Podcasts about disability issues

The Ontario Progressive Conservative party has released its platform just days before the election. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath dig into the details of what's being promised and why the accounting might not all be there. In the dying days of the Ontario 2025 election, the party leaders are still on the road. Steve and John Michael look into where they are and how the races are going in their home ridings. And the 2025 Ontario Election Candidates Debate on Disability Issues took place last week. The guys look into the concerns of Ontarians with disabilities and what the parties are saying they will do to help.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In anticipation of the upcoming Ontario Provincial Election, twelve agencies from across Ontario organized a political debate on February 19th, 2025. The debate allowed representatives from each major political part to address major issues that affect the disability community. David Lepofsky, chair of the AODA Alliance and one of the organizers of the debate joined host Grant Hardy and his special guest co-host Jacob Shymanski on The Pulse after the debate. David provided an update on what the party's platforms are on major disability issues like ODSP, housing, and social services budget cuts. Plus, at the end of the episode David, Grant, and Jacob discuss accessible voting.  Check out the Pulse on YouTube!About AMIAMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+Learn more at AMI.caConnect with Accessible Media Inc. online:X /Twitter @AccessibleMediaInstagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audioFacebook at @AccessibleMediaIncTikTok @AccessibleMediaIncEmail feedback@ami.ca

Joining Brendan to discuss the stories making the headlines in the Sunday papers were; David W.Higgins, Economist, Prof Niamh Hourigan, Vice President of Academic Affairs at Mary Immaculate College, Finian McGrath, former Independent TD and Minister of State for Disability Issues and Alison O' Connor, Columnist with The Sunday Times.

Joyce welcomes Marcie Roth, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the World Institute on Disability (WID). Each year December 3rd is recognized to promote an understanding of disability issues and to generate support for the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities. WID helps assure that products and services are more accessible. It also promotes equity policies, provides consulting services, offers training and tools. WID also supports emergency, disaster, and climate efforts. Ms. Roth will be discussing their mission and International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD).

Senator Jordon Steele-John represents the Australian Greens in Australia's Senate/. He is a prominent advocate for the rights of disabled people and in this podcast discusses the recent use by the Prime Minister of language that members of the disabled community found offensive, the status of the process accommodating disabled members of the community in the parliamentary precinct, and also some of the continuing challenges he faces as a parliamentarian with a disability. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Project 2025 calls for massive changes in our government, and as usual, massive change would bring massive problems for people with disabilities. We talk about the hidden, and not so hidden, effect of this plan on our community. Project 2025, created by the Heritage Foundation has been called the blueprint for the next Trump administration. Within the document's 900+ pages are calls for banning abortion, dismantling Medicare, taking down the Department of Education and giving the president the power to fire government employees who aren't loyal to him. Gianna Lacofano Today we will hear perspectives on Project 2025 from four people with disabilities. Gianna Lacofano and Amanda Harrinauth will discuss the plan's possible impact on people with autism, such as themselves. Donna Regal and Judy Jackon will also discuss the document from the perspective of an older adult with chronic health conditions. Additionally, Pushing Limits collective members will discuss what Project 2025 says about people with disabilities. This program was produced by Jacob Lesner-Buxton, edited by Denny Daughters, and hosted by Talia Thompson-Mariano. Links to information featured on today's program: California Alliance for Retired Americans: CARA Copy of Project 2025 Register to vote in California Ca easy voter guide Website of Amanda Harrinauth The post Project 2025 – Disability Issues, Pushing Limits – October 11, 2024 appeared first on KPFA.

B.C.'s political party leaders are set to square off in a televised debate tonight starting at 6:30 p.m. PT. We go over what to expect, and ask listeners what they want to hear.After the news, we hear from Disability Without Poverty — a grassroots movement led by disabled people — on what issues need more attention in this election campaign.

