thecastablepodcast

The CastABLE Podcast

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The castABLE Podcast is a space where we come together to discuss, educate, listen and abolish ableism in the entertainment industry. Both Queen hosts are very successful in this Industry. Kumi was born with a disability. Benai was an able bodied woman for 43 years of her life until an injury she sustained, eventually led her to becoming disabled.. Ableism is real, and education, and discussion is the only way to combat that. We created a space for people to understand without prejudice or labels. With the entertainment industry being the place where imagination can become reality, we thought...

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Nov 17, 2025

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The CastABLE Podcast Season 2: Episode 8: Wesley Ryan & "Places Please" 17.11.2025

The CastABLE Podcast is a space where we come together to discuss, educate, listen and abolish ableism in the entertainment industry. Both Queen hosts are very successful in this Industry. In this episode we have the "Bridge builder" Wesley Ryan @wesleyryann @placespleasetv TikTok: @wesleyryann.   If you are a disabled creative. If you are an able bodied creative. If you have questions or want to...

The CastABLE Podcast Season 2: Episode 9 Anti-Abelist Manifesto w Tiffany Yu 17.11.2025

The CastABLE Podcast is a space where we come together to discuss, educate, listen and abolish ableism in the entertainment industry. Both Queen hosts are very successful in this Industry. Happy 2nd Year Anniversary to us!! In this episode we have the incomparable Tiffany Yu  @imtiffany4163  Tiffany Yu is the CEO & Founder of Diversability, an award-winning social enterprise to elevate disabil...

The CastABLE Podcast: Season 2, Episode 7: Kaylee Bays 20.10.2025

The CastABLE Podcast is a space where we come together to discuss, educate, listen and abolish ableism in the entertainment industry.   Both Queen hosts are very successful in this Industry.   In this episode we have the INCREDIBLE Kaylee Bays.   If you are a disabled creative. If you are an able bodied creative. If you have questions or want to understand. If you are the parent of a disabled crea...

The CastABLE Podcast: Season 2, Episode 6: Disability Pride! 20.10.2025

The CastABLE Podcast is a space where we come together to discuss, educate, listen and abolish ableism in the entertainment industry. Both Queen hosts are very successful in this Industry. In this episode we discuss the importance of Disability Pride and how far we have come and yet how far we still have to go.   No guest. No interviews. Just REAL TALK.   If you are a disabled creative. If you are...

The CastABLE Podcast: Season 2, Episode 5: Breaking down Stereotypes 20.10.2025

The CastABLE Podcast is a space where we come together to discuss, educate, listen and abolish ableism in the entertainment industry. Both Queen hosts are very successful in this Industry. In this episode we try something new. We have such a beautiful banter together, we thought to just have a conversation and see where it goes. No guests. No interviews. Just REAL TALK.   If you are a disabled cre...

The CastABLE Podcast S2 Episode 4: Autism in Entertainment 20.10.2025

The CastABLE Podcast is a space where we come together to discuss, educate, listen and abolish ableism in the entertainment industry. On today's episode we have Johnna Cho, Judi Utal and Marlene Sharp from Autism in Entertainment ‪@AutismInEntertainment‬ www.autisminentertainment.org .    Established in May 2022, the Autism In Entertainment Workgroup includes educators, professionals, and family m...

The CastABLE Podcast S2 Episode 3: Julia Irzyk & The Library Agency 03.04.2025

The CastABLE Podcast is a space where we come together to discuss, educate, listen and abolish ableism in the entertainment industry. In this episode we have the honor of having Julia Irzyk the Head of The Library Agency. Julia Irzyk, owner and head librarian at the Library Agency, is a Los Angeles based Talent Agent and Attorney. A Texan, she moved out to Los Angeles in 2002, immediately followin...

The CastABLE Podcast Season 2 Episode 2: Paul Amadeus Lane & The Abilities Expo 02.03.2025

The CastABLE Podcast is a space where we come together to discuss, educate, listen and abolish ableism in the entertainment industry. In this episode we have the honor of having Paul Amadeus Lane joining us in the discussion.  @PaulAmadeusLane  . You can find out more on Paul at his website: paulamadeuslane.com Imagine a world where technology seamlessly integrates into every life, empowering indi...

