The All 4 Inclusion Pod

"Do you think they want to be on the streets?" In this episode of the All 4 Inclusion Podcast, Scott Whitney discusses the pressing issues surrounding disability employment, lack of government support, and the importance of personal independence payments. He emphasizes the need for the government to lead by example in employing disabled individuals and providing timely assistance for tho...

In this episode, Andi speaks with Maz from Oban Lesbian + Weekend about the importance of inclusivity and accessibility in events for LGBTQIA+ women. They discuss the various activities available, the supportive community atmosphere, and the mental health resources provided at the event. Maz shares her personal experiences with invisible disabilities and how they shape the event's approach to acce...

All 4 Inclusion founder has been to see Fighters documentary, the new documentary directed by Michael Grimmett and Jack Tompkins. The story follows Matt Edwards an amputee boxer with a fight outside the ring so he can fight inside it. The film emphasizes the societal challenges faced by disabled people, the importance of inclusion, and the power of storytelling in advocating for change. Matt Edwar...

The conversation between Kevin Daws and Michael Grimmett revolves around the film 'Fighters', which explores the struggles for equality faced by disabled individuals, told using the lens of boxing. The discussion highlights the societal barriers, ableism, and the personal journeys of the disabled people featuring in the film. It emphasizes the need for cultural change, equal access, and th...

Our Fathers Day special is with Ashley Johnson. Ashley is the father of 2 NICU graduates and founder of Haijahr Hiajahr focuses on matching charities and businesses together. Whilst Ashley uses his lived experience to do talks and presentations within other NICU wards. Ashley Johnson shares his profound journey as a father of two NICU graduates. He discusses the emotional challenges faced during t...

Our first episode with Matt Witts interviewing one of our All 4 Inclusion members. Lucas is a keen photographer and has a rare condition called Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex, also known as E.B Simplex. In this conversation, Lucas shares his personal experiences living with epidermolysis bullosa simplex, a rare genetic skin condition that causes severe blistering. He discusses the daily challenges...

In this conversation, Scott Whitney delves into the profound question of the meaning of life, exploring personal goals and the quest for peace amidst societal chaos. He reflects on the importance of self-care, mental well-being, and the impact of leadership on individual happiness. The discussion emphasizes the need for basic human needs to be met before pursuing higher aspirations, urging listene...

Send us a text Andi Knowles is back with her second podcast looking at why it's important to look at disability through an intersectional lens. This time Andi is speaking with Tony McCaffery (they/them) founder and CEO of Diversity Scotland. In this conversation, Tony McCaffery discusses their identity as a genderqueer person and the intersection of this identity with their experiences of dis...

Send us a text For Deaf Awareness Week Kevin spoke to Keith Lakeman, author of Silent Triumphs. In this conversation, Keith Lakeman shares his personal experiences as a hard of hearing individual and discusses the challenges faced by those with hearing impairments.  He emphasizes the importance of Deaf Awareness Week and the need for community inclusion. Keith also highlights the role of trade uni...

Send us a text Chosen Family: Family isn't blood; it's love Andi Knowles makes her All 4 Inclusion host debut as she interviews Merlin the Grey. In this episode of the All 4 Inclusion podcast, host Andi interviews Merlin the Grey, who shares his journey of self-discovery as a trans masc person with a disability. The conversation explores themes of intersectionality, the challenges of acc...

Send us a text In this conversation, Scott Whitney discusses the challenges surrounding Personal Independence Payments (PIP) and the barriers disabled individuals face in the workforce.  He highlights the high rate of appeals against PIP decisions and shares personal experiences that illustrate the daily struggles of living with a disability.  Scott emphasises the need for better support systems a...

Send us a text Following Kevin Daws interview with Baroness Tanni Grey Thompson, Scott Whitney asked the Paralympic gold medalist for her opinion on accessible hotels. This short podcast tells hotels (and other industries) how to improve things for disabled people Tanni is straight to the point with her answer Do you agree with her? For more on All 4 Inclusion visit our website www.all4inclusion.o...

