Podcasts about disability inclusion

Interviewee: Bassel Shanab, BS is a fourth-year medical student at the Yale School of Medicine.  Interviewer:  Lisa Meeks, PhD, MA, Guest Editor, Academic Medicine Supplement on Disability Inclusion in UME. Description: This episode of Stories Behind the Science sits down with Bassel Shanab (Yale School of Medicine), co-first author of “The Intersection of Disability, Race, Ethnicity, and Financial Background on Food Insecurity Among Medical Students,” part of the Academic Medicine supplement on Disability Inclusion in UME. We move beyond prevalence rates to the lived realities behind them—and why hunger so often hides in plain sight in elite training environments. Bassel shares the personal experiences that shaped his questions, the multi-institutional data that sharpened the answers, and the practical moves any school can make now: screen routinely, get cost-of-living estimates right, normalize help-seeking, and invest in evidence-based campus supports. Along the way, we talk flourishing (not just “fixing”), student-led research networks, and why transparency beats stigma every time. Whether you're a dean, DRP, faculty member, or student, this conversation offers a humane roadmap from surviving to thriving. Links to the open-access article, and related tools are in the show notes. Transcript:  https://docs.google.com/document/d/184LJqvcAgHGmpHyOcaxOxRw4yetR7qrGPPin0HDX7i4/edit?usp=sharing   Bios:   Bassel Shanab, BS is a fourth-year medical student at the Yale School of Medicine. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences and Global Health Studies from Northwestern University, graduating with distinction. His academic interests include medical education, cardiovascular health, social determinants of health, and health policy. Key Words:   Food insecurity Medical students Disability Race and ethnicity Underrepresented in medicine (URiM) Low-income background Intersectionality Student well-being Academic performance   Resources:  Article from Today's Talk The Intersection of Disability, Race, Ethnicity, and Financial Background on Food Insecurity Among Medical Students   Nguyen, Mytien MS; Shanab, Bassel M.; Khosla, Pavan; Boatright, Dowin MD, MBA, MHS; Chaudhry, Sarwat I. MD; Brandt, Eric J. MD, MHS; Hammad, Nour M. MS; Grob, Karri L. EdD, MA; Brinker, Morgan; Cannon, Caden; Cermack, Katherine; Fathali, Maha; Kincaid, John W.R. MS, MPhil; Ma, Yuxing Emily; Ohno, Yuu MS; Pradeep, Aishwarya; Quintero, Anitza MBA; Raja, Neelufar; Rooney, Brendan L.; Stogniy, Sasha; Smith, Kiara K.; Sun, George; Sunkara, Jahnavi; Tang, Belinda; Rubick, Gabriella VanAken MD; Wang, JiCi MD; Bhagwagar, Sanaea Z.; Luzum, Nathan; Liu, Frank MS; Francis, John S. MD, PhD; Meeks, Lisa M. PhD, MA; Leung, Cindy W. PhD. The Intersection of Disability, Race, Ethnicity, and Financial Background on Food Insecurity Among Medical Students. Academic Medicine 100(10S):p S113-S118, October 2025. | DOI: 10.1097/ACM.0000000000006156   https://journals.lww.com/academicmedicine/fulltext/2025/10001/the_intersection_of_disability,_race,_ethnicity,.12.aspx The Docs With Disabilities Podcast https://www.docswithdisabilities.org/docswithpodcast

In this episode of Cache Up, host Michelle Frechette chats with Joe Dawson, co-founder of WordPress Accessibility Day. They discuss the event's origins, its 24-hour global online format, and the importance of accessibility in web design for people with disabilities and aging users. Joe explains the logistics behind providing live captions, ASL interpretation, and paying speakers. The conversation highlights the volunteer-driven nature of the event, the need for sponsorship, and ongoing efforts to improve both digital and physical accessibility in the WordPress community and beyond.Top Takeaways: The Origins and Growth of WP Accessibility Day: WP Accessibility Day started in 2020 as an online accessibility-focused event and was significantly shaped by the pandemic, which allowed the team to attract international speakers. Founders Joe Dolson, Amber Hinds, and Bet Hannon built a volunteer-run organization that has grown into an annual, fully online 24-hour event, enabling global participation.Commitment to Accessibility for All: The event emphasizes true accessibility, not just compliance. It includes live ASL interpretation, live captions, and translated content (currently in Spanish, French, and other languages), ensuring participants with various disabilities and language backgrounds can fully engage. Accessibility is seen as a benefit for everyone, including those with temporary or situational disabilities.Valuing Contributors and Maintaining a Sustainable Model: WP Accessibility Day pays its speakers and translators to honor their time and expertise, despite being a volunteer-led nonprofit. Sponsorships and donations fund professional captioning, sign language interpreters, Zoom infrastructure, and post-production, balancing high-quality accessibility services with organizational sustainability.Real-World Impact and Awareness: The conversation highlights how accessibility challenges extend beyond the web to physical spaces and everyday life. Joe and Michelle emphasize the importance of listening to feedback from people with disabilities, including temporary ones, and addressing barriers proactively. The event and its materials serve as both an educational resource and a demonstration of inclusive design practices in action.Mentioned Links: WP accessibility dayid24Bet HannonAmber HindsVitaly FriedmanSmashing MagazineJoe A Simpson Jr

In this final segment of Bridget's interview, Roy Samuelson pulls back the curtain on a years-long campaign to get audio description performers formally recognized by the Television Academy, a move that opens the door for blind professionals to take their rightful place at the table. He shares the staggering 180-degree shift from being told “there's nothing we can do” to a full green light, and reveals what happened behind the scenes to make it possible. Roy and Bridget dive into the emotional labor, strategic advocacy, and sometimes frustrating opacity of accessibility progress, including a powerful reflection on the ADNA's wishlist of shows (and how that list is quietly shrinking thanks to unseen efforts and community pressure). They unpack what makes audio description succeed or fail: from clunky synthetic voices to breathtaking human narration, and explore Roy's vision for “Kevin's Way,” a tone that signals to blind audiences that they're in good hands. It's a wide-ranging, emotionally resonant, and eye-opening conversation that challenges how we think about advocacy, allyship, and the evolving role of AI in storytelling. Listen in to hear how change happens, not with one loud speech, but through years of unseen effort, deep collaboration, and a refusal to give up.