The CastABLE Podcast: Season 2 Episode 1: The McCoy Family; Navigating life with a disabled child. 27.01.2025

The castABLE Podcast is a space where we come together to discuss, educate, listen and abolish ableism in the entertainment industry. In this episode we have the honor of having  the McCoy's   Josie Adams McCoy is a transplant from Helena, Montana with a BFA in Theatre from Webster University’s Conservatory of Theatre Arts. TV and Film credits include Big Eden and 90210. Theatre credits include th...

CastABLE Podcast Ep 11: Alex Barone & "Buddy Mooney from Zappa Looney" 27.12.2024

The CastABLE Podcast is a space where we come together to discuss, educate, listen and abolish ableism in the entertainment industry. In this episode we have the honor of having Alex Barone.

CastABLE Podcast Ep 10: "Color Book" & Dustin Presley CSA 27.12.2024

The CastABLE Podcast is a space where we come together to discuss, educate, listen and abolish ableism in the entertainment industry. In this episode we have the honor of having Dustin Presely CSA. An award winning Casting Director and all around AMAZING human. He comes to sit down and discuss how he works to abolish ableism n the Industry and also shares his experience with the production of "Col...

CastABLE Podcast Ep 9: Discussion w Baileigh Sinaman -Daniel 27.12.2024

The castABLE Podcast is a space where we come together to discuss, educate, listen and abolish ableism in the entertainment industry. In this episode we have the honor of having the SHINING STAR Baileigh Sinaman-Daniel.

CastABLE Podcast Ep 8: Discussion w Theater Casting Director Allen Lucky Weaver. 27.12.2024

The castABLE Podcast is a space where we come together to discuss, educate, listen and abolish ableism in the entertainment industry. In this episode we have the honor of having the MAGNIFICENT Allen Lucky Weaver!

CastABLE Podcast Ep 7: Invisible Disabilities; Autoimmune w Julie Garnyé 27.12.2024

The castABLE Podcast is a space where we come together to discuss, educate, listen and abolish ableism in the entertainment industry. In this episode we have the honor of having the IMMENSELY talented Julie Garnye!

CastABLE Podcast Ep 6: Allwayz on Stage Laurie Johnson and the Musical Director, Chrys Ryan Johnson. 27.12.2024

Join us with a Special Guest Host, Hutch Foster @hutchfoster as we learn about a Non- Profit program called ALLWAYZ ON STAGE. It is a Theatre Company (based in Ventura County) focused on casting individuals with disabilities age 16 and up.

CastABLE Podcast Ep 5: Able ARTS Work & Founder Helen Dolas 27.12.2024

The castABLE Podcast is a space where we come together to discuss, educate, listen and abolish ableism in the entertainment industry. In this episode we have the honor of having Helen Dolas the founder and President of ABLE Arts Work in Bixby Knolls on the show!

CastABLE Podcast Ep 4: Black History Month & Importance of Representation w J Harrison Ghee 27.12.2024

The castABLE Podcast is a space where we come together to discuss, educate, listen and abolish ableism in the entertainment industry. In this episode we have the honor of Tony & Grammy Award winning Creator J Harrison Ghee to the Podcast. @jharrisonghee

CastABLE Podcast Ep 3: Jennife Kumiyama (Performer & Disabiltiy Advocate) 27.12.2024

This episode we have the honor of having Jennifer Kumiyama (Kumi) on the show. Speaking on her life and her achievements. From Disability Activism to being the first Wheelchair performer to be on a Disney stage. Her most recent accomplishment was to voice the beloved character of "Dahlia" in the hit Disney animated film "Wish" Celebrating 100 years of movies.

CastABLE Podcast Ep 2: "Understanding the Community" 26.12.2024

The castABLE Podcast is a space where we come together to discuss, educate, listen and abolish ableism in the entertainment industry. In this episode we have the honor of having Antwan Tolliver a disabled actor, creator and advocate on the show. We continue to break down and ask the questions and give disabled creatives a space to share their stories. You can follow Antwan and his phenomenal podca...

CastABLE Podcast Ep 1: Welcome to the Conversation! 26.12.2024

The castABLE Podcast is a space where we come together to discuss, educate, listen and abolish ableism in the entertainment industry.  Ableism is real, and education, and discussion is the only way to combat that. We created a space for people to understand without prejudice or labels. With the entertainment industry being the place where imagination can become reality, we thought that this was a...

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