confusing Technology Right Now 41:17 Preparing For The Unknown 45:27 Billion Strong 47:41 Solutions In Advocacy LINKS MIT Solve - https://solve.mit.edu/challenges/learning-for-civic-action-challenge/solutions/76366 Billion Strong www.billion-strong.org Global Network of Young Persons with Disabilities - https://gnypwd.org/ SSStart - https://ssstart.org/ ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accesiBe ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #dyslexia #stammer #NewPerspective #equality #GenerationalInternaliaztion #accessibility #intentions #values #impact #humanity #tokenism #CommonSoulsCommonGoals #podcast #interview --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

We had a great chat with Samantha Maxwell and her publisher Allan Longshadow about inclusion, accessibility and barriers faced by people with disabilities. 00:00 Intro 03:29 Samantha's Journey 08:10 Changing Perceptions Together 09:53 Samantha's Book "CP Isn't Me" 11:53 Where Experience And Advocacy Meet Respectfully 14:37 A Collective Journey 15:30 Employers And Disability 21:20 A Very Misguided Hierarchy 23:50 Ethical Representation 25:12 Positive Discussions, Mostly Positive Reponses 27:17 Interesting And Valuable Connections 29:02 Samantha's Upcoming Book 31:49 Advocating Through Resistance With Resilience 36:25 Normalizing Disability In A New Way 41:57 Disability Research 44:30 Relative Equality 45:43 Recap LINKS: CP Isn't Me: https://amzn.to/3PDbUP8 CP Isn't Me Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089898101346 ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accessiBe ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #cpisntme #author #CP #CerebralPalsy #accessibility #equity #employment #barriers #stigmas --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

On this episode of Journeys we talk with advocate, author and caregiver George D. Williams about caring for his autistic son, his books and much more!   00:00   Intro 01:46   George and Nathan's Journey 07:46   Addressing Needs Fairly 13:40   Media's Harmful Portrayal Of Disabilities 16:20   Nathan's Misunderstood Communication and Trying To Help Others Understand 19:00   Tackling Difficult Issues With Research and Discussions 21:57   Addressing Toxic Cycles Through Advocacy And Education  25:31   Comforts, Patience And Determination 26:38   Promote Unity Rather Than Division 28:20   Humanity Has Forgotten Who We Are 33:01   The Hero Complex 34:04   George's Books on Autism 40:28   Positive Analogies 43:02   George's Speaking Engagements On Autism 44:45   Don't Get Caught Up In Terminology 47:22   Communication Is So Important 51:24   Embracing Autism 55:36   Masking Is Not A New Concept 58:40   George's E-book And Audio Book   LINKS: Who Will Care For Them - https://amzn.to/3ZoZij6 Mount Up With Wings - https://amzn.to/3Lxf7hV Misdiagnosed And Misunderstood - https://amzn.to/48kAg90   ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com   ___ We take accessibility seriously at M4G! Our accessibility partner is accessiBe. If you're looking to make your website more accessible (and really you should!), check them out at https://accessiBe.com @accesiBe   ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia   #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #diversity #inclusion #autism #parenting #advocacy #author #stigmas #humanity #NoMoreIsms #allies #BuildingABetterWorld  #inclusion #shame #masking   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

Join us as we talk with Nicole Smith about her parenting journey as a caregiver for her daughter. We discussed navigating the medical system as a parent of a child with a disability. We talked about society's prejudices in general and much more! 00:00 Intro 02:14 Nicole's Journey 13:00 Lessons We Are Missing 15:58 The Joy & Honor Of Raising A Child With A Disability 19:24 Teaching And Learning 21:24 Cultures Create Disparities And Value With Hierarchy 27:17 Advocating For Their Needs 32:00 An Opportunity To Thrive 33:12 Aging Out Of The Support Within The School System 34:58 Person-centric Instead Of Program-centric Approach 39:00 Cosette's Beach Experience And Encouraging Her Individuality 41:44 Setting Kids Up To Be Their Best - Despite Differences or Abilities 43:52 Explaining A System That Is Toxic 48:07 Follow The Money 52:25 Trusting And Following Your Instincts 54:30 Discerning Who Respects Our Value 1:01:05 Human Rights & Dignity Defense 1:03:11 Pro Dignity, No Doubt Podcast 1:05:50 Honest Stories Bring Humanity, Encouragement & Love 1:06:11 Outdated Terms And Funny Memories 1:08:39 Technological Advancements And Communication 1:17:15 Resources For A Better Tomorrow LINKS: Nicole on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NicoleMYSmith Nicole on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nicolemysmith/ Pro Dignity, No Doubt Podcast - https://www.dignitydefense.org/pro-dignity-no-doubt Dignity Defense - https://www.dignitydefense.org/ ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #parenting #CP #CerebralPalsy #DignityDefense #nonprofit #podcast #interview #humanity #labels #equality #accessibility #advocacy --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

