Chats with Courtney

We are thrilled to welcome Abbey, a remarkable mother, nurse, disability advocate, and self-published children’s book author, to our podcast! 🌸 Abbey's journey is one of resilience and love. As a mother of two children, one of whom has a genetic disorder, she shares how her family ensures that disability does not define their daughter, Avery Joy. They embrace life, making sure Avery is includ...

🎙️ Had an incredible conversation on my podcast this afternoon with Kayla. She's a former para, special education teacher, and education specialist who has transformed into a small business owner, inclusion specialist, and mom of two. Since 2011, she's been deeply involved in the education sector, and at every step, her focus has remained on inclusion. 📚 Kayla noticed a significant lack o...

As the author of “Tag! You’re It” and “Not A Shot!” - two inspiring children’s books featuring Gabby & Nicky, characters with multiple disabilities -  @jannesydeleon  is passionate about creating a more inclusive literary landscape for young readers. In this episode,  @jannesydeleon shares the personal journey that led them to become an advocate for disability representation, the challenges of...

 Just wrapped up an incredibly insightful episode on my podcast, Episode 15, where we dove deep into important topics with Sydney! We discussed her journey with Chromosome 18q-proximal deletion, the hurdles she faced navigating life with a disability, and the beautiful moments of acceptance and inclusion she experienced along the way. 🌟 Sydney's perspective on creating a more disability-inclu...

"Empowered Journeys: Navigating Life with Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy 2B on Her Chronic Wellness" In this episode, we delve deep into the remarkable story of Amanda, exploring the unique challenges of living with Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy 2B. Join us as we unravel her inspiring journey and learn how her experiences have shaped her outlook on life. Discover the roots of @herchroni...

 As a wife, mom, and SLP with 13 years of experience, her passion for storytelling took an unexpected turn. 📚💖 Being a tortoise mom adds an extra layer of joy to her life! 🐢✨ Over the years, she's immersed herself in various aspects of speech-language pathology, from schools to private practice, aquatic therapy, and even hippotherapy. The idea of becoming an author wasn't in her plans,...

In the depths of life's challenges, Tawnie emerged as a true warrior—conquering not one but two brain aneurysms. Her journey is a testament to resilience, a story etched with courage and unwavering spirit. 💪 Now, she gracefully glides through the waters, a living beacon of hope, spreading awareness about this silent affliction. 🌟 Tawnie's tale is a reminder of the incredible strength wit...

🎙 Just had an incredible conversation on my podcast with Michelle Vinokurov, a powerhouse in the autism community! 🌈 Diagnosed at age 2, Michelle wears many hats – Behavior Specialist, RBT at Full Spectrum ABA, Blogger, and Co-Director of the Autistic Advocacy Program. She's making waves in FL public schools and beyond! 🚀 When she's not wearing her professional hats, Michelle runs the in...

🌟 Just wrapped up episode nine of "Chats with Courtney" and WOW, what an eye-opening conversation with the incredible Olivia Holler! 🎙️💬 🎓 A recent graduate from the Missouri Journalism School, Olivia brings a powerhouse combo of communication prowess and media know-how to the table. 🌐 But here's the real magic—her journey into digital marketing is deeply rooted in her personal e...

 Just had an amazing chat with the incredible Rosie Dunn on my latest episode of "Chat with Courtney"! 🎙️ Meet  @rosieroaming  , a 23-year-old powerhouse hailing from Nashville, TN, currently pursuing her Master's Degree in Disability Studies all the way from Dublin, Ireland. 📚🌍 🪑 Rosie's journey is nothing short of inspiring. A manual wheelchair user with a T6 complete spinal...

🌈 Delia Sosa: A Medical Trailblazer! 🏳️‍🌈 Meet Delia Sosa in our latest Chats with Courtney episode. As a second-year medical student, Delia's journey is truly inspiring. 💖 **Empowering 2SLGBTQIA+ Patients**: Delia, a transgender nonbinary individual, is passionate about serving 2SLGBTQIA+ patients, especially those of transgender and intersex experience, and those with marginalized identit...

🎙️ Meet Olivia! 🌟 Episode six of "Chats with Courtney" is now live on my podcast. Hey there, I'm  @olivia__murphyy  , or you can call me Liv. I'm a young woman in my twenties, navigating life with cerebral palsy, a neuromuscular disability that challenges my mobility. 🚶‍♀️💪 I hold a Bachelor's degree in communication with a concentration in public relations and a minor in...

I'm thrilled to bring you the fifth episode featuring the incredible Maria Cristina Donadio from Michigan. Her unwavering spirit and determination shine brightly as she shares her remarkable journey living with muscular dystrophy. 🦋 In this heart-to-heart chat, Maria opens up about her experiences growing up, her pursuit of an independent college life, and the challenges she's gracefully...

🌟 *Breaking Barriers in Love and Life! 💑* Just wrapped up an inspiring chat on the *Chats with Courtney* podcast, where we delved into the incredible journey of sisters, Jacqueline and Alexa, the dynamic duo behind @dateabilityapp 🚀 Jacqueline's resilience in the face of chronic illness is nothing short of awe-inspiring. 🌼 She's battled not only the physical challenges but also societa...

I just wrapped up an incredible conversation with Allie, a remarkable 42-year-old with SMA Type 2. Her journey took a profound turn when she began her EVRYSDI treatment in September 2020. 📅 👥 SMA Awareness Month and Advocacy: 👥 We dove into the significance of SMA Awareness Month in August, and how this treatment has transformed Allie's life. She even took to TikTok to document her inspirin...

Hey there, awesome folks! 👋 Today, let me introduce you to someone truly amazing - Rayven Hennecy So, picture this: Rayven used to be this hard-core surfer, riding the waves like a champ. But then life threw her a curveball, and two years ago, she became a C6/7 quadriplegic. 🌟 But here's the deal, the way she's tackled these challenges is downright inspiring. She's not just living li...