Resilience Squadron: Disability and Accessibility in Star Wars and its Fandom

The Resilience Squadron Podcast - Episode 10 - Roll of the Resistance Resilience Squadron is a periodic podcast where Greg Norman and Jack Vasvary share and discuss great stories related to disability, chronic illness, and mental health within the Star Wars fandom. In this episode we're joined by Lisa Belasco (ScavengerPrincess) to discuss major changes Disney recently made to the Disability Acces...

Resilience Squadron is a monthly podcast where Greg Norman and Jack Vasvary share and discuss great stories related to disability, chronic illness, and mental health within the Star Wars fandom. It's Celebration time. In this episode Greg and Jack are joined by Terrie Lee, who co-created the Facebook group Star Wars Celebration ADA Attendees, as they have an in-depth discussion with Austin Whitney...

Resilience Squadron is a monthly podcast where Greg Norman and Jack Vasvary share and discuss great stories related to disability, chronic illness, and mental health within the Star Wars fandom. In this episode Greg and Jack talk to Emma Mieko Candon, author of Star Wars Ronin: A Visions Novel, based on the short The Duel from the Star Wars Visions animated series. Emma, self-described as a queer,...

BlerdGirlJedi Maria is a Padawan of Recovery Greg and Jack welcome BlerdGirlJedi (Maria of Sistas with Sabers) on the show to share her story of trauma, mental health struggles, and addiction. It is a thought-provoking, emotional episode. Resilience Squadron is a podcast where Greg Norman and Jack Vasvary share and discuss great stories related to disability, chronic illness, and mental health wit...

Convention Accommodations from an Insider's Perspective In this episode we talk to Jon Engel, a promoter for 3 Rivers ComiCon, a convention happening in Pittsburgh on May 22 and 23. With the re-opening of Galaxy's Edge at Disneyland, precautions announced for Celebration 2022, and small and large events making plans to resume, we discuss what considerations Jon takes into account to allow for acco...

In this episode Greg and Jack are joined by Megan Rickards, who writes at her blog From an Autistic Point of View, to talk about the fan community and what it means to her from the perspective of an autistic fan. Resilience Squadron is a monthly podcast where Greg Norman and Jack Vasvary share and discuss great stories related to disability, chronic illness, and mental health within the Star Wars...

In this episode Jack and Greg talk galactic representation - their top 10 noteworthy Star Wars characters with disabilities across the Star Wars canon. Resilience Squadron is a monthly podcast where Jack Vasvary share and discuss great stories related to disability, chronic illness, and mental health within the Star Wars fandom. Disclaimer This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. It is not...

In this episode Jack and Greg talk about accessibility at the Galaxy's Edge theme parks, their own experiences visiting the one at Hollywood Studios in Florida, and the current impact and safety measures at the parks brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Disclaimer This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice. If you have questions about...

Resilience Squadron is a monthly podcast where Greg Norman and Jack Vasvary share and discuss great stories related to disability, chronic illness, and mental health within the Star Wars fandom. In this episode Jack and Greg discuss the latest announcements from Disney, observe the passings of David Prowse and Jeremy Bulloch while also exploring David's history of disability, and talk about some o...

Resilience Squadron is a monthly podcast where Greg Norman and Jack Vasvary share and discuss great stories related to disability, chronic illness, and mental health within the Star Wars fandom. On this premiere episode Jack and Greg discuss the personal stories behind their conditions and also their history as Star Wars fans. They also cover news from The Mandalorian and new Star Wars books that...

Resilience Squadron is a monthly podcast sharing the adventures, challenges, and representation of disabled and chronically ill fans across the Star Wars universe. Your hosts are Greg Norman and Jack Vasvary, and they share and discuss great stories related to disability, chronic illness, and mental health within the Star Wars fandom. Look forward to interviews and stories as Jack and Greg cover a...