Interviewees: Dr. Zoie Sheets, Resident Physician in the Departments of Medicine and Pediatrics at the University of Chicago; and Dr. Nalinda Charnsangavej, Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Residency Program Director at Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin. Interviewer:  Lisa Meeks, PhD, MA, Guest Editor, Academic Medicine Supplement on Disability Inclusion in UME. Description: Preparing to Thrive: Supporting Learners with Disabilities Through the Undergraduate-to-Graduate Medical Education Transition This episode of Stories Behind the Science brings you an intimate conversation with Dr. Zoie Sheets (University of Chicago) and Dr. Nalinda Charnsangavej (Dell Medical School, UT Austin), co-authors of Preparing to Thrive, part of the Academic Medicine supplement on Disability Inclusion in Undergraduate Medical Education. We go beyond the article to uncover the motivations, lived experiences, and research that shaped their scholarship. Together, we explore four critical decision points that can shape the trajectory of disabled medical students as they move from UME to GME: Disclosure decisions Specialty selection Program selection Requesting and utilizing accommodations in residency Zoie and Nalinda share how research, mentorship, and community informed their work, and why bridging this “black box” transition period is essential for cultivating a more inclusive profession. Whether you're a program director, DRP, advisor, or student, this episode offers insights and concrete strategies to ensure learners are not just surviving this pivotal transition—but thriving. Resources and links to the open-access article, Disability Resource Hub, and related tools are in the show notes. Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1h4bh81klK-mfP3grm5LNzmYp-czCEP_haP704aJBekk/edit?usp=sharing Bios:   Nalinda Charnsangavej, MD is Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin where she serves as the pediatric residency program director. She serves as Co-Chair of the Disability in Graduate Medical Education group as part of the Docs with Disabilities Initiative and Co-Chair of the UME to GME Transitions Committee for the Disability Resource Hub -- the result of a collaboration between the ACGME and DWDI. As a program director, she is interested in fostering a healthy and supportive learning environment that promotes physician well-being and resilience. Her current work focuses on the transition from medical school to residency training and how to support learners with disabilities during this critical transition period. Outside of medical education, she enjoys spending time with her family, teaching her children how to cook, and attending Texas Longhorn sporting events. Zoie C. Sheets, MD, MPH is a resident physician in internal medicine and pediatrics (Med/Peds) at the University of Chicago. She is also a leader within the Docs with Disabilities Initiative, serving as Co-Chair of the Disability in Graduate Medical Education group and Co-Chair of the UME to GME Transitions Committee for the creation of a Disability Resource Hub — a collaboration between ACGME and DWDI. She believes deeply that increasing the number of disabled clinicians can transform medical education and practice, for providers and patients alike. Her current research focus centers on how graduate medical education can best support learners with disabilities, particularly during the challenging transition out of UME. In her free time, Zoie loves to read, re-watch too many medical dramas, and play with her two cats!  Key Words:   Disability inclusion Medical education Undergraduate medical education (UME) Graduate medical education (GME) UME–GME transition Disabled medical students Residency accommodations Program director support Disability Resource Professionals (DRPs) Academic Medicine  Resources:  Article from Today's Talk Sheets, Zoie C. MD, MPH; Fausone, Maureen MD, MA; Messman, Anne MD, MHPE; Ortega, Pilar MD, MGM; Ramsay, Jessica MD; Creasman, Megan MD, MA; Charnsangavej, Nalinda MD. Preparing to Thrive: Supporting Learners With Disabilities Through the Undergraduate-to-Graduate Medical Education Transition. Academic Medicine 100(10S):p S161-S165, October 2025. | DOI: 10.1097/ACM.0000000000006136   The Disability Resource Hub from ACGME and DocsWithDisabilities  https://bit.ly/DisabilityResourceHUB_GME   The Docs With Disabilities Podcast https://www.docswithdisabilities.org/docswithpodcast   Docs With Disabilities You Tube, Disability in Graduate Medical Education Videos https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc4XEizXENYw58ptzAgfxBA4q3uLRcmx6   Docs With Disabilities Disability in Graduate Medical Education Working Group https://www.docswithdisabilities.org/digme

Interviewees: Kirsten Brown, PhD Assistant Professor of Health Professions Education at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences; as a short disclaimer, Kirsten's views do not represent the official policy or position of her employer.  Dionna Bidny, MD, MMUS  a first-year resident in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, currently completing her Transitional Year; and Abby Konoposky, PhD Senior Director of Medical Education Research in the Department of Psychiatry at Northwell Health. Interviewer:  Lisa Meeks, PhD, MA, Guest Editor, Academic Medicine Supplement on Disability Inclusion in UME. Description: This episode of Stories Behind the Science brings you an intimate conversation with Dr. Kirsten Brown (Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences), Dr. Dionna Bidny (University of Pittsburgh Medical Center), and Dr. Abby Konopasky (Northwell Health), co-authors of Disability in Undergraduate Medical Education in the United States: A Scoping Review, part of the Academic Medicine supplement on Disability Inclusion in Undergraduate Medical Education. Drawing from over 80 publications, their study traces how disability in medical education has too often been framed through deficit and legal models, while leaving intersectionality and the voices of disabled learners largely absent. Together, we explore why this framing matters, what the literature reveals about gaps and progress, and how a critical perspective can re-shape the field. Our guests share the personal and professional motivations behind this ambitious review, the surprises and challenges they encountered, and their hopes for how this work can serve as both roadmap and catalyst. Whether you are a researcher, faculty member, disability resource professional, or student, this episode offers insights into the state of the field and inspiration for charting new directions. Resources and links to the open-access article, Disability Resource Hub, and related tools are in the show notes. Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iUYE0Q-2TA1flXiMU6rum1S3dO-obE5DoA9J0mFmHlE/edit?usp=sharing Bios:   Kirsten Brown, PhD Dr. Kirsten Brown's research examines the intersection of disability, power, and social systems. Her work has appeared in the Journal of College Student Development, the Journal of Diversity in Higher Education, and Journal of Higher Education. She co-authored the book Disability in Higher Education: A Social Justice Approach. Dr. Brown prepared this chapter during non-work hours as an independent scholar and this publication did not receive funding from the federal government. The views expressed are solely those of the author and do not represent the official policy or position of the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, the Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. Government.  Abigail Konopasky, PhD Abigail Konopasky holds doctorates in educational psychology from George Mason University and in linguistics from Princeton University. She is currently an Associate Professor and Director of Medical Education Research and Scholarship in the Psychiatry Department at Northwell Health. She conducts critical qualitative and mixed methods research in health professions education, with a focus on equity, Black feminism, and critical disability studies using functional linguistic and narrative methods and theories of agency. She serves on the editorial boards of Teaching and Learning in Medicine, Perspectives on Medical Education, and Advances in Health Sciences Education. Dionna Bidny, MD, MMus  Dionna is a first year resident at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (currently  in her  Transitional Year). She has a BS in biomedical engineering and an  MMus in Musicology; she incorporated her interest in accessibility in arts, sports, and healthcare spaces through research during both degrees. In medical school, she continued to study and lecture in the space of disability  justice and its intersections with art, identity,  and healthcare experience, all  while navigating  chronic illness and pursuit of her own  accommodation and access needs. In residency, she aims to continue her work in accessibility within arts and sports through community engagement and engineering innovation. Key Words:   Disability in medical education Undergraduate medical education (UME) Disability inclusion Scoping review Academic Medicine supplement Deficit model vs. asset model Legal framing of disability Intersectionality in medicine Disabled learners' voices Critical perspectives in medical education Equity in medical training Accommodations in medical education Disability justice Ableism in medicine Representation in health professions Research roadmap Diversity and inclusion in medicine Disability studies in medical education Inclusive curriculum Systemic barriers in medical education Resources:  Article from Today's Talk Maggio, Lauren A. PhD; Brown, Kirsten R. PhD; Costello, Joseph A. MSIS; Konopasky, Aaron PhD, JD; Bidny, Dionna MD, MMus; Konopasky, Abigail PhD. Disability in Undergraduate Medical Education in the United States: A Scoping Review. Academic Medicine 100(10S):p S64-S73, October 2025. | DOI: 10.1097/ACM.0000000000006154 https://journals.lww.com/academicmedicine/fulltext/2025/10001/disability_in_undergraduate_medical_education_in.5.aspx   The Docs With Disabilities Podcast https://www.docswithdisabilities.org/docswithpodcast

This conversation explores the power of creative and poetic image descriptions to ensure accessibility for people with vision disabilities. Guests Leona Godin and Olivia Dreisinger discuss the concept of "Alt Text as Poetry" and "Alt Text Selfies" as ways to translate visual information into concise yet expressive language. They emphasize the importance of including details like race, disability, and other marginalized identities in descriptions, rather than aiming for an unrealistic "colorblind" objectivity. The discussion also touches on the need to fund and elevate disabled storytellers, creators, and curators to shift narratives away from harmful tropes. Overall, the speakers advocate for a more sensory, multidimensional approach to accessibility and cultural production that celebrates disability as a creative force.Our podcast theme music is by Andre Louis and Precious Perez. Thank you to Recording Artists And Music Professionals With Disabilities (RAMPD) for connecting these talented disabled musicians with the Disability & Philanthropy Forum.