We had a great discussion with Simon Manda - Editor of ThisABILITY newspaper. He share some insights us and news about the disability community in South Africa! 00:00 Intro 02:19 Simon's Journey 03:35 ThisABILITY Newspaper Is Born! 05:37 Growth & Economic Impact 09:25 Media Representation & FAME Week 15:42 Progressive Inclusion Realities 20:00 South African Tokenism Is Called Fronting 22:53 Intersectionality Of Us All & Advocating For A Better Future 28:28 Seeing The Possibilities And Making A Difference 32:02 Collaborative Creativity Networks 35:46 Impactful Laws Of Worldwide Equality & Equity 43:47 Issues of Poverty, Education & Affordability Disparities 49:12 Pay It Forward Mentality 59:03 Positive Initiatives Lead To Positive Impact 1:01:38 AccessAbilities Of Dubai 1:04:30 A Collective Advocacy Hope LINKS: ThisAbility's website: https://www.thisability.co.za/ AccessAbility's website: https://accessabilitiesexpo.com/ ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gcommunity Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #ThisAbility #SouthAfrica #OnlineNewspaper #founder #NonProfit #PositiveNarratives #empowerment #inclusion #equity #podcast #interview #Journeys #JoinHands #PeopleOfDetermination --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

In this Episode Of Under The Surface: A Disability Community Roundtable, we discuss authenticity and the necessity for us to face our challenges and embrace them to move forward. PLEASE SHARE THIS EVENT! LINKS: https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/basics/authenticity ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gcommunity Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gcommunity Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #UnderTheSurface #authenticity #realness #faceItAndEmbraceIt #newPerspective #community --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

We talked to one of our favorite guests, Lisa Louis to get updates on life and break down some important topics!   00:00   Intro 02:40   Lisa's Update Journey 10:27   Love And Patience To Meet People Where They Are 17:57  Hikingautism.com- Supportive, Social Hikes 21:21   Facing Overwhelming Activities 22:16   Optimistic Appreciation 26:38   Giving Others Grace To Understand  28:52   A Forgotten Pandemic 30:58   A World Of Supports 37:48   Awareness To All Disability Issues 43:03  #ActuallyAutistic, Neurodivergent Labels 59:06   Masking 1:04:46  Communication On Any Level Is Loving 1:07:02   Passing On That Masking (Continued) 1:12:15   All Neurodivergent People Are Amazing In Their Own Way 1:16:22  Humanity, Humility And Honesty    LINKS: Lisa's Website: https://www.hikingautism.com   ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark   Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/   Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com   ___   Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com   Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia   Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gcommunity   Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia   Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy   Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia   #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #allies #Autism #HikingAutism #California #podcast #interview #JourneysGuestUpdates #humanity #pandemic --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

We talked to Lya Badgley about her book The Foreigner's Confession! Contribute to the conversation by leaving a comment. 00:00 Intro 02:18 Lya's Journey 13:52 An Outlet of Hope and Encouragement 16:54 The Influence Of Media 18:00 Generational Biases 21:04 Blessings In Disguise 26:21 Ability, Disability And Redefining Terms 31:12 Language Shows Us Who We Are And Teaches Us Who We Have Been 32:57 Handicapped History 34:27 Language And Expression Is Very Powerful 38:50 Lya's New Book: The Foreigner's Confession 42:27 Coming Out Soon: The Worth Of A Ruby 42:58 Conflict Zones and Trauma 43:42 Ableism, Racism, Sexism, Etc. 47:14 Opportunities And Unapologetic Dialog 48:12 Seeing The Gifts Through Pain LINKS: Lya's website: http://www.lyabadgley.com/ Foreigner's Confession: https://lyabadgley.com/the-foreigners-confession.html Lya's Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/lyabadgleyauthor Lya's Instagram page: http://www.instagram.com/lyabadgleyauthor ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gcommunity Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #podcast #interview #humanity #MS #MultipleSclerosis #writer #author #TheForeignersConfession --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