Last week, National MP Melissa Lee was demoted from Cabinet and stripped of the Media portfolio. National's Penny Simmonds was also taken off the Disability Issues portfolio. This comes after Lee faced criticism for her response to Warner Brothers Discovery announcing it would be shutting down Newshub and Simmonds apologising for mishandling the announcement of changes to purchasing rules for disabled people's equipment and support services. News and Editorial Director, Jessica Hopkins, spoke to PhD Candidate in New Zealand Politics at the University of Otago, Michael Derek Swanson, about this cabinet reshuffle and the public response to it. She started off the interview asking Swanson about Lee and Simmonds time in their various roles. 

Advocates for New Zealanders with disabilities are welcoming Louise Upston taking over from Ms Simmonds as the new Minister for Disability Issues. Chief executive of the New Zealand Disability Support Network, Peter Reynolds speaks to Lisa Owen

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon dropped a shocking cabinet reshuffle yesterday, stripping two ministers of their portfolios.   Melissa Lee is out of cabinet and lost the Media and Communications portfolio and Penny Simmonds has been dropped as Disability Issues Minister.  Luxon tells Roman Travers the complexity of the two portfolios has increased dramatically over the last few months and he wants them handled by more senior Cabinet ministers.  Paul Goldsmith will take over Media and Communications, while Louise Upston will pick up the Disability Issues portfolio. Luxon says these ministers have good synergies in their respective portfolios to take these new roles on board. Goldsmith currently looks after Arts, Culture and Heritage and Upston is Minister for Social Development.   LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a surprise move, Melissa Lee has been booted from Cabinet and stripped of the Media portfolio, and Penny Simmonds has lost the Disability Issues portfolio in a reshuffle. Simmonds was a minister outside of Cabinet. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith would take over the Media and Broadcasting role, while Social Development Minister Louise Upston would pick up Disability Issues.

Disability communities have been rallying against a surprise change in purchasing rules in the Ministry of Disabled People Whaikaha. Communities have said the changes will have massive impact, despite no consultation on these changes or a formal announcement.  The Department of Conversation also recently proposed staffing cuts to meet funding demands. DoC controls a third of Aotearoa's landmass which is all conservation land. It remains uncertain how job losses in the Ministry could impact conservation land management. For weekly catch-up with the Labour party Wire Host Caeden spoke to Labour spokesperson for Disability Issues and Conservation Priyanca Rahdakrishnan about both of these issues.

Disability communities have been rallying against a surprise change in purchasing rules in the Ministry of Disabled People Whaikaha. Communities have said the changes will have massive impact, despite no consultation on these changes or a formal announcement.  The Department of Conversation also recently proposed staffing cuts to meet funding demands. DoC controls a third of Aotearoa's landmass which is all conservation land. It remains uncertain how job losses in the Ministry could impact conservation land management. For weekly catch-up with the Labour party Wire Host Caeden spoke to Labour spokesperson for Disability Issues and Conservation Priyanca Rahdakrishnan about both of these issues.

Rt Hon CHRIS HIPKINS to the Prime Minister: Does he have confidence in the Minister for Disability Issues? RIMA NAKHLE to the Minister of Finance: What recent announcements has she made on the Budget? DEBBIE NGAREWA-PACKER to the Prime Minister: Does he stand by his Government's policies and actions? Hon PRIYANCA RADHAKRISHNAN to the Minister for Disability Issues: Does she stand by all her statements and actions? Dr CARLOS CHEUNG to the Minister of Health: What recent announcements has the Government made about assisting New Zealanders who need to travel to receive health treatment? Hon BARBARA EDMONDS to the Minister of Finance: Does she stand by all her statements and actions? GRANT McCALLUM to the Minister of Transport: What recent reports has he seen on the Brynderwyn Hills? CHLÖE SWARBRICK to the Prime Minister: Does he stand by all his Government's statements and actions? CAMILLA BELICH to the Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety: Does she stand by all her statements and actions? SAM UFFINDELL to the Minister for Space: What recent announcement has she made in her Space portfolio? STEVE ABEL to the Minister for Regional Development: Does he stand by his statement that "Seabed mining has a legitimate place in New Zealand's regional economy"; if not, why not? REUBEN DAVIDSON to the Minister of Statistics: Does he stand by all his statements and actions?