CapeTalk’s Sara-Jayne Makwala King is joined on Weekend Breakfast by Programme Lead of 360: Disability Inclusion at Afrika Tikkun. Weekend Breakfast with Sara-Jayne Makwala King is the weekend breakfast show on CapeTalk. This 3-hour morning programme is the perfect (and perky!) way to kickstart your weekend. Author and journalist Sara-Jayne Makwala-King spends 3 hours interviewing a variety of guests about all things cultural and entertaining. The team keeps an eye on weekend news stories, but the focus remains on relaxation and restoration. Favourites include the weekly wellness check-in on Saturdays at 7:35am and heartfelt chats during the Sunday 9am profile interview. Listen live on Primedia+ Saturdays and Sundays between 07:00 and 10:00am (SA Time) to Weekend Breakfast with Sara-Jayne Makwala-King broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/AgPbZi9 or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/j1EhEkZ Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Interviewees: Justin Bullock, MD, MPH; Cary Payne, MD Interviewer: Lisa Meeks, PhD, MA Description: In Episode 114, Dr. Lisa Meeks talks with Dr. Justin Bullock (nephrology fellow, University of Washington; living with bipolar disorder) and Dr. Cary Payne (Program Director, Nephrology Fellowship, University of Washington) about navigating fellowship with a psychiatric disability—and how trust, humility, and creative flexibility built a training experience defined by healing and growth. Together, they retrace Justin's decision to pursue fellowship after a traumatic residency, his choice to lead with authenticity during the match, and the risks and rewards of disclosure in GME. They unpack how structured accommodations provided protection, why early defensiveness softened into trust, and the profound impact of Cary's disarming leadership approach: “It's not your job to teach us.” Listeners will hear advice for residents and fellows (consider strategic disclosure, seek accommodations as protective, build trusted provider teams) and for program directors (lead with humility, embrace uncertainty, and center accommodations in creativity rather than dogma). At its heart, the episode explores how one program became not just a safe space, but a place of healing—and why that benefits trainees, programs, and patients alike. This episode accompanies the open-access perspective This Armor of Mine: Perspectives of a Bipolar Physician and Program Director (Bullock & Payne, Chest, 2024) This episode is part of the ACGME/DWDI Disability Resource Hub, supported by the Josiah Macy Jr. Foundation Catalyst Award, it's a powerful reminder that access isn't accidental—it's built intentionally, one relationship at a time. Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R_FlMU-qOOVKPiaBMLc0VqQ3DVX8rjhQ16ZAZZnv_TM/edit?usp=sharing Bios:  Justin Bullock, MD, MPH Justin Bullock is an Assistant Professor in Nephrology at the University of Washington School of Medicine and the Co-director of the Docs with Disabilities Initiative. Justin is passionate about creating safe environments in medicine where everyone in the hospital is able to bring their authentic selves to work in the spirit of healing. Justin is a passionate medical educator: a teacher, researcher, and lifelong learner. His primary research focus centers on how educators can foster identity safety in the learning environment, where all members of the healthcare team can be their authentic selves in the workplace. When not at work, Justin enjoys running and cooking with his partner.   Cary Payne, MD Cary grew up in the Pacific Northwest. He studied Biology and Philosophy at Washington University in St Louis before attending medical school at the University of Chicago. He then returned to the northwest where he completed his residency in internal medicine and fellowship in nephrology at the University of Washington, after which he remained on faculty at UW and established the UW Kidney-Liver Program, a subspecialty nephrology service dedicated to caring for patients with concomitant liver and kidney disease. In addition to his clinical work, Cary serves as the medical director for inpatient dialysis at the University of Washington and the UW Nephrology Fellowship Program Director. When not at work he enjoys reading and hiking with his wife Gretchen and his three children.   Key Words:   ·       Disability Inclusion ·       Residency ·       Fellowship ·       Accommodations ·       Program Directors ·       Graduate Medical Education (GME) Produced by: Lisa Meeks  Resources:  Article: Perspective of a Bipolar Physician and this program director. https://www.chestnet.org/guidelines-and-topic-collections/publications/chest-advocates/this-armor-of-mine Disability Resource Hub: https://dl.acgme.org/pages/disability-resource-hub Case Studies in Disability Resource Hub: https://dl.acgme.org/pages/disability-resource-hub#case_studies UME to GME Toolkit:  https://dl.acgme.org/pages/disability-resource-hub-transitions-toolkit-introduction Policy Toolkit:  https://dl.acgme.org/pages/disability-resource-hub-policy-toolkit Disability in Graduate Medical Education Program:  https://www.docswithdisabilities.org/digme    

Ray White speaks to Lana Roy, Afrika Tikkun’s lead, about a game-changing moment for the continent — the first-ever Valuable 500 African Summit, happening on the 9th of September. With 200 to 300 million Africans living with disabilities, the summit puts a long-overdue spotlight on inclusion, not just in policy, but in practice — in boardrooms, workplaces, and leadership spaces. Hosted by Afrika Tikkun and the Gauteng Provincial Government, the event aims to bring business, government, and communities together to push disability rights to the top of Africa’s development agenda. As the G20 summit approaches, Africa is sending a clear message: a truly inclusive future leaves no one behind. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the latest episode of the What the FinTech? podcast, we're joined by Joanne Dewar, Project Lead at Project Nemo, to discuss how to make financial services more accessible for people with disabilities. Joanne and FinTech Futures reporter Cameron Emanuel-Burns explore Project Nemo's origins and development, examining findings from the organisation's recent report on challenges adults with disabilities face when engaging financial services, with Dewar offering recommendations for financial institutions seeking to remove these barriers. The conversation also addresses how emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence, are reshaping disability inclusion in financial services, while tackling common misconceptions about accessibility in the industry. And finally, we discover which fintech buzzword Joanne wants to throw into or rescue from our Fintech Jail!

Interviewees: Emily Green, MD and Kelley Volpe, MD Interviewer: Lisa Meeks, PhD, MA Description: In Episode 113, Dr. Lisa Meeks talks with Dr. Emily Green (child psychiatrist, University of Chicago; recent fellow at UIC) and Dr. Kelley Volpe (training director of the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at UIC) about navigating fellowship with ADHD and a learning disability—and how openness, advocacy, and leadership support shaped a successful training experience. Together, they trace Emily's decision-making during the match, the challenges of transitioning from residency to fellowship (and from student to employee), and the unexpected barriers in GME accommodation processes. They unpack how program leadership stepped in when paperwork stalled, why “temporary vs. chronic” misunderstandings of disability remain a problem, and how centering inclusion ultimately benefited both the trainee and the program. Listeners will hear advice for residents and fellows (be specific in accommodation requests, know when disclosure matters, embrace authenticity with patients) and for program directors (be proactive with GME, advocate beyond bureaucracy, and create space for trainees to bring their whole selves to medicine). This episode accompanies the open-access case study From Policy to Practice: Building the Disability Inclusion Infrastructure in Graduate Medical Education (Green & Volpe, Academic Medicine, 2025). Part of the ACGME/DWDI Disability Resource Hub, supported by the Josiah Macy Jr. Foundation Catalyst Award, it's both a roadmap and a reminder that when programs invest in access, everyone wins. Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uhs1zRh2QOWVMgYlEFkxbFY-MJQbiqV_/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=104315301750264632478&rtpof=true&sd=true Bios:  Kelly Volpe, MD Dr. Kelley Volpe is the medical director of the Pediatric Stress & Anxiety Disorders Clinic at UI Health. Dr. Volpe currently provides outpatient services that are specialized in the treatment of anxiety disorders, such as generalized anxiety, social anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, and selective mutism, in addition to trauma- and stress-related disorders. She is board certified in both General Psychiatry and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. Emily Green, MD Emily is an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience at the University of Chicago. She specializes in pediatric psychiatry and helps children and adolescents who are struggling with mental well-being. Key Words:   Disability Inclusion Residency Fellowship ADHD Learning Disability Psychiatry Accommodations Program Directors Graduate Medical Education (GME) Produced by: Lisa Meeks  Resources:  Disability Resource Hub: https://dl.acgme.org/pages/disability-resource-hub Case Studies in Disability Resource Hub: https://dl.acgme.org/pages/disability-resource-hub#case_studies UME to GME Toolkit:  https://dl.acgme.org/pages/disability-resource-hub-transitions-toolkit-introduction Policy Toolkit:  https://dl.acgme.org/pages/disability-resource-hub-policy-toolkit Disability in Graduate Medical Education Program:  https://www.docswithdisabilities.org/digme Illinois Lend: https://www.illinoislend.org Case Study: From Policy to Practice: Building the Disability Inclusion Infrastructure in Graduate Medical Education      

