M4G Advocacy Media

In this week's episode of #Journeys , we chatted with Solène Anglaret! We talked about #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #neurodiversity and #inclusion 00:00 Intro 02:08 Solène's Journey 05:38 Neurodivergent and Authentic Influence 11:11 The Intersectionality Of It All 21:04 Nothing About Us Without Us, Lived Experiences & Ambition 24:22 Receptive Disability Language, Wordage Empathy 44:3...

On today's episode of #Journeys we chatted with Julia Duff - Executive Director of The Spina Bifida Association of New York State ! We talked about #advocacy , #equity and #inclusion. 00:00 Intro 02:08 Julia's Journey 05:55 Being An Ally For Spina Bifida 10:02 Lack Of Basic Care, Support And Opportunities 13:34 Making A Difference, Illuminating Capabilities 15:46 Advocating And Caring Abou...

Today we spoke with Marjorie Aunos in an impactful episode! She talks to us about creating a more #accessible and #inclusive world, society's distorted #narratives , #InternalizedAbleism , and the struggles (and strengths!) of #parents with disabilities. 00:00 Intro 02:44 Marjorie's Journey 20:12 Access To Care In Canada 24:09 Our Children Are Much More Empathetic and Inclusive 32:52 Littl...

We had a great discussion with Puneet Singhal about his #advocacy initiatives and the challenges he faces doing this work in #India. 00:00 Intro 02:33 Puneet's Journey 06:11 Common Souls, Common Goals 10:00 Resources, Communication & Equal Access 15:22 Complicated Dynamics 16:20 Generational Internalization 18:38 Global Advocacy Network 21:17 Redefining Harmful Narratives And Perceptions 2...

We had a great chat with Samantha Maxwell and her publisher Allan Longshadow about inclusion, accessibility and barriers faced by people with disabilities. 00:00 Intro 03:29 Samantha's Journey 08:10 Changing Perceptions Together 09:53 Samantha's Book "CP Isn't Me" 11:53 Where Experience And Advocacy Meet Respectfully 14:37 A Collective Journey 15:30 Employers And Disability 2...

On this episode of Journeys we talk with advocate, author and caregiver George D. Williams about caring for his autistic son, his books and much more!   00:00   Intro 01:46   George and Nathan's Journey 07:46   Addressing Needs Fairly 13:40   Media's Harmful Portrayal Of Disabilities 16:20   Nathan's Misunderstood Communication and Trying To Help Others Understand 19:00   Tackling Diff...

Join us as we talk with Nicole Smith about her parenting journey as a caregiver for her daughter. We discussed navigating the medical system as a parent of a child with a disability. We talked about society’s prejudices in general and much more! 00:00 Intro 02:14 Nicole's Journey 13:00 Lessons We Are Missing 15:58 The Joy & Honor Of Raising A Child With A Disability 19:24 Teaching And Lear...

We had a great discussion with Simon Manda - Editor of ThisABILITY newspaper. He share some insights us and news about the disability community in South Africa! 00:00 Intro 02:19 Simon's Journey 03:35 ThisABILITY Newspaper Is Born! 05:37 Growth & Economic Impact 09:25 Media Representation & FAME Week 15:42 Progressive Inclusion Realities 20:00 South African Tokenism Is Called Fronting...

In this Episode Of Under The Surface: A Disability Community Roundtable, we discuss authenticity and the necessity for us to face our challenges and embrace them to move forward. PLEASE SHARE THIS EVENT! LINKS: https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/basics/authenticity ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkr...

We talked to one of our favorite guests, Lisa Louis to get updates on life and break down some important topics!   00:00   Intro 02:40   Lisa's Update Journey 10:27   Love And Patience To Meet People Where They Are 17:57  Hikingautism.com- Supportive, Social Hikes 21:21   Facing Overwhelming Activities 22:16   Optimistic Appreciation 26:38   Giving Others Grace To Understand  28:52   A Forgott...

We talked to Lya Badgley about her book The Foreigner's Confession! Contribute to the conversation by leaving a comment. 00:00 Intro 02:18 Lya's Journey 13:52 An Outlet of Hope and Encouragement 16:54 The Influence Of Media 18:00 Generational Biases 21:04 Blessings In Disguise 26:21 Ability, Disability And Redefining Terms 31:12 Language Shows Us Who We Are And Teaches Us Who We Have Been...

In this Episode Of Under The Surface: A Disability Community Roundtable, we discuss resilience and ways in which we can persevere in hard times. PLEASE SHARE THIS EVENT! ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advoca...

Join us as we re-connect with one of our favorite guests, Ann Crowe! 00:00 Intro 04:12 Ann's Update With Rock Steady Boxing 08:28 Adapting and Re-adapting 10:05 Finding Blessings In The Midst Of Change and Fear 11:35 A Connected Labyrinth of Journeys 12:50 Identifying Your Purpose Through Self-Acceptance 17:00 Humor In Disastrous Anxiety 18:52 Helping Others Discover Their Purpose Too 22:02 Vo...