In this Episode Of Under The Surface: A Disability Community Roundtable, we discuss resilience and ways in which we can persevere in hard times. PLEASE SHARE THIS EVENT! ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gcommunity Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gcommunity Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe8ndaB-tTTUpS42TIXec6g #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #UndertheSurface #resilience #adversity #newperspective #community --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

Join us as we re-connect with one of our favorite guests, Ann Crowe! 00:00 Intro 04:12 Ann's Update With Rock Steady Boxing 08:28 Adapting and Re-adapting 10:05 Finding Blessings In The Midst Of Change and Fear 11:35 A Connected Labyrinth of Journeys 12:50 Identifying Your Purpose Through Self-Acceptance 17:00 Humor In Disastrous Anxiety 18:52 Helping Others Discover Their Purpose Too 22:02 Voices Of Hope 25:01 Confidence = Real Humanity & Fun! 27:10 Lost & Found Benefits Of Friends Who Show Up 28:23 Generational Realizations 30:33 Seeing The Joy and Encouraging It 36:25 Reshaping Internalized Behaviors 40:14 Appreciating Where You Are Now 42:40 Valuable Lessons, A Story Of Hope, Courage And Being Authentic 46:24 Spoons, Sailors & A Tool Box 57:46 Adding To And Adapting Your Own Tool Box 1:02:07 Aging And Becoming Disabled 1:04:45 Life's Shared Connections LINKS: Rock Steady Boxing: https://rocksteadyboxing.org/find-a-class/ Labyrinth: https://www.labyrinthcompany.com/ ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gcommunity Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #humanity #anxiety #boxing #PD #parkinsons --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

Listen to the great conversation that Krystal and I had with Adam David Jones who's doing some great work to make the world safer for everyone! 00:00 Intro 02:19 Adam's Journey 13:57 A Solution To Protect 16:45 Cutting Through Biases 19:57 AI Arguments & Self Regulation 21:27 Discerning Who Will Use AI In Positive Ways For All Of Humanity 23:21 AI And Emergency Services 24:00 Zeer Safe 27:31 Disability & Entrepreneurship 31:25 Community With Synchronicity 32:30 Building Our Own Opportunities 38:38 When Preparation Meets Opportunity Through Acting 41:37 Adam/Zeer Website & Contact Info 44:42 Building Connections, Finding Honest Investors 47:21 Encourage. Educate. Empower! LINKS: Adam's Website: https://www.adamdavidjones.com Zeer Safe's Website: https://www.zeersafe.com Brandon's Project: https://xrnavigation.io/ Remarkable: https://remarkable.org/ 2gether International: https://www.2gether-international.org/ ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gcommunity Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #technology #justice #actor #entrepreneur #TBI --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

This is Part 2 - a continuation of the discussion we started with Sheldon Lewis. In this part, we talk more accessibility and the work he's doing with accessiBe! 01:44 Finding Your Circle Of Support 05:14 A World Of Honest Inclusion 08:36 Accessibe's Mission And Valuable Inclusivity Resources 15:19 Accessibe's Non-Profit Partnership Program 16:06 A Reason To Have Hope! 17:39 Accessibe's Products and Services Going Forward- The Roadmap 26:04 Adapting To Circumstances And Being Inspirational LINKS: Link to Part 1: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/d1exBfCu8Ab Sheldon on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/websiteaccessibilityfornpo accessiBe's website: https://accessibe.com/ accessiBe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@accessiBe accessiBe on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/accessibe ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gcommunity Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #accessibility #inclusion #blindandlowvision #Montreal #choroideremia #accessibe #inclusiontechnology --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