Last week, on Monday 18th March, Whaikaha - the Ministry for Disabled People announced that it was making changes to its Purchasing Rules and Equipment and Modification Services.  These changes mean that people can no longer use disability funding for expenses that provide respite, self-care services for carers and whānau, gifts for volunteers providing support, and overseas and domestic travel costs.  The changes came into effect the same day they were announced.  Producer Sofia Roger Williams spoke to Labour MP and Spokesperson for Disability Issues, Priyanca Radhakrishnan, about these changes and the implications they will have for disabled communities and whānau. 

The Government's being accused of blindsiding the disabled community when it changed funding for some services this week. Joshua Perry lives in his Dunedin home and says the individualised funding cut will mean he can't afford to pay for caregivers to travel with him for work and shopping. Disability Issues Minister Penny Simmonds spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

What does 2024 hold for people with disabilities? Rabia Khedr reflects on some of the trends and challenges for disability issues in Canada. This is the January 16, 2024, episode.

2023 has seen a lot of high and lows on the disability front. Rabia Khedra breaks down some of the highlights. From the December 19, 2023, episode.

Advocates for disabled people are disappointed the newly appointed Minister for Disability Issues - National's Penny Simmonds - doesn't have a seat at the Cabinet table. The Disability Support Network's chief executive Peter Reynolds says, with Simmonds being a Minister outside of Cabinet, it will make it hard for her to get leverage with her Cabinet colleagues. Reynolds spoke to Corin Dann.

Persistence and focus have paid off for one Labor Department policy advisor. His beat for 23 years of federal service has been access for people with disabilities, access to transportation, jobs, and technology at the federal and state levels. For his work he's a finalist in this year's Service to America Medals program. Supervisory Policy Advisor Michael Reardon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Persistence and focus have paid off for one Labor Department policy advisor. His beat for 23 years of federal service has been access for people with disabilities, access to transportation, jobs, and technology at the federal and state levels. For his work he's a finalist in this year's Service to America Medals program. Supervisory Policy Advisor Michael Reardon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Carmel Sepuloni first entered Parliament after the 2008 general election as a List member, becoming New Zealand's first MP of Tongan descent.  She is the MP for Kelston and has been New Zealand's Minister for Social Development since 2017.  She is also Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage plus Associate Minister of Foreign affairs focussing on the Pacific  She was also previously the Minister for ACC and Minister for Disability Issues.  Born and raised in Waitara, Taranaki, Sepuloni moved to Auckland in 1996.  Carmel Sepuloni is now New Zealand's first Pasifika Deputy Prime Minister...  The Honorable Carmel Sepuloni joined Simon Barnett & James Daniels for this week's Six & A Song. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Michael Babcock fills us in on Smart Glance, a new feature for Jaws that analyzes text information like font and colour to highlight visual points of interest on the page. The FIFA World Cup is just days away and Canada is in for the first time since 1986. We get the details with The Neutral Zone's Josh Watson. AMI's Original Podcast "The Pulse" is now available in video on YouTube. Host, Joeita Gupta, joins us to talk about the evolution of the show and the conversations that put a spotlight on disability issues across Canada. Fans of Murdoch Mysteries have a chance to step behind the scenes and experience the history, science, and fashion of the internationally acclaimed show. Community Reporter, Annette Dennis fills us in from London, Ontario. Holiday time is upon us! Independent Living Specialist, Leanne Baarda brings us a holiday fun guide with tips on tree trimming, personalized gifts, and sensory activities for kids with sight loss! The exclusion of students with disabilities from the classroom is a persistent problem. On Know Your Rights, Danielle McLaughlin discusses the options for parents or kids who feel they're being shut out.