Shanna Weber from Prima Consulting and I recap the latest 5 Things (good vibes in DEI) in just 15 minutes. This week our conversation is about flushing bathroom bans, rolling out southern hospitality in Spanish, designing trails for every body, and more!Here are this week's good vibes:Hot Flashes Meet Hot PolicyBo-Linda Bids BienvenidosWhere Every Sense Gets a SeatBathroom Ban Flushed in Hong KongTampon Tax Tossed in MissouriGood Vibes to Go: Bernadette's GVTG: Check out the The Asian American Journalists Association Style Guide, a great resource for anyone in communications.Shanna's GVTG: Make sure that you see the superpowers in everybody throughout the day. Find the superpower in each person you meet and bring that into your life. Read the Stories.Connect with Shanna Webber.Subscribe to the 5 Things newsletter.Watch the show on YouTube. Join thousands of readers by subscribing to the 5 Things newsletter. Enjoy some good vibes in DEI every Saturday morning. https://5thingsdei.com/

In this latest episode, we feature, educator, musician, and composer Estevan Carlos Benson, exploring the power of sound design in film. We're breaking down how sound shapes our understanding of a story—often without a single line of dialogue. Estevan shares tips for “active listening,”we discuss audio easter eggs and I have some fun with audio... Follow or subscribe wherever you get podcasts. Transcripts available at ReidMyMind.com. FB/IG @ReidMyMindRadio

Interviewees: Dr. Uyen Troung, and Dr. Nalinda Charnsangavej  Interviewer: Dr. Lisa Meeks Description: What does it take to create true accessibility in residency training? In this episode, Dr. Lisa Meeks is joined by Dr. Uyen Truong, Chief Resident at the UT-Austin Dell Medical School Pediatric Residency Program, and Dr. Nalinda Charnsangavej, the program's Director, for a candid conversation about disability inclusion in graduate medical education. Together, they share the story behind Dr. Truong's residency journey as a wheelchair user—from early planning and proactive accommodations to the team-wide commitment that made access possible. Listeners will hear how trust, open communication, and creative problem-solving helped dismantle barriers, and how the presence of physicians with disabilities strengthens patient care, especially for disabled children and their families. The discussion also dives into the practical side of accommodations in GME: what an access assistant does (and doesn't do), how to navigate procedural requirements, and the role of accrediting bodies like the ACGME and the American Board of Pediatrics in supporting inclusive training. This episode is part of the Disability Resource Hub series, made possible by the Josiah Macy Jr. Foundation Catalyst Award for Transformation in Graduate Medical Education, and offers valuable insights for program directors, residents, and anyone committed to building equitable clinical learning environments. Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mRUsqcVjm5oGQgPzV6tuzQxvyOH-0osSxVHeOeIC3qM/edit?usp=sharing Key words: Medical education, physical disability, disability research, residency, accommodations, wheelchair, SCI, medical technology, residency, pediatrics, program director, GME, GME Policy Bio: Uyen Truong, MD grew up in Minnesota but is currently finishing her chief year at UT Austin Dell Medical School Pediatric Residency Program. Following graduation, Uyen is going to work as a Complex Care Pediatrician back in Minnesota. Although the path has not been easy, she has always wanted to become a pediatrician and work with kids with medical complexity like herself. Through Uyen%E2%80%99s training and her own personal experiences, she has been able to help parents and children navigate the medical system. Uyen is very excited to continue working and advocating for children with disabilities and helping them achieve their goals. Nalinda Charnsangavej, MD is an associate professor of pediatrics at the Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin. She serves as the pediatric residency program director and has an interest in promoting a healthy and supportive learning environment through supporting diversity, cultivating an inclusive climate, and promoting physician well-being and resilience. She has a specific interest in raising awareness of the benefits of inclusion of individuals with disabilities in the learning environment and patient care and has supported faculty and institution development in working with trainees with disabilities. In her role as a program director, she has individually mentored many trainees and also recognizes the need to support the establishment of strong mentorship relationships for trainees, particularly those from backgrounds underrepresented in medicine. She has led program-wide efforts to foster wellbeing and resiliency amongst trainees and participates in national work-groups such as the Pediatric Resident Burnout and Resilience Study Consortium. She is interested in helping develop best practices for GME programs to enhance access and inclusion of trainees with disabilities. Producer:  Gabe Abrams  and Lisa Meeks Audio editor: Jacob Feeman Follow Us: X: @DocsWith Instagram: @DocsWithDisabilities Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/docs-with-disabilities-initiative Resources:  Disability Resource Hub: https://dl.acgme.org/pages/disability-resource-hub Case Studies in Disability Resource Hub: https://dl.acgme.org/pages/disability-resource-hub#case_studies UME to GME Toolkit:  https://dl.acgme.org/pages/disability-resource-hub-transitions-toolkit-introduction Policy Toolkit: https://dl.acgme.org/pages/disability-resource-hub-policy-toolkit Link to Case Study: Proactive Approaches for a Wheelchair User in Pediatric Residency: A Case Study for Disability Inclusion  https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1876285924005643 Disability in Graduate Medical Education Program:  https://www.docswithdisabilities.org/digme      

In this heartfelt episode of Geek Freaks Headlines, the hosts of Disney Moms Gone Wrong — Suzy and Diana — are joined by special guest Chesney from “Chesney's Corner” for a deep, honest conversation about the Disney+ film Out of My Mind, based on Sharon M. Draper's bestselling novel. They unpack the emotional weight of the story, which follows Melody, an 11-year-old girl with cerebral palsy, and reflect on what it means to advocate for kids with disabilities. The episode dives into the educational system, the role of parents and teachers, and how this film mirrors real-life experiences in special education.Timestamps & Topics:00:00 Welcome and Chesney's Return to Podcasting02:00 Introducing Out of My Mind and Melody's Story04:30 What “mainstreaming” means in education06:20 Parenting moments that hit home08:00 Advocacy through the eyes of a parent10:00 The Ollie the goldfish scene and its emotional impact12:00 Chesney explains what today's 11-year-olds would put on a talk pad14:45 Melody's integration into the classroom16:30 Mean girls, accurate portrayals, and school dynamics18:00 Standing up to teachers and reclaiming agency20:00 Are schools doing enough? A breakdown by district type24:00 Special Day Classes, inclusion gaps, and reading deficits28:00 The Wiz Kids moment that inspired other students32:00 What each host took away from the film38:00 Rose's betrayal and Melody's breakdown42:00 How their families reacted to the movie44:00 Generational lessons and the call to show this film in schoolsKey Takeaways:Out of My Mind showcases the power of student advocacy and the need for inclusive classrooms.Melody's story isn't sugarcoated, which makes it feel real and deeply relatable.Chesney offers a Gen Z lens on how today's kids relate to the film and each other.The episode highlights how much work still needs to be done in special education systems, especially in under-resourced districts.Families watching together opened up important conversations across generations.Memorable Quotes:“Just because people are going to be wiping your ass your whole life doesn't mean you have to kiss theirs.”“Advocacy doesn't need a degree. It just needs someone who gives a damn.”“If your child can't read, they're behind in every subject.”“That goldfish scene broke me. Her first words being about Ollie? Full-circle moment.”Call to Action:Loved this episode? Make sure to subscribe to Geek Freaks Headlines wherever you listen to podcasts. Leave a review to help others find the show, and share it with a friend using the hashtag #GeekFreaksPod. Visit GeekFreaksPodcast.com for the latest geek news, reviews, and more.Follow us on social:

On Episode 587 of Impact Boom, Charles Redding of Momentum Wheels for Humanity discusses global barriers to disability inclusion, the urgent need for accessible rehabilitation and assistive technology services, and how social enterprises like CLASP are advancing equity through scalable, sustainable business solutions. If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up your impact, don't miss out on this episode! If you enjoyed this episode, then check out Episode 471 with Erika Gleeson on designing inclusive businesses by listening to neurodiverse lived experiences -> https://bit.ly/3H2zOmU The team who made this episode happen were: Host: Indio Myles Guest(s): Charles Redding Producer: Indio Myles We invite you to join our community on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn or Instagram to stay up to date on the latest social innovation news and resources to help you turn ideas into impact. You'll also find us on all the major podcast streaming platforms, where you can also leave a review and provide feedback.

“As parents dedicated to getting a treatment for our children in their lifetimes, we have turned the rare disease drug development landscape upside down and created a new model,” says Nicole Johnson, co-founder and executive director of the FOXG1 Research Foundation.  That's not an exaggeration, as the foundation is on track to make history as it begins patient clinical trials on a gene replacement therapy next year. The former TV news producer and media executive unexpectedly entered the world of patient advocacy and drug research after her daughter, Josie, was born with FOXG1, a genetic disorder which causes severe seizures and impedes normal movement, speech, and sleep among other problems. Johnson is also making an impact in another important dimension of the rare disease space in her efforts to educate parents, teachers, and students about disability inclusion through her Joyfully Josie book series and “Live Joyfully” education programs. Tune-in to this fascinating Year of the Zebra conversation with host Lindsey Smith to find out how the foundation is aiming to bring a drug to market in less than half the time and at a fraction of the cost than the industry standard, and how this model might impact research on other rare disorders. Mentioned in this episode:FOXG1 Research FoundationJoyfully Josie Book If you like this podcast, please share it on your social channels. You can also subscribe to the series and check out all of our episodes at www.osmosis.org/raisethelinepodcast

Veronica Smith (she/they), Equitable research and data scientist and I recap the latest 5 Things (good vibes in DEI) in just 15 minutes. This week our conversation is about Barbie rocking a CGM, Brits clocking out and leveling up, and why the UK's done being gagged by NDAs—and more!Here are this week's good vibes:UK Muzzles NDAsHamilton's Bigger Race: Equity WinsCabs Provide a BandaidBarbie Rocks a CGMBrits Clock Out and Level UpGood Vibes to Go: Bernadette's GVTG: Check out this short TED Talk: The Case for a 4 Day Workweek. You'll be convinced!Veronica's GVTG: Read the book Calling In: How to Start Making Change with Those You'd Rather Cancel By Loretta J Ross. Washington LGBTQ+ Survey findingsDr. Leticia NietoJulia Ismael and The Equity Consortium Read the Stories.Connect with Veronica Smith. Join thousands of readers by subscribing to the 5 Things newsletter. Enjoy some good vibes in DEI every Saturday morning. https://5thingsdei.com/

The global disability market represents a staggering $18 trillion dollars in spending power. And in this powerful episode, Tiffany Yu, founder of Diversability, TEDx speaker, and author of The Anti-Ableist Manifesto is sharing how she turned her own disability into a global movement for inclusion. After a car accident made her disabled and took her father's life, Tiffany eventually found the courage more than a decade later to share her story, helping others unlearn shame and embrace their own identities.You'll hear how Tiffany built Diversability from a college club into a thriving international community, why employers must rethink job descriptions and office norms to foster true accessibility, and how storytelling paired with data can radically shift public perception.If you want to build more inclusive communities, Tiffany's magnetic energy and practical wisdom will inspire you to see lived experience as a superpower rather than a limitation.Resources & LinksConnect with Tiffany on her website, order her book, The Anti-Ablelist Manifesto, and watch her TED talk, The Power of Exclusion.  This show is brought to you by iDonate. Your donation page is leaking donors, and iDonate's new pop-up donation form is here to fix that. See it in action. Launch the interactive demo here and experience how a well-timed form captures donors in the moment they care most. Let's Connect! Send a DM on Instagram or LinkedIn and let us know what you think of the show! My book, The Monthly Giving Mastermind, is here! Grab a copy here and learn my framework to build, grow, and sustain subscriptions for good. Want to book Dana as a speaker for your event? Click here!

Sandy Ho, the executive director of the Disability and Philanthropy Forum, and Marcus Walton, the president and CEO of Grantmakers for Effective Organizations, discuss the importance of solidarity and collective power in the disability community and social justice movements. They share personal stories and examples that illustrate how solidarity involves vulnerability, mutual support, and a long-term commitment to racial and disability justice even in the face of fear and discouragement. They conclude by naming several solidarity superstars - activists, philanthropists, and community leaders who have modeled the values of collective care and long-term, unconditional support.Our podcast theme music is by Andre Louis and Precious Perez. Thank you to Recording Artists And Music Professionals With Disabilities (RAMPD) for connecting these talented disabled musicians with the Disability & Philanthropy Forum.

Interviewer: Dr. Lisa Meeks Interviewees:  ·       Abbey MacLellan ·       Zachary Ford ·       Marihan Farid ·       RJ Roggeveen ·       Michael Quon ·       Lynn Ashdown Description: Episode 108: ICAM Panel – Facing Ableism: What's Our Role in Building Inclusion

Jim Fielding (he/him), Founder, All Pride, No Ego, and I recap the latest 5 Things (good vibes in DEI) in just 15 minutes. This week, our conversation is about subway voices coming out, land stewardship flipping the script, prison newsrooms making history—and more!Here are this week's good vibes:Familiar Voice, Fresh TruthAccess Isn't Extra, It's EssentialFrom Newsstands to MasterpiecesMiccosukee Take the Lead on LandPrison Walls, Loud VoicesGood Vibes to Go: Bernadette's GVTG: It's been 10 years since marriage equality became the law of the land here in the US. Enjoy this photo gallery of celebrations. Jim's GVTG: 200,000 people defied a ban on Pride in Budapest, Hungary by showing up to resist. May this inspire you.Read the Stories.Connect with Jim Fielding.Subscribe to the 5 Things newsletter.Watch the show on YouTube. Join thousands of readers by subscribing to the 5 Things newsletter. Enjoy some good vibes in DEI every Saturday morning. https://5thingsdei.com/

We're joined by Jeff Light, from Inclusive Futures, a resource focused on supporting families through the challenges of planning for loved ones with disabilities and aging family members.