Listen to the great conversation that Krystal and I had with Adam David Jones who's doing some great work to make the world safer for everyone! 00:00 Intro 02:19 Adam's Journey 13:57 A Solution To Protect 16:45 Cutting Through Biases 19:57 AI Arguments & Self Regulation 21:27 Discerning Who Will Use AI In Positive Ways For All Of Humanity 23:21 AI And Emergency Services 24:00 Zeer Safe...

This is Part 2 - a continuation of the discussion we started with Sheldon Lewis. In this part, we talk more accessibility and the work he's doing with accessiBe! 01:44 Finding Your Circle Of Support 05:14 A World Of Honest Inclusion 08:36 Accessibe's Mission And Valuable Inclusivity Resources 15:19 Accessibe's Non-Profit Partnership Program 16:06 A Reason To Have Hope! 17:39 Accessibe&...

This is Part 1 of a great conversation that we had with Sheldon Lewis about his journey, accessibility and more! 00:00 Intro 02:25 Sheldon's Journey 29:18 A Receptive Generation & Forging A Path Of Acceptance 32:33 Similar Experiences & Equality 34:13 Hidden Hope 35:53 Unintended Consequences 39:05 Outside Reactions To Disability 41:49 Finding Your Circle Of Support LINKS: Sheldon on F...

In this Episode Of Under The Surface: A Disability Community Roundtable, we discuss courage! PLEASE SHARE THIS EVENT! ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/m4g-advocacy-media/ Want to be a guest on the podcast? Sign up...

We talked in-depth with Michael Hingson - Chief Vison Officer at accessiBe - about accessibility, inclusion and how he turns perceived weaknesses into strengths! 00:00 Intro 03:13 Mike's Journey 14:00 A Disability Unknown 16:04 Humble Beginnings of PC Based CAD 17:00 A Drastic Change of Plans on 9/11/2001 20:18 Understanding Safety Measures and Routes 21:05 Becoming A Keynote Public Speaker An...

Krystal and I got to speak with Daniel Hodges, one of the founders of the Peaces of Me Foundation, about his journey, inclusion and a whole lot more! 00:00 Intro 02:30 Daniel's Journey 15:03 Shifting The Paradigm 18:35 Meet People Where They Are At 21:16 Greater Access = Greater Opportunities For Advancements 22:30 Overcoming The Fear And Embracing Change 24:46 Breaking Stigmas With Honest Dia...

We spoke with Victoria Moore who created the Tap For All dance program to create more inclusion for people with disabilities! 00:00 Intro 02:42 Victoria's Journey 07:03 A New Journey For Dance 08:53 Beautiful Ability Within A Disability 10:38 Adapting Choreography 12:00 'Peg Leg' Bates, Gene Kelly & Donald O'Connor 15:17 Tap Gloves & Educating For Tap For All! 17:58 Present...

Krystal and I had a great talk with Katie Mazeika about her journey navigating the world of disability and book publishing. 00:00 Intro 01:24 Katie's Journey 13:54 Art Portfolio of Authors 15:47 Agents and M.A.T.S. (Make Art That Sells) 17:50 The New Path Beginning With 'Annette' 20:15 Another Perspective Opens Doors 22:41 Helping Kids Build Confidence and Empathy 24:25 Joni Eareckson...

In this Episode Of Under The Surface: A Disability Community Roundtable, we discuss hope and grace and ways in which we can maintain those values in uncertain times. PLEASE SHARE THIS EVENT! ___ WAYS YOU CAN HELP Buy us a coffee or tea to help us continue to be able to share this content - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/m4gkrysandmark Pick up some merchandise on our online store: https://www.bonfire...

This is Part 2 - a continuation of the discussion we had with John Morris. In this part, we talk more about disability advocacy, the systems that hold us back and the projects that he's working on. 00:00 Intro 01:44 Continued from last time on Journeys 02:14 Diversified Approach 04:00 Travel Accommodations 07:27 Disability Terminology Debate 11:57 Medical vs. Social Model 13:09 By And For The...

This is Part 1 of a great conversation that we had with John Morris about his journey, disability advocacy and more! 0:00 Intro 2:35 John's Journey 11:24 Wheelchair Travel's Humble Beginnings 13:02 Living In A Non-Disabled Bubble 14:38 Sharing the Message of Inclusion and Recognition 17:34 Humanity and Healthy Co-dependency 19:48 The Potential That Exists 22:00 Impactful Opportunities 23:3...

We had an amazing and heartfelt conversation with Penny Melville-Brown about her journey through life! 00:00 Intro 03:34 Penny's Journey 13:00 'Living With Disability' book/Work For Yourself Program 15:12 Multigenerational negative impacts 19:15 Baking Blind Adventures & Recipes 23:13 An Unfortunate Setback 27:00 Pandemic Optimism 28:02 Talking Newspaper Federation of the UK 28:40...