This is Part 1 of a great conversation that we had with Sheldon Lewis about his journey, accessibility and more! 00:00 Intro 02:25 Sheldon's Journey 29:18 A Receptive Generation & Forging A Path Of Acceptance 32:33 Similar Experiences & Equality 34:13 Hidden Hope 35:53 Unintended Consequences 39:05 Outside Reactions To Disability 41:49 Finding Your Circle Of Support LINKS: Sheldon on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/websiteaccessibilityfornpo accessiBe's website: https://accessibe.com/ accessiBe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@accessiBe accessiBe on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/accessibe ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gcommunity Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #accessibility #inclusion #blindandlowvision #Montreal #choroideremia #accessibe #inclusiontechnology --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

In this Episode Of Under The Surface: A Disability Community Roundtable, we discuss courage! PLEASE SHARE THIS EVENT! ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gcommunity Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gcommunity Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/@m4gadvocacymedia #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #UndertheSurface #courage #innerstrength #inclusion #newperspective #community #advocacy --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

We talked in-depth with Michael Hingson - Chief Vison Officer at accessiBe - about accessibility, inclusion and how he turns perceived weaknesses into strengths! 00:00 Intro 03:13 Mike's Journey 14:00 A Disability Unknown 16:04 Humble Beginnings of PC Based CAD 17:00 A Drastic Change of Plans on 9/11/2001 20:18 Understanding Safety Measures and Routes 21:05 Becoming A Keynote Public Speaker And Ira 23:12 An Unlimited World Found With accessiBe 24:04 Working with accessiBe and Starting a Podcast 26:04 Terminology Is Evolving, Negative Connotations 32:53 Disability Characteristics 34:16 Quit Justifying Negative Stigmas 36:00 Turning A Perceived Liability Into An Asset 39:39 Valued Accessibility = A Better World 41:45 accessiBe Explained 49:24 A Welcomed Collaboration 52:50 Frontiers Of Accessibility 55:41 The Artificial Intelligence (AI) Advantages In Accessibility 59:35 Unapologetic Advancement 1:02:03 Don't Repeat History, Do Your Research 1:04:28 Mike's Website & Contact Info LINKS: Michael's Website - www.michaelhingson.com Michael's Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/michael.hingson.author.speaker/ AccessiBe's Website - www.accessibe.com Michael's E-Book - www.blindedbyfear.net Unstoppable Mindset Podcast - https://michaelhingson.com/welcome-to-unstoppable-mindset-podcast/ National Federation of the Blind - https://nfb.org/ Running with Roselle - https://amzn.to/3owD6pd ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gcommunity Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #inclusion #diversity #accessibility #blindness #lowvision #author #speaker #accessiBe #BlindedByFear #change #newperspectives --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

Krystal and I got to speak with Daniel Hodges, one of the founders of the Peaces of Me Foundation, about his journey, inclusion and a whole lot more! 00:00 Intro 02:30 Daniel's Journey 15:03 Shifting The Paradigm 18:35 Meet People Where They Are At 21:16 Greater Access = Greater Opportunities For Advancements 22:30 Overcoming The Fear And Embracing Change 24:46 Breaking Stigmas With Honest Dialog 26:20 About Daniel's Peaces Of Me Organization 30:00 Integration With The Disability Community 32:37 Myths, Lies and Just Innocent Ignorance 35:31 Vocational Rehabilitation Is Ableist and Harmful 39:02 Valuable Resources and Support Systems Are Needed 41:57 All Of Humanity Is Designed To Be Interdependent 44:18 Abled & Disabled Supports 45:00 Daniel's Projects And Contact Info 49:18 Thriving Successfully Despite Barriers 52:28 Hope & Inspiration LINKS: LINKS: Daniel's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-hodges-jd Peaces of Me website: https://peacesofme.org/ Peaces of Me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PeacesOfMeFoundation/ Peaces of Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peacesofmefoundation Peaces of Me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PeacesofMeFdn ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gcommunity Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@m4gadvocacymedia #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #inclusion #diversity #ehlersdanlossyndrome #EDS #blind #PeacesOfMe #RetinitisPigmentosa #turningpoint #accessibility #DisabilityDiscrimination #newperceptions #brokensystems #changingattitudes #collaboration #community --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