Julian Newman (he/him), Founder & CEO of FutureCast, and I recap the latest 5 Things (good vibes in DEI) in just 15 minutes. This week, our conversation is about standing ovations in leotards, women making spy history,  Fridays off for Dubai government workers, and more!Here are this week's good vibes:Pay, Finally, Catches the Pom-PomsJersey Says: Show Us the MoneySpyglass Ceiling: Shattered at LastThe World's Most Inclusive GymDubai Ditches Fridays (For Some)Good Vibes to Go: Bernadette's GVTG: Laugh a little! Check out Atsuko Okatsuka's new standup special, Father, on Hulu. Julian's GVTG: Life advice…”You don't have to be one to stand with." That means it doesn't have to be your lived experience to stand with somebody else who has a different lived experience. If somebody is in another lane and doesn't mean that you can't step out of your lane to be able to provide support for them. It doesn't rob me of my authenticity to be able to stand with somebody who has a different story than me. And it doesn't undermine my support because I do.Read the Stories.Connect with Julian Newman or his website. Check out his book Beautiful Together! Subscribe to the 5 Things newsletter.Watch the show on YouTube. Join thousands of readers by subscribing to the 5 Things newsletter. Enjoy some good vibes in DEI every Saturday morning. https://5thingsdei.com/

Disability inclusion in medical education needs critical, global dialogue. Here, Jain and Alwazzan highlight cultural differences, educator responsibility, and the power of local consultation to challenge ableism and advance justice. Read the accompanying article here: https://doi.org/10.1111/medu.15450

We're joined by Dalia Torres, as she shares her experiences with disability and experiencing higher education.

This episode of Disability Inclusion Required features a conversation with Michael Greer, President and CEO of Arts Fund, and Jen White Johnson, an Afro-Latina artist, activist, designer and educator. They discuss the concept of the "artistry of philanthropy" and how it can be channeled to directly benefit people with disabilities. The guests share their perspectives on the importance of centering disabled voices and experiences in philanthropic work, and highlight several disabled artists and projects that are amplifying issues at the intersection of disability, race, and justice. They also explore how disabled artists are using their creative expressions to challenge ableism, envision a more accessible future, and lead radical movements for social change.Our podcast theme music is by Andre Louis and Precious Perez. Thank you to Recording Artists And Music Professionals With Disabilities (RAMPD) for connecting these talented disabled musicians with the Disability & Philanthropy Forum.

Greg Morley (he/him), Author, Speaker, and HR Thought Leader, and I recap the latest 5 Things (good vibes in DEI) in just 15 minutes. This week, our conversation is about spreadsheets saving lives, vacation rentals finally getting accessible, and the only lesbian film fest in a quilting town.Here are this week's good vibes:Game, Set, EquityDisability Inclusion Gets a Desert DebutAccess Granted, Finally!Queer Reels, River VibesAid Cuts, She DeliversGood Vibes to Go: Bernadette's GVTG: In the spirit of Pride month, here's a book recommendation: Tomorrow Will Be Different by U.S. Senator Sarah McBride, the first transgender senator. This was written before she was elected to any office, but it is a great trans memoir. Greg's GVTGs: Read more! Greg buys and reads two books a month to challenge himself, get out of the wormhole that can be social media, and also learn things that the media would not gravitate to directly. Secondly, before bed, consider two things that you're grateful for from the day, big or small, and one thing you'd like to do better tomorrow. Read the Stories.Connect with Greg Morley on Linkedin, Instagram, and his website.Subscribe to the 5 Things newsletter.Watch the show on YouTube. Join thousands of readers by subscribing to the 5 Things newsletter. Enjoy some good vibes in DEI every Saturday morning. https://5thingsdei.com/

 Episode 7 is here! We're joined by Jackson Botsford, DAKC's accessibility specialist, to talk about the ADA, inclusive design, and what it really takes to make spaces accessible for everyone.

Guest: Angela FowlerWebsite: www.reallifeaccess.comWhat You'll Learn in This Episode:Why accessibility is a business growth strategy, not a compliance issueThe shocking $2 trillion in buying power you're likely overlookingCommon accessibility mistakes on websites and how to fix themHow inclusive hiring can become your competitive advantageAngela's personal story of transforming frustration into impactTips to audit your website from a user's perspectiveWhy clear feedback is more helpful than polite complimentsResources Mentioned:WebAIM Contrast CheckerAngela's Accessibility Jumpstart Kit (available via newsletter signup)Connect with Angela:

Philippa Charles, Director of the DFN Charitable Foundation, leads a conversation on the Foundation's strategic philanthropic approach and its distinctive commitment to long-term, systems-level impact. With a background in leading one of the UK's major family foundations and now at the helm of DFN, she offers a compelling look at how deeply personal motivations can shape focused and effective grantmaking. The DFN Foundation operates across four thematic pillars: disability education, disability employment, myeloma cancer research, and conservation. These areas are not only strategic but are also rooted in the lived experiences and values of the Foundation's founding family. This grounding translates into a uniquely empathetic and effective model of philanthropy—one that combines substantial funding with strategic oversight and deep engagement with delivery partners. The episode explores how DFN supports systemic change in disability inclusion. Philippa discusses the success of Undershaw, a school for students with special educational needs that recently received an “Outstanding” rating from Ofsted, and the DFN Project SEARCH initiative, which has helped more than 3,000 young people with disabilities secure meaningful employment across over 200 corporate and public sector partners. These stories illustrate DFN's commitment not just to education and training but to shifting the broader landscape of opportunity for disabled individuals. A similarly strategic approach underpins the Foundation's investment in myeloma research. Through the Jacquelin Forbes Nixon Fellowship, DFN has supported a clinical trial at the Institute of Cancer Research that is producing transformative outcomes. Over 75% of participants remain in remission—a significant improvement over standard care—and the research now points toward wider clinical application and deeper exploration into treatment efficacy and patient outcomes. DFN's work extends beyond the UK, particularly in conservation. In Kenya, the Foundation supports the Pangolin Project, an initiative preserving 5,000 hectares of biodiverse forest and protecting the world's most trafficked and critically endangered mammal. The project embodies the Foundation's ability to balance localized impact with global relevance, and its philosophy of acting where there is both clear need and the opportunity for catalytic intervention. Throughout the discussion, Philippa reflects on the leadership demands of running a multifaceted family foundation. She shares how she is structuring her first year in the role by focusing on governance, partnerships, operational strategy, and long-term vision. Her insights offer a valuable roadmap for those leading or advising mission-driven organizations, especially those navigating the complexities of family philanthropy. The conversation concludes with a discussion of collaboration across the sector and the importance of peer networks among foundations. Philippa also speaks passionately about the transformative power of volunteering, not only as a form of civic engagement but as a professional and personal development tool. For those interested in strategic philanthropy, disability inclusion, evidence-based research funding, and conservation efforts with measurable impact, this episode provides a thoughtful and informative exploration of how one foundation is driving change across sectors—anchored in personal values, executed with professional discipline, and amplified through strategic partnerships. Thank you for downloading this episode of the Do One Better Podcast. Visit our Knowledge Hub at Lidji.org for information on 300 case studies and interviews with remarkable leaders in philanthropy, sustainability and social entrepreneurship.  

Nina and Alexandra celebrate some positive news from the Romanian and Polish elections over the weekend before updating listeners on US-brokered negotiations with Russia and Ukraine. They also discuss revelations of forgery in a shady business dealing involving Trump's son-in-law in Serbia and new efforts by the ruling party to undermine the opposition in Georgia. Alexandra then interviews Dilmurad Yusupov, an independent researcher and disability rights activist from Uzbekistan. They talk about what disability inclusion means, the state of disability rights in Uzbekistan compared to the rest of the region, and the challenges that civic groups like Dilmurad's face in promoting disability rights in the country.You can check out his organization, Sharoit Plus here: https://sharoitplus.uz/ And, Russian and Uzbek speakers can listen to Dilmurad's podcast, Inclusive Talk, here: Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/ds4DsaVESpotify: https://lnkd.in/d9mFtwUhYandex Music: https://lnkd.in/e8GV5XEqYouTube: https://lnkd.in/ewCXPiAzSupport Talk Eastern Europe: www.patreon.com/talkeasterneurope