Send us a text "We have to stand up and make those challenges." Presenter Kevin Daws sits down with Torbay MP Steve Darling. Steve has been on the Torbay council since the mid 90s and been an MP since 2024. In fact Steve is one of a few disabled MP's as he is registered blind. Kevin asks Steve what it's like to be a role model for people with disabilities Steve talks about Jenn...

Send us a text In this conversation Kevin Daws asks founder Scott Whitney to share his personal journey of becoming disabled and how it led to the creation of All 4 Inclusion, an initiative aimed at supporting individuals with disabilities.  He discusses the unique aspects of the All 4 Inclusion Awards, emphasizing their focus on recognising everyday individuals rather than just high-profile figur...

Send us a text In this episode, Scott Whitney reflects on the recent Empowerment Awards, highlighting the importance of celebrating the disability community. He shares personal experiences of the challenges faced by disabled individuals in accessing public transport to get to venues, emphasising the need for better accessibility and awareness.  The conversation underscores the ongoing issues of so...

Send us a text All 4 Inclusion presenter Kevin Daws catches up with Baroness Tanni Grey Thompson. Kevin started interviewing people in written form to celebrate Disability History Month for All 4 Inclusion in October 2024. Following the success of these Interviews it was decided that we would continue these using our podcast and YouTube channel to present them. You will also be able to catch up wi...

Send us a text This episode of the All 4 Inclusion Pod focuses on social housing for wheelchair users. Wheelchairs users may make up 8% of the disability community, but accessible housing will make people feel less isolated. Some of the benefits of adaptations to a property boost living standards for non disabled people and people with other disabilities to. I can only share my personal lived expe...

Send us a text Guess who is back The All 4 Inclusion Pod has returned.......... did you miss us? It's almost a brand new pod It's a brand new format All episodes under 10 minutes will be a real challenge but it's one we are up for We will now be talking a lot more about our community and what impacts our community Today we included the snow and ice Some behind the scenes work with I...

Send us a text When those you trust work against you, what do you do and who do you turn too ? Getting a diagnosis of being autistic or having ADHD is not quick and it's far from simple The support for parents of autistic children is worse, but is it improving or is it getting worse Jolene, a parent from South Wales was diagnosed Autistic and with ADHD within the past 18 months. Her three chi...

Send us a text This episode started with a comment on a post I made saying about the support parents give their Autistic children. Nausheen Junaid replied - and siblings  That was the start of this episode as it's true, parents will see it different to children. Both will see it different to the autistic person themselves. Don't get me started on the tutting person across the room who ha...

Send us a text This was recorded on World Book Day, and neither me or Will mentioned this, despite being at my daughter reading in school earlier in the morning. Will Dean is one of my favourite authors. He writes a crime series based in Sweden, where his main character is deaf.  Will explains the inspiration for developing the character of Tuva Moodyson and how he researched her (with a lot of he...

Send us a text Joining us this week is Michael Grimmett. Michael might have Cerebral Palsy, but he is in charge of his life. Making a series of decisions along the way, some good and some, lets say not so good. I only know the good ones though. Michael rolls out some stories like his original transport method to work, the infamous Pizza in the rain, how he gets in to his local bar and why he doesn...

Send us a text Former elite athlete, Carly Tait tells her lived experience of menopause. Now 37, Carly is post menopause. When she was  experiencing peri menopause, the help was not there for her. She was not given the advice she would have wanted. To this day, it impacts Carly. Carly fights for inclusion within her career role, but the advice was not there for her. Blaming it on training patterns...

Send us a text Author of Through Autistic Eyes, Nicky Collins spoke at our January Disability Inclusion Networking event. I just had to share it with you all. Nicky takes time to offer coaching to late diagnosed autistic women, using her lived experience as a late diagnosed autistic to guide and support others. Nicky is very open about her experiences. Maybe that's the coach in her. She artic...

Send us a text Imagine being diagnosed in one of the leading medical facilities in the world and the Neurologists say they have never seen this before Enter New Jersey resident Lauren McDermott who endures the degenerative condition called Stiff Person Syndrome or SPS. A condition that is more well known now thanks to Celine Dion being diagnosed with Stiff Person Syndrome. When I say thanks, I wis...