We spoke with Victoria Moore who created the Tap For All dance program to create more inclusion for people with disabilities! 00:00 Intro 02:42 Victoria's Journey 07:03 A New Journey For Dance 08:53 Beautiful Ability Within A Disability 10:38 Adapting Choreography 12:00 'Peg Leg' Bates, Gene Kelly & Donald O'Connor 15:17 Tap Gloves & Educating For Tap For All! 17:58 Presentation At Abilities Expo 19:55 Bridging The Gap 21:04 Covid's Awkward Positives 23:28 Finding Hope After Discrimination 28:04 Familiar Surroundings 29:01 Communication & Interpretation Through Tap 31:56 Finding Your Joy, Your Purpose 36:30 Changing The Perspective 37:25 Memory Care & The Power Of Music 41:22 Giving Access To Shine 41:55 Explaining The Tap For All Program And Mini Classes 44:45 How To Get Your Own Tap Gloves 46:07 Getting Others On Board 46:35 Victoria's Website, Book And More 47:17 What Rules? 48:14 Disability Resources 50:17 Disability Research & Reviews 53:00 Actual Change, Actual Engagement 55:03 A Double Edge Sword That Requires Creative Minds 56:20 Different Disparities 1:00:03 Victoria's Contact Recap LINKS: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victoriamooretapdance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoriamooretapofficial/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-moore-4b560945/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/vmoore_tap Website: https://www.victoriamooretap.com/ Clayton "Peg Leg" Bates - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hayM4B7hcBQ Gene Kelly & Donald O'Connor Sitting Tap Routine - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fnFiqRiZh1s ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gcommunity Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe8ndaB-tTTUpS42TIXec6g #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #TapDanceForAll #dance #inclusion #adaptability #allies --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

Krystal and I had a great talk with Katie Mazeika about her journey navigating the world of disability and book publishing. 00:00 Intro 01:24 Katie's Journey 13:54 Art Portfolio of Authors 15:47 Agents and M.A.T.S. (Make Art That Sells) 17:50 The New Path Beginning With 'Annette' 20:15 Another Perspective Opens Doors 22:41 Helping Kids Build Confidence and Empathy 24:25 Joni Eareckson Tada 26:10 Helping Kids Understand Disability In A Positive Way 28:30 Building Empathic Future Generations 30:35 Break The Cycle 33:43 Open Minded Publishers 36:00 Foundational Influences 37:45 All Of Katie's Books 42:25 The Gift Of Perspective 45:00 Edelweiss 46:20 Personal Upcoming Projects 48:57 Explaining Sears Honor Built Houses 54:35 Monopolizing, Now It's Quantity over Quality 59:35 Discerning The Truth 1:01:29 Katie's Contact Info & Website & Other Resources LINKS: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kdmazart Twitter: https://twitter.com/kdmaz Website: https://www.katiemazeika.com/ Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators - https://www.scbwi.org/ Make Art That Sells - https://makeartthatsells.com/ Edelweiss - https://www.edelweiss.plus/ ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gcommunity Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe8ndaB-tTTUpS42TIXec6g #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #illustrator #cancer #rhabdomyosarcoma #artist #osteomyelitis #epilepsy #ADHD --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

In this Episode Of Under The Surface: A Disability Community Roundtable, we discuss hope and grace and ways in which we can maintain those values in uncertain times. PLEASE SHARE THIS EVENT! ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gcommunity Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gcommunity Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe8ndaB-tTTUpS42TIXec6g #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #UndertheSurface #hope #grace #uncertainty #newperspective #community --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

This is Part 2 - a continuation of the discussion we had with John Morris. In this part, we talk more about disability advocacy, the systems that hold us back and the projects that he's working on. 00:00 Intro 01:44 Continued from last time on Journeys 02:14 Diversified Approach 04:00 Travel Accommodations 07:27 Disability Terminology Debate 11:57 Medical vs. Social Model 13:09 By And For The People??? 17:14 Equal Opportunity 21:18 Just A Formality 22:45 Surface Level Inclusion 27:34 Discussion of Possible Solutions 30:29 Be The Solution Instead of the Problem 34:41 Decisive Action Matters 37:02 Adopting A Renewed Interest With Universal Design 39:00 Denial, Clarity and Philosophy 41:25 Humans Are Innovative Species 42:14 Collective And Collaboritive Hope 44:38 Accessible Travel, Advocacy and Infrastructure 47:31 Accessibility and Airlines 53:24 Many Travel Options 56:25 Gaining Allies With Similar Goals 58:54 John's Contact Info and Accessible Travel Website LINKS: Website: https://wheelchairtravel.org/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/wheelchairtravel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wheelchairtravel Twitter: https://twitter.com/wctravelorg ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gcommunity Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe8ndaB-tTTUpS42TIXec6g #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #blogger #travel #amputee #acquireddisability #speaker #advocate --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