In today's episode of The Intersection Rewind, we revisit a powerful conversation with Emily Voorde, the founder and CEO of IntuStrategies, a consultancy dedicated to advancing disability inclusion. Emily's journey is a testament to the work being done to ensure that leadership spaces and organizations are accessible to individuals with disabilities.Emily shares that “disability inclusion isn't just about compliance or accommodations, it's about creating an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered.”We explore practical solutions for organizations to begin making meaningful changes, from revisiting hiring practices to offering training on how disability can be an asset in leadership. Emily also touches on the role of technology and innovation in creating accessible spaces for all employees.If you're ready to be part of the solution, this episode is a must-listen to better understand how to move beyond just compliance to a truly inclusive environment that values all abilities.Resources:Connect with Emily on LinkedinVisit IntuStrategiesFollow IntuStrategies on InstagramConnect with me:InstagramLinkedInRestart Consulting

I'm joined by the incredible Alie B, a legally blind arts educator, disability advocate, and all-around powerhouse of empathy and expression. Alie B shares how discovering theatre and monologue work became her first form of self-advocacy.She opens up about living with low vision, navigating an eating disorder in her youth, and how she now supports others in recovery through creativity, compassion, and somatic work.We explore how disability is often unseen but deeply felt and how it's the "only club any of us can join at any time." Alie B reminds us that disability doesn't discriminate, and how those who live with it often have to work so hard to self-advocate for accommodation amidst their joy and connection.This conversation dives into: ✨ The intersection of art and medicine ✨ Why creative expression is a powerful path to healing ✨ The emotional toll of being a high achiever and a big feeler ✨ How creative practices help us rewire the nervous systemWhether you have a disability, love someone who does, or just want to better understand how art, advocacy, and embodiment intersect, this episode will move you.Alie B's Website: https://www.aliebgorrie.com/Juliet's Website: https://yepigototherapy.com/Juliet's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yepigototherapyAlie B's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aliebg/

In this podcast episode, host Michelle Frechette interviews Ryan Bracey, co-organizer of WordPress Accessibility Day and director of web development at Second Melody, discusses the upcoming event with Michelle. Ryan, who has been involved with the event for four years, shares insights on the speaker application process, event format, and accessibility features. The event, a 24-hour global virtual conference, aims to feature diverse speakers and will include pre-recorded talks followed by live Q&A sessions. The host and Ryan emphasize the importance of accessibility in web development and encourage listeners to apply as speakers.Top Takeaways:Call for Speakers Now Open: WP Accessibility Day 2025 is currently accepting speaker submissions for its global, 24-hour virtual conference, scheduled for October 15th, 2025. The event focuses on accessibility within the WordPress ecosystem and is seeking approximately 75 proposals to fill 23 speaker slots plus one keynote. Submissions are open through May 26th. Organizers are especially encouraging talks from individuals with lived experiences of disability and welcome a wide range of accessibility-related topics.New Format: Pre-Recorded Talks with Live Q&A: This year, the event introduces a new structure featuring pre-recorded presentations followed by live Q&A sessions. This format offers greater flexibility for speakers while ensuring a more stable and inclusive experience for attendees. In appreciation of their time and expertise, speakers will receive a $300 honorarium.Commitment to Accessibility and Inclusion: Accessibility is at the core of WP Accessibility Day. The event will include live captioning and American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation to ensure it is accessible to a global audience. To support diversity and fairness, speaker applications are reviewed anonymously. The organizers are especially encouraging submissions from individuals in underrepresented regions and communities. Proposals promoting overlays or superficial fixes that do not adhere to true accessibility standards will not be considered.Mentioned in the Show:WordPress Accessibility DaySecond Melody

✈️ This week's episode features Gerald R. Ford International Airport and their new sensory room — a calming, thoughtfully designed space for travelers with sensory sensitivities. We talk about why spaces like this matter, how they came to be, and what true accessibility looks like in busy public environments. Because inclusion should be built into every journey.

This episode discusses the current landscape of discrimination against individuals with autism. Eric Garcia, a journalist and author, describes how anti-vaccine sentiment from high-level government officials like Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is fueling misinformation and harmful policies that threaten the rights and well-being of autistic people. Garcia emphasizes the importance of including diverse autistic voices to challenge harmful narratives, and provides advice for autistic individuals and advocates on how to protect themselves and mobilize their communities during this challenging time. The discussion underscores the need to combat dangerous myths about autism and to ensure the rights and dignity of all autistic people are upheld.Our podcast theme music is by Andre Louis and Precious Perez. Thank you to Recording Artists And Music Professionals With Disabilities (RAMPD) for connecting these talented disabled musicians with the Disability & Philanthropy Forum.

Dr. Kelly Tzoumis, professor emeritus at DePaul University and lecturer at Johns Hopkins, discusses virtual exchange programs that make global learning accessible to students with disabilities. These innovative approaches embed intercultural experiences directly into curriculum, overcoming barriers of cost and physical accessibility while building crucial competencies.• Virtual exchange goes beyond video calls—students are prepared to interact across cultures before meeting peers• Less than 10% of students can afford traditional study abroad, making virtual exchange a more inclusive alternative • Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) provide framework for global learning beyond just environmental topics• Students develop empathy when working across language barriers with international peers• Generational shifts in disability language reflect changing views of disability as identity• Research shows virtual exchanges improve student mental health through developing resilience• Students with disabilities demonstrate extraordinary capabilities when given appropriate accommodations• Disclosure remains a major challenge in higher education—less than half of disabled students formally identify• Creative accommodations should involve the learner as an active partner in finding solutions• As world polarization increases, virtual exchange becomes even more vital for intercultural understandingFind Dr. Tzoumis's book "Global Learning and the SDGs Through Virtual Exchange" through Springer Nature Press, with a follow-up focused on discipline-specific applications coming soon.Support the showFollow axschat on social media.Bluesky:Antonio https://bsky.app/profile/akwyz.com Debra https://bsky.app/profile/debraruh.bsky.social Neil https://bsky.app/profile/neilmilliken.bsky.social axschat https://bsky.app/profile/axschat.bsky.social LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/antoniovieirasantos/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/axschat/Vimeohttps://vimeo.com/akwyzhttps://twitter.com/axschathttps://twitter.com/AkwyZhttps://twitter.com/neilmillikenhttps://twitter.com/debraruh

For the first time, the Chief Change Officer podcast returns to its birthplace—Hong Kong—to spotlight local artist and community builder May Yeung.From doodling on walls at age two to sculpting giant dim sum steamers for public exhibitions, May's journey is anything but typical. She swapped Goldman Sachs for gallery spaces, battled cancer with faith (and clay), and now leads Art of My Family, a charity that brings art, healing, and heritage to underprivileged youth across Hong Kong. Whether it's mental wellness programs, intergenerational education, or marine-themed installations made from recycled shells, May turns every life experience into a canvas for good. Bonus: her baby son Archer makes a surprise guest appearance—arguably stealing the show.Key Highlights of Our Interview:Draw First, Write Later: A Childhood in Color“I drew on walls before I could write my name… by twelve, I knew I'd be an artist.”When Music Shapes the ClayFrom piano lessons with Hong Kong's top musicians to dance-sculpture mashups, May's art listens before it speaks.The Goldman Pivot: Finding Purpose Through CSR“I helped organize community art after Hurricane Sandy. That's when the impact bug bit.”From Cancer to Conviction: The ALT of Art“Faith, feeling alive, touching lives—cancer gave me a new mission, not just new scars.”Archer Joins the Show: A Toddler-Sized Shift in Artistic Purpose“Motherhood made me realize: my art must nourish the next generation—his and others'.”Dim Sum, Ping Pong, and Bamboo DreamsFrom Chinese checkers to handmade steamers, May's art honors Hong Kong's everyday beauty.‘What If' and ‘Blossom Love': Sculpting Global Conversations“What If” made her the first Asian sculptor to exhibit at Rockefeller Chapel; “Blossom Love” built a cultural bridge between Hong Kong and the Netherlands.Why ‘Art of My Family' Isn't Just a NameMay's nonprofit uses art to serve mental health, sustainability, and inclusion—with the three C's: co-design, co-create, co-learn.Mission: Teaching Artists Who Teach From Life“I'm not just instructing—I'm modeling the mess, joy, and resilience of the creative path.”______________________Connect with us:Host: Vince Chan | Guest: May Yeung  --Chief Change Officer--Change Ambitiously. Outgrow Yourself.Open a World of Expansive Human Intelligencefor Transformation Gurus, Black Sheep,Unsung Visionaries & Bold Hearts.EdTech Leadership Awards 2025 Finalist.18 Million+ All-Time Downloads.80+ Countries Reached Daily.Global Top 1.5% Podcast.Top 10 US Business.Top 1 US Careers.>>>170,000+ are outgrowing. Act Today.