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Finian McGrath, Former Minister of State for Disability Issues; Josepha Madigan, Minister of State for Special Education & Inclusion and Fine Gael TD for Dublin Rathdown; Mairéad Farrell, Sinn Féin TD for Galway West; Michael Fitzmaurice, Independent TD for Roscommon-Galway

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On today's interview I am so tremendously honored to be joined by the very person that got me involved in politics and none other than Candice Bergen the MP for Portage-Lisgar, Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada, and Leader of the Opposition. Today Aidan and Candice talk about her career and why she got involved in politics, the work she is doing as leader to unite our strong party, and the Trudeau liberals disastrous decision to remove mandatory minimums. You can check out all the amazing work Candice is doing right here https://candicebergen.ca/ and here https://www.conservative.ca/ Recorded on 05/31/2022 The Hon. Candice Bergen was first elected to the House of Commons in 2008 and was re-elected in the 2011, 2015, 2019 and 2021 elections, representing the riding Portage-Lisgar in Manitoba and is currently serving as the Conservative Deputy Leader. Between 2013 and 2015, Candice served as Canada's Minister of State for Social Development having previously served as Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Public Safety. In her role as Minister of State for Social Development, she worked with all provinces and territories to ensure Canada's affordable housing programs were fair to taxpayers and sustainable for those families needing support. She also reformed the government's Homelessness Partnering Strategy towards an evidence-based housing first approach that is producing measurable results in reducing homelessness. As the lead Minister responsible for the Office of Disability Issues, Candice ensured families and Canadians living with disabilities were supported through world-leading programs such as the Registered Disability Savings Plan, Opportunities Fund and Enabling Accessibility Fund. On November 20th, 2015, Candice was appointed to the Opposition Shadow Cabinet as Critic for the Natural Resources Portfolio. On September 15, 2016 Candice was appointed as Conservative House Leader by Interim Conservative Leader, Rona Ambrose. In August 2017, she was reappointed as the Conservative House Leader by the Party's new leader, Andrew Scheer. Most recently in August 2020, Candice was appointed by Conservative Leader, the Hon. Erin O'Toole, as Deputy Leader. She was reappointed to the role in November 2021. As Deputy Leader, Candice has been given the task of connecting the Conservative Party with companies expanding their focus on ESG (Environment & Social Governance) to lessen their impact on the environment and attract new, green investment. Conservatives understand that companies, especially in the energy sector, are turning to green governance to make Canada's already clean, ethical energy, even better. Candice brings extensive experience in both the business and political communities. Prior to becoming a Member of Parliament, she worked in the financial planning industry, and was the Manitoba Campaign Manager for Stephen Harper's leadership bid for the Conservative Party of Canada. She has also acted as an advisor to several Members of Parliament and served as Chief Organizer for the Conservative Party of Canada in Manitoba. Candice is also committed to her community and has done extensive volunteer work within Manitoba. She has dedicated her time to various youth groups and has worked with at-risk youth as well adults in correctional facilities. She has also volunteered with the palliative care program at her local hospital, Boundary Trails Health Centre. Born in Morden, Manitoba, Candice now resides in Oak Bluff, Manitoba with her husband, Michael.

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David Lepofsky from the AODA Alliance discusses some disability-related issues present in the lead up to Ontario's upcoming election. From the May 10, 2022, episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: David Lepofsky from the AODA Alliance discusses some disability-related issues present in the lead up to Ontario's upcoming election. Lawrence Gunther offers up some insight on the environmental impact of biofuel on British Columbia's old growth forests. And community reporter Elizabeth Mohler gives you details about this year's Cycle for Sight event in Toronto. This is the May 10, 2022, episode.

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It can be difficult to renovate your kitchen when you have disability issues. But it's not impossible! In this podcast, we talk about some tips for renovating your kitchen even if you have limited mobility. Stay tuned for some great advice from Heidi Hunyh, an expert in helping older Americans and disabled people return home from assisted living or rehab homes.

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Finian McGrath, Former Independent TD for Dublin Bay North and Former Minister of State for Disability Issues, Olivia O'Leary, Broadcaster & Columnist and Rosaleen Linehan, stage and screen actress , join Brendan to discuss cocooners emerging from COVID 19.