This is Part 1 of a great conversation that we had with John Morris about his journey, disability advocacy and more! 0:00 Intro 2:35 John's Journey 11:24 Wheelchair Travel's Humble Beginnings 13:02 Living In A Non-Disabled Bubble 14:38 Sharing the Message of Inclusion and Recognition 17:34 Humanity and Healthy Co-dependency 19:48 The Potential That Exists 22:00 Impactful Opportunities 23:34 Prosperity, Peace and Your Legacy 26:35 We Are All Teachers and Students of This World 28:10 Travel Blessings 30:39 Unlikely Interactions 35:53 New Perspectives Restructured 43:01 Sharing Inside Intent 44:24 Discerning Where The Actual Toxicity Lies 46:06 Equality vs. Equity 50:00 A New Approach 51:06 Surface Level Initiatives 54:29 Removing Most Toxic Biases 55:02 A True Self Assessment 58:37 Join us next week for Part 2 of John's Journey! LINKS: Website: https://wheelchairtravel.org/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/wheelchairtravel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wheelchairtravel Twitter: https://twitter.com/wctravelorg ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gcommunity Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe8ndaB-tTTUpS42TIXec6g #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #blogger #travel #amputee #acquireddisability #speaker #advocate --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

We had an amazing and heartfelt conversation with Penny Melville-Brown about her journey through life! 00:00 Intro 03:34 Penny's Journey 13:00 'Living With Disability' book/Work For Yourself Program 15:12 Multigenerational negative impacts 19:15 Baking Blind Adventures & Recipes 23:13 An Unfortunate Setback 27:00 Pandemic Optimism 28:02 Talking Newspaper Federation of the UK 28:40 Contagious Humility and Kindnesses 29:40 Disconnected Govts. 34:06 Outdated Procedures 37:01 Proper Management With Visible Humanity 45:24 Being Part of the Solution 46:07 Deprivation & Suicide Correlation 50:06 Creative Painting, Ceramics, new hobbies, etc. 53:55 Penny's Book Projects 56:37 Beautiful Visions & Connections 59:22 Penny's website, links and Disability Dynamics 1:00:00 A Moment of Fun 1:02:11 Disability Encouragement LINKS: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bakingblind6744 Website - https://www.pennymelvillebrown.com/ Talking News Federation - https://tnf.org.uk/ A Cook's Tour: Baking Blind Goes Global - https://amzn.to/3KtZt5P ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gcommunity Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe8ndaB-tTTUpS42TIXec6g #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #UK #blindness #baking #bakingblind #uknavy #speaker #author #survivor #disabilitydynamics --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support

Krystal and I spoke with Shai Anbar about his stroke, aphasia, advocacy and his book! 00:00 Intro 01:37 Shai's Journey 20:14 Acquiring Patience and Humility 22:56 Shai's Book 'Goddess Aphasia' 26:26 Misunderstood Aphasia 29:14 Understanding and Support 33:39 Get Out Of Our Way 36:45 Finding Your Peace 39:19 Aphasia Does Not Affect Intellect 43:17 Gifts Others Fail At 45:48 Mental Crutches 50:25 Audio Book Availability 56:11 Stroke Awareness Speaker 59:29 Explaining 'Goddess Aphasia' Title 1:05:39 Finding The 'Goddess Aphasia' Book SHAI'S LINKS: Goddess Aphasia - https://amzn.to/3ZI3Qje ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up for PodMatch at https://podmatch.com/signup/m4gadvocacymedia or email us at accounts@marked4glory.com ___ Check out our website: https://www.m4gadvocacymedia.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m4gadvocacymedia Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/m4gcommunity Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m4gadvocacymedia Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/m4gadvocacy Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe8ndaB-tTTUpS42TIXec6g #disability #m4gadvocacymedia #advocacy #stroke #aphasia #NJ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m4gadvocacymedia/support