The curtain rises on another powerful episode, spotlighting incredible stories and inspiring voices in the world of disability inclusion.

In this episode of IDD Health Matters, Dr. Craig Escudé sits down with Dr. Alice Bacherini, a postdoctoral research fellow at the University of Perugia in Italy, to explore how psychological research is helping dismantle biases in healthcare for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Dr. Bacherini discusses her groundbreaking work developing tools to measure erroneous assumptions and self-efficacy among physicians when treating individuals with IDD. Together, they dive into how clinician attitudes impact health equity, the role of social dominance orientation in perpetuating stereotypes, and why direct interaction and inclusive communication are essential to better care outcomes. Tune in to hear why IDD-specific training—especially hands-on experiences—can shift perspectives and improve quality of care. Dr. Bacherini also shares where to find her published scale, the Beliefs About Adults with ID (BAAID), and her three key pieces of advice for creating a more inclusive healthcare system. Learn more at: replacingrisk.com Career opportunities with Friends for Life: friendsforliferc.com

In this episode of IDD Health Matters, Dr. Craig Escudé sits down with Dr. Alice Bacherini, a postdoctoral research fellow at the University of Perugia in Italy, to explore how psychological research is helping dismantle biases in healthcare for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Dr. Bacherini discusses her groundbreaking work developing tools to measure erroneous assumptions and self-efficacy among physicians when treating individuals with IDD. Together, they dive into how clinician attitudes impact health equity, the role of social dominance orientation in perpetuating stereotypes, and why direct interaction and inclusive communication are essential to better care outcomes. Tune in to hear why IDD-specific training—especially hands-on experiences—can shift perspectives and improve quality of care. Dr. Bacherini also shares where to find her published scale, the Beliefs About Adults with ID (BAAID), and her three key pieces of advice for creating a more inclusive healthcare system. Learn more at: replacingrisk.com Career opportunities with Friends for Life: friendsforliferc.com

Struggling to make your business more inclusive? In this episode of Play Big Faster, accessibility expert Angela Fowler reveals how businesses can tap into the $2.1 trillion buying power of people with disabilities.  Angela shares her unique perspective as a blind business owner who focuses on opportunity rather than compliance. You'll learn: how designing for accessibility creates better experiences for everyone, simple cost-effective solutions to implement immediately, and why 25% of Americans have some form of disability—many invisible. Perfect for entrepreneurs seeking untapped market opportunities.  Angela's coaching approach transforms business mindsets instead of just fixing technical issues, building lasting accessibility practices that boost customer loyalty and reduce cart abandonment. Listen now to unlock profitable inclusion strategies that benefit all customers.

We're back with more incredible stories and inspiring voices in the world of disability inclusion.

Dr. Steve Grcevich sits down with Melissa Ortiz to discuss her history with disability & advocacy, physician assisted suicide, along with what she will be sharing at Disability and the Church Conference. Find the full Show-Notes here.

Millette Granville (she/her), Founder of SpeakMG Consulting, joins me to recap the latest 5 Things (good vibes in DEI) in just 15 minutes. This week, we're talking about land back in action, breaking barriers at the top, sisterhood over scrambled eggs, Delta's secret DEI ingredient, and what it really means to be “driving while understood.Here are this week's good vibes:Giving the Land BackShattering Stereotypes, Steering a NationScrambled Eggs & SisterhoodDelta's Secret SauceDriving While UnderstoodGood Vibes to Go: The Trans Rights Readathon happened recently: “We are calling on the reader community to read and uplift books written by and/or featuring trans, nonbinary, 2Spirit, and gender-nonconforming authors and characters.” Sign up to check out the resources here. Millette's GVTG: All of us have the power to impact change. Find YOUR place, within your power, to help make a change. “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” -Mahatma Gandhi Connect with Millette Granville.Read the Stories.Subscribe to the 5 Things newsletter.Watch the show on YouTube. Join thousands of readers by subscribing to the 5 Things newsletter. Enjoy some good vibes in DEI every Saturday morning. https://5thingsdei.com/

In this episode, host Justice Shorter welcomes Jalyn Radziminski (Founder of Count US IN) and Henry Claypool.The podcast discusses the potential impacts of proposed cuts to Medicare and Medicaid services on people with disabilities in the United States. Medicaid cuts of $880 billion could significantly impact eligibility, services, and access to community-based living for people with disabilities. This threatens hard-won gains in deinstitutionalization and community integration. Closure of Social Security Administration offices and staffing cuts will exacerbate delays and denials of disability benefits, especially for those in rural areas who rely on in-person access. Increased government surveillance and scrutiny of disability program data raises concerns about privacy, discrimination, and distrust in accessing essential healthcare services. The disability community has a long history of advocacy and legal battles to secure rights and access, from the Rehabilitation Act to the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Olmstead decision. This legacy must guide future efforts to protect Medicaid and Medicare. Disability advocates and organizers need increased funding and support to effectively push back against harmful policy changes and center the perspectives of marginalized communities within the disability movement.Our podcast theme music is by Andre Louis and Precious Perez. Thank you to Recording Artists And Music Professionals With Disabilities (RAMPD) for connecting these talented disabled musicians with the Disability & Philanthropy Forum.

In this enlightening episode of One Vision, we chat with Joanne Dewar, a trailblazer for disability inclusion in FinTech. Jo shares her journey, starting from her pivotal work at Global Processing Services (GPS), to the inception of Project Nemo—a groundbreaking initiative empowering disability inclusion across the FinTech industry. Insights cover the essential role of assistive technologies, the journey to securing broad industry partnerships, and the real-world impact on bringing systemic change within the financial sector. This is an empowering conversation that will leave you feeling a bit more positive about our challenging world.

In this enlightening episode of One Vision, we chat with Joanne Dewar, a trailblazer for disability inclusion in FinTech. Jo shares her journey, starting from her pivotal work at Global Processing Services (GPS), to the inception of Project Nemo—a groundbreaking initiative empowering disability inclusion across the FinTech industry. Insights cover the essential role of assistive technologies, the journey to securing broad industry partnerships, and the real-world impact on bringing systemic change within the financial sector. This is an empowering conversation that will leave you feeling a bit more positive about our challenging world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Best Buddies: Champions of Disability Inclusion with Anthony Kennedy Shriver In this episode of ‘Pushing Forward with Alycia,' Alycia welcomes Anthony Kennedy Shriver, the founder, chairman, and CEO of Best Buddies International, to honor Best Buddies Month and Spread the Word Day. They discuss the harmful use of the ‘R word,' the growth and impact of Best Buddies since its establishment in 1989, and Anthony's personal inspirations from his family, including his mother, Eunice Kennedy Shriver, and his aunt, Rosemary Kennedy. The conversation highlights the importance of employment, social connections, leadership, and inclusive living for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Anthony emphasizes the cultural shift towards inclusion, the powerful role of companies in creating inclusive environments, and Best Buddies' various initiatives, including employment programs, leadership training, and the exciting new launch of a dating app in collaboration with Bumble for people with special abilities. Themes That Shaped the Conversation  The True Spirit of America