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What kind of skin issues do cats get and what symptoms should we watch out for? Our Veterinarian, Danielle Jongkind discusses this next. It's officially Fall food season! Nutritionist, Julia Karantjas walks us through some of the seasons best healthy flavors next. There's a new, bold BBQ Sauce that is taking the market by storm. How is it made? What does it pair with? We learn more with Phil Kyprianou, founder of GothRider. There's a comedy show coming up in St. John's Newfoundland. Community Reporter, Kim Thistle tells us all about it. With the Federal Election right around the corner, we get the lowdown on the accessible aspects with Duane Morgan Executive Director for CNIB Newfoundland & Labrador, and CNIB New Brunswick and consultant with Elections Canada's Advisory Group for Disability Issues. On our monthly collections segment, we're discussing the scented candle collection of our very own bestie from the UK, Fern Lulham!Find Kelly & Company on YouTube! About AMI AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca. Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+ Learn more at AMI.ca Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online: - X /Twitter @AccessibleMedia - Instagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audio - Facebook at @AccessibleMediaInc - TikTok @AccessibleMediaInc - Email feedback@ami.ca

With the Federal Election right around the corner, we get the lowdown on the accessible aspects with Duane Morgan Executive Director for CNIB Newfoundland & Labrador, and CNIB New Brunswick and consultant with Elections Canada's Advisory Group for Disability Issues.Find Kelly & Company on YouTube! About AMI AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca. Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+ Learn more at AMI.ca Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online: - X /Twitter @AccessibleMedia - Instagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audio - Facebook at @AccessibleMediaInc - TikTok @AccessibleMediaInc - Email feedback@ami.ca

In this episode, Rio explores Love and Sexuality in the only way he knows how, getting super TMI. He has two close friends who dance at a cabaret near him. These insightful ladies, Cherry and Gracie share stories from the clubs they've worked in and go deep with Rio on sexual empowerment. As you're listening, you can picture how many times Rio jeered during editing, at the fact that his parent's will definitely 100% be listening to this episode.WARNING: This episode is very NSFWwe talk about Sex in detail and kinks and fetishes and sexual fascinations. So, no judge if you'd rather skip this episode.

After a deep intro about the etymology of the word Disability, we departure into an episode exploring music and nostalgia with Rio and his brother, Kino. Going down the rabbit hole about genre, looking at the similarities between black metal and blues, and diving deep into the beautiful emotion that is angst. Follow the Finnegan brothers as they wander out of the Spencer Gifts and into the Hot Topic, and then back out again to get an Orange Julius.Plus, in case you're a curious being that wants to know who we primarily listened to and chatted about, here is a list:Lingua IgnotaZeal & ArdorSOPHIERobert JohnsonNickelback

In the Second episode of Bionic Centaur, Rio brings on his brother Kino Finnegan and they get DEEP. They explore intense topics like Identity, Tropes in movies with disabled characters and Toxic Masculinity, and because they are who they are, they also cant help but goof on each other too. Also, two celebrities of Hollywood elite come by to visit Rio. If Rio had a dollar for every time he said "Fascinating" in this episode, he'd be able to buy a used i-Pad off eBay, whether its really as fascinating as he says, that is for you to decide.             CONTENT WARNING: There is a part of the conversation (1:29:00) that involves Sexual Abuse and Suicide when talking about Toxic Masculinity  and this country's mental health crisis.

Sex Stores, The Godfather and Crippling Anxiety! Rio and Russel open the first episode by getting real with each other!

To celebrate the 75th anniversary of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, WGA Policy Associate Lauren Cloward spoke with Bobby Silverstein, Legislative Counsel to the State Exchange on Employment and Disability (SEED), about the Work Matters policy framework, which serves as a repository of best practices for improving disability employment. Lauren then explored the innovative ways the Work Matters framework is being used to achieve workforce inclusivity in states with Kristin Vandagriff, Executive Director for the Alaska Governor's Council on Disabilities and Special Education; Elizabeth Gordon, Executive Director for the Washington Governor's Committee on Disability Issues and Employment; and Rob Hines, Director of the Washington State Division of Vocational Rehabilitation. Learn more about SEED's ongoing work on disability employment by visiting their website. Produced by: Tyler Losier